2017-18 University Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2017-18 University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Course descriptions in this section are reasonable summaries only and are neither completely inclusive nor completely exclusive of total course content for any given course.

Courses listed herein may or may not be offered each term.

Courses are listed alphabetically according to prefix.

Numbering Code

Courses are grouped into a three-digit number series which indicates the normal teaching levels. Some variations may occur.

1-99 Preparatory and Developmental Courses. Courses numbered below 100 are not applicable toward a degree even though units are assigned, grades are awarded and tuition is assessed.

Lower-Division Courses (freshman and sophomore)
100-199 First-Year Courses
200-299 Second-Year Courses

Upper-Division Courses (junior and senior)
300-399 Third-Year Courses
400-499 Fourth-Year Courses

Graduate Courses
500-599 Graduate Courses

Other Codes

Each Term:

Some courses in this section have a code following the course title. This code designates when the course will be offered. F indicates Fall, W indicates Winter, S indicates Spring.

Lecture, Lab, Credit Hours:

The three numbers following the course title. For example:

CST 101 Introduction to Personal Computing
(3-3-4) = weekly lecture hours – lab hours – total credits

For more information, see Baccalaureate General Education Requirements  

Courses with the following notation fulfill the appropriate general education requirements: 
C - Communication H - Humanities HP - Humanities Performance SS - Social Science

Special Terms

As Required: This term designates a course or series of courses which will be offered only as enrollment, student interest, or individual department needs demand and as staffing allows. A course so designated may be offered if special student needs, situations of extreme hardship, or other unusual circumstances deem it in the best interest of both the student(s) and the institution to do so.

Hours to be Arranged Each Term: Normally students negotiate individually with faculty members and/or departments and arrange to have courses so designated offered for the term most suitable to their unique situation.

Corequisite: A course that must be taken simultaneously with another course. Corequisites are noted at the end of each course description.

Prerequisite: A course that must be passed satisfactorily before another course may be taken. Prerequisites are noted at the end of each course description. Courses transferred in to Oregon Tech with a C- or better meet the prerequisite requirement of obtaining a C or better.

Quarter Credit: A credit hour is an amount of work represented in intended learning outcomes and verified by evidence of student achievement that is an institutionally established equivalency that reasonably approximates not less than:

  1. One hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction and a minimum of two hours of out-of-class student work each week for approximately fifteen weeks for one semester or trimester hour of credit, or ten to twelve weeks for one quarter hour of credit, or the equivalent amount of work over a different amount of time; or
  2. At least an equivalent amount of work as required in paragraph (1) of this definition for other academic activities as established by the institution, including laboratory work, internships, practicals, studio work, and other academic work leading to the award of credit hours.

A numerical credit value assigned to certain number of lecture or laboratory hours. A lecture class meeting for three 50-minute periods a week would be assigned three units of credit. Students have traditionally been expected to spend an additional six hours of outside class work per week for each three units of lecture class credit. Generally, a lab class requires three hours per week for one unit of credit, or a total of nine in-lab hours with no additional outside class work expected for three units of lab class credit.

Reading and Conference: A course taken on an independent study basis with the supervision of an instructor, usually consisting of weekly conferences, assigned readings, research papers, etc.

Seminar: A class taught by a group discussion process rather than by means of formal lecture. Student research and reporting are usually expected.

Sequence: A series of classes in the same subject area that, taken as a whole, comprise a full year’s work. Generally, course sequences are numbered consecutively, and often (though not always) should be taken in the numerical order listed (i.e., CHE 201  should be taken before CHE 202 , etc.).

 

Biology

  
  • BIO 135 - Preparation for Human Anatomy and Physiology


    (F)
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 1

    Study techniques for a science course are explored using examples from Human Anatomy and Physiology.

    Corequisite: BIO 231 
  
  • BIO 200 - Medical Terminology


    (F,W,S)
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 2

    Basic structure of medical works including prefixes, suffixes, roots and combining forms. Correct spelling, pronunciation and meaning of terms are stressed.

