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COURSE CATALOG 2005 - 2006

Peirce College 1420 Pine Street Philadelphia, PA 19102-4699 Phone Local: 215-545-6400 Toll free: 1-888-GO-PEIRCE For Online program, dial extension 9800. For On Campus program, dial extension 9214. For On Site program, dial extension 9214 for Community Open Access Clusters and extension 9414 for Corporate College Clusters. Fax 215-670-9366 School Closing Numbers Day: 164 Evening/Saturday/On Site: 2164 Listen to radio station KYW (1060 am) during inclement weather for school closing announcements. School closings are also announced on NBC 10 and Fox 29. E-mail: [email protected] World Wide Web: www.peirce.edu Peirce College is an equal opportunity institution. The College does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran’s status, military status, or membership in any other protected group in the operation of its educational program and activities (including, but not limited to admissions, access to programs and course offerings, counseling, student employment, use of facilities, and College sponsored extracurricular activities).

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Accreditation ...................................................................................................................................................... 5

Disclaimer .......................................................................................................................................................... 5

Mission Statement .............................................................................................................................................. 5

Degree Programs

Introduction............................................................................................................................................ 5

Degree Programs.................................................................................................................................... 5

Certificate of Proficiency ....................................................................................................................... 5

Outcomes-Based Curriculum................................................................................................................. 5

On Site Program..................................................................................................................................... 5

Peirce Online.......................................................................................................................................... 6

Core Curriculum .................................................................................................................................... 7

2005-2006 Core Curriculum Courses .................................................................................................... 8

Core Curriculum for International Studies........................................................................................... 10

2005-2006 Core Curriculum Courses for International Studies .......................................................... 11

Business Administration:

Accounting........................................................................................................................................... 13

Business Law ....................................................................................................................................... 15

Management......................................................................................................................................... 18

Marketing............................................................................................................................................. 22

Real Estate Management ..................................................................................................................... 24

Peirce College/IREM Articulation Agreement .................................................................................... 26

Information Technology:

Desktop Applications for Business ..................................................................................................... 28

Network Security ................................................................................................................................. 30

Networking .......................................................................................................................................... 32

Help Desk Technician, Certificate of Proficiency ............................................................................... 34

Windows Network Operating System, Certificate of Proficiency ....................................................... 35

Programming and Application Development ...................................................................................... 36

.NET Technology, Certificate of Proficiency ...................................................................................... 38

Programming, Certificate of Proficiency ............................................................................................. 39

Technology Management..................................................................................................................... 40

Paralegal Studies .............................................................................................................................................. 44

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Accounting (ACC) ............................................................................................................................... 47

Business Information Systems (BIS) ................................................................................................... 48

Communication (COM) ....................................................................................................................... 54

Cooperative Work Education (CWE) .................................................................................................. 55

Economics (ECO) ................................................................................................................................ 56

English (ENG) ..................................................................................................................................... 56

Finance (FIN)....................................................................................................................................... 58

History (HIS) ....................................................................................................................................... 58

Humanities (HUM) .............................................................................................................................. 59

International Business (INT)................................................................................................................ 59

Law (LAW).......................................................................................................................................... 60

Management (MGT) ............................................................................................................................ 61

Management Information Systems (MIS)............................................................................................ 62

Marketing (MKT) ................................................................................................................................ 64

Mathematics (MAT) ............................................................................................................................ 66

Networking (NET) ............................................................................................................................... 68

Paralegal (PLG) ................................................................................................................................... 72

Peirce New Student Orientation (PRC) ............................................................................................... 77

Political Science (PSC) ........................................................................................................................ 77

Psychology (PSY)................................................................................................................................ 77

Science (SCI) ....................................................................................................................................... 78

Sociology (SOC).................................................................................................................................. 78

Peirce College Full-Time Faculty .................................................................................................................... 79

ACCREDITATION

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ACCREDITATION The College is authorized by the Pennsylvania Department of Education to award the Associate in Science and Bachelor of Science degrees. Peirce College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, 215-662-5606. The Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation.

The Bachelor of Science and Associate in Science degrees and the Certificate of Proficiency in Paralegal Studies are approved by the American Bar Association (ABA). The Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) accredits Peirce College’s Bachelor of Science and Associate in Science degrees and Certificate of Proficiency in Business Administration.

The College is approved for Veteran and Vocational Rehabilitation training. Eligible veterans, members of the National Guard, and the survivors and dependents of deceased and disabled veterans may be eligible to use their G.I. benefits. The Veterans Administration makes determination of benefits. The Manager of Enrollment Services is the College’s certifying official for veteran’s benefits. The College is a member of the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO), the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (NAICU), the National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO), the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania (AICUP), and the Pennsylvania Association of Colleges and Universities (PACU). The Peirce College Board of Trustees approves all bachelor’s and associate degrees and certificate programs. DISCLAIMER The College reserves the right, in its sole judgment, to discontinue, withdraw, suspend, modify, interpret, or make changes of any nature in the College’s degree and non-degree academic programs of study, departments, courses, requirements, regulations, announcements, policies or statements, class hours and schedule, academic calendar dates, tuition rates, fee schedules, and minimum charges applicable under its refund policy, without prior notice, whenever in its sole judgment it is deemed desirable to do so. MISSION STATEMENT Founded in 1865, Peirce College is a private, four-year specialized institution providing practical, leading-edge curricula to primarily working adult learners.

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INTRODUCTION Peirce College provides relevant, practical degree programs that educate students to work in an ever-changing economy. Advisory groups are held on a regular basis with industry leaders to insure that Peirce College degree and certificate programs are current with the demands of the market. In order to be responsive to those demands, Peirce College reserves the right to update course requirements without notification. The course requirements published at the time of admission to the College guarantee the maximum number of credits/courses a student will be required to take to complete a degree and/or certificate program. Course titles may change based on the current needs of the market. DEGREE PROGRAMS Bachelor of Science and Associate in Science Degree Programs Students may earn a bachelor’s and/or associate degree in Business Administration with concentrations available in four fields: Accounting, Business Law, Management, and Marketing. The bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Real Estate Management is also available. Bachelor’s and/or associate degrees are offered in Information Technology with concentrations available in Desktop Applications for Business, Networking, Network Security, Programming and Application Development and Technology Management, and also in Paralegal Studies. There are a variety of options for Peirce College students to expand their studies beyond a single concentration within their degree program. Students have the unprecedented opportunity to pursue two courses of study at the same time as they earn their degree. Contact your Program Advisor to learn more about the options available as dual concentrations. A minimum of 61 credits is required to complete any associate degree program and 121 credits for any bachelor’s degree program. Some paralegal courses are available in a 14-week day and evening format over the fall, spring, and summer periods each academic year in addition to the accelerated, online paralegal courses. All other courses are offered in an accelerated day/evening/online format and in the accelerated On Site Program, an on site option for companies and community groups. CERTIFICATE OF PROFICIENCY Peirce students may earn certificates of proficiency in seven areas: Business Law, Management, .NET Technology, Programming, Windows Network Operating Systems, Help Desk Technician, and Paralegal Studies. These certificate programs provide students with the practical training and skills they need for immediate employment. The certificate programs are excellent for students holding a bachelor’s degree but seeking a career change opportunity. Students may take individual courses on a for-credit basis. OUTCOMES-BASED CURRICULUM Peirce College offers an outcomes-based curriculum. For each course and for each degree program, faculty members have identified the specific outcomes students are expected to achieve. Course outcomes include the skills, competencies, and knowledge that indicate that a student has mastered the subject. Program outcomes, as well as the outcomes of the core curriculum, are collectively and comprehensively demonstrated in the capstone course, which is taken in the student’s last session. In order to graduate from the College, each student must demonstrate mastery of those outcomes identified for his/her degree program. ON CAMPUS PROGRAM The On Campus Program provides students the opportunity to earn the associate and bachelor’s degree at the Main Campus, conveniently located in Center City, Philadelphia. Courses are offered in an accelerated format and are available during day and evening hours, Monday through Saturday. Classes typically meet once per week for four hours. Students may choose a cohort model in which all classes are attended with the same group of individuals in lock step sequence. All those who come to campus have direct access to computer

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labs, the library, and all student support services including advising, tutoring, and career development. For convenience, most student services can also be accessed via the Internet. For more information, interested students may contact the Admissions Office at 888-GO-PEIRCE, extension 9214. ON SITE PROGRAM Community Open Access The Community Open Access Program provides students the opportunity to take courses towards the bachelor’s and associate degrees at locations convenient to their homes or workplace. The associate and bachelor’s degrees are offered in an accelerated, lock-step sequence, cohort model. Classes meet one evening per week for four hours. Students who attend Community Open Access sites can use all of our Main Campus facilities and services including computer labs, the library and student support services including advising, tutoring, and career development. For convenience, most student services can also be accessed via the Internet. For more information, interested students may contact the Admissions Office at 888-GO-PEIRCE, extension 9214. Corporate College The Corporate College Program provides employers an opportunity to offer their employees educational options on company sites at a competitive tuition rate. Students can pursue any Peirce degree and enjoy the convenience of classes held at their own workplace. Procedures for this program are dependent upon agreement between Peirce College and the company. Students may refer their company as a possible Corporate College partner by contacting the Corporate College office at 888-GO-PEIRCE, extension 9414. This tremendously successful program combines educational opportunity with quality customer service and convenience. PEIRCE ONLINE® Peirce Online is one of our innovative delivery methods for our leading-edge academic programs. Whether you choose to complete your entire degree online or supplement our quality on campus and on site programs with online courses, you will receive an outstanding academic experience. Students may earn the following degrees and certificates online:

• Bachelor of Science or Associate in Science in Business Administration, with concentrations in Accounting, Business Law, Management, and Marketing. Certificates of Proficiency are available in Business Law and Management

• Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, concentration in Real Estate Management • Bachelor of Science or Associate in Science in Information Technology, with concentrations in

Desktop Applications for Business, Networking, Network Security, Programming and Application Development, and Technology Management. Certificates of Proficiency are available in Help Desk Technician, .NET Technology, Programming, and Windows Network Operating Systems.

• Bachelor of Science, Associate in Science, and Certificate of Proficiency in Paralegal Studies. The American Bar Association requires that a minimum of 10 credits in Paralegal Studies be taken in the classroom. All other credits may be taken online. (See your Program Advisor for details.)

Peirce Online will help you advance your career by earning a valued credential. Your career will benefit from learning the practical, results-oriented approach that business demands. Peirce Online provides the following:

• Practical, quality, accredited programs

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• Accelerated format – 3-credit courses are 7 weeks in length. Earn your associate degree in as few as 18 months and your bachelor’s degree in another 18 months.

• Coursework available 24 hours a day • Innovative curriculum • Leading-edge technology • Faculty with real world experience • Credit for prior work and learning experience

For additional information, please visit our website at http://www.peirce.edu or http://www.peirceonline.net

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CORE CURRICULUM COURSES

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CORE CURRICULUM The purpose of core courses is to expose students to a variety of the crucial building blocks needed in all fields of study. The following courses constitute the core curriculum for the associate degree and for the bachelor’s degree Within the first 60 credits (Associate Degree) 2 English/Communication courses, one of which must be English 101 2 Mathematics courses 2 Social Science courses 1 Humanities/History course 1 Science course 1 Technology course During the last 60 credits (Bachelor’s Degree) 1 English/Communication course 2 Humanities/History courses

2 Social Science courses 1 Mathematics course 1 Science course 1 General Education course elective

Refer to the course descriptions in this Course Catalog for English, communication, mathematics, and science for a selection of these core courses. The following courses make up the social science core: economics, political science, psychology, and sociology. The humanities/history core is made up of humanities and history courses. General Education electives may be selected from any of the core curriculum courses listed on pages 9 and 10, with the exception of those in the technology core area. See page 11 to learn about the Core Curriculum Focus for International Studies. Students should discuss Core Curriculum choices with their Program Advisor. Not all core courses are offered every session. See the 2005-2006 Course Schedule for class offerings.


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2005-2006 Core Curriculum Courses

Course Number Name Prerequisite ENGLISH/COMMUNICATION CORE AREACOM 112 Effective Speech Communication

(Formerly COM 306)

COM 202 Intercultural Communication C or better in ENG 101 COM 345 Advanced Communication Skills Two ENG/COM courses,

one of which must be ENG 101

ENG 101 English Composition

All students are required to take ENG 101 and earn a C or better

ENG 202 Introduction to Literature (Formerly Literature for Composition)

C or better in ENG 101

ENG 205 American Literature C or better in ENG 101 ENG 219 The Essential Shakespeare C or better in ENG 101 ENG 330 Contemporary Literature (Formerly ENG 207) C or better in ENG 101 HUMANITIES/HISTORY CORE AREAHUM 105 World Religions HUM 107 Gender Issues HUM 108 Introduction to the African American Experience HUM 225 Art and Music in the 20th Century HIS 105 U.S. History I HIS 106 U.S. History II HIS 250 Global Cultures I (Formerly HIS 101) HIS 260 Global Cultures II (Formerly HIS 102) HIS 320 African Civilizations (Formerly HUM 220) MATHEMATICS CORE AREAMAT 101 Mathematics for Business and Finance MAT 102 College Algebra MAT 105 Probability and Statistics MAT 109 Business Statistics I MAT 210 Business Statistics II C or better in MAT 109 MAT 213 Calculus I C or better in MAT 102 MAT 214 Calculus II C or better in MAT 213 MAT 230 Symbolic Logic (Formerly MAT 106) MAT 251 Discrete Mathematics (Formerly MAT 301) C or better in MAT 102 SCIENCE CORE AREA:SCI 220 The Physical World SCI 240 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology SCI 330 Environmental Science (Formerly SCI 210)


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SOCIAL SCIENCE CORE AREAECO 101 Macroeconomics ECO 102 Microeconomics ECO 340 International Economics (Formerly ECO 203) C or better ECO 101 and

ECO 102; MAT 102, MAT 109, MAT 210 recommended

ECO 350 Managerial Economics (Formerly ECO 302) C or better ECO 101 and ECO 102; MAT 102, MAT 109, MAT 210 recommended

PSC 101 Introduction to American Government PSC 255 Politics of Industrializing Countries

(Formerly PSC 102)

PSC 301 Comparative Government (Formerly PSC 201) PSY 101 The Organization and the Individual SOC 101 General Sociology SOC 240 Sociology of Behavior and Illness

(Formerly SOC 102)

TECHNOLOGY CORE AREABIS 101 Introduction to Word Processing & the Internet BIS 109 Information Searching and Presentation BIS 111 Application Software Fundamentals

(Formerly BIS 204) BIS 101

BIS 201 Internet Concepts BIS 101 MIS 101 Introduction to Information Systems MIS 205 Ethical Management of Information Technology MIS 101 MIS 404 Concepts in eBusiness BIS 101 NET 101 Introduction to Information Technology


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Core Curriculum Focus for International Studies: Description and Requirements Description This core curriculum focus is designed for students enrolled in one of Peirce College’s degree programs and who have an interest in international studies. This core curriculum focus benefits students in four ways: (1) Many of the core curriculum classes needed to complete a degree program can be completed by focusing on the major topic of International Studies; (2) Students will graduate from Peirce College with an additional distinction: an associate or bachelor’s level International Studies Focus acknowledgement on their transcripts; (3) The bachelor’s degree students will graduate with 33 credits in International Studies, the equivalent to a minor at many other colleges and universities; and (4) In our globally competitive marketplace, an International Studies Focus designation on a resume and emphasized in discussion during a job interview may be an excellent competitive advantage for job-seekers. Requirements Requirements include completion of five courses for the associate level core curriculum focus and an additional six courses for the bachelor’s level core curriculum focus, along with an international focus on the Capstone Project. English 101 is a pre-requisite for many of the courses, and students are strongly recommended to complete ENG 101 and BIS 101 before pursuing the requirements of this core curriculum focus. All prerequisite requirements for desired courses must be met. Students should meet with their Program Advisor to discuss prerequisite requirements. INT 101, Introduction to International Business & Cultures and MKT 305, International Marketing are among the courses a student may choose to fulfill this option, but these courses are not a requirement of some degree programs. Students choosing these two courses as part of this core curriculum focus may require more than 121 credits to graduate with a bachelor’s degree. Requirements Associate Level Core Curriculum Requirements for a Focus on International Studies Choose 2 ENG/COM Choose 2 SOC SCI Choose 1 HUM/HIS Participating in the above courses fulfills 5 of the 9 associate degree Core Curriculum requirements. Bachelor’s Level Core Curriculum Requirements for a Focus on International Studies Must take the 5 courses above PLUS Choose 1 ENG/COM Choose 2 HUM/HIS Choose 2 SOC SCI Choose 1 GEN ED Participating in the above courses fulfills 6 of the 8 bachelor’s degree Core Curriculum requirements. The bachelor’s degree option fulfills a total of 11 classes out of the 17 Core Curriculum classes required.


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2005-2006 Core Curriculum Focus for International Studies

Course Number Name Prerequisite HUMANITIES/HISTORYHUM 105 World Religions HUM 107 Introduction to Gender Issues HUM 108 Introduction to the African American Experience HUM 225 Music and Art of the 20th Century HIS 250 Global Cultures I HIS 260 Global Cultures II HIS 320 African Civilizations ENGLISH/COMMUNICATIONSCOM 202 Intercultural Communication


ENG 202 Literature for Composition C or better in ENG 101 ENG 219 The Essential Shakespeare


ENG 330 Contemporary Literature C or better in ENG 101 SOCIAL SCIENCESPSC 255 Politics of Industrializing Countries PSC 301 Comparative Government ECO 101 Macroeconomics ECO 102 Microeconomics ECO 340 International Economics

C or better ECO 101 and ECO 102; MAT 102, MAT 109, MAT 210 recommended

OTHER COURSESINT 101 Introduction to International Business & Cultures C or better in MGT 101 MKT 305 International Marketing C or better in MKT 101

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION PROGRAMS

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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION PROGRAMS MISSION STATEMENT The Business Administration program responds to the dynamic demands of today’s business environment by teaching students the critical thinking and problem solving skills they will need to assume leadership roles at work and in the community. VISION After obtaining a Business Administration degree with concentrations in accounting, management, marketing, business law, or real estate management, Peirce College graduates will become effective leaders and managers in the competitive, global business community. The Business Administration program will provide a premier education in which students develop a strong knowledge base, learn to think critically, and to apply practical problem solving skills. In our comprehensive curriculum, students will translate theoretical concepts into the practical solutions needed to address business problems in the field.

