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GB 6114 - Food and Agribusiness Price Analysis
A study of the applications of price and demand theories to agricultural market analysis. Topics include agricultural product supply and input demand, uncertainty and risk, expectations, and supply dynamics.
3 credits
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GB 6115 - Topics of International Food and Agribusiness
An analysis of government policies and programs which develop agriculture, conserve agricultural resources, address consumer food concerns, stabilize prices and increase income levels. The influence of macro-policy, world economy and international trade on U. S. agriculture is also discussed.
3 credits
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GB 6122 - Entrepreneurship
This course examines the nature of entrepreneurship. This course will focus on all the aspects of starting a new business. Topics include attributes of entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial careers, evaluating opportunities, writing business plans and financing the new venture.
3 credits
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GB 6161 - Global Human Resources and Diversity
This course is intended to familiarize the students with the latest global trends and human resource management and multinational corporations with differing cultures, HR systems and policies. Management across borders requires global managerial staffing and cross-cultural decision making.
3 credits
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GB 6210 - Contemporary Business Issues
This course is designed to provide a forum for decision, reflection, and examination of contemporary business issues. Global business, legal systems, and social issues, quality, and the internet are a few examples of the topical areas that are covered in this course.
3 credits
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GB 6211 - Business Ethics
This course explores the ethical gray areas of contemporary business practices and develops skills in moral judgment dialogical framework for ethical decision-making. Emphasis will be placed on the student’s self-assessment of core values, experiences and assumptions.
3 credits
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GB 6212 - Leadership
Leadership is influencing people by providing purpose, direction and motivation, while operating to accomplish the mission and improving the organization. The goal of this course is to help students develop their own leadership skills. This course examines the role of leaders, leadership, and management, power and influence, leadership styles, cultural dimensions of leadership, and leadership and strategic effectiveness.
3 credits
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GB 6213 - International Business and Economics
International Business and Economics reflects the changes in trade law, including the international aspects of intellectual property, and other new cases reflecting the ongoing evolution of the world economy. This course includes new U.S. case law, and discusses new international regimes such as the anti-bribery convention and the Financial Action Task Force. Additionally, coverage of the emerging jurisprudence of NAFTA and the WTO is included.
3 credits
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GB 6214 - Graduate Study Tour
The course offers an in-depth, inter-country examination of major business centers and industries throughout the world including the United States. The study tour includes numerous corporate and institutional visits allowing for firsthand exploration of business issues. Cultural, political, legal, regulatory, and social issues are also examined. The study tour travel component is one week.
3 credits
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GB 6215 - Corporate Governance
Corporate Governance as a subject matter recognizes that good governance practices are essential in raising capital in the competitive global environment. This course focuses on understanding how differences in capital markets, ownership structures, and legal traditions affect the optimal design of financial contracts. Moreover, this course will examine potential conflicts between shareholders and other corporate constituents. This course will explore and evaluate the legal, economic, and financial framework of corporate governance. The design of this course will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the current role and responsibilities of corporate directors, officers, and managers in the wake of recent legislation designed to provide the public with a more “transparent” view of how corporations conduct business. Additionally, this course will investigate the changing nature of the relationships between the various constituencies that compose the corporate environment. Finally, this course will expose students to international corporate governance and discuss the reasons for the recent failures of corporate governance.
3 credits
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GB 6216 - Global Executive Leadership
This course uses strategy as its unifying theme to explore the global economy and the impact of managerial decisions. By examining comparative management issues thoroughly, this course discusses the strengths and weaknesses of competitors and how to adapt organizational practices. Also covered are: the key topics of formation and implementation of strategies in the global environment, the building of strategic alliances, negotiation and cross-cultural communication, international human resource management, and business ethics.
3 credits
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GB 6217 - Transportation and Distribution
This course will offer a broad overview of transportation and distribution systems including the activities of transportation and supply chain systems, such as transportation network design, scheduling, routing, contracting, and pricing.
3 credits
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GB 6219 - Entrepreneurial Finance
This course will inform the students of the relevant matters in the creation and financing of an entrepreneurial venture. The course will focus on all financial aspects facing the entrepreneur in today’s economic environment. Topics include attributes and sources of capital to finance entrepreneurial ventures ranging from “friends, family and fools,” angel investors, venture capital, debt financing and grant funding.
3 credits
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GB 6225 - Supply Chain Management
This course is an introduction to the supply chain concept and will explore the management of supply chains to improve an organization’s overall supply efficiency. Topics covered include core logistics functions, cost integration, and relationships with suppliers, customers, and other firm functions such as manufacturing and finance.
