2023-24 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Jun 26, 2024  
2023-24 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Course descriptions are listed alphabetically by discipline name. The discipline abbreviation appears in parentheses immediately after the discipline name. The Schedule of Courses issued each semester by the Office of Academic Records lists courses alphabetically by discipline abbreviation, not discipline name. See the following table for a list of all disciplines listed alphabetically by discipline abbreviation.

Courses are offered in rotation. The frequency of course offerings is designated by (F) for fall semester, (Sp) for spring semester, (Su) for summer semester, or (as needed). If a course is offered only in odd or even numbered years, the designation will include -odd or -even. Frequency designations are located in Courses Offered by the Department at the end of each departmental section.

Courses taken for Graduate Credit (numbered 500 or above) have additional requirements for completion with graduate credit. Graduate students will be expected to perform at a more rigorous level. Additional content will be required. Graduate students will be expected to complete additional projects.

Modern Foreign Language courses designated as Elementary or Intermediate must be taken and passed in sequence. Placement tests are given in the Department Office, upon request, to students with prior experience with French, German, or Spanish in order to place them at an appropriate level.

 

Geology

  
  • GEOL 401 - Research Participation


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed. Taught only by arrangement prior to registration.

    Application of the scientific method and techniques of research to investigation of problems in the field of geology. Restricted to students with demonstrated ability to conduct a supervised research problem. Preparation of project outline and presentation of written and oral reports are required. May be used for Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources Fellows Research Program.

  
  • GEOL 402 - Research Participation


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed. Taught only by arrangement prior to registration.

    Application of the scientific method and techniques of research to investigation of problems in the field of geology. Restricted to students with demonstrated ability to conduct a supervised research problem. Preparation of project outline and presentation of written and oral reports are required. May be used for Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources Fellows Research Program.

  
  • GEOL 415 - Marine Geology


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Summer

    A study of the geology of ocean basins with special emphasis on the continental shelf, sediments and sedimentary processes of the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean regions. Expectations for graduate credit include higher performance expectations, additional field work experience, and additional material coverage beyond the undergraduate expectation. This course is generally offered during summer term using facilities at a Gulf coastal research laboratory. Field trips will be taken to study beach processes and sediments in Mobile Bay, Mississippi Sound and offshore Gulf of Mexico.

    Prerequisite(s): Eight credit hours of Biological or Physical Systems laboratory science coursework; for graduate credit, a student must already possess an undergraduate degree in geology or an allied marine science discipline.
    Crosslisted With: GEOL 615
  
  • GEOL 445 - Geohydrology


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    When Offered: Fall - Odd

    A study of the water cycle, especially those parts dealing with streams, ground water and water quality.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 140  and GEOS 120  or GEOS 140  or equivalent honors courses.
    Crosslisted With: GEOL 645
  
  • GEOL 465 - Geology Internship


    Credit(s): 3-4
    Lecture Hours: 3-4
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Opportunities for students to gain work experience in industry, government, or the private sector. The academic component, supervised by a UTM instructor, includes readings, discussion with the instructor, and evaluation of job performance by both the UTM instructor and job site supervisor. The internship may or may not include monetary compensation. No more than six credit hours may be counted within the concentration. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of supervising instructor.
  
  • GEOL 475 - Travel Studies in Geology: (Title)


    Credit(s): 1-4
    Lecture Hours: 1-4
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Students study the geology and geologic history of a given locale through extended travel to the designated region of study. Travel sites vary each year and may be either domestic or foreign. Pre-and post-course meetings with lectures, discussion groups and independent topic research are used in conjunction with field study activities. Students are responsible for their own travel expenses, fees, personal health and life insurance and any other expenses when the semester topic requires it.  This course may be repeated for credit with different topics. No more than six hours credit may be counted toward requirements for major or minor. This course may be repeated for credit with different topics. No more than four hours credit may be counted toward requirements for major or minor.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor’s approval.
    Crosslisted With: GEOL 275
  
  • GEOL 485 - Special Topics in Geology: (Title)


    Credit(s): 1-4
    Lecture Hours: 1-4
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Intensive lectures and/or lab work on special topics in geology. This course may be repeated for credit with different topics. No more than six hours credit may be counted toward requirements for major or minor.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor’s approval.
    Crosslisted With: GEOL 285
  
  • GEOL 495 - Senior Research Project


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Lecture Hours: 1-3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Seniors, by invitation of the geology faculty, propose and pursue research under the supervision of a faculty member. Students will submit a paper for review by a faculty committee of two or more members of the geology faculty and perhaps faculty members from other disciplines involved in the research.

