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Graduate Course Listings
Accounting, Finance & Business Law (AC, BL)
AC531: Strategic Cost/Managerial Accounting
Cost/Managerial accounting procedures emphasizing cost allocation methods, cost control, regression analysis, decision models, and operations research. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of "C" in AC331. (3 credit hours)
AC545: Advanced Income Tax Accounting
The examination and application of federal income tax theory and methods with emphasis on partnership, corporation, and fiduciary problems. Prerequisites: AC435 with minimum grade of 'C'. (3 credit hours)
AC548: Governmental and Not-For-Profit Accounting
An introduction to the accounting principles and reporting practices of governments and not-for-profit organizations. Prerequisites: Senior status Accounting major or Graduate standing in MBA Program. (3 credit hours)
AC632: Strategic Cost Management
Application of current strategic cost management concepts to the modern technological environment. Prerequisites: AC331 and Graduate standing. (3 credit hours)
Business combinations, multinational enterprises, partnerships, consolidated statements and not-for-profit accounting. Prerequisites: AC321 with a minimum grade of 'C' and Graduate standing in the MBA Program. (3 credit hours)
An in depth examination of auditor legal liability, ethics, analytical procedures, statistical sampling, and audit research using electronic databases and the Internet. Prerequisites: Graduate status in MBA Accounting Track and satisfactory completion of a Principles of Auditing course. (3 credit hours)
AC645: Income Tax Research and Planning
An examination of the Internal Revenue Code with emphasis on use of tax services, research problems in taxation, and tax planning. Prerequisites: Graduate standing in MBA Accounting Track and satisfactory completion of AC435 and AC545 with a minimum grade of "C". (3 credit hours)
Study and application of accounting theory to current and emerging issues in accounting practice. Prerequisites: AC332 with a minimum grade of 'C' and Graduate standing in MBA Program. (3 credit hours)
AC657: Applied Accounting Research
Review and application of research to emerging issues in accounting. Prerequisites: Graduate standing in MBA Accounting Track. (3 credit hours)
A supervised learning and work experience in professional accounting which enhances and supplements other accounting courses. Prerequisites: Graduate standing in MBA Accounting Track and consent of department chairperson. On demand. (3 credit hours)
A study of legal issues confronting business organizations, administrative regulations, UCC, contracts, and debtor/creditor rights. Prerequisites: Graduate standing and BL255 or its equivalent with a minimum grade of 'C'. (3 credit hours)
Administrative Services (AD)
AD595: Integrating Academics into Vocational Curricula
Development of vocational curricular materials designed to integrate academics into vocational subjects. (2 credit hours)
AD620: Cooperative Education Program
Changing philosophy and environment of cooperative education; overview of office and distributive education programs; planning, organizing, and operating the cooperative programs. WEB-BASED COURSE. (3 credit hrs)
AD622: Training in Office Systems
Application of instructional development for the education and training of employees in office systems. (3 credit hrs)
AD626: Improvement of Curriculum and Instruction in Business Subjects
A study of the current trends, objectives, content, teaching techniques, and evaluation techniques in business education. Special emphasis is given to selecting and evaluating instructional materials. (3 credit hrs)
AD627: Administration and Supervision of Business Education
Administration/ supervision of human resources, physical environment, instructional materials, curricula, and program promotion and evaluation for business education. WEB-BASED COURSE. (3 credit hrs)
AD629: Information Processing for Business Teachers
Overview of information processing components in the modern office, study of computer concepts, and hands-on learning of intermediate and advanced microcomputer applications. (3 credit hrs)
AD681: Topics in Business Education
Directed study of special problems in business education through seminars, workshops, forums. etc. (1-3 credit hours)
AD682: Topics in Business Education (2 credit hours)
AD683: Topics in Business Education (3 credit hrs)
AD691: Independent Study in Business Education
A study of an approved topic in business education, preferably a topic originating from previous research or from teaching experience. Prerequisite: Department approval. (1 credit hour)
AD692: Independent Study in Business Education (2 credit hours)
AD693: Independent Study in Business Education (3 credit hrs)
A written report based upon completed research. See "Thesis" for additional information. On demand. (3 credit hrs)
AD696: Thesis (2 credit hours)
Agriculture (AG, AO, HO)
Soil, water, and plant relationships. Design and layout of farm drainage and irrigation systems. Prerequisite: AO215. (3 credit hours)
Principles and practices associated with the conservation of soilscapes and the control of accelerated erosion. Prerequisites: MA134 and one of the following: AO215 or GO110 or BI170. (3 credit hours)
AO555: Soil Classification and Resource Management
Classification of soils in terms of their physical, chemical and mineralogical composition. Interpretation of soils in terms of proper land use, with special attention to soil erosion. Two lectures; two-hour lab. Prerequisites: AO215 or GO110; CH181 or CH185. (3 credit hours)
AO627: Soil Fertility and Plant Nutrition
Fundamentals and concepts of soil fertility and its evaluation related to soil management, plant nutrition, and maintenance. Two lectures; two hour laboratory. Prerequisites: 1 year of general chemistry and concurrent enrollment in BI689/690 or equivalent. (3 credit hours)
Insight into the various phases of horticulture activity as related to modern living. Designing and planting the home landscape, including the fundamentals of establishing a vegetable garden, fruit orchard, and vineyard. Plant identification, establishment, and maintenance of ornamental trees, shrubs, vines, turfgrasses, ground covers, and annual and perennial flowering plants found in the home landscape. One lecture; two-hour lab. (2 credit hours)
Anthropology (AN)
AN540: Cultural Resource Management
Examines cultural resource proposal writing, budgeting, project design, and field/laboratory strategies as well as all governmental policies, laws and review. Prerequisites: consent of instructor or major in history or historic preservation. (3 credit hours)
