2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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IMED 245 - Game Design: Analogue to Digital
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: IMED 110 or permission of instructor
Corequisite: IMED 215
Description: This course examines the various components of introductory game design. The student will examine archetypical games to study the fundamental structure, principles, and methodologies behind the design process. The student is expected to develop creative ideas implementing core game design elements, principles and practices throughout the course. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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IMED 250 - Video Production I
(2 semester hours)
Prerequisites: COMM 225
Description: This course explores the fundamental theory and practice of creating digital media. The course also prepares the student for creative expression and technology application in all aspects of media for effective message communication, whether it is for a specific product, a game or entertainment site, instruction, or eCommerce. New and emerging digital media tools are used to create, store, transmit and sell products and services. The student employs these new skills to develop portfolio-ready pieces. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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IMED 251 - Video Production II
(2 semester hours)
Prerequisites: IMED 250
Description: This course builds on digital video production skill development. The student uses visual design principles, motion graphics, sound design, and creative camera techniques and editing to produce client-based projects. This course also includes considerable training on the use of studio equipment, including its care and maintenance. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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IMED 255 - Audio Production
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: Audio production can make or break media-based projects. Understanding how sound is created, recorded, processed and managed in digital formats is at the heart of crafting interactive experiences. This course is designed as an introduction to computer based recording, editing, mixing and production of sound. A software purchase is required. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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IMED 260 - Purposeful Games: Contexts and Concepts
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: IMED 110 or permission of instructor
Description: From entertainment to education, digital and analogue games are created and consumed in a wide range of contexts and purposes. This course aims to map the field of ‘purposeful’ games; games that serve a specific purpose other than pure entertainment, to examine and recognize the scope of games that are created towards a specific purpose including serious games, games for change, and educational games. Designed as a survey course, the student will be introduced to different types of purposeful games, examine case studies, diverse audiences, and explore design principle that exemplify each category. The student will learn the basic principles of game design as they relate to the different purposes and be given the opportunity to explore their own game ideas as they relate to the course content. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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IMED 265 - Front-End Web Development
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: IMED 240 or MEBA 210
Description: This course prepares the student for a career in web development. The student will expand their knowledge of the emerging web technologies while applying sound design methodologies to frontend web development. This multi-faceted course introduces the student to a variety of web development tools and the role of a web designer focused on user interface design. The student will also spend a large portion of the semester transforming interface designs and wire frames into functioning web sites using Adobe Brackets, HTML, CSS, JavaScript and other web technologies as necessary. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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IMED 270 - Research Methods for Interactive Design
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: IMED 110 or permission of instructor
Description: This course introduces the student to the package of study design and research methods employed in design science. Lessons is structured around design research methodology, execution and reporting. The student engages in learning about and practicing research skills and methods, in order to develop the capacity needed to research the people, processes, contexts and temporalities of digital interaction opportunities. Through readings, discussions, and the exploration of examples, guidelines, and heuristics, the course engages the student in the methodological aspects of human-focused research within design practice. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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IMED 280 - Usability and Interface Design
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: IMED 110 or permission of the instructor
Description: Usability is at the core of the interactive experience design. This course focuses on usability methods and processes to evaluate the design options and digital interfaces for interactive products, services and experiences. This course looks at product usability assessment across the design lifecycle, using published case studies and real-life projects. Interface design activities include product usability study design, execution, evaluation, and reporting. Through reading, analysis and hands-on labs, the student will learn the cost of bad design, and gain a practical understanding of common interface assessment tools. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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IMED 298 - Project I
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: IMED 240 , SEMR 200 , an approved learning contract, permission of the Office of Experiential Programs, designation of an appropriate academic advisor, and a minimum of 40 earned semester hours
Description: This first project in the student’s experiential program challenges the student to identify, investigate and analyze a particular topic in the program of study or a concentration. A key objective is to apply skills, methods, and knowledge obtained in prior courses with independent thinking and research; the final product represents the successful and purposeful application of knowledge. The project is undertaken with the close mentorship of a faculty member and may involve a community partner. Projects can involve scientific-based research or laboratory experiences, needs analysis or development plans for external organizations, or market studies and business plan proposals. Offered As needed.
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IMED 300 - 3D Modeling I
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: Media arts and animation is used in various industries including architecture, television, advertising, education, and forensics. Skills needed in the media arts and animation industry include design, illustration, compositing, and three-dimensional computer modeling. Additionally, the student improves skills in story development, background and layout design, and special effects. This interactive course utilizes industry-related technology and software. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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IMED 310 - 3D Modeling II
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: IMED 300
Description: The creation of rigs and the motion of characters and objects in games and animation are explored, including full character, muscle, facial, and dynamic rigs. Also reinforced are the principles of animation, such as movement and weight. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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IMED 315 - Tabletop Game Design Studio
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: IMED 245 or permission of instructor
Description: This course is a studio course meant for the student who is interested in becoming game designers and/or developers within the tabletop game industry or are curious about how to design tabletop games instead of video games. The student will design, build, playtest, and self-publish a tabletop game (board game, card game, or dice game). Most classes involve minimal instruction and will instead focus on hands on research and development guided by project milestones, one on one guidance between teacher and student, and group critiques/discussions about each student’s game. Activities will include guided and development sessions, internal and external playtest sessions, trips to local game conferences, and guest lectures. By the end of the course, each student will have their very own self-published tabletop game prototype. There is a cost for the purchase of the published prototype. Offered Fall, annually.
