# Southwest Minnesota State University — full catalog > Generated 2026-06-22T22:00:14.987Z from a crawl of smsu.edu. 1966 records (191 programs · 1775 courses · 0 resource pages). > > Built and maintained by Team Tailwind (https://teamtailwind.com), an AI-native higher-ed advisory firm. # Accounting, BS **Degree** ## Courses - ACCT 211 — Principles of Accounting I - ACCT 212 — Principles of Accounting II - ACCT 305 — Sustainability Accounting - ACCT 312 — Intermediate Accounting II - ACCT 330 — Accounting for Government & Not-For-Profit Entities - ACCT 341 — Cost Accounting II - ACCT 360 — Accounting Information Systems - ACCT 370 — Microcomputers in Accounting - ACCT 401 — Advanced Accounting - ACCT 413 — Cost Accounting I - ACCT 414 — Federal Tax I - ACCT 416 — Intermediate Accounting I - ACCT 421 — Auditing - ACCT 424 — Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination - ACCT 427 — Essentials of Forensic Accounting - ACCT 430 — Forensic Analytics I: Methods and Techniques for Forensic Investigation - ACCT 433 — Forensic Analytics II: Methods and Techniques for Forensic Investigation - ACCT 445 — Senior Capstone - ACCT 451 — Federal Tax II - ACCT 495 — Senior Examination - BLAW 305 — Business Law I: Legal Environment and Contract Law - BLAW 355 — Business Law II: Commercial and Financial Law - COMM 200 — Small Group Communication - COMM 403 — Professional Presentations - ECON 201 — Principles of Microeconomics - ECON 202 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ECON 328 — Money and Banking - ECON 470 — International Business & Economics - ENG 331 — Business Communications - ENG 360 — Scientific & Technical Writing - FIN 230 — Business Statistics I - FIN 360 — Insurance and Risk Management - FIN 366 — Real Estate - FIN 457 — Corporate Finance I - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 454 — Labor Relations - MGMT 455 — Human Resource Management - MGMT 456 — Organizational Behavior and Theory - MGMT 492 — Business Policy - MKTG 301 — Principles of Marketing - POL 200 — International Relations - POL 440 — Public Administration Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/accounting/accounting-bs/ --- # Accounting Emphasis (150 SH) Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ACCT 330 — Accounting for Government & Not-For-Profit Entities - ACCT 341 — Cost Accounting II - ACCT 370 — Microcomputers in Accounting - ACCT 424 — Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination - ACCT 427 — Essentials of Forensic Accounting - ACCT 430 — Forensic Analytics I: Methods and Techniques for Forensic Investigation - ACCT 433 — Forensic Analytics II: Methods and Techniques for Forensic Investigation - ACCT 451 — Federal Tax II - ACCT 499 — Internship in Accounting - BLAW 355 — Business Law II: Commercial and Financial Law - COMM 200 — Small Group Communication - COMM 403 — Professional Presentations - ECON 328 — Money and Banking - ECON 470 — International Business & Economics - ENG 331 — Business Communications - ENG 360 — Scientific & Technical Writing - FIN 360 — Insurance and Risk Management - FIN 366 — Real Estate - FIN 457 — Corporate Finance I - MGMT 454 — Labor Relations - MGMT 455 — Human Resource Management - MGMT 456 — Organizational Behavior and Theory - MGMT 492 — Business Policy - MKTG 301 — Principles of Marketing - POL 200 — International Relations - POL 440 — Public Administration Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/accounting/accounting-emphasis-150-semester-hours/ --- # Accounting, Minor ## Courses - ACCT 211 — Principles of Accounting I - ACCT 212 — Principles of Accounting II - ACCT 312 — Intermediate Accounting II - ACCT 330 — Accounting for Government & Not-For-Profit Entities - ACCT 341 — Cost Accounting II - ACCT 360 — Accounting Information Systems - ACCT 413 — Cost Accounting I - ACCT 424 — Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination - ACCT 427 — Essentials of Forensic Accounting - ACCT 430 — Forensic Analytics I: Methods and Techniques for Forensic Investigation - ACCT 451 — Federal Tax II - ECON 201 — Principles of Microeconomics - ECON 202 — Principles of Macroeconomics Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/accounting/accounting-minor/ --- # Forensic Accounting & Fraud Investigation, Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ACCT 211 — Principles of Accounting I - ACCT 212 — Principles of Accounting II - ACCT 424 — Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination - ACCT 427 — Essentials of Forensic Accounting - ACCT 430 — Forensic Analytics I: Methods and Techniques for Forensic Investigation - ACCT 433 — Forensic Analytics II: Methods and Techniques for Forensic Investigation - PHIL 105 — Ethical Issues in Business Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/accounting/forensic-accounting-fraud-investigation-certificate/ --- # Forensic Accounting & Fraud Investigation, Minor ## Courses - ACCT 211 — Principles of Accounting I - ACCT 212 — Principles of Accounting II - ACCT 424 — Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination - ACCT 427 — Essentials of Forensic Accounting - ACCT 430 — Forensic Analytics I: Methods and Techniques for Forensic Investigation - ACCT 433 — Forensic Analytics II: Methods and Techniques for Forensic Investigation - PHIL 105 — Ethical Issues in Business Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/accounting/forensic-accounting-fraud-investigation-minor/ --- # Agribusiness Management, BS **Degree** ## Courses - ACCT 211 — Principles of Accounting I - ACCT 212 — Principles of Accounting II - AGBU 101 — Seminar I: Career Development & Portfolio Design - AGBU 290 — Agricultural Sales - AGBU 330 — Commodity Futures & Options Trading - AGBU 365 — Farm and Ranch Management I - AGBU 400 — International Agricultural Development - AGBU 440 — Agricultural Marketing - AGBU 460 — Agricultural Finance - AGBU 475 — Agricultural and Food Policy - AGBU 495 — Seminar II: Career Readiness & Portfolio Assessment - AGBU 499 — Internship - AGRO 132 — Principles & Practices of Crop Production - AGRO 212 — Grain & Forage Crop Management - AGRO 390 — Introduction to Precision Agriculture - AGRO 440 — Plant Breeding - BLAW 305 — Business Law I: Legal Environment and Contract Law - ECON 201 — Principles of Microeconomics - ECON 202 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ECON 300 — Introduction to Cooperatives - ECON 328 — Money and Banking - ENG 331 — Business Communications - ENVS 301 — Basic Soil Science - FIN 210 — Personal Finance - FIN 230 — Business Statistics I - FIN 350 — Introduction to Financial Management - FIN 355 — Entrepreneurial Finance - FIN 360 — Insurance and Risk Management - MATH 110 — College Algebra - MATH 115 — Finite Mathematics - MATH 135 — Precalculus - MATH 150 — Calculus I - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics - MGMT 221 — Computer Concepts and Applications - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MKTG 301 — Principles of Marketing - MKTG 331 — Principles of Selling - PSYC 200 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/agriculture/agribusiness-management-bs/ --- # Agribusiness Management, Minor ## Courses - AGBU 330 — Commodity Futures & Options Trading - AGBU 440 — Agricultural Marketing - ECON 201 — Principles of Microeconomics - FIN 230 — Business Statistics I - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics - PSYC 200 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/agriculture/agribusiness-management-minor/ --- # Agricultural Communications and Leadership, BS **Degree** ## Courses - AGBU 400 — International Agricultural Development - AGED 201 — Communication & Leadership Skills for Agricultural Educators - AGED 351 — Prof. Development in Agricultural Education: Internship & Job Shadowing - AGRO 115 — Professional Development in Agriculture: Orientation & Career Planning - AGRO 132 — Principles & Practices of Crop Production - AGRO 390 — Introduction to Precision Agriculture - AGRO 450 — Issues in Sustainable Agriculture - ANSC 101 — Introduction to Animal Science - COMM 200 — Small Group Communication - COMM 210 — Introduction to Public Relations - COMM 230 — Interpersonal and Cross-Cultural Communication - ECON 201 — Principles of Microeconomics - ECON 300 — Introduction to Cooperatives - ENG 331 — Business Communications - ENG 360 — Scientific & Technical Writing - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 460 — Leadership and Team Management - MKTG 301 — Principles of Marketing - MKTG 411 — Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/agriculture/agricultural-communications-leadership-bs/ --- # Agricultural Economics, Minor ## Courses - ACCT 211 — Principles of Accounting I - AGBU 330 — Commodity Futures & Options Trading - AGBU 365 — Farm and Ranch Management I - AGBU 440 — Agricultural Marketing - ECON 201 — Principles of Microeconomics - ECON 202 — Principles of Macroeconomics - FIN 230 — Business Statistics I - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics - PSYC 200 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/agriculture/agricultural-economics-minor/ --- # Agricultural Education, BS **Degree** Note: Students must fulfill the K-12 professional education requirements for licensure; see the Advising Guide for complete requirements. ## Courses - AGBU 365 — Farm and Ranch Management I - AGBU 400 — International Agricultural Development - AGBU 440 — Agricultural Marketing - AGED 201 — Communication & Leadership Skills for Agricultural Educators - AGED 220 — Agricultural Mechanics for Agricultural Educators - AGED 301 — Advising Youth Organization & Supervising Work Experiences - AGED 351 — Prof. Development in Agricultural Education: Internship & Job Shadowing - AGED 401 — Agricultural Education: 5-12 Methods - AGRO 115 — Professional Development in Agriculture: Orientation & Career Planning - AGRO 132 — Principles & Practices of Crop Production - AGRO 390 — Introduction to Precision Agriculture - ANSC 101 — Introduction to Animal Science - HOSP 120 — Food Sanitation and Safety Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/agriculture/agricultural-education-bs/ --- # Sustainable Agricultural Solutions, BS **Degree** ## Courses - ACCT 211 — Principles of Accounting I - AGBU 475 — Agricultural and Food Policy - AGED 201 — Communication & Leadership Skills for Agricultural Educators - AGRO 115 — Professional Development in Agriculture: Orientation & Career Planning - AGRO 132 — Principles & Practices of Crop Production - AGRO 341 — Principles of Pest Management - AGRO 390 — Introduction to Precision Agriculture - AGSO 315 — Plant and Soil Nutrition - AGSO 499 — Internship Field Experience - ANSC 101 — Introduction to Animal Science - COMM 210 — Introduction to Public Relations - ECON 201 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENG 331 — Business Communications - ENG 360 — Scientific & Technical Writing - ENVS 101 — Introduction to Geology - ENVS 101L — Introduction to Geology Lab - ENVS 107 — Introduction to ArcGIS - ENVS 180 — Environmental Science: Introduction - ENVS 180L — Environmental Science: Introduction Lab - ENVS 301 — Basic Soil Science - ENVS 301L — Basic Soil Science Lab - MATH 110 — College Algebra - MATH 115 — Finite Mathematics - MATH 135 — Precalculus - MATH 150 — Calculus I - MATH 151 — Calculus II - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 460 — Leadership and Team Management - PHIL 107 — Environmental Ethics Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/agriculture/agricultural-solutions-bs/ --- # Agriculture, BAS **Degree** In order to properly serve graduates from community colleges and technical schools, SMSU offers a Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree. The BAS degree program in Agriculture provides opportunities for individuals who have completed Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Associate of Science (AS) degree programs to achieve a bachelor’s degree with reduced course requirements when compared to a student who has not achieved any of the two-year degrees. ## Courses - AGBU 440 — Agricultural Marketing - AGBU 475 — Agricultural and Food Policy - AGED 201 — Communication & Leadership Skills for Agricultural Educators - AGRO 132 — Principles & Practices of Crop Production - AGRO 341 — Principles of Pest Management - AGRO 390 — Introduction to Precision Agriculture - AGRO 450 — Issues in Sustainable Agriculture - AGSO 499 — Internship Field Experience - ANSC 101 — Introduction to Animal Science - BLAW 305 — Business Law I: Legal Environment and Contract Law - ECON 201 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENG 331 — Business Communications - ENG 360 — Scientific & Technical Writing - ENVS 107 — Introduction to ArcGIS - ENVS 301 — Basic Soil Science - ENVS 301L — Basic Soil Science Lab - MATH 110 — College Algebra - MATH 115 — Finite Mathematics - MATH 135 — Precalculus - MATH 150 — Calculus I - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 460 — Leadership and Team Management Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/agriculture/agriculture-bas/ --- # Animal Science Minor ## Courses - AGSO 215 — Regenerative Grazing and Pasture Management - ANSC 101 — Introduction to Animal Science - ANSC 111 — Introduction to Veterinary Medicine - ANSC 131 — Beekeeping and Honey Production - ANSC 141 — Horsemanship: Lecture and Lab - ANSC 201 — Animal Nutrition - ANSC 251 — Introduction to Meat Science - ANSC 301 — Animal Anatomy and Physiology - ANSC 311 — Animal Reproduction Technologies - ANSC 499 — Animal Science Internship - BIOL 100 — Biology in the Modern World - BIOL 100L — Biology in Modern World Lab - BIOL 200 — Introduction to Cellular Biology - BIOL 200L — Introduction to Cellular Biology Lab - HOSP 120 — Food Sanitation and Safety Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/agriculture/animal-science-minor/ --- # Agronomy, BS **Degree** ## Courses - AGRO 115 — Professional Development in Agriculture: Orientation & Career Planning - AGRO 132 — Principles & Practices of Crop Production - AGRO 212 — Grain & Forage Crop Management - AGRO 315 — Professional Development in Agriculture: Internship - AGRO 325 — Seed Science and Grain Grading - AGRO 332 — Crop Quality, Traits, & Utilization - AGRO 341 — Principles of Pest Management - AGRO 390 — Introduction to Precision Agriculture - AGRO 415 — Professional Development in Agriculture: Senior Seminar-Capstone - AGRO 422 — Principles of Weed Science - AGRO 440 — Plant Breeding - AGRO 450 — Issues in Sustainable Agriculture - AGRO 454 — Experimental Design in Agriculture - AGRO 494 — Independent Study - AGSO 315 — Plant and Soil Nutrition - BIOL 200 — Introduction to Cellular Biology - BIOL 200L — Introduction to Cellular Biology Lab - BIOL 201 — Introduction to Biodiversity & Evolution - BIOL 302 — Botany - BIOL 302L — Botany Lab - BLAW 305 — Business Law I: Legal Environment and Contract Law - CHEM 121 — Basic Chemistry - CHEM 121L — Basic Chemistry Lab - CHEM 320 — Soil Chemistry - ENVS 107 — Introduction to ArcGIS - ENVS 301 — Basic Soil Science - ENVS 301L — Basic Soil Science Lab - ENVS 320 — Soils and Fertility - FIN 230 — Business Statistics I - MATH 110 — College Algebra - MATH 115 — Finite Mathematics - MATH 135 — Precalculus - MATH 150 — Calculus I - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics - PHIL 107 — Environmental Ethics - PSYC 200 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/agronomy/agronomy-bs/ --- # Agronomy, Minor Note: Students interested in the business aspects of agriculture, please refer to the requirements for Agribusiness minor. ## Courses - AGRO 115 — Professional Development in Agriculture: Orientation & Career Planning - AGRO 132 — Principles & Practices of Crop Production - AGRO 212 — Grain & Forage Crop Management - AGSO 315 — Plant and Soil Nutrition - ENVS 301 — Basic Soil Science - ENVS 301L — Basic Soil Science Lab Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/agronomy/agronomy-minor/ --- # Advertising Design Communication, Minor Required course, if the area is not part of the student's major. ## Courses - ART 240 — Concepts of Graphic Communication - ART 242 — Digital Art - ART 348 — Graphic Design Studio - COMM 260 — Media Writing - ENG 331 — Business Communications - ENG 460 — Writing and New Media - MKTG 301 — Principles of Marketing - MKTG 381 — Advertising Management - MKTG 411 — Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/art-design/advertising-design-communication-minor/ --- # Animation, Minor ## Courses - ART 102 — Foundations of Art & Design 2D - ART 220 — Drawing - ART 240 — Concepts of Graphic Communication - ART 242 — Digital Art - ART 245 — 2D Animation - ART 326 — Figure Drawing - ART 343 — Digital Photography - ART 344 — Illustration - COMM 114 — Essentials of Single Camera Field Production - COMM 220 — Storytelling in Modern Communication - COMM 320 — Graphics for Television, Film and New Media - COMM 350 — Narrative Filmmaking - ENG 303 — Screenwriting Workshop - PHYS 301 — 3D Modeling & Animation using Blender - THTR 101 — Acting I - THTR 245 — Scenic Design I - THTR 350 — Directing I Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/art-design/animation-minor/ --- # Art, BA **Degree** The studio course in the major emphasis area is taken concurrently with ART 460 Graduation Exhibition: Senior Review (0 cr.) for the Capstone Experience. ## Courses - ART 102 — Foundations of Art & Design 2D - ART 103 — Foundations of Art and Design 3D - ART 150 — Art History I - ART 151 — Art History II - ART 220 — Drawing - ART 221 — Painting - ART 230 — Sculpture - ART 240 — Concepts of Graphic Communication - ART 242 — Digital Art - ART 260 — Sophomore Review - ART 320 — Drawing - ART 321 — Painting - ART 322 — Printmaking - ART 326 — Figure Drawing - ART 330 — Sculpture - ART 331 — Ceramics - ART 343 — Digital Photography - ART 344 — Illustration - ART 348 — Graphic Design Studio - ART 350 — Contemporary Art History - ART 351 — History of Graphic Design - ART 352 — Women in Art - ART 355 — American Art History - ART 360 — Junior Review - ART 460 — Graduation Exhibition: Senior Review - ART 461 — Graphic Design Graduation Project: Senior Review - ART 499 — Graphic Design Internship - PHIL 201 — Aesthetics Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/art-design/art-ba/ --- # Art Education, BS **Degree** Note: The student must fulfill the K-12 professional education requirements for licensure; see the Education Department regarding these requirements. ## Courses - ART 102 — Foundations of Art & Design 2D - ART 103 — Foundations of Art and Design 3D - ART 150 — Art History I - ART 151 — Art History II - ART 220 — Drawing - ART 221 — Painting - ART 230 — Sculpture - ART 242 — Digital Art - ART 260 — Sophomore Review - ART 270 — Art Education/Elementary - ART 331 — Ceramics - ART 343 — Digital Photography - ART 360 — Junior Review - ART 370 — Art Education/Secondary - ART 460 — Graduation Exhibition: Senior Review Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/art-design/art-education-bs/ --- # Digital Media Design, Minor ## Courses - ART 240 — Concepts of Graphic Communication - ART 241 — Typography Survey - ART 242 — Digital Art - ART 343 — Digital Photography - ART 348 — Graphic Design Studio - COMM 114 — Essentials of Single Camera Field Production - COMM 210 — Introduction to Public Relations - COMM 220 — Storytelling in Modern Communication - COMM 260 — Media Writing - COMM 320 — Graphics for Television, Film and New Media - COMM 460 — Transmedia Storytelling - COMM 480 — Creative Project Workshop in Media Production Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/art-design/digital-media-design-minor/ --- # Graphic Design, Minor ART 348 Graphic Design Studio (4 cr.) requires a minimum of 2 registrations for a total of 8 credits ## Courses - ART 240 — Concepts of Graphic Communication - ART 242 — Digital Art - ART 343 — Digital Photography - ART 348 — Graphic Design Studio - ART 351 — History of Graphic Design Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/art-design/graphic-design-minor/ --- # Studio Arts, Minor Students majoring in Art: Graphic Design or Art Education must take 3 upper-division studio courses for their electives. Additional studio electives are not required for non-art majors. ## Courses - ART 102 — Foundations of Art & Design 2D - ART 103 — Foundations of Art and Design 3D - ART 150 — Art History I - ART 151 — Art History II - ART 220 — Drawing - ART 221 — Painting - ART 230 — Sculpture - ART 320 — Drawing - ART 321 — Painting - ART 322 — Printmaking - ART 330 — Sculpture - ART 331 — Ceramics Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/art-design/studio-arts-minor/ --- # Biology, BA **Degree** Students must earn a grade of C- or better in BIOL 487 Senior Biology Seminar (1 cr.) . ## Courses - BIOL 200 — Introduction to Cellular Biology - BIOL 200L — Introduction to Cellular Biology Lab - BIOL 201 — Introduction to Biodiversity & Evolution - BIOL 287 — Sophomore Biology Seminar - BIOL 302 — Botany - BIOL 302L — Botany Lab - BIOL 303 — Microbiology - BIOL 303L — Microbiology Lab - BIOL 309 — Invertebrate Zoology - BIOL 309L — Invertebrate Zoology Laboratory - BIOL 310 — Vertebrate Zoology - BIOL 310L — Vertebrate Zoology Lab - BIOL 311 — Ecology - BIOL 311L — Ecology Lab - BIOL 321 — Genetics - BIOL 321L — Genetics Lab - BIOL 326 — Animal Behavior - BIOL 326L — Animal Behavior Lab - BIOL 333 — Histology - BIOL 338 — Plant Diversity - BIOL 338L — Plant Diversity Lab - BIOL 377 — Principles of Nutrition - BIOL 403 — Ornithology - BIOL 403L — Ornithology Laboratory - BIOL 405 — Insect Ecology & Diversity - BIOL 405L — Insect Ecology & Diversity Lab - BIOL 425 — Advanced Cell Biology - BIOL 461 — Immunology - BIOL 471 — Virology - BIOL 487 — Senior Biology Seminar - CHEM 231 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 231L — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 232 — General Chemistry II - CHEM 232L — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 373 — Biochemistry - CHEM 373L — Biochemistry Lab - ENVS 401 — Wetland Ecology - ENVS 401L — Wetland Ecology Lab - ENVS 406L — Freshwater Science Lab - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics - MATH 201 — Statistical Software - MATH 202 — Statistical Programming in R - PSYC 200 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences - PSYC 200L — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences Lab Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/biology/biology-ba/ --- # Biology, BS **Degree** If taking CHEM 373 Biochemistry (3 cr.) , 1 credit lab is recommended. ## Courses - BIOL 104 — Medical Terminology - BIOL 200 — Introduction to Cellular Biology - BIOL 200L — Introduction to Cellular Biology Lab - BIOL 201 — Introduction to Biodiversity & Evolution - BIOL 287 — Sophomore Biology Seminar - BIOL 302 — Botany - BIOL 302L — Botany Lab - BIOL 303 — Microbiology - BIOL 303L — Microbiology Lab - BIOL 305 — Human Anatomy & Physiology I - BIOL 305L — Human Anatomy & Physiology I Lab - BIOL 306 — Human Anatomy & Physiology II - BIOL 306L — Human Anatomy & Physiology II Lab - BIOL 309 — Invertebrate Zoology - BIOL 309L — Invertebrate Zoology Laboratory - BIOL 310 — Vertebrate Zoology - BIOL 310L — Vertebrate Zoology Lab - BIOL 311 — Ecology - BIOL 311L — Ecology Lab - BIOL 321 — Genetics - BIOL 321L — Genetics Lab - BIOL 326 — Animal Behavior - BIOL 326L — Animal Behavior Lab - BIOL 333 — Histology - BIOL 337 — Natural Medicines & Clinical Trials - BIOL 338 — Plant Diversity - BIOL 338L — Plant Diversity Lab - BIOL 377 — Principles of Nutrition - BIOL 401 — Evolution - BIOL 401L — Evolution Lab - BIOL 403 — Ornithology - BIOL 403L — Ornithology Laboratory - BIOL 405 — Insect Ecology & Diversity - BIOL 405L — Insect Ecology & Diversity Lab - BIOL 425 — Advanced Cell Biology - BIOL 461 — Immunology - BIOL 471 — Virology - BIOL 487 — Senior Biology Seminar - CHEM 231 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 231L — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 232 — General Chemistry II - CHEM 232L — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 373 — Biochemistry - CHEM 373L — Biochemistry Lab - ENVS 101 — Introduction to Geology - ENVS 101L — Introduction to Geology Lab - ENVS 102 — History of Life - ENVS 102L — History of Life Lab - ENVS 107 — Introduction to ArcGIS - ENVS 301 — Basic Soil Science - ENVS 301L — Basic Soil Science Lab - ENVS 401 — Wetland Ecology - ENVS 401L — Wetland Ecology Lab - ENVS 406 — Freshwater Science - ENVS 406L — Freshwater Science Lab - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics - MATH 201 — Statistical Software - MATH 202 — Statistical Programming in R - PHYS 141 — College Physics I - PHYS 141L — College Physics I Lab - PHYS 142 — College Physics II - PHYS 142L — College Physics II Lab - PSYC 200 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences - PSYC 200L — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences Lab Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/biology/biology-bs/ --- # Biology Education, BS **Degree** Note: Students must fulfill the 9-12 professional education requirements for licensure; see the Advising Guide for complete requirements. ## Courses - BIOL 200 — Introduction to Cellular Biology - BIOL 200L — Introduction to Cellular Biology Lab - BIOL 201 — Introduction to Biodiversity & Evolution - BIOL 287 — Sophomore Biology Seminar - BIOL 302 — Botany - BIOL 302L — Botany Lab - BIOL 303 — Microbiology - BIOL 303L — Microbiology Lab - BIOL 305 — Human Anatomy & Physiology I - BIOL 305L — Human Anatomy & Physiology I Lab - BIOL 311 — Ecology - BIOL 311L — Ecology Lab - BIOL 321 — Genetics - BIOL 321L — Genetics Lab - BIOL 487 — Senior Biology Seminar - CHEM 121 — Basic Chemistry - CHEM 121L — Basic Chemistry Lab - CHEM 122 — Introductory Organic/Biochemistry - CHEM 122L — Introduction to Organic/Biochemistry Lab - CHEM 231 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 231L — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 232 — General Chemistry II - CHEM 232L — General Chemistry II Lab - ENVS 102 — History of Life - ENVS 102L — History of Life Lab - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/biology/biology-education-bs/ --- # Biology, Minor Course List Code Title Credits Biology Core BIOL 200 Introduction to Cellular Biology 3 BIOL 200L Introduction to Cellular Biology Lab 1 BIOL 201 Introduction to Biodiversity & Evolution 4 Elective Courses BIOL 3XX Biology Electives 14 Biology Electives must include four courses, two of which include labs ## Courses - BIOL 200 — Introduction to Cellular Biology - BIOL 200L — Introduction to Cellular Biology Lab - BIOL 201 — Introduction to Biodiversity & Evolution Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/biology/biology-minor/ --- # Medical Laboratory Science, BA **Degree** ## Courses - BIOL 200 — Introduction to Cellular Biology - BIOL 200L — Introduction to Cellular Biology Lab - BIOL 287 — Sophomore Biology Seminar - BIOL 303 — Microbiology - BIOL 303L — Microbiology Lab - BIOL 305 — Human Anatomy & Physiology I - BIOL 305L — Human Anatomy & Physiology I Lab - BIOL 306 — Human Anatomy & Physiology II - BIOL 306L — Human Anatomy & Physiology II Lab - BIOL 321 — Genetics - BIOL 321L — Genetics Lab - BIOL 461 — Immunology - CHEM 231 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 231L — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 232 — General Chemistry II - CHEM 232L — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 351 — Organic Chemistry I - CHEM 351L — Organic Chemistry I Lab - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/biology/medical-laboratory-science-ba/ --- # Biochemistry, BS **Degree** CHEM 243 Analytical Chemistry I (5 cr.) is a 5-credit course that includes a 3-credit lecture component and a 2-credit lab component. ## Courses - BIOL 200 — Introduction to Cellular Biology - BIOL 200L — Introduction to Cellular Biology Lab - BIOL 201 — Introduction to Biodiversity & Evolution - BIOL 303 — Microbiology - BIOL 303L — Microbiology Lab - BIOL 321 — Genetics - BIOL 321L — Genetics Lab - BIOL 425 — Advanced Cell Biology - BIOL 461 — Immunology - BIOL 471 — Virology - CHEM 231 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 231L — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 232 — General Chemistry II - CHEM 232L — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 243 — Analytical Chemistry I - CHEM 351 — Organic Chemistry I - CHEM 351L — Organic Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 352 — Organic Chemistry II - CHEM 352L — Organic Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 353L — Organic Spectroscopic Analysis - CHEM 373 — Biochemistry - CHEM 373L — Biochemistry Lab - CHEM 420 — Chemistry Seminar - CHEM 470 — Advanced Laboratory - MATH 150 — Calculus I - MATH 151 — Calculus II - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics - PHYS 141 — College Physics I - PHYS 141L — College Physics I Lab - PHYS 142 — College Physics II - PHYS 142L — College Physics II Lab - PHYS 181 — University Physics I - PHYS 181L — University Physics I Lab - PHYS 182 — University Physics II - PHYS 182L — University Physics II Lab Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/chemistry/biochemistry-bs/ --- # Chemistry, BA **Degree** CHEM 243 Analytical Chemistry I (5 cr.) is a 5-credit course that includes a 3-credit lecture component and a 2-credit lab component. ## Courses - CHEM 231 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 231L — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 232 — General Chemistry II - CHEM 232L — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 243 — Analytical Chemistry I - CHEM 333 — Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry - CHEM 351 — Organic Chemistry I - CHEM 351L — Organic Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 352 — Organic Chemistry II - CHEM 352L — Organic Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 420 — Chemistry Seminar - MATH 150 — Calculus I - PHYS 141 — College Physics I - PHYS 141L — College Physics I Lab - PHYS 142 — College Physics II - PHYS 142L — College Physics II Lab - PHYS 181 — University Physics I - PHYS 181L — University Physics I Lab - PHYS 182 — University Physics II - PHYS 182L — University Physics II Lab Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/chemistry/chemistry-ba/ --- # Chemistry, BS **Degree** CHEM 243 Analytical Chemistry I is a 5-credit course that includes a 3-credit lecture component and a 2-credit lab component. ## Courses - CHEM 231 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 231L — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 232 — General Chemistry II - CHEM 232L — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 243 — Analytical Chemistry I - CHEM 333 — Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry - CHEM 351 — Organic Chemistry I - CHEM 351L — Organic Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 