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2020-2021 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

  

      

Courses by Department  • Courses by Elective Code  • TAP / Gen Ed Elective Choices  

 
 

Criminal Justice (CJS)
  

  • CJS* E101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice (3 credits)

    Code(s): SOPX, SSCI
    Prerequisite(s) or Parallel(s): ENG* E043 or placement into ENG* E101  
     
    This course examines an overview of the criminal justice system on the local, state and federal levels in a democratic society. Students will be exposed to the historical, theoretical, philosophical and practical perspectives of the system’s police, court and correctional agencies. This course is required in the Criminal Justice major and is a prerequisite for all other Criminal Justice courses. Course Outline: CJS 101  

Economics (ECN)
  

  • ECN* E101 - Principles of Macroeconomics (3 credits)

    Code(s): BUS, SOPX, SSCI
    Prerequisite(s): ENG* E101  or permission of the instructor
     
    A study of the economic system as a whole, concentrating on the U.S. including the general structure of business in the U.S.; the creation and control of the money supply; the components of aggregate demand; recessions and inflation; the interrelated roles of government and business; and international trade and exchange are covered. Course Outline: ECN 101  
  

  • ECN* E102 - Principles of Microeconomics (3 credits)

    Code(s): BUS, GLKY, SSCI, SOPX
    Prerequisite(s): ENG* E101  or permission of the instructor
     
    A study of market directed and mixed economies, emphasizing the American experience. The theory and facts of economic growth are covered. Emphasis is on market models and factor pricing. Alternative economic systems and current problems are surveyed. Students are expected to have a working knowledge of line graphs. Course Outline: ECN 102  
  

  • ECN* E170 - Economic Geography (3 credits)

    Code(s): BUS, SSCI
    Prerequisite(s) or Parallel(s): ENG* E101  or permission of the instructor
     
    An examination of natural and cultural factors affecting production and consumption of goods and services and spatial distribution of economic activities. Location theories are stressed. The systematic approach is emphasized primarily, but consideration is given to the regional approach. People-land relationships are considered in terms of physical and socio-economic patterns.
  

  • ECN* E180 - History of Economic Thought (3 credits)

    Code(s): BUS, SSCI
    Prerequisite(s) or Parallel(s): ENG* E101  or permission of the instructor
     
    A survey of the great ideas on which economics is based using the historical approach. The student is introduced to the concepts and tools of economics and to the relationships between economics and society. Not open as a credit elective for Business majors.

Electives
  

  • Elective (SSCI) - Social Science (3 credits)

     
    Social Science electives are all courses with Elective Code SSCI.

Geography (GEO)
  

  • GEO* E111 - World Regional Geography (3 credits)

    Code(s): GLKY, SSCI
    Prerequisite(s) or Parallel(s): ENG* E101  
     
    A study of the physical and human elements of global geography. Regional, cultural and population influences will be explored to give the student a better understanding of different geographical situations found in the world. The differences and inter-relationships of the developed and developing nations are probed in the depth necessary to understand present societies. Group discussions and audio-visual presentations are used as methods to give the student better insight into the influence of geography. Course Outline: GEO 111  

History (HIS)
  

  • HIS* E101 - Western Civilization I (3 credits)

    Code(s): HISX, SSCI
    Prerequisite(s) or Parallel(s): ENG* E101  
     
    This course covers the development of Western Civilization from the ancient world through the middle ages to early modern times. Particular emphasis is placed upon the classical legacy, feudalism, the growth of monarchical power, the Renaissance, the Age of Exploration, and the Reformation. Course Outline: HIS 101  
  

  • HIS* E102 - Western Civilization II (3 credits)

    Code(s): HISX, SSCI
    Prerequisite(s) or Parallel(s): ENG* E101  
     
    This course examines major developments in Western Civilization from the advent of the modern world to the present. Particular emphasis is placed upon the post-Reformation emergence of the nation-state, Louis XIV, the Enlightenment, the French Revolution, the Industrial Revolution, modern imperialism, the growth of rivalry between the powers, and the development of new political philosophies which have helped to produce the existing international situation. Course Outline: HIS 102  
  

  • HIS* E121 - World Civilization I (3 credits)

    Code(s): HISX, SSCI
    Prerequisite(s): ENG* E101  
     
    The development of World civilizations from the ancient world through the 17th century.  Particular emphasis is placed upon world history in global perspective, the development of agriculture, and major trends in the political, military and cultural histories of world civilizations.

