Summer Session I 2018 Credit Course Offerings
161 courses with 295 sections offered in Summer Session I 2018
Accounting
ACCT-103Introductory Accounting
3 Credits
This course provides an introduction to the principles and concepts of financial accounting. This course focuses on bookkeeping and accounting procedures through the accounting cycle for service and merchandising businesses, including special journals. This course presumes no previous knowledge of accounting.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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ACCT-103-E11
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Toland JFaculty Syllabus |
ACCT-103-E31
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Dilcher JFaculty Syllabus |
ACCT-105Financial Accounting
4 Credits
This course provides an introduction to the objectives, principles, assumptions and concepts of financial accounting. It focuses on procedures and practices from the accounting cycle through financial statement presentation with an emphasis on recognizing, valuing, reporting, and disclosing assets, liabilities, and equity. This course presumes no previous accounting knowledge.
- Prerequisites
- ACCT103 (C or better) or READ110 (C or better) or COMP108 (C or better) or Reading Placement Test score Level 3
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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ACCT-105-E11
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Dilcher JFaculty Syllabus |
ACCT-105-H13
Meets weekly on Wednesdays at 9:00am in Newtown; Online component uses Canvas and publisher website; Check Canvas for viewing access only, as early as 05/14/18; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Newtown Campus | Grady LFaculty Syllabus |
ACCT-106Managerial Accounting
4 Credits
This course introduces students to the concepts and applications of managerial accounting. Students focus on analysis and recording of various manufacturing costs, cost-volume-profit analysis, preparation of financial statements for a manufacturer, creation of static and flexible budgets and reports, evaluation of capital investments, and various costing systems.
- Prerequisites
- ACCT105 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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ACCT-106-E11
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Dilcher JFaculty Syllabus |
ACCT-106-E31
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Check Canvas for viewing access only, as early as 05/14/18; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Grady LFaculty Syllabus |
ACCT-250Auditing
3 Credits
This course provides a presentation of current audit practices for audit decision making and evidence accumulation. This course emphasizes the understanding of the audit objectives, the audit risks, the audit decisions to be made, the appropriate audit evidence, and audit reports.
- Prerequisites
- ACCT105 (C or better) or permission of the Department of Business, Innovation, and Legal Studies.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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ACCT-250-E31
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Check Canvas for viewing access only, as early as 05/14/18; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Grady LFaculty Syllabus |
ACCT-255Advanced Accounting
3 Credits
This course provides a comprehensive study of business combinations and the preparation of consolidated financial statements. In addition, it explores special problems such as international accounting issues, accounting for partnerships, and the financial reporting and disclosure requirements for governmental and not-for-profit entities.
- Prerequisites
- ACCT200 (C or better) or permission of the Department of Business, Innovation, and Legal Studies.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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ACCT-255-H32
Meets weekly on Tuesdays at 6:30pm in Newtown; Online component uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Newtown Campus | J. CovoneFaculty Syllabus |
American English as a Second Language
AESL-101Writing Skills for International Students
6 Credits
This course is designed for international students who possess intermediate American English language skills. Students will master the proper use of American English grammar and gain skill in expository writing and vocabulary by writing developmental paragraphs. Transferability is determined by the transfer institution.
- Prerequisites
- AESL placement score of 3 or AESL081 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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AESL-101-N31
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | A. BakerFaculty Syllabus |
American Sign Language
AMSL-110American Sign Language I
3 Credits
In this introduction to American Sign Language, students develop visual receptive skills, with a focus on visual memory, visual discrimination, and gestural expressive skills, and learn basic ASL vocabulary and grammatical structures. This course introduces students to the American Deaf Community as a linguistic and cultural minority.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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AMSL-110-N17
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Keck WFaculty Syllabus |
AMSL-110-N18
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Fitzpatrick CFaculty Syllabus |
Biology
BIOL-101Biological Science I
4 Credits
This course is an introduction to processes common to all living organisms. Science and the scientific method are described. Topics include: cell structure, energy transfer in plants and animals, classical genetics, molecular genetics, genetic engineering, and evolution. This course does not meet the curriculum requirements for biology majors.
- Prerequisites
- Reading Level 3 or READ110 (C or better) or permission of the Department of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics; Math Level 5 or higher or MATH095 (C or better); Writing Level 4 or COMP090 (C or better) or COMP108 (C or better)
- Additional Fees
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Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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BIOL-101-E11
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Heeney-Stemple BFaculty Syllabus |
BIOL-101-E12
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Check Canvas for viewing access only, as early as 05/14/18; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Marrington GFaculty Syllabus |
BIOL-101-E13
| Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Heeney-Stemple BFaculty Syllabus |
BIOL-101-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Knight KFaculty Syllabus |
BIOL-102Biological Science II
4 Credits
This course explores aspects of life at the macroscopic, whole-organism level. Topics are ecology, taxonomy, a survey of plant and animal life forms, and an examination of major systems for both plants and animals, with emphasis on humans. This course does not meet the curriculum requirements for biology majors.
- Prerequisites
- Reading Level 3 or READ110 (C or better) or permission of the Department of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics; Math Level 5 or higher or MATH095 (C or better); Writing Level 4 or COMP090 (C or better) or COMP108 (C or better) . BIOL1O1 is recommended but not required.
- Additional Fees
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Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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BIOL-102-E11
Uses Canvas; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Webb KFaculty Syllabus |
BIOL-115Basic Human Anatomy
3 Credits
This course is a study of human anatomy which develops a basic understanding of the structure and function of body organs and systems and their interactions. Other topics include nutrition, metabolism, and growth and development.
- Prerequisites
Reading Level 3 or higher, or READ110 (C or better) or permission of the Department of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics; and Math Level 5 or higher or MATH095 (C or better), and Writing Level 4 or higher or COMP090 (C or better) or COMP108 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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BIOL-115-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Babaian CFaculty Syllabus |
BIOL-121Biological Principles I
4 Credits
This course is a comprehensive introduction to molecular and cellular biology. Structure/function relations of macromolecules and cellular organelles are studied. Other topics include transformation of energy in plants (photosynthesis) and in other types of cells (cellular respiration), cellular reproduction (mitosis and meiosis), and Mendelian genetics.
- Prerequisites
- Reading Level 3 or READ110 (C or better) and CHEM101 (C or better) or CHEM121 (C or better) or High School Chemistry with the approval of the Department of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.
- Additional Fees
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Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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BIOL-121-E11
Uses Canvas and MyLab/Mastering; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Check Canvas for viewing access only, as early as 05/14/18; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Phillips PFaculty Syllabus |
BIOL-181Human Anatomy and Physiology I
4 Credits
This course introduces the study of the human body and the basic structure of cells, tissues, and organs. Topics include the structure and function of the integumentary, muscular, nervous, and skeletal systems.
- Prerequisites
- Reading Level 3 or READ110 (C or better)
- Additional Fees
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Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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BIOL-181-B11
| Face-To-Face | Lower Bucks Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Pescatore JFaculty Syllabus |
BIOL-181-E11
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Afshar AFaculty Syllabus |
BIOL-181-E12
Uses Canvas and MyLab/Mastering; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Check Canvas for viewing access only, as early as 05/14/18; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Phillips PFaculty Syllabus |
BIOL-181-E31
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Sullivan SFaculty Syllabus |
BIOL-181-E32
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Sullivan SFaculty Syllabus |
BIOL-181-H11
Meets weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays at 8:30am in Newtown; Online component uses Canvas and publisher website; Proctored testing is required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome. | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Newtown Campus | Afshar AFaculty Syllabus |
BIOL-181-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | H. ChristensenFaculty Syllabus |
BIOL-181-N18
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Barlow RFaculty Syllabus |
BIOL-181-U11
| Face-To-Face | Upper Bucks Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Cassano LFaculty Syllabus |
BIOL-182Human Anatomy and Physiology II
4 Credits
This course, a continuation of Human Anatomy and Physiology I, studies the structure and function of the cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, digestive, endocrine, excretory, nervous, reproductive, and respiratory systems, as well as human development and genetics.
- Prerequisites
- BIOL181 (C or better)
- Additional Fees
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Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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BIOL-182-E31
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Sullivan SFaculty Syllabus |
BIOL-182-E32
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Sullivan SFaculty Syllabus |
BIOL-182-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | H. ChristensenFaculty Syllabus |
BIOL-228Microbiology
4 Credits
This course includes a study of viruses, protozoa, algae, fungi and with special emphasis, bacteria. Laboratories incorporate the preparation of cultures and use of aseptic laboratory techniques, stains and biochemical activity for identification of organisms. The relationship of microbes to health and disease are also studied.
- Prerequisites
- BIOL121 (C or better) or BIOL181 (C or better).
- Additional Fees
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Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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BIOL-228-H11
Meets weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays at 9:00am in Newtown; Online component uses Canvas; Proctored testing is required - restrictions apply; Check Canvas for viewing access only, as early as 05/14/18; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome. | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Newtown Campus | Lifson EFaculty Syllabus |
BIOL-228-H12
Meets weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays at 1:00pm in Newtown; Online component uses Canvas; Proctored testing is required - restrictions apply; Check Canvas for viewing access only, as early as 05/14/18; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome. | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Newtown Campus | Lifson EFaculty Syllabus |
BIOL-228-H13
Meets weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdaus at 1:00pm in Newtown; Online component uses Canvas; Proctored testing is required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Newtown Campus | Goshorn SFaculty Syllabus |
BIOL-228-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Corn JFaculty Syllabus |
Chemistry
CHEM-101Chemistry A
4 Credits
This lecture and laboratory course examines basic principles of general and organic chemistry. Topics include nature of matter, measurement, dimensional analysis, atomic structure, bonding, properties of gases, liquids, solids, and solutions, chemical reactions, acids and bases, hydrocarbons, functional groups, radiochemistry, and nomenclature. Knowledge of arithmetic and basic algebra is essential.
