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HIST 5005 - The U.S. Civil War 3
Description: Explores the political, social and economic causes of the war, also the impact the war had on the home fronts of both North and South. Considers what effect the Northern implementation of “total war” had on civilian morale and the impact of African-American troops in the military.
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HIST 5006 - The U.S. Army and the Settlement of the West 3
This course investigates the U. S. Army’s role in the development of the Trans-Mississippi West. Students examine military contributions to exploration. Native American relations, Hispanic relations, economic development, transportation, public health, diplomacy and national policy are examined. The military’s roles as both the forerunner of Anglo-American civilization and the mediator with Native and Hispanic cultures are discussed.
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HIST 5007 - World War I 3
Students examine The Great War as the beginning of the 20th century wars and end of a Europe-centered world. The course includes military dimensions of the struggle - land, sea and air battles fought on three continents. Students choose research topic varying from military, economic, social, artistic, intellectual and diplomatic subjects.
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HIST 5008 - World War II 3
Operations, tactics, arms, intelligence and strategies employed by the major combatants are examined. Principle historiographical questions on topics such as Pearl Harbor attack and ethical implications of the atomic bombs use receive special attention, along with the American military’s role as an engine for democracy during the post-war occupations.
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HIST 5009 - Cold War I, 1945 to 1960 3
Key problems, sources, bibliography and research methods of the early Cold War are explored. The course includes a breakdown of the World War II alliance, the Korean War and emerging strategies of nuclear deterrence and guerrilla warfare.
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HIST 5010 - Cold War II, 1960 to 1991, and Aftermath 3
This course highlights the Vietnam conflict, the Reagan defense buildup and Operation Desert Storm. In addition, the impact of the Vietnam experience on the American political, economic and social landscapes during and after war will be considered.
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HIST 5011 - Cold War Political Diplomatic Issues 3
This course is an examination of the conflicts, crises and politics of the Cold War with special emphases on the German-Berlin problem, the Cuban Missile Crisis and the Middle East wars. Primary sources will be augmented with scholarly analyses and contemporary accounts to afford political and social perspectives.
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HIST 5012 - German Military History 3
This course explores the many strains of thought and political and technological developments that came together to make Germany a mighty power. Militarism, nationalism, autocracy, industrialism, totalitarianism and democracy are all themes featured as student examine how and why Germany gained such prominence.
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HIST 5013 - Navies and Empires 1900 to Present 3
Students investigate the uses of naval power in peace and war since 1900, using a comparative approach to naval leadership, strategy, tactics, technology, joint operations and social and cultural contexts. The navies of Great Britain, Germany, Imperial Japan, the Soviet Union and the United States receive the closest scrutiny.
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HIST 5014 - U.S. Military and American Society 3
This course includes analysis of interaction between the civilian population and the military during war. Students examine contributions and resistance of minority groups and women along with economic, political, social and cultural changes brought about by military conflicts. Primary sources, including diaries, letters and speeches, newspapers and magazines, present a picture of each crisis.
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HIST 5015 - Philosophical Perspectives on War and Justice: War and Ethics 3
Historical practice and ethical reflection suggest that military action by one state against another has moral limits. This course addresses both the question of when a country can justly go to war and what is ethically required of participants within a war.
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HIST 5016 - The Battle for God: Jihad, Herem and Other Theologies of War and Peace 3
Students investigate Holy war (ethnic cleansing) in Judaism, Christianity and Islam. The course includes examination of beliefs, values and historical traditions shared by religions and analyzes the theologies of war and peace in the Tenakh, the New Testament and the Quarn. Student also examine the fundamentalist “Battle for God” in these religions, concluding with an analysis of extremist groups.
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HIST 5017 - The Military in Nontraditional Roles 3
This course addresses non-combat roles performed by the U.S. military. The occupation of Germany and Japan after World War II, state building and peacekeeping missions around the globe are evaluated. Course content includes focus on democratization and cultural reorientation through political, educational, economic and cultural institutions.
