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2020-2021 Graduate Catalog [FINAL EDITION]
Course Descriptions
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Education |
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ED 5400 - Social Studies Methods
3 Credit(s)
This course helps preservice teachers to develop self reflection in the teaching/learning process, foster content knowledge of the social sciences, enhance skills related to learning theories, and create authentic and appropriate assessments. The goals of this course reflect the standards of the National Council for Social Studies’ National Standards for Social Studies Teachers (2000) “to ensure that (1) social studies teachers possess the knowledge, capabilities, and dispositions associated with the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the disciplines that make up the social studies, and (2) that they are able to create learning experiences that make these aspects of the subject matter meaningful for learners” (p. 17). (Adapted from the Pennsylvania Dept. of Education’s Pre-K–4 Program Specific Guidelines, 2008.)
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ED 5410 - Science Methods
3 Credit(s)
As a result of this course, candidates will demonstrate their understanding of learning as a process that integrates all areas of development. Teachers encounter a wide range of students-those beginning school with previous exposure to high quality science experiences, those with learning challenges, and those whose innate curiosity about the world around them has yet to be tapped by effective science instruction. As a result, candidates learn to utilize a variety of instructional strategies. Candidates learn how to think like scientists and to help their students develop the same set of age-appropriate knowledge and skills. To this end, the course uses an inquiry-based perspective for teaching science. Science process skills are practiced and studied as a means of introducing students to science investigation. Teacher candidates explore the application of alternative learning theories to develop early childhood and elementary level hands-on, minds-on science unit plans. As part of this course, students participate in field experiences to apply these units. All students must have required clearances on file in the Office of Field Experiences and Certification. (Adapted from the Pennsylvania Dept. of Education’s Pre-K–4 Program Specific Guidelines, 2008.)
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ED 5420 - Early and Primary Math Foundations and Assessment
3 Credit(s)
This course prepares new early childhood teachers to effectively teach mathematics to pre-K–4 students. Early Childhood Mathematics: Promoting Good Beginnings—a joint position statement of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and the National Council for Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM)-and NCTM’s Curriculum Focal Points provide a central focus for this course. Topics include how young children learn mathematics; teaching strategies, techniques, and learning activities related to specific mathematical topics; use of technology, and assessment of mathematics learning. The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) competencies covered in this course include those listed for number and operation, algebra, geometry, measurement, and data analysis and probability. As part of this course, students participate in field experiences that enable them to relate the course content to teaching. (Adapted from the Pennsylvania Dept. of Education’s Pre-K–4 Program Specific Guidelines, 2008.)
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ED 5500 - Introduction to Special Education
3 Credit(s)
The course is designed to provide students with a critical overview of special education, including its history, the classification and description of exceptionalities, and its legal regulation. Major issues related to identification, assessment, educational and therapeutic interventions, social and psychological aspects, and inclusion are examined.
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ED 5900 - Student Teaching
6 Credit(s)
Student teachers observe and teach in classroom situations. The classroom experience is a period of fourteen weeks and is under the supervision of a professor from the teacher education program and also experienced teachers from local cooperating schools. The student teaching experience requires full-time presence in the school for one semester. All students must have required clearances before the semester begins. Please contact the Office of Field Experience and Certification for more information.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the director of field experience and certification.
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ED 6600 - Collaboration and Inclusion
3 Credit(s)
This course helps teachers develop an understanding of the major issues involved in working as a member of a team and in helping others from special education and multiple teaching positions in general. This course focuses on effective strategies for facilitating inclusion of students with special needs in the general education classroom, and collaboration with families, general and special educators, paraprofessionals, and related service providers in the school and community. A multidisciplinary approach to assessment and intervention is emphasized. (Adapted from the Pennsylvania Dept. of Education’s Pre-K–4 Program Specific Guidelines, 2008.)
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EE 644 - Microwave Devices & Circuits
3 Credit(s)
This course presents the basic principles, characteristics, and applications of commonly used microwave devices and techniques for analyzing and designing microwave circuits. Topics include aspects of plane wave propagation, reflection and transmission, transmission line theory, Smith charts, impedance matching, waveguides, microwave cavities, S-parameters, hybrid circuits, couplers, isolators, transistors, tunnel diodes, TEDs, ATTDs, linear beam tubes (Klystrons), strip lines, and microstrip.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate background in electromagnetics and solid state electronics.
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EE 645 - Optical Communication Systems
3 Credit(s)
This course explores the operation of generic optical communication systems through an in-depth treatment of both the individual system components, such as optical sources (LED/LD), detectors (PIN/APD), and optical fiber (Multimode, SI, GRIN, DSF), as well as the integrated system characteristics (rise-time, bandwidth, data rate, eye diagrams, attenuation, PB). In addition, the course will cover optical amplifiers (EDFA), which have been responsible for the current trend toward wave-division multiplexing (WDM) in long haul, large capacity data systems. Fundamental principles in semiconductor concepts, electromagnetic theory, communications theory, and electronics will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate background in electrical engineering recommended.
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EE 647 - Satellite Communications
3 Credit(s)
This course is an introduction to theory and applications of satellite communications. Topics include both geosynchronous and non-geosynchronous satellite orbits, ground station look angles, signal propagation, link budgets, noise models, modulation, coding, noise reduction, ground station systems, and applications. Special emphasis is placed on understanding and implementing the relevant calculations.
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EE 648 - Geographic Information Processing
3 Credit(s)
This course presents computations, analytical methods, and graphical representation for geographical information systems (GIS). Topics include spherical trigonometry, data models, coordinated transformations, digital filtering, terrain mapping, analysis of attributes over terrain, and spatial interpolation. In homework assignments and classroom workshops, students use these computational methods for processing of geographic information. Applications to electromagnetic wave propagation, magnetic field surveys, and hydrology are offered as extended examples. Coursework requires the use of a mathematical analysis package.
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EE 649 - Digital Network Switching
3 Credit(s)
This course covers the following: Switching fundamentals—matrix, multistage, shared memory, bus, and multiple bus switching fabrics; blocking, strictly nonblocking, and rearrangeable nonblocking switches. Space-division, time-division, and combined space- and time-division switching. Controller-based and self-routing switching; synchronous, frame, and cell/packet switching; Clos, Benes, Banyon, Knockout, Multistage Batcher-Banyon, Tandem Banyon, shuffle, toroidal, and recirculating switches. Buffer strategies, cut-through switching, multicasting, and priority handling; optical switching. Throughput, delay, and complexity performance analysis and implementation issues. Switching architectures for telephone, local-area to broadband networks, asynchronous transfer mode, and communication satellites, and their interconnections.
