Jun 25, 2024  
2020-2021 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses of Instruction


 

Master of Science in Cancer Care

  
  • MSCC 606 - Recent Developments in Cancer

    (1 credit)
    This course is organized in a journal club format with regular class discussion and designed to develop proficiency in critically evaluating original scientific literature, to develop oral and written communication skills, to broaden knowledge of current Cancer research in Cancer survivorship, and to provide insight into different research strategies. Spring
  
  • MSCC 620 - Internship

    (3 credits)
    Capstone course that integrates classroom study with practical experience. 300 total hours. Spring
  
  • MSCC 625 - Narrative Medicine

    (3 credits)
    Illness and disability have the potential of challenging an individual’s sense of identity and their world beliefs.  As students encounter these challenges, searching for meaning, oftentimes through narrative, a story that is embedded within a societal context.  A recent field of academic study, narrative medicine, seeks to raise the awareness of clinicians to encounter with their patients, rather than encounter their patients.  This form of narrative humility encourages clinicians to approach and engage, in addition to treating and diagnosing. In this seminar course, students will encounter the intersection of the arts and health care.  The course will explore how encounters with the arts can strengthen our interactions with other people, in all of their complexities. Spring
  
  • MSCC 660 - Thesis Proposal

    (1 credit, graded as P/F)
    Students are required to conduct research and prepare a scholarly paper under the guidance of a faculty committee. Guidelines on the purpose, framework, and process for the thesis are articulated by the program. The 660-662 sequence must be completed, however, 661 may be repeated as needed up to 6 credits total. Spring, Fall, Summer. During the program, a student completing a thesis must enroll in a minimum of 3 thesis credits. The exact number of thesis credits that are required for each degree will be determined by the faculty of the program. No thesis credit shall be given until the completed thesis has been approved by the thesis committee and accepted by the program’s faculty.
  
  • MSCC 661 - Thesis Preparation

    (1 credit, graded as P/F)
    Students are required to conduct research and prepare a scholarly paper under the guidance of a faculty committee. Guidelines on the purpose, framework, and process for the thesis are articulated by the program. The 660-662 sequence must be completed, however, 661 may be repeated as needed up to 6 credits total. Spring, Fall, Summer. During the program, a student completing a thesis must enroll in a minimum of 3 thesis credits. The exact number of thesis credits that are required for each degree will be determined by the faculty of the program. No thesis credit shall be given until the completed thesis has been approved by the thesis committee and accepted by the program’s faculty.
  
  • MSCC 662 - Thesis Defense

    (1 credit)
    Students are required to conduct research and prepare a scholarly paper under the guidance of a faculty committee. Guidelines on the purpose, framework, and process for the thesis are articulated by the program. The 660-662 sequence must be completed, however, 661 may be repeated as needed up to 6 credits total. Spring, Fall, Summer. During the program, a student completing a thesis must enroll in a minimum of 3 thesis credits. The exact number of thesis credits that are required for each degree will be determined by the faculty of the program. No thesis credit shall be given until the completed thesis has been approved by the thesis committee and accepted by the program’s faculty.

Master of Science in Nursing

  
  • FNP 601 - Advanced Pathophysiology

    (3 credits)
    In this course, advanced practice nursing students are presented with current developments in cellular pathophysiology, genetics, and common genetic diseases, epigenetics and disease, and variations in etiology, epidemiology, pathophysiology and clinical manifestation of disease across gender and the lifespan. The course will include central concepts of pathophysiology of cells and tissues, alterations in immunity and inflammation, infection, stress and disease, and underlying processes of disease. Concepts will include variations across gender, the lifespan, and vulnerable populations. Best available evidence regarding pathological changes in selected disease states and physiologic responses to illness and treatment modalities as well as physiological responses to the integration of disease prevention and health promotion interventions will be discussed. Spring.
  
  • FNP 602 - Pharmacology for the Family (Individual Across the Lifespan) Nurse Practitioner Prescriber

    (3 credits)
    This three credit theory course provides essential concepts for the prescribing of medications across the lifespan. The role of the advance practice nurse in safe prescribing, monitoring and evaluating patient responses to treatment in primary care is identified and discussed. Topics include foundations for prescriptive practice, prescriptive authority, role implementation, and standards for prescribing for the advanced practice nurse as a primary care provider. General pharmacokinetic, pharmacodynamic, and pharmacotherapeutic principles across the lifespan and with special populations are presented. Prescribing and monitoring of drug regiments in the treatment of disease are covered well as potential drug interactions and consequences of over prescribing. Strategies in pain management within the context of addiction as well as safe practices of prescribing and dispensing of opioids are addressed. In addition to traditional prescriptive practices, over the counter, complementary and alternative therapies will be included throughout the course. Prerequisite(s): FNP 601 Summer.
  
