May 10, 2024  
Undergraduate Catalog (ARCHIVED) 2019-2020 
    
Undergraduate Catalog (ARCHIVED) 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Physical Education

  
  • PE 350L - Exercise Physiology Lab

    1 credit
    Laboratory experience that accompanies PE 350  . Corequisite(s): PE 350 
  
  • PE 352 - Adapted Physical Education

    2-3 credits
    Students are exposed to those impairments addressed in idea as they relate to physical education. Assessments, IEP development, and other elements necessary to successful inclusion are addressed. In addition, physical activities for special populations outside the school setting are also addressed.
  
  • PE 353 - Kinesiology

    2-3 credits
    An understanding of human performance as it is affected by anatomical or mechanical factors. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 323  or BIOL 221 
  
  • PE 354 - Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries

    2-3 credits
    Course teaches general and emergency treatment of athletic injuries, competitive or noncompetitive. Emphasis is placed on practical preventive and rehabilitative exercises and taping/bandaging/wrapping. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore class standing
  
  • PE 360 - K-8 Physical Education Methods

    1-2 credits
    Needs, characteristics, capacities of elementary-aged children (grades K-8); curriculum planning; methods and materials essential to program progression for developmentally appropriate activity in basic skills, games, rhythms, dance, and fitness activities; integrating movement activity on a school-wide basis as part of program efforts to enhance overall student wellness and academic readiness. Prerequisite(s): Admitted to teacher education
  
  • PE 363 - Skills Concepts

    3 credits
    Activity Placement Test required. The development of a basic understanding of selected activity skills and the knowledge necessary for performance error detection and correction are taught. Prerequisite(s): PE 180  and PE 181 
  
  • PE 376 - Technology Integration in Physical Education

    3 credits
    Software packages and applications in physical education will be researched. Prerequisite(s): CSC 105 
  
  • PE 440 - Organization and Administration of HPEA

    2-3 credits
    Administrative policies and procedures of physical education and athletes, including intramural and interscholastic activity and athletics. Consideration is given to programming, leadership, budget, facilities, public relations, and related matters.
  
  • PE 451 - Tests and Measurements

    2 credits
    This course will include use of various tests and instruments used for measuring progress in physical education and how statistical concepts apply to testing in physical education. Development of the knowledge and ability to utilize both formative and summative assessments for psychomotor, cognitive, and affective domains. Additionally, techniques to evaluate one’s own teaching performance and make adjustments to enhance subsequent teaching and program effectiveness. Prerequisite(s): MATH 103  or MATH 114  or MATH 115  or MATH 120  or MATH 121  or MATH 123  or MATH 125  or MATH 281  
  
  • PE 452 - Motor Learning and Development

    3 credits
    The application of principles of learning in the psychomotor domain. Included will be a review of the physiological basis of skill behavior, state of the performer, and didactic strategies in motor learning and skill performance.
  
  • PE 453 - Sport Psychology

    2-3 credits
    This course examines the effects of psychological factors, such as personality, motivation, group dynamics, psychomotor activity, and other psychological aspects of sports on participation and performance, as well as examining the effects of participation on the psychological make-up of the individual.
  
  • PE 469 - Coaching Baseball/Softball

    1-2 credits
    Course studies the theory and practice of individual skill fundamentals, team strategies, organization, and management principles. The students conduct an intensive analysis of game strategies and will execute playing skills.
  
  • PE 470 - Coaching Basketball

    1-2 credits
    Fundamental techniques and strategies with emphasis on offensive and defensive skills, developing and using player personnel for basketball.
  
  • PE 471 - Coaching Football

    1-2 credits
    Fundamental techniques and strategies with emphasis on offensive and defensive skills, developing and using player personnel for football.
  
  • PE 473 - Coaching Track & Field/Cross Country

    1-2 credits
    Study of the techniques of teaching fundamentals of track and field/cross country skills, scientific training methods, rules, and event techniques.
  
  • PE 475 - Coaching Volleyball

    1-2 credits
    Fundamental techniques and strategy with emphasis on offensive and defensive skills, developing and using player personnel for volleyball.
  
  • PE 491 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
  
  • PE 495 - Practicum

    1-4 credits
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.

