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Accounting – Undergraduate |
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ACCT 2010D - Accounting Principles I (Financial Accounting) 3 hours
TCCNS Number: (2301 or 2401)
External uses of accounting information; interpretation of accounting data; analysis of financial statements; income and cash flow analysis; nature of assets and liabilities; understanding accounting reporting process. Prerequisite(s): ECON 1100D ; MATH 1100D (or higher). This course may not be taken more than twice at UNT or at another college or university. Students may not retake this course once they have completed (with a grade of C or better) a course for which this is a prerequisite.
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ACCT 2020D - Accounting Principles II (Managerial Accounting) 3 hours
TCCNS Number: (2302)
A study of the use of accounting information for business decision making. Topics include : cost behavior analysis, cost-volume-profit relationships, and the identification of costs relevant to the decision making process. Students are introduced to various cost system designs, standard costs, variable costing, operational budgeting, and decision making in decentralized businesses. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2010D with a grade of C or better ; ECON 1100D ; MATH 1100D (or higher). This course may not be taken more than twice whether at UNT or at another college or university. Students may not retake this course once they have completed (with a grade of C or better) a course for which this is a prerequisite.
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ACCT 3110D - Intermediate Accounting I 3 hours
An in-depth study of the process of preparing and presenting financial information about an entity for outside users (Part I). Topics vary but typically include: standard setting; the accounting cycle including data accumulation, adjustments and preparation of financial statements; and valuation. There is a focus on the recognition, measurement and disclosure of revenue; inventory and cost of sales; and plant assets. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2010D and ACCT 2020D with a grades of C or better ; ECON 1100D and ECON 1110D ; and MATH 1190D or MATH 1400D or MATH 1710D . This course may not be taken more than twice at UNT or at another college or university. Students may not retake this course once they have completed (with a grade of C or better) a course for which this is a prerequisite.
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ACCT 3120D - Intermediate Accounting II 3 hours
An in-depth study of the process of preparing and presenting financial information about an entity for outside users (Part II). Topics vary but typically include analysis of recognition, measurement and disclosure of: equity investments, financing activities (bonded debt, leases, pensions), income taxes, stockholders’ equity, specialized reporting problems and cash flow. Prerequisite(s):ACCT 3110D ; ACCT 3405D , if required for degree program; must have a 3.0 GPA in all ACCT 3000 and ACCT 4000 courses taken at UNT or their equivalent taken at other colleges and universities to take this course. This course may not be taken more than twice at UNT or at another college or university. Students may not retake this course once they have completed (with a grade of C or better) a course for which this is a prerequisite..
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ACCT 3270D - Cost Accounting 3 hours
Accounting in manufacturing operations; cost concepts and classifications; cost accounting cycle; accounting for materials, labor and burden; process cost accounting; budgeting; standard costs; cost reports; direct costing and differential cost analysis. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2010D and ACCT 2020D with grades of C or better ; ECON 1100D and ECON 1110D ; BCIS 2610D ; and MATH 1190D or MATH 1400D or MATH 1710D . This course may not be taken more than twice at UNT or at another college or university. Students may not retake this course once they have completed (with a grade of C or better) a course for which this is a prerequisite..
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ACCT 3405D - Professional Development 1 hour
Enables students to develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to function effectively and succeed in the business world. Topics covered include how to dress for success, confidence and motivation, self-assessment, handling conflict and stress, personal and business ethics, dining etiquette, resume writing, professional certification opportunities, job search and interviewing, and the necessity for continuous self-improvement. In addition to faculty instruction, topics are covered by using former students and other guest lecturers from business, industry and government to expose students to career enhancing opportunities and to provide valuable insights from first-hand experiences. Prerequisite(s) : ACCT 2020D with a grade of C or better. This course may not be taken more than twice at UNT or at another college or university.
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ACCT 4100D - Accounting Systems 3 hours
Introduction to technology/accounting information systems and their interface with processes and process re-engineering. Application of systems development life cycle to the engineering of accounting information systems. Emphasis on auditing system security and integrity. Coverage of project management and accounting systems development. Practical experience with a commercial accounting package. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3120D is a Corequisite; must have a 3.0 GPA in all ACCT 3000 and ACCT 4000 courses taken at UNT or their equivalent taken at other colleges and universities to take this course. This course may not be taken more than twice at UNT or at another college or university. Students may not retake this course once they have completed (with a grade of C or better) a course for which this is a prerequisite.
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ACCT 4130D - Financial Statement Analysis 3 hours
Ratio and analysis and interpretation of balance sheet and income statement data. Account classifications and income measurements; company ratios, trends and present position; development of industry standards and status of business indicators as a guide for economic forecasts. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2010D and ACCT 2020D with grades of C or better ; ECON 1100D and ECON 1110D ; BCIS 2610D . Not open to accounting majors. This course may not be taken more than twice at UNT or at another college or university.
