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SOC 320 - Individual and Society (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 ) Selected theoretical orientations, methodological procedures and illustrative substantive data pertaining to the relations between the individual and society. Offered as needed.
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SOC 325 - Qualitative Research (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 ) This is a survey course about qualitative or non-statistical research methods including (but not limited to) observational studies, ethnography, participatory research, case studies, interviewing and content analysis. Offered as needed.
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SOC 330 - Sociological Theory (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 ) Theoretical perspectives on society and social behavior. F, S.
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SOC 331 Q* - Methods in the Social Sciences (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 ; SOC 201 ) (Coreq: SOC 331L ) Introduction to the methods and problems involved in designing and conducting research in sociology and related fields. F, S.
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SOC 331L - Methods in the Social Sciences Laboratory (1 credit)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 ; SOC 201 ) (Coreq: SOC 331 ) Exercises and assignments to supplement the material presented in SOC 331 . F, S.
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SOC 340 - The Sociology of Drugs & Drug Control Policy (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 ) A sociological examination of drug use, misuse and abuse within the historical context of social policies in the United States. A global perspective will also be considered. F, odd years.
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SOC 341 - Organized Crime (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 ) This seminar is organized as a survey of organized crime worldwide. While this course will focus on organized crime in the United States, we will also examine organized crime and organized crime groups around the world. Integral to this large scope is a focus on the historical development of the ideas surrounding organized crime. Additionally, in this course we will examine some of the strategies used to combat often unique forms of criminality. S, odd years.
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SOC 350 Q* - Juvenile Delinquency (3 to 4 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 ) The causes and consequences of juvenile delinquency and the study of the juvenile justice system. Students enrolled in “Q” sections of the course must complete a required community service learning component with a local community organization and will receive 4 credit hours for the class. S.
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SOC 351 - Deviant Behavior (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 ) The causes and consequences of deviant behavior in society, including such topics as mental illness, privileged deviance, drugs and alcohol, personal violence, and body modification.
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SOC 352 - Comparative Policing (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 ) Comparative study of policing organizations in the U.S. and selected foreign countries from a social science perspective. Formal/informal policing; role/functions; legal bases; accountability /restraints; community relations; use of force; and illegal practices will be covered. We will examine how the political systems of different countries influence the way governments police their own citizens. S, odd years.
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SOC 353 - Criminology (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 ) Social factors in the development, identification, and treatment of criminals. Offered as needed.
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SOC 355 Q* - Race and Ethnicity (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 ) A socio-historical, theoretical, and empirical analysis of race and ethnicity, with primary emphasis on U.S. relations and trends. Cultural, political, and economic relationships on the basis of race/ethnicity are examined. Issues of prejudice, discrimination, and racism are explored as well as strategies for individual and collective action that promote equality and social justice for all races/ethnicities. Offered as needed.
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SOC 357 - African American Communities (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 , junior standing, or permission of the instructor) This course is a sociological approach to understanding African American communities, both in historic and contemporary eras. We seek to understand how structure and agency and/or oppression and resistance have given rise and shape to various facets of African American and Black communities. We pay attention to how people of African descent have worked to protect their communities, to raise their standards of living and opportunities, and have actively fought racism. The readings are a range of first person narratives, social commentary and sociological perspectives on issues such as family, faith, popular culture, and politics. Through this course you will come to understand the evolution from enslaved African, to Negro, to Black, to African American, and to the contemporary questions of who is Black and what is Blackness. Offered as needed.
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SOC 361 - Sociology of Health and Illness (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 , or permission of the instructor) This course introduces students to the social determinants of health and illness. Students will examine the social, economic, and political factors that shape the health of individuals, groups, and communities. A key focus will be on patterns of inequity in health, including an exploration of the way social class, gender, race/ethnicity, age, and sexual orientation influence health-related behaviors and impact access to quality health care. Offered as needed.
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SOC 362 - Medical Sociology (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 ; or permission of the instructor) This course introduces students to sociological research and theory related to medical practice and medical professionals. Students will explore the connection between medicine and other important social institutions in our society, and will examine the way medical knowledge and policy shapes and is shaped by the society in which it develops. Emphasis will be placed on the social structure of hospitals, the social and cultural factors that influence patient-provider interactions, and contemporary debates regarding health care delivery systems. Offered as needed.
