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NUR 336 - Nursing Services with Childrearing Families Practicum
Units: 2
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Practicum application of nursing theory and research-based nursing services of children and adolescents. Focus is on changing health, teaching-learning and collaborative nursing activities with promotion/disease prevention, as well as the management of common acute and chronic illnesses in a variety of healthcare settings.
Practicum: Six (6) hours/week practicum
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean
Pre- or Co- Requisite(s): NUR 335
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NUR 355 - Mental Health Nursing
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Introduction to mental health nursing services and nurse-person and nurse-group communication patterns. Focus is on interdisciplinary collaboration, teaching-learning, and change-persistence patterns with health promotion/disease prevention, as well as the management of common and acute and chronic medical diagnosis of mental health issues with individuals, families, and communities. A nursing theoretical perspective under girding nursing practice shall be emphasized. Various nursing services and treatment modalities are explored. Nursing services with special populations including the homeless and issues regarding abuse, neglect, and substance abuse are explored.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean
Pre- or Co- Requisite(s): NUR 356
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NUR 356 - Mental Health Nursing Practicum
Units: 2
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Practicum learning experience of nursing services with persons who have the medical diagnosis of mental illness in both inpatient and community treatment settings. Focus is on the changing healthcare systems and collaborative health promotion/disease prevention, as well as the nurse-person, nurse-group, nurse-community patterns of relating, and management of common acute and chronic mental health problems with individuals and families.
Practicum: Six (6) hours/week practicum
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean
Pre- or Co- Requisite(s): NUR 355
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NUR 375 - Research and Writing for the Health Care Professional
Units: 3
GE Designation: I
When Offered: Fall, Spring, RN-BSN
This course is designed to provide an introduction and overview of nursing research. The course will be devoted to a discussion of the development of nursing research and its utilization in the practice of nursing. Additionally, the course will introduce basic terminology, principles of research, methods and designs of qualitative and quantitative nursing research with the goal of aiding the student to critically evaluate and utilize nursing research. The “So What?” connections between nursing theory and healthcare research and the possible importance for nursing practice and the profession will be regularly discussed.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean
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NUR 400 - Special Topics in Nursing
Units: 1-4
When Offered: As offered
This course offers a concentration upon a specific topic in the field of nursing. The topic varies by semester.
Repeatable: May be repeated with change in topic.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean
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NUR 420 - Community and Public Health Nursing
Units: 3
GE Designation: I
When Offered: Fall, Spring, RN-BSN
The course focuses on a theoretical understanding of nursing concepts which are utilized in nurse-community processes while providing nursing services to individuals, families, communities, and aggregates of populations. The student will explore the role of the community health /public health nurse as an interdisciplinary collaborator with other members of the healthcare team. Changing healthcare systems and policies from a global perspective will be explored.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean
Pre- or Co- Requisite(s): NUR 421
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NUR 421 - Community and Public Health Nursing Practicum
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring, RN-BSN
Practicum experience in community/public health nursing focusing on collaborative policy development, change, teaching-learning processes, the role, application of public health principles and nursing processes in the provision of nursing services with individuals/families and populations in a variety of community-based settings.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean
Pre- or Co- Requisite(s): NUR 420
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NUR 430 - Transcultural Patterns of Health
Units: 3
GE Designation: I
When Offered: Fall, Spring, RN-BSN
This course will examine patterns of health beliefs and values from a nursing theoretical perspective. Health beliefs determined by religion, culture, society, and history will be reviewed. The course will examine how views of health influences healthcare, the healthcare delivery system, and specific elements of health throughout the life span. An important component of the course will be examination of the professional nurse’s role and implications for nursing services. Application of nursing research in health beliefs and values will also be included.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean
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NUR 431 - Global Service-Learning in Nursing: Core Concepts
Units: 3
When Offered: As offered
This is the first of three courses in the Global Integration Studies: Global Health Nursing Minor. This course begins to prepare the student for engaging in healthcare globally. It provides a solid foundation of the concepts of cultural awareness, cultural knowledge, cultural skill, cultural encounters and cultural desire based on Campinah-Bacote’s (2002) definition of cultural competence. Using Biblical principles and Parse’s Humanbecoming School of Thought (1998), students will develop the skills needed to provide relevant and meaningful nursing care to members of various population groups.
