ANTHROPOLOGY
INTRODUCTION
TO ANTHROPOLOGY - ANTH 101H
A
survey of anthropology, this course introduces the fundamental
concepts, methods and perspectives of the field; the description
and analysis of human culture, its growth and change; and
the nature and functions of social institutions. The course
website is available at www.anthro.umt.edu/notes/101.
This is a Non-Western Course. ANTH 101H, 3 cr.
COMPARATIVE
SOCIAL ORGANIZATION - ANTH 220S
In
this course, participants study the social organization of
non-western societies. Emphasis is placed on variations in
ecology, social structure, economic, political and religious
beliefs and practices. This is a Non-Western Course. ANTH
220S, 3 cr.
ARCHAEOLOGY
OF MONTANA – ANTH 352
In this course, participants explore the origins, backgrounds
and development of Pre-Columbian American peoples and cultures.
ANTH 352, 3 cr.
GIS
IN ARCHAEOLOGY - ANTH 495
This course exposes students to the variety of Geographic
Information Systems (GIS) tools and techniques available to
archaeologists and anthropologists. Course topics include
data acquisition, managment and analysis, as well as cartography
and graphical display of analytical results. Integration of
real-world examples compliments lectures and exercises. ANTH
495, 3 cr.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION – ANTH 495
This course is intended to provide a comprehensive foundation
to historic preservation practice and issues. Topics include
the history and theory of the American historic preservation
movement, identification of historic properties, preservation
technology, strategies for conservation of historic resources
and a critical examination of the philosophy and principles
of preservation. ANTH 495, 3 cr.
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ART
CERAMICS
FOR NON-MAJORS - ART 129A
A general introduction to art using ceramics, this
course is less specialized than Ceramics I for Fine Arts Majors.
Credit from ART 129A is not allowed toward a B.A., B.F.A.,
or minor in art. ART 129A, 3 cr.
PHOTOGRAPHY I
– ART 215A
In this introduction to photography as an art form students
learn about exposure, camera basics, composition, developing,
printing and print finishing techniques. Course focuses on
technical expertise and issues of content and personal expression.
Prerequisite: ART 123A. ART 215A, 3 cr.
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ART - ART 314A
In this course, future elementary school teachers
are introduced to visual art teaching methods, including production
of original works in a variety of media, methods of critique,
curricular components, media management, resources and guided
teaching experiences in a school setting. ART 314A, 3 cr.
SCULPTURE: BEGINNING BLACKSMITHING – ART 395
Learn the basics of forging steel within the context of contemporary
sculpture! The course focuses on the processes of tapering,
decorative surface work, relief, and using rivets. Students
learn how to operate both gas and coal forges, and how to
work in teams. No experience in metals needed. (No swords
or horseshoes!) ART 395, 3 cr.
VISUAL
ART AND COMMUNICATION IN CENTRAL EUROPE – ART 495
This study abroad course exposes students to various communication
strategies by exploring the visual arts and cultures of the
modern European nations of Austria, Germany, the Czech Republic
and Slovakia, and by analyzing the relationship between art,
nonverbal communication and intercultural dialogue. Students
will understand how modern society encodes values, shapes
and organizes messages and allows for personal expression.
The class focuses on Imperial, Nazi and Soviet-Era, and post
World War II public monuments and spaces, museums and other
social environments for their communicative and persuasive
qualities. ART/COMM 495, 3 cr.
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BIOMEDICAL & PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCE
USE
OF ANIMALS IN RESEARCH – BMED 401
This introductory course to the care and use of laboratory
animals in research includes lecture and some hands-on instruction
with inanimate models and live animals. BMED 401, 2 cr.
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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - FINANCE
BUSINESS
FINANCE - FIN 322
Students
are introduced to the methodology and practice of business
financial decisions. Prerequisites: Junior standing in the
School of Business; ACCT 201, ACCT 202, ECON 111S and ECON
112S or Consent of Instructor. FIN 322, 3 cr.
