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C/IL 104 - Computing and Informational Literacy for Business3
A focused variant of C/IL 102/102L - C/IL 102L with an emphasis appropriate for students with majors in the Kania School of Management.
C/IL 102/102L - (FYDT) Computing and Information Literacy3
Students learn to use digital technology in the problem-solving process to obtain, evaluate and disseminate information. Two hours lecture, two hours lab. Requires concurrent enrollment in lecture and lab. Students may earn credit for only one C/IL course. Successful completion of this course (with a grade of C or better) fulfills the computer literacy skills requirement of the University.
A survey of central texts and themes of the Bible. Its purpose is to develop biblical literacy as well as skills in interpreting various literary forms and key theological concepts.
T/RS 121 ) A survey of key Christian themes: creation, Christ’s incarnation and redemption, the Church and sacraments, Christian personhood, and the practice of prayer, virtue, and hope for the future.
ECO/IB 351 - (D) Environment of International Business3
ECO 153 - ECO 154 or ECO 101 , junior standing) This course introduces the student to the growing field of international business, touching on the economic, social and political environments of international trade and multinational corporations. International institutions and agencies that impact on international business are discussed and practical aspects of these topics are emphasized.
ACC 252 or ACC 254 , ECO/IB 351 ) This course is designed for both accounting and non-accounting majors with an interest in global accounting issues. The environmental influences on accounting development, the reporting standards for selected countries, financial statement analysis, and taxation and managerial accounting issues for multinational business entities are examined.
C/IL 102L - (FYDT) Computing and Information Literacy/Lab3
Students learn to use digital technology in the problem-solving process to obtain, evaluate and disseminate information. Two hours lecture, two hours lab. Requires concurrent enrollment in lecture and lab. Students may earn credit for only one C/IL course. Successful completion of C/IL 102/102L (with a grade of C or better) fulfills the computer literacy skills requirement of the University.
T/RS 121J - (P) Theology I: Introduction to the Bible3
A survey of central texts and themes of the Bible. Its purpose is to develop biblical literacy as well as skills in interpreting various literary forms and key theological concepts.
T/RS 121 ) A survey of key Christian themes: creation, Christ’s incarnation and redemption, the Church and sacraments, Christian personhood, and the practice of prayer, virtue, and hope for the future.
T/RS 321J - (D, P) God, Science, Race3
This course uses theological and anthropological methods in analyzing racism, social forces, and structural sin, alongside theologies of Original Sin, powers and principalities, and divine forgiveness.
ECO 153 - ECO 154 or ECO 101 , junior standing) This course introduces the student to the growing field of international business, touching on the economic, social and political environments of international trade and multinational corporations at an honors-level. International institutions and agencies that impact on international business are discussed and practical aspects of these topics are emphasized.
ECO/IB 351 , MGT 351 ) Focuses on functional strategies of multinational corporations (MNCs), structure and control systems of MNCs, and comparative management. Specific MNC strategies to be covered include entry, sourcing, marketing, finance, human resources and public affairs. Study of structure and control systems includes corporate structure and headquarters-subsidiary relationships. Study of comparative management systems focuses on nature of management systems and practices in different cultures.
MKT 251 , ECO/IB 351 ) Analysis of the marketing strategies of multinational corporations with emphasis on the internal environment of country markets. Discussions will include comparisons of different regional markets along socioeconomic, political and cultural lines. Different types of international market barricades and the corresponding market-entry strategies will be analyzed. Additional readings from international publications will be required.
ECO/IB 351 , FIN 251 ) This course deals with the environment of international financial management, exchange-rate determination, foreign-exchange risk-management, multinational working-capital management, international financial markets and instruments, foreign-investment analysis, and management of ongoing operations. It also exposes students to a wide range of issues, concepts, and techniques pertaining to international finance.
ECO 153 - ECO 154 or ECO/IB 351 or permission of the instructor) This course explains the rationale for international trade and gains from trade and discusses various trade policies. Topics covered in the course include: comparative advantage, free trade and trade restrictions (tariffs, quotas, etc.), the trade policy of the United States, exchange rates and their determinants, balance-of-payments analysis and the significance of multinational corporations.
T/RS 250 - (P, D) Latin American Liberation Theology and Beyond3
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) The objective of the course is to explore the development of theology within Latin America after the Second Vatican Council (1962-65). Special attention is given the theological, social and political settings of Catholicism in Latin America.
LA/WS 395 - (S, D) Women and Development in Latin America3
At least one of the following: PS 219 ; SOC 220 ; HIST 125 , HIST 126 or HIST 213 ; PHIL 218 , PHIL 231 ; WOMN 215 / SOC 315 or have permission of the instructors.) This travel course takes students to visit one or more women’s economic cooperatives in Latin America. Through reading, reflection, and site visits, students will be challenged to understand the burdens placed on women in Latin America as well as the roles that women have played in that region’s development.
