Covers the fundamentals of accounting; the accounting cycle;
journals and ledgers; working papers; financial statements;
types of accounts; analysis of financial statements;
fundamentals of budgeting; and an introduction to internal
controls.
145
This course is a fully online course. Online exams, homework and quizzes, as well as learning the material, is done independently by students using the purchased access to Pearson MyAccountinglab, in addition to a textbook or etext. Students must have
access to a computer with reliable highspeed internet service. Computer labs on campus have these facilities if the student does not have another access option. For questions contact David Stretton, dstretto@wvup.edu
Continuation of ACCT 201. Introduction to Partnership
accounting procedures; corporation accounting procedures;
bond accounting; capital stock accounts; asset accounting
procedures; introduction to manufacturing accounting.
146
This is a totally online class using the textbook software. Online homework, quizzes, as well as learning the chapter material, is done independently by students using purchased access to the textbook software, in addition to a textbook or e-text.
Online exams will be accessible in Blackboard. Student must have access to a computer with reliable high speed internet access. Computer labs on campus have these facilities if the student does not have another access option. For questions, contact
Dana Lee, dana.lee@wvup.edu.
Determination of costs in manufacturing entities;
interpretation of cost data; study of job order costs,
process costs, and standard costs.
147
This is a totally online class using McGraw-Hill Connect. Online homework, quizzes, as well as learning the chapter material, is done independently by students using purchased access to McGraw-Hill’s Connect, in addition to a textbook or e-text. Online
exams will be accessible in Conenct. Student must have access to a computer with reliable high speed internet access. Computer labs on campus have these facilities if the student does not have another access option. For questions, contact Dana Lee,
dana.lee@wvup.edu.
An advanced integration of Microsoft 2013 using Excel,
Access, Word and PowerPoint, the Internet and social
networking with an emphasis on advanced business
applications.
148
Requires Microsoft Office 2019 (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint 2019) or Office 365, program requires PC computer and not Apple. Full-term totally online course in Blackboard. Students are encouraged to complete the Blackboard tutorial. Students
must purchase the required materials (bookstore) and have access to email, internet, and Microsoft Office. All assignments, activities, and exams can be found in Blackboard. It is mandatory that you have uninterrupted access to the Blackboard Learning
Management System. Remove Popup Blockers and use Chrome internet browser. Contact: Jeremy Starkey, jstarke1@wvup.edu
Introduction to basic computer information systems
principles and terminology, offering a broad survey of the
discipline and illustration of the importance of
determining information system requirements. It will
examine the importance of information systems in
networked and global business. Topics include hardware
and software selection criteria, scheduling, conversion
planning, legal and ethical issures, and security.
An introductory examination of victimology within the
sociological framework in order to deepen the student's
understanding of the victim of a crime, to provide an
organizing structure of the roles of victimology and the
reasons for victimization. The student will explore the role
of victimization and the various remedies now available for
victims. (Prerequisite: CJ 111, PSYC 101 or SOC 101)
Course examines the role of criminal justice in the proper
response to and management of crisis incidents. Course
focuses on the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA)
National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident
Command System (ICS). Course also explores appropriate
responses for interacting with individuals experiencing a
crisis, including the purpose of crisis intervention team
models.
Fundamentals of environmental science including the elements
of chemistry, biology, and ecology; historical and current
legislation; environmental hazards; identify role of
individual in environmental protection.
This course will present a number of current topics of
environmental science for discussion which may include
resource use, global warming, ozone depletion, and
global environmental crime. An overview of the history of
environmental regulation in the US will be presented.
Topics such as interest computations, depreciation amounts,
payroll calculations, determination of markups, inventory
pricing and valuations, and basic tax computations.
This course is not available for credit
toward the BSBA degree.
149
Course in Blackboard, purchase of access code required. Reliable internet access required, MS Word capability necessary. Online Readings, and assignments. 4 Exams. Internet/ Media / library based research, Timed online Test administered Thursday 8 am
To midnight. You will need to login to your Blackboard Course on 1st day of class and begin working on the course. Instructions will be sent to you WVUP email previous week with directions. For questions contact Vijay Shah, vshah@wvup.edu
Prepares the student to understand business communication in
its ever-changing environment. Includes: business writing,
business style, business memos, short and long reports,
word usage, public speaking and business research methods.
