May 22, 2024

Graduate School Course Catalog 2015-2016

Graduate School Course Catalog 2015-2016 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Computer and Information Systems
	CISG 5820 - Independent Study (1-3) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. Independent research under the direction of a professor. The faculty mentor directs the study and assesses the student’s knowledge through oral and written reports. Approval, by the department chairman, is required prior to registering. Repeatable Repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CISG 5890 - Supervised Research (1-3) Prerequisites: Departmental approval. An advanced study, using the research facilities of the department, under the supervision of a professor in the department. Before registering, the student must submit an outline of the proposed research for approval of the faculty member who will supervise the work. Credits to be approved by the department. Repeatable Repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CISG 5900 - Thesis (1-6) Prerequisites: Departmental approval. Students should register for this course during the semester in which they intend to complete thesis research and writing under a plan approved by the student’s thesis committee. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
Counseling
	CON 5200 - Introduction to Counseling (3) This course is designed to provide an understanding of the identity of the professional counselor, the characteristics of an effective counselor and self-exploration in relation to that role. Awareness of the professional literature and organizations, establishing entry-level professional writing skills, including understanding APA style, and training students in beginning counselor skills, such as attending active listening and reflecting will be addressed. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5301 - Counseling in Elementary Schools (3) An examination of a framework for designing and evaluating a comprehensive school counseling program with a focus on the developmental tasks of elementary school students, the roles and functions of school counselors, program services offered to students, parents, and teachers and professional issues related to school counseling practices. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5302 - Counseling in Middle and Secondary Schools (3) An examination of a framework for designing and evaluation a comprehensive counseling program with a focus on the developmental tasks of middle and secondary school students, the roles and functions of school counselors, program services offered to students, parents and teachers, and professional issues related to school counseling practices. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5303 - Introduction to School Counseling (3) This course is an introductory course in the school counseling program and provides an in-depth overview to school counseling at the Pre K-12 level. This course is designed to give students an overview of current trends and practices of school counseling on the local, state, and national levels. Topics to be covered include but are not limited to: Historical basis for school counseling, ways of assessing school guidance and counseling needs, how to develop a comprehensive school counseling program and ways to plan implement and evaluate a comprehensive counseling and guidance program based on the American School Counselors Association Standards and on the National School Model- Additional topics such as ethical and legal issues, the role of professional organizations, and diversity issues will also be a part of the course. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5304 - Advanced School Counseling (3) This course is an advanced course in school counseling designed to help students demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to develop and manage comprehensive school counseling programs. This course builds on previous knowledge of the school counselor’s roles and functions and aims to help students integrate these roles in approaching their future work as school counselors. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5305 - Special Topics: Workshop in Counseling (1-6) Special workshops and short intensive courses on theory, methods, supervision, and other special topics in counseling. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5308 - Counseling Children and Adolescents (3) Prerequisites: CON 5310 or equivalent. Counseling Children and Adolescents expands on the Counseling Theories (CON 5310 ) course by providing a further evaluation of the theories, techniques, and strategies especially helpful when working with school aged populations and their families. The course explores counseling issues and provides specific techniques and strategies for working with children and adolescents with emphasis on supervised practice sessions. Discussions include methods for designing and evaluating treatment plans and the application of ethical standards and legal requirements with K-12 children. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5310 - Theories and Techniques of Counseling (3) An in-depth study of the major approaches to counseling and psychotherapy, demonstrating the techniques of at least five major counseling theories. Students will demonstrate the ability to relate counseling theories to personality theories and to identify preferred treatment procedures for selected client problems. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5311 - Introduction to Rehabilitation Counseling/Case Management (3) An examination of the professional roles, ethics, credentials, identity, and context of rehabilitation counseling. The field of rehabilitation is reviewed. The counselor’s role in assisting with client social, legal and psychological functioning in the rehabilitation process is examined. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5312 - Job Development/Placement (3) Prerequisites: CON 5320 (Vocational Theory and Career Development). This course emphasizes the acquisition of the knowledge and skills necessary for counselors to work effectively in the job placement process for individuals with disabilities. Effective informational strategies will be discussed such as job seeking skills, coaching, supported employment as well as educational resources. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5313 - Psychological/Social Aspects of Disability (3) This course emphasizes the theories related to the social and psychological adjustment involved in disability-related issues. This course also reviews cultural diversity issues related to disability. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5314 - Medical Aspects of Disability (3) Basic clinical and medical conditions are presented. The course addresses many areas of specialization related to rehabilitation and provides information related to treatment and diagnoses. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5320 - Vocational Theory and Career Development (3) A survey of the major theories of career choice and development with demonstrations on how to translate these theories into meaningful practice in the counselor-client relationship. Students will demonstrate the ability to use computerized assistance guidance systems and career development techniques across the life span. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5321 - Introduction to Family Counseling (3) This course will consist of an in-depth study of the history, theory, and practice of family therapy. The focus will be on the understanding of families, therapeutic approaches to working with families, special populations in family therapy, and professional issues in family therapy. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5325 - Advanced Career Counseling (3) This course will provide specialized instruction for students in the Career Counseling concentration of the Counselor Education Program. Students will be provided instruction in the foundations of career counseling and the contextual dimensions of career counseling. Knowledge and skill requirements for career counselors will be emphasized, covering the application of career information systems, research and evaluation in career counseling, and ethical and legal issues specific to career counselors. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5331 - Psychosocial Development and Behavioral Dynamics (3) A focus on the developmental process and the behavioral dynamics of individuals over the life span. Theories of personality and their relevance for client understanding will be explored. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5351 - Principles and Procedures of Group Counseling (3) Prerequisites: CON 5200 and CON 5310 . A study of the dynamics, processes, and functions of group work in guidance activities and in counseling. Students will be able to identify the therapeutic forces for behavioral change within a counseling group. They will demonstrate the skill to lead a group and through participation in a group, demonstrate their ability for interaction and growth. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5360 - Multicultural and Gender Issues in Counseling (3) An overview of the knowledge base from the research on multicultural counseling and gender issues as they relate to counselor effectiveness. The course will provide experiential opportunities for awareness enhancement and skill building for practitioners in diverse cultural contexts. Multicultural critical incidents will be examined. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5361 - Assessment, Evaluation and Analysis in Counseling (3) Prerequisites: Phase 1 completion. An examination of the clinical skills used in client assessment and diagnosis with an overview of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Experience in selecting, administering, scoring and interpreting tests and other assessment tools commonly used by counselors will be provided. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5363 - Advanced Seminar on Special Issues in Counseling (3) Prerequisites: Phase 1 completion. A consideration of special issues such as legal, ethical, health, addiction, credentialing, marriage and family or other current topics geared to the interests of advanced counseling students. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5371 - Pre-practicum Counseling Skills (3) Prerequisites: Phase 1 completion. An opportunity is provided for students in all program tracks to learn and demonstrate through micro counseling and video sessions the skills of counseling interviews. Emphasis is placed on applying techniques through role-playing and practicing skills in classes. This is a practice–oriented course with major emphasis on applying counseling techniques, considering multicultural issues and analyzing counseling style and performance through a reflection and self-evaluation process. Students must achieve a grade of B or better in this course before placement in CON 5372 and or CON 5390 . Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5372 - Supervised Practicum in Counseling (3) Prerequisites: Phase 2 completion, and a B or better in CON 5371 . Advanced students in counseling will participate in a clinical instructional environment under the supervision of a faculty member. Students will receive supervision from a faculty member as they obtain individual and group counseling experience. The practicum is a 100-hour field experience in an agency, college or school. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5373 - Consultative/Referral Processes in Counseling (3) Prerequisites: Phase 1 completion. An examination of the theories of consultation and the skills needed in working with parents, families, agencies, and organizations. Opportunities to practice consultation in class and the field will be provided. The development of treatment plans will be discussed as well as procedures and processes for making referrals. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5380 - Introduction to Community Agency Counseling (3) An opportunity to explore the organization and functions of various local, state and federal agencies responsible for community mental health. The student will be able to identify problems peculiar to various agencies and will examine prevention and treatment strategies related to community counseling. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CON 5390 - Internship in Counseling (3-6) Prerequisites: Phase 2 completion and a B or better in CON 5371 and CON 5372 . An opportunity for advanced students in counseling to demonstrate in a school, institution, agency or industry the ability to apply interviewing skills, career assessment and counseling techniques in individual and group sessions. The internship is a 600 hour field placement experience. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
Criminal Justice
	CRIM 5010 - Seminar in the Nature of Crime and Delinquency (3) This course will examine and critically assess a variety of sociological and other theories to better understand the onset, maintenance and desistance of criminal behavior. Students will explore the relationship between theory, research and policy within the context of crime prevention and control. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CRIM 5025 - Police in the Community (3) This course focuses on the relationship between the police and the community. The historical relationship between these two groups is examined, as well as contemporary issues which help and hinder their relationship. Students will be encouraged to challenge themselves by investigating complex issues that impact the police as they attempt to enforce the laws that govern the society. Finally, students will be required to research and discuss the influences that society, politics and the courts have on police in the community. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CRIM 5035 - Seminar in Administrative Practices in Corrections (3) This course is designed to provide an overview of the administration and management issues in secure and community corrections. The course will focus on structural, organization, and microlevel aspects (personal decision making use of discretion, motivation of employees, politics, leadership, etc.) of managing correctional organizations. The course is designed to stimulate critical thinking. Study will be framed within the current challenges facing today’s correctional systems. This course will include field work, guest presentations, projects, and papers. A class calendar will facilitate student preparation. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CRIM 5045 - Seminar in Administrative Practices in Law Enforcement (3) This graduate course focuses on current police management systems, supervision and supervisory principles. An examination of the day to day leadership skills, planning and implementation, decision making and creative problem solving, for the police administrator, will also be undertaken. Students will explore complex issues, that impact law enforcement, internally, externally, ethically, and legally. Moreover, students will be required to assess and evaluate the decision making process of law enforcement, and to better understand how society is impacted. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CRIM 5055 - Seminar in Administrative Practices in Juvenile Justice (3) This course will review management theories and leadership skills and values that are important in the administration of juvenile related organizations. Discussions will include which particular theories and skills that are most relevant to effective management as an administrator in juvenile justice and the reasons why. The course will also examine major public policy issues, on best practices as well as their impact decision making and practices within the juvenile justice system. