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COMM 306 - New Media Issues (3 credits)
Exploring the latest trends and issues in journalism and the media in general. Fall.
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COMM 308 - Desktop Publishing (3 credits)
The course will train students to attain proficiency in the art of publication layout and design on the computer. Course takes a hands-on approach using the latest design and editing software. Course utilizes the facilities of the student media lab.
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COMM 310 - Advertising (3 credits)
A survey of the nature of advertising and its relationship to the mass media, the individual and the consumer, and marketing concepts.
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COMM 311 - Video Production II (3 credits)
Advanced video production skills. Utilizes multimedia production lab and digital editing software. Prerequisite(s): COMM 301 . Spring.
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COMM 320 - Web Design and Development (3 credits)
The design and development of functional, successful web sites. Fall, as needed.
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COMM 330 - Social Media Strategies (3 credits)
Developing hands-on experience and skill in the strategic use of digital and social media platforms within the communications industry. A convergent course requiring students to utilize various social media techniques to interact with audiences in the journalism and public relations fields. Prerequisite(s): or . Spring.
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COMM 389 - Practicum (1 credit)
Practical experience with an on-campus media source: Troubadour, Podcast, Social Media or other outlet. Fall, Spring.
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COMM 398 - Internship: Project (1-3 credits)
The internship program is designed to allow students to augment classroom experience. Students are assigned to a radio or TV station, newspaper, advertising or public relations firm or other communications-related outlet in conjunction with the student’s specific career goals. Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing and permission of department chair. Fall, Spring, Summer.
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COMM 399 - Internship: Supervised Experience (2-9 credits)
The internship program is designed to allow students to augment classroom experience. Students are assigned to a radio or TV station, newspaper, advertising or public relations firm or other communications-related outlet in conjunction with the student’s specific career goals. Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing and permission of department chair. Fall, Spring, Summer.
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COMM 402 - Communications Theory and Research (3 credits)
Developing an understanding of different approaches to mass communications research. A theoretical and practical course requiring students to demonstrate not only an understanding of quantitative and qualitative methodological approaches, but also the ability to employ different research approaches. Prerequisite(s): Minimum junior level status. Fall, as needed.
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COMM 435 - Multi-Platform Storytelling (3 credits)
Developing communications messages across media platforms. A convergent course requiring students to showcase their writing and production skills in multiple media environments. The capstone course for all Department of Communications majors. Prerequisite(s): , , and . Minimum junior level status. Fall.
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COMM 450 - Special Topics in Communications (3 credits)
In-depth inquiry into a current subject of interest in the communications field. As needed.
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COMM 451 - Special Topics in Communications (3 credits)
In-depth inquiry into a current subject of interest in the communications field. As needed.
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COMM 452 - Special Topics in Communications (3 credits)
In-depth inquiry into a current subject of interest in the communications field. As needed.
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COMM 501 - Independent Study in Communication Arts (1-8 credits)
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CPSC 101 - Introduction to Computer Systems (3 credits)
Introduction to the basic concepts and techniques of how computers are used to help solve problems with emphasis on quantitative reasoning applications in science, business and other areas of life; discussion of components of a complete computer system, including equipment, programs, data, procedures, and personnel; applications packages, online and web resources. No prior exposure to computers is assumed. Fall, Spring, Summer.
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CPSC 102 - Management Information Systems (same as MIS 102) (3 credits)
Systems theory, quality, decision-making and the organizational role of information systems are introduced. Information technology including computing and telecommunications systems are stressed. Concepts of organization and information systems growth and re-engineering are introduced. This course emphasizes management considerations, as well as structured system techniques and technological factors. Prerequisite: CPSC 101 . Fall.
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CPSC 110 - Computer Programming with Business Applications (same as MIS 110) (3 credits)
Introduction to the basic principles of computer programming and the application of programming solving business-oriented problems. Topics include algorithm development, basic control structures, procedures, arrays, records, graphic user interface design, and file processing. Applications in Visual basic will be included. No prior exposure to computer programming is assumed. Fall, Spring.