  
  • BIO 205 - Nutrition


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of the relationships of food and nutrition to health. An overview of the basic nutrition principles including the nutrients and how they function in the body, nutrient requirements, diet planning and energy balance. Current topics and controversies are examined.

  
  • BIO 207 - Seminar


    Credit Hours: (Hours to be arranged each term.)

  
  • BIO 209 - Current Research Topics in Medical Sciences I


    (F,W)
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 1

    Introduces students to topics in medicine focusing on global health issues, infectious and chronic diseases. Projects in medical literature research, understanding scientific paper format, preparing technical presentations and public speaking.

    Prerequisite: Biology or Health Sciences major, or instructor consent
  
  • BIO 211 - Principles of Biology


    (F)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    Principles of modern biology emphasizing form and function of multicellular plants, major invertebrate phyla and general vertebrate morphology and physiology.

  
  • BIO 212 - Principles of Biology


    (W)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    Principles of modern biology emphasizing evolution, ecology, population genetics and behavior of organisms.

    Prerequisite: BIO 211  with grade “C” or better, or instructor consent
  
  • BIO 213 - Principles of Biology


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    Principles of modern biology emphasizing the biochemical basis for life processes, cell structure and function. Molecular genetics, cell reproduction, metabolism and form and function of microorganisms.

    Prerequisite: BIO 212  with grade “C” or better, or instructor consent
  
  • BIO 216 - Introduction to Veterinary Medicine


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    Covers many aspects of animal health and their impact on society. Discussions of husbandry, anatomy, preventive medicine, common diseases and behavioral problems of dogs, cats, horses and exotics. Some hands-on work with dogs, horses and wildlife is included.

  
  • BIO 220 - Cardiovascular Physiology


    (F)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    Application of principles of fluid dynamics to the human vascular system. Detailed considerations of cardiac function and its regulation, analysis of flow in arterial, venous and capillary systems and integration of cardiovascular regulation.

    Prerequisite: BIO 233 
  
  • BIO 226 - Introduction to Wildlife Rehabilitation


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Principles of wildlife rehabilitation including state and federal laws, medical terminology, basic anatomy, natural history and diet, form and function and euthanasia. Field captures, basic restraint, first aid, minimum housing requirements and zoonotic diseases are also included.

  
  • BIO 227 - Introduction to Forensic Science


    (W,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    An entry-level course exploring the methodologies and procedures utilized by crime scene investigators and forensic laboratories. Emphasis on crime scene investigation, recognition, documentation and collecting of physical evidence. Laboratory exercises provide hands-on opportunities supplementing lecture topics.

  
  • BIO 231 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I


    (F)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    Introduction to the systematic studies of human anatomy and physiology. Introduction to cytology and histology followed by the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and endocrine systems and the physiology of excitable tissues. The laboratory sessions emphasize human anatomy using models and human cadavers.

  
  • BIO 232 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II


    (W)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    A continuation of the systematic study of human anatomy and physiology. The nervous, cardiovascular and immune systems are studied. The laboratory sessions emphasize human anatomy using models and human cadavers. Dissections and physiological experiments are conducted.

    Prerequisite: BIO 231  with grade “C” or better
  
  • BIO 233 - Human Anatomy and Physiology III


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    Conclusion of the sequence in human anatomy and physiology. Digestive, respiratory, renal and reproductive systems are examined. Metabolism, human genetics and development are also studied. Laboratory sessions emphasize physiological experiments and human anatomy using models and human cadavers.

    Prerequisite: BIO 232  with grade “C” or better
  
  • BIO 235 - Human Genetics


    (F)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Genetic concepts using human examples, including the molecular and cellular basis of inheritance, patterns of inheritance, basic pedigree analysis, mutation, single-gene and polygenic diseases and an introduction to genetic biotechnology.