    Course Outline: HIS 121  
  

  • HIS* E122 - World Civilization II (3 credits)

    Code(s): HISX, SSCI
    Prerequisite(s): ENG* E101  
     
    The development of World civilizations since the 17th century.  Particular emphasis is placed upon world history in global perspective and major trends in the political, military, technological, and cultural histories of world civilizations. 

    Course Outline: HIS 122  
  

  • HIS* E201 - U.S. History I (3 credits)

    Code(s): HISX, SSCI
    Prerequisite(s): ENG* E101  
     
    This course covers the political, economic and social development of the United States to 1877, from the earliest Native American habitation of the United States to the Civil War. Topics covered include Native American societies and Columbian contact, the role of economics and religion in colonial America, the institution of slavery, the struggle for independence, formation of a national government, Jacksonian Democracy, westward expansion, the Civil War, and Reconstruction. Course Outline: HIS 201  
  

  • HIS* E202 - U.S. History II (3 credits)

    Code(s): HISX, SSCI
    Prerequisite(s): ENG* E101  
     
    This course deals with U.S. History from the end of the Civil War to relatively modern times. Topics to be covered include reconstruction, the West and Native American resistance to European rule, immigration, urbanization and industrialization, populism and progressivism, the emergence of the United States as a world power, Woodrow Wilson, World War I and Versailles, the Twenties, the Great Depression, World War II, and the Cold War. Course Outline: HIS 202  
  

  • HIS* E211 - History of Connecticut (3 credits)

    Code(s): SSCI
    Prerequisite(s): ENG* E101  
     
    A survey of the history of Connecticut from pre-Colonial times to the present. The course will emphasize Connecticut’s rich multicultural history. Topics will include Native American, European, African-American, and Caribbean influences, immigration, and industrialization and deindustrialization. Course Outline: HIS 211  
  

  • HIS* E298 - Special Topics in History (3 credits)

    Code(s): SSCI
    Prerequisite(s): ENG* E101  
     
    A faculty-developed seminar course dealing with a specific period, region, theme and/or interpretive thread in history which will be approved by the instructor and chairperson. Course Outline: HIS 298  
  

  • HIS* E299 - Independent Study in History (1-3 credits)

    Code(s): SSCI
    Prerequisite(s): ENG* E101  and Permission of the Instructor
     
    Individual study of a special area, topic, theme or problem in History by agreement with the instructor. Course Outline: HIS 299  

    All independent projects must be arranged in the semester prior to registration, with advance departmental approval and with the supervision of a full-time faculty member. For more information, see Independent Study Courses .

Political Science (POL)
  

  • POL* E101 - Introduction to Political Science (3 credits)

    Code(s): SSCI
    Prerequisite(s) or Parallel(s): ENG* E101  
     
    This course is a study of political ideology and power in the modern world. This course presents a broad introduction to political theory, political philosophy and accompanying contemporary concepts. The history and development of basic political themes such as justice, law, equality, democracy and nationalism will be discussed in a comparative context. Course Outline: POL 101  
  

  • POL* E102 - Introduction to Comparative Politics (3 credits)

    Code(s): GLKY, SSCI
    Prerequisite(s) or Parallel(s): ENG* E101  
     
    A comparative survey of the structures and functions of the national governments of selected industrialized and third world nations. Topics to be discussed will include key institutions, political attitudes, patterns of interaction, and contemporary issues facing each nation. Course Outline: POL 102  
  

  • POL* E103 - Introduction to International Relations (3 credits)

    Code(s): SSCI, GLKY
    Prerequisite(s): ENG* E101 - Composition (3 credits)  
     
    This course introduces student to the field of international relations. Students will learn major theories of international relations and apply them to international situations and issues in the modern world. Emphasis will be placed on the history of modern international relations, the role of conflict and cooperation, and major trends in contemporary international relations. Course Outline: POL 103  
  

  • POL* E111 - Introduction to American Government (3 credits)