  • FNP 603 - Advanced Physical Assessment and Differential Diagnosis

    (4 credits)
    This is the last in the sequence of the “3 P” courses (Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, and Physical Assessment) prior to beginning the clinical management courses in the Family (Individual across the Lifespan) Nurse Practitioner Track of the MSN Program. In this course, students develop and refine skills in diagnostic reasoning as well as performing, evaluating, presenting, and recording a history and physical examination.  Students learn to differentiate among normal, variations of normal, and abnormal findings in the clinical evaluation of patients across the lifespan with common health problems encountered in primary health care settings. This course includes 3 credits of theory and 1 clinical credit (1 clinical credit equals 5 clock hours times 15 weeks in the semester for a total of 75 clinical clock hours in this course). The 75 clinical hours in this course includes a required 3-day campus laboratory residency (24 clock hours) as well as required hours with a preceptor (51 clock hours). Prerequisite(s): All MSN core courses. FNP 601 FNP 602 . Corequisite(s): FNP 604 . Fall.
  
  • FNP 604 - Family Nurse Practitioner Role I

    (1 credit)
    This is the first of two role courses. The focus of this first role course is an overview of the role of the family (individual across the lifespan) nurse practitioner in primary care. Collaborative practice, the provider-patient relationship, legal issues, ethical analysis and decision making in primary care, collaboration with other care providers, issues related to diversity and competencies such as clinical judgement, advocacy, and systems thinking are emphasized. Professional organizations and activities that influence advanced practice nursing and health outcomes of individuals and families across the life span will be discussed. Prerequisite(s): All MSN core courses. FNP 601 FNP 602 . Corequisite(s): FNP 603 . Fall.
  
  • FNP 605 - Reproductive Health and Illness in Men and Women

    (5 credits: 3 credits theory; 2 credits clinical)
    This clinical management course focuses on providing comprehensive primary health care with a focus on reproductive health and illness in men and women. Topics include the assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of commonly encountered reproductive health and illness conditions in the primary care setting. This course will include concepts of cultural competency and community health as well as selected nursing theories, family systems theory, behavior change theory, adult learning theory, and selected aspects of counseling and therapeutic communication. The clinical portion of this course includes 150 clock hours with a preceptor. The clinical focus of this course is on the assessment of health and disease states, health promotion, and disease prevention strategies, nursing and medical management of commonly encountered reproductive health and illness issues in men and women. Content will include a focus on health and wellness of women and men, reproductive concerns, occupational health issues, acute episodic disease states, patients with special needs, ethical and health care policy issues commonly encountered in the primary care setting. Prerequisite(s): All MSN core courses. FNP 601 FNP 602 FNP 603 FNP 604 . Spring.
  
  • FNP 606 - Health and Illness in Infants, Children and Adolescents

    (5 credits-3 credits theory; 2 credits clinical)
    This clinical management course focuses on providing comprehensive primary health care with a focus on health and illness in infants, children, and adolescents. Topics include the assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of commonly encountered well child and illness conditions in the primary care setting. This course will include concepts of cultural competency and community health as well as selected nursing theories, family systems theory, behavior change theory, learning theory, and selected aspects of counseling and therapeutic communication. The clinical portion of this course includes 150 clock hours with a preceptor with a focus on the assessment of health and disease states, health promotion, and disease prevention strategies, nursing and medical management of commonly encountered health and illness issues in infants, children, and adolescents. Content will include a focus on health and wellness of pediatric patients with developmental concerns, commonly occurring health issues, acute episodic disease states, special needs, as well as ethical and health care policy issues commonly encountered caring for pediatric patients in primary care setting. Prerequisite(s): All MSN core courses. FNP 601 FNP 602 FNP 603 FNP 604 FNP 605 . Summer.
  
  • FNP 607 - Health and Illness in Adults and Aging

    (5 credits: 3 credits theory; 2 credits clinical)
    This clinical management course focuses on providing comprehensive primary health care with a focus on health and Illness in the adult and in the older adult. Topics include the assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of commonly encountered acute and chronic health and illness conditions of the adult and older adults in the primary care setting. This course will include concepts of cultural competency and community health as well as selected nursing theories, family systems theory, behavior change theory, adult learning theory, and selected aspects of counseling and therapeutic communication. The clinical portion of this course includes a 3 day (24 clock hours) on campus skills laboratory and 126 clinical clock hours with a preceptor. This course will focus on the assessment of health and disease states, health promotion, and disease prevention strategies, nursing and medical management of commonly encountered health and illness issues in the adult and associated with aging. Content will include a focus on health and wellness, acute and chronic disease states, patients with special needs, ethical and health care policy issues commonly encountered in the primary care setting among aging adults. Prerequisite(s): All MSN core courses. FNP 601 FNP 602 FNP 603 FNP 604 FNP 605 FNP 606 . Fall.
  
