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Summer 2008 Credit Course Information

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JAM 200  Not Your Gramma's Locket!: Jewelry and Metalsmithing (3)
MAYmester
MTWThF 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Fee $115.
Sec. M500 Class # 71739 Hawke-Ramin

Introduction to jewelry and metalsmithing. Tools and techniques; layout of design on metal; fabricating; cutting; annealing; soldering; roll printing the hydraulic press; simple chain and hinge making. Design and create a locket or vessel; can incorporate alternative materials. No previous experience necessary.

JAM 500 Not Your Gramma's Locket!: Jewelry and Metalsmithing (3)
MAYmester
MTWThF 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Fee $115.
Sec. M500 Class # 71740 Hawke-Ramin

Introduction to jewelry and metalsmithing. Tools and techniques; layout of design on metal; fabricating; cutting; annealing; soldering; roll printing the hydraulic press; simple chain and hinge making. Design and create a locket or vessel; can incorporate alternative materials. No previous experience necessary.


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[No K prefix classes are currently scheduled for Summer 2008.]


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LGL 201 Introduction to Legal Systems and Legal Ethics (3)
MEETS MAY 12-AUGUST 8
W 6-9:10 p.m.
Sec. U050 Class # 71255 Bowler/Grobosky

Examine definitions and sources of law and organization of judicial system. Representative substantive areas of law covered to develop case analysis, legal thinking, and writing. Codes of professional ethics for lawyers and non- lawyers also explored.

LGL 205 Law Office Technology (3)
MEETS MAY 12-AUGUST 8
M 6-9:20 p.m. 
Sec. U050 Class # 71257 Ewing/Pratt

Integration of technology in the legal setting, including hardware and software considerations, document management, law office information management, computer assisted legal research, and the Internet. Criteria and methods for evaluating technological options. Prerequisite: LGL 201, 202.

LGL 304 Contracts and Commercial Law (3)
MEETS MAY 12-AUGUST 8
T 6-9:10 p.m.
Sec. U050 Class # 71256 Leasure

Contract formation, offer and acceptance, capacity, and consideration. Common law contracts, sales contracts (Article 2, Uniform Commercial Code), negotiable instruments (Article 3, Uniform Commercial Code), promissory notes, drafts, checks, certificates of deposit, and dynamics of commercial transactions are examined.

LGL 306 Family Law and Domestic Relations
MEETS VIA INTERNET MAY 12-AUGUST 8
Sec. U800 Class #72019 Cantone

The laws of divorce, separation, and annulment are followed by a study of custody, visitation, and support. Procedural aspects in both Family Court and Supreme Court. Prerequisite: LGL 201.

LGL 402 Estates, Wills and Trusts (3)
MEETS MAY 12-AUGUST 8
Th 6-9:10 p.m. 
Sec. U050 Class # 71261 Haynes

Intestate distribution, the legal requirements of a valid will, the use of trusts, and probate proceedings. Principles of estate administration, accounting, recordkeeping, estate income, and estate taxes are also covered. Prerequisite: LGL 201.

LPP 255 Introduction to the Legal System (3)
MAYmester            
MTWThF 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 
Sec. M500 Class # 71843 Paquette

The legal system and public policy issues emphasizing the impact of the legal environment on management decision making. Includes ethics and international topics. Development of analytical and communication skills. Prerequisite: sophomore standing.


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MAE 251 Thermodynamics (4)
COMBINED SESSION
MW  10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Sec. M001 Class # 70656 Carranti

Basic concepts in engineering thermodynamics. Thermodynamic properties of solids, liquids, and gases. First and second laws of thermodynamics. Reversible and irreversible processes. Entropy equation. Energy analysis of basic cycles. Prerequisite: PHY 211.

MAR 400 Sales & Strategic Partnerships (3)
MAYmester           
MTWThF 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Sec. M500 Class # 71015 Nicholson/Wimer

Applications of sales theory, concepts, training and technology in the fields of professional personal selling and sales management. Prerequisite: RCS 171/RMT 301 or MAR 225; instructor consent.

