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ACCT 532 - Topics in Financial Accounting
(3 credits) Advanced financial accounting topics include accounting for pension plans, income taxes, leases, investments, derivatives, and other current topics. Students compare and contrast U.S. Accounting Principles with International Financial Reporting Standards and complete research reports using online databases. A research project and presentation are required. F, S, SU
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ACCT 533 - Governmental Accounting
(3 credits) (Prereq: Grade of C or above in CBAD 330) Accounting techniques for governmental and not-for-profit entities. Topics include accounting standards and procedures for governmental units, colleges and universities, health care, and voluntary health and welfare organizations.
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ACCT 534 - Digital Forensics and E-Discovery
(3 credits) (=CSCI 534 ) Study of techniques, tools, and processes used to discover digital evidence. Topics include collection, preservation, presentation, and preparation of computer based evidence for the purposes of criminal law enforcement or civil litigation. S
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ACCT 535 - Advanced Accounting
(3 credits) (Prereq: Grade of C or above in CBAD 332) Financial accounting for investments in stock and consolidations, foreign currency operations, not- for-profit governmental units, colleges, universities, and voluntary health and welfare organizations. S.
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ACCT 620 - Tax Research and Communication
(3 credits) A study of the tax research process emphasizing documentation and presentation of the research. Students prepare cases and research briefs using an online tax service and other sources, and communicate research results both orally and in writing. F
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ACCT 621 - Taxation of C Corporations
(3 credits) A study of federal income tax principles and concepts of C corporations and how corporate transactions affect the taxes of the shareholders. F
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ACCT 622 - Taxation of Pass-Through Entities
(3 credits) Course is intended to provide an introduction to the taxation of pass-through entities - S corporations and partnerships (including limited liability companies) as they form, operate, dissolve. S
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ACCT 623 - Estate and Gift Taxation
(3 credits) Introduction to the principles and practices associated with the taxation of gifts and estates. SU
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ACCT 631 - Fraud Examination
(3 credits) Study of the principles and methodology of fraud detection and deterrence. The course includes such topics as asset misappropriation schemes (e.g., skimming, cash larceny, check tampering, etc.), corruption, fraudulent financial reporting, internal control, and deterrence. S
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ACCT 632 - Advanced Managerial Accounting
(3 credits) The process of using accounting information for long-and short-term decision making is addressed. The course presents advanced concepts helpful for understanding internal accounting as a tool to generate information for strategic managerial planning and control. It surveys fundamental managerial accounting, develops an operational understanding of elementary cost systems, capital and operating budgeting concepts, incremental analysis, transfer pricing, performance evaluation, and addresses quantitative techniques for assisting managers in the planning and control functions. S
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ACCT 633 - Fraud and the Legal Environment
(3 credits) Laws, rules of evidence, the rights of persons under investigation, the standards of conduct for performing litigation-type services, the discovery process, attorney-client privilege and attorney work product, and privacy and rules of evidence, as these topics relate to forensic accounting. S
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ACCT 635 - Ethics for Fraud Examiners
(3 credits) Analysis of the basic concepts of fraud, focusing on who commits fraud and why. Examination of alternative theories of business ethics, various personal and professional codes of ethics, and the role of ethics in the context of corporate governance and the inappropriate (unethical and possibly illegal) use of corporate assets by management and employees. SU
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ACCT 636 - Advanced Accounting Information Systems
(3 credits) Study of database design theory and principles unique to accounting information systems. Students create and design accounting information systems using sound database design theory and mid-level accounting software. F
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ACCT 637 - Advanced Auditing
(3 credits) (Prereq: Grade of C or above in CBAD 437 Auditing Theory or equivalent) A risk-based introduction to the assurance profession. Focus on corporate governance, risk assessment, and assurance and auditing services; planning and conduct of external and internal audits; and study of current issues and challenges facing auditors. F
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ACCT 638 - Fraud and Litigation Advisory Services
