OMT 222 – Project Management

Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 3
This course covers fundamental concepts associated with multi-task management and coordination. Topics include flow diagrams, process and operations charts, network scheduling, Gantt charts, and PERT and Critical Path Methods as tools in project management. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and apply project management tools and methods.

PAD 151 – Intro to Public Admin

Public Administration
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 3
This course includes an overview of the role of the public administrator in government and an examination of the development and implementation of public policy. Topics include public personnel administration and management, decision making, public affairs, ethics, organizational theories, budgetary functions within governmental agencies, and other governmental issues. Upon completion, students should be able to Read More

PAD 152 – Ethics in Government

Public Administration
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces the ethical issues and problems within the public administration field. Emphasis is placed on building analytical skills, stimulating moral imagination, and recognizing the discretionary power of the administrator’s role. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the moral dimensions of public administrative decision making.

PAD 251 – Public Finance & Budgeting

Public Administration
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 3
This course provides an overview of the public finance and budgeting processes used in the allocation of public resources to meet differing public interests. Topics include the political environment, government expenditures, revenues, taxation, budgetary process theories and techniques, and the relation of government finance to the economy. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize Read More

PAD 252 – Public Policy Analysis

Public Administration
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 3
This course is a study of methods and techniques used to determine the effectiveness of public programs. Emphasis is placed on the concept of ecology and environmental impact, informal groups and information networks, and the relationship between public and private sectors. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze case studies with the use of Read More

PAD 254– Grant Writing

Public Administration
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 3
This course covers the basic techniques of successful grant writing. Topics include concept development, funding sources research, and writing skills relevant to the grants process. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the grants process.

PED 110 – Fit and Well for Life

Physical Education
Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 2
This course is designed to investigate and apply the basic concepts and principles of lifetime physical fitness and other health-related factors. Emphasis is placed on wellness through the study of nutrition, weight control, stress management, and consumer facts on exercise and fitness. Upon completion, students should be able to plan a personal, lifelong fitness program Read More

PED 113 – Aerobics

Physical Education
Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Work: Credits: 1
This course introduces a program of cardiovascular fitness involving continuous, rhythmic exercise. Emphasis is placed on developing cardiovascular efficiency, strength, and flexibility and on safety precautions. Upon completion, students should be able to select and implement a rhythmic aerobic exercise program. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a Read More

PED 117 – Weight Lifting I

Physical Education
Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Work: Credits: 1
This course introduces the basics of weight training. Emphasis is placed on developing muscular strength, muscular endurance, and muscle tone. Upon completion, students should be able to establish and implement a personal weight training program. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement for Read More

PED 119 – Circuit Training

Physical Education
Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Work: Credits: 1
This course covers the skills necessary to participate in a developmental fitness program. Emphasis is placed on the circuit training method which involves a series of conditioning timed stations arranged for maximum benefit and variety. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and appreciate the role of circuit training as a means to develop Read More