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SBU 507 - Stakeholder & Team Analysis (Business) 3 Credit(s)
This course provides the students the skills required to conduct a thorough stakeholder analysis to identify and analyze the internal and external people and organizations that will influence the project or be impacted by the project. Students will learn how to capture and develop strategies to manage stakeholder expectations and engage them in the decision-making and project execution process. Students will also utilize this information to develop a Human Resource Plan and overall Communication Plan.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 3.
Prerequisite: SBU 505 .
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SBU 508 - Advanced PM Tools & Techniques (Business) 3 Credit(s)
This course focuses on enhancing overall enterprise project management integration by introducing and applying advanced project management monitoring and quality assurance tools and techniques. Students will also explore and leverage synergies with other management, business processes, and stakeholders impacted by the project portfolio.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 4.
Prerequisites: SBU 505 , SBU 506 , and SBU 507 .
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SBU 510 - Intro to New Venture Development (Business) 3 Credit(s)
This course provides an introduction and overview of the fundamentals of entrepreneurship and business model innovation. Bringing together the disciplines of marketing, finance, product development, and management, it presents an integrative perspective into the process of starting a new business or identifying opportunities to expand an existing business. The course is the platform upon which to build further studies in the development of business strategy.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 4 (and 5 in odd-numbered years).
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SBU 515 - New Venture Feasibility Analysis (Business) 3 Credit(s)
This course is about developing the analytical and conceptual skills required to test the feasibility of a business concept. The process of feasibility analysis involves identifying, evaluating, and determining whether to exploit an opportunity. It is grounded in the tools of market research and analysis.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 5.
Prerequisite: SBU 510 .
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SBU 516 - Human Resource Management (Business) 3 Credit(s)
This course analyzes the dynamics of human resource practices and opportunities. Topics include: strategic planning, workforce adaptation, change management, job design, recruitment, compensation and benefit implementation, legislative and ethical issues, budgetary impacts, international trends, and training and development.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 2 (and 4 in even-numbered years).
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SBU 519 - Not-for-Profit Accounting (Business) 3 Credit(s)
Theory and practice of accounting in not-for-profit organizations and governmental entities are examined. Special topics considered are fund accounting, zero-based budgeting, financial audits, and operations auditing.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 3.
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SBU 520 - Financial Concerns of Entrepreneurs (Business) 3 Credit(s)
This course applies current economic research theory to the study of entrepreneurship and new venture finance. This approach shows how entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and outside investors can rely on economic concepts as a framework to guide decision-making. The financial theory that is an extension of the economic analysis and which supports entrepreneurial decision making is also a focus of the course.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 6.
Prerequisite: SBU 515 or permission of instructor.
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SBU 521 - Financial Management (Business) 3 Credit(s)
This course is designed to develop an understanding of the skills and applications of financial management. It addresses elements of both the accounting and finance functions. Case studies demonstrate how financial concepts are articulated in global market positioning.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 2 (and 4 in odd-numbered years).
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SBU 526 - Global Management (Business) 3 Credit(s)
This course examines the complexities of organization and management as key components in developing successful international strategies for organizations.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 3 (and 6 in odd-numbered years).
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SBU 530 - Entrepreneurial Theory Application (Business) 1 Credit(s)
This capstone course provides an opportunity to integrate learning gained from other courses in the MBA program. This course is considered the culmination of SBU510, SBU515, and SBU520 and requires continued revision of the feasibility study and writing a business plan. The actual process of writing the business plan in this course is conducted in small teams to facilitate the sharing of information and foster a collaborative learning environment. The course focuses on team-based, step-by-step development of a detailed business plan. Upon completion of the business plan, the team presents it to a panel of “Venture Capitalists”. The course goes through the process of business plan development and integrates the tools and components of a business plan that students were exposed to in their previous course work.
Credits: 1.
When Offered: Master’s session 2, 4, and 6.
Pass/Fail only.
Prerequisite: Completion of at least 10 of the MBA courses, including SBU 520 .
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SBU 531 - Organizational Dynamics (Business) 3 Credit(s)
Various theoretical perspectives are examined to provide insight into resolving organizational issues as human systems. The ability to analyze situations from multiple viewpoints and detect patterns of organizational development is stressed.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 4 (and 6 in even-numbered years).