  • FNP 608 - Health and Illness in the Family and the Individual Across the Lifespan

    (5 credits: 3 credits theory; 2 credits clinical)
    This clinical course builds on the prior clinical management courses. The student continues to be mentored in the ongoing development of the Family Nurse Practitioner role, knowledge, skills, clinical judgement and management of complex patient problems across the lifespan under the guidance of course faculty and a preceptor in a primary care setting caring for individuals and families across the lifespan. Students are required to participate in weekly “grand rounds” online discussion of de-identified patients/families they have encountered. This course requires 225 clock hours with a preceptor in a primary care setting and includes a mandatory three-day, online or face-to-face, off campus family (individual across the lifespan) nurse practitioner review course. Students are required to complete this review course as part of the preparation to take the national Family Nurse Practitioner certification examination (either the AACN or AANPC) required for national certification and state licensure. Students will take a pre-test prior to completing the mandatory review course to identify areas of study on which to concentrate and a post-“predictor” examination after the completion of the review course. Prerequisite(s): All MSN core courses. FNP 601 FNP 602 FNP 603 FNP 604 FNP 605 FNP 606 FNP 607 . Corequisite(s): FNP 609 . Spring.
  
  • FNP 609 - Family Nurse Practitioner Role II

    (2 credits)
    This course includes issues unique to the advanced practice nurse, family nurse practitioner role. Topics that are discussed include transitioning into the role of primary care provider, independent and collaborate roles within the concept of full practice authority, models of health care delivery within a changing and evolving health care environment, business concepts, and the Consensus Model. The course includes strategies and opportunities for preparation for the national certification examination and information on the application process for state licensure and prescribing privileges. Prerequisite(s): All MSN core courses. FNP 601 FNP 602 FNP 603 FNP 604 FNP 605 FNP 606 FNP 607 Corequisite(s): FNP 608 . Spring.
  
  • MLE 509 - Advanced Core Concepts in Health and Illness for Leadership Education

    (3 credits)
    This is a required course for students in the MSN program in Leadership/Education. In this course, students advance their knowledge of core concepts in health assessment, pathophysiology, and pharmacology that have broad significance for both health care and nursing education. They synthesize this knowledge for deeper understanding of prevalent health problems in the nation and the world as well as social and environmental factors that affect health and health care outcomes. This course may be taken as an elective by students in other health care related graduate programs. Prerequisite: Matriculation in the MSN program. Spring.
  
  • MLE 619 - Leadership in Measurement and Outcomes Evaluation

    (3 credits)
    This is a required course in the MSN program in Leadership/Education. This course focuses on approaches to inquiry into the effectiveness of programs in health care and/or nursing education using evidence-based guidelines, benchmarks, and regulatory and professional standards. Students explore benchmarks applicable in practice and educational settings and nationally accepted quality measures. They are guided in evaluation of the validity and reliability of existing measures as well as exploration of alternative approaches to program evaluation through qualitative, mixed methods, and participative approaches. Prerequisite(s): MSN 501 , MSN 502  Spring.
  
  • MLE 620 - Economics and Fiscal Management for Nurse Leaders

    (2 credits)
    This is a required course in the MSN program in Leadership/Education. Students study the economic context of their advanced practice roles, exploring macro health care finance and policy issues, and then turning to fundamental principles of fiscal management in practice and/or educational settings. Prerequisite: Matriculation in the MSN program. Spring.
  
  • MLE 624 - Leadership for Excellence in Professional Development: Adult Development and Learning

    (1 credit)
    This is a required course in the proposed MSN program in Leadership/Education. In this course, students are guided in a review of the evidence on adult development and adult learning, particularly as it plays out in the evolution of professional nursing identity and ongoing professional development.  Prerequisite(s): MSN 500 
  
  • MLE 626 - Leadership for Excellence in Professional Development: Learning Theory and Practice

    (2 credits)
    This is a required course in the proposed MSN program in Leadership/Education. In this course, student apply knowledge of adult development theory and learning theory to ongoing professional development, as it applies to interdisciplinary collaboration in health service and nursing education. Practical implications of this dynamic relationship are sought in the critical evaluation of inter-professional dynamics and the design of professional development programs. Prerequisite(s): MSN 500 . Pre/Corequisite(s): MSN 510 Fall.
  
