Mar 29, 2024  
2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses of Instruction


Courses numbered 0 to 99 are developmental and credits may not be used to satisfy degree requirements.  Courses numbered 1000 to 1099, freshman; 2000 to 2099, sophomore; 3000 to 3099, junior; 4000 to 4099, senior; 5000 to 5099, graduate; 6000 to 7099, graduate courses beyond the master’s level.  Where indicated, certain 4000-level courses are accepted for graduate credit.

The number after each course title indicates the semester hours credit. CR(credit) or NC (no credit) after a course title indicates a pass/fail course with no semester hours credit.

An abbreviation following a course description indicates the semester or summer term the course will normally be offered: F-fall semester; Sp-spring semester; Sum-entire summer session; Sum I - first summer term; Sum II - second summer term.  The word “even” or “odd” follows the description of a course which is offered only in alternate years.

Students may not enroll in more than one section of the same course specified in the University catalog without approval of the Registrar.  Students who register for more than one section of the same course may be arbitrarily dropped from one of the sections without notice.

Class pre-requisites must be completed as prescribed by the most current catalog, regardless of the catalog or curriculum in effect for any student.  Students who do not meet course qualifications or who have not completed pre-requisites for a course may be arbitrarily dropped without notice.

The courses that are listed in this catalog may be offered for credit in a variety of formats, including electronically mediated teaching.

 

 

French

  
  • FRNH 3021 - Independent Reading


    1 cr.

    Directed reading in excerpts of French literature, with continued emphasis on understanding, speaking, reading and writing French.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2001 


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  • FRNH 3022 - Independent Reading


    1 cr.

    Directed reading in excerpts of French literature, with continued emphasis on understanding, speaking, reading and writing French.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2001 


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  • FRNH 3023 - Independent Reading


    1 cr.

    Directed reading in excerpts of French literature, with continued emphasis on understanding, speaking, reading and writing French.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2001 


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  • FRNH 3024 - Conversation and Composition


    3 cr.

    May be repeated for 6 hrs. total. The refinement of conversational skills utilizing the language laboratory and classroom activities.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2002  or FRNH 2005  or approval of the department head.


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  • FRNH 3025 - French Culture and Civilization


    3 cr., Maximum - 9 cr.

    Studies in the history and culture of the French World with continued emphasis on understanding, speaking, reading, and writing.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2005  or permission of department head.


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  • FRNH 4003 - Literature of the Francophone World


    3 cr., Maximum - 6 cr.

    An in-depth analysis of the work of writers from the Francophone world.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2002  or FRNH 2005  or equivalent.


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  • FRNH 4004 - Seminar in French Literature


    3 cr., Maximum - 6 cr.

    An in-depth analysis of a literary movement or writer of French literature.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2002  or FRNH 2005  or the equivalent.


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  • FRNH 4015 - Advanced Language Development


    3-12 cr.

    Advanced language instruction with emphasis on French grammar and civilization including French history, history of art, cinema, geography, and literature. All classes are taught in French.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2005  or permission of the department head.


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  • FRNH 4074 - Second Language Acquisition


    3 cr.

    The application of second language acquisition theory in the classroom.

    Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2005 /FRNH 2005 .
    (Same as SPAN 4074 )


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  • FRNH 4075 - Language, Culture and the Classroom


    3 cr.

    The application of second language acquisition theory in the elementary or secondary classroom.

    Prerequisite(s): FRNH 2005 .
    (Same as SPAN 4075 ).


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Geography

  
  • GEOG 1001 - Regional Geography


    3 cr.

    A regional approach to the study of human geography, with emphasis on spatial distributions, interactions, and processes on the earth’s surface. The geographical study of the major world realms are divided as follows: GEOG 1001 covers Europe (including Russia), North America, and North Africa/Middle East and GEOG 1002  covers Latin America, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Asia.


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  • GEOG 1002 - Regional Geography


    3 cr.

    A regional approach to the study of human geography, with emphasis on spatial distributions, interactions, and processes on the earth’s surface. The geographical study of the major world realms are divided as follows: GEOG 1001  covers Europe (including Russia), North America, and North Africa/Middle East and GEOG 1002 covers Latin America, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Asia.


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  • GEOG 1003 - Systematic Geography


    3 cr.

