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Central Texas College
All courses are CD-ROM delivered. The cost of textbooks for the student is not included in the tuition.
BUSI1301
3.00 credits
Business Principles
Introduction to the role of business in modern society. Includes overview of business operations, analysis of the specialized fields within the business organization, and development of a business vocabulary.
BUSI1311
3.00 credits
Salesmanship
Principles of personal salesmanship including methods and tasks applicable to a wide variety of industries and commercial settings.
BUSI2301
3.00 credits
Business Law
Principles of law which form the legal framework for business activity including applicable statutes, contracts and agency
CRIJ1307
3.00 credits
Crime in America
Introduces students to American crime problems in historical perspective, social and public policy factors affecting crime, impact and crime trends, social characteristics of specific crimes, and prevention of crime.
CRIJ2313
3.00 credits
Correctional Systems and Practices
Study of the role of corrections in the criminal justice system. Topics include organization and theory of correctional systems, institutional operations, management, alternatives to institutionalization, treatments and rehabilitation, and current and future issues.
ENGL1301
3.00 credits
Composition I
A study of the principles and techniques of written compositions including sentence structure, paragraph development and paper organization. Also stresses the development of critical thinking as it applies to the textual analysis of expository prose.
Prerequisites: DSWR 0304 (Fundamentals of Writing II) or equivalent with a grade of "C" or better or Writing Skills ASSET score of 43 or higher.
ENGL1302
3.00 credits
Composition II
A continuation of ENGL 1301, emphasizing in more depth the principles and techniques of written compositions. Focus of the compositions is on the development of critical thinking as it relates to the textual analysis of literary genres: the short story, poetry, drama, and the novel. Formal research paper is required.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 1301, or equivalent, with a grade of “C” or above.
GOVT2301
3.00 credits
American Government I
An introductory, survey course on various United States, Texas and local government topics. This course includes study of the U.S. and Texas constitutions, federalism, local governments, national elections (state and local), civil liberties, interest groups, and political parties.
GOVT2302
3.00 credits
American Government II
Continuation of introductory survey course on various United States, Texas, and local government topics. This course includes studying institutions of national and Texas governments including the executive, legislative, and judicial branches; the bureaucracy; and public policy including defense and foreign relations.
HIST2381
3.00 credits
African-American History
The purpose of this course is to familiarize students with the general study of African-American history from the early days of West Africa to American slavery and freedom and ending with the modern civil-rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s.
HMSY1342
3.00 credits
Understanding and Combating
Study of terrorism and reasons why America is a terrorist target. Includes methods of terrorism, domestic and international terrorism, Islam and Radical Islam, terrorist operations, cyber-terrorism, narco-terrorism, the mind of the terrorist, and organized crime’s impact on terrorism.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: CRIJ 1301/CJSA 1322 or CRIJ 1307/CJSA 1312 and CRIJ 2317/ CJSA 1342, for fire students FIRT 1301 and FIRT 1303.
MATH1332
3.00 credits
Contemporary Math I
Covers topics to include sets, logic, number theory, geometric concepts, consumer finance, and an introduction to probability and statistics. This course is for non-mathematics, non-science, and non-business students seeking mathematics credit for an AAS degree only. This course is not above the level of College Algebra and does not satisfy the CTC Core Curriculum mathematics (020)requirements for AA or AS degrees.
Prerequisites: Elementary Algebra ASSET score of 51 or higher, Intermediate Algebra ASSET score of 31 or higher, OR DSMA 0304 with grade of "C" or better.
MRKG1302
3.00 credits
Principles of Retailing
Introduction to the retailing environment and its relationship to consumer demographics, trends, and traditional/ nontraditional retailing markets. The employment of retailing techniques and the factors that influence modern retailing.
PSYC2314
3.00 credits
Life Span, Growth and Development
This course will study the relationship of the physical, emotional, social and mental factors of growth and development of children and adults through the life span.
Coastline Community College
All courses are CD-ROM delivered. The cost of textbooks for the student is not included in the tuition.
ARTC100
3.00 credits
Art History/Appreciation Prior to Renaissance
Multi-cultural survey of art from prehistoric times to the Renaissance period, stressing basic principles and history of Art.
ASTRC100
3.00 credits
Introduction to Astronomy
Origin, characteristics and evolution of the solar system, stars, galaxies and the universe. Historical milestones in the science of astronomy from ancient astronomers to the space probes of today. Consideration of the future of astronomical research and current theories in astronomy.
BIOLC100
3.00 credits
Introduction to Biology
For non-science majors. Study basic concepts of biology emphasizing the characteristics of plants and animals, human body systems, health, genetics and the environment.