Intensive examination of major issues in the development of historical archaeology, theoretical and methodological issues, and major areas of research. Prerequisites: consent of instructor or major in history or historic preservation. (3 credit hours)
Art (AR)
A course in the process of intaglio printmaking. One lecture and two two-hour laboratories per week. (3 credit hours)
Techniques of lithography and development of personal expression. One lecture and two two-hour laboratories. (3 credit hours)
Community Art course will provide students with an understanding of the historical and social basis of Community Art, along with artistic projects involving the community. Prerequisite: Senior with instructor approval, or graduate standing. (3 credit hours)
Painting from the human figure with emphasis on composition, structure, and technique. (3 credit hours)
Further exploration of the fiber media, including weaving, dyeing processes, stitchery, quilting, spinning, and fiber sculpture. One lecture; two two-hour laboratories. (3 credit hours)
An in-depth ceramic course designed to provide advanced students an opportunity to structure their own ceramic problems, with personal research in the medium. (Course may be repeated for a total of 6 hrs.) One lecture; one two-hour laboratory. (3 credit hours)
Intensive studio work with the figure in various drawing media. Two two-hour laboratories a week. (2 credit hours)
A graduate studio experience in design. The course stresses investigation of design sources, the solving of self-directed design problems and the evaluation of finished projects. (3 credit hours)
An in-depth, multi-media painting course designed to provide graduate students with opportunities to develop and research their own course of study. One lecture and two one-hour laboratories per week. (3 credit hours)
A depth course in ceramics for art teachers. Emphasis is given to the development of ceramic competencies and the objectives and means for teaching them. (Course may be repeated for a total of 6 hrs.) One lecture; one two-hour laboratory, on demand. (2 credit hours)
Art History (AH)
Emphasis on the art forms of ancient and contemporary Africa, India, the Orient and Meso-America. (3 credit hours)
AH511: American Diplomatic History
The diplomatic affairs and foreign policy of the U.S. from the American Revolution to the present. (3 credit hours)
Movements in painting, sculpture, and architecture as developed in Europe and America beginning with the Armory show and including present trends. A term report is required. (3 credit hours)
Biology (BI)
BI500: Fundamental Concepts of Bioenergetics
The characterization of the energetic processes unique to the machinery of life at the cellular and molecular levels. The mechanisms that move molecules and ions against chemical and electric gradients, do mechanical work, and drive syntheses. It is the collective and overt manifestations of these mechanisms-excitation, movement, growth, differentiation-which commonly are regarded as the distinguishing features of the living state. Not credited on the departmental undergraduate major or minor. Not credited on the departmental graduate area of emphasis or complementary area for the M.N.S. Prerequisites: Thirty semester hours of acceptable undergraduate credit science and mathematics for the M.N.S. degree. (1 credit hour)
BI501: Fundamental Concepts of Genetics
Inheritance and variation in plants and animals and their applications in agriculture, medicine and other human affairs. Not credited on the departmental graduate area of emphasis or complementary area for the M.N.S. Prerequisites: Thirty semester hours of acceptable undergraduate credit in science and mathematics for the M.N.S. degree. (1 credit hour)
BI543: Pathogenic Microbiology
The study of the epidemiology, pathology, isolation, identification, prevention and treatment of clinically significant bacteria and viruses. Prerequisite: BI200 or equivalent. Two lectures. (2 credit hours)
BI544: Pathogenic Microbiology Laboratory
The isolation and identification of clinically significant bacteria are studied in theory and practice with emphasis on the biochemical basis of the procedures. Prerequisite: BI200. Corequisite: BI543. One two-hour laboratory. (1 credit hour)
A one-week field course involving the study of ecosystems not normally within the range of southeast Missouri (e.g. grasslands, deserts, estuarine, and montane systems). Prerequisite: 20 hours of biology, including BO200 and ZO200 and consent of instructor. On demand. (1 credit hour)
A three-week field course involving the study of ecosystems not normally within the range of southeast Missouri (e.g. grasslands, deserts, estuarine, and montane systems). Prerequisites: 20 hours of biology, including BO200 and ZO200, and consent of instructor. On demand. (3 credit hours)
BI570: The Development of Instructional Materials for Courses in the Biological Sciences
Independent study under the supervision of a member of the Department of Biology faculty. Students will design and develop instructional materials for a course in the Department of Biology with the expectation that such materials will be incorporated into the course. On demand. (1 credit hour)
Investigation of a research project with emphasis on development of controls, evaluation of results, and relation to current literature; appropriate summarizing paper may be required. Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and department chairperson. (1 credit hour)
BI590: Biological Research (2 credit hours)
BI591: Biological Research (3 credit hours)
Dynamics of eukaryotic cellular function, molecule targeting, vesicular trafficking, signal transduction, and molecular aspects of cell interactions. Fall. Two hours of lecture, one two-hour lab. Prerequisites: BI381, CH 340 (or CH341 and CH 342), or consent of instructors. (3 credit hours)
BI614: Current Problems in Cell and Molecular Biology
In-depth consideration of selected topics of current interest in cellular and molecular biology, with emphasis on problem solving and analysis of primary literature. Three hours lecture and one hour recitation. Prerequisite(s): BI404/604 Cell Biology. (3 credit hours)
BI616: Cell and Molecular Biology I
Protein and enzyme structure/function. Bioenergetics. Advanced molecular biology and regulation of replication, transcription, translation and recombination. Prerequisites: BI200, BI381, BI385, CH340 or equivalent. Three lectures, one recitation. (3 credit hours)
BI618: Cell and Molecular Biology II
Dynamics of cellular function, molecule targeting, vesicular trafficking, signal transduction, and molecular aspects of development. Prerequisites: BI416/616; BO200 and ZO200 or consent of instructor. Three lectures, one recitation. (3 credit hours)