    The goal of this course is an integrated approach to geography. The course is standards-based and is structured around the essential elements and geography standards. In terms of content, the approach is thematic with examples drawn from both the developed and developing worlds. The method of instruction will consist of a combination of direct instruction and problem-solving computer- and classroom-based exercises and activities. For Elementary Education Majors only.


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  • GEOG 2003 - Louisiana


    3 cr.

    A survey of the natural landscape; land forms, climate, soils, drainage, and the geographic factors; agriculture, transportation, and population.


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  • GEOG 2013 - Physical Geography


    3 cr.

    The natural landscape, with special emphasis on the distribution of land-forms, climate, soil, and vegetation.

    LCCN: CGRG 2213


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  • GEOG 2014 - Physical Geography Laboratory


    1 cr.

    Two hours laboratory to accompany GEOG 2013 .


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  • GEOG 2015 - Cartography


    3 cr.

    Development of cartography, techniques, nature, and usage of map projections; interpretation of maps; map construction.


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  • GEOG 3001 - Cultural Geography


    3 cr.

    An advanced course focusing on the study of culture and the expression of material culture in the landscape.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOG 1001 , or GEOG 1002 , or GEOG 2003  or permission of instructor.


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  • GEOG 3020 - Conservation Geography


    3 cr.

    Problems and techniques of conservation in agriculture, forestry, industry, mining, water, air, and the urban environment. Investigation of conservation ideology and political action. Emphasis on North America with some study of international phenomena.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOG 1001  or GEOL 1001 .


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  • GEOG 4020 - Latin American Field Course


    3 cr.

    Supervised geographic research and observation in a Latin American setting. Local examples illustrate broad themes in the historical shaping of the Latin American landscape. The course includes introductory meetings at ULM followed by field observation and discussion in a Latin American location.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOG 4003  or permission of the department head.


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Geology

  
  • GEOL 1001 - Physical Geology


    3 cr.

    The external and internal features of the earth and the agents responsible for them, including the work of rivers, winds, glaciers, volcanoes, earthquakes, and oceans.

    Credit may not be earned in both GEOL 1001 and GEOL 2006 .

    Students may not receive credit toward degree in both GEOS 1001 and GEOL 1001.


    LCCN: CGEO 1103


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  • GEOL 1002 - Historical Geology


    3 cr.

    The development, changes, and destruction of the land features and sea areas of the earth and the changing panorama of plant and animal life from the earth’s origin to the present day.


    LCCN: CGEO 1113


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  • GEOL 1003 - Physical Laboratory


    1 cr.

    Two hours laboratory to accompany GEOL 1001 . Credit may not be earned in both GEOL 1003 and GEOL 2008 .


    LCCN: CGEO 1101


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  • GEOL 1004 - Historical Laboratory


    1 cr.

    Two hours laboratory to accompany GEOL 1002 .


    LCCN: CGEO 1111


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  • GEOL 1010 - The Age of Dinosaurs


    3 cr.

    A nontechnical survey, especially designed for non-science majors, of what is currently known about dinosaurs and their world. Their origin, evolution, ecology, physiology, and social behavior are reconstructed from bones, tracks, nests, and applied biology, and reasons for their extinction are considered. Emphasis is placed on viewing dinosaurs as superbly successful members of their ecosystem.


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  • GEOL 2006 - Engineering Geology


    3 cr.

    Engineering properties of rocks, properties of soils, construction materials, earthquakes, earth movements, subsurface exploration and site selection for engineering works. Credit may not be earned in both GEOL 1001  and 2006.


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  • GEOL 2008 - Engineering Laboratory


    1 cr.

    Two hours laboratory to accompany GEOL 2006 . Credit may not be earned in both GEOL 1003  and 2008.


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Geoscience

  
  • GEOS 1001 - Earth Science


    3 cr.

    A study of the physical processes of the Earth system, including such topics as minerals, the rock cycle, the water cycle, volcanoes, earthquakes, weathering, plate tectonics, oceans, and the atmosphere.

    Students may not receive credit toward degree in both GEOS 1001 and GEOL 1001.


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  • GEOS 1002 - Natural Disasters and Hazards


    3 cr.

    An examination of major natural disaster events and their effects on populations.  Possible mitigation measures will be explored.  Hazards including earthquakes, volcanoes, landslides, hurricanes, tornadoes, tsunamis, and flooding will be investigated.  Past and current natural disaster events are emphasized.


