May 29, 2024  
2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Credit designation at right of title is expressed in (c) class hours per week, (l) lab or (d) discussion section hours per week, and (cr) number of credits per semester.

 

Hospitality Management

  
  • HOSP 300 - Critiquing Commercial Restaurants


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 1

    Description: A opportunity for the student of hospitality management to evaluate operational characteristics of commercial restaurants from the perspective of a dining patron. Students, as members of dining teams, dine in a variety of restaurant concepts and evaluate the business operation on a battery of performance criteria, including site appearance, menu diversity, service competence, product quality, and sanitation. Students incur out-of-pocket dining expenses.
  
  • HOSP 310 - Professional Development in the Hospitality Industry


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: An opportunity to identify and design industry-specific job search strategies, techniques, and skills including résumé and cover letter writing, interviewing, portfolio development, and strategies to attain career success within the hospitality industry.
  
  • HOSP 320 - Hospitality Marketing


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Students gain an understanding of the principles and concepts of marketing as they apply to hospitality management. Analyzes consumer behavior related to the hospitality industry. Students learn to make effective marketing decisions as they apply to customer satisfaction.
  
  • HOSP 325 - Hotel Sales


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Identifies the functions and activities of the sales department within a hotel property. Provides a thorough review of the organizational structure of a typical hotel sales department and the documentation used. Covers identification and approaches to securing typical hotel market segments.
  
  • HOSP 326 - Theme Park and Attraction Management


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Provides a comprehensive view and an in-depth understanding about the various operational areas and managerial issues in theme parks and attractions.
  
  • HOSP 330 - Applications of Food Production and Service


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab/Discussion: 10
    Credits: 4

    Prerequisite: HOSP 220 , or FDNT 150 /FDNT 151 , and Proof of ServSafe
    Description: Training for the hospitality management student in advanced fundamentals of technique, timing, and management skills through laboratory experiences, as well as the operation of the Allenwood Restaurant facility.
  
  • HOSP 335 - Legal Issues in Hospitality


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Examines the concepts and issues pertaining to hotel and restaurant law, government regulations, and their impact on the hospitality industry. A special emphasis is on innkeeper-guest relationship, employee relations, food laws and liability, liquor law and liability, and guest rights.
  
  • HOSP 341 - Professional Wedding Planning and Consulting


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Focuses on the application of hospitality management practices to the planning and implementation of successful wedding events. Emphasizes: an analysis of the factors involved in the social, political, economic, cultural, religious and historical influences on wedding planning decision-making and business strategies, negotiation of contracts, selection of vendors, and preparation of comprehensive wedding event proposals. The unique application to the wedding planning and consultation in the hospitality industry.
  
  • HOSP 343 - Fund-Raising for Special Events


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Relevant management tools, techniques, and strategies used for acquiring event revenue through fundraising and special event management are explored. Evolving legislation affecting sponsor and donor relationships is examined. The contemporary concept of sponsorship is benchmarked against a historical review to frame an understanding of how sponsor and organizational needs change.
  
  • HOSP 346 - Catering for Special Events


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: A practical understanding of the management tasks of a caterer and his/her relationship to the special events industry.
  
  • HOSP 347 - Meeting and Convention Management


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Analyzes the management and economic impact of the convention, meeting, and exposition industry. Examines the development of strategies used to manage conferences, meetings and trade shows to include the methodologies unique to each property and group served.
  
  • HOSP 350 - Introduction to the Casino Industry


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Examines the global casino industry from a historical perspective and includes legal, social, and economic issues. Also reviews the various games played in casinos, current trends, and popular global casino destinations.
  
  • HOSP 352 - Destination Management


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Provides an overview of the key challenges and constraints facing convention and visitors bureaus and how destination management can be planned, implemented and evaluated to achieve successful destination competitiveness.
  
  • HOSP 358 - Restaurant Equipment and Design


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Examines types and uses of food service production and service equipment with emphasis on incorporation into an effective facilities design. Field trips permit investigation of a variety of unit designs.
  
  • HOSP 367 - Festival Management


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Examines the international, regional, and local perspective of festivals and festival-event management. Examines and evaluates management, marketing, financial, and operational considerations together with strategies necessary to ensure viable festivals.
    Previously Offered As: (Offered as HOSP 275 before 2017-18.)
  
