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Course Descriptions
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INR 3701 - INDUSTRIAL MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)
This course is designed to study basic mathematics as applied to industry.
The student will become acquainted with varying industrial problems:
addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of linear measurements.
INR 3713 - APPLIED ECONOMICS (3 hrs)
This course is designed to equip the student with the tools needed to
understand and succeed in the financial world. The topics covered are
supply/demand, types of economies, pricing, interest rates (loans, credit
cards, mortgages), investing (IRA, Mutual Funds, 401K, etc.), and joining
the labor market (resumes, cover letters, interviews). Current news items
are discussed to see how they affect our topics. Internet research and
CNBC/Bloomberg are used to punctuate the learning measurements as it
relates to our industrial society.
INR 3716 - TECHNICAL MATHEMATICS (3 hrs)
This course is designed to prepare the student for dealing with the problems
of industry. It will briefly review basic arithmetic and then move on
to application problems (word problems) taken from various industrial
disciplines. The focus will be on manipulating weights, measurements,
and formulas from basic math through an introduction to Algebra, Geometry,
and Trigonometry. Prerequisites: College Pre-Algebra Math or satisfactory
course placement assessment score
INR 3717 - BLUEPRINT READING (3 hrs)
A course designed to study the basics of blueprint drawings and to practice
obtaining desired information from blueprints. Includes types of drawings,
lines, dimensions, tolerances, specifications and sketching techniques.
INR 3760 - INDUSTRIAL MATERIALS (3 hrs)
The objective is to give the student an introduction
to the various materials and processes used in modern industry. The structure
and properties of steel, aluminum, ceramics, and polymers will be explored.
The methods of machining, joining, assembling and manipulating these
materials will be demonstrated within class labs. Outside research will
reinforce the information presented in the class. Back
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JOU 2411 - MASS MEDIA AND SOCIETY (3 hrs)
This course is intended for both journalism majors and students who are
taking the class as an elective. The class studies various media for
communicating information, entertainment, and persuasion. Overviews
are provided for newspapers, magazines, radio, television, internet,
trade publications, sound recording, advertising, and public relations.
JOU 2412 - NEWS REPORTING (3 hrs)
This course emphasizes the fundamental principles of gathering and writing
news. Special emphasis is placed on accuracy and style. As part of the
course requirements, class members may gather and prepare copy for the
college’s student newspaper, The Cowley Press, in addition to regular
class requirements.
JOU 2413 – VIOLENCE IN THE MEDIA (1 hr)
This multidisciplinary course is designed for students who wish to develop
academic and practical abilities to effectively function in a trauma
or disaster. This course is designed primarily for those deciding whether
to enter the field of journalism (broadcast, web, or print) where they
may come in contact with a traumatic situation. Students from other disciplines
(Allied Health, communications, and theatre) will enroll in a similar
class that addresses their roles. A capstone-simulated disaster for all
students (journalism, communications, theatre, and EMS) will be conducted
followed by a debriefing session.
JOU 2430 – DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY (3 hrs)
This multidisciplinary course is designed for students who wish to develop
artistic, media career or hobby-level skills in photography. Through
lecture, hands-on experience, readings, and research students learn the
science and art of modern photography.
JOU 2450-2453 - JOURNALISM INTERNSHIP (1 hr)
This course is designed to give the student practical training in areas
that cannot be provided by working on the college publication staffs.
Although the instructor will assist in making initial contact with media,
the student is responsible for obtaining and maintaining employment for
45 clock hours during the semester. A maximum of four semester hours
may be presented toward graduation. Prerequisite: JOU 2411
JOU 2460-2463 - NEWSPAPER PRODUCTION (2 hrs)
Class members serve on the staff of the college’s student newspaper,
The Cowley Press. The course is based on individual student needs in
journalism. Class includes sessions on newspaper writing, editing, design,
and photography. A maximum of eight semester hours may be earned in this
course, two hours for each semester the student is enrolled.
JOU 2480 – TRAVEL FOR EXPERIENCE (1 hr)
Traveling to other countries or within the United States will give you
the opportunity to explore the world around you. Learn about other cultures
and ideas and expand your understanding of the job of the media in the
international setting. Back
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LED 1448- INTRODUCTION TO LEADERSHIP
(3 hrs)
The purpose of this course is to provide students with a fundamental
knowledge of leadership and leadership styles. This is an introductory
course into the leadership realm, and will provide students with
a sound working knowledge of leadership principles. Upon completion
of the course, the student will be able to apply basic leadership
principles in daily organizational and personal settings, assess
different leadership styles, justify their personal style choice,
and compare and contrast leadership and management.
LED 1449- ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP (3 hrs)
The purpose of this course is to provide the student with a clear understanding
of the importance of human behavior within the organization, as well
as differences between leadership and management at the organizational
level. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to implement
effective leadership and managerial styles to ensure organizational
and personal effectiveness.
LED 1450- HUMAN RELATIONS IN ORGANIZATIONS (3 hrs)
The purpose of this course is to provide the learner with an understanding
of the principles of effective interpersonal relationships within the
organizational setting. Participants will focus on the importance of
healthy relationships between leaders, followers, customers, and clients.
