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2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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LAS 3020 Caribbean Culture and Literature of the Twentieth Century
A study of the social and literary traditions of the Spanish-speaking Caribbean (Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and Cuba) within the context of the Caribbean Basin. Emphasis is given to the major literary and social works from the Modernismo to the present. Representative works by Bosch, Brull, Cabrera Infante, Carpentier, del Cabral, Ferre, Florit, Guillen, Henriquez Urena, Llorens Torres, Lima, Pales Matos, and others. Cross Listed Course(s): (Cross-listed with SPAN 3020 .)
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3040 Cultural Studies II: Latin America
A contemporary cultural theory-based approach to the study of Latin America’s social and political institutions, art, literature, and philosophy. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2110 Cross Listed Course(s): (Cross-listed with SPAN 3040 .)
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3050 Latino Cultural Studies
A study of the culture of the Latinos in the United States surveying the most representative cultural, social, and artistic contributions of Latinos to mainstream United States culture. Includes a study of the literature, music, theater, and cultural trends. The course focuses on the cultural production of Chicanos, Cuban-Americans, Dominican-Americans, Puerto Ricans, and others. Taught in English and Spanish. Cross Listed Course(s): (Cross-listed with SPAN 3050 and ENG 3070 )
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3180 Caribbean Political Systems
A study of the culture of the Latinos in the United States surveying the most representative cultural, social, and artistic contributions of Latinos to mainstream United States culture. Includes a study of the literature, music, theater, and cultural trends. The course focuses on the cultural production of Chicanos, Cuban-Americans, Dominican-Americans, Puerto Ricans, and others. Taught in English and Spanish. Cross Listed Course(s): (Cross-listed with SPAN 3050 and ENG 3070 )
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3190 Race,Ethnicity and Health
The course examines the role of race and ethnicity in the production of unequal health outcomes. The course raises questions about the way race and ethnicity have been treated in health care research and presents a conceptual paradigm for examining the various levels at which racial dynamics impact the health status of diverse populations (with a focus on African-Americans and Latinos), and the process through which inequality in health status and outcomes is produced. The course readings focus on theories on race, ethnicity, and power; inequality in health status and health outcomes; analyses of racial dynamics in health outcomes; and issues of cultural competence in health care delivery. Students are encouraged to give critical thought to the question of what it means to deliver culturally competent care.
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3200 Puerto Rican Literature Since 1898
A selective study of the major figures and literary trends of Puerto Rican literature from 1898 to the present. Course describes the major narrative discourses and their response to the cultural, social and political changes as well as the sociopolitical crisis of the twentieth century. This course focuses on the topics of nation and identity in the Puerto Rican literary production. Puerto Rican cultural production is analyzaed in terms of the classical topic of nation and compares divergent discourses about identity and nation. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2210 AND SPAN 2500
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3210 Faces of Diversity
This course is an anthropological study of transnational migration to the United States from Asia (Vietnamese, Filipinos, Chinese, Koreans), Central and South America (Nicaraguans, Guatemalans, Salvadorans), and the Caribbean (Cubans, Jamaicans, Dominicans, Haitians, Trinidadians). The countries of origin are examined with a focus on why immigrants migrate. United States immigration acts and policies are examined along with reasons for the maintainence of some cultural factors. Racial and ethnic identity and identity change in transnational communities are explored. Structural assimilation is examined with a focus on the socioeconomic and sociopolitical status of the various immigrant groups.
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3220 Race, Slavery, and the Black Experience in Latin American Literature
Explores the experience of race, slavery and the evolution of the Black experience in nineteenth and twentieth-century Hispanic Caribbean literature. Discussion focuses on the orgins, influences, and current directions of the discourse on race and racial affirmation. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2210 AND SPAN 2500
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3230 Haiti: History, People and Culture
Analysis of Haitian society and culture, both before and after the Revolution, to ascertain the nature and level of social transformation during the period of sovereignty and an examination of the impact of United States intervention on Haitian independence and development. In addition, the particular features of Haitian culture and its connectedness with its African cultural past are analyzed in light of the folk-elite and color-class contradiction that continue to characterize Haitian society and politics.