MAS 362 Decision Tools for Management (3)
SESSION I
MTWTh  10-11:45 a.m.
Sec. M001 Class # 70994 Staff

Review of important statistical concepts. Mathematical models for management data emphasizing correct use and interpretation of results. Linear and logistic regression. Time series analysis. Model assumptions and limitations. Prerequisite: MAT 183, 284; MAS 261 or equivalent.

MAT

121 Probability and Statistics for the Liberal Arts I (3)

 

SESSION I

 

MTWTh 8-9:45 a.m.

 

Sec. M001 Class # 70394 Staff

 

SESSION I

 

MTWTh Noon-1:45 p.m.

 

Sec. M002 Class # 70395 Staff

First in a two-course sequence. Teaches probability and statistics by focusing on data and reasoning. Includes displaying data, probability models and distributions. NOTE: A student cannot receive credit for MAT 121 after completing STT 101 or any MAT course numbered above 180 with a grade of C or better. Any calculator with a square root key is adequate.

MAT

122 Probability and Statistics for the Liberal Arts II (3)

 

SESSION II

 

MTWTh 8-9:45 a.m.

 

Sec. M001 Class # 70053 Staff

 

SESSION II

 

MTWTh 8-9:45 a.m. Contingent upon sufficient enrollment.

 

Sec. M002 Class # 72183 Staff

Second in a two-course sequence. Teaches probability and statistics focusing on data and reasoning. Includes displaying data, probability models, and distributions. NOTE: A student cannot receive credit for MAT 122 after completing any MAT course numbered above 180 with a grade of C or better. Any calculator with a square root key is adequate. Prerequisite: MAT 121.

MAT

183 Elements of Modern Mathemathetics (3)

 

SESSION I

 

MTWTh 2-3:45 p.m.

 

Sec. M001 Class # 70323 Staff

 

SESSION II

 

MTWTh Noon-1:45 p.m.

 

Sec. M002 Class # 70324 Staff

Linear equations, matrices, and linear programming. Introduction to mathematics of finance. Discrete probability theory. For students interested in management, finance, economics, or related areas. TI-84 or TI-83 calculator is required.

MAT 221 Elementary Probability and Statistics I (3)
SESSION II
MTWTh 10-11:45 a.m.
Sec. M001 Class # 71907 Staff

First of a two-course sequence. For students in fields that emphasize quantitative methods. Probability, design of experiments, sampling theory, introduction of computers for data management, evaluation of models, and estimation of parameters. Credit not given for both MAT 221 and MAT 321. TI-84 or TI-83 calculator is recommended.

MAT

284 Business Calculus (3)

 

SESSION I

 

MTWTh Noon-1:45 p.m.

 

Sec. M001 Class # 70325 Staff

 

SESSION II

 

MTWTh 2-3:45 p.m.

 

Sec. M002 Class # 70326 Staff

One-variable differential and integral calculus. Applications to business and economics. MAT 284 may not be taken for credit after successful completion of MAT 285 or MAT 295. TI-84 or TI-83 calculator is required. Prerequisite: MAT 183.

MAT 286  Life Sciences Calculus II (3)
SESSION I
MTWTh 10-11:45 a.m.
Sec. M001 Class # 70397 Staff

Antidifferentiation; the definite integral and applications; first order differential equations with applications. Cannot be taken for credit after successfully completing MAT 296. TI-84 or TI-83 calculator is required. Prerequisite: MAT 285.

MAT

295 Calculus I (4)

 

SESSION I

 

MTWThF Noon-1:55 p.m.

 

Sec. M001 Class # 70327 Staff

 

SESSION II

 

MTWThF Noon-1:55 p.m.

