May 12, 2024  
2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Respiratory Therapy

  
  • RESP 0107 - Respiratory Therapy Procedures


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    Theory and practice of basic respiratory therapy procedures as outlined in the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) CRT examination content outline. Including cardiopulmonary assessment, medical gas administration, oxygen therapy, equipment maintenance, chest physiotherapy, chest expansion therapy, airway management, bedside pulmonary function testing, arterial puncture, and administering medicated aerosol therapy. Prerequisites: Admission to the respiratory care program and concurrent enrollment or completion of RESP 0108 .
  
  • RESP 0108 - Respiratory Therapy Procedures Laboratory


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    Students practice entry level respiratory care procedures, using state-of-the-art equipment, in the clinical laboratory under simulated patient situations. The student will address the three difficulty levels of learning, in the laboratory environment (Recall, Application, and Analysis). Prerequisites: Admission to the respiratory care program and concurrent enrollment or completion of RESP 0107 .
  
  • RESP 0120 - Cardiopulmonary Pathology


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Study of concepts and theory of selected cardiopulmonary diseases to include: definition, clinical manifestations, etiology, pathologic, radiological and laboratory findings; prevention, prognosis, and treatment. Prerequisite: Admission to the respiratory care program and completion of BIO 0121 .
  
  • RESP 0125 - Clinical Respiratory Therapy Experience I


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Clinical instruction supplemented by clinical SOAP assessments that allow the student to apply the classroom and laboratory respiratory therapy competencies mastered in specific respiratory therapy courses. Prerequisites:   RESP 0107  & RESP 0108 .
  
  • RESP 0129 - Cardiopulmonary Pharmacology


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    Comprehensive overview of the general principles of pharmacology. Focuses on the drugs and drug groups that are either administered by respiratory therapy personnel, or those that play a role in the care of cardiopulmonary patients. Pre- requisite:BIO 0121  and admission to the respiratory care program.
  
  • RESP 0222 - Introduction to Mechanical Ventilation (Life Support Technology)


    Fall 4 Credit Hours
    Emphasis on the technical components of mechanical ventilators, their classification, principles of operation, attachments, and the flow/pressure/volume curves generated by various ventilators, as well as compliance and resistance. An introduction to the management of patients receiving mechanical ventilation will be presented in a laboratory format. Prerequisite: Admission to the respiratory care program.
  
  • RESP 0226 - Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Theory, application, and equipment for diagnosing respiratory pathologies through the diagnostic concepts used in respiratory therapy. Include techniques utilized for measurement of lung gas volumes, capacities, flows, and cardiopulmonary status during exercise testing. Basic EKG interpretation will be presented. A secured SAE will be administered during the course. Prerequisite: Admission to the respiratory care program.
  
  • RESP 0239 - Clinical and Laboratory Experience II


    Fall 5 Credit Hours
    Clinical instruction supplemented by clinical SOAP assessments that allow the student to apply the knowledge and respiratory care skills mastered in the Respiratory Care courses: Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics, Introduction to Mechanical Ventilation, and Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory care in the laboratory and clinical setting. The course will emphasize ventilator care, diagnostic procedures, and alternate site care (home care). Prerequisite: RESP 0125 .
  
  • RESP 0307 - Cardiopulmonary Assessment


    Spring 6 Credit Hours
    A systematic approach to advanced cardiopulmonary patient assessment. Emphasis is on evaluation of the respiratory care plan based upon laboratory data, electrocardiogram interpretation, fluid and electrolyte balance, acid base balance and oxygen transport, pulmonary function testing, exercise testing, interpretation of chest x-rays, bronchoscopy, and hemodynamic monitoring. Course will consist of four (4) lecture hours and four (4) lab/clinical hours each week. Prerequisite: Admission to the respiratory care program. In addition the course addresses ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support).
  
  • RESP 0311 - Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    Respiratory care of the neonatal and pediatric population beginning with fetal development and continuing through assessments of infants including gestational age, APGAR scoring, and Silverman scoring. Various heart/lung deficiencies will also be discussed as well as treatment modalities. Prerequisite: Admission to the respiratory care program.
  