    Code(s): SOPX, SSCI
    Prerequisite(s) or Parallel(s): ENG* E101  
     
    This course is a study of the origins, development, structure and functions of American national government. Topics include the constitutional framework; federalism; the three branches of government, including the bureaucracy; civil rights and liberties; political participation and behavior; and policy formation. It also encompasses an overview of state and local governments, their relationship to the federal government and their role in the American political system. Course Outline: POL 111  
  

  • POL* E112 - State and Local Government (3 credits)

    Code(s): SSCI
    Prerequisite(s): ENG* E101 - Composition (3 credits)   
     
    This course examines the role, functions, and processes of state and local governments with an emphasis on the diversity and revitalization of state governments as key factors in addressing public policy issues. This course draws heavily from ongoing events in state governments particularly in Connecticut to identify the key problems facing states and localities.

    Course Outline: POL* 112  
  

  • POL* E191 - Rules of Order: Parliamentary Procedure I (1 credit)

    Code(s): SSCI
    Prerequisite(s): Election or appointment to the Student Senate
     
    A study of the creation, organization and work of a political group using democratic principles. The strength and weaknesses of the democratic form of government will be studied. The foundation of the course is parliamentary procedures and Student Senate meetings will be the laboratory in which these skills will be practiced. Leadership and managerial roles will be studied and the opportunities for the practical application of these many roles will be furnished. As a study of human interrelationships in the democratic political environment, the course will provide the opportunity for the student to develop the skills necessary for effective participation in community organizations. Course Outline: POL 191  
  
  
  

  • POL* E194 - Rules of Order: Parliamentary Procedure IV (1 credit)

    Code(s): SSCI
    Prerequisite(s): POL* E193  
     
    A continuation of POL* E193 .
  

  • POL* E295 - Political Science Internship (6 credits)

    Code(s): SSCI
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor/Advisor Required
     
    An opportunity to work closely in a political setting, either with a local legislator or in an office in the legislature. Written permission of the instructor or advisor is required.

Sociology (SOC)
  

  • SOC* E220 - Racial and Ethnic Diversity (3 credits)

    Code(s): BHEL, SSCI
    Prerequisite(s): SOC* E101  or permission of the instructor
     
    A study of racial and ethnic groups in the United States. The course will cover immigration, the history and culture of nations from which immigrants came, and theoretical perspectives and data regarding each group’s adaptation to and treatment by the dominant culture. Representative cultures from Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Europe will be studied. This course may be used for either history or sociology credit. Course Outline: SOC 220  
  

  • SOC* E222 - The African American Experience (3 credits)

    Code(s): BHEL, SSCI
    Prerequisite(s): SOC* E101  or permission of the instructor
     
    An examination of the historical, economic, social, political, and cultural experiences of Africans in America. The course emphasizes the diverse nature of those experiences and the different ways they have been interpreted. Course Outline: SOC 222  

    This course may be used for either History or Sociology credit.
  

  • SOC* E223 - The Puerto Rican Experience (3 credits)

    Code(s): BHEL, SSCI
    Prerequisite(s): SOC* E101  or permission of the instructor
     
    A survey of Puerto Rican society, both in Puerto Rico and in the United States. The course will explore the history, culture, values, traditions, relationships, politics, art, literature, and daily life of Puerto Ricans from Pre-Columbian times to the present. Course Outline: SOC 223  
  

  • SOC* E261 - School and Community (3 credits)

    Code(s): BHEL, SSCI, SOCX
    Prerequisite(s): ENG* E101  
     
    A guided field experience for students entering the fields of teaching, psychology, sociology, social welfare, child care, law enforcement, urban technology, health care services, and other areas of community development. Based on the individual student’s needs and career objectives, the course provides the opportunity for volunteer work in schools and community agencies under the guidance of college faculty and agency professionals. Most of the semester will be spent in the community placements. Students will keep a journal. The class will meet as a seminar only a few times to share experiences, resources, ideas, and to discuss the relevance of the readings to the community service. Course Outline: SOC 261  
  

  • SOC* E298 - Special Topics in Sociology (3 credits)

    Code(s): BHEL, SSCI
    Prerequisite(s): ENG* E102  or permission of the instructor
     
    Study of a special area, topic, theme or problem in Sociology. Topics will vary by semester and area of expertise of the instructor. Course Outline: SOC 298