UPDATES: HAWAI‘I PACIFIC UNIVERSITY 2022-2023 ACADEMIC CATALOG

The Hawai‘i Pacific University Academic Catalog is published annually.  The purpose of this page is to provide information about the changes that have occurred between the previous 2021-2022 academic catalog and the 2022-2023 academic catalog.  All changes have been made to the 2022-2023 academic catalog and are listed below for reference.

Policy Updates:

Course Repeat Policy

Grading and Course Policies

Transfer of Credit Policies

Use of Courses to Meet University Graduation Requirements

Graduate Studies Overview: Academic Probation, Suspension, and Dismissal


General Education:

New courses added to the Upper-Division Writing requirement

New courses added to the Upper-Division Values requirement


New Programs:

Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity

Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity (Online)

Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics (Online Only)

Post Master's Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Online Only)


Updated Programs:

Associate of Science in Criminal Justice

Associate of Science in Cybersecurity

Associate of Science in Health Professions

Bachelor of Arts in Arts & Markets

Bachelor of Arts in English

Bachelor of Science in Biology

Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Bachelor of Social Work

Post Master’s Certificate in Adult-Gero Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Post Master’s Certificate in Family Nurse Practitioner

Master of Arts in Strategic Communication

Master of Business Administration

Master of Science in Nursing

Doctor of Nursing Practice


Retired Programs:

Associate of Science in Mathematics


New Minors:

Social Work Minor


Updated Minors:

Music Minor

Pre-Medical Studies Minor


Retired Minors:

Global Communication Minor


New Courses:

AL 3160 - Teaching Vocabulary

Prerequisite: C- or better in AL 2000 (concurrent enrollment allowed)

A course on the teaching of second language vocabulary based on knowledge of its form, meaning, and use. Students develop word analysis skills and explore the nature of meaning, the semantic relationship between words, and the interpretation of meaning in context. Students use this foundation to cultivate strategies and techniques to teach vocabulary to language learners.

Credit: 3


BUS 6000 - Seminar Series in Business

Prerequisite: Graduate Standing

This is a seminar course for College of Business speaker series that contains subject matter or content intended to address specialized issues that are contemporary within the general business field of study.

Credit: 0


CJ 1050 - Introduction to Criminal Justice

This course is an introductory survey of the American criminal justice system with a view to its social and institutional context and its structure and functioning. The course provides an overview of the foundations and components of the criminal justice system, including (substantive and procedural) criminal law, police, courts, and corrections. The main emphasis will be placed on the criminal justice process and how the various institutions of criminal justice interact. Key issues will be addressed as they arise at different stages of the process, such as the conflict between crime control and due process.

Credit: 3


CSCI 2651 - Python for the Sciences

Prerequisite: MATH 1140 or MATH 1150 or equivalent placement

The goal of this course is to develop Python programming competency for students in the Sciences and Engineering. Students will learn to write code using the basic constructs of selection, looping, functions, and list handling. They will work with key packages to support scientific computing: numpy, scipy, and plotting libraries. Other libraries will be explored in projects tailored to specific domains of student interest.

Credit: 3


CYBS 1000 - Cybersecurity Fundamentals

This course provides students with a broad foundation of information technology using lectures as well as hands-on lab exercises. Students who are interested in starting a career in IT, as well as those interested in the basics of IT for professional or personal development, are welcome to take this course. Having successfully completed this course, students will be prepared for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ certification.

Credit: 3


CYBS 3030 - Programming for Cybersecurity

Prerequisites: CSCI 1611 or CSCI 2911; and CYBS 3500

The purpose of this course is to introduce the students to the fundamental concepts of programming as needed by the cybersecurity professional. Students will learn the basic concepts of program design, data structures, programming, problem solving, programming logic, and fundamental design techniques for event-driven programs.

Credit: 3


CYBS 3070 - IT Systems Architecture

Prerequisites: CYBS 2210

This course introduces IT infrastructure issues for students majoring in cybersecurity. It covers topics related to both computer and systems architecture and communication networks, with an overall focus on the services and capabilities that IT infrastructure solutions enable in an organizational context. It gives the students the knowledge and skills that they need for communicating effectively with professionals whose special focus is on hardware and systems software technology, and for designing organizational processes and software solutions that require in-depth understanding of the IT infrastructure capabilities and limitations.

Credit: 3


CYBS 3250 - Cloud+ Security

Prerequisites: CYBS 1000, CYBS 2210, and CYBS 2220

This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills required to incorporate and manage cloud technologies as part of broader systems operations. Students will learn to weave together solutions that meet specific business needs and work in a variety of different industries. The course focuses on new technologies that support the changing cloud market as more organizations depend on cloud-based technologies to run mission critical systems. It validates the skills needed to deploy and automate secure cloud environments that support the high availability of business systems and data.

Credit: 3


CYBS 3300 - Windows and Linux Server Security

Prerequisites: CYBS 1000 and CYBS 2210

This course provides an in-depth examination of Windows and Linux servers. Students will learn to manage servers, configure operating systems, and implement virtualization. They will apply network security techniques, manage disaster recovery, and implement backup procedures. Students will also diagnose and resolve server hardware, software, security, and connectivity issues. The course focuses on multi-vendor products and is based on information technology industry standards. The course explores the skills of professionals who install, manage, and troubleshoot servers in data centers and cloud computing environments.

