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CS 660 - Honors Research Semester Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: Honors status and departmental approval.
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CS 670 - Honors Research Semester Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: Honors status and departmental approval.
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CS 680 - Honors Research Semester Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: Honors status and departmental approval.
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CS 690 - Honors Research Semester Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: Honors status and departmental approval.
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Creative Media Production |
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CMP 101 - Radio and TV Fundamentals Semester Hours: 4
Students will learn basic audio and video production skills that will enable them to function as announcers and crew members at the College radio and TV facilities. Weekend work at the radio or TV stations is a required component of the course.
Cross-Listed: BC 101
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CMP 110 - Graphics Design Semester Hours: 4
This course presents the foundation for understanding the discipline of graphic design. Students will gain an understanding of fundamental terminology and technical issues in graphics and design. Presentations and discussions will introduce the incorporation of digital imagery into the disciplines of graphic design, illustration and photography. In addition, students will survey other design disciplines such as product design, industrial design, architecture, etc. This course will utilize Adobe® InDesign® and Illustrator® software applications. Meets Visual and Performing Arts Intellectual Perspective requirement (VP).
Cross-Listed: BC 110 , SCSM 110
Intellectual Perspective: VP
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CMP 112 - Digital Movie Making Semester Hours: 4
This beginning level course will introduce students to the art of digital moviemaking using consumer digital cameras. The class will shoot, edit, act in and produce projects to be shared online. Meets Visual and Performing Arts Intellectual Perspective requirement (VP).
Cross-Listed: SCSM 112
Intellectual Perspective: VP
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CMP 114 - Digital Photography Semester Hours: 4
This course will investigate the fundamentals of digital photography and imaging. Students will learn to photograph, manipulate digital photography, and learn the use of basic cameras and photographic equipment. In addition, this course will emphasis development of basic and creative shooting skills. This course will utilize Adobe® Photoshop®. Meets Visual and Performing Arts Intellectual Perspective requirement (VP).
Cross-Listed: BC 114 , SCSM 114
Intellectual Perspective: VP
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CMP 199 - Experimental Course Semester Hours: 1-4
Experimental course.
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CMP 219 - Publication Design Semester Hours: 4
This course develops skills and advanced knowledge of design for print and publication. The emphasis of this course is to create layouts for different types of media including newspaper, magazine, multi-page publications, and advanced layouts for consumer use. Students will gain an understanding in digital publication design, in addition the challenges of physically printing their designs. Presentations and discussions will further advance design terminology and study the ways consumers view marketing materials through peer review and outside critique. This course will utilize Adobe® InDesign® and Illustrator® software applications.
Prerequisite: CMP 110 , Graphics Design.
Cross-Listed: BC 219 , SCSM 219
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CMP 247 - Advanced Design and Advertising Semester Hours: 4
In this course students will explore various advanced topics in design including: publication design and advertising campaigns. Publication design will focus on the layout, design and production of multi-page documents. Examples of multi-page documents include; magazine, catalog, newsletter and brochure layouts. In the study of advertising, students will implement a project from initial concept through client presentation to production. Multiple means of commercial advertising are explored including; newspaper, magazine, broadcast and web integrated advertising campaigns. Students will experience the advertising agency team concept including creative direction, art direction, design, and copywriting. In addition, students will experience research, analysis, planning, and presentation.
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CMP 251 - Single Camera Video Production Semester Hours: 4
This course introduces the student to the fundamentals and best practices of single-camera video production. Students obtain experience in pre-production, production and post-production utilizing digital video cameras and digital video editing. They also apply fundamentals for audio and lighting in productions while operating in our cable TV operations and with online video productions with WCN 24/7. Lab required.
Cross-Listed: BC 251 , SCSM 251
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CMP 260 - Typography Semester Hours: 4
Introduction to terminology, typeface anatomy, style, specification and use of typography. Concentration is on the aesthetic and communicative aspects of typography. The application of techniques are used to integrate type, images and layout. The first half of this course will emphasize basic design principles and the fundamentals of typography. The second half of this course builds upon the fundamental typographic skills and techniques acquired in first half. Emphasis in the second half is on experimentation with type-centric design as a strong communication tool. Exploration includes the integration of type and images through innovative conceptual thinking. Meets Visual and Performing Arts Intellectual Perspective requirement (VP).
Intellectual Perspective: VP
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CMP 299 - Experimental Course Semester Hours: 1-4
Experimental course.
