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BUS 403 - Management Information Systems (MIS)
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CSC 113 . An introduction to computer-based information systems and its role in business and other organizations. Topics include information technology, information systems, development concepts, hardware/software concepts, data communications, database concepts, application software, and utilization focusing on information as a resource. Fall
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BUS 413 - Corporate Finance
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: ACT 213 or ACT 303 and BUS 243 . A study of how corporate capital needs and sources of funds are determined. Emphasis is on the management techniques employed in financial analysis, planning and control for the business enterprise. Spring
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BUS 433 - Organizational Behavior
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: BUS 213 and junior status. This course introduces students to theories and models of human behavior in organizations with an emphasis on the individual level processes. Topics covered include individual and situational explanations for behavior, communication, decision-making, motivation, leadership, and teams. Workplace and managerial applications are considered. Fall-Odd
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BUS 443 - Strategic Management
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: Junior status. A capstone course combining elements of the major disciplines of business management. Begins with determination of mission and vision, analysis of resources, and progresses through strategy formulation. Extensive use of cases requiring application of concepts presented in accounting, finance, economics, business law, and marketing. Spring
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BUS 453 - Small Business Consulting
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: 3.0 GPA, senior standing and permission. Course for senior level business (or related area) students to provide consulting services to area small businesses. Students will work in groups and some travel may be required. Occasionally
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BUS 483 - Business Internship
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: Business Administration major, completion of 60 hours, 3.0 GPA in major and overall, and permission. This course provides an opportunity to gain practical knowledge in the field of business. Pass/Fail. Fall/Spring/Summer
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BUS 49V - Special Problems in Business
Credit Hours: 1-3
Prerequisite: permission. Individual work to permit the students to explore or research a problem of special interest. Fall/Spring
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Business Missions |
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BSM 48V - Business Missions Internship
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: permission and only permitted during the summer term. Practical experience in an approved position in a mission field that is cross-cultural in nature. This internship must be completed without withdrawing from the college. Pass/Fail. Fall
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Character Curriculum |
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CC 10V - BASE Camp
Credit Hours: 1-6
Base Camp introduces students to character strengths, skills, habits, and relationships they need in order to grow in their character and calling while at the College. This applied character lab is expected of all incoming students to the College and facilitated by faculty and staff. Course fee required. Pass/Fail. Fall, Spring, Summer
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CC 100 - Character Camp
Credit Hours: 0
College of the Ozarks orientation program for incoming students that introduces them to basic character strengths, leadership development, and the relationships, programs, and services that will support their college journey. 0 credit. Pass/Fail. Fall/Spring
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CC 3001 - Big Questions
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Junior Status. This course is an option for students on the “Thrive Pathway”, which when completed leads to recognition for leadership development. It is designed for students who have completed the majority of their GE courses along with various co-curricular activities. Questions that form the basis of the class will transcend any one major or discipline and may be tied to one of the three major emphases of the GE program: Human Society & Community, The Created Order, or Human Creativity and Flourishing. This course may be repeated for credit. Fall/Spring
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Chemistry |
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CHE 114 - General Chemistry I
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: Must have had MAT 013 with a grade of P or Math ACT score of 22 or greater. In addition, must have had high school chemistry or CHE 1004 . This course is designed for a college freshman who plans to major in a field of science. General Chemistry I and II will give the student the necessary fundamental concepts of chemistry for continued studies in the sciences. The course will include a theoretical treatment of the nature of matter and a logical problem solving approach. There will be emphasis on stoichiometry, atomic theory and bonding. There are three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory each week. Fall/Spring
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CHE 124 - General Chemistry II
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: CHE 114 with a grade of C- or better. This course is a continuation of CHE 114 . Topics included in the course will be equilibrium, reduction-oxidation, kinetics, descriptive inorganic chemistry, nuclear chemistry and semi-micro qualitative analysis. Topics and examples from organic chemistry and biochemistry are utilized throughout the General Chemistry I and II sequence. There are three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory each week. Spring
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CHE 134 - General, Organic, & Biochemistry I
