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2006-2007 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2006-2007 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course List


 

Chemistry

  
  • CHM 253L - Organic Chemistry Laboratory I


    Techniques including: purification, separation, recrystallization, fractional distillation, solvent extraction, and various forms of chromatography and spectral analysis are introduced in the fall semester. Organic syntheses and a semester project are carried out in the second semester.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: ABR
    Prereq: CHM 148L with a C- or better
    Additional course fee required.
    Normal Offering Cycle: Fall


    Credits: 1
  
  • CHM 254L - Organic Chemistry Laboratory II


    Techniques include purification, separation, recrystallization, fractional distillation, solvent extraction and various forms of chromatography and spectral analysis are introduced in the fall semester. Organic syntheses and a semester project are carried out in the second semester.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: ABR
    Prereq: CHM 253L with a C- grade or better
    Additional course fee required

    Normal Offering Cycle: Spring


    Credits: 1
  
  • CHM 261 - Introduction to Chemistry Research I


    This course is designed for lower division chemistry or other science majors who wish to participate in a research group. Students will work with experienced upper-division students under the direction of a faculty member on a research project. Students will be expected to be active laboratory participants and will contribute to the final written/oral report. May be repeated for additional credit.


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Code: C

    Prereq: CHM 090 (may also be taken as a coreq)



    Credits: 1
  
  • CHM 262 - Introduction to Chemistry Research II


    This course is designed for lower division chemistry or other science majors who wish to participate in a research group. Students will work with experienced upper-division students under the direction of a faculty member on a research project. Students will be expected to be active laboratory participants and will contribute to the final written/oral report. May be repeated for additional credit.


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Code: C 

    Prereq: CHM 090 (may also be taken as a coreq)



    Credits: 1
  
  • CHM 311 - Environmental Chemistry


    A one-semester course building on the concepts discussed in CHM 145-148 as they apply to environmental systems. The chemistry of air, water, soil and energy systems will be discussed as well as the interactions between systems. Basic toxicology will also be covered.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereq: CHM 147 with a C- or better

    Normal Offering Cycle: Offered every other year


    Credits: 3
  
  • CHM 311L - Environmental Chemistry Laboratory


    A one-semester course building on the concepts discussed in Chm 145-148 as they apply to environmental systems. The chemistry of air, water, soil and energy systems will be discussed as well as the interactions between systems. Basic toxicology will also be covered.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereq: CHM 147 with a C- or better
    Coreq: CHM 311

    Additional course fee required.
    Normal Offering Cycle: Offered every other year


    Credits: 1
  
  • CHM 325 - Instrumentation for Biologists


    An integrated seminar/laboratory course which gives majors in biological sciences practical experience with modern instrumentation.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: N
    Prereq: CHM 147, 148L with a grade of C- or better
    Additional course fee required

    Normal Offering Cycle: Spring


    Credits: 3
  
  • CHM 361 - Physical Chemistry I


    A study of the fundamental theories of matter and their application to chemistry. Topics include thermodynamics, kinetic molecular theory, and electrochemistry in the first semester and kinetics and quantum mechanics, molecular orbital theory and spectroscopy in the second semester.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: ACR
    Prereq: CHM 147, MTH 213, PHY 252 with a C- or better
    Coreq: CHM 363L

    Normal Offering Cycle: Fall


    Credits: 3
  
  • CHM 362 - Physical Chemistry II


    A study of fundamental theories of matter and their application to chemistry. Topics include thermodynamics, kinetic molecular theory, and electrochemistry in the first semester and kinetics and quantum mechanics, molecular orbital theory and spectroscopy in the second semester.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: ACR
    Prereq: CHM 147, MTH 213, PHY 252 with a C- or better
    Coreq: CHM364L