BUSC120
3.00 credits
Personal Financial Planning
Various aspects of personal financial planning are covered in this course including family budgeting, investments, housing, insurance, taxation, estate planning, credit and its use, job selection, planning for retirement, and installment buying.
BUSC150
3.00 credits
Marketing In The New Economy
Practical, fast-paced introduction to contemporary marketing principles as applied in an increasingly Internet-driven marketplace. Students analyze market characteristics, evaluate product and service strategies, build marketing plans, study what works and what doesn't.
CISC100
3.00 credits
Intro to Bus Info Systems
Introduction to electronic data processing concepts emphasizing the application to problem-solving and management decision-making in business, science and industry. Includes an overview of computer terminology, computer system components, program development and maintenance issues, automation and how computers impact society.
COMMC100
3.00 credits
Introduction to Mass Communications
A study and analysis of the major media - newspapers, magazines, radio and television - covering how they function and affect society.
ECOLC100
3.00 credits
Human Ecology
Develops understanding of the biological implication of human's interplay with the planet. Examines the biosphere and biogeochemical cycles to predict the biological prospects of the future and promote good planet management.
GEOLC100
3.00 credits
General Geology
A study of the composition and structure of the earth and the internal and external processes which modify the crust and the surface. A non-laboratory science course.
HISTC160
3.00 credits
World History to 1500
This course traces the economic, political, social and cultural evolution of civilizations in Asia, the Near East, Europe, Africa and the Americas from antiquity to 1500 CE.
HISTC180
3.00 credits
Western Civilization to 1550
A study of the development of present day Western culture from the earliest beginnings to 1550 - emphasis on the impact of philosophical, social and economic factors on Western Civilization.
HISTC185
3.00 credits
Western Civilization Since 1550
A study of the development of present day Western culture from 1550 to the present.
HUMC110
3.00 credits
Humanities Through Arts
Humanities 110 is a survey of cultural achievement as expressed through the art mediums of music, literature, drama, film, painting, sculpture, and architecture. Emphasis is on the history, techniques, interpretation and evaluation of individual works of Western art.
HUMC130
3.00 credits
American Cinema
Historical development of film as an art form considering scientific, sociological and philosophical influences and effects. Viewing and analysis of some landmark films.
MATHC010
4.00 credits
Elementary Algebra
Numerical and algebraic operations including number systems, linear4 and quadratic equations, polynomials, factors, roots and exponents and applications
Prerequisites: Grade of "C" or better in Pre-Algebra course or a score of 31 or higher on the ASSET Elementary Algebra Test or score of 39 or higher on the ASSET Numerical Skills test.
MATHC030
4.00 credits
Intermediate Algebra
Reviews elementary algebra, linear and quadratic equations; curve plotting, exponents, radicals, logarithms, progressions, binomial theorem, variation, permutations, combinations, systems of equations and determinants; with applications.
Prerequisites: Math 010 (Elementary Algebra) with grade of "C" or score of 41 or higher on the ASSET Elementary Algebra Test or 31 or higher on the ASSET Intermediate Algebra Test.
MATHC100
3.00 credits
Quantitative Reasoning
Examines the mathematics involved in personal finance, environmental issues, the social sciences, politics and voting, business and economics, graph theory, fractals.
Prerequisites: Grade of "C" or better in Intermediate Algebra course or achieve qualifying score on the Coastline Math Placement Test OR a score of 35 or higher on the ASSET Intermediate Algebra Test.
MATHC115
4.00 credits
College Algebra
Basic concepts of Algebra, equations and inequalities along with functions and graphs, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions. The tutorial CDs included with textbook materials use "Real Player" and may not run on government computer.
Prerequisites: Grade of "C" or better in Intermediate Algebra course or a score of 35 or higher on the ASSET Intermediate Algebra Test
MRSCC100
3.00 credits
Introduction to Marine Science
A general study of the marine environment. Examines the chemical, biological and geological properties of the sea, the sea as a natural resource and its geo-political and economic impact.
MSC100
3.00 credits
Organizational/Management
Introduction to organizations and the theory and practice of management. Emphasis on organizational functions, design and decision-making, and the application of leadership and managerial skills in various organizational environments.
PHILC100
3.00 credits
Introduction to Philosophy
Covers many traditional philosophical issues, including views on human nature, metaphysics, religion, sources of knowledge, determinism vs. free will, personal and social ethics. Multicultural and feminist issues are woven into traditional Western material, including contributions from India Hinduism and Buddhism, China Confucianism, and Japan Zen Buddhism among others.
PHILC120
3.00 credits
Ethics to Making Moral Choices
A comprehensive look at the major ethical and moral issues of today, including abortion, euthanasia, the death penalty, sexual equality, discrimination, sexual morality, pornography and censorship, mental illness and individual liberty, economic justice, world hunger and animals and the environment. 13 written essays are required.
