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HUM 301 - CULTURES AND VALUES
Credits: Three
An interdisciplinary approach to great ideas of Western civilization, the course will proceed chronologically, beginning with the ancient Greeks.
Cross-listed: See HUM 101
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HUM 302 - ISSUES/IDEAS IN MOD/CONTEMPORARY
Credits: Variable between 3 and 4
The course is offered with different themes.
Note: It may be taken once for credit in the Humanities.
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HUM 303 - A MISSOURI SAMPLER
Credits: Three
The aim of this course is to acquaint students with the lore of North Americas greatest river and also to acquaint students with our state’s most important ethnic tradition.
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HUM 305 - TOPICS: AMERICAN CULTURAL HISTORY
Credits: Three
This course surveys major events, and ideas and issues in American cultural history.
Cross-listed: See HIST 105/305; HUM 105
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HUM 308 - MINORITY VOICES: AMERICAN LITERATURE
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: Take ENGL-101, Minimum grade C-
Students develop an appreciation of the literary contributions of minority Americans, primarily of Chinese, African, Puerto Rican, Japanese, Mexican, and Native American heritage.
Cross-listed: See ENGL 108; HUM 108/308
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HUM 318 - LIT FORMS: FABLE TO FILM
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: ENGL 101; Minimum grade C-
The course explains the art of storytelling through an analysis of narrative techniques in fiction, drama and film.
Cross-listed: See ENGL 118, 318, HUM 118
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HUM 328 - WOMEN IN SACRED WRITING
Credits: Three
This course provides an in-depth study of the historical roots and societal context of women’s religious experience in the traditions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. By using the Hebrew scriptures, the Christian New Testament, and the Islamic Koran, students explore the major contributions women have made and are making in humanity’s ongoing effort to understand and interpret faith.
Cross-listed: See REL 328; WS 328
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HUM 335 - RENAISSANCE/REFORMATION
Credits: Three
Cross-listed: See ENGL 335
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HUM 338 - LITERATURE OF THE ENLIGHTENMENT
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ENGL 101; Minimum grade C-
An interdisciplinary approach to the Age of Reason, this course emphasizes the literature (Dryden, Swift, Pope, Voltaire, Johnson, etc.), but also considers social history (pre- evolutionary France), political theory (Montesquieu and Rousseau primarily), religion (mainstream Protestantism vs. radical Protestantism and Deism) and art (in France, Baroque and Rococo styles; in England, Hogarth).
Cross-listed: See ENGL 338
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HUM 346 - THE BIBLE, LITERATURE AND THE ARTS
Credits: Three
This course provides an opportunity for students to explore Biblical themes, not only in the Hebrew and Christian scriptures but also in vernacular literatures, art, and music.
Cross-listed: See REL 346
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HUM 350 - JUDAISM, CHRISTIANITY AND THE HOLOCAUST
Credits: Three
This course focuses on relations between Jews and Christians before, during, and after the Holocaust. The causes of the Holocaust will be studied in detail. The lessons of the Holocaust will also be emphasized.
Cross-listed: See REL 350
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HUM 360 - THEATRE IN ST. LOUIS
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ENGL 101, ENGL 104 or ENGL 204H; Minimum grade C-
This course studies dramatic literature and performance through viewing, discussing and writing about professional, academic and community theatre productions in the St. Louis area.
Cross-listed: See ENGL 360
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HUM 375 - RELIGIONS IN ST. LOUIS
Credits: Three
This class introduces students to the wide variety of religious faiths practiced in St. Louis. Field trips will be taken to several houses of worship, where students will have an opportunity to meet religious leaders. Also, guest lecturers from various faith traditions speak to the class.
Cross-listed: See REL 375
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HUM 388 - GREEK/ROMAN MYTH IN ART AND LIT
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ENGL 101; Minimum grade C-
Mythology will be studied in primary sources (such as the works of Homer, Hesiod, Ovid, Virgil and the Greek dramatists). Its influence upon Western literature and art from the Middle Ages to the modern period will be considered.
