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EDU 115 - Educational Psychology
An introduction to the psychological foundations of education, aimed at developing basic competence in the understanding of growth and development, the psychology of personality and adjustment, the assessment and handling of individual differences, and the psychology of learning. A minimum of 20 hours of fieldwork required. Usually taken in sophomore year.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall, Spring
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EDU 121 - Teaching Adolescents with Exceptionalities
An introduction and overview of the human development of persons with the full range of disabilities and special health care needs. Emphasis will be placed on the teaching of adolescents with exceptionalities, including the gifted, and the effect of those disabilities on learning and behavior at that age level. The importance of networking, collaboration, and assistive technologies will be highlighted. Concerns regarding cultural diversity and inclusion will be addressed. A minimum of 20 hours of fieldwork in a special education setting or an inclusion classroom is required. Usually taken in sophomore year.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall, Spring
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EDU 180 - Self Exploration and Career Search I
An interdisciplinary approach to expanding the knowledge of oneself in relation to the choice of a career. Sources of information include the evaluation of one’s values, skills, aptitudes and abilities and how they pertain to a future profession. Suggested for sophomores and juniors.
75 minutes a week for 10 weeks 1 credit.
Offered when there is sufficient demand.
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EDU 181 - Career Search II
An interdisciplinary approach to career possibilities and the skills needed to secure employment in today’s market. Resume preparation, professional correspondence, the application process and interviewing skills are included. Suggested for juniors and seniors.
75 minutes a week for 10 weeks 1 credit.
Offered when there is sufficient demand.
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EDU 183 - Self Exploration and Career Search
This ten week course consists of four components: Self Awareness, Career Awareness, Career Resources, and Career Search. Students will be guided through Internet sites which will enable them to know themselves and their interests, identify their personality type, access detailed descriptions of specific jobs and company information, and learn how to target a specific job. Questions like, “Do I have the right Major?” and “What can I do with my Major?” will be addressed as well. Finally, each student will complete a personal portfolio of research which will include a cover letter and a resume.
75 minutes a week for 10 weeks 1 credit.
Offered when there is sufficient demand
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EDU 234 - Sociological and Philosophical Foundations of Education
An inquiry into the process of education as seen by the historian, the sociologist, and the philosopher. Examination of selected contemporary problems within an historical context, with emphasis on the needs of the urban school and a multicultural society. The effects of socioeconomic factors, violence/abuse, and health and safety issues on student learning. A minimum of 20 hours of fieldwork required. Usually taken in junior year.
2 hours a week 1 semester 2 credits
Fall, Spring
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EDU 240 - Adolescent Literacy
This course will provide an introduction to teaching literacy in its broadest sense, the ability to communicate effectively and efficiently. Emphasis will be placed on the teaching of reading and writing at the secondary level content areas, with the integration of instructional technology. Students will learn to develop strategies for working with students with diverse needs and learning styles, including English Language Learners.
Prerequisite: EDU 115
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits
Fall and Spring
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EDU 250 - Introduction to Middle School
Participation in this course will extend the knowledge and expertise of prospective secondary level educators in middle-level school philosophy. The middle school child requires an educational program developmentally responsive to the needs and characteristics of young adolescents that is appropriate and tailored for their academic, physical, and psychosocial development. The historic evolution of middle level education, the NYS Essential Elements of Middle School, as well as the academic structure and organization of middle schools shall form the core of this course.
Prerequisite: EDU 115
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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EDU 251 - Literacy Acquisition: Middle School Years
This course introduces students to different theories of literacy acquisition/development at the middle school level. The following topics are also introduced: the evolution of American reading instruction, language acquisition, linguistic universals, emergent literacy, creating classroom environments that facilitate literacy acquisition/development, formal vs. informal literacy assessment practices, specific reading/writing approaches in the content area, and assessment and instructional strategies that address different aspects of the reading process. Each of these topics will be viewed through the lens of the middle school adolescent perspective.
Prerequisite: EDU 115
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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EDU 256 - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
A study of the theory, methods, and materials used in the teaching of English to speakers of other languages. Topics include the cultural, psychological and linguistic considerations in teaching/learning a second language and the place of ESL. Departmental approval required.
2 hours a week 1 semester 2 credits
Offered when there is sufficient demand.
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EDU 360 - Methods of Secondary Education
A combined college-field course, seeking to develop competence in areas of common concern to secondary school teachers: curriculum, methods, materials of instruction, planning, assessment, content reading strategies, classroom management, study skills, and technology. Microteaching and classroom observation and practice. A minimum of 20 hours of fieldwork required.