Credit: 3


CYBS 3350 - Hackathon

Prerequisites: CYBS 3500

Hackathons provide participants with a means to use their design, development, analysis, and presentation skills to create novel solutions for challenges that people and organizations face. This course will prepare you to participate in one or more of these challenges, giving you the opportunity to use your tech and people skills to provide a positive impact on society.

Credit: 3


CYBS 3500 - Secure Web Application Development

Prerequisites: CYBS 2203 and CSCI 3301

The course will cover web application development with particular emphasis on security and usability. Students will receive a strong background in JavaScript to build their web applications. Other topics include a review of basic HTML, CSS, frameworks, other web development languages, and database back ends.

Credit: 3


CYBS 3600 - Database Administration

Prerequisites: CSCI 3301

This course provides students with an intensive introduction to the world of a database administrator (DBA) within an enterprise. Students will explore typical DBA tasks regarding setting up the database environment, designing and implementing an efficient database structure, managing database security, privacy, and performance, and planning for expansion and business continuity.

Credit: 3


CYBS 3620 - Computer Systems Forensics

Prerequisites: CSCI 3640 and LAW 3720 (concurrent enrollment allowed).

This course is an in-depth study of computer system forensics including methodologies used for analysis of computer security breaches. Forensics is the use of science and technology to investigate and establish facts in criminal or civil courts of law. The student will be introduced to digital forensics and practiced by local, state, and federal law enforcement. Assignments will reinforce the theory presented in the lecture and will provide students with hands-on experience using well-known, publicly available, digital forensic tools. Students will work on one of two separate networks dedicated to cybersecurity teaching and research.

Credit: 3


CYBS 3750 - Ethical Hacking

Prerequisites: CYBS 2210, CYBS 2220, CYBS 2230, CYBS 2240

In this course students will learn vulnerability scanning, passive and active reconnaissance, and vulnerability management. This course provides an in-depth examination of network attacks, wireless attacks, application-based attacks, and attacks on cloud computing systems. Students will learn to identify scripts in multiple software deployments, analyze various scripts and code samples, explain the tools used in a penetration test, and perform post-exploitation procedures. Students will also explore penetration testing skills for traditional physical environments, cloud computing environments, web applications, and the Internet of Things (IoT).

Credit: 3


CYBS 3990 - Internship

Prerequisites: At least a 2.7 GPA for undergraduate level

Internships provide students with applied, experiential learning opportunities so that they can make connections between academic study and the practical application of that study in a professional work environment. Academic internships are supervised by a faculty member and an on-site professional supervisor. All academic internships must be approved in advance by the department or program. Unless stipulated otherwise by the department or program, credit hours are defined by the university's credit hour policy (for example, a 3-credit internship will require a minimum of 120 hours onsite). Internships may be repeated for a total of 9 credit hours.

Credit: 3


CYBS 3998 - Special Topics in Cybersecurity

Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in any WCIL1 course, or HON 1000, or a score of 630+ in SAT Evidence Based Reading or Writing, or a score of 28+ in ACT English.

This course will cover specialized or emerging topics in cybersecurity that are not covered elsewhere in the Cybersecurity program as well as provide the opportunity to keep the program current by introducing new and in-demand topics in cybersecurity. This course can be repeated twice by the student if the topic of the course is different.

Credit: 3


CYBS 4900 - Seminar in Cybersecurity

Prerequisites: Instructor Permission.

This course serves to synthesize the knowledge gained from each course in the cybersecurity program. The course provides students with an integration of acquired knowledge of theory to practical application. The goal is to apply principles of interagency cooperation, critical thinking, and systems approaches to solve practical problems in the cybersecurity environment. Students will assess the impact of their education experience on their professional competency and values, critical thinking, problem solving, communication, information utilization, and collaboration skills. Topics include problem solving, case study and analysis, teamwork, and professional writing.

Credit: 3


ED 6463 - Economics for Hawaii Teachers

Prerequisite: Graduate standing. Chair/Dean approval required.

This course provides an introduction to teaching economics. The course is aimed at both future and current Hawaii social studies and economics teachers. The course will provide instruction on the economic principles in the National Council for Economic Education’s Voluntary Content Standards in Economics. Included within these standards are disciplinary concepts of the C3 Framework for Economics such as; (1) Economic Decision Making, (2) Exchange and Markets, (3) The National Economy, and (4) The Global Economy. The course will also present an overview of the economic history of Hawaii, explore strategies for incorporating economic content into existing curriculums, and provide materials and on-going support for teaching economics content. This elective course cannot be used to satisfy subject matter concentration requirements for teaching licensure.

Credit: 3


ENGR 1500 - Design Project Experience I

This course gives students the opportunity to advance their professional development as Engineers. Students will have the option to work together with their Engineering peer mentors or the Engineering faculty to learn technical knowledge and know-hows as needed. The premise is to expose students to the Engineering design process early in the program to foster creative and innovative thinking while gaining technical knowledge. The students will be required to submit a short report (1-page max). The course is taken typically during the Freshmen year in the program. Repeatable for up to 2 credits.

Credit: 1


ENGR 2500 - Design Project Experience II

Prerequisites: ENGR 1500 or instructor approval.

