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CHRD (Counseling and Human Resource Development)
  

  • CHRD 451 - Individual and Group Counseling

    Credits: 3
    This course will introduce students to fundamental perspectives on professional counseling. Change processes and strategies will be examined from differing viewpoints. Students will be familiarized with group dynamics, structure, and power.


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  • CHRD 452 - Addictions Rehabilitation

    Credits: 3
    The purpose of this course is to introduce students to practice and policy aspects of addictions counseling. From a strengths perspective, biological, psychological, social, and spiritual factors will be considered as they relate to substance abuse issues.


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  • CHRD 453 - Family Therapy

    Credits: 3
    Family structure, systems, and communication will be examined. Perspectives on family dynamics and therapeutic change will be explored.


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  • CHRD 471-571 - Gerontology Issues in Counseling

    Credits: 3
    This course is designed to familiarize helping professionals with psychological aspects of the aging process. Students will gain skills in establishing rapport and interacting in a professional, caring manner with older adults and learn about appropriate resources and techniques to assist older clients.


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  • CHRD 475 - Wellness Counseling

    Credits: 2
    This course will introduce students to interventions designed to enhance individual wellness including behavioral and motivational strategies. Change processes and strategies will be examined along with signs and symptoms of mental health states.


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  • CHRD 485-585 - Careers in Counseling and Student Affairs

    Credits: 3
    This course is designed for students who are considering a career in counseling or student affairs. Students will be required to demonstrate an understanding of the various facets of the profession through a variety of individual and small group activities.


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CJUS (Criminal Justice)
  

  • CJUS 201 - Introduction to Criminal Justice (COM) [SGR #3]

    Credits: 3
    Overviews the criminal justice institutions involved in the operations of criminal law including the police, the attorney, the bail system, the trial, the guilty plea, sentencing, corrections and an analysis of criminal law in terms of why certain kinds of conduct are criminal in our society. Notes: Course meets SGR #3 .


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  • CJUS 203 - Policing in a Free Society (COM)

    Credits: 3
    Presents the role of law enforcement within the criminal justice system, including law enforcement organizations and functions of separate operational units. Also examines the role of the police in a democratic society, covering concepts such as police services, crime deterrence, discretion and enforcement policies.


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  • CJUS 330 - Civil Rights and Liberties

    Credits: 3
    Individual First Amendment guarantees, constitutional rights of the accused in the criminal process and equal protection of the law as interpreted through U.S. Supreme Court decisions. Cross-Listed: POLS 330 .


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  • CJUS 334 - Criminal Investigation (COM)

    Credits: 3
    A study of the fundamental principles of a criminal investigation subsequent to the initial activities of the first investigator at the scene. The intent of this course is to acquaint the student with those investigative actions which are most applicable to all types of investigations.


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  • CJUS 412 - Criminal Prosecution and Defense (COM)

    Credits: 3
    Presents a behavioral and legal analysis of criminal case concepts, such as initial appearance, bail, preliminary hearing, grand jury, arraignment, suppression hearings, trial and sentencing, emphasizing bail reform, plea bargaining, screening, diversion, speedy trial, insanity defense, discovery, and the role of the defense attorney, prosecutor, and judge. The court system is examined as a social institution of human actors, exercising discretion within the boundaries of the law.


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  • CJUS 431 - Criminal Law (COM)

    Credits: 3
    Examines the substantive criminal law, exploring the larger issues concerning the relationship of the individual to the state through analyzing such topics as the nature of criminal liability and the functions and justifications for criminal punishment, legal limitations upon criminalization, and the general principles of criminal liability, such as the “Act” and “State of Mind” requirements, specific offenses against persons and property, the law of attempt, the law of complexity, and conspiracy.


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  • CJUS 436 - Juvenile Justice (COM)

    Credits: 3
    Examines the separate system created in our society to handle juvenile justice, tracing the historical and philosophical development of the juvenile justice system and inspecting the various stages of the juvenile justice process as well as critical issues currently facing the system.


