May 20, 2024  
2011-2012 Catalog 
    
2011-2012 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Please Note

The listing of a course in this catalog does not imply that the course will be offered in a particular semester, or that the course is offered on a regular basis. Please check the Shawnee State University Course Offerings or the Department for up-to-date information on what will be offered during a particular term.

In addition, it should be noted that some upper level courses are not included on these pages. Please contact your faculty advisor for further information.

Special Course/Laboratory Fee Structure

A standard special course/laboratory fee will be assessed to all courses with laboratory components and/or other special features within an academic department. They are as follows1:

  Fee Per Credit Hour
ADNR $20.00
ARTS (Tier 1) 7.00
ARTS (Tier 2) 15.00
ARTS (Tier 3) 25.00
BUSI 10.00
DTHY 25.00
EDUC 15.00
EMTP 20.00
ENGT 22.00
HUMA 3.00
MATH 5.00
MLTC 20.00
MOT (graduate) 70.00
NSCI 16.00
OTAT 20.00
PTAT 15.00
RDLT 20.00
RPTT 20.00
SSCI 10.00
SSPE (activity) 5.00
SSSM 15.00
   
1 Some courses are approved for nonstandard fees.

Explanation of Prerequisites

Most learning beyond basic skills is dependent upon mastery of some prior skill or subject content. As a result, many courses at the University require the satisfaction of prerequisites prior to course enrollment. Prerequisites may be met by successful completion of the prior courses listed or by placement, via testing, into the course.

The academic division/college may withdraw a student from a course for which prerequisites have not been satisfied.

Explanation of Abbreviations

These abbreviations are found throughout the course descriptions on the following pages.

Prereq. — Prerequisite
Coreq. — Corequisite
   
$ Indicates lab fees apply to this course, see the box on the left.
   
GEP Indicates General Education Program course (see the General Education Program Requirements by Content Category  for details)

 

 
  
  • PTAT 2235 - PT Trends and Admin Procedures

    Credits: 2
    The identification of administrative components including budgeting, cost-containment strategies and outcome measures will be studied.  Understanding of clinical research will be introduced to better equip students to be evidence-based practitioners.  The history and influence of health care systems will be discussed from a standpoint of government-funded programs, private insurance (HMO, MCO), and self-payment. Students will be given instruction and practice on the skills for resume writing and self-promotion. Students will be required to demonstrate competent and safe standards of documentation and data collection. Prereq: Admission to PTA program. Coreq: PTAT 2231, PTAT2241 2 lecture hours
  
  • PTAT 2240 - Neurology & Rehab Procedures Lab

    Credits: 2
    This course is a laboratory experience designed to provide a hands-on learning experience for the PTA student.  Topics that are covered include specific patient treatment skills, patient positioning and handling, safety strategies, universal precautions related to the abnormal neurologic development/pathology, and integumentary dysfunction that occur throughout the lifespan. Technical skills will be emphasized throughout the lifespan.  There is special emphasis placed on appropriate treatment progression and safe and legal documentation and data collection. Prereq: PTAT 1113, PTAT 1114, PTAT 1115, PTAT 1230, PTAT1231 and admission to PTA Program. 6 lab hours $
  
  • PTAT 2241 - Neurology and Rehab Concepts

    Credits: 3
    This course is designed to provide conceptual knowledge of the normal and pathological nervous system throughout the lifespan.  This study includes emphasis on motor impairment and functional limitations following pathological dysfunction or injury to the nervous system in children, adolescents, and adults.  This course emphasizes the theory and practice of interventions designed for neurological dysfunction and integumentary dysfunction throughout the lifespan as related to physical therapy.  Data collection and standard documentation to support safe and legal care will be covered. Prereq: PTAT1113, PTAT 1114, PTAT 1115, PTAT 1230, PTAT 1231 and admission to PTA Program. 3 lecture hours $
  
  • PTAT 2255 - PTA Seminar II

    Credits: 1
    Students will research and present a case study of a patient treated in their PTAT 2390 or PTAT 2490 clinical assignments. Students apply current confidentiality and HIPAA restrictions to above patient case history. Special topics include state board documentation preparation/testing, job placement/career development, and lifelong learning. Debriefing of clinical education PTAT 2490 included, along with exit surveying. Prereq: Admission to PTAT program. Coreq: PTAT 2290 1 lecture hours
  