  
  • GEOL 499 - Senior Seminar


    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Senior capstone course which covers topical and current developments in the geosciences. This seminar also provides an opportunity for students to finalize their professional portfolios and plan their career paths. Prerequisite(s): Geology major and senior standing.


Geoscience

  
  • GEOS 110 - Geoscience in Everyday Life


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    When Offered: Fall

    A survey of the geosciences as they apply to societal issues. Topics include earthquakes, volcanoes, natural resources, water availability issues, severe weather, flooding, mass wasting, pollution, pandemics, and other natural phenomena. Scientific data and tools by which the Earth is studied will also be introduced.

  
  • GEOS 110H - Honors Geoscience in Everyday Life


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    When Offered: Fall

    See GEOS 110  for course description and general limitations. This course is open to students who are participants in the Honors Program. Other students who have demonstrated superior academic ability may be eligible to register for this course as well and must receive consent of the instructor prior to enrollment. (May not be taken in addition to GEOS 110 .)

    Crosslisted With: GEOS 110  but for Honors credit
  
  • GEOS 120 - Earth Materials and Processes


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    An examination of the composition and structure of the Earth, its internal and surface processes, and applications to the environment and society. Topics include geologic time, minerals and atomic structure, the rock cycle, plate tectonics, Earth’s internal structure, deformation processes, and geomorphology.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 110 , or two semesters of university-level lab science coursework.
  
  • GEOS 120H - Honors Earth Materials and Processes


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    When Offered: Spring

    See GEOS 120  for course description and general limitations. This course is open to students who are participants in the Honors Program. Other students who have demonstrated superior academic ability may be eligible to register for this course as well and must receive consent of the instructor prior to enrollment. (May not be taken in addition to GEOS 120 . )

    Crosslisted With: GEOS 120  but for Honors credit
  
  • GEOS 130 - Global Change and Earth History


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    When Offered: Spring

    The evolving Earth is investigated

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 110 , or two semesters of university-level lab science coursework.
  
  • GEOS 130H - Honors Global Change and Earth History


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    When Offered: Spring

    See GEOS 130  for course description and general limitations. This course is open to students who are participants in the Honors Program. Other students who have demonstrated superior academic ability may be eligible to register for this course as well and must receive consent of the instructor prior to enrollment. (May not be taken in addition to GEOS 130 . )

    Crosslisted With: GEOS 130  but for Honors credit
  
  • GEOS 140 - Weather and Climate


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    An introduction to the elements and processes that occur in the Earth’s atmosphere and their impacts on society. Topics include atmospheric structure and composition, moisture, energy, precipitation, wind, processes producing weather phenomena, and principles of climatology.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 110 .
  
  • GEOS 140H - Weather and Climate


    Credit(s): 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    When Offered: Spring

    See GEOS 140  for course description and general limitations. This course is open to students who are participants in the Honors Program. Other students who have demonstrated superior academic ability may be eligible to register for this course as well and must receive consent of the instructor prior to enrollment. (May not be taken in addition to GEOS 140 . )

    Crosslisted With: GEOS 140  but for Honors credit

German

  
  • GERM 111 - Elementary German


    (TBR: GERM 1010)
    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    An introductory course emphasizing listening, speaking, reading and writing. May be used to remove a language deficiency or for students with no prior experience in the language.

  
  • GERM 122 - Elementary German


    (TBR: GERM 1020)
    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    An introductory course emphasizing listening, speaking, reading and writing.

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 111  or equivalent as determined by the department.
  
  • GERM 222 - Intermediate German


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Grammar review, reading, writing and conversation.

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 122  or equivalent as determined by the department.
  