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BUSINESS
ADMINISTRATION - MANAGEMENT
MANAGEMENT
AND ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR - MGMT 340S
This
course provides an intensive examination of the fundamentals
of management and organization supported by the application
of behavioral science principles to the management of people
in organizations. Prerequisite: Junior standing in Business.
MGMT 340S, 3 cr.
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BUSINESS
ADMINISTRATION - MARKETING
MARKETING
PRINCIPLES - MKTG 360
Participants
explore product, price, distribution and promotion strategies
in the marketing environment, including government regulation
and marketing ethics. Prerequisite: Junior standing in Business.
MKTG 360, 3 cr.
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BUSINESS
ADMINISTRATION - MBA
CHILE,
MONTANA AND GLOBAL ECONOMIC POLICY AND LEGAL
DEVELOPMENTS: COMPARATIVE AND HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVES - MBA
694
.
EVST 595/HIST 595/EDLD 694/MBA 694, 3 cr.
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COMMUNICATION
STUDIES
INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC SPEAKING - COMM
111A
Instruction includes the preparation, presentation
and criticism of speeches. Emphasis is placed on the development
of public speaking techniques through constructive criticism.
Credit is not allowed for both COMM 111A and COM 160A. COMM
111A, 3 cr.
VISUAL
ART AND COMMUNICATION IN CENTRAL EUROPE – COMM 495
This study abroad course exposes students to various communication
strategies by exploring the visual arts and cultures of the
modern European nations of Austria, Germany, the Czech Republic
and Slovakia, and by analyzing the relationship between art,
nonverbal communication and intercultural dialogue. Students
will understand how modern society encodes values, shapes
and organizes messages and allows for personal expression.
The class focuses on Imperial, Nazi and Soviet-Era, and post
World War II public monuments and spaces, museums and other
social environments for their communicative and persuasive
qualities. ART/COMM 495, 3 cr.
PRESIDENTIAL
INAUGURATION SEMINAR/HONORS - COMM 495
PSC 493/COMM 495, 3 cr.
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COMPUTER
SCIENCE
INTRODUCTION
TO COMPUTER MODELING - CS 172
This
course introduces participants to problem solving with spreadsheets
and databases, using the computer to analyze sets of data
and presenting the results of analysis. Prerequisites: previous
computer experience and MATH 100 or an equivalent score on
the math placement test, or Consent of Instructor. Credit
is not allowed for CS 172 and CRT 172. CS 172, 3 cr.
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COUNSELOR
EDUCATION
MOTIVATIONAL
INTERVIEWING – COUN 495/595
This course begins January 5 and includes a Blackboard supplement
component. COUN 495/595, 2 cr.
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CURRICULUM
& INSTRUCTION
EXPLORING
TEACHING THROUGH FIELD EXPERIENCES - C&I 200
This
course provides a guided introductory field experience for
students committed to teaching as a profession. The field
experience is connected to content of concurrent theory classes.
Seminars include professional development portfolio, developmental
level of students, diversity, learning/teaching strategies,
motivation, classroom management and assessment of learning.
Consent of Instructor is required. C&I 200, 1 cr.
PRE-SCHOOL
PRACTICUM LAB - C&I 367
This course includes practicum experiences concerning observational
assessment of children, study of the planning process, team
teaching of a one-week unit plan, and planning and directing
parent/teacher conferences. Students complete selected readings
and assignments on child development, early childhood ecological
arrangements, and classroom management. Weekly seminars include
early childhood pedagogy, adapted and regular physical education.
Students must attend a mandatory meeting at 12:00 or 4:00
p.m. on the first day of the semester. C&I 367, 3cr.
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DANCE
BEGINNING
TAP - DAN 194
This
course explores the basic rudiments of tap dancing with an
emphasis on technique and musicality. Participants are presented
with an introduction to classic time steps and tap improvisation,
and will learn and practice a choreographed dance by the end
of the session. DAN 194, 1 cr.