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IMED 320 - Creative Writing
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: ENGL 105 or ENGL 106
Description: The student is familiarized with professional fiction writing through the short story, with a focus on idea generation, scene setting, characterization and plot. Other forms of fiction writing, appropriate to student needs and interests, such as gaming, screenplays, or works of various lengths, are discussed. Cross-listed with ENGL 310 and GEND 310 . Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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IMED 325 - Interactive Design Perspectives
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: IMED 270 and IMED 280 or permission of instructor
Description: This course will introduce the student to the design perspectives encountered most often in interaction design. Design perspectives are attitudes towards how to design which reflect their political, social, and technological beliefs about design practice. Through readings and case studies, the student explores a variety of perspectives in the domain of digital interactive design. The student also explores the foundations of design practice through different standpoints, histories, frames of reference and interpretations of different views of the ‘best’ way to design. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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IMED 330 - Interactive Information Design
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: IMED 170 and MATH 280
Description: The increasing amount of data that an individual is exposed to is simultaneously creating an increase in cognitive load. Information Visualization (InfoVis) systems and techniques are intended to aid in dealing with this deluge. Information visualization is the use of interactive interfaces to visually represent abstract data. This course is intended for the student interested in understanding and utilizing information visualization in their own work. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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IMED 335 - Introduction to Game Engines
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CISC 120 or permission of the instructor
Description: Through creating games in two industry standard game engines, this course is intended to introduce the student to the essentials of game development, including Game Editor, Assets Store, Prototype, Game Physics, Character Animation, 2D Features, C#, and C++ Game Scripting. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to use two industry standard game engines to develop both 2D and 3D games; evaluate different engines in game design & development process; and develop collaboration skills through working in game development studio format. Offered as needed.
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IMED 340 - Interactive Media II
(4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: IMED 240
Description: This course focuses on analyzing, managing, producing, and deploying interactive media projects. Topics include: initial planning, proposal writing, information architecture, interface design, project management, user testing, and installation. The student develops various project ideas and presents a final design concept to potential museum, hospitality, theme park or government agency client. Software, hardware, and resources vary based on technical aspects and unique aesthetics of an interactive encounter. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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IMED 345 - Mobile Experience Design and Development
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CISC 120 or permission of the instructor
Description: This course will introduce the student to mobile design and development using industry standard mobile app development system. The weekly topics cover mobile application lifecycle, mobile interface design, data and app distribution. Through weekly homework assignments, the student will design mobile experience for intended audience, and build mobile applications/games. The student will also be introduced to current mobile design and development practices, such as project management, troubleshooting, and software testing. Offered as needed.
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IMED 350 - Digital Photography
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: This course is designed to introduce three major components of digital photography; camera mechanics, image composition and digital photo editing. The student is expected to confidently control the photographic process and produce a portfolio of work that has been carefully imagined, executed, edited and presented. A digital SLR camera and Adobe Creative Cloud license are required for this course. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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IMED 355 - Users and Populations
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: IMED 270 and IMED 280 or permission of instructor
Description: This course will introduce the student to the design-based theories and contexts of users and populations, as found in interaction design. This course is structured around three design contexts: cohorts; environments; and capabilities. The course takes place as a series of case-based seminars. Through readings, discussions, and the exploration of examples and heuristics, the course draws the student’s attention to the need to develop their comprehension of used-based theories within design practice. Offered Fall, annually.
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IMED 358 - Patterns and Contexts
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: IMED 270 and IMED 280 or permission of instructor
Description: This course introduces the student to the contextual design of patterned interfaces in interaction design. This course is structured as a series of lectures and seminars around four design areas: contexts; visuals; patterns; and actions. Taking the approach of goal-driven design, the student engages in reading, discussing, experimenting, and presenting design rationales for design choices around traditional and new digital interfaces. The student will be challenged to consider areas of conflict and divergence within a design thinking framework. The student will analyze and reconcile conflicts between goal orientations, contextual needs, and environmental challenges within interactive design practice. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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IMED 365 - Internship
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: SEMR 200 or permission, an approved learning contract, permission of Office of Experiential Programs, designation of an appropriate academic advisor, and a site supervisor
Description: An internship allows the student to put theory into practice. The student applies classroom experiences to the workplace at an off-site placement, where ideas are tested and competencies and skills are developed. Throughout the internship, the student works regularly with a faculty supervisor, the Office of Experiential Programs, and a site supervisor who guide the learning process. The student integrates the collective observations, analyses, and reflections of this experiential team into an internship portfolio that showcases the accomplishments of the experience. The unique portfolio is constructed throughout the internship, and represents the evolutionary and dynamic nature of the learning process. Offered As needed.
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IMED 370 - Producing Creative Projects
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: IMED 340
Description: This course evaluates design and development procedures used across creative industries. The student is introduced to effective team and process management procedures utilized through the lens of interactive experiences and software development. These topics are further developed through guest lectures, collaborative learning exercises and the development of individual project plans which primarily focus on the people, pixels and processes used in interactive media development. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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IMED 380 - Special Topics in Interactive Media
(1 to 4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Consent of the Instructor and Academic Advisor
Corequisite: 60 credit hours completed
Description: This course covers emerging topics in Interactive Media. It is an in-depth study of a selected specialized area of Interactive Media and the content varies by semester. Due to the nature of evolving topics, this course may not be eligible for repeat. Offered As needed.
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IMED 385 - Game Design
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: ENGL 200
Description: This is a studio course that explores and teaches the principles, mechanics and processes of game design. The student is shown the fundamental philosophies of game design and how to apply them to various entertainment and educational projects. The tips, tools, and techniques taught in this course exist to provide practical resources needed to develop skills and strategies for individuals interested in exploring careers in the game design industry. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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IMED 388 - Games User Interface and Level Design
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: IMED 385
Description: User interfaces and video games are inextricably linked. Like many interactive experiences, for a player to play and engage with a game and its content, there needs to be a functioning user interface. But beyond function, a game user interface not only provides an interactive function, but should be related to the context, narrative and overall aesthetic experience of a game. In combining game user interface and level design in one course, this course aims to develop a deeper understanding of the relationship between the two. Through interactive lectures and applied design workshops, this course will provide the student with a theoretical, conceptual and applied understanding game user interfaces and level design. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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IMED 390 - Independent Study
(1 to 4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: IMED 240 and a minimum of 60 earned semester hours
Description: This course is designed for the student who demonstrates an interest in an area of study not offered or who wishes to pursue a discipline in greater depth than possible through existing courses. An independent study counts as an elective and may not be used for accelerated or remedial credit. A learning contract between the student and instructor defines the responsibilities of the parties and specifies the learning objectives and standards for successful completion of the project. A calendar of meeting times and deadlines shall be a part of that contract. Offered As needed.