    Normal Offering Cycle: Spring


    Credits: 3
  
  • CHM 363L - Physical Chemistry Laboratory I


    The basic properties and structure of matter will be studied by thermodynamic, electrochemical and spectroscopic means. The course emphasizes knowledge of the principles of instrumental techniques and detailed error analysis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereq: CHM 148L with a C- or better
    Coreq: CHM 361

    Additional course fee required.
    Normal Offering Cycle: Fall


    Credits: 1
  
  • CHM 364L - Physical Chemistry Laboratory II


    The basic properties and structure of matter will be studied by thermodynamic, electrochemical and spectroscopic means. The course emphasizes knowledge of the principles of instrumental techniques and detailed error analysis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereq: CHM 148L with a C- or better
    Coreq: CHM 362

    Additional course fee required.
    Normal Offering Cycle: Spring


    Credits: 1
  
  • CHM 365 - Instrumental Analysis


    Instrumental methods used in research and industry with emphasis on modern equipment and recent advances. Techniques include: spectroscopy, potentiometry, chromatography, and electrochemical methods.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: ACR
    Prereq: CHM 225, CHM 361
    Coreq: CHM 366L

    Normal Offering Cycle: Fall


    Credits: 3
  
  • CHM 366L - Instrumental Analysis Laboratory


    Investigations of the techniques, applications and operations of various types of instrumentation as applied to chemical, biochemical and environmental systems.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereq: CHM 226L

    Additional course fee required.
    Normal Offering Cycle: Spring


    Credits: 1
  
  • CHM 421 - Biochemistry I


    A study of the structure and function of biological macromolecules, their synthesis and degradation, principles of enzyme kinetics, bioenergetics and biological oxidation. The laboratory is an introduction to modern biochemical methods and techniques and their application to the solution of biochemical problems.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: ACR
    Prereq: CHM252 with C- grade or better
    Coreq: CHM 421L

    Normal Offering Cycle: Fall


    Credits: 4
  
  • CHM 421L - Biochemistry Laboratory I


    A study of the structure and function of biological macromolecules, their synthesis and degradation, principles of enzyme kinetics, bioenergetics and biological oxidation. The laboratory is an introduction to modern biochemical methods and techniques and their application to the solution of biochemical problems.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: ACR
    Prereq: CHM 252 with a C- or better
    Coreq: CHM 421

    Additional course fee required.
    Normal Offering Cycle: Fall


    Credits: 0
  
  • CHM 422 - Biochemistry I/Molecular Biology


    Topics include nucleic acid structure and function, gene regulation and recombinant DNA technology. The laboratory is an introduction to modern biochemical methods, protein synthesis and techniques including differential centrifugation, electrophoresis and recombinant DNA technology.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereq: CHM 252.
    Recommended prereq: BIO 103, CHM 361, CHM 421

    Credits: 4
  
  • CHM 422L - Biochemistry II/Molecular Biology and Laboratory


    The laboratory is an introduction to modern biochemical methods, protein synthesis and techniques including differential centrifugation, electrophoresis and recombinant DNA technology.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereq: CHM 252.
    Recommended prereq: BIO 103, CHM 361, CHM 421
    Coreq: CHM 422

    Additional course fee required.
    Normal Offering Cycle: Fall


    Credits: 0
  
  • CHM 435 - Adv Organic Chemistry


    Study of the mechanisms of organic reactions, including such topics as electronic theory, kinetics, orbital symmetry, reactive intermediates, stereochemistry and synthesis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereq: CHM 252 and CHM 361.
    Lecture 2 hours, Lab 3 hours

    Normal Offering Cycle: Not offered 2005-2006


    Credits: 3
  
  • CHM 445 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry


    Chemistry of elements and special topics such as atomic structures, bonding, symmetry, mechanisms of inorganic reactions, acid-base theory and coordination chemistry.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AR
    Prereq: CHM 362 with a C- or better
    Coreq: CHM 44L


    Credits: 3
  
  • CHM 446L - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory


    Application of techniques of synthetic chemistry and the analysis of inorganic materials using instrumental methods.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereq: CHM 364L