PSCIC100
3.00 credits
American Government
Introduction to principles and problems of American government. Satisfies the state college requirement on the Constitution of the Unites States.
PSYCC100
3.00 credits
Introduction to Psychology
Fundamentals of human psychology. Using a scientific approach to the study of human behavior, this course examines and integrates physiological, intrapsychic and social/behavioral perspectives on human thought and behavior. Major unites include: biological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, motivation, learning and memory, maturation and development, personality and social psychology.
PSYCC115
3.00 credits
Child Growth and Development
Examination of human development from conception through adolescence. Includes the biological, psychological and sociocultural aspects of the maturation process.
SOCC110
3.00 credits
Marriage and Family
Study of the nuclear family as a social institution. Examines the process of family development including: dating, courtship, engagement, mate selection, marriage, parenthood, and divorce. Examines crises and challenges facing families today from a sociological perspective.
SPANC180A
2.50 credits
Introduction to Elementary Spanish
This course is designed to develop the student's fundamental ability to both comprehend and converse in daily spoken Spanish. Early reading and writing skills are introduced as well as customs and cultures of the Spanish-speaking world.
SPANC180B
2.50 credits
Continuing Elementary Spanish
This course reviews and expands the student's ability to both comprehend and converse in daily spoken Spanish. There is increased emphasis on reading and writing. An introduction to the Hispanic culture is continued.
Prerequisites: Completion of Spanish 180A. The videos in Span 80A are continued in Span180B and tell a story.
Dallas Telecollege
All courses are CD-ROM delivered. The cost of textbooks for the student is not included in the tuition.
ECON2301
3.00 credits
Macro Economics
An introduction to principles of macroeconomics is presented. Economic principles are studied within the framework of classical, Keynesian, monetarist and alternative models. Emphasis is given to national income determination, money and banking, and the role of monetary and fiscal policy in economic stabilization and growth. Other topics include international trade and finance. (3 Lec.)
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing is recommended
ECON2302
3.00 credits
Micro Economics
The principles of microeconomics are presented. Topics include the theory of demand, supply, and price of factors. Income distribution and theory of the firm are also included. Emphasis is given to microeconomic applications of international trade and finance as well as other contemporary microeconomic problems. (3 Lec.)
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing is recommended
GOVT2305
3.00 credits
US Government
United States Government explores contemporary issues as examples of our government in action. As the title suggests, it is citizen-activist oriented in its approach to the study of political sciencefocusing on interviews with national experts and a variety of political figures, and using actual documentary footage to bring the action to the student, the telecourse achieves what the traditional classroom sometimes cannot.
HIST1301
3.00 credits
History of the United States to 1877
The history of the United States is presented, beginning with the European background and first discoveries. The pattern of exploration, settlement, and development of institutions is followed throughout the colonial period and the early national experience to 1877. (3 Lec.)
HIST1302
3.00 credits
History of the United States Since 1877
The history of the United States is surveyed from the Reconstruction era to the present day. The study includes social, economic, and political aspects of American life. The development of the United States as a world power is followed. (3 Lec.)
PHED1304
3.00 credits
Health for Today
Emphasis is placed on relating course content to lifestyle to foster a better understanding of the major health issues of today. Current issues include, but are not limited to: emotional health, chemical use and abuse, human sexuality, major diseases, physical fitness, nutrition, aging, death and dying. This course does not satisfy the physical education activity course requirement. (3 Lec.)
SOCI1301
3.00 credits
Introduction to Sociology
This course is a sociological study of social behavior and social structures, emphasizing the importance of a knowledge and appreciation of the multi-cultural and multiethnic dimensions of society. Topics include cultural elements such as values, norms, beliefs, language, and roles, as well as group processes, social conflict and social change. (3 Lec.)
ECPI College of Technology
All courses are CD-ROM delivered. The cost of the textbooks for the student is not included in the tuition.
ECPI courses are designed for use on personal computers, contractor provided computers, and government provided computers. Students should be provided appropriate access by authorized command personnel prior to running the courses on embedded networked systems.
All courses have admission requirements found on ECPI information page.
CIS102
3.00 credits
Fundamentals of Customer Service
This course helps students to better understand the motivation and concerns of the customer and how to develop customer relations skills to effectively work with customers. Understanding people, communication, perception, and self-concept are discussed. (This course was previously listed as IS105)
Prerequisites: None - Requirements for all ECPI course enrollments: COmbined ASVAB score greater than 100 on the ARPC (arithmetic reasoning and paragraph comprehension) sections of the exam and a High School Diploma or GED. If applicant cannot fulfill the ASVAB requirement, refer to page 81 of the catalog for more information.