- Prerequisites
- Prerequisites: MATH095 (C or better) or Math Placement Test score of 5 or higher
- Additional Fees
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Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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CHEM-101-B11
| Face-To-Face | Lower Bucks Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | G. MisraFaculty Syllabus |
CHEM-101-HB1
Meets weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:30pm in LBC; Online component uses Canvas and MyLab/Mastering; Check Canvas for viewing access only, as early as 05/14/18; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome. | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Lower Bucks Campus | Sweatlock JFaculty Syllabus |
CHEM-101-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | J. MalloyFaculty Syllabus |
CHEM-101-N18
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | G. MisraFaculty Syllabus |
CHEM-101-U11
| Face-To-Face | Upper Bucks Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Grimes FFaculty Syllabus |
CHEM-121Chemistry I
4 Credits
Science and engineering majors take this lecture and laboratory course to study fundamental theories and principles of chemistry. Topics include stoichiometry, atomic/molecular structure, bonding, states of matter, changes of state, and solutions. A quantitative study of each area is stressed; a strong background in chemistry and mathematics is required.
- Prerequisites
- MATH120 (C or better) and Chemistry Placement Exam Score of 1
- Additional Fees
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Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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CHEM-121-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | S. MelideoFaculty Syllabus |
CHEM-121-N12
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | S. MelideoFaculty Syllabus |
CHEM-122Chemistry II
4 Credits
This lecture and laboratory course is a continuation of CHEM121. Topics include molecular shape, chemical reactions, properties of liquids and solids and changes of state, solutions, reaction kinetics, chemical equilibrium, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry. Equilibrium topics include gaseous reactions, the ionization of weak acids and bases, hydrolysis of salts, and buffers.
- Prerequisites
- CHEM121 (C or better)
- Additional Fees
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Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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CHEM-122-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Ramaprasad RFaculty Syllabus |
College Readiness
COLL-101Orientation to College
1 Credit
Through self-exploration and interaction with classmates, faculty, and college representatives, the orientation course helps students identify their goals and make a smooth transition to the college community. Students gain knowledge of the college's resources, services, policies, and procedures, and develop a success plan.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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COLL-101-B12
: Coll Success-Making Cnnections The theme of this section is "Making Connections". Meets weekly on Mon & Wed 12:30-1:35. Course is conducted on 3 campuses originating in Newtown w/live transmission to UBC&LBC. | Face-To-Face | Lower Bucks Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Biletz JFaculty Syllabus |
COLL-101-E11
: Coll Success-Liberal Arts The theme of this section is "Liberal Arts". Uses Canvas; No textbook purchase required; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Bradshaw SFaculty Syllabus |
COLL-101-E13
: Coll Success-Online At Bucks The theme of this section is "Online at Bucks". Uses Canvas; No textbook is required. Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Sullivan LFaculty Syllabus |
COLL-101-N12
: Coll Success-Making Cnnections The theme of this section is "Making Connections". Meets weekly on Mon & Wed 12:30-1:35. Course is conducted on 3 campuses originating in Newtown w/live transmission to UBC&LBC. | Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Biletz JFaculty Syllabus |
COLL-101-U12
: Coll Success-Making Cnnections The theme of this section is "Making Connections". Meets weekly on Mon & Wed 12:30-1:35. Course is conducted on 3 campuses originating in Newtown w/live transmission to UBC&LBC. | Face-To-Face | Upper Bucks Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Biletz JFaculty Syllabus |
Communication Studies
COMM-105Interpersonal Communication
3 Credits
This introductory communication skills course helps students develop competencies in diverse social and professional communication. Students engage in activities and assignments that focus on diversity, perception, listening skills and conflict management skills.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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COMM-105-E12
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Pentimall MFaculty Syllabus |
COMM-105-E13
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Pentimall MFaculty Syllabus |
COMM-110Effective Speaking
3 Credits
This course helps students build confidence in preparing and delivering informative and persuasive speeches. Topics include subject selection, audience analysis, research, organization, and use of voice and body in speech delivery.
- Prerequisites
- Writing Placement Test score of 6 or better or COMP107 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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COMM-110-B11
| Face-To-Face | Lower Bucks Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Quinn JFaculty Syllabus |
COMM-110-B17
| Face-To-Face | Lower Bucks Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Dolan JFaculty Syllabus |
COMM-110-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | S. BennettFaculty Syllabus |
COMM-110-E13
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Queeney SFaculty Syllabus |
COMM-110-E14
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Queeney SFaculty Syllabus |
COMM-110-E16
Uses Canvas; Check Canvas for viewing access only, as early as 05/14/18; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Mahmoud VFaculty Syllabus |
COMM-110-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Schweibert DFaculty Syllabus |
COMM-110-N12
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Henson BFaculty Syllabus |
COMM-110-N18
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Henson BFaculty Syllabus |
COMM-110-U02
| Face-To-Face | Upper Bucks Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Nierenberg SFaculty Syllabus |
Composition/Writing
COMP-107Introduction to Academic Writing
3 Credits
To prepare students for COMP110, this course emphasizes paragraph development in academic, text-based essay assignments. Instructors guide students through the writing process, which requires critical thinking and decision-making in the use of evidence, sources, and rhetorical modes for effective paragraphs and essays.
- Prerequisites
- Writing Placement Test score of 4 or better or COMP090 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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COMP-107-E31
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Luciano EFaculty Syllabus |
COMP-107-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Groth SFaculty Syllabus |
COMP-107-N17
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Luciano EFaculty Syllabus |
COMP-110English Composition I
3 Credits
English Composition I emphasizes the systematic study of writing effective expository prose and argumentation, stressing development and support of a clear thesis. The focus of the course is to lay the foundation for future academic writing requirements, including the ability to analyze, synthesize, evaluate, summarize, paraphrase, and cite textual sources from required course readings.
- Prerequisites
- Writing Placement Test score of 6 or COMP107 (C or better) or COMP108 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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COMP-110-B17
| Face-To-Face | Lower Bucks Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Medio DFaculty Syllabus |
COMP-110-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Estes SFaculty Syllabus |
COMP-110-E12
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Rackin EFaculty Syllabus |
COMP-110-E13
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Kandl CFaculty Syllabus |
COMP-110-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Rubin AFaculty Syllabus |
COMP-110-N12
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Rubin AFaculty Syllabus |
COMP-110-U17
| Face-To-Face | Upper Bucks Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Quigley YFaculty Syllabus |
COMP-111English Composition II
3 Credits
In this continuation of English Composition I, students write several analytical essays assigned in conjunction with classroom study of a range of readings, including literature and critical analysis, that may center around a course theme. After sequenced instruction in research techniques, students write an argumentative and scholarly research paper.
- Prerequisites
- COMP110 (C or better) or Permission of the Department of Language and Literature
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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COMP-111-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Kumarage EFaculty Syllabus |
COMP-111-E12
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Kandl CFaculty Syllabus |
COMP-111-E13
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Diamond JFaculty Syllabus |
COMP-111-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Venditto DFaculty Syllabus |
COMP-111-N12
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Venditto DFaculty Syllabus |
COMP-111-N13
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Venditto DFaculty Syllabus |
COMP-111-U17
| Face-To-Face | Upper Bucks Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Stubbs JFaculty Syllabus |
COMP-114Technical Writing
3 Credits
This course is designed for students majoring in technical, pre-engineering, and scientific fields. Assignments reflect actual technical writing tasks, with a focus on subject, purpose, and audience. The class examines traditional linear documents (instruction manuals, proposals) and those in an on-line format. Students learn to incorporate electronic formatting into technical documents.
- Prerequisites
- COMP110 (C or better) or Writing Placement Test score of 9 or permission of the Department of Language and Literature
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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COMP-114-E31
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Bruck SFaculty Syllabus |
COMP-114-E33
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Barber KFaculty Syllabus |
COMP-114-E34
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Barber KFaculty Syllabus |
COMP-115Creative Writing I
3 Credits
This course is a seminar-type exploration of creative writing techniques with emphasis on writing and criticism of student writing. Work from literary tradition will be studied as models and inspiration for the students' own literary efforts. Assignments will enable students to express and develop their creative skills.
- Prerequisites
- COMP110 (C or better) or Writing Placement Test score of 9 or permission of the Department of Language and Literature, based on the writing samples
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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COMP-115-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Freeman JFaculty Syllabus |
Computer Information Science
CISC-100Digital Literacy
3 Credits
A hands-on course for non-majors dealing with personal computers in a wide variety of settings. Topics include: basic computer concepts, computer hardware, operating systems, the Internet, online safety and security, email, computer applications including word processors, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, databases, and the impact of computers on society.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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CISC-100-E31
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Price BFaculty Syllabus |
CISC-110Introduction to Information Systems
3 Credits
This course provides an overview of business information systems. Topics include hardware and software fundamentals, use of software packages, effective use of networks, Internet, and other communication tools, the design of management information systems, as well as the ethical use of computers in business and society. Hands-on experience is provided.
- Prerequisites
- Reading Placement test score Level 3 or READ110 (C or better) or COMP108 (C or better) or permission of the Department of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
- Additional Fees
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Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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CISC-110-E31
Uses Canvas and MyLab/Mastering; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Lane JFaculty Syllabus |
CISC-110-E32
Uses Canvas and MyLab/Mastering; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Johnstone BFaculty Syllabus |
CISC-110-N12
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | A. MattyFaculty Syllabus |
CISC-110-N19
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Ferguson HFaculty Syllabus |
CISC-113Visual Basic Programming I
3 Credits
This is an introductory course dealing with the concepts of object-oriented/event driven computer programming of Windows applications. The class is offered in a lecture/lab format. Students will develop solutions and create programs to solve business problems.
- Prerequisites
- MATH095 (C or better) or Math Placement Test score of 5 or higher
- Additional Fees
- View current fees
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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CISC-113-E31
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Guiniven TFaculty Syllabus |
CISC-115Computer Science I
4 Credits
This is a first course for computer science students providing an introduction to the use and impact of computers, numbering systems, data representations, the fundamentals of structured programming, and problem solving through the use of logic design tools. Students develop programs using an object-oriented programming language.