AFRICAN
DANCE - DAN 195
Participants
study and experience the athletic, high energy dances of Africa,
supplemented by songs and lessons on culture, history and
traditions. Participants are also taught warmups and
isolations specific to African dance, led to live drums, mbira
and bells. DAN 195, 2 cr.
TRIBAL
STYLE BELLY DANCE - DAN 195
Students
are provided with a foundation in the fundamental movements,
rhythms, history and culture of Tribal Style Belly Dance.
Students explore various styles of tribal dance, costuming
and music, and how fusion has played a role in the development
of this dance style in America. DAN 195, 2 cr.
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DRAMA
ACTING
FOR NON MAJORS - DRAM 111A
This course introduces students to the skills and techniques
required of the actor to be effective in communication with
others on stage and off stage. DRAM 111A,
3cr.
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ECONOMICS
INTRODUCTION
TO MICROECONOMICS - ECON 111S
Participants
in this course study the nature of a market economy, economic
decisions of the household and firm, competition and monopoly,
value and price determination, distribution of income and
applied microeconomic topics. ECON 111S, 3 cr.
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EDUCATIONAL
LEADERSHIP
CHILE,
MONTANA AND GLOBAL ECONOMIC POLICY AND LEGAL
DEVELOPMENTS: COMPARATIVE AND HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVES - EDLD
694
.
EVST 595/HIST 595/EDLD 694/MBA 694, 3 cr.
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ENGLISH
- CREATIVE WRITING
INTRODUCTION
TO CREATIVE WRITING: FICTION - ENCR 210A
This
introductory writing workshop focuses on the reading, discussion
and revision of students' short fiction. Students are introduced
to models of fiction techniques. No prior experience in writing
short fiction is required. ENCR 210A, 3 cr..
INTRODUCTION TO
CREATIVE WRITING: POETRY - ENCR 211A
This
course provides an introductory writing workshop focused on
the reading, discussion and revision of students' poems. Students
are introduced to models of poetic techniques. No prior experience
in writing poetry required. ENCR 211A, 3 cr.
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ENGLISH
- FILM
FILM
AND THE CRIMINAL - ENFM 381
Students critically assess a variety of films that portray
criminality against a backdrop of psycho-philosophical theories
that attempts to explain deviance. ENFM/LS/MCLG 381, 3 cr.
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ENGLISH
- LITERATURE
INTRODUCTION
TO CRITICAL INTERPRETATION - ENLT 120L
A
study of how readers make meaning of texts and how texts influence
readers, emphasis in this course is placed on interpreting
literary texts, close reading, critical analysis and effective
writing. This is a Lower Division Writing Course. ENLT 120L,
3 cr.
SHAKESPEARE
- ENLT 320
This
survey of selected Shakespeare plays emphasizes close reading
of the texts and consideration of their dramatic possibilities.
ENLT 320, 3 cr.
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ENVIRONMENTAL
STUDIES
WINTER
WILDERNESS FIELD STUDIES - EVST 495
This
course focuses on wilderness management using the Mission
Mountain Wilderness Area as a classroom and case study. Topics
include community-based stewardship, recreation use monitoring
and data collection for winter recreation research; fundamentals
of snow and avalanche science and mountain meteorology; winter
ecology; outdoor leadership, group dynamics and decision making,
and risk assessment; basic winter wilderness skills and emergency
care. Consent of Instructor is required. RECM/EVST 495, 3
cr.
GLOBAL
CLIMATE CHANGE POLICY AND ACTION - EVST 495
This
course reviews the issue of global climate change and policy
responses to the issue. Policies reviewed include Kyoto, cap
and trade and other national and international efforts to
reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Students also participate
in a cap and trade market simulation exercise. EVST 495, 1
cr.
EVST
495 – RESTORATIVE JUSTICE IN INDIAN COUNTRY
This course is an introduction to the efforts of American
Indians, Alaskan Natives and Native Hawaiians to restore the
integrity of their land base and assert treaty rights, such
as water and subsistence hunting and fishing rights. Students
consider the historical, ethical, political and cultural aspects
of land and sovereignty for native peoples in the United States
in the past, present and future. EVST 495, 2 cr.