  • RESP 0312 - Advanced Mechanical Ventilation (Advanced Life Support)


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    A continuation of the Introduction to Mechanical Ventilation (Life Support Technology) course. In-depth study of ventilator management in critical care, long-term care, and the home environment utilizing case studies, and clinical problem-based learning sessions. In addition the course addresses ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support). Prerequisite: RESP 0222  and admission to respiratory care program.
  
  • RESP 0313 - Alternate Site Respiratory Care


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    Theoretical aspects of providing respiratory therapy at alternate sites. Includes components of home respiratory therapy, extended care units, long term care facilities, ventilator rehabilitation centers, physician offices, land/air transport, outpatient diagnostic clinics. Introduces the fundamentals of teaching and learning theories. Prerequisite: Admission to the respiratory care program.
  
  • RESP 0340 - Advanced Level Respiratory Therapy Clinical Experience


    Spring 5 Credit Hours
    Progressive process of developing cognitive levels at the recall, application, and analysis levels as a respiratory care practitioner. Correlates directly with the Advanced Mechanical Ventilation (Advanced Life Support ) course, Cardiopulmonary Assessment, Neonate/Pediatric, and the Alternate Site (Management/Pulmonary Rehabilitation/Home Care) courses, to provide the student a clinical environment to demonstrate these learned advanced-level respiratory care competencies. Prerequisite: Admission to the respiratory care program and concurrent enrollment or completion of theory coursework.
  
  • RESP 0341 - Research Issues, Methods, and Problems in Respiratory Care


    Spring 1 Credit Hour
    Directed research and discussion in selected areas of respiratory care for advanced-level respiratory therapist. Course work includes independent literature search under the supervision of a respiratory care instructor that utilizes the student’s program acquired respiratory care critical thinking, writing, and oral presentation skills. Research scope, depth, and area of concentration to be approved by the program director. A secure WRRT exam will be administered during this course.

Social Work

  
  • SW 0231 - Social Work: A Helping Profession


    NEW TERMS: Fall 3 Credit Hours
    Philosophical and historical development of social work as a professional career.  Focuses on role of the social worker within the various practice settings.  May entail field trips and guest speakers. Prerequisite: SOC 0110  and PSY 0100  with a minimum grade of ‘C’.
  
  • SW 0298 - Special Topics in Social Work


    1-3 Credit Hours
    Special Social Work topics of current interest. Subjects and instructors may vary each semester. Students are encouraged to submit areas of interest to the Social Work department chair. Prerequisites:SW 0231  and admission to the Social Work program.
  
  • SW 0300 - Social Welfare Policies and Services


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    Describes the role of social policy in the organization and the delivery of social services.  Presents a framework for the analysis of policy development and impacts.  Presents methods of influencing policy development and implementation. Prerequisites: Admission to the program.
  
  • SW 0310 - Human Behavior and Social Environment


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    Major theories of human development across the life span and life course.  Ecological relationship of diverse individuals and families with other systems in the social environment described with focus on biological, psychological, and social context and content. Prerequisites: SW 0231  and admission to the program or permission of the department.
  
  • SW 0320 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment II


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Builds on concepts learned in SW 0310 , Presents theories on and about the development, structure, and function of small groups, organizations and communities and how they interrelate eco-systemically with individuals and families. Prerequisites: SW 0231  and SW 0310  and admission to the program.
  
  • SW 0370 - Social Diversity


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    An examination of the effects of race, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and other factors of social relationships and opportunity. Presents theories about the relationship between diversity, social injustice and oppression. Examines ethical issues in relation to social conflict and cooperation.  Prerequisites: SW 0231 SW 0310   and admission to the program.
  
  • SW 0391 - Substance Abuse Services


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    The course is an analysis of the policies, services, treatment modalities, and related intervention processes related to the abuse of and addiction to alcohol and other drugs. The purpose of the course is to familiarize the student with the substance abuse process, the various treatment modes and the policies that have directly and indirectly contributed to the continuation and growth of this bio-psycho-social-spiritual problem. Social workers need to understand substance abuse and addiction regardless of the practice setting and population. Substance abuse occurs across all populations and settings and is a component of the generalist social work perspective. Prerequisite: SW 0231  or special permission by instructor.
  