- Prerequisites
- MATH095 (C or better) or Math Placement Test score of 5 or higher
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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CISC-115-N19
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Miller SFaculty Syllabus |
CISC-128Comparative Operating Systems
4 Credits
The course introduces the student to the functional components of the operating system software, which manages the physical resources of the computer system. Microprocessor based operating systems are emphasized.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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CISC-128-E31
Uses Canvas; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | J. RockFaculty Syllabus |
CISC-143Essentials of Networking
4 Credits
This lecture and laboratory course introduces the fundamental properties of data transmission and computer networks. Topics include: data transfer, the OSI and TCP/IP models, protocols, WAN and LAN topologies, devices and media, security and troubleshooting. This course provides basic background for other networking courses and industry certifications.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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CISC-143-E31
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | R. ButlerFaculty Syllabus |
CISC-213Computer Science III (Java)
4 Credits
This course is a continuation of Computer Science II. This course will apply object-oriented and software engineering techniques to the design and implementation of programs that manipulate complex data structures. Topics include recursion, stacks, queues, linked lists, hash tables, and trees.
- Prerequisites
- CISC122 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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CISC-213-E31
Uses Canvas; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Summers JFaculty Syllabus |
CISC-215Database Design and Application Development
3 Credits
This course provides students with a foundation of knowledge needed to work with database management systems and to create applications utilizing current development strategies. Students examine various types of database techniques with emphasis on relational designs. Students design and implement solutions to business-related problems.
- Prerequisites
- CISC127 (C or better) and CISC110 (C or better), or CISC113 (C or better), or CISC115 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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CISC-215-E31
Uses Canvas; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Summers JFaculty Syllabus |
Criminal Justice
CRIJ-110Introduction to Criminal Law
3 Credits
This course introduces students to the study of substantive criminal law. The major topics of study include the purposes of criminal law, the elements of criminal law, defenses to crimes, criminal sanctions, constitutional limits on criminal law and the entrepreneurial mindset as applied to an issue in criminal law.
- Prerequisites
- CRIJ100 or
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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CRIJ-110-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome. | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Jakub SFaculty Syllabus |
CRIJ-160Introduction to Juvenile Justice
3 Credits
This course introduces students to the juvenile justice system, both delinquent and dependent. The major topics include theories of juvenile delinquency and dependency, juvenile offender laws, and the relationship among juveniles, family, probation, and schools.
- Prerequisites
- CRIJ100 or
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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CRIJ-160-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome. | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Jakub SFaculty Syllabus |
CRIJ-210Terrorism
3 Credits
This course introduces students to the history and foundations of terrorism, terrorism as a universal phenomenon, weapons of mass destruction, counterterrorism, and the future of terrorism. The major topics of study include modern day national and international events and their connections to terrorism.
- Prerequisites
- CRIJ100 or
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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CRIJ-210-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome. | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Ritchie RFaculty Syllabus |
CRIJ-280Criminal Justice Internship
3 Credits
This course introduces students to field work directly related to the student's academic preparation and career objectives. The major areas of focus include partaking in actual field work, observing real-life situations of the working professional and their clients, and comparing academic theory to field work observations.
- Prerequisites
- CRIJ100 (C or better) and permission of the Department
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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CRIJ-280-E11
| Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Mancini R, Jakub S, Marseglia D, J. KellyFaculty Syllabus |
Economics
ECON-111Principles of Economics - Macro
3 Credits
An introduction to the basic principles of economics, with emphasis upon macroeconomic theory and analysis. Among topics considered are the scope and nature of economics, ideology and structure of the American economy, national income and employment theory, business fluctuations, money and banking, fiscal and monetary policies, and economic growth.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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ECON-111-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Cocca SFaculty Syllabus |
ECON-111-E12
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | McCoy DFaculty Syllabus |
ECON-111-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | C. GilsteinFaculty Syllabus |
ECON-112Principles of Economics - Micro
3 Credits
Students study basic economic principles with particular emphasis upon microeconomic theory and problems. Among topics considered are the economics of the firm, the price system and resource allocation, the distribution of income, domestic economic problems, international trade, economic development, and comparative economic systems.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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ECON-112-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Cocca SFaculty Syllabus |
ECON-112-E12
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Swanzer LFaculty Syllabus |
ECON-112-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | T. CostelloFaculty Syllabus |
Education
EDUC-150Science and Math Experiences for Young Children
3 Credits
Participants in this course learn the development of children’s mathematical and scientific thinking and identify and create science and math experiences to support that development. Students create standards-based science and math experiences using appropriate materials. Students complete five hours of observation.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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EDUC-150-H11
Meets weekly on Tuesdays at 8:30am in Newtown; Online component uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Newtown Campus | Dauria KFaculty Syllabus |
EDUC-160Introduction to Exceptionalities
3 Credits
This course provides an overview of the different categories of exceptional learners. The course emphasizes issues in the education of individuals with cognitive impairment, learning disabilities, emotional disturbance, and physical handicaps, including inclusion and other placement options. Students complete five hours of observation.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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EDUC-160-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Kaplinski KFaculty Syllabus |
EDUC-200Integrated Arts, Movement, and Play
3 Credits
Students integrate children's creativity, play, music, movement, and the arts into the curriculum. Students describe the process involved in guiding children to creatively express themselves in art, movement, and play. Students learn how to effectively support goals of multicultural education and exceptional learners. Students complete five hours of observation.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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EDUC-200-H11
| Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Upper Bucks Campus | R. LamarFaculty Syllabus |
EDUC-206Fieldwork: Observation and Assessment in Education II- PreK-4
3 Credits
Students spend four hours each week in an early childhood or K-4th grade classroom. Students observe, develop, and apply classroom skills. Areas of focus include teacher language, community building and classroom management, assessment, and teacher and student behavior and interactions. Students complete a minimum of forty hours field experience.
- Prerequisites
- EDUC105 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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EDUC-206-H11
| Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Newtown Campus | Dauria KFaculty Syllabus |
French
FREN-110Elementary French I
3 Credits
In this course students learn the basics of understanding, speaking, reading, and writing French. This course stresses oral proficiency, pronunciation, listening comprehension, and grammatical accuracy, as well as the cultural backgrounds of French-speaking countries.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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FREN-110-E11
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | C. CohenFaculty Syllabus |
FREN-110-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | R. AttabFaculty Syllabus |
FREN-202Intermediate French II
3 Credits
This course reviews basic essentials of vocabulary and grammatical constructions and presents further constructions not covered in FREN201. The course provides additional material for a solid foundation in conversation and composition and continues to place emphasis on knowledge and appreciation of the cultural backgrounds of French-speaking countries.
- Prerequisites
- FREN201 (C or better) or equivalent or permission of the Department of Language & Literature
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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FREN-202-H01
Meets weekly on Mondays at 8:30am in Newtown; Online component uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Newtown Campus | R. AttabFaculty Syllabus |
German
GRMN-110Elementary German I
3 Credits
In this interactive course students acquire a basic knowledge of understanding, speaking, reading, and writing German. It places emphasis on oral proficiency, listening, comprehension, and grammatical accuracy. Cultural background accompanies each chapter.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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GRMN-110-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Harvey RFaculty Syllabus |
Health Education
HLTH-103Life and Health
3 Credits
This course is an introduction to perplexing personal and social health problems in contemporary society, providing opinions, data, and facts that help the student investigate these problems. A synthesis of knowledge is presented from a variety of disciplines, such as medicine, psychology, physiology, sociology, sexology, and child development.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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HLTH-103-E11
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Sullivan LFaculty Syllabus |
HLTH-103-E12
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Bhaya DFaculty Syllabus |
HLTH-120Nutrition
3 Credits
This course is an introduction to nutrition as a health science that examines the nutrients essential to human life. The metabolic action, requirements, and nutrient food sources are studied along with application of entrepreneurial skills. Needs and behavior patterns in children and adults are used to illustrate the relationship between diet and health.
- Prerequisites
- Reading Placement Test score Level 3 or higher or READ110 (C or better) or COMP108 (C or better) or
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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HLTH-120-E12
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Bradshaw SFaculty Syllabus |
HLTH-120NNutrition with a Registered Dietitian
3 Credits
This course is an introduction to nutrition as a health science that examines the nutrients essential to human life. The metabolic action, requirements, and food sources of the nutrients are studied along with application of entrepreneurial skills. Needs and behavior patterns in children and adults are used to illustrate the relationship between diet and health.
- Prerequisites
- Reading Placement Test score Level 3 or higher or READ110 (C or better) or COMP108 (C or better) or
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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HLTH-120N-E12
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Jones KFaculty Syllabus |
HLTH-120N-E13
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Kisver SFaculty Syllabus |
Health Information Technology
HITT-105Legal Aspects of Health Information Technology
3 Credits
This course covers concepts and principles of law found in the healthcare field. The course focuses on legal issues regarding health information, including confidentiality, release of health information, consent forms, liability of healthcare providers, concepts and methods of risk management in the healthcare field, and other current medical/legal issues.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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HITT-105-H83
Meets weekly on Thursdays at 6:30pm in Newtown; Online component uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Newtown Campus | Talone DFaculty Syllabus |
HITT-280Health Information Technology Externship
3 Credits
This course prepares students to work in various health care settings, performing assigned health information duties. The work experience is supported by knowledge and skills gained in pre-requisite courses, site liaison feedback, and externship instructor site visits.
- Prerequisites
- Completion of all other HITT courses in the program with a grade of C or better and permission of the Department of Health Sciences
- Additional Fees
- View current fees
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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HITT-280-N31
| Face-To-Face | Off-Campus May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Talone DFaculty Syllabus |
HITT-285Medical Coding/Billing Externship
3 Credits
Medical Coding/Billing Certificate students will apply coding/billing principles in a health care provider setting. Students will gain 120 hours of experience in International Classification of Diseases Coding Modifiers (current ICD curriculum) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding systems and related activities.
- Prerequisites
- Completion of all courses in the Medical Coding/Billing Certificate program with a C or better and permission of the Department of Health Sciences
- Additional Fees
- View current fees
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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HITT-285-N31
| Face-To-Face | Off-Campus May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Talone DFaculty Syllabus |
HITT-297Medical Coding
3 Credits
This course covers principles of the International Classification of Diseases Coding Modifiers (current ICD curriculum), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), and third party reimbursement. Students are provided with the fundamentals of a classification coding system used in health care industries.