 

Sec. M002 Class # 70328 Staff

Analytic geometry, limits, derivatives, maxima-minima, related rates, graphs, differentials, exponential and logarithmic functions, mean-value theorem, integration. For science majors. MAT 295 may not be taken for credit after successful completion of MAT 286. TI-84 or TI-83 calculator is recommended. On exams and quizzes where calculator is permitted, any graphics calculator may be used, but calculators with a symbolic calculus capability, such as the TI-89 or TI-92, are forbidden. Prerequisite: C- or better in MAT 194 or equivalent.

MAT

296 Calculus II (4)

 

SESSION I

 

MTWThF Noon-1:55 p.m.

 

Sec. M001 Class # 70329 Staff

 

SESSION II

 

MTWThF Noon-1:55 p.m.

 

Sec. M002 Class # 70330 Staff

Integration: the definite integral and applications; trigonometric functions, methods of integration, improper integrals, L’Hospital’s rule, infinite series, elementary differential equations, parametric equations, polar coordinates. TI-84 or TI-83 calculator is recommended. On exams and quizzes where calculator is permitted, any graphics calculator may be used, but calculators with a symbolic calculus capability, such as the TI-89 or TI-92, are forbidden. Prerequisite: C- or better in MAT 295 or equivalent.

MAT 331 First Course in Linear Algebra  (3)
SESSION II
MTWTh 2-3:45 p.m.
Sec. M001  Class # 70396 Staff

Linear equations, n-dimensional euclidean space, linear transformations, matrices and determinants. Geometric aspects. Credit will not be given for both MAT 331 and 485. Prerequisite: MAT 286 or 296.

MAT 397 Calculus III (4)
SESSION II
MTWThF 10-11:55 a.m.
Sec. M001 Class # 71713 Staff

Analytic geometry and vectors; functions of more than one variable, multiple integrals, partial differentiation, physical  applications. TI-84 or TI-83 calculator is recommended. On exams and quizzes where calculator is permitted, any graphics calculator may be used, but calculators with a symbolic calculus capability, such as the TI-89 or TI-92, are forbidden. Prerequisite: C- or better in MAT 296 or equivalent.

MAT

514 Introduction to Ordinary Differential Equations (3)

 

SESSION I

 

MTWTh  10-11:45 a.m.

 

Sec. M002 Class # 71710 Staff

 

SESSION I

 

MTWTh  4-5:45 p.m. CANCELED

 

Sec. M003 Class # 72184 Staff

First order differential equations. Second order linear differential equations. Power series solutions. Bessel’s equations, Laplace transforms. Systems of first order differential equations. Applications. Credit will not be given for both MAT 514 and MAT 485. Prerequisite: 12 credits of calculus or equivalent.

MAT

521 Probability and Statistics (3)

 

SESSION I

 

MTWTh  4-5:45 p.m.

 

Sec. M001 Class # 70332 Staff

 

SESSION I

 

MTWTh  4-5:45 p.m. Contingent upon sufficient enrollment.

 

Sec. M002 Class # 72185 Staff

Algebra of sets. Probability in finite samples spaces. Binomial and multinomial coefficients. Random variables.  Expected value and standard deviation. Density functions.  Statistical applications. Prerequisite: 12 credits of calculus.

MAT 531  Second Course in Linear Algebra (3)
SESSION I
MTWTh 3-5:15 p.m.
Sec. M001 Class # 71711 Staff

Abstract vector spaces and inner product spaces, linear transformations and linear operators, eigenvalues and diagonalization. Primarily for mathematics majors. Prerequisite: MAT 275 or CIS 275, and MAT 331.

MAT 541 Introduction to Number Theory  (3)
SESSION II
MTWTh  10-11:45 a.m.
Sec. M001 Class # 71714 Staff

Prime numbers, greatest common divisors, congruences. Euler’s function, Fermat’s theorem, primitive roots, indices, quadratic residues, Legendre and Jacobi symbols, and the quadratic reciprocity law. Prerequisite: MAT 275 or CIS 275, and MAT 331 or instructor consent.