  • GERM 250 - Germany Today: The German People and Their Culture


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: As Needed

    An interdisciplinary study of contemporary Germany, with an overview of Austria and Switzerland. Emphasis on the life-styles, customs, mentality and culture of the German people. Discussion of current trends in German society, politics, economy and the arts. Consideration of the cultural, social and political differences between Germany, Austria and Switzerland and of the leadership role that falls to Germany as the leading country in the European Union. Taught in English.

  
  • GERM 300 - Intensive Conversation in a Foreign Country


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    In-residence training in the foreign language of the area visited. The course elected must be approved in advance by the Chair of the Department of English and Modern Foreign Languages. Research project required for graduate credit.

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 222  or equivalent.
    Crosslisted With: GERM 500
  
  • GERM 321 - Introduction to German Culture


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: Spring - Even

    An overview of German civilization and culture of the past 1200 years in order to enhance the understanding of Germany today and its role in present-day Europe.

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 341  or GERM 342  or instructor’s approval.
  
  • GERM 330 - Twentieth-Century German Drama


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Introduction to German Drama, with emphasis on the Expressionists, Brecht, new trends after World War II, the Swiss and the radio play. Taught in English. No foreign language credit. Offered in alternate years.

    Prerequisite(s): Six semester hours of Western world literature or instructor’s approval.
  
  • GERM 341 - Advanced Conversation


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall - Even

    Emphasizes conversational skills. Oral practice to extend range of topics, vocabulary, fluency and conversational strategies. Study of the phonetic system of the German language and exercises to improve pronunciation. Grammar appropriate for oral German. Discussions utilizing readings and electronic media such as videos and the internet. Class presentation of research project required for graduate credit. Heritage speakers and those with near-native abilities in German are not eligible to take this course. If they intend to major in German or earn a Recognition of Proficiency, they should see the department chair for a waiver.

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 222  or instructor’s approval.
    Crosslisted With: GERM 541
  
  • GERM 342 - Advanced Composition


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall - Odd

    Emphasizes composition skills. Written practice to extend range of topics, vocabulary, fluency and compositional strategies. Grammar and stylistics appropriate for written German. Practice writing expository and creative prose, translations as well as use of internet discussion lists. Class presentation of research project required for graduate credit.

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 222  or instructor’s approval.
    Crosslisted With: GERM 542
  
  • GERM 350 - Masterpieces of German and Austrian Literature (in English Translation)


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    In-depth discussion of selected literary masterpieces from Germany and Austria. Emphasis on characters, themes and social trends which reflect the culture and traditions of both countries. No knowledge of German required; taught in English. Does not count towards major, minor or Recognition of Proficiency in German.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 111 -ENGL 112 .
  
  • GERM 360 - Studies Abroad


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    In-residence study of the literature, language, or civilization of the area visited. Relevant field trips. Must be approved in advance by the Chair of the Department of Modern Foreign Languages. Research paper required for graduate credit.

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 341  or GERM 342 .
    Crosslisted With: GERM 560
  
  • GERM 370 - Travel Study


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Lecture Hours: 1-3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Not regularly offered. (as needed)

    A combination of travel and study experiences in the U. S. or abroad designed to enrich students’ knowledge of the target foreign language and culture. May be taught as an organized study tour under faculty supervision or as an independent travel and study project with prior department approval. Topics, prerequisites and course requirements announced in advance. Research paper required for graduate credit. Students may repeat course with change of topic for maximum of six hours credit. Chair of the Department of Modern Foreign Languages approval must be obtained for travel-study courses to count towards minor, major, or Recognition of Proficiency.

    Crosslisted With: GERM 570
  
  • GERM 381 - Survey of German Literature


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    381: Beginning to Enlightenment. 382: 18th-20th Centuries.

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 341  or GERM 342  or instructor’s approval.
    Crosslisted With: GERM 581
  
  • GERM 382 - Survey of German Literature


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: As Needed

    18th-20th Centuries.

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 341  or GERM 342  or instructor’s approval.
    Crosslisted With: (Same as GERM 582)
  
  • GERM 401 - Foreign Language Internship


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Utilization of the target foreign language in a monitored work environment. Appropriate placements may be found locally, nationally, or abroad. Students may or may not be paid. Evaluation by both supervising instructor and on-the-job supervisor. Chair of the Department of English and Modern Foreign Languages approval must be obtained for internships to count towards minor, major, or Recognition of Proficiency.

