Undergraduate Academic Catalog 2018 - 2019 
    
    May 15, 2024  
Undergraduate Academic Catalog 2018 - 2019 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


This listing includes traditional undergraduate courses, degree completion courses and designated subjects education courses. Not all courses listed in this catalog are available each term at all campus locations.

 

Business Administration

  
  • BUS 499C - Baccalaureate Thesis III

    Credits: 2
    The student's research project is written and orally presented to the instructor and the learning group.
    Prerequisite: BUS-499A and BUS-499B
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.

Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 100 - Introductory Chemistry

    Credits: 3
    This course is designed to foster a general understanding of chemistry. The class will use demonstrations and laboratory experiments to introduce and clarify questions about the concrete world, within the context of the abstract model of the atom. Everyday materials will be used in order to emphasize the extent to which chemistry affects human life. Outside reading will be used as a means of extending classroom learning into an analysis of current events within the context of chemistry.
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • CHEM 103 - General Chemistry I

    Credits: 4
    Recommended prior coursework: High school algebra and/or chemistry Recommended prior coursework: High school algebra and/or chemistry. Basic principles of chemistry, including structure, bonding, reactions and properties of matter.
    Corequisite: CHEM-103L
  
  • CHEM 103A - General Chemistry IA

    Credits: 2
    A slower-paced version of CHEM-103, spread out in two semesters. Available to students who do not meet CHEM-103 prerequisites. Identical to the first half of CHEM-103. Topics include atoms, stoichiometry, aqueous reactions, gas laws and thermochemistry.
    Corequisite: CHEM-103AL
    May not be audited.
  
  • CHEM 103AL - General Chemistry IA Lab

    Credits: 0 - 0
    Corequisite: CHEM-103A
    Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
  
  • CHEM 103B - General Chemistry IB

    Credits: 2
    A slower-paced version of CHEM-103 spread out over two semesters. Available to students who do not meet CHEM-103 prerequisites. Identical to the second half of CHEM-103. Topics include themochemistry, quantum chemistry, periodicity bonding and intermolecular forces.
    Prerequisite: CHEM-103A; Minimum grade C-. Corequisite: CHEM-103BL.
    May not be audited.
  
  • CHEM 103BL - General Chemistry IB Lab

    Credits: 0 - 0
    Corequisite: CHEM-103B
    Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
  
  • CHEM 103L - General Chemistry I Lab

    Credits: 0 - 0
    Corequisite: CHEM-103
    Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
  
  • CHEM 104 - General Chemistry II

    Credits: 4
    A study of chemical equilibria with emphasis on acid-based chemistry and electrochemistry. The course focuses both on chemical kinetics and on principles of thermodynamics including enthalpy and free energy.
    Prerequisite: CHEM-103 and CHEM-103L. Corequisite: CHEM-104L.
  
  • CHEM 104L - General Chemistry II Lab

    Credits: 0 - 0
    Prerequisite: CHEM-103L or CHEM-103A/BL
  
  • CHEM 310 - Organic Chemistry I

    Credits: 3
    A study of aliphatic and aromatic organic compounds with emphases on chemical nomenclature, reaction theory and kinetic mechanisms.
    Prerequisite: CHEM-104 with a grade of C or better
  
  • CHEM 311 - Organic Chemistry II

    Credits: 3
    A continuation of CHEM-310 including spectroscopic methods.
    Prerequisite: CHEM-310
  
  • CHEM 312L - Organic Chemistry Laboratory I

    Credits: 2
    A study of organic laboratory techniques. Emphasis is placed on separation/purification techniques such as distillation, crystallization and multi-phase extraction.
    Prerequisite: CHEM-104 with grade of C or better
    May not be audited.
  
  • CHEM 313L - Organic Chemistry Laboratory II

    Credits: 1
    A continuation of CHEM-312L. Emphasis is placed on instrumental analysis and using kinetic and thermodynamic factors to control organic reactions.
    Prerequisite: CHEM-312L
    May not be audited.
  