BI620: Principles of Wildlife Management
The ecology and management of game mammals, waterfowl and upland game birds in the United States. Emphasis on management of game species in Missouri and adjacent states. Prerequisites: BO200, ZO200, BI185 or equivalents. Two lectures, one two-hour laboratory. (3 credit hours)
BI630: Management of Wildlife Habitat
Principles and practices of habitat management for wildlife in North America. Prerequisites: BO200, ZO200, BI185 or equivalents. Two lectures, one two-hour laboratory. (3 credit hours)
Study of the evolutionary interactions among organisms and their environments. Evolutionary stable strategies, life history and foraging strategies, population growth, intra- and interspecific interactions. Prerequisite: BI332. Three lectures. (3 credit hours)
Discussion of ecological principles relating to conservation of biodiversity, with a review of social, political, and economic constraints. Three lectures. Prerequisite: BI332 or equivalent. (3 credit hours)
BI640: Ecology and Management of Wetlands
General introduction to structure, function, classification, delineation and biota of wetlands. Emphasis will be on the application of principles of wetland ecology to wetland management, with particular attention given to wetland types occurring in the Midwest. Prerequisites: BI185; BO200; ZO200 or equivalents; or consent of instructor. 2-3 weekend field trips may be required. Two lectures and one 2-hour lab. (3 credit hours)
A course to acquaint students with viruses, prions and viroids of animals, plants and bacteria, with emphasis on their biochemical characteristics, techniques of study, and medical and economical importance. Prerequisites: BI200 and five hours of chemistry. Three lectures. (3 credit hours)
An introduction to natural and acquired immunity. Topics covered will include natural defense mechanisms, nature of antigens and antibodies, antigen-antibody interactions, humoral and cellular immuno-response mechanisms, allergy, and immune response malfunctions. Prerequisite: BI200 or equivalent. Two lectures, one two-hour laboratory. (3 credit hours)
Concepts, methods and applications of infectious disease, chronic disease, and environmental epidemiology focused on epidemiological reasoning processes. Three hours of lectures per week. Course is offered in Spring semester of odd-numbered years. Prerequisite(s): BI200, MA134. (3 credit hours)
A detailed consideration of prokaryotic structure and function, encompassing morphology, metabolism, genetics, and growth. Prerequisites: BI200, CH340 or equivalent. Two lectures and one two-hour laboratory. (3 credit hours)
BI650: Molecular Biology Investigations
Gene cloning and analysis in an independent, investigative environment. DNA library screening, primer/probe design, cloning, sequencing, sequence analysis. Prerequisites: BI200, CH340 or 341, Pre- or co-requisite: BI381. 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab. I, II. (3 credit hours)
A comparative approach to the ecological study of freshwater systems, including the chemical, physical, and biological components of springs, streams, impoundments, and swamps. Prerequisites: BO200, ZO200, CH185 or equivalents. One lecture and two two-hour laboratories/field experiences. (3 credit hours)
Introduction to the factors influencing occupational incidents and the adverse interactions of environmental and occupational chemical/physical agents with humans. Prerequisites: Any BI or BS Living Systems course and CH181 or CH185. (3 credit hours)
BI654: Risk Assessment Applications
Introduction to concepts, terminology, methods, and applications of qualitative and quantitative health and ecological risk assessment and risk communication. Prerequisites: Any BI or BS Living Systems course and CH181 or CH185 and MA134. (3 credit hours)
Introduction to the principles of environmental toxicology and discussion of the literature on biological effects of environmental toxicants on terrestrial vertebrate wildlife species. Prerequisites: ZO200 and CH185 (or equivalents), or permission of instructor is required. Three lectures. (3 credit hours)
BI679: Introduction to Aquatic Toxicology
An introduction to the effects that man-made environmental stresses have on the biological processes of aquatic organisms. Lectures will emphasize recent advances in aquatic toxicology with the primary focus being on the biological effects of potentially hazardous materials on individuals, populations and communities within aquatic ecosystems. The laboratory component will introduce the proper methodology used for assessing the biological effects of environmental contaminants on appropriate test organisms. Prerequisites: 16 hours of biology, CH181 or CH185. Two lectures, one two-hour laboratory. (3 credit hours)
In-depth consideration of subject matter ordinarily unavailable in the departmental curriculum through directed readings and discussion with the instructor. May be taken twice. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. On demand. (1 credit hour)
In-depth consideration of subject matter ordinarily unavailable in the departmental curriculum, e.g., helminthology, zoogeography, etc. Topic for any one semester available from department chairperson. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Lecture and/or lab. On demand. (3 credit hours)
Introduction to the planning of research proposals, evaluation and design of research projects, including data analysis techniques. (2 credit hours)
To be taken during the first semester of coursework on the MNS. Presentation and discussion of material dealing with current issues in biology including ethics, regulations, and information resources. (1 credit hour)
To be taken at the end of the program when student is preparing his/her thesis or non-thesis paper. Presentation and discussion of material dealing with current issues in biology. Prerequisite: BI689. (1 credit hour)
In-depth consideration of subject matter ordinarily unavailable in the departmental curriculum through reading and discussion of assigned material. Students are limited to a total of 6 credit hours of readings during their program. Prerequisites: BI200; BO200; ZO200; consent of the instructor, and permission of the department chairman is required. (2 credit hours)
A written report based upon the investigation of some subject or the completion of a creative project. See "Thesis" for additional information. (3 credit hours)
BI696: Thesis (2 credit hours)
Note: The following courses are offered through the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory, Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Credit is awarded by Southeast Missouri State University Department of Biology. See department chairperson for details.