T/RS 490 - Theology Capstone Seminar3
(Prerequisite: 12 credits of Theology/Religious Studies). A capstone seminar required for Theology majors, recommended for minors and available to other qualified students with permission of instructor. Topics will vary from semester to semester depending on student interest and faculty expertise. The use of primary sources and research appropriate to the specific topic will be emphasized. Students may take more than one semester of this course.
12 credits of Theology/Religious Studies). A capstone seminar required for Theology majors, recommended for minors and available to other qualified students with permission of instructor. Topics will vary from semester to semester depending on student interest and faculty expertise. The use of primary sources and research appropriate to the specific topic will be emphasized. Students may take more than one semester of this course.
ENLT 140 or equivalent or THTR 110 ) The rise of the United States as a world power is reflected in the American theatre of this period. The reading list includes both plays & musicals; the works themselves explore issues of cultural identity, gender roles, & racial conflicts as they pertain to our understanding of the American dream.
THTR/ENLT 277 - (CL, D) U.S. Drama, 1968 - Present3
ENLT 140 or equivalent or THTR 110 ) This course surveys important and influential dramatists and works from the end of the twentieth century into the first half of the twenty-first. Some recurring issues that these plays address are reactions to U.S. wars; the emergence of ethnic, racial, sexual, and gender identities; and the U.S. counter-culture and waning of the American Dream.
THTR/ENLT 275 - (CL) Continental European Drama 1880 - 19603
ENLT 140 or equivalent or THTR 110 ) This course surveys the emergence of naturalism and the developments of drama in the European continent at the end of the 19 th century into the mid-twentieth century. The works studied illustrate various attempts to recreate realities on stage and explore how philosophy influenced theatrical expression. (All readings in English.)
THTR/ENLT 278 - (CL) Ecotheatre3
(Prerequisites: ENLT 120 - 179) This course introduces the concept of theatre by challenging students to look at historical works through an ecocritical lens as well as exploring how contemporary plays and performances explore issues of ecology, the environment, and climate change.
ENLT 120 - 179) This course introduces the concept of theatre by challenging students to look at historical works through an ecocritical lens as well as exploring how contemporary plays and performances explore issues of ecology, the environment, and climate change.
PHYS 120/PHYS 120L ) Emphasizes quantitative and conceptual understanding of the topics of introductory physics developed without use of calculus. Topics include electric forces and electric fields, electric potential, capacitance, current, resistance, dc circuits, magnetic field and magnetic force, inductance, induced emf, electromagnetic waves, geometrical and physical optics, optical instruments, and an introduction to modern physics. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory.
MATH 109 , or a Math Placement PT score of 14 or higher, or ALEKS score of 76 or higher) Emphasizes quantitative and conceptual understanding of the topics of introductory physics developed without use of calculus. Topics include vectors, kinematics, force and the laws of motion, momentum, work, energy, rotational equilibrium, rotational dynamics, solids and fluids, periodic motion, wave characteristics, sound, and thermodynamics. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory.
PHYS 141/PHYS 141L , MATH 114 ) Introductory modern Physics course for Physics and Engineering majors; also recommended for other science majors. Review of classical physics; special theory of relativity; atomic theory of hydrogen from Bohr to Schrodinger; multielectron atoms and the periodic table; introduction to nuclear physics. Lab fulfills a writing intensive requirement (W).Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory.
MATH 114 ) Calculus-based introduction to physics covering linear and rotational kinematics, Newton’s laws, conservation of momentum and energy, the work-energy theorem, gravitation, oscillations, and waves. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory.
EE 250/EE250L - Computational Tools for Physics and Engineering4
ENGR 150 , PHYS 150 , and PHYS 140/PHYS 140L ) This course covers the basic computational tools needed by scientists and engineers. Included are tools for drafting (AutoCAD), data collection (Labview, C) and Data analysis (Mathematica, Matlab, Maple, Excel and MathCAD). 2.5 credits lecture and 1.5 credits lab.
MATH 221 ) Analysis of resistive networks, sources, op-amps, capacitors and inductors. Kirchhoff’s Laws, Mesh and Nodal Analysis, Superposition, and Thevenin-Norton equivalent circuits. Transient responses of RC, RL, and RLC circuits. AC steady state. Computer assisted solutions using Multisim and Maple. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory.
S/CJ 219 - American Policing3
The course is designed to introduce the student to contemporary policing in a free society. The course will focus on three interrelated topical areas: historical foundation of policing including the definition, evolution, and current role of policing in America; functions of policing including patrol, order maintenance, investigation and community policing; contemporary police problems will be presented including corruption, discretion, deadly force and minority relations.
