Jun 17, 2024  
2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 The department offers selected courses from this catalog as warranted by student needs and availability of faculty. Specific offerings for each term may be found in the Schedule of Classes.
 

 

Psychology

  
  • PSY 322 - Adolescence and Youth

    (4)
    Focuses on the scientific study of the normative biological, cognitive, emotional, personality and social changes that occur during adolescence. Selected topics include pubertal maturation, information processing, identity development, peer relations and family dynamics. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 250 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
  
  • PSY 323 - Adulthood and Aging

    (4)
    Psychological change, from young adulthood to death. Topics include potentials for psychological growth and sources of crisis, changes in intellectual processes, attitudes toward aging, retirement and the needs of the aged. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 250 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
  
  • PSY 330 - Social Cognition

    (4)
    The theory and research explicating thinking processes underlying social phenomena such as impression formation, persuasion, conformity, compliance, stereotyping and causal perception. Areas of focus include attitude formation and change, attribution theory, the role of affect in cognition, schema theory and theories of nonverbal behavior. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 250 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
  
  • PSY 333 - Motivation

    (4)
    The nature of physiological and behavioral mechanisms that control an organism’s reaction to the demands of its environment. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 250 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
  
  • PSY 334 - Industrial and Organizational Psychology

    (4)
    Scientific study of the workplace including the application of psychological research methods to such critical business issues as talent management, training and development, selection processes, performance assessment, job satisfaction, employee motivation and commitment, organization development, and work-life balance. The scientist-practitioner model will be emphasized.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 250 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
  
  • PSY 337 - Interpersonal Processes and Group Behavior

    (4)
    Group structure, function and process. Focus on how individuals affect the behavior of people in groups; how the group, in turn, affects the behavior of the individual. Topics include leadership, cohesion, group therapy, crowds and mobs.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 250 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
  
  • PSY 338 - Health Psychology

    (4)
    Application of psychological theory and research to health promotion as well as illness prevention and treatment. The interaction between biological, social and psychological factors in health and medical problems is emphasized. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 250 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
  
  • PSY 339 - Emotion

    (4)
    Understanding of human emotion from both an historical and theoretical viewpoint. Contemporary theoretical positions will be compared in terms of the roles cognition, behavior and psychological changes play in the emotional experience. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 250 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
  
  • PSY 341 - Introduction to Psychopathology

    (4)
    Introduction to psychopathology across the lifespan with a focus on the etiology from psychological, biological and sociocultural perspectives; assessment; diagnosis; and empirically-based treatment options. Includes scientific discussion of clinical types, methods of investigation and principals of psychotherapy.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 250 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
  
  • PSY 343 - Psychopathology of Childhood

    (4)
    The psychopathology of children and adolescents. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 250 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
  
  • PSY 344 - Behavior Analysis

    (4)
    Theory and research on the analysis of behavior as it has developed from Pavlov to Skinner and Bandura. Includes a consideration of the application of principles of behavior analysis to individual and social behavior. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 250 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
  
  • PSY 362 - Statistical Analysis on Computers

    (4)
    Advanced statistical procedures employed in behavioral science research. Emphasis will be on the statistical software SPSS. Topics include multivariate analyses and nonparametric tests. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 251 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
  
  • PSY 370 - Psycholinguistics

    (4)
    Identical with ALS 335. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
  
  • PSY 374 - Psychology of Women

    (4)
    Examines gender differences resulting from the socialization of girls and women and the psychological impact of life events experienced exclusively or differentially by women. Topics include role conflicts, gender stereotypes, achievement and employment. Identical with WGS 374.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
  
  • PSY 381 - Tests and Measurements

    (4)
    Theories of measurement and evaluation. Examination of empirical construction and interpretation of various tests, including intelligence, achievement, interests and special aptitudes. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 251 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
  
  • PSY 399 - Field Experience in Psychology

    (4)
    The application of psychological concepts and methods in a non-academic setting. Includes job placement with a classroom component, readings and discussion of relevant literature. May not be repeated for credit. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): junior/senior standing. Minimum of 16 credits in the major including PSY 250 with a grade of 2.0 or higher, two courses between PSY 310 and PSY 349 and permission of instructor.
  