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EE 650 - Advanced Computer Network Design
3 Credit(s)
Topics include data communication and high speed network essentials; in-depth study of physical data; network and transport layer protocols covering Ethernet, token ring, FDDI, X.25, frame relay, leased lines, ATM, SDLC, HDLC, LLC frames, MAC addressing, TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, AppleTalk, DECnet and other bridging, switching, routing techniques; connectivity from LAN to LAN, LAN to WAN, and WAN to WAN; design of internet and intranet connectivity using OP and other protocols; introduction to firewall and security; and network management, as time permits. Students will be encouraged to use COMMNET III for network simulation and testing.
Prerequisite(s): EE 658 .
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EE 652 - Wireless & Cellular Telecommunication
3 Credit(s)
Topics include mobile and fixed wireless systems—cellular and point-to-point technologies. Wireless LANs, wireless STM (synchronous transfer mode), wireless cable, wireless local loops, microwave and satellite systems, cordless telephones, PCS (personal com mu nication systems), and multimedia and video mobile services. Cellular concepts for macro-, micro-, and picocellular networks; frequency reuse, hand-offs, channel interference. Radio propagation effects of reflection, diffraction and scattering; use of microwave, millimeter, and optical infrared frequencies; climactic effects, directional and multiple antennas. Large-scale propagation models of path loss in irregular terrain, urban areas, microcells, and buildings. Small-scale models of fading, time-delay spread, and Doppler spread due to multipaths, movement of transmitter/receivers, or of surrounding objects and transmission bandwidth; statistical models of fading. Digital modulation—QAM (quadrature amplitude modulation), MSK (minimum shift keying), Gaussian MSK, spread spectrum, adaptive and multicarrier modulation. Signal processing to improve quality; adaptive equalization, diversity techniques, block and convolutional coding, trellis-coded modulation. Access methods—time, frequency, and space-division, frequency hopping and code division, and random access packet radio. inter-networking, signaling, and national and international standards.
Prerequisite(s): EE 657 .
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EE 654 - Algorithms & Data Structures
3 Credit(s)
Fundamental algorithms and data structures for list and tree processing and for sorting, searching, traversing, and backtracking are discussed. More advanced algorithms for engineering use, such as graph processing, inference engines, network flow, and shortest path algorithms are also covered. Extensive programming in a structured language is required.
Prerequisite(s): Programming experience in a structured language, such as C, C++, Java, or Ada.
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EE 655 - Microelectronic Circuit Design
3 Credit(s)
This course covers integrated circuit design and fabrication; devices and models; analog and digital circuit design, simulation, and fabrication layout. A special feature of this course is actual fabrication of student-designed integrated circuits.
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EE 656 - Microelectronics System Design
3 Credit(s)
This course covers VLSI circuit design; hierarchic layout techniques; circuit building blocks, including computing elements; testing, and testability design. A special feature of this course is laboratory testing of integrated circuits fabricated in EE 655 .
Prerequisite(s): EE 655
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EE 657 - Communications Systems
3 Credit(s)
This course is an advanced level presentation of the fundamental concepts employed in modern communications. Topics include linear and nonlinear analog modulation; pulse code modulation methods; digital modulation (OOK, PSK, FSK, etc.), and coding methods; system concepts and system performance in the presence of noise. Prerequisite: Knowledge of Fourier analysis, probability, and statistics through appropriate course work.
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EE 658 - Computer Communications
3 Credit(s)
Students learn advanced concepts in modern computer communications systems with emphasis on the OSI layered protocol model, including an introduction to network software modules. Additional topics include physical layer standards, bit stuffing and error control through checksums and protocol design with Petri-net modeling in the data link layer, the functions of repeaters and bridges, and the development of routing algorithms in the network layer, as well as shortest path and maximal flow algorithms. Treatment of the transport layer includes an introduction to the control protocol and internet protocol (TCP/IP). A special feature of the course is an introduction to the use of commercial network simulation tools.
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EE 659 - Digital Signal Processing
3 Credit(s)
Topics include a review of sampling; properties of discrete-time signals and linear systems; Fourier analysis of continuous and discrete-time signals; the z-transform and its properties; sampling in time and frequency; the discrete-time Fourier transform (DFT); implementation of FIR and IIR discrete-time systems; design of FIR and IIR digital filters. Prerequisites: Knowledge of the continuous-time Fourier transform; some familiarity with discrete-time systems and the z-transform is recommended.
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EE 660 - Operating System Kernel Internals
3 Credit(s)
Topics include architecture, algorithms, and data structures of the kernel, the inner core of an operating system, with primary study of UNIX and examples from other operating systems, such as Windows. Operating system layered design; relation of the kernel to the hardware, shells, program libraries, system call interfaces, and user programs. Entry into the kernel through system calls and hardware interrupts; interrupt vector table/system control block. Timesharing concepts, clocks, quantum (time slice), context switching, clock interrupt handler. Process definition, properties, and states (user mode, kernel mode, sleeping, swapped, preempted, zombie, etc.). Kernel process data structures; virtual addressing, paging and swapping policies. Creation of child processes using system calls (fork and exec). Shell operation and kernel start-up. Algorithms and data structures for scheduling processes. Software signal mechanism. Kernel implementation and uses of interprocess communication—pipes, messages, semaphores, shared memory, sockets. Other possible topics include file and I/O subsystems and device drivers, and extensions for distributed and real-time operating systems.
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EE 661 - Database Engineering I
3 Credit(s)
Topics include database systems theory and applications to engineering problems; hierarchical, network, and relational database models; relational query languages, optimization of relational queries, and relational normalization; deductive, object-oriented, and distributed databases; and issues of security and integrity.
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EE 662 - Knowledge Engineering Systems
3 Credit(s)
Topics include representation of knowledge, interface through formal logic, expert systems, inexact knowledge, Baysian interface, fuzzy logic, frame-based systems, neural networks, and the engineering design of interface systems, with examples. Some knowledge of computer programming is strongly recommended.