GOALS In the Business Administration program, our primary goal is to prepare students for successful, rewarding careers in business. Students in the Business Administration Program will be able to

• conceptualize a complex business issue into a coherent written statement and oral presentation

• comprehend core business disciplines including accounting, finance, management, and marketing, and be able to apply this understanding to business situations

• understand and be able to use team building, collaborative behaviors, and project management in the accomplishment of group tasks

• select and apply appropriate quantitative and qualitative tools and methodologies to make reasoned recommendations

• recognize and analyze problems and choose and defend resolutions for practical situations that occur in businesses operating within a global economy

• appreciate ethical issues in economic competition, managing organizations, and participating in the community


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Associate in Science Degree in Business Administration Concentration in Accounting This concentration is available through Peirce Online. For students choosing to train for a career in public or private accounting, this program offers a strong foundation. Graduates are usually employed in all departments of accounting, in both small and large entities. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits PRC 101 Peirce College Orientation 1 BIS 101 Introduction to Word Processing & the Internet (TECH CORE) 3 ENG 101 English Composition* (ENG/COM CORE) 3 MAT CORE Mathematics Course (Recommended MAT 101) 3 MGT 101 Introduction to Business 3 ENG/COM CORE English/Communication Course 3 ACC 101 Accounting Principles I* 3 ACC 102 Accounting Principles II* (prerequisite: ACC 101) 3 MKT 101 Introduction to Marketing* 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 ECO 101 Macroeconomics (SOC SCI CORE) 3 ECO 102 Microeconomics (SOC SCI CORE) 3 MGT 210 Applied Management Concepts* (prerequisite: MGT 101) 3 FIN 201 Introduction to Finance* (prerequisite: ACC 102) 3 LAW 103 Business Law 3 SCI CORE Science Course 3 ACC 203 Intermediate Accounting I* (prerequisite: ACC 102) 3 ACC 204 Intermediate Accounting II* (prerequisite: ACC 203) 3 ACC 222 Managerial Accounting (prerequisite: ACC 102) 3 ACC 225 Introduction to Taxation (prerequisite: ACC 102) 3 MAT 109 Business Statistics* (MAT CORE) 3 *A grade of C or better is required for this prerequisite course.


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Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration Concentration in Accounting This concentration is available through Peirce Online. Students who choose this concentration can enter public, management, nonprofit, and government accounting/auditing careers. The accounting courses designated for the bachelor’s degree exceed the required accounting and auditing education credit hours for the following exams: CPA (certified public accountant), CIA (certified internal auditor), CMA (certified management accountant), and the CFE (certified fraud examiner). Graduates will gain the knowledge to perform various supervisory, analytical, and other challenging functions in both small and large businesses. Students will also study accounting theories and techniques required for graduate study in business and finance. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits MGT 303 Human Resource Management* (prerequisite: MGT 101) 3 GEN ED CORE General Education Course 3 MAT 210 Business Statistics II* (MAT CORE) (prerequisite: MAT 109) 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 SCI CORE Science Course 3 ENG/COM CORE English/Communication Course 3 MGT 305 Concepts in Leadership (prerequisite: MGT 210) 3 MGT 402 Business Ethics (prerequisite: MGT 303) 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 MKT 401 Marketing Management (prerequisite: MKT 101) 3 FIN 401 Financial Analysis* (prerequisite: FIN 201) 3 MGT 403 Organizational Dynamics* (prerequisite: MGT 210) 3 MGT 404 Operations Management* (prerequisites: MGT 210, MAT 210) 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 ACC 301 Auditing (prerequisite: ACC 204) 3 ACC 303 Cost Accounting I (prerequisite: ACC 204) 3 CWE 099 Pre Co-op Workshop (required if planning a co-op) MGT 450 Policy & Strategy Formulation# 3 (prerequisites: ACC 102, ECO 102, FIN 401, MGT 403, MGT 404) HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 ACC 425 Accounting Special Topics* 3

(prerequisites: ACC 204, 225, 301, 303, FIN 201 and 401 courses must be completed or concurrently enrolled in)

CWE 305A3 Cooperative Work Education 3 or ACC 401 Advanced Accounting (prerequisite ACC 204) 3 *A grade of C or above is required for this prerequisite course. #A grade of C or above is required for the capstone course.


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Associate in Science Degree in Business Administration Concentration in Business Law This concentration is available through Peirce Online. This career-oriented program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in both the public and private sector. This intensive program of study arms students with knowledge of the legal and regulatory climate of business. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits PRC 101 Peirce College Orientation 1 BIS 101 Introduction to Word Processing & the Internet (TECH CORE) 3 ENG 101 English Composition* (ENG/COM CORE) 3 MAT CORE Mathematics Course (Recommended MAT 101) 3

MGT 101 Introduction to Business 3 ENG/COM CORE English/Communication Course 3 ACC 101 Accounting Principles I* 3 ACC 102 Accounting Principles II* (prerequisite: ACC 101) 3

MKT 101 Introduction to Marketing* 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 ECO 101 Macroeconomics (SOC SCI CORE) 3 ECO 102 Microeconomics (SOC SCI CORE) 3 MGT 210 Applied Management Concepts* (prerequisite: MGT 101) 3 FIN 201 Introduction to Finance* (prerequisite: ACC 102) 3 LAW 103 Business Law 3

SCI CORE Science Course 3 LAW 113 Law in America (Formerly PSC 104) 3

LAW 115 Legal Research & Writing for Business Majors 3 (prerequisite: ENG 101) MAT 109 Business Statistics* 3

PLG 209 Business Organizations 3 (prerequisite: all required 100 level concentration

courses must be completed) PLG 205 Real Estate Law 3

or PLG 210 Bankruptcy Law 3

PLG 205 (prerequisite for either course: all required

100 level concentration courses must be completed)

*A grade of C or above is required for this prerequisite course.


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Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration

Concentration in Business Law This concentration is available through Peirce Online.

The program includes the option for a work-based learning component (co-op/internship), which provides career exploration. It expands on the basics of the associate degree in Business Law with more intensive legal and business topics. This degree is also an excellent pre-law school program of study that exposes students to many of the topics and issues examined in the law school environment. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits

MGT 303 Human Resource Management* (prerequisite: MGT 101) 3

GEN ED CORE General Education Course 3 MAT 210 Business Statistics II* (MAT CORE) (prerequisite: MAT 109) 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 SCI CORE Science Course 3 ENG/COM CORE English/Communication Course 3

MGT 305 Concepts in Leadership (prerequisite: MGT 210) 3 PLG 306 Employment Law 3 (prerequisite: all required 100 level concentration

courses must be completed) MGT 402 Business Ethics (prerequisite: MGT 303) 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 MKT 401 Marketing Management (prerequisite: MKT 101) 3 FIN 401 Financial Analysis* (prerequisite: FIN 201) 3

MGT 403 Organizational Dynamics* (prerequisite: MGT 210) 3 MGT 404 Operations Management* (prerequisites: MGT 210, MAT 210) 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3

PLG 308 Workers Compensation 3 (prerequisite: All required 100 level concentration

courses must be completed) CWE 099 Pre-Co-op Workshop (required if planning a co-op)

MGT 450 Policy & Strategy Formulation # 3 (prerequisites: ACC 102, ECO 102, FIN 401, MGT 403, MGT 404)

HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 LAW 425 Law Special Topics* 3

(prerequisites: all LAW and PLG courses, MGT 402, 403, 404 and 450) (Must be completed or concurrently enrolled)

CWE 310A3 Cooperative Work Education 3 or

PLG 417 Contract Law 3 (prerequisite: all required 100 level concentration

courses must be completed)

*A grade of C or better is required for this prerequisite course. #A grade of C or better is required for the capstone course.


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Certificate of Proficiency in Business Administration

Concentration in Business Law

Prerequisite: A Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts from an accredited college in a business subject matter area.

This certificate is available through Peirce Online.

This Certificate of Proficiency is designed for the student who has already completed a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from an accredited college. This intensive program of study arms students with knowledge of the legal and regulatory climate of business. This certificate is also excellent for pre-law school study because it exposes students to many of the topics and issues examined in the law school environment.

Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits

PRC 101 Peirce College Orientation 1 LAW 103 Business Law 3

LAW 113 Law in America (Formerly PSC 104) 3 LAW 115 Legal Research & Writing for Business Majors 3 (prerequisite: ENG 101)* PLG 209 Business Organizations 3 (prerequisite: all required 100 level concentration

courses must be completed) PLG 210 Bankruptcy Law 3 (prerequisite: all required 100 level concentration

courses must be completed) PLG 205 Real Estate Law 3 (prerequisite: all required 100 level concentration

courses must be completed) PLG 215 Professional Legal Responsibility 3

(prerequisite: all required 100 level concentration courses must be completed)

PLG 306 Employment Law 3 (prerequisite: all required 100 level concentration

courses must be completed) PLG 308 Workers Compensation 3 (prerequisite: all required 100 level concentration

courses must be completed) PLG 417 Contract Law 3 (prerequisite: all required 100 level concentration

courses must be completed)

* Certificate of Proficiency students may satisfy the ENG 101 prerequisite by demonstrating that they successfully completed the course or an equivalent in their bachelor’s degree program.


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Associate in Science Degree in Business Administration Concentration in Management This concentration is available through Peirce Online. This career-oriented program is designed to prepare students for positions in various settings. Opportunities range in size from a single practitioner to large international organizations. Some positions specialize in a specific industry, such as healthcare or telecommunications, while others specialize by type of business function, such as human resources, project management, logistics, or information systems. Graduates will be able to obtain entry-level positions and assist managers in the collection, review and analysis of data. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits PRC 101 Peirce College Orientation 1 BIS 101 Introduction to Word Processing & the Internet (TECH CORE) 3 ENG 101 English Composition* (ENG/COM CORE) 3 MAT CORE Mathematics Course (Recommended MAT 101) 3 SCI CORE Science Course 3 MGT 101 Introduction to Business 3 ENG/COM CORE English/Communication Course 3 ACC 101 Accounting Principles I* 3 ACC 102 Principles of Accounting II* (prerequisite: ACC 101) 3 MKT 101 Introduction to Marketing* 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 TECH CORE Recommended BIS 111 3 ECO 101 Macroeconomics (SOC SCI CORE) 3 ECO 102 Microeconomics (SOC SCI CORE) 3 MGT 210 Applied Management Concepts* (prerequisite: MGT 101) 3 ELEC Elective 3 CWE 098 Pre Co-op Workshop (required if planning a co-op) FIN 201 Introduction to Finance* (prerequisite: ACC 102) 3 LAW 103 Business Law 3 INT 101 Introduction to International Business & Cultures 3 MAT 109 Business Statistics* (MAT CORE) 3 CWE 104A3 Cooperative Work Education 3 or ELEC Elective 3 *A grade of C or above is required for this prerequisite course.


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Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration Concentration in Management This concentration is available through Peirce Online. This program prepares those interested in working for organizations that must remain competitive in the 21st century. Businesses have become more complex and are continually faced with new challenges. Graduates from this program will assist these firms with remaining competitive in spite of these changes as they analyze and propose ways to improve the firms' structure, efficiency, or profits. Key skill sets that will be developed within the program include interpersonal and strong verbal and written communication skills, time management, innovation and creativity, making sound judgments, and drawing logical conclusions. The program includes the option for a work-based learning component (co-op internship), which provides career exploration. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits

MGT 303 Human Resource Management* (prerequisite: MGT 101) 3 GEN ED CORE General Education Course 3 MAT 210 Business Statistics II* (MAT CORE) (prerequisite: MAT 109) 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 SCI CORE Science Course 3 MIS 404 Concepts in eBusiness (prerequisite: BIS 101) 3 MGT 305 Concepts in Leadership (prerequisite: MGT 210) 3 MGT 402 Business Ethics (prerequisite: MGT 303) 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 MKT 401 Marketing Management (prerequisite: MKT 101) 3 FIN 401 Financial Analysis* (prerequisite: FIN 201) 3 MGT 403 Organizational Dynamics* (prerequisite: MGT 210) 3 MGT 404 Operations Management* (prerequisites: MGT 210, MAT 210) 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 CWE 099 Pre Co-op Workshop (required if planning a co-op) MGT 450 Policy & Strategy Formulation # 3

(prerequisites: ACC 102, ECO 102, FIN 401, MGT 403, MGT 404) HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 ENG/COM CORE English/Communication Course 3 ELEC Elective 3 MGT 425 Management Special Topics* 3 (prerequisites: MGT 210, 303, 402, 403) CWE 304A3 Cooperative Work Education 3 or ELEC Elective 3 *A grade of C or better is required for this prerequisite course. #A grade of C or better is required for the capstone course.


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Certificate of Proficiency in Business Administration Concentration in Management This certificate is available through Peirce Online. This intensive, career-oriented, certificate program is designed to provide a strong background in the fundamentals of business administration. Students may enter this program without having previously completed an associate or bachelor’s degree. Students may apply these credits to the associate degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Management. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits PRC 101 Peirce College Orientation 1 BIS 101 Introduction to Word Processing & the Internet 3 (TECH CORE) ENG 101 English Composition 3 MGT 101 Introduction to Business 3 MAT CORE Mathematics Course (Recommended MAT 101) 3 BIS 111 Application Software Fundamentals (Formerly BIS 204) 3

(prerequisite: BIS 101) ACC 101 Accounting Principles I* 3 ACC 102 Accounting Principles II* (prerequisite: ACC 101) 3 MKT 101 Introduction to Marketing* 3 ECO 101 Macroeconomics (SOC SCI CORE) 3 LAW 103 Business Law 3 *A grade of C or better is required for this prerequisite course.


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Post Baccalaureate Certificate of Proficiency in Business Administration Concentration in Management This certificate is available through Peirce Online. This intensive, career-oriented, certificate program is designed to provide a strong background in the fundamentals of business administration. This Certificate of Proficiency is designed for the student who has completed a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits PRC 101 Peirce College Orientation 1 BIS 101 Introduction to Word Processing & the Internet 3 (TECH CORE) MGT 101 Introduction to Business 3 BIS 111 Application Software Fundamentals (Formerly BIS 204) 3

(prerequisite: BIS 101) ACC 101 Accounting Principles I* 3 ACC 102 Accounting Principles II* (prerequisite: ACC 101) 3 MKT 101 Introduction to Marketing* 3 ECO 101 Macroeconomics (SOC SCI CORE) 3 FIN 201 Introduction to Finance* (prerequisite: ACC 102) 3 LAW 103 Business Law 3 MGT 210 Applied Management Concepts* (prerequisite: MGT 101) 3 If the bachelor’s degree included courses comparable to BIS 101 and BIS 111 or the student can document proficiency in the courses, other management courses may be substituted. *A grade of C or better is required for this prerequisite course.


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Associate in Science Degree in Business Administration Concentration in Marketing This concentration is available through Peirce Online. This career-oriented program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in marketing, sales, advertising, and small business ownership. This program emphasizes communication and Internet marketing techniques, as well as understanding how to reach the people most interested in the product, and to successfully compete in their industry. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits PRC 101 Peirce College Orientation 1 BIS 101 Introduction to Word Processing & the Internet 3 (TECH CORE) ENG 101 English Composition* (ENG CORE) 3 MAT CORE Mathematics Course (Recommended MAT 101) 3 MGT 101 Introduction to Business 3 ENG/COM CORE English/Communication course 3 MKT 101 Introduction to Marketing* 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 ACC 101 Accounting Principles I* 3 ACC 102 Accounting Principles II* (prerequisite: ACC 101) 3 MGT 210 Applied Management Concepts* (prerequisite: MGT 101) 3 ECO 101 Macroeconomics (SOC SCI CORE) 3 ECO 102 Microeconomics (SOC SCI CORE) 3 FIN 201 Introduction to Finance* 3 LAW 103 Business Law 3 SCI CORE Science Course 3 MKT 208 Internet Marketing (prerequisite: MKT 101) 3 MKT 201 Selling Strategies (prerequisite: MKT 101) 3 MKT 204 Advertising Principles (prerequisite: MKT 101) 3 MKT 202 Consumer Behavior (prerequisite: MKT 101) 3 MAT 109 Business Statistics* (MAT CORE) 3 *A grade of C or above is required for this prerequisite course.


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Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration Concentration in Marketing This concentration is available through Peirce Online. This program prepares those interested in the management side of marketing. For marketing, sales, and promotions management positions, employers prefer a bachelor's degree in business administration with an emphasis on marketing. Courses in business law, economics, accounting, finance, mathematics, and statistics are advantageous. Employment of advertising, marketing, promotions, public relations, and sales managers is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations through 2012, spurred by intense domestic and global competition in products and services offered to consumers. The program includes the option for a work-based learning component (co-op/internship), which provides career exploration. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits

MGT 303 Human Resource Management* (prerequisite: MGT 101) 3 GEN ED CORE General Education Course 3 MAT 210 Business Statistics II* (MAT CORE) (prerequisite: MAT 109) 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 SCI CORE Science Course 3 ENG/COM CORE English/Communication Course 3 MGT 305 Concepts in Leadership (prerequisite: MGT 210) 3 MGT 402 Business Ethics (prerequisite: MGT 303) 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 MKT 401 Marketing Management (Formerly Advanced Marketing Theory) 3 (prerequisite: MKT 101) FIN 401 Financial Analysis* (prerequisite: FIN 201) 3 MGT 403 Organizational Dynamics* (prerequisite: MGT 210) 3 MGT 404 Operations Management* (prerequisites: MGT 210, MAT 210) 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 MKT 301 Marketing Research (prerequisite: MKT 101) 3 MKT 305 International Marketing (prerequisite: MKT 101) 3 CWE 099 Pre Co-op Workshop (required if planning a co-op) MGT 450 Policy & Strategy Formulation # 3

(prerequisites: ACC 102, ECO 102, FIN 401, MGT 403, MGT 404) HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 MKT 425 Marketing Special Topics* 3 (prerequisites: All required Marketing courses, MGT 402, 403, 404) CWE 306A3 Cooperative Work Education 3

or MKT 308 Customer Relationship Management (prerequisite: MKT 101) 3 *A grade of C or better is required for this prerequisite course. #A grade of C or better is required for the capstone course.


