|
|
2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
|
|
Course Numbering System
In addition to the fact that courses are usually numbered 100, 200, 300 and 400 to correspond to courses taken in the freshman, sophomore, junior and senior levels, these numbers are assigned according to difficulty of content:
- 100-level: Courses designed to introduce a student to a field of study.
- 200- & 300-level: Intermediate courses designed to broaden and deepen the student’s knowledge of a field.
- 400-level: Advanced courses designed to deepen further the student’s knowledge and allow him or her to synthesize and apply this knowledge.
- 500-level & above: Graduate courses.
- Ordinarily, courses beyond the 100-level have prerequisites.
- Special numbers or sequences of numbers are assigned to certain categories of courses as follows: Senior Seminar: 450, 451, 452, 453, 455, 456, 485; Independent Study: 499
|
| |
English |
| |
-
EN - 255 British Romanticism: Humanities IV Credits: 3
A study of major authors of the British Romantic period (1798- 1832), including Austen, Byron, Blake, Wordsworth, Coleridge, Shelley, and Keats. Particular attention will be given to the political and cultural context of their work, including Scottish and Irish nationalism, protofeminism, and the emergence of female readership, the slave question, and European trends.
Prerequisite(s): MOT/Literature and Humanities I & II
|
| |
-
EN - 260 The Victorian Age: Humanities IV Credits: 3
A study of major British writers, 1832 to 1900, and the society in which they lived. Students read poetry, fiction, and essays by such writers as Tennyson, Browning, Arnold, Hopkins, Carlyle, Dickens, George Eliot and Hardy.
Prerequisite(s): MOT/Literature and Humanities I & II
|
| |
-
EN - 265 American Realism and Naturalism: Humanities IV Credits: 3
A study of the growth of literary realism in the context of major economic and social changes between the Civil War and World War I, with attention to creative work in other aspects of American culture. The course includes such writers as Twain, Howells, Crane, Gilman, Chopin, Norris and Wharton.
Prerequisite(s): MOT/Literature and Humanities I & II
|
| |
-
EN - 285 Contemporary Literature: Humanities IV Credits: 3
A study of important works, American and non-American, written since 1970, with emphasis on changing literary forms and issues. May be repeated with a change of subject matter and permission of the Department Chair.
Prerequisite(s): MOT/Literature and Humanities I & II
|
| |
-
EN - 312 Creative Writing II Credits: 3
Cross-listed with CM 312 .
This course will introduce students to the basic forms, genres and elements of both short and long fiction. A workshop approach in which students will read, edit and revise each other’s work will be supplemented by the reading of contemporary fiction writers such as O’Brien, Carver, Garcia-Marquez and Alexie. Strongly recommended for students in the Professional/Creative Writing and Editing track. Required course for the Creative Writing minor.
Prerequisite(s): EN 103 and EN 104
|
| |
-
EN - 340 Creative Non-Fiction Credits: 3
Cross-listed with CM 340 .
Sophisticated exploration of the narrative essay form, including style, audience, tone and form. Called the New Journalism and popularized by such writers as Truman Capote and Annie Dillard, these essays straddle the line between fiction and non-fiction writing and may include reflective essays, science and nature essays, biography, autobiography, travel and immersion. Students will read widely in the genre. Strongly recommended for students in the Professional/Creative Writing and Editing track. Required for the Creative Writing minor.
Prerequisite(s): EN 103 and EN 104
|
| |
-
EN - 345 Literature of the Middle Ages: Humanities IV Credits: 3
A study of diverse literary traditions of Medieval England. Readings include a variety of medieval genres, and sociohistorical contexts including Beowulf, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales, Malory’s Morte d’Arthur, as well as plays and lyrics.
Prerequisite(s): MOT/Literature and Humanities I & II
|
| |
-
EN - 350 Topics in English Renaissance Literature : Humanities IV Credits: 3
An exploration of some topics of English Renaissance literary history. The course may focus on a theme, a genre, a writer or a group of writers, a cultural movement, or some aspect of English history, as it is reflected in the literary works of the 16th and 17th centuries. May be repeated with a change of subject matter and permission of Departmental Chair.