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CRIM 5065 - Legal Issues in Law Enforcement (3) This course will examine the legality in administrative decision making regarding personnel actions, policy development, and organizational operations. The course is designed to give a nationwide approach to law regarding employment, retention, promotion, discipline, and policy development in law enforcement administration focusing on agency personnel, and its stakeholders. The administrative control and procedure involved in every day policy, rules, or regulations and procedure have to be developed with the understanding that they need to comply with the existing constitutions, legislative enactments and court decisions in that jurisdiction. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CRIM 5110 - Seminar in Corrections (3) This course enhances the student’s understanding of corrections from a systems perspective and contemporary issues confronting correctional administrators and practitioners. Both institutional and community corrections are discussed from critical and analytical perspectives. The inmate culture and operational practices and challenges are also discussed. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CRIM 5115 - Seminar in Law Enforcement (3) This course will provide a description and analysis of law enforcement practices and contemporary issues confronting law enforcement personnel. Additionally with the increased awareness by police leaders that the practice arena requires the need for greater understanding across cultures and communication skills, the critical and emerging issue of multicultural enforcement will be examined. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CRIM 5120 - Foundations of Juvenile Justice (3) This course provides a detailed view of the juvenile justice system. Students will examine criminological theory to provide a better understanding of major issues related to the onset of delinquency and the juvenile justice system, on the individual and aggregate levels. Students in this course will become acquainted with the history of juvenile justice through readings and discussions. Students will also be provided an opportunity to examine, analyze and articulate knowledge and beliefs about juvenile justice system in a scholarly fashion. Policy and practice issues will also be discussed. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CRIM 5215 - Correctional Counseling and Treatment (3) This course offers an intensive training in methods of working with offenders in a counseling supervisory relationship through simulation, role playing and case study. The course will analyze various theories as they relate to the correctional process, i.e., community-based treatment, probation and parole, work release, etc. These theories will be discussed in terms of their relationship to the total reintegration of the offender back into the community. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CRIM 5225 - Juvenile Counseling and Treatment (3) Pre- or Co-requisite: None The course will provide students with a theoretical framework and practice experience in the assessment treatment and management of juveniles in need from diverse social and economic backgrounds. Students will also gain knowledge associated with ethical and legal aspects of counseling and treatment and different assessment tools associated with the diagnosis and treatment of mental and behavioral problems of juveniles. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CRIM 5240 - Community Based Corrections (3) This course offers an analysis of community correction projects, development of community resources, identification of alternatives to incarceration, historical development of community corrections programs. Special emphasis will be placed on the operations of halfway houses and programs prevalent in the small group treatment home, as well as, legal constraints on residents and staff. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CRIM 5450 - Criminal Justice Planning, Budgeting and Evaluation (3) Students are provided insights to program planning and development, evaluation designs and budgeting options as a prelude to community change. In addition to learning about policy and planning developments in criminal justice students are challenged to think critically and analytically in addressing contemporary crime prevention and control concerns. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CRIM 5465 - Practicum (3) This course serves to provide the student with practical experience in a Criminal Justice related agency, public and/or private. The student’s placement is intended to integrate theory with the “work world”, thus, the practicum is intended to be a meaningful learning experience beyond the classroom. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CRIM 5475 - Seminar in Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice (3) These courses will allow an instructor to teach courses on contemporary issues and special topics that are not taught as a part of the regular curriculum. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CRIM 5485 - Independent Study (1-3) Prerequisites: Completion of the criminal justice core. Independent research on approved selected topics which develops, analyzes and explores specific problems within criminal justice. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CRIM 5610 - Criminal Justice Statistics I (3) This course is designed to provide students with the skill set to understand and apply a variety of techniques to analyze data within the social sciences. This is needed in order to conduct independent research or be able to evaluate past, existing or future research projects, or both. Students will learn to process data using software, undertake an analysis of data as well as report and interpret their findings. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CRIM 5620 - Criminal Justice Statistics II (3) Prerequisites: CRIM 5610 . This course will provide students with an understanding of complex quantitative techniques and their application to criminal justice research. Specifically, each student at the end of the course will have a fundamental knowledge of data management issues, small sample and advanced statistical techniques and qualitative methodology. This course will emphasize advance statistical techniques to include multiple regression using dummy variables and interaction effects, logistic regression with dichotomous and polychotomous ordinal variables, and path analysis. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CRIM 5650 - Criminal Justice Research Methods (3) Prerequisites: CRIM 5010 , CRIM 5610 . This course serves to develop the student’s research skills with an emphasis on the art and science of discovery, research design and problem solving. Analytical and critical thinking are essential to this course which includes the practical experience of linking theory to the collection and analysis of data in criminal justice problem solving. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CRIM 5900 - Thesis (3) Under the guidance of faculty, the student will use the proper format and prepare a proposal to conduct original research or a secondary analysis in a selected area in criminal justice. The student will survey related literature, plan, organize/collect and interpret data. The completed thesis must be successfully defended before a selected faculty committee prior to the awarding of credit. Students must be enrolled in this course for the semester they defend their thesis project. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CRIM 5910 - Field Placement in Criminal Justice (3) This course serves to develop the students’ leadership skills and serve as a nexus between management theory and practice. This course will cover a range of issues to include the core values of leadership, leadership practices, workforce development, and contemporary issues. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	CRIM 5920 - Advance Field Placement in Criminal Justice (3) approved criminal justice or related agency. For students without upper level managerial experience, this advanced field placement will require students to be required to develop managerial skills, in the areas of agency planning, operation and budgeting. All advanced field placement assignments must be approved by the student’s committee. This advance field placement serves as the vehicle for students to complete the portfolio requirements. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
