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Course Listings

SUNY Oneonta offers students more than 1,400 courses—from Accounting to Zoology—from over 25 separate departments. Requirements for majors and minors and course descriptions are listed under the departments that offer them, and these departments are arranged in alphabetical order.

Please note that requirements, courses, and course descriptions are subject to change after publication of this catalog. Contact the appropriate departments for updated information. 

Key to Course Listings

Abbreviation   Meaning
(LA)   Liberal Arts (course is a Liberal Arts offering)
OCS   Oral Communication Skills
SUSF   Sustainability Focused Courses
s.h.   Semester Hour(s)
SoS   Sophomore standing
JrS   Junior standing
SrS   Senior standing

Course Numbering System

001 - 099   No credit; usually developmental in nature.
100 - 199   Lower-division undergraduate-level courses.
200 - 299   Upper-division intermediate undergraduate-level courses.
300 - 399   Upper-division advanced courses.
500 - 699   Graduate-level courses.
 

Mathematics
  

  • MATH 321 - Modern Algebra and Theory of Equations I 3 s.h.

    Introductory concepts of modern algebra and their applications to the solution of polynomial equations over various fields. Elementary properties of groups, rings, integral domains, fields, and vector spaces; introductory Galois theory and applications including Abel’s theorem and compass-straightedge constructions. A-E Only. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 224  and MATH 205  for 321, 321 for MATH 322 , “C” or better in all.
  

  • MATH 322 - Modern Algebra and Theory of Equations II 3 s.h.

    Introductory concepts of modern algebra and their applications to the solution of polynomial equations over various fields. Elementary properties of groups, rings, integral domains, fields, and vector spaces; introductory Galois theory and applications including Abel’s theorem and compass-straightedge constructions. A-E Only. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 224  and MATH 205  for MATH 321 , MATH 321  for 322, “C” or better in all.
  

  • MATH 323 - Linear Algebra and Matrix Theory I 3 s.h.

    Finite dimensional vector spaces; linear transformations and their matrix representations; eigenvalues; rational and Jordan canonical forms; inner product spaces; quadratic and bilinear forms; applications. A-E Only. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 224  or MATH 205 , MATH 323 is required for MATH 324 , “C” or better in all.
  

  • MATH 324 - Linear Algebra and Matrix Theory II 3 s.h.

    Finite dimensional vector spaces; linear transformations and their matrix representations; eigenvalues; rational and Jordan canonical forms; inner product spaces; quadratic and bilinear forms; applications. A-E Only. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 224  or MATH 205 , MATH 323  is required for MATH 324, “C” or better in all.
  

  • MATH 327 - Modern Applied Algebra 3 s.h.

    Sets, binary relations, induction, partially ordered sets, weak orders, Boolean algebra, switching circuits, finite state machines, state diagrams, formal languages, context-free languages, groups, semigroups, permutations, group codes, modular arithmetic. Additional topics may include linear machines, Turing machines, finite fields, automata, latin squares, and block design. A-E Only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): JrS and MATH 224  and MATH 205  ”C” or better.
  

  • MATH 335 - Modern Geometry I 3 s.h.

    A postulational approach to some geometries, Euclidean and non-Euclidean.  Topics include incidence and separation properties of planes and space, constructions with compass and straightedge, geometric inequalities, the parallel postulate, similarity theorems, circles, properties of triangles, and metric relationships. A-E Only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 224  and MATH 205  ”C” or better.
  

  • MATH 351 - Topology 3 s.h.

    Basic topics in topology, including metric spaces; continuity and limits; topological spaces; subspaces; neighborhoods; closure, interior and boundary; product spaces; quotient spaces; connectedness; local connectedness; path connectedness; compactness and the Bolzano-Weierstrass property. More advanced topics will be covered as time permits: homotopy, the fundamental group, and simply connected spaces; the fundamental theorem of algebra. A-E Only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): JrS, MATH 205  with a “C” or better, 6 s.h. of 300-level MATH.
  

  • MATH 384 - Partial Differential Equations 3 s.h.

    The core of the course is formed by the derivation of parabolic, elliptic, and hyperbolic partial differential equation models from physical principles, followed by the mathematical theory of Fourier series and the examination of an extensive array of common boundary conditions. Additional topics include general orthogonal function expansions; Sturm-Liouville eigenvalue problems; Rayleigh quotients; and an introduction to finite difference methods. A-E Only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 277  ”C” or better.
  

  • MATH 387 - Real Analysis 4 s.h.

    The real number system, sets, functions, sequences, Cauchy sequences, point set topology, continuity, uniform continuity, differentiability, the Riemann and Riemann-Stieltjes integral, series, convergence tests, sequences and series of functions, pointwise and uniform convergence. A-E Only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 205  and MATH 276  ”C” or better.
  

  • MATH 388 - Complex Analysis 4 s.h.

    Elementary functions of a complex variable, analyticity, contour integrals, the Cauchy integral theorem, power series, Laurent series, singularities, residue theory, analytic continuation, conformal mapping. A-E Only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 205  and MATH 276  ”C” or better.
  

  • MATH 394 - Special Topics in Mathematics 1 s.h. - 6 s.h.

    Topics in upper-level mathematics chosen by instructor. A-E Only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): JrS and 6 s.h. upper-level math.
  

  • MATH 398 - Seminar in Mathematics 1 s.h. - 3 s.h.

    Research and reading. A-E Only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): 3 s.h. algebra and 3 s.h. upper-level analysis.
  

  • MATH 399 - Independent Study in Mathematics 1 s.h. - 3 s.h.

    Individual studies or research activities carried out under the direction of appropriate departmental faculty. Pass/Fail Option.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): JrS and permission of department.