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SBU 536 - Marketing and Sales Strategies (Business) 3 Credit(s)
Principles of marketing and communication and current marketing and sales challenges are reviewed to develop the ability to analyze, interpret, design, and evaluate strategic marketing plans and communication vehicles.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 5 (and 1 in even-numbered years).
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SBU 541 - Human Resource Development (Business) 3 Credit(s)
This course focuses on the utilization of human resources with emphasis on strategic training, management development, performance enhancement, and organizational development assessment and implementation activities. Topics include: leadership and management competency advancement, empowerment, business restructuring, and marketplace quality and productivity.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 5 (and 1 in odd-numbered years).
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SBU 546 - Management Information Systems (Business) 3 Credit(s)
This course examines management information systems in organizations. The range of systems needed to provide support for management in planning and control is analyzed. Technology’s current and prospective applications to create a competitive edge are also addressed.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 6 (and 2 in even-numbered years).
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SBU 552 - Special Topics in Sports Business (Business) 3 Credit(s)
An examination of the foundations and principles of special topics in the sports industry including such subjects as facility and event management, global issues, and developing trends.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 4.
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SBU 553 - Strat Leadership in Sports Business (Business) 3 Credit(s)
An examination of the knowledge and skills required for the effective leadership in the sports industry including strategic community relationship development, creative problem-solving, strategic and operational planning, delegation, change management, organizational behavior, team development, communication, motivation, productivity, and quality control. The course emphasizes the unique nature of leading within sports enterprises.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 3.
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SBU 554 - The US Healthcare System (Business) 3 Credit(s)
This foundational course introduces students to the structure and interdependence of the various components comprising the US healthcare system. Students gain an understanding of the process and effect of political decision-making regarding health care at the macro level, along with an introduction to state and local public health. This course also discusses the legal and regulatory environment of American medicine, a subject commonly and separately called health care law.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 2.
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SBU 555 - Health Policy and Economic Analysis (Business) 3 Credit(s)
This course is designed to provide graduate students with an understanding of current health economics issues. Economics is used as a tool to analyze health care and health care policy. The basic approach is to recognize the importance of scarcity and incentives, allowing for differences peculiar to health. Primary topics covered include the production of and demand for health and medical care; information asymmetries between patients, doctors, and payers; and health care reform.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 3.
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SBU 556 - Healthcare Finance (Business) 3 Credit(s)
The primary goal of this course is to familiarize students with the tools to effectively manage, plan, and analyze the operations of healthcare organizations. This includes a fundamental understanding of the unique financial environment healthcare organizations operate within. Secondly, the course seeks to reinforce the quantitative skills that are essential in the financial management process and help students learn how to communicate financial concepts clearly and effectively across healthcare constituents.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 4.
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SBU 557 - Healthcare Operations, Quality Mgmt (Business) 3 Credit(s)
An examination of the financial knowledge and skills required to manage a sports-oriented business. Students learn the fundamentals of finance, accounting, and application of key financial techniques utilized in the administration and operation of a sports-oriented business including: financial analysis, cash flow analysis, financial planning, budgeting, and funding approaches. Additionally, the course encompasses the economic impact of sporting events in their respective communities.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 5.
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SBU 558 - Healthcare Info Systems & Analytics (Business) 3 Credit(s)
The US healthcare system is under tremendous pressure on all fronts - cost, quality of care, access, and efficiency. Advances in information technology coupled with healthcare reform have created the need for individuals who can understand, manage, and integrate clinical and administrative information to improve decision-making and outcomes. This course provides an overview of the application of information technologies and healthcare business analytics to improve performance within the healthcare system.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 6.
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SBU 570 - Financial Transactions & Schemes (Business) 3 Credit(s)
This course examines hundreds of the most common employee defalcation schemes including financial statement fraud, asset misappropriation, bribery and corruption schemes. It also highlights industry-specific fraud including healthcare fraud, financial institution fraud, insurance fraud, securities fraud and many more.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 1.
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SBU 571 - Forensic & Fraud Legalities (Business) 3 Credit(s)
Study of both civil and criminal systems, procedures, laws, as well as related areas that pertain to criminal financial activity and fraud.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 2.
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SBU 572 - Forensic & Fraud Investigation (Business) 3 Credit(s)
Study of the process of planning and conducting a fraud related examination that includes analyzing documents from various sources, conducting interviews of suspects, using data analysis as well as digital forensics to trace illicit transactions that ultimately assist in preparing effective reports that help in bring an examination to its finality.
