This course may be delivered in a classroom or online format. Major topics are: mastery and synthesis of technical and creative skills in utilizing an industry-standard vector graphics illustration computer application. These skills are essential to produce digital illustrations and vector graphics on the computer. Emphasis is placed on fostering independence in the learning process so that students can continue to upgrade their skills independently long after they have completed this course.

Major topics are: introduction to the art of drawing and illustration with regard to its practice, theory and appreciation, the fundamental principles of line, tone, texture, perspective and composition. Students complete drawings using black and white media and explore their effects and applications in their illustrations.

This course may be delivered in a classroom or online format. Major topics covered in this course include: the development and practical application of research, creative, and technical skills in visual communication according to client specifications, consumers' needs, and practical constraints, development of several workable solutions for each project, and professional production of final design. Emphasis is on creating a unique approach to the design while retaining the brand identity that the company has built for itself. Professionally, portfolio-oriented project designed in this course include a poster series, an advertising campaign, and a corporate identity package.

Major topics are various techniques in painting with oil paints from proper care and usage of brushes to painting surfaces, paints and mediums and an introduction to a variety of painting techniques and styles. Students produce a minimum of four paintings of different themes. Each assignment explores a different painting technique and style.

Version 1 and 2: This course may be delivered in a classroom or online format. Major topics are: preparing digital files for print, color spaces, image formats, file resolutions, different print processes, binding and finishing techniques, creating Postscript and PDF files, papermaking processes, printing substrates, ordering a print job, working with pre-press bureaus and printers, and creating a PDF portfolio.

This course may be delivered in a classroom or online format. This initial design course covers the principles of two-dimensional design, color theory, and an overview of the major art movements. Students analyze and employ design elements and relationships, which foster aesthetic appreciation and critical analysis skills. The historical, psychological and cultural aspects of color are explored to help students develop appropriate design and color decisions.

Major topics are: development of Human Resource Management; strategic human resource planning; equal employment opportunity; analyzing and identifying jobs, selection in Human Resource Management; job assessment and compensation; and employee rights and history of the labor movement.

Major topics are: elements of supply and demand; measuring national output; consumption and investment; government fiscal and monetary policy (FRB); income distribution and wealth; and inflation and unemployment.

Topics include: financial stability; income; budgeting; banking procedures; taxes; savings; investing; interest; insurance; and credit use; attitudes and habits that lead to financial stability, writing and understanding a business or career plan, explaining and assessing organizational, financial, and educational considerations, developing, applying and evaluating budgeting strategies, compare banking procedures and service, personal risk management, compare saving and investing alternatives, identify and evaluate mortgage options, analyze ethical compromises in regards to personal finance and propose solutions. Assessment: Students are required to successfully pass a number of quizzes covering specific assigned topics and submit a portfolio assignment.

Version 1 and 2: Major topics include: dishonesty in the workplace, management of values in modern business settings, ethical status of employer(s) and employee(s), ethics in financial transactions, gender discrimination, and boundaries as related to cultural differences. Other topics include: readings from Business Ethical Literature, philosophical works of applied ethics and moral codes of behavior from Classical Judaic sources, and organizational behavior as related to ethical decision making. At the discretion of the instructor, special topics of interest may be examined and guest lecturers may be invited to share their expertise. Students are required to write and present a paper dealing with current ethical issues within their respective fields of business. 

Versions 1 and 2: Major topics include: payroll accounting, GAAP, nature of a partnership, corporation, capital structure, nature of bonds, accrual versus cash, analysis of financial statements, managerial and cost accounting. Methods of instruction include lecture and discussion.

Major topics are: design of interactive web pages, scripting, server side programming and control, session persistence, HTML, style sheets, the Document Object Model - accessing objects and properties, manipulating them, trigger events, scripting, browser compatibility issues, Php and MySql.NOTE: this course is for non-computer majors. 

Version 1 and 2: Major topics are: arithmetic and relational operators, data types, control structures, functions (parameters call by value and call by reference), pointers and addresses, arrays, strings, structures, enumerations, type conversions, default parameters, dynamic allocation of memory, and references.

Major topics are: the main roles and components of the ALU, CPU, main memory, I/O, BIOS and the connections between them, RISC processors and multiple processors and x.86 architecture.

Major topics are: database concepts and definitions, logical organization, components of databases, database architecture and data modeling, data normalization, data descriptions and query languages, SQL, query processing, transaction processing, database integrity, database design, client/server environment, Microsoft Access, data access using ADO and DAO. Pre- or co-requisites: Introduction to Computers, Visual Basic.

Major topics are: general introduction to operating systems; the services provided to users, and how users can request services through system calls; algorithms for and approaches to CPU scheduling; disk scheduling; file management; memory management; input/output handling; concurrent programming; and problems such as critical sections, process coordination, and deadlock and solutions to these problems.