  • MLE 630 - Leading Quality Initiatives in Service and Education

    (4 credits: 2 credits theory; 1 credit clinical)
    This is a required course in the MSN program in Leadership/Education. Students work collaboratively in this seminar style forum to identify potential quality improvement projects in selected service or educational settings. They conduct needs assessments, develop the evidence base for practice change, identify potential outcomes measures, and evaluate the effect of planned change on outcomes. They are also mentored in identifying any ethical issues associated with quality improvement initiatives. Prerequisite(s): MSN 500 MSN 501 MSN 502 MSN 510 MLE 509 MLE 619 Pre/Corequisite(s): MLE 626  Fall.
  
  • MLE 640 - Leadership Practicum

    (3 credits: 1 credit theory; 1 credit practicum)
    This is a role integration practicum in the MSN program in Leadership/Education. Students work with clinical mentors and the course faculty to develop learning objectives and design a mentored leadership experience in either health care or nursing educational settings. This experience contributes to the experience required of those who seek certification as Certified Nurse Managers and Leaders (CNML). Prerequisite(s): MSN 500 MSN 501 MSN 502 MSN 510 MLE 509 MLE 619 MLE 620 MLE 626 MLE 630 Pre/Corequisite(s): MSN 515 MLE 620  Spring.
  
  • MSN 500 - Advanced Nursing Practice: Emergence, Theory, and Leadership

    (3 credits)
    This is one of the first core courses in the MSN curriculum and one of five core courses for the MSN program. This course engages students in an exploration of the social, political, economic, environmental and historical issues related to advanced nursing practice. This course also introduces the theoretical foundations of advanced nursing practice and the competencies required in the advanced practice role. Summer, As Needed.
  
  • MSN 501 - Nursing Research for Evidence Based Practice

    (3 credits)
    This core course allows for the examination of the quantitative and qualitative methods of primary research utilized to answer questions in nursing and facilitate the adoption of evidence-based practice. Concepts integral to this process and necessary to meet contemporary care standards include quality and safety. The course focuses on problem identification, principals of research design; and accessing, analyzing, disseminating and applying research for evidence-based practice. Prerequisite(s): MSN 500 Fall.
  
  • MSN 502 - Population Focused Leadership for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention

    (3 credits)
    This is one of five core courses in the MSN program. Students develop understanding of core concepts and skills for health promotion and disease prevention with populations or in the community, including epidemiological concepts, research design synthesis and evidence assessment for evidence-based practice, and program development and assessment of population health outcomes. Fall.
  
  • MSN 510 - Inter-professional Communication and Collaboration

    (3 credits)
    This is a required core course in the MSN program. In this course, students explore approaches to influence and improve organizational factors and inter professional dynamics that affect health care professionals’ ability to communicate effectively with other members of the health care team. Key concepts include personal style, motivation, interpersonal and group dynamics, organizational culture and behavior, and team strategies to enhance performance and create a culture of safety and justice. Prerequisite(s): MSN 500 Summer.
  
  • MSN 515 - Application of Ethics in Advanced Nursing Practice and Health Policy

    (3 credits)
    This is one of five core courses in the MSN program. This course will examine the impact of politics on the development of current health care policies and the delivery of health care, as well as the role of the nurse leader as an advocate in health policy and ethics. This course includes an overview of healthcare policymaking in the United States, current ethical healthcare issues, and the effect of health policy on care with diverse populations. In this course, students will have the opportunity to explore patient rights in bioethical decision making and demonstrate the application of an evidence-informed policy model when acting as patient advocates. Students will learn how to employ the PICO (TS) format when analyzing existing health policies and creating new health policies. Spring and Summer.
  
  • MSN 687 - Independent Study

    (1-3 credits)
    The course is a graduate-level independent study course. The course description, objectives, number of credits, type course (theory/clinical/theory and clinical), mode of delivery, and evaluation criteria will be determined by the student and faculty.  Prerequisite(s): This course is taken as part of a remediation plan as determined by student progression criteria. As Needed.

Mathematics

  
  • MATH 100 - Preparatory Mathematics

    (3 credits)
    A course designed to prepare students deficient in mathematics for successful performance in the mathematics courses required for degree programs. This course does not fulfill graduation requirements of a mathematics course and may not be taken after successful completion of any other mathematics course at Saint Francis University. Fall and as needed.
  
  • MATH 101 - General Mathematics

    (3 credits)
    Designed for students in a variety of majors. This course seeks to develop analytic and quantitative reasoning skills and the ability to solve quantitative problems. Topics to be covered include construction and interpretation of graphs, functional relationships, descriptive statistics, geometry and spatial visualization, mathematics of finance, exponential growth, and basic probability. Appropriate use of units and dimensions, estimates, mathematical notation and available technology will be emphasized throughout the course.  Fall, Spring.
  
  • MATH 102 - Special Topics in Math: Making a Difference Math Academy

    (1-3 credits)
    Students in small groups will work on projects in which they apply mathematical concepts in physical science, engineering science, finance, statistics, economic, medical, social and biological sciences. At the end of the semester, they write reports and give oral presentations.
  