  • PSY 401 - History and Systems of Psychology

    (4)
    Examines psychology’s philosophical and physiological roots. Attention is given to the ways in which historical contexts and movements are linked to major developments in psychological thought and theory, including the psychology of consciousness, the unconscious, behaviorism, cognitive science, social psychology, and applied fields of psychology. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 250 with a grade of 2.0 or higher and two additional PSY courses.
  
  • PSY 415 - Seminar in Basic Psychological Processes

    (4)
    Advanced seminar in a special topic related to cognition, perception, conditioning or physiological processes. May be repeated once for a total of 8 credits. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
  
  • PSY 425 - Seminar in Developmental Psychology

    (4)
    Advanced seminar in a special topic related to developmental psychology, such as theories of development. May be repeated once for a total of 8 credits. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
  
  • PSY 435 - Seminar in Social Psychology

    (4)
    Advanced seminar in a special topic related to social psychology, such as attitudes, attributions or theories of social influence. May be repeated once for a total of 8 credits. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
  
  • PSY 445 - Seminar in Individual Differences and Personality Psychology

    (4)
    Advanced seminar in a special topic related to individual differences and personality psychology, such as theories of personality, aggression or religion. May be repeated once for a total of 8 credits. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 245, PSY 250 with a grade of 2.0 or higher, and permission of instructor.
  
  • PSY 450 - Research Methodology: Basic Psychological Processes

    (4)
    Issues in design and methodology of psychological research with application to the area of basic psychological processes. Independent research project required. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 251 with a grade of 2.0 or higher and permission of instructor.
  
  • PSY 452 - Research Methodology: Developmental

    (4)
    Issues in design and methodology of psychological research with application to the developmental area. Independent research project required. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 251 with a grade of 2.0 or higher, and permission of instructor.
  
  • PSY 453 - Research Methodology: Social

    (4)
    Issues in design and methodology of psychological research with application in the social area. Individual research project required. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 251 with a grade of 2.0 or higher and permission of instructor.
  
  • PSY 454 - Research Methodology: Individual Differences and Personality

    (4)
    Issues in design and methodology of psychological research with application to the individual differences and personality area. Independent research project required. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 251 with a grade of 2.0 or higher and permission of instructor.
  
  • PSY 470 - Apprentice College Teaching

    (4)
    Supervised participation in teaching undergraduate psychology courses. Discussion of teaching objectives and methods. May be repeated for a total of 8 credits. Only 4 credits may be offered to fulfill major requirements.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
  
  • PSY 483 - Readings and Research Projects

    (4)
    Individual readings or laboratory research on a topic agreed upon by a student and a member of the psychology faculty. May be repeated for additional credit. Not more than 8 credits of readings and research project may be counted toward fulfillment of the major in psychology. Each satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor and completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
  
  • PSY 484 - Readings and Research Projects

    (4)
    Individual readings or laboratory research on a topic agreed upon by a student and a member of the psychology faculty. May be repeated for additional credit. Not more than 8 credits of readings and research project may be counted toward fulfillment of the major in psychology. Each satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): instructor permission and completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
  
  • PSY 485 - Readings and Research Projects

    (4)
    Individual readings or laboratory research on a topic agreed upon by a student and a member of the psychology faculty. May be repeated for additional credit. Not more than 8 credits of readings and research project may be counted toward fulfillment of the major in psychology. Each satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor and completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
  
  • PSY 487 - Research Apprenticeship

    (2 or 4)
    Student will be mentored by faculty in various steps of the research process. May be repeated for additional credit. Not more than 8 credits earned in the research apprenticeship may be counted toward fulfillment of the major in psychology.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
  
  • PSY 488 - Research Apprenticeship

    (2 or 4)
    Student will be mentored by faculty in various steps of the research process. May be repeated for additional credit. Not more than 8 credits earned in the research apprenticeship may be counted toward fulfillment of the major in psychology.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
  
  • PSY 489 - Research Apprenticeship

    (2 or 4)
    Student will be mentored by faculty in various steps of the research process. May be repeated for additional credit. Not more than 8 credits earned in the research apprenticeship may be counted toward fulfillment of the major in psychology.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
  
  • PSY 494 - Honors Independent Studies

    (4)
    Independent honors research project supervised by a faculty member. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.