Mass Communication
  

  • MCOM 105 - Media Law and Policy 3 s.h.

    This course explores how the law and common practice impact media industries and journalism interests.  Topics include the First Amendment, libel, invasion of privacy, free press, fair trial, regulation of obscene and sensitive content, regulation of advertising, ethics, and intellectual property.  Historical and modern applications may be discussed. A-E Only. Offered Fall and Spring.
  

  • MCOM 151 - Understanding Media 3 s.h.

    Comprehensive survey of the nature, history, trends, operations, and cultural effects within various media including: print, radio, television, film, social media, and digital media. Designed to help students become critical media consumers and producers, and to introduce concepts applicable to media studies and media professions. Pass/Fail Option. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
  

  • MCOM 152 - Media Writing 3 s.h.

    A study and practice of writing techniques for media on various platforms. Emphasizes writing “for the ear” and for visual elements. Projects include writing of commercials and PSAs, news, drama, and comedy. A-E Only. Offered Fall and Spring.
    BC3
  

  • MCOM 186 - Media Inquiry 3 s.h.

    This course introduces you to the principles and basic techniques of mass communication research. You will learn how to plan and design research and to collect data for topics pertinent to the field. By the end of the course, I want you to be able to ask worthwhile questions on mass media topics, use research methods appropriately, and report the results in simple terms.  A-E Only. Offered Fall and Spring.
  

  • MCOM 200 - Journalism 3 s.h.

    An applied study of multi-platform journalism in the digital age. Emphasis on the journalist’s responsibility to inform citizens towards effective participation in civic life while promoting and maintaining professional ethical standards.  A-E Only. Offered once a year.
    Prerequisite(s): SoS and COMP 100 .
  

  • MCOM 203 - Introduction to Television 3 s.h.

    This course introduces students to the basic principles by which television is made, organized, and studied. Focusing on commercial television in the United States – while also offering comparisons to global and non-commercial alternatives – students will explore the medium in terms of its industrial logics, programming traditions, and cultures of production. This course will prepare students to engage more critically with the television industry and its programming. A-E Only. Offered every semester.
    Prerequisite(s): SoS, MCOM 105  and MCOM 151 .
  

  • MCOM 204 - Visual Communication 3 s.h.

    Surveys the entire spectrum of visual communication by exploring the fundamental theories, models, codes, and conventions related to visual media and visual expression. The course offers a balance between theoretical and practical applications by addressing historical and contemporary visual communication practices. A-E Only. Offered every semester.
    Prerequisite(s): SoS.
  

  • MCOM 210 - Writing for the Newspaper 3 s.h.

    Writing for the newspaper. Practice in news, feature, and editorial writing. A-E Only.
    LA
    BC3
    Prerequisite(s): SoS and COMP 100 .
  

  • MCOM 215 - Photojournalism 3 s.h.

    This course introduces the student to the basics of photojournalism. Students will aspire to create photos consistent in quality and content with images taken for the media. The course will cover various seminal aspects of photojournalism, including historical, ethical, legal, and artistic issues. The emphasis will be on digital photography. Students will utilize Photoshop and PowerPoint in presenting their work. There will be a mix of field assignments, writings, class discussions and lectures. A-E Only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): JrS and 12 s.h. of MCOM.
  

  • MCOM 220 - Digital Storytelling 3 s.h.

    Digital storytelling is about enabling ordinary people to use everyday media tools (e.g. smartphones, affordable cameras, social media platforms and mobile apps) in order to create short stories about their own lives and experiences. This course seeks to examine digital storytelling as a means for self-expression and social and political empowerment, in addition to some of its commercial applications. Merging critical analysis and practice, students will examine techniques of successful digital storytelling across multiple media and platforms, such as web television, online documentaries, podcasting, animation, social media storytelling, interactive journalism, digital history projects, and infographics. Students will then apply these skills and models to create their own original audio-video works, emphasizing nonfiction personal narratives. A-E Only. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
  

  • MCOM 250 - Mass Media and Celebrity 3 s.h.

    This course will explore the pervasiveness of celebrity culture in the United States - an inordinate amount of media content is currently dedicated to the professional and personal lives of entertainment celebrities. A focus will be place on the role of the mass media in the production of celebrity, as well as the historical antecedents and potential psychological effects of modern-day celebrity. In 1962, Daniel Boorstin defined “celebrity” as a “person who is known for his well-knowness,” and claimed that, “Every year we experience a larger number than the year before.” This sentiment certainly holds true in the 21st century, which is why the topic warrants examination in a semester-long seminar. A-E Only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): JrS.
  

  • MCOM 253 - Introduction to Audio Production 3 s.h.

    This introductory course provides students with fundamental knowledge of audio production theories and techniques. Class activities include hand-on recording and editing production practices. A-E Only. Offered Fall and Spring.
    Prerequisite(s): SoS and MCOM 151 .
  

  • MCOM 256 - Broadcasting 3 s.h.

    A study and practice of the principles and techniques of performing for radio microphone and television camera. Emphasizes the role of the radio and television announcer/performer and contemporary broadcast announcing styles. A-E Only.
    Prerequisite(s): SoS; MCOM 253  or MCOM 261 .
  

  • MCOM 257 - Fundamentals of Broadcasting 3 s.h.

    An introduction to the American Broadcasting System and related electronic media with emphasis on industry structure history, economics, regulations, programming, and performances. Designed to introduce students to theories and principles applicable to production courses. Mandatory attendance. Pass/Fail Option. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): MCOM 151 , SoS.
  

  • MCOM 259 - Media and Culture 3 s.h.

    Analyzes the philosophy, standards, and practices of media. Examines the relationship between media and culture in a variety of political, social, economic, and historical contexts. Addresses ethical problems in mediated communication and examines different methods of moral reasoning relative to their solutions.  Pass/Fail Option. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): MCOM 151 .
  

