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MHA 6000 - Health Systems & the Healthcare Economy Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [1st Blk]
In-depth analysis and synthesis of all aspects of the health care delivery system emphasizing improvement of health care delivery and access. Examines the complex organizational dynamics and structures that predicate the interaction among major components of the U. S. health care system, including service provider settings in which care is provided. The course surveys the funding systems and regulatory structures for financing healthcare delivery and resource management in health services organizations. Current reform debates will be challenged.
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MHA 6100 - Leading & Managing People in Health Care Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [1st Blk]
The course content emphasizes visionary leadership and management of diverse healthcare professionals in complex organizational structures. Individual leadership talents in handling various organizational challenges, such as leading organization change, building strong culture, developing effective teams, resolving conflicts, implementing effective motivational systems, and nurturing a learning organization are investigated.
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MHA 6140 - Long-term Care Administration Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [2nd Blk]
Spring [1st Blk]
Seminar analysis of effect of chronic conditions and aging on delivery of health services, nursing homes and alternatives, mental health facilities and agencies, and rehabilitation facilities and services. Field trips and individual research projects.
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MHA 6160 - Medical Group Management Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [2nd Blk]
Theory and principles of practice management. Emphasis on the fundamentals of organizing, staffing, and controlling a physician practice. Financial applications and resource consumption.
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MHA 6180 - Health Care Entrepreneurship Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Summer [2nd Blk]
Develops an understanding of entrepreneurship, its importance for a health care organization and the health economy, and the challenges associated with promoting entrepreneurship within healthcare organizations.
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MHA 6200 - Population Health and Data Analytics Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [2nd Blk]
The course addresses the integration of population health into strategic planning and managerial decision-making in health services organizations. Epidemiological principles, social determinates of health, and the improvement of health of the entire population from clinical and managerial perspectives are addressed. This course teaches the necessary fundamentals of data analytics and engages students in the process of analyzing data related to population health topics. Course work includes environmental analysis of community health, and health behaviors and lifestyle that impact demand on health care delivery systems. The student will evaluate models for integration of health services, preventive programs, demand management, and policy issues affecting continuity of care. Prerequisite: MHA 6000 (may be taken concurrently)or Instructor Approval.
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MHA 6240 - Human Resources Management in Healthcare Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [2nd Blk]
Human resources management in healthcare organizations including recruitment and selection of employees, benefits and compensation management, privileging and credentialing of health professionals, performance evaluation, staffing plans, labor relations and labor law relevant to health care organizations.
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MHA 6249 - Accounting and Finance Principles for Healthcare Managers Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [1st Blk]
The first course in a two-course sequence addressing the accounting and finance knowledge and skills required of successful healthcare managers. It emphasizes the understanding of accounting and finance functions, use and interpretation of documents, reports, and statements, and the ability to work with the accounting and finance professionals in one’s organization. Prerequisite/Co-requisite: MHA 6000 .
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MHA 6250 - Health Care Finance Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [2nd Blk; Full Sem Online]
Application of financial management techniques to decision making for health care providers. Financial management functions and organizations, financial statement analysis, working capital management, present value analysis, capital budgeting, cost of capital, variance analysis, financing techniques, and financial analysis case studies. Prerequisite: MHA 6000 and MHA 6249 (6249 may be taken concurrently).
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MHA 6300 - Quality Improvement and Risk Management in Health Services Organizations Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [1st Blk]
A study of the effects of sophisticated quality and health outcome measures as used by individuals, employers and insurers to compare the results of various providers. The course will cover the forces of external customers and in addition to internal pressures to justify costs, provide continuous quality improvement, risk management, and changes within a complex health care system. Course content will include systems behavior and relationships, creating a culture of safety, using measurement to improve quality, fostering teamwork, and understanding the role of risk management in quality improvement. Prerequisite: MHA 6000 or Instructor Approval.
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MHA 6320 - Health Policy and Economics Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [2nd Blk]
Economic analysis applied to health services sector; concept of efficiency applied to production and distribution of health services, health insurance, government programs, health care personnel, and health services organizations; current public policy issues; emphasis on student application of economic principles to health care issues.
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MHA 6350 - Decision Making for Health Care Leaders Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [1st Blk]
The exploration and application of both quantitative and qualitative data analysis in healthcare organizations. How top level healthcare leaders use the myriad data that comes across their desks to work toward, and to achieve, their organization’s mission.
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MHA 6360 - Comparative International Health Systems Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [2nd Blk]
Analysis of key attributes of health care policy in selected countries and comparisons with the US health care system. This course includes an international field trip and appropriate travel expenses will be required of the students. Please check with the course instructor for more details.
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MHA 6370 - Executive Leadership Seminars in Healthcare Credits: (3)
Via a series of in-depth seminars, dialogues, interactions, and/or lectures with top level clinical leaders and healthcare executives, this course will explore complex and timely healthcare topics and issues of the day from the perspective of successful leaders in the healthcare industry, exploring and analyzing their implementation and application of management and leadership theory and practice as put into effect in a variety of healthcare settings and facilities.
