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.
119
This is a totally online class using MyAccountingLab. Online homework, quizzes, as well as learning the chapter material, is done independently by students using purchased access to Pearson’s MyAccountingLab, 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.
121
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 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.
An advanced integration of Microsoft 2013 using Excel,
Access, Word and PowerPoint, the Internet and social
networking with an emphasis on advanced business
applications.
124
Microsoft Office 2019 (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint 2019) or Office 365. Purchase MindTap 2019 access code including e-text. Program requires PC computer and not MAC. Remove Popup Blockers. Required Due Dates. BLACKBOARD used. Chrome will be
the browser used. 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.
202
This course is an online course. It uses a traditional textbook (printed or electronic) and an online component. All course assignments are contained in Blackboard. Students must have access to a functional computer, stable Internet connection, and
Microsoft Word. Computer labs on campus have these services if a student does not have another access option. For information, contact astrong2@wvup.edu.
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.
222
Full Term: 18 May - 7 Aug
Online - requires access to blackboard and email
Instructor: dwilso16@wvup.edu (Woody Wilson)
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.
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.
130
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.
131
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
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.
200
Full Term: 18 May - 7 Aug
Online - requires access to blackboard and email
Instructor: lawrence.mckenzie@wvup.edu
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.
116
Full Term: 18 May - 7 Aug
Online - requires access to blackboard and email
Instructor: denise.mcclung@wvup.edu
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.
115
Full Term: 18 May - 7 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.
117
Full Term: 18 May - 7 Aug
Online - requires access to blackboard and email
Instructor: denise.mcclung@wvup.edu
To involve students in an experiential learning opportunity
with the environment. Includes research, projects, team
development, group dynamics and communication.
118
Full Term: 18 May - 7 Aug
Online - requires access to blackboard and email
Instructor: phil.mcclung@wvup.edu
This course provides students with an opportunity to
demonstrate comprehensive learning and application in
psychology. The course will also focus on final preparation
for work and/or graduate school.
120
Full Term: 18 May - 7 Aug
Capstone - Psychology course for RBA emphasis in Psychology
PSYC students only. Must be taken in the last semester before
graduation. Instructor permission and RBA inventory of classes required
Instructor:
phil.mcclung@wvup.edu
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.
Specialized topics, which may vary per semester, will
provide students with the opportunity to discuss, interpret,
compare, and critique contemporary literature by
international authors.
129
Early 8 week term: 18 May - 10 July
Online - requires access to blackboard and email
Instructor: dwilso16@wvup.edu (David "Woody" Wilson)
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.
112
Early 8 week term: 18 May - 10 July
Online - requires access to blackboard and email
PDF reader, real player, Quicktime, or WMP
Instructor: randers3@wvup.edu (Dr. Robert Anderson)
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.
141
This is an online course with assignments completed in Blackboard. No class meetings. Students must have access to email, internet and Microsoft Office. Students must purchase the required Mindtap access code and have access to email, internet and
Microsoft Office. For questions contact Dr. Billy Stone, billy.stone@wvup.edu
An applied course in Marketing Management wherein students
deal with specialized marketing problems including marketing
functions and policies. Case studies cover product lines,
brands, pricing policies, promotional techniques, and
related problem areas in marketing.
145
This course is administered totally online. The textbook is a Loose-leaf copy that can be purchased via the WVUP Bookstore. This course is textbook intensive. All of the graphs, charts, textbook references, and homework questions come directly from the
textbook. It is mandatory that you have uninterrupted access to the Blackboard Learning Management System. Contact Dr. Larry Muller, larry.muller@wvup.edu.
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.
114
Early 8 week term: 18 May - 10 July
Online - requires access to blackboard and email
Instructor: dave.thompson@wvup.edu
Introduction to biological principles including the
chemistry, structure, and energetics of the cell
(photosynthesis and respiration); membrane transport;
molecular biology (RNA and DNA), cell reproduction
(mitosis and meiosis); molecular genetics to include
Mendelian and human genetics; evolution (natural selection
and population genetics); and ecology (biodiversity,
communities, and populations of living organisims).
(3 lecture hours and 2 lab hours per week;
Corequisite: BIOL 103)
Introductory exercises and experiments in general biology to
include microscopy and cell structure, organic compounds,
osmosis and diffusion, photosynthesis, cell respiration,
hydrolysis of carbohydrates, cell reproduction and genetics.
(2 hours per week; Corequisite: BIOL 101) F-S-Su
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)
132
Course in Black Board, 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 Black Board Course on 1st day of class and begin working on the course. Instructions will be sent to you WVUP email previous week with directions. 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)
133
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.
113
First Half Term: 18 May - 26 June
Online - requires access to blackboard and email
PDF reader, real player, Quicktime, or WMP
Instructor: randers3@wvup.edu (Dr. Robert Anderson)
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)
146
This is a 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. For questions contact BAPS division (304) 424-8289
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)
147
This is a 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. For questions contact BAPS division (304) 424-8289
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.
234
Late 8 week term: 15 June - 7 Aug
Online
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.
235
Late 8 week term: 15 June - 7 Aug
Online
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.
148
This course is an online course which will use blackboard and Pearson MyFinanceLab access. Recordings of past semester sessions are intended to be posted in blackboard (ZOOM Meeting links) for those students who want to step through the homework
assignments. Online exams, homework and quizzes, as well as learning the material, is done independently by students using the purchased access to Pearson MyFinancelab, which includes the etext. Students must have access to a computer with reliable high
speed internet service. Computer labs on campus have these facilities if the student does not have another access option. For questions contact Holly Dexter, hdexter@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.
149
This is an online course with assignments completed in Blackboard. No class meetings. Students must have access to email, internet and Microsoft Office. No text to purchase as an e-Text is provided in Blackboard at no additional cost.
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.
150
Course in Black Board, 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 Black Board Course on 1st day of class and begin working on the course. Instructions will be sent to you WVUP email previous week with directions. Contact: Vijay Shah, vshah@wvup.edu
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.
111
Late 8 week term: 15 June - 7 Aug
Online - requires access to blackboard and email
PDF reader, real player, Quicktime, or WMP
Instructor: randers3@wvup.edu (Dr. Robert Anderson)
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.
190
This course is an online course. All course materials and assignments will be provided online in Blackboard. Students must have access to a functional computer, stable Internet connection, and word processing software, such as Microsoft Word. For
information, contact wwalker1@wvup.edu.
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)
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.
134
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.
135
Course in Black Board, 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 Black Board Course on 1st day of class and begin working on the course. Instructions will be sent to you WVUP email previous week with directions. Contact: Vijay Shah, vshah@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.
137
This is a 2nd 6-week totally online course using Blackboard. Students must purchase access to Cengage. Online Discussion Board, online assessment assignments, online exams and 1 book review. For questions contact Dr. Billy Stone, billy.stone@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.
138
This is a 2nd 6-week totally online course using Blackboard. Students must purchase access to Cengage. Online Discussion Board, online assessment assignments, online exams and 1 book review. 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.
140
This course is administered totally online. The textbook is a Loose-leaf copy that can be purchased via the WVUP Bookstore. This course is textbook intensive. All of the graphs, charts, textbook references, and homework questions come directly from the
textbook. It is mandatory that you have uninterrupted access to the Blackboard Learning Management System. Contact Dr. Larry Muller, larry.muller@wvup.edu.