3 credits
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GB 6227 - Global Supply Chain Management
As companies are beginning to recognize that managing their businesses through functional silos is inappropriate in a challenging and complex global marketplace, there is an urgent need for a decision-making framework. This course attempts to provide such a framework by integrating operations and supply chain concepts to address the critical issue of managing flow of products, services, and information. This course will provide an overview of the concepts and decision processes in effectively managing the flow of goods, services and information in a global environment.
3 credits
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GB 6230 - Family as Entrepreneurs
The objective of the course is to familiarize students with some of the unique issues faced by owners of entrepreneurial and family businesses. Examples of topics covered include: selection of business form, tax planning, financing and cash flow planning. Special problems of family businesses include integrating family members into the business, motivating and retaining non-family employees, and business succession strategies. These issues will be viewed from a multi-disciplinary perspective that includes legal, tax and behavioral considerations.
3 credits
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GB 6231 - International Business for Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurship in the 21st century is evolving. Because of global changes in technology, communications, and capital markets, today’s innovative startups are building successful companies in countries around the globe, in many instances with investors, vendors, customers, and employees located thousands of miles away. The challenges these leading-edge companies face, particularly in emerging markets, are some of the most sophisticated issues both for businesses and governments alike.
3 credits
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GB 6239 - Portfolio Management
Focuses on current practice and recent theoretical developments. Deals with characteristics of individual securities and portfolios, criteria and models for alternative portfolio composition, criteria for evaluation and measurement of performance, and the impact of government regulation. Evaluation of current theory, its significance for financial management decision making, and consideration of relevant empirical evidence are covered.
3 credits
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GB 6244 - Strategic Procurement
Competition is no longer company versus company; it is supply chain versus supply chain. More and more, companies are counting on their suppliers to lower costs, improve quality, and develop innovations. The success of a firm and its ability to satisfy customer expectations are influenced greatly by the capabilities and performance of its suppliers. The objectives of this course are to understand the relationship between suppliers and customer, determine which elements in the relationship are critical, examine how relationships vary among industries and products, and develop and implement effective supplier relationships. The course should help firms identify ways to categorize and organize suppliers, build and retain good supplier relationships and ensure that suppliers meet quality and delivery requirements. This should lead to a better understanding of supplier relationships so that better strategic sourcing decisions can be made. Using this approach, companies can reduce enterprise spending, consolidate and prioritize suppliers, reduce supplier risk, and align procurement strategies with corporate goals.
3 credits
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GB 6277 - Mergers and Acquisitions
An analysis of the acquisition by one firm of all or some of the assets of another firm and its impact on both the companies involved and on society. Topics include a discussion of the types of combinations, the motivations of the participants, the financial analysis required to carry out merger or acquisition activities, negotiation strategies, and the tax and accounting options that are available to the parties.
3 credits
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GB 6299 - Social Entrepreneurship
Social Entrepreneurship involves recognizing opportunities, combining and mobilizing resources, triggering positive changes in various domains, and building sustainability. It aims at social impact, but does not exclude economic wealth creation. Social Entrepreneurship is about using entrepreneurial skills to craft innovative responses to social problems.
3 credits
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GB 6309 - Management Information Systems in Supply Chain Management
A comprehensive study of the concepts, processes, and strategies used in the development and management of global supply chains. Supply-chain management (SCM) is a systems approach to managing the entire flow of information, materials, and services from raw material suppliers through factories and warehouses to the final end-customer. Specific topics include: global supply chain management, procurement, electronic commerce, information technologies, and logistics activities. SCM represents a philosophy of doing business that stresses processes and integration. This course will be taught through the use of textbook materials, outside readings, and case analysis.
3 credits
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GB 6310 - Auditing
The objectives of this course are to provide the student with detailed concepts and the current practice of financial statement auditing, and to improve analytical and communication skills through a variety of in-class activities and a comprehensive auditing case project environment.
3 credits
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GB 6320 - Commercial Law for Accountants
This course emphasizes the most current commercial law topics required for accountants in both practice and preparation for advanced licensing. Topics include: common law contracts; Article 2 of the UCC Sales; Article 9 of the UCC Secured Transactions; federal securities law and basic debtor creditor law.
3 credits
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GB 6324 - Executive Compensation
We now live in a “winner take all” economic environment where the dispersion of pay and other rewards between the “winners,” who have marketable skills, and the others, whose skills are not in demand, is growing farther apart. Executives, managers, technologists and others with rare and hard to replace skills are being rewarded like “one of a kind” athletes and media stars in the labor market. This trend of high pay for high potential employees is the most developed in the United States, but other countries who compete with the U.S. for talent are also adjusting their pay policies to cope with this world-wide phenomenon. This course will explore this trend from economic, management, ethical and legal perspectives.
