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Susan E. Pease, Dean
Richard L. Roth, Associate Dean
Stephen Adair, Assistant to the Dean
Paul Altieri, Assistant to the Dean
Phone: (860) 832-2600
Fax: (860) 832-2601
Web address: http://www.ccsu.edu/artsci
The School of Arts and Sciences offers the M.A. degree in biological
sciences, English, history, information design, mathematics, modern
language, public history, and psychology and the M.S. in biological
sciences, computer information technology: computer science, criminal
justice, data mining, geography, international studies, natural sciences,
and organizational communication.
Many academic departments within the School of Arts and Sciences provide
the major for the post-baccalaureate certification program for secondary
school teachers.
Currently, a graduate-level Official Certificate Program is offered
through the School of Arts and Sciences: OCP 500, Post-Baccalaureate
Certificate in Pre-Health Studies.
A limited number of graduate assistantships are available in each
department offering a master’s degree program. Students seeking
information about assistantships or program requirements should contact
the academic department directly. For general information, students may
call the Office of the Dean of Arts and Sciences (832-2600), located in
DiLoreto 112 or the School of Graduate Studies Office (832-2363), located
in Barnard Hall.
ART
Faculty
Cassandra Broadus-Garcia (Chair, Maloney 151), Meyer Alewitz, James
Buxton, Sherinatu Fafunwa, Sean Patrick Gallagher, Vicente Garcia, Faith
Hentschel, Elizabeth Langhorne, Cora Marshall, Rachel Siporin, Mark
Strathy, Ron Todd (Dept. phone: 832-2620)
Department Overview
The Department of Art offers a program of study leading to the Master of
Science degree.
The M.S. in Art Education program is designed primarily to meet the needs
of experienced art educators who have completed an undergraduate program
in the field. The program may be available for already-certified
elementary and secondary education teachers who demonstrate artistic
proficiency through a portfolio review and who wish to seek additional
state certification. These students may work towards the M.S. degree while
they prepare to meet certification requirements in Art Education.
Program
The Art Department offers its Art Education Master’s program with a wide
range of visual arts specializations. Both concepts and technical
excellence are stressed. High quality resources are provided: equipment; a
faculty of practicing artists, designers, and art educators; and a
location convenient to major museums and numerous galleries.
In addition to the requirements of the School of Graduate Studies,
application to the Department of Art requires the following:
• An undergraduate major in art, or equivalent proficiency
• A portfolio of work*
• An essay*
After completing 15 credits of courses, the student must apply for Degree
Candidacy. The student must present a resume, statement of purpose, and a
portfolio of at least five pieces to a committee of the advisor and two
other faculty members selected by the student and approved by the advisor.
After 27 credits, the student must undergo a final review, including
committee approval of the thesis (Plan A) or exhibition/special project
(Plan C). The comprehensive exam option (Plan B) is not available. Please
follow the directions on page 13 concerning the planned program.
*Contact the Department of Art for portfolio and essay requirements at
(860) 832-2620.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ART EDUCATION
33 credits, including thesis/Plan A or exhibition or project/Plan C
Professional Education (12 credits):
ART 500 Problems in Art Education
ART 598 Research in Art Education
ART 597 Exhibition Research (Plan C)
or
Art 599 Thesis (Plan A)
and one of the following: EDF 500, 516, 524, 525, 538, 583
Art Concentration (21 credits):
Department offerings, as approved by faculty advisor
Note: No more than nine credits at the 400 level, as approved by the
graduate advisor, may be counted toward the graduate planned program of
study.
ART EDUCATION CERTIFICATION
Persons holding a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with an
art-related major or concentration must follow a planned program of
graduate study leading to certification in Art Education NK-12. These
candidates are required to have the equivalent of 45 credits in
art-related courses and fulfill departmental admissions requirements which
include a portfolio review.*
POST MASTER’S STUDY
Thirty-credit planned programs of post-master’s study in specific studio
areas are available with the consent of the chair.
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
Faculty
Ruth Rollin (Chair, Copernicus 332), Douglas Carter, Sylvia Halkin,
Jeremiah Jarrett, Thomas Mione, Barbara Nicholson, Peter Osei, Clayton
Penniman, David Spector, Jack Tessier (Dept. phone: 832-2645)
Department Overview
The Department of Biological Sciences offers programs of study leading to
the Master of Arts and Master of Science degrees, as well as courses which
may serve as part of the general education requirement for students
preparing to teach in fields other than biology. The department has a wide
range of modern research equipment in laboratories designed for class
and/or individual research studies. Specialized facilities, available for
faculty and student instruction and research, include a greenhouse,
herbarium, cell culture facilities, mouse and rat colonies, protein
purification facility, photosynthesis research laboratory, molecular
genetics research laboratory, dark rooms, experimental gardens, controlled
environment room, growth chambers and a computer laboratory.
Through the academic and extracurricular opportunities which the
department offers, students are prepared to understand and participate in
a wide variety of biological specializations. Students in the graduate
programs are expected to expand their understanding of biological
concepts, to become familiar with recent developments in biology and to
become familiar with library, computer, and laboratory resources for
biological research.
Admission Requirements
The following items are required:
• application for admission to graduate study
• official transcripts from all institutions in which undergraduate and
graduate work has been taken
• Graduate Record Examination scores for the aptitude and advanced biology
tests are recommended but not required
• narrative statement
• letters of recommendation by three college instructors familiar with
your ability and record in biology and the related sciences
The first three items above are to be submitted to the School of Graduate
Studies Office. When an applicant’s admission folder is complete, it will
be forwarded to the department chair. The last two items above should be
submitted to the department chair. The Departmental Graduate Committee
will make a recommendation for acceptance. Students who are accepted will
be assigned a program committee at the time of acceptance. If applicable,
a thesis advising committee will be assigned after the student begins the
program of study.
Programs
MASTER OF ARTS IN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
The master of arts programs provide study in the biological sciences for
those graduate students desiring to major in biology. The program is
designed to fulfill the educational needs of biologists who desire further
specialization and/or knowledge of recent advances in the field; students
who seek a subject matter concentration as an intermediate step toward
preparation for work at the doctoral level; and teachers who are
interested in specializing in a particular area, or updating their
knowledge within the discipline of biology. Specialization may be in such
areas as botany, zoology, physiology, ecology, and environmental studies.
Each student will be assigned a graduate committee whose function will be
to help the student plan a sound program.
Note: Additional work, as described in the course syllabi, will be
required for graduate credit in 400-level courses. Students may take no
more than 9 credits of 400-level courses.
Biological Sciences: General Program
There are two options (Plan A and Plan B) leading to the Master of Arts
degree, both of which require 30 credits.
Both Plan A and B require BIO 500 and 540 in addition to 19–20 credits of
directed electives in biology or related fields as approved by advisor.
Plan A also requires BIO 599 (6 credits) and thesis defense or BIO 598 (3
credits) and 599 (3 credits) and thesis defense. Plan B requires three
credits in BIO 590 and/or BIO 591, and BIO 598 (three credits) and a
comprehensive exam.
Biological Sciences: Ecology and Environmental Science
30 credits
Biology Course Component (24 credits):
(1) BIO 500 Seminar in Biology (1 credits), and BIO 515 Foundations of
Ecology (3 credits), and BIO 540 Topics in Advanced Biology (3–4 credits),
with a topic focus appropriate to the specialization (may be repeated with
different topics).
(2) Biology electives: 16–17 additional credits in biology or related
fields approved by an Ecology and Environmental Science Advisor.
Appropriate courses in the biology electives may include:
BIO 508 Coastal Ecology 3
BIO 509 Coastal Ecology Laboratory 1
BIO 520 Plant Ecology 3
BIO 540 Topics in Advanced Biology 3–4
BIO 590 Focused Study in Advanced Biology 1–4
BIO 598 Research in Biology 3
BIO 405 Ecology 4
BIO 410 Ecological Physiology 4
BIO 420 Ornithology 4
BIO 425 Aquatic Plant Biology 4
BIO 434 Ecology of Inland Waters and Estuaries 4
BIO 436 Environmental Resources and Management 3
BIO 438 Aquatic Pollution 4
BIO 440 Evolution 3
BIO 444 Plant Taxonomy 3
BIO 480 Animal Behavior 4
Capstone Component (6 credits, students may select Plan A or Plan B).
Plan A: Option 1, BIO 599 Thesis (6 credits) and thesis defense or Option
2, BIO 599 Thesis (3 credits) and thesis defense, and BIO 598 Research in
Biology (3 credits).
Plan B: Three credits in BIO 590 and/or BIO 591, and BIO 598 (three
credits) and a comprehensive exam.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
The M.S. Anesthesia and the Health Sciences Specialization are for
students enrolled in the anesthesia program or allied health fields. Dr.
Rollin is program coordinator for Anesthesia and Health Sciences.
The General Program is for biology and science teachers and all others who
wish to expand their background in the broad area of biology or who wish
to specialize in a particular aspect of this discipline. Students who as
undergraduates majored in areas other than biology may also pursue a
master’s degree in this program.
The planned program of graduate study will be developed by the students
and their advisor and will be based upon the student’s undergraduate
record and educational needs. Thesis and non-thesis programs are available
to students in all programs, except the Health Sciences specialization.
Non-thesis programs will require a comprehensive examination.
Note: Additional work, as described in the course syllabi, will be
required for graduate credit in 400-level courses. Students may take no
more than 9 credits of 400-level courses.
Biological Sciences: General Program
30 credits
This program is for teachers and others interested in a master’s degree
with a professional education component. Other courses may be substituted
for the professional education component with the advisor’s approval.
