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Academics: trimester & yearThe United States International University (USIU) academic calendar is divided into fall, spring and summer trimesters. A trimester is the same length as a semester. The academic year consists of fall and spring trimesters. The summer trimester is 31/2 months. The curriculum offers courses, research, internships and community service. Students can enroll in a maximum of 16 credits per trimester. Most courses are 3 credits. Science and biomedical courses are 3 to 8 credits. Internships and research are 3 to 6 credits. Community service is not credit bearing. Select courses from the the Class Schedule excel file, which can be downloaded from the Download File box to the right. Click on the academic concentrations below to view course descriptions and download syllabi. If a description and/or syllabus is not available on this website, contact KEI we will request it from USIU.Courses Business & Economics
ACT 1010 Principles of Accounting IStudy of the underlying concepts of financial accounting. Accounting cycle, related accounting records, and the financial statements. Accounting principles and reporting requirements for assets and liabilities. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 0999, MTH 1109 ACT 2010 Principles of Accounting II An overview of accounting as an effective aid to management in the control of resources, interpretation of financial statements, cost volume profit analysis, product cost systems, budgets and variance analysis. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 1010 ACT 3010 Accounting Information Systems I Fundamental accounting principles in a computerized environment. Application of accounting packages to the accounting cycle and management reports. Contemporary issues and ethical practices in accounting information systems. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 2010 ACT 4010 Managerial Accounting An extensive analysis of management decision making based on accounting concepts; the use of accounting statements and reports in policy making and control; ethical consideration and emerging trends of management accounting. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 2010 ACT 4020 Financial Accounting I An overview of the theoretical foundations of financial reporting. Standard setting process and conceptual framework, valuation of assets and current liabilities. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 2010 ACT 4030 Financial Accounting II Accounting principles and reporting requirements for liabilities, long-term investments and stockholders' equity are studied. Other topics included are accounting for pensions, leases, accounting changes and the statement of cash flows. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 4020 ACT 4040 Cost Accounting The course is designed to provide in-depth coverage of cost accounting concepts, objectives and accumulation and reporting procedures. Topics covered include material, labor and overhead costs in job order and process cost accumulation systems and other emerging cost accounting topics. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 2010 ACT 4050 International Accounting Study of international dimensions of accounting and use of accounting information for decision making in multinational environment. Accounting and managerial issues of multinational corporations such as currency translation, financial reporting and disclosure, international taxation, transfer pricing, and current issues and developments. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 2010 ACT 4060 Taxation An overview of the application of the principles, laws and practices of taxation of individuals, partnerships and corporations. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 2010 ACT 4070 Auditing A study of auditing principles, concepts and practices as it applies mainly to business and investors. A working knowledge of auditing procedures and techniques, standards, ethics and legal environment, statistical audit tools as well as audit reports. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 2010, BUS 3010 ACT 4080 Accounting Information Systems II This course will enable the students to understand the applications, controls and implement an accounting information system to solve various accounting needs of an organization. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 3010, IST 4010 ACT 4090 Accounting in the Public Sector The course is designed to develop the students' competence in the preparation of financial accounts of central government and local authorities accounts. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 4030 ACT 4110 Taxation II The course is designed to ensure that the students can prepare tax returns, evaluate the tax implications of business decisions, and analyze the impact of government fiscal measures on industry and the economy. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 4030 ACT 4130 Forensic Accounting The primary objective of this course is to provide students an opportunity to gain experience in investigative (forensic) accounting. Topics include background, legal framework, prevention, risk assessment, financial fraud schemes, investigation and specialized issues. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 4120 BUS 1010 Introduction to Business Organizations An overview of the interrelationships among the functions of the business firm and between the firm and its environment; topics include a study of managerial functions, marketing concepts, production systems, leadership practices and business ethics. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none BUS 2010 Business Mathematics Fundamental mathematical operations in banking and borrowing; financial ratio analysis, payrolls, retail, insurance and elementary statistics. 3 credits. Prerequisites: MTH 1109 BUS 2020 Business Communications This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental principles of effective business communication in a global environment. It will emphasize written communications such as standard and persuasive business letters, memorandums, and informational as well as analytical reports, along with proposals, resumes and other employment-related documents. The course addresses the skills necessary for developing, planning, organizing, outlining and editing various business documents. The problem-solving approach is used to focus on proper grammar, punctuation, vocabulary and tone as well as the use of computer technology and software in the development of effective oral and written business communication skills. 3 credits. Prerequisites: BUS 1010 BUS 3010 Business Law Study of the legal environment in which profit and not-for-profit organizations operate. Includes study of courts and procedure, criminal law, torts, contracts, and formations, operation and termination of corporations, agency and partnership relationships. 3 credits. Prerequisites: BUS 1010 BUS 3020 Production & Operations Management An introductory analysis of productive systems, operations planning and control. Topics include forecasting, inventories, scheduling, quality assurance and productivity. 3 credits. Prerequisites: BUS 2010 BUS 3030 Business Statistics A further study in statistical methods and its application in the field of business and economics. Regression, time series analysis, index numbers, association of attributes, probability, theoretical distributions, sampling hypothesis tests and confidence levels. 3 credits. Prerequisites: MTH 2210 BUS 4010 Small Business Entrepreneurship Investigation into entrepreneurial behavior, the role of the entrepreneur in society, the conditions necessary for it to evolve, the development of a venture whether in terms of a startup, acquisition or expansion of an existing business. The theory and practice of small business management. 3 credits. Prerequisites: MKT 3010, FIN 3010, MGT 3010 BUS 4030 Quantitative Methods Study of the mathematical techniques/methods used to solve business problems. Include meaning and scope, Linear programming-Graphic, simplex and duality, Transportation, Assignment, Replacement, Queuing, Decision theory, Inventory management, Sequencing, PERT, Game theory, Investment Decision Analysis and Simulation. 3 credits. Prerequisites: BUS 3030 BUS 4070 Business Values & Ethics Introduction to the basic categories and framework of philosophical ethics; examination of selected corporate policy statements on social and ethical responsibility with consideration of how to develop and implement such policy statements; consideration of ethical issues in selected professions. 3 credits. Prerequisites: MGT 3010 BUS 4090 Strategic Management This is a course that provides an overview of the economic, cultural, psychological, sociological, technological and political aspects of the business environments confronting environment serving organizations (ESOs); the concept of environmental turbulence; the nature of strategic and operating work; the formulation of a corporate mission, goals and objectives; and strategies for firms operating at different levels of environmental turbulence. The course facilitates the development of skills in problem analysis and decision-making in corporate strategy and business policy. BUS 4090 is the integrating course for the undergraduate program that concentrates on the application of concepts through case studies and decision simulation exercises. 3 credits. Prerequisites: MGT 3010, senior standing BUS 4950 Senior Project Independent study under the direction of a faculty advisor. Projects may include library or empirical research or analysis and written report on management aspects of an appropriate business organization (private firm, not-for-profit organization, or government agency). 3 credits. Prerequisites: senior standing ECO 1010 Principles of Microeconomics Introduction to theories regarding the decision making of firms and households in market transactions. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none ECO 1020 Principles of Macroeconomics Introduction to theories regarding consumption, investment, money and banking and government activities. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ECO 1010 ENT 4005 Entrepreneurial Behavior & Ethics This course surveys theoretical perspectives and ethics that underpin the practice of entrepreneurship. Examines entrepreneurial behavior theories and approaches including psychological, sociological and economic perspectives; key dimensions of entrepreneurial behavior including entrepreneurial characteristics and motivation, entrepreneurial organization, entrepreneurial process and environments. The course also examines ethical behavior and code of ethics and social responsibility as major requirements for entrepreneurship practice. 3 credits. Prerequisites: BUS 1010, MGT 3010 ENT 4020 Management of Entrepreneurial Ventures Examines the nature of entrepreneurial ventures and how to manage them effectively for greater success; entrepreneurship environment and business opportunities; entrepreneurship strategies and legal forms of business ownership; special needs of entrepreneurial ventures in the approach to start-up and management in terms of marketing, production, human resource management, financial management and total quality management. Also examines methods for measuring financial performance and financing options for start-up and expansion of entrepreneurial ventures. The course emphasizes business plan preparation as a requirement for start-up and effective management of entrepreneurial venture. 3 credits. Prerequisites: MGT 3010, MKT 3010, FIN 3010 ENT 4040 Electronic Commerce This course explores ways that entrepreneurial organizations can take advantage of the growing capabilities of the Internet and electronic commerce to increase the horizons for entrepreneurial ventures. It discusses the use and application of Internet and Intranet in the management of entrepreneurial ventures in functions such as marketing, retailing, operations and finance. Students learn how to develop effective on-line presentations for ventures of differing types. Legal requirements and ethical issues affecting on-line business are also discussed. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 2040, ENT 4020 ENT 4050 International Dimension of Entrepreneurship Examines the role and effects of the growing number of entrepreneurial ventures that exist worldwide including international business environment and opportunities; forms and types of international ventures; major issues affecting international trade methods of starting and managing entrepreneurial ventures in the cosmetic market with international marketing capabilities; strategies for developing strategic alliances and collaborations to facilitate start-up and growth of international entrepreneurial ventures. Also examines regulations, documentation and payment methods for import/export entrepreneurial ventures. The course emphasizes business plan preparation as a requirement for start-up and effective management of entrepreneurial ventures in the international dimension. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ENT 4020 ENT 4060 Small Business Consulting Prepares students to serve as consultants to a wide variety of problems facing Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) in today's competitive business environment. Examines the role and importance of consulting; the characteristics of a good business consultant; the consulting process including entry, diagnosis, action planning, implementation and termination. Discusses management of change and the role of effective communication in developing and maintaining effective client-consultant relationship. The course also addresses the process and requirements for starting and managing a Small Business Consulting Firm. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ENT 4020 FIN 3010 Principles of Finance The application of financial principles to problems involving the acquisition and management of funds by private and public organizations. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 2010 and BUS 1010 FIN 4010 International Managerial Finance The course critically examines the global financial landscape and more specifically the money markets. The spot, the forward, the currency futures, the options, the interbank and the Euro currency markets are fully explored. The hedging techniques are examined so as to place the student at advantaged position in the economic and transaction exposure. 3 credits. Prerequisites: FIN 4040 FIN 4020 Corporate Finance The management of funds in corporations; analysis of capital budgeting; risk and basic risk models; cost of capital and optimal capital budgeting; project cash flow analysis; capital structure decisions; dividend policy; financial derivatives; hybrid financing; financial distress; restructuring and liquidation. 3 credits. Prerequisites: FIN 3010 FIN 4030 Investments The course is designed to facilitate evaluation of various alternative investment vehicles including investments in Bonds, Shares, Real Estate, Derivative Instruments, Mutual Funds, Gold and other Commodities, Collectibles, and Portfolio construction and management. 3 credits. Prerequisites: FIN 4040 FIN 4040 Money & Capital Markets The course surveys issues related to financial intermediaries, with an emphasis on Depository institutions, Non depository institutions and Securities markets. It addresses Asset/Liability Management, Credit Risk Management and maintenance of adequate capital. 3 credits. Prerequisites: FIN 4020 FIN 4050 Financial Information Systems The course is designed to train students in performing financial tasks using information technology. The course covers computer applications in various corporate finance areas. It provides basic skills for developing corporate finance models such as financial planning, funds, forecasting and project evaluation using computer software. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 2040, FIN 4030 FIN 6030 International Financial Markets Examination of the implications of the globalization of financial markets, financial instruments in a global market, composition of world bond and equity markets, foreign exchange markets, interest rate and currency swaps, global interest rate links, and cross-currency and cross-border arbitrages. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 2010 and BUS 5020 IBA 4010 International Business Operations Introduction to world business environments, financial transactions and international marketing. The role of the multinational enterprise is explored, including emerging trends and issues related to international management. 3 credits. Prerequisites: MKT 3010, FIN 3010 IBA 4020 International Economics & Trade Study of open and closed economies, trade regimes and regional trade agreements. Includes analysis of international finance and capital flows. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ECO 1020, FIN 3010, IBA 4010 MGT 3010 Overview of Management Practices Examination of management processes, structure and behavior, focusing on the changing nature of management in response to turbulent internal and external environments; various theories are integrated into applied dimensions of successful business practices; emphasis on global management perspectives. 3 credits. Prerequisites: BUS 1010 MGT 4010 Dimensions of Leadership & Management Multidisciplinary perspectives on the role of leadership and management in society; review of the differences and similarities between leadership and managerial mindsets and behavior; the theoretical and applied aspects of leadership and management in social, cultural and organizational contexts; the motivation of people and the role leaders and managers play in creating quality of work life and enhanced productivity. 3 credits. Prerequisites: MGT 3010 MGT 4020 Organizations & Organizational Behavior Introduction the concept of the business entity as an environment serving organization (ESO) with economic and social responsibilities; explores organization structures, systems, staffing and management processes; covers theoretical and applied aspects of behavior in organizations, including organizational change and development. 3 credits. Prerequisites: MGT 3010 MGT 4030 Cross-Cultural Management Examines the challenges and opportunities of managing cultural diversity in organizations with emphasis on the transnational enterprise; introduces phenomena of globalization, culture and organizational cultures, and cultural synergy; develops intercultural awareness and strategies for hedging cultural gaps. 3 credits. Prerequisites: MGT 3010 MGT 4040 Human Resources Management A study of the theoretical and practical aspects of human resource management including job analysis and design, recruiting, retention, training, appraisal and compensation systems and employee health and safety; emphasis on contemporary issues such as changing governmental and legal requirements, increasing demands for more highly skilled workers and international competition. 3 credits. Prerequisites: MGT 3010 MGT 4050 Total Quality Management A study of philosophical and conceptual approaches to quality management espoused by leading theorists and practitioners such as Demming, Juran and Crosby. Practical aspects of TQM theory, and an introduction to a framework for developing, implementing, and continuously improvise upon an organizational quality culture. 3 credits. Prerequisites: MGT 3010 MKT 3010 Principles of Marketing An introduction to the study of the marketing function in the business enterprise. A study is made of market segmentation and the creation of market demand to serve profitably the needs of customers. The key elements in marketing strategy are studied - product planning and promotion - with customers and competitors as dominant reference points. 3 credits. Prerequisites: BUS 1010 MKT 3020 Marketing Information Systems This course equips the students to understand marketing projects and functions using computer technology. The students are introduced to marketing decision support systems for tasks as product pricing, distribution choices and promotion planning. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 2040, MKT 3010 MKT 4010 International Marketing An analysis of key international marketing activities and functions. Topics include environmental constraints, exporting, international product planning and international selling and advertising. The various concepts are integrated through the development of a complete international plan for the marketing of a product in another country. 3 credits. Prerequisites: MKT 3010 MKT 4020 Marketing Research Examines marketing research information as an information-providing activity for the purpose of management decision making. Provides an understanding of what marketing research is, what kinds of information it can provide, and how it is used by marketing managers. 3 credits. Prerequisites: MTH 2210, MKT 3010 MKT 4030 Marketing Communications & Buyer Behavior Examines methods that organizations use to communicate with customers and prospects, including personal selling, advertising, sales promotion, public relations, and other forms of promotion. Evaluates the characteristics of each form of promotion in varying marketing situations for formulating communications strategies and tactics. 3 credits. Prerequisites: MKT 3010 MKT 4050 Services Marketing An examination of the unique aspects of services. Study of the role of the marketing manager and the service/sales team's responsibility to develop and implement market plans as part of the corporation's strategic and operational plans. 3 credits. Prerequisites: MKT 3010 Computer Sciences & Information Systems