Prerequisites: Departmental approval, EDU 115 , PSY 220
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall, Spring
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EDU 361 - Methods of Teaching English in Secondary School
A study of aims, curriculum, methods, and materials for the teaching of the language arts: composition, literacy, language, technology, literature, and reading. Observation and practice in teaching. A minimum of 20 hours of fieldwork required.
Prerequisite: Departmental approval; Corequisite: EDU 360
2 hours a week 1 semester 2 credits.
Fall, Spring
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EDU 363 - Methods of Teaching History and Social Studies in Secondary School
A study of objectives, values, and problems of teaching history and social studies; curriculum and materials; classroom strategies and techniques including written, oral, and performance-based assessment; content reading and technology. Observation and practice in teaching. A minimum of 20 hours of fieldwork required.
Prerequisite: Departmental approval; Corequisite: EDU 360
2 hours a week 1 semester 2 credits.
Fall, Spring
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EDU 364 - Methods of Teaching Mathematics in Secondary School
A study of objectives and methods of teaching mathematics; recent curricular developments in pedagogy, content reading, and technology and their impact on methodology; assessment techniques. Observation and practice in teaching. A minimum of 20 hours of fieldwork required.
Prerequisite: Departmental approval; Corequisite: EDU 360
2 hours a week 1 semester 2 credits.
Fall, Spring
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EDU 365 - Methods of Teaching Modern Language in Secondary School
A study of varied approaches to language learning; integration of culture and language; curriculum, materials, and planning for teaching. Observation and practice in teaching. A minimum of 20 hours of fieldwork required.
Prerequisite: Departmental approval; Corequisite: EDU 360
2 hours a week 1 semester 2 credits.
Fall
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EDU 366 - Methods of Teaching Science in Secondary School
A study of aims, methods, and materials for teaching the physical and biological sciences. Content reading, technology and application of assessments for both lab and written work. Observation, demonstrations, and practice in presenting lessons. A minimum of 20 hours of fieldwork required.
Prerequisite: Departmental approval; Corequisite: EDU 360
2 hours a week 1 semester 2 credits.
Fall
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EDU 473 - Supervised Teaching in Secondary Schools
Observation and supervised practice teaching, a minimum of five mornings a week, in a secondary school for a full semester. Students will have experience in grades 7-9 and 10-12. Concurrent group and individual conferences, reports, self-evaluation, content reading strategies, drug and alcohol education, as well as workshops in Child Abuse and SAVE. Student teaching can only be entered into after the satisfactory completion of all coursework and fieldwork.
Prerequisites: Two approved speech courses; approval of Faculty Recommendations.
1 semester 6 credits.
Fall, Spring
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Accounting |
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ACC 110 - Principles of Accounting
A study of accounting principles to enable the student to understand the preparation of financial statements. The course covers a study of the accounting cycle, the recording process, accounting systems and controls. The course also covers forms of business organizations and partnership accounting. (ACC 200 may be substituted for this.)
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall
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ACC 200 - Fundamentals of Financial Accounting
(HA 200 )
This course is an introduction to the field of accounting and to the development and use of financial accounting information in the business world. This course emphasizes accounting techniques and procedures, accounting theory, and interpretation and use of accounting information. Topics include financial statements preparation, merchandising accounting, systems and controls, financial assets, plant assets, corporate accounting and financial statement analysis. Students enrolled in the online section must take the final exam on campus.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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ACC 211 - Financial Accounting
A continuation of the study of accounting principles used in the preparation of financial statements. The course also covers the Statement of Cash Flows and analysis of financial statements.
Prerequisite: ACC 200
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Spring
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ACC 212 - Intermediate Accounting I
Part one of a two-part course which emphasizes an in-depth study of the underlying concepts of financial accounting, including the interpretation and application of pronouncements of various standard setting organizations. This course focuses on the conceptual framework of financial accounting and includes a study of the basic financial statements. The course also has the goal of giving students a deeper understanding of the proper accounting for various items on the balance sheet, primarily the various assets owned by an entity. Additionally, students will learn valuable concepts in the area of the time value of money.
Prerequisite: ACC 211
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall
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ACC 213 - Intermediate Accounting II
Part two of a two-part course emphasizing an in-depth study of the underlying concepts of financial accounting, including the interpretation and application of pronouncements of various standard setting organizations. This course focuses on the proper accounting treatment of an entity’s liabilities and stockholders’ equity. Additionally, students will gain an understanding and uses of the statement of cash flows as well as the study of other topics such as the proper accounting for pensions, leases, accounting changes, revenue recognition, income taxes, and other topics.
