Sep 27, 2024  
2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2019-2020 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.

Course Renumbering Project

Effective the Fall 2017 semester, all undergraduate and graduate courses at Oakland University were renumbered from 3 digits to 4 digits.

Most subject codes will remain the same, but the new four-digit course numbers may in some cases be similar to the previous three-digit course numbers and in other cases be different because academic departments have resequenced their course numbers.

Follow this link to the conversion list.

This searchable PDF is a guide to see how the course numbers have changed. Each row represents a course, and the columns represent: the subject code, the previous three-digit course number,and the new four-digit course number for that course, beginning in Fall 2017.

To search this PDF for a specific course using the old number, you can just hit “Control” (or “Command” if on Mac) and “F,” then type in a specific course (e.g. “WRT 160”) to find the new course number .

The following subject codes have changed:

  • Studio Art (SA) changed to (ART)
  • Some English (ENG) courses changed to Creative Writing (CW)
  • Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) and Computer and Information Technology (CIT) changed to Computer Science and Informatics (CSI)
  • Music Theory and Composition (MUT) changed to either Applied Music (MUA) or Musicology and Music Education (MUS)
  • (MLS) changed to (CDS)
  • Some (JRN) courses changed to (PR)

For more information, please contact your academic adviser. Graduate students, please contact your academic department for advising.

NOTE: If you enrolled or transferred after fall 2014 please be sure to search the 2017-18 catalog courses and review the 3 to 4 digit conversions list.

 

French Language

  
  • FRH 2150 - Second Year French II

    (4)
    Two-semester sequence continuing the work of FRH 1140  and FRH 1150  with the addition of cultural and literary readings. FRH 2140  must be taken first. FRH 2140  or FRH 2150 satisfy the university general education requirement in the foreign language and culture knowledge exploration area or the knowledge application integration area, not both. Prerequisite for knowledge application integration: completion of the university general education requirement in the foreign language and culture knowledge exploration area.
    Prerequisite(s): one year of college French or equivalent.
  
  • FRH 2160 - Basic French Conversation

    (2)
    Designed to develop the student’s ability to organize and express ideas in French with a minimum of inhibition.
    Prerequisite(s): FRH 1150 
  
  • FRH 3120 - French Phonetics and Listening Comprehension

    (2)
    Group and individual practice in the sound system of French, with special attention to listening comprehension problems. Both written and laboratory work required. Offered fall semester.
    Prerequisite(s): FRH 2150 
  
  • FRH 3140 - French Grammar Review

    (4)
    Review of French grammar through a variety of approaches such as reading, translation and composition. Conducted in French.
    Prerequisite(s): FRH 2150 
  
  • FRH 3160 - French Conversation

    (2)
    Practice in speaking at intermediate level. Format may include oral presentations and phonetics. Offered winter semester.
    Prerequisite(s): FRH 2150 
  
  • FRH 3180 - French Composition

    (2)
    Practice in written composition. Techniques of textual analysis and exposition are introduced. Offered fall semester. 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): FRH 2150 , FRH 3140  highly recommended.
  
  • FRH 3510 - French Civilization

    (4)
    An overview of contemporary life, education and socio-economic conditions in France. Conducted in French. Offered in fall semester.
    Prerequisite(s): FRH 2150 
  
  • FRH 3550 - Translation into English

    (4)
    Translation from French to English of materials that may range from commercial and technical to literary. Offered winter semester.
    Prerequisite(s): FRH 3140 
  
  • FRH 3570 - French Business Communication

    (4)
    Introduction to basic business communication skills, including essential reading, writing and speaking activities. Offered in alternate years.
    Prerequisite(s): FRH 3140 
  
  • FRH 3700 - Introduction to French and Francophone Cinema and Literature

    (4)
    A study of French and francophone cinema and literature based on selected films and readings. Conducted in French. Offered fall semester.
    Prerequisite(s): FRH 2150 , FRH 3140  recommended.
  
  • FRH 3800 - Survey of French Literature

    (4)
    A survey of French literature. Intended to supplement the work of FRH 3700 .  Conducted in French. Offered winter semester.
    Prerequisite(s): FRH 2150  and FRH 3140  recommended.
  