Prerequisite(s): Previous ISP experience
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NUR 432 - Global Service-Learning in Nursing: Advanced Concepts
Units: 3
When Offered: As offered
This is the second of three courses in the Global Integration Studies: Global Health Nursing Minor. Building upon the Core Concepts of Global Service Learning in Nursing, students will compare and contrast nursing, healthcare and healthcare systems nationally and globally. This course will incorporate frameworks for Global Service Learning in Nursing from the National League of Nursing, Center for Disease Control and World Health Organization. Using Biblical principles and Parse’s Humanbecoming School of Thought (1998), students will develop a plan to provide relevant and meaningful nursing care to members of specific population groups.
Prerequisite(s): NUR 431
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NUR 433 - Global Service-Learning in Nursing: Immersion Practicum
Units: 3
When Offered: As offered
This is the third of three courses in the Global Integration Studies: Global Health Nursing Minor. Building upon the Core and Advanced Concepts of Global Service Learning in Nursing, students will apply cultural awareness, cultural knowledge, cultural skill, cultural encounters and cultural desire based on Campinah-Bacote’s (2002) definition of cultural competence to a specific global nursing population. Using Biblical principles and Parse’s Humanbecoming School of Thought (1998), students will implement a plan to provide relevant and meaningful nursing care to members of specific population groups. Involves travel as a group to selected local areas inside and/or outside of the U.S.
Prerequisite(s): NUR 431 and 432
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NUR 440 - Adult Health II
Units: 4
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Advanced study of theory and research-based nursing services of the young, middle and older adult. Focus is on the knowledge acquisition and management of complex acute and chronic illnesses and end of life processes.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean
Pre- or Co- Requisite(s): NUR 441
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NUR 441 - Adult Health II Practicum
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Practicum course with focus on advanced application of theory and research-based nursing services for young, middle and older adults. Focus is on collaborative interdisciplinary management of complex adult health illnesses and situations in a variety of healthcare settings.
Practicum: Nine (9) hours/week practicum
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean
Pre- or Co- Requisite(s): NUR 440
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NUR 450 - Nursing Services for the Older Adult and Family
Units: 2
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This course focuses on the health-related issues of older adults. Major content areas include viewing the unique needs of elders from a nursing theoretical perspective. An interdisciplinary and collaborative health care provider approach will be given in the discussion of knowledge concerning physical, psychological, economic and social age related changes. The course will explore personal, cultural, societal attitudes toward aging for the purpose of an enhanced understanding from the elder’s perspective.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean
Pre- or Co- Requisite(s): NUR 451
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NUR 451 - Nursing Practicum with the Older Adult and Family
Units: 1
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This practicum course focuses on the application for nursing knowledge with elderly persons and families. Emphasis is given to the collaborative application of biological, social, behavioral disciplinary knowledge with the practice and role description of the professional nurse. Nursing services shall be provided in a variety of settings including the community, assisted living facilities, acute care facilities, rehabilitation centers, and long term care facilities.
Practicum: Three (3) hours/week in practicum setting
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean
Pre- or Co- Requisite(s): NUR 450
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NUR 460 - Ethics and Issues in Health Care
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring, RN-BSN
The philosophical and ethical aspects of the professional role of the registered nurse are examined. The role includes but is not limited to the role of the provider of care. The course is designed to explore the meaning of becoming an effective member of the nursing profession. Emphasis is placed on current issues of professional and legal accountability and responsibility, professional liability, advocacy, collective action, and the ethical responsibilities and decision making for the profession and changing healthcare systems.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean
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NUR 470 - Christian Leadership in Nursing
Units: 3
GE Designation: I
When Offered: Fall, Spring, RN-BSN
Concepts of management, leadership and followership, change-persistence and organizational structure as frameworks for managing policy development and delivery of nursing care to groups of clients in an acute care setting. The transition from student role to professional nursing role as provider, coordinator, and designer is emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean
Pre- or Co- Requisite(s): NUR 471
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NUR 471 - Christian Leadership in Nursing Practicum
Units: 2
When Offered: Fall, Spring, RN-BSN
Practicum hours are to equal 6 hours per week for the 15 week semester (90 hours total for the semester). This course emphasizes the student experience of observing and assuming the role of nurse leader/manager in implementing quality improvement projects. Implications for nursing theory-driven practice, teaching-learning processes, change-persistence, and collaboration with other health care providers is emphasized. Mentors are selected and assigned to students by the course coordinator and/or nursing faculty.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean
Pre- or Co- Requisite(s): NUR 470
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NUR 494 - NCLEX Review
Units: 1
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This NCLEX review course shall be scheduled by Nursing for all graduating senior nursing students.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean
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NUR 498 - Senior Capstone Practicum
Units: 2
LVN thirty (30) unit option only. This practicum course focuses on the roles and responsibilities of a new graduate professional nurse. The course provides an opportunity for the student to further develop appropriate leadership and practice nursing skills necessary for the beginning practitioner role. It also facilitates synthesis for nursing knowledge and skills acquired in previous LVN option courses for the provision of nursing care to individuals and families.