Prerequisite(s): MOT/Literature and Humanities I & II
|
| |
-
EN - 358 Shakespeare I: Humanities IV Credits: 3
A study of Shakespeare’s plays over the range of his career. The selection of plays and the critical approaches employed will differ from those in EN 359 .
Prerequisite(s): MOT/Literature and Humanities I & II
|
| |
-
EN - 359 Shakespeare II: Humanities IV Credits: 3
A study of Shakespeare’s plays over the range of his career. The selection of plays and the critical approaches employed will differ from those in EN 358 .
Prerequisite(s): MOT/Literature and Humanities I & II
|
| |
-
EN - 365 Milton and Paradise Lost: Humanities IV Credits: 3
A study of the works of John Milton within the context of the great political, religious and social issues in England.
Prerequisite(s): MOT/Literature and Humanities I & II
|
| |
-
EN - 370 Literature of the Enlightenment: Humanities IV Credits: 3
A study of 18th century literature and culture, with emphasis on such English and Irish writers as Defoe, Fielding, Pope, Sterne, and Swift, as well as works by European writers and achievements in painting, architecture, and the other arts.
Prerequisite(s): MOT/Literature and Humanities I & II
|
| |
-
EN - 372 Topics in World Literature: Humanities IV Credits: 3
An investigation of a literary genre or topic across several literary cultures and historical periods. The focus would be on major writers and works that provide contrasting views, approaches, and styles of writing in regard to a significant social or cultural topic or to a major literary genre.
Prerequisite(s): MOT/Literature and Humanities I & II
|
| |
-
EN - 373 Literature of Medicine: Humanities IV Credits: 3
An investigation of the literature of medicine in the West from the classical era to the present. Topics include: the impact of stories, metaphors and models on medical beliefs; the evolving structure of our knowledge about the body; caregivers’ and patients’ framing of their experiences; and how these affect medical practice. Prior coursework in healthcare fields is not required.
Prerequisite(s): MOT/Literature, Humanities I & II
|
| |
-
EN - 375 Topics in American Literature: Humanities IV Credits: 3
An opportunity to explore in more depth, or from a different perspective, some aspect of American literary history. The course may focus on a theme, e.g., environmental writing; a genre, a writer or a group of writers, e.g.; the Beat Poets; a literary or cultural movement, e.g., the Harlem Renaissance, or some aspect of American history or culture as it is reflected, explored, and influenced by American writers. May be repeated with a change of subject matter and permission of Departmental Chair.
Prerequisite(s): MOT/Literature and Humanities I & II
|
| |
-
EN - 376 Literary Modernism: Humanities IV Credits: 3
A study of authors from 1900 to 1940 whose stylistic experimentation and distinctive interest in mythology, psychology, and history set them apart from their predecessors. Particular attention will be given to the political and cultural context of their work, including trends in Europe, the United States, and elsewhere. The course includes writers such as Eliot, Faulkner, H.D., Rilke, Toomer, Williams, Woolf, and Yeats.
Prerequisite(s): MOT/Literature and Humanities I & II
|
| |
-
EN - 377 Celtic Mythology: Humanities IV Credits: 3
Examines myths, legends, and folktales of ancient Ireland, Wales, Scotland, and Britain in the period from approximately 600 B.C.E to 500 A.D. Students will read a variety of novels and collections of poetry and myth and will root those in historical and cultural context.
Prerequisite(s): MOT/Literature and Humanities I & II
|
| |
-
EN - 380 Topics in Literature, 1940-2000: Humanities IV Credits: 3
An opportunity to explore in more depth, or from a different perspective, some aspect of twentieth century literary history in the aftermath of Modernism. The course may focus on a theme, e.g., Post Colonial Literature; a genre; a writer or a group of writers, e.g., Modern Feminist Writers; a literary or cultural movement, e.g.; Confessional Poetry, or some aspect of history or culture as it is reflected, explored, and influenced by writers all over the world since 1940. May be repeated with a change of subject matter and permission of the Department Chair.