Decision Science
	DSC 5200 - Managerial Statistics (3) This is a survey course in statistics. Special emphasis is placed on using statistical analysis in managerial decision making. Topics include descriptive statistics, topics in probability, random variables and probability distributions, hypothesis testing, statistical sampling, statistical quality control, nonparametric statistics, and regression analysis. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	DSC 5530 - Productions and Systems Management (3) This course covers issues in the design, planning, and control of the processes by which manufactured goods and services are delivered. Topics include analysis of production processes, forecasting, production planning and control, system design, total quality management, work force management, supply chain management, project management and simulation. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
Earth Science
	EASC 5000 - Geomorphic Process (3) This course examines the latest research findings on the following topics: composition of the earth, plate tectonics and diastrophism, tectonics and volcanoes, igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic processes, variations and characteristics of landforms, weathering, soil formation, geologic history and uniformitarianism, and the geologic time scale. (Laboratory Required). Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EASC 5010 - Climatology and Meteorology (3) This course provides recent research results on cyclones and anticyclones, severe weather conditions, weather patterns and short-range forecasting, the nature and physical factors of climate, geographic patterns of climate, air pollution and climate, structure of the atmosphere, energy and climate, heat transfer processes, atmospheric circulation, causes of clouds and precipitation, and types of climates. (Laboratory Required). Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EASC 5020 - Water and Mineral Resources (3) This course covers current scientific knowledge and research on the physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of the world’s hydrosphere are provided. It also provides in-depth knowledge of the earth’s natural resources, with a special emphasis on minerals. Among the topics to be examined are: surface waters, oceanic circulation, the hydrologic cycle, submarine topography, chemical substances of seawater; causes, characteristics, and types of ocean waves and tides, shoreline erosion, formation, properties, and identification of minerals; and relationships between rocks and minerals. (Laboratory Required). Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EASC 5030 - Methods and Techniques of Earth Science (3) This course provides an understanding of earth science research frameworks and the manner in which geodata are collected and analyzed. The following topics are covered: (1) THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD – identification, formulation, and testing of hypotheses, theories, and models in geology, meteorology, climatology, and oceanography; (2) STATISTICAL ANALYSES– uses of multivariate statistical techniques in the geosciences; (3) COMPUTER MAPPING– computers and algorithms, raster symbols and surface mapping, raster-mode measurement and analysis, vector symbols, cartometry and map projections, cartographic data structures, computer-assisted map design; (4) GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS – data capture, structuring editing, structure conversion, geometric correction, projection conversion, spatial definition, generalization, enhancement, classification, statistical generation, retrieval, overlaying, display, analytical technique support, and data management;( 5) REMOTE SENSING – scope of remote sensing, the electromagnetic spectrum and basic matter and energy relations, atmospheric windows, power spectra, transmission and interference, sensors and platforms, the variable meaning of resolution, history of satellite sensing, multi-spectral scanning, spectral analysis. (Laboratory Required). Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EASC 5031 - Astronomy (3) The overall objective of this course is to increase students’ knowledge of the universe by examining the findings of recent research on physical principles governing the universe, the structures of the planets and their atmospheres, the solar system, the Milky Way, and remote galaxies. Some of the key topics to be discussed are: Solar System, Stars and Stellar Evolution, Stellar Systems and Motions, Galactic and Extragalactic Astronomy, Astronomical Instrumentation and Development, Radio Spectrum Management. 3 credit hours (Laboratory Required). Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EASC 5100 - Earth Sciences Field Methods and Techniques (3) This course is aimed at providing students with skills needed to systematically acquire new or raw data within a specific research area. This includes an organized recording or observations made in the field within a defined spatial matrix or research area and the utilization of systems of data classification subject to subsequent processing, presentation, and analysis. The term “methods” describes the overall research framework or design, and techniques refers to the manner in which field data are collected. (Laboratory Required). Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EASC 5110 - Remote Sensing of Natural Resources (3) This course is designed to help students obtain advanced proficiency in geographic information processing by learning how information is obtained about objects without being in direct contact with them. They will learn about specific sensors, such as cameras and multi-spectral scanning systems that are flown on aircraft or spacecraft and how the imagery obtained by those sensors is analyzed optically or digitally to yield valuable information of the earth’s resources. (Laboratory Required). Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EASC 5120 - Digital Geographic Information Systems (3) This course will teach students about the most recent improvements in computer processing of geographic information. Some of those improvements include algorithm development for converting geographic data into computer readable formats, their subsequent storage for modeling, and statistical analysis and the display of maps and models. Students will also learn about the latest methods of research and data symbolization and will become familiar with the practical and theoretical aspects of cartographic communication, design, and construction. (Laboratory Required). Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EASC 5125 - Raster GIS (3) Prerequisites: Entrance into the Earth Science M.S. program. Other participants made on a case by case basis. The different GIS data models (vector and raster) different in not only their file format, but also the nature of data that they intend to represent. This course will focus on the various types of processing that can be performed on raster data. This not only includes the precursory tools through Raster Calculator, but also the creation of raster data from proprietary data sources or derived from vector data using a density calculator or interpolation methods. This course will also explore raster analyses useful to practicing earth and environmental scientists such as landscape modeling, hydrology/groundwater modeling tools and Model Builder. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EASC 5200 - Atmospheric Dynamics (3) This course is designed to increase students’ knowledge of the earth’s upper and lower atmosphere, including its general circulation and the physical bases of climate, and the smaller-scale, shorter-term phenomena that describe weather processes. Recent research on natural global chemical cycles of gases and particulates in the earth’s atmosphere are considered, as well as the composition, energetics, and the dynamics of the coupled upper atmospheric system. The course also discusses state-of-the-art knowledge of the sun as it relates to the earth’s upper atmosphere and space environment. (Laboratory Required). Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EASC 5210 - Lithospheric Movements (3) This course will present the latest research on insights into the physical and chemical characteristics and processes that produce such geologic features as hydrocarbon and ore deposits and events such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and landslides. The focus is primarily on the constitution of the earth’s lithosphere, which includes the upper mantle, crust, continents, and plates. A great deal of emphasis is placed on plate tectonics, which has provided earth scientists with a working model of the earth as a whole. Plate tectonics represents a unifying concept of global structure and composition, it is a fresh context for viewing earth history, and it is also a framework into which to set detailed local geo-science studies. (Laboratory Required). Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EASC 5220 - Hydrospheric Processes (3) Recent research articles in scientific publications are used to improve students’ understanding of the sea and the ocean basins. The emphasis is placed on physical and geologic processes in the ocean. Physical process will include state-of-the-art ideas on oceanic circulation and transport; eddy generation, physical circulation and turbulent mixing on continental shelves; mixing and circulation in estuaries; wind-generated tides and surface and internal waves; diffusion, conduction, convection, and three dimensions turbulence; physical properties of seawater; and circulation and mixing processes in lakes. Geologic processes to be discussed will include: the structure of continental margins, oceanic rise systems and deep sea sedimentary basins; exchanges of heat and chemical elements between seawater and oceanic rocks; tectonic and volcanic activity at mid-ocean ridges; variations in chemicals and minerals in marine sediments; and sediment types as a result of paleo-environmental controls. (Laboratory Required). Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EASC 5230 - Environmental Geophysics (3) Prerequisites: Entrance into the Earth Science M.S. program. Other participants are based on the permission of the instructor. This course provides an introduction to the application of physics to study of earth science problems. Lectures will cover some basic foundation theory to facilitate use of various geophysical techniques, e.g., seismic refraction, seismic reflection, gravity, and magnetics. Laboratories will reinforce topics covered in lectures and will focus on solving applied problems in the environmental and resource exploration fields. In addition to computer modeling, some laboratories will involve students using field geophysical equipment to collect, process and interpret their own data. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EASC 5500 - Special Topics in Earth Science (3) Prerequisites: Entrance into the Earth Science M.S. Program. Other participants allowed by permission of the instructor. The knowledge base related to the Earth Sciences is expanding with as new discoveries are being made and new technologies are being utilized to make these discoveries. This course provides in-depth reviews of selected topics of contemporary interest and importance in the field of Earth Science and allied technologies. Specific topic selection will be based on faculty skills, industry needs and/or students’ expressed interest. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EASC 5600 - Independent Study (1-6) This being an independent study course, the students are expected to work on individual projects as directed. Students should have a clear understanding of the concepts and issues and should be willing and able to work independently. This course will cover advanced topics or topics related to specific research interests. Regular contact with the instructor is required. The course can be repeated; however a maximum of 6 credit hours can be applied to meet graduation requirements. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EASC 5700 - Directed Research (1-6) This being a directed research course, the students are expected to work on individual projects as directed. Students should have a clear understanding of the concepts and issues and should be willing and able to work independently under research mentor’s guidance. This course will cover topics related to individual students’ thesis. Regular contact with the instructor is required. The course can be repeated; however a maximum of 6 credit hours can be applied to meet graduation requirements. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EASC 5800 - Internship (3) Students must complete a supervised internship in an agency approved by the department. A written analysis demonstrating a mastery of the skills learned must be presented to a faculty committee for approval. The format of this document must meet with standards prescribed by the department. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EASC 5900 - Thesis (1-6) Students will develop a research design on an acceptable topic approved by an adviser. The format of the resulting original research must meet the standards set by the department and the Graduate School. The thesis must be successfully defended before a faculty committee. Only 3 credit hours of thesis can be counted towards the degree. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
Economics
	ECON 5015 - Survey of Economics for MBA (2) Consists of micro- and macroeconomic concepts. Microeconomic topics include demand and supply, production and costs, competition, market power, and pricing. Macroeconomic topics focus on output and growth, unemployment and inflation, money and interest rates, exchange rates and balance of payment and government policies. The course is not open to students pursuing undergraduate credit. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	ECON 5540 - Economic Analysis (3) This course focuses on the application of economic concepts in individual and business decision making process. Optimization techniques in dealing with maximization of consumer-satisfaction and profit as well as minimization of cost under certain and uncertain conditions are emphasized. It also discusses tools to analyze aggregate economic behavior such as economic growth, money, productivity, inflation, and unemployment. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
Education Administration & Supervision