  • FRH 3920 - Directed Readings in French

    (2 OR 4)
    Directed individual readings in French. May be repeated.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
  
  • FRH 4080 - Advanced French Conversation

    (2)
    Practice in speaking at an advanced level. Format may include oral presentations and readings.
    Prerequisite(s): FRH 3160 
  
  • FRH 4160 - French Literature from the Middle Ages through the Sixteenth Century

    (4)
    A study of works in various genres of several periods. Works and authors may include epics, bawdy tales, courtly romances, Villon, Rabelais and Montaigne. Conducted in French. 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. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): FRH 3140 , FRH 3700  and FRH 3800 
  
  • FRH 4170 - French Literature - Seventeenth and Eighteenth Centuries

    (4)
    A study of works in various genres by leading French authors such as Pascal, Corneille, Racine, Moliere, La Fontaine, Montesquieu, Diderot, Rousseau and Voltaire. Conducted in French. 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. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): FRH 3140 , FRH 3700  and FRH 3800 
  
  • FRH 4190 - French Literature - Nineteenth Century

    (4)
    A study of works in various genres by leading French authors such as Stendhal, Balzac, Hugo, Nerval, Flaubert, Zola, Baudelaire and Mallarme. Conducted in French. 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. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): FRH 3140 , FRH 3700  and FRH 3800 
  
  • FRH 4200 - French Literature - Twentieth Century

    (4)
    Study of contemporary genres demonstrating different approaches to study of works in various genres by leading French and francophone authors from 1900 to the present. May include works by Gide, Proust, Sartre, Beauvoir, Duras, Ionesco, Valery, Conde, Djebar, among others. Conducted in French. 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. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): FRH 3140 , FRH 3700  and FRH 3800 
  
  • FRH 4550 - Translation into French

    (4)
    Translation from English into French of a wide variety of materials that may range from commercial and technical to literary. Offered fall semester in alternate years.
    Prerequisite(s): FRH 3140 , FRH 3160 , and FRH 3180  
  
  • FRH 4800 - Independent Translation Project

    (4 TO 8)
    Directed annotated translation from French into English of a major work in the student’s field. May not be counted toward the major.
    Prerequisite(s): FRH 3550  and FRH 4550  and permission of department.
  
  • FRH 4970 - Undergraduate Seminar

    (2 OR 4)
    Study of individual authors, selected themes or critical problems. Conducted in French. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major.
    Prerequisite(s): completion of the university writing foundation requirement. FRH 3140 , FRH 3700  and FRH 3800  
  
  • FRH 4995 - Independent Reading and Research

    (2 TO 8)
    Directed individual research and reading for advanced French majors. May be repeated.
    Prerequisite(s): two 4000 level French literature courses and permission of department.

Geography

The following courses offered under the geography rubric are available only to students fulfilling requirements for the elementary education teaching minor in social studies.  Students in other programs may register for these courses under the home department rubric as indicated below.

  
  • GEO 1060 - Earth Science/Physical Geography

    (4)
    Identical with PHY 1060 . Satisfies the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
  
  • GEO 2000 - Global Human Systems

    (4)
    Identical with AN 2130  and IS 2000 . Satisfies the university general education requirement in the global perspective knowledge exploration area.
  

German Language

  
  • GRM 1140 - Introduction to German Language and Culture I

    (4)
    A two-semester sequence in the fundamentals of German and German culture. A beginning course. GRM 1140 must be taken first. GRM 1140 or GRM 1150  satisfy the university general education requirement in the foreign language and culture knowledge exploration area.
  
  • GRM 1150 - Introduction to German Language and Culture II

    (4)
    A two-semester sequence in the fundamentals of German and German culture. A beginning course. GRM 1140  must be taken first. GRM 1140  or GRM 1150 satisfy the university general education requirement in the foreign language and cultural knowledge exploration area.
  
  • GRM 2140 - Second Year German I

    (4)
    A two-semester sequence continuing the work of GRM 1140  and GRM 1150  with the addition of cultural and literary readings. GRM 2140 must be taken first. GRM 2140 or GRM 2150  satisfy the university general education requirement in the foreign language and culture knowledge exploration area or the knowledge application integration area, not both. Prerequisite for knowledge application integration: completion of the university general education requirement in the foreign language and culture knowledge exploration area.
    Prerequisite(s): one year of college German or equivalent.
  