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: Must have had MAT 013 with a grade of P or Math ACT score of 22 or greater. General, Organic, and Biochemistry I is an integrated course that is taught at an introductory level with the theme of the interrelatedness of chemistry and health. Units include: nuclear approaches to medicine and food safety, biomolecules, lipids, and body fluids. This course is not acceptable as credit toward a chemistry or biology degree. There are three hours of lecture, and one three-hour laboratory each week. Fall
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CHE 144 - General, Organic & Biochemistry II
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: C- or better in CHE 134 . General, Organic, and Biochemistry II is a continuation of CHE 134 - General, Organic, & Biochemistry I . This course is taught at an introductory level with a theme of the interrelatedness of chemistry and health. The chemical structures and properties of the four major classes of biomolecules (lipids, carbohydrates, proteins, and nucleic acids) will be covered. The structure/property relationship of biomolecules, along with understanding their function in living systems is explored. Interactions of the biomolecules with each other and with drug molecules will also be presented. Metabolism, nutrition, protein biosynthesis and genetic diseases will be covered as time permits. This course is not acceptable as credit toward a chemistry or biology degree. There are three hours of lecture, and one three-hour laboratory each week. Spring
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CHE 151 - Laboratory Safety
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Permission. A survey of laboratory safety, emergency response, and hazardous materials communication. Fall
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CHE 215 - Organic Chemistry I
Credit Hours: 5
Prerequisite: CHE 124 with a grade of C- or better. This course presents organic chemistry with sufficient depth and emphasis on theory for the science major. The following topics are covered: Nomenclature (naming), structure, properties, infrared (IR) spectroscopy, ultraviolet (UV) spectroscopy, and mass spectroscopy (MS), reactions of alkenes, alkynes, and dienes (especially electrophilic reactions), resonance and aromaticity, stereochemistry, substitution and elimination reactions of alkyl halides and alcohols, an introduction to multistep synthesis, biomolecules and biological reactions relating to the topics covered. (This includes saturated and unsaturated fatty acids, isomeric biomolecules such as amino acids and carbohydrates, hydration and dehydration reactions, and bio-alkylations such as nucleic acid methylation.) The laboratory will introduce the student to basic techniques in organic chemistry and to keeping scientific notebooks. There are three hours of lecture and one four-hour laboratory period each week. Fall
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CHE 225 - Organic Chemistry II
Credit Hours: 5
Prerequisite: CHE 215 with a grade of C- or better. Organic Chemistry II is a continuation of CHE 215 . Nomenclature, structure, properties, and spectroscopy of aromatics, ketones, aldehydes, carboxylic acids, esters, amides, anhydrides, and acid halides are covered and compared to biomolecules. Laboratory experiments illustrate course topics as well as introduce the student to the research, chemical literature, and report writing. There are three hours of lectures and one four-hour laboratory period each week. Spring
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CHE 234 - Environmental Chemistry
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: CHE 1004 or CHE 114 with a grade of C- or better. This course presents selected topics in the chemistry of the environment including air, water and soil. Subjects to be discussed include photochemical smog, gaseous and particulate contamination, equilibrium, biodegradability of chemicals, hazardous waste, toxicology and Green Chemistry. In addition, students will learn sampling procedures for a range of chemical and environmental systems and analytical testing methods. There are three one-hour lectures per week and one three-hour laboratory each week. Spring-Odd
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CHE 314 - Physical Chemistry I
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: CHE 225 or CHE 334 and MAT 175 with a C- or better. This course covers quantum mechanics, atomic and molecular structure, and spectroscopy. There are three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory each week. Fall-Even
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CHE 324 - Physical Chemistry II
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: CHE 225 or CHE 334 and MAT 175 with a C- or better. This course covers thermodynamics, thermochemistry, chemical kinetics, and properties of gases, liquids, and solids. There are three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory each week. Spring-Odd
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CHE 334 - Quantitative Chemical Analysis
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: CHE 124 with a grade of C- or better. This course presents the principles of analytical chemistry and includes laboratory operations, statistics, volumetric and gravimetric analysis, chemical equilibrium, acid-base chemistry, and an introduction to instrumental analysis. There are three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory each week. Fall-Odd
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CHE 344 - Instrumental Chemical Analysis
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: CHE 334 with a C- or better. This course presents advanced topics in analytical chemistry primarily focusing on applications of instrumental methods for chemical analysis. The topics covered include spectroscopic, electrometric, and chromatographic methods of analysis, as well as the types of instruments that are currently available, and the limitations and advantages of these instruments. There are three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory each week. Spring-Even
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CHE 35V - Chemistry Research
Credit Hours: 1-6
Prerequisite: permission. This course introduces concepts of scientific research. Students will choose a research topic, conduct appropriate literature search, discuss methods of data analysis, write a research proposal outlining methodology, complete the project in a laboratory setting, write a written report, a summary poster and present the research at a professional meeting. Chemistry majors are required to enroll in three consecutive semesters to total 6 credit hours. Fall/Spring
