Gannon University Graduate Catalog 2013 - 2014
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Gannon University Graduate Catalog 2013 - 2014 Since 1964 Gannon has provided graduate-level course work for the Erie community, the tri-state region, and beyond. We pride ourselves on the resulting professional accomplishments of our 8879 master’s degree and 275 doctoral alumni, included among them are presidents of over 50 organizations, vice presidents, controllers, executive directors, officers, principals, superintendents, and upper-level managers in 200 organizations worldwide. Many of our graduate school alumni have received the Ph.D. degree. Our urban location provides both support to the regional professional communities and a significant source of hands-on experience for graduate studies. Over the years Gannon students have had many enriching opportunities to do projects, consult, complete internships, and otherwise involve themselves in the business, health care, human service, educational, and government communities at our doorstep. Additionally, representatives of these professions visit the Gannon campus regularly to supplement classroom theory via guest lectures, seminars, workshops, and adjunct teaching. Office of Graduate Admissions Courthouse Commons 109 University Square Erie, PA 16541-0001 Phone (814) 871-7474 or Toll Free 1-800-GANNON-U FAX (814) 871-5827 E-mail: [email protected] University Mission Statement Gannon is a Catholic, Diocesan university dedicated to excellence in teaching, scholarship and service. Our faculty and staff prepare students to be global citizens through programs grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and professional specializations. Inspired by the Catholic Intellectual Tradition, we offer a comprehensive, values-centered learning experience that emphasizes faith, leadership, inclusiveness and social responsibility. 2 Gannon University Graduate Programs are The Board of Law Examiners of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania accredited by: 5035 Ritter Road, Suite 1100, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (717) 795-7270 The Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 College Entrance Examination Board (The College Board) (215) 662-5606 FAX (215) 662-5501, www.msache.org 45 Columbus Ave, New York, NY 10023-6992 (212) 713-8000 Pennsylvania Department of Education 333 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17126-0333 The Council of Independent Colleges (717) 787-5041 FAX (717) 783-0583 One Dupont Circle, Suite 320 Washington, DC 20036 Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs, (202) 466-7230, www.cic.org 11520 West 119th St., Overland Park, KS 66211 (913) 339-9356, FAX (913) 339-6226, www.acbsp.org Middle Atlantic Association of Colleges of Business Administration La Salle University, 1900 W. Olney Avenue Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education Philadelphia, PA 19141 4720 Montgomery Lane, Bethesda, MD 20824-1220 (215) 951-1040 (301) 652-2682, FAX (301) 652-7711 Pennsylvania Association of Colleges and Teacher Educators Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician 1201 Northwestern Drive, Monroeville, PA 15146 Assistant, Inc. (412) 373-9185 1000 North Oak Ave. Marshfield, WI 54449 Pennsylvania Association of Colleges and Universities (715) 387-3785, FAX (715) 387-5163 800 North 3rd Street, Harrisburg, PA 17102 (717) 232-4446 or (717) 232-8639 Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education 1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 Pennsylvania Association of Graduate Schools (703) 684-2782 FAX (703) 684-7343, www.capte.org President, James F. Matta, Assistant Vice President for Graduate Studies and Research, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education Bloomsburg University, 400 E. Second Street, Bloomsburg, PA 17815 One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530 (570) 389-4015, [email protected] Washington, DC 20036 (202) 887-6791, FAX (202) 887-8476, www.aacn.nche.edu State Education Department of New York Cultural Education Center, Room 5A-11, Albany, NY 12230 Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (518) 474-3901, FAX (518) 473-0271, www.nysed.gov/tert/homepage.com 1001 North Fairfax Street, Suite 510 Alexandria, VA 22314 (703) 535-5990, FAX (703) 739-6209, www.cacrep.org Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs Advocate for Campus Accessibility 222 South Prospect Avenue, Suite 304, Park Ridge, IL 60068-4010 (847) 692-7050, FAX (847) 692-7137 Dr. Harvey Kanter is the 504/ADA coordinator for students with disabilities who require accommodation of facilities, programs or services of the University. Students seeking information or assistance in any matter regarding accessibility or accommodations should contact him promptly upon admission to the University: Gannon University holds membership in: Harvey