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CSC 221 - Computer Logic and Organization Three Credits
Alternate Years: Fall 2011, 2013
The basics of digital logic design. Binary representation of information, Boolean algebra, truth tables, combinatorial logic, Karnaugh maps, memory elements, flip flops, latches, registers, RAM and variations. ALU’s, control logic, and finite state machines. The design of a simple computer. Gates and their implementation with transistors and integrated circuits.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 103 .
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CSC 281 - Advanced Programming Three Credits
Spring Semester
Programming for the world wide web. Design patterns. Presentation Layer: XHTML, CSS, Javascript. Processing Layer: XSLT, Servlet Frameworks. Data Layer: XML, Document Object Model.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 211 .
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CSC 304 - Computer Architecture Three Credits
Alternate Years: Spring 2012, 2014
The basics of computer organization, architecture and assembly language. Instructions sets, address modes, and the run/time stack are explored by programming on a RISC machine. CPU and ALU design, performance analysis, pipelining, cache, virtual memory are examined. Trade-offs between RISC, CISC and advanced architectures is discussed. Assumes basic knowledge of digital logic.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 221 .
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CSC 311 - Algorithms and Complexity Three Credits
Alternate Years: Fall 2010, 2012
Basic algorithm techniques: recursion, dynamic programming, greedy method branch and bound. Analysis of algorithms: recurrence equations, NP-completeness, asymptotic complexity. Applications include graph and combinatorial algorithms.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 201 and CSC 211 .
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CSC 312 - Compiler Design Three Credits
Alternate Years: Fall 2011, 2013
Finite automata and lexical analysis, context free grammars, top-down and bottom-up parsing, syntax directed translation, symbol table techniques, runtime storage administration, code generation, optimization.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 211 .
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CSC 314 - Operating Systems Three Credits
Alternate Years: Fall 2010, 2012
Process management, concurrency, virtual storage organization, processor management, auxiliary storage management, operating system performance.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 211 .
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CSC 323 - Programming Languages Three Credits
Alternate Years: Spring 2012, 2014
Formal language concepts including syntax and basic characteristics of grammars. Control structures, data flow, run-time considerations. Scripting, Functional, and Logic languages.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 211 .
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CSC 325 - Database Management Systems Three Credits
Alternate Years: Spring 2011, 2013
Data Modeling using the Entity-Relationship approach. The Relational Model and Relational Algebra. SQL. Functional dependencies and normalization. Database design Process. Record storage and primary file organization. Index structures for files. Concurrency control techniques.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 211 .
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CSC 382 - Artificial Intelligence Three Credits
Not Offered 2010-2011
Introduction to artificial intelligence. Knowledge representation. Natural language processing. Deduction and inference. Expert systems. Computer vision. Robotics. Programming in LISP, PROLOG, or another AI language.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 211 .
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CSC 384 - Theory of Computation Three Credits
Alternate Years: Spring 2011, 2013
Introduction to the general theory of computation. Formal grammars: regular, context-free, and context-sensitive languages. Formal automata: finite-state and pushdown models. Decidability. Turing Machines. The Chomsky hierarchy. NP-Completeness and Complexity Theory. Also listed as MTH 384 .
Prerequisite(s): CSC 201 .
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CSC 390 - Data Networking Three Credits
Alternate Years: Fall 2011, 2013
Data Networking: Data communication system components, network architecture, layered protocols, traffic analysis, and capacity planning.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 211 .
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CSC 393 - Numerical Analysis Three Credits
For description and semester schedule, see MTH 393 .
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CSC 399 - Topics in Computer Science Three Credits
Not Offered 2010-2011
An advanced topic in an area of current interest in computer science.
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CSC 400 - Computer Science Capstone Four Credits
Spring Semester
Large-scale software project involving teamwork, written reports and oral presentations.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing in Computer Science.
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CSC 450 - Computer Science Honors Thesis Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semester
For fourth-year students in the Computer Science Honors Program. Students are required to consult with a faculty member regarding a suitable thesis topic. The final project is judged by a panel of three faculty members. The project may be completed either in one or two semesters.
Prerequisite(s): A grade-point average of 3.5 in all Computer Science courses.
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CSC 475 - Internship in Computer Science Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Opportunity for qualified students to work in the computer industry under professional supervision.