Philosophy

  
  • PHIL 100 - Introduction to Philosophy

    3 credits
    Introduces competing philosophical views of reality, perception, learning, and values, emphasizing their relevance to the contemporary world.
  
  • PHIL 200 - Introduction to Logic

    3 credits
    Introduces the formal study of argumentation, including forms of logic, inductive and deductive reasoning, proofs, refutations, and fallacies.
  
  • PHIL 220 - Introduction to Ethics

    3 credits
    Examines the major currents and components of ethical theory from classical times to the present, investigating problems arising from specific theories, as well as critically analyzing the validity of these theories for current ethical concerns.
  
  • PHIL 291 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meeting depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
  
  • PHIL 292 - Topics

    1-3 credits
    A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.
  
  • PHIL 491 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
  
  • PHIL 492 - Topics

    1-5 credits
    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics.  A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field.  Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum.  Guest artist or experts may serve as instructors.  Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.

Physics

  
  • PHYS 111 - Introduction to Physics I

    4 credits
    This is the first course in a two semester algebra-level sequence, covering fundamental concepts of physics. The sequence is appropriate for pre-professional majors requiring two semesters of physics. Topics include classical mechanics, thermodynamics, and waves. Prerequisite(s): MATH 114  or MATH 115  or MATH 120  or MATH 121  or MATH 123  or MATH 125  or MATH 281  Corequisite(s): PHYS 111L 
  
  • PHYS 111L - Introduction to Physics I Laboratory

    0 credits
    This laboratory accompanies PHYS 111 . Corequisite(s): PHYS 111 
  
  • PHYS 113 - Introduction to Physics II

    4 credits
    This course is the second course in a two semester algebra-level sequence, covering fundamental concepts of physics. Topics include electricity and magnetism, sound, light, optics, and some modern physics concepts. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 111  Corequisite(s): PHYS 113L 
  
  • PHYS 113L - Introduction to Physics II Laboratory

    0 credits
    This laboratory accompanies PHYS 113 . Corequisite(s): PHYS 113 
  
  • PHYS 185 - Astronomy I

    2-3 credits
    This is a descriptive course that introduces students to solar system astronomy.  Emphasis is placed on the development of astronomy, optical instruments and techniques, and solar objects. Corequisite(s): PHYS 185L  
  
  • PHYS 185L - Astronomy I Lab

    0-1 credit
    This laboratory accompanies PHYS 185. Corequisite(s): PHYS 185  
  
  • PHYS 187 - Astronomy II

    2-3 credits
    This course is a descriptive course that introduces stellar astronomy.  Emphasis will be placed on stars, galaxies, and cosmology. Corequisite(s): PHYS 187L  
  
  • PHYS 187L - Astronomy II Lab

    0-1 credit
    Lab component of PHYS 187. Corequisite(s): PHYS 187  
  
  • PHYS 211 - University Physics I

    3-4 credits
    This is the first course in a two semester calculus-level sequence, covering fundamental concepts of physics. This is the preferred sequence for students majoring in physical science or engineering. Topics include classical mechanics and thermodynamics. Prerequisite(s): MATH 123  or MATH 125   Corequisite(s): PHYS 211L  
  
  • PHYS 211L - University Physics I Laboratory

    0-1 credits
    This laboratory accompanies PHYS 211 . Corequisite(s): PHYS 211  
  
  • PHYS 213 - University Physics II

    3-4 credits
    This course is the second course in a two semester calculus-level sequence, covering fundamental concepts of physics. This is the preferred sequence for students majoring in physical science or engineering. Topics include electricity and magnetism, sound, light, and optics. Prerequisite(s): MATH 123  and PHYS 211   Corequisite(s): PHYS 213L  
  
  • PHYS 213L - University Physics II Laboratory

    0-1 credits
    This laboratory accompanies PHYS 213 . Corequisite(s): PHYS 213  
  
  • PHYS 291 - Independent Study

    1-3 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
  
  • PHYS 331 - Introduction to Modern Physics

    3 credits
    This course concentrates on observations and theories of the 20th Century that carried the physicists’ world-view beyond the classical. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 113  or PHYS 213 
  