3 credits
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GB 6330 - Financial Reporting and Analysis
This course adopts a user’s perspective of financial statements rather than a preparer’s perspective. Financial statement data will be analyzed and then used in decision making situations such as equity valuation, credit extension, and maximation of shareholders’ wealth. This course serves as a bridge between accounting and finance, integrating the concepts of these disciplines. This course is designed to provide the student with: 1) the ability to analyze financial statements, 2) an understanding of the incentives of companies to “manage” earnings through their choices of accounting methods, which are somewhat flexible within GAAP, 3) an understanding of the limitations to the usefulness of financial statements, and 4) despite these limitations, an understanding of the value of financial statements in decision making situations such as stock price evaluation, loan approvals, and maximizing shareholder wealth. We accomplish this through a body of knowledge developed by research in finance, accounting, and economics.
3 credits
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GB 6340 - Advanced Accounting Theory
The primary objective of this course is to develop an understanding of the theoretical foundation of GAAP as it relates to business combinations and to become proficient in the worksheet techniques involving consolidated financial statements. Topics include partnerships, segments, government accounting and foreign currency transactions. Students will study the theory and apply it to contemporary practices within organizations.
4 credits
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GB 6341 - Law and Ethics for Supply Chain Management
This course exposes graduate students to fundamental issues and current best practices in managing legal/ethical compliance and corporate social responsibility in the supply chain process. Course topics cover both domestic and international business issues, including child labor, environmental sustainability, anti-corruption, and human rights. Special attention is given to preparing law and management students to understand and manage the demands on U.S. and international corporations making complex business decisions in the face of increasing expectations for transparency and accountability. Structured around real-world cases that simulate the challenges of today’s domestic and global markets, the course equips students to manage and integrate the differing perspectives.
3 credits
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GB 6345 - International Finance
An overview of current financial theory and practice as it applies to the multinational enterprise. Topics include foreign exchange markets and forecasting, foreign exchange risk management, the international debt crisis, multinational working capital management, and capital budgeting. Eurocurrencies and foreign security markets are also discussed.
3 credits
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GB 6360 - Legal Issues in Human Resource Management
One of the human resource professional’s roles is to help ensure the organization’s compliance with labor and employment laws and to recognize when the organization needs advice from legal counsel. This course will help you recognize legal issues and recommend policies and procedures that can minimize exposure to lawsuits. It will help the student become better informed about how his/her role and responsibilities can impact the organization’s bottom line.
3 credits
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GB 6411 - Financial Markets
This course will serve as an introduction to the financial system and its relationship to the financing of domestic and international business activity. Financial market components and phenomena such as financial instruments, institutions, flow of funds, market efficiency, interest rate determination and term structure, exchange rates, and the balance of payments are analyzed. The governmental impact on financial markets, manifested through monetary and fiscal policy and regulation, is also covered. An introduction is given to the concept of financial assets valuation and the time value of money. The emphasis is on the significance of these elements for conducting the financial affairs of businesses.
3 credits
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GB 6425 - Speculative Markets
This course introduces the student to the world of speculative markets. Toward this end, students will study the key issues in options and futures pricing and learn how to employ these assets to maximize investor utility. An examination of controversial issues in this area will be conducted. Students will write a research note on an important issue in the speculative markets field.
3 credits
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GB 7015 - Supply Chain Capstone
This course covers the major issues both domestically and globally in supply chain management including definition of a supply chain, the role of inventory, advanced production-inventory models, supply contracts, bullwhip effect and information sharing, vendor-managed inventories and other distribution strategies, third-party logistics providers, managing product variety, information technology and supply chain management, international issues.
3 credits
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GB 7110 - Executive Capstone Seminar
Critical analysis of case studies in strategic management with an emphasis on integrative decision-making. Focuses on strategy formulation, implementation, and evaluation and control in today’s organization.
3 credits
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GB 7120 - Entrepreneurship Capstone
Intended as an all-encompassing business course from the entrepreneurial perspective. Integration of business background acquired from accounting, marketing, strategic planning and implementation. Discussion will practically apply or simulate business situations.
3 credits
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GB 7125 - Strategic Human Resource Management Capstone
This course examines strategic human resource (HR) management and HR planning. Applicable theories and methods of strategic, operational, and tactical planning and their relationship to HR management are covered, as well as the multiple roles HR plays in assisting organizations to gain and sustain competitive advantages in a fast-paced environment.