  • GRM 2150 - Second Year German II

    (4)
    A two-semester sequence continuing the work of GRM 1140  and GRM 1150  with the addition of cultural and literary readings. GRM 2140  must be taken first. GRM 2140  or GRM 2150 satisfy the university general education requirement in the foreign language and culture knowledge exploration area or the knowledge application integration area, not both. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the university general education requirement in the foreign language and culture knowledge exploration area.
    Prerequisite(s): one year of college German or equivalent.
  
  • GRM 2920 - Directed Readings in German

    (2 OR 4)
    A reading course for non-majors interested in research in a particular area. Approximately 50 hours of reading per credit; one conference weekly with the instructor.
    Prerequisite(s): GRM 2150  
  
  • GRM 3000 - Germany Exchange: Oldenburg I

    (4 TO 18)
    Course work is taken at the University of Oldenburg in Germany and includes German Language study and additional appropriate course work with German as the language of instruction.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of program coordinator.
  
  • GRM 3010 - Intermediate German

    (4)
    Intermediate German
  
  • GRM 3140 - Adv GRM Grammar/Texts/Contexts

    (4)
    Review and refinement of German grammatical and literary skills with an emphasis on the development of cultural understandings. Offered fall semester.
    Prerequisite(s): GRM 2150  or equivalent.
  
  • GRM 3160 - German Conversation

    (2)
    Provides a transition between the carefully structured activities of other intermediate courses and free manipulation of the spoken language. Must be taken concurrently with GRM 3180 . Offered winter semester.
    Prerequisite(s): GRM 3140  or equivalent.
  
  • GRM 3180 - German Composition

    (2)
    Practice in written composition. Techniques of textual analysis and exposition are introduced. Must be taken concurrently with GRM 3160 . Offered winter semester. 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): GRM 3140  or equivalent.
  
  • GRM 3400 - German Culture I

    (4)
    German culture of the twentieth century, with emphasis on the period since World War II and particularly the present. Conducted in German. Offered fall semester in alternate years.
    Prerequisite(s): GRM 3140  or equivalent
  
  • GRM 3550 - Translation: German

    (4)
    Translation from German to English of a range of materials from commercial and technical to literary, with an emphasis on idiomatic English. Offered fall semester.
    Prerequisite(s): GRM 3160  and GRM 3180 
  
  • GRM 3710 - Introduction to the Study of German Literature

    (4)
    Introduction to literary genres and critical approaches, using selected works of German literature. Conducted in German.
    Prerequisite(s): GRM 2150 
  
  • GRM 3810 - Great Works in German Literature

    (4)
    An historical survey. Conducted in German.
    Prerequisite(s): GRM 2150 
  
  • GRM 3920 - Directed Readings in German

    (2 OR 4)
    Directed individual readings in German. May be repeated.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
  
  • GRM 3930 - Field Experience in Teaching German in Elementary and Middle Schools

    (2 OR 4)
    Provides supervised experience in teaching German in elementary and middle schools. Graded S/U. May be repeated for credit once. Does not carry credit toward departmental major.
    Prerequisite(s): GRM 3140  or equivalent.
  
  • GRM 4000 - Germany Exchange: Oldenburg II

    (4 TO 18)
    Course work is taken at the University of Oldenburg in Germany and includes German language study and additional appropriate course work with German as the language of instruction.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of program coordinator.
  
  • GRM 4080 - Advanced German Conversation

    (4)
    Practice in speaking at the advanced level. Format may include oral presentations and readings.
    Prerequisite(s): GRM 3160  or permission of instructor
  
  • GRM 4130 - German Literature from the Middle Ages through the Seventeenth Century

    (4)
    A study of works in all genres by leading authors of the period including Walter von der Vogelweide, Wolfram von Eschenbach, Gottfried von Strassburg and Grimmelshausen. Conducted in German. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): GRM 3710  and GRM 3810 
  
  • GRM 4180 - German Literature - Eighteenth Century

    (4)
    A study of representative works of Lessing, Goethe and Schiller, which exemplify the intellectual and artistic currents of this period. Conducted in German. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): GRM 3710  and GRM 3810 
  