Prerequisite(s): MOT/Literature and Humanities I & II
|
| |
-
EN - 382 Women Writers: Humanities IV Credits: 3
A study of representative texts by women writers. The course may focus on texts by American and/or British authors in various time periods with an emphasis on how women writers respond to historical moments. The course includes such writers as Wollstonecraft, Austen, Stowe, Fuller, Chopin, Woolf, Wharton, and Walker.
Prerequisite(s): MOT/Literature, Humanities I & II
|
| |
-
EN - 384 African American Literature: Humanities IV Credits: 3
A study of African American literature of the 19th-21st centuries with particular attention given to the social and political contexts of these works. The course includes the African-American vernacular, slave narratives, literature of the Harlem Renaissance, and modern and contemporary poetry, essays, plays, and fiction. Covers such writers as Douglass, Dunbar, Hurston, Hughes, Baldwin, Morrison, Wilson, Woodson, and Coates.
Prerequisite(s): MOT/Literature, Humanities I & II
|
| |
-
EN - 386 Global Literature and Politics: Humanities IV Credits: 3
Examines the work of several Nobel Prize for Literature winners from around the world, with particular emphasis on the historical and political contexts in which they wrote or are writing. Includes writers like Milosz, Paz, Heaney, Gordimer, Morrison, Neruda, and Dylan.
Prerequisite(s): MOT/Literature, Humanities I & II
|
| |
-
EN - 388 Contemporary Celtic Writers: Humanities IV Credits: 3
A study of contemporary literature from the Celtic world. Through writers such as Heaney, O’Brien, Paterson, and Kelman, as well as those writing in other parts of the Celtic world and the Celtic diaspora, students will examine various topics, including issues of identity, language and dialect, and nationalism.
Prerequisite(s): MOT/Literature and Humanities I & II
|
| |
-
EN - 390 Irish Writers in Ireland: Humanities IV Credits: 3
Contextualizes Irish writers in their respective historical periods and concludes with two week’s study in Ireland. Students read extensively in Irish literature. For their capstone experience, they spend a week in residence at a college in Ireland, where they will be taught by Irish and American professors of literature, followed by a week of travel throughout Ireland to historical and geographic sites studied in the course. Limited enrollment: juniors and seniors have first eligibility; underclassmen apply by essay.
Prerequisite(s): MOT/Literature and Humanities I & II
|
| |
-
EN - 391 Humanities Internship Credits: 3
Experiential learning opportunity in humanities areas 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 major field courses. Recommended settings include a publisher, advertising firm, public relations firm, journalism organizations, and television. May be repeated for credit. Permission of the instructor and Career Development Center is required.
Prerequisite(s): Take two 200-level or higher courses in the academic discipline relevant to the internship, to be determined in consultation with the student’s advisor
|
| |
-
EN - 475 Heroism, Conscience and Faith: Values Seminar Credits: 3
A study of selected heroes in literature and history, with special focus on what leads men and women to risk or spend reputation, fortune, health and life for a cause higher than themselves. The course includes writers such as Virgil, Dante, Shakespeare, Goethe and various modern and contemporary writers.
Prerequisite(s): MOT/Literature and Humanities I & II
|
| |
-
EN - 485 Research Seminar Credits: 3
A seminar for junior and senior English majors. Students are introduced to the work of contemporary literary criticism and carry out research on single literary figures, generic problems, or formal critical approaches. Students will share the results of their research and also produce a professional portfolio.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
EN - 499 Independent Study Credits: 3
An arrangement for special student proposals for research and/ or field experience in English studies; guided reading in primary and secondary sources; presentations, projects and papers; analysis and evaluation. May be repeated for credit. See department chair for required guidelines.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
Exploratory Studies |
| |
-
EXP - 101 Academic Literacy and Strategies Credits: 3
Designed to enhance critical reading, study skills, and time management strategies necessary for successful transition from high school to university coursework. Develops vocabulary, reasoning, rhetorical analysis; fosters the ability to understand, annotate, and interpret college level texts. Credit by examination not available for EXP-101. Limited to first-year students.
|
| |
-
EXP - 130 Academic Development and Planning: The DeSales Experience Credits: 3
Designed to help students clarify their identity and goals, particularly in the context of their education and career, as well as to develop a plan to achieve those goals through their educational experience at DeSales University. Limited to Exploratory Studies first-year students. Course fee.