150
This is an online course utilizing Blackboard and Cengage's MindTap online learning program. Students are required to have access to a reliable high-speed internet connection, e-mail, online course delivery, Microsoft Word, Zoom, and webcam and
microphone to record and deliver oral presentations. Two of the presentations will require the student to schedule a time with the instructor to deliver the presentation "live" via Zoom meeting. You are required to have access to a webcam and microphone
to successfully complete this course. For questions contact: Matthew Graves, mgraves1@wvup.edu
Topics include: Microsoft Excel advanced spreadsheet
formatting, advanced formulas and logical functions,
mathematical computations, data analysis, lookups,
scenarios, goal seek, chart presentations, pivot tables and
charts, data imports, exporting, and linking multiple
workbooks. Advanced "hands-on" projects and tests
required.
151
Microsoft Excel 2019 or Office 365 textbook with Paradigm CIRRUS access code. Students will not purchase Microsoft Office software. Remove Popup Blockers. Required Due Dates. BLACKBOARD and Chrome used. Contact: Jeremy Starkey, jstarke1@wvup.edu
Stresses the functional First Aid capabilities required to
provide the initial emergency care necessary to sustain
life and to maintain life support until the victims of an
accident or sudden illness are cared for by qualified
medical personnel. Opportunity for students to receive
American Heart Association CPR certification.
Explores the nature, function, and importance of the
leadership process in organizations and society. Topics
include leader-follower relationships, leadership styles,
and the development of current theories that help
managers determine the "best" style of leadership based
on situational analysis.
152
This is an online course with no class meetings. No text required for purchase. All materials provided in Blackboard. For questions contact Ron Straw, rstraw@wvup.edu
Descriptive and inferential statistics, descriptive
measures, probability, random variables, discrete and
continuous probability distributions, expected value. The
central limit theorem, confidence intervals, tests of
hypothesis, chi-square test, regression and correlation.
(Prerequisite: grade of C or better in MATH 100 or
satisfactory score on placement test)
Capstone course designed to provide the baccalaureate
nursing student with an opportunity for reflective synthesis
of cognitive and affective concepts explored in the BSN
completion program. Focuses on community and
population based health promotion and disease/injury
prevention.
An introduction to the major theories of ethics and
values. This course introduces a broad spectrum of
philosophical problems, historical perspectives and
representative ethical systems.
183
Full Term: 17 May - 6 Aug
Online - requires access to blackboard and email
Instructor: clorkows@wvup.edu
Introduction to the job requirements and duties of a
process technician including physics, chemistry, equipment,
safety, health, and the environment for process industries.
Safety topics include all OSHA General Industry
requirements. Course includes an introduction to the major
environmental regulations affecting process industries.
Successful completion will result in the issuance of an OSHA
30 Hour Safety Card.
A required hands on experience at a partner processing
facility, designed to supplement the classroom curriculum
with an environment to apply the knowledge gained in the
classroom; and to further enhance the understanding of the
workplce environment.
Overview of the psychological dynamics associated with
leadership and human relations training. Special emphasis
will be placed on the basic theories and constructs of
leadership styles and techniques, team orientation,
communication, group dynamics within organizations and
basic leadership issues.
Survey of human development across the life span with an
emphasis on change in physical, cognitive, and social-
emotional processes. Applied problem solving by use of
developmental information provides experience for service
related professions such as social work, nursing, education
and counseling.
104
Full Term: 17 May - 6 Aug
Online - requires access to blackboard and email
Instructor: dave.thompson@wvup.edu
Theoretical and empirical readings in a discussion of the
major perspectives in personality theory and methodological
problems in personality and research.
To involve students in an experiential learning opportunity
with the environment. Includes research, projects, team
development, group dynamics and communication.
Course examines, within a sociological framework, deviance
within society. Explanations, descriptions, and societal
reactions are examined, with emphasis on mental illness and
mental hospitals, suicide, drug addiction, sexual
deviations, crime and delinquency.
Explores the concepts of gender from a sociological
perspective. Focus will be on perceptions of learning and
living gender, roles and relationships, cultural differences
of gender, and expectations and consequences of gender.
This course is designed to introduce the surgical technology
student to their role in handling medications and
solutions in the surgical setting. A review of basic
mathematical calculations will assist the student in
converting equivalents from one system of measurement to
another.
Course focuses on improving skills in assisting team members
and the organization of work by learning to use economy of
time, motion, and materials. Clinical component provides
solo scrub experiences that promote anticipating needs and
minimizing the patient's exposure to trauma.
Focus on current events involving man-made and natural
disasters and what the surgical technologist's role is
during these emergencies. Student will develop team
building skills to be utilized if these disasters were to
occur in the local area.
Course is designed to prepare the practicing surgical
technologist for leadership roles. Emphasis will be on
professional accountability and the importance of
credentialing in the surgical technology practice.
Safety and nomenclature of the Shielded Metal Arc Welding
(SMAW) welding process. Hands-on welding utilizing E6010 and
E7018 electrodes on pad of beads, lap joints, tee joints,
and butt joints in all positions.
