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.
FOUNDATIONS
OF CIVILIZATION - ANTH 251
Students explore the worldwide evolution of human society
from stone age hunter gatherers to the beginnings of modern
civilization through the colorful and exciting world of archaeologists
and the sites they excavate.
This is a Non-Western Course. ANTH 251,
3 cr.
ARCHAEOLOGY
OF THE SOUTHWESTERN UNITED STATES - ANTH 357
The development of the prehistoric communities in the southwestern
United States from ancient times to the dawn of history in
the area. This is a Non-Western
Course. ANTH 357, 3 cr.
PALEOINDIAN
ARCHAEOLOGY - ANTH 395
In this course, students are guided to a better understanding
of the earliest peopling of the Americas, more than 11,000
years ago. Students look at the archeological data (as well
as linguistics, skeletal, genetic and other data) to determine
from where and when the earliest Americans arrived on our
continent. Archaeological sites from suchs diverse places
as Montana, Siberia, Japan, France and Chile, among others,
provide possible answers to one of the most intriguing questions
in contemporary American archaeology: how, when and from where
did people first arrive in the Americas? ANTH 395, 3 cr.
ANTHROPOLOGY
OF GLOBALIZATION - ANTH 395
This course teaches students the fundamentals in the anthropology
of globalization,
including both economic and cultural aspects. As the world
is becoming increasingly
interconnected through flows of commodities, people, and media
images, this has
profound implications for both the restructuring of work and
of people’s sense of
belonging. Students keep a focus on lived experience as they
explore new developments in global capitalism, the rise of
world-wide migration, and
transnationalism. ANTH 395, 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.
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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.
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.
ADVANCED RESEARCH
IN PHOTOGRAPHY - ART 416
This course is an investigation
of photography with emphasis on student proposals, including
specific technical and conceptual aspects. ART 416, 3 cr.
ART
AND WAR- ART 395
COURSE DESCRIPTION COMING SOON. ART 395, 3 cr.
SCULPTURE
CASTING IN METAL- ART 495
COURSE DESCRIPTION COMING SOON. ART 495, 3 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 - INFORMATION SYSTEMS
BUSINESS
LAW - IS 257
Students
analyze the legal and ethical implications of domestic and
international commercial transactions. IS 257, 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.
ADVERTISING
COMPETITION - MKTG 369
This experiential course examines the strategy, research and
execution of an integrated marketing communications plan.
Participants' work culminates in the American Association
of Advertising's National Student Advertising Competition.
Prerequisites: Junior standing in Business, BADM 360, MKTG
362, 363, 366, or Consent of Instructor. MKTG 369, 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.
INTRODUCTION
TO PUBLIC RELATIONS - COMM 321
Students explore the many uses of communication
in the endeavor of public relations. Communication theories
and models including interpersonal communication, organizational
communication and mass communication are applied to explore
the internal and external communication behaviors associated
with public relations. COMM 321, 3 cr.
INSIDE
WASHINGTON '08 - COMM 495
Inside
Washington is a two week seminar in which students may choose
to participate either one or both weeks. Week One: In Pursuit
of the Presidency; Week Two: Politics and the Media. During
each week, students attend lectures, events, and sites tailored
around the specific focus of the particular week. Inside Washington’08
is one of the best ways for students to see the impact of
the political process and learn how the nation's leaders are
responding to the results of the 2006 congressional elections
and the potential 2008 presidential nominees. This seminar
also examines the critical role that the media plays in shaping
the opinions and views of the potential presidential candidates
as well as the policies being enacted by the newly elected
Congress. 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 280 or CRT 281. CS 172,
3 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.
FIELD
EXPERIENCE, MID LEVEL - C&I 301
This
course is an arranged field experience in an elementary or
middle school classroom, grades 4-8, for elementary education
majors whose C&I 200 experience was in grades PK-3, and
for secondary certification students whose C&I 200 experience
was in a high school classroom. Prerequisites/corequisites:
C&I 200 and admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Open to majors in CER1 and CER2. C&I 301, 1 cr.
FIELD EXPERIENCE, SECONDARY - C&I 302
This
course is an arranged field experience in a high school classroom
for students whose C&I 200 experience was in a middle
school setting. Prerequisites/corequisites: C&I 200 and
admission to the Teacher Education Program. Open to majors
in CER1 and CER2. C&I 302, 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, 3
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.
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GEOGRAPHY
MOUNTAINS
– GEOG 338
The physical and cultural aspects of the mountains of North
and South America, Europe, Africa, The Ring of Fire and South
Asia are explored. Emphasis is on combining the physical landscape
with an overview of the indigenous people who inhabit the
world’s heights. GEOG 338, 3 cr.
CROWN
OF THE CONTINENT – GEOG 395
The Crown of the Continent is the largest pristine ecosystem
left in the lower 48 states. Carrying the Continental Divide,
it extends southward from Banff, Alberta through Montana's
Glacier National Park and the Bob Marshall Wilderness Country
to the Blackfoot Valley. This microcosm of what the west once
was, is populated by almost every large mammal in North America
and boasts of a colorful native and white history while gathering
some of the most stunning scenery on the continent. Every
component of the Crown will be explored - including the physical
geography and geology, glaciers, rivers, wildlife, history,
the towns and people of the fringes of this wild landscape
and Glacier National Park as well as the wilderness of "the
Bob." GEOG 395, 3 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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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.