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3240 Nineteenth and Twentieth Century Latin American Women Writers
A study of the literary production of the Latin American women writers of the 19th and 20th centuries. The course includes the different genres in which the female writers have made a major contribution. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2500
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3270 The Latin American Short Story
A study of the Latin American short story from its origins to the early twenty-first century. It considers how these stories represent ethico-political views, violence, paranoia, mass culture, gender, race, and sexuality; and adapt and take part in important literary movements and modalities such as the testimony, adventure, magical realism, detective fiction, science fiction, and historical fiction. The course also offers students the opportunity to pursue work in the art of writing short stories. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite(s): LAS 2010
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3290 Migration and Displacement in Spanish Literatures
This course explores migration and displacement theories as they apply to the narrative and film of Spanish migration. It studies the flow of peoples between Latin America and Spain and between African countries and Spain. Students will utilize theories learned int he course to identify and analyze specific case studies within their community dealing with problems such as displaced identities, language, legal and educational barriers, and anti-immigrant discourses. This is a Technology Intensive course. The course is taught fully in Spanish. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2500
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3340 Geography of Latin America
This course focuses on a geographical analysis of Latin America as a major world region.It examines the physical, environmental, and human (social, cultural, economic, demographic and political)factors that have shaped and continue to shape the region’s geography, and define its distinctiveness from other regions of the world. It also explores the nature, dyanamics, and dimensions of the social, economic, demographic, and political interactions between Latin America and other world regions (North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, etc)in the context of an increasingly globalized world, and the implications of these relationships for the geography of the region.
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3350 Modern Latin American Theater
A study of the evolution of the Latin American theater from its origins in the nineteenth century to the present. Representative works by Arrivi, Buenaventura, Dragun, Gorostiza, Marques, Solorzano, Sigli, Villaurrutia, Wolff, and others are studied. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2110 Cross Listed Course(s): (Cross-listed with SPAN 3350 .)
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3360 Latina Testimonios
This course is an introduction to the similarities and differences in migration/annexation/coloniation and consequential social status informing the experience of Latinas in the United States. Special attention is paid to sujectivity and representation by social signifers such as gender, race, class, and sexualities. While the course title assumes a pan-ethnic label, the course explores the complex diversity of women who trace their ancestry to geographical areas including Mexico, Puerto Rico, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic. Prerequisite(s): (AWS 1500 OR AWS 1550 OR WGS 1100 OR WGS 1500 ) AND (ENG 1100 OR LAS 2010 )
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3370 Politics of Latin America
An examination of the nature of Latin American politics and the reality of current political institutions and movements in this Third World area. U.S. policy toward the region is analyzed. Debt, trade, immigration, democratization and related issues are analyzed for such countries as Mexico, Cuba, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Uruguay.
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3380 The Literature of Spanish America to Modernismo
Studies the main literary currents, authors, and works from the Colonial period to the 1870s. Emphasis is given to particular authors who have made a significant contribution to the literary personality of Latin America. The study starts with the diaries of Christopher Columbus and continues until the first literary movement originated in Latin America, Modernismo. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2500 Cross Listed Course(s): (Cross-listed with SPAN 3380 .)
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3390 Modern Literature of Spanish America
A study of main developments, literary currents and representative authors from 1888 until the present. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2500
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3400 Narratives of the Mexican Revolution
An overview of the narratives of the Mexican revolution from those that depict the conditions that prompted the armed movement to those that portray the disillusionment of a failed and betrayed revolution. The course examines the cultural productions of the Mexican revolution (not only literature, but cinema and plastic art as well as music) as symptoms as well as signifying processes. It explores how these are the result of a variety of beliefs, literary traditions, and social and political practices. The narratives of the Mexican revolution are thus read as signs of these processes at work, symptoms of conditions of the socio-historical context in which they arose. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2210 AND SPAN 2500
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3410 Contemporary Dominican Literature
A selective study of the major figures and literary trends of contemporary Dominican literature. This course describes the different narrative discourse and their response to the cultural, social and political changes as well as the crisis of modernity. The cultural production is analyzed in terms of the dismantling of traditional values, the structure languages rupture and the voices of social diversity. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2210 AND SPAN 2500
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3420 Contemporary Caribbean Societies
Examines the major problems facing the Caribbean today. The focus is on the present factors affecting the development of Caribbean societies and the difficulties confronting national and regional efforts to transform their economies. The basic economic, political, and cultural features of the Caribbean are defined and analyzed. Attention is also given to initiatives at regional integration as well as changing United States-Caribbean relations.
