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English (ENGL) |
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ENGL 351 - Readings in Shakespeare 3 hours
Study of William Shakespeare, emphasizing his background, his poetry, and his plays in all genres. Prerequisites: ENGL 112 and a previous 200-level or higher ENGL course.
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ENGL 360 - Readings in Fiction 3 hours
Study of the genre, possibly from a special perspective or literary period (e.g., American novel and short story, contemporary novel, the comic novel and short story). Prerequisites: ENGL 112 and a previous 200-level or higher English course. May be taken more than once when the subject matter in the course varies.
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ENGL 361 - Readings in Poetry 3 hours
Intensive study of major literary development and achievement in the genre, possibly from a special perspective (e.g., American poetry, lyric poetry, epic poetry). Prerequisites: ENGL 112 and a previous 200-level or higher English course. May be taken more than once when the subject matter in the course varies.
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ENGL 362 - Readings in Drama 3 hours
Study of the genre, possibly from a special perspective or literary period. Prerequisites: ENGL 112 and a previous 200-level or higher English course. May be taken more than once when the subject matter in the course varies.
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ENGL 370 - Major Literary Periods 3 hours
Study of the major literary works from a specific movement or definitive age (Medieval or Renaissance Literature, Modern Literature, the Age of Reason, The Romantic Age, Victorian Literature or Contemporary Literature). Prerequisites: ENGL 112 and a previous 200-level or higher English course. May be taken more than once when the subject matter in the course varies.
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ENGL 397 - Science Fiction and Fantasy 3 hours
Readings from a broad spectrum of science fiction and fantasy literature. Prerequisites: ENGL 112 and a previous 200-level or higher English course.
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ENGL 399 - English Internship 1-3 hours
Students complete 45 hours of experiential work for each semester hour. Students typically work for publishers, for nonprofit agencies involved with writing, editing and the arts, or in other similar situations. The directing faculty member must approve the internship placement. Students may register for no more than 12 English internship credits (ENGL 399 and ENGL 499 combined) during their time at Columbia College. Prerequisites: At least one 200-level English course; Junior standing, and a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA at time of registration of internship. Grades are assigned as S (Satisfactory) or U (Unsatisfactory).
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ENGL 408 - Advanced Creative Writing 3 hours
An advanced workshop that focuses on developing and fine-tuning a student’s portfolio of creative writing and allows a student to put together a substantial collection of work worthy for publication or admittance into an MFA program. Prerequisites: ENGL 313 , ENGL 314 , and ENGL 315 .
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ENGL 420 - Advanced Editing and Revision 3 hours
A pre-graduate-level course that addresses, through practice, the fundamentals of editing and making prose as clear and as well presented as possible. Prerequisites: ENGL 112 and a previous 200-level or higher English course.
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ENGL 431 - Senior Seminar 3 hours
Culminating course for graduation as an English major. This course is designed similarly to a graduate-level seminar. The student is required to produce a portfolio and essay project arranged in conjunction with one or more of the English faculty. Prerequisites: 68 semester hours, C average in ENGL courses.
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ENGL 433 - Topics 3 hours
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ENGL 450 - Minority and Ethnic Literature of the United States 3 hours
Significant and representative works by minority and ethnic writers (Black, Hispanic, Native American, Asian American, Jewish American, etc.) of the United States. Prerequisites: ENGL 112 and a previous 200-level or higher English course. Course meets Multicultural graduation requirement.
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ENGL 490 - Literary and Critical Theory 3 hours
Introduction to methods and applications of literary and critical theories. Prerequisites: ENGL 112 and a previous 200-level or higher English course.
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ENGL 499 - Advanced English Internship 1-3 hours
Students complete 45 hours of experiential work for each semester hour. Students typically work for publishers, for nonprofit agencies involved with writing, editing and the arts, or in other similar situations. The directing faculty member must approve the internship placement. Grades are assigned as S (Satisfactory) or U (Unsatisfactory). Students may register for no more than 12 English internship credits (ENGL 399 and ENGL 499 combined) during their time at Columbia College. Prerequisites: Minimum nine hours of ENGL coursework; Senior standing; minimum 3.0 GPA in major core classes at time of registration for internship.
