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Courses

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Music
  

  • MUS 5925 - Baritone Horn III (1.5)

    Advanced study in applied music. Technical exercises and music literature adjusted to the needs of the individual. May be repeated. Prerequisite(s): Approval by audition.
  

  • MUS 5930 - Tuba III (1.5)

    Advanced study in applied music. Technical exercises and music literature adjusted to the needs of the individual. May be repeated. Prerequisite(s): Approval by audition.
  

  • MUS 5960 - Percussion III (1.5)

    Advanced study in applied music. Technical exercises and music literature adjusted to the needs of the individual. May be repeated. Prerequisite(s): Approval by audition.

Networking
  

  • NET 4000 - Special Projects in Networking (1-3)

    Investigation of contemporary problems and issues in networking. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NET 4014 - Advanced Technical Problems in Networking (1-4)

    Individual/Group work on recent developments and advanced technical concepts in networking. Experimentation and technical exploration of content not available through formal course offerings. Written contract/proposal with objectives and written school consent. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NET 4040 - Fundamentals of Network Operating Systems (3)

    Installing, configuring, and administering Network Operating Systems. Prerequisite(s): NET 1058 An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NET 4042 - Network Servers and Services (3)

    Implementing and Administering of Network Infrastructure and Directory Services Infrastructure. Prerequisite(s): NET 4040  or instructor consent. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NET 4043 - Network Services and Infrastructure (3)

    Advanced implementing and administering of network infrastructure and directory services infrastructure. Prerequisite(s): NET 4042  or instructor consent. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NET 4063 - Network Support (3)

    Topics in Local and Wide Area Network documenting, baselining, and troubleshooting methodologies and tools are used to troubleshoot OSI layers 1 to 7 utilizing Cisco Systems hardware. Prerequisite(s): NET 4062 or instructor consent. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NET 4064 - Advanced Network Design (3)

    Cisco Systems design considerations for IPv6, popular routing protocols, the Security Ecosystem, and both Traditional and Integrated Voice architectures. Prerequisite(s): NET 3062 or NET 4100  or instructor consent. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NET 4100 - Network Device Configuration (3)

    A comprehensive overview of Cisco Systems device configuration. Prerequisite(s): Required for non-NET specialist. Not open to NET specialist. See your Adviser. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NET 4500 - Managerial Design for Secure Networks (3)

    Utilizing Cisco Systems Architecture for Voice, Video and Integrated Data networks to apply modular design practices to ensure the enterprise solution is highly available and optimized for the business and technical needs. Prerequisite(s): NET 4064  or NET 4100  or instructor consent. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NET 4501 - Network Security Management I (3)

    Utilizing Cisco Systems routers for network and overall security processes focusing on designing and implementing solutions that will reduce the risk of revenue loss and vulnerability. Prerequisite(s): NET 4100  or instructor consent. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NET 4502 - Network Security Management II (3)

    An emphasis on security policy design and management, security technologies, firewall and secure router design, installation, configuration and maintenance, AAA and VPN implementation using Cisco Systems’ routers and firewalls. Prerequisite(s): NET 4501 . An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NET 5000 - Special Problem in Networking (2-6)

    Meets individual student needs for additional research and\or laboratory experiences in the development of knowledge and skills in area of networking. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Nursing
  

  • NUR 4000 - Special Projects in Nursing (1-3)

    Investigation of contemporary problems and issues in nursing by selected individuals or groups. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NUR 4020 - Grief and Loss (2)

    A seminar designed to assist various pre-professionals to understand and deal with loss and death either in a professional capacity or on a personal basis. Open to nursing and non-nursing majors. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NUR 4030 - Human Sexuality (2)

    Current theory regarding the biological, cultural, and behavioral parameters of human sexuality. Open to nursing and non-nursing majors. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NUR 4040 - Nursing Informatics (2)

    Introduces the student to the synergistic use of nursing, information and computer sciences unique to nursing informatics. Explores impact on nursing practice roles and quality of patient care. Prerequisite(s): Meeting general education requirement for technology. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NUR 4060 - Physical and Health Needs of the Medically Fragile Child (1)

    This course is designed to assist teachers and nurses in understanding and planning instruction/interventions for students with severe chronic medical and/or physical conditions. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 2100 or EDSP 5200 . An additional fee is associated with this course. Professional Education Course
    This is a professional education course.
  