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CSC 490 - Directed Study Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Opportunity for upper level students to do advanced work in a specialized area of computer science.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of faculty member directing the project and the Department Chairperson required.
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Criminology |
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CRM 120 - Critical Introduction to Criminal Justice Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
An introduction to the major institutions of criminal justice from a social scientific perspective. Examines the structure and operation of police, courts, and corrections. Theories and concepts of sociology and other disciplines will be used to describe the workings of the criminal justice system and raise questions for critical analysis.
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CRM 201 - Criminology Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
This course provides a broad overview of sociological and interdisciplinary theories of criminal behavior and social control. Students learn how to analyze theories and research on crime for the purpose of advancing theory as well as developing policies for crime prevention and control. Not open to first-year students in their first semester.
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CRM 204 - Sociology of the Prison Three Credits
Spring Semester
Particular stress is placed on basic structure of American prisons – their purposes and their effects. Focal questions include: Who goes to prison? What happens to those imprisoned? What happens to those released from prison? Prison policy development and implementation with regards to current criminological theory and research and current public opinion are discussed as a central concluding theme.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or CRM 201 .
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CRM 224 - Juvenile Delinquency Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
An examination of juvenile delinquency in American society. Topics included are the historical background and “invention” of delinquency, cross-cultural definitions of delinquency, theories of delinquency, social class differences, and the juvenile court system. The course critically examines the social, health, and mental health services which have been utilized by this society in attempts to prevent or “treat” delinquent behavior.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 and CRM 201 .
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CRM 273 - Crime and Mental Illness Three Credits
Spring Semester
The course examines crime and mental illness, including social-psychological theories of crime; co-occurring psychological disorders; problem-solving courts (drug treatment, mental health, and re-entry) comprising the emerging field of “therapeutic jurisprudence”; and mentally ill offenders in prison and community settings. Sociological issues of gender, class and race will be discussed wherever relevant.
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CRM 303 - Procedural Criminal Law Three Credits
Fall Semester
Due process of law; arrest; search and seizure; electronic surveillance; entrapment, right to counsel; privilege against self-incrimination; plea bargaining; double jeopardy.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 .
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CRM 304 - Victims in the Courtroom Three Credits
Fall Semester
Involves the study of crime victims and their experiences with the Criminal Justice System. Will focus on the dynamics of intimate partner violence and its history as a social problem. A substantial portion of the course will focus on the mechanics of the courtroom as they relate to crime victims.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 .
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CRM 305 - Substantive Criminal Law Three Credits
Spring Semester
Principles of criminal liability, defenses to crime, the insanity defense, crimes against property, crimes against the habituation, crimes against the person, and the justification for punishment.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 .
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CRM 307 - Mechanics of the Courtroom Three Credits
Fall Semester
Preparation of witnesses; examination of legal techniques of discrediting and impeachment of witnesses; scope of direct and cross-examination; rules of evidence; burden of proof and burden of persuasion; ethical responsibilities of prosecution and defense; division of responsibility between judge and jury.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 .
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CRM 310 - Research Methods for Criminology Three Credits
Fall Semester
An introduction to quantitative and qualitative research methods employed for conducting research in criminology. Topics include: problem selection and definition; relationship between theory and research; measuring crime; sampling; data collection and analysis; understanding the “Action Research” model; developing goals, objectives, and performance measures; creating a research design; and program evaluation methods. Research designs considered include surveys, content and secondary data analysis, interviewing, field observation, and experiments.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 120 or CRM 201 .
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CRM 311 - Statistical Analysis in Criminology Three Credits
Spring Semester
An introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics as applied to the field of criminology. Topics include: measures of distribution, frequency, cross-tabulation, and analysis of variance and correlation. The course will also cover creating variable lists, data coding, creating databases for criminal justice agencies, analyzing the data using a variety of software packages, and presenting the data in narrative and graphic formats. Students will learn how to use Microsoft ACCESS to create databases, the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences to analyze data, and Microsoft PowerPoint for statistical presentations.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 310 .
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CRM 318 - Federal Criminal Process Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
This course examines federal authority and responsibility for criminal acts, including constitutional issues, federal statutes (RICO, money laundering, tax offenses, domestic terrorism, public corruption), federal enforcement agencies, criminal procedure, federal grand jury, and Federal Sentencing Guidelines. Unique tools available to federal law enforcement agencies and prosecutors – asset forfeiture, electronic interception, the Patriot Act – will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 120 and (CRM 303 or CRM 305 ).
