Schedule of Classes




2023 Summer: May 10 - August 15
Laurel (Hybrid)
Stateside hybrid classes for Summer 2023 will be made available the weekend of February 10th, 2023. Registration will open February 13th, 2023.

Course Class No. Section Start & End Date Day Time Status Location
ARTH 334 Understanding Movies (3)
(Formerly HUMN 334.) An analysis of one of the most important means of artistic expression of the 20th century. The goal is to acquire a deeper understanding of the aesthetic qualities of film by considering the stylistic elements of film as it has evolved throughout the century and weighing the special relationship between cinema and literature. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ARTH 334, HUMN 334, or HUMN 498D.
53587 5450 14 Jun 2023-08 Aug 2023 M 6:30P-9:30P Open Laurel (Hybrid)
Faculty: Roeder, Katherine E Syllabus Course Materials
BEHS 343 Parenting Today (3)
An overview of critical issues in modern parenting in the United States and the world. Using an interdisciplinary perspective, students will apply research and theory in family development to practical decision making, taking into account modern and historical trends such as gender roles, socioeconomic status, and single parenting and the impact of divorce on children. Students will also examine the role of race and ethnicity in parenting, LGBT parenting, multigenerational and military families.
53596 5415 17 May 2023-11 Jul 2023 T 6:30P-9:30P Open Laurel (Hybrid)
Faculty: Luguterah, Mercy Bldg/Room: Laurel College Center 502 Syllabus Course Materials
BIOL 301 Human Health and Disease (3)
(For students majoring in both science and nonscience disciplines.) A survey of the mechanisms of disease and their expression in major organ systems of the human body. The goal is to use scientific reasoning to make informed decisions about matters related to human biology and health. Topics include infections, cancer, heart disease, lung disease, diabetes, stroke, malnutrition, poisoning by environmental toxins, stress, inflammation, disorders of the immune system, and aging. Emphasis is on analysis of factors that cause disruption of healthy body functions, leading to disease, and on prevention of disease through control of risk factors and early detection. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 301 or BIOL 398H.
53679 5465 14 Jun 2023-08 Aug 2023 Th 6:30P-9:30P Open Laurel (Hybrid)
Faculty: McMillion, Erika W. Syllabus Course Materials
CMIT 320 Network Security (3)
(Designed to help prepare for the CompTIA Security+ exam.) Prerequisite: CMIT 265, CSIA 302, or CompTIA Network+ certification. A study of the fundamental concepts of computer security and its implementation. The aim is to assess and mitigate risk, evaluate and select appropriate technologies, and apply proper security safeguards.
53747 5460 14 Jun 2023-08 Aug 2023 W 6:30P-9:30P Open Laurel (Hybrid)
Faculty: Windapo, Adeyinka O Syllabus Course Materials
CMIT 321 Ethical Hacking (3)
(Formerly CMIT 398E. Designed to help prepare for the EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker certifications.) Prerequisite: CMIT 320. Development of the structured knowledge base needed to discover vulnerabilities and recommend solutions for tightening network security and protecting data from potential attackers. Focus is on penetration-testing tools and techniques to protect computer networks. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CMIT 321 or CMIT 398E.
53749 5420 17 May 2023-11 Jul 2023 W 6:30P-9:30P Open Laurel (Hybrid)
Faculty: Chike, Chike Patrick Bldg/Room: Laurel College Center 411 Syllabus Course Materials
CMST 301 Digital Media and Society (3)
A survey of technological advancements in the field of digital media and their impact. The objective is to explain how digital media has transformed the communication of ideas in society and to make responsible choices in the creation and consumption of digital media based on awareness of global, social, ethical, and legal contexts. Topics include social media, the visual display of information, ethics and privacy, participatory media, and the impact of digital media on culture.
53763 5410 17 May 2023-11 Jul 2023 M 6:30P-9:30P Open Laurel (Hybrid)
Faculty: Akanbi, David S Bldg/Room: Laurel College Center 411 Syllabus Course Materials
CSIA 300 Cybersecurity for Leaders and Managers (3)
(Designed in part to help prepare for the EC-Council Secure Computer User [CSCU] certification.) Prerequisite: Any CMIS, CMIT, CMSC, CMST, CSIA, DATA, IFSM, or SDEV course. Recommended: IFSM 201. A survey of the cybersecurity principles, practices, and strategies required by leaders and managers to become strategic partners in the establishment, management, and governance of an enterprise's cybersecurity program. The aim is to develop both an understanding of how cybersecurity supports key business goals and objectives and the "soft skills" necessary for success in a leadership or managerial role. Topics include the fundamentals of cybersecurity practices and principles; enterprise IT governance processes and security controls; data security; the information life cycle; intellectual property protections; privacy laws and regulations; security education, training, and awareness; and the need for cooperation and collaboration between business units and the organization's cybersecurity program.
53769 5465 14 Jun 2023-08 Aug 2023 Th 6:30P-9:30P Open Laurel (Hybrid)
Faculty: Onyegbula, Festus C Syllabus Course Materials
CSIA 350 Cybersecurity in Business and Industry (3)
Prerequisites: CSIA 310 and WRTG 112 or equivalent. A study of the application and integration of cybersecurity principles, frameworks, standards, and best practices to the management, governance, and policy development processes for businesses. Discussion covers the organization, management, and governance of cybersecurity for enterprise IT in business settings; risk and risk management practices; and development and implementation of industry-wide cybersecurity initiatives and programs.
53778 5420 17 May 2023-11 Jul 2023 W 6:30P-9:30P Open Laurel (Hybrid)
Faculty: Jumper, Sharon D Bldg/Room: Laurel College Center 412 Syllabus Course Materials
GVPT 306 Global Political Economy (3)
A study of the relationship between political and economic processes in international affairs. Discussion covers the effect of globalization on the global environment, the economy, world peace, the power of the nation-state, and inequality between nation-states.
53705 5425 17 May 2023-11 Jul 2023 Th 6:30P-9:30P Open Laurel (Hybrid)
Faculty: Caruso, Michael G Bldg/Room: Laurel College Center 502 Syllabus Course Materials
GVPT 403 Law, Morality, and War (3)
Prerequisite: WRTG 112 or equivalent. A study of just war traditions. The objective is to make informed decisions and analyze conflict. Discussions cover the theoretical and practical connections between law, war, and morality.
53710 5455 14 Jun 2023-08 Aug 2023 T 6:30P-9:30P Open Laurel (Hybrid)
Faculty: Drew, Joseph S Syllabus Course Materials
HIST 465 World War II (3)
"An investigation of the global issues and events that led to the Second World War. Emphasis is on analyzing the factors that contributed to the competing ideologies, as well as the social, political and economic conditions that ignited the most lethal conflict in human history. The goal is to understand the causes, nature and outcome of the Second World War and the impact upon the world in which we live. "
53782 5460 14 Jun 2023-08 Aug 2023 W 6:30P-9:30P Open Laurel (Hybrid)
Faculty: McNeilly, Donald P Syllabus Course Materials
IFSM 300 Information Systems in Organizations (3)
Prerequisite: WRTG 112 or equivalent. Recommended: IFSM 201 (or another computing course appropriate to the academic major) and WRTG 293. An overview of information systems and how they provide value by supporting organizational objectives. The goal is to analyze business strategies to recognize how technology solutions enable strategic outcomes and to identify information system requirements by analyzing business processes. Discussion covers concepts of business processes and alignment of information systems solutions to strategic goals.
53794 5450 14 Jun 2023-08 Aug 2023 M 6:30P-9:30P Open Laurel (Hybrid)
Faculty: Liebermann, Roxanne J Syllabus Course Materials
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