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CPSC 112 - Introduction to Computational Software (1 credit)
This course is a working introduction to the common tools, functions and programming capabilities of a mathematical software package such as Matlab or Mathematica.
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CPSC 113-116 - Introduction to Computer Technologies (1-2 credits)
This course is a vehicle for introducing the basics of various computer-related technologies. Courses in this sequence are both for students who are not computer science majors as well as for computer science majors who are interested in the topic that is being covered. Examples of topics that can be covered in this sequence are Linux, LaTeX, and OS X.
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CPSC 121 - Introduction to Programming (4 credits)
An introduction to programming in a high level programming language as well as an introduction to algorithm design, debugging, the object-oriented paradigm, and other concepts that are seen in Computer Science. Three lecture periods and one 2-hour laboratory. Fall.
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CPSC 122 - Intermediate Programming (4 credits)
Further coverage of programming along with deeper coverage of algorithm design techniques, object-oriented design, software engineering concepts, design patterns, and an introduction to basic data structures. Three lecture periods and one 2 hour laboratory. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 121 . Spring.
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CPSC 140 - Fundamentals of Information Technology (3 credits)
Two recitation periods and one two-hour laboratory. A hands-on introduction to topics fundamental to Information Technology such as virtualization technology; the basics of Computer Architecture with an emphasis on memory and how it is used, Operating Systems, with a particular emphasis on Linux, and networking concepts. Fall.
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CPSC 212 - Approximation Methods I (Same as MATH 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. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 121 , MATH 122 . As needed.
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CPSC 221 - Introduction to Data Structures (4 credits)
This course covers common data structures such as balanced trees, splay trees, heaps, binomial queues, union-find data structures, hash tables as well as algorithm analysis, amortized running time, graph theory, and dynamic storage allocation. There is a semester-long programming project in the course. Students enrolled in this course must also be enrolled in CPSC 221L - the lab associated with this course. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 122 . Fall.
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CPSC 222 - Server-Side Programming (3 credits)
An introduction to the development of web applications using Java servlets and JavaServer Pages (JSP). Students will learn the essentials of server setup and configuration, scripting, forms CGI, cookies, XML, other technologies for web application development, and the MVC architecture. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 221 . Spring.
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CPSC 231 - Introduction to Networking (3 credits)
This is a hands-on introduction to networking that is guided by the content of the Network+Certification exam. It will be a combination of both practice and theory. Students will leave the course with the ability to create and administer virtual networks as well as physical networks as well as understand the basics of the internet protocol suite (TCP/IP). Prerequisite(s): CPSC 140 . Fall (alternate years)
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CPSC 240-245 - Applied Programming Languages (1-3 credits)
This course is a vehicle for teaching the basics of various programming languages. Each time the course is taught it is devoted to a particular programming language. Among the languages that may be taught in this course are Python, Perl, PHP, C#, Ruby, Scheme, ML, Haskell, JavaScript, or Smalltalk. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 122 . As needed.
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CPSC 250 - Bioinformatics Programming same as Bioinformatics 250 (3 credits)
An introduction to the scripting language Python where special emphasis is placed on problems and techniques that are relevant to Bioinformatics. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 221 , BIOL 301 . Spring.
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CPSC 263 - Visual Computing CISc 290 (4 credits)
This course introduces the essentials of visual computing, graphics, and multimedia. Emphasis is placed on graphics design and modeling using CAD (computer-aided design) tools, and some programming to automate the creation and manipulation of graphical content. Topics include GUI/Windows programming, 3D graphics modeling, computer animation, image manipulation, basic web design, and virtual reality. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 122 . Spring.
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CPSC 280-282 - Algorithmic Programming (1 credit)
This 1-credit course provides the student with hands-on practice in designing algorithms to solve problems and in writing short programs that implement the algorithms. It can be taken for a maximum of three semesters. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 122 .
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CPSC 322 - Introduction to System Administration (3 credits)
Students learn the fundamental tasks involved in system administration by working for the Computer Science network and completing assigned tasks and readings. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 122 or CPSC 140 . Fall, spring, summer.