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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
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.
INTRODUCTION TO PRECALCULUS - MATH 195
In
this course students refine their algebraic skills and are
introduced to exponetial, logarithmic and trigonometric functions.
MATH 195, 2 cr.
CRYPTOGRAPHY - MATH 395
In
this class students explore the basics of encryption and decryption,
beginning with a short overview of the topics in number theory
that are germane to cryptography - primes, modular arithmetic,
congruencies, etc. Students study the various types of encryption
and decryption, including public key cryptography, and learn
how to use a computer to facilitate encryption and decryption.
MATH 395, 1 cr.
TEX-NICAL DOCUMENT PREPARATION
WITH LaTeX - MATH 395
This
course covers various aspects related to type-setting mathematics.
Students are introduced to TeX, a program designed to create
beautifully formatted technical documents. The course focuses
mainly on LaTeX, a collection of high-level macros which simplify
the use of TeX and make type-setting relatively easy. In addition
to beautifully typeset mathematics, LaTeX provides pain-free
referencing and formatting of bibliographies. The course is
intended for both undergraduate and graduate students. Examples
and exercises are drawn from a variety of sources, including
standard undergraduate courses. Attention is also given to
incorporating tables and graphics, basic drawing in LaTeX,
and creation of slide presentations. MATH 395, 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
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.
DIGITAL
TECHNOLOGY IN THE ARTS - MAR 195
Digital
technology is playing an increasingly important role in the
creation of art in the 21st century. This course will explore
the history of its development and look at some of the emerging
trends, from digital design software programs to the internet.
MAR 195, 3 cr.
FUNDAMENTALS
OF NON-LINEAR EDITING - MAR 195
This
project-oriented course will be held in the Media Arts computer
lab and will explore the art of narrative film/video editing.
Students will create their own work using Final Cut Pro non-linear
editing software. MAR 195, 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.
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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.
FILM
AND THE CRIMINAL - MCLG 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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MUSIC
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. Instructor: Luis Millan.
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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
PHYSICS
121 MATH PREPARATION - PHYS 195
Many
students drop or fail Physics 121 due, in large measure, to
inadequate mathematical and problem solving skills. This course
will aid students planning to take Physics 121 in the near
future, to establish or re-establish the tools necessary to
succeed in an algebra based introductory physics course such
as Physics 121. This is not a preview of physics but rather
a selective revisiting of arithmetic, algebraic, and trigonometric
topics that are especially needed in Physics 121. These will
be presented in the context of word problems so that students
will also be constantly practicing their basic problem solving
skills during this 15 day period. This class is not intended
to substitute in any way for any other course on this campus.
Its sole function is to help under-prepared students succeed
in Physics 121. 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.
INSIDE
WASHINGTON '08 - PSC 493
Inside
Washington is a two week seminar in which students may choose
to participate either one or both weeks. Week One: In Pursuit
of the Presidency; Week Two: Politics and the Media. During
each week, students attend lectures, events, and sites tailored
around the specific focus of the particular week. Inside Washington’08
is one of the best ways for students to see the impact of
the political process and learn how the nation's leaders are
responding to the results of the 2006 congressional elections
and the potential 2008 presidential nominees. This seminar
also examines the critical role that the media plays in shaping
the opinions and views of the potential presidential candidates
as well as the policies being enacted by the newly elected
Congress. 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
PRINCIPLES
AND TECHNIQUES OF INTERPRETATION IN RECREATION - RECM 420
Students
explore the principles, concepts and techniques essential
to providing hign-quality interpretive programs in natural
or cultural history. Prerequisites: one biology course and
one public speaking course. RECM 420, 3cr.
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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SOCIAL
WORK
SOCIAL
WORK AND POPULAR THEATRE - SW 495
This
course presents an overview of theatre concepts, specifically
popular theatre as it relates to social change efforts. A
brief history of the development of popular theatre and examples
of justice-oriented practice through theatre provides a foundation
for hands-on exercises utilizing drama as a tool for personal
and professional growth and social transformation. Personal
and social forms of oppression are explored. Individual comfort
levels and personal/professiona1 bias may be challenged. The
overlap of social work concepts including mutual aid dynamics,
community organizing and empowerment with popular theatre
methods offer new and experienced social workers fresh perspective
on practice. SW 495, 1 cr.
ADDRESSING
WHITE RACISM - SW 495
This
course provides an opportunity for students to examine their
relationship to racism, exploring the ways whiteness operates
on individual, interpersonal, cultural and institutional levels.
This course bridges theory, critical reflection and practice,
and aims to prepare social work practitioners to continue
their own life-long learning with regard to deconstructing
white dominance while developing the tools to be leaders in
empowering others to do the same. SW 495, 1 cr.
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SOCIOLOGY
SOCIOLOGY OF LAW ENFORCEMENT - SOC 332
In this examination of policing in society, emphasis is placed
on the cultural context in which it occurs, its structural
characteristics, and social psychological processes. Prerequisite:
SOC 110S, 235, and either 230S or 330. SOC 332, 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.
QUALITATIVE METHODS - SOC 561
Students are introduced to the basic methods used to conduct
qualitative studies for advanced undergraduate and graduate
students, including ethnography, case study, focus group,
interview and field observation. Hands-on research experience
is provided through fieldwork projects, data coding and analysis,
and research ethics. Prerequisite: SOC 110S and 201. SOC 561,
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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