- Prerequisites
- MEDA120 or BIOL115
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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HITT-297-N32
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Greco VFaculty Syllabus |
History/Historic Preservation
HIST-111History of Western Civilization I
3 Credits
This course is a survey and critical examination of Western human history and explores the social, political, religious, intellectual, and artistic achievements from the earliest human civilizations to the Age of Reason.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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HIST-111-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Mancini RFaculty Syllabus |
HIST-113Global History: Ancient and Medieval World
3 Credits
This course is a survey and critical examination of global history in which students explore the social, political, religious, economic, intellectual, and artistic achievements of the earliest human societies until roughly 1500 C.E.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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HIST-113-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Seutter JFaculty Syllabus |
HIST-146East Asia
3 Credits
An interdisciplinary study of the cultures of China, Japan, Korea and neighboring countries. Social, historical, economic, factors will be examined with special attention paid to philosophy, traditional cultures, national unification, modernization and East/West relations.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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HIST-146-E31
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Totten JFaculty Syllabus |
HIST-151U.S. History: Young America
3 Credits
This course explores U.S. history from European colonization until the end of the Civil War. Students critically examine the social, cultural, economic, and political dynamics of America's agrarian age.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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HIST-151-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Mazurek TFaculty Syllabus |
HIST-151-E31
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Totten JFaculty Syllabus |
HIST-151-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Dunlap DFaculty Syllabus |
HIST-152U.S. History: Modern America
3 Credits
Students explore America's transformation into an industrial and global power since the Reconstruction era. Topics critically examined include: immigration, modernization, struggles for race, class, gender, and sexual equality, nationalism, world war, and broad social, economic, and cultural change.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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HIST-152-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome. | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Gross SFaculty Syllabus |
HIST-152-E31
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Totten JFaculty Syllabus |
HIST-192Principles of Historic Building Analysis
1 Credit
This course is an overview of American architecture. Students explore historic styles within a social and cultural context. Emphasis on identification, description, and building significance explored through representative examples throughout the country. Students identify, describe, and write about significant architecture in context.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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HIST-192-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | M. MetcalfFaculty Syllabus |
HIST-203Historic Preservation Internship
3 Credits
The Internship for Historic Preservation provides students with practical training in the field. Students apply historic preservation skills to a selected preservation project. Students work directly under the supervision of a Historic Preservation Professional to develop the project plan and execution.
- Prerequisites
- 18 credits of completed coursework in Historic Preservation (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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HIST-203-E31
Uses Canvas; Check Canvas for viewing access only, as early as 05/14/18; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Fisher-Olsen PFaculty Syllabus |
HIST-210Topics in Historic Preservation
3 Credits
This course introduces students to various emerging issues in historic preservation. Topics vary by semester and include developing areas of historic preservation and/or areas of historic preservation which are subject to frequent reinterpretation.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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HIST-210-H11
3 class meetings 7/6, 7/7, 7/8 full day classes held 9-5 each day; Online component uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Newtown Campus Saturday, July 07, 2018 | M. RatiniFaculty Syllabus |
Hotel/Motel Management
HRIM-210HRIM Internship
3 Credits
In this course, students engage in on-the-job training in supervised internships in hotels, motels, and restaurants. Industry principals and the Program Coordinator interview candidates to assist in their placement and provide follow-up assessment.
- Prerequisites
- HRIM100 (C or better) or permission of the Department of Business Studies
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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HRIM-210-N31
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Angeline JFaculty Syllabus |
Humanities
HUMN-111Ancient World: Culture and Ideas
3 Credits
This course is a historical survey of the art, literature, music, philosophy, technology, science, and religion of ancient cultures (25,000 B.C.E. - 300 C.E.) Students explore the major themes at the heart of the Western cultural tradition.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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HUMN-111-E11
Uses Canvas; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Shah MFaculty Syllabus |
HUMN-120Survey of World Religions
3 Credits
This course is a study of the historical development of world religion from pre-civilization to the development of the major religions of India (Hinduism, Jainism, Buddhism, and Sikhism), the Far East (Taoism, Confucianism, and Shintoism), and the Near East (Zoroastrianism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam).
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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HUMN-120-E11
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Shah MFaculty Syllabus |
Italian
ITAL-110Elementary Italian I
3 Credits
In this course students learn the basics of understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Italian. Instruction stresses oral proficiency, correct pronunciation, listening comprehension, and grammatical accuracy, as well as the cultural and historical backgrounds of the Italian-speaking countries.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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ITAL-110-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Rusnak MFaculty Syllabus |
Japanese
JPNS-101Elementary Japanese I
3 Credits
In this course students learn the basics of listening, speaking, understanding, reading, and writing using the <em>Hiragana</em> and <em>Katakana</em> writing systems, and also study basic communication. The course includes knowledge and appreciation of Japanese historical and cultural backgrounds.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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JPNS-101-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Gallagher MFaculty Syllabus |
Kinesiology
KINS-110Tennis
2 Credits
This course is designed to enable any student to learn the leisure time sport of tennis and to enhance and enrich his/her leisure experience. This course will also help the student improve his organic, social, and mental wellness.
- Additional Fees
- View current fees
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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KINS-110-N17
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Bradshaw SFaculty Syllabus |
KINS-130Yoga
2 Credits
This course is designed to introduce the student to the fundamental philosophies, skills, techniques, and terms of Hatha Yoga. Emphasis is placed on how to correctly practice yoga and how to incorporate it into student daily habits. This course will also teach valid concepts of nutrition and exercise physiology.
- Additional Fees
- View current fees
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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KINS-130-N17
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Greenfield DFaculty Syllabus |
KINS-133Archery
2 Credits
This course is designed to give the student a fundamental background in the skills, techniques, and rule interpretation of archery. Students will learn proper care of equipment, safety, and rules for tournament play. Basic principles of physiology of exercise and proper nutrition will be presented.
- Additional Fees
- View current fees
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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KINS-133-N17
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Coyne SFaculty Syllabus |
KINS-170Individual Fitness and Wellness
2 Credits
This course is designed to guide the student to develop a personal fitness program utilizing concepts of muscle physiology and nutrition. Each student will be evaluated and an individual exercise and nutrition program will be recommended.
- Additional Fees
- View current fees
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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KINS-170-H11
3 class meetings at Newtown: 5/22, 6/5, 6/26 at 5:00pm; Online component uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Newtown Campus Tuesday, June 05, 2018 Tuesday, June 26, 2018 | Bhaya DFaculty Syllabus |
Law
LAWS-100Introduction to Paralegal Studies
3 Credits
This course provides students with basic coverage of the important role paralegals play in many employment contexts. Through completion of innovative exercises, which foster an entrepreneurial mindset, students learn how to identify legal issues; and understand various legal specialties, ethics, research and skills necessary to excel in this growing field.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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LAWS-100-E11
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Seibert, BFaculty Syllabus |
LAWS-180Business Organizations: Paralegal
3 Credits
This course provides an overview of corporations, partnerships, and sole proprietorships in businesses. Students also learn the court procedures and tax implications associated with sole proprietorships, corporations or partnerships.
- Prerequisites
- LAWS100 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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LAWS-180-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Seibert, BFaculty Syllabus |
LAWS-225Legal Research and Writing II
3 Credits
This course emphasizes the systematic study of electronic legal research and critical analysis of legal issues, location, and evaluation of appropriate legal authority and application of such authority to the resolution of hypothetical factual situations. Students learn how to prepare persuasive presentations in acceptable legal format.
- Prerequisites
- LAWS100 (C or better) AND LAWS220 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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LAWS-225-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome. | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Costello HFaculty Syllabus |
Literature
LITR-205English Literature to the 19th Century
3 Credits
This course traces the development of British Literature from its Anglo-Saxon origins to the beginning of the 19th Century through the examination of representative literary and historical/cultural texts from a diverse range of writers and perspectives.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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LITR-205-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Barber KFaculty Syllabus |
LITR-206English Literature in the 19th and 20th Century
3 Credits
This course traces the development of British Literature from the beginning of the 19th Century to the present through the examination of representative literary and historical/cultural texts from a diverse range of writers and perspectives.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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LITR-206-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Estes SFaculty Syllabus |
LITR-232American Literature from 1865
3 Credits
This course surveys the development of American Literature from Whitman to the present, with emphasis upon thorough acquaintance with the work of the significant writers of the period, including women and minorities, in their historical and cultural context.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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LITR-232-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Diamond JFaculty Syllabus |
LITR-232-N17
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Wilson HFaculty Syllabus |
LITR-246Children's Literature
3 Credits
This course surveys the development of children’s literature from oral folk tales through nursery rhymes, literary folk tales, modern fantasy, realistic fiction, and informational books. Students learn about poetry, prose, illustrations, fiction, and literary genres, study the dynamics of reading aloud, and explore creative techniques for presenting literature.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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LITR-246-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Shakely JFaculty Syllabus |
LITR-254World Literature I
3 Credits
Students read and analyze literary works drawn from non-English speaking cultures. Lecture and discussion shall emphasize both literary issues, including structure and technique, and a sense of the cultural backgrounds that inform those works. Instructors assign translated works from the ancient world until approximately 1650.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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LITR-254-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Rusnak MFaculty Syllabus |
LITR-277Introduction to Short Fiction
3 Credits
This course explores the short story and novella as meaningful literary forms, with emphasis on structure and technique. Lectures and classroom discussions are reinforced by examinations, critical essays, and exercises in critical analysis.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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LITR-277-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Luciano EFaculty Syllabus |
Management
MGMT-100Introduction to Business
3 Credits
This course examines the social, legal, ethical, economic and political interactions of business and society in the United States and internationally. Business and non-business majors learn about the relationship and impact of business to society in which they are citizens, consumers, and producers.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MGMT-100-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Luce GFaculty Syllabus |
MGMT-100-E12
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Imber BFaculty Syllabus |
MGMT-100-HB1
Meets weekly on Monday at 10:00am; NOTE: This course is conducted on three campuses originating in Newtown with live transmission to UBC and LBC; Online component uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Lower Bucks Campus | Luce GFaculty Syllabus |
MGMT-100-HN1
Meets weekly on Monday at 10:00am; NOTE: This course is conducted on three campuses originating in Newtown with live transmission to UBC and LBC; Online component uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Newtown Campus | Luce GFaculty Syllabus |
MGMT-100-HU1
Meets weekly on Monday at 10:00am; NOTE: This course is conducted on three campuses originating in Newtown with live transmission to UBC and LBC; Online component uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Upper Bucks Campus | Luce GFaculty Syllabus |
MGMT-110Small Business Management
3 Credits
This course reviews considerations in establishing and managing a small business venture in today's complex business environment. It promotes application of the entrepreneurial mindset to issues of management, operations and control. Also reviewed are legal forms of ownership, financial planning and resources, ethical issues, and the importance of social responsibility.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MGMT-110-E11
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Imber BFaculty Syllabus |
MGMT-120Business Mathematics
3 Credits
This course applies students' interpretation of basic mathematical concepts to common business usage covering such topics as percentages, interest, trade, bank and cash discounts, payroll, time value of money, and business loans.