  • HOSP 372 - Housekeeping and Facilities Management


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Provides an overview of hotel housekeeping and facilities management. Special attention placed on proper staffing and scheduling techniques, housekeeping cost control, facilities management tools and techniques, sustainability management, and facility design.
  
  • HOSP 382 - International Tourism


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Examines the current status of hospitality and tourism industries at the global level. Analyzes different cultures, geographical features, and social, economic, and environmental issues in different countries to develop a com-prehensive travel plan that meets the needs of today’s international tourist.
  
  • HOSP 393 - Exploratory Hospitality Field Experience


    Class Hours: var
    Credits: 3-12

    Prerequisite: HOSP 310 , 2.0 overall GPA, 45 earned credits in A.S. or 60 earned credits in B.S., and 12 earned HOSP credits
    Description: Provides practical experience in the hospitality industry with approved internship sites. Students should select a segment of the hospitality industry relating to their interested concentration area to obtain experience.
  
  • HOSP 400 - Hotel Revenue Management


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Provides an overview of organizational decision making in reference to hotel revenue management. Examines evolving trends of revenue management, best approaches to building profitable pricing strategies, and data analytics.
  
  • HOSP 402 - Beverage Management


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Examines the principles, processes, and theories of beverage service. Analysis of methods of alcoholic beverage production and examination of categories of spirits, malt beverages, and wine, as well as legal concerns of service. Development and marketing of beverage operations are discussed. Includes voluntary tasting and evaluation of alcoholic beverage products.
  
  • HOSP 403 - Wine and Wine Service


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: All students must be 21 years of age or older
    Description: A study of the wine-growing regions, production, processing, and distribution of domestic and international wines. Topics include types of wine grapes, varieties of wine, proper storage procedures, the techniques of proper wine service, and responsible alcohol service.
  
  • HOSP 404 - Brew Pub and Brewery Operations


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Verifiable proof of 21 years of age or older
    Description: Addresses the art of brewing beer, beer styles, brewing equipment requirements, responsible alcohol service, beer and food pairing, sales, and marketing. Students visit local breweries and brew pubs. Students are required to attend three daylong field trips.
  
  • HOSP 408 - Hospitality Strategic Management


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Examines characteristics of managing human resources, capital, materials, equipment, products, and markets as they pertain to hospitality contract operations. (Titled Institutions Management before 2015-16.)
  
  • HOSP 411 - Contemporary Issues in Hospitality


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Discussion of contemporary issues within the hospitality industry. Students write a series of opinion/reaction papers to presented discussion topics.
  
  • HOSP 413 - Restaurant Food Production and Service


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab/Discussion: 10
    Credits: 4

    Prerequisite: HOSP 330 
    Description: Emphasizes restaurant front and back-of-the house operations management. Examines researching, planning, preparing and present theme-oriented meal showcasing selected domestic and international cuisine in the Allenwood Restaurant. Focuses on operations of employees and managers within the department’s food and beverage operation.
  
  • HOSP 433 - Educational Study Tour


    Class Hours: var
    Credits: 2-6

    Description: A comprehensive program of directed activities permits firsthand experiences in the historical and cultural aspects of the hospitality industry worldwide. Visits to renowned operations are included in the tour.
  
  • HOSP 450 - Training, Development, and Supervision in Hospitality Management


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Restriction: Instructor permission
    Description: Applied course in which students identify effective practices and examine current issues related to training and development within the hospitality industry.
  
  • HOSP 460 - Labor and Employee Realations in the Hospitality Industry


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Restriction: Instructor permission
    Description: Explores the history of the labor movement and the development of employee relations in the hospitality industry examining the major industry segments including lodging, restaurants, casinos, clubs, and related businesses. Students engage in a research project with the intention of presentation and/or publication submission
  
  • HOSP 470 - Hospitality Business Model


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Senior status
    Restriction: Instructor permission
    Description: Provides the opportunity to integrate and apply hospitality operations management concepts into the development of a working hospitality business model.
  
  • HOSP 481 - Special Topics


    Class Hours: var
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: As appropriate to course content
    Description: Offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics not included in the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 481 are primarily for upper-level undergraduate students.
  