  • GRM 4190 - German Literature - Nineteenth Century

    (4)
    A study of works in all genres by leading authors of the period with emphasis on the lyric poetry of Romanticism, the dramas of Kleist, Grillparzer and Hebbel, and the novella of Poetic Realism. Conducted in German. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): GRM 3710  and GRM 3810 
  
  • GRM 4200 - German Literature - Twentieth Century

    (4)
    A study of works and movements in various genres from Naturalism to the present by authors such as Schnitzler, Toller, Brecht, Mann, Boll, Wolf, Celan and Kirsch. Conducted in German. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): GRM 3710  and GRM 3810 
  
  • GRM 4400 - German Culture II

    (4)
    Culture in history before 1900. The course covers the principal characteristics of culture and civilization generally regarded as important by German-speaking people themselves. Conducted in German. Offered winter semester in alternate years.
    Prerequisite(s): GRM 3400  or reading ability at the fourth-year level.
  
  • GRM 4550 - Translation into German

    (4)
    Translation from English into German of a wide variety of materials ranging from commercial and technical to literary. Individual students may emphasize areas of interest. Offered winter semester in alternate years.
    Prerequisite(s): GRM 3180  and GRM 3550 
  
  • GRM 4570 - Business German

    (4)
    Introduction to the essential vocabulary and style specific to German business as well as to the basic workings of the German economy. All language skills receive equal emphasis.
    Prerequisite(s): GRM 3160  and GRM 3180 
  
  • GRM 4800 - Independent Translation Project

    (4 TO 8)
    Directed annotated translation from German into English of a major work in the student’s field. May not be counted toward the major.
    Prerequisite(s): GRM 3550  and GRM 4550  and permission of department.
  
  • GRM 4970 - Undergraduate Seminar

    (2 OR 4)
    Study of individual authors, selected themes or critical problems. Conducted in German. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): GRM 3710  and GRM 3810 
  
  • GRM 4995 - Independent Reading and Research

    (2 TO 8)
    Directed individual research and reading for advanced German majors. May be repeated.
    Prerequisite(s): two 4000 level German literature courses and permission of department.

Graphic Design

  
  • DES 1130 - Foundations of Graphic Design

    (4)
    Exploration of the professional practice of graphic design as an applied art form. Emphasis will be placed on image, text, and grid system structures. Students will be introduced to graphic design history and theory.
    Prerequisite(s): ART 1002  and ART 1004  
  
  • DES 2230 - Graphic Design I

    (4)
    Conceptual and technical approaches to graphic design. Print-specific assignments will address concept through basic applied practices of print/digital production.
    Prerequisite(s): DES 1130  with a grade of (B-) or higher.
  
  • DES 3330 - Graphic Design II

    (4)
    Branding and identity class. Through independent and group case studies and design projects, students will explore solutions for developing effective and meaningful identity systems.
    Prerequisite(s): DES 2230  with a grade of (B-) or higher.
  
  • DES 3340 - Web Design I

    (4)
    Aesthetics, methodologies, and tools of web design. Students will learn to balance technical skills with artistic skills to create web pages that are conceptually interesting, easily navigable, visually pleasing, and functional.
    Prerequisite(s): DES 1130  with a grade of (B-) or higher.
  
  • DES 3345 - Web Design II

    (4)
    Advanced web page design techniques including scripting and site design issues such as scalability, maintenance, and integration of web technologies into business and organizational context.
    Prerequisite(s): DES 3340  with a grade of (B-) or higher.
  
  • DES 3350 - Typography

    (4)
    Exploration of typography as used in applied and fine art forms through traditional hands-on and digital design assignments. Emphasis placed on type as form.
    Prerequisite(s): DES 1130  with a grade of (B-) or higher.
  
  • DES 3360 - Motion Graphics

    (4)
    Exploration of conceptual and technical approaches to motion graphics. Emphasis will be placed on text, object, and the interaction between the two over time.
    Prerequisite(s): DES 3350  with a grade of (B-) or higher.
  
  • DES 3370 - Digital Illustration in Graphic Design

    (4)
    Study of illustration concepts and techniques through lectures and studio assignments. May include both traditional mediums and digital illustration assignments.
    Prerequisite(s): DES 2230  with a grade of (B-) or higher.
  
