Online Courses

The United States is a secular country that holds strongly to the ideal of separation between church and state. At the same time, religion plays a highly influential role in politics, nationalism, popular culture, and ethnic relations in American society. In this course, we explore this unique tension between secular ideals and religious values, using social scientific theories to explore how religion is defined and expressed in the American cultural context. 3 credits.

A general survey of the biological, social, and cultural development of humankind, with emphasis upon human evolution and race formation, and the major social, economic, political, religious, technological, and linguistic systems.

Techniques and trends in architecture, sculpture, and painting as related to the history of art from prehistoric times through the Gothic period. Lectures, text, slides, and discussion. Possible museum trip.

Studies In art history not offered in the general program, but pertinent to a specific period involving a special interest, or of particular importance because or current societal norms. Examples might be: Islamic Art, The Art of China and Japan, Art of Ancient Mesoamerica, Art of Latin America, African-American Art, Postmodern Theories of Art History. Prerequisite: Art 105 or 106, or permission of the Instructor. 3 Credits

This course is designed for non-art majors. Utilizing the digital camera and related computer imaging software, students will learn the basics of photographic technique and explore how to visualize the 3-dimensional world as a 2-dimensional photographic image.

Fundamentals of 3-D design. Exercises and conceptual problems in space, form, structure and texture as applied to 3-dimensional organization. This studio course is designed for both the non-art and art majors.

This course introduces making photographic images of landscape, portraiture, narrative, and documentary subjects. Course provides technical information on camera functionality, composition and visual design, digital workflow and editing, enhancing and manipulating images, and effective printing and display techniques. The historic and contemporary practice of photography are also covered. Prerequisites: ENG 101 or ARTXXX, or permission of instructor. 3.0 credit

Data visualization is more than graphs: it is visual storytelling. This course focuses on artistic visual representation and the power of narrative and presentation. Other considerations include audience, visual design and hierarchy, and engagement of the viewer. Prereq(s): CIS 352 or DSC 552 or permission of instructor Credits: 3

This is a beginning course in American Sign Language (ASL). It will include extensive study of receptive and expressive use of ASL, as well as an introductory discussion of Deaf culture and history. Course content covers basic principles in the use of sign, sign vocabulary, and aspects of the grammar of ASL. In addition to class sessions, students will use written materials and other media outside of class, including DVDs. Cr 4.

This class provides students with an understanding of the history and culture of Deaf people in the United States. Students will learn about the history of Deaf and Hard of Hearing people and how the culture has progressed since the 1800¿s. The course will cover the debates in deaf culture, as well explore foundational questions about deaf lives, communities, identity, and power. Prerequisites: ASL 101 or ASL 102 or POI Corequisites: ASL 101 or ASL 102 or POI Credits: 3

This course will examine the history of aviation, including the milestones in the history of flight and the events that have influenced modem aviation internationally from 1783-present. Historical evidence, such as artifacts and recorded documents, will be examined to document the role aviation has played in world events. The course will explore the political, economic, social, scientific and cultural impacts of aviation. Prerequisite: ENG 101. 3 Credits (Cross-listed with HTY 120)

This course exposes the student to the extent of knowledge and skill required to be a successful pilot in command. The student will be expected to successfully complete a variety of tasks to include rote memorization of Checklist Memory Items and application of these items to aircraft malfunctions; plus display a working knowledge of aircraft systems and associated abnormal operations and indications such that each proposed problem will result in the students accurate analysis and lead to a safe conclusion for the flight. Credit Hours: 3

This course presents the theory of meteorology for those intending to make aviation or aviation forecasting a career. Weather concepts are explored and explained in context of the weather reporting and forecasting and their applications to aviation. This is more than a weather theory class as the materiel presented aids the student in putting the theory into practice. Prerequisite - AVI 150 or permission of the instructor. 1 CR

An introduction to aviation law covering foundations of US legal system- civil and criminal, constitutional law, federal laws and regulations and international law and treaties dealing with aircraft, air carriers, aircraft operators, airports and airport disasters. 3 cr. Prerequisite: AVI241, AVI244A and AVI244B