  • PTAT 2290 - Clinical Practicum 2

    Credits: 3
    A full time, five-week intermediate experience in an acute care or musculoskeletal clinical setting, in which the student will perform previously learned, competent interventions for patient care. These are performed under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist or assistant. The CPI is the primary performance tool utilized. Includes debriefing. Prereq: PTAT 2190 and admission to program. 200 (clinical) lab hours $
  
  • PTAT 2390 - Clinical Practicum 3

    Credits: 3
    A full time, five-week intermediate experience in an acute care or musculoskeletal clinical setting, in which the student will perform previously learned, competent interventions for patient care. These are performed under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist or assistant. The CPI is the primary performance tool utilized. A patient/client case report is identified and researched, per the course instructions. Includes debriefing and utilizes the CPI evaluative tool. Prereq: PTAT 2190 and admission to program. 200 (clinical) lab hours $
  
  • PTAT 2490 - Clinical Practicum 4

    Credits: 3
    An advanced experience in clinical settings, consisting of one, final, five-week, full-time experience. Includes complex medical cases in the areas of pediatrics, geriatrics, federal agency, or rehabilitation. A patient/client case report is identified and researched or an inservice to staff is required, per the course instructions. Includes debriefing and utilizes the CPI evaluative tool. Prereq: PTAT 2190 and admission to program. 200 (clinical) lab hours $
  
  • PTAT 2999 - Topics in PTA

    Credits: 1-2
    Individual or group study, under the supervision of an instructor, of topics not otherwise available to students; or for use in special remediation of a single PTAT course. Prereq: Admission to program. $
  
  • RDLT 1101 - Intro Radiography/Patient Care

    Credits: 3
    This course acquaints the student with the field of medical imaging and provides knowledge and basic skills necessary for care of the patient. Topics will include: historical development of radiography, orientation to the health care delivery system, medical terminology, culture diversity, medical ethics, medicolegal considerations, communication, patient/technologist interactions, patient transfer and safety issues, patient assessment and infection control procedures. Prereq: Admission to program. $
  
  • RDLT 1120 - Radiographic Procedures 1

    Credits: 3
    This course introduces the student to basic x-ray production, image production, radiation protection and radiographic positioning terminology. The areas of the chest, abdomen and upper limb will be covered in terms of anatomy, positioning, pathology and image evaluation. Prereq: Admission to program. $
  
  • RDLT 1221 - Radiographic Procedures 2

    Credits: 3
    This course will provide the student with the knowledge to perform radiographic procedures of the lower limb, spine, body thorax, skull, facial bones and paranasal sinuses. The procedures will be covered in terms of anatomy, positioning, pathology and image evaluation. Prereq: RDLT 1101, and RLDT 1120, and admission to program. $
  
  • RDLT 1240 - Imaging Science and Equipment

    Credits: 3
    The course will provide the student with the knowledge of the physics and equipment necessary for x-ray production. Topics include atomic structure, characteristics of radiation, electrodynamics, magnetism, electromagnetism, x-ray tube, x-ray circuits, automatic exposure control, electronic imaging and x-ray interactions with matter. Prereq: RDLT 1101, and RLDT 1120, and admission to program. $
  
  • RDLT 1290 - Clinical Experience 1

    Credits: 2
    The first clinical course will serve as an orientation to the clinical environment including rotations through the office, transportation of patients, use of the radiographic equipment and image processing. The student will apply radiologic technology principles with emphasis on the chest, abdomen and extremity examinations at the imaging departments of affiliate hospitals. Course includes on-line film critique sessions. Prereq: RDLT 1101, and RLDT 1120, and admission to program. $
  
  • RDLT 1322 - Radiographic Procedures 3

    Credits: 3
    The final procedures course will cover pharmacology, contrast media, and the examinations needing oral or intravenous contrast media, venipuncture technique, radiographic practices for surgery, pediatric and geriatric radiography, mobile radiography, trauma radiography, mammography, neurological and cardiovascular procedures and other specialized areas of medical imaging. Prereq: RDLT 1221, and RLDT 1240, and RLDT 1290, and admission to program. $
  