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ACCT 4140D - Advanced Accounting Principles 3 hours
Problems connected with income determination and equity accounting, and consolidated statements; domestic and foreign branches, and international accounting; statement of affairs; fiduciaries; actuarial science. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3120D with a grade of C or better. This course may not be taken more than twice at UNT or at another college or university.
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ACCT 4270D - Advanced Cost Accounting 3 hours
Nature, measurement and analysis of accounting data appropriate to managerial decision making, and comprehensive budgeting; statistical cost estimation; cost-volume-profit analysis; gross profit analysis; application of probability to cost control; capital planning. PERT-cost. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3270D with a grade of C or better. This course may not be taken more than twice at UNT or at another college or university.
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ACCT 4300D - Federal Income Taxation 3 hours
A comprehensive introduction to the U.S. federal income tax system. Emphasizes the taxation of individuals but many topics also apply to business entities. Coverage includes technical tax rules and motivations behind these rules, as well as tax planning opportunities and limitations. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2010D and ACCT 2020D with grades of C or better. This course may not be taken more than twice at UNT or at another college or university.
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ACCT 4400D - Auditing Professional Responsibilities 3 hours
Introduction to auditing and the professional responsibilities of a career in any specialty of the accounting profession. Topics include the legal and ethical responsibilities of accountants; professional auditing standards; the acquisition, evaluation and documentation of audit evidence; reports on the results of the engagement. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3120D and ACCT 4100D ; BLAW 3430D . Must have a 2.5 GPA in all ACCT 3000 and ACCT 4000 courses taken at UNT or their equivalent taken at other colleges and universities to take this course. This course may not be taken more than twice at UNT or at another college or university.
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ACCT 4420D - International Accounting 3 hours
Integrates the functional areas of accounting and demonstrates how accounting relates to the disciplines in the College of Business Administration core. Cross-functional and global approaches to organizational issues are emphasized. Enhances the ability of students to think critically, and to develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to compete effectively in the global business world. Topics covered include: multinational strategy, global perspectives in accounting, environmental, social and political influences on accounting, accounting information systems in a multinational enterprise, performance evaluation in a multinational enterprise, and the exploration of timely topical issues such as NAFTA, the European Union, and the globalization of securities markets. Prerequisite(s) : ACCT 4100D with a grade of C or better. This course may not be taken more than twice at UNT or at another college or university.
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ACCT 4800D - Internship 3 hours
Supervised work in a job relative to student’s career objective. Prerequisite(s): student must meet the employer’s requirements and have consent of the professional program director. May be repeated, but only 3 hours may apply toward degree program credit.
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ACCT 4900D - Special Problems 1-3 hours
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Accounting – Graduate |
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ACCT 5020D - Accumulation and Analysis of Accounting Data 3 hours
Provides an understanding of accounting procedures and concepts utilized by management in making decisions. Basic concepts and techniques of accounting; the role of an accounting system in business operations and management; preparation and interpretation of financial reports. This course meets the deficiency requirement in accounting for MBA candidates and may be counted as part of a graduate program in a field other than business administration. Prerequisite(s) : May not be taken for credit if ACCT 2010D and ACCT 2020D or the equivalent has been taken and a grade of C or better was earned.
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ACCT 5130D - Accounting for Management 3 hours
Designed to provide an understanding of managerial accounting data in making business decisions. Cases, readings and projects are used to examine a wide variety of managerial topics. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 5020D ; ECON 5000D ; MATH 1190D or MATH 1400D ; BCIS 5090D (BCIS 2610D , BCIS 3610D ); MSCI 5010 (MSCI 3700, MSCI 3710). For students not seeking a BS or MS with a major in accounting. Prerequisite (s) : ACCT 5020D ; ECON 5000D ; MATH 1190D or MATH 1400D ; DSCI 5010. For students not seeking a BS or MS with a major in accounting.
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Anthropology – Undergraduate |
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ANTH 1010D - Introduction to Anthropology 3 hours
TCCNS Number: (2346)
This course surveys and explains the cultural, linguistic and biological legacy of humankind, from antiquity to the present, using research tools of anthropology. Anthropology is both a scientific and humanistic endeavor that attempts to explain the differences and similarities between and among human groups. Anthropology studies where people come from, who they are, what they do, and why they do it. Satisfies the Social and Behavioral Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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Applied Economics – Undergraduate |
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AECO 4000D - Mediation 3 hours
Develops mediator competence. Defines and examines the process of mediation. Covers the history and development of mediation and introduces theories of conflict management. Reviews diverse settings of mediation, such as domestic, commercial, non-profit, employment and institutional environments. Significant legal, ethical, professional cultural and gender considerations are explored. Students participate in mediation exercises and simulations. Required for interdisciplinary minor in alternative dispute resolution.
