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BSBA 4408 - Business and Economics Field Studies
Credit Hours: 3
This field experience, designed for business majors, actively engages students in a monitored work experience related to their major. Students may work independently or in teams, with guidance from a supervising faculty member on a specific project that benefits both the student(s) and the participating business.
Prerequisite(s): Instructor approval required, with approval of the School Dean
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BSBA 4415 - Strategic Management and Policy
Credit Hours: 3
This course allows the student to integrate the concepts and principles offered in the various disciplines of study within the School of Business. Through the process of case analysis, students will enhance their analytic and problem-solving skills by formulating the policies and strategies that are used in modern business organizations.
Prerequisite(s): BSBA 3310 and BSBA 3320 , BISM 2000 and senior standing
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BSBA 4420 - Business Ethics and Corporate Accountability
Credit Hours: 3
The course will explore business ethics emphasizing a responsible decision-making approach in personal and professional contexts to best prepare students for ethical challenges and issues of contemporary corporate accountability. Topics to be addressed include: personal integrity; philosophical ethics; corporate culture and social responsibility; governance and conflicts of interest; workplace, marketing and employment ethics; sustainability and environmental responsibilities.
Prerequisite(s): BSBA 3320 and/or BISM 2000 and senior standing
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BSBA 4440 - Hospitality Management Internship
Credit Hours: 3
This internship course is designed as a learning experience which integrates food service and business theory with actual job experience in a hospitality management-related work environment. The student must be enrolled in the four-year Hospitality Management program. The employer is responsible for evaluating and reporting the development of the student. Graded Credit/No Credit.
Prerequisite(s): Instructor approval required, with approval of School Dean
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BSBA 4450 - Business Internship
Credit Hours: 3-6
This business internship is designed to provide the business major with supervised work experience in a sponsoring organization. The student is expected to complete a minimum of 200 hours in a meaningful and challenging position. Graded Credit/No Credit.
Prerequisite(s): Instructor approval required, with approval of School Dean
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BSBA 4998 - Undergraduate Research
Credit Hours: 0-6
Undergraduate research is an experiential learning activity that provides an opportunity for a student to engage in the scholarly activities of their major discipline under the guidance of a faculty mentor who will work in close partnership with each student in his or her formulation of a project, the development of a research strategy, and the assessment of a student’s progress. The primary goal is for each student scholar to conduct an inquiry or investigation that makes an original, intellectual or creative contribution to their discipline and which is shared in an appropriate venue. Repeatable Restrictions: Sophomore-Senior Level
Prerequisite(s): Instructor approval required
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CHEM 1101 - General Chemistry
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lectures and one 3-hour laboratory per week
A study of the theoretical concepts needed to understand typical chemical phenomena. The course addresses the nature of science, matter and measurements, the stoichiometry of chemical reactions, solutions and the calculation of concentration, energy relationships in chemistry, modern atomic theory, chemical bonding and molecular structure and the classification of reactions. Course is transferable as general studies credit to all other state institutions of higher education in West Virginia for credit with the grade earned.
Prerequisite(s): ACT math score of 19; or old SAT Math score of 460; or new SAT Math score of 510; or ACCUPLACER Elementary Algebra score of 76 or new ACCUPLACER OAS score of 250 or College Level Math score of 40; or MATH 1507 , MATH 1530
Transferable General Studies Course
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CHEM 1102 - General Chemistry II
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture/Lab Hours: The course consists of 3 hours of lecture and one 3-hour laboratory per week
This course is an extension of CHEM 1101 . It covers acid-base theory, chemical equilibrium, oxidation-reduction and an introduction to organic chemistry which includes the various classes of organic compounds, their nomenclature, structure, properties and reactions. The synthesis of polymers and their uses are included. When Offered: Spring semester only Course is transferable as general studies credit to all other state institutions of higher education in West Virginia for credit with the grade earned.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1101
Transferable General Studies Course
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CHEM 1105 - Chemical Principles
Credit Hours: 5
Lecture/Lab Hours: 4 hours of lecture and one 3-hour laboratory per week
This course constitutes an introduction to modern chemistry and its applications to society, including structure, nomenclature, properties and simple reactivity of inorganic chemicals, spectroscopy, stoichiometry involving solids, gases and solutions, chemical equilibrium, introductory kinetics and thermodynamics, electrochemistry and nuclear chemistry. CHEM 1105 and CHEM 2200 satisfy the first-year chemistry requirements for science majors and students pursuing pre-professional studies (e.g., premedical, pre-dental, pre-pharmacy, etc.). When Offered: Fall semester only
Prerequisite(s): ACT math score of 20; old SAT Math 480, new SAT Math 520; ACCUPLACER Elementary Algebra score of 78 or College Level Math score of 45 or new ACCUPLACER QAS score of 255 or CHEM 1101 with a grade of C or better
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CHEM 1199 - Special Topics in Chemistry
Credit Hours: 1-12
Studies in special selected topics, to be determined by the instructor and approved by the department chair. Credits earned will be applicable as free electives in degree and certificate programs.