Mindful of the role played by our judiciary in resolving disputes, setting policy, and otherwise having an impact on everyday life, this course provides a basic examination of America’s courts in terms of their history and development, their structure and organization, their procedures, people, institutions and issues.
CJ 110 , S/CJ 213 or SOC 110 ) An introduction to the techniques social scientists use to formulate, gather and analyze information. Focus is on research design starting with topic formation and ending with basic descriptive and inferential data entry and analysis. Specific research design formats will include program evaluation, survey, secondary data sources, and experimental designs.
S/CJ 211L - Research Methods and Statistics for the Social Sciences Lab1
(Prerequisite: A concurrent enrollment in S/CJ 211 ) This one credit lab complements S/CJ 211 by giving students the chance to practice skills such as creating hypotheses and measures, designing applied surveys and experiments, and coding data. Students will also conduct descriptive, inferential, and effect size tests for independent and dependent samples, presenting the results in APA format.
A concurrent enrollment in S/CJ 211 ) This one credit lab complements S/CJ 211 by giving students the chance to practice skills such as creating hypotheses and measures, designing applied surveys and experiments, and coding data. Students will also conduct descriptive, inferential, and effect size tests for independent and dependent samples, presenting the results in APA format.
S/CJ 220 - American Corrections3
Analysis and evaluation of contemporary correctional systems; theories of punishment; discussion of recent research concerning the correctional institution and the various field services; the history of corrections in Pennsylvania.
The relationship between law and society, or the interaction of legal and social variables. Examines jurisprudential and social theories of law; development of law; the role of the legal profession; legal behavior and decision making; and law and social change.
As the first part of a two-part progression, this seminar will prepare students for discerning their future academic and career goals and introduce them to the resources, pathways, and requirements for achieving those goals, while also discussing the challenges and controversies in their prospective fields.
Students will examine professional challenges in their respective field and prepare for fulfilling the requirements for achieving the goals discerned and developed in S/CJ 390 Career Seminar I . Students will finalize their letters of application and CVs, participate in mock interviews, and determine other resources helpful in achieving their goals.
An exploration of the meaning and character of justice, law and crime in different cultures and countries, and of evolving global standards and patterns of justice, international law, and transnational crime, making specific comparisons between Western and Eastern nations, capitalist and socialist systems, and countries having much crime and little crime.
EE 241/EE 241L ) Modeling, analysis, and applications of semiconductor diodes, bipolar junction and field-effect transistors in analog circuits. Analysis of non-ideal op-amps. Amplifier biasing, small-signal analysis, design and frequency response. Elementary bipolar and MOSFET logic circuits. Circuit simulation using Multisim. Introduction to LabView software. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. (Credit may not be earned for EE 343/EE343L and EM 343/EM 343L .)
E/CE 240 - Introduction to Computer Engineering3
Introduction to combinational and sequential digital-logic circuits. Analysis and design techniques including Boolean algebra and Karnaugh mapping. Use of the computer to simulate digital circuits. Three hours lecture.
EE 343/EE 343L or EM 343/EM 343L ) Advanced transistor amplifier analysis and design, feedback effects. Introduction to transistor level design of CMOS op-amp and digital circuits. Design and analysis of power amplifiers, analog filters, oscillators, A/D and D/A converters, and electronic sensors. Extensive use of Multisim for circuit simulation. Design project using LabView. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. (Credit may not be earned for EE 344/EE 344L and EM 344/EM 344L .)
E/CE 240 ) Analysis and design of advanced digital circuits, implementation of combinational and sequential digital logic, interdependence of hardware and software on computer design, memory and I/O concepts. Three hours lecture.
EE 449/EE 449L - (EPW: Lab only) Embedded Systems3
EE 344/EE 344L or EM 344/EM 344L ) Microprocessor programming and interfacing; data acquisition, manipulation and transmission; microprocessor support devices and common computer interfaces. Periodic written and oral presentations are required. (Credit may not be earned for EE 449/EE 449 and EM 449/449L .) One hour lecture and three hours laboratory.
T/RS 226 - (P) Faith and Healing: God and Contemporary Medicine3
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) This course will consider the history of Western medicine in the light of a range of Christian notions such as that life is a gift from God, that the body is good, that illness is a (limited) evil, that health is a responsibility. In this light, the idea that medicine is a calling and healing an art will be considered.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) This course will present theological reflections on the main ethical theories undergirding contemporary biomedical ethics. It will also present and discuss relevant philosophical and theological arguments on such issues as abortion, care of handicapped infants, euthanasia, suicide, and the profession of medicine.
S/CJ 316 - Principles of Evidence3
An examination of the law of evidence pertaining to the trial of a criminal case. A discussion of the common law, pertinent statutes, judicial opinions, and rules (e.g., the Federal Rules of Evidence) relating to: direct and circumstantial evidence; opinion testimony; exhibits; competence, relevance, materiality; privileges; and hearsay and its exceptions.