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CHE 413 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: permission. This course presents atomic and molecular shape and symmetry, function, bonding, and periodic relationships of the elements. There are three hours of lecture per week. Offered Occasionally
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CHE 444 - Biochemistry I
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: C- or better in CHE 215 . A study of the chemical composition of living matter and the chemistry of life processes. Biochemistry I will cover the four major biomolecules (proteins, lipids, carbohydrates and nucleic acids) in terms of structure and function. Along with the study of lipids, we will examine biological transport in membranes. The course will also include the kinetics and catalytic mechanisms of enzymes, and an introduction to metabolism. Methods and approaches used in biochemical lab work and research will be presented as well as the biochemical basis of some disease states. Three one-hour lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Spring-Even
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CHE 454 - Biochemistry II
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: C- or better in CHE 225 and CHE 444 . Biochemistry II builds on the basics of structure and function of the four major bio-molecules (proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids) as studied in Biochemistry I. Metabolic pathways (reactions, enzymes that catalyze the reactions and their mechanisms, and regulation of the pathways) will be a major concept of the course. Mammalian metabolism will be the focus so that material related to human health and disease can be presented. In addition DNA based technologies, health issues and DNA replication, transcription, and translation will be covered. Additional topics of cellular signaling and photosynthesis are options as time and student needs allow. Three one-hour lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Fall - Even
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CHE 48V - Chemistry Internship
Credit Hours: 1-6
Prerequisite: permission. This course is designed for practical and supervised work experience in chemistry. The student needs to be accepted by a company, university or college, or a state or federal agency in some area of chemical work. Pass/Fail. Fall/Spring/Summer
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CHE 49V - Special Topics and Techniques in Chemistry
Credit Hours: 1-4
Prerequisite: permission. This course is designed for further study in an area of chemistry. These areas may include polymers, material science, computational chemistry, nuclear chemistry, genetic engineering, advanced organic synthesis, or other topics. Students are encouraged to talk to the chemistry faculty about their specific interests and desires for offering the course. Fall/Spring
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CHE 1004 - Introduction to Chemistry
Credit Hours: 4
A course designed for students who wish to use chemistry as a partial fulfillment of the general education requirement or as part of the chemistry requirements of an Agriculture major or Pre-nursing program. This course is not acceptable as credit toward a chemistry or biology degree. There are three hours of lecture per week and one two-hour laboratory each week. Fall/Spring
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CSC 113 - Fundamentals of Computer Systems
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: two years high school algebra or must be in or have had MAT 013 or higher. This course will provide an overview of modern computer systems including hardware, software, processing, and Input/Output. Topics will also include an introduction to personal computers, operating systems, spreadsheet, database, presentation software, data communications, computer networking, Internet utilization and a discussion of advanced Microsoft Word® features. Effective database searching techniques using the Internet and other database search engines will be covered as well as computer security, privacy and ethics. Problem solving techniques and computer solutions planning will also be covered. This course will not count towards a major or minor in CS or CIS. Fall/Spring
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CSC 123 - Fundamentals of Web Site Design
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CSC 113 or a passing grade of at least 70% on the computer proficiency exam. This is a “hands on” course that will introduce the basic concepts, issues and techniques related to designing, developing, and deploying web pages and web sites. During the course, students will learn about Web design, HTML, XHTML, basic JavaScript, Dynamic HTML, and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS). Additionally, students will be introduced to information architecture and Web usability literature to learn the concepts and measures that may be applied in the evaluation of Web sites. Fall/Spring
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CSC 133 - Programming Fundamentals I
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: MAT 133 or higher. Programming Fundamentals I is intended for students with little or no programming experience to teach them the role of algorithms in problem solving and symbolic computation. In this class we would discuss these topics: professional ethics and intellectual property of computer professionals, algorithm designs (problem abstraction, stepwise-refinement), basic problem-solving strategies (brute-force, basic/binary search, divide and conquer, scaffolding, debugging strategies), software development methods (design iteration, structured decomposition, benchmarking, unit testing, code review), fundamental programming concepts (flow control, function, encapsulation, recursive function, introduction to object-oriented paradigm), and fundamental data sequences (string, lists, tuple, dictionaries, files, and others). Course fee required. Fall/Spring
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CSC 213 - IT Project Management
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CSC 133 . Financial, schedule and feasibility analysis of information technology projects by utilizing current industry standards and best practices. Topics will include (but are not limited to): Understanding business problems and customer needs; identifying new product opportunities; defining what to build; managing product development using current industry practices; delivering value to employers and customers; managing project costs, changes and quality; project staffing assignments and documentation.
