Jul 11, 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.

 

Nutrition

  
  • NTR 4100 - Nutrition and Lifecycles

    (4)
    This course is designed to develop an understanding of the contribution of nutrition to health and well-being throughout the life cycle, and to create a foundation for health promotion and disease prevention during each of life stages.
    Prerequisite(s): NTR 2500  
  
  • NTR 4150 - Nutrient Metabolism

    (4)
    Course addresses the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals. Associations with dietary requirements and disease processes, nutrient interactions, nutrient stability and bioavailability, and food sources will be covered.
    Prerequisite(s): NTR 4100 , CHM 1450 , and BIO 2600 , BIO 3620 , CDS 4250  or BIO 3232  
  
  • NTR 4200 - Nutrition Counseling and Communication

    (4)
    Covers nutrition communication and counseling in individual and group settings. Students will develop and practice skills in counseling for behavior change, education individuals and groups, and communicating to lay and professional audiences.
    Prerequisite(s): NTR 2500 , NTR 2700 , HS 3500 
  
  • NTR 4300 - Food Service Management

    (4)
    Covers principles of food systems and management and provides students with real-world experience in management, food production, and food service operations.
    Prerequisite(s): NTR 2700  and NTR 2750 
  
  • NTR 4400 - Medical Nutrition Therapy I

    (4)
    This course covers disease pathology, nutrition assessment, and nutrition intervention for chronic diseases including obesity, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and kidney disease.
    Prerequisite(s): NTR 2600  and BIO 2600  and NTR 4050
  
  • NTR 4450 - Medical Nutrition Therapy II

    (4)
    This course covers disease pathology, nutrition assessment, and nutrition intervention for acute and chronic diseases including cancer, gastrointestinal disorders, liver disease, bone disease, and special conditions.
    Prerequisite(s): NTR 4400  
  
  • NTR 4500 - Professional Practice & Ethics in Nutrition

    (3)
    Examines professional and ethical practice in nutrition and dietetics. Scope of practice, professional self-assessment, and ethical conduct in practice settings will be explored.
    Prerequisite(s): WRT 1060 , NTR 3000 , senior standing

Operations Research

  
  • MOR 2442 - Elementary Models in Operations Research

    (4)
    Basic techniques in deterministic modeling, Linear, combinatorial, and nonlinear models of real life applications are constructed, solved with optimization software and critically analyzed. Substantial writing component.
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 1555  with a grade of (C) or higher.
  
  • MOR 3330 - Engineering Operations Research

    (3)
    Introduction to operations research models used in decision making and system performance evaluation. Topics include linear programming including simplex method and duality theory, integer linear programming, the assignment and transportation problems, network flows, and dynamic programming. Cross-listed with ISE 3330 .
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 1555  with a grade of (C) or higher and a 2000 level APM/MTH class.
  
  • MOR 3331 - Mathematical Models in Operations Research

    (1)
    Operations research models of real life applications are constructed, solved with optimization software and critically analyzed. Substantial writing component. To be taken with MOR 3330 .
    Corequisite(s): MOR 3330 
  
  • MOR 4554 - Linear and Integer Optimization

    (4)
    Topics include linear and integer programming models, simplex method, complementary slackness, duality, sensitivity analysis, interior point methods systems of alternatives and branch-price-cut.
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 2554  with a grade of (C) or higher and MTH 3002  with a grade of (C) or higher.
  
  • MOR 4555 - Nonlinear Optimizations

    (4)
    Topics include nonlinear programming, convex programming, unconstrained optimization, first and second order conditions, constrained optimization, KKT conditions, quadratic programming and separable convex programming.
    Prerequisite(s): MOR 4554  with a grade of (C) or higher.
  
  • MOR 4556 - Stochastic Models in Operations Research

    (4)
    Stochastic processes including Markov chains with applications to the development and analysis of queuing models. Further topics drawn from such areas as reliability, decision analysis, stochastic inventory control and simulation.
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 2554  with a grade of (C) or higher and MTH 2775  with a grade of (C) or higher and STA 2226  with a grade of (C) or higher.