(3 credits) Forensic and litigation advisory services include accountants’ use of their knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, training, and education to support legal actions. Such activities normally are carried out by fraud and forensic accounting professionals acting as consultants and expert witnesses. While fraud and forensic accounting professional may provide forensic and litigations services in criminal cases, the majority of this work is in the area of civil litigation. Engagements include the investigation of damage claims, economic damages related to workplace issues, matrimonial investigations, and assets and business valuations. SU
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ACCT 665 - Financial Statement Analysis
(3 credits) An advanced case course which includes an in-depth study into the analysis of the profitability and viability of a commercial enterprise. Primary focus is given to the analysis of a firm’s accounting practices and financial statements from the framework of overall business analysis. The case method is utilized. S, F
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ACCT 675 - Law for Accountants
(3 credits) Students study legal topics consistently tested on the Uniform CPA Examination. These topics include the legal content of accounting, contracts and leases, debtor-creditor relationships, business formation and governance and other issues in law and regulations that affect accounting. F, S, SU
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ACCT 697 - Graduate Accounting Internship
(3 to 6 credits) Students will participate in an off-campus, supervised and structured work experience in Accounting. This is a supervised work experience involving a research component and responsibilities commensurate with graduate level work. F, S, SU
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ACCT 797 - Forensic Investigation Capstone
(3 credits) (Prereq: Minimum GPA of 3.0, completion of CBAD 534, 631, 633, 635, 638, or approval of professor) Major fraud case investigation with an emphasis on forensic and litigation support aspects, including presentation of case and compiling a written report. This capstone course requirement may be satisfied by an approved Forensic Investigation Internship with a practicing Certified Fraud Examiner. F
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ANTH 540 - Seminar in Current Archaeological Issues
(3 credits) (Prereq: ANTH 320 or permission of instructor) Selected topics of major concern to the practical conduct of archaeological research. As Needed
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ANTH 541 - Field Problems in Archaeology
(3 credits) (Prereq: ANTH 101, 320 or permission of instructor) Courses must be taken in sequence. A Spring-Summer sequence consisting of class work followed by a field session. Research design, field methods, interpretation of data and the development of theory from these data. Methods of relating a specific problem in a given area to more general considerations. S, SU
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ANTH 542 - Field Problems in Archaeology
(3 credits) (Prereq: ANTH 101, 320 or permission of instructor) Courses must be taken in sequence. A Spring-Summer sequence consisting of class work followed by a field session. Research design, field methods, interpretation of data and the development of theory from these data. Methods of relating a specific problem in a given area to more general considerations. S, SU
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ANTH 591 - Selected Topics
(3 credits) (Prereq: ANTH 101 or permission of instructor) Topics in anthropology of special interest but which are too specific to be served by an established course. May be taken more than once as topics vary. As Needed
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ARTS 599 - Independent Study in Studio Art
(3 to 6 credits) This course is designed for graduate study in studio art. The instructor will facilitate students in their development of self-expression and conceptualization. The emphasis is this course will be placed on a strong body of artwork that reflects sound art technique, thematic development, knowledgeable content and a personal style. As Needed
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Art Education |
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ARTE 540 - School Art Program
(3 credits) Analysis of historical, philosophical, and theoretical foundations of art education as a profession, including the origins and contexts of prevailing practices, contemporary change models, and prominent rationales for art in the schools. Methods for standards-based curriculum development, assessment of teaching and learning, and evaluation of art programs and student art products will be explored through readings, seminars, research and studio projects, and field experiences. SU, Even Years
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ARTE 541 - Practicum in Art Education
(3 credits) Supervised clinical teaching experiences of conducting standards-based instruction with middle and high school students in a laboratory setting. Experiences include lesson planning, producing visual aids, peer and self-assessment in teaching, seminars, collaborative projects, field trip implementation and supervision, and proposal preparation for professional development opportunities.