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English for Academic Purposes (EAPP) |
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EAPP 100 - Foundations for Success 1 hour
This eight-week course is designed to provide students whose primary language is not English with the skills necessary to become academically successful and socially integrated within the community of Columbia College while maintaining immigration status. Course topics include expectations of students in the U.S. higher education system, U.S. cultural norms, immigration regulations and procedures, health and safety procedures, and campus resources and support services. All entering EAP students are required to enroll in this course during their first semester.
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EAPP 101 - Grammar Skills I 2 hours
This course helps students whose primary language is not English build on their knowledge of English grammar required for oral and written communication. Class time is devoted to communicative and inductive exercises emphasizing select grammatical structures and features of English. As a result, students develop skills in understanding form, meaning, and use in longer and more varied discourse settings. Grade of C or higher required. Prerequisite: Placement in the high-intermediate level of the EAP program.
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EAPP 102 - Grammar Skills II 2 hours
This course continues to help students whose primary language is not English build on their knowledge of English grammar required for oral and written communication. Class time is devoted to communicative and inductive exercises emphasizing select grammatical structures and features of English. As a result, students develop skills in understanding form, meaning, and use in academic discourse settings. Grade of C or higher required. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in EAPP 101 or placement in the advanced level of the EAP program.
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EAPP 103 - Oral Communication Skills I 5 hours
This course helps students whose primary language is not English develop oral language skills necessary for academic work through an integrated program of listening and speaking with additional attention to improving grammar and vocabulary skills. Grade of C or higher required. Prerequisite: Placement in high-intermediate level of the EAP program
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EAPP 104 - Oral Communication Skills II 5 hours
This course continues to help students whose primary language is not English develop oral language skills necessary for academic work through an integrated program of listening and speaking with additional attention to improving grammar and vocabulary skills. Grade of C or higher required. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in EAPP 103 or placement in the advanced level of the EAP program.
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EAPP 105 - Written Communication Skills I 5 hours
This course helps students whose primary language is not English develop written language skills necessary for academic work through an integrated program of reading and writing with additional attention to improving grammar and vocabulary skills. Grade of C or higher required. Prerequisite: Placement in the high-intermediate level of the EAP program.
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EAPP 106 - Written Communication Skills II 5 hours
This course continues to help students whose primary language is not English develop written language skills necessary for academic work through an integrated program of reading and writing with additional attention to improving grammar and vocabulary skills. Grade of C or higher required. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in EAPP 105 or placement in the advanced level of the EAP program.
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EAPP 107 - Preparatory English Composition 5 hours
This course provides English language learners (ELLs) with an introduction to composition at the U.S. collegiate level. In preparation for ENGL 111 and other academic courses which require extensive reading and writing, students will become familiar with figurative language and literature, develop skills to read more efficiently, and increase academic vocabulary. Students also will enhance their academic writing and research skills by producing coherent essays and a short research paper using outside source materials. Based on a grade of C or higher in the course, students may proceed to ENGL 111 . Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in EAPP 106 , international student status or placement test. Placement for domestic ELLs by ACT English Score or by SAT Writing Score: students whose ACT English Score is from 1 to 17 (or whose SAT Writing Score is from 300-420) will be placed in EAPP 107 .
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Environmental Studies (ENVS) |
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ENVS 115 - Introduction to Environmental Science 3 hours
Survey of environmental science, ecosystems and human impact. Cross-listed as BIOL 115 . G.E. Course meets multicultural graduation requirement.
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ENVS 115L - Introduction to Environmental Science Laboratory 2 hours
Laboratory experiences to complement ENVS 115 /BIOL 115 . Cross-listed as BIOL 115L . Prerequisite: BIOL 115 /ENVS 115 or concurrent enrollment. BIOL 115 /ENVS 115 must be taken as a corequisite or completed before ENVS 115L can be used as G.E. credit. G.E. $40 laboratory fee.
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ENVS 220 - Introduction to Atmospheric Sciences 3 hours
An introduction to the study of weather and climate. Cross-listed as GEOG 220 . Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.
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ENVS 222 - Conservation Biology 3 hours
Conservation Biology is the science of maintaining biological diversity but it extends beyond pure science into areas such as philosophy, economics, law, and sociology. This course focuses on biodiversity and how this diversity supports the function of ecosystems. Threats to biodiversity, particularly from human actions, and strategies for maintaining biodiversity are discussed. Cross-listed as BIOL 222 . Prerequisite: BIOL 112 .