    Prerequisite: BIO 233 
  
  • BIO 247 - Forensic Anthropology


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    The morphological characteristics unique to the human skeleton that are used in establishing population demographics will be discussed and demonstrated. The laboratories are designed as a hands-on experience applying the methodologies as presented in the lecture section.

  
  • BIO 307 - Seminar


    Credit Hours: (Hours to be arranged each term.)

  
  • BIO 313 - Botany


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 4

    Introduction to classification and identification of vascular plants, emphasizing major plant families in California and Oregon; field and herbarium techniques. Weekend field trip required.

    Prerequisites: BIO 211  and BIO 212  
  
  • BIO 331 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I


    (F)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 5

    An in-depth systematic study of human anatomy and physiology of the integumentary, skeletal and muscular systems. Laboratories include histology, examination of human bones, cadaver dissection, computer-aided physiology studies and other hands-on activities.

    Prerequisites: BIO 213  and CHE 223 , both with grade “C” or better
    Pre- or Corequisite: BIO 200  or instructor consent
  
  • BIO 332 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II


    (W)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 5

    An in-depth systematic study of human anatomy and physiology of nervous, endocrine and cardiovascular systems. Laboratories will include histology, cadaver dissection, computer-aided physiology studies and other hands-on activities.

    Prerequisite: BIO 331  with grade “C” or better, or instructor consent
  
  • BIO 333 - Human Anatomy and Physiology III


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 5

    An in-depth systematic study of human anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems and an overview of embryology. Laboratories will include histology, cadaver dissection, computer-aided physiology studies and other hands-on activities.

    Prerequisite: BIO 332  with grade “C” or better, or instructor consent
  
  • BIO 335 - Cross-Sectional Anatomy


    (F,W,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Cross-sectional anatomy correlated with computer tomography, ultrasonography and magnetic resonance imaging.

    Prerequisite: BIO 233 
  
  • BIO 336 - Essentials of Pathophysiology


    (F,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Study of dynamic aspects of disease process with emphasis on abnormal physiology. Detailed discussion of cellular alterations, normal immunology, neoplasia, inflammation and alterations of the respiratory and skeletal systems and Diabetes Mellitus.

    Prerequisites: BIO 200  and BIO 233 
  
  • BIO 337 - Aquatic Ecology


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    Lotic and lentic ecosystems, hydrologic principles, processes and patterns of development, abiotic-biotic interactions, aquatic organisms and trophic structures, nutrient cycles and eutrophication, effects of disturbance, bio-assessment techniques, management and restoration case studies.

    Prerequisite: BIO 212 
  
  • BIO 341 - Medical Genetics


    (F,W)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Principles of heredity, chromosome mechanisms and molecular genetics applied to disease processes in humans. Review of case histories of selected inherited disorders. Discussion of genetic intervention therapies.

    Prerequisite: BIO 213  or BIO 233  or instructor consent
  
  • BIO 342 - Cell Biology


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    Organelle organization, protein sorting, cell signaling, cytoskeletal functions, cell division mechanics and cell interactions in development and aging.

    Prerequisite: BIO 213  or instructor consent
  
  • BIO 345 - Medical Microbiology


    (F)
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 5

    Mechanisms of pathogenicity and virulence relating to disease-causing viruses, bacteria, fungi and other microorganisms. Host-parasite relationships and immunology, microbial physiology and genetics. Laboratory procedures and identification of selected bacteria and parasites.

    Prerequisite: BIO 213  or BIO 233  or instructor consent
  
  • BIO 346 - Pathophysiology I


    (W)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Study of the dynamic aspects of the disease process with emphasis on abnormal physiology. Detailed discussion of cellular alterations, normal and abnormal immunology, neoplasia, inflammation, atherosclerosis, hypertension, cardiac and vascular diseases.

    Prerequisites: BIO 200 , and BIO 233  or BIO 333  with grade “C” or better, or instructor consent
  
  • BIO 347 - Pathophysiology II


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Study of the dynamic aspects of the disease process with emphasis on abnormal physiology. Detailed discussion of alterations of respiratory function, liver and digestive system, neurologic, urinary, musculoskeletal disorders and Diabetes Mellitus.