Prerequisite: ACC 212
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Spring
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ACC 215 - Principles of Federal Taxation
A study of the Federal Revenue system, tax statutes, and the preparation of individual tax returns. The Internal Revenue Code and regulations along with court decisions are studied and particular attention is given as to how tax planning for individuals is affected.
Prerequisite: ACC 212
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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ACC 241 - Managerial Accounting
This course provides students with an opportunity to study managerial accounting concepts. Students will learn how to compile and analyze accounting information to assist managers in their planning, directing, and controlling functions for service, manufacturing, and merchandising entities. Topics include: incremental analysis, profit planning and the preparation of budgets, variance analysis, understanding cost behavior, and cost-volume-profit analysis. Job order costing, process costing, and activity-based costing systems will also be studied.
Prerequisite: ACC 200 or ACC 211
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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ACC 245 - Governmental and Not-for-Profit Accounting
A study of specialized accounting topics such as the accounting and financial reporting requirements for government and not-for-profit organizations. An in-depth analysis of a government Comprehensive Annual Financial Report is undertaken.
Prerequisite: ACC 213
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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ACC 320 - Accounting Information Systems and I.T. Auditing
A study of accounting information systems as well as audit and assurance services in the context of electronic data processing systems. The student will gain hands-on experience with accounting information systems by processing transactions for all accounting cycles using software commonly used by businesses. The student will also gain an understanding of audit objectives and procedures that are specific to audit and assurance services in a computerized environment. Use of computer assisted audit techniques will be emphasized, including exposure to the use of Generalized Audit Software.
Prerequisite: COM 140 , ACC 213
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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ACC 342 - Advanced Accounting I
(ACC 242)
A study of advanced accounting problems in areas such as consolidations, corporate mergers and acquisitions and partnership operations and liquidations.
Prerequisite: ACC 213
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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ACC 362 - Internship in Accounting
A course designed to give professional experience under college supervision through participating employers. The student is expected to work a minimum of 100 hours during the internship. In addition, the student is required to submit a log of activities and a research paper. A member of the faculty will supervise the internship and will consult with representatives of the business in assessing the student’s performance.
Prerequisite: Student must be a junior or senior accounting major with a minimum overall and accounting GPA of 3.0. Transfer students are eligible after completing 6 accounting credits at the College.
1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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ACC 417 - Principles of Auditing
Formerly (ACC 317)
An introduction to generally accepted auditing standards adopted by the AICPA and releases by the Securities and Exchange Commission in conjunction with an expression of an opinion by independent public accountants. Attention to the ethics of the profession of public accounting, the study of internal control, audit procedures and objectives.
Prerequisite: ACC 342
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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Anthropology |
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ANT 151 - Cultural Anthropology
The basic principles, fundamental ideas and insights of cultural anthropology will be examined through comparative ethnographic accounts. The view of humans as both the products and creators of their culture will be explored through an analysis of cultural variation and culture change.
3 credits.
Fall
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ANT 152 - Physical Anthropology
An exploration of the physical, behavioral, and cultural heritage of man from an evolutionary point of view. Broad topics will include an assessment of the relevance of primate behavior in understanding human behavior; theories on the origin of the human line; the evidence for human evolution in terms of stone tools and fossils.
3 credits.
Spring
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ANT 261 - Native Americans
A survey of American prehistory using both archaeological and ethnographic data, covering the past 30,000 years to the European invasion 500 years ago. The history, environment, culture, and social institutions characteristic of native Americans will be examined with the focus on adaptation and cultural development of pre-contact cultures.
3 credits.
Spring
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Arabic |
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ARA 151 - Elementary Arabic I
A communicative approach to the fundamentals of the Arabic language with emphasis on the alphabet, listening comprehension, speaking, and cultural awareness. This course, along with ARA 152 , is designed to enable students to communicate in Arabic in everyday situations. For students who have no (or little) previous knowledge of Arabic.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall or Spring
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ARA 152 - Elementary Arabic II
A continuation of ARA 151 with increasing emphasis on oral communication, grammatical structures, reading, writing, and appreciation of Arabic-speaking cultures. Open to students who have completed ARA 151 or its equivalent.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall or Spring
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Art: Theory/History |
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ART 103 - Art and Architecture in Western Europe
This course meets for 12 hours on-campus and includes a 10-12 day study abroad component. Students will study the architecture, sculpture and painting of Europe. Topics and destinations vary annually. Guided tours and lectures on site by St. Joseph’s faculty along with native guides will involve students a complete aesthetic and and cultural experience.
Offered Spring semester. For information, contact: Dawn Lee, Chair, Art Dept. Long Island Campus or Jane Beckwith, Associate Chair, Art Dept. Brooklyn Campus
12 hours on campus, tour 10-12 days. 1 semester. 3 credits.