Cross-listed: See ENGL 288/388; HUM 288
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HUM 397 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ENGL 101; Minimum grade C-
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HUM 455 - LIT/PHIL OF ENVIRONMENT
Credits: Three
An introduction to the intellectual foundations of the environmental movement. Students will read and discuss the major 19th Century writers who were the source of the environmental movement and become acquainted with the philosophical ideas that underpin the movement. Students also will learn about an ensemble of artists who have contributed to and drawn inspiration from the environmental movement.
Cross-listed: See PHIL 455
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HUM 465 - COMPARATIVE RELIGION & CULTURE
Credits: Three
The course introduces the basic beliefs and practices of the major religious cultures of the world. By comparing these beliefs with their own, students better understand their own beliefs and practices and become aware of how people of other cultures think and act religiously. Students develop a tolerance and an appreciation for other cultures and a basis for fuller international awareness and understanding.
Cross-listed: See REL 465
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HUM 475 - ENVIRONMENTAL ETHICS
Credits: Three
This course studies modes of reasoning and ethical decision making applied to environmental issues. It analyzes the many factors to be considered by both the public and the planners in developing environmental policies.
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HUM 496 - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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HUM 497 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Variable between 1 and 3
Prerequisite: Take ENGL-101, Minimum grade C-
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HUM 498 - CAPSTONE SEMINAR
Credits: Three
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HUM 550 - JUDAISM, CHRISTIANITY, & THE HOLOCAUST
Credits: Three
This course focuses on relations between Jews and Christians
before, during, and after the Holocaust. The causes of the
Holocaust will be studied in detail. The lessons of the Holocaust
will also be emphasized.
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HUM 597 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Three
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INTD 101 - UNIVERSITY SEMINAR
Credits: Three
The University Seminar introduces freshmen to higher education and
helps them develop skills that will enhance their experience as
college students. All seminars focus on three goals: critical
thinking, community, and communication. To accomplish these goals,
faculty engage students in a variety of activities, such as
writing, oral presentations, research, critical reading, and
conversations. In the seminars, freshmen are challenged to become
independent, creative, and critical thinkers; they participate in
the university community of scholars; and they learn to articulate
and defend their ideas. Students choose from a wide selection of
seminars in which they explore a theme through literature, art,
music, films, or other media.
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INTD 101H - UNIVERSITY SEMINAR-HONORS
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: Membership in the Bascom Honors Program
The University Seminar introduces freshmen to higher education and
helps them develop skills that will enhance their experience as
college students. All seminars focus on three goals: critical
thinking, community, and communication. To accomplish these goals,
faculty engage students in a variety of activities, such as
writing, oral presentations, research, critical reading, and
conversations. In the seminars, freshmen are challenged to become
independent, creative, and critical thinkers; they participate in
the university community of scholars; and they learn to articulate
and defend their ideas. Students choose from a wide selection of
seminars in which they explore a theme through literature, art,
music, films, or other media.
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INTD 201 - LEADERSHIP COLLOQUIUM
Credits: One-half
Prerequisite: Admission to Institute for Leadership and Values
Guest speakers explore with students a variety of leadership
topics.
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INTD 202 - LEADERSHIP COLLOQUIUM
Credits: One-half
Prerequisite: Admission to Institute for Leadership & Values
Guest speakers explore with students a variety of leadership
topics.
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INTD 301 - SEMINAR, ETHICS & LEADERSHIP
Credits: One-half
Prerequisite: Admission to Institute for Leadership and Values
Students explore the ways in which values shape the decisions that
leaders make.
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INTD 302 - SEMINAR, ETHICS & LEADERSHIP
Credits: One-half
Prerequisite: Admission to Institute for Leadership and Values
Students explore the ways in which values shape the decisions that
leaders make.
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INTD 401 - LEADERSHIP PRACTICUM
Credits: One-half
Prerequisite: Admission to Institute for Leadership and Values
Students participate in the development and implementation of
leadership programs and reflection opportunities.