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 341  or GERM 342 .
  
  • GERM 451 - The Language of Business and the Professions


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: Fall - Odd

    Study of the basic terminology and documents of business and various professions as practiced within the Germanic world. In addition to business, professions such as communications, travel and tourism, agriculture and criminology will be covered. Composition of business letters and resumés, translation and presentation of oral reports. Research paper required for graduate credit.

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 341  or GERM 342  or instructor’s approval.
    Crosslisted With: (Same as GERM 651)
  
  • GERM 491 - German Cinema


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    A survey of 20th century German film from inception to contemporary manifestation. Discussion of the major German directors and their impact on the medium of film. Special emphasis placed on the silent films of the prewar years, the Weimar period and the New German Cinema. Film’s reflection of social, political and cultural issues in Germany highlighted throughout. Research paper required for graduate credit.

    Prerequisite(s): GERM 341  or GERM 342  or instructor’s approval.
    Crosslisted With: GERM 691
  
  • GERM 495 - Topics in German Language, Literature, or Civilization


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Lecture Hours: 1-3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Not regularly offered. (as needed)

    Study of selected aspects of German language, literature, or civilization. Taught in German. Topics and prerequisites announced in course schedule. Research paper required for graduate credit. Students may repeat course with change of topic. Only six hours of topics courses may count towards a minor, major, or Recognition of Proficiency.

    Crosslisted With: GERM 695
  
  • GERM 496 - Topics in German Language, Literature, or Civilization


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Lecture Hours: 1-3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Not regularly offered. (as needed)

    Study of selected aspects of German language, literature, or civilization. Taught in German. Topics and prerequisites announced in course schedule. Research paper required for graduate credit. Students may repeat course with change of topic. Only six hours of topics courses may count towards a minor, major, or Recognition of Proficiency.

    Crosslisted With: GERM 696
  
  • GERM 498 - Independent Study


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Lecture Hours: 1-3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Directed reading or research under supervision of a staff member. Available only to Juniors and Seniors having completed at least six hours of upper-division coursework in German. Project must be approved by faculty in the discipline concerned and the department chair. Research paper required for graduate credit. Students may take no more than six hours of independent study.

    Crosslisted With: GERM 698
  
  • GERM 499 - Independent Study


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Lecture Hours: 1-3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Directed reading or research under supervision of a staff member. Available only to Juniors and Seniors having completed at least six hours of upper-division coursework in German. Project must be approved by faculty in the discipline concerned and the department chair. Research paper required for graduate credit. Students may take no more than six hours of independent study.

    Crosslisted With: GERM 699

Gerontology

  
  • GERO 200 - Introduction to Gerontology


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Introduction to the multidisciplinary study of aging and older adulthood. Survey of contemporary theories of aging, normal aging processes, challenges associated with aging, and needs of older adults in the U. S. Topics include caring for older adults, cultural influences, and older adults’ roles in families and societies.

  
  • GERO 311 - Developmentally Appropriate Activities for Older Adults


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Planning, implementing, and evaluating activities for older adults. Emphasis on physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and creative activities.

  
  • GERO 312 - Caregiving in Late Life


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    This course examines the experience of caring for older adults in non-institutional settings. Topics include planning and implementing care at home; special care needs of older adults; resources for caregivers and care recipients; and well-being of the caregiver.

  
  • GERO 314 - Death, Dying, and Bereavement


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    Analysis of individual, family and societal values, beliefs, and practices as they relate to death, dying, and bereavement in the United States. Overview of cultural variations including a global perspective.


Graphic Design

  
  • GDES 210 - Graphic Design


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    Computer-based design, tools and practices through actual use in the design lab. Introduction to vector and raster graphics. A brief history of graphic design placing issues of the new media in context with the aesthetics of visual art.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 120  and ART 140 , or permission of instructor.
  
  • GDES 220 - Graphic Design II


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    Course will continue to explore fundamental graphic design concepts and strategies. Introductions to web, interactive, and video, discussion of contemporary trends in digital media and technical standards in the field.

    Prerequisite(s): GDES 210  or permission of instructor.
  
