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COUN 5580 - Family Counseling 3 hours
Application of family systems theory to the study of family dynamics, family development and the resolution of family conflicts.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5680 and COUN 5710 , or consent of department.
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COUN 5590 - Couple Counseling 3 hours
Application of relationship counseling theory to the study of individual development, interpersonal relationships, marital systems and conflict resolution.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5680 and COUN 5710 , or consent of department.
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COUN 5600 - Counseling in Secondary Schools 3 hours
Principles and practices of individual counseling, group counseling, guidance and consultation in the secondary school as part of the overall comprehensive developmental guidance program.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5460 .
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COUN 5610 - Addiction Counseling 3 hours
Etiology and principles of addiction as well as counseling practices relevant to substance abuse and addiction counseling.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5680 and COUN 5710 , or consent of the department.
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COUN 5620 - Dreamwork in Counseling 3 hours
Theory, research and experiential training and practice in the use of dreamwork as an adjunct to counseling with adolescents and adults.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5680 , COUN 5710 .
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COUN 5630 - Transpersonal Perspective in Counseling 3 hours
Theory, major figures and research in the field of transpersonal psychology as it pertains to counseling. The transpersonal perspective is based on the assumption that humans have the potential to develop beyond the “mere” healthy ego into stages often conceptualized as spiritual. Intuitive, paranormal and mystical experiences along with the expansion of identity beyond the self are examined.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5680 , COUN 5710 .
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COUN 5640 - Group Play Therapy 3 hours
Philosophy and rationale for group work with children and preadolescents. Focuses on the goals of group play/activity therapy, the role of the play therapist, screening and selection of group members, the use of expressive arts, play, activities at various developmental stages, and planning and structuring sessions.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5690 , COUN 5700 and COUN 5740 or consent of instructor. COUN 5690 may be taken concurrently.
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COUN 5650 - Advanced Skills in Play Therapy 3 hours
Competency-based course with experiential emphasis. Students are required to demonstrate proficiency in play therapy principles and practices. Students engage in the advanced study and application of play therapy, including theories of play therapy, application of advanced play therapy skills, parent consultation, and other special topics.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5700 and COUN 5760 or consent of instructor.
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COUN 5660 - Advanced Counseling Skills 3 hours
Competency-based course with experiential emphasis. The student is required to demonstrate proficiency in counseling concepts and techniques before proceeding to COUN 5690 .
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5680 and COUN 5710 and 12 additional hours in counseling, or consent of department.
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COUN 5670 - Developmental Processes and Strategies 3 hours
Principles and practices of human development as they relate to counseling processes and strategies. Opportunity for practical application of strategies is provided.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5680 and COUN 5710 , or consent of department.
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COUN 5680 - Basic Counseling Skills 3 hours
Study of selected basic techniques of counseling.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Course should be taken concurrently with COUN 5710 .
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COUN 5690 - Practicum in Counseling 3 hours
Provides actual counseling experience with a variety of clients and problems. Requires a minimum of 100 total hours in counseling-related activities including a minimum of 40 direct client contact hours.
Prerequisite(s): All required degree courses in counseling program except second specialty track course (COUN 5300 , COUN 5600 , COUN 5770 , COUN 5780 ); COUN 5720 and COUN 5721 . COUN 5740 may be taken concurrently.
With the exception of COUN 5700 , students may take an elective concurrently.
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COUN 5700 - Introduction to Play Therapy 3 hours
Enhancing the counseling relationship with children by utilizing play media to facilitate expression, self-understanding, and personal growth and development. Observation of and supervised experience in play therapy with children are an integral part of the course.
Prerequisite(s): EPSY 5123 or COUN 5670 , COUN 5680 and COUN 5710 , or consent of instructor.
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COUN 5710 - Counseling Theories 3 hours
Required upon first resident registration in program for master’s degree. The course focuses on professional orientation, selected theories of counseling as they apply to normal and abnormal behavior and self-awareness through individual and group counseling. Degree plans are developed.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Course should be taken concurrently with COUN 5680 .
