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HIST 462 - The Constitution and the Rise of the Federation
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Even
A study of the problems for the Confederation after the drafting of the peace with England and an examination of the solutions found, or attempted, in the Constitutional Convention. The nature of the union formed by the ratification process and the subsequent changes in that union during the Federal Period. Review of the attempts to form a distinctly American culture.
Crosslisted With: HIST 662
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HIST 465 - American Thought to HIST 1877
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall - Even
A study of currents in American intellectual history from colonization to Reconstruction. The course explores religious traditions and revivalism; causes and impact of reform movements; political ideologies of republicanism and democracy; transcendentalism and Unitarianism; and debates surrounding slavery.
Crosslisted With: HIST 665
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HIST 466 - American Thought since HIST 1877
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Odd
Major aspects of American intellectual history from Reconstruction to the present. Principal attention to the debates surrounding Darwinian evolution; development of pragmatism; trends in liberal and conservative political ideologies; the role of the public intellectual; anti-Communism; and working class life in the labor movement.
Crosslisted With: HIST 666
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HIST 467 - Travel-Study [Selected Topics]
Credit(s): 1-3
Lecture Hours: 1-3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Not regularly offered. (as needed)
A course designed as an educational travel experience in American History and Culture within the United States under the supervision of a university instructor. May be taught as an organized study-tour or as an independent travel and study project. Topics, prerequisites and course requirements announced in advance. Students may repeat course (with different topics). Pass/Fail
May be offered on a pass/fail basis.
Prerequisite(s): Requires instructor’s approval.
Crosslisted With: HIST 667
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HIST 468 - Travel-Study [Selected Topics]
Credit(s): 1-3
Lecture Hours: 1-3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Not regularly offered. (as needed)
A course designed as an educational travel experience in international history and culture in foreign countries under the supervision of a University instructor. May be taught as an organized study-tour or as an independent travel and study project. Topics, prerequisites and course requirements announced in advance. Students may repeat course with different topics. Pass/Fail
May be offered on a Pass/Fail basis.
Prerequisite(s): Requires instructor’s approval.
Crosslisted With: HIST 668
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HIST 470 - Topics in World History: [Topics Title
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Not regularly offered. (as needed)
Classes in selected aspects of world history dealing with a global or comparative approach, such as, but not limited to, urbanization, technology, sports, disease, climate, demographics, food, rise and fall of civilizations, transportation, industrialization and migrations. May be repeated for credit (with different topic). Only six hours of undergraduate topics courses (HIST 460 , 470, HIST 480 , or HIST 490 ) can be counted toward the major or minor.
Crosslisted With: HIST 670
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HIST 480 - Topics in U. S. History: [Topic Title]
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Not regularly offered. (as needed)
Classes in one or more of the following areas: (a) interdisciplinary approaches to historical periods and (b) specialized topics suitable for in-depth study. May be repeated for credit (with different topic). Only six hours of undergraduate topics courses (HIST 460 , HIST 470 , 480 or HIST 490 ) can be counted toward the major or minor.
Crosslisted With: HIST 680
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HIST 484 - History of Africa 1400 to Present
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
A survey of African history from the 15th century to the present, emphasizing the rise of colonialism, its significance to Africa’s underdevelopment and African resistance to colonialism, with special focus on the histories of Algeria, South Africa, Rhodesia (Zimbabwe), Kenya, Angola and Mozambique.
Crosslisted With: HIST 684
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HIST 490 - Topics in European History: [Topic Title]
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Not regularly offered. (as needed)
Classes taught with an interdisciplinary and/or comparative approach, or allowing for an in-depth study of specialized topics in European history. May be repeated for credit (with different topic). Only six hours of undergraduate topics courses (HIST 460 , HIST 470 , HIST 480 or 490) can be counted toward the major or minor.
