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ACTG 594. Business Practicum for Accountants Credits 1.00-3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 010629
Through the Accounting Internship Program, students engage in a supervised work experience in public accounting, industry, not-for-profit organizations or government. During this time, students gain insight into the real world that will enhance their understanding in subsequent accounting coursework. It is the expectation that students taking 594 will have significant accounting classes to complete when they return to JMU from the internship. Prerequisite: Admission to MSA program. |
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ACTG 625. Tax Research and Strategy Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 002491
Provides the student with a working knowledge of tax research methodology and the technology utilized by tax professionals. Case-based to provide experience in dealing with unstructured situations encountered in professional tax practice. Both problem identification and resolution are emphasized. Because this is a capstone course, a grade of “B” or better is required in this course for successful completion of the M.S.A. program with a tax concentration. Prerequisite: Master of Science student or permission of instructor. |
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ACTG 627. Advanced Taxation of Business Entities I Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 002132
Examines the entity and owner tax consequences of forming, operating, liquidating and distributing profits from sole proprietorships, C Corporations, Partnerships and S Corporations. Prerequisite: Master of Science student or permission of the instructor. |
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ACTG 628. Advanced Taxation of Business Entities II Credits 1.00-3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 011849
This course covers advanced topics in federal income taxation of corporations including mergers and acquisitions, consolidated tax returns, and accounting for income taxes. Prerequisite: ACTG 627 or permission of the instructor. |
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ACTG 629. Selected Topics in Taxation Credits 1.00 - 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 011856
Seminar on tax topics of current interest in specialized areas. Topics may include international taxation, deferred compensation, problems of closely-held businesses, estate planning and taxation of trusts, and new developments. May be repeated to a maximum of six credit hours for different topic areas. Prerequisite: Master of Science student or permission of instructor. |
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ACTG 630. Seminar in Financial Planning Credits 1.00 - 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 011689
Designed to develop a fundamental knowledge of personal finance, including goal setting, cash management, credit, insurance, taxes, housing, investment alternatives and employee benefits. Prerequisite: Master of Science student or permission of the instructor. |
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ACTG 640. Data Analytics for Accountants Credits 1.00-3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 003738
The course will provide a conceptual framework for students regarding the steps needed to provide data-driven insights and recommendations in the accounting profession. Students will conduct data analysis using current software tools that may include Excel, SQL, Tableau, IDEA, XBRL and Alteryx. Prerequisite: Master of Science student or permission of the instructor. |
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ACTG 645. Advanced Accounting and Reporting Credits 1.00-3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 011688
Study of the current theory and practice of financial reporting as it relates to business combinations and consolidations among commercial enterprises and the financial reporting of private not-for-profit organizations. Prerequisite: Master of Science student or permission of the instructor. |
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ACTG 675. Accounting Theory Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 001242
Study of selected areas in accounting theory, practice, and methodology, requiring integration and synthesis of student’s accounting knowledge. Because this is the capstone course, a grade of “B” or better is required for this course for successful completion of the M.S.A. program. Prerequisite: Master of Science student or permission of the instructor. |
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ACTG 677. Advanced Assurance Theory and Data Analysis Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 000177
Students will develop a deeper understanding of auditing and assurance topics and the skills necessary to become leaders in the profession. Professional standards and underlying theory will be reviewed. Students will apply their knowledge to acquire hands-on experiences and perform data analysis. Prerequisite: Master of Science student or permission of the instructor. |
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ACTG 678. Governmental Accounting and Reporting Credits 1.00-3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 009757
Study of the current theory and practice of budgeting, financial reporting and auditing of governments, including federal, state and local governments and government-owned entities. Prerequisite: Master of Science student or permission of instructor. |
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ACTG 680. Directed Readings Credits 1.00 - 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 003949
Study of auditing and assurance topics from both a professional and research perspective. Students will have opportunities to develop various ideas and skills necessary to become leaders in the auditing and assurance services arena. Contemporary professional standards will be reviewed as well as the theories behind these standards. |
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ACTG 681. Directed Research Credits 1.00 - 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 009423
Opportunity for directed research in areas of special interest. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and program director. |
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ACTG 690. Information Security and Control Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 013327
