Undergraduate
Degree Programs
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Accounting Bachelor of Science Degree
Program Director: William Greenspan A student is admitted to the School of Summary of Requirements
Mandeville Hall, Room 309 Business, through an evaluation of the
Telephone: (203) 576-4378 high school transcript, class rank, and SAT CREDITS ______________________________
Fax: (203) 576-4388 scores, based on the determination that General Education Requirements 42
E-mail: profweg@bridgeport.edu the student has demonstrated potential in Accounting Program Requirements 60
analytical reasoning, comprehension and Accounting Electives 6
Faculty Contact: David Kohn expression in words and creative power in Free Electives 12
Mandeville Hall, Room 202 thinking. Students transferring from under-
Telephone: (203) 576-4371 120
graduate majors of other colleges should
Fax: (203) 576-4388 have a minimum quality point ratio of 2.5. PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________
E-mail: dkohn9021@bridgeport.edu
Management 350, Business Policy and Strat- ACCT 101 Principles of Accounting I 3
egy, is the Capstone Course of this degree ACCT 102 Principles of Accounting II 3
Curriculum and Program program. The final examination of this ACCT 103 Managerial/Cost Accounting 3
ACCT 210 Financial Accounting Systems 3
Requirements course shall constitute, therefore, an out-
come assessment of what the student has ACCT 300 Intermediate Accounting I 3
The accounting curriculum provides an op- ACCT 311 Fundamentals of Taxation 3
learned in the program. This examination,
portunity for students with varied interests CAIS 191 Computer Concepts 3
normally an extensive and comprehensive
to obtain a broad-based understanding of CAIS 101 Statistics 3
case study, will be graded by several fac-
the role of accounting in the measurement CAIS 102 Applied Statistics 3
ulty members representing different and CAIS 201 Introduction to CAIS 3
and communication of financial and eco- relevant disciplines.
nomic data. A number of interdisciplin- FIN 309 Managerial Finance 3
ary courses have been designed for those FIN 321 Investment Principles 3
FIN 380 Multinational Finance 3
students wishing a maximum overview Learning Outcomes LAW 251 Business Law I 3
of multinational issues in accounting and
Learning Objectives MGMT 301 Operations Management 3
taxation as well as for those students who
MGMT 302 Multicultural Management 3
intend to pursue more advanced studies Students 1) acquire the knowledge neces- MGMT 350 Business Policy and Strategy 3
in accounting. Accounting students who sary for an understanding of business data; MKTG 305 Principles of Marketing 3
expect to take the Certified Public Ac- 2) develop the technical skills necessary to MKTG 342 Multinational Marketing 3
countant professional examinations should measure, analyze, and interpret economic BUAD 382 Senior Project/Internship 3
select elective courses with the approval of data; 3) learn how to effectively commu-
and in consultation with the Chair of the nicate economic data; and 4) acquire the 60
Accounting Department. accounting foundation that enables them Plus six semester hours of Accounting electives
to pursue advanced study required for the selected two courses from:
The University Core Curriculum requires
successful completion of the CPA exam. ACCT 301 Intermediate Accounting II 3
passing the mathematics competency exam
or taking Mathematics 105. This competen- ACCT 302 Advanced Accounting 3
assessment ACCT 327 Multinational Accounting 3
cy is a prerequisite for CAIS 101. Students
Students are evaluated with exams, home- ACCT 335 Auditing 3
anticipating graduate study in Business are
work assignments and oral presentations.
advised to take Calculus as a free elective. 6
Students will be evaluated and bench-
Upper Division coursework provides stu- marked with a standardized accounting
dents with a common body of managerial test. This will ensure their preparation FREE ELECTIVES
knowledge, multinational business studies, for graduate study towards the CPA exam. May be selected from any University courses
study in a major field, and an internship Students’ accounting knowledge and skills with the permission of the advisor.
or business development project. The con- also will be tested with a program specific GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______
centration of professional courses in the exam when they begin and finish their ac-
last two years builds upon the broad-based counting program.
analytical tools and liberal arts foundation
of the first two years.
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Accounting Bachelor of Science Degree
ENGL C101 Composition and Rhetoric 3 SIXTH SEMESTER_______________________
FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3 FIN 380 Multinational Finance 3
MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3 MKTG 342 Multinational Marketing 3
SCI Natural Sciences Core 6 MGMT 302 Multicultural Management 3
HUM Humanities Core 6 HUM Humanities Core 3
ECON 201 Principles of Economics - Macro 3 ACCT Major Elective 3
ECON 202 Principles of Economics - Micro 3
ENGL 202 Advanced Composition (for Business) 3 SEVENTH SEMESTER ____________________
FA Fine Arts Core 3 FIN 321 Investment Principles 3
CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3 ACCT 311 Fundamentals of Taxation 3
SOSC Social Sciences Core 6 BUAD 382 Senior Project/Internship 3
Free Elective 3
42 SOSC Social Science Core 3
Total Semester Hours _________________120 EIGHTH SEMESTER _____________________
MGMT 350 Business Policy and Strategy 3
Suggested Program CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
FIRST SEMESTER ______________________ Free Electives 9
ACCT 101 Principles of Accounting I 3 Total Semester Hours _________________120
CAIS 191 Computer Concepts 3
ENGL C101 Composition and Rhetoric 3
FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
SECOND SEMESTER _____________________
ACCT 102 Principles of Accounting II 3
ENGL 202 Advanced Composition (for Business) 3
CAIS 101 Statistics 3
SCI Natural Science Core 3
FA Fine Arts Core 3
THIRD SEMESTER ______________________
ECON 201 Principles of Economics - Macro 3
CAIS 102 Applied Statistics 3
ACCT 103 Managerial/Cost Accounting 3
ACCT 210 Financial Accounting Systems 3
SOSC Social Science Core 3
FOURTH SEMESTER _____________________
ECON 202 Principles of Economics - Micro 3
LAW 251 Business Law I 3
CAIS 201 Introduction to CAIS 3
SCI Natural Science Core 3
ACCT 300 Intermediate Accounting I 3
FIFTH SEMESTER ______________________
FIN 309 Managerial Finance 3
MGMT 301 Operations Management 3
MKTG 305 Principles of Marketing 3
HUM Humanities Core 3
ACCT Major Elective 3
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Biology Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science Degree
Chair: Spiros Katsifis envirOnmentaL biOLOgY Pre-HeaLtH PrOfessiOnaL
Dana Hall, Room 210 Students who choose an option in Environ- OPtiOns
Telephone: (203) 576-4265 mental Biology should take elective courses The Biology Major offers pre-health profes-
Fax: (203) 576-4262 such as Environmental Health (BIOL 418), sional options in Pre-Medicine, Pre-Dentistry,
E-mail: skatsif@bridgeport.edu Marine Biology (BIOL 380), Microbiology Pre-Veterinary, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Chiro-
(BIOL 320), Toxicology (BIOL 444), Envi- practic, Pre-Naturopathic, Pre-Osteopathic,
Curriculum and Program ronmental Geology (GEOL 205), Marine Pre-Occupational Therapy, Pre-Physician As-
Requirements ecology (BIOL 430), Biostatistics (BIOL sistance and Pre-Physical Therapy and Pre-
203B) and field work. Participation in a Nutrition.
The Biology Department offers a Bachelor
summer study program is recommended.
of Arts and a Bachelor of Science degree in
biOLOgY minOr
Biology. Students are introduced in labora- marine biOLOgY
tory training to Molecular Biology, Micro- Students wishing to obtain a minor in Biol-
biology, Ecology, Immunology, Toxicology, A marine biology option in the Biology ma- ogy must take Biology 101, 102, 211, 223,
Analytical Techniques and Tissue Culture. jor takes advantage of the University’s loca- and one additional Biology course of at
Both degrees prepare students to pursue tion on Long Island Sound and proximity least 3 credits at the 200 level or higher.
a traditional graduate biology degree or to several marine research laboratories and
to successfully enter a graduate school in teaching institutions. Students electing the Learning Outcomes
Biomedical Science, Biotechnology or Al- marine biology option follow the basic bi-
By completing the Biology program, stu-
lied Health and Health Professions. Biology ology curriculum. Elective courses should
dents will:
graduates can enter the work force in gov- include marine related courses: e.g. marine
ecology, invertebrate zoology, environmen- 1. be able to read and interpret current
ernment, the pharmaceutical or chemical
tal health, microbiology, microbial ecology, biological literature, formulate scientific
industry, EPA, FDA, NIH or other research
fieldwork, and analytical chemistry. Students hypotheses, design and execute experi-
institutions. Students upon successful com-
are strongly encouraged to participate in ments, and analyze and interpret data.
pletion of two semesters in the general bi-
ology program may apply to pursue a spe- summer internships and directed research. 2. have mastered the fundamental prin-
cific option in biology such as: ciples of cell/molecular /organism biol-
ecOLOgY/evOLutiOn ogy.
biOmeDicaL science / Students interested in a career in Ecology/
Evolution should include courses such as Ma- 3. have training necessary to apply bio-
biOtecHnOLOgY logical, biomedical and biotechnologi-
rine Ecology (BIOL 430), Comparative Anato-
Students interested in pursuing a career in cal principles and techniques to human
my (BIOL 210), Biostatistics (BIOL 203B) and
Biomedical Science or Biotechnology fol- health and well-being from a holistic/
field work. Students should use their inde-
low the basic biology curriculum. For their wellness perspective.
pendent research course to complete a proj-
elective courses they should choose from
ect for participation at a National Meeting. 4. have awareness and appreciation of in-
the following: Microbiology (BIOL 320),
Human Anatomy and Physiology (BIOL terdisciplinary interactions among other
tOxicOLOgY disciplines in the natural sciences, math-
113, 114), Comparative Anatomy (BIOL
210), Biochemistry (CHEM. 365), Immu- The Biology Program offers a concentration ematics and cognate fields.
nology (BIOL 441), Toxicology (BIOL 444), in General Toxicology/Forensic Toxicology.
5. have awareness to appreciate the beau-
Histology (BIOL 303), Embryology (BIOL Interested students should follow the basic
ty, complexity and fragility of our bio-
328), and Biostatistics (BIOL 203B). Stu- biology curriculum and their elective courses
sphere, and the intricate dynamics of
dents should participate in a summer re- should be selected from the following: Gen-
balancing systems within the biosphere.
search program for practical experience in eral Toxicology (BIOL 444), Physical Chemis-
their field of study. A research project is try (CHEM 319 or 320), Biochemistry (CHEM 6. have critical tools to exercise responsi-
required. 365), Instrumental Analysis ( CHEM 361), Im- bility and stewardship of the biosphere
munology (BIOL 441), Microbiology (BIOL by assuming positions of leadership in
320), Environmental Health (BIOL 418) and our global society.
Biostatistics (BIOL 203B). Students are ad-
vised to participate in a summer research
program related to their field. A research
project is required.
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Biology Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science Degree
BIOLOGY, BACHELOR OF ARTS Suggested Program BIOLOGY, BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
The Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology is FRESHMAN YEAR _________________________________ The Bachelor of Science in Biology is for
for students who are seeking a broad lib- BIOL 101 General Biology I 4 students who wish to pursue a career that
eral arts program. It is designed to allow BIOL 102 General Biology II 4 requires further study at the graduate or
students to obtain a minor that may be ap- CHEM 103 General Chemistry I 4 professional level. Students interested in
propriate for their career aspirations. CHEM 104 General Chemistry II 4 scientific research or one of the health pro-
ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3 fessions should follow the B.S. degree pro-
The Biology Major in cooperation with the MATH 109 Precalculus 4 gram.
School of Education offers a 5-year com- FA Fine Arts Core 3
bined Bachelor of Arts in Biology/Master of FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
Science in Education program for students Summary of Requirements
interested in pursuing a teaching career. 29
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________
Students interested in this program should SOPHOMORE YEAR _______________________________ BIOL 101 General Biology I 4
contact the Chair of Biology.
BIOL 211 General Physiology 4 BIOL 102 General Biology II 4
BIOL 223 Ecology 4 BIOL 211 General Physiology 4
Summary of Requirements CHEM
CHEM
205
206
Organic Chemistry I
Organic Chemistry II
4
4
BIOL 223 Ecology
BIOL 307 Genetics
4
3
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________ HUM Humanities Core 3 BIOL 321 Cell Physiology 3
BIOL 101 General Biology I 4 Foreign Language1 6 Biology Electives1 26
BIOL 102 General Biology II 4 SOSC Social Science Core 3 CHEM 205 Organic Chemistry I 4
BIOL 211 General Physiology 4 Social Science Elective 3 CHEM 206 Organic Chemistry II 4
BIOL 223 Ecology 4 PHYS 202 General Physics II 4
31
BIOL 307 Genetics 3 64
BIOL 321 Cell Physiology 3 JUNIOR YEAR AND SENIOR YEAR _____________________
Biology Electives2 18 GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______
BIOL 307 Genetics 3
CHEM 205 Organic Chemistry I 4 BIOL 321 Cell Physiology 3 ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
CHEM 206 Organic Chemistry II 4 BIOL Biology Electives2 18 MATH 112 Calculus & Anal. Geo. II 4
PHYS 201 General Physics I 4 Humanities Elective 3 HUM Humanities Core 3
PHYS 202 General Physics II 4 CAPS 390 Capstone Seminar 3 Humanities Elective 3
PHYS 201 General Physics I 4 FA Fine Arts Core 3
56 SOSC Social Science Core 3
PHYS 202 General Physics II 4
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______ Electives3 22 Social Science Elective 3
ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3 CHEM 103 General Chemistry I 4
60 CHEM 104 General Chemistry II 4
MATH 109 Precalculus 4
HUM Humanities Core 3 Total Semester Hours _________________120 PHYS 201 General Physics I 4
Humanities Elective 3 FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
1. Spanish is strongly recommended for CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
FA Fine Arts Core 3
pre-health professional students.
SOSC Social Science Core 3 40
Social Science Elective 3 2. Biology and cognate courses at the 200 2
Foreign Language1 6 level or higher. ELECTIVES __________________________ 16
CHEM 103 General Chemistry I 4 Total Semester Hours _________________120
CHEM 104 General Chemistry II 4 3. Pre-Health professional students must
FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3 take Psych 103, General Psychology, as
CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3 one of the electives.
42
ELECTIVES ___________________________ 22
Total Semester Hours _________________120
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Biology Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science Degree
Suggested Program
FRESHMAN YEAR _________________________________
BIOL 101 General Biology I 4
BIOL 102 General Biology II 4
CHEM 103 General Chemistry I 4
CHEM 104 General Chemistry II 4
ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
MATH 110 Calculus & Anal. Geo. I 4
MATH 112 Calculus & Anal. Geo. II 4
FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
30
SOPHOMORE YEAR _______________________________
BIOL 211 General Physiology 4
BIOL 223 Ecology 4
CHEM 205 Organic Chemistry I 4
CHEM 206 Organic Chemistry II 4
HUM Humanities Core 3
Humanities Elective 3
SOSC Social Science Core 3
Social Science Elective 3
FA Fine Arts Core 3
31
JUNIOR YEAR AND SENIOR YEAR _____________________
BIOL 307 Genetics 3
BIOL 321 Cell Physiology 3
BIOL Biology Electives1 26
CAPS 390 Capstone Seminar 3
PHYS 201 General Physics I 4
PHYS 202 General Physics II 4
Electives2 16
59
Total Semester Hours _________________120
1. Biology and cognate courses at the 200
level or higher.
2. Pre-Health professional students are
strongly recommended to take Psych
103, General Psychology, and Spanish
as electives.
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Business Administration Associate in Arts Degree
Program Director: William Greenspan assessment Suggested Program
Mandeville Hall, Room 309 Students will be evaluated with a program
FIRST SEMESTER ________________________________
(203) 576-4378 specific exam related to the basic business
Fax: (203) 576-4388 courses at the beginning and end of their ACCT 101 Principles of Accounting I 3
E-mail: profweg@bridgeport.edu CAIS 191 Computer Concepts 3
two-years of undergraduate study. Students
ENGL C101 Composition and Rhetoric 3
are evaluated by course level exams, as-
Faculty Contact: Art McAdams FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
signments, projects and oral presentations. MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
Mandeville Hall, Room 217B
Telephone: (203) 576-4648
E-mail: amcadams@bridgeport.edu
Summary of Requirements SECOND SEMESTER ______________________________
ACCT 102 Principles of Accounting II 3
CREDITS ______________________________ CAIS 101 Statistics 3
Curriculum and Program General Education Requirements
Program Requirements
33
27
ENGL 202 Advanced Composition
SCI Natural Science Core
3
3
Requirements Free Elective 3
60
The Associate in Arts in Business Adminis-
THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________
tration provides options for students who PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________
CAIS 102 Applied Statistics 3
want only two years of college study and ACCT 101 Principles of Accounting I 3
ECON 201 Principles of Economics - Macro 3
students who are not certain about their de- ACCT 102 Principles of Accounting II 3
FA Fine Arts Core 3
gree objectives. CAIS 101 Statistics 3
LAW 251 Business Law I 3
CAIS 102 Applied Statistics 3
This degree program requires that all fresh- SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
CAIS 191 Computer Concepts 3
man and sophomore core business courses LAW 251 Business Law I 3 FOURTH SEMESTER _______________________________
and business prerequisites, as well as Uni- MGMT 302 Multiculture Management 3
versity core requirements, be completed ECON 202 Principles of Economics - Micro 3
Free Electives 6 MGMT 302 Multiculture Management 3
with an average grade of “C” or better.
27 SCI Natural Science Core 3
Two-year business study at the University SOSC Social Science Core 3
of Bridgeport provides many advantages GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______ Free Elective 3
not usually available to community college ECON 201 Principles of Economics - Macro 3 Total Semester Hours __________________60
or two-year college students. ECON 202 Principles of Economics - Micro 3
ENGL C101 Composition and Rhetoric 3
All the resources of the university are avail- ENGL 202 Advanced Composition 3
able to two-year students. This includes FA Fine Arts Core 3
planning/placement services and all of the FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
social, sports and extracurricular activities MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
of the campus. SCI Natural Sciences Core 6
Students receive all the guidance and ad- SOSC Social Sciences Core 6
vising of a small, private two-year college, 33
while completing their studies in the envi-
ronment of a major university. Total Semester Hours __________________60
Learning Outcomes
Learning Objectives
Students 1) acquire basic general business
knowledge; 2) develop practical technical
skills necessary for initially pursuing a ju-
nior level entry position; 3) learn how to
communicate with others in their organiza-
tion; and 4) understand the role of business
in the larger society.
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Business Administration Bachelor of Science Degree
Program Director: William Greenspan and skills related to a particular discipline GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______
Mandeville Hall, Room 309 and career path. ENGL C101 Composition and Rhetoric 3
Telephone: (203) 576-4378 FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
Fax: (203) 576-4388 assessment MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
E-mail: profweg@bridgeport.edu Students will be evaluated with a program SCI Natural Sciences Core 6
specific exam related to the basic business HUM Humanities Core 6
courses at the beginning and end of their ECON 201 Principles of Economics- Macro 3
Curriculum and Program undergraduate study. Students are evalu- ECON 202 Principles of Economics - Micro 3
Requirements ated by course level exams, assignments, ENGL 202 Advanced Composition(for Business)
FA Fine Arts Core
3
3
projects and oral presentations.
The Business Administration major provides CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
the maximum flexibility in course selection
for a student to fulfill both personal and pro- Summary of Requirements SOSC Social Sciences Core 6
fessional goals. Upon completion of Universi- 42
CREDITS ______________________________
ty and College core requirements the student
may pursue a myriad of unique combinations General Education Requirements 42 Total Semester Hours _________________120
of study to satisfy either a general or specific Business Administration Program Requirements 51
purpose. This includes combining study from Business Administration Electives 12 Suggested Program
two or three of the major disciplines of study Free Electives 15
FIRST SEMESTER ________________________________
within the college including those disciplines 120 ACCT 101 Principles of Accounting I 3
not listed in this catalog such as Economics
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________ ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
and Management Information Systems, and MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
combinations with other colleges at the Uni- ACCT 101 Principles of Accounting I 3
ACCT 102 Principles of Accounting II 3 FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
versity. In all cases the student’s study pro- CAIS 191 Computer Concepts 3
gram must be approved by the student’s fac- ACCT 103 Managerial/Cost Accounting 3
ulty advisor. CAIS 191 Computer Concepts 3 SECOND SEMESTER ______________________________
LAW 251 Business Law I 3 ACCT 102 Principles of Accounting II 3
Students interested in adding a Teacher Cer- CAIS 101 Statistics 3
tification to a program in Business Adminis- ENGL 202 Advanced Composition (for Business) 3
CAIS 102 Applied Statistics 3 CAIS 101 Statistics 3
tration can do so. A brief description of the FIN 309 Managerial Finance 3 SCI Natural Sciences Core 3
teacher certification requirements appears MGMT 301 Operations Management 3 Free Elective 3
elsewhere in this catalog under the School of CAIS 201 Introduction to CAIS 3
Education section. MKTG 305 Principles of Marketing 3 THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________
The Bachelor of Science degree in Business FIN 321 Investment Principles 3 ECON 201 Principles of Economics - Macro 3
FIN 380 Multinational Finance 3 CAIS 102 Applied Statistics 3
Administration permits a student, upon
MGMT 302 Multiculture Management 3 SOSC Social Science Core 3
completion of the core business require-
MKTG 342 Multinational Marketing 3 FA Fine Arts Core 3
ments and prerequisites applicable to all
MGMT 350 Business Policy and Strategy 3 ACCT 103 Managerial Accounting 3
business degrees, to create a unique combi- BUAD 382 Senior Project/Internship 3
nation of courses in business or other aca- Business Electives* 12 FOURTH SEMESTER ______________________________
demic disciplines. Free Electives 15 ECON 202 Principles of Economics - Micro 3
All business courses listed under other ma- CAIS 201 Introduction to CAIS 3
78 LAW 251 Business Law I 3
jors as well as courses in other academic
disciplines such as political economy, psy- *The 12 credits (4 courses) of business elec- SCI Natural Science Core 3
chology or sociology, may be chosen as el- tives may be selected from Accounting, SOSC Social Science Core 3
ements of this major. Economics, Finance, International Business,
FIFTH SEMESTER _______________________________
Management and Industrial Relations, Infor-
mation Systems, and Marketing. FIN 309 Managerial Finance 3
Learning Outcomes Free electives (15 credits) may be selected
MKTG 305 Principles of Marketing 3
MGMT 301 Operations Management 3
from any University courses with the per-
Learning Objectives HUM Humanities Core 3
mission of the advisor. Free Elective 3
Students 1) acquire basic general business
*Specific course requirements are described under
knowledge; 2) integrate knowledge across
each major description or course description sec-
the business disciplines; 3) learn how to
tion of this catalog.
communicate with others in their organiza-
tion; and 4) acquire in-depth knowledge
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Business Administration Bachelor of Science Degree
SIXTH SEMESTER ________________________________
FIN 380 Multinational Finance 3
MKTG 342 Multinational Marketing 3
MGMT 302 Multiculture Management 3
HUM Humanities Core 3
Free Elective 3
SEVENTH SEMESTER ______________________________
FIN 321 Investment Principles 3
BUAD 382 Senior Project/Internship 3
Major Electives 6
Free Elective 3
EIGHTH SEMESTER _______________________________
MGMT 350 Business Policy and Strategy 3
CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
Major Electives 6
Free Elective 3
Total Semester Hours _________________120
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Computer Applications & Information Systems (CAIS)
Bachelor of Science Degree
Program Director: William Greenspan While the emphasis is on the management Summary of Requirements
Mandeville Hall, Room 309 of integrated and networked business sys-
Telephone: (203) 576-4378 tems, a solid base of programming, data- CREDITS ______________________________
Fax: (203) 576-4388 base, and systems design skills are provid- General Education Requirements 42
Email: profweg@bridgeport.edu ed. The student practices the use of at least CAIS Program Requirements 51
one of several major programming applica- CAIS Electives 15
Faculty Contact: Professor Robert Todd tion languages, Visual Basic, JAVA, or C++, Free Electives 12
Telephone: (203) 576-4377 as information systems applications tools.
E-mail: rtodd@bridgeport.edu 120
Systems analysis is approached as a method
through which to evaluate hardware and GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______
software needs, suitability of operating sys-
Curriculum and Program tems, and appropriateness of wide area or
ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric
FYS 101 First Year Seminar
3
3
Requirements local networks. MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
The Bachelor of Science in Computer SCI Natural Sciences Core 6
Successful CAIS students will be capable
Applications and Information Systems HUM Humanities Core 6
focusing on the technical issues without
focuses on the application of computer ECON 201 Principles of Economics - Macro 3
losing sight of the overall aim of achieving
hardware, operating systems, databases, ECON 202 Principles of Economics - Micro 3
corporate goals. The skills acquired in this ENGL 202 Advanced Composition (for Business) 3
and networks as tools for generation of in- program include specification, evaluation,
formation in support of business decision- FA Fine Arts Core 3
and integration of networkable software CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
making. The objective of the program is and the management and upgrading of ex- SOSC Social Sciences Core 6
to prepare graduates for direct entry into isting systems.
computer applications and information 42
systems positions in the industry.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________
The Computer Applications and Infor-
Learning Outcomes
ACCT 101 Principles of Accounting I 3
mation Systems (CAIS) major prepares Learning Objectives ACCT 102 Principles of Accounting II 3
students for challenging new opportuni- ACCT 103 Managerial/Cost Accounting 3
Students 1) learn to be knowledge work-
ties made available by the information- CAIS 191 Computer Concepts 3
ers with basic technical competence; 2)
driven business world in the age of e- and LAW 251 Business Law I 3
acquire the broad knowledge of and skills
m-commerce, cloud computing and other CAIS 101 Statistics 3
related to business processes; 3) learn how
emerging technologies and technology- CAIS 102 Applied Statistics 3
to effectively communicate with others
driven business models. The integration of FIN 309 Managerial Finance 3
regarding information systems; and 4)
information processing, telecommunica- MGMT 301 Operations Management 3
learn the role of information systems in the CAIS 201 Introduction to CAIS 3
tion technologies and the networking of
pursuit of organizational goals. MKTG 305 Principles of Marketing 3
computer systems will continue to broaden
the applications of computer information FIN 321 Investment Principles 3
assessment
systems in many areas of the decision- FIN 380 Multinational Finance 3
The projects assigned across courses MGMT 302 Multiculture Management 3
making process.
enable the students to learn and enable MKTG 342 Multinational Marketing 3
Courses are offered in logical sequences the professors to evaluate the student’s MGMT 350 Business Policy and Strategy 3
that lead to technical mastery of at least one technical competence. Broad knowledge BUAD 382 Senior Project/Internship 3
major segment of this degree field. Oppor- and technical skills related to information
technology and knowledge management 51
tunity is offered to pursue special topics of
student interest, develop a Senior Project will be evaluated with a standardized exam
or undertake a Practicum (internship) at a at the beginning and at the end of the
local area company as appropriate to the student’s program.
individual student’s interests.
