May 21, 2024  
2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Japanese

  
  • JPN 0499 - Independent Study


    Fall & Spring 1-3 Credit Hours
    Individually directed study in Japanese. Course Charge: $5.00 Modern Language Voice Thread Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. The proposed study must be approved by the instructor, advisor, department head and dean in advance of enrollment.

Kinesiology

  
  • KINE 0101 - Introduction to Physical Activity


    Fall, Spring & Summer 1 Credit Hour
    Designed to assist students in developing proficiency in a physical activity to increase the likelihood of lifetime participation. Non-repeated activities may be taken a maximum of three times for credit. Course Charge: $10.00 Kinesiology Program Charge
  
  • KINE 0103 - Lifetime Wellness


    Fall, Spring & Summer 2 Credit Hours
    Designed to provide students with the knowledge and self-management skills that will assist them in adopting healthy lifestyles. The course will encompass all areas of wellness: physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and intellectual. Course Charge: $20.00 Kinesiology Program Charge
  
  • KINE 0113 - Wellness for the Health Professional


    Fall & Spring 2 Credit Hours
    Contemporary information about the beneficial effects of a healthy lifestyle and how to implement and live such a lifestyle. Required and limited to students studying in the Department of Kinesiology. Course Charge: $20.00 Kinesiology Program Charge
  
  • KINE 0114 - Fitness Programming and Assessment


    Fall & Spring 2 Credit Hours
    Designed to teach introductory theory and technique in exercise programming and testing. Techniques for conducting physical fitness assessments are studied. Tests of cardio-respiratory fitness, muscular strength and endurance, joint flexibility, and body composition. Course Charge: $20.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisite: KINE 0113  or KINE 0103 .
  
  • KINE 0135 - History and Philosophy of Physical Education


    Spring 2 Credit Hours
    Changing role of physical education from past to present as evidenced through the influence of the various philosophies. Course Charge: $20.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisite: KINE 0113  or concurrently.
  
  • KINE 0150 - Rules and Officiating of Team Sports


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    Knowledge and skills for officiating basketball, volleyball, softball, baseball, and football; officiating laboratory required in some areas. Course Charge: $30.00 Kinesiology Program Charge
  
  • KINE 0160 - Personal and Community Health


    Demand 2 Credit Hours
    Study of the major risk factors determining health status, with special consideration given to principles and practices of good health for individual and community concerns, including personal and community assessments, body mechanics, nutrition, legal and illegal substances, responsible sexual behavior, mental health, and the cause and prevention of disease. Course Charge: $20.00 Kinesiology Program Charge
  
  • KINE 0170 - Drug Education


    Demand 2 Credit Hours
    Examine the dimensions and problems of drug use and abuse in our society. Basic information on drug classifications, as well as specific content areas dealing with pharmacology, legislation, drug testing, drug education, and prevention efforts will be covered. Key societal influences will be addressed including drugs in the workplace, in sports, in medicine, and throughout our culture. Course Charge: $20.00 Kinesiology Program Charge
  
  • KINE 0220 - First Aid and Sport Safety


    Fall, Spring & Summer 2 Credit Hours
    Designed to offer students the knowledge and skills necessary to sustain life, in an emergency situation, by minimizing the consequences of injury and sudden illness until medical help arrives. Strategies for providing a safe environment for athletes and injury prevention will also be presented. Students receive certification through the American Red Cross in First Aid, CPR and AED adult and pediatric. Course Charge: $45.00 Kinesiology Special Course Chg, $20.00 Kinesiology Program Charge
  
  • KINE 0251 - Lifetime Activities


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    Knowledge, skill development, skill analysis, assessment, and pedagogy of selected lifetime activities commonly found in the school physical education curriculum. Students are expected to demonstrate a minimum level of proficiency in various activities. Enrollment restricted to Physical Education candidates.  Course Charge: $30.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisite: KINE 0113 .
  
  • KINE 0252 - Team & Ind. Sports Instruction


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Knowledge, skill development, skill analysis, assessment, and pedagogy of selected team and individual sport activities commonly found in the school physical education curriculum. Students are expected to demonstrate a minimum level of proficiency in various activities. Enrollment restricted to Physical Education candidates.  Course Charge: $30.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisite: KINE 0113 .
  
  • KINE 0255 - Dance & Recreational Pursuits


    Fall & Spring 2 Credit Hours
    Students will develop and refine the content knowledge and pedagogical skills needed for instructing dance, rhythms, and lifelong leisure activities. Course Charge: $20.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisite: KINE 0113 .
  
  • KINE 0292 - Theory and Technique of Strength Training


    Fall & Spring 2 Credit Hours
    Designed to assist health promotion professionals with designing and implementing strength training programs and with weight room management. Required and limited to students studying in the Department of Kinesiology. Required and limited to students studying in the Department of Kinesiology. Course Charge: $20.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisite: KINE 0113 .
  