  • HOSP 482 - Independent Study in Hospitality Management


    Class Hours: var
    Credits: 1-6

    Restriction: Prior approval through advisor, faculty member, department chairperson, dean, and Office of the Provost
    Description: Students with interest in independent study of a topic not offered in the curriculum may propose a plan of study in conjunction with a faculty member. Must apply a semester in advance and have 60cr earned.
    Approved: Approval is based on academic appropriateness and availability of resources.
  
  • HOSP 494 - Internship


    Class Hours: var
    Credits: 3-12

    Prerequisite: HOSP 310 , senior status, 2.0 overall GPA
    Description: Provides practical experience in the hospitality industry with approved internship sites. May be scheduled only after consultation with the department internship coordinator. Requirements include rotating through appropriate industry departments, specific to their career interests that give students a broad view of the various management systems in the organization and the completion of the final portfolio. See internship coordinator for more information.
    Note: Kitchen food production uniforms are required for all lab courses in which food is prepared. Students must meet the professional dress requirements of the department.

Human Development and Family Science

  
  • HDFS 218 - Child Development


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in PSYC 101 ; or instructor permission  
    Corequisite: SOC 151  /SOC 161  
    Description: Reviews cultural practices within and across global communities, developmental theories, learning theories, as well as the interrelationships among culture, development, and learning. Focuses on physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development from conception to adolescence.
  
  • HDFS 224 - Marriage and Family Relations


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Grade of “C”  or better in PSYC 101 ; or instructor permission  
    Corequisite: SOC 151 /SOC 161  
    Description: A developmental and interactional approach to understanding family studies and aids in understanding family life, with a primary emphasis on contemporary families. Relevant theoretical perspectives of how families operate are discussed. Areas covered include trends in family structures and functions globally, conducting research in family studies from a global perspective, diversity among families, gender roles in dating and marital relationships from a global perspective, communication and conflict resolution, human sexuality in contextual relationships, dating and singlehood, combining work and family roles, trends from a global perspective on parenting, effects of race and class on families, domestic violence, and divorce and remarriage.
  
  • HDFS 310 - Child Observation and Assessment


    Class Hours: 2
    Lab/Discussion: 2
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in HDFS 218  or ECED 112  or ECSP 112   or instructor permission
    Description: Examines the appropriate use of assessment and observational strategies to document children’s behavior, learning, and development. Discusses principles of assessment across contexts. Methods of analysis for observation data are also reviewed.
  
  • HDFS 315 - Introduction to Early Intervention


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in HDFS 218 , HDFS 224 , HDFS 310  
    Description: Focuses on early intervention policies and laws that relate to services for children from birth to school age, including the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) process. Special emphasis is placed on ways to assist families in their roles as team members in the early intervention process, taking social, linguistic, economic, and cultural diversity into consideration. Provides practical information needed when working in early intervention settings.
  
  • HDFS 321 - Preschool Education: Play and Developmentally Appropriate Practices


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in HDFS 218  
    Description: Emphasizes play as a developmental process, the primary vehicle for early learning and as the major aspect of the preschool curriculum. Utilizes development theories as the basis for early learning environments. Provides students with knowledge to implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and methods for preschool education programming in multiple settings (e.g., home, classroom, community).
  
  • HDFS 322 - Early Care and Education


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in HDFS 218  and previous 200- and 300-level child development and family relations courses
    Description: Introduces the historical background of the fields of childcare and early childhood education and current educational issues and theories affecting the field. Includes curricula models, frameworks for curricula, research on the impact of early childhood experience, and diversity and inclusion issues.
  
  • HDFS 323 - Family Issues


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in HDFS 224  
    Description: Examines major social and family problems that families manage (e.g., marginalization, caring for elders) and the role of professionals in supporting families. Reviews strategies to promote family resilience, supportive programs, and family policies.
  
  • HDFS 410 - Infant and Toddler Development


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in HDFS 218  and HDFS 310 ; compliance with current agency regulations; or instructor permission
    Description: A study of characteristic developmental changes of human infants and toddlers from birth to approximately 36 months. Participation as teacher assistant in the infant/toddler childcare center provides experience in developmentally appropriate guidance and programming for very young children.
  
