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2022-2023 Bradford Campus Catalog
University of Pittsburgh Bradford
   
2022-2023 Bradford Campus Catalog 
    
 
  May 18, 2024
 
2022-2023 Bradford Campus Catalog [Archived Catalog]

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Mechanical Engineering Tech

  
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    MET 1401 - MANUFACTURING LAB


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 1
    Through a series of experiments and exercises, understanding of key CNC concepts are developed. Particular focus is placed on computer/machine tool inter-relationships in manufacturing and design.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Credit Laboratory
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: PREQ: MET 1400 Manufacturing Processes
  
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    MET 1402 - HEAT TRANSFER


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    A study of the fundamental laws of conduction, convection, and radiation. Application of the basic laws to heat exchanger design. Analytical and graphical methods are applied to one- and two-dimensional heat transfer.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: PREQ: MET 1301 Fluid Mechanics and MET 1303 Thermodynamics 
  
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    MET 1403 - APPLIED THERMODYNAMICS


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Serves as an application-oriented extension of thermodynamics. Areas covered include steam and gas turbine design, fluid machinery, compressors, internal combustion engines and cycles, refrigeration and air-conditioning systems, and humidity measurements
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: PREQ: MET 1303 Thermodynamics
  
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    MET 1404 - MACHINE DESIGN


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    This course covers the fundamentals of engineering design. Design methodology and synthesis techniques are discussed. Structural and machine elements are designed, with consideration given to stress, weight, and size limitations for various applications.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: PREQ: MET 1304 Materials
  
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    MET 1405 - FINITE ELEMENT METHOD


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    The fundamentals of the finite element method are presented. A general approach to the development of the finite element method is given. Emphasis is placed on understanding the theory behind the development of the method as well as applications to engineering analysis problems. Application problems are solved by the students during the course on a general-purpose finite element analysis program. Students perform model generation, solution, and post processing of results.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: PREQ: MET 1306 Computer-Aided Drafting And Engineering (CADD/CAE) and ET 0205 Engineer Design
  
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    MET 1406 - SENIOR PROJECT PROPOSAL


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 1
    Students are organized into project teams, various project ideas are considered, a final project topic is chosen and researched, and a formal proposal is written and presented. This course should be taken the semester prior to the senior design project course. Senior status is required.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: PREQ: UPB SR.Mech.Engineering Tech
  
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    MET 1407 - SENIOR DESIGN PROJECT


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Applies previously learned material-such as motion and forces in mechanisms, fluid power systems, and mechanical components analysis-to a design. Project involves design of a new or modified mechanical system with demonstrated feasibility. Senior status required.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: PREQ: MET 1406 Senior Project Proposal

Management

  
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    MGMT 0110 - PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    This introductory course focuses on the basic management functions in business. The emphasis is on developing leadership, team work, and communication skills. Topics covered include management theory, planning, organizing, leading, motivating, controlling, as well as management ethics, change, and global perspectives.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MGMT 0197 - DIRECTED STUDY


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 6
    Independent study in a topic in management. Permission of the instructor is required.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Directed Studies
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MGMT 1301 - ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    (Cross-listed with SOC 1305) explains fundamental tasks, processes, and dynamics common to all organizations, with emphasis on behavioral science applications. Focus is on individual, interpersonal, and group behavior within organizations, and the interplay of human, technological, and structural factors.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    MGMT 1303 - BUSINESS ETHICS


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    This course is an examination of business ethics from both an organizational and individual perspective. Students will examine the role of the socially responsible organization, as well as individual conduct in business settings.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisite: UL and MGMT 0110
  
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    MGMT 1304 - BUSINESS LAW


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    A survey of the legal process and a study of the principles and precepts of business law, contracts, property, sales, negotiable instruments, partnerships, and corporations.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    MGMT 1305 - INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Examines the theory of international trade; the social, cultural, and political dimensions of the international environment; the history of the U.S. In international business; and trends in international competition. An understanding of international operations is developed through case studies and discussion of marketing, financial, and strategic issues.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0104 (or FS 0102), and the MATH competency
    Course Attributes: UPB Global General Ed. Requirement
    General Education: Global
  
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    MGMT 1309 - MANAGING WORKPLACE DIVERSITY


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    In-depth exploration of how gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, physical ability and size impact employee experiences and management’s challenges and opportunities for developing the talents of diverse workers.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisite: UL and MGMT 0110
  