APT 1020 Introduction to Programming Using C/C++ This course introduces programming in C/C++. Topics to be covered include: C++ and a typical C++ development environment; Simple C++ programs; Introduction to classes: defining a class, member function, data members; Initializing objects with constructors; separating interface from implementation; Structured programming and control statements: algorithms and pseudo code; if and if…else selection; while, do…while, and for repetition; switch multiple-selection; logical operators. Program components in C++, storage classes, scope rules, references and reference parameters; recursion. Declaring and using arrays, passing arrays to functions, multidimensional arrays. Working with pointers; introduction to Object-Oriented programming: base and derived classes, constructors and destructors, public, protected and private inheritance, software engineering with inheritance, introduction to polymorphism. Stream Input/Output classes and objects. Exception handling, when to use exception handling. Files and streams; creating, writing, reading sequential and random-access files; String and substring processing; Searching and sorting: linear and binary search algorithms; selection and insertion sort algorithms. The course will be supported by several lab C/C++ exercises to augment the concepts. 3 credits. Pre-requisite: IST 1020 APT 1030 Fundamentals of Programming Languages This course acts as a guide to understanding computer languages design in general. This course presents concepts and structures governing the design and implementation of modern programming languages, run-time representations of traditional block structured languages, typing systems, abstraction and procedure mechanisms, and storage management. It also introduces language design issues and language translators. Course also provides fundamental introduction to computer programming theory and concepts to students with little or no previous experience. Students learn structure, syntax, logic, and the difference between object-oriented and procedural systems methodologies. Students are introduced to structured programming OOP as well as machine organization. A high level language such Visual Basic is suggested as introductory language but other languages such as C/C++ may be used with justification. 3 credits. APT 1040 Introduction to Web Design and Applications The course will expose students to scripting languages and how they are used in client-server Web applications. Skills learned include the internal and external considerations of planning, designing, creating, and maintaining dynamic interactive web sites. Students will learn how to set up and configure a web server and associated services. Topics covered will include: CGI, JavaScript, Web security tools, server-side programming metafiles applets, data description languages, database connectivity, scripting languages and distributed applications Exposure to security and efficiency issues. 3 credits. Prerequisite: IST 1020 Introduction to information Technology APT 1050 Database Systems The course covers the design and use of modern relational databases. Topics include file structures, hierarchical and network data models in addition to the relational model and relational algebra. SQL is also introduced. Models for database design are presented and compared. Also addressed are current trends in database including object-oriented and functional models as well as distributed databases and database security issues. The course introduces the concepts of database design, techniques of entity modeling and structured query languages (SQL).The course provide students with a strong foundation in systematic approaches to design and implementation of database applications. 3 credits. Prerequisites: APT 1030 Fundamentals of Programming Languages APT 2010 Systems Analysis and Design This course introduces the fundamentals of information systems analysis and design by covering a variety of current methods, tools, and techniques. The course will cover system development activities in the context of when they typically occur. Most of the course will be devoted to learning and practicing the techniques and processes used by the systems analyst at each phase within the systems development cycle and to working as a team to create a system solution for a client. 3 credits. Pre-requisites: IST 1020: Introduction to Information Technology APT 2020 Computer Organization & Assembly Programming The course outlines the fundamental way in which a computer works: starting with simple logic and progressing to a simple model of a microprocessor. This is followed by an appreciation of low-level programming leading to a clear understanding of the key points of machine performance. 3 credits. APT 2022 Introduction to Assembly Programming Fundamentals of assembly language programming concepts and techniques. Topics include internal representation of data, arithmetic operations, logic statements, and general assembly language commands. Introduce low level language architecture including low level programming and debugging techniques assemblers, linkage editors, and loaders. computer architecture, input/output programming, interfacing I/O, subroutine linkage, interrupts, and memory caching. Programming assignments using C/C++ and assembly language will be used to reinforce these concepts. 3 credits. Prerequisites: APT 2020 Computer Organization and APT1030 Fundamentals of Programming Languages APT 2030 Digital Electronics This course describes the basic integrated circuit building blocks from which digital circuits and systems are assembled. This unit is intended to help the students keep pace with the rapid advances made in the field of Digital Electronics. 3 credits. Pre-requisites: MTH 2215: Discrete mathematics and NSC 2215 Introduction to Physical Mechanics APT 2040 Operating Systems The course covers the concepts and architecture of a stored program digital computer system and provides an understanding of the characteristics and the operating principles of the main hardware components of a computer system. In addition, the course covers the concepts and fundamentals of the operating systems. These fundamentals include process management, memory management, and device management and file management. This course enables students to understand how the interface between users and machine is achieved through system utilities and programs. Development of operating systems is also discussed. 3 credits. Pre-requisites: IST 1020: Introduction to Information Technology APT 2050 Computer Network and Telecommunication This course covers computer network and communications concepts, principles, components, and practices; coverage of common networking standards, topologies, architectures, and protocols; design and operational issues surrounding network planning, configuration, monitoring, troubleshooting, and management. 3 credits. Prerequisites: APT 2020 Computer Organization and Assembly Programming APT 2060 Data Structures & Algorithms This is the introductory course on data structures and algorithms as used in problem solving. The course introduces the basic data structures arrays, records, strings, linked lists, stacks, and queues BTrees, graphs, Searching & Sort techniques and the algorithms for manipulating the data structures including analysis of BIG o notations. Hash technique. While data structures are seen as a method of collecting and organizing large amounts of data, algorithms are the means by which the computer efficiently manipulates the data structures. Since some implementation and testing of programs are important part of algorithms, computer code has to be exhibited. Therefore, some amounts of programming will be necessary, especially in C/C++/Java 3 credits. Pre-requites: APT 1030: Fundamentals of programming Languages, MTH 2215: Discrete mathematics APT 2080 Introduction to Software Engineering Software Engineering covers technical and non-technical (management) methods, techniques, and practices used to develop software-dominated systems. The course will cover the software development process; a survey of techniques and practices used throughout the software development process to improve quality, increase productivity, and reduce risk; and quality assurance related to dependable systems. 3 credits. Pre-requisites – APT 2010: System Analysis and Design APT 2090 Computer Graphics This course is an introduction to some of the aspects of computer graphics through the use of OpenGL and associated libraries. The course will look at many of the aspects of generating and manipulating 3 Dimensional scenes. Other topics we will cover are the human visual system, perception, virtual reality, and visualization. Please note this is NOT a Photoshop or image manipulation course. We will be looking at the matrix algebra, calculus, and algorithms associated with 3D Graphics and will be mathematically oriented. 3 credits. Pre-requisites: APT 2060 Data structures & Algorithms APT 3040 Object Oriented Design and Programming This course unit aims to describe what object-oriented (OO) software is all about. More specifically, to teach the concepts, tasks and notation (using UML). Introduction to the Design Process Improvement Model UML Structural Modeling Techniques. Conceptual model: the result of object-oriented analysis, captures concepts in the problem domain. Use case: description of sequences of events that, taken together, lead to a system doing something useful. Use case actors; Use case diagrams; System Sequence Diagrams (SSD); - picture for a particular scenario of a use case, the events that external actors generate, their order, and possible inter-system events. User interface documentations: look and feel of the end product's user interface. Relational data model: abstract model that describes how data is represented and used. 3 credits. Prerequisite: APT 1030 Fundamentals of Programming Languages APT 3050 Introduction to Project Management The course introduces the students the essentials of project management and the project life cycle. Topics include project life cycle management, and all project processes including project charter, network diagramming, scope management, cost management, risk management, issue management, change management, scheduling and schedule management. 3 credits. Prerequisite: APT 1050: Database System APT 3060 Mobile Programming This module develops an understanding of the principal ways in which a mobile computer, or device, can access a network and includes practical laboratory work. Specifically, it aims to develop an understanding of the design, characteristics and operation of a number of networks supporting mobility. The course focuses upon Wireless Local Area networks in the home, hotspots and business, and mobile computing. A central theme is the associated protocols including use of the Internet Protocol in mobile scenarios. The use of GSM and 3G cellular networks to interconnect mobile computing devices is explained. The module includes descriptions of radio propagation and antennas related to wireless networking. 3 credits. Prerequisite: APT 1030 Fundamentals of Programming, APT 3040 Object Oriented Analysis and Design & Programming APT 3080 Management Information Systems Management Information Systems comprises an introduction to the foundations, technology and applications of Management Information Systems (MIS). The course emphasizes 'Systems Thinking;' i.e., the conceptualization of Information Systems as structured configurations of elements behaving collectively to serve the information needs of an organization. 3 credits. Prerequisite: APT 1050: Database System APT 3090 Cryptography and Network Security The course introduces the core techniques of cryptography around which security and trust can be constructed, and highlights the implications of using such techniques. It also looks at the entire key management lifecycle, and examines the differing requirements and methodologies for managing cryptographic keys of different types. The course ends by looking at how these techniques are applied in various applications and standards, from VPNs to secure email. The applications and techniques described are accompanied by a description of their strengths and limitations and the necessary supporting infrastructure. 3 credits. Prerequisite APT 2050: Computer Network and Telecommunication APP 4030 Information Systems & Engineering Concepts of a systems development methodology. Need for systems development methodology tools and techniques. Systems development life cycle. Tools and techniques of data modeling and behavior modeling. Use of case tools. The information engineering methodology: philosophy, tools and techniques; centrality of case tools in IE. Prototyping techniques, User participation in systems development: Rapid Application Development (RAD) (eg DSDM) and Joint Application Development (JAD) methods. Object oriented systems analysis and design (OOAD): object modeling using UML; Use case scenarios; properties of objects and classes; relationship diagrams; Object states and behavior using state transition diagrams and event diagrams; CASE tools in OOAD, Soft Systems Methodology. Project management tools and techniques. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 4020, IST 4030 APP 4040 Data Structures & Algorithms Introduction to design and analysis of algorithms. Design techniques: divide-and-conquer, greedy method, dynamic programming, selection of prototypical algorithms, choice of data structures and representations, complexity measures, time, space, upper, lower bounds, asymptotic complexity, NP-completeness. Algorithms and their performance. Data abstraction, queues, linked lists, stacks, trees, graphs and associated algorithms. Sorting and searching. Implementation of algorithms and data structures in the C++ programming language. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 2020, IST 4070 APP 4060 Operating Systems II Review of assembly language. Procedure calls, stacks, interrupts, and traps. Assemblers, links, and loaders. Multiprogramming, time sharing, network operating systems, distributed operating systems, and real time systems. Operating systems architecture: monolithic/layered/virtual machine/micro kernels. Linking and loading, shared libraries, swapping. Real memory management: mono-programming, multiprogramming, partitions. Virtual Memory: paging, segmentation. I/O control, device drivers and device independence. File systems: file concepts, directories, file and directory operations, implementation issues, disk space management file storage, directory structure, file protection. Laboratory to include experiments and exercises in Unix, Linux and Windows. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 3020, IST 4070 APT 4900 Applied Computer Technology Project APT 4910 Applied Computer Technology Internship IST 0999 Computer Competency The objective of the course is to ensure a minimum level of computer usage proficiency. This will include the use of a word processor and a spreadsheet as well as basic computer concepts. 0 credits. Prerequisites: none IST 1010 Introduction to Information Systems Overview of the basic components of processing systems, namely environment, software, hardware, people, behavior, tasks and connectivity. Review of various application programs such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases and graphics and an operating system. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 0999 or the Computer Competency Test IST 2010 Computer Organization & Programming Principles of computer hardware and software technology will be presented. Topics will include CPU architecture, memory, registers, addressing modes, busses, instruction sets, multiprocessors versus single processors, peripheral devices; Operating systems modules - processes, process management, memory and file system management, examples and contrasts of hardware architectures and operating systems. Introduction to assembly language fundamentals. Number systems, machine language and assembly language. Procedure calls, stacks, interrupts and traps. Assemblers, linkers and loaders. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 1010 IST 2020 Introduction to Programming Introduction to programming techniques and logical constructs. Data types. Statements and expressions. Decision constructs (eg if-then-else statements). Repetition and loops. Simple data structures definition and manipulation. Structures programming concepts. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 1010, IST 2010 IST 2040 Information Systems & Applications End-user systems versus organization information systems; analysis of knowledge work and its requirements. Software functionality to support group productivity. Access to organization data and external data. Designing and implementing a user interface using package software. Developing and using small information systems for individuals and groups using database and expert system software. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 1010 IST 2050 Electronic Business Strategy Architecture & Design Course focuses on organizational strategy and networked information technologies to implement a rich variety of business models connecting individuals, businesses, governments and other organizations to each other. The course provides an introduction to e-business strategy, and the development and architecture of e-business solutions and their components. Topics will include: e-commerce economics, business models, value chain analysis, technology architectures for e-business, design of solutions for the internet, site design, intranets and extranets, EDI, payment systems, support for inbound and outbound logistics. Transborder data flows, legal and ethical issues, disaster planning and recovery. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 2010, IST 2020 IST 3020 Principles of Operating Systems Design and performance evaluations of modern operating systems. Mapping and binding of addresses. Organization of multiprogramming and multiprocessing systems; interrupts, process model and interlocks. Resource allocation models and problems of deadlocks. Scheduling, synchronization. Memory management, virtual memory. I/O control, file systems. Laboratory to include experiments and exercises in Unix, Linux and Windows. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 2010, IST 2020 IST 4010 Advanced Information Systems Overview of executive information systems, expert systems and distributed systems at the operational, tactical and strategic levels; includes user/system interaction, systems planning, hardware and software, management, maintenance, security and evaluation. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 2040 or IST 2050 IST 4020 Systems Analysis & Design Concepts, philosophies and trends in systems analysis and design; systems development life cycles; process modeling and prototyping; computer support for systems development/methodologies; system implementation and its relationship to the construction and delivery phases of the life cycle. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 4010 IST 4030 Database Management Systems Data structure and file organization; data description languages. Integration of disk access time, block size, file structure, normal forms, linked lists, query types, tree structures and performance specifications into the database; design of relational database management systems, characteristics of vendor supplied database software packages. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 4010, IST 4020 IST 4040 Decision Analysis Characterization of decision models under risk and uncertainty, analysis of transportation, allocation and distribution problems with mathematical programming; queuing and simulation models, decision support systems for quantitative analysis of manufacturing and service operations; fundamentals of expert systems and intelligent decision support systems. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 2040 or IST 2050, MTH 2010 or MTH 2210 IST 4050 Global Information Systems Overview of trans-national telecommunications, teleprocessing, data communications and distributed information systems at operational, tactical and strategic levels; distributed systems hardware, software, design, management, security and evaluation. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 4010 IST 4060 Telecommunications & Networks OVERVIEW of telecommunications fundamentals, including the structure of local and international telephone networks, data networks and integrated services digital networks. In-depth study of layered communication architectures in local areal networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs). International telecommunication standards and standards organizations. Installation, configuration, integration and management of networks will be practiced. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 4010 IST 4070 Object-Oriented Programming Introduction to advanced data structures and algorithms - arrays, records, lists and trees, and associated methods for data manipulations. In-depth study of object-oriented programming: definition of objects and classes and methods. Graphic classes and graphical user interface components. Files and streams. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 4010, IST 4020 IST 4080 Backend Database and Structured Query Language This course will enable the students to learn implementing the backed databases in client server environments, Included will be issues about facilitating SQL requests from the front-end of the system and monitoring systems performance, responses, traffics and administration. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 4010, IST 4020 IST 4900 Information Systems Senior Project Contemporary developments in the presentation of managerial information. Trends in relational database systems and the applications development tools. Independent business application development project including requirements analysis, design and implementation, and presentation (oral and written). 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 4060, IST 4070, IST 4080 DST 4010 Distributed Systems This course covers a broad range of topics related to distributed systems. Distributed systems consist of a set of PCs or workstations connected by a network, that run special software that allows for transparent sharing of the distributed computing resources and data. Topics include forms of distributed system: loosely and tightly coupled; Networks and protocols; Distributed file systems: file and directory services, concurrency control, replicated files. 3 credits. Prerequisite: APT 2050 Computer Networks and Telecommunications DST 4020 Mobile computing Performance Analysis and Enhancement for IEEE 802.11 MAC protocol. A Novel Analytical Modeling for Optimal Channel Partitioning in the Next Generation Integrated Wireless and Mobile Networks .Energy Efficient Routing Protocols for Wireless Sensor Networks: . Research Topics in Bluetooth. Multicast in Wireless Environment .Strategies for Enhancing Routing Security in Wireless Networks .Generic and Scalable Security Schemes for Ad Hoc Networks .Wireless LANs and PANs. Recent Advances in Mobile Networks. 3 credits. Prerequisite: APT2050 Computer Networks and Telecommunications DST 4030 Parallel Computing DST 4040 Digital Wireless Communication and Networks DST 4050 Embedded Real-Time Systems NET 4010 Client-Server & Distributed Systems Review of the strategic perspective for implementing client-server computing. Survey of client-server database servers. Database programming languages and tools for developing client-server applications. Distributed databases, distributed systems hardware, software, design, management, security and evaluation. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 4060 NET 4020 Network Management Review of LAN and WAN technologies. Network organization. Managing of telecommunication networks, cost-benefit analysis and evaluation of different network options. Managing the Internet. Simple Network Management Protocol. Web-based network management. Network management software and network monitoring tools. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 4060, NET 4010 NET 4030 Internet Architecture & Protocols In-depth study of internetworking concepts, architectures, and protocols. The Internet protocol (IP) and the transport control protocol (TCP). Client-server interaction and the socket interface. Application layer protocols of the TCP/IP protocol suite. Creating static dynamic and active World Wide Web (WWW) documents. Study of different Web programming and scripting languages, including Java. Students will be expected to build a simple web-based information system. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST 4060, NET 4010 NET 4040 Telecommunications Operations Review of: modulation techniques and bandwidth. Noise, attention and crosstalk. Guided transmission media. Unguided transmission media. Traditional telephone services. Telephone network data services. Digital transmission systems. Telecommunications connections. Physical topology. Telecommunications transmission methods. Telecommunications signal compression. Telecommunications and television services. The race for television services. Television technology. Video recorders and players. Cable television. Digital television. High-speed data services. Packet switching and internet access. Internet protocols and connectivity. Broadband services with local loops. Broadband services with coaxial cable. Broadband services with DBS satellite. Virtual private networking. X.25 services. Frame relay services. Frame relay and x.25 comparisons. VPNs for small business. 3 credits. Prerequisites: NET 4030, IST 4060 NSC 2215 Introduction to Physical Mechanics SFE 4010 Human Computer Interaction SFE 4020 Software Design and Architecture SFE 4030 Software Testing and Quality Assurance Topics include methods of testing, verification and validation, quality assurance processes and techniques, methods and types of testing, and ISO 9000/SEI CMM process evaluation. 3 credits. Prerequisite APT 2080: Introduction to Software Engineering SFE 4040 Software Requirements & Estimation Topics include methods of testing, verification and validation, quality assurance processes and techniques, methods and types of testing, and ISO 9000/SEI CMM process evaluation. 3 credits. Prerequisite APT 2080: Introduction to Software Engineering SFE 4050 Software Process and Project Management The course addresses the aspects of software process and project management. Topics include: Software Process Maturity Software maturity Framework; Process Reference Models Capability Maturity Model; Software Project Management Renaissance Conventional Software Management; Project Planning Software Life Cycle Models; Project Tracking and Control issues. 3 credits. Prerequisite APT 2080: Introduction to Software Engineering Environment: Science, Policy & Management
ENV 2000 Introduction to Environmental ScienceThe Earth's physical resources (air, water, soil, and minerals) and human beings' impact upon them; pollution and depletion of resources; solid waste; methods of preventing, reducing, or eliminating problems. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none ENV 2001 Sustainable Resource Management The sustainable management of resources, agriculture, agro forestry, forestry, range, and fisheries. The economics and environmental goals of improved management. Making things work, restoring previous damage, and improving the land. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none ENV 3200 Water Use & Management The limitations of world water resources and increased conflicts; critical importance of conservation. Emphasis on increasing efficiency of use and reuse. Use of case studies and applied problems to examine cultural conflicts and opportunities for cooperation in water resource management. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none ENV 3288 Field Studies The essential tools for the environmental professional of field work and field studies. Environmental restoration or research projects. Credit opportunities for field work at an established international program. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none ENV 3300 Energy Use & Management The essential tools for the environmental professional of fieldwork and field studies. Environmental restoration or research projects. Credit opportunities for field work at an established international program. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none ENV 4000 Environmental Economics Economics and environmental issued. Concepts and policy issues associated with renewable and non-renewable natural resource management, pollution, environmental protection and regulation. Opportunities for green entrepreneurship are examined. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none ENV 4200 Environmental Law Laws, international agreements, environmental assessment, and agencies that provide for protection of the environment and their impact and effectiveness; future needs and directions. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none NSC 2205 Human Physiology Functions of the systems of the human body and their relation to homeostasis; includes disease prevention and cure, health, wellness and nutrition. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none NSC 2212 Life, Environment & Society For the non-science major; important scientific issues affecting society; topics include the origin of life, health issues, necessities of life, energy and environmental problems. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none NSC 2215 Introduction to Physical Mechanics Introduction to topics from chemistry, geology, and astronomy; discusses the structure of atoms, the periodic table, chemical reactions, earth's geological structure and earthquakes, and stars and the solar system; taught through lectures, films and demonstrations. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none NSC 2216 Introduction to Earth Sciences Introduction to topics from chemistry, geophysics, geology, and astronomy; discusses the structure of atoms, the periodic table, chemical reactions, earth's geophysical structure and earthquakes, and universe, galaxies and solar systems. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none NSC 3304 Biology & the Environment Introduction to biology that stresses the relationship of living things to their physical and biotic environments; biological molecules and processes, cell structure and function, evolution, heredity, and genetics; species, diversity of life forms, ecosystems, and the interdependence of ecosystem components. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ENG 1106 GEO 3000 Geography & the Environment Geographic variability of climate, landforms, vegetation and resources and the effect of that variability on humans and other organisms; the relationship of environmental problems to geographical location; the global impact of "local" environmental problems. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none Criminology, Forensics & Law
CJS 1101 Introduction to Criminal Justice SystemsCJS 1103 Juvenile Justice CJS 1104 Criminology CJS 2201 Criminal Law CJS 2202 Criminal Procedure CJS 2204 Corrections and Punishment CJS 2205 Ethics in Criminal Justice CJS 2207 Diversity and Criminal Justice CJS 2210 Crime and Gender CJS 2211 Community and Social Justice CJS 3301 Crime and Public Policy CJS 3303 Victimology CJS 3305 Forensic Science CJS 3306 Criminal Investigations CJS 3307 Comparative Criminal Justice Systems CJS 3309 Terrorism and International Security This is a course in terrorism using a criminological and criminal justice framework for studying terrorist groups and organizations, terrorist origins, goals, dynamics, ideologies, counter-terrorism and homeland security. 3 credits. CJS 3312 Community Policing CJS 3313 Information Technology and Crime CJS 4120 Criminal Evidence CJS 4130 Research Methods in Criminal Justice CJS 4136 International Criminal Law and Procedures CJS 4140 Police Administration CJS 4150 Criminal Justice Administration CJS 4125 Seminar in Criminal Justice FIC 4020 Forensic Accounting & Fraud Investigation This is a course in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation. The course will cover aspect of legal, psychological and social implications of fraud and white collar crime in business organizations. The student will gain an understanding of the various types of fraud as well as how to detect and prevent these frauds. It will explore methods of concealment and discuss various ways of uncovering accounting fraud and detecting creative accounting. It will provide an understanding of how to use trend analysis of financial statements to uncover certain types of fraud and the role of internal audit assessments. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST1010 Introduction to Information Technology FIC 4040 Information Technology and Cybercrime Cybercrime course examines how the online world has borne new crimes and law enforcement responses, as well as investigates how the computer has become both a target of attack and a tool for criminal activity. Cybercrime explores a number of emerging cybercrimes (cyber-stalking, hacking, and attacks to critical infrastructure), and also explores how old crimes are affected in new mediums (organized crime, electronic theft, pornography, child abuse materials, and peer-to-peer file-sharing systems). How do nation-states regulate criminal activity of those persons and organizations located abroad? How is law enforcement shifting from traditional mechanisms to new regulatory regimes and technological solutions? Additional topics include cyber-terrorism, hactivism, information warfare, and digital forensics. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IST1010 Introduction to Information Technology PSY 2105 Social Psychology PSY 2125 Human Sexuality PSY 3115 Abnormal Psychology SOC 2201 Introduction to Sociology Dynamics of group life, social process, and social organisational; social institutions and systems (family, education, economics, politics, religion, health); fundamental theoretical concepts underlying sociology, their use in organising and elucidating data on social phenomena, and relationship to contemporary issues and problems. 3 credits. SOC 3305 Deviant Behaviour Foreign Languages & Cultural Studies
GEO 2100 World Regional GeographyA study of the major regions of the world and their physical, cultural, economic, and political patterns is presented in this course. The interaction of people and their physical environments from a geographic perspective that emphasizes the spatial distribution of phenomena. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ENG 1106 HIS 2010 History of Africa Since 1800 This course examines some of the major themes in the history of Africa from 1800 AD. Africa will be studied in the context of both the internal and external forces and events that have shaped the continent in the last two centuries. Historical debates surrounding some of the issues will be identified. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none HIS 3015 20th Century Eastern Africa A study of the historical forces that have shaped Eastern Africa. Starts with pre-colonial societies and covers such topics as European intrusion and the partition of East Africa; the establishment of colonial states in Tanganyika, Uganda and Kenya and East Africa in WWI. It also focuses on the colonial economy in Kenya, Uganda and Tanganyika; East Africa and WWII; nationalism in East Africa; the East African community; post-independence developments, the collapse of the East African Community; and inter-state political and economic relations. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none HIS 3025 History of Kenya The course examines the historical transformation of Kenya from the onset of colonialism. Starting with a survey of the peoples of Kenya in 1890's, it deals with the interacting forces, events and people that have shaped Kenya in the 20th century. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none HIS 4120 African Economic History Since 1900 This course focuses on the economic history of Africa since 1900 and entails an analysis of major economic trends from the on-set of colonialism to the post-colonial era. Particular emphasis will be placed on agriculture, colonialism, colonial capitalism, industrialization, mining, indigenous capitalism, urbanization, proletarialization, commerce and attempts at continental economic cooperation. These thematic issues will be discussed in the context of theoretical debates on development and underdevelopment, imperialism and colonialism, neo-colonialism and dependency. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 3060 African International Relations A survey of relations among selected African nations, and among African nations and other regions of the world; the role of ideology, foreign economic and political pressures, and personality on African international policies. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 4001 Regional Conflict in Africa This course surveys past and present trends in conflict and cooperation in Africa. It examines the role of military and economic organizations in the management of African conflicts, and analyzes in detail the role of the OAU in conflict management in Africa. The courses also examines the role of extracontinental actors in the conflicts in Africa. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 4050 US-Africa Relations This course surveys US relations with African states. It engages in a historical survey, and examines the position of the US on colonialism in Africa, as well as anti-colonial movements. The course further examines the place of independent African states during the Cold War, including the problems of dependency and aid. The course eventually adopts a contemporary perspective and examines the major post-Cold War issues in Africa-US relations. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 4811 Critical Issues in Africa This seminar surveys the challenges facing Africa as it enters into the 21st century. It examines critically the main themes and problems that Africa must contend with, including political and economic liberalization, the impact of technology on African states, the impact and role of information technology, ethnicity and demographic changes, urbanization, and the use of human resources. The course projects these themes into the future, and the survival of Africa as a viable entity in the international system. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 3010 Developmental Issues in Africa Surveys the variety and diversity of issues affecting development in Africa. It takes a historical perspective, and examines trends in the development process in Africa. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none LIT 4785 African Authors Seminar In-depth consideration of the works of one or two significant writers (novelist, poet, dramatist or short story writer); his, her or their contribution to the life and letters of Africa. 3 credits. Prerequisites: LIT 1105 SWA 1000 Beginning Kiswahili I An introduction to the history, origin, and spread of Kiswahili; basic greetings, pronunciation, noun class system, verb structure, pronouns, adjectives, adverbs, sentence structure. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none SWA 1001 Beginning Kiswahili II Broaden vocabulary base, focus on use of present, past, future verb tenses; introduction of -me- tense and the imperative; introduction of locative expressions and negative verb formation, possessive pronouns, object pronouns, telling time. 3 credits. Prerequisites: SWA 1000 SPN 1000 Beginning Spanish I This is the first Spanish course in a sequential series conducted in Spanish. The study involves basic language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Course not open to students with more than one year of high school Spanish unless courses were completed more than five years ago. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none SPN 1001 Beginning Spanish II Second course in a sequential series; basic language skills continued. Course not open to students with more than two years of high school Spanish unless courses were completed more than five years ago. Course is given in Spanish. 3 credits. Prerequisites: SPN 1000 SPN 2002 Business Spanish This course is a bridge between Beginning Spanish and Advanced Grammar & Composition with emphasis on spoken Spanish in the context of skills needed in the business world. This course is recommended for students pursuing degrees in International Relations and Business Administration. It is meant to be a conversational course. 3 credits. Prerequisites: SPN 1001 SPN 2003 Tourist Spanish This course is a bridge between Beginning Spanish and Advanced Grammar & Composition with emphasis on spoken Spanish in the context of skills needed in the tourist world. This course is recommended for students pursuing degrees in Journalism, Hotel & Restaurant Management and Tourism Management. It is meant to be a conversational course. 3 credits. Prerequisites: SPN 1001 SPN 3001 Literature in Spanish II Analysis and interpretation of outstanding works of literature in Spanish. Course conducted in Spanish. 3 credits. Prerequisites: SPN 2500 SPN 3002 Literature in Spanish II Analysis and interpretation of outstanding works of literature in Spanish. Course conducted in Spanish. 3 credits. Prerequisites: SPN 2500 SPN 4000 Culture & Civilization of Spain This course is a survey of the geography, history, dance architecture, art, fine arts, science, culture and customs of Spain. The course is conducted in Spanish. It may include an educational trip to Spain. 3 credits. Prerequisites: SPN 2500 SPN 4005 Culture & Civilization of Latin America Study of the history, arts and important personages of Latin America. Course conducted in Spanish. 3 credits. Prerequisites: SPN 2500 CHI 1000 Beginning Chinese I This is the first Chinese course in a sequential series conducted in Chinese. The study involves basic language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none CHI 1001 Beginning Chinese II Second course in a sequential series; basic language skills continue. Course will not open to students with more than two years of high school Chinese unless courses were completed more than five years ago. Course is given in Chinese. 3 credits. Prerequisites: CHI 1000 ARB 1000 Beginning Arabic I This first course in a sequential series introduces students to the basic skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing standard Arabic. Lexis and structure are presented and practiced in context with glimpses at culture and civilization. By the end of the course, students should be able to embark upon further study of Arabic grammar. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none ARB 3001 Arabic Culture and Civilization The course surveys the history, geography and literature of the Arab World. It reviews the cultural, social, political trend and explores customs and traditions. It is conducted in Arabic and many be taken as part of the Windows to the World program. 3 credits. Prerequisite: Arabic 3000 FRN 1000 Beginning French I First course in a sequential series; study basic language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Course not open to students with more than one year of high school French unless the course was completed five years ago. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none FRN 1001 Beginning French II Second course in a sequential series; study of basic language skills continued; course conducted in French. Course not open to students with more than two years of high school French unless the course was completed five years ago. 3 credits. Prerequisites: FRN 1000 FRN 2001 Intermediate French I This is the first course in the intermediate French series. It is intended for students who have finished FRN 1001 as well as those students who have to take a minor in French. Students will get into finer details of grammar like the use of the subjunctive and conditional modes. 3 credits. Prerequisites: FRN 1001 or placement FRN 2500 Advanced Grammar & Composition Constitutes the first course in Advanced French, and is open to students who have successfully completed the Intermediate course. In terms of content, more grammar and phonological skills are availed to the students, in addition to cultural information about the French-speaking world. 3 credits. Prerequisites: FRN 2002 FRN 3000 Literature in French I Analysis and interpretation of outstanding works of Francophone literature in French. Course conducted in French. 3 credits. Prerequisites: FRN 2500 JPN 1000 Beginning Japanese I First course in a sequential series; basic language skill of listening, speaking, reading and writing. basic greetings, numbers, time expressions; "desu" (be), its conjugation and sentence pattern; the verbs and sentence pattern for movement; transitive and intransitive verbs for daily activities; how to write and read in Hiragana letters. Course is not open to students with more than one year of high school Japanese unless courses were completed more than five years ago. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none JPN 1001 Beginning Japanese II Second course in a sequential series. The attempts to master basic language skills continue. Mentioning means, period of time, various types of quantity; adjectives; verbs for existence; non-volitional verbs; superlative/comparative sentences; how to read and write Katakana letters. Course not open to students with more than three years of high school Japanese unless courses were completed more than five years ago. 3 credits. Prerequisites: JPN 1000 International Relations & Political Science
IRL 2000 Foundations of International RelationsAnalysis of contemporary state systems: inquiry into national power, national interests, foreign policy decision making, foreign trade issues, use of force, conflict resolution and international organizations. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 2005 Comparative Foreign Policy Constant and variable factors determining foreign policies of major powers from a comparative perspective, including various techniques employed by states at the bilateral and multilateral levels. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 2010 The UN in Action A theoretical and applied survey of the Untied Nations System with particular emphasis on the agendas, procedural rules, deliberations, and decision-making processes of its main organs. Includes field experience to the Model United Nations. Required for students who are first-time participants in Model United Nations. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 2100 Introduction to Human Rights The concept of humans having rights is so central to world politics that it is almost impossible to understand current political discourse without it. Governments justify their legitimacy, and sometimes their use of force, with teh idea of upholding human rights. Many NGOs make their raison d'etre to observe human rights practices, and the media makes constant reference to human rights. Understanding these dimensions is essential to evaluating the arguments put forward in the name of human rights today. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 2150 Research Methods for International Relations Study of major types and methods of research and data collection; methods of data analysis, and mechanics of writing research reports and scholarly works (essay, term paper, dissertation, publishable articles). 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 2220 Refugees Studies In the wake of numerous internal conflicts and Civil Wars, there is a rapid increase in refugees throughout the world. This course addresses issues of refugees, asylum seekers and the internally displaced, the criteria used in determining refugee status, resettlement and repatriation along with the various Conventions, Declarations and Agreements governing refugee issues, as well as problems faced by refugees in camps and on their journeys to these camps. The course uses a lot of country and individual case studies and multimedia materials so as to give the student a better understanding of the course. The student will also learn how to argue out cases for or against asylum seekers to determine their refugee status. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 2150 Research Methods for IR Study of major types of research, methods of data collection and treatment, applied critical analysis of source materials, mechanics of writing research papers. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ENG 1106, ENG 2206, IRL 2000 IRL 3000 Comparative Political Systems Political systems; federal and unitary, parliamentary and presidential, party politics and electoral systems; emphasis on such major powers as Great Britain, France, Germany, Russia, China and Japan. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IRL 2000 IRL 3005 Contemporary International Ideologies Survey of major ideologies and systems of modern governments with special emphasis on democracy, authoritarianism and totalitarianism. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IRL 2000 IRL 3015 Introduction to Peace & Conflict Studies This course offers an introduction to and an analysis of issues and theories about peace, violence and conflict. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 3021 Humger & Development This course exposes students to the issues relating to food production, preservation and distribution. It focuses on factors that contribute to poverty underdevelopment and hunger in Africa. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IRL 2000 IRL 3040 Politics in Africa This course is designed as a comprehensive examination and analysis of the major issues that have characterized African Politics and Government since independence. The course begins with a brief survey of precolonial and colonial political systems, with a view of situating the postcolonial African Politics in its historical context. Among the issues will be discussed include approaches to the study of African Politics and International Relations, the colonial legacy, nationalism, sub-nationalism, Pan-Africanism, the nature of regimes, militarism, personal rule, the African State, development ideologies and approaches, the peasantry, pressure and interest groups, race and gender, democratization, human rights, good governance and ethnicity and ethnic politics. Thus, at the end of the quarter, students should have explored the various challenges Africa faces today and be able to chart the way forward as the continent enters into the New Millennium. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IRL 2000 IRL 3035 Politics of Developing Nations Development patterns in less-developed countries (LCDs); examination of North-South relations, their role in international organizations; issues in modernization and industrialization. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 3045 Politics of Regionalism in Africa The course provides a historical overview of attempts at regionalism as a contemporary manifestation of this historical urge to a unity of Africans as well as analysis of contemporary realities of these schemes on the African continent. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 3100 Essence of Diplomacy Diplomatic practices among major powers and developing nations in historical perspective. A detailed look at the applications of contemporary diplomacy and its impact on international politics. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IRL 2000 IRL 4015 International Organizations Survey of leading international organizations past and present. Analysis of their impact on international politics and the changing global order. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IRL 2000 IRL 3200 Negotiation & Mediation This course aims to introduce students to the pivotal role of negotiation and mediation in overall global diplomacy. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IRL 2000 IRL 4025 World Crises & Transformational Politics Examination of causes and consequence of political unrest; questions of rebellion and civil disobedience, urban guerrilla warfare, insurgency and belligerency and praetorianism. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 4030 Politics of International Economics Study of international economic relations; includes economic nationalism, free trade vs protectionism, regional economic trade blocs, commodity power and activities of multinational corporations. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IRL 2000 IRL 4035 Environmental Politics Examination of the global ecosystem; survey of ecological damage caused by air-water pollution, hazardous wastes, atmospheric changes; international cooperative efforts to protect world natural environments. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 4045 Security Strategies Survey of the nature and significance of organized and spontaneous force in international relations; includes the analysis of strategic theory, national security policy, weapons system, military government, guerrilla warfare, international terrorism, police and army behavior, rebellion, revolution and war. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 4050 US-Africa Relations Survey of US foreign policies towards African nations, including trade and foreign aid policies. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 4055 US-Afro-Arab Relations Survey of US foreign policies towards African nations, including trade and foreign aid policies; examination of US policies in the Middle East with emphasis on Arab-Israeli conflicts and oil diplomacy. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 4065 US-East African Relations This course undertakes a critical examination of US relations with the countries of Eastern Africa. It examines the basis of US relations with the individual countries in the region (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Somalia, Ethiopia, Rwanda and Burundi and Zaire) and particularly analyses the different policies of the US with each of the states; the course also examines the different responses of the individual states to US policy, and eventually makes a comparative survey of US policies and responses in the Eastern Africa region. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 4100 International Law Procedures and substantive law of nations. Analysis of the relationship between legal systems and state behaviors. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IRL 2000 IRL 4120 International Humanitarian Law This course seeks to address the need to find proactive steps to forestall the escalation of armed violence and ensure knowledge of and respect for International Humanitarian norms. IHL addresses legal thinking, promotes justice in armed conflict, International Law, Human Rights, and the Geneva Convention on the Law of Wars. IHL has the fundamental goal of protecting individuals' fundamental rights during times of armed conflicts. The student will learn the history and purpose of IHL, other laws of war, types of armed conflicts and the conduct of hostilities, the question of Prisoners of War and the wounded, actors of IHL, its implementation and violations to provide a scholarly grounding. This knowledge will equip an IHL student to work in conflict situations, amongst refugees, during reconstruction resettlement and variety of development programs. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 4150 Area Studies Survey of the politics of the world's regions with a view to explaining and understanding their impact on foreign policy and international politics. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IRL 2000 IRL 4800 Critical Issues in US Foreign Policy Analysis of US role in the international arena in the coming century; the concept of Pax Americana and the New World Order; the US role in maintaining international peace and security, and in promoting a sound economic system on a global scale. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 4850 Studies in International Crisis This course examines the origin, sequence and solutions to international crisis. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none IRL 4900 IR Senior Project Extended individual research or project under the direction of a faculty member and approved by the department chair or dean. Projects may include library or empirical research, analysis and written or oral presentation of a report or topic in the student's major field. 3 credits. Prerequisites: senior standing POL 2201 Introduction to Political Science Basic theories and practices, which characterize political behavior in the national and international community. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none Communications: Journalism, Media & Advertising