This course gives students the opportunity to advance their professional development as Engineers. Students will have the option to work together with their Engineering peer mentors or the Engineering faculty to learn and apply technical knowledge and know-hows as needed. The premise is to expose students to, and engage students in, the Engineering design process early in the program to foster creative and innovative thinking while gaining technical knowledge. The students will be required to submit a short report (1-page max). The course is taken typically during the Sophomore year in the program. Repeatable for up to 2 credits.

Credit: 1


ENGR 4999 - Special Topics in Engineering

Prerequisite: Instructor approval

This course explores state-of-the-art multidisciplinary and/or interdisciplinary current practices and research in engineering. Topics are chosen at the discretion of the faculty, and may include: fundamentals of sensor design, ultrasound systems, renewable energy source design and construction, advances in data communications, advances in nanotechnology and electronics, smart devices, advances in systems control such as in building solutions and exploration (aerospace, space), and latest techniques in multimedia signal processing. Repeatable up to 12 times if topics are different.

Credit: 3


ENGT 2101 - Biomaterials Lab

Prerequisite: ENGT 2100 (concurrent enrollment allowed).

Students will be introduced to the major types of biomaterials widely used in today’s world. Students will evaluate the physical and chemical properties of some important biomaterials with special emphasis to the bioavailability and biocompatibility issues in organisms.

Credit: 1


ENGT 2201 - Bioprocesses Lab

Prerequisite: ENGT 2200 (concurrent enrollment allowed).

Students will design and execute simple lab scale experiments to learn the following topics: estimation of cell mass; different phases of microbial growth; mass and energy balance in a typical bioconversion process; concept of limiting nutrient and its effect on cell/microbial growth.

Credit: 1


HIST 3999 - Special Topics in History

This course addresses unique and special topics. Consequently, both course content and instructor will vary. Possible topics might include: gender, world history, race, politics, society, the world at war, the American experience, the Asia-Pacific, or other thematic or regionally-focused courses. Repeatable for up to 9 credits when topic varies.

Credit: 3


LAW 3720 - Cybersecurity Laws, Ethics & Compliance

Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in any WCIL 2 course or HON 1000

This course explores ethical norms around cybersecurity; covers relevant laws, regulations, and standards; and explains how organizations meet requirements to comply with them. We discuss how laws and technology intersect in the context of international, national, and local judicial structures, as organizations safeguard information systems from cyberattacks. Students will be introduced to professional codes of conduct and ethical standards, including breach notification requirements by state, national, and international governing authorities.

Credit: 3


MARS 4120 - Coral Reef Ecology and Conservation

Prerequisite: BIOL 3080

Coral reef biology, ecology, and conservation are broadly covered through lecture and group discussion of primary literature and contemporary issues. Emphasizing Hawaiian reef ecosystems, topics include coral taxonomy, anatomy, reproduction, symbiosis, biogeography, evolutionary history, reef accretion or loss due to natural and anthropogenic disturbances. Discussions focus on global climate change and ocean acidification impacts on coral reef organisms, and contemporary ideas on how to address the ongoing crisis facing coral reef ecosystems from a conservation perspective.

Credit: 3


MATH 3600 - Mathematics for Data Science

Prerequisite: MATH 3305; MATH 1123 or BIOL 3090 or MATH 3470 or PSY 2100 or consent of instructor

This course covers the mathematics behind a variety of data science concepts and techniques, including (deep) neural networks and Google's page rank algorithm. Its goal is to foster an understanding that promotes effective and efficient use of Data Science methods as well as innovation in the field. A programming language such as Python, together with relevant Data Science libraries, like TensorFlow, will be used.

Credit: 3


MC 3760 - Integrated Campaigns

Prerequisite: MC 1000 and any upper-division MC course.

An overview of organizational promotional strategies including planning, budgeting, media selection, message design, and timing. Case studies illustrate using mass media special events, in-store displays, advertising, public relations, and visual communication to affect audience behavior. Industry dynamics, controversies, trends and implications are analyzed.

Credit: 3


MGMT 3061 - Business Law and Ethics

This course examines the role of the law and ethical decision making on business ownership and management, and the impact of these business decisions on society at large. Topics focus on ethical doctrines and general business law topics including torts, contracts, consumer law, property law, employment law, environmental law, and international law.

Credit: 3


MULT 3780 - Global Documentary

Prerequisite: MULT 1050 or MULT 1100.

This course explores the history, theories, production practices and ethical considerations of documentary filmmaking. Topics include how documentary filmmaking evolved; close textual analysis of documentary films; ethical issues of the documentary mode; and practical applications, including subject research, narrative development, camera operations, lens choices, lighting, collaboration, budgeting, producing, and postproduction. The course provides students with the knowledge, insights, and skill set needed to research and develop a documentary film project while facilitating the development of the student’s cinematic voice and vision. This is a project-based course, and the final outcome includes a documentary pitch package and short film.

Credit: 3


MUS 3020 - Vocal Pedagogy

Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in any WCIL 2 course or HON 1000.

MUS 3020 Vocal Pedagogy is a survey of the study of the human voice and its expressive potential through readings, listening, analyses, observations, and student-guided voice lessons. The course will cover important vocal concepts such as anatomy, alignment, respiration, phonation, resonance, acoustics, vocal health and disorders, changing voice, aging voice, and each issue’s corresponding pedagogy.