Quantitative Methods

  
  • QMM 240 - Statistical Methods for Business I

    (3)
    Descriptive statistics, probability, probability distributions, sampling distributions, estimation, and hypothesis tests. Emphasizes business applications and computer analysis of data. Includes report writing and computer projects, and presentations. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications: completion of the general education requirement in the formal reasoning knowledge foundation area.
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 121 or MTH 122 or (MTH 141 or MTH 154), and MIS 100 (or CSE 125 or CSE 130 or MIS 200) with a minimum grade of 2.0 in each course, and sophomore standing.
  
  • QMM 241 - Statistical Methods for Business II

    (3)
    Continuation of QMM 240. Analysis of variance, nonparametric statistics, correlation, regression, statistical process control, and time series analysis. Emphasizes business applications and computer analysis of data. Includes report writing, computer projects, and presentations. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications: completion of the general education requirement in the formal reasoning knowledge foundation area.
    Prerequisite(s): (MTH 122 or MTH 154) and (STA 225 or STA 226 or QMM 240) with a minimum grade of 2.0 in each course, and sophomore standing.
  
  • QMM 250 - Statistical Methods for Business

    (6)
    Covers the same topics as QMM 240 and QMM 241 combined. Intended for motivated students with good writing and analytical skills. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications: completion of the general education requirement in the formal reasoning knowledge foundation area.
    Prerequisite(s): (MTH 122 or MTH 154) and (MIS 100 or MIS 200 or CSE 125 or CSE 130) with a minimum grade of 2.0 in each course and sophomore standing.
  
  • QMM 440 - Management Science

    (3)
    This is a survey course of management science topics such as Decision Trees, Linear Programming, Transportation and Scheduling Models, Linear and Logistic Regression, Markov Chains and Queuing. Course emphasis is on problem formulation or drawing the link between a business problem and a mathematical model that allows studying or optimizing the business process. The course uses standard software tools and meets in a computer lab.
    Prerequisite(s): QMM 240 or QMM 241 or QMM 250 or STA 225 or STA 226 with a minimum grade of 2.0 in each course.
  
  • QMM 452 - Forecasting

    (3)
    Survey of time-series forecasting methods used in business, including trends, exponential smoothing, decomposition, ARIMA, and neural nets. Econometric topics include seasonal binaries, autocorrelation, and lagged variables. Includes case studies and discussion of current economic conditions. Computer tools are used for individual and team projects.
    Prerequisite(s): QMM 241 or QMM 250 with a minimum grade of 2.0 in each course.
  
  • QMM 480 - Special Topics in Quantitative Methods

    (3)
    An advanced course involving study of current issues and recent developments in Quantitative Methods. Topics vary. See Schedule of Classes for current offering. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Same topic cannot be repeated.
    Prerequisite(s): QMM 240 or QMM 241 or QMM 250 or STA 225 or STA 226 with a minimum grade 2.0 in each course.
  
  • QMM 490 - Independent Study

    (2 or 4)
    Qualified and highly motivated students may engage in individual research, directed readings or group study under the supervision of a faculty member. Offered every term. May be repeated for a total of 8 credits.
    Prerequisite(s): overall GPA of 3.00 or better and an approved contract.

Radiation Therapy

  
  • RT 301 - Introduction to Radiation Therapy

    (2)
    An introduction to the activities and responsibilities of the radiation therapist including orientation to school and hospital policies, career insights, overview of techniques used in radiation therapy, and essentials of procedures needed in the care of radiation oncology patients. Medical terminology specific to the field is reviewed.
    Prerequisite(s): RT specialization standing.
  