  • MCOM 261 - Introduction to Video Production 3 s.h.

    This course provides an introduction to single-camera video production and non-linear editing. Students will learn the skills necessary to begin employing video as both a tool for delivering information and as a vehicle for artistic expression. A-E Only.
  

  • MCOM 262 - Reporting 3 s.h.

    A study of reporting the news for mass media. Emphasis is on the reporter’s obligation to transmit the news as efficiently as possible for print and air media.  A-E Only. Offered every semester.
    LA
    BC3
    Prerequisite(s): JrS.
  

  • MCOM 280 - Basic Motion Picture Production 3 s.h.

    This course is an introduction to expressing fictive narratives using motion pictures. Emphasis will be placed on seeing and thinking in cinematic terms. Movie making exercises will be assigned, screened, and discussed. Pass/Fail Option.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): MCOM 261 .
  

  • MCOM 281 - The Art of the Motion Picture 3 s.h.

    Survey of the many facets of film. Discussion and illustration of the basic nature of the film medium itself, the varieties of technique and content encountered, and the different styles and formats employed. Pass/Fail Option. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    A3
    Prerequisite(s): SoS.
  

  • MCOM 283 - The Development of Film 3 s.h.

    A survey of motion pictures from their beginnings to the present. The nature of the film medium itself, the changes in technique and content, the reflection of social and historical conditions, and the styles of different countries and of individual directors will be illustrated through film screening, reading, discussion, and lecture. Pass/Fail Option.
    LA
    A3
    Prerequisite(s): SoS or 3 s.h. THTR. or MCOM.
  

  • MCOM 284 - Great Films of Great Directors 3 s.h.

    The motion picture studied from the point of view of the director as the central creative force. Examines careers of several major directors through the screening of films made by each. Discusses directors’ themes and the ways these themes are conveyed. Pass/Fail Option.
    LA
    A3
    Prerequisite(s): SoS or 3 s.h. THTR. or MCOM.
  

  • MCOM 285 - Film Analysis 3 s.h.

    This course is an introduction to analyzing film. We will explore how elements like cinematography, editing, acting and sound design create meaning in movies. We will examine how cinema functions as a medium for creative expression and as an important contributor to the social construction of reality and identity. Pass/Fail Option.
    LA
    A3
  

  • MCOM 294 - Special Topics in Mass Communications 1 s.h. - 6 s.h.

    Unique topics in Mass Communication. Specialized or advanced topics, not extensively covered in existing course, which are related to the conceptual and practical areas of mass media, and media study. LA determination based on course content. Pass/Fail Option.
    Prerequisite(s): SoS, 3 s.h. MCOM.
  

  • MCOM 295 - Teaching Assistantship in Mass Communication 1 s.h. - 3 s.h.

    Designed to provide a college-level experience for students who are exceptionally qualified to undertake appropriate responsibilities and demands including such activities as tutoring, assisting in research, assisting in the setup and supervision of video presentations and/or production classes, and/or participating in classroom presentations. Assistant works directly under the guidance of a faculty member. Pass/Fail Only.
    Prerequisite(s): See College minimum Teaching Assistantship requirements.
  

  • MCOM 300 - Advanced Journalism 3 s.h.

    This course is designed for students interested in gaining advanced multi-platform journalistic skills. Oriented toward in-depth projects exploring various approaches to news, feature and documentary work. The focus will be on students’ individual projects, but they will also share and workshop their ideas and work in progress. The course will begin with the process of selecting a topic, background research, planning interviews and writing scripts. Then it will concentrate on interviewing and writing techniques, culminating in editorial workshops and publication prospects in various media. The course will include reading assignments and discussion sessions. The final project will be a long-format journalistic piece. A-E Only. Offered once a year.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): MCOM 200 . 
  

  • MCOM 340 - Participatory Media 3 s.h.

    This class explores major theories and practices related to participatory media, and provides students with an opportunity to bring collaborative media projects and production into the community. Topics include methods for initiating participatory media projects, techniques for transitioning passive audiences into active collaborators, and ethical standards for community engagement. Students will create and implement a participatory media project as a primary component to the course.  A-E Only. Offered alternating semesters.
    Prerequisite(s): 12 s.h. of 200-level MCOM courses.
  

  • MCOM 350 - Senior Seminar in Media Studies 3 s.h.

    This course offers a unique, exploratory setting for examining major theories and research findings related to the practices and influences of media. Students will design and produce portfolio projects reflecting the culmination of their media studies learning experience. A-E Only. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SrS; MCOM 186  and 12 s.h. of 200-level COMM or MCOM courses.
  

  • MCOM 352 - Writing Scenes and Shorts for the Screen 3 s.h.

    This course is intended for students who are interested in the principles and practice of writing dramatic scenes and short scripts for the screen. Emphasis will be placed on writing short screenplays that can be produced with a highly limited budget. Students will study the basic components of dramatic character, conflict, structure and tension. Students will also study issues that are particular to short (20 minutes or less) dramatic narratives. In a workshop environment, students will practice critiquing fellow students’ dramatic writing. The purpose of a short film in the context of an aspiring filmmaker’s career will also be discussed. Course activities & teaching strategies: discussion, critique, workshops, lecture, exercises, film/script analysis. A-E Only. Offered once a year.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SoS and 12 s.h. of 200-level MCOM courses.
  

  • MCOM 353 - Advanced Audio Production 3 s.h.

    This advanced course is designed for students interested in producing in-depth non-fiction pieces for radio or podcast.  The course is oriented toward field production, exploring various approaches to audio work, from the journalistic to the personal. The focus will be on student’s individual projects, but they will also share and workshop their ideas and work in progress.  The final project will be a fully produced piece of audio non-fiction. A-E Only.
    Prerequisite(s): SoS and MCOM 253 .
  