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HIST 5018 - Special Operations Perspectives 3
This course focuses on the evolution of special operations forces during and since World War II. To the extent possible, anti-terrorist and clandestine measures by and in conjunction with military forces are examined first-hand using unclassified sources and scholarly assessments.
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HIST 5019 - Unconventional Warfare in History 3
Description: Students examine terrorism and other forms of unconventional warfare, including goals and methods of psychological, chemical and biological warfare. The ideal logical foundations of political, economic and social conditions associated with terrorist activities are analyzed.
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HIST 5021 - Islam as a World View 3
This course is a study of Islam that explores history. The life of Muhammed, the Quran and Hadiths, the Five Pillars, basic beliefs and values, diversions of war and peace, Islamic philosophy and the relationship among Judaism, Christianity and Islam are included in the course content.
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HIST 5022 - American Foreign Policy in the 20th Century 3
This course examines the history of American foreign policy with an emphasis on major wars (the World Wars, Korea, Vietnam and Persian Gulf), secondary conflicts overseas (Grenada, Panama), guerrilla combat (Philippine Insurrection, early Vietnam) and covert action (Cuba, Nicaragua, Iran, Guatemala).
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HIST 5023 - Directed Independent Readings 3
This course is designated to treat a variety of specialized topics. The professor and student can collaborate on specificity based on professor’s area of expertise and student’s needs. May be taken twice for a total of 6 semester hours.
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HIST 5024 - Thesis Research 3
To be taken twice for a total of 6 semester hours.
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HIST 5025 - Military Historiography and Criticism 3
This course includes readings in military history from ancient times to the present. Of particular interest are the impact of military thought on operations and the relationship between the military and society.
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HIST 5026 - European Military History 1789 to 1945 3
The development of military strategy, tactics, and technology in Europe from the French Revolution to the end of World War II.
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HIST 5027 - American Military History to 1919 3
The development and employment in peace and war of American Military Power on land and at sea from the American Revolution to the end of World War I.
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HIST 5028 - American Military History since 1919 3
The development and employment in peace and war of American Military Power on land, at sea and in the air since World War I.
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HIST 5030 - Thesis Research 6
Student will conduct research and write a thesis under supervision of designated faculty committee.
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HIST 5031 - The Samurai Tradition in Japanese History 3
This course will cover the history of the samurai class from its creation in the 8th-10th centuries to its dissolution in the 19th century. The rise of the samurai; the Gempel War; shogunal rule; the Warring States period; the Three Unifers; and the development of the bushido code.
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HIST 5032 - Medieval Warfare 3
This course examines warfare in the western tradition from the breakup of the Roman Empire (400 A.D.) to the rise of the modern nation state (1500 A.D.). The focus is on the development of military institutions and covers early feudal conflict, the Crusades and the 100 Years’ War.
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HIST 5033 - History of Airpower 3
This course examines the role of airpower in conflict since the beginning of manned flight. Included are the evolution of airpower technology and theory and their application in conflict.
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HIST 5034 - The Economy and Modern Warfare 3
Warfare taxes the resources and finances of the nation-state in unprecedented ways. This course examines macroeconomic linkages between the military and society including fiscal and monetary policy and inflation in the U. S. from the Civil War to the Gulf War. It includes logistics supply and market distortions in command economies.
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HIST 5036 - The Military History of Latin America 3
This course traces the evolution of warfare in Latin America and the role of the military in Latin American society. Major topics will include the major wars of the 19th century; the major 20th century Revolutions (Mexico, Cuba, and Nicaragua); and the military regimes of the 20th century.
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HIST 5038 - The Grand Strategy of the Russian Empire: A Military and Strategic History 4
This course will study the concept, emergence, and implementation of the strategy that became the plan for the creation of the Russian Empire. In addition to examining major conflicts, this course will also study the training of officers, the induction of soldiers, and the technological base of the Russian military from 1613-present.