  • CHEM 321 - Inorganic Chemistry

    Credits: 4
    A study of main-group and transition metal compounds with emphasis on bioinorganic chemistry, coordination chemistry, organometallic chemistry and solid state chemistry.
    Prerequisite: CHEM-104 and CHEM-104L. Corequisite: CHEM-321L.
  
  • CHEM 321L - Inorganic Chemistry Lab

    Credits: 0 - 0
    Prerequisite: CHEM-104L. Corequisite: CHEM-321.
    Graded Credit/No Credit.
  
  • CHEM 340 - Environmental Chemistry

    Credits: 4
    A study of the chemistry of the environment. The environmental distribution and fate of both organic and heavy metal pollutants are studied. Particular emphasis is placed on the thermodynamic and kinetic factors that determine the distribution and fate of pollutants.
    Prerequisite: CHEM-104 and CHEM-104L. Corequisite: CHEM-340L.
  
  • CHEM 340L - Environmental Chemistry Lab

    Credits: 0 - 0
    Corequisite: CHEM-340
    Graded Credit/No Credit.
  
  • CHEM 350 - Analytical Chemistry

    Credits: 5
    A study of chemical equilibria as applied to the analysis and quantitation of chemical species. Statistical and sampling methodologies are also discussed.
    Prerequisite: CHEM-104 and CHEM-104L. Corequisite: CHEM-350L.
  
  • CHEM 350L - Analytical Chemistry Lab

    Credits: 0 - 0
    Prerequisite: CHEM-104L. Corequisite: CHEM-350.
    Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
  
  • CHEM 360 - Topics: Chemoinformatics

    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 450 - Instrumental Analysis

    Credits: 4
    A study of the principles of chemical analysis underlying modern chemical instrumentation, including electrochemical methods, UV/visible spectroscopy, infrared spectroscopy, chromatography, mass spectrometry and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy.
    Prerequisite: CHEM-350. Corequisite: CHEM-450L.
  
  • CHEM 450L - Instrumental Analysis Lab

    Credits: 0 - 0
    Prerequisite: CHEM-350. Corequisite: CHEM-450.
    Graded Credit/No Credit.
  
  • CHEM 460 - Physical Chemistry

    Credits: 4
    A study of the physical principles underlying chemistry, including quantum mechanics and spectroscopy, thermodynamics and kinetics.
    Prerequisite: CHEM-104 and PHYS-121. Corequisite: CHEM-460-L.
  
  • CHEM 460L - Physical Chemistry Lab

    Credits: 0 - 0
    Corequisite: CHEM-460
    Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
  
  • CHEM 470 - History and Philosophy of Science

    Credits: 4
    A study of the major developments in the history of science, such as the scientific revolution, evolutionary theory and the historical relationships of science and religious thought. A philosophical inquiry into the nature of science forms the basis for historical study.
  
  • CHEM 482 - Practicum in Chemistry

    Credits: 1 - 2
    An experience designed for those students majoring in the natural sciences program. Students will work as tutors and/or instructional or lab aides.
    Faculty consent required. Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
  
  • CHEM 496 - Chemistry Research

    Credits: 1 - 4
    All chemistry majors are required to engage in an independent research project in their senior year. This project may involve synthesis, analysis, theory or any combination of these. Students should make arrangements with the program director.
    Faculty consent required. May not be audited.
  
  • CHEM 498 - Chemistry Senior Thesis

    Credits: 1
    Provides an opportunity to summarize work performed in CHEM-496 or equivalent into a final senior thesis and presentation to be produced during their final semester. The student works with the faculty member under whom research was performed to produce the final materials. A final thesis includes an in-depth literature review and is intended to be a capstone project on the student's work thoughout their chemisty major.
    Faculty consent required. Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.

College Hour

  
  • CHR 240 - College Hour

    Credits: 0.5
    There is a maximum of 4 units of College Hour that may be used towards degree requirements. The purpose of College Hour is to learn, celebrate and worship as a community through music, the arts and public discourse. College Hour offers the opportunity for the university to gather to examine faith and life issues and to experience cultural, spiritual and social enrichment in the context of the Christian faith. It is required of all full-time undergraduate students.
    Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.