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ENVS 223 - Environmental Disasters 3 hours
Introduction to environmental hazards and disasters. Emphasis on causes of extreme natural events, their geographic distribution and human responses/ adjustments. Cross-listed as GEOG 223 . Prerequisite: GEOG 101 .
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ENVS 230 - Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry 3 hours
Analytic survey of factors which affect local and global environments. Provides students with an appreciation and understanding of the principles of environmental toxicology and chemistry including the sources, fate and effects of chemicals in the environment. Emphasis is on contemporary problems in human health and the environment. Cross-listed as CHEM 230 . Prerequisite: CHEM 112 .
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ENVS 230L - Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry Lab 3 hours
Laboratory experiences to complement CHEM 230 /ENVS 230 to include the collection and analysis of environmental samples including air, soil and water samples. Cross-listed with CHEM 230L . Prerequisite: CHEM 112L . Corequisite: CHEM 230 /ENVS 230 .
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ENVS 233 - Topics 3 hours
Field experiences to accompany Introduction to Environmental Science. Cross-listed as BIOL 233 . Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENVS 115 /BIOL 115 .
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ENVS 251 - Resource Management 3 hours
An introduction to the global range of natural resources, the economic and political contexts of their development and the resulting physical and societal impacts. Cross-listed as GEOG 251 . Prerequisite: GEOG 101 . Course meets Multicultural graduation requirement.
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ENVS 272 - An Introduction to Environmental Literature 3 hours
An introduction to contemporary writings about environmental issues. Exposure to aspects of environmental crisis and policy, to recent first-person nature writing and to novels that examine various ecological visions. Prerequisite: ENGL 112 .
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ENVS 300 - Evolution 3 hours
Examination of the basic mechanisms of evolution and the importance of evolution to our understanding of life on earth. Genetics, natural selection, adaptation and the history of life are considered. Cross-listed as BIOL 300 . Prerequisite: BIOL 110 and BIOL 112 .
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ENVS 310 - Environmental and Resource Economics 3 hours
Application of economic concepts and tools for the analysis of natural resources development and environmental degradation; evaluation of public policies on resource and pollution issues. Cross-listed as ECON 310 . Prerequisites: ECON 293 or ECON 294 ; ENVS 115 /BIOL 115 .
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ENVS 312 - Environmental Politics 3 hours
Study of environmental issues and policies from both a national and global perspective. Cross-listed as POSC 312 . Prerequisite: POSC 111 .
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ENVS 319 - Soils 3 hours
An examination of soils. Topics include soil as a medium for plant growth, habitat for organisms, system for water supply and purification, recycling system for nutrients and organic wastes and engineering medium. Cross-listed as BIOL 319 . Prerequisites: BIOL 110 or BIOL 115 /ENVS 115 ; CHEM 110 .
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ENVS 320 - Ecology 3 hours
Basic principles of ecology with an emphasis on the factors affecting the distribution and abundance of organisms. Cross-listed as BIOL 320 . Prerequisites: BIOL 112 ; BIOL 320L /ENVS 320L or concurrent enrollment; BIOL 222 /ENVS 222 recommended.
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ENVS 332 - Environmental Ethics 3 hours
Investigation and discussion of ethical issues that concern the environment. Emphasis will be on recognition of moral problems and their resolution. Cross-listed as PHIL 332 .
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ENVS 333 - Topics 1-3 hours
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ENVS 352 - American Environmental History 3 hours
Analysis of American environmental history from the colonial period to the present. This course considers the interrelationships between human society and the natural world in different bioregions of North America, focusing upon how ideas, attitudes, traditions, institutions and technologies have reshaped and have been reshaped by ecosystems. It traces American Indian ecology, agricultural land use, natural resource conservation, urban pollution, and modern environmental movements. It offers special attention to social constructions of the environment such as romantic mysticism, utilitarian instrumentalism, and ecological science. Cross-listed as HIST 352 . Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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ENVS 390 - Environmental Studies Project 1 hour
Final culminating project for the ENVS minor arranged in conjunction with one or more of the Environmental Studies faculty. This project may take the form of library or lab research, a field experience or internship, or a creative project. The project should demonstrate a synthesis of ideas from the ENVS minor. The course must be completed with a grade of C or higher. Prerequisite: Completed at least 12 hours toward the Environmental Studies minor.