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3430 The Novel of Latin America
A study of the major authors of the last forty years and their works. The course emphasizes Boom and post-Boom narrative. Historical, aesthetic, and social developments, and philosophical influences are some of the main areas covered in the course. Taught in Spanish. Cross Listed Course(s): SPAN 3430
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3440 20th Century Mexican Art
This course examines the arts of the twentieth century Mexico, from the mural movement of the 1920s, to folk art, photography, and film. Emphasis is placed on social context, identity, and individuals such as Orozco, Kahlo, Alvarez Bravo, and Tamayo. This course is Writing Intensive.
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3450 Novel of Spanish America to Modernismo
A study of major novels and short stories written by the most significant authors of Spanish America. Historical, aesthetic, and social developments, as well as philosophical influences, are the main themes studied in this course. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2500
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3530 Race and Slavery in Americas
This course examines the institution of slavery. It focuses especially on the trade of African men and women to the Americas and within the Spanish, Portuguese, and English empires. It also examines the “race relations” that developed out of these various segments of the New World.
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3590 Cultural Change Latin America
The origin and development of processes of cultural change in Latin America. The course gives the student an opportunity to learn about the cultural institutions of highly developed indigenous cultures and their influences upon present-day Latin American cultures. It also examines current writings on Latin America that deal with social change, and helps the student develop scientific objectivity (an anthropological prerequisite) in the analysis of the social problems resulting from change. Particularly useful for international management majors.
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3610 Brazilian Literature in Translation
This course explores the historical and aesthetic development of Brazilian literature from the colonial era, through Romanticism, Realism, Naturalism, and Parnassianism, and to the avant-garde experiments of the early twentieth century. Cross Listed Course(s): PORT 3610
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3740 Changing Directions in Latin American Cinema
Course explores the historical and aesthetic development of Latin American cinema from its origins to the current post-national era. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2210 AND SPAN 2500 Cross Listed Course(s): SPAN 3740
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3760 Global Sociology
The course examines different perspectives and issues in contemporary global sociology. Particular attention is given to non-Western sociological views and perspectives. A number of social inequality issues are analyzed within a global context to examine the international dimension of issues in contemprary society. In addition, students gain an understanding of conducting and implementing research on international development issues (non-Western course).
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3800 Colonial Latin America
A review of the Ibero-Indian-African background of Latin America. Also deals with the discovery and conquest of the area; Spain’s and Portugal’s imperial policies; political, economic, and social developments of the colonial society, and the wars for independence.
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3810 Modern Latin America
Such topics as problems of early nationhood; caudillismo versus modern dictatorships and quest for democracy; difficulties in moving from a colonial to a national economy; and the social tensions of a society in transition are explored with consideration given to Latin America’s role in world affairs and relationships with the United States.
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3820 The Spanish Caribbean
A survey of Caribbean history from Columbus to Castro, stressing the important changes that occurred in the 1950s when the Caribbean became a focal point of the struggle between different world interests and ideologies.
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3830 Modern Brazil
This course is designed to introduce students to the making of modern Brazil. The course examines Brazil’s history from the the arrival of the Portuguese crown in 1808 until the present day. Along with the political and economic history of Brazil, it focuses on social history and popular culture.
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3840 Mexican Revolution
This course is an in-depth study of the Mexican Revolution of 1910-1917. The course begins with Mexican independence from Spain in 1810 and traces the roots of the Mexican Revolution through the pre-Revolutionary Porfiriato (1867-1910). It also focuses on the socioeconomic and political impact in the post-Revolutionary period from 1920 to 1940. In short, the Mexican Revolution is a vehicle for studying the emergence of the modern Mexican nation.