- Prerequisites
- Math Placement Test score of 5 or better or MATH095 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MGMT-120-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Sell KFaculty Syllabus |
MGMT-130Business Law
3 Credits
This course examines the fundamentals of Business Law, the legal process and environment within which individuals and business operate, and the relationship of law, business, and the individual. Topics include the basic elements of a contract, the Uniform Commercial Code, and provision on sales and negotiable instruments.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MGMT-130-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome. | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Costello HFaculty Syllabus |
MGMT-130-E12
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Timby TFaculty Syllabus |
MGMT-135Business Communication
3 Credits
The strategies and techniques of writing letters, memos, and reports are emphasized. Students will develop and refine these skills through assignments that include positive letters, negative letters, and other types of business messages. An analytical business report is assigned to apply principles for writing a business research report.
- Prerequisites
- Writing Placement score of 6 or better or COMP107 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MGMT-135-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Luce GFaculty Syllabus |
MGMT-160Insurance and Risk Management
3 Credits
The course covers the risks that are faced by an individual or firm and the various methods for their treatment. Methods of treatment include, but are not limited to, insurance, loss prevention, suretyship, simple retention, and self-insurance. Topics include personal and business insurance.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MGMT-160-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Beem CFaculty Syllabus |
MGMT-180Legal Environment of Business
3 Credits
This course examines the various classifications of the law and the rights and responsibilities imposed on the business community by our legal system. It introduces students to the evolutionary process of the legal system and its impact on the individual, business environment, and upon society as a whole.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MGMT-180-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Simcox CFaculty Syllabus |
MGMT-230Principles of Management
3 Credits
This course presents the principles, techniques, and concepts needed for managerial analysis and decision-making. It highlights the effective management of planning, organizing, influencing, and controlling related to the internal and external environment and issues of ethics and social responsibility. It emphasizes a variety of communication skills.
- Prerequisites
- MGMT100 (C or better) or MGMT110 (C or better) or Permission of the Department of Business, Innovation, and Legal Studies
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MGMT-230-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Beem CFaculty Syllabus |
MGMT-280Management Internship
3 Credits
Students participate in an on-the-job experience and observation in a field directly related to their academic preparation and career objectives in business management. Students review actual experience and observation in the light of theory and skills learned academically with a College Coordinator.
- Prerequisites
- 24 college credits, a GPA of 2.5 earned in courses by the Department of Business, Innovation, and Legal Studies and permission of the Department of Business, Innovation, and Legal Studies
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
---|---|---|---|
MGMT-280-N31
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Imber BFaculty Syllabus |
Marketing
MKTG-100Principles of Marketing
3 Credits
This course examines the major elements in the marketing mix, including product planning, pricing, channel and logistics of dispersion, and promotion. It reviews consumer demand, as well as principles, functions, and the basic problems and opportunities that exist in the world of marketing.
- Prerequisites
- MGMT100 (C or better) or MGMT110 (C or better) or Permission of the Department of Business Studies
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
---|---|---|---|
MKTG-100-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Sell KFaculty Syllabus |
MKTG-100-E12
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Imber BFaculty Syllabus |
MKTG-100-HB7
Meets weekly on Wednesday at 6:30pm; NOTE: This course is conducted on three campuses originating in Newtown with live transmission to UBC and LBC; Online component uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome sites. | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Lower Bucks Campus | Beem CFaculty Syllabus |
MKTG-100-HN7
Meets weekly on Wednesday at 6:30pm; NOTE: This course is conducted on three campuses originating in Newtown with live transmission to UBC and LBC; Online component uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome sites. | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Newtown Campus | Beem CFaculty Syllabus |
MKTG-100-HU7
Meets weekly on Wednesday at 6:30pm; NOTE: This course is conducted on three campuses originating in Newtown with live transmission to UBC and LBC; Online component uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome sites. | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Upper Bucks Campus | Beem CFaculty Syllabus |
MKTG-120Introduction to the Fashion Industry
3 Credits
This course explores the relationship of the fashion industry to the society in which we are consumers. It includes fashion history development, a survey of select fashion industries, fashion merchandising, fashion design, apparel manufacturing, textile marketing, and accessory marketing.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MKTG-120-E11
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Sell KFaculty Syllabus |
MKTG-200Advertising
3 Credits
This course studies advertising theory, design, functions, principles, and procedures. It emphasizes the utilization of various media, along with the overall advertising campaign strategy based on creative problem solving. Topics include creative promotional activities, particularly as they help to integrate advertising into the marketing program.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MKTG-200-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Imber BFaculty Syllabus |
MKTG-230Social Media Marketing
3 Credits
This course explores social media marketing principles and best practices for using social media for business, reputation management, and online community building. Students analyze current social networking sites, learning how to use social media to create meaningful relationships with customers, clients, and colleagues. The relevant legal/ethical ramifications are studied.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MKTG-230-E12
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 30, 2018 | Sell KFaculty Syllabus |
MKTG-280Marketing Internship
3 Credits
Students participate in an on-the-job experience and observation in a field directly related to their academic preparation and career objectives in marketing/retail. Students periodically review actual experience and observation in the light of theory and skills learned academically with a College Coordinator.
- Prerequisites
- 24 college credits, a GPA of 2.5 earned in courses by the Department of Business, Innovation, and Legal Studies or permission of the Department of Business, Innovation, and Legal Studies
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
---|---|---|---|
MKTG-280-N31
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Imber BFaculty Syllabus |
Mathematics
MATH-089Fast Track Mathematics
1 Credit
This course reviews various mathematical concepts from Pre-Algebra through Pre-Calculus. After taking the math placement test, students work with math software to strengthen their mathematical knowledge and potentially increase their placement score through the software, leading to continue with other courses within a program of study earlier.
- Prerequisites
- Math Placement Test
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
---|---|---|---|
MATH-089-E11
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Termine JFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-090Prealgebra
3 Credits
This course provides preparation for study in algebra. Topics include a review of basic arithmetic skills, fractions, and decimals, an introduction to signed numbers, variables, equation solving, and data analysis. Transferability is determined by transfer institution.
- Prerequisites
- Math Placement Test score of 1
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
---|---|---|---|
MATH-090-E11
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Termine JFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-090-N12
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Hunsberger RFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-095Basic Algebra
3 Credits
This is an introductory course in Algebra. Topics include operations with numerical and algebraic expressions, solving linear and absolute value equations and inequalities; factoring polynomials, solving quadratic equations, and graphing linear equations and inequalities. Study skills are also emphasized. Transferability is determined by transfer institution.
- Prerequisites
- Math Placement Test score of 3 or MATH090 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
---|---|---|---|
MATH-095-E11
Uses Canvas and MyLab/Mastering; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Check Canvas for viewing access only, as early as 05/14/18; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Magliaro WFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-095-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Bellew IFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-095-U11
| Face-To-Face | Upper Bucks Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | S. Tesla-BerryFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-101Mathematical Concepts I
3 Credits
This course is primarily for liberal arts and education majors, and emphasizes mathematical systems and reasoning. Course content includes sets, symbolic logic, and elementary probability and such optional topics as basic statistics, game theory, or linear programming.
- Prerequisites
- Math Placement Test score of 5 or higher or MATH095 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MATH-101-E11
Uses Canvas and MyLab/Mastering; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Morelli AFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-101-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | R. StormFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-101-N19
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Smith E RFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-102Mathematics for Educators I
3 Credits
This course provides a preparation in mathematics for students interested in elementary education. Topics include inductive and deductive reasoning, elementary logic, sets, numeration systems, the real number system and its subsets, number theory, and algebraic equations and inequalities.
- Prerequisites
- Math Placement Test score of 5 or MATH095 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
---|---|---|---|
MATH-102-E11
Uses Canvas and MyLab/Mastering; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Check Canvas for viewing access only, as early as 05/14/18; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Bolton MFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-103Intermediate Algebra
3 Credits
This course provides a preparation for more advanced study in mathematics and related fields. Topics include simplifying algebraic, rational, and radical expressions; solving quadratic, rational, radical, absolute value, exponential, and logarithmic equations; solving compound and absolute value inequalities, and graphing functions.
- Prerequisites
- Math Placement Test score of 5 or MATH095 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
---|---|---|---|
MATH-103-B18
| Face-To-Face | Lower Bucks Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Ejdaharian RFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-103-E11
Uses Canvas and MyLab/Mastering; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Check Canvas for viewing access only, as early as 05/14/18; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Magliaro WFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-103-E31
Uses MyLab/Mastering; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Martin LFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-103-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Murray JFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-103-N12
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Magliaro WFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-103-U11
| Face-To-Face | Upper Bucks Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | S. TorpeyFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-115Elementary Statistics
3 Credits
This course is primarily for business, science, liberal arts, and education majors. Topics studied include descriptive measures for empirical data, theory of probability, probability distributions, sampling distributions of statistics from large and small samples, estimation theory, hypothesis testing, correlation, and regression.