  • RT 311 - Patient Care and Management

    (2)
    Patient care techniques with emphasis on those necessary in the care and examination of oncology patients, especially those receiving radiation therapy. Psychological considerations, management of emergencies, infection control, examination, medical-surgical asepsis and tube management will be presented.
    Prerequisite(s): RT specialization standing.
  
  • RT 315 - Seminar in Radiation Oncology

    (3)
    Literature search of faculty approved topics related to radiation oncology with written analysis of case studies on various malignancies. Oral presentation required.
    Prerequisite(s): RT specialization standing.
  
  • RT 321 - Radiographic Imaging and Anatomy

    (2)
    Fundamentals of radiographic exposure techniques including production of radiation, rectification, quality of radiation and film processing. Topographic and cross-sectional anatomy and identification of anatomic structures as seen by various imaging modalities will be introduced.
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 205 and RT specialization standing.
  
  • RT 323 - Radiobiology

    (2)
    Biophysical principles of ionizing radiation and effects on living tissue with emphasis on radio sensitivity and response to radiation, including a review of cell biology. An introduction to hyperthermia as a treatment modality illustrating the cellular response to heat, methods of heating and interactions of heat and radiation.
    Prerequisite(s): RT 331 and RT specialization standing.
  
  • RT 331 - Radiation Physics

    (3)
    Fundamental principles of atomic structure and matter, production and properties of radiation, interactions of photons, particulate radiation, measurements of radiation and measurement of absorbed dose are covered. Discussions will include different radiation therapy treatment units.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 102 and RT specialization standing.
  
  • RT 333 - Clinical Dosimetry

    (3)
    Basic concepts of clinical dosimetry including use of isodose charts, treatment planning, field defining apparatus and wedges. Different methods of dosimetric calculations are described. Emphasis is on conformal therapy, MLC dosimetry and three dimensional treatment planning.
    Prerequisite(s): RT 331 and RT specialization standing.
  
  • RT 334 - Brachytherapy and Radiation Protection

    (3)
    Principles of radiation safety including need for radiation protection, detection and measurement of radiation, regulatory agencies and regulations, personnel monitoring and practical radiation protection are presented. Also includes types and storage of brachytherapy sources, use and care of applicators, leak testing and surveys and accident procedures.
    Prerequisite(s): RT specialization standing.
  
  • RT 335 - Quality Assurance

    (2)
    Principles and applications of a comprehensive quality assurance program in radiation therapy. Topics include relevant tasks, frequency of performance and acceptable limits. Laboratory exercises included.
    Prerequisite(s): RT specialization standing.
  
  • RT 341 - Oncologic Pathology

    (3)
    Disease concepts including: inflammatory process, neoplasia, types of growth, causative factors, behavior of tumors and staging procedures. Tumors originating from specific sites and respective pathology will be discussed.
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 207 and RT specialization standing.
  
  • RT 342 - Technical Radiation Oncology I

    (3)
    Provides an understanding of radiation therapy equipment including techniques used in treatment delivery. Tumor localization utilizing simulators, beam directing devices and other technical considerations involved are presented. The role of the radiation therapist in disease management will be discussed.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 102, BIO 205 and BIO 207, RT specialization standing.
  
  • RT 343 - Technical Radiation Oncology II

    (3)
    Continuation of Technical Radiation Oncology I.
    Prerequisite(s): RT 342 and RT specialization standing.
  
  • RT 344 - Clinical Radiation Oncology

    (2)
    An overview of radiation oncology and its role in medicine as compared with surgery and chemotherapy as treatment modalities. Discussion of tumors including locations, etiology, detection, staging and grading, and treatment. Oncologic emergencies are presented.
    Prerequisite(s): RT 341 and RT 342 and RT specialization standing.
  