  • KINE 0295 - Orientation to Health Promotion and Wellness


    Fall & Spring 1 Credit Hour
    Provides an orientation to health promotion. Students will gain a greater understanding of careers within a variety of health promotion professions and will begin preparation for entry into these professions. A 10 clock-hour field-based component is a requirement of this course. Limited to Health Promotion and Wellness majors. This course provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to design, organize, and implement appropriate health promotion programs. Required and limited to students seeking a degree in Health Promotion and Wellness. Course Charge: $10.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisite: KINE 0103  or  KINE 0113 .
  
  • KINE 0298 - Topics in Kinesiology


    0-4 Credit Hours
  
  • KINE 0305 - Aging and Health


    Fall & Spring 2 Credit Hours
    Designed to explore the physiological process of aging and the role of interventions. Students will conduct assessments and participate in activities appropriate for the aging population. Course Charge: $20.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisite: KINE 0103  or KINE 0113  and ENG 0101  and ENG 0102  (can be concurrent), or ENG 0111  (can be concurrent).
  
  • KINE 0310 - Theory and Technique of Elementary Physical Education I


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    Designed to provide pedagogical knowledge and application necessary for instruction of physical education with the elementary school child. Emphasis on motor skill instruction and analysis, curricular design, lesson planning, and class management. Enrollment restricted to Physical Education majors. Course Charge: $30.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisite: KINE 0251  or KINE 0252 .
  
  • KINE 0311 - Physical Education for the Elementary School


    Fall & Spring 2 Credit Hours
    Provides elementary education candidates with the skill, content and pedagogical knowledge necessary to design and implement an interdisciplinary physical education program. Emphasis is on development of the total child through physical activity. Course Charge: $20.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisite: EDUC 0329  or concurrent enrollment in EDUC 0329 .
  
  • KINE 0312 - Theory and Technique of Elementary Physical Education II


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Designed to provide pedagogical knowledge and practical experience for instruction in the elementary school physical education setting. Emphasis on motor learning, physical fitness assessment, unit planning, and lifetime activity and sport instruction. Includes a 12-15 hour field experience.  Course Charge: $30.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisite: KINE 0310 .
  
  • KINE 0321 - Theory and Technique of Secondary Physical Education


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Offers pedagogical considerations necessary to develop teaching methodologies relative to lesson plan construction, class organization, and evaluation of students. Teaching sessions will provide the opportunity to experience a variety of teaching methods and organizational styles. Enrollment restricted to Physical Education majors. Course Charge: $30.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisite: KINE 0251  or KINE 0252 .
  
  • KINE 0325 - Practicum in Sports Medicine


    Demand 2 Credit Hours
    This course is designed to provide the student the opportunity to observe and participate in athletic training procedures performed on athletes in the MSSU athletic training facility. (80 hours). Can be repeated once for additional credit. Course Charge: $20.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisites: KINE 0220  and permission of instructor.
  
  • KINE 0332 - Theory and Technique of Movement and Rhythms


    Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Designed to develop content knowledge and pedagogical skill in the area of dance and rhythmic activities developmentally appropriate for the PK-6 elementary physical education curriculum. Emphasis on movement concepts through activities involving creative dance, singing games, dances of American origin, international folk dances, and a variety of rhythmic activities. Students are expected to demonstrate a minimum level of proficiency in activities.  Course Charge: $30.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisite: KINE 0251  or KINE 0252  
  
  • KINE 0340 - Motor Learning


    Fall, Spring & Summer 2 Credit Hours
    Motor learning will provide the teacher/practitioner skills to evaluate and analyze the processes that affect the learning of motor skills. Course content focuses on identification of physical, neurological, social, and psychological factors that influence the acquisition of motor skills. This course will provide a foundation from which practitioners can design instruction, refine and rehabilitate motor skills, and optimize performance. Course Charge: $20.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisites: KINE 0103  or KINE 0113  AND ENG 0102  or ENG 0111  AND PSY 0100  AND 60 hours.
  
  • KINE 0342 - Biomechanical Analysis of Movement


    Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
    A bio-mechanical approach to the study of forces on the human body with an emphasis on performance improvement, injury prevention, and rehabilitation in sport and exercise. Course Charge: $30.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisite: BIO 0180  or BIO 0201  or BIO 0221 , ENG 0101  and ENG 0102  (may be concurrent) OR ENG 0111  (may be concurrent), KINE 0103  or KINE 0113 , MATH 0125  or higher.
  
  • KINE 0345 - Tests and Measurements in Physical Education


    Fall & Spring 2 Credit Hours
    Designed to introduce students to the techniques of measuring and evaluating performance. Includes preparation and administration of skills, fitness, and written tests along with statistical procedures for data analysis. Course Charge: $20.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisites: ENG 0102   or ENG 0111  and KINE 0103  or KINE 0113 , KINE 0114 , and MATH 0125  or higher.
  
  • KINE 0351 - Exercise Interventions


    Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Designed around the study of skills and instructional strategies involved in selected lifetime activities commonly found in health and fitness environments. Enrollment restricted to Health Promotion and Wellness majors. Course Charge: $30.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisites: KINE 0103  or KINE 0113  and KINE 0114 .
  