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CMP 301 - Applied Social Media Semester Hours: 4
This course allows the student the ability to examine how organizations can effectively use social media to communicate with various constituencies. Not only will there be opportunity to learn about social media theory but the application of this theory will be an integral part of the course experience.
Cross-Listed: PCL 301 , SCSM 301
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CMP 310 - Digital Video and Cinema Semester Hours: 4
In this course students will gain hands-on experience in digital video and cinema production. Emphasis is on learning to use cameras and associated video/cinema equipment. In addition, students will also learn cinematography techniques, lighting, grip, and rigging equipment.
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CMP 340 - Corporate Identity and Branding Semester Hours: 4
This course focuses on the design and production process of corporate identity systems and brand identity. This course utilizes a systematic approach to comprehensive corporate identity from concept development through design and production. Students will learn the value and how to create a memorable, sustainable identity. Students will create various components including logos, signage, fleet graphics, stationery packages, and identity manuals.
Prerequisite: CMP 260 .
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CMP 350 - 2D Animation Semester Hours: 4
This course concentrates on combining visual elements from a variety of sources into graphic elements for film, video, and web. Students will gain an understanding about the components that make up animation and build on foundational knowledge of pre-production materials including storyboarding and creating a production book. Emphasis is placed on the use of sound, graphics, and story elements to create time-based application and final animations. This course will utilize Adobe After Effects® along with the option to use graphics created in Adobe Illustrator® and Adobe Photoshop® software application.
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CMP 399 - Experimental Course Semester Hours: 1-4
Experimental course.
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CMP 499 - Experimental Course Semester Hours: 1-4
Experimental course.
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CMP 590 - Field Experience/Internship Semester Hours: 1-4
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CMP 601 - Capstone Semester Hours: 4
The capstone course requires students to develop a project that explores a topic in communication studies. Students present their work to the campus community.
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CMP 620 - Independent Study Semester Hours: 1-4
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CMP 660 - Honors Research Semester Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: Honors status and departmental approval.
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CMP 670 - Honors Research Semester Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: Honors status and departmental approval.
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CMP 680 - Honors Research Semester Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: Honors status and departmental approval.
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CMP 690 - Honors Research Semester Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: Honors status and departmental approval.
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Criminal Justice Studies |
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CJS 101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice Studies Semester Hours: 4
This course is designed as an introduction to the U.S. criminal justice system; including, but not limited to the history of the U.S. criminal justice system, foundational aspects of law, various components of law enforcement, the criminal court process and the practice of corrections. We will approach and discuss various issues related to crime, prosecution and corrections from a sociological perspective. The main goal of this course is to develop a general understanding of the history and current composition of the criminal justice system, as well as how it interfaces with individuals and societal intuitions.
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CJS 199 - Experimental Course Semester Hours: 1-4
Experimental course.
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CJS 200 - Studies in Criminology and Criminal Justice Semester Hours: 4
This course will deal with specific aspects of criminology and the criminal justice system not included in the regular curriculum. Topics will be announced prior to registration.
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CJS 201 - Juvenile Delinquency and Justice Semester Hours: 4
An exploration of juvenile misconduct and its legal consequences. Theories explaining juvenile delinquency from a variety of perspectives will be examined. The emergence and present state of the juvenile justice system will be covered as well. Meets Social Thought and Tradition Intellectual Perspective requirement (ST).
Intellectual Perspective: ST
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CJS 202 - Criminology Semester Hours: 4
The growing field of Criminology is interdisciplinary. This course utilizes both structural and individualistic approaches to examine aspects of crime; including, but not limited to the social and physical characteristics of community networks and the influence of personal demographics like (perceived) age, gender, race, ethnicity and social class. We will begin by examining the prevalent definitions, applications and measurements of crime. We will also discuss some of the popular theoretical explanations for certain types of criminal behavior, as well as victimization. This analysis will culminate in a discussion centered on innovative approaches to reducing crime. Throughout the semester this course will explore the following three questions: 1. Why do crime rates differ across social and geographic locations, and over time?, 2. Why do crime rates differ according to the key dimensions of structured social inequality (i.e. race, ethnicity, social class and gender)?, 3. How and why is the legal response to crime shaped by personal characteristics of the individual offender?
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CJS 203 - Victimology Semester Hours: 2
This course provides an introduction to the study of criminal victimization. We will investigate patterns of criminal victimization using empirical data, apply theoretical concepts to empirical patterns, analyze specific forms of victimization (e.g. intimate partner violence, child maltreatment, property victimization), consider the impact of crime on victims and society (e.g. fear of crime), the role of victims within the criminal justice system, specific remedies, and victim rights and services.