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  • GEOS 1050 - Integrated Geosciences for Education Majors


    3 cr.

    The goal of this course is to present an integrated approach to essential concepts in introductory geology (physical and historical geology), astronomy (from an earth science perspective), and weather. Personal applications of science, process skills, problem-solving, and discovery learning are also emphasized. For Elementary Education majors only. (Formerly SCIE 104)


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  • GEOS 2001 - Environmental Science


    3 cr.

    Exploration of contemporary issues in environmental science. Man’s interaction with the Earth’s biological and physical resources. Topics include global warming, biodiversity, conservation, pollution, wetlands, sustainable agriculture, and population growth.

    Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in BIOL 1001  or BIOL 1020  or approval of department head. (Same as BIOL 2001  )

    LCCN: CEVS 1103


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  • GEOS 2080 - Oceanography


    3 cr.

    The origin and development of the ocean basins and seawater. Ocean processes, marine sediments, and ocean resources will also be considered.

    (Formerly GEOL 2080)


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  • GEOS 3030 - Introduction to Geomorphology


    3 cr.

    The recognition, classification, origin, and relationship of and forms.


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  • GEOS 3031 - Geomorphology Laboratory


    1 cr.

    Three hours laboratory to accompany GEOS 3030 .


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  • GEOS 3032 - Broadcast Meteorology Practicum


    1-3 cr., Maximum - 3 cr.

    Systematic research, training, and active participation in meteorological/climatological laboratory 2-6 hours/week at a television weather station. Grade of CR (Credit) or NC (No Credit) will be awarded. Can serve as credit for an atmospheric sciences elective.

    Prerequisite(s): credit or registration in ATMS 2005  and sophomore standing.


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  • GEOS 4001 - Planet Earth


    3 cr.

    Directed study in selected studies in Geosciences. Content varies. No more than 12 hours may be applied toward degree requirements. May not be applied to major in Geology. (formerly GEOS 400A)


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  • GEOS 4003 - Earth Revealed (Introductory Geology)


    3 cr.

    Directed study in selected studies in Geosciences. Content varies. No more than 12 hours may be applied toward degree requirements. May not be applied to major in Geology. (formerly GEOS 400C)


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  • GEOS 4005 - Out of the Past: An Introduction to Archeology


    3 cr.

    Directed study in selected studies in Geosciences. Content varies. No more than 12 hours may be applied toward degree requirements. May not be applied to major in Geology. (formerly GEOS 400D)


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  • GEOS 4015 - Soils for the Environmental Geoscientist


    2 cr.

    Fundamentals of pedology aimed at environmental geoscientists, including: soil terminology, soil genesis, the 7th Approximation soil classification system, the use of parish and county soil surveys, soil descriptions, soil toxicity, national and worldwide soil type distribution.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 1001  or GEOG 2013  or permission of the instructor.


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  • GEOS 4016 - Seminar


    1 cr., Maximum - 3 cr.

    Presentation of oral and written reports on current geology literature and problems of special interest.


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  • GEOS 4020 - Human Impact on the Environment


    3 cr.

    This course will assess the environmental changes caused by human activity. Specifically, attention will be focused on human impacts on vegetation, animals, soil, hydrology, geomorphology, and climate.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOG 2013  or GEOS 3030  or permission of instructor.


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  • GEOS 4021 - Environmental Economics


    3 cr.

    Principles and methods for critically analyzing environmental issues from an economic and policy perspective. Review of current environmental issues with emphasis on agriculture related topics.

    Prerequisite(s): AGEC 2001 or ECON 2002 
    (Same as AGEC 4021).


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  • GEOS 4023 - Archaeological Field Techniques


    4 cr.

    This is a field course introducing the basic methods of scientific archaeological investigation. Students will participate in cutting-edge archaeological research while gaining practical experience in techniques such as pedestrian survey, surface collection, geophysical survey, mapping, excavation, laboratory methods, and artifact analysis. Emphasis is placed on the examination of soils, stratigraphy, and the spatial distribution of artifacts and cultural deposits across the landscape. Instructor permission required.


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  • GEOS 4030 - Surface Hydrology


    3 cr.

    Fundamentals of surface hydrology including: components of the hydrologic cycle; hydrographs; flood frequency analysis; and flood routing through rivers, reservoirs, and watersheds. Includes practical exercises and the use of personal computers.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOL 1001  or permission of the instructor.