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SBU 573 - Fraud Prevention & Deterrence (Business) 3 Credit(s)
This course explores why people commit fraud and what can be done to prevent it. Topics covered in this course include crime causation, white-collar crime, cybercrime, occupational fraud, fraud prevention, fraud risk assessment, and the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners Code of Professional Ethics.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 4.
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SBU 615 - Strategic Management (Business) 3 Credit(s)
This course is the capstone course for the MBA program and requires the students to demonstrate proficiency in the topics studied throughout the program. The students learn how to perform a strategic analysis of an organization and to write and present case analysis in a professional format. The final project is a detailed written case analysis or a business plan accompanied by a professional oral presentation.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Master’s session 2, 4, and 6.
Permission of the program director is required.
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SBU 930 - Research Project (Business) 3 Credit(s)
In consultation with an approved faculty member, the student designs and completes a research project in the intended area of practice. Supported by an extensive literature review, a scholarly paper of publishable quality is presented in an oral final defense.
Credits: 3.
Permission of the program director is required.
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SBU 940 - Graduate Management Internship (Business) 0 Credit(s)
This internship provides the opportunity for students without business experience to see the relationship between their coursework and actual practice, gain relevant work experience, and develop a direction for their career. Assessment is based on the supervisor’s evaluation and a reflection paper. At least 80 hours of practice are required for each credit.
Credits: Variable.
Repeatable for credit, maximum total of 6 credits.
Permission of the program director is required.
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SCA 100 - Interpersonal Comm & Mindfulness (Communication) 3 Credit(s)
An overview of the theoretical foundations and principles of the interpersonal communication. Emphasis on how theory guides decisions in communication problem-solving, the design and development of information resources, and the influence, challenge, and power of mindfulness to effect positive change.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall semester.
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SCA 130 - Public Speaking (Communication) 3 Credit(s)
Students develop informative, persuasive, and expressive speaking proficiencies. Practice in verbal communication skills, writing for the ear, effective listening, oral reports, and the use of body language, visual aids, technologies, and occasions to motivate and enhance communication.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall and spring semesters and OBC session 4.
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SCA 145 - Sports Communication (Communication) 3 Credit(s)
Examination of the knowledge and skills required for the business of sports communication, including interpersonal communication, small group dynamics, mass media, media relations, information and social media technologies, and oral communication; and the sports communication institutions, such as team and league media relations, college sports information offices, broadcasting venue, and public relations and advertising agencies.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall semester.
Writing Intensive course.
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SCA 195 - Integrated Marketing Communication (Communication) 3 Credit(s)
Introduction to principles and techniques of integrated marketing communication and the use of information technologies to influence consumer behavior and change through advertising, public relations, media relations, promotional activities, direct marketing, data mining, and branding; examination of communication channel selection and message development.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Spring semester and OBC session 3.
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SCA 200 - Social Media Strategy (Communication) 3 Credit(s)
Students develop technical skills in the use of social media and mobile technologies to support communication objectives and procedural proficiencies to create awareness, develop corporate profiles, deliver message, engage audience, assess access, and enhance professional communication.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Spring semester.
Fee.
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SCA 251 - Public Relations Writing (Communication) 3 Credit(s)
Development of the practices and strategies for writing communication documents that support communication programs and campaigns, including writing for internal and external media, public relations audiences, advertising and promotions, newsletters, brochures, backgrounders, speeches, and various print and electronic applications for internal and external publics.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall semester.
Fee.
Writing Intensive course.
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SCA 280 - Organizational Leadership (Communication) 3 Credit(s)
Study of various types of groups, leadership, problem-solving approaches, performance appraisal, conflict resolution, decision-making strategies, and nonverbal communication skills to facilitate small and large group effectiveness.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Spring semester and OBC session 3.
Fee.
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SCA 290 - Visual Communication (Communication) 3 Credit(s)
Knowledge and skill development to create effective and affective information resources in multiple venues. Examination of the design, development, and production of visual media. Topics include typography, graphics, color, layout, publication and posting techniques, and industry standards.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall semester.
Fee.
