# Arkansas Tech University — full catalog > Generated 2026-06-20T08:12:49.568Z from a crawl of atu.edu. 3078 records (287 programs · 2791 courses · 0 resource pages). # Accelerated Bachelor to Master Program Listing **Degree** Eligible undergraduate students may enroll in approved graduate-level coursework through the Accelerated Bachelor's to Master's (AB2M) Program, allowing up to 15 graduate credit hours (up to 6 hours a semester) to apply toward both the bachelor's and a subsequent graduate degree, subject to academic standards and program approval. Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/ba-ma/ --- # Advising, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** This program includes advising coursework in Higher Education & Student Affairs (HESA) to prepare individuals entering the field of collegiate advising. The program also provides a benefit to experienced advisors who wish to enhance their knowledge or will give those with an interest in serving in an advising role the skills and competencies they need to be effective. Students are introduced to advising in broad terms and exposed to the main types of advising common in higher education institutions. ## Courses - SAA 6073 — Counseling Theories and Helping Skills - SAA 6153 — Advising Student Groups - SAA 6163 — Academic Advising - SAA 6173 — Career Advising - SAA 6283 — Advising Practicum Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/advising-gc/ --- # Business Administration, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** The Graduate Certificate in Business Administration is designed to provide students with graduate-level business knowledge and skills applicable to a wide variety of business, nonprofit, and governmental settings. Students will gain knowledge in business data analytics, management, and marketing. ## Courses - BDA 6203 — Business Information Analysis - BDA 6323 — Applied Predictive Analytics - MGMT 6103 — Organizational Management and Leadership - MGMT 6203 — Decision Modeling in Supply Chain Management - MKT 6103 — Digital Marketing Strategy - MKT 6113 — Strategic Social Media Marketing - MKT 6323 — Applied Predictive Analytics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/business-administration-gc/ --- # Business Continuity, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** The Graduate Certificate in Business Continuity provides students with critical skills to perform business impact analyses, develop continuity plans, and implement recovery strategies to reduce organizational risks and mitigate disaster impacts. Graduates will be well-positioned for roles such as business continuity planner, business resilience associate, crisis analyst, disaster recovery specialist, and risk advisor, with employment in banking field, corporations, healthcare, insurance agencies and many more. ## Courses - EMHS 5023 — Technology for Comprehensive Emergency Management - EMHS 6023 — Risk and Vulnerability Assessment for Business and Industry - EMHS 6033 — Leadership and Management - EMHS 6063 — Principles of Emergency Management - MGMT 6203 — Decision Modeling in Supply Chain Management Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/business-continuity-gc/ --- # Business Data Analytics, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** The Graduate Certificate in Business Data Analytics is designed to provide students with graduate-level business knowledge and skills applicable to business data analytics. Students will gain knowledge in business information and data analysis, analytic strategy, and applied predictive analytics. ## Courses - BDA 6203 — Business Information Analysis - BDA 6323 — Applied Predictive Analytics - BDA 6343 — Advanced Analytics - BDA 6363 — Analytics Strategy Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/business-data-analytics-gc/ --- # Business Data Analytics, Master of Business Administration All the MBA courses are offered online. The goal of the program is to prepare students for a successful business career in management and leadership roles with an emphasis on helping students develop important information analytical abilities and data driven decision-making skills needed in today’s fast-paced business world. ## Courses - ACCT 6103 — Accounting Analysis - BDA 6073 — Special Topics - BDA 6203 — Business Information Analysis - BDA 6323 — Applied Predictive Analytics - BDA 6343 — Advanced Analytics - BDA 6353 — Big Data Strategies - BDA 6363 — Analytics Strategy - ECON 6103 — Managerial Economics - FIN 6103 — Corporate Financial Management - MGMT 6103 — Organizational Management and Leadership - MGMT 6203 — Decision Modeling in Supply Chain Management - MGMT 6903 — Corporate Strategic Management - MKT 6103 — Digital Marketing Strategy - MKT 6323 — Applied Predictive Analytics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/business-data-analytics-mba/ --- # College Athletic Advising, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** The College Athletic Advising Graduate Certificate degree program aims to equip students with specialized knowledge, skills, and competencies essential for effectively advising college athletes within postsecondary institutions. Through coursework and experiential learning opportunities, the program seeks to prepare graduates to serve as knowledgeable and empathetic advisors who can support college athletes' holistic development and academic success. ## Courses - SAA 6013 — College Athletes - SAA 6033 — Student Development Theory - SAA 6073 — Counseling Theories and Helping Skills - SAA 6083 — Practicum I in Higher Education and Student Affairs - SAA 6163 — Academic Advising - SAA 6283 — Advising Practicum Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/college-athletic-advising-gc/ --- # Counseling - Clinical Mental Health Option, Master of Science The MS in Counseling degree is a 60-hour CACREP-like program. This program has classes in counseling theory, diagnosis, treatment, and ethics. This program also has hands on clinical experiences with a practicum and internship. This program has two pathways: The Clinical Mental Health Counseling pathway which will meet all of the Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counselors requirements to be eligible to apply to become a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) and eventually a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Arkansas as well as our Rehabilitation Counseling pathway that will me… ## Courses - CNSL 5163 — Foundations of Substance Abuse - CNSL 5223 — Ethics and Professional Development - CNSL 5233 — Social and Cultural Counseling - CNSL 5253 — Psychopathology - CNSL 6013 — Vocational Counseling - CNSL 6023 — Assessment in Counseling Environments - CNSL 6123 — Counseling Theories - CNSL 6163 — Diagnosis and Treatment in Counseling - CNSL 6204 — Counseling Skills - CNSL 6223 — Family and Relationship Counseling: Theories and Techniques - CNSL 6233 — Theories and Techniques of Group Counseling - CNSL 6431 — Technology in Counseling - CNSL 6803 — Psychopharmacology and the Counseling Profession - CNSL 6823 — Advanced Case Management Strategies for Counseling - CNSL 6973 — Practicum in Counseling - CNSL 6986 — Internship in Counseling - COUN 6213 — Developmental Counseling: Theory and Application - EDFD 6003 — Educational Research Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/counseling-clinical-mental-health-option-ms/ --- # Counseling - Rehabilitation Counseling Option, Master of Science The MS in Counseling degree is a 60-hour CACREP-like program. This program has classes in counseling theory, diagnosis, treatment, and ethics. This program also has hands on clinical experiences with a practicum and internship. This program has two pathways: The Clinical Mental Health Counseling pathway which will meet all of the Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counselors requirements to be eligible to apply to become a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) and eventually a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Arkansas as well as our Rehabilitation Counseling pathway that will me… ## Courses - CNSL 5003 — Medical and Psychosocial Aspects of Disability - CNSL 5163 — Foundations of Substance Abuse - CNSL 5223 — Ethics and Professional Development - CNSL 5233 — Social and Cultural Counseling - CNSL 5253 — Psychopathology - CNSL 6013 — Vocational Counseling - CNSL 6023 — Assessment in Counseling Environments - CNSL 6123 — Counseling Theories - CNSL 6204 — Counseling Skills - CNSL 6223 — Family and Relationship Counseling: Theories and Techniques - CNSL 6233 — Theories and Techniques of Group Counseling - CNSL 6431 — Technology in Counseling - CNSL 6803 — Psychopharmacology and the Counseling Profession - CNSL 6823 — Advanced Case Management Strategies for Counseling - CNSL 6973 — Practicum in Counseling - CNSL 6986 — Internship in Counseling - COUN 6213 — Developmental Counseling: Theory and Application - EDFD 6003 — Educational Research Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/counseling-rehabilitation-counseling-option-ms/ --- # Curriculum Leadership, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** Advance your career with the Graduate Certificate in Curriculum Leadership, designed specifically for educators who hold a master’s degree in the field of education and are seeking to qualify for the P-12 Curriculum Program Director license in Arkansas. ## Courses - EDLD 6003 — School Law - EDLD 6403 — Working with the Marginal Performer - EDLD 6552 — Building Level Administrator Internship - MTLL 6003 — School Organization and Leadership for Teacher Leaders - MTLL 6143 — Organizational Change and the Role of the Master Teacher - MTLL 6253 — Advanced Curriculum Design Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/curriculum-leadership-gc/ --- # Cyber Risk Management, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** The Graduate Certificate in Cyber Risk Management equips students with essential skills to identify cyber threats, assess vulnerabilities, and develop strategies to strengthen cyber and technological resilience. Graduates will be well-positioned for roles such as cyber security specialist, information security analyst, cyber risk analyst, and information security administrator, with employment in banking field, corporations, healthcare, government agencies and many more. ## Courses - EMHS 5023 — Technology for Comprehensive Emergency Management - EMHS 6023 — Risk and Vulnerability Assessment for Business and Industry - EMHS 6063 — Principles of Emergency Management - INFT 5803 — Principles of Cybersecurity - INFT 6803 — Advanced Cybersecurity Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/cyber-risk-management-gc/ --- # Cybersecurity, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** The Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity provides current technical concepts and practices in the core of information technologies so the student can analyze, identify, and define requirements which must be satisfied to address problems or opportunities faced by organizations or individuals. This certificate may be completed concurrently with the master's degree in Information Technology. ## Courses - INFT 5213 — Information Systems Risk Management - INFT 5233 — Legal Issues in Cybersecurity - INFT 5503 — The UNIX Operating System - INFT 5703 — Principles of Networking - INFT 5803 — Principles of Cybersecurity - INFT 6403 — Information Security Systems Analysis and Design - INFT 6703 — Advanced Networks - INFT 6803 — Advanced Cybersecurity Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/cybersecurity-gc/ --- # Data Science, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** Data science is a rapidly growing field that centers on the extraction, analysis, and interpretation of data to drive informed decision-making. This graduate certificate equips students with a foundation in statistics, programming, and data analysis, along with hands-on experience in data management, visualization, and machine learning techniques. Through applied projects and real-world datasets, students develop the skills needed to transform data into actionable insights and effectively communicate results to diverse audiences across industries. ## Courses - INFT 5103 — Python Programming - INFT 5113 — Artificial Intelligence - INFT 5603 — Principles of Data Science - INFT 6103 — Advanced Python Programming - INFT 6603 — Advanced Data Science and Machine Learning - INFT 6903 — Emerging Trends - STAT 5113 — Categorical Data Analysis Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/data-science-gc/ --- # Digital Marketing, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** The Graduate Certificate in Digital Marketing is designed to provide students with graduate-level knowledge and skills applicable to digital marketing. Students will gain knowledge in digital marketing, social media marketing, consumer insights, and predictive analytics. ## Courses - MKT 6103 — Digital Marketing Strategy - MKT 6113 — Strategic Social Media Marketing - MKT 6153 — Consumer Insights - MKT 6323 — Applied Predictive Analytics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/digital-marketing-gc/ --- # Digital Marketing, Master of Business Administration All the MBA courses are offered online. The goal of the program is to prepare students for a successful business career in management and leadership roles with an emphasis on helping students develop important information analytical abilities and data driven decision-making skills needed in today’s fast-paced business world. ## Courses - ACCT 6103 — Accounting Analysis - BDA 6203 — Business Information Analysis - BDA 6323 — Applied Predictive Analytics - ECON 6103 — Managerial Economics - FIN 6103 — Corporate Financial Management - MGMT 6103 — Organizational Management and Leadership - MGMT 6203 — Decision Modeling in Supply Chain Management - MGMT 6903 — Corporate Strategic Management - MKT 6093 — Special Topics in Marketing - MKT 6103 — Digital Marketing Strategy - MKT 6113 — Strategic Social Media Marketing - MKT 6153 — Consumer Insights - MKT 6323 — Applied Predictive Analytics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/digital-marketing-mba/ --- # Dyslexia Therapy, K-12 Licensure, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** The 15-hour Dyslexia Certificate program will prepare Dyslexia Therapists to work with students and other professionals to improve the literacy knowledge and skills of students identified as having characteristics of dyslexia. ## Courses - DYS 5003 — Dyslexia and Other Learning Disorders - DYS 5013 — Foundation of Language and Literacy Development - DYS 5023 — Interpreting and Administration of Assessments for Planning Instruction - DYS 5033 — Professional Learning and Leadership - DYS 6043 — Structured Language Teaching Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/dyslexia-therapy-k12-gc/ --- # Educational Leadership, Educational Specialist The Educational Specialist Degree program is based on the "value-added" concept of preparation of school leaders for district level leadership positions such as superintendent and assistant superintendent. ## Courses - EDLD 7013 — The Superintendency and Central Office - EDLD 7023 — School Board Relations - EDLD 7033 — School Personnel and Business Management - EDLD 7113 — Seminar in Current Issues - EDLD 7123 — Educational Facilities - EDLD 7133 — School Finance for District Level Administration - EDLD 7143 — School Accountability Systems - EDLD 7153 — District Internship - EDLD 7163 — Statistical Methods for District Leaders - EDLD 7173 — Advanced Legal Issues Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/educational-leadership-eds/ --- # Educational Leadership, Master of Education The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Educational Leadership is designed to prepare candidates for licensure as a principal or assistant principal at the building level. The program of study reflects the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (PSEL), the National Educational Leadership Preparation (NELP) "Building Level" Standards, and the current School Leadership Standards adopted by the state of Arkansas. ## Courses - EDLD 6003 — School Law - EDLD 6013 — School Organization and Leadership - EDLD 6023 — Organizational Change - EDLD 6102 — School Finance - EDLD 6113 — Action Research and Data Analysis - EDLD 6153 — Communication with School and Community - EDLD 6253 — Instructional Leadership - EDLD 6313 — Principles of Curriculum for School Leaders - EDLD 6403 — Working with the Marginal Performer - EDLD 6512 — Building Level Administrator Internship Part I - EDLD 6522 — Building Level Administrator Internship Part II Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/educational-leadership-msed/ --- # Educator Development and Exploration, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** Welcome to the Educator Development and Exploration program – the perfect starting point for those looking to explore the rewarding field of teaching. ## Courses - EDFD 6503 — Classroom Behavioral Management - MAMS 5333 — Teaching Literacy in the Content Areas - MTLL 6123 — Instructional Leadership for the Master Teacher Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/educator-development-exploration-gc/ --- # Emergency Management and Homeland Security, Master of Science The Master of Science in Emergency Management and Homeland Security (EMHS) provides a specialized curriculum for current EMHS professionals, those seeking to enter the field, and individuals planning to pursue a doctorate. The program integrates the latest research and practical applications, covering emerging technologies, as well as social, political, legal, ethical, and leadership dimensions of emergency management and homeland security. Graduates are prepared to meet the growing demand for skilled EMHS professionals in the private sector, education, non-governmental organizations, and gov… ## Courses - EMHS 5023 — Technology for Comprehensive Emergency Management - EMHS 6033 — Leadership and Management - EMHS 6063 — Principles of Emergency Management - EMHS 6093 — Principles of Homeland Security - EMHS 6103 — Research Design and Methods - EMHS 6123 — Applied Data Analysis - EMHS 6133 — Ethical, Legal, and Political Considerations in Emergency Management and Homeland Security - EMHS 6413 — Capstone - EMHS 6423 — Professional Practical Experience and Project Development - EMHS 6943 — Master's Thesis Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/emergency-management-homeland-security-ms/ --- # English, Master of Arts The Master of Arts in English is a flexible program designed to prepare students for doctoral-level study or for careers in post-secondary teaching, and to provide secondary teachers with a content-specific program to enhance their credentials. Other career pathways include: editor, technical writer, literary agent, communications specialist, corporate trainer, research or policy analyst, speechwriter, legislative aide, arts administrator, digital humanities specialist, podcast producer, or public information officer. Students may complete the program entirely online, on campus in face-to-fac… ## Courses - ENGL 6003 — Introduction to English Graduate Study - ENGL 6991 — Thesis Research - ENGL 6992 — Thesis Research - ENGL 6993 — Thesis Research - ENGL 6994 — Thesis Research - ENGL 6995 — Thesis Research - ENGL 6996 — Thesis Research Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/english-ma/ --- # Fisheries and Wildlife Science, Master of Science The Master of Science in Fisheries and Wildlife Science is offered for those who wish to pursue careers in various areas of fisheries or wildlife science, and for those who wish to obtain a graduate degree before continuing their education at the doctoral level. The Department of Biological and Earth Sciences offers the M.S. degree with a thesis or non-thesis option selecting a concentration of study in either fisheries or wildlife science. ## Courses - EMHS 6033 — Leadership and Management - FW 5003 — Principles of Wildlife Management - FW 5014 — Forest Ecology and Management - FW 5024 — Limnology - FW 5034 — Advanced Geographic Information Systems Applications - FW 5064 — Wetland Ecology and Management - FW 5103 — Human Dimensions of Fisheries and Wildlife Management - FW 5163 — Biodiversity and Conservation Biology - FW 5881 — Advanced Topics - FW 6001 — Graduate Seminar in Fisheries and Wildlife Biology - FW 6002 — Research Methods I - FW 6012 — Research Methods II - FW 6013 — Population Dynamics - FW 6023 — Quantitative Fisheries Science - FW 6033 — Conservation Management Practicum - FW 6043 — Conservation Research Practicum - FW 6101 — Comprehensive Exam - FW 6991 — Thesis Research - MATH 5173 — Advanced Biostatistics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/fisheries-wildlife-science-ms/ --- # Higher Education and Student Affairs, Master of Science The Master of Science in Higher Education & Student Affairs (HESA) is a two-year, practitioner-oriented program, philosophically based in college student development and university administration. It is designed to prepare thoughtful, compassionate, first-line student and university service administrators armed with the knowledge, skills and dispositions needed to begin or enhance a career in the variety of settings in which such services are needed. ## Courses - SAA 6033 — Student Development Theory - SAA 6043 — Today's College Students - SAA 6053 — Legal Issues in Higher Education - SAA 6063 — Capstone Seminar - SAA 6073 — Counseling Theories and Helping Skills - SAA 6113 — Research Design and Analysis - SAA 6123 — Assessment and Evaluation in Higher Education - SAA 6143 — Administration in Higher Education and Student Affairs Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/higher-ed-student-affairs-ms/ --- # History, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** The Graduate Certificate in History is designed to serve those who want to deepen their history content knowledge, prepare to teach concurrent-enrollment courses, or achieve a credential that they can build upon later if completing the Master of Arts degree in History is not their immediate goal. Coursework is available in-person, online, and via blended modalities. It is "stackable" with the MA in History degree; Completers of this certificate will have achieved more than half of the credits required for the history MA. ## Courses - HIST 6003 — Introduction to Graduate Study of History Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/history-gc/ --- # History, Master of Arts The Master of Arts in History program at Arkansas Tech University can be completed in person, online, or via a blend of modalities. It is designed to provide advanced study for current and future educators (secondary and post-secondary) as well as those who plan to pursue the doctoral degree in history. The degree is also ideal for those seeking careers in museum or heritage studies, publishing, business, law, public service, or the private sector. ## Courses - HIST 6003 — Introduction to Graduate Study of History - HIST 6883 — Workshop - HIST 6891 — Independent Study Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/history-ma/ --- # Information Technology, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** The Graduate Certificate in Information Technology offers a flexible pathway for students seeking to develop or enhance skills in key areas of IT. Students may select from a variety of graduate-level courses to build a customized program of study aligned with their interests and career goals, including areas such as database systems, web development, networking, cybersecurity, and software development. This certificate is ideal for individuals looking to broaden their technical expertise or specialize in a focused area of information technology. The certificate may be completed concurrently w… ## Courses - INFT 5103 — Python Programming - INFT 5113 — Artificial Intelligence - INFT 5203 — Database Systems - INFT 5213 — Information Systems Risk Management - INFT 5233 — Legal Issues in Cybersecurity - INFT 5303 — Developing and Administering Web Sites - INFT 5403 — Introduction to Information Technology and Systems - INFT 5413 — Computer Systems and Architecture - INFT 5503 — The UNIX Operating System - INFT 5603 — Principles of Data Science - INFT 5703 — Principles of Networking - INFT 5803 — Principles of Cybersecurity - INFT 5983 — Special Topics - INFT 6103 — Advanced Python Programming - INFT 6203 — Database Development and Administration - INFT 6303 — Design of Web-Based Information Systems - INFT 6403 — Information Security Systems Analysis and Design - INFT 6603 — Advanced Data Science and Machine Learning - INFT 6703 — Advanced Networks - INFT 6803 — Advanced Cybersecurity - INFT 6903 — Emerging Trends - INFT 6993 — Internship Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/information-technology-gc/ --- # Information Technology, Master of Science The Master of Science in Information Technology ( MSIT) provides a comprehensive study of the technologies and systems that support modern computing environments. Designed for students with little to no prior background in information technology, the program offers an accessible pathway into the field while maintaining a rigorous and applied curriculum. Students develop foundational and advanced skills across key areas of IT, including programming, database systems, web development, data science, and cybersecurity. Emphasis is placed on hands- on learning, problem- solving, and the applicatio… ## Courses - COMS 1011 — Programming Foundations I Lab - COMS 1013 — Programming Foundations I - COMS 2203 — Programming Foundations II - INFT 5103 — Python Programming - INFT 5203 — Database Systems - INFT 5303 — Developing and Administering Web Sites - INFT 5403 — Introduction to Information Technology and Systems - INFT 5413 — Computer Systems and Architecture - INFT 5503 — The UNIX Operating System - INFT 5603 — Principles of Data Science - INFT 5703 — Principles of Networking - INFT 5803 — Principles of Cybersecurity - INFT 5983 — Special Topics - INFT 6103 — Advanced Python Programming - INFT 6203 — Database Development and Administration - INFT 6303 — Design of Web-Based Information Systems - INFT 6403 — Information Security Systems Analysis and Design - INFT 6603 — Advanced Data Science and Machine Learning - INFT 6703 — Advanced Networks - INFT 6803 — Advanced Cybersecurity - INFT 6903 — Emerging Trends - INFT 6973 — Thesis Research in Information Technology I - INFT 6983 — Thesis Research in Information Technology II - INFT 6993 — Internship Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/information-technology-ms/ --- # Instructional Technology - Library Media Specialist K-12, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** In an era where media is abundant and technology is ever-evolving, school librarians play a crucial role in guiding learners through the information age. The Graduate Certificate in Instructional Technology Library Media Specialist K-12 is designed for educators who already hold an education-based master's degree and seek to enhance their expertise in school librarianship. ## Courses - EDMD 6233 — Administration of Media Programs - EDMD 6433 — Practicum in Educational Media - LBMD 6003 — Collection Development and Management - LBMD 6023 — Classification and Cataloging - LBMD 6033 — The Instructional Role of the Library Media Specialist - LBMD 6403 — Literature for Children and Young Adults - LBMD 6503 — School Librarian: Leadership and Collaboration Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/instructional-technology-library-media-specialist-k-12-gc/ --- # Special Education K-12 Instructional Specialist, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** The Special Education K-12 Instructional Specialist graduate certificate is designed to prepare educators to become leaders in the field of special education. This program focuses on strategies for teaching students with diverse learning needs. Participants will gain experience in developing inclusive curricula, implementing evidence-based practices, and advocating for students with special needs. Graduates will be equipped to enhance special education programs and contribute to positive educational outcomes for all students. ## Courses - DYS 5003 — Dyslexia and Other Learning Disorders - SPED 5003 — Characteristics of Children with Exceptionalities - SPED 5013 — Assessment of Children with Exceptionalities - SPED 5023 — Planning Instruction for Children with Exceptionalities K-6 - SPED 5053 — Planning Instruction for Children with Exceptionalities 7 - 12 - SPED 6033 — Working with Families of Exceptional Children - SPED 6063 — K-12 Supervised Practicum Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/k-12-special-education-instructional-specialist-gc/ --- # K-12 Special Education, Master of Education The Master of Education in Special Education is designed to provide post baccalaureate preparation for public school teachers who wish to broaden their knowledge of teaching children with exceptional learning needs. This program is designed to prepare educators to become leaders in the field of special education. This program focuses on strategies for teaching students with diverse learning needs. Participants will gain experience in developing inclusive curricula, implementing evidence-based practices, and advocating for students with special needs. Graduates will be equipped to mentor educa… ## Courses - DYS 5003 — Dyslexia and Other Learning Disorders - EDFD 6003 — Educational Research - EDFD 6503 — Classroom Behavioral Management - SPED 5003 — Characteristics of Children with Exceptionalities - SPED 5013 — Assessment of Children with Exceptionalities - SPED 5023 — Planning Instruction for Children with Exceptionalities K-6 - SPED 5053 — Planning Instruction for Children with Exceptionalities 7 - 12 - SPED 6033 — Working with Families of Exceptional Children - SPED 6063 — K-12 Supervised Practicum - SPED 6093 — Using Research, Assessment, and Data in Special Education Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/k-12-special-education-msed/ --- # Library Media & Instructional Technology - Instructional Design & Technology Option, Master of Science The Master of Science in Library Media and Instructional Technology - Instructional Design and Technology program also offers a Graduate Certificate in Online Teaching . ## Courses - EDFD 6003 — Educational Research - EDFD 6043 — Principles and Theories of Learning - EDFD 6313 — Principles of Curriculum Development - EDMD 5043 — Foundations of Online Curriculum Design and Evaluation - EDMD 5053 — Online Course Development with Multimedia - EDMD 6033 — Introduction to Instructional Technology - EDMD 6113 — Emerging Technologies for Education and Training - EDMD 6133 — Production of Digital Instructional Materials - EDMD 6163 — Internet Resources - EDMD 6303 — Survey of Instructional Technology - EDMD 6313 — Instructional Design and Product Development Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/library-media-instructional-technology-idt-option-ms/ --- # Library Media & Instructional Technology - Library Media Specialist K-12 Option, Master of Science In an era where media is abundant and technology is ever-evolving, school librarians play a crucial role in guiding students through the information age. The Master of Science in Library Media & Instructional Technology - Library Media Specialist K-12 program empowers candidates to lead innovative school library programs that inspire and support diverse learning communities. ## Courses - EDFD 6003 — Educational Research - EDMD 5043 — Foundations of Online Curriculum Design and Evaluation - EDMD 5053 — Online Course Development with Multimedia - EDMD 6133 — Production of Digital Instructional Materials - EDMD 6163 — Internet Resources - EDMD 6233 — Administration of Media Programs - EDMD 6303 — Survey of Instructional Technology - EDMD 6313 — Instructional Design and Product Development - EDMD 6433 — Practicum in Educational Media - LBMD 6003 — Collection Development and Management - LBMD 6023 — Classification and Cataloging - LBMD 6033 — The Instructional Role of the Library Media Specialist - LBMD 6403 — Literature for Children and Young Adults - LBMD 6503 — School Librarian: Leadership and Collaboration Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/library-media-instructional-technology-lmsk12-option-ms/ --- # Literary Studies and Instruction, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ENGL 5103 — Literary Theory - ENGL 5173 — Seminar in Film Studies - ENGL 5213 — American Folklore - ENGL 5283 — Seminar: World Literature - ENGL 5683 — Seminar in Gender Studies - ENGL 5723 — Teaching People of Other Cultures - ENGL 6023 — Composition Theory and Practice. - ENGL 6073 — Instructional Approaches to Literature Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/literary-studies-and-instruction-gc/ --- # Nursing, Master of Science The Master of Science in Nursing is designed to offer students a program of study to serve the educational needs of professional nurses actively engaged in or planning to enter professions related to emergency management administration in a variety of health care settings. The curriculum will utilize a multidisciplinary approach to integrate principles of nursing administration, including planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating, with principles of emergency management, including preparedness, response, mitigation, and recovery. ## Courses - EMHS 6063 — Principles of Emergency Management - EMHS 6526 — Emergency Management Practicum in Health Care - NUR 6103 — Theoretical Perspectives - NUR 6203 — Research Design and Methods - NUR 6303 — Law, Ethics, and Policy in Healthcare - NUR 6313 — Role of the Healthcare Administrator - NUR 6403 — Non-Thesis Project - NUR 6503 — Organizational Behavior in Healthcare - NUR 6526 — Nursing Administration Practicum - NUR 6993 — Research Thesis - NURN 4003 — Scope of Professional Practice - NURN 4024 — Population and Community Health Nursing - NURN 4034 — Leadership and Management in Professional Practice Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/nursing-ms/ --- # Online Teaching, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** The Graduate Certificate in Online Teaching will provide an additional skill set for graduate students working toward a teacher licensure. ## Courses - EDMD 5043 — Foundations of Online Curriculum Design and Evaluation - EDMD 5053 — Online Course Development with Multimedia - EDMD 5063 — Advanced Curriculum Design for the Online Classroom - EDMD 6033 — Introduction to Instructional Technology - EDMD 6113 — Emerging Technologies for Education and Training - MAT 5703 — Technology for Teaching and Learning Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/online-teaching-gc/ --- # Organizational Development and Learning, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** The 12-credit-hour Graduate Certificate in Organizational Development and Learning prepares students to successfully address organizational challenges through improving workplace performance, leading change initiatives, developing training programs, enhancing leadership skills, and implementing ethical, evidence-based solutions to solve complex problems. ## Courses - MGMT 6103 — Organizational Management and Leadership - OL 5043 — Ethical Decision-Making and Development - OL 5643 — Organizational Culture - OL 6003 — Foundations of Adult Learning and Organizational Development - OL 6043 — Leadership in Organizational Change Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/organizational-development-learning-gc/ --- # Organizational Leadership and Learning, Master of Arts The Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership and Learning is designed for individuals who want to advance in their careers by enhancing skills in leadership, organizational development, coaching, and change management. This innovative degree program equips students with the expertise needed to lead with confidence, drive change initiatives, improve performance, and influence organizational strategy and culture. This multi-disciplinary degree is valuable for professionals across a broad range of career fields and can be customized to meet individual educational and career goals. ## Courses - EMHS 6103 — Research Design and Methods - MGMT 5203 — Project Management - MGMT 6103 — Organizational Management and Leadership - OL 5043 — Ethical Decision-Making and Development - OL 5353 — Project Management - OL 5643 — Organizational Culture - OL 6003 — Foundations of Adult Learning and Organizational Development - OL 6043 — Leadership in Organizational Change - OL 6093 — Organizational Leadership and Learning Capstone - OL 6143 — Performance Coaching and Leadership Development - SAA 6113 — Research Design and Analysis Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/organizational-leadership-learning-ma/ --- # P-12 Building Level Administrator, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** This certificate program is for those with an existing Masters degree in a related field (subject to EDLD Program Director approval). It includes all coursework necessary to add the "P-12 Building Level Administrator" endorsement (code 276) to your Arkansas Educator's License, which qualifies you to serve as a building administrator at any level from preschool to 12th grade. Designed to meet the needs of today's busy educators, the program is 100% online with a rigorous, interactive design that reflects the Quality Matters Rubric (the gold standard for online instruction). ## Courses - EDLD 6003 — School Law - EDLD 6023 — Organizational Change - EDLD 6102 — School Finance - EDLD 6153 — Communication with School and Community - EDLD 6253 — Instructional Leadership - EDLD 6313 — Principles of Curriculum for School Leaders - EDLD 6403 — Working with the Marginal Performer - EDLD 6512 — Building Level Administrator Internship Part I - EDLD 6522 — Building Level Administrator Internship Part II Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/p12-building-level-administrator-gc/ --- # Risk Management in Higher Education, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** The Graduate Certificate in Risk Management in Higher Education equips professionals with the skills and knowledge to navigate the unique risks in academic environments, empowering them to safeguard their institutions and promote a culture of resilience. It is ideal for individuals who work, or intend to work, on college or university campuses. Graduates will be well-positioned for roles such as emergency management coordinator, public safety director, campus safety educator, safety compliance officer, and many more. ## Courses - EMHS 6023 — Risk and Vulnerability Assessment for Business and Industry - EMHS 6063 — Principles of Emergency Management - EMHS 6133 — Ethical, Legal, and Political Considerations in Emergency Management and Homeland Security - SAA 6053 — Legal Issues in Higher Education - SAA 6143 — Administration in Higher Education and Student Affairs Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/risk-management-higher-ed-gc/ --- # School Counseling and Leadership, Master of Education The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in School Counseling and Leadership is designed to equip candidates with the skills and knowledge needed for licensure as school counselors. The program includes 17 credit hours of leadership core courses and 28 credit hours of specialized school counseling courses. Practical, real-world scenarios that school personnel encounter daily are woven into the coursework, ensuring students gain hands-on experience. ## Courses - COUN 6003 — School Organization and Leadership for the Counselor - COUN 6011 — Instructional Leadership/Counseling - COUN 6012 — Assessment and Appraisal - COUN 6113 — Action Research and Data Analysis for High Performing Schools - COUN 6133 — Principles of Curriculum Development - COUN 6143 — Organizational Change/Role of School Counselor - COUN 6152 — Professional Portfolio - COUN 6202 — Ethics and Legal Issues for the School Counselor - COUN 6213 — Developmental Counseling: Theory and Application - COUN 6224 — Counseling Skill Development I - COUN 6233 — School Counseling Programs - COUN 6243 — Group Counseling Strategies in the Schools - COUN 6253 — Career Development/Academic Advising - COUN 6263 — Teaming, Collaboration, and Advocacy - COUN 6302 — School Counseling Internship - COUN 6303 — Counseling Skill Development II Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/school-counseling-leadership-msed/ --- # School Leadership, Doctor of Education The Ed.D. in School Leadership degree is designed to develop scholar/practitioners who will utilize inquiry-based approaches to solve problems in the school districts of Arkansas and beyond. The degree requires 63 credit hours above the Master’s degree. ## Courses - EDLD 7013 — The Superintendency and Central Office - EDLD 7023 — School Board Relations - EDLD 7033 — School Personnel and Business Management - EDLD 7113 — Seminar in Current Issues - EDLD 7123 — Educational Facilities - EDLD 7133 — School Finance for District Level Administration - EDLD 7143 — School Accountability Systems - EDLD 7153 — District Internship - EDLD 7163 — Statistical Methods for District Leaders - EDLD 7173 — Advanced Legal Issues - EDLD 8003 — Applied Research - EDLD 8013 — Scholarly Writing - EDLD 8023 — Quantitative Research - EDLD 8033 — Qualitative Research - EDLD 8043 — Cultural Influences - EDLD 8053 — Ethics and Values - EDLD 8063 — Dissertation I-Proposal Writing - EDLD 8073 — Synthesis Seminar - EDLD 8083 — Dissertation II - EDLD 8093 — Dissertation III - EDLD 8103 — Dissertation IV Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/school-leadership-edd/ --- # Special Education Birth to Kindergarten, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** The Special Education Birth to Kindergarten Graduate Certificate allows students to receive a certificate from Arkansas Tech University to go along with the Endorsement from the State of Arkansas ## Courses - SPED 5003 — Characteristics of Children with Exceptionalities - SPED 5013 — Assessment of Children with Exceptionalities - SPED 5073 — Planning Instruction in an Early Childhood Setting - SPED 5083 — B - K Supervised Practicum - SPED 6033 — Working with Families of Exceptional Children Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/special-education-birth-kindergarten-gc/ --- # Special Education Resource Instructional Specialist, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** This graduate certificate is ideal for educators seeking to deepen their expertise in special education and take on leadership roles as instructional specialists, special education coordinators, or consultants. Participants will be prepared to make significant contributions to the field of special education and improve the educational experiences of students with diverse learning needs. ## Courses - SPED 5003 — Characteristics of Children with Exceptionalities - SPED 5023 — Planning Instruction for Children with Exceptionalities K-6 - SPED 5053 — Planning Instruction for Children with Exceptionalities 7 - 12 - SPED 6063 — K-12 Supervised Practicum Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/special-education-resource-instructional-specialist-gc/ --- # Teacher Leadership, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** Are you ready to take the next step in your teaching career? The Graduate Certificate in Teacher Leadership equips passionate educators with the skills to lead, mentor, and inspire. This program prepares you for the Lead Teacher Designation in Arkansas, allowing you to mentor novice teachers in residency programs and earn a stipend while making a lasting impact on student learning. ## Courses - MTLL 6123 — Instructional Leadership for the Master Teacher - MTLL 6133 — Elements of Curriculum - MTLL 6143 — Organizational Change and the Role of the Master Teacher - MTLL 6223 — Teaching and Learning for the Master Teacher - MTLL 6253 — Advanced Curriculum Design - MTLL 6553 — Internship Practicum Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/teacher-leadership-gc/ --- # Teaching, Learning, and Leadership, Master of Education Are you ready to take your teaching career to the next level? The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Teaching, Learning, and Leadership is designed for educators who aspire to lead curriculum and instructional initiatives in public schools. ## Courses - EDFD 6003 — Educational Research - EDLD 6003 — School Law - EDLD 6313 — Principles of Curriculum for School Leaders - EDLD 6403 — Working with the Marginal Performer - MTLL 6003 — School Organization and Leadership for Teacher Leaders - MTLL 6113 — Action Research and Data Analysis for School and Classroom Use - MTLL 6123 — Instructional Leadership for the Master Teacher - MTLL 6133 — Elements of Curriculum - MTLL 6143 — Organizational Change and the Role of the Master Teacher - MTLL 6253 — Advanced Curriculum Design - MTLL 6552 — Internship Practicum - MTLL 6554 — Internship Practicum Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/teaching-learning-leadership-msed/ --- # Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** The Graduate Certificate in TESOL is for a full range of graduate students, domestic and international, who want to advance their knowledge of and credentials in teaching English language learners in the United States or overseas. ## Courses - ENGL 5023 — Second Language Acquisition - ENGL 5703 — Teaching English as a Second Language - ENGL 5713 — ESL Assessment - ENGL 5723 — Teaching People of Other Cultures - TESL 5023 — Second Language Acquisition - TESL 5703 — Teaching English as a Second Language - TESL 5713 — ESL Assessment - TESL 5723 — Teaching People of Other Cultures Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/tesol-gc/ --- # Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Master of Arts The Master of Arts degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) includes the four courses prescribed by the Arkansas Department of Education for ESL endorsement within a flexible degree program. The MA in TESOL can enhance the credentials of K-12 teachers, prepare students for careers in post-secondary teaching in the United States or overseas, and serve as a foundation for doctoral-level studies. ## Courses - ENGL 5023 — Second Language Acquisition - ENGL 5083 — Seminar: English Language - ENGL 5703 — Teaching English as a Second Language - ENGL 5713 — ESL Assessment - ENGL 5723 — Teaching People of Other Cultures - ENGL 6013 — Modern English Grammar and Usage - ENGL 6023 — Composition Theory and Practice. - ENGL 6033 — Rhetoric - ENGL 6083 — Seminar in Linguistics - ENGL 6283 — Literature and Society - ENGL 6863 — TESL Practicum - TESL 5023 — Second Language Acquisition - TESL 5703 — Teaching English as a Second Language - TESL 5713 — ESL Assessment - TESL 5723 — Teaching People of Other Cultures - TESL 6003 — Linguistics for ESL Teachers - TESL 6013 — Modern English Grammar and Usage - TESL 6023 — Language and Society - TESL 6063 — Instructional Strategies in Content Areas - TESL 6083 — Seminar in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages - TESL 6123 — Teaching Writing to English Language Learners - TESL 6133 — Teaching Listening and Speaking to English Language Learners - TESL 6143 — Teaching Reading to English Language Learners - TESL 6863 — TESOL Practicum Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/graduate/programs/tesol-ma/ --- # Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, Technical Certificate - Facilities Maintenance Option **Certificate** ## Courses - ACR 1203 — Fundamentals of Electricity - ACR 1205 — Tubing and Piping - ACR 1222 — Industrial Controls - ACR 1301 — Industrial Safety in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration - ACR 1302 — Basic Compression and Refrigeration - ACR 1503 — Electronic Components - ACR 1602 — Schematics - AST 1004 — Gasoline Engine Theory - AT 2123 — Industrial Fluid Power - BST 1003 — Business English - BST 1073 — Accounting - CRT 1124 — Painting I - FAC 2202 — Carpentry - FAC 2212 — Plumbing - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics - WLD 1302 — Metallurgy Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/air-conditioning-refrigeration/air-conditioning--refrigeration-tc-facilities-maintenance/ --- # Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, Associate of Applied Science - Facilities Management Option **Degree** ## Courses - ACR 1203 — Fundamentals of Electricity - ACR 1205 — Tubing and Piping - ACR 1222 — Industrial Controls - ACR 1301 — Industrial Safety in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration - ACR 1302 — Basic Compression and Refrigeration - ACR 1503 — Electronic Components - ACR 1602 — Schematics - AST 1004 — Gasoline Engine Theory - AT 1163 — Fund Electricity I (DC CRCTS) - AT 1173 — Fund Electricity II (AC CRCTS) - AT 2123 — Industrial Fluid Power - BST 1073 — Accounting - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - BST 2143 — Introduction to Management - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - CRT 1124 — Painting I - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - FAC 2106 — Construction Fundamentals - FAC 2202 — Carpentry - FAC 2212 — Plumbing - FAC 2222 — Grounds Maintenance - INT 2904 — Internship - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics - WLD 1302 — Metallurgy - WLD 1403 — Welding for Trades and Industry Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/air-conditioning-refrigeration/air-conditioning-refrigeration-aas-facilities-management/ --- # Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, Associate of Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - ACR 1203 — Fundamentals of Electricity - ACR 1205 — Tubing and Piping - ACR 1222 — Industrial Controls - ACR 1301 — Industrial Safety in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration - ACR 1302 — Basic Compression and Refrigeration - ACR 1503 — Electronic Components - ACR 1602 — Schematics - ACR 2102 — Residential Systems - ACR 2104 — Heat Gain and Loss - ACR 2112 — Air Conditioning Service - ACR 2114 — Commercial Refrigeration - ACR 2122 — Occupational Safety and Health Administration-10 - ACR 2124 — Sheet Metal - ACR 2134 — Boiler Operations - ACR 2994 — Special Topics for Air Conditioning and Refrigeration - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - INT 2904 — Internship - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics - WLD 1403 — Welding for Trades and Industry Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/air-conditioning-refrigeration/air-conditioning-refrigeration-aas/ --- # Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration is an industry that offers a bright future for people who wish to prepare for entry into this profession. This field includes, sales, installation, maintenance, service and operation of equipment not only in residential settings, but also in commerce and industry. The need for air conditioning and refrigeration service technicians will continue to expand with the growth of computer applications into the industrial fields. This certificate of proficiency may be applied to the Technical Certificate in Air Conditioning and Refr… ## Courses - ACR 1203 — Fundamentals of Electricity - ACR 1205 — Tubing and Piping - ACR 1301 — Industrial Safety in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration - ACR 1302 — Basic Compression and Refrigeration - ACR 1503 — Electronic Components - ACR 1602 — Schematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/air-conditioning-refrigeration/air-conditioning-refrigeration-cp/ --- # Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, Technical Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ACR 1203 — Fundamentals of Electricity - ACR 1205 — Tubing and Piping - ACR 1222 — Industrial Controls - ACR 1301 — Industrial Safety in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration - ACR 1302 — Basic Compression and Refrigeration - ACR 1503 — Electronic Components - ACR 1602 — Schematics - ACR 2102 — Residential Systems - ACR 2104 — Heat Gain and Loss - ACR 2112 — Air Conditioning Service - ACR 2122 — Occupational Safety and Health Administration-10 - ACR 2994 — Special Topics for Air Conditioning and Refrigeration - BST 1003 — Business English - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - INT 2904 — Internship - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/air-conditioning-refrigeration/air-conditioning-refrigeration-tc/ --- # Construction Technology, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Construction Technology is a course of study that prepares students for entry-level employment in maintenance or construction related field. This certificate of proficiency may be applied to the Technical Certificate in Facilities Maintenance and the Associate of Applied Science degree in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration with an emphasis in Facilities Management. ## Courses - FAC 2102 — Electrical Applications - FAC 2106 — Construction Fundamentals - FAC 2202 — Carpentry - FAC 2212 — Plumbing Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/air-conditioning-refrigeration/construction-technology-cp/ --- # Automation Technology, Associate of Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - AT 1103 — Programming I - AT 1113 — Industrial Networking - AT 1123 — Industrial Electronics - AT 1133 — Introduction to Manufacturing Components - AT 1163 — Fund Electricity I (DC CRCTS) - AT 1173 — Fund Electricity II (AC CRCTS) - AT 1183 — 3D Modeling and Simulation - AT 2013 — Introduction to Industrial Robotics - AT 2023 — Emerging Trends in Manufacturing - AT 2043 — Robotics and Motion Control - AT 2123 — Industrial Fluid Power - AT 2143 — Programmable Controllers - AT 2153 — Introduction to Industrial Automation - AT 2163 — Industrial Automation - AT 2203 — Introduction to Programmable Controllers - AT 2223 — Introduction to Process Technology - AT 2513 — Blueprints, Measurements, and Safety - AT 2514 — CNC Milling - AT 2523 — Machining Technology - AT 2524 — CNC Turning - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/automation-technology/automation-technology-aas/ --- # Controls Fundamentals, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Control Fundamentals is a course of study that prepares students for entry-level employment in manufacturing, repair, farming equipment repair, sales, and many more. This certificate of proficiency may be applied to the Technical Certificate and the Associate of Applied Science degree in Industrial Control Systems. ## Courses - AT 1163 — Fund Electricity I (DC CRCTS) - AT 1173 — Fund Electricity II (AC CRCTS) - AT 2013 — Introduction to Industrial Robotics - AT 2143 — Programmable Controllers - AT 2153 — Introduction to Industrial Automation Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/automation-technology/controls-fundamentals-cp/ --- # Industrial Control Systems, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Industrial Controls is a course of study that prepares students for entry-level employment in an industrial maintenance, computer networking, or engineering related field. This certificate of proficiency may be applied to the Technical Certificate and the Associate of Applied Science degree in Industrial Control Systems. ## Courses - AT 1123 — Industrial Electronics - AT 1133 — Introduction to Manufacturing Components - AT 1163 — Fund Electricity I (DC CRCTS) - AT 1173 — Fund Electricity II (AC CRCTS) - AT 2013 — Introduction to Industrial Robotics - AT 2123 — Industrial Fluid Power - AT 2523 — Machining Technology Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/automation-technology/industrial-control-systems-cp/ --- # Industrial Control Systems, Technical Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - AT 1103 — Programming I - AT 1113 — Industrial Networking - AT 1123 — Industrial Electronics - AT 1133 — Introduction to Manufacturing Components - AT 1163 — Fund Electricity I (DC CRCTS) - AT 1173 — Fund Electricity II (AC CRCTS) - AT 2013 — Introduction to Industrial Robotics - AT 2023 — Emerging Trends in Manufacturing - AT 2123 — Industrial Fluid Power - AT 2143 — Programmable Controllers - AT 2153 — Introduction to Industrial Automation - AT 2163 — Industrial Automation - AT 2203 — Introduction to Programmable Controllers - AT 2223 — Introduction to Process Technology - AT 2993 — Automation Special Topics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/automation-technology/industrial-control-systems-tc/ --- # Industrial Electronic Technology, Technical Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - AT 1103 — Programming I - AT 1123 — Industrial Electronics - AT 1133 — Introduction to Manufacturing Components - AT 1163 — Fund Electricity I (DC CRCTS) - AT 1173 — Fund Electricity II (AC CRCTS) - AT 2013 — Introduction to Industrial Robotics - AT 2033 — Industrial Robotics Program - AT 2043 — Robotics and Motion Control - AT 2123 — Industrial Fluid Power - AT 2203 — Introduction to Programmable Controllers - AT 2513 — Blueprints, Measurements, and Safety - AT 2514 — CNC Milling - AT 2523 — Machining Technology - AT 2524 — CNC Turning - BST 1003 — Business English - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/automation-technology/industrial-electronic-technology-tc/ --- # Machining Concepts and Operations, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Machinist Operations program prepares students for entry into the manufacturing of mechanical parts. ## Courses - AT 2513 — Blueprints, Measurements, and Safety - AT 2523 — Machining Technology Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/automation-technology/machining-concepts-operations-cp/ --- # Machining Operations Milling and Turning, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Machining Operations Milling and Turning program prepares students for entry into the manufacturing of mechanical parts. ## Courses - AT 2514 — CNC Milling - AT 2524 — CNC Turning Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/automation-technology/machining-operations-milling-turning-cp/ --- # Automotive Service Technology, Associate of Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - AST 1003 — Automotive Electronics - AST 1004 — Gasoline Engine Theory - AST 1005 — Engine Performance - AST 1103 — Automotive Brake Systems - AST 1113 — Introduction to Automotive Drivetrains - AST 1203 — Automotive Climate Control - AST 1213 — Automotive Chassis and Steering - AST 1223 — Advanced Automotive Drivetrains - AST 2003 — Career Readiness - AST 2103 — Advanced Automotive Electronics - AST 2203 — Diesel Theory - AST 2303 — Alternative Automobile Fuels and Technology - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - INT 2903 — Internship - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics - WLD 1403 — Welding for Trades and Industry Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/automotive-service-technology/automotive-service-technology-aas/ --- # Automotive Service Technology, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Automotive Service is a course of study that prepares students for entry-level employment in Automotive Service. This certificate of proficiency may be applied to the Technical Certificate in Automotive Service Technology and the Associate of Applied Science degree with an emphasis in Automotive Service Technology. ## Courses - AST 1003 — Automotive Electronics - AST 1004 — Gasoline Engine Theory - AST 1103 — Automotive Brake Systems - AST 1203 — Automotive Climate Control - AST 1213 — Automotive Chassis and Steering - AST 2103 — Advanced Automotive Electronics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/automotive-service-technology/automotive-service-technology-cp/ --- # Automotive Service Technology, Technical Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - AST 1003 — Automotive Electronics - AST 1004 — Gasoline Engine Theory - AST 1005 — Engine Performance - AST 1103 — Automotive Brake Systems - AST 1113 — Introduction to Automotive Drivetrains - AST 1203 — Automotive Climate Control - AST 1213 — Automotive Chassis and Steering - AST 2103 — Advanced Automotive Electronics - BST 1003 — Business English - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/automotive-service-technology/automotive-service-technology-tc/ --- # Banking Services, Associate of Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - BNK 2303 — Money and Banking - BNK 2313 — Principles of Banking - BNK 2323 — Branch Operations - BNK 2333 — Loan Operations - BNK 2343 — Legal Foundations in Banking - BNK 2593 — BANKING WORKBASED LEARNING I - BNK 2693 — BANKING WORKBASED LEARNING II - BNK 2793 — BANKING WORKBASED LEARNING III - BNK 2893 — BANKING WORKBASED LEARNING IV - BNK 2916 — Banking Work-Based Learning - BST 1013 — Word Processing - BST 1053 — Spreadsheets - BST 1073 — Accounting - BST 1083 — Introduction to Economics - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - BST 2023 — Organizational Leadership - BST 2053 — Advanced Spreadsheets - BST 2213 — Human Relations Principles and Practices - BST 2443 — Introduction to Project Management - BST 2533 — Employee Recruiting, Training, and Compensation - BST 2543 — Workplace Behavior and Ethics - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - CIS 1233 — Systems Analysis and Design - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/banking-services/banking-services-aas/ --- # Banking Services, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Banking Services gives students the opportunity to earn a certificate while completing coursework toward a higher degree. Courses completed in the Certificate of Proficiency will apply toward the completion of both a Technical Certificate and an Associate of Applied Science degree in Banking Services. It will increase opportunities for entry level employability by improving qualifications of the applicant pool and better meet the increasing demand for support skills in the banking services field. ## Courses - BNK 2313 — Principles of Banking - BNK 2323 — Branch Operations - BNK 2693 — BANKING WORKBASED LEARNING II - BNK 2793 — BANKING WORKBASED LEARNING III - BNK 2893 — BANKING WORKBASED LEARNING IV - BNK 2916 — Banking Work-Based Learning - BST 1043 — Professional Communication - BST 2023 — Organizational Leadership - BST 2533 — Employee Recruiting, Training, and Compensation - HS 2113 — Cultural Representation Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/banking-services/banking-services-cp/ --- # Banking Services, Technical Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - BNK 2303 — Money and Banking - BNK 2313 — Principles of Banking - BNK 2323 — Branch Operations - BNK 2693 — BANKING WORKBASED LEARNING II - BNK 2793 — BANKING WORKBASED LEARNING III - BST 1013 — Word Processing - BST 1043 — Professional Communication - BST 1053 — Spreadsheets - BST 1073 — Accounting - BST 1083 — Introduction to Economics - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - BST 2023 — Organizational Leadership - BST 2533 — Employee Recruiting, Training, and Compensation - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - HS 2113 — Cultural Representation - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/banking-services/banking-services-tc/ --- # Business Technology, Associate of Applied Science - Human Resources Management Option **Degree** ## Courses - BST 1013 — Word Processing - BST 1033 — Administrative Support Procedures - BST 1043 — Professional Communication - BST 1053 — Spreadsheets - BST 1073 — Accounting - BST 1083 — Introduction to Economics - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - BST 2053 — Advanced Spreadsheets - BST 2113 — Advanced Word Processing - BST 2123 — Computer Applications for Accounting - BST 2133 — Multimedia - BST 2143 — Introduction to Management - BST 2173 — Social Media Marketing - BST 2213 — Human Relations Principles and Practices - BST 2223 — Introduction to Research - BST 2513 — Introduction to Human Resources Management - BST 2523 — Employment Law - BST 2533 — Employee Recruiting, Training, and Compensation - BST 2543 — Workplace Behavior and Ethics - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - HS 1123 — Communication and Interviewing - INT 2903 — Internship - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - SOC 1003 — Introductory Sociology - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/business-technology/business-technology-aas-hr/ --- # Business Technology, Associate of Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - BST 1013 — Word Processing - BST 1033 — Administrative Support Procedures - BST 1043 — Professional Communication - BST 1053 — Spreadsheets - BST 1063 — Legal Environment for Business Technology - BST 1073 — Accounting - BST 1083 — Introduction to Economics - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - BST 2053 — Advanced Spreadsheets - BST 2113 — Advanced Word Processing - BST 2123 — Computer Applications for Accounting - BST 2133 — Multimedia - BST 2143 — Introduction to Management - BST 2153 — Database Management - BST 2163 — Desktop Publishing - BST 2213 — Human Relations Principles and Practices - BST 2223 — Introduction to Research - BST 2543 — Workplace Behavior and Ethics - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - INT 2903 — Internship - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/business-technology/business-technology-aas/ --- # Business Technology, Technical Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - BST 1003 — Business English - BST 1013 — Word Processing - BST 1033 — Administrative Support Procedures - BST 1043 — Professional Communication - BST 1053 — Spreadsheets - BST 1073 — Accounting - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - BST 2113 — Advanced Word Processing - BST 2123 — Computer Applications for Accounting - BST 2133 — Multimedia - BST 2143 — Introduction to Management - BST 2213 — Human Relations Principles and Practices - BST 2223 — Introduction to Research - BST 2543 — Workplace Behavior and Ethics - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - MATH 1003 — Quantitative Literacy - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/business-technology/business-technology-tc/ --- # Fundamentals of Project Management, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Fundamentals of Project Management area of study will prepare students for entry into project management work and roles. Students will focus on project management concepts including how to scope, plan, launch, monitor, control and close a project as well as the Project Management Institute's (PMI) principles. Students will use various tools to manage different levels of projects through their life cycle for various organizational structures and stakeholders. ## Courses - BST 1043 — Professional Communication - BST 2023 — Organizational Leadership - BST 2443 — Introduction to Project Management - BST 2543 — Workplace Behavior and Ethics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/business-technology/fundamentals-project-management/ --- # Fundamentals of Small Business Management, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** ## Courses - BST 2023 — Organizational Leadership - BST 2143 — Introduction to Management - BST 2513 — Introduction to Human Resources Management - BST 2643 — Fundamentals of Small Business Operations Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/business-technology/fundamentals-small-business-management/ --- # Office Support Specialist, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Office Support Specialist gives students the opportunity to earn a certificate while completing coursework toward a higher degree. Courses completed in the Certificate of Proficiency will apply toward the completion of both a Technical Certificate and an Associate of Applied Science degree in Business Technology. It will provide students with a basic understanding of communication, office administration, technology, and information management. ## Courses - BST 1013 — Word Processing - BST 1033 — Administrative Support Procedures - BST 1043 — Professional Communication - BST 1053 — Spreadsheets - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/business-technology/office-support-specialist-cp/ --- # Cardiac Sonography, Associate of Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - BIOL 1014 — Introduction to Biological Science - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - CVT 2112 — Hospital Policies and Patient Care - CVT 2123 — Sonography Physics and Instrumentation I - CVT 2132 — Echocardiography I Laboratory - CVT 2133 — Echocardiography I - CVT 2144 — Clinical Practicum I - CVT 2211 — Principles of Electrocardiography - CVT 2213 — Cardiac Pathology Studies - CVT 2223 — Sonography Physics and Instrumentation II - CVT 2231 — Echocardiography II Laboratory - CVT 2233 — Echocardiography II - CVT 2244 — Clinical Practicum II - CVT 2312 — Interdisciplinary Cardiac Imaging - CVT 2313 — Echocardiography Concepts - CVT 2323 — Physics Concepts - CVT 2344 — Clinical Practicum III - EMTP 1001 — First Aid and CPR for Health Care Providers - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - HSCI 1113 — Medical Terminology - HSCI 1123 — Human Anatomical Structure I - HSCI 1243 — Human Anatomical Structure II - MATH 1003 — Quantitative Literacy - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - PHSC 1013 — Introduction to Physical Science - PHSC 1021 — Physical Science Laboratory - PSY 2003 — General Psychology Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/cardiac-sonography/cardiac-sonography-aas/ --- # Collision Repair Technology, Associate of Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - CRT 1103 — Automotive Welding - CRT 1114 — Metal Repair I - CRT 1124 — Painting I - CRT 1134 — Color Matching I - CRT 1214 — Metal Repair II - CRT 1224 — Painting II - CRT 1234 — Color Matching II - CRT 1322 — Detailing - CRT 1332 — Cost Analysis in Collision Repair - CRT 1342 — Collision Repair Technology Employment Certification - CRT 2114 — Metal Repair III - CRT 2124 — Custom Painting - CRT 2134 — Collision Repair Technology Mechanical and Electrical - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/collision-repair-technology/collision-repair-technology-aas/ --- # Collision Repair Technology, Technical Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - BST 1003 — Business English - CRT 1103 — Automotive Welding - CRT 1114 — Metal Repair I - CRT 1124 — Painting I - CRT 1134 — Color Matching I - CRT 1214 — Metal Repair II - CRT 1224 — Painting II - CRT 1234 — Color Matching II - CRT 1322 — Detailing - CRT 1332 — Cost Analysis in Collision Repair - CRT 1342 — Collision Repair Technology Employment Certification - ENGL 1013 — Composition I Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/collision-repair-technology/collision-repair-technology-tc/ --- # Computer Information Technology, Associate of Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - AT 2203 — Introduction to Programmable Controllers - BST 2153 — Database Management - CIS 1103 — Programming I - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - CIS 1153 — Networking I - CIS 1213 — Operating Systems - CIS 1233 — Systems Analysis and Design - CIS 1243 — HTML Programming - CIS 1253 — Networking II - CIS 1303 — PC Maintenance I - CIS 2133 — Web Page Design - CIS 2153 — Programming in C++ - CIS 2213 — Mobile Applications - CIS 2323 — Fundamentals of Cybersecurity - CIS 2493 — Cybersecurity - CIS 2593 — Specialized Programming - CIS 2693 — Gaming - CIS 2793 — Cisco I - CIS 2893 — Cisco II Routers and Switching - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/computer-information-technology/computer-information-technology-aas/ --- # Computer Information Technology, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Computer Information Technology is a course of study that prepares students for entry-level employment in a computerized field. The courses within the certificate of proficiency can lead to a new career or simply enhance a person's skill set to make him/her more productive and marketable. This certificate of proficiency may be applied to the Technical Certificate in Computer Information Technology and the Associate of Applied Science degree in Computer Information Technology. ## Courses - CIS 1103 — Programming I - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - CIS 1153 — Networking I - CIS 1303 — PC Maintenance I Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/computer-information-technology/computer-information-technology-cp/ --- # Computer Information Technology, Technical Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - AT 2203 — Introduction to Programmable Controllers - BST 1003 — Business English - BST 2153 — Database Management - CIS 1103 — Programming I - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - CIS 1153 — Networking I - CIS 1183 — Fundamentals of Cybersecurity - CIS 1213 — Operating Systems - CIS 1253 — Networking II - CIS 1303 — PC Maintenance I - CIS 2493 — Cybersecurity - CIS 2593 — Specialized Programming - CIS 2693 — Gaming - CIS 2793 — Cisco I - CIS 2893 — Cisco II Routers and Switching - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/computer-information-technology/computer-information-technology-tc/ --- # Fundamentals of Cybersecurity ## Courses - CIS 1103 — Programming I - CIS 1183 — Fundamentals of Cybersecurity - CIS 2133 — Web Page Design Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/computer-information-technology/fundamentals-cybersecurity/ --- # Cosmetic Science, Associate of Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - BST 1013 — Word Processing - BST 1033 — Administrative Support Procedures - BST 1043 — Professional Communication - BST 1073 — Accounting - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - BST 2143 — Introduction to Management - BST 2163 — Desktop Publishing - BST 2213 — Human Relations Principles and Practices - BST 2513 — Introduction to Human Resources Management - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - COS 1101 — Hygiene and Sanitation I - COS 1107 — Hairdressing I with Laboratory - COS 1121 — Related Science I - COS 1131 — Manicuring I - COS 1141 — Cosmetic Therapy I - COS 1151 — Salesmanship, Shop Management, and Shop Deportment I - COS 1201 — Hygiene and Sanitation II - COS 1207 — Hairdressing II with Laboratory - COS 1221 — Related Science II - COS 1231 — Manicuring II - COS 1241 — Cosmetic Therapy II - COS 1251 — Salesmanship, Shop Management, and Shop Deportment II - COS 2301 — Hygiene and Sanitation III - COS 2307 — Hairdressing III with Laboratory - COS 2321 — Related Science III - COS 2331 — Manicuring III - COS 2341 — Cosmetic Therapy III - COS 2351 — Salesmanship, Shop Management, and Shop Deportment III - COS 2403 — Salon Business Operations - COS 2404 — Theory and Practical Application - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/cosmetic-science/cosmetic-science-aas/ --- # Cosmetology, Technical Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - COS 1101 — Hygiene and Sanitation I - COS 1107 — Hairdressing I with Laboratory - COS 1121 — Related Science I - COS 1131 — Manicuring I - COS 1141 — Cosmetic Therapy I - COS 1151 — Salesmanship, Shop Management, and Shop Deportment I - COS 1201 — Hygiene and Sanitation II - COS 1207 — Hairdressing II with Laboratory - COS 1221 — Related Science II - COS 1231 — Manicuring II - COS 1241 — Cosmetic Therapy II - COS 1251 — Salesmanship, Shop Management, and Shop Deportment II - COS 2301 — Hygiene and Sanitation III - COS 2307 — Hairdressing III with Laboratory - COS 2321 — Related Science III - COS 2331 — Manicuring III - COS 2341 — Cosmetic Therapy III - COS 2351 — Salesmanship, Shop Management, and Shop Deportment III - COS 2404 — Theory and Practical Application Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/cosmetic-science/cosmetology-tc/ --- # Associate of General Studies **Degree** ## Courses - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/general-studies/associate-general-studies/ --- # Health Information Technology, Associate of Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - HIT 1103 — Health Data Content and Structures - HIT 1203 — Information Systems in Healthcare - HIT 1213 — Legal Aspects of Health Information - HIT 1233 — Pharmacology - HIT 2103 — Disease Processes - HIT 2233 — Healthcare Analytics - HIT 2243 — Diagnostic (ICD-10-CM) Coding - HIT 2253 — Healthcare Reimbursement Methodologies - HIT 2323 — Procedural (CPT) Coding - HIT 2333 — Healthcare Management - HIT 2343 — Advanced Coding - HIT 2903 — Professional Practice Experience - HSCI 1113 — Medical Terminology - HSCI 1123 — Human Anatomical Structure I - HSCI 1243 — Human Anatomical Structure II - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/health-information-technology/health-information-technology-aas/ --- # Health Information Technology, Technical Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - HIT 1103 — Health Data Content and Structures - HIT 1203 — Information Systems in Healthcare - HIT 1213 — Legal Aspects of Health Information - HIT 1233 — Pharmacology - HIT 2103 — Disease Processes - HIT 2333 — Healthcare Management - HSCI 1113 — Medical Terminology - HSCI 1123 — Human Anatomical Structure I - HSCI 1243 — Human Anatomical Structure II - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/health-information-technology/health-information-technology-tc/ --- # Medical Billing, Certificates of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Medical Billing will prepare students for entry-level billing office positions in healthcare facilities (e.g., hospitals, clinics, physician practices). Credits earned may be applied to the Technical Certificate and/or the Associate of Applied Science degree in Health Information Management. ## Courses - HIT 1203 — Information Systems in Healthcare - HIT 2243 — Diagnostic (ICD-10-CM) Coding - HIT 2253 — Healthcare Reimbursement Methodologies - HSCI 1113 — Medical Terminology Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/health-information-technology/medical-billing-cp/ --- # Medical Coding, Certificates of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Medical Coding is a course of study that will prepare students for entry-level positions as coders in health care facilities (e.g., hospitals, clinics, physician practices). Credits earned may be applied to the Technical Certificate and/or the Associate of Applied Science degree in Health Information Management. ## Courses - HIT 2243 — Diagnostic (ICD-10-CM) Coding - HIT 2323 — Procedural (CPT) Coding - HSCI 1113 — Medical Terminology - HSCI 1123 — Human Anatomical Structure I - HSCI 1243 — Human Anatomical Structure II Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/health-information-technology/medical-coding-cp/ --- # Health Professions, Technical Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - BIOL 1014 — Introduction to Biological Science - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - CHEM 1111 — Survey of Chemistry Laboratory - CHEM 1113 — A Survey of Chemistry - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - CNA 1114 — Nursing Assistant - EMTP 1007 — Basic Emergency Medical Services Training - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - HIT 1103 — Health Data Content and Structures - HIT 1203 — Information Systems in Healthcare - HIT 1213 — Legal Aspects of Health Information - HIT 1233 — Pharmacology - HIT 2243 — Diagnostic (ICD-10-CM) Coding - HIT 2253 — Healthcare Reimbursement Methodologies - HIT 2323 — Procedural (CPT) Coding - HSCI 1002 — Phlebotomy Practicum - HSCI 1004 — Phlebotomy - HSCI 1113 — Medical Terminology - HSCI 1123 — Human Anatomical Structure I - HSCI 1243 — Human Anatomical Structure II - HSCI 1254 — Patient Care Technician - PHSC 1013 — Introduction to Physical Science - PHSC 1021 — Physical Science Laboratory - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/health-sciences/health-profession-tc/ --- # Health Sciences, Certificates of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Health Sciences is a course of study that provides the foundation for several programs of study within the Allied Health arena. Credits earned may be applied to other Certificates of Proficiency in Health Science areas, the Technical Certificate in Health Professions, and/or the Associate of Applied Science degree in Cardiovascular Technology-Cardiac Sonography, Health Information Technology, Medical Assisting, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Paramedic/Emergency Medical Services, Physical Therapist Assistant, or Practical Nursing. ## Courses - HSCI 1113 — Medical Terminology - HSCI 1123 — Human Anatomical Structure I - HSCI 1243 — Human Anatomical Structure II Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/health-sciences/health-sciences-cp/ --- # Pharmacy Technician, Certificates of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Pharmacy Technician is a course of study that will prepare students to assist pharmacists with dispensing information and processing prescriptions. Most states and employers require pharmacy technicians to be certified/registered with an official board of pharmacy. Many pharmacy technician job postings prefer individuals who are currently enrolled in a pharmacy technician school or are already certified. ## Courses - HIT 1103 — Health Data Content and Structures - HIT 1213 — Legal Aspects of Health Information - HIT 1233 — Pharmacology - HSCI 1113 — Medical Terminology - HSCI 1123 — Human Anatomical Structure I - HSCI 1243 — Human Anatomical Structure II Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/health-sciences/pharmacy-technician-cp/ --- # Phlebotomy, Certificates of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Phlebotomy will prepare students for entry-level positions as phlebotomists in healthcare facilities (e.g., hospitals, clinics, physician practices). ## Courses - HSCI 1002 — Phlebotomy Practicum - HSCI 1004 — Phlebotomy - HSCI 1113 — Medical Terminology - HSCI 1123 — Human Anatomical Structure I - HSCI 1243 — Human Anatomical Structure II Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/health-sciences/phlebotomy-cp/ --- # Human Services, Associates Degree **Degree** ## Courses - BST 1033 — Administrative Support Procedures - BST 1043 — Professional Communication - BST 1053 — Spreadsheets - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - HIT 2333 — Healthcare Management - HS 1113 — Introduction to Human Services - HS 1123 — Communication and Interviewing - HS 1213 — Skills and Theories in Human Services - HS 1223 — Systems, Processes, and Case Management - HS 2113 — Cultural Representation - HS 2123 — Group Processes - HS 2213 — Management of Human Service Agencies - HS 2223 — Fieldwork I - HS 2233 — Fieldwork II - HSCI 1113 — Medical Terminology - LE 2013 — Introduction to Computer Crime - LE 2113 — Introduction to Terrorism - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - PSY 3003 — Abnormal Psychology - PSY 3813 — Lifespan Development - SOC 1003 — Introductory Sociology - SOC 2033 — Social Problems - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/human-services/human-services-associates/ --- # Dispatcher Telecommunications, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** A course of study that will prepare students to work in call centers operated by municipalities, private police, security firms or other public safety agencies. Public safety telecommunications operators (or dispatchers), work with the police, emergency medical personnel and fire departments to direct first-responder services when they are needed in critical situations. ## Courses - LE 1003 — Introduction to Law Enforcement - LE 1113 — Ethics in Law Enforcement - LE 2133 — Dispatcher Telecommunications Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/law-enforcement/dispatcher-telecommunications-cp/ --- # Jail Standards, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Jail Standards is a course of study that will prepare students for entry-level employment in the detention facility or corrections setting in the State of Arkansas. Students in this course will be provided knowledge and skills required by Arkansas Criminal Detention Standards. ## Courses - LE 1003 — Introduction to Law Enforcement - LE 1113 — Ethics in Law Enforcement - LE 2123 — Jail Standards Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/law-enforcement/jail-standards-cp/ --- # Law Enforcement, Associate of Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - ANTH 1213 — Introduction to Anthropology - BST 1043 — Professional Communication - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - LE 1003 — Introduction to Law Enforcement - LE 1023 — Judicial Process - LE 1033 — Public Relations in Law Enforcement - LE 1063 — Juvenile Delinquency - LE 1113 — Ethics in Law Enforcement - LE 1123 — Community Disaster Response - LE 2003 — Interview, Interrogation, and Testimony - LE 2013 — Introduction to Computer Crime - LE 2103 — Crime Scene Investigation - LE 2113 — Introduction to Terrorism - LE 2123 — Jail Standards - LE 2143 — Introduction to Emergency Management - LE 2993 — Special Topics for Law Enforcement - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - SOC 1003 — Introductory Sociology - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/law-enforcement/law-enforcement-aas/ --- # Law Enforcement, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Law Enforcement is a course of study that prepares students for entry-level employment in a law enforcement or security environment. This certificate of proficiency may be applied to the Technical Certificate in Law Enforcement and the Associate of Applied Science degree with an emphasis in Law Enforcement. ## Courses - LE 1003 — Introduction to Law Enforcement - LE 1023 — Judicial Process - LE 1033 — Public Relations in Law Enforcement - LE 1063 — Juvenile Delinquency - LE 1113 — Ethics in Law Enforcement Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/law-enforcement/law-enforcement-cp/ --- # Law Enforcement, Technical Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - BST 1003 — Business English - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - LE 1003 — Introduction to Law Enforcement - LE 1023 — Judicial Process - LE 1033 — Public Relations in Law Enforcement - LE 1063 — Juvenile Delinquency - LE 1113 — Ethics in Law Enforcement - LE 1123 — Community Disaster Response - LE 2003 — Interview, Interrogation, and Testimony - LE 2103 — Crime Scene Investigation - LE 2123 — Jail Standards - LE 2133 — Dispatcher Telecommunications - LE 2143 — Introduction to Emergency Management - LE 2993 — Special Topics for Law Enforcement - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/law-enforcement/law-enforcement-tc/ --- # Logistics Management, Associate of Applied Science **Degree** Logistic Managers analyze and coordinate an organization’s supply chain – the system that moves a product from supplier to consumer. They manage the entire life cycle of a product, which includes how a product is acquired, distributed, allocated, and delivered. Logistics are used in nearly every industry. ## Courses - BAS 4253 — Quality Control - BAS 4353 — Project Management - BAS 4363 — Project Risk Analysis and Mitigation - BAS 4373 — Leading Agile Projects - BAS 4453 — Root Cause Analysis - BAS 4553 — Occupational Safety - BST 1043 — Professional Communication - BST 1053 — Spreadsheets - BST 1063 — Legal Environment for Business Technology - BST 1073 — Accounting - BST 1083 — Introduction to Economics - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - BST 2023 — Organizational Leadership - BST 2053 — Advanced Spreadsheets - BST 2143 — Introduction to Management - BST 2153 — Database Management - BST 2213 — Human Relations Principles and Practices - BST 2443 — Introduction to Project Management - BST 2513 — Introduction to Human Resources Management - BST 2543 — Workplace Behavior and Ethics - BST 2643 — Fundamentals of Small Business Operations - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - CIS 1233 — Systems Analysis and Design - CIS 2133 — Web Page Design - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - ECON 2003 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - INT 2903 — Internship - LGM 1013 — Principles of Logistics and Supply Chain Management - LGM 2023 — Transportation Management - LGM 2033 — Warehousing and Inventory Management - LGM 2043 — Foundations of Strategic Procurement - LGM 2053 — International Logistics - LGM 2083 — Operations Management - LGM 2093 — Freight Brokerage & Customer Relations Management - MATH 1003 — Quantitative Literacy - OL 3023 — Professional Communications - OL 3133 — Principles of Personnel Management - OL 4043 — Ethical Decision-Making and Development - OL 4443 — Professional Leadership - OL 4543 — Workplace Supervision - OL 4643 — Organizational Culture - OL 4743 — Organizational Change - OL 4963 — Organizational Leadership Capstone - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - PSY 3093 — Industrial and Organizational Psychology - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/logistics-management/logistics-management-aas/ --- # Logistics Management, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** ## Courses - LGM 1013 — Principles of Logistics and Supply Chain Management - LGM 2023 — Transportation Management - LGM 2033 — Warehousing and Inventory Management - LGM 2043 — Foundations of Strategic Procurement Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/logistics-management/logistics-management-cp/ --- # Transportation Management, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** ## Courses - LGM 1013 — Principles of Logistics and Supply Chain Management - LGM 2023 — Transportation Management Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/logistics-management/transportation-management-certificate-proficiency/ --- # Occupational Therapy Assistant, Associate of Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - BIOL 1014 — Introduction to Biological Science - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - HSCI 1113 — Medical Terminology - HSCI 1123 — Human Anatomical Structure I - HSCI 1243 — Human Anatomical Structure II - MATH 1003 — Quantitative Literacy - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - OTA 2102 — Foundations of Occupational Therapy - OTA 2111 — Level I Field Work A - OTA 2112 — Modalities for Human Conditions I with Laboratory - OTA 2122 — Human Movement and Activity Analysis for Occupational Therapy Laboratory - OTA 2132 — Human Movement and Activity Analysis for Occupational Therapy - OTA 2142 — Medical Conditions for the Occupational Therapy Assistant - OTA 2152 — Theory and Treatment for Human Conditions I - OTA 2162 — Management and Licensure for the Occupational Therapy Assistant - OTA 2202 — Human Occupation and Clinical Reasoning - OTA 2211 — Level I Field Work B - OTA 2212 — Modalities for Human Conditions II with Laboratory - OTA 2221 — Documentation for Occupational Therapy - OTA 2232 — Group Processes and Dynamics - OTA 2242 — Human Occupation and Clinical Reasoning Laboratory - OTA 2252 — Theory and Treatment for Human Conditions II - OTA 2262 — Assistive Technology and Environmental Adaptations - OTA 2302 — Occupational Therapy Assistant Professional Development - OTA 2312 — Modalities for Human Conditions III with Laboratory - OTA 2352 — Theory and Treatment for Human Conditions III - OTA 2412 — Level II Field Work A-1 - OTA 2422 — Level II Field Work A-2 - OTA 2424 — Level II Field Work B - PHSC 1013 — Introduction to Physical Science - PHSC 1021 — Physical Science Laboratory - PSY 2003 — General Psychology Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/occupational-therapy-assistant/occupational-therapy-assistant-aas/ --- # Basic Emergency Medical Technician, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Basic Emergency Medical Technician is a course of study that prepares students to perform in pre-hospital care of acutely ill or injured patients. ## Courses - EMTP 1007 — Basic Emergency Medical Services Training Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/paramedic-emergency-medical-services/basic-emergency-medical-technician-cp/ --- # Paramedic/Emergency Medical Services, Associate of Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - EMTP 1233 — Medical Emergencies I with Laboratory - EMTP 1234 — Clinical Practicum I - EMTP 1243 — Pharmacology - EMTP 2101 — Cardiology I - EMTP 2111 — Clinical Practicum II - EMTP 2202 — Cardiology Laboratory II - EMTP 2203 — Cardiology II - EMTP 2211 — Clinical Practicum III - EMTP 2212 — Emergency Medical Services Operations - EMTP 2311 — Assessment Based Management - EMTP 2313 — Medical Emergencies II with Laboratory - EMTP 2316 — Paramedic Internship - EMTP 2323 — Trauma Management - EMTP 2413 — Medical Emergencies III with Laboratory - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - HSCI 1113 — Medical Terminology - HSCI 1123 — Human Anatomical Structure I - HSCI 1243 — Human Anatomical Structure II - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/paramedic-emergency-medical-services/paramedic-emergency-medical-services-aas/ --- # Paramedic/Emergency Medical Services, Technical Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - EMTP 1007 — Basic Emergency Medical Services Training - EMTP 1233 — Medical Emergencies I with Laboratory - EMTP 1234 — Clinical Practicum I - EMTP 1243 — Pharmacology - EMTP 2101 — Cardiology I - EMTP 2111 — Clinical Practicum II - EMTP 2202 — Cardiology Laboratory II - EMTP 2203 — Cardiology II - EMTP 2211 — Clinical Practicum III - EMTP 2212 — Emergency Medical Services Operations - EMTP 2311 — Assessment Based Management - EMTP 2313 — Medical Emergencies II with Laboratory - EMTP 2316 — Paramedic Internship - EMTP 2323 — Trauma Management - EMTP 2413 — Medical Emergencies III with Laboratory - HSCI 1113 — Medical Terminology - HSCI 1123 — Human Anatomical Structure I - HSCI 1243 — Human Anatomical Structure II - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/paramedic-emergency-medical-services/paramedic-emergency-medical-services-tc/ --- # Physical Therapy Assistant, Associate of Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - BIOL 1014 — Introduction to Biological Science - BIOL 2404 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I - BIOL 2414 — Human Anatomy and Physiology II - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - HSCI 1113 — Medical Terminology - HSCI 1123 — Human Anatomical Structure I - HSCI 1243 — Human Anatomical Structure II - MATH 1003 — Quantitative Literacy - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - PHSC 1013 — Introduction to Physical Science - PHSC 1021 — Physical Science Laboratory - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - PTA 1121 — Clinical Kinesiology Laboratory - PTA 1122 — Clinical Kinesiology - PTA 1132 — Pathological Conditions - PTA 1212 — THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURES LAB - PTA 1213 — THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURES - PTA 1241 — Principles of Physical Therapy Laboratory - PTA 1243 — Principles of Physical Therapy - PTA 1251 — Data Collection in Physical Therapy Laboratory - PTA 2142 — Therapeutic Exercise and Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Laboratory - PTA 2143 — Therapeutic Exercise and Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation - PTA 2151 — Administrative Procedures - PTA 2163 — Clinical Experience I - PTA 2211 — Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Laboratory - PTA 2212 — Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation - PTA 2221 — Neurological Lifespan Concepts Lab - PTA 2223 — Neurological Lifespan Concepts - PTA 2234 — Clinical Experience II - PTA 2235 — Clinical Experience III Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/physical-therapist-assistant/physical-therapy-assistant-aas/ --- # Nursing Assistant, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** ## Courses - CNA 1114 — Nursing Assistant - HSCI 1113 — Medical Terminology Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/practical-nursing/nursing-assistant-cp/ --- # Practical Nursing, Associate of Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - BIOL 2404 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I - BIOL 2414 — Human Anatomy and Physiology II - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - HSCI 1113 — Medical Terminology - HSCI 1123 — Human Anatomical Structure I - HSCI 1243 — Human Anatomical Structure II - LPN 1101 — Vocational, Legal, and Ethical Concepts - LPN 1102 — Pharmacology I - LPN 1111 — Nursing of the Geriatric Patient - LPN 1121 — Nutrition in Health and Illness - LPN 1123 — Basic Nursing Principles and Skills I - LPN 1133 — Clinical I - LPN 1171 — Nursing of Adults with Medical and Surgical Conditions I - LPN 1202 — Nursing of Adults with Medical and Surgical Conditions II - LPN 1205 — Clinical II - LPN 1212 — Basic Nursing Principles and Skills II - LPN 1222 — Pharmacology II - LPN 1232 — Nursing of Mothers and Infants - LPN 1302 — Nursing of Children - LPN 1308 — Clinical III - LPN 1322 — Mental Health - LPN 1332 — Nursing of Adults with Medical and Surgical Conditions III - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/practical-nursing/practical-nursing-aas/ --- # Practical Nursing, Technical Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - BIOL 2404 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I - BIOL 2414 — Human Anatomy and Physiology II - HSCI 1113 — Medical Terminology - HSCI 1123 — Human Anatomical Structure I - HSCI 1243 — Human Anatomical Structure II - LPN 1101 — Vocational, Legal, and Ethical Concepts - LPN 1102 — Pharmacology I - LPN 1111 — Nursing of the Geriatric Patient - LPN 1121 — Nutrition in Health and Illness - LPN 1123 — Basic Nursing Principles and Skills I - LPN 1133 — Clinical I - LPN 1171 — Nursing of Adults with Medical and Surgical Conditions I - LPN 1202 — Nursing of Adults with Medical and Surgical Conditions II - LPN 1205 — Clinical II - LPN 1212 — Basic Nursing Principles and Skills II - LPN 1222 — Pharmacology II - LPN 1232 — Nursing of Mothers and Infants - LPN 1302 — Nursing of Children - LPN 1308 — Clinical III - LPN 1322 — Mental Health - LPN 1332 — Nursing of Adults with Medical and Surgical Conditions III Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/practical-nursing/practical-nursing-tc/ --- # Registered Nursing, Associate of Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - BIOL 2014 — Human Anatomy - BIOL 2054 — Microbiology for Health Sciences - BIOL 2404 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I - BIOL 2414 — Human Anatomy and Physiology II - BIOL 3054 — Microbiology - BIOL 3074 — Human Physiology - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - CHEM 1111 — Survey of Chemistry Laboratory - CHEM 1113 — A Survey of Chemistry - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - PSY 3813 — Lifespan Development - RN 2006 — PARAMEDIC TRANSITION - NURSING - RN 2112 — Pharmacology I - RN 2113 — Introduction to Professional Nursing - RN 2115 — Practicum for Registered Nursing I - RN 2116 — Theories and Concepts for Registered Nursing I - RN 2211 — Nutrition - RN 2212 — Pharmacology II - RN 2215 — Practicum for Registered Nursing II - RN 2216 — Theories and Concepts for Registered Nursing II - SOC 1003 — Introductory Sociology Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/registered-nursing/registered-nursing-aas/ --- # Welding Technology, Associate of Applied Science **Degree** ## Courses - ACR 2124 — Sheet Metal - ACR 2134 — Boiler Operations - BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers - CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics - WLD 1103 — Introduction to Thermal Cutting - WLD 1202 — Blueprint Reading - WLD 1212 — Industrial Safety in Welding - WLD 1224 — Introduction to Arc Welding - WLD 1302 — Metallurgy - WLD 1403 — Welding for Trades and Industry - WLD 1405 — Position Welding - WLD 1503 — Gas Metal Arc (MIG) Welding - WLD 1603 — Gas Tungsten Arc (TIG) Welding - WLD 1702 — Weldment Testing - WLD 1804 — Certification Welding I - WLD 2804 — Certification Welding II/Internship Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/welding/welding-technology-aas/ --- # Welding Technology, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** ## Courses - WLD 1103 — Introduction to Thermal Cutting - WLD 1212 — Industrial Safety in Welding - WLD 1224 — Introduction to Arc Welding Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/welding/welding-technology-cp/ --- # Welding Technology, Technical Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - BST 1003 — Business English - TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics - WLD 1103 — Introduction to Thermal Cutting - WLD 1202 — Blueprint Reading - WLD 1212 — Industrial Safety in Welding - WLD 1224 — Introduction to Arc Welding - WLD 1302 — Metallurgy - WLD 1405 — Position Welding - WLD 1503 — Gas Metal Arc (MIG) Welding - WLD 1603 — Gas Tungsten Arc (TIG) Welding - WLD 1702 — Weldment Testing - WLD 1804 — Certification Welding I Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/ozark/programs/welding/welding-technology-tc/ --- # Accelerated Bachelor to Master Program **Degree** Eligible undergraduate students may enroll in approved graduate-level coursework through the Accelerated Bachelor's to Master's (AB2M) Program, allowing up to 15 graduate credit hours (up to 6 hours a semester) to apply toward both the bachelor's and a subsequent graduate degree, subject to academic standards and program approval. Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/ba-ma/ --- # Art Minor The minor program provides an opportunity to investigate a range of content and studio experiences. Students who wish to take advanced level coursework in any studio area must meet prerequisites. ## Courses - ART 1303 — Introduction to Drawing - ART 1403 — Two-dimensional Design - ART 2103 — Art History I - ART 2113 — Art History II - ART 2123 — Experiencing Art Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/art/art-minor/ --- # Art for Teacher Licensure The Bachelor of Art in Art Education degree is designed to prepare teacher candidates for teaching careers in grades K-12 Art Education. The program recognizes three essential components in the education of a prospective teacher: a strong general education, an in-depth knowledge of the Art field and the developmental characteristics and diversity of K-12 student learners. ## Courses - ART 1303 — Introduction to Drawing - ART 1403 — Two-dimensional Design - ART 1503 — Introduction to Graphic Design - ART 2103 — Art History I - ART 2113 — Art History II - ART 2123 — Experiencing Art - ART 2303 — Figure Drawing - ART 2403 — Color Design - ART 2413 — Three-dimensional Design - ART 3001 — Sophomore Review - ART 3003 — Concepts in Art Education - ART 3013 — Art Education Practicum - ART 3073 — Introduction to Sculpture - ART 3113 — Art History, American - ART 3143 — Art History, Asia & Pacific - ART 3153 — History of Digital Art - ART 3403 — Introduction to Opaque Painting - ART 3533 — Watercolor Painting - ART 3603 — Introduction to Ceramics - ART 3803 — Introduction to Printmaking - ART 4113 — Art History, Art After 1945 - ART 4723 — Art History Seminar - ART 4823 — Art Criticism and Aesthetics - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - EDMD 2013 — Integrating Instructional Technology - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - SEED 2003 — Education as a Profession - SEED 2113 — Human Development and Learning Theories - SEED 4503 — Seminar in Secondary Education - SEED 4553 — Classroom Application of Educational Psychology - SEED 4809 — Residency B - SPED 4052 — Educating Diverse and Exceptional Learners - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/art/art-teacher-licensure/ --- # Fine Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts **Degree** The Bachelor of Fine Art-Art is housed within the College of Arts and Humanities. This program is committed to providing a core foundation in visual art concepts, skills and processes. We seek to challenge students to think critically and consider historical perspectives. This program provides the opportunity to develop and assess a composed portfolio of work within the student's area of specialization. The degree Fine Arts, concentrates on drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, and sculpture and other special art interests. BFA Art students often continue on to graduate school and receive… ## Courses - ART 1303 — Introduction to Drawing - ART 1403 — Two-dimensional Design - ART 2103 — Art History I - ART 2113 — Art History II - ART 2303 — Figure Drawing - ART 2403 — Color Design - ART 2413 — Three-dimensional Design - ART 3001 — Sophomore Review - ART 3073 — Introduction to Sculpture - ART 3113 — Art History, American - ART 3143 — Art History, Asia & Pacific - ART 3153 — History of Digital Art - ART 3303 — Drawing Studio I - ART 3403 — Introduction to Opaque Painting - ART 3533 — Watercolor Painting - ART 3603 — Introduction to Ceramics - ART 3803 — Introduction to Printmaking - ART 4113 — Art History, Art After 1945 - ART 4703 — Senior Project and Exhibition - ART 4723 — Art History Seminar - ART 4823 — Art Criticism and Aesthetics - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/art/fine-arts-bfa/ --- # Game & Interactive Media Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts **Degree** The Game and Interactive Media Design degree introduces students to the cutting edge of visual communication arts and the latest in the interactive digital technology sciences. The program prepares students for work in the video game and entertainment industries as well as a broad range of fields requiring skills in animation, simulation, programming, web design, editing, mobile application development, interactive environment construction, and story formation. ## Courses - ART 1303 — Introduction to Drawing - ART 1403 — Two-dimensional Design - ART 2103 — Art History I - ART 2113 — Art History II - ART 2213 — Digital Skills - ART 2403 — Color Design - ART 2413 — Three-dimensional Design - ART 3001 — Sophomore Review - ART 3073 — Introduction to Sculpture - ART 3153 — History of Digital Art - ART 3253 — Digital Illustration - ART 3303 — Drawing Studio I - ART 3833 — Animation Techniques - ART 4233 — Illustration Studio - COMM 3163 — Writing for Performance - COMS 1011 — Programming Foundations I Lab - COMS 1013 — Programming Foundations I - COMS 2203 — Programming Foundations II - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - ENGL 2043 — Introduction to Creative Writing - GAME 1003 — Intro to Game Development - GAME 2003 — Digital 3-D Foundations - GAME 3013 — Game Development I - GAME 3023 — Game Development II - GAME 4013 — Senior Game Project I - GAME 4023 — Senior Game Project II - GAME 4263 — 3D Modeling - GAME 4633 — 3D Animation - GAME 4803 — Game Design Theory - GAME 4901 — Professional Portfolio - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/art/game-interactive-media-design-bfa/ --- # Game & Interactive Media Design, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Game & Interactive Media Design prepares students for employment in interactive digital technology sciences, specifically, for work in the video game and entertainment industries, as well as a broad range of fields requiring skills in animation, simulation, programming, web design, editing, mobile application development, interactive environment construction, and story formation. This certificate of proficiency provides students with opportunities to complete class and real-world projects, and with with their knowledge of interactive media, students may colla… ## Courses - COMS 1011 — Programming Foundations I Lab - COMS 1013 — Programming Foundations I - GAME 1003 — Intro to Game Development - GAME 3013 — Game Development I - GAME 4803 — Game Design Theory Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/art/game-interactive-media-design-cp/ --- # Graphic Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts **Degree** The Graphic Design program enables a student to develop the skills and techniques required to engage in the various fields of advertising art. This program is committed to providing a core foundation in visual art concepts, skills and processes as well as art through technology and other media. We seek to challenge students to think critically and consider historical perspectives. This program provides the opportunity to develop and assess a composed portfolio of work within the student’s area of specialization. The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design is housed within the College of Arts… ## Courses - ART 1303 — Introduction to Drawing - ART 1403 — Two-dimensional Design - ART 1503 — Introduction to Graphic Design - ART 2103 — Art History I - ART 2113 — Art History II - ART 2213 — Digital Skills - ART 2403 — Color Design - ART 2413 — Three-dimensional Design - ART 3001 — Sophomore Review - ART 3113 — Art History, American - ART 3143 — Art History, Asia & Pacific - ART 3153 — History of Digital Art - ART 3203 — Typography and Layout - ART 3223 — Package Design - ART 3232 — Production Design - ART 3243 — Web Design - ART 3253 — Digital Illustration - ART 3303 — Drawing Studio I - ART 3803 — Introduction to Printmaking - ART 3833 — Animation Techniques - ART 4113 — Art History, Art After 1945 - ART 4231 — Graphic Design Exhibition - ART 4233 — Illustration Studio - ART 4243 — Professional Portfolio Preparation for Graphic Designers - ART 4723 — Art History Seminar - ART 4823 — Art Criticism and Aesthetics - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/art/graphic-design-bfa/ --- # Graphic Design, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** While the Certificate of Proficiency in Graphic Design can be a free-standing certificate, the principal intent for this certificate of proficiency is to be embedded in current art baccalaureate programs as a value-added piece to the student's resume. The twelve-hour certificate allows students to be employed within the field while they finish the baccalaureate degree or perhaps pursue post-graduate work wile earning and living. Students with degrees outside of art might also be interested in this value-added piece, such as programming, advertising and marketing, business management, and writ… ## Courses - ART 1403 — Two-dimensional Design - ART 1503 — Introduction to Graphic Design - ART 2213 — Digital Skills - ART 3203 — Typography and Layout Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/art/graphic-design-cp/ --- # Anthropology Minor Mission Statement: The Anthropology minor provides students with a comprehensive understanding of human societies and cultures, both past and present. Through the study of archaeology and cultural anthropology, students gain critical thinking skills and global perspectives. This interdisciplinary program encourages an appreciation for the complexity of human behavior and thought while fostering a deeper awareness of the cultural and social worlds that shape our lives. ## Courses - ANTH 1213 — Introduction to Anthropology - ANTH 2003 — Cultural Anthropology Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/behavioral-sciences/anthropology-minor/ --- # Criminal Justice, Associate of Science **Degree** The Associate of Science degree in Criminal Justice provides students with foundational knowledge and skills essential for careers in law enforcement and related fields. Our mission is to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system, emphasizing critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and practical application of knowledge in real-world scenarios. ## Courses - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/behavioral-sciences/criminal-justice-as/ --- # Criminal Justice & Criminology, Bachelor of Arts **Degree** The Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and Criminology is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system. It also establishes an understanding of criminological theories and the societal implications of crime. Our mission is to foster critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and research proficiency, empowering students to analyze the complexities of crime and justice in contemporary society. ## Courses - CJ 3023 — Judicial Process - CJ 3083 — Social Deviance - CJ 3103 — The Juvenile Justice System - CJ 3153 — Prison and Corrections - CJ 4023 — Law and the Legal System - CJ 4033 — Policing and Society - EAM 4033 — Emergency Management Research and Grants - EMHS 6063 — Principles of Emergency Management - EMHS 6093 — Principles of Homeland Security - EMHS 6103 — Research Design and Methods - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - GEOG 2833 — Introduction to Geographic Information Systems - POLS 2003 — American Government - POLS 2513 — Research Design - POLS 3023 — Judicial Process - SAA 6023 — Introduction to Student Affairs Administration - SAA 6033 — Student Development Theory - SAA 6043 — Today's College Students - SAA 6073 — Counseling Theories and Helping Skills - SOC 1003 — Introductory Sociology - SOC 3083 — Social Deviance - SOC 3103 — The Juvenile Justice System - SOC 3153 — Prison and Corrections - SOC 4003 — Communities and Societal Relations - SOC 4023 — Sociology of Gender - SOC 4033 — Policing and Society - SOC 4063 — Social Stratification - SPAN 1013 — Beginning Spanish I - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/behavioral-sciences/criminal-justice-ba/ --- # Criminal Justice Minor The criminal justice minor provides students with a foundational understanding of the criminal justice system and its various components, including law enforcement, corrections, and the courts. This program prepares students for careers in fields such as police work, probation, parole, and corrections, equipping them with essential knowledge and skills to navigate the complexities of crime and justice. The minor requires coursework in Introduction to Criminal Justice and Crime and Delinquency, which explore the structure of the criminal justice system and the causes and consequences of crimin… Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/behavioral-sciences/criminal-justice-minor/ --- # Psychology, Bachelor of Arts **Degree** The Psychology Undergraduate Program is dedicated to fostering a comprehensive understanding of human behavior, thought, and emotion through a scientific lens. Our mission is to cultivate critical thinking, research proficiency, and ethical decision-making, empowering students to explore the biological, psychological, social, and cultural factors that shape individual and collective experiences. ## Courses - ANTH 1213 — Introduction to Anthropology - ANTH 2003 — Cultural Anthropology - CNSL 5003 — Medical and Psychosocial Aspects of Disability - CNSL 5223 — Ethics and Professional Development - CNSL 5233 — Social and Cultural Counseling - CNSL 5253 — Psychopathology - EMHS 6063 — Principles of Emergency Management - EMHS 6093 — Principles of Homeland Security - EMHS 6103 — Research Design and Methods - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - OL 5043 — Ethical Decision-Making and Development - OL 5143 — Nonprofit Organizations - OL 5343 — Community Development - OL 5643 — Organizational Culture - OL 6043 — Leadership in Organizational Change - OL 6143 — Performance Coaching and Leadership Development - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - PSY 3003 — Abnormal Psychology - PSY 3053 — Behavioral Neuroscience - PSY 3063 — Developmental Psychology: Childhood - PSY 3073 — Psychology of Learning - PSY 3123 — Evolutionary Psychology - PSY 3153 — Personality Psychology - PSY 3183 — Development Psychology: Adolescence - PSY 3191 — Careers in Psychology - PSY 4003 — Capstone: Advanced Research Method and Lab for Psychology - PSY 4043 — Social Psychology - PSY 4053 — Sensation and Perception - PSY 4073 — Cognitive Psychology - PSY 4103 — Capstone: Advanced Psychological Science - PSY 4203 — Capstone: Psychology in the Community - SAA 6023 — Introduction to Student Affairs Administration - SAA 6033 — Student Development Theory - SAA 6043 — Today's College Students - SAA 6073 — Counseling Theories and Helping Skills - SAA 6113 — Research Design and Analysis - SOC 1003 — Introductory Sociology - SOC 4043 — Social Psychology - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/behavioral-sciences/psychology-ba/ --- # Psychology Minor The Psychology Minor provides students with an understanding of human behavior, mental processes, and the factors influencing them. By emphasizing critical thinking, psychological research results and practical applications, the program equips students to analyze psychological concepts and integrate them into their primary field of study. This minor complements a wide range of majors, including but not limited to, Sociology, Anthropology and Geography, Business, Education, Health Sciences, Communication, Criminal Justice, and Biology, offering students the opportunity to enhance their interdi… ## Courses - PSY 2003 — General Psychology Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/behavioral-sciences/psychology-minor/ --- # Sociology, Bachelor of Arts **Degree** The undergraduate Sociology program at Arkansas Tech University (ATU) offers students a rigorous, science-driven approach to understanding human society, behavior, and the complex structures that shape our world. Through the lens of sociology, students explore the scientific study of social dynamics, cultural practices, and institutional forces that govern individuals and groups. The curriculum emphasizes empirical research, data analysis, and evidence-based theories to better understand social patterns, behaviors, and systems. By honing critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills… ## Courses - ANTH 1213 — Introduction to Anthropology - ANTH 2003 — Cultural Anthropology - EMHS 6063 — Principles of Emergency Management - EMHS 6093 — Principles of Homeland Security - EMHS 6103 — Research Design and Methods - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - OL 5043 — Ethical Decision-Making and Development - OL 5143 — Nonprofit Organizations - OL 5343 — Community Development - OL 5643 — Organizational Culture - OL 6043 — Leadership in Organizational Change - OL 6143 — Performance Coaching and Leadership Development - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - RS 2003 — Introduction to Rehabilitation Science - SAA 6023 — Introduction to Student Affairs Administration - SAA 6033 — Student Development Theory - SAA 6043 — Today's College Students - SAA 6073 — Counseling Theories and Helping Skills - SOC 1003 — Introductory Sociology - SOC 2073 — Survey of Sociological Theories - SOC 3141 — Careers in Sociology - SOC 3143 — Qualitative Research Methods - SOC 3163 — Introduction to Social Research - SOC 4283 — Sociology Capstone - SOC 4973 — Internship - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/behavioral-sciences/sociology-ba/ --- # Sociology Minor The Sociology Minor provides students with a comprehensive understanding of human society, social behavior, and the complex relationships between individuals, communities, and institutions. Through critical analysis, research, and engagement, the program equips students with the tools to better understand societal structures, and social change. This minor fosters the development of analytical thinking, cultural awareness, and ethical reasoning, while preparing students to navigate and contribute meaningfully to the globalized world. Complementary majors for a sociology minor include: Psycholo… ## Courses - SOC 1003 — Introductory Sociology Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/behavioral-sciences/sociology-minor/ --- # Broadcast Journalism, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Broadcast Journalism provides students with the opportunity to earn, within the first four semesters of study, a certificate acknowledging their instruction in broadcast journalism. This stackable education sequence enhances a student's employment opportunity and augments any degree program with which it is paired. ## Courses - JOUR 2253 — Basic Video Production - JOUR 3183 — Digital News Writing - JOUR 3193 — Multimedia Storytelling - JOUR 4133 — Advanced News Production Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/communication-media-studies/broadcast-journalism-cp/ --- # Communication, Bachelor of Arts **Degree** Students who choose to seek the Bachelor of Arts in Communication gain a broad understanding of the field, with possible coursework in the following areas: ## Courses - COMM 1003 — Introduction to Communication - COMM 1023 — Exploration of Media and Communication - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 3003 — Interpersonal Communication - COMM 3123 — Argumentation - COMM 3133 — Digital Civility - COMM 3513 — Media Criticism - COMM 4823 — Communication Capstone - EMHS 6063 — Principles of Emergency Management - EMHS 6153 — Disaster Films and Media - EMHS 6203 — Crisis Communications - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - JOUR 1023 — Exploration of Media and Communication - OL 5043 — Ethical Decision-Making and Development - OL 5143 — Nonprofit Organizations - OL 5343 — Community Development - OL 5643 — Organizational Culture - OL 6003 — Foundations of Adult Learning and Organizational Development - OL 6043 — Leadership in Organizational Change - OL 6143 — Performance Coaching and Leadership Development - SAA 6013 — College Athletes - SAA 6033 — Student Development Theory - SAA 6043 — Today's College Students - SAA 6053 — Legal Issues in Higher Education - SAA 6073 — Counseling Theories and Helping Skills - SAA 6113 — Research Design and Analysis - SAA 6123 — Assessment and Evaluation in Higher Education - SAA 6143 — Administration in Higher Education and Student Affairs - SAA 6163 — Academic Advising - SAA 6173 — Career Advising - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/communication-media-studies/communication-ba/ --- # Communication - Theatre and Film Production Option, Bachelor of Arts **Degree** The Bachelor of Arts in Communication with a Theatre and Film Production Option prepares students for a variety of careers including professional theatre, educational theatre, film, or other performance-related careers. ## Courses - COMM 1023 — Exploration of Media and Communication - COMM 3163 — Writing for Performance - COMM 4823 — Communication Capstone - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - JOUR 1023 — Exploration of Media and Communication - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University - TH 2703 — Acting Theories and Techniques - TH 3263 — Narrative Film Production - TH 3513 — Stagecraft Techniques - TH 3803 — Directing Theories and Techniques Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/communication-media-studies/communication-theatre-film-production-ba/ --- # Digital Content Creation, Bachelor of Arts **Degree** The Digital Content Creation degree prepares students to work in the fast-changing world of media production. Many of tomorrow's desirable jobs will be in social media. This program comes from a creator perspective and gives students experience with film-making, public relations, social media, and communication ethics. Students will leave with the ability to coordinate and create content for social media efforts---either their own or for employers. ## Courses - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2013 — Voice and Diction - COMM 3003 — Interpersonal Communication - COMM 3063 — Oral Interpretation - COMM 3133 — Digital Civility - COMM 3163 — Writing for Performance - COMM 3263 — Podcast/Radio Theatre Writing - DCC 1821 — Digital Content Creation Practicum - DCC 3821 — Digital Content Creation Practicum - DCC 4821 — Digital Content Creation Practicum - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - JOUR 2143 — Media Writing - JOUR 3173 — Public Relations Principles - JOUR 4023 — Social Media - JOUR 4073 — Graphic Communication - MKT 3063 — Social Media Marketing - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University - TH 2703 — Acting Theories and Techniques - TH 3263 — Narrative Film Production - TH 3803 — Directing Theories and Techniques - TH 4563 — Sound Design for Moving Image Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/communication-media-studies/digital-content-creation-ba/ --- # Digital Content Creation, Certificate in Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Digital Content Creation prepares students to work in the fast-changing world of media. The four-course certificate emphasizes the performance, marketing, and technological skills necessary for content creators. ## Courses - JOUR 4023 — Social Media - TH 3263 — Narrative Film Production Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/communication-media-studies/digital-content-creation-cp/ --- # Journalism, Bachelor of Arts **Degree** The Bachelor of Arts in Journalism prepares students for careers in media-related fields such as broadcast, journalism, print journalism, and public relations. ## Courses - ART 1163 — Basic Digital Photography - COMM 1023 — Exploration of Media and Communication - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - JOUR 1023 — Exploration of Media and Communication - JOUR 1163 — Basic Digital Photography - JOUR 1411 — Print Practicum - JOUR 1421 — Print Practicum - JOUR 1811 — Broadcast Practicum - JOUR 1821 — Broadcast Practicum - JOUR 1911 — Multimedia Practicum - JOUR 1921 — Multimedia Practicum - JOUR 2133 — Introduction to Mass Communication - JOUR 2143 — Media Writing - JOUR 2163 — Introduction to Multimedia - JOUR 2263 — Media and Society - JOUR 2411 — Print Practicum - JOUR 2421 — Print Practicum - JOUR 2811 — Broadcast Practicum - JOUR 2821 — Broadcast Practicum - JOUR 2911 — Multimedia Practicum - JOUR 2921 — Multimedia Practicum - JOUR 3133 — Media Management Principles - JOUR 3411 — Print Practicum - JOUR 3421 — Print Practicum - JOUR 3811 — Broadcast Practicum - JOUR 3821 — Broadcast Practicum - JOUR 3911 — Multimedia Practicum - JOUR 3921 — Multimedia Practicum - JOUR 4043 — Journalism Ethics - JOUR 4123 — Laws of Communication - JOUR 4411 — Print Practicum - JOUR 4421 — Print Practicum - JOUR 4811 — Broadcast Practicum - JOUR 4821 — Broadcast Practicum - JOUR 4823 — Journalism Capstone - JOUR 4911 — Multimedia Practicum - JOUR 4921 — Multimedia Practicum - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/communication-media-studies/journalism-ba/ --- # Journalism Minor The minor in journalism is designed for students with any major who wish to better understand the role of media in a free society, and/or who anticipate dealing with media outlets in their future careers. ## Courses - JOUR 2133 — Introduction to Mass Communication - JOUR 2143 — Media Writing - JOUR 2253 — Basic Video Production - JOUR 2263 — Media and Society - JOUR 3143 — News Reporting - JOUR 3153 — Feature Writing - JOUR 3173 — Public Relations Principles - JOUR 3183 — Digital News Writing - JOUR 3193 — Multimedia Storytelling - JOUR 3273 — Public Relations Writing - JOUR 4073 — Graphic Communication - JOUR 4133 — Advanced News Production - JOUR 4143 — Advanced Reporting - JOUR 4173 — Public Relations Project Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/communication-media-studies/journalism-minor/ --- # News Writing, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** ## Courses - JOUR 3143 — News Reporting - JOUR 3153 — Feature Writing - JOUR 3714 — Copy Editing - JOUR 4143 — Advanced Reporting Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/communication-media-studies/news-writing-cp/ --- # Public Relations, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Public Relations Journalism provides students with the opportunity to earn within the first four semesters of study, a certificate acknowledging their instruction in broadcast journalism. This stackable education sequence enhances a student's employment opportunity and augments any degree program with which it is paired. ## Courses - JOUR 3173 — Public Relations Principles - JOUR 3273 — Public Relations Writing - JOUR 4073 — Graphic Communication - JOUR 4173 — Public Relations Project Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/communication-media-studies/public-relations-cp/ --- # Social Media Minor The minor in social media will provide students outside of the Department of Communication and Media Studies the opportunity to gain general and practical knowledge and skills that will be beneficial to them and expand their career options into media fields. ## Courses - JOUR 2163 — Introduction to Multimedia - JOUR 2253 — Basic Video Production - JOUR 4023 — Social Media - JOUR 4563 — Sound Design for Moving Image - MKT 3063 — Social Media Marketing - MKT 3163 — Consumer Behavior - PSY 2023 — Consumer Psychology Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/communication-media-studies/social-media-minor/ --- # Communication Minor The minor in communication is designed for students with any major who recognize the need for communication skills in order to achieve their career goals. ## Courses - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 3123 — Argumentation Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/communication-media-studies/speech-communication-minor/ --- # Sports Media, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** Students will learn the fundamentals of sports communication, including writing and video production. ## Courses - COMM 4043 — Sports Communication - JOUR 1411 — Print Practicum - JOUR 1421 — Print Practicum - JOUR 1811 — Broadcast Practicum - JOUR 1821 — Broadcast Practicum - JOUR 1911 — Multimedia Practicum - JOUR 1921 — Multimedia Practicum - JOUR 2411 — Print Practicum - JOUR 2421 — Print Practicum - JOUR 2511 — Sports Media Practicum - JOUR 2521 — Sports Media Practicum - JOUR 2811 — Broadcast Practicum - JOUR 2821 — Broadcast Practicum - JOUR 2911 — Multimedia Practicum - JOUR 2921 — Multimedia Practicum - JOUR 3283 — Digital Media Production - JOUR 3411 — Print Practicum - JOUR 3421 — Print Practicum - JOUR 3583 — Sports Reporting - JOUR 3811 — Broadcast Practicum - JOUR 3821 — Broadcast Practicum - JOUR 3911 — Multimedia Practicum - JOUR 3921 — Multimedia Practicum - JOUR 4411 — Print Practicum - JOUR 4421 — Print Practicum - JOUR 4811 — Broadcast Practicum - JOUR 4821 — Broadcast Practicum - JOUR 4911 — Multimedia Practicum - JOUR 4921 — Multimedia Practicum Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/communication-media-studies/sports-media-cp/ --- # Technical and Professional Communications, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The certificate of proficiency in Technical and Professional Communication will strengthen students' oral and written communication skills, prepare them for the communication requirements they will face in the workplace and increase their understanding of communication theory. ## Courses - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - COMM 3003 — Interpersonal Communication - COMM 3013 — Intercultural Communication - COMM 3033 — Interviewing Principles and Practices - COMM 3073 — Group Communication - COMM 4063 — Organizational Communication - COMS 2003 — Microcomputer Applications - ENGL 2053 — Technical Writing - ENGL 3013 — Systems of Grammar - ENGL 4053 — Seminar in Technical Communication Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/communication-media-studies/technical-professional-communications-cp/ --- # Theatre Minor The minor in theatre is designed for students with any major who wish to acquire a better knowledge and understanding of the theatrical arts in order to enrich cultural experiences in their life. ## Courses - COMM 2013 — Voice and Diction - COMM 3063 — Oral Interpretation - COMM 3163 — Writing for Performance - TH 2703 — Acting Theories and Techniques Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/communication-media-studies/theatre-minor/ --- # Creative Writing, Bachelor of Fine Arts **Degree** The program in creative writing seeks to help students develop their creative potential, especially in writing; explore the practical aspects of publishing and getting published; learn a respect for and an understanding of language; appreciate and profit from a study of our common literary heritage; increase their awareness of and empathy for various peoples and cultures; discover the relevance of ideas and values found in their reading; and learn to think critically and evaluate wisely. ## Courses - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - ENGL 2003 — Introduction to World Literature - ENGL 2013 — Introduction to American Literature - ENGL 2043 — Introduction to Creative Writing - ENGL 2063 — Introduction to Literary Studies - ENGL 2173 — Introduction to Film - ENGL 2881 — Practicum-Literary Journal Publication - ENGL 3043 — Literary Editing and Publishing - ENGL 3073 — Creative Nonfiction Workshop - ENGL 3083 — Fiction Workshop - ENGL 3093 — Poetry Workshop - ENGL 3313 — American Literature to 1900 - ENGL 3323 — Modern American Literature - ENGL 3413 — British Literature to 1800 - ENGL 3423 — British Literature since 1800 - ENGL 4093 — Seminar in Creative Writing - ENGL 4813 — Senior Project in Creative Writing - ENGL 4881 — Practicum-Editing Literary Journal - ENGL 4882 — Practicum-Editing Literary Journal - ENGL 4883 — Practicum-Editing Literary Journal - ENGL 4884 — Practicum-Editing Literary Journal - ENGL 5023 — Second Language Acquisition - ENGL 5083 — Seminar: English Language - ENGL 5093 — Seminar in Creative Writing - ENGL 5103 — Literary Theory - ENGL 5173 — Seminar in Film Studies - ENGL 5213 — American Folklore - ENGL 5283 — Seminar: World Literature - ENGL 5383 — Seminar: American Literature - ENGL 5483 — Seminar: British Literature - ENGL 5683 — Seminar in Gender Studies - ENGL 5703 — Teaching English as a Second Language - ENGL 5713 — ESL Assessment - ENGL 5723 — Teaching People of Other Cultures - JOUR 2173 — Introduction to Film - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/english-world-languages/creative-writing-bfa/ --- # Creative Writing Minor The minor in creative writing provides students who cannot complete a full major with an opportunity to explore their interests in writing fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction. ## Courses - ENGL 2043 — Introduction to Creative Writing - ENGL 2063 — Introduction to Literary Studies - ENGL 2881 — Practicum-Literary Journal Publication - ENGL 3043 — Literary Editing and Publishing - ENGL 3073 — Creative Nonfiction Workshop - ENGL 3083 — Fiction Workshop - ENGL 3093 — Poetry Workshop - ENGL 4093 — Seminar in Creative Writing - ENGL 4881 — Practicum-Editing Literary Journal Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/english-world-languages/creative-writing-minor/ --- # English, Bachelor of Arts **Degree** The program in English seeks to help students express themselves effectively, especially in writing; develop a respect for and an understanding of language; appreciate and profit from a study of our common literary heritage; increase their awareness of and empathy for various peoples and cultures; discover the relevance of ideas and values found in their reading; and learn to think critically and evaluate wisely. ## Courses - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - ENGL 2003 — Introduction to World Literature - ENGL 2013 — Introduction to American Literature - ENGL 2063 — Introduction to Literary Studies - ENGL 2173 — Introduction to Film - ENGL 2881 — Practicum-Literary Journal Publication - ENGL 3013 — Systems of Grammar - ENGL 3023 — Introduction to Linguistics - ENGL 3313 — American Literature to 1900 - ENGL 3323 — Modern American Literature - ENGL 3413 — British Literature to 1800 - ENGL 3423 — British Literature since 1800 - ENGL 4013 — History of the English Language - ENGL 4103 — Literary Theory - ENGL 4881 — Practicum-Editing Literary Journal - ENGL 4882 — Practicum-Editing Literary Journal - ENGL 4883 — Practicum-Editing Literary Journal - ENGL 4884 — Practicum-Editing Literary Journal - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/english-world-languages/english-ba/ --- # English Education for Teacher Licensure For teacher licensure, students must achieve the minimum score on the Praxis II Specialty Area and Principles of Learning and Teaching Tests as determined by the Arkansas Department of Education. For further requirements see Admission and Retention to Teacher Education and also the Criteria for Internships located on the College of Education home page. ## Courses - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - EDMD 2013 — Integrating Instructional Technology - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - ENGL 2003 — Introduction to World Literature - ENGL 2013 — Introduction to American Literature - ENGL 2063 — Introduction to Literary Studies - ENGL 2173 — Introduction to Film - ENGL 2881 — Practicum-Literary Journal Publication - ENGL 3013 — Systems of Grammar - ENGL 3023 — Introduction to Linguistics - ENGL 3313 — American Literature to 1900 - ENGL 3323 — Modern American Literature - ENGL 3413 — British Literature to 1800 - ENGL 3423 — British Literature since 1800 - ENGL 4013 — History of the English Language - ENGL 4733 — Teaching English in the Secondary School - ENGL 4881 — Practicum-Editing Literary Journal - ENGL 5023 — Second Language Acquisition - ENGL 5083 — Seminar: English Language - ENGL 5703 — Teaching English as a Second Language - ENGL 5713 — ESL Assessment - ENGL 5723 — Teaching People of Other Cultures - JOUR 2173 — Introduction to Film - SEED 2003 — Education as a Profession - SEED 2113 — Human Development and Learning Theories - SEED 4503 — Seminar in Secondary Education - SEED 4553 — Classroom Application of Educational Psychology - SEED 4909 — Residency B - SPED 4052 — Educating Diverse and Exceptional Learners - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University - TESL 5023 — Second Language Acquisition - TESL 5703 — Teaching English as a Second Language - TESL 5713 — ESL Assessment - TESL 5723 — Teaching People of Other Cultures Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/english-world-languages/english-education-teacher-licensure/ --- # English Minor The English minor is an excellent complement to any major, allowing students to choose from a wide selection of courses in literature, advanced writing, and linguistics. ## Courses - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/english-world-languages/english-minor/ --- # Film Studies Minor Arkansas Tech’s Film Studies minor allows students to explore major genres, eras, techniques, people, and theories that have shaped the development of American and world cinema as well as television. Students also have the option of taking a seminar in screenwriting. ## Courses - ENGL 3173 — Studies in Film - ENGL 3183 — Studies in Television - ENGL 4093 — Seminar in Creative Writing - ENGL 4173 — Seminar in Film Studies Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/english-world-languages/film-studies-minor/ --- # German Minor The minor in German is designed for students who want to develop some foreign language proficiency for employment or other purposes, want to obtain some basic foreign language competencies, want to study abroad, and become familiar with the culture of the target language. ## Courses - GER 1013 — Beginning German I - GER 1023 — Beginning German II - GER 2013 — Intermediate German I - GER 2023 — Intermediate German II - GER 3003 — Conversation and Composition I - GER 3013 — Conversation and Composition II - GER 3113 — Culture and Civilization Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/english-world-languages/german-minor/ --- # Japanese Minor The minor in Japanese is designed for students who want to develop some foreign language proficiency for employment or other purposes, want to obtain some basic foreign language competencies, want to study abroad, and become familiar with the culture of the target language. ## Courses - JPN 1013 — Beginning Japanese I - JPN 1023 — Beginning Japanese II - JPN 2013 — Intermediate Japanese I - JPN 2023 — Intermediate Japanese II - JPN 3003 — Conversation and Composition I - JPN 3013 — Conversation and Composition II - JPN 3113 — Culture and Civilization Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/english-world-languages/japanese-minor/ --- # Spanish Health & Social Services Translation, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** This online certificate makes it easier than ever to gain valuable Spanish skills for healthcare. The courses include real cultural perspectives from Spanish-speaking communities, helping learners communicate more effectively in both physical and mental health settings. This flexible, career-focused program helps close the gap between Spanish-speaking patients and the care they need. ## Courses - SPAN 2303 — Spanish for Health and Social Services Translation I - SPAN 2313 — Spanish for Health and Social Services Translation II - SPAN 3383 — Principles of Interpretation Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/english-world-languages/spanish-health-and-social-services-translation-cp/ --- # Spanish Minor The minor in Spanish is designed for students who want to develop some foreign language proficiency for employment or other purposes, want to obtain some basic foreign language competencies, want to study abroad, and become familiar with the culture of the target language. ## Courses - SPAN 1013 — Beginning Spanish I - SPAN 1023 — Beginning Spanish II - SPAN 2013 — Intermediate Spanish I - SPAN 2023 — Intermediate Spanish II - SPAN 2033 — Intermediate Spanish II for Heritage Speakers - SPAN 3003 — Conversation and Composition I - SPAN 3013 — Conversation and Composition II - SPAN 3113 — Business Spanish - SPAN 3173 — Hispanic Civilizations and Cultures Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/english-world-languages/spanish-minor/ --- # Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The certificate of proficiency in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages will provide a structured program for students who plan to teach English to speakers of other languages in the United States or overseas. ## Courses - ENGL 4023 — Second Language Acquisition - ENGL 4703 — Teaching English as a Second Language - ENGL 4713 — ESL Assessment - ENGL 4723 — Teaching People of Other Cultures Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/english-world-languages/tesol-cp/ --- # Anthropology and Geography, Bachelor of Arts **Degree** The combined Anthropology and Geography program seeks to provide students with an interdisciplinary understanding of human societies and the environments they inhabit. By integrating the study of human cultures, behaviors, and histories with the physical and spatial dimensions of geography, we aim to foster a holistic perspective on the complexities of human interaction with the natural world. Our program emphasizes critical thinking, research skills, and a commitment to sustainability, preparing students to address contemporary global challenges such as climate change, migration, urbanizatio… ## Courses - ANTH 1213 — Introduction to Anthropology - ANTH 2003 — Cultural Anthropology - ANTH 2833 — Cultural Resource Management - ANTH 3403 — Ethnographic Methods - ANTH 4983 — Seminar in Anthropology - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - GEOG 2013 — Regional Geography of the World - GEOG 2833 — Introduction to Geographic Information Systems - GEOG 3403 — GIS II - Planning Applications - GEOG 4983 — Geography Seminar: - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/history-political-science/anthropology-geography-ba/ --- # General Education, Associate of Arts **Degree** The associate of arts degree offers students the background, knowledge, and academic preparation necessary to pursue career opportunities not requiring the traditional four-year degree while providing the foundation for continued study toward a bachelor’s degree. Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/history-political-science/general-education-aa/ --- # Geography Minor The minor in geography is designed to allow students who have successfully completed eighteen or more hours in geography the opportunity to have their transcripts noted with a statement certifying such accomplishment. ## Courses - GEOG 2013 — Regional Geography of the World - GEOG 2023 — Human Geography - GEOG 4993 — Special Problems in Geography Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/history-political-science/geography-minor/ --- # History, Bachelor of Arts **Degree** In addition to history-specific coursework, this program requires interdisciplinary studies in the areas of economics, political science, geography, communication and behavioral sciences. This program is designated as a recommended option for those pre-law students intending to apply for law school after completion of their undergraduate degree. The degree also prepares students for many different careers in the public and private sector. ## Courses - ANTH 2003 — Cultural Anthropology - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - GEOG 2013 — Regional Geography of the World - HIST 1503 — World History to 1500 - HIST 1513 — World History since 1500 - HIST 2003 — United States History to 1877 - HIST 2013 — United States History since 1877 - HIST 2203 — Introduction to Public History - HIST 2513 — Sources and Methods in History - HIST 4153 — History of Arkansas - HIST 4963 — Senior Seminar - PHIL 2003 — Introduction to Philosophy - PHIL 2043 — Honors Introduction to Philosophy - PHIL 2053 — Introduction to Critical Thinking - POLS 2003 — American Government - SOC 1003 — Introductory Sociology - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/history-political-science/history-ba/ --- # History Minor The minor in history is designed for those students majoring in other disciplines who wish to increase the breadth and depth of their knowledge of the human past. This minor is particularly well suited for students who are interested in criminal justice, international studies, and foreign languages. The discipline of history satisfies our shared desire to know more about ourselves, and students can tailor the curriculum of the minor to meet their specific interests. Students must have a minimum of 2.00 grade point average in history courses to be eligible for a history minor. ## Courses - HIST 1503 — World History to 1500 - HIST 1513 — World History since 1500 - HIST 2003 — United States History to 1877 - HIST 2013 — United States History since 1877 Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/history-political-science/history-minor/ --- # Military Science Minor The minor in military science is awarded to students who complete the Reserve Officer's Training Corps (ROTC) Program at Arkansas Tech University. The objective of the program is to provide a basic military education and, in conjunction with the goals of the University, to develop individual attributes essential to an Army officer. Instruction covers military fundamentals common to all branches of the military service. Students must have a minimum of a 2.00 grade point average in the required 21 hours to be eligible for a military science minor. ## Courses - HIST 4013 — American Military History - MS 1101 — Leadership I - MS 1111 — Leadership II - MS 2312 — Military Organization/Tactics I - MS 2402 — Military Organization/Tactics II - MS 3503 — Advanced Leadership and Tactics I - MS 3603 — Advanced Leadership and Tactics II - MS 4013 — United States Military History - MS 4703 — Applied Leadership and Management I - MS 4803 — Applied Leadership and Management II Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/history-political-science/military-science-minor/ --- # Philosophy Minor The minor in philosophy is designed for those students who wish to broaden their study of the nature of knowledge. This minor is particularly well suited for students who wish to prepare for graduate work or law school. In addition to the academic benefits, the study of philosophy can make an important contribution to the well-lived life. Students can tailor the curriculum of the minor to meet their specific interests. Students must have a minimum 2.00 grade point average in their philosophy courses to be eligible for a philosophy minor. ## Courses - PHIL 2003 — Introduction to Philosophy - PHIL 2013 — Religions of the World - PHIL 2043 — Honors Introduction to Philosophy - PHIL 2053 — Introduction to Critical Thinking - PHIL 2253 — Survey of Western Political Thought - PHIL 3053 — Philosophy of Religion - PHIL 3063 — Modern Political Thought - PHIL 3073 — Philosophy of Law - PHIL 3103 — Logic - PHIL 3253 — Classical Political Thought - PHIL 4233 — American Political Thought - PHIL 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Philosophy - PHIL 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Philosophy - PHIL 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Philosophy - PHIL 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Philosophy - PHIL 4991 — Special Problems In Philosophy - PHIL 4992 — Special Problems In Philosophy - PHIL 4993 — Special Problems In Philosophy - PHIL 4994 — Special Problems In Philosophy Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/history-political-science/philosophy-minor/ --- # Political Science, Bachelor of Arts **Degree** In addition to Political Science coursework, this major requires interdisciplinary studies in the areas of Sociology, Geography, Psychology, and Economics through course electives. This program is designated as a recommended option for those Pre-Law students intending to apply for law school after completion of their undergraduate degree. ## Courses - ECON 2003 — Principles of Macroeconomics - EMHS 6063 — Principles of Emergency Management - EMHS 6093 — Principles of Homeland Security - EMHS 6103 — Research Design and Methods - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - GEOG 2013 — Regional Geography of the World - HIST 1503 — World History to 1500 - HIST 1513 — World History since 1500 - HIST 1543 — Honors World History to 1500 - HIST 2003 — United States History to 1877 - HIST 2013 — United States History since 1877 - PHIL 2003 — Introduction to Philosophy - PHIL 2043 — Honors Introduction to Philosophy - PHIL 2053 — Introduction to Critical Thinking - POLS 2003 — American Government - POLS 2253 — Survey of Western Political Thought - POLS 2403 — Comparative Government - POLS 2413 — World Politics - POLS 2513 — Research Design - POLS 3013 — United States Foreign Policy - POLS 3023 — Judicial Process - POLS 3033 — American State and Local Government - POLS 3043 — Judicial Politics - POLS 3053 — Introduction to Public Administration - POLS 3063 — Modern Political Thought - POLS 3083 — Political Parties and Interest Groups - POLS 3123 — American Political Behavior - POLS 3133 — United States Congress - POLS 3143 — The United States Presidency - POLS 3253 — Classical Political Thought - POLS 3423 — Problems in International Affairs - POLS 3433 — United Nations - POLS 3473 — American National Security - POLS 4043 — American Constitutional Law - POLS 4963 — Senior Seminar - POLS 4973 — Internship - POLS 4976 — Internship - POLS 4983 — Political Science Seminar - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - SOC 1003 — Introductory Sociology - SOC 2053 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences - STAT 3153 — Applied Statistics - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/history-political-science/political-science-ba/ --- # Political Science Minor The minor in political science is designed for anyone interested in politics, law, and government and is particularly well suited for students who are interested in criminal justice, international studies, journalism, business, and emergency management. Students can tailor the curriculum of the minor along either a national or international focus. Students must have a minimum 2.00 grade point average in their political science courses to be eligible for a political science minor. ## Courses - POLS 2253 — Survey of Western Political Thought - POLS 2403 — Comparative Government - POLS 2413 — World Politics - POLS 2513 — Research Design - POLS 3123 — American Political Behavior - POLS 3133 — United States Congress - POLS 3143 — The United States Presidency Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/history-political-science/political-science-minor/ --- # Pre-Law Minor Come join one of the most active and successful pre-law programs in Arkansas. ## Courses - BLAW 2033 — Legal Environment of Business - CJ 4023 — Law and the Legal System - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - ENGL 2043 — Introduction to Creative Writing - ENGL 2053 — Technical Writing - HIST 3023 — The Era of the American Revolution - MGMT 3123 — Business Ethics - PHIL 2053 — Introduction to Critical Thinking - PHIL 3073 — Philosophy of Law - PHIL 3103 — Logic - POLS 3043 — Judicial Politics - POLS 4033 — Principles of Legal Study - POLS 4043 — American Constitutional Law Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/history-political-science/pre-law-minor/ --- # Pre-Law, Pre-Professional Program Come join one of the most active and successful pre-law programs in Arkansas. ## Courses - BLAW 2033 — Legal Environment of Business - CJ 4023 — Law and the Legal System - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 4153 — Persuasive Theory and Audience Analysis - ENGL 3043 — Literary Editing and Publishing - JOUR 4123 — Laws of Communication - PHIL 2053 — Introduction to Critical Thinking - PHIL 3073 — Philosophy of Law - PHIL 3103 — Logic - POLS 2003 — American Government - POLS 4043 — American Constitutional Law - PSY 2003 — General Psychology Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/history-political-science/pre-law-professional-program/ --- # Religious Studies Minor The minor in religious studies is designed to provide students with the opportunity to learn about religion in cross-cultural and historical perspectives. The required courses are designed to provide a comparative perspective on world religions and to develop an appreciation of both the origins and contemporary expressions of different religions. This minor is particularly well suited for students in the humanities and social sciences as well as students in other disciplines who want to deepen their understanding of the role of religion in contemporary life. ## Courses - ANTH 2003 — Cultural Anthropology - HIST 1503 — World History to 1500 - HIST 4503 — History of Christianity - PHIL 2013 — Religions of the World - PHIL 3053 — Philosophy of Religion - SOC 4073 — Sociology of Religion Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/history-political-science/religious-studies-minor/ --- # Social Studies Education for Teacher Licensure This program combines a traditional history degree with all the necessary education courses to allow students to finish in four years. For licensure, students must achieve the minimum score on the Praxis II Specialty Area and Principles of Learning and Teaching Tests as determined by the Arkansas Department of Education. For further requirements see Admission and Retention to Teacher Education and also the Criteria for Internships located on the College of Education home page. ## Courses - ANTH 2003 — Cultural Anthropology - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - ECON 2003 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ECON 2013 — Principles of Microeconomics - EDMD 2013 — Integrating Instructional Technology - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - GEOG 2013 — Regional Geography of the World - HIST 1503 — World History to 1500 - HIST 1513 — World History since 1500 - HIST 2003 — United States History to 1877 - HIST 2013 — United States History since 1877 - HIST 2513 — Sources and Methods in History - HIST 4153 — History of Arkansas - HIST 4714 — Social Studies Methods for Secondary Teachers - HIST 4963 — Senior Seminar - POLS 2003 — American Government - POLS 2513 — Research Design - POLS 3033 — American State and Local Government - POLS 3123 — American Political Behavior - POLS 3133 — United States Congress - POLS 3143 — The United States Presidency - POLS 4963 — Senior Seminar - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - SEED 2003 — Education as a Profession - SEED 2113 — Human Development and Learning Theories - SEED 4503 — Seminar in Secondary Education - SEED 4553 — Classroom Application of Educational Psychology - SEED 4909 — Residency B - SOC 1003 — Introductory Sociology - SPED 4052 — Educating Diverse and Exceptional Learners - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/history-political-science/social-studies-education-teacher-licensure/ --- # Strategic Studies Minor The minor in strategic studies is designed for those students who wish to increase the breadth and depth of their knowledge of the principles that have played a major role in shaping our understanding of foreign and security policy. This minor is particularly well suited for students who are interested in international studies, emergency management, political science, diplomatic history, military science, and international law. ## Courses - EAM 3013 — Public Policy and Politics in Emergency Management - EAM 3243 — Terrorism and Counterterrorism - ECON 4093 — International Economics and Finance - HIST 4013 — American Military History - HIST 4813 — World War II - POLS 2413 — World Politics - POLS 3013 — United States Foreign Policy - POLS 3433 — United Nations - POLS 3473 — American National Security Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/history-political-science/strategic-studies-minor/ --- # Music Arts, Bachelor of Music Arts **Degree** An audition, demonstrating acceptable musical preparation, is required prior to enrollment as a major in music. ## Courses - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MUS 1000 — Recital Attendance - MUS 1411 — Class Piano I - MUS 1421 — Class Piano II - MUS 1440 — Piano Proficiency - MUS 1501 — Band - MUS 1571 — University Choir - MUS 1581 — Choral Artists - MUS 1631 — Symphonic Wind Ensemble - MUS 1681 — Concert Chorale - MUS 1713 — Theory I - MUS 1723 — Theory II - MUS 1731 — Ear Training I - MUS 1741 — Ear Training II - MUS 1751 — Orientation to Music - MUS 2000 — Applied Competency - MUS 2003 — Survey of Music History - MUS 2713 — Theory III - MUS 2723 — Theory IV - MUS 2731 — Ear Training III - MUS 2741 — Ear Training IV - MUS 3000 — Recital Attendance - MUS 3501 — Band - MUS 3571 — University Choir - MUS 3581 — Choral Artists - MUS 3631 — Symphonic Wind Ensemble - MUS 3681 — Concert Chorale - MUS 3773 — History of Music I - MUS 3783 — History of Music II - MUS 3801 — Principles of Conducting - MUS 4801 — Advanced Conducting Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/music/music-arts-bma/ --- # Music, Bachelor of Arts **Degree** An audition, demonstrating acceptable musical preparation, is required prior to enrollment as a major in music. ## Courses - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MUS 1000 — Recital Attendance - MUS 1411 — Class Piano I - MUS 1421 — Class Piano II - MUS 1440 — Piano Proficiency - MUS 1501 — Band - MUS 1571 — University Choir - MUS 1581 — Choral Artists - MUS 1631 — Symphonic Wind Ensemble - MUS 1681 — Concert Chorale - MUS 1713 — Theory I - MUS 1723 — Theory II - MUS 1731 — Ear Training I - MUS 1741 — Ear Training II - MUS 1751 — Orientation to Music - MUS 2000 — Applied Competency - MUS 2003 — Survey of Music History - MUS 2713 — Theory III - MUS 2723 — Theory IV - MUS 2731 — Ear Training III - MUS 2741 — Ear Training IV - MUS 3000 — Recital Attendance - MUS 3501 — Band - MUS 3571 — University Choir - MUS 3581 — Choral Artists - MUS 3631 — Symphonic Wind Ensemble - MUS 3681 — Concert Chorale - MUS 3773 — History of Music I - MUS 3783 — History of Music II - MUS 3801 — Principles of Conducting - MUS 4801 — Advanced Conducting Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/music/music-ba/ --- # Music Education - Instrumental Music Option for Teacher Licensure, Bachelor of Music Education **Degree** ​An audition, demonstrating acceptable musical preparation, is required prior to enrollment as a major in music. ## Courses - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MUS 1000 — Recital Attendance - MUS 1411 — Class Piano I - MUS 1421 — Class Piano II - MUS 1440 — Piano Proficiency - MUS 1501 — Band - MUS 1571 — University Choir - MUS 1581 — Choral Artists - MUS 1631 — Symphonic Wind Ensemble - MUS 1681 — Concert Chorale - MUS 1713 — Theory I - MUS 1723 — Theory II - MUS 1731 — Ear Training I - MUS 1741 — Ear Training II - MUS 1751 — Orientation to Music - MUS 2000 — Applied Competency - MUS 2003 — Survey of Music History - MUS 2441 — Class Voice - MUS 2703 — Music Technology - MUS 2713 — Theory III - MUS 2723 — Theory IV - MUS 2731 — Ear Training III - MUS 2741 — Ear Training IV - MUS 3000 — Recital Attendance - MUS 3401 — Brass Instruments - MUS 3421 — Woodwind Instruments, Double Reeds - MUS 3431 — Woodwind Instruments, Single Reeds - MUS 3481 — Stringed Instruments - MUS 3501 — Band - MUS 3571 — University Choir - MUS 3581 — Choral Artists - MUS 3631 — Symphonic Wind Ensemble - MUS 3681 — Concert Chorale - MUS 3762 — Instrumental and Choral Arranging - MUS 3773 — History of Music I - MUS 3783 — History of Music II - MUS 3801 — Principles of Conducting - MUS 3853 — Music in the Elementary Classroom - MUS 3901 — Secondary Music Methods and Materials I - MUS 4000 — Capstone Recital - MUS 4461 — Percussion Instruments - MUS 4801 — Advanced Conducting - MUS 4901 — Secondary Music Methods and Materials II - MUS 4971 — Marching Band Techniques - SEED 2003 — Education as a Profession - SEED 2113 — Human Development and Learning Theories - SEED 4503 — Seminar in Secondary Education - SEED 4553 — Classroom Application of Educational Psychology - SEED 4809 — Residency B - SPED 4052 — Educating Diverse and Exceptional Learners Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/music/music-education-instrumental-teacher-licensure-bme/ --- # Music Education - Keyboard Instrumental Music Option for Teacher Licensure, Bachelor of Music Education **Degree** An audition, demonstrating acceptable musical preparation, is required prior to enrollment as a major in music. ## Courses - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MUS 1000 — Recital Attendance - MUS 1202 — Applied Music - Piano - MUS 1440 — Piano Proficiency - MUS 1501 — Band - MUS 1571 — University Choir - MUS 1581 — Choral Artists - MUS 1631 — Symphonic Wind Ensemble - MUS 1681 — Concert Chorale - MUS 1713 — Theory I - MUS 1723 — Theory II - MUS 1731 — Ear Training I - MUS 1741 — Ear Training II - MUS 1751 — Orientation to Music - MUS 2000 — Applied Competency - MUS 2003 — Survey of Music History - MUS 2201 — Accompanying Seminar - MUS 2441 — Class Voice - MUS 2703 — Music Technology - MUS 2713 — Theory III - MUS 2723 — Theory IV - MUS 2731 — Ear Training III - MUS 2741 — Ear Training IV - MUS 3000 — Recital Attendance - MUS 3202 — Applied Music - Piano - MUS 3401 — Brass Instruments - MUS 3421 — Woodwind Instruments, Double Reeds - MUS 3431 — Woodwind Instruments, Single Reeds - MUS 3442 — Piano Pedagogy - MUS 3481 — Stringed Instruments - MUS 3501 — Band - MUS 3571 — University Choir - MUS 3581 — Choral Artists - MUS 3631 — Symphonic Wind Ensemble - MUS 3681 — Concert Chorale - MUS 3762 — Instrumental and Choral Arranging - MUS 3773 — History of Music I - MUS 3783 — History of Music II - MUS 3801 — Principles of Conducting - MUS 3853 — Music in the Elementary Classroom - MUS 3901 — Secondary Music Methods and Materials I - MUS 4000 — Capstone Recital - MUS 4461 — Percussion Instruments - MUS 4801 — Advanced Conducting - MUS 4901 — Secondary Music Methods and Materials II - MUS 4971 — Marching Band Techniques - SEED 2003 — Education as a Profession - SEED 2113 — Human Development and Learning Theories - SEED 4503 — Seminar in Secondary Education - SEED 4553 — Classroom Application of Educational Psychology - SEED 4809 — Residency B - SPED 4052 — Educating Diverse and Exceptional Learners Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/music/music-education-keyboard-instrumental-teacher-licensure-bme/ --- # Music Education - Keyboard Vocal Music Option for Teacher Licensure, Bachelor of Music Education **Degree** An audition, demonstrating acceptable musical preparation, is required prior to enrollment as a major in music. ## Courses - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MUS 1000 — Recital Attendance - MUS 1202 — Applied Music - Piano - MUS 1231 — Applied Music - Voice - MUS 1440 — Piano Proficiency - MUS 1501 — Band - MUS 1571 — University Choir - MUS 1581 — Choral Artists - MUS 1631 — Symphonic Wind Ensemble - MUS 1681 — Concert Chorale - MUS 1713 — Theory I - MUS 1723 — Theory II - MUS 1731 — Ear Training I - MUS 1741 — Ear Training II - MUS 1751 — Orientation to Music - MUS 2000 — Applied Competency - MUS 2003 — Survey of Music History - MUS 2201 — Accompanying Seminar - MUS 2441 — Class Voice - MUS 2703 — Music Technology - MUS 2713 — Theory III - MUS 2723 — Theory IV - MUS 2731 — Ear Training III - MUS 2741 — Ear Training IV - MUS 3000 — Recital Attendance - MUS 3202 — Applied Music - Piano - MUS 3401 — Brass Instruments - MUS 3421 — Woodwind Instruments, Double Reeds - MUS 3431 — Woodwind Instruments, Single Reeds - MUS 3442 — Piano Pedagogy - MUS 3481 — Stringed Instruments - MUS 3501 — Band - MUS 3571 — University Choir - MUS 3581 — Choral Artists - MUS 3631 — Symphonic Wind Ensemble - MUS 3681 — Concert Chorale - MUS 3762 — Instrumental and Choral Arranging - MUS 3773 — History of Music I - MUS 3783 — History of Music II - MUS 3801 — Principles of Conducting - MUS 3853 — Music in the Elementary Classroom - MUS 3901 — Secondary Music Methods and Materials I - MUS 4000 — Capstone Recital - MUS 4801 — Advanced Conducting - MUS 4901 — Secondary Music Methods and Materials II - SEED 2003 — Education as a Profession - SEED 2113 — Human Development and Learning Theories - SEED 4503 — Seminar in Secondary Education - SEED 4553 — Classroom Application of Educational Psychology - SEED 4809 — Residency B - SPED 4052 — Educating Diverse and Exceptional Learners Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/music/music-education-keyboard-vocal-teacher-licensure-bme/ --- # Music Education - Vocal Music Option for Teacher Licensure, Bachelor of Music Education **Degree** ​An audition, demonstrating acceptable musical preparation, is required prior to enrollment as a major in music. ## Courses - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MUS 1000 — Recital Attendance - MUS 1191 — Vocal Diction - MUS 1232 — Applied Music - Voice - MUS 1411 — Class Piano I - MUS 1421 — Class Piano II - MUS 1431 — Class Piano III - MUS 1440 — Piano Proficiency - MUS 1441 — Class Piano IV - MUS 1501 — Band - MUS 1571 — University Choir - MUS 1581 — Choral Artists - MUS 1631 — Symphonic Wind Ensemble - MUS 1681 — Concert Chorale - MUS 1713 — Theory I - MUS 1723 — Theory II - MUS 1731 — Ear Training I - MUS 1741 — Ear Training II - MUS 1751 — Orientation to Music - MUS 2000 — Applied Competency - MUS 2003 — Survey of Music History - MUS 2703 — Music Technology - MUS 2713 — Theory III - MUS 2723 — Theory IV - MUS 2731 — Ear Training III - MUS 2741 — Ear Training IV - MUS 3000 — Recital Attendance - MUS 3191 — Vocal Solo Literature - MUS 3232 — Applied Music - Voice - MUS 3401 — Brass Instruments - MUS 3421 — Woodwind Instruments, Double Reeds - MUS 3431 — Woodwind Instruments, Single Reeds - MUS 3481 — Stringed Instruments - MUS 3501 — Band - MUS 3571 — University Choir - MUS 3581 — Choral Artists - MUS 3631 — Symphonic Wind Ensemble - MUS 3681 — Concert Chorale - MUS 3762 — Instrumental and Choral Arranging - MUS 3773 — History of Music I - MUS 3783 — History of Music II - MUS 3801 — Principles of Conducting - MUS 3853 — Music in the Elementary Classroom - MUS 3901 — Secondary Music Methods and Materials I - MUS 4000 — Capstone Recital - MUS 4801 — Advanced Conducting - MUS 4832 — Vocal Pedagogy - MUS 4901 — Secondary Music Methods and Materials II - SEED 2003 — Education as a Profession - SEED 2113 — Human Development and Learning Theories - SEED 4503 — Seminar in Secondary Education - SEED 4553 — Classroom Application of Educational Psychology - SEED 4809 — Residency B - SPED 4052 — Educating Diverse and Exceptional Learners Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/arts-humanities/music/music-education-vocal-teacher-licensure-bme/ --- # Agriculture Business - Animal Science Option, Bachelor of Science **Degree** Arkansas Tech University's Agriculture Business program with a specialization in Animal Science offers a comprehensive and adaptable curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of students pursuing careers in agricultural management. As part of our commitment to providing accessible education, we offer both in-person and online learning opportunities. ## Courses - ACCT 2033 — Fundamental Accounting Concepts - AGAS 1014 — Principles of Animal Science - AGAS 2014 — Principles of Meat Science - AGAS 2084 — Feeds and Feeding - AGAS 3004 — Reproduction in Farm Animals - AGAS 3014 — Beef Cattle Management - AGAS 3104 — Swine Management - AGAS 3303 — Poultry Management - AGAS 3343 — Regulatory Affairs of the Food Industry - AGAS 3933 — Animal Breeding and Genetics - AGAS 4203 — Livestock and Poultry Nutrition - AGAS 4403 — Poultry and Livestock Disease - AGBU 1001 — Agriculture Orientation - AGBU 1013 — Principles of Agricultural Business - AGBU 2063 — Principles of Agricultural Macroeconomics - AGBU 2073 — Principles of Agricultural Microeconomics - AGBU 3033 — Legal Environment of Agriculture Business - AGBU 3213 — Career Development in Agriculture - AGBU 4003 — Agri-Business Management - AGBU 4013 — Agricultural Marketing - AGBU 4023 — Agricultural Finance - AGBU 4033 — Agricultural Policy - AGBU 4973 — Senior Seminar in Agriculture Business - AGPS 1024 — Principles of Plant Science - AGPS 3023 — Forage Crops and Pasture Management - AGSS 2014 — Soils - BIOL 1014 — Introduction to Biological Science - BLAW 2033 — Legal Environment of Business - CHEM 1111 — Survey of Chemistry Laboratory - CHEM 1113 — A Survey of Chemistry - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - COMS 1003 — Introduction to Computer Based Systems - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - ENGL 2053 — Technical Writing - MATH 1003 — Quantitative Literacy - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/agriculture-tourism/ag-business/ag-business-animal-science-bs/ --- # Agriculture Business, Bachelor of Science **Degree** Arkansas Tech University's Agriculture Business degree offers a versatile and comprehensive curriculum designed to cater to the diverse career aspirations of students in agricultural management. Our program provides both in-person and online learning options, ensuring accessibility and flexibility for all students. Students in our Agribusiness degree program benefit from a robust curriculum that covers essential topics in agricultural economics, business management, and sustainable agriculture. This interdisciplinary approach equips students with a broad foundation of knowledge and skills app… ## Courses - ACCT 2033 — Fundamental Accounting Concepts - AGAS 1014 — Principles of Animal Science - AGBU 1001 — Agriculture Orientation - AGBU 1013 — Principles of Agricultural Business - AGBU 2063 — Principles of Agricultural Macroeconomics - AGBU 2073 — Principles of Agricultural Microeconomics - AGBU 3033 — Legal Environment of Agriculture Business - AGBU 3213 — Career Development in Agriculture - AGBU 3233 — International Agricultural Trade - AGBU 4003 — Agri-Business Management - AGBU 4013 — Agricultural Marketing - AGBU 4023 — Agricultural Finance - AGBU 4033 — Agricultural Policy - AGBU 4063 — Agricultural Investments - AGBU 4073 — Commodity Risk and Futures - AGBU 4153 — Computers in Agriculture - AGBU 4973 — Senior Seminar in Agriculture Business - AGPS 1024 — Principles of Plant Science - AGSS 2014 — Soils - BIOL 1014 — Introduction to Biological Science - BLAW 2033 — Legal Environment of Business - CHEM 1111 — Survey of Chemistry Laboratory - CHEM 1113 — A Survey of Chemistry - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - COMS 1003 — Introduction to Computer Based Systems - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - ENGL 2053 — Technical Writing - MATH 1003 — Quantitative Literacy - SPAN 1013 — Beginning Spanish I - SPAN 1023 — Beginning Spanish II - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/agriculture-tourism/ag-business/ag-business-bs/ --- # Agriculture Business - Horticulture Option, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The Agriculture Business program at Arkansas Tech University, with a specialization in Horticulture, offers a comprehensive and adaptable curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of students pursuing careers in agricultural management. As part of our commitment to providing accessible education, we offer both in-person and online learning opportunities. ## Courses - ACCT 2033 — Fundamental Accounting Concepts - AGAS 1014 — Principles of Animal Science - AGBU 1001 — Agriculture Orientation - AGBU 1013 — Principles of Agricultural Business - AGBU 2063 — Principles of Agricultural Macroeconomics - AGBU 2073 — Principles of Agricultural Microeconomics - AGBU 3033 — Legal Environment of Agriculture Business - AGBU 3213 — Career Development in Agriculture - AGBU 4003 — Agri-Business Management - AGBU 4013 — Agricultural Marketing - AGBU 4023 — Agricultural Finance - AGBU 4033 — Agricultural Policy - AGBU 4973 — Senior Seminar in Agriculture Business - AGPS 1024 — Principles of Plant Science - AGPS 3044 — Plant Propagation - AGPS 3064 — Vegetable Growing - AGPS 3074 — Floriculture - AGPS 3083 — Small Fruit and Nut Culture - AGPS 3093 — Greenhouse Operation and Management - AGPS 3244 — Plant Pathology - AGPS 4103 — Crop and Garden Insects - AGSS 2014 — Soils - BIOL 1014 — Introduction to Biological Science - BIOL 2134 — Principles of Botany - BLAW 2033 — Legal Environment of Business - CHEM 1111 — Survey of Chemistry Laboratory - CHEM 1113 — A Survey of Chemistry - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - COMS 1003 — Introduction to Computer Based Systems - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - ENGL 2053 — Technical Writing - MATH 1003 — Quantitative Literacy - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/agriculture-tourism/ag-business/ag-business-horticulture-bs/ --- # Agriculture Business - Pre-Veterinary Medicine, Bachelor of Science **Degree** Arkansas Tech University's Agriculture Business program with a specialization in Pre-Veterinary Science offers a comprehensive and adaptable curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of students aspiring to pursue veterinary medicine. Our program provides both in-person and online learning opportunities, ensuring accessibility and flexibility for all students. ## Courses - ACCT 2033 — Fundamental Accounting Concepts - AGAS 1014 — Principles of Animal Science - AGAS 2084 — Feeds and Feeding - AGAS 3004 — Reproduction in Farm Animals - AGAS 3933 — Animal Breeding and Genetics - AGAS 4203 — Livestock and Poultry Nutrition - AGBU 1001 — Agriculture Orientation - AGBU 1013 — Principles of Agricultural Business - AGBU 2063 — Principles of Agricultural Macroeconomics - AGBU 2073 — Principles of Agricultural Microeconomics - AGBU 3033 — Legal Environment of Agriculture Business - AGBU 3213 — Career Development in Agriculture - AGBU 4003 — Agri-Business Management - AGBU 4013 — Agricultural Marketing - AGBU 4023 — Agricultural Finance - AGBU 4033 — Agricultural Policy - AGBU 4973 — Senior Seminar in Agriculture Business - BIOL 1114 — Principles of Biology - BIOL 2124 — Principles of Zoology - BIOL 3054 — Microbiology - BLAW 2033 — Legal Environment of Business - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 2130 — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 2134 — General Chemistry II - CHEM 3254 — Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry - CHEM 3264 — Mechanistic Organic Chemistry - CHEM 3344 — Principles of Biochemistry - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - COMS 1003 — Introduction to Computer Based Systems - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - ENGL 2053 — Technical Writing - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - PHYS 2000 — Physics Laboratory I - PHYS 2010 — Physics Laboratory II - PHYS 2014 — Algebra-Based Physics I - PHYS 2024 — Algebra-Based Physics II - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/agriculture-tourism/ag-business/ag-business-pre-vet-medicine-bs/ --- # Agricultural Education for Teacher Licensure The rapid growth of the Agricultural Education program at Arkansas Tech University mirrors the opportunities for our graduates, and growing need for agriculture teachers throughout the nation. If you had an ag teacher that played a major role in your life and you would like to continue that tradition, Agriculture Education may be the major for you. There are many options subsequent to obtaining an agricultural education degree outside the classroom due to the diversity of the degree and extensive training in demonstration and teaching methods; many of our alumni have continued on to graduate… ## Courses - AGAS 1014 — Principles of Animal Science - AGAS 2084 — Feeds and Feeding - AGAS 3021 — Livestock Selection and Evaluation - AGBU 1013 — Principles of Agricultural Business - AGBU 3013 — Principles of Farm Management - AGED 1001 — Introduction to Agricultural Education - AGED 1013 — Agricultural Youth Organizations - AGED 2104 — Introduction to Agricultural Systems Technology - AGED 2203 — Applied Agricultural Systems Technology - AGED 3033 — Philosophy and Foundations of Program Development - AGED 4033 — Curriculum Design and Assessment - AGED 4044 — Methods in Teaching Agriculture - AGEG 3203 — Soil, Water and Forest Conservation - AGLE 3003 — Personal Leadership Theory and Development - AGLE 3013 — Team Leadership and Organizational Change - AGPS 1024 — Principles of Plant Science - AGPS 3044 — Plant Propagation - AGPS 3093 — Greenhouse Operation and Management - BIOL 1014 — Introduction to Biological Science - CHEM 1111 — Survey of Chemistry Laboratory - CHEM 1113 — A Survey of Chemistry - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMS 1003 — Introduction to Computer Based Systems - EDMD 2013 — Integrating Instructional Technology - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - SEED 2003 — Education as a Profession - SEED 2113 — Human Development and Learning Theories - SEED 4503 — Seminar in Secondary Education - SEED 4553 — Classroom Application of Educational Psychology - SEED 4909 — Residency B - SPED 4052 — Educating Diverse and Exceptional Learners Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/agriculture-tourism/ag-business/agricultural-education-teacher-licensure/ --- # Agriculture Minor The minor in Agriculture is available to students who wish to add to their knowledge of Agriculture for personal improvement and/or for professional development but not open to Department of Agriculture majors. The addition of this minor to another program of study may be of particular interest to those students who wish to work in the food or fiber industries after graduation. ## Courses - AGAS 1014 — Principles of Animal Science - AGBU 1013 — Principles of Agricultural Business - AGBU 3213 — Career Development in Agriculture - AGBU 3993 — Internship I in Agriculture - AGBU 4983 — Internship II in Agriculture - AGBU 4991 — Special Problems in Agriculture - AGBU 4992 — Special Problems in Agriculture - AGBU 4993 — Special Problems in Agriculture - AGBU 4994 — Special Problems in Agriculture - AGPS 1024 — Principles of Plant Science - AGSS 2014 — Soils Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/agriculture-tourism/ag-business/agriculture-minor/ --- # Casino and Gaming Industry, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Casino and Gaming Industry is designed for business/non-major students interested in casino careers, gaming professional development opportunities, hospitality and tourism professionals, and educators seeking to re-skill and expand their knowledge in casino management. ## Courses - BLAW 2033 — Legal Environment of Business - HA 1043 — Introduction to Hospitality Management - HA 2203 — Casino Tourism - HA 2903 — Casino Operations Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/agriculture-tourism/tourism/casino-gaming-industry-cp/ --- # Casino and Gaming Industry Management, Technical Certificate **Certificate** The Technical Certificate in Casino and Gaming Industry Management expands on the Certificate of Proficiency and is designed for business/non-major students interested in casino careers, gaming professional development opportunities, hospitality and tourism professionals, and educators seeking to re-skill and expand their knowledge in casino management. ## Courses - ACCT 2033 — Fundamental Accounting Concepts - BLAW 2033 — Legal Environment of Business - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - HA 1011 — Sanitation Safety - HA 1043 — Introduction to Hospitality Management - HA 2063 — Guest Relations - HA 2073 — Introduction to Event Management - HA 2203 — Casino Tourism - HA 2903 — Casino Operations - HA 2914 — Principles of Food Preparations - MATH 1003 — Quantitative Literacy Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/agriculture-tourism/tourism/casino-gaming-industry-management-technical-certificate/ --- # Tourism, Bachelor of Science **Degree** Our general tourism degree offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing students to tailor their education to their specific preferences and career aspirations. Many students pursue business courses to fulfill entrepreneurial goals, while others delve into ecology and law enforcement courses to pursue careers as park rangers. Additionally, students interested in higher education administration can take courses in student affairs to further their careers in academia. ## Courses - ACCT 2033 — Fundamental Accounting Concepts - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - ECON 2003 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ECON 2013 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - ENGL 2053 — Technical Writing - HA 2063 — Guest Relations - HA 2133 — Introduction to Travel and Tourism - HA 3013 — Tourism Marketing - HA 3113 — Talent Acquisition and Management - HA 3183 — Catering and Event Management - HA 4033 — Legal Aspects of Tourism - HA 4093 — Resort and Club Management - MATH 1003 — Quantitative Literacy - RP 1013 — Principles of Tourism - RP 2003 — Events and Experience Management - RP 2033 — Leadership in Experience Industries - RP 2112 — Introduction to Professional Practice - RP 2113 — Global Perspectives of Tourism - RP 2133 — Introduction to Travel and Tourism - RP 3043 — Developing Professional Practices - RP 3113 — Talent Acquisition and Management - RP 3133 — Tourism Planning - RP 3403 — Experience Industry Finance Management - RP 4023 — Tourism Research - RP 4093 — Resort and Club Management - RP 4119 — Mastery in Professional Practice - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/agriculture-tourism/tourism/tourism-bachelor-science/ --- # Tourism - Natural Resource Management Emphasis, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The Natural Resource Emphasis prepares students to manage large parks, natural areas, and associated visitor facilities. Planning and management of land and water resources to provide outdoor recreation opportunities. ## Courses - BIOL 2124 — Principles of Zoology - BIOL 2134 — Principles of Botany - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - ENGL 2053 — Technical Writing - GEOG 2833 — Introduction to Geographic Information Systems - GEOG 3403 — GIS II - Planning Applications - MATH 1003 — Quantitative Literacy - RP 1013 — Principles of Tourism - RP 1993 — Basic Forest Firefighting - RP 2013 — Open Space Management - RP 2023 — Trail Planning and Management - RP 2033 — Leadership in Experience Industries - RP 2112 — Introduction to Professional Practice - RP 3023 — Camp Administration - RP 3034 — Master Planning for Parks and Tourism - RP 3043 — Developing Professional Practices - RP 3053 — Natural Resource Management - RP 3063 — Outdoor Education - RP 3093 — Interpretive Methods - RP 3993 — Wildland Fire Practices in Natural Resource Management - RP 4023 — Tourism Research - RP 4043 — Field Seminar in Interpretive Methods - RP 4053 — Water Resources Development - RP 4063 — Park Management - RP 4119 — Mastery in Professional Practice - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/agriculture-tourism/tourism/tourism-natural-resource-management-emphasis-bs/ --- # Tourism - Therapeutic Recreation Emphasis, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The Tourism Program at Arkansas Tech University offers a comprehensive and flexible curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of students and their professional goals in the tourism industry. Our program is the only accredited tourism program in Arkansas, providing both in-person and online opportunities to ensure accessibility and convenience for all students. ## Courses - AHS 2013 — Medical Terminology - BIOL 2004 — Basic Human Anatomy and Physiology - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - HA 2063 — Guest Relations - HA 3013 — Tourism Marketing - HA 3113 — Talent Acquisition and Management - HA 4033 — Legal Aspects of Tourism - MATH 1003 — Quantitative Literacy - PE 4103 — Principles of Adapted Physical Activity - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - PSY 3003 — Abnormal Psychology - PSY 3813 — Lifespan Development - RP 1013 — Principles of Tourism - RP 2003 — Events and Experience Management - RP 2033 — Leadership in Experience Industries - RP 2112 — Introduction to Professional Practice - RP 2113 — Global Perspectives of Tourism - RP 3013 — Inclusive Recreation - RP 3043 — Developing Professional Practices - RP 3113 — Talent Acquisition and Management - RP 3403 — Experience Industry Finance Management - RP 4023 — Tourism Research - RP 4073 — Principles and Techniques of Therapeutic Recreation - RP 4119 — Mastery in Professional Practice - RP 4173 — Therapeutic Recreation Assessment and Documentation - RP 4273 — Administration and Operation of Therapeutic Recreation Programs - RP 4373 — Interventions in Therapeutic Recreation - RP 4473 — Issues and Trends in Therapeutic Recreation - RP 4573 — Interventions in Therapeutic Recreation II - RS 2003 — Introduction to Rehabilitation Science - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/agriculture-tourism/tourism/tourism-therapeutic-recreation-emphasis-bs/ --- # Accounting, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration **Degree** Since the inception of the program in 1959, ATU accounting graduates have established careers in every segment of the business world. Employment opportunities range from national, regional, and local public accounting firms to corporations, sole proprietorships, and national state and local government entities. The accounting profession offers a promising future for individuals who are comfortable in meeting people, expressing themselves, working in changing environments, and who possess an inquiring and logical thought process. ## Courses - ACCT 2000 — Accounting Principles I Lab - ACCT 2004 — Accounting Principles I - ACCT 2013 — Accounting Principles II - ACCT 3003 — Intermediate Accounting I - ACCT 3013 — Intermediate Accounting II - ACCT 3023 — Accounting Information Systems - ACCT 3043 — Federal Taxes I - ACCT 3053 — Federal Taxes II - ACCT 4003 — Advanced Accounting I - ACCT 4013 — Advanced Accounting II - ACCT 4023 — Cost Accounting - ACCT 4033 — Auditing - ACCT 4093 — Governmental Accounting - ACCT 6103 — Accounting Analysis - BDA 2003 — Business Problem Solving - BDA 3003 — Data Analytics Apps Development - BDA 3013 — Business Spreadsheet Modeling - BLAW 2033 — Legal Environment of Business - BUAD 1113 — Introduction to Business - BUAD 2003 — Business Information Systems - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - ECON 2003 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ECON 2013 — Principles of Microeconomics - ECON 3003 — Money and Banking - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - ENGL 2053 — Technical Writing - FIN 3063 — Business Finance - MATH 2033 — Mathematical Concepts I - MATH 2043 — Mathematical Concepts II - MATH 2223 — Quantitative Business Analysis - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - MGMT 3003 — Principles of Management - MGMT 3103 — Operations Management - MGMT 4083 — Business Policy - MGMT 6903 — Corporate Strategic Management - MKT 3043 — Principles of Marketing - MKT 6103 — Digital Marketing Strategy - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/business/accounting-bs-business-administration/ --- # Accounting Minor The minor in Accounting is available to non-accounting majors who wish to add to their knowledge of accounting. Please note that for non-business majors, no more than 30 hours of courses offered by the LeMoyne Smith School of Business , excluding AHS and HIM courses, may be counted toward completion of degree requirements. ## Courses - ACCT 2000 — Accounting Principles I Lab - ACCT 2004 — Accounting Principles I - ACCT 2013 — Accounting Principles II - ACCT 3003 — Intermediate Accounting I - ACCT 3013 — Intermediate Accounting II - ACCT 3043 — Federal Taxes I - ACCT 3053 — Federal Taxes II - ACCT 4023 — Cost Accounting - BUAD 2003 — Business Information Systems Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/business/accounting-minor/ --- # Business Administration, Associate of Business Administration **Degree** The Associate of Business Administration is designed to provide basic business knowledge and skills applicable to a wide variety of business, nonprofit, and governmental settings and gain foundational knowledge in business information systems, accounting, and economics. ## Courses - ACCT 2000 — Accounting Principles I Lab - ACCT 2004 — Accounting Principles I - ACCT 2013 — Accounting Principles II - BDA 2003 — Business Problem Solving - BLAW 2033 — Legal Environment of Business - BUAD 1113 — Introduction to Business - BUAD 2003 — Business Information Systems - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - ECON 2003 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ECON 2013 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - MATH 2223 — Quantitative Business Analysis - PSY 2053 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences - SOC 2053 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/business/business-administration-aba/ --- # Business Administration, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** Certificate of Proficiency in Business Administration is designed to provide basic business knowledge and skills applicable to a wide variety of business, nonprofit, and governmental settings and gain foundational knowledge in business information systems, accounting, and economics. ## Courses - ACCT 2000 — Accounting Principles I Lab - ACCT 2004 — Accounting Principles I - ACCT 2033 — Fundamental Accounting Concepts - BUAD 2003 — Business Information Systems - ECON 2003 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ECON 2013 — Principles of Microeconomics - ECON 2103 — Honors Principles of Economics I - MATH 1113 — College Algebra Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/business/business-administration-cp/ --- # Business Administration Minor The minor in Business Administration is available to students who wish to add to their knowledge of business for personal edification or for professional purposes, but not open to LeMoyne Smith School of Business majors, excluding Health Information Management majors. Please note that for non-business majors, no more than 30 hours of courses offered by the LeMoyne Smith School of Business, excluding AHS and HIM courses, may be counted toward completion of degree requirements. ## Courses - ACCT 2000 — Accounting Principles I Lab - ACCT 2004 — Accounting Principles I - ACCT 2033 — Fundamental Accounting Concepts - BLAW 2033 — Legal Environment of Business - BUAD 2003 — Business Information Systems - ECON 2003 — Principles of Macroeconomics - MGMT 3003 — Principles of Management - MKT 3043 — Principles of Marketing Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/business/business-administration-minor/ --- # Business Data Analytics, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration **Degree** Business Data Analytics applies knowledge and skills in business, math, and technology to solve some of today’s toughest problems. Students learn to apply quantitative reasoning, critical thinking, and high ethical standards to real world situations. Graduates in this major are able to analyze both small and big data sets to develop business insights to guide decision making. Analysts see trends, identify opportunities, and make predictions that allow businesses to survive and thrive in a competitive, rapidly changing environment. People who can make sense of the numbers and have strong data-… ## Courses - ACCT 2000 — Accounting Principles I Lab - ACCT 2004 — Accounting Principles I - ACCT 2013 — Accounting Principles II - BDA 2003 — Business Problem Solving - BDA 3003 — Data Analytics Apps Development - BDA 3013 — Business Spreadsheet Modeling - BDA 3023 — Introduction to Data Visualization - BDA 3033 — Data Modeling and Management - BDA 3053 — Business Data Analysis - BDA 4003 — Business Intelligence - BDA 4031 — BDA Internship - BDA 4032 — BDA Internship - BDA 4033 — BDA Internship - BDA 4073 — Special Topics - BDA 6203 — Business Information Analysis - BDA 6323 — Applied Predictive Analytics - BLAW 2033 — Legal Environment of Business - BUAD 1113 — Introduction to Business - BUAD 2003 — Business Information Systems - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - ECON 2003 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ECON 2013 — Principles of Microeconomics - ECON 3093 — Econometrics - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - ENGL 2053 — Technical Writing - FIN 3063 — Business Finance - FIN 4033 — Financial Modeling - MATH 2223 — Quantitative Business Analysis - MATH 2243 — Calculus for Business and Economics - MGMT 3003 — Principles of Management - MGMT 3103 — Operations Management - MGMT 3113 — Business Process Improvement - MGMT 4013 — Management Information Systems - MGMT 4083 — Business Policy - MGMT 4103 — Supply Chain Management - MGMT 4203 — Project Management - MGMT 6203 — Decision Modeling in Supply Chain Management - MKT 3043 — Principles of Marketing - MKT 3063 — Social Media Marketing - MKT 3153 — Marketing Research and Analysis - MKT 4013 — Digital Metrics - MKT 6103 — Digital Marketing Strategy - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods - STAT 2304 — Programming Languages for Data Science Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/business/business-data-analytics-bs-administration/ --- # Business Data Analytics Minor The minor in Business Data Analytics is designed to give non-BDA majors knowledge and skills in data analytics applicable to their own major. Recent advances in technology have made it possible to easily collect large amounts of data. This minor allows students to capitalize on this data, perform various data analysis techniques, and create visualizations to communicate the results for making decisions and guiding actions. ## Courses - BDA 2003 — Business Problem Solving - BDA 3003 — Data Analytics Apps Development - BDA 3013 — Business Spreadsheet Modeling - BDA 3033 — Data Modeling and Management - BDA 3053 — Business Data Analysis - BDA 4073 — Special Topics - ECON 3093 — Econometrics - MGMT 3113 — Business Process Improvement - MGMT 4203 — Project Management - MKT 3153 — Marketing Research and Analysis - MKT 4013 — Digital Metrics - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/business/business-data-analytics-minor/ --- # Business and Entrepreneurship Minor The minor in Business and Entrepreneurship is available to students who wish to add to their knowledge of business for personal edification or for professional purposes, but not open to School of Business majors, excluding Health Information Management. Please note that for non-business majors, no more than 30 hours of courses offered by the LeMoyne Smith School of Business, excluding AHS and HIM courses, may be counted toward completion of degree requirements. ## Courses - ACCT 2000 — Accounting Principles I Lab - ACCT 2004 — Accounting Principles I - ACCT 2033 — Fundamental Accounting Concepts - BUAD 2003 — Business Information Systems - ECON 2013 — Principles of Microeconomics - MGMT 3003 — Principles of Management - MGMT 4053 — Small Business Management - MKT 3043 — Principles of Marketing Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/business/business-entrepreneurship-minor/ --- # Business Management, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration **Degree** Business Management prepares students to manage organizations of all types. Managers help businesses improve the way they get products and services to their customers. They keep businesses running smoothly by bringing together suppliers, employers, workers and the tools they use to create the products and services sold everywhere. Business management students have opportunities to participate in experiential learning such as working with ATU’s Small Business Technology and Development Center to help local businesses to manage more efficiently. ## Courses - ACCT 2000 — Accounting Principles I Lab - ACCT 2004 — Accounting Principles I - ACCT 2013 — Accounting Principles II - BDA 2003 — Business Problem Solving - BDA 6203 — Business Information Analysis - BLAW 2033 — Legal Environment of Business - BUAD 1113 — Introduction to Business - BUAD 2003 — Business Information Systems - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - ECON 2003 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ECON 2013 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - ENGL 2053 — Technical Writing - FIN 3063 — Business Finance - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - MATH 2223 — Quantitative Business Analysis - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - MGMT 3003 — Principles of Management - MGMT 3103 — Operations Management - MGMT 3123 — Business Ethics - MGMT 4013 — Management Information Systems - MGMT 4083 — Business Policy - MGMT 6103 — Organizational Management and Leadership - MGMT 6203 — Decision Modeling in Supply Chain Management - MKT 3043 — Principles of Marketing - MKT 6113 — Strategic Social Media Marketing - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/business/business-management-bs-administration/ --- # Data Analytics, Advanced Certificate **Certificate** The Advanced Certificate in Data Analytics is designed to provide students with data analytics skills applicable to a wide variety of business, nonprofit, and governmental settings. Recent advances in technology have made it possible to easily collect large amounts of data. This program allows students to capitalize on this data, perform various data analysis techniques, and create visualizations to communicate the results for making decisions and guiding actions. ## Courses - BDA 2003 — Business Problem Solving - BDA 3003 — Data Analytics Apps Development - BDA 3013 — Business Spreadsheet Modeling - BDA 3033 — Data Modeling and Management - BDA 3053 — Business Data Analysis - BUAD 2003 — Business Information Systems - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - MATH 2223 — Quantitative Business Analysis - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/business/data-analytics-ac/ --- # Digital Marketing, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration **Degree** Digital Marketing prepares students to work in the most dynamic and rapidly changing area of business. With courses in Marketing Research and Analytics, Integrated Marketing Communication, Social Media Marketing, Digital Metrics, and Retailing and the Virtual Market Place, students graduate with an understanding of how customers’ preferences and opinions are measured, how data is collected and analyzed, and how marketing strategy is crafted to offer the right product for the right price in the right place to the most profitable customer. Digital Marketing students have opportunities to partic… ## Courses - ACCT 2000 — Accounting Principles I Lab - ACCT 2004 — Accounting Principles I - ACCT 2013 — Accounting Principles II - BDA 2003 — Business Problem Solving - BDA 3013 — Business Spreadsheet Modeling - BDA 6203 — Business Information Analysis - BLAW 2033 — Legal Environment of Business - BUAD 1113 — Introduction to Business - BUAD 2003 — Business Information Systems - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - COMS 2333 — Web Publishing II - ECON 2003 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ECON 2013 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - ENGL 2053 — Technical Writing - FIN 3063 — Business Finance - JOUR 3173 — Public Relations Principles - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - MATH 2223 — Quantitative Business Analysis - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - MGMT 3003 — Principles of Management - MGMT 3103 — Operations Management - MGMT 4013 — Management Information Systems - MGMT 4083 — Business Policy - MGMT 4103 — Supply Chain Management - MGMT 4113 — Managerial Issues in Electronic Commerce - MGMT 6103 — Organizational Management and Leadership - MGMT 6203 — Decision Modeling in Supply Chain Management - MKT 3043 — Principles of Marketing - MKT 3063 — Social Media Marketing - MKT 3083 — Retailing and the Virtual Marketplace - MKT 3103 — Selling and Sales Management - MKT 3153 — Marketing Research and Analysis - MKT 3163 — Consumer Behavior - MKT 4013 — Digital Metrics - MKT 4033 — Internship in Marketing I - MKT 4053 — Sport and Event Marketing - MKT 4063 — Integrated Marketing Communication in a Digital Age - MKT 4093 — International Marketing - MKT 4143 — Marketing Strategy - MKT 6113 — Strategic Social Media Marketing - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/business/digital-marketing-bs-business-administration/ --- # Economics Minor The minor in Economics is not available to Finance majors. The minor in Economics is available to all other majors provided that the student takes at least nine (9) hours of coursework to satisfy the Economics minor requirements that are not otherwise counted as requirements for the student's major. ## Courses - ECON 2003 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ECON 2013 — Principles of Microeconomics - ECON 2103 — Honors Principles of Economics I - ECON 3003 — Money and Banking - ECON 3073 — Intermediate Microeconomic Theory - ECON 3093 — Econometrics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/business/economics-minor/ --- # Entrepreneurship, Advanced Certificate **Certificate** The Advanced Certificate in Entrepreneurship is a planned program of study focused on the basics of starting and/or managing your own small business. This program will teach the knowledge and skills needed to begin a successful business, create new products and /or services, and find business opportunities in the marketplace. The Advanced Certificate in Entrepreneurship is open to any student who has completed an Associate degree or higher degree except students majoring in Management – Entrepreneurship Track. ## Courses - ACCT 2000 — Accounting Principles I Lab - ACCT 2004 — Accounting Principles I - ACCT 2033 — Fundamental Accounting Concepts - BLAW 2033 — Legal Environment of Business - BUAD 2003 — Business Information Systems - ECON 2013 — Principles of Microeconomics - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - MGMT 3003 — Principles of Management - MGMT 4053 — Small Business Management - MGMT 4063 — Entrepreneurial Development - MKT 3043 — Principles of Marketing Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/business/entrepreneurship-ac/ --- # Finance, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration **Degree** The study of finance equips students to analyze financial issues ranging from business finance to international finance and their relevance in the contemporary world. Capital structure and investment, personal and professional investing, asset valuation and management, risk hedging and management, and foreign exchange risk management are some traditional topics covered in the curriculum. The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Finance degree equips students to pursue finance-related career paths such as Financial Analysts, Cost/Credit Analysts, Bank Managers, Portfolio/Fund Mana… ## Courses - ACCT 2000 — Accounting Principles I Lab - ACCT 2004 — Accounting Principles I - ACCT 2013 — Accounting Principles II - ACCT 3013 — Intermediate Accounting II - ACCT 3043 — Federal Taxes I - ACCT 6103 — Accounting Analysis - BDA 2003 — Business Problem Solving - BDA 3053 — Business Data Analysis - BDA 6203 — Business Information Analysis - BLAW 2033 — Legal Environment of Business - BUAD 1113 — Introduction to Business - BUAD 2003 — Business Information Systems - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - ECON 2003 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ECON 2013 — Principles of Microeconomics - ECON 3003 — Money and Banking - ECON 3073 — Intermediate Microeconomic Theory - ECON 3093 — Econometrics - ECON 4093 — International Economics and Finance - ECON 6103 — Managerial Economics - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - ENGL 2053 — Technical Writing - FIN 2013 — Personal Finance - FIN 3023 — Financial Markets and Institutions - FIN 3033 — Principles of Real Estate - FIN 3043 — Investments - FIN 3063 — Business Finance - FIN 4023 — Portfolio Management - FIN 4033 — Financial Modeling - FIN 4053 — Internship I in Economics/Finance - FIN 4083 — Financial Institution Management - FIN 4093 — Advanced Financial Management - FIN 6103 — Corporate Financial Management - MATH 2223 — Quantitative Business Analysis - MATH 2243 — Calculus for Business and Economics - MGMT 3003 — Principles of Management - MGMT 3103 — Operations Management - MGMT 4013 — Management Information Systems - MGMT 4083 — Business Policy - MKT 3043 — Principles of Marketing - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/business/finance-bs-business-administration/ --- # Health Information Management, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The degree program in health information management prepares the student for a professional career as an active member of the modern health-care team. In this age of increased computerization and data analysis, the health information management field is an exciting new area with virtually unlimited possibilities. ## Courses - AHS 1023 — Basic Pharmacology with an Overview of Microbiology - AHS 2013 — Medical Terminology - BDA 2003 — Business Problem Solving - BIOL 2004 — Basic Human Anatomy and Physiology - BUAD 2003 — Business Information Systems - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - COMS 2233 — Introduction to Databases - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - HIM 3023 — Introduction to Health Information Management - HIM 3033 — Basic Coding Principles - HIM 3043 — Advanced Concepts in Health Information - HIM 3132 — Health Data and Statistics - HIM 3133 — Alternative Health Records - HIM 3153 — Current Issues in Health Information Management - HIM 4034 — Advanced Coding Principles - HIM 4063 — Organization and Administration - HIM 4073 — Legal Concepts for the Health Fields - HIM 4083 — Health Organization Trends - HIM 4093 — Research in Health Information Management - HIM 4153 — Principles of Disease - HIM 4182 — Professional Practice Experience I - HIM 4203 — Healthcare Reimbursement - HIM 4292 — Professional Practice Experience II - HIM 4892 — Seminar in Health Information - HIM 4895 — Affiliation - HIM 4983 — Systems Analysis for Health Information Management - MGMT 3003 — Principles of Management - MGMT 3023 — Principles of Human Resource Management - MGMT 4013 — Management Information Systems - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/business/health-information-management-bs/ --- # Human Resource Management, Advanced Certificate **Certificate** The Advanced Certificate in Human Resources (HR) is a planned program of study focused on the behavioral competencies and functional knowledge areas within the themes of HR Competencies, People, Organization, Workplace and Strategy. The Advanced Certificate assists a student preparing to take the Associate Professional in Human Resources exam administered by the HR Certification Institute. ## Courses - MGMT 3023 — Principles of Human Resource Management - MGMT 3123 — Business Ethics - MGMT 3323 — Employment Law - MGMT 4033 — Internship I in Management - MGMT 4093 — Organizational Behavior - MGMT 4213 — Strategy and Leadership - MGMT 4223 — Leadership: Ideas and Images in Art, Film, History, and Literature - MGMT 4323 — Compensation and Benefits - PSY 3093 — Industrial and Organizational Psychology Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/business/human-resource-management-ac/ --- # Microsoft Applications, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** Certificate of Proficiency in Microsoft Applications is designed to provide knowledge and skills in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access, particularly in a business settings. Students completing this certificate program will be able to take the Microsoft Certification Exams at no additional cost. ## Courses - BDA 2003 — Business Problem Solving - BUAD 2003 — Business Information Systems - MGMT 3173 — Advanced Microsoft Techniques Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/business-economic-development/business/microsoft-applications-cp/ --- # Health and Exercise Science, Bachelor of Science - Coaching Athletics and Physical Activity Option **Degree** The Department of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science's Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Science Coaching Athletics and Physical Activity (HECA) track is designed for students seeking careers in K-12 teaching and coaching or gym/health center management or recreation supervision. The track includes two options: ## Courses - BIOL 1014 — Introduction to Biological Science - BIOL 2014 — Human Anatomy - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - EDMD 2013 — Integrating Instructional Technology - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - HES 1003 — Introduction to Exercise Programming - HES 2013 — Weight Training for Personal Trainers, High School Athletics and Strength Coaching - HES 2023 — Endurance Programming and Conditioning - HES 2043 — Applied Fitness Assessment and Development - HES 3003 — Exercise Prescription - HES 3013 — Coaching Power, Speed, and Agility - HES 4012 — Health and Exercise Science Internship - HES 4023 — Principles of Strength and Conditioning - HLED 1513 — Lifetime Health and Fitness - HLED 4303 — Methods and Materials in Health for Grades K-12 - HLED 4403 — Sport and Exercise Nutrition - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - PE 1201 — Orientation to Kinesiology - PE 2513 — First Aid - PE 3413 — Coaching Theory - PE 3543 — Lifespan Motor Development - PE 3573 — Prevention and Care of Activity Injuries - PE 3583 — Coaching Physical Activity K-12 - PE 3661 — Laboratory Experiences in Anatomy/Physiology and Kinesiology - PE 3663 — Kinesiology - PE 4033 — Exercise Physiology - PE 4103 — Principles of Adapted Physical Activity - PE 4513 — Organization and Administration of Athletics and Physical Activity - SEED 2003 — Education as a Profession - SEED 2113 — Human Development and Learning Theories - SEED 4503 — Seminar in Secondary Education - SEED 4553 — Classroom Application of Educational Psychology - SEED 4809 — Residency B - SPED 4052 — Educating Diverse and Exceptional Learners Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/kinesiology-rehabilitation-science/-health-exercise-science-bs-coaching-athletics-physical-activity-option/ --- # Coaching Strength and Conditioning, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Coaching Strength and Conditioning Certificate of Proficiency equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to meet current industry trends in sports and fitness at various levels of participation. This certificate prepares individuals for careers in coaching, athletic training, fitness instruction, and sports administration, with many related professions experiencing strong job growth, as projected by the U.S. Department of Labor. ## Courses - HES 2013 — Weight Training for Personal Trainers, High School Athletics and Strength Coaching - HES 2023 — Endurance Programming and Conditioning - HES 2043 — Applied Fitness Assessment and Development - HES 3013 — Coaching Power, Speed, and Agility - HES 4023 — Principles of Strength and Conditioning Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/kinesiology-rehabilitation-science/coaching-strength-conditioning-cp/ --- # Coaching Travel Team and Recreational Sport, Basic Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Coaching Travel Team and Recreational Sport Basic Certificate prepares completers to meet the increasing demands and popularity of travel team/youth sport participation nationwide. Youth Sport is expected to increase at a compound annual rate of 9.2% by 2030. Participation has rebounded to pre-pandemic levels and a Basic Credential provides a service to the industry whose coaches and supervisors often lack minimal understanding or qualifications to meet the knowledge gaps, safety, and health protection of participates ## Courses - PE 3413 — Coaching Theory - PE 4513 — Organization and Administration of Athletics and Physical Activity Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/kinesiology-rehabilitation-science/coaching-travel-team-recreational-sport-bcp/ --- # Health and Exercise Science, Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology Option **Degree** The Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Science – Kinesiology (HESK) within the Department of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science prepares students for careers in strength and conditioning, exercise science, and sport science professions. Graduates are also well-equipped to pursue graduate studies in Exercise Physiology, Dietetics, Exercise and Disease Prevention, and related fields. ## Courses - AHS 2013 — Medical Terminology - BIOL 1014 — Introduction to Biological Science - BIOL 2004 — Basic Human Anatomy and Physiology - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - COMS 1003 — Introduction to Computer Based Systems - ECON 2003 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - HES 1003 — Introduction to Exercise Programming - HES 2013 — Weight Training for Personal Trainers, High School Athletics and Strength Coaching - HES 2023 — Endurance Programming and Conditioning - HES 2043 — Applied Fitness Assessment and Development - HES 3003 — Exercise Prescription - HES 3013 — Coaching Power, Speed, and Agility - HES 4012 — Health and Exercise Science Internship - HES 4013 — Health and Exercise Science Practicum - HES 4023 — Principles of Strength and Conditioning - HES 4043 — Exercise Physiology Lab - HES 4053 — Biomechanics - HLED 1513 — Lifetime Health and Fitness - HLED 3203 — Consumer Health Programs - HLED 4403 — Sport and Exercise Nutrition - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - MGMT 3003 — Principles of Management - MKT 3043 — Principles of Marketing - PE 1201 — Orientation to Kinesiology - PE 2513 — First Aid - PE 3573 — Prevention and Care of Activity Injuries - PE 3661 — Laboratory Experiences in Anatomy/Physiology and Kinesiology - PE 3663 — Kinesiology - PE 4033 — Exercise Physiology - PE 4103 — Principles of Adapted Physical Activity - PSY 2003 — General Psychology Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/kinesiology-rehabilitation-science/health-exercise-science-bs-kinesiology-option/ --- # Health and Exercise Science, Bachelor of Science - Pre-Allied Health Studies Option **Degree** The Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Science – Pre-Allied Health Studies (HES PAH) within the Department of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science prepares students for advanced degrees in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Medicine, Chiropractic Therapy, Athletic Training, or Ph.D. programs. ## Courses - AHS 2013 — Medical Terminology - BIOL 1014 — Introduction to Biological Science - BIOL 2404 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I - BIOL 2414 — Human Anatomy and Physiology II - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 2130 — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 2134 — General Chemistry II - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - ECON 2003 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - HES 1003 — Introduction to Exercise Programming - HES 2043 — Applied Fitness Assessment and Development - HES 3003 — Exercise Prescription - HES 4012 — Health and Exercise Science Internship - HES 4013 — Health and Exercise Science Practicum - HES 4043 — Exercise Physiology Lab - HES 4053 — Biomechanics - HLED 1513 — Lifetime Health and Fitness - HLED 3203 — Consumer Health Programs - HLED 4403 — Sport and Exercise Nutrition - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - MGMT 3003 — Principles of Management - MKT 3043 — Principles of Marketing - PE 1201 — Orientation to Kinesiology - PE 2513 — First Aid - PE 3573 — Prevention and Care of Activity Injuries - PE 3661 — Laboratory Experiences in Anatomy/Physiology and Kinesiology - PE 3663 — Kinesiology - PE 4033 — Exercise Physiology - PE 4991 — Special Problems in Health and Physical Education - PHYS 2000 — Physics Laboratory I - PHYS 2010 — Physics Laboratory II - PHYS 2014 — Algebra-Based Physics I - PHYS 2024 — Algebra-Based Physics II - PSY 2003 — General Psychology Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/kinesiology-rehabilitation-science/health-exercise-science-bs-pre-allied-health-studies-option/ --- # Health and Exercise Science, Bachelor of Science - Public Health Option **Degree** The Department of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science's Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Science Public Health (HES PH) track is designed for students seeking admission to graduate programs in public health or entry-level positions in health promotion professions. These positions include roles in Health Maintenance Organizations, hospitals, public and private clinics, voluntary health agencies, health departments, secondary schools, not-for-profits, and business and industry. ## Courses - AHS 2013 — Medical Terminology - ART 1303 — Introduction to Drawing - ART 1503 — Introduction to Graphic Design - BIOL 1014 — Introduction to Biological Science - BIOL 2004 — Basic Human Anatomy and Physiology - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - COMM 4153 — Persuasive Theory and Audience Analysis - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - HES 4012 — Health and Exercise Science Internship - HIM 3023 — Introduction to Health Information Management - HIM 3132 — Health Data and Statistics - HIM 4063 — Organization and Administration - HIM 4153 — Principles of Disease - HLED 1513 — Lifetime Health and Fitness - HLED 3203 — Consumer Health Programs - HLED 4303 — Methods and Materials in Health for Grades K-12 - HLED 4403 — Sport and Exercise Nutrition - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - OL 4143 — Nonprofit Organizations - OL 4343 — Community Development - OL 4643 — Organizational Culture - PE 1201 — Orientation to Kinesiology - PE 3543 — Lifespan Motor Development - PE 3661 — Laboratory Experiences in Anatomy/Physiology and Kinesiology - POLS 2003 — American Government - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - PSY 3063 — Developmental Psychology: Childhood - RS 2003 — Introduction to Rehabilitation Science - RS 4233 — Human Dynamics for Helping Professionals - SEED 2113 — Human Development and Learning Theories - SOC 1003 — Introductory Sociology - SOC 2033 — Social Problems - SOC 3013 — Psychosocial Aspects of Death and Dying - SOC 4013 — Drugs in Society - SOC 4183 — Social Gerontology - SPED 2023 — Development and Characteristics of Diverse Learners Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/kinesiology-rehabilitation-science/health-exercise-science-bs-public-health-option/ --- # Health and Exercise Science, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Science at Arkansas Tech University (ATU) prepares students for careers in health promotion, fitness, strength and conditioning, public health, and allied health professions. This program provides a comprehensive education in human movement, exercise science, and wellness, emphasizing the development of skills to enhance health, physical performance, and overall quality of life. ## Courses - AHS 2013 — Medical Terminology - BIOL 1014 — Introduction to Biological Science - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - COMS 1003 — Introduction to Computer Based Systems - ECON 2003 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - HES 1003 — Introduction to Exercise Programming - HES 2003 — Field-Based Experience in Health and Exercise Science - HES 2013 — Weight Training for Personal Trainers, High School Athletics and Strength Coaching - HES 2023 — Endurance Programming and Conditioning - HES 2043 — Applied Fitness Assessment and Development - HES 3003 — Exercise Prescription - HES 3023 — Exercise Behavior and Adherence - HES 4003 — Senior Seminar - HES 4012 — Health and Exercise Science Internship - HES 4013 — Health and Exercise Science Practicum - HES 4023 — Principles of Strength and Conditioning - HES 4063 — Health and Fitness Programming - HLED 1513 — Lifetime Health and Fitness - HLED 3203 — Consumer Health Programs - HLED 4403 — Sport and Exercise Nutrition - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - MGMT 3003 — Principles of Management - MKT 3043 — Principles of Marketing - PE 1201 — Orientation to Kinesiology - PE 2513 — First Aid - PE 2653 — Anatomy and Physiology - PE 3573 — Prevention and Care of Activity Injuries - PE 3661 — Laboratory Experiences in Anatomy/Physiology and Kinesiology - PE 3663 — Kinesiology - PE 4033 — Exercise Physiology - PSY 2003 — General Psychology Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/kinesiology-rehabilitation-science/health-exercise-science-bs/ --- # Addictions Minor (For Rehabilitation Science Majors Only) The Addictions minor provides students with a foundational understanding of substance use, addiction, and recovery. This interdisciplinary program explores the biological, psychological, and social factors influencing addiction, as well as prevention, treatment, and policy approaches. Students will examine various types of addiction, including substance-related and behavioral addictions, and develop skills in assessment, intervention, and support strategies. Ideal for students pursuing careers in healthcare, social work, counseling, criminal justice, or public health, this minor equips gradua… ## Courses - AHS 2013 — Medical Terminology - CJ 4013 — Drugs in Society - PSY 3053 — Behavioral Neuroscience - PSY 4133 — Psychopharmacology - RP 3013 — Inclusive Recreation - RP 4073 — Principles and Techniques of Therapeutic Recreation - RS 2163 — Introduction to Addictions - RS 3013 — The World of Work - RS 3143 — Rehabilitation Science Seminar - RS 3153 — Assistive Technology in Rehabilitation Settings - RS 3163 — Addictions Assessment, Planning, and Treatment Strategies - RS 3173 — Addictions and the Family - RS 3263 — Resiliency, Vulnerability, and Crisis - RS 4991 — Special Problems in Rehabilitation Science - RS 4992 — Special Problems in Rehabilitation Science - RS 4993 — Special Problems in Rehabilitation Science - RS 4994 — Special Problems in Rehabilitation Science - SOC 4013 — Drugs in Society Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/kinesiology-rehabilitation-science/rehabilitation-science-bs/addictions-minor/ --- # Child Welfare and Social Services Minor (Only for Rehabilitation Science Majors) The Child Welfare and Social Services minor provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the systems, policies, and practices that support the well-being of children and families. This interdisciplinary program explores topics such as child development, family dynamics, social justice, and intervention strategies for at-risk youth. Students will examine the role of social services in addressing issues such as child abuse and neglect, foster care, adoption, and family support programs. Ideal for students interested in careers in social work, psychology, education, or public policy,… ## Courses - AHS 2013 — Medical Terminology - CJ 2033 — Social Problems - RP 3013 — Inclusive Recreation - RP 4073 — Principles and Techniques of Therapeutic Recreation - RS 2043 — Introduction to Social Services - RS 2163 — Introduction to Addictions - RS 3013 — The World of Work - RS 3143 — Rehabilitation Science Seminar - RS 3153 — Assistive Technology in Rehabilitation Settings - RS 3243 — Child Welfare - RS 3263 — Resiliency, Vulnerability, and Crisis - SOC 2033 — Social Problems - SOC 3023 — The Family - SOC 4003 — Communities and Societal Relations - SOC 4053 — Sociology of Health and Illness - SOC 4063 — Social Stratification Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/kinesiology-rehabilitation-science/rehabilitation-science-bs/child-welfare-social-services-minor/ --- # Disability Minor (For Rehabilitation Science Majors Only) The Disability minor provides students with an in-depth understanding of disability from social, cultural, historical, and policy perspectives. This interdisciplinary program examines the lived experiences of individuals with disabilities, the impact of social attitudes and policies, and the principles of accessibility, inclusion, and advocacy. Students will explore disability rights, assistive technologies, inclusive education, and healthcare considerations for individuals with disabilities. Ideal for students pursuing careers in social work, education, healthcare, psychology, or public poli… ## Courses - AHS 2013 — Medical Terminology - HES 4053 — Biomechanics - PE 3573 — Prevention and Care of Activity Injuries - PE 3663 — Kinesiology - PE 4103 — Principles of Adapted Physical Activity - PSY 3053 — Behavioral Neuroscience - RP 3013 — Inclusive Recreation - RP 4073 — Principles and Techniques of Therapeutic Recreation - RS 2163 — Introduction to Addictions - RS 3013 — The World of Work - RS 3143 — Rehabilitation Science Seminar - RS 3153 — Assistive Technology in Rehabilitation Settings - RS 3263 — Resiliency, Vulnerability, and Crisis - RS 4143 — Disabilities throughout the Life Span - RS 4991 — Special Problems in Rehabilitation Science - RS 4992 — Special Problems in Rehabilitation Science - RS 4993 — Special Problems in Rehabilitation Science - RS 4994 — Special Problems in Rehabilitation Science Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/kinesiology-rehabilitation-science/rehabilitation-science-bs/disability-minor/ --- # Recreation Services Minor (For Rehabilitation Science Majors Only) The Recreation Services minor provides students with the knowledge and skills to design, implement, and manage recreational programs that enhance quality of life and promote well-being. This interdisciplinary program explores the role of recreation in community development, health promotion, and social inclusion. Students will examine topics such as program planning, facility management, inclusive recreation, and the benefits of leisure activities for diverse populations. Ideal for students pursuing careers in parks and recreation, therapeutic recreation, event management, or community servic… ## Courses - AHS 2013 — Medical Terminology - RP 3013 — Inclusive Recreation - RP 4073 — Principles and Techniques of Therapeutic Recreation - RP 4173 — Therapeutic Recreation Assessment and Documentation - RP 4373 — Interventions in Therapeutic Recreation - RP 4473 — Issues and Trends in Therapeutic Recreation - RS 2163 — Introduction to Addictions - RS 3013 — The World of Work - RS 3143 — Rehabilitation Science Seminar - RS 3153 — Assistive Technology in Rehabilitation Settings - RS 3263 — Resiliency, Vulnerability, and Crisis - RS 4143 — Disabilities throughout the Life Span - RS 4991 — Special Problems in Rehabilitation Science - RS 4992 — Special Problems in Rehabilitation Science - RS 4993 — Special Problems in Rehabilitation Science - RS 4994 — Special Problems in Rehabilitation Science Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/kinesiology-rehabilitation-science/rehabilitation-science-bs/recreation-services-minor/ --- # Rehabilitation Science Minor The rehabilitation science minor is designed primarily for psychology and sociology majors who want to add an applied dimension to their degree and are interested in working in a human services setting after completing degree requirements. It may also be of interest to business majors interested in working in human resources, nursing majors, education majors, and other degree programs. ## Courses - RS 2003 — Introduction to Rehabilitation Science - RS 4123 — Survey of Counseling Theories - RS 4233 — Human Dynamics for Helping Professionals Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/kinesiology-rehabilitation-science/rehabilitation-science-minor/ --- # Rehabilitation Science - Therapeutic Recreation Option, Bachelor of Science **Degree** Therapeutic Recreation (TR) is a specialized field within Rehabilitation Science that utilizes structured recreational activities to enhance the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being of individuals with various health conditions or disabilities. By integrating leisure activities into therapeutic interventions, TR aims to improve quality of life and promote functional independence. ## Courses - AHS 2013 — Medical Terminology - BIOL 2004 — Basic Human Anatomy and Physiology - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - PSY 3003 — Abnormal Psychology - PSY 3813 — Lifespan Development - RS 2003 — Introduction to Rehabilitation Science - RS 3204 — Interviewing Skills - RS 4003 — Medical and Psychosocial Aspects of Disability - RS 4023 — Case Management Strategies - RS 4104 — Service Learning in Rehabilitation Science - RS 4123 — Survey of Counseling Theories - RS 4223 — Ethics and Professional Development - RS 4233 — Human Dynamics for Helping Professionals - RS 4253 — Psychopathology - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/kinesiology-rehabilitation-science/rehabilitation-science-therapeutic-recreation-option-bs/ --- # Sport Coaching Minor The Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science Department offers a minor in Sport Coaching designed to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills for effective coaching across various sports disciplines. This minor is particularly beneficial for those pursuing careers in education, sports management, or related fields. ## Courses - HES 1003 — Introduction to Exercise Programming - HES 2013 — Weight Training for Personal Trainers, High School Athletics and Strength Coaching - HES 2023 — Endurance Programming and Conditioning - HES 3013 — Coaching Power, Speed, and Agility - PE 2101 — Methods of Teaching Team Activities - PE 3413 — Coaching Theory - PE 3512 — Coaching Strategies: Football & Baseball - PE 3522 — Coaching Strategies: Basketball & Track and Field - PE 3532 — Coaching Strategies: Softball and Volleyball - PE 3543 — Lifespan Motor Development - PE 3573 — Prevention and Care of Activity Injuries - PE 4513 — Organization and Administration of Athletics and Physical Activity Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/kinesiology-rehabilitation-science/sport-coaching-minor/ --- # BSN Pre-licensure Nursing Program ## Courses - BIOL 2054 — Microbiology for Health Sciences - BIOL 2404 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I - BIOL 2414 — Human Anatomy and Physiology II - BIOL 3054 — Microbiology - CHEM 1111 — Survey of Chemistry Laboratory - CHEM 1113 — A Survey of Chemistry - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - MATH 2033 — Mathematical Concepts I - MATH 2043 — Mathematical Concepts II - NUR 2023 — Introduction to Professional Nursing - NUR 2303 — Nutrition - NUR 3103 — Nursing Skills I - NUR 3206 — Concepts in Nursing I - NUR 3303 — Health Assessment - NUR 3402 — Pharmacology I - NUR 3404 — Clinical Nursing I - NUR 3513 — Nursing Skills II - NUR 3606 — Concepts in Nursing II - NUR 3792 — Concepts Competency I - NUR 3801 — Pharmacology II - NUR 3805 — Clinical Nursing II - NUR 3892 — Clinical Competency I - NUR 4002 — Nursing Informatics - NUR 4206 — Concepts in Nursing III - NUR 4303 — Nursing Research - NUR 4405 — Clinical Nursing III - NUR 4501 — Pharmacology III - NUR 4606 — Concepts in Nursing IV - NUR 4792 — Concepts Competency II - NUR 4804 — Clinical Nursing IV - NUR 4892 — Clinical Competency II - NUR 4903 — Synthesis of Clinical and Theoretical Concepts - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - PSY 3813 — Lifespan Development - SOC 1003 — Introductory Sociology - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University - TECH 1013 — Introduction to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/nursing/bsn-pre-licensure-program/ --- # LPN to BSN Nursing Program ## Courses - BIOL 2014 — Human Anatomy - BIOL 2054 — Microbiology for Health Sciences - BIOL 2404 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I - BIOL 2414 — Human Anatomy and Physiology II - BIOL 3054 — Microbiology - CHEM 1111 — Survey of Chemistry Laboratory - CHEM 1113 — A Survey of Chemistry - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - MATH 2033 — Mathematical Concepts I - MATH 2043 — Mathematical Concepts II - NUR 2023 — Introduction to Professional Nursing - NUR 2303 — Nutrition - NUR 3103 — Nursing Skills I - NUR 3206 — Concepts in Nursing I - NUR 3303 — Health Assessment - NUR 3402 — Pharmacology I - NUR 3404 — Clinical Nursing I - NUR 3513 — Nursing Skills II - NUR 3606 — Concepts in Nursing II - NUR 3792 — Concepts Competency I - NUR 3801 — Pharmacology II - NUR 3805 — Clinical Nursing II - NUR 3892 — Clinical Competency I - NUR 4002 — Nursing Informatics - NUR 4206 — Concepts in Nursing III - NUR 4303 — Nursing Research - NUR 4405 — Clinical Nursing III - NUR 4501 — Pharmacology III - NUR 4606 — Concepts in Nursing IV - NUR 4792 — Concepts Competency II - NUR 4804 — Clinical Nursing IV - NUR 4892 — Clinical Competency II - NUR 4903 — Synthesis of Clinical and Theoretical Concepts - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - PSY 3813 — Lifespan Development - SOC 1003 — Introductory Sociology - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/nursing/lpn-bsn-program/ --- # Nursing (RN to BSN Program), Bachelor of Science in Nursing **Degree** ## Courses - BIOL 2014 — Human Anatomy - BIOL 2054 — Microbiology for Health Sciences - BIOL 2404 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I - BIOL 2414 — Human Anatomy and Physiology II - BIOL 3054 — Microbiology - BIOL 3074 — Human Physiology - BIOL 3803 — Applied Pathophysiology - CHEM 1111 — Survey of Chemistry Laboratory - CHEM 1113 — A Survey of Chemistry - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - MATH 2033 — Mathematical Concepts I - MATH 2043 — Mathematical Concepts II - NUR 2023 — Introduction to Professional Nursing - NUR 2303 — Nutrition - NUR 3103 — Nursing Skills I - NUR 3206 — Concepts in Nursing I - NUR 3303 — Health Assessment - NUR 3402 — Pharmacology I - NUR 3404 — Clinical Nursing I - NUR 3513 — Nursing Skills II - NUR 3606 — Concepts in Nursing II - NUR 3801 — Pharmacology II - NUR 3803 — Applied Pathophysiology - NUR 3805 — Clinical Nursing II - NUR 4501 — Pharmacology III - NUR 6303 — Law, Ethics, and Policy in Healthcare - NURN 4002 — Nursing Informatics - NURN 4003 — Scope of Professional Practice - NURN 4013 — Laws, Ethics, and Issues in Professional Nursing Practice - NURN 4024 — Population and Community Health Nursing - NURN 4034 — Leadership and Management in Professional Practice - NURN 4045 — Professional Synthesis - NURN 4303 — Nursing Research - PHSC 1013 — Introduction to Physical Science - PHSC 1021 — Physical Science Laboratory - PHSC 1051 — Observational Astronomy Laboratory - PHSC 1053 — Astronomy - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - PSY 3813 — Lifespan Development - SOC 1003 — Introductory Sociology - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/nursing/rn-bsn-program/ --- # Cyber Resilience, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** Cyber threats are no longer just an IT problem—they impact everyone. The Cyber Resilience Certificate is open to students of any major who want to play a role in building resilience against the growing complexity of digital risks. Whether you’re studying business, education, healthcare, engineering, or the arts, this certificate complements your degree by preparing you to address real-world challenges. ## Courses - CSEC 1003 — Introduction to Cybersecurity - CSEC 2213 — Network Forensics and Incident Response - EAM 1013 — Introduction for Emergency Management - EAM 4013 — Resilience and Continuity Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/professional-community-education/emergency-management-homeland-security/cyber-resilience/ --- # Emergency Management, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The Bachelor of Science in Emergency Management and Homeland Security is more than just a degree—it’s a chance to make an impact when it matters most. In a world where crises are inevitable, this program equips you with the skills to lead and adapt in any situation, from natural disasters to cybersecurity threats, business continuity, and beyond. ## Courses - BUAD 2003 — Business Information Systems - EAM 1013 — Introduction for Emergency Management - EAM 2003 — Introduction to Homeland Security - EAM 3003 — Developing Emergency Management Skills - EAM 3013 — Public Policy and Politics in Emergency Management - EAM 3023 — Principles of Preparedness and Response - EAM 3053 — Introduction to Ethical and Legal Issues in Emergency Management - EAM 3063 — Emergency Management Doctrine - EAM 4003 — Principles of Mitigation and Recovery - EAM 4013 — Resilience and Continuity - EAM 4023 — Technology for Comprehensive Emergency Management - EAM 4033 — Emergency Management Research and Grants - EAM 4203 — Externship - EAM 4506 — Internship - EAM 4603 — Capstone - EMHS 5003 — Principles of Mitigation and Recovery - EMHS 6103 — Research Design and Methods - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - ENGL 2053 — Technical Writing - FW 2833 — Introduction to Geographic Information Systems - GEOG 2833 — Introduction to Geographic Information Systems - OL 5043 — Ethical Decision-Making and Development - OL 5143 — Nonprofit Organizations - OL 5343 — Community Development - OL 5643 — Organizational Culture - OL 6043 — Leadership in Organizational Change - OL 6143 — Performance Coaching and Leadership Development - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/professional-community-education/emergency-management-homeland-security/emergency-management-bs/ --- # Emergency Management, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Emergency Management Certificate is designed to complement any bachelor’s degrees, providing students with interdisciplinary skills that enhance their career prospects. This certificate will equip you with the practical knowledge needed to address emergencies and disruptions in any sector. It’s an invaluable credential that strengthens your professional qualifications and contributes to building resilience in both organizations and communities. ## Courses - EAM 1013 — Introduction for Emergency Management - EAM 3023 — Principles of Preparedness and Response - EAM 4003 — Principles of Mitigation and Recovery Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/professional-community-education/emergency-management-homeland-security/emergency-management-cp/ --- # Global Security, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Global Security Certificate Program provides you with essential skills and knowledge to address modern security challenges in an increasingly interconnected world. This interdisciplinary program combines elements of emergency management, homeland security, criminal justice, and international relations to prepare students for the complex security issues that shape global stability. With the rise of cyber threats, terrorism, and transnational crime, this certificate equips you to confront security challenges in various contexts, from local communities to global arenas, and ensures you are p… ## Courses - CJ 2003 — Introduction to Criminal Justice - CSEC 1003 — Introduction to Cybersecurity - EAM 1013 — Introduction for Emergency Management - EAM 2003 — Introduction to Homeland Security - EAM 3243 — Terrorism and Counterterrorism - POLS 2413 — World Politics - POLS 3473 — American National Security Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/professional-community-education/emergency-management-homeland-security/global-security/ --- # Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS), Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS) Certificate Program provides you with the critical skills needed to operate drones in a wide range of industries, including agriculture, insurance, photography, mapping, emergency management, homeland security, and more. This interdisciplinary certificate is designed to equip you with the knowledge to safely and effectively use drones in various fields, all while complying with FAA Part 107 regulations. With a growing demand for certified drone pilots, this program offers a valuable credential that not only enhances your career prospects but also opens… ## Courses - BAS 4353 — Project Management - EAM 1013 — Introduction for Emergency Management - EAM 2413 — UAVs in Emergency Management - EAM 3413 — UAVs for Commercial Use - EAM 4023 — Technology for Comprehensive Emergency Management - JOUR 4053 — Mass Communication Seminar Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/professional-community-education/emergency-management-homeland-security/suas/ --- # Organizational Leadership - Agriculture Business Option, Bachelor of Arts **Degree** The Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership (BAOL) provides students with comprehensive, specialized instruction in the application of leadership skills highly sought after by employers across a variety of career paths and settings. Students can customize the BAOL through a selection of undergraduate certificates in nonprofit leadership, professional leadership, project management, training and development, and workplace supervision, as well as through several concentration areas. ## Courses - AGBU 2063 — Principles of Agricultural Macroeconomics - AGBU 2073 — Principles of Agricultural Microeconomics - BAS 4253 — Quality Control - BAS 4353 — Project Management - BAS 4363 — Project Risk Analysis and Mitigation - BAS 4373 — Leading Agile Projects - BAS 4453 — Root Cause Analysis - BAS 4553 — Occupational Safety - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - LEAD 1003 — Introduction to Leadership - LEAD 2003 — Ethics in Leadership - LEAD 3003 — Leading Teams - LEAD 4003 — Leadership Internship/Capstone Seminar - LEAD 4103 — Special Problems in Leadership - OL 3023 — Professional Communications - OL 3133 — Principles of Personnel Management - OL 3233 — Volunteer Leadership and Development - OL 4043 — Ethical Decision-Making and Development - OL 4053 — Philanthropy and Fundraising - OL 4143 — Nonprofit Organizations - OL 4243 — Adult Learning in Organizations - OL 4343 — Community Development - OL 4443 — Professional Leadership - OL 4543 — Workplace Supervision - OL 4643 — Organizational Culture - OL 4743 — Organizational Change - OL 4843 — Training and Organizational Development - OL 4963 — Organizational Leadership Capstone - OL 4993 — Special Problems in Organizational Leadership - OL 6093 — Organizational Leadership and Learning Capstone - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/professional-community-education/organizational-studies/agriculture-business-option-ba/ --- # Bachelor of Applied Science **Degree** The Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) is designed to provide students who have earned an Associate of Applied Science degree a seamless transition to a bachelor's degree. This stackable education sequence enhances academic qualifications and increases potential career mobility. To maximize credentialing opportunities, a student in the BAS program can earn certificates of proficiency in Professional Leadership, Project Management, and Workplace Supervision within the BAS curriculum. Students complete the necessary hours for the degree within a convenient yet directed scheduling format under th… ## Courses - BAS 4253 — Quality Control - BAS 4353 — Project Management - BAS 4363 — Project Risk Analysis and Mitigation - BAS 4373 — Leading Agile Projects - BAS 4453 — Root Cause Analysis - BAS 4553 — Occupational Safety - COMM 1003 — Introduction to Communication - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - OL 3023 — Professional Communications - OL 3133 — Principles of Personnel Management - OL 4043 — Ethical Decision-Making and Development - OL 4443 — Professional Leadership - OL 4543 — Workplace Supervision - OL 4643 — Organizational Culture - OL 4743 — Organizational Change - OL 4963 — Organizational Leadership Capstone - OL 6093 — Organizational Leadership and Learning Capstone - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - PSY 3093 — Industrial and Organizational Psychology Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/professional-community-education/organizational-studies/bas/ --- # Organizational Leadership - Career Experience Option, Bachelor of Arts **Degree** ## Courses - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - LEAD 1003 — Introduction to Leadership - LEAD 2003 — Ethics in Leadership - LEAD 3003 — Leading Teams - OL 3023 — Professional Communications - OL 3133 — Principles of Personnel Management - OL 4043 — Ethical Decision-Making and Development - OL 4443 — Professional Leadership - OL 4543 — Workplace Supervision - OL 4643 — Organizational Culture - OL 4963 — Organizational Leadership Capstone - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/professional-community-education/organizational-studies/career-experience-option-ba/ --- # Organizational Leadership - Child Development Option, Bachelor of Arts **Degree** The Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership (BAOL) provides students with comprehensive, specialized instruction in the application of leadership skills highly sought after by employers across a variety of career paths and settings. Students can customize the BAOL through a selection of undergraduate certificates in nonprofit leadership, professional leadership, project management, training and development, and workplace supervision, as well as through several concentration areas. ## Courses - BAS 4253 — Quality Control - BAS 4353 — Project Management - BAS 4363 — Project Risk Analysis and Mitigation - BAS 4373 — Leading Agile Projects - BAS 4453 — Root Cause Analysis - BAS 4553 — Occupational Safety - ECE 2113 — Basic Child Growth and Development - ECE 2313 — Foundations and Theories in Early Childhood Education - ECE 2513 — Curriculum for Early Childhood Education - ECE 2613 — Methods and Materials Using Developmentally Appropriate Practices and Activities for Young Children - ELED 2113 — Human Development and Learning Theories - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - HA 2813 — Basic Human Nutrition in Hospitality Administration - LEAD 1003 — Introduction to Leadership - LEAD 2003 — Ethics in Leadership - LEAD 3003 — Leading Teams - LEAD 4003 — Leadership Internship/Capstone Seminar - LEAD 4103 — Special Problems in Leadership - NUR 2303 — Nutrition - OL 3023 — Professional Communications - OL 3133 — Principles of Personnel Management - OL 3233 — Volunteer Leadership and Development - OL 4043 — Ethical Decision-Making and Development - OL 4053 — Philanthropy and Fundraising - OL 4143 — Nonprofit Organizations - OL 4243 — Adult Learning in Organizations - OL 4343 — Community Development - OL 4443 — Professional Leadership - OL 4543 — Workplace Supervision - OL 4643 — Organizational Culture - OL 4743 — Organizational Change - OL 4843 — Training and Organizational Development - OL 4963 — Organizational Leadership Capstone - OL 4993 — Special Problems in Organizational Leadership - OL 6093 — Organizational Leadership and Learning Capstone - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/professional-community-education/organizational-studies/child-development-option-ba/ --- # Organizational Leadership - Criminal Justice Option, Bachelor of Arts **Degree** The Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership (BAOL) provides students with comprehensive, specialized instruction in the application of leadership skills highly sought after by employers across a variety of career paths and settings. Students can customize the BAOL through a selection of undergraduate certificates in nonprofit leadership, professional leadership, project management, training and development, and workplace supervision, as well as through several concentration areas. ## Courses - BAS 4253 — Quality Control - BAS 4353 — Project Management - BAS 4363 — Project Risk Analysis and Mitigation - BAS 4373 — Leading Agile Projects - BAS 4453 — Root Cause Analysis - BAS 4553 — Occupational Safety - CJ 2003 — Introduction to Criminal Justice - CJ 2033 — Social Problems - CJ 2043 — Crime and Delinquency - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - LEAD 1003 — Introduction to Leadership - LEAD 2003 — Ethics in Leadership - LEAD 3003 — Leading Teams - LEAD 4003 — Leadership Internship/Capstone Seminar - LEAD 4103 — Special Problems in Leadership - OL 3023 — Professional Communications - OL 3133 — Principles of Personnel Management - OL 3233 — Volunteer Leadership and Development - OL 4043 — Ethical Decision-Making and Development - OL 4053 — Philanthropy and Fundraising - OL 4143 — Nonprofit Organizations - OL 4243 — Adult Learning in Organizations - OL 4343 — Community Development - OL 4443 — Professional Leadership - OL 4543 — Workplace Supervision - OL 4643 — Organizational Culture - OL 4743 — Organizational Change - OL 4843 — Training and Organizational Development - OL 4963 — Organizational Leadership Capstone - OL 4993 — Special Problems in Organizational Leadership - OL 6093 — Organizational Leadership and Learning Capstone - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/professional-community-education/organizational-studies/criminal-justice-option-ba/ --- # Organizational Leadership - Emergency Management Concentration, Bachelor of Arts **Degree** The Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership (BAOL) provides students with comprehensive, specialized instruction in the application of leadership skills highly sought after by employers across a variety of career paths and settings. Students can customize the BAOL through a selection of undergraduate certificates in nonprofit leadership, professional leadership, project management, training and development, and workplace supervision, as well as through several concentration areas. ## Courses - BAS 4253 — Quality Control - BAS 4353 — Project Management - BAS 4363 — Project Risk Analysis and Mitigation - BAS 4373 — Leading Agile Projects - BAS 4453 — Root Cause Analysis - BAS 4553 — Occupational Safety - EAM 1013 — Introduction for Emergency Management - EAM 3013 — Public Policy and Politics in Emergency Management - EAM 3023 — Principles of Preparedness and Response - EAM 3053 — Introduction to Ethical and Legal Issues in Emergency Management - EAM 4003 — Principles of Mitigation and Recovery - EAM 4013 — Resilience and Continuity - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - LEAD 1003 — Introduction to Leadership - LEAD 2003 — Ethics in Leadership - LEAD 3003 — Leading Teams - LEAD 4003 — Leadership Internship/Capstone Seminar - LEAD 4103 — Special Problems in Leadership - OL 3023 — Professional Communications - OL 3133 — Principles of Personnel Management - OL 3233 — Volunteer Leadership and Development - OL 4043 — Ethical Decision-Making and Development - OL 4053 — Philanthropy and Fundraising - OL 4143 — Nonprofit Organizations - OL 4243 — Adult Learning in Organizations - OL 4343 — Community Development - OL 4443 — Professional Leadership - OL 4543 — Workplace Supervision - OL 4643 — Organizational Culture - OL 4743 — Organizational Change - OL 4843 — Training and Organizational Development - OL 4963 — Organizational Leadership Capstone - OL 4993 — Special Problems in Organizational Leadership - OL 6093 — Organizational Leadership and Learning Capstone - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/professional-community-education/organizational-studies/emergency-management-option-ba/ --- # Organizational Leadership - Inter-College Option, Bachelor of Arts **Degree** The Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership (BAOL) provides students with comprehensive, specialized instruction in the application of leadership skills highly sought after by employers across a variety of career paths and settings. Students can customize the BAOL through a selection of undergraduate certificates in nonprofit leadership, professional leadership, project management, training and development, and workplace supervision. ## Courses - BAS 4253 — Quality Control - BAS 4353 — Project Management - BAS 4363 — Project Risk Analysis and Mitigation - BAS 4373 — Leading Agile Projects - BAS 4453 — Root Cause Analysis - BAS 4553 — Occupational Safety - EMHS 6063 — Principles of Emergency Management - EMHS 6093 — Principles of Homeland Security - EMHS 6103 — Research Design and Methods - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - LEAD 1003 — Introduction to Leadership - LEAD 2003 — Ethics in Leadership - LEAD 3003 — Leading Teams - LEAD 4003 — Leadership Internship/Capstone Seminar - LEAD 4103 — Special Problems in Leadership - OL 3023 — Professional Communications - OL 3133 — Principles of Personnel Management - OL 3233 — Volunteer Leadership and Development - OL 4043 — Ethical Decision-Making and Development - OL 4053 — Philanthropy and Fundraising - OL 4143 — Nonprofit Organizations - OL 4243 — Adult Learning in Organizations - OL 4343 — Community Development - OL 4443 — Professional Leadership - OL 4543 — Workplace Supervision - OL 4643 — Organizational Culture - OL 4743 — Organizational Change - OL 4843 — Training and Organizational Development - OL 4963 — Organizational Leadership Capstone - OL 4993 — Special Problems in Organizational Leadership - OL 6093 — Organizational Leadership and Learning Capstone - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/professional-community-education/organizational-studies/intercollege-option-ba/ --- # Interdisciplinary Studies Concentration, Bachelor of Professional Studies **Degree** The Bachelor of Professional Studies (BPS) is a degree completion track for students with 90+ earned credit hours in need of an accelerated path to graduation. The accelerated delivery format is designed to ease the financial, time, and geographic constraints adults face in completing a baccalaureate program. The concentrated curriculum focuses on workplace skills such as planning, problem solving, communication, and teamwork. To maximize credentialing opportunities, a student in the BPS program can earn the certificate of proficiency in Professional Leadership within the BPS curriculum. ## Courses - COMM 1003 — Introduction to Communication - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - OL 3023 — Professional Communications - OL 3133 — Principles of Personnel Management - OL 4443 — Professional Leadership - OL 4543 — Workplace Supervision - OL 4643 — Organizational Culture - OL 4963 — Organizational Leadership Capstone - OL 6093 — Organizational Leadership and Learning Capstone - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/professional-community-education/organizational-studies/interdisciplinary-studies-concentration-bps/ --- # Leadership Minor The Leadership Minor is designed to empower students with the skills and experience needed to lead with confidence and impact. Through a multidisciplinary approach, students explore leadership theories, ethical decision-making, and team dynamics. Students engage in hands-on learning, including collaborative projects and the completion of a leadership-focused internship, that provide opportunities to apply program concepts in practical settings. ## Courses - AGLE 3003 — Personal Leadership Theory and Development - AGLE 3013 — Team Leadership and Organizational Change - BAS 4353 — Project Management - COMM 3003 — Interpersonal Communication - COMM 4063 — Organizational Communication - EAM 3013 — Public Policy and Politics in Emergency Management - EAM 3053 — Introduction to Ethical and Legal Issues in Emergency Management - EAM 4063 — Leadership - JOUR 3173 — Public Relations Principles - LEAD 1003 — Introduction to Leadership - LEAD 2003 — Ethics in Leadership - LEAD 3003 — Leading Teams - LEAD 4003 — Leadership Internship/Capstone Seminar - LEAD 4103 — Special Problems in Leadership - MGMT 4213 — Strategy and Leadership - OL 4143 — Nonprofit Organizations - OL 4343 — Community Development - OL 4543 — Workplace Supervision - OL 4643 — Organizational Culture Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/professional-community-education/organizational-studies/leadership-minor/ --- # Organizational Leadership - Military Leadership Option, Bachelor of Arts **Degree** The Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership (BAOL) provides students with comprehensive, specialized instruction in the application of leadership skills highly sought after by employers across a variety of career paths and settings. Students can customize the BAOL through a selection of undergraduate certificates in nonprofit leadership, professional leadership, project management, training and development, and workplace supervision, as well as through several concentration areas. ## Courses - BAS 4253 — Quality Control - BAS 4353 — Project Management - BAS 4363 — Project Risk Analysis and Mitigation - BAS 4373 — Leading Agile Projects - BAS 4453 — Root Cause Analysis - BAS 4553 — Occupational Safety - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - LEAD 1003 — Introduction to Leadership - LEAD 2003 — Ethics in Leadership - LEAD 3003 — Leading Teams - LEAD 4003 — Leadership Internship/Capstone Seminar - LEAD 4103 — Special Problems in Leadership - OL 3023 — Professional Communications - OL 3133 — Principles of Personnel Management - OL 3233 — Volunteer Leadership and Development - OL 4043 — Ethical Decision-Making and Development - OL 4053 — Philanthropy and Fundraising - OL 4143 — Nonprofit Organizations - OL 4243 — Adult Learning in Organizations - OL 4343 — Community Development - OL 4443 — Professional Leadership - OL 4543 — Workplace Supervision - OL 4643 — Organizational Culture - OL 4743 — Organizational Change - OL 4843 — Training and Organizational Development - OL 4963 — Organizational Leadership Capstone - OL 4993 — Special Problems in Organizational Leadership - OL 6093 — Organizational Leadership and Learning Capstone - POLS 2403 — Comparative Government - POLS 2413 — World Politics - POLS 3013 — United States Foreign Policy - POLS 3053 — Introduction to Public Administration - POLS 3473 — American National Security - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/professional-community-education/organizational-studies/military-leadership-ba/ --- # Nonprofit Leadership, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The certificate of proficiency in Nonprofit Leadership equips students and professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to advance in a career in the nonprofit sector. This program provides a deep understanding of nonprofit organizations, fundraising, volunteer management, and community development. Through project-based learning, students will develop practical expertise in leading mission-driven organizations. This program meets the needs of those starting a career in the nonprofit sector, as well as those already in the nonprofit sector looking to enhance their leadership abilitie… ## Courses - OL 3233 — Volunteer Leadership and Development - OL 4053 — Philanthropy and Fundraising - OL 4143 — Nonprofit Organizations - OL 4343 — Community Development Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/professional-community-education/organizational-studies/nonprofit-leadership/ --- # Professional Leadership, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Professional Leadership (CP-PL) is a dynamic program designed to cultivate essential skills necessary for tomorrow's leaders. This certificate offers experiential, project-based learning to sharpen your ability to communicate effectively, lead teams, engage stakeholders, and build leadership capacity. The CP-PL can be an add-on credential for current students, as well as a stand-alone credential for currently employed individuals seeking an opportunity to enhance their leadership for career growth and mobility. ## Courses - OL 3023 — Professional Communications - OL 3133 — Principles of Personnel Management - OL 4343 — Community Development - OL 4443 — Professional Leadership - OL 4543 — Workplace Supervision - OL 4643 — Organizational Culture Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/professional-community-education/organizational-studies/professional-leadership-cp/ --- # Project Management, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency (CP) in Project Management is designed to provide individuals with the strategic skills necessary to lead projects from inception to completion. Students will learn to plan, execute, monitor, and close projects effectively, ensuring compliance with project deadlines, budget, and scope. This program benefits those who are looking to boost their effectiveness in a current role, or those who want to pivot into a project-driven career. ## Courses - BAS 4353 — Project Management - BAS 4363 — Project Risk Analysis and Mitigation - BAS 4373 — Leading Agile Projects - BAS 4453 — Root Cause Analysis Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/professional-community-education/organizational-studies/project-management/ --- # Organizational Leadership - Psychology Option, Bachelor of Arts **Degree** The Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership (BAOL) provides students with comprehensive, specialized instruction in the application of leadership skills highly sought after by employers across a variety of career paths and settings. Students can customize the BAOL through a selection of undergraduate certificates in nonprofit leadership, professional leadership, project management, training and development, and workplace supervision, as well as through several concentration areas. ## Courses - BAS 4253 — Quality Control - BAS 4353 — Project Management - BAS 4363 — Project Risk Analysis and Mitigation - BAS 4373 — Leading Agile Projects - BAS 4453 — Root Cause Analysis - BAS 4553 — Occupational Safety - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - LEAD 1003 — Introduction to Leadership - LEAD 2003 — Ethics in Leadership - LEAD 3003 — Leading Teams - LEAD 4003 — Leadership Internship/Capstone Seminar - LEAD 4103 — Special Problems in Leadership - OL 3023 — Professional Communications - OL 3133 — Principles of Personnel Management - OL 3233 — Volunteer Leadership and Development - OL 4043 — Ethical Decision-Making and Development - OL 4053 — Philanthropy and Fundraising - OL 4143 — Nonprofit Organizations - OL 4243 — Adult Learning in Organizations - OL 4343 — Community Development - OL 4443 — Professional Leadership - OL 4543 — Workplace Supervision - OL 4643 — Organizational Culture - OL 4743 — Organizational Change - OL 4843 — Training and Organizational Development - OL 4963 — Organizational Leadership Capstone - OL 4993 — Special Problems in Organizational Leadership - OL 6093 — Organizational Leadership and Learning Capstone - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - PSY 2023 — Consumer Psychology - PSY 3093 — Industrial and Organizational Psychology - PSY 3813 — Lifespan Development - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/professional-community-education/organizational-studies/psychology-ba/ --- # Organizational Leadership - Public Relations Option, Bachelor of Arts **Degree** The Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership (BAOL) provides students with comprehensive, specialized instruction in the application of leadership skills highly sought after by employers across a variety of career paths and settings. Students can customize the BAOL through a selection of undergraduate certificates in nonprofit leadership, professional leadership, project management, training and development, and workplace supervision, as well as through several concentration areas. ## Courses - BAS 4253 — Quality Control - BAS 4353 — Project Management - BAS 4363 — Project Risk Analysis and Mitigation - BAS 4373 — Leading Agile Projects - BAS 4453 — Root Cause Analysis - BAS 4553 — Occupational Safety - COMM 3033 — Interviewing Principles and Practices - COMM 3073 — Group Communication - COMM 4153 — Persuasive Theory and Audience Analysis - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - JOUR 3173 — Public Relations Principles - JOUR 4033 — Community Journalism - JOUR 4083 — Internet Communication - LEAD 1003 — Introduction to Leadership - LEAD 2003 — Ethics in Leadership - LEAD 3003 — Leading Teams - LEAD 4003 — Leadership Internship/Capstone Seminar - LEAD 4103 — Special Problems in Leadership - OL 3023 — Professional Communications - OL 3133 — Principles of Personnel Management - OL 3233 — Volunteer Leadership and Development - OL 4043 — Ethical Decision-Making and Development - OL 4053 — Philanthropy and Fundraising - OL 4143 — Nonprofit Organizations - OL 4243 — Adult Learning in Organizations - OL 4343 — Community Development - OL 4443 — Professional Leadership - OL 4543 — Workplace Supervision - OL 4643 — Organizational Culture - OL 4743 — Organizational Change - OL 4843 — Training and Organizational Development - OL 4963 — Organizational Leadership Capstone - OL 4993 — Special Problems in Organizational Leadership - OL 6093 — Organizational Leadership and Learning Capstone - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/professional-community-education/organizational-studies/public-relations-ba/ --- # Training and Organizational Development, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency (CP) in Training and Organizational Development is designed for individuals in various organizational roles who desire to improve their skills in the areas of employee training/performance, organizational change, organizational coaching, or to pivot their careers toward an HROD field. This certificate equips students with practical strategies in performance management, driving change, implementing organizational development interventions, and establishing an organizational culture of continuous learning and development. ## Courses - OL 3133 — Principles of Personnel Management - OL 4243 — Adult Learning in Organizations - OL 4743 — Organizational Change - OL 4843 — Training and Organizational Development Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/professional-community-education/organizational-studies/training-organizational-development/ --- # Workplace Supervision, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency (CP) in Workforce Supervision equips individuals in front-line leadership positions with practical skills in balancing the requirements for high work performance with the diverse needs of today's workforce. This certificate is designed for the emerging leader preparing to take on a supervisory role for the first time and who is responsible for translating an organization's vision, mission, and objectives to first-level or departmental employees, as well as those who want to enhance their effectiveness as a current team leader. ## Courses - OL 3133 — Principles of Personnel Management - OL 4443 — Professional Leadership - OL 4543 — Workplace Supervision - OL 4643 — Organizational Culture Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/professional-community-education/organizational-studies/workplace-supervision/ --- # Early Childhood Education, Associate of Science **Degree** The Associate of Science in Early Childhood Education is an online program designed to facilitate the completion of academic requirements for various career levels in child care and early childhood education across public and private sectors. The program's coursework fulfills the academic requirements necessary to meet the assessment guidelines for the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. Additionally, the general education courses are transferable toward the Bachelor of Professional Studies degree in Child Development. ## Courses - ECE 2113 — Basic Child Growth and Development - ECE 2313 — Foundations and Theories in Early Childhood Education - ECE 2513 — Curriculum for Early Childhood Education - ECE 2613 — Methods and Materials Using Developmentally Appropriate Practices and Activities for Young Children - ECE 2996 — Practicum in Early Childhood Education - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - NUR 2303 — Nutrition - SPED 2023 — Development and Characteristics of Diverse Learners - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/teaching-educational-leadership/early-childhood-education-as/ --- # Early Childhood Education, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** This specialized Early Childhood Certificate is designed for K-6 teachers who wish to expand their skills and knowledge to teach preschool-aged children (ages 3 and 4). The program consists of 21 hours of comprehensive training, equipping educators with the necessary tools to create engaging, developmentally appropriate learning environments for young learners. ## Courses - ECE 2113 — Basic Child Growth and Development - ECE 2313 — Foundations and Theories in Early Childhood Education - ECE 2513 — Curriculum for Early Childhood Education - ECE 2613 — Methods and Materials Using Developmentally Appropriate Practices and Activities for Young Children - ECE 2996 — Practicum in Early Childhood Education - SPED 2023 — Development and Characteristics of Diverse Learners Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/teaching-educational-leadership/early-childhood-education-cp/ --- # Elementary Education, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The Elementary Education program is designed to equip future educators with the essential knowledge, skills, and dispositions required to effectively teach children in grades K-6. This program is structured to address the needs of today's students, aligning with core competencies expected of professional educators in elementary education. ## Courses - ART 2123 — Experiencing Art - BIOL 1014 — Introduction to Biological Science - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - EDFD 1001 — Orientation to Teaching K-12 - EDMD 2013 — Integrating Instructional Technology - ELED 2003 — Education as a Profession - ELED 2113 — Human Development and Learning Theories - ELED 3123 — Diagnosis and Assessment of Elementary Students - ELED 3133 — Integrated Curriculum - ELED 3143 — Teaching Methods K-6 Social Studies - ELED 4003 — Residency A Seminar - ELED 4033 — Classroom and Behavior Management - ELED 4903 — Residency B Seminar - ELED 4909 — Residency B - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - GEOL 1004 — Essentials of Earth Science - HIST 1503 — World History to 1500 - HIST 1903 — Survey of American History - HIST 2153 — Introduction to Arkansas History - MATH 1003 — Quantitative Literacy - MATH 2033 — Mathematical Concepts I - MATH 2043 — Mathematical Concepts II - MATH 3033 — Methods of Teaching Elementary Mathematics - MUS 2003 — Survey of Music History - PE 3593 — Methods of Teaching Health and Physical Education for K-6 Teachers - PHSC 1013 — Introduction to Physical Science - PHSC 1021 — Physical Science Laboratory - POLS 2003 — American Government - RDNG 3003 — Teaching Literacy Foundations - RDNG 3163 — Content Area Literacy - RDNG 4003 — Literacy Assessment and Intervention - RDNG 4013 — Child and Adolescent Literature - SPED 2023 — Development and Characteristics of Diverse Learners - SPED 3033 — Foundations of Special Education - SPED 3153 — Planning, Instruction, and Assessment for Students with Exceptionalities Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/teaching-educational-leadership/elementary-education-bs/ --- # Middle Level Education - English/Language Arts Option, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The Middle Childhood/Early Adolescence degree provides quality preservice educational instruction and guidance in preparation for teaching grades 4-8. The program prepares and nurtures interdisciplinary teachers who understand the major concepts, principles, theories, and research on developmentally responsive middle schools, adolescent development, planning and implementing curriculum, assessment strategies, professionalism, and advocacy (AMLE, 2022). The program is designed around a conceptual framework which organizes learning expectations and experiences into manageable discipline-specifi… ## Courses - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - ECON 2003 — Principles of Macroeconomics - EDFD 1001 — Orientation to Teaching K-12 - EDMD 2013 — Integrating Instructional Technology - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - ENGL 2043 — Introduction to Creative Writing - ENGL 2063 — Introduction to Literary Studies - ENGL 2223 — Introduction to Poetry - ENGL 2233 — Introduction to Fiction - ENGL 3013 — Systems of Grammar - ENGL 3223 — Young Adult Literature - ENGL 4703 — Teaching English as a Second Language - ENGL 4733 — Teaching English in the Secondary School - HIST 1503 — World History to 1500 - HIST 1513 — World History since 1500 - HIST 2003 — United States History to 1877 - HIST 2153 — Introduction to Arkansas History - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - MATH 2033 — Mathematical Concepts I - MLED 2003 — Education as a Profession - MLED 3013 — Research Foundations - MLED 3023 — Psychological Foundations for the Nature and Needs of Middle Level Students - MLED 3033 — Literacy Development in the Middle Grades - MLED 3063 — Tests & Educational Measurements - MLED 3073 — Students with Exceptionalities in the Classroom - MLED 3103 — Writing in the Content Area - MLED 4003 — Middle Level Curriculum and Pedagogy - MLED 4023 — Residency A Seminar - MLED 4903 — Residency B Seminar - MLED 4909 — Residency B - POLS 2003 — American Government Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/teaching-educational-leadership/middle-level-education-bs-english-language-arts/ --- # Middle Level Education - Mathematics Option, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The Middle Childhood/Early Adolescence degree provides quality preservice educational instruction and guidance in preparation for teaching grades 4-8. The program prepares and nurtures interdisciplinary teachers who understand the major concepts, principles, theories, and research on developmentally responsive middle schools, adolescent development, planning and implementing curriculum, assessment strategies, professionalism, and advocacy (AMLE, 2022). The program is designed around a conceptual framework which organizes learning expectations and experiences into manageable discipline-specifi… ## Courses - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - EDFD 1001 — Orientation to Teaching K-12 - EDMD 2013 — Integrating Instructional Technology - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - ENGL 4703 — Teaching English as a Second Language - HIST 1503 — World History to 1500 - HIST 1513 — World History since 1500 - HIST 2003 — United States History to 1877 - HIST 2153 — Introduction to Arkansas History - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - MATH 1203 — Plane Trigonometry - MATH 2033 — Mathematical Concepts I - MATH 2043 — Mathematical Concepts II - MATH 2703 — Discrete Mathematics - MATH 3033 — Methods of Teaching Elementary Mathematics - MATH 3703 — Mathematics in the Middle and Secondary Schools - MLED 2003 — Education as a Profession - MLED 3013 — Research Foundations - MLED 3023 — Psychological Foundations for the Nature and Needs of Middle Level Students - MLED 3033 — Literacy Development in the Middle Grades - MLED 3063 — Tests & Educational Measurements - MLED 3073 — Students with Exceptionalities in the Classroom - MLED 3103 — Writing in the Content Area - MLED 4003 — Middle Level Curriculum and Pedagogy - MLED 4023 — Residency A Seminar - MLED 4903 — Residency B Seminar - MLED 4909 — Residency B - POLS 2003 — American Government - SPED 3153 — Planning, Instruction, and Assessment for Students with Exceptionalities - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/teaching-educational-leadership/middle-level-education-bs-mathematics/ --- # Middle Level Education - Science Option, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The Middle Childhood/Early Adolescence degree provides quality preservice educational instruction and guidance in preparation for teaching grades 4-8. The program prepares and nurtures interdisciplinary teachers who understand the major concepts, principles, theories, and research on developmentally responsive middle schools, adolescent development, planning and implementing curriculum, assessment strategies, professionalism, and advocacy (AMLE, 2022). The program is designed around a conceptual framework which organizes learning expectations and experiences into manageable discipline-specifi… ## Courses - BIOL 1114 — Principles of Biology - BIOL 2004 — Basic Human Anatomy and Physiology - BIOL 2054 — Microbiology for Health Sciences - BIOL 3223 — Science Education in the Middle Level - CHEM 1111 — Survey of Chemistry Laboratory - CHEM 1113 — A Survey of Chemistry - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - EDFD 1001 — Orientation to Teaching K-12 - EDMD 2013 — Integrating Instructional Technology - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - ENGL 4703 — Teaching English as a Second Language - ENVS 1004 — Principles of Environmental Science - GEOL 1004 — Essentials of Earth Science - HIST 1503 — World History to 1500 - HIST 1903 — Survey of American History - HIST 2153 — Introduction to Arkansas History - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - MATH 2033 — Mathematical Concepts I - MLED 2003 — Education as a Profession - MLED 3013 — Research Foundations - MLED 3023 — Psychological Foundations for the Nature and Needs of Middle Level Students - MLED 3033 — Literacy Development in the Middle Grades - MLED 3063 — Tests & Educational Measurements - MLED 3073 — Students with Exceptionalities in the Classroom - MLED 3103 — Writing in the Content Area - MLED 4003 — Middle Level Curriculum and Pedagogy - MLED 4023 — Residency A Seminar - MLED 4903 — Residency B Seminar - MLED 4909 — Residency B - PHSC 1013 — Introduction to Physical Science - PHSC 1021 — Physical Science Laboratory - PHSC 1053 — Astronomy - PHYS 1114 — Applied Physics - POLS 2003 — American Government - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/teaching-educational-leadership/middle-level-education-bs-science/ --- # Middle Level Education - Social Studies Option, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The Middle Childhood/Early Adolescence degree provides quality preservice educational instruction and guidance in preparation for teaching grades 4-8. The program prepares and nurtures interdisciplinary teachers who understand the major concepts, principles, theories, and research on developmentally responsive middle schools, adolescent development, planning and implementing curriculum, assessment strategies, professionalism, and advocacy (AMLE, 2022). The program is designed around a conceptual framework which organizes learning expectations and experiences into manageable discipline-specifi… ## Courses - BIOL 1014 — Introduction to Biological Science - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - ECON 2003 — Principles of Macroeconomics - EDFD 1001 — Orientation to Teaching K-12 - EDMD 2013 — Integrating Instructional Technology - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - ENGL 4703 — Teaching English as a Second Language - GEOG 2013 — Regional Geography of the World - GEOG 2833 — Introduction to Geographic Information Systems - GEOG 3413 — Geography of Europe - GEOG 3803 — Historical Geography - HIST 1503 — World History to 1500 - HIST 1513 — World History since 1500 - HIST 2003 — United States History to 1877 - HIST 2013 — United States History since 1877 - HIST 2153 — Introduction to Arkansas History - HIST 2513 — Sources and Methods in History - HIST 3433 — The Renaissance and European Expansion, 1300-1550 - HIST 3513 — Europe Since 1939 - HIST 4714 — Social Studies Methods for Secondary Teachers - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - MATH 2033 — Mathematical Concepts I - MLED 2003 — Education as a Profession - MLED 3013 — Research Foundations - MLED 3023 — Psychological Foundations for the Nature and Needs of Middle Level Students - MLED 3033 — Literacy Development in the Middle Grades - MLED 3063 — Tests & Educational Measurements - MLED 3073 — Students with Exceptionalities in the Classroom - MLED 3103 — Writing in the Content Area - MLED 4003 — Middle Level Curriculum and Pedagogy - MLED 4023 — Residency A Seminar - MLED 4903 — Residency B Seminar - MLED 4909 — Residency B - POLS 2003 — American Government - POLS 3013 — United States Foreign Policy - POLS 3023 — Judicial Process - POLS 3033 — American State and Local Government - POLS 3123 — American Political Behavior - POLS 3143 — The United States Presidency - SOC 1003 — Introductory Sociology Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/teaching-educational-leadership/middle-level-education-bs-social-studies/ --- # Middle Level Education, Minor The minor in Middle Level Education is designed for students who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the developmental stages and unique needs of adolescents. This minor does not lead to teaching licensure but equips students with valuable insights and knowledge applicable in various professional contexts, including education, counseling, social work, and youth services. Students seeking the Bachelor of Science in Middle Level Education aren't eligible to declare the minor in Middle Level Education. ## Courses - ELED 2003 — Education as a Profession - MLED 2003 — Education as a Profession - MLED 3023 — Psychological Foundations for the Nature and Needs of Middle Level Students - MLED 3033 — Literacy Development in the Middle Grades - MLED 3063 — Tests & Educational Measurements - MLED 3073 — Students with Exceptionalities in the Classroom - MLED 3103 — Writing in the Content Area - SEED 2003 — Education as a Profession Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/teaching-educational-leadership/middle-level-education-minor/ --- # Secondary Education, Advanced Certificate **Certificate** The Advanced Secondary Certificate program is designed for students pursuing a four-year degree in a specific subject area while simultaneously completing educational coursework to qualify for teaching at the secondary level. This unique program allows students to fulfill the requirements for both their subject-specific degree and a teaching credential, preparing them for a career in secondary education. ## Courses - EDMD 2013 — Integrating Instructional Technology - SEED 2003 — Education as a Profession - SEED 2113 — Human Development and Learning Theories - SEED 4503 — Seminar in Secondary Education - SEED 4553 — Classroom Application of Educational Psychology - SEED 4909 — Residency B - SPED 4052 — Educating Diverse and Exceptional Learners Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/teaching-educational-leadership/secondary-education-ac/ --- # Secondary Education The secondary education curriculum at Arkansas Tech University is designed to equip teacher candidates with the necessary skills and knowledge for teaching careers at the secondary level (grades 7-12, 4-12, or K-12, depending on the chosen major). Teacher candidates who complete the CAEP-accredited secondary education program will be eligible for licensure in their respective areas of specialization. The program focuses on three key components of teacher education: a robust general education foundation, an in-depth understanding of the selected teaching field, and a comprehensive understandin… Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/education-health/teaching-educational-leadership/secondary-education/ --- # Biology - Biomedical Option, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The Biomedical Degree Option provides a comprehensive foundation for students aspiring to enter a variety of health-related professions. This program is tailored for those aiming to pursue advanced studies and careers in Medical Laboratory Science, Nuclear Medicine Technology, Medical School, Dental School, Veterinary School, and Physical Therapy School. Graduates are well-prepared to embark on professional pathways in diverse medical careers or continue their education in specialized graduate programs. Additionally, some graduates choose to pursue careers in teaching, leveraging their strong… ## Courses - AHS 2013 — Medical Terminology - BIOL 1011 — Orientation to the Biological Sciences - BIOL 1114 — Principles of Biology - BIOL 2014 — Human Anatomy - BIOL 2124 — Principles of Zoology - BIOL 2134 — Principles of Botany - BIOL 3033 — Bioinformatics - BIOL 3034 — Genetics - BIOL 3054 — Microbiology - BIOL 3064 — Parasitology - BIOL 3074 — Human Physiology - BIOL 3114 — Principles of Ecology - BIOL 3803 — Applied Pathophysiology - BIOL 4023 — Immunology - BIOL 4033 — Cell Biology - BIOL 4054 — Vertebrate Histology - BIOL 4074 — Molecular Genetics - BIOL 4094 — Coastal Ecology - BIOL 4881 — Advanced Topics in Biology - BIOL 4882 — Advanced Topics in Biology - BIOL 4883 — Advanced Topics in Biology - BIOL 4884 — Advanced Topics in Biology - BIOL 4891 — Seminar in Biology - BIOL 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Biology - BIOL 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Biology - BIOL 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Biology - BIOL 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Biology - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 2130 — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 2134 — General Chemistry II - CHEM 3254 — Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry - CHEM 3264 — Mechanistic Organic Chemistry - CHEM 3344 — Principles of Biochemistry - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - PE 2513 — First Aid - PHIL 3103 — Logic - PHYS 2000 — Physics Laboratory I - PHYS 2010 — Physics Laboratory II - PHYS 2014 — Algebra-Based Physics I - PHYS 2024 — Algebra-Based Physics II - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - PSY 2053 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences - PSY 3003 — Abnormal Psychology - PSY 3013 — Psychosocial Aspects of Death and Dying - PSY 3813 — Lifespan Development - PSY 4133 — Psychopharmacology - SOC 1003 — Introductory Sociology - SOC 2053 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/biological-and-earth-sciences/biology-biomedical-option-bs/ --- # Biology - Biostatistics Option, Bachelor of Science **Degree** ## Courses - BDA 3013 — Business Spreadsheet Modeling - BDA 3033 — Data Modeling and Management - BIOL 1011 — Orientation to the Biological Sciences - BIOL 1114 — Principles of Biology - BIOL 2124 — Principles of Zoology - BIOL 2134 — Principles of Botany - BIOL 3033 — Bioinformatics - BIOL 3034 — Genetics - BIOL 3054 — Microbiology - BIOL 3114 — Principles of Ecology - BIOL 4094 — Coastal Ecology - BIOL 4891 — Seminar in Biology - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 2130 — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 2134 — General Chemistry II - CHEM 3254 — Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry - CHEM 3264 — Mechanistic Organic Chemistry - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - PHYS 2000 — Physics Laboratory I - PHYS 2010 — Physics Laboratory II - PHYS 2014 — Algebra-Based Physics I - PHYS 2024 — Algebra-Based Physics II - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - SOC 1003 — Introductory Sociology - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods - STAT 2304 — Programming Languages for Data Science - STAT 3113 — Regression Analysis - STAT 3183 — Statistical Process Control - STAT 4113 — Categorical Data Analysis - STAT 4153 — Experimental Design and Analysis - STAT 4163 — Mathematical Statistics - STAT 4383 — Machine Learning - STAT 4393 — Statistical Learning Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/biological-and-earth-sciences/biology-biostatistics-option-bs/ --- # Biology - Ecology and Evolution Option, Bachelor of Science **Degree** Pursuing a biology degree with a focus on ecology and evolution offers students a comprehensive understanding of the dynamic relationships between organisms and their environments, as well as the processes driving biological diversity and adaptation. Students will gain hands-on experience in fieldwork, laboratory research, and data analysis, honing skills in ecological and evolutionary theory, and conservation biology. This program prepares graduates for a wide range of careers, including environmental consulting, academic research, and roles in governmental and non-governmental organizations… ## Courses - BIOL 1011 — Orientation to the Biological Sciences - BIOL 1114 — Principles of Biology - BIOL 2014 — Human Anatomy - BIOL 2124 — Principles of Zoology - BIOL 2134 — Principles of Botany - BIOL 3004 — Plant Taxonomy - BIOL 3034 — Genetics - BIOL 3054 — Microbiology - BIOL 3064 — Parasitology - BIOL 3074 — Human Physiology - BIOL 3084 — Ichthyology - BIOL 3104 — Introduction to Entomology - BIOL 3114 — Principles of Ecology - BIOL 3134 — Invertebrate Zoology - BIOL 3144 — Ornithology - BIOL 3154 — Mammalogy - BIOL 3174 — Physiological Ecology - BIOL 3224 — Herpetology - BIOL 4023 — Immunology - BIOL 4033 — Cell Biology - BIOL 4044 — Dendrology - BIOL 4054 — Vertebrate Histology - BIOL 4074 — Molecular Genetics - BIOL 4094 — Coastal Ecology - BIOL 4891 — Seminar in Biology - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 2130 — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 2134 — General Chemistry II - CHEM 3254 — Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry - CHEM 3264 — Mechanistic Organic Chemistry - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - PHYS 2000 — Physics Laboratory I - PHYS 2010 — Physics Laboratory II - PHYS 2014 — Algebra-Based Physics I - PHYS 2024 — Algebra-Based Physics II - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - PSY 2053 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences - SOC 1003 — Introductory Sociology - SOC 2053 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/biological-and-earth-sciences/biology-ecology-evolution-option-bs/ --- # Biology - Environmental Option, Bachelor of Science **Degree** Pursuing a biology degree with a focus on environmental science will provide students with a thorough understanding of the complex interactions between natural systems and human activities. Students will engage in hands-on experiences through fieldwork, laboratory research, and environmental monitoring, developing expertise in areas such as ecosystem management, pollution control, and sustainability practices. This program prepares graduates for diverse careers in environmental consulting, natural resource management, environmental policy, and roles within governmental and non-governmental or… ## Courses - BIOL 1004 — Principles of Environmental Science - BIOL 1011 — Orientation to the Biological Sciences - BIOL 1114 — Principles of Biology - BIOL 2124 — Principles of Zoology - BIOL 2134 — Principles of Botany - BIOL 3004 — Plant Taxonomy - BIOL 3033 — Bioinformatics - BIOL 3034 — Genetics - BIOL 3043 — Conservation - BIOL 3054 — Microbiology - BIOL 3064 — Parasitology - BIOL 3084 — Ichthyology - BIOL 3104 — Introduction to Entomology - BIOL 3114 — Principles of Ecology - BIOL 3134 — Invertebrate Zoology - BIOL 3144 — Ornithology - BIOL 3154 — Mammalogy - BIOL 3174 — Physiological Ecology - BIOL 3184 — Animal Behavior - BIOL 3224 — Herpetology - BIOL 3353 — Fundamentals of Toxicology - BIOL 4023 — Immunology - BIOL 4024 — Limnology - BIOL 4043 — Conservation Genetics - BIOL 4044 — Dendrology - BIOL 4054 — Vertebrate Histology - BIOL 4064 — Evolutionary Biology - BIOL 4094 — Coastal Ecology - BIOL 4111 — Environmental Seminar - BIOL 4112 — Biology Internship - BIOL 4114 — Biology Internship - BIOL 4124 — Biological Assessment of Water Quality - BIOL 4163 — Biodiversity and Conservation Biology - BIOL 4881 — Advanced Topics in Biology - BIOL 4882 — Advanced Topics in Biology - BIOL 4883 — Advanced Topics in Biology - BIOL 4884 — Advanced Topics in Biology - BIOL 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Biology - BIOL 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Biology - BIOL 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Biology - BIOL 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Biology - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 2130 — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 2134 — General Chemistry II - CHEM 3254 — Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry - CHEM 3264 — Mechanistic Organic Chemistry - CHEM 3313 — Environmental Chemistry - CHEM 4991 — Special Problems in Chemistry - CHEM 4992 — Special Problems in Chemistry - CHEM 4993 — Special Problems in Chemistry - CHEM 4994 — Special Problems in Chemistry - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - FW 2833 — Introduction to Geographic Information Systems - FW 3074 — Habitat Evaluation - FW 4034 — Advanced Geographic Information Systems Applications - GEOL 1014 — Physical Geology - GEOL 3083 — Hydrogeology - GEOL 3153 — Environmental Geology - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - PHYS 2000 — Physics Laboratory I - PHYS 2010 — Physics Laboratory II - PHYS 2014 — Algebra-Based Physics I - PHYS 2024 — Algebra-Based Physics II - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - PSY 2053 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences - SOC 1003 — Introductory Sociology - SOC 2053 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/biological-and-earth-sciences/biology-environmental-option-bs/ --- # Biology Minor The minor in biology is available to students who wish to add to their knowledge of this increasingly important field for personal edification or for professional purposes, but choose not to complete a major in biology. ## Courses - BIOL 1014 — Introduction to Biological Science - BIOL 1114 — Principles of Biology - BIOL 2124 — Principles of Zoology - BIOL 2134 — Principles of Botany Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/biological-and-earth-sciences/biology-minor/ --- # Fisheries and Wildlife Science - Fisheries Option, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The fisheries and wildlife science program is a professional program designed to prepare qualified field and research biologists, as well as to provide a sound foundation for those students who intend to pursue graduate studies in wildlife biology, fisheries biology or field ecology. Through selection of elective courses, graduates are required to meet certification requirements of The Wildlife Society or the American Fisheries Society. ## Courses - AGPM 3104 — Introduction to Entomology - AGSS 2014 — Soils - BIOL 1114 — Principles of Biology - BIOL 2124 — Principles of Zoology - BIOL 2134 — Principles of Botany - BIOL 3004 — Plant Taxonomy - BIOL 3033 — Bioinformatics - BIOL 3034 — Genetics - BIOL 3064 — Parasitology - BIOL 3104 — Introduction to Entomology - BIOL 3174 — Physiological Ecology - BIOL 3184 — Animal Behavior - BIOL 4043 — Conservation Genetics - BIOL 4044 — Dendrology - BIOL 4064 — Evolutionary Biology - BIOL 4094 — Coastal Ecology - CHEM 1111 — Survey of Chemistry Laboratory - CHEM 1113 — A Survey of Chemistry - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 2204 — Organic Physiological Chemistry - ECON 2003 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - FW 1001 — Orientation to Fisheries and Wildlife Science - FW 2013 — Natural Resources Communications - FW 3053 — Fisheries and Wildlife Administration - FW 3084 — Ichthyology - FW 3114 — Principles of Ecology - FW 3173 — Biostatistics - FW 4001 — Senior Seminar in Fisheries and Wildlife Biology - FW 4003 — Principles of Wildlife Management - FW 4024 — Limnology - FW 4043 — Fisheries Techniques - FW 4083 — Principles of Fisheries Management - FW 4103 — Human Dimensions of Fisheries and Wildlife Management - GEOL 1014 — Physical Geology - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - MATH 2243 — Calculus for Business and Economics - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - MATH 2924 — Calculus II - MATH 2934 — Calculus III - STAT 2304 — Programming Languages for Data Science - STAT 3113 — Regression Analysis - STAT 4153 — Experimental Design and Analysis Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/biological-and-earth-sciences/fisheries-wildlife-science-fisheries-option-bs/ --- # Fisheries and Wildlife Science - Wildlife Option, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The fisheries and wildlife science program is a professional program designed to prepare qualified field and research biologists, as well as to provide a sound foundation for those students who intend to pursue graduate studies in wildlife biology, fisheries biology or field ecology. Through selection of elective courses, graduates are required to meet certification requirements of The Wildlife Society or the American Fisheries Society. ## Courses - AGPM 3104 — Introduction to Entomology - AGSS 2014 — Soils - BIOL 1114 — Principles of Biology - BIOL 2124 — Principles of Zoology - BIOL 2134 — Principles of Botany - BIOL 3004 — Plant Taxonomy - BIOL 3033 — Bioinformatics - BIOL 3034 — Genetics - BIOL 3064 — Parasitology - BIOL 3104 — Introduction to Entomology - BIOL 3174 — Physiological Ecology - BIOL 3184 — Animal Behavior - BIOL 4043 — Conservation Genetics - BIOL 4044 — Dendrology - BIOL 4064 — Evolutionary Biology - BIOL 4094 — Coastal Ecology - CHEM 1111 — Survey of Chemistry Laboratory - CHEM 1113 — A Survey of Chemistry - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 2204 — Organic Physiological Chemistry - ECON 2003 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - FW 1001 — Orientation to Fisheries and Wildlife Science - FW 2013 — Natural Resources Communications - FW 3053 — Fisheries and Wildlife Administration - FW 3114 — Principles of Ecology - FW 3144 — Ornithology - FW 3154 — Mammalogy - FW 3173 — Biostatistics - FW 4001 — Senior Seminar in Fisheries and Wildlife Biology - FW 4003 — Principles of Wildlife Management - FW 4013 — Wildlife Techniques - FW 4014 — Forest Ecology and Management - FW 4064 — Wetland Ecology and Management - FW 4083 — Principles of Fisheries Management - FW 4103 — Human Dimensions of Fisheries and Wildlife Management - GEOL 1014 — Physical Geology - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - MATH 2243 — Calculus for Business and Economics - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - MATH 2924 — Calculus II - MATH 2934 — Calculus III - STAT 2304 — Programming Languages for Data Science - STAT 3113 — Regression Analysis - STAT 4153 — Experimental Design and Analysis Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/biological-and-earth-sciences/fisheries-wildlife-science-wildlife-option-bs/ --- # Geosciences, Bachelor of Science **Degree** Geoscience involves the study of Earth's physical and chemical processes, environmental systems, and natural resources. Processes that produce landforms, cause earthquakes, generate volcanism, form rocks and minerals, govern the movement and residence of surface and ground waters are all subjects of geological interest, as well as the history of Earth and the record of life on Earth, as preserved in fossils. ## Courses - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 2130 — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 2134 — General Chemistry II - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - ENGL 2053 — Technical Writing - ENVS 1004 — Principles of Environmental Science - GEOL 1004 — Essentials of Earth Science - GEOL 1014 — Physical Geology - GEOL 2024 — Historical Geology - GEOL 3001 — Seminar - GEOL 3004 — Structural Geology - GEOL 3014 — Mineralogy - GEOL 3023 — Geologic Field Techniques - GEOL 3044 — Geomorphology - GEOL 3083 — Hydrogeology - GEOL 3164 — Petrology - GEOL 4001 — Seminar - GEOL 4006 — Field Geology - GEOL 4023 — Principles of Stratigraphy and Sedimentation - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - MATH 1203 — Plane Trigonometry - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - PHYS 2000 — Physics Laboratory I - PHYS 2010 — Physics Laboratory II - PHYS 2014 — Algebra-Based Physics I - PHYS 2024 — Algebra-Based Physics II - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods - STEM 1001 — Orientation to the College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/biological-and-earth-sciences/geosciences-bs/ --- # Geosciences Minor The minor in geoscience is primarily designed for students who are majoring in disciplines where a broader background in geoscience can aid in recognizing and addressing geological hazards, natural disasters, environmental issues, natural resource management, conservation, and land use planning. Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/biological-and-earth-sciences/geosciences-minor/ --- # Pre-Health Profession in Biology, Advanced Certificate **Certificate** The pre-health profession advanced certificate is designed to provide students a guide to select "high impact" courses on their way to application in health professional schools (e.g., medical, dental, pharmacy, physician's assistant, physical therapy, occupational therapy, etc.). The goal of the advanced certificate is that students will be better prepared for entrance exams and have a greater success rate in the application process to a health professional school. ## Courses - BIOL 1114 — Principles of Biology - BIOL 2014 — Human Anatomy - BIOL 3034 — Genetics - BIOL 3054 — Microbiology - BIOL 3064 — Parasitology - BIOL 3074 — Human Physiology - BIOL 3803 — Applied Pathophysiology - BIOL 4023 — Immunology - BIOL 4033 — Cell Biology - BIOL 4054 — Vertebrate Histology - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 2130 — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 2134 — General Chemistry II - CHEM 3250 — Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry Laboratory - CHEM 3254 — Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry - CHEM 3260 — Mechanistic Organic Chemistry Laboratory - CHEM 3264 — Mechanistic Organic Chemistry - CHEM 3340 — Principles of Biochemistry Laboratory - CHEM 3344 — Principles of Biochemistry - PHYS 2000 — Physics Laboratory I - PHYS 2010 — Physics Laboratory II - PHYS 2014 — Algebra-Based Physics I - PHYS 2024 — Algebra-Based Physics II - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/biological-and-earth-sciences/pre-health-profession-biology-ac/ --- # Computer Networking, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** This program will provide students with foundational skills of computer networking and computer hardware concepts, which could lead to an industry certification in computer networking (Network+) and/or in PC repair/maintenance (A+). ## Courses - COMS 2703 — Computer Hardware and Architecture - CSEC 1113 — Introduction to Networking - CSEC 1213 — Wireless and Cellular Security - CSEC 2213 — Network Forensics and Incident Response - CSEC 2223 — Virtualization Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/engineering-computing-sciences/computing-sciences/computer-networking-cp/ --- # Computer Programming, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** This program will provide students with the fundamentals of programming concepts, which could lead to an industry certification in the C++ programming language. ## Courses - COMS 1011 — Programming Foundations I Lab - COMS 1013 — Programming Foundations I - COMS 2203 — Programming Foundations II - COMS 2213 — Data Structures - MATH 2703 — Discrete Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/engineering-computing-sciences/computing-sciences/computer-programming-cp/ --- # Computer Science - Artificial Intelligence Option, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with an Artificial Intelligence focus provides students with a strong foundation in computing principles, mathematical reasoning, and software development, with specialized study in intelligent systems. The program emphasizes problem solving, algorithmic thinking, and the development of data-driven and adaptive software solutions. ## Courses - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - COMS 1011 — Programming Foundations I Lab - COMS 1013 — Programming Foundations I - COMS 2013 — AI Fundamentals - COMS 2203 — Programming Foundations II - COMS 2213 — Data Structures - COMS 2223 — Computer Organization and Programming - COMS 2323 — Programming in Python - COMS 2703 — Computer Hardware and Architecture - COMS 3053 — Ethical Issues in Technology - COMS 3213 — Algorithm Design and Analysis - COMS 3233 — Database Design and Implementation - COMS 3243 — Data Mining - COMS 3313 — Software Engineering - COMS 3613 — Advanced AI - COMS 3703 — Advanced Operating Systems - COMS 4413 — Parallel and Distributed Computing - COMS 4613 — Natural Language Processing - COMS 4633 — Computer Vision - COMS 4653 — Big Data and Cloud Computing - COMS 4913 — Capstone I - COMS 4923 — Capstone II - CSEC 1003 — Introduction to Cybersecurity - CSEC 1113 — Introduction to Networking - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 2703 — Discrete Mathematics - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - MATH 2924 — Calculus II - MATH 4003 — Linear Algebra I - STAT 3153 — Applied Statistics - STAT 4383 — Machine Learning - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University - TECH 1013 — Introduction to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/engineering-computing-sciences/computing-sciences/computer-science-ai-bs/ --- # Computer Science - Software Development Option, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a Software Development focus provides students with a strong foundation in computing principles, mathematical reasoning, and software design. The program emphasizes problem solving, algorithmic thinking, and the development of reliable and efficient software systems. ## Courses - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - COMS 1011 — Programming Foundations I Lab - COMS 1013 — Programming Foundations I - COMS 1333 — Web and Mobile Technologies - COMS 2013 — AI Fundamentals - COMS 2163 — Scripting Languages - COMS 2203 — Programming Foundations II - COMS 2213 — Data Structures - COMS 2223 — Computer Organization and Programming - COMS 2323 — Programming in Python - COMS 2703 — Computer Hardware and Architecture - COMS 3053 — Ethical Issues in Technology - COMS 3213 — Algorithm Design and Analysis - COMS 3233 — Database Design and Implementation - COMS 3313 — Software Engineering - COMS 3703 — Advanced Operating Systems - COMS 4103 — Organization of Programming Languages - COMS 4413 — Parallel and Distributed Computing - COMS 4913 — Capstone I - COMS 4923 — Capstone II - CSEC 1003 — Introduction to Cybersecurity - CSEC 1113 — Introduction to Networking - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 2703 — Discrete Mathematics - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - MATH 2924 — Calculus II - MATH 4003 — Linear Algebra I - STAT 3153 — Applied Statistics - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University - TECH 1013 — Introduction to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/engineering-computing-sciences/computing-sciences/computer-science-software-development-bs/ --- # Cybersecurity, Associate of Applied Science **Degree** An Associates of Applied Science (AAS) in Cybersecurity graduate will understand the techniques used to compromise and infiltrate systems as well as the proven methods to protect data. The AAS in Cybersecurity degree includes courses in programming, wireless technologies, mathematics, and networking with focused concentrations in both theory and hands-on experience. ## Courses - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - COMS 1011 — Programming Foundations I Lab - COMS 1013 — Programming Foundations I - COMS 2013 — AI Fundamentals - COMS 2203 — Programming Foundations II - COMS 2213 — Data Structures - COMS 2323 — Programming in Python - CSEC 1003 — Introduction to Cybersecurity - CSEC 1113 — Introduction to Networking - CSEC 1213 — Wireless and Cellular Security - CSEC 2213 — Network Forensics and Incident Response - CSEC 2223 — Virtualization - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 2243 — Calculus for Business and Economics - MATH 2703 — Discrete Mathematics - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University - TECH 1013 — Introduction to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/engineering-computing-sciences/computing-sciences/cybersecurity-aas/ --- # Cybersecurity, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The rise in cyber threats has created an unprecedented demand for cybersecurity specialists. Data breaches, malware infections, and software vulnerabilities are common in today's technology and it is critical to fully understand how these attacks occur, how to prevent them, and how to recover. Cybersecurity graduates will understand techniques used as well as the best methods to protect data. The cybersecurity degree includes courses in programming, wireless technologies, mathematics, and networking concentrating on theory and hands-on experience. ## Courses - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - COMS 1011 — Programming Foundations I Lab - COMS 1013 — Programming Foundations I - COMS 2013 — AI Fundamentals - COMS 2203 — Programming Foundations II - COMS 2213 — Data Structures - COMS 2223 — Computer Organization and Programming - COMS 2323 — Programming in Python - COMS 3233 — Database Design and Implementation - COMS 3703 — Advanced Operating Systems - CSEC 1003 — Introduction to Cybersecurity - CSEC 1113 — Introduction to Networking - CSEC 1213 — Wireless and Cellular Security - CSEC 2213 — Network Forensics and Incident Response - CSEC 2223 — Virtualization - CSEC 3123 — Cyber Defense I - CSEC 3223 — Programming Embedded Systems - CSEC 3233 — Cyber Defense II - CSEC 3243 — Computer Architecture - CSEC 4123 — Applied Cryptography - CSEC 4133 — Large Scale Distributed Systems - CSEC 4143 — Building Secure Software - CSEC 4153 — Human Factors in Cybersecurity - CSEC 4213 — Information Systems Risk Management - CSEC 4233 — Legal Issues in Cybersecurity - CSEC 4243 — Software Security Analysis and Reverse Engineering - CSEC 4293 — Cybersecurity Capstone Project - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 2243 — Calculus for Business and Economics - MATH 2703 — Discrete Mathematics - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University - TECH 1013 — Introduction to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/engineering-computing-sciences/computing-sciences/cybersecurity-bs/ --- # Information Technology, Associate of Applied Science **Degree** The Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology prepares students for entry-level employment in information technology by emphasizing the practical application of computing skills in professional environments. The program focuses on developing foundational technical competencies needed to support and maintain modern computing systems. ## Courses - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - COMS 1011 — Programming Foundations I Lab - COMS 1013 — Programming Foundations I - COMS 2013 — AI Fundamentals - COMS 2203 — Programming Foundations II - COMS 2323 — Programming in Python - COMS 2703 — Computer Hardware and Architecture - CSEC 1003 — Introduction to Cybersecurity - CSEC 1113 — Introduction to Networking - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University - TECH 1013 — Introduction to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/engineering-computing-sciences/computing-sciences/it-aas/ --- # Information Technology - Programming, Database, and Web, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a Programming, Database, and Web focus prepares students to apply computing technologies to the development and support of modern information systems. The program emphasizes practical problem solving, software development, and the effective use of data to support organizational and user needs. ## Courses - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - COMS 1011 — Programming Foundations I Lab - COMS 1013 — Programming Foundations I - COMS 1333 — Web and Mobile Technologies - COMS 2013 — AI Fundamentals - COMS 2163 — Scripting Languages - COMS 2203 — Programming Foundations II - COMS 2213 — Data Structures - COMS 2323 — Programming in Python - COMS 2703 — Computer Hardware and Architecture - COMS 3053 — Ethical Issues in Technology - COMS 3163 — Web Programming - COMS 3233 — Database Design and Implementation - COMS 3243 — Data Mining - COMS 3363 — Server Administration - COMS 3413 — App Development - COMS 3523 — Human Factors in Information Technology - COMS 4033 — Information Systems Analysis and Design - COMS 4213 — Database Administration - COMS 4913 — Capstone I - COMS 4923 — Capstone II - CSEC 1003 — Introduction to Cybersecurity - CSEC 1113 — Introduction to Networking - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - MATH 2243 — Calculus for Business and Economics - MATH 2703 — Discrete Mathematics - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University - TECH 1013 — Introduction to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/engineering-computing-sciences/computing-sciences/it-bs/ --- # Information Technology - Networking and Security, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a Network and Security focus prepares students to design, implement, and support secure computing and networked systems in organizational environments. The program emphasizes the practical application of information technology, with attention to system reliability, security, and operational effectiveness. ## Courses - COMM 2003 — Public Speaking - COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking - COMS 1011 — Programming Foundations I Lab - COMS 1013 — Programming Foundations I - COMS 2013 — AI Fundamentals - COMS 2203 — Programming Foundations II - COMS 2213 — Data Structures - COMS 2323 — Programming in Python - COMS 2703 — Computer Hardware and Architecture - COMS 3053 — Ethical Issues in Technology - COMS 3233 — Database Design and Implementation - COMS 3363 — Server Administration - COMS 3373 — Data Center Operations - COMS 3523 — Human Factors in Information Technology - COMS 4713 — Networking Practicum - COMS 4913 — Capstone I - COMS 4923 — Capstone II - CSEC 1003 — Introduction to Cybersecurity - CSEC 1113 — Introduction to Networking - CSEC 2213 — Network Forensics and Incident Response - CSEC 2223 — Virtualization - CSEC 3123 — Cyber Defense I - CSEC 3233 — Cyber Defense II - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 1113 — College Algebra - MATH 2243 — Calculus for Business and Economics - MATH 2703 — Discrete Mathematics - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University - TECH 1013 — Introduction to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/engineering-computing-sciences/computing-sciences/it-networking-bs/ --- # Computer Engineering, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The computer engineering degree provides the educational background for engineers to pursue a career in the integrated hardware and software design development cycle for a variety of industries. Computer engineering is an academic discipline that blends electrical and electronic engineering with computer science. ## Courses - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - CMPE 4191 — Computer Engineering Design Project I - CMPE 4192 — Computer Engineering Design Project II - COMS 1011 — Programming Foundations I Lab - COMS 1013 — Programming Foundations I - COMS 2203 — Programming Foundations II - COMS 2213 — Data Structures - COMS 2223 — Computer Organization and Programming - COMS 3703 — Advanced Operating Systems - ELEG 1011 — Introduction to Electrical and Computer Engineering - ELEG 2103 — Electric Circuits I - ELEG 2111 — Electric Circuits Laboratory - ELEG 2113 — Electric Circuits II - ELEG 2130 — Digital Logic Design Lab - ELEG 2134 — Digital Logic Design - ELEG 3103 — Electronics I - ELEG 3123 — Signals and Systems - ELEG 3133 — Microprocessor Systems Design - ELEG 3143 — Electromagnetics - ELEG 4103 — Electronics II - ELEG 4113 — Digital Signal Processing - ELEG 4122 — Electrical Systems Lab - ELEG 4133 — Advanced Digital Design - ELEG 4143 — Communication Systems I - ELEG 4303 — Control Systems - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 2703 — Discrete Mathematics - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - MATH 2924 — Calculus II - MATH 2934 — Calculus III - MATH 3243 — Differential Equations I - PHYS 2000 — Physics Laboratory I - PHYS 2010 — Physics Laboratory II - PHYS 2114 — Calculus-Based Physics I - PHYS 2124 — Calculus-Based Physics II - STAT 3153 — Applied Statistics - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/engineering-computing-sciences/electrical-engineering/computer-engineering-bs/ --- # Electrical Engineering - Biomedical Option, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The biomedical option within the electrical engineering degree program allows graduates to pursue a career in the biomedical engineering discipline or to pursue a graduate degree in biomedical engineering. An additional 15 course credit hours beyond the 122 required for the degree will qualify graduates to apply for a post graduate medical degree program. The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org under the commission's General Criteria and Program Criteria for Electrical, Computer, Communica… ## Courses - BIOL 1114 — Principles of Biology - BIOL 2014 — Human Anatomy - BIOL 3034 — Genetics - BIOL 3074 — Human Physiology - BIOL 4033 — Cell Biology - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 2130 — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 2134 — General Chemistry II - CHEM 3254 — Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry - CHEM 3264 — Mechanistic Organic Chemistry - CHEM 3344 — Principles of Biochemistry - COMS 1011 — Programming Foundations I Lab - COMS 1013 — Programming Foundations I - ELEG 1011 — Introduction to Electrical and Computer Engineering - ELEG 2103 — Electric Circuits I - ELEG 2111 — Electric Circuits Laboratory - ELEG 2113 — Electric Circuits II - ELEG 2130 — Digital Logic Design Lab - ELEG 2134 — Digital Logic Design - ELEG 3103 — Electronics I - ELEG 3123 — Signals and Systems - ELEG 3133 — Microprocessor Systems Design - ELEG 3143 — Electromagnetics - ELEG 4103 — Electronics II - ELEG 4113 — Digital Signal Processing - ELEG 4122 — Electrical Systems Lab - ELEG 4143 — Communication Systems I - ELEG 4191 — Electrical Design Project I - ELEG 4192 — Electrical Design Project II - ELEG 4303 — Control Systems - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 2703 — Discrete Mathematics - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - MATH 2924 — Calculus II - MATH 2934 — Calculus III - MATH 3243 — Differential Equations I - PHYS 2000 — Physics Laboratory I - PHYS 2010 — Physics Laboratory II - PHYS 2114 — Calculus-Based Physics I - PHYS 2124 — Calculus-Based Physics II - PSY 2003 — General Psychology - SOC 1003 — Introductory Sociology - STAT 3153 — Applied Statistics - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/engineering-computing-sciences/electrical-engineering/electrical-engineering-biomedical-bsee/ --- # Electrical Engineering, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The electrical engineering degree will prepare you for an exciting and rewarding career in a wide range of areas within the umbrella of the electrical engineering profession. Electrical engineers design and construct systems for aerospace, multimedia, telecommunications, electric power, robotics, signal processing and controls. In the aerospace arena electrical engineers develop new sensors, control and power systems. In communications, new networks are under development that will enhance both data and voice communications. Intelligent robotic systems are being developed to locate survivors i… ## Courses - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - COMS 1011 — Programming Foundations I Lab - COMS 1013 — Programming Foundations I - COMS 2203 — Programming Foundations II - ELEG 1011 — Introduction to Electrical and Computer Engineering - ELEG 2103 — Electric Circuits I - ELEG 2111 — Electric Circuits Laboratory - ELEG 2113 — Electric Circuits II - ELEG 2130 — Digital Logic Design Lab - ELEG 2134 — Digital Logic Design - ELEG 3103 — Electronics I - ELEG 3123 — Signals and Systems - ELEG 3133 — Microprocessor Systems Design - ELEG 3143 — Electromagnetics - ELEG 3153 — Electrical Machines - ELEG 4103 — Electronics II - ELEG 4113 — Digital Signal Processing - ELEG 4122 — Electrical Systems Lab - ELEG 4143 — Communication Systems I - ELEG 4191 — Electrical Design Project I - ELEG 4192 — Electrical Design Project II - ELEG 4303 — Control Systems - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 2703 — Discrete Mathematics - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - MATH 2924 — Calculus II - MATH 2934 — Calculus III - MATH 3243 — Differential Equations I - MGMT 4203 — Project Management - PHYS 2000 — Physics Laboratory I - PHYS 2010 — Physics Laboratory II - PHYS 2114 — Calculus-Based Physics I - PHYS 2124 — Calculus-Based Physics II - STAT 3153 — Applied Statistics - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/engineering-computing-sciences/electrical-engineering/electrical-engineering-bs/ --- # Electronic Circuit Design and Analysis, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** ## Courses - ELEG 2103 — Electric Circuits I - ELEG 2111 — Electric Circuits Laboratory - ELEG 2113 — Electric Circuits II - ELEG 3103 — Electronics I - ELEG 4103 — Electronics II Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/engineering-computing-sciences/electrical-engineering/electronic-circuit-design-analysis/ --- # Manufacturing, Associate of Science **Degree** The Associate of Science in Manufacturing program is aimed at providing graduates with an understanding of the processes, problems, and overall environment of the manufacturing industry. The program consists primarily of courses common to the first two years of the institution's Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering program including targeted elective classes aimed at providing instruction in manufacturing processes, methods, and statistical analysis. ## Courses - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - MATH 2924 — Calculus II - MCEG 1002 — Engineering Graphics - MCEG 1011 — Introduction to Mechanical Engineering - MCEG 2013 — Statics - MCEG 2023 — Engineering Materials - MCEG 3013 — Mechanics of Materials - MCEG 3023 — Manufacturing Processes - MCEG 3612 — Manufacturing Laboratory - PHYS 2000 — Physics Laboratory I - PHYS 2114 — Calculus-Based Physics I - STAT 3153 — Applied Statistics - STAT 3183 — Statistical Process Control - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/engineering-computing-sciences/mechanical-engineering/manufacturing-as/ --- # Mechanical Engineering, Bachelor of Science **Degree** Mechanical engineering is the profession which designs, develops, and manufactures machines that produce, transmit, or use power. Mechanical engineers are involved in the design, development, and production of virtually every product one can imagine. The range of job possibilities for mechanical engineers, both in location and function, is limitless. ## Courses - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 2130 — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 2134 — General Chemistry II - ELEG 2103 — Electric Circuits I - ELEG 2113 — Electric Circuits II - ELEG 4303 — Control Systems - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - MATH 2924 — Calculus II - MATH 2934 — Calculus III - MATH 3243 — Differential Equations I - MCEG 1002 — Engineering Graphics - MCEG 1011 — Introduction to Mechanical Engineering - MCEG 2013 — Statics - MCEG 2023 — Engineering Materials - MCEG 2033 — Dynamics - MCEG 2203 — Computational Methods in Engineering - MCEG 3013 — Mechanics of Materials - MCEG 3313 — Thermodynamics I - MCEG 3413 — Fundamentals of Mechanical Design - MCEG 3442 — Mechanical Laboratory I - MCEG 4403 — Mechanics of Fluids and Hydraulics - MCEG 4423 — Machine Component Design - MCEG 4433 — Thermodynamics II - MCEG 4442 — Mechanical Laboratory II - MCEG 4443 — Heat Transfer - MCEG 4491 — Mechanical Design Project I - MCEG 4492 — Mechanical Design Project II - PHYS 2000 — Physics Laboratory I - PHYS 2010 — Physics Laboratory II - PHYS 2114 — Calculus-Based Physics I - PHYS 2124 — Calculus-Based Physics II - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/engineering-computing-sciences/mechanical-engineering/mechanical-engineering-bs/ --- # Nuclear Technology, Associate of Science **Degree** The Associate of Science in Nuclear Technology (ASNT) degree is designed to allow students to obtain the knowledge base and training necessary to work in one of the many areas in the nuclear field. While many technology degrees, especially at the associate’s level, are seen as less rigorous paths, the ASNT program at Arkansas Tech University includes most of the same courses as the first two years of the engineering programs. ## Courses - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - ELEG 1011 — Introduction to Electrical and Computer Engineering - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - MATH 2924 — Calculus II - MCEG 1011 — Introduction to Mechanical Engineering - MCEG 2013 — Statics - MCEG 2023 — Engineering Materials - MCEG 3313 — Thermodynamics I - MCEG 3503 — Basic Nuclear Engineering - MCEG 3512 — Radiation Detection Laboratory - MCEG 3523 — Radiation Health Physics - PHYS 2000 — Physics Laboratory I - PHYS 2114 — Calculus-Based Physics I - TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/engineering-computing-sciences/mechanical-engineering/nuclear-technology-as/ --- # Applied Statistics, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Applied Statistics is designed to provide students from other majors at ATU with a strong foundation in statistical methods and their practical applications across various fields. This program focuses on essential skills such as data analysis, statistical modeling, interpretation of results, and the use of statistical software. The certificate is ideal for those seeking to enhance their quantitative and analytical abilities, whether to advance in their current career, pursue new job opportunities, or complement their academic studies. By completing this progr… ## Courses - BDA 3013 — Business Spreadsheet Modeling - BDA 3033 — Data Modeling and Management - STAT 3113 — Regression Analysis - STAT 3183 — Statistical Process Control - STAT 4113 — Categorical Data Analysis - STAT 4163 — Mathematical Statistics - STAT 4383 — Machine Learning - STAT 4393 — Statistical Learning Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/mathematical-physical-sciences/applied-statistics-cp/ --- # Chemistry - Biochemistry Option, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The biochemistry option in chemistry at ATU is tailored for students who plan to pursue careers in research, medicine, or biotechnology. This ACS accredited option combines the principles of biology and chemistry, offering an in-depth understanding of the chemical processes that drive biological systems. Students typically take advanced courses in biology, genetics, and toxicology, along with extensive laboratory training that emphasizes experimental technique. This program also provides opportunities for independent research or internships, allowing students to apply their knowledge to real-… ## Courses - BIOL 1114 — Principles of Biology - BIOL 2014 — Human Anatomy - BIOL 2124 — Principles of Zoology - BIOL 3034 — Genetics - BIOL 3074 — Human Physiology - BIOL 3174 — Physiological Ecology - BIOL 4033 — Cell Biology - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 2130 — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 2134 — General Chemistry II - CHEM 3245 — Quantitative Analysis - CHEM 3254 — Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry - CHEM 3264 — Mechanistic Organic Chemistry - CHEM 3301 — Chemistry Seminar - CHEM 3324 — Physical Chemistry I - CHEM 3344 — Principles of Biochemistry - CHEM 3353 — Fundamentals of Toxicology - CHEM 3363 — Metabolic Biochemistry - CHEM 3423 — Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry - CHEM 4033 — Medicinal Chemistry - CHEM 4401 — Chemistry Seminar - CHEM 4414 — Instrumental Analysis - CHEM 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Chemistry - CHEM 4991 — Special Problems in Chemistry - COMS 1011 — Programming Foundations I Lab - COMS 1013 — Programming Foundations I - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - MATH 2924 — Calculus II - PHSC 1001 — Orientation to Physical Science - PHSC 1011 — Orientation to Physical Science II - PHYS 2000 — Physics Laboratory I - PHYS 2010 — Physics Laboratory II - PHYS 2014 — Algebra-Based Physics I - PHYS 2024 — Algebra-Based Physics II - PHYS 2114 — Calculus-Based Physics I - PHYS 2124 — Calculus-Based Physics II Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/mathematical-physical-sciences/chemistry-biochemistry-bs/ --- # Chemistry - General Option, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The general option in chemistry at ATU is designed for students seeking a broad and flexible understanding of chemistry, making it suitable for a variety of career paths or further studies. This option includes core courses in organic, inorganic, analytical, and physical chemistry, along with foundational laboratory experiences that develop essential experimental and problem-solving skills. Unlike more specialized tracks, the general option allows students to explore a wider range of electives, enabling them to tailor their studies to their interests, whether in environmental science, materia… ## Courses - BIOL 1014 — Introduction to Biological Science - BIOL 1114 — Principles of Biology - CHEM 1111 — Survey of Chemistry Laboratory - CHEM 1113 — A Survey of Chemistry - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 2130 — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 2134 — General Chemistry II - CHEM 3245 — Quantitative Analysis - CHEM 3254 — Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry - CHEM 3264 — Mechanistic Organic Chemistry - CHEM 3301 — Chemistry Seminar - CHEM 3324 — Physical Chemistry I - CHEM 3344 — Principles of Biochemistry - CHEM 3423 — Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry - CHEM 4401 — Chemistry Seminar - CHEM 4414 — Instrumental Analysis - COMS 1011 — Programming Foundations I Lab - COMS 1013 — Programming Foundations I - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - MATH 2924 — Calculus II - PHSC 1001 — Orientation to Physical Science - PHSC 1011 — Orientation to Physical Science II - PHSC 1013 — Introduction to Physical Science - PHSC 1021 — Physical Science Laboratory - PHYS 2000 — Physics Laboratory I - PHYS 2010 — Physics Laboratory II - PHYS 2014 — Algebra-Based Physics I - PHYS 2024 — Algebra-Based Physics II - PHYS 2114 — Calculus-Based Physics I - PHYS 2124 — Calculus-Based Physics II Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/mathematical-physical-sciences/chemistry-general-bs/ --- # Chemistry Minor The minor in chemistry is a great option for students majoring in other fields who want to develop a foundational understanding of chemical principles and enhance their academic and professional versatility. This program typically includes coursework in general and organic chemistry, along with opportunities to explore specialized areas such as analytical chemistry. By gaining hands-on experience in laboratories and learning about the behavior of matter at the molecular level, students develop valuable problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills. A chemistry minor is particularl… ## Courses - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 2130 — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 2134 — General Chemistry II - CHEM 3245 — Quantitative Analysis - CHEM 3254 — Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry - CHEM 3264 — Mechanistic Organic Chemistry Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/mathematical-physical-sciences/chemistry-minor/ --- # Chemistry - Professional Option, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The professional option in chemistry at ATU is designed for students aiming to pursue graduate studies or careers in research-intensive fields. This ACS accredited option provides a rigorous and comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes advanced coursework in organic, inorganic, physical, and analytical chemistry, as well as biochemistry. Students in this option often engage in hands-on laboratory work and independent research projects, which help build critical skills in experimental design, data analysis, and scientific communication. Our program also offers opportunities for internships or… ## Courses - BIOL 1114 — Principles of Biology - CHEM 1113 — A Survey of Chemistry - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 2130 — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 2134 — General Chemistry II - CHEM 2204 — Organic Physiological Chemistry - CHEM 3245 — Quantitative Analysis - CHEM 3254 — Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry - CHEM 3264 — Mechanistic Organic Chemistry - CHEM 3301 — Chemistry Seminar - CHEM 3324 — Physical Chemistry I - CHEM 3334 — Physical Chemistry II - CHEM 3344 — Principles of Biochemistry - CHEM 3353 — Fundamentals of Toxicology - CHEM 3423 — Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry - CHEM 4033 — Medicinal Chemistry - CHEM 4401 — Chemistry Seminar - CHEM 4414 — Instrumental Analysis - CHEM 4424 — Advanced Inorganic Chemistry - CHEM 4433 — Advanced Topics in Chemistry - CHEM 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Chemistry - CHEM 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Chemistry - CHEM 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Chemistry - CHEM 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Chemistry - CHEM 4991 — Special Problems in Chemistry - CHEM 4992 — Special Problems in Chemistry - CHEM 4993 — Special Problems in Chemistry - CHEM 4994 — Special Problems in Chemistry - COMS 1011 — Programming Foundations I Lab - COMS 1013 — Programming Foundations I - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - MATH 2924 — Calculus II - MATH 2934 — Calculus III - PHSC 1001 — Orientation to Physical Science - PHSC 1011 — Orientation to Physical Science II - PHYS 2000 — Physics Laboratory I - PHYS 2010 — Physics Laboratory II - PHYS 2114 — Calculus-Based Physics I - PHYS 2124 — Calculus-Based Physics II Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/mathematical-physical-sciences/chemistry-professional-bs/ --- # Chemistry Technician, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Chemistry Technician Certificate of Proficiency is designed to equip students with essential skills in laboratory techniques, safety protocols, scientific communication, and accurate record-keeping. This training enhances employment opportunities for students majoring in chemistry while also benefiting those pursuing related pre-professional tracks. By mastering these foundational skills, students are better prepared for careers in laboratory settings and for further academic or professional advancement in chemistry and related fields. ## Courses - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 2130 — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 2134 — General Chemistry II - CHEM 3245 — Quantitative Analysis - CHEM 3254 — Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry - CHEM 3264 — Mechanistic Organic Chemistry - CHEM 3324 — Physical Chemistry I - CHEM 3344 — Principles of Biochemistry - CHEM 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Chemistry Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/mathematical-physical-sciences/chemistry-technician-cp/ --- # Engineering Physics, Bachelor of Science **Degree** Students graduating with an engineering physics degree will be able to combine the theoretical rigor of physics with the practical application of engineering. This degree provides students with a strong foundation in both scientific principles and technological innovation. Students study advanced topics like mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum physics, and thermodynamics, while also learning engineering concepts such as materials science, electric circuits, and computational modeling. This interdisciplinary program prepares graduates to solve complex, real-world problems by bridging the gap… ## Courses - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - COMS 1011 — Programming Foundations I Lab - COMS 1013 — Programming Foundations I - COMS 2203 — Programming Foundations II - COMS 2323 — Programming in Python - ELEG 2103 — Electric Circuits I - ELEG 2111 — Electric Circuits Laboratory - ELEG 2113 — Electric Circuits II - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - MATH 2924 — Calculus II - MATH 2934 — Calculus III - MATH 3003 — Foundations of Advanced Mathematics - MATH 3033 — Methods of Teaching Elementary Mathematics - MATH 3243 — Differential Equations I - MATH 4113 — History of Mathematics - MCEG 2013 — Statics - MCEG 2023 — Engineering Materials - MCEG 2033 — Dynamics - MCEG 3013 — Mechanics of Materials - MCEG 3313 — Thermodynamics I - MCEG 4202 — Engineering Design - MCEG 4403 — Mechanics of Fluids and Hydraulics - MCEG 4443 — Heat Transfer - PHSC 1001 — Orientation to Physical Science - PHSC 1011 — Orientation to Physical Science II - PHYS 2000 — Physics Laboratory I - PHYS 2010 — Physics Laboratory II - PHYS 2114 — Calculus-Based Physics I - PHYS 2124 — Calculus-Based Physics II - PHYS 3003 — Optics - PHYS 3023 — Mechanics - PHYS 3133 — Theory of Electricity and Magnetism - PHYS 3213 — Modern Physics - PHYS 4003 — Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics - PHYS 4013 — Quantum Mechanics - PHYS 4023 — Computational Physics - PHYS 4061 — Engineering Physics Design - PHYS 4113 — Advanced Physics Laboratory - PHYS 4213 — Advanced Topics in Physics and Astronomy Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/mathematical-physical-sciences/engineering-physics-bs/ --- # Mathematics, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The mathematics curriculum is designed to equip students with a strong foundation in mathematical theory, logical reasoning, and problem-solving techniques. Students explore core areas such as calculus, linear algebra and statistics, while also having opportunities to study advanced topics like real analysis, abstract algebra and mathematical modeling. Through rigorous coursework, students develop critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, computational skills and communication skills applicable across a wide range of disciplines. ## Courses - COMS 1011 — Programming Foundations I Lab - COMS 1013 — Programming Foundations I - COMS 2203 — Programming Foundations II - COMS 2213 — Data Structures - COMS 2323 — Programming in Python - EDFD 6003 — Educational Research - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MAMS 5333 — Teaching Literacy in the Content Areas - MATH 1001 — Orientation to Mathematics - MATH 2703 — Discrete Mathematics - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - MATH 2924 — Calculus II - MATH 2934 — Calculus III - MATH 3033 — Methods of Teaching Elementary Mathematics - MATH 3203 — Introduction to Analysis - MATH 3243 — Differential Equations I - MATH 4003 — Linear Algebra I - MATH 4033 — Abstract Algebra I - MATH 4123 — Mathematical Modeling - MATH 4273 — Complex Variables - MATH 4703 — Special Methods in Mathematics - MATH 4971 — Mathematics Senior Seminar - MATH 4993 — Special Problems in Mathematics - MTLL 6123 — Instructional Leadership for the Master Teacher - MTLL 6133 — Elements of Curriculum - PHYS 2000 — Physics Laboratory I - PHYS 2010 — Physics Laboratory II - PHYS 2114 — Calculus-Based Physics I - PHYS 2124 — Calculus-Based Physics II - STAT 3113 — Regression Analysis - STAT 3153 — Applied Statistics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/mathematical-physical-sciences/mathematics-bs/ --- # Mathematics, Certificate of Proficiency **Certificate** The Certificate of Proficiency in Mathematics is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in mathematical concepts, problem-solving techniques, and analytical reasoning. This program is ideal for students seeking to strengthen their mathematical skills. The certificate also supports those pursuing careers or further studies in math-intensive disciplines. By completing this program, students gain critical thinking and quantitative skills that are highly valued in today’s workforce, making it an excellent complement to a variety of academic and professional paths. ## Courses - MATH 2703 — Discrete Mathematics - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - MATH 2924 — Calculus II - MATH 2934 — Calculus III - MATH 3033 — Methods of Teaching Elementary Mathematics - MATH 3703 — Mathematics in the Middle and Secondary Schools - MATH 3771 — Praxis Middle School and Secondary Mathematics Test Preparation - MATH 4703 — Special Methods in Mathematics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/mathematical-physical-sciences/mathematics-cp/ --- # Physical Science Minor The minor in physical sciences is an excellent complement to a variety of majors, offering students a foundational understanding of the principles governing the natural world. This interdisciplinary program typically includes coursework in disciplines such as physics, chemistry, astronomy, and earth sciences, allowing students to explore topics like energy, matter, forces, and the structure of the universe. By developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills, a physical sciences minor prepares students for careers in science, technology, engineering, and education or enhan… Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/mathematical-physical-sciences/physical-science-minor/ --- # Physics, Bachelor of Science **Degree** The physics curriculum is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the fundamental principles governing the natural world, including mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, quantum mechanics, and relativity. Through rigorous coursework, laboratory experiments, and often research opportunities, students develop strong analytical, problem-solving, and mathematical skills. The degree prepares graduates for a wide range of career paths, including roles in research, engineering, data analysis, education, and technology development. Additionally, it serves as a strong foundati… ## Courses - CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I - COMS 1011 — Programming Foundations I Lab - COMS 1013 — Programming Foundations I - COMS 2203 — Programming Foundations II - COMS 2323 — Programming in Python - EDFD 6003 — Educational Research - ELEG 2103 — Electric Circuits I - ENGL 1013 — Composition I - ENGL 1023 — Composition II - MAMS 5333 — Teaching Literacy in the Content Areas - MATH 2914 — Calculus I - MATH 2924 — Calculus II - MATH 2934 — Calculus III - MATH 3243 — Differential Equations I - MTLL 6123 — Instructional Leadership for the Master Teacher - MTLL 6133 — Elements of Curriculum - PHSC 1001 — Orientation to Physical Science - PHSC 1011 — Orientation to Physical Science II - PHYS 2000 — Physics Laboratory I - PHYS 2010 — Physics Laboratory II - PHYS 2114 — Calculus-Based Physics I - PHYS 2124 — Calculus-Based Physics II - PHYS 3003 — Optics - PHYS 3023 — Mechanics - PHYS 3133 — Theory of Electricity and Magnetism - PHYS 3213 — Modern Physics - PHYS 4003 — Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics - PHYS 4013 — Quantum Mechanics - PHYS 4023 — Computational Physics - PHYS 4113 — Advanced Physics Laboratory - PHYS 4951 — Physics or Engineering Physics Capstone - STAT 3153 — Applied Statistics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/mathematical-physical-sciences/physics-bs/ --- # Physics Minor The minor in physics is an excellent complement for engineering students, or students majoring in other STEM fields, providing a deeper understanding of the fundamental principles that underpin many engineering/STEM concepts. By studying topics such as modern physics, thermodynamics, and optics, students gain valuable analytical and problem-solving skills that enhance their ability to approach complex challenges. This additional knowledge enables graduates to better model and predict real-world phenomena, design more efficient systems, and innovate with a stronger scientific foundation. Furth… ## Courses - PHYS 2114 — Calculus-Based Physics I - PHYS 2124 — Calculus-Based Physics II - PHYS 3213 — Modern Physics Source: https://catalog.atu.edu/undergraduate/programs/stem/mathematical-physical-sciences/physics-minor/ --- # ACCT 2000 — Accounting Principles I Lab Application of concepts presented in the ACCT 2004 lectures using alternative activities to demonstrate how to apply accounting concepts. --- # ACCT 2004 — Accounting Principles I A study of fundamental processes of accounting for day to day business transactions. Includes recording business events in journal entry form and preparing adjusting entries, trial balances, financial statements, and closing entries. Introduces the basic internal control system a business must employ. Concludes with the measurement and reporting of all assets and liabilities. Lecture three hours, laboratory one and a half hours. --- # ACCT 2013 — Accounting Principles II Addresses accounting processes applied to corporations, cash flow statements, and financial statement analysis. Manufacturing cost, managerial reports, and incremental analysis are also introduced. --- # ACCT 2033 — Fundamental Accounting Concepts This course is designed to provide an overview of accounting concepts for non-business majors with no accounting background. Students gain the knowledge and skills necessary for interpreting reported accounting data. Topics include fundamental financial and managerial accounting concepts, accrual accounting, internal control over cash, financial statement analysis and the budgeting process. --- # ACCT 3003 — Intermediate Accounting I A comprehensive study of accounting theory governing preparation of financial statements with emphasis on conceptual framework, development of accounting standards, and the recording and reporting process. Cash, receivables, inventories, property, plant and equipment, intangible assets, and other selected topics. --- # ACCT 3013 — Intermediate Accounting II Continuation of ACCT 3003 . Topics covered include current and long-term liabilities, contingencies, stockholders' equity, earnings per share, temporary and long- term investments, revenue recognition, accounting changes, cash flows, statement analysis, and disclosure in financial reporting. --- # ACCT 3023 — Accounting Information Systems A study of accounting information processing, the systems concept, the analysis and design of accounting information systems, and database hardware and software technology as they apply to producing accounting information to be used in decision making. --- # ACCT 3043 — Federal Taxes I A study of federal income tax laws and their relationship to other forms of taxation with primary emphasis on the determination of federal income tax liability and tax planning for individuals. --- # ACCT 3053 — Federal Taxes II A study of federal income tax laws with primary emphasis on the determination of federal income tax liability and tax planning for entities other than individuals. --- # ACCT 4003 — Advanced Accounting I A comprehensive study of complex accounting problems involving financial statement treatment of income taxes, pensions, and leases. Problems underlying accounting for partnerships, corporate liquidations and reorganization, segment and interim financial reporting, and foreign currency denominated transactions are examined. --- # ACCT 4013 — Advanced Accounting II A comprehensive study of complex problems involving mergers and acquisitions, consolidated financial statements, and the translation of subsidiary financial statements denominated in a foreign currency. --- # ACCT 4023 — Cost Accounting Basic principles of cost accounting, departmentalization, budgets, standard cost, variance analysis, job order and process costs. --- # ACCT 4033 — Auditing procedures and concepts, audit working papers and reports, evaluation of internal controls, legal and ethical environment. --- # ACCT 4083 — Internship in Accounting A structured assignment which allows a senior accounting major to gain "real world" professional experience in an accounting position relating to an area of career interest. The student works one semester in the office of a cooperating firm under the supervision of a member of management of that firm. An accounting faculty member will consult with the student and the cooperating firm's management periodically during the period of internship. A term paper prepared by the student will be required. --- # ACCT 4086 — Internship in Accounting A structured assignment which allows a senior accounting major to gain "real world" professional experience in an accounting position relating to an area of career interest. The student works one semester in the office of a cooperating firm under the supervision of a member of management of that firm. An accounting faculty member will consult with the student and the cooperating firm's management periodically during the period of internship. A term paper prepared by the student will be required. --- # ACCT 4093 — Governmental Accounting Study of GAAP underlying accounting for governmental/ nonprofit entities. Governmental, Proprietary, and Fiduciary funds along with Fixed Asset and Long-term Liability Account Groups are covered. --- # ACCT 4103 — Special Topics in Accounting This course provides in-depth exploration of selected accounting topics. The primary topic will vary from offering to offering; thus, the course may be taken more than once. --- # ACCT 6093 — Special Topics in Accounting Course offers an in-depth exploration of selected accounting issues affecting business. The primary focus of the course will vary from offering to offering; thus the course may be taken more than once. There is a required research project. --- # ACCT 6103 — Accounting Analysis This course uses a case-study approach to demonstrate how to evaluate internal business units as well as potential merger and acquisition targets. The case-study approach is also used to refine operational and capital budgeting skills, to teach advanced cost-volume-profit analysis techniques, and to develop an awareness of domestic and global transfer pricing issues for multi-location entities. $35 per SSCH course fee. --- # ACR 1203 — Fundamentals of Electricity The characteristics of alternating current, waves, phase relations, transfer action, electrical circuits, and its use with controls, motors, relays, including legends and symbols are taught. In addition, the student will study the wide variety of motors, single and three phase used in the air conditioning and refrigeration field. --- # ACR 1205 — Tubing and Piping This course covers the process of identifying tubing and pipe with practical applications in sizing and fitting to different configurations using mechanical fittings and soldering. The history and development of air conditioning is also covered. Silver branding and aluminum soldering is also taught. Practical application is provided in the laboratory. Safety is emphasized. --- # ACR 1222 — Industrial Controls Designed to teach the student how to set up a control system for different types of control requirements. Different types of control methods are studied, such as PLC, digital and microprocessor systems. --- # ACR 1301 — Industrial Safety in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration The hazards associated with the different refrigerants, electricity, the oxy-acetylene torch, radon, carbon monoxide, extreme heat and extreme cold and ladder safety will be addressed. --- # ACR 1302 — Basic Compression and Refrigeration A comprehensive study of mechanical refrigeration systems emphasizing proper service techniques through analysis of the problem. Testing procedures, parts removal and installation are covered in depth. Also included is a study of the computation of temperature - pressure relationship and related problems. This course is designated as "Green". --- # ACR 1503 — Electronic Components The student will study the wide variety of motors used in the air conditioning and refrigeration field. In addition, various system controls, relays, resistors, contactors, and timers are concepts that will be taught as they relate to motors and their operation. --- # ACR 1602 — Schematics The student will learn to read, draw, and interpret writing diagrams and to place the circuitry in operative arrangements with electrical and electronic symbols. System diagrams will be developed by the student for a wide variety of A/C equipment. --- # ACR 2102 — Residential Systems This course is a study of the major components and control devices for gas and oil furnaces, hydronic systems, heat pumps, and cooling systems. --- # ACR 2104 — Heat Gain and Loss A study of air properties and the instrumentation to meet the environmental needs of structures, residential and commercial, and the factors involved in the calculation of heating and cooling loads. Also included, is a study of the distribution mediums such as duct design and sizing. This course is designated as "Green". --- # ACR 2112 — Air Conditioning Service This course includes a comprehensive study of air conditioning systems which emphasizes proper service techniques through analysis of the problem. Testing procedures, parts removal, and installation are covered in depth. A study of the computation of temperature pressure relation and related problems is included. Environmental impacts and safety are emphasized, including Environmental Protection Agency certification. This course is designated as "Green". --- # ACR 2114 — Commercial Refrigeration Covers all aspects of using ammonia as a refrigerant. Describes both single-stage and two-stage ammonia systems. Explains the importance of accumulators and intercoolers in ammonia systems. Concludes with coverage of liquid recirculation system operation. --- # ACR 2122 — Occupational Safety and Health Administration-10 --- # ACR 2124 — Sheet Metal Provides an introduction to safety, tools, machinery, materials, and fasteners used in the sheet metal trade. --- # ACR 2134 — Boiler Operations Will cover the basic theory, operation, and construction of a high pressure boiler. This course is designated as "Green". --- # ACR 2994 — Special Topics for Air Conditioning and Refrigeration This course is designed to introduce students to specific areas in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration. Course content and credit are designed to meet the needs of the student. The topic will vary from offering to offering; thus, the course may be taken more than once for a total of 6 hours. This course requires 15 clock hours per one semester credit hour. --- # AGAS 1001 — Principles of Animal Science Laboratory Study of management and the facilities used in the production of beef cattle, swine, sheep, and horses. Optional for others. Laboratory two hours. --- # AGAS 1014 — Principles of Animal Science A study of the American livestock industry and the scientific principles underlying the management and production of livestock and poultry. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. --- # AGAS 2014 — Principles of Meat Science Integrated studies of the meat animal processing sequence regarding the production of meat-type animals and the science and technology of their conversion to human food. Lecture meets three days per week for fifty minutes and Lab meets one day per week for 110 minutes. --- # AGAS 2084 — Feeds and Feeding Principles of animal nutrition, characteristics of feed ingredients, feeding strategies and formulation of rations for farm animals. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. --- # AGAS 3004 — Reproduction in Farm Animals Anatomy and physiology of the reproductive system of farm animals; to include a study of the causes of reproductive failure, management to improve reproductive efficiency, and practical training in pregnancy testing and artificial insemination of cattle. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. --- # AGAS 3014 — Beef Cattle Management A study of practices in management of beef cattle including breeding, feeding, care and marketing, with emphasis on production in the South. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. --- # AGAS 3021 — Livestock Selection and Evaluation This course is offered as a study in livestock selection according to desirable characteristics for cattle, swine, sheep, goats, and poultry. Evaluation criteria are presented according to industry standards for species' breeds and expected market production. Students will be expected to develop safe handling practices with live animals. --- # AGAS 3104 — Swine Management A study of current practices during the farrowing, growing, and finishing phases of swine production. Topics covered include housing, feeding, scheduling, reproduction, disease control, and waste disposal. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. --- # AGAS 3303 — Poultry Management A study of the management practices involved in the various phases of the production of eggs, broilers, turkeys, and breeders. --- # AGAS 3343 — Regulatory Affairs of the Food Industry course is designed to offer a combination of theory and practical training for students in the field of food regulatory affairs. In this field, rapidly evolving regulations and expansion of international markets create an increasing need to train students in the implementation of regulatory guidelines, industry's compliance with regulations, and the regulatory strategies of companies looking to create a sustainable competitive advantage in the food industry. --- # AGAS 3933 — Animal Breeding and Genetics Basic principles of Mendelian and quantitative genetics as they apply to the improvement of farm animals. Selection, inbreeding, crossbreeding and their application to the improvement of beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, horses and poultry as well as the genetic control of coloration and defects in cattle and horses are included. --- # AGAS 4203 — Livestock and Poultry Nutrition Digestion, absorption of nutrients, and metabolism of farm animals. Includes a study of the requirements for maintenance, growth, activity, and reproduction of ruminants and non-ruminants. --- # AGAS 4403 — Poultry and Livestock Disease A study of the diseases of poultry and livestock, particularly those common to Arkansas and surrounding states. Emphasis will be placed on the recognition of the disease and methods to control and/or prevent the disease. --- # AGBU 1001 — Agriculture Orientation is a freshman course with attention given to sharing of possible solutions to individual problems. Learning experiences also include exploration of anticipated collegiate experiences for departmental majors in addition to post-graduation opportunities. Student and faculty interaction is stressed. --- # AGBU 1013 — Principles of Agricultural Business Overview of the economic theories associated with the production, consumption, and marketing of agricultural products, and with the policies designed to achieve efficiency and welfare goals in agriculture. --- # AGBU 2063 — Principles of Agricultural Macroeconomics A study of macroeconomic variables that affect agriculture with emphasis on consumption, unemployment, inflation, government spending and taxes, investments, national income, and money and banking. --- # AGBU 2073 — Principles of Agricultural Microeconomics A study of microeconomics variables that affect agriculture with emphasis on price determination, production, costs, income distribution, and perfect and imperfect competition. --- # AGBU 2103 — A Global Perspective: Resources, Food, and Society The course will address issues related to feeding a growing world population. --- # AGBU 2991 — Special Problems in Agriculture One to four hours credit, depending on the nature and extent of the problem. This is a course designed to introduce qualified students to specific agricultural areas including Agribusiness, Animal Science, Horticulture, or Plant Science. --- # AGBU 2992 — Special Problems in Agriculture One to four hours credit, depending on the nature and extent of the problem. This is a course designed to introduce qualified students to specific agricultural areas including Agribusiness, Animal Science, Horticulture, or Plant Science. --- # AGBU 2993 — Special Problems in Agriculture One to four hours credit, depending on the nature and extent of the problem. This is a course designed to introduce qualified students to specific agricultural areas including Agribusiness, Animal Science, Horticulture, or Plant Science. --- # AGBU 2994 — Special Problems in Agriculture One to four hours credit, depending on the nature and extent of the problem. This is a course designed to introduce qualified students to specific agricultural areas including Agribusiness, Animal Science, Horticulture, or Plant Science. --- # AGBU 3013 — Principles of Farm Management A study of the principles of agribusiness including ways of doing business in a free market economic system, entrepreneurship, business start-up, business plans, management, facility needs, legal aspects and tax responsibilities, personnel, and ethics. --- # AGBU 3033 — Legal Environment of Agriculture Business A study of federal, state, and local legal systems as they pertain to the agricultural industry; topics of study include property law, contracts, torts, business organizations, employment law, environmental regulations, estate planning, and administrative law. --- # AGBU 3213 — Career Development in Agriculture Study of the professional opportunities and responsibilities associated with agricultural business careers. Interaction with professionals in the chosen career along with development and improvement of written communication, oral communication, and leadership skills. --- # AGBU 3233 — International Agricultural Trade This course is an examination of the economic forces associated with trade in food and agricultural products between the U.S. and other countries. Economic principles and analytical techniques are applied to international trade and multi-national markets. --- # AGBU 3993 — Internship I in Agriculture A supervised, practical experience providing undergraduate agribusiness majors with a hands-on, professional experience in a position relating to an area of career interest. The student will work in a local cooperating agribusiness establishment under the supervision of a member of management of that firm. A minimum of 300 clock hours of supervision, maintain a weekly internship log and prepare a final report. --- # AGBU 4003 — Agri-Business Management A study of the managerial practices and procedures that apply to all agriculture businesses. Emphasis is placed on the use and application of management and economic principles in decision making directed toward profit maximization. --- # AGBU 4013 — Agricultural Marketing A study of marketing functions, practice, organizational structure, legal aspects of agricultural marketing in relation to marketing policies, analysis of consumer behavior, and market demand. --- # AGBU 4023 — Agricultural Finance Designed as an economic and accounting study of the processes in agricultural businesses. Manufacturing costs, income tax, managerial reports, cash flow, and statement analysis of agricultural businesses along with capital allocation and the purpose and efficiency of agricultural lending institutions are analyzed. --- # AGBU 4033 — Agricultural Policy Designed as an introduction to historical and current federal governmental legislation in agriculture. Specific emphasis is placed on the logic, beliefs, attitudes and values of the American people coincident with the social, economic, and political environment, and on evaluating the objectives, means and the observed results through the criteria of resource allocation and income distribution in the agricultural sector of the economy. --- # AGBU 4043 — Appraisal of Farm Real Estate A practical application of principles and practices in farm real estate evaluation, emphasizing the processes of value development and uses. --- # AGBU 4063 — Agricultural Investments An in-depth analysis of investment opportunities available in the field of agriculture. Emphasis will be on investment in stocks, bonds, agricultural commodities, futures hedging, and in international currencies. Students will be required to create and maintain a diversified investment portfolio with weekly monitoring of their chosen investments. --- # AGBU 4073 — Commodity Risk and Futures An introductory study of grain and livestock futures markets, options, and their relationship to the cash market. --- # AGBU 4153 — Computers in Agriculture An introduction to the use of Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and the different price information sources in the agriculture field. --- # AGBU 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Agricultural Business and Economics Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # AGBU 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Agricultural Business and Economics Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # AGBU 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Agricultural Business and Economics Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # AGBU 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Agricultural Business and Economics Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # AGBU 4973 — Senior Seminar in Agriculture Business This seminar is designed as a capstone course for the Agriculture Business degree. In the capstone experience, students are coached/coaxed to bridge the gap between the structured learning of traditional classroom and the dynamic agricultural business environment - which puts a premium on motivation, initiative and creativity. Students will be challenged to integrate their accumulated knowledge and technical and social skills in order to identify and solve a problem relevant to issues encountered by professionals in their chosen discipline and to communicate the results of their efforts to th… --- # AGBU 4983 — Internship II in Agriculture A supervised, practical experience providing undergraduate agribusiness majors with a hands-on, professional experience in a position relating to an area of career interest. The student will work in a local cooperating agribusiness establishment under the supervision of a member of management of that firm. A minimum of 300 clock hours of supervision, maintain a weekly internship log, prepare a final report and present at least a 15 minute seminar to the agriculture department. --- # AGBU 4991 — Special Problems in Agriculture One to four hours credit, depending on the nature and extent of the problem. This is a course designed to introduce qualified students to specific agricultural areas including Agribusiness, Animal Science, Horticulture, or Plant Science. --- # AGBU 4992 — Special Problems in Agriculture One to four hours credit, depending on the nature and extent of the problem. This is a course designed to introduce qualified students to specific agricultural areas including Agribusiness, Animal Science, Horticulture, or Plant Science. --- # AGBU 4993 — Special Problems in Agriculture One to four hours credit, depending on the nature and extent of the problem. This is a course designed to introduce qualified students to specific agricultural areas including Agribusiness, Animal Science, Horticulture, or Plant Science. --- # AGBU 4994 — Special Problems in Agriculture One to four hours credit, depending on the nature and extent of the problem. This is a course designed to introduce qualified students to specific agricultural areas including Agribusiness, Animal Science, Horticulture, or Plant Science. --- # AGED 1001 — Introduction to Agricultural Education Freshman orientation with attention given to sharing of possible solutions to individual problems. Exploration of anticipated collegiate experiences for departmental majors as well as post- graduation opportunities. Student and faculty interaction is stressed. The class meets one day a week for the full semester or two days a week for half a semester. --- # AGED 1013 — Agricultural Youth Organizations A comprehensive introduction to student organizations in agriculture and career and technical education, including 4-H and FFA. Special attention is given to topics related to membership, benefits, awards, and special recognition programs. Supervised agricultural experience programs are also addressed. --- # AGED 2104 — Introduction to Agricultural Systems Technology The purpose of this course is for the student to develop an understanding of, and be able to apply, the basic principles utilized in agricultural mechanization with emphasis in the areas of structures, power and machinery, electricity, and agricultural surveying and land measurement. Discussion of the role mechanics plays in agriculture, as well as future roles is included. --- # AGED 2203 — Applied Agricultural Systems Technology This course is designed to prepare secondary Arkansas agriculture teachers to apply agricultural systems technology in the laboratory. Content areas include safe practices in the laboratory, metalworking, woodworking, internal combustion engines, electrical wiring, tractor mechanics, paint & preservation. --- # AGED 3033 — Philosophy and Foundations of Program Development This course provides a comprehensive overview of the historical and philosophical foundations of Agricultural Education programs. Based on this foundation, the course will prepare pre-service teachers for the job and responsibility of developing a local program and curriculum that incorporates local, national and international agricultural policy issues as they relate to lecture and discussion on issues related to the global food, fiber, and natural resource system. --- # AGED 4033 — Curriculum Design and Assessment This course is designed to prepare pre-service educators for the responsibility of developing philosophical approaches, designing curricular programs, planning for effective instruction, and assessing student performance. Students will be expected to communicate effectively through both written and verbal presentation of information. --- # AGED 4044 — Methods in Teaching Agriculture Instructional methodology course focused on teaching approaches and methods, problem-solving teaching techniques, and managing learning environments for teaching agriculture subjects in formal and non-formal educational settings. --- # AGEG 3203 — Soil, Water and Forest Conservation Causes and control of soil and water losses; methods of erosion control; relationship of soil and water conservation to forest, recreation, pollution and wildlife management. --- # AGLE 3003 — Personal Leadership Theory and Development This course focuses on the knowledge, skills and attitudes that enhance personal effectiveness and professional success. Students will gain self-awareness and study leadership traits. Goal attainment, personal organization and critical thinking strategies are emphasized. --- # AGLE 3013 — Team Leadership and Organizational Change Principles and practices in planning, developing, conducting, and evaluating leadership programs for agricultural groups. The course focuses on helping students better understand themselves and others; improving group communication; becoming effective leaders and members of groups; improving leadership and personal development skills; assessing leadership situations, determining and administering appropriate leadership strategies, and evaluating results. --- # AGPM 3104 — Introduction to Entomology This course will introduce the student to insect diversity and the identification of the major families of insects. Laboratory time will be spent learning family characteristics and collecting and preserving insect specimens. Lecture will consist of topics such as insect diversity, morphology and physiology. --- # AGPM 4103 — Integrated Pest Management A systematic approach utilizing biological, cultural and genetic control methods to suppress pest numbers in agro ecosystems. --- # AGPS 1024 — Principles of Plant Science A study of important plant practices associated with horticulture and agronomic crop production, including classification of plants, the role of soil and the environment, plant management, cropping systems, and integrated pest management and harvest methods. Principles and practices in propagation of plants and sexual and asexual reproduction methods. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. --- # AGPS 3023 — Forage Crops and Pasture Management Selection, culture, production, distribution and uses of pasture and forage plants; management problems in hay and silage; emphasis on utilization and improvement of pasture. --- # AGPS 3044 — Plant Propagation A study of the principles and practices in the propagation of herbaceous and woody indoor plants and flowers. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. --- # AGPS 3064 — Vegetable Growing The application of scientific facts and principles that are involved in the successful production of vegetables under cover and/or in the open. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. --- # AGPS 3074 — Floriculture Commercial production and marketing of major cut flower crops, bedding plants, and flowering pot plants under cover and/or in the open. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. --- # AGPS 3083 — Small Fruit and Nut Culture A study of the factors underlying the commercial and home production of small fruits and nuts, including a study of varieties, propagation, pruning, spraying, harvesting, and marketing. --- # AGPS 3093 — Greenhouse Operation and Management Greenhouse construction and management of heating, cooling, moisture, fertilization, lighting, insect and disease control in the growth of major greenhouse crops. --- # AGPS 3244 — Plant Pathology Introductory course in plant diseases. A study of the causes, symptoms, spread and control of plant diseases. The emphasis is placed on the interaction between disease causing agents and the diseased plant and the way in which environmental conditions influence the mechanisms by which factors produce plant disease. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. --- # AGPS 4103 — Crop and Garden Insects Anatomy, physiology, ecology, life history, and control of insects affecting crops and garden plants. --- # AGSS 2014 — Soils Development, classification, and properties of soils. A review of the major areas of soil science and their application to agricultural production and the environment. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. --- # AHS 1023 — Basic Pharmacology with an Overview of Microbiology Enrollment is limited to medical assistant and health information management majors. Topics to be covered in addition to introductory pharmacology will include basic chemistry as it applies to the medical laboratory and a brief overview of microbiology and immunology. Basic pharmacology as it relates to the drug interaction with each of the body systems and classifications of drugs will be covered. Students will utilize the Physicians' Desk Reference (PDR) in the course. --- # AHS 2013 — Medical Terminology A study of the language of medicine including word construction, definition, and use of terms related to all areas of medical science, hospital service, and the allied health specialties. --- # AMST 2003 — American Studies An exploration of American culture through study of significant ideas, social issues and literary texts. --- # ANTH 1213 — Introduction to Anthropology An introduction to the sub disciplines of cultural anthropology, physical anthropology, archeology, and linguistics. --- # ANTH 2003 — Cultural Anthropology A study of contemporary and historical peoples and cultures of major world culture areas. --- # ANTH 2303 — Globalization This course provides an overview of the economic, social, technological, environmental, and ideological impacts of globalization on national communities, with an emphasis on the cultural dynamics of the process. Through class discussions and lectures, readings, and student research, this course will examine the complex implications of globalization on culture change in different national settings. --- # ANTH 2833 — Cultural Resource Management This course explores the discipline of cultural resource management (CRM), a form of applied anthropology, which manages the impacts of the contemporary world on places (e.g., historic and archaeological sites and landscapes) and items of cultural value. Through an exploration or real-world case studies, students will gain an understanding of current federal and state laws pertinent to CRM, disciplinary best practices, and ethical issues. --- # ANTH 3103 — Anthropology of Food This course examines the topics of food and agriculture from a broadly anthropological perspective with a significant focus on the Ozark-Ouachita region of Arkansas. The course explores the relationships among human biology, cultural and social systems, politics, economics and food and agriculture. --- # ANTH 3113 — Ozark-Ouachita Studies This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to understand changing human-environment relationships in the mountain south and to apply these understandings to the assessment of, and potential solutions to, contemporary socio-environmental issues in the area. We will explore the emergence of Mississippian societies, their transformation during prehistoric and early historic eras, the impacts of early European settlements and the regions' incorporation into the global marketplace, development and the growth of tourism and industry in the area, and current social and environmental… --- # ANTH 3203 — Indians of North America A study of contemporary and historical peoples and cultures of North America. --- # ANTH 3223 — North American Archeology The study of prehistoric peoples and cultures of North America. --- # ANTH 3303 — Southeastern Archaeology The course will survey the rise of chiefdom-level societies in the prehistoric Southeast, reconstruct the "Mississippian world" these chiefdoms created, document the activities of sixteenth-century Spanish explorers in the region, and trace the subsequent decline of Mississippian chiefdoms. In addition to reconstructing the landscape of the ancient South, students will explore long-term social and cultural traits of southeastern Indians and discover the secrets unearthed at famous Mississippian sites such as Cahokia, Moundville, and Etowah. --- # ANTH 3313 — Southeastern Indians This course is an ethnographic and historic survey of southern Indians from European contact through the era of Removal. Particular emphasis will be placed on the following subjects: the decline of chiefdom societies across the South, the Spanish mission system, the development of the deerskin and Indian slave trade, native resistance to colonial encroachment, and a detailed discussion of Removal. The course also includes ethnographic descriptions of major southern Indian groups, including the Creek, Cherokee, Catawba, Choctaw, Chickasaw, Seminole, Apalachee, and Natchez. By the end of the co… --- # ANTH 3403 — Ethnographic Methods This course trains students in research methods in anthropology with an emphasis on qualitative research. Students learn the different uses of methodologies to address specific types of research questions, practice participant-observation and interview techniques as part of semester-long research projects, and survey anthropological theory as it relates to conducting ethnographic fieldwork. --- # ANTH 3903 — Anthropology in Focus A rotating topic course in relevant concepts of anthropology or archaeology. --- # ANTH 4791 — Anthropology Internship A supervised placement in an anthropology-related organization under the joint professional guidance of the organization and faculty member. Emphasis will be placed on real-world experiential learning. Students are required to complete a comprehensive report and a minimum number of internship-related hours, to be determined by the instructor. --- # ANTH 4792 — Anthropology Internship A supervised placement in an anthropology-related organization under the joint professional guidance of the organization and faculty member. Emphasis will be placed on real-world experiential learning. Students are required to complete a comprehensive report and a minimum number of internship-related hours, to be determined by the instructor. --- # ANTH 4793 — Anthropology Internship A supervised placement in an anthropology-related organization under the joint professional guidance of the organization and faculty member. Emphasis will be placed on real-world experiential learning. Students are required to complete a comprehensive report and a minimum number of internship-related hours, to be determined by the instructor. --- # ANTH 4794 — Anthropology Internship A supervised placement in an anthropology-related organization under the joint professional guidance of the organization and faculty member. Emphasis will be placed on real-world experiential learning. Students are required to complete a comprehensive report and a minimum number of internship-related hours, to be determined by the instructor. --- # ANTH 4853 — Music of the World's Peoples Open to students in all majors. A survey of predominantly non-Western world music cultures with attention to sonic structures, musicians, musical instruments, and socio-cultural contexts of music making. Listening emphasized. --- # ANTH 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Anthropology Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # ANTH 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Anthropology Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # ANTH 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Anthropology Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # ANTH 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Anthropology Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # ANTH 4983 — Seminar in Anthropology A directed seminar in an area of anthropology. The specific focus will depend upon research interests, student interest, and current developments in the field of anthropology. --- # ANTH 4986 — Field School This six-credit hour advanced field course offers hands-on experience in archeological field and laboratory methods through participation in the 2025 Arkansas Archeological Survey Training Program. Hosted at Plumb Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park, this program introduces students to systematic excavation, documentation, artifact processing, and site interpretation under professional supervision. Students will work alongside members of the Arkansas Archeological Society and Survey staff, contributing to ongoing research at a significant Late Woodland-Mississippian mound site. --- # ANTH 4991 — Special Problems in Anthropology Independent work under individual guidance of staff member. --- # ANTH 4992 — Special Problems in Anthropology Independent work under individual guidance of staff member. --- # ANTH 4993 — Special Problems in Anthropology Independent work under individual guidance of staff member. --- # ANTH 4994 — Special Problems in Anthropology Independent work under individual guidance of staff member. --- # ART 1163 — Basic Digital Photography , an introduction to the medium, its history, techniques and theory. This course will teach students the basics of photographic composition, lighting, camera and lens operation, editing and printing using the digital format. --- # ART 1303 — Introduction to Drawing An introduction to structural and expressive responses in drawing by the study of line, volume, shape, light perspective, the media, and their interrelations. Studio six hours. --- # ART 1403 — Two-dimensional Design Basic study of elements and principles of two-dimensional design employing a variety of tools and materials. Studio six hours. --- # ART 1503 — Introduction to Graphic Design An introduction to fundamental graphic design principles, techniques and materials. Studio six hours. --- # ART 2103 — Art History I An examination of the periods and western cultures responsible for major artistic monuments and achievements from prehistory through the Gothic period. --- # ART 2113 — Art History II A western art survey of the events, people, and stylistic trends involved in the development of major art forms from the era of the Italian Renaissance to the present. --- # ART 2123 — Experiencing Art This course is designed to provide a background in art and the related processes so that a student may develop powers of observation and thereby respond to a work of art. --- # ART 2213 — Digital Skills Students will learn graphic design software which they will, in turn, use to create various projects. Studio six hours. --- # ART 2233 — Special Topics in Art and Design An introductory course in a special topic in art and design that will be offered through lectures, practical assignments, and in-class studio assignments. Open to all art majors. --- # ART 2303 — Figure Drawing Introduction to the study of the human figure. A major emphasis will be directed to exercises in the study of anatomy, proportion, and line as it relates to the figure. Studio six hours. --- # ART 2403 — Color Design Basic application of color principles and color theory. Studio six hours. --- # ART 2413 — Three-dimensional Design Basic study of three-dimensional problems of structure, spatial organization, and introductory sculptural concerns. Studio six hours. --- # ART 3001 — Sophomore Review The Sophomore Review course is an academic engagement designed to provide you with an opportunity to discuss your work on a scholarly level. Faculty will give you specific feedback on the work in your portfolio, the ability to use and understand art vocabulary, and communicate effectively about art. This course must be successfully completed with a C or better before students will be permitted into Upper Division classes. --- # ART 3003 — Concepts in Art Education Introduction to theory and specialized practice in art education issues as applied to elementary art experience. Studio processes, art criticism, aesthetics, and art history methodology will be incorporated into lessons implemented as part of field experience in local elementary schools. Studio six hours. --- # ART 3013 — Art Education Practicum Curriculum design with emphasis on visual art standards, art media, and assessment as applied to teaching on the secondary level. Students will implement a unit of study in partnership with local schools. Studio six hours. --- # ART 3073 — Introduction to Sculpture Basic techniques of sculpture and sculptural composition. Modeling, casting, carving, and constructive processes are introduced. Studio six hours. --- # ART 3113 — Art History, American A study of art forms in architecture, painting, sculpture and craft from Colonial times to the present. --- # ART 3133 — Art History, Americas & Africa A study of the art of Africa, with a strong focus on African cultures south of the Sahara, along with art of native peoples of North, Central, and South America from both before and after contact with Europeans. Contemporary works by African, Latin American, and Native American artists will also be studied. --- # ART 3143 — Art History, Asia & Pacific A study of the art of South, East, and Southeast Asia, the islands of the Pacific, and the Aboriginal cultures of Australia. Contemporary works by artists from these regions will also be studied. --- # ART 3153 — History of Digital Art This course will examine the contemporary history of art and focus on work created with digital technology including: new media, video, animation, video games, mobile and other interactive art forms. Through a historical, artistic, and technological framework students will learn to classify, interpret, discuss, analyze works of digital art. --- # ART 3203 — Typography and Layout Beginning and intermediate problems in layout designs as well as the effective use of type. Studio six hours. --- # ART 3223 — Package Design Studio problems in the design and presentation of 3 D advertising packaging and displays. Studio six hours. --- # ART 3232 — Production Design Course on preparing graphic design pieces for commercial printing. Studio six hours. --- # ART 3243 — Web Design Introduce basic website planning, content editing and creation using graphic arts techniques. Screen-based color theory, web design aesthetics, use of graphic editors, and interface design are explored. Studio six hours. --- # ART 3253 — Digital Illustration This course will provide students with advanced conceptual skills in computer illustration and digital imaging. Students will acquire intermediate knowledge in vector and pixel-based drawing formats, digital painting effects, comic art/video game illustration, storyboarding and coloring through the completion of integrated design projects. Studio six hours. --- # ART 3303 — Drawing Studio I The application of the theories and techniques of drawing as they relate to the study of composition in finished works of art. Studio six hours. --- # ART 3403 — Introduction to Opaque Painting The exploration of opaque painting techniques. Traditional oil, acrylic and alkyd will be studied. Studio six hours. --- # ART 3503 — Painting Studio I A continued study in the opaque or transparent painting techniques. Emphasis will be directed toward the economy of conception and performance in the completion of finished works of art. Studio six hours. --- # ART 3533 — Watercolor Painting The exploration of transparent water painting techniques. Studio six hours. --- # ART 3603 — Introduction to Ceramics An introduction to ceramics, emphasizing the imaginative design and production of ceramic objects utilizing hand building and wheel throwing techniques. Exposure to the complete ceramic process through the use of demonstrations, slides, and lectures. Studio six hours. --- # ART 3703 — Sculpture Studio I A continued study of sculptural techniques introduced in Introduction to Sculpture, allowing for student expansion and specialization on individual conceptions. Studio six hours. --- # ART 3713 — Sculpture Studio II A continued study of sculptural techniques introduced in Introduction to Sculpture, allowing for student expansion and specialization on individual conceptions. Studio six hours. --- # ART 3803 — Introduction to Printmaking A survey of traditional printmaking techniques will be taught including intaglio, relief, and monotype. Studio six hours. --- # ART 3813 — Printmaking Studio I Printmaking activities introduced in Introduction to Printmaking will be used as a basis for the student to expand and specialize. Students will be expected to develop an individual print series in one or more print techniques. Studio six hours. --- # ART 3833 — Animation Techniques Introduce basic drawing/2D animation, and create movies/cartoons, motion graphics/interactive content using multimedia tools and techniques. Time-based media, animation timing, use of audio-visual editors, and effective storyboard techniques are explored. Studio six hours. --- # ART 4003 — Digital Communication Design In this course, students will learn advanced techniques in typography and interactive media design that are used in creating contemporary communications design. Applications for such techniques include both electronic and print formats of magazines, newspapers as well as web integration, advertising and E-publications. Studio six hours. --- # ART 4013 — The Business of Art and Design In this course, students will develop a working knowledge of a variety of skills used in contemporary art and design businesses, inlcuding creating contracts, submitting copyrights and working with clients. Lecture 3 hours. --- # ART 4023 — Motion Graphics This course will allow students to analyze, develop, and execute motion graphics pieces using Adobe After Effects for such purposes as title design, kinetic type, video, and web advertisement. Studio six hours. --- # ART 4113 — Art History, Art After 1945 A study of the artists, movements, and theories of Western art since 1945, with an emphasis on art of the United States. --- # ART 4163 — Advanced Digital Photography Advanced techniques in digital photography are explored to expand the student's understanding of the digital processes as they relate to computer editing, manipulation and printing of digital images. Students will also study current theories of visual communication that relate to the field of digital photography. --- # ART 4231 — Graphic Design Exhibition The purpose of the course is to provide the student an opportunity to present their work in a professional manner in a public venue. Studio two hours. --- # ART 4233 — Illustration Studio Application of fine art drawing and painting techniques to illustration problems. Studio six hours. --- # ART 4243 — Professional Portfolio Preparation for Graphic Designers Review. The purpose of this course is to prepare the student for entry into the professional world through the development of a resume and the presentation of their work. Studio six hours. --- # ART 4313 — Drawing Studio II The further development of advanced drawing concepts and skills. This course will deal with each student on a one to one basis. The student will present a "contract of drawing projects" subject to instructor's approval. Studio six hours. --- # ART 4323 — Drawing Studio III The further development of advanced drawing concepts and skills. This course will deal with each student on a one to one basis. The student will present a "contract of drawing projects" subject to instructor's approval. Studio six hours. --- # ART 4503 — Painting Studio II Advanced study of the opaque/ transparent painting techniques. Emphasis will be theme oriented. Each student must submit to the instructor a "painting contract" which must be approved. Studio six hours. --- # ART 4513 — Painting Studio III Advanced study of the opaque/ transparent painting techniques. Emphasis will be theme oriented. Each student must submit to the instructor a "painting contract" which must be approved. Studio six hours. --- # ART 4603 — Ceramics Studio I A study of advanced techniques and skills. This course will deal with each student on a one to one basis. Each student must submit a "contract of ceramics project" subject to instructor's approval. Studio six hours. --- # ART 4613 — Ceramics Studio II A study of advanced techniques and skills. This course will deal with each student on a one to one basis. Each student must submit a "contract of ceramics project" subject to instructor's approval. Studio six hours. --- # ART 4703 — Senior Project and Exhibition This course is required for all Fine Arts majors, and elective for Graphic Design and Art Education majors. Studio six hours. --- # ART 4723 — Art History Seminar This course will provide a forum for in-depth examination of a particular artist, movement, theme, or period in art history. --- # ART 4731 — Art or Design Internship A supervised, practical experience providing graphic design majors with professional hands-on training in a position relating to an area within their chosen field of graphic design at a cooperating business. --- # ART 4732 — Art or Design Internship A supervised, practical experience providing graphic design majors with professional hands-on training in a position relating to an area within their chosen field of graphic design at a cooperating business. --- # ART 4733 — Art or Design Internship A supervised, practical experience providing graphic design majors with professional hands-on training in a position relating to an area within their chosen field of graphic design at a cooperating business. --- # ART 4734 — Art or Design Internship A supervised, practical experience providing graphic design majors with professional hands-on training in a position relating to an area within their chosen field of graphic design at a cooperating business. --- # ART 4735 — Art or Design Internship A supervised, practical experience providing graphic design majors with professional hands-on training in a position relating to an area within their chosen field of graphic design at a cooperating business. --- # ART 4736 — Art or Design Internship A supervised, practical experience providing graphic design majors with professional hands-on training in a position relating to an area within their chosen field of graphic design at a cooperating business. --- # ART 4803 — Printmaking Studio II A concentration on printmaking techniques which will develop additional strength and capability in the student. Studio six hours. --- # ART 4813 — Printmaking Studio III A concentration on printmaking techniques which will develop additional strength and capability in the student. Studio six hours. --- # ART 4823 — Art Criticism and Aesthetics Perspectives on analyzing and interpreting works of art required for art education majors. The course may be used as an art history elective for graphics and fine arts majors. --- # ART 4833 — Advanced Web Design Builds upon the fundamental concepts and skills developed in ART 3243 : Web Design. Students will take an in-depth look at website development and strategies. Advanced web editing and scripting techniques will be used to complete projects and build a professional web portfolio. Studio six hours. --- # ART 4883 — Advanced Studio Studies is an advanced studio course with a revolving focus selected by the art faculty to provide research in particular skills, subjects, or trends in art & media. Studio six hours. --- # ART 4983 — Sound Design Seminar Advanced study of synthesis and sampling technologies through state-of-the-art audio technology available at the ATU Media and Audio Labs. --- # ART 4991 — Special Problems in Art This course requires advance approval by the instructor, department head, and the dean of school. Designed to provide certain advanced students with further concentration in a particular area. --- # ART 4992 — Special Problems in Art This course requires advance approval by the instructor, department head, and the dean of school. Designed to provide certain advanced students with further concentration in a particular area. --- # ART 4993 — Special Problems in Art This course requires advance approval by the instructor, department head, and the dean of school. Designed to provide certain advanced students with further concentration in a particular area. --- # ART 4994 — Special Problems in Art This course requires advance approval by the instructor, department head, and the dean of school. Designed to provide certain advanced students with further concentration in a particular area. --- # ART 6893 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. --- # AST 1003 — Automotive Electronics This course is an overall study of the fundamental principles of DC and AC electricity, Ohm's Law, series, parallel, and series parallel circuits as related to the automotive field. Ozark CTE General Technology fee: $51; Ozark Auto Service Fee $85. --- # AST 1004 — Gasoline Engine Theory Provides the student with an introduction to automotive engines. Students learn the proper use and care of hand tools, precision tools, special tools, and equipment. Theory of operation with attention to components is included. Cooling systems, lubrication systems, intake systems, exhaust systems, vehicle maintenance, as well as PC based automotive schematics and flow charts are taught. Safety is emphasized. This course is designated as "Green". --- # AST 1005 — Engine Performance Provides students with an understanding of fuel, ignition, drivability, and emissions systems. Theory of operation as well as relevant electronic components and computing systems diagnosis is included. This course is designated as "green". --- # AST 1103 — Automotive Brake Systems Concentrates on the theory and operation of disc and drum brake systems. Basic hydraulic principles as well as the operation and components of the brake foundation systems are taught. The course includes an in-depth study of various power brake systems, including vacuum assisted systems, hydraulically boosted systems, and several types of anti-lock braking systems. --- # AST 1113 — Introduction to Automotive Drivetrains Designed to cover the entire drivetrain on a late model vehicle with a standard transmission. Instruction will begin with the flywheel and proceed to the transmission, through the differential assembly, and ending at the wheel and hub. Includes the principles of gear reduction as it applies to the theory, operation, and repair of manual transmission, differential, and transaxles. Several types of four-wheel drive systems will be taught. --- # AST 1203 — Automotive Climate Control Begins with a study of refrigeration, the refrigeration cycle, and basic components of a typical automotive refrigeration system. The function and construction of compressors, lines, expansion valves, expansion tubes, condensers, evaporators, blower motors, and air distribution systems is covered. Automatic temperature control systems including the latest computer monitored systems, and heating and ventilation will also be covered. Service and maintenance procedures as well as shop safety are emphasized. This course is designated as "green". --- # AST 1213 — Automotive Chassis and Steering Designed to introduce the student to the theory and operation of modern suspension and steering systems. The study of the suspension system includes wheels, tires, hubs, bearings, seals, springs, and vehicle forms. Various designs and construction of each of these components will be covered. Steering and suspension systems start with the basic theory of steering geometry and the related factors. Wheel alignment, construction and operation of the various manual, and power steering components are included. --- # AST 1223 — Advanced Automotive Drivetrains A continuation of AST 1113 . A study of the theory and operation of the entire drivetrain of automotive automatic transmissions and transaxles. --- # AST 2003 — Career Readiness This course teaches essential skills (personal characteristic and behavioral skills) that broadly prepare students for a successful transition into the workforce. Essential skills enhance an individual’s interactions, job performance, and career prospects such as adaptability, integrity, cooperation, and workplace discipline. Topics addressed include, but may not be limited to, critical thinking/problem solving, oral/written communication, teamwork/collaboration, digital literacy, leadership, and professionalism/work ethic. Lecture: 3 hours. --- # AST 2103 — Advanced Automotive Electronics This course applies the fundamentals of electronics, including Ohm's Law, basic electrical circuits, wiring diagrams, and common electrical symbols to the automobile. Diagnosis and troubleshooting of electrical circuits is emphasized, including familiarizations with most common types of testing equipment. It includes an in-depth study of the theory and operation of automobile electronic control systems. This course is designated as "green". --- # AST 2113 — Advanced Engine Performance This course covers advanced theory and testing of engine related fuel and computerized systems. The student should have a basic understanding of basic computer, fuel, and ignition systems. Students will use more advanced equipment for testing. --- # AST 2203 — Diesel Theory Examines fuel, air, cooling, and control systems of various designs. Discusses engine overhaul and repair, includes gauging proper measuring instruments and tools for these tasks. Studies the design, operation, care, and repair of fuel injection systems used on a variety of diesel engines. Emphasizes care and cleanliness in troubleshooting the fuel preheating, starting, generating, and lighting systems. Lecture: 2 hours, laboratory: 1 hour. --- # AST 2303 — Alternative Automobile Fuels and Technology This course applies the fundamentals of electronics, including Ohm's Law, basic electrical circuits, wiring diagrams, and common electrical symbols to the automobile. Diagnosis and troubleshooting of electrical circuits is emphasized, including familiarization with most common types of testing equipment. It includes an in-depth study of the theory and operation of automotive electronic control systems. This course supports the general education goals of the Ozark Campus. Students will utilize through assigned tasks skills of communication, problem solving and technology. Lecture: 3 hours. --- # AST 2993 — Special Topics for Automotive Service Technology This course is designed to introduce students to specific areas in Automotive Service Technology. Course content and credit are designed to meet the needs of the student. The topic will vary from offering to offering; thus, the course may be taken more than once for a total of 6 hours. This course requires 15 clock hours per one semester credit hour. --- # AT 1103 — Programming I Cross-listed with CIS 1103 . This course provides a strong foundation in programming logic and industrial problem-solving, with emphasis on relay logic, ladder logic, and core PLC programming languages. Students develop practical skills by creating logical control strategies and writing introductory PLC programs using industry-standard programming software and PLC training systems. Through hands-on exercises, learners build the ability to design, document, and troubleshoot basic industrial control solutions using ladder logic and related methods. The course prepares students for advanced auto… --- # AT 1113 — Industrial Networking This course equips students with the skills to design, configure, monitor, and maintain basic Ethernet networks used in Industry 4.0 automation environments. Learners practice assigning and troubleshooting IP addressing for industrial devices—including PCs, PLCs, HMIs, robots, and sensors—and connecting equipment to operational Ethernet networks. Using hands-on labs with Layer 2 managed switches, students configure common switch features, identify network topologies, implement static and dynamic addressing, and interpret diagnostics to evaluate network performance. The course also introduces… --- # AT 1123 — Industrial Electronics This course prepares students to connect, operate, adjust, and troubleshoot industrial electronic systems used in automation, motor control, and heating applications. Emphasis is placed on electronic safety, reading schematics, testing components, and systematic fault isolation using digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, and status indicators. Students work with linear and switching DC power supplies, input circuits, and electronic switching and control devices. Topics include rectification, filtering, and regulation; Wheatstone bridge circuits; relays and solid-state power devices, operational… --- # AT 1133 — Introduction to Manufacturing Components This course provides a foundation in modern production and automated manufacturing processes. Students develop hands-on skills in the safe use of hand and power tools, power transmission/transfer systems, precision measurement, and interpreting blueprints and schematics. The course also introduces advanced automation controls and systematic troubleshooting using common test equipment. Through lab-based activities and exposure to advanced manufacturing concepts, equipment, and workflows, students build practical, job-ready skills transferable to a wide range of automated industrial workplaces.… --- # AT 1163 — Fund Electricity I (DC CRCTS) This course introduces fundamental electrical concepts and practical skills for industrial and technical applications. Students learn basic circuit design and analysis, including resistance, current, voltage, and power, and apply Ohm’s Law to solve problems in DC series and parallel circuits. Emphasis is placed on safe, accurate electrical measurement with a digital multimeter and other common test equipment, along with essential troubleshooting techniques. In hands-on lab activities, students construct and test simple circuits to reinforce theory and build job-ready competency. Ozark Campus… --- # AT 1173 — Fund Electricity II (AC CRCTS) This course introduces key alternating current (AC) principles and their application in industrial electrical systems. Students study transformers, inductance, capacitance, AC measurement, and basic motor troubleshooting. Using standard formulas, learners calculate transformer ratios, inductive and capacitive reactance, impedance, and other essential AC parameters. Through hands-on lab activities, students build and test AC circuits using a digital multimeter and common test instruments, developing job-ready competencies. Emphasis is placed on understanding how electrical components and motor… --- # AT 1183 — 3D Modeling and Simulation This course is designed for engineers and designers looking to learn Fusion 360 for 3D mechanical design. Ideal for beginners, the course covers the key workspaces of Fusion 360, including DESIGN, ANIMATION, and DRAWING. Students will gain hands-on experience creating detailed 3D models and learn essential tools and techniques for effective design, animation, and technical drawing in the software. --- # AT 2013 — Introduction to Industrial Robotics This course explores the fundamentals of industrial robot operation and application. Students focus on safe work practices, power-up and shutdown procedures, manual operation, homing, and proper end-effector use. Learners develop introductory robot programming skills, including motion commands, end-effector control, basic interfacing, and material handling routines. The course also introduces application development and workcell integration, including flexible manufacturing cells, quality and production control concepts, and workcell layout and design. Emphasis is placed on building practical… --- # AT 2023 — Emerging Trends in Manufacturing Ozark- CTE General Tech Fee: $51 This course provides a foundation in emerging trends in automation manufacturing, including robotics, instrumentation, electrical control systems, additive manufacturing, and integration principles. Students will also learn predictive and preventative maintenance techniques as they relate to Industry 4.0. Course topics may change as local and regional industry needs and technologies change. Course topics may change as industry needs and technologies change. --- # AT 2033 — Industrial Robotics Program This course is designed for operators, technicians, engineers, and programmers who need to set up and program robots, either physically or virtually. The curriculum covers robot operations along with the tasks required to configure specific applications, test, run, and refine programs and production setups. Students will gain hands-on experience with Fanuc or ABB robot programming. --- # AT 2043 — Robotics and Motion Control This course teaches students Fanuc 2D IrVision programming and setup, along with motion control using Studio 5000. Topics include the installation and configuration of servo equipment, adding motion commands and servos in Studio 5000, understanding Cartesian motion concepts, and applying vision principles with a robot-mounted camera. Students may earn Rockwell Automation Certifications contingent on student progress. --- # AT 2123 — Industrial Fluid Power This course provides hands-on training in industrial hydraulic and pneumatic applications, focusing on the operation of directional control valves and the interpretation of related schematics. Students will gain a solid understanding of fluid power systems, including the formulas used in their design, as well as practical skills in troubleshooting and optimizing hydraulic and pneumatic circuits. Students may earn a Smart Automation Certification Alliance (SACA) C-209 Pneumatic Systems 1, a C-255 Hydraulic Systems 1, and a C-256 Hydraulic Maintenance 1 industry micro-credential. --- # AT 2143 — Programmable Controllers This course provides students with hands-on experience in setup, installation, communication configuration, driver setup, and ladder logic programming. Through design projects, students will develop critical thinking skills while mastering key topics such as XIO and XIC commands, counters and timers, comparison and math instructions, data manipulation and movement instructions, MCR commands, and program design based on equipment operation. Students may earn a Smart Automation Certification Alliance (SACA) C-207 Programmable Controller Systems 1 industry micro-credential. Students may also ear… --- # AT 2153 — Introduction to Industrial Automation This hands-on course focuses on electrical motor control wiring, teaching students to design and wire circuits using relays, transformers, limit switches, float switches, pressure switches, timers, and operator stations equipped with pushbuttons and LED indicators. Students will gain practical experience in building and troubleshooting motor control systems, learning how to integrate various components for effective operation and control. Students may earn a Smart Automation Certification Alliance (SACA) C-202 Electric Motor Control Systems 1, a C-204 Motor Control Troubleshooting 1 and a C-2… --- # AT 2163 — Industrial Automation This course covers advanced PLC concepts, troubleshooting techniques, and programming for industrial machinery. Students will gain hands-on experience in diagnosing and resolving issues by troubleshooting programs on virtual industrial equipment. Students may earn a Smart Automation Certification Alliance (SACA) C-208 Programmable Controller Troubleshooting 1 and C-309 Programmable Controller Systems 2 industry micro-credentials. --- # AT 2203 — Introduction to Programmable Controllers This course examines how microprocessors and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) integrate with sensors, actuators, and industrial communication methods to operate as coordinated automation systems. Students learn to do basic setup, configuration, and programming of microprocessors, then apply structured troubleshooting techniques to diagnose both hardware and software issues. Through hands-on activities, learners build practical skills in system integration, control logic, and basic industrial networking concepts. Emphasis is placed on developing job-ready competencies that transfer to a w… --- # AT 2223 — Introduction to Process Technology This course equips students with the mechanical, electrical, and digital skills essential for Industry 4.0 and Advanced Manufacturing processes. Students will learn to apply process control safety protocols, interpret system documentation, operate and configure loop controllers, integrate sensors, and program, tune, and manage flow and level control systems for modern automated environments. Students may earn a Smart Automation Certification Alliance (SACA) C-270 Process Control Systems 1 - Flow and Level industry micro-credential. --- # AT 2513 — Blueprints, Measurements, and Safety This course introduces students to interpreting and accurately working with technical drawings, emphasizing the importance of precision and attention to detail. Students will also learn the proper care and use of precision measurement instruments, along with essential machine safety practices. The course provides foundational skills for working in technical and manufacturing environments, ensuring students understand both the technical and safety aspects of the trade. --- # AT 2514 — CNC Milling This course explores the innovative technologies shaping modern manufacturing, including Computer Numerical Control (CNC), Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software, and specialty materials. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of CNC machining, from uploading and downloading programs to applying machining techniques for part production. The course culminates in hands-on experience with a CNC milling machine, where students will machine an actual part, connecting virtual design concepts with real-world applications. By the end of the course, students will have a full understandi… --- # AT 2523 — Machining Technology This course introduces students to machining operations in the metalworking industry, covering essential topics such as machine shop safety, the use of measuring tools, and the operation of key equipment including lathes, drill machines, and layout instruments. Students will gain hands-on experience with these tools and processes, developing the skills necessary for working in a professional machining environment. --- # AT 2524 — CNC Turning This course introduces students to the cutting-edge technologies driving modern manufacturing, including Computer Numerical Control (CNC), Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software, and specialty materials. Students will learn all aspects of CNC machining, including how to upload and download programs to CNC machines and apply machining techniques to produce parts. The course culminates in hands-on experience with a CNC Turning Machining Center, where students will gain practical skills in machining parts using a turning machine. By the end of the course, students will have a solid understa… --- # AT 2993 — Automation Special Topics Various topics will be covered in Automation Technology. --- # BAS 4253 — Quality Control This course provides the student with a substantive background in a prevailing approach to quality control and continuous improvement: The Toyota Way. The course addresses quality control and continuous improvement as a complex methodology with two primary dimensions: "Continuous Improvement" and "Respect for the People." The emphasis of the course is how theory and application can inform the practice of quality control and continuous improvement in a wide-array of organizational settings. Students are expected to understand the theoretical basis of the model and how to apply the model to pra… --- # BAS 4353 — Project Management This course provides the student with a substantive background in project management effective for deployment in multiple industrial, manufacturing, and technical domains. The course prepares the student to pursue the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) credential offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI). The CAPM is designed for those with less project experience and is intended to demonstrate candidate's understanding of the fundamental knowledge, terminology, and processes of effective project management. --- # BAS 4363 — Project Risk Analysis and Mitigation BAS 4363 Project Risk Analysis and Mitigation explores the essential process of risk management mitigation in defined projects. Students assess the failures of risk management to deliver expected risk mitigation results, apply a risk management process with a focus on achieving efficacy, and the implementation of risk management to various types of projects in organizations (nonprofit, governmental and for-profit) and individual endeavors. The Active Threat and Opportunity Management (ATOM) process is designed to meet the need for a simple scalable risk management process applicable to all pr… --- # BAS 4373 — Leading Agile Projects Project management is multi-faceted. In this course, students enhance their knowledge and application of project management by mastering the fundamentals of agile project management. Mastery includes the mechanics of how one employs agile project based on Scrum, the impact of agile on the project management profession, and how agile project management broadens and expands project management skills to deploy an integrated approach. --- # BAS 4453 — Root Cause Analysis This course is designed to introduce students to the systematic processes of problem solving and root cause analysis. Students will learn how to apply root cause methodologies to identify and solve complex issues in organizations. Topics covered include: incident investigation, data collection and analysis, solution identification and implementation, and assessment. --- # BAS 4553 — Occupational Safety This course provides an in-depth study of various occupational health and safety issues that industry professionals face. The course focuses on safety-related legislation and business laws, ethical standards in safety, accident causation and investigation, ergonomics and safety management, psychology of safety and safety performance improvement measures, workplace violence and security measures, hazardous materials and transportation safety. --- # BAS 4653 — Production Scheduling This course provides the student with deployable knowledge and skills in production planning and scheduling, effective for use in multiple industrial, manufacturing, and technical domains. Master scheduling is the pivotal point in a manufacturing business when demand from the marketplace is balanced with the capabilities and capacities of the company and its suppliers in real-time terms. This course defines the master scheduling process, explores specific tools and techniques used in various manufacturing environments, and provides an introduction to the supporting functions of production pla… --- # BAS 4751 — Career Planning and Personal Development In this course, students develop an ePortfolio highlighting various competencies learned as a BAS student. The course prepares the BAS student with the skills, knowledge, and abilities to communicate a critical understanding of his/her work through the articulation of goals, critique, and self-assessment. The course introduces students to the portfolio development process and improves their ability to think critically and communicate more effectively while developing personal goals and mission statements, and working collaboratively with other students on competency-based case studies. --- # BDA 2003 — Business Problem Solving This course is designed to provide students training in solving business problems. Students will work individually and in groups on projects to learn and apply various problem solving frameworks, methods, and tools to realistic business situations. Frameworks include general problem solving, systems thinking, critical thinking, and ethical reasoning. Methods and tools include project management, communication and coordination techniques, quantitative models, and software applications. --- # BDA 3003 — Data Analytics Apps Development This course covers how business data analysts develop software applications to retrieve and analyze data and provide information and business intelligence useful to solve business problems, to support business decisions, and to determine business tactics and strategy. Students will learn how to design appropriate logic and user interfaces for business data analytic software as well as write and debug professional code in a typical production environment. The student will develop a set of standard data analysis techniques representing typical approaches to solving business intelligence problem… --- # BDA 3013 — Business Spreadsheet Modeling This is an introductory course for business major undergraduate students. The main objective of the course is to teach how to solve problems arising in modern business environments using Microsoft Excel. The course will begin by teaching common tools available in Microsoft Excel. Then it will introduce the students to a variety of analytical problems arising in modem businesses and present ways in which these problems can be solved using Microsoft Excel. --- # BDA 3023 — Introduction to Data Visualization This course introduces students to data visualization, including principles, concepts, and techniques. The goal of the course is to empower students to identify and illuminate important insights and skillfully display them to improve decision making. This course covers basic quantitative analysis and software to create effective displays. The course will advance critical thinking skills because students will be better equipped to evaluate data and eliminate bias from the process of turning data into knowledge. Students will enhance their written and oral communication skills in written report… --- # BDA 3033 — Data Modeling and Management This course covers how databases are constructed and managed so that business data analysts can store, update, manage, retrieve, and process data. Students will learn to design, implement, and use databases to create information and business intelligence useful for solving problems, making business decisions, and determining business strategy and tactics. The content addresses how to design effective and efficient data models, implement data models in commonly used database management systems, retrieve and process that data, present information to clients and managers, and address the main is… --- # BDA 3053 — Business Data Analysis This course explores the development of exploratory and predictive models for managers and business decision-makers. Specific tools addressed include analysis of variance (ANOVA), multiple regression, factor analysis, cluster analysis, logistic regression, and path analysis. Emphasis is on analyzing data using statistical software, visualizing and interpreting the results of those analyses and translating results into clear and simple insights to aid managerial decision making. --- # BDA 4003 — Business Intelligence This course covers how data analysts can process large data sets from a variety of sources to create information by that guides leaders in crafting strategy and tactics which allow an organization to survive and thrive in a turbulent environment. Students will review how business intelligence has been created and successfully used in the past and learn appropriate processes and a variety of techniques to accomplish this transformation. The course also addresses professional and ethical conduct with respect to data mining and use of business intelligence. --- # BDA 4031 — BDA Internship A supervised, practical experience providing undergraduate BDA majors with a hands-on professional experience in a position relating to an area of career interest. The student will work in a local cooperating business establishment under the supervision of a member of management of that firm. A School of Business faculty member will observe and consult with the students and the management of the cooperating firm periodically during the period of the internship. Students will be required to make oral reports in the classroom, maintain an internship log, and prepare a final term paper. Addition… --- # BDA 4032 — BDA Internship A supervised, practical experience providing undergraduate BDA majors with a hands-on professional experience in a position relating to an area of career interest. The student will work in a local cooperating business establishment under the supervision of a member of management of that firm. A School of Business faculty member will observe and consult with the students and the management of the cooperating firm periodically during the period of the internship. Students will be required to make oral reports in the classroom, maintain an internship log, and prepare a final term paper. Addition… --- # BDA 4033 — BDA Internship A supervised, practical experience providing undergraduate BDA majors with a hands-on professional experience in a position relating to an area of career interest. The student will work in a local cooperating business establishment under the supervision of a member of management of that firm. A School of Business faculty member will observe and consult with the students and the management of the cooperating firm periodically during the period of the internship. Students will be required to make oral reports in the classroom, maintain an internship log, and prepare a final term paper. Addition… --- # BDA 4071 — Special Topics This course offers an in-depth exploration of selected business data analytics topics. The primary topic will vary from offering to offering; thus, the course may be taken more than once. --- # BDA 4072 — Special Topics This course offers an in-depth exploration of selected business data analytics topics. The primary topic will vary from offering to offering; thus, the course may be taken more than once. --- # BDA 4073 — Special Topics This course offers an in-depth exploration of selected business data analytics topics. The primary topic will vary from offering to offering; thus, the course may be taken more than once. --- # BDA 6073 — Special Topics This course offers an in-depth exploration of selected business data analytics topics. The primary topic will vary from offering to offering. $35 per SSCH course fee. --- # BDA 6203 — Business Information Analysis In this course, students will learn to make strategic use of information systems and technology to enhance the survival and success of an organization. They will learn how to use and manage these resources to make data-driven decisions, to create insights to assist in developing strategy, and to align the use of IS/IT with organizational goals. $35 per SSCH course fee. --- # BDA 6213 — Visualizing Data Students will study ways to develop effective visualizations that are based on the principles cognitive science, graphic design, visual arts, and the visual perception theories. This course develops the ability of student to understand and convey the results of data analysis at the executive level as well as to influence others to act on insights that develop from the analysis of data. The goal of the course is to empower students to identify and illuminate important insights and skillfully display them to improve decision-making. This course covers the use of quantitative analysis and softwa… --- # BDA 6323 — Applied Predictive Analytics This course will explore multivariate techniques to analyzing data (e.g. multivariate regression, discriminant analysis, logistic regression, market-basket analysis, forecasting and other analytic techniques). The focus of the course will be providing input for organizational strategic decision-making. As an applied analytics course, emphasis will be on application of predictive analytic techniques explored through conceptual, computational, procedural and computer applications. $35 per SSCH course fee. --- # BDA 6343 — Advanced Analytics This course will explore advanced analytic techniques such as machine learning and artificial intelligence as well as cluster analysis, decision trees and other advanced statistical techniques. The student will formulate advanced models and explore their use to solve complex business problems. $35 per SSCH course fee. --- # BDA 6353 — Big Data Strategies This cutting-edge course delivers sophisticated material in an easy-to-understand, accessible way. Students will learn the foundational knowledge and tools needed to seize the opportunities that big data analytics presents as well as how to align these efforts with the organizational goals and strategies. $35 per SSCH course fee. --- # BDA 6363 — Analytics Strategy This course focuses on management of data analytics activities within an organization. Data identification, acquisition, cleansing, and analysis activities will be discussed as part of an organization's overall data, I.T. and corporate strategy. The course will explore the analytics manager's role in aligning the activities of the analytics function with the organizations data, information and corporate strategy. $35 per SSCH course fee. --- # BIOL 1004 — Principles of Environmental Science This course is designed to bring the student to a basic but informed awareness of and responsible behavior toward our environment and the role of the human race therein. The content will include a study of the philosophical and scientific basis for the study of ecosystems and the environment, the nature of ecosystems, the techniques used to study the environment, the origin and development of current environmental problems, the interdisciplinary nature of environmental studies, the processes of critical thinking and problem solving, and the moral and ethical implications of environmentally-ma… --- # BIOL 1011 — Orientation to the Biological Sciences This course orients entering students to the biological sciences. Topics examined in this course include an overview of the Tech Department of Biological Sciences and careers in biology, managing a biology curriculum (registration procedures, student responsibilities, and study skills), requirements for professional schools and graduate education, and undergraduate research opportunities. --- # BIOL 1014 — Introduction to Biological Science An introduction to the major concepts of biological science, with an emphasis on the development of this scientific perspective and how it applies to humans. May not be taken for credit after completion of BIOL 1114 , BIOL 2124 , or BIOL 2134 . Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # BIOL 1114 — Principles of Biology An in depth study of biological principles and the interrelationships of biology with other sciences. Topics included are: cellular structure, intermediary metabolism and differentiation, population genetics, ecology, and evolution. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # BIOL 2004 — Basic Human Anatomy and Physiology This course is intended for students who have a need for basic studies in functional aspects of the organ systems of the human body. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # BIOL 2014 — Human Anatomy This is an introductory course in human anatomy which should be useful to students in the biological and health oriented fields. The course is designed to present an introduction to the unified concepts and data that contribute to a basic understanding of the structure of the human body. The course will include familiarization with essential technical vocabulary; reference to general functions of organs and organ systems; and brief encounters with histology, embryology, and comparative anatomy. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # BIOL 2054 — Microbiology for Health Sciences Microbiological concepts, including overviews of bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa, prions, and viroid and how they interact with humans. Designed to serve students in health-related majors other than biology. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # BIOL 2111 — Environmental Seminar A seminar for students pursuing the environmental option of biology, chemistry, or geology and other students interested in environmental sciences. --- # BIOL 2124 — Principles of Zoology A survey of the major animal phyla: morphology, physiology, and natural history. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # BIOL 2134 — Principles of Botany Introduction to the structure, function, classification, and importance of nonvascular and vascular plants. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # BIOL 2404 — Human Anatomy and Physiology I This course is the first in a two semester sequence that covers the basic structure and function of human organ systems including mechanisms of homeostasis. Specific topics include: body organization, basic biochemistry, cell biology, metabolism, histology, the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Laboratory sessions involve dissection, microscopy, demonstration and/or experimental modeling of concepts. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # BIOL 2414 — Human Anatomy and Physiology II This course is the second in a two semester sequence that covers the basic structure and function of human organ systems including mechanisms of homeostasis. Specific topics include: the Endocrine, Cardiovascular, Lymphatic, Respiratory, Digestive, Urinary, and Reproductive systems as well as principles of immunity, genetics, metabolism, fluid and electrolyte balance, and acid-base homeostasis. Laboratory sessions involve dissection, microscopy, demonstration and/or experimental modeling of concepts. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # BIOL 2881 — Special Topics in Biology This course offers specialized instruction in an area of biological sciences that is not otherwise covered in the curriculum. The focus of the course will vary from offering to offering, thus the course may be taken more than once. --- # BIOL 2882 — Special Topics in Biology This course offers specialized instruction in an area of biological sciences that is not otherwise covered in the curriculum. The focus of the course will vary from offering to offering, thus the course may be taken more than once. --- # BIOL 2883 — Special Topics in Biology This course offers specialized instruction in an area of biological sciences that is not otherwise covered in the curriculum. The focus of the course will vary from offering to offering, thus the course may be taken more than once. --- # BIOL 2884 — Special Topics in Biology This course offers specialized instruction in an area of biological sciences that is not otherwise covered in the curriculum. The focus of the course will vary from offering to offering, thus the course may be taken more than once. --- # BIOL 3004 — Plant Taxonomy An overview of the major principles of classification, identification, naming, and collection of representatives of vascular plants. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. --- # BIOL 3033 — Bioinformatics This course focuses upon the principles and major concepts in bioinformatics. Course topics may include the following: blast searching, retrieving, and analyzing DNA & protein sequences; Metagenomic data analysis; molecular phylogenetic tree creation; bacterial genome isolation, sequencing, genome assembly, and annotation; gene data analysis in R. --- # BIOL 3034 — Genetics Introduction to and discussion of the principles of Mendelian, molecular and population genetics with a strong emphasis on problem solving. Laboratory exercises will involve hands-on experience with microbes, plants, animals and fungi using traditional and molecular techniques. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. --- # BIOL 3043 — Conservation A study of natural resources, their utilization in a technical society, and factors leading to their depletion. --- # BIOL 3054 — Microbiology An introduction to the microbial world with an emphasis on prokaryotes. Identification of bacteria based on staining, immunologic reactions, morphology and physiology. Symbionts and pathogens of human and domestic animals. Principles of control using chemical and physical agents. An overview of virology and immunology. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. --- # BIOL 3064 — Parasitology A survey of parasitism in the various phyla. Special emphasis is given to parasites that affect humans. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. --- # BIOL 3074 — Human Physiology An introduction to the function of vertebrate body systems, i.e., muscle action, digestion, circulation, nervous control, endocrine, metabolism and respiration, with special emphasis on the human body. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. --- # BIOL 3084 — Ichthyology Systematics, collection, identification, natural history, and importance of fishes. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. --- # BIOL 3104 — Introduction to Entomology This course will introduce the student to insect diversity and the identification of the major families of insects. Laboratory time will be spent learning family characteristics and collecting and preserving insect specimens. Lecture will consist of topics such as insect diversity, morphology and physiology. --- # BIOL 3111 — Environmental Seminar A seminar for students pursuing the environmental option of biology, chemistry, or geology and other students interested in environmental sciences. --- # BIOL 3114 — Principles of Ecology Responses of organisms to environmental variables, bioenergetics, population dynamics, community interactions, ecosystem structure and function, and major bio geographical patterns. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. --- # BIOL 3134 — Invertebrate Zoology Morphology, physiology, natural history and taxonomy of major invertebrate phyla. Laboratory maintenance and preservation techniques. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. --- # BIOL 3144 — Ornithology An introduction to the biology of birds. The course covers aspects of anatomy, physiology, behavior, natural history, evolution, and conservation of birds. Laboratories address field identification and natural history of the birds of Arkansas. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. --- # BIOL 3154 — Mammalogy Taxonomy, identification, ecology, and study natural history of the mammals. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. --- # BIOL 3174 — Physiological Ecology An in-depth study of plant and animal adaptations and responses to different environmental conditions. Comparative physiology of major systems, mechanisms of adaptation and adaptations to challenging habitats will be studied. --- # BIOL 3184 — Animal Behavior An introductory course in animal behavior covering behavioral responses in primitive and advanced animals exposed to a wide range of environmental and social conditions. Laboratory exercises will include field as well as in-lab exercises and will focus on observational techniques and analyses of behavioral patterns in vertebrates and invertebrates. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. --- # BIOL 3223 — Science Education in the Middle Level This course is designed to provide pre-service teachers with an integrated approach to the teaching of science in the middle grades. Theoretical and practical aspects of teaching science will be explored and students will develop curricular materials based on their explorations. Lecture two hours, laboratory 2 hours. --- # BIOL 3224 — Herpetology The phylogeny, classification, physiology, behavior, and distribution of reptiles and amphibians. The Laboratory will stress identification of the species found in Arkansas. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. --- # BIOL 3233 — Science Education in the Secondary School This course will examine the issues of nature and history of science, developing lessons and assessments, and science education standards for the prospective secondary school teacher. Curriculum development, including assessment and planning skills, utilizing various instructional media and inquiry methodology are emphasized. Design and execution of learning activities for a secondary school setting are required. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours. --- # BIOL 3243 — Integrating the Three Dimensions of Science This course integrates the three major areas of discipline in science: physical science, life science and earth science, using as a focus the processes and cross-cutting concepts of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). --- # BIOL 3252 — The Nature and Context of Science This seminar course examines science from a holistic perspective. It will concentrate on examining how current science develops scientific knowledge including unifying concepts across scientific disciplines, the place of science within modern society, technology and its role in science and society, and current scientific methodology. --- # BIOL 3253 — Teaching Methods for STEM An overview of strategies and techniques for planning, teaching, and assessing elementary science. An emphasis will be placed on best practices, crosscutting concepts, and core ideas outlined in current National Science Frameworks developed in conjunction with the National Research Council. Current adopted standards such as the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and Common Core State Standards will be emphasized in designing learning experiences that integrate science, technology, math, and engineering (STEM) with language arts skills. Inquiry-based methods and other constructivist appr… --- # BIOL 3353 — Fundamentals of Toxicology An introduction to the science of poisons. Toxicological principles studied include structures, dose/response relationships, metabolism, mechanism of action, and gross effects of chemicals. --- # BIOL 3803 — Applied Pathophysiology This course focuses on the mechanisms and concepts of selected pathological disturbances in the human body. Emphasis is placed on how the specific pathological condition effects the functioning of the system involved, as well as its impact on all other body systems. --- # BIOL 4023 — Immunology An overview of the human immune system, including cellular and humoral defense mechanisms, immunity to infection, hypersensitivity, transplant rejection, and tumor destruction. Immune deficiency and autoimmune diseases. Antibody structure and the use of antibodies in medicine and research. --- # BIOL 4024 — Limnology A study of physical and chemical processes in fresh water and their effects on organisms in lakes and streams. Laboratory sessions and field trips demonstrate limnological instrumentation and methodology. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. --- # BIOL 4033 — Cell Biology The primary goal of this course is to build on the cell and molecular component of BIOL 1114 , by performing an in-depth study of the molecular processes underlying cell structure and function through the directed application of energy and processing of information within the cell. Topics include methods of cell study, ultrastructure and function of cellular organelles, membrane structure and function, cell-cell communication, cell division and differentiation. Lecture three hours per week. --- # BIOL 4043 — Conservation Genetics This course focuses upon the principles and major concepts in conservation genetics from a contemporary viewpoint. Evolutionary genetics of natural populations, the effects of population size reduction, and practical applications of conservation genetics are among the topics examined in the course. --- # BIOL 4044 — Dendrology A study of woody plants with emphasis on field recognition throughout the year. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. --- # BIOL 4054 — Vertebrate Histology A study of functional/structural relationship of cells, tissues, and organs. Exercises in the preparation and observation of tissues and development of general principles of micro techniques. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. --- # BIOL 4064 — Evolutionary Biology This course focuses upon the principles and major concepts in evolutionary biology from a historical and contemporary viewpoint. Morphological and molecular evolution, population genetics, systematics, the fossil record, a history of life on earth, macroevolution, and adaptation are among the topics examined in this course. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours. --- # BIOL 4074 — Molecular Genetics This course continues the material introduced in Genetics ( BIOL 3034 ) with a focus upon the major concepts and techniques in contemporary molecular genetics. Current viewpoints of the gene, gene regulation, developmental genetics, recombinant DNA technology, genomics, proteonomics, and molecular evolution are among the topics examined in the course. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours. --- # BIOL 4083 — Cancer Biology An in-depth study of major areas and topics in cancer biology, including etiology and epidemiology of cancer, impact of the human genome mapping project, molecular genetics and cell biology of cancer, cancer modeling and clinical aspects of human cancer. --- # BIOL 4094 — Coastal Ecology A focused study of coastal ecology, as represented by the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Coastal plants, animals, their interactions, and relationship to the physical environment are explored. Investigations are conducted in the marshes, bays, estuaries, bogs, and barrier island systems. Students bear the cost of food and a nominal housing fee. --- # BIOL 4111 — Environmental Seminar A seminar for students pursuing the environmental option of biology, chemistry, or geology and other students interested in environmental sciences. --- # BIOL 4112 — Biology Internship A supervised, practical experience providing BIOL majors with a hands-on, professional experience related to their career interests. The course will allow students to gain experience in an occupational environment. Students will be placed in positions under the direction of the internship program director and work supervisor. The program will emphasize application of classroom knowledge to career goals. Approximately 200 clock hours, a proposal, a log book or journal, a summary letter from the employment supervisor, and a written report are required. --- # BIOL 4114 — Biology Internship A supervised, practical experience providing BIOL majors with a hands-on, professional experience related to their career interests. The course will allow students to gain experience in an occupational environment. Students will be placed in positions under the direction of the internship program director and work supervisor. The program will emphasize application of classroom knowledge to career goals. Approximately 400 clock hours, a proposal, a log book or journal, a summary letter from the employment supervisor, and a written report are required. --- # BIOL 4124 — Biological Assessment of Water Quality This course is an in-depth study of assessment of water quality by analyzing biological and chemical data. This course may include topics and case studies from the following list: Compare and contrast biological and chemical techniques for assessing water quality Physical and chemical properties of water Connecting flows and water quality Nutrient pollution Point and non-point sources Effects of petroleum pollution from extraction, transportation, refining, and combustion on biological systems SOPs, industry, and government standard practices and procedures for analyzing water quality Species… --- # BIOL 4163 — Biodiversity and Conservation Biology The concepts of, processes that produce, and factors that threaten biological diversity are introduced and examined. Further emphasis is placed on unique problems associated with small population size, management of endangered species and practical applications of conservation biology. --- # BIOL 4701 — Special Methods in Biology Intensive on campus exploration of the principles of curriculum construction, teaching methods, use of community resources, and evaluation as related to teaching biology. --- # BIOL 4881 — Advanced Topics in Biology This course offers advanced instruction in an area of biological sciences that is not otherwise covered in the curriculum. The focus of the course will vary from offering to offering, thus the course may be taken more than once. --- # BIOL 4882 — Advanced Topics in Biology This course offers advanced instruction in an area of biological sciences that is not otherwise covered in the curriculum. The focus of the course will vary from offering to offering, thus the course may be taken more than once. --- # BIOL 4883 — Advanced Topics in Biology This course offers advanced instruction in an area of biological sciences that is not otherwise covered in the curriculum. The focus of the course will vary from offering to offering, thus the course may be taken more than once. --- # BIOL 4884 — Advanced Topics in Biology This course offers advanced instruction in an area of biological sciences that is not otherwise covered in the curriculum. The focus of the course will vary from offering to offering, thus the course may be taken more than once. --- # BIOL 4891 — Seminar in Biology Designed to integrate all aspects of biology by covering current topics in many fields of biology and to acquaint the student with fields of biology not covered in the general curriculum. --- # BIOL 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Biology Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # BIOL 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Biology Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # BIOL 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Biology Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # BIOL 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Biology Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # BLAW 1033 — Law for Life: Understanding the Law and Personal Legal Issues This course is a survey of the basic framework of the American legal system and topics in law that many people encounter in both business and everyday life. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to explain the structure and function of the U.S. legal system and understand the basic principles of contracts torts, crimes, property law, family law, and employment law, including the public policy and ethical issues relevant to these areas of the law. --- # BLAW 2033 — Legal Environment of Business A survey of the U.S. legal system, the ethical and public policy issues relevant to business, and the principles of law commonly affecting business, including Constitutional law, contract law, tort law, employment law, white-collar crime, and laws pertaining to corporations and other business organizations. --- # BLAW 2133 — Honors Legal Environment of Business Students will be introduced to fundamental legal principles for both civil and criminal matters, as well as the structure of the court systems at both the federal and state level. The course will focus on legal issues in business including torts, employment law, intellectual property, basic property law, corporate organizations, bankruptcy, contracts, and commercial transactions. --- # BLAW 4073 — Special Topics in Law Course offers an in-depth exploration of selected legal issues affecting business. The primary focus of the course will vary from offering to offering; thus the course may be taken more than once. --- # BNK 2303 — Money and Banking Addresses the various financial markets as well as economic factors and their impact on the banking industry. --- # BNK 2313 — Principles of Banking Presents fundamental banking concepts and principles, the basics of how banks operate and serve providers and businesses, their obligation to operate in a safe and sound manner and manage risks, and the responsibilities of bank employees in a customer-focused financial services environment. --- # BNK 2323 — Branch Operations Introduces essential bank teller skills such as cash handling, check cashing, deposit and withdrawal processing, cash payments, and daily settlements of teller cash and proof transactions. Will develop a broad understanding of bank products while learning the importance of building customer relationships and cross-selling products to meet customer needs by providing value-added service. Will also look at item processing department and other back-office departments which will directly affect and be effected by teller work. --- # BNK 2333 — Loan Operations Covers the skills necessary for successful loan operations. Will address the consumer lending process by breaking the process down. Students will learn of the various loan products available, and how to identify the components of the consumer installment credit market. Students will apply credit math and loan pricing principles, as well as learn to recognize variables that affect loan structure. Regulation and compliance regarding the loan process will be heavily addressed. --- # BNK 2343 — Legal Foundations in Banking Presents the underlying legal structure for conducting the business of banking. This course covers key legal requirements affecting banks and bankers, as well as core language that must be understood to be effective. It provides the critical legal knowledge that every banker should know. --- # BNK 2593 — BANKING WORKBASED LEARNING I Banking Work-Based Learning is a field-based learning experience that combines study, observation, and professional experience. The purpose of work-based learning is to provide an opportunity for students to apply educational, leadership, and communication concepts and theories in a practical context and to provide the student with the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills deemed desirable for a career in the banking field. --- # BNK 2693 — BANKING WORKBASED LEARNING II Banking Work-Based Learning is a field-based learning experience that combines study, observation, and professional experience. The purpose of work-based learning is to provide an opportunity for students to apply educational, leadership, and communication concepts and theories in a practical context and to provide the student with the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills deemed desirable for a career in the banking field. --- # BNK 2793 — BANKING WORKBASED LEARNING III Banking Work-Based Learning is a field-based learning experience that combines study, observation, and professional experience. The purpose of work-based learning is to provide an opportunity for students to apply educational, leadership, and communication concepts and theories in a practical context and to provide the student with the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills deemed desirable for a career in the banking field. --- # BNK 2893 — BANKING WORKBASED LEARNING IV Banking Work-Based Learning is a field-based learning experience that combines study, observation, and professional experience. The purpose of work-based learning is to provide an opportunity for students to apply educational, leadership, and communication concepts and theories in a practical context and to provide the student with the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills deemed desirable for a career in the banking field. --- # BNK 2916 — Banking Work-Based Learning is a field-based learning experience that combines study, observation, and professional experience. The purpose of work-based learning is to provide an opportunity for students to apply educational, leadership, and communication concepts and theories in a practical context and to provide the student with the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills deemed desirable for a career in the banking field. This course is for high school students only. --- # BST 1003 — Business English Designed to develop the student's vocabulary skills, dictionary usage, proofreading, listening, and English grammar as needed for current business usage enabling the student to write and communicate effectively. --- # BST 1013 — Word Processing Students will learn word processing skills in storing, retrieving, formatting, editing, and printing through the manipulation of the software program. Must possess adequate computer literacy skills before enrolling. --- # BST 1033 — Administrative Support Procedures Emphasizes the practices and procedures acceptable in a business office. Topics include interpersonal relations, telephone usage, mail handling, records management, job application procedures, travel arrangements, reprographics, and financial statements. LEC: 3 hours. --- # BST 1043 — Professional Communication Designed to review and/or learn the basics in punctuation and to further develop spelling skills. The course covers the principles of effective communication in the modern business office. Topics include writing skills, reading skills, and psychological principles involved in effective business letter writing as well as oral communication. --- # BST 1053 — Spreadsheets Students will develop comprehensive skills using Microsoft Excel. These skills will include toolbar usage, cell and worksheet formatting, cell functions, worksheet organization and printing. The user will become adept at advanced features such as charts, linking worksheets and workbooks, customizing templates and toolbars, and other features. 1 hour lecture. --- # BST 1063 — Legal Environment for Business Technology Provides an introduction to characteristics of the American system of free enterprise and the obligations and rights of an individual. Topics include torts, rights of private property, contracts, bailment, insurance and risk, labor, and dignity and worth of an individual. --- # BST 1073 — Accounting The study of fundamental accounting concepts and procedures. The course emphasizes the accounting cycle, and includes journalizing and posting transactions, preparing trial balances, worksheets, and financial statements. Emphasis is also given to cash, banking, payroll procedures, sales, purchases, and accounts receivable/ payable. --- # BST 1083 — Introduction to Economics An overview of macroeconomics with continued emphasis on microeconomic theory as it applies to business technology students. --- # BST 1303 — Introduction to Computers Designed to introduce students to computer hardware, software, procedures, systems, and human resources as applied to business. It focuses on computer literacy, the concepts of the data processing cycle, and an introduction to commercially available software. LEC: 3 hours. --- # BST 2023 — Organizational Leadership This course is designed to provide individuals with the tools necessary to effectively lead other individuals and teams in today's complex organizational climate. This course addresses key dimensions of leadership behavior: personal integrity, self-knowledge, vision, communication, organizational competence, and empowering people and teams. The course will focus on three specific leadership areas: Individuals as leaders, team leadership and organizational leadership. --- # BST 2053 — Advanced Spreadsheets This course presents instructional material, self-study guides, and online practices where students will learn to use advanced functions of Excel to improve productivity, enhance spreadsheets with templates, charts, graphics, and formulas and streamline their operational work. Students will apply visual elements and advanced formulas to a worksheet to display data in various formats, apply advanced analysis techniques to more complex data sets, learn how to automate common tasks, and leverage on Excel’s advanced functionality to simplify and streamline day-to-day work. Topics covered include… --- # BST 2113 — Advanced Word Processing Provides students an opportunity for more in-depth practical application of word processing skills. Emphasis is given to design, format, merging, and advanced editing techniques. --- # BST 2123 — Computer Applications for Accounting Designed to acquaint students with major areas of computerized accounting. Application areas covered will include general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll. --- # BST 2133 — Multimedia Focuses on a variety of software as well as technology-based equipment used in advanced office settings. Projects will emphasize the use of the following: digital camera, video equipment, desktop publishing, graphics production, electronic slide show presentations, E-mail, and Internet. --- # BST 2143 — Introduction to Management Provides insight into the characteristics, organization, and operation of a business. Studies include international business, factors of business operations, and business decision-making. Management skills, the legal environment, and types of business ownership are included in this course. --- # BST 2153 — Database Management This course includes elementary database design, record layouts, simple selection operations, and basic report generation. --- # BST 2163 — Desktop Publishing Utilizes a desktop publishing software program in order to provide practical experience in the development of marketing and informative correspondence. Activities include creating newsletters, menus, posters, fact sheets, advertisements, business reports, brochures, comprehensive indexes, and planning a web page. LEC: 3 hours. --- # BST 2173 — Social Media Marketing Social Media is a countless array of Internet based tools and platforms that increase and enhance the sharing of information. This course will help students understand the unlimited amount of information available from social media sites for business advertising/marketing and social good. Students will gain the necessary skills to become media professionals and extend, enhance and apply their expertise to emerging social media information and communication technologies. --- # BST 2183 — Introduction to Marketing Principles This course is designed to serve as an introduction to the basic principles of marketing policies and practices and their application. Topics include consumers; policies; costs; analyzing opportunities, target markets, ethics, social responsibilities, and relationships. --- # BST 2213 — Human Relations Principles and Practices Designed to introduce students to the breadth and depth of the field of human relations. Emphasis is on the processes of communication, problem solving, decision making, conflict and change as they occur in individuals, interpersonal, group, and intergroup relations. --- # BST 2223 — Introduction to Research This course will cover using technology to gather, evaluate, and collect information from a variety of sources. Strategies for reading critically; organizing and developing thoughts; interpreting and evaluating sources; writing summaries, bibliographies, critiques, and literature reviews will be covered. Plagiarism, citation of sources, and proper format will also be discussed. 3 Hours Lecture. --- # BST 2443 — Introduction to Project Management Introduction to basic project management concepts, including how to scope, plan, launch, monitor, control and close a project. The course includes the Project Management Institute's (PMI) basic knowledge area: Integration, Scope, Time, Cost, Quality, Human Resources, Communication, Risk and Procurement. Students will use various tools, including software, to manage different levels of projects through their life cycle for various organizational structures and stakeholders. --- # BST 2513 — Introduction to Human Resources Management In this course, students explore the importance of establishing and/or administrating the goals, policies, and procedures of the organization. Students will cover the application of the various functions performed in contemporary human resources management, including communication, impacts of EEOC, writing job descriptions, recruitment, selection, interview techniques, orientation, developing policies and procedures, training, performance management, employee guidelines, and employee benefits. --- # BST 2523 — Employment Law This course examines foundational principles governing the employment relationship, including the legal rights and responsibilities of employers and employees. Students will gain an understanding of employee protections, compensation and benefits regulations, grievance and appeal procedures, responses to legal claims, and proper documentation practices for recruitment, discipline, and termination. The course also addresses workplace conduct concerns, privacy considerations, wrongful termination, and emerging legal precedents. --- # BST 2533 — Employee Recruiting, Training, and Compensation Students will be introduced to basic theories and strategies utilized in staffing, planning, recruiting, and selection, and compensation. Topics covered include job analysis, job description, recruitment, selection, and performance based assessment. This course enables the student to explore how human resources development professionals train individuals and develop the potentials of individuals within the workplace as well as understand the role that an integrated total compensation program can play in contributing to organizational success. --- # BST 2543 — Workplace Behavior and Ethics This course presents an overview of essential organizational theories and concepts. It focuses on the fundamental principles of motivation, control, change, and team building, as well as the development of effective working relationships across varied workplace settings. Students will review and examine ethical responsibilities and interactions among organizational departments, divisions, business management, and the public. --- # BST 2643 — Fundamentals of Small Business Operations is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the key elements involved in managing and growing a small business. This course will cover the fundamental concepts of business operations, including planning, financial management, marketing, human resources, and operational efficiency. Students will gain practical knowledge and skills to manage the day-to-day activities of a small business, with an emphasis on strategic decision-making, problem-solving, and maximizing operational success. --- # BUAD 1113 — Introduction to Business The course provides university orientation and a preview of the business discipline. The course explores the fundamentals of organizing and managing business enterprises and the American enterprise system. --- # BUAD 2003 — Business Information Systems An introduction to business information systems with emphasis on concepts and applications utilizing spreadsheets, word processing, and database management as productivity tools; provides basic rationale for using computers in generating and managing information necessary for the business decision making process. --- # BUAD 4000 — School of Business College Distinction Activity This course is required for all students accepted into the School of Business College of Distinction. --- # BUAD 4100 — Business Experiential Learning Activity This non-credit course indicates student completion of one or more experiential learning activities during the semester taken. Examples of experiential learning include activities that allow students to engage: 1. with external entities such as a business or non-profit organization to work on or solve business problems; 2. in business decision making activities; and 3. in work related activities. This course will be pass(P)/fail(F) and is offered each semester. --- # BUAD 6003 — Independent Study Students will complete an administrative project approved in advance by their advisor. The project must include elements of administration with a subject relevant to the student's program of study. Successful completion of the project will include a professional report and full presentation of the project findings/results. The work may take the form of an internship, a research project or a consulting project. --- # BUAD 6093 — Special Topics in Business Course offers an in-depth exploration of selected issues affecting business. The primary focus of the course will vary from offering to offering; thus the course may be taken more than once. There is a required research project. --- # BUAD 6100 — Business Experiential Learning This non-credit course indicates student completion of one or more experiential learning activities during the semester taken. Examples of experiential learning include activities that allow students to engage: 1. with external entities such as business or non-profit organization to work on or solve business problems; 2. in business making activities; and 3. in work related activities. This course will be pass (P)/fail (F) and is offered each semester. --- # CHEM 1111 — Survey of Chemistry Laboratory An introduction to laboratory experiences in chemistry. $40 laboratory fee. --- # CHEM 1113 — A Survey of Chemistry A survey of selected topics in chemistry for life science majors. A brief introduction to fundamental concepts, atomic structure, chemical bonding, and periodic law as applied in the life sciences and allied areas. May not be taken for credit after completion of CHEM 2124 or 2134 . --- # CHEM 2120 — General Chemistry I Lab Co-requisite for CHEM 2124 General Chemistry I. --- # CHEM 2124 — General Chemistry I The first of a two semester sequence designed for science and engineering majors. Topics include qualitative and quantitative, applied and theoretical analyses of the interactions of matter; atoms, molecules, ions, the mole concept, chemical equations, gases, solutions, intermolecular forces, thermochemistry, quantum theory, periodic law, ionic and covalent bonding, molecular geometry. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # CHEM 2130 — General Chemistry II Lab Co-requisite for CHEM 2134 , General Chemistry II. --- # CHEM 2134 — General Chemistry II A continuation of CHEM 2124 , encompassing chemical kinetics, equilibrium, acid/base systems, atmospheric chemistry, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, descriptive inorganic chemistry and nuclear chemistry. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # CHEM 2204 — Organic Physiological Chemistry For students who desire only one semester of organic/physiologic chemistry, such as wildlife biology and various allied health programs. A brief introduction to organic and physiological chemistry. The structures, reactions and biological aspects of organic compounds will be stressed. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # CHEM 2991 — Special Problems in Chemistry One to three credits, depending on the nature and extent of the problem. This course is designed to encourage creative, independent scientific activity on the part of advanced students. Problems will be designed to fit the future aspirations of individual students and will be supervised by a faculty mentor. --- # CHEM 2992 — Special Problems in Chemistry One to three credits, depending on the nature and extent of the problem. This course is designed to encourage creative, independent scientific activity on the part of advanced students. Problems will be designed to fit the future aspirations of individual students and will be supervised by a faculty mentor. --- # CHEM 2993 — Special Problems in Chemistry One to three credits, depending on the nature and extent of the problem. This course is designed to encourage creative, independent scientific activity on the part of advanced students. Problems will be designed to fit the future aspirations of individual students and will be supervised by a faculty mentor. --- # CHEM 3245 — Quantitative Analysis This is a lab intensive course, that focuses on a variety of experimental techniques that enable the chemist to characterize and quantify many types of samples. Lecture three hours, laboratory six hours. --- # CHEM 3250 — Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry Laboratory --- # CHEM 3254 — Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry An introduction to the chemistry of covalently bonded carbon. Special emphasis will be given to descriptive and structural aspects of Organic Chemistry. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours. --- # CHEM 3260 — Mechanistic Organic Chemistry Laboratory --- # CHEM 3264 — Mechanistic Organic Chemistry A continuation of CHEM 3254 with special emphasis on theory and mechanisms of organic reactions. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours. --- # CHEM 3301 — Chemistry Seminar Participants will prepare written reviews, present oral reports, and defend their reports. Emphasis will be on the use of the library and current chemical research. --- # CHEM 3313 — Environmental Chemistry An examination of the chemistry of the environment including the origins, natural processes, and anthropogenic influences. --- # CHEM 3324 — Physical Chemistry I A junior-level chemistry course required of all chemistry majors. Course content includes ideal and non-ideal gases, laws of thermodynamics, enthalpy, entropy, heat capacity, free energy, Maxwell's relations, activities, phase and chemical equilibria, electrochemistry, colligative properties, kinetic theory of gases, statistical mechanics, classical kinetics and mechanisms. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # CHEM 3334 — Physical Chemistry II Continuation of CHEM 3324 . Early and modern quantum theory, wave mechanics and the Schrödinger wave equation, valence bond theory, molecular orbital (MO) theory, computational chemistry, group theory and molecular symmetry, vibrational and rotational spectroscopy. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours. --- # CHEM 3340 — Principles of Biochemistry Laboratory --- # CHEM 3344 — Principles of Biochemistry The chemistry of metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins. Basic concepts of the biochemistry of DNA, vitamins, enzymes, biological oxidations, and bioenergetics with introduction to biochemical laboratory techniques. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours. --- # CHEM 3353 — Fundamentals of Toxicology An introduction to the science of poisons. Toxicological principles studied include structures, dose/response relationships, metabolism, mechanism of action, and gross effects of chemicals. --- # CHEM 3363 — Metabolic Biochemistry The study of metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids, and the study of biological information flow in organisms. Metabolic pathways and genetic informational flow in plants and animals will be addressed. --- # CHEM 3423 — Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry Basic descriptive inorganic chemistry dealing in a systematic way with the elements and the structures, properties and reactions of their inorganic compounds. Topics range from coordination chemistry to organometallic chemistry to bioinorganic chemistry. --- # CHEM 3991 — Special Problems in Chemistry One to three credits, depending on the nature and extent of the problem. This course is designed to encourage creative, independent scientific activity on the part of advanced students. Problems will be designed to fit the future aspirations of individual students and will be supervised by a faculty mentor. --- # CHEM 3992 — Special Problems in Chemistry One to three credits, depending on the nature and extent of the problem. This course is designed to encourage creative, independent scientific activity on the part of advanced students. Problems will be designed to fit the future aspirations of individual students and will be supervised by a faculty mentor. --- # CHEM 3993 — Special Problems in Chemistry One to three credits, depending on the nature and extent of the problem. This course is designed to encourage creative, independent scientific activity on the part of advanced students. Problems will be designed to fit the future aspirations of individual students and will be supervised by a faculty mentor. --- # CHEM 4033 — Medicinal Chemistry is the science of design and synthesis of (mainly) small organic molecules which display biological effects in living systems. The discipline includes investigation of pharmacology of these chemical agents. In this course, special emphasis will be given to rational drug design and structure-activity relationship (SAR). --- # CHEM 4401 — Chemistry Seminar Participants will prepare written reviews, present oral reports, and defend their reports. Emphasis will be on the use of the library and current chemical research. --- # CHEM 4414 — Instrumental Analysis This course is designed for chemistry majors. It will focus on the understanding of the instrumental methods used in analytical chemistry. A variety of spectrometric, chromatographic, and electrometric techniques will be covered in the lecture and laboratory. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours. --- # CHEM 4424 — Advanced Inorganic Chemistry CHEM 4424 is a senior level inorganic chemistry course. The course gives an overview of some of the many advanced areas of study in inorganic chemistry including atomic and molecular structure, acid-base chemistry, symmetry and group theory, coordination chemistry and organometallic chemistry. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours. --- # CHEM 4433 — Advanced Topics in Chemistry Various advanced topics in any specialty area of chemistry, e.g., polymers, coordination chemistry, and nuclear chemistry. --- # CHEM 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Chemistry Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # CHEM 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Chemistry Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # CHEM 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Chemistry Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # CHEM 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Chemistry Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # CHEM 4991 — Special Problems in Chemistry One to four credits, depending on the nature and extent of the problem. This course is designed to encourage creative, independent scientific activity on the part of advanced students. Problems will be designed to fit the future aspirations of individual students and will be supervised by a faculty mentor. --- # CHEM 4992 — Special Problems in Chemistry One to four credits, depending on the nature and extent of the problem. This course is designed to encourage creative, independent scientific activity on the part of advanced students. Problems will be designed to fit the future aspirations of individual students and will be supervised by a faculty mentor. --- # CHEM 4993 — Special Problems in Chemistry One to four credits, depending on the nature and extent of the problem. This course is designed to encourage creative, independent scientific activity on the part of advanced students. Problems will be designed to fit the future aspirations of individual students and will be supervised by a faculty mentor. --- # CHEM 4994 — Special Problems in Chemistry One to four credits, depending on the nature and extent of the problem. This course is designed to encourage creative, independent scientific activity on the part of advanced students. Problems will be designed to fit the future aspirations of individual students and will be supervised by a faculty mentor. --- # CHEM 6881 — Workshop The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour. --- # CHEM 6882 — Workshop The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour. --- # CHEM 6883 — Workshop The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour. --- # CIS 1103 — Programming I This course is designed to give the student an understanding of established and new methodologies using Microsoft Visual Basic programming. Course content will include an overview of programming, designing an application and using variables and constants. Emphasis will be placed on developing logical thinking skills. No prior programming skill is necessary. --- # CIS 1113 — Fundamental Computer Operation Students will learn to manage current Microsoft Operating Systems. Topics included are troubleshooting and applying basic commands that are necessary in a working environment. Students will also explore basic Network and Web Design concepts. No prior computer experience is necessary. --- # CIS 1153 — Networking I Designed as a foundation course that provides the theory and basic understanding of the hardware and software that comes together to build local area networks. --- # CIS 1183 — Fundamentals of Cybersecurity This course introduces the fundamentals of cybersecurity, including common threats, vulnerabilities, and defense mechanisms. --- # CIS 1213 — Operating Systems The goal of this course is to provide a comprehensive understanding of the multiple operating systems commonly found in the information technology field today. Students will learn the theory behind operating systems and some basic to advanced components of each operating system. This course walks the student through current hardware and how it interacts with operating systems. The student will learn basic functions and design of file systems found in Windows, UNIX, and Macintosh operating systems. --- # CIS 1233 — Systems Analysis and Design This course is an introduction to basic concepts regarding the system life cycle, analytical tools and methods, file and record layouts, and elements of the design phase. --- # CIS 1243 — HTML Programming This class leads students through the beginning Web Site creation process while developing and enhancing HTML, CSS, and visual design skills along the way. Students will begin by learning about layout and navigation, progress to Web typography, colors and images, working with CSS and more. The course covers the latest Web design technologies and trends, including Web accessibility, standards-based coding and CSS positioning. --- # CIS 1253 — Networking II Builds upon the skills and concepts learned in Networking I. Emphasis will be on the hands-on aspects of personal computer networks using Microsoft and Linux based networking products, including installations and/or expanding a networking system and troubleshooting problems. This course is designated as "green". --- # CIS 1303 — PC Maintenance I This course is designed to prepare individuals to troubleshoot, build, and repair personal computers, workstations, printers, and other computer peripherals. The student will also learn to install, debug, diagnose, and repair software problems associated with PCs. This course is designated as "green". --- # CIS 2133 — Web Page Design This course provides a solid foundation for understanding the key issues associated with designing successful, standards-based Web sites that are portable across different operating systems, browsers and Web devices. The purpose of the course is to facilitate proficiency in Web site development through thorough explanations and numerous hands-on activities. Students will be introduced to overall site layout and navigation planning and then proceed to specific topics such as Web typography, colors and images, CSS page layouts, and floating layouts. This course is designated as "green". --- # CIS 2153 — Programming in C++ Introduction to Programming in C++ provides an overview of programming concepts, design and an introduction to coding using the C++ language. This course focuses on creating logical computer programs in C++ and will address fundamental concepts of analysis, design, testing and code development. It includes flowcharts, Boolean logic, control flow, data types and structures, variables, arrays, and functions. --- # CIS 2213 — Mobile Applications This course is designed to introduce students to mobile application development with modern web application technologies. Using Ionic (Advanced HTML5 Hybrid Mobile Application Framework) and various other web technologies, students will build native mobile applications for iOS and Android platforms that can also be run in a web browser. Lecture: 3 hours. Ozark CTE General Technology fee: $51. --- # CIS 2323 — Fundamentals of Cybersecurity Introduces the fundamentals of cybersecurity, including common threats, vulnerabilities, and defense mechanisms. Covers basic programming logic, structure, and problem-solving skills using Visual Basic.net. Focuses on the design, development, and maintenance of functional and visually appealing websites. Allows students to explore specialized topics or emerging technologies. --- # CIS 2493 — Cybersecurity This Cisco-based course will help students understand cybersecurity operations, network principles, roles, and responsibilities as well as the related technologies, tools, regulations, and frameworks available. Apply knowledge and skills to monitor, detect, investigate, analyze, and respond to security incidents. This course is designed to be a guided pace course. Self-directed learning skills involve the ability to manage learning tasks without having them directed by others. --- # CIS 2593 — Specialized Programming This course provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to develop Python programming applications that they might use in a beginning programming job that is relevant to a business environment. Students will use Python Programming to create and modify programs to be used in a robotic environment. --- # CIS 2693 — Gaming Utilizing Transitional Thinking Methodology Active Learning instructional methods, This course helps students develop critical thinking skills in a guided pace environment using a variety of digital development tools. Including, but not limited to, Unreal Engine, Unity, Blender, and GIMP. In this course, you will work in a team environment to create a game of your own style using your creative thinking skills. --- # CIS 2793 — Cisco I This is the first Cisco-based course in a 3-course CCNA series that introduces architectures, models, protocols, and networking elements. Students will develop a working knowledge of IP addressing schemes and foundational network security and be able to perform basic configurations for routers and switches. The OSI model will be covered in depth. --- # CIS 2893 — Cisco II Routers and Switching CISCO -SRWE (Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials) teaches networking based on technology, Students learn the basics of routing, switching, and advanced technologies to prepare for Cisco CCNA certification and entry-level networking careers. --- # CIS 2993 — Special Topics for Computer Information Systems This course is designed to introduce students to specific areas in Computer Information Systems. Course content and credit are designed to meet the needs of the student. The topic will vary from offering to offering; thus, the course may be taken more than once for a total of 6 hours. This course requires 15 clock hours per one semester credit hour. --- # CJ 2003 — Introduction to Criminal Justice An overview of the criminal justice system and the workings of each component. Topics include the history, structure, and functions of law enforcement, judicial and correctional organizations, their interrelationship and effectiveness, and the future trends in each. --- # CJ 2033 — Social Problems A sociological analysis of contemporary social problems including inequalities, deviance, population changes, and troubled institutions. --- # CJ 2043 — Crime and Delinquency A study of the major areas of crime and delinquency; theories of crime, the nature of criminal behavior and the components of the criminal justice system. Topics include: crime statistics, criminology research, theories of crime and delinquency, criminal typologies and operations of the criminal justice system. --- # CJ 3023 — Judicial Process The structure and operations of the state and national court systems. Emphasis is upon the role of the criminal courts in the political system and the consequences of judicial policy making. --- # CJ 3033 — Criminal Psychology The course familiarizes students with various models, theories, and research regarding criminality from a psychological perspective. Genetic, constitutional, and biological factors will be emphasized and some practical applications to dealing with criminals will be considered. --- # CJ 3083 — Social Deviance An introduction to the sociological and criminological study of human deviance. Various theories of deviance will be examined and applied to real life examples. --- # CJ 3103 — The Juvenile Justice System An in-depth look at the juvenile justice system including the structure, statuses and roles as well as current issues, problems, and trends. --- # CJ 3153 — Prison and Corrections An introduction to and analysis of contemporary American corrections. Emphasis will be on current and past correctional philosophy, traditional and modern correctional facilities, correctional personnel and offenders, new approaches in corrections, and the relationship of corrections to the criminal justice field. --- # CJ 3203 — Serial and Mass Murder This course explores the sociological, psychological, and criminological dimensions of serial and mass homicide. Topics include offender typologies, victim selection, motive analysis, media influence, investigative strategies, and societal responses. Emphasis is placed on theoretical frameworks, structural contexts, and the role of institutions in understanding and addressing these crimes. Students will engage with the case studies, research literature, and critical analysis to examine how homicide is patterned, portrayed, and prevented. --- # CJ 3223 — Cybercrimes An examination of cybercrime including, but not limited to, the types, historical background, theoretical perspectives, measurement, and law enforcement of cybercrime. --- # CJ 3273 — Victimology An introduction to the sociological and criminological study of victimization focused on survivors. Topics include trauma-informed theory, national victimization trends, survivor interaction with criminal justice systems (police, courts, corrections), victim compensation, and restorative justice. The course also examines specific crime types, violent, property, intimate partner, family, and sexual offenses, and the application of survivor-centered advocacy and recovery practices. --- # CJ 4013 — Drugs in Society This course presents a comprehensive study of the history and prohibition of drug use in the United States, as well as the effects of drugs on society in the form of crime, prison and treatment. The main focus of this class is on the history of drug use, how certain drugs become illegal, and the intended and unintended consequences of drug prohibition for communities and society. --- # CJ 4023 — Law and the Legal System A comprehensive study of judicial process and behavior in criminal and civil law. --- # CJ 4033 — Policing and Society A comprehensive study of historical and contemporary issues in American policing. Topics include theories of policing, police training and socialization, police discretion, technological advancements in policing, community policing, interaction with minority communities, and current controversies. --- # CJ 4093 — Technology, Power, and Social Change This course examines the complex and evolving relationship between technology and society. Students will explore how systems like artificial intelligence, digital surveillance, and algorithmic governance emerge from and reinforce social structures, especially in relation to power, inequality, and institutional change. Drawing on sociological theory and real-world case studies, the course emphasizes the social construction of technology and its varied effects on labor, identity, education, and governance. --- # CJ 4103 — White Collar Crime This course analyzes the complex world of white-collar crime, focusing on offenses such as corporate fraud, securities violations, political corruption, environmental harm, and large-scale financial misconduct. These crimes are often committed not in the margins of society but from positions of power, including corporate offices, government institutions, and financial markets. Drawing on both criminological and power shape the causes, consequences, and responses to white collar crime. Emphasis is placed on the relationship between power, opportunity, and accountability, as well as the legal a… --- # CJ 4113 — Criminal Law This course introduces students to the substantive foundations of criminal law in the United States. Through a combination of legal theory, statutory interpretation, and real-world case analysis, students will explore the essential elements of criminal offenses, including, actus reus, mens rea, causation, and attendant circumstances. The course also examines justifications and excuses, inchoate offenses, and the structure of legal defenses. Particular attention is given to crimes against persons, property, public order, and the state. This class emphasizes both historical and contemporary leg… --- # CJ 4123 — Crime and Gender This course is designed to examine the challenges that women face as victims, perpetrators and professionals with the criminal justice system. In addition, this course will discuss the sources of data collection for women and crime. Lastly, in this course students will be introduced to feminist criminology and its contributions to the research on women in crime. --- # CJ 4141 — Seminar in Criminal Justice This course is a directed seminar in an area of criminal justice selected by both the student and supervising faculty member. Topics will vary depending on the research underway, community or student need, and the unique educational opportunity available. This course may be repeated for course credit if the content differs. --- # CJ 4142 — Seminar in Criminal Justice This course is a directed seminar in an area of criminal justice selected by both the student and supervising faculty member. Topics will vary depending on the research underway, community or student need, and the unique educational opportunity available. This course may be repeated for course credit if the content differs. --- # CJ 4143 — Seminar in Criminal Justice This course is a directed seminar in an area of criminal justice selected by both the student and supervising faculty member. Topics will vary depending on the research underway, community or student need, and the unique educational opportunity available. This course may be repeated for course credit if the content differs. --- # CJ 4144 — Seminar in Criminal Justice This course is a directed seminar in an area of criminal justice selected by both the student and supervising faculty member. Topics will vary depending on the research underway, community or student need, and the unique educational opportunity available. This course may be repeated for course credit if the content differs. --- # CJ 4206 — The Law in Action An examination of sociological theories of law and main currents of legal philosophy is followed by participant observation of actual community legal agencies, including police, courts, and others as available. --- # CJ 4223 — Family Violence This course is designed to examine the intersection of family and crime exploring through the sociological lens. --- # CJ 4303 — Criminal Evidence A comprehensive introduction to the principles, rules, and procedures governing criminal evidence in the United States legal system. Emphasizing both theory and application, the course examines how evidence is gathered, analyzed, and used at various states of a criminal trial. Topics covered include the burden of proof, admissibility standards, and the roles of judges, juries, and attorneys in evaluating evidence. Special attention will be given to how evolving case law and the Federal Rules of Evidence influence trial strategy and the rights of the accused. By the end of the course, students… --- # CJ 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Criminal Justice Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # CJ 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Criminal Justice Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # CJ 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Criminal Justice Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # CJ 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Criminal Justice Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # CJ 4991 — Special Problems in Criminal Justice Content is to be determined by faculty student conference and based on student background and interest. --- # CJ 4992 — Special Problems in Criminal Justice Content is to be determined by faculty student conference and based on student background and interest. --- # CJ 4993 — Special Problems in Criminal Justice Content is to be determined by faculty student conference and based on student background and interest. --- # CJ 4994 — Special Problems in Criminal Justice Content is to be determined by faculty student conference and based on student background and interest. --- # CMPE 4191 — Computer Engineering Design Project I First of a two part sequence of courses to complete a group project in computer engineering design. Emphasis will be placed on designing an digital/computer based system or sub-system with due regard for: safety, environmental concerns, reliability, longevity, ease of manufacturing, maintainability, and cost effectiveness. Both a written and oral report are required. --- # CMPE 4192 — Computer Engineering Design Project II Second of a two part sequence of courses to complete a group project in computer engineering design. Emphasis will be placed on designing a digital/computer based system or sub-system with due regard for: safety, environmental concerns, reliability, longevity, ease of manufacturing, maintainability, and cost effectiveness. Both a written and oral report are required. --- # CNA 1114 — Nursing Assistant This course covers the fundamental principles, skills, and attitudes needed to give nursing care and prevent the spread of disease. Procedures used in the care of the sick and the ability to adapt them to various situations are discussed. Students will learn to document their observations and interventions. --- # CNSL 5003 — Medical and Psychosocial Aspects of Disability A study of the etiology, treatment and prognosis of various disabling conditions. Emphasis will be placed on medical information as received in medical reports, and as related to vocational functioning and to the everyday psychological and social adjustment problems associated with disability. --- # CNSL 5141 — Seminar in Counseling A directed seminar in an area of counseling. The specific focus will depend upon research underway, community or student need, and the unique educational opportunity available. --- # CNSL 5142 — Seminar in Counseling A directed seminar in an area of counseling. The specific focus will depend upon research underway, community or student need, and the unique educational opportunity available. --- # CNSL 5143 — Seminar in Counseling A directed seminar in an area of counseling. The specific focus will depend upon research underway, community or student need, and the unique educational opportunity available. --- # CNSL 5163 — Foundations of Substance Abuse An introduction to mood and mind-altering substances and related issues designed to provide an overview of the physical, psychological, and sociocultural effects of psychoactive substance use and abuse. Topics include the history of psyhcoactive substances, pharmacokinetics, models of addition, patterns of use, diagnostic and treatment information, cultural perspectives, sociopolitical issues, prevention and education. --- # CNSL 5173 — Foundations of Rehabilitation Counseling Studies focusing on the history and philosophy of rehabilitation counseling, noting federal legislation concerning vocational rehabilitation and independent living mandates. Content also focuses on ethical issues in rehabilitation counseling. Further, rehabilitation counseling services provided in various settings and career options for rehabilitation counselors is also explored. --- # CNSL 5223 — Ethics and Professional Development Studies that provide an understanding of the professional functioning of counselors including history and philosophy of the profession, professional roles, functions, and relationships with other human service providers, professional organizations, professional credentialing, the role of the professional counselor in advocating on behalf of the profession and ethical standards of ACA and CRCC highlighting applications of ethical and legal considerations in professional counseling. --- # CNSL 5233 — Social and Cultural Counseling Studies that provide an understanding of the social and cultural factors that shape human relationships, behaviors, and societal trends related to such factors as culture, ethnicity, nationality, age, gender, physical and cognitive characteristics, education, family systems, belief structures, and socioeconomic conditions including all of the following; a) social and cultural dynamics within and among groups at national and international levels; b) the development of attitudes, belief systems, and personal identity; c) strategies for effective interaction and communication among individuals,… --- # CNSL 5253 — Psychopathology A study of the DSM-V-TR (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, 5th Edition -Text Revised) and the mild to severe behavioral disorders found therein. Students will learn about the etiology, treatment, and prognosis of various mental health diagnoses, gain a broad knowledge regarding psychological disorders, dysfunctional behaviors, and appropriate diagnostic and treatment options for these diagnoses, as well as develop a foundational comprehension regarding the diagnostic classification system, etiology, assessment, and treatment of mental health diagnoses. Both the history of mental health as we… --- # CNSL 6013 — Vocational Counseling Studies that provide an understanding of career development and related life factors including career development theories, related assessment techniques and instruments, the career counseling process (i.e., career and educational planning, placement, follow-up, and evaluation), and collaboration with employers/education institutions. --- # CNSL 6023 — Assessment in Counseling Environments Studies that provide an understanding of individual and group approaches to assessment and evaluation, including basic concepts of standardized and non-standardized testing, other assessment techniques including norm-referenced and criterion-referenced assessment, environmental assessment, performance assessment, individual and group test and inventory methods, behavioral observations and computer-managed and computer-assisted methods, statistical concepts including reliability and validity, strategies for selecting, administering, and interpreting assessment and evaluation instruments and te… --- # CNSL 6123 — Counseling Theories A comparative study of the major theories of counseling, stressing their philosophical views of mankind, assumptions, techniques, strengths, and weaknesses. Students will explore their own inclinations toward given theories so that they may begin to develop their own theoretical toolkit. --- # CNSL 6163 — Diagnosis and Treatment in Counseling This course introduces students to fundamental concepts of the current edition of the DSM as well as the clinical interviewing skills necessary to apply diagnoses to clients in an ethical manner. This course will look at multicultural aspects and as well as from co-occurring diagnosis perspectives (additions and mental health diagnoses.) This course will allow future clinicans to create self-awareness as a critical dimension in accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning. Course materials will consist of both lecture, use of current DSM manual, and case studies. --- # CNSL 6204 — Counseling Skills Studies that provide an understanding of counseling and consultation process, including: counselor and consultant characteristics and behaviors that influence helping processes, verbal and nonverbal behaviors and personal characteristics, orientations, and skills; the development of a therapeutic relationship, establishment of appropriate counseling goals, designing of intervention strategies, evaluation of client outcomes, and success termination of the professional relationship. Studies will also facilitate student self-awareness so that the counselor-client relationship is therapeutic, and… --- # CNSL 6223 — Family and Relationship Counseling: Theories and Techniques A course to gain an understanding of the historical development of family systems theory and the major contributors of the theory and practice of family therapy, to demonstrate a working knowledge of the major theoretical concepts that are foundational to the field of family therapy. An examination of systems framework and the influence of family forms on family functioning. --- # CNSL 6233 — Theories and Techniques of Group Counseling Studies that provide both theoretical and experiential understandings of group purpose, development, dynamics, counseling theories, group counseling methods and skills, and other group approaches, including principles of group dynamics (e.g., group process components, developmental stage theories, group members' roles and behaviors, therapeutic factors of group work), group leadership styles and approaches, theories of group counseling, group counseling methods, approaches used for other types of group work, professional preparation standards for group leaders, and ethical and legal considera… --- # CNSL 6431 — Technology in Counseling A study of the process, application and implementation of technology assisted counseling/therapy that meets state academic requirements for the distance delivery of clinical services. Areas of study will include the integration of ethical and social responsibility, current standards or practice for distance delivery and appropriateness of services with diverse individuals, relationships, and families. --- # CNSL 6803 — Psychopharmacology and the Counseling Profession Study of theory, research, and practice issues pertaining to psychopharmacology for non-medical practitioners. An introduction to behavioral psychopharmacology. Considerable attention is given to general principals of pharmacology as applied to the nervous system. Instruction is focused on broad principles and the activity of classes of drugs. --- # CNSL 6823 — Advanced Case Management Strategies for Counseling An examination and application of the case management process from conceptualization to resolution including complete case recording and documentation, principles of caseload management, and techniques for working with individuals with limited English proficiency or varied communication methods. Studies will highlight principles, models, and documentation formats for biopsychosocial case conceptualization and treatment planning, in addition to negotiation, mediation, and conflict resolution strategies. Students will also understand and address institutional and social barriers that impeded ac… --- # CNSL 6891 — Independent Study courses are intended for graduate students who have the interest and the ability to investigate a topic not covered in the graduate courses available in their major field of study. The topic, format, and specific requirements of each independent study project must be approved in writing by the supervising instructor, graduate advisor, and program director prior to enrollment for independent study credit. --- # CNSL 6892 — Independent Study courses are intended for graduate students who have the interest and the ability to investigate a topic not covered in the graduate courses available in their major field of study. The topic, format, and specific requirements of each independent study project must be approved in writing by the supervising instructor, graduate advisor, and program director prior to enrollment for independent study credit. --- # CNSL 6893 — Independent Study courses are intended for graduate students who have the interest and the ability to investigate a topic not covered in the graduate courses available in their major field of study. The topic, format, and specific requirements of each independent study project must be approved in writing by the supervising instructor, graduate advisor, and program director prior to enrollment for independent study credit. --- # CNSL 6894 — Independent Study courses are intended for graduate students who have the interest and the ability to investigate a topic not covered in the graduate courses available in their major field of study. The topic, format, and specific requirements of each independent study project must be approved in writing by the supervising instructor, graduate advisor, and program director prior to enrollment for independent study credit. --- # CNSL 6973 — Practicum in Counseling The practicum totals a minimum of 100 clock hours including 40 hours of direct service with clients, including experience in individual counseling and group work; weekly interaction with an average of one hour per week of individual and/or triadic supervision which occurs regularly over a minimum of one academic term by a program faculty member or a supervisor working under the supervision of a program, faculty member; an average of 1.5 hours per week of group supervision that is provided on a regular schedule over the course of the student's practicum by a program faculty member or a supervi… --- # CNSL 6981 — Internship in Counseling The Internship(s) requires the minimum of supervised 600 total clock hours that is begun after the completion of the practicum. The internship includes 240 total hours of direct service with clients appropriate to the program of study; weekly interaction with an average of one hour per week of individual an/or triadic supervision, throughout the internship(s), (usually performed by the on-site supervisor); an average of 1.5 hours per week of group supervision provided on a regular schedule throughout the internship, usually performed by a program faculty member; the opportunity for the studen… --- # CNSL 6982 — Internship in Counseling The Internship(s) requires the minimum of supervised 600 total clock hours that is begun after the completion of the practicum. The internship includes 240 total hours of direct service with clients appropriate to the program of study; weekly interaction with an average of one hour per week of individual an/or triadic supervision, throughout the internship(s), (usually performed by the on-site supervisor); an average of 1.5 hours per week of group supervision provided on a regular schedule throughout the internship, usually performed by a program faculty member; the opportunity for the studen… --- # CNSL 6983 — Internship in Counseling The Internship(s) requires the minimum of supervised 600 total clock hours that is begun after the completion of the practicum. The internship includes 240 total hours of direct service with clients appropriate to the program of study; weekly interaction with an average of one hour per week of individual an/or triadic supervision, throughout the internship(s), (usually performed by the on-site supervisor); an average of 1.5 hours per week of group supervision provided on a regular schedule throughout the internship, usually performed by a program faculty member; the opportunity for the studen… --- # CNSL 6984 — Internship in Counseling The Internship(s) requires the minimum of supervised 600 total clock hours that is begun after the completion of the practicum. The internship includes 240 total hours of direct service with clients appropriate to the program of study; weekly interaction with an average of one hour per week of individual an/or triadic supervision, throughout the internship(s), (usually performed by the on-site supervisor); an average of 1.5 hours per week of group supervision provided on a regular schedule throughout the internship, usually performed by a program faculty member; the opportunity for the studen… --- # CNSL 6985 — Internship in Counseling The Internship(s) requires the minimum of supervised 600 total clock hours that is begun after the completion of the practicum. The internship includes 240 total hours of direct service with clients appropriate to the program of study; weekly interaction with an average of one hour per week of individual an/or triadic supervision, throughout the internship(s), (usually performed by the on-site supervisor); an average of 1.5 hours per week of group supervision provided on a regular schedule throughout the internship, usually performed by a program faculty member; the opportunity for the studen… --- # CNSL 6986 — Internship in Counseling The Internship(s) requires the minimum of supervised 600 total clock hours that is begun after the completion of the practicum. The internship includes 240 total hours of direct service with clients appropriate to the program of study; weekly interaction with an average of one hour per week of individual an/or triadic supervision, throughout the internship(s), (usually performed by the on-site supervisor); an average of 1.5 hours per week of group supervision provided on a regular schedule throughout the internship, usually performed by a program faculty member; the opportunity for the studen… --- # CNSL 6991 — Thesis Research Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. Successful completion of the thesis study and written document is required for those choosing this option (as opposed to passing the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor examination) in order to graduate. --- # CNSL 6992 — Thesis Research Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. Successful completion of the thesis study and written document is required for those choosing this option (as opposed to passing the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor examination) in order to graduate. --- # CNSL 6993 — Thesis Research Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. Successful completion of the thesis study and written document is required for those choosing this option (as opposed to passing the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor examination) in order to graduate. --- # CNSL 6994 — Thesis Research Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. Successful completion of the thesis study and written document is required for those choosing this option (as opposed to passing the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor examination) in order to graduate. --- # CNSL 6995 — Thesis Research Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. Successful completion of the thesis study and written document is required for those choosing this option (as opposed to passing the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor examination) in order to graduate. --- # COMM 1003 — Introduction to Communication This course is an introduction to the discipline of communication studies and explores the various theoretical perspectives on communication processes. The purpose of this course is to demonstrate how communication theory can be applied to everyday communication situations to solve problems in their public, professional, and private lives. --- # COMM 1023 — Exploration of Media and Communication This course offers an overview of the modern communication and media landscape. Students will explore and be exposed to the different avenues that a professional life in communication and media may take, such as journalism, social media, public relations, film making and broadcasting. In addition, students will examine the deeper knowledge of communication ranging from theory, crisis communication, rhetoric and interpersonal communication. --- # COMM 1111 — Individual Events Practicum Preparation and performance of a variety of public speaking events. --- # COMM 1121 — Individual Events Practicum Preparation and performance of a variety of public speaking events. --- # COMM 2003 — Public Speaking Fundamentals of composition, delivery, and logical reasoning. Effective utilization of basic visual aids will be included. --- # COMM 2013 — Voice and Diction A course for majors and non-majors. A study of the effective use of the voice, including optimum breathing methods, proper vocal technique, improvement of articulation, use of the dialects, and familiarity with the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). --- # COMM 2111 — Debate Practicum Case research and participation in public debate. --- # COMM 2121 — Debate Practicum Case research and participation in public debate. --- # COMM 2173 — Business and Professional Speaking An introduction to a variety of communication skills to help achieve effectiveness on the job including skill sets such as verbal and listening skills, oral presentation techniques, small group problem solving/leadership, interviewing, and organizational communication. --- # COMM 3003 — Interpersonal Communication This course teaches students the fundamental practice of effective dyadic communication in social, familial, and work environments. Specifically, the course focuses on topics such as self-concept, perception, listening, conversations, language, nonverbal communication, emotions, and conflict management in relationship. --- # COMM 3013 — Intercultural Communication An examination of communication variables in different cultures and how to better understand and more effectively communicate across various cultures. --- # COMM 3023 — Introduction to Linguistics A study of basic concepts of language, comparative characteristics of different languages, and the principles of linguistic investigation. --- # COMM 3033 — Interviewing Principles and Practices A course for both majors and non-majors that uses interviewing theory as a framework for developing skills in preparing for and practicing various types of interviews. --- # COMM 3053 — Health Communication This course provides an overview of current communication research and practice in various medical and care contexts including patient/provider interactions, provider/provider communication, patient/family interactions, communication and social support related to chronic and terminal illness, promotion and marketing of health information through health campaigns, communication within health care organizations, consumer advocacy, and the politics of healthcare. --- # COMM 3063 — Oral Interpretation Theory and practice of intelligent and effective oral reading of prose and poetry. --- # COMM 3073 — Group Communication Examines theory and procedures used when communicating in groups and teams. Areas of inquiry include principles of group formation and development, working in teams, leadership, conflict management, and discussion methods involving decision-making and policy implementation. --- # COMM 3111 — Debate Practicum Case preparation, brief writing, and participation in public debate. --- # COMM 3121 — Debate Practicum Case preparation, brief writing, and participation in public debate. --- # COMM 3123 — Argumentation Designed to develop research, critical thinking, and persuasive speaking ability. Includes lecture, discussion, research, study of debates, classroom debates, and presentations. --- # COMM 3133 — Digital Civility This course explores the emergence of the digital public sphere and impacts on American culture, politics, and mediated relationships. It focuses on the way post-truth culture shapes Americans' views of themselves and their relationships to one another. It goes on to provide practical strategies for navigating this challenging universe, including online research skills and conflict management techniques to build consensus and generate effective public action. --- # COMM 3163 — Writing for Performance Students will learn to communicate orally through the medium of aesthetic texts such as monologues and plays. This course teaches skills necessary to all forms of dramatic writing, with emphasis on plot structure, character development, and dialogue. --- # COMM 3263 — Podcast/Radio Theatre Writing This course aims to introduce students to audio drama through reading, listening, performing, recording, and editing. The primary emphasis of the course, however, is on writing - teaching such practical skills as adaptation, monologue-writing, serial writing, and original script-writing. --- # COMM 3513 — Media Criticism This class explores differing approaches for critiquing media ranging from print, television, film, music, politics, and digital communication. Given that today's public sphere is increasingly variegated, students must develop a greater sense of awareness of the ways that these practices have impacted our public sphere. This means developing media literacy skills. Students will be equipped with the critical vocabulary necessary to articulate the ways that media shape our communication environment and social consciousness. --- # COMM 4003 — Human Communication Theory The theory course is an in-depth study of the dynamic role of human communication as the driver of cultural, political, and social changes across time. --- # COMM 4043 — Sports Communication is an overview of the research and professional opportunities available to those interested in entering the field of sports media. Course topics include professional sports communication, marketing sports brands, and the cultural analysis of sports media. --- # COMM 4053 — Communication Seminar A course for both majors and non-majors who want to investigate the relationship between human communication and contemporary social, political, and economic issues. --- # COMM 4063 — Organizational Communication Theories of organizational communication are examined in terms of their practical application to various organizational contexts, including social, political, profit, and nonprofit organizations. Includes lecture, discussion, research, and group projects. --- # COMM 4111 — Individual Events Practicum Preparation and performance of a variety of interpretive events. --- # COMM 4121 — Individual Events Practicum Preparation and performance of a variety of interpretive events. --- # COMM 4123 — Rhetorical Criticism This course will provide the principles of rhetorical theories as they have developed throughout history, and apply them to the critical analysis of various communication events. --- # COMM 4153 — Persuasive Theory and Audience Analysis Survey of classical and social science theories of persuasion. Particular emphasis is given to analysis of persuasive strategies, preparation of persuasive appeals, ethics of persuasion, and audience analysis. A consideration of social movements and persuasive campaigns is also included. --- # COMM 4171 — Internship in Communication A course that focuses on career goals of students through classroom discussions and places students in communication positions within public and private organizations. --- # COMM 4172 — Internship in Communication A course that focuses on career goals of students through classroom discussions and places students in communication positions within public and private organizations. --- # COMM 4173 — Internship in Communication A course that focuses on career goals of students through classroom discussions and places students in communication positions within public and private organizations. --- # COMM 4174 — Internship in Communication A course that focuses on career goals of students through classroom discussions and places students in communication positions within public and private organizations. --- # COMM 4223 — Communication and Gender This class asks students to think critically about and beyond the categories of "women" and "men." Students will actively contribute to discussions as we explore the intersection of gender with culture in such contexts as the workplace, sports, the media, families, and friendships. --- # COMM 4701 — Special Methods in Speech Intensive on campus exploration of the principles of curriculum construction, teaching methods, use of community resources, and evaluation as related to teaching speech. --- # COMM 4823 — Communication Capstone This class provides an opportunity to generate an original work of research or aesthetic performance to be distributed and consumed with the digital sphere. It provides an overview of the field of communication studies, through interpersonal, media, and performance. Students will then select a topic dealing with the practice of communication and create an original work that will stand as their capstone project. Students will also be expected to workshop one another's projects. --- # COMM 4991 — Special Problems in Communication A course for majors only. Students are accepted by invitation of the instructor. --- # COMM 4992 — Special Problems in Communication A course for majors only. Students are accepted by invitation of the instructor. --- # COMM 4993 — Special Problems in Communication A course for majors only. Students are accepted by invitation of the instructor. --- # COMM 4994 — Special Problems in Communication A course for majors only. Students are accepted by invitation of the instructor. --- # COMM 5003 — Human Communication Theory This communication theory class integrates learning about speech communication in various contexts. It is an in-depth study of contemporary and traditional perspectives of human communication, and synthesizes major concepts in human communication theory development. --- # COMM 5053 — Speech Communication Seminar A course for both majors and non-majors who want to investigate the relationships between human communication and contemporary social, political, and economic issues. May be taken for duplicate credit. --- # COMM 5063 — Organizational Communication Theories and practices of organizational communication are examined from a critical and historical perspective. Issues related to the personal, relational, cultural, group, business, global, and ethical dimensions of everyday communication practices are analyzed. Includes lecture, discussion, research, and group projects. --- # COMM 5123 — Rhetorical Criticism This course will provide the principles of rhetorical theories as they have developed throughout history and apply them to the critical analysis of various communication events. --- # COMM 5153 — Persuasive Theory & Audience Analysis Survey of classical and social science theories of persuasion. Particular emphasis is given to analysis of persuasive strategies, preparation of persuasive appeals, ethics of persuasion, and audience analysis. A consideration of social movements and persuasive campaigns is also included. --- # COMM 5223 — Communication and Gender This class asks students to think critically about and beyond the categories of "women" and "men." Students will actively contribute to discussions as we explore the intersection of gender with culture in such contexts as the workplace, sports, the media, families, and friendships. --- # COMM 6893 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. --- # COMS 1003 — Introduction to Computer Based Systems Provides students with both computer concepts and hands-on applications. Although little or no prior computer experience is required for this course, keyboarding proficiency is assumed. Topics include PC basics, file maintenance, and hardware and software components. Students will gain experience in the use of Windows, e-mail, the Internet, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation packages. The integration of software packages will also be covered. --- # COMS 1011 — Programming Foundations I Lab Laboratory for COMS 1013 Programming I course. This course is graded pass/fail. --- # COMS 1013 — Programming Foundations I An introduction to the foundational concepts of programming using structured programming concepts of C++ as an implementation tool. Topics include sequential, selection, and iterative control structures, functions, strings, and arrays. --- # COMS 1333 — Web and Mobile Technologies An introduction to planning, designing, and maintaining effective web sites on desktop and mobile devices. Topics include how to implement web pages by writing HTML and CSS code; format web pages using text, images, multimedia, and page layout techniques; design responsive sites for mobile technologies; and publish the sites to a web server. --- # COMS 1403 — Orientation to Computing, Information, and Technology An overview of hardware, software, technology, and information systems concepts and terms as well as ethics and opportunities within the three fields. --- # COMS 1411 — Computer and Information Science Lab An introduction to the computing resources of the department and the university. --- # COMS 1921 — Microsoft Excel Preparation to pass the Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Associate Certification exam. Topics covered include creating and managing worksheets and workbooks, creating cells and ranges, creating tables, applying formulas and functions and creating charts and objects. Credit for this course may be awarded to any student who has already obtained the MOS: Excel Associate certification. --- # COMS 2003 — Microcomputer Applications This course provides hands-on experience with several software applications. Topics include intermediate and advanced word processing; spreadsheet design, formulas, and charts; database design principles and implementation; presentation design and techniques; and integration among these applications. Students will be required to apply each package on a semester project related to their major. --- # COMS 2013 — AI Fundamentals An introduction to the fundamental concepts, capabilities, and societal impacts of artificial intelligence. Topics include machine learning basics, prompt engineering, natural language processing, computer vision, ethical and responsible for AI use, and the evaluation of AI tools and services. Students will explore real-world applications of AI across industries and gain hands-on experience with user-friendly AI platforms. --- # COMS 2163 — Scripting Languages An introduction to web program development using modern scripting languages. --- # COMS 2203 — Programming Foundations II A continuation of Programming I which introduces object-oriented programming as well as other topics, including multi-dimensional arrays, functions, string processing, pointers, structs, and records. --- # COMS 2213 — Data Structures A study of abstract data structures and the implementation of these abstract concepts as computer algorithms. Topics include recursion, linked lists, stacks, queues, searching and sorting algorithms, binary trees, and graphs. --- # COMS 2223 — Computer Organization and Programming Introduction to organizing and structuring hardware components of computers. Topics include internal data representation, data transfer and control, I/O, memory hierarchy, and programming in assembly. --- # COMS 2233 — Introduction to Databases This course develops a detailed understanding of a database software package developed for microcomputer applications. Topics include how to design, implement, and access a personal database. Entity relationship diagrams are emphasized in design. The use of macros, data conversion operations, linking, and complex selection operations are used in implementation. Advanced report generation mechanisms are covered along with custom-designed menus and user interfaces. --- # COMS 2323 — Programming in Python Introduction to the Python programming language where students will learn the basics through advanced concepts including basic data types, control structures, regular expressions, input/output, and textual analysis. --- # COMS 2333 — Web Publishing II This course is a continuation of COMS 1333 . Students are introduced to multimedia design concepts and software. Multimedia applications and design tools are used to create and maintain multimedia products such as dynamic graphics, animation, interactive websites, and video. --- # COMS 2701 — Computer Architecture and Networks Laboratory Laboratory exercises repairing and networking computers. --- # COMS 2703 — Computer Hardware and Architecture An introduction to modern computer hardware and architecture. Students receive hands-on experience in building a PC, as well as computer maintenance and troubleshooting skills. --- # COMS 2713 — Survey of Operating Systems Definition and brief history of computer operating systems, processes and their structure, CPU scheduling, process synchronization, deadlocks, swapping, memory management, paging and virtual memory, storage, secondary storage structure, and basic utility programs. --- # COMS 2733 — Introduction to Computer Forensics and Security An introduction to the fundamentals of computer forensic technology. The course emphasizes techniques for identifying and minimizing the threats to, and vulnerabilities of computer systems. These techniques include methods and tools for tracking suspicious activity, for recovering and preserving digital media, and for doing post-mortem analysis. --- # COMS 2803 — Programming in C For non-computing majors. This course involves the design, coding, debugging, and implementation of programs using the C language. The UNIX operating system is introduced. --- # COMS 2903 — Discrete Structures for Technical Majors Fundamental mathematical concepts related to computing, including logic and proof techniques; sets, sequences, relations, and functions; combinatorics; algebraic structures and Boolean algebra; trees and graphs. --- # COMS 2981 — Special Topics This course will be offered on an "as-needed" basis to cover those topics and subject areas in computing that are emerging in a technological sense, but that do not yet warrant the addition of a new course to the curriculum. --- # COMS 2982 — Special Topics This course will be offered on an "as-needed" basis to cover those topics and subject areas in computing that are emerging in a technological sense, but that do not yet warrant the addition of a new course to the curriculum. --- # COMS 2983 — Special Topics This course will be offered on an "as-needed" basis to cover those topics and subject areas in computing that are emerging in a technological sense, but that do not yet warrant the addition of a new course to the curriculum. --- # COMS 2984 — Special Topics This course will be offered on an "as-needed" basis to cover those topics and subject areas in computing that are emerging in a technological sense, but that do not yet warrant the addition of a new course to the curriculum. --- # COMS 3053 — Ethical Issues in Technology Ethical issues faced by members of a complex technological society and by professionals in a technology-related field. Topics covered include professional ethics and ethical decision making, as well as issues related to privacy, intellectual property, software development, productivity, and computer crime. --- # COMS 3163 — Web Programming How to create a dynamic user experience based on the data available on the web application. Topics include database interactions with web-based scripting languages, logic-driven content, data manipulation, form validation, session and cookie management, security, and other concepts. --- # COMS 3213 — Algorithm Design and Analysis Concepts, implementation, and application of trees, hashing, graphs, and other advanced data structures will be studied. --- # COMS 3233 — Database Design and Implementation The design and implementation of relational database systems, including conceptual design and normalization. Students will also gain experience in database and query implementation using a DBMS and SQL. --- # COMS 3243 — Data Mining Introduction to knowledge discovery from large databases: terminology, algorithms, methodologies, software, limitations, implications, and current trends. Students will implement and evaluate data mining techniques. --- # COMS 3313 — Software Engineering fundamentals. Topics include analyzing system requirements, applicable methods of design, verification and validation, team software development, software project management, and building large, and reliable software systems. --- # COMS 3363 — Server Administration The tools and techniques needed to administer a server, including installation, configuration, and administration of a variety of servers on different platforms. --- # COMS 3373 — Data Center Operations An overview of the construction, design, and utilization of a data center, for IT professionals. The course will start with physical realities of data center design and construction, and proceed to discussion on data center level networking, storage requirements, server utilization, and common administrative tasks in a data center environment. --- # COMS 3413 — App Development Development of native and web applications for mobile devices with an emphasis on security. --- # COMS 3503 — Visual Programming The design and development of event-driven programs using an object-oriented visual programming language. --- # COMS 3513 — Administering and Using the IBM Platform This course is an introduction to the operations of the IBM midrange computer system. Topics include architecture, system security, user interface, and work management. Coverage will also extend to applications and programming using an introduction to DB2 and RPG. --- # COMS 3523 — Human Factors in Information Technology A study of the major factors involved in Human-Computer Interaction. A system- oriented, multi-disciplinary approach to understanding the human considerations in the design, testing, implementation, and administration of computer-based systems and information technology. --- # COMS 3613 — Advanced AI A comprehensive study of advanced artificial intelligence concepts and systems. Topics include planning, learning, and reasoning techniques; knowledge representation; search algorithms; pattern recognition; supervised and unsupervised learning; reinforcement learning; and deep learning architectures. Students will explore the design and implementation of intelligent systems using contemporary AI tools and frameworks. --- # COMS 3703 — Advanced Operating Systems Basic operating system concepts and structures, CPU management, sharing resources (disks, networks, and processors), process management, threads, CPU scheduling, synchronization, deadlocks, memory management, segmentation, paging, swapping, file/device management, protection mechanisms, distributed systems, Unix/Linux environments and kernel internals, shell script programming, Unix/Linux file system, and case studies. --- # COMS 3903 — Systems Software and Architecture This course covers the implementation of production operating systems, the fundamentals of digital logic, and machine architecture. --- # COMS 3913 — Advanced Discrete Structures Advanced topics in discrete mathematics applicable to modeling, analysis, and computer theory. Topics include relations, graphs, analysis of algorithms, and computability. --- # COMS 4033 — Information Systems Analysis and Design The application of concepts, tools, procedures, and techniques involved in the development of information systems. Emphasis is placed on the systems approach to problem solving, user involvement, the management of quality, project control, and teamwork. --- # COMS 4043 — Systems Analysis and Design II A continuation of COMS 4033 , with emphasis on the application of the theory and techniques covered in the previous course. Students will research, analyze, design, implement, test and document a complete system. Students, working as a team, will analyze, plan, implement, document, and present a complete system in a real world environment. --- # COMS 4053 — Information Systems Resource Management A study of the principles and concepts involved in the management of organizational maintenance of all information resources, including hardware, software, and personnel. Includes coverage of departmental functions within computer/information services, as well as legal, ethical, and professional issues, quality management, and the strategic impact of information systems. --- # COMS 4063 — IT Project Administration A thorough introduction to the art and science of Project Management, as applied in the domain of information technology. Theories, best practices, and tools of project management are studied in relation to the completion of a successful project life cycle. --- # COMS 4103 — Organization of Programming Languages This course emphasizes the comparative structures and capabilities of several programming languages. Major emphasis will be placed on language constructs and the run-time behavior of programs. --- # COMS 4133 — Application Program Development Object-oriented application development, including 00 Programming, three-tier design, and model-driven development. Students will develop and present their own large-scale application program. --- # COMS 4213 — Database Administration A comprehensive foundation in the planning, implementation and execution of database management policies and procedures. Topics include installation, storage and replication implementation, security management, indexing and performance tuning, and backup and recovery. --- # COMS 4403 — Compiler Design This course covers syntax translation, grammars and parsing, symbol tables, data representation, translating control structures, translating procedures and functions, processing expressions and data structures, and multipass translation. Students will design a computer language and implement the compiler. --- # COMS 4413 — Parallel and Distributed Computing An introduction to the concepts and design of parallel and distributed computing systems. Topics include data versus control parallelism, shared versus distributed memory, message passing Interface (MPI) and topoligies, parallel and distributed algorithms. --- # COMS 4613 — Natural Language Processing An introduction to natural language processing techniques and their application in both traditional systems and modern large language models. Topics include text preprocessing, language modeling, word embeddings, sequence labeling, semantic search, transformer-based architectures, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and prompt engineering. The course also addresses evaluation methods and the ethical implications of deploying NLP systems. --- # COMS 4633 — Computer Vision An in-depth study of foundational and modern techniques in computer vision. Topics include image formation and filtering, edge and feature detection, object recognition, motion tracking, and scene understanding. Emphasis is placed on both classical algorithms and learning-based approaches to solve visual tasks such as classification, detection, and segmentation. Students will design and implement vision systems using contemporary software frameworks. --- # COMS 4653 — Big Data and Cloud Computing An introduction to the technologies and architectures that support large-scale data processing and cloud-based computing. Topics include characteristics and types of big data, distributed file systems, batch and stream processing, NoSQL databases, and scalable data analytics platforms. The course also explores cloud infrastructure and services for deploying big data applications in cloud environments. --- # COMS 4701 — Data Communications and Networking Lab Students will complete network lab exercises in support of COMS 4703 . --- # COMS 4703 — Data Communications and Networks Basic elements and functional aspects of the hardware and software required to establish and control data communications in a stand-alone or network environment. Topics include communication protocols, media, network topologies, and system support software. Participation in a designated lab outside of the regularly scheduled meeting time is required. --- # COMS 4710 — Heterogeneous Networks Lab Students will complete network lab exercises in support of COMS 4713 . --- # COMS 4713 — Networking Practicum This course provides practical hands-on skills in a networked environment. Topics covered include group policy, user management, licensing, and emerging trends in the field. --- # COMS 4801 — Special Methods in Computer Science Education Exploration of the principles of curriculum construction, teaching methods, use of resources, and evaluation as related to teaching computing. --- # COMS 4813 — Teaching Methods in Computer Science Education A methods course designed to prepare beginning educators for effective teaching in a computer science (or related) program. --- # COMS 4913 — Capstone I The first course in a two-course sequence where students will formulate teams, choose a real-world project, create a proposal, and plan the project to be developed in the second course. --- # COMS 4923 — Capstone II A continuation of Capstone I with an emphasis on the development, testing, and deployment phase of the project based on the proposal presented in the previous course. Students will work in teams to develop and present their project in a real-world environment. --- # COMS 4931 — Internship A supervised, practical experience providing computing majors with hands-on professional experience in a position relating to an area of career interests. The student should secure an approved internship prior to course enrollment. During the internship, the student will submit regular reports regarding their internship experience. --- # COMS 4932 — Internship A supervised, practical experience providing computing majors with hands-on professional experience in a position relating to an area of career interests. The student should secure an approved internship prior to course enrollment. During the internship, the student will submit regular reports regarding their internship experience. --- # COMS 4933 — Internship A supervised, practical experience providing computing majors with hands-on professional experience in a position relating to an area of career interests. The student should secure an approved internship prior to course enrollment. During the internship, the student will submit regular reports regarding their internship experience. --- # COMS 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Computer and Information Science Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # COMS 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Computer and Information Science Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # COMS 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Computer and Information Science Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # COMS 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Computer and Information Science Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # COMS 4981 — Seminar in Computer and Information Science A directed seminar in an area of computer and information science. Seminars will focus on topics relating to emerging technologies which are beyond the scope of other computer and information science courses. --- # COMS 4982 — Seminar in Computer and Information Science A directed seminar in an area of computer and information science. Seminars will focus on topics relating to emerging technologies which are beyond the scope of other computer and information science courses. --- # COMS 4983 — Seminar in Computer and Information Science A directed seminar in an area of computer and information science. Seminars will focus on topics relating to emerging technologies which are beyond the scope of other computer and information science courses. --- # COMS 4991 — Special Problems in Computer and Information Science This course will allow the student to work individually or as part of a small team to study and design practical computerized systems in order to solve problems of particular interest. This course may be used to offer a variety of subjects that strengthen the student's knowledge in areas not covered by other course offerings. --- # COMS 4992 — Special Problems in Computer and Information Science This course will allow the student to work individually or as part of a small team to study and design practical computerized systems in order to solve problems of particular interest. This course may be used to offer a variety of subjects that strengthen the student's knowledge in areas not covered by other course offerings. --- # COMS 4993 — Special Problems in Computer and Information Science This course will allow the student to work individually or as part of a small team to study and design practical computerized systems in order to solve problems of particular interest. This course may be used to offer a variety of subjects that strengthen the student's knowledge in areas not covered by other course offerings. --- # COMS 4994 — Special Problems in Computer and Information Science This course will allow the student to work individually or as part of a small team to study and design practical computerized systems in order to solve problems of particular interest. This course may be used to offer a variety of subjects that strengthen the student's knowledge in areas not covered by other course offerings. --- # COS 1101 — Hygiene and Sanitation I This course provides you with the necessary information to master the National Industry skill Standard for entry level Cosmetologist. Students will conduct services in a safe environment and take measures to prevent the spread of infectious and contagious disease. Students will safely use a variety of salon products while providing client safety. --- # COS 1107 — Hairdressing I with Laboratory A basic study of the properties of the hair and scalp. Basic hair care, shampooing, rinsing, conditioning, braiding, the care and styling of wigs and hair enhancements, wet styling, thermal straightening (hair pressing), and the principles of hair design with labs. --- # COS 1121 — Related Science I A study of cell growth, metabolism, tissues, organs, skeletal and muscular systems, basics of electricity, and basics of chemistry. --- # COS 1131 — Manicuring I A study of skin and nails, which includes manicuring, pedicuring, and massage. --- # COS 1141 — Cosmetic Therapy I A study of histology of the skin, hair removal, skin care facial, electrotherapy and light therapy, facial makeup, and eyebrow arching. --- # COS 1151 — Salesmanship, Shop Management, and Shop Deportment I A study of the principles of selling and practice of applying knowledge to give the client full service through management and shop deportment. --- # COS 1201 — Hygiene and Sanitation II A continuation of COS 1101 , this course provides you with the necessary information to master this National Industry skill Standard for entry level Cosmetologist. Students will conduct services in a safe environment and taking measures to prevent the spread of infectious and contagious disease. Students will safely use a variety of salon products while providing client safety. --- # COS 1207 — Hairdressing II with Laboratory A continuation of COS 1107 , this course is a basic study of the properties of the hair and scalp. Basic hair care, shampooing, rinsing, conditioning, braiding, the care and styling of wigs and hair enhancements, wet styling, thermal straightening (hair pressing), and the principles of hair design with labs. --- # COS 1221 — Related Science II A continuation of COS 1121 , a study of cell growth, metabolism, tissues, organs, skeletal and muscular systems, basics of electricity, and basics of chemistry. --- # COS 1231 — Manicuring II A continuation of COS 1131 , a study of skin and nails, which includes manicuring, pedicuring, and massage. --- # COS 1241 — Cosmetic Therapy II A continuation of COS 1141 , a study of histology of the skin, hair removal, skin care facial, electrotherapy and light therapy, facial makeup, and eyebrow arching. --- # COS 1251 — Salesmanship, Shop Management, and Shop Deportment II A continuation of COS 1151 , a study of the principles of selling and practice of applying knowledge to give the client full service through management and shop deportment. --- # COS 2301 — Hygiene and Sanitation III A continuation of COS 1201 , this course provides you with the necessary information to master this National Industry skill Standard for entry level Cosmetologist. Students will conduct services in a safe environment and taking measures to prevent the spread of infectious and contagious disease. Students will safely use a variety of salon products while providing client safety. --- # COS 2307 — Hairdressing III with Laboratory A continuation of COS 1207 , this course is a basic study of the properties of the hair and scalp. Basic hair care, shampooing, rinsing, conditioning, braiding, the care and styling of wigs and hair enhancements, wet styling, thermal straightening (hair pressing), and the principles of hair design with labs. --- # COS 2321 — Related Science III A continuation of COS 1221 , a study of cell growth, metabolism, tissues, organs, skeletal and muscular systems, basics of electricity, and basics of chemistry. --- # COS 2331 — Manicuring III A continuation of COS 1231 , a study of skin and nails, which includes manicuring, pedicuring, and massage. --- # COS 2341 — Cosmetic Therapy III A continuation of COS 1241 , a study of histology of the skin, hair removal, skin care facial, electrotherapy and light therapy, facial makeup, and eyebrow arching. --- # COS 2351 — Salesmanship, Shop Management, and Shop Deportment III A continuation of COS 1251 , a study of the principles of selling and practice of applying knowledge to give the client full service through management and shop deportment. --- # COS 2403 — Salon Business Operations This course is designed to help students make the transition from school to the salon. Students will design a salon with at least 4 stations. They will be responsible for designing a budget to purchase the equipment and supplies needed to run a full-service salon. Students will also prepare a business plan with a budget that is presentable to a bank or lender for financing. Students will also learn transferable skills on job ethics, how to prepare a salon budget, tax preparation, management, complete a detailed resume, and learn to build a job portfolio. Ozark Campus CTE fee: $51. --- # COS 2404 — Theory and Practical Application A course covering all faces of Cosmetology. Theory and practical applications are stressed. --- # COS 2996 — Special Topics for Cosmetology This course is designed to introduce students to specific areas in Cosmetology. Course content and credit are designed to meet the needs of the student. The topic will vary from offering to offering; thus, the course may be taken more than once for a total of 6 hours. This course requires 15 clock hours per one semester credit hour. --- # COUN 6003 — School Organization and Leadership for the Counselor The course will examine how schools are organized and supported from the federal level to the local school. The concepts of leadership and its role at all levels will be a focal part of this study. Students will begin to examine their leadership style and dispositions. --- # COUN 6011 — Instructional Leadership/Counseling This course will focus on the "hard and soft" skills of instructional leadership, counseling, and micro-counseling. The teaching and learning process will be the focus of student work. Students will learn how to observe and coach for excellence in teaching and learning. The reflective practice model will serve as a basis for theory and skill development. --- # COUN 6012 — Assessment and Appraisal This course will focus on an in-depth study of norm reference and criterion reference assessments. Group, standardized assessment and individual assessment will be addressed. Student will study assessment techniques, instruments selection, analysis and interpreting assessment data, as well as appropriate ways to report data. --- # COUN 6113 — Action Research and Data Analysis for High Performing Schools This course will center on the analysis of data with emphasis on student achievement and whole school accountability. Data-driven decision making will be examined. Students will look at research methodologies with a focus on action research and the role of the leader in facilitating action research in the field. --- # COUN 6133 — Principles of Curriculum Development This course will focus on national, state, and local curriculum standards. Students will gain an understanding of the alignment issues of curriculum, instruction, and assessment as they prepare a curriculum artifact based on the principles of curriculum. --- # COUN 6143 — Organizational Change/Role of School Counselor This course will examine theories of change looking at research and case studies of first and second order change. Students will gain strategies as leaders of change as schools work to move closer to higher performance. Students will study a current change taking place in a school. --- # COUN 6152 — Professional Portfolio Students will develop a portfolio organized to provide evidences demonstrating proficiency supporting the standards for Arkansas licensure requirements for counselors. This professional portfolio will be a comprehensive collection of artifacts reflective of the program of study designed to meet the standards for school counselors. --- # COUN 6202 — Ethics and Legal Issues for the School Counselor This course will prepare school counselors to address the challenge of legal and ethical decisions, while keeping the students' welfare in mind, by abiding by the Code of Ethics set forth by the American School Counseling Association (ASCA) Ethical Standards, as well as the American Counseling Association (ACA) Ethical Standards. The students will gain knowledge of and an understanding for Arkansas school law in dealing with legal issues. --- # COUN 6213 — Developmental Counseling: Theory and Application This course provides an overview of the basic tenets of life span development and how they relate to school counseling. Developmental Counseling contains a balance of research, theoretical clarity, and practical application as students move through the stages of lifesaving development. --- # COUN 6224 — Counseling Skill Development I Students will examine basic skills and characteristics involved in becoming effective school counselors; will articulate, practice, and demonstrate basic mastery of these skills and characteristics; will develop a systematic approach to the counseling process; and will assess personal strengths and limitations related to becoming professional school counselors. --- # COUN 6233 — School Counseling Programs This course will review the basic concepts and principles of elementary, middle, and secondary school counseling programs. Specific focus will be on program accountability, development, and leadership of school-based counseling programs. --- # COUN 6243 — Group Counseling Strategies in the Schools Students will be expected to draw relationships among the concepts and principles of individual, family, and group counseling and apply that knowledge to a school setting. --- # COUN 6253 — Career Development/Academic Advising This course prepares school counselors to facilitate the public school's role in career development, through awareness to planning, and decision making within the educational context. A focus is placed on student academic development and advising, as well. --- # COUN 6263 — Teaming, Collaboration, and Advocacy This course emphasizes the values, knowledge, and skills required for effective advocacy and brokering of services through consultation and collaboration. Use of data to identify needs, remove barriers and mobilize resources from the school and the community in order to increase options for students are primary themes through the course. Special attention is placed on equal access of all students to rigorous educational experiences. --- # COUN 6302 — School Counseling Internship This course provides graduate students an opportunity to engage in supervised, on-the-job experiences in a school setting. The internship includes scheduled on-campus group supervision designed to provide guidance, analysis, and evaluation of this capstone field experience. $100 internship fee. --- # COUN 6303 — Counseling Skill Development II Students will examine intermediate skills and characteristics involved in becoming effective school counselors. Students will articulate, practice, and demonstrate mastery of these skills and characteristics; will develop a systematic approach to the counseling process; and will further assess personal strengths and limitations related to becoming professional school counselors. --- # COUN 6891 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. May be repeated for a maximum of four (4) hours. --- # COUN 6892 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. May be repeated for a maximum of four (4) hours. --- # COUN 6893 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. May be repeated for a maximum of four (4) hours. --- # CRT 1103 — Automotive Welding Students will receive instruction on how to properly weld and cut on automobiles with the use of mig welders and plasma cutters. --- # CRT 1114 — Metal Repair I The straightening, alignment, and fitting of major panels are taught. Procedures necessary to weld, heat, cut, and shape are taught. Emphasis in this course is on theory and practical application. --- # CRT 1124 — Painting I This course includes skills and technical knowledge in the preparation of metal for paint; chemical stripping of old finishes; use and maintenance of spray painting equipment; mixing and spraying of all types of automotive finishes; and identification of common materials used. This course is designated as "green". --- # CRT 1134 — Color Matching I A continuation of painting with emphasis on spraying techniques and tinting of paints to achieve color match. This course is designated as "green". --- # CRT 1214 — Metal Repair II A continuation of CRT 1114 with advanced straightening techniques with the application of body fillers being taught. --- # CRT 1224 — Painting II A continuation of CRT 1124 . This course includes skills and technical knowledge in the preparation and application of automotive finishes. This course is designated as "green". --- # CRT 1234 — Color Matching II A continuation of CRT 1134 . Develop advanced color match techniques. This course is designated as "Green". --- # CRT 1322 — Detailing Students will receive instruction on how to properly clean and buff all visible exterior and interior surfaces of a vehicle. --- # CRT 1332 — Cost Analysis in Collision Repair Students will receive instruction in the preparation of an estimate, calculating the cost of parts, materials, and labor required to repair a collision damaged vehicle. --- # CRT 1342 — Collision Repair Technology Employment Certification This course teaches knowledge necessary in the job search process, including interview, presentation, expectation, and maintaining the job. Students will learn the importance of obtaining national certification and proper skills and knowledge of taking ASE style tests. --- # CRT 2114 — Metal Repair III A continuation of CRT 1214 with advanced metal straightening, replacing non-structural panels and the basis of uni-body and frame straightening techniques being taught. --- # CRT 2124 — Custom Painting Students will receive instruction on the application of automotive paints and properly preparing the surface for custom painting. --- # CRT 2134 — Collision Repair Technology Mechanical and Electrical This course teaches the knowledge and skills necessary to repair and understand automotive electronics, brakes, chassis and steering, and climate control. --- # CSEC 1003 — Introduction to Cybersecurity This course introduces general cybersecurity principles for majors or non-majors. This includes understanding cybersecurity offense and defense, the role of cybersecurity professionals, and legal and ethical principles. --- # CSEC 1113 — Introduction to Networking Computer and communications networks are the very environment in which cyber operations are conducted. An understanding of these networks is essential to any discussion of cyber operations activities. Specific topics to be covered to satisfy this knowledge unit must minimally include: Routing, network, and application protocols (TCP/IP (versions 4 and 6), ARP, BGP, SLL/TLS, DNS, SMTP, HTTP), network architectures, network security, wireless network technologies, network traffic analysis, protocol analysis (examining component-to-component communication to determine the protocol being used and… --- # CSEC 1213 — Wireless and Cellular Security An overview of wireless and mobile security providing students with practical and theoretical experiences. Topics include threat analysis, security infrastructure, security services, wireless network security components. Topics include, but not limited to: overview of smart phone technologies, overview of embedded operating systems (e.g., iOS, Android), Wireless technologies (mobile: GSM, WCDMA, CDMA2000, LTE; and Internet: 802.00b/g/n), Infrastructure components (e.g., fiber optic network, evolved packet core, PLMN), Mobile protocols (SS7, RR, MM, CC), Mobile logical channel descriptions (BC… --- # CSEC 2113 — Introduction to Information Systems Introduction to the infrastructure of information technology and systems. Topics include computer hardware and software, communication and networks, databases, e-commerce technology, design and development of information systems, Cloud computing, information security, privacy, ethics, and social impact. --- # CSEC 2213 — Network Forensics and Incident Response This course teaches the fundamentals of incident response and network forensics. An overview of operating systems will then lead to a systematic approach to incident response will be reviewed, focusing on a six step process (Preparation, Identification, Containment, Eradication, Recovery, Lessons Learned.) Network Forensics (tcpdump, Wireshark, nfsen,) and legal aspects of both investigation and preservation will be discussed. --- # CSEC 2223 — Virtualization technology has rapidly spread to encompass workstations, servers, infrastructure devices, storage, and networks, and such has become critical to cyber operations. Specific topics to be covered in this knowledge unit must minimally include, but are not limited to: Virtualization techniques, Virtual machine architectures, uses of virtualization for: security, efficiency, simplicity, and resource savings (space, admin overhead). --- # CSEC 3113 — Assembly Programming An introduction to the study of the basic structure and language of machines. Topics include basic concepts of Boolean algebra, number systems, language, addressing techniques, data representation, file organization, symbolic coding and assembly systems, using of macros, batch operation and job handling. --- # CSEC 3123 — Cyber Defense I This course introduces the fundamental principles of cyber defense. Topics covered include: security fundamental principles, vulnerability assessment, intrusion detection, cryptography protocols, network defense, trust relationships, and legal and ethical issues in computer security. A balance between theory and current practice will be presented. Topics to be covered include, but are not limited to: identification of reconnaissance operations, anomaly/intrusion detection, anomaly identification, identification of command and control operations, identification of data exfiltration activities,… --- # CSEC 3223 — Programming Embedded Systems The course involves the design, coding, debugging, and implementation of programs for securing embedded systems. Embedded software vulnerabilities and secure programming methods are introduced through hands-on projects. Buffer overflow attacks are discussed. After completing the course content mapped to this knowledge unit, students will be able to develop programs that can be embedded into an OS kernel, such as a device driver, with the required complexity and sophistication to implement exploits for discovered vulnerabilities. Students will be able to write a program that implements a netwo… --- # CSEC 3233 — Cyber Defense II This course introduces penetration testing for the purposes of learning about cyber security vulnerabilities. Topics include: vulnerability taxonomies, buffer overflow attacks, password attacks, trust relationship exploitation, race condition exploitations, and local vs remote exploitations. The topics will be enhanced with hands-on examples using Linux. --- # CSEC 3243 — Computer Architecture Introduction to computer architecture. Aspects of computer systems, such as pipelining, memory hierarchy, and input/output systems. Performance metrics. Examines each component of a complicated computer system. Topics include: performance evaluation, instruction set architecture, machine arithmetic, data paths and pipelining, memory hierarchy, branch prediction, scheduling techniques, multiprocessors. --- # CSEC 4123 — Applied Cryptography This course covers multiple cryptography protocols and their application to cybersecurity. Techniques in modern cryptography will be presented such as stream ciphers, DES, AES, block ciphers, etc. The course will discuss the level of security that various protocols provide and how to select an appropriate protocol for a specific application with an understanding of the limitations of key management systems, such as symmetric and asymmetric encryption, will be presented. Select protocols will be implemented in appropriate programming languages or systems. --- # CSEC 4133 — Large Scale Distributed Systems This course will provide an overview to large scale distributed systems. Topics include: concepts of distributed systems (threads, concurrency, dead/live lock, consistency, scalability, fault tolerant, etc.), design and development of large scale distributed systems (TCP/IP, UDP, networking data transfer, synchronization, threads, distributed locking, etc.), basic distributed algorithms that can be applied in practical systems, different kinds of cloud computing architecture models, services, and security issues, components (logical and physical) of cloud architecture, data paths within a giv… --- # CSEC 4143 — Building Secure Software An overview of the principles and methodologies of secure programming and the techniques involved in creating, debugging, and testing secure software to ensure it is capable of mitigating vulnerabilities. --- # CSEC 4153 — Human Factors in Cybersecurity This course will address the interaction of human behavior, cybersecurity controls, and the resulting security and privacy concerns. Topics covered in the class include: development and analysis of information security policies for user governance, ethical considerations of the impact of security policies on employee privacy, and security training and compliance for employees. --- # CSEC 4213 — Information Systems Risk Management This course provides an overview for Information Security and Assurance to allow students to understand the key issues associated with protecting information assets, determining the levels of protection and response to security incidents, and designing a consistent, reasonable information security system, with appropriate intrusion detection and reporting features. Topics include but are not limited to: inspection and protection of information assets, detection of and reaction to threats to information assets, and examination of pre- and post- incident procedures. --- # CSEC 4233 — Legal Issues in Cybersecurity This course will provide a high-level explanation of the legal issues governing the authorized conduct of cyber operations and the use of related tools, techniques, technology and data. Both international and U.S. laws that operations in cyberspace must be in compliance, will be introduced. Specific topics to be covered in this knowledge unit must minimally include: International Law: Jus ad bellum, United Nations Charter; Jus in bello, Hague and Geneva Conventions. U.S. Laws: Constitution, Article I (Legislative Branch), Article II (Presidency), Article III (Judiciary), Amendment 4 (Search a… --- # CSEC 4240 — Software Security Analysis and Reverse Engineering Lab This is a lab designed to support CSEC 4243 . --- # CSEC 4243 — Software Security Analysis and Reverse Engineering To learn code analysis techniques and apply testing methodologies to detect the presence of loopholes or weaknesses of software and to determine the effectiveness of security controls that are implemented in the software. --- # CSEC 4293 — Cybersecurity Capstone Project An integrative and intensive learning project which culminates the cyber security program during the senior year. Student will build on program course work to develop a strategic evaluation and plan for the management of secure information systems in an organization, either real or hypothetical. Student may use a start-up project as well. At the end of the project, the student will present their proposals or finding and recommendations to a panel of faculty and fellow students. --- # CSEC 4931 — Cybersecurity Internship A supervised, practical experience providing cybersecurity majors with hands-on professional experience in a position relating to an area of career interests. The student should secure an approved internship prior to course enrollment. During the internship, the student will submit regular reports regarding their internship experience. --- # CSEC 4932 — Cybersecurity Internship A supervised, practical experience providing cybersecurity majors with hands-on professional experience in a position relating to an area of career interests. The student should secure an approved internship prior to course enrollment. During the internship, the student will submit regular reports regarding their internship experience. --- # CSEC 4933 — Cybersecurity Internship A supervised, practical experience providing cybersecurity majors with hands-on professional experience in a position relating to an area of career interests. The student should secure an approved internship prior to course enrollment. During the internship, the student will submit regular reports regarding their internship experience. --- # CVT 2112 — Hospital Policies and Patient Care is an in-depth study of hospital departmental policies, procedures, protocols and work activities emphasizing ethics, attendance, dress codes/grooming standards and patient confidentiality. 2 Hours Lecture. --- # CVT 2123 — Sonography Physics and Instrumentation I includes physics of ultrasonic wave generation and propagation, transducer design, color flow imaging methodology, Doppler effect and Doppler instrumentation components, signal processing, basic equipment types, interactive properties of ultrasound with human tissues, possible biologic effects, information storage, contrast agents, quality control and image artifacts. 3 Hours Lecture. Ozark Allied Health Fee: $93. --- # CVT 2132 — Echocardiography I Laboratory Lab skills practice to apply concepts presented in Echocardiography I. 4 hours laboratory. --- # CVT 2133 — Echocardiography I is an introduction to echocardiography terminology and symbols, cardiac anatomy, cardiac embryology, intracardiac pressure gradients, hemodynamics, heart murmurs and scan planes. Sonographic protocol for normal echocardiogram studies will be introduced. 3 hours lecture. --- # CVT 2144 — Clinical Practicum I students are assigned to local hospitals and medical centers with direct supervision of a registered echocardiographer. This course demarcates the professional role of the echocardiographer, the patient-technologist relationship, and the interaction between the physical and allied health services. It also provides hands-on practice in a patient care setting. 12 hours clinical. --- # CVT 2211 — Principles of Electrocardiography Principles of electrophysiology features the electrophysiology of the heart, basic waves, complexes and 12 lead EKG. The course emphasizes interpretation of normal sinus rhythm and advanced arrhythmias. The heart's electrical conduction system is explained. The course also introduces concepts essential to the performance and interpretation of exercise physiology, stress testing and Holter monitoring. 1 hour lecture. --- # CVT 2213 — Cardiac Pathology Studies An emphasis on adult cardiac pathologies with diagnosis, techniques, differential diagnoses, caveats, and epidemiology. Recognition of the sonographic appearance of cardiovascular disease in emphasized. This is achieved by focusing primarily on specific case studies. Basic pharmacology will be introduced. Laboratory values, signs, and symptoms of cardiac disease will be discussed. 3 Hours Lecture. --- # CVT 2223 — Sonography Physics and Instrumentation II Continuation of Sonography Physics and Instrumentation I including physics of ultrasonic wave generation and propagation, transducer design, color flow imaging methodology, Doppler effect and Doppler instrumentation components, signal processing, basic equipment types, interactive properties of ultrasound with human tissues, possible biologic effects, information storage, contrast agents, quality control and image artifacts. 3 Hours Lecture. --- # CVT 2231 — Echocardiography II Laboratory Lab skills practice to apply concepts presented in CVT 2233 Echocardiography II. 2 Hours Laboratory. --- # CVT 2233 — Echocardiography II includes advanced echocardiographic procedures. Sonographic protocol for abnormal studies will be presented. Areas of studies will include abnormal echocardiograms, transesophageal echocardiograms, exercise stress echocardiograms, pharmacologic stress echocardiograms, 3D transthoracic echocardiograms, 3d transesophageal echocardiograms and ultrasound enhanced agent echocardiograms. Common congenital abnormalities, postoperative anatomy, cardiac diseases, interventional procedures, emergency procedures, abnormal perfusion and function, and evaluation of pathophysiology of cardiovascular diseas… --- # CVT 2244 — Clinical Practicum II students are assigned to supervised clinical experience in local hospitals and medical centers by sub-specialty areas with emphasis on set-up, calibration and operation of medical instrumentation. Patient history and physical exam techniques, performance of cardiovascular testing as well as analysis and interpretation of cardiovascular diagnostic tests and data are reviewed. 12 Hours Clinical. --- # CVT 2312 — Interdisciplinary Cardiac Imaging This course evaluates the major imaging modalities, other than echocardiography, used to evaluate the cardiac system. This course will include the basic study of computerized tomography, cardiac catheterization, nuclear medicine, magnetic resonance, and positron emission tomography in relation to echocardiography in the evaluation of the cardiac system. The advantages, disadvantages, technology, and accurate practice of each modality will be discussed.2 hours lecture. --- # CVT 2313 — Echocardiography Concepts This course will prepare the student for the Cardio section of the ARDMS and CCI registry. Normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology, normal and abnormal perfusion and function, congenital anomalies, postoperative anatomy, protocols, treatments, and managing emergencies are all discussed. Multiple practice exams to better prepare the student for the registries will be given. 3 Hours Lecture. --- # CVT 2323 — Physics Concepts This course will prepare the student for the Sonographic Physics and Instrumentation section of the ARDMS and CCI registry. Ultrasonic wave generation and propagation, transducer design, color flow imaging methodology, Doppler effect and Doppler instrumentation components, signal processing, basic equipment types, interactive properties of ultrasound with human tissues, possible biologic effects, information storage, contrast agents, quality control and image artifacts are all reviewed. Multiple practice exams to better prepare the student for the registries will be given. 3 Hours Lecture. --- # CVT 2344 — Clinical Practicum III Students are assigned to local hospitals and medical centers with direct supervision of a registered echocardiographer. Performance of echocardiograms as well as analysis and interpretation of echocardiograms and data are reviewed. The student will have hands-on experience recognizing and detecting the echocardiographic characteristics of normal and abnormal heart function. 