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IMED 420 - Games User Research
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: IMED 340
Corequisite: IMED 385
Description: This class aims to bridge concepts, principles, and methods of usability and playability assessment for digital games design. The class will cover a range of game related theories, focus on learning different methods of game-play data collection, evaluate what methods work best at different points of the development cycle, and teach the student how to effectively communicate the collected data to the designers/development team. The overall goal of this class is to develop the student’s knowledge of the theories, methods, application and communication of games user research and play-testing. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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IMED 440 - Interactive Studio
(4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: IMED 340
Description: This course is an upper-level production course focusing on the creation of innovative, workable prototypes using a variety of interactive techniques and emerging technologies. New media (games, digital simulations, mobile applications, and social experience design) is the latest development genre and are analyzed as cultural artifacts. The aesthetics of user experience, personal interaction, and delivery systems are covered along with an analysis of leadership techniques used in independent and AAA production firms. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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IMED 450 - Design Studio
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: All previous Interactive Media-User Experience Design Concentration Course Requirements
Description: This course is a hands-on practice-oriented studio course. This course requires the student to work with internal and external local clients to conduct and report original design space research within the domain of interaction and experience design. Using a Design Thinking approach, the student will ideate, produce, and test a conceptual prototype that addresses the design problem identified through the research and analysis done in this studio course. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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IMED 460 - Mixed Reality Development
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CISC 120 and IMED 340 or permission of instructor
Description: This course covers the design and development of augmented and virtual reality experiences. The student uses the studio model to learn and explore the unique affordances and design opportunities inherent in mixed reality platforms. An understanding of the concepts and techniques of computer programming is required. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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IMED 485 - Game Development
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: IMED 385
Description: As the growth of digital simulations and entertainment continues, this course is an opportunity for the student to examine models and strategies for creating digital games. Through lectures, hands-on labs, and team projects, the student gains experience applying the fundamentals of game design into the development process. Projects are developed using standard game development environments and provide interactive media experiences for the student’s e-portfolio. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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IMED 498 - Project II
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: IMED 298 , an approved learning contract, permission of the Office of Experiential Programs, designation of an appropriate academic advisor
Description: This project must be in the student’s program of study or concentration. It should demonstrate application of the skills, methods, and knowledge of the discipline to solve a problem or answer a question representative of the type to be encountered in the student’s profession. As with Project I, this is undertaken with the close mentorship of a faculty member, and may involve a community partner. The ideal project has a clear purpose that builds directly upon the learning that occurs within the student’s first project and internship. Offered As needed.
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Integrative Sciences |
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INSC 101 - Introduction to Laboratory Sciences I
(1 semester hour)
Prerequisites: None
Description: This course introduces the student to the laboratory environment where the safe handling of material, equipment, and waste is learned. The course includes an introduction to the sciences, specifically organic and inorganic chemistry, bio-molecules, and ecology. Experiments performed by the student using the periodic table to learn about chemical interactions, chemical synthesis and other principles supplement the course content. The biological content focuses on the links between the chemistry learned and how biology relies on controlled chemistry to function at the cellular level. The course culminates at the ecology level on how species are identified and interact with one another. Limited to the Dual Enrollment student. Offered As needed.
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INSC 102 - Introduction to Laboratory Sciences II
(1 semester hour)
Prerequisites: INSC 101
Description: This course is a continuation of the introduction to the sciences, specifically organic and inorganic chemistry, bio-molecules, and ecology. Experiments performed by the student using the periodic table to learn about chemical interactions, chemical synthesis and other principles supplement the course content. The student is shown how to separate, measure, account and record starting materials against what is attained and use equations to predict actual and theoretical yields. Weak acids and bases are also discussed as these principles are extremely relevant to the bio-molecules component. The course relies on mastery of techniques from INSC 101 and those within 102 for an extended ecology project that is planned, modified and executed in the field studying a local ecosystem. Limited to the Dual Enrollment student. Offered As needed.
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INSC 105 - Field Studies in Natural Science
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: The student is introduced to the natural world in this course through discussion, multimedia and field experience. The exploration of the natural world takes the class from shores of the Susquehanna River to stellar nurseries where new stars and planets are born. The journey together builds the foundation for more intensive studies in science and personal ownership of our own discoveries. Offered Spring Semester, even-numbered years.
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INSC 110 - Medical Terminology
(1 semester hour)
Prerequisites: BIOL 102 /BIOL 103 or High School Biology
Description: This course is designed as an introduction to the nomenclature used by various medical and dental professionals. The course focuses on learning techniques that will enable the student to easily understand medical terminology. Cross-listed with BTEC 110 . Offered As needed.
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INSC 115 - The Chemistry of Life
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: What’s Organic about Organic Chemistry? This is one of the many discussions that occurs in the O.C. (Organic Connection). Why is organic chemistry important for a future nurse, lawyer, teacher, scientist or informed citizen? To answer this question, organic chemistry in the context of everyday life is presented. Teamwork and outdoor expeditions keeps the student moving and thinking while studying the chemistry of life. Offered As needed.