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CSC 233 - Programming Fundamentals II
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: CSC 123 and CSC 133 with a grade of C- or better and MAT 135 or higher. Programming Fundamentals II builds on the Programming Fundamentals I course and teaches more advanced object-oriented programming (object-oriented methodology, inheritance, UML diagrams, polymorphism, abstract classes, interfaces and others), advanced problem-solving strategies (divide and conquer, greedy algorithm, dynamic programming, recursive backtracking, etc.), programming interactive systems (event-driven, concurrent programming, model-view-controller pattern, basic human-computer interaction), software engineering issues (refactoring, design pattern, advanced debugging, etc.), and basic algorithms analysis (profiling, best-case, excepted/average-case, and worst-case behavior of algorithm, time-space trade-offs and others). Course fee required. Spring
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CSC 243 - Computer Architecture/Assembler
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CSC 133 . In this project-oriented course, we will build a modern computer system, from the ground up. Topics may include, but not limited to, Digital Logic and Digital System (combinational and sequential circuit, FPGA, Verilog/VHDL, physical constraint, ALU design, and others); Assembly Level Machine Organization (instruction set design, CPU design, processor microarchitecture and pipelining, etc.); Memory System Organization and Architecture (the concept of virtual machine, compiler, device memory map and others); Interfacing and Communication (I/O fundamentals, interrupt structures, buses, etc.); and Multiprocessing and Alternative Architectures (Power law, SIMD, MIMD, interconnection networks, and others). Spring
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CSC 303 - Data Structures
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CSC 233 with a grade of C- or better. This course is a review of professional and ethical issues, review of basic algorithm design and object-oriented design, and a survey of fundamental and advanced data structures (stack, queues, linked structured, trees, graphs, hash tables, heaps and others), advanced algorithm analysis (asymptotic analysis of upper and expected complexity bounds, big “O” notation, complexity classes, empirical measurements of performance, Master Theorem, etc.) and advanced programming techniques (randomized algorithms, stochastic algorithms, geometric algorithms, network flows, etc.). Course fee required. Fall
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CSC 323 - Seminar in Computer Science
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: permission. Courses which do not appear in the curriculum will be presented. The course topic will alternate among principles of operation, theory of algorithms and data communications. May be taken twice. Offered Occasionally
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CSC 333 - Programming Paradigms
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: 12 hours in computer science including CSC 233 . An examination of a given programming paradigm not currently in the computer science curriculum. Such paradigms could include object-oriented programming (OOP) and fourth generation language programming (4GL) as well as others as they become popular within the industry. Offered Occasionally
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CSC 343 - Database Systems
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: a minimum of a C- in CSC 233 . This course covers the fundamental concepts of database systems. Topics may include data modeling (relational database model, ER modeling, normalization, and others); query languages (SQL construction, query optimization, stored procedure, etc.); transaction processing (transaction management, concurrency control, integrity, and others); data mining (business intelligence, data warehouse, OLAP, data visualization, etc.) and distributed databases (big data, NoSQL database, security, and others). Course fee required. Spring
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CSC 353 - Numerical Analysis
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: CSC 133 or a programming course, and MAT 205 . See MAT 353 course description. May not be used as both CSC 353 and MAT 353. Cross-listed as: MAT 353 . Spring-Even
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CSC 413 - Operating Systems
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CSC 303 . The fundamental design, implementation and mechanisms of operating systems are covered with emphasis on managing system resources through the operating system’s command language or graphical user interface. Additional concepts covered may include modern memory management (paging, segmentation, virtual memory, cache, working set, thrashing, etc.), process management (scheduling, synchronization, deadlines, deadlock, concurrency and others), I/O devices management (serial devices, parallel devices, buffering, direct memory access, recovery from failure, etc.), file management (file systems, directories, partitioning, mount/unmount, virtual file systems, journaling and others), networking and distributed processing. Students will become familiar with several different operating systems with focus on Linux kernel. An extensive lab project and final project is required for all students. Fall
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CSC 423 - E-Commerce Systems
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: CSC 343 and CSC 123 . This course is an introduction to the key concepts of developing applications for the Internet and the World Wide Web. The course will examine e-commerce along with business, societal, ethical and legal implications. The course will include hands-on experience in the areas of website and mobile application design, development and deployment. Fall-Odd
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CSC 433 - Artificial Intelligence
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CSC 303 . This course introduces students to a broad overview of modern Artificial Intelligence, may include but not limited to these topics: fundamental issues in intelligent systems, basic search strategies, basic machine learning techniques, advanced search/optimization methodologies, reasoning under uncertainty, fuzzy systems, intelligent agents, natural language processing, advanced machine learning methodologies, and computer vision. Spring