Communication

  
  • COM 103L - Writing Lab

    Credits: 0 - 0
    The Writing Lab provides individual instruction and support for students who want to improve their writing. May include units on the writing process, organization, grammar and usage and research. Meets twice weekly. Does not meet general education requirements.
    Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
  
  • COM 109 - Critical Thinking and Composition

    Credits: 3
    Development of skills in logical persuasion, inductive and deductive reasoning, and recognizing logical errors and fallacies through the writing of short argumentative papers. Recommended prior to COM-111.
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • COM 110 - Written Communication

    Credits: 3
    The course focuses on the writing process, helping students learn how to generate ideas, organize their thoughts and communicate effectively. A wide variety of writing assignments are used, including personal, expository, descriptive and persuasive writing. The course provides exposure to and experience with academic writing and research.
  
  • COM 110A - Written Communication I

    Credits: 1.5
    This course examines the process of writing. Students are challenged to become flexible writers using the writing process for multiple purposes and with diverse audiences. The students are asked to apply their understanding of the writing process to their own experiences as developing writers. Expository, descriptive and narrative modes of writing are examined. Students must complete COM-110A and COM-110B to meet the general education requirement. Students must enroll in COM-103L Writing Lab in conjuction with this class.
    Prerequisite or Corequisite: COM-103L
  
  • COM 110B - Written Communication II

    Credits: 1.5
    This course examines the nature of writing in academic settings. Analytical and argumentative writing is investigated. This course will address research strategies and academic writing. Students must complete COM 110A and COM 110B to meet general education requirements. Students must enroll in COM 103L Writing Lab in conjunction with this class.
    Prerequisite: COM-110A
  
  • COM 110H - Honors Writing Seminar

    Credits: 3
    Focuses on critical reading and academic writing about a special topic chosen each year. The topic might be an author like J.R.R. Tolkien or J.K. Rowling, a genre like graphic novels or dystopian fiction, or a political issue like immigration or social justice in the education system.
    May not be audited.
  
  • COM 111 - Academic Writing

    Credits: 3
    Development of prewriting, writing and revision skills through a review of rhetorical problems and conventions in narrative, expository and argumentative writing. Review of audience analysis, creative thinking, organizing ideas, editing and revision strategies and selected points of English usage.
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • COM 120 - Oral Communication

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to communication in its oral form. The course deals with communication theories and principles. Application of communication theory occurs in a variety of activities including dyadic encounter, oral performance and public speaking.
  
  • COM 121 - Speech Communication

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to communication in its public and oral form. This course explores communication theory and its application to oral performance and public speaking. Speaking and audience dynamics are examined for informative, interpersonal, and persuasive purposes.
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • COM 125 - Interpersonal Communication

    Credits: 3
    Explores the nature of human communication and its influence on our lives. Language, perception, listening, verbal and nonverbal communication are elements of the course. The ways in which interpersonal communication configures in identity, interpersonal conflict, romantic relationships, friendships, mediated relationships, and families is addressed. The central role of conversation as a significant discourse is examined.
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • COM 140 - Understanding Media

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to critical media studies. Students will study various contemporary media technologies, industries, cultures, and trends including human-computer networks, social media, videogames, television, movies, and advertising. Students will develop critical media literacies to describe, analyze, and interpret the media networks that shape our communities and our selves.
    May not be audited.
  
  • COM 155 - Journalism Practicum

    Credits: 1 - 2
    Practical experience for students interested in writing for the student newspaper or other campus publications.
    Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
  
  • COM 165 - Media Practicum

    Credits: 1 - 2
    Practical experience for students interested in media production (including digital filmmaking, digital photography, social media, graphic design, broadcast media, web design and web management). Students will produce media projects for the campus newspaper and/or other campus offices and organizations.
    Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
  
  • COM 210 - Advanced Academic Writing Lab

    Credits: 1
    This course helps incoming transfer students make the transition to the writing expectations at Fresno Pacific University. Students will focus on the building blocks of academic writing and the revision process.
  