  • SW 0392 - Mental Health Services


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    The course is an analysis of the policies, services, treatment modalities, and related intervention processes related to mental health and mental disorders. The purpose of the course is to familiarize the student with mental illness, the various treatment modes and the policies that have directly and indirectly contributed to the continuation and growth need for services. Social workers need to understand dimensions of mental health and mental disorders; as well as mental health service delivery. Mental illness occurs across all populations and settings and is a component of the generalist social work perspective. Prerequisite: SW 0231  or special permission by instructor.
  
  • SW 0393 - Family and Children Services


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    The course is an analysis of the policies, services, treatment modalities, and related intervention processes related to families and children. The purpose of the course is to familiarize the student with family and children social problems and the importance of services that support the health and well-being of families and children. Prerequisite: SW 0231  or special permission by instructor.
  
  • SW 0410 - Practice Skills for Helping Individuals


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    The generalist model of social work practice with individuals.  Within a systems perspective, presents theories of life span individual development and behavior that forms the foundation for professional intervention.  Identifies strategies for working effectively with individual clients using the problem solving method. Prerequisites: Admission to the program.
  
  • SW 0420 - Practice Skills for Helping Families and Groups


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    The generalist model of social work practice with families and small groups. Within a systems perspective, presents theories of family and group behavior that forms the foundation for professional intervention. Identifies strategies for working effectively with families and groups using the problem solving method. Prerequisites: SW 0300 SW 0310 SW 0410  and admission to the program.
  
  • SW 0430 - Practice Skills for Helping Organizations and Communities


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    The generalist model of social work practice with organizations and communities. Within a systems perspective, presents theories of organization and community behavior that forms the foundation for professional intervention. Identifies strategies for working effectively with organizations and communities. Prerequisites: SW 0300 SW 0310 SW 0410   and admission to the program.
  
  • SW 0470 - Social Research and Evaluation


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    The study and experience in current methods of social research and evaluation with an emphasis on proposal development and implementation of project measurement and design. Prerequisites: SW 0300 SW 0370 SW 0420 SW 0430  and admission to the program.
  
  • SW 0475 - Social Justice Practice


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    The study and experience in advocacy practice to affect social justice for marginalized populations. Prerequisites: SW 0300 SW 0320 SW 0370 SW 0420 SW 0430 SW 0470   and admission to the program.
  
  • SW 0480 - Field Experience I


    Fall 4 Credit Hours
    Supervised experience in a community social service agency. Application of the knowledge, values, and skills of generalist social work practice to work with client systems in an organizational setting. Prerequisites: SW 0320 SW 0370 SW 0420 SW 0430 ,  admission to the program, and admission to the field experience.
  
  • SW 0481 - Field Experience I Seminar


    2 Credit Hours
    Supervised experience in a community social service agency. Application of the knowledge, values, and skills of generalist social work with practice to work with client systems in an organizational setting. Prerequisites:SW 0320  ,SW 0370  , SW 0420  ,SW 0430  , admission to the program, and admission to the field experience. Co-requisite: SW 0480  .
  
  • SW 0485 - Field Experience II


    Spring 4 Credit Hours
    Continuation of SW 0480  . This course serves as the capstone of the social work program. Prerequisites: SW 0480  
  
  • SW 0486 - Field Experience II Seminar


    2 Credit Hours
    Supervised experience in a community social service agency. Application of the knowledge, values, and skills of generalist social work with practice to work with client systems in an organizational setting. Prerequisites: SW 0481  . Co-requisite: SW 0485  .
  
  • SW 0498 - Advanced Topics in Social Work


    1-3 Credit Hours
    Special social work topics of current interest. Subjects and instructors may vary each semester. Students are encouraged to submit areas of interest to the social work department chair. Prerequisite: SW 0231  and admission to the social work program.
  
  • SW 0499 - Independent Study Social Work


    1-3 Credit Hours
    Individually directed study for advanced majors in area of social work selected with advisor approval.  Proposal must be approved by program director and school dean. Prerequisites: admission to the program.