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CRM 322 - Violent Crime and Federal Initiatives Three Credits
Fall Semester
This course examines current patterns of violent crime in the US, such as gang violence and spousal abuse, and the role of federal criminal justice agencies in designing and implementing agency partnership models to reduce crime in local communities.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or CRM 201 .
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CRM 324 - Mediation in Criminal Justice Three Credits
Fall Semester
Mediation is an effective method of reducing or resolving conflict between disputing parties. Its use is widespread: in government (courts, international diplomacy); as a professional service for businesses and families; in schools; and in community crime prevention where gangs are prevalent. Techniques of mediation are learned through reading, demonstration, and role-play.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or CRM 201 .
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CRM 333 - The Accused Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
This course contemplates the criminal justice system (primarily in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts) from the perspective of the defendant and his counsel and from arrest to post-trial in misdemeanor and felony court. Beginning with the attorney-client relationship and continuing throughout criminal proceedings, defendants and defense counsel face challenges distinct from law enforcement and prosecutors. The course examines the unique challenges that the accused, whether guilty or not, encounter in the modern criminal justice system.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 201 .
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CRM 335 - Spatial Crime Analysis Three Credits
Spring Semester
Introduces a variety of methods and techniques for the visualization, exploration, and modeling of crime data using geographic mapping. Emphasis on mapping real life crime data and exploring mapping technology as a strategic planning tool for law enforcement agencies. The main objectives are to teach students the basic concepts of geographic mapping and its use by a variety of criminal justice agencies using ArcView Mapping software.
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CRM 352 - Topics in Criminology Three Credits
Not Offered 2009-2010
Examines topics of current interest in criminology, including the etiology and characteristics of specific categories of crime. The specific content focuses on timely, cutting edge research and case studies that are of academic importance. Content varies as topics evolve.
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CRM 409 - Seminar: Deviance and Control Three Credits
Alternating Fall Semesters
Examines the concept of deviance in society and its implications for the study of contemporary behavior. The first half of the semester focuses on the competing perspectives on deviant behavior and implications. The second half examines how individual and organizational deviance is defined, reacted to, and managed.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 201 or SOC 101 .
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CRM 410 - Seminar: Juvenile Justice Three Credits
Alternate Years: Fall 2011, 2013
This course examines promising strategies, primarily in the private sector, for handling juvenile offenders. Students directly observe programs and work with program managers to develop plans to expand community-based and private-sector support. Presentation, advocacy, and networking skills are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 224 and one additional CRM course.
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CRM 411 - Seminar: Police and Society Three Credits
Spring Semester
Police discretion and values. Affirmative action, hiring, training, police organization, police and the community. Research and evaluation in criminology.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 201 and one additional CRM course.
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CRM 412 - Seminar: Punishment and Public Policy Three Credits
Alternate Years: Spring 2012, 2014
Seminar will focus on the development of punishment policy, judicial discretion, and the sanctioning process. It will trace the history of punishment in the US; compare our policies with those of other countries; and examine the impact of punitive society. Students will study death penalty policy, considering its morality, implementation, and impact.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 201 , or CRM 204 .
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CRM 430 - Seminar: Race, Class and Gender in the Criminal Justice System Three Credits
Alternate Years: Fall 2011, 2013
A comparative examination of women and minorities in the criminal justice system. Topics include: women and minority offenders; women and minority victims; women and minorities at different stages of the criminal justice process (police, courts, and corrections); women and minorities employed within the system; and societal attitudes toward women and minorities involved in the system.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 201 and one additional CRM course.
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CRM 432 - Seminar: At-Risk Families and Youths Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
This course examines characteristics of the growing numbers of families and youths on the “fault line” of present-day society in the United States. Causes and solutions that have been proposed to understand, control, and redress problems of at-risk families and youths are discussed. Topics include social stratification, victimization, crime prevention, innovative school programs, and other social intervention programs.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 224 .