  • RT 401 - Clinical Practicum

    (4)
    Supervised experience in the practice of radiation therapy technology. The student therapist will observe and participate in simulation procedures and delivery of radiation treatment to actual patients in the Radiation Oncology Department of William Beaumont Hospital. Patient care and management will be covered.
    Prerequisite(s): program permission.
  
  • RT 402 - Clinical Practicum

    (4)
    Continuation of RT 401.
    Prerequisite(s): program permission.
  
  • RT 403 - Clinical Practicum

    (4)
    Continuation of RT 402.
    Prerequisite(s): program permission.
  
  • RT 404 - Clinical Practicum

    (4)
    Continuation of RT 403.
    Prerequisite(s): program permission.
  
  • RT 405 - Clinical Practicum

    (4)
    Continuation of RT 404.
    Prerequisite(s): program permission.
  
  • RT 406 - Clinical Practicum

    (4)
    Continuation of RT 405.
    Prerequisite(s): program permission.

Radiologic Technology

  
  • RAD 311 - Methods of Patient Care I

    (2)
    An overview of basic nursing procedures such as sterile technique, vital body signs, shock, fracture, etc.; correct body mechanics and patient transport; routine and emergency patient care procedures; the purpose and radiographic identification of tubes/lines.
    Prerequisite(s): RAD specialization standing.
  
  • RAD 331 - Radiologic Physics I

    (3)
    The principles of atomic theory, x-ray production and generation, and the characteristics of x-rays. The entire x-ray circuit is covered, as well as the function of the circuits’ individual components. Basic electronics, electrostatics, magnetism, the structure of matter, etc. are covered.
    Prerequisite(s): RAD specialization standing.
  
  • RAD 333 - Principles of Radiographic Exposure I

    (3)
    This course covers the principles of x-ray and image receptor exposure. Topics include: attenuation, image formation, image brightness and gray scale interpretation.
    Prerequisite(s): RAD specialization standing.
  
  • RAD 334 - Principles of Radiographic Exposure II

    (2)
    Continued focus on image formation and image receptor exposure. Topics include factors affecting image quality and automatic exposure control.
    Prerequisite(s): RAD specialization standing.
  
  • RAD 341 - Radiographic Procedures I

    (4)
    An introduction to radiographic positioning, terminology and procedures. Instruction in radiographic anatomy, positioning and pathology of chest, abdomen, upper extremity and lower extremity.
    Prerequisite(s): RAD specialization standing.
  
  • RAD 342 - Radiographic Procedures II

    (2)
    Instruction in radiographic anatomy, positioning and pathology of the gastrointestinal and urinary systems, bony pelvis, bony thorax and spine.
  
  • RAD 345 - Radiographic Image Evaluation I

    (2)
    An in-depth study of basic radiographic images, focusing on critique of images based on proper positioning, and pathology.
    Prerequisite(s): RAD specialization standing.
  
  • RAD 404 - Quality Assurance and Imaging

    (3)
    Elements of a radiology quality assurance program with specific equipment testing methods are presented. Examines in-depth digital concepts regarding post processing images and other digital applications.
    Prerequisite(s): RAD specialization standing.
  
  • RAD 407 - Radiation Biology and Protection

    (2)
    Overview of the principles of radiation interactions with living organisms. Early and late effects of radiation exposure are discussed. Methods to limit occupational and patient exposures are covered.
    Prerequisite(s): RAD specialization standing.
  
  • RAD 411 - Methods of Patient Care II

    (1)
    Examination of medical emergencies, radiographic contrast material and pharmacology. Venipuncture and interventional radiography are included.
    Prerequisite(s): RAD specialization standing.
  
  • RAD 431 - Radiologic Physics II

    (3)
    Continuation of RAD 331.
  
  • RAD 433 - Principles of Radiographic Exposure III

    (2)
    Focus on digital aspect of radiographic image production. Basic computer and digital concepts are discussed, as well as analysis of the digital image.
    Prerequisite(s): RAD specialization standing.
  