|
| |
-
EXP - 140 Career Development and Planning: The DeSales Experience Credits: 3
Integrates the role of careers in society, career development theories, decision-making models and styles and self-assessment interpretation. Students will conduct/analyze career and major research, be introduced to job search strategies and define professional behavior required in the workplace. The course is intended to assist students seeking guidance in their decision of academic majors and career options. Open to all students.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
EXP - 4001 Pivotal Moments Credits: 1
Some moments capture our collective attention, reminding us of our shared humanity, calling us to transcend differences. Considering such events helps us to renew and refine our sense of identity and purpose, and our commitment to demonstrating virtue and integrity. Reflecting on recent events and integrating components from across the curriculum, students will solve a problem of importance to them.
Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior status.
|
Finance |
| |
-
FN - 100 Financial Literacy Credits: 1
A selection of personal finance topics for young adults. Primarily intended for non-majors. Topics include: the proper use of credit, budgeting and planning for major purchases, and the time value of money. Offered online only in a self-paced format.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
FN - 220 Money and Banking Credits: 3
Cross-listed with EC 220 .
Focuses on the economics of money, banking, and financial markets. The course aims to provide the student with an introduction to the role of money, financial markets, financial institutions and monetary policy in the economy. The economic rationale behind banking regulations and current development in the financial system will be emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): EC 209
|
| |
-
FN - 225 Money, Booms, and Busts Credits: 3
Cross-listed with EC 225 .
Examines the origins of money, accounting, banking, stocks, bonds, insurance, and investment banks. Studies the historical pattern of economic booms, bubbles, and bursts, so that students may be able to see them coming and act accordingly, for the rest of their careers and lives.
|
| |
-
FN - 290 Personal Finance Credits: 3
A study of personal financial planning and how it relates to life’s decisions. Sample topics include developing and analyzing personal financial statements, budgeting and cash management techniques, the proper use of credit, planning for major purchases, the time value of money, and investment decisions for the individual or family.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
FN - 311 Income Tax Planning Credits: 3
Current tax code concepts, issues, and regulations and the resulting consequences and liabilities to a financial planner’s clients. The course explores the structure of the code as it pertains to the taxation of individuals, their businesses, partnerships, trusts, and other legal entities. Offered only in ACCESS.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
FN - 315 Retirement and Estate Planning Credits: 3
Financial planning for the future. The retirement planning portion outlines the various retirement plans available including government and private plans, pension plans, individual retirement accounts, and other qualified and non-qualified retirement plans. The estate planning portion examines the taxation of gifts, estates, and generation skipping transfers. Offered only in ACCESS.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
FN - 330 Corporate Finance Credits: 3
A study of corporate finance for the business practitioner. Students will learn the essentials of finance and how other business disciplines affect and are affected by financial decisions. Sample topics include financial statement analysis, valuation, review of bond and equity markets, capital budgeting techniques, and financing alternatives from the company perspective. Not open to students who have taken or are taking FN-331. Offered to non-accounting/non-finance majors. Not open to finance or accounting majors.
Prerequisite(s): AB 217 , either MG 211 or MG 220 , and either EC 112 or EC 209 .
|
| |
-
FN - 331 Financial Management Credits: 3
A study of the role of financial management in a business enterprise. Sample topics include financial statement analysis, valuation and review of bond and equity markets, capital budgeting techniques and approaches, and financing alternatives from the company perspective. Not open to students who have taken or are taking FN-330.
Prerequisite(s): AB 217 , EC 209 , and MG 211 or MG 220 .
|
| |
-
FN - 336 Financial Markets and Institutions Credits: 3
Cross-listed with EC 336 .