MFE 548 Engineering Economics and Project Evaluation (3)
MAYmester
MTWThF 4-8 p.m.
Sec. M500  Class # 70652 Roy

Financial environment: cost accounting, capital sources. Time based economic analysis techniques: equivalent worth, rate of return. Estimation: project parameters, inflation, taxes. Decision models: multiattribute, uncertainty. Project management techniques.

MFE

600 Enterprise Systems (3)

 

MAYmester

 

MTWThF 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Meets 5/12-16.

 

Sec. M550 Class # 70659 Moon

 

MAYmester

 

MTWThF 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Meets 5/19-23

 

Sec. M551 Class # 72162 Moon

Issues in planning, constructing and operating an Enterprise System. The ERP system--a de facto solution for an enterprise information backbone in industry-is considered a foundation for an effective Enterprise System. SAP's ERP and supply chain system (APO) are chosen to illustrate current industrial practices. Technologies and implementation issues surrounding SAP's ERP and APO systems. Also supply chain management, extended enterprises, and web services. SAP ERP configuration, e-Business simulation and supply chain design exercises introduce basic functionalities of Enterprise Systems and build working knowledge and skills necessary in the configuration of an enterprise information system.

MFT 567 Sexual Issues for the Helping Professional (3)
SESSION I
TTh  3:30-6:30 p.m. 
Sec. M001 Class # 71876 Fanelli

Sexual abuse, sexual assault, sexual dysfunction, sex and disability, and nontraditional sexual relationships. Introduction to educational and therapeutic intervention. Prerequisite: open only to seniors and graduate students.

MFT 600 Marital & Couples Therapy (3)
SESSION II
MW Noon-3:45 p.m.
Sec. M002  Class # 71874 Watson

Theoretical and practical foundations for the practice of marital and couple therapy. Using a systemic perspective, students explore the development of marital therapy and a variety of theoretical models and techniques for assessing and treating couple problems.

MFT 600 Play Therapy with Children & Families (3)
SESSION I
TTh  10 a.m.-1:45 p.m.
Sec. M001 Class # 71873 deLara

Examines the diagnosis and psychotherapeutic treatment of children and families through play therapy. Working with children in crisis, such as loss, abuse, and illness, is a particular focus. Objectives include: understanding the theory and practice of play therapy with children and families; developing skills for play therapy interventions with children and families in crisis; and identifying the types of crisis experienced by children and families and how crisis can be assessed and treated by play therapy.

MFT 641 Divorce Mediation  (3)
SESSION I
MTWThF 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Meets 6/2-6.
Sec. M750  Class # 71875 Watson

Basic theory and skills of divorce mediation. Includes introduction to conflict resolution theory, divorce law, financial planning, custody issues, and marital and family dynamics related to divorce.

MFT 683 Assessment in Marriage and Family Therapy (3)
MAYmester
MTWThF 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 
Sec. M500  Class # 71896 Sandberg

Individual, couple, and family assessment utilizing a family systems perspective. Prerequisite: Marriage and Family Therapy students only.

MHL 500 The Music of Radiohead (3)
MAYmester
MTWThF  Noon-4 p.m.
Sec. M500  Class # 71528 Ethington

An exploration of the music of one of the most influential rock bands of the past decade.  The course will feature an in-depth study of Radiohead¹s music, as well as the historical and cultural influences surrounding it.

MHL 500 History of Wind Band Literature (3)
MAYmester
MTWThF  6-10 p.m. CANCELED
Sec. M501 Class # 71810 Ethington

Survey of wind band repertoire of the past 400 years. Emphasis on historical trends, genre and instrumentation, national schools and the concurrent development of music for chamber winds and symphonic bands.

MHL 500 Orchestral Repertoire (2)
SESSION I
TTh Noon-3:30 p.m. CANCELED
Sec. M001  Class # 71811 Tapia

Repertoire specific to middle school and high school educators/conductors. Repertoire IS the curriculum for any ensemble. Topics include the repertoire needs of educators, determining the proper sequence of repertoire, the proper selection of grade/level for a particular ensemble, publisher information, composer information, and available resources for repertoire selection.

