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Spring 2020
384 SPRING 2020 courses found.
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| ABUS F101 (33397) | Principles of Accounting I | Andreas Anger | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
 25% OFF: Accounting concepts and procedures for service businesses and for merchandising businesses owned by a single proprietor. A preparer's approach emphasizes the use of debits and credits to account for the details of business transactions. COURSE DETAILS
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| ABUS F101 (33398) | Principles of Accounting I | Andreas Anger | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: Accounting concepts and procedures for service businesses and for merchandising businesses owned by a single proprietor. A preparer's approach emphasizes the use of debits and credits to account for the details of business transactions. COURSE DETAILS
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| ABUS F102A (33399) | Keyboarding: Touch Typing | Kimberly Pihlaja | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: Instruction in the mastery of alphabetic keyboard touch typing, skill building and document formatting. Skills mastered can be applied to typewriters, CRTs, computer terminals, or other equipment with a keyboard. May be repeated twice for credit. COURSE DETAILS
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| ABUS F102B (33400) | Keyboarding: Skill Building | Kimberly Pihlaja | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Instruction in the mastery of alphabetic keyboard touch typing, skill building and document formatting. Skills mastered can be applied to typewriters, CRTs, computer terminals, or other equipment with a keyboard. May be repeated twice for credit. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ABUS F102C (33401) | Keyboarding: Document Formttng | Kimberly Pihlaja | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: Instruction in the mastery of alphabetic keyboard touch typing, skill building and document formatting. Skills mastered can be applied to typewriters, CRTs, computer terminals, or other equipment with a keyboard. May be repeated twice for credit. COURSE DETAILS
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| ABUS F116 (33402) | Using 10-Key Calculators | Kimberly Pihlaja | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Using the efficient 10-key touch method to solve business problems on a calculator. Emphasis is placed on developing occupational proficiency in the use of calculating machines for initial job placement. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ABUS F134 (33403) | Alphabetic Filing | Kimberly Pihlaja | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Mastery and use of ARMA filing rules as they apply to alphabetic, subject, numeric and geographic filing. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ABUS F141 (33404) | Payroll Accounting | Kelly Ward | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: Payroll records and laws. Methods to compile and calculate payroll information, earnings, deductions and net wages. City, state and federal tax report forms. For payroll personnel. COURSE DETAILS
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| ABUS F154 (33405) | Human Relations | Sandra McGill | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
25% OFF: Quality Matters Certified Course:  Attitudes, self-concepts, personal communication styles, motivation, interactions, positive reinforcements, team building and leadership development. COURSE DETAILS
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| ABUS F155 (33406) | Business Math | Evelyn Heusinkveld | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: Review of basic math computation skills applied to various business areas. Emphasis on applications. COURSE DETAILS
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| ABUS F158 (36307) | Introduction to Tourism | Linda Nicklin | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An overview of components, concepts and issues in tourism and hospitality. Introduces a broad range of topics, including the history and impacts of tourism, marketing, planning, customer service, and career and business development, with a focus on Alaska and British Columbia, Canada. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ABUS F160 (33407) | Principles of Banking | Ryan Smith | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: Banking in today's economy. Language and documents of banking, check processing, teller functions, deposits, credit and payment functions, loans, investments, trust, the Federal Reserve System and other regulatory agencies. COURSE DETAILS
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| ABUS F161 (33408) | Personal and Business Finance | Andreas Anger | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: Explores the management of personal and family finances, including financial planning, budgeting, time value of money, consumer buying, personal credit, savings and investment, home ownership and mortgages, insurance, estate planning, retirement, consumer fraud, and laws. COURSE DETAILS
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| ABUS F170 (33409) | Business English | Evelyn Heusinkveld | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: Comprehensive review of grammar, punctuation, capitalization and spelling, with emphasis on business and office occupations. COURSE DETAILS
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| ABUS F175 (33410) | Customer Service | Mary Anderson | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: Presents customer service as integral to business success. Preparation for effective interaction with customers. Includes trends, interpretation of trends and development of fundamental skills necessary to achieve excellence. COURSE DETAILS
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| ABUS F179 (33411) | Fundamentals of Supervision | Sandra McGill | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: Effective supervisory concepts including planning, organizing and staffing functions. Communicating and delegating effectively, morale, productivity, decision making, positive position discipline and performance goals development. COURSE DETAILS
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| ABUS F182 (33412) | Office Procedures | Kimberly Pihlaja | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: Duties and responsibilities of general office employees including filing, processing mail, telephone communication, meeting the public, office supplies, banking, employment procedures and grooming. COURSE DETAILS
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| ABUS F183 (37159) | Professinl Skills for Job Hunt | Cassandra Ferree | 2020-03-02 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: Practical information necessary to help students choose meaningful employment as well as build their own employment portfolio. Materials used will allow students to learn more about themselves, engage in personal assessment and learn how this information relates to different careers. Students will complete target resumes, cover letters, follow-up letters, applications, job search strategies, mock job interviews and a professional portfolio. This class is designed for students embarking into the job market. COURSE DETAILS
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| ABUS F201 (33413) | Principles of Accounting II | Andreas Anger | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: Introduction to accounting concepts and procedures for a business. Emphasis is on the accounting cycle and the recording, summarizing and interpretation of accounting data. COURSE DETAILS
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| ABUS F202 (33414) | Principles of Accounting III | Kelly Ward | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Continuation of elementary accounting concepts and procedures with the introduction of cost accounting principles for manufacturing and service operations. Job order costing, process costing, cost-volume profit, budgeting and variances are introduced. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ABUS F210 (33415) | Income Tax | Jennifer Young | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Income tax fundamentals. Includes how to complete basic income tax forms/schedules for individuals and small business owners. Covers taxable income, deductions, credits, exemptions, computation, record keeping methods, new tax laws and strategies to reduce taxes. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ABUS F220 (33416) | Microcomputer Acct:Quickbooks | Jennifer Schumacher | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: Basic microcomputer principles. Includes entering transactions, analyzing results, correcting errors and organizing business finances. QuickBooks is a widely used accounting software application. COURSE DETAILS
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| ABUS F232 (33417) | Contemporary Management Issues | Carrie Santoro | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: Management functions, including planning, organizing, staffing, directing and controlling, human aspects of management, and decision making. COURSE DETAILS
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| ABUS F241 (33418) | Applied Business Law I | Jennifer Young | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Legal aspects of business problems. Principles, institutions and administration of law in contracts, agency, employment, personal sales and property ownership. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ABUS F260 (33419) | Marketing Practices | Alexis Amstutz | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Designed to give students a real-world view of basic marketing principles and practices. Emphasizes planning strategy and application of marketing concepts in analysis of case studies. Examines nature of marketing and its environment, selecting target markets and developing a market mix: product, price, promotion and distribution. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ABUS F264 (33421) | Filing/Records Management | Kimberly Pihlaja | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Instruction in basic alphabetic storage with filing rules and cross-referencing and procedures for retrieving records manually. Includes adaptations of the alphabetic storage method including geographic, numeric and subject; storing and retrieving special records (card files, visible records, microrecords); organization and operation of records management programs and control of records systems. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ABUS F265 (34957) | Seminar in Applied Marketing | Ruth Gastineau | 2020-02-03 to 2020-03-30 |
| Analysis of the managerial relevance of current issues in marketing as found in the professional and/or popular marketing literature. A historical perspective will be provided through classic readings from the literature. Students will be expected to read, analyze and discuss assigned readings in a seminar atmosphere with a view toward understanding the rationale of applied marketing management practices such as theory, marketing mix and ethics. The relation and role of marketing, relative to other functional areas of the firm, will be explored. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ABUS F271 (33422) | Business Communications | Scott McCrea | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: Composition and evaluation of various kinds of common communications between a business person and associates, customers and dealers. Included are interoffice memos, letters, reports and oral communications. COURSE DETAILS
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| ABUS F273 (33423) | Managing Small Business | Mark Young | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Entrepreneurship and management, starting a new business, buying an existing business or franchise. Managing, marketing, staffing, financing, budgeting, pricing, operational analysis and controls. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ABUS F274 (33424) | Business in the Digital World | Cassandra Ferree | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Exploration of trends in internet commerce, websites, social media and digital advertisement. Analysis of the elements needed to build and manage a successful e-commerce or small business. Website planning and creation include information design, navigation design and site presentation. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ACCT F261X (33426) | Princ of Financial Accounting | Alyssa Klaameyer | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| During this course we will study accounting from two different methodical approaches: the preparer approach (i.e. a look at how an accounting system is created to record, process and report accounting information) and the user approach (i.e. a look at how various people use the information generated by accountants). Furthermore, this course will study accounting theories to include: historical foundations, the verification of accounting practices and the framework development that governs the field currently. Finally, this course will study the role of accounting in society, how collected accounting data and information can be managed and the related ethical considerations. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ACCT F262 (33427) | Princ of Managerial Accounting | Satya Moehlin | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Study of the generation and analysis of accounting information and its uses by managers as they engage in planning, control and decision-making activities in business and non-business organizations. Topics include product costing, cost-volume-profit analysis, relevant costs for decision-making and capital budget decisions. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ACCT F271 (33428) | Fiscal Mngmnt for EM Operation | David Tise | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course is about accounting for public organizations such as fire, police and similar functions of local governments. Accounting is an essential function in all organizations. This course is from a user's perspective-- understanding accounting reports rather than preparing them. The major topics covered include: understanding financial reports, budgeting preparation, governmental accounting basics, grant writing and management and ethics. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ACCT F361 (33429) | Intermediate Accounting I | Satya Moehlin | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Discussions of financial accounting topics from the perspective of both accounting practice and theory. Working capital and fixed asset accounts are emphasized. Ethical and international accounting issues are emphasized throughout the sequence. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ACCT F362 (33430) | Intermediate Accounting II | Margaret Hernandez | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Discussion of financial accounting topics from the perspective of both accounting practice and theory. Long-term liabilities and stockholders equity are emphasized. Ethical and international accounting issues are emphasized throughout. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ACCT F414 (33431) | Government & Nonprofit Acct | Howard Sparks | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Accounting for governmental units, public schools, colleges and universities, health care providers, voluntary health and welfare organizations and other nonprofit organizations. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ACCT F452 (36317) | Auditing | Satya Moehlin | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Introduction to the professional standards and procedures applicable to an auditor's examination of financial statements. Compliance and Operational auditing, ethical and legal responsibilities, and international auditing issues emphasized. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ACNS F647 (36359) | U.S. Environmental Politics | Chanda Meek | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| U.S. political institutions as they relate to making policies for protecting the quality of the natural environment. The politics of nuclear waste, endangered species, air and water pollution, and wilderness preservation. Analysis of the National Environmental Policy Act, sustainable development, limits to growth and other topics. Course is also available online. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ACNS F683 (36360) | 20th Cent Circumpolar History | Philip Wight | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| A comparative history of the circumpolar North, including Alaska, Siberia, Scandinavia, Greenland and Canada. Focus on social, economic, political and environmental issues of the 20th century, such as exploration, aboriginal land claims, subsistence, military strategy, transportation, oil development, Arctic haze and scientific research in the Arctic. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| AIS F101 (33434) | Effective Pers Computer Use | Alba Prato | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Using and understanding advanced computing software applications. Course develops conceptual and practical knowledge of advanced presentation/communications software, database programs and operating systems. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| AIS F101 (33435) | Effective Pers Computer Use | Francine Davis | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Using and understanding advanced computing software applications. Course develops conceptual and practical knowledge of advanced presentation/communications software, database programs and operating systems. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| AIS F310 (33436) | Mgmt of Information Systems | Ping Lan | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The role information technology plays in organizations including its impact on information systems, management and business strategy. A conceptual model of system design is introduced and basic business internal controls are surveyed. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| AIS F316 (33437) | Acct Information Systems | Alba Prato | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Accounting systems for business and public entities. Emphasis on internal control functions and design concepts. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| AIS F324 (33438) | Advanced MS Excel | Francine Davis | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Advanced features of the Microsoft Excel spreadsheet program. Includes spreadsheet design and layout, customized graphics, customized reports using database features, optimization/statistical techniques and programming with the Excel macro language. Student is assumed to have basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| AIS F342 (33439) | MS Excel for Finance | Satya Moehlin | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| In this course, students will develop proficiency in Microsoft Excel for financial analysis. This class is especially well-suited to aspiring finance and accounting professionals; it serves to reinforce material covered in financial management and introductory accounting, while building related applied expertise in Excel. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ANL F288 (37303) | Curclm/Mtrl Devmt AK Natv Lang | Hishinlai Peter | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Preparation and evaluation of curriculum and classroom materials for teaching Native languages. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ANS F101 (36362) | Intro to Alaska Native Studies | Deborah Mekiana | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Introductory information on the Alaska Native community. Overview of significant Native issues. Review of pertinent literature and resources. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ANS F111X (35590) | Hist of Colonization in AK | Deborah Mekiana | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The history of the colonization of Alaska from contact to the signing of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act in 1971. This course examines Alaska history, how colonization and federal Indian policy shaped the state and some of the ways that Alaska Natives responded to and dealt with the changes. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ANS F114 (36609) | Indigenous Ppls & N. Am. Laws | Jenny Jones | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Familiarize students with domestic law and how it affects Indigenous Peoples' governance in the United States. Special emphasis on Alaska Natives and the relationship between Tribal legal systems and those of the state and federal governments. Examination of how law is made and why Tribal laws differ from those in neighboring jurisdictions. Course uses asynchronous online delivery. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ANS F242X (36374) | Indigenous Cultures of Alaska | Deborah Mekiana | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The term Alaska Natives is used to refer to a broad spectrum of Alaska's Indigenous population, living in diverse geographic regions and each culturally distinct. Each cultural region has its own unique history, language, culture(s), political landscapes, and experiences. This course is intended to provide a broad overview of Alaska's first peoples. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ANS F242X (37985) | Indigenous Cultures of Alaska | Chelsey Zibell | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The term Alaska Natives is used to refer to a broad spectrum of Alaska's Indigenous population, living in diverse geographic regions and each culturally distinct. Each cultural region has its own unique history, language, culture(s), political landscapes, and experiences. This course is intended to provide a broad overview of Alaska's first peoples. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ANS F365 (35592) | Alaska Native Art History | Theresa Woldstad | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The material culture of Alaska Native people from pre-colonial times to the present. Students will explore the effects of colonialism on the art forms of different Alaska Native cultural groups. Students will have an opportunity to contribute to the ongoing histories of Alaska Native art through group research projects. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ANTH F100X (33443) | Individual, Society, & Culture | David Fazzino II | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An examination of the complex social arrangements guiding individual behavior and common human concerns in contrasting cultural contexts. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ANTH F242 (33444) | Native Cultures of Alaska | David Fazzino II | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The traditional Aleut, Eskimo and Indian (Athabascan and Tlingit) cultures of Alaska. Eskimo and Indian cultures in Canada. Linguistic and cultural groupings, population changes, subsistence patterns, social organization and religion in terms of local ecology. Pre-contact interaction between groups. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ANTH F270 (36610) | Virtual Field School | Patrick Plattet | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This asynchronous class offers a virtual cultural anthropology "field school" experience. It features authentic multimedia data collected in Alaska. Students get hands-on practice with methods and analytic techniques that include: participant observation, semi-structured interviews, linguistic analysis, multimodal interaction analysis, spatial mapping, visual/semiotic analysis, etc. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ANTH F305 (36379) | Culture, Health and Healing | Elaine Drew | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An examination of culturally diverse meanings, behaviors, experiences and therapeutic systems associated with health and healing from the perspective of medical anthropology. Includes sections on prehistory and evolutionary medicine, but focuses primarily on contemporary ethnographic health studies from around the world. The course is available via eCampus. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ANTH F365 (33447) | Alaska Native Art History | Theresa Woldstad | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The material culture of Alaska Native people from pre-colonial times to the present. Students will explore the effects of colonialism on the art forms of different Alaska Native cultural groups. Students will have an opportunity to contribute to the ongoing histories of Alaska Native art through group research projects. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ANTH F497 (37863) | Virtual Field School | Patrick Plattet | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