  • RDLT 1341 - Image Production and Processing

    Credits: 4
    This course provides the student with the knowledge of factors that govern and influence the production and recording of radiographic images. Film and electronic image processing will be presented along with information on the proper utilization of accessory devices. Concentration is on overall image quality, as well as factors affecting patient exposure. Laboratory activities are used to demonstrate application of theory. Prereq: RDLT 1221, RDLT 1240, RDLT 1290, and admission to program. $
  
  • RDLT 1390 - Clinical Experience 2

    Credits: 2
    This course is a continuation of RDLT 1190 with practical application of radiologic technology principles and techniques, with emphasis on examinations of the lower extremity, spine, bony thorax, skull, facial bones and paranasal sinuses at the imaging departments of affiliate hospitals. Course includes online film critique sessions. Prereq: RDLT 1221, RDLT 1240, RDLT 1290, and admission to program. $
  
  • RDLT 1999 - Topics in Medical Imaging

    Credits: 2
    A study of topics not otherwise available to students.
  
  • RDLT 2142 - Image Analysis

    Credits: 1
    This course provides students with a systemic method for analyzing radiographic images. Prereq: RDLT 1322, RDLT 1341, RDLT 1390, and admission to program.
  
  • RDLT 2190 - Clinical Experience 3

    Credits: 5
    Continuation of RDLT 1290 with practical application of radiologic technology principles, positioning, and techniques with emphasis on oral and vascular administration of contrast procedures, mobile and surgical radiography, pediatric and geriatric radiography, trauma radiography, and mammography. Course includes online film critique sessions. Prereq: RDLT 1322, RDLT 1341, RDLT 1390, and admission to program. $
  
  • RDLT 2251 - Radiobiology and Rad Protection

    Credits: 2
    This course provides the student with an overview of the interactions of radiation with the human body and principles of radiation protection. Areas to be explored include radiosensitivity, radiation dose response relationships, early and late radiation effects, and health physics. Radiation protection responsibilities of the radiographer for patients, personnel and the public are emphasized. Prereq: RDLT 2142, RDLT 2190, and admission to program.
  
  • RDLT 2260 - Imaging Technology

    Credits: 3
    This course will examine various imaging topics and specialized imaging modalities. Areas to be examined include quality control, fluoroscopy, image intensifiers, conventional tomography, electronic imaging, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, ultrasound, and other specialized areas of imaging. Prereq: RDLT 2142, RDLT 2190, and admission to program.
  
  • RDLT 2290 - Clinical Experience 4

    Credits: 3
    Continuation of RDLT 2190 with emphasis on practical application of radiologic technology principles, positioning, and techniques of the gastrointestinal tract, portable radiography, neurologic and cardiovascular procedures and other specialized areas of medical imaging. Course includes online film critique sessions. Prereq: RDLT 2142, RDLT 2190, and admission to program. $
  
  • RDLT 2361 - Imaging Seminar

    Credits: 2
    Designed as a self assessment of the independent cognitive areas utilized in the clinical situation. Prereq: RDLT 2251, RDLT 2260, RDLT 2290, and admission to program. $
  
  • RDLT 2390 - Clinical Experience 5

    Credits: 3
    Continuation of RDLT 2290 with emphasis on practical application of radiologic technology principles, positioning, and techniques involving headwork, surgery, advanced radiographic examinations, and specialized areas of medical imaging. Course includes online film critique sessions. Prereq: RDLT 2251, RDLT 2260, RDLT 2290, and admission to program. $
  
  • RDLT 3999 - Special Tps in Medical Imaging

    Credits: 1-4
    A study of topics not otherwise available to students. Prereq: Faculty Consent Required and admission in the program.
  
  • RELI 2200 - World Religions

    Credits: 3
    A survey of world religions not specifically covered in our other philosophy and religion offerings.  Included among these religions are Zoroastrianism, Sikhism, Jainism, Baha’ism, Animism, Wicca and the religious worldview of the Ogallala Sioux.
  