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CSC 443 - Software Engineering
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: CSC 343 and senior class standing. A study of the systems development life cycle from feasibility study through system implementation including requirements analysis, developing and evaluating solutions, prototyping, Rapid Application Development (RAD) and other analysis and design techniques. Additional concepts covered include project management, documentation, performance prediction and measurement. Fall
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CSC 453 - IT Security and Networking
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: CSC 303 . Provides a study into security-first design and information security throughout the information lifecycle. Topics include risk management, disaster response/recovery, networking monitoring, authentication, user access control, and authorization. Network security and design of TCP/IP networks, firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention, remote access security including cloud based computing considerations. Various topics in modern cryptography. Malware, social engineering threats, other threats and defense tactics will be covered. Spring-Even
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CSC 463 - Senior Project/Capstone
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: CSC 443 and 12 hours of upper division Computer Science. This course must be taken in consecutive semesters with CSC 443 . Students will create a detailed project proposal to be approved by the Computer Sciences Department. Under faculty supervision, students will complete all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle for a significant programming project. Students will present their completed project during a public demonstration at the end of the semester. Spring
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CSC 473 - Topics in Quantum Computing
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CSC 303 and MAT 333 . Students will acquire a basic understanding of the quantum mechanics underpinning quantum computing constructs as well as implementations of those algorithms. Topics will include vectors and matrices, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, qubits and quantum gates, Dirac notation of quantum states, quantum circuits, entanglement, cryptography, key exchange, and other topics relevant to quantum computing. Students may utilize industry tools including QASM and the IBM Q Experience to submit quantum programs to a real quantum computer as well as the Microsoft Q# programming language. Occasionally
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CSC 48V - Computer Science Internship
Credit Hours: 1-6
Prerequisite: permission. This course will provide an opportunity for students to receive credit and obtain valuable experience while working for a company directly associated with the computer sciences. (May be repeated for a maximum of six credit hours and may not be used to fulfill CSC elective requirements). Pass/Fail. Fall/Spring/Summer
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CSC 49V - Special Problems Computer Science
Credit Hours: 1-6
Prerequisite: permission. Will provide an opportunity for an advanced student to receive credit and obtain valuable experience while designing systems requested by the Computer Science department. Fall/Spring
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CWM 253 - Natural Resource Conservation, Policy, and Law
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: one of the following, BIO 114 , BIO 124 , or BIO 1034 with a C- or better. An introduction to natural resource conservation and management from a social, political, and ecological perspective. The course will cover the state of natural resources and emphasis will be placed on ecologically sound methods, policy, and legal frameworks to protect and manage natural resources. Spring
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CWM 364 - Principles of Wildlife Management
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: BIO 114 , BIO 124 , CWM 253 and AGR 213 ; all prerequisites require a grade of C- or better. An overview of wildlife conservation and ecological principles; management of land and plant communities for wildlife, both game and non-game species. This course is designed for students who are interested in a wildlife management career. Laboratory included. Fall-Even
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CWM 401 - Conservation Exit Exam
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: Conservation and Wildlife Management major in last semester of the program. This course will consist of a Conservation and Wildlife Management exit exam administered the semester of graduation. Fall/Spring
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CWM 433 - Scientific Writing for Natural Resource Conservation
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: Instructor permission only. An overview of the scientific writing process including the peer-review process, manuscript preparation, manuscript submission, and response to reviewers. Students participate in an actual peer review of a manuscript as well as assist in drafting a novel manuscript for publication consideration. Pass/Fail. Occasionally
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CWM 473 - Applied Wildlife Biology
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: BIO 354 and CWM 364 with a minimum grade B- or permission. An applied field-oriented course that covers the theory and practical techniques used in wildlife management. Required readings, field work and formal presentations prepare the student for a career as wildlife biologist. Offered Occasionally
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CWM 48V - Conservation and Wildlife Management Internship
Credit Hours: 1-6
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. This course is a practical and supervised work experience in the field of conservation and wildlife management. Pass/Fail.