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INTD 402 - LEADERSHIP PRACTICUM
Credits: One-half
Prerequisite: Admission to Institute for Leadership and Values
Students participate in the development and implementation of
leadership programs and reflection opportunities.
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ISYS 100 - COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
Credits: Three
Course broadly covers microcomputer hardware and software concepts;
hands-on experience with operating system software and application
software packages: word processing, spreadsheet, database, desktop
publishing and presentation graphics.
Note: A competency exam is available.
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ISYS 190 - INTERNSHIP: COMPUTER SYSTEMS
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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ISYS 250 - INFORMATION SYSTEMS & APPLICATIONS
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ISYS 100
This course covers general concepts of information systems and
develops enhanced information application skills for business,
healthcare and education professionals. Topics include intermediate
Excel spreadsheet and Access database applications and skills for
integrating information systems applications.
Note: This course is recommended for students considering a minor or major in Information Systems or as an elective course for those students who successfully completed the ISYS 100 competency exam.
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ISYS 293 - CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION
Credits: Variable between 1 and 3
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ISYS 302 - APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ISYS 100, ISYS 250
Provides an introduction to the application development process,
including application design using structured techniques, program
logic, testing, debugging and documentation. Uses Visual Basic for
Applications and VB.Net to illustrate development principles
including object-oriented application development.
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ISYS 307 - DATABASE DEVELOPMENT
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ISYS 100 or ISYS 250; Minimum grade C-
This course covers the concepts and skills for the design,
development, administration and management of relational databases.
The course uses Microsoft Access as the primary database management
system but covers topics like database design and Structured Query
Language (SQL) common to all database systems.
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ISYS 311 - BUSINESS STATISTICS & SPREADSHT MODEL
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: MATH 117; Minimum grade C-
This course introduces data analysis and statistical and business
spreadsheet (Excel) modeling techniques as applied in managerial
decision. Topics include spreadsheet-based data analysis and
presentation, budgeting models, forecasting, simulation and
optimization.
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ISYS 315 - UNDERSTAND BUS INTELLIGENCE W/EXCEL
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ACCT 211, ISYS 100
Business Intelligence is the transformation of data into
information, then decisions, and finally into actions. This course
focuses on using Excel as a tool for Business Intelligence.
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ISYS 320 - ANALYSIS & DESIGN OF BUSINESS SYSTEMS
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ISYS 307; Minimum grade C-
Provides coverage of the identification and solution of business
problems leading to the design of applications and information
systems within the framework of the systems development life cycle
(SDLC). Case studies and real-world assignments develop analytical,
problem-solving and decision-making techniques.
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ISYS 321 - TEAM BASED APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ISYS 307, ISYS 320; Minimum grade C-
Provides an opportunity for students to work together in a
realistic team- based application development environment, creating
a working business information system. The system will represent a
legitimate business need and the development will be carried
through to completion, including the development of documentation,
help screens and user training.
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ISYS 380 - WEB SITE DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ISYS 100; Minimum grade C-
The course is a hands-on computer type for students of all majors.
The course will help students develop the practical skills needed
to design, create, develop and publish Web pages. The students will
use FrontPage software to design, create, develop and publish web
pages.
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ISYS 381 - WEB DESIGN/DREAMWEAVER
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ISYS 100 or ISYS 250
The course is a hands-on computer type for students of all majors.
The course will help students develop the practical skills needed
to design, create, develop and publish web pages. The students will
use Dreamweaver software to design, create, develop and publish web
pages. It also will cover additional uses of HTML.
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ISYS 390 - ADV WEBSITE DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ISYS 380
This course is a “hands-on computer” type for students of all
majors. This course will help students develop websites that are
functional and attractive. It will combine an artistic design
approach with programming contents to enhance students’ abilities
to design, create, develop and publish websites.
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ISYS 393 - CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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ISYS 449 - ENTERPRISE INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ISYS 320, FIN 312
The course integrates material from previous information systems
courses and covers organizational, ethical, financial, security and
Information Systems management across the enterprise with a focus
on project management and emerging technologies.