  • RELI 2201 - Old Testament Survey

    Credits: 3
    A survey of the major themes, events and figures of the Old Testament alongside its philosophical implications.  Special emphasis is placed on understanding and comparing the use and role of the Old Testament in Judaism, Christianity and Islam.
  
  • RELI 2202 - New Testament Survey

    Credits: 3
    A survey of the major themes, events and figures of the New Testament alongside its philosophical implications.  Special emphasis is placed upon exploring various theological understandings of the relationship of the New Testament to the Old Testament, and to various critical methods and schools in the study of the New Testament.
  
  • RELI 2203 - The Qur’an

    Credits: 3
    Reading and interpretation of the text of the Koran, literary, historical, theological and philosophical interpretations; relation to the Old Testament, New Testament and Hadith.
  
  • RELI 2230 - History of Christian Thought

    Credits: 3
    A survey of major theological traditions and controversies within historic Christianity, beginning with the origins of Christianity, the early church fathers and the major creedal formulations, and continuing through the Middle Ages, the Reformation, and the rise of modern theological approaches. GEP
  
  • RELI 3300 - Judaism, Christianity, and Islam

    Credits: 3
    A detailed comparative examination of the origins, beliefs, and practices of the three major theistic traditions as articulated by contemporary proponents of each religion.  Special emphasis is placed on their historical relationship in the West, and the relationship of their theologies and shared history to current events.
  
  • ROCI 4485 - Reflections on Comm Involvement

    Credits: 3
    An outgrowth of the purposes and objectives of the University. The series of activities integral to the community involvement course enhances the education of the student, complements the senior seminar, and promotes reflection on the student’s obligation to human beings in need and society at large. Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107 GEP
  
  • RPTT 1110 - Cardiopulmonary/Renal Anat/Phys

    Credits: 4
    Detailed presentation of the anatomy and physiology of the pulmonary, cardiac, renal and nervous systems. Topics include basic structure and function, system interactions, and basic pathophysiology with emphasis on the pulmonary system. Prereq: Admission to program. 4 lecture hours
  
  • RPTT 1111 - Intro to Respiratory Therapy

    Credits: 4
    Introduction to respiratory therapy as a profession, to basic clinical assessment and care of patients, and to basic therapeutic techniques. Professional duties and responsibilities, ethics and liability, and basic patient care skills as well as medical gas administration are included. Prereq: Admission to program. 3 lecture hours 3 lab hours $
  
  • RPTT 1220 - Respiratory Procedures 1

    Credits: 4
    Discussion of respiratory therapy techniques used to minimize the risk of operative complications as well as for the treatment and control of asthma. Topics include aerosol therapy, bronchial hygiene techniques and hyperinflation therapy including equipment use, indications, contraindications and hazards of those therapies. Prereq: RPTT 1110, RPTT 1111, and admission to program. 3 lecture hours 3 lab hours $
  
  • RPTT 1221 - Respiratory Procedures 2

    Credits: 2
    Study of techniques for care and maintenance of the patient airway and of therapeutic pharmacology of the cardiopulmonary systems. Topics will include design, selection, and insertion of artificial airways and the type, method of administration, dosage, effects, indications and contraindications for selected pharmacologic agents used in respiratory therapy. Prereq: RPTT 1110, RPTT 1111, and admission to program. 2 lecture hours
  
  • RPTT 1223 - Pathophysiology

    Credits: 3
    Study of the etiology, diagnosis, pathophysiology, and treatment of some of the most commonly encountered cardiopulmonary diseases as well as a detailed discussion of causes, recognition and treatment of commonly encountered acid-based and fluid and electrolyte disturbances. Offered Spring Semester Prereq: RPTT 1110 and RPTT1111, and admission to program. 3 lecture hours $
  
  • RPTT 1290 - Clinical Application 1

    Credits: 1
    Introduction to the clinical setting, patient assessment, body mechanics, and patient transfer as well as application of the skills and techniques studied and practiced in RPTT 1111, RPTT 1220, RPTT 1221 and RPTT 1222. Prereq: RPTT 1110, 1111, and Admission to program. 4 (clinical) lab hours $
  