352 — Organic Chemistry II - CHEM 352L — Organic Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 353L — Organic Spectroscopic Analysis - CHEM 363 — Basic Physical Chemistry - CHEM 373 — Biochemistry - CHEM 373L — Biochemistry Lab - CHEM 420 — Chemistry Seminar - CHEM 470 — Advanced Laboratory - MATH 150 — Calculus I - MATH 151 — Calculus II - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics - PHYS 141 — College Physics I - PHYS 141L — College Physics I Lab - PHYS 142 — College Physics II - PHYS 142L — College Physics II Lab - PHYS 181 — University Physics I - PHYS 181L — University Physics I Lab - PHYS 182 — University Physics II - PHYS 182L — University Physics II Lab Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/chemistry/chemistry-bs/ --- # Chemistry Education, BS **Degree** The student must fulfill the 9-12 professional education requirements for licensure; see the Education Department regarding these requirements. ## Courses - CHEM 231 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 231L — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 232 — General Chemistry II - CHEM 232L — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 243 — Analytical Chemistry I - CHEM 351 — Organic Chemistry I - CHEM 351L — Organic Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 352 — Organic Chemistry II - CHEM 352L — Organic Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 363 — Basic Physical Chemistry - CHEM 420 — Chemistry Seminar - MATH 150 — Calculus I - PHYS 141 — College Physics I - PHYS 141L — College Physics I Lab - PHYS 142 — College Physics II - PHYS 142L — College Physics II Lab - PHYS 181 — University Physics I - PHYS 181L — University Physics I Lab - PHYS 182 — University Physics II - PHYS 182L — University Physics II Lab Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/chemistry/chemistry-education-bs/ --- # Chemistry, Minor Three additional Chemistry courses greater than CHEM 232 General Chemistry II (3 cr.) / CHEM 232L General Chemistry II Lab (2 cr.) . Students much include at least two courses with labs from two different subdisciplines of Chemistry listed below. Consult with advisor. ## Courses - CHEM 231 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 231L — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 232 — General Chemistry II - CHEM 232L — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 243 — Analytical Chemistry I - CHEM 320 — Soil Chemistry - CHEM 333 — Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry - CHEM 344 — Instrumental Analysis - CHEM 351 — Organic Chemistry I - CHEM 351L — Organic Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 352 — Organic Chemistry II - CHEM 352L — Organic Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 353L — Organic Spectroscopic Analysis - CHEM 363 — Basic Physical Chemistry - CHEM 364 — Chemical Thermodynamics and Kinetics - CHEM 364L — Chemical Thermodynamics and Kinetics Laboratory - CHEM 365 — Quantum Chemistry and Spectroscopy - CHEM 365L — Quantum Chemistry and Spectroscopy Laboratory - CHEM 373 — Biochemistry - CHEM 373L — Biochemistry Lab - CHEM 437 — Adv Inorganic Chemistry - CHEM 447 — Advanced Analytical Chemistry - CHEM 457 — Advanced Organic Chemistry - CHEM 467 — Computational Chemistry Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/chemistry/chemistry-minor/ --- # Communication Arts and Literature Education, Communication Studies, BS **Degree** Note: This degree when coupled with professional education requirements can be used to obtain 5-12 education licensure in Communication Arts and Literature from the Minnesota State Board of Teaching. Please see the Education Department for current licensure requirements. This degree has an emphasis in Communication Studies. Licensure may also be obtained with an emphasis in English; see the English section . ## Courses - COMM 161 — Speech Activities: Public Address - COMM 200 — Small Group Communication - COMM 220 — Storytelling in Modern Communication - COMM 230 — Interpersonal and Cross-Cultural Communication - COMM 261 — Speech Activities: Oral Interpretation - COMM 330 — Mass Media and Society - COMM 356 — Argumentation and Advocacy - COMM 403 — Professional Presentations - COMM 410 — Communication Analysis - COMM 435 — Media Production for Training and Learning - COMM 450 — Secondary Teaching Methods: Speech Communication - ENG 361 — Advanced Composition - ENG 365 — Modern Grammar - LIT 320 — British Literature Survey: Beginnings to Present - LIT 330 — American Literature Survey: Beginning to Contemporary - LIT 410 — Literacy & Literature for Adolescents Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/communication-studies/communication-arts-literature-education-studies-bs/ --- # Communication Studies, BA **Degree** ## Courses - COMM 114 — Essentials of Single Camera Field Production - COMM 161 — Speech Activities: Public Address - COMM 162 — Broadcasting & Digital Media Activities - COMM 200 — Small Group Communication - COMM 210 — Introduction to Public Relations - COMM 220 — Storytelling in Modern Communication - COMM 230 — Interpersonal and Cross-Cultural Communication - COMM 260 — Media Writing - COMM 261 — Speech Activities: Oral Interpretation - COMM 286 — Special Topics in Communications - COMM 288 — Communication Studies Seminar - COMM 305 — Principles of Health Communication - COMM 310 — Persuasion - COMM 330 — Mass Media and Society - COMM 340 — Documentary Production - COMM 350 — Narrative Filmmaking - COMM 356 — Argumentation and Advocacy - COMM 360 — Organizational Communication - COMM 403 — Professional Presentations - COMM 410 — Communication Analysis Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/communication-studies/communication-studies-ba/ --- # Communication Studies: Broadcasting and Digital Media, BS **Degree** ## Courses - ART 343 — Digital Photography - COMM 112 — Multicamera Television Production - COMM 114 — Essentials of Single Camera Field Production - COMM 162 — Broadcasting & Digital Media Activities - COMM 200 — Small Group Communication - COMM 205 — Podcasting and Audio Production - COMM 220 — Storytelling in Modern Communication - COMM 232 — The Art of Making Films - COMM 260 — Media Writing - COMM 288 — Communication Studies Seminar - COMM 308 — Short Form Film Writing & Production - COMM 310 — Persuasion - COMM 320 — Graphics for Television, Film and New Media - COMM 330 — Mass Media and Society - COMM 340 — Documentary Production - COMM 345 — Sports Broadcasting & Media Production - COMM 350 — Narrative Filmmaking - COMM 362 — Broadcasting & Digital Media Activities 2 - COMM 403 — Professional Presentations - COMM 435 — Media Production for Training and Learning - COMM 480 — Creative Project Workshop in Media Production - COMM 499 — Internship in Communication Studies - THTR 341 — Acting for the Camera I Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/communication-studies/communication-studies-broadcasting-digital-media-bs/ --- # Communication Studies, Minor ## Courses - COMM 112 — Multicamera Television Production - COMM 114 — Essentials of Single Camera Field Production - COMM 161 — Speech Activities: Public Address - COMM 200 — Small Group Communication - COMM 220 — Storytelling in Modern Communication - COMM 230 — Interpersonal and Cross-Cultural Communication - COMM 310 — Persuasion - COMM 330 — Mass Media and Society - COMM 403 — Professional Presentations Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/communication-studies/communication-studies-minor/ --- # Communication Studies: Public Relations, BA **Degree** ## Courses - ART 240 — Concepts of Graphic Communication - COMM 114 — Essentials of Single Camera Field Production - COMM 200 — Small Group Communication - COMM 210 — Introduction to Public Relations - COMM 220 — Storytelling in Modern Communication - COMM 230 — Interpersonal and Cross-Cultural Communication - COMM 260 — Media Writing - COMM 288 — Communication Studies Seminar - COMM 301 — Risk and Crisis Communication - COMM 305 — Principles of Health Communication - COMM 310 — Persuasion - COMM 330 — Mass Media and Society - COMM 340 — Documentary Production - COMM 360 — Organizational Communication - COMM 403 — Professional Presentations - COMM 455 — PR Cases & Campaigns - COMM 460 — Transmedia Storytelling - COMM 499 — Internship in Communication Studies - ENG 204 — Introduction to Journalism - ENG 331 — Business Communications - ENG 360 — Scientific & Technical Writing - ENG 460 — Writing and New Media - JUAD 398 — Pro-Seminar - MKTG 301 — Principles of Marketing - MKTG 351 — Introduction to Digital Marketing - MKTG 411 — Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) - SOCI 315 — Applied Social Research Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/communication-studies/communication-studies-public-relations-ba/ --- # Filmmaking, Minor ## Courses - ART 343 — Digital Photography - COMM 112 — Multicamera Television Production - COMM 114 — Essentials of Single Camera Field Production - COMM 232 — The Art of Making Films - COMM 350 — Narrative Filmmaking - COMM 480 — Creative Project Workshop in Media Production - ENG 303 — Screenwriting Workshop - LIT 265 — Literature and Film - THTR 220 — Film & Television Appreciation - THTR 242 — Stage Make-Up I - THTR 250 — Lighting and Sound Design I - THTR 341 — Acting for the Camera I - THTR 350 — Directing I - THTR 351 — Acting for the Camera II Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/communication-studies/filmmaking-minor/ --- # Health Communication, Certificate **Certificate** Note: Minimum of six (6) credits must be unique to the certificate coursework. ## Courses - COMM 210 — Introduction to Public Relations - COMM 230 — Interpersonal and Cross-Cultural Communication - COMM 305 — Principles of Health Communication - COMM 455 — PR Cases & Campaigns - PSYC 240 — Health Psychology - PSYC 440 — Advanced Health Psychology - SOCI 331 — Racial & Ethnic Relations Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/communication-studies/health-communication-certificate/ --- # Health Communication, Minor ## Courses - BIOL 104 — Medical Terminology - COMM 210 — Introduction to Public Relations - COMM 305 — Principles of Health Communication - COMM 455 — PR Cases & Campaigns - COMM 460 — Transmedia Storytelling - ENG 351 — Writing in Medical & Health Professions - ENG 360 — Scientific & Technical Writing - EXSC 110 — Introduction to Health Professions - EXSC 380 — Community and Corporate Wellness and Health Promotion - JUAD 398 — Pro-Seminar - MKTG 301 — Principles of Marketing - PHIL 303 — Ethical Issues in Professional Life - PSYC 360 — Cross-Cultural Psychology - PSYC 440 — Advanced Health Psychology - SOCI 315 — Applied Social Research - SOCI 331 — Racial & Ethnic Relations Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/communication-studies/health-communication-minor/ --- # Public Relations, Minor ## Courses - ART 240 — Concepts of Graphic Communication - COMM 210 — Introduction to Public Relations - COMM 230 — Interpersonal and Cross-Cultural Communication - COMM 260 — Media Writing - COMM 301 — Risk and Crisis Communication - COMM 305 — Principles of Health Communication - COMM 310 — Persuasion - COMM 340 — Documentary Production - COMM 455 — PR Cases & Campaigns - COMM 460 — Transmedia Storytelling - ENG 204 — Introduction to Journalism - ENG 331 — Business Communications - ENG 360 — Scientific & Technical Writing - ENG 460 — Writing and New Media - MKTG 301 — Principles of Marketing - MKTG 351 — Introduction to Digital Marketing - MKTG 411 — Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/communication-studies/public-relations-minor/ --- # Computer Science, BS **Degree** ## Courses - COMP 164 — Essentials of Computer Science - COMP 164L — Essentials of Computer Science Lab - COMP 165 — Fundamentals of Programming - COMP 165L — Fundamentals of Programming Lab - COMP 166 — Data Structures - COMP 166L — Data Structures Lab - COMP 233 — Computer Organization and Architecture - COMP 306 — Object-Oriented Design & Programming - COMP 324 — Design and Analysis of Algorithms - COMP 368 — Database Management Systems - COMP 376 — Advanced UNIX Programming - COMP 377 — Operating Systems - COMP 425 — Software Engineering - COMP 492 — Capstone Project - COMP 493 — Capstone Project - ENG 360 — Scientific & Technical Writing - MATH 150 — Calculus I - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics - MATH 320 — Foundations of Mathematics - MATH 325 — Combinatorics & Graph Theory - MATH 345 — Numerical Analysis Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/computer-science/computer-science-bs/ --- # Computer Science, Minor ## Courses - COMP 164 — Essentials of Computer Science - COMP 164L — Essentials of Computer Science Lab - COMP 165 — Fundamentals of Programming - COMP 165L — Fundamentals of Programming Lab - COMP 166 — Data Structures - COMP 166L — Data Structures Lab Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/computer-science/computer-science-minor/ --- # Cybersecurity, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - CYBR 500 — Introduction to Information Security - CYBR 510 — Cybersecurity Law and Policies - CYBR 530 — Internet Security - CYBR 600 — Risk Management Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/computer-science/cybersecurity-graduate-certificate/ --- # Cybersecurity, MS CYBR 505 is required for students entering the program without a significant background in programming. It cannot be taken for elective credit. ## Courses - CYBR 500 — Introduction to Information Security - CYBR 505 — Computer Science Foundations for Cybersecurity - CYBR 510 — Cybersecurity Law and Policies - CYBR 515 — Artificial Intelligence in Cybersecurity - CYBR 520 — Computer System Security - CYBR 530 — Internet Security - CYBR 600 — Risk Management - CYBR 610 — Penetration Testing - CYBR 620 — System Forensics and Incident Response - CYBR 625 — Malware Analysis - CYBR 630 — Secure Software Development - CYBR 650 — Cybersecurity Capstone Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/computer-science/cybersecurity-ms/ --- # Culinology, BS **Degree** ## Courses - ACCT 211 — Principles of Accounting I - BIOL 377 — Principles of Nutrition - CHEM 122 — Introductory Organic/Biochemistry - CHEM 122L — Introduction to Organic/Biochemistry Lab - CULG 100 — Introduction to Culinology - CULG 200 — Culinary Arts Fundamentals - CULG 210 — Advanced Culinary Arts - CULG 250 — Introduction to Baking & Pastry - CULG 300 — International Cuisine - CULG 310 — Introduction to Food Science - CULG 325 — Food Microbiology - CULG 360 — Food Sensory Analysis - CULG 390 — Food Products Development I - CULG 410 — Food Chemistry and Analysis - CULG 430 — Unit Operations in Food Processing - CULG 440 — Food Legislation and Regulation - CULG 450 — Technical & Functional Ingredients in Food - CULG 480 — Food Quality and Safety - CULG 490 — Food Product Development II - CULG 498 — Internship - CULG 499 — Internship - HOSP 120 — Food Sanitation and Safety - HOSP 205 — Hospitality Purchasing - HOSP 301 — Restaurant Food Operations - HOSP 301L — Restaurant Food Operations Lab - HOSP 410 — Beverage Management - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/culinology/culinology-bs/ --- # Economics Economics is the study of how societies use scarce resources to produce, allocate, and distribute valued goods and services. SMSU’s Economics courses provides students with the opportunity to