Credit: 3


NUR 2300 - Pharmacology

Prerequisite: Confirmed Placement Request, or accepted Level 1 Nursing Application.

An introduction to the use of drugs to diagnose, prevent, or treat disease. This course includes dosage calculation which emphasizes critical thinking techniques to effectively, accurately, and safely calculate dosages of medications.

Credit: 3


NUR 6026 - Psychopharmacology Across the Lifespan

Course Restricted to: Psychiatric/Mental Health Graduate Nursing Students

Facilitates the Psychiatric/Mental Health APRN (TCN-focused) through complex role of prescribing psychotropic medications to clients in differing settings. The application of evidence-based knowledge of psychopharmacological principles to treat specific psychiatric conditions is emphasized. Management of iatrogenic/trophicogenic problems caused by pharmacologic agents is explored. Neuropsychiatric development, brain function, neuroanatomy and neurophysiology are examined relational to pharmacologic agents.

Credit: 3


NUR 6970 - Advanced Practice Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing I

Prerequisite: NUR 6026; Graduate standing in nursing.

Course Restrictions: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Students

Facilitates the Psychiatric/Mental Health APRN for the complex role of providing mental health care and crisis intervention to adults/geriatric adults of differing social, economic, and cultural backgrounds within a recovery framework. Cultural assessment, psychiatric assessment and diagnosis, differential diagnosis and co-morbidities are incorporated throughout the course. Treatment and management of mental health disorders using a variety of modalities and interventions with emphasis on communication theory and group theory focused on recovery are explored. Synthesis of evidence-based, recovery focused management in concert with social, cultural, environmental, spiritual, and physical needs of the patient and family are emphasized.

Credit: 3


NUR 6971 - Advanced Practice Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing I Practicum

Prerequisite: NUR 6970; Graduate standing in nursing.

Course Restrictions: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Students

Facilitates the Psychiatric/Mental Health APRN for the complex role of providing mental health care and crisis intervention to adults/geriatric adults of differing social, economic, and cultural backgrounds within a recovery framework. Cultural assessment, psychiatric assessment and diagnosis, differential diagnosis and co-morbidities are incorporated throughout the course. Treatment and management of mental health disorders using a variety of modalities and interventions with emphasis on communication theory and group theory focused on recovery are explored. Synthesis of evidence-based, recovery focused management in concert with social, cultural, environmental, spiritual, and physical needs of the patient and family are emphasized.

Credit: 5


NUR 6972 - Advanced Practice Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing II

Prerequisite: NUR 6970; Graduate standing in nursing.

Course Restrictions: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Students

Facilitates the Psychiatric/Mental Health APRN for the complex role of providing mental health nursing care and crisis intervention to children, adolescents and families of differing social, economic, and cultural backgrounds within a recovery framework. Cultural assessment, psychiatric assessment and diagnosis, differential diagnosis and co-morbidities are incorporated throughout course. Treatment and management of mental health disorders using a variety of modalities and interventions with emphasis on communication theory focused on recovery are explored. Synthesis of evidence-based, recovery focused management in concert with social, cultural, environmental, spiritual, and physical needs of children, adolescents and families are emphasized.

Credit: 3


NUR 6973 - Advanced Practice Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing II Practicum

Prerequisite: NUR 6971 and NUR 6972; Graduate standing in nursing.

Course Restrictions: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Students

Practicum II facilitates the Psychiatric/Mental Health APRN student in the complex role of providing mental health nursing care and crisis intervention to children, adolescents and families of differing social, economic, and cultural backgrounds within a recovery framework. Cultural assessment, psychiatric assessment and diagnosis, differential diagnosis and co-morbidities are incorporated throughout course. Treatment and management of mental health disorders using a variety of modalities and interventions with emphasis on communication theory focused on recovery are explored. Synthesis of evidence-based, recovery focused management in concert with social, cultural, environmental, spiritual, and physical needs of the patient and family are emphasized.

Credit: 5


NUR 6974 - Advanced Practice Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing III

Prerequisite: NUR 6972; Graduate standing in nursing.

Course Restrictions: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Students

Facilitates Psychiatric/Mental Health APRN student in the complex role of providing recovery-focused, mental health nursing care to clients with chronic, and complex psychiatric needs of differing social, economic, and cultural backgrounds. Emphasis on medication and therapeutic management of clients across the lifespan while integrating evidence-based, recovery-focused approaches. The student builds upon the knowledge and concepts developed/learned in NUR6970 and NUR6972 and more in-depth exploration of treating those with complex psychiatric/mental health needs with a view toward recovery focused interventions. Examination of the forensic, social, cultural, physical, economic, familial, spiritual and societal impacts of severe mental illness incorporates local and world views as well as advocacy opportunities for the Psychiatric/Mental Health APRN. Synthesis of evidence-based, recovery-focused management in concert with social, cultural, environmental, spiritual, and physical needs of these clients is explored.

Credit: 3


NUR 6975 - Advanced Practice Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing III Practicum

Prerequisite: NUR 6973 and NUR 6974; Graduate standing in nursing.