  • NUR 4405 - Aging of Self and Others (2)

    Seminar concerning an individual’s aging in our society. Focus is on how one perceives and adapts to the aging of self and others. Open to nursing and non-nursing majors. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NUR 4810 - Simulation Education and Facilitation (3)

    Analysis of the pedagogy of simulation education, models for scenario design, standards for best practice, and key components related to facilitation, debriefing and evaluation. Prerequisite(s): Currently enrolled in the final semester of a nursing program, or completed a bachelor’s degree, or enrolled in the graduate nursing program.
  

  • NUR 4820 - Leadership and Management Concepts in Simulation (3)

    Evaluation concepts, theories, and skills related to leadership and management in simulation education. Prerequisite(s): Currently enrolled in the final semester of a nursing program, or completed a bachelor’s degree, or enrolled in the graduate nursing program.
  

  • NUR 4830 - Simulation Education Capstone (3)

    This course is the capstone course of the Simulation Education Graduate Certificate program. Participants will explore in-depth current issues and innovative trends in simulation education. Participants will complete a final project that will incorporate content from all three courses Prerequisite(s): NUR 4810 , NUR 4820 , Currently enrolled in the final semester of a nursing program, or completed a bachelor’s degree, or enrolled in the graduate nursing program.
  

  • NUR 5000 - Methods of Research in Nursing (3)

    Generating research questions, conducting and critiquing nursing research are explored. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NUR 5015 - Theories of Nursing (3)

    Theory, theory development, application of theory in nursing practice settings and theory critique are explored. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the graduate nursing program or instructor consent.
  

  • NUR 5016 - Family/Population Health (3)

    Theories and research findings are analyzed in determining the scientific and practice base of rural and family nursing. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the graduate nursing program. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NUR 5017 - Organizational Leadership in Complex Health Systems (3)

    Through exploration of information systems and technologies, the graduate nurse will have skills and leadership to improve quality, enhance patient safety, and impact health in individuals, groups, and populations. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NUR 5018 - Heath Care Policy and Advocacy (3)

    Analysis of health care system policy and advocacy techniques, and their effect on healthcare delivery outcomes. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NUR 5020 - Pharmacology for Advanced Practice Nursing (3)

    Clinical application of pharmacological treatments commonly encountered by the advanced practice nurse. Explores the advanced practice nurse role in prescribing, administering and monitoring drug therapy. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NUR 5035 - Measurement in Nursing (2)

    An overview of the measurement process in nursing science with emphasis on national/state and teacher/researcher data collection instruments. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NUR 5038 - Nurse Educator: Concepts of Physiology/Pathophysiology, Pharmacology and Advanced Assessment (3)

    Integrates concepts and principles of pathophysiology, pharmacology, and advanced health assessment. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NUR 5039 - Nurse Educator: Direct Patient Care Clinical Practica (1)

    Clinical application of the engagement of the patient and their family as the source of control and full partner in health care. Prerequisite(s): NUR 5000 , NUR 5015 , NUR 5016 , NUR 5017 , NUR 5018 , NUR 5035 , NUR 5038 , NUR 5040 , NUR 5041  or concurrent, NUR 5050 , and Graduate Statistics. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NUR 5040 - Teaching Theory in Nursing (3)

    Theories and principles of teaching and learning are analyzed for applicability to the teaching of nursing science. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  
  

  • NUR 5050 - Designing Nursing Curricula (3)

    An analysis of the processes for designing and implementing nursing curricula. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NUR 5200 - FNP Women’s Health (3)

    Application of theory and research for the primary care of women across the lifespan in the advanced practice nursing role. Prerequisite(s): NUR 5020 , NUR 5300 , and NUR 5310 . An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NUR 5201 - FNP Primary Care of Children (3)

    Application of theory and research in the advanced practice nursing care of children. Prerequisite(s): NUR 5020 , NUR 5300 , and NUR 5310 . An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NUR 5202 - Family Nurse Practitioner: Primary Care of Adults and the Elderly I (3)