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MHA 6400 - Strategic Health Planning and Marketing Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [2nd Blk]
Various planning approaches, styles and theories are considered from a corporate decision-making perspective within the unique governance structures of health service organizations. Issues covered include strategic planning and resource allocation within integrated health systems. Environmental analysis explores national health care delivery policy, unique financing structures such as third party payment systems, and open vs. regulated markets and development of comprehensive marketing plans. Prerequisite: MHA 6100 and MHA 6200 .
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MHA 6440 - Health Ethics and Law Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [1st Blk]
Selected legal principles and their application to health field. Legal aspects of corporate liability, medical malpractice, admission and discharge processes, medical staff bylaws, informed consent, nursing, patients’ rights, medical records, and governmental regulation of personnel and health facilities.
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MHA 6450 - Health Informatics Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [2nd Blk]
This course addresses the concepts and application of health informatics. Topics addressed in the course include: interoperability, IT standards, privacy and security of health information, cybersecurity, strategic planning for IT, and emerging trends in health informatics. Emphasis is placed on the use of data analytics to support management decision making.
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MHA 6500 - Field Work Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
This course provides a capstone experience where the student synthesizes theory learned the classroom and applies it real world problem solving in health care organizations. Designed to integrate the knowledge gained in other graduate courses into an applied management project. The project will have enterprisewide applicability to a health services organization. The Student will develop and present a deliverable product that could be implemented by management to improve their organizational performance, specifically with analysis and recommendations for policy and strategic improvements. Prerequisite: MHA 6000 , MHA 6200 , MHA 6300 , MHA 6400 .
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MHA 6830 - Directed Study Credits: (1-3)
Directed individual study and research on special topics related to health care. May be repeated for a cumulative total of three credits. Prerequisite: Approval of MHA program and instructor.
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MHA 6840 - Case Study Analysis Credits: 3
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem, 2nd Blk, 1st Blk]
Analysis, Preparation, and Presentation at a national Case Study Competition. Students synthesize theory and apply it to the explicit healthcare circumstance outlined in the case. Case studies require the demonstration and integration of knowledge, skills, and competencies from prior graduate courses and the application of them to a specific case situation. Students will travel and present their case analysis at a national case competition. Prerequisite: MHA 6000, and permission of instructor.
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MHA 6850 - MHA Study Abroad Credits: 3
Typically taught:
Summer [Full Sem]
Healthcare has become a global phenomenon. Travel to other countries to see firsthand how their health industries are planned and organized, how care is delivered, and to interact with health leaders, providers, and patients from other countries provides an inarguably rich experience for healthcare leaders. In addition, the study abroad experience requires both sound knowledge of the health industry being observed and scholarly reflection on its effectiveness, efficiency, and success in addressing and meeting that country’s healthcare needs. Prerequisite:
MHA 6000 and permission of instructor.
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MICR 1113 LS - Introductory Microbiology Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Full Sem Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Full Sem Online]
Summer [Full Sem, Full Sem Online, 1st Blk Online, 2nd Blk Online]
An overview of how microorganisms are used as model systems to study biology, genetics, metabolism, and ecology; how microorganisms play an integral role in disease and how microbial and immunological methods are used to treat and prevent disease; why microorganisms are found inhabiting a wide range of ecological habitats; how microorganisms play a vital role in biotechnology, fermentation, medicine, and other industries important to human well-being; and how microorganisms play an indispensable role in element cycles, biodegradation, and other aspects of the environment. This course is intended for all students who are not Microbiology majors. This course consists of 3 one-hour lectures/demonstrations per week.
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MICR 1153 LS - Elementary Public Health Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Full Sem Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Full Sem Online]
Summer [Full Sem, Full Sem Online, 1st Blk Online, 2nd Blk Online]
In this course students learn and discuss the principles and practices of public health. The emphases is on the prevention and control of communicable diseases, chronic conditions, and environmental health issues. Epidemiology is introduced using historical and current examples. This course consists of 3 one-hour lectures/demonstrations per week.
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MICR 1370 LS - Principles of Life Science Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
A survey course for elementary education majors. Course content includes cells, cell chemistry, genetics, plant and animal anatomy, plant and animal classification, physiology, immune systems, evolution, and ecology. Unifying concepts of all living things will be emphasized. This course consists of 2 hours of lecture and 1 three-hour laboratory per week. Cross-listed with BTNY 1370 and ZOOL 1370 .
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MICR 2054 LS - Principles of Microbiology Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [1st Blk]
Comprehensive introduction to the microbial world, including cell structure and function, metabolism, genetics, ecology, and interactions with humans and other organisms. Discussions include current research topics and applications of microbiology. Laboratory experience focuses on the microscopy, cultivation, control, and identification of microorganisms. This course is designed for science majors, pre-professional students, and Biology Composite Teaching majors. However, anyone meeting the pre- or co-requisites may take this course. This course consists of 3 one-hour lectures and 1 two-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: CHEM 1110 or CHEM 1200 or equivalent. Co-Requisite: Completed or concurrent registration in CHEM 1210 is highly recommended.