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  • GEOS 4035 - Principles of Geographic Information Systems (GIS)


    3 cr.

    Techniques for analyzing, displaying and managing geographic data topics including: structure of geographic data bases, principles of digital cartography, basic spatial statistics and analysis of spatial relationships using GIS.

    Prerequisite(s): junior or senior standing.


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  • GEOS 4040 - Environmental Earth Science


    3 cr.

    A survey of the interactions between people and the physical environment, including hazardous earth processes, hydrology and pollution, waste disposal, environmental health, mineral resources, energy, and land use.

    Prerequisite(s): Any of the following—GEOS 1001, 4002, GEOL 1001 , GEOL 2006 , GEOG 2013 .


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  • GEOS 4041 - Geoenvironmental Seminar


    1 cr., Maximum - 3 cr.

    Geoenvironmental topics are examined in depth through library research, audiovisual materials analysis, and interactive software. Investigations are presented and critiqued during roundtable discussions. Assigned topics vary each semester. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 cr.

    Prerequisite(s): Any pertinent basic science course or permission of the instructor.


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  • GEOS 4045 - Advanced Geographic Information Systems (GIS)


    3 cr.

    A project-oriented course intended to demonstrate how principles learned in GEOS 4035  can be applied to solving complex real-world problems.

    Prerequisite(s): GEOS 4035 .


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  • GEOS 4050 - Remote Sensing of the Environment


    3 cr.

    This course will cover the basics and the interpretation of remote sensing data that will include aerial photography, U. S. and French satellite imagery, thermal infrared, Sideways Looking Radar, Synthetic Aperture Radar, and other airborne platforms such as the Daedalus Multispectral Scanner used by NASA.


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  • GEOS 4060 - Archeology and Geology of Natural Disasters


    3 cr.

    Case studies of archeological and geologic evidence for the history, causes, and effects of historical and prehistoric natural disasters. Use of archeological and geologic data to develop realistic supportable scenarios for the natural disasters will be stressed.

    Prerequisite(s): ANTG 2001 ; GEOL 1001  and GEOL 1002 .


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  • GEOS 4061 - Cooperative Education Experience


    1 cr.

    Planned and supervised work experience in student’s major field. Only open to juniors and seniors in the Department of Geosciences who are approved for the Cooperative Education Program. Grade of CR (credit) or NC (no credit) will be awarded. Atmospheric Science, Geography, Geology, Geophysics.

    May be repeated for a total of 3 credits. May not be applied to fulfill major requirement.


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  • GEOS 4091 - Research


    1-6 cr., Maximum - 6 cr.

    Research problems that can be completed in one semester. Three hours laboratory per week for each credit hour. A written proposal with a list of references must be submitted to and be approved by the supervising professor and department head. Results of work will be presented in a seminar.

    Prerequisite(s): junior or senior standing in geology.


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German

  
  • GRMN 1001 - Elementary German I


    3 cr.

    An introduction to the basic grammatical structures of German with the objectives of developing an elementary ability to speak, understand, read and write the language. Language laboratory required.


    LCCN: CGRM 1013 (3 hr.)


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  • GRMN 1002 - Elementary German II


    3 cr.

    An introduction to the basic grammatical structures of German with the objectives of developing an elementary ability to speak, understand, read and write the language. Language laboratory required.


    LCCN: CGRM 1023 (3 hr.)


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  • GRMN 2001 - Intermediate German I


    3 cr.

    A continuation of GRMN 1001 -GRMN 1002 , with an increased emphasis upon reading and discussion. Work in the computerized Language Learning Center is required.

    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 1002  or GRMN 1005 .

    LCCN: CGRM 2013


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  • GRMN 2002 - Intermediate German II


    3 cr.

    A continuation of GRMN 1001 -GRMN 1002 , with an increased emphasis upon reading and discussion. Work in the computerized Language Learning Center is required.

    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 1002  or GRMN 1005 .

    LCCN: CGRM 2023


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Gerontology

  
  • GERO 1001 - Basic Activity


    3 cr.

    An introduction to the profession of Activity Directors, Therapeutic activity practice, and their integration into health care. An examination of practice standards, practitioner behavior, activity planning, and service delivery.