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| ANTH F652 (36419) | Research Design & Prof Dev Sem | Elaine Drew | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| How to develop problem-based research in anthropology and prepare research proposals, grant proposals and publications along with critical evaluations of similar material. Topics include preparation of oral presentations for professional meetings, lectures and seminars; curriculum vitae preparation; and project budgeting. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ANTH F697 (37986) | Virtual Field School | Patrick Plattet | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
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| ART F105X (37199) | Beginning Drawing | Mareca Guthrie | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This is an introductory class that introduces students to fundamental drawing concepts, materials, techniques, vocabulary, functions, and range of visual aesthetics. No prior experience with drawing is required or expected. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ART F162 (33451) | Color and Design | Anne Duffy | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Fundamentals of pictorial form, color principles and interactions. Emphasis on traditional art media rendered two dimensionally on paper. This course is recommended for students becoming B.A., B.F.A. Drawing, Painting, and Printmaking majors. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ART F163 (33452) | Three-dimensional Design | Wendy Croskrey | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course is a hands-on introduction to fundamental concepts and organization of three-dimensional forms, including applied art and industrial design. Various materials such as wire, clay, silicone, and paper will be explored. This course is recommended for students becoming B.A. or B.F.A. Art majors and students interested in exploring material manufacturing processes. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ART F200X (33453) | Explorations in Art | Lisa Kljaich | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Understanding and appreciation of art through exploration of its diverse styles, influences and developments. Topics include the creative process, artistic forms of expression, historical and cultural contexts, the role of the artist in society and popular movements and trends. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ART F261X (33454) | History of World Art | Allison Zhang | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Origins of art and its development from the beginning through contemporary painting, sculpture and architecture. ART F261X - ART F262X may be taken in reverse order; however, course content is presented in a chronological sequence beginning with fall semester. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ART F365 (33456) | Alaska Native Art History | Theresa Woldstad | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The material culture of Alaska Native people from pre-colonial times to the present. Students will explore the effects of colonialism on the art forms of different Alaska Native cultural groups. Students will have an opportunity to contribute to the ongoing histories of Alaska Native art through group research projects. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ART F371 (35467) | Digital Imaging | Miho Aoki | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course focuses on creating and manipulating digital images, including digital painting and photography. The varied ethical issues engendered by this expertise will be addressed in depth. Skills in knowledge useful for digital photography, digital video compositing and digital painting will be covered. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ART F464 (36407) | History of Photography | Joshua Lazarus | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course will provide an exploration of the history, impact and development of the photographic process, spanning from the earliest observations of optics, through the development of the first permanent image, and all the way to the most recent advances in digital technology. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ART F664 (36408) | History of Photography | Joshua Lazarus | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course will provide an exploration of the history, impact and development of the photographic process, spanning from the earliest observations of optics, through the development of the first permanent image, and all the way to the most recent advances in digital technology. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ATM F101X (33459) | Weather and Climate of Alaska | Richard Collins | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Quality Matters Certified Course: Focus on the atmosphere as an important part of our environment. Study of weather and climate that covers weather observation, composition and properties of the atmosphere, weather and circulation systems, forecasting weather based on fundamental laws of physics and chemistry. Students are required to make weather observations in Alaska. The students will use their local observations as a foundation and a vantage point to understand the regional and global behavior of the atmosphere (i.e., "Observe locally and connect globally"). COURSE DETAILS
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| ATM F425 (36613) | Physical Hydrometeorology | Carmen Nicole Moelders | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Explores hydrometeorological processes, presents how to apply analysis techniques/skills to solve fundamental hydrometeorological questions (e.g. fire weather forecasting, drought forecasting, water resource management, flood forecasting). Subjects covered are hydrographs, radar images, meteograms, lysimeter, near-surface meteorology, surface energy and water budgets, stream response, groundwater, drought-indices, observational errors. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ATM F493 (38354) | Mesoscale Dynamics | Carmen Nicole Moelders | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
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| ATM F625 (36614) | Physical Hydrometeorology | Carmen Nicole Moelders | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Explores hydrometeorological processes, presents how to apply analysis techniques/skills to solve fundamental hydrometeorological questions (e.g. fire weather forecasting, drought forecasting, water resource management, flood forecasting). Subjects covered are hydrographs, radar images, meteograms, lysimeter, near-surface meteorology, surface energy and water budgets, stream response, groundwater, drought-indices, observational errors. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ATM F678 (36366) | Mesoscale Dynamics | Carmen Nicole Moelders | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| A comprehensive explanation of mesoscale air motions -- their phenology, basic physics and mechanisms, why they build and how mesoscale motions interact with the micro and large scale. Classical and non-classical mesoscale circulations, super cell, single and multiple cell thunderstorm dynamics and tornado formation. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F151X (33462) | Introduction to Business | Mark Young | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Business organization, business theory and the nature of major business functions such as management, finance, accounting, marketing and personnel administration are the main components of this course. This course will also focus on the methods and data required to research and analyze good business practices and decisions while developing these major business functions. Additionally, this course will review opportunities and requirements for professional business careers. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F151X (33464) | Introduction to Business | Christina Tachick | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Business organization, business theory and the nature of major business functions such as management, finance, accounting, marketing and personnel administration are the main components of this course. This course will also focus on the methods and data required to research and analyze good business practices and decisions while developing these major business functions. Additionally, this course will review opportunities and requirements for professional business careers. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F254X (33465) | Personal Finance | Timothy Stickel | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Quality Matters Certified Course: This course will give you the ability to use your knowledge and skills to manage your financial resources effectively for a lifetime of financial well-being. You will learn personal finance concepts and information as well as practical application that will empower you to save, budget, avoid debt and spend wisely. You will take what you learn and start practicing sound financial habits throughout the semester that will serve you well for the rest of your life. COURSE DETAILS
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| BA F254X (33466) | Personal Finance | Shelbie Umphenour | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course will give you the ability to use your knowledge and skills to manage your financial resources effectively for a lifetime of financial well-being. You will learn personal finance concepts and information as well as practical application that will empower you to save, budget, avoid debt and spend wisely. You will take what you learn and start practicing sound financial habits throughout the semester that will serve you well for the rest of your life. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F280 (37538) | Sport Leadership | Seth Jenny | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Provides leadership theory and develop leadership skills for application internal and external to their sport. Focus on the identification and development of leadership skills/abilities and application within the classroom, a sport and for an on-campus project. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F281X (33467) | Intro to Sport Management | Jon Nachtigal | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Provides a basic understanding of the methods employed to manage amateur and professional sports organizations and the legal issues involved. Topics such as stadium financing, risk management contracts and human resource management, data collection, public versus private sector labor laws, collective bargaining and drug testing will be examined. Basic management techniques, theory and problems associated with the field sport management are discussed along with history and current trends in sport management. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F307 (33468) | Introductory Human Rsrce Mngmt | Kristina Racina | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Quality Matters Certified Course: Introduction to management principles and personnel practice in industry, analysis of labor-management problems, methods and administration of recruiting, selecting, training and compensating employees, and labor laws and their applications. COURSE DETAILS
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| BA F308 (33470) | PD: How to Prepare for a Job | Amanda White | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The course involves the development and use of skills in critical analysis and composition of business and personal communications. This includes evaluating the mechanics and content of resumes, letters and emails. The course is designed to give students a comprehensive view of planning and implementation of career advancement strategies, interviews, career action plans and other job seeking skills used in business etiquette, dress, personal brand and culture. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F309 (33471) | PD: Finding a Career | Amanda White | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The course involves the development and use of skills in critical analysis and composition of business and personal communications. This includes evaluating the mechanics and content of resumes, letters, reports and memoranda. The course is designed to give students a comprehensive view of planning and implementation of career advancement strategies, crafting an effective social media presence, interviews, second round interrogations and site visits. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F310 (36326) | PD: Being Successful | Amanda White | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The course involves the development and use of skills in critical analysis and composition of business and personal communications. This includes evaluating the content of resumes and cover letters. The course is designed to give students a comprehensive view of planning and implementation of career advancement strategies, such as interviews, negotiations, networking skills, how to run meetings and facilitate presentations, conflict management, ethics, using social media and networking career advancement, and the interpersonal skills necessary to be effective in a business. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F323X (33472) | Business Ethics | Richard Wolk | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| A grounding in ethical theories and basic issues of moral thought, with examples which highlight the pitfalls in practical ethics which future managers are likely to face, and the need to design organizations so as to promote ethical behavior. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F323X (33473) | Business Ethics | Frederick Arkell | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| A grounding in ethical theories and basic issues of moral thought, with examples which highlight the pitfalls in practical ethics which future managers are likely to face, and the need to design organizations so as to promote ethical behavior. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F325 (33474) | Financial Management | William Staley | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Time value of money, bond and stock valuation, capital budgeting, risk-return trade-offs and option pricing. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F330 (33878) | Legal Environment of Business | Frederick Arkell | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The judicial system, legal processes, administrative procedures, law of torts, contract and agency government regulation of business, business ethics, corporate social responsibility and the uniform commercial code. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F343 (33475) | Principles of Marketing | Tammy Tragis-McCook | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Quality Matters Certified Course: Management of a firm's marketing effort focusing on products, distribution, pricing and promotion to targeted consumers. Practices appropriate to domestic or international, small or large, goods or services, and for-profit or nonprofit organizations included. COURSE DETAILS
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| BA F360 (33476) | Operations Management | Betty Ross | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Operations management with an emphasis on systematic planning, design and operation of the processes that produce goods and deliver services that customers recognize to be of superior quality. Topics include operations strategy, process design, quality control, statistical process control, project scheduling, material requirements planning and just-in-time systems. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F390 (33477) | Organizational Theory/Behavior | Michael Bork | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Understanding how and why organizations behave as they do, assessing whether the behavior is functional or dysfunctional, and learning to understand and change motivation, leadership, communications, group dynamics, conflict management, layout, technology, structure and policies to create high-functioning organizations. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F391 (37181) | Alaska Native Corporations | Betty Ross | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Explore management within Alaska Native Corporations to understand the cultural origins and behavioral adaptions unique to these organizations. Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act, indigenous leadership, cultural anthropology, contrasting cultural values and managing and maintaining organizational culture will be covered. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F421 (33479) | Business Analytics | Jon Nachtigal | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This class provides an introduction and application of data analytics in accounting and business contexts. Students will develop an understanding of analytic concepts and how they apply to the investigation of business data relationships and trends. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F436 (33480) | Consumer Behavior | Lily Dong | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Effects of nationality, culture, social class, family, personality, symbolism and persuasion on consumptive behavior. Qualitative methodologies such as focus groups covered. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F453 (33481) | Internship in Business Admin | Kristina Racina | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| A supervised practical work experience to enable students to apply their course work in a business environment. Admission dependent upon approved sponsorship arrangements. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F457 (33482) | Training & Management Develpmt | Jean Richey | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Quality Matters Certified Course: Theory and practice of employee training programs, needs assessments, learning theories, instructional design, training techniques and evaluation, management development and career development techniques and practices. COURSE DETAILS
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| BA F460 (33483) | International Business | Mary Kalliny | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Relationships among nations with particular emphasis on the business, economic, and sociocultural institutions that influence the performance of managers. Formulation of objectives, strategies and organizational structures within the context of international diversity. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F461 (33484) | International Finance | Xiyu Zhou | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Development of analytical skills, logical thought processes and information literacy necessary to make and implement investment decisions in a global setting. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F462 (33485) | Corporate Strategy | Kimberly McGinnis | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Quality Matters Certified Course: An integrative approach to strategy formation and implementation to achieve organization goals. Students will be introduced to theoretical perspectives and associated methodologies directed toward resolving the unstructured problems and opportunities which confront general managers at the highest levels of an organization. COURSE DETAILS