Examines the economics of financial markets and the management of financial institutions both domestic and international. Topics include the determination of asset prices, the risk and term-structure of interest rates, foreign exchange market, capital and money markets, role of the Federal Reserve and how monetary policy affects interest rates and the overall economy. Current developments in the financial system are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): EC 209 and FN 220
|
| |
-
FN - 342 Introduction to Risk Management Credits: 3
The function of insurance and risk management in the business enterprise. Risk management techniques as well as the use of specific insurance contracts to cover pure risk exposures in life, health, property, liability and others are analyzed. The role of government insurance and the regulation of the insurance industry are fully examined. Offered in ACCESS only.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
FN - 352 Multinational Financial Management Credits: 3
Focuses on international economic issues that impact on multinational firms. Particular emphasis is on managing risk caused by exchange rate, political, economic, and accounting differences between countries. The analysis and development of financial, operating, and marketing strategies to minimize the impact on the firm caused by these risk elements is a major component of the course.
Prerequisite(s): FN 330 or FN 331
|
| |
-
FN - 361 Investments and Portfolio Management Credits: 3
A study of investment strategies and asset management. Basic content includes discussion of risk and return, asset allocation, classic investment vehicles, portfolio theory, and the tax environment. Advanced discussions include specialized investment vehicles, equity options trading, combination insurance and investment products, and technology-enabled investing. Current events are discussed at length. Students participate in a portfolio management competition during the course.
Prerequisite(s): Any of FN 290 , FN 330 , FN 331 , or FN 336
|
| |
-
FN - 362 Security Analysis Credits: 3
Focuses on the determinants of valuation of equity, fixed income and specialized securities. Measures of risk and return, earnings forecasts and expectations, fundamental and technical factors affecting the valuation and timing of securities transactions are explored. Diversification and portfolio construction as well as the role of specialized markets (options, futures, etc.) will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): FN 361
|
| |
-
FN - 417 Financial Plan Development Credits: 3
A culmination of the Financial Planning sequence. The purpose of the Financial Plan Development course is to require the student to demonstrate the ability to integrate and apply his or her knowledge of financial planning topics, as received through the curricula taught by CFP Board-Registered Programs. Offered in ACCESS only.
Prerequisite(s): Any of FN 290 , FN 315 , FN 361 , or permission of instructor
|
| |
-
FN - 452 Senior Seminar Credits: 3
Focuses on the active integration of finance with a deeper exploration of corporate finance topics. Not recommended for non-majors.
Prerequisite(s): FN 331 and senior standing
|
| |
-
FN - 454 Finance Internship Credits: 3
Experiential learning opportunity in the field of finance 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 finance courses. Recommended settings include businesses, nonprofits and government institutions. Permission of the instructor and Career Development Center is required.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
FN - 455 Special Topics in Finance Credits: 3
A study of selected special topics, including behavioral finance, mergers, and initial public offerings.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
FN - 499 Independent Study Credits: 3
Development and implementation of student’s own research in finance under the guidance of a faculty member. The student must receive departmental approval of a preliminary proposal before registering for this course.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
FN - 3000 Investment Practicum Credits: 1
A hands-on approach to company analysis and investment. Students will oversee actual endowment funds, tracking the performance of existing positions and presenting new companies for consideration. Repeatable, but a maximum of six credits may be applied toward elective credits for graduation.
Prerequisite(s): Any of FN 220 , FN 290 , FN 330 , FN 331 , or FN 361 , or permission of instructor
|
Fine Arts |
| |
-
FA - 101 Introduction to Drawing Credits: 3
An introduction to the materials and techniques of drawing. Included in the materials are charcoal, pencil and ink. Topics of study are contour drawing, shading and one-point perspective. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
FA - 102 Introduction to Sculpture Credits: 3
An introduction to the basic techniques and concepts of sculpture. The course includes working in such media as clay, wood, plaster, metal and fiber. Projects consist of assemblage, relief work, figure modeling, head studies and carving. Course fee. Offered only in ACCESS.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
FA - 104 Introduction to Painting Credits: 3
An introduction to the materials and techniques of painting with acrylic paint. In addition to the study of basic color analysis, the course investigates several styles of painting and encourages free expression. Subjects will be drawn both from life and art history. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
FA - 106 Introduction to Drawing and Painting Credits: 3
An introduction to the basic techniques of drawing and painting and the materials used. The course includes working with pencil, charcoal and acrylic paint on canvas. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
FA - 107 Watercolor Painting Credits: 3
An introductory course concerned with the fundamental techniques of watercolor painting and its use with related media. Subjects include still life, landscape and the figure. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
FA - 115 Introduction to Music Credits: 3
A course designed to acquaint the student with an understanding of music through listening, sight-singing and keyboard skills. Topics will include common musical terms, melody, harmony, dictation, musical forms and instruments of the orchestra.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
FA - 116 Music Appreciation Credits: 3
A study of the music of Western culture from early Christian to contemporary times. Lectures using representative musical selections and outside listening assignments will focus on the history and development of musical style and form.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
FA - 118 Music Theory I Credits: 3
An introductory course in the materials and structure of music involving diatonic harmony. Topics include major and minor scales, triads, seventh chords, chord progression and harmonic analysis.