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SCA 295 - Event Planning and Implementation (Communication) 3 Credit(s)
Designing and developing events for positive effect. Using situational analysis, SWOT, strategies and tactics, budgets, and calendar to advantage. Develop skills in research, organization, analysis, project management and execution, and presentation for multiple contexts.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Spring semester.
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SCA 310 - Advocacy Media for Social Change (Communication) 3 Credit(s)
Students critically examine the philosophical foundations and principles of communication and social advocacy to engage the news media, help organize a community, and influence action. Topics include: the social activist and community outreach; leveraging social networks; power, powerlessness, and empowerment; contextual analysis, problem identification, and power mapping; lobbying, leadership, and coalition-building; advocacy journalism; and assessment strategies.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Spring semester.
Fee.
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SCA 320 - Corp Ethics & Social Responsibility (Communication) 3 Credit(s)
A philosophical approach that investigates the rights, responsibilities, accountabilities, obligations, and legal and ethical expectations of the individual and the organization, with a value-centered approach to marketplace activities and practices. Thorough review of leading organizations that engage in social responsibility to enact positive social change.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall semester and OBC session 2.
Fee.
Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Philosophy requirement.
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SCA 325 - Business Communication (Communication) 3 Credit(s)
Study of fundamental principles and contemporary practices for communicating to a corporation’s stakeholders. Examination of the role of communication in coordinating internal and external messaging aligned with the corporate mission. Extensive development of writing, designing, and publishing communication documents to analyze a corporation’s communication strategy.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall semester, odd-numbered years and OBC sessions 1 and 3.
Writing Intensive course.
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SCA 340 - Shaping Public Opinion (Communication) 3 Credit(s)
Study of the Constitution and the press, free speech, religion, assembly, and petition clauses that shape public discourse and artistic endeavors. Review of graffiti, art, political cartoons, editorials, blogs, and public statements. Effects of social media on vox populi and the force, impact, and challenge to a democracy.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Spring semester, even-numbered years.
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SCA 390 - Fundraising and Grant Writing (Communication) 3 Credit(s)
Students learn how to use the common grant application in the design and development of an effective fundraising campaign for profit and not-for-profit organizations by building special interest communities; examination and analysis of the rewards, risks, strategies, and tactics to achieve the grant and fundraising objectives.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Spring semester.
Fee.
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SCA 395 - Crisis Management in Public Rel’ns (Communication) 3 Credit(s)
Through the use of case study, students conduct a detailed examination of a communication department, including function, staff, and resources; the use of public relations as a positioning and branding strategy to respond effectively during a crisis situation; and the use of mobile technologies to enhance and moderate the processes.
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SCA 400 - Prof Develop & Personal Branding (Communication) 3 Credit(s)
Guided practical experience in which the student explores the career world through viable and reliable service learning experience, creating personal branding for professional development. Seniors only.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall semester.
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SCA 410 - Independent Study (Communication) 0 Credit(s)
Scholarly research on a particular issue or concept in the discipline or field, in consultation with a faculty advisor.
Credits: Variable.
When Offered: Fall and spring semesters.
Prerequisite: Juniors and seniors only.
Repeatable for credit.
Permission required.
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SCA 415 - Qualitative Research Hermeneutics (Communication) 3 Credit(s)
This seminar offers an opportunity for students to explore and discuss select topics in the fields through qualitative interpretive research in hermeneutics. Issues may include historical, current, or developing social, cultural, moral, ethical, technical, and theoretical trends that shape our society and culture. Significant scholarly papers are required.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Spring semester.
Fee.
Prerequisite: Juniors and seniors only.
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SCA 420 - Field Work (Communication) 0 Credit(s)
Supervised practical experience at an approved site where the student may explore the career options through shadowing, mentoring, volunteering, and contributing to the success of a campaign, an event, or a program.
Credits: Variable (1-3).
When Offered: Fall, spring, and summer.
Repeatable for credit.
Permission required.
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SCA 430 - Internship (Communication) 0 Credit(s)
Supervised and evaluated work experience at an approved site. Course requires a commitment of time outside of the classroom, periodic journal and culminating report, site supervisor assessment, and materials for the professional portfolio. May require travel.
Credits: Variable.
When Offered: Fall, spring, and summer.
Repeatable for credit.
Permission required.