    Prerequisite: BIO 346  with grade “C” or better, or instructor consent
  
  • BIO 352 - Developmental Biology


    (W)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    This course will explore the developmental processes of selected invertebrate and vertebrate groups. The events of gametogenesis, fertilization, gastrulation, neurulation and post-embryonic development will be discussed. The role of differential gene expression in developmental pathways will be covered.

    Prerequisite: BIO 213  
  
  • BIO 357 - Introduction to Neuroscience


    (W)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This is an introductory course covering the organization and function of the human nervous system to build a foundation of general knowledge in neurobiology of such topics as sensory/motor systems, the brain and behaviors, the biological basis of brain development and learning and memory.

    Prerequisite: BIO 232  or BIO 332  or PSY 339  or instructor consent
  
  • BIO 366 - Zoology


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    Organismal and integrative approach to the study of animal functional morphology, ecological physiology, behavior and interactions, development and evolution.

    Prerequisites: BIO 211  and BIO 212  
  
  • BIO 367 - Plant Ecology


    (W)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    Overview of plant ecology including physiology, populations, communities, and ecosystems. Some topics covered are unique to plants, such as photosynthesis, and other topics, not necessarily unique to plants, emphasize the distinctive ways that plants deal with their environments. Weekend field trip required.

    Prerequisites: BIO 211  and BIO 212  
  
  • BIO 375 - Cross Sectional Anatomy II


    (F,W,S,Su)
    Lecture Hours: 1 or 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 1 or 3

    Continuation of cross section anatomy not included in BIO 335 . This course covers MR images of the joints of the wrist, elbow, shoulder, ankle, knee, hip, thorax, spine and arterial system from the arch of the aorta to the circle of Willis, as demonstrated by MRA.

    Prerequisite: BIO 233  
  
  • BIO 377 - Wildlife Ecology


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    Fundamental concepts and applied methods in the study and management of wildlife population. Focus on study design, habitat ecology, and animal movements. Develop skills in wildlife data analysis, animal capture, marking and remote tracking.

    Prerequisites: BIO 211  and BIO 212  
  
  • BIO 386 - Omithology


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    Overview of biology, ecology and evolution, field study and identification of birds. Emphasis on applied field methods and identification of birds of Oregon and the Klamath region.

    Prerequisites: BIO 211  and BIO 212  
  
  • BIO 407 - Seminar


    Credit Hours: (Hours to be arranged each term.)

  
  • BIO 409 - Current Research Topics in Medical Sciences II


    (W)
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 2

    A continuation of BIO 209  covering topics in medicine focusing on global health issues, infectious and chronic diseases. Projects in medical literature research, understanding scientific paper format, preparing technical papers and presentations, and public speaking.

    Prerequisite: BIO 209  or instructor consent
  
  • BIO 426 - Evolutionary Biology


    (F)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Principles of evolutionary science, including speciation, biogeography, biodiversity, population genetics, natural selection and coevolution.

    Prerequisite: BIO 213  or instructor consent
  
  • BIO 436 - Immunology


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    Cellular and humoral immunology including innate immunity, acquired immunity, antibodies, anatomy of immune response, production of effectors, adversarial strategies during infection, immunodeficiency and transplantation.

    Prerequisite: BIO 213  or BIO 233  or instructor consent
  
  • BIO 446 - Conservation Biology


    (W)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Study global patterns of and threats to biodiversity. In-depth focus on ecosystem services, habitat fragmentation, design of conservation reserves, conservation funding and politics, and understanding and communicating impacts of climate change.

    Prerequisites: BIO 211  and BIO 212  
  
  • BIO 461 - Human Cadaver Dissection


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 1

    Study of human anatomy utilizing cadaver dissection. Attention will be given to three-dimensional relationships of structures, appreciation of textural differences and development of palpation skills. Recognition of pathologic abnormalities and individual variations will be investigated.