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ISYS 493 - COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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ISYS 496 - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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ISYS 497 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Variable between 1 and 3
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ISYS 499 - INTERNSHIP
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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ISYS 605 - DATABASE PRINCIPLES
Credits: Three
This course examines the design, development and management of
relational databases and the integration of these databases with
applications across the enterprise. Topics include database tools,
basic Structured Query Language, design trade-offs, middleware,
database server architectures, web-enabled technologies, security
issues and emerging database technologies.
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ISYS 620 - ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
Credits: Three
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ISYS 631 - WEB PAGE DESIGN
Credits: Three
This course will be primarily oriented toward E- commerce,
examining ways to set up and manage an intranet, extranet or the
use of the Internet. A variety of tools will be examined for the
creation and publication of Web pages.
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ISYS 652 - INFO TECHNOLOGY/OPERATIONS
Credits: Three
The course surveys emerging tools and trends in information
technology and examines how organizations gain competitive
advantage through the management of information technology.
Emphasis is on the intelligent specification, selection and secure
implementation of information technology including hardware,
software, database, web and network applications.
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ISYS 696 - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Credits: Variable between 1 and 3
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ISYS 697 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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ISYS 699 - INTERNSHIP
Credits: One-half
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LAT 101 - ELEMENTARY LATIN I
Credits: Three
This course introduces structures of Latin with emphasis on grammar
and reading of basic Latin texts.
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LAT 102 - ELEMENTARY LATIN II
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: LAT 101; Minimum grade C-
This course is a concentrated study of Latin grammar for the
purpose of acquiring a reading knowledge of Latin.
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LAT 497 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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LEGL 101 - INTRODUCTION TO LAW
Credits: Three
This general introductory course is for students interested in the
study of law and those entering the Legal Studies program. The
course includes an introduction to the American legal system with
emphasis on the organization of the federal and state government
and court systems, and the procedural steps involved in litigating
a dispute. Students will be introduced to legal ethics, legal
research, critical thinking and legal reasoning skills. The role of
paralegals will be examined. The course also surveys substantive
areas of law including torts, contracts, property law, business
organizations, estate planning, family law and criminal law and
procedure.
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LEGL 105 - LEGAL ETHICS, INTER & INVESTIGATION
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: LEGL 101
This course provides a clear understanding of the concepts and
rules that govern the practice of legal ethics. Students will
examine the ethical rules promulgated for the practice of law and
their relevance to paralegals. The course includes the study of
ethical rules developed by the American Bar Association, the State
of Missouri, the State of Illinois, and Paralegal Associations.
This course also introduces students to the basics of interviewing
and investigation. Issues covered include establishing rapport with
clients, questioning techniques, witness interviews, and finding
and preserving information. Through mock exercises, students will
interview and investigate in various legal settings.
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LEGL 301 - LEGAL RESEARCH AND WRITING I
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: Prerequisite of C+ or better in ENGL 101 and/or ENGL 104, Otherwise successful completion of LEGL 201 01 with no lower than a “C” before admission to this course. A personal computer is recommended but not required.
An introduction to the methods of legal research, students will
become familiar with, and be able to locate and effectively use the
primary and secondary sources of law including statutes, reports,
digests, and encyclopedias. Computerized research, including
Westlaw, will be introduced as well as proper citation forms.
Students will learn skills necessary to, under the supervision of
an attorney, create basic legal research strategies, perform
necessary research, and communicate their findings in a proper
written format.
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LEGL 302 - LEGAL RESEARCH AND WRITING II
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: LEGL 101, LEGL 301, and ENGL 104
This course continues the development of skills learned in LEGL
301. Students will learn the critical thinking, organizational, and
communications skills necessary to undertake, with the supervision
of an attorney, the legal research and preparation of memoranda and
briefs.
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LEGL 303 - CIVIL LITIGATION
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: LEGL 101
This intermediate-level class focuses on the civil litigation
process and alternative dispute resolution. Every stage of a law-
suit including drafting petitions, pleadings, written discovery,
depositions, trials, and appeals is covered. Federal and local
Missouri rules and their implications will be discussed also.