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MICR 2600 - Laboratory Safety Credits: (1)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
An interdisciplinary, team-taught course that will be an overview of the major chemical, biological and physical safety issues related to science laboratories and field work. Class will meet once per week and will be taught in a lecture/demonstration format. Cross-listed with BTNY, CHEM, GEO, and PHYS.
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MICR 2890 - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (1-5)
Typically taught:
Offered as needed
Open to all students in the Microbiology Department who meet the minimum Cooperative Work Experience requirements of the department. Provides academic credit for on-the-job experience. Grade and amount of credit will be determined by the department. Co-Requisite: MICR 2054 .
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MICR 2920 - Short Courses, Workshop, Institutes and Special Programs Credits: (1-3)
Typically taught:
Offered as needed
Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. May be repeated up to 10 times for credit.
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MICR 3012 - Microbiology and Global Public Health Credits: (2)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
This course focuses on microbial diseases that are major causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide (e.g. HIV, tuberculosis, malaria, influenza, etc.), diseases that are classified as emerging diseases (e.g. Ebola) and diseases that are being eliminated or eradicated, including certain Neglected Tropical Diseases. This course will analyze the pathogenesis, life cycles, epidemiology and societal impacts of these diseases, while emphasizing preventative interventions such as vaccinations, water and sewage treatment, and elimination and eradication strategies. The role of various agencies (e.g. WHO and CDC) in improving global health will also be discussed. This course consists of 1 two-hour lecture per week. Prerequisite: MICR 1113 or MICR 1153 or MICR 2054 or ZOOL 1110 or permission of the instructor.
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MICR 3053 - Microbiological Procedures Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course is designed to increase proficiency with basic laboratory skills in microscopy, staining methods, preparation of media, aseptic technique, preservation and maintenance of cultures, culture identification, and enumeration methods while developing practical and professional skills in data analysis, presentation, and instrumentation. This course consists of 2 one-hour lectures and 1 two-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisites: MICR 2054 , CHEM 1210 , and MATH 1050 or MATH 1080 or MATH 1210 .
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MICR 3154 - Microbial Ecology Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Microbial Ecology is the study of microorganisms in their natural habitats and their interactions with other living organisms. Topics explored in this course include the evolution of life on Earth, the diversity of microorganisms, microbial biogeography, symbiotic microbial interactions, and biogeochemical cycles. Current and historical research in microbial ecology is emphasized throughout the course. The laboratory experiments may involve isolating, identifying, and studying novel microorganisms from unique environments, studying environmental microbiomes, finding novel antibiotic producing organisms, and modeling biogeochemical cycles. Experimental techniques used in the laboratory involve advanced methods of cultivation, molecular identification techniques, and chemical assays. This course consists of 3 one-hour lectures and 1 three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisites: MICR 2054 and CHEM 1210 .
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MICR 3203 - The Immune System in Health & Disease Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem Online, Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem Online]
Summer [Full Sem Online]
This course will focus on the study of the human immune system and its role in health and disease. The course topics include the innate and adaptive immune responses and their role in host defense as well as immunodeficiency and hypersensitivity responses. Manipulation of the immune system through pharmacological means, vaccination or transplantation will also be studied. This course is intended for the student studying Medical Lab Sciences or someone who wants to know more about the human immune system and who has already taken a course in Microbiology. The course is not intended as a first course in biology and it cannot be used as a Microbiology elective course for Microbiology majors. This course is only offered online with the exception of Fall Semester which also offers a face-to-face option consisting of 3 one-hour lectures per week.
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MICR 3254 - Immunology Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
This course will focus on the study of the human immune system and its role in heath and disease. The course topics include the innate and adaptive immune responses and their role in host defense as well as immunodeficiency and hypersensitivity responses. Manipulation of the immune system through pharmacological means, vaccination or transplantation will also be studied. This course consists of 3 one-hour lectures and 1 three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: MICR 2054 or consent of instructor.
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MICR 3305 - Medical Microbiology Credits: (5)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Characteristics of clinically relevant pathogenic bacteria, fungi, and other microbes. From the point of view of the microbe, topics will include pathogenesis, virulence factors and toxins, mechanisms of immune evasion, and unique biological features. From the point of view of the human host, we will discuss epidemiology, disease symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and control. This course consists of 3 one-hour lectures and 2 two-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: MICR 2054 . MICR 3254 or MICR 3203 is strongly recommended.
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MICR 3340 - Information Resources in the Life Sciences Credits: (2)
Typically taught:
Not currently offered
A practical introduction to the literature and information resources of the life sciences. Students will expand their research skills and be able to develop effective research strategies to find and synthesize information available in academic libraries. Two lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: ENGL 2010 . Cross listed in Botany, Library Sciences and Zoology.