  • COM 300 - Creative Writing: Fiction

    Credits: 3
    Recommended prior coursework: COM-110, LIT-180. Emphasis on writing short fiction, including the short story and sketch. Open to beginning writers.
  
  • COM 310 - Creative Writing: Poetry

    Credits: 3
    Recommended prior coursework: COM-110, LIT-180. Emphasis on writing poetry. Open to beginning writers.
  
  • COM 320 - Creative Writing: Nonfiction

    Credits: 3
    Recommended prior coursework: COM-110. Emphasis on memoir and the personal essay. Open to beginning writers.
  
  • COM 325 - Journalism Practicum

    Credits: 1 - 2
    Practical experience for students interested in writing for the student newspaper or other campus publications.
    Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
  
  • COM 330 - Writing and Reading Journalism

    Credits: 3
    The course will include the reading of literary journalists and contemporary nonfiction writers in conjunction with journalistic writing. Course content investigates the reporting, writing, responsibilities and ethics of writing for the print media.
  
  • COM 335 - Legal Research and Writing

    Credits: 3
    This course introduces students interested in a law-related career to legal research and writing. It includes an introduction to the law library, including federal and state statutory law, administrative law and case law. Computer-assisted legal research is covered, and students learn to read court decisions in order to extract the holding, summarize the court's analysis and identify any dicta. The writing component of the course introduces students to fact-based, logic-based legal writing through the use of case briefs and other writing assignments. The focus is on a writing style that identifies the facts supporting a legal analysis and leads the reader to a logical legal conclusion.
  
  • COM 340 - Composition Practicum

    Credits: 1
    This course focuses on issues related to the fields of teaching, writing and tutoring. An integral part of this course involves reading composition theory and pedagogy. This course is required for all Written Communication: Parts One and Two teaching assistants.
    Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
  
  • COM 342 - Advanced Academic Research and Composition

    Credits: 3
    Focuses on the advanced phases of conducting research and developing scholarly writing. Students learn the steps of the research process, the structure of a research/scholarly report and how to access the scholarly and professional literature surrounding a specific topic. Emphasis is placed on the critical thinking and academic writing required for successful research. Opportunities to synthesize research and the literature provided. Additionally, students explore productive techniques for developing the personal introspection, discipline and habits necessary for advanced academic work.
    Prerequisite: COM-111
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • COM 343 - Writing in the Natural Sciences

    Credits: 3
    Recommended prior coursework: COM 110  or COM 110A   Familiarizes students with the writing aspects of conducting research in the sciences, such as composing a good hypothesis statement, reviewing literature on a topic, citing correctly, collecting and analyzing data, using a clear and concise writing style, and effectively presenting findings with oral presentations.
  
  • COM 345 - Composition Theory and Writing

    Credits: 3
    This course will examine composition theories and their connection to the process of writing and teaching composition. Students will pursue rhetorical structures, historical approaches to composition and contemporary theory through reading, discussion, reflection, writing and research.
    May not be audited.
  
  • COM 346 - Scriptwriting

    Credits: 3
    This course establishes the script formats for several visual media and demands regular writing practice TV commercials, PSAs, corporate training, TV drama/sitcom and interactive media. Students pitch ideas in class, write for every class and turn in weekly or more frequent written assignments.
    May not be audited.
  
  • COM 350 - Visual Rhetoric

    Credits: 3
    This course explores the phenomenon of the visual image from a rhetorical perspective, across a variety of contexts including popular culture, religion, media and the arts: visual and verbal. By studying visual culture from a rhetorical perspective, students work to understand the phenomenology of seeing, how images are made meaningful and used to foster identification, and the impact of images on people and in shaping of culture.
  