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3850 Nineteenth Century Latin America: 1810-1910
This course examines the economic, social, political, and cultural processes and attempts to offer an interpretative synthesis of the intricate struggles around the definition of nationhood within the countries of the region. For this reason, most of the course focuses on the development of a sense of belonging to a nation among the conglomerate of peoples which made up the different countries in the nineteenth century. Particular attention is paid to the human dimension of these large social, economic, and political processes. We examine the history of conflict,accommodation, and resistance among the various ethnic and social groups that made up nineteenth-century society. Prerequisite(s): HIST 1010
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3860 Business Economics of Latin America
Economic issues arising in the transition to more democratic and market-oriented institutions and how these issues challenge business practices in private sector firms and organizations in Latin America. Prerequisite(s): ECON 2020 OR LAS 2010
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3870 Colonial Brazil
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the foundational period of contemporary Brazil. It examines the peculiar pattern of Portuguese colonial expansion in the Americas and its social, political, economic, and cultural impact on the Tupinamba and Aimore indigenous population of coastal Brazil. The course also analyzes the rise of African slavery in Brazil as a direct consequence of native labor shortages in the production of sugar. Most of the course, however, focuses on the interactions, exchanges, and transformations of Brazil’s diverse populations and social groups from the sixteenth century to 1822. Particular attention is paid to the way in which the Portuguese colonial heritage impacted Brazil’s emergence as a modern nation-state after independence in 1822.
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3880 Latino History to 1898
A history of the formation of Mexican, Cuban, and Puerto Rican communities and cultures in U.S. society from the Spanish Conquest in the fifteenth century through the late nineteenth century. It covers the U.S. conquest of Mexican territories in the Southwest; land loss and occupational mobility; community and cultural formation; and cultural interaction. It also examines relations among Latina/os and European immigrants, and considers the effects of U.S. intervention and imperialism in Latin America on U.S. Latino communities. Prerequisite(s): HIST 1010
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3890 Latino History Since 1898
A twentieth-century history of people of Latin American descent (Latinos/as) living in the United States. The course focuses on the four largest Latina/o groups (Mexicans, Puerto Ricans, Cubans, and Dominicans), and covers migration patterns, cultural interactions, community and cultural formation, and racial formations. It also examines relations among Latina/os and European immigrants, and considers the effects of U.S. intervention and imperialism in Latin America on U.S. Latino communities. Prerequisite(s): HIST 1010
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 3990 Selected Topics
Examine a topic on Latin America not covered by an existing course.
Credits: 1.0 - 6.0
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LAS 4330 Comparative Revolution
A comparative study of revolution as a historical phenomenon. An analysis of various theoretical models of revolutionary change provides the conceptual tools with which to compare revolutions in different historical and cultural settings. Major attention is focused on an intensive analysis of selected major revolutions. Prerequisite(s): HIST 2600
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 4360 The Modern Latin American Essay
A selective study of the most representative works by essay writers in Latin America. Emphasis is placed on those writers who have shaped the continental vision of the Latin American society. Writers include Arciniegas, Castro, Fernandez Retamar, Fuentes, Henriquez Urena, de Hostos, Mariategui, Paz, Picon Salas, Reyes, Rojas, Vasconcelos, Varona, and others. Taught in Spanish. Cross Listed Course(s): SPAN 4360
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 4370 Modernismo: Prose and Poetry
A study of the Modernismo literary movement in Latin America from its beginning in the 1870’s to its conclusion in the 1930’s. Different genres, authors, and modalities are emphasized whenever the course is offered. The scope is multinational, and it includes the various generations that constitute the movement. Authors included are del Casals, Dario, Diaz Rodriguez, Gutierrez Najera, Herrera y Reissig, Lugones, Marti, Nervo, Reyes, Santos Chocano, Valencia, and Collado Martell. Taught in Spnaish. Cross Listed Course(s): SPAN 4370
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 4800 Latin American Senior Seminar
This seminar is required of all Latin American Studies majors. Topics vary, depending on the discipline and the participating faculty member’s field of expertise. The seminar is intended for upper-level students in the major or for non-majors with some background in Latin American studies or the seminar topic. Prerequisite(s): LAS 2010
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 4870 Seminar Hispanic Cinema
Course provides students with an in-depth examination of a specific topic related to Peninsular Spanish cinema. Individual seminars may focus on an in-depth study of a director or movement, feminism and Spanish film, minority discourses, nationalism, etc. Despite the wide scope of issues the seminar may foreground, goals, objectives, outcomes, and assessments remain quite similar.