Professional Education (6–9 credits):
One of the following:
EDF 500 Contemporary Educational Issues
EDF 516 School and Society
EDF 524 Foundations of Contemporary Theories of Curriculum
EDF 525 History of American Education
EDF 538 The Politics of Education
EDF 583 Sociological Foundations of Education
and
Additional course(s) as approved by advisor
Biology Requirements (4–5 credits):
BIO 500 Seminar in Biology
BIO 540 Topics in Advanced Biology
Directed Electives (10–17 credits):
In biology or related fields as approved by advisor
Research (3–6 credits):
Plan A: BIO 599 Thesis (6 credits) and thesis defense or BIO 598 Research
in Biology
and BIO 599 Thesis (3 credits)
and thesis defense
or
Plan B: BIO 598 Research in Biology and comprehensive exam.
Biological Sciences: Anesthesia
31–33 credits
Professional Education (6 credits):
ED 511 Principles of Curriculum Development
EDL 513 Supervision
Major Field Requirements (21 credits):
BIO 500 Seminar in Biology
BIO 517 Human Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology
BIO 518 Applied Physiology
BIO 528 Pharmacology
BIO 530 Immunology
CHEM 550 Basic Organic and Biological Chemistry
Research (4–6 credits):
Plan A:
BIO 598 Research in Biology
BIO 599 Thesis (3 credits)
and thesis defense
or
Plan B:
BIO 590 Focused Study in Advanced Biology
BIO 598 Research in Biology
Comprehensive exam
Note to prospective anesthesia students: The student must be a licensed
registered nurse and satisfactorily complete the program of study in
anesthesia at an affiliated hospital-based school of nurse anesthesia
which includes 1000 hours of clinical practicum. Admission to this program
is contingent upon admission to one of the following affiliated schools:
New Britain School of Nurse Anesthesia, New Britain, CT: John Satterfield,
M.D., medical director, and Joan Dobbins, M.S., CRNA, program director.
Hospital of St. Raphael, New Haven, CT: Philip J. Noto, M.D., medical
director, School of Anesthesia; and Judy Thompson, M.S., CRNA, program
director.
Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island, Pawtucket, R.I.: Peter Baziotis, M.D.,
medical director, School of Anesthesia; and Mark Foster, M.A., CRNA,
program director.
Biological Sciences: Health Sciences Specialization
30–31 credits
Professional Education (6 credits):
ED 511 Principles of Curriculum Development
EDL 513 Supervision
Major Field Requirements (18–19 credits):
BIO 412 Human Physiology
BIO 413 Human Physiology Laboratory
BIO 500 Seminar in Biology
BIO 518 Applied Physiology
BIO 528 Pharmacology
CHEM 454 Biochemistry
or
BMS 506 Biosynthesis, Bioenergetics and Metabolic Regulation
or
CHEM 550 Basic Organic and Biological Chemistry
Biology Elective (choose from BIO 530, 540, 590, 591; BMS 497, 505, 506,
or 562)
Research (6 credits):
BIO 599 Thesis (6 credits) and thesis defense
or
BIO 598 Research in Biology and BIO 599 Thesis (3 credits) and thesis
defense
CERTIFICATION IN BIOLOGY FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION
The Department of Biological Sciences also evaluates undergraduate and
graduate preparation of applicants to the biology certification program in
secondary education. This evaluation is done through interviews and/or
review of transcripts of prospective candidates who have been admitted to
the graduate program. Transcripts are forwarded to the department chair by
the School of Education and Professional Studies. The chair of Biological
Sciences or a departmental designee will make recommendations for courses
to be completed in the biological area of the student’s program. Admission
to the Professional Program is contingent on recommendation by the
Department of Biological Sciences in addition to completion of other
requirements.
OFFICIAL CERTIFICATE PROGRAM: POST-BACCALAUREATE CERTIFICATE IN PRE-HEALTH
STUDIES (OCP 500)
The Pre-Health Professions Advisory Committee (Pre-PAC) individually
advises post-baccalaureate students seeking to prepare themselves for
entry into professional training programs in the health sciences. The
Pre-PAC is composed of eight faculty members (three from Biological
Sciences, two from Chemistry, one from Physics and Earth Sciences, and two
from Psychology), including the Chief Health Professions Advisor (P. Osei,
Biological Sciences; Copernicus 339; 832-2657) and the Pre-PAC Chair (C.
Watson, Biomolecular Sciences; Copernicus 344; 832-2649).
Program Overview
This non-degree certificate program is designed for college graduates
whose undergraduate background does not meet the requirements for
admission to professional schools of medicine, dentistry, veterinary
medicine, etc. This rigorous program provides post-baccalaureate students
a formal option to matriculate into a program with the foundation courses
and the advisement they need to prepare for applying to professional
training schools.
Admission
Students must have completed a bachelor’s degree to participate in the
program. Potential students should contact the Graduate Admissions Office
to request an application packet. The application requires official
transcripts from all colleges and universities attended and an essay
describing why the student is interested in the program. Completed
applications should be sent through the Graduate Admissions Office. The
Pre-PAC chair will schedule an interview with the applicant, during which
an advisory committee (including the Chief Health Professions Advisor)
will work with the candidate to develop an individualized planned program
of study in keeping with their academic background and professional goals.
To begin the program during the summer session, applications must be
received by April 15. If students wish both to begin during the summer
session and to be considered for financial aid, applications must be
received by January 15. However, students may begin the program in any
semester and applications will be accepted throughout the year.
Postbaccalaureate certificate students are classified as graduate
students; they may be either part-time or full-time and may qualify for
financial aid. Only students matriculated as full-time may take nine or
more credits a semester. Part-time and nonmatriculated students are
limited to less than nine credits/semester.
Program Requirements
While each student’s academic program will be tailored to meet the
individual’s specific academic needs and professional goals, a model
program that would be appropriate for a student with a minimal science
background is shown below. This model program also illustrates the
45-credit upper limit for this certificate program. Smaller academic
programs may be possible for students with some science background, with a
lower limit of 26 credits. All individual programs must be designed and
approved in consultation with the Pre-PAC advisory committee at the
admission interview. A minimum of 18 credits in the planned program must
be taken at CCSU.
Model Program*
45 credits
Biology (21 credits), including:
BIO 122 General Biology II
BMS 201 Principles of Cell and Molecular Biology
BMS 306 Genetics
or
BMS 316 Microbiology
BIO 318 Anatomy and Physiology I
BIO 490 Topics in Biology
BIO 319 Anatomy and Physiology II
or
BIO 412/413 Human Physiology
Chemistry (16 credits), including:
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I
CHEM 122 General Chemistry II
CHEM 311 Organic Chemistry I
CHEM 312 Organic Chemistry II
Physics (8 credits) including:
PHYS 121 General Physics I
PHYS 122 General Physics II
*For course descriptions and prerequisites for courses numbered lower than
400, please see the Undergraduate Catalog.
Students must maintain a 3.00 (B) cumulative grade point average in order
to be in good academic standing and to receive the post-baccalaureate
certificate. Upon completion of the planned certificate program, a
certificate will be issued from the Office of Continuing Education. (While
completion of this program does not lead to a graduate degree, courses at
the 400-level or above that are taken as part of this program may be
counted towards a master’s degree, provided that the graduate-syllabus
option is elected at the time of course registration in 400-level
courses.)
CHEMISTRY
Faculty
Timothy D. Shine (Chair, Copernicus 440), James V. Arena, Thomas R.
Burkholder, Guy Crundwell, Neil Glagovich, Carol A. Jones, Robert C. Troy,
Barry L. Westcott (Dept. phone: 832-2675)
Department Overview
The Department of Chemistry offers the Master of Science in Natural
Sciences for certified secondary school teachers of chemistry and for
other people whose science background qualifies them for admission to
graduate study in chemistry. Certification programs for liberal arts
graduates who wish to teach chemistry in high school and courses for
students who wish to increase their knowledge of chemistry and/or general
requirements are also offered.
Each candidate for the M.S. degree program will be required to complete
appropriate undergraduate courses if the undergraduate degree program
shows deficiencies. All programs include a minimum of thirty credits of
graduate study.
For details of the program, see Natural Sciences major on page 47 of this
catalog.
COMMUNICATION
Faculty
Serafin Mendez-Mendez (Chair, Robert C. Vance Academic Center 317), Jose
Carlos Del Ama, Robert Fischbach, Glynis Fitzgerald, Yanan Ju, Andrew
Moemeka, Christopher Pudlinski, Karen Ritzenhoff, Benjamin Sevitch,
Hong-chi Shiau, Cornelius Benjamin Tyson, Cindy White (Dept. phone:
832-2690)
Department
Overview
Graduate study in communication provides students with academic
experiences that enable them to evaluate, develop, shape and change the
communication environment within organizations (internal communication) as
well as between organizations and their target audiences (external
communication). Students will learn to understand communication processes,
internal and external to an organization; employ research methods in the
diagnosis of communication problems within organizations and between
organizations and their target audiences, including those resulting from
intercultural differences; apply problem-solving, decision-making and
negotiation strategies in complex relational situations within
organizations; examine the use and impact of information and communication
technologies in the design and evaluation of strategic communication
campaigns and other organizational applications; and develop and practice
sound and ethical reasoning.
Program
THE MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ORGANIZATIONAL COMMUNICATION
36 credits
The Master of Science program comprises two sections, a 15-credit core of
foundational courses and 21 credits of advisor-approved directed
electives. Students may opt to emphasize their coursework of directed
electives in either the internal or the external communication area. A
capstone experience consisting of Plan A (6-credit Thesis) or Plan B
(Comprehensive Examination) or Plan C (Special Project) is required for
graduation. Program requirements and electives are provided below.
Core Courses (15 credits):
COMM 500 Introduction to Graduate Studies in Organizational Communication
COMM 501 Theories of Human Communication Within an Organizational Context
COMM 503 Research Methods in Communication
COMM 505 Social and Behavioral Dimensions of Persuasive Communication
COMM 504 Organizational Communication Audits
or
COMM 507 Campaign Monitoring and Evaluation
Directed Electives (15–21 credits):
Students will select from the following courses approved by the faculty
advisor. A planned program of study must be completed no later than six
credits into the student’s program. The student may specialize in either
track or may select courses from both tracks.