  • COM 355 - Digital Video Production I

    Credits: 3
    This course is designed to enhance audio/visual literacy and communication by promoting a deeper understanding of the primary structural elements of multimedia production. Students will learn how to perceive and manage these elements to clarify, intensify and interpret their mediated communication.
    May not be audited.
  
  • COM 356 - Journalism Practicum

    1-2
    Practical experience for students interested in writing for the student newspaper or other campus publications.
    Repeatable for credit; May not be audited; Graded CR/NC; Activity course
  
  • COM 360 - Digital Video Production II

    Credits: 3
    A study of the key theoretical, organizational, technical and management elements in the craft of producing and directing a short video story. Through instruction and application students will gain a fundamental understanding of what is required to organize and successfully execute the production of a short digital video.
  
  • COM 365 - Media Practicum

    Credits: 1 - 2
    Practical experience for students interested in media production (including digital filmmaking, digital photography, social media, graphic design, broadcast media, web design and web management). Students will produce media projects for the campus newspaper and/or other campus offices and organizations.
    Faculty consent required. Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
  
  • COM 368 - Ancient and Medieval Rhetoric

    Credits: 3
    A study of communication theory in the ancient and medieval world in such authors as Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Augustine and others.
  
  • COM 370 - Audio Production

    Credits: 3
    This course is designed to provide the student with a good theoretical, technical and practical foundation for audio recording. Students will have ample opportunity to develop basic skills in digital sound and recording and post production techniques.
    May not be audited.
  
  • COM 375 - Documentary Studies

    Credits: 3
    An investigation of the history, theory, practice, and ethics of documentary through a comparative study of literary, photographic, and cinematic documentary forms.
    May not be audited.
  
  • COM 380 - Film Studies

    Credits: 3
    Movies are a pervasive presence in American culture. This course seeks to understand the nature of film in its creative, aesthetic, social, personal and ethical dimensions. The student will be introduced to the history, technique and language of film. Through the viewing of films, the student will learn to analyze, understand and evaluate the film experience.
  
  • COM 385 - Cinematography: Visual Story Telling

    Credits: 3
    This course is designed to develop students' visualization abilities, their capacity to translate the complexities of life from script to screen in an effective and meaningful manner. Students will learn how to articulate their visualization goals in well developed storyboards and then explore methods of achieving these goals through operation and manipulation of the video camera and supporting tools.
    Prerequisite: COM-346, COM-355
    May not be audited.
  
  • COM 390 - UI/UX Web Design

    Credits: 3
    This course critically examines the nature of communication on the World Wide Web. Students explore websites and forms of discourse found in new technologies for creative, theoretical and interpretative purposes.
    May not be audited.
  
  • COM 395 - Text and Performance

    Credits: 3
    A study of performance as a critical tool for understanding human communication. The course will examine the components of performance including text, performer, audience and context.
    May not be audited.
  
  • COM 400 - Intercultural Communication

    Credits: 3
    Recommended prior coursework: COM-110, COM-120. A study of the principles involved in communication between people of different cultures. Emphasis is placed on the practical aspect of intercultural communication through cross-cultural contacts.
  
  • COM 410 - Media and Society

    Credits: 3
    Recommended prior coursework: COM-120. A study of mass media (television, radio, newspaper, etc.) as a social/communication force in American culture. Attention is given to media use by the church, as well as to such significant social/psychological problems as violence and sex in the media.
  
  • COM 420 - Conflict Management and Resolution

    Credits: 3
    Recommended prior coursework: COM-120. A study of the nature of human conflict and approaches to its management, resolution and transformation. This course focuses on the generic characteristics evident in most human conflict and surveys a variety of interdisciplinary approaches for understanding and responding constructively to conflict in interpersonal, intergroup and international settings.
  
  • COM 430 - Group Dynamics and Leadership

    Credits: 3
    Recommended prior coursework: PSY-120. A study of the nature of group tasks, interpersonal relations in group settings and group leadership. Provides a background of knowledge and experience helpful to the understanding of church groups, business and professional groups, educational groups and small groups in society generally.
  