Organizational Behavior

  
  • ORG 3300 - Introduction to Organizational Behavior

    (3)
    Examination of the theoretical and empirical issues that affect the management of individual, group and organizational processes, including structure, motivation and leadership.
    Prerequisite(s): [ECN 2010  and ECN 2000  or ECN 2020 ] or ECN 2100  with a minimum grade of (C), sophomore standing and students without major standing in the SBA must have a cumulative GPA of 2.6 or better to take this class.
  
  • ORG 3310 - Introduction to the Management of Human Resources

    (3)
    Examination of applied issues relevant to the management of human resources including recruitment, selection, performance appraisal, introduction to applied research, international human resources management and organizational development. Projects applying course concepts are required.
    Prerequisite(s): ORG 3300  with a minimum grade of (C), junior standing and students without major standing in the SBA must have a cumulative GPA of 2.6 or better to take this class.
  
  • ORG 3990 - ACHIEVE III - Human Resource Management (HRME)

    (0)
    Completion of the HR Experience Requirement.
    Prerequisite(s): major standing and SBC 1990  and SBC 2990  
  
  • ORG 4300 - Organizational Research Methods

    (4)
    Use of various behavioral research strategies as input for managerial problem solving. Review of data collection and feedback procedures, including formal research designs and action research. Computer-based exercises will be required.
    Prerequisite(s): ORG 3310  and QMM 2410  with a minimum grade of (C) in each course and junior standing.
  
  • ORG 4310 - Leadership and Group Performance

    (4)
    Comprehensive examination of selected theories of leadership. Emphasis on relevant empirical evidence and application of the theories to case studies that involve leadership behavior and group functioning. Students without major standing in the SBA must have a cumulative GPA of 2.6 or better to take this class.
    Prerequisite(s): Business students: ORG 3300 . Non-Business Students: may be able to register for this course as part of an approved SBA minor, with the permission of the minor coordinator.
  
  • ORG 4320 - Motivation and Work Behavior

    (4)
    Analysis of individual and organizational factors affecting employee motivation, performance and satisfaction in the work environment. Topics include the role of leadership, job design, environmental variation, compensation policies, goal-setting techniques and group influences, as each affects employee attitudes and behavior.
    Prerequisite(s): ORG 3300 , junior standing and students without major standing in the SBA must have a cumulative GPA of 2.6 or better to take this class.
  
  • ORG 4330 - Labor/Management Relations

    (4)
    Analysis of management/employee relations in the private and public sector. Topics include factors influencing the supply and demand for labor, evolution and governance of unions, collective bargaining and public policy.
    Prerequisite(s): ORG 3310 , junior standing and students without major standing in the SBA must have a cumulative GPA of 2.6 or better to take this class.
  
  • ORG 4340 - Advanced Human Resources Management

    (4)
    Discussion of advanced topics in human resources. Topics include compensation, employee involvement, information systems, development, assessment and selection. A project is required.
    Prerequisite(s): ORG 3310  and QMM 2410  with a minimum grade of (C) in each course and junior standing.
  
  • ORG 4600 - Compensation and Benefits

    (4)
    This course introduces issues in compensation and benefit administration. It examines practice context, the criteria used for compensation and benefits, design and implementation issues. Exercises and case studies will demonstrate these concepts.
    Prerequisite(s): ORG 3310  and QMM 2410  with a minimum grade of (C) in each course and junior standing.
  
  • ORG 4700 - International Organizational Behavior and Human Resources Management

    (4)
    Examines both international organizational behavior and human resource management in order to prepare for work in a global environment. Cross-cultural training, managing global managers, compensation, labor relations and repatriation are among the topics covered. Offered every other year.
    Prerequisite(s): ORG 3310 , junior standing and students without major standing in the SBA must have a cumulative GPA of 2.6 or better to take this class.
  
  • ORG 4900 - Topics in Organizational Management

    (1 TO 4)
    Intensive study of organizational behavior and/or human resource management topics. Topics vary from term to term. Sample topics: career development, industrial health and safety, etc. May be repeated for a total of eight credits.
    Prerequisite(s): ORG 3310 , junior standing and students without major standing in the SBA must have a cumulative GPA of 2.6 or better to take this class. Additional prerequisites may be required depending on the type of course being offered.
  