  • MATH 104 - Foundations of Mathematics

    (3 credits)
    An introduction to proof and standard mathematical structures to prepare students for studying abstract mathematics. Topics include logic, set theory, relations, functions, and induction. Spring.
  
  • MATH 105 - Modern Elementary Mathematics I

    (3 credits)
    For elementary education majors. Elementary theory of sets and logic, properties of operations in the set of whole numbers; algorithms for performing the operation. Fall, Summer.
  
  • MATH 106 - Modern Elementary Mathematics II

    (3 credits)
    Properties of operations in the sets of integers, rational numbers, and real numbers; elementary concepts of geometry. Prerequisite: MATH 105 . Spring, Summer.
  
  • MATH 107 - College Algebra

    (3 credits)
    This college level algebra course covers operations involving polynomials and radical expressions, methods of solving quadratic equations, evaluating and graphing functions, and solving systems of equations and inequalities.  Fall.
  
  • MATH 110 - Pre-Calculus Mathematics

    (3 credits)
    Essential mathematical background needed in calculus. It includes topics such as: functions, graphs, analytic geometry, polynomials, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometry, triangles, complex numbers and systems of equations. Spring.
  
  • MATH 111 - Finite Mathematics

    (3 credits)
    A unified treatment of basic concepts of set theory, logic, probability, statistics, matrix algebra, and linear programming. Fall, Spring, Summer.
  
  • MATH 112 - Calculus

    (3 credits)
    An intuitive approach to the fundamental notions of the derivative and integral of algebraic, exponential, and logarithmic functions; applications of basic techniques. Prerequisite: MATH 110  or satisfactory performance on calculus placement exam. Spring.
  
  • MATH 121 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry I

    (3 credits)
    Introduction to differentiation and integration of functions of one variable. Analytic geometry and applications to related disciplines. Prerequisite: MATH 110  or satisfactory performance on calculus placement exam. Fall.
  
  • MATH 122 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry II

    (3 credits)
    Introduction to integration of functions of one variable. Analytic geometry and applications to related disciplines. Prerequisite: MATH 121 . Spring.
  
  • MATH 130 - Discrete Mathematics

    (3 credits)
    The study of finite systems in mathematics with an emphasis on applications in computer science. Topics include: set theory, relations, functions, matrices, graph theory, combinatorial analysis, algebraic systems, partially ordered sets/lattices, propositional calculus, and Boolean algebras. Spring.
  
  • MATH 140 - Foundations of Mathematics

    (3 credits)
    An introduction to proof and standard mathematical structures to prepare students for studying abstract
    mathematics. Topics include logic, set theory, relations, functions, and induction. Spring
  
  • MATH 192 - Freshman Mathematics Seminar

    (0 credits)
    Sessions will cover a variety of student centered topics from student life, undergraduate research opportunities and presentations, graduate professional school entrance exams, career planning and preparation. Fall.
  
  • MATH 203 - Geometry

    (3 credits)
    Measurement, Euclid’s geometry, congruence, area, volumes, similarity, rigid motions and symmetry, geometric patterns in nature and art, introduction into other geometries. For elementary and middle school education majors. Prerequisite:   and  
  
  • MATH 212 - Approximation Methods I

    CPSC 212 (3 credits)
    Approximation Methods is a branch of mathematics that uses algorithms to obtain approximations of solutions of problems that one encounters in various scientific disciplines, when reaching an exact solution is either impossible or impractical. Examples of such problems are solving non-linear equations, polynomial interpolation, least squares approximation, numerical differentiation and integration, solving systems of linear equations. This course will require programming.  Co-requisite(s): MATH 122   As needed.
  
  • MATH 215 - Introductory Statistics

    (3 credits)
    Calculus-based treatment of descriptive statistics. Probability Theory: Random variables, discrete and continuous Probability Distributions. The central limit theorems and its application to the normal approximation of discrete distributions. Point estimation, Interval estimation, Hypothesis testing. Regression Analysis, and Analysis of variance (ANOVA). Use of statistical software such as Minitab, Matlab or R.  Prerequisites: MATH 112  or MATH 121 . Fall, Spring.
  
  • MATH 221 - Calculus III

    (3 credits)
    Differentiation and integration of multivariable functions. Selected topics in vector calculus. Solid analytic geometry and applications to related disciplines. Prerequisite: MATH 122 . Fall.
  
  • MATH 222 - Calculus IV

    (3 credits)
    Continuation of topics in vector calculus. Introduction to sequences and series. Prerequisite: MATH 221 . Spring.
  