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CJS 204 - Police Semester Hours: 2
This course explores the history, development, current practices and future of the police at the local, state, federal and, at times, global level. Students will receive a basic introduction to the role of the police in a diverse and democratic society, with a focus on police discretion, types of policing and use of force.
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CJS 205 - Criminal Courts Semester Hours: 2
This course focuses on America’s criminal courts. We will discuss the major players in the criminal justice system-defense attorneys, prosecutors, and judges-and the ways in which their behavior is influenced by their roles, their experiences on the job and the small group environment. We will also discuss controversial policies in the criminal justice field, paying particular attention to the motivation behind the adoption of such policies and the degree to which the effects of such policies have fulfilled or conflicted with those motivations.
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CJS 206 - Corrections Semester Hours: 2
This course explores the history, development, current practices and future of correctional systems at the local, state, federal and, at times, global level. This course takes a multi-disciplinary view of selected areas and issues relevant to correctional goals (general/specific deterrence, incapacitation, rehabilitation, restitution, retribution and restorative justice) for offenders in secure confinement (jails and prisons) and community-based alternatives to jails and prisons (probation, parole, restitution, community service, intensive probation/parole, electronic monitoring, boot camps and community-corrections programs).
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CJS 207 - The Death Penalty Semester Hours: 2
This course explores the death penalty, the ultimate penalty meted out by the state. The class will address a series of important questions: Which societies have used capital punishment and in what circumstances? Which countries besides the US continue to use the penalty? What methods of execution do states use? What legal standards are applied to the death penalty in the US? Does the death penalty deter crime? What do Americans think about the death penalty? What impact does being on death row have for inmates and their families? What issues of injustice and reform are raised by the use of capital punishment?
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CJS 215 - Drugs and Society Semester Hours: 4
In this class we examine drug-related issues in an objective manner, as informed by historical context, medical research, social scientific theory and data, policy analysis and, briefly, comparative perspectives. We pay special attention to the treatment of drug use and abuse within the criminal justice system. We consider questions that include: Do more lenient drug use laws necessarily produce greater drug use? How does the harm to society of the War on Drugs compare to that of drug use? What general costs and benefits surround drug regulation, and what unintended consequences does it produce? While both alcohol and tobacco are medically and legally considered to be drugs, given the broad scope of this topic we focus our attention on substances usually or sometimes considered to be illicit drugs.
Intellectual Perspective: ST
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CJS 299 - Experimental Course Semester Hours: 1-4
Experimental course.
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CJS 302 - Sociology of Law and Legal Systems Semester Hours: 4
This course tests several common assumptions about the law-that it embodies morality; that it ensures justice; that it serves everyone’s interests; that it constrains behavior; that it can be used to bring about social change. We will compare the law to other forms of social control and consider the utility of law in countries making transitions from violence and repression.
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CJS 303 - Management and Leadership Semester Hours: 4
This course analyzes the organization, management, and administration of local, state, and federal criminal justice agencies with emphasis on how the structure and functions of such agencies, as well as culture, affect the administration of justice.
Prerequisite: 4 semester hours of CJS coursework or permission of instructor.
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CJS 304 - Crime and Law Enforcement in Rural Communities Semester Hours: 4
This course explores the specific ways that crime and law enforcement work in the rural context. Rural areas are often seen as peaceful, orderly places, but they present a range of geographic, cultural and economic opportunities for crime. This course will explore a range of crimes (like poaching and meth production) that have particular ties to rural areas. The course will also explore the particular challenges of providing police protection to rural areas that are different from those faced by officers in urban and suburban jurisdictions.
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CJS 399 - Experimental Course Semester Hours: 1-4
Experimental course.
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CJS 405 - Critical Issues in Policing Semester Hours: 4
This course offers an in-depth investigation of the evolution of law enforcement in the United States, leading into inquiry of a number of current, critical issues shaping policing locally, nationally and internationally. Critical issues examined include: the militarization of U.S. police forces, policing post-conflict cities, technological advances in policing, policing the drug trade in rural and urban America as well as abroad and the increased role of police forces in homeland security.
Prerequisite: 8 semester hours of CJS coursework or permission of instructor.
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CJS 499 - Experimental Course Semester Hours: 1-4
Experimental course.