    Prerequisites: BIO 233  or BIO 333 , and instructor consent
  
  • BIO 462 - Human Cadaver Dissection


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 1

    Study of human anatomy utilizing cadaver dissection. Attention will be given to three-dimensional relationships of structures, appreciation of textural differences and development of palpation skills. Recognition of pathologic abnormalities and individual variations will be investigated.

    Prerequisites: BIO 233  or BIO 333 , and instructor consent

Business

  
  • BUS 101 - Introduction to Business


    (F,W,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduction to the basic aspects of business, marketing, management, production, accounting, and finance; various forms of business ownership; role of business in the economy, and society. Discussion of cultural, ethical, current events, and trends affecting business. Exposure to career opportunities.

  
  • BUS 107 - Seminar


    Credit Hours: (Hours to be arranged each term.)

  
  • BUS 207 - Seminar


    Credit Hours: (Hours to be arranged each term.)

  
  • BUS 215 - Principles of Management


    (F,W,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduction to the history of management. Emphasis on the management functions of planning, organizing, directing, and controlling; existing and emerging managing theories, social responsibilities and business ethics. (Cannot be taken for graduation credit by students who have taken BUS 304  or BUS 317 .)

  
  • BUS 223 - Marketing I


    (F,W,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Principles that drive the integration of the marketing mix (product, price, place, promotion) to meet the needs and wants of consumer and business markets. Function of market research and the study of market opportunities to grow and sustain organizations.

  
  • BUS 226 - Business Law


    (F,W,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    The fundamentals of business law: the structure of federal and state courts and agencies, their decision processes; the legal structure of modern business organizations including closely and publicly held corporations, partnerships, limited partnerships, nonprofit corporations, sole proprietorships and limited liability companies; contract law; Uniform Commercial Code; tort law and its implications for business; administrative law; and criminal law as it applies to business and industry.

  
  • BUS 256 - Business Communication


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 3

    Emphasis on effective content, structure, tone, and visual format for both internal and external communication. Students will compose various commonly occurring business documents achieving effectiveness in design, organization, content, and style, applying current graphic design and visual-design principles.

    Prerequisites: BUS 101  or BUS 215  or BUS 223 , and WRI 122  
  
  • BUS 304 - Engineering Management


    (F,W)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    The engineering management process. The unique aspects of managing “knowledge workers.” The manager’s role in planning, organizing, leading and controlling. Managing design and new products development, materials and inventory. Organizational styles, structures and policies. Human resource management for individuals and groups. (Cannot be taken for graduation credit by students who have taken BUS 215  or BUS 317 .)

    Prerequisite: Junior standing or instructor consent
  
  • BUS 307 - Seminar


    Credit Hours: (Hours to be arranged each term.)

  
  • BUS 308 - Principles of International Business


    (F,W)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduction to international business fundamentals in the areas of cultural, ethical, legal and economic environments, international finance tools and instruments, international trade theory, manufacturing strategies, international supply chain management, country selection, exchange rate mechanics and international human resource management.

    Prerequisite: WRI 121 
  
  • BUS 309 - Introduction to Tourism


    (F,W,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduction to tourism industry. Topics include major components of tourism, service suppliers, travel, transportation, accommodations, food and beverage, attractions, entertainment, destinations and impacts of tourism on society.

  
  • BUS 313 - Health Care Systems and Policy


    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course will explore the U.S. Health System focusing on its historical development, current configuration and possible future direction. Included will be the study of health system development, key influencers, accessibility, financing, changing components and the effects the system has on patients, providers, financers, employers, government and insurers. Particular attention will be paid to the future direction of health care and what parts of the system are likely to change.

    Prerequisite: WRI 227  
  
  • BUS 314 - Entrepreneurship I


    (F)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Start-up concepts and models. Identification and assessment of the critical factors that lead to a successful start-up. Focus on small business idea generation and the analysis of market opportunities in B2C and B2B markets. Conduct a market and financial feasibility study.