  • RAD 434 - Principles of Radiographic Exposure IV

    (3)
    Exploration of the use of specialized diagnostic equipment in fluoroscopy, mobile radiography, tomography and mammagraphy.
    Prerequisite(s): RAD specialization standing.
  
  • RAD 441 - Radiographic Procedures III

    (3)
    Instruction in radiographic anatomy, positioning and pathology of the skull, sinuses, facial bones, nasal bones and mandible. Includes exploration of mammography, trauma, mobile, surgical, and pediatric radiography.
    Prerequisite(s): RAD specialization standing.
  
  • RAD 442 - Radiographic Procedures IV

    (3)
    Instruction in advanced radiographic procedures. Topics include interventional radiography, special procedures, computed tomography and specialty positions.
    Prerequisite(s): RAD specialization standing.
  
  • RAD 445 - Radiographic Image Evaluation II

    (1)
    An in depth study of basic radiographic images focusing on critique of images based on positioning, pathology, radiation protection and technical image quality. This course requires student research and formal presentation of findings.
    Prerequisite(s): RAD specialization standing.
  
  • RAD 450 - Senior Seminar

    (2)
    This course covers emerging technologies, special radiography and career topics. Topics include: preparation for credentialing in radiography, credentialing exam strategies, review of specific credentialing topic areas. Simulated credentialing exams and student specific results are reviewed.
    Prerequisite(s): RAD specialization standing.
  
  • RAD 451 - Clinical Practicum I

    (3)
    Student will gain hands-on experience and begin to achieve competency in basic radiographic procedures under the supervision and guidance of registered technologists.
    Prerequisite(s): program permission.
  
  • RAD 452 - Clinical Practicum II

    (3)
    Continuation of RAD 451. Increased participation and performance is expected.
    Prerequisite(s): RAD specialization standing.
  
  • RAD 453 - Clinical Practicum III

    (3)
    Continuation of RAD 452. Increased participation and performance is expected. Emphasis on progression of competency and professional development.
    Prerequisite(s): RAD specialization standing.
  
  • RAD 454 - Clinical Practicum IV

    (3)
    Continuation of RAD 453. Emphasis is placed on increased competence and confidence in the development of personal routine practices.
    Prerequisite(s): RAD specialization standing.
  
  • RAD 455 - Clinical Practicum V

    (3)
    Continuation of RAD 454. Oportunities are provided in general radiography and advanced imaging modalities. Emphasis is placed on increased competence and confidence in the development of personal routine practices.
    Prerequisite(s): RAD specialization standing.
  
  • RAD 456 - Clinical Practicum VI

    (3)
    Continuation of RAD 455. Opportunities are provided in general radiography and advanced imaging modalities. Focus is on performing at entry-level.
    Prerequisite(s): RAD specialization standing.

Reading

  
  • RDG 331 - Teaching Of Reading

    (4)
    Basic course in the teaching of reading in the elementary and middle grades. Content includes strategies for teaching comprehension, phonics, emerging literacy, methods of reading instruction, and other pertinent issues. Includes a required field experience.
    Prerequisite(s): admission to major; FE 310, FE 315, or FE 406; EED 354, EED 420, IST 396.
    Corequisite(s): RDG 333.
    Pre/Corequisite(s): RDG 333.
  
  • RDG 332 - Literature For Children

    (4)
    Focuses on the critical evaluation of children’s literature, understanding its history, assessing children’s needs and developmental levels, and selecting and using quality literature with children.
    Prerequisite(s): WRT 160 or equivalent.
  
  • RDG 333 - Teaching the Language Arts

    (2 or 4)
    Preparation for teaching language arts in elementary arts in elementary and middle grades. Content includes oral language development, listening, writing, spelling and the reading-writing connection. Includes a required field experience.
    Prerequisite(s): admission to major, FE 310, FE 315, EED 354, EED 420, IST 396.
    Corequisite(s): RDG 331.
    Pre/Corequisite(s): RDG 331.
  