Internal Track
COMM 504 Organizational Communication Audits
COMM 522 Corporate Communication
COMM 551 Policy Issues in Organizational and Managerial Communication
COMM 562 Communication and High-Speed Management
External Track
COMM 506 Principles and Processes of Communication Campaigns
COMM 507 Campaign Monitoring and Evaluation
COMM 512 Communication and Change
COMM 543 Intercultural Communication
COMM 544 Strategies in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
General
COMM 585 Special Topics
COMM 590 Independent Study
Outside
AC 510 Accounting and Control
IT 464 Continuous Process Improvement
IT 500 Industrial Applications of Computers
IT 502 Human Relations and Behavior in Complex Organizations
IT 564 Quality Systems Management
STAT 453 Applied Statistical Inference
Capstone (0–6 credits):
Plan A: COMM 590 Independent Study (3 credits) and COMM 599 Thesis (3
credits)
or
Plan B: Comprehensive Examination
or
Plan C: COMM 597 Special Project (3 credits)
To complete degree requirements, students have the option of a thesis
(Plan A) or a comprehensive examination (Plan B) comprised of a written
exam followed by an oral exam or a Special Project (Plan C). Programs will
be designed jointly by the departmental advisors and the students to
provide the greatest educational and career opportunities.
Note: COMM 504, 507, and 590 may not be double counted.
Admission
Students seeking admission to the M.S. in Organizational Communication
program must present an undergraduate average of B (3.00). Students with
an undergraduate GPA of 2.70 through 2.99, or who have been out of school
for five years and possess significant professional experience, may apply
to be considered for conditional acceptance.
Students who meet the above requirements should submit an Application for
Graduate Admission, official copies of transcripts and their application
fee directly to the School of Graduate Studies Office. A current resume, a
writing sample comprised of 500 to 1,000 words which expresses their goals
for graduate study and future professional aspirations, and three (3)
letters of recommendation should be sent directly to the chair of the
Department of Communication. No action will be taken until all of the
above materials have been received.
COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Faculty
Computer Science: Joan Calvert (director MSCIT), Bradley Kjell, Neli
Zlatareva (Dept. phone: 832-2710)
Management Information Systems: Marianne D’Onofrio, Michael Gendron
(phone: 832-3297)
Computer Electronics and Graphics Technology: Veeramuthu Rajaravivarma,
Karen Coale Tracey (Dept. phone: 832-1830)
(Web site address: www.cs.ccsu.edu/cit/index.htm)
Overview
The Computer Science Department in the School of Arts and Sciences, the
Management Information Systems Department in the School of Business, and
the Computer Electronics and Graphics Technology Department in the School
of Technology jointly offer a Master of Science degree in Computer
Information Technology. All students take a common core of classes offered
by each of the departments; students select a specialization in one of the
three departments to complete their degree. Computer science is focused on
the study of algorithms, the software that implements them, the properties
of computers, and the processes for creating these technologies.
Management Information Systems focuses on the importance of knowledge and
information as an organizational resource for timely, quality business
decision making and for achieving competitive advantage. Leadership,
project, and change management are emphasized throughout the courses.
Computer electronics and graphics technology focuses on computer
networking, telecommunication, electronics, and the integration of
technologies in a hands-on approach to make the computer network run
effectively.
Admission Requirements
The MS-CIT Admission Committee will consider applications for admission
every two weeks, and the committee will make final recommendations on
acceptance/rejection of applicants for admittance.
All CCSU policies for graduate program admission are in effect. Formal
admittance criteria include:
• Official transcripts from all prior undergraduate and graduate programs
and course work;
• 3.00 GPA for graduate and 2.70 undergraduate work;
• If a student has earned a master’s degree, a GPA of 3.00 or higher is
required (the undergraduate GPA is not considered);
• TOEFL test results with scores no less than 550, or 213 on
computer-based tests (if applicable);
All applications and official transcripts must be submitted for processing
to the Graduate Admissions Office, Davidson Hall, Room 115, along with a
$50 application fee.
Additional criteria for admission to the program are as follows. Items
requested below should be sent to the MS-CIT Director’s office, Maria
Sanford Hall, Room 206.
• Resume and letters of recommendation to be used in reviewing CIT-related
work. The Committee may stipulate preparatory study;
• Two letters of recommendation. At least one from an individual who can
attest to the applicant’s work experience; the second letter may be from
an individual who can attest to the applicant’s academic ability and
commitment.
If it is determined that additional course work is needed, it will be
specified. The applicant may be admitted conditionally and must complete
the specified course work with a grade of B or better before full
admission into the MS-CIT program;
• Conditional admittance is on hold for students with less than the
required grade point average.
• Confirmation of the MS-CIT Committee’s admission recommendation will be
electronically sent to the MS-CIT Admissions Committee members, the MS-CIT
program director, the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies, and the
Director of Graduate Admissions. Records and applications then will be
filed in the director’s office;
• Final acceptance notification will come from the Dean, School of
Graduate Studies, after all necessary supporting documents have been
submitted;
• Students admitted into the program will be assigned advisors based on
their indicated specialization. The advisor is responsible for monitoring
the student’s progress towards degree completion. The student and the
advisor are responsible for keeping the planned program form current. The
student should bring requests for substitutions and transfer credits to
the attention of the advisor who subsequently must obtain approval and
signatures from MS-CIT faculty members representing the other two
specializations. When approved, such forms will be filed at the Graduate
Studies office. Students may not register for any courses without first
meeting with the advisor who will check knowledge of necessary background
areas.
Program
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
33 credits
Core Courses (18 credits):
CS 501 Foundations in Computer Science I
CS 502 Computing and Communications Technology
MIS 501 Foundations of MIS
MIS 502 e-Business and Information Technology
CET 501 Applied Networking Technology
CET 533 Digital Telecommunications
Specialization (12 credits):
Students select 12 credits from one of the three following specializations
in consultation with an advisor.
Specialization 1 — Computer Science electives:
CS 407, 410, 423, 460, 462, 463, 473, 481, 490, 530, 550, 570, 580, 590
Specialization 2 — MIS electives:
MIS 510, 515, 550, 561, 565, 569
Specialization 3 — Networking and Telecommunications Technology
electives:
CET 443, 449, 453, 479, 502, 513, 543, 559; IT 502, 510, 551, 596, 598
Capstone (3 credits):
Students may register for the Special Project (Plan C) course upon
completion of core requirements and at least three specialization courses.
CIT 595 Capstone in CIT
Note: A maximum of 6 credits at the 400-level is allowed with prior
permission of advisor.
CRIMINOLOGY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Faculty
Stephen Cox (Chair, Vance 410), Kathleen Bantley, Julie Kiernan Coon,
Ronald Fernandez, Jennifer Hedlund, Damon Mitchell, Shamir Ratansi,
Raymond Chip Tafrate (Dept. phone: 832-3005)
Overview
The Master of Science degree provides students with the knowledge and
skills required for leadership positions in the criminal justice system or
continued study at the doctoral level. The program strongly emphasizes the
application of theory and research in executive decision making, policy
development and analysis, and the treatment of offenders. While all
students are required to complete core courses, students are allowed to
select elective courses that match their individual academic and career
interests. Students without previous work experience in the field are
encouraged to participate in a collaborative project with a criminal
justice agency; students already working in the field develop an original
research project.
Consideration for admission to the criminal justice program is based upon:
1. A bachelor’s degree in any field from a regionally accredited
institution of higher education
2. A minimum GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale
3. One undergraduate course in research methods with a grade of “C” or
better
4. One undergraduate course in elementary statistics with a grade of “C”
or better
5. A formal, typed application essay which focuses on academic and work
history, reasons for pursuing graduate study in criminal justice, and
future career goals
Students who do not meet these requirements may request consideration for
admission with special requirements. No students may register for criminal
justice courses without first being admitted to the program.
Program
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
30 credits
Core Courses (21 credits):
CJ 501 Proseminar on the Nature of Crime 4
CJ 510 Proseminar on Law and Social Control 4
CJ 520 Proseminar on the Administration of Justice 4
CJ 533 Research Methods in Criminal Justice 3
CJ 534 Quantitative Analysis in Criminal Justice Research 3
CJ 599 Thesis 3
or
CJ 536 Field Studies in Criminal Justice 3
Electives (9 credits)
Students develop an area of specialization in consultation with an
academic advisor. Those students seeking to advance their careers as
administrators and policy makers may choose courses designed to enhance
their administrative skills. Other students, interested in careers as
probation officers, counselors or juvenile and adult case workers in
correctional institutions, detention centers, alternative sanction
programs and substance abuse treatment centers, may choose courses that
help them plan and evaluate programs designed to encourage behavioral
change in criminal and juvenile populations or courses that help sharpen
their counseling skills with involuntary clients. Students choose three
courses from the following:
CRM 450 Drugs and Society 3
CRM 475 Controlling Anger and Aggression 3
CJ 525 Program Planning and Evaluation 3
CJ 530 Offender Profiles 3
CJ 535 Correctional Counseling 3
CJ 540 Assessing and Developing Performance in Criminal Justice
Organizations 3
CJ 560 Sexual Offending 3
CJ 570 Leadership and Supervision of Criminal Justice Organizations 3
CJ 575 Organizational Development and Evaluation of Criminal Justice
Organizations 3
CJ 580 Public Policy in the Criminal Justice System 3
Note: No more than 9 credits at the 400 level, as approved by the graduate
advisor, may be counted toward the graduate planned program of study.