  • MCOM 356 - Media Industries 3 s.h.

    This course provides an overview of the business of contemporary U.S. media practices including film, television, web-based media, music, video games, mobile phones, and other interactive media. It examines the changing economic structures and distribution network of these media industries and their relationship to production and consumption. The media industries course is geared toward upper level media production students and addresses the practical aspects of working within the media industries today in order to better prepare our students for the challenges they will face in today’s competitive media landscape. A-E Only. Offered once a year.
    Prerequisite(s): SoS and 12 s.h. of upper-division MCOM courses.
  

  • MCOM 358 - New Media Practices 3 s.h.

    The interactive nature of technology-enriched new media has changed the relationship between the individual and the larger society and has raised questions about the traditional relationship between audiences and media producers. This course will examine the ways that new technologies are changing the global political, economic, and social contexts surrounding today’s media. Emphasis will also be placed on comparing and contrasting what’s “new” about new media and technology with traditional media. Students will be expected to engage with and critique new media technologies.  A-E Only. Offered fall and spring.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): SoS and 12 s.h. of 200-level MCOM courses.
  

  • MCOM 360 - Studio Production 3 s.h.

    Introduction to the elements of television production: equipment, lighting, audio, graphics, scenery, special effects, floor directing, switching, videotape recording, creative camera works, directing, and picture composition. Includes hands-on labs in campus studio. A-E Only. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): MCOM 261 . 
  

  • MCOM 361 - Media Practicum 3 s.h.

    Application of advanced mass media production principles and skills. Work with some aspect of mass media production applications. Requires major mass media project from proposal and treatment to final production presentation. Pass/Fail Option. Offered Fall and Spring.
    Prerequisite(s): JrS.
  

  • MCOM 362 - Documentary Tradition 3 s.h.

    This course will explore the creative, technical, and practical aspects of creating a video documentary. Students will receive hands-on instruction in conducting background research, concept development, pre-production analysis, production development, and distribution. The final project for the course will be a short documentary. Students will also contextualize production though a better understanding the origins and development of the genre. Documentaries will be created and understood as means of public information, social and political criticism, education, and propaganda.  A-E Only. Offered Fall and Spring.
    Prerequisite(s): 12 s. h. of 200-level work in MCOM.
  

  • MCOM 380 - Advanced Video Production 3 s.h.

    Designed for students with experience in video production. Projects assigned, screened, and discussed.  Pass/Fail Option. Offered Fall and Spring.
    Prerequisite(s): MCOM 261 . 
  

  • MCOM 394 - Special Topics in Mass Communication 1 s.h. - 4 s.h.

    Study of selected media studies topics not covered in regular course offerings. A-E Only. Offered irregularly.
    LA
  

  • MCOM 397 - Mass Communication Internship 1 s.h. - 15 s.h.

    Full-time/part-time internship experience related to students’ academic and career interests in the field of mass communication. Faculty sponsor must be a member of the Communication and Media Department qualified in area of internship. Internship must involve actual work with bona fide professional organization strongly involved with mass communication. Pass/Fail Only.
    Prerequisite(s): See College minium Internship requirements and 2.5 GPA in the major.

Meteorology
  

  • METR 110 - Introduction to Meteorology 4 s.h.

    The physical processes of the atmosphere as they produce weather phenomena; weather elements, condensation and precipitation processes, air masses, fronts, winds, circulation systems, severe storms; interpretation of weather maps; laboratory experience. Pass/Fail Option. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    NS3
  

  • METR 111 - Introduction to Climatology 3 s.h.

    An introductory course (without lab) for both non-science and science majors examining the fundamentals of climate science. The first part of this course includes an overview of climate variables: Energy, Moisture, Pressure and Wind. The second part of the course then examines the effects of land, water, and ice surfaces on weather and climate patterns, classification and description of climates around the world, atmospheric teleconnections such as El-Nino Southern Oscillation, and climate change and variability. Pass/Fail Option. Offered every fall.
    LA
  

  • METR 194 - Special Topics in Meteorology 1 s.h. - 3 s.h.

    Selected topics of current meteorological interest not found in other courses. Subject matter varies each time course is offered, reflecting new developments in the field and changing interests of students and staff. A-E Only. Offered irregularly.
  

  • METR 212 - Climate Change and Variability 3 s.h.

    The nature of different types of climates and the mechanisms producing them. Topics include the atmosphere’s energy and hydrologic cycles, global circulations, air masses, monsoons, lake effects, climate classification, and climatic change. A-E Only. Offered Spring only.
    LA
    BC3
    Prerequisite(s): METR 110  or METR 111 . 
  

  • METR 240 - Physical Climatology 3 s.h.

    Introduction to the physics underlying climatological processes, focusing mainly on the Earth’s climate system, the structure of climate, atmosphere-ocean-land interactions, radiation physics, and the physics behind climate change. Designed for climatology students who have taken foundation courses in Math and Physics. A-E Only. Offered every other spring.
    Prerequisite(s): METR 110  or METR 111  ;MATH 223  ;CHEM 103  or CHEM 111 ; and PHYS 103   or PHYS 203 .
  

  • METR 290 - Computer and Data Analysis in Meteorology 3 s.h.

    This course is intended for sophomore meteorology majors to develop the tools and skills necessary for success as atmospheric scientists. It covers the basic data formats that are used to communicate meteorological data, basic observational skills, an introduction to the basic physical properties of the atmosphere, and methods of analyzing those data in meaningful ways. This course will also feature an emphasis on the computer skills necessary to ingest, display, and analyze meteorological data to help ensure success in the remainder of the upper-division meteorology curriculum. Pass/Fail Option. Offered Fall only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): METR 110 .
  