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Computer Applications & Information Systems
Bachelor of Science Degree
PLUS FIFTEEN SEMESTER HOURS OF CAIS FOURTH SEMESTER ______________________________
ELECTIVES SELECTED FROM: ECON 202 Principles of Economics - Micro 3
CAIS 291 VB Programming 3 CAIS 201 Introduction to CAIS 3
or CAIS 302 Java Programming 3 LAW 251 Business Law I 3
or CS 102 C++ Programming 3 SCI Natural Science Core 3
CAIS 304 Database Theory 3 SOSC Social Science Core 3
CAIS 380 Systems Analysis 3
FIFTH SEMESTER _________________________________
CAIS 390 Senior Project 3
or CAIS 395 Practicum 3 CAIS 291 VB Programming 3
CAIS 341 LAN 3 or CAIS 302 Java Programming 3
or CAIS 342 WAN 3 FIN 309 Managerial Finance 3
or CAIS 305 Oracle Programming 3 MKTG 305 Principles of Marketing 3
or CAIS 330 Web/Internet Applications 3 MGMT 301 Operations Management 3
or CAIS 335 System Simulation 3 HUM Humanities Core 3
or CAIS 311 Special Topics 3 SIXTH SEMESTER ________________________________
15 CAIS 304 Database Theory 3
FIN 380 Multinational Finance 3
Free Electives 12 MGMT 302 Multiculture Management 3
May be selected from any University courses with the HUM Humanities Core 3
permission of the advisor. Free Elective 3
Total Semester Hours _________________120 SEVENTH SEMESTER ______________________________
FIN 321 Investment Principles 3
Suggested Program CAIS 380 Systems Analysis 3
BUAD 382 Senior Project/Internship 3
FIRST SEMESTER _________________________________ MKTG 342 Multinational Marketing 3
ACCT 101 Principles of Accounting I 3 Free Elective 3
ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric I 3
MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3 EIGHTH SEMESTER ______________________________
FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3 CAIS 390 Senior Project 3
CAIS 191 Computer Concepts 3 or CAIS 395 Practicum 3
MGMT 350 Business Policy and Strategy 3
SECOND SEMESTER ______________________________ CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
ACCT 102 Principles of Accounting II 3 CAIS Major Elective 3
ENGL 202 Advanced Composition (for Business) 3 Free Elective 3
CAIS 101 Statistics 3
Total Semester Hours _________________120
SCI Natural Science Core 3
Free Elective 3
THIRD SEMESTER _______________________________
ECON 201 Principles of Economics - Macro 3
CAIS 102 Applied Statistics 3
SOSC Social Science Core 3
FA Fine Arts Core 3
ACCT 103 Managerial/Cost Accounting 3
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Computer Engineering Bachelor of Science Degree
Chair: Ausif Mahmood • Appreciate diversity of opinion, MATH 301 Differential Equations 3
Engineering Technology Building understand ethical issues and MATH 323 Probability and Statistics 3
Telephone: (203) 576-4145 demonstrate a commitment towards MEEG 223 Materials Science for Engineers 3
Fax: (203) 576-4765 profession. 37
E-mail: mahmood@bridgeport.edu • Be prepared for lifelong careers and PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________
professional growth.
CPEG 312 Computer Organization 3
Curriculum and Program Learning Outcomes CPEG 315 Digital Systems Design II w/lab 4
CPEG 387 Embedded System Design 3
Requirements Our Computer Engineering Students will: CPEG 408 Operating Systems 3
The ever increasing use of the computer 1. Demonstrate comprehension of math, CPEG 447/448 Logic Synthesis/VLSI Design 3
in today’s world offers expanding oppor- science, and basic computer engineer- CPEG 449 A, B CPEG Senior Design Project 4
tunities in this field of specialization. This ing topics. CPEG 489 Software Engineering 3
program provides a bridge between the dis- 2. Comprehend the design of computer CPSC 102/102a Introduction to Computing II
ciplines of electrical engineering and com- (Data Structures and Algorithms) 4
architectures; and integrated systems
puter science. Graduates can enter such CPSC 227 Discrete Structures 3
having major hardware and software
fields as chip design, software engineer- ELEG 234/236 Network Analysis II w/Lab 3
components.
ing, robotics, and a variety of computer- ELEG 348 Electronics I 3
controlled applications. This requires the 3. Exhibit problem solving skills. ELEG 360 Controls 3
development of the engineering approach 4. Have the ability to use techniques, ELEG 443 Applied Digital Signal Processing 3
through the understanding of engineering skills, and modern engineering tools ENGL 204 Technical Writing for CPEG 1
mathematics, digital and analog electronics necessary for engineering practice. MATH 214/314 Linear Algebra/Numerical Analysis 3
and control, as well as computer languages, 5. Work effectively on teams. Technical Elective 6
computing theory and computer architec- Free Elective 3
6. Demonstrate the ability to identify and
ture. Design and problem solving form the
apply concepts of engineering eco- 55
heart of the discipline and a variety of com-
nomics and project planning. GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______
puter aided design (CAD) tools are utilized
to facilitate learning and implementation. 7. Demonstrate knowledge of contem- ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
porary global and societal issues and MATH 110 Calculus I 4
The graduate from this program will obtain
their relationship to professional ethics MATH 112 Calculus II 4
the basic education in the first three years.
and engineering solutions. PHYS 111/112 Principles of Physics I, II 8
The final year is utilized to explore specific
areas of interest. One can choose a software 8. Demonstrate the ability to plan and HUM Humanities Core 6
oriented program including such areas as conduct laboratory experiments and SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
artificial intelligence, knowledge based sys- interpret and report the results. INTST C101B Computer Ethics 3
tems and software design or a hardware ori- 9. Exercise strong oral and written com- FA Fine Arts Core 3
ented program pointing toward computer munication skills including those CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
or integrated circuit design, robotics and needed for technical writing. 40
networking. 10. Have an awareness of the need for and Total Semester Hour__________________132
The engineering approach and knowledge demonstrate the ability to keep learn-
of computer structure are the attributes that ing throughout life along with an ap- Suggested Program
make it unique. This program is accredited preciation of diversity in the world and
by the Engineering Accreditation Commis- in intellectual areas. FIRST SEMESTER _________________________________
sion of the Accreditation Board for Engi- ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
neering and Technology. A total of 132 se- Summary of Requirements MATH 110 Calculus I 4
mester hours are required for graduation. PHYS 111 Principles of Physics I 4
ENGINEERING CORE REQUIREMENTS CPSC 101/101a Introduction to Computing I 4
Program Objectives CHEM 103 General Chemistry I 4
ENGR 111 Introduction to Engineering I 3
Our Computer Engineering Graduates will: CPEG 210 Digital System Design I 3 SECOND SEMESTER _______________________________
CPEG 286 Microprocessor System Design 3 INTST C101B Computer Ethics 3
• Be proficient in defining and solving CPSC 101/101a Introduction to Computing I 4
engineering problems. MATH 112 Calculus II 4
ELEG 233/235 Electrical Engineering I w/lab 4 CPSC 102/102a Intro. to Computing II 4
• Achieve expertise at developing ENGR 111 Introduction to Engineering I 3 (Data Structures & Algorithms)
engineering systems. ENGR 300 Econ. and Management of CPSC 227 Discrete Structures 3
• Be effective communicators and team Engr Project 3 PHYS 112 Principles of Physics II 4
players. MATH 215 Calculus III 4
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Computer Engineering Bachelor of Science Degree
THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________
MATH 215 Calculus III 4
ELEG 233/235 Electrical Engineering I w/lab 4
CPEG 210 Digital System Design I 3
HUM Humanities Core 3
CHEM 103 General Chemistry I 4
FOURTH SEMESTER _______________________________
MATH 301 Differential Equations 3
MEEG 223 Material Science for Engineers 3
ELEG 234/236 Network Analysis II w/Lab 3
HUM Humanities Core 3
CPEG 286 Microprocessor System Design 3
ENGL 204 Technical Writing for CPEG 1
FIFTH SEMESTER _________________________________
ENGR 300 Econ. and Management of Engr Proj. 3
MATH 323 Probability and Statistics 3
ELEG 360 Controls 3
SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
CPEG 315 Digital Design II w/lab 4
CPEG 387 Embedded System Design 3
SIXTH SEMESTER_________________________________
CPEG 312 Computer Organization 3
MATH 214/314 Linear Algebra/Numerical Analysis 3
ELEG 348 Electronics I 3
FA Fine Arts Core 3
SOSC Social Science Core 3
SEVENTH SEMESTER ______________________________
CPEG 449A CPEG Senior Design Project 1
ELEG 443 Applied Digital Signal Processing 3
CPEG 489 Software Engineering 3
Technical Electives 3
CPEG 447/448 Logic Synthesis/VLSI Design 3
EIGHTH SEMESTER _______________________________
CPEG 449B CPEG Senior Design Project 3
CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
CPEG 408 Operating Systems 3
Technical Electives 3
Free Elective 3
*Technical Elective—This elective must be cho-
sen from CPEG 410, CPEG 460, CPEG 471 or
CPEG 473
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Computer Science Bachelor of Science Degree
Chair: Ausif Mahmood
Engineering Technology Building
Learning Outcomes GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______
Our Computer Science Students will: ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric I 3
Telephone: (203) 576-4145 FA Fine Arts Core 3
Fax: (203) 576-4765 1. Demonstrate comprehension of math, PHYS 111, 112 Principles of Physics I, II 8
E-mail: mahmood@bridgeport.edu science, and basic computer science INTST C101B Computer Ethics 3
topics. ENGL 204 Technical Writing for
2. Have the ability to apply mathematical Computer Science 1
Curriculum and Program foundations, algorithmic principles, HUM Humanities Core 6
Requirements and computer science theory in the SOSC Social Science Core 6
Today, computing is an enormously vibrant modeling and design of computer- CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
based systems. Humanities Electives (2) 6
field. From its inception just half a century
ago, computing has become the defining 3. Exhibit problem solving skills. 31
technology of our age. Computers are inte- 4. Have the ability to use techniques,
CORE REQUIREMENTS ___________________
gral to modern culture and are the primary skills, and modern software tools
engine behind much of the world’s eco- necessary for professional practice. CPSC 101/101a Introduction to Computing I 4
nomic growth. The field, moreover, contin- CPSC 102/102a Introduction to Computer II
5. Work effectively in teams. (Data Structures) 4
ues to evolve at an astonishing pace. New
6. Demonstrate the ability to identify CPSC 201 Advanced Data & File
technologies are introduced continually,
and apply concepts of engineering Structures 3
and existing ones become obsolete in the
economics and project planning. CPSC 203 2nd Programming Language 3
space of a few years. The rapid evolution
7. Demonstrate knowledge of CPSC 227 Discrete Structures 3
of the discipline has a profound effect on
contemporary global and societal CPEG 210 Digital System Design I 3
computing education, affecting both con-
issues and their relationship to CPEG 286 Microprocessor System
tent and pedagogy. Design 3
professional ethics and engineering
Computer science core courses provide ba- solutions. CPSC 300 Economics & Management
sic coverage of algorithms, data structures, of Computing Projects 3
8. Demonstrate the ability to plan and CPSC 301 Programming Languages 3
software design, concepts of programming conduct laboratory experiments and
languages, and computer organization CPSC 329 Fundamentals of Algorithms 3
interpret and report the results. CPSC 311 Computer Architecture 3
and architecture. Theoretical foundations,
9. Exercise strong oral and written CPEG 408 Operating Systems 3
problem analysis, and solution design are
communication skills including those CPSC 449 Senior Design Project 4
stressed within the program’s core materi-
needed for technical writing. CPSC 450 Database Design 3
als. Students are exposed to a variety of
10. Have an awareness of the need for CPEG 471 Data and Computer
programming languages and systems and
and demonstrate the ability to keep Communications 3
become proficient in more than one high- CPSC 489 Software Engineering 3
er-level language. A total of 130 semester learning throughout life along with an
CPSC Elective (3) 9
hours is required for graduation. appreciation of diversity in the world
Technical Elective (2) 6
and in intellectual areas.
Free Elective 3
Program Objectives
Our Computer Science Students will: Summary of Requirements 69
Total Semester Hours _________________130
• Be proficient in defining and solving MATHEMATICS REQUIREMENTS ___________
problems appropriate to computer
science.
MATH 110/112 Calculus I & II
MATH 215 Calculus III
8
4
Suggested Program
• Achieve expertise at developing MATH 323 Probability and Statistics 3 FIRST SEMESTER _________________________________
software systems. MATH 214, Math Elective 3 ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric I 3
• Be effective communicators and team MATH 314 or MATH 110 Calculus I 4
players. CPSC 340 CPSC 101/101a Int. to Computing I 4
Science Elective 4 PHYS 111 Principles of Physics I 4
• Appreciate diversity of opinion,
understand ethical issues and 30 SECOND SEMESTER _______________________________
demonstrate a commitment towards MATH 112 Calculus II 4
profession. Be prepared for lifelong PHYS 112 Principles of Physics II 4
careers and professional growth. CPSC 102/102a Introduction to Computing II
(Data Structures) 4
INTST C101B Computer Ethics 3
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Computer Science Bachelor of Science Degree
THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________
CPSC 227 Discrete Structures 3
MATH 215 Calculus III 4
PHYS/CHEM/BIOL 4
HUM Humanities Core 3
CPSC 201 Advanced Data & File Structures 3
FOURTH SEMESTER _______________________________
MATH Math Elective(214/314/340) 3
CPSC 203 2nd Language 3
ENGL 204 Technical Writing For Computer Science 1
FA Fine Arts Core 3
HUM Humanities Core 3
CPEG 210 Digital System Design I 3
FIFTH SEMESTER _________________________________
CPSC 300 Economics & Management of
Computing Projects 3
MATH 323 Probability and Statistics 3
CPSC 301 Programming Languages 3
SOSC Social Science Core 3
CPSC 329 Fundamentals of Algorithms 3
CPEG 286 Microprocessor System Design 3
SIXTH SEMESTER_________________________________
CPEG 408 Operating Systems 3
Humanities Elective I 3
CPSC Elective I 3
SOSC Social Science Core 3
CPSC 311 Computer Architecture 3
Technical Elective I 3
SEVENTH SEMESTER ______________________________
CPSC 450 Database Design 3
CPEG 489 Software Engineering 3
CPEG 471 Data and Computer Communications 3
CPSC Elective II 3
Technical Elective II 3
CPSC 449A Senior Design Project 1
EIGHTH SEMESTER _______________________________
CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
Free Elective 3
CPSC Elective III 3
Humanities Elective II 3
CPSC 449B Senior Design Project 3
Total Semester Hours _________________130
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Criminal Justice and Human Security
Bachelor of Arts Degree
• To develop a cadre of security profes- 4. Students will demonstrate the language
Chair: William Lay
sional who demonstrate the language skills and intercultural understanding
Carlson Hall, 2nd Floor
skills and intercultural understanding required for effective law enforcement
Telephone: (203) 576-4966
required for effective law enforcement in today’s globalized society. Students
Fax: (203) 576-4967
in today’s globalized society. will be able to describe the role played
E-mail: wlay@bridgeport.edu
• To explore the role played in criminal by religious, ideological, and cultural
behavior by socioeconomic inequities views; ethnic and tribal identities; and
Curriculum and Program and societal injustice, resulting from economic status in rationalizing crimi-
nal behavior.
Requirements domestic and non-domestic events.
5. Students will demonstrate an under-
The International College’s B.A. in Criminal • To explore implications of non-state
actors for international crime and jus- standing of the role played in criminal
Justice and Human Security degree allows behavior by socioeconomic inequities
students interested in pursuing a career in tice, in such areas as norm creation,
deviance, terrorism, and crime preven- and societal injustice, resulting from
criminal justice to develop expertise in the domestic and non-domestic events.
international dimensions of public safety. tion.
Students in the degree may choose from • To identify the role played by religious, 6. Students will be able to comment on
one of three areas of concentration: ideological, and cultural views; ethnic the role played by non-state actors
and tribal identities; and inequality of in areas such as the identification of
• Human Security norms, the acceptability of violence
power and privilege in rationalizing
• Comparative Justice criminal behavior. and terrorism in promoting policy
• Criminology changes and in preventing crime.
• To develop an integrated Criminal
The degree requires two years of college- Justice and Human Security program * Note for all International College majors,
level study of a foreign language or dem- that draws upon existing programs in a portfolio is collected to track progress in
onstrated working competency in a for- sociology, political economy, martial programmatic outcomes.
eign language. In addition to Spanish and arts studies, mass communication, and The Criminal Justice and Human Security
French, students have the option of choos- world religions. program requires 39 semester credit hours
ing from Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Korean • To prepare students for admission to including 18 credit hours in the program
and Russian. graduate study in Criminal Justice and core, 15 credit hours in one of the concen-
Interested students also have the option of Homeland Security programs and for trations, and an additional 6 credit hours in
earning a Masters degree in Business Ad- careers in domestic and international a diversity requirement (one course from
ministration or in Global Development and security. each of the other two concentrations).
Peace by completing a fifth year of study The program will require students to show
• To prepare students with the analytical
beyond the normal years. modern language competency in Arabic,
and research skills necessary for a ca-
Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Russian, French
UB Criminal Justice track students are also reer or further education in the fields of
or Spanish through the intermediate level
encouraged to take courses in Martial Arts. Criminal Justice and Human Security.
(four semesters). Students are required to
Internships with law enforcement agencies complete 120 credit hours to graduate.
are also available. Learning Outcomes
The B.A. in Criminal Justice & Human Secu- Summary of Requirements
rity have the following learning outcomes:
Program Objectives Program Core Courses (required)
1. Students will demonstrate the progres-
The B.A. in Criminal Justice & Human Secu- REQUIREMENTS ________________________
sive acquisition of the oral, written crit-
rity has the following objectives:
ical thinking skills needed to succeed CJHS/SOC 118 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3
• To introduce the essential elements of in graduate level study as well as the CJHS 218 Human Security* 3
criminal justice and provide the aca- required skills for careers in domestic SOC 315 Criminology 3
demic preparation needed for careers and international security. SOSC 300 Research Methods 3
related to criminal justice, crime pre- CJHS 395 Senior Thesis* 3
2. Students will be able to identify the es-
vention, and law enforcement in an CJHS 398 Internship* 3
sential elements of criminal justice.
increasingly global society.
3. Students will be able to articulate the 18
• To introduce the concept of Human
importance of Human Security and ex-
Security, its emergence and implica-
plore its impact on domestic and inter-
tion, and to explore its impact on do-
national security.
mestic and international security.
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Criminal Justice and Human Security
Bachelor of Arts Degree
Human Security Concentration
REQUIREMENTS ________________________
PSCI 207 World Politics 3
CJHS/PSCI 215 International Human Rights 3
PSCI 371 Terrorism 3
SOC 355 Globalization 3
WREL 375 Religion and Genocide 3
CJHS 350 Legal Advocacy 3
15
Comparative Justice Concentration
REQUIREMENTS ________________________
PSCI 101 American Government 3
PSCI 233 Intro to US Legal System 3
CJHS 343 Constitutional Law 3
CJHS 372 Transnational Crime 3
12
Criminology Concentration
REQUIREMENTS ________________________
SOC 270 Sociology of Deviance 3
SOC 310 Race, Class and Gender 3
SOC 311 Juvenile Delinquency 3
SOC 355 Globalization 3
CJHS 271 Law Enforcement and Society 3
CJHS 312 Victimology 3
15
Internships can be arranged through the
Chair of Criminal Justice and Human Secu-
rity or through the Office of the Dean of the
International College.
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Dental Hygiene Associate in Science Degree
Director: Marcia Lorentzen must earn a grade of “C” in all major courses. GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______
E.N.D. Hall, Room 201B A student that earns a grade of C- or below BIOL 106 Elementary Microbiology 3
Telephone: (203) 576-4138 in a course in the major field, must obtain CHEM 114 Introduction to Biochemistry 4
Fax: (203) 576-4220 a written statement from the School Director BIOL 113-114 Anatomy and Physiology I/II 8
E-mail: marcial@bridgeport.edu specifying the procedure necessary to rem- ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
edy the deficiency and remain in the major. FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
Curriculum and Program Enrollment in the second year is contingent
SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
on completing all first year requirements
Requirements and achieving a cumulative QPR of 2.0
SOC 101 Principles of Sociology 3
As licensed professional oral health clini- 30
Qualifications and procedures required of
cians and educators, dental hygienists prac-
applicants to the Fones School are the same Total Semester Hours __________________71
tice as members of the dental team, using
as those described in the chapter on Admis-
knowledge of biomedical, dental, clinical,
and social sciences to assist individuals and
sions. Dental Hygiene clinical courses begin Suggested Program
in the fall term and the Associate’s degree
groups in achieving and maintaining opti- FIRST SEMESTER _________________________________
curriculum is open only to full-time Dental
mum oral health. The hygienist provides DHYG 123 Oral Anatomy 4
Hygiene students. Clinical students are re-
preventive services, preliminary examina- DHYG 129 Clinical Practice 3
quired to submit a physical, dental, visual
tions, radiographs, sealants, non-surgical BIOL 113 Anat. & Phys. I 4
acuity report and current cardiopulmonary
periodontal therapy, fluoride treatments, CHEM 114 Bio Chem 4
resuscitation/recognition certification on an
Local anesthesia and patient education. As FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
annual basis. Student must also submit evi-
a specialist, the dental hygienist is an inte-
dence of Hepatitis B vaccine series serocon- SECOND SEMESTER _______________________________
gral co-therapist in helping consumers pre-
version and PPD tuberculin test. DHYG 124 Radiology 3
vent oral disease, arrest existing periodontal
(gum) disease, and maintain oral health. DHYG 127 Pharmacology for the Dental Hygienist 2
DHYG 130 Clinical Practice II 4
The two-year curriculum of the Fones Learning Outcomes DHYG 140 Introduction to Periodontology 1
School combines courses from the College Students will develop 1) responsibility of BIOL 106 Microbiology 3
of Undergraduate and Graduate Studies and health promotion and disease prevention BIOL 114 Anat. & Phys. II 4
the Fones School of Dental Hygiene to pro- with in the profession and the community;
vide a broad educational preparation. In ad- 2) the skills and knowledge necessary to SUMMER _______________________________________
dition to basic and dental science theory, provide comprehensive care to patients/ ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
the program provides education in preven- clients; and 3) a commitment to lifelong
THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________
tion service and dental health education. learning and professional growth and de-
velopment. DHYG 227 Clinical Practice III 5
Dental Hygiene clinic uniforms, instru- DHYG 233 Oral & General Histo-Pathology 3
ments and supplies are issued through the DHYG 241 Periodontology 2
Fones School. These items are distributed Summary of Requirements DHYG 250 Dental Materials 3
throughout the clinical phase of the curricu- SOC 101 Sociology 3
lum, the costs of which are included within PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________
FOURTH SEMESTER _______________________________
the Dental Hygiene special fees. DHYG 123 Oral Anatomy and Embryology 4
DHYG 124 Dental Radiology 3 DNUT 204 Principles of Nutrition 2
During the second year, the students re- DHYG 228 Clinical Practice IV 5
DHYG 127 Pharmacology for the Dental
ceive clinical education, not only at the DHYG 232 Public Dental Health 4
Hygienist 2
Fones Dental Health Center on campus, MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
DHYG 129 Clinical Practice I 3
but also through assignments at clinical and DHYG 130 Clinical Practice II 4 SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
educational facilities of school dental health DHYG 140 Introduction to Periodontology 1 Total Semester Hours __________________71
programs, hospitals and community agen- DHYG 227 Clinical Practice III 5
cies. These assignments are directly super- DHYG 228 Clinical Practice IV 5
vised by Fones faculty. Students are respon- DHYG 232 Dental Public Health 4 emPLOYment OPPOrtunities
sible for providing their own transportation DHYG 233 Oral and General Histo-Pathology 3
to community agencies. Upon completion of the dental hygiene
DHYG 241 Periodontology 2
curriculum, graduates are qualified to take
All courses listed in the dental hygiene cur- DHYG 250 Dental Materials 3
DNUT 204 Principles of Nutrition 2 the Dental Hygiene National Board Exami-
riculum program for the Associate and/ nation and licensure exams in every state,
or Bachelor of Science degree are required 41 the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Can-
for graduation. The Dental Hygiene student ada and abroad. Graduates are eligible for
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Dental Hygiene Associate in Science Degree
positions in private dental offices, public
health programs, school health programs,
dental hygiene education and research. In
addition, the dental hygiene program pro-
vides instruction in advanced procedures to
broaden capabilities for clinical practice.
fOnes DentaL HeaLtH cLinic
services
Preventive and therapeutic oral health ser-
vices are provided by students in the dental
health clinic. Services for the public include
oral prophylaxis, x-rays, non-surgical treat-
ment of periodontal (gum) disease, fluoride
treatments, sealants and patient education
in the care of the mouth. Individuals de-
siring information should inquire about the
availability of services with the dental hy-
giene clinic receptionist at (203) 576-4137.