Practicum: Six (6) hours/week of practicum
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NUR 499 - Senior Capstone Practicum
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring, RN-BSN
This practicum senior level course focuses on the roles and responsibilities of a new graduate BSN professional nurse. The course provides an opportunity for the student to further develop leadership and practice nursing skills necessary for the beginning practitioner role. It also facilitates synthesis of the nursing knowledge and skills acquired in previous program courses in the provision of nursing care to individuals, families, and aggregates. Faculty in collaboration with the nursing administrators in healthcare agencies identify agency nurses who will assist students to achieve course/individual objectives in the agency. A nursing clinical faculty member and the selected agency nurse, i.e., Clinical Faculty, who is matched with the student assist the student to develop a Personal Objective Plan. The Plan is a set of individualized specific measurable objectives, which guide the student’s clinical learning experience while meeting course objectives. The Clinical Faculty, the student and Campus Faculty form a three person team which facilitates the implementation of the student’s plan.
Practicum: Nine (9) hours/week practicum
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean
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PDD 200 - Special Topics in Production Design
Units: 1-6
When Offered: As offered
This course explores and presents selected topics in production design.
Repeatable: May be repeated with change in topic for a maximum of nine (9) units of credit
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PDD 310 - Production Design Studio I
Units: 6
When Offered: Spring (odd years)
Students will explore a number of strategies designers use to understand, evaluate and create both built and virtual environments. A series of design exercises that explore the various strategies allow students to initiate the development of a personal design process. Emphasis is on the formal, experiential and material issues inherent in cultivating a design sensibility or language. Projects given range in topic.
Prerequisite(s): ARC 122
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PDD 400 - Special Topics in Production Design
Units: 1-6
When Offered: As offered
This course explores and presents selected topics in production design.
Repeatable: May be repeated with change in topic for a maximum of nine (9) units of credit
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PDD 401 - Special Topics in Production Design Studio
Units: 1-6
When Offered: As offered
This course explores and presents studio based selected topics in production design.
Repeatable: May be repeated with change in topic for a maximum of twelve (12) units of credit
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean
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PDD 410 - Production Design Studio II
Units: 6
When Offered: Spring (even years)
This class emphasizes a holistic design process within environmental design. Students are asked to explore production design methodologies, translations and tactics as applied to projects within the scope of concentration emphases.
Prerequisite(s): ARC 122
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PHI 104 - Special Studies in Philosophy
Units: 1
When Offered: As offered
An examination of specific areas of Philosophy.
Repeatable: Course is repeatable for credit with a change in topic.
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PHI 200 - Special Studies
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Concentration on specific philosophical areas such as particular periods, traditional philosophical classifications, or individual philosophers.
Repeatable: Course is repeatable for credit with a change in topic.
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PHI 213 - Introduction to Philosophy
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This course introduces students to the meaning and basic categories of philosophy such as epistemology and philosophy of religion. This is accomplished through an exploration of the primary issues and central figures within the discipline. Particular relevance is given to the development of a Christian World-view and the role philosophy plays in life and culture.
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PHI 233 - Basic Reasoning
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This course introduces students to the fundamental skills involved in critical thinking such as the ability to recognize an argument and discern formal and informal fallacies. Application is made to issues that occur in everyday life.
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PHI 300 - Logic
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall (even years)
A systematized study of the canons and criteria of validity in thought and its rational expression by considering the processes of reasoning and inference with applications in propositional logic, natural deduction, predicate logic and induction.
Prerequisite(s): PHI 213
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PHI 301 - History of Western Philosophy I
Units: 3
GE Designation: I
When Offered: Fall
This course is the first of a two-semester study introducing students to the history of Western philosophy. This first part begins with the origins of philosophy in ancient Greece and ends with the Late Middle Ages. Particular attention is given to Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, St. Augustine, and St. Thomas.