  • KINE 0352 - Administration in Health Promotion


    Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Prepares students for administration of health promotion programs/interventions, exploring such areas as leadership, professional ethics, decision-making, capacity building and collaboration. Health promotion theories, models, and evidence-based strategies will be examined and applied to the process of planning, implementation and evaluation of health promotion programs. Required and limited to students seeking a degree in Health Promotion and Wellness. Course Charge: $30.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisites: KINE 0103  or KINE 0113 , ENG 0102  or ENG 0111 , and KINE 0295 .
  
  • KINE 0355 - Lifetime Sports Academy Practicum


    Summer 1 Credit Hour
    A one-week practicum designed to provide students with practical teaching experience of children in lifetime sports and recreational activities. The Lifetime Sports Academy is held annually on the campus of Missouri Southern State University during the second week of June and is open to all elementary-aged children. Required of Physical Education majors. Required of Physical Education majors. Course Charge: $10.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Can be repeated once for additional credit.
  
  • KINE 0365 - Psychological Aspects of Physical Education


    Fall 2 Credit Hours
    Behavior exhibited in the learning of skills and physical performance related to psychological concepts connected with the demands of physical activities. Particular attention given to self-efficacy, motivation, and participation and their effect on physical performance and personal wellness. Course Charge: $20.00 Kinesiology Program Charge
  
  • KINE 0366 - Social Aspects of Physical Education


    Spring 2 Credit Hours
    Knowledge of the sociological aspects of physical activity relevant to physical education in schools. Particular attention given to the role of physical activity in social, ethical, and moral development of citizens. Course Charge: $20.00 Kinesiology Program Charge
  
  • KINE 0367 - Socio-Psychological Aspects of Physical Education


    Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Behavior exhibited in the learning of skills and physical performance related to sociological and psychological concepts connected with the demands of physical activities. Particular attention is given to self-efficacy, motivation, and participation and their effect on physical performance and personal wellness. Course Charge: $30.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisite: KINE 0103  or KINE 0113 .
  
  • KINE 0370 - School Health Education


    Fall & Spring 2 Credit Hours
    This course provides the background knowledge and skills teachers need to implement comprehensive school health education at the grade levels in which they are certified. Course Charge: $45.00 Kinesiology Special Course Chg, $20.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisite: EDUC 0329  or concurrent enrollment in EDUC 0329 .
  
  • KINE 0375 - Physical Activity for Special Populations


    Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Provides information and strategies to assist professionals in designing and implementing appropriate physical activity programs for individuals with disabilities. Course includes out of class and off-campus activities. Course Charge: $30.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisites: KINE 0103  or KINE 0113 , PSY 0100 , ENG 0102   or ENG 0111 .
  
  • KINE 0380 - Research Methods in Health and Exercise Science


    Fall, Spring 2 Credit Hours
    Provides an introduction to different types of research, current research practices in health and exercise science, and applied experiences with designing research studies. Learning experiences include analyzing and interpreting research, designing a research study, writing a research proposal, and implementation*. Course Charge: $20.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisites: KINE 0103  or KINE 0113  , KINE 0114 , ENG 0102   or ENG 0111  , KINE 0345  or equivalent.
  
  • KINE 0385 - Nutrition for Human Development


    Fall, Spring & Summer 3 Credit Hours
    Students will examine nutrition associated with human development and performance. Emphasis on the physiological and biochemical basis of nutrient absorption and utilization. Particular attention will be given to evaluating and developing strategies for optimal nutrition at various life stages. Course Charge: $30.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisite: any biology or chemistry course, KINE 0103  or KINE 0113 , and ENG 0101  and ENG 0102  (may be taken concurrently) or ENG 0111  (may be taken concurrently).
  
  • KINE 0395 - Practicum in Wellness


    Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Students will gain experience in planning, implementing, and evaluating various aspects of health promotion programs. Knowledge of wellness programs will be enhanced by the development and refinement of skills appropriate to the discipline. Out of class opportunities will include working with organizations within the community. A 20 clock-hour field-based component is a requirement for this course. Prerequisites: KINE 295 and KINE 352 and KINE 103 or 113, and ENG 102 or ENG 111. Instructor approval. Course Charge: $45.00 Kinesiology Special Course Chg, $30.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisites: KINE 0295  and KINE 0352  and KINE 0103  or KINE 0113  , and ENG 0102  or ENG 0111  . Instructor approval.
  
  • KINE 0431 - Physiology of Exercise


    Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Designed for students already having prerequisite knowledge of human physiology. Emphasis is on human responses to varying levels of physiological conditioning and environment within which the exercise is taken. Course content includes physiological principles to better understand human physiology under exercise stress. Course Charge: $30.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisites: KINE 0103  or KINE 0113 , and BIO 0201  or BIO 0221  or BIO 0180 , and KINE 0342  and KINE 0385 .
  
  • KINE 0432 - Physiology of Exercise Laboratory


    Fall & Spring 2 Credit Hours
    Provides hands on experience in assessing certain physiological, anthropometric, and performance related measurements. Course Charge: $20.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisites: ENG 0101  and ENG 0102  or ENG 0111 , andKINE 0103  or KINE 0113 , and KINE 0431  (concurrent or prerequisite).
  