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COUN 5720 - Internship in Counseling I 3–5 hours
Supervised experience in counseling in schools, colleges or agencies. Requires a minimum of 300 total hours in counseling-related activities including a minimum of 120 direct client contact hours. This experience is designed to meet practicum requirements for Texas LPC and School Counselor Certification.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5690 .
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COUN 5721 - Internship in Counseling II 3–5 hours
Supervised experience in counseling in schools, colleges or agencies. Requires a minimum of 300 total hours in counseling-related activities including a minimum of 120 direct client contact hours. This experience is designed to meet practicum requirements for Texas LPC and School Counselor Certification.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5720 .
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COUN 5730 - Appraisal in Adult Counseling 3 hours
Study of appraisal concepts and various instruments, methods and techniques that may be used to assess the strengths, limitations and behavioral patterns of individual clients.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5680 and COUN 5710 , or consent of department.
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COUN 5740 - Group Counseling Theories and Procedures 3 hours
Group dynamics and major approaches to group counseling with emphasis on how to start a group counseling program, how to counsel effectively with groups and how to evaluate results. Development of skills of group membership, leadership and working with groups are stressed.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5660 or consent of department.
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COUN 5750 - Professional Orientation, Ethics and College Student Development Theories 3 hours
History and philosophy of professional counseling and ethical, legal, professional and emerging issues specific to student affairs and college counseling. Study of student development theory as it relates to students in higher education and student affairs practice.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5680 and COUN 5710 or consent of department. COUN 5680 and COUN 5710 may be taken concurrently.
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COUN 5760 - Appraisal in Child and Adolescent Counseling 3 hours
Study of appraisal concepts and various instruments, procedures, methods and techniques used to assess learning and behavioral patterns of children.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5680 and COUN 5710 , or consent of department.
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COUN 5770 - Counseling in the Elementary School 3 hours
Principles and practice of individual counseling, group counseling, guidance, and consultation in the elementary school as part of the overall comprehensive developmental guidance program.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5460 .
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COUN 5780 - The Student in Higher Education 3 hours
Focus on the nature and needs of the college student including older adolescent, young adults and returning adults. Reviews of demographic data about diversity of college populations, the changing relationship of students to colleges, the nature of student communities and the diverse patterns of structure and function by which colleges individualize education and provide for student affairs practice.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5680 or consent of department.
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COUN 5790 - Counseling Culturally Diverse Clients 3 hours
Development of counseling skills and strategies based upon the special needs and characteristics of culturally and ethnically diverse clients.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5680 and COUN 5710 , or consent of department.
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COUN 5795 - Race and Ethnicity in Education 3 hours
Examination of the basic constructs of race and ethnicity and analysis of how these constructs impact social, cultural, historical and educational environments.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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COUN 5800 - Studies in Education 1–3 hours
Organized classes specifically designed to accommodate the needs of students and the demands of program development that are not met by the regular offerings. Short courses and workshops that concern themselves with specified topics, repeated only upon demand.
Prerequisite(s): None.
May be repeated for credit.
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COUN 5900 - Special Problems 1–3 hours
Open to graduate students who are capable of developing a problem independently. Problems chosen by the student and approved in advance by the instructor and department chair.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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COUN 5910 - Special Problems 1–3 hours
Open to graduate students who are capable of developing a problem independently. Problems chosen by the student and approved in advance by the instructor and department chair.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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COUN 5930 - Research Problems in Lieu of Thesis 3 hours
Research dealing with significant problems in the field of counseling.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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COUN 6033 - Advanced Teaching Internship in Counselor Education 3 hours
Internship experience designed to give doctoral students the opportunity to gain advanced professional experiences specific to students’ career goals. Students gain experience teaching a counseling class under the direct supervision of counseling program faculty.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 6021, COUN 6651 , COUN 6652 .
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COUN 6060 - Personal Growth Laboratory 3 hours
Small group counseling experience designed to facilitate members’ realistic assessment of strengths and weaknesses in the emotional, intellectual and physical dimensions. Goal setting and creation of workable courses of action are encouraged.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5740 . Consent of instructor.