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CJS 590 - Field Experience/Internship Semester Hours: 1-4
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CJS 620 - Independent Study Semester Hours: 1-4
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CJS 660 - Honors Research Semester Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: Honors status and departmental approval.
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CJS 670 - Honors Research Semester Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: Honors status and departmental approval.
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CJS 680 - Honors Research Semester Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: Honors status and departmental approval.
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CJS 690 - Honors Research Semester Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: Honors status and departmental approval.
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Early Childhood Education |
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ECE 199 - Experimental Course Semester Hours: 1-4
Experimental course.
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ECE 201 - Issues and Trends Semester Hours: 3
This course will focus on the current trends and practices of early childhood education programs which serve children from birth to age nine. Professional development, history and theories, programming, development and learning, and the special needs of young children will be addressed as they relate to early childhood education. PDE Stage 1 - Observation: 05-10 hours.
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ECE 203 - Family-School-Community Diversity Semester Hours: 3
This course will focus on understanding how families and communities are significant contexts for children’s development and school success. Based upon these insights, students will collaboratively explore ways to build bridges of understanding between diverse schools, families, and communities. Student engagement with diverse families as field experiences will allow the student to critically reflect on a family’s funds of knowledge considering different cultural ways of knowing. The students will use these discoveries to develop culturally responsive explorations for their future classrooms. PDE Stage 1 - Observation: 05-10 hours.
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ECE 299 - Experimental Course Semester Hours: 1-4
Experimental course.
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ECE 321 - Math for Preschool Semester Hours: 2
This course is an introduction to the content and methods of teaching mathematics in the PreK years which meets the PA Early Childhood Education standards. Instructional strategies are based on a constructivist approach emphasizing problem solving, estimation and making sense of mathematics. The role of technology in instruction, modern trends in mathematics education, research, and application of skills are included. The use of age-appropriate manipulative materials in a laboratory situation and group problem solving are developed as classroom models of instruction. This course must be taken in combination with ECE 362 Observation and Assessment PreK-4.
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ECE 322 - Math for Primary Grades Semester Hours: 2
This course is an introduction to the content and methods of teaching mathematics in the primary grades which meets the PA Academic and National Council of Teachers of Mathematics standards. Instructional strategies are based on a constructivist approach emphasizing problem solving, estimation and making sense of mathematics. The role of technology in instruction, modern trends in mathematics education, research, and application of skills are included. The use of age-appropriate manipulative materials in a laboratory situation and group problem solving are developed as classroom models of instruction. This course must be taken in combination with ECE 362 Observation and Assessment PreK-4.
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ECE 331 - Language Development Pre-K Semester Hours: 2
This course is designed to examine the developmental sequence of language acquisition and knowledge of phonics from PreK-4. It will also examine the language arts receptive and productive categories of oral, written, and visual language as part of a classroom curriculum. This course must be taken in combination with ECE 362 Observation and Assessment PreK-4.
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ECE 332 - Language Development Primary Semester Hours: 2
This course is designed to examine the developmental sequence of language acquisition and knowledge of phonics from grades K-4. It will also examine the language arts receptive and productive categories of oral, written, and visual language as part of a classroom curriculum. This course must be taken in combination with ECE 362 Observation and Assessment PreK-4.
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ECE 341 - Emergent Literacy Semester Hours: 2
An introductory study of various theories of emergent literacy and literacy development. Students examine how children’s literacy roots evolve from their home and community lives. The role of comprehension and phonics instruction within guided and shared reading experiences is studied. Emphasis is placed upon building family-school partnerships. This course must be taken in combination with ECE 362 Observation and Assessment PreK-4.
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ECE 342 - Literacy in Primary Semester Hours: 2
An introductory study of various literacy theories. Emphasis is placed on exploring how literacy curriculum, instruction, and assessment inform each other. Systematic evaluation tools for proficient and struggling readers are explored. This course must be taken in combination with ECE 362 Observation and Assessment PreK-4.
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ECE 352 - Social Studies Semester Hours: 4
Social Studies PreK-8 is a required course with the goal of equipping prospective PreK-4 Early Childhood teachers with tools for teaching social studies to children. This course requires that the student works to develop initial ideas of social studies teaching which include methods of content selection, methods of teaching, and be able to explain the critical role of social studies education in the school curriculum. This course must be taken in combination with ECE 362 Observation and Assessment PreK-4.