Major topics include: cyber security threats, attacks and fraud; forensics methodology; digital forensics; familiarity with network forensics; and Malware analysis. Prerequisite:  Prior knowledge of cyber concept, high technical ability, proficiency in English and creative thinking.

Major topics are: components that make up the social systems of one's life, the relationship between these various components, the resources needed to assist individuals in special education settings, various intervention approaches in times of crisis.

Major topics are: emotional and social needs; understanding children's behavior;  fundamentals of classroom dynamics; effective classroom management, and home-school communication.

Major topics are: a review of the various types of learning difficulties; the technologies available for the special education population; the available computer software; the application of computer software to specific learning difficulties; technology adaptations and modifications for children with special needs and instruction in Science and Math.

Major topics include: desirable teacher traits, theories of learning, build upon students' background knowledge and experiences, designing a lesson plan, teaching strategies, differentiated learning, Bloom's Taxonomy, Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligence, group learning and micro-teaching assessment, evaluation, record keeping and grading.

Major topics include: curriculum design and implementation in childhood education; lesson planning, skills in communicating with children; classroom management and collaborating with parents and staff. This course emphasizes the application and implementation of the theories taught through supervised teaching internship.

This course may be delivered in a classroom or online format. The course helps students develop their critical thinking and writing skills beyond the level achieved in English Composition I. Instruction emphasizes the application of logical reasoning, analysis, and strategies of argumentation in critical thinking and writing, using literature (both fiction and non-fiction) and literary criticism as subject matter. Major topics are: expository writing and basic techniques of the research paper, personal essay development and examination of short stories and poems. Students learn basic library research and effective note taking. Additionally, students are required to  write critical essays about a wide variety of topics, including short stories and poetry. Students also read several examples of published personal essays, and are required to write at least one personal essay. Prerequisite: English Composition I (ENG101). 

Students prepare for this proficiency examination using Modern Hebrew language texts focusing on elementary grammar and vocabulary and aural comprehension materials.

Major topics covered in the course: the relationship between the sins of the Jewish people, the nations who subjugated them, and the judges who redeemed them; the major Biblical personalities and events in the book and their symbolic significance for religion and history. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and textual preparation.

Major topics are:the structure of Tanya, the basic terminology of Tanya, the Divine Soul, the self and the ways and means of achieving a closer understanding of G-d, self and fellow man. Topics may vary. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and textual preparation. Prerequisite: Background knowledge in Jewish Religion and Philosophy.

Topics include Major classical concepts in the study of Mussar, character refinement, responsibility to improve one’s self in an organized manner, growth in stages, the primary role of Torah in the process; the nobility of man; bringing out one’s potential; connection with the Creator, growing through failure. Prerequisite: Ability to read and comprehend Hebrew language familiarity with courses in Biblical texts and exegesis.

Major topics include: History of learning Pshat, sin of the Tree of Knowledge and the fall of man, tower of Babel and the Generation of the Dispersion, the story of Judah and Tamar, the mysterious lineage of Messiah – various incidents in the lineage of the Kingdom of David and philosophical implications, Dinah and Shechem.  All topics are drawn from, and  based on Biblical and Chassidic sources. Topics and sources may vary. Prerequisite: Ability to read and comprehend Hebrew language with some fluency as well previous coursework in Biblical texts and exegesis or permission of instructor. 

Topics covered in the course are general principles of inter-relationships between the sexes, synagogue worship, morality in financial dealings, and ritual purity. Topics may vary. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion and Textual preparation. Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of fundamental Jewish concepts in Law and Philosophy.

Major topics taught in this course include: Character Development, building a Sanctuary, power of communication, power of silence, women in the workplace and the place of a career, the Authority of Torah and scholarship over nature, the unique role of Torah, matchmaking and marriage- are matches made in Heaven,  primacy of Torah in marriage, marital harmony, gender differences, the power of giving and art of appreciation, struggle of Yaakov and Eisav, partners in Creation, parenting and role modeling and bringing the past into the future. All topics are drawn from, and based on Biblical sources. Topics and sources may vary. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion and textual preparations. Prerequisite: Ability to read and comprehend Hebrew language familiarity with courses in Biblical texts and exegesis.

This course may be delivered in a classroom or online format. Topics covered in this course are: contemporary feminism, the social position of women in the Bible, historical perspectives, modesty, love, differences between the sexes, marriage, purity, motherhood and career, sexuality, divorce and widowhood, and women and ritual law .Methods of instruction include lecture and discussion. Prerequisite: Foundation course in Jewish Law and gender issues. 