    Prerequisites: ACC 203 , BUS 223 , and BUS 215  or BUS 304  or BUS 317 , or instructor consent
  
  • BUS 316 - Total Quality in Health Care


    (F,W,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    The health care quality management process, contemporary issues and trends involved with quality control, organization structures, policies, human factors and teamwork.

    Prerequisite: Junior standing
  
  • BUS 317 - Health Care Management


    (F,W,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    The health care manager’s role in planning, organizing, leading and controlling. Special emphasis on the unique and complex issues involved in health care management. Organizational structures. Strategic and operational planning. Health care finance and budgeting. The future of management. (Cannot be taken for graduation credit by students who have taken BUS 215  or BUS 304 .)

    Prerequisite: WRI 121 
  
  • BUS 318 - Marketing II


    (W)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Advanced study of markets with a focus on the motivational and behavioral characteristics of consumers. Study and apply analytics, technology and data-driven decision making in the formation of a customer centered marketing and marketing communication strategy.

    Prerequisites: BUS 223  and PSY 201  
  
  • BUS 319 - Integrated Marketing Communication


    (F,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Integrated marketing communication promotion mixes and strategies, tactics and media to influence buyer behavior and brand equity with various markets. Application of marketing communication tools through the development of a promotional campaign with goals, core themes, designs, budgets and specifications.

    Prerequisite: BUS 223  or BUS 337 
  
  • BUS 325 - Finance Management


    (W,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Basic issues and methodology of financial management. Emphasis placed on working capital management, sources of short-term and long-term funds and optimal capitalization of the firm.

    Prerequisites: BUS 215  and ACC 203  
  
  • BUS 326 - Sales and Sales Management


    (F,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Fundamentals of selling products and services and sales management in various markets, buying behavior and processes, adaptive selling skills, establishing and selling the value proposition, role playing and sales simulations, after sale considerations and review of current customer relationship management systems.

    Prerequisite: BUS 223 
  
  • BUS 328 - Health Care Accounting and Finance


    (F)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    General principles and application of managerial accounting in health care organizations. Theory and procedure in gathering cost data and their use in analyzing and controlling operation costs: job-order and process-cost systems. Revenue cycle, sources and systems analysis of variance, cost effectiveness and managerial reporting are examined.

    Prerequisite: ACC 201 
  
  • BUS 331 - Personal Finance


    (F,W,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduction to the basic principles of personal financial planning and budgeting. Includes banking services, consumer credit, asset purchases, insurance and the fundamentals of investments and retirement planning.

  
  • BUS 335 - Entrepreneurship II


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Complete a full marketing, financial and operational business plan for a new business venture. Students will learn and apply fundamental strategic decisions for small business entrepreneurs in all facets of starting, operating and growing a business.

    Prerequisite: BUS 314  or instructor consent
  
  • BUS 337 - Principles of Health Care Marketing


    (F,W,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Fundamentals of health care marketing covering strategy, planning process, assessment, marketing actions, branding and evaluation.

  
  • BUS 345 - Fraud Examination


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Study of fraud and fraud investigative techniques. Topics include nature of fraud, types of fraud, fraud prevention, detection and investigation methods and legal follow-up procedures.

  
  • BUS 347 - Geography of Travel and Tourism


    (F,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Study of those destinations around the world that are most important to travelers including the World Heritage sites. Topics include fundamentals of geography, both physical and cultural, and major tourism destinations.

  
  • BUS 349 - Human Resource Management I


    (W,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Principles, theories and applications of HR management in the areas of strategy, workforce planning, employment law, job analysis, recruitment, selection, training, performance management and international HRM.

    Prerequisite: BUS 215  or BUS 304  or BUS 317  or instructor consent
  
  • BUS 350 - Hospitality Management


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Study of management principles in the tourism and hospitality industry. Topics include managing growth and change in the hospitality industry, major functional areas in hotels and restaurants and the economic aspects of the industry.