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SOC 380 - Collective Action and Social Movements (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 ) Using a sociological frame of analysis, this course explores distinctions between collective action and social movements, conditions that facilitate their development, and their impact on social, cultural, and political policies. A wide variety of social movements in American society are examined, including the Progressive era reform movements, the labor movement, the women’s movement, the environmental movement, the gay rights movement, the civil rights and other racial/ethnic movements. Offered as needed.
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SOC 395 - Internship Experience in Sociology (0 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 , permission of the instructor, and approved contract) Interns work in a supervised position in a human services, governmental, research or criminal justice agency. If desired, a student may register for SOC 499 in subsequent semesters and be awarded credit at the rate of 1 credit for every 33 hours of supervised internship. May, Su.
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SOC 399 - Independent Study (1 to 6 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 ; written contract between the student and the instructor, approved by the chair of the psychology and sociology department)
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SOC 401 - Sociology of Corrections (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 ) This course provides a sociological view of the rationales for corrections, types of corrections, and considerations for prisoner reentry. Students will gain a broad understanding of the history of corrections, and the effects of that history on both the individual and the community. F or S.
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SOC 403 - Sociology of Sports (3 credits)
(=RSM 400 ) (Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 ) The goal of this class is to apply a sociological lens to the world of sports and athletics (a distinction that will be examined) through the incorporation of academic writing, popular media, and personal experiences and observations. F, even years.
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SOC 450 - Victimology (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 , or permission of the instructor) Examination of sociological theories, research, and methodologies in the study of victims and analysis of the growth and institutionalization of victim advocacy. Offered as needed.
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SOC 454 - Sociology of Death and Dying (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 ) This course focuses on the social construction of dying and death in our society as well as the ways societal expectations, values, and norms influence practices and beliefs about death. Offered as needed.
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SOC 455 - Sociology of Aging (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 ) Analysis of aging as a problem of socialization and the status of older people in society, their roles in the community, demographic aspects of aging, and the impact of aging upon social institutions. Offered as needed.
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SOC 457 - Aging and Social Policy (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 , PSYC 101 or permission of the instructor) The development of public policy related to aging. Basic policy concepts, models, and methodology along with specific issues of the elderly. Offered as needed.
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SOC 460 - Sociology of Mental Health (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 ) Social factors in the development, identification and treatment of mental illness. Offered as needed.
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SOC 465 - Sociology of AIDS (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 , junior standing or permission of the instructor) A seminar for advanced undergraduates, this course involves student research on HIV/AIDS transmission, incidence, prevalence, and prevention worldwide and analyzes HIV/AIDS within the framework of social stratification, social movements, social deviance, social control, and international development. Offered as needed.
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SOC 470 - Sociology of the South (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 , junior standing or permission of the instructor) SOC 470 focuses on social, cultural, historical, economic, racial and demographic dimensions of the American South. Class members will conduct research and study how the South is distinct and the ways the South influences and shares the broader American society. Offered as needed.
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SOC 480 - Environmental Sociology (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 , junior standing or permission of the instructor) The course examines key issues in the relationship between society and the natural environment. The primary focus is on social structural and cultural factors behind environmental and resource problems. Attention, however, is also given to social consequences of environmental degradation (e.g., social and economic disruption) and to social responses to environmental and resource problems (e.g., change in culture/attitudes about environmental issues, the environmental movement, community mobilization against threats). Offered as needed.
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SOC 495 - Gerontology Internship (3 credits)
(=PSYC 495 ) (Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 ; PSYC 423 and three additional Gerontology Program courses) The internship provides experience working with both well and frail older persons and requires a minimum of 104 hours with an approved agency. The internship is supervised by the program director and an on-site professional with a specialized terminal degree and/or significant demonstrated experience. Contracts outlining practicum requirements must be written and approved by the host agency, the director of the gerontology program, and the chair of the Department of Psychology and Sociology. Offered as needed.
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SOC 497 - Senior Thesis (3 credits)
(Prereq: Senior Standing, SOC 101 or SOC 102 , SOC 201 , SOC 330 SOC 331 , and STAT 201 /STAT 201L or equivalent statistics course; all with a grade of ‘C’ or better) (Coreq: SOC 497L ) Each student plans and executes an original research project under a sociologist’s supervision. F, S.