  • HDFS 411 - Family and Community


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in HDFS 218 , HDFS 224 , HDFS 310 , HDFS 315 , HDFS 323 ; compliance with current agency regulation and enrolled in major/minor or instructor permission
    Description: A study of community agencies and their service to families. Covers advocating for children and families, identifying community agencies that aid families in need, examining the professional code of ethics and ethical decision making, and recognizing signs of trouble within families and referring them appropriately. Community service and agency speakers are integrated into course work. Participation in a community service project is a mandatory part of the course. Completion of this course with a grade of “C” or better is required for graduation.
  
  • HDFS 420 - Infant Toddler Mental Health


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: HDFS 410  
    Description: An introduction and overview of Infant Mental Health. Focuses on strengths in infants and families, a relational framework for assessment and intervention, and a prevention orientation. Emphasizes an understanding of how principles of infant mental health provide a foundation for working with children and families across settings and disciplines.
  
  • HDFS 425 - Adolescence: Risk and Resiliency


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: HDFS 323  and grade of “C” or better in HDFS 218  or instructor permission 
    Description: Focuses on the development of preadolescents and adolescents as well as the challenges involved in parenting adolescents. Emphasizes identifying risk factors, protective factors, promotive factors, and resiliency when working with adolescents and their families in the field of human services.
  
  • HDFS 426 - Techniques of Parent Education


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: HDFS 323  or instructor permission
    Description: An examination of the nature, extent, and significance of parent education and parent involvement. Students become knowledgeable of the diverse and complex characteristics and needs of families. Enables students to identify the interrelationships of home, school, and community agencies to enhance collaboration and cooperation. Students identify methods, programs, and curricula to increase communication with parents and families.
  
  • HDFS 427 - Administration of Human Service Programs


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: HDFS 310  or instructor permission
    Description: Facilitates the acquisition of special knowledge and competencies needed by successful administrators of human service programs, including proposal writing, budgeting and management, staff selection and training, and program evaluation.
  
  • HDFS 428 - Family Dynamics


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in HDFS 224 , HDFS 310 , HDFS 323 ; and enrolled in major or instructor permission
    Description: Emphasizes processes and models of family development topics, including an understanding of the development and maintenance of interpersonal relationships with an emphasis on how the theoretical frameworks of family studies can aid in this understanding. Focuses on approaches and dynamics of principles related to familial and marital adjustment and coping, with an emphasis on understanding the strengths and weaknesses of families and how family members relate to each other.
  
  • HDFS 429 - Teaching in Community Settings


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite:
    HDFS 310 ,HDFS 321 , compliance with current agency regulations and 90+ credits or instructor permission
    Description: Participation as a teacher assistant in an approved community early care or school age program provides experience in developmentally appropriate guidance and programming for children and youth. Applies principles and concepts from developmental science as the major focus . Emphasizes techniques of planning developmentally appropriate activities and utilizing positive guidance with groups of diverse children .
  
  • HDFS 430 - Poverty and Human Development


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: HDFS 425  
    Description: Examines the measurement and perception of socioeconomic status in the United States with an emphasis on poverty. Facilitates the discussion of research, theory, and policy related to poverty and human development.
  
  • HDFS 481 - Special Topics


    Class Hours: var
    Credits: 1-3

    Prerequisite: As appropriate to course content
    Description: Offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics not included in the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 481 are primarily for upper-level undergraduate students.
  
  • HDFS 482 - Independent Study


    Class Hours: var
    Credits: 1-3

    Restriction: Prior approval through advisor, faculty member, department chairperson, dean, and Office of the Provost
    Description: Upper-level students with high scholastic achievement pursue their particular interests outside the realm of the organized home economics education curriculum.
    Repeated: May be taken more than once to a maximum of 3cr. Approved: Approval is based on academic appropriateness and availability of resources.
  
  • HDFS 493 - Internship


    Class Hours: 0
    Lab/Discussion: 6 to 12
    Credits: 6-12

    Prerequisite: completion of at least 75cr; minimum GPA of 2.5 in major
    Restriction: Permission of child development and family relations program, human development, fashion, and interior design department, and college dean; compliance with current agency regulations; and enrolled in major
    Description: Practical field experience related to the student’s major area of study. Specific objectives are developed individually in consultation with the internship coordinator and/or university faculty member who supervises the internship. Logs and major paper required.
    Repeated: May be taken for 6 to 12 credits.