  • ORG 4996 - Independent Study

    (1 TO 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 eight credits.
    Prerequisite(s): major standing, junior standing, an overall GPA of (B) or better and an approved contract prior to registration.

Philosophy

  
  • PHL 1000 - Introduction to Logic

    (4)
    The relationship between conclusions and statements given in support of them. In addition to elementary deductive and inductive logic, topics may include analysis of ordinary arguments, argument by analogy and informal fallacies. Offered every semester. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the formal reasoning knowledge foundation area.
  
  • PHL 1070 - Introduction to Symbolic Logic

    (4)
    Formal or symbolic logic is a study of what makes deductive arguments valid, employing symbols to represent sentences, words, phrases, etc. in order to reveal the formal structure of the arguments. Offered every year. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the formal reasoning knowledge foundation area.
  
  • PHL 1100 - Introduction to Philosophy

    (4)
    Study of the main types and problems of Western philosophy. Readings are chosen to illustrate the development of Western thought from the ancient Greeks to the present. Offered every semester. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the western civilization knowledge exploration area.
  
  • PHL 1300 - Introduction to Ethics

    (4)
    Major ethical analyses of right and wrong, good and evil, from the ancient Greeks to the present. Appeals to custom, theology, happiness, reason and human nature will be examined as offering viable criteria for judgments on contemporary issues of moral concern. Offered every semester. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the western civilization knowledge exploration area.
  
  • PHL 1310 - Introduction to Ethics in Science and Engineering

    (4)
    Survey of canonical works in the history of Western ethical theory providing students a critical understanding of a plurality of viable ideas, principles, and criteria by which to evaluate and judge contemporary issues of ethical concern in the practice of science and engineering. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the western civilization knowledge exploration area.
  
  • PHL 2100 - Fact, Value, and Knowledge

    (4)
    Intermediate examination of central issues and problems of metaphysics, epistemology, and ethics: mind, knowledge, will, action, and conflict. Focus on the methodology of philosophy, including key skills in writing and reasoning. 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. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the formal reasoning knowledge foundation area.
    Prerequisite(s): PHL 1000 , PHL 1100 , PHL 1300  or PHL 1070 
  
  • PHL 2200 - Ancient Greek Philosophy

    (4)
    Development of philosophical thought in Greece, from its beginning around 600 B.C.E. to the Hellenistic period. Emphasis on Plato and Aristotle. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the university general education requirement in the Western civilization knowledge exploration area. Satisfies the university general education requirement for writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
    Prerequisite(s): PHL 1000 , PHL 1100 , PHL 1300 , PHL 1070 , or PHL 2100  or permission of instructor.
  
  • PHL 2210 - Medieval Philosophy

    (4)
    Survey of Jewish, Christian, and Islamic medieval philosophy. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the university general education requirement in the Western civilization knowledge exploration area. 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): PHL 1000 , PHL 1100 , PHL 1300 , PHL 1070  or PHL 2100  or permission of instructor.
  
  • PHL 2220 - Early Modern Philosophy

    (4)
    Development of philosophical thought in Europe in the 17th and 18th centuries. Emphasis on Descartes, Locke, Hume and Kant. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the university general education requirement in the Western civilization knowledge exploration area. 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): PHL 1000 , PHL 1100 , PHL 1300 , PHL 1070  or PHL 2100  or permission of instructor.
  
  • PHL 3000 - Advanced Symbolic Logic

    (4)
    Standard first-order symbolic logic, emphasizing quantification theory and including identity theory and logical semantics. The logical system is approached both as a formal system and as a theoretical analysis of human reasoning. Offered every other year.
    Prerequisite(s): PHL 1000  or PHL 1070  or CSI 1300  or MTH 0662  or equivalent.
  