CHILE,
MONTANA AND GLOBAL ECONOMIC POLICY AND LEGAL
DEVELOPMENTS: COMPARATIVE AND HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVES - EVST
595
.
EVST 595/HIST 595/EDLD 694/MBA 694, 3 cr.
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FORESTRY
ETHICS
AND THE MANAGEMENT OF PUBLIC LANDS - FOR 489E
In
this course, students are introduced to the theoretical and
practical ethical issues affecting the management of natural
resources in national forests and other public lands. FOR
495, 3 cr.
PRESCRIBED
FIRE PRACTICUM - FOR 495
FOR
495, 3 cr.
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GEOGRAPHY
MONTANA
MOUNTAINS – GEOG 138
In this
field-based course offered during wintersession, in the winter
splendor of the North Fork of the Flathead River and Glacier
National Park, addresses the physical geography, geology,
winter ecology, national park management, environmental history,
and the changing economy of the region. Prerequisite: freshman
or sophomore standing or consent of instructor. GEOG 138,
3 cr.
MOUNTAIN ENVIRONMENTS – GEOG 222
Students study mountain environments and their physical
processes around the globe: Andes, Appalachians, East African
Mountains, European Alps, Hindu Kush-Himalaya-Karakoram, Pamir,
Rocky Mountains, Southern Alps of New Zealand, Tien Shan,
and others. Topics include mountain building, alpine glaciers,
mountain geomorphology and climatology, mountain watersheds,
mountain biogeography, and mountain hazards such as earthquakes
and mass movements. GEOG 222, 3 cr.
CROWN
OF THE CONTINENT – GEOG 310
In this study of the geographical setting of the Crown of
the Continent of North America, students are introduced to
the richness of physical geography, history, culture, and
models of conservation, and examine ongoing research initiatives,
impacts of climate change, regional transformations, and the
relationship between people and this mountainous environment.
GEOG 310, 3 cr.
TRANSPORT,
PLANNING & GIS – GEOG 483
This project-oriented course focuses on patterns and trends
in urban passenger transportation, principles of transport
planning, and modeling in GIS-T. GEOG 483, 3 cr.
CARTOGRAPHY/GIS LABORATORY – GEOG 489
This lab course is designed to accompany cartography and GIS
courses. GEOG 489, 1 cr.
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GEOSCIENCES
GENERAL
GEOLOGY - GEOS 100N
This
course introduces participants to the principles of general
geology, including the work of wind, flowing water, glacial
ice, gravity, earthquakes, volcanoes and plate tectonics in
shaping the earth. Credit is not allowed for both GEOS 100N
and GEOS 109N. GEOS 100N, 2 cr.
GENERAL
GEOLOGY LABORATORY - GEOS 101N
Students
participate in a series of laboratory and field experiences
designed around basic geologic processes and materials, including
familiarization with common minerals, rocks, land forms and
structures. This course is intended to provide laboratory
experience with any geosciences course below GEOS 130. Prerequisite/corequisite:
any geosciences course below GEOS 130. Natural Science Lab
Course, Intro Geosciences Fee: $5.00. GEOS 101N, 1 cr.
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GERMAN
GERMANIC
MYTHOLOGY AND CULTURE - GERM 362H
Students
examine Germanic culture and mythology from 200 B.C. to A.D.
1200. Topics include the Germanic pantheon, Germanic religious
practices, Germanic migrations and major literary masterpieces.
GERM 362H/LS 221H/MCLG 231H, 3 cr.
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HEALTH
AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE
ANALYTICAL
AND COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUES - HHP 450
Through,
s ubstantial reading, speaking and writing, students analyze
and critique literature, cinema, and other forms of popular
media with “sport is life in miniature” as a predominant
theme. Emphasis is place on maintaining or improving communication
skills. Prerequisite: ENEX 101 or Consent of Instructor. HHP
450, 3 cr.