DESIGN (GRAPHIC/INFORMATION)
Faculty
Susan Vial (Chair, Vance 324), Pamela Anneser (Design), Joan Calvert
(Computer Science), Aroosha Sarrafi (Design), Eleanor Thornton (Design),
C. Benjamin Tyson (Communication) (Dept. phone: 832-2557)
Department Overview
The Department of Design provides an academic structure for the
advancement of graphic and information design studies and degrees at the
University. The Department of Design was established to promote
professional studies in the expanding areas of graphic design, Web-site
design, multimedia design and digital imaging. Faculty members have
backgrounds in graphic design, fine art, advertising, illustration,
communications, marketing, computer science, management information
systems, Web-site design, multimedia design and CD-ROM presentation.
Program Overview
The study of Information Design at CCSU includes the design of traditional
graphic (print) material as well as other forms of digital information,
including Web-site design and multimedia design. Graduates are expected to
take leadership positions in the design industry, including graphic
design, publishing, advertising, multimedia design, web design, digital
imaging, and corporate information design.
The degree program is unique in curriculum and structure, including course
work in design practice, marketing, management, computer applications,
design theory, research methods, history of design and Internship. The
program, similar to the actual practice of design, addresses not only the
theoretical, creative and technical aspects of visual design, but business
applications as well. This unique degree program promises to deliver
graduates who will meet and exceed the challenges of this rapidly evolving
field.
Facilities
The Department of Design maintains state-of-the-art computer laboratories
and a print center that are dedicated to various aspects of design study.
Faculty and staff with professional software training and design
background operate these facilities.
Admission Requirements
Applicants for the Master of Arts degree in Information Design must hold a
bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher
education. The undergraduate record must demonstrate clear evidence of
ability to undertake and pursue successfully advanced study in the
graduate field.
In addition to standard university graduate admission requirements, the
Department of Design requires that successful applicants submit the
following materials to the Admissions Office:
1. Minimum undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
2. 12 credits of undergraduate course work in graphic design with a grade
of “B” or better, of which three credits must be at the 400 level. These
courses will be reviewed by the Department for discipline-specific content
as it relates to the M.A. in Information Design.
3. Application essay
4. Slide or CD-ROM Portfolio (ten examples of applicant’s design work).
The portfolio must meet department admissions committee approval for
design quality. Collaborative projects must be clearly identified as such
and include a detailed description of each student’s contribution.
Note: Successful applicants will be expected to take a technical
competency test prior to admission to DES designated courses requiring
computer use.
Program
MASTER OF ARTS IN INFORMATION DESIGN
36 credits
Core Courses (24 credits):
MKT 470 Marketing Communications Campaign
MGT 552 Management Theory and Practice
DES 499 Computer Applications for Graphic/Information Design
DES 501 Graphic/Information Design Theory I
DES 502 Graphic/Information Design Theory II
DES 520 Advanced History of Design
DES 598 Research Methods in Design
Specialization (9 credits):
DES 503 Graphic/Information Design Practice I
DES 504 Graphic/Information Design Practice II
DES 537 Advanced Design Internship
Directed Elective (3 credits):
DES, MIS, CS, COMM, MGT, MKT, BUS or ART course as approved by advisor
Capstone (3 credits):
DES 597 Research Project (Plan C)
Note: Students enrolled in the following courses will be assessed a $65
Design Lab Fee: DES 436, 438, 439, 465, 498, 499, 503, 504, 597, 598.
Contact the department for additional information.
Note: Students are limited to six credits of DES designated course work
per semester without permission of advisor and department chair.
Note: No more than nine credits at the 400 level, as approved by the
graduate advisor, may be counted toward the graduate planned program of
study.
ENGLISH
Faculty
Gilbert Gigliotti (Chair, Willard 303A), Stuart Barnett, Candace
Barrington, Anthony Cannella, David Cappella, Matthew Ciscel, Stephen
Cohen, Robert Dowling, Christine Doyle, Robert Dunne, Jaclyn Geller, Susan
Gilmore, Thomas Hazuka, John A. Heitner, Beverly A. Johnson, Jason Jones,
Paul Karpuk, Eric Leonidas, Gaurav Majumdar, Vivian Martin, Melissa A.
Mentzer, Mary Anne Nunn, Andrea G. Osburne, Steven D. Ostrowski, Laurence
Petit, Rae C. Schipke, Ravi Shankar, Katherine Sugg, Jill Knight
Weinberger, Leyla Zidani-Eroglu (Dept. phone: 832-2740)
Department Overview
The Department of English offers graduate study leading to a Master of
Science Degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL);
a Master of Arts degree in English; Certification in English; adult-level
certification in TESOL; and Pre-K–12 certification in TESOL.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for the master of arts degree programs (excluding TESOL), an
applicant must have receipt of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited
college or university in English and American literature, or 30 hours of
appropriate undergraduate course work in the discipline (as approved by
the departmental review). Additional undergraduate credit will be required
of those who lack prerequisites or their equivalent. To qualify for the
Master of Science degree program in TESOL, an applicant must have
completed three credits of study in a second language (non-native speakers
of English may use English to satisfy this requirement). Students lacking
this background may be admitted conditionally but will be required to
complete the three credits of a second language study before graduation
from the program.
Students in the degree programs will be assigned an English Department
advisor appropriate to their areas of study. Before degree candidates
register for course work they should read the program brochure appropriate
to their programs. Degree-track students should consult with their
assigned advisors at the start of their programs and should file a planned
program before completing 16 credits of graduate course work. M.A. English
students should consult “Graduate Programs in English”; TESOL candidates
should consult “Pre-Professional and In-Service Programs in Teaching
English to Speakers of Other Languages.” Additional information may be
obtained from the advisor and in this catalog under General Information.
Programs
The Master of Science degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other
Languages (TESOL) is a plan of study especially designed for those
students with an interest in language and linguistics who wish to work
with non-English speaking students here or abroad.
The Master of Arts degree in English is offered to students who wish to
devote their program exclusively to the advanced study of English and
American literature. The Master of Arts diploma specifies a graduate
degree in English, a prerequisite for further graduate work in English.
Certification in English is a non-degree program offered to persons with a
bachelor’s degree (normally in English) whose undergraduate course work
does not meet State of Connecticut certification requirements for
secondary English teachers. Courses taken to complete certification
requirements may not be used to complete the English Department’s M.S. or
M.A. degree programs. A minimum of six credits in English at CCSU is
required before student teaching.
Certification in TESOL is a non-degree program offered to persons with a
bachelor’s degree. Certification may be obtained for adult-level ESL or
for the Pre-K–12 level.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN TEACHING ENGLISH TO SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (TESOL)
This program offers Plan A (33 credits plus a thesis) and Plan B (36
credits and a comprehensive examination).
TESOL Specialization (21 credits):
LING 400 Linguistic Analysis
LING 496 TESOL Methods
LING 497 Second Language Acquisition
LING 512 Modern Syntax
LING 513 Modern Phonology
LING 515 An Introduction to Sociolinguistics
One course from:
LING 533 Second Language Composition
LING 535 Second Language Testing
LING 596 TESOL Practicum
Research (3 credits):
LING 598 Research in TESOL and Applied Linguistics
Professional Education (6 credits):
One of the following:
EDF 500 Contemporary Educational Issues
EDF 516 School and Society
EDF 524 Foundations of Contemporary Theories of Curriculum
EDF 525 History of American Education
EDF 538 The Politics of Education
EDF 583 Sociological Foundations of Education
and
Additional course at the 500 level as approved by advisor
All planned programs and course sequences must be approved by a TESOL
advisor prior to registration.
Plan A: Students may elect Plan A only with the approval of an advisor in
the program. Plan A students take LING 599 Thesis plus one general
elective. Plan B students take two general electives. General electives
are graduate course offerings as approved by the student’s advisor,
courses drawn from the departments of Anthropology, English or another
Modern Language, Geography, History, Humanities, Political Science, or
other relevant fields.
It is expected that a degree candidate will have control of the English
language beyond mere communicative adequacy. It shall be the joint
decision of the TESOL faculty whether a degree candidate’s control of
spoken and/or written English is appropriate to the profession. The
faculty will recommend various remedies for any candidate whose control of
English is deemed deficient.
MASTER OF ARTS IN ENGLISH
30 credits
Plan A (Thesis)
ENG 598 Research in English* 3
ENG 500 Seminar in American Literature 3
ENG 501 Seminar in British Literature 3
3–4 500-level English electives as approved by the faculty advisor 9–12
2–3 400-level English electives as approved by the faculty advisor 6–9
ENG 599 Thesis 3
Plan B (Comprehensive Examination)
ENG 598 Research in English* 3
ENG 500 Seminar in American Literature 3
ENG 501 Seminar in British Literature 3
4 500-level English electives as approved by the faculty advisor 12
3 400-level English electives as approved by the faculty advisor 9
*To be completed during the first year of graduate study.
GEOGRAPHY
Faculty
Brian Sommers (Chair, DiLoreto 208), Richard Benfield, Charles Button,
John Harmon, Peter Kwaku Kyem, Cindy Pope, Timothy Rickard, Xiaoping Shen,
David Truly (Dept. phone: 832-2785)
Department Overview
Central Connecticut State University has the oldest and largest graduate
program in geography in Connecticut. The graduate program was initiated in
1962 with a Master of Science in Social Science for in-service teachers
who desired to complete the requirements for their permanent teaching
certificates. However, the program’s emphasis has changed since state
approval was granted in 1976 to offer a Master of Science in Geography.
Since that time, students have used the latter degree in the pursuit of a
variety of career goals.
Geography is the science of location. The geography faculty teaches
students how to use effectively maps and air photos, gather information
about places, and make computer analyses. Students use this knowledge to
learn about how people use the land in different places, and what impacts
humans.
The Department of Geography has fully equipped cartography, air photo
interpretation and microcomputer laboratories available for student use.