T/RS 121 and T/RS 122 ) This course considers the ethical issues surrounding human disability from a theological perspective, engaging various accounts of human identity, dignity and fulfillment from the perspective of the Christian moral tradition. In particular, it examines how some common ethical responses to disability conflict with modern accounts of equality and civil rights.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) The major themes of American Catholic tradition from colonial times to the present are placed in their historical, religious, social and political context.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) An in-depth study of the Catholic perspective on the common good. Readings will be chosen from Augustine, Aquinas, papal social encyclicals and other contemporary sources. Areas of inquiry include the dignity of the human person, natural law and rights, the dialogue with political philosophy, social justice, law and public policy, and the role of the family.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) This course will work to provide a theological assessment of various political, moral, economic and social arrangements that have or might apply in human societies. Attention will be given to different descriptions of the Church’s right relation to the nation state, as well as of social justice, foreign relations, and/or legal systems.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) A study of the some of the principles and methods of “waging peace” found in the lives and writings of key figures, likely including but not limited to Mohandas Gandhi, Dorothy Day, Thomas Merton, and Martin Luther King, Jr.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) An inquiry into the witness of the Church with regard to questions of wealth, business, economics and formulation of public policy. Biblical sources, Church tradition, and contemporary narratives will be employed to assess the common good.
T/RS 244 - (P, D) The Catholic Church and American Culture3
T/RS 121 and T/RS 122 ) This course will explore major points of conflict (and of harmony) between the official teaching of the Catholic Church and contemporary American culture. Although the historical roots of various conflicts will be traced, the primary emphasis will be on the state of the conflict as we find it today.
T/RS 121 and T/RS 122 ) This course explores the possibility of being “men and women for and with others” in the context of scientific inquiry, whether as students or as future career scientists, through an introduction to the Catholic notion of commitment to the common good and its implications for science.
S/CJ 221 - Community-Based Corrections3
Examination of community treatment in the correctional process; contemporary usage of presentence investigation, selection, supervision, release of probationers and parolees.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) This course will investigate the meaning and significance of the birth and death of human beings in the Christian tradition. Related topics will be: suicide, euthanasia, capital punishment, contraception and abortion.
S/CJ 212 - Research Methods for the Social Sciences3
Survey of methods and techniques for achieving interpretable results in research in criminal justice and the social sciences; research design; data collection.
ENLT/CINE 151 - (CL) Introduction to Cinema Studies3
An introduction to narrative film considered as an art form. The viewing list will be evenly divided between American films and films produced in other countries (frequently in languages other than English).
A historical overview of the American film industry. The viewing list will begin with early short films produced by Thomas Edison and run through the end of the 20th century. Each student will be expected to make at least two oral presentations to the class. Offered once every two years.
ENLT/CINE 256 - (CL, EPW) Cinema Studies: Watching the Detectives3
(Prerequisite: Completion of at least one ENLT 100-level course between ENLT 120 and ENLT 129 or permission of the instructor) This advanced course in cinema studies can be counted toward either the English Major, or the English Minor, or the Cinema Studies Minor. It examines the detective film starting with its Gothic roots in the 1920s and concluding with recent efforts to re-make and re-consider the form.
Completion of at least one ENLT 100-level course between ENLT 120 and ENLT 129 or permission of the instructor) This advanced course in cinema studies can be counted toward either the English Major, or the English Minor, or the Cinema Studies Minor. It examines the detective film starting with its Gothic roots in the 1920s and concluding with recent efforts to re-make and re-consider the form.
ENLT/CINE 257 - (CL, EPW) Cinema Studies: The Western3
(Prerequisites: Completion of at least one ENLT 100-level course between ENLT 120 and ENLT 129 or permission of the instructor) This advanced course in cinema studies can be counted toward either the English Major, or the English Minor, or the Cinema Studies Minor. It examines the Hollywood Western starting with its modest roots in the 1920s and concluding with recent efforts to re-make and re-consider the form.
Completion of at least one ENLT 100-level course between ENLT 120 and ENLT 129 or permission of the instructor) This advanced course in cinema studies can be counted toward either the English Major, or the English Minor, or the Cinema Studies Minor. It examines the Hollywood Western starting with its modest roots in the 1920s and concluding with recent efforts to re-make and re-consider the form.
S/CJ 224 - (S) Sociology of Deviance3
Critical examination of theories and empirical studies of social deviance, focusing upon the formulation and application of deviant labels, organizations relating to deviance, and deviant behavioral patterns. Special attention given to noncriminal forms of deviance.
A study of white-collar crime, including corporate misdeeds, political corruption, occupational illegalities and upper world deviance. This course will explore the causes, consequences, and criminal justice system response to white-collar crime.
