Online Courses

A comprehensive survey of the major Native American cultures that existed in North, Central, and South American before the European invasion. Cultures studied will include paleo, archaic, formative, classic, and post-classic examples from throughout the Americas. Prerequisite: ENG101 3 credits.

This course focuses on the stories and lived experiences of disabled people as they navigated often hostile systems and institutions from the early 1800s to the present. We will explore topics such as eugenics, race science, and the histories of institutionalization that have shaped modern ableism. The second half of the course will focus on the principles and diverse leaders of the modern disability justice movement. 3 credits. Prerequisite ENG 101 or HTY 103 and 104

What does it feel like to be centered, grounded, and in your body? In this course, we will explore theoretical foundations in the interdisciplinary field of ESJ, which combines and expands critical race theories, and intersectional feminist theory along with trauma studies, transformative justice, somatic, neuroscience, and so much more. We will learn embodied practices for self-care and critical consciousness through mind/body healing practices like yoga and meditation. 3 CR. Prerequisites: any AME, INT, or WGS course OR permission of instructor.

A general survey of the biological, social, and cultural development of humankind, with emphasis upon human evolution and race formation, and the major social, economic, political, religious, technological, and linguistic systems.

(This course is cross listed with ARH 105.) Techniques and trends in architecture, sculpture, and painting as related to the history of art from prehistoric times through the Gothic period. Lectures, text, slides, and discussion. Possible museum trip.

(This course is cross listed with ARC 111.) Techniques and trends in architecture, sculpture, and painting as related to the history of art from prehistoric times through the Gothic period. Lectures, text, slides, and discussion. Possible museum trip.

This course surveys art and architecture from approximately 1945 to the present. Through readings, PowerPoint presentations, class discussions, and field trips students will investigate major figures and movements in the post-World War II art world, with attention to cultural and historical context. Students will develop skills in critical thinking through reading, observation, and research. Prerequisites: ARH 106, ENG 101 or permission of the instructor

This course is designed for non-art majors. Utilizing the digital camera and related computer imaging software, students will learn the basics of photographic technique and explore how to visualize the 3-dimensional world as a 2-dimensional photographic image.

This is a beginning course in American Sign Language (ASL). It will include extensive study of receptive and expressive use of ASL, as well as an introductory discussion of Deaf culture and history. Course content covers basic principles in the use of sign, sign vocabulary, and aspects of the grammar of ASL. In addition to class sessions, students will use written materials and other media outside of class, including DVDs. Cr 4.

This course will develop the student's ground based knowledge and experience necessary to prepare for the private pilot (airplane) knowledge test. Subjects covered include: regulations, accident reporting, recommended procedures, navigation, radio communication, weather, aircraft safety, aircraft performance, weight and balance computations, aerodynamics, power plants, aircraft systems, stall and spin awareness, decision making and judgment, and preflight planning. No prerequisites. 3 credits

This course will develop the student's ground based knowledge and experience necessary to prepare for the instrument rating (airplane) knowledge test. Subjects covered include: instrument flight rules (IFR) regulations, appropriate information in the Aeronautical Information Manual, the air traffic control system and procedures for instrument flight operations, IFR navigation and approaches, use of IFR en route and instrument approach procedure charts, aviation weather, safe and efficient operation of aircraft under IFR, recognition of critical weather situations and wind shear avoidance, aeronautical decision making and judgment, and crew resource management. Prerequisite: AVI 141, AVI 144A, AVI 144B and sophomore standing. 3 cr

This is a specialized anti-terrorism course for the Aviation Studies student. The course will be reading intensive and topics will focus on Transportation security and include topics such as: Internet site analysis, intelligence techniques, risk assessment and preincident planning, terrorism objectives, Behavior Profiling, weapons of mass destruction, post-incident responses, and management of critical incidents. The course is designed to inform the student about the unique environmental challenges posed by airline transportation options and vulnerability assessments of that environment. Prerequisite: AVI 241 and AVI 244A and AVI 244B. 3 cr.