  • PHYS 341 - Thermodynamics

    2-3 credits
    This course is an intermediate level thermodynamics course dealing with systems from a macroscopic perspective. Topics include the first and second laws of thermodynamics, phase diagrams, and equilibria. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 213  and MATH 225 
  
  • PHYS 343 - Statistical Physics

    2-4 credits
    This course provides a systematic introduction to the use of statistical principles applied to the study of thermodynamic systems. Prerequisite(s): MATH 321 , PHYS 331  and PHYS 341 
  
  • PHYS 361 - Optics

    3-4 credits
    This is an intermediate level study of geometrical and physical optics. Topics include analysis of refraction phenomena, thick lenses, wave nature of light, interference, diffraction, and polarization. Prerequisite(s): MATH 225  and PHYS 113  or PHYS 213 
  
  • PHYS 421 - Electromagnetism

    4 credits
    This is a course in the principles of electricity and magnetism, with applications to dielectric and magnetic materials. Topics include the development of Maxwell’s equations, and applications. Prerequisite(s): MATH 225  or MATH 321  and PHYS 213  
  
  • PHYS 424 - Digital Electronics

    3-4 credits
    This course covers electronic components, digital circuits and their application to interfacing computers with the outside world. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 213  and Consent of the instructor
  
  • PHYS 439 - Solid State Physics

    3-4 credits
    This course looks at solid materials from a microscopic level. Topics include basic crystal structure; mechanical and thermal properties; and electronic processes with reference to electrical properties of metals, semiconductors, and insulators. Prerequisite(s): MATH 225 , MATH 321 , and PHYS 331  
  
  • PHYS 451 - Classical Mechanics

    4 credits
    This is a systematic introduction to classical mechanics emphasizing motion in three dimensions. Topics include central forces, harmonic oscillations, non-inertial reference frames, rigid body motion, and Lagrangian and Hamiltonian Mechanics. Prerequisite(s): MATH 321  and PHYS 113  or PHYS 213   Corequisite(s): PHYS 451L  
  
  • PHYS 451L - Classical Mechanics Lab

    0 credits
    This laboratory accompanies PHYS 451 . Corequisite(s): PHYS 451 
  
  • PHYS 471 - Quantum Mechanics

    3-4 credits
    This is a systematic introduction to quantum mechanics, emphasizing the Schrodinger equation.  Topics include simple soluble problems, the hydrogen atom, approximation methods and other aspects of quantum theory. Prerequisite(s): MATH 225  or MATH 321  and PHYS 331  
  
  • PHYS 491 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
  
  • PHYS 492 - Topics

    1-4 credits
    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
  
  • PHYS 498 - Undergraduate Research/Scholarship

    1-12 credits
    Includes Senior Project, and Capstone Experience. Independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and the student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical.

Political Science

  
  • POLS 100 - American Government

    3 credits
    A study of the basic principles of the American system of government with emphasis on problems relating to governmental structure and policies.
  
  • POLS 210 - State and Local Government

    3 credits
    An analysis of the legal status, powers and functions, intergovernmental relations and political problems of state and local governments.
  
  • POLS 291 - Independent Study

    1-3 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
  
  • POLS 350 - International Relations

    3 credits
    How nations/states behave and why they behave as they do in their relations with each other.
  
  • POLS 435 - Political Parties and Campaigns

    3 credits
    United States political parties; functions, organization, techniques and significance of parties; varieties of state and local systems; and behavior of the electorate and interest groups.
  
  • POLS 440 - Comparative Government

    3 credits
    A comparative study of the governmental institutions and processes of leading countries of the world.  May be repeated for credit if topics varies.
  
  • POLS 491 - Independent Study

    1-3 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.

Psychology

  
  • PSYC 101 - General Psychology

    3 credits
    This course is an introduction survey of the field of psychology with consideration of the biological bases of behavior, sensory and perceptual processes, learning and memory, human growth and development, social behavior and normal and abnormal behavior.
  
  • PSYC 451 - Psychology of Abnormal Behavior

    3 credits
    This course is a comprehensive survey of abnormal personality and behavior.  It includes an examination of the origins, symptoms and treatment of psychological disorders. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101  

Respiratory Care

  
  • RESP 105 - Respiratory Care Physical Science

    3 credits
    This course will introduce the beginning respiratory care student to gas laws, mechanics of ventilation, pressures and fluid movements, statistics, microbiology, respiratory medications, CPR, and respiratory modalities.
  