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CPSC 342 - E-Commerce (same as MIS 342) (3 credits)
Introduction to the use of computer networks as a medium for commercial activity. Topics include technological infrastructure, Internet retailing and advertisement, business-to-business commerce, consumer behavior, corporate strategy, and the legal and societal issues of electronic commerce. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 101 . Fall.
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CPSC 343 - System Analysis and Design (same as MIS 343) (3 credits)
This course examines the system development and modification process. It emphasizes the factors for effective communication and integration with users and user systems. It encourages interpersonal skill development with clients, users, team members, and others associated with development, operation and maintenance of the system. Structured and object oriented analysis and design, use of modeling tools, adherence to methodological life cycle and project management standards. Prerequisite: CPSC 102 . Spring.
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CPSC 345 - Data Base Management (same as MIS 345) (3 credits)
Students analyze techniques for organizing, storing, and retrieving large amounts of related data. Conceptual analysis as well as practical applications on computers are presented. Emphasis is placed on management control practices concerning security, privacy, integrity, and the maintenance of the data. Prerequisites: CPSC 110 , CPSC 343 ; MGMT 101 . Fall.
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CPSC 360 - Machine Learning I (3 credits)
This course is an introduction to machine learning that is focused on providing a solid theoretical foundation of the field to enable a greater understanding of machine learning. In addition to this coverage of the core concepts there will be practical programming exercises throughout the course to provide the opportunity to learn to apply the material. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 121 , MATH 322 . Spring (alternate years).
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CPSC 361 - Machine Learning II (3 credits)
A continuation of Machine Learning I with a focus on understanding the statistical models that underlie machine learning. Special attention will be paid to neural networks and models that use unsupervised learning. Programming exercises will be assigned throughout the semester so that students learn to apply the material that is being presented. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 360 . Fall (alternate years).
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CPSC 363 - New Media: Design CISc 310 (4 credits)
Taught at Harrisburg University. This is the first course in a 2-semester sequence and is followed by CPSC 463 (New Media: Production). The last twenty-five years have seen a rapid transformation of media. The impetus for this transformation has been the use of digital devices, such as the Internet, mobile handsets, and computer games (both stand-alone and networked). However, these examples are only a small representation of new media. The use of computers has transformed the remaining ‘old’ media, as suggested by the advent of digital television and online publications. In the 1980s even traditional media forms saw transformation through the application of technologies such as image manipulation software and desktop publishing tools. Fall.
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CPSC 365 - Game Design CISc 380 (4 credits)
Taught at Harrisburg University. This is a lecture and project based course that teaches the mechanics and processes of good game design. The principles learned in this class apply equally well to card games, board games, party games, athletic games, and computer games. Students will analyze many types of games, and design many games of their own, alone and in groups, using these principles. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 221 . Spring.
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CPSC 398 - Computer Science 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 Computer Science majors with approval of the department chair and the Provost. Fall, Spring, Summer.
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CPSC 399 - Computer Science 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 Computer Science majors with approval of the department chair and the Provost. Fall, Spring, Summer.
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CPSC 402 - Algorithm Design and Analysis (3 credits)
Design and analysis of algorithms with an emphasis on problems involving strings, sequences and trees. The problems are generally taken from the domain of Computational Biology. There will be coverage of algorithm design techniques, the basics of asymptotic analysis of algorithms, NP-Completeness. As needed.
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CPSC 408 - Software Craftsmanship (3 credits)
The Software craftsmanship movement can be said to emphasize the “art” of software development over the “engineering” approach to it. The focus of this course is distillation the experience of experienced coders to enable students to become better programmers. Emphasis will be placed on test-driven development, working with legacy code, class design, and refactoring are among the topics that will be covered. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 221 . Fall (alternate years).
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CPSC 409 - Web Application Architectures (3 credits)
Building upon the introductory course on web application development, the key concepts, principles and technologies of web application development are covered. A particular platform of the instructor’s choosing will be used throughout the course in order to develop various web applications. Fall, even-numbered years.