The microcomputer lab includes a network of IBM Pc-compatible computers,
to include an extensive software collection along with digitizers and
plotters for automated cartography, computer graphics and geographic
information systems. CCSU has a map depository for the Defense Mapping
Agency and the U.S. Geological Survey, with close to 30,000 sheets in our
collection. The department also receives planning reports, maps and
documents from cities, towns and regions throughout the Northeast.
In addition the Department of Geography provides internships and part-time
employment for students in a variety of town, regional, state, and private
planning agencies and offers consulting services, workshops and short
courses as part of its outreach program.
Programs
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The M.S. in Geography has been used as a springboard by those interested
in further graduate study. Several graduates have gone on to Ph.D.
programs at major universities. However, most graduate students are
interested in using the M.S. in Geography as a terminal degree that will
prepare them for careers in several technical areas.
ADMISSIONS STANDARDS
The M.S. degree programs are available to all individuals who meet the
admissions requirements. The Graduate Record Examination is not an
admission requirement. An undergraduate major or minor in geography is
desirable but not required of applicants. However, those with deficient
academic preparation may be asked to complete up to four courses of
remedial work at the undergraduate level. Details are available from the
Department of Geography.
PROGRAM OF STUDY
Students enrolled in the graduate program must comply with all
requirements in the current graduate catalog.
M.S. in Geography. Students pursuing this degree may select Plan A, B, or
C.
Plan A, which requires 30 credits, includes a thesis (GEOG 599); 12
credits of core courses, including GEOG 500, 514 or 516 or 518, 530 or
542, 598; 9–12 credits of geography electives selected in consultation
with an advisor; and 3–6 credits of electives selected from other
disciplines in consultation with an advisor. Thesis guidelines are
available from the appropriate dean’s office.
Plan C, which also requires 30 credits, includes a special project (GEOG
595) instead of a thesis.
Others may select Plan B, in which a comprehensive exam is completed
instead of a thesis. The 30 credits required are the same as in Plan A,
except that GEOG 595 is substituted for GEOG 599 in Plan C and GEOG 597 is
substituted for GEOG 599 in Plan B.
Program Specializations — Students enrolled in the M.S. in Geography
program may specialize in any of the following areas:
• urban and regional planning
• environmental protection
• travel and tourism
• computer mapping or geographic information systems
Each graduate student’s planned program of graduate study is
custom-designed to provide the best possible preparation for the career
selected, and can include practical work experience to apply classroom
theory.
CERTIFICATION
Graduate study in geography does not lead to teacher certification.
ADVISEMENT
Contact the chair in DiLoreto 208 (832-2785), or write to the:
Department of Geography
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT 06050 U.S.A.
HISTORY
Faculty
Robert Wolff (Chair, DiLoreto 208), Jay Bergman, M. B. Biskupski, Gloria
Emeagwali, Briann Greenfield, Katherine Hermes, Mark Jones, Elias
Kapetanopoulos, Mary Ann Mahony, Norton Mezvinsky, Heather Munro Prescott,
Glenn Sunshine, John Tully, Matthew Warshauer, Louise Williams (Dept.
phone: 832-2800)
Department Overview
The Department of History provides an M.A. degree in History and an M.A.
degree in Public History. The Department, in cooperation with other
departments in the social science areas, offers various programs for
teachers, and presents courses for the general education of graduate
students in other fields of specialization.
Each student taking a major or specialization in history will be assigned
to a graduate advisor who will assist the student in designing the planned
program of graduate study. All graduate student planned programs in
history require the approval of the advisor and department chair.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for the M.A. in History or the M.A. in Public History,
applicants must have an undergraduate or cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher,
as well as a degree in history or related field. Applicants who do not
meet these admission standards, but who have an undergraduate or
cumulative GPA between 2.80 and 2.99, may be considered for conditional
admission. In order to be recommended for full acceptance, conditionally
admitted students must complete HIST 501 with a B or better.
Applicants should submit the following materials to the Graduate
Admissions Office:
• the application for Graduate Admission
• official copies of transcripts
• application fee
In addition, applicants must submit the following materials to the History
Department:
• two letters of recommendation (recommendation forms are available on the
Graduate Studies Web page)
• a statement of purpose describing the applicant’s academic interests in
history, not to exceed 350 words. Applicants for the M.A. in Public
History should also address their professional goals and career
aspirations.
Programs
MASTER OF ARTS IN HISTORY
30 credits, including a thesis
Three 500-level History courses (9 credits)
Three additional History courses (including HIST 501) (9 credits)
HIST 599, Thesis (6 credits)
Electives in related fields (6 credits)
Candidates will be required to demonstrate the ability to translate
material in their field in one foreign language, except in those cases
where, upon the request of a candidate in U.S. history, a substitute skill
or subject is approved by the Department. Candidates must make application
in the Department to take the language examination. Deadlines are October
10, for the fall examination; March 10, for the spring.
The fields available in the M.A. program are the United States to 1876,
the United States since 1860, Modern Europe, and Comparative World
History. No more than nine credits can be taken at the 400 level.
MASTER OF ARTS IN PUBLIC HISTORY
33 credits, including an internship and project (Plan C)
Admission criteria: Acceptance into the CCSU Graduate Program and approval
of the History Department.
HIST 501 Historiography 3
Five Public History courses, including:
HIST 510 Seminar in Public History 3
HIST 511 Topics in Public History (taken twice with different topics) 6
HIST 521 Public History Internship 3
HIST 595 Public History Research Project 3
Three 500-level History courses (9 credits), from among the following:
HIST 560, 565, 566, 567, 568, 570.
Two electives (6 credits), chosen in consultation with an advisor. At
least three of these credits must be taken in a discipline other than
History.
CERTIFICATION
The Department of History in cooperation with the School of Education and
Professional Studies offers courses of study leading to secondary teacher
certification in History and in History and Social Studies. Information
about current Connecticut teacher certification requirements may be
obtained from the Office of the Dean, School of Education and Professional
Studies.
POST-MASTER’S STUDY
Individually designed 30-credit programs of post-master’s study are
available for qualified students.
MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES
Faculty
Timothy Craine (Chair, Marcus White 110), Frank Bensics, Roger Bilisoly,
Nelson Castaneda, Yuanqian Chen, Penelope Coe, Robert Crouse, Ivan Gotchev,
S. Louise Gould, Vahan Grigoryan, Philip Halloran, Chun Jin, Robin S.
Kalder, Dix Kelly, Daniel Larose, Stephen Lewis, Eran Makover, Jeffrey
McGowan, Daniel S. Miller, Narasimhachari Padma, Luis Recoder-Núñez,
Angela Shaw, David Smith, Charles Waiveris (Dept. phone: 832-2835)
Department Overview
The Department of Mathematical Sciences offers programs leading to the
Master of Science and Master of Arts degrees. Master of Arts candidates
may specialize in Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, Actuarial
Mathematics or Operations Research. Master of Science candidates may
pursue a program for certified elementary or secondary school teachers or
enroll in the data mining program. Students may also enroll in a program
leading to certification to teach mathematics at the secondary level.
Programs
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MATHEMATICS FOR CERTIFIED ELEMENTARY TEACHERS
(Plans A, B and C are offered as options. No more than nine credits at the
400 level may be counted toward the degree.)
Professional Education (3 credits):
One of the following
EDF 500 Contemporary Educational Issues
EDF 516 School and Society
EDF 524 Foundations of Contemporary Theories of Curriculum
EDF 525 History of American Education
EDF 538 The Politics of Education
EDF 583 Sociological Foundations of Education
Elementary/ Middle School Mathematics Education Core (12 credits):
Elementary school track:
MATH 506 Teaching Number Concepts in the Elementary Grades
MATH 507 Teaching Geometry and Measurement in the Elementary Grades
MATH 508 Teaching Probability and Statistics in the Elementary Grades
MATH 509 Teaching Algebraic Thinking in the Elementary Grades
or
Middle school track:
MATH 536 Teaching Number Concepts in the Middle Grades
MATH 537 Teaching Geometry and Measurement in the Middle Grades
MATH 538 Teaching Probability and Statistics in the Middle Grades
MATH 539 Teaching Algebraic Thinking in the Middle Grades
Mathematics Electives (6 credits):
Choose two courses from
MATH 449 Mathematics Laboratory for Elementary School
MATH 504 Topics in Mathematics
MATH 534 Techniques in Diagnosis and Remediation for the Teaching of
Mathematics K–12
MATH 580 Directed Study in Mathematics
STAT 453 Applied Statistical Inference
General Electives (6–9 credits):
Courses chosen from the electives listed above, graduate education courses
and MATH 531, as approved by faculty advisor.
Research (3 credits):
MATH 598 Research in Mathematics Education
Capstone:
Plan A: 33 credits consisting of 30 credits from the above listings plus
MATH 599 (3 credit Thesis).
Plan B: 33 credits from the above listings plus a comprehensive
examination.
Plan C: 33 credits consisting of 30 credits from the listings above plus
MATH 590 Special Project in Mathematics (3 credits).
Note: Once a graduate student has elected one of the three plans A, B or
C, any change to one of the other plans must be made prior to the
completion of 21 graduate credits and requires the approval of the
student’s advisor and the Dean, School of Graduate Studies.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MATHEMATICS FOR CERTIFIED SECONDARY TEACHERS
(Plans A, B and C offered as options. No more than nine credits may be
earned in 400-level courses.)