Sociology

  
  • SOC 0110 - Introduction to Sociology


    Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
    An introductory course focused on the systematic study of society. Emphasis on major concepts of sociology and the scientific point of view in understanding and explaining human behavior and social phenomena. MOTR: SOCI 100

     

  
  • SOC 0210 - Social Problems


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    A survey of contemporary social problems including racism, sexism, crime and deviance, drug use, and mental disorders. The course encourages a critical examination of society and focuses on the structural sources of social problems such as class, race, and gender. The role of the U.S. in global social problems is also explored. Prerequisite: SOC 0110 .
  
  • SOC 0221 - Marriage and Family


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    Analysis and study of paired relationships, marriage as the genesis of family life, elements in the preparation for marriage and parenthood, and the development of family relationships throughout the life cycle.
  
  • SOC 0298 - Topics in Sociology


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    Special sociology topics of current interest. Subjects and instructors may vary each semester. Students are encouraged to submit areas of interest to the social science department.
  
  • SOC 0301 - Sociology of Religion


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    Examines religion as a major social institution. Compares behavioral content of religions. Major attention is given to the nature of religion, organized religion, and how religion is integrated into society. Some discussion of the behavioral expectations associated with the major religions of the world. Prerequisite: SOC 0110 .
  
  • SOC 0302 - Cults in the U.S.


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    This course focuses on the study of cults and New Religious Movements in the United States today. The class will examine the nature of abusive fringe groups in modern society from a theoretical perspective, looking at the various definitions and classifications of these groups in sociology. Prerequisites: SOC 0110 .
  
  • SOC 0303 - The Arab World


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    A sociological look at the Arab world that identifies peoples, countries, geographical settings, cultural differences, cultural change, political and religious affiliations, and the emergence of contemporary issues. Special emphasis will be placed upon the Israel - Palestine - Jordan problem area.
  
  • SOC 0306 - Social Gerontology


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    A review of aging studies with particular emphasis on needs, problems, areas of concern, aging theories, social services for the elderly, and accumulated data from gerontological research. Such topics as life changes, retirement, and alternative life styles among the elderly will be analyzed. Prerequisite: SOC 0110 .
  
  • SOC 0311 - Social Stratification


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    Examination of differences in power, privilege, and prestige. Analysis of the effects of social inequality on people’s lives within the United States and an overview of the complex array of social structures that comprise international systems of inequality by race/ethnicity, gender, and social class. Prerequisite: 6 hours of sociology.
  
  • SOC 0312 - Juvenile Delinquency


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Analysis of environment and social background for juvenile delinquency behaviors. Investigation of behavioral content and scope of official delinquency. Review of the influences of family, school, peer groups and gangs, and the juvenile justice and corrections system. Prerequisite: SOC 0110 .
  
  • SOC 0319 - Social Interaction


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    Theoretical examination of the individual as both a social product and a social force. Areas covered include the foundations of human interaction, process of socialization, and differentiation of individuals. Focus on the formal and informal rules of interaction in our society. Prerequisite: SOC 0110 .
  
  • SOC 0322 - Sociology of Work and Leisure


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    Analysis of work, occupations, career mobility, and job satisfaction as important elements in society. Examination of leisure activities which alter with technological advances and the changing economic base. Prerequisite: SOC 0110 .
  
  • SOC 0341 - Gender Roles


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    An introduction to the biological, cultural, and structural foundations of gender. Explores theories that help to explain gender, a fundamental and pervasive determinant of social life. Includes the review of studies that illustrate differences in the evaluations of men’s and women’s activities and traditional gender roles. Sociological implications of sex and gender at both the personal (micro) and societal (macro) levels of analysis will be discussed. Prerequisite: SOC 0110 .
  
  • SOC 0351 - Criminology


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    This course examines the social and legal concept of crime, the review of measurements of crime(s) and crime statistics, and the theories related to the causes of criminal behaviors. Also includes discussion of profiles of different adult offenders and their behavioral characteristics relative to the major felonies committed in contemporary society. Prerequisite: SOC 0110 .
  
  • SOC 0354 - Medical Sociology


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    A survey of the social causes and consequences of health and illness, the expanding role of health-related organizations, the training of health care personnel, and the contemporary consumer’s movement. A cross-cultural comparison of health care delivery systems and a review of various social problems associated with health care in the U.S. is provided. Prerequisite: SOC 0110 .
  