3 credits
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MP 0010 - Fundamentals of Algebra
A review of fundamental arithmetic and algebra to familiarize the students with the basic concepts of mathematics. The course is designed to provide the student with the requisite foundation and practice in preparation for the MP 1102 , MP 1203 or MP 1205 sequence. Students assigned to this course are required to take MP 1102 - College Algebra and MP 1203 - Elementary Functions or MP 1205 - Finite Mathematics to fulfill the Mathematics Core Curriculum requirement.
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 institutional credits (Institutional credit will not be applied to either required or elective credits, but will be counted toward determining full-time status)
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MP 1102 - College Algebra
This course provides a detailed treatment of basic algebra, stressing solution of equations and problem-solving techniques. Emphasis throughout is on practical applications and manipulative skills.
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of MP 0010 - Fundamentals of Algebra or satisfactory performance on appropriate diagnostic exams administered to entering students.
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 1105 - Discrete Mathematics
An introduction to the theory and application of discrete mathematics. Topics include logic, sets, functions and relations, combinations and elementary probability.
Prerequisite(s): MP 1102 - College Algebra .
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 1203 - Elementary Functions
Mathematical functions, including logarithms and trigonometry, are treated from both the numerical and functional viewpoints. Emphasis throughout is on practical applications and manipulative skills. This course serves as a precalculus background.
Prerequisite(s): MP 1102 - College Algebra or its equivalent, as determined by the department, or satisfactory performance on appropriate diagnostic exams administered to entering students.
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 1204 - Calculus I
This is a one-semester calculus course designed to introduce the student to the basic ideas, techniques, and applications of differential and integral calculus of a single-variable.
Prerequisite(s): MP 1203 - Elementary Functions or satisfactory performance on appropriate diagnostic exams administered to entering students.
4 hours Lecture and Discussion
4 credits
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MP 1205 - Finite Mathematics
This course provides students with an overview of finite mathematics. Topics include systems of linear equations and inequalities, linear programming, matrix theory, mathematics of finance, set theory, and combinatorics.
Prerequisite(s): MP 1102 - College Algebra or its equivalent, as determined by the department or satisfactory performance on appropriate diagnostic exams administered to entering students.
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 1206 - Geometry
An overview of classical and modern geometry and its applications with an introduction to the axiomatic approach and the concepts of mathematical proof.
Prerequisite(s): MP 1203 - Elementary Functions .
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 2114 - Business Statistics I
An introduction to the concepts of probability and statistics. Topics include data analysis and description, probability, probability distributions, sampling distributions, and estimation.
Prerequisite(s): MP 1203 - Elementary Functions or MP 1205 - Finite Mathematics .
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 2115 - Introduction to Actuarial Science
This course provides a basic introduction to actuarial science and its role in insurance as a discipline and an industry. Topics include: a brief history of the evolution of the actuarial profession, basic mathematics of simple and compound interest, introduction to probability theory, and applications of material to risk management and insurance.
Prerequisite(s): MP 1203 - Elementary Functions or MP 1205 - Finite Mathematics or equivalent, as determined by the department.
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 2116 - Statistical Quality Control
This course provides an introduction to the purpose and function of statistical quality control. Topics include the use of modern statistical methods for quality control and improvement as well as the principles of statistical quality control and their application in a variety of situations.
Prerequisite(s): MP 1203 - Elementary Functions or its equivalent, as determined by the department.
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 2119 - Physics I
This is a general course stressing the understanding of physical principles and methods of problem solving. The first semester covers the basic principles of mechanics, heat, and the kinetic theory of gases. The second semester covers electricity, magnetism, wave motion, light, and selected topics in modern physics. In the laboratory, experiments are performed illustrating the basic physical principles and methods of experimental science.
Prerequisite(s): MP 1203 - Elementary Functions is a prerequisite for Physics I.
3 hours Lecture and Discussion, 3 hours Laboratory
4 credits
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MP 2121 - Calculus II
This course is a continuation of MP 1204 - Calculus I Topics include methods of integration, infinite series, functions of several variables, partial differentiation and multiple integration.
Prerequisite(s): MP 1204 - Calculus I
4 hours Lecture and Discussion
4 credits
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MP 2123 - Physics Ic
This is a general course which uses calculus to stress the understanding of physical principles and the methods of problem solving. The first semester covers the basic principles of mechanics, heat, and the kinetic theory of gases. The second semester covers electricity, magnetism, wave motion, and light. In the laboratory, experiments are performed illustrating the basic physical principles and methods of experimental science.
Prerequisite(s): MP 1204 - Calculus I Â is a prerequisite for Physics Ic.
Note: Students may take the lab that accompanies MP 2119 or MP 2219 .