COM 1500 Intercultural CommunicationStudy of cultural issues in their relation to communication, language, society, family, work, education, problem solving, religion and world views. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none JRN 1102 International Mass Media This course develops the sudent's knowledge and understanding of global mass communication. In analyzing international media theories and systems, it addresses the practice and study of journalism from a variety of international perspectives. It recognizes global trends in information flows and media ownership, and examines similarities and differences in journalism activities and techniques. A study of News Agencies as agents of globalization is incorporated. Finally, the course introduces the student into functioning as an international correspondent. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none JRN 1105 Introduction to Broadcast Media Basics of media production: TV camerawork, audio, microphones, lighting, videography, and basic recording of sound. Elementary aspects of staging, makeup, camera direction, and props, used on basic training and other practical projects. Tutorial and laboratory use of elementary media production equipment and techniques. Course materials cover both radio and television writing. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none JRN 1106 History & Theory of Public Relations Focus in this course will be on an intensive examination of the practice of public relations. Topics include the organization and management of public relations agencies; planning and executing multimedia public relations campaigns, special problems, the management of public opinion; research and evaluation techniques in public relations, in addition to the function of institutional public relations for government or industry. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none JRN 1109 Intro to Mass Communications The JRN 1109 course traces the historical development of print, broadcast, public relations and advertising and its impact on society, and at the same time, it examines the rapid growth and development of the internet. It introduces students to the inventors, patents, copyright regulations, scriptwriting formats, Kenya government media regulation statutes, and careers in the media industry. At the same time, the course explores how the media reflect and inspire cultural, political, and ethical norms with emphasis on various storytelling techniques based on audience and method of delivery. The course also examines the role of the mass media in the creation for the audience. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none JRN 2102 Introduction to News Editing News gathering and editing theories and techniques, policies and philosophies, page layout, printing production and design. Professional orientation for journalism, public relations and advertising including in-house publications and journals, newsletters and press releases. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none Co-requisites: writing for the Gazette, the student-run newspaper JRN 2103 Fundamentals of Photography This course has been structured to give students basic practical skills in photography. The course is also designed to equip students with an understanding of the role of photography in communication, its history and development. The course also aims at helping students appreciate the environment in which photographers operate. It is also the purpose of this course to give students an outline of the legal, ethical and moral bounds within which photographers are expected to do their work. Since this is an advanced course, students will be expected to put their basic photographic skill to practical use by undertaking a photo story project Lastly but not least, this course is also aimed at giving students practical basic skills in picture processing computer soft ware. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none JRN 2106 Principles of Broadcasting Writing for broadcast media, elements of radio and television program productions, radio and television news reporting, live coverage of events on location. Definitions of terms and the process of electronic media communication, and characteristics of radio. Characteristics and roles of television and radio, television and radio studio layout, radio and television pre-production, production and post-production, animation cartoons, puppets, new technologies, sound recording, news stories, features, audio and audio-visual documentary programs. 3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 1105 JRN 2109 History & Theory of Advertising This course aims to provide students with knowledge of the principles and techniques used in the practice of advertising to sell goods, services and ideas. It considers the development of advertising, its functions and varieties, basic advertising research, basic media strategy, media markets and audience for newspapers and magazines, television and radio, in addition to other media services, preparing advertising copy layout, development of advertising campaigns and budgeting. 3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 1106 JRN 2201 Introduction to Print Media Reporting The concept and nature of news as a product, qualities and desirable qualifications of a news reporter, sources of news, types of news events, the Inverted and Hourglass news writing styles, gatekeeping and interview techniques. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none JRN 2221 Theories of Mass Communication Development of an understanding of how the print broadcast and film media genres began and grew in Kenya, Britain and the US. Focus is on engineering, technological and technical creative dimensions of the development of the mass media. Develops students' knowledge and comprehension of theories of human communication in general and mass media communication effects in particular. Emphasis is on the application theories and models in problem solving. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none JRN 2223 Theories of Mass Communications This course is aimed at developing knowledge and understanding of various theories relevant to the study of mass communication. It will give students a sound theoretical grounding in in media studies and equip them with teh competency to work as media professionals. 3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 1106 JRN 3000 News Reporting & Writing Emphasis will be on reporting, the gathering of information and turning that raw information into readable, informative and compelling stories for a newspaper audience. Issues covered include news theory, research, story structure and deadline writing. Story components such as the Intro/Lead, attribution, the nut graph and backgrounding are covered. The art of interviewing is taught and tested. Beats such as the police, the courts, sports, business reporting, local government, parliament, education, health and covering Press conferences are introduced. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none. Co-requisites: writing for the Gazette, the student-run newspaper. JRN 3005 Fundamentals of Photography This course develops an understanding of the scientific, technical and creative principles of still photography. The use of the 35mm camera. Basic aspects of photographic composition. Among practical topics covered will be: focusing, framing, shutter & motion, depth of field, metering, the use of flash, shooting portraits and darkroom techniques. Equipment: 35mm camera and flash unit, film, darkroom and chemicals. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none JRN 3006 International mass Media This course contributes, partly and at the advanced level, to the following Journalism Programme Learning Outcome (PLO); that at the end of the program graduates will be able to critically discuss communication theory and its application to local and global mass media and communication systems, structures, and operations (PLO#2). 3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 1106 JRN 3007 Communication Law & Ethics This course explores the social role of journalism and the journalist from legal, historical, ethical and economic perspectives. Select case studies are from legal, ethical and professional points of view. On legality, the course will equip the student journalist with a working knowledge of media law relevant to their distinctive callings. Libel laws, trespass/privacy and government-related laws as they pertain to Kenya will be examined. On ethics and professionalism, the course covers such perennial controversies as truth, journalism's first obligation; who journalists work for, objectivity, independence; proportionality; monitor of power; engagement versus relevance; and the dynamics between Press freedom and the protection of individual and community rights. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none JRN 3009 Community Media A critique of approaches to alternative media, based on critical theory and theories of popular culture. The application of the critique to alternative media, to have some impact on issues such as access, cultural development, trading and production, in rural and/or community settings, feasibility studies of rural newspapers, radio stations, rural video production, and other projects. 3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 3000 JRN 3010 Video and Television Production I A course on audio-visual media, and evaluation of programs. Students work as individuals and in groups on a variety of programs and in different talent and production roles. Tutorial and lab exercises require students to have basic media production skills. Knowledge of production equipment and camera techniques such as camera shots, movements, angles, and picture composition. Knowledge of script writing, lighting equipment, television studio and control room, electronic editing, post-production work and practical assignments. 3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 2106 JRN 3011 Online Journalism This course serves as an introduction to the practice of journalism on the Web. It provides an overview of the technologies involved in building a web application, including skills learning. Students will learn about journalistic issues relating to credibility, ethics and standards on the Web. History and context of new media publishing, finding and evaluating information online, hypertext and writing for new media, site architecture and design, digital images, digital cameras, scanning, a case study on the future of Web-based journalism 3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 3000 JRN 3022 Business Writing This course introduces the tools and terms of business journalism so that students can report business stories in a readable and understandable language. Students will be exposed to different business beats. They will be taught to develop sources and analyze data: charts, graphs, financial reports, economic indicators and on-line resources. A major emphasis is on writing well-crafted, lively stories that explain business concepts without relying upon the twin crutches of jargon and cliché. 3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 3000 JRN 3014 Corporate Media Management Attention is focused on managerial communication practices and skills, organization and financing of media house services, criticisms and evaluation of media services. Also covered are communication channels, networks and organizational communication techniques. This course also explores media house management structures, procedures, policies and goals of news operations within print and broadcast media. It delves into the mechanics of news making as an industry; business models, technology, relationships with program consumers, and the impact of the increasing complexity and competition. Such changes put a premium on management planning and standards; all of which are essential in creating a unique and differentiated presence in the program marketplace. 3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 1106 JRN 3018 Public Relations & Organizational Communication This subject introduces students to contemporary Kenyan and international public relations and organizational communication practice. Students develop an understanding of contemporary public relations in the context of international and external organizational communication and in the relationship between practice and theory. 3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 1106 JRN 3020 Development Journalism Are the journalists doing enough toward the development of a society that is undergoing serious reconstruction? Can journalism be used to actually benefit and inspire its audience? This course envisions the needs of a developing country. It focuses on communities doing things for themselves. Apart from its traditional beats, journalism is also about highlighting what people are doing to help transform their lives, be it alongside government or on their own. The idea in this course is to avoid feeding media consumers with stories about crime, calamity and scandal on a daily basis. But the basic professional skills of reporting are respected, taking into account the marketplace and the special target audience. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none JRN 3021 Media Audiences & Public Opinion This course aims to teach students the theory and practice of audience research methods and public opinion polls. The subject examines the techniques used in media research; how researchers define topics, structure their research, control and measure variables and how they utilize these variables to develop conclusions concerning media audiences. The subject examines issues in planning, research, reviewing literature, developing research instruments and obtaining data, analyzing data and completing research projects with written reports, observations and findings. 3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 3018 JRN 3301 Feature Writing Develops techniques of feature article writing skills, knowledge of types of feature articles, documentary-film review, book review, movie reviews, studies the operations of cinema theater industry, personal column, editorial comment, sports features and writing of obituaries. 3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 3000 JRN 3911 Principles of Public Relations Public relations principles and practices including writings and using media releases and public service announcements, media liaison, crisis communication management, handling media conferences and creating the public relations campaigns. 3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 3018 JRN 3321 Radio Production I Theory of oral-aural communication, tools of production, control room, types of microphones, sound recording equipment, acoustics, tape recorders/cassettes, sound effects, editing, voicing, program formats - interviews, talk shows, magazines, features, documentaries, script writing, presenting and practice in the studio. 3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 2106 JRN 3901 Principles of Advertising The course develops in students a good grasp of the principles of advertising. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none JRN 3911 Principles of Public Relations The course develops in the students a basic understanding of the history, principles and conduct of Public Relations (PR) work. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none JRN3922: Fundamentals of Photography This course has been structured to equip students with the basic practical skills in photography. At the end of the course, the students will be expected to be able to take, process, print and/or store quality pictures. They should also have a basic understanding of the functions and maintenance of photographic equipment. At a much less practical level, this course also aims to give the students an understanding of the place of photography in the communication process. It also the intent of this course to give students an outline of the legal, ethical and moral bounds within which photography is/should be practised. Lastly but not least, this course is also aimed at giving students practical basic skills in digital photography and picture processing computer soft ware. 3 credits. JRN 4025 Creative Writing Develops knowledge and skills of the building blocks of creative writing. Fictionalized writing based on creative interpretation of perceived events in society and creatively developing plots/themes with a view to understanding the elements of fiction writing. Analysis of plots, themes, characterization; setting, timing and environment. Perceiving and developing incidents, episodes, suspense, dialogue, flashbacks, story beginnings, story endings and humor. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none JRN 4027 Broadcast Documentary This is an advanced level course in documentary video-film, which involves shooting on location, script writing, and editing for broadcast media. Each student will undertake the writing of a major project for film or broadcast media. The course will cover writing proposal and production treatment; elements, characteristics, plot and narratively; as well as the development of a story idea through a shooting script. 3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 3321, JRN 3010 JRN 4031 Print Media Production This is a hands-on opportunity to experience print journalism. It is the practical convergence zone of all those journalistic principles already learned in earlier principal courses. Students plan, report, write and produce a quarterly newspaper/magazine that focuses primarily on campus life and in-depth stories emanating from the broader Nairobi cosmopolitan. Under the supervision of faculty and guest practicing journalists, student editors make the assignments and handle layout and copy editing, while others work as general assignment reporters. This course will sharpen you for reporting, writing and editing skills. It will prepare you for newspaper jobs and help you stretch and produce quality journalism. 3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 3000, JRN 3005, JRN 3301. Co-requisite: working for the Gazette, the student-run newspaper JRN 4032 Public Relations Ethics Event promoters and access to news assemblers, relationship between politicians or officials and the media, election campaigns and pseudo-events, efficient supply of suitable material, power and influence of source, good public relations, dependency of media on limited sources, and mutual self-interest in news coverage. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none JRN 4033 Advertising & Media Audiences The study of advertising within media economics, studies of audience effects, popular culture, and media economic policy. 3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 2109 JRN 4034 Broadcast Script Writing The student will analyze and practice the craft of scriptwriting for film, stage television, video and radio. This will include study and exercises in story construction, premise, theme, characterization, dialogue and action. The student will be required to develop a minor and major script as well as weekly projects relating to the lectures. 3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 2106 JRN 4401 Editorial Writing The course develops the students' editorial appreciation and editorial writing. The subjects include the nature and functions of various types of editorial and other opinion pieces, local and international editorial policies of newspapers, writing editorial and other opinion pieces for newspapers and magazines, selecting and managing Letters to the Editor column. 3 credits. Prerequisites: JRN 3301 JRN 4900 Journalism Senior Project Extended individual research or project under the direction of a faculty member and approved by the department chair or dean. Projects may include library or empirical research, analysis and written or oral presentation of a report on a topic in the student's major field. 3 credits. Prerequisites: senior standing Medicine, Health & Pharmacology
