Courses numbered 1000 to 1999, freshman; 2000 to 2999, sophomore; 3000 to 3999, junior; 4000 to 4999, senior; 5000 to 5999, graduate; 6000 to 7999, 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.
Spanish
SPAN 2031 - Grammar and Composition
3 cr.
A review and drill of the elements of Spanish grammar and syntax with special emphasis on developing the ability to organize and to write correctly and fluently in Spanish.
Application of language skills in a foreign-speaking environment. Student will be involved in a total-immersion living situation and will receive a minimum of fifteen clock hours per week in formal language instruction. May be repeated with permission of department head, but may not be repeated for more than a total of 12 hrs. undergraduate and graduate combined.
Methods and techniques for effective behavior management and classroom organization to meet the unique needs of diverse students with exceptionalities. Must be admitted to Teacher Education.
SPED 4015 - Instructional Practices in Special Education
3 cr.
Course develops educator competencies for teaching academic/social skills to special students and in developing tiered intervention plans for inclusive settings. Must be admitted to Teacher Education.
SPED 4020 - Assessment and Evaluation for Special Learners
3 cr.
Develops assessment skills for instructional planning to meet the educational needs of diverse learners with mild/moderate disabilities. Addresses formal and informal assessments. Must be admitted to Teacher Education.
Teaches secondary education majors to integrate reading, writing, speaking, and listening strategies and activities into adolescent reading instruction. Must be admitted to Teacher Education.
Provides practice in one of the many theatre skills through participation in university productions. Open to all students. Course not designed to accompany any other course.
May be repeated for a maximum of three hours credit. F, Sp, Sum
Teaches the basic skills required to function in a production company: Production Organization, Scene Shop Skills, Property Operations, Electrical Operations, Scene Painting, Sound Operations, Costume Shop Operations, Wardrobe Operations, and Make-up Operations.
Seeks to improve appreciation and understanding of theatre art to include playwriting, acting, directing, designing (scenery, lighting, costumes and make-up) and managing. The course gives emphasis to critical observation and thinking skills.
Teaches basic skills of make-up design and application for straight and character roles in theatre, television and film. Selected special applications are taught. Laboratory hours on TheatreWorks.ULM productions and student make-up kit are required.
Teaches the basic skills of memorization, relaxation, concentration, physicalization, vocal control and script interpretation through exercises and scene study.
THEA 3005 - Advanced Theater Production Laboratory
1 cr.
Provides practice in the application of technical or performance skills in the execution of a major role or position of significant responsibility in TheatreWorks.ULM productions.
May be repeated for up to three hours credit.Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Director of the Theater. Not designed to accompany any other course. F, Sp, Sum
Teaches intermediate skills in specialized areas such as auditioning, performance of musical theater and period styles. Topic and credit varies with the subject matter.
May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits.Prerequisite(s): THEA 2021 or permission of instructor.
Teaches application of art fundamentals and historical research to the design of scenery for theatre, television and film through projects in drawing, rendering and model building. Laboratory hours on TheatreWorks.ULM productions required.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 3001 and THEA 3003 or permission of the instructor.
Teaches application of art fundamentals and historical research to the creation of costumes for theatre, television and film through drawing and rendering projects. Laboratory hours on TheatreWorks.ULM productions required.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 3060 or permission of instructor.
Studies the history of theatre art and dramatic literature from primitive beginnings to the year 1700. Emphasis is placed on historical research in support of design and directing concept development.
Studies the history of theatre art and dramatic literature from 1700 to the present day. Emphasis is placed on historical research in preparation of seminar presentations and research papers.
This course focuses on applying stage acting techniques to recorded visual media in addition to introducing acting approaches specific to on camera performance.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 2021 or by permission of the instructor
Teaches directorial skills in leadership, script selection and analysis, conduct of auditions, rehearsals and performance evaluation through workshop and application.
Provides practical application of theatre skills in a summer theatre environment. Student’s participation is determined through audition and application process.
THEA 4043 - Contemporary Theatre Practices: France
3-6 cr.
Examines current acting and directing styles and techniques in the various technical areas: scenery, lighting, sound, makeup, costumes, and properties.
THEA 4044 - Contemporary Theatre Practices: England
3-6 cr.
Examines current acting and directing styles and techniques in the various technical areas: scenery, lighting, sound, makeup, costumes, and properties.
Applies the skills learned in direction (THEA 4025) to staging plays as part of TheatreWorks.ULM season, Monroe Little Theater season, with a public/private secondary school or a similar venue.
May be repeated for a maximum of 3 cr.Prerequisite(s): THEA 2021 and THEA 4025 and permission of the instructor.
Provides for working with an acknowledged master in specific theatre craft. Master must agree to supervise and teach the student. Student must design a learning contract which is signed by the student, the master and the Director of Theater. The master can not be a member of the ULM Theater faculty.
Prerequisite(s): permission of director of Theater.