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AECO 4010D - Family Mediation 3 hours
Provides mediators with advanced practical skills and clear theoretical understanding of family mediation, with particular emphasis on divorce and child custody issues. Meets statutory requirements of Texas and many other states for mediators of disputes relating to the parent-child relationship. Preequisite(s) : AECO 4000D Mediation.
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AECO 4020D - Dispute Resolution in the Workplace 3 hours
Review of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) to address sources of conflict in the workplace. Examines procedures and benefits of arbitration, mediation, ombudspersons, minitrials, neutral fact-finding and other alternatives to litigation-based conflict resolution. Trends in use and ethical/professional considerations are considered.
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AECO 4030D - Dispute Resolution in a Global Workplace 3 hours
Explores the relationship of trade-based and work-based conflic with special focus on alternative dispute resolution practices. Examines dispute resolution options available in trade agreements and their implications for workplace and trade. Students learn the benefits and limitations of workplace conflict resolution practices in an environment with multiple layers of world trade.
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AECO 4040D - Crisis Intervention 3 hours
Provides overview of crisis intervention from the perspectives of a host of intervention organizations and professionals. Reviews the tactics, techniques, behaviors, emotions and motivations of those who intervene or negotiate in crisis situations as well as those who intervene or negotiate in crisis situations as well as those of persons who precipitate such actions and their victims. Students will be introduced to professionals who negotiate interventions in suicide, workplace and domestic conflict situations. They will also review existing research and practices about such interventions.
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AECO 4120D - Negotiation and Dispute Resolution 3 hours
Introduces the fundamentals of nonlitigation strategies for a variety of business, professional and personal settings. Learning and skills are developed through lecture, role playing, out-of-class assignments, case studies and negotiation simulations. Required for interdisciplinary minor in alternative dispute resolution
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AECO 4420D - Practicum in Mediation and Dispute Resolution 3 hours
Provides opportunity for students to round out their education in dispute resolution through participation in numerous exercises, simulations and actual mediations and/or other forms of alternative dispute resolution. Prerequisite(s): AECO 2120. Required for interdisciplinary minor in alternative dispute resolution.
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AECO 4900D - Special Problems 1-3 hours
Special problems and research in economic development or regional/sectoral analysis. Registration permitted only upon approval of instructor.
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AECO 4980D - Experimental Course 1-4 hours
New courses offered on a trial basis.
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Applied Economics – Graduate |
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AECO 5050D - Seminar in Contemporary Applied Economic Problems 1-3 hours
Analysis and discussion of significant contemporary issues in economics and public policy. May be repeated for credit
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Applied Gerontology – Undergraduate |
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AGER 2250D - Images of Aging in Film and Literature 3 hours
Study of attitudes toward aging through depictions of the elderly in English-language films and literary works. A major goal of the course is to replace stereotypical views of the elderly with an understanding of the variety of human experience in the last decades of life. Satisfies the Humanities requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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AGER 4500D - Long-Term Care Case Management with Older Adults 3 hours
This practitioner-oriented course focuses on the foundations of case/care management and the care management process as practiced with impaired elderly clients and their family caregivers. Topics include older client intake and assessment, establishing goals and a plan of care, coordinating and linking services and resources, and managing and monitoring care. Situations commonly encountered with at-risk elders are examined using protocols.
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AGER 4550D - Sociology of Aging 3 hours
Twenty-somethings, generation Xers, baby boomersall will be senior citizens sooner or later. Their sex, race/ethnicity and social class will affect their experience of aging. Course explores issues related to successful aging, including what young adults should be doing now to ensure that they have happy, healthy, wealthy and creative golden years. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1510D or equivalent. (Same as SOCI 4550D .)
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AGER 4560D - Minority Aging 3 hours
Introduction to the study of minority elderly in the United States, including their physical and mental health, income security, family relations, and service issues. Course content focuses on African-American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, and Native American elders. Satisfies the Cross-cultural, Diversity and Global Studies requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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AGER 4750D - Sexuality and Aging 3 hours
One of the most pervasive myths of aging is that older people are non-sexual. This course challenges popular stereotypes and examines sexual attitudes, activity and behavior as people age. In addition to common social beliefs and attitudes that may affect the opportunity for sexual expression among older adults, biological changes and sexual response are explored, as are other aspects of intimacy important to aging individuals.