This course is a study of the human factor in aviation. Human factor issues present the largest threat to safe operation of aircraft; current studies provide investigation into how aircrew can make the difference in aircraft safety. Included in this course are these studies, as well as new trends in arrangement of flight decks for multi-crew aircraft, general aviation updates for single pilot aircraft, and special attention given to crew resource management and team dynamics. 3 credits. Prerequisite: AVI 141 and 144A and 144B

This course focuses on the principles and regulatory practices of commercial aviation safety in the United States and worldwide community in the twenty-first century. The course includes regulatory information on CIAO and Safety Management Systems that is essential to the practicing aviation safety professional. 3 credits Prerequisite: AVI 120, AVI 341, AVI 344A and AVI 344B

Presents the biology of human nutrition principles including study of the digestive system, metabolism, nutrients and nutrient needs through the life cycle, and the relationship between diet and health. Prerequisite: ENG100 and MAT9 or appropriate scores on the UMA Placement Tests.

This course explores the interaction of biotic and abiotic components in functioning ecosystems. It will examine topics in population distribution and dynamics, major terrestrial and aquatic habitats, community interactions such as competition and predation, nutrient cycling and energy flow through ecosystems. (3 CR)

This course will examine the physiological basis of diseases including the related cellular dysfunction, the resulting tissue, organ, and system damage and interactions between the damaged organ and other systems. The course will also consider the body's defense systems, compensation mechanisms, and the rationale for treatment. Prerequisite: BIO 210 and BIO 321 (may be concurrent)

This course focuses on the fundamental aspects of bioinformatics. Students will curate data from publicly available databases and perform complex analyses with publicly-available and proprietary bioinformatics tools. Topics to be discussed include molecular data retrieval, sequence alignment, BLAST, primer design for PCR, molecular phylogenetics, conserved synteny, CRISPR, miRNA target prediction, workflow, "big data" analyses, and the ethical, legal, and social implications of translational bioinformatics research. Credit hours: 4 credits Prerequisites: BIO 320

An introductory course exploring basic accounting concepts, processes and financial statements, as well as a survey of accounting specializations including but not limited to financial, managerial, taxation, non-profit, governmental, auditing, forensics, fraud and information systems. 3 CR Prerequisite: MAT 030 or permission of instructor.

This is the second course providing an in-depth study of accounting theory and practice in the preparation, interpretation, communication, and analysis of financial statements. Emphasis is on understanding Generally Accepted Accounting Principles as well as the analysis of financial information in making business decisions. Topics are focused on liabilities, equity and income statement analysis. Prerequisite: BUA 201

This course provides a thorough presentation of the consumer credit function. Topics include the consumer installment credit market, regulation of consumer credit, the lending process, loan pricing, collections, and management of the consumer credit function. The purpose is to provide the student with a thorough understanding of the consumer credit function and its significance within the scope of the banking organization.

An examination of fundamental legal concepts and their application to the business community. Among the topics discussed are the evolution of law and its underlying conceptual framework from which legal rules and principles of business develop. Selected legal cases will be critically analyzed and discussed.

This course introduces students to ethical theory by way of specific ethical debates from the field of business. The ethics of downsizing, globalization, drug testing, advertising, and whistleblowing, among other topics, will be discussed. These debates will illuminate some of the theoretical principles that we use to evaluate right and wrong. We will examine the shortcomings and advantages of each theory, as well as critically examine the basis of business. Students will acquire an understanding of these philosophical approaches to ethics and develop their dialectical and critical thinking skills. Prerequisite: ENG101.

A capstone course designed to integrate the course work in the business administration associate's degree management option. Special emphasis will be placed on small business management principles. Students will research and write a business plan tailored to their interests. This course qualifies as a small business elective. Prerequisite: BUA 211 and BUA 223

This course focuses on understanding financial statements at an advanced level with an emphasis on the Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Statement of Cash Flows and Statement of Shareholder Equity. The course also incorporates aspects of the stock and bond markets to further the student's understanding of how investors and others use financial statements to make financial decisions. (3 Credit Hours) Pre-Requisite BUA101 and BUA211 or BUA357

The use of data to reach business financial decisions. The concepts of projecting data for decision purposes is emphasized. Short- and long-term sources of financing, ratio analysis, leverage, break-even, capital budgeting, working-capital management, investments and dividend policy all are examined. Prerequisite: ECO 201 or 202 and BUA 211, or permission of the instructor.