  • COM 434 - Communication Skills for Professionals

    Credits: 1
    Provides students the skills for enhancing their personal and workplace conversations. Formal and informal communication, along with nonverbal cues, are analyzed and practiced.
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • COM 440 - Performance and Culture

    Credits: 3
    This course explores the role of performance in the making of culture. Students use performance theory and ethnographic approaches to understand individual and collective performance, ordinary and extraordinary performances, performances intended for audiences and performances in which the lines between performer and observer are blurred.
    May not be audited.
  
  • COM 450 - Communication Theory

    Credits: 3
    This course examines current theories and models of communication in the history of the discipline. Students will read critical theory in the field of communication and consider the philosophical and theoretical perspectives in communication studies.
    May not be audited.
  
  • COM 455 - Philosophy of Language

    Credits: 3
    A study of significant 20th century schools of thought concerning language. Disciplines encountered include philosophy, cognitive science, literary theory, sociolinguistics and etymological studies. Readings include Carroll, Lycan, Pinker, Wittgenstein, Barthes and Borges.
  
  • COM 460 - Projects in Communication

    Credits: 3
    A tutorial course designed for students who wish concentrated work on a major communication project. Emphasis must be on the creation of a communication message. Projects may include the creation of verbal, media, dramatic or multimedia messages. Special projects in play direction may be included in this course. Attention will be given to the theory related to the particular project, the creative development of the project and criticism of the form and message selected.
    May not be audited.
  
  • COM 480 - Narrative

    Credits: 3
    Narrative is a way of knowing. The stories we hear and tell shape the trajectory of our lives. This course examines narrative knowing and story from the perspectives of biblical narrative, history and culture, storytelling, the construction of a personal narrative, narrative structures and response to others' stories. Narrative research methodologies will be employed to apprehend stories of faith and experience. The course meets capstone requirement for English, communication and drama majors.
    May not be audited.
  
  • COM 483 - Mediation Practicum

    Credits: 1
    An opportunity for intensive training in mediation leading to a supervised experience in mediating actual conflicts. The practical component may be completed with the Victim-Offender Reconciliation Program (VORP) or other appropriate mediation programs, or the student may arrange to mediate an informal dispute situation approved by the instructor.
    Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
  
  • COM 496 - Communication Internship

    Credits: 1 - 3
    The communication internship provides a workplace and professional context in which students engage reflective practice to understand communication in its application to profession, career, and work experience. The internship is required for the major to provide insight and exposure to settings in which communication content, behavior, and theory is critical.
    May not be audited.

Computer Information Systems

  
  • CIS 302 - Discrete Structures

    Credits: 3
    The study and application of counting techniques, propositional logic, mathematical induction, set theory, recursive equations, graphs, trees, and Boolean algebra for algorithms in computing.
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • CIS 312 - Introduction to Computer Information Systems

    Credits: 3
    A survey of computer information systems as used in business and industry. Topics include hardware, operating systems, networks and communication, database management and other applications, programming, security and date management, and ethical concerns and practices in the field. The programming emphasis will increase in the second half of the course.
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • CIS 320 - Computer Programming for Information Systems

    Credits: 3
    Computer programming for information systems applications, highlighting data and control structures, using a current industry language.
    Corequisite: CIS-312
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • CIS 330 - Operating Systems

    Credits: 3
    An examination of systems architecture and control in computers dealing specifically with operating systems. Emphasis is placed on organization, use, configuration, capabilities, and security of operating systems.
    Corequisite: CIS-312
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • CIS 340 - Data Communications and Networks

    Credits: 3
    Fundamentals of data communication and networking. This course highlights network structures, performance, and security and their role in information systems solutions.
    Corequisite: CIS-330
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • CIS 352 - Systems Analysis and Design

    Credits: 3
    The study of the computing methods and technologies available to modern organizations to implement strategy and conduct operations. Emphasis is placed on the process of identifying and specifying requirements to solve organizational problems.
    Corequisite: CIS-320
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • CIS 380 - Database Management Systems