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CRM 440 - Seminar: White Collar Crime Three Credits
Fall Semester
The course focuses on crimes committed by persons of respectability and high social status as opposed to traditional “street crimes” normally spotlighted in criminal justice courses. Such crimes include: restraint of trade, misrepresentation in advertising, infringement of patents and copyrights, unfair labor practices, financial fraud, and violations of trust. The extent, societal costs, and enforcement practices of such crimes are evaluated. Implications for prevention and for the punishment of offenders are presented for class discussion. The case method is used as the basis of class structure.
Prerequisite(s): CRM 120 or SOC 101 .
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CRM 475 - Internship in Criminology Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
The Capstone course for the major, the Internship provides an academic experience in which the third- or fourth-year student (only) contribute to the ongoing organizational process while learning to apply criminology theories to observations of structure, function, and process in a particular correctional, court, or law enforcement agency.
Prerequisite(s): Written permission of the faculty member supervising the internship.
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CRM 490 - Directed Study Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Supervised reading and research directed by Department member. Permission of the faculty member directing the project and the Department Chairperson.
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CRM 497 - Senior Thesis Three Credits
Fall Semester
Fourth-year students will polish their communication skills and build on prior coursework. The goal is preparation of a paper suitable for presentation at an annual meeting of a professional association during the spring semester. Taught in seminar/workshop format, the course includes presentations from departmental faculty about conducting research in sociology, criminology and anthropology.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of Department Chairperson.
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Critical Encounters: History |
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GENH 100 - Critical Encounters – History Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
An introduction to the study of history focusing on documentary evidence and historical writing drawn from a variety of themes and periods. Emphasizes several goals and questions, including “What is History?” and “Who Owns History?” Students will develop an awareness of primary sources and their uses, historical perspectives, historiography, and competing interpretations of crucial events in history.
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GENH 140 - Honors Critical Encounters – History Three Credits
Fall Semester
An introduction to the study of history through documentary evidence and historical writing. Emphasizes several goals and questions, including: “What is History?” and “Who Owns History?” In this course students develop an awareness of primary sources, historical perspectives, historiography, and competing interpretations of crucial events.
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GENL 100 - Critical Encounters – Literature Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
A historical and thematic study of literature and allied arts that places written and performance texts within the context of other works representing diverse cultures and periods. All the sections will emphasize the development of skills related to close reading (interpretation, analysis, evaluation) and precise writing.
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GENL 140 - Honors Critical Encounters – Literature Three Credits
Fall Semester
A thematic and historical study of literature and allied arts that places texts in the context of other creative work from diverse cultures and periods. The course emphasizes the development of skills related to close reading, interpretation, analysis, evaluation, and precise writing.
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GENP 100 - Critical Encounters – Philosophy Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
An introductory examination of the history and nature of Western philosophical thought from the ancient Greeks to the present. Discussion of the fundamental areas of philosophy including metaphysics (questions about what is), epistemology (questions about how we know), logic (the rules of good thinking), ethics (questions about what is good and just), social and political philosophy (questions about the relation between the individual and society), and aesthetics (questions about art and beauty).
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GENP 140 - Honors Critical Encounters – Philosophy Three Credits
Fall Semester
An introductory inquiry into the history and nature of Western philosophical thought from the ancient Greeks to the present. The course covers some of the fundamental areas of philosophy, including metaphysics, epistemology, logic, ethics, social and political theories, and aesthetics.
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GENR 100 - Critical Encounters – Religious Studies Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
An examination of the way religions have been studied as an academic discipline, focusing primarily on the theme of religious encounters: encounters with the divine as reported by seminal religious figures, encounters between religious communities, and encounters between religious and secular traditions as seen in the contemporary tensions between religion and science.
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GENR 140 - Honors Critical Encounters – Religious Studies Three Credits
Fall Semester
An examination of the way religions have been studied as an academic discipline. The course focuses primarily on the theme of religious encounters: with the divine as reported by seminal religious figures, between religious communities, and between religious and secular traditions as seen in contemporary tensions between religion and science.
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VPD 141 - Dance and Movement Three Credits
Spring Semester
Dance instills confidence, self-expression, and personal challenge, all useful daily living skills. An exploration of dance styles and music provides students with the opportunity to develop these skills, while experiencing their own flexibility. Rhythm, space, and its effect upon movement are also examined. Challenging for all levels.
