Summer 2008 Online Courses

Africana Studies

Second Summer Session
Introduction to Africana Studies- AFRS 1100-800 - 40009
Instructor: Debra Smith debrasmit@uncc.edu
Interdisciplinary survey of key issues in the life and history of peoples of African descent and their interaction with other people and world cultures; introduction to theoretical foundations in the field of Africana Studies. (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista http://webctvista.uncc.edu

 Biology

First Summer Session
Science, Technology & Society-BIOL- LBST 2213-800 - 30609
Instructor: Meredith Norris msomervi@uncc.edu
The role of science and technology in society.  The appreciation and understanding of science and the public policy issues related to science and technology.  Issues such as science vs. pseudo-science, the ethics of science and technology, the methods of the sciences, the importance of major scientific discoveries and public expectations of the sciences. (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Centra, Blackboard/Vista http://webctvista.uncc.edu
 
Science, Technology & Society-BIOL- LBST 2213-802 - 30450
Instructor: Kenneth Bost klbost@uncc.edu
The role of science and technology in society.  The appreciation and understanding of science and the public policy issues related to science and technology.  Issues such as science vs. pseudo-science, the ethics of science and technology, the methods of the sciences, the importance of major scientific discoveries and public expectations of the sciences. (3)
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Computer Science Software and Informatics

First Summer Session
Introduction to Computer Concepts- ITCS 1101-800 - 30572
Instructor: Diane Cassidy dcassidy@uncc.edu
PRE/CO-REQUISITE: MATH 1100 OR MATH 1101 OR MATH 1103 OR MATH 1120 OR MATH 1241.  Introductory course that gives an overview of computer hardware and software.  Primary emphasis is on productivity software (word processing, spreadsheet, and graphical presentation). These applications are taught through a series of projects/assignments.  Aspects of Internet research are also covered. (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista

Introduction to Computer Science- ITCS 1214-800 – 30574
Instructor:  Lorrie Lehmann ljlehman@uncc.edu
PRE/CO-REQUISITE: MATH 0900 OR MATH 1100 OR MATH 1103 OR MATH 1120 OR MATH 1241.  Introduction to algorithmic problem solving strategies and algorithm development; basic concepts and terminology of computers; study of data representation and number systems; use of computers to implement numerical and symbolic algorithms. General programming concepts will be taught through the use of a high level language. (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista

 Introduction to Computer Science II- ITCS 1215-800 – 30575
Instructor: Sara Scott shscott@uncc.edu
PREREQUISITE: ITCS 1214 with a grade of C or better, or permission of the Department.  An advanced study of programming based on object oriented concepts. Extends the fundamentals studied in ITCS 1214. Includes a study of software design tools and advanced programming constructs, such as UML diagrams, decision tables, recursion, and dynamic storage allocation. Concepts are taught be means of an in-depth study of an object oriented language. (3)Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista

Introduction to Business Computing- ITCS 2231-800 – 30581
Cross listed w/Introduction to Business Programming- INFO 2231-800-30963
Instructor: Sara Scott shscott@uncc.edu
PRE/CO-REQUISITE: INFO 2130 or consent of the Department.  Cross listed as INFO 2231.  This course focuses on the examination of business problems, the extraction of the logic and business rules. and the relationship between business logic, programming constructs and technologies for decision support. (3)
PRE/CO-REQUISITE: INFO 2130 or consent of the Department.  Cross listed as ITCS 2231.  This course focuses on the examination of business problems, the extraction of the logic and business rules. and the relationship between business logic, programming constructs and technologies for decision support. (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista 

Design and Analysis Algorithms- ITCS 2215-800 – 30580
Instructor: Lorrie Lehmann ljlehman@uncc.edu
Prerequisites: (MATH 1120 OR MATH 1241) and (ITCS 2175 or MATH 1165) and ITCS 2214.  Introduction to the design and analysis of algorithms. Design techniques: divide-and-conquer, greedy approach, dynamic programming. Algorithm analysis: asymptotic notation, recurrence relation, time space complexity and tradeoffs. Study of sorting, searching, hashing, and graph algorithms. (3)Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista

Science, Technology & Society- ITCS- LBST 2213-801 - 30508
Instructor: Diane Cassidy dcassidy@uncc.edu
Focuses on the use of technology in society and how this has evolved over the years. Topics to be studied and discussed include, but are not limited to, the Digital Divide, Cyber Security, Technology in the Classroom, Privacy vs. Freedom of Information, eBusiness, and Internet security concerns: viruses and other threats to hardware and software; ethical considerations vs. First Amendment rights. Students will be expected to conduct research on assigned topics, participate actively in synchronous and asynchronous discussions, and produce a final project focused on a particular area of interest. Prerequisites: None.  Note: This is a Liberal Studies core requirement course.
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista

Data Structures- ITCS 2214-800 – 30578
Instructor: Lorrie Lehmann ljlehman@uncc.edu
PREREQUISITE: ITCS 1215 with a grade of C or better, or permission of the Department.  A study of the theory and implementation of abstract data types (ADTs), including stacks, queues, and both general purpose and specialized trees and graphs. Programming emphasis is on the use of an object-oriented language to implement algorithms related to the various data structures studied, including creation, searching, and traversal of ADTs. (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista 

 Second Summer Session
Introduction to Computer Concepts- ITCS 1101-820 - 40304
Instructor: Diane Cassidy dcassidy@uncc.edu
PRE/CO-REQUISITE: MATH 1100 OR MATH 1101 OR MATH 1103 OR MATH 1120 OR MATH 1241.  Introductory course that gives an overview of computer hardware and software.  Primary emphasis is on productivity software (word processing, spreadsheet, and graphical presentation). These applications are taught through a series of projects/assignments.  Aspects of Internet research are also covered. (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista 

Advanced Internet Concepts- ITCS 1102-820 – 40305
Instructor: Diane Cassidy dcassidy@uncc.edu
PREREQUISITE: ITCS 1101.  This course is an advanced study of the Internet environment.  This course is designed for any student who is familiar with office productivity tools and a user of Internet technologies: it addresses advanced concepts of computer literacy.  Topics include: concepts of website design and how to evaluate websites, proper use of synchronous and asynchronous communication tools (e.g. chat, email, IM...); issues of copyright and cyber-ethics; using the Internet to do research; and publishing via the Internet.  Other topics may be added to keep the content current and relevant.  Students will complete extensive Internet oriented projects to demonstrate mastery of the skills discussed in class. (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista

Introduction to Computer Science- ITCS 1214-820 – 40306
Instructor: Sara Scott shscott@uncc.edu
PRE/CO-REQUISITE: MATH 0900 OR MATH 1100 OR MATH 1103 OR MATH 1120 OR MATH 1241.  Introduction to algorithmic problem solving strategies and algorithm development; basic concepts and terminology of computers; study of data representation and number systems; use of computers to implement numerical and symbolic algorithms. General programming concepts will be taught through the use of a high level language. (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista 

Introduction to Computer Science II- ITCS 1215-820 – 40307
Instructor: Sara Scott shscott@uncc.edu
PREREQUISITE: ITCS 1214 with a grade of C or better, or permission of the Department.  An advanced study of programming based on object oriented concepts. Extends the fundamentals studied in ITCS 1214. Includes a study of software design tools and advanced programming constructs, such as UML diagrams, decision tables, recursion, and dynamic storage allocation. Concepts are taught be means of an in-depth study of an object oriented language. (3)Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista

 Science, Technology & Society- ITCS- LBST 2213-820 - 40303
Instructor: Diane Cassidy dcassidy@uncc.edu
Focuses on the use of technology in society and how this has evolved over the years. Topics to be studied and discussed include, but are not limited to, the Digital Divide, Cyber Security, Technology in the Classroom, Privacy vs. Freedom of Information, eBusiness, and Internet security concerns: viruses and other threats to hardware and software; ethical considerations vs. First Amendment rights. Students will be expected to conduct research on assigned topics, participate actively in synchronous and asynchronous discussions, and produce a final project focused on a particular area of interest. Prerequisites: None.  Note: This is a Liberal Studies core requirement course.
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista

 Geology

Ten Week Summer Session
Physical Geology (no lab)- GEOL 1200-800 – 30938
Instructor: Andy Bobyarchick arbobyar@uncc.edu
A study of the basic geological principles and processes in the earth sciences; sciences, the earth as a planet, treatment of physical processes shaping the earth; earth materials and landforms. (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista http://webctvista.uncc.edu

 Gerontology

First Summer Session
Health, Aging & Long Term Care
GRNT 4050-800 - 30949
GRNT 5050-800 - 30950
HADM 6212-800 - 30960
Instructor: Julia Gibson
This course offers an overview of the health status of an
aging U.S. population, with a focus on long-term care. Topics include: demographics of an aging society, health
status of older people, societal values related to aging and
long-term care, informal care giving, the formal service
provision system, relevant public policies, and challenges for
the future.

Health Administration

First Summer Session
Health, Aging & Long Term Care
HADM 6212-800 - 30960
GRNT 4050-800 - 30949
GRNT 5050-800 - 30950
Instructor: Julia Gibson
This course offers an overview of the health status of an
aging U.S. population, with a focus on long-term care. Topics include: demographics of an aging society, health
status of older people, societal values related to aging and
long-term care, informal care giving, the formal service
provision system, relevant public policies, and challenges for
the future.

 History

Ten Week Summer Session
US History II- HIST 1161-800 – 30923
Instructor: Heather Thompson hathomps@uncc.edu
American history from 1865 to the present. (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista http://webctvista.uncc.edu

First Summer Session
History of Modern Asia- HIST 2201-800 – 30561
Cross listed w/ Introduction to Asian Studies INTL 2201-800 – 30882
Instructor: Rebecca Ruhlen rruhlen@uncc.edu
Focus on the rise of modern Asia from the period just prior to the armed intervention of Western European nations.  Emphasis will be placed on the impact of imperialism, colonialism, and the rise of Asian nationalism on Asian societies. Meets non-Western requirement. (3)
Instruction: Online
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Language and Cultural Studies

First Summer Session
Western History & Culture- LCS- LBST 2101-800- 30135
Instructor: Dale Grote dagrote@uncc.edu
All sections of this course explore a major aspect of Western culture.  Particular attention is given to an examination of the constructed nature of the present through a close examination of the past and the ways that selected institutions, ideas, or practices change over time and spread in human society, producing both community and novelty. (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista http://webctvista.uncc.edu

Second Summer Session
Western History & Culture- LCS- LBST 2101-801- 40390
Instructor: Dale Grote dagrote@uncc.edu
All sections of this course explore a major aspect of Western culture.  Particular attention is given to an examination of the constructed nature of the present through a close examination of the past and the ways that selected institutions, ideas, or practices change over time and spread in human society, producing both community and novelty. (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista http://webctvista.uncc.edu

Mathematics

Ten Week Summer Session
Calculus II: MATH 1242-800 - 31065
Instructor: David Royster droyster@uncc.edu
Prerequisite: MATH 1241 with a grade of C or better. Methods for evaluating definite integrals, applications of integration, improper integrals, infinite series, Taylor series, power series, and introduction to differential equations.