    Credits: 3
    An analysis of the management of data and information using a database system. Focus is put on relational databases and queries, joins, views, indexing, sequences, and security.
    Corequisite: CIS-320
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • CIS 390 - Ethics in Computing

    Credits: 2
    The social and ethical issues in computer information systems development and practice including support for quality, security, and privacy.
    Corequisite: CIS-312
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • CIS 392 - Computer Information Systems Project Proposal

    Credits: 1
    The social and ethical issues in computer information systems development and practice including support for quality, security, and privacy.
    Prerequisite: CIS-320, CIS-352, and CIS-380
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • CIS 440 - Systems and Network Security

    Credits: 2
    Study of information security and assurance as a key component in information systems and networked solutions. Security planning as part of management process with emphasis on protection, response, and feasibility in safeguarding an organization's information and operations.
    Corequisite: CIS-340
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • CIS 457 - Information Systems Project Management

    Credits: 3
    Study of the development and management practices utilized in information systems projects and processes, including various techniques and their assessment under different environments.
    Corequisite: CIS-390
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • CIS 480 - Application Development With Database

    Credits: 3
    Advanced topics in relational databases including opportunities for students to create database applications to address information management needs and address related issues. Increased emphasis is placed on security, productivity, performance, and recovery.
    Corequisite: CIS-330
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • CIS 490 - Computer Information Systems Project

    Credits: 1
    A cooperative experience with local industry or nonprofit to address a computer information system need via a team-based project. Students work with project coordinator to discuss planning and implementation progress. Students will present their experiences and results to the FPU community.
    Prerequisite: CIS-352, CIS-392, CIS-457, and CIS-480
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.

Collegiate Preparation

  
  • CP 118 - College Success Strategies

    Credits: 1
    The course will examine the proven attitudes and behaviors that positively affect student success in post-secondary education. Topics include time management, academic skills and self-care.
    Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
  
  • CP 150 - University Success

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to Fresno Pacific University and its resources. Skills and techniques for enhancing learning outcomes in degree completion programs. Topics include adult learning, self-understanding, life planning, study skills, presentation skills, time management, overall strategies for succes and critical reading, writing and thinking skills.
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • CP 152 - College Transitions and Success

    Credits: 0 - 1
    This transition seminar aids freshman and transfer students in the following areas: 1) successful navigation of the transition to the Fresno Pacific collegiate environment, 2)increased understanding of self and others, 3)increased understanding of diversity, and 4)exploration of career and calling.
    May not be audited.
  
  • CP 252 - College Transitions and Success for Transfers

    Credits: 1
    The Transfer Seminar seeks to encourage and facilitate a successful transition to Fresno Pacific University. By better understanding themselves, others, and their fields of study, students will be motivated to explore how their talents and abilities might benefit others locally, regionally, and globally.
    May not be audited.

Criminal Justice

  
  • CRIM 210 - Criminal Justice Administration

    Credits: 3
    Explores the history and purpose of criminal justice administration agencies, with particular emphasis on a review of organization and stucture of federal, state and local enforcement agencies; organization and function of the courts; interplay of probation, parole, restorative justice and victim services; and overview of penology and prison administration.
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • CRIM 220 - Criminal Law

    Credits: 3
    Basic introduction to substantive criminal law, examining nature, origins and purposes of criminal law and general principles of criminal liability. Analysis of substantive elements of crime, including act and mental state, defenses, justifications, participatory parties and review of specific substantive crimes.
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • CRIM 350 - Theories of Criminology

    Credits: 3
    This course surveys the various theories of the causes of crime, exploring sociological, biological and psychological explanations and schools of criminology. It also explains biblical perspectives on evil and the causes of delinquent behavior in our society.
    Degree completion only. May not be audited.
  
  • CRIM 352 - Criminology

    Credits: 3
    A study of types of crime, sociological, biological, psychological, cultural, economic and political explanations for crime, and various schools of criminology.
 

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