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FA - 475 Why Art Matters Credits: 3
Museums demonstrate cultural values in their displays of objects as well as educational opportunities for both casual visitors and serious scholarship. This course enlists Rome’s institutions to illustrate histories and policies of collecting, the preservation of cultural heritage in eras of war and peace, and most importantly, values that drive humankind to protect objects of historical and spiritual significance. Offered in DSU Rome Program only.
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FA - 499 Independent Study Credits: 3
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FA - 1001 DeSales University Chorale Credits: 1
The primary choral music experience for the student body. Through the performance of diverse repertoire, Chorale develops individual vocal technique, skills in ensemble singing, and music literacy. Not open to Theatre majors. NOTE: A maximum of six hours of choral ensemble credits may be applied toward elective credits for graduation.
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FA - 1101 Schola Cantorum Credits: 1
An advanced ensemble auditioned from the membership of the University Chorale. Through an emphasis on unaccompanied choral repertoire, Schola Cantorum develops advanced ensemble singing techniques in a chamber choir context. Not open to Theatre majors. NOTE: A maximum of six hours of choral ensemble credits may be applied toward elective credits for graduation.
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FA - 1111 Applied Piano Credits: 1
An applied study of piano technique and standard piano repertoire. Designed to enhance the keyboard abilities of students at all levels of skill and experience. Thirteen 45-minute lessons. Course fee. May not be taken as an audit option.
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FA - 1121 Applied Voice Credits: 1
An applied study of vocal technique and standard vocal repertoire. Designed to enhance the singing abilities of students at all levels of skill and experience. Thirteen 45-minutes lessons. Course fee. May not be taken as an audit option.
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FA - 1131 Applied Guitar Credits: 1
An applied study of guitar technique and standard guitar repertoire. Basic to advanced private instruction of plectrum and classical guitar emphasizing performance skills in solo playing, liturgical music, and ensemble playing. Thirteen 45-minute lessons. Course fee. May not be taken as an audit option.
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FA - 1201 CLMS Voice Credits: 1
An applied study of vocal technique for the ensemble singer. Designed to enhance the abilities of choral singers, training focuses on a cappella singing, sight singing, ear training, diction, and study of standard sacred repertoire. Thirteen 45-minute lessons. Open only to students receiving the CLMS Scholarship.
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French |
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FR - 101 Elementary French I Credits: 3
For students who have little or no previous French study, this course emphasizes a conversational method to naturally develop pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and comprehension of the language. Limited work in reading and writing. Course fee.
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FR - 102 Elementary French II Credits: 3
Building upon FR 101 , the student will acquire a broader vocabulary and the grammar skills necessary to converse about a variety of daily life situations. This course has a continued emphasis on conversation with some development of reading and writing skills. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): FR 101 , equivalent, or with permission of the instructor
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FR - 201 Intermediate French I Credits: 3
Application of the skills learned in FR 101 and FR 102 , with emphasis on developing skills in writing and speaking situations, review of grammar and sentence construction. Practice of listening, speaking and reading skills. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): FR 102 , equivalent, or permission of the instructor
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FR - 202 Intermediate French II Credits: 3
Continuation of FR 201 , the student will have extensive practice of speaking and reading. Students will develop their ability to present basic information and converse in class. Students may suggest specific vocabulary needs based on their field of study. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): FR 201 , equivalent, or permission of the instructor.
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Health Communication |
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HCM - 230 Introduction to Health Communication: MOT/Social Science Credits: 3
Will familiarize students with the prominent theories, issues, and topics in health communication. It will include a review of research on health literacy, social support, patient-provider interaction, communication campaigns (health promotion, disease prevention, and risk and crisis communication), technology in health contexts, media and wellness, and cultural influences on health. Required of all health communication majors.
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HCM - 280 Patient-Provider Communication Credits: 3
Will help students explore, understand, and appreciate the patient-provider relationship through an examination of quantitative and qualitative research. Emphasis will be placed on improving communication skills between patients, caregivers, and various health professionals (e.g., physicians, nurses, and staff). This course will also familiarize students with evaluating and conducting research on patient-provider communication.
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HCM - 290 Media and Health Credits: 3
Will examine health messages in news, entertainment, and advertising. Students will learn about the frequency and nature of health messages in different media and the effects these messages have on viewers. Topics include health news reporting; portrayals of disease, disability, and death; entertainment education; representations of health professionals; promotion of drugs and other health products; tobacco and alcohol advertising.