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HISTORY
CHILE,
MONTANA AND GLOBAL ECONOMIC POLICY AND LEGAL
DEVELOPMENTS: COMPARATIVE AND HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVES - HIST
595
.
EVST 595/HIST 595/EDLD 694/MBA 694, 3 cr.
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HONORS
COLLEGE
SERVICE
LEARNING: URBAN SOCIAL ISSUES (HONORS) - HC 395
Designed
to introduce students to various social issues faced by urban
communities and provide students with hands-on community service
experience addressing certain issues, this service learning
course begins with four seminars on campus to prepare and
educate students for their volunteer service experience. Students
then travel to San Francisco, California, where they volunteer
with nonprofit organizations in the city for five days. Through
volunteer service, students have the opportunity to gain knowledge
and skills that can be used in any local community to address
social problems. For more information, contact the instructor.
HC 395, 2 cr.
INDEPENDENT
STUDY - HC 396
HC
396, variable credit.
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LAW
GAMING
LAW - LAW 595
LAW
595, 1 cr.
GENDER
AND THE LAW - LAW 595
LAW
595, 2 cr.
ANIMAL
LAW - LAW 605
LAW
605, 1 cr.
ENVIRONMENTAL
LAW RESEARCH - LAW 677
LAW
677, 1 cr.
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LIBERAL
STUDIES
GERMANIC
MYTHOLOGY AND CULTURE - LS 221H
Students
examine Germanic culture and mythology from 200 B.C. to A.D.
1200. Topics include the Germanic pantheon, Germanic religious
practices, Germanic migrations and major literary masterpieces.
GERM 362H/LS 221H/MCLG 231H, 3 cr.
FILM
AND THE CRIMINAL - LS 381
Students critically assess a variety of films that portray
criminality against a backdrop of psycho-philosophical theories
that attempts to explain deviance. ENFM/LS/MCLG 381, 3 cr.
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MATHEMATICAL
SCIENCES
CONTEMPORARY
MATHEMATICS – MATH 107
This introduction to mathematical
ideas and their impact on society is intended for students
wishing to satisfy the general education mathematics requirement.
MATH 107, 3 cr.
POKER
FOR FUN AND PROFIT - MATH 195
With
best-selling books, movies, internet sites and even a weekly
TV show, poker is enjoying a resurgence. This course is aimed
at students interested in improving their poker skills, from
beginner to experienced player. Class begins by emphasizing
the mathematical probabilities and then folds in the other
considerations that make poker not just a game of math, but
a game of people. For participants who are reluctant to set
foot (or mouse) in a poker room, this course offers the necessary
preparation to succeed. Students examine the fundamentals
of all of the most popular games, Texas hold 'em, 7 card stud
and Omaha , and how to maximize your success in regular games
and tournaments, both live and on the internet. Participants
explore the literature and films that are an important part
of poker culture. MATH 195, 1 cr.
EXPLORING MATH WITH MAPLE
- MATH 395
Participants
learn ways to use Maple as a tool to explore math. Maple is
a computer program that does symbolic and numerical calculation,
plotting, and can be used to write a scientific report. No
prior knowledge of Maple is required. Topics of study include
algebra, number theory, geometry, calculus, and some topics
chosen by the participants (e.g. analysis af a game or construction
of some art). Maple is available in several of the UM computer
labs; participants in this course will be able to purcbase
Maple for a greatly discounted price from maplesoft.com to
run on a personal Windows, Macintosh, or Linux computer. MATH
395, 1 cr.
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MEDIA
ARTS
DIGITAL
TECHNOLOGY IN THE ARTS – MAR 102
In this introduction to the relationship between
aesthetics and the emerging capacities of digital technology,
students explore the basic evolution of hardware, system software,
and the internet and are presented with a brief history of
the pioneers of both traditional and digital art. Students
also look at contemporary and emerging trends in the artistic
application of digital technology. MAR 102, 3 cr.
FUNDAMENTALS
OF INTEGRATED DIGITAL ART - MAR 111A
In this project oriented editing and design course, students
focus on artistic expression and its relationship to digital
technology. Using Final Cut Pro, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe
After Effects, students create audio/visual work in both the
still image and time based mediums. MAR 111A, 3 cr.