  • DES 3375 - Investigating Printmaking

    (4)
    Introduction to printmaking techniques, terminology and medias.  The students will be introduced to woodcuts, screen-printing, etching and lithography as an art form.  Students will also learn to create designs suited for each printing method.
    Prerequisite(s): ART 1002  and ART 1004  
  
  • DES 3380 - Community Design

    (4)
    Creation of quality design concepts for non-profit organizations. Students will work in teams to pitch ideas, develop designs and follow design concepts through to production as if part of an operational graphic design studio.
    Prerequisite(s): DES 2230  and DES 3350 , each with a grade of (B-) or higher.
  
  • DES 3390 - Package Design

    (4)
    In-depth look at the design, production, evaluation, and analysis of various types of packaging. Creative solutions for package design, three-dimensional mock-ups and models, material restrictions and limitations.
    Prerequisite(s): DES 3330  with a grade of (B-) or higher.
  
  • DES 3900 - Special Topics in Graphic Design

    (4)
    Current issues and contemporary approaches in the areas of graphic design for which no regular course offerings exist. Topic, Instructor and prerequisite will be announced before each offering. May be repeated for 4 additional credits under different subtitle.
  
  • DES 3910 - Study Abroad in DES

    (1 TO 4)
    Specific topics and directed individual research in graphic design offered through International Education. Specific international program will be announced in the schedule of classes.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of director of International Education.
  
  • DES 3950 - Internship in Design

    (4)
    Field experience for design majors under faculty supervision. An academic project that incorporates student performance in an occupational setting.
    Prerequisite(s): junior/senior standing; 16 credits in graphic design, of which at least 8 must be at the 3000-4000 level; permission of instructor.
  
  • DES 4430 - Graphic Design III

    (4)
    Process of creating professional-level design work, from written concept brief through finished design package.
    Prerequisite(s): DES 3340  and DES 3330  
  
  • DES 4997 - College Teaching Apprentice DES

    (2 OR 4)
    Supervised participation in teaching an undergraduate course in graphic design. Discussion of teaching objectives and methods.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor
  
  • DES 4999 - Senior Thesis in Graphic Design

    (4)
    Directed individual study requiring development of a coherent package of advanced graphic design work, culminating in a thesis exhibition and thesis paper. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): DES 3360  and DES 4430  and permission of instructor.

Health Science

  
  • HS 1000 - Careers in Health

    (1)
    An introduction to programs and career opportunities offered through the School of Health Sciences. This is an important required course for students interested in all programs within the School. We will address curriculum planning, career options associated with the various programs, internships and capstone experiences.
  
  • HS 2000 - Introduction to Health and Health Behaviors

    (4)
    This course explores the impact health behaviors such as stress management, sleep, dietary intake and physical activity have on risk for chronic diseases including obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer, with an emphasis on prevention. In addition, this course will focus on evidence based recommendations, the use of health sciences research, and identification of credible sources. Satisfies the general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
  
  • HS 2150 - Stress Management

    (3)
    In this experiential and interactive course, students will learn and apply evidence-based concepts and skills to prevent and manage stress effectively. This course presents materials on personality, exercise, time management, meditation, mindfulness, relaxation, communication, and other stress management techniques.
  
  • HS 2250 - Research Methods in Health Science

    (4)
    This course is an undergraduate introduction to the research process, such as design, function and interpretation of research in the social sciences. Provides necessary preparation to evaluate the empirically based content in the health sciences.
    Prerequisite(s): HS 2000  (C)
  
  • HS 3000 - Community and Public Health

    (4)
    Biological, psychosocial, socio-cultural, economic, philosophical, political, ethical, environmental, community and public health organization factors, as determinants of health are discussed relative to the distribution, cause, prevention, and treatment of disease. Topics include epidemiological health indicators, goals, systems of health care delivery, disparities, diversity/stereotyping, gender, age and disability issues. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the social science knowledge exploration area and in U.S. Diversity.
    Prerequisite(s): HS 2000  or instructor permission.
  