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CM (Construction Management)
  

  • CM 101 - Introduction to Construction

    Credits: 1
    Overview the construction industry and its key divisions: residential, commercial, heavy-highway-utilities. Professional conduct, technology, and contemporary issues are covered.


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  • CM 124 - Construction Graphics

    Credits: 3
    Introduction to graphic communications used in construction including civil, architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical drawings, plans, and schematics; creating and editing plans; symbols, terminology, and layout. Basic drawing at the board through overview of building modeling is covered.


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  • CM 130 - Management Tools and Analysis

    Credits: 3
    Introduction to common tools used by managers to convey information in the decision making process. Data organization and analysis using spreadsheets, databases and other relevant tools to produce effective communications.


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  • CM 210-210L - Construction Surveying and Lab

    Credits: 3
    The study of construction surveying and layout including topographic surveys and mapping. Land and construction surveys, principles of curve and quantity calculations and other advanced topics in surveying. Prerequisites:  MATH 102  or GE 241 . Corequisites: CM 210L-210.


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  • CM 216 - Construction Methods and Materials

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to building materials and construction methods. Common construction methods are introduced and building design details are explored; material applications, innovations, structural and non-structural building components are covered. Prerequisites: MATH 102  or MATH 103 .


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  • CM 230 - Applied Construction

    Credits: 1-3
    The supervised application of construction principles to the actual building of a whole or part of a structure. Prerequisites: CM 101 . Notes: May be repeated for up to 3 credits.


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  • CM 232 - Cost Estimating

    Credits: 3
    The study of the basic concepts of construction plan, specification and blueprint reading by requiring the student to do actual quantity takeoff using both traditional hand methods and computer enhanced procedures. Prerequisites: CM 124  or CM 216  or consent.


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  • CM 235 - Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing Plans and Specifications

    Credits: 3
    Building systems including HVAC, electrical controls, fire protection, and piping will be covered from pre-construction planning phase.  Building information modeling and traditional blueprint reading will provide an understanding of construction project phases.


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  • CM 250 - Construction Project Management I

    Credits: 2
    Application of project management techniques.  The life cycle of a construction project are covered including preconstruction feasibility, documentation, compliance, permits, and close out.


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  • CM 320-320L - Construction Soil Mechanics and Lab

    Credits: 3
    Introduces updated information developed in research and practices for application to construction operations. An overview of the nature of soil materials and their engineering properties is coupled with simple, direct examples of analysis to show how common construction methods and operation may be controlled or influenced. Prerequisites: GE 241  or PHYS 111 . Corequisites: CM 320L-CM 320.


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  • CM 332 - Building Construction Methods and Systems

    Credits: 3
    The study of the structural and finish systems that make up a building and the related methods of implementation. Prerequisites: CM 216  and junior standing or instructor approval.


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  • CM 333 - Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing Systems

    Credits: 3
    The study of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems, design considerations, and system components in a modern building.


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  • CM 352 - Advanced Cost Estimating

    Credits: 3
    The study of the procedures and methods required to determine the value of construction projects with associated bidding procedures. Prerequisites: ACCT 211  , CM 216  and CM 232 .


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  • CM 353 - Construction Structures

    Credits: 3
    The study of the structural design process in the built environment. Prerequisites: GE 241 .


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  • CM 360 - Building Design and Evaluation Concepts

    Credits: 3
    The study of the design of buildings and the use of contemporary concepts to regulate and influence the design process. Prerequisites: CM 124  and CM 216 .


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  • CM 374 - Heavy Construction Methods and Systems

    Credits: 3
    The study of the systems involved in heavy construction and the equipment and methods required to implement them. Prerequisites: CM 216 .


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  • CM 400-500 - Risk Management and Construction Safety

    Credits: 3
    Construction safety and health and effective management of risk.