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EE 663 - Object-Oriented Programming
3 Credit(s)
This course covers abstraction and object-oriented programming and their role in achieving software reusability, assuring software quality and, where applicable, safety, as in medical, communication, military, and robotics applications. Extensive laboratory examples and exercises.
Prerequisite(s): EE 654 or extensive C++ experience.
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EE 664 - Simulation of Computer Systems
3 Credit(s)
This course will present the techniques needed for simulation of mobile computing systems. This includes the generation of random variables for simulation, modeling, and evaluation of mobile computing configuration. Results will be displayed using object-oriented graphical methods with a commercial simulation language. An extensive simulation project will be completed during the course.
Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of probability and statistics.
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EE 665 - Telecommunication Software
3 Credit(s)
This course covers software system design and implementation for telecommunication systems and components, with a focus on optimizing software performance. Software for layered communication protocols, including finite-state machines for protocol implementation, buffer pool management, timer service routines, interlayer interfaces, and application program interfaces. Interrelated operating system mechanisms, including process models (context switching vs. procedure calls), interprocess communication, remote procedure calls, process scheduling and priority. Use in telecommunication software of linked lists, queues, stacks, tables and control blocks, and implementation of algorithms for tasks such as event handling using software clocks, delta lists, and timing wheels, message fragmentation and reassembly, encryption and cyclic redundancy coding. Software design of high speed protocols for lightwave networks, and multiprocessor implementation of protocols. Telephone network software for call processing, control of modern distributed switching systems, Signaling System No. 7 protocol and the services it supports, such as the Advanced Intelligent Network, mobile roaming capabilities, personal communication services, and asynchronous transfer mode. Software modems.
Prerequisite(s): EE 654 or programming experience in a structured language.
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EE 667 - Design of Computer Structures
3 Credit(s)
Focus is on hardware design and test of digital systems at the logic and register levels of design, with emphasis on review of fundamental concepts; design of combinational, asynchronous and synchronous logic structures; programmable logic structures; algorithms and hardware descriptive languages, arithmetic algorithms, and arithmetic logic structures, both fixed and floating point; memories; error detecting and correcting codes (EDAC); logic and memory test; introduction to design of systems on a chip (SOC). Prerequisite: Undergraduate background in electronics and logic circuit design.
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EE 668 - Computer Graphics
3 Credit(s)
Basic concepts of raster graphics algorithms and systems, geometrical transformations, 3D viewing, halftoning techniques, color models, illumination models, interactive graphics, and curve and surface representation. Advanced topics selected from shading and ray-tracing, visible-surface determination, representation of solids, texture modeling using fractals, image processing, and animation.
Prerequisite(s): Programming experience in C/C++, ENGR 616 , or undergraduate background in engineering or science including basic linear algebra.
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EE 669 - Computer Architecture
3 Credit(s)
An overview of computer systems, architectural classification schemes, system attributes to performance, instruction set design and examples, arithmetic logic unit, memory system design, introduction to pipelining, pipeline performance measures, instruction and arithmetic pipelines, pipeline hazards, scheduling pipelines, RISC versus CISC architecture, introduction to interconnection networks, network topologies, interconnection design decisions, multiprocessors versus multicomputer, design and analysis of parallel algorithms, data flow and systolic array architectures.
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EE 670 - Simulation of Business Processes
3 Credit(s)
This course will present methodologies for the efficient simulation of production and business operations. The theory of queuing systems and the simulation of discrete system processes will be developed. Upon completion of this course, students will understand the theoretical basis of discrete system simulation and will be able to use commercial simulation software to analyze and predict traffic and queuing patterns in such systems.
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EE 687 - E-Business Platforms
3 Credit(s)
The design of e-commerce systems is discussed from the site design, logistics, accounting, and quality of service points of view. Site layout, customer interface, equipment architecture, and security are addressed. The logistics of supply chain management, manufacturing, distribution, and inventory control systems are discussed. Accounting issues include invoicing, payment systems, and returns; and interface to financial institutions will be detailed. Firewalls for site security, redundancy, speed, and encryption are explained as these pertain to quality of service.
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EE 689 - Mobile Computing
3 Credit(s)
Mobile computing comprises wireless communication infrastructures and portable computing devices. The goal of this course is to provide a balanced mix of topics and open discussion about the technologies to address the challenges and solutions that facilitate mobile computing growth. Topics include mobile and wireless networking, operating systems and middleware, and product and application design and development. This course does not require previous programming experience.
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Engineering |
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ENGR 600 - Engineering Project Management
3 Credit(s)
This course focuses on the theory, technique, and applications regarding planning, performing, and controlling technical projects. Topics include project management terminology, project feasibility and market forces, forming project teams, time management, project planning, negotiation and conflict resolution, cost estimation and budgeting, project control and auditing, and deliverables, termination and close out, and liability. Students are introduced to contemporary project management software. Case studies supplement class discussions.
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ENGR 611 - Operations Research
3 Credit(s)
An introduction to the use of decision-making models, including linear programming, integer programming, networks, transportation and assignment problems, dynamic programming, Markovian models, queuing, and nonlinear programs.
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ENGR 612 - Stochastic Optimization
3 Credit(s)
Modeling, analysis, and optimal design of stochastic engineering, management, and operational systems. The techniques of operations research are used. Topics include steady state analysis of single and multiple server queues; economic decisions in queuing systems; stochastic inventory models and effect of set-up cost; Markov chains and Chapman-Kolmogorov equations; Markov decision problems; policy improvement and discounted costs; system reliability and redundancy; decision analysis under risk and uncertainty and decision trees; and simulation, random number generation, and the Monte-Carlo technique.
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 611 or equivalent; ENGR 618 is recommended.
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ENGR 614 - Engineering Management
3 Credit(s)
This course introduces students to the fields of management and business analysis in both industrial and consumer markets. The course exposes students to the multidisciplinary nature of engineering management and covers the different functional areas with an emphasis on the engineering manager. Topics include management tasks and responsibilities, organizational structures, managing change, ethical considerations, strategy formulation, decision-making processes, statistical analysis, mathematical models, forecasting profitability, budgets, and financial controls. The course integrates case studies and projects, as well as provides opportunities for students to develop their writing and communication skills.
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ENGR 616 - Engineering Mathematics I
3 Credit(s)
The course begins with a review of linear algebra, matrices, and determinants. Later topics include solution of linear equations, Eigen-value problems, power series, Fourier series, elements of numerical analysis of ordinary and partial differential equations using software techniques search techniques.