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INSC 120 - The Scientific Method and Public Opinion
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: Public opinion is often dictated by preconceived notions, tradition and superstition. This class uses the power of the scientific method, experimental design and statistics to explore some of the things accepted by the public as givens: lunar cycle effects; life, death and holidays; and superstition and old wives’ tales. Data-mining techniques are employed, followed by a discussion and application of the appropriate quantitative methods to explore the phenomena under scrutiny. This course has field trips, with one overnight stay. Relations with local hospitals and police officials are developed for access to data. Offered Summer Semester, annually.
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INSC 140 - Introduction to Integrative Science
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: Many things live side-by-side with humans, often remaining hidden from day-to-day life yet thriving among homes and city streets. Humanity’s reach has been extended through ceaseless questioning and technology to observe the very large and the very small. Telescopes, microscopes, and swarming satellites overhead all assist to understand both the world around us and our place within it. The student is introduced to the natural world through science and science’s tools of observation, and will learn to ask the questions which expand the mind and ignite the innate sense of wonder and curiosity. Offered As needed.
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INSC 180 - Integrative Science
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: The student continues the exploration of the natural world through the use of active, collaborative approaches to help connect mechanisms, ideas, patterns, and numeracy measures amongst fields which are often considered to be distinct and separate. The nature of such vital elements as molecules of life, the earth and cosmos, diversity and biodiversity, evolution, and strategies for successful ecosystems are explored. Offered as needed.
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INSC 200 - Applications of Field Ecology
(4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CHEM 151 -CHEM 152 , INSC 180 and MATH 120
Description: Organism data is used to understand evolutionary relationships. Field ecologists collect ranges of species samples and specimens. This work is crucial for learning how and where new infections and invasive species evolve. Applied molecular biology is studied and practiced. One to three field trips are required. Offered Fall Semester, as needed.
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INSC 298 - Project I
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: SEMR 200 , ENGL 200 , an approved learning contract, permission of the Office of Experiential Programs, designation of an appropriate academic advisor, and a minimum of 40 earned semester hours
Description: This first project in the student’s experiential program challenges the student to identify, investigate and analyze a particular topic in the program of study or a concentration. A key objective is to apply skills, methods, and knowledge obtained in prior courses with independent thinking and research; the final product represents the successful and purposeful application of knowledge. The project is undertaken with the close mentorship of a faculty member, and may involve a community partner. Projects can involve scientific-based research or laboratory experiences, needs analysis or development plans for external organizations, or market studies and business plan proposals. Offered As needed.
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INSC 310 - Conservation Biology
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: BIOL 302
Description: This course covers the importance of biodiversity, the existence of a wide variety of plant and animal species in their natural environment, and the causes and consequences of its reduction and the efforts at prevention of its loss. The student becomes familiar with the history of conservation efforts and identifies instances of success and failure. Material includes applications of conservation science to single species, communities or ecosystems. Offered Spring Semester, odd-numbered years.
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INSC 320 - The Study of Disease
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: BIOL 281 -BIOL 282 and minimum of 45 earned semester hours, or BS Nursing Major, or permission of instructor
Description: The human body is studied in health and disease with a focus on the contemporary causes of human pathology. Information on metabolic and infectious disorders that effect major body systems is explained. The study surveys system organ structure and metabolic/genetic aspects of disease, from simple to complex. Offered As needed.
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INSC 335 - Field Studies: Estuarial Ecosystems - Chesapeake Bay
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Minimum of 45 earned semester hours or permission of instructor
Description: This course introduces the student to a broad range of subject areas in matters associated with the Chesapeake Bay and its watershed. During the week-long field trip, the ecologically-rich area is visited and studied. Historic and economically important sites are also visited. Research methodologies are introduced to the student and participation leads to a better understanding of the environment. Offered Summer Semester, annually.
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INSC 336 - Field Studies: Tropical Ecosystems
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Minimum of 45 earned semester hours or permission of instructor
Description: This course introduces the student to a broad range of subject areas in matters associated with tropical ecosystems. During the week-long field trip, the ecologically-rich area is visited and studied. Historic and economically important sites are also visited. Research methodologies are introduced to the student and participation leads to a better understanding of the environment. A non-refundable deposit of $500 is required in order to preregister for this course. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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INSC 337 - Field Studies: Wetland Ecosystems
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Minimum of 45 earned semester hours or permission of instructor
Description: This course introduces the student to a broad range of subject areas in matters associated with wetland ecosystems. During the week-long field trip, the ecologically-rich area is visited and studied. Historic and economically important sites are also visited. Research methodologies are introduced to the student and participation leads to a better understanding of the environment. A non-refundable deposit of $500 is required in order to preregister for this course. Offered Summer Semester, annually.
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INSC 340 - Community Health and Research
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Minimum of 45 earned semester hours
Description: This course provides the foundation for a study into relevant community health topics facing area residents. The course has three important and integrated components: reading and discussion in seminar fashion on a variety of subjects related to community health, environmental health and research practices; the development, investigation and conduct of a community-based research project mentored by the faculty or a business/agency partner; and, the synthesis of the results and implications of the research into a final public and poster presentation. This course stresses both oral and written communication in issues of science and public policy (content, process and competency). Offered as needed.
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INSC 350 - Animal Behavior
(4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: BIOL 102 /BIOL 103 or permission of instructor
Description: This course exposes the student to a broad range of topics within the area of animal behavior, from evolutionary and ecological perspectives. Natural selection and adaptation as functions of behavioral ecological and socio-biological processes are the focus. Ethological questions are also addressed. Three hours of lecture, three hours of laboratory per week. Offered Fall Semester, odd-numbered years.
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INSC 365 - Internship
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: SEMR 200 or permission, an approved learning contract, permission of Office of Experiential Programs, designation of an appropriate academic advisor, and a site supervisor
Description: An internship allows the student to put theory into practice. The student applies classroom experiences to the workplace at an off-site placement, where ideas are tested and competencies and skills are developed. Throughout the internship, the student works regularly with a faculty supervisor, the Office of Experiential Programs, and a site supervisor who guide the learning process. The student integrates the collective observations, analyses, and reflections of this experiential team into an internship portfolio that showcases the accomplishments of the experience. The unique portfolio is constructed throughout the internship, and represents the evolutionary and dynamic nature of the learning process. Offered As needed.