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ENVS 395 - Research Design in the Sciences 3 hours
Study of applied research in the natural sciences, with special emphasis on experimental design and methodology, data generation and critical analysis, and scientific writing and presentation. Cross-listed as BIOL 395 and CHEM 395 . Prerequisites: 15 semester hours of BIOL, ENVS, and/or CHEM courses; Junior standing; BIOL 324 /PSYC 324 /SOCI 324 . Students majoring in Biology or Environmental Science must earn a grade of C or higher.
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ENVS 399 - Science Internship 1-3 hours
Field experience working as an intern in a private or public agency. Supervised, on-site work is required. Forty-five clock hours of experiential work are required for each semester hour of credit. The directing faculty member must approve the internship placement. Students may register for no more than 12 science internship credits (ENVS 399 and ENVS 499 combined) during their time at Columbia College. Prerequisites: Junior standing; minimum of 2.5 cumulative GPA at time of registration for internship. Grades are assigned as S (Satisfactory) or U (Unsatisfactory).
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ENVS 433 - Topics 3 hours
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ENVS 490 - Senior Seminar 1 hour
A seminar course is required as a culminating experience prior to graduation for all seniors majoring in Biology and Environmental Science. Students complete and present a review of their major field and participate in career planning. Cross-listed as BIOL 490 . Evaluation is S (Satisfactory) or U (Unsatisfactory), with a grade of S required. Prerequisites/Corequisites: Senior standing, ENGL 112 , 45 semester hours in BIOL/ENVS.
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ENVS 499 - Advanced Science Internship 1-3 hours
Field experience working as an intern in a private or public agency. Supervised, on-site work is required. 45 clock hours of experiential work are required for each semester hour of credit. The directing faculty member must approve the internship placement. Students may register for no more than 12 science internship credits (ENVS 399 and ENVS 499 combined) during their time at Columbia College. Prerequisites: Minimum 15 hours of science coursework; Senior standing; declared major in Biology, Chemistry or Environmental Science; minimum 3.0 GPA in major core classes at time of registration for internship. Grades are assigned as S (Satisfactory) or U (Unsatisfactory).
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Finance (FINC) |
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FINC 295 - Risk and Insurance 3 hours
Basic concepts and practices found in modern insurance and other methods of handling risk.
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FINC 298 - Personal Financial Planning 3 hours
Provides knowledge that helps non-business and business students effectively manage their personal financial affairs. Topics include personal financial statements, budgeting, tax planning, investing and savings, insurance, real estate and retirement planning.
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FINC 350 - Business Finance 3 hours
A study of the finance function in corporate decision making. Topics include financial statement analysis, risk and return, valuation, cost of capital, working capital management, time value of money and capital budgeting. Prerequisites: ACCT 281 ; MATH 150 or MATH 170 .
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FINC 354 - Investments 3 hours
An introductory investment course designed to teach students how to make personal investing decisions for their own investment portfolio with special consideration given to the management of employer-sponsored retirement plans. Prerequisite: ACCT 281 .
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FINC 361 - Small Business Finance 3 hours
An introduction to the finance function within a small business. The focus is on the acquisition and management of capital from inception through growth. Emphasis is on the use of key financial management tools. Prerequisite: ACCT 280 .
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FINC 395 - Financial Markets and Institutions 3 hours
Examination of the risks faced by managers of financial institutions and the methods and markets through which these risks are managed. Consideration is given to a wide array of financial institutions including commercial banks, credit unions, investment banks, securities firms, insurance companies, and investment companies. Cross-listed as ECON 395 . Prerequisites: ACCT 281 ; MATH 150 or MATH 170 ; ECON 293 , ECON 294 ; FINC 350 .
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FINC 396 - Corporate Finance 3 hours
Analysis of financial and accounting information and its impact on financial decision making and profit planning. Topics include: financial planning and control tools, leverage and capital structure, investment banking, dividend policy, corporate restructuring, risk management and international financial management. Prerequisites: ACCT 281 ; MATH 150 or MATH 170 ; FINC 350 .