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ARTE 550 - Principles and Methods of Teaching Art
(3 credits) Focus on methods, materials, and processes suitable for comprehensive art education content implementation. Students will develop art learning units with relevant teaching support materials organized around specific art concepts and modes of inquiry, produce assessment instruments for the evaluation of art programs and student art products, and engage in the review and analysis of art education literature for research. Emphasis is placed on secondary schools. Supervised clinical teaching experiences in the public schools are required. F
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ARTE 595 - Art Education Workshop: Special Topics
(3 credits) Course designed for graduate-level MAT art students or teachers holding existing certification who are preparing to teach art in the public schools. Students will develop specific disciplinary content units for various developmental levels from Pre-K to senior high school. Materials and methods will be organized around exploration of special topics. Topics will vary according to suffix. Examples of topics include Photographic Techniques for Art Education, Pre K-12 Painting Methods, and Hand Built Ceramics for Pre K-12 Art Teachers. SU, Odd Years
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ARTH 692 - Critiquing the Museum
(3 credits) (Prereq: Admission to the MALS Program) Course critically evaluates the institution of the museum. What functions do museums serve? What relationship do they have with communities? Are their priorities to preserve, conserve, display, educate, or something else? What is the relationship between money and art in the context of a museum? Who are their audiences? What role does the physical space play in determining audience reception? What role does a museum play in determining social values? Do museums have an ethical responsibility to society? Depending on when it is offered, this course may sometimes include travel to museums in cities within the United States or abroad. S, SU
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Biology |
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BIOL 517 - Herpetology-The Study of Reptiles and Amphibians
(3 credits) (Prereq: BIOL 122 or equivalent) The study of reptiles and amphibians, covering systematics, evolution, ecology, morphology, reproduction, biogeography, physiology, and conservation. Three (3) lecture hours per week. S
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BIOL 521 - Microbial Ecology
(3 credits) (Prereq: BIOL 330 and BIOL 370 or permission of instructor) Course is designed to introduce students to the vital roles that microorganisms play in various environments and in sustaining life on Earth. Some topics that will be covered include: Microbial metabolic diversity; the role of microorganisms in biogeochemical cycles; microbial diversity, activity and importance in the functioning of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems; microbial bioremediation. S
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BIOL 526 - Ichthyology
(3 credits) (Prereq: permission of instructor) (Coreq: BIOL 526L ) Morphology, classification, evolution and distribution of fishes with emphasis on South Carolina marine and freshwater species. F
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BIOL 526L - Ichthyology Laboratory
(1 credit) (Prereq: permission of instructor) (Coreq: BIOL 526 ) Laboratory and field exercises emphasizing the topics covered in BIOL 526 . Students will be required to make and turn in a collection of preserved fish specimens. F
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BIOL 536 - Animal Behavior
(3 credits) (Prereq: permission of instructor) Study of the historical and modern developments in the study of animal behavior and emphasizes the evolutionary, ecological, physiological determinants of behavior. F
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BIOL 536L - Animal Behavior Laboratory
(1 credit) (Prereq: permission of instructor) This lab course gives students the opportunity to further their knowledge of animal behavior through hands-on field and laboratory-based exercises. F
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BIOL 542 - Advanced Genetics
(3 credits) (Prereq: permission of instructor) (Coreq: BIOL 542L ) The molecular processes of genetic change within genomes, individuals, and populations over both short and long time-scales. Students will read current research in evolutionary genetics to better appreciate the benefits and detriments of genetic change in domesticated and natural populations of organisms. S
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BIOL 542L - Advanced Genetics Laboratory
(1 credit) (Prereq: permission of instructor) (Coreq: BIOL 542 ) Laboratory exercises to accompany BIOL 542 . S
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BIOL 551 - Molecular Techniques
(4 credits) A research-based practicum on techniques of DNA analysis. Laboratory exercises serve as an introduction to DNA purification, quantitation and sequencing, PCR, gel electrophoresis, enzyme digestion and cloning. S
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BIOL 555 - Marine Botany
(3 credits) (Coreq: BIOL 555L ) Field course in marine flora with emphasis on ecology and functional morphology. Work will stress the roles of marine bacteria, fungi, algae, and angiosperms in coastal marine communities. F
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BIOL 555L - Marine Botany Laboratory
(1 credit) (Coreq: BIOL 555 ) The laboratory demonstrates the topics and principles presented in lecture. F
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BIOL 561 - Ornithology
(3 credits) The study of birds with emphasis on morphological and behavioral adaptations exhibited by birds in response to their environment. Laboratory exercises introduce the student to the diversity of birds with emphasis on the avifauna of North America. Topics include field identification of species, morphological and behavioral adaptations for feeding and locomotion, bird assemblages of the southeastern United States, and censusing procedures for estimating population densities. S
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BIOL 561L - Ornithology Laboratory
(1 credit) Field experience and exercises to accompany BIOL 561 . S
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BIOL 581 - Freshwater Ecology
(3 credits) (Prereq: BIOL 370 or permission of instructor) (Coreq: BIOL 581L ) Interactions of physical, chemical, and biological properties of freshwater ecosystems (i.e., groundwater, wetlands, lakes, and streams). Three (3) lecture hours per week. F