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LEGL 304 - LAW OFFICE MANAGEMENT
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: LEGL 101
This course covers the theory and practical aspects of law office
management, including the functions of management, basic
administrative procedures, basic principles of legal finance,
facilities management, human resource management, legal record
keeping and administrative ethics, and leadership skills. Students
will develop an understanding of the fundamentals of legal
administration and will learn to apply them in a law office/firm
setting. In addition, the course is designed to equip students to
better comprehend the business processes of decision-making,
problem solving, and those inter-personal communications skills
that are often misunderstood by those with little or no experience
in the legal profession.
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LEGL 310 - DOMESTIC LAW
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: LEGL 101, LEGL 303 is recommended, but not required.
An examination of the legal aspects of marriage, annulment,
divorce, custody and support, adoption and domestic violence, along
with the preparation of corresponding documents.
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LEGL 311 - CRIMINAL LAW
Credits: Three
This course will examine substantive criminal law and the elements
of specific crimes including crimes against persons and property.
Students also will be introduced to the sources of criminal
procedural law and the steps involved in a prosecution. Defenses
and immunities to crimes will be discussed also.
Cross-listed: See SOC 311
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LEGL 313 - TORTS AND REMEDIES
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: LEGL-101, LEGL 303 is recommended but not required.
This course will introduce the substantive law of torts and
remedies including intentional and quasi-intentional torts,
negligence, strict liability and workers compensation. Defenses,
privileges, and immunities also will be studied. The course also
will focus on the duties of interviewing, investigation, file
management, liaison duties, and trial support for common personal
injury litigation, for both paralegals and others interested in the
Legal field.
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LEGL 314 - ESTATE PLANNING
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: LEGL 101
This course studies basic laws relating to wills, probate, trusts,
administration of decedents estates, and administrators
responsibilities. Students will be introduced to the concepts and
forms necessary for estate planning, the drafting of wills and
trusts, non-probate transfer laws, Powers of Attorney,
Guardianships & Conservatorships and estate administration.
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LEGL 316 - BANKRUPTCY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: LEGL 101
Studies the various forms of bankruptcies, the procedures involved,
and the rights and protections provided to both debtor and
creditor.
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LEGL 317 - REAL ESTATE
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: LEGL 101
This course familiarizes the student with aspects of real property
ownership and transfer including deeds, mortgages, easements,
liens, landlord/tenant relations, and eviction procedures. Students
will learn to draft real estate documents and proper filing
procedures.
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LEGL 319 - INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: LEGL 101
The course will acquaint students with the fundamentals of
intellectual property (“IP”) law. Students will be introduced to
the four primary fields within intellectual property: trademarks,
copyrights, patents and trade secrets. Students will further be
introduced to emerging IP topics and other developments in the IP
fields.
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LEGL 320 - TECHNOLOGY & THE LAW
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: LEGL 101 and ISYS 100, Personal Computer recommended but not required
This comprehensive course will expose students to all facets of
computers and technology as they are applied in the practice of
law. Students will receive hands-on experience with popular
software applications, such as word processing, accounting, time
and billing, and case management programs. The course also will
cover other uses of computers and other technologies, such as
digital photography, scanning, high quality printing, Internet
resources, and new technologies. The goal of the students will be
to have a practical understanding of the tools that are available,
rather than to become proficient in each area.
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LEGL 403 - ADVANCED CIVIL LITIGATION
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: LEGL 101 and LEGL 303
This is an advanced level class covering the civil litigation
process. The course will target specific phases of a lawsuit
including the work product rule, summary judgment practice, jury
instructions, and appellate practice. The Missouri Supreme Court
Rules and selected Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and their
unique implications will also be discussed.
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LEGL 420 - EMPLOYMENT LAW
Credits: Three
This class focuses on the laws that have the greatest impact on the behavioral relationships between employers and employees. The common law employee at will doctrine will be discussed as well as many statutory requirements of fair employment practices that promote equal opportunities for all employees. This course introduces such topics as workers’ compensation, workplace torts, discrimination, wage and hour issues, OSHA and other federal employment laws.