The national and international organizational structure of organized crime will be analyzed. Primary attention will be given to comparative theories and concepts. The various methods of prosecution, investigation and control will be discussed.
An examination of the causes and consequences of crime victimization. The recent emergence of the study of the victim, the types and circumstances of victimization, and the nature of the criminal justice system’s response to crime victims are considered, along with the ethical and practical dimensions of crime victimization.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) A study of influential spiritual/mystical texts about the nature of the self, the meaning and goal of human existence, and the attainment of ultimate happiness. Readings selected by instructor from among the world’s religious traditions, including but not limited to Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Daoism.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) The Society of Jesus (Jesuits): its spirituality, tradition and history from their 16th-century origins in the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola through the contemporary period, with special emphasis on Jesuit theological and cultural contributions to the Church.
FILM/COMM 348 - Cinematography3
This course focuses on the art of cinematography for film and television. We explore the creative aspects of shot composition and movement. We will delve deeply into the technical skills needed to perform one of the most desired positions on any production crew – Director of Photography a.k.a. the Cinematographer.
COMM 222 and FILM/COMM 348 ) Students will learn how to translate a script into a completed film or television show. We will explore the technical and creative aspects of filmmaking and learn the subtleties of story, emotion and production beats.
S/CJ 234 - Criminal Justice Management3
This course surveys major trends in law enforcement including leadership, management, and administration. It includes discussion of police personnel issues, computerized training programs and police health issues. The emphasis is on critical thinking, problem solving and contemporary policing practices.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) This course explores U.S. black feminist and womanist thought, with a particular emphasis on the role of religion, theology, and spirituality.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) An exploration of beliefs and practices in major world religious traditions through systematic analysis, reading of primary and sacred texts, and encounter with representative practitioners and/or worship spaces. Includes the Catholic-Jesuit perspective on world religions and interreligious dialogue as expressed in Nostra Aetate, GC #34 and other official documents.
LIT 222E/F - (D, CL, EPW) Black Italy: Afro-Italian Identities3
(Prerequisites: None for LIT 222E; ITAL 312 or higher for LIT 222F or permission of instructor) “Black Italy” designates the group of Italians whose identity is both “Italian” and “African.” This course examines how Afro-Italian artists contribute to the shift away from an antiquated notion of “Italianness” and towards the development of a more socially reflective multicultural and multiethnic identity in 21 st century Italy. Taught in English.
None for LIT 222E; ITAL 312 or higher for LIT 222F or permission of instructor) “Black Italy” designates the group of Italians whose identity is both “Italian” and “African.” This course examines how Afro-Italian artists contribute to the shift away from an antiquated notion of “Italianness” and towards the development of a more socially reflective multicultural and multiethnic identity in 21 st century Italy. Taught in English.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) This travel course takes students to Uganda in East Africa. It covers the life and story of Ugandan Christianity since 1877, including the Uganda martyrs, the relationship between Anglicans and Catholics, and the role of Christian churches in Uganda culture, especially related to education, justice and medicine.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) This course will explore the way human beings relate to the land and to other life forms and how this relationship is affected by belief in God. Biblical and other theological texts from Christianity and other religious traditions will be considered.
T/RS 121 and T/RS 122 ) This course examines religion and embodiment through the lens of brain science. Religious rituals and practices are studied in light of their impact on the human body. Students will also engage in Ignatian reflection on the relationships pertaining to religion, bodies, and the brain in the context of experiential learning.
T/RS 121 and T/RS 122 ) This course explores the religious and social significance of work and rest in ancient Greek philosophy, the Bible, and Catholic social teaching. We will consider issues of “burn out,” workaholism, and restlessness in modern life. Students are encouraged to re-examine their own approaches to working and resting.
S/CJ 318 - Civil Liability3
An examination of the law-enforcement officer or employee as a defendant in a civil suit arising from the scope of his or her employment. Liability based upon rights statutes is examined, along with consideration of the typical defenses.
A consideration of the rights guaranteed by the Sixth Amendment to The Constitution of the United States, surveying constitutional provisions, statutes, court rules, and cases concerning the right of a criminal defendant to a speedy and public trial, to trial by jury, and to the assistance of counsel.
S/CJ 314 - The Bill of Rights and Criminal Justice3
From the perspective of the criminal justice professional, this course addresses key principles enunciated in the first, fourth, fifth, sixth, eighth and fourteenth amendments to the Constitution of the United States.
EE 241/EE 241L ) Modeling, analysis, and applications of semiconductor diodes, bipolar junction and field-effect transistors in analog circuits. Analysis of non-ideal op-amps. Amplifier biasing, small-signal analysis, design and frequency response. Elementary bipolar and MOSFET logic circuits. Circuit simulation using Multisim. Introduction to LabView software. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. (Credit may not be earned for EM 343/EM 343L and EE 343/EE 343L .)