Spring
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ART 105 - The Visual Arts in a Global World
A field trip experience in which students will study the visual arts of non-European countries. Guided tours and lectures by St. Joseph’s College Faculty along with local guides will offer students a comprehensive aesthetic appreciation of the culture they are studying. Lectures on campus will precede the trip. Students will be required to keep a daily log. Research paper due one month after return.
12 hours on campus, tour 10 days 2 credits. May be taken for 3 credits with completion of a research project.
Offered when there is sufficient student demand.
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ART 185 - Art as Communication
An introduction to the fine and functional arts. Analysis of how the painter, sculptor and architect use art elements and materials as a means of expression and communication. Discussion of the relationship of art to human needs and the role of art in daily life: the community, school, home and religion. Studio projects and illustrated lectures.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
Fee $70
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ART 200 - Art History/Prehistoric thru Medieval
An in-depth study of painting, sculpture and architecture from prehistoric times to the late 13th century, exploring the relationship of the visual arts to the religious, social and cultural milieu of each historical period.
There is no prerequisite for this course.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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ART 201 - Art History - Renaissance Through Impressionism
An in-depth study of painting, sculpture and architecture from the Renaissance to the 20th century, exploring the relationship of the visual arts to the religious, social and cultural milieu of each historical period.
There is no prerequisite for this course.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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ART 202 - History of Modern Art
An in-depth study of modern painting, sculpture and architecture from the late nineteenth century to the present. Students will examine principles of contemporary art and the historical development of the diverse styles of this era. Illustrated lectures, discussions, visits to museums and galleries.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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ART 205 - Art in the Non-Western World
An in-depth exploration of the enormous variety of artistic developments in selected cultures outside of Europe. The beginnings of artistic expression in India and expansion of Buddhist art forms to China, Japan and Southeast Asia will be examined. The development of art forms in China will be a major focus in the course. Attention will also be paid to art forms in the Islamic world, in pre-Columbian Meso-America and in Sub-Saharan Africa. Students will also explore aspects of non-western art from cultures that directly influenced 19th and 20th century western artists.
There is no prerequisite for this course.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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ART 215 - Art in American Life
An intensive study of the architecture, painting and sculpture in America from the 17th century to the present. Special emphasis will be given to the art resources in New York and Long Island. Illustrated lectures, discussions, visits to museums and galleries.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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ART 220 - Women in the History of Art
This art history course examnies the contribution to the visual arts from antiquity to the present. By considering the artist in the context of her time, this course will clarify ways that culture, though its social institutions (educational, religious, economic and political) constructs gender roles and “woman’s place”. In this course, Western art history provides a backdrop for the achievements of women artists and our understanding of how, why and when women were omitted from the history of art.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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ART 222 - Art of the Renaissance
This course offers an in-depth study of painting, sculpture, and architecture throughout Europe during the Renaissance, exploring the relationship of the visual to the religious, social, and cultural milieu of this important historical period. As such, works of art will be studied both for their intrinsic aesthetic appeal and as expressions of the society in which they were created.
1 semester. 3 credits.
Fall 2015.
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ART 225 - History of Photography
Students will be provided with an overview of photographic history from its beginning to the present day. They will be introduced to specific terminology of the technical and aesthetic aspects of the medium, as well as significant styles, trends and photographers from the 1830’s to the 1990’s. The course will examine the social and cultural influences on photography, and photography’s role in everyday life.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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ART 227 - Issues in Visual Culture
Visual culture is central to how we communicate. Our lives are dominated by images and by visual technologies that allow for the local and global circulation of ideas, information and politics. In our increasingly visual world, how can we best decipher and understand the many ways that our everyday lives are organized around looking practices and the images we encounter each day? This course will be an exploration of issues and applications of everyday aesthetics that contain powerful technological, social, cultural and economic factors.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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ART 297 - Topics in Art History
Topics in Art History will present unique perspectives on Art and Art History, based on faculty expertise and student interest. The study of artworks, art movements and specific periods and approaches to art in its various forms will be the basis for understanding the social, political and cultural role of art, and its impact beyond its art historical context.
1 semester. 3 credits.
Spring 2015.
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ART 153 - Introduction to Sculpture
3-D Design
This course will emphasize the planning and construction of projects applying the basic elements and principles of three-dimensional design. Students will work with a variety of materials such as clay, plaster, and wood to create sculptural forms that are considered from multiple views. Vocabulary of design terminology will be developed both in word and practice. Classes will include lectures, in-class projects and group critiques.