  • RPTT 1330 - Pediatric/Neonatal Resp Care

    Credits: 3
    Study of the etiology, diagnosis, pathophysiology, and treatment of some of the most commonly encountered cardiopulmonary diseases as well as a detailed discussion of causes, recognition and treatment of commonly encountered acid-based and fluid and electrolyte disturbances. Prereq: RPTT 1220, RPTT 1221, RPTT 1223, RPTT 1290, and admission to program. 3 lecture hours $
  
  • RPTT 1332 - Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics

    Credits: 3
    Presentation of principles and methodology for diagnostic assessment of cardiopulmonary patients. Topics will include pulmonary functions, electrocardiograms, blood gas assessment, sleep apnea disorders and non-invasive techniques for assessment of pulmonary gas exchange. Offered Summer Semester Prereq: RPTT 1220, RPTT 1221, RPTT 1223, AND RPTT1290 and admission to the RPTT program. 2 lecture hours 3 lab hours $
  
  • RPTT 1390 - Clinical Application 2

    Credits: 4
    Continuation of RPTT 1290, with ongoing assessment, practice, and development of skills from RPTT 1111, RPTT 1220, RPTT 1221, RPTT 1222 and RPTT 1290. Prereq: RPTT 1220, RPTT 1221, RPTT 1223, RPTT 1290, and admission to program. 16 (clinical) lab hours $
  
  • RPTT 2110 - Continuous Mechanical Vent

    Credits: 4
    Study of the therapeutic and diagnostic techniques used for patients receiving mechanical ventilatory support. Topics include the selection process for ventilators, indications and hazards of mechanical ventilation, maintenance of patients, respiratory and hemodynamic monitoring and weaning of patients from ventilatory support. Prereq: RPTT 1330, RPTT 1332, RPTT 1390, and admission to program. 3 lecture hours 3 lab hours $
  
  • RPTT 2190 - Clinical Application 3

    Credits: 4
    Continuation of RPTT 1390, with ongoing assessment, practice, and development of skills from RPTT 1111, RPTT 1220, RPTT 1221, RPTT 1222, RPTT 1330 and RPTT 2110. Prereq: RPTT 1330, RPTT 1332, RPTT 1390, and admission to program. 16 (clinical) lab hours $
  
  • RPTT 2220 - Respiratory Procedures 3

    Credits: 4
    Study of the assessment, monitoring, and treatment of the acutely ill and traumatized patient with special emphasis on advanced techniques for the monitoring of cardiopulmonary function. Discussion of special care situations, home care and extended care will also be presented. Prereq: RPTT 2110, RPTT 2190, and admission to program. 3 lecture hours 3 lab hours $
  
  • RPTT 2290 - Clinical Application 4

    Credits: 4
    Continuation of RPTT 2190, with ongoing assessment, practice, and development of skills from all prerequisite courses with special emphasis on those skills learned and developed in RPTT 2110 and RPTT 2220. Prereq: RPTT 2110, RPTT 2190, and admission to program. 16 (clinical) lab hours $
  
  • RPTT 2999 - Topics in Respiratory Therapy

    Credits: 1-3
    Designed to provide final curricular preparation for graduation. Course will include oral case presentations, program assessment, systematic content review, and a comprehensive, cumulative student evaluation. Prereq: Satisfactory completion of RPTT 2110 and RPTT 2190. $
  
  • SIGN 1010 - Introduction to Sign Language

    Credits: 3
    The Basic Sign Communication curriculum was developed at the National Technical Institute for the Deaf at the Rochester institute of Technology. This curriculum introduces the student to conversationally relevant signs, finger spelling, grammatical sign principles, and background, cultural, and linguistic information related to deaf people and sign language.
  