  • HS 3350 - Introduction to Environmental Health Sciences

    (4)
    This course serves as an introduction to the core concepts, principles, and applications of environmental health sciences. Students will learn the sources of and ways to control the important physical, chemical, biological, and sociological factors that impact human health in various environments.
    Prerequisite(s): HS 2000  
    Pre/Corequisite(s): HS 3000 
  
  • HS 3400 - Contemporary Topics in Health

    (2)
    An evidence-based approach for understanding contemporary issues in health from an interdisciplinary perspective integrating biological, psychological, sociological, philosophical, and ethical perspectives.
    Prerequisite(s): HS 2000 , WRT 1060 
  
  • HS 3430 - Sociology of Health and Medicine

    (4)
    The sociological study of medicine and the uses of sociology in medicine, definitions of health and illness, disease and death, health care occupations, medical malpractice, the organization of health services and trends in health and medicine. Identical to SOC 3430 .
  
  • HS 3440 - Introduction to Community Engagement

    (4)
    This course will explore fundamental questions about what is the nature of service, what leads to the formation of true community, what constitutes a healthy social system, and what is the relationship between community wellbeing and a myriad of social structures. This course provides an overview of theory and practice emphasizing critical analysis of policies, services and trends. The purpose of this course is to provide an opportunity to explore service, community, and health by combining a community service experience with your academic study.
  
  • HS 3450 - Leadership and Healthcare

    (4)
    The course will exam leadership theory and research, and will emphasize the development of leadership and interpersonal skills necessary in the field of healthcare though case study analysis, self-assessment, and reflective thinking methods.
  
  • HS 3460 - Community Engaged Research Experience

    (4)
    This service-learning based class provides students with knowledge and hands-on experience with applied research methodologies in community settings. Students will explore theory and application of both qualitative and quantitative methodologies within diverse populations.
  
  • HS 3500 - Health Behavior Theories

    (3)
    This course provides an introduction to determinants of health-related behaviors and how health behavior theory can be used in health education and behavior research and practice.
    Prerequisite(s): HS 2000  
  
  • HS 4410 - Integrative Holistic Medicine Principles and Practice

    (4)
    Evidence-based complementary and alternative modalities will be explored and used to formulate new, holistic approaches for promoting health and treating diseases. Discussions will be related to students’ life experiences and other disciplines. Topics include: stress management, psychoneuroimmunology, biofeedback, nutrition, herbology and oriental medicine.
  
  • HS 4420 - Mind-Body Medicine

    (2)
    Examines the role of stress, emotions and other psychological states that bring about physiological changes affecting health and disease. Topics include psychoneuroimmunology, stress management, guided imagery, the relaxation response, exercise, nutrition, laughter and humor, and the role of personality. Applications include patient motivation, empowerment and variability in response to treatment.
  
  • HS 4430 - Modalities for Healing

    (4)
    Healing differentiated from curative approaches, and an introduction to frequently used complementary and alternative therapies including massage, hypnosis, herbology, osteopathic manipulation, acupuncture, chiropractic, naturopathy and homeopathy. Critical examination of the techniques used, possible mechanisms, evidence for safety and efficacy, and professional training/credentialing.
    Prerequisite(s): HS 4410  or HS 4420  with a minimum grade of D.
  
  • HS 4440 - Healing Traditions

    (4)
    This course examines and compares Eastern and Western healing traditions. Origin, evolution, applications, and degree of acceptance of these healing traditions is examined with regard to individual beliefs, and in relation to cultural, historical, political, and economic aspects of competing health systems.
    Prerequisite(s): HS 4410  or HS 4420  with a minimum grade of D
  
  • HS 4450 - Laughter as Therapeutic Modality

    (4)
    Exploration of the health benefits of laughter therapy including mediatory effects on immune system functioning, pain reduction, and utility in stress management. Students will investigate the extant research relating to humor as a healing modality, while having opportunities to add to that knowledge through a laboratory component. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge application integration area. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both.
    Prerequisite(s): completion of the university writing foundation requirement. Completion of the university general education requirement in either the natural science and technology or the social science knowledge exploration area.
  
