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Summer 2013 Sioux Falls Courses

Sioux Falls Courses - Summer 2013
University of South Dakota Division of Continuing & Distance Education

University Center provides the greater Sioux Falls community convenient local access to public higher education programs. 

These courses are held face-to-face at the University Center in Sioux Falls.

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Courses are listed on this page alphabetically by course prefix.  These courses are face-to-face courses at the University Center in Sioux Falls.  Section numbers for Sioux Falls are U910, U912, U913, U914, U916, U917, U918, and U919.

ACCT 210 U910
Principles of Accounting I

Synonym #
63611

Credits
3

Instructor
Paul Van Sloten

Description
A study of fundamental accounting principles and procedures such as journalizing, posting, preparation of financial statements, and other selected topics. Accounting is emphasized as a service activity designed to provide the information about economic entities that is necessary for making sound decisions.

Prerequisites
N/A

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Meeting Information
5/13-6/21
100% Refund Date:
5/16/13

T/R 5-8:45pm

University Center - Sioux Falls

ACCT 211 U910
Principles of Accounting II

Synonym #
63612

Credits
3

Instructor
Bob Garrigan

Description
A continuation of ACCT 210 with emphasis on partnership and corporate structures, management decision-making, cost control, and other selected topics.

Prerequisites
ACCT 210

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Meeting Information
6/24-8/2
100% Refund Date:
6/27/13

T/R 5-8:45pm

University Center - Sioux Falls

ACCT 320 U910
Cost Accounting

Synonym #
63613

Credits
3

Instructor
Paul Van Sloten

Description
The study of principles and techniques for accumulating, reporting, and analyzing cost information for decision-making and external reporting. The use of cost accounting systems for planning and controlling cost responsibility centers is emphasized. Consideration is given to the appropriate use of various cost accounting methods such as activity-based costing, target costing, and just in time management techniques in service and manufacturing industries.

Prerequisites
ACCT 211

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Meeting Information
6/24-8/2
100% Refund Date:
6/27/13

M/W 5-8:45pm

University Center - Sioux Falls

AHED 898D
Dissertation in AHED

Synonym #
TBA

Credits
3

Instructor
Assigned Advisor

Description
Required of all Ed.D. students following. Total of 15 credit hours required.

Prerequisites
N/A

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Meeting Information
5/13-8/2
100% Refund Date:
5/20/13
TBA

University Center - Sioux Falls

BADM 310 U910
Business Finance

Synonym #
63621

Credits
3

Instructor
Kumoli Ramakrishnan

Description
Business finance is an overview of financial theory including the time value of money, capital budgeting, capital structure theory, dividend policies, asset pricing, risk and return, the efficient markets hypothesis, bond and stock valuation, business performance evaluation and other financial topics.

Prerequisites
ACCT 211

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Meeting Information
5/13-6/21
100% Refund Date:
5/16/13

T/R 5-8:45pm

University Center - Sioux Falls

BADM 323 U910
Information Systems for Business Professionals

Synonym #
63622

Credits
3

Instructor
Kent Anderson

Description
This course provides the knowledge and understanding of how information systems can be used in a business organization for achieving competitive advantage. Student learning will be accomplished through the use of text, cases, hands-on computer laboratory exercises, and interaction with real-world businesses.

Prerequisites
ACCT 210 and BADM 220, MATH 281 or STAT 281

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Meeting Information
5/13-6/21
100% Refund Date:
5/16/13

T/R 1-4:45pm

University Center - Sioux Falls

BADM 369 U910
Organizational Behavior & Theory

Synonym #
63623

Credits
3

Instructor
Damian Lonsdale

Description
Organizational behavior and theory is a basic course in the organizing activities of people in groups. The emphasis is on organizational behavior, including the study of interpersonal behavior, motivation, group dynamics, and the methods of coordination, design, change, and adaptation within an organization.

Prerequisites
N/A

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Meeting Information
6/24-8/2
100% Refund Date:
6/27/13

M/W 5-8:45pm

University Center - Sioux Falls

BADM 370 U910
Marketing

Synonym #
63624

Credits
3

Instructor
William Jones

Description
This course introduces the student to the basic concepts and practices of modern marketing. Topics include marketing and its linkages to business, consumer behavior, marketing research, strategy and planning, product and pricing decisions, distributions and promotion decisions, marketing management, and evaluation and control aspects for both consumer and industrial goods.