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Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Concentration in Real Estate Management This concentration is available through Peirce Online. This concentration is for students pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. This career-oriented program is designed to prepare students to work in the real estate field of property management. Students in this program will meet specific degree requirements at Peirce College by completing designated courses offered in conjunction with the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM). This program will assist students in the process of earning the Certified Property Manager® (CPM®) designation with IREM. Students who have already earned the CPM designation will receive the 30 Peirce College credits articulated in the Peirce College/IREM agreement. (See p. 26) Students that earn a degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Real Estate Management are not granted a certification in property management from Peirce College. A CPM may be awarded through the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM). For CPM requirements, please go to www.irem.org. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits PRC 101 Peirce College Orientation 1 ENG 101 English Composition* (ENG/COM CORE) 3 MAT CORE Mathematics Course (Recommended MAT 101) 3 BIS 101 Introduction to Word Processing & the Internet (TECH CORE) 3 SCI CORE Science Course 3 MGT 101 Introduction to Business♦ 3 ENG/COM CORE English/Communication Course 3 ACC 101 Accounting Principles I* 3 ACC 102 Accounting Principles II* (prerequisite: ACC 101) 3 MKT 101 Introduction to Marketing*♦ 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 TECH CORE Technology Course (Recommended BIS 111) 3 ELEC Elective 3 ECO 101 Macroeconomics (SOC SCI CORE) 3 ECO 102 Microeconomics (SOC SCI CORE) 3 MGT 210 Applied Management Concepts*♦ (prerequisite: MGT 101) 3 ELEC Elective 3 FIN 201 Introduction to Finance*♦ (prerequisite: ACC 102) 3 LAW 103 Business Law 3 ELEC Elective 3 MAT 109 Business Statistics I* (MAT CORE) 3 MGT 303 Human Resource Management*♦ (prerequisite: MGT 101) 3 MIS 404 Concepts in eBusiness (TECH CORE) (prerequisite: BIS 101) 3 MAT 210 Business Statistics II* (MAT CORE) (prerequisite: MAT 109) 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 Real Estate Management Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence continued on next page.


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Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Concentration in Real Estate Management Continued Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Continued Credits GEN ED CORE General Education Course 3 SCI CORE Science Course 3 MGT 305 Concepts in Leadership (prerequisite: MGT 210) 3 MGT 402 Business Ethics (prerequisite: MGT 303) 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 MKT 401 Marketing Management♦ (prerequisite: MKT 101) 3 FIN 401 Financial Analysis*♦ (prerequisite: FIN 201) 3 MGT 403 Organizational Dynamics* (prerequisite: MGT 210) 3 MGT 404 Operations Management*♦ (prerequisites: MGT 210, MAT 210) 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 ENG/COM CORE English/Communication Course 3 PLG 205 Real Estate Law 3 MGT 450 Policy & Strategy Formulation# 3

(prerequisites: ACC 102, ECO 102, FIN 401, MGT 403, 404) HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 ELEC Elective (Recommended PLG 418 Real Estate

Settlement Procedures) ♦ 3 MGT 425 Management Special Topics♦* 3 (prerequisites: MGT 210, 303, 402 and 403)

*A grade of C or above is required for this prerequisite course. #A grade of C or above is required for the capstone course. ♦Requirement to be met by courses taken at IREM as defined in the Peirce College/IREM Articulation Agreement.


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The following table contains the Peirce College courses and the equivalent IREM course(s). Students will receive credit toward their degree at Peirce College upon completion of the required IREM courses. Students who have the CPM designation will receive 30 credits toward their bachelor’s degree.

Peirce College/IREM Articulation Agreement Peirce Course Peirce

Credits IREM Courses (IREM Credits)

MKT 101 Introduction to Marketing 3 MKL201 - Marketing and Leasing: Fundamentals(2) MKL405 - Marketing and Leasing: Multifamily Properties (2) (Both courses required)

MGT 101Introduction to Business 3 RES201 Successful Site Management (5)

MGT 210 Applied Management Concepts

3 BDM601 - Maximizing Profit: Growth Strategies for Real Estate Management Companies (2) HRS603 - Leadership for Today's Real Estate Manager (1) ETH800 Ethics for the Real Estate Manager (1) (All four courses required) OR 701 Managing the Management Company (5) Offered through 1997 702 Advanced Management Practices and Techniques (5) Offered through 1997 (Both courses required)

FIN 201 Introduction to Finance 3 FIN201 - Introduction to Real Estate Management Finances (2) FIN 402 - Managing Investment Real Estate: Financial Tools (2) (Both courses required)

MGT 303 Human Resource Management

3 HRS201 - Human Resource Fundamentals: Managing a Quality Workforce(2) HRS402 - Human Resource Essentials for Real Estate Managers (2) (Both courses required)

FIN 401Financial Analysis 3 ASM603 - Commercial Real Estate Financing and Valuation - Part One (2) ASM604 - Commercial Real Estate Financing and Valuation - Part Two (2) ASM605 - Cash Flow Analysis: Practical Applications (1) (All three courses required) OR 400 Managing Real Estate as an Investment (10) Offered through 1997

MKT 401 Marketing Management 3 MKL406 - Marketing and Leasing: Office Buildings (2) MKL404 - Marketing and Leasing: Retail Properties (2) (Both course required)

MGT 404 Operations Management 3 MNT201 - Maintenance Operations Basics (2) MNT 402 - Property Maintenance and Risk Management (2) (Both courses required) *statistical aspects of MGT404 will be covered in ASM603-605 required for FIN401 OR 301 Marketing and Management of Residential Properties (10) Offered through 1997 302 Leasing and Management of Office Buildings (10) Offered through 1997 303 Management and Leasing of Shopping Centers and Retail Space (10) Offered through 1997 305 Managing Government-Assisted Housing (10) Offered through 1997 (Only one of the 300-level courses required)

Elective 3 Elective to be determined on a case-by-case basis upon evaluation of coursework

MGT425 3 BDM602 - Property Management Plans: The IREM Model (6) AND MPSA01 - Management Plan Skills Assessment (management plan requirement) OR Management Plan (management plan requirement)

INFORMATION TECHNOLGY PROGRAMS

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS MISSION STATEMENT Information Technology (IT) is the development, installation, and implementation of computer systems and applications. The primary goal of the Information Technology program at Peirce College is to offer a wide variety of concentrations, allowing students to focus on their own interests within Information Technology. Students can study in the areas of Desktop Applications for Business, Networking, Network Security, Programming and Application Development, and Technology Management. After completing a program in Information Technology, students will be able to do the following:

• demonstrate basic knowledge of concepts and theories

• use technology appropriately and effectively

• recall and use basic information technology vocabulary

• illustrate solutions to problems effectively using diagramming tools or other information technology tools appropriate for the scenario

• learn to use research tools to support coursework and to strengthen career research skills

• recognize, describe, discuss, and explain key concepts from core concentration courses

• apply key concepts in course specific case studies and scenario based problems

• examine alternate technology solutions to business problems using research material, manuals,

knowledge bases, and any other appropriate technology tools

• develop and apply effective writing and speaking skills

• develop and apply effective presentation skills

• develop team building skills that will help to encourage participation among others in collaborative groups

• apply team building skills that will develop relationships with others in collaborative groups

• apply team building skills that will demonstrate the ability to take on a leadership role within a

collaborative group

• formulate solutions to business problems using the appropriate technology tools

• construct effective solutions to business problems

• propose and present solutions to business problems


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Associate in Science Degree in Information Technology Concentration in Desktop Applications for Business This concentration is available through Peirce Online. Students who choose this concentration will learn how to use the Microsoft Office Suite of products (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) in the workplace. Courses in this concentration will cover introductory and intermediate levels of content. Students will take introductory business courses to enhance their breadth and depth of knowledge. This concentration focuses on how students can solve business problems by choosing the correct applications and applying their knowledge, skills, and abilities to be productive. By the completion of the first two years of this area of study, students will have the fundamentals needed to assist them in the preparation of the industry standard certification exams for the Microsoft Office Specialist designation. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits PRC 101 Peirce College Orientation 1 BIS 101 Introduction to Word Processing & the Internet (TECH CORE) 3 ENG 101 English Composition* (ENG/COM) 3 NET 101 Introduction to Information Technology 3 BIS 111 Application Software Fundamentals (Formerly BIS 204) 3

(prerequisite: BIS 101) ACC 101 Accounting Principles I* 3 BIS 109 Information Searching and Presentation 3 MGT 101 Introduction to Business 3 SCI CORE Science Core 3 ENG/COM CORE English/Communication Course 3 MAT CORE Mathematics Course 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 LAW 103 Business Law 3 BIS 214 Word Processing Intermediate Concepts (prerequisite: BIS 111) 3 BIS 215 Spreadsheet Intermediate Concepts (prerequisite: BIS 111) 3 BIS 224 Concepts in Desktop Programming 3

(prerequisites: BIS 101, NET 101) BIS 216 Database Intermediate Concepts (prerequisite: BIS 111) 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 MAT CORE Mathematics Course 3 CWE 098 Pre Co-op Workshops (required if planning Co-Op

and after 30 Credits) CWE 124 A3 Cooperative Work Education 3 or ELEC ELECTIVE Course 3 *A grade of C or better is required for this prerequisite course.


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Bachelor of Science Degree in Information Technology Concentration in Desktop Applications for Business This concentration is available through Peirce Online. Students will continue to explore how to use the Microsoft Office Suite of products (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) in the workplace. Courses at this level will focus on developing students in the areas of critical thinking, problem solving, information management, resource management, and application synthesis. Students will work on projects and scenarios that they may encounter in the workplace. Students will use their knowledge, skills, and abilities with the Microsoft desktop applications to build solutions to business problems. Projects at this level are designed to provide tangible results that can be used by students to build a portfolio that demonstrates their abilities using the Microsoft Office applications. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits IT ELEC IT Elective Course 3 ENG/COM CORE English/Communication Course 3 BIS 314 Word Processing Advanced Concepts (prerequisite: BIS 214) 3 MAT CORE Mathematics Course 3 BIS 315 Spreadsheet Advanced Concepts (prerequisite: BIS 215) 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 BIS 316 Database Advanced Concepts (prerequisite: BIS 216) 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 SCI CORE Science Course 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 GEN ED CORE General Education Course 3 BIS 317 Visual Basic for Applications 3 (prerequisites: BIS 224, BIS 314, BIS 315, BIS 316) BIS 400 Project Management and Business Process Design 3 (prerequisite: BIS 224) IT ELEC IT Elective Course 3 BIS 402 Systems Analysis & Design (prerequisite: BIS 400) 3 BIS 403 Applied Systems Analysis (prerequisite: BIS 402) 3 BIS 414 IT Capstone w/Concentration in Desktop Applications for 3 Business# (prerequisite: BIS 402) CWE 099 Pre Co-Op Workshops (required if planning Co-Op) CWE 424 A6 Cooperative Work Education 6 or ELEC ELECTIVE Course 3 ELEC ELECTIVE Course 3 or CWE 324 A3 Cooperative Work Education 3 ELEC ELECTIVE Course 3 #A grade of C or above is required for the capstone course.


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Associate in Science Degree in Information Technology Concentration in Network Security This concentration is available through Peirce Online. This concentration will offer students an introductory level of network security. Students will learn why systems need to be secure, how to secure them on a basic level, and what to do to maintain that security. Students will learn administrative level skills to provide authorized access to users and how to secure network operating systems, cryptographic controls, and wireless technologies. This concentration builds the fundamentals needed to assist students in the preparation for the following industry standard certifications: CompTIA’s Network+ and Security+, Novell’s CNA, and Microsoft’s MCP in Windows Client and Server. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits PRC 101 Peirce College Orientation 1 BIS 101 Introduction to Word Processing & the Internet (TECH CORE) 3 ENG 101 English Composition* 3 NET 101 Introduction to Information Technology 3 BIS 111 Application Software Fundamentals (Formerly BIS 204) 3

(prerequisite: BIS 101) NET 102 Data Communication Technologies 3 (prerequisite: NET 101 or BIS 110) MAT CORE Mathematics Course 3 NET 104 Introduction to Network Security (prerequisite: NET 102) 3 ENG/COM CORE English/Communication Course 3 MAT CORE Mathematics Course 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 SCI CORE Science Course 3 NET 211 Novell Administration Essentials (prerequisite: NET 102) 3 NET 214 Operating Systems Security (prerequisites: NET 104) 3 NET 215 Introduction to Cryptography (prerequisite: NET 104) 3 NET 224 Wireless Network Security (prerequisite: NET 104) 3 NET 200 Windows Client Administration (prerequisite: NET 102) 3 NET 204 Windows Server Administration (prerequisite: NET 200) 3 CWE 098 Pre Co-op Workshops (required if planning Co-Op and after 30 Credits) CWE 123 A3 Cooperative Work Education 3 or ELEC ELECTIVE Course 3 *A grade of C or better is required for this prerequisite course.


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Bachelor of Science Degree in Information Technology Concentration in Network Security This concentration is available through Peirce Online. Students will continue their study of network security with the introduction of higher level concepts on security. Students will learn Linux administration and security concepts, security auditing, firewall security techniques, upper level Microsoft design and security concepts, network defense and counter measures, computer forensics, and disaster planning and recovery techniques. This concentration builds the fundamentals needed to assist students in the preparation of the following industry standard certifications: Microsoft’s MCSE (Microsoft Certified Network Engineer), CompTIA’s Linux+, Security Certified Network Professional (SCNP), and the International Association of Computer Investigation Specialists (IACIS) certification. The concentration culminates in a capstone course that allows the student to highlight knowledge gained in this area of study. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits NET 305 Configuring Active Directory Services (prerequisite: NET 204) 3 MIS 301 Concepts in Information Systems Auditing 3

(prerequisite: NET 102 or MIS 202) NET 300 Linux Administration (prerequisite: NET 102) 3 NET 310 Information Systems Security (prerequisites: NET 104 or MIS 301) 3 NET 354 Securing Networks with Firewalls (prerequisite: NET 310) 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 NET 302 Linux Networking and Security (prerequisite: NET 300) 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 SCI CORE Science Course 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 ENG/COM CORE English/Communication Course 3 GEN ED CORE General Education Course 3 NET 404 Network Defense and Countermeasures (prerequisite: NET 354) 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 NET 402 Implementing Windows Networking (prerequisite: NET 305) 3 MAT CORE Mathematics Course NET 405 Windows Network Security (prerequisite: NET 402) 3 NET 414 Computer Forensics (prerequisite: NET 404) 3 NET 424 IT Capstone w/Concentration in Network Security# 3 (prerequisites: NET 354, NET 405) CWE 099 Pre Co-Op Workshops (required if planning Co-Op) CWE 323 A3 Cooperative Work Education 3

or ELEC ELECTIVE Course 3 #A grade of C or above is required for the capstone course.


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Associate in Science Degree in Information Technology Concentration in Networking This concentration is available through Peirce Online. This concentration prepares students to support and administer network operating environments. Students will learn how to support hardware, desktop software, and clients. Students will learn skills for effective help desk and customer service support as well as learn basic network administration tasks. This concentration builds the fundamentals needed to assist students in the preparation of the following industry standard certifications: CompTIA’s Network+ and A+, Novell’s CNA, and Microsoft’s MCP in Windows Client and Server. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits PRC 101 Peirce College Orientation 1 BIS 101 Introduction to Word Processing & the Internet (TECH CORE) 3 ENG 101 English Composition* (ENG/COM) 3 NET 101 Introduction to Information Technology 3 BIS 111 Application Software Fundamentals (Formerly BIS 204) 3

(prerequisite: BIS 101) NET 103 A+ Course I and II (prerequisite: NET 101) 6 MAT CORE Mathematics Course 3 SCI CORE Science Course 3 ENG/COM CORE English/Communication Course 3 MAT CORE Mathematics Course 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 NET 210 Help Desk and Customer Support Concepts 3 (prerequisite: NET 101) NET 102 Data Communication Technologies 3 (prerequisite: NET 101 or BIS 110) NET 104 Introduction to Network Security (prerequisite: NET 102) 3 NET 211 Novell Administration Essentials (prerequisite: NET 102) 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 NET 200 Windows Client Administration (prerequisite: NET 102) 3 NET 204 Windows Server Administration (prerequisite: NET 200) 3 CWE 098 Pre Co-op Workshops (required if planning Co-op and after 30 Credits) CWE 117 A3 Cooperative Work Education 3 or ELEC ELECTIVE Course 3 *A grade of C or better is required for this prerequisite course.


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Bachelor of Science Degree in Information Technology Concentration in Networking This concentration is available through Peirce Online. Students will continue their study of network operating system environments by delving deeper into material needed to support Microsoft Windows in the enterprise and gaining the fundamental knowledge to pursue the industry’s premier MCSE (Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer) certification. They will learn Cisco Networking Academy’s CCNA 3.0 comprehensive e-learning curriculum that provides students with the Internet technology skills essential in a global economy. The Networking Academy delivers web-based content, online assessment, student performance tracking, Cisco’s live gear for hands-on labs, and preparation for industry standard certifications in CCNA 3.0. Students also have the opportunity to explore new security technologies and standards, while learning how to use resources to build critical thinking and problem solving skills. The concentration culminates in a capstone course that allows the student to highlight knowledge gained in this area of study. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits NET 351 Cisco CCNA Semesters 1 & 2 (prerequisite: NET 204) 6 NET 305 Configuring Active Directory Services (prerequisite: NET 204) 3 NET 352 Cisco CCNA Semesters 3 & 4 (prerequisite: NET 351) 6 IT ELEC IT Elective 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 ENG/COM CORE English/Communication Course 3 SCI CORE Science Course 3 MAT CORE Mathematics Course 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 GEN ED CORE General Education Course 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 NET 402 Implementing Windows Networking (prerequisite: NET 305) 3 NET 405 Windows Network Security (prerequisite: NET 402) 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 NET 403 Special Projects in Networking 3 (prerequisite: NET 402) NET 410 IT Capstone w/Concentration in Networking# 3 (prerequisite: NET 405) CWE 099 Pre Co-Op Workshops (required if planning Co-Op) CWE 417 A6 Cooperative Work Education 6 or ELEC ELECTIVE Course 3 ELEC ELECTIVE Course 3

or CWE 317 A3 Cooperative Work Education 3 ELEC ELECTIVE Course 3 #A grade of C or better is required for the capstone course.