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| BA F481 (33486) | Entrtainmnt and Sprt Evnt Mgmt | Margaret Keiper | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course is designed to provide the student with knowledge pertaining to the various aspects of managing a public sport and/or entertainment event and their production. Topics discussed include economic impact, sponsorship, risk management, staff and volunteers, customer service, concessions, crowd management and technology. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F482 (33487) | Sport Marketing | Jon Nachtigal | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course provides a decision-orientated overview of sport marketing management in sport organizations. This course is designed to acquaint students with comprehensive fundamental theories and issues in sport marketing, grounded within traditional marketing principles, and emphasizing unique application to the sport industry. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F484 (37548) | Legal Aspects of SPRT | Mark Lasota | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course will focus on the three major areas of law that have a direct impact on the management of sport and recreation: tort liability and risk management; contract law; and constitutional law. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BA F486 (37987) | Outdoor Rec Entrepreneurship | Mckenzie Mitchell | 2020-01-13 to 2020-03-08 |
| This course is an introduction in the development and management of outdoor recreation businesses. Topics covered include business plan development, financial structures, and risk management specific to remote recreation businesses commonly found in Alaska, such as big-game commercial services, sport fishing operations, remote expediting, and aviation-related services. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BAM F320 (36328) | Management | Amanda White | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course introduces and explores the concepts, theories, and principles of management. We will study the basic managerial functions of planning, organization, staffing, directing, and controlling resources to accomplish organizational goals. Special consideration given to the different roles managers provide and the unique skills required to carry out those roles. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BAM F352 (36330) | Accounting and Finance | Mitchell Miller | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course introduces non-business managers to the basics of accounting and financing. Topics that will be covered include cost accounting, budgeting, cash flows, and how to read a basic financial report. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BAM F462 (36332) | Project Management | Vicki Wrona | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course is designed to incorporate management strategies with key components of project management fundamentals into a setting that managers would use. It stresses the importance of project management in successful organizations and the role the project management plays in business strategies. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BIOL F103L (36411) | Biology & Society Laboratory | Anja Kade | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| A laboratory section only of BIOL F103X designed for transfer students that are non-science majors who have completed a natural science course with no laboratory at another institution. This lab cannot be used as a biology elective by biological science majors. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BIOL F103X (36410) | Biology and Society | Anja Kade | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Fundamental principles of biology; emphasis on their application to humans in the modern world. Lectures, laboratory demonstrations, experiments and discussions of contemporary biological topics. For non-science majors; cannot be used as a biology elective by biological science majors. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BIOL F112L (36422) | BIOL F112X Laboratory | Donald Larson | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
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| BIOL F112X (36420) | Human Anatomy & Physiology II | Donald Larson | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Integrated view of human structure and function. Continuation of Human A&P I. Covers endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BIOL F115L (36424) | BIOL F115X Laboratory | Denise Kind | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
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| BIOL F115X (36423) | Fundamentals of Biology I | Denise Kind | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The first of a two-part course series for science majors, Fundamentals of Biology I covers the chemistry of life, cell structure and function, cellular energetics, cell division, genetics, and evolution. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BIOL F140 (36425) | Intro Behavioral Neurosci Res | Abel Bult-Ito | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Online asynchronous introductory biomedical research on compulsive-like mice, including data collection, data analysis, and interpretation of results. Learn about obsessive-compulsive disorder in humans and how animal research has the potential to contribute to improving the human condition. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BIOL F240 (33490) | Beginnings in Microbiology | Ursel Schuette | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Fundamentals of microbiology. Survey of the microbial world, interactions between microbes and host, microbial human diseases, the environmental and economic impact of microorganisms. Provides background in basic and applied microbiology with emphasis on the role microorganisms play in human health and life. Available at UAF Community and Technical College. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BIOL F260 (36404) | Principles of Genetics | Diana Wolf | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Principles of inheritance; physiochemical properties of genetic systems. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BIOL F360 (36426) | Cell and Molecular Biology | Kristin O'Brien | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An introduction to the structure and function of cells. Topics include: the structure and function of cellular components, including proteins, membranes and organelles; understanding how cells communicate; and how information is processed in the cell via DNA replication, transcription and translation. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BIOL F371 (36428) | Principles of Ecology | Diane Wagner | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Basic principles in physiological, ecosystem, population and community ecology. Environmental factors and their influence on plants and animals. Structure, growth and regulation of populations. The ecosystem concept, biogeochemical cycles, and the structure and function of major terrestrial biomes. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BIOL F440 (36429) | Behav Neurosci Res Capstone | Abel Bult-Ito | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Online asynchronous comprehensive biomedical research on compulsive-like mice, including data collection, data analysis, and interpretation of results. Learn about obsessive-compulsive disorder in humans and how animal research has the potential to contribute to improving the human condition. Complete the Biology Capstone requirements including writing a full length scientific manuscript. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BIOL F481 (36430) | Principles of Evolution | Devin Drown | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Patterns and processes of evolutionary change. Covered topics include microevolutionary processes, population genetics, quantitative genetics, fitness and adaptation, phylogenetics, speciation and macroevolutionary pattern. The conceptual framework of evolutionary biology is used to understand basic and applied issues in the life sciences, biomedicine, and agriculture. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BIOL F481 (35331) | H* Principles of Evolution | Devin Drown | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Patterns and processes of evolutionary change. Covered topics include microevolutionary processes, population genetics, quantitative genetics, fitness and adaptation, phylogenetics, speciation and macroevolutionary pattern. The conceptual framework of evolutionary biology is used to understand basic and applied issues in the life sciences, biomedicine, and agriculture. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| BIOL F694 (37835) | Decision Anlys of Consrvtn | Mark Lindberg | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
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| CCS F604 (36615) | Documenting Indigenous Knowldg | Polly Hyslop | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| A thorough grounding in research methodologies and issues associated with documenting and conveying the depth and breadth of indigenous knowledge systems and their epistemological structures. Includes a survey of oral and literate data-gathering techniques, a review of various modes of analysis and presentation, and a practical experience in a real-life setting. Recommended: Graduate-level survey course in research methods. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| CCS F631 (33494) | Culture, Community & Currclm | Richard Hum | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Salient issues involved with the development of effective programs of instruction in small schools, including foundational design, conceptual models, organizational strategies, technical skills, current issues and trends, and their implications and application to the environment of rural Alaska. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| CCS F693 (37832) | Yupiaq Ways of Knowing | Polly Hyslop | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
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| CHEM F100X (33497) | Chemistry in Complex Systems | Chris Whittle | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Fundamentals of chemistry with an emphasis on the role of chemistry in environmental and life systems. The role of feedback systems on chemical behavior is illustrated in atmospheric, aquatic, nuclear and nutritional systems. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| CHEM F104L (37202) | CHEM F104X Laboratory | Maegan Daniello Weltzin | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
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| CHEM F104X (37201) | Intro Organic Chem & Biochem | Maegan Daniello Weltzin | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This is the second semester course in the sequence for health-science majors and comprises a survey of the fundamentals of chemistry as applied to biological systems. Topics include nomenclature of organic compounds, organic functional groups and reactions, biochemical processes and pathways, biological macromolecules, and metabolites. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| CHEM F105L (37204) | Chemistry F105X Lab | Arianna Demmerly | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
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| CHEM F105X (37203) | General Chemistry I | Arianna Demmerly | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course is an introduction to general chemistry and explores topics to a much greater depth than preparatory courses. Topics include: measurement, energy and matter, periodic trends, chemical composition, chemical reactions, solutions, bond theory, gases, thermodynamics, problem-solving (applied mathematics), and special topics. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| CHEM F106L (37208) | Chemistry F106X Lab | William Howard | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
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| CHEM F106X (37207) | General Chemistry II | William Howard | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The second semester in the general chemistry sequence. Topics include: kinetics, equilibrium chemistry (including acids and bases, solubility, and complex ion formation), nuclear chemistry, electrochemistry, thermodynamics, and special topics. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| CHEM F360 (36427) | Cell and Molecular Biology | Kristin O'Brien | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An introduction to the structure and function of cells. Topics include: the structure and function of cellular components, including proteins, membranes and organelles; understanding how cells communicate; and how information is processed in the cell via DNA replication, transcription and translation. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| CIOS F135 (33498) | Microcomputer Spreadsheets | Evelyn Heusinkveld | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: Comprehensive exploration of topics related to using microcomputer spreadsheets. Includes creating, formatting and revising spreadsheets; creating formulas, graphics and charts; and using spreadsheets to organize, analyze and query information. COURSE DETAILS
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| CIOS F150 (33499) | Computer Business Applications | Kimberly Pihlaja | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: Designed to develop computer literacy in the use and understanding of computer systems, office productivity applications and the Internet. Topics include operating system fundamentals, file management, word processing and spreadsheet fundamentals and safe, secure and effective use of Internet technologies. COURSE DETAILS
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| CIOS F255 (36571) | Digital Graphics | Jennifer Moss | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Comprehensive survey of microcomputer graphics using a graphics application. Includes use of professional-level graphics programs to create sophisticated graphics for a variety of uses. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| CITS F204 (33501) | Intro to Computer Networks | Richard McDonald | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This foundational course introduces types of computer networks and the components that make them work. Teaches knowledge and skills needed to install, configure and troubleshoot basic networking hardware, protocols and services. Develop technical ability in the areas of media, topologies, protocols and standards, network implementation, and basic network administration. This serves as a gateway course to all CITS courses. May be taken concurrently with CITS F203. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| CITS F205 (33502) | Intro to Coding and Prgrmming | Stephanie Harvey | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Computer programming focused on programming concepts with programming tools. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| CITS F212 (33503) | Server Operating Systems | Melvin Denning | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Fundamentals in installing, configuring and maintaining server operating systems. Learn how to configure and administer network accounts, resources, and common services deployed on server operating systems. Course covers foundation server operating system knowledge required for Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) certification exams related to server technologies. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| CITS F222 (33504) | Website Design | Valda McMahan | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Comprehensive survey of professional website design and authoring tools used to create Internet websites. Topics include: website design and planning; HTML, XHTML and CSS. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| CITS F262 (33505) | Cybersecurity Defen/Countrmsrs | Melvin Denning | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course focuses on network and information systems security from a defensive point of view. Students will learn how to analyze internal and external security threats, develop security policies, and implement security measures to protect information within an enterprise. Topics include risk assessment, security policies and procedures, incident response, cryptographic services, network and host-based security. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| CITS F265 (33506) | Directory Srvcs Administration | Melvin Denning | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The purpose and components that make up directory services and the role these services play in storing, organizing and managing information in a network environment. How to create and configure directory service objects to manage access to network resources, to implement and manage group policy objects, and to backup, restore, monitor and troubleshoot directory service related issues. Course covers advanced directory services administration objectives required for Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) certification exams related to server technologies. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| CITS F284 (33507) | Independent Project | Joshua Peter | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Student created project or internship that includes learning new skills, applying the skills to significant problems, and demonstrating the results to other computer users. Includes application of learned skills in a professional manner. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| COJO F101X (33508) | Media and Culture | Robert Prince | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| History and principles of mass communications and the role of information media in American society. Introduction to professional aspects of mass communications, including print and broadcast. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| COJO F105X (33510) | History of the Cinema | Robert Prince | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| History and development of the medium of film in the U.S. and abroad during the last 100 years. Content will vary each semester. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| COJO F121X (33511) | Intro to Interpersonal Comm | Lindsey Heaney | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course features the fundamental principles of effective oral communication, emphasizing interpersonal communication as well as public speaking. Through role playing, speeches and evaluations of other speakers, students explore the complexities of communication in today's society. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| COJO F121X (33512) | Intro to Interpersonal Comm | Lindsey Heaney | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course features the fundamental principles of effective oral communication, emphasizing interpersonal communication as well as public speaking. Through role playing, speeches and evaluations of other speakers, students explore the complexities of communication in today's society. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| COJO F121X (33513) | Intro to Interpersonal Comm | Ramzi Abou Ghalioum | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course features the fundamental principles of effective oral communication, emphasizing interpersonal communication as well as public speaking. Through role playing, speeches and evaluations of other speakers, students explore the complexities of communication in today's society. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| COJO F131X (33514) | Fund Oral Comm-Group Context | Victoria McDermott | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Presentational speaking skills: individual and group. Includes verbal and nonverbal skills, critical thinking in selecting and organizing materials, audience analysis and speaking presentation. Group skills include task and relational interaction, required interdependence, working across cultural differences, group decision-making and shared logistics of presentation. Student evaluations are based on nationally normed speaking competencies. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| COJO F131X (36454) | Fund Oral Comm-Group Context | Victoria McDermott | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Presentational speaking skills: individual and group. Includes verbal and nonverbal skills, critical thinking in selecting and organizing materials, audience analysis and speaking presentation. Group skills include task and relational interaction, required interdependence, working across cultural differences, group decision-making and shared logistics of presentation. Student evaluations are based on nationally normed speaking competencies. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| COJO F141X (33515) | Fund Oral Comm-Public Context | Nike Bahr | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Speaking skills for individual presentation. Includes verbal and nonverbal skills, critical thinking in selecting and organizing materials, audience analysis, informative and persuasive speaking, and actual presentations. Student evaluations are based on nationally normed speaking competencies. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| COJO F141X (33516) | Fund Oral Comm-Public Context | Nike Bahr | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Speaking skills for individual presentation. Includes verbal and nonverbal skills, critical thinking in selecting and organizing materials, audience analysis, informative and persuasive speaking, and actual presentations. Student evaluations are based on nationally normed speaking competencies. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| COJO F202 (33517) | News Writing for the Media | Brian O'Donoghue | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Identifying and focusing news stories, writing the lead, developing story structure, writing on deadline, editing copy, writing headlines and captions, writing styles for print, broadcast and online news presentations. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| COJO F217X (33519) | Intro to the Study of Film | Elinor Salganek | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An appreciation course designed to introduce the student to the various forms of cinematic art with special emphasis on humanistic and artistic aspects. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| COJO F280 (36455) | Video Storytelling | Robert Prince | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Basics of digital video production technology, composition, audio, lighting and editing as it relates to primarily nonfiction filmmaking. Students will conclude the course by producing their own short videos. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| COJO F330 (33521) | Intercultural Communication | Peter DeCaro | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The nature and sources of problems in communication that may arise when persons with different cultural backgrounds interact. Emphasis on problems in intercultural communication in Alaska. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| COJO F371 (35317) | Digital Imaging | Miho Aoki | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course focuses on creating and manipulating digital images, including digital painting and photography. The varied ethical issues engendered by this expertise will be addressed in depth. Skills and knowledge useful for digital photography, digital video compositing and digital painting will be covered. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| COJO F459 (38114) | Indigenous Dispute Systems | Polly Hyslop | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This class examines the sources of conflict within Indigenous Communities, many of which are often embedded in larger social, legal, political, environmental, and organizational structures and systems. Students will explore and analyze Indigenous conflict resolution case studies and be introduced to the field of Indigenous Dispute Systems Design (IDSD). COURSE DETAILS | |||