  • METR 340 - Physical Meteorology 3 s.h.

    In this course, students will learn about the fundamental physical principles that govern the internal workings of the atmosphere. Topics will include studying the physical structure of the atmosphere, the thermodynamics of dry and moist air, and the fundamentals of cloud and precipitation formation. A-E Only. Offered Spring only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 203  and MATH 224 . 
  

  • METR 350 - Atmospheric Dynamics 3 s.h.

    The study of atmospheric motions in terms of fluid flow concepts, including advection, divergence, vorticity, and circulation. Atmospheric motions are also studied as solutions to the primitive equations. Applications to weather patterns are emphasized. A-E Only. Offered Fall only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): METR 340 .
  

  • METR 351 - Research Methods in Dynamics 3 s.h.

    A continuation of METR 350  with research applications in dynamic meteorological principles (with topics such as air mass advections, temperature tendencies, droughts/floods). Methodological practices are emphasized as well as a semester-long research investigation that complements a formal write-up of the analysis and findings. Semester concludes with professional presentation of the work and conclusions. A-E Only. Offered Spring only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): COMP 100 ; and METR 350  or METR 386 . 
  

  • METR 360 - Weather Analysis and Forecasting I 4 s.h.

    Synoptic mechanisms as applied to daily weather forecasting and climate analysis. Fundamentals of surface and upper air processes, cyclone formation, air mass and jet stream effects. The use of forecast and diagnostic weather maps. The weather conditions associated with governing categories of weather systems patterns. Laboratories involve coding, plotting, and analyzing meteorological data, constructing charts, and forecasting. A-E Only. Offered Fall only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): METR 110  or METR 111 , and MATH 223 .
  

  • METR 361 - Weather Analysis and Forecasting II 4 s.h.

    Principles given in METR 360  are applied to forecasting of severe weather conditions and use of satellite and radar observations. The construction of computer forecast models is studied for identification of systematic errors. Also covered are lake effect and broadcast meteorology. Laboratories cover specialized forecast techniques and media weather presentation. A-E Only. Offered Spring only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): METR 360 .
  

  • METR 375 - Mesoscale Meteorology 3 s.h.

    This course will examine weather related phenomena that occurs on the mesoscale. Subject matter will include, but not be limited to local circulations, upslope/downslop flows, thunderstorm evolution and morphology, severe storm analysis, and frontal rainbands. Course will emphasize qualitative as well as quantitative analysis. It is expected that this course will be offered every fall. A-E Only. Offered Fall only.
    Prerequisite(s): METR 340  and METR 350  and MATH 224 .
  

  • METR 380 - Atmospheric Radiative Transfer 3 s.h.

    This course will cover radiative transfer in the Earth’s atmosphere. The physical processes of solar radiation and terrestrial radiation will be applied to the atmosphere. Further study of these processes as applied to remote sensing systems will follow. Finally, the computational aspects of radiative processes as applied in climate change and general circulation models will be covered. The course is intended for upper-division meteorology majors only. A-E Only. Offered every year.
    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 203  ”C” or better and MATH 224  ”C” or better and METR 340 .  
  

  • METR 381 - Radiative Transfer in the Climate System 3 s.h.

    This course is intended for students with an extensive background in climatology and atmospheric science and will examine how radiation interacts with various surfaces in the Earth System. The course begins with the fundamentals of electromagnetic radiation, then examines properties such as reflection, refraction, absorption and transmission across various surface types. Special attention is given to how radiative processes are applied in global climate models and how the Earth’s energy budget changes in a changing climate. A-E Only. Offered every other spring.
    Prerequisite(s): METR 240 . 
  

  • METR 385 - Remote Sensing of the Atmosphere 3 s.h.

    Intended for meteorology majors, this course will familiarize students with current atmospheric remote sensing technology and theory. Included are satellite images, wind profiler data, lightning detection and radar, including Doppler Radar Theory and image interpretation. This is a non-lab course, but exercises using current and archived images will be performed. Juniors and Seniors should take this course. Pass/Fail Option. Offered Fall only.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): METR 360 .
  

  • METR 386 - Advanced Climatology 3 s.h.

    This course is intended for students with an extensive background in climatology and atmospheric science and will examine climate and climate change over a variety of spatial scales. The course begins with an examination of how energy interacts with the surface and how turbulence and surface type affect the atmosphere on a small (micro) scale. Next, the course will cover synoptic climatology, regional patterns of high and low pressure systems and their effects on climate at a regional scale. Third the course will examine planetary-scale processes including Rossby waves and teleconnections. Lastly, the relationship between climate processes at various spatial scaled will be examined. A-E Only. Offered every fall.
    Prerequisite(s): METR 212 . 
  

  • METR 392 - Senior Seminar in Atmospheric Science 3 s.h.

    Intended as a capstone course for Meteorology majors. Review recent and classic developments in science, forecasting, and policy in the field of meteorology. Study classic research breakthroughs and significant recent advancements in atmospheric science. Class presentations and discussion, intended to hone communication skills, will be included to finalize students’ preparation as atmospheric scientists. A-E Only. Offered Spring only.
    Prerequisite(s): METR 351  and METR 361 . 
  

  • METR 397 - Internship in Meteorology 1 s.h. - 15 s.h.

    Students are placed with an appropriate organization or agency for applied work experience. Requirements and credits vary with individual internships. Pass/Fail Only.
    Prerequisite(s): JrS.
  

  • METR 399 - Independent Study in Meteorology 1 s.h. - 6 s.h.