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INSC 380 - Special Topics in Integrative Sciences
(1 to 4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: This course covers emerging topics in integrative sciences. It is an in-depth study of a selected specialized area and the content varies by semester. Due to the nature of evolving topics, this course may not be eligible for repeat. Offered As needed.
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INSC 390 - Independent Study
(1 to 4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Minimum of 60 earned semester hours
Description: This course is designed for the student who demonstrates an interest in an area of study not offered or who wishes to pursue a discipline in greater depth than possible through existing courses. An independent study counts as an elective and may not be used for accelerated or remedial credit. A learning contract between the student and instructor defines the responsibilities of the parties and specifies the learning objectives and standards for successful completion of the project. A calendar of meeting times and deadlines shall be a part of that contract. Offered As needed.
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INSC 401 - Nanoscience
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CHEM 210 and PHYS 210
Description: This course is an inter-disciplinary course in nanoscience, from a first principles perspective. The course also covers societal and environmental impacts of nanotechnology. Offered as needed.
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INSC 410 - Epidemiology
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Minimum of 60 earned semester hours
Description: This course studies how diseases are detected, identified, and distributed within populations. Epidemiology is the study of the distribution and determination of health-related states or events in specific populations and the application of this study to the control of health problems. The student is shown the medical and scientific investigative skills needed to critically think, strategize, and predict new epidemics and control current ones. Mathematics is used to model disease progression. Offered as needed.
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INSC 498 - Project II
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: INSC 298 , MATH 280 , an approved learning contract, permission of the Office of Experiential Programs, designation of an appropriate academic advisor
Description: This project must be in the student’s program of study or concentration(s). It should demonstrate application of the skills, methods, and knowledge of the discipline to solve a problem or answer a question representative of the type to be encountered in the student’s profession. As with Project I, this is undertaken with the close mentorship of a faculty member, and may involve a community partner. The ideal project has a clear purpose that builds directly upon the learning that occurs within the student’s first project and internship. Offered As needed.
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Management, Entrepreneurship, and Business Administration |
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MEBA 100 - Exploring Entrepreneurship
(2 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: This course focuses on entrepreneurship and innovation. The goal is to improve the participant’s understanding, insight, and skill as a potential entrepreneur. The key skill areas addressed are creativity, critical thinking, collaboration and communication. The topic of ethical decision-making as a component of entrepreneurship is also addressed. This course is designed for the student who is interested in defining and transforming a creative, problem solving idea into a sustainable business or program. Limited to the Dual Enrollment student. Offered Summer Semester, annually.
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MEBA 104 - Special Topics in MEBA
(1 to 6 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: This course covers topics in Management, Entrepreneurship, and Business Administration. Due to the nature of evolving topics, this course may not be eligible for repeat. Offered As needed.
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MEBA 106 - Entrepreneurship Immersion Camp: The Shark Tank
(1 semester hour)
Prerequisites: None
Description: This course is an Entrepreneurship Immersion Summer Camp for High School students. The goal of this camp is to introduce students to the ideas of entrepreneurship, enhance their communication, planning and execution skills, that are needed for starting a new private business. Throughout this camp the student will learn firsthand how to generate and develop new business ides, conduct product and market analysis, create marketing and communication plans, and how to pitch their ideas to potential investors. The ideas will be evaluated by a panel of judges, who will determine the winners of the competition. Coaching, computers, and other resources will be available to the attendees. Limited to the Dual Enrollment student. Offered Summer Semester, annually.
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MEBA 110 - Introduction to Business and Entrepreneurship
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: The goal of this course is to introduce entrepreneurship concepts by providing insight into entrepreneurial processes-from finding and evaluating good business opportunities to new venture start-up and growth issues-and entrepreneurial behavior, a critical success factor in new venture creation. The student is taught how businesses are structured and study data from business operations. The student will analyze and evaluate business data to make decisions. The student practices how to use spreadsheets for analysis to make informed decisions, use written communication to justify those decisions, and deliver oral presentations to communicate those decisions. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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MEBA 201 - Independent Study
(1 to 4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 110
Description: This course is designed for the student who demonstrates an interest in an area of study not offered or who wishes to pursue a discipline in greater depth than possible through existing courses. An independent study counts as an elective and may not be used for accelerated or remedial credit. A learning contract between the student and instructor defines the responsibilities of the parties and specifies the learning objectives and standards for successful completion of the project. A calendar of meeting times and deadlines shall be a part of that contract. Offered As needed.