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AGER 4780D - Aging Programs and Services 3 hours
Introduction to the history of social policy in aging; derivations and directions of public policy, interrelationships of agencies; discussion of selected programs and services for the aged.
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AGER 4900D - Special Problems 1-3 hours
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Art – Undergraduate |
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ART 1300D - Art Appreciation for non-art majors 3 hours
TCCNS Number: (ARTS 1301)
Introduction to basic concepts and vocabularies of the visual arts worldwide, designed to expand aesthetic growth and involvement with the visual world. For non-art majors only. Satisfies the Visual and Performing Arts requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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Art Education and Art History – Undergraduate |
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AEAH 3750D - Children and Art 3 hours
(2;4) An exploration of the elements and principles of art; experimentation with a variety of art media as related to the theories of creative development and an appreciation of a variety of visual art forms. Concurrent enrollment in lecture/lab component required. Satisfies fine arts elective for elementary education majors.
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Bilingual and English as a Second Language Education – Undergraduate |
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EDBE 3470D - Foundations of Bilingual and English as Second Language Education 3 hours
Examination of philosophies and theoretical underpinnings of bilingual and ESL education, including a review of historical antecedents of bilingual education and evolution of federal and state language policies governing the education of language-minority children. Three lecture hours a week. Course required for students seeking EC-4 or 4-8 generalist certification with specialization in bilingual or ESL education. Prerequisite(s): May be taken concurrently with EDBE 3480D . Admission to Teacher Education or permission of department.
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EDBE 3480D - Bilingualism and Multiculturism for English Language Learning : Issues and Perspectives 3 hours
Study of the bilingual learner; perspecitves on multiculturism; discussions of cognitive, social and affective factors impacting second language development; insights into education in a pluralistic society. Three lecture hours a week. Observations are required. Course required for students seeking grades EC-4 or 4-8 Generalist certification with specialization in bilingual or ESL education, or 4-8 certification with mathematics/ESL, science/ESL, social studies/ESL, or Reading/LA/ESL. Prerequisite(s): May be taken concurrently with EDBE 3470D . Admission to Teacher Education or permission of department.
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EDBE 4470D - Curriculum and Assessment for Bilingual/ESL Education 3 hours
Examination of the organization of curriculum for second language learners with special focus on testing and evaluation procedures appropriate for bilingual and ESL classrooms; study of formal and informal assessment of language proficiency for instructional purposes and use of standardized achievement tests. Three lecture hours a week. Course required for students in grades EC-4 or 4-8 generalist certification with specialization in bilingual or ESL education. Prerequisite(s): EDBE 3470D and EDBE 3480D . Admission to Teacher Education or permission of department. May be taken concurrently with EDBE 4490D .
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EDBE 4480D - Bilingual Approaches to Content-Based Learning 3 hours
Study of appropriate first language usage in bilingual classrooms, focusing on different core curriculum areas, methods and materials and review of language distribution strategies. Focus on responsive instruction that makes use of effective communication techniques and instructional strategies that actively involve students in the learning process. Three lecture hours a week and one-half field experiences hours per week in a bilingual education classroom. Required for students in grades EC-4 or 4-8 generalist certification with specialization in bilingual education. Language of instruction is Spanish. Placement through departmental Spanish proficiency exam. Prerequisite(s): EDBE 3470D and EDBE 3480D . Admissions to Teacher Education or consent of department. Successful completion of departmental proficiency test in Spanish.
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EDBE 4490D - Teaching ESL EC-12: Instructional Strategies and Resources 3 hours
Study of methods and techniques of teaching English as a second language in elementary and secondary schools; language development techniques and materials for students at different levels of English proficiency. The course focuses on helping students to develop strategies (consistent with state standards for language and content learning) that can improve the English language proficiency and grade level subject matter knowledge of English language learners. Three lecture hours a week and one and one-half field-base hours a week. Course required for students seeking grades EC-4 or 4-8 generalist certification with specialization in bilingual or ESL education. Prerequisite(s): EDBE 3470D and LING 4030D ; Admission to Teacher Education or consent of department. May be taken concurrently with EDBE 4470D .
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Biological Sciences – Undergraduate |
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BIOL 1082D - Biology for Educators 3 hours
(3;3) Develop a meaningful and functional command of key biological concepts; an understanding of the interrelationships among all living things; and a correlation between what pre-service teachers are required to learn and what they will be required to teach. Includes laboratory. BIOL 1082D is a general biology course with laboratory designated for elementary and middle school education majors for seeking teacher certification. Note: this course may not be used to satisfy the laboratory science requirement for majors in the College of Arts and Sciences.