  • KINE 0434 - Clinical Physiology of Exercise Laboratory


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    Provides hands on experience in assessing certain physiological, anthropometric, and performance related measurements. Emphasis is placed on research methods used in the field of Exercise Physiology. Prerequisites: KINE 0103  or KINE 0113 , and BIO 0180  or  BIO 0221  or BIO 0201 , and KINE 0380  or PSY 0325  or PSC 0340  /SOC 0340  or HNRS 0400 . Prerequisite or co-requisite: KINE 0431 .

     

  
  • KINE 0438 - Applications in Physical Education


    Fall & Spring 1 Credit Hour
    This course is designed to prepare physical education teacher candidates for the transition from student to the professional semester and the teaching profession. Emphasis will be on writing in the profession, creating a professional learning log, discussion in preparation of the student teaching experience, pedagogy and assessments, creating a 21st century assessment plan, preparation of a personal professional portfolio, research and critical discussion of current issues, trends and expectations within the profession. Recertification in American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED is required. Restricted to Physical Education candidates the semester prior to student teaching. There will be additional supply costs associated with this course.Prerequisites: Jr. Block or concurrent enrollment. Course Charge: $45.00 Kinesiology Special Course Chg, $10.00 Kinesiology Program Charge
  
  • KINE 0450 - Prevention & Care of Injuries


    Fall, Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Designed to provide knowledge and skill related to the prevention, care and rehabilitation of athletic related injuries. Students receive certification through the American Red Cross in Basic Life Support (BLS). Course Charge: $50.00 Kinesiology Special Course Chg, $30.00 Kinesiology Program Charge Prerequisites: KINE 0220  (course may not be taken simultaneously) and KINE 0342  or permission of the department chair.
  
  • KINE 0488 - Wellness: A Lion Co-op Exp


    3 Credit Hours
    Will provide students with community engagement, and service learning opportunities focused on health and wellness. This is an interdisciplinary course where students will participate in both in interdisciplinary team project and a discipline specific project that is focused on the goals and objectives of the Lion Co-op and on expanding their understanding of the role of social determinants in health and wellness. Prerequisites: KINE 0103 , ENG 0102  /ENG 0111  and MATH 0125  and minimum of 60 hours.
  
  • KINE 0491 - Internship in Wellness


    Fall, Spring & Summer 6 Credit Hours
    Extensive, off-campus internship providing opportunity for students to be an integral component of a wellness or health promotion facility. Students and on-site supervisor will develop a contractual agreement that provides specific learning experiences for the internship. Prerequisites: Health Promotion and Wellness major, cumulative GPA 2.5, all major coursework completed, application for experience at least one semester in advance with consent of department.
  
  • KINE 0498 - Seminar in Health or Physical Education


    Fall & Spring 1-3 Credit Hours
    A thorough study of an advanced problem in health or physical education for selected students. Prerequisites: senior standing and permission of department head.
  
  • KINE 0499 - Independent Study


    Fall & Spring 1-3 Credit Hours
    Research of a problem or field of study relating to kinesiology. Material, content, credit, and schedule to be arranged by the department head. Prerequisites: senior standing, 3.0 GPA in major and permission of department head.

Logistics

  
  • LOGT 0340 - Principles of Transportation


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Principles of Transportation examines forms of transportation and institutional factors that influence transportation decisions; regulation, public policy, and other governmental variables are reviewed in detail. An introduction to physical distribution’s interaction with transportation is explored. Course Charge: $37.50 Engineer Tech/LOGT Crse Chg Prerequisite: MRKT 0300 .
  
  • LOGT 0345 - Business Logistics


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    A survey of the management of logistic functions in the firm, including physical supply and distribution activities such as transportation, storage facilities, inventory control, materials handling, warehousing, financing, and organization. Course Charge: $37.50 Engineer Tech/LOGT Crse Chg Prerequisite: MRKT 0300 .
  
  • LOGT 0360 - Supply Chain Management


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    A survey of basic supply chain management structures within and between organizations. Emphasis on collaboration and planning related to major functional areas required to organize the flow of products and services. Course Charge: $37.50 Engineer Tech/LOGT Crse Chg Prerequisite: MRKT 0300 .
  
  • LOGT 0491 - Logistics Professional Internship


    Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
    Intended to provide the student with real-world professional experience in the area of Logistics by working with an external organization. All internships must conform to institutional policy regarding the number of hours of work, the number of credit hours and written agreements with the cooperating business or agency. Students interested in pursuing an internship must start the application process the semester before they intend to work. Repeatable up to six credit hours. Graded credit/no credit. Course Charge: $18.00 Engineer Tech/LOGT Crse Chg Prerequisite: 60 hours, 3.0 GPA minimum, and department approval.

Management

  
  • MGMT 0237 - Using Information Systems


    Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Principles of information systems in the business environment. This course provides a basic understanding of data manipulation, evaluation and summarization to be used in the decision making process. Includes file management skills, Internet skills and the use of Microsoft Office programs. Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of the Windows operating system. Course Charge: $37.50 College of Business Program Ch Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of the Windows operating system.
  
