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CINF 4323 - Computer Security Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Fee Type: Special
Fee ($): 40
Introduction to encryption, decryption and cryptographical protocols; security components; security policies and mechanisms in computer applications, computer systems and networks; legal and ethical issues in computer security. Laboratory instructions.
Prerequisites: CSCI 2331 , CSCI 3352 .
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CINF 4324 - Modern System Analysis and Design Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Fee Type: Special
Fee ($): 40
Key concepts and principles of system analysis and design within the context of information system development. Emphasis on the application of tools and techniques along with the role and responsibilities of the systems analyst as well as the systems project manager.
Prerequisites: CINF 3321 .
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CINF 4334 - Electronic Commerce Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Key concepts and principles of e-commerce; importance of e-commerce in the global economy; technological elements of the infrastructure of e-commerce; business and social factors associated with the success or failure of e-commerce; critical thinking to strategize and plan technology-based solutions to achieve business goals.
Prerequisites: CINF 4320 or approval of instructor.
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CINF 4341 - Network Defense Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an essential study of network defense, related vulnerability and security issues and common tools available for network packet analysis and exploitations.
Prerequisites: CSCI 3341 , CSCI 4312 , CSCI 4364 , or equivalent
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CINF 4364 - Computer Systems Administration Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Fee Type: Special
Fee ($): 40
Administration of computers and their operating systems, both as stand-alone and in network topologies. Unix is used as an example. Laboratory instruction.
Prerequisites: CSCI 2315 or ITEC 3312 and senior standing.
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CINF 4379 - Internship in Computer Information Systems Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Supervised work experience in an approved industrial firm or government agency. Written and oral report required.
Prerequisites: 15 hours of upper-level credit; approval by adviser and associate dean.
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CINF 4381 - Computer Forensics Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Fee Type: Special
Fee ($): 50
This course examines the various media and strategies of storing information. Students will learn different aspects of computer crime and ways to protect, uncover and understand digital evidence. Students will gain experience using hardware and software tools to perform investigations. Laboratory instruction.
Prerequisites: CSCI 1471 or CSCI 1370 or ITEC 2381 .
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CINF 4388 - Senior Project in Computer Information Systems Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Fee Type: Special
Fee ($): 50
May be taken only during the final semester before graduation. Registration is restricted to students with an approved Candidate Plan of Study. Students develop a significant computer application for a realistic project in CIS that emphasizes the entire software lifecycle. Professional behavior, ethics and teamwork will be developed. Students prepare written reports and give oral presentations. Laboratory instruction.
Prerequisites: CSCI 4333 and CINF 4324 .
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CINF 4389 - Independent Study in Computer Information Systems Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Fee Type: Special
Fee ($): 50
Prerequisites: Approval of instructor, chair and associate dean.
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CINF 4391 - Selected Topics in Computer Information Systems Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Fee Type: Special
Fee ($): 50
Identified by specific title each time course is offered. Laboratory instruction.
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Counseling |
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COUN 1301 - Addictions Counseling Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
A review of the research, theory and history of addiction counseling, including requirements for and scope of licensure and ethical guidelines as a chemical dependency counselor.
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COUN 1302 - Pharmacology of Addictions Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Explores the different types of substances abused and the psychological and physiological consequences, including tolerance, withdrawal and drug interaction.
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COUN 1304 - Screening, Assessment, Diagnosis, and Referral Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Explores the DSM diagnostic criteria for addictions, the different screening and assessments available for addictions and referral for other services. Use of a systematic biopsychosocial assessment and placement within the continuum of care will also be explored. Further dual diagnosis and its implications will be covered.
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COUN 2301 - Treatment Planning for Relapse Prevention Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Explores the different models and methods of individualized treatment planning and relapse prevention including interdisciplinary medication-assisted treatment, readiness for treatment, and ethical guidelines for treatment. The course will focus on involving the client in the assessment of current issues and the use of data-driven methods for measuring treatment outcomes. Content will also include methods to involve family when possible and build sober-support networks such as Alcoholics and Narcotics Anonymous.
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COUN 2302 - Addictions Counseling Theories Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Study of commonly used theoretical approaches to conceptualization and treatment of addictions.
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COUN 2303 - Addictions Intervention and Prevention Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Investigates addiction professional’s role in prevention and intervention including strategies and interdisciplinary approaches available to impede the illegal use of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs and to foster safe, healthy, and drug-free environments.
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COUN 2305 - Group Process for Addictions Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Explores group counseling skills and techniques including stages of group development and ethical issues specific to group process.