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HCM - 314 Public Health Communication Credits: 3
Will explore the role of theory and research in health campaigns and risk/crisis communication. Students will learn to lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of messages that affect individual-level behavior change and community-wide action related to public health issues (e.g., promoting healthy lifestyles, health screening, disease prevention, etc.). Will also include the psychology of risk, risk assessment, crisis communication, risk reduction and mitigation, and community mobilization.
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HCM - 318 Culture, Health, and Communication Credits: 3
Will help students increase cultural competency by examining the effects of communication and culture on health and health care. Students taking this course will explore health communication and culture, health messages, how culture affects one’s health identity, health literacy, patient and provider perspectives in regard to the provision of care and expectations thereof, social support, and how to improve one’s intercultural communication competence.
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HCM - 391 Health Communication Internship Credits: 3
Experiential learning opportunity in the field of health communication at an approved setting under professional supervision. Each student should choose a setting related to their personal, professional or vocational interests that will allow them to apply what they are learning in their health communication courses. Recommended settings include non-profit agencies, public/community health agencies, medical clinics, hospitals, and government. Permission of the instructor and Career Development Center is required.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor
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Healthcare Administration |
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HCA - 200 Foundations of Healthcare Systems Credits: 3
The introductory course for the healthcare administration degree. Provides a comprehensive overview of the U.S. health care system, and an analysis of primary and supporting agencies and organizations that constitute the ecosystem of care delivery, government policy and regulation, healthcare financing, and population health management services. Offered only through Adult Studies.
Prerequisite(s): MG 100 or permission of the instructor
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HCA - 202 Economic and Fiscal Issues in Healthcare Systems Credits: 3
Examines theoretical and practical aspects of healthcare delivery and finance from micro- and macroeconomic perspectives, and the use of financial information in healthcare decision-making. Topics include rate-setting and expected reimbursement, determinants of medical care supply and demand, cost drivers, competition, public and private insurance industry models, and the political economy of healthcare services.
Prerequisite(s): EC 112
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HCA - 301 Managerial Concepts In Healthcare Credits: 3
Explores and analyzes managerial decisions and issues faced by leaders of healthcare provider organizations (including hospitals, physician groups, and nursing facilities) amidst intensifying competition and regulation, technological and societal change, and evolving challenges to traditional business models. Emerging trends in care delivery and reimbursement models, healthcare marketing and communications, case management, and related issues are examined.
Prerequisite(s): HCA 200
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HCA - 302 Legal Aspects of Healthcare Credits: 3
An examination of legal issues and legal problems that influence the structure, operations, and management of healthcare organizations. Topics include labor relations and employment law, caregiver liability, patients’ rights, end-of-life care, HIPAA compliance, and the use and security of protected health information.
Prerequisite(s): AB 272
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HCA - 303 Healthcare Quality and Outcomes Management Credits: 3
Focuses on the data-driven aspects of quality assessment and quality management issues in healthcare delivery, including the terms, principles, theories, and practical challenges. The course covers a diverse set of information technologies, analysis tools and methods for measuring and improving quality, and examines programs implemented by organizations to efficiently deliver safe, timely, effective, and patient-centered care. International healthcare systems are compared. Offered only through Adult Studies.
Prerequisite(s): MG 211
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HCA - 401 Ethics in Healthcare: Values Seminar Credits: 3
A survey of contemporary ethical issues, problems, and dilemmas that arise in the context of healthcare delivery. Core discussions will focus on medical-ethical-legal-religious conflicts in the workplace, individual values, societal norms, moral philosophies, and corporate social responsibility.
Prerequisite(s): TH 109
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HCA - 452 Healthcare Policy Formulation Credits: 3
Develops analytical abilities and attitudes for the examination of healthcare organizations in changing environments, their problems in adjusting to change, and the development of corporate strategies and policies. The case method is utilized in analyzing corporate problems. A computer simulation may be included. Offered only through Adult Studies.
Prerequisite(s): MG 201 , MK 201 , HCA 200 , HCA 202 , and senior standing
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HCA - 454 Healthcare Administration Internship Credits: 3
Experiential learning opportunity in the field of healthcare administration at an approved setting under professional supervision. Each student should choose a setting related to their personal, professional or vocational interests that will allow them to apply what they are learning in their healthcare administration courses. Recommended settings include healthcare providers, health related businesses, nonprofits and government institutions. Permission of the instructor and Career Development Center is required.