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COUN 6070 - Practicum in Group Counseling 3 hours
Intensive exploration of the dynamics of interpersonal relationships through supervised experience as the facilitator of counseling groups. Students will examine in depth their approach to group leadership in weekly seminar sessions.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5690 , COUN 5740 . Consent of instructor.
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COUN 6080 - Seminar in Group Procedures and Group Counseling 3 hours
Critical analysis of group counseling and various group approaches, such as interpersonal process and other modalities applicable to working with groups. The seminar group explores the underlying theory of various approaches, participates as a group in the experience and then critiques the experience.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5740 . Consent of instructor.
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COUN 6090 - Counselor Supervision 3 hours
Critique of the literature in counselor supervision with discussion and didactic emphasis on the role of the counselor supervisor in the dynamics of supervisory relationships. Laboratory supervising master’s-level students in a clinical counseling course.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 6220 , COUN 6651 , COUN 6680 .
Corequisite(s): Taken concurrently with COUN 6230 .
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COUN 6110 - Seminar in Career Development 3 hours
Analysis of the major theories of career development; relationship to major counseling movements, the psychology of career development and human resource development in business and industry are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5470 or consent of instructor.
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COUN 6130 - Research in Counseling 3 hours
Survey and analysis of existing research and research methodology in counseling. A review of the literature in selected areas is required. Major research reports are evaluated for methodological strengths and weaknesses.
Prerequisite(s): EPSY 6010 , EPSY 6020 and all doctoral core classes except COUN 6260 . Strongly encouraged to have completed at least one other research tool course.
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COUN 6140 - Advanced Multicultural Counseling 2 hours
Study of advanced practice of multicultural counseling and of implications for counselor preparation and supervision.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to doctoral program in counseling and concurrent enrollment in COUN 6150 , or consent of instructor. See Counseling Doctoral Program Handbook for sequencing requirements.
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COUN 6150 - Advanced Crisis Counseling 1 hour
Study of advanced practice related to crisis, disaster and trauma-causing events and of implications for counselor preparation and supervision.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to doctoral program in counseling and concurrent enrollment in COUN 6150 , or consent of instructor. See Counseling Doctoral Program Handbook for sequencing requirements.
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COUN 6210 - Counseling Principles and Process I 3 hours
Principles and supervised practice of advanced skills in counseling for counselor educators, including consistent implementation of counseling theory.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to doctoral program in counseling.
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COUN 6220 - Counseling Principles and Process II: Consultation Emphasis 3 hours
Principles and supervised practice of advanced skills in counseling and consultation for counselor educators, including consistent implementation of counseling theory.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 6210 .
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COUN 6230 - Counseling Principles and Process III: Systems Emphasis 3 hours
Principles and supervised practice of advanced skills in counseling and systems theory for counselor educators, including consistent implementation of counseling theory.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 6220 , COUN 6651 , COUN 6680 .
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COUN 6240 - Counseling Principles and Process IV: Career Emphasis 3 hours
Principles and supervised practice of advanced skills in counseling and career development for counselor educators, including consistent implementation of theory.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 6090 , COUN 6230 .
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COUN 6250 - Counseling Principles and Process V: Group Emphasis 3 hours
Principles and supervised practice of advanced skills in counseling and group approaches for counselor educators, including consistent implementation of counseling theory.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 6240 , COUN 6653 .
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COUN 6260 - Counseling Principles and Process VI: Program Evaluation Emphasis 3 hours
Principles and supervised practice of advanced skills in counseling and program evaluation for counselor educators, including consistent implementation of theory.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 6250 .
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COUN 6630 - Advanced Play Therapy 3 hours
Seminar approach to an analysis of the rationale for play therapy in counseling. In-depth study of basic theories of play therapy and the variables that affect the helping relationship. Focus also is upon the counselor’s own unique contribution to the relationship and the emotional needs of children.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 5700 or consent of instructor.
