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FAM 365 - Research Methods in Child and Family Services Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring
Understanding and evaluating research in the social sciences with emphasis on human development, family studies, and Child Life. An introduction to statistical concepts, research design, measurement, sampling, quantitative and qualitative methods of data collection and analysis, data management, and presentation of research findings. Prerequisite: Junior standing. |
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FAM 385 - Family Theories: An Introduction Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to a variety of theoretical frameworks for understanding the internal dynamics of family systems. Students will explore how major concepts from various theories can be utilized to explain and predict human behavior in the context of interpersonal relationships and family life. |
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FAM 443 - Death and Bereavement Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Summer
This course explores the experiences of death, dying and bereavement through a family systems perspective. Students will study the historical and cultural context of death, the experience of death along the life cycle stages, and the impact of death for families and involved individuals related to the death experience. A personal exploration of one’s reactions to death, dying and bereavement will be integrated in the course, as well as an examination of death and dying from the points of view of dying persons, their families and friends, and family and service professionals. |
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FAM 452 - Parenting and Family Skills Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall
Principles of effective parenting including theoretical approaches to understanding parent/child relations, the etiology of child behaviors, dysfunctional parenting styles and mechanisms of behavior change. Emphasis is given to strengthening positive behaviors and developing significant perceptions and skills in children. Different family structures and interactions over the family life-span are considered. |
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FAM 453 - Family Crises and Resiliency Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall
Consideration of social institutions and resources in the community as they affect the well-being of children and families. Attention is given to: (1) families experiencing stress and crises; (2) working with nontraditional family structures (e.g., single parent and stepfamilies) (3) community resources for meeting family needs; and (4) providing students with practical experiences and information needed to work effectively with community groups. |
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FAM 454 - Aging and the Family Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring
Examines successful aging from a bio-psychosocial framework with an emphasis on changes in interpersonal relationships, roles, and family dynamics associated with aging family members. Topics include: common problems and decisions facing aging families, marriage in later life, being single, parent-child relationships, sibling ties, the role of grandparents, divorce and remarriage, physiological/health issues leading to increased dependency and long-term care and one’s life review. |
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FAM 455 - Ministry to Fathers Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring
Reviews current literature on fathering with an emphasis on equipping men and women (husbands and wives) for the vital role that fathers play in the lives of their children/family. Examines the impact of father’s absence on the lives of sons and daughters, including barriers that hinder father involvement. Participants examine the principles of effective fathering as well as how wives contribute to their husband’s fathering style. Biblical principles of masculinity are examined as well as how men become spiritual leaders of their families. |
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FAM 470 - Family Life Education Methodology Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall
Provides students with an understanding of the competencies, broad knowledge base, and skills required for the ethical practice of family life education. Students acquire knowledge regarding the design, implementation and evaluation of family life education programs including methods of teaching/learning relevant to diverse audiences within a variety of community settings. Prerequisite: FAM 251 , FAM 356 , FAM 452 , or approval of instructor. |
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FAM 485 - Ethics and Professional Development Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring
This course is designed to foster the personal and professional development of Family Studies majors via the integration of faith and learning, the process of ethical decision making, and the requisite professional skills required by careers in family life education and social services. Prerequisite: FAM 470 and FAM 495 (either course may be taken as a corequisite if not completed as a prerequisite). A capstone and writing- intensive course. |
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FAM 495 - Practicum in Child and Family Services Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 8 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring, Summer
Supervised experience in a community-based family life education or service program. Students in the course will complete a minimum of 120 clock hours service-learning in the community program. This course is available for variable credit. Please see your advisor for more information. Prerequisite: Junior standing; instructor and department chair approval; and acceptance of the student by a community program. For majors only. |
Finance |
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FIN 310 - Financial Management Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Financial analysis, capital budgeting, working capital management, sources and forms of long-term financial structure, the cost of capital, and dividend policy. Prerequisite: ACCT 210 ; ECON 260 , ECON 261 , with a grade of “C” or better; MATH 130 . |
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FIN 311 - Money and Banking Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
Nature and operations of our money and banking system, and the application of modern monetary and banking theory to domestic and international problems. Prerequisite: ACCT 210 ; ECON 260 , ECON 261 with a grade of “C” or better; MATH 130 . |
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FIN 411 - Principles of Investment Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