A hybrid course (involving both classroom and on-line instruction) covering the fundamentals of information security. The course addresses the protection of confidentiality, integrity and availability of accounting data as it is collected, transported, stored, processed and reported. Special emphasis is placed on the relationship between information security and internal control. Prerequisite: Master of Science student or permission of the instructor. |
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ACTG 691. Computer Forensics for Accountants Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 008465
The use of computer software to aid in the prevention, deterrence, detection and investigation of fraud and other white-collar crimes. Topics include: the use of generalized audit software for data extraction and analysis; the use of spreadsheets and specialized software for fraud detection and analysis; and the use of the internet and other research tools. Prerequisite: Master of Science student or permission of the instructor. |
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ACTG 693. Financial Statement and Data Analysis Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 002295
Emphasizes becoming a fluent and investigative reader of financial reports by examining key areas of financial reporting and disclosure. Students extract, reformulate, adjust and analyze financial statement data from public company filings to evaluate varying dimensions of a company’s historical financial performance, as well as forecast the company’s future financial statements and estimate its value. Prerequisite: Master of Science student or permission of the instructor. |
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ACTG 695. Seminar in Accounting Credits 1.00 - 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 001389
Study of selected areas in accounting theory, practice and methodology. Prerequisite: Master of Science student or permission of the instructor. |
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ACTG 696. Tax Compliance Credits 1.00 - 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 011685
Involves preparation of federal and state income tax returns and other compliance related issues. The course may involve preparation of individual returns as part of the Voluntary Income Tax Assistance program. The program provides tax compliance services primarily for individuals who cannot afford professional tax services. Students who have completed ACTG 492 may not take this course. Prerequisite: Master of Science student or permission of the instructor. |
Adult Education/Human Resource Development |
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AHRD 520. Foundations of Adult Education/Human Resource Development Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 002236
Historical beginnings of adult education and human resource development programs are examined in order to understand current practices. Current issues and trends, research, legislation and publications will be incorporated into the course. |
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AHRD 540. Leadership and Facilitation Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 011278
This course examines the multi-faceted concept of leadership and facilitation, focusing on facilitative leadership approaches and how these contribute to organizational and individual performance. Traditional and emergent paradigms will be explored. Emphasis will be placed on knowledge, attitudes and skills that enable a facilitator to work effectively with diverse work groups, enhance creativity and draw from organizational and community resources. |
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AHRD 550. Human Resource Work Experience Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 004077
This independent study course provides on the job experience in a human resources department or setting. Students gain experience in all phases of human resource development, including needs assessment, research, instructional design, materials and workshop development, facilitation and evaluation. |
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AHRD 575. Diversity and Ethics in AHRD Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 011727
This course examines diversity and ethics in AHRD from theoretical, historical and legal perspectives and provides students with grounding in a number of timely and relevant diversity topics (inequality, cultural and global competence, privilege and power, disabilities, multiculturalism, sexism, ageism, and professionalism) as they relate to designing, delivering and managing diversity training program. Prerequisite: AHRD 520 . |
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AHRD 580. Learning in Adulthood Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 001789
This course provides a comprehensive overview of learning in adulthood. Emphasis is placed on learning contexts, what and why adults learn, the nature of learning, learning theories, adult development and the development of adult learning theory. Ways and means to enhance learning opportunities in the lives of adults at work, school, worship, in leisure and for better health are explored. |
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AHRD 600. Performance Analysis and Needs Assessment in Adult Education/Human Resource Development Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 002775
Focuses on knowledge and skills basic to organization, process, and task analyses, including approaches and steps in identifying root causes of performance problems. Current performance analysis practices in AHRD will be discussed. Methods and techniques in developing specific instruments for performance improvement data collection and data analysis will also be covered. Prerequisite: AHRD 520 . |
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AHRD 615. Needs Assessment and Program Evaluation in Adult Education/Human Resource Development Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 002775
Focuses on knowledge, skills and procedures required to analyze performance problems at the organizational, process and task level. Examines theories and practices in evaluation and measurement of AHRD programs from the perspective of impact on organizations, work processes and individuals, as well as follow-up decisions. Covers data collection methods and techniques used to collect performance improvement data, conduct evaluations and analyze data. Current performance analysis and evaluation practices in AHRD will be discussed. Prerequisite: AHRD 520 . |
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AHRD 620. Consulting in AHRD Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 004844