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SOC 498 Q* - Topics in Sociology (3 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 ) Reading and research on selected subjects in sociology. Open only to juniors and seniors with the permission of the instructor. Offered as needed.
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SOC 499 Q* - Internship (1 to 6 credits)
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102 ) The internship requires 90 or more hours of collegiate credit with a GPA of 2.5 or better; formal application with a resume, and a contract among the Internship agency, the student, and the department. The application process must be completed by the last day of classes of the semester prior to the internship.) Interns work a minimum of 100 hours in a human services, governmental, research, or criminal justice agency and write a paper analyzing their work experiences in light of classroom learning and knowledge. Students may take up to 9 credit hours of Sociology Internships. Offered as needed.
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Spanish |
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SPAN 110 - Introductory Spanish (3 credits)
Development of fundamental language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing), with additional consideration of culture.
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SPAN 111 - Introductory Spanish I - II (Intensive) (3 credits)
Fundamentals of the language through aural comprehension, speaking, reading, writing, with additional consideration of culture. Intensive review of first and second semester Spanish language course intended for students with two years of high school Spanish with an average grade of ‘B’ or better, or by placement. SPAN 111 and SPAN 130 must be taken in sequence and completed with appropriate grades to fulfill Goal 5-A of the Core Curriculum. F, S.
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SPAN 115 - Hispanic Studies I (5 credits)
This class introduces students to the Spanish language and the many facets of Hispanic cultures. This course also helps students develop the basic skills of speaking, listening, and communicating in everyday situations in Hispanic cultures. As a hybrid course, three credit hours is delivered face-to-face and two hours via a distance learning format. F, S.
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SPAN 120 - Introductory Spanish II (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 110 or by placement) A continuation of SPAN 110 . Further development of fundamental language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing), with additional consideration of culture.
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SPAN 130 - Introductory Spanish III (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 115 or SPAN 120 , SPAN 111 , or by placement) Further development of fundamental language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing), with additional consideration of culture. F, S.
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SPAN 210 - Hispanic Studies II (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 115 , SPAN 130 , or by placement) The course refines oral abilities introduced in SPAN 115 or SPAN 130 , developing language skills related to speaking and listening up to a novice low-mid proficiency (cf. ACTFL) necessary for communicating in everyday situations in Hispanic cultures. It also continues exposing students to the many facets of Hispanic cultures in general. F, S, May, Su.
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SPAN 211 - Spanish and Hispanic Cultures in North America (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 210 , or by placement) The course focuses on the refinement of oral abilities addressed in SPAN 210 and promotes the development of speaking and listening skills at the novice high level of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). It emphasizes communication in everyday situations in Hispanic cultures, with a special focus on the many facets of Hispanic cultures in North America. Required for work in upper-level language and culture courses. F, S.
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SPAN 235 - Introduction to Spanish Linguistics (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 210 ) This course provides an introduction to Hispanic Linguistics and establishes the basis for future application of linguistic principles. F, S.
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SPAN 255 - Spanish Pronunciation (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 130 ) Develops an intermediate proficiency in Spanish oral skills and an appreciation of Hispanic cultures through contact with materials taken from original sources. Emphasis on the improvement and refinement of pronunciation skills. Listening and discussion of a variety of materials of appropriate difficulty. F, S.
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SPAN 315 - Spanish and Hispanic Cultures in South America (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 211 ) The course focuses on the grammar review and writing practice and promotes the development of speaking and listening skills at the intermediate low level of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). It emphasizes communication in everyday situations in Hispanic cultures, with a special focus on the many facets of Hispanic cultures in South America. F, S.
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SPAN 320 - Spanish for the Professions (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 210 ) Study of the applied nature of the language focusing on the cultural aspects and specialized vocabulary of a given professional field. Emphasis on developing skills to ask and answer questions relating to a particular professional field, drafting relevant documents, and describing events that may arise in the practice of the profession. The following are among the possible professional fields on which the course will focus: a) Spanish for Business; b) Spanish for Health Professions; c) Spanish for Public Safety; d) Spanish for the Travel and Tourism Industry.
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SPAN 321 - Spanish and Hispanic Cultures in Central America (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 211 ) The course focuses on the refinement of oral abilities addressed in SPAN 315 and promotes the development of speaking and listening skills at the intermediate mid proficiency, according to the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). It emphasizes communication in everyday situations in Hispanic cultures, with a special focus on the many facets of Hispanic cultures in Central America. F, S.