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CPSC 410 - Software Engineering (3 credits)
Introduction to the models and issues concerned with the development of high-quality software. Application of software engineering methodology to the planning, specification, design, development, testing, and delivery of a large software project. Spring, odd-numbered years.
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CPSC 420 - Programming Languages (3 credits)
Introduction to the fundamental concepts of programming language design and implementation. Multiple modern programming languages are compared and contrasted with one another in this course. A point of emphasis is letting students see popular up-and-coming languages and how different they can be from one another. There will be quite a bit of programming required. Spring, even years.
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CPSC 422 - System Administration (3 credits)
Students work on directed network and security projects for the Computer Science network as well as participating in biweekly reviews of information technology literature. Prerequisite: CPSC 322 Fall, spring, summer.
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CPSC 423 - System Administration II (3 credits)
Students work on directed projects for the Computer Science network. This course is a continuation of CPSC 422. Prerequisite: CPSC 422 Fall, spring, summer.
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CPSC 428 - Advanced Programming Topics (3 credits)
In this course, students are exposed to a number of different types of programming techniques that they can be expected to encounter at some point in their professional careers. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 222 or consent of instructor. Fall (even years).
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CPSC 429 - Secure Programming (3 credits)
This course will focus on common flaws and vulnerabilities found in software, their potential
consequences, and how to avoid them. Fundamental security principles and concepts will be
presented along with coding techniques and tools that will help you write more secure code.
C/C++, which gives programmers a great deal of freedom and, thus, potential for insecurity, will
be the primary language that is used in this course. Potential dangers in Java will be covered
later in the course as well. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 140 CPSC 221 Fall (alternate years)
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CPSC 430 - Computer Organization and Operating Systems (3 credits)
An introduction to the fundamental concepts of Operating Systems and Computer Organization including coverage of process and memory management, device management, the operating system API, internal data representation, computer arithmetic, instruction set architecture, I/O, pipelining and the memory hierarchy. Prerequisites: CPSC 122 . As needed.
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CPSC 437 - Cryptography (3 credits)
An introduction to cryptography and its uses, including coverage of foundations, protocols, hashing, digital signatures, public key and symmetric cryptography, key management. Prerequisites: CPSC 122 , MATH 130 . As needed.
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CPSC 440 - Computer Graphics (3 credits)
The display of images to a computer’s output device is discussed; students are introduced to the basic principles and algorithms of graphics with particular emphasis on 3-D imaging; illumination and animation are discussed. As needed.
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CPSC 445 - Advanced Database Management (3 credits)
An advanced course on databases that covers topics such as web applications that use databases, XML query, distributed databases, database security, data warehouses, and data mining. Prerequisites: CPSC 345 / MIS 345 , MATH 304 . Spring, odd-numbered years.
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CPSC 450 - Autonomous Systems (3 credits)
Study theory related to autonomous system control, artificial intelligence algorithms, and
machine learning algorithms will be done. Students will code these algorithms and apply/test
them using in house robotic systems (i.e. robotic manufacturing arm). Students will learn about
moral and ethical concerns related to autonomous systems, Lecture-recitation. Core-requisite(s): ENGR 435 or permission of department chair. As needed.
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CPSC 460 - Deep Learning (3 credits)
Deep learning architectures have proven themselves to be well-suited for tasks such as image
recognition, natural language processing, bioinformatics, drug design, speech recognition and
many other tasks as well. In this class we will focus on the implementation of neural network
algorithms for practical tasks. The emphasis in this course will be on the use of existing tools to
build models. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 361 Spring (alternate years)
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CPSC 463 - New Media: Production (Same as CISc 420) (4 credits)
Online course. This is the second course in a two-semester sequence and was preceded by CPSC 363 (New Media: Design). Building off of the NM:Design course we will apply new skills to assess, produce, manage, and deploy New Media products. Students will gain an appreciation and understanding of the ‘New Media Production Life Cycle’ and how to nurture a product from inception to installation. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 363 Spring.