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Certificate of Proficiency in Information Technology Concentration in Help Desk Technician This certificate is available through Peirce Online. This intensive, career-oriented certificate program is designed to provide the student with a firm background in the computer support industry. Students will take courses that cover entry level skills required to perform the job of a Help Desk Technician. Students may apply these credits to an associate degree in Information Technology with a concentration in Networking. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits PRC 101 Peirce College Orientation 1 BIS 101 Introduction to Word Processing & the Internet 3 NET 101 Introduction to Information Technology 3 BIS 111 Application Software Fundamentals (Formerly BIS 204) 3

(prerequisite: BIS 101) BIS 109 Information Searching and Presentation 3 NET 103 A+ Course I & II (prerequisite: NET 101) 6 NET 102 Data Communication Technologies 3 (prerequisite: NET 101 or BIS 110) NET 104 Introduction to Network Security (prerequisite: NET 102) 3 NET 200 Windows Client Administration (prerequisite: NET 102) 3 NET 211 Novell Administration Essentials (prerequisite: NET 102) 3 NET 204 Windows Server Administration (prerequisite: NET 200) 3 NET 210 Help Desk and Customer Support Concepts 3 (prerequisite: NET 101)


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Certificate of Proficiency in Information Technology Concentration in Windows Network Operating System This certificate is available through Peirce Online. This intensive, career-oriented certificate program is designed to provide the student with a background in the computer network industry. Upon completion of the certificate program, students will have studied a majority of the exam objectives related to the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) certification. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits PRC 101 Peirce College Orientation 1 NET 101 Introduction to Information Technology 3 BIS 101 Introduction to Word Processing & the Internet (TECH CORE) 3 or BIS 109 Information Searching and Presentation (TECH CORE) 3 NET 102 Data Communication Technologies 3

(prerequisite: NET 101 or BIS 110) IT ELEC Information Technology Elective 3 NET 200 Windows Client Administration (prerequisite: NET 102) 3 NET 204 Windows Server Administration (prerequisite: NET 200) 3 NET 305 Configuring Active Directories (prerequisite: NET 204) 3 IT ELEC Information Technology Elective 3 NET 402 Implementing Windows Networking (prerequisite: NET 305) 3 NET 405 Windows Network Security (prerequisite: NET 402) 3


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Associate in Science Degree in Information Technology Concentration in Programming and Application Development This concentration is available through Peirce Online. Students who choose this concentration will learn basic computer concepts, data communications, programming fundamentals, and the Visual Basic programming language all using Microsoft’s .NET technology. Students will take the first two in a series of six online application development courses. Students will learn how to use Visual Studio as a programming reference tool. Students will take courses that cover the Microsoft Office Suite of applications (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) at a fundamental level. Students will also learn how to use the Internet as a tool in business covering HTML and Web Page design. Students who choose to take this concentration will need access to the Internet and a computer with at least 256MB of RAM and 2-4 GB of disk space to run Visual Studio .NET. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits PRC 101 Peirce College Orientation 1 BIS 101 Introduction to Word Processing & the Internet (TECH CORE) 3 ENG 101 English Composition* (ENG CORE) 3 NET 101 Introduction to Information Technology 3 BIS 111 Application Software Fundamentals (Formerly BIS 204) 3 (prerequisite: BIS 101) ACC 101 Accounting Principles I* 3 MAT CORE Mathematics Course 3 BIS 112 Programming Concepts (prerequisite: NET 101) 3 MGT 101 Introduction to Business 3 ENG/COM CORE English/Communication Course 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 SCI CORE Science Course 3 BIS 201 Internet Concepts (prerequisite: BIS 101) 3 BIS 224 Concepts in Desktop Programming 3

(prerequisites: BIS 101, NET 101) MIS 202 Intro to Network Operating Systems (prerequisite: NET 101) 3 BIS 225 Introduction to Application Development (prerequisite: BIS 112) 3 MAT CORE Mathematics Course 3 BIS 245 Using VB.NET in Application Development I 3

(prerequisite: BIS 225) CWE 098 Pre Co-op Workshops (required if planning Co-op and

after 30 credits) CWE 125 A3 Cooperative Work Education 3

or ELEC Elective Course 3

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Bachelor of Science Degree in Information Technology Concentration in Programming and Application Development This concentration is available through Peirce Online. Students will continue with application development in the .NET environment by taking the remaining four online application development courses. These courses focus on ASP, SQL, XML, and the component object model for application development. Students will explore the desktop programming languages used in industry: JavaScript, C++, and Java. Students will also learn Microsoft Project and Visio to assist with planning and documenting systems during analysis and application of these languages. The concentration culminates in a capstone project that allows the student to build a working program or model to enhance his/her own job or to highlight knowledge gained in this area of study. Students who choose to take this concentration will need access to the Internet and a computer with at least 256MB of RAM and 2-4 GB of disk space to run Visual Studio .NET. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits BIS 325 Using VB.NET in Application Development II 3 (prerequisite: BIS 245) SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 BIS 345 Using ASP.NET in Application Development 3

(prerequisites: BIS 325, BIS 201) BIS 330 JavaScript Programming (Formerly BIS 203) 3

(prerequisites: BIS 325, BIS 201) BIS 425 Using Databases in Application Development 3

(prerequisite: BIS 345) BIS 340 C++ Programming (Formerly BIS 311) (prerequisite: BIS 330) 3 BIS 445 Using XML in Application Development (prerequisite: BIS 425) 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 SCI CORE Science Course 3 ENG/COM CORE English/Communication Course 3 GEN ED CORE General Education Course 3 BIS 400 Project Management and Business Process Design 3

(prerequisite: BIS 224) MAT CORE Mathematics Course 3 BIS 405 Java Programming (prerequisite: BIS 340) 3 BIS 402 Systems Analysis & Design (prerequisite: BIS 400) 3 BIS 403 Applied Systems Analysis (prerequisite: BIS 402) 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 BIS 413 IT Capstone with a Concentration in Programming# 3

(prerequisite: BIS 402) CWE 099 Pre Co-op Workshops (required if planning Co-op) CWE 325 A3 Cooperative Work Education 3 or ELEC Elective Course 3 #A grade of C or above is required for the capstone course.


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Certificate of Proficiency in Information Technology Concentration in .NET Technology This certificate is available through Peirce Online. This comprehensive, career-oriented certificate program is designed to provide the student with a solid background in the methodology of Application Development, the justification, design, creation and maintenance of complex computer systems which benefit a company’s bottom line. Through self-discovery, hands-on exercises and a running project, students will learn how to decide whether to pursue an information systems project through a business case analysis, design a functional specification document, design and build graphical user interfaces, flowcharting, pseudo-coding and programming using leading-edge Visual Basic.NET. Students will also learn ASP, XML and SQL as part of the broad implementation of the running project. Students may apply these credits to the associate degree in Information Technology with a concentration in Programming and Application Development. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits PRC 101 Peirce College Orientation 1 BIS 101 Introduction to Word Processing & the Internet 3 NET 101 Introduction to Information Technology 3 BIS 112 Programming Concepts (prerequisite: NET 101) 3 BIS 201 Internet Concepts (prerequisite: BIS 101) 3 BIS 225 Introduction to Application Development 3 (prerequisite: BIS 112) BIS 245 Using VB.NET in Application Development I 3 (prerequisite: BIS 225) BIS 325 Using VB.NET in Application Development II 3 (prerequisite: BIS 245) BIS 345 Using ASP.NET in Application Development 3

(prerequisites: BIS 325, BIS 201) BIS 425 Using Databases in Application Development 3 (Prerequisite: BIS 345) BIS 445 Using XML in Application Development 3 (prerequisite: BIS 425)


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Certificate of Proficiency in Information Technology Concentration in Programming This certificate is available through Peirce Online. The Programming certificate provides an in-depth study of computer programming software and techniques. These programming languages include HTML, Visual Basic .NET (VB.NET), C++, Java, and JavaScript. Students will also complete the first three classes of the .NET Technology program which includes building the case for an information systems project, designing a functional specification document, designing and programming graphical user interfaces, flowcharting, and pseudo-coding. The Programming certificate will help a student to do the following:

• Enhance the resume to increase marketability • Increase value to an organization • Obtain credentials for possible career-change opportunities into programming positions • Supplement and update current computing knowledge and skills

Students may enter this program without having previously earned an associate or bachelor’s degree. Students may apply these credits to the associate degree in Information Technology with a concentration in Programming and Application Development. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits PRC 101 Peirce College Orientation 1 BIS 101 Introduction to Word Processing & The Internet 3 NET 101 Introduction to Information Technology 3 BIS 112 Programming Concepts (prerequisite: NET 101) 3 BIS 201 Internet Concepts (prerequisite: BIS 101) 3 BIS 225 Introduction to Application Development (prerequisite: BIS 112) 3 BIS 245 Using VB.NET in Application Development I 3 (prerequisite: BIS 225) BIS 325 Using VB.NET in Application Development II 3 (prerequisite: BIS 245) BIS 330 JavaScript Programming (Formerly BIS 203) 3

(prerequisites: BIS 201, BIS 325) BIS 340 C++ Programming (Formerly BIS 311) (prerequisite: BIS 330) 3 BIS 405 Java Programming (prerequisite: BIS 340) 3


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Associate in Science Degree in Information Technology Concentration in Technology Management This concentration is available through Peirce Online. This concentration provides students with a combination of business and technology courses. This unique combination allows students to use technology to solve business problems with practical case studies and coursework. Students will gain valuable knowledge in business fundamentals, ethics in Information Technology, Microsoft Office fundamentals, and network operating systems while learning how they can integrate technology in the workplace to support business processes and functions. Emphasis is placed on the application of business via the Internet and on virtual teams. The concentration has been designed for students with experience in the workforce, but students with any experience level will benefit from the group interactions and case studies. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits PRC 101 Peirce College Orientation 1 BIS 101 Introduction to Word Processing & the Internet 3 (TECH CORE) ENG 101 English Composition* (ENG/COM CORE) 3 NET 101 Introduction to Information Technology 3 BIS 111 Application Software Fundamentals (Formerly BIS 204) 3

(prerequisite: BIS 101) MIS 101 Introduction to Information Systems 3 MAT CORE Mathematics Course 3 NET 102 Data Communication Technologies (prerequisite: NET 101) 3 SCI CORE Science Course 3 ENG/COM CORE English/Communication Course 3 MAT CORE Mathematics Course 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 MIS 205 Ethical Management of Information Technology 3 (Formerly MIS 201) (prerequisite: MIS 101) ACC 101 Accounting Principles I* 3 MIS 202 Intro to Network Operating Systems (prerequisite: NET 101) 3 MGT 101 Introduction to Business 3 IT ELEC Information Technology Elective 3 ECO 101 Macroeconomics (SOC SCI CORE) 3 BIS 201 Internet Concepts (prerequisite: BIS 101) 3 CWE 098 Pre Co-Op Workshops

(required if planning Co-op and after 30 credits) CWE 120 A3 Cooperative Work Education 3 or ELEC Elective Course 3 *A grade of C or above is required for this prerequisite course.


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Bachelor of Science Degree in Information Technology Concentration in Technology Management This concentration is available through Peirce Online. Students continue their study of business and technology in industry. At this level, students will learn applied management concepts, information systems auditing and security, Homeland security, Project Management, and Electronic Business. Students will take a variety of business, finance, and management courses to enhance their knowledge of business and the effective use of technology. Upon completion of this degree, students will be well on their way to a challenging career as a business technology supervisor, department liaison, or project lead. The concentration culminates in a capstone course that allows the student to highlight and present knowledge gained in this area of study. Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits MIS 301 Concepts in Information Systems Auditing 3 (prerequisites: NET 102 or MIS 202) ENG/COM CORE English/Communication Course 3 NET 310 Information Systems Security (prerequisites: NET 104 or MIS 301) 3 MIS 302 Information Systems Project Management 3

(prerequisites: MIS 201 or MIS 205) MAT CORE Mathematics Course 3 MGT 210 Applied Management Concepts* (prerequisite: MGT 101) 3 ACC 102 Accounting Principles II* (prerequisite: ACC 101) 3 ECO 102 Microeconomics (SOC SCI CORE) 3 SCI CORE Science Course 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 GEN ED CORE General Education Course 3 MIS 405 Implementing Homeland Security (prerequisite: NET 310) 3 FIN 201 Introduction to Finance* (prerequisite: ACC 102) 3 MIS 404 Concepts in eBusiness (prerequisite: BIS 101) 3 MGT 303 Human Resource Management* (prerequisite: MGT 101) 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 MIS 402 IT Capstone w/Concentration in Technology Management# 3 (prerequisites: MIS 301, MIS 302, MIS 401, MGT 303) CWE 099 Pre Co-op Workshops (required if planning Co-op) CWE 420 A6 Cooperative Work Experience 6 or ELEC Elective Course 3 ELEC Elective Course 3 or CWE 320 A3 Cooperative Work Experience 3 ELEC Elective Course 3 *A grade of C or better is required for this prerequisite course. #A grade of C or above is required for the capstone course.

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PARALEGAL STUDIES PROGRAM GOALS AND OBJECTIVES The primary goal of the Paralegal Studies Program is to prepare students for rewarding careers in the legal industry as paralegal professionals working under the direct supervision of lawyers in the public and private sector. Peirce College strives to prepare students with an understanding of the substantive knowledge and practical skills necessary to meet the standards of industry proficiency, professional integrity, and academic excellence that are expected and required to serve the legal community. As a means of assuring program quality, the College evaluates curriculum and services on a regular basis and incorporates changes identified through the evaluation process. In collaboration with legal practitioners, employers, and professional associations, the College continues working toward the ultimate goal of improving and increasing the utilization of paralegal services. The program-specific goals are as follows:

• apply critical and analytical thinking skills in paralegal work assignments • develop effective people and communications skills to maintain professional client

relationships, conduct client and witness interviews and to promote success as a paralegal professional

• have a working use of legal vocabulary required

• understand the distinction and diversity of legal practice

• have a knowledge of the federal and state court systems

• capable of drafting the forms of documentation utilized in legal practice

• proficient in computerized and manual legal research

• familiar with legal computer software programs and technology utilized within the legal

community

• demonstrate professional caliber legal writing skills

• develop organizational skills for case management

• practice time management in their approach to workload, assignment completion and the demands of case management

• display professional office etiquette

• comply with the Professional Rules of Responsibility/Ethical Code

• abide by the limitations on the practice of law by paralegals under the direct supervision of

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Associate in Science Degree in Paralegal Studies Courses are available in Peirce’s Online Program; however, the ABA requires students to take 10 credits in the classroom. Consult with your Program Advisor for a list of Paralegal courses offered online. •Paralegal courses not available online that must be taken in the classroom are noted below. See PLG 100, 102, 113 and 117. The Associate in Science in Paralegal Studies prepares the student for an entry-level position in a law office, governmental agency, corporation, and in other businesses involved in legal investigation, administration, and practice. This program is approved by the American Bar Association (ABA). Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits PRC 101 Peirce College Orientation 1 BIS 101 Introduction to Word Processing & the Internet 3

(TECH CORE) MAT CORE+(Recommended MAT 102, MAT 105, or MAT 230) 3 ENG 101 English Composition* (ENG/COM CORE) 3 PSC 101 American Government (SOC SCI CORE) 3 PLG 100 Introduction to the Paralegal Profession• 3 PLG 102 Legal Research• 3 PLG 113 Legal Writing I• (prerequisite: ENG 101) 3 PLG 117 Civil Litigation• (prerequisites: PLG 100, 102, 113) 3 (Must be completed or concurrently enrolled in) MAT CORE+(Recommended MAT 102, MAT 105, or MAT 230) 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 PLG 206 Tort Law** 3 PLG 207 Criminal Law** 3 BIS 111 Application Software Fundamentals (TECH CORE) 3

(Formerly BIS 204) (prerequisite: BIS 101) PLG 213 Legal Writing II** 3 ENG/COM CORE English/Communication Course 3 CWE 098 Pre Co-op Workshop (required if planning a co-op) PLG 215 Professional Legal Responsibility** 3 PLG 219 Legal Technology (prerequisites: BIS 101, BIS 111) 3 SCI CORE Science Course 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 PLG 220 Paralegal Capstone ** 3 or CWE 116A3 Cooperative Work Education (prerequisite: CWE 098) 3 *A grade of C or above is required for this prerequisite course. **All required 100 level concentration courses must be completed. +The following courses do no meet the MAT CORE requirements for PLG majors: MAT 101, MAT 109, and MAT 210.


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Bachelor of Science Degree in Paralegal Studies Courses are available in Peirce’s Online Program. Consult with a Program Advisor for a list of Paralegal courses offered online. The Bachelor of Science degree in Paralegal Studies prepares the student for a paralegal position. Paralegals are employed by law offices, government agencies, corporations, and other businesses involved in legal investigation, administration, and practice. Paralegals perform legal research, interview clients, investigate potential cases, and aid attorneys in preparing for litigation. This program is approved by the American Bar Association (ABA). Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits PLG 205 Real Estate Law* 3 PLG ELEC Paralegal Elective* 3 ENG/COM CORE English/Communication Course 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 PLG 204 Family Law* 3 PLG 209 Business Organizations* 3 PLG ELEC Paralegal Elective* 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 MAT CORE+(Recommended MAT 102, MAT 105, or MAT 230) 3 PLG 208 Estate Law* 3 PLG 315 Advanced Legal Research (prerequisite: PLG 219)* 3 PLG 417 Contracts* 3 GEN ED CORE General Education Course 3 SCI CORE Science Course 3 TECH CORE Technology Course 3 CWE 099 Pre Co-op Workshop (required if planning a co-op)* PLG ELEC Paralegal Elective* 3 HUM/HIS CORE Humanities/History Course 3 SOC SCI CORE Social Science Course 3 PLG 420 Paralegal Capstone# 6 or CWE 416A6 Cooperative Work Education (prerequisite: CWE 099) 6 * All required 100 level concentration courses must be completed. #All PLG courses required for the bachelor’s degree must be either completed or concurrently enrolled in. A grade of C or above is required for the capstone course. +The following courses do not meet the MAT CORE requirements for PLG majors: MAT 101, MAT 109 and MAT 210.