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CHEM 2200 - Foundational Biochemistry
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 hours of lecture and one 3-hour laboratory per week
An introduction to biochemistry with emphasis on the role of basic general chemistry principles, including molecular structure and intermolecular forces, periodic properties, acid-base chemistry, diffusion and osmosis, kinetics and energetics, structural models and visualization. Introduces biochemical reaction mechanisms, cell components and their functions, and a chemical view of proteins, lipids, and cell membranes. CHEM 1105 and CHEM 2200 satisfy the first-year chemistry requirements for science majors and students pursuing pre-professional studies (e.g., pre-medical, predental, pre-pharmacy, etc.). When Offered: Spring only
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1105
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CHEM 2201 - Organic Chemistry I
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 hours of lecture and one 3-hour laboratory per week
This course presents an overview of the properties and reactivity of all major classes of organic compounds and functional groups. Selected reactions and mechanisms, particularly those with a biochemical connection, are also discussed. When Offered: Fall semester only
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2200
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CHEM 2202 - Organic Chemistry II
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 hours of lecture and one 3-hour laboratory per week
This course builds on the foundation from CHEM 2201 to provide a systematic study of the structure and reactivity of all major classes of organic compounds and functional groups with an emphasis on synthesis, mechanisms and structural relationships. When Offered: Spring Semester only
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2201
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CHEM 2205 - Analytical Chemistry
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 hours of lecture and one 3-hour laboratory per week
Classical methods of chemical analysis, with an emphasis on quantitative techniques and statistical analysis. Topics include error propagation, median, mean and standard deviation, t-test, q-test, hypothesis testing, linear regression analysis, creation of appropriate graphs and use of calibration curves, equilibrium, precipitation, acid-base theory, acid-base and redox titrations, activities, electrochemistry and potentiometry. When Offered: Spring semester only
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1105
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CHEM 3301 - Physical Chemistry I
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 hours of lecture and one 3-hour laboratory per week
Writing Intensive
A systematic treatment of chemical kinetics and thermodynamics, based on calculus and physics. The application of partial differentiation and mathematical software to chemical problems is specifically addressed. This course serves as an introduction to writing in the discipline, particularly in the laboratory component. When Offered: Fall semester only
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2200 , ENGL 1102 , MATH 2501 , PHYS 1101 or PHYS 1105
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CHEM 3304 - Inorganic Chemistry
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 hours of lecture and one 3-hour laboratory per week
This course covers the synthesis, reactions, and properties of elements and inorganic compounds. Topics include atomic and molecular structure; ionic bonding, crystals, and intermolecular forces; redox chemistry; acids, bases, and nonaqueous solvents; the main group elements; the transition metals; structure, bonding, synthesis and reactions of coordination compounds. When Offered: Fall semester only
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2200
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CHEM 3315 - Instrumental Analysis
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture/Lab Hours: The course consists of two hours of lecture and one four-hour laboratory per week
Basic concepts of instrument design and construction, operation of chemical instrumentation, use of standard procedures of analysis (including forensic and environmental methods), and method development for specific analyses. Spectroscopic and chromatographic methods of analysis are emphasized. When Offered: Fall semester only
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2200 , CHEM 2205 , PHYS 1102 or PHYS 1106
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CHEM 4401 - Independent Study
Credit Hours: 1-3
Students elect to learn about a topic in greater depth than usual, or one not covered in the regular curriculum, under the supervision of a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Instructor approval required
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CHEM 4402 - Internship
Credit Hours: 1-3
Students undertake a practical work experience with oversight from the chemistry department. At least two hours’ work experience is expected for every credit. A paper describing the experience is required.
Prerequisite(s): Instructor approval required
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CHEM 4403 - Independent Research
Credit Hours: 1-3
Lecture/Lab Hours: At least two hours in the laboratory are expected for every credit.
Independent research under the direction of a faculty member. A paper describing the research is required. Course is repeatable up to three times.