3 hours Lecture and Discussion, 3 hours Laboratory
4 credits
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MP 2126 - Linear Algebra
This course is an introduction to linear algebra. Topics may include systems of linear equations, matrices, determinants, vector spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, and applications.
Prerequisite(s): MP 1204 - Calculus I .
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 2214 - Business Statistics II
This is a course in statistical inference. Topics include: parametric and non-parametric hypothesis tests on means and proportions, Chi squared tests, analysis of variance, regression, and correlation. Practical applications are stressed.
Prerequisite(s): MP 2114 - Business Statistics I .
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 2215 - Statistics for Business
This course provides an introduction to the concepts of probability and statistics. Topics include data analysis and description, probability distributions, sampling distributions, estimation, and hypothesis testing.
Prerequisite(s): MP 1203 - Elementary Functions , MP 1205 - Finite Mathematics , or an equivalent course, as determined by the department.
4 hours Lecture and Discussion
4 credits
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MP 2219 - Physics II
This is a general course stressing the understanding of physical principles and methods of problem solving. The first semester covers the basic principles of mechanics, heat, and the kinetic theory of gases. The second semester covers electricity, magnetism, wave motion, light, and selected topics in modern physics. In the laboratory, experiments are performed illustrating the basic physical principles and methods of experimental science.
Prerequisite(s): MP 2119 - Physics I is a prerequisite for Physics II.
3 hours Lecture and Discussion, 3 hours Laboratory
4 credits
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MP 2223 - Ordinary Differential Equations
This course covers the solution of ordinary differential equations. The topics of discussion include solution of first-order equations, linear equations with constant coefficients, and series solution of differential equations. Applications are stressed.
Prerequisite(s): MP 2121 - Calculus II , MP 2219 - Physics II or MP 2224 - Physics IIc .
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 2224 - Physics IIc
This is a general course which uses calculus to stress the understanding of physical principles and the methods of problem solving. The first semester covers the basic principles of mechanics, heat, and the kinetic theory of gases. The second semester covers electricity, magnetism, wave motion, and light. In the laboratory, experiments are performed illustrating the basic physical principles and methods of experimental science.
Prerequisite(s): MP 2123 - Physics Ic is a prerequisite for Physics IIc.
Note: Students may take the lab that accompanies MP 2119 - Physics I or MP 2219 - Physics II .
3 hours Lecture and Discussion, 3 hours Laboratory
4 credits
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MP 2230 - Numerical Methods
A study of numerical methods involved in interpolation, differentiations and integration, numerical solutions of equations and systems of equations, and fitting empirical data. Applications are stressed.
Prerequisite(s): MP 2121 - Calculus II or both a programming Language and MP 1203 - Elementary Functions .
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 3036 - Methods in Advanced Mathematics
An introduction to the study of formal mathematics, with an emphasis on proofs. Topics may include finite mathematics and combinatorics, elementary number theory, and analysis.
Prerequisite(s): MP 2121 - Calculus II .
2 hours Lecture and Discussion
2 credits
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MP 3037 - Modern Algebra and Number Theory
An introduction to the theory of groups, rings, fields and polynomials, and the theory of numbers including unique factorization, congruence classes and the distribution of primes.
Prerequisite(s): MP 2126 - Linear Algebra and MP 3036 - Methods in Advanced Mathematics or Permission of instructor.
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 3120 - Foundations of Mathematics
This course presents the logical and philosophical basis of mathematical structures and modes of thinking. This includes discussion of Godel’s theorem, the notion of completeness, the Axiom of Choice, and the Peano postulates.
Prerequisite(s): MP 1204 - Calculus I or Permission of Instructor.
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 3123 - Advanced Calculus
This course provides an in-depth look at the calculus of several variables. Topics include: the geometry of n-dimensional space, differentiation and integration of functions of several variables, integrals over curves and surfaces, and the theorems of Green, Stokes and Gauss.
Prerequisite(s): MP 2121 - Calculus II .
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 3124 - Physics IIIc
This course covers the modern concepts of physics and stresses appropriate mathematical techniques. The topics include special theory of relativity, important historical experiments, the classical theory of the electron, the Rutherford atom, the Bohr atom, early ideas on quantization, postulational quantum mechanics from the Schroedinger point of view, and the one electron atom.
Prerequisite(s): MP 2223 - Ordinary Differential Equations and either MP 2219 - Physics II or MP 2224 - Physics IIc .
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 3140 - Applied Mathematics
The course covers the mathematical tools for treating a variety of problems in science; boundary value problems for differential equations, Green’s functions, calculus of variations, spectral theory of operators, and other topics, as time permits, are included.