Credits: 3.0
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LAS 4990 Independent Study
As approved and to be arranged with instructor and by chairperson.
Credits: 1.0 - 6.0
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Latin |
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LAT 1100 Basic Latin I
Introduces the basic elements of classical Latin. The student is exposed to the cultural and historical background of the Romans as a means of understanding the Roman contribution to our age and culture. Students can only receive a grade higher than a C- in this course.
Credits: 3.0
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LAT 1110 Basic Latin II
Reading and translating complex forms of classical Latin, stressing correlations with the English language. Prerequisite(s): LAT 1100
Credits: 3.0
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LAT 2100 Intermediate Latin I
Course introduces students to the basic elements of Classical Latin. Students will be exposed to the cultural and historical background of the Romans as a means to understand Roman contribution to our age and culture. It also aims at developing students’ ability to detect the precise meaning of English words derived from the Latin language. Prerequisite(s): LAT 1110
Credits: 3.0
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LAT 3990 Selected Topics
A topic not covered by an existing course is offered as recommended by the department and approved by the dean.
Credits: 1.0 - 6.0
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LAT 4990 Independent Study
As approved and to be arranged.
Credits: 1.0 - 6.0
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Law |
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LAW 2010 Legal Environment of Business
Designed to familiarize students with the legal system with particular emphasis on the court system and administrative agents. Also includes examination of substantive areas such as antitrust, bankruptcy, corporate law, partnership, and securities regulations.
Credits: 3.0
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LAW 2510 Business Law I: Contracts
Designed to acquaint students with the laws of contracts. Examines concepts such as offer, acceptance, consideration, competent parties, legal subject matter, assignments, and third party beneficiaries. Scrutinizes defenses such as statute of fraud, infancy, insanity, and parole evidence.
Credits: 3.0
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LAW 2520 Business Law II: Sales and Negotiable Instruments
Acquaints students with Articles II, III, IV, and IX of the U.C.C. Critically examines concepts such as warranty, risky loss, bona fide purchases for value, products liability, negotiability, checks, notes, holder in due course, and secure transactions. Prerequisite(s): LAW 2510
Credits: 3.0
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LAW 3990 Selected Topics
A topic not covered by an existing course.
Credits: 1.0 - 6.0
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LAW 4990 Independent Study
A special project, supervised by a faculty advisor.
Credits: 1.0 - 6.0
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Liberal Studies |
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LBST 2010 Liberal Studies Colloquium
The portal course to Liberal Studies, the colloquium will vary thematically but will be guided by common objectives. The course introduces students to interdisciplinary, inquiry-based learning. It requires extensive engagement with reading material, substantial writing, library research, and use of instructional technology. These set the framework for the entire program. Colloquium topics may include, for example, “Life Span,” Gender and Society,” “Diasporas”, “War and Peace,” Technology and Society,” “Citizenship in a Global Age”, or “Individual Freedom and Social Obligation”.
Credits: 3.0
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LBST 2500 Liberal Studies and Community Engagement
In every society, individuals must struggle with balancing their own rights and freedoms with their responsibilities towards others. Liberal Studies and Community Engagement explores the ethical reasoning needed to bring individuals together into a community that allows connection and reciprocity while respecting individuals’ autonomy. This course covers topics in social justice and applied ethics such as: responsible citizenship in local, national, and global societies, economic inequality, corporate responsibility, environmental justice, animal rights, reproductive rights, euthanasia, the death penalty, and diversity and equality. The course also discusses strategies for engaging with ethical issues in the community and requires civic engagement projects in which ethical theory is applied.
Credits: 3.0
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LBST 4800 Senior Capstone Seminar
This seminar will draw on students’ experiences in the Liberal Studies Colloquium and in their two concentrations. Students will select an individual research topic that synthesizes interests they have developed within their concentrations. They will develop this topic throughout the term through extensive interdisciplinary research and writing. Students will share their projects with classmates through classroom presentations and/or online discussion groups, and will exchange detailed feedback with other students. Stuents will be expected not only to become experts on their topics, but also to teach their topics to their fellow students and to learn from their fellow students’ responses to their topics. Prerequisite(s): LBST 2010
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 1060 Basic Mathematics With Algebra
This course covers the arithmetic of whole numbers, signed numbers, fractions, decimals, and percents. The primary coverage of the course is polynomial arithmetic, algebraic expressions, factoring, solving equations (linear and quadratic) with applications, and graphing. Credits for this basic skills course are not applicable toward degree requirements.