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PHI 302 - History of Western Philosophy II
Units: 3
GE Designation: I
When Offered: Spring
This course is the second of a two-semester study introducing students to the history of Western philosophy. This second part begins with the origins of modern philosophy in the seventeenth century and ends with the twentieth century. Particular attention is given to Descartes, Hume, and Kant.
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PHI 303 - Apologetics
Units: 3
GE Designation: I
When Offered: Fall
This course will examine the emergence of apologetics within the life of the church, highlight various approaches, arguments, and central figures, and the role of apologetics in development of a Christian worldview.
Prerequisite(s): PHI 213
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PHI 304 - Special Studies in Philosophy
Units: 1
When Offered: As offered
An examination of specific areas of Philosophy.
Repeatable: Course is repeatable for credit with a change in topic.
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PHI 312 - Aesthetics
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring
An introduction to philosophical aesthetics, which has been marginalized and often ignored in philosophical discourse during the past four hundred years. During the last few decades the questions posted by aesthetics have moved back into the center of the philosophical discussion, including the use of the concept by “post-modern” thinkers. The course seeks to bring the student into the longer conversation concerning beauty, “retrieve” important elements that have been lost, and provide a basis for further study.
Prerequisite(s): ARC 210 , ART 242 , DES 310 , FLM 250 , GDM 310 , ILL 210 , PHI 213 , or PHO 330
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PHI 320 - Epistemology
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall (even years)
This course is a study of the perennial questions in the philosophical discipline of Epistemology, or Theory of Knowledge. It provides an introduction to the major parts of an account of knowledge including the nature of belief, justification, and truth. In addition, this course surveys various problems including skepticism, relativism, and the objectivity of knowledge.
Prerequisite(s): PHI 213
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PHI 323 - Ethics
Units: 3
GE Designation: I
When Offered: Fall (even years)
This course is an appraisal of the major metaethical positions within Western philosophy such as deontological, utilitarian, and virtue ethics in light of the Christian World-view for the purpose of analyzing and synthesizing theories regarding human conduct. Attention is given to major figures in the history of ethics as well as the nature of ethical language and the concept of value.
Prerequisite(s): PHI 213
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PHI 324 - Applied Ethics
Units: 3
GE Designation: I
When Offered: Fall (odd years)
An exploration of the application of various metaethical theories to ethical questions and issues that arise in various arenas of life. The study involves both the examination of methods as well as cases.
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PHI 343 - Philosophy of Religion
Units: 3
GE Designation: I, M
When Offered: Spring
This course introduces students to the specific branch of philosophy known as philosophy of religion. This occurs through an examination of the major issues within the discipline such as the existence of God, the problem of evil, and the nature of religious language.
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PHI 353 - Comparative Religions
Units: 3
GE Designation: I, M
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This course is an introduction to the major religious traditions of the world, particularly Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The historical development, key figures, as well as major doctrines and practices are explored.
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PHI 363 - Metaphysics
Units: 3
GE Designation: M
When Offered: Spring (even years)
This course is a study of the basic questions regarding reality as they have developed within Western philosophy. The study will examine such topics as matter, form, substance, existence, and such movements as idealism, nominalism, realism, and materialism.
Prerequisite(s): PHI 213
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PHI 399 - Independent Study
Units: 3
GE Designation: M
A course of study designed to afford superior students an opportunity to pursue independent work in an area of their personal interest. Supervision and evaluation provided by assigned Philosophy department faculty.
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PHI 400 - Special Studies
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall
Concentration on specific philosophical areas such as particular periods, traditional philosophical classifications, or individual philosophers.
Repeatable: Course is repeatable for credit with a change in topic.
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PHI 403 - Cultural Apologetics
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring (odd years)
A study of the ways in which the truth of the Gospel and of the Christian worldview are reflected in popular culture through art, literature, film, music, and television.
Prerequisite(s): PHI 213
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PHI 420 - Readings in 20th Century Epistemology
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring (odd years)
This course is a study of 20th Century Epistemology. It provides an introduction to the major figures and movements of contemporary epistemology.
Prerequisite(s): PHI 213
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PHI 421 - Twentieth-century Ethics
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall (odd years)
A study of 20th century meta-ethics. The course provides an introduction, rooted in primary texts, of the major figures and movements of 20th century thought and seeks to investigate and assess these figures and movements in light of the convictions of the Christian world view.
Prerequisite(s): PHI 213
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PHI 422 - Twentieth-century Philosophy
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall (even years)
A study of 20th century philosophy. The course provides an introduction, rooted in primary texts, of the major figures and movements of 20th century thought and seeks to investigate and assess these figures and movements in light of the convictions of the Christian world view.