(This course is cross listed with POS 362.) The labor-management systems of the private and public sectors are surveyed from the interdisciplinary perspective of modern industrial relations by analyzing three aspects. The nature and characteristics of labor-management relation are considered from such perspectives as the structural, historical, international, legal, psychological, and economic. Contract administration process and such issues as wages, economic supplements, institutional rights, and administrative rules. The two aspects are applied in a simulated collective bargaining exercise. Designed for students interested in labor-management relations in business, educational engineering, food service, government, health service, and social welfare organizations. Prerequisite: BUA/JUS/POS 223

This course is an introduction to the principles of marketing. Strategy and planning considerations are covered. Emphasis is on buyer behavior, the employment of the marketing mix to successfully reach that buyer, and the environment of marketing. Attention is paid to the goods, service, and not-for-profit sectors. Care is taken to address both similarities and differences among the sectors. This course makes use of numerous illustrations and examples. Prerequisite: PSY 100. It is recommended that ENG 101 be taken prior to or concurrently with this course.

Fraud examination will cover the principles and methodology of fraud detection and deterrence. The course includes such topics as fraud prevention, fraud detection, fraud investigation, management fraud, and other types of fraud. Prerequisites: BUA 101 and BUA 211 or permission of instructor.

An examination and analysis of the international business environment. Topics covered include international trade, legal and regulatory framework, strategic planning for the international business, international management and international marketing. Prerequisite: BUA/JUS/POS223, BUA369, ECO201, ECO202, BUA357.

This course is the capstone course for graduating business administration students. This challenging course focuses on how firms formulate, implement, and evaluate strategies. Strategic management concepts and techniques are studied. Students use all the knowledge acquired from prior business courses, coupled with new strategic management techniques learned, to chart the future direction of different organizations. The major responsibility of students in this course is to make objective strategic decisions and to justify them through oral and written communication. Student must earn a minimum letter grade of C (not C-). Prerequisite: BUA 357, BUA 369 and senior standing.

A course that considers the basic principles and concepts of chemistry. Laboratory exercises introduce the student to basic laboratory techniques and illustrate the concepts introduced in lecture. This course is designed as an elective for non-science majors or as an introductory course for those who have not studied chemistry and plan to take other science courses. Co/Prerequisite: MAT 030, 4 CR

This course presents computing concepts and technology and introduces students to productivity applications used in the workplace, such as e-mail, the Internet, word-processing, spreadsheets, forms, and presentation graphics utilizing the free Google office suite. Students acquire skills by means of intensive, hands-on work at home or in a computer laboratory. This course may not be applied toward the CIS or Cybersecurity degree.

This introductory course in computer literacy provides students with the foundational skills needed to navigate and utilize modern technology for academic, professional, and personal tasks. The course covers common productivity software, digital communication, problem-solving using technology, cybersecurity principles, data analysis, and ethical considerations in computing. Students will gain practical experience with word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, cloud collaboration, secure communication, and online research. The course also explores the evolution of technology, artificial intelligence, and ethical concerns surrounding data collection and processing. By the end of the course, students will be proficient in using digital tools effectively and securely in a connected world. 3 cr.

This course offers students an introduction to techniques related to the storage and manipulation of data within a computing environment. The course focuses on the key concepts of problem-solving by algorithmic thinking, object-orientation, recursion, and the implementation and manipulation of data collections. The course will be taught using the Python programming language. 3cr

Data science is the newest trend in the modem world and a signal of a shift in science as we are immersed in the computing age. Data science teaches us how to think from the lens of data and apply the scientific method through data. This survey course is designed to give students a sweeping perspective of the elements of data science and how that field impacts the modem world and will continue to impact the future. 3Cr