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Certificate of Proficiency Paralegal Studies Prerequisite: A Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts from an accredited college in a subject other than Paralegal Studies. Courses are available in Peirce’s Online Program; however, the ABA requires students to take 10 credits in the classroom. Consult with a Program Advisor for a list of Paralegal courses offered online. •Paralegal courses not available online that must be taken in the classroom are noted below. See PLG 100, 102, 113 and 117. The Certificate of Proficiency is designed for the student who has already completed a bachelor’s degree with a major other than Paralegal Studies. This intensive program of study prepares the student for a paralegal position. Paralegals are employed by law offices, government agencies, corporations, and other businesses involved in legal investigation, administration, and practice. Paralegals perform legal research, interview clients, investigate potential cases, and aid attorneys in preparing for litigation. This program is approved by the American Bar Association (ABA). Required Subjects/Recommended Sequence Credits PRC 101 Peirce College Orientation 1 PLG 100 Introduction to the Paralegal Profession• 3 PLG 102 Legal Research• 3 PLG 113 Legal Writing I• 3 PLG 117 Civil Litigation• (prerequisites: PLG 100, 102, 113) 3 PLG 207 Criminal Law* 3 PLG 206 Tort Law* 3 PLG 215 Professional Legal Responsibility* 3 PLG 219 Legal Technology* (prerequisites: BIS 101 and BIS 111) 3 PLG ELEC Paralegal Elective** 3 PLG ELEC Paralegal Elective** 3 *All required 100 level PLG courses must be completed. **Any PLG course not required for the certificate may be taken as the PLG Elective.

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Each course is worth three credits unless otherwise noted. ACCOUNTING (ACC) ACC 101 Accounting Principles I A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisite: None This introductory course includes the theory and application of major accounting principles and procedures. The following topics and problems will be studied and practiced: journalizing, financial statements, adjusting and closing entries, and systems and controls. ACC 102 Accounting Principles II A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisite: ACC 101 This course covers the utilization and interpretation of accounting principles. Material includes a detailed study of deferrals and accruals, plant and intangible assets, partnership and corporate forms of ownership, stocks and bonds and their effect on business decisions, and financial statement analysis. ACC 203 Intermediate Accounting I A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisite: ACC 102 This course includes a review of fundamental accounting principles accompanied by an intensive study of financial statements, including the income statement and balance sheet and their interrelationship. ACC 204 Intermediate Accounting II A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisite: ACC 203 This course continues the analysis of a company’s balance sheet with a study of inventories, fixed assets, and liabilities. ACC 222 Managerial Accounting Prerequisite: ACC 102 This course presents a functional approach to the basic concepts of managerial accounting. Emphasized are pro forma financial statements, budgets, cash flow analysis, forecasting, direct costing, break-even analysis, and capital expenditures. ACC 225 Introduction to Taxation Prerequisite: ACC 102 This course will introduce students to the application of basic tax code as applied to individuals, partnerships, and corporations. There will be an emphasis on federal law. This course will also cover tax-saving ideas and planning.

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ACC 301 (Formerly ACC 227) Auditing Prerequisite: ACC 204 Auditing provides a practical presentation of modern audit practices, emphasizing the principles and objectives of an audit. Analysis of the audit basis, the best standards, objective reporting, the adoption of improved accounting standards, business controls, professional ethics, and legal liability. ACC 303 (Formerly ACC 230) Cost Accounting I Prerequisite: ACC 204 This course emphasizes principles of cost accounting for manufacturing enterprises, stressing the managerial uses of cost data in planning and control. Topics included in this course: purchasing and issuing of materials and maintenance of perpetual inventory records, control of labor, methods of distributing factory overhead expenses, and evaluation of problems involved in shrinkage. ACC 401 (Formerly ACC 232) Advanced Accounting Prerequisite: ACC 204 Theories and techniques used for advanced accounting problems will emphasize partnerships, consolidations, multinational corporations, and non-profit entities. Solvency, liquidations, and foreign exchange issues will also be covered. ACC 425 Accounting Special Topics A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisites: ACC 204, ACC 225, ACC 301, ACC 303, FIN 201, and FIN 401 courses must be completed or concurrently enrolled in. The major objective of this course is the successful completion of a major bachelor’s level project. The topic is related to the overall special topics identified by the professor for the course. The special topic will change based on current events and issues. Students are encouraged to choose project topics that will benefit both themselves and their existing or potential employers. Students are required to complete the project individually, but they are guided through the project by the professor and feedback from fellow students during the research and drafting process. The project gives students an opportunity to integrate lessons from the variety of completed courses that the student has completed into a coherent whole that demonstrates knowledge of accounting. BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS (BIS) BIS 101 Introduction to Word Processing and the Internet Prerequisite: None This is an information and computer literacy course required of all students, which covers topics needed by all to work with and around computers and information. Basic computer concepts including how workplace networks are configured will be covered. Students will learn about the Internet and how to locate and evaluate information they find. Privacy and security issues pertaining to the Internet will be covered. Additionally, the course will cover the basics of word processing in Microsoft Word, including editing, formatting, creating tables, and inserting graphics, borders, and images.

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BIS 109 Information Searching and Presentation Prerequisite: None This course is designed to enhance the student’s ability to effectively locate information on the Web. Keyword selection, Boolean logic operators, wildcards, and various tips will be included. Browser customization and keyboard shortcuts will be covered. Students will explore leading search tools. Students will reorganize information found on the Web and develop PowerPoint presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint. The course will also emphasize effective presentation concepts and design. Students who complete this course will have the fundamentals needed to prepare for the Microsoft Office Specialist certification exam on Microsoft PowerPoint. BIS 111 Application Software Fundamentals (Formerly BIS 204) Prerequisite: BIS 101 This course will provide hands-on practice to students in several key applications used in the workplace. The course will cover the desktop operating system along with Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and Outlook. Students will learn concepts that can be applied to business scenarios, and learn to make effective decisions on when to use each of the applications. The BIS 111 course replaces BIS 204 in all program concentrations prior to 2005-2006. BIS 112 Programming Concepts Prerequisite: NET 101 This course will provide students with an introduction to computer programming and the exploration of computing solutions to business-related problems. The course focuses on proper techniques of problem definition, planning, and writing well-structured programs. Students will also explore more advanced features of computer programming, including testing, debugging, and documentation. BIS 201 Internet Concepts Prerequisite: BIS 101 This course continues to familiarize students with the Internet and lays the foundation for the design and creation of a website that includes multiple Web pages. The course will cover how to use HTML to develop web pages and how to enhance the appearance of web pages to communicate more effectively. Web pages will be created primarily using Arachnophilia, MapEdit, and Microsoft's Photo Editor. BIS 214 Word Processing Intermediate Concepts Prerequisite: BIS 111 This course will expose students to intermediate concepts of word processing using Microsoft Word. Students will learn how to apply these concepts to projects designed for the workplace. Students will be exposed to objectives tested on the Microsoft Office Specialist exam for MS Word. BIS 215 Spreadsheet Intermediate Concepts Prerequisite: BIS 111 This course will expose students to intermediate concepts of spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel. Students will learn how to apply these concepts to projects designed for the workplace. Students will be exposed to objectives tested on the Microsoft Office Specialist exam for MS Excel.

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BIS 216 Database Intermediate Concepts Prerequisite: BIS 111 This course will expose students to intermediate concepts of databases using Microsoft Access. Students will learn how to apply these concepts to projects designed for the workplace. Students will be exposed to objectives tested on the Microsoft Office Specialist exam for MS Access. BIS 224 Concepts in Desktop Programming Prerequisistes: BIS 101 and NET 101 This course will expose students to programming logic and design without using a specific programming language. Students will learn how to take a business problem, conceptualize it, and apply good design practices to solve the problem. BIS 225 Introduction to Application Development Prerequisite: BIS 112 This is the first in a series of constructivist-based courses that begins to cover the concepts of application development, the process of building a computer system for business use. Project planning, business cases, and business requirements are covered in this class along with programming exercises in Visual Basic.NET. Upon completion of this class, a student will know the beginning phases of application development and have improved their VB.NET programming technique. The BIS 225 course replaces BIS 120 in the IT Application Programming with .NET Technology concentration (degree and certificate) prior to 2005-2006. BIS 245 Using VB.NET in Application Development I Prerequisite: BIS 225 This is the second in a series of constructivist-based courses in which students program an application development solution using Visual Basic.NET. Functional specifications, graphical user interfaces, and program design are covered in this course. Students will also learn more advanced VB.NET topics in this class. The BIS 245 course replaces BIS 220 in the IT Application Programming with .NET Technology concentration (degree and certificate) prior to 2005-2006. BIS 314 Word Processing Advanced Concepts Prerequisite: BIS 214 This course will expose students to advanced concepts of word processing using Microsoft Word. Students will learn how to apply these concepts to projects designed for the workplace. Students will be exposed to objectives tested on the Microsoft Office Specialist exam for MS Word. BIS 315 Spreadsheet Advanced Concepts Prerequisite: BIS 215 This course will expose students to advanced concepts of spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel. Students will learn how to apply these concepts to projects designed for the workplace. Students will be exposed to objectives tested on the Microsoft Office Specialist exam for MS Excel.

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BIS 316 Database Advanced Concepts Preqrequisitie: BIS 216 This course will expose students to advanced concepts of databases using Microsoft Access. Students will learn how to apply these concepts to projects designed for the workplace. Students will be exposed to objectives tested on the Microsoft Office Specialist exam for MS Access. BIS 317 Visual Basic for Applications (Formerly BIS 307) Prerequisites: BIS 210 and BIS 218 or BIS 210 and BIS 320 or BIS 314, BIS 315, BIS 316 and BIS 224 This course provides students with skills and knowledge for application development using the programming features of Microsoft Office. Specifically, students will be completing exercises using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Access. There are also concepts presented for Microsoft PowerPoint. Students will learn about the Visual Basic Editor, Object Models, Variables, and programming structures such as Case Statements, Do…Loop, For…Next and other statements. Students will use the Visual Basic for Applications programming language to create professional applications in a hands-on programming environment. The BIS 317 course replaces BIS 307 in all IT concentrations prior to 2005-2006. BIS 325 Using VB.NET in Application Development II Prerequisite: BIS 245 This is the third in a series of constructivist-based courses where students program an application development solution using Visual Basic.NET. Intermediate VB.NET programming details and techniques are covered in this course. The BIS 325 course replaces BIS 221 in the IT Application Programming with .NET Technology concentration (degree and certificate) prior to 2005-2006. BIS 330 JavaScript Programming (Formerly BIS 203) Prerequisites: BIS 201 and BIS 325 This course expands upon the knowledge gained in BIS 201 (Internet Concepts). Students will investigate further the development of Web pages, with an emphasis on the use of JavaScript programming. Some of the topics students will learn are how to create banners, rollovers, animations, slide shows, status bar messages, new windows, form validations, and random quotes using JavaScript. The BIS 330 course replaces BIS 203 in all IT concentrations prior to 2005-2006. BIS 335 Web Animation Prerequisite: BIS 330 This course is an introduction to the use of Macromedia's Flash, a leading software product for adding vector-based animations, sound, and interactivity to Web pages. Flash provides programs for drawing, animation sequencing, authoring, and publishing. Students will be introduced to the basics of animation. Some of the possible topics for discussion will be storyboarding, layout, character design, compression, pixilation techniques, streaming sound, and dealing with different browsers and connection rates. Students will design various animations.

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BIS 340 C++ Programming (Formerly BIS 311) Prerequisite: BIS 330 This course introduces and expands on the C++ programming language. Only a brief discussion of the object-oriented aspects will be covered. The language will be presented within the framework of the PC environment to take advantage of the simplified development (integrated editing and compiling) features of Microsoft's Visual C++ compiler. Students are preparing to work with C++ programming in a business environment. The BIS 340 course replaces BIS 311 in all IT concentrations prior to 2005-2006. BIS 345 Using ASP.NET in Application Development Prerequisites: BIS 201 and BIS 325 This is the fourth in a series of constructivist-based courses in which students program an application development solution using ASP.NET and VB.NET. ASP.NET concepts, programming details, and techniques are covered in this course. The BIS 345 course replaces BIS 320 in the IT Application Programming with .NET Technology concentration (degree and certificate) prior to 2005-2006. BIS 400 Project Management and Business Process Design Prerequisite: BIS 224 This course focuses upon skills needed for good business process design and project management. Students will learn Microsoft Project and Microsoft Visio software. They will use these programs to design and develop project process and project management plans to solve problems in the workplace. BIS 402 Systems Analysis and Design Prerequisite: BIS 400 A review of established and evolving methodologies for the development of business-related computer information systems will be studied. Students will be presented with the structured approach to the determination of system requirements, the development of system/programming specifications, and the implementation of a total information system. The role of systems analysts, computer programmers, and user personnel in the development, installation, and maintenance of a business system will be examined. BIS 403 Applied Systems Analysis Prerequisite: BIS 402 This course uses the systems development skills learned in the prerequisite course and applies them to a business problem. Students are organized into teams where a study is made of an existing business problem. Several presentations are made highlighting the proposed solution to the problem and a final system analysis report and presentation is made to management. The basic skills of the system analyst are discussed. BIS 405 Java Programming Prerequisite: BIS 340 This object-oriented Java programming language is widely used in developing Web site applications, as well as conventional applications. This course will cover topics in class definition, function overloading, methods, Java archive files, simple graphics, and the development of applets for Web pages.

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BIS 413 IT Capstone with a Concentration in Programming A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisite: BIS 402 The major objective of the capstone course is the successful completion of the capstone project. Each student is required to complete the project individually. The project should be the culmination of inquiry-based learning of earlier course work, broadening, deepening, and integrating the total academic experience of each student. The project should give the student an opportunity to integrate knowledge and skills learned from the variety of courses making up their chosen field of study. As such, it should emphasize how the student has developed the capacity to connect and synthesize knowledge. Students are encouraged to choose capstone topics that will benefit both themselves and their existing or potential employers. BIS 414 IT Capstone with a Concentration in Desktop Applications for Business A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisite: BIS 402 The major objective of the capstone course is the successful completion of the capstone project. Each student is required to complete the project individually. The project should be the culmination of the inquiry-based learning of earlier course work, broadening, deepening, and integrating the total academic experience of each student. The project should give the student an opportunity to integrate knowledge and skills learned from the variety of courses making up their chosen field of study. As such, it should emphasize how the student has developed the capacity to connect and synthesize knowledge. Students are encouraged to choose capstone topics that will benefit both themselves and their existing or potential employers. BIS 425 Using Databases in Application Development Prerequisite: BIS 345 This is the fifth in a series of constructivist-based courses in which students program an application development solution using ASP.NET and VB.NET. Testing and debugging concepts are covered as well as expanding the application development solution to include a sophisticated database. The BIS 425 course replaces BIS 321 in the IT Application Programming with .NET Technology concentration (degree and certificate) prior to 2005-2006. BIS 445 Using XML in Application Development Prerequisite: BIS 425 This is the sixth and final course in a series of constructivist-based courses in which students program an application development solution using ASP.NET and VB.NET. Rollout and system maintenance concepts are covered as well as expanding the application development solution to include XML, which allows developers to create their own customized tags and enables the transmission of business information between applications and organizations. The BIS 445 course replaces BIS 420 in the IT Application Programming with .NET Technology concentration (degree and certificate) prior to 2005-2006.

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COMMUNICATION (COM) COM 112 (Formerly COM 306) Effective Speech Communication This course provides study and practice in communication theory and presentational skills. Organization and development of ideas, diction, clarity of expression, and the interaction of verbal and non-verbal behavior are all emphasized. COM 202 Intercultural Communication Prerequisite: C or better in ENG 101 This course examines the concept of valuing differences. Course participants will develop skills in understanding and working with persons from backgrounds different from their own, including differences in work ethic, ethnicity, gender, age, socio-economic status, education, and sexual preference. COM 345 Advanced Communication Skills Prerequisite: two English and/or Communication classes, one of which must be ENG 101 This course is designed to refine and reinforce both oral and written communication skills appropriate for academic and professional settings. Requirements include, but are not limited to, oral presentations and written assignments particular to program majors. Knowledge of PowerPoint and research skills are also emphasized. Prior completion of BIS 109 and/or BIS 111 is strongly recommended.