  
  • BUS 356 - Business Presentations


    (F,W,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Credit Hours: 4

    Design, preparation and delivery of effective business presentations. Emphasis on integration of skills in speech and digital communication software to deliver effective, informative and persuasive presentations in any business or organization.

    Prerequisites: SPE 111  and WRI 122  
  
  • BUS 358 - Marketing for Hospitality and Tourism


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Study of marketing principles as they apply to the tourism and hospitality industry. Topics include marketing in strategic planning, the marketing environment, marketing information systems and marketing research, consumer buying behavior, market segmentation, product pricing, distribution channels and internet marketing. (Cannot be taken for graduation credit by students who have taken BUS 399 .)

  
  • BUS 385 - Ecotourism


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Study of sustainability principles as they apply to the tourism and hospitality industry. Topics include the ecotourism environment, the economic, sociological and cultural impacts of ecotourism, ecotourism as a business and a world survey of ecotourism sites.

    Prerequisite: WRI 121 
  
  • BUS 387 - International Human Resource Management


    (F)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    In-depth review of human resource selection, training for international assignments, managing the expatriate manager, compensation packages, repatriation training, women and dual-career couples, conflicting interests of parent company and host country and managing joint ventures.

    Prerequisite: BUS 308 
  
  • BUS 390 - Applied Management Internship


    (F,W,S)
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 9
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course provides credit for an approved internship related to the student’s program. Students work in a supervised setting where they receive training to develop career related skills while applying college learned theory.

    Prerequisite: Instructor consent
  
  • BUS 397 - Human Resource Management II


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Principles, theories, and applications of HR management in the areas of compensation, benefits, safety, labor relations, employee rights and engagement.

    Prerequisite: BUS 349 
  
  • BUS 399 - Marketing Special Topics


    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Concentrated areas of marketing will be taught on a rotating basis: business to business, hospitality and travel, entertainment and sports, high tech, direct marketing and public relations.

    Prerequisite: BUS 223 
  
  • BUS 405 - Reading and Conference


    Credit Hours: (Hours to be arranged each term.)

  
  • BUS 407 - Seminar


    Credit Hours: (Hours to be arranged each term.)

  
  • BUS 415 - Environmental Regulation


    (F,W)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Legislation and enforcement activities involving natural and industrial environments. Conservation laws, land use and planning, responsibilities of regulatory agencies, review of current legislative actions and judicial decisions.

    Prerequisite: BIO 112 or BUS 226 
  
  • BUS 416 - Environmental Management


    (W)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Review of contemporary management issues and business practices related to land use management and planning, ecological planning, environmental quality engineering and control and natural resource economics.

    Prerequisites: BUS 415 , and ECO 201  or BIO 112
  
  • BUS 420 - Applied Management Internship


    (F,W,S)
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 9
    Credit Hours: 3

    This course provides credit for an approved internship related to the student’s program. Students work in a supervised setting where they receive training to develop career related skills while applying college learned theory.

    Prerequisite: Instructor consent
  
  • BUS 434 - Global Marketing


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Comprehensive study of global business issues that develop strategic visions for market entry in emerging and developed countries, analyzing financial and pricing considerations, evaluating strategies of export versus local manufacturing, developing a marketing program that demonstrates implementation of global business principles.

    Prerequisites: BUS 223  and BUS 308  
  
  • BUS 435 - Marketing III


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Marketing management strategies within a marketing centric business or organization, including the development of new products and services in response to market demands. Development of collaborative strategies in distribution, pricing and product/service mixes for new projects, services and line extensions.

    Prerequisite: BUS 318 
  
  • BUS 441 - Leadership I


    (F,W)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Role of managers and leaders within an organization. Recognizing styles, competencies and traits of a leader and strategic application within a working environment through case analysis and discussion, introduction and development of personal leadership skills.