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BIOL 1132D - Environmental Science 3 hours
(3;2) Interdisciplinary approach to understanding basic concepts in environmental science including critical scientific thought, biodiversity, resource management, pollution, global climate change, resource consumption and population growth. Emphasis on how these concepts affect and are affected by human society. Includes laboratory. May not be counted towards a major or minor in biology. May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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BIOL 1710D - Principles of Biology I 3 hours
TCCNS Number: (1306)
(3;0;1) An integrated approach to cell and molecular biology with an emphasis on biological chemistry, cell structure and function, Mendelian and molecular genetics, evolutionary biology, and classification of microorganisms, plants and animals. Required for biology major. Course should be taken concurrently with BIOL 1730D . May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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BIOL 1720D - Principles of Biology II 3 hours
TCCNS Number: (1307)
(3;0;1) An integrated approach to the anatomical, physiological and functional aspects of nutrition, gas exchange, transport, reproduction, development, regulation, response and ecology of microorganisms, plants and animals. Required of all biology majors. Course should be taken concurrently with BIOL 1740D . May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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BIOL 1730D - Principles of Biology I Laboratory 1 hour
TCCNS Number: (1106)
(0;3) Laboratory techniques for BIOL 1710D . Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1710D or 1711, should be taken concurrently. May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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BIOL 1740D - Principles of Biology II Laboratory 1 hour
TCCNS Number: (1107)
(0;3) Laboratory techniques for BIOL 1720D . Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1710D /BIOL 1730D or BIOL 1711/BIOL 1730D and credit for or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 1720D or BIOL 1722. May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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Business Computer Information Systems – Undergraduate |
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BCIS 2610D - Introduction to Computers in Business 3 hours
TCCNS Number: (BCIS 1301, 1305, 1401 or 1405 or COSC 1301)
A study of the introductory concepts of computing in business; basic computer components, computer history and programming. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1100D .
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BCIS 3610D - Basic Information Systems 3 hours
Theory, capabilities, applications, benefits, liabilities and economics of business computer information systems. Using the computer to solve business problems. Management information systems and computer-based decision support emphasized. Use of standard support application packages. Prerequisite(s): BCIS 2610D .
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BCIS 3615D - Visual Display of Business Information 3 hours
Explores the use of visual display techniques and tools in the creation of electronic business documents and presentations. Stresses development of good written and oral presentation skills, as well as familiarity with a wide range of multimedia tools. Prerequisite(s): BCIS 2610D or equivalent.
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BCIS 3620D - File Concepts and Procedures 3 hours
An introduction to COBOL programming in the business environment. Emphasis on the fundamentals of structured program design, development, testing, implementation and documentation of common business-oriented applications using COBOL. Coverage of language syntax, data and file structures editing, report generation, data validation, basic file processing and an introduction to batch and interactive JCL. Prerequisite(s): BCIS 2610D or equivalent; 3 hours of C programming (with a grade of C or better); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department; 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT).
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BCIS 4660D - Decision Systems Design 3 hours
Investigates model-based approaches to the design of decision systems for business and industry. Prerequisite(s): BCIS 3610D ; ACCT 2020D and ACCT 2030 with grades of C or better; CSCI 1110 or equivalent; MSCI 3710 or MSCI 3870; 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS and MSCI course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4900D - Special Problems 1-3 hours
Prerequisite(s): BCIS 2610D or equivalent; ACCT 2020D and ACCT 2030 with a grade of C or better; ECON 1100D and ECON 1110D ; MATH 1190D ; MATH 1190D or equivalent; 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course or consent of department.
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Business Computer Information Systems – Graduate |
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BCIS 5090D - Introduction to Business Computer Information Systems 1.5 hours
Examines the interaction between information systems and the organizational context. Specific topics to be covered include the strategic role of information systems (IS), interorganizational systems, the Internet and WWW, electronic commerce, reengineering, the human impacts of IS, the management of change, IS development and implementation, and emerging types of information technology. Course work includes lectures, readings, case analyses and discussion, electronic meeting technology, hands-on computer assignments and a team field project.
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BCIS 5690D - Topics in Information Technology 3 hours
Current issues dealing with the development and use of information technologies in business. Prerequisite(s): BCIS 5120 or consent of department. May be repeated for credit.
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Business Law – Undergraduate |
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BLAW 3430D - Legal and Ethical Environment of Business 3 hours
Historical, economic, political and ethical bases of contracts and sales, including the Uniform Commercial Code, and the impact of regulatory agencies on business enterprise. Prerequisite(s): PSCI 1040D and PSCI 1050D , or equivalent.
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BLAW 4450D - Corporation Law 3 hours
A course developing the law concerning the powers, duties and responsibilities of corporate managers to their organizations, to investors, to creditors, to the state, and to the general public under state corporation codes and state and federal securities legislation.