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HIST 5040 - Introduction to Early American Historiography 3
This course will introduce students to the major historiographical relevant to the early North American experience. In addition to military issues, it will delve into imperial, constitutional, economic, religious questions from 1492-1865.
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HIST 5041 - Introduction to Early American Historiography since 1865 3
This course will introduce students to major historiographical arguments relevant to US history since 1865. It will delve into the growth of the US as a world power and explore divergent historical arguments of major historical periods.
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HIST 5950 - Teaching Social Studies in the Secondary Schools 3
Prerequisite: Milestone II
Emphasis on developing skills in unit development; lesson planning and modification for diverse learners; individualized instruction; questioning and formal discussions; teaching critical thinking, reading in the content fields, and effective strategies; formative and summative assessment; and classroom management. A minimum of 15 hours of field experience is required.
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HIST 5991 - Research Requirement Completion 1
For students not fulfilling graduate school research literacy requirement within one year after completion of course work. Enrollment required each subsequent semester. Tuition and fees for one credit hour must be paid every semester until research requirement is met.
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Humanities (Creative Arts) |
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HUM 5000 - Creativity Arts 3
Characteristics of creative people and their importance in present day society, means of fostering creativity, its application to the fine arts.
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HUM 5040 - Workshop in Elementary Music 3
Individual and group projects related to music instruction in the elementary grades, including selected materials and teaching methods such as Kodaly and Orff.
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HUM 5060 - Recent Trends in the Humanities 3
Incorporates philosophical trends, status studies and a projection of the humanities into future years. Study of community, state, federal and private agencies that are directly concerned with funding and encouraging the arts in American life.
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Journalism |
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JOUR 5450 - Public Relations Management 3
This program introduces many of the key aspects of public relations management through the readings and understanding of public relation principles and case studies.
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Leadership Science |
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LDSP 5000 - Current Issues and Cases 3
Based on a global and cross-discipline perspective, this course provides a study of the current trends and practices in public and private sector leadership. Students will read and discuss current news, research, and case studies and will be required to complete independent and collaborative projects. Instruction will be provided on where to track trends in leadership and how to use the case method. Specific topics may vary depending upon the current trends but will generally include personal mastery and leadership development, leading organizations into the future, values-based leadership and corporate citizenship, collaborative leadership, global leadership and diversity, stakeholder relations, knowledge management, a comparative study of the roles of leaders in business, public, and nonprofit (civil society) organizations, leadership and the grassroots and board levels, the impact of technology on leadership.
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LDSP 5100 - Leadership for the Scientist-Manager 3
The interplay between management and leadership will be addressed. Using readings, group discussions, case analyses, and self-assessments, this course will explore such management topics as hiring, motivating, and appraising employees. Leadership topics to be explored include prominent leadership theories and their practical application, and leading change in today’s multicultural workplace.
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LDSP 5110 - Organizational Innovation 3
Leadership can impact change and innovation in the organization. Circumstances often require balancing competing interests that include organizations, people, culture, and technology. This course explores the role of leadership in advancing and applying innovation and creativity.
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LDSP 5120 - Leadership Development Strategies for Organizations 3
Looking at theory, research, and practice, this course focuses on the process and structure of developing others as leaders. Topics include learning theory, models of training and development, mentorship, and the structuring experiences for leadership development.
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LDSP 5130 - Leadership Judgment and Decision Making 3
This course explores decision-making and problem-solving in diverse environments. Constrating viewpoints and approaches to decision-making and problem-solving are examined via readings and cases. Topics covered include decision ethics, impact on stakeholder, game theory, and framing.
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LDSP 5140 - Social Influence Processes 3
Examines Leadership as a process in which leaders influence others for the common good through a variety of tactics and strategies. Topics include negotiation, impression management, self-presentation processes, framing, attitude formation, groupthink, self-monitoring, self and collective identity, interpersonal influence, and followership.
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LDSP 5150 - Power, Ethics, and Leadership 3
This course examines the basic concepts and uses of leadership power and influence in the organization. Topics include the use, misuse, creation, and dispersion of power, ethical implications in the use of power and influence, and the interplay of power and related ideas.