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LEGL 450 - LAW IN ST LOUIS
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: LEGL 101
This course introduces students to a wide variety of law and
government related settings in and around the St. Louis
metropolitan area. Through site visits and guest speakers, students
will learn the role, jurisdiction, and operating procedures for
local, state and federal courts, the purpose of other government
agencies including the Recorder of Deeds, Assessor, and Prosecuting
Attorney, the manner in which local governments operate, and the
role that private law firms and not-for-profit agencies play in the
legal system.
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LEGL 460 - ENVIRONMENTAL LAW AND POLICY
Credits: Three
A survey of local, state and federal laws regulating air, water and
pesticide pollution, and hazardous materials; an examination of the
laws related to the development of environmental standards and
environmental impact statements; a discussion of local, state and
federal policies for protecting natural resources.
Cross-listed: See ENV 460
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LEGL 470 - JUVENILE LEGAL EXPERIENCE
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: Junior or Senior status and selection by interview with faculty
Students will be trained to work with attorneys in the role of
Guardian Ad Litem. The class will be assigned real cases from the
court. They will work under the direct supervision of an attorney
and licensed psychologist.
Note: This course requires a flexible schedule.
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LEGL 495 - LEGAL INTERNSHIP
Credits: Variable between 3 and 12
The internship will be with a local court, law firm or governmental
agency. Students will be exposed to the practice of law to help
discern their interest in pursuing a career in law. Classroom work
and the development of a portfolio will also be required.
Note: The course credits from this class do not apply to the Legal Studies Major with Paralegal concentration. This course is specifically designed for pre-law students. As such, it is open to all majors.
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LEGL 497 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: LEGL 101
Courses on special topics may be offered by faculty in the legal
studies department. Courses may include Administrative Law,
Employment Discrimination, Technical Writing, Income Tax, Education
Law, Immigration Law, or other specialized areas of interest.
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LEGL 498 - SEMINAR
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: Completion of all requirements for Legal,Studies degree with Paralegal concentration, except LEGL 499
This is a capstone course for senior paralegal students. Using
the American Association for Paralegal Education’s Core
Competencies For Paralegals, students will identify areas of
knowledge and skill which need further development. Students will
complete a portfolio that contains examples of the student’s
work. This portfolio should demonstrate the ability to conduct
legal research, interview, investigate, communicate effectively,
and apply recognized legal authority to specific fact situations.
Students must demonstrate an ability to recognize and resolve
ethical problems that may occur in the legal environment. Also,
students must complete a resume’.
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LEGL 499 - PARALEGAL INTERNSHIP
Credits: Variable between 3 and 12
Prerequisite: Completion of all paralegal requirements or permission of the Program Director
This course provides the student with an opportunity to gain
practical work experience, under the supervision of an attorney,
through on-site office work in an attorneys office, corporate or
government legal department or other appropriate legal setting
where he or she will perform legal and administrative duties
appropriate to the paralegal field. The students must complete 40
hours of work at the internship site for every credit hour
received. The internship normally will occur in the final year of
the students program and can be waived if the student has paralegal
experience.
Note: Assistance from the Program Director will be provided in locating an internship.
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LIBR 101 - INTRO TO INFORMATION LIT
Credits: Three
This course introduces students to theoretical principles and
practical procedures of information retrieval. Included are modern
library research skills as well as topics relating to the
production, control, and dissemination of information in society,
and an introduction to the Internet as a research tool.
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LIBR 197 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: One
This course introduces students to the skills needed to use the
Maryville University Library effectively for course research. It
includes instruction on using the catalog, MOBIUS, periodical
databases, and the Internet. Evaluation of the quality and
appropriateness of sources for academic coursework is also
included.
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MATH 100 - ELEMENTARY ALGEBRA
Credits: Three
The course is for students who need to refresh basic mathematical
skills and elementary algebraic concepts including signed numbers,
algebraic laws and operations, linear equations, polynomials and
factoring, exponents and radicals, scientific notation, and metric
system.