- Prerequisites
- Math Placement Test score of 7 or higher or MATH101 (C or better) or MATH103 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
---|---|---|---|
MATH-115-E11
Uses Canvas and MyLab/Mastering; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Morelli AFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-115-E12
Uses Canvas and MyLab/Mastering; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Morelli AFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-115-E31
Uses Canvas; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Buck SFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-115-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Bolton MFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-115-N12
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | L. HollowayFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-115-N19
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Ciccimaro JFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-117Finite Mathematics for Business
3 Credits
This is primarily for students of accounting, business, economics, management, data processing, technologies, and related fields. Topics include linear and quadratic models, matrix theory, linear systems and linear programming, probability, and expected value.
- Prerequisites
- Math Placement Test score of 7 or higher or MATH103 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MATH-117-E31
Uses Canvas and MyLab/Mastering; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Termine JFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-117-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Savescu MFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-117-N19
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | L. BullardFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-118Business Calculus
3 Credits
This is an introduction to basic calculus with emphasis on applications to business, economics, management, information science, and related fields. Topics include relations and functions, limits, continuity, derivatives, techniques of differentiation, chain rule, applications of differentiation, antiderivatives, the definite integral, the fundamental theorem of calculus, and applications of integration.
- Prerequisites
- Math Placement Test score of 8 or higher or MATH117 (C or better) or MATH120 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MATH-118-E31
Uses Canvas and MyLab/Mastering; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Check Canvas for viewing access only, as early as 05/14/18; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Bolton MFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-118-N12
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Savescu MFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-120College Algebra
4 Credits
This course is designed to strengthen and increase the understanding of basic algebraic concepts before a student undertakes advanced study in mathematics. Topics include algebra of the real numbers, algebraic, exponential, and logarithmic functions and their graphs, systems of equations, inequalities, and absolute value.
- Prerequisites
- Math Placement Test score of 7 or higher or MATH103 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MATH-120-E31
Uses MyLab/Mastering; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Martin LFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-120-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Luisi RFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-120-N12
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Luisi RFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-120-N18
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Smith E GFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-122Trigonometry and Analytic Geometry
3 Credits
Topics in this course include right triangle trigonometry, trigonometric functions and their inverses, identities, equations, solutions of oblique triangles, complex numbers, and analytic geometry.
- Prerequisites
- Math Placement Test score of 8 or higher or MATH120 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MATH-122-E11
Uses Canvas and MyLab/Mastering; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Acquavella DFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-122-N12
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Chertok EFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-122-N18
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | L. HollowayFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-125Precalculus Mathematics
4 Credits
This course introduces the foundations of analysis designed to precede the calculus sequence with emphasis on functions and graphs. Topics include properties of absolute value, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions, techniques for solving equations and inequalities, and an introduction to the concept of limits and the difference quotient.
- Prerequisites
- MATH Placement Test score of 9, or MATH122 (C or better), or MATH120 (C or better) and High School Trigonometry
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MATH-125-E31
Uses MyLab/Mastering; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Erickson JFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-125-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | J. BeersFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-140Calculus I
4 Credits
This is the first course in the calculus sequence for physical science, business, computer science, mathematics and engineering students. Topics include: limits, the rate of change of a function, derivatives of algebraic and trigonometric functions, applications of derivatives, integration, and applications of the definite integral.
- Prerequisites
- Math Placement Test score of 11 or MATH125 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
---|---|---|---|
MATH-140-E31
Uses MyLab/Mastering; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Erickson JFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-140-N12
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | J. BeersFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-140-N18
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Luisi RFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-141Calculus II
4 Credits
This course is a continuation of Math 140. Topics include differentiation and integration of transcendental functions, indeterminate forms, methods of integration, improper integrals, infinite series, parametric equations, and polar coordinates.
- Prerequisites
- MATH140 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MATH-141-E31
Uses MyLab/Mastering; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Erickson JFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-141-N18
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Wong SFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-141-N19
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Buck SFaculty Syllabus |
MATH-250Differential Equations
3 Credits
Topics for this course include first order and higher order ordinary differential equations; linear differential equations with constant coefficients; differential operators, non-homogenous differential equations and their solutions, special techniques for solving ordinary differential equations, and Laplace transforms.
- Prerequisites
- MATH141 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
---|---|---|---|
MATH-250-E31
Uses Canvas; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Check Canvas for viewing access only, as early as 05/14/18; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Delahanty CFaculty Syllabus |
Medical Assistant
MEDA-120Medical Terminology
3 Credits
This introductory course in medical terminology focuses on accurate spelling and pronunciation of terms and building knowledge of basic medical vocabulary with an emphasis on prefixes, suffixes, roots, and combining vowels. Anatomical, physiological, and pathological terminology are covered and applied in the context of electronic health records.
- Prerequisites
- Reading Level score of 2 or higher
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MEDA-120-E31
Uses Canvas; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | TBA | Zieziula NFaculty Syllabus |
MEDA-205Medical Law and Ethics
3 Credits
This course is an introduction to the concepts of medical law and ethics for health care practitioners. Topics including criminal and civil acts, contracts, negligence, and ethical concepts as they relate to the medical profession. Managed care, HIPAA, and other health care legislative rulings are discussed.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MEDA-205-E11
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | TBA | Donegan GFaculty Syllabus |
MEDA-220Medical Assistant Externship
4 Credits
The course prepares students to work in a medical office assisting physicians and office personnel by performing assigned duties in both administrative and clinical procedures. The work experience is supported by knowledge and skills gained in pre-requisite courses, site liaison feedback, and externship instructor site visits.
- Prerequisites
- Completion of all courses in the medical assisting program with a grade of C or better and permission of the Department of Health Sciences.
- Additional Fees
- View current fees
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MEDA-220-N31
| Face-To-Face | Off-Campus May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Roman BFaculty Syllabus |
MEDA-287Phlebotomy Externship
3 Credits
Students participate in an on-the-job experience in an affiliated healthcare facility perfecting venipuncture skills and perform a minimum of 100 successful venipunctures under supervision. Students are evaluated for technical proficiency and professionalism by the supervisor using criteria established by the coordinator in conjunction with the healthcare facility standards of performance.
- Prerequisites
- BIOL115 (C or better) and MEDA120 (C or better) and MEDA204 (C or better) and MEDA205 Phlebotomy (C or better) must be completed prior to taking this course. Permission of the Department of Health Sciences is required.
- Additional Fees
- View current fees
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MEDA-287-N31
| Face-To-Face | Off-Campus May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | A. GewertzFaculty Syllabus |
Music: Academic
MUSC-101Introduction to Music
3 Credits
This course is a listening-based survey of Western art music from Gregorian chant to the present, including a study of basic acoustics and musical notation. Subject matter includes representative composers, their lives, times, and works, as well as musical instruments, styles, genres, and forms presented in an historical context.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MUSC-101-E11
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Bresnen SFaculty Syllabus |
MUSC-103World Music
3 Credits
Beginning with a preliminary study of music fundamentals and an overview of societal contexts of music and musicians, this listening-oriented survey of traditional and popular music from around the world employs the ethnomusicological approach to explore the diverse musical heritages of Africa, Asia, the Americas, and the Middle East.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MUSC-103-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Reed RFaculty Syllabus |
MUSC-106History of Jazz
3 Credits
This course surveys the development of jazz from its origins to the present time, investigates representative composers, and examines the musical characteristics, compositional practices, and instrumental/vocal techniques associated with ragtime, blues, bebop, swing, progressive, and other styles.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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MUSC-106-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome. | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Hoffman MFaculty Syllabus |
Nanotechnology (NANO)
NANO-211Material, Safety and Equipment Overview
3 Credits
This three credit course is part of a six course, eighteen credit, Nanofabrication Manufacturing Technology (NMT) capstone program taught at Penn State University. The Dean of the Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Department located in Founders 110 at Bucks County Community College may be contacted at (215) 968-8305 for additional information.
- Additional Fees
- View current fees
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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NANO-211-N11
| Face-To-Face | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Yorke WFaculty Syllabus |
NANO-212Basic Nanofabrication Processes
3 Credits
This three credit course is part of a six course, eighteen credit, Nanofabrication Manufacturing Technology (NMT) capstone program taught at Penn State University. The Dean of the Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Department located in Founders 110 at Bucks County Community College may be contacted at (215) 968-8305 for additional information.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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NANO-212-N11
| Face-To-Face | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Yorke WFaculty Syllabus |
NANO-213Materials in Nanotechnology
3 Credits
This three credit course is part of a six course, eighteen credit, Nanofabrication Manufacturing Technology (NMT) capstone program taught at Penn State University. The Dean of the Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Department located in Founders 110 at Bucks County Community College may be contacted at (215) 968-8305 for additional information.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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NANO-213-N11
| Face-To-Face | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Yorke WFaculty Syllabus |
NANO-214Lithography for Nanofabrication
3 Credits
This three credit course is part of a six course, eighteen credit, Nanofabrication Manufacturing Technology (NMT) capstone program taught at Penn State University. The Dean of the Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Department located in Founders 110 at Bucks County Community College may be contacted at (215) 968-8305 for additional information.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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NANO-214-N11
| Face-To-Face | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Yorke WFaculty Syllabus |
NANO-215Materials Modification in Nanofabrication
3 Credits
This three credit course is part of a six course, eighteen credit, Nanofabrication Manufacturing Technology (NMT) capstone program taught at Penn State University. The Dean of the Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Department located in Founders 110 at Bucks County Community College may be contacted at (215) 968-8305 for additional information.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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NANO-215-N11
| Face-To-Face | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Yorke WFaculty Syllabus |
NANO-216Characterization, Packaging, and Testing of Nanofabrication Structures
3 Credits
This three credit course is part of a six course, eighteen credit, Nanofabrication Manufacturing Technology (NMT) capstone program taught at Penn State University. The Dean of the Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Department located in Founders 110 at Bucks County Community College may be contacted at (215) 968-8305 for additional information.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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NANO-216-N11
| Face-To-Face | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Yorke WFaculty Syllabus |
Neuroscience
NEUR-122Clinical Neuroscience
3 Credits
This course examines the neurobiological basis of brain disorders across the lifespan, from disorders that typically present in childhood, such as autism, to degenerative conditions of old age, such as Alzheimer's disease. Students learn about diagnostic techniques and current treatments for brain disorders.