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MEBA 210 - Introduction to Internet and Web Technologies
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: The main objective of this course is to introduce the current as well as emerging Internet and Web technologies that enable and drive the modern enterprises. The student is exposed to the key building blocks (enterprise applications, computing platforms, databases, and networks) of the modern Internet-Web infrastructure. Through experiments and examples, the main ideas of the Internet, the ISPs, wireless networks, Classical Web, Semantic Web, XML, Web 2.0, social networking, wireless web, and mobile apps are explained. The course exposes the student to the main aspects of web-based software development processes through simple hands-on projects. The student is introduced to the basic software concepts by developing simple web sites by using HML5 and CSS3 and then using Javascript, Java applets, XML and XSL to introduce more sophisticated features. The student also has an opportunity to develop a simple web portal that involves simple database queries by using SQL. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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MEBA 220 - Principles of Business Management
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: The student is provided with analytical tools to understand and synthesize the most current applications of theories and concepts in business management and is exposed to the debate on the dynamic of business environment, evolving business models, economic systems, and scale of domestic and global competition in the market place. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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MEBA 225 - Accounting
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 110
Description: The student is introduced to the basic concepts and standards underlying managerial accounting systems. The student learns how to produce income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. The student also learns how these documents describe the state of the firm in terms of revenue recognition, inventory, long-lived assets, present value, and long-term liabilities. The emphasis of this course is for the student to understand the internal operations of a firm and how those operations are reflected in documentation. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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MEBA 230 - Marketing
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 110
Description: Marketing is defined as the process of getting the right products to the right people, at the right place, time, and price by using the most effective promotional course of action. Marketing is also defined as providing goods and services that meet or exceed expectations of potential consumers’ needs and wants. The student is shown what makes a company embrace ethics in professional decision-making; what encourages corporations to become socially responsible; what the processes are for product concepts, product development, and types of consumer products and services; how companies research the market, configure market segmentation, and target their market; and how companies develop online marketing strategies in order to target consumers and businesses. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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MEBA 250 - Corporate Innovation and Entrepreneurship
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Corequisite: MEBA 230
Description: This course covers the use of entrepreneurial capabilities to develop new ventures, products, and processes. These concepts can be used with start-ups or within an established organization. The student is introduced to some of the core concepts and analytical tools used in entrepreneurship as part of a strategy for growth, updating a company’s offerings, or developing totally new products. In order to instantiate these changes, the student will integrate services, markets, internal processes, quality, community relationships, and customer experience. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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MEBA 298 - Project I
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: SEMR 200 , an approved learning contract, permission of the Office of Experiential Programs, designation of an appropriate academic advisor, and a minimum of 40 earned semester hours
Description: This first project in the student’s experiential program challenges the student to identify, investigate and analyze a particular topic in the program of study or a concentration. A key objective is to apply skills, methods, and knowledge obtained in prior courses with independent thinking and research; the final product represents the successful and purposeful application of knowledge. The project is undertaken with the close mentorship of a faculty member, and may involve a community partner. Projects can involve scientific-based research or laboratory experiences, needs analysis or development plans for external organizations, or market studies and business plan proposals. Offered As needed.
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MEBA 310 - eCommerce and mCommerce
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 110 and MEBA 210 or CISC 120 ; MEBA 210 may be completed concurrently
Description: This course studies, analyzes and evaluates the business and technical aspects of eCommerce and mCommerce (mobile commerce). Business strategies to start a business, advertising a business, and selling the business product are covered. Case studies are used to explain the business process that needs to be automated to support the eCommerce and mCommerce initiatives. Economic trends and emerging web and mobile computing technologies are explored to understand the technical, business, and social processes that are shaping the electronic marketplace. Offered Fall Semester, even-numbered years.
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MEBA 312 - Leadership and Organizational Behavior
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 250 , BS-Cybersecurity Operations and Management Major, or a minimum of 60 earned semester hours and BS-Nursing Major
Description: Modern organizations are characterized by constant change, market fluctuations, increased automation, and globalization. This course explores and examines the basic framework for leadership styles focuses on ethical leadership in times of change and crisis through use of case studies and examples. The course examines the behavior of individuals and groups in the modern global settings and concentrates on improving productivity, job satisfaction, team development and continuous improvement practices experiences. Offered Fall and Spring Semester, annually.
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MEBA 322 - Decision Theory
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MATH 280
Description: This course provides the student with general and applied decision theory. Decision making processes and biases are discussed within individual, group, and organizational levels. The student learns how decision biases can be leveraged to predict and “nudge” behavior and to improve impressions. Ethical considerations are also discussed. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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MEBA 330 - Sales and Sales Management
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 230
Description: This course examines sales management strategies, approaches and best practices in creating an adaptive sales force. Areas explored include the human dimension of hiring and firing employees, how to look proactively at how to market and sell in a global and technological environment and identify where people skills and competencies are vitally important. The productivity and assessment of the sales force, through motivation and training, are also explored. Methods to advertise and sell over the Internet are studied. Current events, market trends and areas, and regional associations for the various sales trades are covered. Offered As needed.
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MEBA 335 - Business Law and Ethics
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 110
Description: The purpose of this course is to define fundamental legal terminology regarding contracts, torts, property, and wills, as well as differentiate between business ethics and legal issues. The course provides the student with foundational information about the U.S. legal system and dispute resolution and their impact on business. The major content areas include general principles of law, the U.S. Constitution, legal systems, the relationship between law and ethics, contracts, sales, torts, agency law, intellectual property, and business law in the global context. Offered Fall and Spring Semester, annually.
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MEBA 340 - Introduction to Innovation and Design Thinking
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 110
Description: This course introduces the student to the tools and mindset required to be an innovator and an entrepreneur. Through innovation, design thinking, and entrepreneurship, this course leads the student through the processes used for finding problems worth solving and mobilizing the resources to solve them. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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MEBA 350 - Finance
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 225
Description: This course builds on MEBA 225 Accounting. The student will learn how to analyze firms’ financial statements and disclosures and determine how to use financial statements in valuation of a firm’s strategy and future. This course is very applied and uses data from a variety of sources, especially data generated from the student’s experiential projects. The student will acquire an understanding of both the “how” of accounting procedures and the underlying reasons “why” these practices are adopted. These skills are essential for pursuing a broad range of professions in management, analysis, entrepreneurialism, law, and finance. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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MEBA 352 - Consumer Behavior
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 230
Description: This course includes an understanding of consumer behavior in the digital marketplace and the foundation for digital marketing strategy. The student is introduced to consumer segmentation, use of consumer research, and trends in adoption of digital media. Exploration for channels of digital communications including desktop, mobile, tablet, gaming and TV are discussed and analyzed. The student is shown how to plan and execute basic consumer research using digital tools and the use of CRM (customer relationship management) tools to track and market to different consumer types. Offered As needed.