Prerequisite(s): FA 115
|
| |
-
FA - 120 Music Theory II Credits: 3
Continuation of Music Theory I, introducing the materials and structure of music involving chromatic harmony. Topics include secondary functions, other types of altered and borrowed chords, modulations and structural analysis.
Prerequisite(s): FA 118
|
| |
-
FA - 251 Introduction to Photography Credits: 3
A practical examination of the history, aesthetics, and technical aspects of photography. The student is instructed in the process of making pictures, not taking pictures. This course is especially suggested for students of fine arts, television and film, communications, graphic design, and advertising. Students will need a Digital 35mm camera with adjustable apertures and shutter speeds. Point and shoot cameras are acceptable as long as the camera has manual controls for changing shutter speeds and apertures.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
FA - 255 Landscape Photography Credits: 3
A comprehensive course spent mainly on location exploring the environment through a variety of techniques used in nature and wildlife photography. Students should have previous experience with photography. A 35mm camera with adjustable shutter and aperture is required equipment. Programmable cameras are acceptable but point and shoot type cameras are not.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
FA - 270 American Antiques and the Antique Market Credits: 3
A course dealing with identification, research and care, investing and marketing potential. Topics include furniture, china, glass, pottery, porcelain and collectibles. The course emphasizes bibliography and includes visits to local museums, historical societies and other learning centers and includes trips to antique shows, antique shops and private collections. Offered only in ACCESS.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
FA - 295 Popular Music and Culture: The DeSales Experience Credits: 3
An examination of American popular music in the 20th and 21st centuries and its impact on morality and identity. Topics include a historical overview of popular music styles and analysis of selected popular musicians and genres within the context of ethics and culture. Prior musical training and the ability to read music are not required of students in this course.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
FA - 330 Art of the Ancient and Primitive Worlds: Humanities III Credits: 3
A study of the architecture, painting, and sculpture of the ancient and primitive people of the Americas, Africa, Asia and Western Europe from the Paleolithic era through Imperial Rome. Of particular concern is the interrelationship between art and religious belief and ritual. Included is an exploration of world mythologies and their images as seen in art.
Prerequisite(s): Humanities I and II
|
| |
-
FA - 331 Art of the Middle Ages: Humanities III Credits: 3
A study of painting, sculpture, and architecture of Western Europe and the Middle East from the Fall of the Roman Empire to the end of the Gothic era. Emphasis will be given to art as an expression of Christian belief and practice. The influence of cultural, political and geographical diversity on artistic expression will be explored.
Prerequisite(s): Humanities I and II
|
| |
-
FA - 332 Art of the Renaissance and Baroque: Humanities III Credits: 3
A study of European painting, sculpture, and architecture from 1400 through the French and American Revolutions. Topics of interest include the Protestant Reform and its influence on art, as well as the changes brought by political upheaval and the Age of Reason. Subjects include Michelangelo, Leonardo, and Rembrandt.
Prerequisite(s): Humanities I and II
|
| |
-
FA - 333 Art of the Nineteenth Century: Humanities III Credits: 3
A study of the painting, sculpture, and architecture of Europe and the United States from the American and French Revolutions to the dawn of the twentieth century. Emphasis will be given to the revolutionary changes in Western Culture as seen through the eyes of Romantics, Realists, Impressionists, and Post-Impressionists.