Prerequisite(s): Instructor approval required
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CHEM 4404 - Synthetic Methods and Materials
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture/Lab Hours: 2 hours of lecture and one 4-hour laboratory per week
This laboratory-intensive course is a study of synthetic methods and materials used in organic and inorganic chemistry, including green approaches to synthesis. Topics include organometallic compounds, metal catalysis, inert gas techniques, characterization techniques including electrochemistry, and the synthetic chemical literature. When Offered: Fall semester only, even years
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2202 , CHEM 3304
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CHEM 4412 - Physical Chemistry II
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 hours of lecture and one 3-hour laboratory per week
This heavily web-supported course deals with the development of quantum chemistry and its applications to spectroscopy. Elements of linear algebra, differential equations and mathematical software will be applied to chemical problems. When Offered: Spring semester, even years only
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3301 , MATH 2502 , PHYS 1102 or PHYS 1106
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CHEM 4998 - Undergraduate Research
Credit Hours: 0-6
Undergraduate research is an experiential learning activity that provides an opportunity for a student to engage in the scholarly activities of their major discipline under the guidance of a faculty mentor who will work in close partnership with each student in his or her formulation of a project, the development of a research strategy, and the assessment of a student’s progress. The primary goal is for each student scholar to conduct an inquiry or investigation that makes an original, intellectual or creative contribution to their discipline and which is shared in an appropriate venue. Repeatable Restrictions: Sophomore-Senior Level
Prerequisite(s): Instructor approval required
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CIVL 1100 - Introduction to Civil Engineering Technology
Credit Hours: 1
This course is designed to expose the students to the broad field of Civil Engineering Technology and the various options at their disposal during their academic tenure, and after graduation. It will explore the many design tools required, and writing techniques necessary to foster academic success, and provides an introduction to professional societies, internships, and their role as professionals in the work force. It is highly recommended students take this course freshman year.
Corequisite(s): CIVL 2210
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CIVL 1199 - Special Topics in Civil Engineering Technology
Credit Hours: 1-12
Studies in special selected topics, to be determined by the instructor and approved by the department chairperson. Credits earned will be applicable as free electives in degree and certificate programs.
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CIVL 2200 - Introduction to Surveying
Credit Hours: 3
Topics in this course include theory of linear distance measurement, proper note keeping, transit/tape surveying techniques, leveling procedures, measurement of horizontal and vertical angles, stadia, bearings and azimuths, rectangular coordinates, topography and mapping techniques. Students will learn to use all types of surveying equipment, including levels, transits, theodolites, total stations, and Electronic Distance Measurements (EDM) devices.
Corequisite(s): MATH 1510 or math equivalent
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CIVL 2210 - Light Construction
Credit Hours: 4
Students will be instructed in practices utilized in the erection of residential and industrial buildings, with technical information involving problems from ground to roof.
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CIVL 2220 - Construction Materials and Methods
Credit Hours: 4
Identification, properties and standard test methods for steel, concrete, timber, masonry products, bituminous products, soils and aggregate. Heavy construction methods are also discussed.
Prerequisite(s): CIVL 2210 , MATH 1510 or math equivalent
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CIVL 2230 - Construction Estimating
Credit Hours: 3
This course covers construction cost-estimating techniques for various types of construction projects. Included are certain related topics such as production, bidding and specifications as they affect the contractor during the cost estimation process.
Prerequisite(s): CIVL 2220
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CIVL 2240 - Construction, Land and Route Surveying
Credit Hours: 3
This course will cover horizontal and vertical control, building location and layout, pipeline layout, construction staking procedures, earth quantity measurements, triangulation, horizontal and vertical curves, plan and profile, area and cross sections, volume calculations, mass diagrams, boundary control and deed descriptions.
Prerequisite(s): CIVL 2200 , COMM 2202 , ENGL 1103
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CIVL 2275 - Civil Engineering Graphics
Credit Hours: 3
This course will provide students with an introduction to computer-assisted civil engineering drafting and design. Includes coverage of graphics techniques, drawing organization, dimensioning, orthographic projection, and specific applications of civil engineering drafting and design. Typical applications include coordinate geometry, contours, topics in highway design, concrete, steel and structural wood drafting.
Prerequisite(s): TECH 1108
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CIVL 2280 - Environmental Engineering Technology I
Credit Hours: 3
This introductory course will provide an overview of the environmental field, including laws and regulations, water quality, hydraulic and hydrologic fundamentals, water and wastewater treatment, groundwater contamination, and solid waste management.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1101
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CIVL 2290 - Introduction to Structures
Credit Hours: 3
This is an introductory course focusing on the analysis and design of structures. It will provide an elementary overview of the analysis, design, and detailing of both steel and wood structures, with primary emphasis on steel. Course coverage will include design of beams, columns and connections.
Prerequisite(s): MECH 2200
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CIVL 3305 - Hydraulics and Hydrology
Credit Hours: 3
Topics in hydraulics will include closed conduit flow, networks, reservoirs, hydraulic machinery, pumps in series and parallel and hydraulic structures. Topics in hydrology will include statistics and probability, hydrologic cycle and data, open channel flow, flood control and discharge, and culvert and detention pond design.
Prerequisite(s): TECH 2290 or MATH Equivalent, and CIVL 2280
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CIVL 3340 - Introduction to Soil Mechanics
Credit Hours: 4
This course covers soil origin and composition, index properties and classification, permeability, capillary, seepage, drainage, frost heave, combined stresses, total and effective stresses, compressibility and consolidation.