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BLAW 4480D - International Business Law 3 hours
Examination of selected aspects of the international legal environment affecting transnational commerce. Consideration of relevant U.S. constitutional, treaty and statutory provisions; international conventions and agreements; sovereign immunity and act of state doctrines, nationalization and expropriation. Prerequisite(s): BLAW 3430D or equivalent, or consent of instructor.
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BLAW 4900D - Special Problems 1-3 hours
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Business Law – Graduate |
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BLAW 5050D - Legal, Regulatory and Ethical Environment of Business 1.5 hours
Introduction to the legal environment of business, with particular emphasis on managerial decision-making. Includes a study of the litigation process and constitutional law; selected areas of private and public law, including government regulation; international dimensions of the legal environment of business, business ethics and the social responsibility of business organizations. Business context is emphasized with a focus on individual and managerial decision-making in response to legal and ethical issues.
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Business, Interdepartmental – Undergraduate |
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BUSI 1340D - The Free Enterprise System in a Global Environment 3 hours
Study of the free enterprise system in a global social, economic, and political environment. Overview of influence of global competition on the disciplines of business administration with particular emphasis on such markets as the Pacific Rim, Latin America, Europe, and the OPEC nations. Open to all university students regardless of major. Cannot be used to meet business foundation, business professional field, or business supporting field requirements. Satisfies the Cross-cultural, Diversity and Global Studies requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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BUSI 4900D - Special Problems 1-3 hours
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BUSI 4940D - Business Policy 3 hours
Enterprise management integrating the functional areas of business administration into a realistic approach to business problems; applying principles to complex problems at the executive level. Prerequisite(s): completion of all other business foundation courses with a grade of C or better and senior standing. To be taken during the last semester of course work.
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Business, Interdepartmental – Graduate |
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BUSI 5190D - Administrative Strategy 3 hours
Capstone course providing the integration of functional areas of business administration. Requires students to determine policy at the general- or top-management level. Students address strategic organizational problems and the optimization of the total enterprise. Course includes the use of lectures, case analysis and special topics. This course must be taken in the student’s last semester of course work.
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Chemistry – Undergraduate |
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CHEM 1360D - Context of Chemistry 3 hours
Fundamentals of chemistry for students who are not science majors. Applications of chemistry to its role in the world. Topics include historical and philosophical development of modern chemistry, the environment, energy, industrial and economic development, modern materials, popular perspectives of chemistry. May not be counted toward a major or minor in chemistry. Includes laboratory. May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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CHEM 1410D - General Chemistry for Science Majors 3 hours
TCCNS Number: (1311)
(3;0;1*) Fundamental concepts, states of matter, periodic table, structure and bonding, stoichiometry, oxidation and reduction, solutions, and compounds of representative elements. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1100D or equivalent. May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum. *This hour is a problem-solving session.
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CHEM 1420D - General Chemistry for Science Majors 3 hours
TCCNS Number: (1312)
(3;0;1*) Thermodynamics, reaction rates, equilibrium, electrochemistry, organic chemistry, polymers, radioactivity and nuclear reactions. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1410D or CHEM 1413 or consent of department. May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum. *This hour is a problem-solving session.
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CHEM 1430D - Laboratory Sequence for General Chemistry 1 hour
TCCNS Number: (1111)
(1;3) Laboratory techniques, weighing, errors and significant figures, identification and purification of substances, and elementary quantitative analysis. Corequisite(s): CHEM 1410D or CHEM 1412 or CHEM 1413 (may be taken concurrently). May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum. Should be taken concurrently with CHEM 1410D or CHEM 1412 or CHEM 1413 and CHEM 1420D or CHEM 1422 or CHEM 1423.
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CHEM 1440D - Laboratory Sequence for General Chemistry. 1 hour
TCCNS Number: (1111)
(1;3) Laboratory techniques, weighing, errors and significant figures, identification and purification of substances, and elementary quantitative analysis. Corequisite(s): CHEM 1410D or CHEM 1412 or CHEM 1413 (may be taken concurrently). May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum. Should be taken concurrently with CHEM 1410D or CHEM 1412 or CHEM 1413 and CHEM 1420D or CHEM 1422 or CHEM 1423.