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COUN 2306 - Counseling Skills for Addictions Professionals Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Course develops counseling micro-skills necessary to establish an effective therapeutic relationship with clients to reduce negative effects of substance use.
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COUN 2307 - Family Dynamics Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Explores the family as a dynamic system, focusing on the effects of addiction on family roles, rules and behavior patterns across generations using various family theories. Content will also focus on the role of family, social networks and community systems as a support system for the person with addiction and supports for family members such as codependent and Alateen support groups.
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COUN 3301 - Developmental Counseling Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Provides an in-depth look at the science of human development and how it applies to the field of counseling. Using counseling applications, case studies and journal questions, the course introduces developmental theories and research within the context of clinical practice.
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COUN 3306 - Career Counseling Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Students will learn the basics of helping individuals involved in addiction recovery make career decisions, choices and advocate for necessary mental health support on the job as well as explore the implications of legal action on various occupational choices.
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COUN 3307 - Wellness and Professional Practice Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Explores models and principles of stress management and wellness, focused on self-awareness of personal, professional and cultural variables.
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COUN 3312 - Socio-Cultural and Political Advocacy in Addictions Counseling Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Examines current social, political, economic and cultural context of addiction, including risk and resiliency factors for individuals, groups and their environment. Content will also include importance and method for developing and maintaining relationships with civic groups, agencies, other professionals, governmental entities and the community for resources, referrals and advocacy.
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COUN 3313 - Addictions and Personal Nutrition Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Introduces counseling students to nutritional information as it relates to personal health and nutrition, and commonly held misconceptions.
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COUN 4301 - Documentation, Ethics and the Law for Addictions Counselors Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Explore the Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) rules in Texas and the NAADAC code of ethics for best practices. Content will also include billing/payment for services, insurance coverage and current barriers to addiction services while striving to have parity with MH coverage.
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COUN 4304 - Adolescents and Addictions Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Examines therapeutic approaches and techniques for counseling adolescents with addictions. Course will also focus on the other stakeholders, such as parents and educational institution personnel that play a significant role in adolescent lives.
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COUN 4305 - Addictions and Specific Adult Populations Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Explores the best practices for addictions treatment with diverse populations focusing specifically on populations such as veterans, LGBTQ individuals, incarcerated individuals and those with HIV, AIDS, and other sexually transmitted diseases.
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COUN 4306 - Suicide and Violence Assessment, Prevention, and Treatment Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Explores suicide and violence assessment, prevention strategies and treatment protocols related to underlying substance use disorder. The course will also address use of setting specific policies and procedures for handling crisis and dangerous situations for the safety of professional and clients.
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COUN 4307 - Consultation and Supervision for Addictions Professionals Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Explores models and techniques of consultation and supervision. The course will address the importance of ongoing supervision and continuing education.
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COUN 4308 - Process Addictions Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Explores different types of process addictions, assessment and available treatment options.
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COUN 4309 - Addictions Practicum Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Fee Type: Practicum
Fee ($): 72
A 300-hour supervised practicum at a Clinical Training Institution (CTI) under the supervision of a LCDC or Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC).
Prerequisites: Admission to the Program and COUN 3303, COUN 3304, COUN 4301 , COUN 4302, COUN 4306 .
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COUN 4310 - Learning Theories for Addiction Counselors Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
A study of major theories of learning, motivation and cognition as they apply to addictions counseling.
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COUN 4389 - Independent Study Course Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Course offered under special circumstances to students in the B.S. in Addictions program.
Prerequisites: Admission to the B.S. in Addictions program; Approval of instructor, chair, and Associate Dean.
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COUN 4391 - Special Topics Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Identified by specific title each time course is offered.
Prerequisites: Admission to the B.S. in Addictions program or instructor permission.
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Criminal Justice and Criminology |
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CRIM 1301 - Introduction to Criminal Justice Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
TCCN: CRIJ 1301
Core Category: Social Behavioral Science
History, philosophy and ethical considerations of criminal justice; the nature and impact of crime; and an overview of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement and court procedures.
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CRIM 3300 - Gender and Crime Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Examines gender, gender roles, and how gender impacts criminal behavior in four major components: offending, victimization, criminal processing and working in the criminal justice system.
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CRIM 3312 - Criminology Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Theories of causation; patterns and social response.
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CRIM 3314 - Terrorism and Homeland Security Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Examines the history of terrorism and its manifestations in the contemporary world. Terrorism in the U.S. and various components of homeland security are discussed.