This course introduces students to the physical principles of flight. From first principles of Newtonian mechanics and gas laws, students learn to understand and solve aircraft performance problems that they will encounter operationally, as well as be able to adapt piloting technique to larger and faster aircraft. 3 Credits Prerequisites: PHY115 and MAT112 and AVI 141 and 144A and AVI 144B

In depth study of materials, hardware, and processes used in aircraft construction and repair. Topics also include acceptable methods associated with aircraft inspections, cleaning, corrosion control, fluid lines and fittings, hand tools, and measuring devices. Laboratory activities involve development of hands-on skills in a practical setting. 4 Credits.

Basic introduction to airframe structures used in general aviation aircraft, including metallic (also including fabric covered) and non-metallic (composite) structures, and rotorcraft fundamentals. Topics include aerodynamics, aircraft assembly and rigging, fabric covering, as well as introductions to structural repairs, aircraft welding, and painting/finishing. Laboratory activities involve development of hands-on skills in a practical setting. Prerequisites: AVT 101, AVT 102, AVT 104, and UAS 115. 4 credits

Study of primary airframe systems involving flight controls, landing gear, hydraulic, and pneumatic components. Topics also include cabin environmental systems and communication and navigation systems. Laboratory activities involve development of hands-on skills in a practical setting. Prerequisite: AVT202 4 credits

Study of design, theory of operation, and maintenance of aircraft reciprocating piston engines, including engine instrument systems. Topics include lubrication systems, intake/induction and exhaust systems, and fundamentals of engine overhauls. Laboratory activities involve development of hands-on skills in a practical setting. Prerequisites: AVT201, AVI202, AVT203, & AVT204 4 credits

Introduction to the general theory, operation, and maintenance of aircraft turbine engines, including engine instrumentation, ignition, starting, fuel, electrical, lubrication, air, and fire protection systems. Prerequisites: AVT201, AVT202, AVIT203, & AVT204 4 credits

Presents the biology of human nutrition principles including study of the digestive system, metabolism, nutrients and nutrient needs through the life cycle, and the relationship between diet and health. Prerequisite: ENG100 and MAT9 or appropriate scores on the UMA Placement Tests.

This field science course introduces the core principles of plant science and taxonomy. Topics include plant organization, physiology, growth and development, reproduction and adaptation, evolution, biodiversity and plant taxonomy with the elements of geo botany and bioprospecting. Intro to Mushrooms is also included. For the final project students collect, preserve, identify and characterize plants and their habitats, participate in global research project iNaturalist or focus on horticulture/composing a theme garden. 4cr

Aging involves an intrinsic and progressive decline in function that eventually will affect all living organisms. The course will explore the basic biological changes during aging, the current theories of aging, and the development of age-related diseases. We will also discuss interventions that promote healthy aging and prevent age-related diseases. Students will be able to apply this knowledge to promote healthy aging and make informed decisions on lifestyle choices. (3 credits) Prerequisite: BIO 110 with a minimum grade of "C", BIO 210 recommended

Survey of a wide array of topics focusing on the general properties of eukaryotic cells using a systems approach. Integration of genome, transcriptome and proteome applied to topics including the structure and function of the major cellular organelles, and analyses of cellular processes such as mitosis, endocytosis, cell motility, secretion, cell-to-cell communication, gene expression, oncogenesis and developmental biology. Prerequisite: BIO110 with a minimum grade of C , BIO210 recommended, 3 CR

A survey of the business and management functions found in modern organizational environs. Course objectives are to provide a career orientation for students and a content foundation for future courses.

A study of the process that one can use to develop a lifetime financial plan. The facts of the financial life and the choices available will be studied.

This course focuses on financial decision making at a management level. Topics covered include relevancy of information, internal financial statement analysis, inventory management, performance measurement, cost analysis, budgeting, and management decision making. Prerequisite: BUA 101 or permission of instructor.

(This course is cross-listed with JUS 223 and POS 223) A comprehensive study of management in public and private sectors. The influence of human, social and political factors is integrated with treatment of managers structural and technical processes. Analyses focus on such theories as planning, controlling, decision making, organizational design, administrative skills, communications and information systems. It is recommended that ENG 101 be taken prior to or concurrently with this course.

This course introduces students to ethical theory by way of specific ethical debates from the field of business. The ethics of downsizing, globalization, drug testing, advertising, and whistleblowing, among other topics, will be discussed. These debates will illuminate some of the theoretical principles that we use to evaluate right and wrong. We will examine the shortcomings and advantages of each theory, as well as critically examine the basis of business. Students will acquire an understanding of these philosophical approaches to ethics and develop their dialectical and critical thinking skills. Prerequisite: ENG101.