  • SOC 0361 - Social Demography


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    A look at changes in human population through an analysis of birth rates, death rates, and migrations. Social demographic analysis of census and independent research data. Various population theories are applied to national and world situations. Concepts of over-population, minority groups, and aging are analyzed. Prerequisite: SOC 0110 .
  
  • SOC 0362 - Deviant Behavior


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    A survey of the theoretical explanations of socially disapproved behavior from the sociological perspective and the application of these concepts to specific forms of deviance. Also includes analysis of the social nature of conforming behavior as a way of increasing understanding of deviant behavior. Prerequisite: 6 hours of sociology.
  
  • SOC 0370 - The Sociology of Death & Dying


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    A review of the international religious, secular, and scientific expressions regarding death. Historical and current issues pertaining to death are explored and a critical perspective is taken on all positions. The course incorporates both philosophical and pragmatic overviews of death and dying. Prerequisite: SOC 0110 .
  
  • SOC 0382 - Ethnic Relations


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    A study of racial and cultural groups particularly focusing on the United States with some analysis of international ethnic relations. Analyzes several general theories and explanations for minority-dominant relations. Prerequisite: SOC 0110 .
  
  • SOC 0391 - Penology and Corrections


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    Philosophy, history, and operations of penitentiary systems with special attention given to changes in adult institutions. Explanation of the problems associated with prison populations and types of facilities along with sentences, therapeutic models, and community treatment. Prerequisite: SOC 0110 .
  
  • SOC 0395 - Collective Behavior


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    An examination of riots, panics, mass hysterias/collective delusions, fads, social movements and other forms of collective social behavior. Includes exploration of the theories used to explain such events and the analysis of several specific episodes of collective behavior. Prerequisite: 6 hours of Sociology or consent of instructor.
  
  • SOC 0396 - Sociology of Education


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    An analysis of the functions and processes that characterize the social institution of education, including cultural transmission and social control, and the role of education in the process of social stratification. Includes examination of attempts to achieve equality of educational opportunity by race/ethnicity, gender, and social class and the relationships between education and the other social institutions including the family, religion, and the economy. Prerequisite: SOC 0110 .
  
  • SOC 0401 - Social Science Research Methods


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    An introduction and exploration into the ways in which social scientists conduct research including various designs, including interviewing, observation, survey design, and content analysis. Emphasis will be placed on quantitative analysis and the decisions faced by social scientists when designing and applying social research. The course will cover methods of problem and hypothesis formulation, data collection and instrumentation. There will also be an emphasis placed on ethical issues in research. Prerequisite: 9 hours of Sociology
  
  • SOC 0402 - The Community - Rural and Urban


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    Social processes of human groups who share common unities of territory and cultural bonds. Major attention on gemeinschaft-gesellschaft theories as they pertain to national, rural, urban, ethnic, and subcultural communities, and how these intertwine in contemporary societies. Prerequisite: SOC 0110 .
  
  • SOC 0405 - Social Science Statistics


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Provides basic tools necessary to gather, describe, analyze, and present quantitative social science data. Focus will be on conducting basic univariate and bivariate analyses. Prerequisite: MATH 0125  or higher math or consent of instructor.
  
  • SOC 0406 - Sociology of Child Abuse


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    An analysis of child abuse and neglect within the United States. The dynamics of the family environment as well as the victim-perpetrator relationship will be examined. Emphasis will be placed on societal reaction to both abuser and the abused in addition to the behavior itself. Potential treatment alternatives will be analyzed. Prerequisite: 9 hours of sociology.
  
  • SOC 0482 - Sociological Theory


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    An exploration of classical and contemporary sociological theory placed in historical perspective from Auguste Comte to the modern era. Prerequisite: 9 hours of sociology.
  
  • SOC 0491 - Internship in Sociology


    Demand 1-4 Credit Hours
    Observation of and participation in various social service agencies in the community. All internships must conform with institutional policy regarding the number of hours per credit and contractual agreements with cooperating agency personnel. No more than three hours may be counted toward a major or minor. Prerequisites: 15 hours of sociology, junior standing or above and a GPA of 2.75. Repeatable for up to eight credit hours.
  