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COOPERATIVE WORK EDUCATION (CWE) Students planning to take cooperative work education for their associate or bachelor’s degree must first take a series of preparatory workshops to prepare the student for the Co-op program. This prerequisite must be taken after 30 credits for the associate degree program and/or 90 credits for the bachelor’s program. All cooperative work experiences are optional. The supervised work experiences provide students with the opportunity to observe and participate in actual organizational processes in their area of special interest. A comprehensive work report is required of all students. Co-op experiences are either three or six credits. To participate in co-op, students must discuss it with their Program Advisor and the Facilitator of Career Development Services (CDS)/Cooperative Education. Students must typically hold a 2.0 GPA to participate in Co-op. Students who fall below the required GPA must obtain a waiver from CDS. Co-op experience is offered in the following majors:

Course Code Pre Co-op Workshop Days/Times Credits CWE 098 AT Pre Co-op Workshop – Tuesdays, 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm (associate) 0 CWE 099 BW Pre Co-op Workshop – Wednesdays, 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm (bachelor’s) 0 Course Code Cooperative Work Experience – 3 Credits Degree Credits CWE 104 A3 Business Administration / Management associate 3 CWE 105 A3 Business Administration / Accounting associate 3 CWE 106 A3 Business Administration / Marketing associate 3 CWE 116 A3 Paralegal Studies associate 3 CWE 117 A3 Information Technology / Networking associate 3 CWE 119 A3 Information Technology / Business Information Systems associate 3 CWE 120 A3 Information Technology / Technology Management associate 3 CWE 121 A3 Information Technology / Application Programming associate 3 CWE 122 A3 Information Technology / Application Programming with .NET Technology associate 3 CWE 123 A3 Information Technology / Network Security associate 3 CWE 124 A3 Information Technology / Desktop Applications for Business associate 3 CWE 125 A3 Information Technology / Programming and Application Development associate 3 CWE 304 A3 Business Administration / Management bachelor’s 3 CWE 305 A3 Business Administration / Accounting bachelor’s 3 CWE 306 A3 Business Administration / Marketing bachelor’s 3 CWE 310 A3 Business Administration / Business Law bachelor’s 3 CWE 317 A3 Information Technology / Networking bachelor’s 3 CWE 319 A3 Information Technology / Business Information Systems bachelor’s 3 CWE 320 A3 Information Technology / Technology Management bachelor’s 3 CWE 321 A3 Information Technology / Application Programming bachelor’s 3 CWE 322 A3 Information Technology / Application Programming with .NET Technology bachelor’s 3 CWE 323 A3 Information Technology / Network Security bachelor’s 3 CWE 324 A3 Information Technology / Desktop Applications for Business bachelor’s 3

Course Code Cooperative Work Experience – 6 Credits Degree Credits CWE 325 A3 Information Technology / Programming and Application Development bachelor’s 3 CWE 416 A6 Paralegal Studies bachelor’s 6 CWE 417 A6 Information Technology / Networking bachelor’s 6 CWE 419 A6 Information Technology / Business Information Systems bachelor’s 6 CWE 420 A6 Information Technology / Technology Management bachelor’s 6 CWE 421 A6 Information Technology / Application Programming bachelor’s 6 CWE 422 A6 Information Technology / Application Programming with .NET Technology bachelor’s 6 CWE 424 A6 Information Technology/ Desktop Applications for Business bachelor’s 6

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ECONOMICS (ECO) ECO 101 Macroeconomics Macroeconomics is a principles course that focuses on the aggregate economic variables of employment, output, and prices. The course serves as both an introduction to economics and as a survey of basic models of macroeconomic analysis. Topics include [1] an investigation of the nature, scope, and methodology of economics; [2] elementary models of supply, demand and comparative statics; [3] national income accounting; [4] the business cycle, employment, and price level determination; [5] fiscal policy; and [6] money and banking and monetary policy. ECO 102 Microeconomics Microeconomics is a principles course that focuses on the behavior of households and firms as economic agents. Topics include [1] a review of the basics, including the nature of the economics discipline, elementary models of supply and demand, and comparative statistics; [2] an extension of supply and demand analysis through price elasticity with applications; [3] the theory of consumer choice examined within the context of utility maximization; [4] the theory of the firm under perfect competition and pure monopoly; [5] resource pricing and input decisions are considered next; and [6] the microeconomic aspects of international trade. ECO 340 (Formerly ECO 203) International Economics Prerequisites: ECO 101 and ECO 102 with a C or better. MAT 102 and MAT 109 are recommended. This course introduces the student to an in depth study of international trade. This course helps students understand why nations trade and invest, the gains from trade and investment, and the magnitude of these activities. This course also includes issues of trade restriction, cost of protection, development of a model of foreign exchange markets, and the balance of payments. ECO 350 (Formerly ECO 302) Managerial Economics Prerequisites: ECO 101 and ECO 102 with a C or better. MAT 102, MAT 109, and MAT 210 are recommended. This course is concerned with the application of microeconomic theory to practical business applications. The course focuses on pricing, production, and resource allocation issues useful in decision making. Topics include demand, the theory of the firm production and costs, pricing decisions, economic forecasting, game theory, and the theory of risk. ENGLISH (ENG) ENG 095 English Prep for Business Administration, Information Technology, and Paralegal Studies A grade of C or better is required for this course. This English intensive course is a developmental course designed to improve the vocabulary, conversation, and academic skills of ESL learners enrolled in Business Administration, Information Technology, and Paralegal Studies degree programs. It is a one-credit course utilizing computer software, small class discussion, and tutorials to facilitate student success. ENG 095 is taken in conjunction with ENG 101 and a Communication course and is offered during fall and spring sessions. This course does not count toward graduation or toward the student’s grade point average.

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ENG 096 Communication Skills for English as a Second Language (ESL) A grade of C or better is required for this course. This developmental course is appropriate for ESL students who are studying temporarily in the United States, students who are currently seeking residency in the United States, and students who have already been naturalized. The course is designed for students needing to improve their English language skills, specifically for college-level studies. American English grammar is covered in detail. Key concepts in reading comprehension and composition are also examined. Verbal production skills are developed through the course’s emphasis on student participation and discussion. This course should only be taken by ESL students. This course does not count toward graduation or toward the student’s grade point average. ENG 101 English Composition A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisite: Fulfillment of all College entrance requirements. This composition course emphasizes clear, logical, and forceful expository writing. The emphasis is on planning, structuring, developing, and documenting essays. Readings, observations, and discussions provide students with a basis for writing about themselves and their world. Research techniques are also included. This course is required of all students. ENG 202 Introduction to Literature (Formerly Literature for Composition) Prerequisite: C or better in ENG 101 The course focuses on reading, discussing, and writing about significant works of literature through the genres of short fiction, drama, and poetry. The student will be expected to find, evaluate, and analyze information about the literature from a variety of sources. ENG 205 American Literature Prerequisite: C or better in ENG 101 This course is a survey of some of the most important literary trends in American literature, with an emphasis on the relation of literature to American history and culture. ENG 219 The Essential Shakespeare Prerequisite: C or better in ENG 101 This course will delve into Shakespeare’s tragedies, comedies, histories, and sonnets through examining these works with intensive class discussion, creative and expository writing, and dramatic presentation. Additionally, the course will explore the historical, political, and cultural influences that helped to shape many of Shakespeare’s plays and poems. Finally, the course will analyze why Shakespeare’s plays continue to be read for academic and personal fulfillment and performed both on stage and in film. ENG 330 (Formerly ENG 207) Contemporary Literature Prerequisite: C or better in ENG 101 This course examines the contemporary work (1970-present) of selected poets, fiction writers, and dramatists who have challenged established societal institutions such as sexuality, religion, and marriage. Students will be exposed to literary theory and will focus on major literary concepts such as aesthetic distance, art and morality, authenticity, and ambiguity. This course emphasizes discussion, debate, and written expression of themes, thematic devices, and critical analysis of the selected texts.

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FINANCE (FIN) FIN 201 Introduction to Finance A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisite: ACC 102 This course introduces the student to the major concepts and techniques of financial management. Emphasized are the time value of money, capital budgeting, financial statement analysis, financial forecasting, and short-term financial management. FIN 401 Financial Analysis A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisite: FIN 201 This course further develops the use of financial information for management decisions in the context of planning and controlling business enterprise. The importance of financial information to management decisions is emphasized. Financial institutions, investments, and management are included. HISTORY (HIS) HIS 105 United States History I This course provides a survey of trends in the United States from the age of Discovery/Exploration to the end of the Reconstruction period. The course stresses political developments and economic, social, intellectual, and cultural achievements. HIS 106 United States History II This course provides a survey of United States history from the Reconstruction to the Twentieth Century, from the Robber Baron period, to the settlement of the west, to present times. HIS 250 I (Formerly HIS 101) Global Cultures This course covers the important civilizations of the western and non-western world from early antiquity to 1500 A.D. The students will explore the contributions of Asians, Africans, and Europeans by examining cultural and religious attitudes, artistic achievements, socio-economic developments, and the growth of world trade. HIS 260 (Formerly HIS 102) Global Cultures II This course covers the important civilizations of the western and non-western world since the age of western exploration. Students will explore the contributions of Asians, Africans, Europeans, and Native Americans by examining cultural and religious attitudes, artistic achievements, socio-economic developments, and the expansion of world trade. The course will also include the spread of Marxism and the impact of western ideas on non-western nations.

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HIS 320 (Formerly HUM 220) African Civilizations A survey of Africa’s contributions to world history and civilizations from 5000 B.C. to 1800 A.D. An intensive analysis of the major issues in African civilizations is covered. HUMANITIES (HUM) HUM 105 World Religions This course explores the major religions of the world as a combination of concept, worship, tradition, socio-economic conditions, and environment. The perspective is one of intercultural appreciation and understanding. HUM 107 Introduction to Gender Issues This course examines the cultural, religious, socio-economic, and political forces that have shaped and defined gender issues historically. The students will explore such areas as marriage and the family, gender and race relations, identity and socialization, and work related issues. HUM 108 Introduction to the African American Experience This course is designed to give the student an introduction to the field of Pan-African studies. The course imparts the history, methodology, and relevance of Afrocentricity within academia and the workplace. Topics covered include an overview of African American history, economics, politics, religion, and family. The understanding of these various topics fosters better race relations in America and the world. HUM 225 Music and Art of the 20th Century This course will be an exciting exploration of music and art starting from 1940 through the millennium, focusing on music forms such as Blues, Jazz, Rock, R & B, Rap, and world music from diverse artists. Miles Davis will serve as central in discussions, as he was a direct influence on many of the musical forms mentioned above, as well as on the musicians discussed. Additionally, Davis had a great effect on the many art forms and artists looked at in conjunction with music, such as: Cubism (Picasso), Abstract-Expressionism (Romare Bearden, Jackson Pollock), Modern Art (Jean-Michel Basquiat, Andy Warhol). We will visit museums, art galleries, and different musical venues through virtual and physical field trips. INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS (INT) INT 101 Introduction to International Business and Cultures Prerequisite: MGT 101 This course introduces students to the complexities of doing business in the global marketplace. The role of the WTO, regional trade agreements, protectionism, and cultural and language differences are a few of the topics to be studied. In addition, the evolution of modern international trade theory, as well as the effect of floating exchange rates on multi-national corporations and trading nations, and balance of payments, will be examined.

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LAW (LAW) LAW 103 Business Law This course is a basic survey of the legal system as it applies to the legal environment of business. Emphasis in the course is placed on contract law, business forms and formation, the Uniform Commercial Code, and the working of court systems. LAW 113 (Formerly LAW 111 & PSC 104) Law in America This course provides an introduction to and overview of the American legal system. The student will also learn how the law affects individuals on a daily basis. Topic coverage will include the various sources of law, legal reasoning, the courts and dispute resolution, the legal profession, governmental power, individual rights, criminal wrongs, family relationships, civil wrongs, contracts, business relationships, and property. Upon completion of the course, the student will have a thorough understanding of the institutions and processes of the American legal system. The student will be able to distinguish civil law from criminal law, describe the litigation process and its objectives and goals, and will possess a basic knowledge of legal issues that most Americans face in their daily lives. LAW 115 Legal Research & Writing for Business Majors Prerequisite: ENG 101 This course provides an introduction for business law students to the field of legal research with an overview of the various legal sources and their uses. Students are exposed to the subject matter with a distinct business emphasis in order to prepare them for upper level classes. Through discussion, demonstration, and actual use of the materials in class, students are given hands-on training in the use of primary and secondary legal sources, including reported court decisions, constitutions, statutes, administrative regulations, ordinances, court rules, restatements, treatises, legal encyclopedias, and legal periodicals. Students also learn to use the various legal and non-legal finding tools such as digests, annotations, citators, annotated statutes, legal dictionaries and thesauruses, words & phrases, loose leaf services, and form books. Throughout the course, different methods of research will be demonstrated, including the use of computers. LAW 425 Business Law Special Topics Prerequisites: All LAW and PLG courses, MGT 402, MGT 403, and MGT 404 must be completed or concurrently enrolled in. The major objective of this course is the successful completion of a major bachelor’s level research project and resulting thesis. The topic of the thesis is related to the overall special topic identified by the professor for the course. The special topic will change based on current events and issues. Students are encouraged to choose project topics that will benefit both themselves and their existing or potential employers. Each student is required to complete their project individually, but they are guided through the project by the professor and feedback from their fellow students during the research and drafting process. The project gives students an opportunity to integrate lessons from the variety of completed courses into a coherent whole that demonstrates their knowledge of business law.

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MANAGEMENT (MGT) MGT 101 Introduction to Business This course provides an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the role of the American business system in a global, political, and economic perspective. Topics include the historical development of the American business system; comparison of economic philosophies; functions of management, marketing, finance, and organizational structure; governments’ intervention in business activity; the international business environment; and social responsibility. MGT 210 Applied Management Concepts A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisite: MGT 101 This course covers management theory and functions, leadership, decision making, organizations as systems, and organizational structure and design. The role of the manager as a planner, organizer, and director will also be discussed. MGT 303 Human Resource Management A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisite: MGT 101 This course involves a survey of the management function from the human resources perspective, with special emphasis on such personnel practices as recruitment, selection and training of staff, motivation and leadership, and performance appraisal. MGT 305 Concepts in Leadership Prerequisite: MGT 210 This course is an in-depth look at theories, issues, and characteristics associated with leadership. Issues related to assessing leadership effectiveness and followership behavior are explored. Environmental conditions which influence leadership styles and effectiveness are examined, as well as leadership attributes and skills. MGT 402 Business Ethics Prerequisite: MGT 303 Classic ethical and moral dilemmas and their applications within the business community will be discussed. A detailed examination of topical business issues and classical philosophies of ethics leads to an understanding of contemporary business ethics issues. MGT 403 Organizational Dynamics A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisite: MGT 210 This course studies the ways in which formal organizations function as unique cultures with their own norms, expectations of members, styles of leadership, organizational personalities, and ways of relating to those outside the organization. Special emphasis will be put on business organizations and workplace cultures.

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MGT 404 Operations Management A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisites: MGT 210 and MAT 210 The direction and control of processes that convert resources into goods and services will be studied. This course examines the broad areas of systems design, operation, and control. Operations management is the planning, control, and measuring of the progress of a project within the scope of a larger program body. As the global economy expands, these topics become increasingly important in the United States as we struggle to maintain our lead in productivity and competition. MGT 425 Management Special Topics A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisites: MGT 210, MGT 303, MGT 402, and MGT 403 The major objective of this course is the successful completion of a major bachelor’s level research project and resulting thesis. The topic of the project is related to the overall special topic selected by the professor for the current session of the course. The special topic will change based on current events and issues. Students are encouraged to choose project topics that will benefit both themselves and their present or future employers. Each student is required to complete the project individually, but will be guided through the process by the professor and from feedback from classmates. The project provides students with opportunity to integrate lessons learned from a variety of completed courses into a coherent whole that demonstrates solid knowledge of management. MGT 450 Policy and Strategy Formulation A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisites: ACC 102, ECO 102, FIN 401, MGT 403, MGT 404 This capstone course will integrate business knowledge and concepts for the purpose of policy making and strategy formulation. Students will develop a total organization approach to problem solving through case studies and a management simulation. As a requirement for the course, students will take a standardized test, the Major Field Test (MFT) in Business, to measure their academic achievement in the business curriculum. The MFT in Business contains 120 multiple-choice items designed to measure your ability in the following areas: accounting, economics, finance, law, management, marketing, and quantitative analysis. MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS (MIS) (Technology Management Courses) MIS 101 Introduction to Information Systems (IS) Prerequisite: None This course provides an introduction to the concepts and principles of information systems. Since most functional areas of today’s business rely heavily on information systems, an understanding of IS principles helps students in other course work and in preparation for real career opportunities. In addition, this course offers a solid overview of the entire IS discipline and gives a solid foundation for further study in advanced IS courses. Focus will be placed on presenting a core of IS principles that every IS student should be familiar with, as well as implementation of these principles through the use of real-world examples.

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MIS 202 Introduction to Network Operating Systems Prerequisite: NET 102 This course is a general introduction to networks and network (server) operating systems, their operation, and usage. All major network operating systems will be covered: Microsoft Windows, Novell Netware, and Linux. This is not a traditional technical course, but an overview, which will provide a basic understanding of the network components and the advantages and disadvantages of each network operating system. In line with the needs of Technology Management students, the course will focus on the similarities and differences between these operating systems and the reasons to choose one network operating system over another. MIS 205 Ethical Management of Information Technology (previously MIS 201) Prerequisite: MIS 101 Ethics are the rules or standards of good conduct for members of a profession. We read about business examples of poor ethical conduct in the news on a regular basis. This course is designed to educate current and future Information Technology (IT) professionals on the enormous impact that ethical and legal issues play in today’s information technology world. This course will give students the foundation they need to make sound decisions in difficult situations and to make a positive impact in the IT field. The MIS 205 course replaces MIS 201 in the IT Technology Management concentration prior to 2005-2006. MIS 301 Concepts in Information Systems Auditing Prerequisite: MIS 202 This course covers an introduction to the concepts of auditing within the Information Technology environment. Case studies will enhance student learning in the search for security holes in systems. Audit concepts of Information Systems will be discussed along with audit methods and principles. Audit schedules, programs, and managing an audit will also be discussed. MIS 302 Information Systems Project Management Prerequisite: MIS 201 This course focuses on the management process and applies it to managing Information Systems projects. During this course, a running case study following a project implementation provides a step-by-step analysis of the management process. Projects using Microsoft Project will allow students to practice hands-on what they are learning. After completing this course, students will have the fundamentals needed to assist them in the preparation of the PMI (Project Management Institute) Certification Exam. MIS 402 IT Capstone with a Concentration in Technology Management A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisites: MIS 301, MIS 302, MIS 401 This course integrates knowledge and skills acquired through the Technology Management concentration program. The major objective of this capstone course is the successful completion of an individual capstone project. The project should be the culmination of inquiry-based learning of earlier course work, broadening, deepening, and integrating the total academic experience of each student. The project gives students an opportunity to integrate knowledge and skills learned from the variety of courses making up their chosen field of study. As such, it should emphasize how the student has developed the capacity to connect and synthesize knowledge. Students are encouraged to choose capstone topics that will benefit both themselves and their existing or potential employers. This course will serve as a final outcomes assessment for the student’s concentration.

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MIS 404 Concepts in eBusiness Prerequisite: BIS 101 This course covers concepts in the emerging market of electronic commerce and electronic business (eBusiness). Real world examples will be used to explain technical and business aspects of this technology and their impact on traditional business models. The Internet will be used extensively to allow students to link the concepts in the text with real life situations. Business strategies, payment systems, emarketing, efulfillment, security, and legal issues of electronic business will also be studied. Students will research the different aspects of eBusiness and build a business plan for their own ecompany. Students should choose to take this course during the final year of studies due to the rigor of the work involved. MIS 405 Implementing Homeland Security Prerequisite: NET 310 This course is designed to show IT managers what they need to accomplish in order to implement new security policies developed by the Department of Homeland Security. A practical step-by step approach will be used to develop and implement an action plan that will include coordination with government and other private organizations, identifying critical infrastructures, security response systems, threat and vulnerability reduction programs and security awareness and training programs. The MIS 405 course replaces MIS 401 in the IT Technology Management concentration prior to 2005-2006. MARKETING (MKT) MKT 101 Introduction to Marketing A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisite: None This is a survey course that covers the evolution of marketing, the variables that enter into marketing management decision-making, and the impact of both controllable and uncontrollable factors in the environment. Emphasis is placed on the marketing mix: product, price, promotion, and distribution. MKT 201 Selling Strategies (Formerly Sales) Prerequisite: MKT 101 This course introduces the fundamentals of selling with emphasis on "one sale" selling and relationship selling. The steps in the selling process are examined, including ethics in selling, prospecting, analyzing buying motives, sales presentations, closing, follow-up, and service. MKT 202 Consumer Behavior Prerequisite: MKT 101 This course studies the consumer with applications for marketing strategy development. It explores the cultural, social, and psychological influences on consumers and the consumer decision process.