This course focuses on models, techniques and practices of consulting skills in developing programs for learners as individuals, groups and organizations. Emphasis is placed on performance analysis, needs assessment, instructional design processes, approaches and practices, implementation procedures and evaluation approaches to various learning settings and clients. Prerequisite: AHRD 520 , AHRD 600 , LTLE 610 or equivalent, or permission of the instructor. |
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AHRD 630. Research and Inquiry in Adult Education/Human Resource Development Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 011280
This course provides students with knowledge and skills in research and inquiry. This course will focus on different qualitative and quantitative research methods, research designs, approaches to doing literature reviews and analyses, and determining the size and scope of research projects. Data collection instruments and analyses approaches will also be covered. Prerequisite: AHRD 520 or students in the stage of conducting R&R projects. |
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AHRD 635. Organization and Administration of Adult Education/Human Resource Development Programs Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 010827
This course examines current and proposed legislation, program development and organizational structures found in adult education and human resource development. Emphasis is placed on changing existing structures to lifelong learner-driven structures. |
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AHRD 640. Program Evaluation and Measurement in Adult Education/Human Resource Development Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 011277
Focuses on theories and practices in evaluation and measurement of AHRD programs from the perspective of impact on organizations, work processes and individuals, as well as follow-up decisions. Methods and processes in developing specific instruments for program evaluation data collection and data analysis will also be discussed. Prerequisite: AHRD 520 . |
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AHRD 670. American Higher Education Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 003765
The objective and organization of prevalent types of institutions are studied. Current issues and problems in American higher education are explored. |
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AHRD 671. Teaching and Learning Processes in Higher Education Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 009106
Instructional practices and themes are studied in relationship to programs in higher education. |
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AHRD 680. Reading and Research Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 010044
Designed to provide the opportunity for supervised reading and research in a special interest area of adult education/human resource development. Prerequisite: Approval from program adviser and completion of a basic research course. |
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AHRD 690. Special Studies in Adult Education/Human Development Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 004646
Designed to provide learners the opportunity to explore topics of special interest that are more limited than the traditional three credit course. Prerequisite: Approval of major adviser. |
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AHRD 695. Portfolio Credits 0.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 011728
The portfolio is a non-credit capstone course to demonstrate individual learning processes throughout the AHRD program. Students will construct their portfolios based on their professional and academic goals and experiences, from work completed in graduate courses. The portfolio will assist students, as professionals or advanced students, prove their expertise and academic preparation in the job market or in academia, and contribute to their comprehensive exam experience, allowing for reflection on the program and individual learning. Prerequisite: All core courses and/or concurrent with Reading and Research or Thesis Research. |
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AHRD 698. Comprehensive Continuance Credits 1.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 004539
Continued preparation in anticipation of the comprehensive examination. Course may be repeated as needed. |
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AHRD 699. Thesis Continuance Credits 2.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 005163
Continued study, research and writing in the areas of thesis concentration. Course may be repeated as needed. |
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AHRD 700. Thesis Research Credits 3.00 - 6.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 000521
Continued study, research and writing in the areas of thesis concentration. Course may be repeated as needed. This course is graded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory/ incomplete (S/U/I) basis. Prerequisite: EDUC 630 and approval of graduate adviser. |
Athletic Training Education Program |
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ATEP 511. Foundation of Athletic Training Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 014272
This course serves as a foundation for professional development as an Athletic Trainer. Students will be introduced to health informatics, professional practice parameters, and injury prevention strategies. Students will develop basic skills necessary to begin clinical education experiences (i.e. taping, wrapping, bracing, cryotherapy, thermotherapy). Prerequisite: Admission to the athletic training master’s program. |
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ATEP 512. Emergency Management of Injuries and Illnesses Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 014291
This course is designed for athletic training students to meet the educational competencies for national accreditation in the following areas: development of risk management/emergency action plans, primary assessment of athletic injuries, emergency care of athletic injuries, immediate care of spine injuries, prevention of injuries associated with the physically active, utilization of diagnostic tools, and an overall understanding of protective equipment. Prerequisite: Admission to the athletic training master’s program. |
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ATEP 520. Pre-Season Clinical Education Experience I Credits 1.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 014277