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 1090 Mathematical Concepts
This course is intended to provide a wide ranging exposure to mathematical ideas expected of the liberal arts undergraduate. Topics include: Voting, Fair Division, Apportionment, Graphs and Networks, Consumer Finance, Statistics and Probability. The course is designed for students not majoring in business, the sciences or mathematics. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1060
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 1100 Contemporary Math
This course is intended to provide a wide ranging exposure to the mathematical ideas expected of a liberal arts graduate. Topics include Sets, Logic, Statistics, Probability, Number Systems and Problem Solving. The course is designed for students not majoring in business, the sciences or mathematics. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1060
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 1110 Algebra and Geometry with Applications
This is a course with emphasis on studying practical problems with mathematical models. Topics include: Problem solving, number theory, introduction to functions and modeling, systems of equations and matrices, exponential and logarithmic functions, linear inequalities in two variables and geometry. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1100
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 1150 College Algebra
To give students in mathematics, science, and computer science the algebraic tools necessary to be prepared for precalculus and calculus. Topics include: graphing lines, parabolas and cubis equations, review and applications of the quadratic equation, exponents, radicals and complex numbers, systems of three equations in three unknowns (both linear and nonlinear), polynomial division, midpoint formula, introduction to the six trigonometric functions, and three Pythagorean identities. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1060
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 1160 Precalculus
This course is a comprehensive study of exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Topics include function properties, exponential and logarithmic functions( their properties and graphs), solving exponential and logarithmic equations, trigonometric functions (their properties and graphs), trigonometric identities and solving trignometric equations. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1150 with a grade of C- or better.
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 1170 Business Math
A study of algebraic and transcendental functions, including their properties and graphs with a focus on applications to business. Topics include algebraic fundamentals, equations and inequalities, polynomial functions and graphs, exponential and logarithmic functions and mathematics of finance. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1060
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 1300 Elementary Statistics
This course studies the development of statistical concepts with applications to various disciplines. topics include descriptive and inferential statistical techniques. The latter are explained in terms of concets from probblility theory such as normal distribution, t-distribution, sampling theory, estimation, confidence intervals, hypotheis testing, t-test, Chi squate test, analysis of variance and regressiona nd correlation. The software package SPSS is used to perform statistical analysis. Emphasis is on understanding the concepts and problem solving using modern technology. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1060
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 1350 Algebra, Trigonometry and Functions
A comprehensive study of algebraic and elementary transcendental functions. topics include the real number system, solving equations and inequalities, function properties, algebraic functions and their graphs, exponential and logarithmic functions (their properies and graphs), solving exponential and logarithmic equations, trigonometric functions (their properites and graphs), trigonometric identities and solving rigonometric equations. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the chairperson is required.
Credits: 4.0
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MATH 1400 Quantitative Math I
An introduction to functions, equations, matrix algebra, linear programming, non-linear models and mathematics of finance. Topics include Equations and inequalitites, Functions and Graphs, Matrix Algebra, Linear Programming: Graphical Analysis as well as the Simplex Method, and Mathematics of Finance. Only for students in the Business college.
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 1450 Quantitative Math II
This course covers essential ideas of the calculus: functions, limits, continuity, differentiation and applications, antiderivatives, definite integrals, and multivariable calculus. Business applications are stressed. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1400
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 1600 Calculus I
This course explores calulus techniques and methods and teaches the use of technology to understand topics related to limits, continuity, differentiation and integration. Applications of calculus to problem solving in science, mathematics and other related areas are examined. Topics include limits and continuity of functions, the Intermediate Value Thorem, derivatives, differentiation rules, Rolle’s Theorem and the Mean Value Theorem, applications of differentiation, antiderivatives, definite integrals and the fundamental theorem of Calculus. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1160 OR MATH 1350 with a grade of C- or better.