  • MGMT 0298 - Topics in Management


    .5-3 Credit Hours
    Course Charge: $12.50 College of Business Program Ch
  
  • MGMT 0337 - Management Information Systems


    Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
    The course is designed to examine the use of information systems to support the management and business activities of an organization. The topics include: the fundamentals of hardware and software, database management, data communications, transaction processing information systems, decision support systems, information reporting systems, office automation, networks, tapping the internet, expert systems, problem analysis, system analysis and design, and current and future management information system trends. Course Charge: $37.50 College of Business Program Ch
  
  • MGMT 0350 - Fundamentals of Organizational Management


    Fall, Spring & Summer 3 Credit Hours
    A study of the fundamentals and functions of organizational management including planning, decision making, organization, leading, and controlling from individual and group behavior perspectives. Course Charge: $37.50 College of Business Program Ch Prerequisites: Junior standing and ENG 0101 /ENG 0102  or equivalent. Cross-listed as HS 0350 .
  
  • MGMT 0352 - Human Resources Management


    Fall, Spring & Demand 3 Credit Hours
    Human Resource Management includes the principles and practices of management with emphasis on the human factors, including procurement, development and maintenance of an effective work force. Course Charge: $37.50 College of Business Program Ch Prerequisite: MGMT 0350  or consent of instructor.
  
  • MGMT 0354 - Quality Management


    Fall, Spring & Summer 3 Credit Hours
    Quality Management (QM) is an overview of an evolving philosophy for continuous improvement of products, processes, and services to enhance quality while reducing costs. It is a management/technical/cultural approach to the integration of all systems and processes of an enterprise to achieve “customer” satisfaction. Course Charge: $37.50 College of Business Program Ch Prerequisites: MGMT 0350 , or consent of instructor.
  
  • MGMT 0411 - Employment Law


    Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
    A primary emphasis on the legal regulation of employment, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and the Equal Pay Act. Areas covered include race, color, gender, age, religion and disability discrimination, as well as sexual harassment, retaliation claims, affirmative action, workers’ compensation, and privacy issues. A secondary emphasis is on the National Labor Relations Act, including union organizing, unfair labor practices, and collective bargaining agreements. Course Charge: $37.50 College of Business Program Ch Prerequisite: Junior standing, MGMT 0352 .
  
  • MGMT 0431 - Operations Management


    Fall, Spring & Summer 3 Credit Hours
    Principles and decision analysis related to the effective utilization of the factors of production and operations in manufacturing activities for both intermittent and continuous systems. The study of operations management, analytical models and methods, facilities design, and the use of computer modeling for control systems for effective production operations. Course Charge: $37.50 College of Business Program Ch Prerequisite: GB 0321 .
  
  • MGMT 0441 - Organizational Behavior


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the study of individual and group behavior within an organization. Current and emerging theoretical and practical knowledge for understanding topics such as motivation, leadership, managerial decision-making, group processes, and conflict resolution. Course Charge: $37.50 College of Business Program Ch Prerequisite: MGMT 0350 .
  
  • MGMT 0445 - Compensation and Benefits Management


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    This course studies the principles and practices of compensation and benefit management, with an emphasis on strategic analysis, as well as current human resource theory and practices. The course examines the field of compensation and benefits by addressing both intrinsic and extrinsic issues as well as the basis for compensation, compensation systems, benefits, executive compensation, and the international implications of the global economy. Course Charge: $37.50 College of Business Program Ch Prerequisites: MGMT 0350 , MGMT 0352   and GB 0321  or consent of the instructor.
  
  • MGMT 0447 - Employee Training and Development


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    An examination of current practices and research in the area of employee training and development to include needs analysis, instructional design, and the evaluation of training in organizations. Additional course topics include the strategic role of training, learning management, knowledge management, as well as employee and career development.  Course Charge: $37.50 College of Business Program Ch Prerequisite: MGMT 0350  and MGMT 0352  .
  
  • MGMT 0452 - Strategic Management


    Fall, Spring & Summer 3 Credit Hours
    A capstone course integrating business disciplines with formal analyses of the organization’s macro and industry environment; mission and goals; and strategy formulation, implementation, and control using computer simulation and/or the case method approach. Course Charge: $53.99 Strategic Mgmt Software Chg, $37.50 College of Business Program Ch Prerequisites: Senior standing, MRKT 0300 , MGMT 0350  and FIN 0350 ; should be taken during the last semester of university work.
  
  • MGMT 0491 - Internship in Management


    Demand 1-6 Credit Hours
    An internship for senior management students with an opportunity to observe and participate in actual business operations within the community. All internships must conform to institutional policy regarding the number of hours of work, the number of credit hours and written agreements with the cooperating business or agency. Repeatable up to six credit hours. Graded credit/no credit. Prerequisites: 60 hours, 3.0 GPA and department approval. Repeatable up to six credit hours.
  
  • MGMT 0498 - Topics in Management


    Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
    For upper-division students. Topics to be announced each time the course is offered. Prerequisite: Senior standing or permission.
  
  • MGMT 0499 - Independent Study in Management


    Demand 1-6 Credit Hours
    Individually directed readings, research and discussion in selected areas of Management for advanced majors. Scope, depth, area of concentration and credit to be arranged upon entry into course. Offered by arrangement. Prerequisites: Permission and a minimum 3.0 GPA. Repeatable up to six credit hours.
  