EE/PHYS 320 - Space Physics and Weather3
Introduces space weather and space physics, including solar radiation, solar wind, the Earth’s magnetosphere, ionosphere, and atmosphere. Students learn techniques for studying the geospace environment using spacecraft, ground-based sensors, and models, and how space weather impacts technological (e.g., radio, satellites, electrical grids) and biological (e.g., humans) systems.
Comprehensive overview of plasma physics, covering charged particle behavior in electromagnetic fields, plasma waves, dusty plasmas, and energy harnessing with plasmas. Designed for senior physics and electrical engineering students, preparing them for advanced studies and careers in specialized fields.
EE 343/EE 343L or EM 343/EM 343L ) Advanced transistor amplifier analysis and design, feedback effects. Introduction to transistor level design of CMOS op-amp and digital circuits. Design and analysis of power amplifiers, analog filters, oscillators, A/D and D/A converters, and electronic sensors. Extensive use of Multisim for circuit simulation. Design project using LabView. Three hours lecture and two hours lab. (Credit may not be earned for EM 344/EM 344L and EE 344/EE 344L .)
C/CJ 200 - Forensic Science3
Designed for law-enforcement majors as well as science majors, this is a study of the rules of evidence and the position of the expert scientific witness in law, followed by a review of the uses of scientific, and particularly chemical, evidence in various phases of the investigation and trial of criminal actions.
T/RS 121 and T/RS 122 ) The course will explore both how theological ideas and religious faith (or its absence) give shape to fictional worlds and lives in a variety of short stories and novels, and how theological themes can be explored by means of imaginative literature.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) Travel Course (based in Berlin and Dinklage Germany) considers the theological roots of resistance among Christians who resisted the Nazi government during WWII and among contemporary Christian figures and organizations who struggle for the rights of refugees, interreligious reconciliation and other social concerns in Germany today.
T/RS 410 - Salvation Outside the Church?3
Prerequisites: enrollment in Theology M.A. program or T/RS 121 and T/RS 122 ) An historical and Catholic-theological engagement with key questions in relation to religious pluralism such as: Can non-Christians be saved? Does God intend the existence of many religions? What status do non-Christian religions have vis-a-vis the Church? What may Christians learn from non-Christian religious traditions?
enrollment in Theology M.A. program or T/RS 121 and T/RS 122 ) An historical and Catholic-theological engagement with key questions in relation to religious pluralism such as: Can non-Christians be saved? Does God intend the existence of many religions? What status do non-Christian religions have vis-a-vis the Church? What may Christians learn from non-Christian religious traditions?
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) An introduction to the primary methods and problems of Old Testament interpretation: its historical background, the theological analysis and synthesis of major sections, as well as the use of source, form, and redaction criticism and such more recently developed approaches as social, scientific, literary and feminist criticism.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) This course is based on the assumption that when done properly, all theology is pastoral. Throughout the course, students will “read” both the liturgy and classical theological texts in a pastoral way, as well as reflect theologically on their own pastoral experience. It will be conducted in seminar format.
T/RS 441 - Inside the New Testament3
An introduction to the primary methods and problems of New Testament interpretation focusing on the contents, historical background and theological import of major passages. Among the specific topics studied will be from and redaction criticism along with recent critical approaches to the text such as structuralist exegesis, narrative and feminist criticisms.
(Prerequisite: junior standing, 15 credits of Theology/Religious Studies) Theology majors and minors can receive credits for a variety of ministerial experiences. Approval must be obtained beforehand from supervising faculty member and chairperson. Internship credits can be placed in the cognate or free area; they do not count toward the 30 credits needed for a Theology major or the 18 credits needed for a Theology minor.
junior standing, 15 credits of Theology/Religious Studies) Theology majors and minors can receive credits for a variety of ministerial experiences. Approval must be obtained beforehand from supervising faculty member and chairperson. Internship credits can be placed in the cognate or free area; they do not count toward the 30 credits needed for a Theology major or the 18 credits needed for a Theology minor.
T/RS 334 - (P, D) The Church and Contemporary Social Issues3
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) Explores the religious and ethical dimensions of social issues such as prejudice and violence. The findings of related social sciences and literature are placed in the context of Christian anthropology to give the student a concrete view of their interrelationship. (Credits may not be earned for T/RS 334 and SOC 212 .)
S/CJ 295 - Global Crime, Justice, & Security3
This travel course covers the meaning of justice, security, and crime. Topics include global standards and patterns of justice, international law, and transnational crime. Students will develop knowledge related to systems and responses to crime, justice, and security and compare them with those in the US.