CIS106
3.00 credits
Introduction to Operating Systems
This course provides the student with an overview of the information systems field. The students will gain hands-on experience associated with troubleshooting a DOS based and windows operating system, working with multiple-level directory structures, creation and use of local and networked files and folders, creation of batch jobs at the command line to reinforce the use of the windows operating system. The course also provides an overview of the standard windows environment desktop operating system and students will be introduced to the Internet as a resource tool. (This course was previously listed as IS100)
Prerequisites: None - Requirements for all ECPI course enrollments: COmbined ASVAB score greater than 100 on the ARPC (arithmetic reasoning and paragraph comprehension) sections of the exam and a High School Diploma or GED. If applicant cannot fulfill the ASVAB requirement, refer to page 81 of the catalog for more information.
CIS121
3.00 credits
Logic and Design
In this course, students are introduced to the basics of programming logic and algorithm design and deveopment, using flowcharts, pseudo-code and a programming language. Students will learn the basic constructs of programming, including variables, constants, expressions, control structures, functions, pointers, and arrays, and are introduced to functional, decision-based, and iterative processing of data. (This course was previously listed as GSP120)
Prerequisites: CIS106 (IS100) Operating Systems - Requirements for all ECPI course enrollments: COmbined ASVAB score greater than 100 on the ARPC (arithmetic reasoning and paragraph comprehension) sections of the exam and a High School Diploma or GED. If applicant cannot fulfill the ASVAB requirement, refer to page 81 of the catalog for more information.
CIS150
3.00 credits
Introduction to Networking
This course focuses on an introduction to networking technology and its implementation. The course conducts an in-depth examination of various media types, appropriate topologies for different types of networks, network and transport protocols, connectivity devices, and various LAN and WAN services. The student will study implementation issues including network management, account management, and security. (This course ws previously listed as NSM130)
Prerequisites: CIS106 (IS100) Operating Systems - Requirements for all ECPI course enrollments: COmbined ASVAB score greater than 100 on the ARPC (arithmetic reasoning and paragraph comprehension) sections of the exam and a High School Diploma or GED. If applicant cannot fulfill the ASVAB requirement, refer to page 81 of the catalog for more information.
CIS151
3.00 credits
Networking II
This course conducts an in-depth examination of the TCP/IP protocol suite protocols and utilities, subnetting, and disaster recovery. Topics include standard troubleshooting practices and the legal and ethical uses of hardware and software within LAN and WAN topologies. (This course was previously listed as NSM140)
Prerequisites: CIS150 (NSM130) Introduction to Networking - Requirements for all ECPI course enrollments: COmbined ASVAB score greater than 100 on the ARPC (arithmetic reasoning and paragraph comprehension) sections of the exam and a High School Diploma or GED. If applicant cannot fulfill the ASVAB requirement, refer to page 81 of the catalog for more information.
CIS202
3.00 credits
Introduction to Routing and Switching
This course provides a thorough introduction to networking using switches. Highlighted areas include: Details on switching models, processes, and switching protocols, provides a starting foundation of knowledge required to build and configure a multi-protocol network, and examines the various layers of functionality and introduces the startup sequences and configuration options for switches and routers. (This course was previously listed as NSM200)
Prerequisites: CIS151 (NSM140) Networking II - Requirements for all ECPI course enrollments: COmbined ASVAB score greater than 100 on the ARPC (arithmetic reasoning and paragraph comprehension) sections of the exam and a High School Diploma or GED. If applicant cannot fulfill the ASVAB requirement, refer to page 81 of the catalog for more information.
CIS204
3.00 credits
Intermediate Routing and Switching
This course provides advanced topics for networking using routers. Highlighted areas include: Details on VPN, routing models, processes, and routing protocols, provides a starting foundation of knowledge required to build and configure a multi-protocol network, and examines the OSI Model in depth. (This course was previously listed as NSM205)
Prerequisites: CIS202 (NSM200) Introduction to Routing and Switching - Requirements for all ECPI course enrollments: COmbined ASVAB score greater than 100 on the ARPC (arithmetic reasoning and paragraph comprehension) sections of the exam and a High School Diploma or GED. If applicant cannot fulfill the ASVAB requirement, refer to page 81 of the catalog for more information.