understand how important factors such as scarcity, growth, and technology affect the performance of individual markets, national economies, and global economic conditions. A minor in Agricultural Economics is available and open to all students regardless of major or discipline. See the catalog section entitled "Agriculture" for information on this minor. ## Courses - ECON 201 — Principles of Microeconomics - ECON 202 — Principles of Macroeconomics - FIN 230 — Business Statistics I - MATH 060 — Intermediate Algebra - MATH 115 — Finite Mathematics - MATH 135 — Precalculus - MATH 150 — Calculus I - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics - PSYC 200 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/economics/ --- # Education Specialist, K-12 Principal ## Courses - ED 665 — Research Seminar & Field Experience I: Principal - ED 667 — Research Seminar & Field Experience II: Principal - ED 668 — Research Seminar & Field Experience III: Principal - ED 670 — Introduction to Leadership and Educational Issues - ED 671 — Portfolio Development - ED 672 — Portfolio Implementation - ED 673 — Portfolio Capstone - ED 674 — Education Systems and Organizations - ED 675 — Legal Issues and Special Education Law - ED 676 — Data Driven Decision Making - ED 678 — Leadership for Cultural Responsiveness - ED 679 — Financial and Resource Management - ED 681 — Transforming Principals & Perspectives - ED 691 — Change Agents in the 21st Century - ED 695 — Supervision and School Relationships Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/edal/k12/ --- # Special Education Director, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ED 670 — Introduction to Leadership and Educational Issues - ED 671 — Portfolio Development - ED 672 — Portfolio Implementation - ED 673 — Portfolio Capstone - ED 674 — Education Systems and Organizations - ED 675 — Legal Issues and Special Education Law - ED 676 — Data Driven Decision Making - ED 678 — Leadership for Cultural Responsiveness - ED 679 — Financial and Resource Management - ED 683 — Transforming Special Education Director Perspectives and SPED Law - ED 684 — Research Seminar & Field Experience I: Director of Special Education - ED 685 — Research Seminar & Field Experience II: Director of Special Education - ED 686 — Research Seminar & Field Experience III: Director of Special Education - ED 691 — Change Agents in the 21st Century - ED 695 — Supervision and School Relationships Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/edal/sped/ --- # Superintendent, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ED 670 — Introduction to Leadership and Educational Issues - ED 671 — Portfolio Development - ED 672 — Portfolio Implementation - ED 673 — Portfolio Capstone - ED 674 — Education Systems and Organizations - ED 675 — Legal Issues and Special Education Law - ED 676 — Data Driven Decision Making - ED 678 — Leadership for Cultural Responsiveness - ED 679 — Financial and Resource Management - ED 682 — Transforming Superintendents & Perspectives - ED 691 — Change Agents in the 21st Century - ED 694 — Research Seminar & Field Experience I: Superintendent - ED 695 — Supervision and School Relationships - ED 696 — Research Seminar & Field Experience II: Superintendent - ED 697 — Research Seminar & Field Experience III: Superintendent Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/edal/super/ --- # Charter School Leadership, Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ED 650 — Technology Integration as Instructional Leader - ED 652 — Charter Law, Governance, and Policy - ED 653 — Human Resources and Charter Finance - ED 655 — Mentor Internship I - ED 656 — Mentor Internship II - ED 657 — Mentor Internship III & Capstone - ED 659 — Charter School Community, Climate, and Culture - ED 663 — Instructional Leadership I: Mentoring, Observations, & Assessment - ED 664 — Instructional Leadership II: Data Driven Decision Making Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/education-graduate/charter-school-leadership-certificate/ --- # Education, MS Students enrolled in the Masters of Science in Education program choose between Plan A and Plan B options. ## Courses - COMM 503 — Professional Presentations - COMM 535 — Media Production for Training and Learning - COMM 580 — Creative Project Workshop in Media Production - COMM 584 — Collaborative Technology in the Learning & Industry Environments - CRED 510 — Instructional Strategies for College & Technical Colleges - CRED 520 — Assessment & Evaluation of Student Learning for Community & Tech Colleges - CRED 530 — Curriculum Planning & Design for Community & Technical Colleges - ED 502 — Early Literacy and Linguistics & LAB - ED 535 — Media Production for Training and Learning - ED 538 — Environmental Education Strategies - ED 546 — Inclusive Literacy Practices, Issues, & Research - ED 547 — Teaching of Literacy - ED 550 — Reading Assessment & Evaluation - ED 551 — K-12 Literacy Practicum - ED 572 — Integrated STEA2M I - ED 574 — Integrated STEA2M II - ED 575 — Integrated STEA2M III - ED 576 — Integrated STEA2M IV - ED 580 — Experiential STEA2M Learning - ED 581 — Best Practices in Hybrid Teaching - ED 582 — Best Practices in Online Teaching - ED 583 — Teaching with Technology - ED 584 — Collaborative Technology in the Learning & Industry Environments - ED 621 — Critical Theory of Educational Systems - ED 622 — Research in Education - ED 623 — Professional Planning & Assessment - ED 624 — Research Project Design - ED 625 — 21st Century Based Teaching and Learning - ED 626 — Democracy, Diversity, and Leadership - ED 627 — Action Research: Project Implementation - ED 631 — Professional Learning Communities - ED 632 — Linking Teaching, Content, & Learning - ED 633 — Trends and Issues in Education - ED 634 — Educators as Change Agents - ED 635 — Content and Curriculum Development - ED 637 — Professional Presenters - ED 650 — Technology Integration as Instructional Leader - ED 652 — Charter Law, Governance, and Policy - ED 653 — Human Resources and Charter Finance - ED 655 — Mentor Internship I - ED 656 — Mentor Internship II - ED 657 — Mentor Internship III & Capstone - ED 659 — Charter School Community, Climate, and Culture - ED 663 — Instructional Leadership I: Mentoring, Observations, & Assessment - ED 664 — Instructional Leadership II: Data Driven Decision Making - ENG 670 — Digital Writing Seminar - ENG 675 — Rhetoric, Literacy, and the Teaching of Writing - ENG 680 — Autoethnography and the Teaching of Writing - LIT 622 — 19th & 20th Century British Literature Survey - LIT 632 — A Survey of American Literature in All Its Diversity - MATH 510 — Advanced Number Theory - MATH 530 — Statistics - MATH 545 — Advanced Geometry - MATH 550 — Real Analysis - MBA 607 — Strategic Marketing Management - MBA 652 — Organization Development & Change Management - MBA 660 — Legal and Ethical Environment of Management - PE 550 — Practicum in Teaching - PE 578 — Recreation and Sport Management - PE 584 — Planning Facilities for Physical Activities - PE 588 — Legal Aspects in Recreation & Sport - PE 589 — Sports Marketing, Promotion, and Consumer Behavior - PE 601 — Philosophy & Ethics in Coaching - PE 604 — Educational Principles in Coaching - PE 605 — Physical Preparation and Conditioning - PE 606 — Sport Safety and Injury Prevention - PE 608 — Organization, Administration and Marketing of Sport - PE 609 — Psychology of Athletic Performance - PE 610 — Legal Aspects of Sport for Coaches - TESL 531 — Foundations of Teaching Multilingual Learners and Lab - TESL 532 — Understanding Second Language Acquisition - TESL 533 — Assessment in TESL - TESL 534 — Second Language Literacy & Linguistics - TESL 535 — TESL Methods & Lab - TESL 536 — TESL Partnerships - TESL 537 — TESL Practicum (Teaching ESL Practicum) Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/education-graduate/education-ms/ --- # Education Specialist, Post-Graduate - Educational Administration & Leadership ## Courses - ED 665 — Research Seminar & Field Experience I: Principal - ED 667 — Research Seminar & Field Experience II: Principal - ED 668 — Research Seminar & Field Experience III: Principal - ED 670 — Introduction to Leadership and Educational Issues - ED 671 — Portfolio Development - ED 672 — Portfolio Implementation - ED 673 — Portfolio Capstone - ED 674 — Education Systems and Organizations - ED 675 — Legal Issues and Special Education Law - ED 676 — Data Driven Decision Making - ED 678 — Leadership for Cultural Responsiveness - ED 679 — Financial and Resource Management - ED 681 — Transforming Principals & Perspectives - ED 682 — Transforming Superintendents & Perspectives - ED 683 — Transforming Special Education Director Perspectives and SPED Law - ED 684 — Research Seminar & Field Experience I: Director of Special Education - ED 685 — Research Seminar & Field Experience II: Director of Special Education - ED 686 — Research Seminar & Field Experience III: Director of Special Education - ED 687 — Ed Specialist Research - ED 691 — Change Agents in the 21st Century - ED 694 — Research Seminar & Field Experience I: Superintendent - ED 695 — Supervision and School Relationships - ED 696 — Research Seminar & Field Experience II: Superintendent - ED 697 — Research Seminar & Field Experience III: Superintendent Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/education-graduate/education-specialist-post-graduate-educational-administration-leadership/ --- # Graduate Licensures For information on these licensures, visit the School of Graduate Studies web page: https://www.smsu.edu/graduatestudies/programs.html Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/education-graduate/graduate-licensures/ --- # Teaching K-12 Multilingual Learners, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - TESL 531 — Foundations of Teaching Multilingual Learners and Lab - TESL 532 — Understanding Second Language Acquisition - TESL 534 — Second Language Literacy & Linguistics - TESL 535 — TESL Methods & Lab - TESL 536 — TESL Partnerships Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/education-graduate/mll-graduate-certificate/ --- # Reading, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ED 502 — Early Literacy and Linguistics & LAB - ED 546 — Inclusive Literacy Practices, Issues, & Research - ED 547 — Teaching of Literacy - ED 550 — Reading Assessment & Evaluation - ED 551 — K-12 Literacy Practicum Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/education-graduate/reading-graduate-certificate/ --- # Technology for Training and Learning, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - COMM 503 — Professional Presentations - COMM 580 — Creative Project Workshop in Media Production - ED 535 — Media Production for Training and Learning - ED 581 — Best Practices in Hybrid Teaching - ED 582 — Best Practices in Online Teaching - ED 583 — Teaching with Technology - ED 584 — Collaborative Technology in the Learning & Industry Environments Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/education-graduate/technology-training-learning-graduate-certificate/ --- # Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL), Graduate Certificate **Degree** ## Courses - TESL 531 — Foundations of Teaching Multilingual Learners and Lab - TESL 532 — Understanding Second Language Acquisition - TESL 533 — Assessment in TESL - TESL 534 — Second Language Literacy & Linguistics - TESL 535 — TESL Methods & Lab - TESL 536 — TESL Partnerships Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/education-graduate/tesl-graduate-certificate/ --- # Middle School Communication Arts, Minor - Gr. 5-8 ## Courses - COMM 200 — Small Group Communication - COMM 220 — Storytelling in Modern Communication - COMM 330 — Mass Media and Society - ED 411 — Middle Level Methods: Communication Arts/Literature & LAB - ED 430 — Reading in the Content Areas - ENG 107 — Introduction to Creative Writing - ENG 361 — Advanced Composition - ENG 365 — Modern Grammar - LIT 261 — Novel - LIT 262 — Short Story - LIT 263 — Poetry - LIT 264 — World Drama - LIT 266 — Fiction - LIT 410 — Literacy & Literature for Adolescents Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/education/communication-arts-literature-minor-gr-5-8/ --- # Early Childhood Education, BS **Degree** ## Courses - ED 101 — Introduction to Education and LAB - ED 102 — Educational Technology - ED 251 — Child and Adolescent Growth and Development - ED 275 — Foundations: Parent-Child Relationships - ED 312 — Human Relations and Diversity in Education - ED 315 — Play & Creative Activities & Lab - ED 330 — Curriculum, Methods, & Assessments in Early Childhood & Lab - ED 331 — Infants and Toddlers - ED 400 — Foundations of Literacy & Literature - ED 402 — Early Literacy and Linguistics & LAB - ED 404 — Literacy Methods & LAB - ED 418 — Kindergarten Methods & LAB - ED 423 — Effective Learning Environments for Classroom Management - ED 424 — Elementary Mathematics Methods & Lab - ED 425 — Elementary Science Methods & LAB - ED 426 — Elementary Social Studies Methods - ED 455 — Leadership and Advocacy in Early Childhood - ED 456 — Early Childhood Education Program Leadership Experience - ED 458 — Pre-Student Teaching Experience - ED 462 — Student Teaching: Early Childhood Education - ED 473 — Teacher Licensure - HLTH 290 — Wellness, Safety, & Nutrition from Birth to Grade 3 - SPED 290 — Introduction to Special Needs and Lab - SPED 470 — Collaboration in Educational Settings - TESL 431 — Foundations of Teaching Multilingual Learners & LAB Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/education/early-childhood-education-bs/ --- # Educational Studies, BS (Non-Licensure) **Degree** Note: Educational Studies (non-licensure) major cannot be awarded if you are also completing a major that leads to licensure. ## Courses - ART 270 — Art Education/Elementary - ED 101 — Introduction to Education and LAB - ED 102 — Educational Technology - ED 251 — Child and Adolescent Growth and Development - ED 275 — Foundations: Parent-Child Relationships - ED 312 — Human Relations and Diversity in Education - ED 315 — Play & Creative Activities & Lab - ED 330 — Curriculum, Methods, & Assessments in Early Childhood & Lab - ED 331 — Infants and Toddlers - ED 400 — Foundations of Literacy & Literature - ED 423 — Effective Learning Environments for Classroom Management - ED 461 — Educational Studies Practicum - HLTH 110 — First Aid and Safety/CPR - HLTH 225 — Alcohol, Narcotics, & Tobacco - HLTH 290 — Wellness, Safety, & Nutrition from Birth to Grade 3 - HLTH 491 — Elementary School Health Education - HOSP 120 — Food Sanitation and Safety - JUAD 238 — Restorative Justice Circle Process - JUAD 304 — Victimology - JUAD 338 — Youth & Crime - JUAD 460 — Rehabilitation & Prevention - MUS 391 — Teaching Music in Elementary Schools - PE 101 — Introduction to Health and Physical Education - PE 122 — Lifetime Activities I - PE 123 — Lifetime Activities II - PE 200 — Recreational Sports & Games - PE 360 — Introduction to Recreation, Parks, and Community Education - PE 381 — Elementary School Physical Education - PE 400 — Recreation Program Planning - PSYC 287 — Mental Health Topics - PSYC 339 — Positive Psychology - PSYC 487 — Mental Health Topics Applied - SOCI 211 — Marriage and the Family - SOCI 220 — Social Problems - SOCI 270 — Gender Issues - SOCI 420 — Family & Intimate Partner Violence - SPED 290 — Introduction to Special Needs and Lab - SPED 430 — Foundations in Mild to Moderate Disabilities - SPED 460 — Positive Behavior