Data analytics has become a must-have skill for all accounting professionals. Accounting professionals have access to the data that can help businesses develop a strategic advantage or remain competitive in today¿s fast-paced business environment. The goal of this course is to synthesize theory and application to prepare students for the dynamics of real-world professional accounting practices: diagnosing problems and issues, analyzing relevant information, making responsible and ethical decisions, and reporting decision results and recommendations. Prerequisite: (BUA 202, BUA 205, CIS 150, and MAT 115) or Permission of the Instructor. CR 3

(This course is cross-listed with CIS 303.) This course emphasizes the use of information technology in managing organizations. Topics include fundamentals of MIS, decision theory, problem solving, information systems development from the managers perspective, MIS applications, competitive uses of information technology, information resource management, and electronic commerce. The management case approach will be used to analyze MIS situations. Prerequisite: CIS 100 or CIS 101 or CIS 135, and BUA/JUS/POS 223, or permission of instructor.

This course focuses on understanding financial statements at an advanced level with an emphasis on the Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Statement of Cash Flows and Statement of Shareholder Equity. The course also incorporates aspects of the stock and bond markets to further the student's understanding of how investors and others use financial statements to make financial decisions. (3 Credit Hours) Pre-Requisite BUA101 and BUA211 or BUA357

The use of data to reach business financial decisions. The concepts of projecting data for decision purposes is emphasized. Short- and long-term sources of financing, ratio analysis, leverage, break-even, capital budgeting, working-capital management, investments and dividend policy all are examined. Prerequisite: ECO 201 or 202 and BUA 211, or permission of the instructor.

(This course is cross listed with POS 362.) The labor-management systems of the private and public sectors are surveyed from the interdisciplinary perspective of modern industrial relations by analyzing three aspects. The nature and characteristics of labor-management relation are considered from such perspectives as the structural, historical, international, legal, psychological, and economic. Contract administration process and such issues as wages, economic supplements, institutional rights, and administrative rules. The two aspects are applied in a simulated collective bargaining exercise. Designed for students interested in labor-management relations in business, educational engineering, food service, government, health service, and social welfare organizations. Prerequisite: BUA/JUS/POS 223

This course is an introduction to the principles of marketing. Strategy and planning considerations are covered. Emphasis is on buyer behavior, the employment of the marketing mix to successfully reach that buyer, and the environment of marketing. Attention is paid to the goods, service, and not-for-profit sectors. Care is taken to address both similarities and differences among the sectors. This course makes use of numerous illustrations and examples. Prerequisite: PSY 100. It is recommended that ENG 101 be taken prior to or concurrently with this course.

This course in data mining techniques is designed for both computer information systems majors and business administration majors. In this course, students will explore and analyze data to support business intelligence applications. Methods used include cluster analysis, decision trees, classification of data, estimation and prediction, and association techniques. The goal of data mining is to take the data and convert collected data into information readily usable for business managers to determine buying behavior, fraud detection, database marketing, market basket analysis, and information management. Prerequisites: MAT 115 and CIS 255, BUA/CIS 303, CIS 330, or CIS 360 or Permission of the Instructor. 3CR

This course covers principles of chemistry with a focus on how they relate to the life sciences. Topics covered include the importance of measurements and units in science, atomic structure, ionic and molecular compounds, bonding, chemical reactions, energy and matter, equilibrium, solutions, acids, bases, pH, buffers, and nuclear chemistry. Prerequisites: High school chemistry or higher, MAT030 or higher (concurrent enrollment permitted) 4 credits.

This course presents computing concepts and technology and introduces students to productivity applications used in the workplace, such as e-mail, the Internet, word-processing, spreadsheets, forms, and presentation graphics utilizing the free Google office suite. Students acquire skills by means of intensive, hands-on work at home or in a computer laboratory. This course may not be applied toward the CIS or Cybersecurity degree.

This course will serve as the initial introduction of programming concepts and techniques to non-programmers. The course will focus on the key concepts common to solving problems by algorithmic thinking, and to the fundamental concepts and techniques common to all high-level programming languages; The course will be taught using a command line version of the Python programming language.