CIS245
3.00 credits
Windows Client and Server
This course provides students with the knowledge and understanding required to successfully implement, administer, and troubleshoot information systems that incorporate Microsoft Windows Client. Topics include configuring, managing, and troubleshooting a stand-alone Distributed file system (Dfs); Configuring and troubleshooting hardware devices and drivers, management and optimization of system state data and user data, and configuring and troubleshooting windows network connections.(This course was previously listed as NSM150)
Prerequisites: CIS150 (NSM130) Introduction to Networking - Requirements for all ECPI course enrollments: COmbined ASVAB score greater than 100 on the ARPC (arithmetic reasoning and paragraph comprehension) sections of the exam and a High School Diploma or GED. If applicant cannot fulfill the ASVAB requirement, refer to page 81 of the catalog for more information.
CIS251
3.00 credits
Advanced Windows Server
This course provides students with the knowledge and understanding required to successfully implement, administer, and troubleshoot information systems that incorporate Microsoft Winders Server. Topics include configuring, managing, and troubleshooting a stand-alone Distributed file system (Dfs); configuring and troubleshooting hardware divices and drivers, management and optimization of system state data and user data, and configuring and troubleshooting windows network connections. (This course was previously listed as NSM160)
Prerequisites: CIS245 Windows Client and Server - Requirements for all ECPI course enrollments: COmbined ASVAB score greater than 100 on the ARPC (arithmetic reasoning and paragraph comprehension) sections of the exam and a High School Diploma or GED. If applicant cannot fulfill the ASVAB requirement, refer to page 81 of the catalog for more information.
CIS282
3.00 credits
Web Interface Design
This course provides an introduction and advanced design and implementation strategies are utilized to create dynamic e-commerce applications. Key concepts include: web page design, graphic composition, scripting languages, animation and Internet security. (This course was previously listed as WEB120)
Prerequisites: CIS106 (IS100) Operating Systems - Requirements for all ECPI course enrollments: COmbined ASVAB score greater than 100 on the ARPC (arithmetic reasoning and paragraph comprehension) sections of the exam and a High School Diploma or GED. If applicant cannot fulfill the ASVAB requirement, refer to page 81 of the catalog for more information.
CIS301
3.00 credits
UNIX Administration
This course provides the student with knowledge and understanding of UNIX using a generic platform operating system. Topics covered include operating system architecture, system customization, mounting, unmounting and basic network administration including administering user accounts, problems diagnostics, system commands, and utilities. (This course was previously listed as (NSM260)
Prerequisites: CIS106 (IS100) Introduction to Operating Systems - Requirements for all ECPI course enrollments: COmbined ASVAB score greater than 100 on the ARPC (arithmetic reasoning and paragraph comprehension) sections of the exam and a High School Diploma or GED. If applicant cannot fulfill the ASVAB requirement, refer to page 81 of the catalog for more information.
Governors State University
All courses are CD-ROM Delivered. The cost of textbooks for the student is not included in the tuition.
Governors State University courses are designed for use on contractor provided laptops or personal computers. The course may be completed on a government computer; however, some of the interactive components added to enhance the learning experience may not function.
ADDS500
3.00 credits
Substance Abuse: Current Concepts
Examines physiological, psychological, and sociological aspects of drug abuse and includes historical and contemporary patterns. Examines past and present drug abuse treatment modalities and analyzes the factors and institutions at the local, state, and national level that affect the delivery of drug abuse services. Includes legal and ethical issues in drug abuse.
Prerequisites: 60 hours of college credit.
ANTH350
3.00 credits
Beliefs and Believers
An exploration into the nature and function of belief structures or "worldviews" with representatives from a wide variety of religious and secular perspectives. Students will gain some initial exposure to the religious systems of major world religions systems of major world religious institutions and develop an understanding of their personal beliefs.
COMS534
3.00 credits
Family Communication
Family Communication is a course that explores family interaction patterns. Examines the ways in which family members communicate, make decisions, settle conflict, and learn to relate to one another. This course is especially relevant because of the profound changes that are currently affecting the family unit. More children are born to single parents, more families have both partners working, more couples are commuting, more couples are divorcing, and more stepfamilies are being formed than ever before.
Prerequisites: For those who do not have an Associates degree, three(3) credit hours of EITHER a course in basic Communication Studies, English 1301, Philosophy 120, Psychology 100 or the equivalent to any of those listed here. Strong writing skills are necessary.
ENGL308
3.00 credits
Living Literature: The Classics and You
An introduction to a selection of the "classics" of Western Literary Tradition. Beginning with Genesis, students will read and discuss Homer, Sophocles, Virgil, Dante, Shakespeare, Moliere, Milton, Voltaire, Goethe, Flaubert, Dostoevsky, Tolstoy, and Kafka. The orientation of the course is the relevance of these texts to our lives.
ENGL420
3.00 credits
Modern American Poetry: Voices and Visions
An introductory literature course emphasizing relationships of the poets, their influence on each other and on those who followed them, and their place in American literature. Compares and contrasts the American vernacular voice with modern European idiom, the democratic image of society with the poet as a privileged visionary, and the poetry of social conscience with a poetry of metaphysical rumination.