	EDAM 5110 - School Law for Educational Leadership (3) An analysis of federal and state statutory and case law, and the policies, rules, and practices that impact the welfare of students and the operation of schools. Special emphasis is placed on the interconnection between school law and public policy. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDAM 5120 - Politics, Policy, and Contemporary Issues in Education (3) An analysis of political issues, processes, and problems that influence decision-making and policy-making in elementary, middle, and secondary schools. Emphasis is on critical readings, attending school board meetings, discussions with principals, superintendents, and written work covering political structures and processes that address the nature of public schools as political entities. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDAM 5210 - Curriculum Leadership and Learning Theory (3) A general course focusing on a learning-centered approach to understanding the current theories of teaching and learning and related practices of applied curriculum leadership. Emphasis is placed on the process of deciding upon priorities in the curriculum with regards to curriculum evaluation, curriculum planning, curriculum alignment and revision, and assessment of teacher delivery of designed curricula. Teaching and learning strategies appropriate for diverse cultural student populations are explored as well as leadership that supports student learning. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDAM 5211 - Curriculum Development and Design (3) Prerequisites: EDAM 5210 or permission of the instructor. Explores the process of curriculum development and implementation based on needs assessments, specific goals and objectives, and criterion referenced testing. Integrates a systematic approach to instructional design methodologies, principles, and instructional strategies as a response to the specific cognitive and affective needs of diverse learners. Current instructional design theories and models provide the basis for an understanding of curricular differentiation by content, process, product, effect, and learning environment. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDAM 5320 - Principles of Education Administration (3) An introduction to the basic principles, concepts, theories and practices of education administration. Emphasis is on the literature, case studies, and written work as it relates to school management, societal changes that impact public schools, and school restructuring. Emphasis is also placed on critical readings, clinical experiences, and written work that integrates theory and practice. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDAM 5330 - Theory and Practice of the Principalship (3) The study of significant issues confronting administrators such as safety, funding, best practices, etc. This course examines critical readings and focuses on effective practices of the principal. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDAM 5350 - Social Justice, Advocacy, and Ethical Leadership (3) An exploration of the purposes and principles of social justice, advocacy, and ethical leadership as related to public schools and the legal, socio-political, cultural, and economic contexts in which schools operate. Students are provided a theoretical framework for understanding the dynamics and forms of oppression, and afford them an opportunity to engage self-examination regarding “isms” such as racism, sexism, ableism, and classism. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDAM 5360 - Resource Management and Community Relations (3) A study of techniques for developing effective home-school-community relation programs for specific types of schools and communities. Emphasis is on critical readings, field visits, oral reports, and written work that focus on model parental involvement programs and effective school-business partnerships; also a study of the nature and concept of leadership groups. Emphasis is also placed on critical readings, research, interviews, and written work covering school-community partnerships, evaluation, and barriers to effective school-community leadership. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDAM 5370 - School Finance (3) A study of the general distribution and utilization of financial resources for educational purposes. Critical readings, discussions with school finance experts, and written work cover issues of equity, variation in the fiscal situation of states, and other social issues relating to school finance in a culturally diverse society. A review of human resource policies, laws, and practices. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDAM 5945 - Educational Inquiry & Program Evaluation (3) Combines the major components of EDGR 5910 (Introduction to Statistical Methods in Education) and EDGR 5920 (Procedures in Educational Research) to form this introductory level research and statistics course with specific applications for program evaluation, covering emerging issues, theories, models, and the skills necessary for conducting evaluations specific to educational programs. Developing and analyzing an action research project using statistical methods in a program evaluation model is a key feature of this course. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDAM 7010 - Internship (3) The internship provides an opportunity for skill development in key leadership areas including: administration and supervision, curriculum implementation and assessment, human resources and finance, legal issues, school-community relations, and the day-to-day management of a school. The internship is a full-time, ten month (1,000 hours) endeavor. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDAM 7110 - Seminar (3) MSA candidates are expected to participate in a weekly seminar on campus, develop an electronic professional portfolio, and participate in related learning opportunities. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
Education Curriculum & Instruction
	EDCI 5135 - Teachers as Leaders: Practicum (3) Prerequisites: EDGR 5130 : Teachers as Leaders: Roles and Responsibilities. The student will apply the techniques of EDGR 5130 while mentoring a colleague, beginning teacher, or student teacher in a school setting. The purpose of the mentoring will be to diagnose and improve the ability of the mentee to provide classroom instruction that results in higher pupil achievement of subject matter and a positive attitude toward learning. While benefiting the mentee, the course primarily serves to enhance the leadership skills of the master teacher. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDCI 5200 - Current Research and Practice in Literacy for the Elementary Grades (3) Students will examine current research, philosophies, and strategies for planning and teaching reading and writing across the curriculum – including improving students’ abilities to read and interpret various types of assessments. A primary focus will be on designing and implementing a classroom literacy program that meets the needs of diverse learners (including exceptional children, culturally diverse children, and English as a Second Language students) through diagnosis, providing appropriate materials and assignments, and integrating the arts. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDCI 5205 - Current Research and Practice in Literacy for the Middle Grades (3) Students will examine current research, philosophies, and strategies for planning and teaching reading and writing across the curriculum – including improving students’ abilities to read and interpret various types of assessments. A primary focus will be on designing and implementing a classroom literacy program that meets the needs of diverse learners (including exceptional children, culturally diverse children, and English as a Second Language students) through diagnosis, providing appropriate materials and assignments, and integrating the arts. Students will investigate reading and writing concerns in their particular content area(s): language arts, social studies, science, and/or mathematics. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDCI 5221 - Instructional Programs in Mathematics (3) A survey of methods to prepare students to teach mathematics in the schools. Special attention is given to strategies for teaching, producing mathematical teaching materials, and developing teaching competencies using the current principles of mathematics. Students will learn to use the N.C. Standard Course of Study and develop systematic instructional programs in mathematics. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDCI 5300 - Literacy Assessment and Instruction for the Elementary Grades (3) Prerequisites: EDEL 5200: Current Research and Practice in Literacy. This course closely examines various formal and informal diagnostic techniques – including performance assessment, authentic assessment, and criterion reference tests. In order to improve children’s literacy skills, corrective/remedial approaches appropriate for both the classroom teacher and the reading specialist will be explored. Assessment strategies will be applied to students with reading and/or writing problems. Each student will test and write a diagnostic report on a child using various methods of assessment. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDCI 5400 - Curriculum Development and Instructional Expertise for the Elementary Grades in Math and Science K-6 (3) An expansion of the knowledge, skills and values of mathematics and science education for elementary teachers. Specific examples of teaching strategies, experiments, demonstrations, research, assessment procedures, and evaluation will be examined. In the course students assume leadership roles in being able to understand and communicate current academic trends and to work as constructive change agents on a variety of levels (one on-one, grade level, school level, system-wide level, state and national level). Through developing and presenting integrated/interdisciplinary units, students learn to develop and provide excellent and equitable learning opportunities for all students. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDCI 5401 - Curriculum Development and Instructional Expertise for the Elementary Grades in Language Arts and Social Studies K-6 (3) An expansion of the knowledge, skills and values of language arts and social studies education for elementary teachers. Specific examples of teaching strategies, experiments, demonstrations, research, assessment procedures, and evaluation will be examined. In the course students assume leadership roles in being able to understand and communicate current academic trends and to work as constructive change agents on a variety of levels (one-on-one, grade level, school level, system-wide level, state and national level). Through developing and presenting integrated/interdisciplinary units, students learn to develop and provide excellent and equitable learning opportunities for all students. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDCI 5405 - Curriculum Development and Instructional Expertise for the Middle Grades (3) Specific examples of teaching strategies, experiments, demonstrations, research, assessment procedures, and evaluation will be examined. In the course students assume leadership roles in being able to understand and communicate current academic trends and to work as constructive change agents on a variety of levels (one-on-one, grade level, school level, system-wide level, state and national level). Through developing and presenting integrated/interdisciplinary units, students learn to develop and provide excellent and equitable learning opportunities for all students. Course activities and projects will be targeted to meet teachers’ areas of licensure. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDEC 5651 - Orientation to Early Intervention and the Adapted Curriculum (3) This course is designed to provide a historical perspective and philosophical base to early intervention strategies and the adapted curriculum. Candidates will evaluate the characteristic and etiology of disabling, at-risk conditions associated with moderate to severe intellectual disorders, Down syndrome, moderate to severe autism, Fragile X syndrome, multiple disabilities, medically fragile students and other developmental disabilities. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDEC 5810 - Transition for Early Intervention and the Adapted Curriculum (3) This course is designed to address issues in transition for young children, youth and young adults with severe disabilities. Topics such as self-determination, development and implementation of a transition plan post-secondary opportunities including education and community-based instruction, and vocational environments with an emphasis in family and community involvement. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDEC 5870 - Seminar for the Adapted Curriculum (3) This course is designed to allow candidates to critically examine current and emerging research on a range of strategies for serving students served by an adapted curriculum with an emphasis on acquisition of specific advanced techniques. Seminar candidates will analyze and discuss current research literature in the field of special education and the adapted curriculum. In addition to the in-depth readings on topics from major journals, candidates will design, implement, and evaluate a behavior support project derived from functional assessment and RTI strategies. Maintenance of skills and incorporating individually designed crisis intervention procedures will also be evaluated. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
Exceptional Education
	EDEC 5151 - Characteristics of Students with Behavioral and Emotional Disabilities (3) Prerequisites: EDEC 5620 . An introduction to students with behavioral and emotional disabilities. Students will learn to use NCDPI procedures for definition, identification, and placement of students with behavioral, emotional disabilities. Characteristics and etiology defined by DSM categories will be examined along with common interventions and causal factors. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDEC 5501 - Introduction to Visual Impairments (3) An introductory course providing a comprehensive, life-span overview of the field of visual impairments. Examines legal, demographic, historical, and psychosocial perspectives, as well as the various services and programs available. Through demonstrations, simulations, and practical experiences, students will also be exposed to a variety of current adaptive skills, techniques, and devices used by persons with visual impairments. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDEC 5502 - Introduction to Braille Code (3) The purpose of this course is to teach candidates preparing to be teachers of blind students (both adults and children) to read and write literary braille and to interline and proofread students’ work quickly and accurately. Course examinations address the history of tactile codes, contracted and uncontracted braille, braille transcription and translation, as well as the technologies, techniques, and tools of reading and writing braille. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDEC 5503 - Braille Transcription (1) 15-session, course designed for the student already skilled in basic Grade Two Braille. Focuses on tips and techniques for the production of Braille materials in the traditional role of the transcriber. Students completing course are prepared to successfully challenge the Library of Congress Braille transcriber’s requirements and to be confident in a wide variety of work-day/real-world Braille transcribing situations. One-hour credit offered on a Pass/Fail basis. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	EDEC 5504 - Specialized Braille Codes (3) Participants in the course will demonstrate mastery of the Nemeth Code (braille mathematics) and use of the abacus for teaching mathematics to learners who are blind. They will complete basic activities in math and science braille formatting, foreign language codes, and music braille. Participants will achieve a reading rate of at least 30 words per minute in literacy braille. Candidates must have successfully completed EDEC 5502 - Introduction to Braille Code (3) , or a comparable course, and pass a competency test for Literary Braille. Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule

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CISG 5820 - Independent Study (1-3)

CISG 5890 - Supervised Research (1-3)

CISG 5900 - Thesis (1-6)

CON 5200 - Introduction to Counseling (3)

CON 5301 - Counseling in Elementary Schools (3)

CON 5302 - Counseling in Middle and Secondary Schools (3)

CON 5303 - Introduction to School Counseling (3)

CON 5304 - Advanced School Counseling (3)

CON 5305 - Special Topics: Workshop in Counseling (1-6)

CON 5308 - Counseling Children and Adolescents (3)

CON 5310 - Theories and Techniques of Counseling (3)

CON 5311 - Introduction to Rehabilitation Counseling/Case Management (3)

CON 5312 - Job Development/Placement (3)

CON 5313 - Psychological/Social Aspects of Disability (3)

CON 5314 - Medical Aspects of Disability (3)

CON 5320 - Vocational Theory and Career Development (3)

CON 5321 - Introduction to Family Counseling (3)

CON 5325 - Advanced Career Counseling (3)

CON 5331 - Psychosocial Development and Behavioral Dynamics (3)

CON 5351 - Principles and Procedures of Group Counseling (3)

CON 5360 - Multicultural and Gender Issues in Counseling (3)

CON 5361 - Assessment, Evaluation and Analysis in Counseling (3)

CON 5363 - Advanced Seminar on Special Issues in Counseling (3)

CON 5371 - Pre-practicum Counseling Skills (3)

CON 5372 - Supervised Practicum in Counseling (3)

CON 5373 - Consultative/Referral Processes in Counseling (3)

CON 5380 - Introduction to Community Agency Counseling (3)

CON 5390 - Internship in Counseling (3-6)

CRIM 5010 - Seminar in the Nature of Crime and Delinquency (3)

CRIM 5025 - Police in the Community (3)

CRIM 5035 - Seminar in Administrative Practices in Corrections (3)

CRIM 5045 - Seminar in Administrative Practices in Law Enforcement (3)

CRIM 5055 - Seminar in Administrative Practices in Juvenile Justice (3)

CRIM 5065 - Legal Issues in Law Enforcement (3)

CRIM 5110 - Seminar in Corrections (3)

CRIM 5115 - Seminar in Law Enforcement (3)

CRIM 5120 - Foundations of Juvenile Justice (3)

CRIM 5215 - Correctional Counseling and Treatment (3)

CRIM 5225 - Juvenile Counseling and Treatment (3)

CRIM 5240 - Community Based Corrections (3)

CRIM 5450 - Criminal Justice Planning, Budgeting and Evaluation (3)

CRIM 5465 - Practicum (3)

CRIM 5475 - Seminar in Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice (3)

CRIM 5485 - Independent Study (1-3)

CRIM 5610 - Criminal Justice Statistics I (3)

CRIM 5620 - Criminal Justice Statistics II (3)

CRIM 5650 - Criminal Justice Research Methods (3)

CRIM 5900 - Thesis (3)

CRIM 5910 - Field Placement in Criminal Justice (3)

CRIM 5920 - Advance Field Placement in Criminal Justice (3)

DSC 5200 - Managerial Statistics (3)

DSC 5530 - Productions and Systems Management (3)

EASC 5000 - Geomorphic Process (3)

EASC 5010 - Climatology and Meteorology (3)

EASC 5020 - Water and Mineral Resources (3)

EASC 5030 - Methods and Techniques of Earth Science (3)

EASC 5031 - Astronomy (3)

EASC 5100 - Earth Sciences Field Methods and Techniques (3)

EASC 5110 - Remote Sensing of Natural Resources (3)

EASC 5120 - Digital Geographic Information Systems (3)

EASC 5125 - Raster GIS (3)

EASC 5200 - Atmospheric Dynamics (3)

EASC 5210 - Lithospheric Movements (3)

EASC 5220 - Hydrospheric Processes (3)

EASC 5230 - Environmental Geophysics (3)

EASC 5500 - Special Topics in Earth Science (3)

EASC 5600 - Independent Study (1-6)

EASC 5700 - Directed Research (1-6)

EASC 5800 - Internship (3)

EASC 5900 - Thesis (1-6)

ECON 5015 - Survey of Economics for MBA (2)

ECON 5540 - Economic Analysis (3)

EDAM 5110 - School Law for Educational Leadership (3)

EDAM 5120 - Politics, Policy, and Contemporary Issues in Education (3)

EDAM 5210 - Curriculum Leadership and Learning Theory (3)

EDAM 5211 - Curriculum Development and Design (3)

EDAM 5320 - Principles of Education Administration (3)

EDAM 5330 - Theory and Practice of the Principalship (3)