    Individual studies under faculty supervision. Admission by consent of department chair and instructor involved. Pass/Fail Option.
    LA
    Prerequisite(s): JrS and prior course(s) in METR.

Management
  

  • MGMT 241 - Fundamentals of Management 3 s.h.

    This course is a survey of theories for managing people and organizations. The evolution of management thought is traced—notably the contributions of the classical, behavioral and management science schools—in order to understand contemporary management. Topics include planning, decision-making, organizing, leading, and controlling. Leadership, group processes, global environment, diversity and ethics are also emphasized. A-E Only. Offered Fall and Spring.
    Prerequisite(s): SoS; ACCT 100  or ECON 111 , ECON 112  or ECON 110  all with a grade of “C” or better, or BUS 111 .
  

  • MGMT 341 - Human Resource Management 3 s.h.

    Study of the practices and activities associated with managing human resources. Topics include: equal employment opportunity, recruitment, selection, training, and compensation. A-E Only.
    Prerequisite(s): JrS ; MGMT 241  and a major in PACC, BSEC, ECON or SMGT minor.
  

  • MGMT 343 - Organizational Behavior 3 s.h.

    Individual and group behavior in relation to the management process. Applications of behavioral theory and empirical knowledge to problems of individuals in organizations. Learning, motivation, attitudes, and conflict in terms of implications for management. Research and theory of group dynamics and the application of group behavior in formal organizations. Group membership, norms, conformity, power, structural properties of groups. A-E Only. Offered Fall and Spring.
    Prerequisite(s): JrS; MGMT 241  with a grade of “C” or better, and a major in PACC, BSEC, or ECON with a 2.0 minimum major GPA.
  

  • MGMT 345 - Strategic Management 3 s.h.

    This is the capstone course for the Business Economics major. It incorporates and integrates the content of the core courses of the major. Theories, models, and frameworks highlight aspects of strategic management, and a portion of the course is devoted to team projects. The course employs real business cases to demonstrate the formulation and implementation of business strategy in a variety of actual situations. Student teams prepare and present several case analyses, and compete in a realistic computer-simulated industry setting. Writing assignments include case presentations, case exams in essay form, and short papers. The course emphasizes the ability to analyze and synthesize fact-rich, complex business situations, to provide realistic recommendations for actions, and to communicate the results effectively in oral and written form. Pass/Fail Option. Offered Fall and Spring.
    Prerequisite(s): SrS; ACCT 122 , ECON 211 , ECON 212 , FINC 231 , LAW 222 , MGMT 241 , MKTG 261 , and MGMT 343  all with a grade of “C” or better, and a major in PACC, BSEC, or ECON with a minimum 2.0 major GPA.
  

  • MGMT 353 - Production & Operations Management 3 s.h.

    This course focuses on the process of creating goods and services. Topics include operations strategy, process design and management, enterprise resource planning, quality management, decision analysis, and forecasting. This course covers many concepts, systems, and methods of operations management with emphasis on quantitative methods and including a team-based computer simulation. A-E Only. Offered Fall and Spring.
    Prerequisite(s): JrS; ECON 111 , MGMT 241  all with a grade of “C” or better; MATH 105  or MATH 223 , STAT 101 , INTD 107  or CSCI 100 ; and a major in PACC, BSEC, or ECON with a minimum 2.0 major GPA.
  

  • MGMT 354 - Corporate Social Responsibility 3 s.h.

    The course provides a managerial perspective on the social consequences of corporate decision-making. Introductory material includes a review of moral theory, moral development and ethical organizational climates. Free market, enlightened self-interest and stakeholder approaches are applied to a range of historical cases. Students will analyze contemporary cases and present reports and recommendations. Professional accounting ethics guidelines and standards will be reviewed and discussed, with attention given to the accountant’s role and obligations with respect to clients, the capital markets system, and the public. A-E Only. Offered Spring only.
    BC3
    Prerequisite(s): JrS, MGMT 241  with a “C” or better and a major in PACC, BSEC, or ECON.
  

  • MGMT 362 - Supply Chain Strategy 3 s.h.

    This course studies classic and contemporary issues in supply chain strategy and management. It develops a framework to examine what capabilities a supply chain must have to support a firm’s business strategy and how the desired capabilities relate to the structure of a supply chain. Topics will include the strategic role of the supply chain, methodologies for designing and planning a supply chain, and issues in the management of supply chains. A-E Only. Offered once a year.
    Prerequisite(s): JrS; MGMT 353 , ECON 111 , MGMT 241  all with a grade of “C” or better; MATH 105  or MATH 223 , STAT 101 , INTD 107  or CSCI 100 ; and a major in PACC, BSEC, or ECON with a minimum 2.0 major GPA.
  

  • MGMT 363 - Logistics Management 3 s.h.

    Study of logistics and supply chain activities emphasizing integration of transportation, inventory, warehousing, facility location, customer service, packaging, and materials handling. A-E Only. Offered once a year.
    Prerequisite(s): JrS; MGMT 353 , ECON 111 , MGMT 241  all with a grade of “C” or better; MATH 105  or MATH 223 , STAT 101 , INTD 107  or CSCI 100 ; and a major in PACC, BSEC, or ECON with a minimum 2.0 major GPA.
  

  • MGMT 365 - Project Management 3 s.h.

    This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the project management process. It is designed to develop skills required for planning, implementation, and meeting project goals by using such advanced quantitative tools as networking, PERT/CPM, bar charting, manpower loading, computerized scheduling, and resource allocation. Decision-making tools and methods of identifying, analyzing, monitoring, and controlling risks are considered. The course explores the benefits of and obstacles to the collaborative model, examines techniques for successful teamwork, and covers methods of persuasion, negotiation, and conflict management in culturally diverse environments. Software is used intensively to provide hands-on experience in project management. A-E Only. Offered once a year.
    Prerequisite(s): JrS; MGMT 353 , ECON 111 , MGMT 241  all with a grade of “C” or better; MATH 105  or MATH 223 , STAT 101 , INTD 107  or CSCI 100 ; and a major in PACC, BSEC, or ECON with a minimum 2.0 major GPA.