Introduction to securities markets, presentation of risk-return analysis, analysis of common stocks and bonds, and introduction to portfolio analysis. Prerequisite: FIN 310 , with a grade of “C” or better. |
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FIN 412 - Financial Theory and Practice Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
The acquisition and use of financial resources are examined from the perspective of the financial manager. Coverage includes both theoretical and practical aspects of financial management. Prerequisite: FIN 310 with a grade of “C” or better. |
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FIN 414 - Bank Management Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: on demand
The organization of the bank, sources of bank funds, allocation of bank funds, and supervision and regulation of the commercial bank. Prerequisite: FIN 310 , with a grade of “C” or better. |
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FIN 416 - Personal Financial Planning Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
Introduction to the methodology and discipline of personal financial planning. Focuses on the comprehensive and ongoing planning process that seeks to quantify personal financial objectives and balance the components of risk management, personal investments, tax considerations, retirement preparation, and estate planning. Prerequisite: 72 earned hours. |
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FIN 419 - International Financial Markets Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring
A study of the concept of the balance of payments, different methods of financing international trade including the methods, documents, and institutions used, and an examination of capital investments and international financial markets. Prerequisite: FIN 310 , with a grade of “C” or better. May be used to satisfy University requirements. |
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FIN 420 - Entrepreneurial Finance Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring
This course is focused on the financial aspects of a new venture from idea to operation to harvest. The course will help students develop understanding and proficiency with respect to the concepts and tools of entrepreneurial finance and help foster an entrepreneurial spirit. Prerequisite: FIN 310 with a grade of “C” or better. |
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FIN 434 - Portfolio Management Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
Each student will use valuation techniques to select common stocks to comprise a portfolio. The performance of each portfolio will be compared to that of other students and a benchmark. Each student will make five presentations to the class regarding their portfolio’s composition and performance. Collectively, the students will function as an Investment Committee in managing a class portfolio. Prerequisite: FIN 310 with a grade of “C” or better. |
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FIN 439 - Student Managed Investment Fund Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
This course comprises a group of students that are responsible for managing a portion of the university’s endowment. Specifically, they are responsible for constructing and monitoring a portfolio of long positions in common stocks. This portfolio is referred to as the Student Managed Investment Fund and uses the brand name STAR (Student Trading and Research). Prerequisite: FIN 310 with a grade of “C” or better. |
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FIN 499 - Finance Internship Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: on demand
A practical work experience in accounting or finance. This course is available for variable credit. Please see your advisor for more information. Prerequisite: ACCT 310 ; FIN 310 ; GPA of 2.75 or above in business courses; overall GPA of 2.50 or above; and consent of department chair. Same as ACCT 499 , IS 499 , ITC 499 , MGMT 499 and MKTG 499 . |
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FIN 643 - International Finance Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 This course focuses on the structure and opportunities for the multinational firm, through understanding of the international monetary system and balance of payments. Specific aspects of international cash flow management are examined together with the management of financial risk related to foreign investments and capital funding in an international context |
French |
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FREN 111 - Elementary French I Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall
An introduction to the basic skills of speaking, listening comprehension, reading and writing. Prerequisite: ACT English score of 19 or above; SAT Critical Reading score (old SAT) of 460 or above; SAT Reading + Writing score (new SAT) of 500 or above; ENGL 003 /ENGL 004 ; or approval by department. Non-credit laboratory required. May be used to satisfy University Requirements. |
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FREN 112 - Elementary French II Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring
A continuation of FREN 111 . Prerequisite: FREN 111 or equivalent. Non-credit laboratory required. May be used to satisfy University Requirements. |
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FREN 221 - Intermediate French I Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall
Further study of basic grammar with greater emphasis on conversation and reading. Prerequisite: FREN 112 or equivalent through testing. |
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FREN 222 - Intermediate French II Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring
Grammar review, reading, conversation, and composition. Prerequisite: FREN 221 or equivalent through testing. |
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FREN 321 - French Composition and Conversation Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall, even years
Prose composition with attention to the acquisition of useful, everyday vocabulary. Prerequisite: FREN 222 or equivalent through testing. |
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FREN 341 - Introduction to French Culture Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall, odd years
A survey of life in contemporary France with emphasis on values, attitudes, institutions, and current problems. Prerequisite: FREN 222 or equivalent through testing. |
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FREN 342 - French Cinema Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring, odd years
Students will develop comprehension and speaking skills as well as further their knowledge and understanding of French contemporary culture through a selection of contemporary French movies. Prerequisite: FREN 222 |