  • PHL 3100 - Philosophy of Gender

    (4)
    Philosophical issues relating to gender are explored. Different approaches toward dealing with sexism will be examined, as part of an ongoing analysis of what constitutes human nature, freedom, equality and the relationship between the individual and the state. Identical with WGS 3850 .
    Prerequisite(s): one course in philosophy or one course in women and gender studies.
  
  • PHL 3110 - Freedom, Agency, and Responsibility

    (4)
    Seminar on the philosophical issues of freedom of choice and action. Are we ever truly free? Are free choices and actions inconsistent with determinism in nature? Does morality require freedom? Discussion of these issues based on historical and contemporary sources (e.g., Kant, Nietzsche, Frankfurt, and Dennett). 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): One course in philosophy.
  
  • PHL 3120 - Philosophy of Law

    (4)
    The nature of law and legal obligation, with emphasis on the relation of law, coercion and morality. Attention is also given to such issues as the nature of legal reasoning, the justifiability of civil disobedience and the justification of punishment. Offered every other year.
    Prerequisite(s): PHL 1100 , PHL 1300  or PHL 2100 
  
  • PHL 3130 - Aesthetics

    (4)
    The nature of aesthetic experience and aesthetic judgment in the appreciation of nature and art. Major theories of the creation and structure of works of art, and the logic and semantics of aesthetic judgment. Offered every other year.
    Prerequisite(s): either one course in philosophy; or one general education writing intensive course in art, music, or literature; or permission of instructor.
  
  • PHL 3140 - Philosophy of Sexuality

    (4)
    Philosophical issues related to sex, including ethical issues and clarification of contested concepts such as homosexuality, consenting adults, and pornography.
    Prerequisite(s): PHL 1100 , PHL 1300  or PHL 2100  or WGS 1000 
  
  • PHL 3150 - Philosophy of Religion

    (4)
    Examination of arguments for and against the existence of God, the nature of religious language, and relations between religion and philosophy. Offered every other year. Identical with REL 3120 .
    Prerequisite(s): One course in philosophy or religious studies or permission of instructor.
  
  • PHL 3155 - Philosophies and Religions of Asia

    (4)
    The major religions of India, China and Japan with emphasis on their philosophical significance. The course will cover Hinduism, Jainism, Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism, both the ancient traditions and some modern developments.
    Prerequisite(s): one philosophy course or junior standing.
  
  • PHL 3200 - European Philosophy since Kant

    (4)
    Among the major philosophers included are Hegel, Marx, Nietzsche and Sartre. Several types of Marxism and existentialism will be distinguished and their influence in this country will be discussed. Offered every two years.
    Prerequisite(s): PHL 1100 , PHL 1300 , PHL 2100 , PHL 2200 , PHL 2210  or PHL 2220 
  
  • PHL 3210 - Twentieth Century British and American Philosophy

    (4)
    The issues that have dominated Anglo-American philosophy in the 20th century. The course will trace the history that has led Americans and Britons to look at philosophy in a new way, appropriate to our scientific world-view.
    Prerequisite(s): one course in logic PHL 1070  recommended or PHL 2220  
  
  • PHL 3300 - Ethical Theory

    (4)
    Nature and relationship between means and ends in moral theory are considered. When, if ever, do the ends justify the means? Considers potential conflict between social good and the rights of individuals in this light. Examines attempts to reconcile these important aspects of moral theory. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the western civilization knowledge exploration area. 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): PHL 1300  strongly recommended.
  
  • PHL 3310 - Ethics, Language and Reality

    (4)
    Considers competing theories about the nature, meaning and reality of moral terms. What do moral terms mean? Do they refer to properties? Alternatively, do moral terms refer to emotional states of a person who uses such terms? What is the role of identity or human nature in moral language? 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. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications: completion of the general education requirement in the western civilization knowledge exploration area.
    Prerequisite(s): PHL 1100  (D), PHL 1300  (D), or PHL 1310  (D), or permission of instructor.
  