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Dental Hygiene Bachelor of Science Degree
Director: Meg Zayan Learning Outcomes Suggested Program
E.N.D. Hall, Room 201B
Students will develop 1) Responsibility of FIRST SEMESTER _________________________________
Telephone: (203) 576-4138
health promotion and disease prevention DHYG 123 Oral Anatomy & Embryology 4
Fax: (203) 576-4220
within the profession and the community. DHYG 129 Clinical Practice I 3
E-mail: mzayan@bridgeport.edu
2) The skills and knowledge necessary to BIOL 113 Anatomy & Physiology I 4
provide comprehensive care to patients/cli- CHEM 114 Introduction to Biochemistry 4
Curriculum and Program ents. 3) A commitment to lifelong learning FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
Requirements and professional growth and development.
SECOND SEMESTER _______________________________
Students in the Bachelor of Science De-
gree (B.S.) may integrate bachelor’s courses Summary of Requirements DHYG
DHYG
130
124
Clinical Practice II
Dental Radiology
4
3
with the clinical aspect of the Dental Hy-
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________ DHYG 127 Pharmacology for the Dental Hygienist 2
giene curriculum or pursue a baccalaure- DHYG 140 Introduction to Periodontology 1
ate degree (B.S.) after completing clinical DHYG 123 Oral Anatomy & Embryology 4
DHYG 124 Dental Radiology 3 BIOL 114 Anatomy & Physiology II 4
preparation at the Associate of Science/ BIOL 106 Microbiology 3
Certificate Level. This baccalaureate degree DHYG 127 Pharmacology for the Dental Hygienist 2
DHYG 129 Clinical Practice I 3
completion approach is available to Fones’ SUMMER _______________________________________
DHYG 130 Clinical Practice II 4
students as well as graduates of other Den- ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
DHYG 140 Introduction to Periodontology 1
tal Hygiene programs accredited by the
DHYG 227 Clinical Practice III 5 THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________
American Dental Association Commission DHYG 228 Clinical Practice IV 5
on Dental Accreditation. DHYG 227 Clinical Practice III 5
DHYG 232 Dental Public Health 4
DHYG 233 Oral & General Histo-Pathology 3
Education at the baccalaureate level en- DHYG 233 Oral & General Histo-Pathology 3
DHYG 241 Periodontology 2
hances the dental hygienist’ opportunities, DHYG 241 Periodontology 2
DHYG 250 Dental Materials 3
abilities, background and values. The pro- DHYG 250 Dental Materials 3
SOC 101 Sociology 3
fessional dental hygiene curriculum is com- DHYG 301 Dental Hygiene Practice
bined with a liberal arts education, and is Management 3 FOURTH SEMESTER _______________________________
designed to foster student growth, promote DHYG 302 Instructional Strategies for the NUT 204 Principles of Nutrition 2
development of critical and ethical judg- Health Professional 3 DHYG 228 Clinical Practice IV 5
ment, and encourage life-long learning. DHYG 303 Advanced Clinical Concepts 3 DHYG 232 Dental Public Health 4
Upon satisfactory completion of semester DHYG 304 Dental Hygiene Internship 3-6 MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
DHYG 305 Dental Hygiene Research 3 SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
hours in the areas of study specified, the
DHYG 306 Contemporary Dental
student will be recommended for the de-
Hygiene Practice 4 FIFTH SEMESTER _________________________________
gree of Bachelor of Science in Dental Hy-
NUTR 204 Principles of Nutrition 2 HUM Humanities Core 3
giene.
DHYG 301 Dental Hygiene Practice Management 3
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DHYG 302 Instructional Strategies for the
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______
General Education Track Health Professional 3
CHEM 114 Introduction to Biochemistry 4 MKTG 305 Principles of Marketing 3
This program option has been developed FA Fine Arts Core 3
BIOL 106 Elementary Microbiology 3
for those students who have semester hours
BIOL 113-114 Anatomy & Physiology I/II 8
beyond the Associate’s degree and are in- CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3 SIXTH SEMESTER_________________________________
terested in a broad general education. Stu- SOSC Social Sciences Core 6 HUM Humanities Core 3
dents have the opportunity to shape their ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3 SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
own curriculum to meet personal career FA Fine Arts Core 3 DHYG 303 Advanced Clinical Concepts 3
goals. The outcome of this planning pro- HUM Humanities Core 6
SEVENTH SEMESTER ______________________________
cess is an individualized program that en- MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
ables the dental hygienist to gain desired SOC 101 Principles of Sociology 3 DHYG 305 Dental Hygiene Research 3
knowledge and skills and directly transfer FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3 DHYG 304 Dental Hygiene Internship 3-6
this expertise to a professional work setting. MKTG 305 Principle of Marketing 3 Electives 6
Students may identify a minor in such areas EIGHTH SEMESTER _______________________________
as human services, marketing and biology 48
DHYG 306 Contemporary Dental Hygiene Practice 4
to name a few. ELECTIVES ____________________________________ 12 Electives 6
CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
Total Semester Hours ________________120
Total Semester Hours _________________120
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Dental Hygiene Bachelor of Science Degree Online Program
Online Coordinator: Marcia Lorentzen Students may take 2 online courses per OnLine OrientatiOn
E.N.D. Hall, Room 201A 8-week session, which is equivalent to 12 All students participate in an online orienta-
Telephone: (203) 576-4138 credits per semester. As a new online stu- tion prior to beginning the program. During
Fax: (203) 576-4220 dent, a one-week New Student Orientation the orientation, students are given instruc-
E-mail: marcia@bridgeport.edu course is offered prior to the start of each tions on how to navigate the Blackboard
8-week session at no charge. Financial aid course management system, strategies for
is available for qualified students taking at
Curriculum and Program least 6 credits per semester.
being a successful online student, and ac-
cess to other University resources, including
Requirements Please visit www.bridgeport.edu/dental- the Wahlstrom Library’s electronic databas-
The online B.S. in Dental Hygiene from hygiene for additional information and an es. Successful completion of the orientation
The Fones School of Dental Hygiene at the Application Form to download. You will be is required of all new students in the online
University of Bridgeport offers an oppor- directed to request Official Transcripts from program.
tunity for dental hygienists to further their all schools attended – these are required
education beyond the A.S. degree. Dental in order to consider your acceptance into
hygienists traditionally begin their profes- the program, as well as to evaluate courses
sional work following completion of the taken previously and apply transfer credits
A.S. degree. The University of Bridgeport’s to the course of study for the Bachelor’s De-
B.S. in Dental Hygiene online degree pro- gree in Dental Hygiene.
gram makes it possible for dental hygienists
to work toward a degree at any time, from instructiOnaL fOrmat
anywhere in the world. The program is per- The online B.S. in Dental Hygiene is offered
fectly suited to adult learners who have the in a format that makes classes available 24
discipline for part-time, self-directed study hours and day, 7 days a week. Courses are
under the guidance of qualified faculty in designed for working professionals and
their field. The BSDH Online Program is can be completed entirely online, from
identical to the on-campus degree comple- home or at work. Our online instructors
tion program and is designed to be com- are practicing professionals or UB faculty
pleted entirely online. members – experienced educators who are
Students who hold an A.S. or certificate in your partners in a dynamic and interactive
Dental Hygiene from an institution accred- educational environment. The online inter-
ited by the American Dental Association action is designed to encourage thoughtful
Commission on Dental Accreditation are eli- and well-prepared discussions based on
gible for admission. A maximum of 72 cred- both students’ command of the coursework
its from accredited two-year colleges and 90 and their personal experiences.
credits from accredited four-year institutions To participate in UB’s distance education
may be transferred. The program consists of program, you must own or have regular ac-
120 credit hours which include applicable cess to a computer with an Internet connec-
transfer credits (60-90 credit hours), general tion and an e-mail account. You should be
education courses (40 credit hours), dental comfortable with using e-mail, sending and
hygiene courses (16-19 credit hours), and receiving attachments, and Web browsing.
elective courses (12 credit hours). The last
30 credit hours must be completed through minimum cOurse reQuirements
the University of Bridgeport. The general • A PC or Macintosh system
education courses include University Core
Requirements in English, Math, Fine Arts, • Windows 95/98 or higher, Mac OS 9 or
Integrated Studies, Humanities, Natural Sci- higher
ence, Social Science, and Capstone Seminar. • Word processor, printer, CD-ROM
• Reliable Internet access
• E-mail
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Fashion Merchandising Associate in Arts Degree
Chair: Patricia Rigia cOOPerative eDucatiOn GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______
Mandeville Hall, Room 23 PrOgram ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
Telephone: (203) 576-4098 HUM Humanities Core 3
Fashion Merchandising also offers a pro-
Fax: (203) 576-4099 SOSC Social Science Core 3
gram combined with a full-time cooperative
E-mail: rigia@bridgeport.edu CAIS 191 Computer Concepts 3
education program open to those interested
in pursuing careers within the diversified MCOM 110 Public Speaking 3
or 111 Intro to Communication
Curriculum and Program retailing and fashion fields. Co-op students
General Education Electives 3
graduate in approximately two and one-half
Requirements years with one year of professional experi-
MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
Fashion Merchandising offers a two-year ence. For further information refer to the
Associate’s degree program in Fashion Fashion Merchandising and Retailing Coop- 24
Merchandising and Retailing for individu- erative Education brochure.
Total Semester Hours _________________61
als interested in pursuing careers within the
diversified fashion field. The programs of
study are arranged so that the student, after Learning Outcomes Suggested Program
earning an Associate in Arts degree, may
Learning Objectives FIRST SEMESTER _________________________________
go on to complete the Bachelor of Science ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
degree requirements with full credit for all Students 1) acquire the basic technical skills
ADSN 103 Visual Organization I 3
earned semester hours. Refer to the Fashion necessary for work in the fashion merchan-
FM 101 Fashion Fundamentals 3
Merchandising and Retailing four-year pro- dising field; 2) understand basic principles
Elective 3
gram in this Catalog. of fashion merchandising; 3) learn how to
FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
effectively communicate with others in their
In addition to formal class work, the student organization; and 4) understand the trends SECOND SEMESTER _______________________________
is required to participate in a supervised in- in the current fashion merchandising busi- MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
dustry internship program with approved ness. FM 108 Product Knowledge –
retail organizations that include many pres- Fashion Accessories 3
tigious New York City stores. Other impor- assessment RETL 102 Merchandising Mathematics 3
tant aspects of the program are: fashion Students will be evaluated with a standard- CAIS 191 Computer Concepts 3
show productions; resident buying office ized exam at the end of their two-year pro- RETL 205 Textiles I 3
workshops; field trips to the New York mar- gram and with projects in their courses..
ket, trade shows, museums, manufacturers, THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________
RETL 206 Textiles II 3
and textile plants at a nominal cost to stu-
dent. On-campus seminars are led by out-
Summary of Requirements RETL 207 Strategies of Selling 3
standing industry personnel. PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________ RETL 213 Retail Human Resource Management 3
RETL 280 Industry Internship 3
All students must fulfill a supervised indus- FM 101 Fashion Fundamentals 3
RETL 180 Seminar in Professional Development 3
try internship between Thanksgiving and FM 108 Product Knowledge –
Christmas of their sophomore fall semester. Fashion Accessories 3 FOURTH SEMESTER _______________________________
FM 270 Fashion Show 1 FM 270 Fashion Show 1
The retail organization within which they
RETL 102 Merchandising Math 3 RETL 201 Retail Advertising and
will work is selected by the faculty of the
RETL 180 Seminar in Professional Development 3 Fashion Promotion 3
Fashion Merchandising and Retailing Pro- RETL 201 Retail Adver. & Fashion Promotion 3
gram. A student must have earned a 2.5 General Education Elective 3
RETL 203 Fashion & Retail Buying I 3 MCOM 111 Intro to Mass Communication 3
QPR to obtain junior status in the Program. RETL 205 Textiles I 3 HUM Humanities Core 3
The degree will not be granted to students RETL 206 Textiles II 3 SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
who receive less than “C” in Retailing 280. RETL 207 Strategy of Selling 3
The degree will not be granted to students RETL 213 Retail Hum. Resource Management 3 Total Semester Hours __________________61
receiving more than one “D” in any Fashion RETL 280 Industry Internship 3
Merchandising and Retailing course. ADSN 103 Visual Organization 3
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Fashion Merchandising Bachelor of Science Degree
Chair: Patricia Rigia Study Abroad Semester Learning Outcomes
Mandeville Hall, Room 23
Telephone: (203) 576-4098 The Fashion Merchandising and Retailing
Learning Objectives:
Fax: (203) 576-4099 Department is affiliated with several Study
Abroad Programs. Students may attend the Students 1) acquire the technical skills nec-
E-mail: rigia@bridgeport.edu
London College of Fashion, the Univer- essary for work in the fashion merchandis-
sity of Florence, Italy or programs offered ing field; 2) acquire knowledge of fashion
Curriculum and Program through Global Learning Semesters. This merchandising principles; 3) learn how to
effectively communicate with others within
Requirements off-campus semester enables B.S. degree
and outside of their organization; and 4)
students to participate in a couture study
The Bachelor of Science degree is required week in Paris plus retail experiences in develop real world knowledge and under-
by an increasing number of organizations other countries. Students who wish to par- standing of the current fashion world.
for eligibility to participate in their execu- ticipate in this affiliated Study Abroad Pro-
tive training programs. This curriculum is assessment:
gram are advised to make application in
designed so that the student may declare a their sophomore year for the Fall or Spring Student will be evaluated with a standard-
minor (usually 18 semester hours) in sug- semester of their junior or senior year. Elec- ized exam related to fashion merchandising
gested related studies such as textile design, tives for the B.S. degree are satisfied by all at the end of their undergraduate studies.
advertising, art, international business, mar- study abroad program semester hours with Students will also be evaluated with proj-
keting, business administration, manage- approval of the Department. Students with ects in their final courses.
ment, or fashion design. prior co-op experience who participate in
All students must fulfill a supervised indus- the Spring semester abroad may opt for a Summary of Requirements
try internship between Thanksgiving and Summer co-op experience in Europe.
CREDITS ______________________________
Christmas of their sophomore fall semester.
The retail organization in which they will Minor Option General Education Requirements 45
intern is selected by the faculty of the Fash- Fashion Merchandising Program Requirements 58
Students enrolled in other majors at the Uni- Fashion Merchandising Cognate Courses 18
ion Merchandising and Retailing Program. versity of Bridgeport may declare a minor
A student must have earned a 2.5 QPR to status if they complete a minimum of 18 121
obtain junior status in the Program. semester hours in the following areas: 3 to GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______
In addition to formal class work, the student 9 semester hours may be elected from the
ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
is required to participate in a supervised in- following: Fashion Merchandising or Retail-
MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
dustry internship program with approved ing 101, 108, 201, 305; 6 to 9 semester hours
HUM Humanities Core 6
retail organizations that include many pres- from the following: Retailing 102, 207, 213; SOSC Social Science Core 6
tigious New York City stores. Other impor- 3 semester hours from the following: Retail- SCI Natural Sciences Core 6
tant aspects of the program are: fashion ing 300, 308, or 313. FA Fine Arts Core 3
show productions; resident buying office Core Elective 3
workshops; field trips to the New York Transfer Students FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
market, trade shows, museums, and manu- The Fashion Merchandising and Retailing CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
facturers, at a nominal cost to student. On- B.S. degree program easily accommodates MCOM 205 Interpersonal Communication 3
campus seminars are led by accomplished transfer students. No courses below a “C” or MCOM 110 Public Speaking
individuals drawn from the industry. grade are transferable. Transfer Articulation Liberal Arts Elective 3
Liberal Arts Elective 3
The degree will not be granted to students Agreements are in effect with Dean College
who receive less than “C” in Retailing 280. (MA), Bay Path College (MA), Nassau Com- CAIS 191 Computer Concepts 3
The degree will not be granted to students munity College (NY), Dutchess (NY) and
45
receiving more than one “D” in any Fashion Westchester Community College, Middlesex
Merchandising or Retailing course. Community College (CT), Fisher College PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________
(MA), Holyoke Community College (MA), FM 101 Fashion Fundamentals 3
Cooperative Education Program Orange County Community College (NY) FM 108 Product Knowledge-Fashion Accessories 3
and County College of Morris (NJ). FM 270 Fashion Show 1
Fashion Merchandising also offers a program FM 303 History of Costume 3
combined with a full-time cooperative educa- FM 305 Furniture and Home Furnishings 3
tion program for those interested in pursuing RETL 102 Merchandising Mathematics 3
a career within the diversified retailing and RETL 180 Seminar in Professional Development 3
fashion fields. For further information refer RETL 201 Retail Advert. & Fashion Promotion 3
to the Fashion Merchandising and Retailing RETL 203 Fashion & Retail Buying I 3
Cooperative Education brochure.
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Fashion Merchandising Bachelor of Science Degree
RETL 205 Textiles I & II 3 FIFTH SEMESTER _________________________________
RETL 206 Textiles II 3 FA Fine Arts Core 3
RETL 207 Strategies of Selling 3 SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
RETL 213 Retail Human Resource Management 3 RETL 300 Mass Merchandising/Marketing 3
RETL 280 Industry Internship 3 MKTG 305 Principles of Marketing 3
RETL 300 Mass Merchandising/Marketing 3 HUM Humanities Core 3
RETL 304 Fashion & Retail Buying II 3
RETL 307 Surface Design 3 SIXTH SEMESTER_________________________________
RETL 308 Advanced Textiles/Product Development 3 SCI Natural Sciences Core 3
RETL 313 Retail Management II 3 General Education Elective 3
RETL 313 Retail Management II 3
RETL 330 Intern. Fashions and Furnishings 3
SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
58 FM 305 Home Furnishings 3
REQUIRED COGNATE COURSES_____________ SEVENTH SEMESTER ______________________________
ACCT 101 Accounting I 3 SCI Natural Sciences Core 3
ADSN 103 Visual Organization I 3 ACCT 101 Financial Accounting 3
MKTG 305 Principles of Marketing 3 RETLl 330 International Fashion/Marketing 3
Free or Minor Electives 3 Elective (Core) 3
Free or Minor Electives 3 RETL 304 Fashion & Retail Buying II 3
Free or Minor Electives 3
EIGHTH SEMESTER _______________________________
18 CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
Total Semester Hours _________________121 RETL 308 Advanced Textiles 3
FM 303 History of Costume 3
Electives 6
Suggested Program
FIRST SEMESTER _________________________________
ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
Program Options
FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3 SPECIALTY IN TEXTILES__________________
ADSN 103 Visual Organization I 3
ADSN 103 Visual Organization 3
FM 101 Fashion Fundamentals 3
RETL 205 Textiles I 3
Elective 3
RETL 206 Textiles II 3
RETL 307 Surface Design I 3
SECOND SEMESTER _______________________________
RETL 308 Advanced Textiles/Product Dev. 3
FM 108 Product Knowledge-Fashion Accessories 3
RETL 102 Merchandising Mathematics 3 15
RETL 205 Textiles I 3
SPECIALTY IN DESIGN ___________________
CAIS 191 Computer Concepts 3
MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3 ADSN 105 Drawing 3
FM 303 History of Costume 3
THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________ RETL 205 Textiles I 3
RETL 180 Seminar in Professional Development 3 RETL 206 Textiles II 3
RETL 206 Textiles II 3 RETL 307 Surface Design I 3
RETL 207 Strategies of Selling 3
15
RETL 213 Retail Human Resource Management 3
RETL 280 Industry Internship 3 SPECIALTY IN MARKETING _______________
MKTG 305 Principles of Marketing 3
FOURTH SEMESTER _______________________________
LAW 251 Business Law I 3
FM 270 Fashion Show 1 300-level Marketing courses 3
RETL 201 Retail Advertising and Fashion 300-level Marketing courses 3
Promotion 3 300-level Marketing courses 3
RETL 203 Fashion & Retail Buying I 3 300-level Marketing courses 3
HUM Humanities Core 3
MCOM 111 Intro Communication 3 18
or MCOM110 Public Speaking
ECON 201 Economics Core 3
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Finance Bachelor of Science Degree
Program Director: William Greenspan Summary of Requirements Suggested Program
Mandeville Hall, Room 309
Telephone: (203) 576-4378 CREDITS ______________________________ FIRST SEMESTER ________________________________
Fax: (203) 576-4388 General Education Requirements 42 ACCT 101 Principles of Accounting I 3
E-mail: profweg@bridgeport.edu Finance Program Requirements 51 ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
Finance Concentration Electives 12 MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
Faculty Contact: Professor Gew-rae Kim Free Electives 15 FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
Mandevill Hall, Room 6 CAIS 191 Computer Concepts 3
(203) 576-4372 120
SECOND SEMESTER _____________________________
E-mail: gewraek@bridgeport.edu GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______
ACCT 101 Principles of Accounting II 3
ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3 ENGL 202 Advanced Composition (for Business) 3
Curriculum and Program FYS 101
MATH C105
First Year Seminar
Intermediate Algebra
3
3
CAIS 101 Statistics 3
SCI Natural Science Core 3
Requirements SCI Natural Sciences Core 6 Free Elective 3
The Bachelor of Science in Finance provides HUM Humanities Core 6
an integrated view of the theoretical and ECON 201 Principles of Economics - Macro 3 THIRD SEMESTER _______________________________
practical aspects of finance for those who are ECON 202 Principles of Economics - Micro 3 ECON 201 Principles of Economics - Macro 3
preparing for careers in financial manage- ENGL 202 Advanced Composition 3 CAIS 102 Applied Statistics 3
ment, financial institutions, financial markets, FA Fine Arts Core 3 SOSC Social Science Core 3
law, government service, and related fields. CAPS 390 Capstone Seminar 3 FA Fine Arts Core 3
SOSC Social Sciences Core 6 ACCT 103 Managerial/Cost Accounting 3
Essential skills in problem-solving are devel- Free Elective 3
42
oped with emphasis on wealth maximization.
Financial problems are viewed from both their PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________ FOURTH SEMESTER ______________________________
micro-financial and macro-financial aspects. ACCT 101 Principles of Accounting I 3 ECON 202 Principles of Economics - Micro 3
ACCT 102 Principles of Accounting II 3 CAIS 201 Introduction to CAIS 3
The Finance major includes the subject LAW 251 Business Law I 3
ACCT 103 Managerial/Cost Accounting 3
areas of corporate financial management, SCI Natural Science Core 3
CAIS 191 Computer Concepts 3
banking, and investments. The program SOSC Social Science Core 3
LAW 251 Business Law I 3
provides an integrated view of the theo- CAIS 101 Statistics 3
retical and practical aspects of Finance for FIFTH SEMESTER _________________________________
CAIS 102 Applied Statistics 3
those who are preparing for careers in fi- FIN 309 Managerial Finance 3
FIN 309 Managerial Finance 3
nancial management, financial institutions, MKTG 305 Principles of Marketing 3
MGT 301 Operations Management 3
financial markets, law, government service, MGMT 301 Operations Management 3
CAIS 201 Introduction to CAIS 3
and related fields. HUM Humanities Core 3
MKTG 305 Principles of Marketing 3
Free Elective 3
FIN 321 Investment Principles 3
Learning Outcomes FIN 380 Multinational Finance 3 SIXTH SEMESTER_________________________________
MGMT 302 Multiculture Management 3 FIN 380 Multinational Finance 3
Learning Objectives MKTG 342 Multinational Marketing 3 MKTG 342 Multinational Marketing 3
Students 1) learn financial concepts that pro- MGMT 350 Business Policy and Strategy 3 MGMT 302 Multiculture Management 3
vide the basis for careers in finance; 2) de- BUAD 382 Senior Project/Internship 3 HUM Humanities Core 3
velop the technical and analytical skills nec- 51 Free Elective 3
essary for financial analysis; 3) learn how to
FINANCE ELECTIVES ____________________ SEVENTH SEMESTER _____________________________
effectively communicate financial informa-
tion; and 4) understand the role of finance in ECON 311 Managerial Economics 3 FIN 321 Investment Principles 3
ECON 375 International Business Economics 3 BUAD 382 Senior Project/Internship 3
an organizations’ pursuit of its goals.
ECON 376 Business Forecasting 3 Major Electives 6
FIN 345 Management of Financial Institutions 3 Free Elective 3
assessment
FIN 365 Advanced Financial Management 3
Financial concepts and technical and analytical EIGHTH SEMESTER _______________________________
FIN 366 Cases in Finance 3
skills are evaluated with exams, assignments, MGNT 350 Business Policy and Strategy 3
papers, cases, and projects. Students will be 12 CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
evaluated with a standardized finance test. Stu- FREE ELECTIVES _____________________15 Major Electives 6
dents’ financial knowledge and skills also will Free Elective 3
Total Semester Hours _________________120
be tested when they begin and finish the Fi- Total Semester Hours _________________120
nance program with a program specific exam.
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General Studies Associate in Arts Degree
Advisor: Edward Geist Summary of Requirements Suggested Program
Charles Dana Hall
Telephone: (203) 576-4956 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________ FIRST SEMESTER ________________________________
Fax: (203) 576-4051 Electives 39 ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
E-mail: edwgeist@bridgeport.edu MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______ FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3 Electives 6
Curriculum and Program MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3 SECOND SEMESTER ______________________________
Requirements FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
Core Elective 3
Liberal Arts Electives 6
The student enrolled in the Associate in Liberal Arts Elective 3
Core Electives 6
Arts in General Studies program may plan Electives 9
a completely individual program leading 21
THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________
to the Associate in Arts degree. There are
Total Semester Hours __________________60 Core Elective 3
no specific requirements for the Associate
in Arts degree in General Studies except a Electives 12
total of 60 semester hours, a 2.0 minimum FOURTH SEMESTER _______________________________
QPR, and the following course and elective
Liberal Arts Elective 3
requirements: English C101, Math C105, Electives 12
First Year Seminar, 2 additional University
core courses, and 2 electives from the Hu- Total Semester Hours _________________60
manities, Sciences, or Social Sciences.