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FINC 397 - Principles of Real Estate 3 hours
An introduction to the principles and practices of real estate. Topics include the real estate profession and industry, home ownership, real estate financing, real estate appraisal, real estate contracts and real estate investment as it relates to personal financial planning objectives.
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FINC 410 - Sports Finance 3 hours
An integrated course that incorporates concepts from economics, finance, statistics and operations research in approaching decision making in sports management. Prerequisites: ECON 293 , ECON 294 , FINC 350 , MATH 170 , MATH 250 .
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FINC 495 - International Finance 3 hours
Understanding and application of the concepts of corporate finance, financial markets, and investments in an international context. Specific topics include an overview of the international monetary system, international financial markets (currency, equity and bond markets), the “parity conditions” of international finance, foreign exchange risk management, global investing, international capital budgeting, and global working capital management. Course meets multicultural graduation requirement. Cross-listed as ECON 495 . Prerequisites: ECON 293 , FINC 350 .
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FINC 496 - Financial Management 3 hours
Application of various financial management decision-making techniques as they apply to complex business problems. Prerequisite: FINC 396 .
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FINC 498 - Comprehensive Financial Planning 3 hours
A study of the principles and practices of professional financial planning using an integrated planning model. Case studies allow students to simulate real-world experience by integrating tax, insurance, and investment planning strategies into comprehensive financial plans. This investments course provides a foundation in modern portfolio theory and portfolio management with special consideration given to retirement planning. Prerequisite: FINC 354 .
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FINC 499 - Internship 3 hours
Internships in the Business Administration department provide academic field experience by community theory and practice in a business setting. Internship proposals must clearly demonstrate that the student will be engaged in a field experience that is directly related to their course of study, not engaged simply in a work experience. Internship opportunities are available in a broad range of organizations: public and private; large and small; profit and non-profit. Prerequisites: Senior standing, cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, completed a minimum of 24 hours in core courses, completed a minimum of 9 Columbia College upper-level hours in Business Administration courses.
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Foreign Culture (FRCS) |
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AFCS 101 - African Culture and Society I 3 hours
An interdisciplinary survey of institutions, politics, cultures and societies in Africa from roughly 1800 to the present (emphasis on the period following the Second World War). Course meets Multicultural graduation requirement.
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AFCS 102 - African Culture and Society II 3 hours
This course continues a survey of the social, cultural, literary and political history of Africa. The course is designed to be taken in sequence with African Culture and Society I as an intensive study of the African culture and its people. Taking AFCS 101 before AFCS 102 will greatly enhance your overall experience in this course. Course meets Multicultural graduation requirement.
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FRCS 101 - French Culture and Society 3 hours
This course begins a survey of the social, cultural, literary, and political history of France. The course is designed as an intensive study of French culture and people. Course meets Multicultural graduation requirement.
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ITCS 101 - Italian Culture and Society 3 hours
This course begins a survey of the social, cultural, literary, and political history of Italy. The course is designed as an intensive study of Italian culture and people. Course meets Multicultural graduation requirement.
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LACS 101 - Latin American Culture and Society I 3 hours
This course begins a survey of the social, cultural, literary, and political history of Latin America. The course is designed to be taken in sequence with Latin American Culture and Society II as an intensive study of the Latin American culture and its people. Course meets Multicultural graduation requirement.
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LACS 102 - Latin American Culture and Society II 3 hours
This course continues a survey of the social, cultural, literary, and political history of Latin America. The course is designed to be taken in sequence with Latin American Culture and Society I as an intensive study of the Latin American culture and its people. Taking LACS 101 before LACS 102 will greatly enhance your overall experience in this course. Course meets Multicultural graduation requirement.
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MECS 101 - Middle Eastern Culture and Society I 3 hours
A survey of Middle Eastern culture exploring the formative events and institutions that have shaped Middle Eastern culture with an emphasis on exploring the manner in which East and West meet and perceive their respective cultures. Course meets Multicultural graduation requirement.