  • SOC 0498 - Advanced Topics in Sociology


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    For upper division sociology majors. Topics covered and methods used will place emphasis on student-instructor interest, desire to pursue in-depth research and ability to assimilate topics. Courses offered as a 498 will include areas not already treated in other sociology courses. Prerequisite: 6 hours of sociology or consent of instructor. Prerequisite: 6 hours of sociology or consent of instructor.
  
  • SOC 0499 - Independent Study


    Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
    Structured by the adviser with the approval of the department head and school dean. Prerequisite: Advanced standing in the major field with a GPA of 3.0. Enrollment in the course must be approved by department head and dean. Repeatable for up to six credit hours.

Spanish

  
  • SPAN 0100 - Workplace and Travel Spanish


    Fall, Spring & Demand 3 Credit Hours
    Introductory course that will familiarize students with the basic elements of spoken Spanish, Spanish customs, culture and social behaviors focusing on workplace and travel interactions. Some grammar and structural patterns will be taught in this course.
  
  • SPAN 0101 - Beginning Spanish I


    Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
    This course is the first semester of Spanish language instruction. The course aims to develop skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, as well as to expose students to the diversity of cultures in the Spanish-speaking world. Prerequisite: None. MOTR: LANG 103

     

  
  • SPAN 0102 - Beginning Spanish II


    Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
    This course is the second semester of Spanish language instruction. The course continues to develop skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, and expose students to the diversity of cultures in the Spanish-speaking world. Prerequisite: SPAN 0101  or equivalent level of proficiency. MOTR: LANG 104

     

  
  • SPAN 0203 - Intermediate Spanish I


    Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
    This course is the third semester of Spanish language instruction. The course continues to develop skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, and expose students to the diversity of cultures in the Spanish-speaking world. Prerequisite: SPAN 0102  or equivalent level of proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 0204 - Intermediate Spanish II


    Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
    This course is the fourth semester of Spanish language instruction. The course continues to develop skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, and expose students to the diversity of cultures in the Spanish-speaking world. Prerequisite: SPAN 0203  or equivalent level of proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 0298 - Topics in Spanish


    Demand 1-8 Credit Hours
    Topics not normally included in another course. Prerequisites: are determined by the department and stipulated in the syllabus.
  
  • SPAN 0300 - Grammar and Composition


    Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Initial oral and written composition with emphasis on grammar; verbal aspect, modals, and tense contrasts through significant practice and sentence drills. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 0204  or equivalent level of proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 0301 - Introduction to Literature and Spanish Language Review


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    This course is designed to serve as a bridge between the basic language Spanish courses and upper level literature and composition courses, including SPAN 0300 . Students will review and refine their usage of grammar previously taught while learning the vocabulary and analytical skills necessary in the study of literature written in Spanish. The course is taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 0204  or equivalent level of proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 0306 - Introduction to Spanish Civilization


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    Continued development of the four basic language skills through reading and conversation in Spanish culture. The study of more complex patterns in communicative skills is emphasized. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 0204  or equivalent level of proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 0307 - Introduction to Latin American Civilization


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Continued development of the four basic language skills in the language through reading and conversation in Latin American Culture. The study of more complex patterns in communicative skills is emphasized. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 0204  or equivalent level of proficiency
  
  • SPAN 0310 - Conversation I


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    Emphasis on the basic survival skills of understanding, speaking, and reading in Spanish, and on the study of the Spanish speaking cultures. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 0204  or equivalent level of proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 0320 - Conversations and Readings


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    Emphasis is on the improvement of conversational skills using cultural readings and short stories as the catalysts for intermediate level discourse. The course will be offered abroad. Prerequisites: SPAN 0204  or equivalent level of proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 0326 - Peninsular Literature from El Cid to the Present


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Spain’s literary history and important representative works and writings from El Cid to the present. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 0300  or equivalent level of proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 0335 - Mexican Literature (Writing Intensive)


    Demand
    Major figures and movements in the history of Mexican literature with an emphasis on the 20th century. Taught in Spanish as a seminar. Weekly lectures will alternate with discussion of the readings on a one-to-one basis. SPAN 0300  with a minimum grade of D and (ENG 0102  with a minimum grade of D OR ENG 0111  with a minimum grade of C)
  