BI540/541: Marine Microbiology and Laboratory
A general course designed to introduce the student to the role of microorganisms in the oceans and estuaries. Prerequisites: general microbiology, advanced microbiology, or consent of instructor. (5 credit hours)
BI559/560: Coastal Ecology for Teachers
A course designed to provide teachers with a background in basic coastal ecology, thereby allowing the augmentation and infusion of interdisciplinary concepts involving the environment and conservation. (4 credit hours)
BI571: Marine Science for Teachers
A course designed to introduce the students, particularly inservice teachers, to the study of marine science and to promote the teachings of marine biology at all grade levels. Prerequisites: Biology background or consent of instructor. (3 credit hours)
BI573: Special Topics in Marine Science
The purpose of the course is to provide the opportunity for students to obtain credit for study in areas in which the laboratory offers no formal course. Special topic courses are not to be research oriented and grades are to be derived from testing, not report writing. Students must make application to take this course and attach a topic outline. (1 credit hours)
BI574: Special Topics in Marine Science (2 credit hours)
BI575: Special Topics in Marine Science (3 credit hours)
BI576: Special Topics in Marine Science (4 credit hours)
BI577: Special Topics in Marine Science (5 credit hours)
BI578: Special Topics in Marine Science (6 credit hours)
BI579/580: Applications of Biotechnology in Marine Biology (Lecture and Laboratory)
Introduction to basic biochemical and molecular techniques used to conduct research in the fields of systematics, fisheries science, aquaculture, and aquatic toxicology. Prerequisites: BI120, BI125, BI130, BI140, BI170, ZO200, CH185, CH186, CH187, CH341, CH342, CH343, CH344, CH531, CH532, CH533. (6 credit hours)
BI593: Special Problems in Marine Science
Special problems are research oriented and grades are based on reports submitted by students. Students wishing to take a special problems course are required to submit a brief proposal of planned study. (1 credit hour)
BI594: Special Problems in Marine Science (2 credit hours)
BI595: Special Problems in Marine Science (3 credit hours)
BI596: Special Problems in Marine Science (4 credit hours)
BI597: Special Problems in Marine Science (5 credit hours)
BI598: Special Problems in Marine Science (6 credit hours)
Numerous phases of marine science offered year round (i.e., biological electron microscopy, morphology, microbiology, taxonomy, biochemistry, fisheries biology, marine ecology, bioenergetics, and aquatic systems). (1 credit hour)
BI672: Graduate Research (2 credit hours)
BI673: Graduate Research (3 credit hours)
Botany (BO)
BO501: Fundamental Concepts of Botany
A review of the main topics of botany presented in tutorial fashion utilizing audio-visual aids. Topics covered will include plant anatomy, physiology, reproduction, representative life cycles, taxonomy and evolution, as well as the relationship of plants to human society. Not credited on the departmental undergraduate major or minor. Not credited on the departmental graduate area of emphasis or complementary area for the M.N.S. Prerequisite: Thirty semester hours of acceptable undergraduate credit in science and mathematics for the M.N.S. degree. (1 credit hour)
The developmental history and internal structure of living tracheophytes. Prerequisite: BO200. One lecture, two two-hour laboratories. (3 credit hours)
Physiological processes of seed plants with emphasis on metabolism, development, and transport. One lecture, one recitation, one three-hour laboratory. Prerequisite: BO200. (3 credit hours)
Designed to familiarize students with the algae and aquatic vascular plants found in the area and their habitat relationships. Primarily field-oriented. Prerequisite: BO200. One lecture, two two-hour laboratories. (3 credit hours)
Study of plant communities in a variety of habitats, emphasizing the natural history and field identification of local species. Prerequisite or Corequisite: BO361 or permission of instructor. Two four-hour laboratories. (2 credit hours)
Note: The following courses are offered through the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory, Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Credit is awarded by Southeast Missouri State University Department of Biology. See department chairperson for details.
BO500/505: Marine Phycology and Laboratory
A survey based upon local examples of the principal groups of marine algae and maritime flowering plants; treating structure, reproduction, distribution, identification, and ecology. Prerequisite: General botany or consent of instructor. (4 credit hours)
BO561/562: Salt Marsh Plant Ecology and Laboratory
A study with emphasis on the botanical aspects of local marshes. Plant identification, composition, structure, distribution, and development of coastal marshes. Biological and physical interrelationships. Primary productivity and relation of marshes to estuaries and associated fauna. Prerequisites: General botany and ten hours of biology. (3 credit hours)
BO563/564: Coastal Vegetation and Laboratory
A study of general specific aspects of coastal vegetation, with emphasis on local examples. (3 credit hours)
Business Administration (BA)
BA521: Issues in Small Business/Entrepreneurship
This course focuses upon the critical issues and challenges encountered at different stages in the processes of new venture initiation and growing privately-held companies. Prerequisites: Admitted to College of Business or MBA. (3 credit hours)
BA560: International Business Study Practicum
Provides a comprehensive theoretical overview of international business, along with an intensive overseas study tour of business and institutions. This course involves additional travel and accommodation expenses. Prerequisites: MK301 and MG301. (3 credit hours)
BA600: Management Communication and Leadership
This course will examine and apply management communication strategies to problems and issues of organizational leadership. Attention is given to communication skills that contribute to abilities to influence and shape decisions and the directions of groups in organizations. The course will also examine how to manage change, and will give attention to understanding the leadership approach required for continuous improvement. Prerequisite: Admission to MBA. (3 credit hours)
BA620: Quantitative and qualitative Research Methods
The course provides an analysis of the types, sources, methods, philosophy of business research and completion of a research project. Prerequisites: MG257 or equivalent and admission to MBA. (3 credit hours)
BA630: Integrated Decision Information Systems
Use of information system technologies to support decision making. Topics include management information systems, decision support systems, and expert systems. Prerequisites: MG175/MG375 or equivalent or admission to the MBA. (3 credit hours)
Utilizing applied projects, six organizational components–leadership, strategic planning, customer focus, information, human resources, processes--are analyzed as parts of an overall system. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MBA Program (3 credit hours)
BA650: Strategic Decision Making
Strategic business behavior especially in relation to the external environment of business. Interdisciplinary and integrative perspectives are emphasized using cases, projects and team teaching. Prerequisite: BA640. (3 credit hours)
The advanced analysis of marketing case problems utilizing marketing and related business concepts and strategy. MBA Elective. Prerequisite: Accepted in the MBA Program. (3 credit hours)
BA657: Applied Research Project
Designed to understand the process by which business leaders respond to business problems. Integrates research skills and professional business practices, and provides an opportunity to apply current research to a business problem. Prerequisites: The successful completion of 18 hours in the MBA program and approval of the Director of Graduate Programs in Business. (3 credit hours)
A supervised field experience in business involving at least 150 supervised contract hours. (credit/no credit, 3 credit hours) Prerequisites: The successful completion of 18 hours in the Masters of Business Administration Program and approval of the Director of Graduate Programs in Business.