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    MGMT 1320 - HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    This course provides an introduction to the field of personnel/human resources management and investigates the role of the personnel manager in the public, non-profit, and private sectors. A variety of personal functions and procedures are examined, including: HR planning, job analysis, performance appraisal, personnel selection, orientation, training and development, compensation and benefits, labor-management relations, civil service systems, EEO/AA, and the impact of legislation of the personnel function.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    MGMT 1401 - BUSINESS SOCIETY & INT’L ENVRN


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Business is no longer defined simply as an economic entity, and successful managers must concern themselves with more than economic issues. Using a wide variety of cases, this course examines the political, social, environmental, ethical, and international dimensions of the business environment.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0104 (or FS 0102), and the MATH competency
  
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    MGMT 1449 - ECONOMIC SYSTEMS


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Studies the operation and management of a wide spectrum of economic systems, ranging from the mixed-market systems of the United States, Europe, and Japan to the central-command systems of the former Soviet bloc and the emerging markets in southeast Asia.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    MGMT 1450 - TOPICS IN MANAGEMENT


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    The advanced study of a special topic in business management.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    MGMT 1451 - CAPSTONE: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    An integrating course coordinating concepts from the functional business fields into overall organizational plans and strategies. A focus on real world business applications is an integral part of the course. Numerous cases are analyzed.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Seminar
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisite: ACCT 0201, FIN 1301, MRKT 1301
  
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    MGMT 1494 - UNDERGRADUATE FACULTY ASSISTANT


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 3
    The undergraduate faculty assistant (UFA) serves as an assistant for a course or lab under the supervision of a faculty member. The experience develops students’ communication and leadership skills, and their understanding of the learning process. The responsibilities of the UFA will vary by the faculty supervisor. Responsibilities might include (but not limited to): assisting students outside of class (e.g., conducting weekly review sessions), assisting with classroom demonstrations, or assisting faculty with delivery of labs.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Internship
    Grade Component: Satisfactory/No Credit
  
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    MGMT 1496 - COOPERATIVE EDUCATION IN MANAGEMENT


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 12
    This course offers students an opportunity to integrate classroom instruction with a practical supervised work experience.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Internship
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: PREQ: Completion of competency courses (FS 0102, ENG 0101 & 0102) and MATH 0150 Calculus 2.
  
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    MGMT 1497 - DIRECTED STUDY: MANAGEMENT


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 6
    Directed study in a specific area of management.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Directed Studies
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    MGMT 1498 - DIRECTED RESEARCH: MANAGEMENT


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 6
    Independent work on a project in business management, super vised by a member of the business faculty.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Directed Studies
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    MGMT 1499 - INTERNSHIP: MANAGEMENT


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 6
    Practical experience in business in a professional setting. Work is directed by the employer and evaluated jointly with the faculty supervisor.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Internship
    Grade Component: Satisfactory/No Credit

Military Science & Tact

  
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    MILS 0101 - FOUNDATIONS OF OFFICERSHIP


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 1
    The purpose of this course is to introduce cadets to fundamentalcomponents of service as an officer in the United States Army. These initial lessons form the building blocks of progressive lessons in values, fitness, leadership, and officership. Additionally, the semester addresses ‘life skills’ including fitness, communications theory and practice (written and oral), and interpersonal relationships.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    General Education: Physical Education
  
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    MILS 0102 - BASIC LEADERSHIP


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 1
    This course, available to all students without any military obligation, is designed as a classroom and optional lab course that stresses the fundamentals of leadership. The course goals are to provide students with leadership and managerial skills that will prepare them to lead in public service, business, military and community organizations. This course uses a military model to train leadership development through an introduction to problem solving, effective decision-making techniques, and delves into several aspects of communication and leadership theory. The classroom instruction is reinforced throughout the course with practical exercises that focus on individual leadership skills, as well as motivational techniques and how to function as an effective member of a team.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MILS 0103 - FOUNDATIONS OF OFFICERSHIP LAB


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 1
    The purpose of this course is to introduce cadets to fundamental components of service as an officer in the United States Army. These initial lessons from the building blocks of progressive lessons in values, fitness, leadership, and officership. Additionally, the semester addresses ‘life skills’ including fitness, communications theory and practice (written and oral), and interpersonal relationships.GE: Physical Education
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Credit Laboratory
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MILS 0104 - BASIC LEADERSHIP LAB