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ENGR 617 - Engineering Mathematics II
3 Credit(s)
Topics include vector calculus and differential operators; line and surface integrals; Green’s theorem, Divergence theorem, and Stokes’ theorem; ordinary differential equations; and initial value problems and linear boundary value problems. Partial differential equations and the solution of initial and boundary value problems are also covered.
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ENGR 618 - Engineering Probability and Statistics
3 Credit(s)
Topics include probability and random variables; sets, events, and probability space; joint, conditional, and total probability; Bayes’ theorem; combinatorics; continuous and discrete distributions; sampling distributions; parameter estimation; hypothesis testing; regression analysis; analysis of variance; and stochastic processes.
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ENGR 619 - Technical Communications
3 Credit(s)
This course provides practical experience in written and oral communication techniques for technical material. A major focus is analyzing audiences and purpose for individual situations. Audiences range from expert and technical to lay; the purpose varies from simply describing and informing to deftly instructing and persuading. Through didactic materials, text examples, and online activities, students craft documents and presentations on their own topics. Students also review the practical elements of grammar and syntax critical for controlling flow, emphasis, and clarity.
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ENGR 636 - Finite Element Analysis
3 Credit(s)
This course introduces the theory and application of the finite element method. Topics include the development of the matrix equations, interpolation using basic shape functions for a variety of element types, implementation of boundary conditions, and solution methods. Emphasis is placed on problems of engineering interest and a commonly used commercial finite element package is introduced.
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ENGR 691 - Thesis I
3 Credit(s)
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ENGR 692 - Thesis II
3 Credit(s)
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ENGR 693 - Thesis Continuation
(Fee basis: 1.5 semester hours.) 0 Credit(s)
Faculty supervision of the thesis activity for those students having already completed two semesters of thesis work.
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ENGR 694 - Special Graduate Engineering Topics
3 Credit(s)
Offering of special topics to graduate students when there is sufficient demand and faculty interest.
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ENGR 695 - Independent Research
3 Credit(s)
The student, under the general supervision of a faculty member, pursues an approved research topic of his or her own choice. The student is encouraged to investigate areas for which background material is not included in the regular curriculum. In this activity, the student should become progressively more independent, collecting and formulating data in the manner required of graduate thesis work. Enrollment is restricted to students recommended by a faculty member.
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ENGR 698 - Graduate Cooperative Education
3 Credit(s)
Students are placed in an engineering employment position for one semester, working with the Graduate Cooperative Education Office. Positions are not guaranteed, as students are required to interview with and be hired by interested companies. Students are required to successfully complete their employment placement, meeting all job requirements. In addition, students must submit their job title and job description to the faculty advisor early in the semester and submit a written report and/or an oral presentation to receive a final grade at the close of the semester. The course is graded on a pass/fail basis only. The course may be taken a maximum of three times. Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA at or above 3.0. Students must have completed at least two fulltime semesters in the graduate engineering program. (Credit hours do not satisfy graduation or degree requirements.)
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FIN 603 - Real Estate Finance
3 Credit(s)
A detailed study of the issues and problems in real estate finance. All aspects of the mortgage market are analyzed both from the perspective of the borrower and lender. The financial analysis of real estate investments including such subjects as valuation techniques, break-even interest rate analysis, hold versus sale decisions, and refinancing as an alternative to sale are discussed.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 568, undergraduate finance or equivalent.
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FIN 604 - Securities Analysis and Investment Management
3 Credit(s)
The course interweaves investment theory with hands-on analyses, using techniques employed by investment professionals. Students learn how to evaluate the risks and returns of financial assets and how to use these features in the selections of assets for investment portfolios. Students also learn how to perform statistical analyses of factors that influence the value of financial assets. They study modern portfolio theory and how it is used to create investment portfolios that meet client’s specific needs. Additionally, they learn how to measure and attribute investment performances. The ultimate goal of this course is to equip students with knowledge and skills to choose a portfolio for a client.
Prerequisite(s): FP 601 or BUS 655 .
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FIN 610 - Financial Institutions
3 Credit(s)
Examination of theoretical, legal, and regulatory issues facing the management of commercial banks, savings and loan associations, life insurance companies, and pension funds. Topics include market structure of depository institutions, asset and liability management, risk-based capital and deposit premium, select foreign banking systems, and other contemporary issues facing financial institutions.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 655 or FP 601 or equivalent.
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FIN 620 - Mutual Fund Investments
3 Credit(s)
This course presents an in-depth review of the mutual fund industry. The course focuses on explaining why investors use financial intermediaries, how a mutual fund operates, and why a mutual fund differs from other financial intermediaries such as banks or insurance companies. The portfolio management philosophy and techniques are very instrumental in the success of a fund. The course also looks in detail at the key characteristics of U.S. equity and bond markets and then focuses on the investment process for portfolio managers of stock and bond funds. In addition, it gives an overview of mutual fund marketing, with emphasis on the development of new products, pricing structures, and distribution channels. The course consists of lectures, class discussion, case analysis, and a group project. Lecture and discussion along with case study are designed to demonstrate and illustrate the important concepts and practices facing the mutual fund industry.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate finance, BUS 655 , FP 601 , or permission of the instructor.
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FIN 630 - Business Valuation
3 Credit(s)
Valuation plays a major role in many areas of finance. The role it plays, however, is different in different arenas. This course is designed to present an in-depth analysis of tools and techniques of business valuation. Students are expected to apply these tools and techniques in assessing the appropriate value of a publicly traded firm. Valuation plays a major role in assessing the fair market value of assets in the event of IPO, mergers, and acquisitions, or to determine the accumulated wealth of family members. Valuation plays a central part in mergers and acquisitions analysis. The acquirer has to decide on a fair market value for the target firm before making a bid, and the target firm has to determine a reasonable value for itself before deciding to accept or reject the offer. When determining the value of a privately held corporation, many unique problems arise, such as the lack of market information and the lack of full financial data. This course is intended to present a range of tools and techniques that analysts in each of these areas will find useful.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 655 or FP 601 .