  • RDG 334 - Teaching Writing in the Elementary and Secondary School

    (4)
    Basic course in teaching the writing process. Students participate in writing workshops, discuss instructional issues and methods, and experience writing through personal engagement in the writing process.
    Prerequisite(s): WRT 160.
  
  • RDG 338 - Teaching Reading in the Content Areas

    (4)
    Designed for content subject learning in the secondary classroom. Focuses on the reading process, strategies and materials for teaching reading in English, social studies and other subjects. Includes a required field experience.
    Prerequisite(s): admission to secondary education program or permission of instructor.
  
  • RDG 414 - Reading Appraisal in the Elementary Classroom

    (2 or 4)
    Focuses on the assessment of reading. Uses formal and informal assessment instruments. Students learn to use assessment data to develop instructional programs. Specifically involves reading instruction with pupils and involvement with school personnel. Includes a required field experience.
    Prerequisite(s): admission to major, FE 310, FE 315, EED 310, EED 354, EED 420, IST 396, RDG 331, RDG 333, SE 355.
  
  • RDG 490 - Independent Study and Research

    (2 or 4)
    Directed individual reading research. May be repeated 2 times for a maximum of 8 credits. Departmental permission required. Students must obtain written faculty agreement to supervise their study before permission is granted.
    Prerequisite(s): RDG 331, RDG 333.

Religion

  
  • REL 100 - Introduction To Religion

    (4)
    Critical, comparative study of the human religious experience, as well as an examination of various methodological approaches employed by academic disciplines in the study of religion.
  
  • REL 101 - Introduction to Islam

    (4)
    Pre-Islamic Arabia, Muhammad and early Islamic history; the Qur’an and basic beliefs, practices and law; the Islamic Caliphate; Islam in the modern world and Muslims in America; women in Islam and other contemporary issues. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the global perspective knowledge exploration area.
  
  • REL 102 - Introduction to Judaism

    (4)
    Religious beliefs, practices and philosophies embedded within the major historical experiences (Biblical and Daisporic) of Jewish people including main institutional branches of Judaism, central characteristics of Jewish culture, and their relationship with non-Jewish groups and societies. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the global perspective knowledge exploration area.
  
  • REL 103 - Introduction to Christianity

    (4)
    Key ideas, major concepts, and peculiar language of the Christian religious experience. Focus on history of Christianity, creeds and doctrines of various denominations, Christianity’s cultural influences, and Christian ethical systems. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the global perspective knowledge exploration area.
  
  • REL 150 - World Religious Traditions

    (4)
    Examines the core teachings and practices of the world’s major religious traditions, including Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Chinese religions. Emphasis is on terminology developed within each tradition, identification of human problems that each attempts to solve, and the insights and problematic issues that arise from these attempts. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the global perspective knowledge exploration area.
  
  • REL 201 - Introduction to Sacred Texts

    (4)
    Explores the various roles played by sacred texts within both Western and Eastern religious traditions. Core texts from these traditions are analyzed and compared, revealing the basic approaches to religious life contained in each.
  
  • REL 271 - Magic, Witchcraft and Religion

    (4)
    Identical with AN 271.
  
  • REL 300 - Special Topics in Religious Studies

    (4)
    Topics in history, literature, culture and philosophy of different religious traditions. May be repeated for additional credit under different subtitle.
  
  • REL 303 - American Religious Experience

    (4)
    Study of a variety of religious traditions (e.g., Buddhist, Catholic, Hindu, Islamic, Native American, Protestant) as these are understood and lived by followers within the modern pluralistic society of North America. Also focuses on secularity, “NRM’s” (New Religious Movements), and the emergence of American-born spiritual communities of faith.
  
  • REL 305 - The Sociology of Religion

    (4)
    Identical with SOC 305.
    Prerequisite(s): SOC 100 or 205.
  
  • REL 307 - Jewish History

    (4)
    Survey of Jewish history from its foundation to more modern periods, including such topics as the Jewish Patriarchs, Jewish kingdoms, Jews in the Roman Empire, Jews in the Medieval Period, and Jewish experiences in Europe and the United States.
 

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