Prerequisites: Three (3) credit hours of English composition at the lower-division level.
INST410
3.00 credits
Worlds of Art
This course compares objects from eight differing contexts and diverse geographical world areas and contrasts the imagery, cultural circumstances, and the world view within which the art was created and in which it functioned. Course includes video of discussions with instructor and experts on particular objects as guest correspondents.
MGMT301
3.00 credits
Introduction to Management Strategies
Introduces classical management, behavioral, and management science. Reviews the fundamental functions of management emphasizing the interrelationships among planning, organizing, directing, and controlling. Both the impact of organizations upon participants and the impact of participants upon organizations are studied. Examines systems approach to solving operational problems.
PSYC305
3.00 credits
Love: What Everyone Needs to Know
Explores the intricacies and problems of close, committed, interpersonal relationships, including marriage. Discusses important relationship concepts and standards. This course includes a unit on military marriage and the challenges. This course is intended both as a primary prevention and as a sort of immunization against serious marital troubles and divorce in later life.
PSYC445
3.00 credits
Social Psychology
Evaluation of methods of inquiry and identification of levels of analysis as applied to problems of thought and behavior in American society. Study of interpersonal relations and communications, social power, persuasion, decision making, attitude change, and group membership.
Prerequisites: Three (3) credit hours of Psychology 100, Introduction to Psychology, or the equivalent.
SOSC320
3.00 credits
Dealing With Diversity
A course designed to help students recognize and appreciate the differences between diverse groups and individuals in our multicultural society, such as those distinguished by race, ethnicity, gender, class, sexual orientation, and age.
Old Dominion University
All courses are CD-ROM delivered.
The cost of textbooks for the student is not included in the tuition.
The following undergraduate courses require Advisor approval from Dr. R. Curry.
See website at http://www.dl.odu.edu/partnerships/navycollege/advisor.html for additional information.
EET350
3.00 credits
Fundamentals of Electrical Technology
A comprehensive course in the basic principles of electrical engineering technology utilizing calculus as appropriate. Topics include dc and ac circuit analysis and theorems, transient analysis, linear electronics, and digital electronics.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for admission into the University as a transfer student -2.20 GPA (on a 4 point scale), earned with grades on a least 25 semester hours or 42 quarter hours of college courses. Associate's degree recommended, but not required. College credit for calculus (integral and differential). Advisor approval - send unofficial copies of your SMART and college transcripts to rcurry@odu.edu or fax to 757-683-3106.
EET360
3.00 credits
Electrical Power and Machinery
A study of ac and dc motors and generators, transformers, power distribution, three-phase systems, and instrumentation. Steady-state phasor analysis using complex numbers is employed throughout the course.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for admission into the University as a transfer student - 2.20 GPA (on a 4 point scale), earned with grades on at least 25 semester hours or 42 quarter hours of college courses. Associate's degree recommended, but not required. College credit for calculus (integral and differential). Advisor approval - send unofficial copies of your SMART and college transcripts to rcurry@odu.edu or fax 757-683-3106. Successful completion of EET350
MET305
3.00 credits
Principles of Mechanics
Selected topics in statics and strength of materials are applied to mechanical engineering technology utilizing calculus as appropriate. Coverage includes force systems, equilibrium, friction, and stress-strain relationships and their application to the mechanical behavior of materials.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for admission into the University as a transfer student - 2.20 GPA (on a 4 point scale), earned with grades on at least 25 semester hours or 42 quarter hours of college courses. Associate's degree recommended, but not required. College credit for calculus (integral and differential). Advisor approval - send unofficial copies of your SMART and college transcripts to rcurry@odu.edu or fax to 757-683-3106.
MET310
3.00 credits
Dynamics
A fundamental treatment of coplanor and three-dimentional kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies, including relative motion, mass moments of inertia. Newton's laws, work and energy, impulse and momentum, and simple vibration.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for admission into the University as a transfer student - 2.20 GPA (on a 4 point scale), earned with grades on at least 25 semester hours or 42 quarter hours of college courses. Associate's degree recommended, but not required. College credit for calculus (integral and differential). Advisor approval - send unofficial copies of your SMART and college transcripts to rcurry@odu.edu or fax 757-683-3106.
Old Dominion University
Graduate Courses
Delivery methods are listed at the end of each course description. The cost of textbooks for the student is not included in the tuition.
ACCT601
3.00 credits
Accounting for Managers
This course is VTC delivered. A study of the basic concepts and limitations of financial accounting. Covers the financial reporting process and the development of financial statements for external users, such as investors and creditors. Delivery method: VTC on ships with appropriate VTC connectivity.