Crosslisted With: HIST 690
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HIST 494 - Antebellum America, 1815-1850
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall - Even
A study of this remarkable period of American growth and expansion and the conflicts that pushed the nation toward the Civil War, with emphasis on the market and transportation revolutions, reform movements, the evolution of American democracy, territorial acquisition, the U.S.-Mexico War, slavery, sectionalism and presidential administrations, from Madison to Polk, particularly that of Andrew Jackson.
Crosslisted With: HIST 694
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HIST 495 - The Civil War and Reconstruction, 1850-1877
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Odd
A critical inquiry into the inflammatory politics of the 1850s, the many causes of the Civil War, the course, conduct and significance of the American Civil War and its aftermath. Special emphasis on the military campaigns, emancipation, activity behind the lines, wartime diplomacy and reconstructing the nation.
Crosslisted With: HIST 695
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HIST 496 - U. S. History, 1900- 1945
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall - Odd
This course involves the study of one of the most dramatic periods of US history, beginning with the Spanish American War, running through World Wars I and II, and the atomic bomb. Domestically, it examines the deepening of racial segregation, the rise of great industrial monopolies, the greatest economic crisis in the nation’s history, and some of the political responses to these and other great events.
Crosslisted With: HIST 696
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HIST 497 - U. S. History, 1945 to the Present
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Even
This course examines the United States from the height of its power at the close of World War II, into the Cold War, through the Civil Rights Revolution, the turbulent 1960s, the Vietnam conflict, America’s de-industrialization, the rise of conservatism, and on to the age of Obama, in an effort to make sense of the present by studying this, the most recent past.
Crosslisted With: HIST 697
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HIST 498 - The Sixties
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Odd
A critical inquiry into a tumultuous period in recent US history. Exploring the rise of the Civil Rights and Black Power Movements, the New Frontier and the Great Society, U. S. foreign policy and Vietnam, the anti-war, women’s and counter-cultural movements and the conservative response to political, cultural and social change.
Crosslisted With: HIST 698
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HIST 499 - Senior Seminar: Historical Research and Writing
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
A theme-based writing seminar designed to promote scholarly expression and hone analytical and critical thinking skills. Students will learn the mechanics of historical writing and editing in a closely directed environment while acquiring skills essential to professional development. Themes will be selected by the instructor. This course is required for all History Majors and should be taken before the student’s final semester.
Prerequisite(s): HIST 299 .
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HNRS 101 - Great Works I - The Ancient World and Classical Antiquity
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
A course designed for University Scholars in the first semester of their first year. Introduction to historical, philosophical, and literary analysis as a means of developing high-level critical thinking and writing skills. Particular emphasis placed on historical processes, philosophical inquiry, and literary analysis. Representative and influential texts and authors from the ancient world.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the University Scholars Program.
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HNRS 102 - Great Works II - Late Antiquity to the Middle Ages
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
A course designed for University Scholars in the second semester of their first year to develop high-level critical thinking and writing skills. Particular emphasis placed on historical processes, philosophical inquiry, and literary analysis. Representative and influential texts and authors from late Antiquity to the Middle Ages.
Prerequisite(s): HNRS 101 with a grade of C or better.
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HNRS 110 - Public Speaking and the Rhetorical Tradition
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
A course designed for University Scholars in the first semester of their first year, HNRS 110 is the study of public speaking through the application of classical rhetorical theory in the preparation, delivery, and criticism of extemporaneous and manuscript speeches. All course content and staffing is left to the discretion of the Department of Communications.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the University Scholars Program.
Corequisite(s): (if not already satisfied) ENGL 111 or ENGL 111H .
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HNRS 120 - Development of Mathematical Enquiry
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
A mathematics course designed for University Scholars in the second semester of their first year, HNRS 120 focuses on the methods, practices, and historical development of Mathematics from Classical Antiquity to the Enlightenment. Emphasis on the development of problem solving techniques and the nature and purpose of mathematical enquiry’s application in cultural development. Texts taken from representative mathematical works from Euclid through Newton. A mathematics course taught by and content approved by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the University Scholars Program AND one unit of high school geometry, two units of high school algebra, and a satisfactory placement score.