Course Restrictions: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Students

Practicum III facilitates Psychiatric/Mental Health APRN student for the complex role of providing recovery focused mental health care to clients with chronic and complex psychiatric needs of differing social, economic, and cultural backgrounds. Emphasis is on medication and therapeutic management of clients across the lifespan while integrating evidence-based, recovery-focused approaches. The student builds upon the knowledge and concepts developed/learned in NUR6970 and NUR6972 and more in-depth exploration of treating those with severe mental illness (SMI) with a view toward recovery-focused interventions. Examination of the forensic, social, cultural, physical, economic, familial, spiritual and societal impacts of severe mental illness incorporates local and world views as well as advocacy opportunities for the Advanced PMH NP. Synthesis of evidence-based, recovery focused management in concert with forensic, social, cultural, environmental, spiritual, and physical needs of these clients is explored.

Credit: 5


NUR 8080 - Analytical Methods for Evidence-Based Practice

Prerequisite: Admission to the DNP program

This course is designed to provide the foundation for applying and implementing research by exploring the nature of inquiry and evaluating designs, methods, and measurements of evidence. Topics of validity, reliability, generalizability, rigor, and trustworthiness will be addressed in this course. Appropriate statistical analysis used to predict and analyze health care outcomes will be presented. Evaluating and using output from statistical computing software are also addressed.

Credit: 3


PSY 7705 - Practicum V

Restricted to students in the Doctorate of Clinical Psychology program

In the six-semester Practicum sequence, students will be placed in a series of increasingly challenging internal and external placements, through which they will acquire hands-on training and experience in conducting psychological assessments and interventions, as well as other approved activities, in a range of settings and with a range of clients. In addition to approximately 16-20 hours per week of on-site practicum experience and individual face-to-face supervision with their practicum site supervisor, students will engage in weekly group supervision on campus in which they may further discuss and process issues arising from their placements with PsyD program faculty and peers. Didactic sessions (concurrent with group supervision) may focus on aspects of assessment, case formulation, treatment planning, and intervention that have been raised in group supervision.

Credit: 3


PSY 7706 - Practicum IV

Restricted to students in the Doctorate of Clinical Psychology program

In the six-semester Practicum sequence, students will be placed in a series of increasingly challenging internal and external placements, through which they will acquire hands-on training and experience in conducting psychological assessments and interventions, as well as other approved activities, in a range of settings and with a range of clients. In addition to approximately 16-20 hours per week of on-site practicum experience and individual face-to-face supervision with their practicum site supervisor, students will engage in weekly group supervision on campus in which they may further discuss and process issues arising from their placements with PsyD program faculty and peers. Didactic sessions (concurrent with group supervision) may focus on aspects of assessment, case formulation, treatment planning, and intervention that have been raised in group supervision.

Credit: 3


PSY 7810 - Advanced Statistics

Restricted to students in the Doctorate of Clinical Psychology program

This course introduces statistical analysis in both application and interpretation, within behavioral science. Emphasis on scientific measurement and interpretation of behavior and mental processes through mathematical objectivity. Statistical concepts include identification of appropriate data analysis, computation of statistical work problems by hand, data entry, data management, and statistical analyses using SPSS. Review of basic statistical concepts, learning advanced concepts, and introduction to advanced modeling will be covered

Credit: 3


PSY 7815 - Multicultural Competence

Restricted to students in the Doctorate of Clinical Psychology program

This course is an introduction to the psychological principles, theories, and applications of multiculturalism. Students will be required to examine one’s own sense of self and others’ identity, beliefs and assumptions, and behaviors from a multicultural perspective. Theories, research, and skills will be explored so that students can acquire the necessary multicultural competencies for effective work with children and adolescents from diverse backgrounds (i.e., culture, race, ethnicity, class, & gender) in multicultural environments (i.e., public schools, community organizations).

Credit: 3


PSY 7820 - Evaluation of Treatment Effectiveness

Restricted to students in the Doctorate of Clinical Psychology program

This course will teach the contemporary psychological approaches to assessment, treatment planning, and intervention based in biopsychosocial systems and evidence-based interventions. Major areas will include mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance abuse and addictive disorders, personality disorders, and other serious mental disorders such as schizophrenia. Emphasis on multicultural and ecological contexts in planning and conducting multifaceted interventions for change will be covered. Moreover applicable research designs, e.g., single-subject designs, will be taught and applied.

Credit: 3


PSY 7825 - Quantitative Research Methods

Restricted to students in the Doctorate of Clinical Psychology program

This graduate course introduces basic research methodology and experimental design used in psychological science. Covers methods of empirical research, particularly applicable to clinical and counseling situations, primary emphasis on interpretation, evaluation and application of published research in professional settings. Topics include the use of human participants in research, reliability and validity, observational methods, and survey and longitudinal designs. Students will be able to distinguish research designs that permit causal inferences from those that do not, evaluate the appropriateness of conclusions derived from psychological research as well as communicate strengths and limitations of various research designs.

Credit: 3


PSY 8000 - Risk Management in Clinical Practice

Restricted to students in the Doctorate of Clinical Psychology program

The practice of professional psychology can be risky for practitioners, especially those new to practice. Risk can arise from many sources, from high-peril clients to inattentiveness, to details in completing paperwork. This course will teach students to recognize risk, whatever the source, and to make appropriate ethical, legal, and clinical decisions that minimize risk of patient harm, physical harm to the clinician, and potential disciplinary or legal actions.