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BIOL 581L - Freshwater Ecology Laboratory
(1 credit) (Prereq: BIOL 370 or permission of instructor) (Coreq: BIOL 581 ) Laboratory and field exercises devoted to understanding the interactions of physical, chemical, and biological properties of freshwater ecosystems. Three (3) laboratory hours per week. F
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BIOL 584 - Conservation Ecology
(3 credits) (Coreq: BIOL 584L ) A comprehensive framework of conservation ecology. Students that successfully complete this course will learn the techniques used to study biodiversity and become familiar with the framework used to address problems in conservation biology. S
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BIOL 584L - Conservation Ecology Laboratory
(1 credit) (Coreq: BIOL 584 ) This lab course gives students the opportunity to further their knowledge of conservation biology through hands-on, field and laboratory-based exercises. S
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BIOL 585 - Vertebrate Zoology
(3 credits) (Prereq: permission of instructor) (Coreq: BIOL 585L ) The classification and natural history of vertebrates with additional emphasis on adaptive features in the functional morphology and ethology of animals. S
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BIOL 585L - Vertebrate Zoology Laboratory
(1 credit) (Prereq: permission of instructor) (Coreq: BIOL 585 ) Laboratory and field experiences emphasizing the topics covered in BIOL 585 . Laboratories will be centered around field observations of local vertebrates and may include field trips at “unusual” times - nights, early mornings and weekends. F
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BIOL 588 - Wetland Plant Ecology
(3 credits) (Prereq: permission of instructor) (Coreq: BIOL 588L ) An introduction to wetland types, wetland processes, and wetland management. Types of wetlands covered will include tidal freshwater, tidal saltwater, mangroves, interior freshwater, bogs, swamps, and riparian. Processes covered include hydrology, biogeochemistry, and biological adaptation. Wetland management topics include wetland definitions, classification, evaluation, manipulation, creation, and protection. F
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BIOL 588L - Wetland Plant Ecology Laboratory
(1 credit) (Prereq: permission of instructor) (Coreq: BIOL 588 ) Applications of principles and techniques used in the study of wetland plants and their ecology, both in the lab and in the field. F
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BIOL 592 - Phylogenomics
(3 credits) This course introduces students to the basic principles of how genomic data is used to interpret phylogenetic relationships among taxa. Student reviews aspects of both evolutionary processes and phylogenetic theory to develop an understanding of how genomic data can be applied to answer questions in these fields using the available software tools. S
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BIOL 596 - History of Biology
(3 credits) Course will examine how the science of biology has progressed through time to arrive at the level of knowledge we have now. The focus will be on two areas: evolution and genetics. We will explore other areas of interest. SU, On Demand by the MAT Program
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BIOL 598 - Special Topics in Biology
(1 to 4 credits) In-depth investigation of specific topics and scientific methods not generally available in the curriculum. May be repeated for credit under different topics. F, S
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BIOL 776 - Animals of South Carolina
(4 credits) Lecture-laboratory-field course. Introduction to the major forms of animal life in their native habitats. SU
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BIOL 778 - Wetland Ecology for Teachers
(3 credits) (Coreq: BIOL 778L ) A course designed to increase general knowledge of wetland habitats, introduce the possibilities of exploring wetlands in teaching, critique and adapt available laboratory and field activities, and develop original classroom teaching modules. SU
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BIOL 778L - Wetland Ecology for Teachers Laboratory
(1 credit) (Coreq: BIOL 778 ) Laboratory and field experiences emphasizing the topics covered in BIOL 778 . SU
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BIOL 780 - Topics in Molecular Biology
(3 credits) (Coreq: BIOL 780L ) The study of modern molecular biological methods emphasizing the methods and applications of recombinant DNA techniques. Selected topics will include DNA sequencing, gene cloning, the polymerase chain reaction and the disruption of genes in microorganisms. SU
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BIOL 780L - Topics in Molecular Biology Laboratory
(1 credits) (Coreq: BIOL 780 ) A laboratory course to introduce commonly used molecular biology and recombinant DNA methods and their applications in biomedical research and agriculture. SU
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Business Administration |
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CBAD 566 - Advanced Security Analysis
(3 credits) (Prereq: CBAD 363) Principles of value investing as developed by Benjamin Graham and refined by Warren Buffett; application of value investing theory to the complete equity analysis of the firm and valuation of common stocks; required research component. As Needed
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CBAD 602 - International Study Abroad
(0 to 1(2 credits)) A course requiring travel to a foreign country that prepares students to better understand and evaluate differences in business conducted across companies and countries. Focus is on the economic, sociocultural, and political- legal foreign country environments with special attention to the conduct of successful businesses and ventures. Realization of US versus other country practices will be evident (Foreign travel). S
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CBAD 630 - Financial and Managerial Accounting
(3 credits) Study of managerial and financial accounting, with emphasis on the preparation and use of budgets, business plans, the accounting cycle, and financial statement analysis in the service sector. Online research into important accounting topics and presentation of findings is required. F
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CBAD 691 - Applied Research Methods