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VPD 251 - Dance Technique: Ballet, Jazz, and Modern Three Credits
Fall Semester
The art of dance reflects the heritage, culture, and diversity of its people. It relates to the human condition and expresses experiences and emotions. This course is designed to give an overview of dance styles from the ballet barre, a modern center, and jazz combinations. The focus will be on placement, movement qualities, and effort needed to execute required shapes that are prevalent in these dance styles.
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VPD 253 - Modern Jazz Dance Three Credits
Fall Semester
Performance-based class in which Jazz technique is taught and Jazz choreography practiced. A class performance at the end of the course might be coordinated with the Chorus and presented to the College.
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VPD 254 - Modern Dance Technique Three Credits
Not Offered 2010-2011
Introduces fundamental movement principles and the basic elements of modern dance choreography. Through a structured dance class, students explore the connection between movement and breath, body alignment, rhythm, dynamics, space and motivation. Students can expect to raise the level of their technical ability, while keeping the perspective that technique serves expression and communication and that movement is a bridge between one’s inner life and the outside world. Video viewings and reading assignments will introduce important figures and trends in 20th-century modern dance.
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VPD 255 - Ballet I Three Credits
Fall Semester
This course will cover ballet technique: the principles of proper alignment, placement, ballet terminology and steps. Ballet barre and center will give students the practice required for developing their dance ability. This class is open to beginning ballet students and to those who have had more classical training.
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VPD 256 - Dance for Musical Theatre Three Credits
Spring Semester
Explores the world of musical theatre through dance. Students will learn a variety of dance styles associated with musicals throughout the decades. Tap, jazz, and ballet will be incorporated.
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VPD 257 - Introduction to Dance Composition Three Credits
Spring Semester
Explores the different approaches to dance choreography. The influence of music, costume and lighting suitable for choreographic purposes and dance performance will also be studied. Different dance styles will be utilized by each student to create combinations that will lend to fully composed original pieces
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VPD 355 - Advanced Jazz Dance Three Credits
Not Offered 2010-2011
Intended for the student with some previous dance experience. It expands the dancer’s basic understanding of alignment, develops a deeper understanding of musicality including syncopation, and introduces complex movement skills. Students discover various styles and trends in American vernacular dance and learn to express themselves through their own choreography.
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VPD 356 - Ballet II Three Credits
Not Offered 2010-2011
Expands the knowledge gained in previous ballet classes. Students are encouraged to explore the technical and artistic aspects of classical ballet. Each class will include barre and center work as well as some study of current ballets.
Prerequisite(s): Some previous ballet training.
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VPD 357 - Dance Company One Credit
Fall and Spring Semesters
The Stonehill College Dance Company provides performing experience for qualified students through participation in a company that reflects the spirit of the College. The company is comprised of auditioned dancers who will learn choreography, of well known area choreographers, in an organized manner and perform in various venues on and off campus throughout the semester. Individual creative expression will be emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Instructor. Course may be repeated for credit. Course must be taken three times to earn the equivalent of a 3-credit course.
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VPD 360 - Dance Outreach Three Credits
Spring Semester
Unique opportunity for learning, community service and exchange. Stonehill students will lead children “at risk” from the Brockton area through various movement exercises. A piece will be choreographed and performed at the end of the semester. A dance background is required.
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VPD 490 - Directed Study Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Supervised reading and research directed by Department member. Written consent of the Instructor is required.
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Economics |
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ECO 171 - Economics and Everyday Life Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Studies the economic way of thinking, how people make choices, how a market economy works. Topics include: assessing policies, shortages, wages, poverty, crime, environment, marriage, divorce, family size, declining church attendance, Social Security, international trade and investment, inflation, interest rate, budget deficits/surpluses. ECO 171 does not qualify as an elective for either the major or minor nor does it substitute for ECO 176 .
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ECO 176 - Microeconomic Principles Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Economic analysis of product and resource markets. The consumption behavior of households, the price and output decisions of firms under various forms of market structure, the distribution of income.
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ECO 178 - Macroeconomic Principles Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Descriptive, historical and theoretical treatment of the overall level of economic activity, prices and employment within the framework of American capitalism. Contributions of Smith, Ricardo, Keynes, and others.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 176
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ECO 205 - Economics of Social Issues and Public Policy Three Credits
Spring Semester
Economic analysis of issues often neglected in traditional economics courses, emphasizing policies that may alleviate social problems. Topics include healthcare, education, crime, substance abuse, cigarette smoking, gambling, housing, and family issues.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 176 .