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FIN 669 - Portfolio Management
1.5 Credit(s)
The objective of this course is to provide students with a comprehensive and practical description of portfolio management. The world of active portfolio management has been changing over the last number of years to become more quantitative in nature. The conventional wisdom had been that stock returns related only to stocks’ correlation with the total market, thus the best investment strategy was to follow the market. However, recent evidence points to other risk factors that contributes to returns and that the market rewards those who can properly identify and manage such risks. In such a situation a quantitative model of risk analysis would work more reliably than selecting individual stocks based primarily on qualitative information. The current state of computing technology permits one to put these ideas into practice. The portfolio management software, The Investment Portfolio, helps students meld theory with practice.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 655 or FP 601 .
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Financial Planning |
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FP 600 - An Overview of Financial Planning in the Information Age
1.5 Credit(s)
This course introduces students to the financial planning process, including the regulatory and ethical environment in which financial planners function. This course enables students to use a comprehensive financial factfinder. Students will be able to counsel clients regarding the development of personal financial statements. Students develop credit and debt management strategies. Finally, students apply analytical skills to create and communicate about special financial issues presented by education planning, contingency emergency planning, divorce, and bankruptcy. This is a required class for MSTFP students.
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FP 601 - Financial Fundamentals
1.5 Credit(s)
This course explores the quantitative methods used by financial planners. The course bridges students’ prior studies in corporate finance to “kitchen table” finance. Students apply various methods of personal financial statement analysis, including ratio analysis and Monte Carlo analysis, to determine the financial health of a client. Through case studies, they apply critical thinking using time-value-of-money functions to project financial statements that assess a client’s ability to achieve pre-retirement goals. Students explain how macroeconomic conditions could effect a client’s current financial circumstance and potential effects on implemented recommendations. This course also introduces students to concepts of risk, capital markets, and alternative investments.
Prerequisite(s): None, but FP 601 is a prerequisite for FIN 604 and FP 601 should be taken in the student’s first semester when starting the program. If the student has taken BUS 568 , the FP 601 course, but not the credit hours, may be waived. This is a required class for MSTFP students.
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FP 610 - Tax Research
1.5 Credit(s)
Students learn how to research the latest tax laws so that they can effectively navigate through our continuously changing federal and state tax environments. We focus on the Intelliconnect software package available online through our library to research tax questions. Students will be able to learn how to locate and understand the significance of primary sources of the tax law such as the Internal Revenue Code, treasury regulations, private letter rulings, and court cases. A focus of the course is to develop the student’s oral and written communication skills. To this end, students are asked to write memoranda about items they have researched and solve case study problems using client letters. A research paper and an oral presentation about the paper is also required. This is a required class for MSTFP students.
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FP 633 - Insurance Products and Planning
3 Credit(s)
Students study insurance products and insurance-related financial planning issues. Students will be able to determine the amount of life-insurance coverage a client needs and select the appropriate life insurance products that meet the client’s business, professional, and personal life needs. Students review health insurance options (including Medicare and Medicaid) and strategies for minimizing taxation through the use of health savings accounts and other health insurance strategies. Students learn how to design the optimal long-term care insurance contract and choose the best Medigap policy for their clients. One focus of the class is on the various annuity products and how they can be used to meet the financial and retirement planning needs of a client. The course also reviews business, disability, and property casualty insurance products and strategies. A final focus of this class is to help students develop their research and professional speaking skills. To this end, an oral presentation is required based on a topic the student researches. This is a required class for MSTFP students.
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FP 646 - Behavioral Finance and Client Communication
1.5 Credit(s)
This course introduces students to one of the most important concepts in personal finance and the most recent topic added to the CFP® curriculum, behavioral finance. Students identify common irrational behaviors exhibited by clients to help clients make rational financial decisions. Students demonstrate effective communication techniques that enable them to educate, motivate, and persuade clients to change behaviors and achieve positive financial outcomes. VIdeos, case studies, and writings from the most influential academics in finance and psychology provide students practical knowledge of this subject that will benefit them throughout their careers. This is an elective class.
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FP 696 - Comprehensive Financial Plan
3 Credit(s)
In this capstone course, students develop, write, and present a comprehensive personal financial plan. Roll play throughout the course puts students in the role of financial planner to experience each step of the financial planning process, culminating with written and oral presentations. Students interview the client and perform fact finding to gather data necessary to develop the plan. They apply critical thinking to their analysis, integrating skills learned in topic specific courses, including investments, taxation, retirement planning, insurance, and estate planning to generate and implement creative solutions through a holistic solution for the client. To provide an experience that simulates an actual client/advisor relationship, the instructor role plays the client while working with the class to develop a common draft plan before each student implements his/her individual solution. The course culminates with a day of oral presentations, assessed by an independent CFP® practitioner, during which each student experiences alternative approaches presented by his/her peers. Please note: the financial plans are a valuable addition to student’s portfolio of graduate work that can be used to submit to prospective employers during the job application process.
Prerequisite(s): FIN 604 , FP 600 , FP 601 , FP 633 , TAX 603 , TAX 612 , and TAX 619 . Please note: No exceptions can be made to waive any prerequisites. This is a required class for MSTFP students and is not recommended for MBA students.
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HCM 601 - Health Care Policy
3 Credit(s)
This course enables students to critically evaluate the impacts of health care policies on their organizations and to devise ways in which the organization can influence and adapt to emerging policy making. It explores major challenges related to health care policy and the complexity of solving some of our greatest challenges in health care spending. Students analyze health policy issues in terms of how they relate to health professionals, delivery and payment systems, health outcomes and organizational performance. They evaluate the impact of health policy on current problems in the healthcare system. Students are also able to explain nuances and controversial aspects of health laws and assess their impact on the healthcare system in general and on focal organizations of interest.
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HCM 626 - Healthcare Economics
3 Credit(s)
This course covers the three most pressing issues of every health care system – costs, access and quality. The purpose of this course is to give you knowledge of current market forces, government policy, and the skills to analyze and forecast future market forces and to make better resource allocation decisions to produce health care that is less expensive, higher quality, and safer. To do this, the course examines determinants of demand for health services, determinants of costs in health care organizations, the role of competition and regulation in the health care industry, health risks and their economic impact, insurance and alternative financing mechanisms, outcomes analysis of health programs, and theories of health care cost inflation. We will examine the relationship between quality and costs and the “business case for quality”.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 538 (or Principles of Microeconomics), HCM 601 , background in spreadsheets, or permission of instructor.