Learning Outcomes
By completing the program in General
Studies, students will: 1) be able to com-
municate effectively in writing so that one
may advance professionally and apply to
graduate programs; 2) be able to compre-
hend, analyze, and interpret texts in a va-
riety of disciplines; 3) be able to present
orally one’s own thoughts and plans; 4)
be able to recognize a problem and devise
a plan of action to solve it; 5) be able to
show mastery of several disciplines within
an academic area of concentration; and 6)
demonstrate an ethical mind-set and exer-
cise professional responsibility in a global
context.
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General Studies Associate in Science Degree
Advisor: Edward Geist Summary of Requirements Suggested Program
Charles Dana Hall
Telephone: (203) 576-4956 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________ FIRST SEMESTER ________________________________
Fax: (203) 576-4051 Math and Science Electives 24 ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
E-mail: edwgeist@bridgeport.edu Elective Semester Hours 15 MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
Math/Science Elective 3
Curriculum and Program 39 FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
Elective 3
Requirements GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______
ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3 SECOND SEMESTER ______________________________
The student enrolled in the Associate in Sci-
ence in General Studies program may plan MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3 Core Elective 3
FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3 Math/Science Elective 3
a completely individual program leading
Core Electives 6 Math/Science Elective 3
to the Associate in Science degree. There
Liberal Arts Electives 6 Math/Science Elective 3
are no specific requirements for the Associ-
Elective 3
ate in Sciences degree in General Studies 21
except a total of 60 semester hours, a 2.0 THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________
Total Semester Hours __________________60
minimum Q.P.R, and the following specific Core Elective 3
course and elective requirements: English Math/Science Elective 3
C101, Math C105, First Year Seminar, 2 ad- Math/Science Elective 3
ditional University Core courses, and 2 elec- Liberal Arts Elective 3
tives from the Humanities, Sciences, or So- Elective 3
cial Sciences. In addition, a minimum of 24
FOURTH SEMESTER _______________________________
semester hours in Mathematics and Science
is required. Math/Science Elective 3
Math/Science Elective 3
Learning Outcomes Liberal Arts Elective 3
Electives 6
By completing the program in General
Total Semester Hours _________________60
Studies, students will: 1) be able to com-
municate effectively in writing so that one
may advance professionally and apply to
graduate programs; 2) be able to compre-
hend, analyze, and interpret texts in a va-
riety of disciplines; 3) be able to present
orally one’s own thoughts and plans; 4)
be able to recognize a problem and devise
a plan of action to solve it; 5) be able to
show mastery of several disciplines within
an academic area of concentration; and 6)
demonstrate an ethical mind-set and exer-
cise professional responsibility in a global
context.
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General Studies Bachelor of Science Degree
Advisor: Edward Geist six courses (two courses per semester) NATURAL SCIENCES/MATHEMATICS
Charles Dana Hall during a student’s academic career, for Biology
Telephone: (203) 576-4956 free electives only. Chemistry
Fax: (203) 576-4051 Geology
5. General Studies majors may include Mathematics (exception: Math 200)
E-mail: edwgeist@bridgeport.edu
one or more minors in their programs. Physics (including Astronomy)
Courses used to fulfill requirements for a Science
SCIENCE, ENGINEERING, OR COMPUTER RELATED
Curriculum and Program minor may not be counted in an area of
FIELD
concentration.
Requirements All Computer Engineering
The Bachelor of Science degree in General All Computer Sciences
Studies is for the student who wishes great Learning Outcomes All Chemistry
All Electrical Engineering
flexibility in pursuing college work as well By completing the program in General All Management Engineering
as for the student with well defined goals. Studies, students will: 1) be able to com- All Mathematics (except Math 200)
The candidate for the B.S. Program will municate effectively in writing so that one All Mechanical Engineering
“custom-make” his or her course of study, may advance professionally and apply to All Physics
which may include interdisciplinary work graduate programs; 2) be able to compre- SOCIAL SCIENCES
that does not fit well into conventional de- hend, analyze, and interpret texts in a va- All Economics
gree programs. Planning and revision of the riety of disciplines; 3) be able to present All History
programs will be done with a faculty advisor. orally one’s own thoughts and plans; 4) All Political Science
All Psychology
Many graduates holding this degree have be able to recognize a problem and devise All Religion
been accepted for advanced work by other a plan of action to solve it; 5) be able to All Sociology
institutions. However, since graduate school show mastery of several disciplines within
admissions policies vary greatly depending an academic area of concentration; and 6)
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______
upon the program and institution, students demonstrate an ethical mind-set and exer-
contemplating graduate study should inform cise professional responsibility in a global ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
themselves of such requirements. context. MATH 105 or Demonstrated Math Competency 3
FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
FA Fine Arts Core 3
Degree Requirements Summary of Requirements HUM Humanities Core 6
SCI Natural Sciences Core 6
1. A minimum of 120 hours with minimum PROGRAM REQUIREMENT ________________ SOSC Social Sciences Core 6
cumulative quality point ratio of 2.00.
Approved Area of Concentration for the B.S. within Divi- CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
2. The student must have an area of con- sions. A minimum of 30 semester hours is required in Liberal Arts Requirements 9
centration with a minimum of 30 se- one of the following categories (see item 2 under degree
requirements): 42
mester hours (no maximum), in one of
the following areas: Business Studies; BUSINESS STUDIES Total Semester Hours _________________120
Humanities; Natural Science/Mathemat- All Accounting
ics; Science, Engineering, or Computer All Business Law
Related Fields; and Social Sciences. Stu- All Computer Applications and Information Systems
All Economics
dents may also elect a second area of All Finance
concentration. A grade of “C” or above All International Business
is required in all courses used to fulfill All Management
this requirement. No more than four 100 All Marketing
level courses can be counted in an area HUMANITIES
of concentration. All Art History
All Art of the Cinema and History of the Cinema
3. At least half of the semester hours to All History
be counted in the area of concentration All Literature and Linguistics*
must be completed at the University of Music Appreciation (Music 121 OR 122) and all History
Bridgeport. of Music
All Philosophy
4. Students may not take core courses or All Religion
courses counting in an area of concen- All Theatre History (includes Theatre Arts 103)
*Writing and composition courses in English and
tration or a minor on a pass/fail basis. conversation, composition, and introductory courses
The University policy on pass/fail cours- in languages (101-104) MAY NOT be used to meet
es limits this option to a maximum of requirements in this category
136
Graphic Design Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree
Chair: Emily Larned 3. Demonstrate an understanding of the GDSN 355 Studio V: Thesis/Portfolio I 3
Arnold Bernhard Center, Room 704 aesthetics of form development, and of the GDSN 356 Studio VI: Thesis/Portfolio II 3
Telephone: (203) 576-4316 history and current state of design. Assess- ADSN 377 History of Modern Design 3
Fax: (203) 576-4042 ment: Projects, papers, and presentations ADSN 379 History of Graphic Design 3
Email: elarned@bridgeport.edu for art and design history courses; in studio
Total Semester Hours Required 33
courses, projects that appropriately refer-
DESIGN ELECTIVES
Curriculum and Program ence historical precedents.
ADSN 209/210 Painting I/II 3
Requirements 4. Demonstrate proficiency in selection ADSN 230 Video I 3
and use of relevant technologies in design. ADSN 357A Maya 3
The four year Graphic Design curriculum
Abilities to use available technical and GDSN 203B Type Design 3
consists of an integrated, interdisciplinary
industrial processes to produce a design GDSN 204 Calligraphy & Letterforms 3
sequence that is designed (i) to stimulate
product, and to design and implement GDSN 425 Design Service 3
creativity by encouraging imagination and
such a process. Assessment: Project and GDSN 398/399 Internship/Ind Study 2-6
conceptualization, (ii) to strengthen com-
portfolio materials planned to be feasibly ILLUS 305/306 Illustration Studio I/II 3
munication by instilling ways of thinking,
reproducible by industrial means rather
analyzing and responding to problems and Total Semester Hours Required 21
than by one-off or by hand.
(iii) to provide the essential technical and
technological skills as well as the general 5. Demonstrate an understanding of the GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______
knowledge to enable students to work ef- cultural and societal connections linking ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
fectively in any branch of Design. design trends and processes as well as a MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
knowledge of business practices and of the HUM Humanities Core 6
Design majors begin their studies with
market place. Assessment: Projects and SOSC Social Sciences Core 6
foundation courses in two- and three-di-
portfolio solutions that are culturally- and SCI Natural Sciences Core 6
mensional design, drawing, digital photog- FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
audience-appropriate for the problem as
raphy, and computer applications, as well CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
posed by the business and market briefs
as background courses in arts and design
for the project. Total Semester Hours Required 30
history. Beginning in the foundation year,
students learn to analyze each other’s ideas, GENERAL EDUCATION ELECTIVES
and are trained to present their own to max- Summary of Requirements MCOM 111 Intro Mass Communication 3
imum effect. PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________ MCOM 220 Intro to Advertising 3
Students are introduced to the theory and MCOM 339 PR and Advertising Campaigns 3
ART & DESIGN FOUNDATION COURSES Liberal Arts Electives 3
practice of mass communication and ad-
ADSN 103 2-D Design Principles 3
vertising, and are encouraged to undertake ADSN 105 Drawing Fundamentals I 3 12
further study in the cultural and social back- ADSN 106 Drawing Fundamentals II 3 Total Semester Hours Required 126
ground of modern times. The program’s ADSN 108 3-D Design Principles 3
emphasis is placed on the four-course De- ADSN 117 Survey of Art History I 3 Concentration in New Digital Media
sign Studio sequence, which acquaints stu- ADSN 118 Survey Art History II 3 (contact an advisor for more information)
dents with ever more sophisticated technol- ADSN 119 Intro to Computer Applications I 3 MCOM 111 Intro to Mass Communication 3
ogies while applying the design processes ADSN 120 Intro to Computer Applications II 3 MCOM 242 Intro to New Media 3
to real-world community projects, creating ADSN 225 Web Applications 3 MCOM 218 Media Aesthetics 3
a meaningful portfolio. Internships, co- ADSN 231 Photography I 3 MCOM 262 Writing for Interactive Media 3
operative work arrangements, and special MCOM 272 Creating Digital Video
projects are available to qualified students. Total Semester Hours Required 30 (Intro to time-Based Media) 3
ENGL 332 New Styles/Storytelling 3
MCOM 342 Digital Project Management 3
Learning Outcomes MAJOR REQUIREMENTS__________________
MCOM 344 Creating Advertising for Media 3
1. Demonstrate ability to identify, analyze, Courses from this list are applied to the major:
MCOM 352 Advanced Web Publishing 3
and solve design problems. Assessment: GDSN 203 Typography 3 MCOM 372 Advanced Digital Video Creation 3
Portfolio projects and project research. GDSN 304 Business Practices 3
Total Semester Hours Required 30
2. Demonstrate mastery of design tools, GDSN 212 Intro to Visual Semiotics 3
techniques, and concepts in design. As- GDSN 255 Studio I 3
sessment: Projects and portfolios that GDSN 256 Studio II 3
GDSN 305 Studio III 3
evidence craftsmanship and adherence to
GDSN 306 Studio IV 3
project parameters.
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Graphic Design Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree
Suggested Program FIFTH SEMESTER _________________________________
SCI Natural Sciences Core 3
FIRST SEMESTER _________________________________ ADSN 377 History of Modern Design 3
FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3 ADSN 225 Intro to Web Applications 3
ADSN 117 Survey of Art History I 3 ADSN 230 Video I 3
ADSN 103 2-D Design Principles 3 GDSN 305 Studio III 3
ADSN 105 Drawing I 3
ADSN 119 Intro to Computer Applications I 3 SIXTH SEMESTER_________________________________
SCI Natural Sciences Core 3
SECOND SEMESTER _______________________________ MCOM 220 Introduction to Advertising 3
ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric HUM Humanities Core 3
MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3 GDSN 306 Studio IV 3
ADSN 118 Survey of Art History II 3 GDSN 212 Intro to Visual Semiotics 3
ADSN 120 Intro to Computer Applications II 3 Electives 3
ADSN 106 Drawing II 3
ADSN 108 3-D Design Principles 3 SEVENTH SEMESTER ______________________________
CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar (Core) 3
THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________ GDSN 355 Studio V: Thesis/Portfolio I 3
SOSC Social Sciences Core 3 MCOM 339 PR and Advertising Campaigns 3
HUM Humanities Core 3 ADSN 399 Independent Study 3
GDSN 204 Calligraphy & Letterforms 3 Electives 3
ILLUS Illustration I 3
GDSN 255 Studio I 3 EIGHTH SEMESTER _______________________________
MCOM 111 Introduction to Mass Communications 3 ADSN 304 Business Practices 3
GDSN 356 Studio VI: Thesis/Portfolio II 3
FOURTH SEMESTER _______________________________ ADSN 398 Internship/Practicum 3
SOSC Social Sciences Core 3 Electives 6
ADSN 379 History of Graphic Design 3
Total Semester Hours ________________128
ADSN 231 Photography 3
GDSN 256 Studio II 3
ADSN 203 Typography 3
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Health Science Bachelor of Science Degree
Chair: Angela Santiago, Interim math, or composite ACT score of 22. HUM Humanities Core 3
Charles Dana Hall, Room 154 2. Grade point average of B (2.5) or PSYC 380 Biological Psychology 3
Telephone: (203) 576-4328 better. SOSC Social Science Core 3
Fax: (203) 576-4262 FA Fine Arts Core 3
3. Rank in the top half of the high
Email: santiago@bridgeport.edu MATH 203/203B Statistics/Biostatistics 4
school graduating class. CAPS 390 Capstone Seminar 3
4. Four years of mathematics; two lab BIOL 101 General Organismal Biology I w/lab 4
Curriculum and Program sciences and an additional science unit
in high school. Total Semester Hours Required 32
Requirements
At the discretion of the Admissions Commit-
PRE-PROFESSIONAL COURSES ____________
The B.S. in Health Sciences program prepares tee, students who meet two of these stan-
students for application to professional pro- dards can be admitted into the major. The following pre-professional courses are
grams in the health sciences. Such programs required of all concentrations:
range from medical school and physician as-
sistant programs, to programs in chiropractic Learning Outcomes HSCI 101 Seminar in Health Care Professions 1
HSCI 201 Medical Terminology 1
and naturopathic medicine, as well as nutri- The program has established the following
tion, acupuncture, and pharmacy. Many of learning outcomes: Total Semester Hours Required 2
these career options can be pursued in the
University’s professional programs. As a result of completing the B.S. in Health CONCENTRATION-SPECIFIC GENERAL
Sciences, graduates will: EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______________
The program offers concentrations in com-
munity health, environmental health, exercise • Understand fundamental biological,
chemical, and physical properties underly- In addition to the requirements above, each
and fitness, and nutrition for students who concentration requires additional General
desire to enter these fields at the entry level. ing all life systems.
Education courses:
The program affords this range of options • Be aware of professional and ethical
issues that are pertinent to careers in the EXERCISE AND FITNESS CONCENTRATION
primarily through a liberal arts orientation to-
ward these professions. Thus, all students take health sciences; MATH 105 Intermediate Algebra 3
a foundation of common courses in biology, • Be aware of necessary precautions BIOL 102 General Cell-Molecular
chemistry, physics, and mathematics, as well when acting in laboratory contexts. Biology II w/Lab 4
as special general education courses such as PHYS 201 General Physics I w/Lab 4
• Be able to conduct experiments and
biological psychology and healthcare ethics. make inferences based upon them. Total Semester Hours Required 11
A primary conviction of the program is that • Be prepared to apply to professional NUTRITION CONCENTRATION
one of the most pressing challenges of the schools in health sciences or will have se-
twenty-first century is to provide adequate MATH 109 Precalculus 4
lected a concentration and mastered its dis-
healthcare to the growing and aging popu- BIOL 102 General Cell-Molecular
tinctive content. Biology II w/Lab 4
lation. Whether students prepare for profes-
sional school application and admission, or • Exercise and fitness students will un- CHEM 113 Intro to General Chemistry w/Lab 4
entry level opportunities, all are encouraged derstand anatomy and physiology, prin- CHEM 114 Intro to Biochemistry w/Lab 4
to develop a philosophy of care consistent ciples of kinesiology, understand the re-
Total Semester Hours Required 16
with the University’s mission. lationship between exercise and wellness
maintenance, and be skilled at developing Total Semester Hours Required 48-61
appropriate exercise routines for varied cli- (depending on concentration selected)
Admissions Requirements entele.
A student is admitted to the majors in Arts • Nutrition students will understand prin- Concentration Requirements &
and Sciences after an evaluation of the high ciples of human nutrition and its relation- Suggested Programs
school transcript, counselor recommenda- ship to health and wellness maintenance.
Each concentration requires specific addi-
tions, and SAT/ACT scores and has dem- tional courses.
onstrated potential in analytical reasoning, GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______
comprehension, verbal expression and in- The following General Education courses The Pre-professional advisement sequence
tellectual growth.… Students who perform are required of all Health Science concen- requires completion of General Education
well in the Biology and Mathematics pro- trations: courses for any of the concentrations above
grams [thus also Health Sciences] are gener- (48-61 hrs.), the two-credit pre-professional
ENGL 101 English Composition 3
ally found to have met the following criteria: FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3 courses (Health Sciences 101 and 201), and
PHIL 110 Healthcare Ethics 3 any 30 additional hrs. in the health scienc-
1. SAT scores of 530 verbal and 560
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es, selected in consultation with an advisor. SPRING SEMESTER
Students interested in entering medicine MATH 105 Intermediate Algebra 3
and healthcare are encouraged to use free PHIL 110 Healthcare Ethics 3
electives to study Spanish. BIOL 114 Human Anatomy & Physiology II 4
Electives 5
EXERCISE AND FITNESS CONCENTRATION Total Semester Hours Required 15
HSCI 301 Intro to Exercise Science 3 * CHEM 113 or CHEM 103(must have Math 105) is
HSCI 321 Exercise Physiology 4 recommended.
HSCI 331 Kinesiology 3
HSCI Strength and Conditioning 3 JUNIOR YEAR ____________________________________
HSCI 351 Fitness & Wellness FALL SEMESTER
Program Development 3
NUTR 107 Basic Human Nutrition 3 HSCI 301 Intro to Exercise Science 3
HSCI 471 Exercise Nutrition 3 HSCI 321 Exercise Physiology 4
PSYC 355 Sports Psychology 3 BIOL 102 Cell Molecular Biology II 4
HSCI 401 Health Sciences Elective 3
Information Literature 3 Total Semester Hours Required 14
HSCI 361 Fitness Assessment 3
HSCI 380 Internship 6 SPRING SEMESTER
HSCI 331 Kinesiology 3
Exercise and Fitness Concentration 37 HSCI 341 Strength and Conditioning 3
Free Electives 40 HSCI 351 Fitness & Wellness
Total 120 Program Development 3
SUGGESTED PROGRAM – EXERCISE AND FITNESS HUM/SOSC Humanities/Social Science Core 3
CONCENTRATION Elective 3
Total Semester Hours Required 15
FRESHMAN YEAR _________________________________
FALL SEMESTER SENIOR YEAR ____________________________________
ENGL 101 English Composition 3 FALL SEMESTER
FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3 HSCI 361 Fitness Assessment 3
NUTR 107 Basic Human Nutrition 2 HSCI 401 Health Sciences
BIOL 113 Human Anatomy & Physiology I 4 Information Literature 3
HSCI 101 Seminar in Health Care Professions 1 HSCI 380 Internship 3
Elective 3 CAPS 390 Capstone Senior Seminar 3
Total Semester Hours Required 16 Elective 3
SPRING SEMESTER Total Semester Hours Required 15
MATH 105 Intermediate Algebra 3 SPRING SEMESTER
PHIL 110 Healthcare Ethics 3 HSCI 380 Internship 3
BIOL 114 Human Anatomy & Physiology II 4 HSCI 471 Exercise Nutrition 3
Electives 5 Electives 8
Total Semester Hours Required 15 Total Semester Hours Required 14
SOPHOMORE YEAR _______________________________
FALL SEMESTER
PHYS 201 General Physics 4
MATH 203 Statistics 3
MATH 203B Biostatistics Lab 1
HUM/SOSC Humanities/Social Sciences Core 3
HSCI 201 Medical Terminology 1
Elective* 4
Total Semester Hours Required 16
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NUTRITION CONCENTRATION SPRING SEMESTER
ACCT 101 Principles of Accounting BIOL 102 Cell Molecular Biology II 4
(recommended) 3 CHEM 114 Intro to Biochemistry 4
BIOL 106 Microbiology 3 FA Fine Arts Core 3
NUTR 205 Fundamentals of Nutrition 3 Electives* 4
HSCI 320 Food Sanitation 3
Total Semester Hours Required 15
HSCI 365 Epidemiology for Health Science
Professionals 3 *BIOL 114, Anatomy & Physiology II is recommended
HSCI 345 Comparative Diet Strategies 3
JUNIOR YEAR ____________________________________
HSCI 351 Fitness & Wellness
Program Development 3 FALL SEMESTER
HSCI 370 Clinical Herbology and Botany 3 HSCI 320 Food Sanitation 3
HSCI 401 Health Sciences HSCI 345 Comparative Diet Strategies 3
Informational Literature 3 MATH 203 Statistics 3
HSCI 420 Food Service Management 3 MATH 203B Biostatistics Lab 1
HSCI 460 Elective 5
or NUTR 560C Vitamins and Minerals 3
Total Semester Hours Required 15
Nutrition Concentration 33
Free Electives 39 SPRING SEMESTER
Total 120 PHYS 380 Biological Psychology 3
Suggested Program – Nutrition Concentration HSCI 351 Fitness & Wellness
Program Development 3
FRESHMAN YEAR _________________________________ HUM/SOSC Humanities/Social Science Core 3
HSCI 370 Clinical Herbology and Botany 3
FALL SEMESTER
Elective 3
ENGL 101 English Composition 3
FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3 Total Semester Hours Required 15
HSCI 101 Seminar in Health Care Professions 1 SENIOR YEAR ____________________________________
ACCT 101 Principles of Accounting I 3
FALL SEMESTER
Elective* 5
HSCI 365 Epidemiology for Health
Total Semester Hours Required 15 Science Professionals 3
* HUSV 101, Intro to Counseling is recommended HSCI 401 Health Sciences
Information Literature 3
SPRING SEMESTER
HSCI 420 Food Service Management 3
MATH 109 Precalculus 4 Elective 6
PHIL 110 Healthcare Ethics 3
BIOL 106 Elementary Microbiology 4 Total Semester Hours Required 15
CHEM 113 Intro to Chemistry 4 SPRING SEMESTER
Total Semester Hours Required 15 CAPS 390 Capstone Senior Seminar 3
HSCI 460 Vitamins and Minerals 3
SOPHOMORE YEAR _______________________________ Electives 9
FALL SEMESTER Total Semester Hours Required 15
BIOL 101 Organismal Biology I 4
NUTR 205 Fundamentals of Nutrition 3
HUM/SOSC Humanities/Social Science Core 3
HSCI 201 Medical Terminology 1
Elective* 4
Total Semester Hours Required 15
*BIOL 113, Anatomy & Physiology I is recommended
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Human Services Bachelor of Science Degree
Coordinator: Donna Phillips HUSV 333 Social Welfare Policy 3 PHIL 203 Ethics 3
Carlson Hall GERO 101 Introduction to Gerontology 3 HUSV 205 Counseling Special Populations 3
Telephone: (203) 576-4171 MGMT 302 Multicultural Managemen 3
MGMT 305 Personnel Management 3 THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________
Fax: (203) 576-4171
E-mail: dphil@bridgeport.edu EDUC 201 Human Growth & SCI Natural Sciences Core 3
Development 3 EDUC 201 Human Growth and
PHIL 203 Ethics 3 Development 3
Curriculum and Program or HUSV 299 Moral Development HUSV 277 Practicum 3
HUSV 227 Practicum 6 HUM Humanities Core 3
Requirements HUSV 312 Internship 3 HUSV/GERO Elective 3
The Human Services Program is designed to NUTR 205 Fundamentals of Nutrition 3
provide the academic and practical experi- FOURTH SEMESTER ______________________________
MCOM 110 Public Communication 3
ence necessary to enter the field of human MGMT 302 Multicultural Management 3
services upon completion of the degree. 51 SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
The combination of academic theoretical PLUS ANY FIFTEEN SEMESTER HOURS OF HUMAN HUSV 110 Alcohol and Drugs in Society 3
coursework and its application through SERVICES, PSYCHOLOGY OR RELATED FIELD HUSV 333 Social Welfare Policy 3
supervised field work experience provides HUSV/GERO Elective 3
students with the breadth of preparation 15
FIFTH SEMESTER _________________________________
necessary for employment in a wide range FREE ELECTIVES _______________________________ 14 HUM Humanities Core 3
of human service agencies and community SCI Natural Sciences Core 3
organizations. Students have the opportuni- HUSV 277 Practicum 3
ty to enhance their programs with minors in GENERAL EDUCATION NUTR 205 Fundamentals of Nutrition 3
such fields as Education, Business and So- REQUIREMENTS ________________________ HUSV/GERO Elective 3
cial Sciences. Stimulating courses are taught ENGL C101 Composition and Rhetoric 3
by experienced faculty who are current SIXTH SEMESTER_________________________________
HUM Humanities Core 6
practitioners as well as active researchers. FA Fine Arts Core 3 SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3 HUSV 305 Group Interaction 3
SCI Natural Sciences Core 6 HUSV 312 Internship 3
Learning Outcomes SOSC Social Sciences Core 6 HUSV 301 Crisis Management 3
By completing the B.S. in Human Services, CAPS 390 Capstone Seminar 3 HUSV/GERO Electives 3
students will: 1) be knowledgeable of the FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3 SEVENTH SEMESTER ______________________________
history and systems of the Human Services
39 HUSV 350 Human Service Seminar 3
field; 2) be skillful at program assessment,
MGMT 305 Personnel Management 3
planning, and development; 3) be able to LIBERAL ARTS ELECTIVES ________________________ (7) HUSV 312 Internship 3
find, use, manage, and protect information HUSV 304 Peer Counseling 3
effectively; 4) be effective at oral and writ- TOTAL GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ________ (40) HUSV/GERO Electives 3
ten communication; 5) be adept at program
administration and leadership; 6) be com- Total Semester Hours __________________________ 120 EIGHTH SEMESTER _______________________________
mitted to ethical practices; and 7) be re- CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
spectful of client values and attitudes. HUSV/GERO Electives 6
Suggested Program Free Electives 6
Summary of Requirements FIRST SEMESTER _________________________________
Total Semester Hours __________________________ 120
ENGL C101 Composition and Rhetoric 3
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS ______________ HUSV 110 Alcohol and Other Drugs in
HUSV 110 Alcohol and other Drugs In Society 3
Society 3 HUSV 201 Introduction to Counseling 3
HUSV 201 Introduction to Counseling 3 FA Fine Arts Core 3
HUSV 203 Introduction to Human MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
Services 3 FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
HUSV 205 Couns Mthds for Spec
Populations 3 SECOND SEMESTER _______________________________
HUSV 305 Group Interaction 3 HUSV 203 Introduction to Human
or HUSV 304 Peer Counseling Services 3
HUSV 301 Crisis Management 3 MCOM 110 Communications 3
HUSV 350 Human Services Seminar 3 GERO 101 Introduction to Gerontology 3
142
Industrial Design Bachelor of Science Degree
Chair: Richard Wilfred Yelle 2. Demonstrate mastery of design tools, MAJOR REQUIREMENTS__________________
Arnold Bernhard Center, Room 810 techniques, and concepts in design. As- IDDSN 215 Materials and Manufacturing I 3
Telephone: (203) 576-4222 sessment: Projects and portfolios that IDDSN 216 Materials and Manufacturing II 3
Fax: (203) 576-4042 evidence craftsmanship and adherence IDDSN 218S & W Solidworks CAD I & II 4
E-mail: ryelle@bridgeport.edu to project parameters. IDDSN 218C Solid Works CAD III 2
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the IDDSN 255 Industrial Design Studio I 3
IDDSN 256 Industrial Design Studio II 3
Curriculum and Program aesthetics of form development, and
IDDSN 305 Industrial Design Studio III 3
of the history and current state of de-
Requirements sign. Assessment: Projects, papers, and
IDDSN 306 Industrial Design Studio IV 3
IDDSN 355 Industrial Design Studio V 3
In our technological world, the creative presentations for art and design history IDDSN 356 Industrial Design Studio VI 3
industrial designer leads the way in the courses; in studio courses, projects that IDDSN 357 Alias / Maya CAD 6
design of products that are user friendly, appropriately reference historical prec- IDDSN 398 Internship 3
safe, energy efficient and enjoyable to use. edents. IDDSN 399 Special Projects 3
The designer’s concern is with the sensory Design Electives 9
4. Demonstrate proficiency in selection and
aspects of products, bringing together all
use of relevant technologies in design. 51
facets of product development including
Abilities to use available technical and
aesthetics, ergonomics, materials, manu-
industrial processes to produce a design GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______
facturability, and environmental consider-
product, and to design and implement FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
ations. Professional designers often work in
such a process. Assessment: Project and ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
interdisciplinary teams on consumer prod-
portfolio materials planned to be feasi- MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
ucts; business products; and scientific and
bly reproducible by industrial means HUM Humanities Core 6
medical instruments.