  • SIGN 1111 - American Sign Language 1

    Credits: 3
    Signing Naturally takes students where they can function comfortably in a wide variety of situations in the deaf community. Deaf culture is taught throughout the curriculum with videotape presentations and native signers model appropriate language and cultural behaviors in various situations. Discussions, activities and readings reinforce what students learn from the videotapes. Prereq: SIGN 1010
  
  • SIGN 1112 - Tech/Conversation ASL Lab 1

    Credits: 3
    Opportunities to videotape expressive skills and practice receptive skills with video taped materials for skill building. Prereq: SIGN 1010 $
  
  • SIGN 1121 - Orientation to Deafness

    Credits: 3
    This is a course designed to orient students to some of the causes of deafness and hearing loss. The course will focus on the myths associated with deafness and the barriers to gainful employment, education, self-sufficiency and self support. The role of Interpreters, ADA laws, and devices for deaf individuals will also be discussed. Prereq: SIGN 1010
  
  • SIGN 1211 - American Sign Language 2

    Credits: 3
    Signing Naturally II topics will become more complex and difficult with progression in grammar, receptive expressive and conversational vocabulary. Students will be expected to carry on conversation with the average deaf individual with minimal difficulty. Prereq: SIGN 1111
  
  • SIGN 1212 - Tech/Conversational ASL Lab 2

    Credits: 3
    Signing Naturally II topics will become more complex and difficult with progression in grammar, receptive expressive and conversational vocabulary. Students will be expected to carry on conversation with the average deaf individual with minimal difficulty. Prereq: SIGN 1010 Coreq: SIGN 1211 Prereq:/coreq. SIGN 1211 $
  
  • SIGN 1221 - Psychology of Deafness

    Credits: 3
    Study of the cultural, psychological, and societal impact of deafness on deaf, hard of hearing, deafened adult, deaf-blind and significant others. Prereq: SIGN 1010
  
  • SOCI 1101 - Introduction to Sociology

    Credits: 3
    Studies the nature of human society and factors affecting its development, including concepts of culture, groups, organizations, collective behavior, and institutions. Required course for all social science majors. TAG course. 3 lecture hours GEP
  
  • SOCI 1999 - Topics in Sociology

    Credits: 1-3
    Individual or small-group study, under the supervision of instructor, of topics not otherwise available to students.
  
  • SOCI 2201 - Introduction to Social Welfare

    Credits: 3
    Overview of the field of social welfare: fundamental concepts and services in social welfare, social policies, historical development. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 2204 - Introduction to Social Work

    Credits: 3
    Introduces students to the profession of social work. Includes an overview of the historical development of social work as a profession; social work practices with individuals, groups, and communities; and theory and practice of social work. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 2205 - Current Social Problems

    Credits: 3
    An overview of major perspectives on social problems and their relevance in contemporary life. Topics include poverty, sexism, racism, aging, alienation, crime, human ecology, and colonialism in the Third World. TAG course. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 2206 - Social Institutions

    Credits: 3
    Examines the major institutions: family, economy, religion, government, and health and medicine. Other important areas of study include populations and urbanization, the natural environment, collective behavior, social systems, and social change. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 2207 - Introduction to Criminology

    Credits: 3
    Introduction to Criminology is designed to provide the student with an examination and explanation of crime. Emphasis is placed on past and current theories of crime including sociological, economic, psychological and biological theories of crime causation. Prereq: SOCI 1101 or SOSC 1110 or PSYC 1101 $
  
  • SOCI 2224 - Urban Sociology

    Credits: 3
    Ecological and non-ecological theories are used to study the processes of urbanization and the involvements and problems of the urban community. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 2234 - Sociology of Aging

    Credits: 3
    Various aspects of aging are examined with special emphasis on theories of aging, demographics, physical, psychological, and sociological aspects of the aging process. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 2999 - Topics in Sociology

    Credits: 1-3
    Separate courses repeatable for credit on topics not otherwise available to students. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 3303 - Intro to Social Psychology

    Credits: 3
    Behavior of the individual as influenced by other individuals, social groups, and culture. Examines group dynamics, leadership, attitude, and group conflict. Prereq: PSYC 1101 or SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 3305 - Social Work Practice

    Credits: 3
    Social work theory, methodology, and application. Areas of study include theory and concept formation, research design, data collection, client-worker relationship, interviewing, and problem-solving. Prereq: SOCI 2201 or SOCI 2204
  
  • SOCI 3307 - Sociology of Work

    Credits: 3
    Examines the history, methods, and context of work. Emphasis on the sociological perspectives of work, industry and occupations. The future of the workplace is examined. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 3310 - Gender Socialization