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History |
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HI - 201 Western Civilization to 1600 A.D.: Humanities I Credits: 3
An introduction to the values and ideas of the West as they have developed from ancient times to the seventeenth century. The course also introduces students to the discipline of history as a unique approach to the understanding of human civilization and culture. Not open to students who have taken PO-201.
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HI - 202 Western Civilization Since 1600 A.D.: Humanities II Credits: 3
A continuation of the survey begun in HI 201 . The course concentrates on the rise of the modern state, industrialism, imperialism, communism, and post-modernism. Not open to students who have taken PO 202.
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HI - 204 History of Latin America Credits: 3
A history of Latin America from the earliest civilizations to the present day. Beginning with the European invasion of the New World, the course studies European colonialism, the struggle for independence, the rise of national states and the political and social crisis of the twentieth century, with special attention to the relationship between the United States and Latin America. Field: World
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HI - 209 Ancient Greek and Roman Heroes: The DeSales Experience Credits: 3
A thematic course about the classical world of ancient Greece and Rome. The story of the rise and fall of both civilizations will be conveyed through analysis of key people, their thoughts, words, and actions. Ethics, character, and leadership will be examined in light of historical context. Field: Europe
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HI - 213 American Civilization I: Humanities I Credits: 3
A survey of the history and culture of the western hemisphere to 1877. The course begins with the ancient societies of the Americas, paying particular attention to the development of the United States. Emphasizing the connectedness of European, African, Native American, and Asian cultures, the course concludes with the era of the American Civil War.
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HI - 214 American Civilization II: Humanities II Credits: 3
A survey of the history and culture of the western hemisphere since 1877. Beginning with the conclusion of the American Civil War, this course will cover the rise of the United States as an international political and cultural power to the present day, employing an international and intercultural perspective of American history and culture.
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HI - 262 World History Since 1500: Humanities II Credits: 3
An examination of early modern and modern civilization in a global context. The course emphasizes the interaction between Europeans, Asians, Africans and Americans from the 17th century to the present. Not open to students who have taken PO-202 or HI-202. Field: World
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HI - 265 History of Piracy Credits: 3
A global examination of piracy as it existed in the regions of the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans from the ancient world through the Golden Age down to the 21st century. Emphasizes the relationship between pirates and nation-state; the social and economic consequences of piracy; and the place of pirates in the popular and cultural imagination. Field: World
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HI - 270 World at War, The 20th Century Credits: 3
An examination of the bloodiest century in human history, which paradoxically has established the longest lasting peace in Western history. The course concentrates on World War I, World War II, the Cold War, and their effects on colonial empires, world trade, political order, industrial and technological development, and societal and cultural norms. Field: Open
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HI - 302 Family and Gender History Credits: 3
The history of the family from the Middle Ages to the present, with a shifting focus on demography, household economy, and interpersonal relationships. The course will examine how our ancestors were born, grew to adulthood (if they were lucky), married, gave birth, and died. Students will evaluate various theories of gender relations within the family context and society at large. The course concludes with an investigation of the American family. Field: Europe or United States
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HI - 303 Renaissance Europe: Humanities III Credits: 3
Studies the artistic, intellectual, literary, and other cultural achievements associated with the Italian and northern European Renaissance. Readings and discussions to focus on Petrach, Dante, Boccaccio, Machiavelli, and others. Also, the works of Giotto, Masaccio, Donatello, Leoardo da Vinci, Raphael, Michelangelo, Albrecht Duerer and others will be analyzed. Field: Europe
Prerequisite(s): Humanities I and II
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HI - 307 Great Revolutions Credits: 3
A comparative study of modern revolutions, beginning with the paradigmatic French Revolution of 1789-1799 and including the American, Russian, Mexican and Chinese revolutions. The course considers such problems as the relationship between ideology and revolution, the relative importance of political, social and economic causes of revolutions, and the connections between revolution, violence, and war. Field: World
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HI - 313 Revolutionary America Credits: 3
A study of the social, political, economic, and ideological origins of the American Revolution. We will read different interpretations of the revolution as well as firsthand accounts that reveal how it irrevocably altered people’s lives. We will examine the process by which the former British colonies were transformed into a republic. Field: United States
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HI - 314 Civil War America Credits: 3