Prerequisite(s): MECH 2200 , MECH 2220 , TECH 2290 or math equivalent
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CIVL 4400 - Highway Design and Transportation
Credit Hours: 4
Writing Intensive
This course addresses basic transportation theory and design, traffic flow, capacity analysis, level of service, flexible and rigid pavement design, and geometric design. A Writing Intensive capstone experience is included in this course, aligned with the general transportation planning model, which includes industry collaboration. Restrictions: Baccalaureate majors only.
Prerequisite(s): CIVL 3340 , ENGL 1103 , TECH 3300 or MATH Equivalent
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CIVL 4410 - Advanced Structural Analysis
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an analysis of structures including cables, beams, columns, trusses and frames. Also included are buckling, shear, moment and deflection in statically determinate structures. Restrictions: Baccalaureate majors only.
Prerequisite(s): CIVL 2290 , TECH 3300 or math equivalent
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CIVL 4420 - Construction Planning and Administration
Credit Hours: 3
Introduction to construction management. Topics include construction planning and scheduling, economics, contracts, administration, health and safety, productivity and performance.
Prerequisite(s): CIVL 2230
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CIVL 4440 - Structural Design
Credit Hours: 3
A continuation of CIVL 2290 , with more in-depth design of reinforced concrete and steel structures.
Prerequisite(s): CIVL 2290
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CIVL 4450 - Structures
Credit Hours: 3
Introduction to the structural design of typical building components using steel, timber and concrete. The course will include design of laterally supported and unsupported beams, one and two-way slabs, columns, beam-columns, tension members, connections and wall and column footings.
Prerequisite(s): CIVL 2220 , MECH 2200
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CIVL 4460 - Environmental Engineering Technology II
Credit Hours: 3
This course will cover theories and practices in water and wastewater treatment systems, including physical, chemical and biological treatment processes. Other topics include surface water quality characteristics, modeling and permitting. Restrictions: Baccalaureate majors only.
Prerequisite(s): CIVL 2280 and TECH 3300 or math equivalent
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CIVL 4470 - Advanced Soil Mechanics and Foundation Design
Credit Hours: 3
This course is a continuation of CIVL 3340 and includes shear strength, laboratory and field test methods and their use in design. It also provides an introduction to shallow and deep foundations, including bearing capacity and settlement analysis, the study of earth pressure for use in design of retaining walls, sheet piles, and excavating bracing, and an introduction to earth structure design and slope stability analysis. Restrictions: Baccalaureate majors only.
Prerequisite(s): CIVL 3340
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CIVL 4998 - Undergraduate Research
Credit Hours: 0-6
Undergraduate research is an experiential learning activity that provides an opportunity for a student to engage in the scholarly activities of their major discipline under the guidance of a faculty mentor who will work in close partnership with each student in his or her formulation of a project, the development of a research strategy, and the assessment of a student’s progress. The primary goal is for each student scholar to conduct an inquiry or investigation that makes an original, intellectual or creative contribution to their discipline and which is shared in an appropriate venue. Repeatable Restrictions: Sophomore-Senior Level
Prerequisite(s): Instructor approval required
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SURV 2200 - Professional Surveying Practices
Credit Hours: 3
This course will introduce the broad skills required of a surveyor in a business atmosphere. Topics include business plan formulation, basic financial forms and accounting, pricing and bidding projects, marketing, contracts and proposals, and project management. Additional topics include preparing boundary descriptions, preparing survey reports, professional ethics, in addition to dealing with and obtaining oral evidence from landowners and other persons, both clients and adjoiners. This course will also introduce working with legal professionals: interaction with and cooperation with attorneys, preparation for depositions and testimony, effectively conveying and defending survey opinions in court.
Corequisite(s): ENGL 1103
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SURV 2210 - Interpreting Land Records
Credit Hours: 3
Course topics include obtaining and analyzing deeds, wills, plats and other recorded documents, including instruction and practice in reading archaic cursive writing in old documents. The course will also incorporate the practices of finding and using other evidence not generally found in courthouse records, including old and new aerial photographs, other photographs, highway and other right of way plans, and assorted archival material.
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SURV 2220 - Surveying Engineering Graphics
Credit Hours: 3
This course will emphasize field to office data automation as well as the use of coordinate geometry software. Topics will include data analysis, data adjustment and mapping calculations of municipal and rural maps and drawings, drainage applications, plan and profile drawings, cross-sections, earthwork plats, legal descriptions, contour and topography generation, quantity calculators, and other details related to pertinent surveying technology drawings. Computeraided-drafting (CAD) with Carlson is used for drawings.
Prerequisite(s): TECH 1108
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SURV 2230 - Land Survey Boundary
Credit Hours: 3
Topics include an overview of the basic concepts of boundary law and retracement, understanding the relative importance of different types of boundary evidence, and recognizing the often complex nature of boundary retracement.
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SURV 2260 - Dendrology
Credit Hours: 3
Course provides an overview of tree taxa of the Appalachian Region. Topics include indigenous species identification, morphology, distribution, habitat and ecology. Students will gain knowledge on how morphology, life history, and ecology are related to habitat and distribution of woody plants.