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CJS 103 - Introduction to Criminal Justice
Credit Hours: 3
A study and analysis of crime and the three major components of the criminal justice system: the police, courts and corrections. The philosophical perspectives, which govern the nature and function of these activities, as well as their interrelationships, will also be addressed. Fall/Spring
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CJS 213 - Corrections
Credit Hours: 3
A study of institutional corrections as well as probation, parole, and community correctional approaches and procedures. Examinations of court-directed probation and diversion, victim advocacy, parole and other corrections-oriented program management. Fall
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CJS 223 - Criminal Law
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CJS 103 This course will cover the origins and development of substantive criminal law and case law (to include the Christian foundation of the Constitution and its framers) in the United States justice system. Criminal responsibility and a thorough review of the Missouri Criminal Code. Fall
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CJS 236 - Emergency Medical Technology
Credit Hours: 6
This course prepares the student to be licensed as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic in the state of Missouri. The course follows the National EMS Core Content as promulgated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Core Content required by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services. Course fee required. Spring-Even
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CJS 233 - Juvenile Delinquency
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CJS 103 . An overview of the juvenile justice system process and procedure; of the nature and incidence of pre-delinquent and delinquent behavior and the criminal justice system’s ability to respond. A study of the physical and emotional abuse and neglect of children and differences in law and procedure in responding to child abuse situations. An examination of how a Christian worldview can have an affect on juveniles within the system. Spring
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CJS 253 - Criminal Investigation
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CJS 103 . An introductory examination of basic investigative principles from both primary and follow-up investigation perspectives. This class will examine major case investigative methods, sources of information, development of leads, crime analysis and methods applicable to organized crime and specific offenses. This class will also include a practical element in how to prepare arrest affidavits, search warrants, investigative subpoenas and other investigative documents. Fall
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CJS 273 - Criminal Procedure
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CJS 103 . Due process of law as it relates to the criminal justice system processes and procedures relevant to the investigation, arrest, and subsequent prosecution of criminal cases. A study of the grand jury, judicial officers and other court personnel responsibilities in adjudicating criminal cases. Spring
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CJS 291 - Criminal Justice Training
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: PAT 103 . This course is designed around total physical fitness with an emphasis on preparing students for entrance fitness tests required in many criminal justice occupations. Additional emphasis on career-specific fitness requirements will be addressed. This course may be repeated for a total of 7 hours. Course fee required. Fall/Spring
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CJS 323 - Crime Scene Investigation
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CJS 103 & CJS 253 A study of the practical application of contemporary methods and procedures for the securing, processing and preservation of crime scene evidence. Elements include photography, fingerprinting, body fluid and trace evidence collection, and measuring/sketching. An integrated component will be the legal and moral perspectives of crime scene investigation, including interview and interrogation techniques. Fall
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CJS 343 - Police Field Services
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CJS 103 . From an historical and contemporary perspective, a study of organizational structures, policies and practices of local, state and federal law enforcement agencies. The delivery of services by patrol, special operations and investigation units. Emphasis is placed on patrol operations and decisions that are based on a biblically informed worldview. Fall
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CJS 353 - Criminology
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CJS 103 . A study of historical and contemporary theories of criminal behavior. Emphasis will be placed on an understanding of environmental, biological, sociological, psychological, and spiritual components as they relate to this field of study. Spring
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CJS 373 - Criminal Evidence
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: CJS 103 and CJS 273 . A classroom study of the types, uses and admissibility of evidence in the criminal justice process. Particular emphasis will be placed on the role of the court in interpreting constitutional principles that attach to the discovery, documentation and presentation of evidence in court. Spring
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CJS 394 - Special Issues in Criminal Justice
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisite: CJS 103 . An in-depth review of special issues concerning life as a member of the Criminal Justice community. These include issues of social, emotional, spiritual, financial and physical well-being. Includes fee. Fall
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CJS 413 - Verbal Communication in Criminal Justice
Credit Hours: 3
A study of verbal communication skills utilized specifically by the members of the Criminal Justice community. Particular emphasis will be placed on dealing with uncooperative subjects, gaining compliance through verbal direction and courtroom testimony. Fall
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CJS 433 - Interview and Interrogation