rather than by one-off or by hand. SOSC Social Sciences Core 6
The Industrial Design program begins with SCI Natural Science Core 6
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the
the basics of two- and three-dimensional ADSN 117 Survey of Art History I 3
cultural and societal connections linking
design, Art and Design history, computer ADSN 118 Survey of Art History II 3
design trends and processes as well as a CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
aided design, drawing, model making, as
knowledge of business practices and of Liberal Arts Electives 4
well as courses in the sciences and general
the market place. Assessment: Projects
education.
and portfolio solutions that are cultur- 40
Students will research, design and develop ally- and audience-appropriate for the
Total Semester Hours __________________________ 127
assigned product concepts in the studio and problem as posed by the business and
computer laboratories. Build product mod- market briefs for the project.
els in a well equipped Model Lab and pres-
ent and document their creative and unique
Suggested Program
solutions. They will study support subjects Summary of Requirements FIRST SEMESTER _________________________________
like ergonomics, materials and manufac- PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________ FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
turing, sustainability and marketing. All ADSN 103 2D Design 3
students will develop a strong portfolio DESIGN FOUNDATION COURSES ADSN 105 Drawing I 3
that will prepare them to enter the design ADSN 103 2D Design 3 ADSN 117 History Survey of Art I 3
profession. The Industrial Design program ADSN 105 Drawing I 3 ADSN 119A Intro to Computer Applications I 3
offers the student a broad based design ADSN 108 3-D Design 3
SECOND SEMESTER _______________________________
education with opportunities to specialize ADSN 110 Drawing/Drafting 3
ADSN 119A Intro to Computer Applications I 3 ADSN 108 3-D Design 3
within many traditional areas of product
ADSN 119B Intro to Computer Applications II 3 ADSN 110 Drawing / Drafting 3
exhibit and transportation design. Students
ADSN 205 Drawing III 3 ADSN 118 History Survey of Art II 3
will have opportunities to work on compe-
ADSN 206 Drawing IV 3 ADSN 119B Intro to Computer Applications II 3
titions and collaborative projects often with MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
industrial sponsorship, and will be encour- ADSN 231 Digital Photography 3
ADSN 233 Motion Graphics 3 ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
aged to work in summer internships.
ADSN 377 History of Modern Design 3
ADSN 408 History of Industrial Design 3
Learning Outcomes 36
1. Demonstrate ability to identify, analyze,
and solve design problems. Assessment:
Portfolio projects and project research.
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THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________
SOSC Social Science Core 3
IDDSN 205 Drawing III 3
IDDSN 215 Material & Manufacturing I 3
IDDSN 218S Solidworks CAD 2
IDDSN 255 Industrial Design Studio I 3
SCI Natural Science Core 3
FOURTH SEMESTER _______________________________
SCI Natural Science Core 3
SOSC Social Science Core 3
IDDSN 206 Drawing IV 3
IDDSN 216 Materials & Manufacturing II 3
IDDSN 218W Solidworks CAD II 2
IDDSN 256 Industrial Design Studio II 3
FIFTH SEMESTER _________________________________
ADSN 377 History of Modern Design 3
HUM Humanities Core 3
IDDSN 218C SolidWorks CAD III 2
IDDSN 305 Industrial Design Studio III 3
ITDSN 312 Furniture Design 3
Design Elective 3
SIXTH SEMESTER_________________________________
HUM Humanities Core 3
IDDSN 231 Digital Photography 3
IDDSN 306 Industrial Design Studio IV 3
IDDSN 311 Display & Exhibit Design 3
Liberal Arts Electives 4
SEVENTH SEMESTER ______________________________
ADSN 357A Alias / Maya CAD 3
ADSN 233 Motion Graphics 3
IDDSN 355 Industrial Design Studio V 3
IDDSN 399 Special Projects 3
Design History Elective 3
EIGHTH SEMESTER _______________________________
CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
IDDSN 356 Industrial Design Studio VI 3
IDDSN 357B Alias / Maya CAD 3
IDDSN 398 Internship 3
TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS _____________127
144
Interior Design Bachelor of Science Degree
Chair: John Kandalaft
Arnold Bernhard Center, Room 509
Learning Outcomes MAJOR REQUIREMENTS__________________
ADSN 206 Interiors Drawing IV 3
Telephone: (203) 576-4221 1. Demonstrate ability to identify, analyze, ITDSN 215 Interior Construction Systems 3
Fax: (203)-576-4042 and solve design problems. Assessment: ITDSN 217 Color Studies for Interiors 3
E-mail: jkandala@bridgeport.edu Portfolio projects and project research. ITDSN 218 CADD (A, B, C) 6
2. Demonstrate mastery of design tools, ITDSN 255 Studio I 3
ITDSN 256 Studio II 3
Curriculum and Program techniques, and concepts in design. As-
ITDSN 303 Materials, Products & Applications 3
sessment: Projects and portfolios that
Requirements evidence craftsmanship and adherence ITDSN 304 Business Practices & Ethics 3
ITDSN 305 Studio III 3
The Interior Design program prepares stu- to project parameters.
ITDSN 306 Studio IV 3
dents to the functional, technical and aes-
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the aes- ITDSN 307 Lighting/Acoustics Design 3
thetic aspects of the interior environment. ITDSN 309 Human Factors Design 3
thetics of form development, and of the
The Professional Interior Designer is quali- history and current state of design. As- ITDSN 311 Display & Exhibition Design 3
fied to identify, research and solve prob- sessment: Projects, papers, and presenta- ITDSN 312 Furniture Design 3
lems pertaining to the function and aesthetic tions for art and design history courses; in ITDSN 355 Studio V (Thesis) 3
quality of the interior environment. The de- studio courses, projects that appropriately ITDSN 356 Studio VI 3
signer must have knowledge of construction reference historical precedents. ITDSN 362 Construction Documents (Thesis) 3
materials, their applications and methods of ITDSN 399 Special Projects 3
4. Demonstrate proficiency in selection and
installation. Interior designers must design 57
use of relevant technologies in design.
the space in accordance with federal, state
Abilities to use available technical and GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______
and local building codes to meet safety,
industrial processes to produce a design ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
health, and accessibility requirements. In-
product, and to design and implement MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
terior designers both plan the space and fur-
such a process. Assessment: Project and HUM Humanities Core 6
nish the interiors of private homes, public
portfolio materials planned to be feasi- SOSC Social Sciences Core 6
buildings and commercial establishments
bly reproducible by industrial means SCI Natural Sciences Core 6
such as offices, retail, restaurants, hospitals,
rather than by one-off or by hand. ADSN 117 Survey of Art History I 3
hotels and theaters. They may plan addi-
tions, renovations and be involved in his- 5. Demonstrate an understanding of the ADSN 118 Survey of Art History II 3
FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
toric preservations. With a client’s needs and cultural and societal connections linking
CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
budget in mind, they develop space-plan- design trends and processes as well as a
Liberal Arts Electives 4
ning solutions; prepare working drawings, knowledge of business practices and of
millwork, architectural details and specifi- the market place. Assessment: Projects 40
cations for interior construction, furnishing and portfolio solutions that are cultur-
and finishes. Designers use computers to ally- and audience-appropriate for the Total Semester Hours ____________________ 127
generate plans and construction documents, problem as posed by the business and
in addition to 3D modeling views. market briefs for the project.
Suggested Program
At UB several interior projects assignments
FIRST SEMESTER _________________________________
are done in collaboration with noted inte- Summary of Requirements FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
rior/architectural firms, to give students a
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________ ADSN 117 Survey of Art History I 3
grasp of real projects and receive additional ADSN 103 2D Design 3
inputs from professionals in the field. In ADSN 105 Drawing I 3
DESIGN FOUNDATION COURSES
addition, this relationship helps establish ADSN 103 2D Design 3 ADSN 119A Intro Computer Applications I 3
connections for internships. ADSN 105 Drawing I 3 SECOND SEMESTER _______________________________
As an Interior Design major, you can spe- ADSN 108 3D Design 3 ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
cialize in several areas: ADSN 110 Drawing / Drafting 3 MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
ADSN 205 Drawing III 3 ADSN 118 Survey of Art History II 3
• Residential Design (new and existing) ADSN 119A Intro to Computer Applications I 3 ADSN 108 3D Design 3
ADSN 110 Drawing / Drafting 3
• Contract Design such as: Retail, Hospitality, ADSN 119B Intro to Computer Applications II 3 ADSN 119B Intro Computer Applications II 3
Corporate Offices, Health care, Institutional ADSN 231 Digital Photography 3
• Historic Preservation ADSN 377 History of Modern Design 3
ADSN 380 History of Mod. Arch. & Urbanism 3
• Exhibit Design
• Furniture and Furnishings Design 30
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THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________
SCI Natural Sciences Core 3
ADSN 231 Digital Photography 3
ADSN 377 History of Modern Design 3
ADSN 205 Drawing III 3
ITDSN 218A CAD I 2
ITDSN 255 Studio I 3
FOURTH SEMESTER _______________________________
SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
ADSN 380 History of Modern Arch. & Urbanism 3
ITDSN 217 Color Studies for Interiors 3
ADSN 206 Interiors Drawing IV 3
ITDSN 218B CADD II 2
ITDSN 266 Studio II 3
FIFTH SEMESTER _________________________________
HUM Humanities Core 3
ITDSN 309 Human Factors 3
ITDSN 305 Studio III 3
ITDSN 215 Interior Construction Systems 3
ITDSN 218C CAD III 2
ADSN 311 Display & Exhibit Design 3
SIXTH SEMESTER_________________________________
SCI Natural Sciences Core 3
SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
ITDSN 303 Materials, Products & Applications 3
ITDSN 304 Business Practices 3
ITDSN 306 Studio IV 3
SEVENTH SEMESTER ______________________________
CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
HUM Humanities Core 3
ITDSN 355 Studio V 3
ITDSN 307 Lighting & Acoustic Design 3
ITDSN 312 Furniture Design 3
EIGHTH SEMESTER _______________________________
Electives-Liberal Arts 4
ITDSN 362 Construction Documents 3
ITDSN 356 Studio VI 3
ITDSN 399 Special Projects 3
Total Semester Hours ____________________ 127
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International Business Bachelor of Science Degree
Program Director: William Greenspan Summary of Requirements FREE ELECTIVES _______________________________ 15
Mandeville Hall, Room 309
Total Semester Hours ____________________ 120
Telephone: (203) 576-4378 CREDITS ______________________________
Fax: (203) 576-4388 General Education Requirements 42
E-mail: profweg@bridgeport.edu International Business Program Requirements 51 Suggested Program
International Business Electives 12 FIRST SEMESTER ________________________________
Faculty Contact: Professor Congsheng Wu Free Electives 15 ACCT 101 Principles of Accounting I 3
Mandevill Hall, Room 204
120 ENGL C101 Composition& Rhetoric I 3
Telephone: (203) 576-4869
MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
E-mail: congwu@bridgeport.edu GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______ FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3 CAIS 191 Computer Concepts 3
Curriculum and Program FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3 SECOND SEMESTER ______________________________
MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
Requirements SCI Natural Sciences Core 6
ACCT 102 Principles of Accounting II 3
HUM Humanities Core 6 ENGL 202 Advanced Composition 3
The Bachelor of Science in International
ECON 201 Principles of Economics - Macro 3 CAIS 101 Statistics 3
Business prepares students for assuming
ECON 202 Principles of Economics - Micro 3 SCI Natural Science Core 3
a managerial position in any American or Free Elective 3
foreign multinational firm, developing one’s ENGL 202 Advanced Composition (for Business) 3
own business abroad, or working for inter- FA Fine Arts Core 3 THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________
CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3 ECON 201 Principles of Economics - Macro 3
national governments and agencies.
SOSC Social Sciences Core 6 CAIS 102 Applied Statistics 3
Since this major attracts many students from SOSC Social Science Core 3
42
abroad, it provides students with an oppor- FA Fine Arts Core 3
tunity to develop multicultural awareness PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________ ACCT 103 Managerial/Cost Accounting 3
and international contacts. This major is rec- ACCT 101 Principles of Accounting I 3 FOURTH SEMESTER ______________________________
ommended for those students who expect ACCT 102 Principles of Accounting II 3
ECON 202 Principles of Economics - Micro 3
to travel abroad or live in foreign environ- ACCT 103 Managerial/Cost Accounting 3
CAIS 201 Introduction to CAIS 3
ments. Students in this major are required to CAIS 191 Computer Concepts 3
LAW 251 Business Law I 3
achieve proficiency in at least one foreign LAW 251 Business Law I 3
CAIS 101 Statistics 3 SCI Natural Sciences Core 3
language before completion of the degree. SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
CAIS 102 Applied Statistics 3
FIN 309 Managerial Finance 3 FIFTH SEMESTER ________________________________
Learning Outcomes MGMT 301 Operations Management 3 FIN 309 Managerial Finance 3
CAIS 201 Introduction to CAIS 3 MKTG 305 Principles of Marketing 3
Learning Objectives MKTG 305 Principles of Marketing 3 MGMT 301 Operations Management 3
Students 1) understand the economic, cul- FIN 321 Investment Principles 3 HUM Humanities Core 3
tural, legal and political issues associated FIB 380 Multinational Finance 3 Free Elective 3
with international business; 2) acquire the MGMT 302 Multiculture Management 3
broad discipline knowledge that are ba- MKTG 342 Multinational Marketing 3 SIXTH SEMESTER ________________________________
MGMT 350 Business Policy and Strategy 3 FIN 380 Multinational Finance 3
sic to international business enterprises;
BUAD 382 Senior Project/Internship 3 MKTG 342 Multinational Marketing 3
3) develop cultural sensitivity and effec-
tive communication skills that enable them 51 MGMT 302 Multiculture Management 3
communicate with others from diverse HUM Humanities Core 3
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS ELECTIVES_________________
backgrounds; and 4) acquire the skills nec- Free Elective 3
IBU 325 Export and Import 3
essary to pursue entry level positions in an IBU 360 Business and International Law 3 SEVENTH SEMESTER ______________________________
American or foreign multinational firm, de- IBU 362 International Sales (Commercial) FIN 321 Investment Principles 3
velop one’s own business abroad, or work Transactions 3 BUAD 382 Senior Project/Internship 3
for international governments and agencies. IBU 363 Settlement of International Major Electives 6
Business Disputes 3 Free Elective 3
assessment IBU 366 International Business and
Customs Unions 3 EIGHTH SEMESTER _______________________________
Students’ international business knowledge MGMT 320 Entrepreneurship and Small MGMT 350 Business Policy and Strategy 3
and skills will be tested when they begin and Business Management 3 CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
finish the International Business program with -OR- Other approved courses in foreign
Major Electives 6
a program specific exam. Alumni will be asked languages, study abroad, history,
or political science Free Elective 3
to complete follow-up questionnaires regard-
ing their careers in international business. 12 Total Semester Hours ____________________ 120
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International Political Economy and Diplomacy Bachelor of Arts
Chair: Dave Benjamin one’s mother tongue; 5) students will dem- SOSC 207 World Regional Geography 3
Carlson Hall, Room 208 onstrate the ability to use critical thinking PSCI 323 Classics in Political Theory 3
Telephone: (203) 576-4452 in their evaluation of issues and problems or PSCI 324 Recent Political Theory 3
Fax: (203) 576-4967 in international political economy; and 6) ASIA-PACIFIC STUDIES
E-mail: dbenjamin@bridgeport.edu students will demonstrate practical skills in IPED/PSCI 321 Political Economy of East Asia 3
helping resolve global disputes through di- PLUS ANY FOUR OF THE FOLLOWING COURSES:
plomacy and conflict resolution.
Curriculum and Program IPED 329 Political Economy of China 3
* Note that for all International College ma- PSCI 203 U.S. Foreign Policy 3
Requirements jors, a portfolio is collected to track prog- WREL 229 Confucianism and Daoism 3
The major in International Political Econo- ress in programmatic outcomes. WREL 102 Introduction to East Asian Religions 3
my and Diplomacy provides students with a WREL 205 Buddhism 3
comprehensive understanding of the global Summary of Requirements PEACE AND DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
political economy as well as the analyti- IPED 391 Sustainable Development 3
cal skills to evaluate change and direction. PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________ PLUS ANY FOUR OF THE FOLLOWING COURSES:
Political economy describes the nexus be- SOSC 207 World Regional Geography 3 IPED 392 Geopolitics of Oil 3
tween politics and economics, and interna- WREL 101 Intro to World Religions 3 IPED/PSCI 321 Political Economy of East Asia 3
tional political economy studies the arena SOC 231 Cultural Anthropology 3 WREL 275 Religion, Conflict and Mediation 3
where international politics and internation- PSCI 103 Intro to Political Science and WREL 278 Religion, Peace, and War 3
al economics meet. The subject matter of In- Political Science Research Methods 3 WREL 305 Comparative Religious Ethics 3
ternational Political Economy is the study of ECON 201 Macro Economics 3 WREL 374 Religion and Politics in the Middle East 3
the international economic system and how or IPED 201 Economics and Development
ECON 202 Micro Economics 3 AMERICAS STUDIES
it produces, distributes, and uses wealth. PSCI 101 American Government 3
The study of the international political sys- or IPED 202 Intro to Political Economy
IPED 206 Pol. Eco. of North/South Relations 3 PLUS ANY FOUR OF THE FOLLOWING COURSES:
tem focuses a set of institutions and rules by
which social and economic interactions are PSCI 312 Diplomacy & Foreign Policy 3 GLDP 411 Issues in Economic Development 3
PSCI 203 U.S. Foreign Policy 3
governed. It represents an investigation of TWO OF THE FOLLOWING _________________
MCOM 290 Intercultural Communication 3
the political basis of economic action and PSCI 101 American Government 3 IPED 340 Political Economy of Latin America 3
the economic basis of political action. An or IPED 345 Political Economy of EU IPED 392 Geopolitics of Oil 3
important additional consideration is the or IPED 329 Political Economy of China IPED 390 Multinational Corporations in IPE 3
role of international law in developing uni- IPED/PSCI 321 Political Economy of East Asia 3
versal principles and norms in the conduct IPED 340 Political Economy of Latin America 3 MIDDLE EAST STUDIES
of international relations, and governing of WREL 374 Religion and Politics WREL 374 Religion and Politics in the
relations between states and their citizens. in the Middle East 3 Middle East 3
Because diplomatic negotiations form the PLUS ANY FOUR OF THE FOLLOWING COURSES:
TWO OF THE FOLLOWING _________________
basis of new international law, and because PSCI 203 U.S. Foreign Policy 3
diplomacy operates within the framework PSCI 204 Government and Politics Abroad 3 IPED 392 Geopolitics of Oil 3
of extant international law, the study of di- PSCI 203 U.S. Foreign Policy 3 WREL 103 Introduction to Religions of Middle
PSCI 305 International Relations 3 Eastern Origin 3
plomacy is an important component in the
or PSCI 207 World Politics 3 WREL 209 Islam 3
study of international political economy.
PSCI 208 Intro to International Law 3 WREL 275 Religion, Conflict and Mediation 3
or PSCI 209 Intro to United Nations Studies 3 MCOM 290 Intercultural Communication 3
Learning Outcomes Program Tracks
The B.A. in International Political Econo- Students may, in consultation with their advisor, choose a FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT
minor or a concentration by taking 15 to 18 credit hours of
my & Diplomacy has the following learn- course work in one of the following areas; however this is All IPED majors must demonstrate a working knowledge
ing outcomes: 1) students will demonstrate not a requirement: of at least one world language besides English or complete
an ability to explain and compare different through the 104 level of one of the following languages cur-
POLITICAL SCIENCE rently offered at the University: Chinese, Korean, Japanese,
political and economic systems; 2) students
PSCI 101 American Government 3 French, or Spanish.
will be able to reflect on the role of cul-
or PSCI 103 Intro to Political Science and
ture, history and religion in international THESIS AND INTERNSHIP GUIDELINES
Political Science Research Methods 3
political economy; 3) students will be able PSCI 204 Government and Politics Abroad 3 A senior thesis is voluntary but strongly encouraged. De-
to explain the role of diplomacy and con- PSCI 207 World Politics 3 pending on the scope of the project, a thesis may account
flict resolution in international relations; 4) for 3 to 6 credit hours. While not required, students are en-
PSCI 208 Intro to International Law 3 couraged to write on a subject related to their field of con-
Students will demonstrate a basic working IPED 206 Pol. Eco. of North/South Relations 3 centration, should they have elected one. In addition, one
knowledge of a world language other than or PSCI 209 Intro to United Nations Studies 3
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International Political Economy and Diplomacy Bachelor of Arts
semester of internship is also strongly encouraged. Intern- SIXTH SEMESTER_________________________________
ship may account for 3 to 6 credit hours. SCI Natural Sciences Core 3
PSCI 206 North/South Relations 3
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______ Econ Elective 3
ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3 Intl. Pol Econ Elective 3
MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra or above 3 Free Elective 3
FYS 101 First Year Seminor
HUM Humanities Core 6 SEVENTH SEMESTER ______________________________
SCI Natural Sciences Core 6 INTST C101B Integrated Studies 3
SOSC Social Sciences Core 6 Intl. Pol Econ Elective 3
FA Fine Arts Core 3 Free Electives 9
CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
EIGHTH SEMESTER _______________________________
Liberal Arts Electives 7
CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
TOTAL_________________________________ 120 Intl. Pol Econ Elective 3
Free Electives 9
*Students who do not meet the modern language require-
Suggested Program ment for the B.A. degree must use 3-12 semester hours free
electives, depending on thier level of competency, to satisfy
FIRST SEMESTER _________________________________ this requirement.
ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
WREL 101 Intro to World Religions 3
Political Science Core 3
FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
SECOND SEMESTER _______________________________
FA Fine Arts Core 3
SOC 231 Cultural Anthropology 3
S0SC 207 World Geography 3
Free Elective 3
Free Elective 3
THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________
HUM Humanities Core 3
SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
ECON 201 Macro-Economics 3
Political Science Elective 3
Free Elective 3
FOURTH SEMESTER _______________________________
HUM Humanities Core 3
SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
ECON 202 Micro-Economics 3
Political Science Elective 3
Free Elective 3
FIFTH SEMESTER _________________________________
SCI Natural Sciences Core 3
PSCI 354 Intl. Political Economy 3
Economics Elective 3
Intl Pol Econ Elective 3
Free Elective 3
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Literature and Civilization Bachelor of Arts Degree
Program Head: Edward Geist Learning Outcomes GROUP III: AREAS OF CONCENTRATION
Charles Dana Hall
Telephone: (203) 576-4956 By completing the Literature and Civiliza- CREATIVE WRITING
Fax: (203) 576-4051 tion program, students will: 1) be able to ENGL 201 Introduction to Creative Writing 3
E-mail: edwgeist@bridgeport.edu read critically and analyze traditional liter- ENGL 205 Poetry Writing 3
ary genres, historical texts, and philosophi-
cal texts; 2) be able to develop and com- ENGL 218 Autobiographical Writing 3
Curriculum and Program municate their ideas clearly in writing; 3)
ENGL 308 Advanced Creative Writing 3
Electives in Creative Writing 3
Requirements be able to identify and evaluate appropriate
research sources, incorporating the sources 15
The Literature and Civilization major, with into documented academic writing, and for-
its emphasis on the connections between mulate their own arguments based in part ENGLISH
the humanities as well as on their indi- on those sources; 4) gain a competency ENGL 207 or 208 Survey of American Literature 3
vidual aspects, on abstract ideas as well as in the content, theories and methods of a ENGL 209 or 210 Survey of British Literature 3
specific skills, on the global as well as the particular discipline in the humanities that Electives in English 9
local context, ensures that students have will manifest itself in their written work;
the resources which will enable them to 15
5) be able to demonstrate an understand-
pursue successfully careers and leadership ing of the interconnectedness of literary, HISTORY
roles in their communities. The major pro- historical, and philosophical developments
vides students with the skills, knowledge, HIST 207 or 208 Survey of American History 3
that influence the current global culture; 6) HIST 233 The Roots of Modern Culture 3
and insights which accrue from the study develop an appreciation for the humanities Electives in History 9
of history, literature, and philosophy. The as a source of practical wisdom, aesthetic
degree requires 42 hours in the Humanities, pleasure, and knowledge of the diversity 15
40 hours of General Education, 12 hours of of human experience; and 7) develop a
Language study, and 32 hours of Electives. PHILOSOPHY
grounded sense of ethical responsibility in
PHIL 203 Ethics 3
In Group I students are introduced to the an increasingly interconnected world.
PHIL 216 Philosophy of World Religions 3
disciplines that make up the humanities by Electives in Philosophy 9
taking a combination of required and elec-
tive courses in fine arts, history, literature, Summary of Requirements 15
and philosophy. In the senior year, Human- MAJOR PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS ________
ities majors take a two-semester sequence GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______
(Group II) applying the interrelationships GROUP I: BASIC COURSES
CORE (33)
of the humanistic disciplines, first in the ENGL 305 Shakespeare 3 ENGL 101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
Senior Seminar and then in the supervised English Elective 3 MATH 105 or Demonstrated Math Competency 3
research and writing of the Senior Thesis in HIST 101 or 102 World Civilization 3 FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
the student’s area of Concentration. History Elective 3 FA Fine Arts Core 3
PHIL 205 Western Philosophy 3 HUM Humanities Core 6
The Literature and Civilization major allows Philosophy Elective 3
for four areas of Concentration (Group III): SCI Natural Sciences Core 6
ADSN 117 or 118* Survey of Art History, 3 SOSC Social Sciences Core 6
(A) Creative Writing, (B) English, (C) Histo- MUSC 122* Music in the Liberal Arts, or CAPS 390 Capstone Seminar 3
ry, and (D) Philosophy. Each Concentration THA 103* Introduction to Drama Liberal Arts Electives 7
requires 15 hours, a combination of specific
courses and electives in the area of study. 21 40
*Students take one of these courses to satisfy the pro-
The Literature and Civilization major must gram’s Fine Arts requirement FOREIGN LANGUAGE ____________________
take 12 hours of Language study. The re-
maining hours may be used to earn a Minor, GROUP II: PROGRAM COURSES Students must demonstrate proficiency in a modern lan-
to take additional courses in the Humanities HUM 300 Senior Seminar 3 guage other than English at the 104 level.
or the Concentration, or to satisfy a curios- HUM 395 Senior Thesis 3
ELECTIVES AND/OR MINOR ______________ 26-38
ity about some of the many other areas of
6
study offered by the University.
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Literature and Civilization Bachelor of Arts Degree
Suggested Program FIFTH SEMESTER _________________________________
LANG 103 3
FIRST SEMESTER _________________________________ ADSN 117 Survey of Art History I 3
ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3 MUSC 122* Music in the literal Arts, or
MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3 THA 103* Introduction to Drama
FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3 Philosophy Elective (Group I) 3
SCI Natural Sciences Core 3 Concentration Elective 2 (Group III) 3
Electives 3 Elective 3
SECOND SEMESTER ______________________________ SIXTH SEMESTER ________________________________
FA Fine Arts Core 3 LANG 104 3
SCI Natural Sciences Core 3 Concentration Require. 2 (Group III) 3
HIST 101 World History (Group 1) 3 ENGL 305 Shakespeare (Group I) 3
Concentration Elective 1 (Group III) 3 Electives 6
Elective 3
SEVENTH SEMESTER ______________________________
THIRD SEMESTER _______________________________ HUM 300 Senior Seminar (Group II) 3
LANG 101 3 CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
HUM Humanities Core 3 History Elective (Group I) 3
SOSC Social Sciences Core 3 Electives 6
Concentration Require 1 (Group III) 3
Elective 3 EIGHTH SEMESTER _______________________________
HUM 395 Senior Thesis (Group II) 3
FOURTH SEMESTER ______________________________ Concentration Elective 3 (Group III) 3
LANG 102 3 English Elective (Group I) 3
HUM Humanities Core 3 Electives 6
SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
PHIL 205 Western Philosophy (Group I) 3 Total Semester Hours ____________________ 120
Elective 3
151
Management and Industrial Relations Bachelor of Science Degree
Program Director: William Greenspan tively with people in an organization; 2) MGMT 350 Business Policy and Strategy 3
Mandeville Hall, Room 309 learn the management principles necessary BUAD 382 Senior Project/Internship 3
Telephone: (203) 576-4378 to pursue entry level positions; 3) learn
Fax: (203) 576-4388 51
how to effectively communicate; and 4)
Email: profweg@bridgeport.edu develop an understanding of organizational MANAGEMENT ELECTIVES_______________________
Faculty Contact: Arthur McAdams processes.
Mandevill Hall, Room 217B MGMT 300 Interpers. and Group Beh. in Org. 3
MGMT 305 Human Resource Issues in Management 3
Telephone: (203) 576-4648 assessment MGMT 311 Hum. Res. Mgmt Programs and Skills 3
Email: amcadams@bridgeport.edu Students will be evaluated and bench- MGMT 320 Entrepren. and Small Bus. Mgmt 3
marked with a standardized management MGMT 340 Conflict and Negotiation 3
Curriculum and Program specific test. Students’ management knowl-
edge and skills will be tested when they be-
MGMT 342 Labor Law and Arbitration 3
MGMT 330 Leadership Lessons from the Movies 3
Requirements gin and finish their Management program
with a program specific exam. Select four courses 12
The Management and Industrial Relations
major prepares graduates to enter the work- FREE ELECTIVES _________________________ 15
place as supervisors, operations managers, Summary of Requirements
human resources technicians and start-up Total Semester Hours ____________________ 120
CREDITS ______________________________
entrepreneurs. The program prepares stu-
dents to take advantage of opportunities General Education Requirements 42
Management and Industrial Relations
in the global job market. Research, special
Program Requirements 51
Suggested Program
projects and independent study permit each
Management and Industrial Relations Electives 12 FIRST SEMESTER ________________________________
student to fit the major to their personal
Free Electives 15 ACCT 101 Principles of Accounting I 3
interests, values and aspirations. Opera-
tional issues as well as broad management 120 ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
policy concerns are emphasized, assuring MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______ FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
relevance of studies to a student’s starting
ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3 CAIS 191 Computer Concepts 3
position and readiness for growth in any or-
ganization, domestic or global. FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
SECOND SEMESTER ______________________________
MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
The program offers flexibility in the selec- SCI Natural Sciences Core 6 ACCT 102 Principles of Accounting II 3
tion of electives to fulfill the major require- HUM Humanities Core 6 ENGL 202 Advanced Composition 3
ments. After completion of required cours- ECON 201 Principles of Economics - Macro 3 CAIS 101 Statistics 3
es, the student may elect courses in small ECON 202 Principles of Economics - Micro 3 SCI Natural Sciences Core 3
ENGL 202 Advanced Composition (for Business) 3 Free Elective 3
business and entrepreneurship, advanced
operations management, human resource FA Fine Arts Core 3 THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________
skills and programs, labor law and conflict CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
ECON 201 Principles of Economics - Macro 3
management, to complete the major. SOSC Social Sciences Core 6
CAIS 102 Applied Statistics 3
Students following an entrepreneurial stud- 42 SOSC Social Science Core 3
ies track, for instance, would take courses FA Fine Arts Core 3
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________ ACCT 103 Managerial/Cost Accounting 3
in small business, advanced operations
ACCT 101 Principles of Accounting I 3
management, and labor law; and complete FOURTH SEMESTER ______________________________
ACCT 102 Principles of Accounting II 3
an independent study focused on prepara- ECON 202 Principles of Economics - Micro 3
ACCT 103 Managerial/Cost Accounting 3
tion of a comprehensive business plan for a CAIS 191 Computer Concepts 3 CAIS 201 Introduction to CAIS 3
prospective business start-up. LAW 251 Business Law I 3 LAW 251 Business Law I 3
Students should consult with the designated CAIS 101 Statistics 3 SCI Natural Science Core 3
undergraduate advisor to plan the selection CAIS 102 Applied Statistics 3 SOSC Social Science Core 3
and sequencing of courses to satisfy the ma- FIN 309 Managerial Finance 3
MGMT 301 Operations Management 3 FIFTH SEMESTER _______________________________
jor requirements.
CAIS 201 Introduction to CAIS 3 FIN 309 Managerial Finance 3
MKTG 305 Principles of Marketing 3 MKTG 305 Principles of Marketing 3
Learning Outcomes FIN 321 Investment Principles 3 MGMT 301
HUM
Operations Management
Humanities Core
3
3
FIN 380 Multinational Finance 3
Learning Objectives MGMT 302 Multiculture Management 3 Free Elective 3
Students will: 1) learn how to work effec- MKTG 342 Multinational Marketing 3
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SIXTH SEMESTER ________________________________
FIN 380 Multinational Finance 3
MKTG 342 Multinational Marketing 3
MGMT 302 Multiculture Management 3
HUM Humanities Core 3
Free Elective 3
SEVENTH SEMESTER _____________________________
FIN 321 Investment Principles 3
BUAD 382 Senior Project/Internship 3
Major Electives 6
Free Elective 3
EIGHTH SEMESTER ______________________________
MGMT 350 Business Policy and Strategy 3
CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
Major Electives 6
Free Elective 3
Total Semester Hours ____________________ 120
153
Marketing Bachelor of Science Degree
Program Director: William Greenspan GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______ Suggested Program
Mandeville Hall, Room 309 ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
Telephone: (203) 576-4378 FIRST SEMESTER _________________________________
FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
Fax: (203) 576-4388 MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3 ACCT 101 Principles of Accounting I 3
E-mail: profweg@bridgeport.edu SCI Natural Sciences Core 6 ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
HUM Humanities Core 6 MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
ECON 201 Principles of Economics - Macro 3 FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
Curriculum and Program ECON 202 Principles of Economics - Micro 3 CAIS 191 Computer Concepts 3
Requirements ENGL 202 Advanced Composition 3 SECOND SEMESTER _______________________________
FA Fine Arts Core 3
In order to prepare for the varied demands ACCT 102 Principles of Accounting II 3
CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
of a career in marketing, the Marketing ma- ENGL 202 Advanced Composition
SOSC Social Sciences Core 6
jor courses follow an interdisciplinary ap- (for Business) 3
proach, stressing fundamentals of behavior- 42 CAIS 101 Statistics 3
al analysis, decision-making, research, and SCI Natural Sciences Core 3
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________ Free Elective 3
the application of managerial techniques to
ACCT 101 Principles of Accounting I 3
marketing problems. THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________
ACCT 102 Principles of Accounting II 3
ACCT 103 Managerial/Cost Accounting 3 ECON 201 Principles of Economics - Macro 3
Learning Outcomes CAIS 191 Computer Concepts 3 CAIS 102
SOSC
Applied Statistics
Social Science Core
3
3
LAW 251 Business Law I 3
Learning Objectives CAIS 101 Statistics 3 FA Fine Arts Core 3
CAIS 102 Applied Statistics 3 ACCT 103 Managerial Accounting 3
Students 1) learn to create a marketing mix
FIN 309 Managerial Finance 3
to market products, services and ideas to FOURTH SEMESTER _______________________________
MGMT 301 Operations Management 3
customers; 2) acquire the knowledge to de- ECON 202 Principles of Economics - Micro 3
CAIS 201 Introduction to CAIS 3
velop marketing strategy; 3) learn how to CAIS 201 Introduction to CAIS 3
MKTG 308 Marketing Research 3
effectively communicate marketing infor- FIN 321 Investment Principles 3 LAW 251 Business Law I 3
mation to their various constituencies; and FIN 380 Multinational Finance 3 SCI Natural Science Core 3
4) develop an understanding of human be- MGMT 302 Multiculture Management 3 SOSC Social Science Core 3
havior related to marketing activity. MKTG 342 Multinational Marketing 3 FIFTH SEMESTER ________________________________
MGMT 350 Business Policy and Strategy 3
assessment BUAD 382 Senior Project/Internship 3
FIN 309 Managerial Finance 3
Students will be evaluated and bench- MKTG 305 Principles of Marketing 3
marked with a standardized marketing test. 54 MGMT 301 Operations Management 3
HUM Humanities Core 3
Students’ marketing knowledge and skills
MARKETING ELECTIVES ________________________ Free Elective 3
will be tested when they begin and finish
the Marketing program with a program spe- MKTG 306 Consumer Behavior 3
SIXTH SEMESTER ________________________________
cific exam. MKTG 307 Management of Promotion 3
MKTG 310 Service Marketing 3 FIN 380 Multinational Finance 3
MKTG 325 Sales Management 3 MKTG 342 Multinational Marketing 3
Summary of Requirements MKTG 350 Marketing Management 3 MGMT 302 Multiculture Management 3
MGMT 320 Entrepreneurship and Small HUM Humanities Core 3
CREDITS ______________________________ Business Management 3 Free Elective 3
General Education Requirements 42 SEVENTH SEMESTER _____________________________
Marketing Program Requirements 54 Select three courses 9
FIN 321 Investment Principles 3
Marketing Electives 9
FREE ELECTIVES _________________________ 15 BUAD 382 Senior Project/Internship 3
Free Electives 15
MKTG 308 Marketing Research 3
120 Total Semester Hours ___________________ 120 Major Elective 3
Free Elective 3
EIGHTH SEMESTER _______________________________
MGMT 350 Business Policy and Strategy 3
CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
Major Electives 6
Free Elective 3
Total Semester Hours ____________________ 120
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Martial Arts Studies Bachelor of Arts Degree
Program Head: Mark Setton one of the Martial Arts and a good working HEALTH SCIENCE TRACK:_________________
Telephone: (203) 576-4965 knowledge of at least one other; 5) dem- CHEM 103 General Chemistry I
Fax: (203) 576-4967 onstrate a grasp of the various Martial Arts’ BIOL 113 Anatomy and Physiology I
Email: msetton@bridgeport.edu notion of “self cultivation” and be able to BIOL 114 Anatomy and Physiology II
Martial Arts Institute Director and Program relate it to their own personal growth; 6) CHEM 104 General Chemistry II
Co-Chair: Yongbom Kim demonstrate the practical leadership skills or PHYS 201 General Physics I
Telephone: (203) 576-4966 and intercultural literacy needed to assume or NUTR 107 Basic Nutrition
E-mail: ybkim@bridgeport.edu entry level leadership positions in business,
government, and in civil society; 7) de- 14-16
velop appreciation of diversity in the world CRIMINAL JUSTICE TRACK: _______________
Curriculum and Program and in intellectual areas such as but not SOC 315 Criminology
Requirements limited to the humanities and the social sci- SOC 311 Juvenile Delinquency
ences; and 8) show the desire and ability to SOC 270 Sociology of Deviance
The University of Bridgeport’s Martial Arts
pursue learning throughout life. PSCI 223 Introduction to the American Legal System
Studies program is the first degree-granting
Martial Arts Studies program in the United PSCI 101 American Government
* Note that for all International College ma-
PSCI 333 Terror Network
States. A challenging program with a Lib- jors, a portfolio is collected to track prog-
or HUSV 315 Substance Abuse and Chemical Dependency
eral Arts focus, it provides a theoretical and ress in programmatic outcomes. In martial
practical understanding of the Martial Arts arts practica, there is regular testing and 15
of East Asia which have a history of 5000 monitoring of competencies as students go
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______
years. Students may choose from practical through each level of a martial art.
foci in Taekwondo, Taiji, or Karate. The ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
program is designed to explore questions MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
such as the role of East Asian philosophy in
Summary of Requirements HUM Humanities Core 6
WREL 205 Buddhism 3 SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
the Martial Arts and the psychosocial effects
WREL 229 Taoism 3 PSYC 103 Introduction to Psychology 3
of the practice of the Martial Arts. Through
MARTS 261 Psychosocial Aspects of Martial Arts 3 FA Fine Arts Core 3
the relationships with their teachers and MARTS 212 The History of Martial Arts 3 FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
their peers, the student is meant to expe- MARTS 213 Martial Arts and East Asian Thought 3 SCI Natural Science Core 6
rience a growing sense of community and MARTS 234 Issues in Taijiquan CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
shared responsibility. or MARTS 235 Issues in Taekwondo 3 Liberal Arts Electives 7
The program, offered through the Univer- MARTS 278 Survey of the Martial Arts 3
sity’s International College, examines four MARTS 311 Communication and the Martial Arts 3
MARTS 312 Image and Reality in the Martial Arts 3 40
dimensions of the Martial Arts, including 1)
the historical and philosophical roots of the MARTS 398 Internship 3
MARTS 395 Senior Thesis/Presentation 3 Total Semester Hours ____________________ 120
Martial Arts, 2) the languages and cultures
of the societies in which the Martial Arts Entering students with experience in Tae-
originated and developed, 3) in-depth study Foundation Practica
kwondo, Taiji will be tested and placed in
of at least one of the Martial Arts, 4) the Choose from one of the following practica: a class, which corresponds to their level
psychosocial dimensions of the Martial Arts Taekwondo Practicum 1-8 or Taiji Practicum 1-8 8 of proficiency in the martial arts that they
with a special focus on the impact that the chose. Students with no experience in Tae-
47 kwondo would start in level 1 and normal-
Martial Arts have upon the human personal-
ity and upon interpersonal relations. ly would graduate after four years having
FREE ELECTIVES _______________________________ 21
completed levels 1 through 8. Students en-
Students in the program may choose one of tering into Taekwondo who already hold a
several career tracks: A Criminal Justice track; CONCENTRATIONS Black Belt could advance as high as level 16
a Health Science track; or a Business track. (students may choose from one of the following concen-
trations):
by the completion of their studies.
CONCENTRATION IN BUSINESS: ____________ Similar to Taekwondo, as explained in the
Learning Outcomes footnote above, students will be ranked and
ECON 201 Macro Economics placed in appropriate level if they enter the
Martial Arts Studies students will: 1) demon- or ECON 202 Micro Economics
strate critical thinking skills; 2) demonstrate program with advanced experience in Taiji.
MKTG 305 Principles of Marketing
basic math and science skills; 3) demon- MGMT 301 Operations Management Free electives also can be used to complete
strate strong written and oral communica- MGMT 302 Multicultural Management a minor/track or a concentration.
tion skills; 4) demonstrate competency in
the history, theory and practice of at least 12
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Suggested Program SIXTH SEMESTER_________________________________
MARTS 242 Taekwondo 6
FIRST SEMESTER _________________________________ or MARTS 252 Taiji Practicum 6 1
ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3 PSCI 321 Political Economy of East Asia 3
MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3 MARTS 234 Issues in Taiji
CHN, JPN, KORN 101 or MARTS 235 Issues in Taekwondo 3
Foreign Language Level I 3 Liberal Arts Elective 3
WREL 205 Buddhism 3 Free Elective/Minor/Concentration 3
MARTS 110 Taekwondo 1
or MARTS 121 Taiji Practicum 1 SEVENTH SEMESTER ______________________________
or Karate Practicum 1 1 CAPS 390 Capstone Seminar 3
FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3 HUM Humanities Core 3
MARTS 243 Taekwondo 7
SECOND SEMESTER _______________________________ or MARTS 253 Taiji Practicum 7 1
MARTS 111 Taekwondo 2 Liberal Arts Elective 4
or MARTS 122 Taiji Practicum 2 1 Free Elective / Minor / Concentration 3
CHN, JPN, KORN 102
Foreign Language Level II 3 EIGHTH SEMESTER _______________________________
WREL 216 Daoism 3 MARTS 244 Taekwondo 8
MARTS 212 The History of Martial Arts 3 or MARTS 244 Taiji Practicum 8
SCI Natural Science Core 3 MARTS 395 Senior Thesis / Presentation 3
Free Elective / Minor / Concentration 3 MARTS 398 Internship 3
Free Elective / Minor / Concentration 6
THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________
HUM Humanities Core 3 Total Semester Hours ____________________ 120
PSYC 103 Introduction to Psychology 3 *Students who do not meet the modern language require-
CHN, JPN, KORN 103 ment for the B.A. degree must use 3-12 semester hours free
Foreign Language Level III 3 electives, depending on their level of competency, to satisfy
MARTS 112 Taekwondo 3 this requirement.
or MARTS 123 Taiji Practicum 3 1
MARTS 213 Martial Arts & East Asian Thought 3
Free Elective / Minor / Concentration 3
FOURTH SEMESTER _______________________________
SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
SCI Natural Science Core 3
CHN, JPN, KORN 104 Foreign Language Level IV 3
MARTS 114 Taekwondo 4
or MARTS 124 Taiji Practicum 4 1
MARTS 312 Image & Reality in the Martial Arts 3
Free Elective/Minor/Concentration 3
FIFTH SEMESTER _________________________________
FA Fine Arts Core 3
PSYC 216 Psychological Aspect of Martial Arts 3
MARTS 241 Taekwondo 5
or MARTS 251 Taiji Practicum 5 1
MARTS 278 Survey of the Martial Arts 3
MARTS 311 Communications & Martial Arts 3
Free Elective/Minor/Concentration 3
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Mass Communication Bachelor of Arts Degree
Chair: Yanmin Yu Internships, Cooperative els; 6) demonstrate an understanding of the
Telephone: (203) 576-4157 roles of communication in fostering inter-
Fax: (203) 576-4967 Education action and interdependence across gender,
E-mail: yanmin@bridgeport.edu Students are strongly encouraged to obtain race, and culture; 7) demonstrate the ability
working experience in the Mass Commu- to apply communication theories to analyze
nication field through either the coopera- contemporary problems; 8) demonstrate an
Curriculum and Program tive education program or the internship understanding of the history, development,
Requirements program. To participate in either co-op or and practice of the print media, electronic
internship, students must meet the follow- media, and the new media.
The Bachelor of Arts degree is awarded in
ing requirements: * Note that for all International College ma-
Mass Communication, with concentrations
in Advertising, International Communica- a be of junior standing jors, a portfolio is collected to track progress
tion, Fashion Business communication, in programmatic outcomes.
b. have completed at least 18 hours of
Journalism, Public Relations, and Sports
coursework in mass communication
Communications. The Mass Communica-
tion Program offers students an interdisci- c. have at least a 2.5 QPA in mass commu-
Summary of Requirements
plinary foundation in the basic theory and nication with no grade below a C-minus PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________
(36 SEMESTER HOURS)
skills necessary to become media practitio-
d. be a student in good academic standing
ners and more informed media consumers. MASS COMMUNICATION CORE
at the university
Students have the opportunity for intern- MCOM 110 Public Communication 3
ships and independent projects that allow Students may apply three (3) semester MCOM 111 Introduction to Mass Communication 3
them to have real world experience in the hours of co-op internship or independent MCOM 211 Communication Theory 3
mass media professions. Graduates of this study to the thirty-six (36) hours required in MCOM 395 Senior Seminar in Mass
program have gone on to a variety of ca- the mass communication major. Additional Communication 3
reers in the media field, including those in hours of co-op, internship or independent
12
advertising, corporate communication, pub- study credit may be applied to general elec-
lic relations, journalism, and broadcasting. tive credits required for graduation. CONCENTRATIONS
Recent graduates have also gone onto top Choice of 15 semester hours in one of the
concentrations listed below
graduate program in Journalism and Mass Depth Study
Communication. ADVERTISING
Students are encouraged to obtain a minor of
MCOM 220 Introduction to Advertising 3
Students attaining the degree in Mass Com- 18-24 semester hours in another department,
munication must complete 36 hours of or a concentration of 15 semester hours of Take FOUR course from the following:
coursework in the Mass Communication related courses outside Mass Communication MCOM 323 Advertising Copywriting 3
area. All students must complete the 12- minor and concentrations should be chosen MCOM 330 Advertising Media Planning 3
hour core requirements. In addition, stu- in consultation with an advisor. MCOM 339 Advertising and PR Campaigns 3
dents must complete 12 hours in one of the MCOM 201 Persuasive Communication 3
concentrations. Learning Outcomes MCOM 270 Public Relations 3
MCOM 357 Portfolio Project 3
In addition to the 12-hour core and 12-hour Students of the B.A. in Mass Communica-
concentration, students are also required tion Program will: 1) demonstrate effective 15
to complete an additional 12-hour elective speaking and listening skills for communi- INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION
coursework in Mass Communication for a cation in personal, public, and media ar- MCOM 290 Intercultural Communication 3
total of 36 hours. Students are required to eas; 2) demonstrate effective writing skills (Plus any four of the following courses)
successfully pass courses in Mass Commu- for communication in personal, public, and MCOM 284 Business and Professional
nication with a grade of C or better. Semes- media areas; 3) demonstrate the ability to Communication 3
ter hours earned for a grade below C in an observe events, gather information, write SOC 231 Cultural Anthropology 3
elective Mass Communication course (in- news reports and news releases, report on PSCI 206 Pol. Eco. of North/South Relations 3
cluding those no longer offered), not raised events, and edit other people’s writings; 4) PSCI 204 Government and Politics Abroad 3
to a C or better, will be added beyond the demonstrate the ability to understand the PSCI 305 International Relations
120 otherwise needed for graduation. media critically and recognize how media or PSCI 207 World Politics
shape and are shaped by politics, society, or PSCI 312 Diplomacy & Foreign Policy
culture, economics, and daily lives; 5) dem- or PSCI 209 Intro to United Nations Studies 3
onstrate the ability to recognize the power WREL 275 Religion, Conflict and Mediation 3
of persuasion and ethical responsibilities of WREL 305 Comparative Religious Ethics 3
communicators in communication at all lev- WREL 374 Religion and Politics in
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the Middle East 3 FOREIGN LANGUAGE _______________________ 6 SIXTH SEMESTER_________________________________
WREL 348 Religion and Society 3 SCI Natural Science Core 3
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
WREL 288 Internet Religion 3 MCOM Advertising and PR Campaigns 3
ENGL C101 Composition and Rhetoric 3
WREL 305 Comparative Religious Ethics 3 Mass Communication Elective 3
MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
WREL 348 Religion and Society 3 Liberal Arts Elective 3
HUM Humanities Core 6
Elective 3
15 SOSC Social Science Core 6
FA Fine Arts Core 3 SEVENTH SEMESTER ______________________________
FASHION JOURNALISM
SCI Natural Science Core 6 CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar
MCOM 247 Fashion Journalism 3 FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
FM 101 Fashion Fundamentals 3 or MCOM 395 Senior Seminar in Mass Communication 3
CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3 Mass Communication Elective 3
MCOM 392 Fashion Journalism Internship 3 Liberal Arts Electives 7 Liberal Arts Elective 3
Take TWO courses from the following: TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS _____________120 Electives 6
MCOM 240 News Reporting & Writing 3
MCOM 284 Business and Prof Communication 3 EIGHTH SEMESTER _______________________________
MCOM 341 Magazine and Feature Writing 3 Suggested Program (Advertising) CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
MCOM 345 Newspaper Editing & Production 3 Electives 12
MCOM 390 Media Law and Ethics 3 FIRST SEMESTER _________________________________
FYS C101 First Year Seminar 3 Total Semester Hours ____________________ 120
15 ENGL C101 Composition and Rhetoric 3
JOURNALISM HUM Humanities 3
MCOM 240 News Reporting 3 MCOM 110 Public Communication 3
*Students who do not meet the modern language require-
MCOM 341 Magazine and Feature Writing 3 Foreign Language 101 3 ment for the B.A. degree must use 3-12 semester hours free
MCOM 345 Newspaper Editing and Production 3 electives, depending on their level of competency, to satisfy
SECOND SEMESTER _______________________________ this requirement.
