Summer II 2024 Course Offerings

ACCT 0105 Principles of Accounting II (3)

Continuation of the emphasis in Principles of Accounting I upon corporate financial reporting to external parties. An introduction to the concepts underlying the preparation of accounting information which is useful to management in the planning and control of business operations.

ART 0106 Art Survey: Prehistoric to Middle Ages (3)

Major representative works of western art and architecture from prehistoric times through the middle ages will be presented from a critical and historical viewpoint. The student will be introduced to the aesthetic and philosophical principles that underlie all art as well as to the relationship between the visual arts and the culture and society which produced them.

ART 0340 Graphic Design Internship (3-12)

An opportunity for students who have completed the courses required for the Graphic Design concentration and the portfolio-preparation class. The internship is usually an 8-16 week, full time, on-the-job work experience program in which the student is placed in an advertising agency or graphic design work setting. The student is supervised by the agency director and the internship advisor. The internship experience prepares the student for work procedures in the graphic design field and assists in later job placements. Applications should be made to the Graphic Design Coordinator.

BIOL 0104 Human Biology (4)

Human Biology introduces the structure and function of the human body. Students will study the major systems of the human body, including reproduction, digestion and nutrition, circulation, respiration, nervous and hormonal control and locomotion through examination of and non-invasive experimentation with their own bodies, computer simulations, reading and attending lecture/discussions.

BIOL 0104 Human Biology (4)

Human Biology introduces the structure and function of the human body. Students will study the major systems of the human body, including reproduction, digestion and nutrition, circulation, respiration, nervous and hormonal control and locomotion through examination of and non-invasive experimentation with their own bodies, computer simulations, reading and attending lecture/discussions.

BIOL 0106 Biology Today (4)

An introduction to the study of cells, cellular reproduction, inheritance and the gene, molecular genetics, and the development of organisms. Concentrates on human genetics and development. Investigates the role of biotechnology in genetics and development.

BIOL 0106 Biology Today (4)

An introduction to the study of cells, cellular reproduction, inheritance and the gene, molecular genetics, and the development of organisms. Concentrates on human genetics and development. Investigates the role of biotechnology in genetics and development.

BIOL 0230 Evolution (3)

A discussion of theories of evolution, evidence for evolution, genetic variability and changes in populations, and evolutionary patterns of the past.

BIOL 0239 Human Anatomy and Physiology II (4)

Utilizes a general approach to the human body with emphasis on structure and function to show ways in which the various organ systems interact. The respiratory, circulatory, digestive, endocrine, and urinary systems as well as temperature regulation and fluid balance are studied.

COMM 0101 Introduction to Mass Communication (3)

Provides students with a comprehensive survey and critical analysis of mass communication. This is accomplished through the study of the history and structure of mass media industries and an examination of social, economic, political, cultural, and global factors that create the context in which media operate.

COMM 0212 Film and Gender (3)

Examines the construction and portrayal of gender in film. In addition to surveying some of the predominant cinematic images of gender, students will be introduced to the precepts of contemporary feminist film criticism and gender studies.

COMM 0329 Crime and the Media (3)

The course will deal with issues related to the mass media and crime in society. The increasing importance of the mass media in shaping people�s perception of and attitudes toward the criminal justice system will be focused on. Other topics will include the media as a cause and cure for crime, biases in the media coverage, the effects of the media on criminal proceedings and crime on television and films.

CRJU 0329 Crime and the Media (3)

The course will deal with issues related to the mass media and crime in society. The increasing importance of the mass media in shaping people�s perception of and attitudes toward the criminal justice system will be focused on. Other topics will include the media as a cause and cure for crime, biases in the media coverage, the effects of the media on criminal proceedings and crime on television and films.

CRJU 0334 Drugs and Crime (3)

This course will present an overview of the problems of drug-related crime in contemporary society. Specific drug substances are discussed, as well as legal, cultural, and social factors in connection with drug law enforcement.

CRJU 0355 High Profile Crimes and Trials (3)

A survey of high profile crimes and trials from different periods in history. The importance of the media in creating high profile crimes and trials will be discussed along with the notation of newsworthiness. Particular attention will be given to the effects high profile crimes and trials have on the public and criminal justice system.

CRJU 616 Victimology (3)

An analysis of the characteristics of crime victims to their victimization; the treatment of victims by the criminal justice system and possibilities of reform in this regard; and the attitudes of criminals towards victims.