    Wellness promotion with design, implementation and evaluation of nursing management of selected acute health problems of adults and the elderly. Prerequisite(s): NUR 5020 , NUR 5300 , and NUR 5310 . An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NUR 5203 - Family Nurse Practitioner: Primary Care of Adults and the Elderly II (3)

    Management of older individuals and families with emphasis on wellness and chronic problems and continuing exploration of the nurse practitioner role. Prerequisite(s): NUR 5020 , NUR 5300 , and NUR 5310 . An additional fee is associated with this course.
  
  

  • NUR 5300 - Advanced Pathophysiology Across the Lifespan (3)

    An examination of pathophysiological alterations associated with individuals seeking primary care. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • NUR 5310 - Advanced Health Appraisal (4)

    Advanced health assessment skills essential to primary health care. Expands upon previous health and wellness knowledge and physical assessment abilities. Includes an integrated clinical practicum. Prerequisite(s): NUR 5300  and NUR 5020 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

Nutrition
  

  • NUTR 4300 - Nutrition and Human Performance (3)

    Nutrition as it applies to athletics, physical exercise, and health. Prerequisite(s): PE 2800 and PE 2850 or equivalent.
  

  • NUTR 5001 - Nutrition Across the Lifespan (3)

    This course examines nutrition across the lifespan from a biological perspective. The impact of nutrition on preconception, pregnancy, lactation, infancy, childhood, adolescence, adulthood, and aging will be studied. For every phase of life, normal growth and development, nutrient needs, nutrition assessment, and the most common nutritional deficiencies will be addressed. Prerequisite(s): D&N 3350 or instructor consent.
  

  • NUTR 5002 - Advanced Medical Nutrition I (3)

    Part 1 of a two-semester course designed to provide students enrolled in the combined Master of Science - Dietetic Internship Program with the opportunity to integrate the theories and principles of medical nutrition therapy into clinical practice. Case studies will be used to help students integrate and apply their knowledge of nutrition, dietetics, metabolism and physiology, with the ultimate goal of producing students who can effectively plan and manage the nutritional care of a variety of patients using a critical thinking approach to evidence-based medical/nutrition therapy. Topics include: critical thinking, the nutrition care process, standardized language and documentation, assessment, interviewing, evidence-based medical nutrition therapy, diabetes mellitus, and kidney disease, as well as confidentiality of medical records and JCAHO regulations. Prerequisite(s): D&N 4343  or Instructor Consent
  

  • NUTR 5003 - Advanced Community Nutrition (3)

    This is a graduate level clinical nutrition class in which students learn the essential steps and rationale in providing nutrition care for patients in acute, long- term and ambulatory settings. Evidence-based nutrition therapy and the basic scientific principles for its application are reviewed for the most common and important clinical nutrition issues. NUTR 5003 can serve as an update for practitioners working in the field. Prerequisite(s): NUTR 5002  or Instructor consent.
  

  • NUTR 5004 - Advanced Medical Nutrition II (3)

    Principles and practices of teaching individuals and groups to translate nutrition knowledge into action. Emphasis on research in and evaluation of nutrition education. Prerequisite(s): D&N 3350 or Instructor Consent
  

  • NUTR 5005 - Macronutrients (3)

    NUTR 5005 is an advanced course in the nutrition sciences. Students are expected to be familiar with the material covered in introductory nutrition as well as the biochemistry and physiology courses offered at UCM. These courses will serve as the foundation for the material we will explore in this course. NUTR 5005 will cover topics related to: energy metabolism, carbohydrates and fiber, lipids and lipoproteins, and amino acids and proteins. Prerequisite(s): D&N 4340  or Instructor consent
  

  • NUTR 5006 - Micronutrients (3)

    The study of the functional roles of vitamins and minerals in human nutrition. Course content will include review of essential functions for the vitamins and minerals, health implications of varying amounts vitamins and minerals in the diet, interactions between vitamins, interactions between minerals, vitamin and mineral interactions, and the process of establishing nutrient requirements. Prerequisite(s): NUTR 5005  or Instructor consent
  