Music

First Summer Session
The Arts & Society: Music- LBST 1103-800 – 30629
Instructor: James Grymes jagrymes@uncc.edu
This course is an introduction to music in the context of the arts and society. Students will survey the position of music in selected cultures from around the world. Emphasis will be placed on music in the United States and Europe. Students will experience a wide range of ideas and styles and move toward thoughtful, critical, and creative listening. Through this course students will gain a deeper understanding of the place of music in reflecting, shaping and critiquing society. (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista     http://webctvista.uncc.edu

Second Summer Session
The Arts & Society: Music- LBST 1103-800 – 40423
Instructor: James Grymes jagrymes@uncc.edu
This course is an introduction to music in the context of the arts and society. Students will survey the position of music in selected cultures from around the world. Emphasis will be placed on music in the United States and Europe. Students will experience a wide range of ideas and styles and move toward thoughtful, critical, and creative listening. Through this course students will gain a deeper understanding of the place of music in reflecting, shaping and critiquing society. (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista     http://webctvista.uncc.edu

Rudiments of Music- MUSC 1100-800 – 40421
Instructor: William Campbell wlcampb@uncc.edu
Introductory skill-building course in music reading. (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard

Incorporating Music Into the Elementary Classroom
MUSC 2191-800 CRN: 40419
Contact: Randal Haldeman rkhaldem@uncc.edu
Students will develop basic music skills that will allow them to choose, prepare, and teach appropriate music materials for inclusion in the classroom curricula. Non-music majors only.
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard

Physics

First Summer Session
Introduction to Physics I- PHYS 1101-800 – 30076
Instructor: Alexis Seven awfseven@uncc.edu
PRE/CO-REQUISITE: corresponding lab. Introduction to the fundamental principles of natural phenomena.  Topics will be selected from traditional classical subjects (e.g. Newtonian mechanics, electromagnetism) and more recent developments (e.g. nuclear physics, quantum physics) in order to illustrate the logical structure of modern science. (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: On-Campus
Platform: WebAssign & WebCT
Note: Corresponding Lab not offered online

Physics for Science & Engineering I- PHYS 2101-800 – 30082
Instructor: Pedram Leilabady pleilaba@uncc.edu
PREREQUISITE: MATH 1241 with a grade of C or better.  Pre/co-requisite: corresponding lab.  This is the first course of the calculus-based introductory physics sequence, which is required for most science and engineering majors. The course covers concepts of linear and circular motions, force, impulse-momentum, work-energy, rotational motion and oscillatory motion. Six lecture hours each week (converted to an online format). (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: On-Campus
Platform: Blackboard
Note: Corresponding Lab not offered online; For WebAssign questions, contact instructor.

Second Summer Session
Introduction to Astronomy- PHYS 1130-800 – 40049
Instructor: Alexis Seven awfseven@uncc.edu
Historical beginnings of astronomy.  Motions of celestial bodies.  Introduction to space science.  The solar system.  Optical and radio astronomy.  Structure and evolution of stars.  Galaxies, cosmology. Three lecture hours per week (converted to an online format). (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Proctored
Platform: Blackboard/Vista http://webctvista.uncc.edu, WebAssign, Centra
Note: For WebAssign questions, contact instructor.

Physics for Science & Engineering II- PHYS 2102-800 - 40052
Instructor: Yildrim Aktas aktas@uncc.edu
PREREQUISITES: PHYS 2101 with a grade of C or better, AND MATH 1242 with  a grade of C or better.  Pre/co-requisite: corresponding lab.  Continuation of PHYS 2101.  Three lecture hours and one recitation hour each week (converted to an online format). (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: On-Campus
Platform: Blackboard/Vista http://webctvista.uncc.edu, WebAssign
Note: Corresponding Lab not offered online; For WebAssign questions, contact instructor.

Political Science
 

First Summer Session
International Politics- POLS 1150-800 – 30972
Instructor: James Piazza jpiazza@uncc.edu
Introduction to the analysis of politics among nations: Material and psychological sources of national power; the role of law, force, and diplomacy in world politics; problems of peace and disarmament; and international organization. Not taught as a writing intensive course. (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Centra

Introduction to Political Philosophy- POLS 1170-800 – 30969
Instructor: Nicholas Caste njcaste@uncc.edu
Survey course that includes an introduction to recognized major political thinkers such as Plato, Aristotle, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, and Marx. Included are other politically influential writers such as Confucius, Mary Wollstonecraft, and Martin Luther King. (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista     http://webctvista.uncc.edu