CRJU 631 Multinational Crime (3)

This course will explore the newly designated area of multinational crime. Terrorism, espionage, arms and drug area of multinational crime. Terrorism, espionage, arms and drug trafficking�offenses that are organized and systematic, cutting across international borders�present new quandaries for the criminologist. Multinational crime will be described and explained with reference to current criminological theories.

ECON 0102 Principles of Microeconomics (3)

Emphasis on the economics of the firm and resource allocation. Topics to be discussed include: the price and output determination under pure competition, pure monopoly, monopolistic competition, and oligopoly, the resource market, international trade, and an evaluation of American capitalism. ECON 0101 and ECON 0102 may be taken in any order.

EDUC 645 Practicum I: Clinical Experiences in Reading Elementary (3)

Practicum I is designed to guide initial licensure candidates enrolled in the Reading Specialist Program to diagnose and develop interventions fro PreK-12 pupils experiencing literacy difficulties. Candidates are supervised as the assess (using multiple assessments) and teach two individual case study students considered at-risk for literacy success at two different levels using� a clinical model. They are also required to teach small and large groups of students at different grade and proficiency levels. Practicum I is supervised by both an on-site Massachusetts licensed Reading Specialist (the Supervising Practitioner) and a University Program Supervisor in candidates' schools or in summer school setting. Eligible candidates may choose to enroll in either Practicum I Elementary (EDUC 0645) or Secondary (EDUC 0646). Practicum I requires 150 hours. Candidates are not required to take any time away from full time teaching positions.

ENGL 0103 Speech (3)

A course that gives students an opportunity to practice the fundamental principles of oral communication. It includes experience in organizing and delivering various kinds of talks, participating in group and panel discussions, and evaluating speech habits. Voice quality, articulation, and pronunciation are studied.

ENGL 0221 World Literature (3)

This course introduces the diverse yet underrepresented cultures and literatures from at least three geographical locations of the world to initiate a dialog around global understanding of history and human experience.� This course will help students recognize literary figures, texts, themes, and movements within the given historical period(s) under study, identify literary genres and devices, and draw the connections between different themes and ideas presented in literature.� Through a critical study of literary texts, either in English or in translation, this course will establish a foundation to promote intellectual growth by strengthening students' abilities to think analytically and creatively about literature and by developing their sensitivity to cultural diversity.� In addition to interpreting and synthesizing representative texts from different literary traditions, students will practice writing reflectively about literary texts and themes by applying the conventions of academic writing to create an essay that is rhetorically cohesive, sufficiently evidenced, and stylistically sound.� Note: This course can be repeated if the themes and texts are different.� Intended for all majors.

ENGL 0392 Business and Technical Writing (3)

How to write more powerfully, persuasively, and successfully in business. Students will learn the strategies of writing clear and effective memos, letters, and reports, and easy techniques for using tables and graphs. By the end of the course the student will have a portfolio of writing samples to demonstrate writing skills.

EGST 0101 Introduction to Comparative Ethnic Studies (3)

This course focuses on the meaning and significance of race, ethnicity and culture in the United States. Students will be exposed to basic concepts in ethnic studies such as ethnicity, culture, race, socialization, cultural assimilation, acculturation, migration, immigration, social protest, and resistance. This course will be taught from an interdisciplinary perspective, thereby allowing students to build a base from various viewpoints and methodologies including but not limited to historical, cultural, political, economic, and sociological.

EGST 0102 Introduction to Women�s and Gender Studies (3)

Introduces students to the scholarship and research developed Women�s and Gender Studies. The course will address a variety of issues in the field in an interdisciplinary format, generally focusing on the social construction of gender and women�s lives and experiences as illuminated by the social sciences and humanities. The course will be taught with a global comparative perspective allowing students to examine women�s experiences and the politics of gender with a wide international lens.

HIST 0290 Problems in World History (3)

These courses are designed to focus the attention of the student on a specific problem within the scope of historical study the fields of Africa, Asia, or Latin America. The problems will be of contemporary interest; and they will include intensive research, readings, class discussions, and the production of a scholarly paper. The field and problem(s) will be designated prior to the semester in which the course is offered. This course may be taken 3 times for credit.

MGMT 0220 Production/Operations Management (3)

A state of the art strategic systems approach to the operations functions of manufacturing and service organizations. The course covers designing, acquiring, operating, and maintaining facilities and processes; managing the supply chain; controlling and maintaining inventories; and staffing and scheduling human resources needed to provide goods and services.