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MEBA 354 - Integrated Marketing Communications
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 230
Description: Agencies and individuals need to possess expertise in professional marketing practices and mediums. Integrated marketing merges all aspects of marketing communication such as advertising, sales promotion, public relations, direct marketing and social media, through a mix of tactics, methods, channels, media and activities into a unified user-centric strategy. Through critical evaluation and marketplace analysis, the student applies theories, utilizes frameworks, examines case studies, and integrates marketing practices in both team and individual projects. Offered As needed.
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MEBA 360 - Healthcare Systems
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: This course introduces the business, operational, and management aspects of healthcare. Through case studies and examples, the student is introduced to a wide range of healthcare topics such as healthcare business processes, healthcare clinical systems and services (patient care, physician support systems, healthcare networks), hospital systems, healthcare management, and government regulations. Offered Fall Semester, even-numbered years.
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MEBA 365 - Internship
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: SEMR 200 , SEMR 315 , or permission, an approved learning contract, permission of Office of Experiential Programs, designation of an appropriate academic advisor, and a site supervisor
Description: An internship allows the student to put theory into practice. The student applies classroom experiences to the workplace at an off-site placement, where ideas are tested and competencies and skills are developed. Throughout the internship, the student works regularly with a faculty supervisor, the Office of Experiential Programs, and a site supervisor who guide the learning process. The student integrates the collective observations, analyses, and reflections of this experiential team into an internship portfolio that showcases the accomplishments of the experience. The unique portfolio is constructed throughout the internship, and represents the evolutionary and dynamic nature of the learning process. Offered As needed.
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MEBA 375 - Statistics for Managers
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MATH 280 or BS Nursing Major
Description: This course applies statistical knowledge to business. The student explores the ability to define problems, form questions, collect data, analyze the data using inferential tools, and how to formulate and test hypotheses. The student is expected to master probability concepts within the realm of decision making. Offered As needed.
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MEBA 380 - Special Topics in Management Entrepreneurship, and Business Administration
(1 to 4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 110 and permission of the instructor
Description: This course covers emerging topics in business, entrepreneurship, management, and technology. The topics change as the field evolves but will span strategy, business models, and societal trends. Due to the nature of evolving topics, this course may not be eligible for repeat. Offered As needed.
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MEBA 381 - Special Topics in Digital Health
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 360 and permission of instructor
Description: This course covers emerging topics in Digital Health. The topics will change as the field evolves but will span digital healthcare management, security and privacy issues, the role of public policies and regulations in healthcare IT, electronic health records (EHR), and the growing role of information and communication technologies in global health. Offered Spring Semester, even-numbered years.
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MEBA 382 - Research Design and Methodology
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 322
Description: This course provides the student with the skills and knowledge needed to employ research methodologies in a business setting. Traditional experimental and quasi-experimental approaches will be covered. The student is shown how to use the scientific method to develop assessment tools, for market testing and product development, and to engage in targeted marketing. Offered As needed.
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MEBA 390 - Independent Study
(1 to 4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 110 and permission of the instructor
Description: This course is designed for the student who demonstrates an interest in an area of study not offered or who wishes to pursue a discipline in greater depth than possible through existing courses. An independent study counts as an elective and may not be used for accelerated or remedial credit. A learning contract between the student and instructor defines the responsibilities of the parties and specifies the learning objectives and standards for successful completion of the project. A calendar of meeting times and deadlines shall be a part of that contract. Offered as needed.
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MEBA 398 - Project I
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: SEMR 315 , an approved learning contract, permission of the Office of Experiential Programs and Online Bachelor’s Degree Program, designation of an appropriate academic advisor, and a minimum of 60 earned credits.
Description: This first project in the online degree student’s experiential program challenges the student to identify, investigate and analyze a particular topic in the program of study or a concentration. A key objective is to apply skills, methods, and knowledge obtained in prior courses with independent thinking and research; the final product represents the successful and purposeful application of knowledge. The project is undertaken with the close mentorship of a faculty member and may involve a community partner. Projects can involve academic and/or scientific-based research, laboratory experiences, needs analysis or development plans for external organizations, or market studies and business plan proposals.
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MEBA 410 - Business Entrepreneurship in Practice
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 250
Description: The student will learn the process of how to create an innovation-based new venture. As a framework for this, we use the business planning process and the student develops the essential parts of a business plan and investor pitch as a useful vehicle to achieve this goal. The student works in teams to launch companies, working through issues of the market analysis, technology viability assessment, competitive positioning, team-building, product life-cycle planning, marketing strategy, sales channel analysis, and a strong emphasis on the entrepreneur as a sales person. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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MEBA 411 - Entrepreneurial Investment
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 250
Description: This course examines the elements of entrepreneurial finance, focusing on technology-based start-up ventures and the early stages of company development. This course addresses key questions which challenge all entrepreneurs: how much money can and should be raised; when it should be raised and from whom; what is a reasonable valuation of a company; and how funding, employment contracts, and exit decisions should be structured. This course aims to prepare the student for these decisions, both as an entrepreneur and venture capitalist. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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MEBA 420 - International Business and Strategies
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 220 and MEBA 230
Description: This course discusses how global markets impact managerial processes. The questions under investigation are how managers adapt their organizational practices to accommodate global and local cultures and businesses practices in different parts of the world. The course explores the best practices in global strategic management, organizational design, human resource processes and organizational behavior. Also discussed are business strategy, Porter Models, and micro-macro economics in global and extended enterprises. Global supply chains and global operation management, with an emphasis on total quality management (TQM), are also examined. Offered Spring Semester, even-numbered years.