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SCE 001 - Workshop (Continuing Education) 0 Credit(s)
This course designation is used for situations when participation in a workshop, symposium, or conference offered by Seton Hill may be used to comply with continuing education requirements in a professional field. No grade (NG) is assigned.
Repeatable.
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SCH 102 - Chemistry for Living (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
Designed to increase the non-scientist’s awareness of how chemistry affects daily life, from consumer goods to global problems.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: As needed.
Fee.
Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Science requirement.
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SCH 104 - Fundamentals of Chemistry (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
A study of fundamental concepts in chemistry including chemical terminology, the periodic table, types of elements and compounds, and mathematics for chemistry. Emphasis is placed on developing problem-solving skills, particularly the use of dimensional analysis for stoichiometry. Designed for students with limited prior instruction in chemistry.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall semester.
Fee.
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SCH 108 - General Chemistry and Laboratory I (Chemistry) 4 Credit(s)
An introduction to the fundamental concepts of chemistry including matter, energy, stoichiometry, gas laws, thermochemistry, atomic and molecular structure. Laboratory experiments complement lecture topics.
Credits: 4.
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SCH 109 - General Chemistry and Laboratory II (Chemistry) 4 Credit(s)
Builds on the topics discussed in SCH 108 with an introduction to bonding, solutions, acid-base chemistry, kinetics, equilibrium, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry. Laboratory experiments complement lecture topics.
Credits: 4.
Prerequisite: SCH 108 .
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SCH 115 - Gen & Organic Chemistry Principles (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
Introduction to the basic principles of chemistry with focus on structure, properties, and reactions of representative inorganic and organic compounds. Special emphasis will be placed upon applications to biological systems and health related fields. Designed for allied health students.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall semester.
Liberal Arts Curriculum: With SCH 116 , satisfies the Science requirement.
Fee.
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SCH 116 - Gen & Organic Chemistry Princ Lab (Chemistry) 1 Credit(s)
Experiments will provide students with a “hands-on” approach to concepts discussed in the lecture: common laboratory techniques in both general and organic chemistry will be introduced. Designed for allied health students.
Credits: 1.
When Offered: Fall and spring semesters.
Fee.
Pre or corequisite: SCH 115 or SCH 122 .
Liberal Arts Curriculum: With SCH 115 , satisfies the Science requirement.
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SCH 122 - Foundations of Organic Chemistry (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
A study of the chemistry of carbon compounds for physician assistant majors. A systematic examination of the molecular structures, structure-property relationships, and chemical reactivities of the compounds of carbon including reaction mechanisms and multistep syntheses. Examples of biological and medical relevance are given.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Spring semester.
Prerequisite: SCH 140 with a C- or better.
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SCH 140 - General Chemistry I (Chemistry) 4 Credit(s)
A study of the basic concepts and fundamental principles of chemistry, including stoichiometry, electron configurations, bonding, ionic and molecular structures, aqueous chemical reactions, gas laws, thermodynamics, properties of matter and solutions, equilibrium, and acid-base chemistry. This course covers all content necessary for taking organic chemistry.
Credits: 4.
When Offered: Fall and spring semesters.
Prerequisite: Either SCH 104 OR completion of ALEKS Chemistry Prep (minimum 70% mastery).
Liberal Arts Curriculum: With SCH 141 , satisfies the Science requirement.
Fee.
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SCH 141 - General Chemistry I Laboratory (Chemistry) 1 Credit(s)
An introduction to scientific measurement, chemistry laboratory techniques, and written communication. Experiments will complement the concepts discussed in lecture, addressing topics such as stoichiometry, aqueous chemical reactions, gas laws, chemical equilibrium, and thermochemistry.
Credits: 1.
When Offered: Fall and spring semesters.
Fee.
Pre- or corequisite: SCH 140 .
Liberal Arts Curriculum: With SCH 140 , satisfies the Science requirement
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SCH 142 - General Chemistry II (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
An intermediate study of inorganic and physical chemistry concepts, including atomic structure, introductory quantum mechanics, molecular orbital bonding theory, periodic trends, colligative properties, oxidation-reduction, thermodynamics, and kinetics.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall and spring semesters.
Prerequisite: SCH 140 .
Corequisite: SCH 143 .
Fee.