MGMT 0308 Organizational Development and Behavior (3)

Examines the foundations for understanding individual and group behavior and relates these points to the problems faced by managers in organizations. Emphasis is on topics of study relevant to developing managerial effectiveness in interrelationships with other organizational members. Course attempts to develop an understanding of the relationship between individual and organization and to identify management skills that can contribute to effective performance.

MGMT 0342 Entrepreneurship (3)

Students gain valuable experience in innovating and creating new business or not-for-profit opportunities. They will learn to find and develop new projects, to design new products and services, and to translate their ideas into comprehensive, workable business plans.

MGMT 0398 Business Internship (3-15)

Full time business student/must be a second semester junior or senior and have permission of department.

MRKT 0231 Marketing Management (3)

A developmental survey into the field of marketing in business, which will study the roles of marketers in business and society as a whole. Concentration shall be placed on defining marketing, the role of a marketing executive, the various systems of marketing, and the economic factors that affect marketing. In order to probe these questions, the course shall examine consumer behavior, purchase decision making, product pricing, policy and planning, channels of distribution in business, and marketing institutions and organizations. Further dimensions of advertising, marketing research, analysis, forecasting, and marketing information flows, controls, and performance shall be explored.

MRKT 0337 Consumer Behavior (3)

By gaining a better understanding of the factors that affect consumer behavior, marketers are in a better position to predict how consumers will respond to their marketing strategies. Consumer Behavior draws on the Social Sciences in addition to the quantitative characteristics of the market such as: population patterns, income distribution, living standards, and occupational changes.

MATH 0104 Pre-Calculus (3)

Topics covered include an in-depth investigation of functions; graphing; exponential and logarithmic functions; and trigonometry.

MATH 0106 Calculus II (4)

A continuation of Calculus I. Topics include techniques of integration, applications of the integral, series and sequences, L�H�pital�s Rule, approximation of functions.

MATH 0108 Elementary Statistics (3)

An introduction to basic concepts and techniques of statistics for students needing skills for research techniques in education, business, and the physical, life, and social sciences, or simply to understand the mass of statistical information in modern life. Topics include: graphical techniques such as histograms or box plots; measures of location and spread; scatter plots and correlation; sampling and sampling distributions; estimation and statistical inference (confidence intervals and/or hypothesis testing).

MATH 0111 Mathematical Applications (3)

An introductory course designed to provide the liberal arts major with opportunities to investigate ways in which mathematics is used to solve real world problems in a variety of disciplines. Applications may include such topics as voting schemes, fair division, networks, scheduling, finance, probability and statistics.

MATH 0250 Foundations: Patterns, Reasoning and Algebra (3)

An introductory course in the foundations of mathematics. Topics include: finding, analyzing, and describing patterns; sets and classification; functions and relations; inductive and deductive reasoning; problem solving; and logic. Students will develop a conceptual understanding of the course material in a learning environment that models the pedagogical foundations of the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks for Mathematics and the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) Standards.

MUSC 0104 World Music (3)

A survey of world music literature focusing on non-Western cultures including: Africa, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Latin and South America; and lesser known music of the Western world including Native American and Canadian peoples.

MUSC 0160 History of Jazz (3)

The study of jazz music from the early 1900�s to the present. Emphasis on styles and trends of major jazz performers and ensembles within each period.

POLS 0101 American National Government (3)

Fundamental course dealing with the Constitution, Congress, President, Supreme Court, and political party systems of the American national government.

PSYC 0202 Child Development (3)

This course explores child growth and development from conception through childhood.� Emphasis is on principles underlying physical, cognitive, social and emotional development.� Using contemporary theory, research, and methods relevant to developmental psychology, the class explores individual differences and the sociocultural context of development, in order to learn how to optimize the domains of development for all children.�� The objective is to deepen students' understanding of and respect for children and the families, educators and communities that nurture them.

PSYC 0207 Lifespan Development (3)

Explores human development from a variety of psychological perspectives. The entire lifespan, from conception to death, will be discussed, covering both theoretical and empirical issues. Material will cover the three major aspects of development: physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development.

PSYC 0308 Statistics for Psychologists (3)

The application of statistical methods to current research problems in psychology. The selection of procedures appropriate to problems, performance of the procedures, interpretation of outcomes, data tabulation and reduction, measures of central tendency and variability, correlation and prediction, tests of significance, t-test, chi square and analyses of variance.

PSYC 0311 Health Psychology (3)

This course will introduce the student to the psychological specialty area of health psychology, a field of psychology targeting the improvement and maintenance of physical health, as well as the prevention of health difficulties. The student will understand the associative, multidirectional links between physiological systems, cognition, behavior, and social environment. Attention is given to applied psychological techniques for health improvement, maintenance, and prevention. Theoretical models of health behavior are used to initiate health behavior change.