BCM 1341 Cellular BiologyThis course aims to teach the student the structures and purposes of basic components of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, especially macromolecules, membranes and organelles and to understand how these cellular components are used to generate and utilize energy in cells. 3 credits. Pre-requisites: None BCM 1342 Biochemistry of Biomolecules This course aims to teach the student the nature of biological forms, the mechanisms of life and the mechanisms of life processes in terms of chemistry and biology. It explains the nature and chemistry of bio-molecules and macromolecules; the biochemical factors that commonly cause disease; the bases of biochemical disorders and the diagnosis of diseases. 4.5 credits. Pre-requisites: None BCM 1343 Metabolic Processes & Disorders To teach the student the nature of biological forms, the mechanisms of life and the mechanisms of life processes in terms of chemistry and biology. The students will also acquire the metabolic pathways of different bio-molecules in the body, list and explain the metabolic disorders of medical importance. Perform some biochemical analyses and use this knowledge in the diagnosis of diseases. 4.5 credits. Pre-requisites: BCM 1341 BCM 2344 Biochemistry of Specialized Tissues To teach the student the nature of biological forms, the mechanisms of life and the mechanisms of life processes in terms of chemistry and biology of certain specialized tissues of the body. The students will perform some biochemical analyses and use this knowledge in the diagnosis of diseases. 4.5 credits. Pre-requisites: BCM 1341; BCM 1342 BCM 2345 Enzymology The objective of this course is to teach the student the nature of biological forms, the mechanisms of life and the mechanisms of life processes in terms of chemistry and biology. It will explain the mechanisms of biochemical reactions; the nature and functions of enzymes; the role of enzymes in the metabolic pathways of different bio-molecules in the body; the enzymatic disorders of medical importance and their bases in the diagnosis of diseases. 3 credits. Pre-requisites: BCM 1341 BCM 2346 Molecular Biology (Biochemistry VI) This course aims to teach the student the composition and life processes of cells at the molecular level, including the effects of drugs at that level. It will help the student to understand the principles of gene organization, replication and expression in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms; mechanisms of DNA damage and their repair; gene regulation and protein function including signal transduction and cell cycle control and relate properties of cancerous cells to mutational changes in gene function. 3 credits. Pre-requisites: BCM 1331; PHY 2333 BCM 3347 Introduction to Pharmaceutical Biotechnology The objective of this course is to provide the student with a working knowledge of the preparation, stability, formulation, Interpretation, analysis, quality control and regulation of biotechnology pharmaceutical products and also to evaluate different techniques for separation, purification, cell turnover, growth and cytotoxicity of cell type. 3 credits. Pre-requisites: BCM 1331; BCM 1341; BCM 2346 BOT 3351 Botanical Techniques This course is meant to provide the students with an overview of natural products, especially ethno botany and identification techniques for different types of natural products, their occurrence, structure, biosynthesis and properties. They will also be taught the use of natural products as starting materials for medicines through genera plants of medical impotence and will study methodology of plants collection, identification and preservation of herbs. 7.5 credits; Pre-requisites: BCM 1341; CHE 22302; CHE 2303 CHE 1305 Inorganic Chemistry I The objective of the Inorganic Chemistry Course is to introduce the student to the basic principles and methodologies of Chemistry, to create a sound starting point for the study and comprehension of the correlation between structure and the properties of materials which students will have to study in more detail in their years in pharmacy school. 4.5 credits. CHE 1306 Inorganic Chemistry II The objective of this course is to study the atomic structure and chemical bonding in details and study their application in pharmaceutical sciences. It includes the study and application of transition metal and coordination chemistry. 3 credits. Pre-requisites: CHE 1305 CHE 2303 Organic Chemistry The aim of the course is to train the student on fundamentals of carbon chemistry, the classification, sources and uses of organic compounds, and also to provide knowledge on the structure, functionality, reactivity, synthetic methods, purify, estimate, assay and identify important organic compounds. 4.5 credits. Pre-requisites: CHE 1305, CHE 1306 CHE 2304 Chromatographic & Volta-metric Methods This course aims is to introduces the student to principles and mechanisms of Chromatographic separations and Electro-analytical methods which study an analyte by measuring the potential (volts) and/or current (amperes) in an electrochemical cell containing the analyte. These methods are central in analysis and/or purification of organic compounds. 4.5 credits. Pre-requisites: CHE 2303; CHE 2307 Physical & Nuclear Chemistry The main objective of the course is to teach the student modern theories and techniques in physical and nuclear chemistry that are applied to many areas of pharmaceutical research and development. 4.5 credits. Pre-requisites: CHE 2303; CHE 2308 Nuclear Chemistry This course introduces students to nuclear chemistry and its related techniques and application to many areas of pharmaceutical research and development. Topic covered include: Discovery, Theory and Types of decay. Decay kinetics. Radioactivity, types of nuclear reactions and Detectors. Radiation chemistry: atomic nucleus, subatomic particles, properties of isotopes (isotope effects), ionizing radiation (properties, measurement, chemical and biological effects). Radioactive decay Mass: condition, energy, laws, types. Electron capture. Compound nucleus. Fission energy and reactions. Safety and radiation protection: Application of radioisotopes. 4.5 credits. Pre-requisites: CHE 2303; HAN 1321 Human Anatomy I This course aims to teach the student historical perspectives of anatomy, the terminologies used and levels of the structural complexity of the body. This will involve the development, general organization and gross features of cardiovascular, respiratory, musculoskeletal and lymphatic systems. 3 credits. Pre-requisites: None HAN 1322 Human Anatomy II The objective of the course is to teach the student the general organization, development, histological features and gross features of digestive, reproductive and urinary systems. 4.5 credits. Pre-requisites: HAN 1321 HAN 1323 Human Anatomy III This course aims to teach the student the general organization, development, histological features and gross features of the nervous system and special sensory organs. 4.5 credits. Pre-requisites: HAN 1321 HSC 2391 Health Economics The main objective of this course is to teach the students on health economics concepts, methods used in economic evaluations, health care priority setting, critical issues on health systems strengthening, expenditure tracking tools, and how to relate them to the evaluation of health care in an integrated and complex healthcare environment, and how these lead to effective policy and decision-making. 3 credits. Pre-requisites: None HSC 3492 Law & Ethics in Research The course involves different ethical issues, such as bias, fraud, plagiarism, conflicts of interest, falsification of research results, informed consent, and attribution of authorship and adequacy of peer review publication processes. The course intends to equip the students with the technical capacity to identify an ethical research project. Also assist students to manage and evaluate a research project, from design to publication, from an ethical standpoint andto regulate research activity. 3 credits; Pre-requisites: HSC 3492 HSC 4493 Research Methods & Biostatistics The major focus of this course is to provide students with a strong research focus, training and skills in order to prepare them for careers in academia, pharmaceutical industry, or public/private research institutions. Students will Use research techniques and methodologyto apply computer technology in the solution of research problems and design and use an appropriate questionnaire. 6 credits; Pre-requisites: HSC 3492; HSC 3493 MIC 2361 Bacteriology & Mycology This course aims to train the student on identification, reproduction, mode of transmission, pathogenesis, and classification of bacteria and fungi according to morphology, anatomy and physiology. It also describes the mechanism of action of antibacterial and antifungal drugs and outlines methods of sterilization and disinfection and also explains microbial resistance and threats; and appropriate remedial measures. 4.5 credits; Pre-requisites: BCM 1341 MIC 2362 Parasitology & Entomology The objective of the course is to train the student on the different types of parasites and vectors; how to make diagnoses, mode of transmission, pathogenesis clinical signs and symptoms and complications of parasitic infections, treatment, and prevention and how to manage the diseases they cause. 4.5 credits. Pre-requisites: MIC2361 MIC 2363 Virology & Immunology This course aims to teach the student the different types of viruses and how to diagnose and manage diseases they cause. The course will teach students how to study the mode of transmission, pathogenesis, identify, control of viruses, classification, mechanism of action of antiviral drugs, functional of the immune systems and its disorders. 3 credits. Pre-requisites: BCM 1341 PAT 3371 General Pathology The main objective of the course is to introduce the students to the etiology, pathogenesis, morphologic changes and functional derangements and clinical significance of diseases. 3 credits; Pre-requisites: HAN 1323; PHY 2336; BCM 2344; MIC 2363 PAT 3372 Haematology (Human Physiology II) To train the student on the importance of blood and how its components are used in the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of diseases, teach students different components of blood, clinical significance of blood transfusion. Students also to learn the role of homeostasis, Identify the etiology and pathogenesis of fluid, electrolyte, and acid/base imbalances. 4.5 credits; Pre-requisites: PAT 3371 PAT 3373 Clinical Chemistry To train the student on how the serum levels of hormones, fluids and electrolytes are used for diagnosis pathogenesis of fluid, acid/base imbalancesand to monitor treatment of diseases 4.5 credits; Pre-requisites: PAT 3371 PHM 3401 Introduction to Analytical Chemistry The main objective of this course is to teach the student to the common techniques used in contemporary analytical chemistry and covers the science of chemical separation, identification, and measurement. The student will learn the principles and applications of analytical methods, with emphasis on advanced separation science, dynamic electrochemistry, spectroscopy and mass spectrometry. 3 credits; Pre-requisites: CHE 2302; CHE 2303; PHY 2333; CHE 2304 PHM 3402 Instrumental Methods of Analysis The aim of the course is to introduces the student to basic laboratory techniques in analytical chemistry, spectroscopy, explain solutions conductivity, fundamentals of conductometric analysis, methods of electrochemical analysis, their classification and instrumentation,potentiometric analysis, instrumentation and electrode types, classify amperometric methods and explain their fundamentals, the principles of coulometric and electrogravimetric methods. 3 credits; Pre-requisites: CHE 2302; CHE 2303; PHY 2333 PHM 3403 Medicinal Chemistry I This course focuses on the fundamental aspects and current methodologies involved in the drug discovery process. These include the chemical structure, design, synthesis, development process and physicochemical characterization of thermodynamically active molecules. This course will contribute significantly to the professional pharmacy curricula. 7.5 credits; Pre-requisites: CHE 2302; CHE 2303; BCM 1342; PHM 3351; PHM 3471 PHM 3411 Introduction to Pharmacy Pharmacy is the art and science of preparing and dispensing medications and the provision of drug related information to the public. This course will cover the history of pharmacy and the scientific domain, applied realm and subject’s connection of the following subjects: human biology, plant biology, pharmacology, pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmaceutical analysis, pharmaceutics, bio-pharmaceutics, pharmaceutical administration, pharmaco-economics, medicine and forensic pharmacy. It will also give an overview of the role in society and the employment opportunities for the pharmacist. 3 credits; Pre-requisites: PHY 2336, BCM 2346, CHE 2303, MIC 2362 PHM 3412 Biopharmaceutics This course aims to teach the student the routes of drug administration, distribution, metabolism, elimination and also outline the zero, first order and second order kinetics. He/she will also learn the application of this knowledge in designing drug therapy especially in chronic illness, pediatrics and geriatrics and in people with liver or kidney disease. 3 credits; Pre-requisites: PHM 3411 PHM 3413 Physical Pharmaceutics This course aims to teach the student the laws and factors that affect flow and mixing of liquids. He/she will learn about the physical and chemical properties of fluids that affect formulation and the laws that govern mixing of fluids in drug formulations. 4.5 credits; Pre-requisites: PHM 3411 PHM 3451 General Pharmacognosy This course is meant to provide the students with an overview of the field of natural product chemistry, especially identification of different types of natural products, their occurrence, structure, extraction and isolation, biosynthesis and properties. They will learn the set up of and record keeping in a herbarium; and plant metabolites and toxicity. They will also be taught the use of natural products as starting materials for synthesis of medicines. 4.5 credits; Pre-requisites: BCM 1341; CHE 2302; CHE 2303 PHM 3471 Basic Pharmacology & Toxicology The objective of this course is to train the student on how drugs enter the body, get distributed, act and eventually get eliminated. Specifically, the student will learn potential targets of drug action, their mechanisms of action and effects on disease processes, the concepts of drug-receptor interactions and poisoning and its management. 3 credits; Pre-requisites: PHY 1331; BCM 2344 PHM 3472 Anti-Infective Drugs This course aims to provide the student with the knowledge of the properties, effects, and therapeutic values of anti-infective agents. He/she will learn the classification, modes of action, indications, dose, formulations, adverse effects, contraindications and interactions of anti-infective drugs. The student will also learn to identify trade and generic names of the major anti-infective drugs. 6 credits; Pre-requisites: PHM 3471 PHM 3473 Respiratory & Gastrointestinal Pharmacology This course is a continuation of the study of properties, effects, and therapeutic values of the major systemic pharmacological agents. In particular, the student will learn the activities, clinical applications and side effects of drugs for respiratory and gastrointestinal diseases. 4.5 credits; Pre-requisites: PHM 3471 PHM 3481 Introduction to Clinical Pharmacy This course aims to give the students an understanding of the intricacies of the hospital and community pharmacy practice environments. He/she will learn how to formulate a pharmaceutical care plan, identify the components of rational prescribing, and manage poisoned patients. He/she will also learn how to set up and manage hospital and community pharmacy practice. 3 credits; Pre-requisites: PAT 3371; PHM 3471 PHM 3482 Infectious Diseases This course aims to give the students an understanding of how to manage infectious diseases in the hospital and community pharmacy practice settings. He/she will learn how formulate a pharmaceutical care plan and identify the components of rational prescribing for infectious diseases. 7.5 credits; Pre-requisites: PAT 3371; PHM 3471 PHM 3483 Respiratory & Gastrointestinal Disorders This course aims to give the students an understanding of how to manage respiratory and gastrointestinal diseases in the hospital and community pharmacy practice settings. He/she will learn how formulate a pharmaceutical care plan and identify the components of rational prescribing for respiratory and gastrointestinal diseases. 4.5 credits; Pre-requisites: PAT 3371; PHM 3471 PHM 4405 Pharmaceutical Analysis I The aim of this course is to introduce the student to the analysis (both qualitative and quantitative) of pharmaceutical agents and metabolites as well as the fundamental techniques used for patient testing in clinical laboratories. 4.5 credits; Pre-requisites: PHM 3402; PHM 3401; PHM 4404 PHM 4414 Unit Operations This course aims to teach the student regulatory and pre-marketing steps that determine the degree of success for every new drug in the market. It also covers different methods of extraction. 4.5 credits; Pre-requisites: PHM 3411 PHM 4415 Powder Technology The objective of the course is to teach the student the properties, methods of measuring particle size and surface are of powders and methods used when preparing them. 3 credits; Pre-requisites: PHM 3411 PHM 4416 Dispensing & Pharmacy Practice This course aims to give the students deeper and more comprehensive knowledge in technical aspects of dosage form design, basic dosage forms and their therapeutic applications. It focuses on dispensing techniques, dosage regimens and document retrieval. Specifically, the students will learn the steps involved in dispensing, packaging materials, appropriate labeling of medicines and calculation of dosages. 4.5 credits; Pre-requisites: PHM 3411 PHM 4452 Elements of Phytochemistry This course aims to give the student an overview of the field of natural product chemistry in relation to extraction of active compounds from herbs, their cleaning, isolation, and chemical analysis (using sublimation, distillation, fractional crystallization, chromatographic and spectrometric methods) but also biogenetical investigations and biosynthesis of main primary and secondary metabolites (enzymes, carbohydrates, fats and fatty acids, aromatic compounds, amino acids, peptides and proteins, isoprenoids). 6 credits; Pre-requisites: PHM 3451 PHM 4474 Cardiovascular & Renal Pharmacology This course is a continuation of the study of properties, effects, and therapeutic values of the major systemic pharmacological agents; drugs for cardiovascular and renal diseases. The course also involves mechanism of action of drugs that act on cardiovascular and renal systems to identify trade and generic names of the cardiovascular and renal drugs. 4.5 credits; Pre-requisites: PHM 3471 PHM 4475 Endocrine & Reproductive Pharmacology This course is a continuation of the study of properties, effects, and therapeutic values of the major systemic pharmacological agents; drugs for endocrine and reproductivediseases. The course will involves the mechanism of action of drugs that act on endocrine and reproductive systems, to identify trade and generic names of the endocrine and reproductive drugs. 4.5 credits; Pre-requisites: PHM 3471 PHM 4476 Nervous & Musculoskeletal Pharmacology This course aims to give the students deeper and more comprehensive knowledge in technical aspects of dosage form design, basic dosage forms and their therapeutic applications. It focuses on dispensing techniques, dosage regimens and document retrieval 6 credits PHM 4484 Cardiovascular & Renal Disorders This course aims to give the students an understanding of how to manage cardiovascular and renal systems disorders in the hospital and community pharmacy practice settings. He/she will learn how formulate a pharmaceutical care plan and identify the components of rational prescribing for cardiovascular and renal system disorders. 