Prerequisite(s): MP 2223 - Ordinary Differential Equations and MP 2224 - Physics IIc .
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 3231 - Statistics for Science
A course in basic and intermediate methods of applied statistics, with emphasis on the analysis of data from laboratory and field experiments. Both parametric and non-parametric techniques are presented, and the logic underlying experimental design and statistical inference is stressed. Recommended for students anticipating graduate study or research careers.
Prerequisite(s): MP 1203 - Elementary Functions or MP 1205 - Finite Mathematics .
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 3235 - Fourier Series
This is an introduction to Fourier series and eigenvalue functions covering the topics of orthogonal systems, Fourier series, eigenvalue functions and boundary value problems with an introduction to the derivation and classification of partial differential equations.
Prerequisite(s): MP 2223 - Ordinary Differential Equations .
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 3241 - History of Mathematics
Development of mathematics from the earliest days to the present, with emphasis on Greek mathematics, the development of calculus, and the history of algebra, analysis, and geometry in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.
Prerequisite(s): MP 1204 - Calculus I or Permission of instructor.
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 3250 - Biostatistics
This course focuses on applying existing statistical tools and techniques to interpret data about the medical and life sciences. Topics include data analysis and description, probability distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation and regression and analysis of variance.
3 hours Lecture
3 credits
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MP 4122 - Analysis
This course is an introduction to the ideas and theorems of real analysis. Topics include: basic set theory, function theory, topology, sequences and series, and the limits, continuity, differentiation and integration of functions on metric and Euclidean spaces.
Prerequisite(s): MP 3123 - Advanced Calculus and MP 3036 - Methods in Advanced Mathematics .
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 4125 - Partial Differential Equations
Topics include eigenfunctions, expansions, separation of variables, types of partial differential equations, numerical methods, similarity solutions, and perturbation theory.
Prerequisite(s): MP 3123 - Advanced Calculus .
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 4132 - Symbolic Logic
Topics covered include: Boolean algebra, logic circuit analysis, Karnaugh mapping, IC logic families, D/A and A/D conversions, memory devices, flip-flops, arithmetic circuits, number systems and codes, and interfacing.
Prerequisite(s): MP 1203 - Elementary Functions or MP 1205 - Finite Mathematics and either MP 2219 - Physics II or a computer course.
3 hours Lecture and Discussion, 3 hours Laboratory
4 credits
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MP 4227 - Complex Variables
This is an introduction to the theory of functions of complex variables. Topics covered are: derivatives, Cauchy-Riemann equations, harmonic functions, integrals, Cauchy’s Integral formula and power series. Additional topics may include conformal mapping and the theory of residues.
Prerequisite(s): MP 3123 - Advanced Calculus and either MP 2126 - Linear Algebra or MP 3036 - Methods in Advanced Mathematics .
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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MP 4228 - Special Topics in Mathematics
Topics to be decided at the discretion of instructor and enrolled students.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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SR 4041 - Student Research
This course is designed for students of all majors who are of sophomore status and above with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 and who have a serious desire and potential to undertake a research project. After obtaining the approval of a faculty mentor, students intending to register for Student Research will need to submit a 1-2 page proposal to the Student Research Committee for approval. Proposals should include an abstract, project timeline, budget, and any funding requests. For registration in the fall semester, a proposal should be submitted no later than April 20 and for registration in the spring semester, a proposal should be submitted no later than Nov. 20. Once approved, registration is through the student’s departmental chair. Students, mentors and committee members will meet throughout the semester, with student presentations at the end of the semester.
Contact hours dependent on number of credits registered for this course
1-3 credits
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Natural Resources and Biosystems Management: Crop Science; Environmental Science; and Turf Management Majors |
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AE 1120 - Sustainability: Saving the Earth and Feeding the People
Environmental issues facing the rural and urban environment are discussed. Special emphasis is placed on the concept of sustainability and food. Addressing environmental issues requires interaction between technical, economic, and social forces. This course will ask the student to consider these forces on a local and global basis as well as the knowledge required to make informed decisions. The course explores the concept of sustainability, its meaning, its application, and its impact on the way we live.
3 hours Lecture
3 credits
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AE 2004 - Soils
An introductory course in soils exploring the concepts and terminology of soil development, soil formation and composition, and the physical, chemical and biological properties and processes in soils. Soil classification, soil conservation, and nutrient systems are also introduced. Chemical and physical properties as they relate to environmental concerns are reviewed. Laboratory demonstrations and exercises parallel selected portions of the lecture material.
Prerequisite(s): General Chemistry or permission of Instructor.
