This course deals with current issues in generative grammar. Students will be introduced to syntactic theories and basic grammatical concepts underlying GB, LFG, or both. The empirical and conceptual reasons for the gradual shifts from specific conditions on representations and transformations to general and presumably universal principles will be detailed. The conceptual framework behind the formal reasons will touch upon cross-linguistic variations in Syntax , and highlight the current principles-and- parameters approach to account for these variations.         

The course will introduce topics and issues in professional and research practice for computing professionals in academic context. This will include the philosophy of research, qualitative and quantitative research, accessing and evaluating research materials, assessing outcomes and dissemination.

Topics to be covered:
1) Research methods
Introduction to Research; Research Quality and Creativity; Paper and Report Writing; Speaking and Presentations; Research Tools.

This course in basic emergency care emphasizes how to recognize and render assistance to the ill or injured in situations likely to be encountered by emergency response personnel. In addition, it emphasizes first aid and CPR for those ill or injured where there is an airway obstruction, respiratory arrest, cardiac arrest, severe bleeding, shock, actual or suspected fractures, head injuries, or other life threatening environmental circumstances requiring emergency response.

Biochemistry of Nutrition: This course is designed to study nutrition via biochemical concepts with emphasis on biochemical and physiological fundamentals of nutrition. The course presents an integrated approach to the roles of protein, fat, carbohydrate, energy, minerals and vitamins in metabolism, and their relationships to nutritional concepts.