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HNRS 200 - Honors Special Topics
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As needed
In-depth study of specialized topics selected from disciplines across the curriculum. Emphasis on critical thinking, writing, and discussion skills. Topics and instructors vary by section and semester. Qualified students enroll with permission of instructor and Director of Honors Programs. Course may be repeated once for credit.
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HNRS 201 - Great Works III - The Late Middle Ages to the Renaissance
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
A course designed for University Scholars in the first semester of their second year, HNRS 201 is designed to expand and build on the first-year HNRS Humanities sequence and to continue developing high-level critical thinking and writing skills. Particular emphasis placed on historical processes, philosophical inquiry, and literary analysis. Representative and influential texts from the late Medieval to the late Renaissance periods.
Prerequisite(s): HNRS 102 with a grade of C or better.
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HNRS 202 - Great Works IV - The Enlightenment to Modernity
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
A course designed for University Scholars in the second semester of their second year, HNRS 202 is devoted to the study and exploration of texts that have fundamentally shaped the central intellectual, social, and cultural movements from the Enlightenment to Modernity. Particular emphasis placed on exploring the relationship between the individual and society and the context of major developments in the social and behavioral sciences.
Prerequisite(s): HNRS 201 with a grade of C or better.
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HNRS 210 - Development of Scientific Enquiry
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
A course designed for University Scholars in the first semester of their second year, HNRS 210 focuses on the nature of scientific investigation and understanding, its historical development, and current scientific laws through a concentration on a select scientific discipline. Emphasis on understanding the relationship between refinements in scientific investigation and understanding,, and cultural development. Texts taken from representative scientific and historical works. Selected scientific discipline may vary by instructor. Course designed and taught by faculty from the College of Engineering and Natural Science and the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences.
Prerequisite(s): HNRS 120 with a grade of C or better.
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HNRS 218 - Honors Reading-Discussion Groups
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As needed
Small groups of students and one or more professors pursue enhanced, in-depth study of topics and materials within an academic discipline of with an inter-disciplinary focus. Sections of HNRS 218 are offered at the request of faculty and in response to student interest in a topic of study and with the approval of the Office of Honors Programs’ Director and the Honors Council. Sections are not paired with regularly offered 200 level courses. Pass/Fail
Graded on Pass/Fail basis.
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HNRS 228 - Project Management
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
Course designed to introduce University Scholars to advanced research methods in advance of the Senior Project. Students will discuss research methods and techniques in several disciplines, receive training in survey and IRB construction, as well as prepare for the Senior Project. Pass/Fail
Graded on Pass/Fail basis.
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HNRS 318 - Honors Specialized Studies
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
A course for qualified students who intend to conduct a three or four semester long research project. With personal guidance by a faculty mentor, students pursue research in their major or minor degree program. A natural outcome of the course should be the emergence of a senior project to be completed in HNRS 488. Taught by arrangement and with the approval of the faculty mentor and the Director of the Office of Honors Programs.
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HNRS 328 - Honors Specialized Studies
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
A course for qualified students in the second semester of a three or four semester long research project. With personal guidance by a faculty mentor, student pursue research in their major or minor degree program. A natural outcome of the course should be the continuing development of a senior project to be completed in HNRS 488. Taught by arrangement and with the approval of the faculty mentor and the Director of the Office of Honors Programs.
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HNRS 367 - Honors United States Travel-Study
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Course designed for qualified students to enhance understanding of and appreciation for the various cultural, historical, artistic, literary, scientific, etc. elements of selected areas or regions of the United States. Topics, instructors, and course requirements announced in advance. Students may repeat course for credit. Application to the Office of Honors Programs and approval by the Honors Council is required for HNRS 367 to count more than once toward fulfilling requirements of a program offered by the Office of Honors Programs.