Prerequisite(s): PHI 213
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PHI 433 - Apologetics: Theory and Method
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring (even years)
An analysis of the various methods used, the logic employed, the philosophical assumptions utilized, and the potential effectiveness of the major approaches to the apologetic task currently debated by contemporary apologists.
Prerequisite(s): PHI 213
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PHI 499 - Senior Project
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring
A senior capstone course designed to demonstrate the competence of Philosophy majors in the discipline and showcase their research and writing skills. The portfolio produced by the student in completion of this project must conform to the departmental guidelines for Senior Projects.
Prerequisite(s): Senior status
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PHO 105 - The Camera
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Students will understand, and become comfortable, with the foundational use of the camera by understanding exposure through metering and the relationship between - ISO, Aperture, and Shutter Speed. Students will begin to implement foundational design elements through composition, and compression through different lens focal lengths. Students will produce and analyze photographs by employing professional photographic techniques and the introduction of a digital workflow.
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PHO 110 - Fundamental Commercial Photography
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall
This course surveys contemporary genres within Commercial Photography. While introducing the practical skills of production and conceptual development, students will work to plan and execute camera-based assignments in the areas of editorial and advertising photography.
Prerequisite(s): PHO 105
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PHO 120 - Fundamental Fine Art Photography
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall
This introductory course explores the conceptual and expressive principals of Fine Art Photography through lectures, discussions, assignments and field trips. Students will submit their work for critique, refining the theoretical and practical skills needed to create meaningful imagery.
Prerequisite(s): PHO 105
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PHO 140 - History of Photography
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This course follows movements and themes in the history of photography from its inception at the turn of the 19th century to today. In this class, students will identify key works and discuss their significance in a historical context. On a more theoretical level, photography will be observed as cultural production that shapes personal and political ideology. Photographic examples will be presented from photojournalism, documentary, fine art, advertising, fashion and academia to more vernacular uses in everyday life. Through readings, discussions and assignments students will build the visual literacy needed to experience, understand and analyze images.
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PHO 200 - Special Topics in Photography
Units: 3
When Offered: As offered
This course focuses on different topics in the field of photography each time it is offered.
Repeatable: May be repeated three (3) times for credit with change in topic
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PHO 250 - Post-Production
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring
Through this course students will develop the technical foundation needed to process and retouch images with Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop. Students will build a professional workflow utilizing digital asset management, image selection, and global adjustments with non-destructive methods. Further pixel adjustments will be made within Photoshop for advanced retouching.
Prerequisite(s): PHO 105
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PHO 310 - Intermediate Commercial Photography
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring
This course further explores the genres within Commercial Photography allowing students to begin focusing on a body of work specific to their niche within that genre. Further refinement through technical demonstrations and critique will allow students to begin to define an artistic style that is viable within the commercial marketplace.
Prerequisite(s): PHO 110
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PHO 330 - Visual Storytelling
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring
This course integrates a conceptual framework and narrative structure into the photographic process. Utilizing color, design and visual communication skills to evoke emotion, students will learn how narrative shapes messaging. The course supports students involved in a wide range of photographic disciplines where visual storytelling is critical to a work’s reception.
Prerequisite(s): PHO 105
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PHO 332 - Studio Photography
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring
This course will implement a practical workflow within a controlled space, utilizing the tools and techniques of studio photographers. Students will gain an understanding of light quality and how it relates to ideas, and the emotional depiction of a subject. Students will understand how to craft their lighting to the specific subject they are photographing. Labs will be hands-on, integrating professional studio practices for digital capture and utilizing industry-wide workflow standards related to the latest software and hardware.
Prerequisite(s): PHO 110
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PHO 350 - Digital Printing and Color Management
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall
This course presents students with the digital workflow techniques needed to produce archival photographs. File preparation, resolution selection, print-profiling, paper selection and soft-proofing techniques will be covered. Students will learn the techniques of digital color management by applying color profiles to produce archival prints for the purpose of promotional, gallery, and printed portfolios.
Prerequisite(s): PHO 250
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PHO 360 - Photo and Social Engagement
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring
This course will explore photography within the intersections of narration, representation, participation and missional outreach. Students will be tasked to produce a personal project that responds to social concerns explored through the medium of photography and will present their work for critical feedback. The class will create a final group project that engages the community within a missional context.