Major topics covered in the course are: attitudes toward midrashic and aggadic literature, literary forms in aggadic literature, rabbinic theology as reflected in the Midrash, esotericism and exotericism in aggadic literature, and a survey of major works of literature. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion and textual preparation.

Major topics covered in the course are: classical laws of kashrut with particular emphasis on the modern technological impact on kashrut, Special Dietary Law in the Land of Israel. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion and textual preparation. Prerequisite: Basic familiarity with Jewish Law. 

This course may be delivered in a classroom or online format. Major topics are: respect in family relationships, adoption, love for fellow humans, care for the ill, and labor relations. Methods of instruction include lecture and discussion. Prerequisite: Basic Halachic knowledge. 

This course may be delivered in a classroom or online format. Major topics covered in the course are: the laws of Muktzeh, a selection of the 39 categories of melakhah, their sources, definition and  contemporary application, candle lighting, kiddush and havdalah. Methods of instruction include lecture and discussion. Proficiency exam format also available. 

Major topics include: Song of Songs - issues of authorship, literary issues (allegorical interpretation, structure and style); Ecclesiastes - authorship, canonical issues, wisdom, wisdom literature, pessimism, and optimism; Lamentations - historical context, the role of Jerusalem, and Theodicy. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion and textual preparation. Prerequisite: Foundations of Bible course. 

This is an in-depth examination of the Book of Daniel in the original Hebrew and Aramaic with the classic commentaries. Major topics discussed are: cycles of destruction and redemption, forbidden foods, the Aramaic language in Jewish sources, kingship, the prophetic dreams of Nebuchadnezzar and Daniel, the Fiery Furnace, desecration and sanctification of G-d's Name; the Lions' Den, the power and role of joy; the unique power of Ishmael, and the Messianic era. Prerequisite:  Basic Biblical knowledge. 

Major topics include wisdom, optimism and pessimism, justice and injustice, effort and the pursuit of wealth, joy and grief, youth and old age, Divine intervention, the suffering of the righteous and the flourishing of the wicked, and the purpose of life. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and Textual preparation.

Major topics covered in the course are enslavement and the redemption, Revelation, the Tabernacle, and laws of the Festivals. Topics may vary. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and Textual preparation. Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Bible and Jewish History. 

This course may be delivered in a classroom or online format. Topics covered are: the Tree of Knowledge and the fall of man; Cain and Abel; the Tower of Babel; Sarah and Hagar; Sodom; Jacob and Esau: the birth of the twins, the sale of the birthright, Isaac's blessings, and Jacob's encounter with the angel; and Joseph and his Brothers. Topics may vary. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and Textual preparation.

Topics covered in the course are: the conquest of the Land of Israel, division of land, tribal boundaries, the charge to Joshua and a review of the laws governing cities of refuge. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and Textual preparation.

Major topics covered in the course are: the division of the Book of Leviticus into the themes of sacrifices and ritual purity and impurity; laws and procedures of sacrifices; inauguration of the Tabernacle; concept of ritual purity and impurity; the childbearing woman and the leper; laws of nega'im; the Yom Kippur service; forbidden conjugal relationships; sanctity and principles of everyday Jewish life; interpersonal relationships; laws reflecting on sanctity of priests and sacrifices; sanctity of time; the blasphemer; the Sabbatical Year and the Jubilee Year. Topics may vary. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and Textual preparation.

Major topics covered in the course: Camp and flags of Israel in the desert; Nazirite vow; Priestly blessing; complaint of Israel in the desert and joy in the service of G-d; the manna; Korach; the red Heifer; waters of dispute; Balak and Balaam: prophecy; the daughters of Tzelafchad; commandment to settle the Land of Israel and the cities of Refuge.  Topics may vary. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion and textual preparation. Study guide is provided for the proficiency exam format. Prerequisite: Knowledge of Biblical texts. 

Major topics covered in the course are: the analysis of the various Psalms in historical context and themes and explications of selected Psalms in light of classical commentaries and rabbinic sources. Psalms may vary. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion and textual preparation.

Major topics covered in the course are: Elkana's pilgrimages to Shiloh; Chana and Penina; prayer; the birth of Samuel; Eli and his sons; Samuel as a prophet and leader; monarchy in Israel; Saul; mercy and cruelty: Agag and Nob; the relationship between David and Saul; David and Jonathan; major events in David's early career; Saul and the medium; and Saul's death. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and Textual preparation.

Major topics covered in the course are: biographies of the kings of Judah and Israel, the split in the kingdoms, the personalities of Elijah and Elisha, the exile of ten tribes, and the building and destruction of the first Temple. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and Textual preparation.

Major topics covered in the course are: selected ethical, moral and theological themes from the Books of Genesis and Exodus according to the weekly Torah portion. Topics may vary. Methods of instruction include lecture and discussion.