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SPAN 322 - Latin American Literature in Translation (3 credits)
(=ENGL 322 ) (Prereq: for Spanish credit: SPAN 210 ) Selected readings of Latin American Literature in translation. Students write primarily critical essays. All readings are in English.
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SPAN 323 - Spanish for Business and Tourism (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 210 ) This course provides students with linguistic skills necessary to discuss business concepts and the tourism industry in Spanish. Emphasis is placed on developing the four basic language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) in the context of business situations. Special consideration is devoted to acquiring an appreciation and understanding of Hispanic culture in the business world.
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SPAN 326 - Cuban Literature in Translation (1 to 3 credits)
(=LATS 326 ) (Prereq: SPAN 130 and permission of the instructor) (Coreq: Travel/study in Cuba) Selected readings in Cuban literature in translation. Students will read, research and write on Cuban literature, society and culture. A non-refundable deposit is required upon registration.
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SPAN 330 - Approaches to Hispanic Culture (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 210 ) Introductory exploration of selected topics in language, literature and culture. Topics are chosen for their significance and impact on Hispanic cultures. Course taught in Spanish. This course may be repeated once for credit under different topics. Su.
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SPAN 333 - Topics in Language, Literature, and Culture (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 210 ) Selective study of topics in the language, literature, and culture of Latin America and Spain. Course format includes reading assignments, lectures, discussion, oral and written reports. Topics vary.
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SPAN 340 - Hispanic Culture and Civilization (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 210 ) A study of the historical development and various cultural manifestations of the Spanish, Latin American, and contemporary Hispanic civilization.
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SPAN 345 - Spanish through Art (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 211 ) A select study of the most relevant socio-historical and cultural periods of Spain and Latin America as represented in painting masterpieces from the Baroque period to the contemporary era. Class format includes intensive conversations and continued development of reading and writing skills. This class is conducted entirely in Spanish. F.
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SPAN 350 - Spanish Language Study Abroad (3 to 6 credits)
(Prereq: Approval from the Department of Languages and Intercultural Studies faculty) Language study abroad with instruction by native speakers. Credit hours granted dependent on the number of hours taken. Upon successful completion of an approved program students must furnish a certificate and/or examination results. Prior consultation with the Department of Languages and Intercultural Studies is mandatory before enrollment.
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SPAN 355 - Spanish Morphology and Syntax (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 235 or equivalent) The course examines the internal structure of words and the rules by which word formation takes place, and provides a thorough study of Spanish grammar from a formal perspective. It examines the relationship between syntax and morphology by considering the effects that some morphological processes have on syntax. It also considers the phrase structure properties of Spanish. F.
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SPAN 360 - Studies in Hispanic Poetry (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 211 ) Selected topics in Hispanic poetry. This course is designed to develop students’ appreciation of poetry and to develop critical approaches to poetic texts. Periods covered may include the following: Renaissance and Baroque Poetry of Spain, Modern Spanish Poetry, and Poetry of Latin America from Modernism to the present.
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SPAN 380 - Studies in World Film (3 credits)
This course is a survey of world film with an emphasis on Hispanic cinema. It provides a general introduction to contemporary film-critical discourses which are currently under the rubric of film semiotics. Key elements of the language of cinema are studied with the goal of developing both critical and creative skills. Taught in English.
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SPAN 399 - Independent Study (3 credits)
(Prereq: a written contract between students and instructor for a special topic dealing with Spanish language or culture, and approved by the dean of the College of Humanities and Fine Arts) May not be used to satisfy the Spanish Minor Core.
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SPAN 410 - Spanish Peninsular Literature (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 340 ) A survey of the major literary works of Spain from the Middle Ages through the twentieth century.
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SPAN 411 - Spanish American Literature (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 340 ) A survey of the major literary works of Spanish American from pre-Columbian times through the twentieth century.
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SPAN 430 - Spanish Linguistics (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 340 ) Study of modern Spanish with attention to the application of linguistic theory to the effective teaching of Spanish.