Prerequisite(s): Humanities I and II
|
| |
-
FA - 334 Classical, Gothic and Renaissance Art: Humanities III Credits: 3
Focuses on the major styles that are the basis of the Western Art Tradition. It is from these styles that later artists draw inspiration, and from which we see the re-occurring themes develop that become associated with the civilizations of western man.
Prerequisite(s): Humanities I and II
|
| |
-
FA - 335 Art of the United States: Humanities III Credits: 3
A study of the art and architecture of the United States from colonial days to the present. Art is seen in light of what makes our culture uniquely American as expressed by the Federalist style and the changes wrought by the Civil War and the World Wars.
Prerequisite(s): Humanities I and II
|
| |
-
FA - 336 Roman Art and Architecture: Humanities III Credits: 3
An introductory course in history of art and of the history of Rome from its origin through the 17th Century. Masterpieces of painting, sculpture and architecture of the ancient, medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque periods are examined with attention to their specific historical contexts. All classes are held on site in Rome, Italy.
Prerequisite(s): Humanities I and II
|
| |
-
FA - 350 Painting Styles of the Twentieth Century : Humanities III Credits: 3
A study of the development of this century’s major styles. Course content includes cubism, expressionism, and surrealism.
Prerequisite(s): Humanities I and II
|
| |
-
FA - 362 Music of Ireland: Humanities III Credits: 3
Explores the field of Irish traditional music and the role that folk music plays in shaping Western European art music. This course examines the dance music, slow airs, art music, and popular music of this living tradition. A simple performance component requires students to learn tunes or songs on piano, voice, or Irish whistle.
Prerequisite(s): Humanities 1 and II
|
| |
-
FA - 364 Music of the Baroque Era: Humanities III Credits: 3
A study of the masterpieces of Baroque music, emphasizing Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons”, Handel’s “Messiah”, and the cantatas, keyboard works, and “Bradenburg” concertos of J.S. Bach. The course begins with an introduction to the elements of music and development of listening skills as tools for an in-depth study of these works. The social and political factors which influenced musical composition will be explored.
Prerequisite(s): Humanities I and II
|
| |
-
FA - 366 Music of the Classical Era: Humanities III Credits: 3
A study of the symphonies, chamber music, operas, and concertos of Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven. The course begins with an introduction to the elements of music, performance media, form, and development of listening skills as tools for an in-depth study of these genres. The social and political factors which influenced musical composition will be explored.
Prerequisite(s): Humanities I and II
|
| |
-
FA - 368 Music of the Romantic Era: Humanities III Credits: 3
A study of the important genres and chief composers from the early 1800’s to World War I. The course begins with an introduction to the elements of music and development of listening skills and explores the influence of social and political factors on nineteenth century art song, program music, virtuosity, and music drama.
Prerequisite(s): Humanities I and II
|
| |
-
FA - 370 Music of the Modern Era: Humanities III Credits: 3
A study of the musical elements and development of listening skills as tools to explore the main avenues of twentieth century composition. Contemporary social and political activity as well as chronological stylistic development will be examined as stimulation for the varied types of twentieth century composition: Romantic, neoclassic, 12 tone, jazz, rock, movie music, and “Broadway” styles.
Prerequisite(s): Humanities I and II
|
| |
-
FA - 499 Independent Study Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
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.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
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.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
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.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
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.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
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.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
French |
| |
-
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.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
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 or equivalent or with permission of the instructor
|
| |
-
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 or equivalent or permission of the instructor
|
| |
-
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
|
Health Communication |
| |
-
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.
Prerequisite(s): None
|
| |
-
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.
|
| |
-
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.
|
| |
-
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.
|
| |
-
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.
|
| |
-
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
|
Healthcare Administration |
| |
-
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.
Prerequisite(s): MG 100
|
| |
-
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
|
| |
-
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
|
| |
-
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
|
| |
-
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.
Prerequisite(s): MG 211
|
| |
-
HCA - 401 Ethics in Healthcare 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
|
| |
-
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 in ACCESS.
Prerequisite(s): MG 201 , MK 201 , HCA 200 , HCA 202 , and senior standing
|
| |
-
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.
|
| |
Page: 1
| 2
| 3
| 4
| 5
| 6
| 7
| 8
| 9
| 10
|
|
|
Print this Page