| COJO F464 (36457) | History of Photography | Joshua Lazarus | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course will provide an exploration of the history, impact and development of the photographic process, spanning from the earliest observations of optics, through the development of the first permanent image, and all the way to the most recent advances in digital technology. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| COUN F632 (33527) | Career Development | Jamie Buckalew Hedin | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An introduction to the theories of career development, career choices and how to translate theory into practice. Emphasis will be on career education development and the utilization of information resources for facilitating the career choice decision-making process. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| COUN F638 (37435) | Adult Development | Susan Renes | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An overview of physical, cognitive, personality and social development across the adult life span, from high school graduation through death. Major theories and research findings in the field of adult development are explored with an emphasis on examining how individuals progress through a series of predictable stages during their lifetime. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| COUN F647 (33528) | Professional Ethics | Christine Cook | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The ethical standards of the American Counseling Association and the American School Counseling Association will be examined, discussed and compared. Students will be provided with opportunities to apply these general principles to specific cases. Students will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of these ethical codes in practice. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| CS F101 (33530) | Computers and Society | Valda McMahan | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Computer literacy for everyone. Overview of computing machines and automatic data processing. Interaction between social institutions and automated decision-making. Introduction to business applications software and electronic mail. Some programming for understanding, not for skill development. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| CS F103 (34103) | Intro to Computer Programming | Travis Payton | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Computer programming for students without the background for CS F201. Concepts of object-oriented programming and algorithm design using the Java programming language. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| DEVS F111 (36309) | Math Study Skills | Dana Greci | 2020-01-20 to 2020-03-05 |
| Will improve reading and study skills in math and will support students in their math class. Will provide supplemental instruction time focusing on the introduction and/or development of reading and study skills that will aid in solving math problems and understanding and retaining the math information delivered in the class. This course will be linked to a math course. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| DEVS F111 (36310) | Math Study Skills | Jana Canary | 2020-01-20 to 2020-03-05 |
| Will improve reading and study skills in math and will support students in their math class. Will provide supplemental instruction time focusing on the introduction and/or development of reading and study skills that will aid in solving math problems and understanding and retaining the math information delivered in the class. This course will be linked to a math course. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| DEVS F111 (36311) | Math Study Skills | Kathleen Quick | 2020-01-20 to 2020-03-05 |
| Will improve reading and study skills in math and will support students in their math class. Will provide supplemental instruction time focusing on the introduction and/or development of reading and study skills that will aid in solving math problems and understanding and retaining the math information delivered in the class. This course will be linked to a math course. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ECE F101 (33536) | Intro Early Childhood Professn | Robin Temple | 2020-01-13 to 2020-04-30 |
| Includes historical foundation, current issues and trends, exposure to a variety of developmentally appropriate programs, contemporary needs of children and families, the importance of being an advocate, professional standards and career opportunities, introduction to NAEYC and the code of ethical conduct. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ECE F101 (36346) | Intro Early Childhood Professn | Robin Temple | 2020-01-13 to 2020-04-30 |
| Includes historical foundation, current issues and trends, exposure to a variety of developmentally appropriate programs, contemporary needs of children and families, the importance of being an advocate, professional standards and career opportunities, introduction to NAEYC and the code of ethical conduct. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ECE F104X (33537) | Dvlpmnt I: Prntl, Infnts, Tddl | Patricia Rich | 2020-01-20 to 2020-05-02 |
| Foundation in child development prenatal to age 3. Includes anticipating the emerging development during the rapid growth of these critical years. Focuses on domains, theories, cultural perspectives and multiple influences on development, with an emphasis on prenatal development, healthy childbirth, the importance of relationships, and meaningful environments. Includes observation, reflection, early intervention and labs. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ECE F104X (33538) | Dvlpmnt I: Prntl, Infnts, Tddl | Patricia Rich | 2020-01-20 to 2020-05-02 |
| Foundation in child development prenatal to age 3. Includes anticipating the emerging development during the rapid growth of these critical years. Focuses on domains, theories, cultural perspectives and multiple influences on development, with an emphasis on prenatal development, healthy childbirth, the importance of relationships, and meaningful environments. Includes observation, reflection, early intervention and labs. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ECE F104X (33539) | Dvlpmnt I: Prntl, Infnts, Tddl | Patricia Meritt | 2020-01-27 to 2020-05-01 |
| Foundation in child development prenatal to age 3. Includes anticipating the emerging development during the rapid growth of these critical years. Focuses on domains, theories, cultural perspectives and multiple influences on development, with an emphasis on prenatal development, healthy childbirth, the importance of relationships, and meaningful environments. Includes observation, reflection, early intervention and labs. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ECE F110 (33541) | Safe Healthy Learning Envrnmnt | Kathleen Heiss | 2020-01-13 to 2020-04-30 |
| Establishing and maintaining inclusive, safe, healthy, culturally and developmentally appropriate environments for children ages birth-8 years of age. Topics include preventative health care, safety aspects of field trips and indoor and outdoor settings. Completing coursework fall 2017 or later will meet the SOA Child Care Licensing health and safety requirements. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ECE F140 (33543) | Pos Social & Emotional Dev | Marcy Belisle McGraw | 2020-01-13 to 2020-04-30 |
| Explores the importance of self-regulation, a strong self-concept and methods for helping children develop positive self-esteem. Focus on emotional intelligence, pro-social orientation, and social competence. Anti-bias curriculum is included. Techniques explored for working with groups of children birth-8 years old including social problem solving and developing skills for making friends. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ECE F170 (36347) | Practicum I | Patricia Meritt | 2020-01-13 to 2020-04-30 |
| A guided student teaching experience in working with a group of 0-8 year old children. Students apply skill in providing quality early care and education based on the knowledge of early childhood theories and approved practices. Assumes increasing responsibility for planning and lead teaching. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ECE F213 (36348) | Curr: Thnkg, Reas & Disc | Patricia Meritt | 2020-01-27 to 2020-04-30 |
| Emphasizes culturally and developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities to advance the cognitive development of young children, with particular focus on science, math and creativity. Includes a variety of approaches to curriculum development, assessment and necessary skills for early childhood teachers. Lab required. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ECE F229 (33544) | Found in Nutr & Phys Wellness | Patricia Meritt | 2020-01-27 to 2020-05-01 |
| Appropriate ways to meet the physical needs of infants and young children including nutrition, movement and exercise. Includes laws, regulations and appropriate practices in child nutrition as well as initiatives and trends to combat malnutrition and obesity in young children. Includes providing positive role modeling and helping families understand the essentials of good health in the home, starting with prenatal maternal health and including breastfeeding and traditional and local foods. Explores space, materials, equipment and activities to promote physical health and fitness. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ECE F240 (36349) | Inclusion of Chldrn w/Spec Nds | Kathleen Heiss | 2020-01-13 to 2020-04-30 |
| Developmental, social, educational and legal (PL94-142 and 99-457) issues related to the education of young children with special needs. Includes the categories of exceptionality and the role of the teacher in identifying, assessing and individualizing educational programs to help young children succeed in the least restrictive and most responsive environments. Emphasis is on promoting positive outcomes for each child and building effective learning environments, including using assistive technology for children with disabilities. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ECE F270 (36350) | Practicum II | UA Staff | 2020-01-13 to 2020-04-30 |
| An advanced guided field experience in working with a group of young children in a school or center. May include teaching in a team situation and working with families. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ECON F100X (33545) | Intro to Economic Analysis | Taylor Young | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course will introduce you to the fundamentals of economic analysis and reasoning and provide you the tools to analyze the behavior of individuals, firms, communities and government under conditions of unlimited wants and scarce resources. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ECON F201X (33546) | Prin of Econ I:Microeconomics | Noelle Iles | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Price and market theory, income distribution, public policy, labor markets, market structure, and externalities. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ECON F202X (33547) | Prin of Econ II:Macroeconomics | Noelle Iles | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Analysis and theory of national income, money and banking, stabilization policy, and international trade and finance. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ECON F321 (33548) | Intermediate Microeconomics | Mckenzie Mitchell | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Analysis of demand and supply under various market forms, cost and theory of production, factor pricing and theory of distribution and survey of welfare economics. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ECON F350 (33549) | Money and Banking | Christopher Wright | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The liquid wealth system in the United States, including the commercial banking system, the Federal Reserve System and nonbank financial institutions; the regulation of money and credit and its impact on macroeconomic policy objectives. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ED F631 (33555) | Culture, Community & Currclm | Richard Hum | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Salient issues involved with the development of effective programs of instruction in small schools, including foundational design, conceptual models, organizational strategies, technical skills, current issues and trends, and their implications and application to the environment of rural Alaska. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ED F653 (33556) | Instructional Design | Sean Holland | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Instructional design combines technology skills with application of learning theory to maximize the effectiveness of education. This course explores instructional design from a practical perspective. Students will acquire hands-on practice with a variety of computer-based tools while exploring instructional methods and principles of design. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ED F677 (33557) | Digital Storytelling | Kendell Newman | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course examines the principles of storytelling in general and digital storytelling in particular, paying close attention to the use of digital storytelling to inform, persuade and entertain across a variety of social and cultural institutions. Elements of digital storytelling will be investigated and used to create original digital stories in a variety of media. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| EDSC F110 (33560) | Becoming a Middle/HS Teacher | Leah Brown | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course familiarizes students with requirements for becoming a middle or high school teacher. Advisors from the School of Education, guest presenters from area school districts address issues pertaining to licensure and teaching. Current issues in secondary teaching are addressed. Participation in a secondary classroom is required. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| EDSE F316 (38302) | Intro to Spec Ed for Elem Tchr | Emily Hagen | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The course provides an introduction to special education for students preparing to become an elementary classroom teacher. It provides an in-depth understanding of concepts, strategies and issues identifying and supporting the needs of elementary students who experience disabilities. Course content includes reviews of all categorical disabilities, developmental disabilities, and laws pertinent to elementary-aged children's disabilities. Requires fieldwork in an elementary special education classroom or an inclusive general elementary classroom. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| EDSE F422 (33561) | Curr/Mang/Strat II: High Incid | Stephanie Nafpliotis | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Provides in-depth understanding of best practice strategies for supporting students with high incidence disabilities. A theoretical basis for selecting approaches is presented along with practical strategies of methods of instruction and classroom management for addressing the needs of students. Development, implementation, support and evaluation of Individual Education Program (IEP) plan for students with high incidence disabilities as well as classroom management techniques and plans developed for inclusion of high incidence disabilities in culturally responsive ways. Field experience and research are required. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| EDSE F448 (33562) | Undstnd FASD Dgns Intr & Strat | Jennifer Wagaman | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This is an overview course designed to educate candidates about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: how they are acquired, current diagnostic strategies; intervention strategies within social services, therapeutic environments and school settings; and individual case management strategies. By the end of the course candidates should possess knowledge of working with children affected by fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, understand the psychosocial implications of this disorder, and be able to identify best possible strategies to accommodating and intervening with these individuals in a classroom setting. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| EDSE F612 (33563) | Crrclm, Mang & Strtgs I: Low | Stephanie Nafpliotis | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Provides in-depth understanding of best practice strategies for supporting students with low incidence disabilities in culturally responsive ways. Development, implementation and evaluation of Individual Education Program (IEP) plan emphasizing transition plans for students with intensive needs that include a crisis management plan for severe behaviors. Community-based collaborative management techniques and plans will be developed to support post-school transitions. Field experience required. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| EDSE F622 (33564) | Curr/Mang/Strat II: High Incid | Stephanie Nafpliotis | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Quality Matters Certified Course: Provides in-depth understanding of best practice strategies supporting students with high incidence disabilities. A theoretical basis for selecting approaches is presented along with practical strategies of methods of instruction and classroom management for addressing the needs of students. Development, implementation, support and evaluation of Individual Education Program (IEP) plan for students with high incidence disabilities as well as classroom management techniques and plans developed for inclusion of high incidence disabilities in culturally responsive ways. Field and research experience required. COURSE DETAILS
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| EDSE F640 (36288) | Culturally Responsive Collab | Joanne Healy | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| How to coordinate with regular education teachers, paraprofessionals, speech language therapists, Alaska Native Education Liaisons, coaches, principals, counselors and outside agencies in culturally responsive ways. Field experience required. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| EDSE F648 (33566) | Undstnd FASD Dgns Intr & Strat | Jennifer Wagaman | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This is an overview course designed to educate candidates about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: how they are acquired, current diagnostic strategies; intervention strategies within social services, therapeutic environments and school settings; and individual case management strategies. By the end of the course candidates should possess knowledge of working with children affected by fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, understand the psychosocial implications of this disorder, and be able to identify best possible strategies to accommodating and intervening with these individuals in a classroom setting. Research projects required. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| EDSE F677 (33567) | Engl/Lang Arts Assess, Curr | Joanne Healy | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Quality Matters Certified Course: Provides in-depth review and analysis of current research on language and English Language Arts (reading, writing and spelling) acquisition, assessment and intervention. Emphasizes the use of evidence-based practices. Identifies the link between language and literacy development. Considers academic, cultural and linguistic diversity. Field experience required. COURSE DETAILS