  • MATH 292 - Sophomore Mathematics Seminar

    (0 credits)
    Sessions will cover a variety of student centered topics from student life, undergraduate research opportunities and presentations, graduate/professional school entrance exams, career planning and preparation. Fall.
  
  • MATH 301 - Logic and Set Theory

    (3 credits)
    Fundamental principles of inference; introduction to the theory of sets; transfinite arithmetic. As needed.
  
  • MATH 302 - Number Theory

    (3 credits)
    Congruences, number-theoretic functions, Diophantine equations, divisibility properties of integers. Selected topics. As needed.
  
  • MATH 303 - Foundations of Geometry

    (3 credits)
    Axiomatic development of projective, affine and Euclidean geometry. Fall, odd-numbered years.
  
  • MATH 304 - Probability

    (3 credits)
    Fundamental Concepts of probability; particular Probability distribution and Application, Multivariate distributions.  Prerequisite: MATH 122 . Fall.
  
  • MATH 305 - Mathematical Statistics

    (3 credits)
    Sampling theory, estimation theory; hypothesis testing, correlation and regression, design experiment, analysis of variance, Bayesian estimation and inference, nonparametric tests.  Prerequisite: MATH 304 . Spring.
  
  • MATH 306 - Ordinary Differential Equations I

    (3 credits)
    Theory of first and higher order elementary differential equations, including Laplace transforms and power series. Practical applications. Prerequisite: MATH 122 . Spring.
  
  • MATH 307 - Ordinary Differential Equations II

    (3 credits)
    Further topics in ordinary differential equations. Prerequisite: MATH 306  . As needed.
  
  • MATH 308 - Vector Analysis/Partial Differential Equations

    (3 credits)
    The algebra and geometry of vectors with applications to mechanics and dynamics; linear vector spaces and matrices; vector field theory; the vibrating string; solutions of PDE by series and integrals. Prerequisite: MATH 222 . As needed.
  
  • MATH 309 - Mathematical Modeling

    (3 credits)
    Mathematical modeling and analysis of phenomena that arise in statistics, engineering, physical sciences, biology, economics, or social sciences. Topics include dimensional analysis, optimization, models involving differential equations, probability and stochastic models.   Prerequisite(s): MATH 122  As needed.
  
  • MATH 312 - Approximation Methods II

    (3 credits)
    Further topics in Approximation Methods, including system of non-linear equations, eigenvalues, theory and applications of numerical methods to initial and boundary-value problems for ordinary and partial differential equations. Prerequisite(s): MATH 212  or CPSC 212 . As needed.
  
  • MATH 315 - Financial Mathematics I

    (3 credits)
    This course, the first of a two-course sequence, provides students with a mathematical treatment of investment and credit. It covers the second part of material required for the FM/2 actuarial exam. Prerequisite(s): MATH 122  FIN 202   Fall of odd years
  
  • MATH 316 - Financial Mathematics II

    (3 credits)
    This course, the second of a two-course sequence, provides students with a mathematical treatment of investment and credit. It covers the second part of material require for the FM/2 actuarial exam. Prerequisite(s): MATH 315   Spring of even years
  
  • MATH 322 - Linear Algebra

    (3 credits)
    Basic theory of finite dimensional vector spaces, linear transformations over them, and associated matrix algebra. Fall.
  
  • MATH 392 - Junior Mathematics Seminar

    (0 credits)
    Sessions will cover a variety of student centered topics from student life, undergraduate research opportunities and presentations, graduate/professional school entrance exams, career planning and preparation. Fall.
  
  • MATH 398 - Mathematics Internship

    (3-15 credits)
    The integration of classroom theory with practical work experience under which students have specific periods of attendance at college and specific periods of employment, either full- or part-time, with or without pay. Credit may vary from three to 15 credits, but no more than four credits may be counted toward major requirements, with additional credits counted as free electives. Open only to Mathematics majors with approval of the department chair and the Provost. Fall, Spring, Summer.
  
  • MATH 399 - Mathematics Internship

    (3-15 credits)
    The integration of classroom theory with practical work experience under which students have specific periods of attendance at college and specific periods of employment, either full- or part-time, with or without pay. Credit may vary from three to 15 credits, but no more than four credits may be counted toward major requirements, with additional credits counted as free electives. Open only to Mathematics majors with approval of the department chair and the Provost. Fall, Spring, Summer.
  
  • MATH 401 - Real Analysis I

    (3 credits)
    The Peano axioms and the construction of the Real Number System; topology of the Real Number System; limits and continuity; derivatives; the Riemann Integral. Prerequisite: MATH 122 . Fall, even-numbered years.
  