Information Management

  
  • IFMG 101 - Computer Literacy


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: An introductory course providing a fundamental understanding of computers. Familiarizes students with the interaction of computer hardware and software. Emphasizes the application of microcomputers, the use of productivity software (word processing, spreadsheet management, file and database management, presentation graphics, web browsers, search strategies, and e-mail), and the social and ethical aspects of the impact of computers on society. (Does not count toward computer science major.) Any of these courses my be substituted for each other and may be used interchangeably for D/F repeats but may not be counted for duplicate credit.
    Note: Note: cross-listed as BTED/COSC 101 .
  
  • IFMG 110 - Business Spreadsheet Computing


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Introduces the fundamentals of the use of spreadsheet technology in the business environment. Familiarizes the students to the different formats and setups for business data. Illustrates various uses of spreadsheet formulas and functions in the business environment. Explains the application of charts and graphs for data analysis and also for collecting and sharing data. Demonstrates the use of spreadsheet tools in the analysis of research data.
  
  • IFMG 201 - Internet and Multimedia


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: BTED 101 /COSC 101 /IFMG 101  or prior exposure to word processing and electronic mail
    Description: The major focus will be on the evaluation of information and multimedia resources available on electronic networks when doing research in an area of one’s choice. This information literacy course is designed for students to gain a more in- depth understanding of the information resources available electronically and of how to utilize them more effectively in communicating. Students will learn how to access and utilize these resources for two-way communications and support for decision making while incorporating selected elements in multimedia presentations of their own design. COMM 201 /COSC 201 /IFMG 201/LIBR 201   may be used interchangeably for D/F repeats and may not be counted for duplicate credit. 
  
  • IFMG 210 - Introduction to Front-End Business Applications


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: IFMG 101 /COSC 101  or IFMG 110 
    Description: An introduction to systems and development concepts, information technology, and front-end business application software. Explains how information is used in organizations and how MIS enables improvement in quality, timeliness, and competitive advantage. Students learn how to design and construct a front-end business application using a programming language.
  
  • IFMG 230 - Introduction to Back-End Business Applications


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: IFMG 101 /COSC 101  or IFMG 110 
    Description: Introduces the back-end business programming language as it applies to business organizations and their applications. Structured back-end business concepts and methods are taught as the student learns how to solve business problems using computers. Involves using files, reports, and tables to produce a variety of outputs utilized in operating and managing business activities.
  
  • IFMG 250 - Business Systems Technology


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: BTED 101 /COSC 101 /IFMG 101  or COSC 110  
    Description: Presents a functional review of computing equipment and the organization of components and devices into architectural configurations. Also teaches the principles of system software and builds an understanding of combinations of hardware and software within architectural designs.
  
  • IFMG 254 - Computer Technology Virtualization


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: IFMG 250 
    Description: Introduces virtualization technology in the computing environment through the study of various related tools. Highlights key issues related to creating and using the virtual environment infrastructure. Presents alternatives for incorporating virtualization solutions at organizations. Uses technological case studies and practical applications. Prepares students to propose virtualization solutions for enterprise computing environments.
  
  • IFMG 300 - Information Systems: Theory and Practice


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: IFMG 101 /COSC 101 , or IFMG 110  
    Description: Includes basic MIS concepts, fundamentals, and practices. Broad areas of coverage are principles, the computer as a problem-solving tool, computer-based information systems (CBIS), organizational information systems, and information systems management.
  
  • IFMG 352 - LAN Design and Installation


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: BTST 273 or IFMG 250  or any computer science course numbered 300 or higher
    Description: A study of fundamental local area networking concepts. A detailed study of the basics of local area network (LAN) technology. A comparative study of commercially available LAN systems and products. Features a hands-on laboratory implementation of a LAN. Either course may be substituted for the other for D/F repeats but may not be taken for duplicate credit.
    Cross-Listed: Cross-listed as COSC 352 .
  
  • IFMG 360 - Information Storage and Management


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: IFMG 352 
    Description: Provides the knowledge for understanding the storage infrastructure required to store this information in personal, enterprise, and cloud computing settings. Focuses on the different components of storage infrastructure and how to successfully manage it. Examines basic and advanced concepts of storage technology to enable evaluation and design of storage architectures with features to meet a variety of technical and business needs. Considers disaster recovery and business continuity solutions such as backups, replication, and archiving which is related to the broader field of information assurance.
  