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 1
    This course, available to all students without any military obligation, is designed as a classroom and optional lab course that stresses the fundamentals of leadership. The course goals are to provide students with leadership and managerial skills that will prepare them to lead in public service, business, military and community organizations. This course uses a military model to train leadership development through an introduction to problem solving, effective decision-making techniques, and delves into several aspects of communication and leadership theory. The classroom instruction is reinforced throughout the course with practical exercises that focus on individual leadership skills, as well as motivational techniques and how to function as an effective member of a team.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Credit Laboratory
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MILS 0197 - DIRECTED STUDY: MILITARY SCIENCE


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 6
    Directed study in a specific area of military science.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Directed Studies
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MILS 0200 - INDIVIDUAL LEADERSHIP STUDIES


    Minimum Credits: 2
    Maximum Credits: 2
    Building upon the fundamentals introduced in the MS I year, this instruction delves into several aspects of communication and leadership theory. The use of practical exercise is significantly increased and cadets are increasingly required to apply communications and leadership concepts. Virtually the entire semester teaches critical “life skills”. The relevance of these life skills to future success in the Army is emphasized throughout the course.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MILS 0203 - INDIVIDUAL LEADERSHIP STUDIES LAB


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 1
    Building upon the fundamentals introduced in the MILS I year, thisinstruction delves into several aspects of communication and leadership theory. The use of practical exercise is significantly increased and cadets are increasingly required to apply communications and leadership concepts. Virtually the entire semester teaches critical ‘life skills.’ The relevance of these life skills to future success in the Army is emphasized throughout the course.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Credit Laboratory
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MILS 0204 - LEADERSHIP AND TEAMWORK LAB


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 1
    The final semester of the Basic Course focuses principally on officership, providing an extensive examination of the unique purpose, roles and obligations of commissioned officers. It includes a detailed look at the origin of our institutional values and their practical application in decision-making and leadership.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Credit Laboratory
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MILS 0205 - LEADERSHIP AND TEAMWORK


    Minimum Credits: 2
    Maximum Credits: 2
    The second semester of the Basic Course focuses principally on officership, providing an extensive examination of the unique purpose, roles and obligations of commissioned officers. It includes a detailed look at the origin of our institutional values and their practical application in decision-making and leadership.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MILS 1300 - LEADERSHIP AND PROBLEM SOLVING


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Curriculum is intended to build leadership competencies and facilitate the cadet’s initial demonstration of individual leadership potential at Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC), while also preparing cadets for their future responsibilities as officers. Instruction uses small unit infantry tactics as the context for the development and assessment of leadership. While a measure of technical and tactical understanding of small unit operations is necessary, the focus of instruction is on the leadership competencies.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MILS 1302 - LEADERSHIP AND ETHICS


    Minimum Credits: 2
    Maximum Credits: 2
    This course includes opportunities to plan and conduct individual and collective skill training for offensive operations to gain leadership and tactical experience. It synthesizes the various components of training, leadership and team building. Upon completion of this course, cadets will possess the fundamental confidence and competence of leadership in a small unit setting.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    MILS 1303 - LEADERSHIP AND PROBLEM SOLVING LAB


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 1
    Curriculum is intended to build leadership competencies and facilitate the cadet’s initial demonstration of individual leadership potential at Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC), while also preparing cadets for their future responsibilities as officers. Instruction uses small unit infantry tactics as the context for the development and assessment of leadership. While a measure of technical and tactical understanding of small unit operations is necessary, the focus of instruction is on the leadership competencies.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Credit Laboratory
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MILS 1304 - LEADERSHIP AND ETHICS


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    MILS 1304 continues focusing on doctrinal leadership and tactical operations at the small-unit level. This critical semester synthesizes the various components of training, leadership and team building. The curriculum complements progression through the cadet’s campus evaluation process and in the culminating event of the year in the field training environment of the Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC).
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MILS 1305 - LEADERSHIP AND ETHICS LAB


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 1
    MILS 1305 (lab) continues focusing on doctrinal leadership and tactical operations at the small-unit level. This critical semester synthesizes the various components of training, leadership and team building. The curriculum complements progression through the cadet’s campus evaluation process and in the culminating event of the year in the field training environment of the Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC).
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Credit Laboratory
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MILS 1400 - LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    The Advanced Course concentrates on leadership, management and ethics, and begins the final transition from cadet to lieutenant. The course focuses cadets, early in the year, on attaining knowledge and proficiency in several critical areas they will need to operate effectively as Army officers. These areas include: Coordinate Activities with Staffs, Counseling Theory and Practice within the “Army Context”, Training Management, and Ethics.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MILS 1403 - LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT LAB