Support in Special Education - SPED 485 — Autism Spectrum Disorders:Issues & Needs - TESL 431 — Foundations of Teaching Multilingual Learners & LAB Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/education/educational-studies-bs/ --- # Elementary Education, BS **Degree** Note: Teacher licensure requirements given in this catalog are subject to change without notice to accommodate the requirements of licensure and accrediting agencies. These changes may be applied to students currently enrolled in the program. Students seeking a teaching license must complete a program approved by the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board; the University will then recommend that an appropriate license be issued. Students interested in Teacher Preparation should ask for the most up-to-date information on teaching licensure requirements in the School of Education T… ## Courses - ART 270 — Art Education/Elementary - ED 101 — Introduction to Education and LAB - ED 102 — Educational Technology - ED 251 — Child and Adolescent Growth and Development - ED 275 — Foundations: Parent-Child Relationships - ED 312 — Human Relations and Diversity in Education - ED 315 — Play & Creative Activities & Lab - ED 330 — Curriculum, Methods, & Assessments in Early Childhood & Lab - ED 400 — Foundations of Literacy & Literature - ED 402 — Early Literacy and Linguistics & LAB - ED 404 — Literacy Methods & LAB - ED 415 — K-8 Methods: World Languages and Cultures-Spanish - ED 418 — Kindergarten Methods & LAB - ED 423 — Effective Learning Environments for Classroom Management - ED 424 — Elementary Mathematics Methods & Lab - ED 425 — Elementary Science Methods & LAB - ED 426 — Elementary Social Studies Methods - ED 427 — Mathematics for Educators II - ED 430 — Reading in the Content Areas - ED 453 — Assessment in Education - ED 455 — Leadership and Advocacy in Early Childhood - ED 458 — Pre-Student Teaching Experience - ED 460 — Student Teaching in a Residency Program I - ED 463 — Student Teaching: Elementary Education - ED 467 — Advanced Student Teaching - ED 470 — Student Teaching in a Residency Program II - ED 473 — Teacher Licensure - HLTH 290 — Wellness, Safety, & Nutrition from Birth to Grade 3 - HLTH 491 — Elementary School Health Education - MATH 129 — Mathematics for Elementary Education - MUS 391 — Teaching Music in Elementary Schools - PE 381 — Elementary School Physical Education - SPAN 201 — Intermediate Spanish I - SPAN 202 — Intermediate Spanish II - SPAN 205 — Intensive Intermediate Spanish I & II - SPAN 311 — Spanish Conversation and Reading - SPAN 312 — Spanish Composition and Advanced Grammar - SPAN 313 — Introduction to Spanish Translation - SPAN 341 — Spanish Culture & Civilization - SPED 290 — Introduction to Special Needs and Lab - SPED 470 — Collaboration in Educational Settings - TESL 431 — Foundations of Teaching Multilingual Learners & LAB Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/education/elementary-education-bs/ --- # K-12 or 5-12 Licensure Student Teaching is generally a full semester in length. Double majors with a combination of 5-12, 9-12, and K-12 levels are usually able to complete student teaching in one semester. ## Courses - AGED 401 — Agricultural Education: 5-12 Methods - ART 270 — Art Education/Elementary - ART 370 — Art Education/Secondary - ED 101 — Introduction to Education and LAB - ED 102 — Educational Technology - ED 301 — The Teaching & Learning Process & Lab - ED 304 — Pre-Student Teaching Experience for Secondary Educators - ED 304L — Pre-Student Teaching Experience Practicum - ED 312 — Human Relations and Diversity in Education - ED 405 — Secondary Methods: Language Arts - ED 406 — Secondary Methods: Mathematics - ED 407 — Secondary Methods: Science - ED 408 — Secondary Methods: Social Science - ED 430 — Reading in the Content Areas - ED 466 — Student Teaching: Secondary or K-12 Education - ED 469 — Student Teaching:Grade 5 - 12 - HLTH 492 — Organization and Application of Health Education: 5-12 - MUS 392 — Elementary School Music Methods and Materials - MUS 393 — Secondary Ensemble & Classroom Methods - PE 401 — K-12 Physical Education Methods & Lab - PSYC 341 — Child & Adolescent Psychology - SOCI 331 — Racial & Ethnic Relations - SPED 290 — Introduction to Special Needs and Lab Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/education/k-12-5-12-licensure/ --- # Mathematics, Minor - Gr. 5-8 ## Courses - ED 412 — Middle Level Methods: Mathematics & LAB - ED 430 — Reading in the Content Areas - MATH 150 — Calculus I - MATH 151 — Calculus II - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics - MATH 300 — Modern Geometry - MATH 320 — Foundations of Mathematics - MATH 325 — Combinatorics & Graph Theory Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/education/mathematics-minor-gr-5-8/ --- # Middle School Science, Minor - Gr. 5-8 ## Courses - BIOL 200 — Introduction to Cellular Biology - BIOL 200L — Introduction to Cellular Biology Lab - BIOL 201 — Introduction to Biodiversity & Evolution - CHEM 121 — Basic Chemistry - CHEM 121L — Basic Chemistry Lab - ED 413 — Middle Level Methods: Science & LAB - ED 430 — Reading in the Content Areas - ENVS 101 — Introduction to Geology - ENVS 101L — Introduction to Geology Lab - ENVS 102 — History of Life - ENVS 102L — History of Life Lab - ENVS 180 — Environmental Science: Introduction - ENVS 180L — Environmental Science: Introduction Lab - PHYS 100 — Our Physical Universe - PHYS 100L — Our Physical Universe Lab - PHYS 121 — Introduction to Astronomy - PHYS 121L — Introduction to Astronomy Lab - PHYS 141 — College Physics I - PHYS 141L — College Physics I Lab Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/education/middle-school-science-minor-gr-5-8/ --- # Reading, Minor This program, added to a current teaching license, will prepare students to meet the state requirements for reading instruction. ## Courses - ED 402 — Early Literacy and Linguistics & LAB - ED 446 — Inclusive Literacy Practices, Issues, & Research - ED 447 — Teaching of Literacy - ED 450 — Reading Assessment & Evaluation - ED 451 — K-12 Literacy Practicum - ED 502 — Early Literacy and Linguistics & LAB - ED 546 — Inclusive Literacy Practices, Issues, & Research - ED 547 — Teaching of Literacy - ED 550 — Reading Assessment & Evaluation - ED 551 — K-12 Literacy Practicum Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/education/reading-minor/ --- # Social Studies, Minor - Gr. 5-8 ## Courses - ANTH 116 — Cultural Anthropology - ECON 201 — Principles of Microeconomics - ED 414 — Middle Level Methods: Social Studies & LAB - ED 430 — Reading in the Content Areas - GEOG 101 — Introduction to Geography - HIST 210 — Contemporary World History - HIST 222 — Modern America: History of the U.S. from 1865 to the Present - HIST 310 — Environmental History - HIST 395 — Minnesota History - POL 217 — Global Politics - PSYC 101 — General Psychology - PSYC 341 — Child & Adolescent Psychology - SOCI 101 — Introduction to Sociology - SOCI 313 — Self and Society - SOCI 318 — Forces for Social Change - SOCI 331 — Racial & Ethnic Relations Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/education/social-studies-minor-gr-5-8/ --- # Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL), BS - K-12 **Degree** Refer to the current Teacher Preparation Program application information posted on the SoE webpage about the application process and criteria. ## Courses - ED 101 — Introduction to Education and LAB - ED 102 — Educational Technology - ED 251 — Child and Adolescent Growth and Development - ED 301 — The Teaching & Learning Process & Lab - ED 304 — Pre-Student Teaching Experience for Secondary Educators - ED 312 — Human Relations and Diversity in Education - ED 400 — Foundations of Literacy & Literature - ED 402 — Early Literacy and Linguistics & LAB - ED 404 — Literacy Methods & LAB - ED 423 — Effective Learning Environments for Classroom Management - ED 424 — Elementary Mathematics Methods & Lab - ED 447 — Teaching of Literacy - ED 458 — Pre-Student Teaching Experience - ED 473 — Teacher Licensure - SPED 290 — Introduction to Special Needs and Lab - TESL 431 — Foundations of Teaching Multilingual Learners & LAB - TESL 432 — Understanding Multilingual Language Acquisition - TESL 433 — Assessment in TESL - TESL 434 — Multilingual Literacy & Linguistics - TESL 435 — TESL Methods & Lab - TESL 436 — TESL Partnerships - TESL 466 — Student Teaching in TESL; K-12 & Seminar - TESL 467 — Advanced Student Teaching in TESL-Teaching English as a Second Language - TESL 468 — Student Teaching in a Multilingual Learner Residency Program I - TESL 469 — Student Teaching in a Multilingual Learner Residency Program II Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/education/tesl-bs/ --- # Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL), Minor - K-12 **Degree** ## Courses - ED 402 — Early Literacy and Linguistics & LAB - ED 447 — Teaching of Literacy - TESL 431 — Foundations of Teaching Multilingual Learners & LAB - TESL 432 — Understanding Multilingual Language Acquisition - TESL 433 — Assessment in TESL - TESL 434 — Multilingual Literacy & Linguistics - TESL 435 — TESL Methods & Lab - TESL 436 — TESL Partnerships Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/education/tesl-minor-k-12/ --- # Teaching K-12 Multilingual Learners, Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - TESL 431 — Foundations of Teaching Multilingual Learners & LAB - TESL 432 — Understanding Multilingual Language Acquisition - TESL 434 — Multilingual Literacy & Linguistics - TESL 435 — TESL Methods & Lab - TESL 436 — TESL Partnerships Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/education/tmll-cert/ --- # Communication Arts and Literature Education, BS - English **Degree** Note: This degree when coupled with professional education requirements can be used to obtain 5-12 education licensure in Communication Arts and Literature from the Minnesota State Board of Teaching. Please see the Education Department for current licensure requirements. This degree has an emphasis in English. Licensure may also be obtained with an emphasis in Speech; see the Communications Studies section. ## Courses - COMM 200 — Small Group Communication - COMM 230 — Interpersonal and Cross-Cultural Communication - COMM 330 — Mass Media and Society - COMM 356 — Argumentation and Advocacy - COMM 410 — Communication Analysis - COMM 450 — Secondary Teaching Methods: Speech Communication - ENG 361 — Advanced Composition - ENG 365 — Modern Grammar - ENG 480 — Tutoring Writing - ENG 490 — Contemporary Composition Theory and Pedagogy - LIT 250 — Critical Approaches to Literature - LIT 265 — Literature and Film - LIT 320 — British Literature Survey: Beginnings to Present - LIT 330 — American Literature Survey: Beginning to Contemporary - LIT 335 — African American Literature - LIT 340 — Sexuality and Gender in Literature - LIT 355 — Native American Literature - LIT 375 — Womens Literature - LIT 410 — Literacy & Literature for Adolescents Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/english/communication-arts-literature-education-bs-english/ --- # Creative Writing, Minor LIT 306 Craft and Theory: Prose and Poetry (3 cr.) cannot double-count. ## Courses - ENG 207 — Writers Workshop - ENG 288 — Techniques in Craft: - ENG 301 — Poetry Workshop - ENG 302 — Fiction Workshop - ENG 303 — Screenwriting Workshop - ENG 305 — Creative Non-Fiction Workshop - ENG 401 — Advanced Poetry Workshop - ENG 404 — Advanced Fiction Workshop - ENG 486 — Advanced Topics in Writing - ENG 488 — Techniques in Craft - LIT 306 — Craft and Theory: Prose and Poetry Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/english/creative-writing-minor/ --- # English, BA **Degree** Students may take any 300-400 level course from another discipline as approved by the student's advisor. Recommended are courses in PHIL, HIST, or a foreign language. Please consult with advisor. ## Courses - ENG 200 — Student Publications - ENG 204 — Introduction to Journalism - ENG 207 — Writers Workshop - ENG 301 — Poetry Workshop - ENG 302 — Fiction Workshop - ENG 303 — Screenwriting Workshop - ENG 305 — Creative Non-Fiction Workshop - ENG 320 — Publishing for Creative Writers - ENG 361 — Advanced Composition - ENG 365 — Modern Grammar - ENG 401 — Advanced Poetry Workshop - ENG 404 — Advanced Fiction Workshop - ENG 410 — Advanced Journalism - ENG 488 — Techniques in Craft - ENG 495 — Senior Capstone - LIT 250 — Critical Approaches to Literature - LIT 265 — Literature and Film - LIT 306 — Craft and Theory: Prose and Poetry - LIT 310 — Greek Mythology & Literature - LIT 320 — British Literature Survey: Beginnings to Present - LIT 330 — American Literature Survey: Beginning to Contemporary - LIT 335 — African American Literature - LIT 340 — Sexuality and Gender in Literature - LIT 355 — Native American Literature - LIT 370 — Contemporary World Literature - LIT 375 — Womens Literature - LIT 423 — Shakespeare Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/english/english-ba/ --- # Literature, Minor Note: Nine credits of the total must be additional credits at the 300- or 400-level not already used in another major. Nine credits of the total minor must be SMSU credits. ## Courses - ENG 207 — Writers Workshop - ENG 301 — Poetry Workshop - ENG 302 — Fiction Workshop - ENG 303 — Screenwriting Workshop - ENG 304 — Special Projects - ENG 305 — Creative Non-Fiction Workshop - ENG 361 — Advanced Composition - ENG 401 — Advanced Poetry Workshop - ENG 404 — Advanced Fiction Workshop - ENG 410 — Advanced Journalism - ENG 420 — Editing Technical Documents - LIT 250 — Critical Approaches to Literature - LIT 265 — Literature and Film - LIT 320 — British Literature Survey: Beginnings to Present - LIT 330 — American Literature Survey: Beginning to Contemporary - LIT 335 — African American Literature - LIT 340 — Sexuality and Gender in Literature - LIT 355 — Native American Literature - LIT 370 — Contemporary World Literature - LIT 375 — Womens Literature Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/english/literature-minor/ --- # Literature Studies, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** Course List Code Title Credits LIT 523 Shakespeare 3 LIT 622 19th & 20th Century British Literature Survey 4 LIT 632 A Survey of American Literature in All Its Diversity 4 ## Courses - LIT 523 — Shakespeare - LIT 622 — 19th & 20th Century British Literature Survey - LIT 632 — A Survey of American Literature in All Its Diversity Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/english/literature-studies-graduate-certificate/ --- # Professional Writing and Communication, BA **Degree** College graduates with professional writing and communication skills pursue career opportunities in a variety of fields such as journalism, periodical and book publishing; software publishing; advertising and related services; computer systems design and related services; corporate communications; corporate training; government agencies and other not-for-profit agencies. The Professional Writing and Communication (PWC) Major prepares students for these careers by offering a balance of writing, rhetoric, and communication courses in a liberal arts context. These courses are designed to help st… ## Courses - ART 240 — Concepts of Graphic Communication - ART 242 — Digital Art - ART 343 — Digital Photography - COMM 260 — Media Writing - COMM 310 — Persuasion - COMM 356 — Argumentation and Advocacy - COMM 410 — Communication