Prerequisites: Bachelor's Degree with minimum of 2.75 GPA. Fax transcripts to 757-683-3106 (informal transcripts okay).
Delivery: Graduate VTC Course.
ENMA600
3.00 credits
Cost Estimating and Financial Analysis
Introduction to the monetary aspects of engineering projects, including accounting principles; financial reports and analysis; capital budgeting; cost estimation and control; inventory management; depreciation; investment decisions.
Prerequisites: Graduation from Navy Nuclear Power School/Prototype Officer program. (For details, see MEM website at http://www.dl.odu.edu/mem)
Introduction to optimization methods and deterministic models for decision making, linear, integer and non-linear programming; transportation, assignment, and inventory models; network techniques; sensitivity analysis.
Prerequisites: Graduation from Navy Nuclear Power School/Prototype Officer program. (For details, see MEM website at http://www.dl.odu.edu/mem)
Design, evaluation, control, and organization of technical projects; scheduling budgeting, planning, and monitoring practices; software tools, project information systems; proposal preparation; strategic issues; marketing of technology. A case study approach is utilized.
Prerequisites: Graduation from Navy Nuclear Power School/Prototype Officer program. (For details, see MEM website at http://www.dl.odu.edu/mem)
This one-credit hour capstone project serves as a comprehensive examination of the program. To be completed by each student after they have finished the six core MEM courses.
Prerequisites: Completion of other core MEM courses and graduation from Navy Nuclear Power School/Prototype Officer program. (See website for details at www.dl.odu.edu/mem).
Management systems for distribution, materials handling, inventory control, transportation planning, and facilities location and analysis. Special emphasis on logistic information systems and the development of logistics strategy. Includes case studies.
Prerequisites: Graduation from Navy Nuclear Power School/Prototype Officer program. (For details, see MEM website at http://www.dl.odu.edu/mem)
Integrated analysis of the quality assurance function. Quality Deming's way. On-line quality engineering, scientific sampling, control charts, acceptance sampling; the quality cost concept and economic aspects of quality decisions. Emphasis on statistical process control.
Prerequisites: Graduation from Navy Nuclear Power School/Prototype Officer program. (For details, see MEM website at http://www.dl.odu.edu/mem)
Examines the role of systems engineering and systems integration, processes, procedures, tools and operating environments. Topics include system development life cycles, risk management, configuration management, quality management and measurements and security.
Prerequisites: Graduation from Navy Nuclear Power School/Prototype Officer program. (See website for details at www.dl.odu.edu/mem).
This course is VTC delivered. Examines issues and principles in the management of individuals, groups, and organizations. Topics include motivation, reward systems, group dynamics, team building, organizational design, and change. Delivery Method: VTC on ships with appropraite VTC connectivity.
Prerequisites: Bachelor's Degree with minimum of 2.75 GPA. Fax transcripts to 757-683-3106(unofficial transcripts okay).
Delivery: Graduate VTC Course.
MKTG603
3.00 credits
Marketing Management
This course is VTC delivered. Fundamentals of marketing (including market research, product design, distribution, pricing and promotion of goods, services, people, places and ideas)with case analysis to clarify applications. Delivery Method: VTC on ships with appropriate connectivity.
Prerequisites: Bachelor's Degree with minimum of 2.75 GPA. Faxed transcripts to 757-683-3106(unofficial transcripts okay).
Delivery: Graduate VTC Course.
PADM695
3.00 credits
Strategic Management
This course is VTC delivered. The study and application of decision-making models with emphasis on understanding the role and importance of strategic management and planning in public and nonprofit organizations.
Prerequisites: Bachelor's Degree with minimum of 2.75 GPA. Fax transcripts to 757-683-3106 (unofficial transcripts okay).
Delivery: Graduate VTC Course.
Saint Leo University
All courses are CD-ROM delivered. The cost of textbooks for the student is not included in the tuition.
CRM222
3.00 credits
Introduction to Homeland Defense
An introductory look at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This class is designed to help students understand the Department of Homeland Security. It provides a comprehensive overview of the Department’s history, mission, organization, and programs designed to reduce America’s vulnerability to attack and quickly recover from disaster.
CRM332
3.00 credits
Terrorism
This course provides a comprehensive overview of international and domestic terrorism, arising from either religious or secular roots. It will examine the historical and philosophical underpinnings of terrorism in general and identified terrorist organizations in particular. A special emphasis will be on the impact of weapons of mass destruction, i.e., nuclear/radiological biological and chemical means, on the changing face of terrorism throughout the world.