Management Information Systems

Note: Prerequisite for all 300-level MIS courses: Students must have a declared major. Registration in any 300-level MIS course must not interfere with the student’s ability to complete the major in which he/she is declared or delay graduation.
  

  • MIS 351 - Management Information Systems 3 s.h.

    Focuses on fundamental management issues of information systems technology. Topics include personal productivity and business operations, data integration, decisions and models, organizational databases, decision support systems, and organization intelligence systems, strategic implications of information systems, designing and managing information systems. This course covers all types of management information systems and includes a team-based development of application cases in MIS. A-E Only. Offered Fall and Spring.
    Prerequisite(s): SrS; MGMT 241  with a grade of “C” or better; CSCI 100 , CSCI 116 , or ( INTD 106 , INTD 107 , and INTD 108 ); STAT 101 , STAT 261 , or PSYC 110; and a major in PACC, BSEC, ECON, or CSCI with a minimum 2.0 major GPA.
  

  • MIS 361 - Enterprise Resource Planning 3 s.h.

    EPR introduces students to enterprise systems and provides an overview of the managerial and technical issues in planning, designing, implementing, and extending enterprise systems and technologies. The focus of the course is managerial with some technical content and several hands-on exercises involving enterprise software from the industry-leader SAP. A-E Only. Offered once a year.
    Prerequisite(s): JrS; MKTG 261 , MGMT 353 , ECON 111 , MGMT 241  all with a grade of “C” or better; MATH 105  or MATH 223 , STAT 101 , INTD 107  or CSCI 100 ; and a major in PACC, BSEC, or ECON with a minimum 2.0 major GPA.

Marketing

Note: Prerequisite for all 300-level marketing courses: Students must have a declared major. Registration in any 300-level marketing course must not interfere with the student’s ability to complete the major in which he/she is declared or delay graduation.
  

  • MKTG 261 - Fundamentals of Marketing 3 s.h.

    This introductory marketing course is primarily organized around the four elements of marketing strategies: product, price, place (distribution) and promotion. The course also covers marketing research methods, customer behavior, segmentation, targeting, and global marketing. A-E Only. Offered Fall and Spring.
    Prerequisite(s): SoS and ECON 110  or ECON 111  ”C” or better.
  

  • MKTG 360 - Sales and Sales Management 3 s.h.

    A course aimed at helping students develop persuasive skills on behalf of products, concepts, and services while also helping them develop an in-depth understanding of salesmanship processes both short-term from an interactive standpoint and long-term from a standpoint of working out a pre-determined multi-stage plan. The many roles of sales management will be incorporated as they pertain both directly and in their many influential aspects. A-E Only.
    Prerequisite(s): JrS, ACCT 100  and ECON 111  or ECON 110  and MKTG 261  all with a “C” or better and a major in PACC, BSEC, or ECON.
  

  • MKTG 361 - Marketing Management 3 s.h.

    This is the capstone course for the Marketing concentration. The analysis of marketing problems and programs from the viewpoint of the high-level marketing executive. Emphasis upon the building of integrated marketing programs, including the significance of products, pricing, promotion, and marketing strategy. The contributions of marketing research and new analytical tools are also included. A-E Only.
    Prerequisite(s): JrS; MKTG 261 , ACCT 100 , (ECON 110  or ECON 111 ), two of the following MKTG 360 , MKTG 362 , MKTG 363 , MKTG 364 , or MKTG 366 , all with a grade of “C” or better, and a major in PACC, BSEC, or ECON.
  

  • MKTG 362 - Marketing Research 3 s.h.

    The study of the nature and application of marketing research. Topics include problem formulation, research and sample design, questionnaire construction and behavioral and multivariate analysis. Emphasis will be placed on providing a sound theoretical background in the area of marketing research. Case study format. A-E Only.
    Prerequisite(s): JrS; (ECON 110  or ECON 111 ), MKTG 261  both with a grade of “C” or better, (STAT 101  or PSYC 110), and a major in PACC, BSEC, or ECON.
  

  • MKTG 363 - Advertising Management 3 s.h.

    This is a course with a management point of view that examines the role of advertising in the marketing mix, and the media selection process, along with the development of copy strategy, and the production of advertisements. A-E Only.
    Prerequisite(s): JrS; (ECON 110  or ECON 111 ), MKTG 261  both with a grade of “C” or better, and a major in PACC, BSEC, or ECON.
  

  • MKTG 364 - Consumer Behavior 3 s.h.

    Building on theories and empirical evidence from multiple disciplines including microeconomics, psychology, and sociology, this course is an in-depth analysis of consumer motivation, attitude formation, information search, decision-making and consumption behavior. Marketing applications are abundantly discussed. A-E Only.
    Prerequisite(s): JrS (ECON 110  or ECON 111 ) and MKTG 261  ”C” or better; and a major in PACC, BSEC, or ECON.
  

  • MKTG 366 - International Marketing 3 s.h.

    A managerial view of the marketing process as it applies to the international field. Topics include: significance of international trade, international marketing position of the U.S., analysis of foreign markets, organization and administration of international marketing, and special topics. A-E Only.
    Prerequisite(s): JrS; MKTG 261 , ECON 110  (or ECON 111  and ECON 112 ) all with a grade of “C” or better and a major in PACC, BSEC, or ECON.
  

  • MKTG 368 - Digital Marketing 3 s.h.