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HNRS 368 - Honors International Travel-Study
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Course designed for qualified students to enhance understanding of and appreciation for the various cultures and societies of the world. Through travel to different countries and regions, students will gain an interdisciplinary understanding of international societies and peoples. Topics, instructors, and course requirements announced in advance. Students may repeat course for credit. Application to the Office of Honors Programs and approval by the Honors Council is required for HNRS 368 to count more than once toward fulfilling requirements of a program offered by the Office of Honors Programs.
Prerequisite(s): Requires approval of instructor and Director of Honors Programs.
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HNRS 418 - Honors Specialized Studies
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
A course for qualified students in their senior year pursuing a research project requiring two semesters to complete. With personal guidance by a faculty mentor, students pursue research in their major or minor degree program. A natural outcome of the course should be the development of a project to be completed in HNRS 488. Taught by arrangement and with the approval of the faculty mentor and the Director of the Office of Honors Programs.
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HNRS 488 - Honors Senior Project
Credit(s): 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As needed
Qualified students pursue the completion of significant work under faculty direction in their major or minor field of study. Students must submit the completed project for review by the faculty mentor and the Office of Honors Programs’ Director and Assistant Directors. Students complete requirements for the course with a presentation and defense of their work. The senior project must be approved in advance by the Honors Programs Director.
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HPMG 101 - Introduction to the Service Industry
Credit(s): 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Study of hotels, restaurants, tourism and the hospitality industry. Emphasizes development and history, ethical issues, and professional opportunities.
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HPMG 300 - International Culture, Diet, and Cuisine
Credit(s): 3
When Offered: As needed
This course will analyze how models of diet and nutrition assert themselves in the food selection and culinary styles of various cultures. Students will explore principles underlying traditional diets in discussions of health, wellness, and nutrition, as well as in the preparation of representative dishes. The study of cultural cuisine through the use of seasonal, local products will help students understand how diet plays a key role in quality of life. The course will include culinary classes, visits to local food sources, and study of food/culinary history of various regions of the world.
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HPMG 301 - Culinary Arts Techniques I
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
When Offered: As Needed
Introduction to culinary science and professional food preparation techniques. Students will develop fundamental culinary skills.
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HPMG 302 - Culinary Arts Techniques II
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
When Offered: As Needed
Study of specialty foods, garnishes, and dessert creation including design techniques, and display of fine foods.
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HLRN 211 - Introduction to Educational Technology Integration
Credit(s): 3
When Offered: As needed
Overview of methods for integrating technology into the K-12 curriculum. Emphasis is on the application of technology-based strategies to support K-12 student learning and classroom management. Dual credit only.
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HLRN 225 - Introduction to Educational Psychology
Credit(s): 3
When Offered: As needed
An overview of the application of psychology to the teaching/learning process. The creation of an effective learning environment is emphasized through the study of the teaching process, human development, learner differences, learning theory and motivation. Dual credit only.
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HLRN 311 - Technology Integration
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Overview of methods for integrating technology into the K-12 curriculum. Emphasis is on the application of technology-based strategies and web-based resources to support and promote diverse, learner-centered classroom environments.
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HLRN 325 - Educational Psychology
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
An overview of the application of psychology to the teaching/learning process. The creation of an effective learning environment is emphasized through the study of the teaching process, human development, learner differences, learning theory and motivation.
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HPER 302 - Fitness and Health Promotion Practicum
Credit(s): 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
An introduction to a variety of career opportunities, developing a professional resumé, professional philosophy, professional goals and objectives and a professional portfolio. Includes a 45 hour supervised study and experience with a cooperating agency. Application must be approved and liability insurance purchased before student may enroll.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be a Department of Health and Human Performance major.
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HPER 303 - Fitness and Health Promotion Practicum
Credit(s): 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
An introduction to a variety of career opportunities, developing a professional resumé, professional philosophy, professional goals and objectives and a professional portfolio. Includes a 45 hour supervised study and experience with a cooperating agency. Application must be approved and liability insurance purchased before student may enroll.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be a Department of Health and Human Performance major.