Clinical education will involve opportunities for application of skills in a supervised clinical environment. This experience will provide students exposure to pre-season patient care including pre-participation exams, prevention of heat illnesses, and physical fitness and orthopedic screenings. Prerequisite: Admission to the athletic training master’s program. |
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ATEP 521. Clinical I: Psychosocial Concepts and Cultural Sensitivity Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 014292
This course integrates didactic and clinical education. Classroom emphasis will examine psychosocial components of injury, mental health situations, diverse populations, cultural traditions and norms that athletic trainers may face in professional practice. Basic screening, intervention and counseling techniques, and referral skills will be taught to manage psychosocial and mental health concerns. The clinical education will involve opportunities for application of skills in a supervised clinical environment. Prerequisite: Admission to the athletic training master’s program. |
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ATEP 525. Lower Extremity Orthopedic Examination Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 014278
This course develops foundational examination and critical thinking skills necessary for an athletic trainer to appropriately assess a patient. Students will learn the examination process, how to perform a secondary survey, and how to perform lower extremity orthopedic evaluation skills. In this course, students will learn and practice evaluation techniques in a supervised setting in order to develop entry-level practical skills. Prerequisite: Admission to the athletic training master’s program. |
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ATEP 526. Therapeutic Interventions I Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 014279
This course examines the body’s response to injury and the subsequent phases of healing. Specific focus will be given to interventions that address the acute and sub-acute phases of healing to control pain, decrease swelling and edema, promote early movement, and address soft tissue restrictions. The student will develop decision-making skills in the selection and application of therapeutic interventions. Prerequisite: Admission to the athletic training master’s program. |
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ATEP 535. Upper Extremity Orthopedic Examination Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 014293
This course develops foundational examination and critical thinking skill necessary for an athletic trainer to appropriately assess a patient. Students will build their examination technique skillset by applying them to the upper quarter of the body specifically learning to evaluate the upper extremity, head/face, neck, and thorax. Examination of musculoskeletal, fascial, thoracic, and traumatic head injuries will be completed. In this course, you will learn and practice evaluation techniques in a supervised setting in order to develop entry-level practical skills. Prerequisite: Admission to the athletic training master’s program. |
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ATEP 536. Therapeutic Interventions II Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 014294
This course will develop the student’s ability to design rehabilitation and reconditioning programs. Focus on anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, various exercises, use of available equipment, and the understanding of moral and ethical obligations will advance the student’s ability to use therapeutic exercise as an intervention. The goal of this course is to present the student with a theoretical and practical approach for the design of rehabilitation protocols and the safe use of rehabilitation equipment for use with lower extremity musculoskeletal injuries. Prerequisite: Admission to the athletic training master’s program; ATEP 526 with a grade of “B-” or better. |
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ATEP 613. Clinical Applications of Human Gross Anatomy Credits 5.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 014305
This course is an advanced study of human anatomy using cadaver dissection. Emphasis is given to musculoskeletal and trunk anatomy. Clinically relevant musculoskeletal anatomy and pathology will be taught in conjunction with etiology for injuries and illnesses commonly seen by athletic trainers. This course is designed to provide a strong clinical foundation for the developing practitioner. Prerequisite: Admission to the athletic training master’s program. |
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ATEP 624. General Medicine for the Athletic Trainer Part I Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 014306
This course is the first in a series of two courses designed to educate athletic training students on common medical conditions encountered in the physically active population. Emphasis will be placed on identification and management of these conditions including emphasis on the pharmacologic management, impact on performance, and development of physical examination. Prerequisite: Admission to the athletic training master’s program. |
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ATEP 632. Clinical II: Nutrition & Exercise Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 014307
This course integrates didactic and clinical education. Classroom emphasis will be placed on the nutrition and exercise concepts that promote wellness in populations who are physically active or healing. The clinical education will involve opportunities for application of skills in a supervised clinical environment. Prerequisite: Admission to the athletic training master’s program. |
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ATEP 634. General Medicine for the Athletic Trainer Part II Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 014365
This is the second course in a series of two courses designed to educate athletic training students on common medical conditions encountered in the physically active population. Emphasis will be placed on identification and management of these conditions including emphasis on the pharmacologic management, impact on performance, and development of physical examination and clinical problem solving skills. Prerequisite: Admission to the athletic training master’s program. |
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ATEP 645. Hip, Pelvis and Spine Orthopedic Examination and Rehabilitation Credits 2.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 014367