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LDSP 5160 - Organizational Strategy for Leaders 3
Examines the strategic nature of leadership: how leaders create form and focus out of chaos to achieve goals. Drawing from diverse academic disciplines, topics include the evolution of strategic thinking, the application of strategy in various settings, and the relationship of strategy to systems, information, and execution.
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LDSP 5200 - Organizational Culture, Politics and Change 3
This course takes an interdisplinary look at leadership, organizational development, and change in organizations and groups. Students are exposed to structural, cultural, and political challenges that leaders face.
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Linguistics |
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LING 506A - History of English Language 3
The development of the English language from its earliest stages to the present time.
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LING 506B - Structure and Semantics 3
An investigation of current attitudes and theories in grammar, usage, semantics and morphology.
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LING 506C - History of the American English and Dialects 3
Description: The diachronic evolution of American English into its various dialects from World War II to the present. The focus is also on language awareness in standard English, prejudice and discrimination in language usage, cultural diversity, gender, taboo, censorship, media and advertising.
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LING 506D - Survey of Early Germanic Languages 3
Introduction to characteristic linguistic features of Gothic, Old Norse, Old Saxon, Old English, Old Frisian, Old Low Franconian, Old High German; examination of relationships between members of the early Germanic language family; overview of cultural/historical backgrounds of speakers of these early languages.
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Mathematics |
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MATH 530A - Special Problems 3
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MATH 530B - Special Problems 3
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MATH 577A - Selected Topics in Math 3
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MATH 577B - Selected Topics in Math 3
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MATH 1010 - Mathematical Thought and Practice 3
This course examines how different areas of mathematics explain and shape our world, as well as how we view and experience it. Students with high school deficiencies in mathematics must sign up for E-sections which include a mandatory lab.
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MATH 1110 - Algebraic Problem Solving 3
Prerequisite: MATH 1010 or 1530 with a grade of “C” or higher or ACT-M score of 19 or higher (or equivalent SAT or COMPASS score)
Students will learn important aspects of functions and their representations from a problem solving view point. The primary emphasis is meaningful use and interpretation of the language, symbols, and concepts of functions and their representations.
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MATH 1530 - Elements of Statistics 3
Prerequisite: Deficiencies in Reading and Writing must be removed before enrolling in this course.
Measures of central tendency and dispersion for descriptive statistics, estimations of confidence intervals for means and proportions, probability distributions, hypotheses testing, analysis of variance, the least squares method, and correlation analysis. Students with high school deficiencies in mathematics must sign up for E-sections which include a mandatory lab.
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MATH 1710 - College Algebra 3
Prerequisite: MATH 1010 or 1530 with a grade of “C” or higher or ACT-M score of 19 or higher (or equivalent SAT or COMPASS score)
A study of functions and their representations with emphasis on the use of functions in problem-solving and modeling contexts. Topics include polynomial functions, rational functions, power and root functions, inverse functions, and systems of equations.
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MATH 1730 - Precalculus 4
Prerequisite: MATH 1710 or 1110 with a grade of “C” or higher or ACT-M with score of 25 or higher
Analysis of functions and their graphs, inverse functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, theory of equations, conic sections, circular functions and their graphs, trigonometric identities and conditional equations, solutions of triangles, trigonometric form of complex numbers, DeMoivre’s Theorem, parametric and polar equations. Structured primarily to prepare students for Math 1910.
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MATH 1810 - Elements of Calculus 3
Prerequisite: MATH 1110 or 1710 or 1730 with a grade of “C” or higher or ACT-M score of 25 or higher
Designed for students whose major interest is outside the physical sciences but who require a working knowledge of calculus. Limits, the derivative, differentiation techniques, applications of differentiation, the definite integral, exponential and logarithmic functions, and applications of integration.
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MATH 5010 - History of Mathematics 3
Development of elementary mathematics and a study of the individuals who contributed to it.