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MECS 102 - Middle Eastern Culture and Society II 3 hours
This course continues a survey of the social, cultural, literary, and political history of the Middle East. The course is designed to be taken in sequence with Middle Eastern Culture and Society I as an intensive study of the Middle Eastern culture and its people. Taking MECS 101 before 102 will greatly enhance your overall experience in this course. Course meets Multicultural graduation requirement.
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RUCS 101 - Culture and Society of Russia 3 hours
This course will acquaint you with Russian culture and society from early medieval times to the present. This course explores the origins of Russian mentality and basic elements of the unique Russian Civilization. During the course, a combination of the sources from history, literature, visual arts, music, religion and philosophy will be used. Course meets Multicultural graduation requirement.
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SACS 101 - South Asian Culture and Society I 3 hours
An introduction to the societies and cultures of South Asia, including India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Bangladesh, Nepal and Bhutan. This course will examine the cultural religious and historic influences that have shaped the South Asian region throughout the centuries and continue to play a key role within contemporary South Asian societies. Course meets Multicultural graduation requirement.
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SACS 102 - South Asian Culture and Society II 3 hours
An exploration of the societies and cultures of South Asia, including India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan. This course will allow the students with a theoretical knowledge of South Asia to examine the diversity and realities of a number of South Asian societies. Students will gain a more in-depth understanding of South Asian social norms, social hierarchy, religious practice, political conflict, immigration and folklore. Course meets Multicultural graduation requirement. It is strongly recommended that students take SACS 101 before taking this class.
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Forensic Science (FRSC) |
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FRSC 210 - Introduction to Forensic Science 3 hours
An introduction to forensic science, including discussion of the role of the forensic scientist in the criminal justice system, forensic evidence, basic techniques and instrumentation used to analyze forensic evidence.
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FRSC 305 - Forensic Anthropology 3 hours
Anthropological principles and knowledge applied within the legal system. Examination of the basics of bone biology, methods of skeletal analysis, signs of pathology and trauma, and postmortem interval. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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FRSC 310 - Professional Issues in Forensic Science 3 hours
Examination of professional topics and current issues relevant to the forensic scientist. Prerequisite: FRSC 210 ; Forensic Science major.
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FRSC 315 - Forensic Microscopy 3 hours
Examination of the theoretical foundations of microscopy, with an emphasis on stereomicroscopy and polarized light microscopy. Techniques are applied to the analysis of forensic evidence. Prerequisites: FRSC 210 and CHEM 112 ; and PHYS 112 and PHYS 112L , or PHYS 212 .
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FRSC 327 - Fingerprint Evidence 3 hours
Exploration of the techniques and methods of identification, capture and analysis of fingerprint evidence, including consideration of the fundamentals of fingerprint patterns, classification formulas and extensions, scarred patterns, amputations and missing fingers, filing sequence, searching and referencing, Henry Classification, techniques for taking good fingerprints, problems in fingerprinting, latent impressions, powdering and lifting latent impressions, preparation of fingerprint charts for court testimony, and practice exercises for capturing fingerprints on a ten print card and live scan fingerprint machines. Prerequisites: CJAD 101 and a declared Criminal Justice or Forensic Science major.
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FRSC 333 - Topics 1-3 hours
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FRSC 335L - Criminalistics Lab 2 hours
Criminalistics laboratory covers the basic biology, chemistry and instrumentation techniques used in the analysis of forensic evidence. Prerequisites: FRSC 210 or concurrent enrollment, CHEM 110 , CHEM 111L , BIOL 110 , BIOL 110L , Junior standing. $40 lab fee.
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FRSC 425 - Forensic Chemistry I 3 hours
An introduction to the methods and instrumentation used in the analysis of chemical evidence. Thin layer chromatography, gas chromatography and other relevant separation techniques, as well as UV-visible spectroscopy, infrared spectroscopy, and Raman spectroscopy will be discussed in depth. Cross-listed as CHEM 425 . Prerequisites: FRSC 210 , CHEM 306 , CHEM 312 , CHEM 312L . Corequisite: CHEM 425L /FRSC 425L .
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FRSC 425L - Forensic Chemistry I Laboratory 2 hours
The laboratory component of Forensic Chemistry I. A hands-on introduction to the major techniques and instruments used in the analysis of chemical forensic evidence. Cross-listed as CHEM 425L . Prerequisites: FRSC 210 , CHEM 306 , CHEM 312 , CHEM 312L . Corequisite: CHEM 425 /FRSC 425 .