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MICR 3403 - Tropical Diseases Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Study of tropical diseases caused by viral, bacterial, protozoan, fungal, and helminthic agents, including their transmission, disease course, pathogenesis, treatment, prevention, and control using a multi-disciplinary approach integrating case studies, labs, epidemiology, immunopathology as well as microbiology. This course consists of 2 hours of lecture and 1 three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: MICR 2054 .
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MICR 3484 - Environmental Microbiology Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Applied environmental microbiology and biotechnology including transport of microorganisms through environment, microbial pathogens, and toxins in the environment. Biodeterioration, contamination control, and biosafety. Pollution microbiology, environmental management, bioremediation, waste treatment, biological insecticides. Microbiology of man-made environments. This course consists of 3 one-hour lectures and 1 three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisites: MICR 2054 and CHEM 1210 .
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MICR 3502 - Environmental Health Credits: (2)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Air and water quality, solid and hazardous waste management, food protection, environmental inspection, and testing. This course consists of 1 two-hour lecture per week. Prerequisite: MICR 1113 or MICR 2054 or consent of instructor.
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MICR 3570 - Foundations of Science Education Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
A thorough investigation of research in science learning and curricular standards at the state and national levels. Foundations of the philosophy of science and scientific inquiry as applicable to science teaching at the secondary level. This course serves as a foundation to a pre-service science teacher’s education coursework. Cross-listed with BTNY, CHEM, GEO, PHYS, and ZOOL.
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MICR 3603 - Advanced Microbiology for the Health Professions Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem Online]
Spring [Full Sem Online]
Summer [Full Sem Online]
Characteristics of microorganisms and parasites - emphasizing mechanisms by which they cause disease in humans. Intended for students in the Clinical Laboratory Sciences program and those working in that field. The course is not intended as a first course in biology and it cannot be used as a Microbiology elective course for Microbiology majors. This course is only offered online.
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MICR 3753 - Geomicrobiology Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Geomicrobiology is the study of the interactions between microorganisms and minerals. This course will explore the geological change mediated by microorganisms, microbial evolution driven by geologically diverse habitats, and applications of geomicrobiology, including understanding the evolution of life on earth, the study of life in extreme environments, and industrial application of geomicrobiology. The course includes classroom discussion, laboratories, and field trips. This course consists of 2 hours of lecture and 1 two-hour laboratory. Prerequisite: CHEM 1210 or approval of the instructor. Cross-listed with GEO 3753 .
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MICR 3853 - Food Microbiology Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Role of microorganisms in food production, preservation, spoilage, and food borne disease. This course consists of 2 one-hour lectures and 1 two-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisites: MICR 2054 and CHEM 1210 .
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MICR 4054 - Microbial Physiology Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Structure, function, and physiology of microorganisms, with emphasis upon the bacteria. The course highlights the amazing diversity in metabolism found among bacteria. This course consists of 3 one-hour lectures and 1 three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisites: MICR 2054 , CHEM 1220 and CHEM 2310 /CHEM 2315 series (lecture & lab). Co-Requisite: Completion of or concurrent registration in CHEM 3070 /CHEM 3075 series (lecture & lab) is recommended.
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MICR 4154 - Microbial Genetics Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
The genetics of microorganisms and its applications, including isolation and characterization of mutants, the biology and uses of plasmids, conjugation, transformation, the biology and uses of bacteriophages, transposition, recombinant DNA technology, gene regulation, and bioinformatics.This course consists of 3 one-hour lectures and 1 three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisites: MICR 2054 and CHEM 2310 /CHEM 2315 (lecture & lab). Co-Requisite: Completion or concurrent of CHEM 3070 /CHEM 3075 series (lecture & lab) is recommended.
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MICR 4252 - Cell Culture Credits: (2)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Introduction to core skills used in the biotechnology industry for culturing animal, insect, and plant cells in vitro. Skills include sterile technique, cell counts, and the culture, maintenance, and preservation of cell lines. Specialized experiences include transfections with foreign DNA, confocal microscopy, real-time PCR and viral infections. This course consists of 2 two-hour combined lecture and laboratory sessions per week. Prerequisites: MICR 2054 or BTNY 2104 and BTNY 2121 and CHEM 1220 . (cross-listed with Botany)
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MICR 4354 - Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Experimental design for application of microbial physiology and biochemical ecology as potential solutions to current world problems, as well as exposure to traditional topics in product development. This course consists of 3 one-hour lectures (presented in a laboratory) and 1 three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisites: MICR 2054 and CHEM 1220 . MICR 3053 is recommended.
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MICR 4554 - Virology Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
The study of viruses and virus-like agent structure, classification, genetics, replication, and other interaction with the host, with emphasis on bacteriophage and animal viruses. This course consists of 3 one-hour lectures and 1 three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisites: MICR 2054 and CHEM 1220 .