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HCM 661 - Managing Community Health
3 Credit(s)
Community and population health management, long considered the domain of public health officials, has now become a major responsibility of health care managers. Public and private payers are shifting away from volume-based reimbursement to value-based payment systems that put health care providers at risk for both the cost and quality of care they provide. Businesses are turning to population health methods to assess and monitor employee health, and manage health outcomes though a variety of worksite interventions. Health care managers have to develop the skills to (1) assess the health of their target population, (2) identify care gaps in that population, (3) risk stratify the population so that interventions are prioritized and resources are allocated by need, (4) develop effective interventions and care management structures aimed at individuals, systems and communities, and (5) implement and evaluate their programs to demonstrate their impact on health outcomes. This course provides these skills as well as tools and techniques to assess and manage the health of patient, employee, and community populations. Students develop plans to conduct health needs assessments and health risk appraisals, use theories of health behavior and models of change to design interventions targeted to appropriate individuals and groups, and apply logic models to specify implementation steps and evaluation protocols that show how and why expected health outcomes will improve.
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HT 556 - International Tourism Management
3 Credit(s)
Students learn about the impact of the global tourism industry. Topics include cultural practices, globalization, tourism generators, tourism operations, destination development, tourism marketing, social media, sociocultural and environmental impacts on tourism, and niche tourism areas. Additionally, the differences between international tourism and tourism in the United States are addressed. Students will have the opportunity to visit an international tourist destination as part of this course. This course carries an additional fee separate from tuition for all costs associated with travel to the international tourist destination.
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HT 568 - Advanced Principles of Tourism
3 Credit(s)
The course gives an insight into the nature, scope, and significance of the tourism industry. Subjects studied include tourism’s historical development as well as its economic, sociological, and environmental impact. Current trends in the marketing and management of the tourism industry are discussed.
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HT 600 - Research Methods
3 Credit(s)
The course emphasizes the development of practical problem solving skills. Class time will be devoted to cases of hospitality firms and the implications in building successful business strategies. In addition, students will read, discuss, and apply a body of theory and techniques from the field of strategic management.
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HT 603 - Contemporary Principles of Management in a Service Culture
3 Credit(s)
This course will provide an overview of management principles, from both an historic perspective, as well as a contemporary perspective. The concept of service, as it relates to the hospitality industry, will be embedded into the course, noting that service expectations and customer interactions are at the heart of management practices and decisions in the hospitality industry. Topics will include classical management theory, the principles of management, motivational theory, interpersonal and communication skills in a service relationship, workplace diversity, organizational change and renewal, and leadership in the 21st century.
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HT 604 - Human Resources in the Hospitality Industry
3 Credit(s)
This course explores contemporary human resource issues in the hospitality industry through research and case study analysis. Topical areas include labor relations and collective bargaining, compensation and benefits, performance assessment tools, social and ethical issues, and leading change in the 21st century. This seminar defines the relationship between strategic management and human resources. Contemporary issues are analyzed through a research project.
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HT 606 - Strategic Marketing in the Tourism Industry
3 Credit(s)
This is an advanced marketing course with an emphasis on hospitality service, marketing theory, and its application to both long- and short-term strategies. Through discussion, reading, case studies, and real-life examples from hospitality corporations, students will develop a strategic marketing plan. Topics include mission statements, revenue management, marketing information systems, competitive advantages, SWOT analysis, positioning, and marketing strategies as they apply to the unique position of the hospitality industry.
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HT 640 - Tourism and Hospitality Analytics
3 Credit(s)
This course focuses on analyzing data in a strategic matter to facilitate problem solving and decision making. Topics include identifying relevant application of data analytics in the hospitality industry, explaining the structure of data analytics, and applying data analytics in marketing and customer loyalty, pricing & revenue management, and operations management.
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HT 645 - Issues and Current Trends in Hospitality Management
3 Credit(s)
This seminar exposes students to current issues and trends impacting the decision-making process of hospitality and tourism executives. External factors such as the environment, the economy, technology, and competitive forces will be discussed. Areas of the hospitality industry emphasized in class study include hotel operations, tourism management, casino management, food and beverage management, human resource management, marketing, accounting and financials.
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HT 650 - Strategic Management in the Tourism Industry
3 Credit(s)
The course emphasizes the development of practical problem solving skills. Class time will be devoted to cases of hospitality firms and the implications in building successful business strategies. In addition, students will read, discuss, and apply a body of theory and techniques from the field of strategic management.
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HSED 500 - Proseminar 1A in Human Sexuality
1 Credit(s)
Proseminar 1A will be completed during the first semester of coursework and is designed to develop skills in academic writing and develop expectations for and skills to be a successful graduate student. The course includes two half-day in-person meetings led by several core faculty members, as well as supplemental online materials. The course includes assignments related to writing, engaging with sexuality literature, and time management.
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HSED 501 - Sexuality and Society in Cross-Cultural Perspective
3 Credit(s)
This course provides an anthropological approach to the norms and mores sanctioning and regulating human sexuality. It focuses on the extent to which sexual practices and beliefs are culturally determined and related to key symbols and key relationships that structure society. Sex and gender throughout the life cycle in a variety of traditional and complex societies are considered.
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HSED 502 - International Studies in Sexuality
3 Credit(s)
This course is offered in a variety of locations and offers students the opportunity to visit cultures, communities, and agencies in countries outside of the United States, so that they can learn about sexuality education, sex therapy, sex research, and the sexual cultures of other places. The course serves to broaden students’ perspectives and offers time for them to reflect and see how the culture in the USA fits into a broader global context.
Prerequisite(s): HSED 592 .
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HSED 503 - Introduction to Sex Therapy Certification
3 Credit(s)
This course is the first in a sequence of courses for the sex therapy certificate program. In this course, students will learn the basics of AASECT certification, the dispositions required of a sex therapist, the AASECT professional code of ethics, along with basic content in human sexuality including, but not limited to, sexual development, sociocultural and familial factors related to sexual values and behavior, health and medical factors that influence sexuality, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, sexual harrassment, sexuality related to substance use and abuse, and history of the discipline of sex research and professional practice. This course includes at least 10 hours of Sexuality Attitudes Reassessment (SAR).
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HSED 510 - Applications of Educational Research
3 Credit(s)
This course gives students the skills necessary to access, understand, synthesize, and critically evaluate empirical sexuality research, to identify practical applications of empirical research in human sexuality, and to communicate in an academic and scholarly manner. Students learn about a variety of methodological concepts, both in quantitative and qualitative research methods.