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SCH 143 - General Chemistry II Laboratory (Chemistry) 1 Credit(s)
A continuation of CH141, General Chemistry 1 Laboratory, provides additional experience with scientific measurement, chemistry laboratory techniques, and written communication, in addition to employing the scientific method for design and execution of experiments. Experiments will complement the concepts discussed in lecture, addressing topics such as calorimetry, redox reactions, gases, kinetics, intermolecular forces, colligative properties, and spectroscopy.
Credits: 1.
When Offered: Fall and spring semesters.
Fee.
Prerequisites: SCH 140 and SCH 141 .
Pre- or corequisite: SCH 142 .
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SCH 202 - Biochemical Principles (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
An introduction to the chemistry of living systems with an emphasis on the basic relationships of molecular structure to biological function. Analysis of proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids, and major metabolic pathways. Designed for allied health students.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall and spring semesters.
Prerequisite: SCH 115 or SCH 122 , or the equivalent.
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SCH 203 - Biochemistry Principles Laboratory 1 Credit(s)
Experiments conducted in the laboratory course complement the concepts discussed in the lecture. This course focuses on analyzing proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids, as well as metabolic pathways in the context of human health. Designed for allied health students.
Credits: 1.
When Offered: Spring semester.
Fee.
Pre-or Corequisite: SCH 202 .
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SCH 204 - Fit for the Chemistry World Seminar (Chemistry) 1 Credit(s)
The following topics will be explored: career opportunities in the chemical sciences, diversity, inclusion, and representation in scientific communities, as well as preparation for professional interviews.
Credits: 1.
When Offered: Fall semester.
Prerequisite: SCH 140 .
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SCH 210 - Organic Chemistry I (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
A study of the chemistry of carbon compounds for science majors. Molecular structure, structure-property relationships, synthesis, reactions, and reaction mechanisms of the major classes of organic compounds. Examples of biological relevance are given.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall semester.
Prerequisite: SCH 140 with a C- or better.
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SCH 211 - Organic Chemistry I Laboratory (Chemistry) 2 Credit(s)
Common laboratory techniques involved in organic synthesis with purification, isolation of natural products, structure elucidation, and qualitative analysis are emphasized. Hands-on experience with instrumentation. Synthesis experiments coordinated with lecture courses. For science majors.
Credits: 2.
When Offered: Fall semester.
Fee.
Pre- or corequisite: SCH 210 .
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SCH 212 - Organic Chemistry II (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
Continuation of topics introduced in SCH 210 .
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Spring semester.
Prerequisite: SCH 210 with a final grade of C- or better.
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SCH 213 - Organic Chemistry II Laboratory (Chemistry) 2 Credit(s)
Continuation of topics introduced in SCH 211 .
Credits: 2.
When Offered: Spring semester.
Fee.
Pre- or corequisite: SCH 212 .
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SCH 214 - Analytical Chemistry (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
A study of analytical chemistry techniques including titrations, acid-base and buffer chemistry, electrochemistry, and analytical separations as well as foundational coverage of spectroscopic instrumental methods. Particular emphasis on data analysis and ethics in scientific measurements is included.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall semester.
Prerequisites: SCH 142 and SCH 210 .
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SCH 217 - Analytical Chemistry Laboratory (Chemistry) 1 Credit(s)
Analytical chemistry laboratory techniques including titrations, acid-base and buffer chemistry, and electrochemistry as well as foundational spectroscopy and chromatography instrumental methods. Advanced statistical analysis and the use of computers for data analysis are employed.
Credits: 1.
When Offered: Fall semester.
Fee.
Prerequisites: SCH 143 and SCH 211 .
Pre- or corequisite: SCH 214 .
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SCH 303 - Scientific Communication Seminar I (Chemistry) 0.50 Credit(s)
The following topics will be explored: chemical information resources, searching science literature, critiquing primary literature in the chemistry field, communicating scientific findings through a variety of presentation styles.
Credits: .50.
When Offered: Spring semester.
Prerequisite: SCH 212 .
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SCH 325 - Biochemistry (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
Chemical structures and biological functions of proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids. Survey of major metabolic pathways involving carbohydrates, lipids, and amino acids. Structure-function relationships of biological membranes. Nucleic acid metabolism and protein synthesis. Recombinant DNA technology.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall and spring semesters.
Prerequisite: SCH 212 .