MHL 500  Introduction to Opera (3)
SESSION II
MW Noon-3:30 p.m.
Sec. M002 Class # 71408 Downing

Just over four hundred years ago, some Italian progressives got together to try to revive the ancient Greek practice of singing dramas. Who knew that their first efforts would result in one of the world’s pre-eminent art forms? This introductory course traces the history of opera through recorded performances ofseveral works in the principal styles. No musical background is necessary.

MHL 566  Homeward Bound: A Survey of American Music (3)
SESSION I
MW  Noon-3:45 p.m. CANCELED
Sec. M700 Class # 71812 Waggoner

Intensive focus on a composer, genre or stylistic development, to be chosen by the instructor. Emphasis on analytical understanding, aesthetic issues and interdisciplinary context.

MIS 325  Introduction to Information Systems Managers (3)
SESSION I
MW  6-9:30 p.m. CANCELED
Sec. M001 Class # 71013 Wademan

Management and effective use of information systems and e-business technologies to improve business decision-making, conduct electronic commerce, revitalize business processes, and gain competitive advantage.

MTC 566 Homeward Bound: A Survey of American Music (3)
SESSION I
MW  Noon-3:45 p.m. CANCELED
Sec. M700  Class # 71814 Waggoner

Intensive focus on a composer, genre or stylistic development, to be chosen by the instructor. Emphasis on analytical understanding, aesthetic issues and interdisciplinary context.

MTD 600 Empowering Students for Geometry and Communication within the New York State Mathematics Curriculum (Grades 7-12)  (3)                     
SESSION II
MTWTh  8 a.m.-6 p.m.  Meets 6/30-7/3.
Sec. M050 Class # 71809 Masingila

Focus on the big ideas of geometry (e.g., shape, transformation, location, visualization) contained in the grades 7-12 curriculum to develop participants' conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and problem solving abilities, and readiness to develop these in their students. Concurrent focus on mathematical communication to develop understanding and use of strategies for supporting students' reading, writing, listening, and speaking mathematically.

MTD 700 Teaching and Learning in Mathematics Grades K-4 (3)
SESSION II
MTWThF 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Meets 8/11-15. Contingent upon sufficient enrollment.
Sec. M750 Class # 71900 Currin/Tinto

Development of algebraic thinking central to the teaching and learning of mathematics in grades K-4. Mathematics content and teaching strategies.

MTD 700 Teaching and Learning in Mathematics Grades 5-8 (3)
SESSION II
MTWThF 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Meets 8/11-15. Contingent upon sufficient enrollment.
Sec. M751 Class # 71902 Sellmeyer

Development of algebraic thinking central to the teaching and learning of mathematics in grades 5-8. Mathematics content and teaching strategies.

MUE

310 Field Experience in Music Education (1-2)

 

MAYmester

 

TBA

 

Sec. M500 Class # 71393 Coggiola

 

SESSION I

 

TBA

 

Sec. M050 Class # 72568 Coggiola

Orientation to school settings: organization, services, guidance, goals, evaluation. Observations and supervised teaching experiences in music at elementary/secondary levels. Experiences coordinated with music education courses in sophomore/junior years and graduate teacher preparation program.

MUE 600 Assessment in the Music Classroom (1)
MAYmester
TBA
Sec. M500  Class # 71799 Coggiola

Examines a diverse selection of assessment methods for student learning within music education settings. Strategies for future instruction planning; instructional adaptations based on data gathered through teacher-created assessment tools.

MUE 600 Introduction to Orff Schulwerk (1)
SESSION II
MTWThF 8:30-3:30 p.m.  Meets 8/4-8. CANCELED
Sec. M700 Class # 71851 Suarez

Introductory workshop focusing on teaching student-centered activities that engage all learners through music and movement education. Participants sing, dance, move, improvise, and compose while learning how to facilitate the instructional process in their own classrooms.