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ECO 206 - United States Economic History Three Credits
Not Offered 2010-2011
Basic economic analysis is used to study important aspects of the economic history of the United States. Concentration is on the period from 1830 to 1945, when the U.S. became a major industrial power. Emphasized are the development of big business, the effect of race and gender on markets, opportunities and incomes, and government policy.
Crosslisted with HIS 251 .
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ECO 211 - Economics of Labor Unions Three Credits
Fall Semester
Examines the historical and current role of organized labor in the U.S. and its impact on employment, wages, prices, and trade. Additional topics include collective bargaining, labor market discrimination, and the globalization of production.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 176 and ECO 178 .
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ECO 217 - Economic History of the 20th Century American Family Three Credits
Spring Semester
The course traces the socioeconomic progress of a variety of American families over the century. Changes in real income, employment conditions, labor force participation, education, residence, and family life are examined within the context of larger economic, political, and social events such as immigration, war, depression, the labor movement, civil rights, and women’s rights.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 176 and ECO 178 .
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ECO 219 - History of World Economic Development Three Credits
Fall Semester
The world has experienced an extraordinary but unevenly distributed increase in material living standards over the last 250 years. This course examines major developments, issues, and controversies related to long run economic development and change. Themes include the causes of technological leadership, the connection between technological change and business structure, and the spread of industry.
Crosslisted with HIS 219 .
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ECO 225 - China’s Economic Miracle: A Closer Look Three Credits
Not Offered 2010-2011
An introduction to the unprecedented developments taking place in the most populous and fastest growing nation. Focus on China’s metamorphosis from a centrally planned socialist state to a market economy under the umbrella of political suppression. Additional emphasis of the unintended consequences of their current “economic growth at any cost” policies from the perspective of economic theory, as well as from a cross section of disciplines including political science, religion, sociology, communications, and film studies.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 176 and ECO 178 .
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ECO 241 - Economic Statistics Three Credits
Fall Semester
Descriptive statistics; probability; probability distributions; expected values; the binomial distribution; the normal distribution; sampling and sampling distributions; statistical inference – estimation and hypothesis testing; index numbers.
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ECO 242 - Econometrics Three Credits
Spring Semester
Is secondary smoke harmful? Learn econometrics to appropriately answer questions like this. The theory and application of multivariate regression analysis. We concentrate on problems of estimation and hypothesis testing of the direction and magnitude of possible causal relationships among variables. We use STATA econometrics software.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 176 and ECO 178 and ECO 241 .
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ECO 244 - The Economics of Sports Three Credits
Spring Semester
The course analyzes the industry of sports, especially professional and big-time college sports, using and developing tools of economic analysis, mainly microeconomics. Topics include the salary structure of professional team sports and the effects of free agency; the factors affecting sports attendance; the value of sports programming to broadcasters, and the effect of television revenues; the effect of the NCAA on television contracts and student-athlete choices; the economic effects of professional sports franchises and stadia.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 176 and ECO 178 and completion of any Stastical Reasoning course.
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ECO 246 - Forensic Economics Three Credits
Fall Semester
Forensic Economics is the study of the contributions made by economists in providing expert opinions related to the measurement of economic damages in a vast array of legal dilemmas and circumstances. Such circumstances include the wrongful death associated with medical malpractice, discrimination and wrongful termination, catastrophic personal injuries, and others. This course provides students with an opportunity to “do economics” by incorporating active learning techniques associated with the functions of the forensic economist.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 176 and ECO 178 , and statistics from any discipline. Familiarity with spreadsheet software (such as Excel) is also strongly recommended.
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ECO 301 - Intermediate Microeconomics Three Credits
Fall Semester
Theory of consumer behavior, the firm, product and factor markets, with emphasis on application of theory to real world problems.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 176 and ECO 178 .
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ECO 303 - Intermediate Macroeconomics Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Theory of income, employment, and output; economic fluctuations, inflation, interest rates, growth, and stabilization policy.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 176 and ECO 178 .
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ECO 305 - Public Sector Economics Three Credits
Fall Semester
Theoretical and empirical microeconomic analysis of government policy with respect to the efficient allocation of resources and the equitable distribution of income. Learn how appropriately chosen government policy enhances (rather than hinders) efficiency and equity in our society.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 176 and ECO 178 .