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HPER 315 - Historical and Philosophical Perspectives of Health, Physical Education and Sport
Credit(s): 3
When Offered: As Needed
A review of the heritage of health, physical education and sport and quest for understanding the philosophical perspectives that have evolved throughout history.
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HPER 327 - Principles of Fitness Training
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
An introduction to principles of fitness and fitness training with an emphasis in fitness programming, assessing and instructing activities that promote fitness, and developing strategies for healthy behavior change.
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HPER 340 - Tenets of Strength and Conditioning
Credit(s): 3
When Offered: As needed
Theory and application of physiological, biomechanical, psychological components of physical performance needed to analyze, develop and implement strength and conditioning programs.
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HPER 350 - Motor Development and Learning Across the Life Span
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
An examination of the motor development and motor learning principles as they relate to the teaching-learning process for human movement from birth to old age. Includes discussion regarding the maintenance of motor skills and activities of daily living throughout middle and older adulthood.
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HPER 360 - Firearm and Boating Safety
Credit(s): 3
When Offered: As Needed
Various techniques in firearm and boating safety instruction. The participant will receive student certification in the areas of hunting and boating safety through the Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency. Teaching instructor rating will also be available.
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HPER 415 - Professional Leadership
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Emphasizes the leadership skills and behaviors necessary to succeed in health and human performance related professions. Includes leadership concepts and practice exploration, personal and professional ethics, and professional preparation.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing or instructor approval.
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HPER 432 - Sport and Exercise Psychology
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
The emphasis of this course will be on the current issues and challenges facing active populations and their individual differences and behaviors. Intervention techniques and social-environment will be discussed as to their effects on sport behavior and performance.
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HPER 435 - Nutrition for Health, Fitness and Sport
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Examines the role of nutrition for the physically active individual as it relates to health-related fitness and athletic performance. Topics include the human energy system, macro and micronutrients, weight management, hydration and nutritional supplements.
Prerequisite(s): NUTR 100 ; EXSC 430 or any human anatomy and/or physiology with a lab, or instructor’s approval.
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HPER 440 - Evaluation in Human Performance
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Overview of the procedures and instrumentation required in the administration of psychomotor skills, measurement, evaluation an assessment. Emphasis is on proper selection and administration of tests, appropriate evaluation of test results using basic statistical procedures (e. g. , random sampling, correlation, t-tests, ANOVA).
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HPER 485 - Workshop in Human Performance [Title of Workshop]
Credit(s): 1-3
Lecture Hours: 1-3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Workshop on selected topics. No more than six hours of workshop credit may be applied to an undergraduate degree in Education.
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HPER 491 - Internship
Credit(s): 12
Lecture Hours: 12
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
One semester work experience (270 hours) with a cooperating agency. Application must be approved and liability insurance purchased before student may enroll.
Prerequisite(s): Must have all core coursework per discipline completed.
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HPER 492 - Field Experience
Credit(s): 6
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
One semester work experience (135 hours) with a cooperating agency. Application for work experience must be approved and liability insurance purchased before student may enroll.
Prerequisite(s): Must be Junior standing (> 60 hours) in EXSC/wellness concentration.
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INFS 205 - Introduction to Productivity Applications
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
This course provides an introduction to electronic office applications with emphasis on spreadsheet and database application skills. The course includes Pivot Tables, PowerPivot, what-if analysis, and/or queries, and queries with aggregated functions and calculated fields.
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INFS 235 - Advanced Productivity Applications
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
This course builds intermediate and advanced spreadsheet and database skills. Students will extend their knowledge and understanding of spreadsheet and database tools to support problem solving and data analysis.
Prerequisite(s): CSCI 201 or INFS 205 .
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INFS 255 - Digital Writing with Business Grammar
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
This course provides a comprehensive study of the subject of business English, including grammar, mechanics, and punctuation with an introduction to writing digital correspondence.