  • GDES 302 - 3D Modeling and Computer Graphics 1


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: As Needed

    3D Modeling and Computer Graphics 1 is an intermediate level studio course exploring the development of 3D models for virtual environments, motion graphics, and display systems. Students will be introduced to computer modeling software to work in the 3-dimensional design space and emerge with the ability to create 3D assets and become familiar with the foundations of polygonal and NURBS modeling. 

    Prerequisite(s): ART 120  
  
  • GDES 340 - 3D Modeling and Computer Graphics 2


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: As Needed

    In this course students will continue learning computer modeling software and techniques including texture mapping, lighting, and rendering for video games and other digital media. Students will also examine the history and structure of games, the game production process, and game development careers. Topics covered in this course include graphics, game play interfaces, storytelling, contextual design, level design, game mechanics, and software engineering. and level design. 

    Prerequisite(s): GDES 302  
  
  • GDES 345 - Digital Photography


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    Advanced studio work specifically utilizing the digital camera and a variety of software applications to create digital imagery for multiple uses and platforms. Concentration on development of a personal aesthetic.

    Prerequisite(s): GDES 210 .
  
  • GDES 350 - Typography and Page Layout


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    An advanced studio course specifically investigating the use and function of type in historical and contemporary print production. The development of advanced page layout skills for commercial and informational design will also be integrated into this study of typography.

    Prerequisite(s): GDES 220 .
  
  • GDES 360 - Digital Illustration


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring - Odd

    Advanced studio course in the study and practice of digital illustration. Emphasis will be placed on the creative use of digital technologies and microcomputer applications in the creation of illustrative imagery.

    Prerequisite(s): GDES 210 .
  
  • GDES 391 - Special Topics in Graphic Design


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Selected software applications, media, and/or genres for intensive study. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite(s): GDES 210  or GDES 220  or permission of instructor.
  
  • GDES 425 - Interactive Multimedia


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    An introduction to sequential interactive information delivery systems. Exploration, composition and delivery of complex multimedia content in user-driven formats such as the World Wide Web or other interactive media authoring solutions. Incorporation of digital and traditional media including sound, imagery and digital video into finished presentations which reflect visual literacy and sensitivity to digital aesthetics.

    Prerequisite(s): GDES 220  or permission of instructor.
  
  • GDES 435 - Advertising Design


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    An advanced studio course in print- and media-based advertising design. Advertising strategy and production using industry standard computer software applications. Strong emphasis placed upon conceptual development, current graphic design aesthetics and the social context of the designer in advertising.

    Prerequisite(s): GDES 210  or permission of instructor.
  
  • GDES 440 - Professional Practices in Design


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    Upper-division seminar for the examination and discussion of topics and issues related to the professional work environment in the design field and preparation of graphic design students for material and professional expectations in their discipline. A variety of topics such as portfolio presentation, career strategies and professional development through graduate studies will be covered through lectures, guest speakers and professional site visitations.

    Prerequisite(s): GDES 350  or permission of instructor.
  
  • GDES 450 - Internship in Graphic Design


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Application of graphic design skills and practices in a supervised assignment with an appropriate commercial or professional organization.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and permission of instructor.
  
  • GDES 452 - Video Game Design Seminar


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: As Needed

    This is a collaborative, project-oriented course on game design and development. Students from a variety of disciplines will work together in small teams on game projects. Students will design, create, and test games with interactivity, animation, sound, and other constraints. They will develop a range of entertainment ideas on various digital platforms and engines, playtest game ideas, and produce finished works. Prereq: CSCI 220 or 221, GDES 302 & 340

    Prerequisite(s): CSCI 220  or CSCI 221 GDES 302  and GDES 340  

Greek

  
  • GREK 110 - Elementary Greek


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: As Needed

    An introduction to the Greek language; translation, writing, readings in selected classical and koine sources, philosophical and religious. Some attention to the Greek background of medical/scientific and legal terminology. Does not meet foreign language degree requirement for B. A. , B. S. , B. S. C. J. , or B. S. S. W. degrees. Pass/Fail
    May be taken on Pass-Fail basis.

