Elective Courses

(Formerly JOU 440) A final major independent project undertaken by communication major under the supervision of a department faculty member.

Introduces critical care nursing theory, emphasizes and reinforces adult nursing principals. Focuses on clients with multi-system problems. Designs, implements, and evaluates nursing care of clients with complex health care issues. Requires 2 clinical days.

Capstone seminar integrates supply chain management concepts developed throughout the program. Strategic management concerns and current topics relevant to the supply chain management function are developed.

Builds on NUR 345-RN, expanding the focus from the nurse-client interaction to the nurse community relationship. Content includes concepts essential for the community/public health nurse. Clinical experiences provide students the opportunity to explore the roles of nurses in the community and the diverse populations they serve. Includes one (1) clinical practice day each week.

A graduation requirement (as an alternative to SOC 490/491), SOC 450 is an in-depth examination of a central issue in contemporary sociology. Examples of issues, which vary from semester to semester, are the media and social change; culture and identity; masculinities; social class and African/American status; Latino/ Hispanic ethnicity; and sociology of information technologies. This is a writing-intensive course. Students conduct their own research in consultation with the faculty.

This course provides students with the opportunity to work on a project that shows not only their talents but also what they have learned about religion and society during their tenure at Bloomfield College. Students may decide to write a major research paper or create an artistic project.

The seminar is designed to bring upperclassmen in all biology concentrations together so that they can discuss the major principles of this discipline. The preparation of a literature research paper and its oral presentation develop the ability to critically assess the research literature, expose students to subject areas not encountered in previous courses, develop communication skills, and serve as a basis for continued learning in individual students’ particular areas of interest.

The seminar is intended to serve as a capstone experience for chemistry and biochemistry majors. Students will learn how to search the literature in their area of concentration, prepare two well-researched papers(one short, one long), and present those papers in front of their peers, as well as faculty in the discipline.

Students will participate in the entire research process including hypotheses development, literature review, data collection and analysis, and communicating the results to others. The class will also discuss several contemporary and classic articles in psychology to further their knowledge of the field and their ability to critique research.

An independent study in a topic chosen in consultation with the philosophy faculty. An extended paper will be developed under the mentorship of a faculty member in philosophy and defended before the entire Humanities Division. Open only to philosophy majors.

A selected topic such as mysticism, scriptures of a world religion or of particular religious movements, leaders and thinkers.

Applies primary and secondary prevention, expands focus from the nurse client interaction to the nurse-community relationship. Introduces the community as a client, as well as strategies to promote health and prevent disease. Clinical experiences provide students the opportunity to explore the roles of nurses in the community and the diverse populations they serve. Requires two (2) clinical days each week.

For English/Writing Concentration majors only. Preparation of a final undergraduate portfolio of original poetry or fiction. An in-depth study of one craft element in a twentieth-century writer’s work. Solo reading of original work for the Humanities Division and the College community.

Students function as teams of analysts and programmers to complete a comprehensive system development project(s). Teams analyze selected programs, design a system to solve the problem including project specifications, system flow-chart and time line for completion. Systems analysis and programming skills will be emphasized. Teams will make formal presentations of their results.

This course is an opportunity for advanced students to design and conduct experimental research with the assistance of a faculty member. Students will learn the techniques involved in carrying out a research project including: literature search, experimental design and implementation, data collection and analysis, and presentation of results.

Opportunities to apply previous course content and major concepts of the nursing curriculum in a culminating project that demonstrates integration of college competencies. Students create an original patient/health-oriented project in areas such as: Clinical Practice, evidence-based Practice (EBP), Political Activism, Research, and Certification in health-related specialty area.

Opportunities to apply previous course content and major concepts of the nursing curriculum in a culminating project that demonstrates integration of college competencies. Student creates an original patient/health-oriented project in areas such as: Clinical Practice, Evidence-Based Practice (EBP), Political Activism, Research, and Certification in a health-related specialty area.

Students implement projects designed in NUR 460 Capstone I, such as Clinical Practice, Evidence-Based Practice (EBP), Research, Political Activism, Research or Certification in a Specialty Area. This will involve off-campus field experiences depending upon specific individual/team project

This is a one or two semester course consisting of library and laboratory research. Credit may be arranged in advance by the advisor, but may not exceed one course each term.

Students implement projects designed in NUR 460RN Capstone I-RN, such as Clinical Practice, Evidence-Based Practice (EBP), Research, Political Activism, and Certification in a Specialty Area. This will envolve off-campus field experiences dependent upon specific individual/team project

This course is a continuation of CAT 372 3D Animation, with further explanation and detailed understanding of the advanced functioning within industry standard 3D software. The emphasis will be on constructing intricate 3D models and complex animated scenes. The student will be required to produce, from start to finish, an original collaborated short animation utilizing technical and experimental effects learned throughout the semester.

Students majoring in Sociology are required to take either SOC 450 Senior Research Seminar, or an internship. Students may take both internship classes for credit. The Internships in Sociology involve weekly class meetings and a minimum of 96 hours of internship experience over the course of the semester in an approved appropriate agency, institute, or organization. The courses integrate students’ “hands-on” experiences as interns, with theory and case study analysis of social issues, problems and institutions. Each class is limited to 12 students. Acceptance into the internship classes is based on the following criteria: 1. Class standing (Seniors have preference over Juniors) 2. Sociology GPA 3. Satisfactory completion of the Internship Program Application Procedure which includes: A.The application form and personal essay in which the students’ goals and objectives, motivations, interests, interpersonal skills and previous relevant experiences are clearly articulated. B. Two letters of recommendation from Faculty who are familiar with the students’ interests and performance in related courses. C. Interview with the Internship Coordinator. The interview will help the Coordinator to assess students’ readiness and degree of motivation for the internship experience, and help students explore options regarding the most suitable placements.

A semester-long field experience affording practical application of computer systems. A minimum of 10 hours per week of field work. Attendance at weekly on-campus seminar required. Internships arranged by appropriate faculty or approved by the faculty if arranged by the student. Credit for this course may not be obtained through life/learning assessment.

Supervised placement in an agency or organization which is part of, or related to, the public sector. Criteria for entering GIS 490 Internship in Political Science: 1. Class standing (Seniors have preference over Juniors) 2. Political Science GPA 3. Satisfactory completion of the Internship Program Application Procedure which includes: A. The application form and personal essay in which the student’s goals and objectives, motivations, interests, interpersonal skills and previous relevant experiences are clearly articulated. B. Two letters of recommendation from Faculty who are familiar with the student’s interests and performance in related courses. C. Interview with the Internship Coordinator. The interview will help the Coordinator to assess students readiness and degree of motivation for the internship experience, and help students explore options regarding the most suitable placements.