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MEBA 425 - Product Management
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 230
Description: This course provides the student with the critical information needed to develop a product and brand strategy that generates both quick wins and long-term value. By completing this course, the student is in a position to create an activity plan to bring their brand strategy to life - both externally towards consumers and internally to employees. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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MEBA 432 - Management and Innovation Strategies
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 225 and MEBA 250
Description: To capture the high level of complexity under which strategic management takes place, this course predominantly uses the case method to examine how general managers create and maintain a competitive advantage for their organizations. The student examines critical strategic issues confronted by top executives of organizations, as well as take a general management and a multi-functional approach to these strategic issues by using all the core business functions. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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MEBA 470 - Business Systems Analysis, Modeling and Design
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 110 or CISC 300
Description: This course prepares the student to analyze business information systems and to build models and logical designs that can be implemented later. Emphasis is on understanding the business processes and business requirements and building conceptual models that help in the analysis of business requirements. Complex systems and to build designs and architectures that can satisfy the business requirements are discussed. The course emphasizes business process modeling, business patterns, object orientation, design patterns and component-based design approaches. Topics include modern system life cycles, project management, BRODE (buy, rent, outsource, develop, extend) strategies in system building, business system modeling, requirements analysis, conceptual design, architectures, physical design, and design for the modern mobile systems with security and integration considerations. Offered Fall Semester, odd-numbered years.
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MEBA 472 - Business Intelligence and Decision Support Systems
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 225 and MEBA 230
Description: Modern electronically-enabled enterprises rely increasingly on knowledge that needs to be managed and processed through a variety of intelligent tools. This course covers the vital issue of business intelligence and knowledge management in modern enterprises and discusses how decision support and expert systems tools can be used for effective decision making in organizations. Topics include artificial intelligence in a business context, business intelligence and business analytics, data mining, data warehousing, click stream mining, knowledge management, decision support and expert systems, artificial intelligence principles, neural networks, learning systems, and intelligent agents in a business context. Offered As needed.
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MEBA 480 - Enterprise Architectures and Integration for a Global Economy
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 310
Description: Modern digital enterprises are characterized by increased automation, mobile services, extended B2B operations with global business partners, and on-demand business services. The main concern in such enterprises is to architect and integrate a very wide range of services quickly and effectively. This course highlights the role of information and communication technologies, enterprise models, and emerging service oriented architectures (SOA) standards in developing flexible and integrated business architectures. Offered Spring Semester, even-numbered years.
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MEBA 482 - Quantitative Methods in Managerial Decision-Making
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 375 and MEBA 382
Description: This course provides the student with a solid foundation in the statistical methodologies required for quantitative decision-making. The student is shown how to identify the correct statistical analysis to perform given the research question and the format (type) of data. Correlation, t-tests, chi-square, regression, and analysis of variance (ANOVA) will be covered, and the student practices how to perform these analyses using both Excel and R. Focus is placed on the use of statistical results to make informed decisions in a business context (e.g., A|B testing, assessment, and systems optimization). Offered As needed.
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MEBA 485 - Marketing Analytics
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 375
Description: This course introduces the student to researching the needs and wants of customers. The student performs statistical analysis on multiple factors involved in developing marketing campaigns, such as pricing, digital marketing, multiple marketing channels, segmentation, and others. Offered As needed.
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MEBA 488 - Marketing Research
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 375 and MEBA 230
Description: This course uses marketing research to make business decisions. The student identifies a marketing problem, collects marketing data regarding the stated problem, analyzes the collected data, interprets findings, presents implications and findings; and applies findings as proposed business actions. The student’s research includes quantitative, qualitative and mixed method approaches; they collect data using questionnaires (close and open-ended), focus groups, panels, interviews (structured and unstructured) and to analyze and interpret the results. Offered As needed.
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MEBA 498 - Project II
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 298 or MEBA 398 , an approved learning contract, permission of the Office of Experiential Programs, designation of an appropriate academic advisor
Description: This project must be in the student’s program of study or concentration(s). It should demonstrate application of the skills, methods, and knowledge of the discipline to solve a problem or answer a question representative of the type to be encountered in the student’s profession. As with Project I, this is undertaken with the close mentorship of a faculty member, and may involve a community partner. The ideal project has a clear purpose that builds directly upon the learning that occurs within the student’s first project and internship. Offered As needed.
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MEBA 499 - Occupational Practicum
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MEBA 398 , MEBA 498 , an approved learning contract, permission of the Offices of Experiential Programs and the Online Bachelor’s Degree Program.
Description: The two projects in the experiential program challenges students to identify, investigate and analyze a particular topic in the program of study or a concentration and apply it. This Occupational Practicum offers the online degree student an expanded opportunity to delve deeper into their existing project(s) and/or work with a professional practitioner (community partner) to apply previous research, knowledge, and skills to develop a new product, proposal, service, needs assessment, unit/department launching, or other organizational entity related to the online student’s career path. The student is expected to transfer theory into extended application and practice. The Occupational Practicum assists the student in the completion of their ePortfolio. It is an alternative to MEBA 365 Internship; the student needs to complete one or the other.
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MATH 081 - Prealgebra
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Placement by assessment
Description: This course is offered to the student who needs additional preparation in algebra or who has been away from mathematics for several years. Subject areas to be covered include: arithmetic of whole numbers, fraction and decimals, ratios and percent’s, and basic algebraic concepts. Math study skills are an integral part of this course. Prepares the student for College Algebra. Credit does not count towards graduation requirements. Offered Each semester, annually.
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MATH 082 - Prealgebra Recitation
(0 semester hour)
Prerequisites: IP grade in MATH 081
Description: This course is required for the student who earned a grade of in progress (IP) in MATH 081 in a previous semester. The student has the opportunity to complete topics presented in MATH 081 under the supervision of an instructor on a scheduled basis. Offered As needed.
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MATH 104 - Special Topics
(1 to 3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Based on topic(s) covered or permission of instructor
Description: This course covers topics in Mathematics. Due to the nature of evolving topics, this course may not be eligible for repeat. Offered As needed.
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