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COUN 6651 - Advanced Theories of Counseling 3 hours
In-depth study of the major theories of counseling, including the philosophical and psychological assumptions that underlie them.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 6210 and admission to doctoral program in counseling or consent of instructor.
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COUN 6652 - Teaching Counselor Education 3 hours
Overview of the history and development of counselor education with an examination of the theoretical orientation and practical skills necessary to function effectively as a counselor educator.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to doctoral program in counseling or consent of instructor. See Counseling Doctoral Program Handbook for sequencing requirements.
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COUN 6653 - Counselor Identity: Integration of Theory and Practice 3 hours
Study of emerging theories of and approaches to counseling, and integration with personal and professional knowledge and experience, culminating in each student’s identification and articulation of one’s guiding theory of counseling and counselor education.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 6090 , COUN 6230 .
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COUN 6680 - Ethical, Legal and Professional Issues in Counseling 3 hours
Focus on theoretical and research literature concerned with ethical, legal and professional issues relating to counseling, counselor education and counselor supervision.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to doctoral program in counseling or consent of instructor. See Counseling Doctoral Program Handbook for sequencing requirements.
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COUN 6900 - Special Problems 1–3 hours
Research by doctoral students in fields of special interest. Includes project research studies and intensive reading programs. Conferences with professors in the fields also are included. Problems must be approved in advance by instructor and department chair.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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COUN 6910 - Special Problems 1–3 hours
Research by doctoral students in fields of special interest. Includes project research studies and intensive reading programs. Conferences with professors in the fields also are included. Problems must be approved in advance by instructor and department chair.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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COUN 6950 - Doctoral Dissertation 3, 6 or 9 hours
To be scheduled only with consent of department. 12 hours credit required. No credit assigned until dissertation has been completed and filed with the graduate dean. Doctoral students must maintain continuous enrollment in this course subsequent to passing qualifying examination for admission to candidacy.
Prerequisite(s): None.
May be repeated for credit.
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Criminal Justice |
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CJUS 5000 - Criminal Justice Policy 3 hours
Methods of policy formulation, implementation and analysis in the criminal justice setting. Selected topics developed for practical research and evaluation.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CJUS 5050 - Criminals and Substance Abuse 3 hours
Investigation, analysis and discussion of the relationships between substance abuse and criminal and juvenile offenders.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CJUS 5100 - Information Warfare, Security and Risk Analysis 3 hours
In-depth examination of information warfare, the management of information security and the analysis of risk within organizational contexts.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CJUS 5120 - Cybercrime and Digital Forensics 3 hours
Examination of crimes using computers and the Internet as their primary medium, with practical analyses of evidence of these crimes.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CJUS 5130 - Information Policy, Law and Justice 3 hours
Critical consideration of some of the public policy, legal and societal justice implications of new information technology such as the Internet.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CJUS 5200 - Legal Aspects of the Criminal Justice System 3 hours
Examination of the legal process and procedures of the criminal justice system, including investigation, arrest, prosecution and sentencing.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CJUS 5250 - Administrative Law and Justice 3 hours
Discussion of the legal principles and doctrines applicable to the state and federal criminal justice agencies, including information policy, ethical and liability issues.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CJUS 5270 - Criminal Evidence 3 hours
Examines the problems of proof in the criminal justice process, including the admission and exclusion of evidence, the examination of witnesses, substitutes for evidence and procedural considerations. Both the theory and application of the evidentiary principles will be explored.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CJUS 5350 - Seminar in Contemporary Policing 3 hours
Survey of classical and recent literature in policing. Studies of the trends, issues and reform movements currently prominent in the field of policing.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CJUS 5450 - Punishment, Discipline and Social Policy 3 hours
Theoretical and practical bases of correctional goals and strategies focusing on offenders, the justice system and the public. The impact of various policies on the justice process and society is stressed.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CJUS 5460 - Correctional Practices and Programs 3 hours
Examines the history of corrections; correctional theory; and legal, ethical and programmatic issues related to the adult and juvenile correctional field.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CJUS 5470 - Seminar on Juvenile Delinquency 3 hours
Problems of definition and measurement, etiological theories, processing of delinquents, and treatment and prevention.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Same as SOCI 5470 .