MUE 600 Introduction to Orff Schulwerk (1)
SESSION II
MTWThF 8:30-3:30 p.m.  Meets 8/4-8..
Sec. M750 Class # 71998 Rodriguez

Introductory workshop focusing on teaching student-centered activities that engage all learners through music and movement education. Participants sing, dance, move, improvise, and compose while learning how to facilitate the instructional process in their own classrooms.

MUE 600  World Music and the Interdisciplinary Curriculum  (3)
SESSION I
MW 4:30-8:15 p.m.
Sec. M701 Class # 71465 Dekaney

Examination of historical and social perspectives of world music in diverse cultural contexts.  Strategies for all teachers to develop and facilitate interdisciplinary curricula featuring music from around the world.  Survey of materials and resources for authentic performance practices.

MUE 610  Field Experience in Music Education (1-2)
MAYmester
TBA 
Sec. M500 Class # 71396 Coggiola

Orientation to school settings: organization, services, guidance, goals, evaluation. Observations and supervised teaching experiences in music at elementary/secondary levels. Experiences coordinated with music education courses in sophomore/junior years and graduate teacher preparation program. Additional work required of graduate students.

MUE 614 General Music in the Inclusive Classroom  (3)
MAYmester
MTWThF 4-7:45 p.m.
Sec. M500 Class # 71800 Suarez

Adaptive strategies and resources to teach general music in classrooms that include special learners.  Designed to aid the music, regular, and special education teacher in developing music activities to incorporate students with special needs.

MUE  616  Psychological and Sociological Aspects of Music (3)
SESSION I
TTh 6-9:30 p.m.
Sec. M001 Class # 71399 Coggiola

Introduction to acoustics, the ear and hearing, musical systems, and psychosociophysiological processes involved  in musical behavior. Graduate standing. Open to all music majors; non-music majors with instructor consent.

MUI 307 Music, Performance and the Media (3)
MAYmester
MTWThF 2-6 p.m.  CANCELED
Sec. M500  Class # 71405 Abbott

Practical and philosophical aspects of music in audiovisual media. Roles, functions, and responsibilities involved in media production. Performing experience on radio, T.V., and/or recordings in workshop setting. Prerequisite: for non-music majors: instructor consent.

MUI 400 The Independent Music Marketplace (3)
SESSION II
TTh Noon-3:30 p.m.
Sec. M001 Class # 71815 Di Cosimo

A study of the current trends for the independent artist using digital technology tools for recording music, the global internet for distribution, market research, marketing and promotions, music licensing, and publishing, as well as the use of social networking sites to build an online presence.

MUS 500 Museums and Contemporary Practice: Washington, D.C. (3)
MAYmester
TWThFSaSu 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sec. M550  Class # 71363 Aiken

Drawing on the rich resources of the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, this course will explore current administrative practices within museums with special emphasis on such key areas as audiences, collections, education, exhibitions, income generation, information management, marketing, mission, and research.  Specific course content will be built around presentations made by museum professionals. The course has been designed for highly motivated college and university seniors and graduate students with a substantial interest in museums.  There will be field visits, readings and a substantial paper. Costs associated with transportation, museum entrance fees and meals will be each student’s responsibility. Students must make their own housing arrangements.  Prerequisite: instructor consent.

MUS

750 Advanced Problems in Museum Studies (1-6)

 

SESSION I

 

TBA

 

Sec. M001 Class # 71361 Aiken

 

SESSION II

 

TBA

 

Sec. M002 Class # 71775 Aiken

Individual projects of substantial complexity addressing specific problems in the field. Prerequisite: instructor consent.

 

2008 Summer Session Dates

Most summer classes meet during the session dates listed below. Exceptions are noted with specific dates in the individual course information.

MAYmester: May 12-23

Session 1: May 19-June 27

Session 2: June 30-August 8

Combined Session:
May 19-August 8


More information is available about the MAYmester session and Online formats by clicking on those times or terms in the course listings to the left.