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ECE 362 - PreK-4 Practicum Semester Hours: 2
This course is designed to provide pre-service teacher candidates with hands-on experiences in observing and assessing children. In PreK-4 settings, students will teach lessons, administer assessment instruments, use curriculum-based measurement, and evaluate and interpret the results for instructional purposes. PDE Stage 3 - Pre-Student Teaching: 160 hours.
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ECE 399 - Experimental Course Semester Hours: 1-4
Experimental course.
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ECE 499 - Experimental Course Semester Hours: 1-4
Experimental course.
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ECE 590 - Field Experience/Internship Semester Hours: 1-4
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ECE 605 - Capstone Semester Hours: 6
Student teaching (12 SH) is a supervised dual student teaching experience open to Early Childhood PreK-4 and Special Education PreK-8 majors who have completed the pattern of required courses. Students are required to participate in related seminars. In addition to the regular tuition and College fees, this course requires a student teaching fee. PDE Stage 4 - Student Teaching: 12-16 weeks or 640 hours.
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ECE 620 - Independent Study Semester Hours: 1-4
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ECE 660 - Honors Research Semester Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: Honors status and departmental approval.
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ECE 670 - Honors Research Semester Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: Honors status and departmental approval.
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ECE 680 - Honors Research Semester Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: Honors status and departmental approval.
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ECE 690 - Honors Research Semester Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: Honors status and departmental approval.
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ECO 150 - Economic Reasoning Semester Hours: 4
Fundamental economic concepts and theories of supply and demand, resource allocation, taxation, international trade, externalities, public goods, market models, and labor markets. An emphasis on applications in both public policy and individual decision making will be recurrent throughout the course. Meets Social Thought and Tradition Intellectual Perspective requirement (ST).
Intellectual Perspective: ST
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ECO 151 - Environmental Economics and Sustainability Semester Hours: 4
ECO 151 is a sister course to ECO 150 Economic Reasoning. Like ECO 150, it is intended to be an introduction to economic analysis. However, ECO 151 has the goal of having students utilize economic reasoning to analyze and create solutions for environmental issues in our society. In this course, students will use economic analysis to understand the impact of using natural resources efficiently and the impact on our world when they are not. The laws of supply and demand will be applied to policy decisions that aim to mitigate the impact of pollution and other negative externalities on people, the environment, and the economy. Students will examine the role that government has in managing environmental problems and study corporate sustainability models being used to benefit the environment and improve the long-term value of the business. Finally, students will apply their learning of environmental economics by performing research on possible economic solutions to an environmental issue.
Intellectual Perspective: ST
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ECO 199 - Experimental Course Semester Hours: 1-4
Experimental course.
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ECO 220 - Statistics Semester Hours: 4
An introductory course in the analysis and interpretation of quantitative data. Attention is given to the binomial distribution, the normal distribution, sampling, introductory probability theory, and hypothesis testing. Real world applications are used with computer software for statistical analysis. Not available to students with credit in BIO 206 , MTH 335 , PSY 201 , PS 301 , SSC 251 , or SSC 252 .
Prerequisite: MTH 131 (or concurrent enrollment in MTH 131 ).
Intellectual Perspective: QR
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ECO 299 - Experimental Course Semester Hours: 1-4
Experimental course.
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ECO 340 - Money and Banking Semester Hours: 4
A study of the role of money in an economic system, the operation and evolution of central banking systems, and the functioning of financial institutions. Among the topics presented are the nature and function of money and credit, classes and functions of commercial banks and their operations, the structure and operation of the Federal Reserve System, theories of the value of money, credit control, and monetary policy.
Prerequisite: ECO 150
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ECO 365 - International Finance Semester Hours: 4
An introduction to theories and policies concerning international trade, open economy macroeconomics, and international finance. Topics include traditional and modern theories of international trade, trade policies in advanced and developing countries, the balance of payments, fixed and flexible exchange rates, arbitrage and hedging, monetary and fiscal policies, currency areas, international debt, and the global capital market. Prerequisites: BA 350 and ECO 150.
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ECO 380 - Investments Semester Hours: 4
A course which presents a realistic picture of investment problems and the means for their successful solution. Description of the basic investment instruments is provided.
Prerequisite: ACC 202 . BA 350 is strongly recommended.
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ECO 399 - Experimental Course Semester Hours: 1-4
Experimental course.
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ECO 499 - Experimental Course Semester Hours: 1-4
Experimental course.
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ECO 590 - Field Experience/Internship Semester Hours: 1-4
Not counted in the minimum number of courses needed in the major. All grading S/U.