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SCH 326 - Biochemistry Laboratory (Chemistry) 1 Credit(s)
Introduction to basic biochemical laboratory techniques such as spectrophotometry, chromatography, and electrophoresis. Enzyme kinetics and isolation, purification, and characterization of proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids are emphasized.
Credits: 1.
When Offered: Fall and spring semesters.
Fee.
Prerequisite: SCH 213 .
Pre- or corequisite: SCH 325 .
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SCH 330 - Thermodynamics (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
An introduction to physical chemistry with emphasis on equilibrium thermodynamics, chemical and physical equilibrium, and chemical kinetics.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall semester.
Prerequisite: SCH 212 , SCH 213 , SPH 112 , and SPH 113 .
Pre- or corequisite: SMA 200 .
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SCH 331 - Thermodynamics Laboratory (Chemistry) 2 Credit(s)
Laboratory course that introduces students to both classical and modern methods of analysis in physical chemistry. Experiments include calorimetry, chemical-and-phase equilibrium analysis, kinetics, and viscosity measurements. Computational analysis tools are integrated in the context of physical science applications.
Credits: 2.
When Offered: Fall semester.
Fee.
Writing Intensive course.
Prerequisites: SCH 212 , SCH 213 , SPH 112 , and SPH 113 .
Pre- or corequisite: SMA 200 .
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SCH 332 - Quantum Mechanics (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
An introduction to quantum theory and its application to spectroscopic analysis of atoms and molecules.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Spring semester.
Prerequisites: SCH 212 , SCH 213 , SPH 112 , and SPH 113 .
Pre- or corequisite: SMA 200 .
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SCH 345 - Inorganic Chemistry (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
A study of inorganic chemistry topics including atomic structure and the impact of effective nuclear charge on chemical and physical properties, molecular orbital theory, solid state crystal structures, molecular geometry, symmetry elements and operations, transition metal properties and complexes, and crystal field and ligand field theories.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall semester, even-numbered years.
Prerequisites: SCH 212 and SCH 213 .
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SCH 348 - Advanced Synthesis Laboratory (Chemistry) 1 Credit(s)
A laboratory course that involves advanced synthetic methods and analyses of organic, organometallic and inorganic compounds. Synthetic methods include micro- and macro-scale techniques and an introduction to air-free techniques. Analyses focus on characterization including GC-MS, FTIR and NMR.
Credits: 1.
When Offered: Fall semester.
Fee.
Prerequisites: SCH 212 and SCH 213 .
Pre- or corequisite: SCH 345 or SCH 350 .
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SCH 350 - Advanced Organic Chemistry (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
Covers advanced organic chemistry topics beyond those in the Organic Chemistry I and II sequence. Topics include rationally writing complex reaction mechanisms, advanced organic reactions, and current developments in organic chemistry literature.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall semester, odd-numbered years.
Prerequisite: SCH 212 .
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SCH 355 - Instrumental Analysis (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
A study of instrumentation and the principles of operation underlying modern instrumental methods. The study progresses from basic discussions of signal and noise to a detailed understanding of specific techniques including spectrophotometric, chromatographic, and electroanalytical with emphasis on the atomic and molecular origins of analytical signals.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Spring semester.
Prerequisites: SCH 212 , SCH 213 , SCH 214 , and SCH 217 .
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SCH 357 - Advanced Spectroscopy Laboratory (Chemistry) 1 Credit(s)
Laboratory course that provides hands-on experience with advanced spectroscopic methods for analysis. The student will utilize modern spectroscopic instrumentation, including atomic absorption, fluorescence, FTIR, Raman, UV-vis, and NMR. Computational studies with quantum mechanical principles are applied to the interpretation of spectroscopic data. Computer acquisition and analysis of data are widely utilized.
Credits: 1.
When Offered: Spring semester.
Fee.
Pre- or corequisite: SCH 330 or SCH 355 .
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SCH 380 - Advanced Biochemistry (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
This course includes in-depth study of enzymes including mechanisms, kinetics, and regulation methods. Metabolic pathways and connections between genetics, nutrition, and disease are emphasized. Current developments in biochemistry laboratory techniques and literature are discussed.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
Prerequisite: SCH 325 .
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SCH 403 - Scientific Communication Seminar II (Chemistry) 0.50 Credit(s)
This course will be a continuation of topics introduced in Scientific Communication Seminar I. Particular emphasis will be placed on developing student presentations of internship or research project experiences through written and oral methods.