  • IFMG 390 - Database Theory and Practice


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: IFMG 210  or IFMG 230  or COSC 220 
    Description: Reviews database design, data model methodologies, physical data structure, and database development and implementation. Introduces the remote data service, transaction server, and database administration. Emphasizes the practical approach in accessing the database using Internet technology.
  
  • IFMG 414 - Internet of Things


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: IFMG 352  and IFMG 210  or IFMG 230 
    Description: Introduces the world of the Internet of Things (IoT) including conceptual foundations and practical applications. Presents the theoretical concepts and the hands on knowledge on creating and managing IoT applications through assigned readings, prototyping, simulation, and mock-up exercises. Classifies business models applicable to IoT. Examines the ethical standards pertinent to the field of IoT.
  
  • IFMG 455 - Business Data Mining


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: IFMG 390 
    Description: Introduces the strategies, technologies, and techniques associated with this growing MIS specialty area. Consists of three main parts: (1) the basic methodology for designing, using, and managing a data warehouse, (2) integrating different sources of data using non-relational technologies, and (3) using different data mining techniques to derive information from data for strategic and long-term business decision-making. (Titled Data Warehousing and Mining before 2016-17.)
  
  • IFMG 460 - Analysis and Logical Design


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: (IFMG 210  or IFMG 230 ) and IFMG 352 , IFMG 390 
    Description: Involves teaching the tools and techniques required for the analysis and design of a business system. Along with in-class discussions of the principles and techniques for analyzing, designing, and constructing the system, the students also formulate system teams in order to analyze the problems of an existing business information system, to design an improved system, and to control the implementation of the new system.
  
  • IFMG 468 - Information Technology (IT) Security


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: IFMG 352  
    Description: Introduces the principles and practices of security in the information technology (IT) field of study. Covers topics widely discussed in the IT security field to include security governance, strategic planning, policies and procedures, infrastructure, security management models, contingency plans and other related topics. Elaborates on the legal and ethical issues facing IT security in practice.
  
  • IFMG 471 - Data Center and Cloud Computing


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: IFMG 254 , IFMG 360 
    Description: Introduces the building and managing of data centers as a cloud on the network. Focuses on the fundamentals regarding data center system configuration, networking, storage, and application. Examines different kinds of cloud service and delivery models. Discusses the management of data center security.
  
  • IFMG 475 - Project Management and Implementation


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: IFMG 460 
    Description: Introduces the demands made on the project manager and the nature of the manager’s interaction with the rest of the parent organization in development of a business information system. Studies the difficult problems associated with conducting a project using people and organizations that represent different cultures and politics and that may be separated by considerable distances. Also covers how to implement and carry out the development of the project using several information systems development methodologies.
  
  • IFMG 481 - Special Topics


    Class Hours: var
    Credits: 1-3

    Prerequisite: As appropriate to course content
    Description: Offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics not included in the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 481 are primarily for upper-level undergraduate students.
  
  • IFMG 482 - Independent Study


    Class Hours: var
    Credits: 1-3

    Restriction: Prior approval through advisor, faculty member, department chairperson, dean, and Office of the Provost
    Description: Individual research and analysis of contemporary problems and issues in a concentrated area of study under the guidance of a senior faculty member. Approval based on academic appropriateness and availability of resources.
  
  • IFMG 493 - Internship in MIS


    Class Hours: var
    Credits: 3-12

    Prerequisite: IFMG 352 , IFMG 390 , consent of department chairperson
    Description: Positions with participating business, industry, or governmental organizations provide experience in systems analysis. Note: Can be taken as a 3cr major-area elective requirement.

Interior Design

  
  • INDS 105 - Introduction to Interior Design


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Presents an overview of the interior design profession. Emphasizes the responsibilities of the interior designer and the many career opportunities available.
  
  • INDS 110 - Color and Light


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Focuses on color and lighting fundamentals applicable to the environmental design of commercial and residential spaces. Includes general color and lighting terminology, theory of color visibility and perception, and how color and light work together to create functional, aesthetic, and sustainable interior environments.
  