  
  • GREK 120 - Elementary Greek


    Credit(s): 3
    When Offered: As Needed

    An introduction to the Greek language; translation, writing, readings in selected classical and koine sources, philosophical and religious. Some attention to the Greek background of medical/scientific and legal terminology. Does not meet foreign language degree requirement for B. A. , B. S. , B. S. C. J. , or B. S. S. W. degrees. Pass/Fail
    May be taken on Pass-Fail basis.


Health

  
  • HLTH 111 - Principles and Concepts in Personal Health


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Development of the understandings, attitudes and practices which contribute to better individual health.

  
  • HLTH 111H - Honors Principles and Concepts in Personal Health


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    See HLTH 111  for course description and general limitations. Limited class size, extensive discussion, and writing assignments are featured. Open to students who have demonstrated superior academic ability.

    Prerequisite(s): Departmental approval.
  
  • HLTH 220 - Advanced First Aid, CPR and AED


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Procedures for emergency care and accident prevention. American Red Cross certification in Advanced First Aid, CPR and AED are available.

  
  • HLTH 221 - CPR and AED Recertification


    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    This course is ideal for participants prior to internship/student teaching who seek to recertify their current American Red Cross certification CPR and AED. Must have current American Red Cross certification at the time of enrollment.

    Prerequisite(s): HLTH 220 .
  
  • HLTH 303 - Pharmacology and Sports


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Pharmacology and sports examines classifications, therapeutic uses, actions and side effect/adverse reactions of major drugs related to sports activities. That knowledge base includes, but is not limited to, pharmacokinetics, legal concerns, therapeutic outcome of drugs commonly used to treat athletes, protocols for over-the-counter medications and substance abuse.

  
  • HLTH 328 - Public Health Practices


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    The goal of this course is to introduce students to the field of public health including the scope, impact, challenges and employment opportunities. This course provides an overview of the U. S. public health system and focuses on its history, organization, approach, and functions. The course places special emphasis on current health issues from our daily lives to highlight the relevance of public health. The course also examines the major factors that determine the health of a population and overall life expectancy.

    Prerequisite(s): HLTH 111 .
  
  • HLTH 427 - Principles of Health Education and Promotion


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Required of all Health and Human Performance majors concentrating in Public Health and available as an elective to students interested in developing a basic knowledge in health education interventions. The course is designed to provide students with the conceptual foundation necessary to assess for, plan and implement health promotion programs and interventions.

    Prerequisite(s): HLTH 111 
  
  • HLTH 441 - Planning, Implementing and Evaluating Community Health Initiatives


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    In this course, students learn to develop evidence-based community health initiatives. Over the course of the semester, students work on developing their own culturally competent community health initiatives, each of which is targeted at a particular population with a specific health need. Students learn to assess community needs and assets using a variety of methods and through use of logic models, design theoretically informed intervention activities appropriate to the needs/assets identified, create a budget and organizational structure, and engage key stakeholders at every facet of development and implementation of the community health initiative.

    Prerequisite(s): HLTH 427 .
  
  • HLTH 442 - Seminar in Policy Development & Advocacy


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Students will explore policy in the areas that impact the public’s health and learn their future role in the policy formation and advocacy process.

    Prerequisite(s): HLTH 328  or with instructors’ approval.
  
  • HLTH 475 - Health Methods


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Field-based experience for health at the secondary level emphasizing pre-assessment, unit/lesson planning, teaching strategies, implementation and evaluation.

  
  • HLTH 491 - Public Health Internship


    Credit(s): 12
    Lecture Hours: 12
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    A semester long experience working within a public health agency planning, implementing and/or evaluating a health promotion program or programs. Minimum of 270 hours of structured, supervised work experience. Application must be approved and liability insurance purchased before student may enroll. Student may not receive for HPER 491 and 492.

    Prerequisite(s): Must have all coursework complete prior to enrolling in the internship.

Health and Human Performance

  
  • HHP 325 - Stress Management


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    This course is designed to help people know how to cope with stress in their lives. Being able to manage stress in a positive manner enhances the potential for maximum performance both professionally and personally. This course teaches the student how to recognize negative and positive stressors and how to cope accordingly.

  
  • HHP 330 - Introduction to Epidemiology


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Introduction to the basic principles and methods of epidemiology. Topics to be covered include the historical perspective of epidemiology, measures of disease occurrence and association, clinical epidemiology, disease screening, causal inference and study design.

