An introduction to the doctoral programs, the school, and the university in the form of a one-day orientation session. Topics include an introduction to the doctoral programs office staff and their functions, a discussion of program policies and procedures, a demonstration of computer and technology resources available to students, a tour of main campus library facilities, and tutorials on the use of the NSU distance library services. Prerequisite: DOC 6072.

( CSA 6072 OR DOC 6072 )

There are no learning objectives for this course. This course serves as an orientation to the doctoral programs at the Huizenga School. Students are required to complete this course in their first term.

1. Required Materials


1. Textbooks

NO TEXTBOOK REQUIRED


APA Manual
The APA Manual is a recommended textbook for all courses.
Effective July 1^st 2009, the 6th edition of the APA Manual is recommended for all courses.

NSU Bookstore
Textbooks and Case Studies may be purchased from the NSU Bookstore (located in the University Park Plaza) by calling 1-800-509-2665 or online at http://www.nsubooks.bkstore.com.

The NSU libraries comprise the Alvin Sherman Library, Research, and Information Technology Center, East Campus Branch Library, Health Professions Division Library, Law Library and Technology Center, North Miami Beach Branch Library, University School Library Media Centers, and the William S. Richardson Ocean Science Library. Students are strongly encouraged to visit one of the physical locations and/or take advantage of the vast electronic library available for research. For more information, please visit http://www.nova.edu/library.

Please note that all required and recommended materials should be referenced in APA style.