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CRIM 3330 - Ethics in Criminal Justice Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Examination of ethical issues in the criminal justice field, including police deviance, judicial misconduct, control of inmates in correctional settings and field research dilemmas.
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CRIM 3333 - Victimology Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Provides a historical overview of the study of victimization in addition to existing theories, specific types of victimization and criminal justice/social service responses to crime victimization.
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CRIM 4306 - Service Learning Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Service Learning is designed for students to take an active part in organized experiences that meet actual community needs, combined with academic instruction, focusing on critical, reflective thinking and personal and civic responsibility. This course will involve students in activities that address community-identified needs with service-integrating academic skills.
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CRIM 4313 - Juvenile Delinquency Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Individual and community aspects of juvenile delinquency; theories of causes and modes of control.
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CRIM 4330 - Criminal Investigation Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Review of methods and techniques used by investigators to reconstruct a crime in order to arrest the criminal offender.
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CRIM 4331 - Corrections Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Correctional institutions in the United States; analysis of their changing roles and functions.
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CRIM 4333 - Probation and Parole Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Exploration of alternatives to incarceration, emphasizing the major community-based activities of probation and parole. Includes discussion of intermediate punishments, restitution programs, house arrest and electronic monitoring of offenders.
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CRIM 4334 - Criminal Law Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Survey of structure and philosophy of criminal law; topics include criminal liability, criminal defenses and types of offenses.
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CRIM 4335 - Race and Justice Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Analysis of crime rates in the United States and the involvement of racial groups through theoretical exploration and practices in and out of the justice system.
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CRIM 4338 - Policing and Society Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Critical analysis of the role and function of American law enforcement, including historical development and evolution, contemporary police organizations, individual officers and relationship between police and community. Leverage of objectives of police: law enforcement, service, order, maintenance and crime prevention.
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CRIM 4339 - Youth, Law, and Society Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Examination of youth culture and policing and the interaction of the two.
Prerequisites: Completion of CRIM 1301 , CRIM 4313 , and CRIM 4338 .
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CRIM 4384 - Statistics Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 1
Fee Type: Special
Fee ($): 30
Introductory course in statistics in criminology. Topics include both basic descriptive and inferential statistics.
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CRIM 4385 - Research Methods Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
An introductory course in research methods in criminology. Topics include theory and measurement, designing and conducting research and data collection and analysis.
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CRIM 4389 - Independent Study in Criminology Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 0 Lab: 0
Permission of instructor required.
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CRIM 4390 - Contemporary Issues in Criminology Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Course assesses students’ skills in theory, research and subject content. Explores the many opportunities provided by a degree in Criminology.
Prerequisites: Completion of at least 80 credits and at least four courses in Criminology.
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CRIM 4391 - Selected Topics in Criminology Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Identified by specific title each time course is offered. Topics vary;
may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor.
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CRIM 5338 - Criminal Law Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Study of structure and rationale for criminal law; focus on criminal liability, criminal defenses and types of offenses. (Cross-listed with CRIM 4334 , SOCI 4334 , and SOCI 5338.).
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Decision Sciences |
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DSCI 3321 - Statistics I Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Introduction to probability and statistics; descriptive measures, probability distribution, sample statistics, estimation, confidence intervals, tests of hypotheses, chi-square, F-distribution, linear regression and correlation.
Prerequisites: Finite Math (MATH 1324 )
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DSCI 3322 - Statistics II Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Statistical inference, decision-making, prediction, sample design, significance tests, experimental design, non-parametric methods, decision theory, multiple regression and correlation, time series and index numbers.
Prerequisites: DSCI 3321 or equivalent.
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DSCI 3331 - Quantitative Methods for Management Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Introduction to quantitative techniques for management; probability, inventory and production models, linear programming, queuing, replacement models, Markov analysis and network models. Previously taught as DSCI 3131; credit may not be received for both courses.
Prerequisites: DSCI 3321 or equivalent.
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DSCI 4351 - Forecasting Systems Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Techniques for forecasting; time series, statistical methods and analysis of error.
Prerequisites: DSCI 3321 or equivalent.
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DSCI 4389 - Independent Studies in Decision Sciences Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Independent directed study in Decision Sciences.
Prerequisites: Approval of instructor, faculty chair and associate dean required.
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DSCI 4391 - Selected Topics in Decision Sciences Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Identified by specific title each time course is offered.
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Early Childhood Education |
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ECED 1303 - Children and Families Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
TCCN: TECA 1303
Social contexts in which a child develops, the relationships of individuals in these social contexts and the interaction within and between cross-cultural contexts. This course requires some visits to off-campus locations.