  • NUTR 5007 - Pediatric Nutrition (3)

    This course examines nutrition beginning in utero and continuing up to 18 years of age in health and disease. Medical nutrition therapy for a variety of medical conditions found in this population will be discussed including inborn errors of metabolism, food hypersensitivity, obesity, and diseases of the major organ systems. Prerequisite(s): NUTR 5001  or Instructor consent
  

  • NUTR 5008 - Geriatric Nutrition (3)

    Description: The course covers: demographic facts about elders, physiological, sociological, and psychological changes associated with aging, and some introductory material about nutritional status in elders. The remainder of the course covers food habits, nutritional assessment, nutrient requirements, dietary and nutritional status of elders, diseases or conditions common in elders and exercise for elders. Prerequisite(s): NUTR 5001  or Instructor consent
  

  • NUTR 6000 - Seminars in Nutrition (3)

    Review and critique of current research literature in the nutritional sciences. Culminates in oral presentations, a research paper and critical discussions.  Can serve as an update for practitioners working in the field.  Prerequisite(s): Must have completed 18 hours in required graduate courses.

Photography
  

  • PHOT 4214 - Independent Studies (1-3)

    A mentored course for student initiated research and discovery on advanced technical, aesthetic, or conceptual issues in photography. The student identities the topic, and writes a detailed proposal of the purpose and outcomes of the project. Designed to provide an investigation of content not available through normal course offerings. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): Minimum 2.50 GPA, written contract/proposal with objectives and written school consent.
  

  • PHOT 4215 - Critique of Contemporary Photography (3)

    This course surveys the modern development of photography beginning with 1900 to contemporary imaging styles, photographers, and systems. Course includes on-line discussion, written assignments, and critique concerning the comparative analysis of various periods, schools of thought, and particular individuals. Prerequisite(s): PHOT 2215.
  

  • PHOT 4230 - Business Management for Photographers (3)

    Explore the reality of owning and/or running a successful photographic business built on strong management principles, ethical standards, and other professional practices. Student assignments, reading materials, and group discussions will focus on producing individual business plans and supportive material for projected photography specialty areas. Prerequisite(s): PHOT 2216 and 90 semester hours completed. An additional fee is associated with the course.
  

  • PHOT 4240 - Investigative Photography (3)

    This course explores the myth that a visual image reveals meaning located in the subject represented. The idea of photographic truth is considered within concrete examples such as forensic, documentary, and scientific applications. Photography, as a recorder of light, simultaneously investigates reality and investigates the method of investigating that reality. This leads to novel seeing, producing a vision of things previously unseen, or abstract. Prerequisite(s): PHOT 1210, PHOT 1211, and PHOT 2220. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • PHOT 4250 - Advanced Portrait Photography (3)

    This course further develops the student’s skills in portrait photography involving both studio and location. An emphasis is placed on sophisticated lighting techniques and conceptual approaches used to communicate essential aspects of personality and identity. Prerequisite(s): PHOT 1210, PHOT 1211, and PHOT 2250. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • PHOT 4260 - Photography, Advertising, and Society (3)

    This is an exploration of the use, context, and meaning of photography within advertising, mass media, and society. In addition to creating images, students will investigate how images in advertising and mass media are used and consumed by society. Effects on image meaning created by varying conceptual approaches, as well as the manipulation of the elements and principles of design are considered. Prerequisite(s): PHOT 3280 or consent of instructor. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • PHOT 4270 - Portfolio (3)

    Culminating experience in photography providing for the creation and production of portfolio to reflect personal career goals. Prerequisite(s): PHOT 3216 or consent of the instructor. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • PHOT 5200 - Special Problems in Photography (1-6)

    Individualized research or experience in Photography/ Imaging. Prerequisite(s): PHOT 1210, PHOT 1211.
  

  • PHOT 5220 - Readings in Photographic Imaging (3)

    Students will conduct literature searches and address contemporary concepts and methodologies. Students will engage in a rigorous group critique process to develop a mature body of work, which combines experimental and analytical learning methods. The student will develop aesthetic and technical strategies for the production and presentation of photographic images. Prerequisite(s): Admission into the MS in Technology Program.
  