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MICR 4570 - Secondary School Science Teaching Methods Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Acquaintance and practice with various teaching and assessment methods. Development of science curricula including lesson and unit plans. It is recommended that this course be completed immediately before student teaching. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Cross-listed with BTNY, CHEM, GEO, PHYS, and ZOOL.
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MICR 4800 - Directed Research Credits: (1-2)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Independent research under the advisement of a faculty member. No more than 3 credit hours may count toward the major. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and a minimum of 6 credits of upper division microbiology course work. May be repeated up to 10 times for credit.
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MICR 4830 - Directed Readings Credits: (1-2)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Independent readings on advanced special topics under the direction of a faculty member. No more than 2 credit hours may count toward the major. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and a minimum of 6 credits of upper division microbiology course work. May be repeated up to 10 times for credit.
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MICR 4890 - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (1-5)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Open to all students in the Microbiology Department who meet the minimum Cooperative Work Experience requirements of the department. Provides academic credit for on-the-job experience. Grade and amount of credit will be determined by the department. Co-Requisite: MICR 2054 . May be repeated up to 10 times for credit.
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MICR 4920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs Credits: (1-3)
Typically taught:
Offered as needed
Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. May be repeated up to 10 times for credit.
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MICR 4991 - Microbiology Seminar Credits: (1)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Current topics in Microbiology. This course consists of 1 one-hour lecture per week. Prerequisites: MICR 2054 and MICR 3053 or MICR 3154 or MICR 4054 or MICR 4154 .
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MICR 5034G - Microbiology for Teachers Credits: (1-4)
Typically taught:
Offered as needed
Science content course for teachers in the MEd Science Emphasis Program. To register, select another departmental course and develop a contract detailing additional work required for graduate credit. Contract must be approved by instructor, department chair, and Director of the Master of Education Program. May be repeated twice with a maximum of 4 credit hours.
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MILS 1010 - Introduction to the Army and Critical Thinking Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Introduces cadets to the personal challenges and competencies critical for effective leadership. Cadets learn how the personal development of life skills such as critical thinking, time management, goal setting, stress management and comprehensive fitness relate to leadership and the Army profession. A three hour weekly leadership lab is included, as well as one weekend field training exercise during the semester. Participation in weekly physical fitness training is expected and should be taken as MILS 2400 .
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MILS 1020 - Introduction to Profession of Arms Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Introduces cadets to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for adaptive leadership. Cadets learn the basics of the communications process and the importance for leaders to develop the essential skills to effectively communicate in the Army. Students will examine the Army profession and what it means to be a professional in the U.S. Army. A three-hour weekly leadership lab is included as well as one weekend field training exercise during the semester. Participation in weekly physical fitness training is expected and should be taken as MILS 2400 .
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MILS 1110 - Basic Rifle Marksmanship Credits: (1)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Open to all Weber State University students. Introduction to safe use of a rifle and practical application of rifle marksmanship. Course includes weapons safety, mechanics, capabilities, and fundamentals of marksmanship. Includes visit to fire at indoor air rifle range. Materials and equipment furnished by Department of Military Science and Leadership (Army ROTC). May be repeated twice for up to two hours of credit.
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MILS 2010 - Innovative Team Leadership Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Builds on previous leadership instruction enhancing student skills in land navigation, small unit tactics, written and oral communication, event planning, group coordination and effectiveness and first aid. During this course, students develop basic skills for leading others in a tactical environment. A three-hour weekly leadership lab is included as well as one weekend field training exercise during the semester. Participation in weekly physical fitness training is expected and should be taken as MILS 2400 .
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MILS 2020 - Foundations of Tactical Leadership Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
This course focuses on leader effectiveness. Course content includes analysis of selected historical leaders and battles using the principles of war and other tenets. Student led discussions highlight lessons learned relative to leadership and organizational success. Oral communications skills are central to this course. A three-hour weekly leadership lab is included as well as one weekend field training exercise during the semester. Participation in weekly physical fitness training is expected and should be taken as MILS 2400 .
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MILS 2220 - Advanced Rifle Marksmanship Credits: (1)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Open to all Weber State University students. Course provides instruction on the fundamentals of Advanced Rifle Marksmanship. Class is conducted once a week with topics including: Air Rifle, Small Bore firing, and advanced practical exercises of different shooting positions. Prerequisite: MILS 1110 or permission of Instructor. May be repeated two times for credit for a total of two credit hours.
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MILS 2400 - Physical Readiness Credits: (1)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
A physical conditioning course that employs U.S. Army principles of fitness. Subjects include: body composition, nutrition, cardiorespiratory fitness, muscle endurance and strength, circuit training and drills. Students registered for MILS 1010 , MILS 1020 , MILS 2010 , or MILS 2020 are encouraged to enroll in this course to gain the full perspective of the physical demands required to be an Army officer. May be repeated 3 times with a maximum of 4 credit hours.