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INFS 290 - Topics in Information Systems [Topic title]
Credit(s): 1-3
Lectures and/or special projects related to specialized topics in information systems. Course may be repeated for a maximum of six (6) credit hours. Pass/Fail
May be offered on Pass/Fail basis.
Prerequisite(s): Departmental approval required.
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INFS 310 - Management Information Systems
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
A comprehensive overview of the use of management information systems and their applications to all functional areas of business including technical foundations and implementation of management and support information systems.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
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INFS 315 - Introduction to Web Design
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Introduction to web-design using HTML and CSS. Accessibility, browser differences, hosting solutions, and related technologies will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): CSCI 201 ,or CSCI 220 or CSCI 221 or INFS 205 .
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INFS 330 - Employability Skills and Business Presentation
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
This course assists with the development of employment documents, interpersonal skills, in addition to the study and creation of professional, persuasive presentations designed to promote a professional image in the world of business.
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INFS 336 - Microsoft Office Suite Applications
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
This course provides microcomputer knowledge and skill development using Microsoft Office Suite applications in workplace simulation format. Students taking this class will be prepared for MOS certification.
Prerequisite(s): INFS 205 or permission of instructor.
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INFS 351 - Business Communication
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Communication of business information through oral presentations and written letters and reports, including research papers/formal reports.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 112 and junior standing.
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INFS 361 - Network Administration
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Introduction to concepts, terminology and application of network administration. Topics include network architectures, security, services and administration. INFS 361 helps students prepare for the CompTIA Network+ certification exam.
Prerequisite(s): INFS 310 .
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INFS 371 - Object-Oriented Systems Analysis and Design
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Study of the systems development life cycle system, various types of systems including business and government. Methods of designing systems, data management, input and output design, hardware selection and methods of information processing.
Prerequisite(s): CSCI 220 , CSCI 221 or CSCI 250 .
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INFS 410 - Database Management Systems
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Fundamentals of relational databases, including design, development, maintenance, and operation.
Prerequisite(s): CSCI 220 , CSCI 221 or CSCI 250 .
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INFS 415 - Advanced Web Design
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
This second class builds on the knowledge and skills gained in INFS 315 .
Prerequisite(s): INFS 315
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INFS 420 - Information Systems Security
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Course content includes the Information Systems security, threats and vulnerabilities, techniques to defend against various threats and vulnerabilities, and disaster recovery. INFS 420 helps students prepare for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam.
Corequisite(s): INFS 310 or consent of instructor.
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INFS 430 - Introduction to Cloud Computing
Credit(s): 3
When Offered: As needed
This course introduces core cloud computing concepts including virtual hardware, cloud infrastructure, cloud connectivity, cloud security, identity and access management, cloud storage, and managing cloud resources. The course will be platform-agnostic; however, the leading cloud providers will be discussed. The course is designed to help prepare students for the CompTIA Cloud+ certification exam.
Prerequisite(s): INFS 361 or consent of instructor.
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INFS 460 - Issues in Business Communication
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
This course will apply written, oral, and nonverbal communication skills for business purposes. Students will discuss current issues in business communication including legal topics, ethics in communication, social media use, conflict management documentation, and emerging technologies and their effect on communication.
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INFS 465 - Professional Presence and International Protocol
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
This course provides a study of professional presence as related to business attire, appearance, behavior, and protocol and its impact on interpersonal and professional relationships in both national and international arenas.
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INFS 480 - Internship in Management Information Systems
Credit(s): 1-9
Lecture Hours: 1-9
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Supervised work experience in business establishments, institutions, or other organizations matched to the student’s curriculum. May be repeated for up to a total of nine hours internship credit. A maximum of six hours may be used to fulfill degree requirements.
Prerequisite(s): Departmental approval is required; at least Junior standing.