The course examines selected halachic texts, primarily from the Shulchan Aruch and the Mishna Berura.  Emphasis is on deriving practical conclusions from the text and understanding halachic methodology. Topics may vary. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and Textual preparation.

Major topics taught in this course include: Trials, Free will, Tanach – history book or blueprint for history, purpose of genealogies, recurring themes in the Book of Judges, and responsibility to the nation, purpose of the Temple, King David as initiator of the Temple construction, the wisdom of Solomon, Solomon as viewed by the Prophets, the quality of leadership relative to their generations, Amon and Moav and their relationship to Mashiach, the end of the merit of the fathers, prostitutes mentioned in the Tanach, the criteria of Prophecy, man’s responsibility in the time of Moshiach, and repentance. Topics and sources may vary. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion and textual preparations. Prerequisite: Ability to read and comprehend Hebrew language, familiarity or prior courses in Biblical texts and exegesis.

Major topics covered in the course are: selected women in the Bible, based on proverbs 31 and the moral, practical and religious/philosophical implications of their lives and careers through study of the Scriptural, Talmudic and Midrashic sources. Topics may vary. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and textual preparation.

Major topics are: continuation of Calculus I; antiderivatives, integration by u-substitution; areas as limits; the definite integral; area between two curves; volumes, length of plane curves; area of surface of revolution; logarithms and exponential functions; first-order differential equations; inverse functions; inverse trigonometric functions and their derivatives; integration by parts; and integration of powers of sine, cosine, secant, and tangent. Also included are verbal problems requiring the above concepts. Prerequisite: Calculus I (MAT231). 

Major topics include: logic and proofs, sets theory, algorithms, functions, induction and recursion, counting, discrete probability, divide and conquer algorithms, relations, equivalence relations, partial ordering, graphs, trees, Boolean algebra, and switching circuits. 

Major topics are: vectors, linear equations and systems of linear equations, matrices, vector spaces, basis and dimension, linear transformations, determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, characteristic equation, diagonalization and general inner products. Corequisites: Pre- Calculus (MAT129) or Calculus I (MAT231).

Instruction is offered via traditional classroom-based format or as a proficiency exam. Major topics covered in the course are: charity, altruism and selfishness, humility, asceticism, spirituality, judicial ethics, theodicy, and eschatology. Methods of instruction include lecture and discussion.

Major topics covered in the course are: the laws and customs of Shabbat, the blessings, selected prayers, and women's mitzvot. Topics may vary. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and Textual preparation.

This course may be delivered in a classroom or online format. Topics covered in the course are: examining issues of hatred, reproof, revenge, cynical and deceptive abuse, friendship, greed, and charity. Topics may vary. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and Textual preparation. Prerequisites: Three courses in Philosophy or Religion. 

Major topics include: the closeness of Israel, equal opportunity, racial and religious tolerance, relationships with non-Jews, anti-Semitism, the seven Noahide laws, suffering, and Theodicy. Topics may vary. Methods of instruction include: lecture, classroom discussion, and textual preparation. Prerequisite: To be posted.

Major topics covered in the course are: arguments for the belief in G-d and arguments for Divine origin of Torah. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and textual preparation.

Topics covered in this course are: how recent developments in science cohere with basic tenets of Judaism; presuppositions of scientific methodology; the limits of science; conflict resolution within science and between science and Judaism; scientific presuppositions of Judaism. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and textual preparation.

History of the Ramchal, the Ramchal’s systematic overview of how to learn Jewish theology – the objectives, the words, according to the Ramchal, the purpose of creation, self-improvement as the means to come close to G-d, the body and the soul, man before and after the first sin, the material and the spiritual, ways to serve G-d, shedim, the neshama, sleep, the influence of the spiritual world on this world and the influence of the world on the spiritual world, the sefirot, G-d’s providence, the world-to-come, punishment for misdeeds in the world-to-come and different spiritual levels in the world-to-come, special providence over man, trials, the reason(s) for suffering, success of the wicked, reincarnations and the unique role of each individual, the status of non-Jews in this world and in the next, the generations after the first sin, exile, how G-d orchestrates what happens, the heavenly courts, Rosh Hashana, the influence of the stars, astrologers, G-d’s judgement and His mercy, four stages of humanity, different types of mitzvos, emunah and bitachon, instilling bitachon, hishtadlus, lishma and lo lishma, internal and external motivation, menuchas hanefesh, structure of Mesillas Yesharim, daas Torah, and revealing G-d in this world. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion and textual preparations. Topics may vary. Prerequisite: Ability to read and comprehend Hebrew language, familiarity with courses in Biblical texts and exegesis, two courses in Jewish Philosophy, or permission from the instructor.

Topics covered in the course depend on the specific text to be studied comprehensively. Text selection will vary. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and textual preparation.