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3.00 Credits
Develops midlevel algebra skills that are essential background for a college- level mathematics course.Topics include a brief review of basic algebra, linear equations and inequalities (including graphs), factoring quadratic expressions, quadratic equations (including graphs), fractional algebraic expressions, exponents and radicals. prerequisite: adequate score on placement test or successful completion of DVMA 93
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3.00 Credits
Helps students develop college-level reading skills, including using new and specialized vocabulary appropriately in writing and speaking; identifying, understanding and analyzing key parts of a text; and applying systematic reading methods to increasingly complex reading assignments in textbooks, academic articles and other required reading materials. Students will also improve their college-level writing skills as they learn to adopt and adapt recursive writing processes; develop the parts of an academic essay; and write coherent short expository essays for a variety of purposes and audiences using a variety of patterns of organization.
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3.00 Credits
Develops students' confidence in their ability to plan, organize, develop and edit their writing in response to college-level writing tasks through a focus on development of clear, coherent paragraphs and longer essays with emphasis on basic grammar and sentence-combining skills, formulation of thesis statements, development of ideas and increased competence in writing about reading.
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3.00 Credits
Economics of contemporary issues provides a survey of societal issues examined through the lens of economic analysis. A scientific approach is adopted in which the basic tools of economics are applied to social issues such as pollution, crime and prevention, poverty and discrimination, professional sports and economic growth. Students will gain an appreciation of how society addresses the conflict between unlimited wants and scarce resources. [ SS]
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3.00 Credits
An economist sees the world in a unique way and is able to provide a different perspective on many issues.This course presents the "economic way of thinking"with an emphasis on being able to make effective decisions in a wide variety of economic and business situations. In addition, the "economic way of thinking" is usedto understand the impact of business and government policies and actions on our daily lives. [ SS]
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3.00 Credits
Analyzes the nature and structure of urban economies; the location of economic activity; the economics of an urban framework; and the principles of urban economic development, housing, transportation, poverty, and unemployment and municipal finance.
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3.00 Credits
A broad coverage of international issues, providing a starting point for the analysis and insights available from other business disciplines. Topics include the underlying ration- ale for trade,market mechanisms, efficiency, exchange rates, balance of payments and some aspects of international economic development. prerequisite: ECON 200 or 3 hours of micro- or macroeconomics
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3.00 Credits
The economics and finance faculty, from time to time, offer an opportunity to integrate new material into the undergraduate program reflecting changes in the field and in the educational needs of students. prerequisites: ECON 305 and 6 additional hours of economics
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
An independent study completed under the direction of a faculty member. For eligibility and procedures, see the Merrick School of Business Independent Study Policy.
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3.00 Credits
Teaches students how to read, understand and appreciate fiction, drama and poetry. Exploration of three major literary genres through close reading of selected works, with attention to the contexts that have shaped them. Understanding and applying literary terms and concepts to written analysis of literary works. [ LIT]
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