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| EDSE F678 (36296) | Spec Educ Clin Prac: Initial | Joanne Healy | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| For initial licensure candidates only. Part-time fieldwork experience (minimum 120 hours) with individuals who have disabilities in approved K-12 public schools and affiliated facilities. Fieldwork assignments are in inclusive pullout and self-contained settings. Includes immersion in special education planning and teaching under the direction of a supervising teacher and university supervisor. Includes regularly scheduled seminars. Must be completed before enrollment in EDSE F680. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| EDSE F680 (33568) | Special Educ Clinical Practice | Joanne Healy | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Quality Matters Certified Course: For certified and initial licensure special education candidates. Full time field experience with individuals who have disabilities in approved K-12 public schools and affiliated facilities. Fieldwork assignments vary across areas of teaching specialization. Candidates assume full classroom responsibilities for planning, instruction and assessment under the direction of site and university supervisors. Includes regular seminars. COURSE DETAILS
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| ENGL F200X (33569) | World Literature | Maureen Sullivan | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Introduction to critical reading and appreciation of a wide variety of literary texts from different cultures. Includes exposure to a variety of approaches to myth, poetry, story telling and drama. Students will gain an understanding of cultural differences and universals in texts from American, American minority, Western European and non-Western sources. Specific content to be announced at time of registration. Course may be repeated for credit when content varies. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ENGL F200X (33570) | World Literature | Gayle Hammons | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Introduction to critical reading and appreciation of a wide variety of literary texts from different cultures. Includes exposure to a variety of approaches to myth, poetry, story telling and drama. Students will gain an understanding of cultural differences and universals in texts from American, American minority, Western European and non-Western sources. Specific content to be announced at time of registration. Course may be repeated for credit when content varies. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ENGL F217X (33571) | Intro to the Study of Film | Elinor Salganek | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An appreciation course designed to introduce the student to the various forms of cinematic art with special emphasis on humanistic and artistic aspects. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ENGL F270X (35612) | Intro to Creative Writing | Diana Saverin | 2020-01-13 to 2020-03-09 |
| Forms and techniques of fiction, poetry and creative nonfiction for beginning students; discussion of students' work in class and in individual conferences. Close study of the techniques of established writers. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ENGL F270X (33573) | Intro to Creative Writing | Jaclyn Bergamino | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Forms and techniques of fiction, poetry and creative nonfiction for beginning students; discussion of students' work in class and in individual conferences. Close study of the techniques of established writers. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ENGL F270X (33574) | Intro to Creative Writing | Joseph Holt | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Forms and techniques of fiction, poetry and creative nonfiction for beginning students; discussion of students' work in class and in individual conferences. Close study of the techniques of established writers. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ENGL F314 (37326) | Technical Writing | Carolyn Stice | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Writing business letters (letters of inquiry, complaint, evaluation, and job application with resume), preparing tables, graphs, process descriptions, technical instructions, abstracts, grant proposals, and technical reports (progress, laboratory, survey, incident, inspection, feasibility and research). Course does not fulfill the second half of the requirement in written communication. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ENGL F375 (36617) | Intmed Creative Writng:Fiction | Geraldine Brightwell | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Forms and techniques of fiction. Students' work will be read and discussed in class and in conference with the instructor. Close study of the techniques of established writers. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ENGL F377 (36618) | Intmed Crtve Writng:Nonfiction | Daryl Farmer | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Forms and techniques of literary nonfiction. Students' work will be read and discussed in class and in conference with the instructor. Close study of the techniques of established writers. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| ENGL F485 (35468) | Teaching Composition in School | Sarah Stanley | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Theoretical background and workshop experience for teaching composition in middle and high schools with current pedagogy on teaching of writing stressed. Variety of teaching methods demonstrated, practiced and discussed. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| FISH F103 (36604) | The Harvest of the Sea | Trent Sutton | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course will explore the scientific and popular literature related to the exploitation of global marine fisheries resources. Specific topics of the course will be based on three core themes: (1) early exploitation of marine resources, leading to the need for fisheries management; (2) overexploitation of fish and marine mammal stocks driven largely by technological advancements culminating from the Industrial Revolution; and (3) the current status and future sustainability of marine fisheries resources. This course is largely discussion based; as a result, weekly attendance and preparation is a critical component of the course. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| FISH F394 (36466) | Salmon, People, Place | Peter Westley | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
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| FISH F677 (36467) | Scientific Writing Techniques | Brenda Norcross | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Students learn to write scientifically with skill and clarity by practicing using easy-to-follow writing techniques to write and rewrite a draft manuscript. Topics include writing approaches, storytelling, outlines, style, grammar, punctuation, and editorial review. Most beneficial for graduate students writing theses, but provides excellent writing experience for new students. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| FISH F693 (38005) | Data Visualization in Fisheres | Megan McPhee | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
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| FISH F694 (36470) | Advanced Scientific Writing | Brenda Norcross | 2020-01-13 to 2020-04-30 |
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| FLPA F105X (33582) | History of the Cinema | Robert Prince | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| History and development of the medium of film in the U.S. and abroad during the last 100 years. Content will vary each semester. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| FLPA F215X (36477) | Dramatic Literature & History | Rebecca George | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Reading, analyzing, and categorizing plays as maps for theatrical production. Students will be exposed to a broad range of plays from major periods in theatre history including the classical and contemporary Western canon. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| FLPA F217X (33584) | Intro to the Study of Film | Elinor Salganek | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An appreciation course designed to introduce the student to the various forms of cinematic art with special emphasis on humanistic and artistic aspects. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| FLPA F280 (36456) | Video Storytelling | Robert Prince | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Basics of digital video production technology, composition, audio, lighting and editing as it relates to primarily nonfiction filmmaking. Students will conclude the course by producing their own short videos. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| FLPA F371 (35470) | Digital Imaging | Miho Aoki | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course focuses on creating and manipulating digital images, including digital painting and photography. The varied ethical issues engendered by this expertise will be addressed in depth. Skills and knowledge useful for digital photography, digital video compositing and digital painting will be covered. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| FREN F102X (33586) | Elementary French II | John Ancheta | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Introduction to the French language and culture. Development of competence and performance in the language through understanding, recognition and use of linguistic structures; increasing emphasis on listening comprehension and speaking; basic vocabulary of approximately 1,000 words; exploration of the cultural dimension, implicitly through language, and explicitly through texts and audiovisual materials. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| GEOG F101X (33587) | Expdtn Earth:Intro to Geogrphy | Roger Pearson | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Introduction to essential concepts and approaches of geographic study. Explores physical, political, economic and cultural geography of major world culture regions. Examines each region in relation to others, and in context of global economic, political and environmental change. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| GEOG F302 (33588) | Geography of Alaska | Roger Pearson | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Regional, physical and economic geography of Alaska. Special consideration of the state's renewable and nonrenewable resources and of plans for their wise use. Frequent class study of representative maps and visual materials. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| GEOS F380 (35526) | Geological Hazards | Jessica Larsen | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Survey of natural hazards and the disasters they cause, with emphasis on geological hazards in Alaska. Investigation of hazardous phenomena, prediction and mitigation. Topics to include: earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis, weather/climate, and asteroid impacts. Provides a foundation in basic geological hazards related to science, suitable for use in teaching, communications, policy and emergency management careers. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| GEOS F657 (38013) | DS* Microwave Remote Sensing | Franz Meyer | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The principles and applications of active and passive microwave remote sensing with emphasis on spaceborne remote sensing of the Earth's atmosphere, land and oceans. The laboratory section will provide hands-on experience on special processing techniques, and the possibility of using these techniques for a student-defined term project in areas of geology, volcanology, glaciology, hydrology, environmental sciences, etc. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| GER F102X (33590) | Elementary German II | Helga Wagenleiter | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Introduction to the German language and culture: development of competence and performance in the language through understanding, recognition and use of linguistic structures; increasing emphasis on listening comprehension and speaking; basic vocabulary of approximately 1,000 words; exploration of the cultural dimension, implicitly through language, and explicitly through texts and audiovisual materials. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HIST F100X (33592) | Modern World History | Susan Larrabee | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Significant aspects of modern world history, using either a chronological or an issues approach to be announced when offered. The chronological approach will examine major global developments in the twentieth century, while the issues approach will deal with such aspects of the modern world as revolutionary change, the interaction of peoples, ideology and the historical background of significant contemporary events. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HIST F122X (36620) | East Asian Civilization | Walter Skya | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This is a survey course on the history of East Asian civilizations from 1800 to the present. Multiple approaches to history such as political and economic history will be employed, but the main focus of the course will be intellectual history. Students will be asked to identify broad historical and ideological trends in modern East Asian history based on the analysis of primary source data from the writings of governmental officials, leaders of political movements, and influential intellectuals in society. Current relations among East Asia countries will also be examined. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HIST F132X (33593) | History of the U.S. | John Heaton | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Surveys U.S. history from post-Civil War Reconstruction to the present. It examines challenges faced by the nation as it grappled with transformations and international crises that resulted from industrialization, urbanization, immigration, expanded globalization, economic crisis and two world wars. The U.S. emerged from World War II as a super power, but found itself locked in a Cold War struggle against communism that provided the backdrop to the second half of the 20th century. It influenced cultural, social, political and economic changes that continue to shape American life and foreign policy today. This course develops critical thinking and writing skills: introduces the methods, theories and approaches that inform historical interpretations of this era; and provides opportunities to use qualitative and quantitative data-- the primary source materials-- that historians use to defend their interpretations and arguements. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HIST F362 (36481) | History of U.S. 1815-1877 | John Heaton | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An advanced survey that examines economic, political and social developments related to Jacksonian America, western expansion, slavery and sectionalism, the Civil War and reconstruction to 1877. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HIST F476 (36484) | Senior Thesis Capstone | John Heaton | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Preparation and writing of a senior thesis using primary research materials on a topic of the student's choosing. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HIST F483 (36485) | 20th Cent Circumpolar History | Philip Wight | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| A comparative history of the circumpolar North, including Alaska, Siberia, Scandinavia, Greenland and Canada. Focus on social, economic, political and environmental issues of the 20th century, such as exploration, aboriginal land claims, subsistence, military strategy, transportation, oil development, Arctic haze and scientific research in the Arctic. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HLTH F100 (35616) | Medical Terminology | Shawn Russell | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: Study of medical terminology, including analysis and origin of word roots, prefixes and suffixes. Understanding the word components, students will be able to build, spell and define medical words. Content will be presented by body systems focusing on terms for anatomy, diagnostic, laboratory and medical specialties. Includes use of medical dictionary, word pronunciation and abbreviations. Designed for health care professionals. COURSE DETAILS
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| HLTH F100 (35617) | Medical Terminology | Shawn Russell | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: Study of medical terminology, including analysis and origin of word roots, prefixes and suffixes. Understanding the word components, students will be able to build, spell and define medical words. Content will be presented by body systems focusing on terms for anatomy, diagnostic, laboratory and medical specialties. Includes use of medical dictionary, word pronunciation and abbreviations. Designed for health care professionals. COURSE DETAILS
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| HLTH F106 (35618) | Human Behavior in Health Care | Shawn Russell | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Discussion of general concepts in human behavior and the specialized psychological issues when dealing with patients and loved ones in health care settings. Students perform self-evaluation and survey other cultures to allow examination of perceptions, individual biases, beliefs and their impacts on behavior. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HLTH F110 (35619) | Professional Skills/Workplace | Karina Gonzales-Smith | 2020-02-10 to 2020-05-02 |
| Presents skills to ensure success for the professional secretary, receptionist, medical worker and others. Includes interview skills, business manners, customer service and dressing for success. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HLTH F116 (35620) | Mathematics in Health Care | Karina Gonzales-Smith | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Practical application of mathematics in health care, including arithmetic review, percentages, interest, ratio, proportion, dimensional analysis, metric system, medication calculation, graphs, charts and measurement instruments. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HLTH F118 (35621) | Medical Law and Ethics | Betty Aldrich | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: In-depth coverage of legal and ethical issues encountered in health care settings. Students will gain a practical knowledge of legal and ethical principles and application of these principles in health care settings. COURSE DETAILS
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| HLTH F130 (35622) | Medical Office Technology | Christian Beks | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Introduces current and potential health care workers to computers in the medical office. Will study medical office management software and electronic health record systems. Includes discussion of computer hardware and software, working with operating systems, keyboarding, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation creation and formatting, and database concepts. Special fees may apply. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HLTH F203 (35623) | Science of Nutrition | Shawn Russell | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Introduction to the principles of nutrition and its relationship to the life cycle. Focus on the importance nutrition plays in personal health and how to objectively evaluate nutritional intake using scientifically sound resources. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HLTH F203 (35624) | Science of Nutrition | Shawn Russell | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Introduction to the principles of nutrition and its relationship to the life cycle. Focus on the importance nutrition plays in personal health and how to objectively evaluate nutritional intake using scientifically sound resources. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HLTH F234 (35625) | Administrative Procedures II | Amelia Topkok | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Office management and financial procedures used in medical offices. Includes medical financial recordkeeping systems and computerized office management systems. Includes ICD-9, CPT coding system, patient insurance billing/reimbursement procedures, the demonstration of computational skills in accounts payable/accounts receivable, and office management in the health care setting. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HLTH F235 (35626) | Medical Coding | Shawn Russell | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: The current procedural terminology (CPT) and the international classification of diseases (ICD) systems used in the medical setting. Examines the medical and legal uses of the CPT and ICT code systems in inpatient and outpatient medical settings, urgent care settings, billing departments and ancillary medical professions. Prepares students to take national certification exams. COURSE DETAILS
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| HLTH F237 (35627) | Inpatient Healthcare Reimburs | Shawn Russell | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| 25% OFF: Rules and regulations governing the reimbursement of inpatient and hospital coding. Includes HIPAA regulations, Medicare, Medicaid, third party billing, and the legal and ethical guidelines of inpatient billing. COURSE DETAILS