An introduction to the gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW)
process. Equipment set-up and safety and hands-on welding of
beads, lap joints, tee joints, and butt joints.
Introduction to the gas metal arc welding (GMAW) process.
Equipment set-up, safety and hands-on welding on pad of
beads, lap joints, tee joints, and butt joints.
Job estimation, interpreting layouts from simple sketches or
prints. Examines and uses the mathematics of layout and
fit-up situations which arise in weld fabrication. This
course also serves as the Welding Certificate capstone
course. Students must successfully complete this course to
graduate with the Welding Certificate.
Teaches the student about inspection and prepares the
student to take the American Welding Society (AWS)
welding inspection exam with the API 1104 Code book.
Introduction to new programming tools required to solve more
advanced problems. Students will study object-oriented
design and programming, including using interfaces,
inheritance and the fundamentals of data sets and data
structures.
Introduction to database structure, organization and
retrieval. Query languages, normalization, file structure,
database security and distributed database systems will be
discussed.
Enhancing skills for writing definition and argumentation
papers based on analysis, synthesis and conclusion from
credible sources. Refining research skills of locating,
documenting, and citing sources.
187
Early 8 week term: 17 May - 9 July
Online - requires access to blackboard and email
Instructor: dwilso16@wvup.edu
Develops basic writing skills by applying various approaches
used to communicate in technical environments. Includes
writing structural descriptions, operational descriptions,
process explanations, analytical summaries and other
technical reports.
188
Early 8 week term: 17 May - 9 July
Online - requires access to blackboard and email
Instructor: dwilso16@wvup.edu
This lab provides structured learning support for Technical
Writing 1, offering tailored instruction in the specifics of
ENGL 107: the writing process; grammar, punctuation,
sentence structure; and various writing approaches used in
a technical environment.
189
Early 8 week term: 17 May - 9 July
Online - requires access to blackboard and email
Instructor: dwilso16@wvup.edu
Examines US history from the end of the Civil War through
the beginning of the 21st Century. Describes transformation
of the US from a rural, agrarian nation to one that is urban
and industrial and a world power.
102
Early 8 week term: 17 May - 9 July
Online - requires access to blackboard and email
PDF reader, real player, Quicktime, or WMP
Instructor: randers3@wvup.edu (Dr. Robert Anderson)
Introduces the cultural, psychological and behavioral
factors that influence consumer motivation and values in the
marketing process. Examines consumer decision-making
processes and environmental influences on these processes as
well as how to use this information to develop, implement
and evaluate effective marketing strategies.
182
There will be no class meetings. During the class we will take a deeper dive into consumer behavior. We will be using "Consumer Behavior 12th edition. ISBN: 9780134129938. All materials will be provided in Blackboard. Please contact me a
justin.bosley@wvup.edu if you have any questions or concerns
General introduction survey course. Introducing the core
areas of psychology. As a behavioral science, the focus will
include an eclectic study of heredity, environment and
learning. Other topics surveyed will include memory,
perception, motivation, emotion, human development,
personality, abnormal psychology, and psychotherapies.
105
Early 8 week term: 17 May - 9 July
Online - requires access to blackboard and email
Instructor: dave.thompson@wvup.edu
Designed for students requiring a basic medical microbiology
course to meet program requirements or as a science
elective. Topics include micro-organisms, microbial growth
and metabolism, control of microbial populations, microbial
resistance and principles of infection and immunity.
Communication in the context of public speaking with an
emphasis on information literacy, communication anxiety,
audience analysis, verbal and nonverbal communication,
group communication and competence in the delivery of
public presentations.
185
First Half Term: 17 May - 25 June
Online
Requires access to camera, microphone and wifi
Instructor: mary.held@wvup.edu
Course focuses on the theories, concepts and skills
necessary to function effectively in a variety of group
settings. Topics include group norms, rules, roles, conflict
management, leadership, problem solving, decision-making
and team building.
186
First Half Term: 17 May - 25 June
Online
Requires access to camera, microphone and wifi
Instructor: mary.held@wvup.edu
This course covers the important features of management
information structure and technology to business and
managerial applications. It utilizes computer software for
decision-making communication and advanced presentation.
Emphasis is on MIS/DSS applications common to business
environments. Communicating effectively with professional
systems development groups will also be stressed.