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SURV 2290 - Boundary Retracement
Credit Hours: 3
This class will continue with practical and in-depth instruction in the methods of recognizing and analyzing boundary evidence, and correlating record evidence with physical evidence. The class will also focus on applying logic and professional judgment in resolving conflicts between different aspects of the evidence, and reaching sound and defensible conclusions in the resolution of boundary issues.
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SURV 3320 - Geodesy
Credit Hours: 3
This course will encompass the techniques of precise horizontal and vertical control surveying. Emphasis will be on practices of both government and private organizations. The use of directional theodolites, levels, and total station measurement is stressed. Topics include geometry of ellipsoids, coordinate systems, precise leveling and orthometric height, geodetic position computation and gravity field of earth.
Prerequisite(s): CIVL 2200
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SURV 3340 - Principles of Photogrammetry
Credit Hours: 3
This course will provide an introduction to the advantages of photogrammetry, both as a mapping and planning tool. Topics include vertical photo geometry, scale, displacement due to relief and tilt, viewing and measuring, development of planimetric and topographic maps, flight planning and aerial triangulation.
Prerequisite(s): CIVL 2200
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SURV 3380 - Topographic Surveying
Credit Hours: 3
Course will include the use of Global Positioning Systems (GPS) equipment in order to collect and create survey products in a computer aided drafting environment. Topics include geodetic horizontal and vertical datums, projection systems, datum transformations, and cadastral surveying as applied to the U.S. Public Land Survey System.
Prerequisite(s): CIVL 2240 SURV 2220
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SURV 4400 - Surveying Internship
Credit Hours: 3
Students shall complete an advisor-approved surveying internship or co-op. Responsibilities must be in the field of surveying. (Baccalaureate majors only)
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SURV 4420 - Surveying Practices and Decision Making
Credit Hours: 3
Students will learn to apply the principles of boundary retracement and boundary law using actual or virtual cases to develop skills in analyzing boundary evidence and making professional decisions, to enable students to begin developing the ability to analyze and resolve boundary issues.
Prerequisite(s): SURV 2200 , SURV 2290
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SURV 4480 - Surveying Projects and Applications
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to serve as a capstone course for Surveying and Geomatics Engineering Technology majors. Students are required to successfully complete and approved senior project, with industry collaboration. This course requires both individual participation and teamwork in presentations, industry standards, and professional written communications.
Prerequisite(s): SURV 4420
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CHEP 1100 - Health Promotion
Credit Hours: 4
Students will explore the significance of each dimension of health and the reciprocal relationship between human health status and the environment. Various body systems and related health issues will be discussed. Students will learn how to be educated consumers of health information and how to advocate for health on behalf of their clients.
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CHEP 1110 - Nutrition & Health Promotion
Credit Hours: 3
This course examines nutritional needs across the life cycle and in special populations. The course will also discuss challenges to healthy nutrition, including eating disorders and economic/geographical barriers. Students will develop a plan for healthy nutrition.
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CHEP 2202 - Environmental Health
Credit Hours: 3
This course focuses on current environmental health issues such as population dynamics and interventions designed to modify the environment in order to improve communities as well as the impact of humans on their environment. Students examine the ramifications of decisions regarding management of environmental resources (i.e. air, water, forests, etc.), their impact on quality of life and the role of organizations/governmental agencies involved with pollution control will be undertaken.
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CHEP 3000 - Epidemiology & Disease Etiology
This course examines the multi-causal issues that lead to disease. Disease types, tracking, diagnosis, methods of transmission, prevention, and treatment will be covered. Students are introduced to the scientific processes of health research. Students will analyze the causes of disease and assess disease progression in communities.
Prerequisite(s): CHEP 1100 OR PSYC 1101 OR SOCY 1110
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CHEP 3320 - Behavior Change Theory
Credit Hours: 3
This course examines theories, models, and constructs related to personal, environmental, and population-based health risk and health enhancing behaviors. Students will apply course material to health promotion in a variety of settings.
Prerequisite(s): CHEP 3000 OR PSYC 1101 OR SOCY 1110
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CHEP 3345 - Needs Assessment
Credit Hours: 3
The course assesses health-related needs, assets, and capacity in communities. Students will participate in data collection and analysis, as well as develop recommendations to promote health in the community.
Prerequisite(s): CHEP 3000
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CHEP 3350 - Program Planning & Evaluation
Credit Hours: 3
This course examines the importance of health promotion programs. Students will design/tailor and implement programs to meet the needs of an identified community. Students will also participate in program evaluation and offer recommendations for improvement.
Prerequisite(s): CHEP 3000
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CHEP 3360 - Communication Techniques for Health Promotion
Credit Hours: 2
This course examines health communication, tailoring of health materials, using social media for health promotion, etc. Low health literacy and low reading literacy and their impact on health status are covered. Students apply the course material and develop health promotion materials related to a health topic of interest to them.