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HSED 562 - Sex Therapy I: Couples and Relationship Therapy
3 Credit(s)
This is the introductory course on systems work in the context of sex therapy provision. Case presentations and role-playing are used to illustrate couples’ treatment dynamics and intervention strategies from initial contacts through the treatment process. Special issues in couple therapy are addressed.
Prerequisite(s): HSED 593 .
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HSED 570 - Sexuality and Technology
3 Credit(s)
This course helps inform students about the populations in which they will be working in their own teaching and counseling/therapy. Students develop knowledge, resources, and critical thinking about contemporary issues involving sexuality and technology. This course explores how technology, most specifically the Internet, can provide tools for assisting people with socialization skill development, or sexual exploration, and will consider difficult issues pertaining to sex and technology. Emphasis is placed on the various populations in which the Internet and other technology can offer powerful, positive opportunities.
Prerequisite(s): HSED 592 .
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HSED 571 - Clinical Issues in Transgender Communities
3 Credit(s)
This course informs students about the counseling/therapy process, as well as specific education skills necessary to understand when working with transgender/gender variant populations. Students develop knowledge, resources, critical thinking, and practical skills pertaining to contemporary issues specifically involving this community.
Prerequisite(s): HSED 592 .
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HSED 588 - Special Topics in Human Sexuality
1-3 Credit(s)
Topics that have special appeal to instructors and students because of their timely quality are periodically offered in the form of newly developed courses. Newly developed courses may be offered in this category prior to their formal approval and assignment of course numbers.
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HSED 591 - Improving Intergroup Relations Through Dialogue
3 Credit(s)
This course promotes intergroup cooperation and understanding through dialogue. The course uses Transformational Intergroup Dialogue, a social justice education model that fosters intergroup engagement and learning across social differences based on race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, class, and ability. The main goal of the course to improve students’ capacity to facilitate, teach, lead and manage diverse groups through dialogue. The course provides an opportunity for students to identify the individual, emotional and socio-cultural factors affecting their ability to form productive relationships across social differences. As students participate in various intergroup dialogue exercises, they explore strategies for gaining the trust and respect of individuals who are culturally different from themselves and develop an awareness of their own obstacles to intergroup interaction, engagement and leadership.
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HSED 592 - Concepts in Human Sexuality
3 Credit(s)
An overview of the concepts from current research in human sexuality. Students identify their own values, identify those of others, and become at ease discussing the many different topics of sexuality. This course is a prerequisite for all courses taken in the human sexuality program; students must have permission from the instructor to enroll in this course. This course includes at least 10 hours of Sexuality Attitudes Reassessment (SAR).
Requisite(s): HSED 591 .
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HSED 593 - Behavioral Foundations in Human Sexuality
3 Credit(s)
An examination of human sexual behavior, including identity, roles, orientation, lifestyles, love, and relationships. Included are problems that can affect sexual behavior. This course includes at least 10 hours of Sexuality Attitudes Reassessment (SAR).
Requisite(s): HSED 592 .
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HSED 594 - History and Ethics of Human Sexuality
3 Credit(s)
This survey course traces sexual mores and concepts as expressed in the writings and art of various cultures and religions over time. Particular focus will be on the sexuality of the early civilizations of the Middle East, the beginnings of monotheism in Judaism, and the spread of Christianity across Europe and North America. These themes will be traced in the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries here in the United States. Emphasis will be on identifying conflicting and changing sexual values concerning marriage, premarital and extra-marital sexuality, masturbation, fertility, contraception, gender roles, and homo-bi-heterosexuality over time. The birthing and history of the field of sexology and sexuality education will be placed in the broader historical events of the 20th and 21st centuries. Ethical codes of conduct for professionals in sexology will be compared to other codes of conduct.
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HSED 596 - Foundations of Sexuality and Relationships Across the Lifespan
3 Credit(s)
In this course, students develop an introductory understanding of psychosocial and sexual development, including methods of study, findings, and interpretations. This understanding includes knowledge of key figures and discoveries. Students learn to challenge their own values and attitudes in the exploration of the historical backgrounds, multicultural perspectives, and gender perspectives of developmental theories. Students gain an understanding of the different aspects of a diversity of developmental pathways (i.e., physical, cognitive, and emotional). The course assists students in the development of skills to critique, present, research, and understand the process of environmental factors within the social and sexual contexts that influence development.
Requisite(s): HSED 592 .
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HSED 600 - Proseminar 1B in Human Sexuality
1 Credit(s)
Proseminar 1B is completed in the second semester of the student’s first year taking classes in CHSS and is designed to help students develop skills related to being a professional in the field of sexuality, including résumé/CV and cover letter development, planning for career goals and aspirations, writing for an academic audience, and interpersonal and professional skill-building for collaborating with other professionals.
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HSED 618 - Teaching Sensitive Issues in Human Sexuality
3 Credit(s)
This course emphasizes both process and practice in the communicating and teaching of very sensitive and controversial content. This is a capstone course in which students integrate past course work to better understand how to teach about sensitive issues in human sexuality. Students have an opportunity to take an active role in processing their own feelings, values, and attitudes regarding this content, as well as learning specific educational methodologies to teach these subjects. This course includes at least 10 hours of Sexuality Attitudes Reassessment (SAR).
Prerequisite(s): HSED 626 .
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HSED 619 - Sensitive Issues in Clinical Sexology
3 Credit(s)
Building on the foundational work completed in earlier courses, this course examines clinical responses to sensitive issues in sexological practice. Professional insight, experience, and research highlight that the psychotherapeutic relationship is the most significant factor of change. In addition, clients’ value systems adjust to that of their therapists during treatment and remain so after termination. As a result, this course emphasizes counter-transferential dynamics and their effects on the psychotherapeutic relationship. Content areas may include abortion, bisexuality, HIV infection, homophobia, pedophilia, pornography, sexual assault, sexual harassment, sexual pleasure, and power. This course includes at least 10 hours of Sexuality Attitudes Reassessment (SAR).
Prerequisite(s): HSED 762.
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HSED 624 - Education and Training Methods for Clinical Sexologists
3 Credit(s)
This course reviews theories and philosophies of education, such that students are prepared to develop interventions for use in psycho-education and professional training. Core content of the course includes community engagement, needs assessment, lesson planning, delivery, and evaluation/assessment techniques, and the development of rationale for educational decisions.