INTRODUCTION
TO NON-LINEAR EDITING – MAR 112A
Students study of the history, process and philosophy
of narrative film/video editing and are introduced to Final
Cut Pro non-linear editing software. MAR 112A, 3 cr.
INTRODUCTION
TO PHOTOSHOP – MAR 295
MAR 295, 3 cr.
STOP MOTION
ANIMATION - MAR 395
Learn how to do animation the way it was done before computers!
If you’re interested in claymation, modeling 3-D objects
and creating work frame by frame, this is the hands-on Tim
Burton way of doing it (think “Nightmare Before Christmas”).
You will also explore hand drawn animation, blue screen techniques—all
methods in the physical and real world. MAR 395, 3 cr.
FILM
PRODUCTION DESIGN– MAR 495
MAR 495, 3 cr.
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MILITARY
SCIENCE - LEADERSHIP
THE
ARMY OFFICER
- MSL 401
In this course, students are introduced to the application
of leadership principles and techniques involved in leading
young men and women in today's Army. Students explore training
management, methods of effective staff collaboration and development
counseling techniques. Students develop proficiency in planning
and executing complex operations, functioning as a member
of a staff and mentoring subordinates. Restricted to contracted
Military Science students. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor;
corequisite MSL 303. MSL 401, 3 cr.
ETHICS
AND JUSTICE IN THE US ARMY
- MSL 402E
Students participate in case studies of military law and practical
exercises on establishing an ethical command climate, and
examine the role communications, values and ethics play in
effective leadership. Students complete a semester long Senior
Leadership Project that requires them to plan, organize, collaborate,
analyze and demonstrate their leadership skills. Restricted
to contracted Military Science students. Prerequisite: Consent
of Instructor; corequisite MSL 303. MSL 402E, 3 cr.
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MODERN
AND CLASSICAL LANGUAGES AND LITERATURES
GERMANIC
MYTHOLOGY AND CULTURE - MCLG 231H
Students
examine Germanic culture and mythology from 200 B.C. to A.D.
1200. Topics include the Germanic pantheon, Germanic religious
practices, Germanic migrations and major literary masterpieces.
GERM 362H/LS 221H/MCLG 231H, 3 cr.
UM
STUDENTS IN ROME (HONORS) – MCLG 395
Students will explore the city and history of Rome
in a small group led by a faculty member who loves Italy ,
has long experience with the country and Rome in particular
and has successfully directed this program several times.
The experience of this wonderful old, yet modern, cosmopolitan
city is unforgettable. Every weekday there will be group activities
including visits to museums, galleries, archeological sites
and churches. MCLG 395, 3 cr.
CHILEAN
CULTURE AND CIVILIZATION - MCLG 395
.
MCLG 395, 3 cr.
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MUSIC
HISTORY
OF ROCK AND ROLL - MUS 133L
In
this study of the roots, components,
and development of the musical art form “Rock and Roll,”
significant performing artists and movements within the style
are identified and presented. MUS 133L, 3cr.
BEGINNING
AND INTERMEDIATE FOLK GUITAR - MUS 147A
The
instructor will adapt to your skill level. Both a beginning
and intermediate course in fundamentals of playing folk guitar,
Music 147A includes introduction to the rudiments of music.
It’s the perfect opportunity to move beyond your current
level of proficiency. MUS 147A, 2 cr.
MARCHING
BAND TECHNIQUES - MUS 495
MUS
495, 1 cr.
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NATIVE
AMERICAN STUDIES
INTRODUCTION
TO NATIVE AMERICAN STUDIES – NAS 100H
In this survey course students are acquainted with
Native American studies by a general overview of Indian history,
culture, philosophy and religious beliefs. NAS 100H, 3 cr.