Prerequisite(s): CHEP 3000 OR PSYC 1101 OR SOCY 1110
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CHEP 4000 - Death, Dying, and Caretaking
Credit Hours: 3
This course examines theories surrounding life/death, grief/bereavement, and caregiving. Stress management and life-balance of formal and informal caretakers are covered. Additionally, the legal and political issues of death and caregiving are covered.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1101 OR SOCY 1110
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CHEP 4001 - Disability, Communities, & Health
Credit Hours: 3
This course investigates the experiences and needs of individuals with disabilities, health impairments, and/or chronic pain. Topics include how disabilities are defined, measured, perceived in society, health disparities/inequality, and emerging trends/topics of concern. Students investigate the challenges faced by individuals when navigating through society as well as ways communities can create a more inclusive environment.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1101 OR SOCY 1110
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CHEP 4410 - Public Health Policy Seminar
Credit Hours: 2
This course provides a framework for identifying public health policy issues. Topics covered each semester will be tailored to current events while incorporating historical influences on current situations. Students will participate in advocacy for health education/promotion, discuss current and emerging health issues; explain howpolicy and/or systems change can promote or discourage health.
Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior-Level Standing
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CHEP 4440 - Health Research and Measurement Design
Credit Hours: 3
This course examines principles of research and measurement including research ethics, instrument construction, designing a study and an examination of concepts and strategies involved with assessment.Students identify a health topic of interest, determine what is currently known on the topic, and develop a research project to further the knowledge on the topic.
Prerequisite(s): CHEP 3320
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CHEP 4445 - Health Research Implementation
Credit Hours: 3
This course investigates the concepts of project management, data collection, analysis methods, and designs used in health-related programs. Students collect data on a health topic of interest to them, analyze the data, and make recommendations for health promotion based on the findings.
Prerequisite(s): CHEP 4440
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CHEP 4450 - Program Funding & Administration
Credit Hours: 3
Writing Intensive Course
This course provides an overview of securing funding for and managing of health promotion programs. Students will create a grant proposal and other materials necessary for managing a health promotion program.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1102 or higher and MATH 1407 or higher
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CHEP 4480 - Community Health Capstone
Credit Hours: 4
This course serves as a review for the Community Health program. Topics include assessing and addressing community health needs, advocating for health, using behavior change theory to promote health, managing health promotion programs/research. Students will participate in class discussions, reflect on assigned readings and apply skills developed across courses to real-world, health-related situations. Students will also take practice exams that are aligned with various professional accreditation bodies in the health promotion field.
Prerequisite(s): CHEP 3350
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CHEP 4490 - Community Health Internship
Credit Hours: 3
This course is a 120-hour, semester-long experience working directly with a community agency during the student’s last semester. Specific goals will meet the needs of the agency in collaboration with the student and the course faculty. Expectations include implementing, administering, or managing a health education project, and serving as a health promotion/education resource person. Students also develop a portfolio showcasing their best work from the internship.
Prerequisite(s): CHEP 3350
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COMM 1105 - Voice & Diction
Credit Hours: 3
This course covers the theory and practice of speech science, provides the basic information necessary for further speech and drama study and helps students improve their speaking skills. When Offered: Fall semester only Restrictions: Open to communication and theatre arts and music students only.
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COMM 1199 - Special Topics in Communication
Credit Hours: 1-12
Studies in special selected topics, to be determined by the instructor and approved by the School’s Dean. Maximum credit allowed is 3 hours per semester, up to 12 hours total Credits earned will be applicable as free electives in degree and certificate programs.