    Additional course fee required.
    Normal Offering Cycle: Spring


    Credits: 1
  
  • CHM 447 - Selected Topics in Chemistry


    A topically oriented course geared to the demands of the students. Topics could include Physical Biochemistry, Surface Chemistry, Spectroscopy, Chromatography, Magnetic Resonance and Polymer Chemistry, Physical Organic Chemistry, and Advanced Organic Synthesis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prereq: CHM 361

    Normal Offering Cycle: As needed


    Credits: 1
  
  • CHM 451 - Chemistry Seminar I


    A reading and writing intensive course that prepares students to write like a chemist.  Students learn how to access chemical information, read a journal article, write a journal article, present a scientific poster and prepare a research proposal.


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AR

    Normal Offering Cycle: Spring


    Credits: 2
  
  • CHM 452 - Senior Seminar


    A writing intensive course with instruction in the use of chemical literature, accompanied by both written and oral presentations of advanced topics selected from the various fields of chemistry.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Normal Offering Cycle: Spring


    Credits: 1
  
  • CHM 457 - Curriculum Methodology Middle School and Senior High


    Study and discussion of subject matter, methods, philosophy and instructional aids. Offered in Spring semester. Observation component required.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Normal Offering Cycle: Spring


    Credits: 3 (Spring Only)
  
  • CHM 461 - Chemistry Research


    Faculty-directed student laboratory research projects. Written report and seminar presentation required. Open to qualified juniors and seniors.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AR
    Additional course fee required.
    Normal Offering Cycle: As needed


    Credits: 1
  
  • CHM 462 - Chemistry Research


    Faculty-directed student laboratory research projects. Written report and seminar presentation required. Open to qualified juniors and seniors.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Normal Offering Cycle: As needed


    Credits: 1
  
  • CHM 462L - Senior Research Lab


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Normal Offering Cycle: As needed


    Credits: 1
  
  • CHM 468 - Env. Chemistry Lab


    Students will use modern analytical techniques to explore scientific problems involving natural systems. Analyses of soils, air and natural waters will be done in an integrated project format. Students will develop many of their own procedures based on the hypotheses developed, and follow up each project with written/oral reports.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Normal Offering Cycle: Offered every other year


    Credits: 3
  
  • CHM 479 - Student Teaching Middle School and Senior High


    The field-based practicum in Chemistry 7-12. Offered only in fall semester.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Normal Offering Cycle: Fall


    Credits: 6 (Fall Only)
  
  • CHM 483 - Chemistry Internship


    Supervised placement in a biochemistry/chemistry research setting providing experience appropriate to the student’s knowledge, skills and interest. Departmental approval required.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Normal Offering Cycle: As needed


    Credits: 1
  
  • CHM 484 - Chemistry Internship


    Supervised placement in a biochemistry/chemistry research setting providing experience appropriate to the student’s knowledge, skills, and interest. Departmental approval required.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Normal Offering Cycle: As needed


    Credits: 1
  
  • CHM 485 - Independent Study


    Faculty-directed study of appropriate topics on a tutorial basis. This course will enable a student to pursue studies of existing knowledge available in the literature. Open to qualified juniors and seniors.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Normal Offering Cycle: As needed


    Credits: 3
  
  • CHM 486 - Independent Study


    Faculty-directed study of appropriate topics on a tutorial basis. This course will enable a student to pursue studies of existing knowledge available in the literature. Open to qualified juniors and seniors.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Normal Offering Cycle: As needed


    Credits: 3
  
  • CHM 499 - Chemistry Comprehensive


    Credits: 0

Chinese

  
  • CHN 101 - Elementary Chinese I


    Beginning-level work in the language. Practice in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Emphasis on the basics of tonality and practical communicative situations. English-Chinese text with accompanying cassette. Beginning practice with Chinese writing.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: BGR
    Consultation with dept required