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ECED 1311 - Historical and Recent Trends in Early Childhood Education Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
TCCN: TECA 1311
Historical, societal, political and economic factors that influence progressive early childhood programs and child services.
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ECED 1318 - Nutrition, Health and Safety Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
TCCN: TECA 1318
Study of nutrition, health, safety and related activities, including skills development in the management of issues, guidelines and practices in nutrition, community health, hygiene and safety. Integration of these principles applies to a variety of early childhood settings. This course requires some visits to off-campus locations.
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ECED 1354 - Developmental Theories of Young Children Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
TCCN: TECA 1354
Focus on historic and current theories of children’s learning and development.
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ECED 4100 - EC-3 Teacher Seminar Credit Hours: 1 Lecture: 1 Lab: 0
This course is designed to assist EC-3 candidates seeking Early Childhood certification (PreKindergarten-Grade 3) to understand the state and federal rules and standards for early childhood education. Completion of the course is dependent upon candidates meeting syllabus requirements.
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ECED 4302 - Integrated Curriculum for Young Children Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Fee Type: Special
Fee ($): 30
Focus on the relationship among the content areas, skills, concepts and practices that support learning in young children. Integration of national and state standards into curriculum planning is featured. Field experiences required.
Prerequisites: ECED 1354 and TCED 4303 .
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ECED 4303 - Child Guidance and Classroom Management for Young Children Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Theories and strategies for guiding the behavior of young children (birth to age 8) inside and outside the classroom environment. Focus will be on effective strategies for behavior management, including the role of problem solving, the classroom community and family involvement. Field experiences required.
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ECED 4304 - Facilitating Children’s Development through Fine Arts, Health, and Physical Education Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
This course explores the theory, content and practice of integrating the fine arts, health, and physical education into the curriculum design and learning environments. Emphasis is placed on the healthy development of children through creative play, visual art, music, movement, and dramatics.
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ECED 4305 - Language Development Birth-Age 5 Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Fee Type: Special
Fee ($): 20
This course will cover language and literacy development for children birth through age 5, including the beginning stages of reading and writing development, oral language development, parent involvement in literacy learning and appropriate curriculum for young children’s literacy development. Field experience required.
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ECED 4306 - Assessment of Young Children Birth-Age 5 Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
This course will cover formal and informal assessment strategies appropriate for children birth through age 5. Assessment for children’s cognitive, social, physical and motor development for curriculum planning will be addressed as well as identifying children with developmental needs. This course requires students to identify and work with an individual child.
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ECED 4307 - Mathematics and Science in Early Childhood Education Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Fee Type: Special
Fee ($): 20
This course will explore principles, methods and materials for integrating and applying appropriate mathematics and science education into early childhood curriculum. Field experience required.
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ECED 4308 - Creativity in Early Childhood Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Fee Type: Special
Fee ($): 20
This course explores the theory, content and practice of integrating the performing arts into the curriculum design and early learning environments. Emphasis is placed on aesthetic development of young children through play, visual art, music, movement and creative dramatics.
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ECED 4309 - Advocacy and Parent Engagement Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
This course focuses on the historical and current role of advocacy in Early Childhood Education, the development of advocacy skills, as well as collaboration with stakeholders such as parents, schools, communities and federal, state and local government leaders. Strategies for developing successful parent, school and community involvement programs will be analyzed. Field experience will be required.
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ECED 4311 - Reading Development in Young Children Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Fee Type: Special
Fee ($): 30
Focus on early language and literacy development of young children. Oral language development, beginning reading and writing strategies and family literacy are featured. Field experiences required.
Prerequisites: LLLS 4311 and LLLS 4345 or ECED 4305 .
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ECED 4314 - Observational/Developmental Assessment of Young Children Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Fee Type: Special
Fee ($): 30
Evaluation and uses of developmental and cognitive assessment instruments and their theoretical bases will be explored. Students will develop informal assessments of the intellectual, language, social, physical and motor development of young children. This course requires students to identify and work with an individual child (pre-K - 3rd grade).
Prerequisites: ECED 1354 and either TCED 4303 or ECED 4303 .
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ECED 4318 - Nutrition, Health and Physical Education EC-3 Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 0 Lab: 0
This course is designed to assist EC-3 candidates seeking Early Childhood (PreKindergarten-Grade 3) certification with the study of nutrition, health and physical education-related activities. Includes skills development in applying knowledge of developmentally appropriate, research and evidence-based assessment and instructional practices to promote students’ development of grade-level skills. Integration of these principles applies to a variety of early childhood settings.