BA660: Strategic Cost Analysis and Financial Application
Interpretation and analysis of financial information, internal and external reporting, planning and control for decision-making, and analysis of the current manufacturing environment. Prerequisites: AC222 and FI361 with a minimum grade of 'C' and admission to the MBA. (3 credit hours)
BA661: External Environment of Business
Study of the competitive, economic, legal, regulatory, political, technological, international and socio-cultural environments in which American businesses operate. Prerequisite: Admission to MBA. (3 credit hours)
BA662: Contemporary Issues in Business
Intended to introduce students in current research on contemporary business issues and questions. Students will be expected to read, understand, and critically evaluate research and analysis on contemporary issues and demonstrate an understanding of how research and analysis affect proposed solutions or responses to these issues or questions. Prerequisite: Admission to MBA program. (3 credit hours)
BA663: International Business Strategies
Comprehensive theoretical and practical discussion of international business strategies with specific emphasis on current case analysis. Prerequisites: Admission to the MBA program or permission of MBA Director. (3 credit hours)
BA664: Organizational Leadership
An investigation of organizational leadership styles and the types of behavior necessary to implement these styles. Prerequisite: Admission to MBA. (3 credit hours)
BA665: Financial Institutions, Credit Markets, and Regulatory Policy
The course examines the role of financial intermediation in business and society. In addition to the management of financial institutions, the course will focus on the impact of global economic forces and technological change on the financial services industry. Prerequisite: Admission to MBA. (3 credit hours)
BA667: Liability Risks in Products and Services
This course examines liability laws and how those laws impact American businesses in the production of goods and services. Prerequisite: Admission to the MBA program. (3 credit hours)
A problem solving and decision-making approach to Operations Management in a case setting. Emphasis is placed on developing the student's ability to apply quantitative techniques presented in the course to real-life problems. Knowledge of micro-computer applications will be useful. Prerequisite: Admission to MBA program. (3 credit hours)
Chemistry (CH)
CH511: Fundamentals of Physical Chemistry
A one-semester survey of the basic concepts of physical chemistry and their applications to understanding chemical and physical phenomena. M.N.S. refresher course. Three lecture plus four lab hours. Fall only. Prerequisite: graduate student status. (2 credit hours)
Structure and function of amino acids, proteins, and carbohydrates. Generation and storage of metabolic energy. Three lecture hours. Fall only. Prerequisites: CH540 or consent of instructor. (3 credit hours)
Metabolism and biosynthesis of lipids, amino acids, and nucleic acids. Transmission and expression of genetic information. Two lecture hours. Spring only. Prerequisite: CH531. (2 credit hours)
CH533: Biochemistry Laboratory
Laboratory course dealing with selected biochemical techniques. Major areas of study include amino acids, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids. Four lab hours. Fall only. Prerequisite or Corequisite: CH531. (2 credit hours)
CH540: Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry
Organic chemistry refresher course for M.N.S. Four lecture plus two lab hours. Spring only. Prerequisite: graduate student status. (2 credit hours)
CH545: Organic Preparations and Characterization
Preparation and characterization of organic compounds, including formulation of an organic reaction sequence developing experimental procedures, and characterizing intermediates and products. One lecture and four lab hours. Prerequisites: CH607 and CH540, or consent of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CH547: Advanced NMR Techniques
Advanced NMR techniques applied to structure determination. Course will provide hands-on-training and theoretical background of various NMR techniques. Four lab hours. Prerequisites: CH540 or consent of instructor. (2 credit hours)
A course dealing with theoretical and descriptive inorganic and organic metallic chemistry. The course also includes an introduction to inorganic synthesis and characterization. Three lecture and two lab hours. Spring only. Prerequisite: CH511, or consent of instructor. (4 credit hours)
Acquaints students with techniques of inorganic synthesis. Four lab hours. Prerequisite: CH563. (2 credit hours)
CH571: Fundamentals of Quantitative Analysis
Theory and techniques of analytical chemistry. Refresher course for M.N.S. Two lecture and four lab hours. Fall only. Prerequisite: graduate student status. (2 credit hours)
CH572: Environmental Estuarine Chemistry
Offered summer only at the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Department advisors have additional details. (4 credit hours)
CH575: Chemical Instrumentation
The theory and practice of modern instrumental methods of chemical analysis; molecular and atomic spectroscopy, electrochemical techniques, and separation science. Two lecture and four lab hours. Spring only. Prerequisite: CH511 or permission of instructor. (4 credit hours)
CH607: Introduction to Research and Chemical Literature
Intensive study of the sources of chemical literature and their indexes. The students do a literature search on a problem suitable for a research project and thesis. This problem will be selected and developed through an extensive literature survey. Prerequisite: CH511. (3 credit hours)
Students will attend oral presentations on chemical research by graduate chemistry students and professionals. (0 credit hours)
Oral presentations on chemical research will be given by graduate chemistry students and professional chemists. Prerequisite: CH607. (1 credit hour)
CH611: Topics in Physical Chemistry
In depth study of selected topics in physical chemistry. Prerequisite: Approval by instructor and department. (3 credit hours)
CH618: Topics in Chemistry Education
A review of the basic content of chemistry coupled with pedagogical models appropriate for teaching in the elementary or secondary classroom. This course is not intended for students with an undergraduate or graduate chemistry major. (3 credit hours)
CH641: Topics in Organic and Biological Chemistry
In depth study and selected topics in organic and biological chemistry. Prerequisite: Approval by instructor and department. (3 credit hours)
CH647: Advanced One and Two-Dimensional NMR Techniques
Advanced NMR techniques applied to structure determination. This course will provide theoretical and hands-on training of various 1D and 2D NMR techniques. Two hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry (CH540) or consent of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CH663: Topics in Inorganic Chemistry
In depth study of selected topics in inorganic chemistry. Prerequisite: Approval by instructor and department. (3 credit hours)
CH675: Topics in Analytical Chemistry
In depth study and selected topics in analytical chemistry. Prerequisite: Approval by instructor and department. (3 credit hours)
CH676: Internship in Chemistry
A supervised learning and work experience, approved by the Chemistry Department Graduate Committee and supervised by the student's graduate advisor which contributes to the student's program of study and career objectives. Prerequisite: Departmental approval. (1 credit hour)
CH677: Internship in Chemistry (2 credit hours)
CH678: Internship in Chemistry (3 credit hours)
Directed study in specific topics in chemistry, chemical education, or chemical instrumentation. Prerequisite: Departmental approval. (1 credit hour)
CH689: Problems in Chemistry (2 credit hours)
An in depth investigation of a scientific problem in an approval area that will result in a thesis or a comprehensive scholarly paper upon the completion of the research project. Prerequisite: CH607. (1 credit hour)
CH692: Research (2 credit hours)
CH693: Research (3 credit hours)
CH694: Research (4 credit hours)
CH695: Research (5 credit hours)
Child And Family (CF)
CF501: Preschool Child Practicum
Practical experience in guidance and care of the child from 2 to 4 years of age. One lecture; two two-hour laboratories. Prerequisite: CF120 or permission of the instructor. (3 credit hours)