    Offered every Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • CHN 102 - Elementary Chinese II


    Beginning level work in the language. Practice in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Emphasis on the basics of tonality and practical communicative situations. English-Chinese text with accompanying cassette. Beginning practice with Chinese writing.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: BGR
    Prereq: CHN 101

    Offered every Spring

    Credits: 3
  
  • CHN 103 - Intermediate Chinese I


    Continuation of Elementary Chinese, with emphasis on comprehension and speaking of Mandarin Chinese. Related material on Chinese grammar, culture, and history will be included.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: BGR
    Consultation with dept required

    Offered every Fall

    Credits: 3
  
  • CHN 104 - Intermediate Chinese II


    Continuation of Elementary Chinese, with emphasis on comprehension and speaking of Mandarin Chinese. Related material on Chinese grammar, culture, and history will be included.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: BGR
    Prereq: CHN 103

    Offered every Spring

    Credits: 3

Communication and Rhetoric

  
  • COMM 201 - Introduction to Mass Communications


    Theoretical and historical in its content. Theory includes exploration of the social and scientific theories and concepts used to study communication in its various forms:verbal/non-verbal, interpersonal, small-group, organizational, electronic, and intercultural, among others. Historical in its specific trace of the history of written communication and more generally in its look at the evolution of communication (the written in relation to other forms of communication). The study of the development of communications will include a variety of perspectives (i.e. critical, feminist, multicultural, class) and will make use of new technologies and how they impact the profession.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: ABR


    Credits: 3
  
  • COMM 202 - Communication Ethics and Law


    Focuses on the ethical and legal issues that affect all areas in the field of mass communication. Study of ethical theories and philosophies as well as specific case studies and defined standards and codes of ethics at work in the profession. Aims to foster professional attitudes and behavior by confronting the students with the extent of ethical and legal problems faced in the profession and by equipping them with the heuristics needed to solve those problems. Some issues to be explored for ethical and legal implications include, but are not restricted to, libel, free speech, privacy, freedom of information, censorship, obscenity, community responsibility, and social justice.





    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: ABR
    Prereq: COMM 201



    Credits: 3
  
  • COMM 352 - The English Language


    The nature of language; the ambitions, methods and applicability of phonological, syntactic and semantic study; the nature and history of English; the grounds of and authorities for English usage.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: ABHR


    Credits: 3
  
  • COMM 355 - Video Scriptwriting and Production


    Helps students develop simple story sense and effective dialogue in the service of business communication. Students will learn to write scenarios, storyboards and sketches designed for video media in training programs of social service agencies, business and industry.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: BHR


    Credits: 3
  
  • COMM 355L - Video Scriptwriting and Production Lab


    Helps students develop simple story sense and effective dialogue in the service of business communication. Students will learn to write scenarios, storyboards and sketches designed for video media in training programs of social service agencies, business and industry.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: BHR


    Credits: 0
  
  • COMM 374 - Public Relations Writing


    Focuses on developing students’ writing skills for public relations in the areas of press releases, memos and letters, speeches, public service announcements and annual reports. Students also study the practical application of basic public relations concepts and processes including public relations in corporations, government, and institutions, public opinion, communication media, ethics of public relations, and public relations campaigns.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: ABHR
    Prereqs: ENGW 251and ENGW 252



    Credits: 3
  
  • COMM 450 - Technical Communication Seminar


    Capstone course for seniors pursuing a more technical writing concentration.  A Project Management course, students work in teams with a “real world” client applying skills and theories learned over the course of their writing program, creating a product for the client.  Course culminates in a professional oral presentation of the product to the client.