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ECO 309 - Money and Banking Three Credits
Fall Semester
Analysis of the operation of financial markets and financial institutions focusing on financial intermediaries including commercial banks, investment banks and the central bank. Examines the structure and performance of the bond and stock markets, derivatives, and other financial instruments. Extensive use current market information prepares students with the real-world knowledge and experience necessary for careers in the financial world.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 176 and ECO 178 .
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ECO 311 - International Economics Three Credits
Not Offered 2010-2011
This course covers the major themes of the theory of international trade. The gains from trade, tariff and non-tariff barriers to trade, the theories of international trade such as the theory of absolute and comparative advantage and the Heckscher-Ohlin theory will be studied. The justifications for trade protection, its effects on the economy, historical and contemporary U.S. trade policy and the economics of regional trade agreements will also be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 176 and ECO 178 .
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ECO 317 - Economics and the Law Three Credits
Alternate Years: Fall 2011, 2013
Focus on how an understanding of the law is furthered by an awareness of the economic background against which it operates. The course draws from economic principles developing concepts such as efficiency, property rights, regulation and income distribution. Applications of these ideas include crime, discrimination, health, the environment, professional sports, gun control, and the legal services industry.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 176 and ECO 178 .
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ECO 319 - Urban and Regional Economics Three Credits
Spring Semester
Economic analysis of urban and regional dynamics, especially changing population and business location factors. Examines the problems of modern cities, e.g., housing, transportation, education, crime, and the cost of providing municipal services.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 176 .
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ECO 321 - Economics of Healthcare Three Credits
Spring Semester
Economic analysis of healthcare delivery markets, physician and nurse shortages, insurance industry distortions, models of hospital behavior, demand and supply considerations, impact of market failure.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 176 .
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ECO 323 - Labor Economics and Manpower Policy Three Credits
Fall Semester
Economic analysis of labor markets, supply and demand considerations, labor force participation, wage determination models, discrimination theories, unemployment, manpower planning programs, and other public policies.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 176 and ECO 178 .
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ECO 327 - Environmental Economics Three Credits
Spring Semester
Topics in natural resource and energy economics and environmental regulation, include the allocation, development, conservation, and scarcity of natural resources. We study pollution control through taxes, quotas and standards using cost-benefit models as a policy guide. Types of energy resources, substitutability, conversion and the relevance of energy to economic growth is discussed.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 176 .
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ECO 329 - Industrial Organization Three Credits
Spring Semester
Analysis of industries with varying degree of monopoly power and influence: monopolies, cartels, oligopolies, and monopolistic competition. Firm strategies, under both collusive arrangements and competitive pressures. Policy implications like antitrust and regulation. Effects of asymmetrically held information – how parties with information try to use it, those lacking information try to make up for it.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 176 ; recommended: ECO 301 and ECO 241 -ECO 242 .
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ECO 333 - Monetary Theory and Policy Three Credits
Spring Semester
The roles of money, central banking, and monetary policy in the economy. How the Fed reacts to different news and how to predict the impact of the Fed reaction on the financial community. Topics start with the Classical Theory moving onto the Keynesian Theory and Milton Friedman’s Modern Quantity Theory. Different Theories on demand for money and supply of money and their impact on the conduct and results of monetary policy are examined.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 309 and ECO 303 .
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ECO 335 - Managerial Economics Three Credits
Alternate Years: Fall 2011, 2013
The application of economic theory and analysis to managerial decision-making. Topics include optimization techniques, alternative pricing policies, various strategic decision making analysis. Senior level managers provide interactive lectures emphasizing the decision-making process applicable to their firm or industry.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 301 , ECO 303 , ECO 241 , ECO 242 or equivalent.
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ECO 337 - Mathematical Economics Three Credits
Not Offered 2010-2011
Applications of calculus, linear algebra and differential equations to economic modeling, equilibrium analysis, optimization, comparative static analysis, dynamic analysis and game theory. Topics include: theory of the firm, consumer theory, macroeconomic models, and more.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 125 - MTH 126 , and ECO 301 - ECO 303 ; recommended: MTH 251 .