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  • GERO 2026 - Perspectives on Aging


    3 cr.

    An orientation from practitioners in the community and from an academic interdisciplinary perspective to programs, services, issues, and problems in working with older persons.

    (Formerly SOCL and GERO 4026.) (Same as SOCL 2026 )


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  • GERO 4010 - Economics of Aging


    3 cr.

    An examination of issues related to the economic status of persons as they grow older. Attention will be given to problems and policies which relate to income maintenance, planned and unplanned expenditures, inflation, reduced income, post-retirement employment, public and private pensions, health insurance, pre-retirement employment, public and private pensions, health insurance, pre-retirement counseling and legislative reforms.

    (Same as ECON 4010 )


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  • GERO 4011 - Social Work Practice With the Elderly


    3 cr.

    An introduction to the social, economic, and psychological dimensions of aging using a person-in-environment approach.

    (Same as SOCW 4011 .)


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  • GERO 4024 - Women and Aging


    3 cr.

    Examines the life experiences of women as they age. Emphasis is on sociological influences on perceptions of aging among women and on aging women’s roles in society.

    (Same as SOCL 4024 )


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  • GERO 4025 - Seminar in Death and Dying


    3 cr.

    Exploration of the social organization of dying, including a view on cross-cultural perspectives on death, treatment of the dying patient, and the grief process.

    (Same as SOCL 4025 )


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  • GERO 4027 - Field Work in Gerontology


    1-3 cr.

    Student placement in a senior center, social service agency, nursing home, or hospital for nine hours per week. Students already employed in an agency will take Sociology 4028.

    Prerequisite(s): approval of program director.


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  • GERO 4028 - Directed Research in Gerontology


    1-3 cr.

    Individual examination of a relevant problem in Gerontology as approved and directed by student’s major professor.

    Prerequisite(s): approval of program director.


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  • GERO 4030 - Elder Abuse and Neglect


    3 cr.

    An examination of the definition, causes, and theories associated with the problem of elder abuse and neglect. Relevant research regarding the historical perspectives, recognition of abuse and neglect, assessment techniques, and interventions will be presented.


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  • GERO 4031 - Elder Law


    3 cr.

    An examination of legal challenges older Americans are facing as they plan their later years and seek to maximize their quality of life. These challenges include age discrimination in employment, housing alternatives and options, financial management and planning, medical needs and attention, and consent, and long-term care.


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  • GERO 4035 - Housing the Elderly


    3 cr.

    Examination and application of the guidelines, issues and choices associated with housing disruption and re-location of the elderly.


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  • GERO 4036 - Nutrition and Aging


    3 cr.

    Application of basic concepts of nutrition directed toward improving nutritional status and health. Federal, state and community programs will be discussed.


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  • GERO 4052 - Qualitative Research


    3 cr.

    An examination of different types of qualitative research, techniques of data collection, analysis, and presentation, and ethical issues; exploration of the strengths and limitations of this type of interpretive work.

    (Same as SOCL 4052 .)


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  • GERO 4058 - International Study: Europe


    3 cr.

    Extended gerontology field study outside the United States with guest lectures, visits to gerontological related facilities and programs, and assigned readings related to aging in the designated study region.

    Topic may not be repeated for credit.
    (Formerly GERO 456A)


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  • GERO 4059 - International Study: England


    3 cr.

    Extended gerontology field study outside the United States with guest lectures, visits to gerontological related facilities and programs, and assigned readings related to aging in the designated study region.

    Topic may not be repeated for credit.
    (Formerly GERO 456B)


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  • GERO 4060 - International Study: Latin America


    3 cr.

    Extended gerontology field study outside the United States with guest lectures, visits to gerontological related facilities and programs, and assigned readings related to aging in the designated study region.

    Topic may not be repeated for credit.
    (Formerly GERO 456C)


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  • GERO 4061 - International Study: Far East


    3 cr.

    Extended gerontology field study outside the United States with guest lectures, visits to gerontological related facilities and programs, and assigned readings related to aging in the designated study region.

    Topic may not be repeated for credit.
    (Formerly GERO 456D)


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  • GERO 4062 - International Study: Middle East


    3 cr.

    Extended gerontology field study outside the United States with guest lectures, visits to gerontological related facilities and programs, and assigned readings related to aging in the designated study region.