  
  • HHP 351 - Substance Abuse Prevention


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    This course examines the scope of substance abuse in the United States and explores the various strategies of prevention. Addictive behaviors, dependence and short and long term consequences of drug use and abuse including prescription drugs, illicit street drugs and ergogenic substances will be covered. Students may not receive credit for this class and PSYC 360 .

  
  • HHP 353 - Human Sexuality


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    This course addresses the relationship between health and human sexuality, focusing on the prevention of disease, disorder and dysfunction. Content examines the broad range of attitudes, behaviors, knowledge, practices and myths pertaining to sexuality.

  
  • HHP 360 - Healthy Aging


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    This course addresses the physical, psychological, cultural, and social issues associated with being an older person in our society. Students enrolled in this course will learn factors and influences associated with aging and what can be done to perhaps slow the aging process.

  
  • HHP 406 - Psychosocial Aspects of Physical Activity


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    This course examines the psychosocial benefits of physical activity, specifically focusing on the application of the promotion and maintenance of leisure-time physical activity. Theories of motivation and physical activity intervention techniques will be discussed as well as the importance of exercise for mental health.

  
  • HHP 485 - Workshop in Health: [Title of Workshop]


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Lecture Hours: 1-3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Workshop on selected topics. No more than six hours workshop credit may be applied to an undergraduate or graduate degree.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor’s approval.

Health and Physical Education

  
  • HPED 20- - Topics in Sports Officiating [Name of Sport]


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Training of students in the psychology of officiating, the mechanics and court positioning to officiate interscholastic, recreational and intramural sports as selected using the third digit: 1 for basketball, 2 for baseball/softball, 3 for football, 4 for soccer, 5 for volleyball.  May enroll in one or more selected sports.

  
  • HPED 260 - An Introduction to Sport Coaching


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    When Offered: Summer

    This course develops sport coaching knowledge for the beginning and experienced coach. The student will learn best coaching practices for long-term athlete development through an investigation and application of evidence-based research and coaching resources

  
  • HPED 280 - PRAXIS Seminar


    Credit(s): 1
    When Offered: As needed

    This seminar will prepare HHP K-12 candidates for the ETS Physical Education Content and Design PRAXIS exam and the Health Education PRAXIS exam. This seminar will provide a PRAXIS overview, review course content knowledge and skills, and develop candidate test taking strategies.  May be repeated for credit.

  
  • HPED 300 - Anatomy and Exercise Physiology


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    This course introduces the structure and function of the cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, and muscular systems. Also included is the examination of initial and long term responses of physical activity and exercise within these systems.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110  or equivalent; Health and Human Performance Licensure K-12 majors and coaching minor students only or instructor’s approval.
  
  • HPED 301 - Anatomy and Exercise Physiology Lab


    Credit(s): 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    Application of exercise physiology and analysis of human movement knowledge, skills, and abilities as it relates to health and fitness of all ages in the general population. Emphasis is placed on developing proficiency in exercise prescription and human movement.

    Corequisite(s): HPED 300  for K-12 licensure majors.
  
  • HPED 304 - Adapted Physical Education


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Overview of characteristics, programs, special needs, legal requirements, and instructional strategies related to children with exceptionalities. Emphasis is given to modification of physical education activities and programs for special populations. Includes field experiences.

    Crosslisted With: HPED 504
  
  • HPED 308 - Classroom and Behavior Management for Health and Physical Education


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    Field-based experience for health and physical education focusing on theories and application of research in classroom and behavior management. Introduction to the language and skills of pedagogy while modeling professional behavior when applying all these skills in actual school settings. Grades K-5. Background check required during the semester of enrollment.

  
  • HPED 309 - Methods of Teaching Elementary Health and Physical Education


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    Field-based experience for health and physical education emphasizing the development and practice of effective teaching skills as related to teaching and learning styles, strategies for teaching and models of instruction. Addresses attitudes, knowledge and skills as defined by the Educator Preparation Program (EPP).

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Educator Preparation Program (EPP), HPED 308 , HPED 320  and HLTH 111 .
  