- Prerequisites
- Reading Placement Test score Level 3
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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NEUR-122-E11
| Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Walcott JFaculty Syllabus |
Nursing
NURS-121Pharmacology in Nursing
3 Credits
This course discusses commonly used medications and their nursing implications. Related issues in gerontology, pediatrics, ethical concerns, and legal implications are integrated throughout the course.
- Prerequisites
- NURS101 (C or better) or RN or LPN license
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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NURS-121-E31
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Dura MFaculty Syllabus |
Philosophy
PHIL-105Critical Thinking
3 Credits
Students examine the nature of both formal and informal reasoning in order to think more clearly and avoid biases. In addition to studying informal fallacies, students learn basic patterns of deductive and non-deductive argument analysis. Examples from across disciplines help students apply critical thinking to all areas of inquiry.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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PHIL-105-E11
Uses Canvas; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Shah MFaculty Syllabus |
PHIL-125Introduction to Philosophy
3 Credits
An investigation of the basic themes in philosophy from around the world. Topics include the nature of existence, knowledge, and values. Readings are drawn from both ancient and contemporary sources. Students develop the ability to apply philosophical theories to their lives.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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PHIL-125-B11
This course is conducted on three campuses. The instructor will be on the Newtown Campus with live transmission to LBCC and UBCC. | Face-To-Face | Lower Bucks Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Calvanese CFaculty Syllabus |
PHIL-125-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Rogan de Ramirez CFaculty Syllabus |
PHIL-125-N11
This course is conducted on three campuses. The instructor will be on the Newtown Campus with live transmission to LBCC and UBCC. | Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Calvanese CFaculty Syllabus |
PHIL-125-U11
This course is conducted on three campuses. The instructor will be on the Newtown Campus with live transmission to LBCC and UBCC. | Face-To-Face | Upper Bucks Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Calvanese CFaculty Syllabus |
Physics
PHYS-106Physics A
4 Credits
This lecture and laboratory course provides a non-calculus study of the fundamental laws and properties of matter, mechanics, heat, and sound. This course places emphasis on the mathematical solution of problems based on an understanding of the underlying physical phenomena.
- Prerequisites
- MATH120 (C or better) or Math Placement Test score of 8 or higher
- Additional Fees
- View current fees
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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PHYS-106-E11
Uses Canvas; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Babij MFaculty Syllabus |
PHYS-106-E12
Uses Canvas; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Babij MFaculty Syllabus |
PHYS-106-E13
Uses Canvas; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Babij MFaculty Syllabus |
PHYS-106-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Barnes CFaculty Syllabus |
PHYS-121Physics I
4 Credits
This lecture and laboratory course provides a rigorous introduction to classical physics designed specifically for engineering and science majors. Topics include: SI units, vector mathematics, kinematics, dynamics, work and energy, momentum, gravitation, rigid body dynamics, angular momentum, elastic properties of solids, fluid dynamics, vibrational dynamics, and mechanical waves.
- Prerequisites
- MATH140 (C or better)
- Additional Fees
- View current fees
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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PHYS-121-E11
Uses Canvas; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Delahanty FFaculty Syllabus |
PHYS-121-E12
Uses Canvas; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | L. GregaFaculty Syllabus |
PHYS-121-N18
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Galie TFaculty Syllabus |
PHYS-122Physics II
4 Credits
This lecture and laboratory course continues a rigorous introduction to classical physics designed specifically for engineering and science majors. Topics include: electric forces and fields, potential and potential energy, capacitors, direct current and transient circuits, magnetic forces and fields, electromagnetic induction, inductors, photons, geometric and physical optics.
- Prerequisites
- PHYS121 (C or better)
- Additional Fees
- View current fees
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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PHYS-122-E11
Uses Canvas; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Check Canvas for viewing access only, as early as 05/14/18; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Delahanty CFaculty Syllabus |
PHYS-122-E12
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | A. BurgerFaculty Syllabus |
PHYS-122-E13
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | A. BurgerFaculty Syllabus |
PHYS-122-E14
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Check Canvas for viewing access only, as early as 05/14/18; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Delahanty CFaculty Syllabus |
PHYS-122-E15
Uses Canvas; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Delahanty FFaculty Syllabus |
PHYS-122-E16
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Check Canvas for viewing access only, as early as 05/14/18; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Delahanty CFaculty Syllabus |
PHYS-122-E17
Uses Canvas and publisher website; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Check Canvas for viewing access only, as early as 05/14/18; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Delahanty CFaculty Syllabus |
Political Science
POLI-111American National Government
3 Credits
An examination of the workings of American government at the national level. A consideration of who gets what, when, how, and why. An introduction to effective citizenship, suitable for all students.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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POLI-111-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Pezza WFaculty Syllabus |
POLI-120American State and Local Government
3 Credits
Students examine the problems, structure, and major functions of government at the state and local levels. Topics include political processes in the suburban, urban, and state political systems.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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POLI-120-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Pezza GFaculty Syllabus |
Psychology
PSYC-100Psychology of Personal Awareness
3 Credits
This course promotes personal growth and discovery by exploring psychological theories, concepts and methods through an entrepreneurship service learning experience. Students are required to take initiative, communicate effectively, put theory into action, and tap into yet undiscovered personal potential. Topics include personality theories, career development, wellness, interpersonal relationships and diversity.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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PSYC-100-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Himmelstein MFaculty Syllabus |
PSYC-105Introduction to Group Dynamics
3 Credits
This course focuses on the communication behavior of individuals within group structures. Didactic and experiential techniques are used to explore the stages of group development, decision-making techniques, group problems and problem solving, resolution skills, norms, structures, leadership, authority, membership, ethics, cultural sensitivity, and the intra-and inter-personal dynamics within small groups.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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PSYC-105-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Probst MFaculty Syllabus |
PSYC-110Introduction to Psychology
3 Credits
Introduction to Psychology is the scientific study of the psychological factors which influence the behavior of individual organisms, both animal and human.
- Prerequisites
- Reading Placement Test score Level 3 or READ110 (C or better) or COMP108 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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PSYC-110-B18
| Face-To-Face | Lower Bucks Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Mohl JFaculty Syllabus |
PSYC-110-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Andrews TFaculty Syllabus |
PSYC-110-E12
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Sedik DFaculty Syllabus |
PSYC-110-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Kepler MFaculty Syllabus |
PSYC-110-U18
| Face-To-Face | Upper Bucks Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Wharfe KFaculty Syllabus |
PSYC-120Human Sexuality
3 Credits
This course seeks to foster healthy attitudes toward sexuality by providing knowledge and having discussions about the formation of sexual attitudes and myths, the physiology of human sexual systems, psychological aspects of sex roles, love and human sexuality, sexual minorities, and the legal aspects of sexuality.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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PSYC-120-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Weachter DFaculty Syllabus |
PSYC-125Psychological Techniques of Stress Management
3 Credits
In this experiential course, the positive and negative consequences of stress are examined. Emphasizing the mind/body connection and encouraging holistic health in the students, both the physiological and psychological aspects of stress management are studied.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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PSYC-125-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Kepler MFaculty Syllabus |
PSYC-181Developmental Psychology - Lifespan
3 Credits
This course describes the intellectual, emotional, social, and physiological development of the human being. Development will be studied from conception through adulthood and aging.
- Prerequisites
- PSYC110 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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PSYC-181-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Sedik DFaculty Syllabus |
PSYC-181-E12
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Sell EFaculty Syllabus |
PSYC-200Social Psychology
3 Credits
This course emphasizes those findings and theories of psychology, which aid in the understanding of socially significant behavior. Areas of psychology are emphasized to the extent that they contribute to an understanding of human behavior on a social level.
- Prerequisites
- PSYC110 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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PSYC-200-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Cooper CFaculty Syllabus |
PSYC-230Neuroscience of Psychology
3 Credits
This course focuses on biological contributions to behavior. Instruction encompasses teachings regarding introduction to the structure and function of the nervous systems, as well as psychological topics, including but not limited to, emotions, stress, sleep, substance use and abuse, learning, memory, and psychological disorders.
- Prerequisites
- PSYC110 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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PSYC-230-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Sedik DFaculty Syllabus |
PSYC-280Psychology of Abnormal Behavior
3 Credits
This course presents a summary of the field of abnormal behavior. It analyzes current theories which attempt to explain the development of personality and the cause of mental illness. Also discussed are diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and the techniques currently used.
- Prerequisites
- PSYC110 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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PSYC-280-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Andrews TFaculty Syllabus |
Radiography
RADI-200Clinical Experience III
3 Credits
Students are assigned to clinical areas and attend clinical education for 24 hours per week. In the clinical setting, the student demonstrate their knowledge in ethical situations, legal issues, evaluation of radiographic images and patient care situations.
- Prerequisites
- RADI125 (B or better), RADI130 (B or better), RADI135 (B or better), and RADI140 (B or better)
- Additional Fees
- View current fees
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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RADI-200-B01
| Face-To-Face | Off-Campus May 21, 2018 - May 25, 2018 May 29, 2018 - June 01, 2018 June 04, 2018 - June 08, 2018 June 12, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | M. RuoffFaculty Syllabus |
RADI-200-B02
| Face-To-Face | Off-Campus May 21, 2018 - May 25, 2018 May 29, 2018 - June 01, 2018 June 04, 2018 - June 08, 2018 June 12, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | M. RuoffFaculty Syllabus |
RADI-200-B03
| Face-To-Face | Off-Campus May 21, 2018 - May 25, 2018 May 29, 2018 - June 01, 2018 June 04, 2018 - June 08, 2018 June 12, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | C. SporFaculty Syllabus |
Reading
READ-089Fast Track Reading
1 Credit
Through the use of an individualized, web-based learning system and instructor guided group instruction, this course develops the reading competencies required for academic success. Emphasis is on the development of basic reading comprehension skills and the application of these skills and other strategies for increased reading proficiency.