    Topic may not be repeated for credit.
    (Formerly GERO 456E)


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  • GERO 4063 - Regional United States Field Study: U.S. North


    3 cr.

    Extended gerontology field study within the United States with guest lectures, visits to gerontological facilities and programs, and assigned readings related to aging in the designated study region.

    Topic may not be repeated for credit.
    (Formerly GERO 457A)


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  • GERO 4064 - Regional United States Field Study: U.S. South


    3 cr.

    Extended gerontology field study within the United States with guest lectures, visits to gerontological facilities and programs, and assigned readings related to aging in the designated study region.

    Topic may not be repeated for credit.
    (Formerly GERO 457B)


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  • GERO 4065 - Regional United States Field Study: U.S. East


    3 cr.

    Extended gerontology field study within the United States with guest lectures, visits to gerontological facilities and programs, and assigned readings related to aging in the designated study region.

    Topic may not be repeated for credit.
    (Formerly GERO 457C)


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  • GERO 4066 - Regional United States Field Study: U.S. West


    3 cr.

    Extended gerontology field study within the United States with guest lectures, visits to gerontological facilities and programs, and assigned readings related to aging in the designated study region.

    Topic may not be repeated for credit.
    (Formerly GERO 457D)


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  • GERO 4075 - Teaching Children About Aging


    3 cr.

    The focus of this course is to identify methods and mechanisms that enhance children’s perception of old age and develop age-related sensitivity toward elderly individuals. The goal of the course is to prevent ageism, as a social problem, by developing age-sensitivity at an early age.


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Health Studies

  
  • HLST 2001 - Healthcare Issues


    1 cr.

    This course provides students with an overview of the healthcare delivery system, including the roles of healthcare professionals and healthcare organizations. Through the use of didactic and experiential techniques, the students will explore issues regarding healthcare insurance, people who are uninsured and underserved, managed care, and changes in the healthcare marketplace. It also discusses the role of health promotion, disease prevention, and the uses of alternative and complementary medicines.

    Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing.
    F, Sp


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  • HLST 2002 - Healthcare Informatics


    3 cr.

    This course provides an overview of the role of information systems in healthcare organizations. Emphasis is placed on understanding how evidence-based research is integrated into clinical decision-making and recognizing how information systems influence health outcomes.

    Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing.
    F, Sp


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  • HLST 2007 - Nutrition


    3 cr.

    Application of principles of basic nutrition throughout the life cycle. Emphasis is on the relationship of nutrition to health and disease.

     

    LCCN: CBIO 2703

    F, Sp, Sum



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  • HLST 3001 - Healthcare Ethics


    3 cr.

    This course is designed to introduce ethical thinking and concepts regarding healthcare to prepare the student to understand, evaluate, and participate in ethical decision-making. Coursework presents professional codes of ethics using group discussions. Ethic related topics to be included such as genetics, transplants, cloning, etc.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 2001  or SOCL 1001  or SOCL 1002 .
    F, Sp, Sum


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  • HLST 3002 - Social Epidemiology


    3 cr.

    This course provides students with an introduction to social and behavioral factors as determinants of health. Students explore theories of human behavior and group behavior, as well as health behavior change models. The course presents a comprehensive view of health and community concerns experienced by people. The inter-relationship of biological, socio-cultural, behavioral, environmental, and economic risk factors of population groups with disabilities are examined.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 2001  or SOCL 1001 .
    F, Sp


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  • HLST 3003 - Health Practicum I


    1 cr.

    This is a professional development course as well as preparation for Health Science Practicum II. Students select an agency and develop personal goals and objectives appropriate to the setting, population, and health issues. The students will learn about preparing for careers in healthcare. The practicum is generally performed in the student’s junior year.

    Prerequisite(s): College of Health Sciences majors only, ENGL 3024   or BUSN 3005 .
    F, Sp, Sum


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  • HLST 3004 - Research Design for Healthcare


    3 cr.

    This course is designed as a capstone course for the student. The course concentrates on details of health science research design and evidence-based practice. Students are guided through a step-by-step approach to qualitative, comparative and quantitative research designs. Students learn to design, interpret and analyze research findings applicable to healthcare.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1016 , completion of all University Core Curriculum and junior standing.
    F, Sp


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  • HLST 4001 - Cultural Diversity in Healthcare


    2 cr.