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AHFR


    Credits: 3
  
  • COMM 451 - Writing for Publication Seminar


    Capstone course for seniors pursuing a journalism, magazine publishing, or creative writing concentration. Provides students with the opportunity to apply skills and theories learned throughout their writing program. Students will produce articles to be submitted to professional publications for consideration.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AFHR


    Credits: 3
  
  • COMM 482 - Writing for Publication Internship


    Through supervised placement in an appropriate position with a local publication, firm, or organization, the internship provides students with opportunities to explore and participate in the planning and preparation of written materials in a specific field of written communication and publication.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AFH
    Prereqs or Coreqs: COMM 374 or COMM 375



    Credits: 3
  
  • COMM 483 - Technical Communication Internship


    Supervised placement in an appropriate position with a local publication, firm, or organization.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AHF
    Prereq or Coreq: ENGW 351


    Credits: 3
  
  • COMM 499 - Senior Experience


    Culmination project for all seniors in the major. Students are expected to design a project that will apply what they have learned over the course of their study.


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AFH


    Credits: 0
  
  • ENGW 270 - Journalism


    Provides students with the fundamentals of print journalism with a focus on writing for print, interviewing techniques, news gathering and reporting, writing under deadline pressure, copy editing, and the command of Associate Press style.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: BR
    Prereqs: ENGW 101, ENGW 251, or equivalent
    Coreq: ENGW 270L



    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGW 270L - Journalism Lab


    Labs are required of all students who take ENGW 270 - Journalism. The lab’s purpose is to provide students an opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge learned in the Journalism courses in the actual production of Nazareth College’s newspaper and literary magazine. Students will be involved in all dimensions of the production of those publications: writing, editing, shooting photos, and selling advertising, among other responsibilities. Emphasis in the lab will be on a student-centered atmosphere that encourages student editorial development.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: BQR
    Coreqs: ENGW 270



    Credits: 1
  
  • ENGW 271 - Advanced Journalism


    Builds on ENGW 270-Journalism I by having students demonstrate their ability to research and write a major journalistic project. Projects may take the form of investigative articles, a series of feature stories, or magazine articles or profiles. Students will critique and analyze such forms of well-established journalists and will workshop their own projects with their peers. The course will also continue to stress cultural issues involved in the profession, methodologies used in addressing these issues, and concerns such as objectivity, critical thinking, ethics, and libel.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: BR
    Prereq: ENGW 270, or equivalent
    Coreq: ENGW 271L



    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGW 271L - Advanced Journalism Lab


    Labs are required of all students who take ENGW 271 - Advanced Journalism. The lab’s purpose is to provide students an opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge learned in the Journalism courses in the actual production of Nazareth College’s newspaper and literary magazine. Students will be involved in all dimensions of the production of those publications: writing, editing, shooting photos, and selling advertising, among other responsibilities. Emphasis in the lab will be on a student-centered atmosphere that encourages student editorial development.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: BQR
    Coreq: ENGW 271



    Credits: 1
  
  • ENGW 356 - Editing for Publication


    An intense study of stylistic dimensions of written discourse, with particular focus on its grammatical, mechanical, figurative, and graphic dimensions as they apply to newspaper, magazine, and online forms of writing. Hands-on work on the selection/editing of material, on the news evaluation and decision-making process, on the re-writing process, and on copyediting making use of Associated Press style and the latest editing technologies and softwares.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: BHR


    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGW 375 - Feature Writing


    Focuses on research and writing for the consumer/trade publications market (magazine feature writing for a variety of trade, consumer, and literary magazines). In addition, the skills behind editorial management, manuscript review, printing and layout principles, and marketing will be covered in relation to this particular genre of print media.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: BHR
    Prereqs: ENGW 251 and ENGW 252



    Credits: 3

Communication Sciences & Disorders

  
  • CSD 103 - Speech Communication


    A performance-centered common sense approach to the theory and practice of public speaking, progressing from informal dyadic interactions through small group communication to feeling comfortable speaking before groups of all sizes.


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: ABR


    Credits: 3
  
  • CSD 104 - Small Group Communication


    Group process and dynamics applied to public discussion and small group communication. Study of development of group leadership abilities, problem-solving techniques, discussional methods and the importance of small groups in the modern professional environment.