A course which closely examines American history between 1848 and 1877. Its primary objective is to explain why a sectional conflict between the North and the South resulted in secession and Civil War in 1861. We will examine the course of the war as well as the process of political, economic, and social reconstruction in the American South. Field: United States
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HI - 324 The American West Credits: 3
This course will analyze the experience of ordinary people who took part in, or were affected by, the westward migration into the American Frontier. Our examination of migration and frontier life will begin in the seventeenth century and will end with an examination of the meaning and myth of the “frontier” in American history and culture. Field: United States
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HI - 325 New World Slavery Credits: 3
Explores major themes in New World Slavery including slavery’s origins, the slave trade, the consequences of slavery for New World societies, Africa’s cultural contributions to the New World, and the causes, consequences and process of abolition. The course compares the slave societies of the United States, Brazil and the Caribbean from the fifteenth- to the nineteenth-century. Fields: United States; World
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HI - 327 American Religious History Credits: 3
Examines the role of American religion from the period of colonization in the early seventeenth century through the present. HI-327 proceeds chronologically with an emphasis on three main themes of the American religious experience: the evolving relationship between the church and state, religious practice and devotions of believers, and the dynamic relationship between religious groups and the larger American culture. Field: United States
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HI - 329 Photographing American History: Humanities III Credits: 3
Examines the relationship between photography and American history by analyzing how the camera lens captured historical events and movements; engaging in visual theory to understand photographs as art and document; and exploring the history of photographic technology. From the daguerreotype to digital photography, this medium has captured institutions of oppression, war, and formative social and cultural movements.
Prerequisite(s): Humanities I and II
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HI - 330 Holy Wars Credits: 3
War is an eternal plague on mankind, and killing for a divine cause is ancient, recent and current. This course compares ages and places where people have ostensibly fought for the sake of religion. Special attention will be paid to the medieval Crusades and the last century of bloodshed in the Middle East. Field: Europe or World.
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HI - 333 The Rise of Modernity: Humanities IV Credits: 3
Examines the literary and intellectual history of the age that created modernity in the West. From 1600 to 1900 Europe had spread her people, power and culture across most of the world’s surface. Covers the writers of the Scientific Revolution, the Enlightenment, and the Romantic eras in the context of industrialization, technological advances, expanding imperialism. Field: European
Prerequisite(s): Humanities I, II, and MOT/Literature
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HI - 335 History of China Credits: 3
A survey of Chinese history from the first civilizations to the People’s Republic of China in the 21st century. Emphasizes continuity and change in relationship to the following themes: the rise and fall of the imperial state, China’s relationship with the rest of the world, and the philosophical, literary, and artistic development of China. Field: World
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HI - 391 History Internship Credits: 3
Experiential learning opportunity in the field of history at an approved setting under professional supervision. Each student should choose a setting related to their personal, professional or vocational interests that will allow them to apply what they are learning in their history courses. Recommended settings include local and/or regional museums, archives, and historical societies. Permission of the instructor and Career Development Center is required.
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HI - 396 Topics in History Credits: 3
Specialized subjects offered on an occasional basis. The course emphasizes historical method and comparative history with studies of topics such as Christianity and Islam, imperialism, Latin American revolutions, race and gender in US History. Field: open
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HI - 401 Seminar in Historical Research Credits: 4
An introduction to the craft of original, individualized research. Students will choose a specific topic, locate relevant sources, develop questions, and work to answer them. Throughout the semester, students present their findings to fellow students. A formal research paper is due at semester’s end. Open to nonmajors. Mode of delivery: 3 hours of in-class instruction with 1 hour of instruction provided in the form of one-on-one mentoring between instructor and individual students, among peers (in-person, synchronously via Zoom).
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HI - 499 Independent Study Credits: 3
A tutorial arrangement for special student proposals for research in history.
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Homeland Security |
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HS - 150 Introduction to Homeland Security Credits: 3
Cross-listed with CJ 150 .
Introduces students to the key vocabulary and concepts of homeland security. The course will cover the essential structures, functions, and working relationships of the principal governmental agencies charged with homeland security. The course will cover the evolution of homeland security and the federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies impacting the homeland security mission from an “all hazards” approach.
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HS - 155 Introduction to Emergency Management Credits: 3
Cross-listed with CJ 155 .