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  • CM 410 - Construction Project Management and Supervision

    Credits: 3
    The study of the ethical, procedural, and supervisory concepts involved with the execution of a construction project. Prerequisites: CM 443-553 .


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  • CM 420 - Construction Student Competitions

    Credits: 1-3
    Participation and related preparation for student competitions hosted by regional, national, and international industry organizations. Prerequisites: Instructor approval.


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  • CM 421 - Commercial Building Inspection and Plan Checking

    Credits: 3
    Preparation to become a certified building inspector or building plan checker/reviewer by studying the prevailing building code. Prerequisites: CM 216 .


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  • CM 443-553 - Construction Planning and Scheduling

    Credits: 3
    Planning and scheduling construction projects. Both manual methods and computer programs will be used to schedule activities, control cost and manage resources. Prerequisites: CM 232  or instructor permission.


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  • CM 452 - Heavy and Highway Estimating

    Credits: 3
    The study of the procedures and methods required to determine the value of heavy, highway, and site development projects with associated bidding procedures. Prerequisites: CM 232  and CM 374 .


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  • CM 455 - Residential Construction

    Credits: 3
    The study of the residential construction process including design, documentation, and construction.


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  • CM 460-560 - Sustainable Building Systems Concepts and Analysis

    Credits: 3
    The analysis of energy efficient and environmentally responsible building design and construction. Material selection, energy and climate analysis, and practical applications of new technology will be covered.


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  • CM 471 - Capstone Experience

    Credits: 2
    This course integrates project management theory and application in a team-based learning environment.  Contemporary industry topics, development and implementation of projects, legal and ethical implications, project management processes, and management issues will be addressed. Prerequisites: Senior standing.


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  • CM 473-573 - Construction Law and Accounting

    Credits: 3
    The study of the application of legal, contractual, and generally accepted accounting principles to the construction industry. Prerequisites: ACCT 210 . Notes: Registration Restriction: Senior standing or instructor approval.


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  • CM 485-485L/585-585L - Site Development and Feasibility Analysis and Lab

    Credits: 3
    Tools and techniques used to evaluate the cost of new site development; risk assessment and market feasibility analysis for properties to be acquired for economic development. Corequisites: CM 485L-485.


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CS (Consumer Science)
  

  • CS 230 - Consumer Behavior

    Credits: 3
    Understanding cultural, economic, social, psychological conditions, and media environments that influence the consumer purchase process in the marketplace. Study of diverse types of consumer subcultures. Cross-Listed: CA 230 .


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  • CS 282 - Customer Service

    Credits: 3
    Examination and application of customer service as a tool for business to develop positive interactions with current and potential customers. Discussion of customer service as an integral tool in customer relationship management. Cross-Listed: AM 282 .


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  • CS 381 - Professional Behavior at Work

    Credits: 3
    Social skills and professional conduct in a global workplace. Emphasis will be on interpersonal communication and cross-cultural interactions appropriate in the work environment. Cross-Listed: AM 381 .


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  • CS 430 - Consumer Decision Making

    Credits: 3
    Study of theories and principles in judgment and decision making and behavioral economics. Barriers and strategies to improve consumer judgment and decision-making will be addressed including heuristics and biases, role of emotion and social forces. Cross-Listed: CA 430 .


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  • CS 480 - Travel Studies

    Credits: 1-5
    This travel study course is designed to provide extra-mural educational experiences across the Department of Consumer Sciences, as approved by and under the direction of a faculty member, and may be in cooperation with faculty and administrators at other institutions. Students will participate in hands-on activities and design educational activities for presentation at selected locations. Includes pre-travel orientation, post-travel self-evaluation, and a written report – the scope of which is determined by the instructor(s).


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CSC (Computer Science)
  

  • CSC 100L - Introduction to Computer Science Lab

    Credits: 1
    An introduction to the study of computer science using a hands-on robotics approach in a lab setting. Corequisites: GE 101 .


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