2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory
3 credits
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AE 2007 - Feed Grains and Forages
This course covers the establishment, production, harvesting, uses and management of the main feed grains and forage crops with special emphasis on the crops grown in the northeastern region of the United States.
Prerequisite(s): CH 1203 - General Chemistry II or BY 1217 - Biological Science II .
2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory
3 credits
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AE 2013 - Agricultural Machinery
This course covers the use, care, operation and adjustment of the most common equipment and machinery used in agriculture. Special emphasis is placed on the actual operation of equipment. This course may be applied toward secondary teaching certification in vocational agriculture.
2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory
3 credits
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AE 2017 - Topographical Surveying
This course includes land surveying principles, use of survey instruments, field methods, data collection, and an introduction to Geographical Information Systems.
2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory
3 credits
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AE 2100 - Agricultural Building Practices and Materials
This course stresses construction practices and skills particularly applicable to agriculture. Included are reading and interpreting building plans, estimating and selecting materials, hand and power tool use, carpentry, plumbing, electrical and masonry skills, and agricultural construction projects. This course may be applied toward secondary teaching certification in vocational agriculture.
2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory
3 credits
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AE 2201 - Agricultural Engines and Power Application
This course focuses on the study of gasoline and diesel internal combustion engines and two and four-stroke cycle small engines with emphasis upon agricultural applications. This course may be applied toward secondary teaching certification in vocational agriculture.
2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory
3 credits
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AE 2202 - Field Crops I
Agronomic crops are those that produce fiber, vegetable oils, animal feed, processed human foods, and industrial raw materials. This course provides students with an overview of the production, regionalism, and uses of agronomic crops, particularly those grown in North America. All steps in the production of crops are covered, however, spring-season management practices are emphasized. Previous farm experience is NOT necessary for this course. Crop science majors must take Field Crops I during the spring immediately before taking Field Crops II (offered every other year).
Prerequisite(s): BY 1115 - Natural Science I and CH 1001 - Chemistry Fundamentals or BY 1116 - Biological Science I .
2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory
3 credits
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AE 2209 - Soil Fertility and Fertilizers
The role of essential elements in plant nutrition is discussed as well as practical applications in the area of soil deficiencies. Emphasis is placed on fertilizer types, usage, and applications for various agronomic and horticulture crops. In the laboratory, emphasis is placed on instrumentation and methodology for solving soil fertility problems.
Prerequisite(s): Soils.
2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory
3 credits
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AE 3000 - Selected Topics I
Special projects designed to meet individual needs of students in the specialized fields of agriculture. Projects will be arranged on a one-to-one basis with a department faculty member and with the approval of the department chairperson. May be repeated for a total of 6 credits.
3 hours of student/faculty instruction per week per credit
1-3 credit(s)
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AE 3102 - Field Crops II
This course covers in detail the production practices of some of our major crops. Students learn to evaluate management techniques based on their economic and environmentally sound potential. As this is a fall course, the focus is on fall-season production activities. Students use field plots to evaluate how different management decisions made in the previous spring affect the crop in the fall. Farm experience is NOT required. Crop Science majors must take Field Crops I during the spring immediately before taking Field Crops II, which is offered every other year.
Prerequisite(s): Field Crops I, or AE 2007 - Feed Grains and Forages .
2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory
3 credits
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AE 3103 - Soil Judging
Enrollment in Soil Judging is limited in number and is open to full-time students only. A wide range of soils are evaluated, classified and interpreted based upon morphology, soil profile and site characteristics. An intercollegiate Soil Judging Team is selected from students taking the course and some travel is required. The Soil Judging Team competes in the Northeast Regional Contest and may qualify for the National Collegiate Soils Contest.
Prerequisite(s): AE 2004 - Soils .
3 hours Laboratory
1 credit
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AE 3104 - Field Soil Morphology
The examination of soils in the field is treated for the purpose of their classification, recognition and understanding of their parent materials, physical and chemical properties, and to understand their relationship to topography.
Prerequisite(s): AE 2004 - Soils .
2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory
3 credits
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AE 3105 - Soil Conservation
The need for soil and water conservation is stressed as it relates to rural and urban situations. The main causes of soil and water losses are evaluated and protective measures are discussed and designed. The laboratory deals with the practical application of designs discussed in lectures. On-site layouts for several conservation projects are required. Several field trips are taken during the semester.
Prerequisite(s): AE 2004 - Soils and MP 1102 - College Algebra . Recommended/Requirement Topographical Surveying and GIS.
2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory
3 credits
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AE 3107 - Environmental Geology
This course is designed to acquaint the students with basic processes and relationships in physical geology. Landscape evolution, rock and mineral types, mountain building, and glaciation are among the topics discussed. Laboratory work centers on recognition and interpretation of landscape features shown on topographic maps and aerial photographs. Field trips are conducted to illustrate material.