    Credits: 3
    Focuses on the socio-cultural dynamics involved in the socialization process. Examines differential expectations, male and female identity formation, sex roles in the family, occupational stereotypes, and the changing nature of sex roles. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 3311 - Human Sexuality

    Credits: 3
    An in-depth view of the current status of human sexuality in the U.S. Examines current research; modes of sexual expression and enhancement; physiological, sociological, and psychological basis of human sexuality; sexual variations; and sex ethics. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 3312 - Sociology of Religion

    Credits: 3
    General theories concerning the place of religion in social processes. Religion and its place in the modern world, secularization, fundamentalism, new movements; religion in relation to class, ethnicity, gender, politics, and education. Durkheim’s work on religion as the basis of social order and Weber’s work on religion and the rationalization process are emphasized. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 3320 - Sociology of Culture

    Credits: 3
    Introduction to the fascinating and complex concept of culture, which is shown to vary in complexity, inventiveness, cohesion, and totality. Various theories of culture are explored. This course reveals how culture has developed over history, with special emphasis on industrialization and the postmodern world. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 3325 - Sociology of the Family

    Credits: 3
    Historical perspectives for understanding American family systems. Of central concern are the contemporary marriage process and context, family relationships, sexuality, family dysfunctions, and changes. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 3326 - Small Group Dynamics

    Credits: 3
    Analysis of small group structure and processes; examination of roles, interpersonal relations, and leadership; and current theory and research on small group interaction. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 3330 - Social Theory

    Credits: 3
    A study of major classical and contemporary sociological theories and their exponents. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 3340 - Sociology of Appalachia

    Credits: 3
    Intensive study of Appalachia from sociological perspective. Emphasizes demography of Appalachia, sub-cultural characteristics, religion, arts and crafts, social change, and community power in Appalachia. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 3350 - Women of Color in the US

    Credits: 3
    Focuses on the everyday experiences of women of color living in the United States and the strategies they use to create, understand, and even resist the structures of power that affect both women of color as individuals and the real and imagined communities they embrace. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 3360 - Black America in Popular Culture

    Credits: 3
    Brings together core texts from four interrelated fields of critical inquiry–sociology, Black studies, women’s studies, and cultural studies. Building on core themes examined in SOCI 1101. Also explores the relationship between racial identity formation and the mass production and consumption of cultural artifacts that give rise to a multiplicity of Black identities. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 3370 - Media Technology and Society

    Credits: 3
    Examines some of the core sociology and sociology-influenced texts that deal with the relationship between technology and media production and consumption. Also addresses two central questions: How do humans create social contexts, and thus, social order, and how are media technologies used to this end? Also focuses on understanding the relationship between technology, regimes of power, the social organization of everyday life, and media production and consumption. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 3380 - Sociological Methods

    Credits: 3
    Introduction to the fascinating and complex concept of culture, which is shown to vary in complexity, inventiveness, cohesions, and totality. Various theories of cultures are explored. This course reveals how culture has developed over history, with special emphasis on industrialization and the postmodern world. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 3999 - Special Topics in Sociology

    Credits: 1-3
    Individual or small-group study, under the supervision of instructor, of topics not otherwise available to students.
  
  • SOCI 4400 - Complex Organizations

    Credits: 3
    Sociological analysis of complex organizations. Topics include theories, types of organizations, organizational change and conflict, and research in organizations. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 4403 - Field Experience in Social Work

    Credits: 3
    Controlled experience in a social work setting supervised by a qualified professional in an established agency. Designed to expose students to realistic conditions and “hands-on” learning. Prereq: SOCI 2204 and SOCI 3305
  
  • SOCI 4410 - Social Stratification

    Credits: 3
    A study of major classical and contemporary sociological theories and their exponents. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 4425 - Industrial Sociology

    Credits: 3
    Focuses of the growth of technology in the U.S. Emphasizes the social organization of industry, life in the work place, and the organizational culture. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 4429 - Contemporary Minority Relations

    Credits: 3
    Basic approaches are used to analyze American minority groups and their contemporary situation. Special emphasis is placed on patterns of prejudice and discrimination as well as the dynamics of race relations. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 4435 - Teaching Social Studies Gr 7-12