3 credits; Pre-requisites: PAT 3371; PHM 3471 PHM 4485 Endocrine & Reproductive System Disorders This course aims to give the students an understanding of how to manage endocrine and reproductive systems disorders in the hospital and community pharmacy practice settings. He/she will learn how formulate a pharmaceutical care plan and identify the components of rational prescribing for endocrine and reproductive systems disorders. 4.5 credits; Pre-requisites: PAT 3371; PHM 3471 PHM 4486 Nervous & Musculoskeletal Disorders This course gives the students an understanding of the functions of clinical pharmacy and the hospital and community pharmacy practice in management of nervous and musculoskeletal diseases. 4.5 credits; Pre-requisites: PAT 3371; PHM 3471 PHM 4491 Social & Behavioral Pharmacy This course gives students the foundations and intervention strategies for promoting the health of individuals, their families, workplaces and communities by taking a multi-level approach to the design of public healthcare. Students learn how to address a range of health and social issues and how to develop basic health promotion initiatives for populations across the ages (from children to elderly) in diverse settings globally. The students will learn to find, understand, analyze, evaluate, and synthesize Health information. This will prepare them for patient counseling roles. 6 credits; Pre-requisites: HSC 3493 PHM 5407 Pharmaceutical Quality Control This course aims to give the students an understanding of how to manage nervous and musculoskeletal systems disorders in the hospital and community pharmacy practice settings. He/she will learn how formulate a pharmaceutical care plan and identify the components of rational prescribing for nervous and musculoskeletal systems disorders. 4.5 credits; Pre-requisites: PAT 3371; PHM 3471 PHM 5417 Dosage Forms This course aims to teach the student the properties, ingredients, process of preparing and also outline the methods of controlling the process of preparing dosage forms. 4.5 credits; Pre-requisites: PHM 3411 PHM 5418 Pharmaceutical Microbiology This course introduces the students to the concepts of sterile products and formulations. The content includes introduction to sterile products; facilities, garb and equipment; aseptic calculations; properties of sterile products; aseptic techniques; sterile product preparations such as total parenteral nutrition (TPN). They will be taught how to formulate, handle, admix and reconstitute sterile products. They will also learn the principles and application of solubility, stability, and shelf life of sterile products. 4.5 credits; Pre-requisites: MIC 2361; PHM 3411 PHM 5477 Cancer, Ocular & Skin Pharmacology This course introduces the student to a collection of concepts including: Cancer, Ocular and Dermatological therapies; Peripartum, Pediatric and Geriatric pharmacologies; Drug development. He/she will learn the classification, modes of action, indications, dose, formulations, adverse effects, contraindications and interactions of drugs that are used to treat these conditions. The student will also be taught the pharmacology of radiopharmaceuticals and the adverse effects of polypharmacy. 3 credits; Pre-requisites: PHM 3471 PHM 5478 Veterinary Pharmacology This course aims to provide the student with an overview of the drugs used to treat animal infections and pesticides used in the control of animal diseases. Specifically, the student will learn the classification, indications, doses, formulations, adverse effects, contraindications and interactions of drugs that are used to treat infections in animals. He/she will also learn the classification, mechanisms of action, indications, adverse effects, contraindications and toxicity of pesticides used in animals. 3 credits; Pre-requisites: PHM 3471 PHM 5487 Neoplastic Disorders This course aims to give the students an understanding of the functions of clinical pharmacy, formulation of pharmaceutical care plan for management, manage patients poisoned with drugs for treatment, and describe rational use of drugs for neoplastic disorders in paediatrics and geriatrics. 4.5 credits; Pre-requisites: PAT 3371; PHM 3471 PHM 5488 Ocular, Ear & Skin Disorders The objective of course is to teach the students the functions of clinical pharmacy and the hospital and community pharmacy practice in management of ocular, ear and skin disorders. 4.5 credits; Pre-requisites: PAT 3371; PHM 3471 PHM 5492 Pharmaceutical Marketing Management This course provides the student with an overview of marketing activities and players in pharmaceutical industry. It describes the need for marketing, the types of marketing positions and the role of marketers, as well as how they interact with other internal and external stakeholders to achieve their goals. It also defines how promotional materials are created for various segments and the regulatory rules that govern marketing, plus how to measure success in marketing 3 credits; Pre-requisites: None PHM 5493 Pharmacy Management The objective of this course is to train the student on basic managerial skills essential for effective pharmacy practice. The student will learn the basic principles of management, the functions of human resource departments, drug supply cycle, basic financial management and how to effect change in an organization. 3 credits; Pre-requisites: HSC 2391 PHM 5494 Elective Industrial & Hospital Attachment This course has two components that will provide the student with an overview of the operations of the main practice areas of pharmacy. The Hospital & Pharmacy Practice component will prepare students with the clinical skills and attitudes required to deliver effective patient care within the healthcare sector, sound knowledge to compound extemporaneous preparations, practical dispensing skills, and to provide an understanding of healthcare systems. The Industrial Pharmacy will provide students with a strong foundation in the practice and application of current Good Manufacturing Practice and Good Laboratory Practice in the pharmaceutical industry. 8 credits; Pre-requisites: PHM 4416 PHM 5495 Research Project & Thesis The major focus of this course is to provide students with a strong research focus, training and skills in order to prepare them for careers in academia, pharmaceutical industry, or public/private research institutions. Students will Use research techniques and methodologyto apply computer technology in the solution of research problems and design and use an appropriate questionnaire. 6 credits; Pre-requisites: HSC 3492; HSC 3493 PHM 5496 Pharmacy Law & Ethics This course focuses on the application of pertinent ethics, laws, rules, and regulations to the practice of pharmacy. Students will learn: where to find information regarding pharmacy law that they will continue to use through their professional life; the Kenyan laws that impact the practice of pharmacy, while emphasizing the legal and ethical principles applied by pharmacists in their daily decision-making; the governmental framework within which pharmacy is practiced,normative principles in the ethical tradition of Pharmacy, as well as acquire an understanding of the laws, regulations, and the ethical responsibilities applicable to pharmacists so that they will be able to protect the public and ensure patients’ wellbeing. 3 credits; Pre-requisites: HSC 3493, PHM PHY 1331 Introduction to Medical Physiology The aim of this course is to teach the student to understand the human body, the composition of a cell, communication within a cell and how the normal internal body environment is maintained. 4.5 credits. Pre-requisites: PHY 1331 PHY 1332 Muscle & Sensory Physiology The aim of this course is to teach the student the composition, outline transmission of impulses in the body and describe reflexes and their importance of muscles and neurons. 4.5 credits. Pre-requisites: PHY 1331 PHY 1333 Respiratory & Gastrointestinal Physiology This course aims to teach the student the organization and functions of respiratory and gastrointestinal systems and also outline the role of the liver and pancrease. 4.5 credits. Pre-requisites: PHY 1331 PHY 2334 Cardiovascular & Renal Physiology The objective of this course is to teach the student the organization and functions of cardiovascular and renal systems. He/she will learn the composition, functions of blood and blood grouping and also to discuss shock, edema and hemorrhage. 4.5 credits. Pre-requisites: PHY 1331 PHY 2335 Endocrine & Reproductive Physiology This course aims to teach the student the role of hormones, discuss gestation, parturition, lactation and the aging process. And also teach the organization and functions of endocrine and reproductive systems. 3 credits. Pre-requisites: PHY 1331 PHY 2336 Nervous & Sensory Physiology This course is a combination of cellular neurophysiology and receptor physiology. It is designed to provide students with a deeper understanding of organization and functions of the nervous system; electrical and chemical signaling in the nervous system; and molecular and cellular aspects of receptor mechanisms, signaling pathways, effector systems, and chemotherapeutic approaches. 4 credits. Pre-requisites: HAN 1321; PHY 1331; BCM 1341 Psychology & Sociology
PSY 1101 Introduction to PsychologyIntroduction to the scientific study of behavior and mental processes including areas of human development, learning, cognition, memory, motivation and emotion, personality, abnormal psychology, stress and health, states of consciousness, cultural diversity. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none PSY 1105 Developmental Psychology Survey of maturational and learned behavior and their interaction as they develop through the life span. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none PSY 1110 Experimental Psychology Introduction to the scientific method as used in psychology. Includes the formation of hypotheses, design of research, conduct of one or more studies, statistical analysis of data, and writing up of results. Critical interpretation of research findings is emphasized. 3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1101, MTH 2210 PSY 1171 Introduction to Health Psychology The course will cover the discipline, concepts and principles of psychology and human behavior in understanding how the mind, body and behavior interact in health and disease. Topics will indicate health promotion and primary prevention of illness, health enhancing and health damaging behaviors, psychosomatic illness and other behavior-related medical illnesses will be covered. 3 credits. Prerequisites: NSC 2205 PSY 1185 Introduction to Chemical Dependency Historical perspectives on alcohol and drug abuse and their impact on the community. Changes in social attitudes and policies. Includes definitions of alcohol and drug dependencies, the disease concept of alcoholism, general models of treatment and recovery, effectiveness of recovery programs, and community responses to dependency. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none PSY 2105 Social Psychology Interdisciplinary introduction to the social aspects of individual behavior. Particular emphasis on interactional analysis and development of the self as well as attitudes, motives, aggression, values, social perception, and interpersonal relationships. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none PSY 2120 Psychology of Learning Survey of historical and contemporary theories, systems and research in learning. Includes the study of programmed learning and the use of the principles of learning to explain animal and human behavior. 3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1101 PSY 2125 Human Sexuality Sexual behaviors and attitudes in contemporary societies; physiological and sexual functions and dysfunctions; role of values and cultural mores. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none PSY 2181 Psychopharmacology & Addiction Examination of the physiological effects of alcohol and other drugs. Includes how drugs are metabolized, their effects on the central nervous system and behavior and the addiction process. 3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1185 PSY 2182 Treatment Method & Modalities of Chemical Dependency Various ways people recover from alcohol/drug abuse. In-depth examination of various models of intervention and treatment and the rationales behind them. Consideration of the individual differences in male and female needs and the needs of special populations. 3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1185 PSY 2183 Theories & Techniques of Chemical Dependency Counseling Theories of counseling and the implementation of therapeutic strategies, including techniques of rapport building, relationship skills, goal setting, implementation of treatment programs and referral skills. Discussion of values and ethics counseling. 3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1185 PSY 3105 History & Systems of Psychology Examination of the historical roots of psychology in relation to contemporary psychology and its foundations in philosophy and sciences. 3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1101 PSY 3110 Psychology of Personality Background, theory and research related to selected issues in current personality theory. Discussion of psychoanalytic, neo-psychoanalytic, humanistic/existential, cognitive and behavioral approaches. 3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1101 PSY 3115 Abnormal Psychology Introduction to the scientific study of the range and variety of psychological disorders including anxiety, mood and personality disorders, stress and adjustment, schizophrenia, substance use and addictions. Emphasis on identification, symptomatology, etiology and therapeutic intervention, including biological, psychosocial and cultural viewpoints. 3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 3110 PSY 3125 Multicultural Diversity in Psychology Examines the cultural context of behavior, personality development, family structure and values. Attention to the interface between African-American, Asian/Pacific Islander American, Latino, and Native American communities and the field of psychology. 3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1105 PSY 3130 Physiological Psychology Introduction to the physiological systems of the body as they relate to behavior. Emphasis on the nervous system (central, autonomic, and somatic), the muscular systems (striated, smooth, and cardiac), and the glandular systems (endocrine and exocrine). 3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1105 PSY 3130 Physiological Psychology Introduction to the physiological systems of the body as they relate to behavior. Emphasis on the nervous system (central, autonomic, and somatic), the muscular systems (striated, smooth, and cardiac), and the glandular systems (endocrine and exocrine). 3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1105 PSY 3140 Introduction to Counselling Survey of counselling theories and related techniques of treatment, comparison and contrast of differing approaches. Attention to basic issues such as change, human relationships, communication and values and ethics in the change process. 3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 3110, PSY 3115 PSY 3143 Psychology at Work I - Measuring Organizational Characteristics Introduction to the concepts and measurement of job satisfaction, organizational climate and culture, organizational values, organizational commitment, and productivity. Covers methods and techniques (including surveys, interviews and the use of archival data), and ethical principles involved in psychological work in organizations. 3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 3142 PSY 3142 Industrial & Organizational Psychology Focuses on history and development of industrial organizational psychology, current trends in research, and the application of psychological principles and methods to problems in the work environment including prediction of job performance, selection, performance appraisal, personnel training, work motivation, job satisfaction, leadership, organizational development and ethical considerations. 3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1101 PSY 3150 Courtship & Marriage The role of interpersonal relationships in dating, courtships, and marriage. Considers factors related to mate selection, the transition into marriage, and the stability and satisfaction of marital relationships. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none PSY 3160 Introduction to Marriage & Family Therapy A comprehensive introduction to the field of marriage and family therapy including major MFT theories and approaches, career options, graduate school preparation, and future directions of the field. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none PSY 3171 Social Psychology of Health Care A critical examination of the application of sociological theories and research to health promotion. Scientific study of processes of influencing change in lifestyles in individuals and groups. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none PSY 3172 Understanding Grief, Loss & Bereavement The course will provide an overview of the societal and individual norms and attitudes regarding the process of dying and subsequent bereavement process. Emphasis will be placed on the normal expressions of grief and experiential exercises to gain basic insight and understanding of grief. Basic skills for supporting the bereaved will be covered. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none PSY 3182 Group & Family Counseling with the Chemically Dependent Introduction to the dynamics of group interaction. Emphasis on the group process as a means of changing behavior. Use of group therapy in chemical dependency treatment and aftercare, including support group dynamics of the alcoholic/addict family, and the use of family therapy. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none PSY 4110 Research Methods This course examines the research designs with methodology as well as basic data analysis techniques employed by social researchers. APA style and mechanics of writing research papers will be covered. 3 credits. Prerequisites: MTH 2210, PSY 4105 PSY 4117 Cognitive Psychology A survey of cognitive psychology, which examines how information of the world is gained, represented and transformed as knowledge, stored and used to direct attention and behavior. Topics include perception, pattern recognition, attention, memory, imagery, language functions, thinking and problem solving, human intelligence and artificial intelligence. 3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1101 PSY 4142 Psychology at Work II - Prediction & Measurement of Human Performance Introduction to psychological aspects of selection, job performance measurement, and performance evaluation. Focuses on the Concepts relevant to those efforts, and the effective and ethical development, use, and interpretation of predictor and criterion measures of human performance in the organizational setting. 3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 1101 PSY 4143 Social Psychology in the Organizational Context Exploration of human interaction in organizations from the psychological perspective. Includes the study of role behavior, normative aspects of work group behavior, goal setting theory, decision making and power relationships. 3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 3142 PSY 4144 Communication & Leadership The course examines how leaders use communication and covers the relationship between leadership and communication styles. The communication skills needed by organizational leaders, how leaders use communication to facilitate change in organizations and how individuals' gender, race and/or ethnicity affect leadership and communication behaviors. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none PSY 4171 Behavioral Health Therapy A variety of behavioral counseling techniques used to treat health related disorders will be covered. An experiential approach will be used to provide students with an opportunity to obtain experience with the techniques. Topics covered include stress and stress management techniques, relaxation, cognitive approaches, promotion of health and wellness and management of specific diseases. 3 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 3140 PSY 4172 HIV-AIDS Testing & Counseling The course will cover knowledge and facts about HIV AIDS. An experimental approach will be used to explore various assessment procedures for assessment/testing, prevention and counseling topics to be covered include the clinical manifestation and management of HIV AIDS, VCT and other protocols. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none PSY 4181 Fieldwork in Chemical Dependency Focus on learning by doing. Generally includes student participation in two practicums under and approved supervisor, each lasting 10 weeks, and two internships, each ten weeks also. A 30-hour workweek at an agency is typical. Credit/no credit. 3 credits. Prerequisites: permission from department chair PSY 4900 Psychology Senior Project Extended individual research or project under the direction of a faculty member and approved by the department chair or dean. Projects may include library or empirical research, analysis and written or oral presentation of a report on a topic in the student's major field. 3 credits. Prerequisites: senior standing SOC 2205 The Family in the US Historical roots and development of American kinship. Focuses on the structure, function, and changing dynamics of family life in the US. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ENG 1106 SOC 3301 Social Problems Problems of deviance, social inequality, violence, crime and delinquency in the US and other countries; sociological causes and consequences; sociological definition and analysis of problems; special emphasis on exploring possible amelioration of the world's contemporary social problems. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none SOC 3310 Family & Kinship in a Multicultural Context Systems and practices of courtship, mate selection, marriage, parenting, and family life within a culturally diverse setting such as the US and other industrialized parts of the world; ethnic diversity and social inequality and kinship functions; bicultural marriages. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none SOC 3315 Sociology of Intercultural Relations Comparison of sociocultural institutions in various societies; focuses on dominant theoretical orientations: technological, economics, ideological, psychological, and environments; processes of socialization and acculturation. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none SOC 3500 Social Conflict & Resolution Conflict at intrapsychic, interpersonal, social, organizational, national and international levels, focusing on the destructive as well as the constructive functions of individual and social conflict. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none SOC 4021 Family & Kinship in a Multicultural Context Systems and practices of courtship, mate selection, marriage, parenting, and family life within a culturally diverse setting such as the US and other industrialized parts of the world; ethnic diversity and social inequality and kinship functions; bicultural marriages. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none Tourism & Hospitality
HRM 1020 Kitchen Organization & Food KnowledgeIntroduces students to the development of culinary practices exposing them to effective kitchen organizations, equipment and their uses, knowledge of various foods and their quality specifications, and how such foods should be handled and stored before the production process. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none HRM 3010 Food & Beverage Cost Control Equips the students with the knowledge and skills that will enable them to interpret and provide solutions to food and beverage control problems. 3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010 HRM 3015 Hotel & Catering Law An introduction to the laws of Kenya, Hotel and Catering Law, consumer protection, law of contract, labor laws and industrial relations. Enlightens the students on the rights of the hospitality organizations, the rights of the consumers, the rights of the employees in the organization and the rights of the owners of the organization. 3 credits. Prerequisites: BUS 3010 HRM 3020 Catering Management This course concentrates on the understanding of food and beverages and how they should be served. It requires a good understanding of the different types of cookery, cutlery, glassware and silverware and how they should be set on the table given sample menus. The student will also learn the different service styles and functions. 3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010, HRM 1020 HRM 3025 Physical Plant Development & Maintenance Makes the students appreciate the importance of knowing the physical layout of catering units, management of sewer systems and plumbing systems, utilities and other equipment. Gives ideas on hotel/catering operations in relation to the environment and an understanding of preventative maintenance practices. 3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010 HRM 3030 Environmental Management for Hotels Focuses on hotel environmental systems, material and waste management, and energy and water conservation in hotels. Also covers indoor environmental management, pesticides and herbicides, and how to deal with hazardous materials. 3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010 HRM 3040 Hygiene & Nutrition This course covers personal hygiene, food hygiene, and sanitation. It includes handling 0and storage of foodstuffs, processing of foodstuffs, the nutritional values of foods and related diseases. 3 credits. HRM 3050 Hotel & Restaurant Managerial Finance & Accounting The application of accounting and finance principles to the hospitality industry; special purpose journals and ledgers; analysis and interpretation of financial statements, ratio analysis, internal control and cost management. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ACT 1010 HRM 4010 Restaurant Development & Operations Provides students with the fundamentals of restaurant concept development to enable them to plan and develop an integral approach for a "new restaurant" concept. Enables the students to review and integrate the key elements of a successful restaurant startup, including concept, marketing plans, financial projections, menu, equipment and human resources. 3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010 HRM 4015 Food & Beverage Management An advanced course that covers all aspects of food an beverage management, including management of quality; the service and its marketing; financial aspects; purchasing process; preparation methods and control systems. 3 credits. Prerequisites: HRM 3020 HRM 4030 Housekeeping & Laundry Management Provides students with the basics of housekeeping and laundry organization charts in different hotels, standards and working procedures of the housekeeping and laundry departments, room status control systems, purchasing procedures of housekeeping and laundry equipment and materials and their inventory procedures. 3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010 HRM 4900 Hotel & Restaurant Senior Project Independent study under the direction of a faculty advisor. The projects may include library or empirical research or analysis and written report on the management aspects of an appropriate organization (hotel, airline, restaurant or healthcare institution). 3 credits. Prerequisites: senior standing HRT 1010 Introduction to Hospitality Management An overview of the hotel, restaurant and tourism industries; their historical development, scope and present-day structures. One historical description of hospitality is the obligations people have to treat strangers with dignity, to feed them and provide them with drinks, and to protect their safety. As the world becomes increasingly aware of its vast diversity, this "spirit of hospitality" seems especially important. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none HRT 2010 Food Production An introduction to commercial food preparation, food safety and sanitation, standard product identification, storage and supervisory techniques in the area of large scale food production. 3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010 HRT 3010 Convention & Meeting Management The management of conventions and meetings is examined from both the clients' and meeting planners' perspective. The operations of conventions and meetings are analyzed from the sale to post-convention review. 3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010 TOU 2020 Tourism & the Environment The course covers the relationship between tourism and the environment. It looks into both the benefits and the costs of tourism development upon the environment. The course further highlights the relationship between tourism and sustainable development and how to achieve sustainable development of tourism. With use of case studies both international and local, the impacts of tourism on the environment will be highlighted. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none TOU 2050 Travel Reservation Systems The course provides a new world in which the student explores, learns, and applies skills used in airline, hotel, restaurants and car hire and travel agency operations. Students will be exposed to the use of First Class-Galileo Computer Reservation System (CRS), which is a full-featured, computer based training system. Abacus, Amadeus, Apollo, Marsha and Sabre reservations systems will also be covered. 3 credits. Prerequisites: TOU 2055 International Fares & Ticketing Provides students with practical knowledge needed to perform routing duties related to the sale of international air travel. The students learn the step-by-step procedures for calculating normal one way, round, circle and special fares, and for issuing both manual and automated tickets. 3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010, TOU 2050 TOU 3010 Tourism Products & Facilities Management An introduction to travel and tourism operations. Students will learn various methods and techniques used in devising travel itineraries, and how to carry out an effective tour. This involves developing a practical knowledge of how to design and develop an effective tourism product from the initial concept through its final operation. Researching, writing, packaging and marketing a variety of travel itineraries and tours, including special interest tours will be covered. Students will also learn operational management of tourism facilities. These include the components of attractions and accommodation management. Evaluation of the service concept as it applies to the tourism and hospitality industry will be done. 3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010 TOU 3020 International Travel & Management An overview of the international travel and tourism industry, its historical development, and scope and present day structures. International travel takes place when a tourist crosses a national boundary while tourism is a broad term, which focuses on traveler away from home and on all the services they utilize. This course analyzes the different types of products and services offered in the tourism business. 3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010 TOU 3050 Travel Operations Management Provides students with an understanding of management issues pertaining to the establishment and operations of a travel agency, travel agency licensing, IATA accreditation and financial management issues. The course also introduces tourist regions of the world. Travel Agency Management presents management skills indispensable in the operation of a profitable and successful travel agency. It provides a detailed and precise look at the responsibilities associated with being a travel agency manager. 3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010 TOU 4015 Wildlife Conservation, Development & Management This is an advanced course which exposes the students to wildlife management and conservation issues in Kenya and Africa. Involves examination of current ecological problems in detail and the need for conservation. The issues raised will include the development of the park system and the contribution to conservation. The present challenges of the park system are further explored and attempts at resolving these issues are discussed. Community involvement and participation in conservation and the natural resource tenure will be examined. 3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010 TOU 4025 Travel Agency Operations Techniques Reviews the different types of transportation available to tourists and sold by travel companies, accommodations an ancillary tourist services. Sales techniques as related to the travel industry are outlined and aircraft types and in-flight services. Passenger baggage and its handling procedures, international travel regulations and formalities are also covered. 3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010 TOU 4030 Tourism Economics Develop knowledge of the concepts and methods useful in the application of economic principles to the tourism industry. The course provides a review of the economic aspects of tourism, including tourism demand and supply, pricing, equilibrium in tourism markets. It also examines the effects of tourism growth on national economies, the multiplier effects and the effects of tourism on the balance of payments. 3 credits. Prerequisites: ECO 1010, ECO 1020 TOU 4035 Tour Operations Techniques Introduces students to tour operations as is applicable to the travel and tourism industry. Tour circuits in East Africa, communications with travel agents, car hire firms and client handling procedures are discussed. Also included in the course are tour office organization and tour marketing procedures. 3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010 TOU 4040 Tourism Planning & Development Reviews the definition and history of tourism. The factors that make up tourism are outlined. The goals of tourism are then looked at from the perspective of the tourist, the destination and the community. The benefits of developing tourism, the pitfalls to avoid and the methods used to collect data as a basis of planning tourism are discusses. A step-by-step process for developing a destination and means to set up and fund a system for organizing tourism at community level are laid out. The role of both national government and private sector in tourism marketing is examined. Finally, the future of tourism is discussed. 3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010, TOU 4015 TOU 4055 Cultural & Heritage Tourism Development Focuses specifically on the aspects of culture, heritage and their conservation as well as heritage resource management as critical sectors of development within a society and the economy. Local issues are examined within a global context, and the identification, maintenance and sustainability of living heritage as well as historical resources are emphasized. 3 credits. Prerequisites: HRT 1010 TOU 4900 Tourism Management Senior Project Independent study under the direction of a faculty advisor. Projects may include library or empirical research, analysis and written or oral presentation on tourism aspects of an appropriate organization (hotel, airline, restaurant or a healthcare institution). 3 credits. Prerequisites: Electives
SUS 1010 Strategies for University SuccessThis course is based on the concept of an orientation seminar for college/university students. It communicates the high academic expectations USIU has for students and help them recognize and take advantage of the various campus resources that enhance their academic lives as they integrate into university life. It helps students develop, among other things, a clearer understanding of the USIU culture, mission and vision of the university - a prerequisite for surviving college. It involves critical-thinking-based approaches to self-understanding and clarifies expectations regarding the appropriate approaches to accomplishing a university degree. It provides a special space for first year students to examine their values, beliefs and attitudes. Topics include taking charge of self, degree requirements, class matters and good study habits, relationships, time and money management, healthy living including diet and exercise as well as drugs and alcohol abuse, resources available to the student, students’ rights and responsibilities; it also exposes them to career planning, development of analytical, critical, and creative thinking skills, general research skills and reading and communication skills. Case studies help students understand their role in society and the meaning of a university education. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none Philosophy & Ethics
PHL 1104 Introduction to Philosophy
Study of various topics in algebra including properties of real numbers, linear equations, and inequalities; polynomials, rational expressions, exponential and roots, quadratic equations, systems of linear equations; applications of algebra to everyday problems. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none MTH 1109 College Algebra Concepts and theories in modern algebra with emphasis on functions, graphical methods, and theory of equations' includes study of quadratic equations, complex variables, systems of equations and inequalities, polynomial functions, logarithmic and exponential functions, arithmetic and geometric progressions. 3 credits. Prerequisites: MTH 1105 or Mathematics Placement Exam MTH 2010 Probability & Statistics Population and sample sizes, classification of data, data tabulation, and graphical representation. Data aggregation measures: mean, median, mode, spread range, variances and covariance. Quartiles, percentiles, standard deviation. Definition of probability. Sample spaces and events. Conditional probability. Random variables, Poisson, exponential and normal distributions. Markov and Chebychev inequalities. Limit theorems. Bi-variate distribution, correlation and regression. 3 credits. Prerequisites: MTH 1109 MTH 2210 Introduction to Applied Statistics Descriptive statistics, measures of central tendency and variability, sampling, correlation, hypothesis tests, and confidence intervals. 3 credits. Prerequisites: MTH 1109 Art, Music & Literature
ENG 1106 Composition IInterdisciplinary study of gender issues from social, historical, and cultural perspectives; analysis of feminist theory and male roles in the feminist movement. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none GNS 2001 Communication & Gender Similarities and differences in male and female communication styles and patters; emphasizes implications of gender as social construct influencing perceptions, values, stereotyping, language use, nonverbal communication, and power and conflict in human relationships. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none GNS 3001 Women & Men in Cross-Cultural Context Men and women from an anthropological perspective; changing gender roles in various contemporary cultures, including industrial democracies and developing nations. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none GNS 4800 Male & Female Creativity Interdisciplinary and multicultural inquiry into differences and similarities between men and women in their expressions of creativity. 3 credits. Prerequisites: none |
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