Examines theories, principles, and approaches to emergency management. This course reviews mitigation, preparedness, recovery, and response as the four primary phases of disaster management. An analysis of past disasters is presented along with their impact on policy formation leading to the current FEMA all-hazards approach to emergency management. Discusses the roles, duties, and importance of the emergency manager.
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HS - 275 Topics in Homeland Security Credits: 3
Designed to study the emerging, contemporary and critical issues within the field of Homeland Security. This course is designed to broaden the educational and learning experience of students related to Homeland Security. Overall, the course will focus on securing the U.S. against different threats posed by international and domestic terrorist organizations.
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HS - 360 Homeland Security Technologies Credits: 3
Surveys the current and emerging technologies relevant to and applied within the homeland security enterprise. Students will study the application and development of technologies utilized in counterterrorism, national security, critical infrastructure protection, and response/recovery from natural disasters and accidents, along with the ethical and legal aspects of those technologies.
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HS - 374 Terrorism and Counterterrorism Credits: 3
Cross-listed with CJ 374 .
An introductory course investigating the historical background of terrorism, modern counterterrorism tactics, and sociopolitical factors that promote terrorism. Ideas about countering terrorism through the prevention, neutralization, and prosecution of terrorists are fundamental to the course.
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HS - 378 Psychology of Terror and Fear Credits: 3
Cross-listed with PS 378 .
Introduces students to terrorism as a psychological phenomenon. This course examines the psychological effects of terrorism as well as current government strategies used to disseminate information to terrorist groups. The course will also study misconceptions and inaccuracies about socio-political and religious motivations of terrorist groups.
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HS - 380 Intelligence and Security Credits: 3
Cross-listed with CJ 380 .
A survey of the field of intelligence. The course includes a review of the function, principles, and methods of collecting intelligence. Emphasis will be placed on the collection, analysis, interpretation, and the use of intelligence. Central to the course will be the understanding of intelligence as it relates to its use in law enforcement, corrections, and homeland security.
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HS - 385 Infrastructure Protection Credits: 3
Examines critical infrastructure protection as a cornerstone of homeland security. This course reviews vulnerabilities and protection strategies for critical infrastructure and key assets including water, power and energy, communication, transportation, banking and finance, and health and emergency services.
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HS - 400 Bioterror and Diseases Credits: 3
Introduces students to bioterrorism, agroterrorism, emerging infectious diseases and the factors affecting the homeland and national security of the United States. Subject material from the Center for Disease Control’s Bioterrorism and Emergency Response as well as the Emerging Infections Program will be foundational to the course.
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HS - 410 Disaster Preparedness Credits: 3
Examines the concepts, theories, programs, and requirements of emergency preparedness arising from planning, practice, risk assessment, exercises and drills. The course will also provide an overview of the relationship of preparedness to response, as well as a review of emergency operations and incident command systems.
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HS - 453 Senior Seminar Credits: 3
A course that examines critical issues and problems relating to homeland security by facilitating the knowledge and experience gained by completing the required courses in the program. A significant research paper on a matter of importance to the homeland security systems will be required. Preparation for the transition from undergraduate studies to employment and/or graduate school will be an important secondary goal for the course.
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HS - 460 Homeland Security Internship Credits: 3
Experiential learning opportunity in the field of homeland security at an approved setting under professional supervision. Each student should choose a setting related to their personal, professional or vocational interests that will allow them to apply what they are learning in their homeland security courses. Recommended settings include homeland security-related agencies and businesses, first responder organizations, and other government institutions. Permission of the instructor and Career Development Center is required.
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Human Resource Management |
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HR - 315 Strategic Compensation and Benefits Credits: 3
Focuses on basic concepts of, and practices in, compensation, benefits, employee motivation, and the theory of total rewards. It examines ways to structure the total array of rewards available to employees in such a way as to enable and motivate people to achieve the organization’s strategic objectives.
Prerequisite(s): MG 305
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HR - 320 Employment Law Credits: 3
Covers the law concerning employment, including hiring, firing, discrimination, employer liability, employee rights, workplace health and safety, employee privacy, “whistle blowing”, union management relations, sexual harassment, and employee benefits.
Prerequisite(s): MG 305
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HR - 452 Capstone: Real World Scenarios Credits: 3
Explores real world scenarios and the development of solutions and programs to address workplace challenges found by the human resource professional.