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MATH 5020 - Geometry for Elementary and Middle School Teachers 3
Informal geometry, regular polygons, tessellations, transformations, measurement, deductive reasoning, constructions, topology and solid geometry.
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MATH 5030 - Problem Solving for Elementary and Middle School Teachers 3
An in-depth investigation of problem solving strategies and procedures, particular interests will be placed on problem solving in an algebra context.
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MATH 5040 - Number Theory for Elementary and Middle School Teachers 3
Students will examine issues of mathematical content and pedagogy in teaching number theory in grades K-8. Topics included, but not limited to, the following: different bases, divisibility, primes, factoring, the fundamental theorem of arithmetic, modulo arithmetic, Diophantine equations, logic, graph theory, and combinatorics. The course is designed for licensed elementary or middle school teachers.
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MATH 5050 - History of Mathematics for Teachers 3
Description: A study of history of number systems and elementary precalculus mathematics throughout the world. Emphasis will be placed on the viewpoint that mathematical growth is fundamentally connected with the languages, technology, governments, and individuals of the cultures which shape it.
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MATH 5060 - Probability and Statistics for Teachers 3
Students will examine issues of mathematical content and pedagogy in teaching probability and statistics.
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MATH 5070 - Methods, Materials and Strategies in Teaching Mathematics 3
Discussion of methods, aids, and materials used in teaching mathematics and strategies for their use.
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MATH 5080 - Mathematics in a Technological World 3
This course will explore the application of recent technologies to mathematical problem solving. It will further investigate the use of these technologies in teaching mathematics.
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MATH 5090 - Research in Mathematics Education 3
Description: Seminar-type course which examines current research related to teaching mathematics. Mathematics content and issues of pedagogy which arise in the research will be the major emphases in the course.
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MATH 5100 - Mathematical Concepts Development 3
Current research related to teaching mathematics, mathematics content and issues of pedagogy.
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MATH 5110 - Number Theory 3
Divisibility, properties of primes, analysis of congruence, quadratic residue and Diophantine analysis.
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MATH 5120 - Contemporary Programs in K-12 Mathematics 3
Discussion of contemporary programs in K-12 mathematics.
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MATH 5160 - Complex Analysis 3
The algebra of complex numbers, properties of analytical functions, elementary functions and mapping, complex integration, power series, residues and poles and conformal mapping.
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MATH 5170 - Finite Math 3
Prerequisite: Admission to the Professional Sciences Masters’ Program or permission of instructor
Description: Basic probability and matrix algebra with applications.
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MATH 5200 - Mathematical Content Pedagogy for Middle School 3
Using appropriate technology, students will investigate and apply concepts of algebra, geometry, trigonometry, probability, and calculus. The course will also address pedagogy in the middle school mathematics classroom. Field experience required.
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MATH 5210 - Topology 3
Sets, metric spaces, limits, continuous maps and homeomorphisms, connectedness and compact topological spaces.
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MATH 5240 - Probability 3
Cross Listed: STAT 5240
Prerequisite: MATH 1920 or equivalent (see undergraduate bulletin for course description)
Mathematical introduction to probability: sample spaces; probability functions; counting techniques; conditional probability, independence, total probability and Bayes’s rule; discrete and continuous random variables; expectation, median, variance; joint and conditional distributions; moment generating functions; laws of large numbers and the central limit theorem.
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MATH 5260 - Stochastic Processes 3
Cross Listed: STAT 5260
Prerequisite: MATH 4240 or STAT 4240 (see undergraduate bulletin for description) or MATH 5240 or STAT 5240
An introduction to stochastic processes with their applications: Poisson and compound Poisson processes; discrete and continuous time Markov chains; renewal theory; random walks and Brownian motion.
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MATH 5300 - Special Problems in Mathematics Education 3
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
This is an independent study to be planned to address special interests and needs of students.
