Examines family communication from a symbolic interaction and systems theory perspective.

Analysis of contemporary rhetorical theories as they relate to speaking in business, civil rights, education, government, labor, law, and religion.

Introduces aseptic techniques and safety practices as well as basic methodologies for identification and characterization of microbes associated with human health.

Examines patterns of violent crime and explores theory and research on the causes and consequences of violence.

Examines the origins and development of the current criminal court system in the US.

Basic techniques and systems used by management accountants in budgeting, cost accounting, cost analysis, and control.