(Prerequisites: CS 101, MGMT 320)
153
Course in Blackboard, purchase of access code required. Reliable internet access required, MS Word capability necessary. Online Readings and assignments. 4 Exams. Internet/ Media / library based research, Timed online Test administered Thursday 8 am
To midnight. You will need to login to your Blackboard Course on 1st day of class and begin working on the course. Instructions will be sent to you WVUP email previous week with directions. For questions contact Vijay Shah, vshah@wvup.edu
An introduction to the Law and the Legal Process is
followed by a study of the substantive law of torts,
contracts, and agency . (Business Core Course)
154
This is an online course utilizing Blackboard and Pearson's MyBusinessLawLab. Students are required to have access to a reliable high-speed internet connection, e-mail, online course delivery, and Microsoft Word. This course will move at a quick pace as
it is condensed to a Six (6)-week term. While assignments will have due dates, the course will permit the student to move at their own pace as they will have access to all assignments from the start of the course. For questions contact: Matthew Graves,
mgraves1@wvup.edu
A course which deals with all phases of the state's history:
economic, cultural, social, and political in relationship to
Appalachia, the nation and the world.
101
First Half Term: 17 May - 25 June
Online - requires access to blackboard and email
PDF reader, real player, Quicktime, or WMP
Instructor: randers3@wvup.edu (Dr. Robert Anderson)
An introduction to normal structure and function of the
human body; principles of chemistry compounds (biochemistry)
cellular, tissue and organs of the body. Four systems are
studied for gross and microscopic anatomy and normal
functioning; these are integumentary, skeletal, muscular,
and nervous systems. Lab work emphasizes microscopic work
on cells and tissues, study of bones and muscles, and
dissections of brain and eyeball.
The second course in the CCNA curriculum series. It focuses
on switching technologies and router operations that support
small-to-medium business networks and includes wireless
local area networks (WLAN) and security concepts. In
addition to learning key switching and routing concepts,
learners will be able to perform basic network configuration
and troubleshooting, identify and mitigate LAN security
threats and configure and secure a basic WLAN.
Students learn to use computer applications as tools for
problem solving and data analysis using four different
Microsoft Office applications, with primary focus on using
Excel and Access to analyze and explore real world data.
Introduction to types of business organizations; market
models of capitalism. Basic theories of costs of production.
This course also touches on labor unions, international
trade, and economic considerations in the control of
American industry. (Business Core Course)
162
This course is a fully online course. Online exams, homework and quizzes, as well as learning the material, is done independently by students using the purchased access to Pearson MyEconlab, in addition to a textbook or etext. Students must have access
to a computer with reliable highspeed internet service. Computer labs on campus have these facilities if the student does not have another access option. For questions contact David Stretton, dstretto@wvup.edu
Theories of supply and demand, national income
determination and public debt. Overview of classical and
Keynesian economic theory; national fiscal policy; and
current problems/policies bearing thereon.
(Business Core Course)
163
This is an online course with no required class meetings. No text or material required for purchase. All materials provided in Blackboard. For questions contact Dr. Billy Stone, billy.stone@wvup.edu
Students write a minimum of twenty formally evaluated pages
in order to expand skills necessary to express ideas
effectively in expository essays centered on rhetorical
patterns and strengthening critical thinking skills.
4,000 - 5,000 words evaluated writing.
190
8 week term: 14 June - 6 Aug
Online - requires access to blackboard and email
Instructor: danielle.kelly@wvup.edu
This lab provides structured learning support for ENGL 101,
offering tailored instruction in the specifics of the
writing process; grammar, punctuation and sentence
structure; various forms of documentation; and the
traditional rhetorical modes.
191
Late 8 week term: 14 June - 6 Aug
Online - requires access to blackboard and email
Instructor: danielle.kelly@wvup.edu
The role of financial management in business enterprises;
financial analysis, planning for short-term and long-term
financing; budgeting and current asset management are
topics covered in this course.
164
This course is a fully online course. Online exams, homework and quizzes, as well as learning the material, is done independently by students using the purchased access to Pearson MyFinancelab, in addition to a textbook or etext. Students must have
access to a computer with reliable highspeed internet service. Computer labs on campus have these facilities if the student does not have another access option. For questions contact David Stretton, dstretto@wvup.edu
Forms and functions performed within the business
organizations. Covers accounting, business law, economics,
finance, management and marketing. Embedded COLL 101 will
focus on personal development, interpersonal and academic
skills and campus connections.
165
There will be no class meetings. During the class we will look into how businesses function and learn a little bit about everything related to the business world. There is not a required textbook for this class. All materials will be provided in
Blackboard. Please contact me a justin.bosley@wvup.edu if you have any questions or concerns.
Examines US history from the beginning of colonization
through the Civil War. Describes the major political,
military, and social events that shaped early American
history.