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SPAN 431 - Spanish and Hispanic Cultures in Spain and the Caribbean (3 credits)
(Writing Intensive) (Prereq: SPAN 211 ) The course refines oral abilities reviewed in SPAN 321 , developing language skills related to speaking and listening up to an intermediate high proficiency, according to the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL), necessary for communicating in everyday situations in Hispanic cultures. It also continues exposing students to the many facets of Hispanic cultures in the Caribbean and Spain. F, S.
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SPAN 435 - Spanish English Contrasts (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 355 ) This course offers insights into Spanish phonology, morphology, syntax and lexicon as seen through the eyes of an English-speaking learner of Spanish. It proposes an in-depth study of Spanish linguistic structures and its implications for language teaching and translation. S.
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SPAN 460 - Writing for Advanced Spanish (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 315 ) This course provides students all the tools they need to write successfully in Spanish in academic and non-academic settings, and to become better writers both inside and outside the Spanish classroom. Class format includes intensive writing and continued development of reading and writing skills. Reading ability will be developed as a means to improve writing. This class is conducted entirely in Spanish. F.
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SPAN 480 - Capstone: Advanced Topics in Literature and Culture (3 credits)
(Prereq: SPAN 340 or equivalent) Intensive study and analysis of a notable author or authors, literary trends or selected cultural topics. Emphasis may be placed on one or more of the various forms of artistic, cultural or linguistic expressions. Consolidate and further the skills developed in the Spanish major.
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SPAN 495 - Internship (3 credits)
(Prereq: permission of the department chair) This is a guided internship and requires 120 hours of outside work, a journal, and a final evaluation paper. Students must have permission of the department chair before applying for internship. Application for the internship can be obtained without receiving permission from the department chair. Students are professionally supervised in an organization while working 120 hours during a semester (12 weeks at 10 hours per week). The application states the course’s objective, requirements, and grading procedures. A contract between the student and the facility or organization where the internship will take place is signed by all parties - the student faculty supervisor, chair of the department, and the dean of the College of Humanities and Fine Arts. During the internship period, students are required to maintain a journal. Interim and final reports are sent to the organization by the coordinator of internships.
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Statistics |
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STAT 201 - Elementary Statistics (3 credits)
(Prereq: A grade of ‘C’ or better in MATH 130 , MATH 130I , or MATH 139 ) (Coreq: STAT 201L ) An introductory course in the fundamentals of modern statistical methods. Topics include descriptive statistics, introduction to probability, random variables and sampling distribution, linear regression and correlation, testing of hypothesis concerning one and two population samples, confidence interval estimation of parameters and introduction to one way ANOVA (analysis of variance). Primarily for students in the field of science who need basic knowledge of statistics. Students may not receive credit for this course if credit has been received from any of the following courses: CBAD 291 , or PSYC 225 . F, S, Su.
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STAT 201L - Elementary Statistics Computer Laboratory (1 credit)
(Coreq: STAT 201 ) The computer laboratory involves exercises and/or lectures accompanying STAT 201 . Students will use various statistical software. Laboratory exercises are designed to analyze data using appropriate tests/methods introduced in STAT 201 . F, S, Su.
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STAT 315 - Regression Analysis (3 credits)
(Prereq: STAT 201 , CBAD 291 , or PSYC 225 with a grade of ‘C’ or better) This course, which provides an in-depth coverage of regression analysis, is suitable as a second course in statistics. Topics include correlation, simple and multiple linear regression, method of least squares, model building and diagnostic checking, hypothesis testing, outliers, influence, multicollinearity, transformations, categorical regressors, and logistic regression. Examples and case studies are drawn from the sciences and business. Computers and statistical software will be used extensively. F, odd years.
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STAT 316 - Experimental Design I (3 credits)
(Prereq: STAT 201 , CBAD 291 , or PSYC 225 with a grade of ‘C’ or better) Topics include, but are not limited to, analysis of variance, analysis of covariance, Fisher assumptions, randomization, basic factorial designs, complete block designs, two-way factorial designs, split plot/repeated measures designs, interaction, blocking, Latin squares, and multiple comparisons. Computers and statistical software will be used extensively. F.
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STAT 317 - Nonparametric Statistical Methods (3 credits)
(Prereq: STAT 201 , CBAD 291 , or PSYC 225 with a grade of ‘C’ or better) Topics include nonparametric analogues to t- and F-tests, ANOVA, regression and correlation, goodness of fit tests, tests of independence, and measures of association. Computers and statistical software will be used extensively. S, even years.