This course will develop a comprehensive approach to the assessment and therapeutic intervention of musculoskeletal injuries to the hip, pelvis, spine and torso. Students will learn to apply examination techniques, analyze findings and synthesize information to develop an appropriate management strategy including therapeutic interventions. Further emphasis will include the use of posture evaluations, analysis of dysfunctional movement patterns, utilization of clinical outcome measures, assessment of the kinetic chain and making appropriate referral decisions. Students will identify and instruct appropriate therapeutic intervention techniques to aid in rehabilitation of these areas. Prerequisite: Admission to the athletic training master’s program. |
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ATEP 646. Therapeutic Interventions III Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID:
This course will develop the student’s ability to develop rehabilitation and reconditioning programs. Focus on anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, various exercises, use of available equipment, and the acceptance of moral and ethical obligations will advance the student’s ability to intervene with therapeutic exercise. The goal of this course is to present the student with a theoretical and practical approach for the design of rehabilitation protocols and the safe use of rehabilitation equipment for use with upper extremity musculoskeletal injuries. Prerequisite: Admission to the athletic training master’s program. |
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ATEP 647. Evidence Based Practice in Athletic Training Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 014335
This is the first course in a series of two focused on developing clinical EBP skills that will be applied toward a master’s/capstone project. This course will develop clinical problem solving skills assisted by the application of the medical and research literature. These skills help the practicing healthcare professional develop an understanding of current knowledge gaps, how to effectively frame inquiries, how to seek and find quality resources, critically assess those resources, and how to apply evidence to daily patient care. The concept of clinical problem solving and teamwork will be emphasized. Prerequisite: Admission to the athletic training master’s program. |
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ATEP 652. Pre-Season Clinical Education Experience II Credits 1.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 014368
Clinical education will involve opportunities for autonomous practice and decision-making in a supervised clinical environment. This experience will provide students exposure to pre-season patient care including pre-participation exams, prevention of heat illnesses, and physical fitness and orthopedic screenings. Prerequisite: Admission to the athletic training master’s program. |
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ATEP 657. Applications in Evidence Based Practice Credits 1.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 014369
This course is the second in a series of two courses designed to provide the athletic training student with skills to understand research design, analyze research information and apply it to clinical practice. The student will use the skills acquired in the first class and throughout clinical practice to identify a clinical question and develop a project to answer that question. The identified question may address a wide range of clinical or professional practice issues. This query will be implemented to produce a capstone project in the form of a paper and/or presentation that will represent graduate student quality work. Prerequisite: Admission to the athletic training master’s program. |
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ATEP 660. Administration in Athletic Training Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID:
This course will provide students with an overview of management skills necessary to provide quality management skills necessary to maintain an environment for quality healthcare. These skills include program planning and analysis, personnel management, legal concepts, budgeting, purchasing, facility design, insurance, and the organizational structure of governing bodies. Prerequisite: Admission to the athletic training master’s program. |
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ATEP 664. Clinical IV: Transition to Practice Credits 6.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 014370
This course integrates didactic and clinical education. Classroom emphasis will be placed on interprofessional and transition to practice concepts. The clinical education will involve opportunities for application of skills in a supervised clinical environment. This is a clinical intensive experience that immerses the student into the clinical environment in a near full-time capacity. Prerequisite: Admission to the athletic training master’s program. |
Art |
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ART 501. Workshop in Art Credits 1.00 - 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 004260
Workshops, accompanied by lecture and discussion periods, selected from such areas as painting, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics, art education, photography and crafts. In studio workshops, 30 contact hours will be required for each credit hour. |
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ART 560. Advanced Photography: Alternative Processes Credits 1.00 - 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 000499
Crosslisted with: ART 460
Advanced study in photography focusing on Alternative Processes and experimental approaches including non-silver 19th Century techniques, Polaroid, and liquid emulsion, among others. |
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ART 562. Advanced Photography: The Prehistory of Photography, Magic and Illusion Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 011960
Crosslisted with: ART 462
An exploration of the culture and trends leading to the invention of photography, facilitating the formation of concepts and objects which create wonder. |
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ART 564. Advanced Photography: The Photograph as a Document Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 013462
Crosslisted with: ART 464
An exploration of technical, conceptual and theoretical approaches to making documentary-based photographic work using film, digital or video cameras. |
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ART 566. Advanced Photography: Performance for the Lens Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 013511
Crosslisted with: ART 466