    Prerequisite: BUS 349  or instructor consent
  
  • BUS 442 - Leadership II


    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Leadership in developing and communicating vision/mission, values, setting ethical standards. Leading and developing multi-levels of managers. Mentoring high potential managers and transformational leaders. Leadership during conflict, change and diversity. The role of the leader in organizational development.

    Prerequisite: BUS 441  
  
  • BUS 447 - Controversial Issues in Management


    (W,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Examination of the many controversial issues in management such as social responsibility, whistle blowing, outsourcing, drug testing, Affirmative Action and so on. Students will study opposing views and arguments from a variety of viewpoints. Discussion and debate develops critical thinking skills.

    Prerequisites: BUS 215 , BUS 304  or BUS 317 PSY 347 , WRI 122 , and Junior standing
  
  • BUS 456 - Business Research Methods


    (F,W,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Research design, exploration and proposals. Hypotheses formulation and testing. Data sources, collection and analysis. Survey design, sampling and census techniques. Library and online information retrieval sources. Effective search strategies. Research reporting.

    Prerequisites: MATH 361  and WRI 227  
  
  • BUS 457 - Business Research Methods II


    (F,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Emphasizes quantitative elements of research methods including presenting and describing information, drawing conclusions about populations using sample information; and improving business processes.

    Prerequisites: BUS 215  or BUS 304  or BUS 317 , and MATH 243  or MATH 361   
  
  • BUS 467 - Service Management


    (F,W,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    The nature of service and service encounters, strategy and competitiveness. Design of service systems. Facilities location, design and layout. Service quality and continuous improvement.

    Prerequisite: BUS 215  or BUS 317 
  
  • BUS 473 - Marketing Plan Development


    (W,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Development of an in-depth marketing plan for a local community business. All aspects of the plan will be covered in detail.

    Prerequisites: BUS 223  and BUS 319  
  
  • BUS 478 - Strategic Management


    (F,S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Comprehensive study and analysis of businesses and/or case studies. Evaluation of strategic and operational decision making. Performance analysis in areas of finance, marketing and social performance.

    Prerequisites: ACC 203 , WRI 227 , and Senior standing
  
  • BUS 495 - Senior Project Proposal


    (F)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Examination of senior internship and/or project process and requirements. Definitions of a suitable senior project topic and preparation of a formal proposal. Topics dealing with client contact, task definition, privacy and confidentiality. Initial research, presentation of results.

    Pre- or Corequisites: BUS 456  or BUS 457 , and MGT 335 
  
  • BUS 496 - Senior Project


    (W)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Students finalize project plan and complete data gathering and analysis portion of a project for a client or an independent research project. Topics include completing research, data gathering and analysis. Interim project report is written.

    Prerequisite: BUS 495  
  
  • BUS 497 - Senior Project


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Students complete project started in BUS 496  including preparing a detailed project report and delivering a final presentation. Periodic progress reports required. Instructor functions as a consultant.

    Prerequisite: BUS 496  with grade of “C” or better
    Pre- or Corequisite: BUS 356  
  
  • BUS 525 - Marketing Management


    (F)
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 3

    Topics include concepts related to the marketing management function of segmentation, brand equity, customer value analysis, integrated marketing, internal marketing and various organizational roles in moving a firms’ products or services to end-users profitability and with value to the customers.


Civil Engineering

  
  • CE 107 - Seminar


    Credit Hours: (Hours to be arranged each term.)

  
  • CE 203 - Engineering Graphics


    (W,S)
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 6
    Credit Hours: 3

    Graphical communication in civil engineering using computer-aided drafting and design software. Includes development of drawings related to civil engineering projects such as roads, subdivisions and buildings, development of scaled plots and reading of engineering drawings.

  
  • CE 205 - Computational Methods


    (S)
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    Credit Hours: 2

    Solve applied problems involving formulas, functions, summation and iteration using Excel and VBA. Use built-in functions and graphing capabilities.

    Prerequisite: MATH 112  with grade “C” or better
 

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