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: CJS 103 and CJS 273 . A study and practical application of the techniques of interview and interrogation. Particular emphasis will be placed on the legal and ethical aspects, and a Christian worldview approach to interview and interrogation. Fall
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CJS 453 - Criminal Justice Report Writing
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: CJS 103 . An in-depth review of the types and styles of written communications practiced in criminal justice. Emphasis is on developing effective and proper report writing skills, and the use of computers in the communication process. Spring
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CJS 462 - Marksmanship and Firearm Safety
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: Criminal Justice majors and by permission only. Familiarization with firearm nomenclature, cleaning, and maintenance. Emphasis will be on firearm and range safety. Additional emphasis will be on the proper form and technique of safe and accurate marksmanship. Additional emphasis will be on the proper form and technique of safe and accurate marksmanship. Course includes a fee. Spring
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CJS 463 - Senior Capstone
Credit Hours: 3
A capstone course for graduating seniors which will emphasize compiling prior knowledge to participate in scenario-based testing as well as other assessment tools. Spring
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CJS 473 - Terrorism
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: CJS majors will be given priority. An overview of terrorist organizations, both domestic and international. Particular emphasis will be placed on the origins, motives, rationale, and actions of terrorist organizations as well as the American criminal justice response. Spring
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CJS 48V - Criminal Justice Internship
Credit Hours: 1-6
Prerequisite: permission. Practical, supervised experience in a public or private agency. One credit hour per forty hours of agency contact. May be repeated not to exceed six credit hour total. Pass/Fail. Fall/Spring/Summer
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CJS 49V - Criminal Justice Special Problems
Credit Hours: 1-3
Prerequisite: permission. Independent or semi-independent study/research under guidance of department faculty. May be repeated, not to exceed three credit hours total. Fall/Spring
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ECN 203 - Macroeconomics
Credit Hours: 3
An introduction to basic economic theory with emphasis on the importance of personal incentives in a free enterprise system. Attention then focuses on aggregate markets and a macroeconomic view of the determinants of national income, monetary system, employment levels and economic growth. Fall/Spring
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ECN 213 - Microeconomics
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: ECN 203 . A continuation of economic theory as applied to individual markets, prices, and distribution of income; a microeconomic view of the factors affecting the efficient use of resources. Particular attention is given to analysis of the economic role of government. Fall/Spring
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ECN 313 - Money and Banking
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: ECN 203 . A study of money and banking, including an analysis of the Federal Reserve System and monetary policy. Banking and personal finance topics such as loans, insurance, and credit reporting will be explored from a practical perspective. Fall
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ECN 323 - Insurance and Risk Management
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: BUS 243 . An exploration of the fundamentals of risk management as an important element of individual and corporate financial plans. This includes an evaluation of life, health, retirement, property, liability, and personnel exposures to loss and analyzing the methods for managing these risks. Risk management and insurance techniques for dealing with potential losses to individuals and organizations will be emphasized. Fall
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ECN 343 - Lending and Credit Analysis
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: BUS 243 . An introduction of credit and banking in the United States. Students gain an understanding of credit exposure, credit risk, and debt forms, as well as the reasons why entities borrow credit. The course covers various topics, such as financial instruments, consumer and commercial lending and loans, negotiable instruments, interest rates, and the functioning of the Federal Reserve System. The concepts covered will help credit analysts evaluate industry risks and market competition and understand how the identified risks are likely to affect the performance of the entity. Spring
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Education |
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EDU 201 - Classroom Observation
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: EDU 200 and 15 hours of credit at College of the Ozarks and minimum of sophomore status. Students spend time observing in classrooms at varied instructional levels and in several subject areas. The course is required for education majors and is strongly recommended for those who are considering teaching as a profession but are undecided. Fall/Spring
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EDU 200 - Introduction to Clinical Practice
Credit Hours: 0
A course designed to assist students in completing background checks and necessary paperwork to work in public school settings. Fall/Spring
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EDU 203 - Psychological Development of the Child and Adolescent
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: PSY 273 Registration is prohibited if PSY 253 or PSY 213 have been taken for credit. A course designed to help prospective teachers of all levels acquire knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for understanding human growth and development during the formative years from birth through adolescence. Research and critical thinking skills will be emphasized. Field and clinical experiences required. Cross Listed as PSY 213 . Fall/Spring
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EDU 211 - Classroom Participation