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FREN 461 - Medieval and Renaissance Literature Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring, odd years
A survey of Medieval and Renaissance French literature in modern French translation. Prerequisite: FREN 222 or equivalent through testing. |
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FREN 462 - Twentieth-Century French Literature Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring, even years
A general survey of 20th century French literature. Prerequisite: FREN 222 or equivalent through testing. |
Geography |
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GEOG 235 - World Geography Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring, Summer
Cultural, demographic, political, economic, and environmental themes are developed through an analysis of the world regions and the countries in each. May be used to satisfy University Requirements. |
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GEOG 354 - Cultural Geography Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
Emphasis will be placed on such topics as basic concepts in geography, human population, migration, folk and popular culture, language, religion, ethnicity, political geography, globalization, and resources. May be used to satisfy University Requirements. |
Geology |
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GEOL 111 - Introduction to Geology Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: on demand
Study of the physical processes involved in earth’s development. Identification of minerals and rocks, and introduction to plate tectonics and structural features of the earth. May be used to satisfy University Requirements. |
German |
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GER 111 - Elementary German I Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall
An introduction to the German language and culture. Emphasis on understanding the spoken and written language and on communication through speaking and writing. Prerequisite: ACT English score of 19 or above; SAT Critical Reading score (old SAT) of 460 or above; SAT Reading + Writing score (new SAT) of 500 or above; ENGL 003 /ENGL 004 ; or approval by department. Non-credit laboratory required. May be used to satisfy University Requirements. |
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GER 112 - Elementary German II Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring
A continuation of GER 111 . Prerequisite: GER 111 or equivalent through testing. Non-credit laboratory required. May be used to satisfy University Requirements. |
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GER 221 - Intermediate German I Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall
Grammar review with stress on the skills of reading, speaking, and composition. Prerequisite: GER 112 or equivalent through testing. |
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GER 222 - Intermediate German II Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring
A continuation of GER 221 with more extensive reading. Prerequisite: GER 221 or equivalent through testing. |
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GER 321 - German Grammar through Short Stories Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall, even years
Designed to review and refine German grammar skills while beginning upper-division-level literary engagement. Prerequisite: GER 222 , Advanced WebCAPE placement, or consent of instructor. |
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GER 341 - Survey of German Film Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring, even years
Active viewing and analysis of major cinematic works from German-speaking regions. Prerequisite: GER 222 , Advanced WebCAPE placement, or consent of instructor. |
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GER 361 - Survey of German Literature Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring, odd years
Reading and analysis of major literary work from German-speaking regions. Prerequisite: GER 222 , Advanced WebCAPE placement, or consent of instructor. |
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GER 461 - German Drama Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall, odd years
Reading and literary analysis of major dramas from German-speaking regions. Prerequisite: GER 222 , Advanced WebCAPE placement, or consent of instructor. |
Gerontology |
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GERO 350 - Sociology of Aging Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring
An overview of the research and literature related to the demographic, social, and cultural aspects of aging in the United States and in other cultures. Same as SOCI 350 . |
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GERO 352 - Adult Development and Aging Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall
Introduces the student to the study of adult development and aging, the emerging science of human aging, by taking a topical approach to each aspect of development including physical, cognitive, social, and personality in relation to periods of adult life span. Emphasis will be given to late adulthood. Prerequisite: Junior standing. |
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GERO 437 - Ministry with Older Adults Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: on demand
Course will cover demographics of the aging community, analyze programs for serving the older member, and show how to utilize the talents of mature church members. |
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GERO 441 - Social Welfare Policy and Services Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall
A descriptive and analytical study of social welfare programs and policies; examination of the relationship between social work and other aspects of the U.S. social welfare system noting overall impact on social problems. Same as SOCW 441 . A writing-intensive course. |
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GERO 448 - Biology of Aging Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Summer
Survey of the human anatomy and physiology with implications of normal and abnormal age related changes. Same as BIOL 448 . |
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GERO 454 - Aging and the Family Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring, even years
Problems of aging in the family as related to interpersonal relationships, nutrition, and near environmental needs of the elderly in maintaining personal independence. |
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GERO 460 - Ethics and Social Issues Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
An attempt to help students reach a higher critical and reflective consciousness of the relationship of ethics to professional and business decision making and problem solving. Same as SOCI 560 . |