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CJUS 5500 - Seminar in Criminal Justice Administration 3 hours
Critical application of selected analytical tools in administering justice agencies; studies of the application of human and financial resources, productivity, measurement and enhancement, and organization design, culture and change in the context of criminal justice agencies.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CJUS 5600 - Advanced Criminological Theory 3 hours
Examination of the major theoretical explanations of criminality, the distribution of crime, and the behavior of justice agencies.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Same as SOCI 5600 .
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CJUS 5620 - Seminar in Victimology 3 hours
Role of the victim in various types of crime, predators and treatment of trauma, and the treatment of victims by criminal justice agencies. Political impact of the victims’ movement on the justice systems and the distribution of victims across demographic and behavioral groups.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Same as SOCI 5620 .
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CJUS 5700 - Evaluation and Research Methodologies 3 hours
Quantitative and qualitative methods of gathering and analyzing data on crime and the justice system, with special attention devoted to evaluation methods.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CJUS 5750 - Criminal Justice Statistics 3 hours
Explores the theory, practice and application of statistical analysis to the field of criminology and criminal justice. The student learns how to conduct independent statistical testing, understand the applications of statistics to research methods and the use of statistics in criminal justice. Prepares the student to conduct independent statistical analysis for criminal justice agencies or research purposes and to be able to use computer programs in statistical analysis and research.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CJUS 5800 - Topics in Criminal Justice 3 hours
Content varies as course covers specific issues of current interest and concern in criminal justice and criminology.
Prerequisite(s): None.
May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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CJUS 5850 - Directed Studies 3 hours
Individual research and writing on selected topics under faculty supervision.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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CJUS 5900 - Special Problems 1–6 hours
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
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CJUS 5950 - Master’s Thesis 3 or 6 hours
To be scheduled only with consent of department. 6 hours credit required. No credit assigned until thesis has been completed and filed with the graduate dean. Continuous enrollment required once work on thesis has begun.
Prerequisite(s): CJUS 5750 .
May be repeated for credit.
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DANC 5110 - Critical Analysis of Professional Literature 3 hours
Analysis and philosophical criticism of the literature in the student’s major area and other related fields. Extensive reading assignments and discussion of published and unpublished research.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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DANC 5200 - Improvisation as a Basis for Choreography 3 hours
Non-technical course dealing with advanced improvisational problems relating to gesture, body exploration, spatial and rhythmic exploration, group interaction and communication of time, space and motion.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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DANC 5210 - Principles of Dance Theatre 3 hours (3;2)
Theoretical and creative aspects of choreography. Concepts relating to the development of creativity and artistic integrity in dance. The dual emphasis concerns large-group works and experimental forms.
Prerequisite(s): DANC 1400, DANC 2400 or DANC 3400.
Lecture and movement 3 hours per week plus a minimum of 60 clock hours in a movement laboratory.
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DANC 5250 - Philosophy and Criticism of Dance 3 hours
In-depth examination and critical analysis of philosophical approaches and resultant aesthetics of performance and choreography through observation of dance performances and study of aesthetic theories and criticism.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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DANC 5300 - Kinesiology and Biomechanics of Dance Injuries 3 hours
Factors of stress, force, motion, equilibrium and leverage affecting incidence and cause of injuries noted in dancers. Prevention, immediate care and rehabilitation of common injuries seen in the studio.
Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in DANC 1400, DANC 1410, DANC 2400 or DANC 2410.
Lecture and movement 3 hours weekly plus a minimum of 60 clock hours in a movement laboratory.
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DANC 5400 - Survey of Performing Arts Management 3 hours
Survey course designed to point out the needs, values and roles of the managerial position in a performing arts organization, with special reference to the administration of professional dance.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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DANC 5800 - Studies in Dance 1–3 hours
Organized classes specifically designed to accommodate the needs of students and the demands of program development that are not met by regular offerings. Short courses and workshops on specific topics, on a limited-offering basis, to be repeated only upon demand.