    The increased consumption of digital technologies has led to a dramatic increase in the amount of time and money consumers spend online. As a result, it is becoming crucial for marketers to develop a digital marketing strategy to build meaningful customer relationships. This course provides an introduction to various digital marketing strategies, including search engine optimization, search ads, email marketing, google analytics, and participating in social media. The course provides students with insights into how profitable digital marketing strategies can be created and managed. In doing so, students will learn how to develop effective digital marketing strategies that connect with consumers. A-E Only. Offered once a year.
    Prerequisite(s): JrS, ECON 110  or ECON 111 , and MKTG 261  all with a grade of “C” or better, and a major in PACC or BSEC.

Mathematics Education
  

  • MTHE 299 - Independent Study in Mathematics Education 1 s.h. - 3 s.h.

    Individual studies or research activities carried out under the direction of appropriate departmental faculty. Pass/Fail Option. Offered irregularly.
    Prerequisite(s): SoS and permission of department.
  

  • MTHE 320 - Math Ed Technology 3 s.h.

    Students will study software dedicated to clarify mathematical concepts in adolescent education. Areas of study will include algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, probability, statistics, and programming. Software will include but not be limited to TI-Nspire CAS, dynamic geometry software, Gizmos, EXCEL, and BASIC or Logo. A-E Only. Offered Fall and Spring.
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 254 .
  

  • MTHE 392 - Research, Theory and Practice in Middle and High School Mathematics Education 4 s.h.

    Research, theory, and practice of teaching mathematics to diverse students in grades 7-12. Topics will include: planning, motivation, classroom management, problem solving, NYS and national trends in mathematics education, use of technology in planning and in instruction, reflective teaching, and assessments of teaching and learning mathematics. Course includes a minimum of 52 hours field placement in a middle or high school Mathematics classroom. A-E Only. Offered Fall only.
    Prerequisite(s): Candidate status in Education required.
  

  • MTHE 396 - Student Teaching in Secondary Mathematics 12 s.h.

    One half semester of guided teaching at a middle school and one half semester of guided teaching at a high school. Students must register and successfully complete both MTHE 396A and MTHE 396B in the same semester to receive credit for either. Pass/Fail Only. Offered Fall and Spring.
    OCS
    BC3
    Prerequisite(s): MTHE 392  and student teaching eligibility and permission from the Office of Education Advisement and Field Experience.
    Corequisite(s): MTHE 398 .
  

  • MTHE 398 - Seminar in Middle and High School Mathematics Education 3 s.h.

    Philosophy of mathematics education, use of graphing calculators and other technologies, teaching mathematics to diverse students, national and international studies in mathematics education, innovative instructional strategies, integration of problem solving with other disciplines, assessment of teaching and learning, professional ethics, and other current issues in mathematics education. Discussion of concurrent student teaching and and presentation of portfolios. Pass/Fail Only. Offered Fall and Srping.
    Prerequisite(s): MTHE 392 .
    Corequisite(s): MTHE 396 .
  

  • MTHE 399 - Independent Study in Mathematics Education 1 s.h. - 3 s.h.

    Individual studies or research activities carried out under the direction of appropriate departmental faculty. Pass/Fail Option. Offered irregularly.
    Prerequisite(s): JrS, prior MTHE courses and permission of department.

Music History and Literature
  

  • MUSC 100 - Music for Listeners 3 s.h.

    This course Introduces trends in “classical” music in Western civilization from the MIddle Ages through the present and emphasizes the relationship between great works of music and other events in history and the arts. Concentrated listening is encouraged to increase music perception and enjoyment. Students will be asked to identify and classify various styles of music by recognition of instruments, styles and forms, as well as basic rhythmic, melodic and harmonic concepts. Pass/Fail Option. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    WC3
  

  • MUSC 106 - Learning About Music 3 s.h.

    A lecture/demonstration course in which a number of different speakers or performing artists offer presentations on music topics in which they have special interest or expertise. Offers musical experiences ranging from classical Western art music to ethnomusicological examples, traditional folk forms, and contemporary music. Pass/Fail Option. Offered Fall and Spring.
    LA
    A3
  

  • MUSC 121 - Jazz 3 s.h.

    A survey of basic jazz literature including study of styles of outstanding performers. Emphasizes concepts of improvisation and aural recognition of the sonorities of dance bands and modern small jazz groups. Pass/Fail Option.
    LA
    A3
  

  • MUSC 126 - The American Musical Theater 3 s.h.

    Study of the origins, development, and current practices of the American music theater, with emphasis on structure, staging, and performance style. Examination of scripts, music, and production approaches of such artists as Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein II, Irving Berlin, George Gershwin, Stephen Sondheim, Jule Styne, Alan Jay Lerner, Frederick Loewe, and Cole Porter. Pass/Fail Option.
    LA
    A3
    Cross-listed as THTR 102 .
  

  • MUSC 194 - Special Topics in Music 1 s.h. - 3 s.h.

    Introductory study of a special topic in the music field not covered in other courses. Reading and listening laboratory assignments required. Pass/Fail Option. May be repeated with different topics.
    LA
  

  • MUSC 206 - 20th Century Music 3 s.h.

    A study of the composers and musical developments in European and American Art Music in the 20th century with an introduction to music from other world cultures, including a foray into trends in the 21st Century. This will include a survey of the spectrum of musical life in the twentieth century, including Art Music in common practice, serious art works that are orchestral, choral, chamber music and solo, but also that are technology-driven. The course will undertake some cross comparisons with popular forms such as Musical Theater, Music in Film, Jazz, Pop, and the contemporary music of other cultures. Compositional techniques, style characteristics, and relationships will be emphasized. Pass/Fail Option.
    LA
 

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