CRM333
3.00 credits
Violent Crime
This course is a comprehensive overview of the problems and types of violent crime occurring in the United States. Course analysis includes youth gang violence, serial homicide, mass murder, domestic violence and sexual battery in contemporary society. The nature and extent of these deviant acts along with official reports and surveys that provide measurement techniques of violent crime will be detailed. Included will be coverage of law enforcement, prosecution and correctional efforts aimed at curtailing violent crime.
CRM361
3.00 credits
Legal Issues in Counter-Terrorism
This course provides a comprehensive overview of legal issues attendant to international terrorism. In particular, students will examine the “War on Terror” and the tension between approaches based on criminal law enforcement versus a military or warrior basis. A special emphasis will be placed on the interrelationship between United States law and international law and agreements. The course will address current efforts in counter-terrorism, with special emphasis on recent federal prosecutions for terrorist acts or aiding terrorist organizations. As a Criminal Justice course, this study will include historical and political information, and current, relevant information on counter-terrorism objectives and methods.
CRM363
3.00 credits
Exploiting Weaknesses of Terrorists
This course provides a comprehensive overview of international and domestic terrorism, arising from either religious or secular roots. It will examine the historical and philosophical underpinnings of terrorism in general, and identified terrorist organizations in particular. This course will examine exploitable weaknesses of terrorists; terrorist typology; human factors as applied to terrorists; modus vivendi of terrorists; conspiratorial association theorems; weaknesses of terrorist groups; and proactive measures in support of terrorist investigations. The course will address current efforts in counter-terrorism, with special emphasis on the federal and state responses. As a Criminal Justice course, this study will consist of a hybrid of historical and political information, and current, relevant information on counter-terrorism objectives and methods.
CRM365
3.00 credits
Local Response to Terrorism
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the need to plan for the possibility of a terrorist event on the local level. A Terrorist event could take place which restricts or retards the state and federal government’s response to a local community. The course will give the student the tools needed to prepare a local agency for immediate response to an event in his/her community. The course will give an introduction to the National Incident Management System, and will provide the student with the information necessary to insure local government compliance with federal law.
CRM430
3.00 credits
Correctional Systems
This course is designed to be a comprehensive overview of our government's response to convicted criminal offenders. The origins, evolution, processes and current problems of correctional systems will be the topics of study. More specifically, the course will cover: the history of corrections in the U.S., short-term detention, state and federal prisons, inmate topologies, capital punishment, correctional law, probation/parole and community corrections.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Law and the Legal System and Survey of the Criminal Justice System
CRM499
3.00 credits
Senior Seminar in Criminal Justice
This capstone course is designed to synthesize the information and insights from the other courses in the criminology curriculum. It includes computer-based research in crime trends and causes, a research project that evaluates criminal justice policy-making, an assessment of each senior criminal justice major's knowledge level through the administration of a nationally based criminology achievement examination, and exposure to components of the criminal justice system through volunteer experience at local agencies
Prerequisites: Senior standing in criminal justice
HTY233
3.00 credits
Modern Middle East
A study of the social, political, religious and economic forces present in the modern Middle East, with emphasis on the period since World War I, Arab-Israeli conflict and oil.
POL121
3.00 credits
Introduction to Politics
An introduction to politics by means of an examination of the perennial questions of politics, contemporary political events and issues, as well as different political orders
POL123
3.00 credits
Introduction to Law and the Legal System
This course is an introductory survey of the history, structures and processes of the American legal system. It is designed to be taken as a first University-level course in law, and should precede more specialized courses such as criminal, business or constitutional law. Covered are basic legal concepts such as due process, the structure of the U.S. court system and the major subdivisions of law such as civil procedure, criminal procedure or the law of torts. Understanding the role of law in society, the analysis of judicial reasoning and the application of legal concepts to factual situations are stressed.
POL325
3.00 credits
Public Administration
An analysis of the nature of public administration, its structures and limitations; staff organization and chain of command; unemployment policies and personnel training and management; employees, organizations and public relations.
REL100
3.00 credits
Islam
An in-depth study of Islam beginning with the pre-Islamic history of the Arabian Peninsula, the life of the Prophet Mohammad, the spread and rise of Islam and variations within Islam including early divisions between Sunni’s and Shiites. The course will also address key and critical topics including the role of women, fundamentalism, “Jihad”, Arab-Israeli conflict and Islam as a political tool.
REL220
3.00 credits
Christian Morality
Christian morality is concerned with the ethical principles grounding Catholic morality and charged with envisioning an "ethics of being" in the Christian context. The course examines the theoretical foundations of morality (ethics), the practical level of human conduct, rule-keeping, virtues and attitudes.
REL223
3.00 credits
Religions of the World I: Western Religions
A study of Western religions, including religions of nonliterate societies and ancient religions, Judaism, Christianity and Islam.