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 1
    The Advanced Course concentrates on leadership, management and ethics, and begins the final transition from cadet to lieutenant. The course focuses cadets, early in the year, on attaining knowledge and proficiency in several critical areas they will need to operate effectively as Army officers. These areas include: Coordinate Activities with Staffs, Counseling Theory and Practice within the “Army Context,” Training Management, and Ethics.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Credit Laboratory
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MILS 1404 - OFFICERSHIP


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    The final course focuses on completing the transition from cadet to lieutenant. The course starts with a foundation in the legal aspects of decision-making and leadership. Following modules reinforce the organization of the Army and introduce how the Army organizes for operations from the tactical to strategic level. Instruction on administrative and logistical management focuses on the fundamentals of soldier and unit level support. The final module focuses on the process of changing duty stations and reporting to a new unit. The Capstone Exercise requires the cadets, both individually and collectively, to apply their knowledge to solve problems and confront situations commonly faced by junior officers.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MILS 1405 - OFFICERSHIP LAB


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 1
    The final lab focuses on completing the transition from cadet to lieutenant. The course starts with a foundation in the legal aspects of decision-making and leadership. Following modules reinforce the organization of the Army and introduce how the Army organizes for operations from the tactical to strategic level. Instruction on administrative and logistical management focuses on the fundamentals of soldier and unit level support. The final module focuses on the process of changing duty stations and reporting to a new unit. The Capstone Exercise requires the cadets, both individually and collectively, to apply their knowledge to solve problems and confront situations commonly faced by junior officers.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Credit Laboratory
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MILS 1494 - UNDERGRADUATE FACULTY ASSISTANT


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 3
    The undergraduate faculty assistant (UFA) serves as an assistant for a course or lab under the supervision of a faculty member. The experience develops students’ communication and leadership skills, and their understanding of the learning process. The responsibilities of the UFA will vary by the faculty supervisor. Responsibilities might include (but not limited to): assisting students outside of class (e.g., conducting weekly review sessions), assisting with classroom demonstrations, or assisting faculty with delivery of labs.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Internship
    Grade Component: Satisfactory/No Credit
  
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    MILS 1497 - DIRECTED STUDY: MILITARY SCIENCE


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 6
    Military science directed study in a topic in military science.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Directed Studies
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency

Management Information Systems

  
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    MIS 0103 - COMPUTER APPLICATIONS FOR MANAGEMENT


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Introductory exploration of microcomputing and its application to core business functions. Topics include software operating systems, the world wide web, spreadsheet applications, database management systems and presentation software.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MIS 0197 - DIRECTED STUDY


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 7
    Independent study in a topic in management information systems. Permission of the instructor is required.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Directed Studies
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MIS 0208 - BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Emphasizes the strategic use of computers, information systems and the internet to increase business competitiveness. Topics include: development and use of management information systems, decision support systems, business processing re-engineering, enterprise resource planning, data warehousing and data mining as well as electronic commerce.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MIS 1494 - UNDERGRADUATE FACULTY ASSISTANT


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 3
    The undergraduate faculty assistant (UFA) serves as an assistant for a course or lab under the supervision of a faculty member. The experience develops students’ communication and leadership skills, and their understanding of the learning process. The responsibilities of the UFA will vary by the faculty supervisor. Responsibilities might include (but not limited to): assisting students outside of class (e.g., conducting weekly review sessions), assisting with classroom demonstrations, or assisting faculty with delivery of labs.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Internship
    Grade Component: Satisfactory/No Credit
  
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    MIS 1497 - DIRECTED STUDY: MGMT INFO SYS


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 6
    Independent study in a topic in management information systems. Permission of the instructor is required.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Directed Studies
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    MIS 1498 - DIR RESEARCH: MGMT INFO SYS


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 6
    Independent work on a project in the management information systems supervised by a member of the business faculty.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Directed Studies
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    MIS 1499 - INTERNSHIP: MGMT INFO SYSTEMS


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 6
    Practical experience in the management of information systems in a professional setting. Work is directed by the employer and evaluated jointly with the faculty supervisor.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Internship
    Grade Component: Satisfactory/No Credit

Marketing

  
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    MRKT 1301 - PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    This course introduces students to marketing as an integral component of an effective business strategy to build valuable business partnerships and profitable customer relationships. Topics covered include the marketing environment, managing market information, consumer behavior, market segmentation, branding strategy, product development, pricing, distribution, integrated marketing communication, and marketing ethics.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisite: UL and MGMT 0110
  