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GERO 479 - Programs and Services for Elderly Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring
Health care delivery system, aging networks, delivery of care, communication disorders in the elderly. Same as CSD 479 . |
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GERO 495 - Practicum in Gerontology Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Supervised work experience with an agency or organization serving older adults. The practicum practice placement will be consistent with academic and career goals for the student and will be designed to give face-to-face client exposure. |
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GERO 550 - Sociology of Aging Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring
An overview of the research and literature related to the demographic, social and cultural aspects of aging in the United States and in other cultures. Same as SOCI 550 . |
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GERO 552 - Adult Development and Aging Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall
Introduces the student to the study of adult development and aging, the emerging science of human aging, by taking a topical approach to each aspect of development including physical, cognitive, social, and personality in relation to periods of adult life span. Emphasis will be given to late adulthood. |
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GERO 560 - Ethics and Social Issues Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
An attempt to help students reach a higher critical and reflective consciousness of the relationship of ethics to professional and business decision making and problem solving. Same as SOCI 560 . |
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GERO 579 - Programs and Services for Elderly Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring
Health care delivery system, aging networks, delivery of care, communication disorders in the elderly. |
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GERO 615 - Social Research Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 An application of the scientific method to the study of social phenomena; consideration of basic methods of data gathering, analysis and reporting, including basic statistics. Students experience organizing, conducting and evaluating research. Same as SOCI 615 . |
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GERO 636 - Seminar in Death and Dying Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 The theoretical and theological basis for the study of thanatology. Exposure to significant new literature in the discipline of death, dying and grief. |
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GERO 637 - Ministry with Older Adults Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Course will cover demographics of the aging community, analyze programs for serving the older member and how to utilize the talents of mature church members. Same as BIBM 637 . |
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GERO 668 - Housing the Older Client Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 This course will provide a thorough review of the literature, research and theory in the field of housing for the older client. Managerial aspects of the industry will focus upon providing a quality living environment at the best independent level care possible. |
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GERO 685 - Advanced Seminar in Gerontology Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: on demand
This course will lead the student to apply the theory, knowledge, and practice of gerontology toward a particular field or job area. |
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GERO 690 - Practicum in Gerontology Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 6 Supervised field placement of 150 to 300 hours. This course is available for variable credit. Please see your advisor for more information. |
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GERO 744 - Management and Funding of Nonprofit Organizations Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: on demand
Designed to develop a working knowledge of the planning, allocation, and control processes of resources in a social service agency and procedures and techniques of developing and receiving grants and/or contract support and addressing methods of organizational change and community improvement as they relate to social services. Same as SOCW 744 . |
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GERO 745 - Administration and Planning for Nonprofit Organizations Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: on demand
Will be directed toward the administration and planning process in social service organizations. The course will also help the students to assess service needs of a target population, to evaluate programs and to develop and implement viable alternatives within the agency structure. Same as SOCW 745 . |
Global Studies |
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GLST 120 - Introduction to Global Issues Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring
Explores the nature of the contemporary world, with attention to key features and implications of globalization, as well as attention to major issues impacting global society in the 21st century. May be used to satisfy University Requirements. |
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GLST 212 - Introduction to Great Britain Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
Introduces students to Great Britain through the examination of regional geography, social groups, cultural values and major regional geography, social groups, cultural values and major institutions, with special attention to the issues that currently dominate public discourse. Students learn from local guest lecturers and on-site observation of British institutions, as well as through small group tutorials in the Oxford learning tradition. Available only to students enrolled in ACU’s Oxford Study Abroad program. May be used to satisfy University Requirements. |
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GLST 214 - Global Studies: People and Culture of Germany and Europe Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Spring
Introduction to German history, society and culture, with attention to the legacy of the German Democratic Republic (GDR) and some attention to wider Europe, Students look in depth at specific cultural components such as government, religion, business, family structures, cultural values and worldviews. Available only to students enrolled in ACU’s Montevideo, Uruguay, Study Abroad program. May be used to satisfy University Requirements. |
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GLST 217 - South America Southern Cone: History and Culture Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