Credits: 4.0
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MATH 1610 Calculus II
Indefinite and definite integrals and their estimation, introductory differential equations, applications of integration, techniques of integration, improper integrals, infinite series, and introduction to Taylor polynomials and approximations. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1600
Credits: 4.0
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MATH 2000 Logic and Methods of Higher Mathematics
An introduction to rigorous reasoning through logical and intuitive thinking. The course provides logical and rigorous mathematical background for study of advanced math course. Students are introduced investigating, developing, conjecturing, proving, and disproving mathematical results. Topics include formal logic, set theory, proofs, mathematical induction, partial ordering, relations, and functions. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1600
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 2010 Calculus III
Conic sections, rotation of axes, graphing and area in polar coordinates. Vectors and vector- valued functions, calculus of functions of several variables, including partial differentiation and multiple integrals. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1610
Credits: 4.0
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MATH 2020 Linear Algebra
An introductory course in the theory of linear transformations and vector spaces. Topics include systems of equations, matrices, determinants, inner product spaces, eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1610
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 2120 Survey of Mathematics
This course surveys number theory, graph theory, combinatorics, and the history of mathematics. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1610
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 2300 Statistics I
A rigorous course for math and science majors, covering measures of central tendency; measures of variation; graphical techniques for univariate and bivariate data; correlation and regression, probability, binomial and normal distributions; estimation; confidence interval; testing of hypotheses; contingency tables; analysis of variance; nonparametric methods. Use of packages such as SAS, Minitab, etc., is emphasized.
Credits: 4.0
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MATH 2600 Integrated Research Methods/Statistics II
This course focuses on refining a research question and designing appropriate methods to collect data. Writing the method, results, and discussion sections of the research report and basic statistical procedures are included in this course. Basic methods of experimental research are also covered. Prerequisite(s): CSH 1300 OR CSH 2500
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 3010 Modern Algebra
An introduction to groups, isomorphisms, rings, integral domains, fields and polynomial rings. Emphasis is placed on techniques of proofs. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2000 OR CSH 2600
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 3110 Number Theory
This is an introductory course in Number Theory for students interested in mathematics and the teaching of mathematics. The course covers basic notions of integers and sequences, divisibility, mathematical induction, prime numbers, the Fundamental Theorem of Arithmetic, Euclidean Algorithm, and the Diophantine Equations and Congruence Equations and their applications. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2000
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 3220 Differential Equations
A study of the methods of solution and applications of ordinary differential equations. Topics include first- and second-order equations, existence and uniqueness of solutions, separation of variables, exact equations, integrating factors, linear equations, undetermined coefficients, variation of parameters, transform methods, series solutions, systems of equations and elementary numerical methods. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1610
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 3230 Foundations of Geometry
Develops an axiomatic approach to the study of geometry with specific applications to finite and non-Euclidean geometries. Knowledge of Euclidean (high school) geometry is assumed. Prerequisite(s): (CS 2600 OR MATH 2000 ) AND MATH 1610
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 3240 Probability and Statistics
A mathematical treatment of probability theory. Topics include probability axioms, discrete and continuous random variables, probability distributions, mathematical expectation, basic discrete and coninuous distributions, and functions of random variables. Also covered are Central Limit Theorem, parameter estimation, cnofidence intervals, hypothesis testing, and linear regression. Software such as SAS or Minitab is used for hypothesis testing and regression problems. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1610
Credits: 4.0
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MATH 3260 Mathematical Models in Finance and Interest Theory
A course on the formulation, analysis, and interpretation of advanced mathematical models in finance and interest theory. Technology will be used to give students a hands-on experience in developing and solving their own models. The course will cover the basic fundamentals needed for the second actuarial exam. Applications to “real-world” problems in interest theory, including the development of complex annuity models, will also be studied. Although primary focus will be on the application of financial models developed in Kellison, the mathematical derivation and analysis of the formulae will also be covered. Financial models studied will include: the accumulation function and the special cases of simple and compound interest; nominal and effective interest and discount rates, and the force of interest -both constant and varying; Valuation of discrete and continuous streams of payments, including the case in which the interest conversion period differs from the payment period; geometrically and arithmetically varying annuity models; application of interest theory to amortization of lump sums, depreciation, mortgages, and additional financial models. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2010 (C+ or better) or MATH 2020 (C+ or better)