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HSED 625 - Methods in Sexuality Education I
3 Credit(s)
This course prepares students to apply theoretical substrates to the development of lesson goals, objectives, and plans in sexuality education with explicit consideration of the rationale supporting all educational decisions. The course includes community engagement, needs assessment, lesson development, and delivery.
Requisite(s): HSED 643 .
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HSED 626 - Methods in Sexuality Education II
3 Credit(s)
This course prepares students to apply key concepts of lesson planning to the development of curricula in sexuality education, with explicit consideration of the developmental and cultural needs of learners. The course includes scope and sequence development, lesson adaptation, evaluation, and assessment of complete curriculum.
Prerequisite(s): HSED 625 .
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HSED 627 - Foundations of Clinical Sexology
3 Credit(s)
This course provides a foundational understanding of clinical sexology. Clinical sexology is presented in the context of the joint understanding of the World Health Organization (WHO), Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), World Association of Sexual Health (WASH), and American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT). Students examine clinical sexology as a specialty of the mental health discipline.
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HSED 628 - Fantasy Work in Sexuality Education and Therapy
3 Credit(s)
This course addresses how theorists have historically understood sexual fantasies within the context of psychological theories, as well as findings of research studies that have explored sexual fantasies. Researchers and scholars who have studied sexual fantasies are invited to present their findings to the class. The diversity of sexual fantasies are explored, including unwanted and problematic fantasies. Finally, this course illuminates strategies for exploring these fantasies in the context of sexuality education, therapy, and research using class lecture, discussions, guest speakers, videotape presentations, and role plays.
Prerequisite(s): HSED 592 .
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HSED 643 - Theories of Development and Education in Human Sexuality
3 Credit(s)
This course provides an overview of human development, sexual development, learning, and education theories. Content and assignments explore the intersections of these frameworks and theories.
Prerequisite(s): HSED 592 .
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HSED 644 - Biological Foundations of Human Sexuality
3 Credit(s)
This course is an examination of the human reproductive system, including fertility control, pregnancy, prenatal development, and birth. Included will be adult sexual functioning, the response cycle, and problems that can affect the system.
Prerequisite(s): HSED 593 .
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HSED 645 - Sexual Minorities
3 Credit(s)
Human sexuality is an integral part of our lives and can vary greatly from person to person. Individuals who engage in sexual behaviors and/or identify sexually outside of the dominant social norm(s) are considered sexual minorities. The topics covered in this course include minority sexual orientation and gender identities, historical and contemporary issues experienced by individuals within lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, BDSM, kink, fetish, crossdressing, polyamorous, and asexual/celibate communities. The course also touches upon persons who work in the sex industry. Students explore identity development through an intersectional lifespan developmental model that will incorporate social constructionist and essentialist perspectives, as well as discuss the major differences and similarities between sexological theory in the context of contemporary identity issues. This course is structured to encourage critical thinking through exercises, readings, multimedia, and discussions, all of which are integral to the course structure. Application of sexological education or counseling/therapy skills most applicable to address the needs of sexual minority individuals, couples, and families who seek out services are explored.
Prerequisite(s): HSED 592 .
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HSED 646 - Non-Monogamies
3 Credit(s)
Although non-monogamy has always been a part of human sexual experience, in recent years there has been an explosion of interest in the practice and theory of non-monogamy, especially polyamory. This course explores all varieties of non-monogamy: polygamy, polyamory, swinging, open relationships, monogamish relationships, and cheating with an interdisciplinary focus, looking at historical, legal, cultural, and practical issues. Students examine widely held beliefs about monogamy, fidelity, and commitment and investigate ethical issues for both those practicing non-monogamy and those studying or helping them in clinical or therapeutic sessions. This course requires critical thinking about assumptions through exercises and discussions, as well as readings and lecture.
Prerequisite(s): HSED 592 .
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HSED 650 - History and Policy of Religious Belief Systems
3 Credit(s)
Sexuality, including marriage, monogamy, polygamy, celibacy, pre- and post-marital sexuality, orientation, cross-gender behaviors, reproduction, rape, and the like will be studied in review of Hebraic/Christian/Islamic religious texts and the policies and codes developed by organized religions over time. Students will be able to compare and contrast the policies of their own religious traditions and identify other traditions, as well as the values and principles of each change in policy. The sexual conduct of religious professionals will be studied comparing various professional and ethical codes of conduct.
Prerequisite(s): HSED 592 .
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HSED 652 - Sexuality and Chronic Illness and Disability
3 Credit(s)
This course uses an integrative model of sexual health across the life cycle as the central reference when evaluating or treating special populations, such as persons with chronic illness or disabilities. Physiological factors, disease factors, and treatment factors are examined regarding their roles with sexual dysfunctions. The combination of sexual counseling with medical treatment is examined. Specific illnesses and injuries, including cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, chronic pain, infertility, spinal cord injuries, and their impact on sexuality are reviewed. Special focus is placed on persons with mental illnesses or significant cognitive limitations. The roles of sexuality policies with vulnerable populations are reviewed, with special attention on consenting issues. The ethical implications of practice are central.
Prerequisite(s): HSED 593 and HSED 644 .
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HSED 660 - Men and Masculinities: Implications for Sexuality Education and Therapy
3 Credit(s)
This survey course explores the social-psychological aspects of the lives of men and boys. The course explores the constructions of masculinity and the relationship males have as sons, fathers, brothers, friends, and lovers. There is a focus on the male experience of his body, emotions, sexuality, and intimacy in sociohistorical-cultural context, as well as implications these have for clinicians and educators.
Prerequisite(s): HSED 592 .
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HSED 661 - Kinesthetic Teaching in Sex Education: Presentation, Platform, and Performance Theory and Skills
3 Credit(s)
This course begins with the premise that any educator is, her or himself, the most important tool for creating learning in the classroom. And, while writing goals, objectives, and lesson plans is essential, delivering those in an educational setting is in itself an art form. Students explore this issue from a perspective rarely considered in graduate training: How do you teach? Where do you stand? How do you use your voice? How can you use movement and proxemics to enhance student learning? The course works to develop and hone key presentation and platform skills based in theories from theater, psychology, and education.
Prerequisite(s): HSED 592 .
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