PSYC 0316 Psychology of Human Sexuality (3)

An overview of human sexuality from the perspectives of physiological, developmental, social, and clinical psychology. Specific topics include theory and research methodology, sexual arousal and behavior, contraception, sexual orientation, variations in sexual behavior, sexual coercion, and sexual dysfunction and sex therapy. Emphasis is placed on the psychological sequelae of these topics rather than their biological, medical, sociological, or ethical aspects.

PSYC 0319 Research Methods in Psychology II (3)

This writing-intensive course will provide students with practical experience conducting research.� Students will review the psychological literature, develop appropriate research design(s), collect data while practicing ethical research, and analyze and interpret their own data.� Students will also receive in-depth instruction and practice in the communication of research results.

PSYC 0336 Psychology of the Family (3)

A presentation of theories of how family interaction and patterns of response influence personality and behavior. An exploration of the characteristics of �healthy� and �unhealthy� families and the types of individuals they produce. A review of family therapy techniques as a means of treating the �identified patient.� Limited to juniors and seniors.

PSYC 0356 Special Topics in Psychology (3)

each offering; students may receive no more than 6 credits for this course number. Offered on an irregular basis. This offering is an in depth study of a limited and/or specialized area within one field of psychology. The exact title will vary according to the specialization of the instructor and the interest of the students.

PSYC 0359 Sensation and Perception (3)

This course deals with how we construct a conception of physical reality from sensory experience, particularly from sight and sound. We will review the main areas of perception from the neurophysiological, psychophysical, and cognitive points of view: the visual system and seeing, the auditory system and hearing, smell, taste, and touch. A series of lectures and demonstrations will introduce the students to interesting perceptual phenomena.

PSYC 554 Psychology: Special Topics (3)

Current relevant issues in the discipline offered at a graduate level.

PSYC 645 Counseling Diverse Populations (3)

This course is designed to provide students with the cultural and social foundations as well as examine the research pertaining to counseling in a diverse society. Theoretical approaches and experiential exercises are used to assist in the development of personal awareness and sensitivity toward issues of diversity (e.g., ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion, gender). Attention will be paid to the way therapists and clients construct meaning in a multicultural and diverse society.

LANG 0210 Language Culture and Society (3)

An introduction to the role of language in shaping and reflecting social structures within and among human communities. Topics treated include language issues in relation to social class, ethnicity and gender, language usage and language change, and controversies centering on issues of language and public policy primarily in the U.S.

LLIT 0201 Women Writers of the Americas: Global (3)

A study of selected works by women writers of the varied linguistic, national and cultural traditions of the Americas, with special attention to the efforts of writers to define themselves in relation or in opposition to existing literary and cultural traditions. Topics of a given semester may focus on writers of a particular region, or on a selected theme or genre (e.g., Women Writers of the Caribbean). Taught in English. Students may enroll more than once for credit provided topic is different.

SOCI 0201 The Family (3)

The family as a social institution, affected by and affecting other institutions. Some material of the family in non-industrial societies will be included, but the main focus will be on persisting patterns and on changes in pre-marital, marital, and family relationships in the United States.

SOCI 0202 Race and Ethnic Relations (3)

A study of the phenomena which arise when different biological and cultural groups interact, and of theories and methods calculated to reduce antipathy and discrimination against minority groups, with an emphasis on American relations.

SOCW 543 Generalist Practice Bridge Course (3)

This course is required for Advanced Standing students as a bridge that allows students to be fully ready to enter the advanced level of MSW education. This course focuses on the core knowledge, values and skills that form the foundation of generalist practice.

SOCW 543 Generalist Practice Bridge Course (3)

This course is required for Advanced Standing students as a bridge that allows students to be fully ready to enter the advanced level of MSW education. This course focuses on the core knowledge, values and skills that form the foundation of generalist practice.

SOCW 698 Advanced Practice in Social Work Special Topics (3)

This course is an in depth treatment of a limited and/or specialized area within social work practice and has benn designated as an advanced practice elective. This course may be repeated with a different topic.

MOVP 0225 Medical Terminology and Documentation (3)

Facilitates the development and application of an extensive medical vocabulary, including terms associated with structure, function, and pathology of the body systems.� Terminology of diagnosis, treatment, and medical procedures is also covered.� Basic guidelines for systems of documentation used in allied health and medicine are examined.