  • PHOT 5230 - Creative Project and Exhibition in Photography (3)

    This course is considered to be the culminating experience in the program, involving the development of an independent creative project leading to new work. This course is taken the last semester of a student’s program and may be repeated until all requirements are met. Prerequisite(s): Admission into the MS in Technology program.
  

  • PHOT 5260 - Contemporary Digital Imaging Systems (3: 1 lecture, 2 lab)

    This lecture and laboratory course gives an in-depth look at the tools and techniques of digital imaging systems. Students pursue research projects in both the aesthetic and technical aspects of electronic photographic imaging. The student’s final project is self-defined. Prerequisite(s): Admission into the MS in Technology Program.

Physical Education
  

  • PE 4340 - Adapted Physical Education (3)

    A study whereby the full educational services of physical education may be made available to atypical students on all school levels. Professional Education Course
    This is a professional education course.
  

  • PE 4350 - Physical Education for Special Education (2)

    Activities and program development as an integral tool in the physical education of the mentally retarded, learning disabled, and emotionally disturbed.
  

  • PE 4830 - Psychological Aspects of Physical Education (2)

    An application of psychological principles to physical education.
  

  • PE 4840 - Social Aspects of Physical Activity (2)

    The application of sociological concepts and theories to the study of physical education and sport in American society.
  

  • PE 5000 - Special Projects in Physical Education (1-3)

    Individual or group study of selected topics. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): school chair consent.
  

  • PE 5200 - Effective Teaching in Physical Education (3)

    Present and analyze systems used in evaluating student behavior, teacher behavior, and student-teacher interaction. Study strategies for planning and implementing effective teaching and supervising in physical education.
  

  • PE 5370 - Curriculum Theory in Physical Education (3)

    Advanced study of curriculum and techniques of supervision in physical education.
  

  • PE 5420 - Growth and Physical Performance of the Preschool and Elementary School Child (K-6) (3)

    An in-depth study of the development and characteristic relations of children as they relate to movement and performance.
  

  • PE 5450 - Physical Activity Promotion (3)

    Investigate behavior change theories, public health research, and evidence-based physical activity interventions in the promotion of physical activity in children and adolescent.
  

  • PE 5500 - Behavior Interventions in Physical Education (3)

    Examine and apply key psychological principles in physical education related to behavior modification, student motivation, achievement goal setting, group dynamics, pro-social behavior, and self-perception.
  

  • PE 5600 - Growth and Development and Athletic Injuries (2)

    Growth and development of children and youth with emphasis on their vulnerability to athletic injury. Prerequisite(s): PE 2800.
  

  • PE 5610 - Advanced Athletic Training Techniques (3)

    Advanced methods of injury prevention, recognition, and treatment of athletic injuries. Prerequisite(s): PE 3610, PE 3800, and KIN 5830 . KIN 5830  may be taken concurrently.
  

  • PE 5620 - Modalities and Rehabilitation of Athletic Injuries (2)

    The use of therapeutic modalities and exercises in athletic injury rehabilitation. Prerequisite(s): PE 5610  or concurrently.
  

  • PE 5630 - Internship in Athletic Training (2)

    Provides clinical clock hour experience under the supervision of a N.A.T.A. Certified Athletic Trainer. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): PE 5610  or concurrently.
  

  • PE 5650 - Physical Education for Special Populations (3)

    Investigate best practices in physical education with special populations as required by law. Students will examine current pedagogical research focusing on strategies for providing safe, inclusive and equitable learning environments for special populations.
  

  • PE 5840 - Principles of Motor Learning (3)

    The physical and psychological factors affecting the acquisition of motor skills. Prerequisite(s): KIN 5900 .
  

  • PE 5950 - Assessment in Physical Education (3)

    Apply tests, measurements, and statistical analysis in the evaluation physical fitness, psychomotor skills, cognitive knowledge, and affective behaviors in physical education students will assess the efficacy of their teaching and programs using applied, systematic observation tools, and solid assessment strategies.
  