  • PHL 3400 - Metaphysics

    (4)
    Study of selected influential attempts to characterize the basic features of the world. Emphasis on reformulations of metaphysical problems in the light of modern advances in scientific knowledge. Offered every other year. 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. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the formal reasoning knowledge foundation area.
    Prerequisite(s): PHL 1070  or PHL 3000 ; and PHL 2100 , PHL 2200 , PHL 2210  or PHL 2220 ; or permission of instructor.
  
  • PHL 3410 - Theories of Knowledge

    (4)
    Critical examination of knowledge claims and of the types of justification given in their support. Typical topics: skepticism, empiricism, rationalism, believing and knowing, intuition and limits of knowledge. Offered every other year.
    Prerequisite(s): one philosophy course; PHL 2220  recommended.
  
  • PHL 3420 - Theories of Truth

    (4)
    Theories of the nature of truth. Does truth exist? Is truth entirely a matter of perspective? Is the truth of a belief resemblance to reality? Are all true beliefs useful? Is truth always a good quality? Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the Western civilization knowledge exploration area.
    Prerequisite(s): PHL 1100  (D), PHL 1300  (D), or PHL 1310  (D), or permission of instructor.
  
  • PHL 3500 - Bioethics

    (4)
    Central ethical issues in modern health care and research. Included are the distribution and allocation of health resources, the right to life and death, “informed consent” and eugenics. Offered every other year. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the western civilization knowledge exploration area.
    Prerequisite(s): PHL 1300  recommended.
  
  • PHL 3510 - Ethics in Business

    (4)
    Review of basic ethical theory, and application to typical moral problems in business practices and institutions.
    Prerequisite(s): junior standing, PHL 1300 
  
  • PHL 3600 - Political Philosophy

    (4)
    The meanings of central concepts in political philosophy, such as justice, freedom and authority, are examined through readings in classical political philosophers and crucial problems. Offered every other year.
    Prerequisite(s): PHL 1100 , PHL 1300 , PHL 2100 , PS 1400 , SOC 2200 
  
  • PHL 3610 - Philosophy of International Relations: Law, War and Peace

    (4)
    Considers competing theories of global ethics, diplomacy, international law, just warfare, nationalism, military duty, disarmament, pacifism, non-violent resistance, civil strife, and terrorism. Offered every two years.
    Prerequisite(s): PHL 1100 , PHL 1300  or PHL 2100  or PS 1600  or AN 2130  or SOC 2200 
  
  • PHL 3620 - Global Justice

    (4)
    Considers ethical issues surrounding global poverty, international inequality, transnational institutional governance, human rights, international trade, immigration, and climate change.
    Prerequisite(s): PHL 1100 , PHL 1300  or PHL 2100  or PS 1600  or AN 2130  or SOC 2200 
  
  • PHL 3630 - Philosophy of Crime, Policing and Punishment

    (4)
    Philosophical engagement with issues raised by practices of policing and incarceration. Critical evaluation of the role of the courts, police, and prison systems in our society. Consideration of the social implications of criminalization, policing, and incarceration.
    Prerequisite(s):  PHL 1100  or PHL 1300  or PHL 2100  or CRJ 1100  
  
  • PHL 3700 - Philosophy of Science

    (4)
    Philosophical problems arising from critical reflection on the sciences. Typical topics: the structure of scientific explanation, the nature of scientific laws and theories, causality and confirmation. Offered every other year.
    Prerequisite(s): one course in philosophy or one in natural science.
  
  • PHL 3710 - Philosophy of Biology

    (4)
    Philosophical examination of issues arising out of modern biology such as the nature of species, the mechanisms of natural selection, and the implications of evolutionary theory for topics such as philosophy of mind, epistemology, social and political theory, ethics and medicine.
    Prerequisite(s): one course in philosophy or one course in biology; PHL 3700  recommended.
  
  • PHL 3720 - Topics in the Philosophy of Science

    (4)
    Specialized topics such as philosophy of biology, philosophy of the social sciences, philosophy of technology, or the history and philosophy of science will be offered periodically. Topic to be announced in the Schedule of Classes.
    Prerequisite(s): junior standing and one course in philosophy or consent of instructor.
  