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ECO 341 - Forecasting Three Credits
Not Offered 2010-2011
Examination of modern forecasting methods utilized in economics and business with concentration on econometric models, exponential smoothing techniques, and time-series models. Advanced time-series models, including advanced exponential smoothing techniques and autoregressive integrated moving average (ARIMA) techniques (Box-Jenkins models). Evaluation and comparison of forecasting models and techniques.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 242 or equivalent.
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ECO 343 - International Finance Three Credits
Fall Semester
Different aspects of the international financial markets, international trade, and balance of payments are studied by using analytical models of an open economy. This course examines the structure and the performance of the foreign exchange market through an extensive use of the Bloomberg technology. Using Bloomberg, students learn the interactions between economic news, global financial markets and exchange rates. Particular emphasis is placed on current issues related to the global financial crisis, international monetary system, the European Union and The European Bank. Other topics include money and financial management for international corporations, interest and commodity arbitrage, spot and forward currency markets. Bloomberg Financial Terminals and Bridge Telerate are used in the course in order to give students a more hands-on knowledge of the international financial markets.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 176 and ECO 178 . May not receive credit for both ECO 343 and BUS 425 .
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ECO 401 - Portfolio Management Three Credits
Spring Semester
This course is for students interested in pursuing careers in the investment world. It provides them with the necessary tools to obtain positions in portfolio management, investment banking, and money management of mutual funds, retirement assets, pension funds, and banks’ trusts. Topics include risk/ return strategies, optimal portfolio theory, the Capital Asset Pricing Model, fixed-income portfolio management, options markets, option valuation, and futures and swaps. Bloomberg Financial Terminals and Bridge Telerate are used extensively in the course, as they are in the financial community. This simulates the interaction between markets, and creates a virtual trading investment opportunity. Familiarity with this real-world tool prepares students for the jobs mentioned above.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 309 or ECO 303 , and consent of the Instructor. May not receive credit for both ECO 401 and BUS 327 .
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ECO 420 - Fixed Income Analysis Three Credits
Spring Semester
This course covers valuation and portfolio management techniques for fixed income securities. Major topics include: the term of structure or interest rates; the measurement and management of price volatility using duration and immunization; credit risk embedded options and option-adjusted spreads; mortgages and prepayments risk; and international bond portfolios.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 309 or BUS 327 .
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ECO 421 - Seminar in Economic History Three Credits
Spring Semester
Capstone seminar for Economics majors. Major works of economic history are studied, to understand the field’s major narratives and methodology. Students write a major research paper, give each other feedback, and make a formal presentation to the department.
Prerequisite(s): Senior EC major, ECO 241 , ECO 301 and ECO 303 .
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ECO 449 - Economics Honors Thesis I Three Credits
Fall Semester
Thesis-writing seniors in the economics Honor Program are required to consult with a faculty advisor and to begin research for a thesis. This requires a minimum of a well-developed topic, comprehensive review of the literature and evidence that sufficient data is available to conduct empirical work, as demonstrated in writing and through an oral presentation to the economics faculty, Consult “Departmental Honors Program” section for more detail.
Prerequisite(s): Senior Standing, acceptance to the Economics Honors Program, consent of Department Chair.
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ECO 450 - Economics Honors Thesis II Three Credits
Spring Semester
Thesis-writing seniors in the Economics Honors Program are required to complete a thesis paper and will make an oral presentation to the economics faculty in accordance with Department’s timetable. Consult “Department Honors Program” section for more detail.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 449 , Senior Standing, acceptance to the Economics Honor Program, consent of Department Chair.
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ECO 475 - Internship in Economic Research Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Students work at a business or government organization (sponsor) under the supervision of both a faculty member and the sponsor. The field of study and sponsoring organization is specific to the student’s interest. In the past, students have worked in a wide variety of fields, including brokerage firms, state and local government agencies, private banks, and consulting organizations. The student’s main academic requirement is to successfully complete a detailed paper describing the connection between their internship responsibilities and economic theory and quantitative techniques.
Prerequisite(s): Minimum 3.0 GPA and permission of the Internship Coordinator and Department Chairperson required.
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ECO 490 - Directed Study Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters
Investigation in some field for which the student has special interest not covered by a normally-scheduled course. Student must present plans in advance of pre-registration to some full-time faculty member who will agree to direct and evaluate the project.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the faculty member directing the project and the Department Chairperson required.
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