12 Hours Clinical. --- # DCC 1821 — Digital Content Creation Practicum Students will consistently create and evaluate digital content on a social media platform. --- # DCC 2293 — Social Media Influencing I This course addresses the basics of online influencing, including building and maintaining an online community, marketing and monetizing digital content, and leveraging viral triggers. --- # DCC 3821 — Digital Content Creation Practicum Students will consistently create and evaluate digital content on a social media platform. --- # DCC 4293 — Social Media Influencing II This course requires the student to use data-driven techniques in the creation of digital content and online community building strategies. Students will take a targeted approach to marketing content toward their intended audience. --- # DCC 4821 — Digital Content Creation Practicum Students will consistently create and evaluate digital content on a social media platform. --- # DE 4543 — Driver and Traffic Education II This course is designed to prepare teachers to organize and teach driver education and traffic safety programs in secondary schools. It includes administration, supervision of personnel, design of facilities, and a research project. --- # DE 4613 — Driver and Traffic Education I This course is designed to prepare teachers to organize and teach driver education and traffic safety programs in secondary schools. This course provides a survey of materials and methods of instruction plus evaluation of textbooks and in car training of a student driver. Two hour lecture, two hours laboratory. --- # DE 5543 — Driver and Traffic Education II This course is designed to prepare teachers to organize and teach driver education and traffic safety programs in secondary schools. It includes administration, supervision of personnel, design of facilities, and a research project. --- # DE 5613 — Driver and Traffic Education I This course is designed to prepare teachers to organize and teach driver education and traffic safety programs in secondary schools. This course provides a survey of materials and methods of instruction plus evaluation of textbooks and in-car training of a student driver. Two (2) hours lecture, two (2) hours laboratory. --- # DYS 5003 — Dyslexia and Other Learning Disorders This course is designed to provide dyslexia specialist candidates an introduction to the field of dyslexia and related learning disorders. This course will focus on an understanding of the science of reading including phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and reading comprehension, as well as concepts of print. A variety of approaches to reading and writing instruction, assessment practices, and issues in reading curriculum development will be addressed with particular emphasis on students with dyslexia and other struggling readers. This class has a 5-hour field work component. --- # DYS 5013 — Foundation of Language and Literacy Development This course is designed to provide the dyslexia therapist candidates with a deep understanding of the stages of language processing as well as the structure of language, and define and identify factors that contribute to literacy. --- # DYS 5023 — Interpreting and Administration of Assessments for Planning Instruction This course is designed to provide the dyslexia specialist candidates with a comprehensive view of academic assessments. The course will familiarize the student with an overview of statistical concepts, the basic theories of assessment, interpreting data for instruction, and practicum experience administering academic assessments for planning instruction. --- # DYS 5033 — Professional Learning and Leadership is a course designed to prepare students to serve within a Dyslexia Specialist position with all the incumbent responsibilities. To be able to ethically design, facilitate, lead and evaluate differentiated professional development programs for working with students with Dyslexia based on the most up to date research and policy from the local, state and national levels. --- # DYS 6043 — Structured Language Teaching is a course designed to prepare students to design, teach, evaluate, and adjust a variety of multisensory and multimodal approaches that effectively support students diagnosed with dyslexia (reading difficulties). --- # EAM 1013 — Introduction for Emergency Management Provides a broad overview of Emergency Management in the context of Mitigation, Preparedness, Response, and Recovery. Required for major. --- # EAM 2003 — Introduction to Homeland Security Provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental concepts, structures, and functions of homeland security in the United States. Required for major. --- # EAM 2033 — Citizen/Family/Community Disaster Preparedness Education The course covers the need for citizen disaster preparedness; research findings on the subject; program design models; team and coalition building, materials and approaches, effective presentation skills, overcoming disaster denial and apathy; preparedness with children, the elderly, and other high-risk populations. --- # EAM 2413 — UAVs in Emergency Management Provides a broad overview of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in the emergency management context with practical and hands-on experience. --- # EAM 2881 — Special Topics The topics will vary to reflect the continual changes in the emergency management field. This course may also serve as an independent study course upon recommendation of the advisor and approval by the dean. --- # EAM 2882 — Special Topics The topics will vary to reflect the continual changes in the emergency management field. This course may also serve as an independent study course upon recommendation of the advisor and approval by the dean. --- # EAM 2883 — Special Topics The topics will vary to reflect the continual changes in the emergency management field. This course may also serve as an independent study course upon recommendation of the advisor and approval by the dean. --- # EAM 2991 — Special Problems The topics will vary to reflect the continual changes in the emergency management field. This course may also serve as an independent study course upon recommendation of the advisor and approval by the dean. --- # EAM 2992 — Special Problems The topics will vary to reflect the continual changes in the emergency management field. This course may also serve as an independent study course upon recommendation of the advisor and approval by the dean. --- # EAM 2993 — Special Problems The topics will vary to reflect the continual changes in the emergency management field. This course may also serve as an independent study course upon recommendation of the advisor and approval by the dean. --- # EAM 3003 — Developing Emergency Management Skills Provides practical and fundamental skills for individuals entering the emergency management profession. Required for major. --- # EAM 3013 — Public Policy and Politics in Emergency Management Analyzes the role of public policy and politics within emergency management. Required for major. --- # EAM 3023 — Principles of Preparedness and Response Examines topics of preparedness and response. Required for major. --- # EAM 3033 — The Social Dimension of Disaster Overview of empirical vs. theoretical approaches; human behavior in disaster, myths and reality; group disaster behavior; community social systems and disaster; cultures, demographics and disaster behavior distinctions, and model-building in sociological disaster research. --- # EAM 3053 — Introduction to Ethical and Legal Issues in Emergency Management Explores ethical and legal issues in emergency management. --- # EAM 3063 — Emergency Management Doctrine Provides a basic understanding of doctrine associated with comprehensive emergency management. Required for major. --- # EAM 3073 — Safety Standards for Emergency Managers This course provides students with broad based knowledge and practical skills in the safety field. Students will receive an introduction to accident investigation, hazardous materials, accident prevention, ergonomics, and safety programs. Students are familiarized with OSHA general industry standards, including responsibilities under OSHA regulations, inspections, citations, appeals, and record keeping. Explores safety standards from ANSL, NFPA, and DOT. --- # EAM 3123 — Public Information Skills for Emergency Managers This course provides the student with experience in dealing with the media before, during and after a crisis or disaster. The student will be able to demonstrate presentation skills using a variety of communication styles, graphics integration, informational brochures, and electronic resources. --- # EAM 3243 — Terrorism and Counterterrorism This course is an overview of terrorism in which students will explore various aspects of terrorism in a Post 9/11 world leading to a basic understanding of a global phenomenon. Subject matter will include the history of terrorism, its strategies, and why those strategies are effective. The student will examine the psychology of fundamentalist religious movements and extreme political organizations. While studying the effects of terrorism the student will examine governmental concerns, preparedness, response, and defensive operations of dealing with terrorism. --- # EAM 3263 — Disasters in Pop Culture A study of films and pop culture related to emergency management with particular attention to the analyses of the causes, characteristics, nature and effects of natural and technological hazards. --- # EAM 3323 — Emergency Management Exercise Design and Evaluation Provides essential knowledge and practical skills in designing, conducting, and evaluating emergency management and homeland security exercises. --- # EAM 3413 — UAVs for Commercial Use Designed to provide aspiring commercial drone operators with the knowledge and skills necessary to operate unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for commercial purposes in compliance with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations. --- # EAM 3903 — Public Health Emergency Management Provides an introduction to public health from an emergency management stance. --- # EAM 4003 — Principles of Mitigation and Recovery Examines topics of mitigation and recovery issues in emergency management. Required for major. --- # EAM 4013 — Resilience and Continuity Explores continuity of business and governmental operations, including risk assessment, hazard analysis, and resumption of operations with an emphasis of disaster resilience. Required for major. --- # EAM 4023 — Technology for Comprehensive Emergency Management Examines the nature and scope of current and emerging technologies and applications in emergency management. Required for major. --- # EAM 4033 — Emergency Management Research and Grants Covers basic research to be utilized for decision-making, policy development, and grant writing in emergency management. Required for major. --- # EAM 4053 — Community Management of Hazardous Materials The course addresses chemical properties of hazardous materials and wastes; legal requirements for their handling, storage, transportation, and disposal; and methods for protecting employees, facilities, and the community. --- # EAM 4063 — Leadership Provides a basic introduction to leadership by emphasizing planning for a potential disaster and coordination during a crisis. --- # EAM 4093 — Grants This course will cover the federal grant funding streams used by emergency management at the local, state, and federal levels. Students will learn the strategy behind each grant funding stream, eligibility qualifications, developing of grant budgets and justifications. Students will learn the basics of grant writing, budgeting, purchasing, filing for reimbursement, and requirements for audit. Each basic step will be broken down into a series of tasks assigned each week throughout the semester. --- # EAM 4103 — Critical Infrastructure Examines the nation's critical infrastructure protection, risk management, and resilience from a policy perspective. --- # EAM 4193 — Crisis Communication This course will cover both the theoretical and practical perspectives of crisis communications. Students will learn the importance of an organized approach to dealing with unexpected, crisis situations and the need for clear, concise information communicated effectively. --- # EAM 4203 — Externship Required for major. --- # EAM 4503 — Internship Provides practical experience in the emergency management field and applies emergency management theory to actual problems in a non-classroom situation. A minimum of 200 hours per 3 credit hours of relevant work experience must be completed in an approved internship site. The student will work with an advisor to have a site approved by the internship coordinator prior to course enrollment. Six hours are required to meet the requirements for the major. May be repeated for up to six hours of credit. Required for major. --- # EAM 4506 — Internship Provides practical experience in the emergency management field and applies emergency management theory to actual problems in a non-classroom situation. A minimum of 200 hours per 3 credit hours of relevant work experience must be completed in an approved internship site. The student will work with an advisor to have a site approved by the internship coordinator prior to course enrollment. Six hours are required to meet the requirements for the major. May be repeated for up to six hours of credit. Required for major. --- # EAM 4603 — Capstone Provides the opportunity to synthesize knowledge of previous undergraduate coursework and to link service learning experience to future goals. To be taken during last semester. Required for major. --- # EAM 4881 — Advanced Special Topics The topics will vary to reflect the continual changes in the emergency management field. This course may also serve as an independent study course upon recommendation of the advisor and approval by the dean. --- # EAM 4882 — Advanced Special Topics The topics will vary to reflect the continual changes in the emergency management field. This course may also serve as an independent study course upon recommendation of the advisor and approval by the dean. --- # EAM 4883 — Advanced Special Topics The topics will vary to reflect the continual changes in the emergency management field. This course may also serve as an independent study course upon recommendation of the advisor and approval by the dean. --- # EAM 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Emergency Administration and Management Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # EAM 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Emergency Administration and Management Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # EAM 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Emergency Administration and Management Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # EAM 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Emergency Administration and Management Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # EAM 4991 — Special Problems The topics will vary to reflect the continual changes in the emergency management field. This course may also serve as an independent study course upon recommendation of the advisor and approval by the dean. --- # EAM 4992 — Special Problems The topics will vary to reflect the continual changes in the emergency management field. This course may also serve as an independent study course upon recommendation of the advisor and approval by the dean. --- # EAM 4993 — Special Problems The topics will vary to reflect the continual changes in the emergency management field. This course may also serve as an independent study course upon recommendation of the advisor and approval by the dean. --- # ECE 2113 — Basic Child Growth and Development A study of the various developmental principles affecting the individual from the prenatal period through early adolescence. --- # ECE 2313 — Foundations and Theories in Early Childhood Education An introduction to the profession including historical and social foundations, awareness of value issues, ethical and legal issues, staff relations, and the importance of becoming an advocate for children and families. --- # ECE 2513 — Curriculum for Early Childhood Education A study of curriculum for young children based on research and theory. --- # ECE 2613 — Methods and Materials Using Developmentally Appropriate Practices and Activities for Young Children A study of developmentally appropriate techniques and materials fostering successful development in young children. --- # ECE 2996 — Practicum in Early Childhood Education A study and application that adheres to ethical practices in early childhood education. Students must be employed or volunteer in a licensed childcare facility. Observation of the students work and evaluation of student skills are conducted by instructors following the NAEYC Associate Standards. Students must demonstrate competency in all areas observed and complete a minimum number of 90 hours in a daycare or classroom. An emphasis will be on the observation of physical development and health, cognitive, language, social and emotional development, emergent literacy, mathematical thinking, sc… --- # ECON 2003 — Principles of Macroeconomics Macroeconomic analysis of output, income, employment, price level, and business fluctuations, including the monetary system, fiscal and monetary policy, and international economics. --- # ECON 2013 — Principles of Microeconomics Microeconomic analysis of consumer and producer behavior. Includes theory of production and cost, the effects of market structure on resource allocation, distribution of income, and welfare economics. --- # ECON 2103 — Honors Principles of Economics I Macroeconomic analysis of output, income, employment, price level, and business fluctuations, including the monetary system, fiscal and monetary economics, and international economics. --- # ECON 3003 — Money and Banking Additionally, must have a minimum GPA of 2.0. An overview of money, banking, and financial markets in the United States economy. Includes the functions of money, interest rates, the financial system, central banking, and monetary policy. --- # ECON 3073 — Intermediate Microeconomic Theory Additionally, must have a minimum GPA of 2.0. An examination of the theories of consumer behavior and demand, and the theories of production, cost and supply. The determination of product prices and output in various market structures and an analysis of factor pricing. --- # ECON 3093 — Econometrics This course develops the theory and applications of regression analysis, which is the primary tool for empirical work in economics. Emphasis is placed on techniques for estimating economic relationships, economic modeling, inference, and testing economic hypotheses in the context of real world problems. Students will also be exposed to other empirical techniques to prepare them for further studies. --- # ECON 4003 — Readings in Economic Theory Additionally, must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 on 54 or more earned hours. Advanced study on an individual basis is offered in money and banking, public finance, general economics, international trade, labor relations, transportation. --- # ECON 4093 — International Economics and Finance Additionally, must have a minimum GPA of 2.0. A course designed specifically for economics and finance majors desiring an understanding of the interplay of economic and financial forces between nations. While developing the theoretical base underlying these forces, the course will emphasize practical aspects of cross border flows of goods, services, and capital from the point of view of the firm and the economy. Lecture and discussion will be supplemented by analysis of cases and current events where appropriate. The content of the course should be readily applicable to any private or public… --- # ECON 4103 — Economics Special Topics Varies based on topics covered. --- # ECON 6093 — Special Topics in Economics Course offers an in-depth exploration of selected economics issues affecting business. The primary focus of the course will vary from offering to offering; thus the course may be taken more than once. There is a required research project. --- # ECON 6103 — Managerial Economics The course emphasizes data driven analysis of domestic and global market demand, surviving in a competitive environment, pricing with market power, analyzing strategic interaction, and optimizing production processes. $35 per SSCH course fee. --- # EDFD 1001 — Orientation to Teaching K-12 A course designed to provide information and enhance skills that will enable students to make a successful transition to college. The course will expose students to college resources, requirements, and promote the development of practical skills for college success while being introduced to educational related topics and issues. In addition, the course will also discuss the current challenges and requirements for the education profession. --- # EDFD 6003 — Educational Research An introduction to educational research procedures, including formulation of research problems, research designs, data collection, and analysis of data. --- # EDFD 6043 — Principles and Theories of Learning This course introduces teacher candidates to educational psychology as a research oriented discipline and a science of practical application. --- # EDFD 6053 — The At-Risk Child in the School Environment A seminar designed to investigate the characteristics of the at-risk student and to investigate the teaching strategies utilized to meet the needs of the at-risk student in the regular classroom. --- # EDFD 6313 — Principles of Curriculum Development A study of the elements and principles of curriculum design and construction for teachers at the elementary and secondary school levels. The course considers the theoretical concerns of curriculum planning as well as the activities involved in carrying theory into practice. --- # EDFD 6403 — Social, Historical, and Legal Factors in Education This course examines the study of education and various social groups, including the effects of various societies and educational systems. It also examines the legal factors that must be considered in the educational process. --- # EDFD 6503 — Classroom Behavioral Management A seminar to examine research for sources and types of models available for managing the classroom. Development of classroom management skills and systems by applying human development, learning, teaching, and communication principles. This class will review the research and professional literature on classroom management. It includes a practicum involving field experiences in the public school. --- # EDFD 6881 — Workshop The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour. --- # EDFD 6882 — Workshop The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour. --- # EDFD 6883 — Workshop The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour. --- # EDFD 6993 — Project in Educational Research Study and directed research on a topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. --- # EDLD 6003 — School Law This course is an introduction to the legal environment of schools. It focuses on the legal concepts, regulations, and codes that principals must know in order to carry out proper school operations. Special emphasis is given to the implementation of policies, regulations, rules, and procedures in the public schools. --- # EDLD 6013 — School Organization and Leadership This course is a study of the organization and structure of public schools and the principal's role in connecting people, purpose, and practice. For the final project, students will evaluate an existing school schedule and propose a new master schedule that addresses two areas of concern. --- # EDLD 6023 — Organizational Change This course is a study of the principles of organizational change and how they relate to educational institutions. For the final project, students will evaluate an existing school program and write a detailed proposal to develop and implement a focused improvement plan that leads to an effective school change. --- # EDLD 6102 — School Finance This course is an introduction to school finance including funding formulas, accounting techniques, and budgeting. It focuses on the financial concepts that principals must know in order to carry out proper school operations. Special emphasis is given to the implementation of financial policies in public schools. --- # EDLD 6113 — Action Research and Data Analysis This course will address the theories and practice of research with an emphasis on action research for school improvement. For the final project, the student will gather data from one's school and create a formal action research proposal. --- # EDLD 6153 — Communication with School and Community This course focuses on developing the knowledge, understanding, and skills necessary to establish strong systems of communication and effective relationships with diverse constituents. For the final project, students will develop a comprehensive school communication plan that addresses the needs of all shareholders. --- # EDLD 6203 — Education and Society: Continuities and Discontinuities This course will review the history of U.S. education with a focus on the relationship between society and educational systems and their stability. For the final project, students will evaluate an existing school culture, then create a specific improvement plan. --- # EDLD 6253 — Instructional Leadership This course focuses on the principal's role as an instructional leader. For the final project, the student will use school data to identify a specific content-area that needs attention, then write a detailed plan for improvement. --- # EDLD 6313 — Principles of Curriculum for School Leaders This course examines the development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum as it relates to school leaders. For the final project, students will create a proposed plan for dealing with current or emerging curriculum, instruction, or assessment trends in Arkansas. --- # EDLD 6353 — Physical Environment of Schools This course focuses on the effect that a school's physical environment has on instructional processes and student learning. It also explores various components of physical plants that are involved in school safety. --- # EDLD 6403 — Working with the Marginal Performer This course focuses on identifying and addressing the characteristics of marginal performance in teachers. It includes an in-depth study of the Arkansas teacher evaluation system (TESS). For the final project, students will apply this system to recommend contract renewal or dismissal for one of two fictional teachers described throughout the course. --- # EDLD 6512 — Building Level Administrator Internship Part I The clinical experience agreement for must be completed and submitted to the course instructor before the internship can officially begin. This form verifies and the school district and appropriate administrator(s) agree to assist and supervise the intern, and to validate or certify that the intern has completed each assigned activity. Prior to the completion of the internship, the intern must finish (or be scheduled to finish) all required coursework for the appropriate leadership program. The field experience allows candidates to apply the knowledge and skills gained in Educational Leadersh… --- # EDLD 6522 — Building Level Administrator Internship Part II The clinical experience agreement for must be completed and submitted to the course instructor before the internship can officially begin. This form verifies and the school district and appropriate administrator(s) agree to assist and supervise the intern, and to validate or certify that the intern has completed each assigned activity. Prior to the completion of the internship, the intern must finish (or be scheduled to finish) all required coursework for the appropriate leadership program. The field experience allows candidates to apply the knowledge and skills gained in Educational Leadersh… --- # EDLD 6552 — Building Level Administrator Internship The field experience allows candidates to apply the theoretical and research-based content of Educational Leadership courses to the practical day-to-day operation of an Arkansas public school. Students will implement various subsystems of education under the direct mentorship of an experienced building administrator. There is a $100 internship fee for this course. It may be repeated for a maximum of four (4) credit hours. --- # EDLD 6891 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. --- # EDLD 6892 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. --- # EDLD 6893 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. --- # EDLD 6991 — Professional Portfolio Arkansas licensure requirements for "Building Level Administrator" require the creation of a professional portfolio that demonstrates proficiency in all required standards. This course is designed to help students understand the process of creating this comprehensive collection of artifacts. Portfolios must be presented to and approved by a faculty portfolio review committee (usually during the final semester). --- # EDLD 7013 — The Superintendency and Central Office The scope and function of the central office will be the focus of this course. Theory and practice from the central office/ superintendent's perspective of such areas as superintendent-board relations, public relations, strategic planning, professional negotiation, special programs administration, leadership style, and school climate. --- # EDLD 7023 — School Board Relations The study of school board-administrator relationships and procedures with emphases on community relations, the politics of education and functioning cohesively as an educational, policy-making group. --- # EDLD 7033 — School Personnel and Business Management Principles, processes and procedures of school personnel management and business management are probed. Issues and topics investigated include supervision, evaluation, recruitment, staff development, salary and contractual obligations, attendance accounting, APSCN procedures, financial accounting, and property accounting. --- # EDLD 7113 — Seminar in Current Issues The course will investigate contemporary issues and trends related to educational leadership and examine problems and solutions that are of current concern for school organizations. These issues include school finance alternatives, serving a diverse constituency, meeting individual and group needs, accountability issues, instructional issues including the integration of technology, evaluation of instructional issues, evaluation of programs and personnel, and changing policies at the state and national level. --- # EDLD 7123 — Educational Facilities This is a study of school facilities and transportation planning and concepts, management and practices. Topics include how to use and maintain present school plants, keeping the board and community informed as to building needs, selecting architects, financing construction, safety and security issues, and developing educational specifications. --- # EDLD 7133 — School Finance for District Level Administration Economics and school finance: Basic concepts include local, state and federal support of education, the Arkansas State Financial System (APSCN), budgeting and projecting, financing capital items, centralization vs. site-based concepts, fiscal management, auditing, and communicating finance to the board and community. --- # EDLD 7143 — School Accountability Systems This course probes the essential elements of a monitoring system designed to help schools and districts acquire the information they need to better realize their intentions for improvement, accountability, and school restructuring. --- # EDLD 7153 — District Internship A field study experience providing the student with an opportunity to synthesize and apply knowledge, and develop and practice administrative skills as they relate to school accountability systems. It applies reflective practice under the direction of a practitioner mentor and a university advisor and focuses on a monitoring system model. $100 internship fee. --- # EDLD 7163 — Statistical Methods for District Leaders An introductory study of inferential statistics utilizing parametric and nonparametric procedures to analyze school data. --- # EDLD 7173 — Advanced Legal Issues This course focuses on the United States Constitution and its effects on due process requirements for public schools. Issues include the relationship of constitutional, statutory and case law to public school districts particularly in these areas of current concern - students' rights and responsibilities, teachers' rights and responsibilities, procedural and substantive due process, and liability. --- # EDLD 7891 — Independent Study Program Director Approval. This Independent Study is open to students pursuing the Ed.S. degree who wish to pursue individual study, investigation or project based research of some facet of knowledge which complements the Ed.S. program of study. Students will be required to plan their program submitting a formal program of study request, prepare written reports throughout the study and present their findings in a formal paper. --- # EDLD 7892 — Independent Study Program Director Approval. This Independent Study is open to students pursuing the Ed.S. degree who wish to pursue individual study, investigation or project based research of some facet of knowledge which complements the Ed.S. program of study. Students will be required to plan their program submitting a formal program of study request, prepare written reports throughout the study and present their findings in a formal paper. --- # EDLD 7893 — Independent Study Program Director Approval. This Independent Study is open to students pursuing the Ed.S. degree who wish to pursue individual study, investigation or project based research of some facet of knowledge which complements the Ed.S. program of study. Students will be required to plan their program submitting a formal program of study request, prepare written reports throughout the study and present their findings in a formal paper. --- # EDLD 8003 — Applied Research This course of study facilitates excellence in teaching by exploring contemporary paradigms of educational research with an emphasis on informing thinking and decision-making to address problems in schooling. Skills to be emphasized include conceptualizing real-world problems in an inquiry manner so that information derived from the research literature can be applied to the problem, synthesizing the line of investigation. Seeing the historical perspective of the research and critically judging the worth or quality of the study (internal validity, sampling adequacy). Students will review the l… --- # EDLD 8013 — Scholarly Writing This course is designed to provide an overview of the literature review as it pertains to the research process and assist students in beginning to create a knowledge base about scholarly writing. Peer and instructor support systems are used in this course to enable student groups to complete a 22-page literature review in preparation for future course requirements. Special attention will be focused about the American Psychological Association (APA) Publication Manual (6th Ed). --- # EDLD 8023 — Quantitative Research The focus of this course is the application of quantitative research methodology in the study of educational practice. Emphasis will be placed on study design, data collection, and data analysis using quantitative research methods. The fundamentals of quantitative research will be emphasized. Statistical analyses will be conducted using the SPSS software. --- # EDLD 8033 — Qualitative Research This course is intended to build in students' understandings of qualitative research, its theory and methods. As a doctoral-level research course, the material covered will be intended to prepare the student for successful competing of a qualitative doctoral dissertation. --- # EDLD 8043 — Cultural Influences This course facilitates excellence in leadership by exploring current knowledge and research related to communication that builds positive relationships and community in a global society. Issues discussed include, but are not limited to, socioeconomic, ethnicity, gender, age, and other issues that require courageous communication. These issues will be examined through an exploration of philosophy, leadership, multicultural, and critical pedagogy. Existing, as well as emergent cultural and societal patterns will be contextualized in terms of leadership in Arkansas, the US, and globally. --- # EDLD 8053 — Ethics and Values This course focuses on the ethical administrator, the ethical practice of educational leadership and the ethics of equity and social justice. Specific philosophical approaches and ethical theories will be discussed. Particular attention will focus on ethical leadership practices within a learning community and include field-based exploration. --- # EDLD 8063 — Dissertation I-Proposal Writing Completion of all core doctoral classes. Students will prepare Chapter 1 - 3 for a dissertation proposal to be presented to the doctoral chair and committee members. --- # EDLD 8073 — Synthesis Seminar Integrating, synthesizing, and evaluating major concepts encountered in previous doctoral coursework. This course involves the completion of a student proficiency assessment comprised of a portfolio, synthesis paper and oral presentation. Successful completion is required to apply for candidacy. --- # EDLD 8083 — Dissertation II Students will prepare Chapter 1-3 for a dissertation proposal. The proposal will be defended with the doctoral committee. Successful completion is required for advancement to candidacy. --- # EDLD 8093 — Dissertation III Successful defense of dissertation proposal. Students will prepare Chapter 1-5 for a dissertation proposal. The candidate will conduct research and complete the dissertation and refine chapters 1-3. --- # EDLD 8101 — Dissertation IV Successful defense of dissertation proposal. Dissertation will be completed and defended. Students must maintain continuous enrollment from the time of advancement to candidacy and register for at least three credit hours each semester until successful dissertation defense, not to exceed three years of advancement to candidacy. Minimum number of dissertation credit hours is twelve. --- # EDLD 8102 — Dissertation IV Successful defense of dissertation proposal. Dissertation will be completed and defended. Students must maintain continuous enrollment from the time of advancement to candidacy and register for at least three credit hours each semester until successful dissertation defense, not to exceed three years of advancement to candidacy. Minimum number of dissertation credit hours is twelve. --- # EDLD 8103 — Dissertation IV Successful defense of dissertation proposal. Dissertation will be completed and defended. Students must maintain continuous enrollment from the time of advancement to candidacy and register for at least three credit hours each semester until successful dissertation defense, not to exceed three years of advancement to candidacy. Minimum number of dissertation credit hours is twelve. --- # EDMD 2013 — Integrating Instructional Technology An instructional technology course for pre-service to teachers introducing students to the incorporation of technology into instructional situations. Students will become familiar with classroom computer utilization for instructional and classroom management technology, state and national standards for technology and curriculum areas, and create lessons centered upon these standards. --- # EDMD 5043 — Foundations of Online Curriculum Design and Evaluation This course presents an overview of curriculum development and an introduction to the Instructional Systems Design Model. Participants will learn to design and evaluate curriculum, develop instructional materials, assess student learning and measure instructional outcomes for use in online classes for K -12. Topics include preparation of course outlines and syllabi, development of lessons plans, design of evaluation instruments and an explanation of how learning objectives and evaluation strategies affect the selection of content and materials. --- # EDMD 5053 — Online Course Development with Multimedia This course will introduce participants to study of the latest techniques and software to enhance the creation and design of online learning courses or programs. This class will present an overview of graphics, audio, video, Flash, and other multimedia used to develop online learning activities. This course will also introduce students to audio and video technologies, general multimedia tools and those specialized in accessing learners with disabilities. Participants will be introducing to the concepts of streaming vs. progressive download vs. download, different multimedia, streaming formats… --- # EDMD 5063 — Advanced Curriculum Design for the Online Classroom This class examines elements of effective instructional design for the online learning environment. Students will learn how to create tailored instructional models based on course objectives, target audience, subject matter content, class management and assessment methods. This course will study the design of effective, reliable assessment techniques and evaluation models for online learning. The course is comprised of three major phases of the design process (Analysis, Design, and Development) that guide students through converting or developing course material for an online course. Particip… --- # EDMD 6033 — Introduction to Instructional Technology An introductory media and media methods course providing an introduction to: instructional computer utilization; applications of principles of graphic design in the production of audiovisual materials; the application of visual literacy, communications, and learning theory to the selection, evaluation, and use of instructional materials; and the development of mediated units of instruction. --- # EDMD 6113 — Emerging Technologies for Education and Training This course is a study of different technologies available for administrative, instructional, and management uses in education and training and focuses on both the current technologies available and those in the adjacent future. Students will explore the affordances provided by these technologies for productivity, skill development, and content creation. --- # EDMD 6133 — Production of Digital Instructional Materials Advanced applications, techniques, and processes involved in the production of instructional materials. Emphasis is placed on the production of completed education and training units using digital images, electronic presentations, and web-based materials. --- # EDMD 6163 — Internet Resources An introduction to resources available on the Internet as well as the tools needed to navigate within a worldwide network of computers, made up of thousands of autonomous networks which are separately administered. --- # EDMD 6233 — Administration of Media Programs A study of the administrative responsibility involved in the organization, implementation, and operation of comprehensive media programs. Specific areas of study include: planning, budgeting, selection of equipment and materials, computerizing administrative functions, proposal development, and program evaluation. Will include site visits to area media centers and training facilities. --- # EDMD 6303 — Survey of Instructional Technology A survey of current media research, educational media formats, and utilization of mediated materials in education and training, and the development of instructional programs. --- # EDMD 6313 — Instructional Design and Product Development A study of the systematic approach to the design, production, evaluation, and utilization of instructional materials. Using design models and general theoretical knowledge specifications, students will write goals and objectives, identify learner characteristics, conduct task analyses, define learning conditions and instructional events, produce instructional products to meet identified needs, and field test finished products. --- # EDMD 6433 — Practicum in Educational Media An overall view of the field of educational media and instructional technology. Current journals, trends, and authorities in the field will be studied. Students will participate in 120 hours (3 hrs. credit) OR 240 hours (6hrs. credit) of practical work in media centers or training facilities, will visit selected media centers, and will submit a research paper or project on current trends in educational media or instructional technology. $50 course fee. --- # ELED 2003 — Education as a Profession This course provides potential teacher education candidates with the knowledge base and practice in the skills needed to locate educational research information; analyze, synthesize, and evaluate the complied materials; professionally communicate these findings to others; and examine, observe, and reflect upon research applications in the school setting. --- # ELED 2113 — Human Development and Learning Theories This course is a study of the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development of the individual beginning with the early childhood period and continuing through early adolescence. This course also provides lateral entry teachers an introduction to learning theory, various styles of learning, and motivational factors involved in the learning process. Emphasis is placed on the development of cognitive skills using the eight types of intelligence and applying these to practical classroom situations. Upon completion, students should be able to describe theories and styles of learning. This cour… --- # ELED 3123 — Diagnosis and Assessment of Elementary Students This course is designed to develop pre-service teachers with who can successfully implement the design and implementation of current best practices in assessment and who can utilize assessment data to plan, evaluate and promote instructional achievement in a 21st Century standards-based classroom. --- # ELED 3133 — Integrated Curriculum This course is designed to provide teacher candidates with an overview of how to develop teaching/learning strategies and to integrate curriculum in the elementary classroom. Emphasis is placed on helping teachers adapt techniques, choose materials, and design units that integrate multiple content areas across a student-centered curriculum. --- # ELED 3143 — Teaching Methods K-6 Social Studies This course is an introduction to teaching powerful social studies in the elementary classroom. Based on current theory and research and with particular emphasis on active citizenship and diversity, the course develops instructional decision-makers who will utilize innovative and effective practice and resources for teaching meaningful social studies. This course also informs about best practice in the field. --- # ELED 4003 — Residency A Seminar This course is to be taken concurrently with ELED 4903 Residency A in Elementary Education. This course is designed to provide elementary teacher candidates with knowledge and understanding of the history of American Education, school law, content area reading, and other contemporary education issues. --- # ELED 4033 — Classroom and Behavior Management This course is designed to provide elementary teacher candidates a foundation for operating an effective and efficient 21st Century classroom. Best practices in creating a respectful and responsive culture for learning will be presented. Emphasis will be placed on establishing high expectations for learning, achievement and behavior, including ways to manage the classroom environment and organizational approaches that encourage elementary students to take responsibility for their own learning and their own behavior. Strategies for classroom management, classroom organization and behavior mana… --- # ELED 4903 — Residency B Seminar This course is to be taken concurrently with ELED 4003 Seminar in Elementary Education. Part I of an intensive yearlong residency in elementary education. Students will spend time in elementary education (K-6) environments applying their knowledge and skills in reflective decision making with children and families. This course involves professional applications of pedagogical and professional practice of elementary educators. The course is structured around the professional expectations including state requirements for pedagogical and professional assessments through the Teacher Excellence Su… --- # ELED 4909 — Residency B This course involves professional applications of pedagogical and professional practice of elementary educators. The course is structured around the professional expectations including state requirements for pedagogical and professional assessments through the Teacher Excellence Support System (TESS). A complete handbook regarding residency expectations and requirements are located on the Arkansas Tech Teacher Education website. This course involves the completion of requirements for teacher licensure required for by Arkansas Act 416 of 2017. --- # ELED 4991 — Special Problems in Elementary Education Individual study of significant topics or problems relating to education under the guidance of an assigned faculty member. --- # ELED 4992 — Special Problems in Elementary Education Individual study of significant topics or problems relating to education under the guidance of an assigned faculty member. --- # ELED 4994 — Special Problems in Elementary Education Individual study of significant topics or problems relating to education under the guidance of an assigned faculty member. --- # ELED 5333 — Teaching Reading and Study Strategies in the Content Area This course is designed to provide pre-service and in-service teachers and administrators with a knowledge of reading factors as they relate to various disciplines. Content of the course includes estimating students' reading ability, techniques for vocabulary, questioning strategies, and developing reading-related study skills. --- # ELEG 1011 — Introduction to Electrical and Computer Engineering An introductory lecture/lab course to acquaint students with the fundamental techniques in the field of electrical engineering. Topics include technical aspects of electrical engineering including an introduction to computational techniques/software, basic introduction to computer-aided drafting (CAD), an introduction to programming, and basic circuit prototyping. --- # ELEG 2103 — Electric Circuits I An introduction to circuit theory and electrical devices. Topics include resistive circuits, independent and dependent sources; analysis methods, network theorems; RC and RL first order circuits, and RLC second order circuits. --- # ELEG 2111 — Electric Circuits Laboratory Report writing; use of basic electrical measurement devices; voltmeters, ammeters, R meters, wattmeters, and oscilloscopes. Computer modeling and data analysis of AC and DC circuits. Emphasis on developing laboratory techniques through experiments paralleling topics in ELEG 2103 and ELEG 2113 . Laboratory three hours per week. --- # ELEG 2113 — Electric Circuits II A continuation of ELEG 2103 covering phasor analysis, steady state power, complex network functions, frequency response, transformers, Laplace methods. --- # ELEG 2130 — Digital Logic Design Lab Laboratory must be taken during the same semester as the lecture, ELEG 2134 . A study of basic digital logic circuit design and implementation. Circuit schematic development utilizing computerized automated design tools. Computer modeling and simulation of digital systems. Emphasis will be placed on proper laboratory techniques, including data collection, data reduction, and report preparation. Laboratory three hours. --- # ELEG 2134 — Digital Logic Design Binary numbers and codes, Boolean algebra, combinational and sequential logic including: minimization techniques, memory systems, register transfers, control logic design, and state machines. --- # ELEG 3000 — Engineering Internship/Research Experience A minimum of six weeks of supervised on-the-job training with a university research program, engineering firm, manufacturer, municipality, or company employing engineers. A written report is required within one week of internship completion. Students will also present their internship experience to an engineering class or at a student engineering RSO meeting. --- # ELEG 3003 — System Modeling and Analysis Reduction of engineering systems to mathematical models; methods of analysis using computers; interpretation of numerical results; optimization of design variables. Examples are drawn from various engineering disciplines. --- # ELEG 3103 — Electronics I Physics and electrical characteristics of diodes, bipolar transistors, and field effect transistors, behavior of these devices as circuit elements; common electronic circuits in discrete and integrated form; digital circuits including standard IC gates and flip flops, linear circuits including standard discrete and integrated amplifier configurations and their characteristics. --- # ELEG 3123 — Signals and Systems Signal and system modeling, time and frequency domain analysis, singularity functions, the Dirac Delta function, impulse response, the superposition integral and convolution, Fourier series and Fourier and Laplace transformations. --- # ELEG 3133 — Microprocessor Systems Design Digital design using microprocessors. Microcomputer architecture, memory structures, I/O interfaces, addressing modes, interrupts, assembler programming, and development tools. This course should also attract computer science students interested in hardware. --- # ELEG 3143 — Electromagnetics An introduction to static and dynamic electromagnetic fields using vector methods. Transmission lines, electrostatic fields, magnetostatic fields, Maxwell's equations, plane electromagnetic wave propagation, reflection, refraction, attenuation, antennas, reciprocity, and gain. --- # ELEG 3153 — Electrical Machines Steady state analysis of single phase and polyphase transformers, direct current machines, synchronous machines, induction machines, and special purpose machines. Special emphasis will be given to the modeling and control of these machines. --- # ELEG 3163 — Electric Power Systems Introduction to power system analysis and operation. Topics included: mathematical modeling of power system components, power flow analysis, symmetric and asymmetric faults and economic operation of power systems. --- # ELEG 3203 — Renewable Energy Technology An introduction and comprehensive overview of renewable energy technology. Topics include distributed generations and renewable energies including wind power, solar power, fuel cells and hydropower. Emphasis will be placed on basic concepts, operation principles and economics of existing and emerging renewable energy technologies. --- # ELEG 3663 — Engineering Internship Students will gain experiential learning in an industrial environment by participation in an engineering internship with an approved industry partner. Students will be required to participate in engineering project(s) under supervision of an engineer at the selected partner industry and complete written and oral reports. May not be repeated for credit. Minimum 400 contact hours. --- # ELEG 4103 — Electronics II A continuation of ELEG 3103 specializing in characteristics and applications of both linear and digital integrated circuits; amplifiers, feedback analysis, frequency response, oscillators, amplifier stabilization, microprocessors, memory systems, emphasis on design. --- # ELEG 4113 — Digital Signal Processing The study of discrete-time signals and systems, convolution, correlation, z-transform, discrete-time Fourier transform, analysis and design of digital filters. --- # ELEG 4122 — Electrical Systems Lab The course presents advanced topics in electrical engineering system design. Topics include discrete components, ICs, PLCs, and data acquisition systems. --- # ELEG 4133 — Advanced Digital Design Principles of digital systems design and the use of hardware description languages (HDL) are targeted toward the development of programmable logic devices in this project oriented course. The basic tenets of HDL will be presented including design flow, structural and behavioral descriptions, data types, concurrent and sequential statements, processes, procedures, functions, and packages. Approximately one hour per week will be devoted to supervised project development. --- # ELEG 4143 — Communication Systems I An introduction to design and analysis of analog and digital communication systems. Amplitude and angle modulation and demodulation, bandwidth, frequency division multiplexing, sampling and pulse- code modulation, detection error statistics in digital communication. --- # ELEG 4153 — Communication Systems II Continuation of ELEG 4143 . Design and analysis of analog and digital communication systems, taking into account the effects of noise. Random variables, random processes, analog and digital communication systems in the presence of noise. --- # ELEG 4191 — Electrical Design Project I First of a two part sequence of courses to complete a group project in electrical engineering design. Emphasis will be placed on designing an electrical system or subsystem with due regard for Safety, environmental concerns, reliability, longevity, ease of manufacture, maintainability, and cost effectiveness. A written and oral report are required. --- # ELEG 4192 — Electrical Design Project II Second of a two part sequence of courses to complete a group project in electrical engineering design. Emphasis will be placed on designing an electrical system or subsystem with due regard for Safety, environmental concerns, reliability, longevity, ease of manufacture, maintainability, and cost effectiveness. A written and oral report are required. --- # ELEG 4202 — Engineering Design This course serves as the first part of a two course sequence in which the student completes a senior design project. Design methodologies and tools including real world design considerations such as environmental impact, engineering ethics, economics, safety, product costing and liability are introduced. Design for manufacture, project management, scheduling and proposal writing will be covered. Successful completion of this course shall require completion of a proposal for a senior design project being accepted by the faculty design project review process. --- # ELEG 4303 — Control Systems An introduction to the field of control system engineering. Topics include: open and closed loop systems; mathematical modeling of electrical and mechanical systems; linearization; stability; block diagram reduction; signal flow graphs; transient analysis; stability analysis; root locus analysis; frequency analysis; and an introduction to compensator design. --- # ELEG 4313 — Modern Control Systems A continuation of ELEG 4303 Control Systems. Topics include: frequency response design, state space analysis, controllability, observability, state space design, robustness, and an introduction to digital control. --- # ELEG 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Electrical Engineering Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # ELEG 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Electrical Engineering Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # ELEG 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Electrical Engineering Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # ELEG 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Electrical Engineering Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # ELEG 4991 — Special Problems in Engineering Individual study in advanced area of the student's choice under the direction of a faculty advisor. --- # ELEG 4992 — Special Problems in Engineering Individual study in advanced area of the student's choice under the direction of a faculty advisor. --- # ELEG 4993 — Special Problems in Engineering Individual study in advanced area of the student's choice under the direction of a faculty advisor. --- # ELEG 4994 — Special Problems in Engineering Individual study in advanced area of the student's choice under the direction of a faculty advisor. --- # ELEG 5113 — Digital Signal Processing The study of discrete-time signals and systems, convolution, z-transform, discrete-time Fourier transform, analysis and design of digital filters. Students write software for real-time implementation of selected signal processing algorithms using DSP microcomputer hardware. --- # ELEG 5133 — Advanced Digital Design A project oriented course in which students develop and test custom digital integrated circuits (IC's). An overview of IC design systems and manufacturing processes is presented. Economics of IC production are discussed. Hardware Description Languages (HDL's) are studied. Students design and implement custom IC's using schematic based entry and HDL's. --- # ELEG 5153 — Communication Systems II Continuation of ELEG 4143 . Design and analysis of analog and digital communication systems, taking into account the effects of noise. Random variables, random processes, analog and digital communication systems in the presence of noise. --- # ELEG 5313 — Modern Control Systems A continuation of ELEG 4303 Control Systems. Topic include: frequency response design, state space analysis, controllability, observability, state space design, robustness and introduction to digital control. --- # EMHS 5003 — Principles of Mitigation and Recovery Mitigation and recovery issues are studied in regard to relationships with ethical, legal, economic and environmental considerations. EMHS Elective. --- # EMHS 5023 — Technology for Comprehensive Emergency Management This course introduces emerging technologies with application to emergency management and homeland security. Course number was previously 6513. --- # EMHS 5043 — Disaster and Emergency Management Ethics Involves a study of a variety of types of ethical theory (teleological, deontological, distributive theories of justice, natural law), review of specific ethical dilemmas related to disasters, professional ethics, overcoming biases, avoiding discrimination, and developing sensitivity. Detailed ethical case studies will be conducted. --- # EMHS 5053 — Community Management of Hazardous Materials Addresses chemical properties of hazardous materials and wastes; legal requirements for their handling, storage, transportation, and disposal; and methods for protecting employees, facilities, and the community. --- # EMHS 5093 — Grants This course will cover the federal grant funding streams used by emergency management at the local, state, and federal levels. Students will learn the strategy behind each grant funding stream, eligibility qualifications, development of grant budgets and justifications. Students will learn the basics of grant writing, budgeting, purchasing, filing for reimbursement, and requirements for audit. Each basic step will be broken down into a series of tasks assigned each week throughout the semester. --- # EMHS 5103 — Critical Infrastructure Examines the nation's critical infrastructure protection, risk management, and resilience from a policy perspective. --- # EMHS 5991 — Special Problems and Topics The topics will vary to reflect the dynamic changes in the emergency management discipline. --- # EMHS 5992 — Special Problems and Topics The topics will vary to reflect the dynamic changes in the emergency management discipline. --- # EMHS 5993 — Special Problems and Topics The topics will vary to reflect the dynamic changes in the emergency management discipline. --- # EMHS 6003 — Design and Management of Preparedness and Mitigation Systems Reviews the needs and concepts for well-structured design and management processes for preparedness and mitigation systems in both the public and private sectors utilizing best methods for implementation. --- # EMHS 6023 — Risk and Vulnerability Assessment for Business and Industry Covers the hazards and threats that businesses and industry face regarding security, safety, and business continuity. The scope of threats and businesses studied range from local to international. Risk analysis, vulnerability, recovery, and business continuity plans will be examined. --- # EMHS 6033 — Leadership and Management This course is designed to provide the student with the basic principles and elements of leadership and management. Leadership theories and leadership development will be explored. Additionally, the impact of communication on leadership and management will be examined. --- # EMHS 6043 — Contemporary Issues in Emergency Management Emphasizes and analyzes the practical aspects of problems facing the emergency manager. Topics could include compliance issues with regard to Homeland Security, the National Incident Management System, the National Response Plan and other national initiatives. --- # EMHS 6063 — Principles of Emergency Management This course provides an overview of issues related to emergency management including the history of emergency management, key policy, natural and technical hazards, comprehensive emergency management, and current issues. It examines the role of public, private, and non-governmental organizations in emergency management, future direction of the field, and discusses several practical considerations for emergency managers pertaining to preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation. --- # EMHS 6073 — Terrorism and Counterterrorism This course is designed to provide a critical introduction to the subject of terrorism. Students will explore various aspects of terrorism, including the history of terrorism and strategies of dealing with terrorism, leading to a basic understanding of a global phenomenon. --- # EMHS 6093 — Principles of Homeland Security This course examines fundamental concepts of homeland security. Topics to be covered include: terrorism; extremism; homeland security agencies; interrelated duties, relationships, roles, and methods used by governmental agencies; individuals responding to agency issues; historical events; and state and national laws that impact the most critical threats. --- # EMHS 6103 — Research Design and Methods This course is designed to assist students in developing an understanding of the foundations of research including the principles that guide the research process, the elements of research design, how to read and analyze research articles, and how to write a literature review. --- # EMHS 6123 — Applied Data Analysis This course is designed to further students' progress in the research sequences. The student is guided by a faculty member to conduct individual original research including data collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of the findings. --- # EMHS 6133 — Ethical, Legal, and Political Considerations in Emergency Management and Homeland Security This course examines and applies ethical, legal, political, and social issues in Emergency Management and Homeland Security. --- # EMHS 6143 — Social Vulnerability This course reinforces understanding on social vulnerability and vulnerable population in relation to hazards and disasters. Students will analyze social, geographical, and cultural factors that put people differently at risk before, during, and after disasters. Students will explore how vulnerability influences the ability to mitigate to, prepare for, respond to and recover from hazards and disasters. Theories and concepts pertaining to social vulnerability are studied, along with social vulnerability and resilience measurement indices. This course also focuses on the interrelated relationsh… --- # EMHS 6153 — Disaster Films and Media A study of films related to emergency management with particular attention to the analyses of the causes, characteristics, nature, and effects of natural and technological hazards. --- # EMHS 6163 — Disaster Preparedness Preparedness issues are studied in regard to relationships with ethical, medical, economic, and environmental considerations. Preparedness activities and strategies at individual, organizational, and community levels are examined by using evidence-based best practices. --- # EMHS 6193 — Introduction to International Emergency Management This course provides students with the study of disaster trends and diverse emergency and disaster management systems and structures that exist throughout the world. Universal principles of global emergency management practice and advances worldwide will be considered. Lessons from disasters will be addressed and political challenges and cooperation between governments and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). --- # EMHS 6203 — Crisis Communications This course will cover both the theoretical and practical perspectives of crisis communications. Students will learn the importance of an organized approach to dealing with unexpected, crisis situations and the need for clear, concise information communicated effectively. --- # EMHS 6333 — Epidemics and Pandemics This course introduces students to the history of infectious diseases and their causative agents, emerging and reemerging diseases that lead to epidemics and pandemics, fundamental epidemiological principles, and surveillance and mitigation strategies. Factors such as urbanization, modern transportation systems, environment, and disrupted ecosystems contributing to the emergence of new infectious diseases and the spread of older diseases will be explored. This course will also examine societal responses to disease, public policy considerations, and the emerging threat of bioweapons. --- # EMHS 6413 — Capstone This individualized course is designed to promote the integration of the core curriculum and practitioner experiences in the Master of Science degree program in Emergency Management and Homeland Security and to help prepare the student for transition to a professional position following completion of the degree. --- # EMHS 6423 — Professional Practical Experience and Project Development This course provides students the opportunity to participate in an approved professional experience in support of a practicum research project in the fields of emergency management and homeland security. --- # EMHS 6526 — Emergency Management Practicum in Health Care This course is designed to promote student application of theory to practice. Students, with faculty approval, will select a health care-related emergency management setting and emergency management administrator/preceptor for the practicum. The student will work closely with the preceptor to assess emergency management process and job requirements, analyze budgetary needs, examine preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation plans, and develop a plan for quality improvement. --- # EMHS 6891 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. The selected topic may not constitute any duplication of study leading to the accomplishment of a thesis. --- # EMHS 6892 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. The selected topic may not constitute any duplication of study leading to the accomplishment of a thesis. --- # EMHS 6893 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. The selected topic may not constitute any duplication of study leading to the accomplishment of a thesis. --- # EMHS 6933 — Research I This course will require students to produce a literature review regarding an approved topic related to emergency management/homeland security. The literature review will be developed into a research proposal or term paper. The topic and design is developed with the approval of a supervising professor. --- # EMHS 6943 — Master's Thesis Students will submit their completed formal master's thesis and successfully complete their oral defense of their master's thesis. --- # EMTP 1001 — First Aid and CPR for Health Care Providers Student in this course will learn to recognize and provide first aid for injuries ranging from simple lacerations to musculoskeletal injuries. Students will also learn how to recognize various medical emergencies ranging from heart attacks to allergic reactions. Students will complete requirements for certification in first aid, adult, child and infant CPR including Automated External Defibrillator (AED). This course is recognized by health care agencies, fire departments, police departments and local industries. (Cost of certification will be assessed). --- # EMTP 1003 — Emergency Medical Responder This course is designed to train students to perform in pre-hospital care of acutely ill or injured patients. Medical First Responders perform such measures as cardiopulmonary resuscitation, extrication, initial patient assessment and triage, and stabilization of any emergency. --- # EMTP 1007 — Basic Emergency Medical Services Training This course is designed to train students to perform in pre-hospital care of acutely ill or injured patients. EMTs perform such measures as cardiopulmonary resuscitation, extrication, initial patient assessment and triage, stabilization and transport of any emergency, to include routine transport of non-emergent patient to allied health care facility. Completion of this course with a "C" or better and passing the state exam and be licensed is a pre-requisite to be eligible to enter the Paramedic program. --- # EMTP 1233 — Medical Emergencies I with Laboratory This course will present the student with a review of anatomy and physiology, an overview of pathophysiology, clinical assessment and treatment of patients presenting with specific illness. Critical thinking and clinical decision making, airway management, and assessment of respiratory, and neurology patients will be included in this section with an emphasis on assessment and management of present illness for effective field treatment. In addition, there will be a review of EMS systems, safety and wellness, public health, medical legal, communications, and documentation. The lab section will… --- # EMTP 1234 — Clinical Practicum I The student will receive supervised clinical experience in the emergency department and operating room. While in these areas, the student will perform patient procedures under the guidance of a professional health care preceptor with expertise in the patient care area while also observing all care. Students will be required to assess and document on specific age and complaints while in the clinical area. Patient documentation will be placed and maintained in an online database. A team approach will be emphasized in the clinical area while performing basic and advanced patient skills. Age and… --- # EMTP 1243 — Pharmacology Includes the pharmacological developments, standards, patient rights and drug controls. The student will apply their knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, and ethics with the pharmacological use of medications, pharmacokinetics, fluids, and electrolytes. Clinical pharmacology will be emphasized. Lecture: 3 hours. --- # EMTP 2101 — Cardiology I This course is the first in a two-part series of cardiology courses aimed at giving the paramedic student a comprehensive knowledge of cardiology. The course is designed to train students to understand the pathophysiology, assessment, and management of cardiac patients to include pharmacological and electrical interventions. The pharmacology section will focus on the study, preparation, administration, and indications of cardiac medications. Students will be presented with EKG (ECG) monitoring leads I, II, and III with an emphasis on the study of arrhythmia etiologies and irregular waveforms… --- # EMTP 2111 — Clinical Practicum II A continuation of Clinical Practicum I. The student will apply basic and advanced assessment and procedures in the emergency department and operating room while under supervision of preceptor and/or clinical coordinator. Age and condition requirements must be met in the clinical setting and may be found in the program handbook. Clinical: 1 hour. --- # EMTP 2202 — Cardiology Laboratory II Prepares prehospital care providers for the use and application of cardiac monitors (semi-automated and manual), vagal maneuvers, waveform capnography, and pulse oximetry. Application of these skills will be reassessed in the clinical setting. Laboratory: 1 hour. --- # EMTP 2203 — Cardiology II This course is designed to introduce students to the practical application of pathophysiology, assessment and management of cardiac patients to include pharmacological and electrical interventions. The American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) will be administered during this course. ACLS is designed to offer health care professionals a high-density course of advanced cardiac knowledge and treatment. Critical thinking skills will be examined through case based scenarios as well as a written test. In addition to the regular coursework, students must successfully com… --- # EMTP 2211 — Clinical Practicum III Designated preceptors and/or clinical coordinator in the following areas will supervise students: Intensive Care Unit, Surgical Recovery, Operating Room, and Labor and Delivery. Students will apply knowledge of all previous program coursework and perform procedures that are appropriate for these areas of hospital. Age and condition requirements must be met in the clinical setting and may be found in the program handbook. Clinical: 1 hour. --- # EMTP 2212 — Emergency Medical Services Operations Prepares prehospital care providers to perform in an operations role within the EMS system. This course includes the utilization of medical direction and protocols, rescue, and mass casualty response. Hazardous materials as well as violent situations will be covered with an emphasis on personal and bystander safety. Students will also be expected to successfully complete the Federal Emergency Management Agency National Incident Management System curriculum via the FEMA Emergency Management Institute website during this course. Lecture: 2 hours. --- # EMTP 2311 — Assessment Based Management This course includes the final aspects of pre-hospital care and management in this session of the paramedic program. The student will learn effective scene and patient management, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making. This session will serve as a final analysis of the student's ability to analyze patient information and provide the treatment necessary for the best outcome of the patient's condition. The student must have an understanding of all tasks required of the paramedic exam, computerized end of course final, and an oral interview by the program medical director must be succe… --- # EMTP 2313 — Medical Emergencies II with Laboratory This course is designed to train students to understand the pathophysiology, assessment and management of variouis types of patients. Life San Development, Gynecology, Obstetrics, Neonates, and Pediatrics are the topics covered for this course. Emphasis will be placed on assessment based management of present illness and focused patient complaints. The American Heart Association (AHA) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) program will be presented during this course. PALS is designed to provide health care professionals a greater knowledge of emergency care for the pediatric patient. The PAL… --- # EMTP 2316 — Paramedic Internship This course is divided into two phases. Phase I students will be placed with preceptors in the field who supervise patient assessment and management skills during the student's prehospital rotation. Students will demonstrate a greater understanding of EMS systems, dispatching, and emergencies with a higher level of competency in both verbal and written documentation. Upon completion of Phase I, each student must demonstrate a level of understanding, professionalism and clinical knowledge of prehospital emergency care to be recommended by the medical director and/or clinical coordinator to ent… --- # EMTP 2323 — Trauma Management This course is intended to present the student with a comprehensive insight into traumatic injury. Pathophysiology, assessment, and management of trauma to include blunt, penetrating, soft-tissue, burn, musculoskeletal, head, face, neck, spinal, thoracic, and abdominal trauma as well as hemorrhage and shock will be analyzed. Types and phases of shock will be explored to provide the student assessment knowledge for the treatment of various shock conditions. Epidemiology of trauma will be discussed as well as the Arkansas Trauma System. Lecture: 3 hours. --- # EMTP 2413 — Medical Emergencies III with Laboratory This course will present the student with a review of anatomy and physiology, an overview of pathophysiology, clinical assessment and treatment of patients presenting with specific illness. Diseases of the eyes, ears, nose and throat, endocrine emergencies, hematologic, immunologic, infectious disease, abdominal and gastrointestinal, genitourinary, geriatric, and special challenge patients will be included in this section, with an emphasis on assessment and management of present illness for effective field treatment. Comprehensive management of all types of patients with various medical illne… --- # ENGL 0303 — Composition Workshop A composition workshop that complements and supports instruction in ENGL 1013 Composition I. May be repeated for credit. The hours earned in ENGL 0303 may not be used to satisfy general education requirements nor provide credit toward any degree. A student who is placed in ENGL 0303 must register concurrently in an assigned section of ENGL 1013 . --- # ENGL 1013 — Composition I A review of grammar, introduction to research methods, and practice in writing exposition using reading to provide ideas and patterns. --- # ENGL 1023 — Composition II A continuation of ENGL 1013 with readings in poetry, fiction, and drama. --- # ENGL 2003 — Introduction to World Literature An exploration of significant authors and themes in world literature. --- # ENGL 2013 — Introduction to American Literature An exploration of significant authors and themes in American literature. --- # ENGL 2023 — Honors World Literature An honors course that explores significant authors and themes in world literature. --- # ENGL 2043 — Introduction to Creative Writing Introduction to techniques of writing both fiction and poetry. --- # ENGL 2053 — Technical Writing Practice in composing abstracts, instructions, visuals, proposals, questionnaires, letters, memos, and a variety of informal and formal reports. --- # ENGL 2063 — Introduction to Literary Studies Practice in the analytic, research, and writing skills necessary for literary study. --- # ENGL 2173 — Introduction to Film A study of film as an art form with particular attention given to genres, stylistic technique and film's relation to popular culture. This course may not be repeated for credit after the completion of JOUR 2173 . --- # ENGL 2183 — Honors Introduction to Film A study of film as an art form with particular attention given to genres, stylistic technique and film's relation to popular culture. --- # ENGL 2193 — Introduction to Creative Nonfiction This course engages in literary study of the nonfiction genre. In particular, it seeks to answer the question: what is creative nonfiction as we understand it in the literary canon? Through a survey of key works across history, voices, styles, and forms the course will explore this genre's defining characteristics, analyze its contributions in craft, popular publishing, and scholarship. It will investigate the ways truth can be transformed by the tools of craft to connect the personal experience to the global, thus examining what, why, and how agentive authorship is contextualized amid the in… --- # ENGL 2213 — Introduction to Drama A study of drama as literature; a study of terminology and elements of drama and the reading of selected works, including both classic and contemporary. --- # ENGL 2223 — Introduction to Poetry A study of basic form, terminology and specific works. --- # ENGL 2233 — Introduction to Fiction A study of form, terminology, and specific works of fiction. --- # ENGL 2263 — Mythology An introduction to the Western mythologies and a study of their influence on Western literature. --- # ENGL 2283 — Science Fiction and Fantasy A survey course which covers classics of the science fiction and fantasy genres. Approach to the works is both historical and thematic. --- # ENGL 2881 — Practicum-Literary Journal Publication Students will work as staff members of NEBO: A Literary Journal. Cumulative hours in ENGL 2881 and ENGL 4881 -4 may not exceed nine. --- # ENGL 3013 — Systems of Grammar Students are recommended to complete ENGL 3023 before enrolling in this course. A synthesis of the most useful elements of traditional, transformational, and structural grammar. --- # ENGL 3023 — Introduction to Linguistics A study of basic concepts in language, comparative characteristics of different languages, and the principles of linguistic investigation. --- # ENGL 3043 — Literary Editing and Publishing A study of literary editing and publishing in print and online. --- # ENGL 3073 — Creative Nonfiction Workshop Concentration in the writing and evaluation of creative nonfiction. --- # ENGL 3083 — Fiction Workshop Concentration in the writing and evaluation of fiction. --- # ENGL 3093 — Poetry Workshop Concentration in the writing and evaluation of poetry. --- # ENGL 3173 — Studies in Film A focused study of selected films. Course content will vary. --- # ENGL 3183 — Studies in Television A focused study of selected television shows. Course content will vary. --- # ENGL 3203 — Modern Novel Reading in representative novels written since 1900. --- # ENGL 3223 — Young Adult Literature A survey of young adult literature. --- # ENGL 3293 — Studies in Literature and Language A focused study of selected literary works or selected language topics. Course content will vary. --- # ENGL 3303 — Literature of the South Reading in representative works by writers in the South since the Civil War. --- # ENGL 3313 — American Literature to 1900 Readings in the works of colonial and nineteenth-century American authors. --- # ENGL 3323 — Modern American Literature Readings in the works of twentieth century American authors. --- # ENGL 3413 — British Literature to 1800 Readings in the works of selected early British authors. --- # ENGL 3423 — British Literature since 1800 Readings in the works of nineteenth-and twentieth-century British authors. --- # ENGL 3463 — Shakespeare A study of selected comedies, histories, and tragedies. --- # ENGL 4013 — History of the English Language The development of English sounds, inflections and vocabulary. --- # ENGL 4023 — Second Language Acquisition An introduction to the major theories of language acquisition and their application to the instruction of English language learners. --- # ENGL 4053 — Seminar in Technical Communication Course content will vary. --- # ENGL 4083 — Seminar: English Language Course content will vary. --- # ENGL 4093 — Seminar in Creative Writing Course content will vary. --- # ENGL 4103 — Literary Theory A study of contemporary critical approaches to literature. --- # ENGL 4173 — Seminar in Film Studies Course content will vary. --- # ENGL 4213 — American Folklore A study of the forms and subjects of American folklore, folklore scholarship and bibliography; field work in collecting folklore. --- # ENGL 4283 — Seminar: World Literature Course content will vary. --- # ENGL 4383 — Seminar: American Literature Course content will vary. --- # ENGL 4483 — Seminar: British Literature Course content will vary. --- # ENGL 4683 — Seminar in Gender Studies Course content will vary. --- # ENGL 4703 — Teaching English as a Second Language An introduction to the principles and methods in teaching English as a second language. --- # ENGL 4713 — ESL Assessment An introduction to the tools and procedures for evaluating the language proficiency and development of English language learners. --- # ENGL 4723 — Teaching People of Other Cultures An introduction to the complex relationship of language and culture and its impact on teaching English language learners. --- # ENGL 4733 — Teaching English in the Secondary School To be taken within one year before student teaching. An introduction to methods and materials used to teach secondary English. --- # ENGL 4813 — Senior Project in Creative Writing Completion of a significant creative writing project approved by the instructor. --- # ENGL 4881 — Practicum-Editing Literary Journal To select and edit writing for publication and to direct staff members in the production of NEBO: A Literary Journal. Candidates for editorial positions must apply to the English Department at the start of the spring semester. Cumulative hours in ENGL 2881 and ENGL 4881 -4 may not exceed nine. --- # ENGL 4882 — Practicum-Editing Literary Journal To select and edit writing for publication and to direct staff members in the production of NEBO: A Literary Journal. Candidates for editorial positions must apply to the English Department at the start of the spring semester. Cumulative hours in ENGL 2881 and ENGL 4881 -4 may not exceed nine. --- # ENGL 4883 — Practicum-Editing Literary Journal To select and edit writing for publication and to direct staff members in the production of NEBO: A Literary Journal. Candidates for editorial positions must apply to the English Department at the start of the spring semester. Cumulative hours in ENGL 2881 and ENGL 4881 -4 may not exceed nine. --- # ENGL 4884 — Practicum-Editing Literary Journal To select and edit writing for publication and to direct staff members in the production of NEBO: A Literary Journal. Candidates for editorial positions must apply to the English Department at the start of the spring semester. Cumulative hours in ENGL 2881 and ENGL 4881 -4 may not exceed nine. --- # ENGL 4991 — Special Problems in English Course content and credit are designed to meet the needs of the student. --- # ENGL 4992 — Special Problems in English Course content and credit are designed to meet the needs of the student. --- # ENGL 4993 — Special Problems in English Course content and credit are designed to meet the needs of the student. --- # ENGL 4994 — Special Problems in English Course content and credit are designed to meet the needs of the student. --- # ENGL 5023 — Second Language Acquisition An introduction to the major theories of language acquisition and their application to the instruction of English language learners. --- # ENGL 5083 — Seminar: English Language Course content will vary. --- # ENGL 5093 — Seminar in Creative Writing Opportunity for students to refine style and technique in a genre of creative writing. --- # ENGL 5103 — Literary Theory A study of contemporary critical approaches to literature. --- # ENGL 5173 — Seminar in Film Studies This course will examine debates within feminist film theory from structuralism and psychoanalysis in the 1970s to the post-colonial theory, queer theory and post-modernism in the 1990s. Analyses of specific films will focus on the cinematic representation of femininity and masculinity, gendered subjectivities within history and culture, and issues surrounding the cinematic apparatus and spectatorship. --- # ENGL 5213 — American Folklore A study of the forms and subjects of American folklore; folklore scholarship and bibliography; field work in collecting folklore. --- # ENGL 5283 — Seminar: World Literature Course content will vary. --- # ENGL 5383 — Seminar: American Literature Course content will vary. --- # ENGL 5483 — Seminar: British Literature Course content will vary. --- # ENGL 5683 — Seminar in Gender Studies Course content will vary. --- # ENGL 5703 — Teaching English as a Second Language An introduction to the principles and methods in teaching English as a second Language. --- # ENGL 5713 — ESL Assessment An introduction to the tools and procedures for evaluating the language proficiency and development of English language learners. --- # ENGL 5723 — Teaching People of Other Cultures An introduction to the complex relationship of language and culture and its impact on teaching English language learners. --- # ENGL 6003 — Introduction to English Graduate Study An exploration of the ideas, methods and resources appropriate to the study of English language and literature. --- # ENGL 6013 — Modern English Grammar and Usage Investigation of the structure of American English with an emphasis on practical and pedagogical applications. --- # ENGL 6023 — Composition Theory and Practice. A study of composition theory, practice, and pedagogy. --- # ENGL 6033 — Rhetoric A study of the history, theory, and application of rhetoric. --- # ENGL 6073 — Instructional Approaches to Literature An exploration of research-based, field-tested practices for the integrated teaching of literature and writing. --- # ENGL 6083 — Seminar in Linguistics Course content will vary. --- # ENGL 6213 — Topics in Literature Examination of various topics through the intensive study of selected literature. --- # ENGL 6283 — Literature and Society A contextual study of selected works designed to explore the ways in which literature reflects and shapes society. --- # ENGL 6813 — Directed Readings A study of literary works selected from the M.A. in English Examination Reading List. --- # ENGL 6863 — TESL Practicum This course is a structured, advanced methods course, in which students will prepare and implement a series of English lessons, guided by the 12 national ENL (English as a New Language) standards. --- # ENGL 6881 — Workshop The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour. --- # ENGL 6882 — Workshop The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour. --- # ENGL 6883 — Workshop The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour. --- # ENGL 6884 — Workshop The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour. --- # ENGL 6885 — Workshop The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour. --- # ENGL 6886 — Workshop The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour. --- # ENGL 6891 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. This course may be repeated for credit. --- # ENGL 6892 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. This course may be repeated for credit. --- # ENGL 6893 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. This course may be repeated for credit. --- # ENGL 6894 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. This course may be repeated for credit. --- # ENGL 6991 — Thesis Research Directed Research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. --- # ENGL 6992 — Thesis Research Directed Research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. --- # ENGL 6993 — Thesis Research Directed Research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. --- # ENGL 6994 — Thesis Research Directed Research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. --- # ENGL 6995 — Thesis Research Directed Research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. --- # ENGL 6996 — Thesis Research Directed Research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. --- # ENVS 1004 — Principles of Environmental Science This course is designed to bring the student to a basic but informed awareness of and responsible behavior toward our environment and the role of the human race therein. The content will include a study of the philosophical and scientific basis for the study of ecosystems and the environment, the nature of ecosystems, the techniques used to study the environment, the origin and development of current environmental problems, the interdisciplinary nature of environmental studies, the processes of critical thinking and problem solving, and the moral and ethical implications of environmentally-ma… --- # ENVS 3043 — Conservation A study of natural resources, their utilization in a technical society, and factors leading to their depletion. --- # ENVS 3111 — Environmental Seminar A seminar for students pursuing the environmental option of biology, chemistry, or geology and other students interested in environmental sciences. --- # ENVS 4112 — Environmental Science Internship A supervised, practical experience providing ENVS majors with a hands-on, professional experience related to their career interests. Approximately 200 clock hours, a proposal, a log book, and a written and oral report are required. --- # ENVS 4114 — Environmental Science Internship A supervised, practical experience providing ENVS majors with a hands-on, professional experience related to their career interests. Approximately 400 clock hours, a proposal, a log book, and a written and oral report are required. --- # ENVS 4124 — Biological Assessment of Water Quality This course is an in-depth study of assessment of water quality by analyzing biological and chemical data. This course may include topics and case studies from the following list: Compare and contrast biological and chemical techniques for assessing water quality Physical and chemical properties of water, Connecting flows and water quality Nutrient pollution, Point and non-point sources Effects of petroleum pollution from extraction, transportation, refining, and combustion on biological systems SOPs, industry, and government standard practices and procedures for analyzing water quality Speci… --- # ENVS 4133 — Environmental Policy This course is an in-depth study of environmental policy and law, including federal and state regulations, federal and state agencies, policies, enforcement, historic legal actions, and important procedures for compliance. This course may include topics and case studies from the following list: Introduction to the Clean Water Act Water Quality Standards Pollution Discharge Permits Storm water Pollution Discharge Permits Identifying Impaired Waters Restoring Impaired Waters Water Quality Certification Dredge & Fill Permits Non-point Source Control State Revolving Funds Enforcement Other Laws P… --- # ENVS 4881 — Advanced Topics in Environmental Science This course offers advanced instruction in an area of biological sciences that is not otherwise covered in the curriculum. The focus of the course will vary from offering to offering, thus the course may be taken more than once. --- # ENVS 4882 — Advanced Topics in Environmental Science This course offers advanced instruction in an area of biological sciences that is not otherwise covered in the curriculum. The focus of the course will vary from offering to offering, thus the course may be taken more than once. --- # ENVS 4883 — Advanced Topics in Environmental Science This course offers advanced instruction in an area of biological sciences that is not otherwise covered in the curriculum. The focus of the course will vary from offering to offering, thus the course may be taken more than once. --- # ENVS 4884 — Advanced Topics in Environmental Science This course offers advanced instruction in an area of biological sciences that is not otherwise covered in the curriculum. The focus of the course will vary from offering to offering, thus the course may be taken more than once. --- # ENVS 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Environmental Science Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study and supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # ENVS 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Environmental Science Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study and supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # ENVS 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Environmental Science Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study and supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # ENVS 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Environmental Science Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study and supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # FAC 2102 — Electrical Applications This class prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to install and repair residential electrical systems. --- # FAC 2106 — Construction Fundamentals This class prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills in the building, inspecting, and maintaining of structures and related properties. --- # FAC 2202 — Carpentry Students will learn basic carpentry skills, power and hand tool safety, the proper use of power and hand tools, framing, trim, and hanging doors and windows. Also covered will be dry wall basics, painting, and basic masonry. Some cabinet making and architectural blueprint reading will be discussed. --- # FAC 2212 — Plumbing Basic plumbing skills will be taught and will include: fixture repair and replacement; piping (water and gas piping); piping drops, angles, and sizes; and basic plumbing codes for commercial and residential facilities. --- # FAC 2222 — Grounds Maintenance Landscape management, chemical usage and storage, MSDS file care, ADA compliance, and safety and reliability topics will be covered. --- # FAC 2303 — Construction Laboratory I This course prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills in the building, inspecting, and maintaining of structures and related properties. --- # FAC 2313 — Construction Laboratory II A continuation of FAC 2303 , this course prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills in the building, inspecting, and maintaining of structures and related properties. --- # FIN 2013 — Personal Finance A course designed to provide students with the fundamental skills of personal financial planning and goal achievement. Topics covered include financial planning, cash and credit management, insurance, investment, and retirement and estate planning. --- # FIN 3023 — Financial Markets and Institutions Course coverage includes an analysis of financial markets and institutions; regulation, money market operations, global impact of central banking principles and monetary policy, and determinants of interest rates with financial asset pricing. --- # FIN 3033 — Principles of Real Estate This course provides an overview of real estate investment and financing. The topics of this course include mortgage loans, residential property and income-producing property investing and financing, financing real estate development, alternative real estate financing, and investment vehicles. The goal of this course is to teach students the fundamental factors that affect the real estate markets. The course will also teach students the role of valuation, tax, law, and accounting related to the real estate investing and financing as well as applications of the above knowledge to the real worl… --- # FIN 3043 — Investments This course provides the fundamental concepts of the investment area including markets, stocks, bonds, investment environments, economic, industry and security analysis. --- # FIN 3063 — Business Finance Additionally, must have a minimum GPA of 2.0. Nature of business finance and its relation to economics, accounting, and law; role of the financial manager and financial markets; financial forecasting, planning, and budgeting; securities valuation, capital budgeting, and cost of capital; capital structure and working capital management; international finance. --- # FIN 4023 — Portfolio Management Additionally, must have a minimum GPA of 2.0. This course begins with an emphasis on fundamental portfolio theory and management. It also includes portfolio concepts related to investments in mutual funds, hedge funds, stocks, bonds, and investments in derivatives. Finally, the course addresses behavioral finance theory. --- # FIN 4033 — Financial Modeling This is an application based course, where students will learn how to apply financial concepts and theories to real world applications. Students will learn how to use financial functions and commands in Excel for financial calculations. Students will also be able to perform data combing techniques. Students will gain hands-on knowledge of how to customize financial analysis for different situations. Furthermore, students will develop, analyze, update, and reevaluate an investment portfolio consisting of different asset classes. --- # FIN 4043 — Principles of Risk and Insurance Additionally, must have a minimum GPA of 2.0. A course designed to provide an understanding of the insurance field. Course content includes a survey of the extent and types of risk in business; ways of dealing with business risk; and a survey of insurance for risk-bearing purposes. --- # FIN 4053 — Internship I in Economics/Finance A supervised, practical experience providing undergraduate ECON/FIN majors with a hands-on, professional experience in a position relating to an area of career interest. The student will work in a local cooperating business establishment under the supervision of a member of management of that firm. A School of Business faculty member will observe and consult with the students and the management of the cooperating firm periodically during the period of the internship. Students will be required to make a classroom presentation, maintain an internship log, and prepare a final term paper. Additio… --- # FIN 4083 — Financial Institution Management A study of major financial institutions and the markets in which they operate, with emphasis on financial decision making and risk management. Topics include financial intermediation theory; measurement and management of interest rate risk, credit risk, off-balance-sheet risk, foreign exchange risk, country risk, and liquidity risk; capital adequacy; and product/market diversification. --- # FIN 4093 — Advanced Financial Management Additionally, you must have a minimum GPA of 2.0. This is an advanced survey of financial management issues. The course emphasizes planning and decision making. It covers specific topics such as discounted cash flow analysis, stock and bond valuation, financial intermediation, organizing, raising and managing capital, capital investment, risk analysis, and financial statement analysis. Lectures and class discussion are heavily supplemented with sample problems, and outside readings. Quantitative techniques are introduced to facilitate analysis. --- # FIN 4101 — Special Topics in Finance This course provides in-depth exploration of selected finance topics. The primary topic will vary from offering to offering; thus the course may be taken more than once. --- # FIN 4102 — Special Topics in Finance This course provides in-depth exploration of selected finance topics. The primary topic will vary from offering to offering; thus the course may be taken more than once. --- # FIN 4103 — Special Topics in Finance This course provides in-depth exploration of selected finance topics. The primary topic will vary from offering to offering; thus the course may be taken more than once. --- # FIN 6093 — Special Topics in Finance Course offers an in-depth exploration of selected financial issues affecting business. The primary focus of the course will vary from offering to offering; thus the course may be taken more than once. There is a required research project. --- # FIN 6103 — Corporate Financial Management This course emphasizes analytical tools and practical applications for responsible corporate management. Topics include: Goals of the firm, Business Ethics, Corporate Governance, Financial Statement Analysis, Forecasting, Debt and Equity Valuation, Capital Structure, Capital Budgeting, and International Managerial Finance. $35 per SSCH course fee. --- # FR 1013 — Beginning French I Training in the elements of French communication (speaking and writing) and comprehension (listening and reading) within a variety of cultural contexts. Three hours of applied class work and one hour of foreign language lab per week is required. --- # FR 1023 — Beginning French II Continued training in basic French communication (speaking and writing) and comprehension (listening and reading) skills to increase proficiency in the language within a variety of cultural contexts. Three hours of applied class work and one hour of foreign language lab per week is required. --- # FR 2013 — Intermediate French I Development of the language skills necessary for communication (speaking and writing) and comprehension (listening and reading) skills to increase proficiency in the language at the intermediate level within a variety of cultural contexts. Three hours of applied class work and one hour of foreign language lab per week is required. --- # FR 2023 — Intermediate French II Further development of the language skills necessary for communication (speaking and writing) and comprehension (listening and reading) skills to provide mastery of the fundamental tools in a variety of cultural contexts. Three hours of applied class work and one hour of foreign language lab per week is required. --- # FR 3113 — Culture and Civilization Development of an understanding of French life through study and analysis of French history and geography texts, film, advertising, and mass media. --- # FR 4993 — Special Problems in French Designed to provide advanced students with a course of study in an area not covered by departmental course offerings. --- # FW 1001 — Orientation to Fisheries and Wildlife Science An introduction to professions in fisheries and wildlife science. Required of fisheries and wildlife students during their first fall term on the Tech campus. --- # FW 2003 — Elements of Fish and Wildlife Management Principles of fish and wildlife management for the non-major, including fish and wildlife identification and the role of various natural resource organizations in conservation. --- # FW 2013 — Natural Resources Communications An investigation and practice of effective communication techniques typically used in natural resources management. The focus of this course is to teach students to effectively communicate complex scientific messages to diverse audiences. Specific types of communication explored will include construction of figures, graphs and tables, power point presentations, abstracts and technical reports specific to the natural resources discipline. --- # FW 2833 — Introduction to Geographic Information Systems An introductory course dealing with computer organized spatial and attribute data. GIS is a system of specialized computer programs with the capability to manipulate and analyze data for problem solving. --- # FW 3053 — Fisheries and Wildlife Administration Administration of fish and wildlife agencies, including organizational designs and policies, planning, directing, budgeting, personnel management, and public relations. Special consideration will be given to public, scientific, and economic considerations in the decision making process. --- # FW 3074 — Habitat Evaluation Introduction to aquatic and terrestrial habitat mensuration and evaluation for field biologists, with emphasis on the description and demonstration of evaluation procedures and software. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. --- # FW 3084 — Ichthyology Systematics, collection, identification, natural history, and importance of fishes. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. --- # FW 3114 — Principles of Ecology Responses of organisms to environmental variables, bioenergetics, population dynamics, community interactions, ecosystem structure and function, and major bio geographical patterns. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. --- # FW 3144 — Ornithology An introduction to the biology of birds. The course covers aspects of anatomy, physiology, behavior, natural history, evolution, and conservation of birds. Laboratories address field identification and natural history of the birds of Arkansas. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. --- # FW 3154 — Mammalogy Taxonomy identification, ecology, and study natural history of the mammals. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. --- # FW 3173 — Biostatistics An analysis and interpretation of fisheries and wildlife data including descriptive statistics, hypothesis testing, analysis of variance, simple linear regression, correlation, goodness of fit, and contingency tables. --- # FW 3204 — Aquaculture Course is designed to provide students with the essentials of successful warm water aquaculture including crayfish and alligators. Basics of cool and cold water aquaculture are also covered. Emphasis ranges from maintenance of brood stock and culture of fingerlings to production of market size fish. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours plus several full-day field trips that may involve weekend or overnight travel. --- # FW 3224 — Herpetology The phylogeny, classification, physiology, behavior, and distribution of reptiles and amphibians. The Laboratory will stress identification of the species found in Arkansas. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. --- # FW 4001 — Senior Seminar in Fisheries and Wildlife Biology Designed to integrate various aspects of fisheries and wildlife biology by covering current topics and to acquaint students with areas not covered elsewhere in the curriculum. --- # FW 4003 — Principles of Wildlife Management Principles of managing wildlife resources with emphasis on the history of wildlife resources in the United States, population ecology, wildlife values, and the administration of wildlife resources and resources agencies. --- # FW 4013 — Wildlife Techniques Instruction in current wildlife techniques including habitat evaluation and manipulation, estimation of wildlife abundance, capturing and marking, identification, aging, and scientific writing. Course is structured around a research project that requires use of popular wildlife techniques. Lecture one hour, laboratory four hours. --- # FW 4014 — Forest Ecology and Management An in-depth coverage of ecological interactions in forested ecosystems. Lectures cover biotic and abiotic factors that influence development and species compositions of forest stands. Wildlife habitat relationships in forested ecosystems will also be discussed. Laboratories will familiarize students with field techniques and management activities important in the major forest types of Arkansas. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. --- # FW 4024 — Limnology A study of physical and chemical processes in fresh water and their effects on organisms in lakes and streams. Laboratory sessions and field trips demonstrate limnological instrumentation and methodology. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. --- # FW 4034 — Advanced Geographic Information Systems Applications Use of GIS technology in wildlife and fisheries management and research. Emphasis placed on creation, maintenance, and analysis of spatially explicit data. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. --- # FW 4043 — Fisheries Techniques The techniques and practices of warm water fish management. Major emphasis will be placed on survey techniques, data collection, and data analysis techniques. Lecture one hour, laboratory four hours. --- # FW 4054 — Waterfowl Ecology and Management Ecology and management of North American waterfowl and their habitats. Laboratory exercises will focus on identification, life histories, sex and age determination, and abundance survey methods. Lectures and discussions will cover behavioral ecology, reproductive ecology, winter ecology, harvest management, and habitat management and conservation. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. --- # FW 4064 — Wetland Ecology and Management An in-depth coverage of wetlands including occurrence, morphology, hydrology, soils, ecology, and regulation. The types of wetlands and their functions are discussed, as are local, state and federal regulations pertaining to their use, management and protection. Laboratory focuses on identification of common wetland vegetation, delineation of wetland boundaries, as well as field techniques and management activities commonly used in Arkansas wetlands. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. --- # FW 4083 — Principles of Fisheries Management The principles and theory of warm water fish management with major emphasis on the human dimension in fisheries management, fishery assessment, population dynamics, and common management practices. --- # FW 4103 — Human Dimensions of Fisheries and Wildlife Management Exploration of the complex interactions of social, political, institutional, economic and ecological processes that contribute to natural resource use and management. The primary focus is on interactions and conflict resolution among various stakeholders, resource management agencies, and wildlife and fisheries resources. Topics covered include public attitudes and expectations; agency structure and policy; values of fishes, wildlife; and public relations. --- # FW 4112 — Internship A supervised, practical experience providing FW majors with a hands-on, professional experience related to their career interests. Approximately 200 clock hours, a proposal, a log book, and a written report are required. --- # FW 4114 — Internship A supervised, practical experience providing FW majors with a hands-on, professional experience related to their career interests. Approximately 400 clock hours, a proposal, a log book, and a written and oral report are required. --- # FW 4163 — Biodiversity and Conservation Biology The concepts of, processes that produce, and factors that threaten biological diversity are introduced and examined. Further emphasis is placed on unique problems associated with small population size, management of endangered species and practical applications of conservation biology. --- # FW 4881 — Advanced Topics Open to junior and senior students only. Offers special instruction on fisheries and wildlife topics that are not otherwise covered in the curriculum. The primary focus of the course will vary from offering to offering, thus the course may be taken more than once. --- # FW 4882 — Advanced Topics Open to junior and senior students only. Offers special instruction on fisheries and wildlife topics that are not otherwise covered in the curriculum. The primary focus of the course will vary from offering to offering, thus the course may be taken more than once. --- # FW 4883 — Advanced Topics Open to junior and senior students only. Offers special instruction on fisheries and wildlife topics that are not otherwise covered in the curriculum. The primary focus of the course will vary from offering to offering, thus the course may be taken more than once. --- # FW 4884 — Advanced Topics Open to junior and senior students only. Offers special instruction on fisheries and wildlife topics that are not otherwise covered in the curriculum. The primary focus of the course will vary from offering to offering, thus the course may be taken more than once. --- # FW 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Fisheries and Wildlife Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # FW 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Fisheries and Wildlife Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # FW 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Fisheries and Wildlife Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # FW 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Fisheries and Wildlife Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # FW 5003 — Principles of Wildlife Management Principles of managing wildlife resources with emphasis on population ecology, habitat evaluation and manipulation, wildlife values, and the administration of wildlife resources and resources agencies. --- # FW 5014 — Forest Ecology and Management An in-depth coverage of ecological interactions in forested ecosystems. Lectures cover biotic and abiotic factors that influence development and species compositions of forest stands. Wildlife habitat relationships in forested ecosystems will also be discussed. Laboratories will familiarize students with field techniques and management activities important in the major forest types of Arkansas. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # FW 5024 — Limnology A study of physical and chemical processes in fresh water and their effects on organisms in lakes and streams. Laboratory sessions and field trips demonstrate limnological instrumentation and methodology. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # FW 5034 — Advanced Geographic Information Systems Applications Use of GIS technology in wildlife and fisheries management and research. Emphasis placed on creation, maintenance, and analysis of spatially explicit data. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # FW 5054 — Waterfowl Ecology and Management Laboratory exercises will focus on identification, life histories, sex and age determination, and abundance survey methods. Lectures and discussions will cover behavioral ecology, reproductive ecology, winter ecology, harvest management, and habitat management and conservation. $40 laboratory fee. --- # FW 5064 — Wetland Ecology and Management An in-depth coverage of wetlands including occurrence, morphology, hydrology, soils, ecology, and regulation. The types of wetlands and their functions are discussed, as are local, state and federal regulations pertaining to their use, management and protection. Laboratory focuses on identification of common wetland vegetation, delineation of wetland boundaries, as well as field techniques and management activities commonly used in Arkansas wetlands. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # FW 5103 — Human Dimensions of Fisheries and Wildlife Management Exploration of the complex interactions of social, political, institutional, economic and ecological processes that contribute to natural resource use and management. The primary focus is on interactions and conflict resolution among various stakeholders, resource management agencies, and wildlife and fisheries resources. Topics covered include public attitudes and expectations; agency structure and policy; values of fishes, wildlife; and public relations. --- # FW 5163 — Biodiversity and Conservation Biology The concepts of, processes that produce, and factors that threaten biological diversity are introduced and examined Further emphasis is placed on unique problems associated with small population size, management of endangered species and practical applications of conservation biology. --- # FW 5881 — Advanced Topics This course offers special instruction on fisheries and wildlife topics that are not otherwise covered in the curriculum. This course may be repeated for credit if content is different. --- # FW 5882 — Advanced Topics This course offers special instruction on fisheries and wildlife topics that are not otherwise covered in the curriculum. This course may be repeated for credit if content is different. --- # FW 5883 — Advanced Topics This course offers special instruction on fisheries and wildlife topics that are not otherwise covered in the curriculum. This course may be repeated for credit if content is different. --- # FW 5884 — Advanced Topics This course offers special instruction on fisheries and wildlife topics that are not otherwise covered in the curriculum. This course may be repeated for credit if content is different. --- # FW 6001 — Graduate Seminar in Fisheries and Wildlife Biology Analysis of current and classical concepts in fisheries and wildlife biology. --- # FW 6002 — Research Methods I Methods for literature review, experimental design, and thesis proposal development. --- # FW 6012 — Research Methods II Methods for data analysis and thesis preparation. --- # FW 6013 — Population Dynamics An in-depth analysis of major historical development in the theory, techniques of manipulating, and mathematical modeling of fish and wildlife populations. --- # FW 6023 — Quantitative Fisheries Science Quantitative principles of fisheries science used in the analysis and interpretation of fisheries data. --- # FW 6033 — Conservation Management Practicum Individual student experience in the field of conservation management. The course will include a 2-day on-campus introduction, weekly conferences via distance delivery during the 4-week off-campus experience, and 3 days of on-campus presentations. The practicum cannot be initiated until the student has completed at least 8 graduate-level hours. --- # FW 6043 — Conservation Research Practicum Individual student experience in the field of conservation research. The course will include a 2-day on-campus introduction, weekly conferences via distance delivery during the 4-week off-campus experience, and 3 days of on­campus presentations. The practicum cannot be initiated until the student has completed at least 8 graduate-level hours. --- # FW 6101 — Comprehensive Exam Written and oral comprehensive exam that evaluates student knowledge of fisheries and wildlife science and conservation management. The exam is administered after completion of 24 graduate-level hours. --- # FW 6891 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge that complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. This course may be repeated for credit. --- # FW 6892 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge that complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. This course may be repeated for credit. --- # FW 6893 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge that complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. This course may be repeated for credit. --- # FW 6894 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge that complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. This course may be repeated for credit. --- # FW 6991 — Thesis Research Research on a topic culminating in a written thesis. --- # FW 6992 — Thesis Research Research on a topic culminating in a written thesis. --- # FW 6993 — Thesis Research Research on a topic culminating in a written thesis. --- # FW 6994 — Thesis Research Research on a topic culminating in a written thesis. --- # FW 6995 — Thesis Research Research on a topic culminating in a written thesis. --- # FW 6996 — Thesis Research Research on a topic culminating in a written thesis. --- # GAME 1003 — Intro to Game Development A practical introduction to game art, design, and coding through the conception, creation, and evaluation of simple digital game(s). --- # GAME 2003 — Digital 3-D Foundations A practical introduction to all aspects of 3D development for film and game, including modeling, texturing, animation, rigging, and rendering. --- # GAME 2013 — Digital Audio Production An introduction to digital audio production through lectures, practical assignments, and in-class exercises. Open to students in all majors. --- # GAME 3013 — Game Development I This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of game design and development. --- # GAME 3023 — Game Development II This course is a continuation of the fundamentals of game design and development through the design and production of more complex games and utilization of game engines. --- # GAME 4013 — Senior Game Project I is the first course of the senior capstone experience of the Game Design Major. Students will work in teams to design and develop their project in preparation for the production phase, simulating the "real world" experience of the game and interactive media industry. --- # GAME 4023 — Senior Game Project II is one of two capstone courses in the Game Design and Interactive Media Major. Students develop project-ready assets while working in an environment that simulates the "real world" experience of working in the game and interactive media field. --- # GAME 4263 — 3D Modeling This course introduces the fundamentals of object and character creation using 3D modeling software such as Autodesk's Mud Box and Maya. --- # GAME 4633 — 3D Animation This course introduces the fundamental 3D theories and principles of computer modeling and animation using software such as Autodesk's Mud Box and Maya. --- # GAME 4803 — Game Design Theory This course will serve as an introduction to the interdisciplinary study of commercial videogames as texts, examining their cultural, educational, and social functions in contemporary settings. --- # GAME 4901 — Professional Portfolio The Game and Interactive Media Design course prepares the student for entry into the professional world through the development of a resume, portfolio, and the presentation of their work. --- # GEOG 2013 — Regional Geography of the World A survey of major regions that focuses on the physical and human geography of Earth's major regions: Europe, Latin American, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, the Pacific, and North America. --- # GEOG 2023 — Human Geography A systematic treatment of the major concepts of human geography and their application to modern problems, consideration of population, cultural patterns and processes, political organization of space, agricultural and rural land use, industrialization and economic development, and cities and urban land use. --- # GEOG 2833 — Introduction to Geographic Information Systems An introductory course dealing with computer organized spatial and attribute data. GIS is a system of specialized computer programs with the capability to manipulate and analyze data for problem solving. --- # GEOG 3033 — Physical Geography An overview of Earth's natural environment, focused on the spatial variety of land forms, climate, soils, vegetation, and water, along with human-environment interactions. --- # GEOG 3113 — Geography of the United States and Canada A regional study emphasizing the physical and cultural aspects of the United States and Canada. --- # GEOG 3203 — Arkansas Geography A study of the geography of modern Arkansas, with an emphasis on the differences, human geographies, and physical settings of the various geographic regions of the state. --- # GEOG 3303 — Geography of Latin America A regional study of the lands and people of Latin America and their interrelationships. Particular attention will be given to Mexico, Brazil, and Argentina. --- # GEOG 3403 — GIS II - Planning Applications A GIS mapping course specializing in the collection and manipulation of spatial data in support of metropolitan planning and community development. Emphasis will be placed on techniques in editing, raster methods, spatial analysis, and GIS modeling. --- # GEOG 3413 — Geography of Europe A regional study of the physical and cultural aspects of Europe (including the C.I.S.) and their interrelationships. --- # GEOG 3503 — Political Geography An investigation of political geography, with a focus on the spatial dimensions of politics in the United States. --- # GEOG 3603 — Urban Geography A course on urban geography and urbanization, with focus on the development and problems of U.S. cities. --- # GEOG 3703 — Geography of Asia A regional study of the lands and peoples of Asia and their interrelationships with particular emphasis on India, China, and Japan. --- # GEOG 3713 — The Middle East A regional study of the Middle East and North Africa, focusing on climate, culture, population, and conflict. Includes case studies from countries like Egypt, Iran, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia, emphasizing both historical context and contemporary geographic challenges. --- # GEOG 3803 — Historical Geography A study of how space and place is transformed through time. Through a focus on the geographies of the past throughout North America, this course examines the ways humans interact with the environment to create a material-cultural landscape. --- # GEOG 3903 — Geography in Focus A rotating topic course in relevant concepts of human or physical geography. --- # GEOG 4203 — Place and Collective Memory An examination of the way society remembers the past and portrays this collective memory through socially constructed monuments. --- # GEOG 4791 — Geography Internship A supervised placement in a geography-related organization under the joint professional guidance of the organization and a faculty member. Emphasis will be placed on real-world experiential learning. Students are required to complete a comprehensive report and a minimum number of internship-related hours, to be determined by the instructor. --- # GEOG 4792 — Geography Internship A supervised placement in a geography-related organization under the joint professional guidance of the organization and a faculty member. Emphasis will be placed on real-world experiential learning. Students are required to complete a comprehensive report and a minimum number of internship-related hours, to be determined by the instructor. --- # GEOG 4793 — Geography Internship A supervised placement in a geography-related organization under the joint professional guidance of the organization and a faculty member. Emphasis will be placed on real-world experiential learning. Students are required to complete a comprehensive report and a minimum number of internship-related hours, to be determined by the instructor. --- # GEOG 4794 — Geography Internship A supervised placement in a geography-related organization under the joint professional guidance of the organization and a faculty member. Emphasis will be placed on real-world experiential learning. Students are required to complete a comprehensive report and a minimum number of internship-related hours, to be determined by the instructor. --- # GEOG 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Geography Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # GEOG 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Geography Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # GEOG 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Geography Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # GEOG 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Geography Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # GEOG 4983 — Geography Seminar: A directed seminar in an area of cultural geography. The specific focus will depend upon research under way, community or student need, and the unique educational opportunity available. May be repeated for a maximum of six credit hours if course content changes. --- # GEOG 4993 — Special Problems in Geography Admission requires consent of department head. --- # GEOG 6893 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. --- # GEOL 1004 — Essentials of Earth Science Laboratory exercises will serve to enhance/support lecture topics. Laboratory work will stress the use of the scientific method of problem solving. This course is designed as a general education science requirement and for prospective elementary and middle level educators. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # GEOL 1014 — Physical Geology Laboratory exercises will serve to support/enhance lecture topics. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # GEOL 2001 — Seminar Participants will prepare oral and written reports and participate in discussions of the reports. Topics for the seminar will be determined by the instructors but will be subjects which are beyond the scope of other geology courses. --- # GEOL 2024 — Historical Geology A survey of the geological and biological history of the Earth through interpretation of the sedimentary rock record, fossils, paleo geographic maps, geologic maps, and cross-sections. Laboratory and field exercises enhance lecture subjects. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # GEOL 3001 — Seminar Participants will prepare oral and written reports and participate in discussions of the reports. Topics for the seminar will be determined by the instructors but will be subjects which are beyond the scope of other geology courses. --- # GEOL 3004 — Structural Geology A study and analysis of the structural features of the earth's crust. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. --- # GEOL 3014 — Mineralogy A study of crystallography, physical and chemical properties, origin, occurrence, and structure theory of minerals. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. --- # GEOL 3023 — Geologic Field Techniques Interpretation of aerial photographs; mensuration techniques using the Brunton compass, hand level, and Jacob's staff, measurement and description of stratigraphic sections; construction of and geologic maps; collecting, sampling, and collation procedures. Lecture/laboratory four hours. --- # GEOL 3044 — Geomorphology A study of land forms and the processes which shape the earth's surface. Special emphasis will be placed on slope forming and fluival processes. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours. --- # GEOL 3053 — Geology of Ore Deposits A study of the principal earth materials essential to local and national economies. Location, genesis, methods of extraction, and primary utilization and conservation are emphasized. --- # GEOL 3083 — Hydrogeology The earth's hydrologic system is studied in terms of both empirical and quantitative aspects of the steady-state condition of groundwater and its interaction with surface water, as well as transient behavior from the influence of wells. Basic water chemistry is also covered along with transport and fate of pollutants in groundwater. --- # GEOL 3124 — Invertebrate Paleontology A systematic study of invertebrate fossils and their geologic significance. Lecture laboratory six hours. --- # GEOL 3153 — Environmental Geology A study of the geological factors which influence the pollution of land, water, and biological resources; the role of rock and soil in the geobiological community; hydrology; land sliding and faulting in the human environment, natural resource problems; urban and land use planning based on geological data. --- # GEOL 3164 — Petrology A study of the classification, origin, geologic occurrence, physical and chemical properties of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours. --- # GEOL 3174 — Computer Applications in Geology Participants will focus on mastering common geotechnical, oil and gas, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software utilized throughout the geologic profession. Course will include techniques on GIS analysis; generating stratigraphic sections, cross-sections, structure contours, fence diagrams, rose diagrams, and other geologic documents; geologic data management. --- # GEOL 4001 — Seminar Topics for the seminar will be determined by the instructors but will be subjects which are beyond the scope of other geology courses. --- # GEOL 4006 — Field Geology A six week summer course of instruction in the use of geologic mapping instruments, interpretation of aerial photographs and their use in the construction of geologic maps, development of techniques necessary in geological field work, recognition and interpretation of geologic phenomena, and potentially in environmental evaluation. The course is offered through arrangements with various universities. Students have the option of picking the field camp that best meets their interest from a list of pre-approved camps. --- # GEOL 4023 — Principles of Stratigraphy and Sedimentation A study of sediments, sedimentary environments, and the stratigraphic relationships among sedimentary rock layers. --- # GEOL 4034 — Subsurface Geology A study of analytic procedures in selected topics in geophysics, well logging, and subsurface geological relationships. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. --- # GEOL 4044 — Geochemistry Primarily low-temperature geochemistry with some high-temperature geochemical principles: aqueous geochemistry (including carbonate equilibria), biogeochemical cycles, basic organic chemistry, thermodynamics, phase diagrams, major and trace-element geochemistry, stable and radiogenic isotopic geochemistry (as applied primarily to low-, but also to high-temperature geochemistry). Applications to fresh surface water, ground water, oceans, air (climate), interactions with solid rock, as well as geochemical evolution of the Earth. --- # GEOL 4433 — Advanced Topics in Geology Various advanced topics from any specialty area in geology. --- # GEOL 4434 — Advanced Topics in Geology Various advanced topics from any specialty area in geology. --- # GEOL 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Geology Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # GEOL 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Geology Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # GEOL 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Geology Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # GEOL 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Geology Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # GEOL 4991 — Special Problems in Geology Open to geology majors with the approval of the department head. --- # GEOL 4992 — Special Problems in Geology Open to geology majors with the approval of the department head. --- # GEOL 4993 — Special Problems in Geology Open to geology majors with the approval of the department head. --- # GEOL 4994 — Special Problems in Geology Open to geology majors with the approval of the department head. --- # GER 1013 — Beginning German I Training in the elements of German communication (speaking and writing) and comprehension (listening and reading) within a variety of cultural contexts. Three hours of applied class work and one hour of foreign language lab per week is required. --- # GER 1023 — Beginning German II Continued training in basic German communication (speaking and writing) and comprehension (listening and reading) skills to increase proficiency in the language within a variety of cultural contexts. Three hours of applied class work and one hour of foreign language lab per week is required. --- # GER 2013 — Intermediate German I Development of the language skills necessary for communication (speaking and writing) and comprehension (listening and reading) skills to increase proficiency in the language at the intermediate level within a variety of cultural contexts. Three hours of applied class work and one hour of foreign language lab per week is required. --- # GER 2023 — Intermediate German II Further development of the language skills necessary for communication (speaking and writing) and comprehension (listening and reading) skills to provide mastery of fundamental tools in a variety of cultural contexts. Three hours of applied class work and one hour of foreign language lab per week is required. --- # GER 3003 — Conversation and Composition I Development of advanced control of German communication and comprehension through conversation and composition based on analysis of authentic short texts and media. Three hours of applied course work. --- # GER 3013 — Conversation and Composition II Continuation of GER 3003 . Further development of advanced proficiency of German communication and comprehension through conversation and composition based on analysis of authentic short texts and media. Three hours of applied course work. --- # GER 3113 — Culture and Civilization Study of the geography, history, arts, institutions, customs, and contemporary life of the German speaking peoples. --- # GER 4991 — Special Problems in German Designed to provide advanced students with a course of study in an area not covered by departmental course offerings. --- # GER 4992 — Special Problems in German Designed to provide advanced students with a course of study in an area not covered by departmental course offerings. --- # GER 4993 — Special Problems in German Designed to provide advanced students with a course of study in an area not covered by departmental course offerings. --- # GER 4994 — Special Problems in German Designed to provide advanced students with a course of study in an area not covered by departmental course offerings. --- # HA 1011 — Sanitation Safety This course provides knowledge of food safety in the areas of food service and storage. The student will gain knowledge on safe food handling; receiving and storage through preparing and serving. This course will also analyze ethical considerations with regards to food and serving. ServSafe certification from the National Restaurant Association will result from successful completion of standardized exam. This course is graded Pass/Fail. --- # HA 1043 — Introduction to Hospitality Management The history and development of the hospitality industry which comprises food, lodging, and tourism management; an introduction to management principles; characteristics of hospitality industry, concepts used in the service industry, and career opportunities in the field. --- # HA 2043 — Lodging Operations Management I A survey of the lodging industry to include its history, growth and development, and future direction. Emphasis on front office procedures and interpersonal dynamics from reservations through the night audit. --- # HA 2053 — Work Experience Placement in selected hospitality settings as a student worker under professional guidance of both agency and faculty. Students are given the opportunity to take part in meaningful work experiences in actual work situations and managerial observation. Minimum of 200 clock hours of work experience. --- # HA 2063 — Guest Relations The analysis and development of guest relation skills including guest service, leadership, communication, training, problem solving, etiquette, and other aspects of guest relations. Lecture two (2) hours, lab minimum of four (4) hours. --- # HA 2073 — Introduction to Event Management This course will offer an introduction to the principles of event management. The student will learn how to formulate event strategies across a wide variety of contexts. The planning, development, management and implementation of events will be the focus of study. Opportunities for participation in on and off campus events will be an element of the course. --- # HA 2133 — Introduction to Travel and Tourism The introduction to travel and tourism, its components and relationship to the recreation and hospitality industry. The course will explore the current and future trends in travel and tourism and the effects on the economy, as well as the social and political impacts of travel and tourism. --- # HA 2203 — Casino Tourism Expanding casinos will create many jobs and provide millions of dollars in capital investment across Arkansas. This course is designed to introduce students to the fascinating and challenging fields of casinos and the impacts of tourism within the state, with an emphasis on Arkansas casinos. Students will explore career opportunities, trends, issues, and challenges facing the tourism, hospitality, and casino industries, as well as the impact of casinos. --- # HA 2813 — Basic Human Nutrition in Hospitality Administration Study of the relationship between nutrition and health as a basis for food choices of all ages; the application of nutrient functions in human life processes and cycles; how balanced eating promotes healthy lifestyles. Current concepts and controversies are highlighted. --- # HA 2881 — Special Topics Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to hospitality administration. --- # HA 2882 — Special Topics Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to hospitality administration. --- # HA 2883 — Special Topics Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to hospitality administration. --- # HA 2903 — Casino Operations focuses primarily on the operation and ownership of US commercial casinos, and the hotels attached to them as well as Native American gambling. A review of the historical development of gaming in America will be explored as well as how the industry has evolved to it's present form. Topics covered include organizational structure of a casino hotel, how it operates and how it makes a profit, an understanding of the different companies involved in owning casino hotels and the current issues facing these companies. In addition, a review of casino marketing strategies and player rating systems. St… --- # HA 2914 — Principles of Food Preparations Upon completion of this course the student should be able to demonstrate skills in basic cooking techniques and methods, recipe conversion, and professional food preparation and handling. Additionally, the student should be able to recognize and safely operate common foodservice equipment used in commercial kitchens and demonstrate proficient culinary knife skills. Lecture two (2) hours, lab minimum of four (4) hours. --- # HA 2991 — Special Problems Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to hospitality administration. --- # HA 2992 — Special Problems Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to hospitality administration. --- # HA 2993 — Special Problems Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to hospitality administration. --- # HA 3013 — Tourism Marketing This course provides the opportunity for students to be involved in the marketing and promotion of tourism. Application and case study opportunities provides students with a thorough understanding of marketing concepts and theories. --- # HA 3113 — Talent Acquisition and Management This course provides a strategic and tactical approach to staffing, recruiting, selection, placement, onboarding, and employee development within the tourism industry. --- # HA 3163 — Hospitality Technology This course provides a foundation in information technology (IT) and how it relates to everyday business computing in the hospitality industry. Topics include: fundamental IT concepts; understanding the issues related to systems selection, standardization and efficiency; integration or applications; and recognizing the importance of management information systems such as PMS and POS. --- # HA 3173 — Hospitality Managerial Accounting This course focuses on the use of accounting information for management decision making and control. Topics include product costing, budgeting, management decision making, and statement analysis. --- # HA 3183 — Catering and Event Management This course will focus on-site and off-site catering for social and business functions and event management for large-scale events, such as sporting events, festivals, and conferences. Topics to be discussed include organizational structure, product and service development, event planning and execution, staff and volunteer recruitment/training, and post-event analysis. --- # HA 4001 — Internship Preparation Preparation for the internship experience. This course is graded Pass/Fail. --- # HA 4023 — Hospitality Facilities Management and Design The fundamental principles of facilities planning, facilities management, and maintenance for all segments of the hospitality industry. Application principles in the preparation of a typical layout and design. --- # HA 4033 — Legal Aspects of Tourism This course provides a comprehensive overview of laws and regulations governing the tourism industry. Areas of emphasis include government regulations, employment, contractual agreements, insurance, property, safety and security, food and beverage management, and guest liability. --- # HA 4053 — Meetings and Conventions Management Planning, managing, amd execution of multiple events required. CVENT Certification will result upon successful completion of standardized exam. --- # HA 4063 — Beverage Management Selection, storage, and service of beverages with emphasis on controls, merchandising, pricing, history, social and legal concerns. Successful completion of standardized exam results in Serv Safe Alcohol certification from the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation. Lecture two hours, lab two hours. --- # HA 4073 — Hospitality Financial Analysis Accounting principles and procedures for the Hospitality Industry as an aid in management planning, decision making and control, financial statements, statement analysis, flow of funds, cash analysis, accounting concepts, cost accounting budgets, capital expenditures, and pricing decisions. --- # HA 4093 — Resort and Club Management An in-depth study of resorts and clubs with respect to their planning, development, organization, management, marketing, visitor characteristics, and environmental consequences. --- # HA 4114 — Internship Placement in selected agency settings as a student intern under professional guidance of both agency supervisor and faculty. Emphasis will be placed on application of classroom theory to agency requirements which fulfill student's individual career interest. No prior experience credit will be granted. Minimum of 400 clock hours during a minimum of 10 weeks of supervised internship is required. Student cannot document more than 40 hours of work experience per week. A written report is required within one week of internship completion. --- # HA 4203 — Hospitality Strategic Management This course focuses on analyzing, evaluating, and developing strategies internally and externally using a case-based approach. Strategic management draws upon all previously completed hospitality administration courses including: marketing, accounting, operations management, human resources, and technology. --- # HA 4881 — Advanced Special Topics Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to hospitality administration. --- # HA 4882 — Advanced Special Topics Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to hospitality administration. --- # HA 4883 — Advanced Special Topics Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to hospitality administration. --- # HA 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Hospitality Administration Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # HA 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Hospitality Administration Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # HA 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Hospitality Administration Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # HA 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Hospitality Administration Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # HA 4986 — Purchasing and Advanced Food Preparation This course provides for development and implementation of an effective food and non-food purchasing program and focuses on product identification, supplier selection, ordering, receiving, storing and issuing processes. Also, this course is designed to build knowledge and experience in quantity food production in a foodservice operation. Student should be able to demonstrate advanced level cooking techniques, recipe conversion, menu planning, professional food preparation and handling as well as managerial competencies. This course is one hour and 20 minutes of purchasing lecture, 50 minutes… --- # HA 4991 — Special Problems Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to hospitality administration. --- # HA 4992 — Special Problems Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to hospitality administration. --- # HA 4993 — Special Problems Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to hospitality administration. --- # HES 1002 — Physical Health and Fitness The course provides students with the opportunity to assess their current lifestyle and consider the possible consequences for the present and the future. The class provides a mechanism for change by actively involving the student in self- analysis and a trial exercise program. A grade of C or better is required for HPE majors. Two scheduled class meetings and two hours arranged. This is an activity course. No more than four hours of activity credit may be counted toward graduation. A student registering for an activities course in excess of these limits receives no credit for the additional… --- # HES 1003 — Introduction to Exercise Programming This course will introduce students to four components of fitness (muscular strength & endurance; cardiorespiratory endurance; flexibility; and body composition), the F.I.T.T. principle (Frequency - Intensity - Type - Time), basic physical adaptations, and basic strength & endurance exercises. Students will be taken through example applications of programming, led through programs by the instructor and tested on knowledge of basic programming knowledge. --- # HES 2003 — Field-Based Experience in Health and Exercise Science The class provides the prospective Wellness/Fitness professional with an opportunity to observe on-site a community-based wellness/fitness agency or business. A combination of classroom and on-site experiences will direct the student's focus to various aspects of commercial or institutional programs and services aimed at lifestyle enhancement. Specific lecture-class meetings and at least 30 hours of observation in an agency or business setting will be required. --- # HES 2013 — Weight Training for Personal Trainers, High School Athletics and Strength Coaching This course is designed to provide students with practical knowledge of the biomechanical variables, physiological adaptations and coaching methods for drills (i.e. cleans, snatches, front squats, bent over rows, etc.) that can be integrated into a weight training for the development of muscular strength, hypertrophy, and power. Coaching and teaching strategies will be discusses and practices that includes weight training safety, exercise technique assessment, testing, and programming methods. --- # HES 2023 — Endurance Programming and Conditioning This course is designed to provide students the opportunity to understand the various methods of coaching and teaching endurance focused exercises, activities, and programming. Basic endurance principles, techniques, and application of programming will meet the instructional needs of personal trainers, strength & conditioning coaches, and sport coaches. --- # HES 2043 — Applied Fitness Assessment and Development A survey and application of the knowledge and experiences in assessing and developing all components of physical fitness. --- # HES 3003 — Exercise Prescription A course designed to expose the student to the aspects of health-related and skill-related physical fitness, with particular attention given to prescribing exercise programs. Attention will be given to choosing appropriate fitness assessments, along with development of appropriate goals for clientele. --- # HES 3013 — Coaching Power, Speed, and Agility This course is designed to provide students with practical knowledge of the biomechanical variables, physiological adaptations and coaching methods for drills (i.e. plyometrics, springs, 5-10-5, etc.) that can be integrated into a strength and conditioning program for the improvement in athletic performance. --- # HES 3023 — Exercise Behavior and Adherence The course provides the student with the opportunity to learn about the components which impact exercise behaviors and adherence to physical exercise programs. Emphasis is placed on the identification of components which directly impact on personal motivation for the development of appropriate exercise behaviors, and the development of incentives which assist in adherence to health enhancement programs. --- # HES 4003 — Senior Seminar This course provides the advanced wellness/fitness major with a setting in which research and contemporary topics critical to the profession may be explored. The student will perform literature research, data gathering, and professional writing/presentation throughout the class. --- # HES 4012 — Health and Exercise Science Internship Twelve hour course. Intensive on-campus classroom exploration of professional principles and procedures used in the areas of health and fitness promotion for the first three weeks of the semester. The remaining portion of the semester is spent in a supervised full-time internship at a designated site. --- # HES 4013 — Health and Exercise Science Practicum This program is designed to expose majors to training in a community or corporate wellness setting. Students will organize, develop, market, and implement wellness programming for Arkansas Tech University students and employees. --- # HES 4023 — Principles of Strength and Conditioning This course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of strength and conditioning. Emphasis is placed on the exercise sciences (including anatomy, exercise physiology, and biomechanics) and nutrition, exercise technique, program design, organization and administration, and testing and evaluation. Additionally, this course is designed to prepare students for the nationally accredited Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification exam. --- # HES 4043 — Exercise Physiology Lab Laboratory experiences will apply to the concepts bioenergetics, fatigue, oxygen consumption, muscular performance, and cardiovascular functions. --- # HES 4053 — Biomechanics This course will involve the study, calculation, and understanding of the biomechanical principles that contribute to human movements, exercise, and athletics. Laboratory experiences of biomechanical principles through kinematic and kinetic analysis will facilitate advancement of the students understanding of human/athletic performance. --- # HES 4063 — Health and Fitness Programming The course is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to discover various methods employed in planning and implementing wellness and fitness programs in multiple settings. Special emphasis is placed on the administration of client-specific health enhancement programs designed for persons in corporate settings, fitness center clientele, and patients in physical rehabilitation. --- # HES 4991 — Special Problems in Health and Exercise Science Independent work on approved wellness science topics under the individual guidance of a faculty member. Admission requires the consent of the department head. --- # HES 4992 — Special Problems in Health and Exercise Science Independent work on approved wellness science topics under the individual guidance of a faculty member. Admission requires the consent of the department head. --- # HES 4993 — Special Problems in Health and Exercise Science Independent work on approved wellness science topics under the individual guidance of a faculty member. Admission requires the consent of the department head. --- # HIM 3023 — Introduction to Health Information Management A study of the history of health records, professional ethics, the functions of a health information department, retention of records, medical forms, health information practices, and responsibilities to healthcare administration, medical staff, and other medical professionals. --- # HIM 3033 — Basic Coding Principles An in depth study of the principles of disease and procedural coding using the ICD classification system. Areas emphasized during the course include: the purpose of coding, the definition of key terms, accurate application of coding principles, methods to assure quality data, and a review of the impact of prospective reimbursement on the function of coding. --- # HIM 3043 — Advanced Concepts in Health Information A study of such advanced concepts as quality improvement, utilization review, licensure and accreditation standards, medical staff, and interdisciplinary relationships. --- # HIM 3132 — Health Data and Statistics A study of the methods of recording diagnoses and operations by recognized systems of disease, procedural and pathological nomenclatures and classification systems, manual and computerized systems of indexing and abstracting, research and statistical techniques, and health information data handling. --- # HIM 3133 — Alternative Health Records A study of health record requirements in non- traditional settings such as cancer programs, ambulatory care facilities, mental health centers, and long term care facilities. --- # HIM 3153 — Current Issues in Health Information Management An in-depth study of the latest issues affecting the field of health information management. Specific topics will vary to reflect emerging trends in the health information field. --- # HIM 4034 — Advanced Coding Principles A continuation of HIM 3033 , dealing with advanced principles of coding using ICD and CPT. Experience with coding of health records as well as DRG grouping and the administrative aspects of coding will be emphasized. --- # HIM 4063 — Organization and Administration A study of the application of the principles of organization, administration, supervision, human relations, work methods, and organizational patterns in the health information department. The duties and relationships of the health information manager and the social forces affecting the department and current trends in hospital and medical care are investigated. --- # HIM 4073 — Legal Concepts for the Health Fields A study of the principles of law as applied to the health field. Consideration is given to the importance of health records as legal documents as well as a general introduction to the law, administration of the law, legal aspects of healthcare facility and medical staff organization, release of information, confidential communication and consents and authorizations. --- # HIM 4083 — Health Organization Trends A comprehensive review of the trends and changes in the healthcare field. Historical aspects of healthcare organization and governmental health agencies are reviewed. Emphasis is placed on current events in the healthcare arena. --- # HIM 4093 — Research in Health Information Management A study of the specific research methodology used in a health information management setting. Emphasis will be given to the evaluation and critique of scholarly work in the field. Formal presentation of research will also be a component of the course. --- # HIM 4153 — Principles of Disease An introduction to medical science, including the etiology, treatment and prognosis of various diseases. Emphasis is given to the medical information as viewed from the standpoint of a health information management professional. --- # HIM 4182 — Professional Practice Experience I An interactive course where the student will complete simulation exercises utilizing various health information software systems. Students will gain hands-on experience with technology that is used in the industry by health information professionals. --- # HIM 4203 — Healthcare Reimbursement This course covers the various systems used for reimbursement methods in a range of healthcare facility types. A review of the regulations and role of coding systems surrounding healthcare reimbursement will also be investigated. --- # HIM 4292 — Professional Practice Experience II A supervised learning experience through which the student learns to recognize the contribution of and learns to work with other professional and non professional personnel, learns to recognize and deal with personnel problems in a health information department. --- # HIM 4892 — Seminar in Health Information A seminar, utilizing the case method approach, on problem situations encountered in the field of health information management. This course includes discussion of problems that arise during their affiliation experience. --- # HIM 4895 — Affiliation Provides the student with a four-week management experience in the activities and responsibilities of the health information management professional. Augments theoretical instruction received during previous courses. Student is actively involved in the management process while under direct supervision of a qualified health information management professional. --- # HIM 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Health Information Management Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # HIM 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Health Information Management Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # HIM 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Health Information Management Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # HIM 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Health Information Management Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # HIM 4983 — Systems Analysis for Health Information Management A course designed to provide a detailed study of the relationship between health information management departments and computerized information systems. Students will learn from a variety of projects related directly to the clinical setting. --- # HIM 4991 — Special Problems in Health Information Management Open to health information management senior students only. The problems will vary to fit the needs of the student and reflect the continual changes in the allied health field. --- # HIM 4992 — Special Problems in Health Information Management Open to health information management senior students only. The problems will vary to fit the needs of the student and reflect the continual changes in the allied health field. --- # HIM 4993 — Special Problems in Health Information Management Open to health information management senior students only. The problems will vary to fit the needs of the student and reflect the continual changes in the allied health field. --- # HIM 4994 — Special Problems in Health Information Management Open to health information management senior students only. The problems will vary to fit the needs of the student and reflect the continual changes in the allied health field. --- # HIST 1503 — World History to 1500 The history of humanity from prehistoric times to the sixteenth century. --- # HIST 1513 — World History since 1500 The history of humanity from the sixteenth century to the present. --- # HIST 1543 — Honors World History to 1500 The history of humanity from prehistoric times to the sixteenth century with an emphasis on the critical analysis of primary source documents and the methods by which historians and other scholars interpret historical evidence. --- # HIST 1903 — Survey of American History . An overview of American history from the pre-colonial period to the present. --- # HIST 2003 — United States History to 1877 The study of the development of the American nation to the Civil War and Reconstruction Era. --- # HIST 2013 — United States History since 1877 The study of the development of the American nation since the Civil War and Reconstruction Era. --- # HIST 2023 — Religions of the World An examination of the major historical religions according to their basic scripture, their historical development, and their contemporary ideas and practices. --- # HIST 2043 — Honors United States History to 1877 History 2043 concentrates on the development of the American nation with emphasis upon the winning of independence, the origin of the Constitution, the rise of Jeffersonian Democracy, European influence up America, Jacksonian Democracy, westward expansion, the emergence of sectionalism, and the Civil War. --- # HIST 2153 — Introduction to Arkansas History An introductory course on the history of Arkansas. Lectures, discussions, and applied activities will be central to this course. --- # HIST 2203 — Introduction to Public History An introduction to the theory and disciplines of public history, including museum studies, historic preservation, archive and manuscript management, and historical editing. The course also explores the current theoretical and practical issues confronting public historians. --- # HIST 2513 — Sources and Methods in History This course is designed as an introduction to the field of historical research. This course introduces techniques and methods of historical research, basic historiography, bibliographical aids, and the study and writing of history. It is a hands-on course where students will use the skills learned to evaluate social science research. --- # HIST 3013 — Colonial America The European background, the settlement of British colonies, the development of provincial institutions, and the emergence of an American civilization in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. --- # HIST 3023 — The Era of the American Revolution The deterioration of empire relationships from 1763 to 1776, with an examination of the causes and consequences of the American Revolution and the post war problems leading to the establishment of a new government under the Constitution in 1789. --- # HIST 3033 — The Early American Republic The social, cultural, economic, and political climate in which Jeffersonian Jacksonian democracy developed. --- # HIST 3043 — Civil War and Reconstruction The social, political, economic, and intellectual backgrounds of the war; the military operations; analysis of Reconstruction. --- # HIST 3223 — Local and Oral History The course has two main, inter-related themes, local history and oral history. This course examines the nature and practice of local history and explores the various methods and approaches central to local history research. In addition, this course introduces students to the literature and theory of oral history and trains them in related fieldwork methodologies. --- # HIST 3243 — Archive and Manuscript Management An introduction to the administration of archival and manuscript collections in various types of institutions. This course explores the basic theoretical principles and archival practices of appraisal, acquisition, accessioning, arrangement, description, preservation, and user services. Topics will include: records management programs, collecting archives programs, legal and ethical issues, public programming and advocacy, and the impact of the new information technologies for preservation and access. --- # HIST 3273 — Digital History This is an experimental class, and has no official description other than it is a directed seminar in an area of social science. This class has been structured to focus on unique educational opportunities. --- # HIST 3313 — Colonial Latin America A survey of the political, economic, social and cultural aspects of Latin America to 1825. Emphasis is on cross-cultural accommodation and the role of indigenous, African, and European cultures in shaping Latin American development. --- # HIST 3323 — Modern Latin America A survey of the political, economic, social and cultural aspects of Latin America since 1825. Emphasis is on cultural values and structures from the colonial period, continuing patterns of authoritarianism, the struggle to establish democratic institutions, and Latin America's role in world affairs. --- # HIST 3413 — History of Classical Greece and Rome The origins and development of Classical civilization in ancient Greece, the rise of the Roman Republic, and the ascendancy and decline of the Roman Empire. --- # HIST 3423 — History of the Middle Ages, 300-1300 Decline of the ancient Roman civilization; rise, ascendancy, and decline of medieval civilization; emphasis upon the Christian church and the rise of national monarchies. --- # HIST 3433 — The Renaissance and European Expansion, 1300-1550 Fueled by a growing urban economy and despite the setbacks of the Black Death, Europeans during the Renaissance revived and adapted models of classical learning, created new forms of artistic and vernacular expression, forged national identities, opened up new trade routes, and encountered a New World. --- # HIST 3443 — The Reformation and Early Modern Europe, 1500-1688 A study of the social, political, intellectual and cultural impact of the Protestant Reformation, the Roman Catholic response, the sixteenth and seventeenth- century Wars of Religion, the development of confessional cultures, and the continued rise of the European nation-state in both its absolutist and constitutional forms. --- # HIST 3503 — Europe between the Wars, 1919-1939 A study of the changes in the political, cultural, intellectual, and social environments which characterized Europe during the period between the end of the First World War to the beginning of the Second World War. --- # HIST 3513 — Europe Since 1939 A study of the changes in the political, cultural, intellectual, and social environments which characterized Europe during the period between the beginning of the Second World War to the present. --- # HIST 3603 — History of Modern East Asia This course deals with the history of East Asia after 1800. The major stress is placed upon the history of China, Korea, and Japan. --- # HIST 3623 — History of Modern South Asia This course covers the history of South Asia from the 16th century until the present day, with a focus on India Pakistan, and Bangladesh. Prior knowledge of the region is not necessary. --- # HIST 3803 — History of the Middle East Political, social, and cultural survey of the history of the Middle East from the rise of Islam to modern times. --- # HIST 4013 — American Military History A study of the American military from its colonial origins to the present, including the development of the military establishment and its relationship with American society. --- # HIST 4033 — The Frontier in American History Study of the American frontier as a place, as a process, and as a state of mind influential in shaping institutions and attitudes during the expansion of this nation westward from Atlantic to Pacific. --- # HIST 4123 — African American History This course examines the unique role and contribution of African Americans in the overall development of American history from the colonial era to the present. Topics include African societies; black colonial life; the institution of slavery, and African American responses to slavery; the free black community; African American cultural, political, and economic development; issues of assimilation, separatism, and African American responses to institutional racism; the Civil Rights Movement, and recent developments. --- # HIST 4133 — Latinos in the United States This course is an analysis of the historical and cultural heritage of Latinos who have lived or are currently living in the United States. This course includes the colonial origins of Latino groups and their general migration patterns to the United States. This course also explores the development of Latino communities as well as the relationship between Latinos and social institutions. --- # HIST 4143 — Native American History A survey of Native American history from the Archaic period to the present. This course will present an interpretation of the historical experience of the various nations native to North America utilizing an ethno- historical approach. Some emphasis will be placed on the formation and operation of United States government policy regarding Native Americans in both the 19th and 20th centuries. --- # HIST 4153 — History of Arkansas A study of the history of Arkansas from prehistoric times to the present, noting political, social, economic, and cultural trends. --- # HIST 4203 — Women in American History A treatment of women in Western and American social history in their lifestyles and economic and family roles. --- # HIST 4213 — Southern Women's History A social history of the lives of women in the American South from approximately 1700 to the present which examines their lifestyles, economic, and family roles. This study includes, but is not limited to, experiences of Arkansas women. --- # HIST 4233 — American Political Thought The background and development of American political ideas from the colonial period to the present. Emphasis is placed on colonial political theory, the Founding, conflict and consensus prior to the Civil War, the response to industrialization, the rise of the positive state, nationalism, the New Left and New Right, and current trends. --- # HIST 4293 — Historic Preservation Upper-level survey of historic preservation in the United States. Course examines the theory, philosophy, and methods of maintaining the culture of the past. An introduction to the wide range of ideas underpinning the practice of preservation is covered through readings, discussions, presentations, class projects and field trips. --- # HIST 4403 — Interpretation/Education through Museum Methods Museum perspectives and approaches to care and interpretation of cultural resources, including interpretive techniques of exhibit and education outreach materials, and integrating museum interpretation/education into public school and general public programming. Class projects focus on special problems for managing interpretive materials in a museum setting. --- # HIST 4503 — History of Christianity A study of Christianity, from its beginnings to the present day, focusing especially on ancient Mediterranean, medieval European, and modern American Christian traditions. Emphasis will be on the interaction between individual beliefs, group identity, and institutional forces, how each have been shaped by broader social, political and cultural contexts, and finally how these interactions have resulted in profound changes for the Christian religion. --- # HIST 4714 — Social Studies Methods for Secondary Teachers A course in subject-matter applications for secondary teacher education candidates (grades 7-12) in social studies. The course will incorporate a variety of instructional models, activities, and examples, as well as the integration of traditional and non-traditional resource materials. --- # HIST 4813 — World War II A study of World War II, 1939 through 1945, in its origins and spread through world theaters. --- # HIST 4951 — Undergraduate Research in History Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # HIST 4952 — Undergraduate Research in History Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # HIST 4953 — Undergraduate Research in History Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # HIST 4954 — Undergraduate Research in History Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # HIST 4963 — Senior Seminar Course content will cover a directed seminar in specified American or European History. Research techniques will be emphasized. --- # HIST 4971 — Internship A supervised placement in selected agency settings in student/ trainee status under professional guidance of both an agency supervisor and a faculty member. Emphasis will be on providing hands-on experience in research, editing, cultural management, public service, or some other area related to the discipline. Written report required and minimum of 100 clock hours of supervision required per credit hour. --- # HIST 4972 — Internship A supervised placement in selected agency settings in student/ trainee status under professional guidance of both an agency supervisor and a faculty member. Emphasis will be on providing hands-on experience in research, editing, cultural management, public service, or some other area related to the discipline. Written report required and minimum of 100 clock hours of supervision required per credit hour. --- # HIST 4973 — Internship A supervised placement in selected agency settings in student/ trainee status under professional guidance of both an agency supervisor and a faculty member. Emphasis will be on providing hands-on experience in research, editing, cultural management, public service, or some other area related to the discipline. Written report required and minimum of 100 clock hours of supervision required per credit hour. --- # HIST 4974 — Internship A supervised placement in selected agency settings in student/ trainee status under professional guidance of both an agency supervisor and a faculty member. Emphasis will be on providing hands-on experience in research, editing, cultural management, public service, or some other area related to the discipline. Written report required and minimum of 100 clock hours of supervision required per credit hour. --- # HIST 4975 — Internship A supervised placement in selected agency settings in student/ trainee status under professional guidance of both an agency supervisor and a faculty member. Emphasis will be on providing hands-on experience in research, editing, cultural management, public service, or some other area related to the discipline. Written report required and minimum of 100 clock hours of supervision required per credit hour. --- # HIST 4976 — Internship A supervised placement in selected agency settings in student/ trainee status under professional guidance of both an agency supervisor and a faculty member. Emphasis will be on providing hands-on experience in research, editing, cultural management, public service, or some other area related to the discipline. Written report required and minimum of 100 clock hours of supervision required per credit hour. --- # HIST 4983 — History Seminar A directed seminar in an area of historical study. The specific focus will depend upon research under way, community or student need, and the unique educational opportunity available. --- # HIST 4991 — Special Problems in History A course for majors and minors only. --- # HIST 4992 — Special Problems in History A course for majors and minors only. --- # HIST 4993 — Special Problems in History A course for majors and minors only. --- # HIST 4994 — Special Problems in History A course for majors and minors only. --- # HIST 5123 — African American History This course examines the unique role and contribution of African Americans in the overall development of American history from the colonial era to the present. Topics include African societies; black colonial life; the institution of slavery, and African American responses to slavery; the free black community; African American cultural, political, and economic development; issues of assimilation, separatism, and African American responses to institutional racism; the Civil Rights Movement, and recent developments. --- # HIST 5153 — History of Arkansas A study of the history of the state from Indian times to the present, noting political, social, economic, and cultural trends. --- # HIST 5203 — Women in American History A treatment of women in Western and American social history in their lifestyles and economic and family roles. --- # HIST 5983 — Social Science Seminar A directed seminar in an area of social sciences. The specific focus will depend upon research under way, community of student need, and the unique educational opportunity available. Course requires the production of substantial written work based upon disciplined inquiry and the exploration and analysis of primary and secondary sources. Subtitle will appear on students' transcripts. --- # HIST 6003 — Introduction to Graduate Study of History General methods of and approaches to historical research and writing, including an introduction to historiography. Students will become familiar with basic tools of historical research and professional discipline. Course requires the individual production of a substantial research paper based upon disciplined inquiry an the exploration and analysis of primary and secondary sources. --- # HIST 6013 — Research Seminar in United States History An investigation of selected topics in American history. Course requires the individual production of a substantial research paper based upon disciplined inquiry and the exploration and analysis of primary and secondary sources. Content varies by semester. Alternate subtitles will appear on students' transcripts. --- # HIST 6033 — Readings in United States History A readings course in selected topics in American history. Course acquaints students with primary and/or secondary interpretations of the historical period addressed during the semester. Course requires the completion of extensive and wide-ranging reading assignments and the production of substantial written work on the course topic. Content varies by semester. Alternate subtitles will appear on students' transcripts. --- # HIST 6053 — Historiography Seminar in the analysis of works of important historians from ancient time to the present, with consideration of schools, theories, philosophies, and functions of history. Course requires the completion of extensive and wide-ranging reading assignments and the production of substantial written work. --- # HIST 6403 — Applied Public History Directed utilization of archives and museums, historical editing and publishing, documentary editing, family and community history, material culture, and historic site interpretation, preservation, and management. Areas of emphasis varies by semester. Alternate subtitles will appear on students' transcripts. --- # HIST 6413 — Research Seminar in Modern European History An investigation of selected topics in modern European history. Course requires the individual production of a substantial research paper based upon disciplined inquiry and the exploration and analysis of primary and secondary sources. Content varies by semester. Alternate subtitles will appear on students' transcripts. --- # HIST 6433 — Readings in Modern European History A readings course in selected topics in modern European history. Course requires the completion of extensive and wide-ranging reading assignments and the production of substantial written work on the course topic. Content varies by semester. Alternate subtitles will appear on students' transcripts. --- # HIST 6533 — Research Seminar in World History An investigation of selected topics in world history. Course requires the individual production of a substantial research paper based upon disciplined inquiry and the exploration and analysis of primary and secondary sources. Content varies by semester. Alternate subtitles will appear on students' transcripts. --- # HIST 6543 — Readings in World History A readings course in selected topics in world history. Course acquaints students with primary and/or secondary interpretations of the historical period addressed during the semester. Course requires the completion of extensive and wide-ranging reading assignments and the production of substantial written work on the course topic. Content varies by semester. Alternate subtitles will appear on students' transcripts. --- # HIST 6883 — Workshop Course which allows flexibility of topic, structure, and credit hours to enable faculty to design content according to program needs. Open to graduate students who wish to pursue in-depth advanced projects. Course requires the completion of extensive and wide-ranging reading assignments and the production of substantial written work on the course topic. The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours per credit hour. --- # HIST 6891 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the graduate History program. Course requires the completion of extensive and wide-ranging reading assignments and the production of substantial written work on the course topic. Students are limited to a maximum of six (6) hours of independent study credit. --- # HIST 6892 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the graduate History program. Course requires the completion of extensive and wide-ranging reading assignments and the production of substantial written work on the course topic. Students are limited to a maximum of six (6) hours of independent study credit. --- # HIST 6893 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the graduate History program. Course requires the completion of extensive and wide-ranging reading assignments and the production of substantial written work on the course topic. Students are limited to a maximum of six (6) hours of independent study credit. --- # HIST 6894 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the graduate History program. Course requires the completion of extensive and wide-ranging reading assignments and the production of substantial written work on the course topic. Students are limited to a maximum of six (6) hours of independent study credit. --- # HIST 6991 — Thesis/Portfolio Research Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. --- # HIST 6992 — Thesis/Portfolio Research Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. --- # HIST 6993 — Thesis/Portfolio Research Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. --- # HIST 6994 — Thesis/Portfolio Research Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. --- # HIST 6995 — Thesis/Portfolio Research Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. --- # HIST 6996 — Thesis/Portfolio Research Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. --- # HIT 1103 — Health Data Content and Structures The student will be introduced to the history of the health record, professional ethics, the function of the health information department, and to the organizational structure of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Exploration of the systems and processes for collecting, maintaining and disseminating primary and secondary health-related information including consent of the health record, documentation requirements, registries, indices, licensing, regulatory agencies, and forms. --- # HIT 1203 — Information Systems in Healthcare The purpose of this course is to provide students with knowledge and understanding of the various computer applications and information systems that are encountered in health information departments including the use of hardware and software in data collection, storage, analysis, and reporting. This course will also cover confidentiality and security measures to protect the electronic health record (EHR) as well as the importance of data quality, entry, integrity, and reliability. --- # HIT 1213 — Legal Aspects of Health Information The student will be introduced to the principles of law affecting health information with an emphasis on the health record as a legal document. This course will provide an exposure to the American legal system, legal terminology, and statutes. Confidentiality and security of health information is addressed as are HIPAA regulations. Some other topics that will be discussed will include American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), electronic health record, Federal Trade Commission's Red Flag Rules, informed consent, response to subpoenas, living wills, and organ donation. --- # HIT 1233 — Pharmacology This course is a basic introduction to the general concepts of pharmacology including use of drug references, principles of drug action and interaction, and drug administration. This course includes specific body systems and diseases and therapeutic drug applications to these body systems. --- # HIT 2103 — Disease Processes Coverage of the nature of diseases and human conditions. Includes signs and symptoms, etiology, treatment, and prognosis of various diseases. --- # HIT 2213 — Healthcare Delivery Systems A study of health record requirements such as documentation requirements, medical office procedures, accrediting agencies, and regulatory requirements in a nontraditional setting such as cancer registries, long term care, home health, hospice, mental health, dental care and rehabilitation. Terminology associated with healthcare delivery systems will be defined and current trends with healthcare delivery examined. --- # HIT 2233 — Healthcare Analytics General principles of healthcare statistics with an emphasis in hospital statistics including definitions, sources, methods for collection and reporting, and analysis techniques to determine significance, reliability, validity, and/or manipulation. --- # HIT 2243 — Diagnostic (ICD-10-CM) Coding This course is highly recommended to not be taken together with Procedural Coding. Introduces the student to the concepts of coding medical conditions and procedures. The student will gain entry-level proficiency in the techniques of coding using the ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS (International Classification of Diseases, 10th revision, Clinical Modification) systems. --- # HIT 2253 — Healthcare Reimbursement Methodologies This course will examine the complex financial systems within the health care industry. The student will gain a thorough knowledge of the diverse reimbursement methodologies utilized throughout the governmental and private insurance entities with application through: (1) case studies and (2) information systems integrated into the course work. Ozark Allied Health fee: $93. --- # HIT 2323 — Procedural (CPT) Coding This course is highly recommended not to be taken together with Diagnostic Coding. Introduces the student to the concepts of coding medical procedures in the physician's office. The student will gain entry-level proficiency in the techniques of coding using the Concurrent Procedural Terminology (CPT) system. --- # HIT 2333 — Healthcare Management This course provides students with an overview of concepts and issues related to healthcare leadership. Through the examination of management topics and healthcare situations, the student will explore the skills and knowledge needed to be successful in a diverse healthcare environment. Topics include healthcare leadership, organizational design as it relates to the uniqueness of healthcare organizations, managing professionals, and diversity in the workplace. Ozark Allied Health fee: $93. --- # HIT 2343 — Advanced Coding This course is designed so that the student having mastered basic coding may now progress to implementing higher level coding and understands how coding impacts not only the immediate revenues of their facility but also healthcare in general. --- # HIT 2903 — Professional Practice Experience A supervised field-based learning experience in a healthcare environment that combines study, observation, and professional experience. Enables students to apply educational, leadership, and communication concepts and theories in a practical context and to enhance professional knowledge and skills, experience the structure and dynamics of health information services, and to establish a network for future employment opportunities. PPE requires 120 hours of on-site experience and 15 lecture hours in the classroom. --- # HLED 1513 — Lifetime Health and Fitness The course is designed to motivate students toward an individual responsibility for their health status and an improved quality of life. An introspective study of personal lifestyle behavior is encouraged. The interrelationship of the multi causal factors which directly affect health status and the various dimensions of personal health are addressed. --- # HLED 3203 — Consumer Health Programs A study of current health services and the products offered by health providers to the health consumer and an examination of various diseases and disorders. --- # HLED 4303 — Methods and Materials in Health for Grades K-12 Exploration of teaching methods and strategies, use of school and community resources, and evaluation related to teaching health in grades K 12. --- # HLED 4403 — Sport and Exercise Nutrition A health education course which is designed to familiarize students with food as it relates to optimal health and performance. Focus is on nutrition as it affects the physical work capacity of humans from resting states to high output performance. --- # HONR 1003 — Honors Inquiry and Dialogue An introductory course to the honors program, teamwork and multidisciplinary problem solving. --- # HONR 2000 — Honors Civic Engagement University Honors Scholars are required to complete a minimum of ten (10) service hours each semester of their sophomore year. --- # HONR 3000 — Honors Peer Support Honors students engage in guided peer support activities that promote academic success and build leadership and communication skills. --- # HONR 3511 — Honors Advanced Special Topics Students explore timely or emerging topics through interdisciplinary study and discussion. Topics may vary by semester. May be repeated for credit. --- # HONR 3512 — Honors Advanced Special Topics Students explore timely or emerging topics through interdisciplinary study and discussion. Topics may vary by semester. May be repeated for credit. --- # HONR 3513 — Honors Advanced Special Topics Students explore timely or emerging topics through interdisciplinary study and discussion. Topics may vary by semester. May be repeated for credit. --- # HONR 4021 — Honors College Research Students explore an interdisciplinary research topic. Topics vary by semester. May be repeated for credit. --- # HONR 4022 — Honors College Research Students explore an interdisciplinary research topic. Topics vary by semester. May be repeated for credit. --- # HONR 4023 — Honors College Research Students explore an interdisciplinary research topic. Topics vary by semester. May be repeated for credit. --- # HONR 4090 — Senior Honors Presentation During the spring semester of each year, Honors Seniors will present the results of their senior honors project at the Senior Honors Symposium. --- # HONR 4093 — Senior Honors Project A team or individual independent research project will be completed. Projects will include some aspect of academic investigation appropriate to the subject area chosen. Presentation of project findings at annual Senior Honors Symposium will be required. --- # HS 1113 — Introduction to Human Services This course provides an introductory knowledge of the human services profession. Students will be introduced to the concepts and frameworks that define the human service profession. The historical development and legislative influences of the profession will be explored. The nature of the helping process will be addressed. An overview of the human service delivery systems and organizations will be reviewed. Professional values, skills, and ethics will be presented. The range and types of populations served by human services will be discussed. Additionally, human service professional roles, mu… --- # HS 1123 — Communication and Interviewing A practical course focusing on the knowledge and skills of the helping process. Students will develop the helping skills needed for entry-level workers in human services settings. Emphasis will be on the practical application of interviewing, basic counseling communication, and case management skills. The components of interpersonal communications and interviewing techniques are studied with a particular focus on giving and receiving information in the interview setting. Helping skills for diverse populations will be presented. Professional ethics within the helping process will be explored. --- # HS 1213 — Skills and Theories in Human Services Students will further develop basic communication and interventive interviewing skills using a multi-theoretical counseling model. Communication and interpersonal interaction skills are emphasized. Observation, listening, and problem-solving skills will be addressed. Students will learn how to use appropriate communication and interventions with diverse populations. Students will apply basic counseling communication skills within a technology environment. An overview of counseling theories will be presented. Professional ethics will be reviewed. Students will provide 15 hours of basic counsel… --- # HS 1223 — Systems, Processes, and Case Management Provides specific training on the process and implementation of case management: communication, accurate chart development, disarming anger, and cultural considerations, from intake and assessment to referrals and termination. Students practice each step of the case management process, with realistic exercises drawn from active professionals to reflect a broad range of difficulties. Students receive Mandated Reporter training during this course. Ethical case management practices are emphasized. 15 hours of volunteering at a human services agency is required. --- # HS 2113 — Cultural Representation The course will focus on the historical, cultural, medical and psychological perspectives for supporting individuals from varied backgrounds and with differences in relation to conditions in community settings. Distinctions will include, but are not limited to,background and lived experience, religious background, disability, age, mental illness, criminal history, socioeconomic status or substance use. Emphasis will be placed on transition issues, self-determination and empowerment, and community life and integration. Legislative and administrative factors, as well as ethical issues will be p… --- # HS 2123 — Group Processes A practical skills course which focuses on the concepts of group process and the skills in designing and conducting therapeutic groups. An overview of group theory and the application of the theoretical framework in conducting groups will be presented. Students will develop, conduct, and evaluate outcomes of group sessions for a variety of group settings. Group leadership skills and diversity competencies will be developed. Leadership interventions and ethical issues in group settings will be explored. --- # HS 2213 — Management of Human Service Agencies Provides an overview of the human services agency from the management perspective. Organizational theories are discussed. Purposes and functions of management are explored. Components of management, including environment, marketing, planning, designing, managing, financing, and evaluating, are discussed. Attention is focused on current and future trends within delivery systems and their impact on management and administrative policy. Legal and ethical issues are addressed within the context of resource management. --- # HS 2223 — Fieldwork I Students will be given experiences at a human services agency to apply the knowledge, values, concepts, and skills of the human services profession. The student will complete 125 hours with a minimum of 16 hours per week under the direct supervision of the agency's personnel. Under direct supervision, students will observe and participate in the basic procedures and routines with the client and the agency system. Emphasis will focus on the student's professional growth in self-awareness, direct service, interpersonal communication, interviewing skills, and the introduction to the human servic… --- # HS 2233 — Fieldwork II Students will be given experiences at a human services agency to apply the knowledge, values, concepts, and skills of the human services profession. The student will complete 125 hours with a minimum of 16 hours per week under the supervision of the agency's personnel. With minimal supervision, students will observe and participate in the helping process with clients and within the policies and procedures of the agency system. Emphasis will focus on the student's professional growth in self-awareness, interpersonal communication, interviewing skills, case management, advocacy, crisis manageme… --- # HSCI 1002 — Phlebotomy Practicum This course is taught through laboratory, and clinical experiences. Students will learn to perform a variety of blood collection methods using proper techniques and precautions including vacuum collection devices, syringes, capillary skin puncture, butterfly needles, and finger sticks or heel sticks for young children and infants. Non-blood specimen collection practices are also covered. Internship/Practicum. Ozark Malpractice Fee: $16; Ozark Allied Health Fee: $62. --- # HSCI 1004 — Phlebotomy Highly encouraged to already have taken Medical Terminology and Human Anatomical Structure or have previous knowledge of the cardiovascular system. Students will learn how to prepare the blood collection site; choose the proper collection tools; and handle the transportation, processing and management of collected samples. Emphasis will be placed on infection prevention, proper patient identification, proper labeling of specimens, and quality assurance for proper laboratory procedures and in order to avoid contamination or infection of yourself and others. Medical and legal ethics as they rel… --- # HSCI 1113 — Medical Terminology is the study of the language of medical words that relate to the body systems, anatomical structures, and medical processes and procedures. This course includes medical word construction, definitions, spellings, and the use of terms in the medical field. --- # HSCI 1123 — Human Anatomical Structure I This course is the first in a two semester sequence that covers the basic structure and function of human organ systems including mechanisms of homeostasis. The course presents concepts which will assist in the development of basic understanding of internal relationships within the human body. Specific topics include: body organization, basic biochemistry, cell biology, tissues, the integumentary, special senses, lymphatic, digestive and reproductive systems. --- # HSCI 1243 — Human Anatomical Structure II This course is the second in a two semester sequence that covers the basic structure and function of human organ systems including mechanisms of homeostasis. The course presents concepts which will assist in the development of basic understanding of internal relationships within the human body. Specific topics include: skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, blood, cardiovascular, respiratory and urinary systems. --- # HSCI 1254 — Patient Care Technician This course prepares students for the Patient Care Technician (PCT)- Direct Care Worker role in health care settings. Emphasis is on the knowledge and skills needed by the PCT to provide quality basic care in a healthcare agency or independent assistance to patients in the home setting under the supervision of registered nurses. Basic nursing and home health care, safety, infection control, emergency situations, and issues related to nursing practice are introduced. This course includes classroom instruction and campus laboratory skills practice. --- # HUM 5433 — Seminar in Humanities The specific content will depend on research under way, community or student need, and the unique educational opportunity available. --- # INFT 5053 — Information Systems Resource Management A study of the principles and concepts involved in the management of information resources including hardware, software and personnel. Includes coverage of departmental functions within computer/ information services as well as legal, ethical, and professional issues, quality management, and strategic impact of information system. --- # INFT 5103 — Python Programming An comprehensive introduction to programming using the Python language. Students will learn fundamental programming concepts, syntax, and good coding practices, including variables, data types, control structures, functions, file I/O, and object-oriented programming. Through hands-on assignments and projects, students will gain proficiency in problem-solving, data manipulation, analysis debugging and troubleshooting, and visualization using Python libraries. --- # INFT 5113 — Artificial Intelligence A comprehensive overview of general concepts and AI history; development and exposure to different artificial intelligence systems; planning, learning, and reasoning techniques; machine learning methods; Python programming language, and Prolog programming language. --- # INFT 5203 — Database Systems An introduction to database systems where students will gain a thorough understanding of database software package development for microcomputer applications. Topics include how to design, implement, and access a personal database. Entity relationship diagrams are emphasized in design. The use of macros, data conversion operations, linking, and complex selection operations are used in implementation. --- # INFT 5213 — Information Systems Risk Management This course provides an overview for Information Security and Assurance to allow students to understand the key issues associated with protecting information assets, determining the levels of protection and response to security incidents, and designing a consistent, reasonable information security system, with appropriate intrusion detection and reporting features. --- # INFT 5233 — Legal Issues in Cybersecurity This course will provide a high-level explanation of the legal issues governing the authorized conduct of cyber operations and the use of related tools, techniques, technology and data. Both international and U.S. laws that operations in cyberspace must by complying, will be introduced. --- # INFT 5303 — Developing and Administering Web Sites An introduction to developing and administering websites. Topics include the world wide web, web browsers, and web servers. Students will develop web pages using HTML/CSS while also addressing security, screening, and privacy issues. --- # INFT 5403 — Introduction to Information Technology and Systems Introduction to the infrastructure of information technology and systems. Topics include computer hardware and software, communication and networks, databases, e-commerce technology, design and development of information systems, information security, privacy, ethics, and social impact. --- # INFT 5413 — Computer Systems and Architecture A study of the fundamentals of system software and computer architecture. The course includes an introduction to the basic foundation of processor operation, memory hierarchy, bus and I/O systems along with their interactions. RISC and CISC instructions sets, fundamental networking terminology and implementation strategies, and an introduction to basic digital logic design. --- # INFT 5503 — The UNIX Operating System In-depth study of the Unix operating system, focusing on both its theoretical and practical aspects. The course covers the principles, architecture, commands, and tools of Unix, with an emphasis on Unix security. Students will gain a deep understanding of the principles and techniques involved in managing and securing Unix systems. --- # INFT 5603 — Principles of Data Science Introduction to data science, data preprocessing and exploratory analysis, data visualization, mathematical foundations for data science (mathematics/calculus, linear algebra, probability, and statistics), Python programming language, data science frameworks and ecosystems, linear and nonlinear regression, unsupervised learning, clustering methods, dimensionality reduction, supervised learning, classification methods, ensemble methods and association analysis, neural networks, introduction to deep learning, big data and Hadoop ecosystem, anomaly/outlier detection, ethics in data science. --- # INFT 5700 — Principles of Networking Lab Students will complete network lab exercises in support of INFT 5703 . --- # INFT 5703 — Principles of Networking An introduction to the concepts of computer data communication networks. Topics include an introduction to network topologies, routing, protocols, infrastructure, security, and troubleshooting tools. --- # INFT 5803 — Principles of Cybersecurity An introduction to the principles of cybersecurity where students will help learn how to protect networks, devices, and data from unauthorized access and ensure confidentiality, integrity, availability, and authentication of information. This course introduces the fundamental principles of cybersecurity. Those topics include risk management, network security, end users training and awareness, incident management, data privacy and security, and malware prevention. A balance between theory and current practices will be discussed. --- # INFT 5981 — Special Topics A treatment of subjects not routinely covered in other courses. Subjects will vary. --- # INFT 5982 — Special Topics A treatment of subjects not routinely covered in other courses. Subjects will vary. --- # INFT 5983 — Special Topics A treatment of subjects not routinely covered in other courses. Subjects will vary. --- # INFT 6013 — Decision Support Systems This course enables students to acquire a broad understanding of management information systems and their components and the use of data and analysis models to aid the process of making decisions. --- # INFT 6103 — Advanced Python Programming Students will learn how to build advanced-level applications and projects using Python programming. By leveraging Python's built-in capabilities and following industry best practices, students will develop proficiency in the language and gain the skills needed to create practical and functional software solutions. --- # INFT 6203 — Database Development and Administration Advanced training in database development and administration where students will receive a thorough introduction to accessing and maintaining a database via programming interface. Topics include database administration features of SQL and the installation and tuning of a database. --- # INFT 6303 — Design of Web-Based Information Systems An advanced course in web development using modern scripting languages such as JavaScript. --- # INFT 6403 — Information Security Systems Analysis and Design Covers concepts, principles, and tools for designing secure information systems. Students will learn about the latest cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities that may affect information systems, and how to address these challenges during system design. Topics covered will include secure coding practices, encryption techniques, access control mechanisms, security testing, and incident response planning. --- # INFT 6603 — Advanced Data Science and Machine Learning This course is a continuation of the INFT 5603 Principles of Data Science course where students will be introduced to advanced topics in this important area of IT. Topics covered in this course will vary due to the ever-changing nature of technology. In general, students will be exposed to information theoretic learning, review of numerical analysis/computation and optimization theory for data science, reinforcement learning, classification methods, recurrent neural networks, clustering methods, feature selection, computer vision for machine learning, deep learning, recommender systems, conve… --- # INFT 6700 — Advanced Networks Lab Students will complete network lab exercises in support of INFT 6703 . --- # INFT 6703 — Advanced Networks An advanced study of computer networking concepts and technologies. The course covers the principles, protocols, architectures, and emerging trends in computer networks, with a focus on modern technologies and network security. --- # INFT 6803 — Advanced Cybersecurity An advanced course in cybersecurity covering a wide range of concepts. Topics include web and network basics, cryptography, hacking, packet analysis, and pen testing. Additional topics include social engineering, cyber countermeasures, incident response and mitigation, digital forensics, counter surveillance, security the loT, and AI in cybersecurity are also discussed. --- # INFT 6903 — Emerging Trends Study of emerging trends in information technology. Analyzing and reporting on these trends. --- # INFT 6973 — Thesis Research in Information Technology I Formal presentation of directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. Prior to the final defense of a written thesis, students will be required to present their research study in a seminar to faculty, staff, and other students. --- # INFT 6983 — Thesis Research in Information Technology II A continuation of the six-hour thesis research. Students may not enroll in this course with INFT 6991 -3 in the same semester. In this course the degree candidate must submit his/her thesis to the thesis committee by the date established by the thesis committee. A final oral defense conducted by the thesis committee must be passed at least three weeks before the degree is conferred. --- # INFT 6991 — Internship A supervised, practical experience providing graduate information technology majors with hands-on professional experience in a position relating to an area of career interests. The student will work with an advisor to have a site approved by the graduate program director prior to course enrollment. During the internship, the student will submit regular reports regarding their internship experience, as well as an internship summary report at the end of the term. --- # INFT 6992 — Internship A supervised, practical experience providing graduate information technology majors with hands-on professional experience in a position relating to an area of career interests. The student will work with an advisor to have a site approved by the graduate program director prior to course enrollment. During the internship, the student will submit regular reports regarding their internship experience, as well as an internship summary report at the end of the term. --- # INFT 6993 — Internship A supervised, practical experience providing graduate information technology majors with hands-on professional experience in a position relating to an area of career interests. The student will work with an advisor to have a site approved by the graduate program director prior to course enrollment. During the internship, the student will submit regular reports regarding their internship experience, as well as an internship summary report at the end of the term. --- # INT 1011 — Work-Based Learning Internship I Work-Based Learning Internship provides concurrent (high school) students a field-based learning experience that combines academic and technical application in a work setting. Students will have the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills at a workplace where they will gain academic and work experience which will enhance their employability. --- # INT 1021 — Work-Based Learning Internship II A continuation of INT 1011 . Work-Based Learning Internship provides concurrent (high school) students a field-based learning experience that combines academic and technical application in a work setting. Students will have the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills at a workplace where they will gain academic and work experience which will enhance their employability. --- # INT 1031 — Work-Based Learning Internship III A continuation of INT 1021 . Work-Based Learning Internship provides concurrent (high school) students a field-based learning experience that combines academic and technical application in a work setting. Students will have the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills at a workplace where they will gain academic and work experience which will enhance their employability. --- # INT 2903 — Internship is a field-based learning experience that combines study, observation, and professional experience. The purpose of the internship is to provide an opportunity for students to apply educational, leadership, and communication concepts and theories in a practical context and to provide the student with the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills deemed desirable for a career in their chosen field. --- # INT 2904 — Internship is a field-based learning experience that combines study, observation, and professional experience. The purpose of the internship is to provide an opportunity for students to apply educational, leadership, and communication concepts and theories in a practical context and to provide the student with the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills deemed desirable for a career in their chosen field. --- # IPBL 1993 — Introduction to Local to Global Perspectives This course introduces topics from a local to a global perspective using an interdisciplinary approach. This course encourages self-exploration and prepares the learner to explore and experience environments. --- # IPBL 4893 — Collaborative Solutions This is a problem-solving course in which students from a variety of disciplines will be engaged in a high impact exercise of exploring a contemporary problem and proposing a solution. Each year the contemporary problem to be explored will change. --- # JOUR 1023 — Exploration of Media and Communication This course offers an overview of the modern communication and media landscape. Students will explore and be exposed to the different avenues that a professional life in communication and media may take, such as journalism, social media, public relations, film making and broadcasting. In addition, students will examine the deeper knowledge of communication ranging from theory, crisis communication, rhetoric and interpersonal communication. --- # JOUR 1163 — Basic Digital Photography , an introduction to the medium, its history, techniques and theory. This course will teach students the basics of photographic composition, lighting, camera and lens operation, editing and printing using the digital format. --- # JOUR 1411 — Print Practicum Students will learn practical skills in the areas of writing, layout and design and photography while working an assigned number of hours each week for the student newspaper. --- # JOUR 1421 — Print Practicum Students will learn practical skills in the areas of writing, layout and design and photography while working an assigned number of hours each week for the student newspaper. --- # JOUR 1811 — Broadcast Practicum Practical work experience in the studios of KXRJ FM and Tech television productions. --- # JOUR 1821 — Broadcast Practicum Practical work experience in the studios of KXRJ FM and Tech television productions. --- # JOUR 1911 — Multimedia Practicum Practical work experience in the multimedia lab including work as Web news manager, producer, Web content director. --- # JOUR 1921 — Multimedia Practicum Practical work experience in the multimedia lab including work as Web news manager, producer, Web content director. --- # JOUR 2133 — Introduction to Mass Communication An introduction to the mass communication process and industry. --- # JOUR 2143 — Media Writing A study of and practice in writing news stories. --- # JOUR 2163 — Introduction to Multimedia Introduction to Digital Multimedia is designed to teach fundamental principles of multimedia to give students a working understanding of digital media formats and their applications. --- # JOUR 2173 — Introduction to Film A study of film as an art form with particular attention to genres, stylistic technique and film's relation to popular culture. This course may not be repeated for credit after the completion of ENGL 2173 . $15 course fee. --- # JOUR 2253 — Basic Video Production Students learn media production using the tools of cameras, audio production, and editing. This hands-on application will develop the physical and mental skills necessary to evolve in the TV production field. --- # JOUR 2263 — Media and Society There are many significant changes to contemporary media. About these changes, we need to think critically about recent media developments as will as the many enduring relationships between media and society. In Media and Society, we take an interdisciplinary approach with a sociological focus to answer questions like how do people use the media in their everyday lives? and how has the evolution of technology affected the media and how we use them? Our approach to media allows us to cover a wide range of questions. In addition, this class incorporates the latest scholarship and data that addr… --- # JOUR 2411 — Print Practicum Students will learn practical skills in the areas of writing, layout and design and photography while working an assigned number of hours each week for the student newspaper. --- # JOUR 2421 — Print Practicum Students will learn practical skills in the areas of writing, layout and design and photography while working an assigned number of hours each week for the student newspaper. --- # JOUR 2511 — Sports Media Practicum Practical work experience with the ATU athletics program including job shadowing and work as commentator, producer, director or technician. --- # JOUR 2521 — Sports Media Practicum Practical work experience with the ATU athletics program including job shadowing and work as commentator, producer, director or technician. --- # JOUR 2811 — Broadcast Practicum Practical work experience in the studios of KXRJ FM and Tech television productions. --- # JOUR 2821 — Broadcast Practicum Practical work experience in the studios of KXRJ FM and Tech television productions. --- # JOUR 2911 — Multimedia Practicum Practical work experience in the multimedia lab including work as Web news manager, producer, Web content director. --- # JOUR 2921 — Multimedia Practicum Practical work experience in the multimedia lab including work as Web news manager, producer, Web content director. --- # JOUR 3133 — Media Management Principles An analysis of the problems in managing newspapers, magazines and other mass media. --- # JOUR 3143 — News Reporting A study of news gathering and writing techniques. --- # JOUR 3153 — Feature Writing A study of and practice in writing of newspaper features and magazine articles. --- # JOUR 3163 — News Photography A study of the use of the camera, communication through pictures, news value in pictures, and the history of photojournalism. --- # JOUR 3173 — Public Relations Principles A study of public opinion and the role of the mass media in shaping it, including practice in public opinion research, communications techniques and solving public relations problems. --- # JOUR 3183 — Digital News Writing Principles and techniques of writing and production of radio and television news. Two hour class, two hour laboratory. --- # JOUR 3193 — Multimedia Storytelling Study and practice in producing news packages, including training and experience in new and traditional news gathering, preparing scripts and digital video, and operating cameras, editing decks, and other studio and field equipment. --- # JOUR 3273 — Public Relations Writing Provides the knowledge and skill training for students to become effective public relations writers. The course will focus on style and content of writing news releases, speeches, newsletters, brochures, annual reports and other public relations communications. --- # JOUR 3283 — Digital Media Production Students learn media production using the tools of cameras, film, audio production, lighting, drone photography, editing, and mobile TV production. This hands-on application will develop the physical and mental skills necessary to evolve in the TV production field. --- # JOUR 3411 — Print Practicum Students will learn practical skills in the areas of writing, layout and design and photography while working an assigned number of hours each week for the student newspaper. --- # JOUR 3421 — Print Practicum Students will learn practical skills in the areas of writing, layout and design and photography while working an assigned number of hours each week for the student newspaper. --- # JOUR 3583 — Sports Reporting Students will provide journalistic coverage of sports and its impact through a variety of story types including preview stories, event coverage stories, feature stories and commentary. --- # JOUR 3714 — Copy Editing A study of copy reading, headline writing, design, and problems and policies of editing the news. Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory arranged. --- # JOUR 3811 — Broadcast Practicum Practical work experience in the studios of KXRJ FM and Tech television productions, including work as manager, producer, or director. --- # JOUR 3821 — Broadcast Practicum Practical work experience in the studios of KXRJ FM and Tech television productions, including work as manager, producer, or director. --- # JOUR 3911 — Multimedia Practicum Practical work experience in the multimedia lab including work as Web news manager, producer, Web content director. --- # JOUR 3921 — Multimedia Practicum Practical work experience in the multimedia lab including work as Web news manager, producer, Web content director. --- # JOUR 4023 — Social Media This course offers students a solid understanding of social media, its roots and how to effectively utilize this culture from personal and corporate perspectives. --- # JOUR 4033 — Community Journalism A study of journalism as practiced in weeklies, small dailies, and broadcast stations in small towns and cities, including the relationship of the media to the community. --- # JOUR 4043 — Journalism Ethics A study of ethical theory and basic principles needed in solving ethical challenges facing media professionals. --- # JOUR 4053 — Mass Communication Seminar Studies of the relationship of mass communication to social, political, technical, and economic issues. Course content will vary. --- # JOUR 4073 — Graphic Communication Presents the elements of effective print design as well as the other decision making processes involved with creating an effective visual communication (type, art and illustration, basic design principles, paper and ink, printing processes, etc.). Students will create visually appealing projects using the industry standard design and photo manipulation software programs. --- # JOUR 4083 — Internet Communication A study of communication processes in the Digital Age. Discussions and content will include contemporary emerging communication technologies and exploration into the impact those technologies have and will likely have on individual and various social communities. --- # JOUR 4091 — Internship Credit for work in professional journalistic settings. Credit hours will be based on hours on the job. --- # JOUR 4092 — Internship Credit for work in professional journalistic settings. Credit hours will be based on hours on the job. --- # JOUR 4093 — Internship Credit for work in professional journalistic settings. Credit hours will be based on hours on the job. --- # JOUR 4094 — Internship Credit for work in professional journalistic settings. Credit hours will be based on hours on the job. --- # JOUR 4113 — History of American Journalism A survey of the history of American journalism and mass media and their relationships to technical, economic, political, and other aspects of American society. --- # JOUR 4123 — Laws of Communication A study of the development of freedom of press and speech, laws of libel, contempt, privacy and copyright in their relation to press, radio, television, and films. --- # JOUR 4133 — Advanced News Production Study and practice in shooting, writing, editing, and producing news, sports and feature packages. Stories will be aired during live news programming on Tech TV and placed in student video portfolios. Practical experience will focus on operating field and studio gear, including digital cameras and editing decks, and use of new media news gathering equipment. --- # JOUR 4143 — Advanced Reporting Study of advanced news gathering techniques and practice in researching and writing difficult types of stories. --- # JOUR 4153 — Editorial, Column, and Review Writing Study of and practice in writing editorials, columns, and reviews. Includes research and discussion of the function of opinion writing in the mass media. --- # JOUR 4163 — Advanced Digital Photography Advanced techniques in digital photography are explored to expand the student's understanding of the digital processes as they relate to computer editing, manipulation and printing of digital images. Students will also study current theories of visual communication that relate to the field of digital photography. --- # JOUR 4173 — Public Relations Project Planning, preparation and execution of a public relations program for a specific project. --- # JOUR 4411 — Print Practicum Students will learn practical skills in the areas of writing, layout and design and photography while working an assigned number of hours each week for the student newspaper. --- # JOUR 4421 — Print Practicum Students will learn practical skills in the areas of writing, layout and design and photography while working an assigned number of hours each week for the student newspaper. --- # JOUR 4563 — Sound Design for Moving Image Theory and practical application of sound design techniques for film, theatre, games, commercials, and vocal production with special focus on the narrative, aesthetic, and emotional impact of sounds and music for visual media. --- # JOUR 4811 — Broadcast Practicum Practical work experience in the studios of KXRJ FM and Tech television productions, including work as manager, producer, or director. --- # JOUR 4821 — Broadcast Practicum Practical work experience in the studios of KXRJ FM and Tech television productions, including work as manager, producer, or director. --- # JOUR 4823 — Journalism Capstone Students will produce a portfolio of original work that demonstrates their mastery of skills taught throughout the journalism curriculum. --- # JOUR 4883 — Mass Communication Theory This course provides an examination of the major theories and domains of mass communication research, emphasizing mass media effects. Students are acquainted with the assumptions, propositions, and empirical research foundations of these theories. The course covers the historical evolution and recent trends in mass communication theory as well as the application of theories to specific contexts such as marketing or organizational communication. --- # JOUR 4911 — Multimedia Practicum Practical work experience in the multimedia lab including work as Web news manager, producer, Web content director. --- # JOUR 4921 — Multimedia Practicum Practical work experience in the multimedia lab including work as Web news manager, producer, Web content director. --- # JOUR 4991 — Special Problems in Journalism This course, for majors only, requires advanced approval by the instructor and is restricted to second semester juniors and seniors. It is designed to provide certain advanced students with further concentration in a particular area. One, two, three, or four hours may be taken as appropriate. --- # JOUR 4992 — Special Problems in Journalism This course, for majors only, requires advanced approval by the instructor and is restricted to second semester juniors and seniors. It is designed to provide certain advanced students with further concentration in a particular area. One, two, three, or four hours may be taken as appropriate. --- # JOUR 4993 — Special Problems in Journalism This course, for majors only, requires advanced approval by the instructor and is restricted to second semester juniors and seniors. It is designed to provide certain advanced students with further concentration in a particular area. One, two, three, or four hours may be taken as appropriate. --- # JOUR 4994 — Special Problems in Journalism This course, for majors only, requires advanced approval by the instructor and is restricted to second semester juniors and seniors. It is designed to provide certain advanced students with further concentration in a particular area. One, two, three, or four hours may be taken as appropriate. --- # JOUR 5023 — Social Media This course offers students a solid understanding of social media, its roots, and how to effectively utilize this culture from personal and corporate perspectives. --- # JOUR 5033 — Community Journalism A course to acquaint the student with the characteristics of journalism as practiced in small towns and cities and study the relationship of the news media to the other institutions of the town or city. --- # JOUR 5043 — Journalism Ethics A study of ethical theory and basic principles needed in solving ethical challenges facing media professionals. --- # JOUR 5053 — Mass Communication Seminar Studies of the relationship of mass communication to social, political, technical, and economic issues. Course content will vary. --- # JOUR 5073 — Graphic Communication Presents the elements of effective print design as well as the other decision making processes involved with creating an effective visual communication (type, art and illustration, basic design principles, paper and ink, printing processes, etc.). Students will create visually appealing projects using the industry standard design and photo manipulation software programs. --- # JOUR 5083 — Internet Communication A study of communication processes in the Digital Age. Discussions and content will include contemporary emerging communication technologies and exploration into the impact those technologies have and will likely have on individual and various social communities. --- # JOUR 5113 — History of American Journalism A survey of the history of American journalism and mass media and their relationships to technical, economic, political, and other aspects of American society. --- # JOUR 5123 — Laws of Communication This course will familiarize the student with legal knowledge necessary for a communication specialist or working journalist. The course will attempt to identify case and statute law. It will also include in-depth research in particular legal matters. --- # JOUR 5163 — Advanced Photography An introduction to advanced photographic techniques including digital photography. Various historic and current theories of visual communication provide a substantive base for the application of techniques. --- # JOUR 5193 — Communication Research Methods Introduction to the methodologies of behavioral science applied to communication research including design measurement, data collection, and analysis. Explores the use of surveys, content analysis, focus groups, and experiments in studies of communication processes and effects. Students will complete a research project. --- # JOUR 5243 — Journalism Writing Seminar This course is designed to teach the fundamentals of news writing and fact-gathering for the mass media in a concentrated format. Emphasis will be on newspaper writing style, but the fundamentals will apply to broadcasting, news media, public relations, advertising, and other fields. --- # JOUR 6013 — Visual Storytelling covers the fundamentals of enhanced story development using mobile media platforms for journalistic publication. --- # JOUR 6023 — Video Production for New Media This course focuses on the art and science of documentary film making, specifically geared toward publication to new media audiences. --- # JOUR 6053 — Media Effects Incorporates mass communication theory as well as the global nature of media operations while focusing on the relationship between mass media and society. Students will examine contemporary issues that confront media professionals together with the social responsibilities and ethical questions that attend such issues. The political, social, and governmental influences on media policies and practices will also be emphasized in addition to the effects of media on society and culture. --- # JOUR 6133 — Multi-Media Publishing Advanced Photography and Video. Focuses on designing communication messages on the computer that combine several media and are interactive. Using the same software tools that are used in the multi-media industry, students learn to conceptualize, design, prepare, and program works for publication on CD-ROM and/or the WEB. Projects incorporate photographs, music, sound, video, and extensive user interactivity. Work in the course attempts to parallel product development in the real world multi-media industry. --- # JOUR 6193 — Journalistic Writing for Multi-Media Introduction to writing for multi-media. Course explores the advantages, audiences, and various technologies before studying the formats and language appropriate for each medium. Students develop their writing skills through analysis and practice. --- # JOUR 6331 — Professional Portfolio Students will create a portfolio of acquired work as well as develop a journalistic story told through multiple media platforms. The portfolio must meet industry standards and demonstrate a mastery of technical skill based in theoretical conventions of new media. --- # JOUR 6333 — Professional Portfolio Students will create a portfolio of acquired work as well as develop a journalistic story told through multiple media platforms. The portfolio must meet industry standards and demonstrate a mastery of technical skill based in theoretical conventions of new media. --- # JOUR 6891 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. --- # JOUR 6892 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. --- # JOUR 6893 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. --- # JOUR 6894 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. --- # JPN 1013 — Beginning Japanese I Training in the elements of Japanese communication (speaking and writing) and comprehension (listening and reading) within a variety of cultural contexts. Three hours of applied class work and one hour of foreign language lab per week is required. --- # JPN 1023 — Beginning Japanese II Continued training in basic Japanese communication (speaking and writing) and comprehension (listening and reading) skills to increase proficiency in the language within a variety of cultural contexts. Three hours of applied class work and one hour of foreign language lab per week is required. --- # JPN 2013 — Intermediate Japanese I Development of language skills necessary for communication (speaking and writing) and comprehension (listening and reading) skills to increase proficiency in the language at the intermediate level within a variety of cultural contexts. Three hours of applied class work and one hour of foreign language lab per week is required. --- # JPN 2023 — Intermediate Japanese II Further development of the language skills necessary for communication (speaking and writing) and comprehension (listening and reading) skills to provide mastery of fundamental tools in a variety of cultural contexts. Three hours of applied class work and one hour of foreign language lab per week is required. --- # JPN 3003 — Conversation and Composition I Development of advanced control of Japanese communication and comprehension through conversation and composition based on analysis of authentic short texts and media. Three hours of applied course work. --- # JPN 3013 — Conversation and Composition II Continuation of JPN 3003 . Further development of advanced proficiency of Japanese communication and comprehension through conversation and composition based on analysis of authentic short texts and media. Three hours of applied course work. --- # JPN 3113 — Culture and Civilization Study of the economic, political, and social structure of Japan and an introduction to Japanese history and culture. --- # JPN 3143 — Study Abroad Study of the contemporary language and culture in a Japan. May substitute for JPN 3003 or JPN 3013 , depending on the student's proficiency level. --- # JPN 4991 — Special Problems in Japanese This course is designed to provide advanced Japanese students with a course of study in an area not covered by the departmental course offerings. --- # JPN 4992 — Special Problems in Japanese This course is designed to provide advanced Japanese students with a course of study in an area not covered by the departmental course offerings. --- # JPN 4993 — Special Problems in Japanese This course is designed to provide advanced Japanese students with a course of study in an area not covered by the departmental course offerings. --- # JPN 4994 — Special Problems in Japanese This course is designed to provide advanced Japanese students with a course of study in an area not covered by the departmental course offerings. --- # LA 6013 — Introduction to the Liberal Arts A study of the ideas, methods, and resources appropriate to the disciplines in the liberal arts. --- # LA 6711 — Liberal Arts Project Completion of creative or research project. Grade received for successful completion of project is credit (CR). --- # LA 6712 — Liberal Arts Project Completion of creative or research project. Grade received for successful completion of project is credit (CR). --- # LA 6713 — Liberal Arts Project Completion of creative or research project. Grade received for successful completion of project is credit (CR). --- # LAT 1013 — Beginning Latin I Instruction in the fundamentals necessary to read and write the language. --- # LAT 1023 — Beginning Latin II A continuation of LAT 1013 . --- # LBMD 2001 — Introduction to Library Resources An introduction to the organization and function of resource collections, with practical experience in location, retrieval, and use of reference and research materials; emphasis placed on subject materials. --- # LBMD 6003 — Collection Development and Management A study of the selection, evaluation, organization, and purchasing of instructional materials for the school library media center. The course includes a review of selection tools for identifying materials, determining suitability for specific grade levels, and establishing purchasing and teacher review procedures. --- # LBMD 6023 — Classification and Cataloging A study of the principles and competencies of cataloging and classification. Attention centered on the actual classification and cataloging of school library media center materials. Students will be required to do hands-on machine cataloging. --- # LBMD 6033 — The Instructional Role of the Library Media Specialist A course for the prospective school library media specialist focusing on the instructional role of the school library media specialist. Students will develop curriculum based upon the national and state standards for library media specialist. --- # LBMD 6403 — Literature for Children and Young Adults An in-depth study of printed and other types of materials available for use in the elementary grades and middle school. Emphasizes the selection and use of materials to stimulate and improve learning. --- # LBMD 6503 — School Librarian: Leadership and Collaboration This course focuses on the role of the school librarian as an educational leader and instructional partner. Students will explore professional dispositions, promotional efforts, collaborative partnerships, and advocacy aspects of the school librarian's critical leadership role in the learning community. --- # LE 1003 — Introduction to Law Enforcement This course covers the basics of law enforcement including the responsibilities, opportunities, and advances in the field of law enforcement. The instructor selects pertinent and current topics as the focus of the course. --- # LE 1023 — Judicial Process A comprehensive study of judicial process, criminal procedure, and behavior in criminal and civil law as well as the structure and operations of the local, state, and national court systems. --- # LE 1033 — Public Relations in Law Enforcement A study of proper law enforcement conduct in the public forum including public opinion, mass media, and solving public relations problems. --- # LE 1063 — Juvenile Delinquency This course is designed to introduce the student to the problem of juvenile delinquency and the impact it has on the criminal justice system. Students will explore the different views of delinquency from an individual, sociological, and developmental aspect as well as other factors such as gender, family, peers, drugs, and gangs. This course will also focus on the criminal justice system response to delinquency by exploring the roles of prevention and how the police, courts, and corrections address the problem of delinquency in the United States. --- # LE 1113 — Ethics in Law Enforcement Students will be introduced to controversies and moral issues that are likely to be encountered while practicing in the field of law enforcement. This class will examine issues such as arrest, deadly force, plea bargaining, policy adherence and the equal treatment of the public. This course will help students examine their values and develop skills to make appropriate moral decisions. --- # LE 1123 — Community Disaster Response This class examines the important role of community members during times of disaster. Students will be introduced to established best practices in basic response techniques. Topics covered in this class include basic fire safety, basic medical operations, search and rescue, and disaster psychology. --- # LE 2003 — Interview, Interrogation, and Testimony Designed to develop interviewing and interrogation techniques, critical thinking, and persuasive speaking ability. Includes lecture, discussion, research, and study of courtroom testimony, classroom debates, and presentations. --- # LE 2013 — Introduction to Computer Crime This course examines the use of computers in the commission of crimes and civil wrongs and basic computer forensic investigation techniques. The course emphasizes techniques for identifying financial fraud, identity theft, locating and picking victims and offenders with a survey of associated laws, regulations, and international standards. --- # LE 2103 — Crime Scene Investigation This course provides students with methods and procedures employed in a crime scene investigation from discovery of evidence to its presentation in courts of law. Topics include how to secure a crime scene, how to recognize various types of forensic evidence, how to collect and preserve evidence, maintain chain of custody and avoid contamination of physical evidence and biological specimens. --- # LE 2113 — Introduction to Terrorism This course will provide a basic overview of terrorism where students will discuss aspects such as background, tactics, ideologies, and the role of law enforcement during an attack. The course will include the examination of various religious movements and extremist groups, both past and present. Also, students will become exposed to counter-terrorism measures, including preparedness, response and defensive operations. --- # LE 2123 — Jail Standards This course is designed to prepare the student to work in the detention facility or corrections setting in the State of Arkansas. Students in this course will be provided knowledge and skills required by Arkansas Criminal Detention Standards. Topics include Arkansas Jail Standards, law, ethics, testifying in court, report writing, search procedures, defensive tactics (will include being sprayed with pepper spray), fire safety, CPR, handcuffing, fingerprinting, and interacting with inmates. Students who pass a criminal background check (no felony convictions), complete 90% of all classes and l… --- # LE 2133 — Dispatcher Telecommunications This course is designed to prepare the student to work in a public safety dispatch office or telecommunications setting in the State of Arkansas. Introduces the concept of telecommunications 911 dispatching, including roles, responsibilities and basic job duties. Topics addressed in these dispatcher courses include effective listening, overcoming communication barriers, handling difficult callers and resolving conflicts while being productive and professional. Additionally, dispatchers learn general communication skills for professional interaction with colleagues and the community. Students… --- # LE 2143 — Introduction to Emergency Management A comprehensive study of the field of emergency management and the role that law enforcement agencies play during disaster preparedness, mitigation, response and recovery. The course will introduce the student to the Incident Command System, National Incident Management System, and other aspects of emergency management that are key to successful response activities. --- # LE 2993 — Special Topics for Law Enforcement This course is designed to introduce students to specific areas in Law Enforcement. Course content and credit are designed to meet the needs of the student. The topic will vary from offering to offering; thus, the course may be taken more than once for a total of 6 hours. This course requires 15 clock hours per one semester credit hour. --- # LEAD 1003 — Introduction to Leadership This is an introduction course on leadership, where students will gain an understanding in the concepts, theories, and best practices regarding effective leadership. In addition, students will focus on understanding self and personal leadership. --- # LEAD 1013 — Honors Introduction to Leadership This is an introductory course on leadership, where students will gain an understanding of the concepts, theories, and best practices regarding effective leadership. In addition, students will focus on understanding self and personal leadership. --- # LEAD 2003 — Ethics in Leadership This course is an examination of ethics in leadership. Students will demonstrate critical thinking skills to identify and remedy ethical issues found in a variety of leadership situations. This includes understanding right and wrong, good versus evil, and how these decisions impact their personal leadership as well as those around them. --- # LEAD 2013 — Honors Ethics in Leadership This course is an examination of ethics in leadership. Students will demonstrate critical thinking skills to identify and remedy ethical issues found in a variety of leadership situations. This includes understanding right and wrong, good versus evil, and how these decisions impact their personal leadership as well as those around them. --- # LEAD 3003 — Leading Teams This is a course on leadership development and team building, where students will gain an understanding in the concepts, theories, and best practices regarding effective leadership. --- # LEAD 4003 — Leadership Internship/Capstone Seminar A seminar designed to assist students with integrating the formal leadership theories, concepts, and skills into practical application. The course will serve as the capstone seminar for those students pursuing a leadership studies minor. --- # LEAD 4103 — Special Problems in Leadership Selected contemporary issues, topics, or challenges in leadership will be presented in depth. The course will examine trends, developments, and challenges facing leaders. --- # LGM 1013 — Principles of Logistics and Supply Chain Management Provides an overview of the key processes, concepts, and methodologies of supply chain management. Emphasis is given to the study of the impact that the supply chain management framework, (that includes distribution, procurement, inventory, transportation and information technology components) has on business and the economy. The decision making process within supply chain is of particular importance as the interrelationships (cost and service trade-offs) between logistics and other areas of business will be covered. The overall focus is the strategic and financial significance the supply cha… --- # LGM 2023 — Transportation Management This course will introduce students to the role and importance of transportation, and to overview the operations of each mode of the transportation industry. Students will be introduced to the carrier cost structures of transportation providers (motor carriers, railroads, air carriers, intermodal and special carriers), operating characteristics, and public policy as it relates to transportation regulations. Practical aspects of transportation and distribution such as planning, routing, scheduling and loading cargo, and adhering to regulatory, safety, security and administrative requirements w… --- # LGM 2033 — Warehousing and Inventory Management This course introduces students to practical concepts of warehousing and inventory management including the types of equipment, storage processes and systems, the technologies used to identify and track units in a warehouse, and the regulations designed to ensure safety in warehouse operations. Students will learn skills including basic warehousing functions, e.g., receiving; storage; order picking; and shipping; and industrial truck operator safety training; inventory control; human relation skills such as teamwork, communication, and employee motivation; handling returns; automated identifi… --- # LGM 2043 — Foundations of Strategic Procurement This course is designed to teach an overview of the procurement function in a supply chain and a corporation. It focuses on how basic and advanced purchasing management can be used effectively to meet the challenges and responsibilities of today's constantly changing business climate. Topics include the challenge of purchasing and materials management; objectives and organization; function; specification; quality control and inspection; computerization; international purchasing; legal and ethical aspects of purchasing including systems, staffing, price/cost analysis, contract administration,… --- # LGM 2053 — International Logistics An in-depth coverage of international trade operations, including concepts that are important to managers who are actively importing or exporting goods. Includes the economic and service characteristics of international transportation providers, the government's role, documentation and terms of sale used in global business, terms of trade, customs clearance, security issues, and the fundamentals of effective export and import management. This course is a capstone to the Logistics Management program, offered in the Spring semester only, and uses group work to accomplish projects for internatio… --- # LGM 2083 — Operations Management is a study of the efficient production of goods and services that will satisfy the wants and needs of identified customer groups. The course begins with a more detailed description of what Operations Management is, then moves to an examination of the customer and methods for determining customer demand. Emphasized are analytical reasoning, problem solving, and continuous improvement concepts required in today's dynamic business and industry environments. Concepts include quality, productivity, demand forecasting, organizational effectiveness, financial analysis, and the management of human, p… --- # LGM 2093 — Freight Brokerage & Customer Relations Management This course introduces students to the world of freight brokerage and customer service management (CRM). Students will learn to manage the resources and skill necessary to provide efficient brokerage solutions, including skills in technology, negotiation, communication, and time-management skills. Through learning the "middle man" role of brokerage, students will gain insight into the important toles and tasks that CRM and customer service play in managing logistics within a supply chain. Including the basics of customer service; sound communications; advice for dealing with challenging custo… --- # LPN 1101 — Vocational, Legal, and Ethical Concepts Teaches vocational responsibilities of the Practical Nurse to the patient, family community, and coworkers. Nursing organizations, local, state and national health resources, and concepts of delegation appropriate to the level of practice are also covered. --- # LPN 1102 — Pharmacology I is an introduction to the history of drugs, use of drug references, principles of drug actions and interaction, principles of drug administration, and their legal implications for the nurse. This course is designated as "Green". --- # LPN 1111 — Nursing of the Geriatric Patient This course covers the normal aging processes, characteristics of aging, special problems associated with aging and caring for the aging adult. --- # LPN 1121 — Nutrition in Health and Illness The importance of nutrition and its relation to proper growth and functioning and the maintenance of health are covered. --- # LPN 1123 — Basic Nursing Principles and Skills I This course covers the fundamental principles, skills, and attitudes needed to give nursing care and prevent the spread of disease. Procedures used in the care of the sick and the ability to adapt them to various situations are discussed. Students will learn to document their observations and interventions. This course is designated as "Green". --- # LPN 1133 — Clinical I Clinical skills will be practiced, observed, and evaluated by the instructors in the lab and clinical settings. This course is designated as "Green". --- # LPN 1171 — Nursing of Adults with Medical and Surgical Conditions I Study of common conditions of illness and the nursing care of adult patients in acute, sub-acute, or convalescent stages of illness. The basis for this course is Body Structure and Function and includes aspects and principles of Nutrition; Basic Nursing; Pharmacology; Vocational, Legal, and Ethical concepts with attention to patient centered care. --- # LPN 1202 — Nursing of Adults with Medical and Surgical Conditions II Continuation of Nursing of Adults with Medical-Surgical Conditions I. The study of common conditions of illness and the nursing care of adult patients in acute, sub-acute, or convalescent stages of illness. The basis for this course is Body Structure and Function and includes aspects and principles of Nutrition, Basic Nursing, Pharmacology, Vocational, Legal, and Ethical concepts with attention to patient centered care. Nutrition, pharmacology and basic nursing principles are integrated throughout this course. Ozark Allied Health Fee: $62. --- # LPN 1205 — Clinical II This course is designated as "Green". --- # LPN 1212 — Basic Nursing Principles and Skills II This course covers the advanced skills and procedures concerned with administrating safe patient care. Skills related to the maternal-child and pediatric patients are included. This course is designated as "Green". --- # LPN 1222 — Pharmacology II A continuation of LPN 1102 . The preparation of drugs by enteral, parenteral, and percutaneous administration is continued. Intravenous medications, delivery systems, and techniques for administration are included in this course. This course is designated as "Green". --- # LPN 1232 — Nursing of Mothers and Infants Nutrition for the mother and the developing fetus and the basic nursing skills to care for the mother during antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum periods are studied. --- # LPN 1302 — Nursing of Children Principles of growth and development, nursing of the infant through adolescence and the behavior of well and sick children are studied in this course. Differences in the functioning of the child's body systems are contrasted with that of the adult patient as well as differences in the child's response to illness. --- # LPN 1308 — Clinical III Includes clinical areas in the mental health, pediatric, and specialty areas of the clinical facilities. The opportunity to practice advanced basic nursing and pediatric procedures will be offered during these rotations. --- # LPN 1322 — Mental Health This course presents topics such as personality development patterns, developmental task throughout the life-cycle, mental disease, and emotional problems as well as chemical dependency. Geriatric, maternal, and pediatric problems are included. Therapeutic communication techniques are stressed. --- # LPN 1332 — Nursing of Adults with Medical and Surgical Conditions III A continuation of Medical-Surgical Nursing. This course is the study of the body system disorders, their diagnostic methods, treatment or surgical procedures, therapeutic nutrition, and pharmacological modalities. --- # MA 2113 — Basic Pharmacology with an Overview of Microbiology Basic pharmacology as it relates to the drug interaction with each of the body systems and classifications of drugs will be covered. Administration of medications and an overview of microbiology and immunology will also be included. Students will utilize the Internet for research in the course. --- # MA 2123 — Medical Office Computer Systems and Insurance This course will prepare the medical assistant to work as an administrative medical assistant in a health care facility. Students are introduced to the computerization of the medical office using EMR operational systems. Topics covered will include recording patient and non-patient information, scheduling appointments, posting payments, creating financial reports, producing patient statements and claim forms, filing electronic claims, and working with various types of insurance. --- # MA 2133 — Medical Assistant Administrative Practice Introduction of medical office administrative procedures. Topics include interpersonal skills, professionalism, written and oral communication, medical records management (paper and electronic), various office filing systems, account receivable and payable procedures, office management practices and patient education. --- # MA 2143 — Coding Principles for the Medical Office This course introduces the medical assisting student to the concepts of coding medical diagnoses and procedures in the ambulatory health setting. A study of the principles of disease coding using the ICD-10-CM classification system and procedural coding using CPT-4. Areas emphasized during the course include: the purpose of coding, accurate application of coding principles, and methods to assure quality data. Ozark Allied Health fee: $93. --- # MA 2153 — Medical Assistant Role in Emergency Preparedness This course is designed to train students in the role of the medical assistant during emergency situations and be able to transfer their skills to real world situations. Emphasis will be put on planning and preparation for avoidable emergencies. Students will apply critical thinking skills in a response to stressful scenarios including a variety of environmental disorders, natural disasters and emergency situations. Obtaining CPR and First Aid certification are also included in this course. Ozark Allied Health fee: $93. --- # MA 2213 — Medical Laboratory Orientation and Instrumentation This course is concerned with both the theoretical and practical application of a wide range of clinical laboratory duties performed by the medical assistant. Topics will include hematology, urinalysis, coagulation processes, body chemistry analysis, microbiology, and mathematical and statistical assessments in the clinical setting. --- # MA 2214 — Medical Laboratory Orientation and Instrumentation Laboratory Application of the theoretical practices discovered in MA 2212. Topics will include clinical laboratory orientation, safety protocols and requirements, phlebotomy, laboratory procedures and techniques, introduction to laboratory instrumentation (both manual and automated), care of equipment and quality control principles. --- # MA 2222 — Medical Assistant Practice Laboratory Students will complete a two-hour laboratory in the simulated lab and will be assigned to area clinics on a weekly basis working under the supervision of clinic personnel and the Medical Assisting Program Director. While at the medical facility students will apply the theories, concepts and procedures covered in MA 2223 . --- # MA 2223 — Medical Assistant Practice Topics covered will include clinical examination room techniques, instrument identification, sterilization procedures, operation and care of electrocardiograph, spirometry, asepsis, sterilization and assisting with minor surgery, physiotherapy, nutrition, child abuse and maltreatment, and specialist assisting. Ozark Allied Health Fee: $93. --- # MA 2233 — Legal and Ethical Practices of the Medical Office A study of the principles of law as applied to the health field, with special emphasis to the Medical Assistant's role in the ambulatory health setting. Consideration is given to the importance of patient health records as a legal document, HIPAA rules, Patient's Bill of Rights, and Confidentiality guidelines. Students will be able to differentiate between scope of practice and standards of care for medical assistants. The course will also address moral and ethical responsibility in the medical office. Ozark Allied Health fee: $93. --- # MA 2312 — Medical Assistant Seminar A seminar following the internship (practicum). Topics discussed will be based on those arising from the student's experiences while on his/her internship. Resume building, successful interview techniques and new employee procedures will also be covered, along with extensive practice for the medical assistant certification examination. --- # MA 2314 — Medical Assisting Practicum This course is scheduled at the end of the program for the student to have the opportunity to perform various clinical and administrative procedures under supervision of clinic personnel and the Medical Assisting Practicum Coordinator or Program Director. The student will remain in a medical facility for a period of four weeks (160 hours). Practicum assignments may be made anywhere in Arkansas. Various classroom and lab assignments will be assigned to assess student readiness to sit for the CMA examination. Students must assume the full financial responsibility for this assignment. Ozark Alli… --- # MAEC 6213 — Early Childhood Curriculum for Young Children This course examines curriculum development and analysis of early childhood educational settings. The course also requires that students apply the theories and principles to instructional planning, teaching, managing, and assessing students in the public school classroom. --- # MAMS 5303 — Middle School Philosophy and Organization This course is a study of developmentally appropriate curriculum, instruction and pedagogy for teaching the middle level student that includes an understanding of the historical perspective of middle schools and their program. The course also addresses the unique developmental needs of the young adolescent. --- # MAMS 5333 — Teaching Literacy in the Content Areas This course is designed to examine the connections between literacy and learning across the curriculum, issues related to content literacy within the context of standards-based instruction, needs of struggling readers and writers, and development of culturally responsive instruction and assessments. Course includes creating literate environments, using research-based instructional practices, strategies, and technology to extend and enrich content knowledge. --- # MAMS 6063 — Educational Assessment This course is designed to provide the knowledge base for construction, selection, administration, and interpretation of formal, informal, and alternative forms of student assessment. --- # MAMS 6303 — Models of Teaching This course overviews a variety of research-based models of teaching and provides teachers with the knowledge and skills to apply these models in their classrooms. The course also requires that students apply the theories and principles to instructional planning, teaching, managing, and assessing students in the public school classroom. The course consists of classroom instruction. --- # MAMS 6806 — Internship The internship will provide a direct, substantial, and full-day, experience for a minimum of 12 weeks with a respective middle level or secondary emphasis (dependent upon program preparation). Types of embedded professional development include action research, peer coaching, networking, portfolio development, teaming, live case studies, curriculum design, needs assessment, data collection, and data analysis. The placement of candidates in the field is a thoughtful process, considerate of a complexity of standards, policies, procedures, agreements, and partnerships with the public schools, rul… --- # MAT 5703 — Technology for Teaching and Learning This is a research-based course involving applications of media techniques to facilitate learning. Media presentations are planned and implemented using practical and theoretical considerations about learning characteristics, exceptionalities, and cultural differences. Various projection techniques as well as microcomputer application are utilized. --- # MAT 6003 — Educational Research An introduction to educational research procedures, including formulation of research problems, research designs, data collections, and analysis of data. --- # MAT 6043 — Principles and Theories of Learning This course introduces teacher candidates to educational psychology as a research oriented discipline and a science of practical application. --- # MAT 6053 — The At-Risk Child in the School Environment A seminar designed to investigate the characteristics of the at-risk student, the teaching strategies utilized to meet the needs of the at-risk student in the classroom, and the national and state laws concerning students with exceptionalities. --- # MAT 6403 — Social, Historical, and Legal Factors in Education This course examines the study of education and various social groups, including the effects of various societies and educational systems. It also examines the legal factors that must be considered in the educational process. --- # MAT 6503 — Classroom Behavioral Management A seminar to examine research for sources and types of models available for managing the classroom. Development of classroom management skills and systems by applying human development, learning, teaching, and communication principles. This class will review the research and professional literature on classroom management. It includes a practicum involving field experiences in the public school. --- # MATH 0803 — Foundations of College Mathematics The purpose of this course is to prepare for college level mathematics those students whose mathematics background is inadequate. This course is a review of solving basic equations, operations, exponents, formulas, basic numeracy, statistics, percentages, scientific notation, conversions, and other mathematical skills. This course prepares students through a focus on problem solving, working with data, and emphasis on thinking critically. Students who make a grade of C or better in MATH 0803 must enroll in MATH 1003 the following semester. --- # MATH 0903 — Beginning and Intermediate Algebra The purpose of this course is to prepare for college level mathematics those students whose mathematics background is inadequate. Content of the course is the language of algebra, fundamental operations, signed numbers, various equations, problem solving, special products and factoring, fractions, functions, graphs, exponents, and systems of linear equations. The course may not be used to satisfy general education requirements nor provide credit toward any degree. Students who make a grade of C or better in MATH 0903 must enroll in MATH 1003 or MATH 1113 the following semester. --- # MATH 1001 — Orientation to Mathematics This course serves as an orientation to the fields of mathematics and statistics, career opportunities in the fields, and the Mathematics and Statistics Department. The course concludes with the design and completion of a mini-project in a special interest area of mathematics or statistics. --- # MATH 1003 — Quantitative Literacy This quantitative literacy course focuses upon the mathematics of contemporary life. Topics include using and understanding number quantities and measurement, statistics, probability, finances (personal, state and national), and mathematical modeling. --- # MATH 1110 — College Algebra Lab The purpose of this course is to prepare students for college level mathematics whose mathematics background is inadequate. This a laboratory course designed to foster success in College Algebra and to provide additional active learning opportunities and assistance for application of the basic skills and concepts in College Algebra. The lab will take the major content areas from the college algebra class and reinforce the learning in those areas through extra practice and different perspectives. --- # MATH 1113 — College Algebra Exponents and radicals, introduction to quadratic equations, systems of equations involving quadratics, ratio, proportion, variation, progressions, the binomial theorem, inequalities, logarithms, and partial fractions. May not be taken for credit after completion of MATH 2703 or any higher level mathematics course. --- # MATH 1203 — Plane Trigonometry A study of the properties of the trigonometric functions and their graphs, solution of right and oblique triangles, formulas and identities, inverse functions, and trigonometric equations. --- # MATH 1914 — Precalculus This course is designed to provide additional mathematical background before enrolling in the calculus sequence. --- # MATH 2033 — Mathematical Concepts I Elementary set theory, numeration systems, elementary number theory and the real number system. --- # MATH 2043 — Mathematical Concepts II A continuation of MATH 2033 , including a study of the elementary concepts of probability and statistics, and an informal study of geometry. --- # MATH 2223 — Quantitative Business Analysis This course is designed to develop the ability to use quantitative methods in accounting, business, and economics; it includes models of cost, revenue, and profit, linear programming, and probability. --- # MATH 2243 — Calculus for Business and Economics An introduction to the concepts of differentiation and integration. Emphasis will be placed on applications of calculus in business, economics, accounting, social sciences, and life sciences. May not be taken for credit after completion of MATH 2914 or equivalent. --- # MATH 2703 — Discrete Mathematics A study of topics basic to mathematics and computer science. The topics include logic, proofs, mathematical induction, set theory, combinatorics, relations, and graph theory. --- # MATH 2914 — Calculus I This is the first course in the calculus sequence that includes topics on functions, limits, continuity, differentiation and its applications, antiderivatives, inverse functions, and introduction to integration. --- # MATH 2924 — Calculus II A continuation of MATH 2914 . Includes methods of integration and its applications, sequences, and series. --- # MATH 2934 — Calculus III Continuation of MATH 2924 . The study of multi-dimensional calculus, including vector functions, partial differentiation, multiple integration and applications. --- # MATH 3003 — Foundations of Advanced Mathematics A detailed presentation of the fundamental mathematical concepts required to enter advanced mathematical coursework: sets, logic, methods of mathematical proof, relations, functions, and cardinality. --- # MATH 3033 — Methods of Teaching Elementary Mathematics A course on methods of teaching the mathematics of the elementary school using mathematical concepts and principles taught in these grades. --- # MATH 3123 — College Geometry A formal approach to plane geometry with coordinates; sets, points, lines, planes, distance, and coordinate systems, angles, congruence, parallelism, and similarity. --- # MATH 3203 — Introduction to Analysis A careful development of the real number system and the theory of calculus on the real line. --- # MATH 3243 — Differential Equations I A study of differential equations of the first order; linear equations of higher order including the methods of undetermined coefficients and variation of parameters; linear equations with constant coefficients; special equations of order two and systems of linear first-order differential equations using matrices. --- # MATH 3703 — Mathematics in the Middle and Secondary Schools This course is an in-depth study of the mathematics curriculum currently taught in middle and secondary schools with an emphasis on content knowledge for teaching. The course consists of classroom instruction and may include a field component. --- # MATH 3771 — Praxis Middle School and Secondary Mathematics Test Preparation This course is designed to provide preservice teacher candidates with an intensive study of the mathematical knowledge and competencies assessed by the Praxis Mathematics: Middle School and Secondary Content Knowledge tests. --- # MATH 4003 — Linear Algebra I Matrices and matrix algebra, systems of linear equations, determinants, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, general vector spaces, linear transformations. --- # MATH 4033 — Abstract Algebra I A study of Groups and other algebraic structures. Topics include sub-groups, normal sub- groups, abelian groups, groups of permutations, homomorphisms, kernels, and range. --- # MATH 4103 — Linear Algebra II A continuation of MATH 4003 with emphasis on abstract vector spaces, inner product spaces, linear transformations, kernel and range, and applications of linear algebra. MATH 5103 may not be taken for credit after completion of MATH 4103 or equivalent. --- # MATH 4113 — History of Mathematics A study of selected topics from the history and nature of mathematics from ancient to modern times. Emphasis will be placed on the historical development of mathematics through a study of biographies of prominent mathematicians and the evolution of some important mathematical concepts. The fundamental role of mathematics in the rise, maintenance, and extension modern civilization will be considered. --- # MATH 4123 — Mathematical Modeling This course provides an introduction to the mathematical modeling process and applies this process to problems that may be modeled with pre senior level mathematics. Emphasis will be placed on connections of mathematics to application areas such as business, industry, economics, physical sciences, biological sciences, medicine and social sciences. --- # MATH 4273 — Complex Variables An introduction to complex variables. This course will emphasize the subject matter and skills needed for applications of complex variables in science, engineering, and mathematics. Topics will include complex numbers, analytic functions, elementary functions of a complex variable, mapping by elementary functions, integrals, series, residues and poles and conformal mapping. MATH 5273 may not be taken for credit after completion of this course. --- # MATH 4343 — Introduction to Partial Differential Equations This course is an introduction to partial differential equations with emphasis on applications to physical science and engineering. Analysis covers the equations of heat, wave, diffusion, Laplace, Dirichlet and Neumann equations. Course is suitable for senior level or first year graduate students in Mathematics, Physics, and Engineering. --- # MATH 4703 — Special Methods in Mathematics This course provides preservice teacher candidates with knowledge of current research and practice in mathematics education; a setting in which to apply that knowledge; and the opportunity to assess their teaching performance and formulate a plan for improvement. --- # MATH 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Mathematics Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # MATH 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Mathematics Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # MATH 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Mathematics Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # MATH 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Mathematics Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # MATH 4971 — Mathematics Senior Seminar Students will engage in a research project under the guidance of faculty research advisors. The research area will depend on the interests of the students and available expertise of faculty advisors. The students will present their findings before their peers, faculty advisors, and members of the Mathematics Department Assessment Committee. --- # MATH 4991 — Special Problems in Mathematics The content and credit for this course will be designed to meet the needs of the student. --- # MATH 4992 — Special Problems in Mathematics The content and credit for this course will be designed to meet the needs of the student. --- # MATH 4993 — Special Problems in Mathematics The content and credit for this course will be designed to meet the needs of the student. --- # MATH 4994 — Special Problems in Mathematics The content and credit for this course will be designed to meet the needs of the student. --- # MATH 5103 — Linear Algebra II A continuation of MATH 4003 with emphasis on abstract vector spaces, inner product spaces, linear transformations, kernel and range, and applications of linear algebra. --- # MATH 5153 — Applied Statistics II This course is a continuation of Math 3153 with emphasis on experimental design, analysis of variance, and multiple regression analysis. Students will be required to design and carry out an experiment, use a current statistical software package to analyze the data, and make inferences based upon the analysis. --- # MATH 5173 — Advanced Biostatistics This course will include analysis of variance, one factor experiments, experimental design with two or more factors, linear and multiple regression analysis, and categorical data analysis. --- # MATH 5273 — Complex Variables An introduction to complex variables. This course will emphasize the subject matter and skills needed for applications of complex variables in science, engineering, and mathematics. Topics will include complex numbers, analytic functions, elementary functions of a complex variable, mapping by elementary functions, integrals, series, residues and poles, and conformal mapping. --- # MATH 5343 — Introduction to Partial Differential Equations This course is an introduction to partial differential equations with emphasis on applications to physical science and engineering. Analysis covers the equations of heat, wave, diffusion, Laplace, Dirichlet and Neumann equations. Course is suitable for senior level or first year graduate students in Mathematics, Physics, and Engineering. --- # MATH 6881 — Workshop The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour. --- # MATH 6882 — Workshop The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour. --- # MATH 6883 — Workshop The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour. --- # MATH 6891 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. --- # MATH 6892 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. --- # MATH 6893 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. --- # MATH 6894 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. --- # MCEG 1002 — Engineering Graphics General course in the most important types of engineering drawings. A foundation course in lettering, geometrical exercises, orthographic projections, including auxiliary views, sections, pictorial representation. The computer is introduced as a drafting tool. Lecture and laboratory four hours. --- # MCEG 1011 — Introduction to Mechanical Engineering An introductory lecture/lab course to acquaint students with the technical aspects of mechanical engineering and professional responsibility. --- # MCEG 2013 — Statics Principles of statics, resultants, equilibrium, and analysis of force systems. Structure analysis, forces in space, friction, centroids, and moments of inertia. --- # MCEG 2023 — Engineering Materials A study of the mechanical and physical properties, micro structure, and the various testings of engineering materials (metals, plastics, woods, and concrete) from the viewpoint of manufacture and construction. --- # MCEG 2033 — Dynamics A continuation of MCEG 2013 . Study of problems of unbalanced force systems. Kinematics and kinetics of rigid bodies. Work and energy, impulse and momentum. --- # MCEG 2203 — Computational Methods in Engineering An introduction to common computational methods, tools, and procedures used in the solution of common engineering problems. A standard solution methodology is introduced along with instruction in units systems, spreadsheet and calculator computations and the use of engineering software. --- # MCEG 3000 — Engineering Internship/Research Experience A minimum of six weeks of supervised on-the-job training with a university research program, engineering firm, manufacturer, municipality, or company employing engineers. A written report is required within one week of internship completion. Students will also present their internship experience to an engineering class or at a student engineering RSO meeting. --- # MCEG 3003 — System Modeling and Analysis Reduction of engineering systems to mathematical models; methods of analysis using computers; interpretation of numerical results; optimization of design variables. Examples are drawn from various engineering disciplines. --- # MCEG 3013 — Mechanics of Materials Fundamental stress and strain relationships, torsion, shear and bending moments, stresses and deflections in beams; introduction to statically indeterminate beams, columns, combined stresses, and safety factors. --- # MCEG 3023 — Manufacturing Processes Morphological aspects of manufacturing processes, testing of engineering metals, metal working processes, metal forming processes, machining, non-destructive inspection methods, statistical process control, control charts, and total quality management concepts. --- # MCEG 3313 — Thermodynamics I An introduction to thermodynamics, including thermodynamic properties of pure substances, heat and work, the first and second laws of thermodynamics, and entropy with applications to power and refrigeration cycles. --- # MCEG 3333 — Alternative Energy Systems A study of the design and implementation of alternative energy sources in power production and other applications. Renewable sources are emphasized. --- # MCEG 3403 — Machine Dynamics The study of the relative motion of machine components, force systems applied to these components, the motions resulting from these forces, and their effect on machine design criteria. --- # MCEG 3413 — Fundamentals of Mechanical Design Analysis of machines and components through application of basic fundamentals and principles. --- # MCEG 3442 — Mechanical Laboratory I A study of the basic materials testing procedures and instrumentation. Emphasis will be placed on proper laboratory techniques including data collection, data reduction, and report preparation. Lecture one hour, laboratory three hours. --- # MCEG 3453 — Energy Management in commercial building and industrial plants. Utility rate structures. Sources of primary energy. Energy conversion devices. Prime movers of energy. Heat. Electricity. Lighting. HVAC Equipment. Building envelope. Electric motors. Estimating energy savings. Economic justification. Energy auditing. --- # MCEG 3503 — Basic Nuclear Engineering An introduction to atomic and nuclear processes and to nuclear science and engineering fundamentals, including the nature of nuclear radiation, the nuclear chain reaction, criticality, power reactor types, and applications of nuclear technology. --- # MCEG 3512 — Radiation Detection Laboratory A study of each of the common kinds of nuclear radiation, including the detection and analysis methods and applications to nondestructive assays. Use of computers in analyses. Lecture one hour, laboratory three hours. --- # MCEG 3523 — Radiation Health Physics A study of the protection of individuals and population groups against the harmful effects of ionizing radiation. Included in the study is: (1) radiation detection and measurement, (2) relationships between exposure and biological damage, (3) radiation and the environment, (4) design criteria for processes, equipment, and facilities so that radiation exposure is minimized, and (5) environmental impact of nuclear power plants. --- # MCEG 3612 — Manufacturing Laboratory Students will conduct various hands-on activities associated with manufacturing processes using industry typical practices. One hour lecture, one hour lab. --- # MCEG 3663 — Engineering Internship Students will gain experiential learning in an industrial environment by participation in an engineering internship with an approved industry partner. Students will be required to participate in engineering project(s) under supervision of an engineer at the selected partner industry, complete written and oral reports. --- # MCEG 3991 — Special Problems in Engineering Individual or specialized study in advanced area under the direction of a faculty advisor. --- # MCEG 3992 — Special Problems in Engineering Individual or specialized study in advanced area under the direction of a faculty advisor. --- # MCEG 3993 — Special Problems in Engineering Individual or specialized study in advanced area under the direction of a faculty advisor. --- # MCEG 3994 — Special Problems in Engineering Individual or specialized study in advanced area under the direction of a faculty advisor. --- # MCEG 4043 — Physical Metallurgy This course provides the student with an in-depth background to the mechanisms and applications of dislocation motion, crystal plasticity, phase transformations and solidification processes. Common industrial and experimental processes are studied for both ferrous and non-ferrous materials. --- # MCEG 4053 — Corrosion Principles A study of the fundamental causes of corrosion and corrosion damage in metals and metallic components. Electrochemistry is used to explore the basic reactions governing environmental corrosion while thermodynamics and kinetics are used to investigate the rate of controlling steps of environmental attack. Includes an overview of techniques commonly used to control corrosion damage in industry and architecture. --- # MCEG 4202 — Engineering Design This course serves as the first part of a two course sequence in which the student completes a senior design project. Design methodologies and tools including real world design considerations such as environmental impact, engineering ethics, economics, safety, product