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MILS 2600 - Leadership Under Fire Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course will explore both functional and dysfunctional behavior in leadership roles. Using examples from military and civilian leadership, this course will teach leadership techniques essential for future managers and leaders that will be of great value to both civilian and military leaders. It will focus on ethical/moral, historical, and social influences and examine outlook, styles, skills, and behavior essential for providing successful leadership. This will culminate in a hands-on team-building exercise. No prerequisites. Students are NOT required to be enrolled in a ROTC course, nor to do so in the future.
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MILS 2830 - Directed Readings, Projects and Research Credits: (1-3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Independent reading/research on topic(s) of military interest under the supervision of a Military Science faculty member. Prerequisite: Requires instructor permission. May be repeated 2 times with a maximum of 3 credit hours.
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MILS 2921 - Cadet Initial Entry Training Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Summer [Full Sem]
A four-week leadership camp conducted at Fort Knox, Kentucky. Designed to introduce students to basic military skills and leadership requirements. Training includes rappelling, marksmanship, small unit tactics, physical fitness, leadership, and adventure training. Credit/no credit grade only. Prerequisite: Requires instructor permission.
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MILS 2922 - Northern Warfare Credits: (2)
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Summer [Full Sem]
A two week course conducted in Alaska. Provides training in cold weather survival and small unit tactics. Credit/no credit grade only. Prerequisite: include the completion of the basic course and instructor permission.
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MILS 2923 - Air Assault Credits: (2)
Typically taught:
Summer [Full Sem]
A two week course conducted at an Army installation in the continental U.S. Provides students training in helicopter operations to include sling loading and rappelling. Credit/ no credit grade only. Prerequisite: include successful completion of the basic course and instructor approval.
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MILS 3010 - Adaptive Team Leadership Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Develops leadership skills within the framework of the U.S. Army. This course focuses on theory and application of decision making, planning, organizing, management control and communications. The course also emphasizes small unit tactics and advanced land navigation skills; it includes a three-hour weekly leadership lab. Students must participate in up to three, one-hour physical fitness sessions per week, which may be taken as MILS 4400 , to satisfy requirements of the Military Science minor. One weekend field training exercise is required during the semester.
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MILS 3020 - Leadership in Changing Environments Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Focuses on theory and application of small unit tactics, leadership and land warfare. Subjects include preparing and issuing combat orders, organizing for combat, unit and individual movement techniques, communications and security. A three-hour weekly leadership lab is included. Students must participate in up to three, one-hour physical fitness sessions per week, which may be taken as MILS 4400 , to satisfy requirements of the Military Science minor. One weekend field training exercise is required during the semester.
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MILS 4010 - Mission Command and the Army Profession, Part 1 Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
This course focuses on the functions and roles of the commander/ leader and the staff. Subject matter includes problem solving, planning techniques and procedures, written and oral communications, training management and evaluation systems. A three-hour weekly leadership lab to enhance leadership skills and apply classroom instruction to hands on training and execution is included. Students must participate in up to three, one-hour physical fitness sessions per week, which should be taken as MILS 4400 , to satisfy requirements of the Military Science minor. One weekend field training exercise is required during the semester.
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MILS 4020 - Mission Command and the Army Profession, Part 2 Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
A conference course addressing future roles and responsibilities of junior Army officers. Subject matter includes the world environment and future threats to U.S. security, the spectrum of Army requirements, Army modernization initiatives, the laws of war, joint operations and other issues designed to complete the cadet-to-lieutenant process. A three-hour weekly leadership lab to enhance leadership skills and apply classroom instruction to hands-on training and execution is included. Students must participate in up to three, one-hour physical fitness sessions per week, which should be taken as MILS 4400 , to satisfy requirements of the Military Science minor. One weekend field training exercise is required during the semester.
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MILS 4400 - Advanced Physical Readiness Credits: (2)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course provides advanced instruction in physical fitness employing Army techniques and procedures. Students assist Military Science faculty in the planning/conduct of physical fitness training activities performed by lower division students. Prerequisite: Requires instructor permission. (Students must be enrolled in one of the following courses: MILS 3010 , MILS 3020 , MILS 4010 , or MILS 4020 .) May be repeated 3 times with a maximum of 8 credit hours.
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MILS 4830 - Directed Readings, Projects and Research Credits: (1-3)
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Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Independent reading/research on topics of military interest under the supervision of a Military Science faculty member. For each credit awarded the student will read approximately 1000 pages and prepare a written review or summary. Prerequisite: Requires instructor permission. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
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MILS 4921 - Cadet Leadership Course (CLC) Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Summer [Full Sem]
A five week leadership camp conducted at Fort Lewis, Washington. The Advanced Camp environment stresses small unit leadership under varying and challenging conditions. Credit/no credit grade only. Prerequisite: Requires instructor approval. Open only to students who have successfully completed basic course requirements, MILS 3010 and MILS 3020 .