  • RESP 110 - Introduction to Respiratory Care

    6 credits
    Introduces respiratory care students to the profession in the clinical laboratory setting. Students will apply methods and principles from the clinical areas through small group projects and discussion under faculty supervision. Prerequisite(s): RESP 150  Corequisite(s): RESP 150  
  
  • RESP 150 - Clinical Experience I

    6 credits
    An introduction to patient care in the clinical setting and the application of basic respiratory therapeutics. Corequisite(s): RESP 110 
  
  • RESP 180 - Pathophysiology for Respiratory Care

    3 credits
    An introduction, in the clinical laboratory setting, to the skills necessary to assess patient. Respiratory status, etiology and symptomatology of respiratory disease through linkage of patients and their disease processes observed in the clinical areas, where students discuss and apply the methods and principles. Prerequisite(s): RESP 110  Corequisite(s): RESP 210  and RESP 250 
  
  • RESP 210 - Respiratory Critical Care

    5 credits
    Advanced respiratory care procedures in the clinical laboratory setting. Includes mechanical ventilation and critical care of the adult and neonatal patient. Prerequisite(s): RESP 110  
  
  • RESP 250 - Clinical Experience II

    5 credits
    An application of more advanced procedures of patient care in the clinical setting and introduction to the critical care areas of the hospitals. Prerequisite(s): RESP 150  
  
  • RESP 291 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
  
  • RESP 292 - Topics

    1-4 credits
    Includes Current Topics, Advanced Topics, and Special Topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.
  
  • RESP 310 - Advanced Respiratory Care

    4 credits
    Advanced study of cardiopulmonary physiology in the clinical laboratory setting. Applies methods and principles learned in the clinical areas through projects and discussions under faculty supervision. Prerequisite(s): RESP 210  Corequisite(s): RESP 350  and RESP 355 
  
  • RESP 350 - Clinical Experience III

    5 credits
    Advanced application of respiratory care in all areas with emphasis in advanced pulmonary diagnostics and critical care. Prerequisite(s): RESP 250  Corequisite(s): RESP 310  and RESP 355 
  
  • RESP 355 - Respiratory Care in Clinical Medicine

    3 credits
    Critical study of all areas of medical specialty with emphasis on pediatrics and neonatology encouraging relevancies to the clinical areas. Methods and principles are applied through small group projects under the supervision of the faculty member. Prerequisite(s): RESP 210  Corequisite(s): RESP 310  and RESP 350 
  
  • RESP 395 - Practicum

    2 credits
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. Prerequisite(s): RESP 150  and Consent of the instructor
  
  • RESP 440 - Ethics for Health Professionals

    4 credits
    A study of ethical topics commonly encountered in the hospital and other health care settings. Topics will include interaction with ill persons and family members, ethical and moral considerations of case scenarios, patient care based on age, communication skills, death and dying, stress, ethical principles, medical legalities, and resource allocation. Prerequisite(s): RESP 310  and RESP 350  
  
  • RESP 460 - Current Issues in Respiratory Care

    4 credits
    Students engage in an in-depth project on current issues, apply principles from clinical areas, critique literature, and write and present a formal paper. Prerequisite(s): RESP 310  and RESP 350  
  
  • RESP 491 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
  
  • RESP 492 - Topics

    1-4 credits
    Includes Current Topics, Advanced Topics, and Special Topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.
  
  • RESP 495 - Practicum

    3 credits
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. Prerequisite(s): RESP 310  

Secondary Education

  
  • SEED 291 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
  
  • SEED 295 - Practicum

    1 credit
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid.  Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study.  A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.
  