103
Late 8 week term: 14 June - 6 Aug
Online - requires access to blackboard and email
PDF reader, real player, Quicktime, or WMP
Instructor: randers3@wvup.edu (Dr. Robert Anderson)
Quadratic equations; quadratic type equations; radical
equations; rational equations; linear, nonlinear and
absolute value inequalities; function concepts; graphing;
linear functions and applications; polynomial functions;
rational functions; exponential and logarithmic functions;
systems of equations using Gaussian elimination; matrix
theory and determinants.
Descriptive and inferential statistics, descriptive
measures, probability, random variables, discrete and
continuous probability distributions, expected value. The
central limit theorem, confidence intervals, tests of
hypothesis, chi-square test, regression and correlation.
(Prerequisite: grade of C or better in MATH 100 or
satisfactory score on placement test)
Fundamental concepts of geology, meteorology, and
astronomy. Earth processes, both past and present, will
be studied. Topics covered will include the origin of the
Universe, solar system and earth; the structure and
composition of the earth; plate tectonics; the atmosphere,
weather and climate; earth's water resources, and the
Earth's place in the Universe. Earth resources and
environmental topics will be stressed in the course, rocks
and minerals and topographic maps will be studied, and
there will be a local geologic field trip. (3 lecture hours
and 2 lab hours per week)
Fundamental concepts and methods of the scientific study of
human society and social behavior. Focuses on institutional
foundations of group life; social roles and interpersonal
relations; values and social processes in context of
technological change ethnicity, race, age, gender and
socioeconomic classes.
108
Late 8 week term: 14 June - 6 Aug - Live Online
This course combines virtual class sessions and online learning. Attendance is required for the following Zoom meetings:
Tuesday June 15th @5:30p.m.
Tuesday July 6th @5:30p.m.
Tuesday
July 27th @5:30p.m.
Professor: arochus1@wvup.edu
A sequel course in Business Law that covers the
substantive law of Sales, Negotiable Instruments,
Property, Bankruptcy, Wills and Trusts. Selected areas
of government regulation of business are also covered.
155
This is an online course utilizing Blackboard and Pearson's MyBusinessLawLab. Students are required to have access to a reliable high-speed internet connection, e-mail, online course delivery, and Microsoft Word. This course will move at a quick pace as
it is condensed to a Six (6)-week term. While assignments will have due dates, the course will permit the student to move at their own pace as they will have access to all assignments from the start of the course. For questions contact: Matthew Graves,
mgraves1@wvup.edu
Course includes the functions of planning, organizing,
staffing and leading, and controlling for organizations in
the global environment. Ethics, diversity, technology,
future trends and practical applications of principles are
included.
156
Course in Blackboard, purchase of access code required. Reliable internet access required, MS Word capability necessary. Online Readings and assignments. 4 Exams. Internet/ Media / library based research, Timed online Test administered Thursday 8 am
To midnight. You will need to login to your Blackboard Course on 1st day of class and begin working on the course. Instructions will be sent to you WVUP email previous week with directions. For questions contact Vijay Shah, vshah@wvup.edu
This course offers several approaches to the study of
small business management. The traditional approach
whereby students are exposed to the various functional
areas of the business enterprise and the functions are
discussed as part of this course.
227
This is an online course with no required class meetings. No text or material required for purchase. All materials provided in Blackboard. For questions contact Dr. Billy Stone, billy.stone@wvup.edu
Business organizations as social systems are studied. The
relationship of the employee and the organization is also
covered. Authority, communications, discipline,
informal organizations, job satisfaction, and motivation
are collateral subjects.
157
This is an online course with no class meetings. No text required for purchase. All materials provided in Blackboard. For questions contact Ron Straw, rstraw@wvup.edu
The organization and role of the personnel function in
business and non-business entities are explored and
discussed. Specifically, job analysis, employment
procedures, compensation, employee training programs,
employment regulations, and collective bargaining are topics
considered in depth.
158
This is an online course with no required class meetings. No text or material required for purchase. All materials provided in Blackboard. For questions contact Dr. Billy Stone, billy.stone@wvup.edu
Analysis of the flow of goods and services from the
producer to the consumer. Includes target marketing and
segmentation, analysis of market research and marketing
information systems to provide data for decision making
regarding the 4 Ps: Production, Promotion, Pricing and
Placement/Distribution.
159
There will be no class meetings. During the course we will look at the main principles of marketing and how they affect our everyday lives. We will be using "The Essentials of Marketing 17th Edition" textbook for this course. ISBN: 978-1-259-57353-8.
You will also be required to do a reading assignment during the course which we will be addressed in the syllabus. Please contact me a justin.bosley@wvup.edu if you have any questions or concerns.
for additonal information.