MCOM 360 Broadcast Journalism 3
MCOM 390 Media Law and Ethics 3 MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra
or MATH C108 Ideas of Mathematics 3
15 HUM Humanities Core 3
MCOM 111 Introduction to Mass Communication 3
PUBLIC RELATIONS
Foreign Language 102 3
MCOM 270 Public Relations 3
Elective 3
Take FOUR course from the following:
THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________
MCOM 201 Persuasive Communication 3
SOSC Social Science 3
MCOM 346 Media Management 3
FA Fine Arts Core 3
MCOM 384 Organizational Communication 3
MCOM 211 Communication Theory 3
MCOM 339 Advertising and PR Campaigns 3
MCOM 220 Introduction to Advertising
MCOM 370 Publicity Methods 3
or MCOM 270 Public Relations 3
15 Elective 3
SPORTS JOURNALISM FOURTH SEMESTER _______________________________
MCOM 251 Sports Journalism 3 SOSC Social Science Core 3
MCOM 398 Sports Journalism Internship 3 MCOM 323 Advertising Copywriting
Take THREE course from the following:
or MCOM 370 Publicity Methods 3
Mass Communication Elective 3
MCOM 240 News Reporting & Writing 3
Elective 6
MCOM 255 Sports Business and Marketing 3
MCOM 360 Broadcast Journalism 3 FIFTH SEMESTER _________________________________
MCOM 341 Magazine and Feature Writing 3 SCI Natural Science Core 3
MCOM 354 Media, Sports, & Society 3 MCOM 330 Advertising Media Planning 3
PSYC 355 Sports Psychology 3 Mass Communication Elective 3
MCOM 390 Media Law and Ethics 3 Elective 3
15 Liberal Arts Elective 3
MASS COMMUNICATION ELECTIVES __________ 12
FREE ELECTIVES* ________________________ 33
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Mathematics Bachelor of Arts Degree
Chair: data and to communicate, prove and justify Suggested Program
Charles Dana Hall, Room 151 their findings; 5) be prepared for various
Telephone: (203) 576-4268 qualifying examinations such as the GRE FIRST YEAR _____________________________________
Fax: (203) 576-4051 and PRAXIS II. ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
E-mail: MATH 111 Calculus I 4
Summary of Requirements CPSC 101 Introduction to Computing I 3
HUM Humanities Core 3
Curriculum and Program PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________ MATH 112 Calculus II 4
MATH 110 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I PHYS 111 Principles of Physics I 4
Requirements or MATH 111 Acceler. Calculus & Analytic Geo. I 4 CPSC 102 Introduction to Computing II 3
Mathematics programs at the University MATH 112 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II 4 Foreign Language 3
of Bridgeport are designed to prepare the MATH 214 Linear Algebra 3
student for graduate work in applied math- MATH 215 Calculus and Analytic Geometry III 4 SECOND YEAR ___________________________________
ematics and allied areas, industrial employ- MATH 227 Discrete Structures 3 MATH Linear Algebra 3
ment and government employment as well MATH 301 Differential Equations 3 MATH Calculus III 4
as for careers in actuarial science and the MATH 314 Numerical Methods 3 PHYS 112 Principles of Physics II 4
quantitative areas of the biological and so- MATH 323 Probability and Statistics I 3 FA Fine Arts Core 3
cial sciences. Mathematics Electives* 6 Foreign Language 6
CPSC 101 Introduction to Computing I 3 MATH 301 Diff. Equations 3
Bachelor of Arts requires a total of 36 semes- CPSC 102 Introduction to Computing II 3 MATH 323 Probability & Statistics I 3
ter hours in mathematics and at least nine SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
additional semester hours from mathemat- 39 HUM Humanities Core 3
ics or related area courses numbered 300 or
THIRD YEAR _____________________________________
above. All degree programs in Mathematics GENERAL EDUCATION
require Computer Science 101 and 102. MATH 314 Numerical Methods 3
REQUIREMENTS ________________________ Math Electives 9
Students may take additional mathematics MCOM 110 Public Communication 3 Free Electives 9
electives; those who intend to go to graduate FYS 101 First Year Studies 3 MATH 227 Discrete Math 3
school are advised to obtain competence in ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3 SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
foreign language, and to elect one or more of PHYS 111/112 Principles I & II 8 MATH 391 Modern Algebra 3
those 400 level mathematics courses which HUM Humanities Core 6 Foreign Language 3
are open to undergraduates and described in FA Fine Arts Core 3
SOSC Social Sciences Core 6 FOURTH YEAR ___________________________________
the graduate catalog. A total of 120 semester
hours is required for graduation. Liberal Arts Electives 8 HUM Humanities Elective 3
CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3 Math Electives 9
For any of these major or minor degrees, MATH 399 Topic in Math 3
the student is expected to work out a mean- 40 Free Electives 9
ingful program with his/her advisor. Caps C390 Capstone Seminar 3
FOREIGN LANGUAGE ______________________ 12
The following year-by-year course displays Total Semester Hours ____________________ 120
are to be regarded as illustrative of a typi- FREE ELECTIVES _________________________ 28
cal program leading to a Bachelor’s degree *Mathematics and cognate courses at the 200 level or
in mathematics with a total of 120 semester higher.
Total Semester Hours ____________________ 120
hours required for graduation.
Learning Outcomes
Students with a B.A. in Mathematics will
1) have learned fundamental knowledge
of Mathematics and be prepared to pursue
graduate study or to work as professional
mathematicians; 2) have well-developed
quantitative and analytical skills; 3) be able
to use skills in mathematical reasoning and
critical thinking to understand and analyze
phenomena of nature, modern science and
society; 4) be able to make inferences from
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Chair: For any of these major or minor degrees, HUM Humanities Core 6
Dana Hall, Room 151 the student is expected to work out a mean- FYS 101 First Year Studies 3
Telephone: (203) 576-4268 ingful program with his/her advisor. FA Fine Arts Core 3
Fax: (203) 576-4051 SOSC Social Sciences Core 6
The following year-by-year course displays CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
E-mail:
are to be regarded as illustrative of a typi- Liberal Arts Electives 8
cal program leading to a Bachelor’s degree
Curriculum and Program in mathematics with a total of 120 semester 40
hours required for graduation.
Requirements Total Semester Hours ____________________ 120
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics at the Learning Outcomes
University of Bridgeport is, primarily, a pro-
Students with a B.A. in Mathematics will
Suggested Program
gram in applied mathematics. It provides
1) have learned fundamental knowledge FIRST YEAR _____________________________________
the student with the fundamentals of the
of Mathematics and be prepared to pursue ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
major areas of mathematics, with special
graduate study or to work as professional MATH 110 Calculus I 4
emphasis on those branches of mathematics
mathematicians; 2) have well-developed CPSC 101 Introduction to Computing I 3
that are important in applications. The pro-
quantitative and analytical skills; 3) be able MCOM 205 Interpersonal Communications 3
gram provides the necessary background
to use skills in mathematical reasoning and HUM Humanities Core 3
for students who wish to apply mathemat- MATH 112 Calculus II 4
critical thinking to understand and analyze
ics in the natural sciences, as well as for a PHYS 111 Principles of Physics I 4
phenomena of nature, modern science and
career in business. Employment opportuni- PYHS 112 Principles of Physics II 4
society; 4) be able to make inferences from
ties for applied mathematicians exist in in- CPSC 102 Introduction to Computing II 3
data and to communicate, prove and justify
dustries, medical technology, and financial
their findings; 5) be prepared for various SECOND YEAR ___________________________________
institutions.
qualifying examinations such as the GRE
MATH 214 Linear Algebra 3
Choices for a degree program with a major and PRAXIS II. MATH 215 Calculus III 4
in mathematics are the Bachelor of Science SCI Natural Science Core 4
in Mathematics with emphasis in natural sci- Summary of Requirements FA Fine Arts Core 3
ences, computer science, or actuarial math- Foreign Language I 3
ematics. PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________ MATH 301 Diff. Equations 3
Bachelor of Science requires a total of 40 se- MATH 110 Calculus & Analytic Geometry I MATH 323 Probability & Statistics I 3
or MATH 111 Acceler. Calculus & Analytic Geo. I 4 Foreign Language II 3
mester hours in mathematics. Students may
MATH 112 Calculus & Analytic Geometry II 4 SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
take additional mathematics electives; those
MATH 214 Linear Algebra 3 HUM Humanities Core 3
who intend to go to graduate school are
MATH 215 Calculus and Analytic Geometry III 4
advised to obtain competence in a foreign MATH 227 Discrete Structures 3 THIRD YEAR _____________________________________
language. A total of 120 semester hours is MATH 301 Differential Equations 3 MATH 314 Numerical Methods 3
required for graduation. MATH 314 Numerical Methods 3 Math Elective (in concentration) 3
The Bachelor of Science with emphasis in MATH 323 Probability and Statistics I 3 Free Electives 6
computer science must include a minimum *Mathematic Electives 12 MATH 227 Discrete Math 3
of 18 hours in computer science not in- CPSC 101 Introduction to Computing I 4 MATH 401 Advanced Anal. I 3
cluding MATH/CPSC 227. The Bachelor of CPSC 102 Introduction to Computing II 3 MATH 402 Advanced Anal. II 3
SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
Science with emphasis in natural sciences 46 MATH 391 Modern Algebra 3
must include a minimum of 19 hours of
Physics, not including Physics 103, 201, or ELECTIVES IN CONCENTRATION ______________ 27 FOURTH YEAR ___________________________________
202. The Bachelor of Science with emphasis Topic (Interdisciplinary Studies
in social sciences must include a minimum TOPIC (INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES in Applied Math) 6
of 18 hours in social science. IN APPLIED MATH) _________________________ 6 MATH Math elective 3
MATH 399 Topic in Math 3
79
MATHEMATICS MINOR Electives (in concentration) 3
*Mathematics and cognate courses at the 200 level or Free Electives 8
Students wishing to obtain a minor in math- higher. MATH 424 Mathematical Statistics II 3
ematics must take Math 110, Math 112, Math CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______
215 and at least 2 courses at the 200 level
or higher. ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3 Total Semester Hours ____________________ 120
PHYS 111, 112 Principles of Physics I & II 8
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Medical Technology Bachelor of Science Degree
Program Director: Kathleen Engelmann, interpretive algorithms, hold diverse. be accepted for the Fall 2012 or later. Ap-
Ph.D., CLS (NCA) 3. responsibilities in areas of analysis and plication from transferring seniors will not
Dana Hall, Room 213 clinical decision-making, regulatory be accepted, however exceptions may be
Telephone: (203) 576-4253 compliance with applicable regula- made for students transferring from NAA-
Fax: (203) 576-4262 tions, education, and quality assur- CLS accredited 3+1 university-based pro-
E-mail: engelmann@bridgeport.edu ance/performance improvement wher- grams on a case by case basis for the Fall
ever laboratory testing is researched, 2013 or later.
Curriculum and Program developed or performed.
4. Possess basic knowledge, skills, and TOEFL scores
Requirements relevant experiences in consultative in- Paper-based: 550
A B.S. degree in Medical Technology pro- teractions with members of the health- Computer-based: 213
vides exciting opportunities for individuals care team, external relations, customer Internet-based: 80
with an interest in science who wish to pur- service and patient education; financial, We also accept the IELTS (International
sue a career in a health/medical profession operations, marketing, and human re- English Language Testing System) and re-
or other laboratory-related field. Medical source management; information man- quire an Overall band score of 6.5 and no
Technologists, also called Clinical Labora- agement, and; research design/practice part score lower than 6.0
tory Scientists, analyze human blood and sufficient to evaluate published studies
other body fluids using a variety of meth- as an informed consumer.
ods and precision instruments. The results
5. Be proficient in maintaining necessary
Program Requirements and
of these analyses are used to determine
the presence or absence of disease, help
operations for the general functions of Features
the clinical laboratory, including speci- Completion of the Medical Technology de-
determine appropriate treatment, monitor
men collection. gree requires 28 weeks of supervised clini-
therapy, and assess health. In addition to
performance and interpretation of labora- cal work in a hospital laboratory, provided
tory procedures, clinical laboratory scien- Entrance Requirements and by our clinical affiliates.
tists may be involved in the selection of lab
methods or analyzers, as well as training, Advising Since the curriculum includes laboratory
work done under professional supervision,
supervision, and consultation with other Incoming Freshman who have met the fol- the degree candidate not only must satisfy
health care professionals. lowing criteria: (a) SAT scores of 530 verbal the customary expectations of academic
and 520 math, and 480 writing or composite work but also must meet the high-quality
Pending program accreditation, comple- ACT score of 22; (b) Grade point average of
tion of the degree will lead to eligibility for standards demanded of a professional med-
B (3.0) or better; (c) Three years of math- ical technologist. Students must maintain a
certification by the Board of Registry of the ematics and two lab sciences in high school
American Society of Clinical Pathology as a minimum GPA of 2.50. MT students are re-
can declare a MT major at any time during quired to maintain a grade of C or better in
Medical Laboratory Scientist. the first two years of study. all required courses. MT students must pass
The UB Medical Technology program is The formal medical technology curriculum a comprehensive pre-clinical examination
pursuing accreditation through the National encompasses the last two years of study. prior to pursuing their clinical rotations.
Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory All prospective MT majors, including trans-
Sciences, 5600 N. River Rd., Suite 720, Rose- Individual professional liability insurance is
fer students will be evaluated prior to the required of each student and can be pur-
mont, IL 60018-5119 fall semester of the junior year to determine chased through American Society for Clini-
whether all the necessary pre-requisites cal Laboratory Science (ASCLS).
Learning Outcomes have been met or are in progress. To con-
tinue into the junior year of the program all
Criminal background checks are required
Upon successful completion of this pro- before clinical rotations. A background
MT majors must complete a minimum 61 check that is not “clear” may preclude rota-
gram, students will: semester hours including all UB general ed- tions at some hospitals and prevents em-
1. Be proficient in performing the full ucation requirements, except Capstone, and ployment at most healthcare facilities.
range of clinical laboratory tests in areas all science foundation courses. Students
such as hematology, clinical chemistry, must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.50. MT As a closure requirement for graduation,
immunohematology, microbiology, se- majors are required to maintain a grade of C students must pass a comprehensive de-
rology/immunology, coagulation, mo- or better in all science foundation courses. partment examination covering all aspects
lecular, and other emerging diagnostics. of clinical laboratory science. However, is-
Applications from transferring sophomores suing of the degree is not contingent on
2. Be able to participate in the develop- will be accepted for the Fall 2011 or later. passing any type of external certification or
ment and evaluation of test systems and Applications from transferring juniors will licensure examination.
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Pre-Physician Assistant and Science Foundation Courses
BIOL 113 Anatomy and Physiology I 4
SOPHOMORE YEAR _______________________________
Health Professional Options BIOL 102 General Biology II 4
Fall Semester
SOSC, HUM Social Science, Humanities
CHEM 205 Organic Chemistry I 4
The Medical Technology Major meets all or FA or Fine Arts Core 3
MATH 203/203B Biostatistics 4
pre-requisites for UB’s Physician Assistant CHEM 205 Organic Chemistry I 4
CHEM 206 Organic Chemistry II 4
program, including 500 hours of clinical ex- PHYS 201 General Physics I 4
CHEM 302 Analytical Methods 4
perience. Successful graduates of the Medi- BIOL 307 Genetics 3
CHEM 360 Biochemistry 3
cal Technology program are also highly MATH 203/203B Biostatistics 4
BIOL 320 Microbiology 4
competitive for other medical, health, and PHYS 201 General Physics I* 4 18
research oriented graduate programs. BIOL 307 Genetics* 3 Spring Semester
*Recommended courses. PSYC 380 Biological Psychology 3
MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY MINOR 31-38 CHEM 206 Organic Chemistry II 4
CHEM 302 Analytical Methods 4
Biology majors wishing to obtain a minor GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______ CHEM 360 Biochemistry 3
in Medical Technology must take BIOL 113, ENGL 101 English Composition 3 BIOL 320 Microbiology 4
BIOL 320, BIOL 332, BIOL 441, CHEM 360, FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
CHEM 380, and at least two 300 level MLS MATH 109 Precalculus 4 18
courses. Students interested in this program CHEM 103 General Chemistry I 4 JUNIOR YEAR ____________________________________
should contact the Medical Technology Pro- CHEM 104 General Chemistry II 4
gram Director. A minor Medical Technology PHIL 110 Healthcare Ethics 3 Fall Semester
will not lead to eligibility for certification as HUM Humanities Core 3 BIOL 441 Immunology 4
a Medical Laboratory Scientist. PSYC 380 Biological Psychology 3 BIOL 332 Medical Bacteriology 4
SOSC Social Science Core 3 CHEM 380 Physiological Chemistry 4
FA Fine Arts Core 3 MDTCH 314 Intro to Immunohematology 2
Summary of Requirements CAPS 390 Capstone 3 MDTCH 310 Introduction to Hematology 2
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________ 16
36
Spring Semester
Medical Technology Courses BIOL 443 Molecular Biology 3
Total Semester Hours _________________121-128
BIOL 441 Immunology 4 MDTCH 311 Intro to Clinical Chemistry 3
BIOL 332 Medical Bacteriology 4 MDTCH 317 Mycology/Parasit 4
CHEM 380 Physiological Chemistry
MDTCH 314 Intro to Immunohematology
4
2
Suggested Program CLIN SCI 413L Phlebotomy/UA 1
MDTCH 318 Hemostasis 1
MDTCH 310 Introduction to Hematology 2 FRESHMAN YEAR _________________________________ MDTCH 410 Advanced Hematology 2
BIOL 443 Molecular Biology 3 Fall Semester CAPS 390 Capstone 3
MDTCH 311 Intro to Clinical Chemistry 3 ENGL 101 English Composition 3
MDTCH 317 Mycology/Parasit 4 17
FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
CLIN SCI 413L Phlebotomy/UA 1 MATH 109 Precalculus 4 SENIOR YEAR (CLINICALS:) _________________________
MDTCH 318 Hemostasis 1 CHEM 103 General Chemistry I 4
MDTCH 410 Advanced Hematology 2 Fall Semester
BIOL 113 Anatomy and Physiology I 4
MDTCH 411 Advanced Clinical Chemistry 2 MDTCH 411 Advanced Clinical Chemistry 2
MDTCH 414 Advanced Immunohematology 2 18 MDTCH 414 Advanced Immunohematology 2
MDTCH 430 Clinical Education/Management 2 Spring Semester Clinical Rotations 8
MDTCH 431 Clinical Correlations (Clinical) 2 SOSC, HUM Social Science, Humanities 12
MDTCH 421 Clinical Chemistry Laboratory (Clinical) 5 or FA or Fine Arts Core 6
MDTCH 424 Clinical Immunohematology CHEM 104 General Chemistry II 4 Spring Semester
Laboratory (Clinical) 3 BIOL 102 General Biology II 4 MDTCH 430 Clinical Education/Management 2
MDTCH 420 Clinical Hematology Laboratory PHIL 110 Healthcare Ethics 4 MDTCH 431 Clinical Correlations 2
(Clinical) 4 Clinical Rotations 8
MDTCH 422 Clinical Microbiology Laboratory 17
12
(Clinical) 4
Total Semester Hours ____________________ 128
54
162
Music Arts Bachelor of Music Degree
Program Head: Jeffrey Johnson Jazz Studies Summary of Requirements
Bernhard Center, Room 310
The Jazz Studies concentration of the Bach- REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL
Telephone: (203) 576-4407
elor of Music degree is designed to refine CONCENTRATIONS ______________________
Fax: (203) 576-4052
and develop skills essential to professional
E-mail: jjohnson@bridgeport.edu
jazz musicians. Ensemble experience and GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
private study on major instrument and
ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
Curriculum and Program courses in improvisation and jazz arranging MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
are provided. Junior and Senior Recitals on
Requirements major instrument are required.
HUM Humanities Core 6
SOSC Social Sciences 6
The Music Program offers four distinct SCI Natural Sciences Core 6
four-year programs leading to the Bach- FA Fine Arts Core 3
elor of Music degree, Music Education, Music Business FYS 101 First Year Studies 3
Performance, Jazz Studies and Music Busi- A highly demanding combination of inten- CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
ness. Bachelor of Music candidates must sive musical studies and business courses. Liberal Arts Electives 7
complete all academic core courses, mu- Acceptance is conferred by joint decision
sic foundation courses, and the specific of the Music Program and the Business 40
requirements of their concentration before School. Students with strong musical skills MUSIC FOUNDATION COURSES
graduating. and above average SAT scores with a strong MUSC 109 Theory 1 3
record of academic achievement are en- MUSC 110 Theory 2 3
couraged to apply. MUSC 215 Theory 3 3
Music Education MUSC 216 Theory 4 3
The Music Education concentration of the MUSC 109a Aural Theory 1
Bachelor of Music degree is designed to
JURIES MUSC 110a Aural Theory 1
prepare students to become effective mu- During the final examination period of each MUSC 215a Aural Theory 1
sic teachers, and to enter a master’s degree semester, music majors must take an exami- MUSC 216a Aural Theory 1
program in music education. The Univer- nation in their major applied area before a MUSC 201 Masterpieces of Music 1 2
sity’s School of Education offers a master’s music faculty jury. MUSC 202 Masterpieces of Music 2 2
degree (M.S.Ed.)/Certification Program. MUSC 203 History of Western Music 1 3
Contact the School of Education at (203) MUSC 204 History of Western Music 2 3
SOPHOMORE REVIEW MUSC 255 Group Piano 2
576-4194 for more information.
At the end of the fourth semester each music MUSC 256 Keyboard Harmony 2
major must pass the sophomore review, which MUSC 426 Computers in Music 3
Music Performance consists of a comprehensive critique of aca- MUSC 207 History of Jazz 2
demic and applied work completed to date.
The Music Performance concentration of 35
the Bachelor of Music degree is designed to INDIVIDUAL CONCENTRATION
refine and develop skills essential to profes- Learning Outcomes REQUIREMENTS ________________________
sional musicians. Extensive chamber music
By completing B.M. in Music program, stu-
experience in both large and small ensem- MUSIC EDUCATION CONCENTRATION
dents will: 1) develop a strong foundation
bles and private study on major instrument MUSC 100 Applied Major 8
in the theory and history of music; 2) se-
are central to this concentration. Students MSED 220 Vocal Diction 3
lect a musical concentration—performance, MSED 221 Group Strings 3
are expected to audition on a major instru-
education, or music business—and develop MSED 222 Group Strings II 3
ment chosen from the following list: Bass,
foundational skills in this area; 3) further MSED 227 Group Recorder 3
Bassoon, Clarinet, Flute, French Horn, Clas-
develop skills in voice or on a musical in- MSED 228 Group Recorder II 3
sical Guitar, Harpsichord, Historical Instru-
strument; 4) possess sufficient musical acu- MSED 226 Group Percussion 3
ment, Jazz Guitar, Harp, Oboe, Organ, Per-
men to make creative contributions to musi- MUSC 311 Vocal Conducting 3
cussion, Piano, Recorder, Saxophone, Sitar,
cal performances and fusion ensembles; 5) MUSC 312 Instrumental Conducting 3
Tabla, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, Violin,
further their ability to work in, learn from, MSED 332 Band/Orch Lit and Techniques 3
Viola, Violoncello, Voice. Junior and Senior
and teach groups composed of learners MSED 331 Choral Lit. and Techniques 3
Recitals on major instrument are required.
from diverse backgrounds and with multi- MUSC 298 Piano Maint. and Repair 3
ple skill levels; and 6) be able to bring mu- Ensembles 10
sical knowledge into dialogue with motifs MUSC 240 Pre-teaching Practicum 0
learned through the general education com-
ponent of the undergraduate curriculum.