  • HS 4460 - Mindfulness

    (4)
    An overview of the practice of mindfulness (formal and informal), the mind-body connection, and utilizing mindfulness in stress reduction, transforming fear, and interpersonal relationships.
    Prerequisite(s): WRT 1060   (minimum grade of C), HS 2000 
  
  • HS 4500 - Ethics in Health Care

    (4)
    Examination and application of ethical theories, moral principles, and legal standards to contemporary issues that shape professional responsibility and decision making in health care practice and research. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience. Satisfies university general education requirement for writing intensive courses in the major. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
  
  • HS 4550 - Qualitative Research Methods

    (4)
    The course will cover underlying epistemology, study design principles, data collection methods, and data analysis strategies of qualitative research. Students will read, critique, and discuss examples of published qualitative research and then collect and analyze qualitative data to answer a research question of their choice. Instructor permission required. Cross list with PH 5550.
  
  • HS 4650 - Social Determinants of Health

    (4)
    This course will examine the structural and social factors that impact health, the connection between these factors and health inequities, and promising interventions to address these social determinants of health. Instructor permission required. Cross list with PH 5650.
  
  • HS 4750 - Global Health and Social Issues

    (4)
    Introduction to global health and social issues particularly in developing countries. Course examines social, cultural, and environmental contexts in which people live and how factors influence health and development. Topics include poverty, development, sexuality, inequity, and health programs in low-resource settings.
    Prerequisite(s): HS 2000  or instructor permission.
  
  • HS 4900 - Special Topics

    (2 TO 4)
    May be repeated for additional credit.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
  
  • HS 4930 - Field Experience in Integrative Studies

    (4)
    This course integrates previous academic course work into a coherent understanding of how the educational experience serves to enhance individual and community well being. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major. Prerequisite of the university writing foundation requirement. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): WRT 1060  with at least a (C) and Integrative Studies major standing or instructor permission.
  
  • HS 4995 - Directed Study

    (1 TO 4)
    Student-initiated and problem-oriented directed study focusing on health sciences issues. May be repeated for additional credit. Graded numerically or S/U.
    Prerequisite(s): departmental permission.

Hebrew Language

  
  • HBR 1140 - Introduction to Hebrew Language and Culture I

    (4)
    A two-semester sequence in the fundamentals of Hebrew and Israeli culture. A beginning course. HBR 1140 must be taken first. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the foreign language and culture knowledge exploration area.
  
  • HBR 1150 - Introduction to Hebrew Language and Culture II

    (4)
    A two-semester sequence in the fundamentals of Hebrew and Israeli culture. HBR 1140  must be taken first. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the foreign language and culture knowledge exploration area.
  
  • HBR 2140 - Second Year Hebrew I

    (4)
    A two-semester sequence continuing the work of HBR 1140  and HBR 1150  with the addition of cultural and literary readings. Conducted in Hebrew. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the foreign language and culture knowledge exploration area or the knowledge applications integration area, not both. Prerequisite for knowledge applications: completion of the university general education requirement in the foreign language and culture knowledge exploration area.
    Prerequisite(s): one year of college Hebrew or equivalent.
  
  • HBR 2150 - Second Year Hebrew II

    (4)
    A two-semester sequence continuing the work of HBR 1140  and HBR 1150  with the addition of cultural and literary readings. Conducted in Hebrew. HBR 2140  must be taken first. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications: completion of the university general education requirement in the foreign language and culture knowledge exploration area.
    Prerequisite(s): one year of college Hebrew or equivalent.

History

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.

Course prerequisites

Introductory and survey courses (HST 1300-2999) have no prerequisites. More advanced courses (HST 3000-3999) have a general prerequisite of writing proficiency (e.g., WRT 1060) plus any special requirements listed within the course descriptions. The most advanced research courses at the undergraduate level (HST 4000-4999) have a general requirement of 20 credits in history plus any special requirements listed within the course descriptions.

  
  • HST 1100 - Introduction to American History Before 1877

    (4)
    Surveys American history from colonial times through the Reconstruction era, focusing upon the formation of the United States and the forces promoting unity and division in the new nation. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the western civilization knowledge exploration area. Satisfies the university general education requirement in U.S. diversity.
  
  • HST 1200 - Introduction to American History Since 1877

    (4)
    Surveys American history from Reconstruction to the present, emphasizing the emergence of the United States as an industrial-urban nation with global interests. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the western civilization knowledge exploration area. Satisfies the university general education requirement in U.S. diversity.
 

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