General Education Electives (3–6 credits):
As approved by faculty advisor
Educational Foundations (3 credits):
Chosen from EDF 500, 516, 524, 525, 538 or 583
Secondary Mathematics Education (9 credits):
MATH 547 plus 6 credits chosen from MATH 504, 534, 540, 543, 544 and 580
Mathematics and Statistics Content Courses (12 credits):
No more than six credits in courses with the STAT designation. One course
must be STAT 453 unless this course was taken as an undergraduate. Courses
to be chosen from MATH 421, 440, 463, 468, 469, 470, 477, 491, 515, 516,
519, 520, 523, 525, 526, STAT 453, 455, 567
Research in Mathematics Education (3 credits): MATH 598
Capstone:
Plan A: 33 credits consisting of 30 credits from the above plus MATH 599
(3 credit thesis)
Plan B: 33 credits from the above plus the comprehensive examination
Plan C: 33 credits consisting of 30 credits from the above plus MATH 590
(3 credit-Special Project)
Note: Once a graduate student has elected one of the three plans A, B or
C, any change to one of the other plans must be made prior to the
completion of 21 graduate credits and requires the approval of the
student’s advisor and the Dean, School of Graduate Studies.
MASTER OF ARTS IN MATHEMATICS
This program is designed for those students who wish to expand their
knowledge of mathematics beyond the level of undergraduate study, either
as preparation for advanced graduate study or to increase their knowledge
of mathematics for teaching, or to combine a knowledge of higher
mathematics with related mathematical sciences and computer science for a
career in industry.
Applicants to the Master of Arts program are expected to have completed
the equivalent of MATH 152, 221, 222, 228 and 366 in addition to any
necessary prerequisites for courses required in the planned program of
graduate study.
M.A. Program in Mathematics
30 credits
Requirements (18 credits):
MATH 515 Abstract Algebra I
MATH 516 Abstract Algebra II
MATH 519 Principles of Real Analysis I
MATH 520 Principles of Real Analysis II
MATH 523 General Topology
MATH 526 Complex Variables
Electives as approved by faculty advisor (12–21 credits): No more than 9
credits in the program may be earned in 400-level courses.
Comprehensive Examination
M.A. Program in Mathematics with Specialization in Computer Science
30 credits
The student will choose a specialization in Computer Programming
Techniques and Numerical Methods or Computer Systems and Software
Engineering. The student and faculty advisor will work out an appropriate
plan of study within the framework of the following requirements.
Requirements:
Basic Mathematics Courses (12 credits) — Three (3) of MATH 515, 516, 519
and 520; and one (1) of MATH 523, 526 and STAT 551.
Electives appropriate to the area of specialization as approved by the
faculty advisor (18 credits); no more than nine of these credits may be
earned in 400-level courses.
Comprehensive Examination
M.A. Program in Mathematics with Specialization in Statistics, Actuarial
Science, or Operations Research
(Plans A, B and C are offered as options.)
The student will choose a specialization in one of the following areas of
mathematical science: Statistics, Actuarial Science, or Operations
Research. The student and faculty advisor will then work out an
appropriate plan of study within the framework of the following
requirements.
Requirements
One of the following two-semester sequences (6–8 credits):
Statistics Specialization: STAT 567 and 575
Actuarial Specialization: ACTL 465 and 566
Operations Research Specialization: STAT 551 and MATH 470
Three courses chosen from the courses listed above or the following (9
credits): MATH 477, 519, 520
Electives appropriate to the area of specialization (10–15 credits): No
more than nine credits in the program may be earned in 400-level courses.
Plan A: Thesis (MATH 599) (6 credits) with 27 credits of course work
Plan B: Comprehensive Exam with 30 credits of course work
Plan C: Special Project in Mathematics (MATH 590) (3 credits) with 30
credits of course work
Note: Once a graduate student has elected one of the three plans A, B or
C, any change to one of the other plans must be made prior to the
completion of 21 graduate credits and requires the approval of the
student’s advisor and the Dean, School of Graduate Studies.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN DATA MINING
Admission Requirements
The minimum required undergraduate GPA for prospective candidates for the
Master of Science in Data Mining is 3.00. Conditional admission may be
granted to candidates with undergraduate GPA’s as low as 2.40, conditioned
on the students getting no grades lower than an A- in their first three
core courses in the program.
The following materials are required, in addition to the materials
required by the School of Graduate Studies.
1. A formal application essay of 500–1000 words that focuses on (a)
academic and work history, (b) reasons for pursuing the Master of Science
in Data Mining, and (c) future professional aspirations. The essay will
also be used to demonstrate a command of the English language.
2. A detailed, itemized letter explaining whether and how the candidate
has fulfilled each of the program prerequisites that applicants to the
Master of Science in Data Mining program are expected to have completed,
or be in the process of completing:
• MATH 221 Calculus II;
• MATH 218 Discrete Mathematics;
• STAT 315 Mathematical Statistics I;
• CS 152 Computer Science II or CS 500 Computer Science for CIT; and
• A second-semester course in undergraduate statistics.
Students may be admitted on condition that they complete these
prerequisite courses with a grade of B or better. These prerequisite
courses are regularly offered in the classroom, and some may be offered
online, for students who are missing one or more of these courses.
In their letter, candidates are asked to show which courses on which
transcripts are being used to fulfill each of these prerequisites. In
particular, the candidate is asked to consider that mathematical
statistics is calculus-based and represents a different approach beyond
the usual undergraduate statistics course. Therefore, a course description
or syllabus for the mathematical statistics course should be attached to
the letter. If a candidate has not had courses that would fulfill certain
program prerequisites, the candidate should so indicate. The candidate is
reminded that conditional admission may be granted for students needing to
complete any or all of the program prerequisites.
3. Two letters of recommendation, one each from the academic and work
environment (or two from academia if the candidate has not been employed).
The application and all transcripts should be sent to the Graduate
Admissions Office. The other materials, including the formal application
essay, the prerequisites letter, and the two letters of recommendation,
should be sent to:
Dr. Daniel T. Larose
Re: MS in Data Mining Admissions Materials
Department of Mathematical Sciences
Marcus White 118
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT, 06050
Note: Only hard copy materials are acceptable. No attachments to e-mails
or other electronically transmitted material will be considered in
admissions decisions.
M.S. in Data Mining
24 credits
The following courses are required of all students.
Data Mining Component (12 credits)
STAT 521 Introduction to Data Mining
STAT 522 Data Mining Methods
STAT 523 Applied Data Mining
STAT 525 Web Mining
Computer Science Component (6 credits)
CS 570 Topics in Artificial Intelligence
CS 580 Topics in Database Systems and Applications
Statistics Component (6 credits)
STAT 416 Mathematical Statistics II
STAT 570 Applied Multivariate Analysis
Electives Component (6 or 9 credits)
Students electing Plan A (Thesis) must select and complete two of the
following courses. Students electing Plan B (Comprehensive Exam) must
select and complete three of the following courses:
STAT 455 Experimental Design
STAT 529 Current Issues in Data Mining
STAT 551 Applied Stochastic Processes
STAT 567 Linear Models
STAT 575 Mathematical Statistics III
Students electing Plan A (Thesis) are also required to complete the
following course: STAT 599 Thesis. Students electing Plan A must make a
presentation of their Thesis on the CCSU campus. Students electing Plan B
must take the Comprehensive Examination on the CCSU campus. Exceptions to
this policy will be considered for extenuating circumstances, such as visa
restrictions, travel prohibitions, severe economic hardship, or other
conditions preventing students from coming to CCSU, especially students
living beyond North America. Exceptions require approval of the Chair of
the Mathematical Sciences Department. Plan A students who cannot come to
campus must make a web presentation of their Thesis.
Note: New students may take the first course in the program while working
on the prerequisites for the more advanced courses.
Note: No more than 9 credits at the 400 level, as approved by the graduate
advisor, may be counted toward the graduate planned program of study.
ACCELERATED TEACHER CERTIFICATION PROGRAM IN SECONDARY MATHEMATICS
35 credits
Admission criteria:
a) The candidate must qualify for admission to the University’s graduate
programs, including a 2.70 minimum GPA.
b) The candidate must have completed at least 30 credits in mathematics
content courses.
c) The candidate must meet all requirements for admission to the
Professional Program for Teacher Education, including passing scores on
Praxis I or waiver and an interview with and a positive recommendation by
the Acceptance Committee of the Department of Mathematical Sciences.
Required courses: EDF 415,* RDG 593, EDTE 315,* EDSC 425,* EDSC 435,* SPED
501, MATH 413,* MATH 426,* MATH 543, MATH 544.
* No credit toward a graduate degree
Students may also take up to nine credits in graduate-level mathematics
courses to complete as much as 21 credits toward a M.S. degree in
Secondary Mathematics during this 14-month program. A maximum of nine
credits at the 400 level may be counted toward the M.S. degree, upon
approval by the faculty advisor.
MODERN LANGUAGES
Faculty
Louis Auld (Chair, Davidson 212), Gloria Caliendo, Edward Force, Antonio
García-Lozada, Paloma Lapuerta, Cheng Sing Lien, Gustavo Mejía, Ángela
Morales, Maria Passaro, Carmela Pesca, Shizuko Tomoda, Lilián Uribe (Dept.
phone: 832-2875)
Department Overview
The Modern Languages Department offers Master of Science and Master of
Arts degree programs for teachers and other qualified persons wishing to
pursue language, culture, and literature work on the graduate level. Its
offerings are also available to non-degree candidates possessing the
prerequisites for any given course.
Students who specialize in a modern language will develop with their
advisor a program of study that takes into consideration their educational
background and degree of competency in the language.
Students interested in a program leading to certification to teach
language in the elementary and secondary schools may consult the Office of
the Dean of Education and Professional Studies.
Information about Foreign Language Proficiency Tests may be obtained from
the Modern Languages Department.
Graduate Certification in French, German, Italian, and Spanish
Students seeking certification to teach foreign language must:
• apply to the Graduate Admission Office as a non-degree graduate student
seeking certification. Once accepted to the School of Graduate Studies,
determination is made for a Plan of Study;
• have an interview with the departmental committee to assess oral
competency and gain acceptance into Professional Program; recommendations
are made by committee to the School of Education and Professional Studies;
• complete the equivalent of an undergraduate major (36 credits),
professional core requirements and student teaching block. Students with
insufficient undergraduate preparation must make up deficiencies by taking
at least two courses at the graduate level. These courses do not count
toward a graduate degree.