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PHILOSOPHY
ETHICS:
THE GREAT TRADITIONS - 200E
Participants
in this course examine the Western vision of morality through
the careful study of selected writings from Aristotle, Kant
and Mill. Additional works in ethics may supplement primary
readings. PHIL 200E, 3 cr.
GOD'S
SALVATION: MERCY, JUSTICE, OR FAVORITISM? - PHIL 430
This
course begins with a viewing of Bergmans's Seventh Seal
and continues as a philosophical exploration regarding
the meaning of the Divine promise of salvation. Utilizing
both classical sources and contemporary film, the investigation
centers upon the development and juxtaposition of two central
interpretations of this enigma. The breadth of our exploration
will also include such issues such as creationism, miracles,
as well as matter pertaining to the existence and "death"
of God. PHIL 430, 3 cr.
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PHYSICS
PREPARATION
FOR INTRODUCTORY PHYSICS – PHYS 195
Learning a large number of physical concepts and
applying them to solve a wide range of physics problems have
been found to be a challenging task for many students in part
due to their lack of previous exposure to key physical concepts.
This course is intended for students who wish to learn or
review preparatory physics through inquiry and demonstrations.
In-depth understanding of some of the basic laws of physics
will be pursued. Also to be included is a review of essential
mathematics for students to succeed in PHYS 121. This course
does not fulfill requirements for college-level physics courses.
PHYS 195, 2 cr.
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POLITICAL
SCIENCE
ADVANCED
WRITING IN POLITICAL SCIENCE - PSC 400
This
course is designed for political science students to satisfy
their upper-division writing expectation for their major or
for students desiring additional experience in writing. Corequisite:
any upper division Political Science course. This is an Upper
Division Writing Course. PSC 400, 1 cr.
THE
PUBLIC POLICY CYCLE - PSC 468
Using
forest management policy as the focus of analysis, this course
asks participants to investigate the entire public policy
cycle. This cycle includes how a problem becomes defined as
a political issue and is placed on the public agenda, translated
into specific policy proposals, enacted into law, assigned
an agency for implementation, and subsequently evaluated for
possible modifications. By focusing narrowly on forest management
policy, this course provides an excellent opportunity to witness
the twists and turns of politics as policy is formulated by
the legislative branch, implemented by the executive branch,
and reviewed by the judicial branch. PSC 468, 3 cr.
PRESIDENTIAL
INAUGURATION SEMINAR/HONORS - PSC 493
PSC 493/COMM 495, 3 cr.
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PSYCHOLOGY
INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGICAL RESEARCH METHODS - PSYC 120
In this course, students employ experimental and quantitative
methods in the scientific study of behavior. Prerequisite:
PSYC 100S. PSYC 120, 3 cr.
CHILD AND ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT - PSYC 240S
This
course provides an overview of research findings on development
from infancy
through adolescence, with emphasis on application. Prerequisite:
PSYC 100S. PSYC 240S, 3 cr.
ADULT DEVELOPMENT AND AGING - PSYC 245
Students are given an overview of theories and research findings
in the psychology of adulthood and aging. Prerequisite: PSYC
100S. PSYC 245, 3 cr.
FUNDAMENTALS OF LEARNING - PSYC 260S
Students are introduced to basic theory and research on the
nature of animal learning and behavior. Prerequisite: PSYC
100S. PSYC 260S, 3 cr.
FUNDAMENTALS OF BIOLOGOCAL PSYCHOLOGY - PSYC 270N
In this introduction to the relationships between biological
structures and mechanisms and the corresponding psychological
processes and events, students explore origins and adaptations
of structures and behaviors, and the methods used to study
these relationships. Prerequisite: PSYC 100S. PSYC 270N, 3
cr.
ABNORMAL
PSYCHOLOGY - PSYC 330S
Students
examine the description and classification of abnormal behavior.
Prerequisite: PSYC 100S. PSYC 330S, 3 cr.
PRINCIPLES
OF COGNITIVE BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION - PSYC 337
Participants study the basic principles, assumptions,
methodology and applications of behavior modification. Coursework
includes discussion of current literature relevant to behavioral
assessment and treatment of major psychological disorders.