3 hours a week with additional studio time 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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ART 160 - Printmaking I
This course will introduce the student to a variety of non-toxic printmaking techniques, ie., solar etching, woodcut, linocut, dry point and monotype. Acids and harsh chemicals will not be used. The student will be encouraged to develop drawing, painting and design abilities as well as an expressive sensibility.
3 hours a week with additional studio time 1 semester 3 credits. This course may be taken for 2 credits with permission.
Fall
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ART 163 - Crafts as an Art Form I
An introduction to craft techniques that encourage creative expression as well as an understanding of the cultural history behind the forms. A variety of media may be used including clay, mosaic, enamel, textile, glass, and/or wood.
3 hours a week with additional studio time 1 semester 3 credits. This course may be taken for 2 credits with permission.
Fall and Spring
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ART 165 - Graphic Design I
(FORMERLY ART 265 Introduction To Graphic Design)
Challenging projects will evolve from a basic understanding of graphic software including Adobe Photoshop, PageMaker, Illustrator or Quark XPress and the principles of graphic design.
3 hours a week with additional studio time 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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ART 179 - Black And White Photography I (Long Island Campus)
(FORMERLY ART 280 Photography As An Art)
Students will learn to approach photography as a means of creative expression. Course covers the aesthetic and technical aspects of black and white film photography, including 35 millimeter camera technique, film processing and development of photographs in the darkroom. Weekly assignments, class critique of student work and slide lectures on photography are given.
3 hours a week with additional studio time 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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ART 183 - Drawing I
In this beginning course, the student will focus on observational drawing, and be introduced to foundation materials and techniques. There will be regular group discussions and analytical critiques.
3 hours a week with additional studio time. 1 semester. 3 credits.
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ART 184 - Painting I
In this beginning course, students are introduced to varied materials and techniques in painting. Representational and abstract imagery are explored with emphasis on composition and color.
3 hours a week with additional studio time. 1 semester 3 credits.
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ART 186 - Ceramics I
In this class, students will learn basic hand building and throwing techniques along with exploration of glaze surfaces.
3 hours a week with additional studio time. 1 semester 3 credits.
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ART 190 - Ceramic Sculpture
A course designed to develop skills and creative expression in clay, using sculpture as a focus. Projects will be planned to explore students’ interests and challenge their capabilities.
3 hours a week with additional studio time 1 semester 3 credits. This course may be taken for 2 credits with permission.
Spring
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ART 195 - Calligraphy I (Long Island Campus)
The development of those skills required to learn the Chancery Cursive Alphabet, based upon and adapted from the writing masters of the 15th century. Emphasis will be placed on the personal inventive usage of the style by the student calligrapher.
3 hours a week with additional studio time 1 semester 3 credits. This course may be taken for 2 credits with permission.
Fall and Spring
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ART 260 - Printmaking II
Students will control basic printmaking methods learned in ART 160 to achieve consistent technical quality. They will be introduced to one or more techniques and will focus on developing expressive imagery.
Prerequisite: ART 160 or departmental approval
3 hours a week with additional studio time 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall
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ART 263 - Crafts as an Art Form II
In this advanced studio course, the student will develop some of the techniques learned in Crafts I, as well as, learn new techniques to create projects that transcend the utilitarian nature of traditional crafts.
Prerequisite: ART 163 .
3 hours a week with additional studio time. 1 semester. 3 credits.
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ART 267 - Computer Assisted Graphic Design Workshop
MKT 267
In this course, students will develop individual projects to suit career needs. They will use the computer and laser printer in the production of campaigns relating to public relations, marketing, advertising and/or publication.
3 hours a week with additional studio time 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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ART 269 - Digital Photography
This course will emphasize the integration of traditional photographic skills with digital image processing. Students will become familiar with the creative possibilities of the photographic and computer-based aspects of digital photography. Classes will include lectures, in-class projects, assignments and critiques. Basic photographic skills and digital file fundamentals will be emphasized.
A digital camera capable of aperture and shutter adjustment is appropriate for this course. There are many to choose from. For advice on cameras, please feel free to contact the instructor.
3 hours a week with additional studio time. 1 semester. 3 credits.
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ART 277 - Web Design
In this course, students will explore the application of interactive design elements, composition, and narrative for the purpose of creating websites. Students will develop thematic concepts and produce web pages using web popular software including Adobe Creative Suite and Dreamweaver, to communicate through the new media in areas such as journalism, marketing and advertising.
One of the following: ART 267 or ART 269
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits
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ART 279 - Photography II (Long Island Campus)
(FORMERLY ART 280 Photography as an Art II)
A continuation of the principles of 35mm photography with advanced black and white developing and printing techniques, including toning, bleaching, pushing and pulling film, use of camera filters and different lenses. Opportunity for experimentation with form and content. Students pursue individual assignments, developing a personal vocabulary of vision. Class critiques, gallery/museum visit and slide lectures.