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: ABR


    Credits: 3
  
  • CSD 132 - Normal Speech, Language and Hearing


    Normal development and use of speech, language and hearing in the child. Exploration of phonological, morphological syntactical, semantic and pragmatic aspects of language development. The interaction between language and literacy is explored.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: ABGR


    Credits: 3
  
  • CSD 201 - Phonetics


    Introduction to the study of the phonemes of American English. The International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and its use in the assessment and treatment of disorders of communication.


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AC


    Credits: 3
  
  • CSD 231 - Anatomy of the Speech Mechanism


    Anatomy of the basic structures involved in the processes of speech and language. Study of the head, neck and trunk muscles; the laryngeal structure; and the articulators.


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: ABH


    Credits: 3
  
  • CSD 232 - Speech Science


    Physiologic and acoustic determinants of speech; the use of modeling to describe the various aspects of speech, including both normal and abnormal function; and the use of traditional tools and technology to assess the physical, physiologic and acoustic parameters of the speech act.


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AF
    Prereq: CSD 231


    Credits: 3
  
  • CSD 252 - Psycholinguistics


    Introduction to language and the psychology of language use; how people produce and understand messages. Topics include: speech perception, words and meanings, sentence processing, discourse processing, speech production, language acquisition, reading, and bilingualism.


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: ACR


    Credits: 3
  
  • CSD 333 - Speech Pathology I


    Nature, causes, and principles of treatment of communication disorders. Covers disorders of articulation, voice, stuttering, hearing, and language. Introduces professional issues.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AF


    Credits: 3
  
  • CSD 334 - Speech Pathology II


    Nature, causes, and principles of treatment of communication disorders. Covers disorders of cleft palate, cerebral palsy, autism, aphasia and other neurogenic disorders. Introduces augmentative/alternative communication. Continuation of CSD 333.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AF


    Credits: 3
  
  • CSD 335 - Methods of Speech-Language Evaluation


    Methods and techniques for the evaluation of children and adults with communication disorders; pre-assessment procedures, psychometric issues as well as the administration and interpretation of standardized and informal assessment instruments.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AF

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSD 359 - Pre Clinical Observation in Speech, Language and Hearing


    Students complete at least 15 hours of clinical observation of individuals holding the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competence. Five of the 15 hours must be completed in the Nazareth Speech and Hearing Clinic. All hours must be documented on the appropriate pre-clinical observation forms.


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AF


    Credits: 0
  
  • CSD 360 - Introduction to Methods of Speech- Language-Hearing Therapy


    Introduction to methods of intervention and management of speech-language-hearing disorders. Introduction to clinical procedures. Management of literacy is covered across disorders. Course also reviews professional topics that will help prepare for student teaching such as professional/personal time management, creating a resume and portfolio, and case presentation.


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AF
    Prereq: CSD 132, CSD 232, CSD 333, CSD 334, CSD 359, Major GPA 2.0 or greater
    Bloodborn Pathogen training required
    Additional course fee required


    Credits: 2
  
  • CSD 361 - Methods of Speech-Language-Hearing Therapy


    Clinical techniques for evaluation and management of speech-language-hearing disorders. Management of literacy is covered across disorders. Course also reviews professional topics that will help prepare for student teaching such as professional/personal time management, creating a resume and portfolio, and case presentation.


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AF
    Prereq: CSD 360 and permission of instructor
    Additional course fee required


    Credits: 2
  
  • CSD 362L - Clinical Supervision Lab


    Supervised clinical experience in campus Speech and Hearing Clinic and related service learning sites.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AF Prereq: CSD 132, 232, 252, 333, 334, 359 and permission of instructor. Must be repeated once for initial teacher certification eligibility. May be taken no more than three times maximum.

    Credits: 1
  
  • CSD 437 - Hearing Problems and Testing


    The structures, function and pathologies of the ear. Quantitative measurements of hearing and interpretation of test results. Independent lab work provides an opportunity for hands-on experience with basic hearing tests.