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STAT 318 - Applied Statistical Methods (3 credits)
(Prereq: STAT 201 , CBAD 291 , or PSYC 225 with a grade of ‘C’ or better) This course covers issues and methods for biological, marine and health sciences. Topics include study design, hypothesis testing, linear models, multivariate methods, analysis of rates and proportions, analysis of survival data, logistic regression, and log-linear models. Examples and case studies are drawn from biology, marine science and health-related fields. Computers and statistical software will be used extensively. S.
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STAT 319 - Categorical Data Analysis (3 credits)
(Prereq: STAT 201 , CBAD 291 , or PSYC 225 with a grade of ‘C’ or better) A first course in the analysis of discrete data including two-dimensional tables, the log linear model, goodness-of-fit of the model, measures of dependence, three and higher dimensional tables, hierarchical models, model selection, ordered categories, logit model, and introduction to Bayesian analysis of categorical data. Computers and statistical software will be used extensively. S, odd years.
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STAT 320 - Experimental Design II (3 credits)
(Prereq: A grade of ‘C’ or better in STAT 316 ) This course offers advanced topics in experimental design. These topics include, but are not limited to, split plot designs, repeated measures, nested designs, advanced topics in block designs, and advanced topics in factorial designs. Computers and statistical software will be used extensively. S.
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STAT 399 - Independent Study/Internship in Statistics (3 credits)
(Prereq: STAT 412 ) Directed study of specific topics or supervised work as part of an approved internship. F.
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STAT 412 - Statistical Inference I (3 credits)
(Prereq: A grade of ‘C’ or better in MATH 161 ) Sample spaces, probability, random variables, distributions. S.
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STAT 413 - Statistical Inference II (3 credits)
(Prereq: A grade of ‘C’ or better in STAT 412 ) Point and interval estimation, tests of hypothesis, limiting distributions, order statistics. Offered as needed.
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STAT 419 - Actuarial Mathematics I (3 credits)
(Prereq: A grade of ‘C’ or better in STAT 412 or permission of the instructor) Survival distributions and life tables, life insurance, annuities, benefit analysis risk theory. Offered as needed.
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STAT 420 - Statistical Computing (3 credits)
(Prereq: A grade of ‘C’ or better in STAT 412 , or STAT 201 and grade of ‘C’ or better in MATH 161 ) This course introduces key topics in statistical programming including techniques for random number generation, Monte-Carlo and MCMC methods, and bootstrapping. S, even years.
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Swain Scholars |
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SWNS 301 - Swain Scholars I (1 credit)
(Prereq: must be a current Swain Scholar) Preparatory classroom experiences to improve the capacity of Swain Scholars to impact community health by engaging in health promotion outreach activities in conjunction with local health agencies. This class is automatically offered for honors credit.
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SWNS 302 - Swain Scholars II (2 credits)
(Prereq: must be a current Swain Scholar) Second phase of Swain Scholars program to focus on implementation of community health outreach activities. Community health outreach will address an area of identified need with one or more community partners. Scholars provide outreach service and education of specified community sites and in the Coastal Carolina University community. This class is automatically offered for honors credit.
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SWNS 401 - Swain Scholars III: Community Health Education Initiative (1 credit)
(Prereq: must be a current Swain Scholar) Leadership and mentoring experiences to increase capacity of Swain Scholars to improve community health. Swain Scholars will engage in either a health-related research based track with a Coastal Carolina University faculty member or a project-based track with a health-related agency. This class is automatically offered for honors credit. F.
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SWNS 402 - Swain Scholars IV: Community Health Education Initiative (2 credits)
(Prereq: must be a current Swain Scholar) Continuation of leadership, mentoring, and supervised research or outreach-based project to improve community health. Emphasis will be placed on building the capacity of Swain Scholars to conduct health-related research and articulate findings. This class is automatically offered for honors credit. S.
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Teaching Fellows Program |
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TFP 102 - Teaching Fellows Special Topics in Education Seminar (1 credit)
(Prereq: Teaching Fellow Status and UNIV 110 -or equivalent) This course focuses on the study of leadership and the leadership skills of effective leaders and teachers. Topics include leadership styles, valuing diversity, defining leadership in the community/classroom, and factors that influence/contribute to effective teacher leadership. Pass/Fail grading only. S.