costing and liability are introduced. Design for manufacture, project management, scheduling and proposal writing will be covered. Successful completion of this course shall require completion of a proposal for a senior design project being accepted by the faculty design project review process. --- # MCEG 4323 — Power Plant Systems A study of the design and operation of steam electric power plant components and systems. Fossil and renewable energy plants are emphasized. --- # MCEG 4332 — Thermal Systems Laboratory Advanced laboratory experiments in heat transfer and thermal systems. Conduction, convection and radiation heat transfer phenomena, power and refrigeration cycle operation, psychrometrics. Lecture one hour, laboratory three hours. --- # MCEG 4343 — Internal Combustion Engines A study of the operating and design principles of internal combustion engines. The course will cover combustion cycles, emissions, and performance analysis and testing. Lecture three hours with lab exercises. --- # MCEG 4403 — Mechanics of Fluids and Hydraulics A study of statics and dynamics of incompressible fluids. Major topics include the basic fluid flow concepts of continuity, energy and momentum, dimensional analysis, viscosity, laminar and turbulent flows, and flow in pipes. --- # MCEG 4413 — Finite Element Analysis Introduction to approximate methods using finite elements. Development of the finite element method using variational formulations. Applications include machine design, mechanical vibrations, heat transfer, fluid flow and electromagnetics. --- # MCEG 4423 — Machine Component Design Design and analysis of specific machine components including gears, clutches, springs, and bearings. --- # MCEG 4433 — Thermodynamics II A continuation of MCEG 3313 . The study of thermodynamics is extended to the investigation of relations for simple substances, non-reacting mixtures, reacting mixtures, chemical reactions and a study of availability analysis. Power and refrigeration cycles are studied in more depth. --- # MCEG 4442 — Mechanical Laboratory II A study of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics experimentation techniques. Laboratory projects will be assigned with student responsibility for procedure development and test program implementation. Formal laboratory reports will be required. Lecture one hour, laboratory three hours. --- # MCEG 4443 — Heat Transfer Basic thermal energy transport processes, conduction, convection, and radiation, and the mathematical analysis of systems involving these processes in steady state and time dependent cases. --- # MCEG 4463 — Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning Design A study of the principles of human thermal comfort including applied psychometrics and air-conditioning processes. Fundamentals of analysis of heating and cooling loads and design of HVAC systems. --- # MCEG 4473 — Mechanical Vibrations The study of free and forced vibration of single degree-of-freedom systems, response to harmonic, periodic and non- periodic excitations. Multi-degree-of- freedom systems and matrix methods are explored. Computational techniques for predicting system response continuous systems are introduced. --- # MCEG 4491 — Mechanical Design Project I First of a two part sequence of courses to complete a group project in mechanical engineering design. Emphasis will be placed on designing a mechanical system or sub-system with due regard for: safety, environmental concerns, reliability, longevity, ease of manufacturing, maintainability, and cost effectiveness. Both a written and oral report are required. --- # MCEG 4492 — Mechanical Design Project II Second of a two part sequence of courses to complete a group project in mechanical engineering design. Where appropriate, a team approach will be employed. Emphasis will be placed on designing a mechanical system or sub-system with due regard for: safety, environmental concerns, reliability, longevity, ease of manufacturing, maintainability, and cost effectiveness. Both a written and oral report are required. --- # MCEG 4503 — Nuclear Power Plants I A study of the various types of nuclear reactor plants including the methods used for energy conversion. Relative advantages/disadvantages of various plant types investigated. --- # MCEG 4991 — Special Problems in Engineering Individual study in advanced area of the student's choice under the direction of a faculty advisor. --- # MCEG 4992 — Special Problems in Engineering Individual study in advanced area of the student's choice under the direction of a faculty advisor. --- # MCEG 4993 — Special Problems in Engineering Individual study in advanced area of the student's choice under the direction of a faculty advisor. --- # MCEG 4994 — Special Problems in Engineering Individual study in advanced area of the student's choice under the direction of a faculty advisor. --- # MCEG 5043 — Physical Metallurgy This course provides the student with an in-depth background to the mechanisms and applications of dislocation motion, crystal plasticity, phase transformations and solidification processes. Common industrial and experimental processes are studied for both ferrous and non-ferrous materials. --- # MCEG 5053 — Corrosion Principles This course provides the student with an introductory study on the principles, mechanisms and chemistry of material corrosion. The study will extend to material failures linked to corrosion processes and effects of environment on corrosion potential and kinetics. --- # MCEG 5323 — Power Plant Systems A study of the design and operation of steam-electric power plant components and systems. Fossil and renewable energy plants are emphasized. --- # MCEG 5343 — Internal Combustion Engines A study of the operating and design principles of internal combustion engines. The course will cover combustion cycles, emissions and performance analysis and testing. Lecture three (3) hours with lab exercises. --- # MCEG 5413 — Finite Element Analysis Introduction to approximate methods using finite elements. Development of the finite element method using variational formulations. Applications include machine design, mechanical vibrations, heat transfer, fluid flow, and electromagnetics. --- # MCEG 5453 — Energy Management in commercial building and industrial plants. Utility rate structures. Sources of primary energy. Energy conversion devices. Prime movers of energy. Heat. Electricity. Lighting. HVAC Equipment. Building envelope. Electric motors. Estimating energy savings. Economic justification. Energy auditing. --- # MCEG 5463 — Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning Design A study of the principles of human thermal comfort including applied psychrometrics and air-conditioning processes. Fundamentals of analysis of heating and cooling loads and design of HVAC systems. --- # MCEG 5473 — Mechanical Vibrations The study of free and forced vibration of single degree-of-freedom systems, response to harmonic, periodic and non-periodic excitations. Multi degree-of-freedom systems and matrix methods are explored. Computational techniques for predicting system response of continuous systems are introduced. --- # MCEG 5503 — Nuclear Power Plants I A study of the various types of nuclear reactor plants including the methods used for energy conversion. Relative advantages/disadvantages of various plant types investigated. --- # MCEG 6882 — Special Topics in Engineering relating to current engineering topics not covered in other courses. --- # MCEG 6883 — Special Topics in Engineering relating to current engineering topics not covered in other courses. --- # MCEG 6892 — Independent Study Students will complete an engineering project approved by their Advisory Committee. The project must include elements of engineering design and project management with a subject relevant to the student's program of study. Successful completion of the project will include a professional report and full presentation of the project findings/results. --- # MCEG 6893 — Independent Study Students will complete an engineering project approved by their Advisory Committee. The project must include elements of engineering design and project management with a subject relevant to the student's program of study. Successful completion of the project will include a professional report and full presentation of the project findings/results. --- # MCEG 6894 — Independent Study Students will complete an engineering project approved by their Advisory Committee. The project must include elements of engineering design and project management with a subject relevant to the student's program of study. Successful completion of the project will include a professional report and full presentation of the project findings/results. --- # MCEG 6895 — Independent Study Students will complete an engineering project approved by their Advisory Committee. The project must include elements of engineering design and project management with a subject relevant to the student's program of study. Successful completion of the project will include a professional report and full presentation of the project findings/results. --- # MCEG 6896 — Independent Study Students will complete an engineering project approved by their Advisory Committee. The project must include elements of engineering design and project management with a subject relevant to the student's program of study. Successful completion of the project will include a professional report and full presentation of the project findings/results. --- # MCEG 6992 — Research Project Research of an engineering related topic. Students will be required to submit a final written report and a symposium presentation. --- # MCEG 6993 — Research Project Research of an engineering related topic. Students will be required to submit a final written report and a symposium presentation. --- # MCEG 6994 — Research Project Research of an engineering related topic. Students will be required to submit a final written report and a symposium presentation. --- # MCEG 6995 — Research Project Research of an engineering related topic. Students will be required to submit a final written report and a symposium presentation. --- # MCEG 6996 — Research Project Research of an engineering related topic. Students will be required to submit a final written report and a symposium presentation. --- # MGMT 3003 — Principles of Management Basic principles of management and organizational behavior including planning, organizing, leading, controlling, staffing, decision making, ethics, interpersonal influence, and group behavior; conflict management; job design; and organizational change and development. --- # MGMT 3023 — Principles of Human Resource Management An introduction to the field of human resources and an overview of human resources' role in the organization. In addition to this prologue, workforce planning, talent management; outcomes measurement/metrics, and management of a workforce management will be examined. --- # MGMT 3103 — Operations Management A study of the overall operations management task. Critical issues include its integration of market issues, the development of operations strategies, and the management of people. Specific attention is given to the design and development of services and products and the systems by which they are produced and delivered. Factors central to the operations management task include capacity, technology, scheduling and execution, quality, inventory, the significant role of managing the supply chain, and process and delivery system reliability and maintenance. --- # MGMT 3113 — Business Process Improvement This course is a study of the analysis, mapping, and improvement of business processes using standard symbols, popular software tools, metrics, and general systems theory. Examples of sample business processes and topics include customer service, sales management, scheduling, manufacturing, supply chain management, logistics, hiring/job search, process mapping diagrams, organizational charts, workflow and environment layout, cause and effect analysis, systems analysis and design, collection and analysis of process data, and optimization. Software tools are used for process diagramming, concep… --- # MGMT 3123 — Business Ethics This course is an interdisciplinary study of business ethics and the social responsibility of business organizations in society. The course will consider professional and applied ethics, law and organizational behavior. The focus of the course is on the individual managerial decision making process in response to ethical issues arising in the business context. Students will explore the role of business in society; discuss general theories of ethics; explain and apply key ethical theories in business; and develop and defend their own ethical positions. --- # MGMT 3173 — Advanced Microsoft Techniques This course uses a hands on approach to demonstrate the students' ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access. Training and testing software will be used to prepare the students to take the Microsoft Certification exams. --- # MGMT 3323 — Employment Law This course focuses on major federal employment laws affecting individual employees excluding labor laws. Topics covered includes legal regulation of the hiring and firing processes, testing and privacy issues, wage and hour laws, laws affecting benefits, occupational safety and health, workers compensation, unemployment insurance and related topics. The course will briefly touch on employment discrimination issues as they affect the employment relationship but not in the depth nor the detail of the Employment Discrimination Law course. As practitioners and researchers in the field of human r… --- # MGMT 4013 — Management Information Systems A study of information processing, the systems concept, the analysis and design of information systems, and database hardware and software technology as they apply to producing information to be used in business decision making. Emphasis will be given to practical application for business. --- # MGMT 4033 — Internship I in Management A supervised, practical experience providing undergraduate MGMK majors with a hands-on professional management/ marketing experience in a position relating to an area of career interest. The student will work in a local cooperating business establishment under the supervision of a member of management of that firm. A School of Business faculty member will observe and consult with the students and the management of the cooperating firm periodically during the period of the internship. Students will be required to make oral reports in the classroom, maintain an internship log, and prepare a fin… --- # MGMT 4043 — Internship II in Management To be taken after completion of Internship I. A supervised, practical experience providing undergraduate MGMK majors with a hands-on professional management/marketing experience in a position relating to an area of career interest. The student will work in a local cooperating business establishment under the supervision of a member of management of that firm. A School of Business faculty member will observe and consult with the students and the management of the cooperating firm periodically during the period of the internship. Students will be required to make oral reports in the classroom,… --- # MGMT 4053 — Small Business Management Application of business management principles to the creation and operation of small scale enterprises. Emphasis on the preparation and implementation of business plans for such enterprises. --- # MGMT 4063 — Entrepreneurial Development The course is designed to increase the students' understanding of critical entrepreneurial and venture creation concepts through practical applications and through textual readings. Specifically, students will take preliminary small business plans and develop and formalize plans that will be submitted for competition consideration at the annual Donald W. Reynolds Governor's Cup business plan competitions. --- # MGMT 4073 — Special Topics in Management In-depth exploration of selected management topics. The primary topic will vary from offering to offering; thus, the course may be taken more than once. --- # MGMT 4080 — School of Business College of Distinction Enhanced Capstone This course is required for all students accepted into the School of Business College Distinction program as a marker for student participation in approved School of Business College of Distinction activities. --- # MGMT 4083 — Business Policy As the capstone course in the School of Business core, this course examines the application of strategic management processes, including top management's role in situational analysis, strategy selection, strategy implementation, and strategic control, under conditions of uncertainty. --- # MGMT 4093 — Organizational Behavior The field focuses on attributes, processes, behaviors, and outcomes within and between individual, interpersonal, group, and organizational levels of analysis. Individual characteristics include learning, motivation, and decision making which impacts training and development as well as performance management. Interpersonal and organizational processes include recruitment, selection, job design, and goal setting. --- # MGMT 4103 — Supply Chain Management This course covers basic principles of supply chain management and provides techniques used to analyze various aspects of logistics systems. Key concepts such as inventory management, communication, warehousing, distribution, and facility location are examined as an integral part of modern business. The course addresses insights, concepts, practical tools, and decision support systems that are important for the effective management of the supply chain. A supply chain is defined as a set of three or more companies directly linked by one or more of the upstream and downstream flows of products,… --- # MGMT 4113 — Managerial Issues in Electronic Commerce A study of managerial issues and strategies involved in Internet-based buying and selling activities. The course examines appropriate business models and best practices in generating revenue, market share, and profit from wholesaling and retailing activities in business-to-consumer, business-to-business, and consumer-to-consumer venues. Topics include initiation and management of electronic commerce operations, technological infrastructure and tools, marketing, customer relationship management, electronic payment, security, staffing, social impacts, ethics, regulation, and international marke… --- # MGMT 4203 — Project Management is studied from a practical perspective. In this course, students explore techniques of organizing the three main elements of project management: cost, schedule and scope, as well as how to manage the most important aspect of Project Management: PEOPLE. Students will learn to utilize software that aids in the visualization of the project management process. The emphasis of this special topic in management will be aimed toward an understanding of Project Management for future business leaders and engineers. The course will culminate with a month- long, graded, practical exercise with industry… --- # MGMT 4213 — Strategy and Leadership Major leadership theories will be examined. Organizational effectiveness and competitive strategies will be addressed from a human resources leadership viewpoint. Students will consider strategic and leadership challenges within the human resources role. --- # MGMT 4223 — Leadership: Ideas and Images in Art, Film, History, and Literature This course probes the definition, meaning, practice, and paradox of leadership by exploring ideas and images found in a range of domains such as film, art, literature, and history. These ideas and images are used as a platform for examining leadership challenges and for developing personal insights into leadership practice, issues and values. --- # MGMT 4323 — Compensation and Benefits This course covers how to reward employees. Compensation and benefits are a major part of a firm's total rewards strategy. Components include salary structure and regulations, short-term incentives, and benefits such as health insurance and pensions plans that aligned with business objectives. The field of Compensation and Benefits is a critical foundation for success in of human resource management. It is valuable information for any professional that has responsibilities for human resources in an organization. --- # MGMT 5203 — Project Management This course explores the techniques of organizing the main elements of project management: people, cost, schedule, and scope. The course emphasis is aimed toward a practical understanding of Project Management for future business leaders and engineers. Students will learn to utilize information technology that aids in the visualization and documentation of the project planning and management process. --- # MGMT 6093 — Special Topics in Management Course offers an in-depth exploration of selected management issues affecting business. The primary focus of the course will vary from offering to offering; thus the course may be taken more than once. There is a required research project. --- # MGMT 6103 — Organizational Management and Leadership This course is a study of the human behaviors and leadership issues which affect the day-to-day operations of the modern organization, organizational decision making and teamwork. $35 per SSCH course fee. --- # MGMT 6203 — Decision Modeling in Supply Chain Management All firms have to deal with supply chain challenges such as configuration and operations of supply chain, inventory positions across the supply chain, allocation of resources to minimize cost and maximize revenue. These challenges represent the complexity of processes within a supply chain, which complicates the decision making for the decision makers. This course focuses on utilizing data driven decision making in complex supply chain processes. Students will use various analytical tools such as linear programming models, shortest-path models, nonlinear programming models, decision trees, fo… --- # MGMT 6903 — Corporate Strategic Management As the capstone course in the MBA, this course examines the application of strategic management processes, including top management's role in situational analysis, strategy selection, strategy implementation, and strategic control, under conditions of uncertainty. There are required cases as well as a dynamic simulation and a final recorded professional presentation. $35 per SSCH course fee. --- # MKT 3043 — Principles of Marketing Marketing fundamentals, understanding the ultimate consumer, the retailing/wholesaling systems, marketing functions, marketing policies and marketing costs, critical appraisal of marketing, and marketing and the government. --- # MKT 3063 — Social Media Marketing This course examines the force of social media marketing and its place in the marketing process. The advantages and use of particular platforms will be explored, and the use of social media analytics to craft strategy will be examined. --- # MKT 3083 — Retailing and the Virtual Marketplace This course examines the strategies needed to have success in retailing, both traditional and virtual. Retail location, layout, merchandising, and product selection, as well as security, product and placement selection, and the use of websites and social media in the virtual environment will be examined. --- # MKT 3103 — Selling and Sales Management This course examines the theories and practices of effective selling, including customer needs analysis, competitor analysis, product knowledge and sales interaction and presentation skills. The fundamentals of hiring, training, retailing, and managing a professional sales staff will be explored. --- # MKT 3153 — Marketing Research and Analysis A study of the use of data needed to make marketing decisions, including design, collection and analysis of both primary and secondary data. --- # MKT 3163 — Consumer Behavior A study of the development of consumer decision making processes and the factors which influence them. Psychological, sociological, economic, cultural, and situational factors are examined. Their impact on marketing formulation, both domestic and international, is emphasized. --- # MKT 4013 — Digital Metrics This course contains advanced methods of collecting and using data, including search engine optimization using analytics, the design and uses of databases in marketing, advanced marketing research techniques, and interpreting all forms of data analytics to form marketing strategy. --- # MKT 4033 — Internship in Marketing I A supervised, practical experience providing undergraduate MGMK majors with a hands-on professional management/ marketing experience in a position relating to an area of career interest. The student will work in a local cooperating business establishment under the supervision of a member of management of that firm. A School of Business faculty member will observe and consult with the students and the management of the cooperating firm periodically during the period of the internship. Students will be required to make oral reports in the classroom, maintain an internship log, and prepare a fin… --- # MKT 4053 — Sport and Event Marketing To apply marketing concepts to sporting, cultural, historical, and charitable activities and events. To examine the performance, production, and promotional segments of the sport and event markets. --- # MKT 4063 — Integrated Marketing Communication in a Digital Age The study of every element of promotion within the marketing mix, including the importance of a unified message, as well as understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of all available media. --- # MKT 4093 — International Marketing Analysis of opportunities, distinctive characteristics and emerging trends in foreign markets, including exploration of alternative methods and strategies for entering foreign markets; organizational planning and control; impact of social, cultural, economic and political differences; and problems of adapting American marketing concepts and methods. --- # MKT 4103 — Special Topics in Marketing In-depth exploration of selected marketing topics. The primary topic will vary from offering to offering, thus, the course may be taken more than once. --- # MKT 4143 — Marketing Strategy Advanced study of decisions facing a marketing executive. Topics covered include product planning, consumer behavior, promotion, sales management, and pricing. It provides practical experience in developing a small business marketing plan. --- # MKT 6093 — Special Topics in Marketing Course offers an in-depth exploration of selected marketing issues affecting business. The primary focus of the course will vary from offering to offering; thus the course may be taken more than once. There is a required research project. --- # MKT 6103 — Digital Marketing Strategy This course will cover the history and best practices associated with digital marketing. Additionally, it will address the types of organizations and setting that (can) benefit from digital commerce technologies and strategies in a cost-effective way. Finally, the course addresses how digital marketing and other advertising strategies must be part of a comprehensive marketing campaign. $35 per SSCH course fee. --- # MKT 6113 — Strategic Social Media Marketing This course examines the force of social media marketing and its place in the marketing process. The advantages and use of particular platforms will be explored, and the use of social media analytics to craft strategy will be examined. $35 per SSCH course fee. --- # MKT 6153 — Consumer Insights Business opportunities and decisions depend on an understanding of customers' values, needs, aspirations and behaviors. Even more important for a specific company is gaining unique insights into their customers so that they can develop products, services and brands that are differentiated from competition. $35 per SSCH course fee. --- # MKT 6323 — Applied Predictive Analytics This course will explore multivariate techniques to analyzing data (e.g. multivariate regression, discriminant analysis, logistic regression, market-basket analysis, forecasting and other analytic techniques). The focus of the course will be providing input for organizational strategic decision-making. As an applied analytics course, emphasis will be on application of predictive analytic techniques explored through conceptual, computational, procedural and computer applications. $35 per SSCH course fee. --- # MLED 2003 — Education as a Profession This course provides potential teacher education candidates with the knowledge base and practice in the skills needed to locate educational research information; analyze, synthesize, and evaluate the complied materials; professionally communicate these findings to others; and examine, observe, and reflect upon research applications in the school setting. --- # MLED 3013 — Research Foundations Presentation of the knowledge base and practice in the skills needed to locate educational research information; analyze, synthesize, and evaluate the complied materials; and write a professional research report based on the composite findings. --- # MLED 3023 — Psychological Foundations for the Nature and Needs of Middle Level Students General principles of the physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and moral development of early adolescents and the developmental implications on curriculum and instruction, learning, the learner's potentialities with attention to individual differences, the environment of effective learning, application of psychology to educational problems. --- # MLED 3033 — Literacy Development in the Middle Grades Presentation of the knowledge base and methodology needed to guide students in the middle grades toward competency and maturity as readers and writers and practice in the teaching/learning strategies related to reading in all content area disciplines. --- # MLED 3041 — School to Home Communication Presentation of methods of communication between the home and school for the classroom teacher will be explored. The use of classroom management software for school reports, student information sheets, newsletters, electronic mail, and letters to home as well as telephone skills will be practice. Exploration of the use of community resources and evaluation as related to meeting the needs of middle level students and families. --- # MLED 3063 — Tests & Educational Measurements A survey of test theory with particular emphasis upon the use of assessment techniques in the middle level classroom as an educational decision-making tool. --- # MLED 3073 — Students with Exceptionalities in the Classroom A study of the major areas of exceptionalities including the learning disabled, mentally retarded, physically handicapped, and the gifted, and their special needs in a school program. --- # MLED 3102 — Reading through Literature in the Middle Ages A study of the development and source of literature for the middle childhood/early adolescent student. Emphasis will be on integrating literature across the curriculum and on methods of encouraging reading as a lifelong pleasurable pursuit. --- # MLED 3103 — Writing in the Content Area This course is a review of adolescent development with regard to instructional needs in writing. This course provides strategies for teaching writing in all content areas with an emphasis on text-based writing. --- # MLED 4003 — Middle Level Curriculum and Pedagogy A study of the developmental curriculum, instruction and pedagogy for teaching the middle level student. Emphasis will be on an interdisciplinary approach to curriculum design. --- # MLED 4023 — Residency A Seminar MLED 4023 Residency A Seminar is a series of 90 hours of observation, participation, and teaching experiences ranging from individual to large group settings conducted in selected middle level settings designed to prepare the teacher candidate for a smooth transition to internship in a clinical setting. A survey of school law designed to give teacher candidates an awareness of legal rights and responsibilities of teachers, students, and public schools is presented at the beginning of the course before students begin practicum hours. --- # MLED 4903 — Residency B Seminar In a select setting supervision of experienced middle level professionals, teacher candidates will prepare, facilitate, and evaluate an appropriate curriculum experience for instruction of the early adolescent. --- # MLED 4909 — Residency B MLED 4909 Residency B is a minimum of fifteen weeks of reflective clinical internship at the middle level. In a select setting under supervision of experienced middle level professionals, teacher candidates will prepare, facilitate, and evaluate an appropriate curriculum experience for instruction of the early adolescent. --- # MS 1101 — Leadership I Introduces cadets to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Cadets learn how the personal development of life skills such as critical thinking, goal setting, time management, physical/mental fitness (resiliency training) related to leadership, officership, and the Army profession. Focus is on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Army leadership dimensions while gaining a big picture of understanding the ROTC program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student. Lecture/Laboratory. --- # MS 1111 — Leadership II Overviews leadership fundamentals such as setting direction, problem-solving, listening, presenting briefs, providing feedback, and using effective writing skills. Cadets explore dimensions of leadership attributes and core leader competencies in the context of practical, hands-on, and interactive exercises. Continued emphasis is placed on recruitment and retention of Cadets. Cadre role models and the building of stronger relationships among the Cadets through common experience and practical interaction are critical aspects of the MS 1111 experience. Lecture/Lab. --- # MS 2312 — Military Organization/Tactics I Explores the dimensions of creative and innovative tactical leadership strategies and styles by examining team dynamics and two historical leadership theories that form the basis of the Army leadership framework (trait and behavior theories). Cadets practice aspects of personal motivation and team building in the context of planning, executing, and assessing team exercises and participating in leadership labs. Focus is on continued development of the knowledge of leadership attributes and core leader competencies through an understanding of Army rank, structure, duties and basic aspects of la… --- # MS 2402 — Military Organization/Tactics II Examines the challenges of leading tactical teams in the operational environment. The course highlights dimensions of terrain analysis, patrolling, and operation orders. Further study of the theoretical basis of the Army Leadership Requirements Model explores the dynamics of adaptive leadership in the context of military operations. MS 2402 prepares Cadets for MS 3503 . Cadets develop greater self awareness as they assess their own leadership styles and practice communication and team building skills. Case studies give insight into the importance and practice of teamwork and tactics in real-w… --- # MS 3503 — Advanced Leadership and Tactics I Challenges Cadets to study, practice, and evaluate adaptive leadership skills as they are presented with challenging scenarios related to squad tactical operations. Cadets receive systematic and specific feedback on their leadership attributes and actions. Based on such feedback, as well as their own self-evaluations, Cadets continue to develop their leadership and critical thinking abilities. Focus is on developing Cadets' tactical leadership abilities to enable them to succeed at ROTC's summer Leadership Development and Assessment Course (LDAC). Lecture/Lab. --- # MS 3603 — Advanced Leadership and Tactics II Continuation of MS 3503 . Course uses increasingly intense situations applying team leadership challenges to build Cadet awareness and skills in leading tactical operations at the small unit level. Cadets review aspects of full spectrum operations. They also conduct military briefings and develop proficiency in the operation orders process. Focus is on exploring, evaluating, and developing skills in decision-making, persuading, and motivating team members in the contemporary operating environment (COE). MS 3603 Cadets are evaluated on what they know and do as leaders as they prepare to attend… --- # MS 4013 — United States Military History A study of the American military from its colonial origins to the present, including the development of the military establishment and its relationship with American society. --- # MS 4703 — Applied Leadership and Management I Transitions the focus of student learning from being trained, mentored and evaluated as an MS Ill Cadet, to learning how to train, mentor and evaluate underclass Cadets. MS IV Cadets will learn the duties and responsibilities of an Army staff officer and apply the Military Decision Making Process (MDMP), the Army Writing Style and the Army's Training Management and METL Development processes during weekly Training Meetings to plan execute and assess battalion training events. Cadets will learn how to safely conduct this training by understanding and employing the Composite Risk Management Pro… --- # MS 4803 — Applied Leadership and Management II Continuation of MS 4703 . Explores the dynamics of leading Soldier's in Full Spectrum Operations in the Contemporary Operating Environment (COE). Cadets examine differences in Customs and Courtesies, Principles of War, and Rules of Engagement in the face of Terrorism. They also explore aspects of interacting with Non-Government Organizations, Civilians on the Battlefield, and Host Nation Support and explore Counterinsurgency Operations. Cadets will learn what Support Services are available to assist Soldiers and their families in times of need such as; Red Cross, CFC, AER, etc. MS IVs will de… --- # MS 4903 — Advanced Officership I is a special problems course on professional military related topics. The course will emphasize personal and professional goals for officers and related tactics involved in military history. --- # MTLL 6003 — School Organization and Leadership for Teacher Leaders This course will examine how schools are organized and supported from the federal level to the local school. The concepts of leadership and its role at all levels will be a focal part of this study. Students will begin to examine their leadership style and dispositions. --- # MTLL 6113 — Action Research and Data Analysis for School and Classroom Use This course will focus on the analysis of data with emphasis on student achievement and whole school accountability. Data driven decision-making will be examined. Students will look at research methodologies with a focus on action research and the role of the leader in facilitating action research in the field. --- # MTLL 6123 — Instructional Leadership for the Master Teacher This course will focus on the "hard and soft" skills of instructional leadership. The teaching and learning process will be the focus of student work. Students will learn how to observe and coach for excellence in teaching and learning. The reflective practice model will serve as a basis for theory and skill development. --- # MTLL 6133 — Elements of Curriculum This course will focus on national, state, and local curriculum standards. Students will gain an understanding of the alignment issues of curriculum, instruction, and assessment as they prepare a curriculum artifact based on the principles of curriculum. --- # MTLL 6143 — Organizational Change and the Role of the Master Teacher This course will examine theories of change looking at research and case studies of first and second order change. Students will gain strategies as leaders of change as schools work to move closer to higher performance. Students will study a current change taking place in a school. --- # MTLL 6152 — Professional Portfolio for the Master Teacher This course will examine the role of the student portfolio and the teaching portfolio. The main focus will be the professional portfolio for the candidate's completion of their degree program. --- # MTLL 6163 — Communication Advocacy & Policy Development for the Master Teacher Effective means of communicating classroom related issues, in order to be an advocate for teaching and learning practices that make a difference in teaching and learning, will be examined in this course as well as ways for the teacher to impact policy development at the district, state, and national levels. --- # MTLL 6202 — Professionalization of Teaching for the Master Teacher This course will examine the philosophies and historical perspectives of education for the purpose of reflection on individual teaching and learning practices. Students will purposefully explore and define who they are as a master teacher and what core beliefs impact teaching and learning in their classroom. --- # MTLL 6223 — Teaching and Learning for the Master Teacher This course will explore theories and best practices that can lead to improved student performance. --- # MTLL 6233 — Advanced Teaching and Learning In this course the graduate student pursuing the NTL option will continue the exploration of teaching and learning theories and research-based classroom practices to promote improved student learning. --- # MTLL 6242 — Cognitive Coaching and Mentoring for the Master Teacher Students will develop the necessary skills that will enable the master teacher to be a peer learning coach and mentor for the inductee, peer, and/or marginal teacher. --- # MTLL 6253 — Advanced Curriculum Design This course will focus on advanced methods of curriculum design. The role of the teacher leader in the curriculum development process will be explored and acquisition of the skills necessary to facilitate, implement, assess, and sustain the process will be learned. --- # MTLL 6262 — Action Research Practicum for the Master Teacher This course will focus on the implementation of the student action research design, developed in the initial research course, Action Research and Data Analysis for School and Classroom Use. Analysis of field data from this research will be aggregated with emphasis on student achievement. Effective communication of the research results to various audiences will also be explored. --- # MTLL 6271 — Resource Acquisition for the Master Teacher This course will provide the opportunity for students to discuss, explore, and acquire skills that will supplement means to augment classroom resources in addition to the allocated budget. --- # MTLL 6292 — Evaluation of Classroom Learning for the Master Teacher Assessment, to evaluate student performance, will be explored with the emphasis being on authentic assessments. --- # MTLL 6551 — Internship Practicum The purpose of the Intern Practicum is to provide the Non-Traditional (NTL) graduate student with an opportunity to apply theory and practice into experiences in the classroom. $50 per credit hour internship practicum fee. --- # MTLL 6552 — Internship Practicum The purpose of the Intern Practicum is to provide the Non-Traditional (NTL) graduate student with an opportunity to apply theory and practice into experiences in the classroom. $100 per credit hour internship practicum fee. --- # MTLL 6553 — Internship Practicum The purpose of the Intern Practicum is to provide the Non-Traditional (NTL) graduate student with an opportunity to apply theory and practice into experiences in the classroom. $150 per credit hour internship practicum fee. --- # MTLL 6554 — Internship Practicum The purpose of the Intern Practicum is to provide the Non-Traditional (NTL) graduate student with an opportunity to apply theory and practice into experiences in the classroom. $200 per credit hour internship practicum fee. --- # MUS 1000 — Recital Attendance Offered on a pass/fail basis. Students are required to attend a specified number of recitals each semester and must pass at least six semesters to receive the B.A. degree in music or bachelor of music education. --- # MUS 1001 — Applied Music - Trumpet Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1002 — Applied Music - Trumpet Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1011 — Applied Music - French Horn Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1012 — Applied Music - French Horn Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1021 — Applied Music - Trombone Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1022 — Applied Music - Trombone Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1031 — Applied Music - Euphonium Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1032 — Applied Music - Euphonium Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1041 — Applied Music - Tuba Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1042 — Applied Music - Tuba Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1051 — Applied Music - Clarinet Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1052 — Applied Music - Clarinet Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1061 — Applied Music - Oboe Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1062 — Applied Music - Oboe Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1071 — Applied Music - Flute Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1072 — Applied Music - Flute Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1081 — Applied Music - Saxophone Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1082 — Applied Music - Saxophone Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1091 — Applied Music - Bassoon Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1092 — Applied Music - Bassoon Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1101 — Applied Music - Violin Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1141 — Applied Music - Percussion Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1142 — Applied Music - Percussion Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1191 — Vocal Diction A study of the pronunciation rules for singers through the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet. --- # MUS 1201 — Applied Music - Piano Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1202 — Applied Music - Piano Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1221 — Applied Music - Organ Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1222 — Applied Music - Organ Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1231 — Applied Music - Voice Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1232 — Applied Music - Voice Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 1301 — Opera Workshop The course of study will involve selected scenes from standard opera literature prepared for dramatic presentation. Research will be required pertaining to the historical setting, appropriate costumes, and mannerisms of the period being studied. Staging techniques and set building will be included as deemed necessary to each presentation. --- # MUS 1311 — Jazz Ensemble Membership selected by audition. Study and performance of big band jazz styles from the 1930's to present. --- # MUS 1321 — Jazz Piano Materials and practices for typical jazz keyboard playing. One hour per week. --- # MUS 1411 — Class Piano I Music majors only. A development of the fundamental skills of the piano, emphasizing those aspects most useful to non-piano majors. A knowledge of scales and chords is stressed, as is sight reading, improvisation, playing in all keys, and harmonizing melodies. --- # MUS 1421 — Class Piano II A development of the fundamental skills of the piano, emphasizing those aspects most useful to non-piano majors. Students will continue to develop skills through performance of scales, chords, sight reading, improvisation, playing in all keys, and harmonizing melodies. --- # MUS 1431 — Class Piano III Music majors only. A development of the fundamental skills of the piano, emphasizing those aspects most useful to non-piano majors. Students will begin to develop skills in reading multiple score parts, modulation, harmonizing with secondary chords, improvisation, playing a wide variety of literature, and accompanying. --- # MUS 1440 — Piano Proficiency A pass/fail course for students to demonstrate piano proficiency emphasizing those aspects most useful to non-piano majors. A demonstration of chords, sight reading, improvising, playing in all keys, harmonizing melodies, multiple-part score reading, modulation, harmonizing with secondary chords, improvising in various styles, playing a wide variety of literature, and accompanying is expected. --- # MUS 1441 — Class Piano IV Music majors only. A development of the fundamental skills of the piano, emphasizing those aspects most useful to non piano majors. Students will continue to develop skills in reading multiple score parts, modulation, harmonizing with secondary chords, improvisation, playing a wide variety of literature, and accompanying. --- # MUS 1501 — Band Open to students who can satisfy audition requirements. Marching Band, fall semester, or permission of instructor is a prerequisite for Concert Band, spring semester. Fall semester stresses marching band. Spring semester stresses symphonic and concert bands in the study and performance of quality literature. --- # MUS 1511 — Brass Choir Membership selected by audition. Study and performance of representative brass literature. Rehearsal 3 hours weekly. --- # MUS 1521 — Woodwind Ensembles Open to all students. Membership selected by audition. Two hours weekly. --- # MUS 1531 — Brass Ensembles Open to all students. Membership selected by audition. Two hours weekly. --- # MUS 1541 — Percussion Ensembles Open to all students. Membership selected by audition. Two hours weekly. --- # MUS 1551 — Chamber Ensembles Open to all students. Membership selected by audition. Two hours weekly. --- # MUS 1571 — University Choir Open to all students. A select vocal group of approximately sixty members selected by audition. Study and performance of choral literature of all periods. --- # MUS 1581 — Choral Artists Open to all students by audition. A select choral ensemble of approximately sixteen voices specializing in the performance of chamber choral music from all historical periods. Off-campus performances include tours and public relations functions for the university. --- # MUS 1631 — Symphonic Wind Ensemble The Symphonic Wind Ensemble is the premiere wind-performing ensemble at Arkansas Tech University performing a balanced mix of traditional and new repertoire. Emphasis is placed on the highest artistic standards, professionalism in performance excellence while offering pedagogy for the advanced musician. --- # MUS 1681 — Concert Chorale Open to all students by audition. A select choral ensemble of choral music from all historical periods. Two or three major concerts are presented each semester. --- # MUS 1713 — Theory I Study of scales, triads, seventh chords, diatonic harmonies, simple modulation. Introduction to small forms. --- # MUS 1723 — Theory II Study of scales, triads, seventh chords, diatonic harmonies, simple modulation. Introduction to small forms. --- # MUS 1731 — Ear Training I The elements of music fundamentals, both written and aural. --- # MUS 1741 — Ear Training II The elements of music fundamentals, both written and aural. --- # MUS 1751 — Orientation to Music A course designed to provide information and enhance skills that will enable music majors to make a successful transition into the ATU department of music. The course will expose students to college/departmental resources and requirements, and promote the development of practical skills for college success. --- # MUS 2000 — Applied Competency A pass/fail course for students to demonstrate proficiency on their major performing instrument. Students demonstrate technical and musical performance proficiency by performing a solo/etude, major and minor scales as well as sight reading. --- # MUS 2003 — Survey of Music History An overall view of music history from Medieval to Contemporary times with a focus on relating musical happenings and concepts to the other arts. --- # MUS 2013 — Digital Audio Production An introduction to digital audio production through lectures, practical assignments, and in-class exercises. Open to students in all majors. --- # MUS 2023 — American Popular Music An exploration of American popular music from the 19th century to the present, including hits history, styles, composers, artists, and genres. --- # MUS 2191 — Vocal Diction II A study of the rules of pronunciation for German, French, and English for singers through the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet. --- # MUS 2201 — Accompanying Seminar Development of basic accompanying techniques. Class coaching and presentation one hour weekly, plus assigned accompanying responsibilities in a variety of media. --- # MUS 2441 — Class Voice Development of basic vocal techniques through group participation and solo singing. Emphasis is placed on understanding of vocal pedagogy. Supervised practice two hours per week. --- # MUS 2703 — Music Technology Applications of Technology in Music Education. An overview of current technologies to enhance music instruction, assessment, and productivity by the music educator. --- # MUS 2713 — Theory III More advanced harmonic concepts, modulation, chromatic harmonies. Further study of larger forms. --- # MUS 2723 — Theory IV More advanced harmonic concepts, modulation, chromatic harmonies. Further study of larger forms. --- # MUS 2731 — Ear Training III Further work in more advanced ear training and sight singing. --- # MUS 2741 — Ear Training IV Further work in more advanced ear training and sight singing. --- # MUS 3000 — Recital Attendance Offered on a pass/fail basis. Students are required to attend a specified number of recitals each semester and must pass at least six semesters to receive the B.A. degree in music or bachelor of music education. --- # MUS 3001 — Applied Music - Trumpet Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3002 — Applied Music - Trumpet Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3003 — Applied Music - Trumpet Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3011 — Applied Music - French Horn Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3012 — Applied Music - French Horn Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3013 — Applied Music - French Horn Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3021 — Applied Music - Trombone Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3022 — Applied Music - Trombone Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3023 — Applied Music - Trombone Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3031 — Applied Music - Euphonium Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3032 — Applied Music - Euphonium Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3033 — Applied Music - Euphonium Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3041 — Applied Music - Tuba Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3042 — Applied Music - Tuba Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3043 — Applied Music - Tuba Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3051 — Applied Music - Clarinet Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3052 — Applied Music - Clarinet Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3053 — Applied Music - Clarinet Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3061 — Applied Music - Oboe Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3062 — Applied Music - Oboe Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3063 — Applied Music - Oboe Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3071 — Applied Music - Flute Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3072 — Applied Music - Flute Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3073 — Applied Music - Flute Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3081 — Applied Music - Saxophone Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3082 — Applied Music - Saxophone Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3083 — Applied Music - Saxophone Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3091 — Applied Music - Bassoon Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3092 — Applied Music - Bassoon Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3093 — Applied Music - Bassoon Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3141 — Applied Music - Percussion Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3142 — Applied Music - Percussion Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3143 — Applied Music - Percussion Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3191 — Vocal Solo Literature A survey of vocal solo literature with emphasis on historical development and appropriate use for various vocal types. --- # MUS 3201 — Applied Music - Piano Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3202 — Applied Music - Piano Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3203 — Applied Music - Piano Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3221 — Applied Music - Organ Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3222 — Applied Music - Organ Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3231 — Applied Music - Voice Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3232 — Applied Music - Voice Musical performance includes private study, class piano, class voice, and ensembles. In numbering applied music courses, the first digit, numeral 1, is used for freshman and sophomore level courses; the numeral 3 for junior and senior level courses. The second and third digits indicate applied concentration area (e.g. 20 = piano) and the final digit indicates hours of semester credit. Applied Music (private instruction) requires permission of the department head and is required of all music majors. Applied music students may be assigned participation in designated ensembles in addition to req… --- # MUS 3281 — Secondary Instrumental Methods and Materials I Laboratory experience in conducting and performance of materials appropriate to teaching band in the public school. --- # MUS 3301 — Opera Workshop The course of study will involve selected scenes from standard opera literature prepared for dramatic presentation. Research will be required pertaining to the historical setting, appropriate costumes, and mannerisms of the period being studied. Staging techniques and set building will be included as deemed necessary to each presentation. --- # MUS 3311 — Jazz Ensemble Membership selected by audition. Study and performance of big band jazz styles from the 1930's to present. --- # MUS 3321 — Practice of Improvisation Laboratory experience in improvisation in all jazz styles. --- # MUS 3322 — Theory of Improvisation (Jazz) Music theory, materials and practices for improvising or extemporaneous playing. May not be taken for credit after completion of MUS 3332 . One hour class, two hour laboratory per week. --- # MUS 3332 — Theory of Improvisation (Jazz) One hour class, two hour laboratory per week. --- # MUS 3401 — Brass Instruments A study of the instruments of the brass family to the extent that scales and grade one and two solos can be played on selected instruments. Class two hours, practice two hours. --- # MUS 3421 — Woodwind Instruments, Double Reeds A study of playing and teaching techniques of the woodwind family (oboe, bassoon). Playing of selected instruments will be developed through major scales and grade one and two solos or methods. --- # MUS 3431 — Woodwind Instruments, Single Reeds A study of playing and teaching techniques of the woodwind family (flute, clarinet, saxophone). Playing of selected instruments will be developed through major scales and grade one and two solos or methods. --- # MUS 3442 — Piano Pedagogy A study of pedagogical principles involved in the teaching of private and class piano, with emphasis on outside reading, class discussion, and observation of actual lessons and classes. --- # MUS 3481 — Stringed Instruments A study of instruments of the string family (violin, viola, cello, and string bass) with emphasis on the fundamentals of good tone production and bowing techniques to the extent that scales and grade one and two orchestra music can be played on selected instruments. --- # MUS 3501 — Band Open to students who can satisfy audition requirements. Marching Band, fall semester, or permission of instructor is a prerequisite for Concert Band, spring semester. Fall semester stresses marching band. Spring semester stresses symphonic and concert bands in the study and performance of quality literature. --- # MUS 3511 — Brass Choir Membership selected by audition. Study and performance of representative brass literature. Rehearsal 3 hours weekly. --- # MUS 3521 — Woodwind Ensembles Open to all students. Membership selected by audition. Two hours weekly. --- # MUS 3531 — Brass Ensembles Open to all students. Membership selected by audition. Two hours weekly. --- # MUS 3541 — Percussion Ensembles Open to all students. Membership selected by audition. Two hours weekly. --- # MUS 3551 — Chamber Ensembles Open to all students. Membership selected by audition. Two hours weekly. --- # MUS 3571 — University Choir Open to all students. A select vocal group of approximately sixty members selected by audition. Study and performance of choral literature of all periods. --- # MUS 3581 — Choral Artists Open to all students by audition. A select choral ensemble of approximately sixteen voices specializing in the performance of chamber choral music from all historical periods. Off-campus performances include tours and public relations functions for the university. --- # MUS 3631 — Symphonic Wind Ensemble The Symphonic Wind Ensemble is the premiere wind-performing ensemble at Arkansas Tech University performing a balanced mix of traditional and new repertoire. Emphasis is placed on the highest artistic standards, professionalism in performance excellence while offering pedagogy for the advanced musician. --- # MUS 3681 — Concert Chorale Open to all students by audition. A select choral ensemble of choral music from all historical periods. Two or three major concerts are presented each semester. --- # MUS 3692 — History of Music III A study of 20th century music. Includes one unit of non- western music. --- # MUS 3723 — Electronic Music Creation Composition and production of select electronic music genres through in-class exercises and bi-weekly assignments. --- # MUS 3762 — Instrumental and Choral Arranging An introduction to scoring for instrumental and choral groups to meet the needs of adapting music to meet the needs and ability levels of school performing groups and classroom situations. --- # MUS 3771 — Composition The study of basic compositional techniques of twentieth-century works and completion of composition project. --- # MUS 3772 — Composition The study of basic compositional techniques of twentieth-century works and completion of composition project. --- # MUS 3773 — History of Music I A study of Western Art music from ancient civilization to A.D. 1750. --- # MUS 3783 — History of Music II A study of classical and 19th century music. --- # MUS 3801 — Principles of Conducting Principles and practices of conducting; a study of music terminology and transpositions; development of baton techniques based on the practice of outstanding choral and instrumental conductors. --- # MUS 3821 — Secondary Choral Methods and Materials I Choral conducting techniques, tone and diction styles and interpretation, rehearsal techniques, programs and concerts, planning and organization, and service information. Conducting of student ensembles and organizations. Methods and materials I will include review of literature for large and small ensembles appropriate for middle school, junior high, and smaller high school teaching situations. --- # MUS 3853 — Music in the Elementary Classroom A study of current practices, methods, and materials for teaching general music to elementary school children with emphasis on curriculum development. --- # MUS 3901 — Secondary Music Methods and Materials I Laboratory experience in conducting and performance of materials appropriate to teaching choral and instrumental music in the public secondary schools. --- # MUS 4000 — Capstone Recital A culmination of applied study, the capstone recital is a public exhibition of technical skills and artistic self-expression on repertory in the major performance area. --- # MUS 4201 — Accompanying Seminar Advanced accompanying techniques for piano majors. Class coaching and presentation one hour weekly, plus assigned responsibilities in a variety of media. This course may be repeated three times. --- # MUS 4281 — Secondary Instrumental Methods and Materials II Laboratory experience in conducting and performance of materials appropriate to teaching band in the public school. --- # MUS 4461 — Percussion Instruments A study of the instruments of the percussion family to the extent that scales and/or rudiments and grade one and two solos can be played on selected instruments. Designed as a practical preparation for public school teachers. Two hours weekly. --- # MUS 4701 — Teaching Music in the Elementary and Secondary School Supervised student teaching in the music classroom exploring the principals of curriculum construction, teaching methods, use of community resources and assessment related to teaching music. --- # MUS 4712 — Form and Analysis A study of the standard forms of the Classical period with emphasis on instrumental forms and genres developed in the period 1750-1825 and the continuation and expansion of those forms in the nineteenth century. --- # MUS 4801 — Advanced Conducting Continued study of the principles and practices of conducting. Additional topics will include score study and preparation, stylistic interpretation, and verbal and visual communication of musical intent. --- # MUS 4811 — Keyboard Literature A survey of piano or organ literature with emphasis on historical development, analysis of selected compositions, and listings of suitable pedagogical materials. --- # MUS 4821 — Secondary Choral Methods and Materials II Choral conducting techniques, tone and diction styles and interpretation, rehearsal techniques, programs and concerts, planning and organization, and service information. Conducting of student ensembles and organizations. Methods and materials II will include a review of historically important choral works and the music of the master composers of each musical epoch. Sight singing methods for group sight reading will be reviewed. --- # MUS 4832 — Vocal Pedagogy A study of pedagogical principles involved in the teaching of singing, with emphasis on outside reading, class discussion, and laboratory teaching of actual voice students. --- # MUS 4853 — Music of the World's Peoples Open to students in all majors. A survey of predominantly non-Western world music cultures with attention to sonic structures, musicians, musical instruments, and socio-cultural contexts of music making. Listening emphasized. --- # MUS 4901 — Secondary Music Methods and Materials II Laboratory experience in conducting and performance of materials appropriate to teaching vocal and instrumental music in the public secondary schools. --- # MUS 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Music Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # MUS 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Music Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # MUS 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Music Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # MUS 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Music Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # MUS 4971 — Marching Band Techniques A study of the techniques and skills necessary to create and maintain a successful marching band program at the high school level. --- # MUS 4983 — Sound Design Seminar Advanced study of synthesis and sampling technologies through state-of-the-art audio technology available at the ATU Media and Audio Labs. --- # MUS 4991 — Special Problems in Music Additional work in an area of the student's choice under the direction of the faculty member competent in that area. --- # MUS 4992 — Special Problems in Music Additional work in an area of the student's choice under the direction of the faculty member competent in that area. --- # MUS 4993 — Special Problems in Music Additional work in an area of the student's choice under the direction of the faculty member competent in that area. --- # MUS 5853 — Music of the World's Peoples A survey of predominantly non-Western world music cultures with attention to sonic structures, musicians, musical instruments, and socio-cultural contexts of music making. Listening emphasized. This course may not be taken for credit after completion of MUS 4853 or equivalent. --- # MUS 6001 — Applied Music Individual instrument, vocal, or conducting lessons. --- # MUS 6002 — Applied Music Individual instrument, vocal, or conducting lessons. --- # MUS 6013 — Introduction to Music Education Research Problems and methods of research in music education. Includes application of pure and action research and investigation of published research in music education. --- # MUS 6023 — Music Curriculum & Assessment Includes advanced study of 21st century music education curriculum, instruction, assessment, and research-based practices applicable for teaching junior and senior high school performing and non-performing courses. Classroom management strategies and use of multiple modes of technology applicable for teaching and assessing music will be addressed. --- # MUS 6032 — Contemporary Issues in Music Education This course provides the opportunity to investigate current issues influencing music education in the public schools. Course topics will change each semester and may include subjects such as the use of new technologies, political issues related to education, and students with special needs to name a few. --- # MUS 6042 — Applied Music Pedagogy This course provides a broad introduction to the methodologies, practices, and applications of music pedagogy for advanced musicians. The course material will include historical treatises, method books, scales and technical studies, etudes, and grades repertoire. Each topic of discussion will be addressed through independent research, reading, discussion, and the practical application of concepts and exercises through studio or classroom teaching. --- # MUS 6103 — Graduate Capstone Project Independent study leading to the completion of the Graduate Capstone Project. --- # MUS 6203 — Topics in Music Theory & Analysis Examination of various topics in music theory and analysis through the intensive study of selected periods/composers and musical compositions. --- # MUS 6303 — Topics in Music History Examination of various topics through the intensive study of selected periods/composers in music history. --- # MUS 6891 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. --- # MUS 6892 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. --- # MUS 6893 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. --- # MUS 6894 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. --- # NUR 1001 — Orientation to Nursing A one hour elective course for students interested in pursuing nursing as a professional career. The student is introduced to the history of nursing, issues and trends, basic nursing education, advanced education for nurses, and nursing career opportunities. Students interested in nursing or a career in science are encouraged to take this course during the fall semester of their freshman year. --- # NUR 2023 — Introduction to Professional Nursing A non-clinical three-hour course which introduces the student to selected basic concepts in professional nursing. The course focuses on nursing as a caring profession and encompasses nurse roles and functions, ethics, standards, legal aspects, holism, wellness, health care delivery, mathematical concepts, communication, teaching/learning, clinical judgment and reasoning. The Conceptual Framework and Philosophy of the ATU Department of Nursing will be explored. --- # NUR 2303 — Nutrition Principles of normal nutrition at all stages of the life cycle are emphasized. Growth and development needs are incorporated into the maintenance, restoration of nutritional health, and in the prevention of nutritional deficit. Exploration is conducted of the social, religious, and cultural factors which affect nutritional health. --- # NUR 3103 — Nursing Skills I This course provides the student with theory and guided practice of basic psychomotor nursing skills using interactive media and simulated laboratory settings. Emphasis is placed on the quality and safety of nursing care. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours equal to one credit hour. --- # NUR 3206 — Concepts in Nursing I This course is an introduction to the cognitive framework of the curriculum which emphasizes holistic man, environment, and nursing as an interacting system. It explores bio-psycho-social and spiritual dimensions of health across the lifespan, with focused application to adults, including older adults and their families. Students learn the nursing process and clinical judgement as foundations for care, with emphasis on assessment, health promotion, wellness, and disease prevention. Concepts of professionalism and care for clients with self-limiting and chronic conditions in structured health… --- # NUR 3303 — Health Assessment The student uses clinical judgment to assess the client using specific assessment techniques and enables differentiation between normal and abnormal assessment findings throughout the life cycle. The student understands the importance of communication with patients and healthcare professionals. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hour. --- # NUR 3402 — Pharmacology I This introductory course focuses on the use, effects, mode of action, and study of the body's reaction to drugs. Emphasis is placed on nursing considerations related to safe medication administration. --- # NUR 3404 — Clinical Nursing I Clinical provides opportunities for the integration and application of nursing concepts, skills, reasoning and judgment in adult medical-surgical health. 12 Clinical hours equal to 4 credit hours. --- # NUR 3513 — Nursing Skills II This course provides the student with theory and guided practice of intermediate psychomotor nursing skills using interactive media and simulated laboratory settings. Emphasis is placed on the quality and safety of nursing care. Lecture 2 hour, laboratory 3 hours equal to one credit hour. --- # NUR 3606 — Concepts in Nursing II This course explores concepts of person-centered and family nursing care of obstetric, pediatric, and surgical populations. A clinical judgment model is utilized to guide students in developing clinical reasoning and subsequent clinical judgment. Lecture six hours. --- # NUR 3792 — Concepts Competency I A competency course for the junior level student who has failed a clinical course but passed the co-requisite concepts course; or had a break in enrollment from the nursing curriculum. NUR 3792 should be taken concurrently with the accompanying clinical course the student is repeating. Students who have been absent from the nursing curriculum must prove competence at the level of the last concepts course completed before reentry into the nursing curriculum (ATU DON Progression Policy). --- # NUR 3801 — Pharmacology II This secondary course provides a comprehensive examination of pharmacological principles, including drug classifications, mechanisms of action, therapeutic effects, and the body's physiological responses. Emphasis is placed on the application of evidence-based nursing practices to ensure safe, effective medication administration. Special focus is given to pharmacologic considerations in specialty areas such as women's health, perioperative care, and pediatrics, preparing BSN students for clinical decision-making across diverse patient populations. --- # NUR 3803 — Applied Pathophysiology This course focuses on the mechanisms and concepts of selected pathological disturbances in the human body. Emphasis is placed on how the specific pathological condition affects the functioning of the system involved, as well as its impact on all other body systems. --- # NUR 3805 — Clinical Nursing II provides opportunities for the integration and application of nursing concepts, skills, reasoning and judgment in obstetric, pediatric and surgical populations. 15 clinical hours equal to 5 credit hours. --- # NUR 3892 — Clinical Competency I A competency course for the junior level student who has failed a Concepts course but passed the co-requisite Clinical course; or had a break in enrollment from the nursing curriculum. NUR 3892 should be taken concurrently with the accompanying Concepts course the student is repeating. Students who have been absent from the nursing curriculum must prove competence at the level of the last clinical/lab course completed before reentry into the nursing curriculum (ATU DON Progression Policy). --- # NUR 4002 — Nursing Informatics This course examines the field of healthcare informatics. The course emphasizes the usage and recognition of the legal implications of technology in healthcare. Students will explore communication software, databases, and applications utilized in healthcare and education. --- # NUR 4206 — Concepts in Nursing III This course explores concepts of advanced medical-surgical, intensive care, and psychiatric health. A clinical judgment model is utilized to guide students in developing clinical reasoning and subsequent clinical judgment. --- # NUR 4303 — Nursing Research This introductory research course focuses on the validity and applicability of research findings for the improvement of nursing practice. Emphasis is on scientific inquiry and the role of the nurse as an intelligent consumer of research. --- # NUR 4405 — Clinical Nursing III Clinical provides opportunities for the integration and application of nursing concepts, skills, reasoning and judgment in advanced adult medical-surgical, intensive care, and psychiatric health. 15 clinical hours equal to 5 credit hours. --- # NUR 4501 — Pharmacology III This concluding course provides a comprehensive examination of pharmacological principles, including drug classifications, mechanisms of action, therapeutic effects, and the body's physiological responses. Emphasis is placed on the application of evidence-based nursing practices to ensure safe, effective medication administration. Special focus is given to pharmacologic considerations in specialty areas such as psychiatric, emergent, and critical care, preparing BSN students for clinical decision-making across diverse patient populations. --- # NUR 4502 — Principles of ACLS This course is designed to offer the student the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate early treatment for cardiopulmonary arrest in the adult patient. Students will examine ethical considerations in resuscitation as it applies to clinical practice. Simulated laboratory experiences will be provided utilizing current ACLS protocols as guidelines for emergency care. --- # NUR 4606 — Concepts in Nursing IV This course explores concepts of community/population health, professional role and leadership, interprofessional partnership, management theories, techniques, and systems-based practice. A clinical judgment model is utilized to guide students in developing clinical reasoning and subsequent clinical judgment. Lecture six hours. --- # NUR 4792 — Concepts Competency II A competency course for the senior level student who has failed a Clinical course but passed the co-requisite Concepts course; or had a break in enrollment from the nursing curriculum. NUR 3792 should be taken concurrently with the accompanying clinical course the student is repeating. Students who have been absent from the nursing curriculum must prove competence at the level of the last concepts course completed before reentry into the nursing curriculum (ATU DON Progression Policy). --- # NUR 4804 — Clinical Nursing IV Clinical provides opportunities for the integration and application of nursing concepts, skills, reasoning and judgment in community/population health and systems-based practice environments. 12 clinical hours. --- # NUR 4892 — Clinical Competency II A competency course for the senior level student who has failed a concepts course but passed the co-requisite clinical course; or had a break in enrollment from the nursing curriculum. NUR 3892 should be taken concurrently with the accompanying concepts course the student is repeating. Students who have been absent from the nursing curriculum must prove competence at the level of the last clinical/lab course completed before reentry into the nursing curriculum (ATU DON Progression Policy). --- # NUR 4903 — Synthesis of Clinical and Theoretical Concepts A capstone course to demonstrate academic achievement, clinical reasoning, and judgment through preceptorship and NCLEX preparation. --- # NUR 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Nursing Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # NUR 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Nursing Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # NUR 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Nursing Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # NUR 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Nursing --- # NUR 4971 — Pharmacology Review This course is designed as a review of pharmacology for the licensed nurse or nursing major. --- # NUR 4990 — Independent Study Faculty and student collaborate on the selection, development, and evaluation of an individual project or topic in an area of nursing or health. --- # NUR 4991 — Independent Study Faculty and student collaborate on the selection, development, and evaluation of an individual project or topic in an area of nursing or health. 15 clock hours per credit hour. --- # NUR 4992 — Independent Study Faculty and student collaborate on the selection, development, and evaluation of an individual project or topic in an area of nursing or health. 15 clock hours per credit hour. --- # NUR 4993 — Independent Study Faculty and student collaborate on the selection, development, and evaluation of an individual project or topic in an area of nursing or health. 15 clock hours per credit hour. --- # NUR 4994 — Independent Study Faculty and student collaborate on the selection, development, and evaluation of an individual project or topic in an area of nursing or health. 15 clock hours per credit hour. --- # NUR 6103 — Theoretical Perspectives This course is designed to provide the student with the skills necessary to critique, evaluate, and apply theories from nursing and related healthcare disciplines. Philosophical and theoretical underpinnings of the nursing discipline will be explored with in depth discussion of knowledge development and theory analysis. Students will study a selected phenomenon in depth and learn the strategies for concept analysis and development, and application of theory to practice. $15 course fee. --- # NUR 6203 — Research Design and Methods This course focuses on quantitative and qualitative research design with an emphasis on strategies for incorporating current research findings into the provision of healthcare to improve quality of care and care delivery. Students will identify common problems in nursing and healthcare systems, and determine the most appropriate research methodology for finding or creating solutions. Students are expected to critically appraise published research and develop appropriate and creative methods for utilizing current research findings in a variety of healthcare settings. $15 course fee. --- # NUR 6303 — Law, Ethics, and Policy in Healthcare This course is an overview of current trends in healthcare today and the legal, ethical, and policy issues that may be confronted. Students will examine contemporary social, economic, ethical, and legislative issues influencing healthcare policy. Legal liability of professionals, personal law, legal compliance, professional practice standards, ethical standards, and laws related to information management and patient records will be addressed. $15 course fee. --- # NUR 6313 — Role of the Healthcare Administrator This course will prepare the graduate to analyze theories and research relevant to the role of the healthcare administrator as leader and manager. Emphasis will be placed on the internal and external forces influencing the administrator role. Seminars will focus on leadership and management theory, healthcare policy, organization, healthcare delivery systems. The graduate will be able to assume a leadership role in the managing of human, fiscal, and physical healthcare resources in a variety of healthcare settings. $15 course fee. --- # NUR 6333 — Epidemics and Pandemics This course introduces students to the history of infectious diseases and their causative agents, emerging and reemerging diseases that lead to epidemics and pandemics, fundamental epidemiological principles, and surveillance and mitigation strategies. Factors such as urbanization, modern transportation systems, environment, and disrupted ecosystems contributing to the emergence of new infectious diseases and the spread of older diseases will be explored. This course will also examine societal responses to disease, public policy considerations, and the emerging threat of bioweapons. --- # NUR 6403 — Non-Thesis Project Directed research study of a topic selected by the student, incorporating literature review of current research findings and a written project proposal. This course is designed to provide an opportunity for the student to identify a topic of interest and propose a strategy for implementation of a new program of system change. $15 course fee. --- # NUR 6503 — Organizational Behavior in Healthcare This course deals both with human resource issues in the healthcare organizations and with the theoretical foundations of organizational development as an applied behavioral science. Attention will be directed to the dynamics of contemporary human relations in healthcare organizations.$15 course fee. --- # NUR 6513 — Fiscal Management in Health Care System Financial management and systems development in a changing health care environment are the focus of this course. This course begins with a basic review of accounting systems in health care facilities. Key concepts such as cost behavior and analysis, budgeting, and internal controls are all explored. Strategic planning and implementation will also be examined. $15 course fee. --- # NUR 6526 — Nursing Administration Practicum This course is designed to promote student application of theory to practice. Students, with faculty approval, will select the healthcare setting and nurse administrator for the practicum. Students will be required to plan their studies, set specific learning objectives, and provide formal written reports on their findings. The nurse administrator should work closely with his/her preceptor to assess job requirements, analyze budgets and budgetary needs, and develop a plan to provide quality, cost-effective nursing care to patients. $30 course fee. --- # NUR 6991 — Research Thesis This course is directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. The student will be required to present the thesis in a seminar to faculty and other graduate students. $5 course fee per credit hour. --- # NUR 6992 — Research Thesis This course is directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. The student will be required to present the thesis in a seminar to faculty and other graduate students. $5 course fee per credit hour. --- # NUR 6993 — Research Thesis This course is directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. The student will be required to present the thesis in a seminar to faculty and other graduate students. $5 course fee per credit hour. --- # NUR 6994 — Research Thesis This course is directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. The student will be required to present the thesis in a seminar to faculty and other graduate students. $5 course fee per credit hour. --- # NUR 6995 — Research Thesis This course is directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. The student will be required to present the thesis in a seminar to faculty and other graduate students. $5 course fee per credit hour. --- # NUR 6996 — Research Thesis This course is directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. The student will be required to present the thesis in a seminar to faculty and other graduate students. $5 course fee per credit hour. --- # NURN 4002 — Nursing Informatics This course examines the field of healthcare informatics. The course emphasizes the usage and recognition of the legal implications of technology in healthcare. Students will explore communication software, databases, and applications utilized in healthcare and education. --- # NURN 4003 — Scope of Professional Practice This course explores how history and modern economic forces have shaped current professional practice, the development of Nurse Practice Acts and how states use these Acts to manage professional licensure and practice, and the roles and settings In which professional nurses are employed. --- # NURN 4013 — Laws, Ethics, and Issues in Professional Nursing Practice This course examines the legal, ethical, and policy-making traditions that frame the health care industry. This course will emphasize the integration of personal values, institutional cultures, law, and-ethical decision-making in professional practice. --- # NURN 4024 — Population and Community Health Nursing This course introduces concepts relevant to the promotion, support, and restoration of health with emphasis on communities and populations. Students conduct a community assessment which involves the collection and analysis of community data. --- # NURN 4034 — Leadership and Management in Professional Practice This practicum course will enable the RN-BSN student to recognize the principles and concepts of change theory and leadership/management strategies in professional practice. The student will examine how current leadership and management strategies are implemented within the health care settings and how effective and efficient these strategies are to health care delivery and consumer health. Management and leadership issues significant to nurse managers will be examined and discussed and applied during clinical practicum. --- # NURN 4045 — Professional Synthesis In this course, students utilize concepts from RN to BSN curriculum to produce a population-based education project and develop a professional portfolio. --- # NURN 4303 — Nursing Research This introductory research course focuses on the validity and applicability of research findings for the improvement of nursing practice. Emphasis is on scientific inquiry and the role of the nurse as an intelligent consumer of research. --- # OL 3003 — Leading Teams This is a course on leadership development and team building, where students will gain an understanding in the concepts, theories, and best practices regarding effective leadership. --- # OL 3013 — Foundations of Organizational Leadership This course presents a broad survey of leadership theory and competencies in the private and nonprofit sector. Topics include the examination of leadership models, nonprofit and community leadership, workplace learning, supervision, organizational development and change, globalization and diversity, and organizational leadership competencies. --- # OL 3023 — Professional Communications This course introduces theories and practice of communication appropriate for a variety of professional settings. Course topics include, but are not limited to, communication, teamwork, business writing, technology, public speaking, conducting effective meetings, factors affecting communication, and challenges and opportunities for communication in the workplace. Students will work individually and as members of project groups to effectively carry out course learning objectives. --- # OL 3133 — Principles of Personnel Management This course supports the needs of professionals whose career fields require competencies in the area of human resources/personnel management. The focus of the course is on the practical application, essential theories, and process of personnel management from the perspective of a generalist. Course content will include the essential aspects of recruitment, selection, training, legal rights and responsibilities, compensation and appraisal. --- # OL 3143 — Applied Research In this course, students will learn the basic skills necessary to identify, define, research, and analyze complex organizational issues. Students will learn applied research fundamentals, including literature searches and analysis, needs assessment, data collection and management, sampling strategies, survey design and questionnaire development, proposal and report writing, and research ethics in organizations. Participation in the course requires access to a computer, the internet, and a webcam or other video capture technology. --- # OL 3233 — Volunteer Leadership and Development This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of volunteer leadership principles, theories, and practices. The course aims to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to lead and manage volunteers in various organizational contexts effectively. Students will explore volunteer motivation, recruitment and retention strategies, team building, communication techniques, and ethical considerations in volunteer leadership. Students will develop the skills and competencies needed to become successful volunteer leaders through a combination of theoretical… --- # OL 4043 — Ethical Decision-Making and Development The purpose of this course is to explore ethics in leadership through the examination of four broad topics: a) a survey of the branches of ethics, b) individual and group ethical awareness, decision-making, and development, c) the intersection of ethics, leadership, and power, and d) the role of leader in establishing and maintaining ethical organizational cultures through decision-making and organizational learning. Students will work individually and in groups to identify, refine, and apply their own moral and ethical perspectives to complex organizational issues. --- # OL 4053 — Philanthropy and Fundraising Students develop a comprehensive knowledge of philanthropy, advancement, and fundraising and their application to nonprofit organizations and nongovernmental entities, regardless of size, structure, or mission. Through the development, analysis, and application of a philanthropic framework, students will create and convey an organizational case for support and a fundraising/advancement plan based upon organizational mission and capacity. --- # OL 4143 — Nonprofit Organizations This course examines the theoretical, philosophical, practical and ethical perspectives related to the effective management and leadership of nonprofit organizations in the twenty-first century. Upon completion of the course, the student will possess an understanding of 1) the historical development of the nonprofit sector, 2) the multiple rationales for the existence of the nonprofit sector, 3) the distinctive characteristics of nonprofit organizations, 4) the structures, processes and complexities of organizational governance shared by volunteer board members and professional staff, 5) the… --- # OL 4243 — Adult Learning in Organizations This course provides an overview of adult learning in the context of the workplace. Students will explore the historical context of learning in the workplace, basic theories of instructional design and adult learning, frameworks and models of program planning in the workplace, learning interventions, and the overall relationship between lifelong learning and work. --- # OL 4343 — Community Development This course covers the basic principles and issues in community development in the United States. Topics include: the definition of community; community assessment; methods of planning and problem solving; community needs; community assets; and community activism; and evaluating community based organizations. Students will work individually and in groups to design a non-profit organization based on a community needs assessment. The focus will be on assessment, planning, leadership, financing, and evaluating a community-based organization. --- # OL 4443 — Professional Leadership This course provides an overview of various leadership styles practiced by professionals in the public and private sector. The focus of the leadership skills identified will focus on the following competency areas: operations management, technology applications, facilities planning and management, human resource management, fiscal management, and organizational behavior. --- # OL 4543 — Workplace Supervision This course provides an overview of various leadership and supervisory skills practiced by professionals in the public and private sector. The leadership skills identified will focus on the following competency areas: communication, employee coaching, project management, business analysis, continuous improvement, and resource management and how they pertain to supervisors within the workplace. --- # OL 4643 — Organizational Culture This course will discuss cultural (racial, gender, ethnic, religious) and global diversity in the workplace and classroom. Topics include cultural self-awareness, the impact of demographic changes and projections, issues in cross/intercultural settings, and theoretical perspectives of multicultural education. Applied strategies from personal, leadership, and management prospective will be explored. --- # OL 4743 — Organizational Change This course is designed to provide students with both the conceptual framework and the practical skills needed to design, implement and evaluate effective organizational change. Uncertainty, complexity and rapidly changing organizational environments create the necessity for organizations to adapt in order to survive in the 21st century. Students will work individually or in groups to engage in various activities intended to illustrate or practice the skills involved in planning and implementing organizational change. --- # OL 4843 — Training and Organizational Development This course is designed to introduce students to training and development in organizations. Students will learn about practical approaches and models to employee training, coaching, mentoring, and performance improvement in a workplace setting. Topics include strategic training, training design, training methods, evaluation, and ethics. --- # OL 4943 — Applied Leadership Project This course will provide an opportunity for the student to facilitate a process for identifying a specific problem in an actual industry or business environment relevant to the student's specialty area. The student will outline a formal plan of action for identifying the problem through the development of a needs assessment which identifies deficiencies or areas of improvement needed within the business. At the conclusion, the student will develop a strategic recommended plan of action based on the findings from the empirical research. The student will demonstrate presentation ability, approp… --- # OL 4963 — Organizational Leadership Capstone In this course, students develop an ePortfolio highlighting various competencies learned throughout the degree program. The course prepares students with the skills, knowledge, and ability to communicate a critical understanding of their work through the articulation of goals, critique, and self-assessment. The course introduces students to the portfolio development process and improves their ability to think critically and communicate more effectively while developing personal goals and mission statements, understanding personal leadership styles, researching career options related to their… --- # OL 4991 — Special Problems in Organizational Leadership This course is designed to address current issues and topics relevant to professional disciplines in the workforce. Content will be determined by contemporary trends and timely issues. --- # OL 4992 — Special Problems in Organizational Leadership This course is designed to address current issues and topics relevant to professional disciplines in the workforce. Content will be determined by contemporary trends and timely issues. --- # OL 4993 — Special Problems in Organizational Leadership This course is designed to address current issues and topics relevant to professional disciplines in the workforce. Content will be determined by contemporary trends and timely issues. --- # OL 4994 — Special Problems in Organizational Leadership This course is designed to address current issues and topics relevant to professional disciplines in the workforce. Content will be determined by contemporary trends and timely issues. --- # OL 5043 — Ethical Decision-Making and Development The purpose of this course is to explore ethics in leadership through the examination of four broad topics: a) a survey of the branches of ethics, b) individual and group ethical awareness, decision-making, and development, c) the intersection of ethics, leadership, and power, and d) the role of leader in establishing and maintaining ethical organizational cultures through decision-making and organizational learning. Students will work individually and in groups to identify, refine, and apply their own moral and ethical perspectives to complex organizational issues. Participation in course re… --- # OL 5143 — Nonprofit Organizations This course examines the theoretical, philosophical, practical and ethical perspectives related to the effective management and leadership of nonprofit organizations in the twenty-first century. Upon completion of the course, the student will possess and understanding of 1) the historical development of the nonprofit sector, 2) the multiple rationales for the existence of the nonprofit sector, 3) the distinctive characteristics of nonprofit organizations, 4) the professional staff, 5) the dynamic environment of the contemporary nonprofit organization, and 6) the current issues of importance t… --- # OL 5343 — Community Development This course covers the basic principles and issues in community development in the United States. Topics include: community development; community assessment; methods of planning, implementing, and evaluating community based organizations. Students will work individually or in groups to design a non-profit organization based on a community needs assessment. The focus will be on assessment, planning, leadership, financing, and evaluating a community based organization. Participation in course requires access to a computer, the internet, and a webcam or other video capture technology. --- # OL 5353 — Project Management This course is designed to prepare students to manage projects across multiple business functions, including marketing, human resources, logistics, and information technology projects. In addition, the course prepares the student to pursue the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) credential offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI). The CAPM is designed for those with less project experience and tests a candidate's fundamental knowledge, terminology, and effective project management processes. Future leaders apply project management approaches and strategies to MS Project… --- # OL 5363 — Project Risk Analysis and Mitigation This course explores the essential process of risk management mitigation in defined projects. Students assess the failures of risk management to deliver expected risk mitigation results, apply a risk management process focusing on achieving efficacy, and implement risk management to various types of projects in organizations (nonprofit, government, and for-profit) and individual endeavors. The Active Threat and Opportunity Management (ATOM) process is designed to meet the need for a simple, scalable risk management process applicable to all projects. Graduate students engage in contemporary s… --- # OL 5373 — Leading Agile Projects Project management is multi-faceted. In this course, students enhance their knowledge and application of project management by mastering the fundamentals of agile project management. Mastery includes the mechanics of how one employs agile project based on Scrum, the impact of agile on the project management profession, and how agile project management broadens and expands project management skills to deploy and integrated approach. --- # OL 5643 — Organizational Culture This course will explore and examine the dynamics of diversity and inclusion practices in an organizational environment. Students will become familiar the theoretical and practical implications of diversity and inclusion and how to include it in their leadership skills. Participation in course requires access to a computer, the internet, and a webcam or other view capture technology. --- # OL 6003 — Foundations of Adult Learning and Organizational Development This course presents a broad survey of adult learning and organizational development theory and competencies in the private nonprofit sector. Topics include the examination of adult learning theory in organizations, with emphasis placed on leadership models, nonprofit and community leadership, workplace learning, organizational development and change, globalization, and organizational leadership competencies. --- # OL 6043 — Leadership in Organizational Change This course is designed to provide students with both conceptual framework and the practical skills needed to lead effective organizational change. Over time everything changes, even organizations. Good leaders do not wait for change; they encourage and facilitate it. In this course, students will concentrate on becoming effective change agents. Students will explore how to assess organizations for change, become familiar with behavioral theories for individual and organizational change, and implement the process for organizational change. Participation in the course requires access to a comp… --- # OL 6053 — Advanced Research Methods in Organizational Leadership and Learning covers advanced skills in quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods research. Students will become familiar with research design, methodology, data collection, data management, data analysis, and reporting results. Participation in course requires access to a computer, the internet, and a webcam or other video capture technology. --- # OL 6063 — Evaluation and Assessment in Organization Leadership and Learning This course presents students with evidence-based frameworks used in leadership practices to make sound decisions. Topics including defining objectives, collecting relevant, reliable information, generating feasible options, making the decision, implementation, and evaluating results, as well as forward-based decision making and intuition. Participation in course requires access to a computer, the internet, and a webcam or other video capture technology. --- # OL 6093 — Organizational Leadership and Learning Capstone Students will demonstrate mastery in leadership, adult learning, and organizational development theory and practice through completion of either a master's thesis or comprehensive exams. Students will select a thesis or comprehensive exam track. Students selecting to complete a master's thesis will develop a research project. Comprehensive exam students will submit extensive, data-supported responses to four questions regarding theory and practice in organizational leadership, adult learning, and organizational development. All students will complete an electronic portfolio highlighting acade… --- # OL 6143 — Performance Coaching and Leadership Development This course is designed to equip students with skills in performance coaching and leadership development, with a focus on coaching, mentoring, consultancy, and strategies for leadership development at the individual and organizational level. Students will learn about practical approaches and models to employee training, coaching, mentoring, active listening, performance improvement, and evaluation. Participation in course requires access to a webcam or other video capture technology. --- # OL 6883 — Special Problems in Organizational Leadership and Learning is designed to address current issues and topics relevant to Organizational Leadership and Learning. Content is determined by contemporary trends and timely issues. --- # OL 6891 — Independent Study in Organizational Leadership and Learning Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge, which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of the findings. --- # OL 6892 — Independent Study in Organizational Leadership and Learning Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge, which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of the findings. --- # OL 6893 — Independent Study in Organizational Leadership and Learning Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge, which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of the findings. --- # OL 6894 — Independent Study in Organizational Leadership and Learning Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge, which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of the findings. --- # OL 6991 — Thesis Continuation in Organizational Leadership and Learning Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising faculty member. --- # OL 6992 — Thesis Continuation in Organizational Leadership and Learning Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising faculty member. --- # OL 6993 — Thesis Continuation in Organizational Leadership and Learning Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising faculty member. --- # OTA 2102 — Foundations of Occupational Therapy Through study, discussion, and field observation/participation, the student will examine the role of the occupational therapy assistant in health care in medical, community and education programs. Through an historical approach, the frames of reference of the profession will be reviewed with an emphasis on human occupation as a determinant of therapeutic intervention. A broad range of practice areas will be introduced and discussed as well as current trends and influences on the profession. Professional literature will be introduced and reviewed. --- # OTA 2111 — Level I Field Work A Opportunity for the OTA student to apply academic knowledge of occupational therapy to practice through a Level I Fieldwork experience. --- # OTA 2112 — Modalities for Human Conditions I with Laboratory This course will focus on the development of observation skills; assessment; and teaching, adapting, and grading self-care, work, and play/leisure occupations for individuals with developmental and mental health challenges (pediatrics and adolescent). Topics include collection of evaluation and screening data, interventions, techniques, and equipment to maximize participation in meaningful occupations, improve independence, and ensure safety. --- # OTA 2122 — Human Movement and Activity Analysis for Occupational Therapy Laboratory This lab experience will allow students to practice assessment of movement, strength and treatment in the Biomechanical Frame of Reference. The analysis of everyday activity as a treatment tool and assessment measure will also be an integral part of the lab experience. --- # OTA 2132 — Human Movement and Activity Analysis for Occupational Therapy This course will present the basic principles of biomechanics and kinesiology related to human movement and occupational performance. Topics include the interrelationship among the central nervous system, peripheral nervous system, and musculoskeletal system; anatomical landmarks; joints; posture and balance, locomotion. The assessment of range of motion and functional strength will be examined. The primary tool of Occupational therapy intervention, Activity Analysis, will be integrated into all aspects of the teaching of human movement. Activity analysis of functional movement required for w… --- # OTA 2142 — Medical Conditions for the Occupational Therapy Assistant This course will examine the etiology and symptoms of clinical conditions that are commonly referred to in occupational therapy. Topics include the effects of trauma, disease, and congenital conditions on the biological, psychological, and social domains of occupational behavior. Procedures and precautions ensuring safety of clients and caregivers will be reviewed. --- # OTA 2152 — Theory and Treatment for Human Conditions I A review of human development from birth through adolescence, with emphasis on occupational performance of typical and atypical individuals. The emergence of occupation and conditions that affect occupation will be explored. Topics include pediatric frames of reference such as Sensory Integration, Neurodevelopmental Treatment and Motor Skills Acquisition. Emphasis will be on the occupational therapy process, evidence-based practice, and roles of the OT and OTA in pediatric service delivery within a variety of practice settings. Childhood and adolescent psychosocial and mental health disorders… --- # OTA 2162 — Management and Licensure for the Occupational Therapy Assistant A study of management skills with an emphasis on organization and professional communication skills necessary for team building, leadership and collaboration. Topics include program planning, marketing, advocacy and program quality improvement. Documentation, reimbursement, ethical and legislative issues will be addressed. This class will review requirements for Level II Fieldwork, certification and licensure. Students will prepare for future employment through resume and portfolio development. Lecture 2 hours; Ozark OTA Fee: $100; Ozark Allied Health Fee: $62. --- # OTA 2202 — Human Occupation and Clinical Reasoning This course will focus on the observations, analysis, and performance of human occupations in work, self-care, and play/leisure throughout the life span. The Frames of Reference and Conceptual Practice Models that guide OT practice will be reviewed. The process and the language of occupational therapy will be incorporated. --- # OTA 2211 — Level I Field Work B Opportunity for the OTA student to apply academic knowledge of occupational therapy to practice through a Level I Fieldwork experience. Fieldwork sites are different from Fieldwork I A and are utilized to broaden the student's Level I experiential background. --- # OTA 2212 — Modalities for Human Conditions II with Laboratory This course will focus on the development of observation skills; assessment; documentation; teaching; adapting; home and workplace modification; grading of self-care, work and play/leisure occupations for adults with physical and psychosocial challenges. Topics include collection of evaluation and screening data, techniques and equipment to maximize participation in meaningful occupations, improve independence, ensure safety, and prevent deformity. --- # OTA 2221 — Documentation for Occupational Therapy A review of subjective, objective and assessment documentation. Students will learn documentation for the range of population served by the discipline. Students will learn to read and interpret the documentation of the medical team. --- # OTA 2232 — Group Processes and Dynamics A study of client-practitioner interactions. Topics include professional behaviors, therapeutic use of self, and group process & dynamics. Professional literature will be reviewed for current use of groups in occupational therapy practice. Students will design and lead groups within community or medical settings. --- # OTA 2242 — Human Occupation and Clinical Reasoning Laboratory The application and integration of clinical reasoning and problem-solving strategies throughout the occupational therapy process will be emphasized. Emphasis is placed on the multifaceted dimensions of clinical decision making in OT practice through role plays, case study, discussion, and practice. --- # OTA 2252 — Theory and Treatment for Human Conditions II The occupational therapy process in relation to the years of early and middle adulthood, beginning with a historical and theoretical overview. Adulthood psychosocial and mental health disorders will be explored. Frames of reference for physical function and psychosocial function will be explored in relation to disease and disability. Topics include clinical features, medical management, effects of aging and chronic illness, interventions for productive aging and wellness, rehabilitation and participation in occupation for those with disabilities. Assessments and treatment, evidence-based prac… --- # OTA 2262 — Assistive Technology and Environmental Adaptations A study of adapting, altering or designing environments that support participation and facilitate engagement in social, family and community activities. All levels of assistive technology will be reviewed and discussed. Topics include but are not limited to home modifications, driving evaluations, communication devices and community mobility. Students will evaluate participation limitations and facilitators for individuals and communities. This course will introduce the student to a variety of assistive technology used in occupational therapy settings. Topics may include computer programs, sw… --- # OTA 2302 — Occupational Therapy Assistant Professional Development This class will review requirements for Level II Field Work, certification and licensure. Students will prepare for future employment through resume and portfolio development, practice of interview skills and professional presentation. Ongoing professional development and specialty certifications will be encouraged for life-long learning. --- # OTA 2312 — Modalities for Human Conditions III with Laboratory This course will focus on the development of observation skills; assessment; documentation; and teaching, adapting, and grading self-care, work, and play and leisure occupations for older adults with physical and/or psychosocial challenges. Topics include collection of evaluation and screening data, techniques and equipment to maximize participation in meaningful occupations, improve independence, ensure safety, prevent deformity, productive aging and wellness, and participation within disability. Course will include Level I C Psychosocial fieldwork rotation opportunity for the OTA student to… --- # OTA 2352 — Theory and Treatment for Human Conditions III This course will examine the occupational therapy process in relation to the older adult with physical and/or psychosocial challenges, beginning with a historical and theoretical overview. Frames of Reference guiding physical and psychosocial OT during older adulthood will be examined. Topics include clinical features and medical management, assessments and treatment, evidence-based practice, and issues impacting geriatric OT practice. Professional literature will be reviewed for current practice trends. --- # OTA 2412 — Level II Field Work A-1 First four-week fieldwork experience designed to provide the OTA student the opportunity to work in an OT setting, under the supervision of an OTR or COTA. Students must meet objectives designed by academic and clinical educators. --- # OTA 2422 — Level II Field Work A-2 Continuation of Level Field Work A-1 designed to provide the OTA student the opportunity to work in an OT setting, under the supervision of an OTR or COTA. Students must meet objectives designed by academic and clinical educators. --- # OTA 2424 — Level II Field Work B Second eight-week fieldwork experience designed to provide the OTA student the opportunity to work in an OT setting, under the supervision of an OTR or COTA. Students must meet objectives designed by academic and clinical educators. Fieldwork sites are different from Fieldwork II A and are utilized to broaden the student's Level II experiential background. --- # OZRK 1000 — Ozark Orientation The Ozark Campus Student Orientation is a dynamic event designed to help you transition to college and become familiar with the university's academic, social, and developmental resources and opportunities as well as meet other students. This orientation introduces essential skill concepts and program specific content presented in an informative and innovative way. --- # OZRK 1001 — Ozark Campus Orientation A course designed to provide entering freshmen with the resources and skills necessary to succeed in college and in life. The course will teach students how to balance life and scholastic responsibilities, how to make the most of campus resources, and how to excel in the classroom. --- # PE 1051 — Volleyball Designed for beginning volleyball players. The student will learn the fundamental skills, knowledge of the rules, and terminology associated with volleyball. This is an activity course. No more than four hours of activity credit may be counted toward graduation. A student registering for an activities course in excess of these limits receives no credit for the additional course and the grade is not included in the computation of grade point. --- # PE 1201 — Orientation to Kinesiology This course provides an introduction to the HPE/WS curriculum, as it affects the student. Emphasis will be given to resources, services and opportunities available to the student through the University, which will help him or her grow as a professional. This is a pass or fail class. --- # PE 1401 — Archery and Recreational Games The student will learn the fundamental skills in archery, including care and selection of archery tackle. Recreational games will include table tennis, giant volleyball, three way volleyball, box hockey, pin ball, scooter soccer, variety ball, indoor soccer, and horse shoes. This is an activity course. No more than four hours of activity credit may be counted toward graduation. A student registering for an activities course in excess of these limits receives no credit for the additional course and the grade is not included in the computation of grade point. --- # PE 1411 — Badminton Designed for beginning badminton players. The student will learn the fundamental skills and a knowledge of the rules and terminology associated with badminton. This is an activity course. No more than four hours of activity credit may be counted toward graduation. A student registering for an activities course in excess of these limits receives no credit for the additional course and the grade is not included in the computation of grade point. --- # PE 1431 — Bowling The bowling classes are structured for the beginning bowler. Fundamental skills and general bowling knowledge and etiquette will be introduced to the student. This is an activity course. No more than four hours of activity credit may be counted toward graduation. A student registering for an activities course in excess of these limits receives no credit for the additional course and the grade is not included in the computation of grade point. --- # PE 1481 — Tennis Constructed to aid the beginning tennis player to learn the fundamental skills for tennis. The student will gain a knowledge of the rules and strategy in tennis. This is an activity course. No more than four hours of activity credit may be counted toward graduation. A student registering for an activities course in excess of these limits receives no credit for the additional course and the grade is not included in the computation of grade point. --- # PE 1491 — Pickleball Designed for beginning pickleball players. The student will learn terminology, fundamental skills, rules of both singles and doubles play, and develop gameplay strategies associated with singles and doubles play. --- # PE 1991 — Racquetball Designed to introduce the rules and strategy of racquetball and develop the basic skills needed to play racquetball successfully. This is an activity course. No more than four hours of activity credit may be counted toward graduation. A student registering for an activities course in excess of these limits receives no credit for the additional course and the grade is not included in the computation of grade point. --- # PE 2101 — Methods of Teaching Team Activities This course is designed to develop competency in fundamental motor skills and knowledge of teaching fundamental motor skills to Pre-K12 students using selected team sport curricular activities. Emphasis will be placed on developing and evaluating the student's fundamental motor skill performances and application of knowledge in motor development while planning appropriate physical activities in comprehensive Physical Education curriculum. Laboratory three hours (includes a skill lab scheduled outside of class meeting times). --- # PE 2111 — Methods of Teaching Individual Activities This course is designed to assist in preparing students to be skilled and knowledgeable in selected individual and dual sport curricular activities. Emphasis will be placed on further developing and evaluating the students' fundamental motor skills and knowledge in motor development while planning physical activities for Pre-K-12 students. Laboratory three hours (includes a skill lab scheduled outside of class meeting times). --- # PE 2301 — Beginning Golf Designed for individuals who wish to learn the basic fundamentals in golf. Course includes the fundamentals of the full swing and the fractional swing in golf. It also includes the knowledge of rules and courtesies of golf. This is an activity course. No more than four hours of activity credit may be counted toward graduation. A student registering for an activities course in excess of these limits receives no credit for the additional course and the grade is not included in the computation of grade point. --- # PE 2513 — First Aid Standard and advanced course in first aid. This course includes CPR instruction. --- # PE 2523 — Foundations in Health and Physical Education A study of history, philosophy, and principles of health and physical education in grades K 12 as applied to each area. --- # PE 2533 — Sports Officiating An in-depth study of the rules and mechanics involved in officiating sports. The sports to be included are basketball, football, volleyball, and softball. --- # PE 2653 — Anatomy and Physiology The structure and function of the human body with emphasis on the bodily systems important to teachers and practitioners of wellness, fitness, and physical education. --- # PE 3051 — Methods of Teaching Fitness and Wellness Concepts This course is designed to provide the student with knowledge needed to implement a sound fitness and wellness program that will yield the desired results. The emphasis is on teaching students how to take control of their own personal health and lifestyle habits so that they can make a deliberate effort to stay healthy and achieve the highest potential for well-being. Laboratory three hours (includes a skill lab scheduled outside of class meeting times). --- # PE 3101 — Methods of Teaching Rhythmic and Gymnastic Movements Methods and activities to develop rhythm, folk dance, and gymnastic skills related to teaching physical education. Laboratory two hours. --- # PE 3413 — Coaching Theory The course exposes students to the theory of coaching, relevant to athletics. Emphasis is placed on organization, management, and content involved in coaching a variety of sports. --- # PE 3512 — Coaching Strategies: Football & Baseball Principles of coaching football and baseball, including off-season training programs, team organization, offense, defense, scouting, and use of visual aids. One hour lecture and one hour laboratory. --- # PE 3522 — Coaching Strategies: Basketball & Track and Field Principles of in-season and off-season training programs and team organization for track and field. Additionally, the course is designed to provide a systematic process for teaching basketball skill development and team strategies. Emphasis on fundamental skills and drills, rules and evolution of the game, offensive and defensive strategies used by various successful coaches are introduced. Extensive use of floor demonstrations and video presentations enhance the course content. One hour lecture and one hour laboratory. --- # PE 3532 — Coaching Strategies: Softball and Volleyball This course will offer information relative to the following topics for both volleyball and softball: in-season and off-season training programs, team organization, offense, defense, special situations, scouting, and use of visual aids. One hour lecture and one hour laboratory. --- # PE 3543 — Lifespan Motor Development Motor development including fundamental motor pattern characteristics, human growth, perceptual motor development, fitness development across the lifespan, and applications of pedagogy concepts related to motor development. Lecture one hour, laboratory two hours. --- # PE 3573 — Prevention and Care of Activity Injuries Development of techniques in prevention and treatment of athletic injuries. --- # PE 3583 — Coaching Physical Activity K-12 Methods, materials, supervision, school problems, rhythmical activities, movements exploration, and group games for kindergarten and elementary teachers. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours. Lecture, activity, and a field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. --- # PE 3593 — Methods of Teaching Health and Physical Education for K-6 Teachers Develop knowledge of concepts of motor development and motor learning that includes manipulative skills and movement. Knowledge of activities to develop basic movement patterns, primary lead-up game skills, leisure activities, rhythmic skills and fitness in K-6 grades. Basic knowledge of safety and injury prevention including knowledge of health concepts, physical education development and how to integrate other subjects found in the K-6 curriculum into physical education activities. --- # PE 3603 — Methods and Materials in Physical Education for Secondary Schools A course in program planning and techniques of teaching physical education in the secondary schools, critical analysis of methods now in use in physical education, and criteria for evaluation of programs. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours. Lecture, activity, and a field experience scheduled outside of class meeting times. --- # PE 3661 — Laboratory Experiences in Anatomy/Physiology and Kinesiology The laboratory experience supplements Anatomy/Physiology and Kinesiology by providing practical experiences which enable students to bridge the gap between theory and practice. Laboratory two hours. --- # PE 3663 — Kinesiology Study of human movement and the physical and physiological principles upon which it depends. Body mechanics, posture, motor efficiency and the influence of growth and development upon motor performance. --- # PE 4033 — Exercise Physiology Introduction to the basic effects of exercise on physiology of the systems of the body, and the principles of exercise prescriptions and programs. --- # PE 4103 — Principles of Adapted Physical Activity Principles and methods for assessing, motivating, educating, and training special populations clients of all ages regarding their health and fitness needs. Special populations include those with chronic and temporary health conditions. This course will introduce students to the materials and practices required for the American College of Sports Medicine Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer (clinical tract) or the National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Special Populations Specialist (athletic tract) certifications. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours (includes activity), a… --- # PE 4203 — Methods of Teaching Adapted Physical Education Principles and methods of teaching students with disabilities in the schools. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours. Lecture, activity, and a field experience schedule outside of class meeting times. --- # PE 4513 — Organization and Administration of Athletics and Physical Activity Organization and administration problems in grades K 12 to be treated as a single administrative unit. --- # PE 4523 — Measurement and Evaluation in Health and Physical Education Assessment as a comprehensive process to define the dynamic relationship between Pre-K-12 students and the physical education curriculum which contributes to decision making about: classification, diagnosis and guidance, motivation, progress reporting, and program refinement. --- # PE 4701 — Special Methods in Health and Physical Education Intensive on campus exploration of the principles of curriculum construction, teaching methods, use of community resources, and evaluation as related to teaching health and physical education. --- # PE 4991 — Special Problems in Health and Physical Education Open to physical education majors and minors of outstanding ability. Course content will include readings and research and the setting up and carrying out of a piece of research which will include review of literature, the problem, and conclusion. --- # PE 4992 — Special Problems in Health and Physical Education Open to physical education majors and minors of outstanding ability. Course content will include readings and research and the setting up and carrying out of a piece of research which will include review of literature, the problem, and conclusion. --- # PE 4993 — Special Problems in Health and Physical Education Open to physical education majors and minors of outstanding ability. Course content will include readings and research and the setting up and carrying out of a piece of research which will include review of literature, the problem, and conclusion. --- # PE 6033 — Exercise Physiology A study of the physiological changes in the human organism which accompany physical exercise and the implication of the changes for physical education. --- # PE 6043 — Motor Learning and Control Provides an understanding of psychological principles involved in motor performance. --- # PE 6053 — Biomechanics The application of physics as it relates to human movement. Specific emphasis will be made on the mechanics and common injuries involved with selected sport or work related movements. --- # PE 6063 — Current Issues in Coaching and Athletics This course will afford the student the opportunity to analyze historical and contemporary coaching and athletics Issues and to develop cogent written and oral arguments regarding them. --- # PE 6891 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. --- # PE 6893 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. --- # PHIL 2003 — Introduction to Philosophy A study of major philosophical theories and methods and their practical applications. --- # PHIL 2013 — Religions of the World An examination of the major historical religions according to their basic scripture, their historical development, and their contemporary ideas and practices. --- # PHIL 2043 — Honors Introduction to Philosophy A study of major philosophical theories and methods and their practical applications. Special emphasis will be placed on critical thinking and in-class discussion. --- # PHIL 2053 — Introduction to Critical Thinking The course will initiate the student in the art of analyzing and evaluating his or her thinking in order to make it more potent and persuasive. Topics will include the analysis of argument, the theory of definition, the experimental method of inquiry, and the informal fallacies. --- # PHIL 2253 — Survey of Western Political Thought An introduction to the subfield of political theory, examining the works of major political thinkers from ancient Greece to the present. --- # PHIL 3053 — Philosophy of Religion A consideration of historical and contemporary studies in religious thought, including basic conceptions of the divine, the human engagement with the divine, and the nature and destiny of man within various eschatological perspectives. --- # PHIL 3063 — Modern Political Thought An examination of the major contributions to political thought during the Modern Era. --- # PHIL 3073 — Philosophy of Law An introduction to that branch of philosophy which investigates the nature of law (analytic jurisprudence) and the values and norms that inform legal decision-making and practices (normative jurisprudence). The philosophy of law also includes examinations of specific legal domains, such as theories of punishment in criminal law and theories of liability in tort law. --- # PHIL 3103 — Logic A study of the principles of deductive reasoning. Topics include immediate inference, the syllogism, truth functions, natural deduction, quantification, and fallacies. --- # PHIL 3253 — Classical Political Thought An examination of the major contributions to political thought during the Classical Age, the Medieval Era, and the Renaissance. --- # PHIL 4233 — American Political Thought The background and development of American political ideas from the colonial period to the present. Emphasis is placed on colonial political theory, the Founding, conflict and consensus prior to the Civil War, the response to industrialization, the rise of the positive state, nationalism, the New Left and New Right, and current trends. --- # PHIL 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Philosophy Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # PHIL 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Philosophy Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # PHIL 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Philosophy Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # PHIL 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Philosophy Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # PHIL 4991 — Special Problems In Philosophy Admission requires consent of department head. --- # PHIL 4992 — Special Problems In Philosophy Admission requires consent of department head. --- # PHIL 4993 — Special Problems In Philosophy Admission requires consent of department head. --- # PHIL 4994 — Special Problems In Philosophy Admission requires consent of department head. --- # PHSC 1001 — Orientation to Physical Science Introduction to vital university affairs, department and university resources and curriculum. The course emphasizes information and skills that increase a student's likelihood of a successful college career. All students majoring in programs within the Department of Physical Sciences are strongly encouraged to take this course during their first fall semester on the Arkansas Tech University campus. --- # PHSC 1011 — Orientation to Physical Science II Continuation of PHSC 1001 . Introduction to programs of study and employment opportunities for students of the physical sciences. All students majoring in programs within the Department of Physical Sciences are strongly encouraged to take this course during their spring semester on the Arkansas Tech University campus. --- # PHSC 1013 — Introduction to Physical Science An introduction to the natural laws governing the physical world, with emphasis upon the discovery and development of these laws and their effect upon man. Includes topics in physics and chemistry and may include other topics from other disciplines in physical science such as astronomy, meteorology, and/or geology. This course may not be taken for credit after completion of two laboratory courses in the physical science disciplines. --- # PHSC 1021 — Physical Science Laboratory An introduction to laboratory experiences in the physical sciences, including physics, chemistry, earth sciences, and astronomy. Laboratory two hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # PHSC 1051 — Observational Astronomy Laboratory An introduction to astronomical observations and techniques. Students will have the opportunity to use telescopes at the ATU astronomical observatory (weather permitting) to make observations and collect scientific data for analysis. This course includes telescope orientation, constellation recognition, identifying celestial objects, and interpreting astronomical data. Course PHSC 1051 will run simultaneously with PHSC 3051 and duplicate credit will not be allowed. Credit for PHSC 3051 requires completion of an observational research project for upper division students, but is not required of… --- # PHSC 1053 — Astronomy A study of our universe; constellations, celestial motions, tools and methods of astronomical observations, the solar system, properties of stars and the interstellar medium, the birth, life and death of stars, our Milky Way galaxy, dynamics of stellar systems and other galaxies, and cosmology. Course PHSC 1053 will run simultaneously with PHSC 3053 and duplicate credit will not be allowed. Credit for PHSC 3053 requires completion of several assignments, a term paper and a research project for upper division students, but is not required of students enrolled in PHSC 1053 . --- # PHSC 3053 — Astronomy Optional A study of our universe; constellations, celestial motions, tools and methods of astronomical observations, the solar system, properties of stars and the interstellar medium, the birth, life and death of stars, our Milky Way galaxy, dynamics of stellar systems and other galaxies, and cosmology. --- # PHSC 3243 — Integrating the Three Dimensions of Science This course integrates the three major areas of discipline in science: physical science, life science and earth science, using as a focus the processes and cross-cutting concepts of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). --- # PHSC 3252 — The Nature and Context of Science This seminar course examines science from a holistic perspective. It will concentrate on examining how current science develops scientific knowledge including unifying concepts across scientific disciplines, the place of science within modern society, technology and its role in science and society, and current scientific methodology. --- # PHSC 3253 — Teaching Methods for STEM An overview of strategies and techniques for planning, teaching, and assessing elementary science. An emphasis will be placed on best practices, crosscutting concepts, and core ideas outlined in current National Science Frameworks developed in conjunction with the National Research Council. Current adopted standards such as the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and Common Core State Standards will be emphasized in designing learning experiences that integrate science, technology, math, and engineering (STEM) with language arts skills. Inquiry-based methods and other constructivist appr… --- # PHSC 6883 — Workshop The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour. --- # PHYS 1114 — Applied Physics A survey of selected topics in physics. The "scientific method", mechanics, fluid mechanics, heat, electricity, sound, light, and nuclear radiation will be studied. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # PHYS 2000 — Physics Laboratory I --- # PHYS 2010 — Physics Laboratory II --- # PHYS 2014 — Algebra-Based Physics I Open to freshmen. A broad survey course emphasizing the understanding of the principles of physics necessary for students not specifically interested in advanced work in physics, chemistry or engineering. Topics include mechanics, heat, sound, wave motion, and fluid mechanics. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # PHYS 2024 — Algebra-Based Physics II Continuation of PHYS 2014 , covering electricity and magnetism, light, relativity, particle physics, and quantum effects. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours. $40 laboratory fee. --- # PHYS 2114 — Calculus-Based Physics I This course is designed for physics and engineering majors and focuses on introductory mechanics including kinematics, force, energy, work, and conservation of linear and angular momentum. Heat and fluids are also introduced. Lecture and laboratory. $40 laboratory fee. --- # PHYS 2124 — Calculus-Based Physics II This course is the continuation of PHYS 2114 and focuses on introductory electricity, magnetism, and circuits. Electromagnetic waves and ray optics are also introduced. Lecture and laboratory. $40 laboratory fee. --- # PHYS 2914 — Honors Calculus Based Physics I --- # PHYS 3003 — Optics Introduction to geometrical and physical optics. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours. --- # PHYS 3023 — Mechanics The conservation laws. Euler's angles. Lagrange's and Hamilton's equations. --- # PHYS 3133 — Theory of Electricity and Magnetism Gauss's law, potential, Laplace's and Poisson's equations in rectangular, cylindrical, and spherical coordinates, inductance, capacitance, moving charges, dielectric phenomena, and Maxwell's equations. --- # PHYS 3213 — Modern Physics Introduction to relativity, wave-particle interactions, atomic structure, quantum mechanics, quantum theory of the hydrogen atom, statistical mechanics, nuclear structure, and elementary particles. --- # PHYS 3991 — Special Problems in Physics and Astronomy Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to significant problems in physics and astronomy. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to three credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # PHYS 3992 — Special Problems in Physics and Astronomy Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to significant problems in physics and astronomy. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to three credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # PHYS 3993 — Special Problems in Physics and Astronomy Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to significant problems in physics and astronomy. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to three credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # PHYS 4003 — Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics Applications of the three laws of thermodynamics, partition functions and transport phenomena. --- # PHYS 4013 — Quantum Mechanics A formal course in wave and matrix mechanics, designed to enable a student to set up and solve the elementary practical problems of quantum mechanics. --- # PHYS 4023 — Computational Physics This course provides an introduction to numerical methods that are commonly used to approach physical problems. Students in the course will gain both an understanding of the construction of several common algorithms as well as hands-on experience applying these tools to routine problems such as finding, optimization, matrix manipulation, differential equations, and applications to calculus. The course includes collaborative projects meant to simulate "real world" coding tasks and provides physics students with a practical background in scientific computing. As time allows, optional additional… --- # PHYS 4061 — Engineering Physics Design This course is meant to serve as a culminating experience during Engineering Physics students' final semester. Supervised by a faculty member, students carry out engineering design activities relating to a significant problem that is based on physics and engineering skills and knowledge acquired in previous coursework. A formal written report and oral presentation are required. --- # PHYS 4113 — Advanced Physics Laboratory An application and investigation of advanced physical topics in the laboratory. Techniques of experimental [engineering] physics, such as computerized instrumentation, vacuum technology, optics, and electron optics will be applied to investigate various areas of advanced physics. Proper data reduction and analysis will be used to yield meaningful measurements. Intended as a culminating course, previous course work is applied to solve problems in the laboratory. Lecture one hour, laboratory five hours. --- # PHYS 4213 — Advanced Topics in Physics and Astronomy Introduction to relativity, elementary particle physics, quantum dynamics, big-bang cosmology, atomic nucleosynthesis, and large scale structure and exotic states of matter such as black holes. Forces and interactions between the building blocks of matter in addition to cosmological models will be studied to gain insight into the complex universe we observe today. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours. --- # PHYS 4951 — Physics or Engineering Physics Capstone This course is meant to serve as a culminating experience during Physics and Engineering Physics students' final semester. Supervised by a faculty member, students carry out independent research activities relating to a significant problem that is based on physics and engineering design skills and knowledge acquired in previous coursework, as appropriate. A formal written report and oral presentation are required. One to four credits depending on the problem selected and the effort made. --- # PHYS 4952 — Physics or Engineering Physics Capstone This course is meant to serve as a culminating experience during Physics and Engineering Physics students' final semester. Supervised by a faculty member, students carry out independent research activities relating to a significant problem that is based on physics and engineering design skills and knowledge acquired in previous coursework, as appropriate. A formal written report and oral presentation are required. One to four credits depending on the problem selected and the effort made. --- # PHYS 4953 — Physics or Engineering Physics Capstone This course is meant to serve as a culminating experience during Physics and Engineering Physics students' final semester. Supervised by a faculty member, students carry out independent research activities relating to a significant problem that is based on physics and engineering design skills and knowledge acquired in previous coursework, as appropriate. A formal written report and oral presentation are required. One to four credits depending on the problem selected and the effort made. --- # PHYS 4954 — Physics or Engineering Physics Capstone This course is meant to serve as a culminating experience during Physics and Engineering Physics students' final semester. Supervised by a faculty member, students carry out independent research activities relating to a significant problem that is based on physics and engineering design skills and knowledge acquired in previous coursework, as appropriate. A formal written report and oral presentation are required. One to four credits depending on the problem selected and the effort made. --- # PHYS 4991 — Special Problems in Physics and Astronomy Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to significant problems in physics and astronomy. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # PHYS 4992 — Special Problems in Physics and Astronomy Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to significant problems in physics and astronomy. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # PHYS 4993 — Special Problems in Physics and Astronomy Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to significant problems in physics and astronomy. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # PHYS 4994 — Special Problems in Physics and Astronomy Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to significant problems in physics and astronomy. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # PHYS 6881 — Workshop The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour. --- # PHYS 6882 — Workshop The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour. --- # PHYS 6883 — Workshop The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour. --- # PHYS 6884 — Workshop The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour. --- # PLA 2116 — Lineman I This course is first in a series of four courses which make up MPUA’s Apprentice Lineworker Training Program. It provides entry level (apprentice) electric employees with the knowledge they need to perform their jobs safely and efficiently. Combined classroom, correspondence and hands-on instruction with applied on-the-job training. Includes: Overhead and underground systems; Safety; Pole climbing, installing, and mounting; Conductors, transformers, and substations; and Equipment operation. Provides a credentialed, comprehensive safety program meeting all regulatory guidelines. Approved appre… --- # PLA 2126 — Lineman II This course is second in a series of four courses which make up MPUA’s Apprentice Lineworker Training Program. It provides entry level (apprentice) electric employees with the knowledge they need to perform their jobs safely and efficiently. Combined classroom, correspondence and hands-on instruction with applied on-the-job training. Includes: Overhead and underground systems; Safety; Pole climbing, installing, and mounting; Conductors, transformers, and substations; and Equipment operation. Provides a credentialed, comprehensive safety program meeting all regulatory guidelines. Approved appr… --- # PLA 2136 — Lineman III This course is third in a series of four courses which make up MPUA’s Apprentice Lineworker Training Program. It provides entry level (apprentice) electric employees with the knowledge they need to perform their jobs safely and efficiently. Combined classroom, correspondence and hands-on instruction with applied on-the-job training. Includes: Overhead and underground systems; Safety; Pole climbing, installing, and mounting; Conductors, transformers, and substations; and Equipment operation. Provides a credentialed, comprehensive safety program meeting all regulatory guidelines. Approved appre… --- # PLA 2146 — Journeyman Lineman This is the final course in a series of four courses which make up MPUA’s Apprentice Lineworker Training Program. It provides entry level (apprentice) electric employees with the knowledge they need to perform their jobs safely and efficiently. Combined classroom, correspondence and hands-on instruction with applied on-the-job training. Includes: Overhead and underground systems; Safety; Pole climbing, installing, and mounting; Conductors, transformers, and substations; and Equipment operation. Provides a credentialed, comprehensive safety program meeting all regulatory guidelines. Approved a… --- # PLA 3001 — Portfolio Development for Prior Learning Assessment The basis for requesting credit for prior learning is the development of a portfolio with assistance from a faculty advisor. Every student requesting credit for prior learning must enroll in this course and complete a portfolio which demonstrates the college-level learning that has resulted from experiences outside a formal academic framework. The student utilizes this method to document knowledge acquired which is equivalent to upper-division college-level credit. --- # PLA 4201 — Prior Learning Assessment Credit Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment. --- # PLA 4202 — Prior Learning Assessment Credit Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment. --- # PLA 4203 — Prior Learning Assessment Credit Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment. --- # PLA 4204 — Prior Learning Assessment Credit Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment. --- # PLA 4205 — Prior Learning Assessment Credit Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment. --- # PLA 4206 — Prior Learning Assessment Credit Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment. --- # PLA 4207 — Prior Learning Assessment Credit Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment. --- # PLA 4208 — Prior Learning Assessment Credit Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment. --- # PLA 4209 — Prior Learning Assessment Credit Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment. --- # PLA 4210 — Prior Learning Assessment Credit Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment. --- # PLA 4211 — Prior Learning Assessment Credit Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment. --- # PLA 4212 — Prior Learning Assessment Credit Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment. --- # PLA 4213 — Prior Learning Assessment Credit Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment. --- # PLA 4214 — Prior Learning Assessment Credit Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment. --- # PLA 4215 — Prior Learning Assessment Credit Based on a recommendation from the designated PLA reviewer, and reviewed by the appropriate academic dean and the University Registrar, the portfolio assessment completed in PLA 3001 will determine the number of hours awarded for prior learning. This variable-credit course provides the opportunity for the student to enroll in the number of hours that were approved through the portfolio. Regular tuition charges will be applied. The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board sets credit limits for experiential/prior learning assessment. --- # POLS 2003 — American Government A study of the principles and practices of American Government, explaining the origin and purpose of our governmental institutions in a broad sense, with consideration given to interstate and national state relations. --- # POLS 2253 — Survey of Western Political Thought An introduction to the subfield of political theory, examining the works of major political thinkers from ancient Greece to the present. --- # POLS 2403 — Comparative Government A study of the various political systems of the world, such as the governments of Western Europe, Socialist or Communist Systems, and developing world governments. The countries under examination are often selected to address important real-world circumstances. --- # POLS 2413 — World Politics A study of the theory and practice of international politics, with special emphasis upon the state system, decision-making, policy-making, war and arms control, ideology and nationalism, the global ecological system, interdependence, multinational institutions and corporations, and human rights. --- # POLS 2513 — Research Design This course is designed as an introduction to the field of political science research. This course teaches the scientific method as applied to political science, bibliographical aids, and the study and writing of political science. It is a hands-on course where students will use the skills learned to evaluate social science research. --- # POLS 3013 — United States Foreign Policy This course examines the foreign policy and relations of the United States with an emphasis on the post-World War II environment. This class looks at the global and historical background of U.S. foreign policy and relations, the many institutions that shape foreign policy, important societal influences on the foreign policy, and a selection of the major, pressing foreign policy issues. --- # POLS 3023 — Judicial Process The structure and operation of the state and national court systems. Emphasis upon the role of the criminal courts in the political system and the consequences of judicial policy making. --- # POLS 3033 — American State and Local Government A comparative study of the nature of the organization and operation of state and local governments in the United States with emphasis on state and local government in Arkansas. --- # POLS 3043 — Judicial Politics This course examines the effect of the U.S. Supreme Court and its inferior courts on American politics, government and society, as well as the interactions and processes that determine judicial policy. --- # POLS 3053 — Introduction to Public Administration A study of public administration with attention devoted to organizational problems and pathology, leadership, communication, control, and the hiring, training, compensating, motivating, and firing of personnel. Numerous case studies are considered. --- # POLS 3063 — Modern Political Thought An examination of the major contributions to political thought during the Modern Era. --- # POLS 3083 — Political Parties and Interest Groups A study of American political parties and interest groups with emphasis on such topics as public opinion, the nature and history of parties and interest groups, organizational structures and procedures, public policy interest, nominations, and elections. --- # POLS 3123 — American Political Behavior A study of the individual's decision to participate in American political life and the impact those decisions have on policy formation. The course aims to understand the influences that lead to or retard individual political participation. --- # POLS 3133 — United States Congress Examination of the U.S. Congress in terms of its functions as both a lawmaking institution and a representative institution. Attention to the legislative process, congressional elections, party leadership, and executive-legislative relations. --- # POLS 3143 — The United States Presidency Analysis of the role of the presidency in the American political system. Topics include the theoretical and constitutional foundations of the president, the growth of the presidency as an institution, the evolving constitutional, political, and environmental restraints to presidential action, presidential leadership, and historical trends in the relationship between the presidency and the legislative and judicial branches of government. --- # POLS 3153 — Sports and Politics This class looks at the intersection of sports and politics through college sports, the interaction of sports and modern society and the increasing role of legalized sports betting in Arkansas and throughout the nation. --- # POLS 3253 — Classical Political Thought An examination of the major contributions to political thought during the Classical Age, the Medieval Era, and the Renaissance. --- # POLS 3423 — Problems in International Affairs This course will examine approximately ten major issues in international affairs. It will examine the history, politics, conflicts, debates, and actors involved in each specific issue area. The specific topics are up to the instructor, and will vary from offering to offering depending on the situation and issues in international relations at the time of instruction. --- # POLS 3433 — United Nations Study of the organization and functioning of the United Nations, significant problems confronting world organization, weaknesses of the UN, and the future of world organization. Students will conduct research and write papers on significant international issues confronting the UN and on the foreign policy of selected members of the UN. Only one Model United Nations course may be taken for credit during a semester. --- # POLS 3473 — American National Security This course examines the United States military establishment with a focus on the post-World War Two era. It will examine the global threat environment, the military's formal chain of command, societal and government forces that are highly influential to U.S. security policy, and key regions and security challenges facing the U.S. today. --- # POLS 4033 — Principles of Legal Study This course is designed to introduce students to the LSAT the standardized exam needed to get into law school. The class begins with a breakdown of each of the sections of the exam. Later on in the semester the students will lead the class in solving LSAT questions. During the course of the semester students will be given three practice LSAT exams to see how much they are progressing. --- # POLS 4043 — American Constitutional Law A comprehensive study of the United States Supreme Court's decisions in the evolution of American Government as seen in the leading cases dealing with judicial review, separation of powers, and federal systems; protection of personal rights, interstate commerce, taxation, and due process of law in economic regulation and control; and civil liberties and civil rights. --- # POLS 4183 — American Legal History This course concerns the history and development of law, legal institutions, and legal culture in the United States from its colonial origins to the present day, with emphasis on constitutional case law and the interaction of law with the overall development of American society. --- # POLS 4233 — American Political Thought The background and development of American political ideas from the colonial period to the present. Emphasis is placed on colonial political theory, the Founding, conflict and consensus prior to the Civil War, the response to industrialization, the rise of the positive state, nationalism, the New Left and New Right, and current trends. --- # POLS 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Political Science Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. --- # POLS 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Political Science Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. --- # POLS 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Political Science Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. --- # POLS 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Political Science Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. --- # POLS 4963 — Senior Seminar A required course for senior Political Science majors. Course content will cover a directed seminar in a specified area of Political Science. Research techniques will be emphasized. --- # POLS 4971 — Internship A supervised placement in selected agency settings in student/trainee status under professional guidance of both an agency supervisor and a faculty member. Emphasis will be on providing hands-on experience in research, editing, cultural management, public service, or some other area related to the discipline. Written report required and minimum of 100 clock hours of supervision required per credit hour. --- # POLS 4972 — Internship A supervised placement in selected agency settings in student/trainee status under professional guidance of both an agency supervisor and a faculty member. Emphasis will be on providing hands-on experience in research, editing, cultural management, public service, or some other area related to the discipline. Written report required and minimum of 100 clock hours of supervision required per credit hour. --- # POLS 4973 — Internship A supervised placement in selected agency settings in student/trainee status under professional guidance of both an agency supervisor and a faculty member. Emphasis will be on providing hands-on experience in research, editing, cultural management, public service, or some other area related to the discipline. Written report required and minimum of 100 clock hours of supervision required per credit hour. --- # POLS 4974 — Internship A supervised placement in selected agency settings in student/trainee status under professional guidance of both an agency supervisor and a faculty member. Emphasis will be on providing hands-on experience in research, editing, cultural management, public service, or some other area related to the discipline. Written report required and minimum of 100 clock hours of supervision required per credit hour. --- # POLS 4975 — Internship A supervised placement in selected agency settings in student/trainee status under professional guidance of both an agency supervisor and a faculty member. Emphasis will be on providing hands-on experience in research, editing, cultural management, public service, or some other area related to the discipline. Written report required and minimum of 100 clock hours of supervision required per credit hour. --- # POLS 4976 — Internship A supervised placement in selected agency settings in student/trainee status under professional guidance of both an agency supervisor and a faculty member. Emphasis will be on providing hands-on experience in research, editing, cultural management, public service, or some other area related to the discipline. Written report required and minimum of 100 clock hours of supervision required per credit hour. --- # POLS 4983 — Political Science Seminar A directed seminar in an area of political science. The specific focus will depend upon research underway, community or student need, and the unique educational opportunity available. --- # POLS 4991 — Special Problems in Political Science Admission requires consent of department head. --- # POLS 4992 — Special Problems in Political Science Admission requires consent of department head. --- # POLS 4993 — Special Problems in Political Science Admission requires consent of department head. --- # POLS 4994 — Special Problems in Political Science Admission requires consent of department head. --- # POLS 6893 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. --- # PSY 2003 — General Psychology An introduction to basic concepts in the study of behavior and to elementary principles of genetics, individual differences, motivation, emotion, personality, sensation, and perception. --- # PSY 2023 — Consumer Psychology An introduction to the application of psychological principles to the study of the acts of individuals involved in obtaining and using economic goods and services, including the decision making processes that precede and determine these acts. Emphasis is placed on the role of perception, learning, personality, and attitude change. --- # PSY 2033 — Psychology of Adjustment A course to provide a broad introduction to psychology as applied to human behavior. Focus is on the theoretical and experimental issues underlying the development and function of mental and emotional states. Emphasis is on normal functioning. --- # PSY 2053 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences An introduction to descriptive and inferential statistical methods pertinent to behavioral sciences research, including correlation, sampling distributions, t-tests, chi square and analysis of variance. Emphasis is upon the logical and applied aspects. --- # PSY 2063 — Research Design for the Behavioral Sciences This course is designed to introduce you to the foundations of behavioral science, the logic of research design and the many possible modes of operation. This class focuses on teaching students in the behavioral sciences the basic principles that guide the research process, the elements of research design, how to read and critique research articles, and how to write a literature review for a research project. --- # PSY 2093 — Human Sexuality A survey of the psychological themes associated with human sexuality. Topics include, but are not limited to: love and intimacy, sexual behaviors, sexual problems, gender, and sexual orientation. --- # PSY 2133 — Cross-Cultural Psychology This course is designed to link basic principles in cross-cultural developmental psychology and practical everyday events and questions as above ones together to help students cultivate a global perspective on human behavior and gain an understanding of, and appreciation for, human development as it takes place in various cultural settings throughout the world. Experiential learning will be an important component of this course. Each student will have a chance to observe the behavior of a child/adolescent of different ethnic background from his or her own and develop their own cross-cultural… --- # PSY 3003 — Abnormal Psychology This course focuses on the theories and representative research about the presentation, etiology, and treatment of mental disorders. --- # PSY 3013 — Psychosocial Aspects of Death and Dying This course studies the psychosocial and sociological aspects of death. The course will provide a basic insight into the dynamics surrounding death from the individual and societal level, its impact on survivors, and the effect death has on the living. --- # PSY 3033 — Criminal Psychology The course familiarizes students with various models, theories, and research regarding criminality from a psychological perspective. Genetic, constitutional, and biological factors will be emphasized, and some practical applications to dealing with criminals will be considered. --- # PSY 3053 — Behavioral Neuroscience An introduction to the physiological correlates of behavior, with emphasis upon the nervous system. --- # PSY 3063 — Developmental Psychology: Childhood A study of how the maturation process affects an individual's physical and psychological state from conception through adolescence. Representative topics include (but not limited to) genetic influences, child cognitive processes, moral reasoning, and testing. --- # PSY 3073 — Psychology of Learning An introduction to the basic processes in learning and conditioning, including human and animal experimental findings. Emphasis will be placed on conditioning paradigms, reinforcement principles, memory functions and their use in behavior change. --- # PSY 3083 — Psychology of Women The purpose of this course is to examine the lives of girls and women, including topics such as gender stereotypes, the development of gender roles, gender comparisons, women and work, love relationships, women's physical and mental health, violence against women, and women in later adulthood. Students who take this course should acquire an understanding of what it means to be female in North America. --- # PSY 3093 — Industrial and Organizational Psychology A survey of psychological applications in industrial settings with emphasis upon selection, placement, and training techniques; organizational theory; and decision making processes. --- # PSY 3103 — Health Psychology This course introduces students to the mind-body relationship and the contribution of psychology in understanding health promotion, health care, and the etiology and treatment of physical illness. Representative topics covered in this course include changing health habits, stress, and coping, health care utilization, patient-provider relations, and managing chronic illness such as heart disease, AIDS, diabetes, and cancer. --- # PSY 3123 — Evolutionary Psychology This course focuses on the origins and functions of psychological mechanisms. Emphasis is placed on the psychological adaptations that aided in survival and reproduction across human ancestral history. --- # PSY 3133 — Self and Society A sociological survey of the ways in which social structure and personality interact. Topics typically covered are: socialization, attitudes and value formation and change, and group influences upon self-concept and self-esteem. --- # PSY 3141 — Seminar in Psychology A directed seminar in an area of psychology. The specific focus will depend upon research underway, student need, and current developments in the field of psychology. --- # PSY 3142 — Seminar in Psychology A directed seminar in an area of psychology. The specific focus will depend upon research underway, student need, and current developments in the field of psychology. --- # PSY 3143 — Seminar in Psychology A directed seminar in an area of psychology. The specific focus will depend upon research underway, student need, and current developments in the field of psychology. --- # PSY 3144 — Seminar in Psychology A directed seminar in an area of psychology. The specific focus will depend upon research underway, student need, and current developments in the field of psychology. --- # PSY 3153 — Personality Psychology An introduction to the various theoretical viewpoints of the normal personality structure and its development. --- # PSY 3163 — Developmental Psychology: Adulthood The study of how the maturation process affects an individual's physical and psychological state from adolescence through old age. Representative topics include (but not limited to) early, middle, and late adulthood biological, psychosocial and cognitive development. --- # PSY 3173 — Psychology of Consciousness An introduction to the various theoretical viewpoints as to the topic of consciousness and how it is investigated. --- # PSY 3183 — Development Psychology: Adolescence Since its creation in the early 20th century, the term adolescence has held a distinct position in the development of the person. This course explores the themes related to the period of adolescence, biological, psychosocial, typical and atypical development. Themes investigated in the course concern pubertal development, peers and relationship intimacy, the "adolescent rebellion", identity and vocational milestones. --- # PSY 3184 — Animal Behavior An introductory course in animal behavior covering behavioral responses in primitive and advanced animals exposed to a wide range of environmental and social conditions. Laboratory exercises will include field as well as in-lab exercises and will focus on observational techniques and analyses of behavioral patterns in vertebrates and invertebrates. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours. --- # PSY 3191 — Careers in Psychology This course provides an overview of the multiple educational and careers paths available to psychology majors. --- # PSY 3203 — Serial and Mass Murder This course explores the sociological, psychological, and criminological dimensions of serial and mass homicide. Topics include offender typologies, victim selection, motive analysis, media influence, investigative strategies, and societal responses. Emphasis is placed on theoretical frameworks, structural contexts, and the role of institutions in understanding and addressing these crimes. Students will engage with the case studies, research literature, and critical analysis to examine how homicide is patterned, portrayed, and prevented. --- # PSY 3813 — Lifespan Development A study of the processes of human development from conception through the lifespan. Research, application, and other considerations for nursing majors will be emphasized. Topics include, but are not limited to: how the maturation process affects an individual's physical and psychological state, genetic influences, child cognitive processes, moral reasoning, and early, middle, and late adulthood biological, psychosocial, and cognitive developmental processes. --- # PSY 4003 — Capstone: Advanced Research Method and Lab for Psychology A study of research methods in psychology. Emphasis is placed upon developing skills in data gathering and analysis, report writing and application of basic research strategies. --- # PSY 4013 — History of Psychology A survey of the developments in psychology from the ancient Greeks to the emergence of psychology as a modern experimental science. --- # PSY 4021 — Internships in Psychology Supervised internship in a psychological-services or applied research setting. Emphasis will be placed on the student acquiring first-hand experience and entry-level skills in practitioner roles. --- # PSY 4022 — Internships in Psychology Supervised internship in a psychological-services or applied research setting. Emphasis will be placed on the student acquiring first-hand experience and entry-level skills in practitioner roles. --- # PSY 4023 — Internships in Psychology Supervised internship in a psychological-services or applied research setting. Emphasis will be placed on the student acquiring first-hand experience and entry-level skills in practitioner roles. --- # PSY 4024 — Internships in Psychology Supervised internship in a psychological-services or applied research setting. Emphasis will be placed on the student acquiring first-hand experience and entry-level skills in practitioner roles. --- # PSY 4033 — Psychological Tests and Measurements Theory of psychological testing, statistical procedures, and training in administration, scoring and profiling of various tests of ability, achievement, interests, and personality. --- # PSY 4043 — Social Psychology The study of how individuals are influenced by the actual or implied presence of other persons. Emphasis is placed on attitudes, social cognition, social influence, aggression, altruism, self and other perception. --- # PSY 4053 — Sensation and Perception The study of general perceptual process. While the main senses will be covered, emphasis will be placed on visual functioning. The role of perception in organismic adaptation will be explored. --- # PSY 4073 — Cognitive Psychology A study of the basic principles of mental processes, and their influence on behavior. Specifically, the course focuses on the conscious and unconscious processes involved in the acquisition, storage, transformation, and use of knowledge. --- # PSY 4103 — Capstone: Advanced Psychological Science A study and demonstration of scientific and psychological literacy. With scientific literacy the emphasis is placed upon being able to evaluate science beyond the classroom (e.g. the media, popular culture, etc.). With psychological literacy the emphasis is placed upon developing skills related to communicating in various modes to various audiences, reflective of one's own and other's behavior and mental processes, acting ethically, analysis of information to evaluate courses of action, and demonstrating a vocabulary and knowledge base subject matter of psychology. The course also focuses on… --- # PSY 4133 — Psychopharmacology An introduction to the field of psychopharmacology. Representative topics include (but are not limited to) neuronal structures and processes, neurochemicals and neurotransmission, and the biological basis and pharmacological treatment of neurodegenerative diseases and mental illness. --- # PSY 4203 — Capstone: Psychology in the Community This course facilitates student experiences and work with clients and organizations that address issues, topics, and themes you are learning about in psychology. Through this educational and "hands on" curriculum, you will apply the information learned in your courses to practical, real-life situations encountered in work experiences. You will work with a chosen employer organization to seek solutions to their personal and communal issues. All work internships must be secured by the student. The instructor will facilitate the following course learning objectives (CLO): 1. Exploring the areas… --- # PSY 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Psychology Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # PSY 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Psychology Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # PSY 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Psychology Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # PSY 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Psychology Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # PSY 4991 — Special Problems in Psychology Independent work under individual guidance of a faculty member. --- # PSY 4992 — Special Problems in Psychology Independent work under individual guidance of a faculty member. --- # PSY 4993 — Special Problems in Psychology Independent work under individual guidance of a faculty member. --- # PSY 4994 — Special Problems in Psychology Independent work under individual guidance of a faculty member. --- # PTA 1121 — Clinical Kinesiology Laboratory Lab skills practice to apply concepts presented in PTA 1122 . --- # PTA 1122 — Clinical Kinesiology This course provides an introduction to the musculoskeletal anatomy, human movement, and clinical assessment. Students will learn to locate and identify muscles, joints, and boney landmarks of the spine and extremities. --- # PTA 1132 — Pathological Conditions This course will examine the mechanisms and concepts of selected pathological conditions in the human body. Emphasis is placed on how the specific pathological condition affects the functioning of the system involved, as well as its impact on other body systems. This course includes general pathology with emphasis on the study of diseases and disorders commonly seen in physical therapy practice. --- # PTA 1212 — THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURES LAB Lab skills practice to apply concepts presented in PTA 1213 . --- # PTA 1213 — THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURES Students will learn physical therapy interventions using specific physical agents. --- # PTA 1241 — Principles of Physical Therapy Laboratory This lab will cover concepts and techniques presented in PTA 1243 Principles of Physical Therapy. --- # PTA 1243 — Principles of Physical Therapy This course provides an introduction and orientation to the field of physical therapy. This course will introduce students to the theory, principles, and techniques of patient care. Students will be introduced to concepts of professional ethics and conduct in the delivery of patient care. --- # PTA 1251 — Data Collection in Physical Therapy Laboratory This lab will cover data collection and compilation as it relates to Physical Therapy. --- # PTA 2142 — Therapeutic Exercise and Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Laboratory Lab skills practice to apply to concepts presented in PTA 2143 . --- # PTA 2143 — Therapeutic Exercise and Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation This course will examine the theory and application of physical therapy procedures for the management of patients with cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions. This course will also examine the theory and application of therapeutic exercise. --- # PTA 2151 — Administrative Procedures This course will examine the administrative aspects of providing physical therapy services including reimbursement, quality improvement, laws and professional liability regarding the delivery of physical therapy services, administrative principles, and organizational patterns. --- # PTA 2163 — Clinical Experience I This course is the first clinical experience in the PTA program curriculum. Students will perform 200 hours of clinical practice in a physical therapy setting while under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist and/or licensed physical therapist assistant. Students will apply the knowledge and skills acquired from previous didactic learning as deemed appropriate by the clinical instructor. --- # PTA 2211 — Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Laboratory Lab skills practice to apply concepts presented in PTA 2212 . --- # PTA 2212 — Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation This course will examine the theory and application of physical therapy interventions for the management of patients with specific musculoskeletal conditions. A review of basic assessment and treatment procedures will be included. --- # PTA 2221 — Neurological Lifespan Concepts Lab Lab skills practice to apply concepts presented in PTA 2223 . --- # PTA 2223 — Neurological Lifespan Concepts This course will examine the principles of typical motor development and motor learning across the lifespan from infancy to adulthood. This course will also examine the theory and application of physical therapy interventions for the management of specific neurological disorders. A review of basic assessment and treatment procedures will be included. Lecture 3 hours. --- # PTA 2234 — Clinical Experience II This course is the second clinical experience in the PTA program curriculum. Students will perform 200 hours of clinical practice in a physical therapy setting while under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist and/or licensed physical therapist assistant. Students will apply the knowledge and skills acquired from previous didactic learning as deemed appropriate by the clinical instructor. --- # PTA 2235 — Clinical Experience III This course is the third clinical experience in the PTA program curriculum. Students will perform 240 hours of clinical practice in a physical therapy setting while under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist and/or licensed physical therapist assistant. Students will apply the knowledge and skills acquired from previous didactic learning as deemed appropriate by the clinical instructor. --- # RDNG 3003 — Teaching Literacy Foundations The focus of this course is on the development of language and literacy of young children, and specific techniques appropriate for emergent readers and developing readers in the elementary grades, K-6. The aim of this course will be teaching all children to read independently including struggling readers and ESL students. The course covers issues relating to the socialization patterns and practices of literacy learning in the home and school. It requires the application of knowledge of the Science of Reading components: phonological awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension,… --- # RDNG 3163 — Content Area Literacy Integrating language arts creates linguistic opportunities where literacy skills (reading, writing, listening and speaking) can be used together for real purposes and real audiences. Students in this course will explore, evaluate, create and apply a variety of integrated literacy strategies and activities, which will enhance their own as well as their future student's cognitive (critical thinking skills) and metacognitive (thinking about thinking) language art skills. --- # RDNG 4003 — Literacy Assessment and Intervention This course prepares teacher candidates to examine, assess and diagnose literacy development for the purpose of instructional planning and interventions. Teacher candidates will determine the nature of a reading problem by assessing the following components of a comprehensive literacy program: Phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Candidates will investigate and practice applying a variety of methods and tools for diagnosing and assessing literacy problems using both formal and informal assessments. Data from the assessments will be used to analyze and evalu… --- # RDNG 4013 — Child and Adolescent Literature A study of issues and trends in literature for children/adolescents and its current practices in teaching literacy and other curricular practices. --- # RDNG 5023 — Literacy Curriculum Design and Analysis Analysis of the different perspectives and dichotomies in reading curriculum analysis, evaluation, and implementation. This course will prepare reading specialists to plan, organize, assess, and supervise/coach reading programs in school systems. Candidates will use current research to evaluate issues and trends in curriculum planning, program assessment, and staff development. --- # RDNG 5053 — Literacy, Technology, and the Reading Environment This course focuses on literacy, technology, and the reading environment. Understanding the components of technology and its relationship to best practices when teaching and integrating reading instruction is imperative for the master's of reading candidate. This course will use the science of reading as a foundation including: phonics, phonemic awareness, comprehension, writing, fluency, vocabulary, and alphabetic principle. Analysis of new skills gained in this course will be applied to better support teacher and student growth. --- # RDNG 6043 — Multicultural Literacy, Language, and Culture This course focuses on the relationship between literacy, language, and culture in multilingual and multicultural settings. This course provides opportunities for students to investigate important theoretical perspectives informing research in literacy, language, and culture. Students examine the relationship between child and young adult multicultural literature, language use, instructional activities, and the development of literacy, language, and culture in multilingual and multicultural settings. In this course students will have the opportunity to examine and develop their personal philo… --- # RDNG 6086 — Reading Practicum In this practicum candidates will apply their knowledge of language and literacy theories, research and best practices to an ongoing assessment-instruction process. Candidates work intensively with an individual or a small group of primary, intermediate, or secondary struggling readers at a public, charter, or parochial school daily for 12 weeks. This course is designed to provide both a theoretical base for the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of reading difficulties as well as a practical hands-on opportunity for graduate students to administer a battery of tests to the individual(s), inter… --- # RN 2006 — PARAMEDIC TRANSITION - NURSING Three years current healthcare work experience required. This course transitions paramedics to the scope and practice of nursing. Focuses on nursing concepts and theories to meet basic human needs across the lifespan throughout the wellness/illness continuum. Emphasis on expanding the paramedic's skills and experience to transition to the role of the nurse utilizing nursing process and critical thinking. --- # RN 2112 — Pharmacology I This course focuses on the relationships between the action of drugs, their effects and the contraindications for their administration. The relationship between specific patient needs and the type of drugs that would be effective to meet those needs will be analyzed. The nursing care related to each type of drug and the rationales for care will be included. --- # RN 2113 — Introduction to Professional Nursing A three-hour course which introduces the student to selected basic concepts of professional nursing. Purpose of the course is to introduce nursing concepts to nursing majors. This course focuses on nursing as a caring profession, nurses' roles and functions, ethics, standards, legal aspects, holism, wellness, health care settings, communication, teaching/learning, critical thinking, and the nursing process. The Conceptual Framework and Philosophy of Tech's Department of Nursing will be explored. --- # RN 2115 — Practicum for Registered Nursing I A practicum course which facilitates the integration, synthesis, and application of the theories, concepts, and skills taught in RN 2112 , RN 2113 , and RN 2116 . --- # RN 2116 — Theories and Concepts for Registered Nursing I This course, utilizing the nursing process, builds upon the knowledge of the LPN and includes the bio psycho social and spiritual needs of the family. The course emphasizes family development, the childbearing experience, and the child's unique response to the internal and external environment. --- # RN 2211 — Nutrition Principles of normal nutrition at all stages of the life cycle are emphasized. Growth and development needs are incorporated into the maintenance, restoration of nutritional health, and in the prevention of nutritional deficit. Exploration is conducted of the social, religious, and cultural factors which affect the family's nutritional health. --- # RN 2212 — Pharmacology II This course is a continuation of Pharmacology I and focuses on the relationships between the action of drugs, their effects and the contraindications for their administration. The relationship between specific patient needs and the type of drugs that would be effective to meet those needs will be analyzed. The nursing care related to each type of drug and the rationales for the care will be included. --- # RN 2215 — Practicum for Registered Nursing II Co requisites: RN 2216 . This is a clinical nursing course which provides the opportunity for the integration of theories and concepts in the application of the nursing process in the care of the emotionally and/or physically dysfunctional client, family or group who are undergoing adaptation difficulties due to major deviations from wellness. The health care is delivered according to scientific principles, research findings, and accepted standards of care. Nursing behaviors and nursing roles are emphasized which are appropriate to the level of the students. Learning experiences are gained th… --- # RN 2216 — Theories and Concepts for Registered Nursing II The nursing process is the methodology used to assist clients and families toward achieving optimal health. Principles of growth and development throughout the life cycle, utilization of research findings, principles of communication in crisis, and the role of the nurse in crises situations are included in the course. Psycho social theories and concepts relevant to the care of the emotionally disturbed client and family are explored in depth. --- # RP 1002 — Backpacking This course is an introduction to basic backpacking skills, equipment, food, and backcountry travel. Day hikes and overnight hikes.) and be willing to share tents, stoves, cooking gear, etc. with other students in the course. Some students may need to borrow or purchase such gear depending on the equipment owned by members of the class. This is an activity course. No more than four hours of activity credit may be counted toward graduation. A student registering for an activities course in excess of these limits receives no credit for the additional course and the grade is not included in the… --- # RP 1011 — Sport Hunting An introduction to the fundamentals of sport hunting, materials, and personal skills. Emphasis on state game laws, personal equipment and usage, game species and their natural habitats, and firearm safety. Arkansas Hunter Safety certification awarded with successful completion. This is an activity course. No more than four hours of activity credit may be counted toward graduation. A student registering for an activities course in excess of these limits receives no credit for the additional course and the grade is not included in the computation of grade point. --- # RP 1013 — Principles of Tourism This course provides an overview of the history of the tourism profession and insight into the nature, scope, and significance of the tourism industry. --- # RP 1021 — Boating Education This course will take students through the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Boating Guide. Those who successfully complete the course will be awarded Boating Safety Certification. A variety of audio visual presentations will be used, and participation in one weekend day of actual boating experience is required. Certification is awarded upon completion. This is an activity course. No more than four hours of activity credit may be counted toward graduation. A student registering for an activities course in excess of these limits receives no credit for the additional course and the grade is not… --- # RP 1041 — Principles and Techniques of Fishing This course provides an introduction to the sport of fishing. Students will learn to identify species of freshwater fish, emphasizing fish inhabiting Arkansas streams and lakes. Students will learn casting techniques, ethics, catch-and-release techniques, knot tying, and lure and bait selection. Cleaning and cooking your catch of the day will be covered. Bring your own pole and tackle. Field trips to area fishing holes. This is an activity course. No more than four hours of activity credit may be counted toward graduation. A student registering for an activities course in excess of these limi… --- # RP 1993 — Basic Forest Firefighting This class is taught jointly by the U.S. Forest Service and ATU using classroom theory and weekend field exercises which will enable successful candidates to obtain the "Red Card" recognized by most federal and many state firefighting agencies as a minimum requirement for wildland fire firefighting certification. This class consists of the following wildland fire training courses recognized by the National Wildland Coordinating Group (NWCG): S-130 Basic Firefighting; S-190 Introduction to Fire Behavior; S-110 Wildland Fire Suppression Orientation; I-100 Introduction to Incident Command System… --- # RP 2003 — Events and Experience Management This course provides a basic understanding and application of event and experience management principles; design, planning, implementing, and evaluating events and organized experiences. --- # RP 2013 — Open Space Management An introduction to management of various open spaces, landscapes, and trail systems. This course will address the environmental, human, and economical aspects for better management of open spaces. --- # RP 2023 — Trail Planning and Management An experiential learning course on planning and design process for the evolution of trails. --- # RP 2033 — Leadership in Experience Industries A study of the processes, methods, and characteristics of leadership and supervision in the experience industries. This course will help students further develop the vital leadership skills needed in all experience industries. --- # RP 2043 — Trail Advocacy is a comprehensive course designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to advocate effectively for the development, management, and conservation of trails. The course covers a range of topics, including stakeholder engagement, policy analysis, environmental conservation, community outreach, conflict resolution, and trail design principles. Through a combination of lectures, case studies, guest speakers, and hands-on projects, students will learn how to navigate the complexities of trail advocacy, engage with all stakeholders, and promote sustainable trail management prac… --- # RP 2112 — Introduction to Professional Practice This course introduces students to the tourism profession and the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences necessary to be successful in the tourism industry. Faculty will mentor and lead students in introductory experiences and situations through service learning and mentored research. Minimum of 45 clock hours of services learning is required. --- # RP 2113 — Global Perspectives of Tourism This course explores tourism perspectives of various people, cultures, societies, nations, and movements across the world. Students will explore local to global tourism perceptions of development, support, access, and sustainability. --- # RP 2133 — Introduction to Travel and Tourism The introduction to travel and tourism, its components and relationship to the recreation and hospitality industry. The course will explore the current and future trends in travel and tourism and the effects on the economy, as well as the social and political impacts of travel and tourism. --- # RP 2881 — Special Topics Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to parks, recreation, and hospitality administration. --- # RP 2882 — Special Topics Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to parks, recreation, and hospitality administration. --- # RP 2883 — Special Topics Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to parks, recreation, and hospitality administration. --- # RP 2991 — Special Problems Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to parks, recreation, and hospitality administration. --- # RP 2992 — Special Problems Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to parks, recreation, and hospitality administration. --- # RP 2993 — Special Problems Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to parks, recreation, and hospitality administration. --- # RP 3013 — Inclusive Recreation This course introduces students to the concept of Inclusive Recreation, which is the planning, implementation and evaluation of recreation programs designed to include ALL persons, including those with disabilities. --- # RP 3023 — Camp Administration Theory and principles of camp administration, programming, leadership, and supervision in public, private, and school camps. Field trips, school camp. --- # RP 3033 — Entrepreneurship in Experience Industries An introduction to the spectrum of planning, delivery and assessment of goods and services in the commercial experience industries. --- # RP 3034 — Master Planning for Parks and Tourism Fundamentals of the site planning process and application to park and recreation development, including consideration of factors both external (user preferences) and internal to the site (function, organization and aesthetic treatment). Emphasis on resource capabilities and potentials. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. --- # RP 3043 — Developing Professional Practices This course provides students the opportunity to develop professional knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences in the tourism industry. Students will take part in meaningful immersive work experiences and work situations. Minimum of 100 clock hours of work experience is required. --- # RP 3053 — Natural Resource Management Study of the economic, social, political, and physical factors of the natural environment and methods to guide, direct, and influence orderly growth and development. --- # RP 3063 — Outdoor Education An introduction to outdoor education foundations, methods, and practice. Preparation and planning for teaching in, about and for the outdoors. Leadership of outdoor education programs. --- # RP 3093 — Interpretive Methods An analysis of various interpretive techniques, interpretive planning, and utilization of interpretation to obtain management goals. Students will plan, design and implement interpretive programs using various media. --- # RP 3113 — Talent Acquisition and Management This course provides a strategic and tactical approach to staffing, recruiting, selection, placement, onboarding, and employee development within the tourism industry. --- # RP 3133 — Tourism Planning An examination of the tourism planning process and techniques. Topics include tourism as a system, levels of planning, environmental, cultural and economic components, attractions, transportation, infrastructure and marketing. --- # RP 3403 — Experience Industry Finance Management An introduction to recreation and park financial management including revenue and expenditure management. --- # RP 3503 — Sports for Communities and Tourism An overview of recreational sport and event management in various settings. Topics include informal, intramural, club, extramural, instructional sports, and sporting events programming; values of recreational sports; administration and operation of recreational sports and sporting events; terminology and career opportunities in various sport settings. --- # RP 3993 — Wildland Fire Practices in Natural Resource Management Advanced study of the organization, deployment, and techniques of fire suppression applicable to wildfires affecting residences, outbuildings, and other human-structure barriers in remote areas and outlying suburban locales. Particular emphasis on wildland structure and urban interface fire suppression problems. This is a science-based course. Emphasis is placed on: (1) uncontrolled wildland fire and the many positive and negative impacts with which fire personnel must deal; (2) planning and implementing controlled burn projects to attain desired future conditions and reduce fire hazards, and… --- # RP 4001 — Internship Preparation Preparation for the internship experience. This course is graded Pass/Fail. --- # RP 4013 — Experience Industry Administration A study of the administrative process of planning, organizing, staffing, directing, evaluating, budgeting, and coordinating of recreation and park agencies. --- # RP 4023 — Tourism Research The course provides opportunities for data analysis, information synthesis, and research theory in order for students to enhance decision making and understanding of trends and issues in order to improve professional practice in the tourism industry. --- # RP 4043 — Field Seminar in Interpretive Methods This off-campus course will be of one-week duration conducted at recreation and park facilities in Arkansas and the nearby region. The course will center on discussion of interpretive facilities, techniques, problems and innovations with leading professionals on site. NOTE: May only be repeated for 6 hours of credit. --- # RP 4053 — Water Resources Development A study of water resources with emphasis on surface supply and small watershed and reservoir recreation. Supply and pollution in federal, state, local and private water use allocation will be considered. --- # RP 4063 — Park Management Basic principles, practices, and problems pertaining to the management of public park systems with emphasis on maintenance and operation schedules, construction and maintenance equipment, employee safety, office procedures, law enforcement, personnel management, and public relations. --- # RP 4073 — Principles and Techniques of Therapeutic Recreation Cross-list: TR 4073 . A professional course which examines the foundation, theory, philosophy, and historical significance of therapeutic recreation. Emphasis on the therapeutic recreation process as it relates to program development and service delivery for individuals with illnesses and/ or disabilities in various clinical and community settings. --- # RP 4093 — Resort and Club Management An in-depth study of resorts and clubs with respect to their planning, development, organization, management, marketing, visitor characteristics, and environmental consequences. --- # RP 4103 — Recreation Law and Policy An examination of the relationship between recreation and the law. Specific topics include liability negligence, contracts, safety codes, law enforcement, insurance, and administration policy. Identification of legal decision making organizations and the court system, including the policy dimensions of land acquisition, personnel disputes, and current issues in land use. --- # RP 4112 — Internship II Must enroll in RP 4114 Internship I previous summer term. Placement in selected agency settings in student intern status under professional guidance of both agency supervisor and faculty. Emphasis will be placed on application of classroom theory to agency requirements which fulfill student's individual career interests. No prior experience credit will be granted. In RP 4112 a minimum of 160 clock hours during a minimum of 4 weeks of supervised internship is required. Student cannot document more than 50 hours of work experience per week. Students are encouraged to obtain and read the syllabu… --- # RP 4116 — Internship Placement in selected agency settings as a student intern under professional guidance of both agency supervisor and faculty. Emphasis will be placed on application of classroom theory to agency requirements which fulfill student's individual career interest. No prior experience credit will be granted. Minimum of 560 clock hours during a minimum of 14 weeks of supervised internship is required. Student cannot document more than 40 hours of work experience per week. A written report is required within two weeks of internship completion. --- # RP 4119 — Mastery in Professional Practice This course provides a complementary source of learning and enhancement to the students' academic program and career objectives through experiential education; engaging the student in a unique three-way partnership between an approved industry partner, the university, and the student. There is a minimum of 400 hours of service learning required during 10 weeks of supervised experiential education. --- # RP 4173 — Therapeutic Recreation Assessment and Documentation Cross-list: TR 4173 . This course is an examination of the various assessment tools, styles of documentation, and methods of assessment and documentation utilized in therapeutic recreation services. The purpose of this course is to provide students with the basic skills and knowledge necessary to conduct therapeutic recreation assessments and to properly document health care information. --- # RP 4273 — Administration and Operation of Therapeutic Recreation Programs Program design and planning for effective administration of client centered services for special populations. Management of therapeutic recreation services including standards of practice, clinical supervision, reimbursement, marketing, budgeting, and writing policies and procedures. --- # RP 4373 — Interventions in Therapeutic Recreation This course is designed to provide an understanding of the various interventions utilized in therapeutic recreation services and to develop technical competencies necessary for the provision of quality therapeutic recreation services. Emphasis will be placed on the skillful application of various processes and techniques utilized to facilitate therapeutic changes in the client. --- # RP 4473 — Issues and Trends in Therapeutic Recreation This course provides an examination of current issues, trends, and professionalization concerns in therapeutic recreation, including professional organizations, ethics, current legislation, professional development, professional standards, credentialing, accreditation standards, improving organizational performance, and current controversies. --- # RP 4573 — Interventions in Therapeutic Recreation II Study of the concepts and intervention techniques used in the application and process aspects of therapeutic recreation. Content includes evidence-based practice, planning and leading interventions, instructional techniques, counseling theory and practice, implementing groups, communication techniques, and facilitation techniques. A practical learning component is included. --- # RP 4881 — Advanced Special Topics Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to parks, recreation, and hospitality administration. --- # RP 4882 — Advanced Special Topics Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to parks, recreation, and hospitality administration. --- # RP 4883 — Advanced Special Topics Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to parks, recreation, and hospitality administration. --- # RP 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Recreation and Park Administration Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # RP 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Recreation and Park Administration Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # RP 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Recreation and Park Administration Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # RP 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Recreation and Park Administration Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # RP 4991 — Special Problems Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to parks, recreation, and hospitality administration. --- # RP 4992 — Special Problems Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to parks, recreation, and hospitality administration. --- # RP 4993 — Special Problems Investigative studies and special problems and topics related to parks, recreation, and hospitality administration. --- # RS 2003 — Introduction to Rehabilitation Science A survey of the history, philosophy, and roles of the rehabilitation and social services movement. In addition, the course will focus on public attitudes toward people with disability, adjustment to disability, and an orientation to the various community resources which can be utilized toward the rehabilitation of people with disabilities. --- # RS 2043 — Introduction to Social Services An introduction to the history, philosophy, and legal basis of the social services movement. This class will also emphasize the social service case process and case management practices. --- # RS 2163 — Introduction to Addictions A study of drug abuse emphasizing etiology, patterns of use and abuse, and problems related to research and approaches to treatment. --- # RS 3013 — The World of Work A survey of the world of work emphasizing the role of work in our society, how disability changes one's work role, how career choices are made, and placement techniques. --- # RS 3143 — Rehabilitation Science Seminar A directed seminar in an area of rehabilitation science. The specific focus will depend upon research underway, community or student need, and the unique educational opportunity available. --- # RS 3153 — Assistive Technology in Rehabilitation Settings A study of the types of technology devices and services available to individuals with disabilities. Emphasis will be placed on knowledge of resources, assessment of individual needs, funding of devices and services, and methods to use assistive technology to improve the quality of life for all individuals. --- # RS 3163 — Addictions Assessment, Planning, and Treatment Strategies A study and assessment of addiction disorders and related treatment planning approaches with an overview of evidence based intervention techniques and strategies. Group facilitation skills and meeting cultural issues in the group setting will be addressed. --- # RS 3173 — Addictions and the Family A study of the impact of addictions upon families, the social fabric of the nation. The course includes a review of family systems theory and family addictions counseling models. --- # RS 3204 — Interviewing Skills This course is designed to facilitate basic mastery of core communication skills (micro skills) necessary to build meaningful and effective helping relationships. Students will need to think, be creative, and practice in order to transfer the micro skills they learn to outside the classroom. Rehabilitation Science is an applied program of study. RS 3204 is a prerequisite methods course which prepares students for field placement activities such interviewing and interpersonal communication, and geared for students who plan on providing direct client/patient services in their future careers and… --- # RS 3243 — Child Welfare provides knowledge and skills necessary for the generalist practice of child welfare with an emphasis on protective services, foster care, and adoption services. Processes of engagement, assessment, intervention, and follow-up regarding child protection and family preservation with diverse clients across systems are examined. --- # RS 3263 — Resiliency, Vulnerability, and Crisis Individuals with disabilities may be affected by crisis situations and trauma, and it is important to understand the immunities (strengths) and vulnerabilities (needs) that affect the ability of the person to respond to these situations. These immunities and vulnerabilities may come from within the individual or their personal situation, or societal responses to disasters such as Covid-19, tornadoes, earthquakes, and hurricanes. This course will provide students with exposure to assessing and planning for crisis situations, both from a personal and societal perspective. Students will learn ho… --- # RS 4003 — Medical and Psychosocial Aspects of Disability A study of the etiology, treatment, and prognosis of various disabling conditions. Emphasis will be placed on medical information as received in medical reports, and as related to vocational functioning and to the everyday psychological and social adjustment problems associated with disability. This course may not be repeated for credit as CNSL 5003 or equivalent. --- # RS 4012 — Internship in Rehabilitation Services This is a twelve hour course. A full-time, one semester supervised internship in a rehabilitation or social services setting, either public or private. Emphasis will be placed on the student acquiring first-hand experience and entry level skills in practitioner roles such as case management, interviewing and counseling, and coordination of client services among the various community helping services. A grade of C or better is required for Rehabilitation Science majors. --- # RS 4023 — Case Management Strategies This course is an introduction to case management and caseload management procedures, techniques, and issues. The relationship of evaluation, counseling, vocational rehabilitation, independent living, and utilization of community resources is investigated. RS 4023 is a prerequisite methods course which prepares students for field placement activities such as case management, caseload management, interviewing, and interpersonal communication and management skills, including computer applications and technologies for caseload management are presented. --- # RS 4104 — Service Learning in Rehabilitation Science This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to engage in rehabilitation related work in the community. Students will have the opportunity to complete volunteer work and contribute to others while utilizing rehabilitation related concepts learned in the classroom. --- # RS 4119 — Mastery Professional Practice Senior standing, consent of department head and completion of all other courses applicable to degree. Placement in selected agency settings in student intern status under professional guidance of both agency supervisor and faculty. Emphasis will be placed on application of classroom theory to agency requirements which fulfill student's individual career interests. No prior experience credit will be granted. Minimum of 560 clock hours during a minimum of 14 weeks of supervised internship is required. Student cannot document more than 40 hours of work experience a week. A written report is requ… --- # RS 4123 — Survey of Counseling Theories A comparative study of the major theories of counseling, stressing their philosophical views of mankind, assumptions, techniques, strengths, and weaknesses. --- # RS 4143 — Disabilities throughout the Life Span A study of the delivery of services to, and the rehabilitation of, those handicapped individuals classified as being developmentally disabled, i.e., mental retardation, cerebral palsy, and epilepsy. Emphasis will be placed on prevocational, vocational, and community-living training for such individuals and the planning required for the provision of such services. --- # RS 4194 — Field Placement Experiences A supervised 14-week field placement (Fall, Spring), or a 10-week field placement (Summer). It can only be taken once in a semester. A grade of C or better is required for Rehabilitation Science majors. --- # RS 4223 — Ethics and Professional Development A study of personal values, CRCC, ACA, and APA professional guidelines, and decision making models that will assist future human service practitioners to effectively deal with ethical dilemmas. This course will emphasize critical thinking and problem solving, and will utilize instructor and student generated dilemmas. This course may not be repeated for credit as CNSL 5223 or equivalent. --- # RS 4233 — Human Dynamics for Helping Professionals This course provides a foundational knowledge and awareness pertaining to the many sociopolitical and cultural factors that shape human relationships, behaviors, and societal trends related to factors such as culture, nationality, age, gender, physical and cognitive characteristics, education, family systems, and belief structures. Socioeconomic conditions include: a) social and cultural dynamics within and among groups at national and international levels; b) the development of attitudes, belief systems, and personal identity; c) strategies for effective interaction and communication between… --- # RS 4253 — Psychopathology A study of the DSM-V-TR (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, 5th Edition -Text Revised) and the mild to severe behavioral disorders found therein. Students will learn about the etiology, treatment, and prognosis of various mental health diagnoses, gain a broad knowledge regarding psychological disorders, dysfunctional behaviors, and appropriate diagnostic and treatment options for these diagnoses, as well as develop a foundational comprehension regarding the diagnostic classification system, etiology, assessment, and treatment of mental health diagnoses. Both the history of mental health as we… --- # RS 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Rehabilitation Science Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # RS 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Rehabilitation Science Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # RS 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Rehabilitation Science Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # RS 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Rehabilitation Science Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # RS 4991 — Special Problems in Rehabilitation Science Independent work under individual guidance of a staff member. --- # RS 4992 — Special Problems in Rehabilitation Science Independent work under individual guidance of a staff member. --- # RS 4993 — Special Problems in Rehabilitation Science Independent work under individual guidance of a staff member. --- # RS 4994 — Special Problems in Rehabilitation Science Independent work under individual guidance of a staff member. --- # SA 1001 — Study Abroad/Study Away This is a variable hour and variable level course that acts as a placeholder for students who are taking classes at other institutions through Arkansas Tech University's study abroad or study away program. --- # SA 1002 — Study Abroad/Study Away This is a variable hour and variable level course that acts as a placeholder for students who are taking classes at other institutions through Arkansas Tech University's study abroad or study away program. --- # SA 1003 — Study Abroad/Study Away This is a variable hour and variable level course that acts as a placeholder for students who are taking classes at other institutions through Arkansas Tech University's study abroad or study away program. --- # SA 1004 — Study Abroad/Study Away This is a variable hour and variable level course that acts as a placeholder for students who are taking classes at other institutions through Arkansas Tech University's study abroad or study away program. --- # SA 2001 — Study Abroad/Study Away This is a variable hour and variable level course that acts as a placeholder for students who are taking classes at other institutions through Arkansas Tech University's study abroad or study away program. --- # SA 2002 — Study Abroad/Study Away This is a variable hour and variable level course that acts as a placeholder for students who are taking classes at other institutions through Arkansas Tech University's study abroad or study away program. --- # SA 2003 — Study Abroad/Study Away This is a variable hour and variable level course that acts as a placeholder for students who are taking classes at other institutions through Arkansas Tech University's study abroad or study away program. --- # SA 2004 — Study Abroad/Study Away This is a variable hour and variable level course that acts as a placeholder for students who are taking classes at other institutions through Arkansas Tech University's study abroad or study away program. --- # SA 3001 — Study Abroad/Study Away This is a variable hour and variable level course that acts as a placeholder for students who are taking classes at other institutions through Arkansas Tech University's study abroad or study away program. --- # SA 3002 — Study Abroad/Study Away This is a variable hour and variable level course that acts as a placeholder for students who are taking classes at other institutions through Arkansas Tech University's study abroad or study away program. --- # SA 3003 — Study Abroad/Study Away This is a variable hour and variable level course that acts as a placeholder for students who are taking classes at other institutions through Arkansas Tech University's study abroad or study away program. --- # SA 3004 — Study Abroad/Study Away This is a variable hour and variable level course that acts as a placeholder for students who are taking classes at other institutions through Arkansas Tech University's study abroad or study away program. --- # SA 4001 — Study Abroad/Study Away This is a variable hour and variable level course that acts as a placeholder for students who are taking classes at other institutions through Arkansas Tech University's study abroad or study away program. --- # SA 4002 — Study Abroad/Study Away This is a variable hour and variable level course that acts as a placeholder for students who are taking classes at other institutions through Arkansas Tech University's study abroad or study away program. --- # SA 4003 — Study Abroad/Study Away This is a variable hour and variable level course that acts as a placeholder for students who are taking classes at other institutions through Arkansas Tech University's study abroad or study away program. --- # SA 4004 — Study Abroad/Study Away This is a variable hour and variable level course that acts as a placeholder for students who are taking classes at other institutions through Arkansas Tech University's study abroad or study away program. --- # SAA 6013 — College Athletes An overview of how to design, implement, and sustain best practices for college athletes in the growing area of student-athlete affairs. This course strives to better prepare professionals to serve college athletes through supportive programs, while also exploring topics such as current research, challenges, strategies to enhance support, and future trends. --- # SAA 6023 — Introduction to Student Affairs Administration This course will provide the student with an understanding of the breadth of college student personnel work and introduce the student to the theory and practice of student personnel work as a profession. --- # SAA 6033 — Student Development Theory This is an introductory course in college student development theory. Students will be provided with a foundation to understand student development theory and how to apply it in a practical way in their work with college students. --- # SAA 6043 — Today's College Students This course provides an overview of literature and research pertaining to student populations, characteristics, and subcultures, and how these affect students' college experiences. --- # SAA 6053 — Legal Issues in Higher Education This course is designed to teach a process of legal analysis. Benchmark cases will be used to illuminate basic issues. The student will be exposed to a range of administrative problems at the postsecondary level that entail legal implications. The course experiences should ultimately help current and prospective administrators to envision the legal dimensions of collegiate-level decision processes. --- # SAA 6063 — Capstone Seminar This capstone seminar is designed to provide graduating students with the opportunity to discuss current issues in higher education and student affairs practice with the goal of preparing them as new professionals in the field. --- # SAA 6073 — Counseling Theories and Helping Skills Emphasizes major counseling theories, techniques, and basic helping skills that are commonly referenced in student affairs work. --- # SAA 6083 — Practicum I in Higher Education and Student Affairs This course provides students the opportunity to participate in a supervised professional experience. The student will process, discuss, and share experiences gained during the practical internship to integrate the experiences. Students will log a minimum of 100 clock hours in an approved site. --- # SAA 6093 — Practicum II in Higher Education and Student Affairs This course provides students the opportunity to participate in a second supervised professional experience. The student will process, discuss, and share experiences gained during the practical internship to integrate the experience. Students will log a minimum of 100 clock hours in an approved site. --- # SAA 6113 — Research Design and Analysis The student will learn to interpret, analyze, and evaluate research reports in professional journals and will understand the principles which underlie effective scientific investigation. --- # SAA 6123 — Assessment and Evaluation in Higher Education An in-depth survey of the outcomes assessment and institutional effectiveness movement and including assessment techniques, instruments selection, analysis of assessment data, and reporting of assessment findings. --- # SAA 6143 — Administration in Higher Education and Student Affairs The course provides an overview of the relevant theories in the management, organization, and leadership of institutions of higher education, particularly in areas of student affairs administration. Emphasis will be placed on the application of theory and knowledge to administrative practices of human resource management, financial and budgeting, and facilities management. Students will also examine student affairs units in their functional contexts, including, but not limited to, such areas as admissions, financial aid, orientation, counseling, academic advising, support services, residence… --- # SAA 6153 — Advising Student Groups This course is designed for Student Affairs professionals to gain an understanding of advising student groups and organizations on a college campus. The course will highlight student development theories that introduce group dynamics and student leadership. The course will review the role of the advisor, risk management, leadership development of student, practical skills and techniques that will assist in the formation of new student groups, and will provide valuable resources to help future college administrators with their role as a leader of a student group/organization. --- # SAA 6163 — Academic Advising This course will provide an overview of the foundations of academic advising as an essential component of student success and retention programs at higher education institutions. The course will focus on advising models, application, and best practices in delivery of advising models. --- # SAA 6173 — Career Advising This course will provide an overview of the foundations of career advising. Students will learn career development theories, career advising interventions and practices, career assessment and planning tools, and sources of career information and technology designed to assist individuals and groups in lifelong career and lifestyle planning. --- # SAA 6283 — Advising Practicum Students will gain a conceptual understanding of advising in post-secondary institutions by actively participating in a supervised experience. Students will log a minimum of 100 clock hours in an approved site where they will observe and participate in advising (academic, career, or advising student groups) related services. --- # SAA 6881 — Special Problems (Workshop) in Student Affairs Administration Special Problems (Workshop) in SAA is an elective course that will provide a study of contemporary issues or problems associated with the field of student affairs and higher education in general. Students will explore these issues, the impact they have on the field of student affairs, and to be introduced to best practices that can be applied to address the issues from a developmental point of view. --- # SAA 6882 — Special Problems (Workshop) in Student Affairs Administration Special Problems (Workshop) in SAA is an elective course that will provide a study of contemporary issues or problems associated with the field of student affairs and higher education in general. Students will explore these issues, the impact they have on the field of student affairs, and to be introduced to best practices that can be applied to address the issues from a developmental point of view. --- # SAA 6883 — Special Problems (Workshop) in Student Affairs Administration Special Problems (Workshop) in SAA is an elective course that will provide a study of contemporary issues or problems associated with the field of student affairs and higher education in general. Students will explore these issues, the impact they have on the field of student affairs, and to be introduced to best practices that can be applied to address the issues from a developmental point of view. --- # SAA 6893 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. This course may be repeated for credit. --- # SCS 6003 — Sport Psychology Examines psychological concepts, research, and theories in relation to sport and exercise participation. --- # SCS 6013 — Measurement and Evaluation in Strength and Conditioning An advanced investigation of measurement and assessment theory along with the study of various test and measurement protocols used in strength and conditioning, exercise, and sport. Testing in the cognitive, psychomotor, health-fitness, and affective domains will be reviewed. Criteria for selection of tests including validity, reliability, objectivity, and utility. Basic statistical methods as applied to strength and conditioning with particular emphasis on interpretation and evaluation of results will be emphasized. --- # SCS 6033 — Strength and Conditioning Program Design and Development An advanced course that integrates scientific principles and practical applications related to designing a safe and effective strength and conditioning training program. Tenets from Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, and Exercise Psychology will be reviewed as design principles are covered. --- # SCS 6043 — Techniques for Development of Hypertrophy, Strength, and Power An intensive course designed to assist trainers and coaches in developing the ability to teach proper resistance training techniques. Scientific research dealing with the development of hypertrophy, strength, and power will be explored. --- # SCS 6053 — Techniques for Development of Speed, Agility, Reaction Time and Endurance An intensive course designed to assist trainers and coaches in teaching various techniques designed to enhance flexibility, speed, agility, reaction time, and glycolytic and aerobic endurance. --- # SCS 6063 — Trends in Sports Nutrition and Metabolism An advanced study of nutrition as a means to enhance performance in exercise and sport. --- # SCS 6083 — Instructional Strategies for Strength Coaches This course focuses on effective sport pedagogy. Students will gain experience in a range of pedagogical skills including designing learning experiences, task presentation, content analysis, strategies for developing the learning environment, assessment of athlete/client performance, and systematic observation techniques for analyzing and improving teaching. --- # SCS 6103 — Professional Project The professional project should be developed and must be approved by the Graduate Program Director prior to enrolling in this course. The Professional Project is the capstone course for the Master of Strength and Conditioning Studies degree, serving as the integrative culmination of the program. The student is responsible for producing a substantial piece of independent research, a significant professional creative project, or a meaningful internship. --- # SEED 2003 — Education as a Profession This course provides potential teacher education candidates with the knowledge base and practice in the skills needed to locate educational research information; analyze, synthesize, and evaluate the complied materials; professionally communicate these findings to others; and examine, observe, and reflect upon research applications in the school setting. --- # SEED 2113 — Human Development and Learning Theories This course is a study of the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development of the individual beginning with the early childhood period and continuing through early adolescence. This course also provides lateral entry teachers an introduction to learning theory, various styles of learning, and motivational factors involved in the learning process. Emphasis is placed on the development of cognitive skills using the eight types of intelligence and applying these to practical classroom situations. Upon completion, students should be able to describe theories and styles of learning. This cour… --- # SEED 4503 — Seminar in Secondary Education This course is designed to provide secondary teacher candidates with knowledge and understanding of the history of American Education, school law, and other contemporary education issues. This course will also address teaching/ learning strategies for content area learning and assessment. --- # SEED 4553 — Classroom Application of Educational Psychology This course introduces secondary teacher candidates to educational psychology as a research- oriented discipline and a science of practical application. The course also requires that students apply the theories and principles to instructional planning, teaching, managing and accessing students. The course consists of classroom instruction and a field component. --- # SEED 4809 — Residency B A minimum of twelve weeks of supervised full-time student teaching at both the elementary and secondary levels. Meets requirements for K 12 licensure in art and music and licensure at both the elementary and secondary levels for physical education. --- # SEED 4909 — Residency B A minimum of twelve weeks of supervised full-time student teaching at the secondary level. --- # SEED 4991 — Special Problems in Secondary Education Individual study of significant topics or problems relating to education under the guidance of an assigned faculty member. --- # SEED 4992 — Special Problems in Secondary Education Individual study of significant topics or problems relating to education under the guidance of an assigned faculty member. --- # SEED 4993 — Special Problems in Secondary Education Individual study of significant topics or problems relating to education under the guidance of an assigned faculty member. --- # SEED 4994 — Special Problems in Secondary Education Individual study of significant topics or problems relating to education under the guidance of an assigned faculty member. --- # SOC 1003 — Introductory Sociology An introduction to the nature of society, social groups, processes of interaction, social change, and the relationship of behavior to culture. --- # SOC 2003 — Introduction to Criminal Justice An overview of the criminal justice system and the workings of each component. Topics include the history, structure and functions of law enforcement, judicial and correctional organizations, their interrelationship and effectiveness, and the future trends in each. --- # SOC 2033 — Social Problems A sociological analysis of contemporary social problems including inequalities, deviance, population changes, and troubled institutions. --- # SOC 2043 — Crime and Delinquency A study of the major areas of crime and delinquency; with emphasis on theories of crime and the nature of criminal behavior. --- # SOC 2053 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences An introduction to descriptive and inferential statistical methods pertinent to behavioral science research, including correlation, sampling distributions, t-tests, chi square and analysis of variance. Emphasis is upon the logical and applied aspects. --- # SOC 2063 — Research Design for the Behavioral Sciences This course is designed to introduce you to the foundations of behavioral science, the logic of research design and the many possible modes of operation. This class focuses on teaching students in the behavioral sciences the basic principles that guide the research process, the elements of research design, how to read and critique research articles, and how to write a literature review for a research project. --- # SOC 2073 — Survey of Sociological Theories A study of the historical development of social thought. --- # SOC 2083 — Contemporary Theories of Sociology A survey course of sociological theories and theory development from the classical period to post-modernism. --- # SOC 3013 — Psychosocial Aspects of Death and Dying This course studies the psychological and sociological aspects of death. The course will provide a basic insight into the dynamics surrounding death from the individual and societal level, its impact on survivors, and the effect death has on the living. --- # SOC 3023 — The Family A study of the American family institution with emphasis upon role relationships, norms, and models. Some attention is given to cross cultural comparisons. --- # SOC 3083 — Social Deviance An introduction to the sociological and criminological study of human deviance. Various theories of deviance will be examined and applied to real life examples. --- # SOC 3103 — The Juvenile Justice System An in-depth look at the juvenile justice system including the structure, statuses and roles as well as current issues, problems, and trends. --- # SOC 3123 — Sociology of Culture Sociologists use the word "culture" to mean many things, some cognitive (e.g., ideas or schemata), some behavioral (e.g., rituals, speech), and some material (art works, clothing, buildings). This class will attend to all kinds, as long as they have something to do with meaning attached to social life. This course will expose you to major research traditions, themes, and areas of study in the sociology of culture. In so doing, it provides an overview for the curious and a platform for those who wish to do further work (research, comprehensive exam, teaching) in the sociology of culture. --- # SOC 3133 — Self and Society A sociological survey of the ways in which social structure and personality interact. Topics typically covered are: socialization, attitudes and value formation and change, and group influences upon self-concept and self-esteem. --- # SOC 3141 — Careers in Sociology This course provides students with an overview of the practicality of a degree in sociology and assists students with career preparations. --- # SOC 3143 — Qualitative Research Methods This course is designed to provide a broad overview of qualitative research methods – “an umbrella term covering an array of interpretive techniques which seek to describe, decode, translate, and otherwise come to terms with the meaning, not the frequency, of certain more or less naturally occurring phenomena in the social world” (Van Maanen, 1983, p. 9) – used in the social sciences. This course will explore the aims, theoretical frameworks, tools, and methods of qualitative research. The course begins with a review of the philosophical assumptions and interpretive frameworks associated with… --- # SOC 3153 — Prison and Corrections An introduction to and analysis of contemporary American corrections. Emphasis will be on current and past correctional philosophy, traditional and modern correctional facilities, correctional personnel and offenders, new approaches in corrections, and the relationship of corrections to the criminal justice field. --- # SOC 3163 — Introduction to Social Research An introduction to research methodology, with emphasis upon conceptualization, design, and processes. --- # SOC 3203 — Serial and Mass Murder This course explores the sociological, psychological, and criminological dimensions of serial and mass homicide. Topics include offender typologies, victim selection, motive analysis, media influence, investigative strategies, and societal responses. Emphasis is placed on theoretical frameworks, structural contexts, and the role of institutions in understanding and addressing these crimes. Students will engage with the case studies, research literature, and critical analysis to examine how homicide is patterned, portrayed, and prevented. --- # SOC 3223 — Cybercrimes An examination of cybercrime including, but not limited to, the types, historical background, theoretical perspectives, measurement, and law enforcement of cybercrime. --- # SOC 3273 — Victimology An introduction to the sociological and criminological study of victimization focused on survivors. Topics include trauma-informed theory, national victimization trends, survivor interaction with criminal justice systems (police, courts, corrections), victim compensation, and restorative justice. The course also examines specific crime types, violent, property, intimate partner, family, and sexual offenses, and the application of survivor-centered advocacy and recovery practices. --- # SOC 4003 — Communities and Societal Relations A study of minority groups with emphasis upon discrimination, socio historical characteristics and processes of change. Minorities considered include racial, ethnic, and gender. --- # SOC 4013 — Drugs in Society This course presents a comprehensive study of the history and prohibition of drug use in the United States, as well as the effects of drugs on society in the form of crime, prison and treatment. The main focus of this class is on the history of drug use, how certain drugs become illegal, and the intended and unintended consequences of drug prohibition for communities and society. --- # SOC 4023 — Sociology of Gender This course addresses definitions of gender, gendered identities, how gender is created and maintained as a social construct, and the importance of gender in our daily lives. This class mainly focuses on the theoretical and empirical literature that encourages critical thinking about gender and challenges students to move beyond their preconceived notions/assumptions about gender. --- # SOC 4033 — Policing and Society A comprehensive study of historical and contemporary issues in American policing. Topics include theories of policing, police training and socialization, police discretion, technological advancements in policing, community policing, interaction with minority communities, and current controversies. --- # SOC 4043 — Social Psychology The study of how individuals are influenced by the actual or implied presence of other persons. Emphasis is placed on attitudes, social cognition, social influence, aggression, altruism, self and other perception. --- # SOC 4053 — Sociology of Health and Illness An in-depth look at the sociology of health and illness including an examination of the social structures related to the medical system, the social psychology of health and illness, a comparative analysis of sick role behavior as well as the study of social causes and consequences of health and illness. --- # SOC 4063 — Social Stratification A study of social class and consequences for society and individuals. --- # SOC 4073 — Sociology of Religion A study of the various theoretical explanations of religion, including its relationship to the larger society and the world system. --- # SOC 4093 — Technology, Power, and Social Change This course examines the complex and evolving relationship between technology and society. Students will explore how systems like artificial intelligence, digital surveillance, and algorithmic governance emerge from and reinforce social structures, especially in relation to power, inequality, and institutional change. Drawing on sociological theory and real-world case studies, the course emphasizes the social construction of technology and its varied effects on labor, identity, education, and governance. --- # SOC 4103 — White Collar Crime This course analyzes the complex world of white-collar crime, focusing on offenses such as corporate fraud, securities violations, political corruption, environmental harm, and large-scale financial misconduct. These crimes are often committed not in the margins of society but from positions of power, including corporate offices, government institutions, and financial markets. Drawing on both criminological and power shape the causes, consequences, and responses to white collar crime. Emphasis is placed on the relationship between power, opportunity, and accountability, as well as the legal a… --- # SOC 4113 — Criminal Law This course introduces students to the substantive foundations of criminal law in the United States. Through a combination of legal theory, statutory interpretation, and real-world case analysis, students will explore the essential elements of criminal offenses, including, actus reus, mens rea, causation, and attendant circumstances. The course also examines justifications and excuses, inchoate offenses, and the structure of legal defenses. Particular attention is given to crimes against persons, property, public order, and the state. This class emphasizes both historical and contemporary leg… --- # SOC 4123 — Crime and Gender This course is designed to examine the challenges that women face as victims, perpetrators and professionals with the criminal justice system. In addition, this course will discuss the sources of data collection for women and crime. Lastly, in this course students will be introduced to feminist criminology and its contributions to the research on women in crime. --- # SOC 4143 — Seminar in Sociology A directed seminar in an area of sociology. The specific focus will depend upon research underway, community or student need, and the unique educational opportunity available. --- # SOC 4183 — Social Gerontology An introduction to the sociology of aging: content provides general and specific knowledge regarding the aging process. Implications for economic, political, and family institutions are emphasized. --- # SOC 4206 — The Law in Action An examination of sociological theories of law and main currents of legal philosophy is followed by participant observation of actual community legal agencies, including police, courts, and others as available. --- # SOC 4223 — Family Violence This course is designed to examine the intersection of family and crime exploring through the sociological lens. --- # SOC 4283 — Sociology Capstone This course must be completed by all sociology majors prior to graduation. The course content/topic is determined by the professor and current issues in the local community, which may vary semester to semester. Emphasis will be placed on linking theory, research methods, and social action to community defined problems in the form of applied sociology. --- # SOC 4303 — Criminal Evidence A comprehensive introduction to the principles, rules, and procedures governing criminal evidence in the United States legal system. Emphasizing both theory and application, the course examines how evidence is gathered, analyzed, and used at various states of a criminal trial. Topics covered include the burden of proof, admissibility standards, and the roles of judges, juries, and attorneys in evaluating evidence. Special attention will be given to how evolving case law and the Federal Rules of Evidence influence trial strategy and the rights of the accused. By the end of the course, students… --- # SOC 4951 — Undergraduate Research in Sociology Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # SOC 4952 — Undergraduate Research in Sociology Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # SOC 4953 — Undergraduate Research in Sociology Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # SOC 4954 — Undergraduate Research in Sociology Advanced students carry out independent research activity relating to a significant problem in a major field of study. Supervised by faculty member. Formal report and presentation required. One to four credits depending on problem selected and effort made. --- # SOC 4971 — Internship Supervised internship in a sociological-services or applied research setting. Emphasis will be placed on the student acquiring first-hand experience and entry-level skills in occupational roles. --- # SOC 4972 — Internship Supervised internship in a sociological-services or applied research setting. Emphasis will be placed on the student acquiring first-hand experience and entry-level skills in occupational roles. --- # SOC 4973 — Internship Supervised internship in a sociological-services or applied research setting. Emphasis will be placed on the student acquiring first-hand experience and entry-level skills in occupational roles. --- # SOC 4974 — Internship Supervised internship in a sociological-services or applied research setting. Emphasis will be placed on the student acquiring first-hand experience and entry-level skills in occupational roles. --- # SOC 4991 — Special Problems in Sociology Content will be determined by specific curriculum review and student need. --- # SOC 4992 — Special Problems in Sociology Content will be determined by specific curriculum review and student need. --- # SOC 4993 — Special Problems in Sociology Content will be determined by specific curriculum review and student need. --- # SOC 4994 — Special Problems in Sociology Content will be determined by specific curriculum review and student need. --- # SPAN 1013 — Beginning Spanish I Training in the elements of Spanish communication {speaking and writing) and comprehension (listening and reading) within a variety of cultural contexts. --- # SPAN 1023 — Beginning Spanish II Continued training in basic Spanish communication (speaking and writing) and comprehension (listening and reading) skills to increase proficiency in the language within a variety of cultural contexts. --- # SPAN 2001 — La Casa Immersion Experience Study of contemporary language and culture in an immersion Spanish-speaking setting. --- # SPAN 2013 — Intermediate Spanish I Development of the language skills necessary for communication (speaking and writing) and comprehension (listening and reading) skills to increase proficiency in the language at the intermediate level within a variety of cultural contexts. --- # SPAN 2023 — Intermediate Spanish II Further development of the language skills necessary for communication (speaking and writing) and comprehension (listening and reading) skills to provide mastery of the fundamental tools in a variety of cultural contexts. --- # SPAN 2033 — Intermediate Spanish II for Heritage Speakers Development of the language skills necessary for communication (speaking and writing) and comprehension (listening and reading) skills for students who grew up in an environment where Spanish was spoken frequently. --- # SPAN 2303 — Spanish for Health and Social Services Translation I Useful terminology, expressions, and cultural contexts for healthcare and social service situations with a minimum of grammar. --- # SPAN 2313 — Spanish for Health and Social Services Translation II Useful terminology, expressions, and cultural contexts for healthcare and social service situations with a minimum of grammar. --- # SPAN 3003 — Conversation and Composition I Development of advanced control of Spanish communication and comprehension through conversation and composition based on analysis of authentic short texts and media. Three hours of applied course work. --- # SPAN 3013 — Conversation and Composition II Continuation of SPAN 3003 . Further development of advanced proficiency of Spanish communication and comprehension through conversation and composition based on analysis of authentic short texts and media. Three hours of applied course work. --- # SPAN 3023 — Introduction to Linguistics A study of basic concepts in language, comparative characteristics of different languages, and the principles of linguistic investigation. --- # SPAN 3113 — Business Spanish The study of business culture, terminology, presentations and cases in the Hispanic world. This course will present a detailed examination of business practices in Latin America and other Spanish speaking countries. Emphasis will be given to business protocols when conducting business correspondence, personal interviews, and appointments, among others. Attention will also be given to the use of technology in business. --- # SPAN 3123 — Spanish Civilization and Culture Study of the geography, history, arts, institutions, customs and contemporary life of the Spanish people. --- # SPAN 3133 — Spanish-American Civilization and Culture Study of the geography, history, arts, institutions, customs, and contemporary life of the peoples of Spanish America, with some attention to the major pre-Colombian civilizations. --- # SPAN 3143 — Study Abroad Study of the contemporary language and culture in a Spanish speaking country. --- # SPAN 3163 — Community Internship Experience Study of contemporary language and culture in a Spanish- speaking community or setting. --- # SPAN 3173 — Hispanic Civilizations and Cultures Study of the geography, history, arts, institutions, customs and contemporary life of Hispanic peoples, with some attention to civilizations that occupied the Iberian Peninsula and major pre-Colombian civilizations. --- # SPAN 3213 — Advanced Grammar and Usage The course is designed to build writing competence and strengthen grammatical competence. Grammar will be studied within the context of writing assignments. The course will deepen the knowledge of the language through the usage of applied linguistics, syntax, grammar, and semantics. --- # SPAN 3233 — Introduction to Literature Introduction to the study of Hispanic literature. --- # SPAN 3383 — Principles of Interpretation Theory and practice based course on English-Spanish interpretation for healthcare and social service situations. --- # SPAN 4003 — Oral Communication This course is designed to strengthen students' oral communication skills. --- # SPAN 4023 — Introduction to Spanish Linguistics The purpose of this course is to provide students with the fundamental knowledge of Spanish linguistics as the basis for future application of linguistic principles. This course explores Spanish phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics. --- # SPAN 4213 — Spanish Literature A survey of the literature of Spain with readings from representative works. --- # SPAN 4223 — Spanish-American Literature A survey of Spanish American literature with readings from representative works. --- # SPAN 4233 — Hispanic Literature A survey of Hispanic literature with readings from representative works. --- # SPAN 4283 — Seminar in Spanish Course content will vary. May be repeated for credit if course content varies. --- # SPAN 4701 — Foreign Language Pedagogy Intensive on-campus exploration of the principles of curriculum construction, applied methods, professional collaboration, and evaluation as related to teaching French, German, or Spanish, followed by professional internship application of these principles under the supervision of a qualified departmental instructor. --- # SPAN 4703 — Foreign Language Teaching Methods Survey of instructional methods and discussions and demonstration of practical techniques for the teaching of a foreign language. --- # SPAN 4991 — Special Problems in Spanish Designed to provide advanced students with a course of study in an area not covered by departmental course offerings. --- # SPAN 4992 — Special Problems in Spanish Designed to provide advanced students with a course of study in an area not covered by departmental course offerings. --- # SPAN 4993 — Special Problems in Spanish Designed to provide advanced students with a course of study in an area not covered by departmental course offerings. --- # SPAN 6883 — Workshop The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour. --- # SPED 2023 — Development and Characteristics of Diverse Learners This course covers characteristics of children with exceptional learning needs. An emphasis will be placed on typical and atypical development, an overview of various exceptionalities including Giftedness, and the special needs of children from different cultures and language backgrounds. A field experience is required. --- # SPED 3033 — Foundations of Special Education This course explores the development of the current administrative system for serving students with diversity. It shows how and why the present system for children with disabilities, children with giftedness, and children of other diversities is used for the benefit of those students. SPED3003 students become prepared not only for teaching diverse populations but also for serving on the IEP and other committees that make important decisions that will affect their futures. --- # SPED 3153 — Planning, Instruction, and Assessment for Students with Exceptionalities The primary purpose of this course is to empower elementary (K-6) teacher education candidates to respond effectively to the broad range of needs found in today's classrooms. Student diversity will be considered within the context of an educational framework, focusing specifically on an array of exceptionalities but also taking into consideration other influences, such as: culture, class, gender, language, etc. The need and means to provide effective learning opportunities for all students through varied teaching and learning in the classroom will be cultivated. Through a variety of hands-on… --- # SPED 4052 — Educating Diverse and Exceptional Learners A study of the major areas of diversity including, gifted, emotionally disturbed, children from economically disadvantaged homes and other considerations that place students at risk for academic failure, and their special needs in a school program. --- # SPED 5003 — Characteristics of Children with Exceptionalities Chronically disabling conditions that occur frequently in children with educational handicaps are reviewed. Emphasis is on early identification and detection of at-risk or failure-to-thrive children. --- # SPED 5013 — Assessment of Children with Exceptionalities A study of assessment as it pertains to individuals with exceptional learning needs. An overview of the legal and ethical issues involved in assessment. The course provides an examination of the uses of formal and informal assessment to identify the supports and adaptations needed by individuals with exceptional learning needs in order to participate in the general curriculum. --- # SPED 5023 — Planning Instruction for Children with Exceptionalities K-6 This course is a hands-on course in planning for the instruction of children, particularly children in grades K-6, with disabilities. Actual policies and paperwork mandated by the Arkansas Department of Education will be used in teaching how to develop an individualized plan for a special needs child. The focus is on disciplines, strategies, and materials involved with special needs collaboration, planning, and implementation. --- # SPED 5053 — Planning Instruction for Children with Exceptionalities 7 - 12 This course is a hands-on course in planning for the instruction of children with exceptionalities in the Middle and Secondary schools. Actual policies and paperwork mandated by the Arkansas Department of Education will be used in teaching how to develop an individualized plan for a special needs child. The focus is on disciplines, strategies, and materials involved with special needs collaboration, planning, and implementation. --- # SPED 5073 — Planning Instruction in an Early Childhood Setting This course is a hands-on course in planning developmentally appropriate instruction for all children with an emphasis on exceptionalities birth to K. Actual policies and paperwork mandated by the Arkansas Department of Education will be used in teaching how to develop an individualized plan for a special needs child. The focus is on disciplines, strategies, and materials involved with special need collaboration, planning, and implementation. --- # SPED 5083 — B - K Supervised Practicum This class is a supervised participation in an appropriate school, or institution working with children with exceptional learning needs in an early childhood special education setting. This course will provide a practical-hands-on application of teaching methods and ideas for children in the birth to kindergarten age range. --- # SPED 6033 — Working with Families of Exceptional Children This course is a brief examination of the impact of children and adolescents with special needs on the roles within the family. Study will also briefly examine the impact of specialized educational programs and their role in aiding and assisting families. --- # SPED 6063 — K-12 Supervised Practicum This class is a supervised participation in an appropriate school, or institution working with children with exceptional learning needs in an Elementary, Middle Level, and Secondary setting. This course will provide a practical-hands-on application of teaching methods and ideas. --- # SPED 6093 — Using Research, Assessment, and Data in Special Education Course participants must be currently employed (or have access) within a public, private, or parochial school. This action project research project is designed to improve student learning within a classroom environment. This course is designed to engage students while expanding knowledge and understanding of the latest research in Special Education. Students will conduct a study by collecting qualitative and quantitative data, analyzing the data, and find possible solutions to improving the field of Special Education. --- # STAT 2163 — Introduction to Statistical Methods Descriptive statistics, random variables, probability and sampling distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing, regression, analysis of variance, non-parametric techniques. May not be taken for credit after completion of STAT 3153 . --- # STAT 2304 — Programming Languages for Data Science The goal of this course is to introduce the basic computer programming using Python and R to the undergraduate students who are interested in working in the rapidly growing fields of data science and data analytics. Python and R are two open-source programming languages with a large data scientist community. This course will introduce the basic programming skills and tools necessary to efficiently collect, process, visualize, and analyze the datasets. Hands-on projects will be given to help students gain experience with software packages. --- # STAT 3113 — Regression Analysis This course introduces the methods for fitting and interpreting regression models. Topics include simple linear regression (SLR), multiple linear regression (MLR), model checking, variable selection methods, dummy variables, diagnostic measures, logistic regression, and time series analysis. Instruction will include the use of statistical programming language. --- # STAT 3153 — Applied Statistics A balanced approach emphasizing both theory and applications will be taken. Topics include descriptive statistics, exploratory data analysis, probability and probability models, discrete and continuous random variables, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, and control charts. Students will be required to collect data, use a current statistical software package to analyze the data, and make inferences based upon the data analysis as part of an individual and/ or group project. --- # STAT 3183 — Statistical Process Control is an important topic for anyone interested in applying statistics in industry. This course focuses on theory and methods of quality monitoring including process capability, control charts, acceptance sampling, quality engineering, and quality design. --- # STAT 3203 — Actuarial Probability I In this course we develop knowledge of the fundamental probability tools for quantitatively assessing risk. The application of these tools to problems encountered in actuarial science is emphasized. A thorough command of the supporting calculus is assumed. A very basic knowledge of insurance and risk management is assumed. --- # STAT 3213 — Actuarial Probability II This course is a continuation to STAT 3203 . At the end of the course, a students is prepared to take Exam P of the Society of Actuaries. --- # STAT 4113 — Categorical Data Analysis Statistical tools to analyze univariate and multivariate categorical responses. Emphasis is given to Generalized Linear Models, including logistic regression and loglinear models. --- # STAT 4153 — Experimental Design and Analysis This course introduces students to both design and analysis of experiments as well as statistical computing. Emphasis is given to develop an understanding of experimental methods and major experimental designs. Students will be required to design and carry out an experiment, use a current statistical software package to analyze the data, and make inferences based upon the analysis. --- # STAT 4163 — Mathematical Statistics This is an introductory course in mathematical statistics. Topics include distribution functions (both discrete and continuous), multivariate distributions, distributions of functions of random variables, and statistical inference. --- # STAT 4173 — Advanced Biostatistics This course will include analysis of variance, one factor experiments, experimental design with two or more factors, linear and multiple regression analysis, and categorical data analysis. --- # STAT 4283 — Financial Mathematics I This is an introductory course in Financial Mathematics. The student will learn about the different types of interest (simple interest, discount interest, compound interest), annuities, debt retirement methods, and investing in stocks and bonds. --- # STAT 4383 — Machine Learning This course is directed towards advanced undergraduates in statistics, mathematics, or related quantitative fields. The focus of the course is an accessible overview of the field of machine learning and provide the students with valuable hands-on experience by illustrating how to implement each of the machine learning methods using Python. Topics covered include Decision Tree, Support Vector Machines, and the kernel methods, AdaBoost and GBDT method, Logistic regression, and neural network, and more. --- # STAT 4393 — Statistical Learning This course is directed towards advanced undergraduates or master's students in statistical or related quantitative fields. The focus of the course is an accessible overview of the field of statistical learning and provide the students with valuable hands-on experience by illustrating how to implement each of the statistical learning methods using R or other statistical programming language. Topics covered include: regression techniques, classification methods, linear model selection and regularization, unsupervised learning, and more. --- # STAT 5113 — Categorical Data Analysis Statistical tools to analyze univariate and multivariate categorical responses. Emphasis is given to Generalized Linear Models, including logistic regression and loglinear models. --- # STAT 5383 — Machine Learning The focus of the course is an accessible overview of the field of machine learning and provide the students with valuable hands-on experience by illustrating how to implement each of the machine learning methods using Python. Topics covered include Decision Tree, Support Vector Machines, and the kernel methods, AdaBoost and GBDT method, Logistic regression, and neural network, and more. --- # STAT 5393 — Statistical Learning This course is directed towards advanced undergraduates or master's students in statistical or related quantitative fields. The focus of the course is an accessible overview of the field of statistical learning and provide the students with valuable hands-on experience by illustrating how to implement each of the statistical learning methods using R or other statistical programming language. Topics covered include: regression techniques, classification methods, linear model selection and regularization, unsupervised learning, and more. --- # STEM 1001 — Orientation to the College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics This course is a student success skills course for first-year undergraduate students in the college of STEM. This course provides introduction to the various disciplines within STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). It is designed to orient new students to the University and the ATU College of STEM, familiarize them with the resources and opportunities available, and build foundational skills necessary for success in their studies. --- # TECH 1001 — Orientation to the University A course designed to provide information and enhance skills that will enable students to take responsibility for a successful transition to college. The course will expose students to college resources and requirements and promote the development of practical skills for college success. --- # TECH 1013 — Introduction to the University This course is designed specifically to enhance student adjustment to college life, student adaptation to the higher education learning experience, student comprehension of personal responsibility, and student advancement regarding career pathways. --- # TESL 5023 — Second Language Acquisition An introduction to the major theories of language acquisition and their application to the instruction of English language learners. --- # TESL 5703 — Teaching English as a Second Language An introduction to the principles and methods in teaching English as a second Language. --- # TESL 5713 — ESL Assessment An introduction to the tools and procedures for evaluating the language proficiency and development of English language learners. --- # TESL 5723 — Teaching People of Other Cultures An introduction to the complex relationship of language and culture and its impact on teaching English language learners. --- # TESL 6003 — Linguistics for ESL Teachers Examination of phonology, syntax, and semantics in a variety of languages, including the study of language changes, as well as regional and social variations. This course will provide students with linguistic insights into language usage, writing, reading, spelling, and vocabulary. --- # TESL 6013 — Modern English Grammar and Usage Investigation of the structure of American English with an emphasis on practical and pedagogical applications. --- # TESL 6023 — Language and Society Examination of the interrelationship of language, culture, and non-verbal communication and the role each of these plays in shaping thoughts and attitudes. Students will also investigate the interactions among language, social institutions, cultural beliefs, and individual behavior and the language variations associated with geography, socio-economic class, age, and gender. --- # TESL 6063 — Instructional Strategies in Content Areas An introduction to teaching techniques that address the academic needs of English language learners in the content areas. --- # TESL 6083 — Seminar in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Course content will vary. --- # TESL 6123 — Teaching Writing to English Language Learners A study of the theories, methods, and strategies for teaching writing skills to English language learners. --- # TESL 6133 — Teaching Listening and Speaking to English Language Learners A study of the theories, methods, and strategies for teaching listening and oral skills to English Language Learners. --- # TESL 6143 — Teaching Reading to English Language Learners Study of the theories, methods, and strategies for teaching reading skills to English language learners. --- # TESL 6863 — TESOL Practicum TESL 6863 is an applied capstone course, designed for teachers to document their instruction of ESOL students, based on the 12 national ENL (English as a New Language) standards. --- # TESL 6891 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the University's graduate program. --- # TESL 6892 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the University's graduate program. --- # TESL 6893 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the University's graduate program. --- # TESL 6894 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the University's graduate program. --- # TESL 6991 — Project or Thesis Research Continuation This course allows students additional time to research and compose their capstone project/portfolio. --- # TH 2273 — Introduction to Theatre A study of theatre as an art form with particular attention to scenic, dramatic, literary and historic elements. --- # TH 2293 — Social Media Influencing I This course addresses the basics of online influencing, including building and maintaining and online community, marketing and monetizing digital content, and leveraging viral triggers. --- # TH 2513 — Introduction to Theatrical Design and Production An introduction to the field of technical theatre. --- # TH 2611 — Performance Production Practicum Credit will be given for forty hours of participation in these elements of stagecraft. --- # TH 2621 — Performance Production Practicum Credit will be given for forty hours of participation in these elements of stagecraft. --- # TH 2703 — Acting Theories and Techniques An introduction to standard acting techniques, including method acting. --- # TH 3263 — Narrative Film Production A course studying the fundamental skills in film-making, including narrative structure, shot planning, camera work, and editing. --- # TH 3513 — Stagecraft Techniques An introductory course for both majors and non-majors who want to learn the technical aspects of dramatic productions. A study of construction fundamentals and skills involved in scenic art. This course also introduces the student to the production process, theatre job descriptions, professional hierarchy, and technical specialist collaboration. This course requires a weekly lab in addition to the class for supervised practice of class skills. --- # TH 3523 — Principles of Theatrical Lighting An introduction to lighting design, including the history of theatrical lighting, electrical theory and practice, lighting control systems, color theory and creative process. This course requires a weekly lab in addition to the class for supervised practice of class skills and familiarization with the production process. --- # TH 3711 — Performance Production Practicum Student will be given credit for stage-managing a full-length production or a slate of one-acts. --- # TH 3721 — Performance Production Practicum Student will be given credit for stage-managing a full-length production or a slate of one-acts. --- # TH 3803 — Directing Theories and Techniques An introduction to standard directing techniques. --- # TH 3833 — Advanced Directing Credit will be given for directing a full length play. --- # TH 4091 — Internship Credit for work in professional theatre settings. Credit hours will be based on hours on the job. --- # TH 4092 — Internship Credit for work in professional theatre settings. Credit hours will be based on hours on the job. --- # TH 4093 — Internship Credit for work in professional theatre settings. Credit hours will be based on hours on the job. --- # TH 4094 — Internship Credit for work in professional theatre settings. Credit hours will be based on hours on the job. --- # TH 4243 — Senior Project in Theatre History Research project approved by the department to facilitate graduate school application. --- # TH 4293 — Social Media Influencing II This course requires the student to use data-driven techniques in the creation of digital content and online community building strategies. Students will take a targeted approach to marketing content toward their intended audience. --- # TH 4313 — Theatre History I: Antiquity to Romanticism A historical survey of the development of drama and theatre from classical Greece to the age of romanticism. --- # TH 4323 — Theatre History II: Late 18th Century to the Present The development of theatre from the late 1700s through the twenty-first century, including melodrama, realism, experimental theatre, feminism, political theatre, multiculturalism, and collective creation. --- # TH 4503 — Scene Design A study of the elements of design for the stage, from conception to finished production models, focusing on line, form, mass, and color. --- # TH 4543 — Senior Project in Design Portfolio creation project approved by the department to facilitate graduate school application process or professional placement. --- # TH 4563 — Sound Design for Moving Image Theory and practical application of sound design techniques for film, theatre, games, commercials, and vocal production with special focus on the narrative, aesthetic, and emotional impact of sounds and music for visual media. --- # TH 4613 — Introduction to Costuming An examination of the history, theory and practice of costume design. It makes use of lecture, practical experience and personal exploration through a variety of artistic media to help each student understand both the art and technology of costume design. --- # TH 4711 — Performance Production Practicum Student will be given credit for stage-managing a full-length production or a slate of one-acts. --- # TH 4721 — Performance Production Practicum Student will be given credit for stage-managing a full-length production or a slate of one-acts. --- # TH 4843 — Senior Project in Theatrical Performance Portfolio creation project approved by the department to facilitate graduate school application or professional placement. --- # TH 4983 — Theatre Seminar: A directed seminar dealing with a selected topic in theatre studies. May be repeated for credit for different topics. --- # TH 4991 — Special Problems in Theatre For majors only. Students are accepted by invitation of the instructor. --- # TH 4992 — Special Problems in Theatre For majors only. Students are accepted by invitation of the instructor. --- # TH 4993 — Special Problems in Theatre For majors only. Students are accepted by invitation of the instructor. --- # TH 4994 — Special Problems in Theatre For majors only. Students are accepted by invitation of the instructor. --- # TH 5313 — Theatre History I: Antiquity to Romanticism A historical survey of the development of drama and theatre from classical Greece to the age of romanticism. --- # TH 5323 — Theatre History II: Late 18th Century to the Present The development of theatre from the late 1700s through the twenty-first century, including melodrama, realism, experimental theatre, feminism, political theatre, multiculturalism, and collective creation. --- # TH 5983 — Theatre Seminar A directed seminar dealing with a selected topic in theatre studies. --- # TH 6893 — Independent Study Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. --- # TMAT 1203 — Technical Mathematics Designed for students in occupational and technical programs, this course includes measurement, operations with polynomial expressions, use of equations and formulas, basic trigonometry, and basic statistics, with emphasis on industrial and other practical applications. A scientific calculator is required with TI 83 or TI 84 recommended. Lecture: 3 hours. --- # TR 3013 — Inclusive Recreation This course introduces students to the concept of Inclusive Recreation, which is the planning, implementation and evaluation of recreation programs designed to include ALL persons, including those with disabilities. --- # TR 4073 — Principles and Techniques of Therapeutic Recreation A professional course which examines the foundation, theory, philosophy, and historical significance of therapeutic recreation. Emphasis on the therapeutic recreation process as it relates to program development and service delivery for individuals with illnesses and/ or disabilities in various clinical and community settings. --- # TR 4119 — Mastery Professional Practice Placement in selected agency settings in student intern status under professional guidance of both agency supervisor and faculty. Emphasis will be placed on application of classroom theory to agency requirements which fulfill student's individual career interests. No prior experience credit will be granted. Minimum of 560 clock hours during a minimum of 14 weeks of supervised internship is required. Student cannot document more than 40 hours of work experience a week. A written report is required within two weeks of internship completion. --- # TR 4173 — Therapeutic Recreation Assessment and Documentation This course is an examination of the various assessment tools, styles of documentation, and methods of assessment and documentation utilized in therapeutic recreation services. The purpose of this course is to provide students with the basic skills and knowledge necessary to conduct therapeutic recreation assessments and to properly document health care information. --- # TR 4273 — Administration and Operation of Therapeutic Recreation Programs Program design and planning for effective administration of client centered services for special populations. Management of therapeutic recreation services including standards of practice, clinical supervision, reimbursement, marketing, budgeting, and writing policies and procedures. --- # TR 4373 — Interventions in Therapeutic Recreation This course is designed to provide an understanding of the various interventions utilized in therapeutic recreation services and to develop technical competencies necessary for the provision of quality therapeutic recreation services. Emphasis will be placed on the skillful application of various processes and techniques utilized to facilitate therapeutic changes in the client. --- # TR 4473 — Issues and Trends in Therapeutic Recreation This course provides an examination of current issues, trends, and professionalization concerns in therapeutic recreation, including professional organizations, ethics, current legislation, professional development, professional standards, credentialing, accreditation standards, improving organizational performance, and current controversies. --- # TR 4573 — Interventions in Therapeutic Recreation II Study of the concepts and intervention techniques used in the application and process aspects of therapeutic recreation. Content includes evidence-based practice, planning and leading interventions, instructional techniques, counseling theory and practice, implementing groups, communication techniques, and facilitation techniques. A practical learning component is included. --- # WLD 1103 — Introduction to Thermal Cutting Students will learn the principles and procedures for oxyfuel cutting, plasma cutting, and carbon arc gouging. Safe shop practices will be emphasized. --- # WLD 1202 — Blueprint Reading Students will learn to read and interpret various kinds of blueprints and working drawings. AWS welding symbols and their meanings will be taught. --- # WLD 1212 — Industrial Safety in Welding The study of safe and industry accepted practices and equipment necessary for the safe use of all existing manual methods of welding. Student will learn to identify common industrial and occupational hazards and means to avoid accidents. --- # WLD 1224 — Introduction to Arc Welding This course is intended to teach theory and application of basic Astick@ welding (SMAW). It will cover safety, correct selection of electrodes, practicing beds and the application of correct welds on actual structures. This course is designated as "Green". --- # WLD 1302 — Metallurgy An elementary and practical approach to the structure, marking classifications, machinability and identification of metals and their properties. This will require the use of various manufacturer catalogs, bulletins and charts. Basic heat treatment and how metals are affected will be discussed. --- # WLD 1403 — Welding for Trades and Industry This course is intended to teach theory and application of welding for trades and industry. This course will be specific to the needs and applicable to each area of interest. It will cover basic welding safety, correct cutting torch handling, basic gas metal arc welding (MIG), gas tungsten arc welding (TIG), and shielded metal arc welding. Specific applications will be deemed by the appropriate advisor. --- # WLD 1405 — Position Welding This course will also discuss hard facing, padding, and the techniques for welding pipe. --- # WLD 1503 — Gas Metal Arc (MIG) Welding Provides students with theory and application of wire feed processes also known as MIG Welding or semi-automatic and automatic processes. The student also gains an understanding of the basic gases and mixtures used for different materials. This course is designated as "Green". --- # WLD 1603 — Gas Tungsten Arc (TIG) Welding Study of Gas Tungsten Arc (TIG) Welding commonly referred to as TIG or Heliarc. This course will focus on shielding gases, equipment and feasible use situations. Safety will be addressed and demonstrated in a lab experience. This course is designated as "Green". --- # WLD 1702 — Weldment Testing Covers different types of testing such as destructive and nondestructive. Students will study guided bend, radiographic, ultrasonic, magnetic particle and dye penetrant tests, and take practical tests that are designed according to AWSD1.1 and ASME Section IX industry standard codes. --- # WLD 1804 — Certification Welding I Student practices with projects that are designed according to AWSD1.1 and ASME Section IX industry standard codes. The implementation and approval of the codes in accordance with AWSD1.1 and ASME section IX will be addressed. Documentation of procedure will also be covered. --- # WLD 2804 — Certification Welding II/Internship This is a continuation of WLD 1804 . Student practices and takes practical tests that are designed according to AWSD1.1 and ASME Section IX industry standard codes. The implementation and approval of the codes in accordance with these standards will be addressed. Documentation of procedure will also be covered. Students in this class will have more emphasis in pipe certification. --- # WS 1031 — Food, Exercise, and Body Composition The course provides the student with the opportunity to assess their current lifestyle pertaining to the nutrients consumed in the diet and the amount and type of aerobic exercise participation. Special emphasis is placed on developing an internal locus of control by actively involving the student in self-analysis activities, developing an understanding of nutrient intake and the culminating effects on personal health, and participation in an appropriate aerobic exercise program. This is an activity course. No more than four hours of activity credit may be counted toward graduation. A student… --- # WS 1081 — Muscle Fitness for Men Structured to provide for the development of insights and practices associated with resistive activity as the student accomplishes an individually predicted level of muscle fitness. This is an activity course. No more than four hours of activity credit may be counted toward graduation. A student registering for an activities course in excess of these limits receives no credit for the additional course and the grade is not included in the computation of grade point. --- # WS 1091 — Fitness Walking/Jogging The course provides the student with the opportunity to assess his or her personal physical fitness level with trained personnel. Special emphasis is placed on improving the physical fitness level of the student through participation in appropriately designed walking or jogging activity. Students who enroll in the class will submit themselves to the physical fitness protocol administered by the HPE and Wellness faculty members and upper-level majors. This is an activity course. No more than four hours of activity credit may be counted toward graduation. A student registering for an activities…