Prerequisites
N/A

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Meeting Information
5/13-6/21
100% Refund Date:
5/16/13

T/R 5-8:45pm

University Center - Sioux Falls

BADM 481 U910
Promotional Management

Synonym #
63625

Credits
3

Instructor
Richard Muller

Description
This course is a concentrated study of marketing issues related to promotions and the creative aspects of the advertising/communication process. Topics covered include communication as an integral part of marketing, fundamentals of communication, the marketing environment, and management of a promotional strategy. Planning, implementation, evaluation and control are discussed.

Prerequisites
BADM 370

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Meeting Information
6/24-8/2
100% Refund Date:
6/27/13

T/R 5-8:45pm

University Center - Sioux Falls

CJUS 334 U910
Criminal Investigation

Synonym #
63626

Credits
3

Instructor
Christopher Janos

Description
A study of the fundamental principles of a criminal investigation subsequent to the initial activities of the first investigator at the scene. The intent of this course is to acquaint the student with those investigative actions which are most applicable to all types of investigations.

Prerequisites
N/A

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Meeting Information
6/24-8/2
100% Refund Date:
6/27/13

T/R 5-8:45pm

University Center - Sioux Falls

DCOM 732 U911
Craniofacial

Synonym #
64147

Credits
3

Instructor
Mandy Williams

Description
This course is designed to provide students with a practical foundation in the area of craniofacial anomalies, specifically, etiologies, embryology, genetics, impact of anomalies on speech, assessment procedures, and intervention techniques.

Prerequisites
N/A

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Meeting Information
7/8-8/2
100% Refund Date:
7/9/13

M/T/W/R 3-5:30pm

University Center - Sioux Falls

This course is a DDN course

DCOM 737 U911
Dysphagia

Synonym #
64606

Credits
3

Instructor
TBA

Description
Study of the nature of swallowing disorders and related oral motor disorders, their etiology, assessment and treatment.

Prerequisites
DCOM 733 and DCOM 734, and permission of the instructor is required

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Meeting Information
6/10-7/5
100% Refund Date:
6/11/13

M/T/W/R 3-5:30pm

University Center - Sioux Falls

This course is a DDN course

ECON 782 U910
Managerial Economics

Synonym #
63629

Credits
3

Instructor
Brock Stoddard

Description
Managerial Economics utilizes microeconomic theory and econometric techniques to analyze business decision making. Major topics include demand analysis and estimation, forecasting, cost analysis and estimation, market structures, pricing strategies, and game theory.

Prerequisites
Calculus or equivalent; and ECON 201and ECON 202 or ECON 580.

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Meeting Information
6/24-8/2
100% Refund Date:
6/27/13

F 6-9pm
Sa 9am-5pm
Course Meets: 7/26-27

University Center - Sioux Falls

EDAD 898D
Dissertation in EDAD

Synonym #
TBA

Credits
3

Instructor
Assigned Advisor

Description
Required of all Doctoral students. Total of 15 credit hours is required.

Prerequisites
N/A

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Meeting Information
5/13-8/2
100% Refund Date:
5/20/13

TBA

University Center - Sioux Falls

EDFN 475 U911
Human Relations

Synonym #
64703

Credits
3

Instructor
Kathleen Brown-Rice

Description
Focuses on characteristics, contributions, and strengths of a pluralistic society; various cultural perspectives and specific information about cultures; the dehumanizing impact of biases and negative stereotypes; and the human relations approach to teaching.

Crosslisted with EDFN 575

Prerequisites
N/A

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Meeting Information
6/10-7/5
100% Refund Date:
6/11/13

M/W 5-8:45pm

University Center - Sioux Falls

This course is a DDN course

EDFN 575 U911
Human Relations

Synonym #
64705

Credits
3

Instructor
Kathleen Brown-Rice

Description
A study of cultural, prejudice, bias, sexism, and how to overcome their negative effects in school settings. Developing human-relations skills dealing with difficulties encountered between individuals. An introduction to multicultural issues that focus on ethnic and racial sectors within the American society. This course provides a format of consciousness raising.