Kanter, Disability Student Services, Gannon University, American Association of Colleges of Nursing 109 University Square, Erie, PA 16541, (814) 871-5522, One Dupont Circle, Suite 530, Washington, DC 20036 [email protected], fax (814) 871-7499 (202) 463-6930, FAX (202) 785-8320, www.aacn.nche.edu Gannon University Policy of Equal Opportunity American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education It is the policy of Gannon University to affirmatively implement equal 1307 New York Avenue NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC 20005-4701 opportunity to all qualified applicants and existing students and employees. (202) 293-2450, FAX (202) 457-8095, www.AACTE.org In administering its affairs, the University shall not discriminate against any person on any basis prohibited by law. All aspects of employment including American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business 600 Emerson Road, Suite 300, St. Louis, MO 63141-6762 recruitment, selection, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, termination, (314) 872-8481, FAX (314) 872-8495 compensation and benefits conform to this policy. All aspects of student affairs and education of students including recruitment, admissions, American Council on Education financial aid, placement, access to facilities, student discipline, student life One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 800, Washington, DC 20036 and student employment conform to this policy. Questions or inquiries (202) 939-9300, FAX (202) 833-4760, www.acenet.edu regarding the University’s policy should be directed to the Director of Human Resources, Gannon University, 109 University Square, Erie, PA Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania 16541-0001; phone (814) 871-5615. 800 North Third Street, Suite 502, Harrisburg, PA 17102 (717) 232-8649, FAX (717) 231-4053 Table of Contents 3 Table of Contents Graduate Study at Gannon 4 Engineering Programs of Study 4 Electrical Engineering (MSEE) 48 Doctoral Program Embedded Software Engineering (MSES) 49 Master’s Degree Programs Engineering Management (MSEM) 56 Graduate Level Certificates Mechanical Engineering (MSME) 57 Coursework for Professional Development English (MA) 63 Admission 6 Environmental Science and Engineering 66 Academic Regulations 7 Environmental Health and Engineering (MS) 66 International Students 12 Nursing 70 The Library 13 RN to MSN 70 Academic Computing 13 Nurse Practitioner 71 Tuition and Fees 14 Anesthesia 72 Deferred Payment Plan Administration 73 Company/School District Reimbursements Nursing Practice (DNP) 79 Financial Aid 15 Occupational Therapy (MS) 82 Federal Direct Student Loan (FDSL) Organizational Learning and Leadership (PhD) 87 Graduate Student Incentive Awards Pastoral Studies (MA) 94 Grant for Diocesan Employees Physical Therapy (DPT) 97 Career Development and Employment Services Physician Assistant (MPAS) 107 Experiential Education Public Administration (MPA) 113 Assistantships Sport and Exercise Science (MS) 119 Graduate Programs, Departments and Courses Business Administration (MBA) 16 Board of Trustees 123 Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MS) 22 Administration 124 Computer and Information Science (MSCIS) 26 Faculty 124 Education 35 Curriculum & Instruction (MEd) Online 35 Curriculum & Instruction - Secondary Teacher Certification 36 Reading & Reading Specialist Certification (MEd) Gannon University is dedicated to excellence in holistic education. Online 38 In 1933, Archbishop John Mark Gannon established Cathedral Principal K-12 Certification Program 38 College, a two-year institution for men which by 1941 had evolved Curriculum Supervisor Online 40 into a four-year college, the Gannon School of Arts and Sciences. Superintendent Letter of Eligibility Certification 40 The name Gannon College was adopted in 1944, and Gannon achieved university status in 1979. Then, in 1989, the delivery of higher education was further enhanced as Villa Maria College, founded in 1925, became part of the University community. Today, Gannon University is a co-educational institution with 1000 graduate students among a total student body of 4008 enrolled full and part-time in a variety of graduate, undergraduate and associate degree programs. Key to Gannon’s mission is the personal and professional development of its students. A range of campus organizations and activities enhance academic interests, as well as foster leadership, volunteerism, and community service. The University community provides numerous opportunities for intellectual, moral, and spiritual growth. 4 their communities. Graduate education will be acknowledged and supported as central to Gannon’s continued growth and innovative, Graduate Study entrepreneurial spirit. Graduate Studies Learning Outcomes at Gannon Graduates of a Gannon University Graduate Program will: Gannon first offered graduate course