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    MRKT 1310 - MARKETING THE NEW VENTURE


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Examines and applies the emerging form of marketing specifically used by small ventures. Its approach to marketing is formulated around six core elements: innovation, calculated risk-taking, resource leveraging, strategic flexibility, customer “intensity,” and the creation of industry change.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    MRKT 1405 - MARKETING MANAGEMENT


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    In this course, students apply key concepts, analytic tools, and strategic approaches developed in previous marketing courses to successful marketing decision making. Specific problems associated with customer relationship management, advancement in technology, global marketing, and brand building are examined. Case study analysis is used extensively.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: MRKT 1301 Introduction to Marketing and completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    MRKT 1410 - MARKETING RESEARCH


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    This course presents an overview of marketing methodology, techniques, and issues. Survey design, data collection and analysis, interpretation of findings, and presentation of results are emphasized. Students make extensive use of Microsoft excel for data analysis in this course.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: a course in statisitcs and completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    MRKT 1415 - CONSUMER BEHAVIOR


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    This course examines the fundamental areas of consumer decision-making processes within the context of an overall marketing strategy. Macro socio-cultural factors are examined along with a broad range of micro psychological influences on consumer behavior outcomes and choices. Consumer welfare, consumer research methodology, and marketing regulations are also discussed.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: MRKT 1301 Introduction to Marketing and completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    MRKT 1420 - INTERNATIONAL MARKETING


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    This course examines the international application of fundamental marketing principles. This includes social and cultural dimensions, economic environments, as well as political and legal considerations. Other topics include approaching global markets, utilizing a global marketing mix, and executing global strategic leadership.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: MRKT 1301 Introduction to Marketing and completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
    Course Attributes: UPB Global General Ed. Requirement
    General Education: Global
  
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    MRKT 1450 - TOPICS IN MARKETING


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    The advanced study of a special topic in marketing.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    MRKT 1494 - UNDERGRADUATE FACULTY ASSISTANT


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 3
    The undergraduate faculty assistant (UFA) serves as an assistant for a course or lab under the supervision of a faculty member. The experience develops students’ communication and leadership skills, and their understanding of the learning process. The responsibilities of the UFA will vary by the faculty supervisor. Responsibilities might include (but not limited to): assisting students outside of class (e.g., conducting weekly review sessions), assisting with classroom demonstrations, or assisting faculty with delivery of labs.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Internship
    Grade Component: Satisfactory/No Credit
  
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    MRKT 1497 - DIRECTED STUDY: MARKETING


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 6
    Directed study in a specific area of management. Permission of the instructor is required.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Directed Studies
    Grade Component: Letter Grade
  
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    MRKT 1498 - DIRECTED RESEARCH: MARKETING


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 6
    An in-depth investigation of an issue in the student’s area of interest. Topic, research procedure, and progress are discussed in meetings with the supervising professor.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Directed Studies
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    MRKT 1499 - INTERNSHIP: MARKETING


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 6
    Practical experience in marketing in a professional setting. Work is directed by the employer and evaluated jointly with the faculty supervisor.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Internship
    Grade Component: Satisfactory/No Credit

Music

  
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    MUSIC 0101 - ELEMENTS OF MUSIC


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Musical notation, scales, intervals, harmonic structures, and their application in performance, with emphasis on vocal and keyboard sight reading.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    General Education: Arts
  
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    MUSIC 0102 - INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Teaches the student how to listen to music. The fundamentals of music with applications to the formal designs of instrumental compositions and dramatic effects of vocal music are examined. Prepares students for study in the history of music and enables them to listen perceptively and creatively.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    General Education: Arts
  
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    MUSIC 0109 - GLOBAL MUSIC SURVEY


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    An introduction to world music traditions lying outside the classical music cannon. Through hands-on demonstration, listening, reading, and concert attendance, students will gain familiarity with diverse traditions such as Indonesian, Indian, Chinese, Japanese, Latin American, African, and Arab music. Also studied will be the social function music fulfills in different cultures and how styles have evolved as traditions mingle and influence one another. No prior musical knowledge required.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    General Education: Arts-Global
  
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    MUSIC 0195 - APPLIED MUSIC