CF502: Preschool Children and Computer Technology
The course serves as an introduction to microcomputer hardware and computer curricula available for young children and the role of computer technology in the young child's development. Participants are expected to have little or no prior experience with computers. Special emphasis will be placed on integrating child development principles with computer technology. Prerequisite: CF120 or consent of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CF506: Theories and Issues in Child Development
This course examines the theoretical constructs of child development and comparative educational and interactional implications. Prerequisites: CF200, CF202, or CF211 or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CF509: Child Life Services in Medical Settings
Analysis of the reactions of children to hospitalization. Discussion of clinical skills related to developmental and psychosocial care of hospitalized children. Prerequisites: CF120 or consent of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CF512: Utilizing Family and Community Resource
Interrelationship of the roles and activities of the family and community institutions. Acceptance of civic and professional responsibility to the family and to the community. (3 credit hours)
An advanced supervised field experience which focuses upon the administration, staff, schedule, and operation of programs for the elderly. (3 credit hours)
CF530: Research and Issues in Child Development
Overview of the issues, methodology and conclusions of classical and contemporary research as it relates to children's development. Research will be applied to parenting and to the classroom. (3 credit hours)
CF560: Practicum in Child Life Services
An advanced supervised field experience with hospitalized children in selected health care settings and child life services programs. Prerequisites: Student must have completed 15 hours of required courses for the Child Life Services minor including CF109/110, GC210, RC260 and CF409 with a g.p.a. of 2.5 in required courses, unless waived by the faculty and department chairperson. (6 credit hours)
CF604: Administration and Supervision in Early Childhood Programs
Developing, administering and evaluating early childhood programs including philosophy, curriculum, regulations and other legal considerations, physical facilities, funding, financial concerns, staffing and staff development, enrollment, parents and community relations, and publicity. (3 credit hours)
Advanced family studies based upon the Family Systems Theory. Thorough examination of the familial subsystems and intervention approaches. (3 credit hours)
Childhood Education (CE)
CE502: Exemplary Programs in Early Childhood Education
An integrated, in-depth study of innovative and exemplary programs in early childhood education at the regional, national and international levels. The philosophy, rationale and methods will be examined. Foreign and domestic travel will be planned in conjunction with the course. On demand. (1 credit hour)
CE503: Exemplary Programs in Early Childhood Education (2 credit hours)
CE504: Exemplary Programs in Early Childhood Education (3 credit hours)
CE570: Early Childhood Methods: Constructivist Education
The exploration of constructivist theory and its relationship and application to developmentally appropriate curriculum. Prerequisites: completion of Early Childhood Block or appropriate teaching certificate, or permission of instructor. (2 credit hours)
CE605: Issues and Trends in Early Childhood Education
Provides in-depth study and research and recent findings in the development, modification and implementation of programs for young children. (3 credit hours)
CE610: Curriculum and Methods in Early Childhood Education
Basic principles and concepts underlying curriculum planning for preschool through third grade. Topics to be considered include: educational beginnings, goals, diagnosis and evaluation teaching skills, play; self-concept and self-expression; communication skills; exploring and discovering in science and math. On demand. (3 credit hours)
Supervised field work-study program for teachers seeking professional development and increased competency. The teacher's pupils and classroom become the central focus of learning during the semester of supervision on the job. Prerequisites: CE501 and CE610. On demand. (3 credit hours)
CE614: Parent/School Partnerships in Early Childhood/Elementary Education
Analysis of current programs and practices in establishing parent/school partnerships to support education decision making and child learning. (3 credit hours)
CE618: Diagnosing and Prescribing Instruction in Early Childhood Education
Diagnostic and prescriptive approach to teaching young children. Study of screening, assessment and diagnostic instruments and their use in planning and carrying out instruction. (3 credit hours)
CE620: Eminent Scholars in Early Childhood Education
Provides in depth study of the works of renowned scholars and practitioners in Early Childhood Education and related fields. (3 credit hours)
CE630: Assessing Young Children's Learning and Development - Part I: Uses of Standardized Measures
Studies standardized assessment measures and their uses in planning and implementing instruction for the class and for individual young children. Emphasis upon the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. Prerequisites: Graduate standing and successful completion of EL615. (3 credit hours)
CE631: Problems in Early Childhood Education
Directed study of special problems in education of young children. Addresses topics not routinely covered in the regular curriculum. (1, 2, 3 credit hours)
CE634: Assessing Young Children's Learning and Development Part II: Use of informed Observation
Studies authentic assessment measures and their uses in planning and implementing instruction for the class and for individual young children. Emphasis upon the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards. Prerequisites: Graduate standing, CE630 or equivalent course, and successful completion of EL615. (3 credit hours)
CE641: Independent Study in Early Childhood Education
Selected topics in education of young children to meet the needs of the individual students. Addresses topics not routinely covered in the regular curriculum. (1, 2, 3 credit hours)
CE652: Advanced Study of Classroom Management
Analysis of current research, theories and application of classroom management strategies for the early childhood classroom. Emphasis upon the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. Prerequisites: Graduate standing and successful completion of EL615. (3 credit hours)
Clothing And Textiles (CT)
CT517: Historical Perspectives of Fashion
An overview of factors which affect form and function of human apparel from ancient times to the present. (3 credit hours)
CT518: Social Psychological Aspects of Clothing
Social, psychological, economic and cultural factors related to clothing. (3 credit hours)
Communication Disorders (CD)
CD510: Multicultural Issues in Communication Disorders
Introduction to the complex relationships existing between language, society, and communication disorders. A difference versus disorders approach is utilized in considering communicative issues. Assessment and intervention approaches are also discussed. Students are acquainted with ethnographic approaches to research in real-life fieldwork experiences. Prerequisites: CD230 and CD225. (3 credit hours)
CD510: Multicultural Issues in Communication Disorders
Introduction to the complex relationships existing between language, society, and communication disorders. A difference versus disorders approach is utilized in considering communicative issues. Assessment and intervention approaches are also discussed. Students are acquainted with ethnographic approaches to research in real-life fieldwork experiences. Prerequisites: CD230 and CD225. (3 credit hours)
CD525: Audiological Rehabilitation
Management of hearing impairment and auditory-based learning disabilities in children and adults including psychosocial, technological, educational, and cultural aspects. Prerequisites: CD426 or equivalent undergraduate course in diagnostic audiology. (3 credit hours)
CD601: Advanced Clinical Practicum I