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisite: EDU 200 and EDU 201 . This is a required course for prospective teachers, both elementary and secondary. The student will spend time as a participant in teaching activities in a public school classroom working under the direction of an experienced teacher in the student’s major field. Fall/Spring
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EDU 213 - The Call to Teach, An Introduction to Teaching
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: Sophomore status. An introduction to teaching as a profession and God-given calling that focuses on fundamental knowledge for prospective teachers at all levels. Field and clinical experiences required. Course fee required. Fall/Spring
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EDU 223 - Methods of Teaching Literacy I
Credit Hours: 3
A course to help prospective elementary/middle school teachers acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for teaching literacy. Children’s literature is emphasized with integration across the curriculum. Fall/Spring
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EDU 253 - Methods of Teaching Mathematics I
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: Elementary Education major, and MAT 013 or math ACT 22 or greater. This course stresses appropriate strategies and materials for teaching basic math concepts, operations, and problem solving. Emphasis on the proper use of manipulative materials and remediation procedures in teaching math to elementary and middle school students. Fall/Spring
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EDU 263 - Integrated Learning
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: Declared Elementary Education or Early Childhood/Elementary Education Major. This course is designed to prepare prospective elementary teachers to effectively use knowledge of art, drama, music, health, nutrition, and movement techniques, materials and strategies to enhance teaching in the content field. Spring
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EDU 273 - Engaging Families as Educational Partners
Credit Hours: 3
This course focuses on efforts to recognize families’ vital role in success of children in education settings. The course will include strategies for developing authentic, respectful relationships with stakeholders while engaging families to support student growth and development within the school system. Fall/Spring
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EDU 283 - Linking Families with Community Resources
Credit Hours: 3
This course will explore a variety of resources and services designed to serve the broader needs of families within the community and school setting. The course will focus on necessary collaboration between schools and community to promote student success, maximize financial sustainability and resources which build public and student support and success. Fall/Spring
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EDU 303 - Education of the Exceptional Learner
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program. The course will focus on all areas of exceptionality in the classroom. It is designed to help the prospective teacher understand and appreciate the education of the exceptional learner. Specific attention will be given to state and federal guidelines to conduct the special education process. Field and clinical experiences required. Fall/Spring
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EDU 313 - Methods of Teaching Mathematics II
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: EDU 253 and Admission to Teacher Education Program. A course designed to cover content, methods and materials for teaching mathematics in the elementary school. Includes selection of appropriate instructional strategies, materials and learning activities for children of elementary and middle school. Fall/Spring
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EDU 323 - Methods of Teaching Literacy II
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: EDU 223 and Admission to Teacher Education Program. A course in teaching literacy which deals with the process of reading and writing, major approaches for literacy instruction, materials used, basic skills to be taught and techniques used. Fall/Spring
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EDU 333 - Analysis in Curriculum & Methods of Teaching
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program and EDU 211 . A course designed to help prospective teachers develop critical thinking skills as they relate to pedagogical knowledge of instructional models and teaching strategies integrated into instruction at all levels. Field and clinical experiences required. Fall/Spring
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EDU 343 - Methods of Teaching Literacy III
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: EDU 323 and Admission to Teacher Education Program. This course is designed to focus on literacy instruction at the elementary level and to utilize formal and informal assessments with a variety of teaching strategies. Field and clinical experiences required. Fall/Spring
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EDU 353 - Instructional Interventions
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program and EDU 333 ; Co-requisite: EDU 363 - Elementary & Early Childhood majors only; EDU 393 - K-12 & Secondary majors only. A course designed to provide prospective teachers of all levels, the necessary skills to assess needs and increase student success in the classroom with instructional interventions designed to meet the needs of a variety of learners. Field and clinical experiences required. Fall/Spring
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EDU 363 - Methods of Teaching Literacy in Content Fields
Credit Hours: 3
Co-requisite: EDU 353 . Prerequisite: Elementary and Early Childhood Education majors. Admission to Teacher Education Program. A course designed to help the middle school and elementary teacher use knowledge of literacy techniques, materials and strategies to improve teaching in the content fields. Field experiences required. Fall/Spring
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EDU 373 - Methods for Teaching Science
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program. Content, methods and materials for teaching science in elementary/middle school. Includes selection of appropriate instructional strategies, materials and learning activities for children of elementary/middle grades. Field experience required. Fall/Spring
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