  • MATH 402 - Real Analysis II

    (3 credits)
    Further properties of the Riemann Integral; infinite series; sequences and series of functions; power series; the Stieltjes Integral; Fourier Series; introduction to Lebesgue Measure and the Lebesgue Integral. Prerequisite: MATH 401 . As needed.
  
  • MATH 406 - Topology

    (3 credits)
    An introduction to point-set topology. Properties o metric and general topological spaces. Applications to the space of real numbers. Prerequisite MATH 401 . As needed.
  
  • MATH 407 - Abstract Algebra I

    (3 credits)
    Fundamentals of algebraic systems, including elementary theory of groups, rings, and fields. Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing. Fall, odd-numbered years.
  
  • MATH 408 - Abstract Algebra II

    (3 credits)
    Algebraic structures including lattices, algebraic number fields and related topics. Prerequisite MATH 407 . As needed.
  
  • MATH 412 - Projects in Scientific Computing

    (1 credit)
    Students obtain hands on experience by applying numerical methods to projects in different disciplines, including engineering, computer science, statistics, biology, chemistry, finance, and social sciences. MATH 312  As needed.
  
  • MATH 491 - Seminar: Special Problems

    (1-3 credits)
    Open to qualified students with special areas of interest. As needed.
  
  • MATH 492 - Mathematics Seminar

    (same as Physics 492) (1 credit)
    Selection of an acceptable mathematics topic research, and presentation of the research findings in written and oral form. Prerequisite: MATH 222 . Fall.
  
  • MATH 499 - Undergraduate Research

    (1-4 credits)
    Original research in selected problems in applied or pure mathematics. A report is required. Open to qualified students with the consent of the chair of the department. Recommended for those who are planning graduate study. As needed.
  
  • MATH 501 - Independent Study in Mathematics

    (1-8 credits)

Military Science

  
  • MLSC xxx - Leadership Laboratory

    (0 credits)
    A practical experience designed for the attainment and application of leadership principles. Concurrently scheduled in conjunction with all Military Science courses, provides for practical challenges in personal accomplishment, both physical and mental, and for development of team work and leadership. (one afternoon per week) Fall, Spring.
  
  • MLSC xxx - Summer Camp

    (0 credits)
    Attend a six-week summer camp upon completion of the first year of the Advanced Course. Time at camp is devoted to practical application of principles and theories taught during the preceding school year. While at camp, each student receives lodging, subsistence, uniforms, medical care, reimbursement for travel, and pay in amount of one-half pay of second lieutenant per month.
  
  • MLSC 101 - Introduction to the Army and Critical Thinking

    (2 credits)
    A study of the organization of the United States Army and the role of the military in today’s society. Emphasizes the customs and traditions of the service, the Total Army concept, and the fundamentals of leadership. Includes instruction in basic military skills, land navigation, critical thinking skills, and personal nutrition and fitness. Also, see Leadership Laboratory. Fall.
  
  • MLSC 102 - Introduction to the Profession of Arms

    (2 credits)
    The study of the military values, ethos, and professional communication for both military and non-military applications. Includes additional basic organizational concepts for Army organizations. Prerequisite: MLSC 101 . Spring.
  
  • MLSC 203 - Leadership and Decision Making

    (2 credits)
    Organization, techniques, resources, and capabilities involved in conducting small-unit tactical operations. Emphasizes leadership, organization, and management techniques needed to cause a group of people to accomplish specific objectives. Characteristics of military weapons systems are taught. Students serve as leaders in Leadership Labs. Prerequisite: MLSC 102 . Fall.
  
  • MLSC 204 - Army Doctrine and Team Development

    (2 credits)
    A study of formal Army doctrine, effective military briefing and correspondence, team forming and development, and ethical decision making. Includes cultural awareness, threat awareness and reporting, and the law of land warfare. Prerequisite: MLSC 203 . Spring.
  
  • MLSC 305 - Training Management and the Warfighting Functions

    (3 credits)
    A study in practical application of principles of leadership/management as applied in classroom and field to include development of effective military mission planning, an overview all of officer branches within the Army, and the integration of all warfighting functions as they apply to small units. Prerequisite: MLSC 204 . Fall.
  
  • MLSC 306 - Applied Leadership in Small Unit Operations

    (3 credits)
    An analysis of leader’s role in directing and coordinating efforts of individuals and small units in execution of offensive and defensive tactical missions, to include command and control systems, the military team, and communications techniques. Also, see Leadership Laboratory. Prerequisite: MLSC 305 . Spring.
  
  • MLSC 407 - The Army Officer

    (3 credits)
    The study of the various managerial elements needed to effectively control a military organization and the techniques used to accomplish these functions. Studies in military law and international law prepare the students for their legal responsibilities. Also, see Leadership Laboratory. Prerequisite: MLSC 306 . Fall.
  