  • MGMT 0501 - Law and Ethical Leadership


    3 Credit Hours
    Examines the interpretation and application of law to business leaders. It incorporates the study of ethical issues that arise in contemporary business settings, including professional conduct and corporate social responsibility. This course covers some areas of legal regulation to which businesses are subject, including tort liability, employment and labor law, and financial regulation. Emphasis is placed on active, experiential application of legal reasoning and analysis and on the global and comparative dimensions of legal and ethical issues. Course Charge: $120.00 Graduate Management Prgm Chg Prerequisites: None.
  
  • MGMT 0520 - Managerial Communication


    3 Credit Hours
    Emphasizes the importance of interpersonal relations and professional writing and presentation skills. Organizational communication theories specifically pertaining to management will be covered. A variety of interpersonal communication issues will also be covered. Course Charge: $120.00 Graduate Management Prgm Chg
  
  • MGMT 0521 - Data Analytics for Managers


    3 Credit Hours
    Designed to introduce the student to the analysis of problems for business decision making. The course covers data analysis, business modeling and simulation of complex problems. Students will utilize Excel for analysis, modeling and simulation. Course Charge: $120.00 Graduate Management Prgm Chg
  
  • MGMT 0541 - Organizational Behavior


    3 Credit Hours
    Introduces the principles of organizational behavior used by leaders to manage people to create effective organizational outcomes. It stresses understanding human behavior in organizations, team dynamics, management practices, and organizational structure. Course Charge: $120.00 Graduate Management Prgm Chg
  
  • MGMT 0550 - Contemporary Management


    3 Credit Hours
    A study of management principles. Students will discover the history of management. The pillars of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling are explored as a basis for managing limited resources to achieve organizational goals. Students will also be exposed to general environmental and legal factors of modern business and their impact on managing people and processes. This course also generally discusses leadership, team dynamics, and individual and group behavior. Course Charge: $120.00 Graduate Management Prgm Chg
  
  • MGMT 0552 - Strategic Management


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    Introduces the key concepts, tools, and principles of strategy formulation and competitive analysis. Case analysis is used to gain understanding of an organization’s current conditions so that appropriate strategic actions can be recommended within a firm’s vision and mission. Course Charge: $120.00 Graduate Management Prgm Chg
  
  • MGMT 0631 - Operations & Resource Planning


    3 Credit Hours
    Designed to introduce the student to some of the problems, models and solution methodologies in the field of Operations and Resource Planning. The course is broadly divided into two sections: i) System design, and ii) System operations and control. System design usually deals with strategic decisions requiring long-term commitments. Some examples are planning the location of the facility, process selection and capacity planning, and planning the layout of a facility. System operations and control address medium and short-term issues to keep the facility running smoothly. Some examples are inventory and supply chain management, total quality management, materials requirement planning, scheduling, aggregate planning, etc. Course Charge: $120.00 Graduate Management Prgm Chg
  
  • MGMT 0641 - Organizational Behavior


    3 Credit Hours
  
  • MGMT 0643 - Recruitment and Retention


    3 Credit Hours
    Explores the staffing function of organizations to investigate how businesses attract, deploy, and retain the workforce needed to achieve organizational goals. Students will be exposed to a variety of different staffing activities associated with the recruitment and selection of employees, while learning to use the information gathered from these activities to make staffing decisions and utilize retention management strategies. Course Charge: $120.00 Graduate Management Prgm Chg
  
  • MGMT 0645 - Compensation and Rewards


    3 Credit Hours
    Examines the financial and non-financial reward systems of organizations. Students will be exposed to a variety of theoretical and legal perspectives in compensation, and will explore the many functions of compensation administration, including job analysis and job evaluation, wage surveys, different pay bases, internal and external pay equity, benefits administration, and determining the compensation strategy. Course Charge: $120.00 Graduate Management Prgm Chg
  
  • MGMT 0647 - Training and Development


    3 Credit Hours
    Focuses on the assessment of human performance problems in contemporary organizations. Students will become familiar with the principles of adult learning and the influence of business and market conditions on training and employee development. The course also covers needs analysis and the resulting design, development, implementation and evaluation of training programs. Course Charge: $120.00 Graduate Management Prgm Chg
  
  • MGMT 0698 - Adv. Topics in Management


    3 Credit Hours
    For graduate level students. Topics to be announced each time the course is offered. Course Charge: $120.00 Graduate Management Prgm Chg Prerequisite: Admission to the Master of Science in Management program or permission.
  