  • SPAN 0336 - Survey of Spanish American Literature


    Fall 3 Credit Hours
    Survey of Spanish American literature from its beginnings to the present. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 0300  or equivalent level of proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 0340 - Latin American Cinema


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    A survey of the most important aspects of cinematography and cinematographic production in Latin America. Covers major figures in the field of film as well as an introduction to the major filmic schools and movements. Special emphasis will be placed on the cultural context that made the reception and production of the motion pictures a significant event. The course is to be taught entirely in Spanish with readings in both Spanish and English. Prerequisite: SPAN 0204  or equivalent level of proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 0350 - Latin American Contemporary Issues


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    Current Latin American issues studied with the goal of developing consciousness about the last 30 years of Latin American reality from the perspective of the people. Taught in Spanish with some materials in English. Uses written articles, the Internet and World Wide Web, the Latin American press, and movies. Prerequisite: SPAN 0300  or equivalent level of proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 0360 - Introduction to Medical Interpretation (Spanish/English)


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    This course prepares students to interpret and culturally mediate a variety of medical situations. The course will be taught in Spanish. Prerequisites: Intermediate High language skills on the Oral Proficiency Interview as defined by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, ENG 0101  & ENG 0102  or equivalent, SPAN 0300  or equivalent.
  
  • SPAN 0375 - Latin American Folklore


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    Introduction to the folklore stories of Latin America from pre-Colombian societies through the contemporary period. Analysis and discussions focus on historical, religious and cultural events and the development of myths and legends within Latin American civilization. The course is taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 0300  or equivalent level of proficiency. Course may be offered with a study abroad option.
  
  • SPAN 0399 - Spanish Study Abroad


    Demand 1-12 Credit Hours
    Academic credit(s) will be granted to individuals who complete one or two semesters of a university sponsored study abroad program in a Spanish speaking country. Course(s) taught in Spanish and completed abroad that are listed as upper division general electives on the student transcript may be amended as Spanish Study Abroad credit(s) to fulfill up to 12 hours of Spanish upper division elective credit. Prerequisite: Must have completed 60 hours prior to the study abroad experience and SPAN 0204  or its equivalent. The proposed courses for the study abroad experience must be approved in advance by the academic advisor and the department head.
  
  • SPAN 0400 - Hispanic Drama


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    Select works from Spain and Spanish America’s most prominent playwrights. Readings and lectures with discussion on the socio-economic, political, and cultural implications of different plays. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 0300  or equivalent level of proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 0410 - Conversation II


    Spring 3 Credit Hours
    Spanish language and culture in the framework of the student’s potential areas of contact; personal, travel and occupational. Conversation is the major course component. Prerequisite: SPAN 0300 , SPAN 0310  or equivalent level of proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 0420 - Advanced Grammar and Composition


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    Advanced study of the three major components of Spanish grammar, with emphasis on: verbal moods, lexical items, the effects of stress, idiomatic usage, orthography, the principles of translation and composition. Prerequisite: SPAN 0300  or equivalent level of proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 0430 - Protocol and Procedures of Medical Interpretation (Spanish/English)


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    This course is an introduction to the general principles, procedures, roles and ethical behaviors of medical interpreters. This course is taught in Spanish. Prerequisites: Intermediate High language skills on the Oral Proficiency Interview as defined by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, ENG 0101  & ENG 0102  or equivalent, SPAN 0300  or equivalent.
  
  • SPAN 0440 - Translation Spanish/English


    Demand 3 Credit Hours
    Introduction to the general principles, procedures, theories, and tools of translating. Students will translate a wide variety of short texts from English to Spanish or from Spanish to English. Some basic principles of linguistics will be covered. Prerequisites: Excellent English language skills and the completion of SPAN 0300  or equivalent proficiency.
  
  • SPAN 0491 - Internship in Spanish


    Demand 1-8 Credit Hours
    Off-campus work experience in areas related to professional goals of students. For advanced students in Spanish. Application must be made during the first half of one semester for the following semester and must be approved prior to enrolling. Students work under joint supervision of a faculty member and a representative of the organization providing the intern experience. Prerequisites: A minimum of 18 hours in Spanish with a minimum 3.0 GPA; approval of department head before enrolling. Some internships may have specific prerequisites. Guidelines for the internship program are available in the department’s offices and must be followed.
  