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and one of the following:
MUSC 241 Choral Practicum 0
MUSIC EDUCATION MUSIC PERFORMANCE
MUSC 242 Instrumental Practicum 0 CONCENTRATION CONCENTRATION
MUSC 395 Senior Recital 0
51 Suggested Program Suggested Program
PERFORMANCE CONCENTRATION
FRESHMAN YEAR _________________________________ FRESHMAN YEAR ________________________________
MUSC 100 Applied Major 16
MUSC 414 Business of Music 2 FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER
Large Ensembles 14 MUSC 100 (1) MUSC 100 (1) MUSC 100 (2) MUSC 100 (2)
Small Ensembles 10 MUSC 109 (3) MUSC 110 (3) MUSC 109 (3) MUSC 110 (3)
MUSC 427 MIDI Performance 3 MUSC 109a (1) MUSC 110a (1) MUSC 109a (1) MUSC 110a (1)
Electives 6 MUSC 201 (2) MUSC 202 (2) MUSC 201 (2) MUSC 202 (2)
MUSC 295 Junior Recital 0 MSED 226 (3) MUSC 255 (2) Ensembles (3) MUSC 255 (2)
MUSC 395 Senior Recital 0 Ensemble (1) Ensemble (1) Ensemble (2)
Core Curriculum (6) Core Curriculum (6) Core Curriculum (6) Core Curriculum (6)
51 TOTAL (17) TOTAL (16) TOTAL (17) TOTAL (18)
JAZZ STUDIES CONCENTRATION
MUSC 100 Applied Major 16 SOPHOMORE YEAR _______________________________ SOPHOMORE YEAR _______________________________
MUSC 414 Business of Music 2 FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER
MUSC 427 MIDI Performance 3 MUSC 100 (1) MUSC 100 (1) MUSC 100 (2) MUSC 100 (2)
MUSC 304A Jazz Arranging I 3 MUSC 215 (3) MUSC 216 (3) MUSC 215 (3) MUSC 216 (3)
MUSC 304B Jazz Arranging II 3 MUSC 215a (1) MUSC 216a (1) MUSC 215a (1) MUSC 216a (1)
MUSC 208A Jazz Improvisation & Repertoire I 3 MUSC 203 (3) MUSC 204 (3) MUSC 203 (3) MUSC 204 (3)
MUSC 208B Jazz Improvisation & Repertoire II 3 MSED 221 (3) MSED 222X (3) MUSC 256 (2)
MUSC 295 Junior Recital 0
MUSC 256 (2) Ensembles (3) Ensembles (3)
MUSC 395 Senior Recital 0
Ensembles (2) Ensembles (2) Core Curriculum (3) Core Curriculum (3)
Electives 0
Core Curriculum (3) Core Curriculum (3) TOTAL (17) TOTAL (17)
Large Ensembles 10
TOTAL (16) TOTAL (18)
Small Ensembles 8 JUNIOR YEAR ___________________________________
JUNIOR YEAR ___________________________________ FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER
51
MUSIC BUSINESS CONCENTRATION FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER MUSC 100 (2) MUSC 100 (2)
MUSC 100 Applied Major 16 MUSC 100 (1) MUSC 100 (1) MUSC 426 (3) MUSC 427 (3)
MUSC 398 Internship 6 MUSC 311 (3) MUSC 312 (3) MUSC 207 (2) MUSC 414 (2)
MUSC 414 Business of Music 2 MUSC 207 (2) MSED 220 (3) Ensembles (4) Ensembles (3)
(In consultation with an Academic Advisor, Practicum (0) Core Curriculum (6) Core Curriculum (6)
students choose nine non-music courses MUSC 227X (3) MUSC 228X (3) Recital (0)
from this list) Ensemble (1) Ensemble (1) TOTAL (17) TOTAL (16)
MCOM 220* Introduction to Advertising 3 Core Curriculum (6) Core Curriculum (3)
TOTAL (16) TOTAL (14) SENIOR YEAR ____________________________________
MCOM 370 Publicity Methods 3
MCOM 384 Organizational Communications 3 FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER
ACCT 101* Financial Accounting 3 SENIOR YEAR ____________________________________ MUSC 100 (2) MUSC 100 (2)
ACCT 331 Managerial Accounting 3 FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER MUSC Elective (3) Music Elective (3)
ECON 201 Princ Economics-Macro 3 MUSC 100 (1) MUSC 100 (1) Ensembles (3) Ensemble (3)
ECON 202 Princ. Economic-Micro 3 MSED 331 (3) MSED 332 (3) Core Curriculum (6) Core Curriculum (4)
MS 115 Probability for Business 3 MUSC 426 (3) MUSC 298 (3) Recital (0)
MS 120 Statistical Decision Making 3 Practicum (0) TOTAL (14) TOTAL (12)
LAW 251 Business Law I 3 Ensemble (1) Ensemble (1)
MKTG 305* Principles of Marketing 3 Core Curriculum (7) Core Curriculum (6) Total Semester Hours ____________________ 126
MGMT 302 Multicultural Management 3 TOTAL (15) TOTAL (14)
MGMT 320* Entrepreneurship and Small Bus Mgmt 3
MIS 191* Structural Appl Programming 3 Total Semester Hours ____________________ 126
FIN 309 Financial Management 3
51
*Recommended
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JAZZ STUDIES MUSIC BUSINESS
CONCENTRATION CONCENTRATION
Suggested Program Suggested Program
FRESHMAN YEAR _________________________________ FRESHMAN YEAR ________________________________
FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER
MUSC 100 (1) MUSC 100 (1) MUSC 100 (2) MUSC 100 (2)
MUSC 109 (3) MUSC 110 (3) MUSC 109 (3) MUSC 110 (3)
MUSC 109a (1) MUSC 110a (1) MUSC 109a (1) MUSC 110a (1)
MUSC 201 (2) MUSC 202 (2) MUSC 201 (2) MUSC 202 (2)
MUSC 255 (2) MUSC 256 (2) MCOM 220 (3) MUSC 255 (2)
Ensemble (2) Ensemble (2) ACCT 101 (3)
Core Curriculum (6) Core Curriculum (6) Core Curriculum (6) Core Curriculum (6)
TOTAL (18) TOTAL (18) TOTAL (17) TOTAL (19)
SOPHOMORE YEAR _______________________________ SOPHOMORE YEAR _______________________________
FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER
MUSC 100 (2) MUSC 100 (2) MUSC 100 (2) MUSC 100 (2)
MUSC 215 (3) MUSC 216 (3) MUSC 215 (3) MUSC 216 (3)
MUSC 215a (1) MUSC 216a (1) MUSC 215a (1) MUSC 216a (1)
MUSC 203 (3) MUSC 204 (3) MUSC 203 (3) MUSC 204 (3)
MUSC 426 (3) MUSC 427 (3) MUSC 414 (2) MUSC 256 (2)
Ensemble (2) Ensemble (2) MIS 191 (3)
Curriculum (3) Core Curriculum (3) Core Curriculum (3) Core Curriculum (3)
TOTAL (17) TOTAL (17) TOTAL (14) TOTAL (17)
JUNIOR YEAR ___________________________________ JUNIOR YEAR ____________________________________
FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER
MUSC 100 (2) MUSC 100 (2) MUSC 100 (2) MUSC 100 (2)
MUSC 208A (3) MUSC 208B (3) MUSC 207 (2) MCOM 370 (3)
MUSC 207 (2) Recital (0) MKTG 30 (3) ECON 201 (3)
MUSC 414 (2) Ensemble (2) Core Curriculum (6) Core Curriculum (6)
Ensemble (2) Core Curriculum (6) TOTAL (13) TOTAL (14)
Core Curriculum (6)
TOTAL (13) TOTAL (17) SENIOR YEAR ____________________________________
FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER
SENIOR YEAR ____________________________________ MUSC 100 (2) MUSC 100 (2)
FALL SEMESTER SPRING SEMESTER MUSC 398 (3) MUSC 398 (3)
MUSC 100 (1) MUSC 100 (2) MUSC 426 (3)
MUSC 304A (3) MUSC 304B (3) LAW 251 (3) FIN 309 (3)
MUSC 100-Jazz pn (2) Ensemble (3) MGMT 320 (3) Core Curriculum (6)
Ensemble (3) Core Curriculum (3) Core Curriculum (4)
Core Curriculum (6) Recital (0) TOTAL (18) TOTAL (14)
TOTAL (15) TOTAL (11)
Total Semester Hours ____________________ 126
Total Semester Hours _______________ _____ 126
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Psychology Bachelor of Science Degree
Chair: Tracey Ryan chival research, and the main features and Suggested Program
Carlson Hall techniques of psychological experimenta-
Telephone: (203) 576-4175 tion; 5) understand basic data organiza- FIRST SEMESTER _________________________________
Fax: (203) 576-4200 tion, presentation and analysis including ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
E-mail: tryan@bridgeport.edu both inferential and descriptive statistics; 6) MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
understand characteristics of psychological FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
research including the limitations of correla- PSYC 103 Introduction to Psychology 3
Curriculum and Program tion research, experimental biases, placebo Free Elective 3
Requirements effects and ethical issues regarding human SECOND SEMESTER _______________________________
subjects; 7) be able to critically evaluate
The Bachelor of Science degree in Psychol- FA Fine Arts Core 3
the psychological research presented in the
ogy prepares students for work that requires SCI Natural Sciences Core 3
popular press; 8) be able to relate key psy- PSYC 201 Child Psychology 3
liberal arts training as well as psychological
chological concepts and theories to their Psychology Elective 3
knowledge and skills. The major provides
own personal lives; 8) understand how key Free Elective 3
students with a detailed awareness of the
psychological concepts and theories are ap-
field of psychology, including its historical
plied in clinical, medical, educational, hu- THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________
background, paradigms, methods, research
man services and corporate settings; and 9) SCI Natural Science Core 3
findings, and applications. The major ad-
understand connections between Psychol- SOSC Social Science Core 3
dresses the general areas of developmental,
ogy and such other disciplines as Philoso- PSYC 303 Personality Psychology 3
personality, social, cognitive, and abnormal
phy, Biology, Sociology, Religion, and Hu- PSYC 305 Social Psychology 3
psychology. It fosters the development of
man Services. Free Elective 3
verbal, quantitative, analytical, and techno-
logical skills that are useful for work in psy- FOURTH SEMESTER _______________________________
chology and related fields. Summary of Requirements HUM Humanities Core 3
The major requires twelve psychology MAJOR REQUIREMENTS _________________ PSYC 304 Abnormal Psychology 3
PSYC 307 Cognitive Psychology 3
courses (36 semester hours), including PSYC 103 Introduction to Psychology 3 Free Elective 6
Introduction to Psychology (103), Child PSYC 201 Child Psychology 3
Psychology (201), Personality Psychology PSYC 303 Personality Psychology 3 FIFTH SEMESTER _________________________________
(303), Abnormal Psychology (304), Social PSYC 304 Abnormal Psychology 3 SOSC Social Science Core 3
Psychology (305), Cognitive Psychology PSYC 305 Social Psychology 3 Psychology Elective 6
(307), and six other elective psychology PSYC 307 Cognitive Psychology 3 Free Elective 6
courses. A total of 120 credits are required Psychology Electives 18
for graduation. Students wishing to obtain a SIXTH SEMESTER_________________________________
36
minor in Psychology must take Introduction HUM Humanities Core 3
to Psychology and any five additional psy- FREE ELECTIVES _________________________ 42 Psychology Elective 6
chology courses (18 semester hours). Free Elective 6
SEVENTH SEMESTER ______________________________
78
Learning Outcomes GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______
CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
Psychology Elective 3
By completing the B.S. in Psychology pro-
FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3 Free Elective 9
gram, students will: 1) have learned the
ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3
pre-history and the history of Psychology EIGHTH SEMESTER _______________________________
MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
including the evolution of its main issues, HUM Humanities Core 6 Free Elective 15
topic areas, methods and applications; 2) SOSC Social Science Core 6
know the major perspectives in Psychol- SCI Natural Science Core 6 Total Semester Hours ____________________ 120
ogy including Psychoanalysis, Behavior- FA Fine Arts Core 3
ism, Humanistic Psychology and Cognitive CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
Behavioral Neuroscience; 3) understand Liberal Arts Electives 9
the lifespan approach to human biological,
cognitive and psychosocial development; 4) 42
be able to provide examples of the major
Total Semester Hours ____________________ 120
forms of psychological research including
such correlation methods as naturalistic
observation, surveys, case studies and ar-
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Program Head: Beth Skott science discipline; 5) demonstrate they pos- MINOR IN POLITICAL SCIENCE
Carlson Hall, Room 208 sess the cognitive competencies and study PSCI 101 American Government 3
Telephone: (203) 576-4453 skills to succeed in advanced/graduate stud- or PSCI103 Intro to Political Science and 3
Fax: (203) 576-4967 ies in any of the social sciences or in law or Political Research Methods
E-mail: bskott@bridgeport.edu business; 6) demonstrate that they have the PSCI 204 Government and Politics Abroad 3
competencies needed to function compe- PSCI 207 World Politics 3
tently in an entry-level social science-relat- IPED 206 Political Economy of North South 3
Curriculum and Program ed career; and 7) demonstrate competency Relations
or PSCI 209 Introduction to United Nations Studies 3
Requirements in written and oral communication.
SOSC 207 World Regional Geography 3
The Social Sciences major is designed to * Note that for all International College ma- PSCI 323 Classics in Political Theory 3
provide students with a liberal arts expe- jors, a portfolio is collected to track progress or PSCI 324 Recent Political Theory 3
rience from the perspective of the social in programmatic outcomes.
sciences. It is innovative both in its inter- 18
disciplinary approach to subject matter Summary of Requirements CONCENTRATION IN PRE-LAW
and the options it offers students to pursue PSCI 101 American Government 3
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _______________
their goals, whether in graduate school or PSCI 223 Introduction to the American 3
government or the foreign service, in inter- GROUP I Legal System
national agencies or business, in the law, Economics 6 SOC 315 Criminology 3
teaching or community service. In addition History 6 PSCI 204 Government and Politics Abroad 3
to completing the major (i.e. meeting the Political Science 6 or SOC 231 Cultural Anthropology
requirements indicated in Groups I & II), Psychology 6 PSCI 398 Law Internship 3
students may choose to add (i) concentra- Sociology 6
15
tions or minors in Criminal Justice, History, 30
International Studies, Pre-Law, Political Sci- CONCENTRATION IN HISTORY
GROUP II HIST 207 American History I 3
ence, Psychology, Sociology, or (ii) minors
SOSC 395 Thesis 3 or HIST 208 American History II
in career-related areas such as International
SOSC 300 Methods Seminar 3 HIST 233 Roots of Modern Culture 3
Business, Finance, Human Services, and
History Electives 6
Education. Career opportunities tradition- 6
ally available to liberal arts students are 12
much enhanced by the flexibility the Social Total Major Semester Hours: _______________ 36 CONCENTRATION IN INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
Science major permits. In its interdisciplin- PSCI 209 UN Studies 3
MINOR/CONCENTRATION
ary approach, its emphasis on breadth as PSCI 207 World Politics 3
IN THE SOCIAL SCIENCES: ________________
well as depth of learning, and its focus on SOSC 207 World Regional Geography 3
practical skills, the Social Science major pre- MINOR IN SOCIOLOGY PHIL 216 World Religions 3
pares students, for leadership roles in their SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology 3
communities and the world, and for self- or SOC 102 Social Problems 3 12
fulfillment, and for success in their careers. SOC 204 Marriage and Family 3 CONCENTRATION IN PSYCHOLOGY
SOSC 300 Research Methods 3 PSYC 303 Psychology of Personality 3
Plus 3 electives with chair approval 9 PSYC 304 Abnormal Psychology 3
Learning Outcomes PSYC 305 Social Psychology 3
18 PSYC 201 Human Growth & Development I 3
Students in the B.A. in Social Sciences will
1) possess a broad, liberal arts founda- MINOR IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE or PSYC 202 Human Growth & Development II
tion and an understanding of how devel- SOC 118 Intro to Criminal Justice 3
SOC 315 Criminology 3 12
opments in social and intellectual history
shape and affect human values and institu- PSCI 233 Introduction to the American 3
FREE ELECTIVES* ________________________ 20
tions; 2) demonstrate an understanding of Legal System
basic social science methods; 3) demon- or PSCI101 American Government 3
or SOC 311 Juvenile Delinquency 3 FOREIGN LANGUAGE* _____________________ 12
strate that they are conversant (i.e., possess
or SOC 270 Sociology of Deviance 3
a basic grasp) in the disciplines subsumed
HUSV 315 Substance Abuse and Chemical 3
under the “social science” rubric at the Uni-
Dependency
versity of Bridgeport, i.e., political science,
PSCI 333 The Terror Network 3
economics, international studies, and so- SOC 398 Internship in Criminal Justice 3
ciology; 4) demonstrate a more advanced
“working knowledge” of at least one social 18
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GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______ FIFTH SEMESTER _________________________________
ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3 SCI Natural Sciences Core 3
MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3 Sociology (Group I) 3
or MATH C108 Ideas of Mathematics 3 Psychology (Group I) 3
HUM Humanities Core 6 Concentration 1, or Elective 3
SCI Natural Sciences Core 6 Liberal Arts Elective 3
SOSC Social Sciences Core 6
SIXTH SEMESTER_________________________________
FA Fine Arts Core 3
INTST Integrated Studies Core 3 SCI Natural Sciences Core 3
CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3 SOSC 300 Seminar in Methods 3
Liberal Arts Electives 7 Concentration 2 & 3, or Electives 6
Liberal Arts Elective 3
Total Semester Hours ____________________ 120
SEVENTH SEMESTER ________________________
INTST C101B Integrated Studies 3
Suggested Program SOSC 395 Thesis 3
Concentration 4, or Elective 3
FIRST SEMESTER _________________________________ Free Elective 3
ENGL C101 Composition & Rhetoric 3 Liberal Arts Elective 3
HUM Humanities Core 3
Foreign Language 101 3 EIGHTH SEMESTER _______________________________
MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3 CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
History (Group I) 3 Free Electives 12
SECOND SEMESTER _______________________________ Total Semester Hours ____________________ 120
HUM Humanities Core 3 *Students who do not meet the modern language require-
Foreign Language 102 3 ment for the B.A. degree must use 3-12 semester hours free
Psychology (Group I) 3 electives, depending on their level of competency, to satisfy
FA Fine Arts Core 3 this requirement.
Political Science (Group I) 3
THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________
SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
Foreign Language 103 3
Sociology (Group I) 3
Economics (Group I) 3
Political Science (Group I) 3
FOURTH SEMESTER _______________________________
SOSC Social Sciences Core 3
Foreign Language 104 3
Economics (Group I) 3
History (Group I) 3
Elective 3
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World Religions Bachelor of Arts Degree
Director: Stephen Healey students prepare to serve in non-govern- Courses may be selected from
Carlson Hall, Room 208 mental organizations, to seek professional WREL 204 Hinduism
Telephone: (203) 576-4212 degrees to further lives of service, and to WREL 205 Buddhism
Fax: (203) 576-4967 enroll successfully in graduate schools of WREL 207 Judaism
E-mail: healy@bridgeport.edu the highest caliber. Since the program is WREL 208 Early Christianity
personally and intellectually demanding, its WREL 209 Islam
admissions policy is selective. WREL 215 Unification Philosophy
Curriculum and Program WREL 229 Confucianism and Taoism
Requirements Learning Outcomes
C. THESIS
WREL 395 Senior Thesis
The major in World Religions prepares stu-
Students in the B.A.. in World Religions will: The thesis may be taken for six hours.
dents to interpret the influence of religion
in the various spheres of cultural life and in 1) demonstrate a broad mastery of the lib-
light of prevailing political climates. In par- eral arts, including cross-disciplinary and II. CONCENTRATIONS (12 HOURS):
ticular, we study the role of religious values interdisciplinary skills of interpretation, In addition to the common foundation, students complete
in fomenting conflict and promoting peace; critical thinking skills, and oral and writ- their major studies by taking twelve semester credit hours in
in preparing for a life of service; and in giv- ten communication skills; 2) demonstrate one of the following concentrations.
ing depth and direction to culture. their understanding of key social institu-
CONCENTRATION ONE:
tions (and an understanding of their impact
Required courses from a common foun- upon the development of world religions); Religion, Conflict Analysis, and Mediation
dation prepare students to apply their 3) demonstrate a critical, non-prejudicial WREL 275 Religion, Conflict and Mediation
knowledge in one of three concentrations. understanding of how the world’s religions WREL 278 Religion, Peace, and War
In the foundations sequence, students are differentially impact social, political, and WREL 305 Comparative Religious Ethics
acquainted with the belief systems of the economic development; 4) demonstrate WREL 374 Religion and Politics in the Middle East
world’s major religions. This aspect of study mastery of religious studies methods; 5) MCOM 280 Intercultural Communication
involves learning religious studies methods, demonstrate a high-level of competency in CONCENTRATION TWO:
cultivating the capacity for critical analysis, the history, beliefs, evolution, and practice Religion and Community Service
developing cultural sensitivity, and secur- of one religion; competency in one other
ing ability to communicate within an array WREL 275 Religion, Conflict and Mediation
religion; general knowledge of all major re- WREL 305 Comparative Religious Ethics
of cultural idioms. In the concentrations ligions: 6) demonstrate development of tol- WREL 348 Religion and Society
sequence, students focus their learning on erance, respect for diversity and respect for MCOM 280 Intercultural Communication
current problems and practically-oriented the great religious traditions, and commit-
solutions. Three defined concentrations CONCENTRATION THREE:
ment to seek the common good of human
are possible: (1) Religion, Conflict Analysis, welfare; and 7) demonstrate the ability to Religion and Culture
and Mediation; (2) Religion and Community undertake independent work and produce WREL 221 Religion and Fiction
Service; and (3) Religion and Contemporary research at a high quality for undergradu- WREL 254 Religion and Science
Culture. With the consultation of an advisor, ates. WREL 288 Internet Religion
a self-planned option is also possible. WREL 305 Comparative Religious Ethics
* Note that for all International College ma- WREL 348 Religion and Society
In concentration 1, students learn how to jors, a portfolio is collected to track progress
analyze conflicts and train to serve as arbitra- in programmatic outcomes. Major Requirements _________________33-36 hrs
tors or facilitators of dialogue. In concentra-
tion 2, students learn how religious studies
sensibilities can inform organizations dedi-
Summary of Requirements Five Electives* _____________________44-47 hrs
cated to service. In concentration 3, students MAJOR PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS _________ GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS ______
focus on the connections between religion ENGL C101 Composition and Rhetoric 3
and contemporary culture (media, literature, MATH C105 Intermediate Algebra 3
the internet, and politics, for example). Each I. FOUNDATIONS (21-24 HOURS) FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3
concentration can be dynamically adjusted to A. INTRODUCTIONS HUM Humanities Core 6
particular interests and learning needs in the WREL 102 Introduction to Eastern Religions** SOSC Social Sciences Core 6
self-planned concentration. WREL 103 Introduction to Western Religions** SCI Natural Sciences Core 6
(**with the Chair’s permission students may take a higher FA Fine Arts Core 3
Integrative in nature, this study draws upon
level course in lieu of either WREL 102 or WREL 103) CAPS 390 Capstone Seminar 3
other disciplines. Students in World Reli-
Liberal Arts Electives 7
gions are encouraged to take courses in po- B. PROGRAM COURSES
litical science, history, literature, economics, Four 200-level “Program” courses 40
sociology, and mass communication. Our
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World Religions Bachelor of Arts Degree
Suggested Program SEVENTH SEMESTER ______________________________
CAPS C390 Capstone Seminar 3
FIRST SEMESTER _________________________________ Liberal Arts Elective 3
ENGL C101 Composition and Rhetoric 3 WREL Concentration Course 3
MATH C105 College Algebra 3 PSCI 209 U.N. Studies 3
FYS 101 First Year Seminar 3 WREL 395 Thesis 3
WREL 102 Intro. to Western Religions 3
Elective 3
EIGHTH SEMESTER _______________________________
SECOND SEMESTER _______________________________ WREL Concentration Course 3
SCI Natural Sciences Core 3 Liberal Arts Electives 4
FA Fine Arts Core 3 SOSC 207 World Regional Geography 3
HIST 101 World History 3 Elective 3
WREL 102 Intro. to Asian Religions 3 Elective 2
WREL Concentration Course 3
Total Semester Hours ____________________ 120
THIRD SEMESTER ________________________________
*Students who do not meet the modern language require-
LANG 101 Language Requirement 101 3 ment for the B.A. degree must use 3-12 semester hours free
HUM Humanities Core 3 electives, depending on their level of competency, to satisfy
SOSC Social Science Core 3 this requirement.
WREL 200-level Program Course 3
Elective 3
FOURTH SEMESTER _______________________________
LANG 102 Language Requirement 102 3
SOSC Social Science Core 3
MCOM 280 Intercultural Communication 3
WREL 200 level Program Course 3
WREL Concentration Course 3
FIFTH SEMESTER _________________________________
LANG 103 Language Requirement 103 3
HUM Humanities Core 3
WREL 200-level Program Course 3
WREL Concentration Course 3
Elective 3
SIXTH SEMESTER_________________________________
LANG 104 Language Requirement 104 3
SCI Natural Sciences Core 3
WREL 200-level Program Course 3
WREL Concentration Course 3
Elective 3
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