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COMM 2200 - Introduction to Human Communication
Credit Hours: 3
Examines the theoretical foundations of human communication through definitional analysis and examination of communication models, code elements and ethical considerations pertinent to communication in our society. This course provides the opportunity for each student to participate in interpersonal and public speaking presentations to develop his/her skills in interacting with others in both the personal and professional arenas. Satisfies General Studies category ID, IG, and IV requirement. Course is transferable as general studies credit to all other state institutions of higher education in West Virginia for credit with the grade earned.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENGL 1101 with a “C” or better or a Verbal ACT score of 21 or higher
Transferable General Studies Course
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COMM 2201 - Introduction to Group Discussion
Credit Hours: 3
This course focuses on the theories, concepts and skills necessary to function effectively in a variety of group settings. Students will use research, organization, critical thinking and presentational skills when participating in groups to investigate social problems and create potential solutions for those problems. Topics include group norms, rules, roles, conflict management, leadership, problem solving, decision-making and team building. Satisfies General Studies category ID, IG, and IV requirement.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENGL 1101 with a “C” or better grade or a Verbal ACT score of 21 or higher
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COMM 2202 - Introduction to Communication in the World of Work
Credit Hours: 3
This course focuses on personal and professional communication. It examines the nature of communication in the world of work. Students will exam and practice individual, group and presentational communication skills necessary to work effectively with peers, supervisors, supervisees and constituents. Topics addressed will include interpersonal communication, socialization, organizational culture, group dynamics, leadership, power and status, meeting facilitation, problem solving, presentation research, organization and delivery. Satisfies General Studies category IG and IV requirement.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENGL 1101 with a “C” or better or a Verbal ACT score of 21 or higher
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COMM 2213 - Introduction to Communication Theory and Research Practices
Credit Hours: 3
Writing Intensive
This course provides an overview of the concepts and methods used to design, conduct, interpret and evaluate communication research. The aim of the course is for students to become informed consumers of research as well as producers of it on a basic level. The course will develop the skills necessary to design, organize, conduct, report and present research competently and ethically. In order to satisfy the Writing Intensive requirement, students will be required to complete a comprehensive written literature review analyzing the work of other researchers on a chosen topic related to communication theory.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1102
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COMM 2219 - Language in Communication
Credit Hours: 3
A study of verbal coding for communication, this course focuses on the function of language in oral communication, theories of oral language acquisition and behavior and the special problems involved in oral language coding for audiences. When Offered: Spring semester only
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2200 , COMM 2201 , or COMM 2202
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COMM 2241 - Argumentation & Debate
Credit Hours: 3
A study of the principles of argumentation, logic and reasoning, evidence and decision-making. A practical application of these principles is emphasized through the study of current controversies and oral class debates. When Offered: Fall semester only
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2200 , COMM 2201 , or COMM 2202
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COMM 2249 - Intercollegiate Debate I-IV
Credit Hours: 1-4
This course provides training for and participation in intercollegiate debate tournaments at colleges and universities throughout the eastern United States. Credit is also given for researching the intercollegiate debate proposition for the current academic year. Maximum credit allowed is 1 hour per semester, up to 4 hours total Restrictions: Open to freshmen and sophomores. (Juniors and seniors, see COMM 4449 .).
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COMM 2250 - Sophomore Seminar
Credit Hours: 1
In this course, students will explore the role of the communication professional in a variety of fields such as media, non-profit, government, business, and health. Students will participate in a mid-program review with communication faculty and the class will culminate in a paper/presentation on a communication profession or field of study. Restrictions: Open to communication arts majors and minors only.
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COMM 3300 - Intercultural Communication
Credit Hours: 3
This course examines the meaning, significance and impact of intercultural communication as it applies individually, nationally and globally as well as in groups and organizations. The course will explore the meaning of “culture” and its effects on perception and understanding. Both macro and micro cultural differences will be examined and the danger of cultural misunderstanding will be explored. The course will also examine the ever growing need for intercultural communication competence and introduce ways to increase that competence.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2200 , COMM 2201 , or COMM 2202
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COMM 3320 - The Art of Storytelling in Theory and Practice
Credit Hours: 3
The emphasis of the course will be on both the theory and research related to storytelling and the art of storytelling as performance. In this performance-based course, students will select, craft, rehearse and perform stories suitable to a variety of audiences. Students enrolled in this course are required to attend the National Storytelling Festival in Jonesborough, Tennessee. When Offered: Fall semester, odd-numbered years Same Course As: FOLK 3320 and THEA 3320
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COMM 3330 - Organizational Communication
Credit Hours: 3
This course is the study of the role communication plays in organizations. Major theories of organizational communication will be examined via the identification, definition, and application of primary concepts such as corporate culture, ethics, teamwork, and the role of technology, leadership, and diversity. Organizational communication systems will also be examined.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2200 , COMM 2201 , or COMM 2202
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COMM 3337 - Persuasive Communication
Credit Hours: 3
This course is an in-depth study of the speaker, audience and environmental factors influencing the persuasive process. It is designed to give advanced communication students training in the preparation, presentation and critical analysis of persuasive speeches. Various delivery styles, including impromptu and extemporaneous, will be used. When Offered: Fall semester only
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2241
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COMM 3345 - Oratory
Credit Hours: 3
Students will study the role of rhetoric/public discourse as an agent of change in a free society, and prepare a persuasive manuscript to be delivered to a public audience. This class prepares students for participation in the M. M. Neely Persuasive Speaking Contest. When Offered: Spring semester only
Prerequisite(s): COMM 3337
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COMM 4420 - Contemporary Storytelling
Credit Hours: 3
This course is an introduction to the study of images as a communicative phenomenon and ethnographic storytelling. Students will explore the use of digital images to communicate specific information in a variety of contexts such as public relations, journalism, or web-based publication and the use of ethnographic research as a tool for audio documentary.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2241 and BISM 2800
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COMM 4439 - Public Speaking Practicum I-VIII
Credit Hours: 1-8
Preparation for and participation in public performances and intercollegiate competitions and festivals in public speaking, i.e., after-dinner, extemporaneous, oratory, etc. Maximum credit allowed is 1 hour per semester, up to 8 hours total
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COMM 4449 - Intercollegiate Debate I-IV
Credit Hours: 1-4
This course provides training for and participation in intercollegiate debate tournaments at colleges and universities throughout the eastern United States. Credit is also given for researching the intercollegiate debate proposition for the current academic year. Maximum credit allowed is 1 hour per semester, up to 4 hours total Restrictions: Open to juniors and seniors. (Freshmen and sophomores, see COMM 2249 .).