Prerequisite: ART 179 or departmental approval
3 hours a week with additional darkroom time 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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ART 283 - Drawing II
This is an advanced drawing course in which the student continues developing the concepts and skills learned in Drawing I, but works toward a greater awareness of creating a personal statement. New materials and techniques will be introduced.
Prerequisite: ART 183 .
3 hours a week with additional studio time. 1 semester. 3 credits.
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ART 284 - Painting II
This is an advanced painting course in which the student continues developing the concepts and skills learned in Painting I, but works toward a greater awareness of creating a personal statement. new materials and techniques will be introduced.
Prerequisite: ART 184 .
3 hours a week with additional studio time. 1 semester. 3 credits.
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ART 286 - Ceramics II
In this advanced class student will expand upon hand building techniques, develop skills on the potter’s wheel, continue investigating surface treatments, and study ceramic history. Advanced techniques will be approached along with display strategies.
Prerequisite: ART 186 .
3 hours a week with additional studio time. 1 semester. 3 credits.
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ART 295 - Calligraphy II (Long Island Campus)
This course will build on calligraphic skills begun at the introductory level. The student will develop a personal style and will experience lettering on various surfaces, with assorted media and be introduced to new letter forms in order to produce integrated calligraphic statements.
Prerequisite: ART 195 or departmental approval
3 hours a week with additional studio time 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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ART 298 - Independent Study in Various Media
A course developed to meet the needs and interests of students for creative individualized study and experimentation. Departmental approval is required. This course is available to students who have completed the first and second level of study in any studio course.
3 hours a week with additional studio time 1 semester 3 credits.
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BIO 108 - Introduction to Ecology
An introduction to the dynamics of how organisms and their environment interact. Special attention is given to finding solutions to local and national environmental problems. Field work involves the investigation of lake, bay, and ocean pollution; beach erosion; sand dune stabilization; soil analysis; the dynamics of Long Island’s Pine Barrens; air pollution. Students must register with the same instructor for lecture and laboratory.
2 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall
Lab fee-$30
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BIO 109 - Current Trends in Biology
A consideration of biological topics of current interest to society including genetic engineering, gene banks, the human genome project, in vitro fertilization, Mad Cow disease, and cloning.
Note: A student may not take BIO 109 and BIO 110 .
3 hours lecture a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Spring, Summer, Intersession
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BIO 110 - Current Topics in Biology
A consideration of biological topics of current interest to society including genetic engineering, gene banks, the human genome project, reproductive technologies, cloning, and antibiotic resistance. The laboratory component will introduce the student to modern techniques employed by biologists in the investigation of the aforementioned topics.
Note: A student may not take BIO 109 and BIO 110.
2 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall, Spring
Lab fee-$30
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BIO 112 - Biological Control Systems
A study of the nervous and endocrine systems and their relationship to normal and abnormal behavior.
3 hours lecture a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall, Spring, Summer
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BIO 115 - Introduction to Human Inheritance
An introduction to the study of heredity and its relationship to human welfare. Students must register with the same instructor for lecture and laboratory.
2 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall, Spring
Lab fee-$30
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BIO 116 - Evolving Life
An introduction to the field of evolution specifically designed for the non-science major. Topics included are: how organisms evolve (macro and microevolution), the history of life on earth, the formation of new species, and the origin of biodiversity.
3 hours lecture a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall
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BIO 118 - Introduction to Environmental Biology
An introduction to the study of the environment and its sustainability, with a focus on natural processes. Topics include: impacts of human population increase; biogeochemical cycles; ecosystems and global climate; water supply and pollution; air pollution and stratospheric ozone depletion; deforestation and global warming. Students explore various worldviews as they relate to the role of humanity and its relationship to the natural world. Fieldwork involves the investigation of biological issues affecting the environment such as: lake death; bay pollution; ocean pollution; coastal erosion, deforestation and air pollution. Students must register with the same instructor for lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Departmental permission.
Note: A student may not take BIO 108 and BIO 118
2 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall
Lab fee-$30
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BIO 120 - Healing Powers of Plants
Certain plants have long been known to cure human diseases and to act as stimulants, depressants, or hallucinogens. Students in this course will study local medicinal plants and will screen them for biologically active ingredients. Special attention will be paid to the roles of these ingredients in psychoactivity and in ameliorating disorders in a number of the body’s systems. Students must register with the same instructor for lecture and laboratory.