Upon completion of the course, the student will have the knowledge
and tools necessary to build effective and healthy relationships within
an organization.
LED 1451- FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT (3 hrs)
This course is designed to help the student increase his/her knowledge
in utilizing financial management as a leadership tool. The course
covers the scope and environment of financial management, the valuation
of financial assets, investment in long-term assets, capital structure
and working-capital management.
LED 1452- EDUCATIONAL PRACTICE AND THEORY FOR THE LEADER (3 hrs)
This course is designed to help the student increase his/her knowledge
concerning educational theories and practices that would be very useful
for anyone in a leadership position. The course covers student characteristics,
learning and instruction, how to create a positive learning environment,
and effective assessment strategies.
LED 1453- MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS (3 hrs)
This course will provide an evaluation of different types of hardware
and software and their applications in organizations. Emphasis is placed
on practical skills, spreadsheet modeling, and practical MIS usage.
Participants will learn techniques for developing systems responsive
to managerial needs. Upon completion of the course, the student will
be able to understand and effectively deploy management information
systems in the organizational setting.
LED 1454- LEADERSHIP MENTORING (3 hrs)
This course is designed to help the student increase his/her knowledge
in utilizing the mentoring process to develop future leaders. Upon
completion of the course, the student will be able to describe the
selection of a mentor, the selection of a protégé, and
the mentoring process.
LED 1455- STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP (3 hrs)
This course is designed to help the student increase his/her knowledge
concerning strategic management and leadership theories that would
be beneficial to any leader. Upon completion of the course, the student
will be able to describe strategic leadership, the nature of competitive
advantage, business and corporate level strategy, and implementing
strategy.
LED 1457 - LEADING CHANGE (3 hrs)
The purpose of this course is to help the student increase his/her
knowledge of effective leadership strategies to utilize in change situations.
Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to utilize
the eight-step change effort to facilitate powerful and large-scale
organizational change.
LED 1458 - THE LEADERSHIP CHALLENGE (3 hrs)
The purpose of this course is to help the student increase his/her
knowledge of the practices of exemplary leadership. Upon completion
of the course, the student will be able to utilize the five exemplary
leadership practices to ensure success.
LED 1459 - LEADING WITHOUT POWER (3 hrs)
The purpose of this course is to help the student increase his/her
knowledge of how to lead people who do not report to them, build effective
relationships, and influence others. Upon completion of the course,
the student will be able to appropriately utilize the influence model
to help complete their goals in an organizational setting.
LED 1461 - TEAMS AND LEADERSHIP (3 hrs)
The purpose of this course is to provide the student with the understanding
and skills necessary to communicate effectively in any group, whether
it is a social club, a religious organization, or a high-level executive
committee in your future career. Emphasis is placed on preparation
for the intensive work in teams students will probably experience
in personal life and in the workplace. Participants will build a
foundation of knowledge, gain experience to develop skills, and serve
as a resource for future use. Upon completion of the course, the
student will be able to understand his/her group experiences in terms
of individual responsibilities for sharing leadership, the importance
of working cooperatively with diverse group members, and the sensitivity
and wisdom in making ethical decisions. Back
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LIT 2511 - INTRODUCTION TO LITERATURE (H) (3 hrs)
This course is an introduction to the short forms of literature, designed
to develop understanding and appreciation of good literature. Study
includes short stories, dramas, and poems Fall/Spring. Prerequisite:
Completion of Composition I or approval of instructor
LIT 2531 - AFRICAN-AMERICAN LITERATURE (H) (3 hrs)
This is a survey course of African-American poetry, prose, drama, and
oral tradition from 1619 to the present. The texts will be supplemented
with audio recording, videotapes, historical artifacts, and photographs.
Prerequisite: Completion of Composition I or approval of instructor
LIT 2550 - AMERICAN LITERATURE I (H) (3 hrs)
A survey of American literature from the colonial period through the
first half of the 19th century, with an emphasis placed on criticism
of the authors, the specific genres, and the literary periods. Fall.
Prerequisite: Completion of Composition I or approval of instructor
LIT 2551 - AMERICAN LITERATURE II (H) (3 hrs)
A survey of examples of American literature from the last half of the
19th century to the present. Emphasis is placed on relation of themes
within specific genres and literary periods to American social and historical
context in which they were written. Spring. Prerequisite: Completion
of Composition I or approval of instructor
LIT 2560 - ENGLISH LITERATURE I (H) (3 hrs)
This is a survey of outstanding examples of English literature from the
Anglo-Saxon period to the last of the 18th century, emphasis is placed
on criticism of the authors, the specific genres, and the literary periods.
Fall. Prerequisite: Completion of Composition I or approval of instructor
LIT 2561 - ENGLISH LITERATURE II (H) (3 hrs)
This course surveys exemplary texts of English Literature from the late
18th century to the contemporary era. Primary emphasis connects themes
within specific genres and literary periods to their corresponding social
and historical contexts. Secondary emphasis focuses on the re-emergence
of English Romantic and Victorian text in modern America cinema, as well
as identifying similar social and historical developments in American
culture. Fall. Prerequisite: Completion of Composition I or approval
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