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CPSC 468 - Senior Project CISc 498 (3 credits)
Taught at Harrisburg University. A senior project directed by a faculty member at Harrisburg University who specializes in the area of New Media.
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CPSC 491 - Seminar: Special Problems (1-3 credits)
Open to qualified students with special areas of interest. As needed.
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CPSC 492 - Computer Science Seminar (1 credit)
Selection of an acceptable computer science topic, research, and presentation of the research findings in written and oral form. Prerequisite: CPSC 122 . Spring.
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CPSC 501 - Independent Study in Computer Science (1-8 credits)
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CORE 103 - Community Enrichment Series (0 credits)
The Community Enrichment Series activities engage the student in a variety of cultural, educational, and personal development activities that enrich the classroom experience and integrate learning in and outside of the classroom. Fall, Spring.
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CORE 104 - Community Enrichment Series (0 credits)
The Community Enrichment Series activities engage the student in a variety of cultural, educational, and personal development activities that enrich the classroom experience and integrate learning in and outside of the classroom. Fall, Spring.
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CORE 113 - First-year Seminar (3 credits)
The First Year Seminar is a foundation course for the General Education Program at Saint Francis University. The purpose of the First Year Seminar at Saint Francis University is to provide students with the opportunity to explore an issue or topic in a format that places a premium on active rather than passive learning. Each section of CORE 113 is centered on a topic of special importance that students and professors explore in depth. Topics and instructors vary each semester, but every seminar is interdisciplinary in nature, addresses ethical and value issues, and emphasizes effective communication. The conversations that develop in CORE 113 help students develop the academic skills required for success in higher education.
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CORE 114 - Adult Learning Seminar (3 credits)
The Adult Learning Seminar is a foundation course for the General Education program at Saint Francis University and is intended for students enrolled in the programs offered online. The purpose of this course is to provide students with the opportunity to explore an issue or topic in a format that places a premium on active rather than passive learning and to educate them explicitly in the topic of Information Literacy. Each section of CORE 114 is centered on a topic of special significance that students and professors explore in depth. Topics and instructors vary each semester, but every seminar is interdisciplinary in nature, addresses ethical and value issues, and emphasizes effective communication. The conversations in CORE 114 help students to develop the academic skills required for success in higher education. For FWW students only or by special permission of the Dean of Francis Worldwide. As needed.
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CORE 199 - Senior Intensive Writing Workshop (0 credits)
Intensive 5-week review of composition, revision and editing skills for seniors who have not passed the University’s Writing Competency Exam (WCE) graduation requirement. Emphasis is on developing students’ awareness of their strengths and weaknesses in writing and improving self identification and correction of errors while writing under a defined time limit. Skills covered include essay development, paragraph structure, basic grammar, academic tone, correct punctuation, etc. Course does not fulfill a core requirement. Successful completion of this course (including passage of the Writing Competency Exam at the end) will fulfill the EXAM 301 graduation requirement. Fall, Spring.
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CORE 211 - Personal Wellness* (0 credits)
CORE 211 will guide the student toward an understanding of personal wellness through completion of a wellness pre-test and exploration of the physical, social, spiritual and psychological dimensions of wellness. Fall.
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CORE 212 - Community and Global Wellness* (0 credits)
CORE 212 will guide the student toward an understanding of personal and community wellness through completion of a wellness portfolio, exploration of the financial, occupational and environmental dimensions of wellness, preparation of a revised wellness plan, and completion of a wellness post-test. Spring.
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CORE 403 - General Education Senior Capstone (0-2 credits)
A synthesizing experience that occurs some time during the last three semesters of the student’s undergraduate program of studies and draws together the skills and issues that have been addressed during the undergraduate experience.
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CORE 407 - General Education Keystone Seminar (3 credits)
A course designed for upper-level students allowing them to focus on issues relating to ethical citizenship and to reflect on the whole general education experience. Keystone seminar activities will include both discussion and opportunities to practice collaborative and leadership skills. The course will include a paper, presentation and/or project. As needed.