S/CJ 215 - (Q) Statistics for the Social Sciences3
An introduction to the techniques used by social scientists to analyze their data. Students learn descriptive and inferential statistics in conjunction with computer usage. Basic skills and procedures are taught for organizing and describing data, assessing relationships among social variables, and using this information to make inferences about the population.
The course focuses on an examination of the police and governmental responses to disaster and accidents. A primary emphasis is given to the various analytical approaches to the study of terrorism and homeland security. Methods of planning, investigation and prevention are discussed.
S/CJ 228 - Crime and Criminal Justice in the Media3
This course will assist students in critically examining how various forms of media portray crime, criminal, the criminal justice process, and their affect on our society. Student will gain an understanding of how the realities of crime and criminal justice in the U.S. contrast with many of these images.
(Prerequisite: Permission of chairperson and instructor) Courses designed to meet specific needs of individual students or courses offered on a trial basis to determine the value of placing them into the regular curriculum.
Permission of chairperson and instructor) Courses designed to meet specific needs of individual students or courses offered on a trial basis to determine the value of placing them into the regular curriculum.
T/JP 310 - Toward a Just and Peaceful World3
In this seminar students will assess the courses that have fulfilled their requirements for the Peace and Justice Concentration and will explore the religious, philosophical and social/ethical concerns of their undergraduate education. Each participant will prepare and present a paper which assesses how her/his courses have met the goals of the concentration and the University’s mission as it relates to the concern for justice.
T/RS 121X - (FYS) The Bible: Sacred Story and Meaning3
A survey of central texts and themes of the Bible. Focus will be on the development of biblical literacy and skills necessary to interpret biblical texts in their historical and theological context. Connections between biblical texts and the University’s Ignatian mission will be accented.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) A study of the vital growth of Christianity’s life, doctrine, worship and spirituality over the centuries. Special emphasis will be placed on principal leaders, thinkers and heroes.
T/RS 217 - (P, D) The Holocaust in Context: History and Theology3
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) An exploration of the Holocaust through the perspective of the history of anti-Semitism. The course will examine the historical aspects of the Holocaust as well as the moral and theological issues raised by it.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) An exploration of some of the major roles women have played in Christian thought and experience, including their contributions as disciples, spiritual guides, and social critics. Will also examine assumptions about male and female identities and consider challenges to traditional roles.
T/RS 210 - (P, D) Jews, Christians, and the Bible3
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) A survey of ancient and modern ways of reading the Bible. The focus will be on a group of central biblical figures whose stories will be examined in the context of ancient Israelite history and society. The biblical stories will then be compared with later elaborations by Jewish and Christian interpreters.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) An inquiry into the nature of Christian sanctity by an examination of the lives and accomplishments of traditional saints and of contemporary persons who respond to the Gospel message.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) This introduction to Catholic Tradition will study its scope, depth, and ongoing development, reception, and characteristics. Topics covered include Faith and Revelation, the intercommunion of Scripture and Tradition, the role of Magisterium, and the development of doctrine. Selected readings are taken from important conciliar texts and theologians.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) This course explores how Christian worship and theology inform one another. Particular attention will be given to the liturgical roots of Christian theology.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) This course is designed to help students attend to and interpret the narratives of popular culture from the perspective of Christian faith. We will discuss Jesus’ use of parables, engage the theological tradition of “finding God in all things,” and analyze a variety of artistic productions (movies, television and music) that represent dominant themes of contemporary culture.
T/RS 237 - Bible and Law: Separating Church & State in America?3
T/RS 121 and T/RS 122 ) By examining the Bible, historical texts from America’s founding, Court cases, and secondary literature, students will investigate how the Bible has influenced First Amendment jurisprudence. Particular emphasis will be placed upon the relationship between biblical exegesis and the legal debates surrounding First Amendment provisions governing “separation of church and state.”
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) This course will be a theological study of some of the historical books of the Old Testament, especially Joshua, Judges, and the four books concerning kings. Major figures and narratives, like those of King David and the prophet Elijah, will be the main focus.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) A study of the Catholic moral tradition, its origins, development, key principles and debates. Areas of inquiry include human freedom, happiness, virtue, conscience, divine grace, natural law and the relation between morality and doctrine.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) This course examines the way in which Christians and Jews narrate their suffering in the context of God’s purposes. Traditional formulations of “the problem of evil” will be critiqued, and the concept of redemptive suffering will be explored.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) This course introduces students to elements of diversity and continuity in the scriptures, beliefs, practices, spirituality, history, institutions, philosophies, theologies, and political ideas of Islam. Although the course is text based, students will normally encounter contemporary expressions of Islam through some combination of film, music, site visits, and guest speakers. Alternate Years
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) An in- depth look at the five books of Moses (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy) using ancient and modern exegetical views to examine and emphasize the central theme of the Covenant.