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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AE 3108 - Irrigation Technology
This course introduces basic irrigation techniques and planning, design and maintenance of irrigation systems. The interdependent relationships of soil, plants and water are stressed. Field trips, guest lectures, and a class project are highlights of the course.
2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory
3 credits
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AE 3114 - Introduction to Turf Management
The course covers the basic principles of turfgrass culture. Laboratories emphasize practical aspects of turfgrass identification, fertilization, pest control and maintenance by mowing, aerifying, renovating, and other practices. Several field trips are taken to golf courses and sod farms in Bucks County and the vicinity.
2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory
3 credits
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AE 3115 - Turf Pest Management
This course covers identification and various control measures of turfgrass pests including weeds, insects, and diseases. Emphasis is on integrated pest management systems.
Prerequisite(s): AE 3114 - Introduction to Turf Management
3 hours Lecture
3 credits
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AE 3125 - Principles of Ecology
This course is intended to provide Continuing Education students who are enrolled in the Environmental Studies Certificate Program with a basic understanding of the concepts and principles of the science of ecology. It is strongly recommended that this be the initial course taken by students in the aforementioned program. There are no prerequisites and it is not to be substituted for the 4 credit Ecology course offered by the Biology Department.
3 hours Lecture
3 credits
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AE 3127 - Agricultural Entomology
Many biologists believe that the number of insect species globally is in the millions. Fortunately, only a very small number of them have a significant economic impact on agriculture. However, left unmanaged, those few species can cause tremendous loss to agricultural production. In this course, students learn to identify many of the agriculturally important insects of the eastern United States. Students learn their life-cycles, weaknesses, and host crop species. Students learn the principles of the insect-host-management complex.
Prerequisite(s): BY 1217 - Biological Science II .
2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory
3 credits
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AE 3140 - Environmental Impacts
This course examines current practices and policies within our society and their effect on air, land and water quality. Alternative methods are proposed and analyzed, including the role of individuals and governments in curtailing activities which are destructive to the environment. Presentations, discussion and case studies are offered by environmental specialists and administrators from the private and public sector, as well as government legislators and representatives of local, state and federal regulatory agencies.
3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits
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AE 3202 - Plant Breeding
Humans have been genetically improving plants since the beginning of plant agriculture. In this course the roles of genetics and the environment on plants’ appearance and behavior are studied. Students learn several techniques used by plant breeders and the seed industry in producing new cultivars. Discussions include benefits and hazards of plant breeding and biotechnology, the importance of protecting sources of genetic diversity, and some legal issues involving plant breeding.
Prerequisite(s): HT 2101 - Botany of Vascular Plants and BY 2003 - Genetics (concurrently).
2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory
3 credits
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AE 3210 - Global Crop Ecology
Why do farmers grow what they grow where they grow it? How might a good growing season in a country like Brazil be a cause of concern for a soybean producer in the United States? If rice is so important to the Asian diet, why is China the greatest producer of wheat? Students investigate how different soils, climates, economic conditions, and cultures determine the dominant crop species of various regions of the world. Discussion of modern land-use policy and international trade agreements are included.
Prerequisite(s): AE 2202 - Field Crops I or AE 2004 - Soils .
3 hours Lecture
3 credits
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AE 3216 - Soil Classification
Fundamental concepts of soil formation and classification are reviewed with special emphasis placed on field investigations. Soil survey interpretations and land use concepts are related to the properties of the soil. Environmental considerations in land use planning are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): AE 3107 - Environmental Geology or Permission of Instructor.
2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory
3 credits
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AE 3220 - Watershed Management
The objectives of this course are to (1) provide a basic understanding of hydrologic processes, (2) understand the effects of urbanization and industrialization on water resources, (3) examine ways to properly use and maintain water resources, and (4) provide some practical experience working with environmental problems concerning water resources and hydrological processes.
Prerequisite(s): MP 1102 - College Algebra and AE 2004 - Soils . Recommended/Requirement Topographical Surveying and GIS.
2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory
3 credits
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AE 3230 - Turf Cultural Systems
This course covers the primary and supplementary turfgrass maintenance practices and their interrelationships. Turfgrass establishment, fertility, soil modification, mowing, top dressing, irrigation and their interrelationships will be discussed. Highlights include field trips, guest speakers, and the development of a cultural management plan by each student.
Prerequisite(s): AE 2004 - Soils and AE 3114 - Introduction to Turf Management .
2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory
3 credits
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