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ECED 4320 - Play in Early Childhood Curriculum Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Fee Type: Special
Fee ($): 20
Focus on philosophy, research and applications of modern play and environments for play. Influences of play on child development, cognition, culture and overall health. The role of play in the early childhood curriculum will be emphasized. Field experiences required.
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ECED 4321 - Advanced Topics: Infants and Toddlers Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Overview of human development from prenatal stages through the first two years of life. Emphasis is placed on the interrelationship of cognitive, physical, social and emotional development in a variety of contexts and cultures. Appropriate curriculum and environment for infants and toddlers will be emphasized. Field experiences required.
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ECED 4322 - Cultural Awareness for Young Children Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Focus on impact of diversity on development of young children. The influence of culture and social class on children’s socialization and cognition will be discussed. Research and theories to support the development of minority children will be emphasized.
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ECED 4323 - Advanced Topics: Preschool Curriculum Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Overview of integrated curriculum for children ages 3 to 5, including appropriate content, methodology, environment, materials and resources. This course requires some visits to off-campus locations.
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ECED 4324 - Early Childhood Leadership, Program Development, and Management Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
This course will introduce leadership skills necessary to manage and strengthen early care and education program. The course will also cover skills to go beyond individual programs to leadership in communities and in the field. The focus will be on collaboration, interconnections, relationships and program quality. Overarching themes include the importance of excellence and diversity in early childhood programs and the role of vision and reflective practice in reaching these goals. This course requires some visits to off-campus locations.
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ECED 4325 - Early Childhood Program Development and Management I - Leadership Strategies and Staff Development Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Fee Type: Special
Fee ($): 660
This course will introduce a model of facilitative leadership as a way to empower staff to support shared decision-making. Students will identify effective employment practices that will help them find and keep the right people for available jobs in their organizations. The course will also introduce a comprehensive model for supervising staff and promoting their ongoing professional development based on recognizing and appreciating individual differences. This course is part of the Early Childhood Leadership Certificate. Only students pursuing this certificate may enroll in this course. This course has an additional course fee that will be applied towards the National Director’s Credential.
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ECED 4326 - Effective and Positive Classroom Interactions for Young Children Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
This course is designed to improve practitioner’s knowledge and skills regarding specific types of adult-child interactions that can have a positive impact on young children’s development. Using state and nationally recognized criteria for high-quality interactions, this course will provide strategies that align with those criteria and that will prepare professionals to engage in positive and effective interactions with young children, up to grade 3. This course requires some students to identify and work with an individual child (birth - age 8).
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ECED 4327 - Early Childhood Program Development and Management II - Managing Center Operations and Finance Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Fee Type: Special
Fee ($): 660
This course will introduce the components of effective management including: systems and the importance of systems thinking; stakeholder analysis and management; the strategic planning process; how policies, procedures, and systems are interconnected; and tools for taking charge of program operations. Students will learn to manage a fiscally responsible early childhood business and be introduced to effective budgeting and accounting. Students will develop the skills needed to promote a positive public image and create environments that welcome and support the learning of children and adults. This course is part of the Early Childhood Leadership Certificate. Only students pursuing this certificate may enroll in this course. This course has an additional course fee that will be applied towards the National Director’s Credential.
Prerequisites: ECED 4325 .
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ECED 4328 - Early Childhood Curriculum and Pedagogy Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Overview of the principles involved in planning, implementing, and evaluating developmentally appropriate curriculum for young children in Pre-Kindergarten through third-grade classrooms. This course emphasizes an integrated approach to early childhood curriculum and pedagogy with a focus on methods, materials and environments as they relate to national and state early learning standards. The course will include the integration of early childhood pedagogy, research and content area knowledge to thematic and inquiry curriculum design. Field experiences required.
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ECED 4329 - Early Childhood Program Development and Management III - Implementing and Evaluating the Program Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Fee Type: Special
Fee ($): 660
In this course, students will learn to support young children’s development and learning by understanding the interactive environment, the advantages of different groupings and staffing patterns and continuity of care. Students will learn how to implement a developmentally appropriate early childhood curriculum and the importance of observation and child assessment in achieving program goals. The students will explore the early childhood administrator’s role in creating family partnerships, promoting an appreciation of diversity, nurturing open communication, the importance of program evaluation and how to implement continuous quality improvement. This course is part of the Early Childhood Leadership Certificate. Only students pursuing this certificate may enroll in this course. This course has an additional course fee that will be applied towards the National Director’s Credential.