  • SEED 301 - Technology for Math Teachers

    3 credits
    Students develop an understanding of the technology tools available for teaching K-12 mathematics and they learn how to  integrate those tools into their instruction. Prerequisite(s): MATH 114  
  
  • SEED 302 - Secondary/Middle Content Area: Major

    2-3 credits
    Content methods; assessment/evaluation procedures, curriculum issues; lesson planning; grouping, organizing and managing the classroom; communication and consultation techniques; middle school concepts; and use of state and national curriculum standards. Includes a Level III Field Experience. Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Teacher Education
  
  • SEED 303 - Secondary/Middle Content Area: Minor

    1 credit
    Complements SEED 302  by focusing on minor content methods; assessment/evaluation procedures; curriculum issues; lesson planning; grouping; organizing and managing the classroom; communication and consultation techniques; middle school concepts; and use of state and national curriculum standards.  Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Teacher Education
  
  • SEED 308 - Methods of Teaching Writing in Middle and Secondary Schools

    2 credits
    This course prepares students in the theory and practice of teaching writing at the middle, high school, or college level.  The class will emphasize planning, selecting, and designing writing assignments and their assessment.  Students will develop lessons and units to become effective teachers.  A Level 2 field experience will be required. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education
  
  • SEED 395 - Practicum

    1-3 credits
    Applied, monitored, and supervised field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid.  Students gains practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study.  A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.
  
  • SEED 401 - Methods of Educational Technology

    1 credit
    Methods of teaching educational technology including the integration of technology to support teaching and learning in K-12 classrooms. Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Teacher Education
  
  • SEED 420 - 5-12 Teaching Methods

    2 credits
    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics.  This course is designed to provide general teaching methods and strategies for effective middle level and secondary education to prepare professionals for the 21st century who are caring, competent and confident.  It prepares prospective teachers to plan and develop instruction respecting learner differences as well as preparing appropriate methods for assessing student achievement.  The nature of this course creates opportunities for prospective teachers to individualize the course content and learning activities to be responsive to the different education majors.  The learning projects are built around the integration of technology, media, other instructional aids, and various resources relevant to the uniqueness of each content major.
  
  • SEED 440 - Classroom Management

    1-3 credits
    To explore the principles and problems of effective classroom discipline. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education. Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Teacher Education
  
  • SEED 450 - Reading and Content Literacy

    1-3 credits
    This course explores methods for teaching middle and high school students to read, write, think, and learn in ways that allow them to master the subject matter and meaningfully apply their understanding. Participants learn to plan lessons that teach content and nurture greater literacy. Pre-, during-, and post-reading strategies and writing strategies are explored, along with assessment methods that give students a continual view of their literacy progress and achievement. Classroom adaptations for culturally and linguistically diverse populations in the content areas are also addressed. Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Teacher Education
  
  • SEED 466 - P-12 ELL Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment

    3 credits
    Students will learn current research-based methods of instruction, curriculum development, and program assessment for P-12 English Language Learners.  This course is designed to fulfill state requirements for the ELL endorsement.
  
  • SEED 488 - 7-12 Student Teaching

    2-16 credits
    Students preparing for teaching in the secondary school will observe, participate, and teach under the supervision of the regular classroom teacher in an approved middle or secondary school. An additional fee applies to this course. Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Teacher Education
  
  • SEED 491 - Independent Study

    1-9 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
  
  • SEED 492 - Topics

    1-5 credits
    Includes Current Topics, Advanced Topics, and Special Topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.
  
  • SEED 495 - Practicum

    1-2 credits
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.

Sociology

  
  • SOC 100 - Introduction to Sociology

    3 credits
    Comprehensive study of society, with analysis of group life, and other forces shaping human behavior.
  
  • SOC 150 - Social Problems

    3 credits
    A study of present day problems in contemporary societies, such as racism, sexism, ageism, alcoholism, drug addiction, physical and mental health, war and environmental issues - their significance and current policies and action.
  
  • SOC 240 - The Sociology of Rural America

    3 credits
    Focus on rural society, rural communities, population composition and trends, social processes, social participation in rural organizations and agencies; American agriculture in a global context; and changing relationship between country and city in contemporary society.
  
  • SOC 285 - Society and Technology

    3 credits
    Exploring a variety of domestic and global topics relating to technology, society, and culture. Prerequisite(s): CSC 105 
  
  • SOC 291 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
  
  • SOC 292 - Topics

    1-4 credits
    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
  
  • SOC 370 - People and their Cultures

    3 credits
    This course examines the social systems, behaviors and actions, ways of thinking and interpreting, values, and material objects which shape people’s way of life.  Specific emphasis will be on countries which pose security and intelligence threats to the United States.
 

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