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 1
    Private applied music lessons are available in piano, voice, guitar, and all instruments of the orchestra. Students may arrange to study privately without academic credit, or may audition for acceptance into this credit-bearing course. A student may opt to study a different instrument in succeeding semesters. This course may be repeated for credit but not more than three credits may count toward the ia major.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: Letter Grade
  
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    MUSIC 0197 - DIRECTED STUDY


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MUSIC 0214 - VOCAL ARTS ENSEMBLE


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 1
    A small, student-only vocal ensemble. Via weekly rehearsals and coaching, students work toward two to three short performances per semester. These range from informal recitals to public fundraisers and campus events. Some students will have the opportunity to perform as soloists or in duos or trios.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Credit Laboratory
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    MUSIC 0215 - DIGITAL MUSIC CREATION


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Dance music, hip-hop, R&B, pop, indie, all of these (and more) make use of the techniques of digital music creation. Students interested in creating their own digital music can enroll in this hands-on course to begin their own exploration of music software and hardware. Using programs like Audacity, Ableton Live, and Reason, students will complete a series of creative projects as they learn to record and manipulate their own sounds and songs. This class satisfies a GE: Arts requirement.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    General Education: Arts
  
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    MUSIC 0260 - MUSIC IN FILM AND GAMING


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Music is central to our experience of films and gaming, though we may not even notice it is there. In this class, students will explore the different styles and techniques composers use to score different media and how careful placement of music moves a narrative forward, establishing setting, character, plot, and more. Classics of the film and game catalog will be examined alongside contemporary hits. No prior musical training is required.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Attributes: UPB Arts General Ed. Requirement
    General Education: Arts
  
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    MUSIC 1339 - MUSICAL STYLES


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    A more detailed exploration of art music repertoire, with emphasis on societal context, compositional technique, and present-day relevance. The subject matter of the course varies from semester to semester, and may focus on particular composers (e.g., Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven), stylistic epochs (e.g., Romanticism), or locations (e.g. American music).
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0104 (or FS 0102), and the MATH competency
    Course Attributes: UPB Arts General Ed. Requirement
    General Education: Arts
  
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    MUSIC 1401 - ADVANCED PRACTICUM IN MUSIC


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Students will undertake substantial musical project in an area of special interest to them. The area may be any sub-discipline within music in which the instructor is comfortable directing a project, including, but not limited to, music composition (acoustic or electroacoustic, any genre), performance, theory, history/musicology, conducting and ethnomusicology.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    MUSIC 1494 - UNDERGRADUATE FACULTY ASSISTANT


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 3
    The undergraduate faculty assistant (UFA) serves as an assistant for a course or lab under the supervision of a faculty member. The experience develops students’ communication and leadership skills, and their understanding of the learning process. The responsibilities of the UFA will vary by the faculty supervisor. Responsibilities might include (but not limited to): assisting students outside of class (e.g., conducting weekly review sessions), assisting with classroom demonstrations, or assisting faculty with delivery of labs.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Internship
    Grade Component: Satisfactory/No Credit
    Course Attributes: Undergraduate Internship
  
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    MUSIC 1497 - DIRECTED STUDY


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 6
    Independent study in a topic in music. Permission of the instructor is required.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Directed Studies
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    General Education: Arts

Nursing

  
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    NUR 0100 - TRANSITION NURSING FOR LPNS


    Minimum Credits: 2
    Maximum Credits: 2
    Facilitates transition of the LPN to associate degree nursing student. Major focus is on the roles of the associate degree nurse, the nursing process with emphasis on history taking, physical assessment and individualized nursing care plans; and, stressors related to fluid/electrolyte-acid/base balance.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    NUR 0106 - SUCCEEDING IN NURSING EDUCATION


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 1
    This course will provide opportunity for the nursing student to acquire skills necessary to successfully negotiate the educational journey to associate degree completion and state board examination. Strategies to cope with roadblocks to success will be presented in a relaxed seminar environment. Some topics to be presented included test-taking strategies, relaxation and stress management, time management and coping skills utilized to deal with family pressures.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    NUR 0109 - CLINICAL CALCULATIONS


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 1
    This course uses metric, apothecary, and household systems of measurement with a ratio/proportion method to calculate and plan preparation and administration of medications for all ages. Included are critical thinking skills to ensure safety and accuracy in dosage calculations for medication administration.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    NUR 0111 - FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING


    Minimum Credits: 7
    Maximum Credits: 7
    Fundamentals of nursing introduces students to various aspects of the nursing curriculum; Orem’s theory, Roy’s adaption model, Erickson’s developmental theory, Maslow’s basic human needs; concepts of stress and adaption, health illness continuum, nursing process, teaching and learning theories, nursing history, nursing roles and psychosocial and cultural influences on man, health and nursing. Legal and ethical principles, communication skills, documentation format, drug calculation, fluid balance and beginning clinical theories and skills are also taught.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    NUR 0112 - COMPREHENSIVE NURSING 1


    Minimum Credits: 8
    Maximum Credits: 8
    Comprehensive nursing practice 1 applies the concepts of stress-adaptation, the nursing process and human needs to the care of med-surg adult, the pregnant female, the newborn and the family during the childbearing cycle. Health assessment and fluid and electrolyte concepts are introduced. The student learns to utilize specific concepts related to body defenses, carbohydrate metabolism, musculoskeletal, reproductive functions and psychosocial aspects of care.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisite: NUR 0111
  
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    NUR 0113 - PHARMACOLOGY IN NURSING


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    This course examines the complex world of pharmacology and therapeutics. It will address drug classes and the drugs represented by them. Each drug class will be discussed with regard to: absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion; major pharmacologic side effects; clinical indications and administration; adverse reactions and contradictions; interactions with other drugs; overdoses and toxicities and nursing implications and interventions.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    NUR 0197 - DIRECTED STUDY IN NURSING


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 6
    This course is independent study in a topic in nursing.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Directed Studies
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
  
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    NUR 0211 - COMPREHENSIVE NURSING 2


    Minimum Credits: 9
    Maximum Credits: 9
    Enables students to apply the nursing process to multiple clients with complex med-surg problems in an acute care setting. Knowledge of specific stressors and adaptations that affect the body systems; respiratory, cardiovascular, sensory, integumentary, endocrine, neurologic, hematologic, gastrointestinal, accessory organs, urinary, alterations in cellular growth, and multiple systems diseases is gained. Students have the opportunity to apply psychosocial aspects into their delivery of care in the hospital and in the home. Students provide formal teaching to clients and families.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisite: Completion of NUR 0112 and 0113 is required.
  
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    NUR 0212 - COMPREHENSIVE NURSING 3


    Minimum Credits: 9
    Maximum Credits: 9
    Course provides the students opportunities to synthesize theories, concepts and skills while delivering care across the life span. Emphasis is placed on communication, growth and development, pharmacology and nutrition as it relates to care of the family. The content focuses on the family as the essential resource in the treatment of illness and the promotion of wellness. Emphasis is on role identification, management of client care, health care delivery system, interpersonal relationships, and personal and professional development.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisite: Completion of NUR 0211 is required
  
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    NUR 1301 - CRITICAL CARE NURSING


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Core concepts of course include stress and adaptation as they relate to the care of the critically ill or injured client, psychosocial and sleep alterations, legal and ethical issues patient education, and issues related to recognition and management of stressors in critical care nursing. Student learning will be augmented by an emphasis on critical thinking, and using system-appropriate case studies. Emphasis on management of adult clients with critical illness based on standards of practice as presented in “core curriculum for critical care nursing” by J. Grif-Alspach.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    NUR 1302 - PROFESSIONAL NURSING CONCEPTS


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    This course is designed to introduce the adult student to the educational environment at the university of Pittsburgh and the school of nursing. The organizing framework and nursing theories which serve as the structure for the curriculum and nursing practice are presented. The nursing process is discussed as the foundation for nursing practice. Critical thinking and decision making are introduced.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: Letter Grade
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    NUR 1303 - WOMEN’S HEALTH ISSUES


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    This course explores traditional reproductive issues concerning women, as well as selected common medical and psychosocial, developmental, and political problems and issues, accompanied by guidelines for disease prevention and health promotion. The content focuses on the adult, non-pregnant female, although health issues throughout a woman’s lifespan are discussed.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    NUR 1310 - ETHICAL DIMENSIONS OF PROFESSIONAL NURSING


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    This course examines ethical issues from the perspective of nursing with a focus on principled behavior in personal and professional situations. Course content is focused on ethical theories and principles, values clarification, development, and decision-making, and the nurse’s obligations related to ethical issues and dilemmas in professional practice.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    NUR 1401 - INTRODUCTION TO NURSING RESEARCH