Supervised clinical experience in treatment and assessment of children and adults with communication disorders. Includes the application of formal and informal assessment and treatment procedures, writing diagnostics reports, writing weekly plans and results, and planning treatment programs. A minimum of 30 clock hours must be obtained for each credit hour of enrollment. May be repeated. (1 credit hour)
CD602: Advanced Clinical Practicum II
A minimum of 30 clock hours must be obtained for each credit hour of enrollment. May be repeated. (2 credit hours)
CD609:Audiological Rehabilitation
An overview course on the management of individuals with hearing impairment from infancy to adulthood including amplification, cochlear implant, and assistive listening technology; auditory training and speech-reading techniques; early intervention approaches and educational methodology; speech and language intervention; counseling. Prerequisites: CD426 or consent of instructor. (3 credit hours)
A basic course in the study of acoustic and physiologic phonetics and the instrumental analysis of speech processes. Two hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: Graduate standing. (3 credit hours)
CD620: Articulatory & Phonological Disorders
A study of speech sound disorders in children. Models and methods for assessment and differentiation between various types of speech sound disorders, including articulation and phonological disorders and parallax and dysarthria. Prerequisite: Graduate standing. (3 credit hours)
CD625: Research Methodology in Communication Disorders
Introduction to research methodologies in communication sciences and disorders, including prospectus development, data collection, analysis, and professional research writing and editing. (3 credit hours)
CD630: Adult Language Disorders
The study of linguistic and non-linguistic deficits associated with acquired language disorders in adults, with focus on aphasias, closed and open-head injuries, and dementias. Methods and strategies for the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment are emphasized. Prerequisite: instructor approval. (3 credit hours)
CD632: Differential Diagnosis in Speech-Language Pathology
A graduate course in the assessment, analysis and diagnosis of communication disorders. Theoretical background for assessment procedures will be addressed, along with recommended procedures for differentiating between various communication disorders. (3 credit hours)
CD634: Infant-Toddler Assessment and Intervention
A study of infants and toddlers with special needs, as well as those born at risk. It addresses methods for service coordination, assessment, planning and implementing intervention for infants and toddlers using a family centered approach. Prerequisite: Graduate standing. (3 credit hours)
CD635: Child/Adolescent Language Disorders
A study of the language behaviors in children and adolescents with language disorders. Methods for assessing language behaviors; procedures for planning and implementing treatment for language disorders. Prerequisite: Graduate standing. (3 credit hours)
Study of normal structures and functions of voice and various vocal disorders that result from deviations of structure or function. Differentiating organic from psychogenic disorders. Study of and experience with instrumentation and techniques for the assessment and management of vocal disorders. Prerequisite: Graduate standing. (3 credit hours)
Foremost theories, diagnostic methods, and therapies of stuttering; emphasis on therapeutic techniques. Prerequisites: CD430 or consent of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CD643: Augmentative/Alternative Communication
This course addresses issues pertaining to the identification, evaluation, and treatment of individuals with severe and multiple communication deficits which require augmentative/alternative communication systems and/or adapted computer systems. Prerequisite: Graduate standing. (3 credit hours)
CD644: Communication Disorders in Special Populations
A course in identification, evaluation and current practice in working with individuals who have severe and multiple communication disorders associated with co-existing conditions. Prerequisites: 20 hours of graduate level Communication Disorders coursework. (3 credit hours)
CD645: Auditory-Based Problems in School Children
Advanced study of academic, psychosocial, and behavioral problems in school children which are caused by or associated with hearing loss and auditory-related problems. Emphasis is on assessment and management issues in relation to the communication disorders professional in a school setting. Prerequisite: Graduate standing. (3 credit hours)
CD650: Seminar in Communication Disorders
A study of principles, theories and current practices relating to special subject matter in the field of communication disorders. Course may be repeated. Prerequisites: consent of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CD655: Neorogenic Speech and Swallowing Disorders
A comprehensive study of characteristics and treatment of neurologically-based speech and swallowing disorders. Emphasis is placed on etiology and neuropathology of different dysarthric syndromes and dysphagias, as well as on corresponding diagnostic and management procedures. Prerequisite: Graduate standing. (3 credit hours)
CD656: Cleft Palate and Orofacial Anomalies
Study and analysis of embryologic, anatomic, and physiologic bases of orofacial anomalies and the team approach to assessment and rehabilitation. Emphasis on genetics, reconstructive surgery, prosthodontics, orthodontics, otolaryngology, and speech/language pathology, Prerequisite: Graduate standing. (3 credit hours)
CD661: Independent Study in Speech Pathology (1 credit hour)
CD662: Independent Study in Speech Pathology (2 credit hours)
CD663: Independent Study in Speech Pathology (3 credit hours)
CD666: Externship in Communication Disorders I: Medical/Clinical
Supervised clinical practicum in a medical/clinical setting distinctly different from the University Speech and Hearing Clinic. A minimum of two externships is required for certification. May be repeated. Prerequisites: A minimum graduate g.p.a. of 3.0; completion of a minimum of 100 clinical clock hours obtained at the graduate level, including 15 audiology hours and 25 diagnostic hours in speech and/or language; CD632, CD630, CD609, and CD655. (2 credit hours)
CD667: Externship in Communication Disorders I: Medical/Clinical. May be repeated. (2 credit hours)
CD676: Externship in Communication Disorders II: Educational
Supervised clinical practicum in an educational setting distinctly different from the University Speech and Hearing Clinic. A minimum of two externships is required for certification. May be repeated. Prerequisites: A minimum graduate g.p.a. of 3.0; completion of a minimum of 100 clinical clock hours obtained at the graduate level, including 15 audiology hours and 25 diagnostic hours in speech and/or language; CD632, CD609, and either CD634 or CD635. (2 credit hours)
CD677: Externship in Communication Disorders II: Educational. May be repeated. (3 credit hours)
CD681: Research in Communication Disorders
Individual research problems in speech pathology or audiology. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. (1 credit hour)
CD682: Research in Communication Disorders (2 credit hours)
CD683: Research in Communication Disorders (3 credit hours)
A written report based upon the investigation of some subject or the completion of a creative project. See Thesis Plan for additional information. (3 credit hours)
CD695: Thesis. Second semester. (3 credit hours)
CD696: Thesis. Second semester. (2 credit hours)
CD697: Thesis. Second semester. (1 credit hour)
Counseling Program (CP)
CP531: Sexual Offender Treatment
Treatment components specific to sex offender therapy are emphasized. Differences between treating sex offenders and other clients will be addressed. (3 credit hours)
CP610: Counseling Orientation and Ethics
Personal characteristics, professional responsibilities, legal and ethical issues, and helping skills relating to counseling will be explored and acquired with an emphasis on experiential learning. (3 credit hours)
Designed to provide the prospective counselor with knowledge and understanding of the nature and needs of clients at different developmental levels, normal and abnormal human behavior, personality theory and learning theory. Counseling interventions for specific problem areas will be stressed. Prerequisite: CP610 or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