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EXPL 101 - Discovering You (1 credit)
The exploratory seminar, Discovering You, is designed for students to explore academic and career options based on formal self-assessment and self-discovery. It includes access to a variety of career-related resources, including real-world experience and a speaker series. Required for all exploratory studies students and others by permission of the Center for Academic Success. Fall and Spring.
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GEN 101 - Freshman Student-Athlete Experience (1 credit)
This freshman experience course is designed to help our student-athletes make an effective transition from high school into Saint Francis University. The Freshman Student-Athlete Experience focuses on areas where students need assistance, awareness, and extra support to succeed during their critical first semester on campus. Through this course, students will enhance their skills and knowledge in the areas of academic success, personal wellness, and career exploration. Class topics include: the difference between high school and college, NCAA rules and regulations, training for academic success, drugs and alcohol education, health and wellness, social networking, and stress management. The class also introduces students to important offices across campus that will give them the support and confidence they need to be successful student athletes at Saint Francis University. They will learn how to successfully manage the unique characteristics of being a student-athlete. This one credit pass/fail course is offered in the fall semester for incoming freshman student-athletes. Students transferring into the university with at least 28 credits earned (not including college credits earned in high school, AP, and CLEP) are not required to take this course. Fall, and Spring as needed.
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GEN 111 - College Success Strategies I (3 credits)
College Success Strategies focuses on areas where students need assistance, awareness, and extra support during the first semester. Course topics include the following: assessment and improvement of critical reading skills, understanding college demands, learning styles, time management, note taking, information literacy and technology skills. The course also introduces students to important offices across campus. Fall. Required for all OASIS students. Others by approval of the Director of the Center for Academic Success.
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GEN 112 - College Success Strategies II (1 credit)
Students will build upon the study skills mastered in GEN 111 and continue to develop critical reading skills appropriate to grade level. , or by approval of the Director of the Center for Academic Success. Spring.
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GEN 121 - College Listening and Speaking Success Strategies (3 credits)
In this course, students will gain mastery of listening and speaking skills necessary for taking notes on college lectures and taking part successfully in academic discussions and group projects. This class requires a high level of student responsibility and motivation. Students will spend three hours attending a linked general education course and three hours attending the listening and speaking course, working on skills needed to be successful in the linked course. Students will participate in pre- and post-work from these academic lectures. Class activities include reviewing notes, discussing assigned readings, developing effective time management skills and practicing the steps to complete academic assignments for the linked course. Prerequisite(s): Students entering this course must have completed and passed Level 4 of the Intensive English Program or obtained a proficiency score on the iTEP (or another language assessment). Students can also be placed into these courses based on assessments such as standardized testing scores Fall, Spring, Summer. Required for IEP program students; others by approval of the Director for the Center for Academic Success
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GEN 122 - College Reading Success Strategies (3 credits)
In this course, students will read academic texts in order to develop further academic reading skills. Students will read university level textbooks to advance their college reading skills, along with other assigned readings, and practice applying their reading knowledge to classroom situations like quizzes, tests, reports, summaries, analysis papers, and other writing and speaking assignments. Additionally, students will practice combining the information they read with previous academic and vocabulary knowledge in order to sharpen their critical thinking skills. This course meets three hours a week in which students will complete many reading activities. Students are also expected to read chapters and articles for homework. Prerequisite(s): Students entering this course must have completed and passed Level 4 of the Intensive English Program or obtained a proficiency score on the iTEP (or another language assessment). Students can also be placed into these courses based on assessments such as standardized testing scores. Fall, Spring, Summer. Required for IEP program students; others by approval of the Director for the Center for Academic Success.
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GEN 123 - College Writing Success Strategies (3 credits)
In this course, students will review the basics of writing paragraphs and essays and gain a foundation of source integration. Students will read information from a limited number of sources, summarize, and incorporate key information into their own papers. This course accustoms students to the demands of academic courses regarding writing essays based on the topics learned and read in class. It will also introduce areas of research such as citation and references but with a controlled, limited number of sources. A five-page informative essay, a summary/response and a critical analysis are required. Throughout the writing assignments, students will focus on their sentence structure and word choice and gain a better control of grammatical structures necessary for university work. This course meets three hours a week in which students will complete many writing activities, and they will be expected to do the homework assigned. Prerequisite(s): Students entering this course must have completed and passed Level 4 of the IEP or obtained a proficiency score on the iTEP (or another language assessment). Students can also be placed into these courses based on assessments such as standardized testing scores. Fall, Spring, Summer. Required for IEP program students; others by approval of the Director for the Center for Academic Success.