  • PHL 3800 - Philosophy of Mind

    (4)
    Selected topics or works in the philosophical literature about mind. Some topics are: the nature of psychological explanation, the relation of mind and body, thinking, emotions, concepts, consciousness and remembering. Offered every other year.
    Prerequisite(s): One course in philosophy or psychology or BIO 3220  neurobiology; junior standing.
  
  • PHL 3810 - Consciousness and Persons

    (4)
    Exploration of central questions about the nature of consciousness and persons. What is consciousness? How does consciousness relate to the physical world? What are persons? How do persons relate to bodies? Do persons persist over time? Can persons survive biological death?
    Prerequisite(s): One course in philosophy or psychology, or BIO 3220  neurobiology, or permission of instructor.
  
  • PHL 3820 - Mental Causation

    (4)
    Philosophy meets neuroscience: What is the nature of mental causation? Are mental states wholly determined by brain states? Do reasons, beliefs, intentions, and other mental states influence neuronal activity and behavior? What is the relationship between the formation of a conscious intention, neural events, and voluntary action?
    Prerequisite(s): one course in philosophy or permission of instructor.
  
  • PHL 3830 - Philosophy of Artificial Intelligence

    (4)
    The philosophical foundations of artificial intelligence. Is the human mind a kind of computer? If so, what kind of computer is it? Could a sophisticated robot think, feel, or be consciously aware? Possible topics include cognition, perception, linguistic processing, action, the ethics of artificial intelligence research, and the value-ladenness of artificial intelligence research. 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. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the formal reasoning knowledge foundation area.
    Prerequisite(s): PHL 1000 , PHL 1070 , PHL 3000 , or CSI 1300  
  
  • PHL 3880 - Animal Minds and Morals

    (4)
    Explores the connection between the questions “which creatures have minds?” and “which creatures are moral agents and patients?”  Possible topics include: the problem of other minds, the language of thought, belief attribution, behaviorism, moral status, speciesism, and animal rights. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the western civilization knowledge exploration area.
  
  • PHL 3900 - Topics in Philosophy

    (4)
    One philosophical topic or problem at an intermediate level of difficulty. Topic to be announced in the Schedule of Classes for each semester. May be repeated for additional credit under different subtitle.
    Prerequisite(s): one philosophy course.
  
  • PHL 3910 - Ethics Bowl Preparation and Competition

    (4)
    Students selected through competitive try-outs to be members of Oakland University’s Ethics Bowl teams prepare for and participate in intercollegiate competition in philosophically informed debate over controversial issues. New cases are examined each year. Instructors guide students in independent theoretical research and in the art of public speaking.
  
  • PHL 3920 - Directed Readings in Philosophy

    (2)
    Tutorial on a topic not included in regular courses, primarily (but not exclusively) for majors. Students should consult with the department chairperson before approaching a faculty member with a topic. Graded S/U.
    Prerequisite(s): one philosophy course at Oakland and written permission of instructor, junior standing.
  
  • PHL 3996 - Independent Study in Philosophy

    (4)
    Tutorial on a topic not included in regular courses, primarily (but not exclusively) for majors. In addition to reading and consultation, the student will write a substantial term paper. Cannot be repeated or counted toward any major or minor requirement other than degree credit without prior written approval from department chairperson.
    Prerequisite(s): one philosophy course at Oakland and written permission of department chair, form available in 752 Math and Science Center; junior standing.
  
  • PHL 4100 - Philosophy of Language

    (4)
    Philosophical theories of natural language structure. Emphasis on views about what meaning is and how we are to explain our ability to communicate with one another. Offered every other year. Identical with LIN 4480 . Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the formal reasoning knowledge foundation area. 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): junior standing, PHL 1070  or PHL 3000  or LIN 4307  and one additional course in philosophy; or permission of instructor.
  
  • PHL 4200 - Study of a Major Philosopher

    (4)
    A study of the works of one major philosopher. The specific philosopher will vary, but courses on Plato, Aristotle and Kant will be offered every few years. May be repeated for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): one philosophy course; PHL 2200 , PHL 2210 , PHL 2220 , PHL 3200  or PHL 3210  recommended, whichever is relevant.
  