  • INDS 118 - Interior Design Graphics


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab/Discussion: 3
    Credits: 3

    Description: Introduces two- and three-dimensional traditional graphic skills including basic sketching, drafting, and perspective drawing as applicable to the responsibilities of interior designers. Emphasizes acceptable drafting standards, graphic layout, and visual organization through projects.
  
  • INDS 210 - Human Factors in Interior Design


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Examines the manner in which humans, including special populations, and the built environment interface within various cultural settings. Focuses on relevant building codes as they impact the health and safety of the individual. Emphasis placed on Universal Design concepts and accessible code compliance.
  
  • INDS 218 - Computer Technology for Interior Design


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab/Discussion: 3
    Credits: 3

    Description: Introduces basic computer-aided drafting and design (CADD) for designers; emphasizes CADD theory and the value of the computer as a problem solving, design tool.
  
  • INDS 219 - Kitchen and Bath Design


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab/Discussion: 3
    Credits: 3

    Description: Explores many facets of the kitchen- and bath-design industry. Analyzes kitchen and bathroom spaces according to the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) standards. Utilizes current design software.
    Previously Offered As: (Offered as INDS 319 before 2017-18.)
  
  • INDS 230 - Presentation for Interior Design


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab/Discussion: 3
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: INDS 118 
    Description: Introduces visualization approaches used for professional presentations of concepts. As a project-based course, the focus is on both two- and three-dimensional drawings and the use of color to create depth and enhance the quality of both traditional and digital drawings used to present interior design solutions.
  
  • INDS 240 - Three-Dimensional Design for Interior Design


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab/Discussion: 3
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: INDS 118 
    Description: An introduction to three-dimensional design thinking and presentation. Exploratory exercises strengthen three-dimensional conceptual skills of interior space. Technical studies investigate presentation techniques, model-making, spatial theory analysis, and vocabulary.
  
  • INDS 313 - Building Systems I: Materials and Finishes


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Junior standing
    Description: Introduces the basic methods of structural and non-structural construction including ceilings, floors, walls, doors, and windows relative to interior space planning. Focuses on the materials and finishes used to complete the interior space, as well as those used on furniture, fixtures, and equipment. Examines manufacturing techniques, application, specification guidelines, estimating, and installation methods. Considers relevant codes, environmental issues, and impact on the responsibilities and decision making of interior designers.
  
  • INDS 315 - Residential Design Studio


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab/Discussion: 3
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: INDS 218 
    Description: Applies interior design space planning and design problem-solving processes to residential design and emphasizes digital and graphic communication and presentation of those solutions.
  
  • INDS 323 - Building Systems II: Mechanicals


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: INDS 313 
    Description: Provides a broad overview of the various architectural building systems (mechanical, lighting, electrical, plumbing, acoustic, thermal, communications, security, and conveyance) as they affect the responsibilities and decision making of interior designers. Addresses relevant building and fire codes, vocabulary, and environmental concerns.
  
  • INDS 370 - History of Interior Design and Architecture I


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Chronological study from ancient times to the mid-19th century of the dominant influences and characteristics of historical interiors, furniture, and ornamental design. Emphasis placed on stylistic detail and its relationship to social, economic, political, religious, and aesthetic influences and to the contemporary scene.
  
  • INDS 380 - History of Interior Design and Architecture II


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: INDS 370 
    Description: Chronological study from mid-19th century to the present of the dominant influences and characteristics of interiors, furniture, and ornamental design. Emphasis placed on stylistic detail and its relationship to social, economic, political, religious, and aesthetic influences and to the contemporary usage.
  
  • INDS 405 - Interior Design Professional Practice


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Junior standing
    Description: Planning, business organization, management, contracts, procedures, and ethics for the professional interior designer.
  
  • INDS 460 - Portfolio


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab/Discussion: 2
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Senior standing
    Description: Focuses on professionalism in the preparation of an interior design portfolio. Concentrates on traditional portfolio composition with an emphasis on the ability to transition to digital portfolio as necessary.
  
  • INDS 464 - Commercial Design Studio I


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab/Discussion: 3
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: INDS 219 
    Description: Applies interior design space planning and design problem-solving processes to nonresidential design and links goals in interior design and facility management.
  