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| HSEM F120 (33609) | Intro to Emergency Management | James Wall | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course will introduce students to the vocabulary and core components of emergency management. The importance of this growing field will be discussed. The field is changing rapidly as a result of an increase in frequency, complexity and severity of man-made, natural and technological disasters. Historical events that have changed the nature of the field will be examined and students will be introduced to the leadership and management roles that have emerged as a result of these events taking place. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F121 (33610) | Intro to Homeland Security | James Wall | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course will introduce students to the vocabulary and important components of homeland security. We will discuss the importance of the agencies associated with homeland security and their interrelated duties and relationships. Historical events that affect homeland security will be examined. State, national and international laws affecting homeland security will be explored. The most critical threats confronting homeland security will be examined. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F225 (36335) | Intel Analysis & Sec Mgmt | David Neel | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course will examine the history of intelligence gathering and espionage in the United States. A succinct study and comparative analysis of intelligence collection methods of other nations will also be made. An in-depth study of key U.S. intelligence agencies, their collection methodologies, and their effect upon national security will be examined. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F271 (33612) | Fiscal Mngmnt for EM Operation | David Tise | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course is about accounting for public organizations such as fire, police and similar functions of local governments. Accounting is an essential function in all organizations. This course is from a user's perspective-- understanding accounting reports rather than preparing them. The major topics covered include: understanding financial reports, budgeting preparation, governmental accounting basics, grant writing and management and ethics. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F301 (33613) | Princ Emerg Mgmt & Home Sec | Sean McGee | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The course provides a foundational perspective as to how our present federal emergency management and homeland security structure emerged with emphasis placed on the characteristics, functions, and resources of its integrated systems. This course additionally focuses on the principles and practices of homeland security and emergency management at the local, state and federal levels. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F402 (33614) | Incdnt Cmnd for Emgcy Mdcl Srv | Douglas Schrage | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Students will practice use of Incident Command System in coordination with other public safety responders. This course will present scenarios requiring responders to structure their EMS resources within the guidance of NIMS ICS, as appropriate to the needs of the different incident types. Students will demonstrate the implementation of EMS components in an ICS system at incidents. This course is designed to teach the implementation of ICS in day-to-day EMS operations. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F406 (33615) | Comparative Homeland Security | Troy Bouffard | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The purpose of this course is to help students develop an understanding of the homeland security and counterterrorism methods utilized by other countries. To achieve this goal, the course will examine several different countries and compare the policies and strategies they have developed to protect their citizens from unique global threats. This course will help broaden student understanding of homeland security in today's global environment. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F407 (33616) | Comparative Emergency Mgmt | Linda Kiltz | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course will focus on examining regional and global responses to various types of disasters. Topics covered will include the importance of regional collaboration between nations in disaster preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery. Additionally, the roles that regional partnerships play in disaster mitigation will be examined, as well as issues concerning the requirements to sustain collaborative efforts between nations in the 21st century. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F412 (33617) | Emerg Planning & Preparedness | Scott Kuykendall | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course will examine the concepts of developing and writing an emergency operations plan and the elements necessary for inclusion in the plan (all-hazards risk analysis). Students will transition through the process of identifying hazards, creating plans and developing a program which specifically addresses planning and preparedness objectives. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F416 (33618) | Cybersecurity Management | Alec Bennett | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Develop an understanding of the concepts, trends and strategies associated with cybersecurity and managing risk. This course will enable managers to understand risks associated with information technology, develop compensating controls or mitigations and implement them. Planning process, mitigation strategies, detection and recovery associated with cybersecurity and risk management are covered. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F418 (33620) | Cybercrime, Fraud and Law | Sean McGee | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course provides an introduction to cybercrime, including the history of cybercrime in the U.S. and the resulting law and regulatory environment in which it has resulted. Techniques and resources for investigating cyber incidents will be presented, as well as the methods used to commit malicious or criminal acts. Active elements of the cyber underworld, including organized crime, terrorism and state sponsored activity, will be discussed. Students will become familiar with legal processes of which they may find themselves a part of, including litigation, depositions and expert reporting. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F423 (33621) | Disaster Response Ops & Mgmt | Ygnacio Flores | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The purpose of this course is to develop an understanding of the principles that promote effective disaster response and recovery operations after disasters. To achieve this goal, the course will examine the nature of disasters as well as the roles and responsibilities of various actors involved in emergency management and homeland security. Various problems associated with response and recovery operations will be identified and discussed with special emphasis on the role of technology and communications coordination. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F434 (33622) | All-hazards Risk Analysis | Catherine Chatfield | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course covers risk analysis and assessment from an All-Hazards emergency management and homeland security perspective. Students will explore vulnerability and risk assessment methodologies for natural, man-made as well as technological disasters/events and develop an understanding of the processes used in identifying and quantifying vulnerabilities in a system (e.g., a physical facility such as a chemical plant, or an infrastructure component such as a power plant). COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F439 (33623) | Supervising Emergency Services | Douglas Schrage | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course is intended for upper division students not yet working in the emergency services field as well as seasoned fire officers seeking a structured examination of issues relating to supervision of firefighters and emergency environment. Topics include a review of federal laws, labor relations, coaching, counseling and disciplinary action, managing conflict, motivation, stress management, time management and group dynamics. This course will be conducted in seminar format using a flipped classroom approach, in which most content is presented between class sessions and synthesis of information occurs during facilitated class discussions. This course aligns with the National Fire Academy Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education model core curriculum. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F445 (33624) | Bus Continuity & Crisis Mgmt | Amber Lammers | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The course serves as an introduction to crisis management and organizational continuity from a private sector business crisis and continuity management partnership perspective. The topics include comprehensive emergency management, public and private roles and partnerships for emergency and crisis management, the risk management process, strategic crisis management, contingency planning, training and exercises, emergency response, business continuity and recovery, the role of the crisis management team, and crisis communication. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F445 (37585) | Bus Continuity & Crisis Mgmt | Samuel Alexander | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The course serves as an introduction to crisis management and organizational continuity from a private sector business crisis and continuity management partnership perspective. The topics include comprehensive emergency management, public and private roles and partnerships for emergency and crisis management, the risk management process, strategic crisis management, contingency planning, training and exercises, emergency response, business continuity and recovery, the role of the crisis management team, and crisis communication. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F452 (33625) | Internship in Emergency Mngmnt | Kristina Racina | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| A supervised practical work experience to enable students to apply their course work in a fire department or closely related field of emergency services. Admission dependent upon approved sponsorship arrangements. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F456 (33626) | Leadrshp in Dangerous Contxts | Cameron Carlson | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course focuses on the challenges faced by those who serve as leaders during crisis and emergency circumstances. During emergency circumstances, leading others, being able to influence and motivate them during crisis is critical. Topics including leadership and followership, crisis decision making, fear and emotion and the unique circumstances of an emergency manager/homeland security professional are examined. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F461 (36605) | Human Security in Alaska | Samuel Alexander | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course explores the concept of Human Security, which takes an individual-centered approach to security (unlike the Traditional state-centric approach). Topics covered include Economic Security, Food Security, Health Security, Personal Security, Community Security, Environmental Security and Political Security. Students will examine Alaskan Native life through the Human Security Framework. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F467 (33627) | Currnt Topics in Public Safety | Sean McGee | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course examines current public safety topics with regards to relevant trends and practices. Topics of interest may include militarization of the police, mass shootings, police-community partnerships, technology, media relations, and transparency. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F603 (33628) | Disaster Management Policy | Troy Bouffard | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course will provide context for and contemporary coverage of the fields of disaster management and homeland security. Emphasis will be placed on the role of persons at all levels; federal, state and local. This can include scientists, engineers, civil and military, elected/appointed officials and first responders. The course will explore how social science research can be usefully applied to policy development and everyday practice. Students will discuss and review public policy, organizational management and leadership issues they will face as future practitioners and leaders in the field. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F605 (33629) | Community Planning in EM | David Kang | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course will teach students how community and urban planning principles affect the homeland security and emergency management enterprise. This class is designed with both the traditional emergency manager and urban/community planner in mind to provide a wider perspective as to the larger considerations of urban and community planning in the planning of preparedness. Students will be taught the application of urban community planning methodologies, policies, programs and activities in the context of emergency management. This is an advanced class with the assumption that students have a foundational understanding of basic emergency management and/or homeland security. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F607 (33630) | Vulnerability and Protection | Samuel Alexander | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course examines security as a discipline and responsibility. The key focus of security is the protection of assets, whether in the public or private sector. It also includes management principles and concepts that practitioners can use to develop defensible and resilient operations, communities and businesses. The course explores the relationship of security to vulnerability and its role in the overall management of risk. It delves into the functions and responsibilities of security practitioners in public and private organizations, and broaches key aspects of institutional security concerns, including control of access, terrorist attack, critical infrastructure protection, insider threats and workplace violence. The course touches on the evolving nature of the homeland security enterprise and of protective concerns within a global context. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F622 (36338) | Arctic Strategies & Operations | Troy Bouffard | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The purpose of this course is to provide an understanding of northern national policies of the Arctic states as well as select non-Arctic states. Understanding Arctic national interests and strategies help inform defense authorities of critical Arctic issues required for diplomacy and security planning, regional dynamics, and complex international influences. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F632 (33631) | Project Management | Vicki Wrona | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course is designed to cover key components of project management fundamentals with emphasis on the project life cycle, project definition, project schedule and cost management, human resource allocation and the challenges facing project managers in every industry. We will focus on concepts, theories and best practices, while discussing managing and leading project teams in complex environments. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F643 (36341) | Addressing Cybersecurity | Alec Bennett | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The course explores the nature of the critical infrastructure, the possible threats that exist or might exist and how they can be countered. Through case studies, we will examine the varied serious potential threats out there to the numerous critical infrastructures we have identified. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F645 (37185) | Crisis Management | Linda Kiltz | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An in-depth review of crisis management to include the different crises an organization may face. The importance of an ethical and strategic response, developing a solid crisis management plan, strong crisis communication, and developing a crisis management team will be discussed. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| HSEM F690 (33632) | Security and Disaster Mangmnt | Cameron Carlson | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course serves as the capstone course for the security and disaster management degree. This course should be taken near the end of the students' graduate program. This course will focus on the integration of both security and disaster management in a complex globalized environment. The course will explore touch points for public and private partnerships, organizing for effective security and disaster management solutions and the development of effective policies for both the public and private sectors. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| JUST F110X (33635) | Introduction to Justice | Gary Copus | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Quality Matters Certified Course: Survey of the structure and process of the agencies of criminal justice. Includes introduction to criminology, criminal law, police, courts and corrections. COURSE DETAILS
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| JUST F125X (33636) | Intro to Addictive Processes | Michael Daku | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Quality Matters Certified Course: Focus on gaining knowledge of the psycho-social aspects of addiction. Historic and behavioral approaches, disease concept and current trends relating to addiction presented. Twelve step and self-help approaches explored. COURSE DETAILS
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| JUST F251X (33637) | Criminology | Frank Boldt | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The study of the major areas of deviant behavior and its relationship to society, law and law enforcement, including the theories of crime causation. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| JUST F300X (33638) | Ethics and Justice | Gary Copus | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Quality Matters Certified Course: An examination of ethical and moral concepts, and their relationship to criminal justice issues. Applies ethics theories to the criminal justice institutions of police, courts and corrections. Examines ethical and moral dilemmas which confront crime control policy makers. COURSE DETAILS
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| JUST F310 (33639) | Principles of Corrections | Michael Daku | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An introduction to adult institutions, community- based programs, and theories of incarceration. Correctional programs are examined. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| JUST F340 (33640) | Rural Justice in Alaska | Jeffrey May | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Application of the western justice system to remote northern Native villages including issues arising from cultural conflicts, difficulties associated with a centralized justice system serving distant roadless communities, the federal/Indian relationship, and a description of crime occurring in the villages. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| JUST F352 (33641) | Criminal Law | Jeffrey May | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| A study of elements, purposes and functions of the substantive criminal law with emphasis upon historical and philosophical concepts. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| JUST F358 (33642) | Juvenile Delinquency | Michael Daku | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Theories of delinquency, the extent of delinquency, the historical development of juvenile justice, the juvenile system, and how it impacts on youth in relation to police, courts, institutions and community programs. Includes youth violence, gangs, gender, race and class. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| JUST F453 (33643) | Comparative Criminology | Jon Duke | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| The Justice program focuses on the American justice system with an emphasis in restorative processes, alternative dispute resolution, and Alaskan justice. This course examines the development of philosophy and law; and the historical and modern practice of justice throughout the world. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| JUST F615 (33645) | Just Prog Plan/Eval/Grant Wrt | Jon Duke | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Program planning and evaluation. Includes grant proposal writing with emphasis on federal sources of grant funding. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| JUST F620 (33646) | Personnel Mgmt in Crim Just | Jon Duke | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Foundation for effective management of personnel in criminal justice by supervisors. Includes recruiting, selection, training, on-site supervision, termination and replacement of subordinates. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| JUST F625 (33647) | Legal Aspects Crim Just Mgmt | Jeffrey May | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| A basic understanding of legal issues faced by criminal justice managers and administrators. Included is a study of the legal considerations surrounding recruitment and hiring practices, sexual harassment, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Fair Labor Standards Act. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| JUST F698 (33648) | Non-thesis Research/Project | Jon Duke | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
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| JUST F699 (33649) | Thesis | Jon Duke | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
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| LAT F102X (33651) | Beginning Latin II | Eileen Harney | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Continuation of the introduction to ancient Latin language and Roman culture, development of competence through reading original authors with emphasis on vocabulary, recognition and correct use of grammar. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| LING F697 (38431) | Language & Identity II | Patrick Marlow | 2020-01-17 to 2020-05-01 |
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| LING F699 (33652) | Thesis | Sabine Siekmann | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