Crosslisted with EDFN 475

Prerequisites
N/A

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Meeting Information
6/10-7/5
100% Refund Date:
6/11/13

M/W 5-8:45pm

University Center - Sioux Falls

This course is a DDN course

ENGL 101 U910
Composition I
*Meets USD Globalization Requirements

Synonym #
63635

Credits
3

Instructor
Kevin Magee

Description
Practice in the skills, research, and documentation needed for effective academic writing. Analysis of a variety of academic and non-academic texts, rhetorical structures, critical thinking, and audience will be included.

Prerequisites
Appropriate student placement based on entry level assessment or completion of ENGL 032, 033

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Meeting Information
5/13-6/21
100% Refund Date:
5/16/13

T/R 5/8:45pm

University Center - Sioux Falls

ENGL 101 U912
Composition I
*Meets USD Globalization Requirements

Synonym #
63637

Credits
3

Instructor
Ken Green

Description
Practice in the skills, research, and documentation needed for effective academic writing. Analysis of a variety of academic and non-academic texts, rhetorical structures, critical thinking, and audience will be included.

Prerequisites
Appropriate student placement based on entry level assessment or completion of ENGL 032, 033

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Meeting Information
6/24-8/2
100% Refund Date:
6/27/13

M/W 1-4:45pm

University Center - Sioux Falls

ENGL 201 U910
Composition II
*Meets USD Globalization Requirements

Synonym #
63638

Credits
3

Instructor
Kevin Magee

Description
Study of and practice in writing persuasive prose, with the aim to improve writing skills in all disciplines.

Prerequisites
ENGL 101 and ENGL 210 or UHON 110

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Meeting Information
5/13-6/21
100% Refund Date:
5/16/13

T/R 9am-12:45pm

University Center - Sioux Falls

ENGL 201 U912
Composition II
*Meets USD Globalization Requirements

Synonym #
63640

Credits
3

Instructor
Ken Green

Description
Study of and practice in writing persuasive prose, with the aim to improve writing skills in all disciplines.

Prerequisites
ENGL 101 and ENGL 210 or UHON 110

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Meeting Information
6/24-8/2
100% Refund Date:
6/27/13

M/W 5-8:45pm

University Center - Sioux Falls

ENGL 210 U910
Introduction to Literature
*Meets USD Globalization Requirements

Synonym #
63642

Credits
3

Instructor
Ken Green

Description
Readings in fiction, drama, and poetry to acquaint students with literature and aesthetic form.

Prerequisites
ENGL 101

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Meeting Information
5/13-6/21
100% Refund Date:
5/16/13

T/R 1-4:45pm

University Center - Sioux Falls

ENGL 210 U912
Introduction to Literature
*Meets USD Globalization Requirements

Synonym #
63643

Credits
3

Instructor
Kevin Magee

Description
Readings in fiction, drama, and poetry to acquaint students with literature and aesthetic form.

Prerequisites
ENGL 101

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Meeting Information
6/24-8/2
100% Refund Date:
6/27/13

M/W 9am-11:45am

University Center - Sioux Falls

HSC 380 U911
Health literacy & Culture Care

Synonym #
80508

Credits
3

Instructor
Ann Mollman

Description
“What do I need to know to care for you and to meet your needs?” forms the basis for this course. Familiarizes the student with necessary adaptations to healthcare delivery that reflect an understanding of diversity between and within cultures. Health literacy and the ability to obtain, process, and understand health information needed to make informed health decisions are studied in relation to health outcomes.

Prerequisites
N/A

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Meeting Information
6/10-8/2
100% Refund Date:
6/14/13

W 4-6:45pm

Room: TBA

University Center - Sioux Falls

This course is a DDN course

MICR 230 U910
Basic Microbiology

Synonym #
63648

Credits
3

Instructor
Tony Slieman

Description
A survey course in Microbiology designed for nursing and dental hygiene majors.

Prerequisites
N/A

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Meeting Information
5/13-8/2
100% Refund Date:
5/20/13

T/R 1-3pm

University Center - Sioux Falls

MUAP 150 U910
Applied Music - Strings Guitar
*Meets USD Globalization Requirements

Synonym #
63650

Credits
2

Instructor
Mike Hilson

Description
One to two hours credit for private lessons is given for half-hour lesson per week. Music majors studying in the major performance area may elect two half-hour lessons per week for two to four hours of credit. Adequate preparation through practice is expected of all students.

