Courses

An introduction to the practice of geographic research. The course takes a comprehensive approach to the research process in geography, including the development and formulation of research questions, the role of academic literature, identifying and working with relevant data sources, the application of qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection and analysis, and written and oral presentation of research findings.

An introduction to GIS, mapping and geospatial sciences. Topics include introductory GIS, map projections, land partitioning systems, map reading, map analysis, GPS, map making, aerial photography, and remote sensing. This course will guide students to GIS, mapping sciences and emerging geospatial technologies.

Examination of global issues, the individual's role in the global society and the events that shape our world. Topics and themes include global issues such as food and population, the spread of disease, human rights, sustainable development, empowerment of women, indigenous peoples, causes of poverty, ecological degradation and migration. The course may include a field trip. Satisfies Area E of the core.

This course provides an introduction to financial reporting and accounting principles for state/local governments and nonprofit entities.

This course introduces a grouping of fundamental principles, practices, and issues common in the health care profession. In addition to the essential skills, students explore various delivery systems and related issues. Topics include: basic life support/CPR, basic emergency care/first aid and triage, vital signs, infection control/blood and air-borne pathogens.

Course emphasizes the fundamentals of accounting and finance theory to decisions in healthcare environments. Emphasis on management problems and policy issues regarding allocation of resources, payment systems, capital investments, and budgeting.

This course will prepare the registered nurse for the professional role of caring for individuals, families, communities and populations in community and public health environments. Emphasis is placed on health promotion, disease prevention and risk reduction of population-based health problems, and consideration given to populations experiencing chronic health problems being cared for in the home and community setting. Corequisites: NURS 4506

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Emphasizes essential beginning skills for introductory health informatics practice. This course presents the past, present, and future of this rapidly evolving discipline, and explore the critical issues and challenges within the field as well as potential applications, benefits, and opportunities

This course gives students the opportunity to develop and exercise intermediate and advanced reading, writing, and analytical skills in Spanish through the study of Hispanic literature. Students learn to analyze texts in a variety of genres including narrative, poetry, and theater. Texts are selected from historical and geographical contexts ranging across the Hispanic world.