Includes an overview of Latin America and a more detailed examination of the history and culture of the Southern Cone of South America, especially Uruguay. Students look in depth at specific cultural components such as government, education, religion, business, family structures, cultural values and worldviews. Available only to students enrolled in ACU’s Montevideo, Uruguay, Study Abroad program. May be used to satisfy University Requirements. |
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GLST 499 - Global Studies Seminar Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Terms Offered: Fall, odd years
In seminar sessions, a comprehensive integration of various disciplines of the global studies program and a senior project, individually designed in co-operation with the instructor. A capstone and writing-intensive course. |
Graduate Program |
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GRAD 081 - Introduction to Scholarly Writing I Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Through this course, students are introduced to the conventions of scholarly writing at the graduate level. Students use scholarly journals from their field of study to summarize, analyze, synthesize, and apply concepts to write academic papers that integrate sources with correct use of APA style format. Course fee. |
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GRAD 695 - Thesis Continuation Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 0 Thesis continuation, zero credit hours, allows student to remain in active status while completing thesis. |
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GRAD 696 - Graduate Continuation Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 0 Continuation course that allows a student to remain in active status while completing a capstone project, practicum, or while awaiting dissertation chair assignment. Fee required. Course is intended for 1-2 parts of term. Enrolling in this continuation course may delay time to degree completion or necessitate other programmatic considerations. |
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GRAD 791 - Dissertation Continuation I Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1 Continuation of dissertation research and dissertation defense. Prerequisite: At least 6 credit hours of LEAD 799 and continued relationship with dissertation chair. |
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GRAD 792 - Dissertation Continuation II Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1 Continuation of dissertation research and dissertation defense. Prerequisite: Completion of two credit hours of GRAD 791 and continued relationship with dissertation chair. |
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GRAD 793 - Dissertation Continuation III Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1 Continuation of dissertation research and dissertation defense. Prerequisite: Completion of two credit hours of GRAD 792 and continued relationship with dissertation chair. |
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GRAD 794 - Dissertation Continuation IV Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1 Continuation of dissertation research and dissertation defense. Prerequisite: Completion of two credit hours of GRAD 793 and continued relationship with dissertation chair. |
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GRAD 795 - Dissertation Continuation V Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1 Continuation of dissertation research and dissertation defense. Prerequisite: Completion of two credit hours of GRAD 794 and continued relationship with dissertation chair. |
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GRAD 796 - Dissertation Continuation VI Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1 Continuation of dissertation research and dissertation defense. Prerequisite: Completion of two credit hours of GRAD 795 and continued relationship with dissertation chair. |
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GRAD 797 - Dissertation Continuation VII Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1 Continuation of dissertation research and dissertation defense. Prerequisite: Completion of two credit hours of GRAD 796 and continued relationship with dissertation chair. |
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GRAD 798 - Dissertation Continuation VIII Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1 Continuation of dissertation research and dissertation defense. Prerequisite: Completion of two credit hours of GRAD 797 and continued relationship with dissertation chair. |
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GRAD 799 - Dissertation Continuation IX Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 1 Continuation of dissertation research and dissertation defense. Prerequisite: Completion of two credit hours of GRAD 798 and continued relationship with dissertation chair. |
Healthcare Administration |
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HCAD 201 - Introduction to Health Services Administration Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 A general introduction of the structure and operations of patient care organizations with a focus on management and leadership theory and a general overview of healthcare venues, administration, and operations practices. |
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HCAD 241 - Survey of Community and Public Health Issues Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 This course introduces the field of community and public health, it’s history, methods, and contribution with an emphasis to help future administrators of healthcare in planning and delivery of health services. |
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HCAD 256 - Research and Statistics in Healthcare Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Introduces students to research methods–formulating a research question, model, reviewing the literature, and writing up research results in a healthcare context. Examines methods of descriptive statistics and probability, including describing, exploring, and comparing data and how it can be used in decision making. |
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HCAD 262 - Fundamentals of Health Information Management Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Explores the critical role information technologies and systems play in healthcare organizations. This course discusses underlying technologies including hardware, applications, the Internet and telehealth, planning and project management, and the future of information technology in healthcare management. |
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HCAD 287 - Healthcare Personnel and Interdisciplinary Team Leadership Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Introduces students to the essential role of human resources management within healthcare organizations. Serves as a foundation for all aspects of human resources planning, development, and administration, with an emphasis on the unique requirements related to healthcare personnel and interdisciplinary team leadership. |