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MATH 5350 - Calculus for Teachers 3
Prerequisite: MATH 1920
This course provides current and prospective high school teachers with an advanced treatment of calculus. The course content parallels the Advanced Placement (AP) Calculus syllabus, providing an indepth and rigorous treatment of the major calculus along with pedagogical insight from the growing body of research on teaching and learning calculus.
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MATH 5450 - Mathematical Models 3
Formation of mathematical models for problems in the biological, physical, social and management sciences. Applications of techniques from algebra, calculus, probability and other areas of mathematics to the study of these problems.
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MATH 5460 - Applied Mathematics 3
Analysis and solution of mathematical problems arising from scientific and industrial settings including mathematical models requiring differential equations. Writing and presentation of mathematical models and solutions.
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MATH 5500 - Modern Algebra 3
Relations, maps, abstract algebras, groups, rings, integral domains, order, morphisms, fields and factorization.
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MATH 5520 - Algebra for Teachers 3
This course provides current and prospective high school teachers with an advanced treatment of algebra to help them understand the connection between the mathematics that they will be teaching and the mathematics learned in college. Indepth coverage of the most important concepts of high school mathematics: real numbers, functions, equations, divisibility, congruence, and more.
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MATH 5640 - Geometry for Teachers 3
This course is an advanced treatment of geometry that connects and extends the mathematics taught in high school to college mathematics. It presents geometry with connections to algebra and analysis through a study of transformational geometry, Euclidean geometry, and trigonometry.
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MATH 5670 - Numerical Analysis 3
Digital computer programming, finite differences, numerical integration, matrix computations, numerical solutions of non-linear systems and differential equations.
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MATH 5710 - Advanced Calculus 3
Logic and proof, functions, cardinality, real numbers, sequences, limits, continuity, differentiation, integration, infinite series, sequences and series of function.
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MATH 5910 - Topics in Mathematics 1
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MATH 5920 - Topics in Mathematics 1
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MATH 5940 - Mathematics Education Research Paper 3
Prerequisite: Graduate Milestone II
This course is a field project in mathematics education to be determined by the student and the chair of the student’s graduate committee. The course should be taken at the end of the program of study.
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MATH 5950 - Research Paper 3
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Mathematics Education |
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MAED 500A - Number and Sense and Number Theory 1
New course description beginning Spring 2014: Students will examine issues of mathematical content and pedagogy in teaching about numeration systems and place value, decimals, fractions, percents, proportionality, number sense, integers, and number theory in grades K-8. Problem solving, number sense, and communicating with multiple representations are emphasized.
Previous Description: Topics include rational number system, algebra, and number theory. Emphases are problem solving, number sense, and communicating mathematics concepts with language, symbols, and concrete and pictorial representations.
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MAED 500B - Computation, Estimation and Measurement 1
Students will examine issues of mathematical content and pedagogy in teaching about computation, estimation and measurement in grades K-8. The course is designed primarily for in-service teachers.
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MAED 500C - Patterns, Functions and Algebraic Thinking 1
Students will examine issues of mathematical content and pedagogy in teaching about patterns and function to promote algebraic thinking in grades K-8. The course is designed primarily for in-service teachers.
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MAED 500D - Geometry and Spatial Sense 1
Students will examine issues of mathematical content and pedagogy in teaching about geometry and developing spatial sense in grades K-8. The course is designed primarily for in-service teachers.
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MAED 500E - Probability and Statistics 1
Students will examine issues of mathematical content and pedagogy in teaching about probability and problem solving.
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Management |
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MGT 5000 - Applied Business Research 3
Addresses research topics and methods managers encounter in the workplace with emphasis on the relationship of research and decision-making across all functions. Students will also explore the benefits of careful research designs, the dangers of research results that are inappropriately developed and the political aspects of research and using its conclusions will also be studied. Application of techniques of management science (queuing theory and linear programming) will be discussed.
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MGT 5010 - Business Foundations 3
Designed as the first course for non-business majors. Students are exposed to the competitive, fast-paced, constantly changing global business environment. This class offers students an overview of strategic planning, managerial and financial decision, employee relations, and ethical and social behavior.
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