Theories and techniques of counseling utilized in diverse settings including elementary, secondary, post-secondary schools and agencies, with an emphasis on practical strategies for developing and delivering services through organized counseling programs. This exploration of a variety of counseling theories provides a foundation for practice for professional counselor. Prerequisite: CP610 or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CP613: Social and Cultural Aspects of Counseling
This course provides a study of social changes and trends in sex roles stereotyping, societal subgroups, and different lifestyles. Attention is given to how stereotyping has influenced counselors' judgments in counseling different populations. Prerequisite: CP610 or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
Provides an understanding of the philosophic bases of the counseling processes. It focuses on the application of counseling theories and skills, emphasizing the analysis of the student’s own counseling style and performance. The student will explore self as performing the role of counselor, counselee and observer of the counseling process. The student will learn facilitating skills to bring about change for counselees, honoring diversity and multiculturalism. Prerequisite(s): CP-610 Counseling Orientation and Ethics, and CP-612 Counseling Theories or Permission of the instructor. (3 credit hours)
Study of career development theories and decision-making models, career planning, career education, sources of educational and occupational information, nature and structure of the world of work, and leisure and lifestyle development. (3 credit hours)
Provides the student an understanding of group process, dynamics, skills, and theories. Provide the student an opportunity to investigate and experience group procedures which may be used to maximize human potential in professional counseling. Attention will be given to working with specific populations. Prerequisites: CP610, CP614, CP612 and permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CP617: Assessment in Counseling
The application of psychometric assessment techniques to increase understanding of the student/client and develop an individualized plan of assistance. Prerequisites: CP610 and ED615 or PY531. (3 credit hours)
CP620: Foundations of Higher Education I: The Context
An overview of higher education. Exploration of the historical development of higher education; the philosophical aspects; current functions, issues and participants; and considerations related to the future status of higher education institutions. (3 credit hours)
CP621: Finance and Assessment in Higher Education
An examination of financial and assessment components of higher education. Prerequisites: CP620 or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CP622: Foundations in Higher Education II: Leadership
A study of leadership, planning, public policy, and organizational change as it applies to effective administration in higher education. (3 credit hours)
CP623: Principles and Practices in Higher Education
Development of a basic understanding of the nature of administrative work in higher education. Topics include legal and ethical issues, management theory, selection, training, supervision, evaluation, and program development. Prerequisites: CP620 or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CP624: Theories of Collegiate Student Development
A study and application of developmental theory as it relates to the higher education student, the higher education environment, and the interaction between student and environment. Prerequisite: Admission to the program or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CP625: Cultural Diversity in Higher Education
Exploration of the various contexts and cultures that shape students' collegiate experiences. Exploring issues of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, and sexual orientation and their influence on colleges and universities. Prerequisites: CP620 or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CP630: Foundations of School Counseling
The history and trends of the modern school guidance and counseling movement and an examination of the challenges and situations the school counselor faces in the school setting. Skill development for effective delivery of a comprehensive guidance program emphasizing cultural diversities and special needs. (3 credit hours)
CP631: Consultation and Counseling Issues in Schools
Designed to provide the prospective school-based helping professional with the knowledge of theories and techniques to be an effective consultant with administration, staff and parents regarding the school learning environment, classroom management and individual student concerns including ADHD, school violence, anger management, bullying, discipline, crisis intervention. Prerequisites: CP610 or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
Practice in an educational or clinical setting with an emphasis on the utilization of tests. Prerequisites: CP735 and permission of instructor. Credit/Non-credit. (3 credit hours)
CP640: Counseling in Community Agencies
An overview of the role and scope of the community counselor, the community counseling agency, and the community counseling service programs. Prerequisites: CP610 or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CP643: Psychodiagnostics and Treatment
Introduction to Psychodiagnostics using the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Emphasis will be placed on developing a working knowledge of the organizational structure and the professional terminology used in the manual and subsequent treatment plan development including an introduction to Psychopharmacology. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. (3 credit hours)
Designed to provide the prospective counselor with the knowledge of the profession's ethical and legal standards: their evaluation, methods of change, and applications to various professional activities. (1 credit hour)
CP645: Marriage and Family Counseling
An overview of the historical development and principal conceptualizations of marital and family counseling. (3 credit hours)
CP651: Professional Issues in Counseling
Directed study of special topics, issues and trends in counseling through seminars, forums, etc. (1-3 credit hours)
CP652: Counseling Children and Youth
Focus will be given to the definition, history and basic assumptions of play therapy. Process and skills will be reviewed along with the application of therapeutic strategies to high incidence childhood emotional and behavioral disorders and problems. Prerequisites: CP610 and CP614, or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CP653: Family Dynamics and the Exceptional Child
Designed to provide the teachers with the basic skills in working with families of the exceptional child. To facilitate parental skills in using management techniques with the child at home. (3 credit hours)
CP654: Prevention Strategies for Adolescents
Opportunity to develop an atmosphere with diminished misbehavior as adolescents become more capable. Adolescent-adult interactions in communication, self-esteem, encouragement and decision-making will be emphasized. (1 credit hour)
CP655: Advanced Educational Processes
This course is a requirement for the School Psychological Examiner Certification in the elementary, middle and secondary schools. It is designed to provide an understanding of student characteristics and methods of assessing and evaluating variability of students and their performance. Prerequisite: ED615 or permission of instructor. (3 credit hours)
CP656: Issues and Techniques of Classroom Management
Focus is on the practical aspects in: 1) developing a positive learning climate in a classroom; 2) dealing with conflict and problem areas in teaching. (3 credit hours)
CP661: Substance Abuse Counseling
This course will provide counselors with techniques which are useful for adapting their existing skills to the special needs of substance abusing clients. (3 credit hours)
CP662: Gerontological Counseling
Provides the student the opportunity to develop a better conceptual system for understanding the phenomena of aging. Students will gain personal insight and learn practical counseling skills necessary for meeting the demands of coping with aging in our soci