Analysis - COMM 435 — Media Production for Training and Learning - ENG 200 — Student Publications - ENG 204 — Introduction to Journalism - ENG 289 — Introduction to Professional Writing - ENG 305 — Creative Non-Fiction Workshop - ENG 331 — Business Communications - ENG 360 — Scientific & Technical Writing - ENG 361 — Advanced Composition - ENG 365 — Modern Grammar - ENG 410 — Advanced Journalism - ENG 420 — Editing Technical Documents - ENG 460 — Writing and New Media - ENG 480 — Tutoring Writing - ENG 490 — Contemporary Composition Theory and Pedagogy - ENG 492 — Theory & Practice of Professional Writing - ENG 499 — Internship Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/english/professional-writing-communication-ba/ --- # Professional Writing, Minor ## Courses - ENG 204 — Introduction to Journalism - ENG 289 — Introduction to Professional Writing - ENG 331 — Business Communications - ENG 351 — Writing in Medical & Health Professions - ENG 360 — Scientific & Technical Writing - ENG 361 — Advanced Composition - ENG 365 — Modern Grammar - ENG 410 — Advanced Journalism - ENG 420 — Editing Technical Documents - ENG 460 — Writing and New Media - ENG 480 — Tutoring Writing - ENG 490 — Contemporary Composition Theory and Pedagogy - ENG 499 — Internship Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/english/professional-writing-minor/ --- # Professional Writing, Online Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - ENG 204 — Introduction to Journalism - ENG 251 — Writing in Professions - ENG 289 — Introduction to Professional Writing - ENG 305 — Creative Non-Fiction Workshop - ENG 331 — Business Communications - ENG 351 — Writing in Medical & Health Professions - ENG 360 — Scientific & Technical Writing - ENG 361 — Advanced Composition - ENG 420 — Editing Technical Documents - ENG 460 — Writing and New Media - ENG 499 — Internship - PHIL 303 — Ethical Issues in Professional Life Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/english/professional-writing-online-certificate/ --- # Writing Studies, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** Course List Code Title Credits ENG 670 Digital Writing Seminar 4 ENG 675 Rhetoric, Literacy, and the Teaching of Writing 4 ENG 680 Autoethnography and the Teaching of Writing 2 ## Courses - ENG 670 — Digital Writing Seminar - ENG 675 — Rhetoric, Literacy, and the Teaching of Writing - ENG 680 — Autoethnography and the Teaching of Writing Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/english/writing-studies-graduate-certificate/ --- # Environmental Education, Minor ## Courses - BIOL 201 — Introduction to Biodiversity & Evolution - BIOL 309 — Invertebrate Zoology - BIOL 309L — Invertebrate Zoology Laboratory - BIOL 310 — Vertebrate Zoology - BIOL 310L — Vertebrate Zoology Lab - BIOL 405 — Insect Ecology & Diversity - BIOL 405L — Insect Ecology & Diversity Lab - ENVS 180 — Environmental Science: Introduction - ENVS 180L — Environmental Science: Introduction Lab - ENVS 480 — Environmental Education Practicum - PE 105 — Camping and Canoeing - PE 106 — Winter Ice and Snow Sports - PE 200 — Recreational Sports & Games - PE 300 — Recreation Diversity & Leadership - PE 360 — Introduction to Recreation, Parks, and Community Education - PHIL 107 — Environmental Ethics Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/environmental-science/environmental-education-minor/ --- # Environmental Science, BS **Degree** Students enrolled in the Environmental Science, BS Program, may choose one of two emphases: Humanity and Environment or Natural Science. ## Courses - BIOL 200 — Introduction to Cellular Biology - BIOL 200L — Introduction to Cellular Biology Lab - BIOL 201 — Introduction to Biodiversity & Evolution - BIOL 287 — Sophomore Biology Seminar - BIOL 302 — Botany - BIOL 302L — Botany Lab - BIOL 303 — Microbiology - BIOL 303L — Microbiology Lab - BIOL 310 — Vertebrate Zoology - BIOL 310L — Vertebrate Zoology Lab - BIOL 311 — Ecology - BIOL 311L — Ecology Lab - BIOL 321 — Genetics - BIOL 321L — Genetics Lab - CHEM 121 — Basic Chemistry - CHEM 121L — Basic Chemistry Lab - CHEM 122 — Introductory Organic/Biochemistry - CHEM 122L — Introduction to Organic/Biochemistry Lab - CHEM 231 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 231L — General Chemistry I Lab - CHEM 232 — General Chemistry II - CHEM 232L — General Chemistry II Lab - CHEM 344 — Instrumental Analysis - ENG 360 — Scientific & Technical Writing - ENVS 101 — Introduction to Geology - ENVS 101L — Introduction to Geology Lab - ENVS 102 — History of Life - ENVS 102L — History of Life Lab - ENVS 107 — Introduction to ArcGIS - ENVS 180 — Environmental Science: Introduction - ENVS 180L — Environmental Science: Introduction Lab - ENVS 301 — Basic Soil Science - ENVS 301L — Basic Soil Science Lab - ENVS 302 — Geomorphology - ENVS 303 — Meteorology - ENVS 307 — Advanced GIS and Spatial Analysis - ENVS 310 — Hydrology - ENVS 310L — Hydrology Lab - ENVS 311 — Natural Hazards and Disasters - ENVS 312 — Rocks & Minerals - ENVS 351 — Environmental Toxicology - ENVS 352 — Plant Nutrients in the Environment - ENVS 353 — Soil Conservation and Land Use Management - ENVS 400 — Environmental Data Analysis & Presentation - ENVS 401 — Wetland Ecology - ENVS 401L — Wetland Ecology Lab - ENVS 406 — Freshwater Science - ENVS 406L — Freshwater Science Lab - ENVS 426 — Soil Morphology & Genesis - ENVS 426L — Soil Morphology & Genesis Lab - ENVS 486 — Advanced Special Topics - HIST 310 — Environmental History - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics - PHIL 107 — Environmental Ethics - PHYS 141 — College Physics I - PHYS 141L — College Physics I Lab - PHYS 142 — College Physics II - PHYS 142L — College Physics II Lab Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/environmental-science/environmental-science-bs-humanity-option/ --- # Environmental Science, Minor The Environmental Science Minor provides an opportunity to study environmental processes, problems and solutions from several points of view. The interdisciplinary nature of the ES minor integrates environmental content with non-science courses and is suitable for students with a wide variety of majors. ## Courses - BIOL 200 — Introduction to Cellular Biology - BIOL 200L — Introduction to Cellular Biology Lab - BIOL 201 — Introduction to Biodiversity & Evolution - BIOL 302 — Botany - BIOL 302L — Botany Lab - BIOL 311 — Ecology - BIOL 311L — Ecology Lab - CHEM 121 — Basic Chemistry - CHEM 121L — Basic Chemistry Lab - CHEM 231 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 231L — General Chemistry I Lab - ENVS 101 — Introduction to Geology - ENVS 101L — Introduction to Geology Lab - ENVS 102 — History of Life - ENVS 102L — History of Life Lab - ENVS 107 — Introduction to ArcGIS - ENVS 180 — Environmental Science: Introduction - ENVS 180L — Environmental Science: Introduction Lab - ENVS 301 — Basic Soil Science - ENVS 301L — Basic Soil Science Lab - ENVS 302 — Geomorphology - ENVS 303 — Meteorology - ENVS 307 — Advanced GIS and Spatial Analysis - ENVS 310 — Hydrology - ENVS 310L — Hydrology Lab - ENVS 311 — Natural Hazards and Disasters - ENVS 312 — Rocks & Minerals - ENVS 312L — Rocks & Minerals Lab - ENVS 353 — Soil Conservation and Land Use Management - ENVS 401 — Wetland Ecology - ENVS 401L — Wetland Ecology Lab - ENVS 406 — Freshwater Science - ENVS 406L — Freshwater Science Lab Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/environmental-science/environmental-science-minor/ --- # Exercise Science, BS **Degree** If EXSC 488 is used as a substitute course in the Exercise Core, it cannot also be used as an elective. ## Courses - BIOL 104 — Medical Terminology - BIOL 200 — Introduction to Cellular Biology - BIOL 200L — Introduction to Cellular Biology Lab - BIOL 305 — Human Anatomy & Physiology I - BIOL 305L — Human Anatomy & Physiology I Lab - BIOL 306 — Human Anatomy & Physiology II - BIOL 306L — Human Anatomy & Physiology II Lab - BLAW 305 — Business Law I: Legal Environment and Contract Law - CHEM 121 — Basic Chemistry - CHEM 121L — Basic Chemistry Lab - CHEM 231 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 231L — General Chemistry I Lab - EXSC 100 — Anatomical Kinesiology - EXSC 100L — Anatomical Kinesiology Lab - EXSC 101 — Introduction to Exercise Science - EXSC 110 — Introduction to Health Professions - EXSC 180 — Principles of Fitness and Wellness - EXSC 225 — Nutrition - EXSC 300 — Biomechanics of Human Motion - EXSC 325 — Nutrition & Exercise - EXSC 350 — Exercise Physiology - EXSC 350L — Exercise Physiology Lab - EXSC 360 — Athletic Enhancement, Human Performance, & Exercise Leadership - EXSC 380 — Community and Corporate Wellness and Health Promotion - EXSC 390 — Fitness Assessment - EXSC 400 — Motor Learning & Development - EXSC 400L — Motor Learning and Development Lab - EXSC 450 — Advanced Exercise Physiology Lecture/Seminar - EXSC 450L — Advanced Exercise Physiology Lab - EXSC 465 — Research Methods and Professional Development - EXSC 475 — Capstone Research - EXSC 476 — Research Seminar - EXSC 477 — Research Presentation - EXSC 480 — Principles of Training & Conditioning - EXSC 488 — Professional Communication - EXSC 490 — Exercise Prescription - EXSC 499 — Professional Practicum - FIN 355 — Entrepreneurial Finance - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics - MATH 201 — Statistical Software - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MKTG 301 — Principles of Marketing - PE 249 — Physical Fitness Concept - PSYC 101 — General Psychology - PSYC 301 — Sport & Performance Psychology Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/exercise-science/exercise-science-bs/ --- # Exercise Science, Minor ## Courses - BIOL 377 — Principles of Nutrition - EXSC 100 — Anatomical Kinesiology - EXSC 100L — Anatomical Kinesiology Lab - EXSC 225 — Nutrition - EXSC 300 — Biomechanics of Human Motion - EXSC 325 — Nutrition & Exercise - EXSC 350 — Exercise Physiology - EXSC 350L — Exercise Physiology Lab - EXSC 390 — Fitness Assessment - EXSC 480 — Principles of Training & Conditioning - EXSC 490 — Exercise Prescription Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/exercise-science/exercise-science-minor/ --- # Nutrition, Minor ## Courses - BIOL 200 — Introduction to Cellular Biology - BIOL 200L — Introduction to Cellular Biology Lab - BIOL 377 — Principles of Nutrition - CHEM 121 — Basic Chemistry - CHEM 121L — Basic Chemistry Lab - CHEM 122 — Introductory Organic/Biochemistry - CHEM 122L — Introduction to Organic/Biochemistry Lab - CHEM 231 — General Chemistry I - CHEM 231L — General Chemistry I Lab - CULG 310 — Introduction to Food Science - CULG 410 — Food Chemistry and Analysis - EXSC 225 — Nutrition - EXSC 325 — Nutrition & Exercise Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/exercise-science/nutrition-minor/ --- # Strength and Conditioning, Certificate **Certificate** Fundamentals of Coaching online course (NFHS-not an SMSU course) required to become certified to be a head coach in Minnesota following the MSHSL curriculum and MN state statute. ## Courses - EXSC 100 — Anatomical Kinesiology - EXSC 100L — Anatomical Kinesiology Lab - EXSC 300 — Biomechanics of Human Motion - EXSC 350 — Exercise Physiology - EXSC 350L — Exercise Physiology Lab - HLTH 110 — First Aid and Safety/CPR - PE 335 — Theory of Coaching/Teaching Strength and Conditioning; - PE 392 — Prevention & Care of Athletic Injuries Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/exercise-science/strength-conditioning-certificate/ --- # Strength and Conditioning, Minor Fundamentals of Coaching online course (NFHS-not an SMSU course) required to become certified to be a head coach in Minnesota following the MSHSL curriculum and MN state statute. ## Courses - EXSC 100 — Anatomical Kinesiology - EXSC 100L — Anatomical Kinesiology Lab - EXSC 300 — Biomechanics of Human Motion - EXSC 350 — Exercise Physiology - EXSC 350L — Exercise Physiology Lab - HLTH 110 — First Aid and Safety/CPR - PE 335 — Theory of Coaching/Teaching Strength and Conditioning; - PE 392 — Prevention & Care of Athletic Injuries Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/exercise-science/strength-conditioning-minor/ --- # Finance, BS **Degree** Students who choose to complete more than one concentration cannot double-count courses across concentrations. ## Courses - ACCT 211 — Principles of Accounting I - ACCT 212 — Principles of Accounting II - ACCT 413 — Cost Accounting I - ACCT 414 — Federal Tax I - ACCT 451 — Federal Tax II - AGBU 330 — Commodity Futures & Options Trading - BLAW 305 — Business Law I: Legal Environment and Contract Law - BLAW 355 — Business Law II: Commercial and Financial Law - ECON 201 — Principles of Microeconomics - ECON 202 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ECON 328 — Money and Banking - ECON 380 — Public Finance - ECON 470 — International Business & Economics - FIN 210 — Personal Finance - FIN 230 — Business Statistics I - FIN 350 — Introduction to Financial Management - FIN 354 — Working Capital Management - FIN 355 — Entrepreneurial Finance - FIN 360 — Insurance and Risk Management - FIN 366 — Real Estate - FIN 370 — Capital Budgeting - FIN 415 — Financial Statement Analysis - FIN 420 — Financial Institutions Management - FIN 425 — Investment and Portfolio Analysis - FIN 428 — Financial Modeling - FIN 457 — Corporate Finance I - FIN 458 — Corporate Finance II - FIN 460 — Business Forecasting - FIN 462 — Estate Planning - FIN 473 — Retirement Planning - FIN 490 — Financial Policy: Financial Plan Development - FIN 491 — Senior Seminar-Finance - FIN 492 — Financial Policy - FIN 495 — Senior Examination - MATH 115 — Finite Mathematics - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics - MGMT 101 — Introduction to Business - MGMT 221 — Computer Concepts and Applications - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 420 — Business Analytics and Technology - MGMT 422 — Production & Operations Management - MGMT 432 — Project Management - MGMT 455 — Human Resource Management - MKTG 301 — Principles of Marketing - MKTG 351 — Introduction to Digital Marketing - PHIL 105 — Ethical Issues in Business Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/finance/finance-bs/ --- # Finance, Minor Elective courses for the finance minor cannot be double-counted to meet the requirements for another major or minor. ## Courses - ACCT 211 — Principles of Accounting I - ACCT 212 — Principles of Accounting II - AGBU 330 — Commodity Futures & Options Trading - AGBU 460 — Agricultural Finance - ECON 201 — Principles of Microeconomics - ECON 202 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ECON 328 — Money and Banking - ECON 380 — Public Finance - ECON 470 — International Business & Economics - FIN 210 — Personal Finance - FIN 230 — Business Statistics I - FIN 350 — Introduction to Financial Management - FIN 353 — Healthcare Financial Management - FIN 354 — Working Capital Management - FIN 355 — Entrepreneurial Finance - FIN 360 — Insurance and Risk Management - FIN 366 — Real Estate - FIN 370 — Capital Budgeting - FIN 415 — Financial Statement Analysis - FIN 420 — Financial Institutions Management - FIN 425 — Investment and Portfolio Analysis - FIN 428 — Financial Modeling - FIN 457 — Corporate Finance I - FIN 458 — Corporate Finance II - FIN 460 — Business Forecasting - FIN 462 — Estate Planning - FIN 473 — Retirement Planning - FIN 491 — Senior Seminar-Finance - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/finance/finance-minor/ --- # Foreign Languages The Foreign Language Program seeks to develop proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing a second language, and to introduce the student to the literature and civilization of another country in order to broaden his/her perspective and increase his/her understanding and sensitivity of a foreign culture. Graduates may enter careers in international business, education, the tourism and hospitality industries, and government service. ## Courses - SPAN 102 — Beginning Spanish II - SPAN 201 — Intermediate Spanish I - SPAN 202 — Intermediate Spanish II - SPAN 211 — Latin American and Spanish Cinema Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/foreign-languages/ --- # Global Studies The Global Studies Program is open to students from all majors. In Global Studies coures students Focus on a theme of global importance, spend a semester exploring the topic through course work, then apply and expand their knowledge with travel to a city, country or region. Financial Aid may be available to help cover trip costs, which are assessed as a course fee. ## Courses - GLBL 100 — Global Issues & Events Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/global-studies/ --- # Hispanic Studies, Certificate **Certificate** Note: This certificate is not yet eligible for financial aid unless taken along with a financial aid-eligible program. It cannot be completed in one semester. ## Courses - ECON 470 — International Business & Economics - HIST 314 — Modern Latin America - HIST 315 — Mexico & Central America - HIST 321 — U.S.