Credit: 3


PSY 8730 - Crisis Intervention and Trauma

Restricted to students in the Doctorate of Clinical Psychology program

This course will provide an overview of the psychological impact of crisis and trauma across the lifespan, including cultural and historical trauma. It includes theories of trauma from the Greco-Roman period to today, the multifaceted, biopsychosocial nature of trauma and traumatic stress, the effect of trauma on individuals and systems, and the concepts of resilience and posttraumatic growth. It reviews evidence-based assessment and trauma-focused intervention for conditions such as PTSD, as well as trauma-informed interventions and practice, crisis interventions, and disaster response, and self-care issues for psychologists practicing in this field

Credit: 3


PSY 8800 - Dissertation Preparation

Restricted to students in the Doctorate of Clinical Psychology program

This course will provide guidance for the student who is beginning to plan their dissertation. Through seminars, interactive exercises, and group supervision, students will generate and develop research questions and hypotheses, begin a preliminary literature review, develop their methodology, and begin writing their proposal and IRB protocol. Through a process of two-way interviews, they will also select a dissertation chair and committee members. At the end of this course, students will submit their formal dissertation proposal for approval.

Credit: 2


PSY 8814 - Advanced Topics in Psychopathology, Assessment, and Intervention

Restricted to students in the Doctorate of Clinical Psychology program

Intensive review of selected topics in the areas of psychopathology, assessment, and intervention. Course content and prerequisites will vary as set forth in an approved syllabus. Indicative topics include: Humanistic, Existential, and Experiential Therapies, Personality Disorders, Psychological Treatment of Physical Health Conditions and Issues, Child and Family Therapy, Substance Abuse, Neuropsychological Assessment, Psychopharmacology, Behavioral Medicine, and Forensic Psychology.

Credit: 3


Updated Courses:

ARTS 3000 - Arts Entrepreneurship

Course description updated from Students will explore a variety of interdisciplinary case studies in music business, visual arts marketing, theatre, film and media, talent public relations, event production, nonprofit and performing arts through the creative lens of entrepreneurship and emotional intelligence. Additional resources within analyzing periods of economic uncertainty and heightened social entrepreneurship will be included. Utilizing a framework of the Business Model Canvas stemming from a Nonprofit Organization viewpoint, the midterm is a written paper and the final takeaway is project based. Class participation and discussion are essential for seminar completion. to Students will explore a variety of interdisciplinary case studies in music business, visual arts marketing, theater, film and media, talent public relations, event production, nonprofit and performing arts through the creative lens of entrepreneurship and emotional intelligence. Utilizing a framework of the Business Model Canvas, stemming from a Nonprofit Organization and Public Good Entity viewpoint, the final takeaway is project-based. Project options include but are not limited to a creation/design of a new arts organization, self-career projection portfolio, pitch deck of an entrepreneurial initiative, or other project topic as discussed and approved by the professor. Class participation and discussion are essential for seminar completion.


ARTS 3020 - Introduction to Painting

Course prerequisite updated from Any ARTS or ARTH course to ARTS 2010


BIOL 3081 - Ecology Laboratory

Course prerequisite updated to BIOL 2053; BIOL 3080 (concurrent enrollment allowed); MATH 1123 (concurrent enrollment allowed) or BIOL 3090 (concurrent enrollment allowed).

Course description updated to Laboratory component of BIOL 3080. An introduction to the collection and analysis of data pertaining to the distribution and abundance of organisms, and the writing of scientific papers. Includes the critical reading and evaluation of the scientific literature.


BIOL 4950 - Biology Practicum

Course description updated to Practicum research for students working on special topics in biology under the direction of the biology faculty. Repeatable up to 12 credits.


CJ 2060 - Justice Systems

Prerequisite updated from PSCI 1400 to PSCI 1400 and CJ 1050


CJ 3070 - Justice Management

Prerequisite updated from A grade C- or higher in WC&IL II course and any lower-division criminal justice course to A grade C- or higher in WC&IL II; and CJ 1050


CJ 3300 - Criminal Procedures

Prerequisite updated from A grade of C- or higher in any WC&IL II course and any lower-division criminal justice course to A grade C- or higher in WC&IL II; and CJ 1050


CJ 3320 - Corrections: Processes and Programs

Prerequisite updated from A grade of C- or higher in any WC&IL II course and any lower-division criminal justice course to A grade C- or higher in WC&IL II; and CJ 1050


CJ 3500 - Criminal Law

Prerequisite updated from A grade of C- or higher in any WC&IL II course and any lower-division criminal justice course to A grade C- or higher in WC&IL II; and CJ 1050


CJ 3530 - Juvenile Deviancy and Justice

Prerequisite updated from A grade of C- or higher in any WC&IL II course and any lower-division criminal justice course to A grade C- or higher in WC&IL II; and CJ 1050


COM 6990 - Internship

Prerequisite updated to COM 6000 and COM 6050; at least 3.0 GPA.