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 3320 Statistical Computing
In this course, students solve statistical problems on the computer with the help of statistical packages, such as SAS, BMD, Mystat, etc., and learn to interpret the outputs and draw inferences. Topics include analysis of variance with and without interactions, correlation and regression analysis, general linear models, multiple comparisons, and analysis of contingency tables. Prerequisite(s): MATH 3240
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 3340 Applied Regression Analysis
This is a comprehensive treatment of regression analysis course, statistical topics including: simple linear regression, least square estimates, ANOVA table, F-test, R-square, multiple regression, using dummy variables, selections of the “best subset” of predictor variable, checking model assumptions, and Logistic regression. The computer package SAS will be used through out the course and applications to real life data will be an intergral part of the course. Prerequisite(s): MATH 3240
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 3350 Introduction to Numerical Analysis
Treatment of numerical methods including numerical integration, numerical solution of equations and systems of equations, approximation of functions, numerical solutions of differential equations, applications and computer implementation of numerical methods. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2020 OR MATH 3220
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 3720 Mathematical Models for Biological Sciences
Lecture and computer-lab course on the formulation, analysis, and interpretation of mathematical models in biology and medicine. A computer laboratory will give students hands on experience in developing and analyzing their own models. Applications to “real-world” problems in diverse areas of biology will be emphasized. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1600 AND BIO 1630
Credits: 4.0
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MATH 3800 Linear and Nonlinear Optimization
Iterative Algorithms, oprimization process and Linear Programming (LP), including the Graphical method and simplex method. Duality and Sensitivity analysis, LP applications in business and health. Nonlinear Unconstrained problems and various Descent methods. Nonlinear Constrained optimization, including Primal, Penalty, and Barrier methods. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2020
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 3990 Selected Topics
A topic not covered by an existing course is offered as recommended by the department and approved by the dean. The number of credits for MATH 3990 may vary from 1 to 3 for a selected topic. MATH 3990 cannot be credited more than twice, each on a different topic, toward degree requirements.
Credits: 1.0 - 6.0
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MATH 4010 Applied Algebra
Concepts of modern algebra are applied to different areas. Topics include Boolean algebra and applications to switching theory; automata (finite state machines) and Turing machines; recursive functions and some ideas in theory of computability, groups, rings, polynomial rings, finite fields applied to coding theory, development of binary group codes, Hamming codes, B-C-H codes, relations of geometry and statistical block designs to codes; importance of codes in communications. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2020 OR MATH 3010
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 4110 Advanced Discrete Math
This is an advanced course in discrete mathematics, primarily dealing with discrete dynamical systems, algorithms, combinatorics and Graph Theory. Emphasis is placed on complexity of algorithms, on existence and optimization problems in Graph Theory and on associated algorithms. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2020 OR CS 2600
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 4120 Time Series Modeling
This is an applied statistical methods course in time series modeling of empirical data observed over time. Prerequisite(s): MATH 3340
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 4130 Experimental Design for Statistics
For processes of any kind that have measureable inputs and outputs, Designe of Experiments (DOE) methods guide you in the optimum selection of inputs for experiments, and in the analysis of results. Full factorial as well as fractional factorial designs are covered. Software such as SAS or S-Plus will be used for testing and regression problems. Prerequisite(s): MATH 3240
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 4150 Topics From Applied Math
Topics are selected from various branches of applied mathe-matics. The mathematical principles and theories involved are applied to problems in the physical sciences, mathematics, biological sciences, business and computer science. Prerequisite(s): MATH 3220
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 4210 Mathematical Statistics
A theoretical treatment of statistical topics including distribution theory, sampling, point and interval estimation, methods of estimation, properties of estimators; maximum likelihood estimation; Neyman-Pearson Lemma, hypothesis testing and linear models. Prerequisite(s): MATH 3240
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 4220 Complex Analysis
Elements of complex analysis. Topics include complex numbers, analytic functions, Cauchy integral theorem, Cauchy integral formula, power series and conformal mapping. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2010
Credits: 3.0
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MATH 4230 Real Analysis
A rigorous approach to the theory of functions of real variables. Topics include metric spaces and their properties, sequences, limits, continuity, uniform continuity, differentiability, integration, and Riemann-Stieltjes integral. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2010
Credits: 3.0
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