- Prerequisites
- Reading Placement Test score Level 1, or Reading Placement Test score Level 2, or AESL103 (C or better) or, permission of the Department of Language and Literature
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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READ-089-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Cichon TFaculty Syllabus |
READ-110College Reading and Study Strategies
3 Credits
This course develops and improves reading comprehension skills and learning strategies to enhance academic performance across the curriculum. Emphasis is on the application of comprehension, critical thinking, and study strategies to college course material.
- Prerequisites
- Reading Placement test score Level 2, or READ090 (C or better), or permission of the Department of Language and Literature Reading placement test score Level 2 or READ090 (C or better) or department approved assessment or permission of the Department of Language and Literature
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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READ-110-E31
Uses Canvas and MyLab/Mastering; Check Canvas for viewing access only, as early as 05/14/18; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | J. HeiseyFaculty Syllabus |
READ-110-N17
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Cianni PFaculty Syllabus |
Science: General
SCIE-102Astronomy
3 Credits
Astronomy provides a survey of our knowledge of the structure, formation, and evolution of Earth, the solar system, the stars, and the galaxies. The course focuses on the logical development of ideas and concepts within the framework of science.
- Prerequisites
- Reading Placement Test score Level 3 or READ110 (C or better) or COMP108 (C or better); and Math Placement Test score of 5 or higher or MATH095 (C or better)
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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SCIE-102-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Ramacciotti CFaculty Syllabus |
SCIE-102-N18
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Schuchman JFaculty Syllabus |
Sociology
SOCI-110Introduction to Sociology
3 Credits
This course is an introduction to the basic concepts in the field of sociology, with emphasis upon the application of these concepts to the understanding of American institutions: politics, economics, religion, education, marriage, and the family.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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SOCI-110-B11
| Face-To-Face | Lower Bucks Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Platts KFaculty Syllabus |
SOCI-110-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Niclaus EFaculty Syllabus |
SOCI-110-E12
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Jakub SFaculty Syllabus |
SOCI-110-E13
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Probst MFaculty Syllabus |
SOCI-110-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Niclaus EFaculty Syllabus |
SOCI-120Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
3 Credits
This course explores human culture worldwide, including cultural elements and systems, diversity and cross-cultural interactions, and cultural change. It covers concepts essential to the discipline of cultural anthropology, such as holism, fieldwork, and environmental adaptation. Course topics include worldview, domestic groups, kinship, gender, power structures, economics, religion, and artistic expression.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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SOCI-120-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Probst MFaculty Syllabus |
SOCI-160Marriage and the Family
3 Credits
This course examines the institution of marriage and the family through history and across cultures with emphasis on the contemporary family. Topics, such as the changing family, love, mate selection, marital communication, divorce, gender roles, and domestic violence are studied.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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SOCI-160-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Niclaus EFaculty Syllabus |
Spanish
SPAN-110Elementary Spanish I
3 Credits
This is an interactive course in which students acquire a basic knowledge of understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish. Oral proficiency, listening, comprehension, and grammatical accuracy are all stressed. Cultural background accompanies each chapter.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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SPAN-110-H11
Meets weekly on Mondays at 6:30pm in Newtown; Online component uses publisher website; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Newtown Campus | Toro AFaculty Syllabus |
SPAN-110-H12
Meets weekly on Wednesdays at 6:30pm in Newtown; Online component uses publisher website; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Newtown Campus | Toro AFaculty Syllabus |
SPAN-201Intermediate Spanish I
3 Credits
This course, which further develops skills introduced in SPAN111, reviews basic essentials of vocabulary and grammatical constructions and presents some constructions not yet studied. The course also provides material for a solid foundation in conversation and composition. Emphasis is placed on knowledge and appreciation of the culture of Spanish-speaking countries.
- Prerequisites
- SPAN111 (C or better) or equivalent or permission of the Department of Language and Literature
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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SPAN-201-H11
Meets weekly on Mondays at 2:00pm in Newtown; Online component uses publisher website; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Newtown Campus | Toro AFaculty Syllabus |
Sports Management
SPMT-200Introduction to Sport Management
3 Credits
This course is an analysis of effective management strategies and the body of knowledge associated with pursuing a career in sport management. The course introduces the student to sport management career opportunities and to sport principles as they apply to management, leadership style, communication, motivation and entrepreneurship.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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SPMT-200-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Sullivan LFaculty Syllabus |
SPMT-280Sport Management Internship
3 Credits
The student is required to perform 180 hours of internship at an affiliated training site. An attempt is made to match sites to the intern's professional interests and career goals. Periodic meetings between the College Coordinator and the student are held to review actual experience and observation.
- Prerequisites
- Permission of the Assistant Academic Dean of the HPEN Department. Must have completed all sport management Core courses with a 2.5 GPA in those courses.
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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SPMT-280-N31
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Sullivan LFaculty Syllabus |
Visual Arts/Fine Arts
VAFA-100Drawing I
3 Credits
This is an introduction to the concepts and techniques of drawing. The course stresses disciplined draftsmanship. Students analyze the structure and appearance of natural forms. Relying on their perception, observation, and memory, they apply basic drawing skills. Black and white media are utilized to explore space, value, and volume.
- Additional Fees
- View current fees
Section | Delivery | Dates / Times / Locations | Instructor |
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VAFA-100-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Gabriele RFaculty Syllabus |
VAFA-171Introduction to Painting
3 Credits
This course introduces and explores various problems in painting often seen in the work of beginners, but also students with some experience. The medium is determined by the instructor. Students paint from models, still life, landscape, and imagination.
- Prerequisites
- VAFA100 is recommended
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VAFA-171-N11
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Riccardi DFaculty Syllabus |
VAFA-181Introduction to Ceramics
3 Credits
Lectures, demonstrations, and practice introduce students to the historical, cultural, scientific, creative, and expressive basis of ceramics. Developing a personal viewpoint as an outgrowth of the ceramic process is encouraged by emphasizing historical perspectives, design, basic pottery skills, and exploration.
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VAFA-181-N12
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Reichard DFaculty Syllabus |
VAFA-192Art History After 1450
3 Credits
This survey course covers painting, sculpture, and/or architecture from the Renaissance through Impressionism. Students gain a formal understanding of Western art by major artists of the fifteenth through nineteenth centuries. They interpret selected examples of art using a variety of analytic methodologies, including cultural, religious, social, political, and/or economic context.
- Prerequisites
- Writing Placement Test score of 6 or COMP107 (C or better)
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VAFA-192-E11
Uses Canvas; Proctored testing required - restrictions apply; Check Canvas for viewing access only, as early as 05/14/18; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Swan LFaculty Syllabus |
Visual Arts/Graphic Design
VAGD-280Graphic Design Internship
3 Credits
On-the-job experience occurs in a field directly related to the student's academic preparation and career objectives. Periodic meetings between the College faculty coordinator and the student are held to ensure the student is making adequate progress. Students maintain a work journal and complete a final report summarizing the learning experience.
- Prerequisites
- 30 BCCC credits in a studio art major and a minimum GPA of 2.5, or permission of the Arts Department
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VAGD-280-N01
| Face-To-Face | Newtown Campus May 21, 2018 - August 09, 2018 | Kabbash MFaculty Syllabus |
Visual Arts/Multi-Media
VAMM-100Digital Imaging
3 Credits
This studio course presents in-depth techniques for image creation and manipulation using current software applications. Students explore peripherals, file formats, resolution requirements, media storage, and digital photo processing. Emphasis is on image-making methods used to create raster and vector graphics for print and the web.
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VAMM-100-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Corsino RFaculty Syllabus |
VAMM-110Web and Interactive Design
3 Credits
This course is an introduction to the HTML coding and techniques used to create websites. Students learn to design and develop interactive websites using both editors and hand coding skills. Project management and design skills are introduced. The semester culminates in the development of a website.
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VAMM-110-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Konkel JFaculty Syllabus |
Visual Arts/Photography(VAPH)
VAPH-110Digital Photography Fundamentals (formerly VAFA110)
3 Credits
Students are introduced to digital-based photographic imagery. The course examines the potential inherent in the methods, techniques, and applications of digital photography as a means of personal expression. Students produce a portfolio of images for presentation.
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VAPH-110-H11
Meets weekly on Mondays at 12:30pm in Newtown; Online component uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Newtown Campus | Pollard KFaculty Syllabus |
Visual Arts: Cinema/Video
VACV-140Digital Video Editing
3 Credits
This course covers digital editing using current software tools. Students work with digital non-linear editing hardware and software tools, multi-track audio creation, and sound sweetening. Students work with either their own footage or with exercise footage prepared by the instructor.
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VACV-140-H12
Meets weekly on Tuesdays at 12:30pm in Newtown; Online component uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Hybrid (Face-To-Face + Online) | Newtown Campus | Timek SFaculty Syllabus |
VACV-280Cinema Video and Multimedia Internship
3 Credits
This course provides on-the-job experience in a cinema video/multimedia field directly related to students' academic preparation and career objectives. Periodic meetings between faculty coordinator and students are held to ensure students' progress. Students maintain a work journal and complete a final report summarizing the learning experience.
- Prerequisites
- Cinema Video, Multimedia and Photography majors, 30 BCCC credits, a GPA of 2.5 or greater earned in courses offered by the Arts Department
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VACV-280-N01
| Face-To-Face | Timek SFaculty Syllabus |
Women's Studies
WMST-110Introduction to Gender Studies
3 Credits
This course examines the contingent nature of identity factors, such as gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, and social class, and how such factors are intertwined with relations of power. It emphasizes the consequences of the distribution of inequality, and the ways in which individuals exert agency and challenge systems of inequality.
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WMST-110-E11
Uses Canvas; Specific course details: bucks.edu/welcome | Online | May 21, 2018 - June 28, 2018 | Diamond JFaculty Syllabus |