Credits: .50.
When Offered: Spring semester.
Prerequisite: SCH 303 .
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SCH 430 - Internship (Chemistry) 0 Credit(s)
An off-campus laboratory experience arranged by the student, with the assistance of the faculty. The student works in an industrial laboratory. Permission required.
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SCH 431 - Internship/Research Seminar (Chemistry) 1 Credit(s)
Assessment of internship or research experience through a written research paper, public seminar, and presentation at a scientific conference.
Credits: 1.
Pre- or corequisites: SCH 430 or SCH 435 .
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SCJ 110 - Introduction to Criminal Justice (Criminal Justice) 3 Credit(s)
Provides an overview of the criminal justice system in the United States, including the historical and contemporary operation of police, courts, and corrections. Examines differences between the adult and juvenile justice systems. Reviews ethical guidelines for criminal justice professions. A 20-hour service learning requirement introduces students to the components, best practices, and career opportunities in the criminal justice field.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall and spring semesters and OBC session 1.
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SCJ 180 - Restorative Justice (Criminal Justice) 3 Credit(s)
This course provides a thorough introduction to restorative justice theory and practice by exploring the theoretical roots of the restorative justice movement and the methods used in the field. Students develop proficiency in discipline-specific writing.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Spring semester and OBC as needed.
Writing Intensive course.
Prerequisite: SEL 106 or SEL 107 .
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SCJ 200 - Law Enforcement in the Community (Criminal Justice) 3 Credit(s)
Surveys the history, function, and current operation of law enforcement in American society. Studies the role of the police in a democratic society and issues related to the proper boundaries of police authority and discretion. Examines the ethics, opportunities, and dangers of policing as a profession.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall semester and OBC session 3 even-numbered years.
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SCJ 220 - Juvenile Delinquency (Criminal Justice) 3 Credit(s)
Provides an overview of the principles and operation of the juvenile justice system, with a particular focus on restorative justice. Surveys theories and research on the nature, extent, and causes of delinquency and strategies for preventing and treating delinquent behavior.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall semester.
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SCJ 225 - The Criminal Court (Criminal Justice) 3 Credit(s)
Examines the organization and structure of criminal courts in the United States and their functioning in relation to other components of the criminal justice system. Stages in the criminal court process and the roles played by the judge, defense counsel, police, probation officers, and other personnel in that process are discussed.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Spring semester and OBC session 2 even-numbered years.
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SCJ 250 - Special Topics:Criminal Justice (Criminal Justice) 3 Credit(s)
Explores various topics in criminal justice.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall and spring semesters and OBC session 3 even-numbered years.
Fee when a field trip is part of the course.
Prerequisite: SCJ 110 .
Repeatable for credit.
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SCJ 260 - The Dark Side of Crime: Profiling (Criminal Justice) 3 Credit(s)
This course allows the student an opportunity to become acquainted with the terminology of profiling and to gain a basic understanding of the factors involved in profiling.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall semester and OBC as needed.
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SCJ 300 - Corrections (Criminal Justice) 3 Credit(s)
Examines the legally sanctioned methods of dealing with lawbreakers including institutional corrections, community corrections, and dispositions including community service, restitution programs, victim awareness programs, and electronic monitoring. A 20-hour service learning component introduces students to correctional facilities, practices, and personnel. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors only.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Spring semester and OBC as needed.
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SCJ 320 - Comparative Criminology (Criminal Justice) 3 Credit(s)
Provides a theory-based comparison and analysis of the impact of internationalization and globalization on crime and criminal justice systems across non-western cultures. Students utilize current research studies to measure and compare non-western cultural crime trends and differences in legal foundations/traditions, criminal procedures, court processes, and corrections, with emphasis on the role of geographical, historical, and cultural traditions in shaping criminal justice and deviant behaviors.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall and Spring semester and OBC session 1.
Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Global Perspectives requirement.
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SCJ 405 - Policy & Program Analysis (Criminal Justice) 3 Credit(s)
By learning and applying an evaluation process to criminal justice policies, students learn how to determine whether policies and programs address specific needs, are theoretically sound, are implemented correctly, meet their goals, and are cost-efficient. Juniors and seniors only.
Credits: 3.
When Offered: Fall semester and OBC session 4 even-numbered years.
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