Provides an opportunity to work as an intern in a professional Theatre. Student must prepare a contract specifying the duties to be performed as an intern and the means and person who will evaluate the student’s work. Contract must be signed by the student, the intern supervisor and the Director of Theater.
Prerequisite(s): permission of the director of Theater.
Provides a culminating project for students in technical production, design and direction through which they can demonstrate proficiency in their chosen area.
Prerequisite(s): permission of director of Theater.
This class will provide an introduction to the field of toxicology and illustrate the relationships between chemicals, man and the environment. Historical and contemporary “case studies” of contamination episodes will be used to highlight the various factors involved in evaluating and controlling chemical hazards.
This course will encompass both the fate and effects of chemicals in the environment, with emphasis in aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. Potential sources, routes of exposure, and physical, chemical, and biological factors important with the movement of contaminants within various components of the ecosystems will be examined. In addition, emerging environmental regulations, issues, and case studies will be discussed.
TOXI 2010 - Techniques of Food Microbiology and Toxicology
3 cr.
Practical guidelines and understanding of analytical methods of food safety and toxicology. Emphasis on micro-organisms and toxins encountered in foods.
An introduction to the field of Forensic Toxicology with focus on fundamentals of pharmacokinetics, specimen collection, laboratory analysis and courtroom testimony. Additional discussion will include crime scene investigation, current crime lab practices and an overall application to the medicolegal profession.
Biochemical basis of chemical toxicity including toxicodynamics, biotransformation, toxicokinetics, mutagenicity, carcinogenicity, teratogenicity and toxicity testing.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3011; and grade of “C” or better in TOXI 1001; and credit or registration in TOXI 4013. Toxicology majors only.
Continuation of Toxicology TOXI 4011. Physiological basis of chemical toxicity in organ systems.
Prerequisite(s): TOXI 4011; and BIOL 3011, BIOL 3012; and grade of “C” or better in TOXI 1001 and TOXI 2001; and credit or registration in TOXI 4014. Toxicology majors only.
Information on the clinical management of poisonings including the assessment of toxic potential, stabilization of vital function, and specific antidotal measures.
Prerequisite(s): Credit or registration in TOXI 4012 and TOXI 4014. (Same as PHAR 5024).
Introduction into industrial hygiene covering its history, ethics, and general principles. Review of regulatory agencies and occupational safety and health standards included. Detailed discussions regarding specific occupational hazards will begin, and include properties of the hazard, industrial exposure potential, exposure monitoring techniques, relevant regulatory standards, and control methodologies.
Continuation of Industrial Hygiene I. Detailed discussion of specific occupational hazards continues. Discussions include review of properties of the hazard, industrial exposure potential, exposure monitoring techniques, regulatory standards, and control methodologies. Discussion regarding indoor air quality, ergonomics issues, and industrial ventilation systems is included.
Students are required to make oral presentations and discuss special current problems in the field of toxicology. Involves presentation and class participation. A final comprehensive examination will cover all aspects of the discipline of toxicology.
Prerequisite(s): credit or registration in all required Toxicology courses. Toxicology majors only.
TOXI 4100 - Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry
3 cr.
This course is an introduction to Federal OSHA policies, procedures and standards, as well as general industry safety and health principles. Topics include scope and application of the OSHA General Industry Standards. Importance will be placed on those areas that are the most hazardous in non-construction industries, using OSHA standards as a guide.
Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Post Baccalaureate Safety Certificate program.
TOXI 4110 - Industrial Hygiene for Safety Professionals
3 cr.
Industrial Hygiene for Safety Professionals is an introduction to industrial hygiene. Terminology, general principles, regulatory standards, workplace hazards, exposure evaluation methods, and control strategies will be discussed during this course.
Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Post Baccalaureate Safety Certificate program.
The Health Hazard Awareness course is designed to provide practical knowledge important in the recognition and evaluation of potential health and safety hazards, and conditions that may lead to the development of health hazards.
Hearing Conservation provides practical knowledge required to develop an effective Hearing Conservation program and maintain compliance with OSHA regulations.
Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Post Baccalaureate Safety Certificate program.
This course provides practical knowledge required to develop an effective respiratory protection program and maintain compliance with OSHA regulations.
Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Post Baccalaureate Safety Certificate program.
An interdisciplinary course that gives substantive attention to critical thinking, methods of inquiry, written and oral communication skills, and computer literacy. Students are taught to identify, reconstruct, analyze, and critique reasoned claims.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of all courses (a total of 39 hours) in the Core Curriculum.
University 1000 is course designed to promote success for incoming freshman with specific focus given to goal setting, motivation, diversity, wellness, introduction to time management, and academic strategies. The course will also provide an opportunity for community building with others who will be entering the University as first-year students in the fall.
To maximize the student’s potential to achieve academic success and to adjust responsibly to the individual and interpersonal challenges presented by collegiate life.
Focuses on critical skills and competencies to help students become more academically successful; requires individual meetings with mentor and classroom attendance. Course credit may not be applied toward degree requirements. Developmental grade format applies.