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TFP 201 - Teaching Fellows Special Topics in Education Seminar (0-1 credits)
(Prereq: Teaching Fellows status and TFP 102 ) This course focuses on the study of leadership and the leadership skills of effective leaders and teachers. Topics include leadership styles, valuing diversity, defining leadership in the community/classroom, and factors that influence/contribute to effective teacher leadership. Pass/Fail grading only. F.
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Theater |
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THEA 100 - Common Hour (0 credits)
Weekly meetings for theatre and musical theatre majors to discuss theatre issues including but not limited to audition strategies, head shots, career options and planning, workshop opportunities, etc. F, S.
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THEA 101 - Introduction to Theatre Art (3 credits)
Understanding and criticism of dramatic literature, history, and production. F, S.
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THEA 114 - Fundamentals of Dance (2 credits)
Introduction to Dance is an entry level course in ballet and jazz dance techniques, geared toward the student who has spent little to no time in the study of dance. The class will incorporate warm-up, physical conditioning and stamina training, as well as the basics of partner dancing and dance audition techniques. This course may be repeated up to three times for credit. F.
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THEA 130 - Principles of Dramatic Analysis (3 credits)
This course is designed to cultivate students understanding of contemporary cultural/literary theories, critical evaluation, analysis, and interpretation of dramatic literature and performance. The class emphasizes traditional and non-traditional canons of dramatic literature, traditional structures and forms of drama and cultural arguments within their literary, historical and philosophical contexts.
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THEA 142 - The Speaking Voice (3 credits)
The course is designed to develop a clear and expressive speaking voice for performance and communication. Work includes exercises to reduce tension, enhance confidence, increase clarity and improve the quality of the voice. Learning is accomplished though conceptual study (reading, discussion, writing assignments and/or tests), in-class exercises, individual practice, and performance of text.
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THEA 149 - Acting for Non-Majors (3 credits)
Introduction to acting through exercises, improvisations and scene study that involve public performance as well as the development of communication skills.
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THEA 150 - Acting I (3 credits)
(Prereq: permission of the instructor) Acting I is a studio course in the foundational techniques of acting. The course explores the demands and conventions of realistic acting. Using a variety of individual and group exercises the student will develop actor skills through exploration of work on the self and work on the role. Students will create and develop character using vocal and physical exploration, script analysis, and the active pursuit of objectives among others. Participants in this course will perform improvisations, monologues and scenes. Written work will include character analyses, text analyses, and critical review of outside performances. S.
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THEA 153 - Introduction to Theatre Technology (3 credits)
Students will be introduced to emerging technology unique to the live entertainment industry including lighting, sound, projection, video and show control. The class will focus on installation technique, basic systems operational control theory, and electrical theory. Lectures in conjunction with lab exercises provide students with the skills required to install and operate basic live entertainment technology. S.
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THEA 154 - Introduction to Costuming (3 credits)
Basic principles of costume design and construction and survey of selected historical periods in costume history.
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THEA 155 - Stagecraft (3 credits)
A beginning course in the principles and practice of stagecraft.
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THEA 160 - Acting I Studio (3 credits)
(Prereq: THEA 150 ) Acting I Studio is a studio based course that builds upon the learned vocabulary in Acting I by applying the acting training to selected monologues. Students will investigate the actor’s work in research, preparation for rehearsal and application of techniques to a series of monologues. Students work will be showcased in a Spring Monologue Showcase. S.
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THEA 171 - Stage Auditions (1 credit)
A beginning study of audition methods, including material selection, role preparation, and casting presentation.
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THEA 174 - Ballet I (2 credits)
Introduction to the techniques of classical ballet including alignment, positions, port de bras, and center combinations.
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THEA 175 - Jazz I (2 credits)
Introduction to the style, technique, and rhythmic structures of Jazz dance.
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THEA 176 - Tap I (2 credits)
Introduction to the fundamental principles of tap.
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THEA 201 - World Performance Traditions (3 credits)
This course will document and trace the phenomenon of performances as a part of human culture. Observing the earliest roots of performance in ancient societies, the course will follow the evolution of performance as realized through storytelling, theatre, dance, musical performance and other representational modes.
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