Prerequisite(s): MG 305 and HR 315
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HR - 454 Human Resource Internship Credits: 3
Experiential learning opportunity in the field of human resource at an approved setting under professional supervision. Each student should choose a setting related to their personal, professional or vocational interests that will allow them to apply what they are learning in their human resource courses. Recommended settings include businesses, nonprofits and government institutions. Permission of the instructor and Career Development Center is required.
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HR - 3401 Effective Interviewing Credits: 1
Covers various interviewing techniques and the processes used to make effective selection decisions, including performance-based interviewing, determining job specification and competencies, complying with legal requirements, creating an environment for the interview, asking the right questions, probing and evaluating responses, and making sound selection decisions.
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HR - 3402 Staffing and Selection Credits: 1
Examines the entire staffing and selection from determination of needs, recruiting methods, sources, testing, background checks, interviewing, and job offers.
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HR - 3403 Supervision Credits: 1
Reviews the roles, skills, knowledge, habits, and practices needed to be a successful supervisor.
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HR - 3404 Negotiations Credits: 1
Covers the negotiation process from the filing of proper legally required notices preparations, stages, and reaching a mutually acceptable agreement by the parties or impasse which means a “Strike”.
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HR - 3405 Conflict Resolution Credits: 1
Covers various conflict resolution techniques and the process used to reach mutually acceptable resolution of the problems confronting the parties.
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HR - 3406 Sexual/Gender Harassment Credits: 1
Focuses on sexual harassment, gender harassment/discrimination, and the laws related to those issues.
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HR - 3407 Diversity in the Work Place Credits: 1
Focuses on workplace diversity and the laws related to discrimination and diversity.
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HR - 3408 Career Counseling and Development Credits: 1
Reviews career counseling and development tools, techniques and processes utilized for matching individuals to appropriate jobs and careers.
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HR - 3409 Training and Development Credits: 1
Examines training and development functions and process in organizations, including needs assessment, program design, training methods resources available, delivery methods and presentation skills.
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HR - 3410 Individual Differences in the Workplace Credits: 1
Examines individual differences in the workplace from the perspective of the Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator. Focus will be on occupational placement, self-selection, and team interactions.
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HR - 3411 Psychology of Motivation Credits: 1
Presents self-image psychology as a theoretical base for understanding human behavior with practical application on how to change behavior. Several popular authors will be studied to provide frames of reference and comparison. The focus will be on understanding self-motivation, change for self-improvement, how others have developed habits, supporting change in others, and how potential can be reached.
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HR - 3412 Personal Career Management Credits: 1
Focuses on new and emerging career paths, the effects of demographics and the economy on career choices, personal life and career decision-making, and current thinking on the topic of personal productivity.
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HR - 3413 Performance Evaluation Credits: 1
Covers various performance evaluation methods, and the techniques and process used to assess and measure individual performance. It will include writing an evaluation, conducting a performance evaluation interview, setting goals, and determining desired outcomes and plans for improvement. It will stress the importance of complying with legal aspects of performance evaluation.
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HR - 3414 Generational Diversity At Work Credits: 1
Covers the characteristics for four generations in today’s workplace: Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, Generation X and Millennials. Each group has a set of values, assets and challenges, and each responds to different styles of leadership. The course is designed to help one differentiate, appreciate, and promote each generation’s values, contributions, and teamwork in the workplace.
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HR - 3415 Counseling and Discipline Credits: 1
Covers discipline policies, standards of conduct, and the process of counseling and progressive discipline, and terminations. Additional topics include documentation and objectives of discipline, reasons for substandard performance, the difference between counseling and coaching, and determining termination. It will also cover setting performance improvement plans, monitoring progress, and legal aspects of discipline and discharge.
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HR - 3416 Crisis Management Credits: 1
Examines challenges faced by business relating to crises. Defining crises, crisis and emergency management, business continuity and how it fits within the scope of risk management will be presented and discussed. Also included will be an overview of how to evaluate organizations to determine the best approach to developing a crisis management plan.
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HR - 3417 Workplace Security and Safety Credits: 1
Examines how organizations must deal with workplace security and safety. Some of the issues presented and discussed will relate to workplace violence, identity theft, intellectual property, and terrorism. The course will provide an overview of safety/risk management concepts and techniques to reduce security and safety losses. The role of OSHA and other federal agencies will be presented.