Prerequisite: six courses in accounting, economics and/or business, junior or senior standing, consent of department, and a GPA of at least 2.0.
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ECO 601 - Capstone: AdvancedFinance Semester Hours: 4
The course will survey common methods of forecasting sales, share prices and other variables using techniques that include univariate and multivariate time series, regression and data mining.
Prerequisite: BA 350 and ECO 220 (or equivalent).
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ECO 610 - Seminar/Advanced Topics Semester Hours: 1-4
A study of relevant topics and techniques pertaining to the current business and economics issues.
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ECO 611 - Seminar/Advanced Topics Semester Hours: 1-4
A study of relevant topics and techniques pertaining to the current business and economics issues.
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ECO 620 - Independent Study Semester Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: six courses in accounting, economics and/or business with at least a 3.250, junior or senior standing, and consent of department.
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ECO 660 - Honors Research Semester Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: Honors status and departmental approval.
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ECO 670 - Honors Research Semester Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: Honors status and departmental approval.
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ECO 680 - Honors Research Semester Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: Honors status and departmental approval.
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ECO 690 - Honors Research Semester Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: Honors status and departmental approval.
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EDU 199 - Experimental Course Semester Hours: 1-4
Experimental course.
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EDU 203 - Multicultural Education Semester Hours: 2
The class provides pre -service teachers with opportunities to explore ways to understand and appreciate their own culture and elementary students’ diverse cultures. Since learning occurs in a multicultural world with many ways of knowing, opportunities are needed to critically examine beliefs and classroom practices that value each student’s unique cultural background. Literacy experiences with multicultural children’s literature between pre-service teachers and elementary students build a foundation for future interactions with students.
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EDU 204 - Educational Technology Semester Hours: 2
The Education Department with assistance from Westminster Library Technology Services will offer a seven week course that will help you get the experience you need to drive the 21st century classroom. Students will become familiar with various technologies and strategies for effectively integrating them into the K-12 curriculum. Topics that will be covered include: Smart Board use, class webpages/blogs, collaboration tools, video and productivity applications. Students will relate content area to technology and also examine PA Common Core standards and ISTE standards regarding best practices in integrating technology into the classroom.
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EDU 220 - Teaching Literature and Grammar Semester Hours: 4
A course in teaching secondary literature and grammar for senior English majors/ secondary education minors. Students wishing to teach at the secondary school level survey required course texts and develop strategies for teaching literature, grammar, and writing. In the process, students share research into secondary sources in these areas. They also design group projects and present them to their peers. This course allows future secondary English teachers to combine their experience studying texts, grammar and writing as English majors with their assignments in education courses, preparing them more completely for classroom experience.
Prerequisite: Declared English major/secondary education minor and senior standing.
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EDU 231 - Educational Psychology Semester Hours: 4
A study of the teaching and learning process for students preparing to teach children and adolescents. The units of the course include learning, instruction, human development, motivation, management, and assessment. A practicum with children and/or adolescents is included. PDE Stage 1 - Observation: 05-10 hours.
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EDU 266 - Exploring Literacy Connections Semester Hours: 2
Children’s literature can be dream making, inspiring, captivating, and informing. This course will provide a broad understanding of the many genres in children’s literature and a contemporary view of strategies and techniques for involving children with this literature. It will also include a review of the current research on issues related to children’s literature. Children’s literature appropriate for PreK4 children will be emphasized. PDE Stage 1 - Observation required: 05-10 hours.
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EDU 299 - Experimental Course Semester Hours: 1-4
Experimental course.
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EDU 311 - Teaching Science Semester Hours: 4
Introduction to the content and methods of science in the PreK-8 schools. Careful attention is given to the organization and conduct of meaningful science learning experiences at the various age levels. The roles of inquiry and discovery teaching, hands-on-learning activities, and current research are studied as they relate to children’s acquisition of science concepts. Special attention is given to the treatment of values in science. For Early Childhood PreK-4/ Special Education PreK-8 majors. PDE Stage 2 - Exploration: 05-15 hours.
Prerequisite: life science and physical science or permission of instructor.
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EDU 351 - Reading Content Area Semester Hours: 4
This course is an overview of the reading and writing processes with an emphasis on assessment and the application of the strategies used to teach reading and writing in the content area. This course includes a tutoring component with middle and high school students in reading and writing in the content areas. PDE Stage 2 - Exploration: 10-20 hours.
When Offered: Each fall semester
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