Prerequisite(s): None.
May be repeated for credit.
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DANC 5900 - Special Problems 1–3 hours
Problems must be approved by department chair.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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DANC 5910 - Special Problems 1–3 hours
Problems must be approved by department chair.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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DSCI 5010 - Statistical Analysis 1.5 hours
Basic descriptive and inferential statistics; includes frequency distributions, averages, dispersions, index numbers, time-series analysis, probability, theoretical distributions, sampling distribution, estimation, tests of significance, chi-square, regression and correlation, analysis of variance and sample design.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1190 or equivalent.
This course meets the deficiency requirement of statistics (DSCI 2710 and 3710) for MBA candidates, and may be counted as part of a graduate program in a field other than business administration.
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DSCI 5180 - Introduction to the Business Decision Process 3 hours
Emphasis on model assumptions, applying the correct statistical model and interpreting the results. Topics include simple regression, multiple regression (e.g., qualitative variable coding, model building) and experimental design (e.g., completely randomized design, randomized block design, multi-factor designs).
Prerequisite(s): DSCI 5010 or equivalent.
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DSCI 5210 - Model-Based Business Intelligence 3 hours
Explains how model-based business intelligence systems aid managerial decision processes. Attention is paid to how and why such models are used in a business intelligence systems environment. Topics include the use of mathematical, statistical and business models that are embedded in business intelligence decision systems for dealing with both structured and semi-structured decision problems. Students identify opportunities and problems for which the use of modeling will enhance a decision maker’s chance of success. Different type of models and decision structuring techniques will be compared and contrasted, and appropriate techniques are illustrated to analyze real-life situations.
Prerequisite(s): DSCI 5010 or equivalent.
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DSCI 5220 - Survey Analytics 3 hours
Introduction to sampling theory and applications. Attention is focused on major survey sampling techniques, including cluster, ratio, stratified and simple random sampling. Principal concepts and methods of acceptance sampling that are useful in quality control are presented, including operating characteristic curves, and single, double and sequential sampling plans for attributes and variables.
Prerequisite(s): DSCI 5180 or consent of department.
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DSCI 5230 - Non-Parametric Statistics for Business Research 3 hours
Analysis of business research data that is categorical or ordinal (ranked or scaled) and is therefore not suitable for computations such as means and standard deviations. Topics include measurements of consumer preferences, market segmentation, labor or job grades, racial and sex classifications, and exempt characteristics and performance ratings. Single and multiple sample techniques are discussed.
Prerequisite(s): DSCI 5010 or equivalent, or consent of department.
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DSCI 5240 - Data Mining 3 hours
A survey of data mining techniques and software is presented. Topics include extracting information from large databases and designing data-based decision support systems. Decision making in a case-embedded business environment is emphasized. Topics include latest advances in data mining research.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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DSCI 5250 - Statistical Techniques in Simulation 3 hours
Examination of construction and use of simulation models in business. Random number and process generators, construction of simulation models, introduction to special purpose simulation languages and research project.
Prerequisite(s): DSCI 5010 or consent of department.
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DSCI 5260 - Business Process Analytics 3 hours
Utilization of problem-solving techniques applied to the functional areas of business under risk and uncertainty. Business process analysis concepts, methodologies and tools are utilized in solving real problems in the business, government and academic settings. The foundations for this are business process analysis employing business process software, six sigma analysis and state-of-the-art statistical software. Students will develop and present solutions to the problems chosen for analysis. Emphasis is placed on problem structuring, creating solutions and presentations of solutions.
Prerequisite(s): DSCI 5010 or consent of department.
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DSCI 5310 - Risk and Life-Data Analysis 3 hours
Estimation of completing risks (likelihoods and consequences) using predictive survival analysis and failure models. Applications consider timing of events (occurrences of economic events, bankruptcies, introduction of competing products, for example) and their dependency on time dependent covariates (changing demographics, business requirements). Topics include robust methodology allowing for stratification across varying levels of risks.
Prerequisite(s): DSCI 5180 or consent of department.