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AF
    Prereq: CSD 232 or equivalent


    Credits: 3
  
  • CSD 438 - Aural Rehabilitation


    The impact of hearing impairment on communication; the use of hearing aids and other assistive technologies to reduce listening problems; and the use of current methodologies of aural rehabilitation, speech reading, and sign language. Presents the rationale for an integrated program of rehabilitation for persons with hearing loss.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AF
    Prereq: CSD 437 or equivalent


    Credits: 3
  
  • CSD 452 - Seminar: Behavior Management


    The basic principles of the behavioral model and application of techniques of behavior management to clinical services for persons with speech, language and hearing disabilities.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AF


    Credits: 3
  
  • CSD 454 - Seminar: Language Disorders in Children


    Nature and causes of language disorders in children. Evaluation and treatment of language disorders, especially those affecting school-aged children. Includes the impact of language disorders on learning and literacy.


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AF


    Credits: 3
  
  • CSD 457 - Seminar: Case Studies in Speech-Language Pathology


    This capstone seminar enables students to integrate knowledge and skills acquired in prior coursework. A case study approach is used to analyze and interpret results of formal and informal assessments, and students are challenged to differentially diagnose and plan appropriate treatment strategies for persons with various communication disorders.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AF


    Credits: 3
  
  • CSD 465 - Observation and Student Teaching of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities


    The student teaching experience includes 8 weeks of observation, practice and individual conferences in a full-time school practicum placement. Required for initial New York State teacher certification TSSLD.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: F
    Prereqs: Must have declared certification program. EDU 204, EDU 475, CSD 335, CSD 359, CSD 360, CSD 361, and PSY 221 (all with grades of “C” or better). Two semesters of CSD 362L with grades of “B” or better. Must have completed at least 25 clinical clock hours under supervision of a Nazareth College supervisor. Must have taken the New York State Liberal Arts and Sciences Test (LSAT) and the New York State Assessment of Teaching Skills - Written (AST-W). Permission of the department and GPA of 2.7 or higher as of the end of the semester prior to student teaching
    Coreq: CSD 468


    Credits: 6
  
  • CSD 468 - Organization and Administration of Speech-Language-Hearing Services in the Schools


    Exploration of the roles of the speech-language pathologist in the provision of services such as screening, evaluation, student selection, scheduling, consultation and administration in the public schools. Examination of current governmental regulations and professional issues. Includes personal reflection on the student teaching experience and other influences on the individual’s professional development.


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AF
    Coreq: CSD 465


    Credits: 3
  
  • CSD 485 - Independent Study


    Study of an area of special interest, under direction of a faculty member.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSD 486 - Independent Study


    Study of an area of special interest, under direction of a faculty member.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSD 499 - Senior Comprehensive Examination


    Credits: 0

Computer Science

  
  • CIS 141 - Survey of Computer Applications


    Hands-on experience using commercially available software including word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation programs.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AB

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIS 144 - Applications Programming I


    This course will provide an introduction to programming using an Object Oriented design approach.  The Java language will be used as a vehicle for understanding object oriented design and implementation.


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AB Prereq: CIS 141

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIS 145 - Applications Programming II


    Building on the concepts from CIS 144, this course will expand the size; scope and complexity of the application build by students and will emphasize team development in an Object Oriented Programming environment.


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AB  Prereq: CIS 144


    Credits: 3
  
  • CIS 220 - Human Effects of Computing


    This course is an exploration of computer and technology in its societal, ethical, legal, and historical context.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AB

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIS 241 - Advanced Computer Applications


    Advanced hands on experience with Office Suite applications  Excel and Access and introduction to information technology concepts.


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AB

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIS 260 - Introduction to Web Design


    Students will learn the principles and practices used for developing dynamic web pages with a web development tool.