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EXAM 301 - Writing Competency Exam (0 credits)
A test of writing competency and critical thinking that should be taken as early as possible after 60 credits are earned.
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CJ 206 - Administration of Criminal Justice (3 credits)
Study of the major criminal justice institutions in American society, including the law, law enforcement, courts, sentencing and corrections. Both theoretical and practical problems and issues in research, planning, and policy formation. Prerequisite(s): SOC 309. Fall.
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CJ 209 - Crime and Delinquency (3 credits)
The nature and extent of crime and delinquency. Major sociological and non-sociological theories of crime causation; policy implications for criminal and juvenile justice systems. Spring.
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CJ 302 - Criminal Justice Research (3 credits)
Guided development of individual or team research projects, with class discussion of problem formulation, research design, the application of computers, analysis of data, and research reporting. Spring.
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CJ 303 - Victimology (3 credits)
This is an upper-level course to the study of violence. It addresses social sources of violence and processes related to violence such as the subjective experience of violence, the ways people remember violence, and how the media represents violence. It will consider a full range of violence from the mundane to the extreme. Spring as needed.
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CJ 306 - Sociology of Criminal Justice (3 credits)
Study of the major criminal justice institutions in American society, including the law, law enforcement, courts, sentencing and corrections. Both theoretical and practical problems and issues in research, planning, and policy formation. Fall.
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CJ 309 - Crime and Delinquency (3 credits)
The nature and extent of crime and delinquency. Major sociological and non-sociological theories of crime causation; policy implications for criminal and juvenile justice systems. Spring.
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CJ 325 - Administration of Justice (3 credits)
A basic examination of America’s court in terms of their history and development, their structure and organization, their personnel, procedures, and, and their roles and impact in American society. Prerequisite(s): CJ 206 . Fall, even-numbered years.
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CJ 330 - Juvenile Justice and Treatment (3 credits)
Study of the juvenile justice system, its history and organization. Policy implications of major delinquency theories. Juvenile courts and juvenile agencies, including delinquency prevention efforts. Major issues in research, planning, and policy formation. Prerequisite(s): CJ 209 . Fall, even-numbered years.
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CJ 335 - Law Enforcement (3 credits)
An introduction to the study of law enforcement, its history and organization. Recruitment and selection, procedural issues, police deviance and its control, community policing, and hazards of police work. Spring, even-numbered years.
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CJ 337 - Criminal Investigation (3 credits)
Traditional and technical approaches used by law enforcement investigators; techniques of observation and interrogation; collection, preservation, and interpretation of physical evidence; capabilities and limitations of scientific techniques. Spring, odd-numbered years.
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CJ 340 - Corrections (3 credits)
Introduction to the study of societal treatment of individual offenders, including the history and philosophy of punishment and treatment systems, sentencing, imprisonment, probation and parole, restitution, and other alternatives to imprisonment. Theoretical , practical, and ethical issues. Prerequisite(s): CJ 209 . Spring.
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CJ 398 - Criminal Justice Internships (3 to 15 credits)
Internship with a criminal justice or juvenile justice agency. Placement options include federal, state, and/or private law enforcement, security, legal (defense/prosecution), or corrections agencies. Academic project required.
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CJ 399 - Criminal Justice Internships (3 to 15 credits)
Internship with a criminal justice or juvenile justice agency. Placement options include federal, state, and/or private law enforcement, security, legal (defense/prosecution), or corrections agencies. Academic project required. TBA.
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CJ 403 - Sociology of Violence (3 credits)
This is an upper-level course to the study of violence. It addresses social sources of violence and processes related to violence such as the subjective experience of violence, the ways people remember violence, and how the media represents violence. It will consider a full range of violence from the mundane to the extreme. Spring as needed.