  • HPED 310 - Methods of Teaching Physical Education and Physical Activity for the Classroom Teacher


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    The pre-service teacher will be introduced to developmentally appropriate classroom-based physical activities that integrate physical activity with academic concepts. Emphasis on research linking school-based physical activity with academic performance will be examined. Lesson planning, peer teaching, and teaching indoor and outdoor physical activity at selected teaching sites will provide the pre-service teacher with a valuable field-based teaching experience.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Educator Preparation Program (EPP).
  
  • HPED 320 - Foundation and Sport Skills


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Addresses historical foundations of health and physical education in addition to NASPE guidelines and curriculum issues related to developmentally appropriate locomotor, rhythmic and sport skills. Requires demonstration of performance proficiency in selected team sports.

  
  • HPED 321 - Individual Lifetime Activity


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    Addresses historical foundations of health and physical education in addition to NASPE guidelines and curriculum issues related to developmentally appropriate locomotor, rhythmic and sport skills. Requires demonstration of performance proficiency in selected individual sports.

  
  • HPED 390 - Practicum


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Supervised field-based experience in coaching and/or athletic related area. Application must be filed one semester prior to enrolling in practicum.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor’s approval.
  
  • HPED 410 - Teaching Models in Physical Education


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    Introduces instructional models specifically developed for teaching secondary physical education. Emphasis on planning and applying developmentally appropriate physical education models. Sport Education and Teaching Games for Understanding models will be emphasized along with the concepts and tactics of teaching games.

  
  • HPED 411 - Secondary Instruction Strategies and Curriculum Development


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall

    Field-based experience for physical education at the secondary level emphasizing pre-assessment, unit/lesson planning, teaching strategies, implementation and evaluation. Introduction to curriculum design and implementation from a historical and education governance perspective.

    Prerequisite(s): HPED 309 ; HHP K-12 major; or instructor’s permission.

     

  
  • HPED 412 - Public Relations for Teachers and Coaches


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Spring

    Examines the concepts of program promotion, coordination of non-academic responsibilities and understanding relationships with administrators, teachers, parents and community.

  
  • HPED 460 - Theory and Techniques of Coaching Baseball/Softball


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Individual and team fundamentals primarily for the public school coach. Emphasis on conditioning techniques, strategies, team management, motivation, equipment selection/fitting and scheduling.

  
  • HPED 465 - The Theory and Techniques of Coaching Basketball


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Emphasis on conditioning techniques, strategies, team management, motivation, equipment selection/fitting and scheduling.

  
  • HPED 470 - The Theory and Techniques of Coaching Football


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Emphasis on conditioning, techniques, strategies, team management, motivation, equipment selection/fitting and scheduling.

  
  • HPED 475 - The Theory and Techniques of Coaching Volleyball


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Emphasis on conditioning, techniques, strategies, team management, motivation, equipment selection/fitting and scheduling.

  
  • HPED 480 - The Theory and Techniques of Coaching Soccer


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    When Offered: Summer

    Emphasis on conditioning, techniques, strategies, team management, motivation, equipment selection/fitting and scheduling.

  
  • HPED 485 - Workshop in Physical Education: [Title of Workshop]


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Lecture Hours: 1-3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: As Needed

    Workshop on selected topics. No more than six hours of workshop credit may be applied to an undergraduate or graduate degree in education.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor’s approval.

History

  
  • HIST 121 - Development of World Civilization I


    (TBR: HIST 1110)
    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

    Studies the formation, interactions, and development of world civilizations and cultures from ancient beginnings to 1500.

  
  • HIST 121H - Honors Development of World Civilization


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Open to students who have demonstrated superior academic ability. Consent of department required. See HIST 121  for course descriptions.

    Crosslisted With: HIST 121  but for honors credit and may not be taken in addition to HIST 121 .
  
  • HIST 122 - Development of World Civilization II


    (TBR: HIST 1120)
    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

    Studies the formation, interactions, and development of world civilizations and cultures from 1500 to the present.

  
  • HIST 122H - Honors Development of World Civilization


    Credit(s): 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    When Offered: Fall, Spring

    Open to students who have demonstrated superior academic ability. Consent of department required. See HIST 122  for course descriptions.

    Crosslisted With: HIST 122  but for honors credit and may not be taken in addition to HIST 122 .
 

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