  • PHL 4970 - Seminar on a Philosophical Topic

    (4)
    One philosophical topic or problem at an advanced level of difficulty, normally requiring considerable background in philosophy. Topic and prerequisites to be announced in the Schedule of Classes for each semester. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): 28 credits in philosophy or permission of instructor.
  
  • PHL 4997 - College Teaching Apprenticeship

    (4)
    Open to a well-qualified philosophy student who is invited by a faculty member to assist in a regular college course, usually as preparation for a career as a professor of philosophy.

Physical Therapy

  
  • PT 3020 - Physical Therapy as a Profession

    (2)
    A course for students who are considering a career in physical therapy. Students will examine professional development, behavior and roles in physical therapy clinical, academic and research settings. The current practice of physical therapy in various settings is covered.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior Standing.
  
  • PT 4630 - Basic Athletic Training

    (2)
    Course directed to competitive sports and the recognition and immediate care of athletic injuries. Evaluation and treatment procedures and techniques are presented and practiced. Identical with EXS 4630 . Cross list with EXS 5630.
    Prerequisite(s): EXS 3020 , BIO 2600 , and BIO 2100  
  
  • PT 4920 - Directed Study

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

Physics

  
  • PHY 1010 - General Physics I

    (4)
    Mechanics, heat, mechanical waves and sound. Calculus is not required. PHY 1010 and PHY 1100 together satisfy the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
    Prerequisite(s): Score of 22 or higher on ACT mathematics exam or 550 or higher on SAT mathematics exam; or MTH 0662  or equivalent; or placement above MTH 0662 .
    Corequisite(s): PHY 1100 .
  
  • PHY 1020 - General Physics II

    (4)
    Electricity and magnetism, light, relativity, atomic and nuclear physics. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 1010  or PHY 1510 .
    Corequisite(s): PHY 1110 .
  
  • PHY 1040 - Astronomy: The Solar System

    (4)
    The sun, planets, space travel, the search for extraterrestrial life. Offered fall only. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
  
  • PHY 1050 - Astronomy: Stars and Galaxies

    (4)
    Nature and evolution of stars, the Milky Way and other galaxies, cosmology. Offered winter only. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
  
  • PHY 1060 - Earth Science/Physical Geography

    (4)
    The earth: its structure, history, and the geography of its surface. Topics include the theory of continental drift, rocks and minerals, earthquakes, volcanoes, mountains, rivers, deserts, weather, climate, the geomagnetic field, and the earth’s resources. Identical with GEO 1060. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
  
  • PHY 1080 - Principles of Physics I

    (4)
    Mechanics, heat, mechanical waves and sound. Calculus is not required. This course has common lectures with PHY 1010 . PHY 1080 does not satisfy the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
    Prerequisite(s): Score of 22 or higher on ACT mathematics exam or 550 or higher on SAT mathematics exam; or MTH 0662  or equivalent; or placement above MTH 0662 .
  
  • PHY 1090 - Principles of Physics II

    (4)
    Electricity and magnetism, light, relativity, atomic and nuclear physics. This course has common lectures with PHY 1020 . Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications: completion of the general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 1080  
  
  • PHY 1100 - General Physics Lab I

    (1)
    Elementary experiments in mechanics, thermodynamics, and waves. May be taken with permission by students who have completed PHY 1080  or PHY 1610 .
    Corequisite(s): PHY 1010  or PHY 1510  
  
  • PHY 1110 - General Physics Lab II

    (1)
    Elementary experiments in electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics. May be taken by permission by students who have completed PHY 1090  or PHY 1620 .
    Corequisite(s): PHY 1020  or PHY 1520 
  
  • PHY 1200 - The Physics of Everyday Life

    (4)
    Concepts of physics taught with reference to specific everyday observations or devices such as automobiles, televisions, radios, and microwave ovens. Topics include the laws of motion, fluids, heat, thermodynamics, waves, electric and magnetic fields, optics and nuclear physics. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
  
  • PHY 1310 - Physics in Medicine

    (4)
    The physical basis for a variety of diseases and disorders, as well as diagnostic and therapeutic techniques will be discussed by a number of medical physics faculty and guest lecturers.
    Prerequisite(s): high school algebra.
  