  • MGMT 0749 - Strategic HR Management


    3 Credit Hours
    This course explores the design and execution of human resource management from a strategic perspective. The advanced human resource student will learn how to systematically and strategically utilize human resource management theory and assets in the implementation of HR policies to achieve competitive advantages. Course Charge: $120.00 Graduate Management Prgm Chg

Manufacturing Engineering Technology

  
  • MET 0100 - Introduction to Machine Tool Processes


    Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
     Provides the foundation to the theory and safe operation of machine tools. The fundamental practices covered will include shop safety, basic mathematics, blueprint reading, bench work, precision measurement, metal sawing, drills and drilling, and the operation of engine lathes and mills. Two hours lecture, two hours lab. Course Charge: $35.00 Engineering Tech Spec Crse Chg, $54.00 Engineer Tech/LOGT Crse Chg Prerequisites: students must have a Math ACT score of 22 or higher, or MATH 0030  (or higher) with a grade of ‘C’ or better, or ACT WorkKeys Applied Mathematics Test Level 6 or higher.

     

  
  • MET 0200 - Computer Numerical Control


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Provides the foundation to numerical programming and the safe operation of Vertical machining centers. Students learn to generate numerical code from blueprints, perform tool/part set-ups, upload programs, and manufacture parts using vertical machining centers. Two hours lecture, two hours of lab. Course Charge: $80.00 Engineering Tech Spec Crse Chg, $54.00 Engineer Tech/LOGT Crse Chg Prerequisites: students must have MET 0100 , IET 0110  , and MATH 0030  or higher with a grade of ‘C’ or better or ACT Work Keys Applied Mathematics Test Level 6 or higher, or a Math ACT score of 22 or higher.

     

  
  • MET 0210 - Industrial Robotics


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    This course will provide the student with the ability to program industrial automation to perform multiple processes. Also, students will learn to operate and maintain automation safely in a manufacturing environment. Two hours lecture, two hours lab. Course Charge: $35.00 Engineering Tech Spec Crse Chg, $54.00 Engineer Tech/LOGT Crse Chg Prerequisite: MATH 0030   or higher.
  
  • MET 0220 - Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
     This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of how transducers can be used in an industrial setting. Students will understand the basic components of a PLC, ladder logic, power supply, and the wiring of inputs and outputs. Programming labs will allow the student to control automation devices to work within a simple manufacturing system. Two hours lecture, two hours lab Course Charge: $35.00 Engineering Tech Spec Crse Chg, $54.00 Engineer Tech/LOGT Crse Chg MATH 0030  or higher
  
  • MET 0240 - Engineering Materials


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Introduction to materials currently used in today’s manufacturing settings with emphasis on metals, plastics, ceramics, and composites. Laboratory activities involve both manual and computer assisted testing. Two hours lecture and two hours of lab. Course Charge: $35.00 Engineering Tech Spec Crse Chg, $54.00 Engineer Tech/LOGT Crse Chg Prerequisites: MATH 0130  or higher (not MATH 131 or MATH 0135 ) with a grade of ‘C’or better or a Math ACT score of 27 or higher.
  
  • MET 0245 - Manufacturing with Metals


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    Practical introduction to metals and alloys with emphasis on optimal use of materials in a variety of manufacturing applications. This course focuses on providing an understanding of how and when materials are used, examining specific applications and their requirements and relating those requirements to the properties of various materials. Criteria for appropriate materials selection as well as techniques for maintaining control over material properties during processing will be illustrated. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. Course Charge: $54.00 Engineer Tech/LOGT Crse Chg Prerequisites: students must have MATH 0130  or higher (not MATH 131 or MATH 0135 ) with a grade of ‘C’ or better or a Math ACT score of 27 or higher.
  
  • MET 0298 - Topics in Manufacturing Technology


    Demand 1-8 Credit Hours
    Special topics in new or emerging manufacturing technology not normally included in another course. Course Charge: $18.00 Engineer Tech/LOGT Crse Chg Prerequisites: specified by the department in a course syllabus.
  
  • MET 0301 - Modern Project Management


    Spring 1 Credit Hour
    Introduction to the principles and managerial processes involved with Modern Project Management. Students will gain an understanding of modern project management skills and how they relate to unique projects generally, to CNC projects specifically. One hour lecture. One hour lecture. Course Charge: $18.00 Engineer Tech/LOGT Crse Chg Prerequisites: IET 0205  , IET 0272  and MET 0200  which be be taken concurrently.
  
  • MET 0302 - CNC Project & Cost Analysis


    Fall 2 Credit Hours
    Focuses on the development and realization of a CNC project. Students will apply their knowledge of engineering graphics, engineering material & selection, economics, project management, and computer numerical control concepts on vertical machining centers for an integrative experience during the executing and delivering stage of a CNC project. Four hours lab per week. Four hours lab per week. Course Charge: $80.00 Engineering Tech Spec Crse Chg, $36.00 Engineer Tech/LOGT Crse Chg Prerequisites: IET 0115 , IET 0300 , MET 0200 , MET 0240 , MET 0301 .
  
  • MET 0330 - Automation Maintenance and Troubleshooting


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Designed to provide students with the methods and skills to maintain and repair automation, Topics covered will be preventative maintenance, fault analysis, and problem solving mechanical breakdowns. Students will review best practices and apply on lab automation systems. Two hours lecture, two hours lab. Course Charge: $35.00 Engineering Tech Spec Crse Chg, $54.00 Engineer Tech/LOGT Crse Chg Prerequisites: IET 0305 , MET 0210  and MET 0220 .
  