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| LS F101X (33653) | Library Information & Research | Elizabeth Humrickhouse | 2020-01-13 to 2020-02-21 |
| Introduction to effective library research methods and principles of information organization and retrieval. Emphasis on applied experience with finding and evaluating information, especially through use of library catalogs, journal indexes and Internet resources. Some sections may emphasize selected academic areas. Also available online via UAF eCampus. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| LS F101X (33654) | Library Information & Research | Cheri Boisvert Janz | 2020-03-16 to 2020-04-24 |
| Introduction to effective library research methods and principles of information organization and retrieval. Emphasis on applied experience with finding and evaluating information, especially through use of library catalogs, journal indexes and Internet resources. Some sections may emphasize selected academic areas. Also available online via UAF eCampus. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| LS F101X (33655) | Library Information & Research | Ilana Kingsley | 2020-03-16 to 2020-04-24 |
| Introduction to effective library research methods and principles of information organization and retrieval. Emphasis on applied experience with finding and evaluating information, especially through use of library catalogs, journal indexes and Internet resources. Some sections may emphasize selected academic areas. Also available online via UAF eCampus. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| LS F101X (34456) | Library Information & Research | Cheri Boisvert Janz | 2020-01-13 to 2020-02-21 |
| Introduction to effective library research methods and principles of information organization and retrieval. Emphasis on applied experience with finding and evaluating information, especially through use of library catalogs, journal indexes and Internet resources. Some sections may emphasize selected academic areas. Also available online via UAF eCampus. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| LS F101X (33657) | Library Information & Research | Elizabeth Humrickhouse | 2020-03-16 to 2020-04-24 |
| Introduction to effective library research methods and principles of information organization and retrieval. Emphasis on applied experience with finding and evaluating information, especially through use of library catalogs, journal indexes and Internet resources. Some sections may emphasize selected academic areas. Also available online via UAF eCampus. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| LS F101X (33658) | Library Information & Research | Cheri Boisvert Janz | 2020-01-13 to 2020-02-21 |
| Introduction to effective library research methods and principles of information organization and retrieval. Emphasis on applied experience with finding and evaluating information, especially through use of library catalogs, journal indexes and Internet resources. Some sections may emphasize selected academic areas. Also available online via UAF eCampus. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| LS F101X (33659) | Library Information & Research | Deborah Rinio | 2020-03-16 to 2020-04-24 |
| Introduction to effective library research methods and principles of information organization and retrieval. Emphasis on applied experience with finding and evaluating information, especially through use of library catalogs, journal indexes and Internet resources. Some sections may emphasize selected academic areas. Also available online via UAF eCampus. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| LS F101X (36683) | Library Information & Research | Karen Jensen | 2020-01-02 to 2020-01-11 |
| Introduction to effective library research methods and principles of information organization and retrieval. Emphasis on applied experience with finding and evaluating information, especially through use of library catalogs, journal indexes and Internet resources. Some sections may emphasize selected academic areas. Also available online via UAF eCampus. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MATH F054 (36585) | Prealgebra | Victor Zinger | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Basic concepts of prealgebra mathematics. Topics include operations and applications of whole numbers, integers, fractions, decimals, ratios and proportions, percents, geometry and measures, evaluation of algebraic expressions and applications. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MATH F055 (36590) | Elementary Algebra | Victor Zinger | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Topics include evaluation and simplifying algebraic expressions, polynomials, factoring, integer exponents, rational expressions, solutions of linear equations and inequalities, quadratic equations and graphs of lines. Special fees apply. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MATH F105 (37864) | Intermediate Algebra | Paul Atkins | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Topics include expressions, equations and applications involving linear, quadratic, rational and radical functions; graphs of linear and quadratic functions; functions and their inverses; introduction to exponential and logarithmic functions; and systems of linear equations. To matriculate to MATH F151X from MATH F105 a grade of B or higher is required. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MATH F105 (36600) | Intermediate Algebra | Victor Zinger | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Topics include expressions, equations and applications involving linear, quadratic, rational and radical functions; graphs of linear and quadratic functions; functions and their inverses; introduction to exponential and logarithmic functions; and systems of linear equations. To matriculate to MATH F151X from MATH F105 a grade of B or higher is required. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MATH F105 (36601) | Intermediate Algebra | Victor Zinger | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Topics include expressions, equations and applications involving linear, quadratic, rational and radical functions; graphs of linear and quadratic functions; functions and their inverses; introduction to exponential and logarithmic functions; and systems of linear equations. To matriculate to MATH F151X from MATH F105 a grade of B or higher is required. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MATH F113X (33660) | Numbers and Society | Hillary VanSpronsen | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Numbers and data help us understand our society. In this course, we develop mathematical concepts and tools to understand what numbers and data can tell us. Topics may include the mathematics of elections and voting, modeling population growth, financial mathematics, polls and surveying, and introductory probability and descriptive statistics. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MATH F114X (33661) | Patterns and Society | Hillary VanSpronsen | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Patterns are present in every aspect of daily life. In this course, we develop mathematical concepts and tools to understand what patterns can tell us. Topics may include dividing things fairly; determining efficient routes and schedules; analyzing networks and their properties; the mathematics of symmetry, fractal geometry, and patterns in nature. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MATH F122X (33663) | Essntl Precalc w/Applications | Latrice Bowman | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| A study of various classes of functions, exploring their numeric, algebraic and graphical aspects. Function classes include linear, quadratic, rational, exponential and logarithmic. This course is appropriate for students in programs relating to business and economics or life sciences or students intending to take MATH F230X. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MATH F151X (33665) | College Algebra for Calculus | Hillary VanSpronsen | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Quality Matters Certified Course: Study of algebraic, logarithmic and exponential functions; systems of equations; applications. COURSE DETAILS
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| MATH F152X (33666) | Trigonometry | John Egenolf | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| A study of trigonometric functions including graphing, identities, inverse trigonometric functions, solving equations and polar coordinates; applications. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MATH F156X (33668) | Precalculus | Latrice Bowman | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Various classes of functions and their graphs are explored numerically, algebraically and graphically. Function classes include polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric. Skills and concepts needed for calculus are emphasized. This class is intended for students intending to take MATH F251X. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MATH F251L (33671) | Calculus I Recitation | Hillary VanSpronsen | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Recitation section for Calculus I. Activities may include worksheets, quizzes and problem sessions associated with corresponding lecture material from MATH F251X. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MATH F251X (33673) | Calculus I | Hillary VanSpronsen | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| A first course in single-variable calculus. Topics include limits; continuity and differentiation of functions; applications of the derivative to graphing, optimization, and rates of change; definite and indefinite integration; and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MATH F252L (36622) | MATH F252X Recitation | Caleb Jurkowski | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
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| MATH F252X (33674) | Calculus II | Caleb Jurkowski | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Further topics in single-variable calculus, including techniques of integration; applications of integration; convergence of sequences and series; parameterized curves; and polar coordinates. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MATH F253X (33675) | Calculus III | Odile Bastille | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Multivariable calculus. Topics include vectors in 2- and 3-dimensions; differential calculus of functions of several variables; multiple integration; vector calculus, including Green's and Stokes' Theorem; and applications. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MATH F302 (33676) | Differential Equations | Caleb Jurkowski | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Nature and origin of differential equations, first order equations and solutions, linear differential equations with constant coefficients, systems of equations, power series solutions, operational methods, and applications. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MBA F607 (33677) | Human Resources Management | Kristina Racina | 2020-01-13 to 2020-03-08 |
| The study of the effective management of human resources in organizations to include employee planning and recruiting, selection and orientation, training and career development, performance evaluation, compensation, EEO, occupational safety and health, and labor relations. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MBA F617 (33678) | Organizational Theory/Managers | Richard Wolk | 2020-01-13 to 2020-03-08 |
| Quality Matters Certified Course: Overview of the history, concepts, literature and applications in organizational theory. Emphasis on applications and cases applying organizational theory concepts to management. COURSE DETAILS
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| MBA F632 (33679) | Project Management | Vicki Wrona | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course is designed to cover key components of project management fundamentals with emphasis on the project life cycle, project definition, project schedule and cost management, human resource allocation and the challenges facing project managers in every industry. We will focus on concepts, theories and best practices, while discussing managing and leading project teams in complex environments. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MBA F643 (33680) | Marketing Management | Margaret Keiper | 2020-03-09 to 2020-05-02 |
| Provides managerial approach to examining processes for identifying prospective opportunities, as well as review of marketing mix elements relating to planning, developing and implementing marketing plans. Topics include market segmentation, buyer behavior, product policy and strategy, pricing, promotion and sales force management, distribution channel policy, competitive behavior, market research and marketing ethics. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MBA F674 (33681) | New Venture Development | Ping Lan | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course will provide students with a venue for commercializing their own or selected innovative ideas through focused study in several key areas of entrepreneurship. The hands-on approach and experience will teach specific methods to assess and understand the industry, customers and competitors for a new venture. Students will then learn to translate those insights into a winning venture idea, a business model and a set of distinctive new products and services. With this venture strategy in hand, students will then learn how to best raise venture financing, how to write a power business plan and create a compelling pitch for investors. Topics in this course include the meaning of entrepreneurship, concept to new venture, opportunity and feasibility study, intellectual property protection, strategic management, marketing strategies, new venture financing and human capital management. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MBA F675 (33682) | Quantitat Methods for Managers | Betty Ross | 2020-01-13 to 2020-03-08 |
| An in-depth treatment of quantitative research methods in an applied context. The usefulness of those techniques to the managerial decision-making process. Research skills are presented as a set of tools that enable managers to make better decisions. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MBA F680 (33683) | Financial Markets and Strategy | Xiyu Zhou | 2020-03-09 to 2020-05-02 |
| Description of capital markets, development of the major financial theories that explain how to value financial instruments, and examination of how these theories can be used by corporations to evaluate real investments. How firms choose among the various instruments available to them for financing operations and how these instruments help firms manage risks. These corporate financial decisions are viewed as part of the overall corporate strategy of firms, affecting investment and operating strategies, product market strategies, and the ways in which executives are compensated. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MBA F690 (33684) | Corporate Strategy | Kimberly McGinnis | 2020-03-09 to 2020-05-02 |
| Quality Matters Certified Course: An integrative approach to strategy formation and implementation (decision-making) to achieve organization goals. Students will be introduced to theoretical perspectives and associated methodologies directed toward resolving the unstructured problems and opportunities which confront general managers at the highest levels of an organization. COURSE DETAILS
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| MSL F111L (37829) | MSL F111X Laboratory | Jennifer Reynolds | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
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| MSL F111X (33686) | The Oceans | Jennifer Reynolds | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Study of the oceans from the broad perspective offered by combining insights from biology, physics, chemistry and geology. Topics include the evolution of the oceans and marine life, forces acting on water and the resulting currents and waves, and relationships between the physics and chemistry of water bodies and their biological productivity. Societal questions related to fisheries management, global climate change and pollution will be discussed. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MSL F677 (36469) | Scientific Writing Techniques | Brenda Norcross | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Students learn to write scientifically with skill and clarity by practicing using easy-to-follow writing techniques to write and rewrite a draft manuscript. Topics include writing approaches, storytelling, outlines, style, grammar, punctuation, and editorial review. Most beneficial for graduate students writing theses, but provides excellent writing experience for new students. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MUS F103X (33688) | Music Fundamentals | Kathryn Eagles | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An introductory study of the language of music. Includes basic notation, melodic and rhythmic writing, scales, bass and treble clefs, and basic harmony. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MUS F103X (33689) | Music Fundamentals | Kathryn Eagles | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An introductory study of the language of music. Includes basic notation, melodic and rhythmic writing, scales, bass and treble clefs, and basic harmony. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| MUS F200X (33690) | Explorations in Music | Lisa Kljaich | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Quality Matters Certified Course: Understanding and appreciation of music through explorations of its diverse styles, influences and developments. Topics include the creative process, musical forms and expression, historical and cultural contexts and popular movements and trends. COURSE DETAILS
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| NRM F277 (36624) | Intro to Conservation Biology | Gino Graziano | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Introduction to the basic ecological, genetic, management, legal and historical developments in conservation biology and focused efforts to manage biological diversity resources, with a status review of important habitats and endangered species. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PHIL F102X (33696) | Introduction to Philosophy | Eduardo Wilner | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Survey of philosophers and problems in the Western tradition beginning with the ancient Greeks (Plato, Aristotle) and continuing with medieval (Anselm, Augustine, Aquinas) and modern European thinkers (Descartes, Hume, Kant, Nietzsche). Themes and topics may vary. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PHIL F322X (33697) | Ethics | Eduardo Wilner | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| "Ethic,"--from the Greek "ethos" meaning character, custom, usage--is the study of value distinctions. Examination of the nature of value judgments--their historical origins and philosophical assumptions--and exploration of the application of value distinctions to contemporary social, religious and scientific/technical. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PHYS F102X (33698) | Energy and Society | Tomas Marsik | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Exploring the concept of energy. Investigation of the sources, conversion, distribution and ultimate dispersion of energy, as well as the consequences of its use in the development and maintenance of modern society. May be used to fulfill part of the natural science requirement. Designed for non-science majors. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PLS F102 (33699) | Intro to Paralegal Studies | Deana Waters | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Sources of law in the American tripartite system of government, with emphasis on state and federal court systems. Substantive law is studied, including administrative law, business organization, civil procedure, contract, criminal, employment, family, probate, real estate and tort law. Introductory instruction in legal writing and legal research using online legal research databases. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PLS F105 (33700) | Ethics for Paralegals | Deana Waters | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Examination of the ethical obligations owed by both lawyers and paralegals to their clients, other lawyers, the court systems where they work and the general public. Alaska Rules of Professional Conduct and the canons of ethics promulgated by the two nationwide paralegal associations. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PLS F203 (33701) | Torts | Deana Waters | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Study of the essentials needed to effectively assist an attorney in the filing or defense of claims based on personal injury and property damage. A basic vocabulary of legal terminology associated with tort law is studied together with important statutes and case law. Emphasis on Alaska law. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PLS F215 (36314) | Contracts/Real Property | Edgar Husted | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Basic vocabulary and concepts essential to effectively assist an attorney with the preparation of contracts and real property transactions. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PLS F250 (35210) | Probate Law | Tessa Tate | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Basics of probate law and the uniform probate code. Includes the preparation and interpretation of wills, administration of decedent's estates, intestate succession laws, guardianships and other related probate matters. Focus on Alaska statutes and probate rules. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PS F100X (36494) | Political Economy | Jeremy Speight | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Evolution and operation of the American domestic political economy with consideration of market failures and government responses. Review of major issues in political economy such as inflation, poverty and budget deficits. Exploration of linkages between American and global systems. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PS F101X (37353) | H*Intro to Amer Govt & Politic | Brandon Boylan | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This is a broad survey course that exposes students to the key theories, methods and data used to describe and explain the U.S. political system. We examine the principles of governance, institutions and practices of American national government; the Constitution, federalism, interest groups, parties, public opinion and elections. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PS F300X (33703) | Ethics and Society | Jeremy Speight | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| What is the right thing to do? A presentation of important theories of values, morality and ethics. Application of theories to dilemmas of choice in the public world, such as euthanasia, abortion, animal rights, sexual morality and environmental ethics. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PS F447 (36495) | U.S. Environmental Politics | Chanda Meek | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| U.S. political institutions as they relate to making policies for protecting the quality of the natural environment. The politics of nuclear waste, endangered species, air and water pollution, and wilderness preservation. Analysis of the National Environmental Policy Act, sustainable development, limits to growth and other topics. Course is also available online. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PS F647 (36496) | U.S. Environmental Politics | Chanda Meek | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| U.S. political institutions as they relate to making policies for protecting the quality of the natural environment. The politics of nuclear waste, endangered species, air and water pollution, and wilderness preservation. Analysis of the National Environmental Policy Act, sustainable development, limits to growth and other topics. Course is also available online. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PS F650 (33706) | Comp Indigen Rights & Policies | Alexander Hirsch | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Comparative approach to analyzing Indigenous rights and policies in different nation-state systems. Multiple countries and specific policy developments examined for factors promoting or limiting self-determination. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PSY F101X (33708) | Introduction to Psychology | Jennifer Peterson | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Quality Matters Certified Course: Principles of general psychology emphasizing natural science and social science orientation. Cultural, environment, heredity and psychological basis for integrated behavior; visual, audition and the other senses; motivation and emotion; basic processes in learning, problem solving, and thinking; personality; psychological disorders -- their prevention and treatment, and therapeutic strategies. COURSE DETAILS