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MKT 204 Advertising Principles Prerequisite: MKT 101 This class explores concepts of mass communications in developing selected markets and audience appeal, along with the techniques, methods, and formats used to create persuasive messages and psychological appeals. In addition, students also compare various advertising and promotional media. Current government and industry regulations and truth-in-advertising, along with the special benefits of publicity, are also examined. MKT 208 Internet Marketing Prerequisite: MKT 101 Nothing has impacted the business world more in the past few years than the Internet. This course will examine the use of the Internet by firms as part of their marketing strategy. The integration of traditional bricks and mortar methods with Internet Marketing concepts will be explored. The seven-stage cycle of Internet Marketing will be discussed, as well as the developing necessity of adopting a successful Internet marketing strategy by small and large firms alike. The role of third-party Internet infrastructure facilitators will be examined. The student will have the ability to develop and create a successful Internet marketing plan by the end of the course. MKT 301 (Formerly MKT 205) Marketing Research Prerequisite: MKT 101 This class examines the most up-to-date business techniques and methods used to collect, record, analyze, and report marketing data and information and how this data is used in product planning and design, pricing policies, audience appeal, promotion policies, and the development of new marketing strategies and policies. MKT 305 (Formerly MKT 207) International Marketing Prerequisite: MKT 101 This is a course in marketing decision-making from a global perspective. Current multinational marketing policies and concepts involving both consumer and industrial market structures are examined. International channels of distribution, pricing policies, competitive strategies, and regulations are important components of this course. MKT 308 Customer Relationship Management Prerequisite: MKT 101 This course is devoted to developing and maintaining an integrated relationship with the organization’s most important asset, its customer. Topics include creating a customer relationship management (CRM) culture, building a CRM infrastructure, managing customer information, assessing customer lifetime value, managing the customer life cycle, and creating customer loyalty programs. Emphasis will be placed on devising a market intelligence system; understanding techniques of customer acquisition, retention, loyalty, and segmentation; identifying and satisfying unmet customer needs; and creating opportunities for cross selling. MKT 401 Marketing Management (Formerly Advanced Marketing Theory) Prerequisite: MKT 101 This course develops a deeper awareness of the institutions and methods employed in the marketing of goods and services. Such topics as marketing strategies, opportunity and environmental analysis, new product development, and pricing are discussed.

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MKT 425 Marketing Special Topics A grade of C or better is required for this course. The major objective of this course is the successful completion of a major bachelor’s level research project and resulting thesis. The topic of the thesis is related to the overall special topic identified by the professor for the course. The special topic will change based on current events and issues. Students are encouraged to choose project topics that will benefit both themselves and their existing or potential employers. Students are required to complete the project individually, but they are guided through the project by the professor and feedback from fellow students during the research and drafting process. The project gives students an opportunity to integrate lessons from the variety of completed courses that the student has completed into a coherent whole that demonstrates knowledge of marketing. MATHEMATICS (MAT) Students who may be planning to apply for graduate school should be aware that many graduate programs require applicants to take a standardized graduate entrance exam, which includes concepts and problems in algebra. MAT 101 Mathematics for Business and Finance Prerequisite: Fulfillment of all College entrance requirements. This course presents selected topics from business mathematics. The content begins with basic mathematical foundations and extends to business concepts that include such topics as payroll, simple and compound interest, investments, loans, and taxes. Concepts are interwoven with practical applications. MAT 102 College Algebra Prerequisite: Fulfillment of all College entrance requirements. Since a working knowledge of algebra is essential for success in higher mathematics courses, this course is designed to provide the student with a solid foundation in quantitative thinking. This is a course in real number algebra that focuses on operations and properties. Both abstract and practical problems are solved using algebraic methods. Topics covered: use of variables in equations, reading mathematical symbols, writing mathematical symbols to set up and solve equations and inequalities in real-life contexts, functional analysis, and both drawing and reading graphs. Most of the practical problems involve business situations. MAT 105 Probability and Statistics Prerequisite: Fulfillment of all College entrance requirements. Topics in discrete probability, Bayes' Rule, and Bernoulli trials will be presented. Topics in descriptive statistics such as measures of central tendency, expected value, and measures of dispersion will be covered. Content extends to probability distributions. MAT 109 Business Statistics I A grade of C or better is required for this course. In this course students witness how numbers are used to answer business questions, summarize data sets, and estimate unknown quantities. They learn how to organize raw data into tables and graphs, particularly histograms, and then how to interpret graphical displays and statistical analyses. Following an introduction to probability, students apply their knowledge to the Binomial distribution. They then progress to learning about continuous probability distributions, particularly the Normal Distribution. Additionally, students learn how to estimate parameters.

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MAT 210 Business Statistics II A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisite: MAT 109 This course focuses on inferential statistics and presents the logic and application of hypothesis testing, correlation, simple regression, and multivariate analysis. Although parametric statistics is the focus, an introduction to several nonparametric methods may be included. Building on their understanding of simple designs, students learn the basics of two of the main branches of multivariate methodology, namely multiple regression and analysis of variance. MAT 213 Calculus I A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisite: MAT 102 with a C or better. This course provides an introduction to calculus, especially as it applies to business, economics, and the sciences. Topics presented include limits and continuity, techniques of differentiation, and exponential and logarithmic functions. Indefinite and definite integrals may also be covered. Where possible, the computer will be used to enhance concept development. MAT 214 Calculus II Prerequisite: MAT 213 This course provides a continuation of the study of calculus, especially as it applies to business, economics, and the sciences. Topics presented include techniques of integration, multivariable differentiation and integration, and an introduction to volumes of rotation and differential equations. Where possible, the computer will be used to enhance concept development. MAT 230 (Formerly MAT 106) Symbolic Logic Prerequisite: Fulfillment of all College entrance requirements. This is a computer-enhanced course in deductive and inductive reasoning, that includes symbolic logic. Students learn how to analyze concepts and definitions as well as categorical, hypothetical, and disjunctive propositions. Emphasis is on the English language: its vocabulary, syntax, and semantics. Students learn to evaluate syllogisms and arguments by applying logical rules for validity and truth. Why this course is designated as a mathematics discipline is based on its symbolic and abstract nature. Symbols, expressed as letters, represent variables. Variables represent concepts, which are classes of things. Declarative statements, or propositions, consisting of several variables constitute abstractions, or generalizations, of numerous real-life sentences. Students apply the rules of logic, which resemble the rules of algebra, to analyze propositions, syllogisms, and arguments – the latter two of which embrace several related propositions. The organization of this course requires students to demonstrate competency in critical thinking, problem-solving, and self-directed learning. In addition, effective communication skills with the computer, the written word, and the spoken word are highly desirable. MAT 251 (Formerly MAT 301) Discrete Mathematics This course acquaints students with a variety of mathematical concepts and algorithms needed in the study of computer networks and computer programming. Topics include algorithmic efficiency, sets, relations, functions, mathematical induction, graphs, matrices, trees, network flows, combinatorics, logical gates, and proofs.

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NETWORKING (NET) NET 101 Introduction to Information Technology Prerequisite: None This is an introductory course for Information Technology (IT) majors. The material in this course will be the foundation for courses in the NET and MIS (Technology Management) degrees. Topics will include an overview of hardware and software systems, the Internet and network terminology, Information Systems, eBusiness, application programming, and database management concepts. NET 102 Data Communication Technologies Prerequisite: NET 101 or BIS 110 This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of data communications. Focus will be placed on hardware and software components for the implementation of transmission media, LANs, WANs, network interconnections, network management, protocols, and related technologies. This course will cover exam objectives related to CompTIA’s Network+ certification. After completing this course, students should be able to apply their understanding of data communication technologies to real-life “in the field” situations. NET 103 A+ Course I & II (6 credits) Prerequisite: NET 101 This course provides instruction and hands-on experience in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, upgrading, and repair of PCs and will cover exam objectives related to CompTIA’s A+ certification. Hardware coverage includes the system board, floppy drives, hard drives, memory, power supplies, and troubleshooting fundamentals. Software coverage includes installation and troubleshooting DOS and Windows. Students who enroll in this course will be required to provide the PC used to take the hands-on portion of the class. The cost of the PC will be in addition to the regular tuition and will vary from session to session. NET 104 Introduction to Network Security Prerequisite: NET 102 This course is designed to provide students with an introductory overview of network security. By the end of this course, students should have a basic understanding of the network security field and will be prepared for more advanced security topics in the Network Security concentration. Topics covered include general security concepts, data communication security, infrastructure security, and cryptography. The concepts presented in this course map to the exam objectives for CompTIA’s Security+ exam. NET 200 Windows Client Administration Prerequisite: NET 102 The main goal of this course is to provide students with a comprehensive overview of the features and functions of Microsoft Windows Professional. This includes a look at the configuration, management, and networking functionality of Windows in stand-alone as well as both large and small network environments. This is a performance-based course designed around the job-related tasks a support professional must perform using new or modified features in Windows Professional. While the text will provide background technical details, a hands-on instructional approach is also used to provide students with skills to perform network support tasks, such as installing, configuring, and maintaining Windows Professional. By the end of the course, students should have the ability to configure and support environments running Windows Professional, as well as the requisite knowledge to prepare for the associated Windows Microsoft certification exam.

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NET 204 Windows Server Administration Prerequisite: NET 200 This course provides an introduction to the core components of Microsoft Windows Server. While lectures will deliver background technical information on daily administration tasks, hands-on projects and instruction will provide students with skills needed to implement, configure, administer and troubleshoot Windows Server as a Domain Member in an Active Directory environment. This course will also introduce exam concepts covered in the Microsoft Windows Server exam. This is a performance-based course designed around job-related tasks a support professional must perform using new or modified features in the Windows Server. NET 210 Help Desk and Customer Support Concepts Prerequisite: NET 101 This course will explore the people, processes, technology, and information needed to run a successful help desk. Using real world computer support examples and case studies, students will learn how to support computer systems, software, and the customers who use them. Troubleshooting and customer service skills are emphasized throughout the course. Assigned research projects, using the Internet and other resources, allow students the opportunity to explore help desk problems and solutions encountered in industry. NET 211 Novell Administration Essentials Prerequisite: NET 102 This course provides an introduction to administrative tasks of a Novell NetWare network. Lectures will provide theory and background technical information. Hands-on projects and exercises will be used to provide students with skills they will need to perform basic Novell administrative functions. Students will learn utilities to configure users, security, Novell’s file system, NDS (Novell Directory Service), login scripts, server console commands, and monitoring utilities for the file server. After completing this course, students will have the fundamentals needed to assist them in preparation for the Novell industry standard exam for NetWare’s CNA certification. The NET 211 course replaces NET 201 in the IT Networking concentration prior to 2005-2006. NET 214 Operating Systems Security Prerequisite: NET 104 This course is designed to expand on basic network and operating system skills to include planning, implementation, and auditing system security. This course covers a variety of operating systems, including Windows client operating system, Windows server operating system, Linux, Novell NetWare, and Mac OS. Hands-on projects and case studies reinforce concepts and help students apply them to real world applications. NET 215 Introduction to Cryptography Prerequisite: NET 104 This course is designed to introduce students to the basics of cryptography. Cryptography is the foundation for all secure transactions between people and companies and is an important step in understanding advanced topics covered in later security courses. Topics covered include private and public key crypto methods, their strengths and weaknesses, key distribution and digital certificates. In addition, real world applications and crypto attacks are discussed. Students do not need a math or technical background for this class.

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NET 224 Wireless Network Security Prerequisite: NET 104 This course covers basic wireless network security including vulnerabilities, security options, and costs connected with implementing secure wireless networks. Topics covered include wireless WANs and LANs, Bluetooth, Voice Over IP, and wireless cryptography. NET 300 Linux Administration Prerequisite: NET 102 This course provides instruction and hands-on experiences in the installation, operation, troubleshooting, and administration of the Linux operating system for both workstations and servers. Focus will be on the Red Hat distribution with some discussion of alternate sources. After completing this course, students will have the fundamentals needed to assist them in the preparation for CompTIA’s industry standard Linux+ certification exam. NET 302 Linux Networking and Security Prerequisite: NET 300 This course is designed to provide students with hands-on experience in advanced Linux topics such as networking, administration and security. The first part of the class will cover network technologies and protocols, Linux network configuration, and Linux server applications. The second part of the class focuses on security issues related to Linux, including protection of business assets, user privacy, encryption, VPNs, and network troubleshooting utilities. NET 305 Configuring Active Directory Services Prerequisite: NET 204 Active Directory is the most valuable and complex feature of Windows, providing vastly improved new functionality for organizations of all sizes. Organizations that want to take advantage of the ease of administration and scalability that Windows provides will need a thorough understanding of how to implement Active Directory Services. After taking this hands-on course, students will be able to plan, design, install, configure, and administer a Windows Active Directory structure for an organization. NET 310 Information Systems Security Prerequisite: NET 104 or MIS 301 This course will explore the aspects of information system security. Using real world examples and case studies, students will learn how to secure systems using different operating systems. Students will investigate security holes in operating systems to learn how to make systems more secure from hackers. NET 351 Cisco CCNA 1 & 2 (6 credits) Prerequisite: NET 204 The CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) certification is the networking industry’s hottest certification today. This certification indicates a foundation in and apprentice knowledge of networking for the small to medium scale networks. Cisco certifications are recognized worldwide as critical to effectively managing, installing, and configuring different internetworking and Cisco technologies. This course covers the Cisco Academy standard topics for CCNA 1 & 2. During this rigorous and demanding course, students blend thorough preparation for the CCNA exam objectives with real-world, hands-on learning in basics of Ethernet, TCI/IP, network media, IP addressing, routing, basics of configuring routers, routing protocols, TCP/IP concepts, access lists, and network troubleshooting skills. The NET 351 course replaces NET 350 in the IT Networking concentration prior to 2005-2006.

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NET 352 Cisco CCNA 3 & 4 (6 credits) Prerequisite: NET 351 The CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) certification is the networking industry’s hottest certification today. This course is continuation of NET 351. This course covers the Cisco Academy standard topics for CCNA 3 & 4. During this rigorous and demanding course, students blend thorough preparation for the CCNA exam objectives with real-world, hands-on learning in basics of OSPF, basics of EIGRP, switch configuration, Spanning Tree, VLANs, ISDN, Frame Relay, PPP, and Emerging Technologies. After completing the NET 351 and NET 352 combination of courses, students will have fundamentals needed to assist them in the preparation for the Cisco’s industry standard exam for CCNA. The NET 352 course replaces NET 310 and NET 354 in the IT Networking concentration prior to 2005-2006. For continuity, NET 352 should be scheduled in the sessions immediately following NET 351. NET 354 (Formerly NET 320) Securing Networks with Firewalls Prerequisite: NET 310 During this course, students will get a comprehensive overview of building and maintaining firewalls in a business environment, including the skills to configure and manage fundamental implementations of Check Point’s flagship product, FireWall-1, as an enterprise level Internet security solution to protect corporate networks. In addition, students will get hands-on experience with packet filtering firewall and screening router, network addresses translation (NAT), Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), remote access, proxy cache server, and IP gateways. The material covered in this course maps to the exam objectives of Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) certification. NET 402 Implementing Windows Networking Prerequisite: NET 305 Windows improved networking infrastructure provides new functionality for enterprise networks and remote users. After taking this hands-on course, students will be able to install and configure Windows networking services to best meet the needs of an organization. Students will learn to implement secure communications across the network, to connect to NetWare, Macintosh, and Unix, support remote users, and centrally manage the Windows network. NET 403 Special Projects in Networking Prerequisite: NET 402 This course serves as an advanced study of networking. The concepts studied will be at the center of investigation and will reflect current network technology trends. Students in this course will have the unique opportunity to explore and research areas of networking that are not currently part of the curriculum. All work in the course will contribute to a better understanding of networks. NET 404 Network Defense and Countermeasures Prerequisite: NET 354 This course provides a solid foundation in network security fundamentals with an emphasis on intrusion detection. Students will learn which techniques deter attacks; how to detect intrusion attempts; how to identify vulnerabilities and take appropriate countermeasures; how to respond to break-ins; and how to assess the damage of an attack. Students will need a computer to practice the hands-on exercises and may need to download software to assist with these assignments. The material covered in this course maps to the exam objectives for the Security Certified Network Professional (SCNP) Certification.

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NET 405 Windows Network Security Prerequisite: NET 402 The newer version of Windows has a vastly different security infrastructure than Windows NT 4.0. Utilizing Kerberos authentication protocol, Public Key Infrastructure, and IPSec, Windows has much better security features than its predecessor and offers the potential for the security needed in a mission critical enterprise. Security and network professionals will need to learn all these new features in order to take advantage of Windows and be able to understand and protect against the security problems in the new OS. This course will teach students all they need to know to use the strengths of Windows and protect an organization from its weaknesses. NET 410 IT Capstone with a Concentration in Networking A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisite: NET 405 This course integrates knowledge and skills acquired through the entire degree program. Students in this course will follow a case study to design and implement a network for the case company. Students will be required to give an oral presentation based on a written proposal to the case company’s CEO (the course instructor). This course will serve as a final assessment of the program outcomes for the student’s concentration. NET 414 Computer Forensics Prerequisite: NET 404 This course provides students with a broad overview of digital investigations and data recovery techniques including acquiring and analyzing digital evidence. Data preservation and chain-of-evidence procedures are also discussed. This course covers exam objectives related to the International Association of Computer Investigation Specialists (IACIS) certification exam. NET 424 IT Capstone with a Concentration in Network Security A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisites: NET 354, NET 405 This course integrates knowledge and skills acquired through the entire degree program. Students in this course will follow a case study to design and implement a disaster recovery plan as defined in the text. Students will be required to give a presentation based on their own disaster recovery plan and to discuss their solution. This course will serve as a final assessment of the program outcomes for the Network Security concentration. PARALEGAL (PLG) PLG 100 Introduction to the Paralegal Profession This course provides an introduction to the concepts and topics that are essential to any student who continues the paralegal curriculum. The course provides an overview of key legal topics, which prepare the student for more in-depth coverage that occurs in the upper-level paralegal courses. Additionally, the course introduces the student to “typical” paralegal functions through the use of “hands-on” paralegal assignments.