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Communication Studies – Undergraduate |
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COMM 1010D - Introduction to Communication 3 hours
TCCNS Number: (SPCH 1311)
(1;0;2) Examination of how communication principles and skills influence our understanding of current social problems such as global climate crisis, health care, and poverty. Focus on communication and community engagement includes experiential learning with community partners. Oral communication skills and collaborative group building skills are emphasized. Satisfies the Communication requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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Community Service – Undergraduate |
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COMS 3000D - Community and Public Service 3 hours
Designed for individuals preparing for a career in community, public, or human service professions. Promotes understanding of self in relation to philosophy and practice of community and public service. Students examine social issues, study and discuss concepts in community service disciplines, learn professional skills, explore service careers and organizations appropriate for their unique interests and abilities, and apply their base of knowledge to further the purpose of civic involvement. Community service professionals offer real-world viewpoints and experiences contributing to the decision-making process.
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COMS 4300D - Proposal Writing and Grants Administration 3 hours
Students will learn the basic steps in researching funding ideas including how to use the Internet as a fundamental tool, and the detailed steps required for preparing funding applications. The course will also focus on the skills and tools needed to monitor funds once grants have been awarded.
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COMS 4400D - Volunteer Management Concepts and Applications 3 hours
Analysis and review of day-to-day applications of management principles to the administrative and operating practices of contemporary volunteer programs in the public, not-for-profit, and for-profit sectors. Focuses on volunteer program management and organization, including targeting, recruiting, training, supervising, motivating, counseling, retaining and recognizing volunteer workforces. May not be repeated if credit has been received for it at the graduate level.
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COMS 4500D - Community Resource Mapping and Collaboration 3 hours
Analyzes systems that measure community assets and resources. Explores the means of identifying and approaching potential collaborative community partners, and focuses on the development of joint proposals and/or business plans. Provides an overview of the role of volunteer managers and agency leadership of community organizations that provide resources in the development of a collaborative, capacity building community. An ecological approach is used to analyze the full range of human service agency services: health, social, educational, diagnostic, enrichment, religious, civic and legal. Students have an opportunity to do field work with agency staff on assigned community projects.
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Computer Science and Engineering – Undergraduate |
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CSCE 1010D - Introduction to Computer Science 3 hours
(2;0;1) A basic course covering logical operation and organization of digital computers, computer hardware and software, number systems, and application software packages. May not be counted toward computer science major or minor.
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CSCE 1020D - Program Development 4 hours
TCCNS Number: (COSC 1415)
(3;1) Introduction to problem-solving, algorithms and programming in a high-level language. May not be counted toward a computer science major or minor. Prerequisite(s): high school algebra or equivalent.
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CSCE 1030D - Computer Science I 4 hours
(3;1). Introduction to Computer Science and Engineering, problem-solving techniques, algorithmic processes, software design and development. Prerequisite(s): Co-requisite of MATH 1650D .
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CSCE 1035D - Information Systems I 3 hours
Introduction to the design of medium to large scale enterprise information systems and distributed systems using appropriate framework. Introduces tools and techniques for building such systems and incorporates project-based learning as students work in teams to apply their knowledge in a semester-long development activity. Prerequisite(s) : CSCE 1030D . Corequisite : MATH 1650D .
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CSCE 1040D - Computer Science II 3 hours
TCCNS Number: (COSC 2415)
Continuation of CSCE 1030D . Software design, structured programming, object oriented design and programming. Prerequisite(s): CSCE 1030D . Corequisite : MATH 1650D
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CSCE 1045D - Information Systems II 3 hours
Continues the concepts introduced in Information Systems I with introduction of active content, data-driven content and service-oriented architectures. Students will again be organized in teams in order to complete a large scale development activity using the knowledge and tools presented in the course. Prerequisite(s) : CSCE 1035D
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CSCE 2050D - Computer Science III 3 hours
Elementary data structures, practice in sofware design, implementation and testing with emphasis on creating and modifying larger programs. Prerequisite(s): CSCE 1040D .
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CSCE 2410D - Programming Laboratory 1-4 hours
Practice with computer languages and processing techniques. Prerequisite(s): CSCE 1040D or BCIS 3620D or BCIS 3690.
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CSCE 2610D - Assembly Language and Computer Organization 3 hours
Principles of computer systems organization, instruction sets, computer arithmetic, data and control paths, memory hierarchies, and assembly language. Prerequisite(s): CSCE 2050D , Co-requisite: EENG 2710.
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CSCE 2615D - Enterprise Systems Architecture, Analysis and Design 3 hours
Overview of software architectures of information systems starting with requirements and proceeding through the analysis and design aspects of the software development lifecycle. Introduction to a variety of implementation methodologies as well as alternate architectural paradigms. Laboratory and project activities will expose students to the design and specification of IT Systems to meet a variety of business and technical problem environments. Prerequisite(s) : CSCE 1040D , CSCE 1045D .
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CSCE 2900D - Special Problems in Computer Science and Engineering 1-4 hours
Individualized instruction in theoretical or experimental problems. For elective credit only.