  • SPAN 0498 - Advanced Topics in Spanish


    Demand 1-8 Credit Hours
    This course is for upper-division students. Topics to be announced each time the course is offered. Prerequisite: As stated in the syllabus for the specific offering.
  
  • SPAN 0499 - Independent Study


    Fall & Spring 1-3 Credit Hours
    Individually directed study in selected areas for advanced majors in Spanish. Prerequisite: Must have completed 90 hrs. with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and must have 15 hrs. in Spanish at any level. The proposed study must be approved by instructor, advisor, department head and school dean prior to enrollment.

Teacher Education

  
  • EDUC 0100 - Introduction to Teacher Education I


    Fall & Spring 1 Credit Hour
    An orientation to teacher education required for freshmen who select elementary or secondary education as their major field. Intended to help clarify decisions about education as a major and career choice. Concepts covered include: teaching as a career, teacher preparation, employment prospects, educational funding, and technology in education.
  
  • EDUC 0200 - Introduction to Teacher Education II


    Demand 1 Credit Hour
    An extension of EDUC 0100 . Classroom experiences emphasized as well as the conditions for teaching. A 15 clock hour, field-based component is included.
  
  • EDUC 0280 - Foundations of Education in a Global Society


    Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
    An introduction to and orientation class for all Teacher Education Programs and is required for all teacher education majors. As an International General Education Requirements course, it examines and compares the policies and practices of educational systems in countries throughout the world with those in the United States, to develop an understanding and appreciation of the historical, philosophical, political, and financial aspects of education in a pluralistic, diverse society. A 32 clock hour field based component of American diversity in Southwest Missouri is included. Requires background check. Requires background check. Prerequisites: ENG 0101  & ENG 0102  or ENG 0111 .
  
  • EDUC 0301 - Technology in Education


    Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
    A study designed to explore the role of technology in education with a special emphasis on technology as a tool in teaching and learning. The course will also examine a variety of technologies as well as strategies for the integration of these technologies into instruction. Specific technologies addressed will be subject to change as technology and its application to education continue to evolve. Prerequisite: Must be taken prior to or concurrently with the Junior Block. Required of all teacher education majors.
  
  • EDUC 0302 - The Exceptional Child


    Fall & Spring 2 Credit Hours
    An introduction to the area of working with Exceptional Children in the P-12 learning environment and is required of all teacher education majors. The content includes the history of Special Education, legal issues, characteristics of the exceptional student, methods and techniques for instruction, resources in the community, and an exploration of assistive and adaptive technology. Prerequisite: PSY 0100 , take prior to Junior Block.
  
  • EDUC 0304 - The Exceptional Student


    Fall, Spring & Demand 3 Credit Hours
    Designed for 1-6 Elementary, 5-9 Middle School and K-12 Art, Music, Foreign Language, ECE, TESOL and Special Education majors. A series of awareness experiences dealing with the added complexities an exceptional child presents to K-12 regular and special education teachers. This course emphasizes methods of meeting the diverse educational needs of today’s K-12 students through techniques of teaching, unit construction and daily planning. Includes characteristics of the exceptional child, resources in the community and legislation which determines school policy. Prerequisite: PSY 0100 ; take prior to or concurrent with Junior Block classes.
  
  • EDUC 0305 - Family Systems for Spec Educ


    NEW TERMS: Fall, Spring 1 Credit Hour
    An introduction to the area of working with the families of exceptional children in the K-12 learning environment. The content includes understanding the impact of an exceptional child on a family dynamic, working with families as educational partners, engaging families in the special education process, linking families with school and community resources, and the development of professional collaboration skills. Prerequisite: PSY 0100  . May be taken concurrently with EDUC 0302  
  
  • EDUC 0311 - Science in the Elementary School


    Fall, Spring & Demand 3 Credit Hours
    Designed to help students (1) comprehend the basic notion of science and how children go about learning science, (2) develop materials suitable for demonstration, discovery, and inquiry lessons and (3) develop the instructional skills necessary to achieve the first two goals. Prerequisites: Courses in biological and physical sciences and completion of Junior Block.
 

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