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FRSC 430L - Forensic Chemistry II Laboratory 2 hours
The laboratory component of Forensic Chemistry II. A hands-on introduction to the major techniques used in the analysis of trace forensic evidence. Cross-listed as CHEM 430L . Prerequisites: FRSC 425 , FRSC 425L . Corequisite: CHEM 430 /FRSC 430 .
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FRSC 445 - Forensic Pathology 3 hours
Analysis of systems and methods of determining time, cause, and means of death in criminal investigation and trials. Prerequisites: CJAD 101 and Junior standing.
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FRSC 475 - Senior Seminar in Forensic Science 3 hours
A seminar course required as a culminating experience for all seniors majoring in Forensic Science. This capstone course integrates prior learning while exploring current research, contemporary issues and professional standards in forensic science. Completion with a grade of C or higher is required. Prerequisites: Senior standing and a declared Forensic Science major.
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Fire Service Administration (FSAD) |
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FSAD 101 - Fire Service Instructor I 2 hours
This course meets NFPA 1041 and focuses on the presentation skills needed by new instructors delivering prepared lesson plans. Students cover lesson plan preparation, presentation skills, using audiovisual equipment, identifying lesson objectives, questions, tests, and evaluation instruments. Students make three presentations during this course. Successful completion of this course requires a score of 70% or greater on the final exam and final presentations.
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FSAD 110 - Fire Officer I 2 hours
This course is designed to meet NFPA 1021, 1997 for Fire Officer I. Throughout this course students participate in various classroom activities and exercises to reinforce the presented material. Topics include: the company officer’s role, effective communications, the company officer’s role in the organization, management and managing of resources, leadership, personnel safety, fire prevention, investigation, and preplanning. Students are required to complete a class project due within 2 months after the discussion of the course. Prerequisite: MCTO series or a Strategy and Tactics course is recommended, Incident Command/Management system course is required. FireFighter II from the Missouri Division of Fire Safety is required for certification purposes only. For more information about certification, contact the Missouri Department of Fire Safety.
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FSAD 120 - Incident Management System 1 hour
This course in Incident Management follows the Model Procedures Guide For Structural Fire Fighting approved by the National Fire Service Incident Management System Consortium. The model reconciles differences in previous Incident Command Systems into a single recognized Incident Management System. This course introduces the basics of incident management, the need for an Incident Management System, and the elements of incident management necessary to direct small to moderately-sized incidents. This course expands from applying the system to single-company operations to larger incidents allowing participants better understanding of the modular aspects of the system.
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FSAD 125 - NIMS Incident Command System for the Fire Service 3 hours
This course meets the needs of emergency response personnel with the responsibilities to implement and/or function within a departmental Incident Command System (ICS). This program addresses the need for incident management systems, an overview of the structure and expandable nature of ICS, an understanding of the command skills needed by departmental officers to effectively use ICS guidelines, an overview of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and scenario practice on how to apply ICS. In addition, resource information will be provided for setting up and implementing an ICS.
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FSAD 140 - Introduction to Emergency Management for Fire Service 2 hours
This course is designed to identify basic definitions, concepts and systems utilized within the emergency management discipline. The course includes identification of hazards and risks, activities found within the four phases of emergency management. It addresses the federal, state and local roles and responsibilities in a major disaster, with an emphasis on government coordination and the solutions to complicated problems that frequently arise in disasters. This 2-day course is designed for fire fighters, local jurisdiction officials, emergency managers, volunteers and other emergency service personnel.
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FSAD 150 - Principles of Building Construction: Combustible 1 hour
This course, developed by the National Fire Academy, provides an introduction to basic construction principles and the special characteristics as they concern the fire service. The primary emphasis is on improving a firefighter’s ability to ensure firefighter safety by recognizing common causes and indicators of failure and other hazards related to wood and ordinary construction and it’s contents. Students receive a National Fire Academy certificate of training for this course.