T/RS 121 and T/RS 122 ) After reviewing historical Christian-Muslim encounters, we examine the Church’s position on Islam, doctrinal points of contention, contemporary attempts at understanding Islam in the light of Christian faith, and Muslim attempts at understanding Christianity. There will be opportunity for practical Christian-Muslim dialogue as well. Students should have some background in Islam.
T/RS 296 - (P, D) Christianity in the Middle East3
T/RS 121 and T/RS 122 ) This travel course is based in Jerusalem and introduces the history of, differences between, and current religious, social, and political situations facing the Christians of the Middle East, with particular focus on the communities in Israel and Palestine.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) This course will introduce students to the theology of marriage. It will focus on the distinctiveness of Christian marriage, its sacra mentality, marriage as a vocation and covenant, love and friendship in marriage, sex, singleness, family and children. Questions of the state of the institution of marriage in contemporary culture will also be discussed.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) A close look at the wisdom literature of the Old Testament. The study of both the Book of Psalms and the Book of Job will emphasize theological themes.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) An examination of the four major prophets of the Old Testament: Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel and Daniel, with an emphasis on the study of selected texts.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) An introduction to the writings of the Apostle Paul, exploring Jewish and Greco-Roman influences on his letters as well as his contribution to basic Christian beliefs and practices.
T/RS 313 - (P, EPW) Faith and Justice in the Prophetic Tradition3
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) The goals of contemporary Jesuit education are the service of faith and the promotion of justice. This course will examine the roots of these ideals in the writings of the OT prophets, with special attention to Isaiah.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) A close look at the Fourth Gospel and the Epistles of John with an emphasis on their literary, historical, and theological characteristics.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) A study of the historical, literary and theological significance of Jesus’ life and teaching as presented in the four canonical Gospels.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) This course is designed to provide an introduction to the main figures, theological currents and ideas of the formative period of the history of Christian theology by a close reading of selected texts from the major authors of the first six centuries of the Church.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) This course will examine both historical and contemporary representatives of selected Protestant traditions, focusing on their characteristic understandings of (1) scripture, tradition and knowledge of God; (2) grace, faith and works; and (3) the Church and the Christian life.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) Besides studying the origins of the Christian belief in the afterlife, the course will also focus on Catholic and Protestant formulations of the doctrines of salvation and damnation as well as literary responses to the notions of heaven and hell.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) A brief survey of various expressions of the Church’s nature and mission throughout its history, from the New Testament through Vatican II. Some contemporary approaches to ecclesiology will be explored, touching on questions regarding what is the true church and its rightful global mission.
T/RS 329 - (P) Christian Classics3
Each semester of this CSP core course provides a structured opportunity for reading in common some of the major Christian works of literature and spirituality with which every educated Catholic should be familiar. Important Catholic books and significant works of some great men and women who have shaped Christian thought and life will be read and discussed.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) Examines the meaning and message of Jesus Christ as understood and communicated in the faith of his followers with special consideration given to the symbolic dimensions and cultural aspects of that Christian understanding.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) This course will explore friendship as a central practice of the Christian life, especially the moral and spiritual life, and examine virtues such as fidelity, forgiveness, and love which are essential for sustaining and nurturing friendships.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) This introduction to the last book of the Bible will emphasize the literary forms and thought patterns of apocalyptic literature as well as the historical and theological character of the book itself, highlighting both textual interpretation and contemporary relevance.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) A multidisciplinary inquiry into the nature of Faith in the Catholic tradition with special attention to the challenges of modernity.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) A survey of Jewish approaches to ethics and ethical problems with comparisons to other religious traditions and the writing of secular ethicists.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) A study of the meaning of the spiritual life for Eastern Christian writers with a particular emphasis upon St. Athanasius, Gregory of Nyssa and Gregory Palamas. Themes such as prayer, image of and likeness with God, discernment of spirits, hesychasm and icons will be discussed.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) As a global introduction to Judaism this course will examine: essential beliefs, holidays and life ceremonies, Jewish history and modern Judaism, especially the Holocaust, the State of Israel and the Coming to America.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) This course will consider virtues and vices from the perspective of the Christian vision, comparing them to other popular visions in the ancient and/or modern world. Other related topics to be treated include human freedom, action, happiness, sin, and moral truth.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 ) A study of first-century Jewish religious sects as well as the cultural, political, and historical setting of the Roman Empire in which Jesus lived and preached and where monotheism continued to develop.
T/RS 121 , T/RS 122 , PSYC 110 ) This course explores selected Christian and Buddhist traditions of spirituality as understood by their practitioners and from the perspective of representative theorists or schools of Western psychology. The course concludes by assessing positive and negative aspects of these psychological approaches to understanding and evaluating spiritual experience.
Source: University of Scranton's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