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MILS 4922 - Airborne Operations Credits: (2)
Typically taught:
Summer [Full Sem]
A three week course conducted at Fort Benning, Georgia. Provides students training in military sky diving techniques with practical applications. Credit/no credit grade only. Prerequisite: Requires instructor approval. Prerequisite includes completion of the basic course.
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MILS 4923 - Cadet Troop Leader Training Credits: (2)
Typically taught:
Summer [Full Sem]
A two week course conducted at an Army installation in the continental U.S. or overseas. Provides first hand experience in an Army unit. Students learn about military life and the duties of a lieutenant. Credit/no credit grade only. Prerequisite: include completion of MILS 3010 , MILS 3020 and Advanced Camp. Requires instructor approval.
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MIS 1100 SS - The Digital Society Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Full Sem Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Full Sem Online]
Summer [Full Sem Online]
The explosive growth of information technologies in general, and the Internet in particular, has irreversibly changed the way we work and play. This course prepares students to be knowledgeable citizens of cyberspace. It reviews our social institutions and how they are being impacted by information technology as well as the ways in which technology has been shaped by our social institutions. The course also provides hands-on experience with a variety of Internet tools.
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MIS 2010 - Business Computer Skills Credits: (1)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem Online]
Spring [Full Sem Online]
Summer [Full Sem Online]
This course prepares all students in business and economics to demonstrate current competence in desktop software commonly used in the business environment. The course covers computer competencies students will use in their business functional and cross-functional core courses, using more complex features of desktop software. It is followed by a hands-on exam that tests these competencies. Credit/No credit.
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MIS 2015 - Introduction to Information Systems & Technologies Credits: (1)
Typically taught:
Not currently being offered
This course introduces the student to the role played by computer technology in business strategy and problem resolution. It also introduces information technologies used in information systems, including: software development, hardware, operating systems, network management, project planning, and career paths. Students will develop their academic MIS program plan. Lecture series by MIS Faculty.
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MIS 2020 - Introduction to Information Systems Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Overview of the role and use of information systems to support individual, group, and business decision-making. Includes coverage of technology’s role in supporting the business decision-making process. It will prepare students to use information technologies effectively to improve productivity and promote competitive position in the marketplace. Prerequisite: MIS 2010 .
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MIS 2030 - Introduction to Business Analytics Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Business analytics refer to the ways in which organizations use data to gain insights and make better decisions, and has become a critical capability for organizations of all types and sizes. It is applied in various business functions including marketing, finance, human resources, operation and strategic planning. This course covers basic analytic methods used by organizations. Students will learn how to explore, manipulate and present data. They will also learn how to use data to develop insights and predictive capabilities by using predictive analytics techniques. Prerequisite: MATH 1040 or QUAN 2600 .
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MIS 2110 - Software Development I Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course introduces the student to the fundamentals of software construction using a contemporary programming language. This includes the IDE (Integrated Development Environment), syntaxes of the language, basic programming constructs, data representation, object concepts, programming flow control and problem solving logic. Students will design, program and debug several business application projects. Prerequisite: MATH 1050 .
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MIS 2410 - Information Systems Architecture Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Not currently being offered
This course provides students with a thorough grounding in computer hardware and operating system software, peripheral devices and contemporary information system architecture, including its structure, theory, and applications.
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MIS 2720 - Data Structures and Algorithms Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Not currently being offered
This course introduces the basics of specifying abstract data types, control structures and modularization, and using them to design programs. Commonly used data structures and algorithms are studied. Emphasis is made on choosing data structures and algorithms appropriate for solving given business problems. Prerequisite: MATH 1050 and MIS 2110 .
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MIS 2891 - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (1)
Open to all associate’s degree-seeking students who have been selected to serve an internship in the information technology field or who have identified a special MIS project with their current employer, subject to approval by the Management Information Systems Department. Prerequisite: Department Approval.
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MIS 2892 - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (2)
Open to all associate’s degree-seeking students who have been selected to serve an internship in the information technology field or who have identified a special MIS project with their current employer, subject to approval by the Management Information Systems Department. Prerequisite: Department Approval.
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MIS 2893 - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (3)
Open to all associate’s degree-seeking students who have been selected to serve an internship in the information technology field or who have identified a special MIS project with their current employer, subject to approval by the Management Information Systems Department. Prerequisite: Department Approval.
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MIS 2894 - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (4)
Open to all associate’s degree-seeking students who have been selected to serve an internship in the information technology field or who have identified a special MIS project with their current employer, subject to approval by the Management Information Systems Department. Prerequisite: Department Approval.
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MIS 3210 - Database Design and Implementation Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course provides a comprehensive coverage of business database systems. Students will learn how to design, implement and manage databases. They will learn both GUI interface and how to use the Structured Query Language (SQL). They will also gain experience in using an enterprise level, multi-user database. Prerequisite: MATH 1050 and MIS 2110 , or MIS 2020 .