Prerequisites
N/A

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Meeting Information
5/13-8/2
100% Refund Date:
5/20/13

T TBA

University Center - Sioux Falls

PHGY 220/220L U910/U910
Human Anatomy & Physiology I w/Lab
*Meets USD Globalization Requirements

Synonym #
63652
63653 Lab

Credits
4

Instructor
Stephen Bambas

Description
Lectures, laboratory work, and demonstrations will enable students to understand normal and abnormal function of the human body and provide a foundation for any future healthcare course. Integration of anatomical structure as it relates to physiology will also be incorporated.

Prerequisites
“C” or better in Chem

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Meeting Information
5/13-8/2
100% Refund Date:
5/20/13

T/R 9-10:30am
T 10:30am-1pm Lab

University Center - Sioux Falls

PHGY 230/230L U910
Human Anatomy & Physiology II w/Lab
*Meets USD Globalization Requirements

Synonym #
63655
63656 Lab

Credits
4

Instructor
Stephen Bambas

Description
This course is a continuation of material covered in PHGY 220. Lectures, laboratory work, and demonstrations will enable students to understand normal and abnormal function of the human body and provide a foundation for any future healthcare course. Integration of anatomical structure as it relates to physiology will also be incorporated.

Prerequisites
PHGY 220 with “C” or better

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Meeting Information
5/13-8/2
100% Refund Date:
5/20/13

M/W 9-10:30am
M 10:30am-1pm Lab

University Center - Sioux Falls

POLS 773 U910
Organization Theory Hybrid

Synonym #
79348

Credits
3

Instructor
Mike Card

Description
This course surveys the major perspectives in organizational theory, with specific reference to public and nonprofit organizations. Emphasis will be given to the manner in which organizations form and develop, interact with other organizations, recruit and socialize members, manage resources, resolve problems, and respond to challenges in the external environment.

Prerequisites
N/A

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Meeting Information
5/13-8/2
100% Refund Date:
5/20/13

F 9am-3pm
Course Meets: 5/17, 6/14, 7/19

University Center - Sioux Falls

POLS 792 U910
Applied Research Methods Hybrid

Synonym #
79350

Credits
3

Instructor
Rod Hair

Description
TBA.

Prerequisites
N/A

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Meeting Information
5/13-8/2
100% Refund Date:
5/20/13

Sa 9am-3pm
Course Meets: 5/18, 6/15, 7/20

University Center - Sioux Falls

PSYC 101 U910
General Psychology
*Meets USD Globalization Requirements

Synonym #
63659

Credits
3

Instructor
Sam Gaster

Description
This course is an introduction survey of the field of psychology with consideration of the biological bases of behavior, sensory and perceptual processes, learning and memory, human growth and development, social behavior and normal and abnormal behavior.

Prerequisites
N/A

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Meeting Information
5/13-6/21
100% Refund Date:
5/16/13

T/R 9am-12:45pm

University Center - Sioux Falls

PSYC 101 U912
General Psychology
*Meets USD Globalization Requirements

Synonym #
63660

Credits
3

Instructor
Lauren Booker

Description
This course is an introduction survey of the field of psychology with consideration of the biological bases of behavior, sensory and perceptual processes, learning and memory, human growth and development, social behavior and normal and abnormal behavior.

Prerequisites
N/A

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Meeting Information
6/24-8/2
100% Refund Date:
6/27/13

M/W 5-8:45pm

University Center - Sioux Falls

PSYC 321 U910
Human Development Lifespan

Synonym #
63660

Credits
3

Instructor
Savannah Peters

Description
In this course, theories of social, cognitive, emotional, and physical development are discussed for each era of human growth including gestation, infancy, childhood, adolescence, and young, middle, and late adulthood. This course is recommended for all students seeking a theoretical and applicable knowledge of human development.

Prerequisites
PSYC 101

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Meeting Information
5/13-6/21
100% Refund Date:
5/16/13

T/R 9am-12:45pm

University Center - Sioux Falls

REL 250 U910
World Religions
*Meets USD Globalization Requirements

Synonym #
63661

Credits
3

Instructor
William Cooper

Description
Introduces the major religions of humankind, examining the function and diversity of religious expression in human experience, and the role of these religions in international relations.

Prerequisites
N/A

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Meeting Information
5/13-6/21
100% Refund Date:
5/16/13

M/W 5-8:45pm

University Center - Sioux Falls