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CSCE 3010D - Signals and Systems 3 hours
This course introduces elementary concepts of continuous-time and discrete-time signals and systems. Specific topics include linear time-invariant (LTI) systems, impulse response, convolution, Fourier series, Fourier transforms, frequency-domain analysis of LTI systems, Laplace transforms, z-transforms, and rational function descriptions of LTI systems. Prerequisite(s): EENG 2610 and (MATH 2730D or MATH 3310).
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CSCE 3020D - Communications Systems 3 hours
Introduction to the concepts of transmission of information via communication channels. Amplitude and angle modulation for the transmission of continuous-time signals. Analog-to-digital conversion and pulse code modulation. Transmission of digital data. Introduction to random signals and noise and their effects on communication. Optimum detection systems in the presence of noise. Prerequisite(s): CSCE 3010D , EENG 3510 and (MATH 1780D or MATH 3680D ).
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CSCE 3030D - Parallel Programming 3 hours
Introduction to processing in parallel and distributed computing environment. General concepts of parallel machine models, processes, threads, mutual exclusion, synchronization, message passing. Design and analysis of parallel algorithms for engineering and scientific applications. Parallel programming using message passing and shared memory paradigms. Prerequisite(s): CSCE 2050D .
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CSCE 3055D - IT Project Management 3 hours
Provides students with the tools and techniques needed to manage a wide variety of IT Systems projects, including software design and development, IT Systems design and installation, network managment and support and others. Students will develop and practice skills through the use of case studies and other project-based exercises. Prerequisite(s) : CSCE 2050D
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CSCE 3110D - Data Structures and Algorithms 3 hours
Computer storage structures; storage allocation and management; data sorting and searching techniques; data structures in programming languages. Prerequisite(s): CSCE 2050D and MATH 2770D .
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CSCE 3210D - Symbolic Processing 3 hours
Introduction to symbolic processing using LISP, Prolog or related languages; recursion; building abstractions with data; modularity, objects and state; meta-linguistic abstraction. Prerequisite(s): CSCE 3110D .
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CSCE 3300D - File Organization and Processing 3 hours
File design and implementation; operating systems, survey of peripheral device characteristics, sorting, information storage and retrieval, list processing and direct access techniques, job control language, and security and privacy. Prerequisite(s): CSCE 3110D .
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CSCE 3410D - Advanced Programming 3 hours
Advanced features and topics in modern programming languages and introduction to a variety of languages, and advanced programming concepts and methodologies. Topics will vary by section and semester. Prerequisite(s) : CSCE 2050D .
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CSCE 3510D - Introduction to Wireless Communications 3 hours
Fundamentals of wireless communications and networking, with emphasis on first, second, and third generation cellular systems and satellite communication. Topics include point-to-point signal transmission through a wireless channel, cellular capacity, multi-user transmissions, and mobility management. Prerequisite(s): CSCE 2610D or CSCE 2615D .
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CSCE 3520D - Data Communications 3 hours
Overview of data communication, communication models and networking. Analog and digital data transmission, transmission impairments, channel capacity, asynchronous and synchronous transmission, error detection and correction, flow control and error control. Multiplexing and de-multiplexing techniques (FDM, STDM, ADSL, and xDSL). Ethernet interfaces, IEEE 802.3 and IEEE 802.11 MAC layer. Interface Standards (RS-232, RS-449 and X.21). Packet switching, Frame Relay, and ATM switching, bridges, layer2 and layer3 switches. Prerequisite(s) CSCE 3600D .
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CSCE 3530D - Introduction to Computer Networks 3 hours
Introduction to data communications; asynchronous, synchronous, networks and current technology. Prerequisite(s): CSCE 2610D .
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CSCE 3535D - Introduction to Network and Security Managment 3 hours
Introduces students to basic concepts in synchronous and asynchronous data communications, network architectures, protocols and current technology. Addresses basic network and information security issues and protection scheemes with laboratory exercises designed to expose students to a variety of network architectures, security threats and risk mitigation strategies. Prerequisite(s) : CSCE 2610D or CSCE 2615D .
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CSCE 3600D - Principles of Systems Programming 3 hours
Introduction to the design and operation of systems software. Analysis is made of current system software technology, including operating systems, language translation systems and file systems. Prerequisite(s): CSCE 2050D and CSCE 2610D .
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CSCE 3605D - IT Systems and Administration 3 hours
Prepares students with an understanding of operating systems structure and operation including the concepts of processes, resource and file management and performance. Students will also develop an understanding of operating system design, systems software and mainainence, as well as gain proficiency in the development of useful scripts, device drivers and utility programs written in high level languages and native scripting environments. Prerequisite(s) : CSCE 2610D or CSCE 2615D .
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