  • MET 0491 - Internship in Manufacturing Engineering Technology


    Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
    This course is intended to provide the student with “real-world professional” experience in the area of Manufacturing by working with an external organization. The Engineering Technology department has several placement opportunities available to students. Students interested in pursuing an internship must start the application process the semester before they intend to work. Repeatable up to six credit hours. Graded credit/no credit. Course Charge: $18.00 Engineer Tech/LOGT Crse Chg Prerequisites:60 hours, 3.0 GPA minimum,and department approval.
  
  • MET 0498 - Adv. Topics Mfg. Technology


    Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
    Covers specialized knowledge and skills related to new developments in manufacturing technology. Topics will vary by the semester and situation. Course Charge: $18.00 Engineer Tech/LOGT Crse Chg Prerequisite: Senior standing in management-technology or an associate degree in manufacturing technology.
  
  • MET 0499 - Independent Study in MT


    Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
    Individually directed reading, research, and report preparation in selected areas of contemporary manufacturing technology, for advanced majors. Scope, depth, and area of concentration and credit will be arranged when enrolling in the course. Offered by arrangement. Course Charge: $18.00 Engineer Tech/LOGT Crse Chg Prerequisite: Completion of required manufacturing technology courses with minimum 3.0 GPA and permission of instructor, department head and school dean.

Marketing

  
  • MRKT 0300 - Principles of Marketing


    Fall, Spring & Summer 3 Credit Hours
    Survey of major marketing methods, institutions, and practices. Retailing, wholesaling, distribution channels, marketing legislation, advertising, marketing research, and marketing cost are treated from the standpoint of consumers, middlemen, and manufacturers. Course Charge: $37.50 College of Business Program Ch Prerequisite: ENG 0101  and ENG 0102 .
  
  • MRKT 0312 - Retail Management


    Spring & Summer (odd) 3 Credit Hours
    This course will review the principles of successful retail management, including managing retail operations, administration and control, location analysis, merchandising, promotion, and review of the retail environment with analytic and research methods applicable to retail problems. Retailing is a high tech, global, growth industry and the retail manager uses creativity and analytical skills to be successful in this dynamic world. Course Charge: $37.50 College of Business Program Ch Prerequisite: MRKT 0300 .
  
  • MRKT 0321 - Professional Sales and Sales Management


    Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
    This covers the principles, methods, and techniques of effective professional strategic and consultative selling as well as the management of a professional sales staff. Course Charge: $37.50 College of Business Program Ch Prerequisite: MRKT 0300 .
  
  • MRKT 0401 - Integrated Marketing Communications


    Spring & Summer (Even) 3 Credit Hours
    This course examines the planning, development, and execution of integrated marketing communication programs with a focus on the promotional aspects of the marketing mix. Both traditional and online applications of marketing strategies are studied as they pertain to achieving an organization’s goals and objectives. The analysis of advertising media, the preparation of advertising programs, and the formulation of campaigns are included in the course. Course Charge: $37.50 College of Business Program Ch Prerequisite: MRKT 0300 .
  
  • MRKT 0405 - eMarketing


    Fall, Spring & Summer 3 Credit Hours
    Addresses the new technological environment that marketers are facing by introducing strategic considerations related to technology and technology implementation including web site construction, email and social media marketing. Explores the basics of marketing exchange utilizing the information highway, multimedia techniques, database marketing, and interactive telecommunications; also gives students hands on experience with relevant software. Course Charge: $37.50 College of Business Program Ch Prerequisites: MRKT 0300  and MGMT 0237  (or equivalent).
  
  • MRKT 0432 - Consumer Behavior


    Fall, Spring & Summer (Demand) 3 Credit Hours
    An interdisciplinary approach to the analysis and interpretation of consumer buying habits and motives and the resulting purchase of goods and services. The purchaser’s psychological, economic and socio-cultural actions and reactions are stressed. Course Charge: $37.50 College of Business Program Ch Prerequisite: MRKT 0300 .
  
  • MRKT 0470 - Marketing Research


    Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
    The systematic gathering, recording, analyzing and presentation of data relating to market analysis, sales analysis, consumer research, advertising research, and attitude research. Course Charge: $37.50 College of Business Program Ch Prerequisites: GB 0321  and six hours of marketing.
  
  • MRKT 0472 - Marketing Strategy


    Fall, Spring & Summer (Demand) 3 Credit Hours
    Strategic aspects of marketing: problems involved in environmental scanning, goal setting, planning, and strategies as they apply to product and service policy, financial objectives, promotional objectives, distribution policy, and marketing intelligence. Course Charge: $37.50 College of Business Program Ch Prerequisites: Senior standing, MRKT 0432 , MRKT 0470 MGMT 0350 , and MGMT 0350 .
  
  • MRKT 0491 - Internship in Marketing


    Demand 1-6 Credit Hours
    An internship for senior marketing students with an opportunity to observe and participate in actual business operations within the community. All internships must conform to institutional policy regarding the number of hours of work, the number of credit hours and written agreements with the cooperating business or agency. Repeatable up to six credit hours.Graded credit/no credit. Prerequisites: 65 hours, 3.0 GPA and department approval. Repeatable up to six credit hours.
 

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