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COMM 4491 - Directed Study in Communication
Credit Hours: 1-3
The student may elect directed study in any area of communication which is not treated in the communication course offerings. Coursework is designed by the student and selected faculty, with approval of the School’s Dean. Maximum credit allowed is 3 hours per semester, up to 12 hours total
Prerequisite(s): Instructor approval
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COMM 4496 - Communication in Practice: Internship
Credit Hours: 3
The communication internship is designed to provide students with a supervised opportunity to apply their communication skills in a business or organization. Students are expected to complete a minimum of 100 hours in a meaningful and challenging placement. This placement should be made in cooperation with a member of the communication arts faculty or a faculty member teaching in a communication arts track. Students will attend course orientation sessions at the beginning of the semester and course reflection and evaluation sessions at the end of the semester. The final reflection will include a portfolio presentation that demonstrates students’ understanding of communication in theory and practice as well as their own strengths and weaknesses as a communicator. This placement, the reflection, and the portfolio presentation make up the capstone experience for students majoring in communication arts. Restrictions: Open to communication arts majors only.
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COMM 4998 - Undergraduate Research
Credit Hours: 0-6
Undergraduate research is an experiential learning activity that provides an opportunity for a student to engage in the scholarly activities of their major discipline under the guidance of a faculty mentor who will work in close partnership with each student in his or her formulation of a project, the development of a research strategy, and the assessment of the student’s progress. The primary goal is for each student scholar to conduct an inquiry or investigation that makes an original, intellectual or creative contribution to their discipline and which is shared in an appropriate venue. Maximum credit allowed is 3 hours per semester, up to 9 hours total
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing and above, instructor approval
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COMP 1100 - Introduction to Computing
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an overview of the current state of computing and its social implications. This is intended to be used as a breadth-first introductory course for majors and non-majors. Topics include organization of a computer system, discussion of a broad range of software systems, problem solving, database systems, networking, computer security, ethical issues, and emerging areas in computer science.
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COMP 1110 - Introduction to Programming
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an introduction to problem solving using a suitable high-level programming language (e.g., Python), with applications in engineering technology and science. Topics include basic hardware and software concepts, data types, input/output, control structures, and modularization. Several programming projects are assigned to provide the students with experience in program development. This course will not count towards the requirements for a Computer Science/Cybersecurity degree and may not be substituted for COMP 1120 . Computer Science/Cybersecurity majors may take this course as a free elective if they do not meet the prerequisite for COMP 1120.
Prerequisite(s): MATH ACT score of 19 or MATH SAT score of 500
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COMP 1120 - Principles of Programming I
Credit Hours: 3
A study of the foundations of computer programming. Students are introduced to computer organization, data representation, the software development cycle, and programming concepts including data types, input/output, control structures, functions, and text file processing. Programming projects in C++ are assigned to provide students with experience in program development.
Prerequisite(s): MATH ACT score of 21 or MATH SAT score of 530 or MATH 1430 or a grade of C or better in COMP 1110
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COMP 1130 - Principles of Programming II
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture/Lab Hours: The course consists of three hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week
This course is a continuation of COMP 1120 and covers arrays, searching/sorting, pointers, classes, recursion, and advanced file I/O. The concept of object oriented programming is introduced. Projects in C++ are assigned to provide students with experience implementing multi-part applications using these concepts.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in COMP 1120
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COMP 1199 - Special Topics in Computer Science
Credit Hours: 1-12
Studies in special selected topics, to be determined by the instructor and approved by the department chair. Credits earned will be applicable as free electives in degree and certificate programs.
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COMP 2200 - Object-Oriented Programming
Credit Hours: 3
This course covers concepts of object-oriented programming using the Java programming language. Topics include objects and classes, encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism, generic programming, exception handling, graphical user interface, and event-handling.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in COMP 1130
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COMP 2201 - Machine Organization
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an overview of computer organization. Topics include assembly language, data representation, subroutine calling conventions, the OS kernel, interrupt handling, and an introduction to digital logic. Programming projects are assigned to exemplify the topics covered in class.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in COMP 1130
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COMP 2203 - Introduction to Game Principles
Credit Hours: 3
This course is an introduction to basic principles of interactivity and game design. Asset creation, event handling, scores, displays, and sequencing are covered. Same Course As: GRFX 2203
Prerequisite(s): GRFX 1113
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