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MIS 3220 - Business Intelligence Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course provides an understanding of the concepts of Business Intelligence (BI) as an information technology approach of data collection and data analysis to help enterprise users make better managerial decisions. The course explores the detailed discussion of the analysis, design, and implementation of systems for BI including enterprise data-warehousing, knowledge management systems, big data, and text mining. The course will help students learn analytical components and technologies to integrate, analyze and report data. The course will utilize Microsoft BI tools including Microsoft Power BI desktop, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS) and SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS). Prerequisite: MIS 2030 .
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MIS 3230 - Data Mining for Business Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course will examine how data mining technologies can be used to improve decision-making. Students will study the principles and techniques of data mining, including gaining knowledge of the algorithms and computational paradigms that allow computers to find patterns in large datasets. Students will examine real-world examples and cases to place data-mining techniques in context, to develop data-analytic thinking, and to illustrate that proper application is as much an art as it is a science. Prerequisite: MIS 2030 .
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MIS 3610 - Networks & Data Communications I Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course provides an introduction to the design, operation, and management of telecommunication systems. It covers computer network definitions, concepts and principles, including (but not limited to): server management; topologies; protocols; standards; and fundamental concepts related to data communication networks. Prerequisite: MIS 2020 or MIS 2410 .
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MIS 3620 - Networks and Data Communications II Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
In this intensive hands-on course, the student will acquire the skills and techniques needed to configure, troubleshoot and support reliable TCP/IP internetworks. The student will learn the essentials of building an internetwork, including routing, configuring the Domain Name Server (DNS), setting up and managing a web server, configuring a firewall and IDS, and standards-based email. Students will also participate in configuring clients, redesigning networks and troubleshooting routing. Prerequisite: BSAD 2899 and MIS 3610 .
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MIS 3700 - E-business Technologies & Web Development Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
This course provides students with knowledge of technologies needed in planning, implementing and supporting web-hosted applications and on-line commerce. Topics include web and commerce server design and deployment, search engines n-tier web architecture and supporting software, client-side/server-side programming with data-bound controls and session management, e-business application languages, markup languages, on-line payment mechanisms, systems reliability and security, scalability analysis, and solutions sourcing. Prerequisite: BSAD 2899 and MIS 2110 , or MIS 2020 .
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MIS 3710 - Global Issues in Information Technology Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course shows how information technology is used as a key competitive advantage by multinational and transnational businesses. Topics include global perspectives on coordination and control, cultural dimensions, and geo-political considerations of global information technology applications. Prerequisite: BSAD 2899 .
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MIS 3720 - Software Development II Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Not currently being offered
This course builds on the software development skills learned in Software Development I. Topics include class hierarchies, inheritance and interfaces, object aggregation, data structure and collections, file management, threading, network programming, and the design of multi-tiered, distributed computing applications involving relational databases. Prerequisite: BSAD 2899 and MIS 2720 .
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MIS 3730 - Systems Analysis and Design Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Not currently being offered
This course provides the knowledge and skills to design and implement computer-based systems to solve business problems. Topics include feasibility studies, requirement analysis, system design and development, implementation and testing. Students will learn the use of appropriate methodologies and tools, including object-oriented modeling and the use of computer-aided software engineering (CASE). Prerequisite: BSAD 2899 and MIS 3210 .
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MIS 3740 - Business Machine Learning Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course is designed to teach and give students hands-on experience with cutting-edge machine learning methods used frequently in business contexts. Many companies have made significant contributions to the field of data analytics with products and services they’ve launched. This class is designed to prepare students to participate in such analysis to make significant business impact. We examine Netflix- and Amazon-style recommender systems and market basket analyses, customer segmentation and classification, Zillow-style prediction of home sale prices, and other business-relevant examples. Prerequisite: MIS 2030 .
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MIS 3750 - Electronic Business Communications Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Not currently being offered
This course gives students knowledge regarding the best practices in designing or developing electronic presentations, meetings, and collaborations. This course also familiarizes students with technologies fostering effective communication in virtual situations. Prerequisite: BSAD 2899 , MGMT 3200 or PS 3250 .
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MIS 4600 - Information Security I Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
This course looks at management issues and practical implications related to securing information systems. This course focuses on the threat environment, security policy and planning, cryptography, secure networks, access control, firewalls, host hardening, application security, data protection, incident response, and networking and a review of TCP/IP. Prerequisite: Business Foundations; BSAD 2899 and MIS 2020 , or MIS 3610 .
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MIS 4620 - Information Security Basics Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Not currently being offered
In a computer-literate age, sophisticated criminals use computers in their illegal and destructive activities. This course discusses cybercrime and teaches students to understand networks; the phases of computer hacking; and setting up a secure environment. Prerequisite: BSAD 2899 and MIS 2410 or MIS 3610 .
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