An exploration of technical, conceptual and theoretical approaches to making, staging and directing performance-based photographic work using film, digital or video cameras. |
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ART 568. Advanced Photography: Screen-Based Photo/Video Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 013417
An exploration of technical, conceptual and theoretical approaches to making screen-based photographic projects culminating in a fully developed online presentation. |
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ART 590. Topics in Art Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 009171
Study of selected topics in art and art history. May be repeated when course content changes. See MyMadison for current topics. Prerequisite: Admission into a School of Art and Art History graduate program and permission of instructor. |
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ART 593. Contemporary Art Theory Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 012968
Crosslisted with: ART 493
This is a reading, research and discussion seminar designed for upper-level studio art majors addressing historic and contemporary issues surrounding vision, the senses and aesthetics in the theory and practice of art. Prerequisite: Admission into a School of Art and Art History graduate program. |
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ART 595. Internship in Art Credits 1.00 - 6.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 003389
Individual internship programs may be pursued in a variety of art-related areas which would parallel the education and career needs of each student. Each internship will be a full-time work/study program which will expose the student to the agency’s organization and operation. Prerequisite: Admission into a School of Art, Design and Art History graduate program or permission of instructor. |
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ART 600. Graduate Integrative Seminar Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 012164
A required seminar involving the entire graduate cohort, years one through three. The seminar functions as a collective discussion of contemporary issues in culture and the arts. The course integrates the information addressed in academic classes, individual studio practice and field trips and with visiting artists. Progression of individual research and practice functions as a weekly forum for critical conversations. Content will interface with student’s individual practice. Can be taken a maximum of six times for 18 credits. Prerequisite: Admission into a School of Art, Design and Art History graduate program. |
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ART 601. Graduate Studio Practice Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 014110
This is a required interdisciplinary studio-based course offered each semester years one through three. The course consists of independent research and artistic production in consultation and under the supervision of the core graduate studio faculty. Can be taken a maximum of six times for 18 credits. Prerequisite: Admission into either the M.F.A. or M.A. in art graduate degree programs in the School of Art, Design and Art History. |
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ART 602. Contextual Practice Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 014111
A summer course that furthers student-initiated projects and creative research. The course is intended to advance the student’s ability to identify, research, engage with and respond to organizations, sites or audiences that expand the student’s field of artistic discourse. The course seeks to develop a student’s ability to engage in relationships beyond the traditional confines of the contemporary art world; however, the course should also result in new personal studio production that reflects the impact of the creative research/dialogue being conducted. To be taken a maximum of two times for a total of six credits. Prerequisite: Admission into either the M.F.A. or M.A. in art graduate degree programs in the School of Art, Design and Art History and six credits of ART 601 . |
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ART 683. Criticism of Art Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 000279
Crosslisted with: ARED 683
An overview of major art theories, both as philosophy and style analysis, for the purpose of investigating the functions and practice of art criticism. Prerequisite: Admission into a School of Art, Design and Art History graduate program or permission of instructor. |
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ART 690. Reading and Research Credits 1.00 - 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 002973
Directed reading and research in art areas of special concern to the student. Usually the topics will deal with art history, art theory or philosophical aesthetics. Prerequisite: Two graduate-level art history courses and permission of instructor. |
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ART 698. Comprehensive Continuance Credits 1.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 009074
Continued preparation in anticipation of the comprehensive examination. Course may be repeated as needed. |
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ART 699. Thesis Continuance Credits 2.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 011710
Continued study, research and writing in the area of thesis concentration. Course may be repeated as needed. |
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ART 700. Thesis Research Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 003881
This course is graded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory (S/U) basis. |
Art Education |
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ARED 518. Contemporary Issues in Art Education Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 012898
An investigation of contemporary issues and trends in education and art education and their impact on our schools, including state mandates, arts education associations on the state and national level, funding agencies and technology. Prerequisite: Art teaching license. |
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ARED 590. Topics in Art Education Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 013175
Graduate seminar presenting special topics in art education. Course may be repeated when course content changes. See MyMadison for current topics. Prerequisite: Admission to School of Art, Design and Art History graduate program and permission of instructor. |