2 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Spring, Summer
Lab fee-$30
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BIO 130 - Introduction to Immunology
The objective of this course is to introduce students to the immune system and to discuss the role of the defense mechanism in a human body. It covers the structure and function of the immune system, and details how the immune system can be up-regulated for vaccination against infectious agents, and down-regulated to treat autoimmune diseases. AIDS, immunotherapy, tumor and transplantation immunology will also be discussed.
Note: A student may not take BIO 130 and BIO 131
3 hours lecture a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Spring
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BIO 131 - Immunological Exploration
This course is designed to introduce students to the immune system. It will utilize both the classroom and laboratory to cover the structure and function of the immune system, and detail how the immune system can be up-regulated for vaccination against infectious agents, and down-regulated to treat autoimmune diseases. Some additional topics will include: AIDS, immunotherapy, tumor and transplantation immunology. Students must register with the same instructor for lecture and laboratory.
Note: A student may not take BIO 130 and BIO 131
2 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory a week 1 semester 3 credits
Spring
Lab fee-$30
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BIO 140 - The Microbial World
An introduction to the biology of bacteria, algae and protozoa. Topics to be considered include the evolution of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, the interaction between humans and microbes, the role of microorganisms in the environment, and current research and technology involving microbes. Students must register with the same instructor for lecture and laboratory.
2 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Summer
Lab fee-$30
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BIO 145 - Marine Biology
This course will explore the marine organisms: who they are, what they do, how they interact with one another and with the sea around them, and how their lives connect with ours. Attention will also be given to the oceans that sustain them. Extensive field work is involved. Students must register with the same instructor for lecture and laboratory.
2 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Upon Request
Lab fee-$30
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BIO 150 - General Biology I
An intensive study of the chemical and cellular basis of life, energy transformations in the cell, and the biology of organisms.
Prerequisite: Departmental permission.
3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory a week 1 semester 4 credits.
Fall & Spring
Lab fee-$60
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BIO 151 - General Biology II
A continuation of BIO 150 . Topics include cellular reproduction, patterns of inheritance, mechanisms of gene action, development, the biology of populations, and the diversity of organisms.
Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in BIO 150
3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory a week 1 semester 4 credits.
Spring & Summer
Lab fee-$60
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BIO 160 - Anatomy and Physiology I
A study of the structure and function of the human body. Topics include the chemical and physical basis of life, cellular and tissue anatomy and function, homeostatic mechanisms, the integumentary system, musculoskeletal system, nervous system, and special senses.
Prerequisite: Departmental permission
3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory a week 1 semester 4 credits.
Fall, Summer
Lab fee-$125
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BIO 161 - Anatomy and Physiology II
A continuation of Anatomy and Physiology I. Topics include the endocrine system, cardiovascular system, defense mechanisms of the body, respiratory system, digestive system, metabolism, nutrition, temperature regulation, excretory system, fluid and electrolyte balance, acid-base balance, reproductive system and development.
Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in BIO 160
3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory a week 1 semester 4 credits.
Spring, Summer
Lab fee-$125
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BIO 165 - Anatomy
This course is an exploration of the intricate structure of the human body. The student studies the various tissues, organs and systems which function together to maintain life. The laboratory includes dissection of a representative mammal - the cat.
BIO 151
Hybrid course (online lecture/independent study laboratory) 1 semester 4 credits
Spring
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BIO 200 - General Ecology
An introduction to ecological principles and their application to the solution of environmental problems. Topics include population dynamics, species interaction, biogeochemical cycles, ecosystem types, succession, Long Island ecology. Six 3-hour field trips and one all day (Saturday) field trip are required.
Prerequisites: BIO 151 , CHE 151
3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory a week 1 semester 4 credits.
Fall
Lab fee-$60
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BIO 225 - Forensic Bioscience
The course covers the function of the forensic bioscience laboratory and its relation to successful criminal investigation. Topics include crime scene processing, investigative techniques, current forensic technology and related topics. Upon completion, students will be able to identify and collect relevant evidence at simulated crime scenes, and request appropriate laboratory analysis of submitted evidence.
Prerequisite: Criminal Justice Majors Only.
This course is applicable to the liberal arts requirements of the curriculum.
3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory a week. 1 semester. 4 credits.
Fall and Spring
Lab fee-$60
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BIO 240 - Globalization: A Case Study of Food
An interdisciplinary course that will examine the concepts, development, and implications of globalization through a semester long study of food. Students will explore the movement of food in international trade, its diffusion and relationship to history and culture, and the science of food development including genetically engineered/modified foods.
Note: This is an interdisciplinary course that can be taken as Biology, Business or History.
3 hours lecture 1 semester 3 credits.