Course description updated to Internships provide students with applied, experiential learning opportunities so that they can make connections between academic study and the practical application of that study in a professional work environment. Academic internships are supervised by a faculty member and an on-site professional supervisor. All academic internships must be approved in advance by the department or program. Unless stipulated otherwise by the department or program, credit hours are defined by the university's credit hour policy. Internships may be repeated for a total of 6 credit hours.


CSCI 2911 - Computer Science I

Course description updated to The fundamentals of algorithmic problem solving, plus structured and object-oriented programming using the Java language. Topics include problem analysis and decomposition; stepwise refinement; pseudocode and charting techniques; basic control structures and data types; regular expressions and data validation; modularization and parameter passing; object-oriented design and classes; ASCII text files; arrays and ArrayLists; testing and debugging. CSCI 2916 lab reinforces these topics with extensive programming assignments.


CSCI 2912 - Computer Science II

Course description updated to An intermediate problem-solving and programming course using the Java programming language. Topics include composite and abstract data structures; GUIs and event-driven programming; inheritance and polymorphism; abstract classes and methods; interfaces; error handling using exceptions; binary files; recursion; and key software engineering practices such as: defensive programming, documentation, code design based on user specification, refinement, and testing. These topics are reinforced through extensive programming assignments. This course builds on CSCI 2911 and provides foundational material for CSCI 2913.


CSCI 2916 - Computer Science I Lab

Course description updated to Lab component to accompany CSCI 2911. This course will provide directed lab projects for students to exercise and to reinforce their understanding of the content of CSCI 2911 and to develop their skills in creating and debugging computer programs.


CSCI 3101 - Algorithms

Course description updated to This course covers the analysis and design of algorithms. Good algorithm design is crucial for software performance. Topics include: efficiency analysis; big-O, omega, and theta notation for asymptotic upper, lower, and tight bounds on algorithm time complexity; recurrence equations; proof by induction and contradiction; brute-force, greedy, and divide-and-conquer algorithms; sorting algorithms including heapsort, mergesort, quicksort; graphs, trees, heaps; breadth and depth-first search; Dijkstra’s shortest-path algorithm; minimum spanning trees, Prim’s algorithm; maximum network flow; dynamic programming; NP-complete problems and the P and NP classes; and the halting problem as an example of a provably unsolvable problem. In-depth programming assignments.


CSCI 3401 - Data Communications

Course description updated to An introduction to fundamental concepts in the design and implementation of computer communication networks, their protocols, and applications. Topics to be covered include: overview of network architectures, applications (HTTP, FTP, SMTP, POP3), network programming interfaces (e.g., sockets), transport (TCP, UDP), flow control, congestion control, IP, routing, data link protocols, error detection/correction, multiple access, LAN, Ethernet, wireless networks, and cloud/edge computing.


CSCI 3601 - Operating Systems

Course description updated to An introductory course on the design and implementation of operating systems. The course describes concepts of operating systems in terms of functions, structure, and implementation. Topics include process coordination, parallel vs. concurrent processes, deadlocks, memory management, device management, file systems, virtual machines, and network and distributed operating systems. Illustrates concepts with examples from existing operating systems. Concepts reinforced through computer simulations.


ENG 3300 - Theoretical Perspectives

Course description updated to Courses in the 3300 series explore ways theories shape interpretations in both academe and everyday life. Contemporary theories are usually emphasized, but a study of earlier, alternative, minority, indigenous, and non-Western approaches may also be included. Selected themes and foci will be reflected in each course title. Repeatable for a total of six credits when the focus has changed.


ENGB 3002 updated to ENGB 4001

Course Prerequisite updated to BIOL 3170, CHEM 2050, and ENGB 3001.


ENGB 4002 - Tissue Engineering

Course Prerequisites updated to ENGB 4001


ENVS 6060 - Geographical Information Systems 2: Spatial Analysis

Course Prerequisite updated to ENVS 6032 or permission of instructor. Graduate standing.


ENGT 2001 updated to ENGT 2100

Course Prerequisite updated to CHEM 2050, ENVS 2000, BIOL 2050, and ENGT 2101 (concurrent enrollment allowed).


ENGT 2002 updated to ENGT 2200

Course Prerequisite updated to BIOL 2050, CHEM 2050, and ENVS 2000, and ENGT 2201 (concurrent enrollment allowed).


HON 2100 - Sophomore Honors Seminar II

Course Prerequisite updated to HON 1100

Course description updated to Honors 2100 takes skills developed in freshman honors courses and applies them in an interdisciplinary analysis of critical and enduring issues. Students will grapple with important texts and ideas which require careful analysis and reflection. Courses are team taught by faculty from differing disciplines and topics will vary depending on the instructors.


HON 2200 - Sophomore Honors Seminar III

Course Prerequisite updated to HON 1100

Course description updated to Honors 2200 takes skills developed in freshman honors courses and applies them in an interdisciplinary analysis of critical and enduring issues. Students will grapple with important texts and ideas which require careful analysis and reflection. Courses are team taught by faculty from differing disciplines and topics will vary depending on the instructors.


INTR 4900 - Senior Seminar in International Studies

Prerequisite updated to PSCI 2100 or SOC 3100; and two upper-division PSCI or INTR courses


MARS 3000 - General Oceanography

Course title updated from General Oceanography I to General Oceanography

Course description updated to An introduction to geological, physical and chemical oceanography. Topics include: earth history, plate tectonics, geophysics, geochemistry, marine sediments, physical properties of salt water, major and minor components of seawater, ocean-atmosphere interactions, weather and climate, ocean circulation, waves, tides, and coastal oceanography.