    This course is designed to bring awareness of the dimensions and complexities involved in caring for people from diverse cultural backgrounds. The course will examine differences existing within North America by probing healthcare system and consumers and examples of traditional health beliefs and practices among selected populations.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 2001  or SOCL 1001  or SOCL 1002 .
    F, Sp, Sum


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  • HLST 4002 - Healthcare Law


    3 cr.

    This course examines healthcare law and the legal system, and the interplay between law and ethics. The course will examine federal mandates and other aspects of patient confidentiality. Students will probe legal issues pertaining to healthcare topics such as modes and institutions for providing medical care, liability of selected providers and review of applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

    Prerequisite(s): junior standing.
    F, Sp, Sum


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  • HLST 4003 - Health Science Practicum II


    3 cr.

    This is a practicum performed in the student’s senior year. Under supervision in an approved agency, the student will have the opportunity for on-the-job experiences. The practicum is project-based in that the student is expected to produce tangible output for the host organization. It is expected that the student will select a practicum site, which is consistent with career interests and objectives.

    Prerequisite(s): senior standing; Health Studies majors only; completion of all 2000 and 3000 HLST courses; completion of 90 credit hours towards Health Studies degree; minimum HLST GPA 2.75 with a “C” or better in HLST courses, minimum overall GPA 2.0.
    F, Sp, Sum


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  • HLST 4005 - Principles of Leadership in Healthcare


    3 cr.

    This course will provide an overview of leadership theories to prepare the student for a leadership/management role in healthcare.

    Prerequisite(s): junior standing.
    F, Sum


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  • HLST 4006 - Healthcare Administration


    3 cr.

    This course describes the processes that healthcare organizations must implement to meet community needs. Students learn about management theory as well as learning models taken from successful organizations relevant to healthcare delivery. Students will analyze the current healthcare system in the United States, using economic and administrative concepts and principles.

    Prerequisite(s): junior standing.
    Sp, Sum


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  • HLST 4008 - Motor Development


    3 cr.

    This course provides an understanding of the principles of human motor development and the study from infant through adolescence and into adulthood.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1014 BIOL 1015 PSYC 2001 , Junior Standing or approval of the program director. 


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History

Undergraduate Requirements

Required for a major: 1011, 1012, 2001, 2002, and 24 additional hours (including 9 hours U. S. history, 9 hours non-U.S. history and 6 hours of history electives)—Total of 36 semester hours.

Required for a minor: 1011, 1012, 2001, 2002, and 9 additional hours —Total of 21 semester hours.

All students electing to major in History must also satisfy the requirements for an academic minor.

  
  • HIST 1010 - Honors History


    3 cr.

    An introduction to the world’s major ideas and historical developments from ancient times to the 1550s. This course will emphasize the contributions of the diverse ancient civilizations to the formation of the modern world.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Honors Program or permission of the Honors Council. Substitutes for HIST 1011 .
    (Formerly HONORS HISTORY 110H)


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  • HIST 1011 - World Civilization I


    3 cr.

    Survey of world history from early humanity to the eighteenth century.


    LCCN: CHIS 1113


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  • HIST 1012 - World Civilization II


    3 cr.

    Survey of world history since the seventeenth century.


    LCCN: CHIS 1123


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  • HIST 2001 - United States History I


    3 cr.

    Survey of the political, economic, social, and cultural foundations of American life with emphasis upon the rise of the United States as a world power. To 1877.


    LCCN: CHIS 2013


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  • HIST 2002 - United States History II


    3 cr.

    Survey of the political, economic, social, and cultural foundations of American life with emphasis upon the rise of the United States as a world power. 2002: Since 1877.


    LCCN: CHIS 2023


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  • HIST 2009 - Honors History


    3 cr.

    An introduction to the world’s major ideas and historical developments from the 1500s through the 1700s. This course will emphasize the contributions of the diverse civilizations to the formation of the modern world. Substitutes for HIST 1012 .

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Honors Program or permission of the Honors Council.
    (Formerly HONORS HISTORY 209H)


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  • HIST 2019 - Honors History


    3 cr.

    U.S. history from 1800 to present with emphasis on the U.S. in the context of European and global affairs.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Honors Program or permission of the Honors Council. Substitutes for HIST 2001  or HIST 2002 .
    (Formerly HONORS HISTORY 219H)


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