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| PSY F250 (33709) | Intro Stats for Social Science | Andrea Greenberg | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Statistics applied to social scientific topics. Includes descriptive statistics, frequency distributions, sampling distributions, elementary probability, estimation of population parameters, hypothesis testing (one and two sample problems), correlation, simple linear regression and one-way analysis of variance. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PSY F301 (33710) | Culture and Psychology | Ellen Lopez | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Examines cultural influences on human thought behavior; interactions of culture and self; multicultural experiences and intercultural relations. Presents a survey of historic and contemporary psychological research and theory on culture with a consideration of unique methodological challenges presented by cross-cultural psychological research. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PSY F304 (36497) | Personality | Inna Rivkin | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Psychological and social/cultural determinants of personality formation including appropriate theories in both areas. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PSY F337 (34838) | Sport Psychology | Courtney Miller | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Theoretical and practical applications of psychological issues related to participation in physical activities, including exercise adherence, performance enhancement, group dynamics, leadership and coaching behaviors, arousal/anxiety, intervention strategies and lifespan participation. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PSY F390 (33713) | Work Place Psychology | Cecile Lardon | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Application of psychological principles, theories and methods to issues related to work processes and work organizations. Includes employee selection, motivation, performance appraisal, decision-making, group dynamics, power and leadership, job design, and organizational change and development. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PSY F448 (33715) | Undstnd FASD Dgns Intr & Strat | Jennifer Wagaman | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This is an overview course designed to educate candidates about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: how they are acquired, current diagnostic strategies; intervention strategies within social services, therapeutic environments and school settings; and individual case management strategies. By the end of the course candidates should possess knowledge of working with children affected by fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, understand the psychosocial implications of this disorder, and be able to identify best possible strategies to accommodating and intervening with these individuals in a classroom setting. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PSY F480 (33716) | Qualitative Soc Sci Research | Ellen Lopez | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Introduction to classical and contemporary research within the qualitative (or interpretive) paradigm of social science. Discusses the theoretical frameworks, historical traditions, epistemological and ethical issues of qualitative approaches. Uses hands-on experience in the practicalities and excitement of a variety of methods for gathering qualitative data and conducting qualitative analysis. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PSY F485 (33717) | Senior Seminar | Dani Sheppard | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Synthesis and integration of knowledge and skills developed by psychology majors. Includes a general knowledge of psychology, a basic knowledge of the research process and methods, insights into the way culture, gender, ethnicity, social class, and other diversity issues influence research and practice in psychology. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| PSY F648 (33718) | Undstnd FASD Dgns Intr & Strat | Jennifer Wagaman | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This is an overview course designed to educate candidates about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: how they are acquired, current diagnostic strategies; intervention strategies within social services, therapeutic environments and school settings; and individual case management strategies. By the end of the course candidates should possess knowledge of working with children affected by fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, understand the psychosocial implications of this disorder, and be able to identify best possible strategies to accommodating and intervening with these individuals in a classroom setting. Research project required. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| RD F114 (36608) | Indigenous Ppls & N. Am. Laws | Jenny Jones | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Familiarize students with domestic law and how it affects Indigenous Peoples' governance in the United States. Special emphasis on Alaska Natives and the relationship between legal systems and those of the state and federal governments. Examination of how law is made and why Tribal laws differ from those in neighboring jurisdictions. Course uses asynchronous online delivery. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| SOC F101X (33721) | Introduction to Sociology | Mary Sunwood | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An introduction to the complex social arrangements guiding individual behavior and common human concerns in contrasting cultural contexts. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| SOC F202 (35530) | Sociology of Popular Culture | Sine Anahita | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| A critical examination of contemporary popular culture in sociological perspective. Introduces debates in the field of cultural sociology with special emphasis on the creation, distribution, consumption, and social impact of popular culture. Themes in course content will vary by semester including popular performances, leisure and entertainment, mass media, humor, food and fashion. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| SOC F250 (33722) | Intro Stats for Social Science | Andrea Greenberg | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Statistics applied to social scientific topics. Includes descriptive statistics, frequency distributions, sampling distributions, elementary probability, estimation of population parameters, hypothesis testing (one and two sample problems), correlation, simple linear regression and one-way analysis of variance. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| SOC F320 (33724) | Sociology of Gender | Sine Anahita | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Comprehensive survey of sociological inquiry and feminist revisions for studying gender in U.S. society and culture. Interrogates the meanings of gender and the interactional, cultural, organizational and institutional arrangements that underlie the social construction of gender and gender inequality. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| SOC F480 (36625) | Qualitative Soc Sci Research | Ellen Lopez | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Introduction to classical and contemporary research within the qualitative (or interpretive) paradigm of social science. Discusses the theoretical frameworks, historical traditions, epistemological and ethical issues of qualitative approaches. Uses hands-on experience in the practicalities and excitement of a variety of methods for gathering qualitative data and conducting qualitative analysis. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| SPAN F101X (33729) | Elementary Spanish I | Kimberly Stewart | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Introduction to the language and culture: development of competence and performance in the language through understanding, recognition and use of linguistic structures; increasing emphasis on listening comprehension and speaking; basic vocabulary of approximately 1,000 words; exploration of the cultural dimension, implicitly through language and explicitly through texts and audiovisual materials. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| SPAN F102X (33731) | Elementary Spanish II | Kimberly Stewart | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Introduction to the language and culture: development of competence and performance in the language through understanding, recognition and use of linguistic structures; increasing emphasis on listening comprehension and speaking; basic vocabulary of approximately 1,000 words; exploration of the cultural dimension, implicitly through language and explicitly through texts and audiovisual materials. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| SPAN F202 (33732) | Intermediate Spanish II | Kimberly Stewart | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Continuation of SPAN F201. Increasing emphasis on reading, writing and oral ability. Conducted in Spanish. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| SPAN F302 (36475) | Advncd Span Read & Litrey Comp | Marina Cuzovic-Severn | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An introduction to the understanding and analysis of Hispanic literature, with particular emphasis on the forms of written Spanish. Conducted in Spanish. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| SPRT F280 (36342) | Sport Leadership | Seth Jenny | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Provides leadership theory and develop leadership skills for application internal and external to their sport. Focus on the identification and development of leadership skills/abilities and application within the classroom, a sport and for an on-campus project. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| SPRT F281X (33734) | Intro to Sport Management | Jon Nachtigal | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Provides a basic understanding of the methods employed to manage amateur and professional sports organizations and the legal issues involved. Topics such as stadium financing, risk management contracts and human resource management, data collection, public versus private sector labor laws, collective bargaining and drug testing will be examined. Basic management techniques, theory and problems associated with the field sport management are discussed along with history and current trends in sport management. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| SPRT F481 (33735) | Entrtainmnt and Sprt Evnt Mgmt | Margaret Keiper | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course is designed to provide the student with knowledge pertaining to the various aspects of managing a public sport and/or entertainment event and their production. Topics discussed include economic impact, sponsorship, risk management, staff and volunteers, customer service, concessions, crowd management and technology. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| SPRT F482 (33736) | Sport Marketing | Jon Nachtigal | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course provides a decision-orientated overview of sport marketing management in sport organizations. This course is designed to acquaint students with comprehensive fundamental theories and issues in sport marketing, grounded within traditional marketing principles, and emphasizing unique application to the sport industry. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| SPRT F484 (36343) | Legal Aspects of SPRT | Mark Lasota | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course will focus on the three major areas of law that have a direct impact on the management of sport and recreation: tort liability and risk management; contract law; and constitutional law. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| SPRT F486 (37989) | Outdoor Rec Entrepreneurship | Mckenzie Mitchell | 2020-01-13 to 2020-03-08 |
| This course is an introduction in the development and management of outdoor recreation businesses. Topics covered include business plan development, financial structures, and risk management specific to remote recreation businesses commonly found in Alaska, such as big-game commercial services, sport fishing operations, remote expediting, and aviation-related services. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| STAT F200X (33737) | Elementary Statistics | Julie McIntyre | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Introduction to concepts and applications of elementary statistical methods. Topics include sampling and data analysis, descriptive statistics, elementary probability, probability and sampling distributions, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, correlation, and simple linear regression. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| STAT F698 (33738) | Non-thesis Research/Project | Julie McIntyre | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
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| SWK F305 (38116) | Social Welfare History | Retchenda George Bettisworth | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Analysis of social inequality and the U.S. social welfare system by tracing the historical development of government response to social inequality and exploring historical and persisting dilemmas in the provision of social welfare services. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| SWK F320 (33739) | Rural Social Work | Retchenda George Bettisworth | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| This course examines rural and small community life, its value systems, strengths and capacities, customs, political and economic structures and their implications for the lives of people in rural settings and for generalist social work practice. Special attention is given to differences in intervention and service provision in rural areas, particularly in rural, remote and Alaska Native communities. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| WGS F201X (33740) | Intro to Wmn's Gndr Sexuality | Mary Sunwood | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An interdisciplinary introduction to the field of women's gender and sexuality studies, that explores its development, subject matter and methodologies. Readings from studies that have become classic examples of the importance of gender in research in many disciplines are examined. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| WGS F320 (33741) | Sociology of Gender | Sine Anahita | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Comprehensive survey of sociological inquiry and feminist revisions for studying gender in U.S. society and culture. Interrogates the meanings of gender and the interactional, cultural, organizational and institutional arrangements that underlie the social construction of gender and gender inequality. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| WLF F694 (36412) | Decision Anlys for Consrvtn | Mark Lindberg | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
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| WRTG F068 (37164) | College Literacy Skills | Carolyn Stice | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Individualized instruction in writing and/or reading. Coursework can be designed to support specific courses or specific individuals as needed. This course does not fulfill the prerequisites for any other course. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| WRTG F110 (36312) | Intro. to College Writing | Kathleen Quick | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Intensive preparatory work in the college writing skills needed for WRTG F111X, including research, writing, revising and critical reading skills. Special fees apply. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| WRTG F111X (33743) | Writing Across Contexts | Gregory Hindy | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An introduction to writing strategies and processes for reading and responding to rhetorical situations across a variety of public and academic contexts. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| WRTG F111X (33744) | Writing Across Contexts | Carolyn Stice | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An introduction to writing strategies and processes for reading and responding to rhetorical situations across a variety of public and academic contexts. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| WRTG F211X (33746) | Writing and the Humanities | Hans Burger | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An introduction to what writing is and does and how people learn to do it in the humanities, with a focus on the disciplinary questions, methods and reasoning that shape the genres and writing practices in the field. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| WRTG F211X (33747) | Writing and the Humanities | Zoe Wise | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An introduction to what writing is and does and how people learn to do it in the humanities, with a focus on the disciplinary questions, methods and reasoning that shape the genres and writing practices in the field. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| WRTG F212X (33748) | Writing and the Professions | Derek Hinckley | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An introduction to what writing is and does and how people learn to do it in the professions, with a focus on the disciplinary questions, methods and reasoning that shape the genres and writing practices in the field. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| WRTG F212X (33749) | Writing and the Professions | Derek Hinckley | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An introduction to what writing is and does and how people learn to do it in the professions, with a focus on the disciplinary questions, methods and reasoning that shape the genres and writing practices in the field. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| WRTG F213X (33750) | Writing and the Sciences | Casie Cameron | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An introduction to what writing is and does and how people learn to do it in the social and natural sciences, with a focus on the disciplinary questions, methods and reasoning that shape the genres and writing practices in the field. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| WRTG F213X (33751) | Writing and the Sciences | Derek Hinckley | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| An introduction to what writing is and does and how people learn to do it in the social and natural sciences, with a focus on the disciplinary questions, methods and reasoning that shape the genres and writing practices in the field. COURSE DETAILS | |||
| WRTG F214X (33753) | Arguing Across Contexts | Maureen Sullivan | 2020-01-13 to 2020-05-02 |
| Instruction and practice in written research-supported arguments for a variety of audiences, with an emphasis on rhetorical strategies across a variety of public and academic contexts. COURSE DETAILS | |||