Programs
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN SPANISH FOR CERTIFIED TEACHERS
30 credits (Plan A or B)
Elementary or secondary school teachers electing a specialization in
Spanish are expected to have a baccalaureate degree, with at least 24
credits of the language in college or equivalent preparation, before being
admitted to this program.
Before admission for the degree, students must contact the Department for
evaluation of their competence in listening comprehension, speaking,
reading, and writing in Spanish.
Professional Education (6–9 credits):
One of the following:
EDF 500 Contemporary Educational Issues 3
EDF 516 School and Society 3
EDF 524 Foundations of Contemporary Theories of Curriculum 3
EDF 525 History of American Education 3
EDF 538 The Politics of Education 3
EDF 583 Sociological Foundations of Education 3
and
Additional course(s) as approved by advisor
Core (6 credits):
SPAN 560 The Structure of the Spanish Language 3
ML 598 Research in Modern Language (must be completed within the first 15
credits of planned program) 3
Directed Electives (9 credits):
One culture/civilization course and two literature courses as approved by
advisor
Electives (3–9 credits):
As approved by advisor
Capstone (0–3 credits)
SPAN 599 (Plan A) or Comprehensive Examination (Plan B)
Note: A maximum of nine credits at the 400-level is allowed.
MASTER OF ARTS IN MODERN LANGUAGE
Applicants for this degree program should have a baccalaureate degree with
a minimum of 24 credits preparation in each language in which graduate
work will be undertaken. Only French or Spanish may be chosen as the
language of specialization. With approval of the advisor, candidates with
sufficient background in a second language may be permitted to include up
to two appropriate graduate courses in this language in their program.
Certified teachers whose oral and proficiency skills are of sufficient
caliber may include up to 6 credits in professional education in their
program.
Before being admitted, candidates must contact the Department for
evaluation of their graduate-level competence in speaking, listening
comprehension, reading and writing in each language to be included in the
program.
Note: No more than nine credits at the 400 level may be counted toward the
graduate planned program of study.
Specialization in French
30 credits (Plan A or Plan B)
Core (6 credits):
FR 460 Advanced Grammar and Composition 3
ML 598 Research in Modern Language 3
Directed Electives (15 credits):
Literature — Choose 12 credits from FR 521, 532, 553, 561, 573
Culture and Civilization — FR 472 or 588
Electives (6–9 credits):
Selected in consultation with advisor
Capstone (0–3 credits):
FR 599 (Plan A) or Comprehensive Examination (Plan B)
Note: A maximum of nine credits at the 400 level may be included, with
approval of faculty advisor, in the planned program of study.
Specialization in Spanish
30 credits (Plan A or Plan B)
Core (6 credits):
SPAN 560 The Structure of Spanish Language 3
ML 598 Research in Modern Language 3
Directed Electives (15 credits):
Literature — Choose 12 credits from SPAN 515, 520, 525, 526, 530, 535,
545, 551, 553, 571, 572, 576
Culture and Civilization — SPAN 534 or 588 or ML 550
Electives (6–9 credits):
Selected in consultation with advisor
Capstone (0–3 credits):
SPAN 599 (Plan A) or Comprehensive Examination (Plan B)
Specialization in Hispano-North American Inter-University Master’s Degree
in Spanish Language and Hispanic Cultures
30 credits (Plan A or B)
Students must complete nine credits of their planned program of studies at
the University of Salamanca during a six-week summer session.
Core (6 credits):
SPAN 560 The Structure of Spanish Language 3
ML 598 Research in Modern Languages 3
Directed Electives (15 credits):
Literature — Choose 12 credits from SPAN 515, 520, 525, 526, 530, 535,
545, 551, 553 571, 572, 576
Culture and Civilization — Choose 3 credits from SPAN 534, 588, ML 550
Electives (6–9 credits):
Selected in consultation with advisor.
Capstone (0–3 credits):
SPAN 599 (Plan A) or Comprehensive Examination (Plan B).
Note: Nine credits will be transferred as substitutes from the University
of Salamanca as electives.
ACCELERATED TEACHER CERTIFICATION PROGRAM IN SPANISH
45 credits
Admissions criteria: B.S. degree in Spanish; minimum 2.70 GPA;
satisfactory completion of Praxis 1 or waiver.
Summer One (10 credits): EDF 415, EDT 315, ML 428, ML 490 (or, if taken in
Fall or Spring, LING 300)
Fall (13 credits): EDTE 315, EDSC 425, ML 429, Spanish course at 400/500
level*
Spring (10 credits): EDSC 435, ML 440
Summer Two (12 credits): RDG 593, SPED 501, 2 Spanish courses at 400/500
level*
*Certification requirements such as PSY 236 or HIST 261/262 may need to be
taken instead of the Spanish courses.
Note: In consultation with a graduate advisor, some credits from ML 428,
ML 490, RDG 593 and SPED 501 may be applied as electives toward M.S.
Program. ML 428 and ML 490 are the only 400-level courses that may be
applied to the M.S. in Spanish, with approval of the advisor.
MUSIC
Faculty
Pamela Perry (Chair, Welte 212), Daniel D’Addio, Brian Kershner, Carl
Knox, Linda Laurent, Charles Menoche, N. Carlotta Parr, Julie Ribchinsky
(Dept. phone: 832-2912)
Department Overview
The Music Department offers a variety of programs in music education for
the graduate student by qualified faculty of diverse training and
expertise. In addition to the faculty listed above, the department has an
outstanding part-time faculty of professional musicians, many from the
Hartford and New Haven symphonies, who teach applied music and related
subjects.
The Summer Music Institute (SMI) offers graduate courses in music
education taught by both resident and guest faculty members. A brochure of
the SMI program is available each year in March (860-832-2912).
Programs of study in music education include an M.S. degree, certification
program, and the post-master’s planned program.
Programs
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MUSIC EDUCATION
The M.S. in Music Education is designed to provide the certified music
teacher with professional training beyond the baccalaureate degree in
music history/ theory, performance and music education. The student in the
M.S. in Music Education program must complete Plan B—Comprehensive Exam
and either Plan A—Thesis or Plan C—Special Project, both of which total 33
credits. Students selecting Plan C may complete either MUS 500 or MUS 597.
Candidates must take an entrance examination in music technology. If a
student does not pass the technology proficiency exam, he/she will be
required to take a notation or sequencing course as one of their electives
(at least two credits).
Requirements
General Education (0–6 credits):
Elected with advisor’s approval
Professional Education (3–9 credits):
One of the following:
EDF 500 Contemporary Educational Issues 3
EDF 516 School and Society 3
EDF 524 Foundations of Contemporary Theories of Curriculum 3
EDF 525 History of American Education 3
EDF 538 The Politics of Education 3
EDF 583 Sociological Foundations of Education 3
and
up to six additional credits, to be selected with advisor’s approval.
Music (15–27 credits):
MUS 470 Music Structure and Style
MUS 509 Comparative Music Studies
MUS 504 Principles and Foundations of Music Education
MUS 510 Current Issues in Music Education
MUS 598 Research in Music Education
Up to 12 credits of advisor-approved electives in music education
Culminating Project (0–3 credits):
Plan A: MUS 599 Thesis
Plan B: Comprehensive Exam
Plan C: MUS 500 Project in Music or MUS 597 Recital
Note: Students enrolled in the following courses will be assessed an
Applied Music Fee — $200.00 for 1/2 hour lesson (MUS 577) and $400.00 for
full hour lesson (MUS 578). Contact the Department for additional
information.
Note: No more than six credits at the 400 level, as approved by the
graduate advisor, may be counted toward the graduate planned program of
study.
CERTIFICATION IN MUSIC EDUCATION
A student who holds a bachelor’s degree but who is not certified in music
education may apply for acceptance into the graduate certification
program. Upon satisfactory completion of a musicianship exam and audition,
the student will consult with the Music Department chair in order to
establish a planned program for certification. Course work used to gain
certification may not be used toward a graduate degree program. Students
must meet all requirements for admission to the Professional Program in
the School of Education and Professional Studies. For information on
admission to the Professional Program, see page 52.
POST-MASTER’S STUDY IN MUSIC EDUCATION
Music educators with a master’s degree may apply for acceptance into
post-master’s study. Upon satisfactory completion of a musicianship exam,
students will be assigned an advisor to assist designing a 30-credit
planned program.
NATURAL SCIENCES
Faculty
Faculties of the departments of Chemistry (Dept. phone: 832-2675) and
Physics and Earth Sciences, including Science Education (Dept. phone:
832-2930). See departmental listings for details.
Overview
Track I provides for advanced study in physics or earth sciences. Track II
is for certified teachers in elementary and secondary schools. This
program is developed on an individual basis according to goals identified
by the student and the advisor. Track III provides for advanced study in
chemistry.
Program
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NATURAL SCIENCES
30 credits
Core Requirements:
SCI 500 Science, Technology and Society
Either Track I, Track II or Track III
Track I: Physics or Earth Science
Specialization (12–24 credits):
Courses in either Physics or Earth Science as approved by advisor
Cognate (0–12 credits):
Courses in a related field or fields as approved by advisor
Research/Capstone (3–9 credits):
Research (PHYS 598 or ESCI 598) and/or Thesis (PHYS 599 or ESCI 599)
Plan A or Plan B can be chosen.