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DSCI 5320 - Quality Control 3 hours
Broad coverage of managerial and statistical aspects of quality control, including quality assurance and quality management. Topic coverage includes problem-solving tools, process capability assessment, control charts for variables, control charts for attributes and advanced control chart methods.
Prerequisite(s): DSCI 5010 or consent of department.
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DSCI 5330 - Enterprise Applications of Business Intelligence 3 hours
Current issues in the utilization of business intelligence (BI) in business, government, academia and innovation. Topics include the concepts, methodologies and tools to efficiently and effectively implement business intelligence endeavors. Emphasis is placed on current direction of BI as it is relevant to projects underway in business, government and academia across all levels of their value chains. A semester project in the area of BI relevant to a functional area of business is an important component of this course.
Prerequisite(s): DSCI 5010 or consent of department.
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DSCI 5340 - Predictive Analytics and Business Forecasting 3 hours
Covers major topics used in developing predictive modeling and applied statistical forecasting models that are of major interest to business, government and academia. These include exploring the calibration of models, the estimation of seasonal indices and the selection of variables to generate operational business forecasts. Topics assist business professionals in utilizing historical patterns to build a more constructive view of their future. Overview of how these topics can be used with data capture, integration and information deployment capabilities to ensure more productive decisions and more accurate planning. Modern forecasting techniques are covered for the evaluation of sophisticated business models used to make intelligent decisions in marketing, finance, personnel management, production scheduling, process control, facilities management and strategic planning.
Prerequisite(s): DSCI 5010 or consent of department.
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DSCI 5350 - Big Data Analytics 3 hours
Current issues in storage, retrieval, and analysis of large volumes of data (Big Data), in order to support business decisions. Big Data are stored in a variety of formats, including Web log, Internet clickstream data, as well as unstructured data, such as industry reports and customer comments. Big Data analytics utilize data sources that may be left untapped by conventional business intelligence solutions. Topics include conventional data warehousing, retrieval of large data sets that are stored across clustered systems, natural language processing, topic extraction in textual data, machine learning and artificial intelligence, and predictive analytics for unstructured data. A semester project in Big Data Analytics relevant to a functional area of business is an important component of the course.
Prerequisite(s): DSCI 5180 or consent of department.
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DSCI 5360 - Data Visualization for Analytics 3 hours
Insightful displays of complex, large and possibly unstructured quantitative and qualitative data. Data visualization for analytics goes beyond traditional static graphs and charts by seamlessly connecting data analysis, data-based optimization and data presentation to create visualizations. Topics include visualization design principles, data refinement and preparation, tandem modeling and optimization with visualizations, use of state-of-the-art software tools for visualization and creation of dynamic interactive visualizations as decision support aids. A semester project in data visualization for analytics relevant to a functional area of business is an important component of the course.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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DSCI 5690 - Topics in Decision Sciences 3 hours
Current issues dealing with the development and use of decision science models in business.
Prerequisite(s): DSCI 5180 or consent of department.
May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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DSCI 5900 - Special Problems 1–3 hours
Open to graduate students who are capable of developing a problem independently. Problem chosen by the student and developed through conferences and activities under the direction of the instructor.
Prerequisite(s): Approved applications for special problems/independent research/dissertation credit must be submitted to the CoB Graduate Programs Office prior to registration.
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DSCI 5910 - Special Problems 1–3 hours
Open to graduate students who are capable of developing a problem independently. Problem chosen by the student and developed through conferences and activities under the direction of the instructor.
Prerequisite(s): Approved applications for special problems/independent research/dissertation credit must be submitted to the CoB Graduate Programs Office prior to registration.
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ADES 5510 - Processes and Methodology for Innovation 3 hours
Students explore and utilize a variety of processes and visual techniques that inform and guide ideation as a means to create a common language that allows them to communicate effectively across disciplinary backgrounds. The knowledge they gain from these experiences allows them to develop and actualize the kinds of visual solutions necessary for future programmatic and career-based success.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MA/MFA in design with a concentration in innovation studies, or consent of instructor.
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