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ARED 610. Studio Experiences in the Schools Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 012897
A course designed for the art teacher to explore, investigate and produce artwork in media or approaches unfamiliar to the teacher. Emphasis will be placed on acquiring skills and knowledge with respect to materials and processes of specific media, as well as their direct application to students in a school setting. Prerequisite: Art teaching license. |
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ARED 682. Research Methods for Educational Settings Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 013119
Research methods that can be used to study aspects of art education and general education are explored. Research proposals developed during this course will reflect a range of contemporary issues and practices unique to the field of art education. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Art teaching license. |
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ARED 683. Criticism of Art Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 000279
Crosslisted with: ART 683
An overview of major art theories, both as philosophy and style analysis, for the purpose of investigating the functions and practice of art criticism. Prerequisite: Admission into a School of Art, Design and Art History graduate program. |
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ARED 700. Thesis Research Credits 1.00 - 6.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 013174
This course is graded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory (S/U) basis. |
Art History |
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ARTH 508. The Museum: History and Controversies Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 012378
This advanced graduate seminar centers on art museums in the United States. Topics include the historical development of museums, related cultures of display, recent debates on institutional mission and responsibility, and contemporary artists who employ the museum as medium, subject matter or site. Course work centers on a substantial research paper based on primary source materials. Required field trips. Prerequisite: Admission into a School of Art, Design and Art History graduate program or permission of instructor. |
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ARTH 519. Topics in African Art Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 010682
Advanced topics in African Art will deal with current thematic or methodological issues such as contemporary African arts and artists, arts of the African Diaspora, a particular media (such as architecture or the textile arts), portraiture and identity, the royal arts of Africa, African film and performance, or gender in the arts of Africa. Prerequisite: Admission into a School of Art, Design and Art History graduate program or permission of instructor. |
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ARTH 539. Topics in Medieval Art Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 012442
Topics in Medieval Art may include the study of major buildings and artistic monuments in the medieval Mediterranean and in Western Europe, art in service of empire building, medieval audiences and modes of reception, and the afterlives of monuments into the contemporary period. Course work centers on a substantial research paper based on primary source materials. Prerequisite: Admission into a School of Art, Design and Art History graduate program or permission of instructor. |
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ARTH 546. Renaissance Art and the East Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 012443
This seminar explores artistic exchange between the Christian west and competing cultures in the east from c. 1250-1600, focusing on the powers of Italy and their interaction with the Islamic dynasties, the Mamluks of Egypt and the Ottomans in Turkey, as well as the Christian state of Byzantium. Special topics of interest may include palace architecture; city planning; portraiture; the exchange of luxury goods; and the use of art as a diplomatic tool. Substantial research paper required. Prerequisite: Admission into a School of Art, Design and Art History graduate program or permission of instructor. |
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ARTH 569. Topics in Nineteenth Century Art Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 010839
Topics in Nineteenth Century Art may include studies of major artists, such as Caspar David Friedrich or Edouard Manet, specific artists groups like the Pre-Raphaelite brotherhood, or thematic issues such as the relationship between art and nationalism. Prerequisite: Admission into a School of Art, Design and Art History graduate program or permission of instructor. |
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ARTH 571. Commemoration and Controversy: A History of Public Art in America Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 012445
This course examines the socio-historical, political, cultural and philosophical dimensions of public art in American society, from the Early Republic to the present day. Topics may include: the nature of public art, its uses and functions, as well as civic and official attitudes towards art in the public sphere. Issues of censorship, propaganda and the “culture wars” of the 1980s and 90s will be highlighted. Substantial research paper required. Prerequisite: Admission into a School of Art, Design and Art History graduate program or permission of instructor. |
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ARTH 572. Modern Art Since 1945 Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 006034
A study of the many developments and trends in American art since 1945. This course will focus on major American movements and artists since World War II, with an emphasis on understanding the theoretical basis of those movements and the development of the art market during this period. Seminar format. Prerequisite: Admission into a School of Art, Design and Art History graduate program or permission of instructor. |
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ARTH 579. Topics in Modern Art Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 010745
This advanced graduate seminar may include studies of modern and contemporary painters (i.e., Gerhard Richter), sculptors (i.e., Kiki Smith), performance and video artist (i.e., Bill Viola), or thematic issues such as the relationships between art, technology and gender/racial politics. Students are expected to do original research with primary sources. Prerequisite: Admission into a School of Art, Design and Art History graduate program or permission of instructor. |