Politics and Film- POLS 3128-800 – 30974
Instructor: James Walsh jwalsh@uncc.edu
Examination of the influence and role of film in American politics. Movies provide important cues about cultures, values, and society, and affect how people perceive or view their environment. Explores and analyzes the images and messages conveyed about American politics, and develops understanding of the role of film in American politics. Requires viewing films in class, discussion, and writing about the films. (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard

Homeland Security- POLS 3030-800 – 31038
Instructor: Cynthia Combs cccombs@uncc.edu
This course is designed to explore the revamping of the bureaucracy responsible for homeland security, and the impact on the population of this sense of uncertainty within borders. We will examine the impact of these developments on state and local resources committed to security in communities, evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of the new homeland security efforts on the sub-national scale. For this policy-focused course, we will study three aspects of policy-making: the demands which created the need for policy, the structure from which the policy is generated, and the extent to which the demands are met by the new structure being implemented for this purpose.
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Ten Week Summer Session
Judicial Process- POLS 3116-800 - 30973
Instructor: John Szmer jjszmer@uncc.edu
Introduction to the nature and functions of law; survey of Supreme Court decision making. (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista     http://webctvista.uncc.edu

Second Summer Session
Introduction to Public Policy- POLS 2120-800 – 40722
Instructor: Martha Kropf mekropf@uncc.edu
Provides an overview of the policy process in the U.S. focusing on how public problems arise, how they get on the agenda of government, how and why the government responds or fails to respond, defining public policy, explaining how it is made, and who makes it. (3)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard, Centra

Religious Studies

Second Summer Session
Films & Identity- RELS 3112-800 – 40592
Instructor: Joanne Robinson jmrobin2@uncc.edu
Themes of religious identity, alienation, search, discovery, sexuality and death as reflected in recent American movies and foreign films.  (3) (W)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista http://webctvista.uncc.edu

Films & Identity- RELS 3112-801 – 40593
Instructor: Joanne Robinson jmrobin2@uncc.edu
Themes of religious identity, alienation, search, discovery, sexuality and death as reflected in recent American movies and foreign films.  (3) (W)
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista http://webctvista.uncc.edu

Educational Leadership

Ten Week Summer Session
The Adult Learner- EIST 6101-800 – 30274
The focus of this course will be on the examination of how adults learn in instructional settings. Characteristics of the adult learner will be examined. Students will investigate adult learning theory as well as current trends and advancements in adult learning. The focus will be on making better instructional decisions and media selection for the education and training of adults. . Differentiated assignments for Doctoral students.(3
Instruction: Online
Exams: Online
Platform: Blackboard/Vista http://webctvista.uncc.edu

First Summer Session
Computer Applications in Education- EIST 5100-800 – 30110
Instructor: Richard Hartshorne rhartsho@uncc.edu
Microcomputer systems and software for enhancing teaching, learning, and educational management. Hands-on experience in evaluating, selecting and integrating software and courseware into instruction. Principles of programmed learning and instructional design as they relate to microcomputer-based interactive instruction. Major emphasis on basic operating systems, applications including word processing, spread sheet, presentation, database, e-mail, Internet tools, networking concepts and authoring software. (3)
Instruction: Some on-campus meetings
Exams: On-campus
Platform: Moodle
Note: Moodle Orientation: First day of class

Second Summer Session
Computer Applications in Education- EIST 5100-800 – 40076
Instructor: Richard Hartshorne rhartsho@uncc.edu
Microcomputer systems and software for enhancing teaching, learning, and educational management. Hands-on experience in evaluating, selecting and integrating software and courseware into instruction. Principles of programmed learning and instructional design as they relate to microcomputer-based interactive instruction. Major emphasis on basic operating systems, applications including word processing, spread sheet, presentation, database, e-mail, Internet tools, networking concepts and authoring software. (3)
Instruction: Some on-campus meetings
Exams: On-campus
Platform: Moodle
Note: Moodle Orientation: First day of class

Management Information Systems