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PLG 102 Legal Research This course provides an introduction to the field of legal research with an overview of the various legal sources and their uses. Through discussion, demonstration, and actual use of the materials in class, students are given hands-on training in the use of primary and secondary legal sources including reported court decisions, constitutions, statutes, administrative regulations, ordinances, court rules, restatements, treatises, legal encyclopedias, and legal periodicals. Students also learn to use various legal and non-legal finding tools, such as digests, annotations, citators, annotated statutes, legal dictionaries and thesauruses, Words & Phrases, loose-leaf services, and formbooks. Throughout the course, different methods of research will be demonstrated, including the use of computers. PLG 113 Legal Writing I Prerequisite: ENG 101 This course provides an introduction to legal writing. The course focuses heavily upon basic writing skills, grammar, punctuation, proofreading, and legal writing principles. Students will become familiar with legal writing principles through numerous writing assignments, completed both in and out of the classroom. Students will draft, revise, and critique various legal letters and internal memoranda. Course assignments will utilize legal research skills and proper legal citation format. Note taking and listening skills will also be developed through in-class exercises. PLG 117 (Formerly PLG 211) Civil Litigation Prerequisites: PLG 100, PLG 102, PLG 113 must be completed or concurrently enrolled in. This introductory course in civil litigation provides the student with an overview of the various tasks undertaken by paralegals in the federal and state court trial processes. Vocational skills related to preparing pleadings and discovery materials, as well as interviewing and correspondence skills, will be stressed. Since every lawsuit involves not only the facts of the case but also the law to be applied to those facts, the course will also review the basics of the major substantive areas most commonly found in legal actions, i.e., contracts, torts, and evidence. PLG 204 Family Law Prerequisite: All required 100 level concentration courses must be completed. This course provides students with a comprehensive look at family law practice. The course covers substantive as well as procedural aspects of such topics as marriage, divorce, support, alimony, custody, equitable distribution, and protection from abuse through the study of statutes, case law, and rules of civil procedure. Whenever possible, students apply their knowledge through “hands-on” paralegal assignments. PLG 205 Real Estate Law Prerequisite: All required 100 level concentration courses must be completed. This course provides students with an introduction to the field of property law with an emphasis on real estate transactions and the tasks performed by lawyers and paralegals in representing buyers and sellers in the transfer of real property interests. The course analyzes property law, including possession and ownership of property, surveys, encumbrances, easements and licenses, real estate contracts, deeds, financing, mortgages, title examination and title insurance, closings, leases, and ethical considerations for the real estate paralegal.

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PLG 206 Tort Law Prerequisite: All required 100 level concentration courses must be completed. This course provides a general overview of the purposes and procedures of tort law, the most commonly litigated torts, and the vocabulary unique to tort law. Students will review and become familiar with the torts of negligence, product liability, defamation, and invasion of privacy. PLG 207 Criminal Law Prerequisite: All required 100 level concentration courses must be completed. This introductory course in criminal law provides students with a basic understanding of the nature, purpose, principles, and doctrines of criminal law. The criminal justice process from arrest through trial, sentencing, and appeal is outlined with attention to the roles of the various participants. Emphasis is placed on preparing the student for the various tasks undertaken by the paralegal in criminal practice, such as preparing pleadings, motions to suppress evidence, and protecting the constitutional rights of the accused. Students learn about preliminary arraignment, bail, preliminary hearings, grand jury function, non-trial dispositions, trial, and post-trial proceedings. The juvenile justice process is studied. General principles of criminal liability are considered. Students learn about the material elements of substantive crimes and defenses. The constitutional rights of the accused are explored. PLG 208 Estate Law Prerequisite: All required 100 level concentration courses must be completed. This course provides an introduction to estate law with an overview of the various tasks undertaken by lawyers and their paralegals in the representation of an estate. The course analyzes state probate practice, including the grant of letters, probate of wills, duties following the grant of letters, the family exemption, election against a will, administration of real estate, handling of debts and claims against the estate, survival and abatement actions, inventory, state and federal estate and income taxes, accounting, distribution, and will contests. Students are given hands-on practice in dealing with estate administration through lectures, demonstrations, and individual and/or group projects that will require students to begin working with the language and forms common in the probate and administration of an estate. PLG 209 Business Organizations Prerequisite: All required 100 level concentration courses must be completed. This course provides an introduction to the area of corporate law with an overview of the various tasks undertaken by paralegals in organizing and subsequently representing corporations. Students learn about the variety of business formats (including sole proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations), professional and close corporations, the formation and dissolution of corporations, the qualification of corporations in foreign jurisdictions, amendment of Articles of Incorporation and By-Laws, corporate financial structure, fictitious names, mergers and consolidations, shareholders’ and directors’ meetings, employment and shareholders’ agreements, and corporate distributions. PLG 210 Bankruptcy Law Prerequisite: All required 100 level concentration courses must be completed. This course provides an introduction to the area of bankruptcy law with an overview of the various tasks undertaken by paralegals in handling bankruptcy matters. Students are familiarized with the federal Bankruptcy Code and Rules and are taught the practical aspects of preparing, filing, and handling a bankruptcy case from client interview through completion.

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PLG 213 Legal Writing II Prerequisite: All required 100 level concentration courses must be completed. This course builds on the Legal Writing I and Legal Research courses with emphasis on the following: case briefs, legal memoranda, briefs, pleadings, and discovery. Students are expected to know the basic principles of grammar, punctuation, and legal writing and legal citation format. Writing and research skills will be developed through numerous writing assignments to be completed both in and out of the classroom. PLG 215 Professional Legal Responsibility Prerequisite: All required 100 level concentration courses must be completed. This course provides an in-depth look at the Rules of Professional Responsibility. Students will review the rules, case applications of the rules, and related professional conduct forms and procedures. Students will learn to identify situations in which the rules apply and formulate strategies to insure the rules are not violated. PLG 219 Legal Technology Prerequisites: BIS 101, BIS 111, and all required 100 level concentration courses must be completed. This course will introduce students to legal technologies that are increasingly integrated into legal practice at all levels and in all legal disciplines today. Students will be exposed to versions of Westlaw Campus© and Lexis (Academic Universe) © legal databases. Students will develop a clear understanding of how these databases are utilized through practical application projects. Students also receive instruction concerning next-generation electronic filing and information tools such as the federal PACER system and state and local electronic filing and docket systems. Students will also be introduced to concepts and theories behind the creation, employment, and management of litigation support databases, and they will become familiar with the most commonly used litigation database programs. In addition, students will learn the basics of some commonly used software particular to certain areas of legal practice, including bankruptcy and estate/tax practice. PLG 220 Associate in Science Paralegal Studies Capstone Course Prerequisite: All required 100 level concentration courses must be completed. This course is designed to provide students with a similar experience to the cooperative work-study program. Students will investigate job opportunities available for paralegal associate degree graduates. Students will assess their individual strengths, weaknesses, and career goals. Students will select a particular type of work situation for which they will be well suited. Students will then identify and research business and/or organizations that may hire individuals who possess skills similar to theirs. Students will write business letters to the business to obtain informational interviews, network with paralegals who are experienced in that particular business, and spend a day in the business. PLG 306 Employment Law Prerequisite: All required 100 level concentration courses must be completed. This course provides an overview of laws that regulate and control the employer/employee relationship. The course will begin with a brief history of the evolution of the employer/employee relationship. The course will examine the most frequently litigated areas of the employer/employee relationship: labor law, discrimination law, privacy in the workplace, sexual harassment, and workplace safety. Students will interview individuals who work in employment law and present their findings to the class.

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PLG 307 Advanced Criminal Law Prerequisites: PLG 207 and all required 100 level concentration courses must be completed. This course will build on the required Criminal Law course. It will include a detailed discussion of criminal law statutes. In addition, students will be exposed to many aspects of a criminal law case, including the paralegal’s duties with other attorneys in the case, prosecutors and police, the client, and correctional agencies. Students will be exposed to actual proceedings of the criminal justice system including the pre-trial stage, lineups, trial, and any other relevant procedures. Students should have a working knowledge of the Bill of Rights of the U.S. Constitution, and, in particular, how it relates to the rights of the accused. PLG 308 Workers Compensation Prerequisite: All required 100 level concentration courses must be completed. This course provides students with a “nuts and bolts” introduction to Workers Compensation practice with an emphasis on the role of the paralegal. Real scenarios will be used as well as class discussion and practice procedures. Students will learn fundamentals of the Workers Compensation Act, including injury, notice, course and scope of employment, insurance coverage, basic medical terminology, and disability issues. PLG 315 (Formerly PLG 214) Advanced Legal Research Prerequisites: All required 100 level concentration courses and PLG 219 must be completed. This course provides students with intensive training in legal research. The course begins with a review of the information students are assumed to be familiar with from Legal Research. The course covers the organization and hierarchy of the different legal authorities. Students will gain a clear understanding of how each legal authority assists in the research process. Students also receive advanced instruction on the use of computerized legal research tools, such as Internet searches, Westlaw, and LEXIS/NEXIS. PLG 417 Contracts Law Prerequisite: All required 100 level concentration courses must be completed. This course focuses on laws that regulate and enforce contracts. Students will become familiar with the requirements for a legally enforceable contract and the arguments most commonly used to nullify a contract. Students will perform research using commonly available contract formbooks and case law. Students will write specific sections of contracts as those sections are covered in class and then write a complete contract and an analysis of said contract for their final project. PLG 418 Real Estate Settlement Procedures Prerequisite: PLG 205 and all required 100 level concentration courses must be completed. This course provides students with detailed discussion of the real estate settlement process. Emphasis will be on various statutes relevant to this process including RESPA, Truth in Lending, and other relevant statutes. The student will be exposed to all aspects of a settlement, including preparation of a “settlement sheet,” and, if possible, will attend an actual real estate settlement. Students will also be exposed to technicalities of reading and removing objections to real estate title and the meaning of common objections. PLG 419 Intellectual Property Prerequisite: All required 100 level concentration courses must be completed. This course focuses on laws, concepts, and theories of intellectual property. Students will become familiar with legal concepts that underlie patents, trademarks, and copyright. Students will learn methods used to research various intellectual property questions and will become familiar with the forms most commonly employed in intellectual property.

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PLG 420 Bachelor of Science Paralegal Studies Degree Capstone Course A grade of C or better is required for this course. Prerequisite: all PLG courses required for the bachelor’s degree must be either completed or concurrently enrolled in. This six-credit course is designed to pull together the skills and knowledge students have obtained from the PLG courses required for the bachelor’s degree. Students will be divided into teams. Each team will create a law office. Each team will decide what form their office (partnership, corporation…) will take and explain that decision in a paper. Once the offices are formed, each team will be assigned a client and will be responsible for representation of that client. Students will develop fee agreements, letters of representation, billing procedures, budgets, and litigation plans. Students will meet with calendar judges, interview witnesses, and research and investigate their client’s case. The course will conclude with students performing a mock trial. PEIRCE NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION (PRC) PRC 101 Peirce College 101 Peirce College 101 is a one credit online course required of all students new to Peirce College. This online course is designed to help new students adjust to college study and establish skills that will assist them in being successful at Peirce College. Peirce College 101 must be successfully completed within the first 14 weeks of enrollment in order to continue at the College. The course does not satisfy course requirements for any degree program. Students must earn a P or pass in this course. POLITICAL SCIENCE (PSC) PSC 101 Introduction to American Government This course introduces students to American government and politics, emphasizing constitutional development, political development, civil rights, political parties, pressure groups, and contemporary issues. PSC 255 (Formerly PSC 102) Politics of Industrializing Countries This course focuses on the government and politics of the industrializing nations of Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe. Students will examine problems and issues facing these countries in their search for appropriate strategies and models of development. PSC 301 (Formerly PSC 201) Comparative Government This course provides a comparative analysis of contemporary political institutions, parties, and processes in both western and non-western countries. Students will also explore how religion and culture impact on governmental systems. PSYCHOLOGY (PSY) PSY 101 The Organization and the Individual This is an introductory course to the basic principles and theories of psychology. There will be emphasis on application and understanding of this information as it relates to us as individuals, members of the workforce, and members of society.

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SCIENCE (SCI) SCI 109 General Physics This course presents a conceptual approach to the study of matter and energy in our universe. Physical principles are explored through readings, discussions, and computer simulations. A term project linking electronics to the personal computer is a requirement. SCI 220 The Physical World Because knowledge and understanding of our planet is critical to our social well-being and vital to our survival, this course introduces the student to the interrelated systems of the earth: astronomy, geology, oceanography, and meteorology. The course develops an awareness of the scientific principles that influence our planet, its rocks, mountains, atmosphere, and oceans. Students having little background in science can gain meaningful, non-technical basic earth science principles and concepts. SCI 240 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology This course presents a detailed study of the structure and function of the human body and has been designed for students with a limited background in the sciences. Focus is on anatomical terminology, the names of major body areas, and a brief overview of functions that must be performed to sustain life. Chemistry, cells, and tissues are studied. The study of organ systems begins with the largest organ, the skin, and progresses to an overview of the major systems of the human body and to the terminologies associated with them. SCI 330 (Formerly SCI 210) Environmental Science This course focuses on topics such as global warming, alternate energy sources, nutrition, recycling, and environmental toxicology and uses principles of chemistry to support their understanding. The human impact on ecosystems and resource use along with the impact of ethics, economics, and politics on environmental decisions will also be explored. SOCIOLOGY (SOC) SOC 101 General Sociology This course introduces students to the nature of sociological thought and analysis. The course explores the fundamental concepts of human relationships, including class and mobility in America, American minorities, the family, religion, education, and law. SOC 240 (Formerly SOC 102) Sociology of Behavior and Illness This course provides a study of the relationship between social factors and health, interaction between practitioners and patients, and impact of the health care delivery system on the individual’s ability to adapt.

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Peirce College Full-Time Faculty

Bill Baig (2000) Assistant Professor, Information Technology B.A., Temple University M.S., Capitol College Cisco Certified Network Associate Microsoft Certified System Engineer Master Certified Network Engineer Certified Technical Trainer Microsoft Certified Trainer Justine C. Baker (1999) Associate Professor, Mathematics A.B., Immaculata College M.A.T.M., Villanova University M.S. in Ed., University of Pennsylvania Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania Glenn D. Barnes (2005) Assistant Professor, Paralegal Studies B.A., Cornell University J.D., Suffolk University Law School Leola Bennett (1974) Associate Professor, Accounting B.S., University of Delaware M.A., LaSalle University Michael Bentil (1998) Assistant Professor, Accounting and Finance B.A., Morehouse College M.B.A., Philadelphia College of Textiles and Science D.B.A., University of Sarasota Willie C. Brown (1976) Professor, Business Administration/Management B.S., Temple University M.S., Wilmington College M.A., Temple University Ph.D., Temple University Linda Currie (2004) Assistant Professor B.S.E.D., Shippensburg University M.S., Shippensburg University Gale DiGiacomo (1978) Associate Professor, Accounting and Finance B.S., Bloomsburg University M.Ed., Bloomsburg University

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Robyn Edelstein (1998) Professor, General Education B.A., Pennsylvania State University M.A., Beaver College M.F.A., Sarah Lawrence College Beverly Elliott (1971) Professor and Program Manager, General Education B.A., Wheaton College M.A., Western Michigan University Ph.D., Temple University Rosemary Fadden (1973) Professor, General Education A.A., Peirce College B.A., Pennsylvania State University M.A. Pennsylvania State University Joseph S. Falzone (1978) Professor, Economics B.A., Franklin & Marshall College M.A.T., The College of New Jersey Ph.D., Temple University Mara Flamm (1999) Assistant Professor, General Education B.A., University of Maryland M.A., Columbia University Charlene Glenn (2000) Assistant Professor, Business Administration/Management ACBSP Facilitator B.S., Widener University M.S., Villanova University Ed.D, St. Joseph’s University Marie Gould (2002) Assistant Professor and Program Manager, Business Administration B.A., Wellesley College M.S., Pennsylvania State University Ph.D. (candidate), Capella University Brian J. Halsey (2000) Professor, Paralegal Studies B.A., Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania J.D., Widener University School of Law LL.M., Villanova University School of Law

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Brian H. Healy (2001) Associate Professor, Information Technology B.A., State University of New York M.S., University of Pennsylvania M.B.A., University of Delaware Systems, Applications, and Products (SAP) Certified Toboulayefa D. Houessou-Adin (1994) Associate Professor, General Education B.A., College of Wooster M.A., Ohio University Ph.D., Temple University Edwin B. Miller (2000) Associate Professor and Program Manager, Paralegal Studies B.A., Temple University J.D., Villanova University Darrell Neron (1997) Associate Professor, Business Administration B.S., Rowan University M.B.A., Drexel University D.B.A. (candidate), Argosy University of Sarasota Denise Padavano (1998) Associate Professor and Program Manager, Information Technology B.S., Montclair State University M.S., Nova Southeastern University Ed.D. (candidate), Nova Southeastern University Certified Novell Administrator Certified Novell Engineer IC3 Certified Microsoft Office Specialist Richard Patterson (1999) Assistant Professor, Information Technology B.S., Widener University M.S., Engineering, Widener University M.S., Education, Widener University Certificate, Webmaster, Penn State University Certified HTML Programmer Certified JavaScript Programmer Sheila K. Perkins (2001) Assistant Professor, Business Administration/Management B.A., Antioch University M.A., Antioch University

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Fred Poellnitz (1999) Associate Professor, Business Administration B.S., University of Pittsburgh M.S., New York University M.B.A., Harvard University Ed.D. (candidate), Wilmington College Brooke Quigg (1975) Associate Professor, Marketing A.S., Peirce College B.S., Philadelphia College of Textiles and Science M.B.A., Lehigh University D.B.A. (candidate), Argosy University of Sarasota Carol Sherman (2005) Assistant Professor, Paralegal Studies B.A., State University of New York at Binghamton J.D., Temple University Brian Stokes (2001) Assistant Professor, Information Technology A.A., Golden West College B.A., California State University, Long Beach M.S., Nova Southeastern University Microsoft Certified System Engineer A+ Certification Network+ Certification Microsoft Certified Trainer Certified Technical Trainer James Tobin (1965) Professor, Business Administration/Management and General Education B.A., Villanova University M.Ed., Temple University

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