  • PHY 1510 - Introductory Physics I

    (4)
    Classical mechanics and thermodynamics. For science, mathematics and engineering students. PHY 1510 and PHY 1100 together satisfy the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
    Prerequisite(s): Score of 28 or higher on ACT mathematics exam; or score of 660 or higher on SAT mathematics exam; or MTH 1441  or equivalent; or MTH 1331  and MTH 1332 ; or placement above MTH 1441 . MTH 1554  recommended.
    Corequisite(s): PHY 1100 .
  
  • PHY 1520 - Introductory Physics II

    (4)
    Sound, light, electricity and magnetism. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 1510 ; MTH 1555  recommended.
    Corequisite(s): PHY 1110  
  
  • PHY 1610 - Fundamentals of Physics I

    (4)
    Classical mechanics and thermodynamics. For science, mathematics and engineering students. This course has common lectures with PHY 1510 . PHY 1610 does not satisfy the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 1554  
  
  • PHY 1620 - Fundamentals of Physics II

    (4)
    Sound, light, electricity and magnetism. This course has common lectures with PHY 1520 . Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
    Prerequisite(s): (PHY 1610  or PHY 1510 ) and MTH 1555 .
  
  • PHY 2995 - Introduction to Research

    (2 TO 4)
    Independent study and/or research in physics for students with no research experience. May be repeated for additional credit.
    Prerequisite(s): written agreement of a physics faculty supervisor.
  
  • PHY 3040 - Astrophysics I

    (4)
    Application of elementary physics to the study of planets, stars, galaxies and cosmology.
    Prerequisite(s): recommended PHY 1020  or PHY 1520  and MTH 2554  
  
  • PHY 3050 - Astrophysics II

    (4)
    Continuation of PHY 3040 .
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 3040  recommended.
  
  • PHY 3060 - Observational Astronomy

    (2)
    Lecture/laboratory course providing basic training in astronomical techniques.
    Prerequisite(s): instructor permission. PHY 1040  or PHY 1050  recommended.
  
  • PHY 3070 - Geophysics

    (4)
    The application of physics concepts to the study of the earth, gravity and its anomalies, geomagnetism, earth-sun energy, geochronology and seismic wave propagation.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 1020  or PHY 1520 , PHY 1060  and MTH 2554  recommended.
  
  • PHY 3080 - Physical Oceanography

    (4)
    Physical oceanography and meteorology; composition and structure of the atmosphere and oceans. Interactions of sea water with the atmosphere, the continents and man.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 1020  or PHY 1520 , PHY 1060  and MTH 2554  recommended.
  
  • PHY 3170 - Modern Physics Laboratory

    (2)
    Optics and atomic physics experiments.
    Prerequisite(s): recommended PHY 1100  and PHY 1110  
    Corequisite(s): recommended PHY 3710 
  
  • PHY 3180 - Nuclear Physics Laboratory

    (2)
    Nuclear physics experiments.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 1100  and PHY 1110  recommended.
    Corequisite(s): PHY 3720  recommended.
  
  • PHY 3250 - Biological Physics

    (4)
    Applications of physics to biology, including biomechanics, fluid dynamics, statistical mechanics, diffusion, bioelectricity, biomagnetism, feedback and control.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 1020  or PHY 1520  and MTH 1555  recommended.
  
  • PHY 3260 - Medical Physics

    (4)
    Applications of physics to medicine, including signal analysis, imaging, x-rays, nuclear medicine and magnetic resonance imaging.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 1020  or PHY 1520  and MTH 1555  recommended.
  
  • PHY 3310 - Optics

    (4)
    Geometrical optics, optical instruments, wave theory of reflection, refraction, interference, diffraction and polarization of light.
    Prerequisite(s): recommended PHY 1020  or PHY 1520  and MTH 1555  
    Corequisite(s): recommended MTH 2554  
 

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