2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin

Start Date

Tue, 05/31/2022 - 08:00 PM

End Date

Fri, 05/19/2023 - 05:59 AM

Years

2223

Experimental Design

DATA 409 Experimental Design 4 cr. (4-0-0)

Offered: Winter
Prerequisites: DATA 109 (“C-” or better) or instructor permission.
Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Define quantitatively the most efficient ways to obtain knowledge from experiments with differing constraints for number of treatments, replicates, classes of experimental objectives, and blocking procedures in terms of the general linear model.

Data Visualization and Programming in R

DATA 309 Data Visualization and Programming in R 4 cr. (4-0-0)

Offered: Fall
Prerequisites: DATA 109 (“C-” or better) or instructor permission.
Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

The course covers practical issues in statistical computing which includes programming in R, reading data into R, accessing R packages, writing R functions, debugging, profiling R code, and organizing and commenting R code. We will use these skills to develop data visualizations in R. Topics in statistical data analysis will provide working examples.

Time Series and Logistic Regression

DATA 475 Time Series and Logistic Regression 4 cr. (4-0-0)

Offered: On demand
Prerequisites: MA 472 or instructor permission.
Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Introduction to techniques used in time-series analyses and logistic regression. Topics include seasonality, lag operators, construction of stationary time series models (moving average and autoregression), the construction of nonlinear stochastic models (ARIMA), and binary response variables.

Multiple Regression and ANOVA

DATA 472 Multiple Regression and ANOVA 4 cr. (4-0-0)

Offered: Winter
Prerequisites: DATA 309 and either MA 371, or DATA 109, or graduate level standing.
Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Generalized linear models are introduced after a brief review of hypothesis testing and simple linear regression. Multiple regression and one-way and two-way ANOVA are discussed in detail.

Introduction to Statistics

DATA 109 Introduction to Statistics 4 cr. (4-0-0)

Offered: Fall Winter Summer
Prerequisites: MA 100 (“C- or better) or appropriate math placement.
Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.
General Education: This course applies towards the following general education requirement(s):
- Quantitative Reasoning and Analysis (QUAR)
- Mathematics Competency University Requirement (MATH)

The study of descriptive and inferential statistics, with an emphasis on hypothesis testing and an introduction to linear regression and ANOVA in a statistical package such as R.

Notes:

Formerly MA 109 and MA 171.

Substance Use Minor

This interdepartmental minor focuses on substance use and approaches to explain, prevent and treat substance use disorders in the United States. It is especially appropriate for students pursuing degrees and careers in which they will have interactions with people experiencing substance use disorders. All courses in this minor have been approved by MCBAP (Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professionals) and if the minor is successfully completed, students will have met all of the educational requirements necessary to apply for their CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) credential.

For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Social Work department page.

Total Credits Required

20*

Courses Specific to Substance Use	12-19
Students must have a minimum of 12 credits from this category, but can have more.
CJ 255 Drugs, Crime and the Justice System (4 cr.)
HL 485 Drug Use and Abuse (3 cr.)
PSY 457 Psychopharmacology (4 cr.)
SW 415 Prevention of Substance Use Disorders (4 cr.)
SW 419 Evaluation and Treatment of Substance Use Disorders (4 cr.)

Courses Related to Substance Use	2-8
Students can choose up to 8 credits from this category.
HL 111 Lifespan Health (3 cr.)
HL 212 Suicide Education (2 cr.)
HL 240 Community Health (4 cr.)
HL 250 Applied Health Theory (3 cr.)
PSY 100 Introduction to Psychological Science (4 cr.)
PSY 210 Lifespan Developmental Psychology (4 cr.)
PSY 240 Abnormal Psychology (4 cr.)
PSY 250 Brain and Behavior (4 cr.)
PSY 342 Health Psychology (4 cr.)
PSY 440 Psychological Assessment (4 cr.)
SW 100 Exploring Social Work (4 cr.)
SW 230 Human Behavior in the Social Environment I (4 cr.)
SW 331 Human Behavior in the Social Environment II (4 cr.)
SW 370 Generalist Practice Methods (4 cr.)
SW 272 Basic Crisis Intervention Skills (4 cr.)
SW 341 Social Welfare Policy (4 cr.)
SW 417 Social Work in Mental Health (4 cr.)
SW 472 Social Work Practice with Diverse Populations (4 cr.)
SO 113 Social Problems (4 cr.)
SO 263/CJ263 Criminology (4 cr.)
SO 343 Sociology of Deviant Behavior (4 cr.)

Students who participate in a practicum in their major, may also count their hours toward the required experience hours needed in obtaining their CADC, as long as their practicum is within a licensed substance use disorder treatment program.

*This 20 credit minor is necessary in that if students complete it, all of the educational requirements necessary for them to apply for their CADC credential will be satisfied by NMU, assuring that the student will not have to search for other training opportunities after graduation.

Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Evaluation and Treatment of Substance Use Disorders

SW 419 Evaluation and Treatment of Substance Use Disorders 4 cr. (4-0-0)

Offered: Fall
Prerequisites: Junior standing or instructor permission.
Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Theories on substance use disorder treatment modalities are explored in this class, with regards to population specific considerations. Emphasis is placed on learning to understand anti-oppressive practice methods in working with people experiencing SUDs with Motivational Interviewing explored as a primary method.

Decolonizing with Indigenous Foods

NAS 230 Decolonizing with Indigenous Foods 4 cr. (4-0-0)

Offered: Summer
Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Examine the relationship between humans and Indigenous foods of the Great Lakes Region. We will focus on Indigenous identity, food sovereignty, and decolonizing methodologies.

Clinical Practicum in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences

SL 475 Clinical Practicum in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences 4 cr. (4-0-0)

Offered: Contact Department
Prerequisites: Must be an admitted degree-seeking student in the Speech, Language Hearing Sciences Program, SL 465 AND instructor permission.
Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

This course is an off-campus clinical practicum conducted at an education or medical site. It is designed for students who do not plan to attend graduate training in speech-language pathology. Students will implement treatment in the designated setting while assisted and supervised by a certified speech-language pathologist employed at that site.

Professional Issues in Speech-Language Pathology

SL 470 Professional Issues in Speech-Language Pathology 2 cr. (2-0-0)

Offered: Contact Department
Prerequisites: SL 356 and SL 400 or instructor permission
Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

This course examines contemporary ethics and issues. Regulations and requirements for professional practice such as certifications, licensure, and other local, state, and national policies will be discussed. Legislative issues and third-party reimbursement issues will be included. Other aspects of discussion include academic accreditation as well as ASHA practice policies and guidelines.

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