Prerequisites: PSYC 100S, 260S. PSYC 337, 3 cr.
SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY - PSYC 350S
Students examine individual behavior as a function of interpersonal
interaction. Prerequisite: PSYC 100S. PSYC 350S, 3 cr.
PSYCHOLOGY
OF PERSONALITY - PSYC 351S
Students
are introduced to theories and research in personality, including
an intensive survey of theoretical concepts and a detailed
examination of experimental methods and experiments in the
field of personality. Prerequisite: PSYC 100S. PSYC 351S,
3 cr.
PSYCHOLOGY
OF FAMILY VIOLENCE - PSYC 385
This
course explores the theoretical explanations for the presence
of violence in American families; study includes research
and interventions in such areas as child physical and sexual
abuse, battering of women, marital rape, spousal homicide,
etc. Prerequisite: PSYC 100S; recommended prerequisites: PSYC
220 and 330S. PSYC 385, 3 cr.
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RECREATION
MANAGEMENT
WINTER
WILDERNESS FIELD STUDIES - RECM 495
This
course focuses on wilderness management using the Mission
Mountain Wilderness Area as a classroom and case study. Topics
include community-based stewardship, recreation use monitoring
and data collection for winter recreation research; fundamentals
of snow and avalanche science and mountain meteorology; winter
ecology; outdoor leadership, group dynamics and decision making,
and risk assessment; basic winter wilderness skills and emergency
care. Consent of Instructor is required. RECM/EVST 495, 3
cr.
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RESPIRATORY
CARE
CARDIOPULMONARY
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY - RES 235T
Principles of physiologic chemistry are introduced and applied
to the macro and micro anatomy of the cardiopulmonary system
with a focus on structure and function. Application is made
to pathology and assessment of patients receiving mechanical
ventilation. Prerequisites: RES 120T, 129T, 131T, 133T, 150T
or Consent of Instructor. RES 235T, 3 cr.
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SOCIAL
WORK
PUBLIC
POLICY AND THE MONTANA STATE LEGISLATURE – SW 495
In this course, students examine the process by which
Montana's public policies are formulated and how they impact
its citizens. Students analyze the policy making process,
consider its various stages of formation and learn how social
workers can influence the process. Students also examine why
various groups and individuals are more successful in influencing
the policy-making process, both in terms of the issues that
are addressed and the power they possess to deal with such
issues. SW 495, 2 cr.
SPIRITUALITY AND FAITH IN SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE –
SW 495
In this course, designed to help social workers,
counselors, and other human service professionals, students
examine their own values when it comes to faith and learn
how to use spirituality in a clinical context to promote healing.
Instruction includes ways to effectively challenge religious
convictions that can impair healing, and incorporate what
frequently appear as religious barriers in the service of
hope and healing. S W 495, 1 cr.
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SOCIOLOGY
PRINCIPLES OF SOCIOLOGY – SOC 110S
Students are presented with an overview of the principles
and concepts used in the study of human social interaction,
groups, communities and societies. SOC 110S, 3 cr.
GENDER AND SOCIETY – SOC 275S
This course explores the social construction of gender,
especially in western, post-industrial societies such as the
U.S., how gender ideologies affect the social definition and
position of men and women in work, family, sexual relationships,
sexual divisions of labor, and social movements. SOC 275S,
3 cr.
PRECEPTORSHIP IN SOCIOLOGY - SOC 386
Participants assist a faculty member by tutoring, conducting
review sessions, helping students with research projects,
and carrying out other class-related responsibilities. Open
to juniors and seniors with instructor's consent. Proposals
must be approved by department chair. Prerequisite: SOC 110S
and consent of instr. SOC 386, 2-3 cr.
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SPANISH
ADVANCED
PRACTICE IN SPANISH CONVERSATION - SPAN 328
This
course emphasizes conversation practice and includes a general
review of Spanish grammar. Native and Heritage Spanish speakers
will visit the classroom to practice with the students. SPAN
328, 3 cr.
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