MARS 3001 - General Oceanography I Lab

Course prerequisite updated to MARS 1020 (concurrent enrollment allowed) and MARS 3000 (concurrent enrollment allowed); BIOL 2053 or CHEM 2053.

Course description updated to Laboratory and field component of MARS 3000. Students will practice making oceanographic measurements and will summarize their findings in scientific reports.


MARS 3002 - Ocean Biology

Course title updated to Ocean Biology

Course prerequisite updated to BIOL 2052 or CHEM 2052

Course description updated to An introduction to biological oceanography and marine biology. This course surveys the vast biodiversity of the oceans from marine viruses and bacteria to invertebrates, fishes, marine reptiles, mammals, and seabirds. Topics include spatial and temporal patterns of productivity, food webs, energetics, ecology and evolution, and anthropogenic impacts on planktonic and benthic organisms and ecosystems.


MARS 3003 - General Oceanography II Lab

Prerequisite updated to MARS 1020 (concurrent enrollment allowed) and MARS 3002 (concurrent enrollment allowed); BIOL 2053 or CHEM 2053

Course description updated to Laboratory and field component of MARS 3002. Students will learn how to sample phytoplankton and zooplankton in the field and to identify and quantify local plankton species in the lab. They will learn how to identify local coastal marine species from a diversity of phyla and will be trained in contemporary field survey methods to quantify species in a variety of nearshore habitats. Students will learn how to keep good field and lab notebooks, and how to graph, analyze, interpret, and describe their data in a format consistent with the primary literature of the field.


MC 2100 - Mass Communication Research

Course prerequisite updated to MC 1000 or COM 1000 or COM 2000


NUR 2930 - Pathophysiology

Prerequisite up to Confirmed Placement Request, or accepted Level 1 Nursing Application.

Course description updated to This course provides an in-depth study of human pathological processes and their effects on homeostasis. Emphasis is on interrelationships among organ systems and deviations from homeostasis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a detailed knowledge of pathophysiology.


NUR 6030 - Advanced Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning

Credits updated from 2 to 3


NUR 6961 - FNP Practicum I

Course title updated to FNP Practicum I

Course Description updated to Novice level application of concepts and principles of assessment, diagnosis, management, and evaluation of clients in primary care settings across the lifespan.


NUR 6963 - FNP Practicum II

Prerequisite updated to Completion of core courses; NUR 6961

Course description updated to Advanced Beginner level application of concepts and principles of assessment, diagnosis, management, and evaluation of clients in primary care settings across the lifespan

Number of credits updated to 3


NUR 6965 - FNP Practicum III

Course title updated to FNP Practicum III

Course description updated to Intermediate level application of concepts and principles of assessment, diagnosis, management, and evaluation of clients in primary care settings across the lifespan.


NUR 6967 - FNP Practicum IV

Course title updated to FNP Practicum IV

Course description updated to Advanced level application of concepts and principles of assessment, diagnosis, management, and evaluation of clients in primary care settings across the lifespan.


PSCI 4900 - Senior Seminar

Course Prerequisite updated to PSCI 2100 and two upper-division PSCI or INTR courses.


WRI 1050 - Introduction to Academic Writing

Course description updated to This course introduces students to college-level writing. It provides instruction in essay development, and the writing process, including brainstorming, drafting, revising, and editing. Students must earn a grade of C- or higher to move on to WRI 1100.


WRI 1100 - Writing and Analyzing Arguments

Course Prerequisite updated to A grade of C- or better in WRI 1050 or a score of 480+ in SAT Evidence Based Reading & Writing or a score of 21+ in ACT English or a score of 5+ in Accuplacer Writeplacer


WRI 1101 - Writing and Analyzing Arguments Laboratory

Course title updated to Writing and Analyzing Arguments Laboratory

Course description updated to A writing workshop lab to be taken concurrently with any WC&IL I course. Provides supplementary instruction and practice in critical reading and analysis and in research, writing, and editing techniques for students needing additional support in these areas of first-year writing courses.


WRI 3330 - Fiction Writing Workshop

Course title updated to Fiction Writing Workshop

Course description updated to A workshop designed to introduce the student of fiction to techniques and concepts such as characterization, plotting, point of view, theme, setting, and tone. The focus of the course is on writing the short story, although other fictional forms may be explored. Markets for fiction and preparing manuscripts for submission are also discussed. This course is conducted as a creative writing workshop.


WRI 4990 - Advanced Writing Revision Workshop

Course description updated to Using a workshop format, students will study the principles of deep revision and apply this knowledge to revising prior academic and/or creative work. The course serves to serve students with a range of experiences in a variety of academic disciplines, and may be taken for variable credit. Those taking it for three credits will synthesize selected pieces into a coherent, compelling, portfolio that they may carry forward to their professional or graduate school careers.


Retired Courses:

ENGT 2001 - Biomaterials

ENGT 2002 - Bioprocesses

NUR 2710 - Pathopharmacology

NUR 6031 - Advanced Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning Lab

WRI 1000 - Academic Writing for ESL Students