  • INDS 465 - Commercial Design Studio II


    Class Hours: 1
    Lab/Discussion: 3
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: INDS 464 
    Description: A studio, project-based course, ascertaining the process to be followed in developing large-scale nonresidential interior design schemes of more than 10,000 square feet.
  
  • INDS 470 - Interior Design Capstone


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Senior Standing
    Description: Examines design issues in interior design research with faculty approval. Research is used in the development of a design program which informs a solution that focuses on the adaptive reuse of an existing building. Incorporates experience and knowledge gained from courses throughout the interior design curriculum. Culminates in a presentation of research findings and design solution.

Japanese

  
  • JAPN 101 - Elementary Japanese I


    Class Hours: 4
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 4

    Description: For beginning students. Introduces the Japanese language, with attention focused on three modes of communication: interpretive listening and reading, interpersonal speaking and writing, and presentational speaking and writing. Students learn pronunciation, fundamental grammatical patterns, and how to write hiragana, katakana, and basic kanji. Students learn to converse and ask questions in simple present and past time and become acquainted with aspects of Japanese culture and society. May not register for or take a D/F repeat in JAPN 101 when credit has already been received for a higher-numbered Japanese course.
  
  • JAPN 102 - Elementary Japanese II


    Class Hours: 4
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 4

    Prerequisite: JAPN 101  or equivalent
    Description: A continuation of JAPN 101 . Focusing on communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students continue to learn to identify and write basic kanji characters. Builds on the three modes of communication—interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational—to build proficiency in using the Japanese language in real-life situations. Also imparts knowledge of Japanese culture and society. May not register for or take a D/F repeat in JAPN 102 when credit has already been received for a higher-numbered Japanese course.
  
  • JAPN 201 - Intermediate Japanese


    Class Hours: 4
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 4

    Prerequisite: JAPN 102  or equivalent
    Description: A continuation of JAPN 102 . Focusing on communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing so that students can function in everyday situations. Students continue to learn to identify and write intermediate kanji characters. Also imparts knowledge of Japanese culture and society. Liberal Studies credit is given. May not register for or take a D/F repeat in JAPN 201 when credit has already been received for a higher-numbered Japanese course.

Journalism and Public Relations

  
  • JRNL 102 - Skills for Media Writing


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Introduces the fundamental skills and styles used by professional writers in the digital media and communications industries. Applies industry-standard style guidelines to editing writing. Covers the ways of viewing media writing as critical consumers of information and for converting that understanding into content that reaches mass audiences in various print and digital platforms.
  
  • JRNL 105 - Journalism and the Mass Media


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Critically examines the roles, goals and technologies of the mass media as they affect American society socially, politically, culturally and economically. Explores the development of theories and research which explain the impact media has on society and people..
  
  • JRNL 120 - Journalistic Techniques for Professional Writing


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: ENGL 101  or ENGL 103 
    Restriction: non majors/minors
    Description: Emphasizes intelligent use of writing ability in a journalistic style and understanding of the why of journalism and mass media. Practices and improves writing skills.
  
  • JRNL 126 - Introduction to Public Relations


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Introduces students to the principles, practices, programs, and possibilities in the various areas of public relations.
  
  • JRNL 215 - Media Convergence in Journalism


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Description: Explores the digitization of journalism, public relations, and its many forms. Students learn how to digitize and work with media including the capture, editing, and distribution of new media, as well as the history and economics of digital media.
  
  • JRNL 220 - Writing for Media


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: JRNL 102  with a grade of “C” or better, journalism and public relations majors only
    Description: A course in journalistic style for students who plan to become professional writers. Teaches the basic journalistic formats and strategies used in print media—such as the summary lead, the delayed lead, and the conventional news-story format—and in digital and online media, such as writing for blogs and writing in chunks. Throughout, emphasizes economy, clarity, and the development of voice for a given medium.
  
  • JRNL 223 - Photojournalism


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: JRNL 105  or COMM 101  or instructor permission
    Description: An introduction to still photography for news media. Includes preparation of a portfolio and learning of specialized processing techniques for high-speed work.
  
  • JRNL 243 - History of the American Press


    Class Hours: 3
    Lab/Discussion: 0
    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: JRNL 105  or COMM 101 
    Description: Traces the development of the American press from its Colonial roots. Emphasizes the role of the press in political and social development.
 

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