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BIO 260 - Evolutionary Biology
An introduction to the principles and significance of Darwinian evolution. Topics include the history of life, microevolution, the concept of natural selection, macroevolution and speciation, and the integration of micro- and macroevolution. Students must register with the same instructor for lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: BIO 151
3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory a week 1 semester 4 credits.
Fall
Lab fee-$60
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BIO 279 - Local Field Ecology
Local Field Ecology deals with the study of organisms and their ecological systems in their natural habitat, with special emphasis upon classification, identification, natural history, and ecology of Long Island ecosystems and their components (species, populations, communities). This course is designed to provide valuable field experience in the observation, interpretation, and identification of a wide variety of plant and animal taxa and their associated ecosystems. To facilitate this experience, initial training will be conducted in the classroom followed by extensive time at a wide variety of locations in the field, including: salt marshes, inland wetlands, lakes, streams, estuaries, ocean, and forest systems. Students must register with the same instructor for lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisites: BIO 108 , BIO 118 or BIO 200 . BIO 279 is recommended for biology majors and environmental studies minors.
Note: A student may not take BIO 279 and BIO 280 .
3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory a week 1 semester 4 credits.
Offered when there is sufficient student demand.
Lab fee-$60
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BIO 280 - Field Course in Ecology
The application of basic ecological principles to a particular ecosystem. The course provides actual field experience in examination of the biotic and abiotic components of an ecosystem through residence at an established field station. This experience comprises the laboratory component of the course. Students must register with the same instructor for lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: BIO 200 or BIO 108 with instructor’s permission
2 hours lecture a week, 7-10 days residence at the field station 1 semester 4 credits.
Offered when there is sufficient student demand.
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BIO 290 - Modern Genetics
A study of the laws of heredity and variation including a consideration of their application to modern genetics problems: molecular genetics, physiological and biochemical genetics, mutagenesis and evolution.
Prerequisites: BIO 151 , .
3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory a week 1 semester 4 credits.
Spring
Lab fee-$60
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BIO 301 - Plant Biology
The emphasis will be given to the vascular plants, although other groups will be treated in their evolutionary context. Topics include: plant taxonomy, anatomy, morphology, physiology, and reproduction. Some additional topics include: xylogenesis, phytochemicals, forensic botany, and photoperiodism.
Prerequisites: BIO 151
3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory a week 1 semester 4 credits.
On Demand
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BIO 331 - Pathophysiology
A study of the disruption of homeostasis at the cellular, tissue and organ level in the human organism and its relationship to causative factors of disease.
Prerequisites: College level Anatomy and Physiology course
3 hours lecture a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall, Spring
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BIO 335 - Physiology
An in-depth study of vertebrate functions, the underlying physical and chemical principles upon which they rely, and the integration of the various processes in the maintenance of homeostasis.
Prerequisites: BIO 151 and Departmental approval.
3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory a week 1 semester 4 credits.
Fall
Lab fee-$60
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BIO 340 - Microbiology
An introduction to the fundamental principles governing the biology of bacteria, viruses, rickettsiae, yeasts, and molds. Special consideration given to a study of immunity, pathogenic varieties, antibiotics, and chemotherapy.
Prerequisites: BIO 151 and Departmental approval.
2 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory a week 1 semester 4 credits.
Spring
Lab fee-$60
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BIO 350 - Immunology
This course will offer a balanced approach to deliver a broad introduction to the field of immunology. It will include basic cellular and humoral immunology, development and evolution of the immune system, immunogenetics, and immunopathology.
Prerequisites: BIO 151 , BIO 290
3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory a week 1 semester 4 credits.
On Demand
Lab fee-$60
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BIO 380 - Research Seminar
An awareness of the problems and methods of research is fostered through a program of guided reading of scientific literature in preparation for research into a specific biological problem in the senior year. Progress reports are given and analyzed by the students. Open to majors who have completed 18 credits of Biology
1-1/2 hours seminar a week plus additional library time 1 semester 2 credits.
Spring
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BIO 400 - Internship
Practical experience in a laboratory or other setting approved by the Department. Enables students to acquire skills appropriate to their career plans.
Prerequisites: Junior or Senior Biology major, 3.0 cum in major courses, acceptance at the cooperative institution, and Departmental approval
A minimum of 130 hours is required 3 credits.
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BIO 420 - Biorhythms
A study of rhythmic phenomena in organisms with reference to clock hypotheses and the influence of environmental parameters such as light-dark cycles, temperature, and pervasive geophysical factors.
Prerequisites: BIO 151 , BIO 335 and Departmental approval.
3 hours lecture a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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