Track II: Science Education Specialization (for Certified Elementary and
Secondary School Teachers)
Professional Education (6–9 credits):
One of the following:
EDF 500 Contemporary Educational Issues
EDF 516 School and Society
EDF 524 Foundations of Contemporary Theories of Curriculum
EDF 525 History of American Education
EDF 538 The Politics of Education
EDF 583 Sociological Foundations of Education
and
Additional courses as approved by advisor
Science (15–18 credits):
Science courses as approved by advisor
Research (6 credits):
SCI 595 Special Projects in Science Education
SCI 598 Research in Science Education
Note:
Plan A: 30 credits, including three credits of Thesis (SCI 599)
Plan C: 33 credits
Track III: Chemistry Specialization
Specialization:
15 credits in Chemistry (12 credits must be at the 500 level)
Cognate (6 credits):
Select 6 credits from BIO, CHEM, EDF*, ESCI and PHYS
Capstone (6 credits):
CHEM 599 Thesis (Plan A)
*One of EDF 500, 516, 524, 525, 538, 583, as approved by advisor.
Note: No more than six credits at the 400 level, as approved by the
graduate advisor, may be counted toward the graduate planned program of
study. Only students admitted before Fall 2002 are allowed nine credits at
the 400 level, as approved by the graduate advisor.
POST-MASTER’S STUDY
Thirty-credit planned programs of post-master’s study are available for
elementary teachers and secondary school science teachers.
PHYSICS AND EARTH SCIENCES
Faculty
Ali A. Antar (Chair, Copernicus 509), Charles Baskerville, Marsha
Bednarski, Mark Evans, Harald Hiesinger, Catherine Koehler, Kristine
Larsen, Peter LeMaire, Steven B. Newman, Nimmi Parikh, Thomas Roman,
Nanjundiah Sadanand, Luisito Tongson (Dept. phone: 832-2930)
Department Overview
Located in Copernicus Hall, the facilities of the Physics and Earth
Sciences Department include numerous introductory and
intermediate/advanced laboratories as well as two teaching laboratories,
an observatory containing a 16-inch telescope, a 100-seat planetarium, and
a 400-kv Van de Graaff linear accelerator. The fully equipped weather
center includes a National Weather Service Facsimile System, Internet
capability, two rooftop satellite data retrieval systems and a fully
operational color Doppler weather radar monitoring system.
In addition to teaching, the faculty pursue many areas of interest
including atomic collisions; solid state; general relativity,
astrophysics; ground water pollution; public planetarium productions;
lunar, planetary and deep sky observing; weather forecasting and analysis,
and climatology of thunderstorm and hurricane activity in Connecticut;
science education, particle physics, applied holography, and general
relativity. Wherever possible, students enrolled in programs are
encouraged to join with the faculty in their ongoing studies in these and
other areas.
The Department offers specializations in the Master of Science in Natural
Sciences. For details of the program, see the Natural Sciences major on
page 47 of this catalog.
POLITICAL SCIENCE
The Department of Political Science does not offer a graduate program, but
an agreement between the University of Connecticut and Central Connecticut
State University makes it possible for qualified undergraduate students at
CCSU to enroll in up to four graduate-level courses in UConn’s Master of
Public Administration program and later apply these credits toward the
M.P.A. Part-time students who have a bachelor’s degree may take up to
three courses at the graduate level before applying for the M.P.A.
program. UConn M.P.A. students may take approved courses at CCSU’s campus.
There is some exchange of faculty between the two schools. Questions about
the specifics of the cooperative program should be addressed to the M.P.A.
director at UConn or to the chair of the Political Science Department at
CCSU.
CCSU courses that have been approved for credit toward the M.P.A. are the
following:
PS 446 The Budgetary Process
PS 448 The Politics of Human Services
Outside of the M.P.A. program, courses numbered 400 or higher which are
offered by the department and listed elsewhere in this catalog may be
included on planned programs of graduate study if approved by the
student’s advisor and the appropriate dean.
PSYCHOLOGY
Faculty
Francisco Donis (Chair, Marcus White 212), Carrie Andreoletti, Carol Shaw
Austad, Laura Bowman, Adolfo Chavarro, Paul Chu, James Conway, Joanne
DiPlacido, Douglas Engwall, Carolyn Fallahi, Carol Ford, Marc Goldstein,
Steven Horowitz, Laura Levine, Charles Mate-Kole, Lauren Perdue, Moises
Salinas, Bradley Waite, Rebecca Wood (Dept. phone: 832-3100)
Department Overview
The Department of Psychology offers the Master of Arts in Psychology with
options for a General Psychology program or a specialization in Community
Psychology or Health Psychology. The specialization in Community
Psychology emphasizes primary prevention. The department also offers
courses to meet general elective requirements of graduate students in
other disciplines, and courses for liberal arts graduates who are
preparing for teacher certification.
Each student in the M. A. program will be assigned an advisor who will
assist the student in developing an approved program.
Programs
MASTER OF ARTS IN PSYCHOLOGY
The M.A. programs in Psychology can be designed to prepare students for
careers in the field of human services or as preparation for further
graduate study. The programs require 36 to 42 credits of course work
including a thesis. A common core of 18 credits is required for all
students. Students also must elect either the General Psychology program
option or the specializations in Community Psychology or Health
Psychology.
All programs are planned with the assistance of a graduate advisor.
The specialization in Health Psychology is designed to prepare students
for careers in the field of health psychology; the focus of the
specialization in Community Psychology is on primary prevention, where
students are trained to be active practitioners in the prevention field.
The General Psychology, community Psychology, and Health Psychology
options are intended for full- or part-time students. Most courses are
offered in the evening.
The Psychology Department may be contacted for full information concerning
these programs. For admission, a B.A. degree with a minimum of 18 credits
in psychology is preferred; courses in statistics and research methods,
with a minimum grade of B, are required. A minimum undergraduate grade
point average of 2.75 and a 3.00 in psychology courses, three letters of
reference and a personal statement are required. Application deadline for
spring admission is December 1, and April 25 is the deadline for fall
admission.
M.A. Program
36 credits, including thesis
Common Core for all M.A. students
(18 credits):
PSY 512 Seminar in Developmental Psychology
PSY 545 Introduction to Clinical Psychology
PSY 550 Introduction to Community Psychology
PSY 596 Psychological Research: Design and Analysis I
PSY 597 Psychological Research: Design and Analysis II
PSY 599 Thesis (defense required)
General Psychology Program
36 credits
Common Core (18 credits)
Directed electives as approved by advisor (18 credits)
Specialization in Community Psychology
36 credits
Common Core (18 credits)
Specialization
PSY 551 Primary Prevention
PSY 553 Developing Prevention Programs
PSY 595 Graduate Internship in Psychological Applications
Directed electives as approved by advisor (9 credits)
Specialization in Health Psychology
42 credits
Common Core (18 credits)
Specialization:
PSY 541 Health Psychology
PSY 542 Psychology of Stress
PSY 543 Stress Management: Theory and Research
PSY 530 Psychopathology
PSY 551 Primary Prevention
PSY 595 Graduate Internship in Prevention Applications
Choose 2 additional electives (6 credits) from the following: PSY 458,
526, 546, 553, 571, 590, 591.
Note: A maximum of six credits at the 400 level may be included, with
approval of faculty advisor, in the planned program of study.
SCIENCE EDUCATION
Faculty
Marsha Bednarski (Coordinator, Physics and Earth Sciences Dept.,
Copernicus 532; 832-2943)
For details of the program, see Natural Sciences: Track II on page 47 of
this catalog.
POST-MASTER’S STUDY
Thirty-credit planned programs of post-master’s study are available for
elementary teachers and secondary school science teachers.
SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES CENTERS
The Copernican Planetarium and Observatory (Copernicus Hall) includes a
full-function, optical planetarium, which seats 108 people and is used for
classes and programs for the community. The observatory, located on the
roof of Copernicus Hall, is used for astronomical instruction for Physics
and Earth Sciences classes. It also supports student research in
astronomical photography and observation using a modern 16-inch Casegrain
reflector and other telescopes.
The Institute for Science Education, coordinated by the Department of
Biological Sciences, offers summer courses for middle, junior high, and
high school science teachers. The Partners in Science program for middle
school students presents interdisciplinary explorations of science in
Saturday morning workshops. Science faculty and students work with middle
and secondary school teachers on topics to enhance pre-college science
preparation and encourage students to pursue careers in science.
The Multi-Media Language Learning Center (Barnard 336) provides students
with state-of-the-art technology for language study and cultural
enrichment. The lab is equipped with audio, film, video and laser disc
technology and a scanner, as well as web-capable computers for interactive
learning.
The Polish Studies Center (DiLoreto 208-23) was established in an effort
to foster within both the Polish-American and the American communities an
awareness of Poland’s culture, history, and civilization. In 1997
Connecticut’s first, and New England’s second, Endowed Chair in Polish and
Polish-American Studies was established at CCSU. The Polish Studies Center
offers courses in Polish history, politics, culture and civilization,
language, and the Polish community in America. The Center’s other
resources include the Polish Heritage Book Collection, the Connecticut
Polish American Archive, the Annual Fiedorczyk Lecture in Polish American
Studies, the Milewski Polish Studies lecture, the Godlewski Evening of
Polish Culture, educational materials for teachers, movies, exhibits and
scholarship aid for Polish-American students and for students pursuing
Polish Studies.
The Copernicus Science Computing Laboratory, located in the Francis J. Rio
Interdisciplinary Science Center (Copernicus 227), serves the faculty and
students in the natural and physical sciences. The Computing Lab houses 20
networked PCs and Macintoshes, as well as two laser printers, two inkjet
printers, a scanner and a multimedia projector.
The Weather Center is a fully functional weather forecasting facility,
including a satellite downlink to the National Weather Service, computer
data retrieval capability, color weather radar and satellite access. It
supports forecasting for the University community as well as faculty and
student research in the atmospheric sciences.
The Writing Center (Willard 305) provides one-to-one tutorials and
small-group workshops to help members of the CCSU community improve their
writing in areas such as drafting compositions, preparing research papers
and taking essay exams. Appointments for tutorials are available Monday
through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. by calling 832-2765.
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