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FSAD 155 - Principles of Building Construction: Noncombustible 1 hour
The course addresses the need for fire service personnel to understand fully building construction, methods of construction, materials used in building construction, and fire-resistance requirements in order to conduct fire scene operations safely and make sound strategic decisions. Students should be able to identify a building and correctly apply the classification system for the building in accordance with NFPA 220, Standard on Types of Building Construction, identify the important structural feature of a building and use this information in the formation of the Incident Action Plan, identify critical size-up issues such as smoke, heat, and fire travel inside a structure, and predict the path or method of travel based upon the building construction features; and to identify critical safety issues that affect firefighter safety for each classification of construction; and identify appropriate measures to enhance the safety of emergency responders.
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FSAD 210 - Fire Officer II 3 hours
This course is designed to exceed the requirements of NFRA 1021, 1997 for Fire Officer II. Fire Officer II builds upon the concepts of the MUFRT I Fire Officer I program. Fire Officer II will expand on the Situational Leadership model and its adaptation to the types of powers and change. The course looks at performance appraisals and provides the student with a state-of-the-art appraisal inventory skill sheet to monitor his/her performance appraisal skills. Additional topics in the course include: the making of laws and a look at Missouri fire statutes, budget preparation, data collection and research reports, preparing media releases, handling multi-agency incidents, fire protection systems, occupancy classifications and conducting building inspections, a process for conducting fire investigations and finally identifying unsafe work practices and taking appropriate actions to prevent reoccurrence. Students are required to complete a class project due within two months after the conclusion of the course as well as a pre-course assignment that includes developing a ten-minute public fire education presentation. Prerequisite: FSAD 110 - Fire Officer I 2 hours .
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FSAD 220 - Advanced Incident Management System: Command Staff .25 hour
This course looks at the roles of command staff functions within the Incident Management System, in particular, the roles of the safety officer, liaison officer, information officer, and incident commander. This course includes a short review of the Incident Management System. Prerequisite: IMS: Operations. For Advanced IMS Courses: Students must successfully complete all four modules. Without completion of all modules, no credit will be given.
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FSAD 220 - Advanced Incident Management System: Logistics/Finance .25 hour
This course looks at the roles of the logistics and finance section within an Incident Man-agement System. This course includes a short review of the Incident Management System. Prerequisite: IMS: Operations. For Advanced IMS Courses: Students must successfully complete all four modules. Without completion of all modules, no credit will be given.
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FSAD 220 - Advanced Incident Management System: Operations .25 hour
This course is designed to assist those individuals whose responsibility will be working within the operations section during an incident. Topics of this course include a review of the incident management system; division, groups and sectors; unit leader responsibilities; incident management forms, branches, demobilization, and staging. Prerequisite: FA Incident Command System or MUFRT I Incident Management System. For Advanced IMS Courses: Students must successfully complete all four modules. Without completion of all modules, no credit will be given.
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FSAD 220 - Advanced Incident Management System: Planning .25 hour
This course looks at the roles of the planning section within an Incident Management System. Instructional focus includes the various IMS forms which should be used during incidents and activities to reinforce the lesson plan. This course will also look at the responsibilities of planning section chiefs and the various unit leaders within the planning section. This course includes a short review of the Incident Management System. Prerequisite: IMS: Operations. For Advanced IMS Courses: Students must successfully complete all four modules. Without completion of all modules, no credit will be given.
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FSAD 225 - ICS 300 Intermediate Incident Command System for Expanding Incidents 3 hours
This course provides training on, and resources for, personnel who require advanced application of the Incident Command System (ICS). The course expands upon information covered in the ICS 100 and ICS 200 courses. Topics covered include: Unified Command; Incident assessment and incident objectives; the Planning process; Incident resource management; Demobilization; and, Transfer of command.
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GEOG 101 - Introduction to Geography 3 hours
Introduction to the distribution of people, activities, and environments around the world; geographic patterns and the interaction of humans with their surroundings are emphasized. Cross-listed as ANTH 101 . G.E. Course meets Multicultural graduation requirement.
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GEOG 220 - Introduction to Atmospheric Sciences 3 hours
An introduction to the study of weather and climate. Crosslisted as ENVS 220 . Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.
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GEOG 223 - Environmental Disasters 3 hours
Introduction to environmental hazards and disasters. Emphasis on causes of extreme natural events, their geographic distribution and human responses/adjustments. Cross-listed as ENVS 223 . Prerequisite: GEOG 101 .
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