Prerequisite(s): PHO 110 and 120
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PHO 362 - The Photographic Book
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring (odd years)
An advanced studio-based lab which will explore the traditions and practices of the photographic book from handbound artist books to more modern direct-to-publishing methods. Students will be encouraged to develop their own concepts and interpretations within the medium.
Prerequisite(s): PHO 330
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PHO 363 - Photographic Documentary Methods
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring (even years)
This course explores documentary photography, and the expanding modes of the genre, as an artistic medium. The emphasis of this class will be on the process of conducting research and gaining access to subjects, as well as the practice of editing and sequencing imagery to produce works that weave symbolism into photographic observation. The ethics of realism, from an art historical perspective, will be addressed through critical readings. Subjectivity and the capturing of human experience, will be emphasized over reportage.
Prerequisite(s): PHO 110 or 120
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PHO 400 - Special Topics in Commercial Photography
Units: 3
When Offered: As offered
This course focuses on different topics in the field of commercial photography each time it is offered.
Repeatable: May be repeated three (3) times for credit with change in topic
Prerequisite(s): PHO 110
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PHO 401 - Special Topics in Non-Commercial Photography
Units: 3
When Offered: As offered
This course focuses on different topics in the field of non-commercial photography each time it is offered.
Repeatable: May be repeated three (3) times for credit with change in topic
Prerequisite(s): PHO 120
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PHO 415 - Advanced Commercial Photography
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall
This course encompasses an advanced approach to both studio and location photography within commercial photography. Emphasis is placed on the creative application of lighting technique and style to further develop the student’s vision and commercial portfolio.
Prerequisite(s): PHO 310
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PHO 432 - On Location Photography
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall
This course will challenge the photography student to tell stories outside the controlled environment and to successfully navigate lighting and viewpoint obstacles.
Prerequisite(s): PHO 332
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PHO 433 - Photography Open Studio
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Upper division photography students focusing on their concentration will work one-on-one with their professor within a class setting to further develop their specific conceptual and technical skills that will enable them to successfully bring their vision and portfolio to completion.
Repeatable: May be repeated three (3) times for a total of nine (9) units of credit
Prerequisite(s): PHO 350
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PHO 485 - Photography Business
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall
This lecture course will introduce the students to principles of self-promotion, taxes, bidding, pricing, the procurement of work and agents.
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PHO 499 - Senior Show
Units: 1
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This course prepares the students for their capstone show and the pending graduation into their post-undergraduate endeavors.
Prerequisite(s): Senior status and permission of the Department Chair
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PHY 101 - Concepts in Physics with Lab
Units: 4
When Offered: As offered
This is primarily a general education conceptual class in physics for those interested in understanding the fundament laws of nature, without the delving too deeply into mathematics or other previous scientific backgrounds. We will study topics such as: the classical laws of motion, force, momentum, energy, waves, heat, sound, electrostatics, electricity, magnetics, optics, the atom, and relativity.
Fee: Additional lab fee
Prerequisite(s): MAT 115
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PHY 112 - The Physics of Hollywood with Lab
Units: 4
GE Designation: I
When Offered: Spring
A study of optics, cameras, lighting, sound, analog vs. digital processes, polarization and the 3-D moving making process. The course is a very lab intensive class taught in a semi inquiry-based manner. The class and lab are heavily integrated. The course is a self contained class which includes some reviews of the math necessary to be successful in the class.
Fee: Additional lab fee
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PHY 113 - Astronomy
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall
A study of the earth, time, moon, sky, celestial mechanics, solar system, and the sidereal universe.
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PHY 113L - Astronomy Lab
Units: 1
When Offered: Fall
A study of the laws of physics related to the optics of telescopes. Observational labs, including remotely operating telescopes on mountain tops.
Fee: Additional lab fee(s). (Field trips may require additional lab fees)
Pre- or Co- Requisite(s): PHY 113
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PHY 115 - Physics for Architects with Lab
Units: 4
When Offered: Fall
A study of mathematical methods of physics, kinematics, forces, Newton’s Laws, earthquakes, fluids, work, energy, power, momentum, heat and thermodynamics, electricity, waves, light, and sound. This class will be taught in an “Inquiry- Based” manner. Lecture and lab are integrated.
Fee: Additional lab fee
Prerequisite(s): MAT 135 , 145 , or 245
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PHY 122 - The Physics of Photography
Units: 3
GE Designation: I
When Offered: As offered
A study of the physical properties of the camera, predominantly optics. Emphasis placed on black and white, 35mm, exposing, developing and printing.