(3 credits) Building on students’ knowledge of statistics and elementary data analysis, the course focuses on definition of the research problem, sampling and data collection, entry and storage of data, application of appropriate analysis techniques to test assumptions and hypotheses, and reporting and interpretation of results. As Needed
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CBAD 697 - Graduate Internship in Business
(1-6 credits) (Prereq: Permission of M.B.A. Director) Supervised work experience involving a research component and responsibilities commensurate with graduate level work. A maximum of 15 hours per week for 12-14 weeks; a research project is required. Open to M.B.A. students who have demonstrated professionalism. F, S
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CBAD 700 - Corporate Responsibility
(3 credits) An interdisciplinary examination of the role of the corporation in the United States and the world over the long term. The relationship between the corporation and its constituencies is considered in the context of ethics, economics, and politics. Case studies and formal debates required. F
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CBAD 720 - Economic Strategy
(3 credits) Applications of economic theory, techniques, and tools of analysis to decision-making at the firm/organization level. The course is designed to develop students’ understanding of how to efficiently achieve the goals of the firm and their ability to recognize how economic forces affect the organization. F, SU
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CBAD 725 - Database Management and E-commerce
(3 credits) (= CSCI 725) Structure and function of E-commerce database systems; design options and implementation of database management systems in E-commerce; hands-on laboratory practice and a term project include use of a common database software application to deliver E-commerce applications on the Internet; case readings including implications of database technologies to E-commerce. F
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CBAD 750 - Service Marketing Management
(3 credits) Analysis of marketing problems of business firms and other types of organizations through readings and case studies. Attention focuses on the influence of the marketplace and the marketing environment on marketing decision making; the determination of the organization’s products, prices, channels, and communication strategies; and the organization’s system for planning and controlling its marketing effort. Special attention is focused on the marketing of services. S
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CBAD 760 - Financial Management
(3 credits) (Prereq: CBAD 630 - Financial and Managerial Accounting ) An advanced case course focusing on financial theory and techniques for the analysis and solution of financial problems dealing with valuation theory and investment, financing, and dividend decisions of the firm. F, S
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CBAD 772 - Service Management
(3 credits) An understanding of the important marketing and operational characteristics of service businesses. These include service process design, quality management and control, facility design, capacity management, human resource selection and training, technologies in services, and defining the exchange process in terms of marketing parameters of product, price, place, and promotion. As Needed
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CBAD 773 - Project Management
(3 credits) The purpose of this course is to explore the project management environment in business and technology today. Students will acquire new software skills and the methodology on how to successfully manage a project. The goal is to provide the student with a framework to understand the current issues and challenges of the project management environment today as it applies to industry, software development, or service management. F, SU
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CBAD 774 - Human Behavior in Business
(3 credits) An overview of worker and consumer behavior in a discussion format. Emphases are on the dynamic interactions of people working in organizations, application of various managerial concepts, models, theories, and tools for identifying, diagnosing, and solving organizational problems, social and psychological influences on buyer behavior, and application of consumer behavior models to marketing decision making processes. Topics include theories of individual and group behavior, motivation, leadership, and ethical decision making. S
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CBAD 778 - Strategic and International Issues in Management
(3 credits) Seminar in strategic management designed to integrate business functions and examine issues that develop in the relationship between organizations and their changing environments, both global and domestic. The course concentrates on modern analytical approaches and on applying successful strategic practices in a team-based, asynchronous, diverse learning environment. F, S, SU
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CBAD 798 - Research Project
(1-6 credits) An applied research project in the student’s discipline or area of special interest. Requires presentation of research results orally and in writing. As Needed
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CHEM 570 - Environmental Chemistry
(4 credits) A survey of the chemistry of the atmosphere, soil and water with an emphasis on the effects of pollution. In lab, students will learn the standard methods used to measure pollutants and contaminants in water, soils and tissues. SU
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CHEM 605 - Modern Instrumental Methods in Chemistry
(4 credits) A survey of the applications of modern instrumental techniques to the solution of chemical problems, with emphasis on development of basic understanding of the experiment and on interpretation of data. SU
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CHEM 709 - Topics in Chemical Education
(4 credits) Selected chemical topics with emphasis on modern chemical concepts. Lectures, discussion, and laboratory. As Needed
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CMSS 530 - Fluid Mechanics
(3 credits) (Prereq: Consent of instructor) Course offers a comprehensive examination of the development of the Navier-Stokes equation in fluid motion. Topics may include theorems of energy, potential flow, elements of airfoil theory, and similarity parameters as well as the introduction to environmental fluid dynamics. F.