Prerequisites: ECED 4325 and ECED 4327 .
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ECED 4332 - Teaching Young Children with Special Needs Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Fee Type: Special
Fee ($): 20
This course integrates theory, law, research, and current evidence-based practices associated with serving young children (birth through age 8), who present a wide range of special needs, and their families. Emphasis includes the assessment process, eligibility of services, program design and an eclectic blend of approaches and strategies that can be utilized to meet individual child needs within the context of inclusive, natural environments. Field experiences required.
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ECED 4333 - Advanced Studies in Young Children with Special Needs Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Fee Type: Special
Fee ($): 20
This course will extend key topics in early childhood special education and early intervention presented in the ECED 4332 course, specifically the strategies and techniques used by practitioners across a variety of settings serving children from birth to age 8. Focus of course aims to enhance the critical analysis of issues while broadening pedagogy knowledge and decision-making skills. Field experiences required.
Prerequisites: ECED 4332 .
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ECED 4341 - The Science of Teaching Reading for EC-3 Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
This course is designed to assist EC-3 candidates seeking Early Childhood (Pre-Kindergarten-Grade 3) certification to address the discipline that considers the theory and practice of teaching early reading development and reading pedagogy, including proper teaching techniques, strategies, teacher actions and teacher judgments, as well as applying knowledge of developmentally appropriate assessment and instructional practices to meet the needs of all learners. Field experiences required.
Prerequisites: ECED 4305 and ECED 4311
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ECED 4342 - Social Studies Methods for EC-3 Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Curriculum planning, instructional activities and assessment techniques for developing social studies knowledge, citizenship and critical thinking skills; emphasis on sound practice and research-based strategies for teaching social studies for EC-3 students. Field experiences required.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Teacher Education Program and successful completion of ECED 4303 and ECED 4328
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ECED 4343 - Science Methods for EC-3 Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Development of science concepts in EC-3 instruction. An emphasis on curriculum materials and the process approach as a science teaching method. Field experiences required.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Teacher Education Program and successful completion of ECED 4303 and ECED 4328
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ECED 4344 - Mathematics Methods for EC-3 Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Methods of developing students’ understanding of mathematics; emphasis on problem solving with manipulative and curriculum materials appropriate for use with PreK-3 students. Field experiences required.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Teacher Education Program and successful completion of ECED 4303 , ECED 4307 , and ECED 4328 .
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ECED 4377 - Practicum Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Fee Type: Practicum
Fee ($): 72
Supervised field experience in an approved early childhood educational setting. Permission of instructor required.
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ECED 4378 - Pre-Service Internship I Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Field experiences required in a public school setting. ECED 4100 must be taken prior to consideration for Internship I (ECED 4378).
Prerequisites: Approval of associate dean and completion of WRIT 3304 with a grade of C+ or better.
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ECED 4389 - Independent Study in Early Childhood Education Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Prerequisites: Approval of instructor and associate dean.
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ECED 4391 - Selected Topics in Early Childhood Education Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
Identified by title each time course is offered.
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ECED 4978 - Pre-Service Internship II/Clinical Teaching Credit Hours: 9 Lecture: 9 Lab: 0
Internship II/Clinical teaching will provide interns with experiences that will assist in the development and application of knowledge, skills and dispositions to continue their growth and development as new teachers. Intern ll students will participate in ALL aspects of the professional role of teachers, including, but not limited to professional committees and meetings, monitoring duty (cafeteria, bus lines, etc.), parent and student conferencing and extracurricular activities with prior approval of the district supervisor, as well as other assigned professional duties. During the Internship II/ Clinical teaching semester, the interns/clinical teachers will adhere to the instructional day of the PDS site Monday through Friday.
Prerequisites: ECED 4378 and approval of the associate dean.
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ECON 2301 - Principles of Macroeconomics Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
TCCN: ECON 2301
Core Category: Social Behavioral Science
An analysis of the economy as a whole, including measurement and determination of aggregate demand and aggregate supply, national income, inflation and unemployment. Other topics include international trade, economic growth, business cycles, fiscal policy and monetary policy.
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ECON 2302 - Principles of Microeconomics Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
TCCN: ECON 2302
Core Category: Social Behavioral Science
Analysis of the behavior of individual economic agents, including consumer behavior and demand, producer behavior and supply, price and output decisions by firms under various market structures, factor markets, market failures and international trade.
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