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    The student is introduced to the research process with focus on the role of the professional nurse as a consumer of research. Basic concepts and terminology of research method ology and analysis are presented. Students are given the opportunity to interpret and evaluate nursing research.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: Letter Grade
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    NUR 1402 - HEALTH PROMOTION/HLTH ASSESSMENT


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    This course presents the knowledge base and the skills for health promotion and health assessment of individuals across the lifespan. The role of the nurse in promoting patterns of positive health behaviors is emphasized. The student is provided with an opportunity to practice physical assessment skills. In addition, the course facilitates the RN learners adjustment to the stresses of the multiple role learner.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
    General Education: Physical Education
  
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    NUR 1403 - ADVANCED CLINICAL PRACTICUM


    Minimum Credits: 4
    Maximum Credits: 4
    This course focuses on enabling the student to synthesize knowledge and increase competence in implementing the professional nursing role as caregiver, educator, researcher and administrator in complex health care systems. Students will be assigned to individually planned clinical experiences which will provide the opportunity for in-depth study and clinical practice in a selected area.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Practicum
    Grade Component: Letter Grade
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    NUR 1404 - COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING


    Minimum Credits: 4
    Maximum Credits: 4
    This course will provide learning experiences which focus on the role of the community health nurse in working with individuals, families, and groups in a variety of community settings. Students will explore community issues such as community assessment, screening, epidemiologic concepts and factors which influence the delivery of community health services. Health care needs of selected groups in the community will also be studied.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisite: Completion of NUR 1402
    Course Attributes: UPB Global General Ed. Requirement
    General Education: Global
  
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    NUR 1406 - PATHOPHYSIOLOGY FOR NURSES


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    This course focuses on the biologic basis for disease in adults and children. Specifically, an in-depth and current understanding of disease processes across the lifespan is targeted. Attention will focus on health promotion/disease prevention by emphasizing risk factors, nutrition and disease, and other relevant therapeutic approaches. Discussion with regard to age-specific and gender-specific pathophysiological processes is highlighted.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    NUR 1410 - ISSUES IN GERONTOLOGICAL NURSING


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    This course explores the global aspects of aging, as well as selected common medical, psychological, developmental, and political issues of older-adults clients within a nursing frame work . Guidelines for health promotion and disease prevention are discussed as well as age and gender-specific pathophysiological processes and their treatment.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    NUR 1450 - TOPICS IN NURSING


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    The advanced study of a special topic in nursing.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Lecture
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    NUR 1451 - CAPSTONE: PROFESSIONAL NURSING


    Minimum Credits: 3
    Maximum Credits: 3
    This course focuses on enabling the student to synthesize knowledge about the professional nursing role within the health care delivery system. Theory related to leadership and management in nursing will be presented. Health care policy and nursing practice issues will also be presented.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Seminar
    Grade Component: Letter Grade
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    NUR 1494 - UNDERGRADUATE FACULTY ASSISTANT


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 3
    The undergraduate faculty assistant (UFA) serves as an assistant for a course or lab under the supervision of a faculty member. The experience develops students’ communication and leadership skills, and their understanding of the learning process. The responsibilities of the UFA will vary by the faculty supervisor. Responsibilities might include (but not limited to): assisting students outside of class (e.g., conducting weekly review sessions), assisting with classroom demonstrations, or assisting faculty with delivery of labs.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Internship
    Grade Component: Satisfactory/No Credit
    Course Attributes: Undergraduate Internship
  
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    NUR 1497 - DIRECTED STUDY: NURSING


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 6
    Directed study in a topic in nursing.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Directed Studies
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    NUR 1498 - DIRECTED RESEARCH: NURSING


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 6
    An in-depth investigation of an issue in the student’s area of interest. Topic, research procedure, and progress are discussed in meetings with the supervising professor.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Directed Studies
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    Course Requirements: Prerequisites: Upper-Level Courses require completion of ENG 0101, ENG 0102, FS 0102, and the MATH competency
  
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    NUR 1499 - INTERNSHIP: NURSING


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 6
    Practical experience in nursing in a professional setting. Work is directed by the employer and evaluated jointly with the faculty supervisor.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Internship
    Grade Component: Satisfactory/No Credit

Co-Ed Physical Education

  
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    PEDC 0103 - AEROBIC EXERCISE 1


    Minimum Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 1
    Aerobic conditioning to music. This overall circuit workout class includes walking, jogging, and stretching, plus stomach, lower body and upper body exercises.
    Academic Career: Undergraduate
    Course Component: Credit Laboratory
    Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
    General Education: Physical Education
 

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