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CMSS 531 - Geophysical Fluid Dynamics
(3 credits) (Prereq: Consent of instructor) (Coreq: CMSS 531L ) Development of the fundamental fluid dynamics used in analyzing and interpreting flows in the ocean and atmosphere. Fundamentals of vorticity dynamics and geostrophy, wave dynamics at various scales, general circulation, vorticity, numerical modeling and dynamics of other planets. F
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CMSS 531L - Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory
(1 credit) (Prereq: Consent of instructor) (Coreq: CMSS 531 ) Laboratory component to CMSS 531 which is a one-semester course intended to introduce students to the concepts of fluid dynamics on a rotating planet. F
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CMSS 532 - Remote Sensing
(3 credits) (Prereq: Consent of instructor) (Coreq: CMSS 532L ) Detection and mapping of land and ocean resources with optical, infrared, and microwave sensors. Digital analysis of images using multispectral and spatial analysis techniques and correlation with ground/ship data. Application to oceanography, coastal processes, geology, land use, geography, agriculture, climate and pollution studies. F
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CMSS 532L - Remote Sensing Laboratory
(1 credit) (Prereq: Consent of instructor) (Coreq: CMSS 532 ) Laboratory component to CMSS 532 which is a one-semester course intended to introduce students to the concepts of remote sensing. It is a calculus- and physics-based course so students are required to have a background in calculus-based introductory Physics. F
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CMSS 534 - Atmospheric Physics
(3 credits) (Prereq: Consent of instructor) Principles of fluid dynamics, thermo-dynamics and mathematics are used to develop an understanding of the atmosphere’s dynamic, radiative processes, and general circulation. Focus will also be placed on current problems in Atmospheric Science through reading and reviewing current publications. F
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CMSS 600 - Mathematical Techniques in Systems Science
(3 credits) (Prereq: Math 160, MATH 161, MATH 260, and MATH 320 or equivalent, or instructor consent) Mathematics is the language of science. To this end, this course provides a mathematical background in various topics including Vector Analysis, Partial Differentiation, Fourier Analysis, Partial Differential Equations, Complex Analysis, and Linear Algebra to help students pursue advanced scientific research. F
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CMSS 605 - Coastal and Marine Hydrodynamics
(3 credits) (Prereq: Consent of instructor) Overview of the dynamics of the costal ocean/atmospheric system. Drivers of circulation and mixing within the coastal system are addressed across a wide range of temporal and spatial scales. Introduction to solute and particulate transport, and dispersal in coastal systems. F, S
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CMSS 606 - Coastal and Marine Geological Processes
(3 credits) (Prereq: Consent of instructor) Exploration of topics in marine and coastal geological processes. Emphasis is placed on geological processes as related to coastal systems with a focus on quaternary coastline evolution, climate changes, and sea-level. Sampling techniques in coastal geology will be described. S
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CMSS 607 - Coastal and Marine Bio-geochemistry
(3 credits) (Prereq: Consent of instructor) Course examines interactions of macro-and micro-nutrient cycling in the coastal environment. Chemical budgets considering sources (atmosphere, land, sediments) and sinks (ocean, biology, sediments, atmosphere) are investigated and how those parameters are affected by natural and man-made processes. F
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CMSS 608 - Coastal and Marine System Science, Issues and Applications
(3 credits) (Prereq: Consent of instructor) (Coreq: CMSS 609 ) Course provides an integration of the sub-disciplinary contributions to understanding and predicting behavior of coastal marine systems. Theoretical and applied coastal and marine systems science are illustrated through case studies and analyzing viable solutions to coastal environmental issues challenging society. F, S
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CMSS 609 - Coastal and Marine System Science, Issues and Applications Seminar
(1 credit) (Prereq: Consent of instructor) (Coreq: CMSS 608 ) An application of the sub-disciplinary contributions to understanding and predicting behavior of coastal and marine systems. Current literature, seminar speakers and organizing a public forum on topical issues. Repeatable multiple times. F, S
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CMSS 610 - Temporal and Spatial Analysis
(3 credits) (Prereq: Consent of instructor) Course covers theory and application of various analysis methods to coastal observational data. Practical implementation of the methods as applied to coastal processes occurring at different spatial and temporal scales is emphasized through use of advanced data analysis software. F