  • MLSC 408 - Company Grade Leadership

    (3 credits)
    Contemporary analysis of use of military in world affairs to include importance of strategic mobility and neutralization of insurgent movements. Selected management problems and situations are presented as they relate to military justice, administration, and obligation and responsibilities of an officer. Also, see Leadership Laboratory. Prerequisite: MLSC 407 . Spring.

Music

  
  • MUS 101 - Introduction to Music

    (3 credits)
    In this course students examine a wide range of musical genres from historical and social perspectives.  Concepts discussed in this course include musical forms, the history of Western music from Gregorian Chant to Pop Music, music of non-Western cultures, and performance media. Fall.
  
  • MUS 103 - Explorations in Contemporary Music

    (3 credits)
    In this course students examine American Popular Music starting with early blues and progressing through each decade of the 20th and 21st  Centuries.  Students will explore American Pop Music from historical and social perspectives.  Spring
  
  • MUS 104 - Fundamentals of Music

    (3 credits)
    In this course students examine basic components of musical form and structure including notation, rhythm, phrasing, major, minor, key signatures, scales, simple and compound meters, intervals, and basic voice leading. Fall
  
  • MUS 105 - Music for Recreative Purposes

    (3 credits)
    In his course students examine the application and benefits of active musical participation in classroom settings, health care facilities, nursing homes, group homes, and other residential facilities.  Students will participate in music games, creative listening projects, song leading, and other musical activities. Fall, Spring.
  
  • MUS 106 - Creative Movement and World Dance

    (3 credits)
    In this course students examine the cognitive, emotional, and kinesthetic benefits of self-expression through creative movement and choreography. Fall, Spring.
  
  • MUS 111 - Chorus

    (0 credit)
    In this course students actively participate in vocal music making. Students will sing a wide range of musical styles and perform at events on and off campus. Fall, Spring, Repeatable
  
  • MUS 112 - Chorus

    (1 credit)
    In this course students actively participate in vocal music making. Students will sing a wide range of musical styles and perform at events on and off campus. Fall, Spring, Repeatable
  
  • MUS 121 - Band

    (0 credit)
    Students enrolling in this course in the Fall will actively participate as members of the University Marching Band. Students enrolling in this course in the Spring will actively participate as members of the University Pep Band.  Students in both ensembles will perform a wide range of musical styles and participate at events on and off campus. Fall, Spring, Repeatable
  
  • MUS 122 - Band

    (1 credit)
    Students enrolling in this course in the Fall will actively participate as members of the University Marching Band.  Students enrolling in this course in the Spring will actively participate as members of the University Pep Band. Students in both ensembles will perform a wide range of musical styles and participate at events on and off campus. Fall, Spring, Repeatable
  
  • MUS 131 - Applied Voice

    (1 credit)
    Students enrolling in this course will receive 30-minute private vocal lessons once per week. Students may be asked to perform a wide range of musical styles and participate in recitals. Prerequisite(s): Instructor Approval Fall, Spring, Repeatable
  
  • MUS 132 - Applied Voice

    (2 credits)
    Students enrolling in this course will receive a one-hour private vocal lessons once per week. Students may be asked to perform a wide range of musical styles and participate in recitals. Prerequisite(s): Instructor Approval Fall, Spring, Repeatable
  
  • MUS 141 - Applied Hand Drumming

    (1-2 credits)
    Fall, Spring, Repeatable
  
  • MUS 144 - World Drumming Ensemble

    (0 credits)
    This course will provide an interactive, hands-on environment to learn basic hand drumming and develop a foundation in group-music making. In addition to hand drumming technique, the student will also learn culturally specific drumming repertoire from West African, Central African, Brazilian, Native American and Caribbean cultures. The ensemble will also perform publicly multiple times each semester. Together the class will discuss and experience how sound can be an effective means increasing wellness. Lastly, this course will also provide a framework of how to create your own music with a strong focus on team development. Fall, Spring.
  
  • MUS 145 - World Drumming Ensemble

    (1 credit)
    This course will provide an interactive, hands-on environment to learn basic hand drumming and develop a foundation in group-music making. In addition to hand drumming technique, the student will also learn culturally specific drumming repertoire from West African, Central African, Brazilian, Native American and Caribbean cultures. The ensemble will also perform publicly multiple times each semester. Together the class will discuss and experience how sound can be an effective means increasing wellness. Lastly, this course will also provide a framework of how to create your own music with a strong focus on team development. Fall, Spring.
  
  • MUS 151 - Applied Piano

    (1 credit)
    Students enrolling in this course will receive 30-minute private piano lessons once per week. Students may be asked to perform a wide range of musical styles and participate in recitals. Prerequisite(s): Instructor Approval Fall, Spring, Repeatable
 

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