Note: This course does not satisfy the General Education requirement.
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MATH 115 - CONTEMP MATHEMATICS
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: MATH 100; Minimum grade C-
A survey of topics in modern mathematics designed for the liberal
arts/social science student, the emphasis is on concepts,
applications and critical thinking rather than manipulative skills.
Technology will be used as a tool in this course. Mathematical
topics, with historical perspectives, will include reasoning,
probability, statistics, linear programming, graph theory,
geometry, consumer mathematics, and number systems.
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MATH 116 - INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: Placement test or grade of “C-” or better in MATH 100
This course assumes that the student is familiar with elementary
algebra. Topics include real numbers and their properties; linear
equations and inequalities; polynomial expressions; radical
expressions; quadratic equations; graphs of linear and quadratic
equations; system of equations and word problems.
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MATH 117 - COLLEGE ALGEBRA
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: Placement test or grade of “C-” or better in MATH 116
This course assumes that the student is familiar with the
fundamentals of algebraic concepts, expressions, equations, and
inequalities. Topics include functions and their graphs; polynomial
and rational functions; exponential and logarithmic functions;
analytic geometry; systems of equations and inequalities; quadratic
inequalities matrices; sequences and series.
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MATH 120 - INFORMAL GEOMETRY
Credits: Three
The course is for undergraduate students who plan a teaching career
at the elementary or middle-school level. Topics include polygons
and their properties, polyhedra, motions, translations, rotations,
reflections, congruence, similarity, and measurement.
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MATH 125 - COLLEGE ALGEBRA & TRIG
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: Placement test or grade of “C-” or better in MATH 116
This course meets the math needs of students who major in science,
physical therapy, pre-engineering and mathematics. This fast-paced
course, in addition to presenting all the features of college
algebra, develops the trigonometric functions. Topics include
polynomials, equations and inequalities and coordinates; functions
and their graphs; exponential and logarithmic functions; conic
section; trigonometric functions; trigonometric identities and
equations; applications of trigonometry.
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MATH 141 - ELEMENTARY STATISTICS
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: MATH 117; Minimum grade C-
An introduction to the basic tools and elementary methods of
statistics, the topics include descriptive statistics, basic
probability and various types of distributions; and testing of
hypotheses.
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MATH 151 - CALCULUS I
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: Placement test or grade of “C-” or better in MATH 125
Topics include concepts of limit and continuity, rate of change of
a function, derivatives and their applications, integration and
applications of the definite integral.
Cross-listed: See ACSC 151
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MATH 152 - CALCULUS II
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: MATH 151; Minimum grade C-
This course should be taken in sequence with MATH 151. Topics
include transcendental functions, techniques of integration,
sequences and series, parametrizations of curves, polar
coordinates, functions of multiple variables, directional
derivatives, Lagrange multi-pliers and Taylors formula.
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MATH 201 - MATH MODELS W/TECH I
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: MATH 151 ISYS 100; Minimum grade C-
Students receive basic training in standard office software. A variety of real-life math models will provide the context for developing spreadsheet proficiency, including functions and formulas, statistical analysis, numerical solutions, optimization, and graphical output. Other areas to be covered include database applications and basic application programming techniques.
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MATH 207 - DATA ANALYSIS & ALGEBRAIC CONCEPTS
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: MATH 116 or MATH 117
Designed only for elementary and middle school education majors,
this course includes the topics of probability, statistics,
permutations, combinations, and standard deviation. Problem solving
and application problems will be incorporated throughout the
course.
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MATH 251 - CALCULUS III
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: MATH 152; Grade of “C-” or better
This is the third course of the calculus sequence. Topics include
multiple integrals, vectors and analytic geometry in space,
vector-valued functions, line integrals, Greens Theorem in the
plane, surface area and surface integrals, Stokes Theorem and
differential equations.
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MATH 293 - COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
Cooperative education courses may be taken before a students major,
minor and General Education requirements are completed, but they
are not counted as part of those requirements.
Cross-listed: See ACSC 293; MATH 393
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MATH 296 - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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MATH 297 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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