    Credits: 3
    Provides pre-service teachers with essential experiences in theory and practice for teaching social studies students, ages 12 through 21. Instructional strategies and design, classroom management, differentiated learning needs, and implementation are addressed in field and clinical practice. Prereq: EDAE 3385 and admission to licensure program. Coreq: EDAE 4400
  
  • SOCI 4444 - Social Deviance

    Credits: 3
    Examination of the concept of deviance in sociology and its implications for the study of contemporary social behavior. How people develop a concept of some being different from others and act on this definition. Possible topics include mental illness, crime, sexual deviance, nonconformity, and subcultures of deviance. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 4450 - Sociology of Occupations/Profess

    Credits: 3
    Sociological analysis of contemporary occupations and professions in the U.S., social stratifications in the workplace, technology, and the individual in the workplace. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOCI 4999 - Special Topics in Sociology

    Credits: 1-3
    Individual or small-group study, under the supervision of instructor, of topics not otherwise available to students. Separate courses repeatable for credit. Prereq: SOCI 1101
  
  • SOSC 1110 - Foundations of Social Science

    Credits: 3
    Introduction to the methods and concerns of social science. Studies perspectives of anthropology, economics, history, geography, political science, psychology, and sociology as related to specific themes or topics. HONORS SECTION: Explores a specific interdisciplinary theme in the social sciences. Examples include an examination of the causes of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the U.S. or of Jared Diamond’s Guns, Germs and Steel. GEP
  
  • SOSC 1110 - Foundations of Social Science (Honors)

    Credits: 3
    Explores a specific interdisciplinary theme in the social sciences. Examples include an examination of the causes of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the U.S. or of Jared Diamond’s Guns, Germs and Steel. GEP
  
  • SOSC 1110 - Foundations of Social Sciences

    Credits: 3
    Introduction to the methods and concerns of social science. Studies perspectives of anthropology, economics, history, geography, political science, psychology, and sociology as related to specific themes or topics.
  
  • SPAN 1111 - Elementary Spanish 1

    Credits: 5
    Development of comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing skills in a cultural context. Basic grammar. Lab required. Initial course of first-year sequence. $ GEP
  
  • SPAN 1112 - Elementary Spanish 2

    Credits: 3
    Continuation of SPAN 1111. Prereq: SPAN 1111 $
  
  • SPAN 2211 - Intermediate Spanish 1

    Credits: 3
    Offers selected readings in Hispanic issues and literature to continue the development of communicative skills. Lab required. Prereq: SPAN 1112 or permission with 2-3 years of high school Spanish $
  
  • SPAN 2212 - Intermediate Spanish 2

    Credits: 3
    Continuation of SPAN 2211. Prereq: SPAN 2211 $
  
  • SPAN 3311 - Composition and Conversation

    Credits: 3
    A follow-up to SPAN 2212 with special emphasis on oral proficiency and applied grammatical concepts. In preparation to reading and writing, contemporary videos and films are used to stimulate discussion. Prereq: SPAN 2212 or permission with fluency in Spanish communicative skills. $
  
  • SPAN 3999 - Special Topics in Spanish

    Credits: 1-3
    Topics not otherwise available to students. $
  
  • SSES 1200 - Principles of Personal Fitness

    Credits: 2
    Presents scientific information concerning the need for physical activity and a personal fitness prescription. Provides background information on the eleven parts of fitness. Students are shown, step-by-step, how to work out a lifetime fitness program that meets their needs and interests. Required for Exercise Science majors. $
  
  • SSES 2100 - Introduction to Exercise Science

    Credits: 2
    Introduces the various workplace settings as well as the various certification and licenses available in the health and fitness industry. Required for Exercise Science majors.
  
  • SSES 3000 - Physiology of Exercise

    Credits: 3
    Study of the physiological response of the cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, neural, and muscular systems in the human body during exercise. Required for Athletic Training and Exercise Science majors. Prereq: BIOL 1130 and BIOL 1131 (grade of “C” or better) $
 

Page: 1 <- Back 104 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14