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CMSS 611 - Modeling of the Atmosphere and Ocean
(3 credits) (Prereq: MATH 260 and MATH 320 or instructor consent) Processes associated with the atmosphere, ocean, and their interactions can have devastating impacts on the coastal ad marine zones. Model simulations of these processes help us better understand these processes and provide Predictive capabilities of their potential impact, crucial in decision-making and future preparation. To this end, this class seeks to provide the bases and hands-on applications behind the numerical modeling of coastal processes along with discussions of basic atmospheric and oceanic science principles, course topics include computational tools, numerical theories/methods, basic data analyses, and the usage/applications of commonly employed ocean, atmosphere, and marine modeling systems suitable to the coastal regions. F
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CMSS 616 - Applied Geophysical data Processing
(3 credits) (Prereq: MSCI 540 or Consent of instructor) Course provides hands-on training in geophysical data processing techniques commonly used in geologic and oceanographic research, including side scan, chirp, and multibeam sonar data sets. Integration of digital data processing, interpretation and visualization using industry standard software will be covered. S
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CMSS 617 - Effective Scientific Communications: Preparing for Life as a Scientist
(1-3 credits) An introduction to appropriate scientific grammatical styles is offered along with common mistakes in formulating sentences for scientific audiences. The course presents and discusses strategies for writing theses, manuscripts, technical reports, and proposals as well as delivering oral presentations. MY
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CMSS 620 - Introduction to Scientific Computing
(3 credits) (Prereq: Instructor consent) Course will focus on basic scientific computing knowledge and skills, emphasizing algorithm design and development. Topics may include 1) basic programming structure, 2) conditional structures, 3) File in/output, 4) graphical plotting, 5) functions, 6) subroutines, 7) vectors and matrices, 8) solving linear systems, 9) regression, 10) interpolation, and 11) numerical integration and differentiation. The algorithms listed above will be practiced and implemented in the class by the students using several programming languages and tolls widely used by geophysical scientists: NCL, IDL, and MATLAB. F
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CMSS 630 - Measurement Techniques in Fluids
(3 credits) (Prereq: CMSS 530 , CMSS 600 , and CMSS 620 or instructor consent) Course focuses on flow measurement techniques. Topics include study and operation of various techniques in measuring transport phenomena including fluid mechanics and its applications. Experiments are essential to scientific research in that they provide evidence to phenomena and serve as benchmark for theories. S
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CMSS 643 - Techniques in Environmental Radioactivity
(3 credits) (Prereq: Consent of instructor) Course introduces students to measurement techniques in environmental radioisotopes. Theory and methods applications of radioanalytical chemistry as they are applied to problems in coastal systems science. Topics that parallel research efforts in this field at CCU will be emphasized. F
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CMSS 650 - Topics in Environmental Fluids
(3 credits) (Prereq: CMSS 530 , CMSS 600 , and with instructor consent) Course focuses on specialized topics in applied fluid mechanics. Topics could include turbulence, air-sea interactions, meteorology, atmospheric dynamics, sediment transport, voluntary layers, and ocean surface waives as they pertain to our understanding of environmental fluid systems. One specialized topic will be offered on a rotational basis in parallel with the instructor’s expertise. Students can take this class more than once to help prepare for their research thesis provided the specialized topic is not the same. S
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CMSS 787 - Special Topics or Directed Study
(1 to 6 credits) (Prereq: Consent of instructor) Topics designed in specialty areas of coastal and marine systems science. Maybe repeated for up to 6 credits. F, S, SU
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CMSS 799 - Dissertation Research
(1 to 21 credits) (Prereq: Consent of instructor) Research conducted leading toward the preparation, acceptance, and defense of a thesis, F, S
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CMWS 580 - Environmental Sociology
(3 credits) An introduction to important areas of thinking and research in environmental sociology. The primary focus of the course is on the relationship between society and the environment. Special attention is given to the study of how and why societies create environmental problems. S
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CMWS 587 - Selected Topics for Coastal Marine and Wetland Studies I
(1 to 4 credits) Topics designed in specialty areas of coastal marine and wetland studies. F, S
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