  • PE 6190 - Trends and Issues in Kinesiology (3)

    Directed reading and special investigation of selected problems. Identification, analysis, and discussion of on-the-job problems.
  

  • PE 6950 - Professional Seminar in Physical Education (3)

    Capstone course focused on applying of learning outcomes from the masters of kinesiology physical education curriculum. Demonstration of content knowledge, pedagogical content knowledge, and methods of systematic inquiry, as well as plans for continued professional development will be a major part of the culminating experience. Prerequisite(s): Completion of 30 hours of required coursework within the Master of Science in Kinesiology, Pedagogy program.
  

  • PE 6960 - Research Problems (2)

    Special investigation of an approved problem in the major field. Prerequisite(s): KIN 5900 .

Physics
  

  • PHYS 4312 - Electricity and Magnetism (3)

    Electric and magnetic fields scalar and vector potentials; conductors and dielectrics; Coulomb’s law, Ampere’s law, Gauss’ law; Laplace’s equation; Axwell’s equations. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 2122 and MATH 2153.
  

  • PHYS 4411 - Thermodynamics (3)

    Properties of gases, kinetic theory of gases; laws of thermodynamics; entropy and introduction to statistical thermodynamics. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 2122 or concurrently.
  

  • PHYS 4512 - Introduction to Quantum Mechanics (3)

    Experimental basis; fundamental postulates; Schrödinger wave equation; superposition of states; calculation of energy, position, momentum; hydrogen atom; identical particles; perturbation theory. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 3511 and MATH 2153.
  

  • PHYS 4513 - Solid State Physics (3)

    Crystal structure and diffraction; thermal, electrical, and magnetic properties; band theory of solids; Brillouin zones. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 3512; PHYS 3080 concurrently.
  

  • PHYS 4711 - Atomic and Nuclear Physics (3)

    Designed to use introductory quantum concepts and techniques as applied to the analysis of atoms and nuclei. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 3512.
  

  • PHYS 4911 - Special Problems in Physics (1-3)

    Individual work under supervision of a staff member. Problems may be undertaken in any phase of physics. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours.
  

  • PHYS 5010 - Current Theories and Practices in Physics (3-5)

    Designed for teachers. Content varies but typically covers aspects of mechanics, heat, sound, electricity and magnetism, optics, or modern physics. May be repeated for a maximum of 10 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): Consent.
  

  • PHYS 5951 - Physics Research for Teachers (1-5)

    Individual work on a physics research project under the supervision of a physics staff member. Project will terminate in a written and oral presentation. May be repeated for a maximum of 10 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): Consent.

Political Science
  

  • POLS 4511 - Public Policy (3)

    The course examines the public policy making process as well as the forces that shape US policy in the context of globalization. Consent from instructor must be obtained to take this course for graduate credit.
  

  • POLS 4520 - Principles of International Development (3)

    Problems of development in the developing nations of the world and the concepts and theories for their comparative analysis.
  

  • POLS 4530 - International Law (3)

    An examination of its nature, history, philosophies, and basic rules as found in treaties, court decisions, customs, and other sources.
  

  • POLS 4531 - American Foreign Policy (3)

    The foreign policy of the United States with specific focus on the policy authority of the American President, the Congress, the Courts. United States’ foreign policies toward Russia, Europe, and the Middle East are also considered.
  

  • POLS 4532 - International Relations of Asia (3)

    Study of contemporary regional politics of Asia focusing on political culture, nationalism, and the foreign policies of the United States, Russia, China, and Japan as they relate to security issues in Asia.
  

  • POLS 4552 - Legislative Politics (3)

    The major functions, roles, powers, processes and development of the national and state legislatures. Special attention is given to legislative elections, leadership and decision-making.
  

  • POLS 4555 - The American Presidency (3)

    The constitutional origins of the presidency, its powers, selection process, and the presidents’ relations with the public, the media, political parties, and the other major institutions of government. Particular emphasis is on the presidency as an institution of leadership.
  

  • POLS 4570 - Public Administration and Public Policy (3)

    The theories, functions, and structure of the public administration in the United States with special attention given to the policy process and the bureaucracy’s role in it.
 

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