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AB

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIS 338 - Data Communication & Networking for Businesses


    The essential theory and practice of data communications and networking are introduced with an emphasis on managing today’s communication technology-dependent businesses.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AB  Prereqs: CIS 220, CIS 241


    Credits: 3
  
  • CIS 366 - Systems Analysis and Design


    An introduction to the approaches, concepts and tools of traditional and modern systems analysis and design in a business setting are presented and applied in business case studies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AB  Prereqs: CIS 241

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIS 460 - Database Design


    The theory and practice of relational database design is presented along with advanced practical experience in database construction.  Topics include data modeling, normalization, and SQL.


    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AB  Prereqs: CIS 144, CIS 241


    Credits: 3
  
  • CIS 483 - Internship Experience


    This is the senior experience for the IT degree program and a part-time work experience with a local organization. Students will attend seminars and prepare other academic assignments.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AF  Senior Status and a grade point average of 2.50

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIS 484 - Internship Experience


    This is the senior experience for the IT degree program and a part-time work experience with a local organization. Students will attend seminars and prepare other academic assignments.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: AF Senior Status and a grade point average of 2.50

    Credits: 3

Economics

  
  • ECO 101 - PI Principles of Macroeconomics


    (Perspectives I course) Students are introduced to economic terms, learn to read and understand economic news and develop informed opinions on economic issues and events. Specific topics include unemployment, inflation, gross domestic product, money and supply and demand analysis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: ABR


    Credits: 3
  
  • ECO 102 - PI Principles of Microeconomics


    (Perspective I course) Students will be introduced to economic theory about the behavior of the individual, business firms and markets. Topics covered include demand, supply and markets; production, cost and market structures and market failures.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: ABR
    Prereq: ECO 101


    Credits: 3
  
  • ECO 250 - Managerial Economics


    The theory and concepts of economics, particularly microeconomics, as applied to decision-making in business organizations.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: BR
    Prereq: ECO 101 ECO 102 (MTH 207 recommended)


    Credits: 3
  
  • ECO 330 - Investments


    Provides students with a more complete understanding of financial markets and the world of investments. An introduction to risk and return, financial markets, including interest rates, stocks and bonds and portfolio theory.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: BR
    Prereq: ACT 209 ECO 101


    Credits: 3
  
  • ECO 331 - Money and Banking


    Principles of money, credit and prices; the commercial banking system; the Federal Reserve System; monetary theory and policies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: BR
    Prereq: ECO 101 ECO 102


    Credits: 3
  
  • ECO 333 - Intermediate Macroeconomics


    Development and use of the tools of modern income and employment theory; analysis of the factors affecting the size of GDP, consumption, investment, savings, the money supply, inflation and economic growth.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Adv Codes: ABR
    Prereq: ECO 101 ECO 102


    Credits: 3
  
  • ECO 334 - Intermediate Microeconomics


    Theories of supply and demand, prices, output, and production. Equilibrium of firms under different market conditions. Determination of factor prices.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    ECO 101, 102; MTH 111 or 113 is recommended but not required

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECO 338 - PII Economic Issues Gender, Race & Class


    (Perspectives II Course) Course introduces students to issues in the U.S. political economy concerning gender, race and class. Students will review the rapidly expanding scholarship on race and ethnicity; on workers, class and poverty; on women, gender and sexuality. Many of the issues raised relate to economics: what work people do, what they buy and how they live.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    any PI course in Social Science
    Women’s Studies Minor Course


    Credits: 3
  
  • ECO 340 - PII Labor Economics


    (Perspectives II course) Theories of labor markets, including human capital theory, imperfect labor, market theories, discrimination, and unemployment. Also explores unions and collective bargaining from an economic perspective.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Eco 101, 102

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECO 347 - PII History of Economic Thought


    (Perspectives II course) Survey of the major developments in the history of economic thought. Explores the evolution of such ideas as value, prices, labor, capital and the functioning of markets in economics.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    ECO 101, 102

    Credits: 3
 

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