Fee: Additional lab fee
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PHY 200 - Special Topics in Physics
Units: 1-3
When Offered: As offered
Various appropriate topics of different concentrations are offered each time.
Repeatable: May be repeated once with different subject matter. Student involvement in selection of topics is strongly encouraged.
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PHY 201 - Physics for Engineers I with Lab
Units: 4
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This course covers topics such as units, vectors, motion (in one, two and three dimensions), Newton’s laws of motion, work, kinetic and potential energy, momentum, impulse, collisions, conservation laws, dynamics of rotational motion, equilibrium, gravitation, and periodic motion. 6 hours per week of inquiry-based instruction.
Fee: Additional lab fee
Prerequisite(s): MAT 145 , 245 , or a B or better in EGR 182
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PHY 203 - Physics for Engineers II with Lab
Units: 4
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This course covers topics such as fluids, temperature and ideal gas, electric charge and field, Gauss’s Law, electric potential, capacitance and dielectrics, current, resistance and electromotive force, direct-current circuits, magnetic field and force, Ampere’s and Faraday’s laws, electromagnetic induction, inductance, alternating current circuits, and electromagnetic waves. 6 hours per week of inquiry-based instruction.
Fee: Additional lab fee
Prerequisite(s): PHY 201
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PHY 214 - Physics I with Lab
Units: 4
When Offered: Fall
A study of mechanics, heat and thermodynamics, waves, sound, and the mathematical methods of physics.
Lecture: 3 units of lecture Lab: 1 unit of lab
Fee: Additional lab fee
Prerequisite(s): MAT 145 or 245
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PHY 224 - Physics II with Lab
Units: 4
When Offered: Spring
A continuation of PHY 214 , including a study of electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic waves, optics, and modern physics topics.
Lecture: 3 units of lecture Lab: 1 unit of lab
Fee: Additional lab fee
Prerequisite(s): PHY 214
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PHY 301 - Astronomy II
Units: 3
When Offered: As offered
The main focus of the course is on complex concepts from extra-solar astrophysics (astronomy outside of our solar system), including star formation, stellar evolution, supernova and stellar remnants, black holes, galaxy formation, dark matter, the large-scale structure of the universe, and the Creation of the universe. The purpose of this course is to provide a broad baseline of conceptual understanding. Student will also learn how to analyze and understand new discoveries in astronomy as they are related directly to the professional astronomical community, in addition to understanding astronomy articles that are presented through more mainstream media.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 113 , 201 , or 214
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PHY 301L - Astronomy II Lab
Units: 1
When Offered: As offered
This laboratory course focuses on studying the laws of physics related to astronomy. The purpose of this course is to give a broad experiential understanding of the process of analyzing data from telescopes, integrating real astronomical data with astronomical concepts such as the expansion of the universe and supernova explosion.
Fee: Additional lab fee
Pre- or Co- Requisite(s): PHY 301
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PHY 305 - Physics of Semiconductors
Units: 4
When Offered: As offered
An introduction to the underlying mechanism and the physical operation of semiconductor devices. This includes discussion of material properties, energy band theory, carrier behavior, and electronic transport. We’ll apply this to understanding pn junction diodes, bipolar junction transistors, and metal-oxide-semiconductor capacitors and field-effect transistors.
Fee: Additional lab fee
Prerequisite(s): MAT 343 , and PHY 203 or 224
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PHY 310 - Waves and Optics with Lab
Units: 4
When Offered: Spring
An advanced study of waves and optics, with explicit investigation into mechanical and electromagnetic waves. Topics include (but are not limited to): simple harmonic motion, superposition, dampening, forced oscillations, beats, elasticity, coupling, normal modes, polarization, constructive and destructive interference, single and double slit interference, diffraction gratings, lenses, ray optics, geometric optics, physical optics, beams, and Doppler effect. The course is a very lab intensive class taught in a semi inquiry-based manner. The class and lab are heavily integrated.
Lecture: 3 hours lecture Lab: 3 hours lab
Fee: Additional lab fee
Prerequisite(s): PHY 203 or 224
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PHY 320 - Modern Physics
Units: 4
When Offered: Fall
An advanced study of modern physics theories. Topics include (but not limited to): relativity, photons, photoelectric effect, the Bohr-model, Heisenberg’s uncertainty principle, Compton scattering, de Broglie waves, wave particle duality, wave packets, Schroedinger’s equation, nuclear models, decay and reactions, Rutherford scattering.