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HCAD 311 - Current Issues in Global Public Health Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Study of health systems around the world by evaluating countries according to their healthcare systems, socioeconomic status, and the challenges and opportunities for promoting the health of their citizens. Prerequisite: HCAD 241 . |
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HCAD 327 - Innovation and Trends in Healthcare Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Introduces current trends and opportunities throughout the healthcare industry. Topics include the role of information technology, trends in reimbursement, innovative approaches to delivery, and other components that influence patient care. |
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HCAD 365 - Healthcare Financial Analysis Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Introduction to economic and financial concepts unique to healthcare. Examines the significance of economics in healthcare decisions. Analyzes various finance concepts such as: budgetary, financial management, and cost accounting to demonstrate operations and decision making under cost constraints often seen in competitive healthcare markets. Prerequisite: ECON 260 . |
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HCAD 385 - Healthcare Marketing and Strategic Planning Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 An introduction to Healthcare Strategic Planning and Marketing. Discusses and applies the concepts of healthcare planning and marketing to healthcare delivery, assessment of community needs, and resource planning in both ambulatory and clinical settings. Includes health services planning and trends, demand for and use of health services, research methods, and sources of marketing and planning data. |
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HCAD 411 - Healthcare Quality and Safety Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 An overview of quality and safety issues within healthcare organizations. Students will gain knowledge in methods of assessing quality and techniques for improving quality and patient safety. Prerequisite: HCAD 256 . |
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HCAD 421 - Long Term Care Administration Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 An introduction to healthcare venues beyond acute healthcare, including long term acute care hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation facilities, and assisted living facilities. Provides students with essential knowledge and skills required for this rapidly expanding area of the healthcare industry. |
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HCAD 432 - Conflict Management in Healthcare Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Introduces students to the underlying sources of conflict in healthcare settings and presents specific theories and techniques of negotiating among and between medical professionals and administration. While collaboration is emphasized, the course also presents tactics for securing essential terms in bargaining and group facilitation skills for building consensus. |
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HCAD 441 - Introduction to Epidemiology Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 This course integrates concepts from Epidemiology and Population Health in order to improve health outcomes. The role of the healthcare administrator in advancing population health through collaboration with groups, organizations, and networks, and the use of epidemiological applications and technology are emphasized. Prerequisite: HCAD 241 and HCAD 256 . |
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HCAD 461 - Healthcare Disparities Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 An examination of the essential role of the determinants of health and disease in communities. Students will analyze correlations to disproportionately poor health outcomes in vulnerable populations. Students will also gain an introduction to the basic techniques of demographic analysis. Prerequisite: HCAD 241 and HCAD 256 . |
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HCAD 491 - Healthcare Administration Capstone Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 This course provides a culminating, student-centered experience in which students analyze and synthesize knowledge and skills from across their program to demonstrate mastery of learning. A capstone and writing-intensive course. |
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HCAD 601 - Self-Reflection in Healthcare Leadership Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Assists students in understanding personal leadership styles including personality type and communication style. Exposes students to literature on emotional intelligence and interpersonal neurobiology as it relates to healthcare leadership. Students will reflect upon how their Christian identity may influence the healthcare system to promote social justice, equity, and ethical policy. |
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HCAD 604 - Accountable Healthcare: Transforming the Healthcare System Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 This course examines reasons and responses driving the healthcare industry transformation with identified applications by the student in his or her sphere of healthcare. |
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HCAD 621 - Healthcare Policies and Ethics Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 An overview of policy, regulations, and ethical issues impacting healthcare. Topics include privacy, regulatory compliance, ethical choices in patient care, and healthcare reform. Students will explore healthcare policy and the challenges that arise as the market responds to policy and change. |
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HCAD 624 - Health Services Administration Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 An overview of the structure and operation of patient care organizations with a focus on managing cost and quality. Students will learn how to manage relationships among patients, physicians, insurers, employers, and others in the industry. |
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HCAD 627 - Innovation and Trends in Healthcare Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3 Introduces current trends and opportunities throughout the healthcare industry. Topics include the role of information technology, innovative approaches to delivery, and other components that influence patient care. |
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