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HR - 3418 Employment Practice Liability Credits: 1
Addresses the risk of liability arising out of employment relationships and related decisions. It evaluates laws that create liability in the workplace and it will discuss the at-will doctrine and legal principles. A review of statutory law principles, concepts for hiring, supervision, and discrimination, workers’ compensation, FMLA and ADA will be discussed.
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HR - 3419 Consumer Mortgage Crisis 2009 Credits: 1
Examines the crisis in the financial services industry with consumer mortgage credit. The course will address concepts of mortgage lending, the real estate and credit boom in the early years of the twenty-first century and mortgage packing by Wall Street. It will also analyze the real estate collapse and fraud in the mortgage process, foreclosures, and new July 2008 housing act.
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HR - 3420 HR Change Management Workshop Credits: 1
Examine various issues found to be critical to effectively execute purposeful organizational change and development. Such perspectives will include a “systems thinking” perspective of organizations, the roles and obligations of leaders executing change within the organization, and organizational behavior issues existing within organizations as change is implemented.
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HR - 3421 Personal Branding Credits: 1
Examine the concept of personal branding by examining effective ways to identify and develop a core identity of values, experiences, and attributes. This course examines how core identity can then be used to market oneself for personal and professional benefit.
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International Business |
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IB - 452 Global Business Strategy Credits: 3
Designed for international business majors exploring the formulation and implementation of global business strategy. Special emphasis is placed on integration of the international business functions across the global organization.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing
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IB - 454 International Business Internship Credits: 3
Experiential learning opportunity in the field of international business at an approved setting under professional supervision. Each student should choose a setting related to their personal, professional or vocational interests that will allow them to apply what they are learning in their international business courses. Recommended settings include businesses, nonprofits and government institutions. Permission of the instructor and Career Development Center is required.
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IL - 101 Elementary Italian I Credits: 3
Basic knowledge of Italian structures and vocabulary. Focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing. An introduction to Italian culture. Course fee.
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IL - 102 Elementary Italian II Credits: 3
Continuation of IL 101 , with more development of the basic linguistic skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing. An emphasis on grammar and vocabulary building. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): IL 101 or permission of the instructor
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IL - 201 Intermediate Italian I Credits: 3
Emphasis on developing good style in controlled writing and speaking situations, with review of basic grammar. Practice of listening, speaking, and reading skills. 3 hours lecture per week. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): IL 102 , equivalent, or permission of instructor
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IL - 202 Intermediate Italian II Credits: 3
Application of skills learned in Intermediate Italian I, with extensive practice in reading, writing, and speaking exercises. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): IL 201 , equivalent, or permission of instructor
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IL - 301 Advanced Italian I Credits: 3
Intensive grammar review with emphasis on areas of difficulty. Enrichment of spoken and written expression with emphasis on style and vocabulary building. Process writing. Examination and discussion of cultural texts.
Prerequisite(s): IL 202 , equivalent, or permission of the instructor
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IL - 302 Advanced Italian II Credits: 3
Continuation of IL301: Intensive grammar review with emphasis on areas of difficulty. enrichment of spoken and written expression with emphasis on style and vocabulary building. Process writing. Examination and discussion of cultural texts. 45 hours of lecture and discussion. to be offered on DeSales Rome campus.
Prerequisite(s): IL 301 , equivilent or permission of instructor
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LG - 109 Trial by Jury Credits: 3
This course examines the proceedings in an American jury trial as a means of introducing the student to the American legal system. Topics include jury selection, trial testimony, the rules of evidence, the art of advocacy, and the history and future of the American jury system.
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LG - 160 Criminal Law Credits: 3
Cross-listed with CJ 160 .
A study of the principles and doctrines embodied in the criminal law. Topics such as substantive crimes, justification, complicity and liability, causation, and inchoate crimes are explored and emphasized.
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LG - 270 Health Policy and Law Credits: 3
Cross-listed with PO 270 .
A study of the development of the American health care system and its impact on American law, economics, and politics. Emerging health care and biomedical policies and laws are examined in terms of their social import.
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LG - 280 Environmental Policy and Law Credits: 3
Cross-listed with PO 280 .
A study of American environmental policies and laws as they have developed from the 1960’s to the present. Topics include policies pertaining to clean water and air, solid waste, toxic substances resource conservation, global warming and worker health and safety. Major court cases in environmental law are examined, as is the impact of politics on the formation of environmental policy.
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