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INFS 485 - Advanced Business Communication
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
This course will assist students in further developing writing skills through the application and study of problem-solving strategies, research, and analytical skills. Topics in this class are chosen based on student and faculty interest.
Prerequisite(s): INFS 255 or equivalent, INFS 351 or permission of instructor.
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INFS 490 - Advanced Topics in Information Systems [Topic title]
Credit(s): 1-3
Lecture Hours: 1-3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Lectures and/or special projects related to specialized advanced topics in information systems. Course may be repeated for a maximum of six (6) hours credit. Pass/Fail
May be offered on a Pass/Fail basis.
Prerequisite(s): Departmental approval is required.
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INFS 491 - Current Issues in Management Information Systems
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
Seminar in current issues in management information systems. Students are required to research topics, write reports and give technology-assisted oral presentations.
Prerequisite(s): INFS 371 or INFS 310 .
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IDST 110 - Introduction to Leadership
Credit(s): 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Academic and experiential knowledge of leadership theory and practice to guide the student in developing his or her leadership skills, understanding and analyzing leadership issues and appreciating the responsibilities for serving as a leader of a group or organization. Requirements include oral and written work as well as demonstration of skill development. Pass/Fail
Graded on Pass/Fail basis.
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IDST 120 - Introduction to Leadership
Credit(s): 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Academic and experiential knowledge of leadership theory and practice to guide the student in developing his or her leadership skills, understanding and analyzing leadership issues and appreciating the responsibilities for serving as a leader of a group or organization. Requirements include oral and written work as well as demonstration of skill development. Pass/Fail
Graded on Pass/Fail basis.
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IDST 150 - Introduction to the Canadian People and Their Culture
Credit(s): 1-3
Lecture Hours: 1-3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
An overview of Canada today, with emphasis on the life-styles, customs and values of the Canadian people and their attitudes towards the United States. This course is designed as an introduction to Canadian Studies and students are encouraged to take it in conjunction with other approved courses in the Canadian Studies program. Students who complete additional assignments in French (readings and written critiques) will receive two or three credits for this course.
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IDST 250 - Foundations in Canadian Studies
Credit(s): 3
When Offered: As Needed
An in-depth study of Canada as it has developed on the North-American continent from pre-colonial times to the present. Equal emphasis will be placed on Canadian geography, history, politics, literature and culture. Special attention will be given to the role played by Quebec in the formation of Canada and in Canadian society today.
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IDST 450 - Energy Studies
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
A multidisciplinary course presenting the realities of diminishing fossil fuels, environmental consideration associated with energy resources and emerging sources of energy. Lectures and field excursions. For additional information about these courses and the frequency with which they are offered, contact Department of Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources.
Crosslisted With: IDST 650
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IDST 490 - Senior Seminar
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
The capstone course associated with the Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies major. A theme-based writing seminar designed to promote scholarly expression; to synthesize connections among experiences outside of the formal classroom; to make connections across disciplines; to solve difficult problems; to clearly express interdependence of language, thought, and expression; to develop a sense of self as a learner building on prior experiences; and to draw conclusions by combining more than one field of study or perspective. this course is required for all Interdisciplinary Studies majors and should be taken in their last semester of study and completed with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): Interdisciplinary Studies major.
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INST 200 - Introduction to International Studies
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
An interdisciplinary course to introduce students to the important large scale issues and conditions which are active in the contemporary world. Included are global perspectives dealing with cultural, ecological, economic, geographical, political and social issues.
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INST 410 - International Studies Internship
Credit(s): 1-3
Lecture Hours: 1-3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Designed to offer experience related to one or more of the three International Studies concentrations (International Business and Development, International Diplomacy and Strategy, and International Diversity and Multiculturalism) under the direction of faculty members and field supervisors. Amount of credit granted depends upon the nature of the projects undertaken. Course may be repeated for up to a maximum of three hours under course number, and only three hours of INST 410 may count towards the International Studies major.
Prerequisite(s): Instructor’s approval.
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