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CJ 404 - Cross-Cultural Criminology (3 credits)
This course will cover major findings in theory, research and methods in cross-cultural comparative criminology. It will present findings from the research on global crime and investigate the ways in which scholars are studying the intersection between globalization and crime. This course is an advanced criminology course and is designed for juniors and seniors in sociology or criminal justice. As needed.
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CJ 450 - Advanced Research Seminar in Criminal Justice (3 credits)
Guided development of individual research projects, with class discussion and assignments for the application of major research methods that involves criminal justice issues. Prerequisite(s): CJ 302
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CJ 451 - Special Topics Seminar (1-3 credits)
In-depth treatment of a topic. Emphasis on readings and discussion. As needed.
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CJ 452 - Special Topics Seminar (1-3 credits)
In-depth treatment of a topic. Emphasis on readings and discussion. As needed.
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CJ 501 - Independent Study in Sociology or Criminal Justice (1-8 credits)
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CSA 101 - Cybercrime and Electronic Evidence (3 credits)
Digital Forensics and electronic evidence cannot be divorced from the law, whether civil or criminal. A digital forensic examiner needs knowledge of the law to effectively perform his or her job. Moreover, the generation of electronic evidence in all types of crime continues to increase at an exponential rate. This course balances technology and law as it enters the world of cybercrime by exploring what cybercrime is; how it is investigated; and the regulatory and legal framework surrounding the collection and use of electronic evidence. Students are introduced to the technology involved in the commission and investigation of cybercrimes. Students explore the technical and legal challenges in searching for, extracting, and preserving electronic evidence, while simultaneously looking at the legal implications of crimes that are committed in the realms of cyberspace. In addition to Cyber Security Administration, this course addresses implications that are crucial for a variety of fields and disciplines, including computer science, criminal justice, business, health care, and pre-law. Fall.
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CSA 110 - Blockchain Fundamentals (3 credits)
The blockchain is an undeniably ingenious invention, the brainchild of a person or group of people known by the pseudonym, Satoshi Nakamoto. Since its inception, it has evolved into something greater, and the main question every single person is asking is: What is Blockchain? By allowing digital information in the form of a ledger to be distributed but not copied, blockchain technology has created the backbone of a new type of internet. Originally devised for the digital currency (Bitcoin), a variety of other fields are trying to understand and employ this transformative technology. In this course, students learn the basics of blockchain technology and the properties that make it so unique. Although major elements of the blockchain are based on complex mathematical concepts such as cryptography and algorithms, this course deliberately does NOT use any mathematical notations or formulae, and avoids any unnecessary complexity. It is designed to be non-technical and offers crucial, timely, and relevant information that would appeal to a variety of majors and professions such as business, health care, criminal justice, finance, accounting, management, mathematics, and computer science, or anybody interested in learning more about the crypto-currency craze. As a final project, students will create a sports betting distributed application. Fall (alternate years).
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CSA 111 - Cryptocurrency (3 credits)
“Virtual currencies, perhaps most notably Bitcoin, have captured the imagination of some, struck fear among others, and confused the heck out of the rest of us.” - Thomas Carper, U.S. Senator. Today cryptocurrencies, or “cryptos”, have become a global phenomenon. While still somehow geeky and misunderstood by most people, banks, governments and a number of businesses are aware of its importance. But beyond the noise and press releases, the overwhelming majority of people, even bankers, consultants, scientists, and developers, have a very limited knowledge about cryptocurrencies and often fail to understand even the basic concepts. This introductory course explains the most important facets of cryptocurrencies and walks the student through the beginnings of the very first cryptocurrency - Bitcoin. Other topics include the uses, challenges, and investment opportunities of cryptos, as well as the future cryptocurrency. As a final project, students will create a crypto wallet and purchase cryptocurrency.After taking this course, you will know more about cryptocurrencies than most other humans. Prerequisite(s): CSA 110 . Spring (alternate years).
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