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ARTH 584. Art of the Americas Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 010689
Art of indigenous peoples in the Americas (Meso, Central, South and/or North America) before European contact. The course will examine domestic and state architecture, painting, textiles, ceramics, metalwork and earthworks within the context of geographic, state, religious and social issues. Other topics include museum display, repatriation and western taxonomies. Prerequisite: Admission into a School of Art, Design and Art History graduate program or permission of instructor. |
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ARTH 586. Monticello Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 010678
Seminar on the architecture and material culture of Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello. The course will examine the design and construction of the house, its decorative arts, mechanical devices, landscape and garden design, Mulberry Row, the Monticello joinery, and the Indian Hall. Field trips to Monticello are required. Prerequisite: Admission into a School of Art, Design and Art History graduate program or permission of instructor. |
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ARTH 589. Topics in American Art History Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 010705
Topics in American art may include studies of major artists such as Thomas Cole, George Catlin or Thomas Eakins, a specific group like the Hudson River School, or thematic issues such as art produced in a colonial context, sentimentalism in American genre painting or representations of the American west in art. Prerequisite: Admission into a School of Art, Design and Art History graduate program or permission of instructor. |
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ARTH 590. Topics in Art History Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 000238
Study of selected topics in art and art history. May be repeated when course content changes. See MyMadison for current topics. Prerequisite: Admission into a School of Art, Design and Art History graduate program and permission of instructor. |
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ARTH 595. Internship in Art History Credits 1.00 - 6.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 008944
Individual internship programs may be pursued in a variety of art-related areas which would parallel the education and career needs of each student. Each internship will be a full-time work/study program which will expose the student to the agency’s organization and operation. Prerequisite: Admission into a School of Art, Design and Art History graduate program or permission of instructor. |
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BIO 500. Geology & Ecology of the Bahamas. Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 012727
Crosslisted with: GEOL 400, BIO 400
This course explores the geology and ecology of the shallow-water marine environment by examining the preeminent modern example, the Bahamas platform. The Bahamas provide an excellent model for understanding modern and ancient carbonate and reef deposits, and a variety of terrestrial/aquatic habitats. Biological processes are responsible for many of the geological features of the Bahamas, so the course considers the biology/ecology of marine organisms in addition to geological topics. Prerequisite: GEOL 110, GSCI 165 or 200 level GEOL or BIO course; at least 4 hours of additional lab science; and permission of the instructor. Credit may not be earned in both BIO 400 and BIO 500. |
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BIO 501. Workshops in Biology Credits 1.00 - 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 013239
Concentrated study in particular areas of biology. No credit is allowed toward the Master of Science degree requirements and no more than one workshop may be applied toward a minor in biology. |
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BIO 502. Forest Ecology Credits 4.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 012982
Crosslisted with: BIO 402.
A study of the function, structure, and composition of forested ecosystems. The effect of physical geography on the distribution of forest communities will be explored. Issues of forest management and restoration will also be considered. Field laboratory topics will include dendrology and sampling techniques within different forest successional stages. Prerequisite: Credit may not be earned in both BIO 402 and BIO 502. |
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BIO 504. Evolution Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 009461
Crosslisted with: BIO 404
Population change as brought about by mechanisms of organic evolution. Molecular biology is integrated with evolutionary biology and concepts of phylogenetic relationships resulting from the process of speciation are stressed. A seminar/research project is required. Prerequisite: BIO 224 or equivalent. Credit may not be earned in both BIO 404 and BIO 504. |
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BIO 513. Human Gross Anatomy with Clinical Applications Credits 9.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 010818
An advanced study of human anatomy with cadaver dissection. Emphasis is given to a clinical perspective and the evolution and development of human structure within a comparative context. Prerequisite: A rigorous undergraduate course in anatomy, admission to the Physician Assistant program or permission of the instructor. |
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BIO 514. Clinical Anatomy for Occupational Therapists Credits 4.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 011545
This course offers an in-depth study of the structure of the musculoskeletal and peripheral nervous system of the human body. Specific structural and neural pathologies will be examined in regards to impact on occupational performance. Laboratory experiences involving cadaver dissection, skeletal material, models and audiovisual technology will be utilized. Prerequisite: Admission to the occupational therapy program |
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BIO 516. Pathophysiology for Physician Assistants I Credits 6.00 PeopleSoft Course ID: 011374
An advanced clinically-oriented study of human physiology and the alterations in body functions that underlie diseases in humans. It serves as a foundation for courses in clinical medicine. Prerequisite: Admission to the physician assistant concentration. |
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