Lecture: 4 hours lecture
Prerequisite(s): PHY 203 or 224 . Recommended: PHY 310
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PHY 399 - Independent Study
Units: 1-3
When Offered: As offered
This course of study is offered to afford the superior student an opportunity to explore independently subject matter not already offered in the catalog.
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PHY 400 - Special Topics in Physics
Units: 1-4
When Offered: As offered
Various appropriate topics of different concentrations are offered each time.
Repeatable: May be repeated once with different subject matter. Student involvement in selection of topics is strongly encouraged.
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POL 200 - Special Topics in Political Science
Units: 3
When Offered: As offered
This course examines special topics in political science. Topics are announced each time the course is offered.
Repeatable: May be taken two (2) times with change in topic
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POL 213 - American Government
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
The course provides an introductory overview of the American political system. It begins with a discussion of the principles of the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights and an examination of their impact on the country. It also covers the avenues and means of democratic citizenship and political influence in American politics. The course further examines the major political institutions in the United States: Congress, Presidency, Bureaucracy, and Courts. In order to assess the impact of government on society, the course concludes with an exploration of public policy. (Meets state requirement in United States Constitution and California Government.)
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POL 223 - State and Local Government
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This course studies the place and responsibilities of state and local governments in the United States and how they relate with other units of government. This includes an assessment of the citizenship and participation in state and local politics, both at the individual and collective level; and then an examination of state political institutions, such as governors, state legislatures, state courts, and administration. The course also covers city and county governments, and other local units of government. Although it is comparative, special attention is given to California politics.
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POL 250 - Introduction to International Politics
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring
This course begins with an examination of the relevant international relations paradigms and evaluates several foreign policy decision-making models. The course considers important actors within the international system, such as intergovernmental and nongovernmental organizations and concludes with an examination of contemporary international relations issues, such as interstate war, economic development, human rights, and trade.
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POL 255 - Introduction to Comparative Politics
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall
The course begins with an overview of factors (constitutions, political systems, and political ideology) political scientists use to understand and explain variations in policy outcomes at the national level. The course also examines actors (political parties, interest groups, social movements, and public opinion), processes (elections), and political institutions from a comparative perspective. The course concludes with an overview of the public policy process and examination of specific policy areas.
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POL 323 - Political Parties and Interest Groups
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring (odd years)
The study of the nature, development, organization, function, and methods of political parties. Also designed to furnish an understanding of the pluralist nature of the American system through the dynamics of group action and their methods and impact.
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POL 330 - Law and Literature
Units: 3
GE Designation: I
When Offered: Fall (odd years)
This course is designed to examine the role and function of narrative in law, and the role and function of law in major works of literature, to understand better both law and literature.
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POL 350 - International Relations Theory
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall (even years)
This course begins with an in-depth examination of the dominant and alternative theories found within the international relations literature. Having established a solid theoretical foundation, the course will consider important disagreements between the dominant theories (e.g., the structure of the international system) and the corresponding predicted outcomes (e.g., conflict or cooperation within the international system). The course concludes with an examination of several contemporary international relations issues, such as globalization and terrorism.
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POL 390 - Congress and the Presidency
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring (even years)
The study of the place, responsibilities, and functions of Congress and the presidency in American politics is covered. This includes congressional organization and behavior, congressional elections, party leadership, congressional rules and procedures, and the committee system, with its effect on policy. The presidency roles, powers, and functions are also examined. The president’s relationship with both the media and public, other branches, presidential character and leadership are included. Both branches are examined in light of checks and balances.
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POL 395 - Political Economy
Units: 3
GE Designation: I
When Offered: Fall (odd years)
This course explores the relationship between the economy and politics and provides both a description and assessment of the economy. This entails an overview of economic theory, macroeconomics, savings, investments, microeconomics and markets, inflation, monetary policy, international economics and globalization, and the role of the private sector and government.
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POL 399 - Independent Studies
Units: 3
When Offered: As offered
Independent study of a specific area of political science not offered by the department. This allows a student to explore a specific area of political science on an independent basis. It is directly supervised by specific faculty in the program and has specific timetables and course requirements.
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POL 400 - Special Topics in Political Science
Units: 3
When Offered: As offered
This course examines special topics in political science. Topics are announced each time the course is offered.
Repeatable: May be taken two (2) times with change in topic
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