-Latin American Relations - HIST 326 — Atlantic World to 1830 - HIST 328 — History of Cuba - HIST 486 — Advanced Special Topics in History - MKTG 471 — International Marketing - POL 217 — Global Politics - SOCI 270 — Gender Issues - SOCI 318 — Forces for Social Change - SPAN 211 — Latin American and Spanish Cinema - SPAN 235 — Spanish for Law Enforcement - SPAN 237 — Spanish for Health Care Professionals - SPAN 311 — Spanish Conversation and Reading - SPAN 312 — Spanish Composition and Advanced Grammar - SPAN 313 — Introduction to Spanish Translation Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/hispanic-studies/hispanic-studies-cert/ --- # Hispanic Studies, Minor ## Courses - ECON 470 — International Business & Economics - HIST 314 — Modern Latin America - HIST 315 — Mexico & Central America - HIST 321 — U.S.-Latin American Relations - HIST 326 — Atlantic World to 1830 - HIST 328 — History of Cuba - HIST 486 — Advanced Special Topics in History - INDS 310 — Indigenous World View - MKTG 471 — International Marketing - SOCI 270 — Gender Issues - SOCI 318 — Forces for Social Change - SPAN 311 — Spanish Conversation and Reading - SPAN 312 — Spanish Composition and Advanced Grammar - SPAN 341 — Spanish Culture & Civilization - SPAN 342 — Latin American Culture & Civilization Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/hispanic-studies/hispanic-studies-minor/ --- # History, BA **Degree** Students who are not seeking a Social Science licensure may substitute PHIL 331 History of Philosophy: Social & Political Philosophy (3 cr.) for a history elective. ## Courses - HIST 210 — Contemporary World History - HIST 221 — Early America: History of the U.S. from the Colonial Era to the Civil War - HIST 222 — Modern America: History of the U.S. from 1865 to the Present - HIST 242 — Early Europe - HIST 243 — Modern Europe - HIST 301 — Historiography - HIST 310 — Environmental History - HIST 311 — World in War & Crisis: 1895-1949 - HIST 312 — World in War and Crisis: 1949-Today - HIST 314 — Modern Latin America - HIST 315 — Mexico & Central America - HIST 321 — U.S.-Latin American Relations - HIST 323 — Contemporary Hispanic World to 1955 - HIST 324 — Contemporary Hispanic World, 1955-Today - HIST 326 — Atlantic World to 1830 - HIST 328 — History of Cuba - HIST 331 — U.S. Since 1945 - HIST 349 — World War Two - HIST 350 — The Vietnam Wars, 1945-1975 - HIST 351 — Origins of Islamic Civilization - HIST 352 — American Revolution and the Early Republic, 1763-1816 - HIST 354 — Growing Up in America - HIST 356 — Civil War & Reconstruction - HIST 359 — African-American History:1500 to the Present - HIST 360 — American Womens History - HIST 363 — History of Social Welfare in the U.S. - HIST 365 — Rome: from Republic to Empire - HIST 377 — Germany: The Road to Tyranny - HIST 378 — US:1920-1945 - HIST 380 — The Examined Life: American History through Autobiography - HIST 382 — History of Russia - HIST 384 — History of England - HIST 385 — War and Peace in the Middle East - HIST 395 — Minnesota History - HIST 487 — Senior Seminar - PHIL 331 — History of Philosophy: Social & Political Philosophy Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/history/history-ba/ --- # History, Minor Note: Students minoring in history are strongly encouraged to devote themselves seriously to the study of a foreign language. ## Courses - HIST 210 — Contemporary World History - HIST 221 — Early America: History of the U.S. from the Colonial Era to the Civil War - HIST 222 — Modern America: History of the U.S. from 1865 to the Present - HIST 242 — Early Europe - HIST 243 — Modern Europe - HIST 301 — Historiography - HIST 310 — Environmental History - HIST 311 — World in War & Crisis: 1895-1949 - HIST 312 — World in War and Crisis: 1949-Today - HIST 314 — Modern Latin America - HIST 315 — Mexico & Central America - HIST 321 — U.S.-Latin American Relations - HIST 323 — Contemporary Hispanic World to 1955 - HIST 324 — Contemporary Hispanic World, 1955-Today - HIST 326 — Atlantic World to 1830 - HIST 328 — History of Cuba - HIST 331 — U.S. Since 1945 - HIST 349 — World War Two - HIST 350 — The Vietnam Wars, 1945-1975 - HIST 351 — Origins of Islamic Civilization - HIST 352 — American Revolution and the Early Republic, 1763-1816 - HIST 354 — Growing Up in America - HIST 356 — Civil War & Reconstruction - HIST 359 — African-American History:1500 to the Present - HIST 360 — American Womens History - HIST 363 — History of Social Welfare in the U.S. - HIST 365 — Rome: from Republic to Empire - HIST 377 — Germany: The Road to Tyranny - HIST 378 — US:1920-1945 - HIST 380 — The Examined Life: American History through Autobiography - HIST 382 — History of Russia - HIST 384 — History of England - HIST 385 — War and Peace in the Middle East - HIST 395 — Minnesota History Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/history/history-minor/ --- # Honors Program: Experiential Pathway The Experiential Pathway is an option for students who have completed at least 34 Minnesota Transfer Curriculum credits before joining the Honors Program. Students are required to take Discover, Engage, Lead, and Honors Seminar. To graduate from the program, an overall cumulative grade point average of 3.4 is required. ## Courses - HONR 401 — Discover - HONR 402 — Engage - HONR 403 — Lead - HONR 487 — Honors Seminar Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/honors/honors-program-experiential-pathway/ --- # Honors Program: Traditional Pathway The program is a substitute for the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum. The student, in consultation with the Honors Director and Honors Review Board, designs a custom Liberal Education Program. ## Courses - ART 352 — Women in Art - HIST 311 — World in War & Crisis: 1895-1949 - HIST 312 — World in War and Crisis: 1949-Today - HIST 314 — Modern Latin America - HIST 326 — Atlantic World to 1830 - HIST 349 — World War Two - HIST 351 — Origins of Islamic Civilization - HIST 359 — African-American History:1500 to the Present - HIST 360 — American Womens History - HONR 140 — Introduction to Honors - HONR 487 — Honors Seminar - LIT 310 — Greek Mythology & Literature - LIT 335 — African American Literature - LIT 340 — Sexuality and Gender in Literature - LIT 355 — Native American Literature - LIT 370 — Contemporary World Literature - LIT 375 — Womens Literature - PHIL 303 — Ethical Issues in Professional Life - PHIL 310 — The Philosophy of Sex and Gender - PHIL 330 — History of Philosophy: Ethics - PHIL 331 — History of Philosophy: Social & Political Philosophy - POL 355 — World Political Geography - PSYC 360 — Cross-Cultural Psychology - SOCI 324 — Sociology of Sexualities - SOCI 331 — Racial & Ethnic Relations Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/honors/honors-program-traditional-pathway/ --- # Honors Program: Transfer Pathway The Transfer Pathway is an option for transfer students bringing a significant number of credits to SMSU. ## Courses - ART 352 — Women in Art - HIST 311 — World in War & Crisis: 1895-1949 - HIST 312 — World in War and Crisis: 1949-Today - HIST 314 — Modern Latin America - HIST 326 — Atlantic World to 1830 - HIST 349 — World War Two - HIST 351 — Origins of Islamic Civilization - HIST 359 — African-American History:1500 to the Present - HIST 360 — American Womens History - HONR 140 — Introduction to Honors - HONR 487 — Honors Seminar - LIT 310 — Greek Mythology & Literature - LIT 335 — African American Literature - LIT 340 — Sexuality and Gender in Literature - LIT 355 — Native American Literature - LIT 370 — Contemporary World Literature - LIT 375 — Womens Literature - PHIL 303 — Ethical Issues in Professional Life - PHIL 310 — The Philosophy of Sex and Gender - PHIL 330 — History of Philosophy: Ethics - PHIL 331 — History of Philosophy: Social & Political Philosophy - POL 355 — World Political Geography - PSYC 360 — Cross-Cultural Psychology - SOCI 324 — Sociology of Sexualities - SOCI 331 — Racial & Ethnic Relations Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/honors/honors-program-transfer-pathway/ --- # Event and Meeting Management, Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - HOSP 100 — Introduction to Hospitality Management - HOSP 200 — Foundations of Lodging Management - HOSP 310 — Expositions and Events Management - HOSP 400 — Sales & Convention Management Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/hospitality/event-meeting-management-certificate/ --- # Hospitality Management, BS **Degree** ## Courses - ACCT 211 — Principles of Accounting I - ACCT 212 — Principles of Accounting II - BLAW 305 — Business Law I: Legal Environment and Contract Law - CULG 200 — Culinary Arts Fundamentals - CULG 210 — Advanced Culinary Arts - CULG 250 — Introduction to Baking & Pastry - CULG 300 — International Cuisine - HOSP 100 — Introduction to Hospitality Management - HOSP 120 — Food Sanitation and Safety - HOSP 200 — Foundations of Lodging Management - HOSP 205 — Hospitality Purchasing - HOSP 300 — Hospitality Analytics - HOSP 301 — Restaurant Food Operations - HOSP 301L — Restaurant Food Operations Lab - HOSP 310 — Expositions and Events Management - HOSP 400 — Sales & Convention Management - HOSP 405 — Catering/Banquet Management - HOSP 410 — Beverage Management - HOSP 420 — Hospitality Revenue Management - HOSP 425 — Applied Hospitality Service Management - HOSP 430 — Hotel/Resort Management Seminar - HOSP 460 — Hospitality Operations and Policy - HOSP 498 — Hospitality Internship II - HOSP 499 — Hospitality Internship III - MGMT 221 — Computer Concepts and Applications - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 450 — Diversity Management - MGMT 455 — Human Resource Management - MGMT 460 — Leadership and Team Management - MKTG 301 — Principles of Marketing Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/hospitality/hospitality-management-bs/ --- # Hotel/Lodging Management, Minor ## Courses - ACCT 211 — Principles of Accounting I - ACCT 212 — Principles of Accounting II - HOSP 100 — Introduction to Hospitality Management - HOSP 200 — Foundations of Lodging Management - HOSP 400 — Sales & Convention Management - HOSP 420 — Hospitality Revenue Management - HOSP 430 — Hotel/Resort Management Seminar - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 455 — Human Resource Management - MKTG 301 — Principles of Marketing Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/hospitality/hotel-lodging-management-minor/ --- # Hotel Revenue Management, Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - HOSP 100 — Introduction to Hospitality Management - HOSP 200 — Foundations of Lodging Management - HOSP 420 — Hospitality Revenue Management - HOSP 430 — Hotel/Resort Management Seminar Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/hospitality/hotel-revenue-management-certificate/ --- # Religious Studies, Minor ## Courses - HIST 351 — Origins of Islamic Civilization - HUMT 201 — Origins of Western Civilization - HUMT 202 — European Middle Ages & Renaissance - HUMT 230 — World Religions - HUMT 240 — The Christian Heritage - LIT 310 — Greek Mythology & Literature - PHIL 230 — Philosophy of Religion - PHIL 330 — History of Philosophy: Ethics Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/humanities/religious-studies-minor/ --- # Indigenous Nations and Dakota Studies, Minor ## Courses - HIST 326 — Atlantic World to 1830 - INDS 101 — Introduction to Indigenous Nations and Dakota Studies - INDS 217 — Indigenous Peoples of the Upper Midwest - INDS 499 — INDS Practicum - LIT 355 — Native American Literature - SOCI 331 — Racial & Ethnic Relations Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/indigenous-nations-dakota-studies/indigenous-nations-dakota-studies-minor/ --- # Individualized Interdisciplinary, BA & BS **Degree** To learn more about the procedures and guidelines for developing an Individualized Interdisciplinary major, visit the program webpage at: www.SMSU.edu/academics/programs/interdisciplinarystudies . Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/interdisciplinary-studies/individualized-interdisciplinary-ba-bs/ --- # Administration and Management for Peace Officers, BAS **Degree** The B.A.S. degree is built on a “2+2” platform. During the first two years (60 credits), a student completes an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Administration and Management for Peace Officers (formerly known as Law Enforcement Administration). In the final two years (60 credits) of SMSU’s B.A.S. program, a student takes a 42-semester credit major (described below) in Administration and Management for Peace Officers, and additional semester credit hours (SCH) of MnTC. ## Courses - COMM 301 — Risk and Crisis Communication - COMM 360 — Organizational Communication - ECON 351 — Public Budgeting and Finance - ECON 380 — Public Finance - HIST 351 — Origins of Islamic Civilization - HIST 359 — African-American History:1500 to the Present - JUAD 300 — Women and Justice - JUAD 304 — Victimology - JUAD 315 — Effects of Poverty and Race on American Justice - JUAD 320 — Crisis Intervention: Youth Mental Health - JUAD 370 — Criminology - JUAD 398 — Pro-Seminar - JUAD 460 — Rehabilitation & Prevention - JUAD 498 — Senior Seminar in Justice Administration - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 333 — Conflict Resolution - MGMT 450 — Diversity Management - MGMT 454 — Labor Relations - MGMT 455 — Human Resource Management - MGMT 456 — Organizational Behavior and Theory - MGMT 457 — Interpersonal Skills - MGMT 460 — Leadership and Team Management - POL 424 — Local Politics - POL 440 — Public Administration - PSYC 318 — Group Dynamics - PSYC 325 — Attitudes & Persuasion - PSYC 341 — Child & Adolescent Psychology - PSYC 360 — Cross-Cultural Psychology - PSYC 487 — Mental Health Topics Applied - SOCI 331 — Racial & Ethnic Relations - SOCI 420 — Family & Intimate Partner Violence - SPED 485 — Autism Spectrum Disorders:Issues & Needs - SWRK 315 — Child Welfare - SWRK 340 — Human Behavior in the Social Environment - SWRK 351 — Diverse and At-Risk Populations Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/justice-administration/administration-management-peace-officers-bas/ --- # Criminal Justice, Minor ## Courses - JUAD 144 — Introduction to Justice & Society - JUAD 238 — Restorative Justice Circle Process - JUAD 240 — Community Policing - JUAD 242 — Correction Systems - JUAD 246 — Introduction to Security - JUAD 286 — Special Topics - JUAD 300 — Women and Justice - JUAD 304 — Victimology - JUAD 315 — Effects of Poverty and Race on American Justice - JUAD 338 — Youth & Crime - JUAD 370 — Criminology - JUAD 380 — Corporate & White Collar Crime - JUAD 398 — Pro-Seminar - JUAD 399 — Criminal Procedure - JUAD 441 — Organized Crime - JUAD 442 — Court, Police, and Corrections Management - JUAD 450 — Advanced Criminal Law - JUAD 460 — Rehabilitation & Prevention - JUAD 486 — Special Topics - JUAD 494 — Independent Study - JUAD 498 — Senior Seminar in Justice Administration - JUAD 499 — Field Experience/Internship Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/justice-administration/criminal-justice-minor/ --- # Justice Administration, BS **Degree** ## Courses - COMM 310 — Persuasion - COMM 356 — Argumentation and Advocacy - ENVS 107 — Introduction to ArcGIS - JUAD 144 — Introduction to Justice & Society - JUAD 238 — Restorative Justice Circle Process - JUAD 239 — Resolving Conflicts in Workplace Settings - JUAD 240 — Community Policing - JUAD 242 — Correction Systems - JUAD 246 — Introduction to Security - JUAD 286 — Special Topics - JUAD 300 — Women and Justice - JUAD 304 — Victimology - JUAD 315 — Effects of Poverty and Race on American Justice - JUAD 338 — Youth & Crime - JUAD 370 — Criminology - JUAD 380 — Corporate & White Collar Crime - JUAD 398 — Pro-Seminar - JUAD 399 — Criminal Procedure - JUAD 441 — Organized Crime - JUAD 442 — Court, Police, and Corrections Management - JUAD 450 — Advanced Criminal Law - JUAD 460 — Rehabilitation & Prevention - JUAD 486 — Special Topics - JUAD 498 — Senior Seminar in Justice Administration - JUAD 499 — Field Experience/Internship - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 333 — Conflict Resolution - PHIL 103 — Ethics - PHIL 303 — Ethical Issues in Professional Life - POL 227 — Courts and the Law - POL 328 — Constitutional Law - PSYC 200 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences - PSYC 200L — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences Lab - PSYC 235 — Abnormal Psychology - PSYC 265 — Behavior Modification - SOCI 244 — Sociology of Deviant Behavior - SOCI 315 — Applied Social Research - SOCI 370 — Criminology - SWRK 280 — Substance Abuse & Other Addictive Behaviors - SWRK 330 — Basic Interviewing Skills Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/justice-administration/justice-administration-bs/ --- # Pre-Law Minor ## Courses - ACCT 211 — Principles of Accounting I - ACCT 212 — Principles of Accounting II - BLAW 305 — Business Law I: Legal Environment and Contract Law - BLAW 355 — Business Law II: Commercial and Financial Law - COMM 310 — Persuasion - COMM 356 — Argumentation and Advocacy - COMM 403 — Professional Presentations - ENG 204 — Introduction to Journalism - ENG 361 — Advanced Composition - HIST 301 — Historiography - HIST 331 — U.S. Since 1945 - HIST 352 — American Revolution and the Early Republic, 1763-1816 - JUAD 300 — Women and Justice - JUAD 450 — Advanced Criminal Law - PHIL 101 — Critical Thinking - PHIL 303 — Ethical Issues in Professional Life - PHIL 330 — History of Philosophy: Ethics - PHIL 331 — History of Philosophy: Social & Political Philosophy - PHIL 340 — Logic - POL 227 — Courts and the Law - POL 328 — Constitutional Law - POL 351 — Civil Liberties - POL 430 — The U.S. Supreme Court - POL 455 — International Law Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/justice-administration/pre-law-minor/ --- # Liberal Arts and Sciences, AA **Degree** To earn an Associate of Arts (AA) degree from Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU) students must complete the following requirements: Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/liberal-arts-sciences/liberal-arts-sciences-aa/ --- # Business Education, BS **Degree** Note: Students must fulfill the 5-12 professional education requirements for licensure; see the Advising Guide for complete requirements. ## Courses - ACCT 211 — Principles of Accounting I - ACCT 212 — Principles of Accounting II - ACCT 445 — Senior Capstone - BLAW 305 — Business Law I: Legal Environment and Contract Law - ECON 201 — Principles of Microeconomics - ECON 202 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ED 101 — Introduction to Education and LAB - ED 102 — Educational Technology - ED 251 — Child and Adolescent Growth and Development - ED 301 — The Teaching & Learning Process & Lab - ED 304 — Pre-Student Teaching Experience for Secondary Educators - ED 312 — Human Relations and Diversity in Education - ED 410 — Secondary Methods: Business - ED 430 — Reading in the Content Areas - ED 466 — Student Teaching: Secondary or K-12 Education - ED 467 — Advanced Student Teaching - ED 473 — Teacher Licensure - FIN 230 — Business Statistics I - FIN 350 — Introduction to Financial Management - FIN 491 — Senior Seminar-Finance - HLTH 225 — Alcohol, Narcotics, & Tobacco - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics - MGMT 101 — Introduction to Business - MGMT 221 — Computer Concepts and Applications - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 440 — International Management - MGMT 455 — Human Resource Management - MGMT 492 — Business Policy - MKTG 301 — Principles of Marketing - MKTG 491 — Strategic Marketing Management - SPED 290 — Introduction to Special Needs and Lab - TESL 431 — Foundations of Teaching Multilingual Learners & LAB Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/management/business-education-bs/ --- # Entrepreneurship, Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - FIN 355 — Entrepreneurial Finance - MGMT 380 — Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship - MGMT 390 — Social Sustainability - MKTG 442 — Creativity and Innovation - MKTG 461 — Entrepreneurial Marketing - MKTG 490 — Consumer Behavior Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/management/entrepreneurship-certificate/ --- # Entrepreneurship, Minor ## Courses - FIN 355 — Entrepreneurial Finance - MGMT 380 — Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship - MGMT 390 — Social Sustainability - MKTG 442 — Creativity and Innovation - MKTG 461 — Entrepreneurial Marketing - MKTG 490 — Consumer Behavior Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/management/entrepreneurship-minor/ --- # Healthcare Administration, Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - COMM 305 — Principles of Health Communication - ENG 351 — Writing in Medical & Health Professions - FIN 353 — Healthcare Financial Management - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 370 — Health Services Systems and Information - MGMT 372 — US Healthcare Delivery, Service, and Systems - MGMT 450 — Diversity Management - MGMT 470 — Long Term Care Administration - MGMT 471 — Managed Care - MGMT 472 — US Services, Programs, Issues & Trends in Healthcare - MGMT 473 — Practicum in Healthcare - MGMT 474 — Nursing Home Administrator Exam Preparation Course - MGMT 475 — Healthcare Administration Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/management/healthcare-administration-certificate/ --- # Healthcare Administration, Minor ## Courses - COMM 305 — Principles of Health Communication - ENG 351 — Writing in Medical & Health Professions - FIN 353 — Healthcare Financial Management - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 370 — Health Services Systems and Information - MGMT 372 — US Healthcare Delivery, Service, and Systems - MGMT 450 — Diversity Management - MGMT 470 — Long Term Care Administration - MGMT 471 — Managed Care - MGMT 472 — US Services, Programs, Issues & Trends in Healthcare - MGMT 473 — Practicum in Healthcare - MGMT 474 — Nursing Home Administrator Exam Preparation Course - MGMT 475 — Healthcare Administration Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/management/healthcare-administration-minor/ --- # Human Resource Management, Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 450 — Diversity Management - MGMT 451 — Training & Development - MGMT 452 — Staffing Management - MGMT 453 — Compensation and Benefits - MGMT 454 — Labor Relations - MGMT 455 — Human Resource Management - MGMT 456 — Organizational Behavior and Theory Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/management/human-resource-management-certificate/ --- # Human Resource Management, Minor Note: Courses for the minor cannot be double-counted to meet the requirements of another major or minor. ## Courses - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 333 — Conflict Resolution - MGMT 450 — Diversity Management - MGMT 451 — Training & Development - MGMT 452 — Staffing Management - MGMT 453 — Compensation and Benefits - MGMT 454 — Labor Relations - MGMT 455 — Human Resource Management - MGMT 456 — Organizational Behavior and Theory Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/management/human-resource-management-minor/ --- # Management, BAS **Degree** The Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) degree program provides opportunities for individuals who have completed approved Associate of Applied Science or Associate of Science degree programs. ## Courses - ACCT 211 — Principles of Accounting I - ACCT 212 — Principles of Accounting II - BLAW 305 — Business Law I: Legal Environment and Contract Law - ECON 201 — Principles of Microeconomics - ECON 202 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ECON 470 — International Business & Economics - FIN 230 — Business Statistics I - FIN 350 — Introduction to Financial Management - MGMT 221 — Computer Concepts and Applications - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 333 — Conflict Resolution - MGMT 420 — Business Analytics and Technology - MGMT 422 — Production & Operations Management - MGMT 425 — Supply Chain Management - MGMT 426 — Strategic Sourcing and Logistics Management - MGMT 450 — Diversity Management - MGMT 451 — Training & Development - MGMT 454 — Labor Relations - MGMT 455 — Human Resource Management - MGMT 456 — Organizational Behavior and Theory - MGMT 457 — Interpersonal Skills - MGMT 460 — Leadership and Team Management - MGMT 492 — Business Policy - MGMT 495 — Senior Examination - MKTG 301 — Principles of Marketing Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/management/management-bas/ --- # Management, BS **Degree** Students who choose to complete more than one concentration cannot double-count courses across concentrations. ## Courses - ACCT 211 — Principles of Accounting I - ACCT 212 — Principles of Accounting II - ACCT 370 — Microcomputers in Accounting - BLAW 305 — Business Law I: Legal Environment and Contract Law - BLAW 355 — Business Law II: Commercial and Financial Law - COMM 305 — Principles of Health Communication - ECON 201 — Principles of Microeconomics - ECON 202 — Principles of Macroeconomics - FIN 230 — Business Statistics I - FIN 350 — Introduction to Financial Management - FIN 353 — Healthcare Financial Management - MGMT 101 — Introduction to Business - MGMT 221 — Computer Concepts and Applications - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 333 — Conflict Resolution - MGMT 370 — Health Services Systems and Information - MGMT 372 — US Healthcare Delivery, Service, and Systems - MGMT 380 — Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship - MGMT 390 — Social Sustainability - MGMT 420 — Business Analytics and Technology - MGMT 422 — Production & Operations Management - MGMT 424 — Simulation of Industrial and Management Systems - MGMT 425 — Supply Chain Management - MGMT 426 — Strategic Sourcing and Logistics Management - MGMT 432 — Project Management - MGMT 435 — Quality Management - MGMT 440 — International Management - MGMT 450 — Diversity Management - MGMT 451 — Training & Development - MGMT 452 — Staffing Management - MGMT 453 — Compensation and Benefits - MGMT 454 — Labor Relations - MGMT 455 — Human Resource Management - MGMT 456 — Organizational Behavior and Theory - MGMT 457 — Interpersonal Skills - MGMT 458 — Project Management: Agile & Hybrid - MGMT 459 — Project Management: Advanced Integration & Capstone - MGMT 460 — Leadership and Team Management - MGMT 468 — Fieldwork in Business and Entrepreneurship - MGMT 470 — Long Term Care Administration - MGMT 471 — Managed Care - MGMT 472 — US Services, Programs, Issues & Trends in Healthcare - MGMT 473 — Practicum in Healthcare - MGMT 474 — Nursing Home Administrator Exam Preparation Course - MGMT 475 — Healthcare Administration - MGMT 492 — Business Policy - MGMT 495 — Senior Examination - MKTG 301 — Principles of Marketing - MKTG 442 — Creativity and Innovation - MKTG 461 — Entrepreneurial Marketing Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/management/management-bs/ --- # Management, Minor Note: Courses for the minor cannot be double-counted to meet the requirements of another major or minor. ## Courses - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 422 — Production & Operations Management - MGMT 440 — International Management - MGMT 455 — Human Resource Management - MGMT 492 — Business Policy Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/management/management-minor/ --- # Project Management Certificate **Certificate** Note: This certificate is not yet eligible for financial aid unless taken along with a financial aid-eligible program. It cannot be completed in one semester. ## Courses - MGMT 422 — Production & Operations Management - MGMT 425 — Supply Chain Management - MGMT 432 — Project Management - MGMT 435 — Quality Management - MGMT 450 — Diversity Management - MGMT 455 — Human Resource Management - MGMT 458 — Project Management: Agile & Hybrid - MGMT 459 — Project Management: Advanced Integration & Capstone - MGMT 460 — Leadership and Team Management - MGMT 475 — Healthcare Administration Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/management/project-management-cert/ --- # Project Management, Minor Note: Courses for the minor cannot be double-counted to meet the requirements of another major or minor. ## Courses - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 333 — Conflict Resolution - MGMT 432 — Project Management - MGMT 458 — Project Management: Agile & Hybrid - MGMT 459 — Project Management: Advanced Integration & Capstone - MGMT 460 — Leadership and Team Management Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/management/project-management-minor/ --- # Supply Chain Management, Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - MGMT 420 — Business Analytics and Technology - MGMT 422 — Production & Operations Management - MGMT 425 — Supply Chain Management - MGMT 426 — Strategic Sourcing and Logistics Management Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/management/supply-chain-management-certificate/ --- # Supply Chain Management, Minor Note: Courses for the minor cannot be double-counted to meet the requirements of another major or minor. ## Courses - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 420 — Business Analytics and Technology - MGMT 422 — Production & Operations Management - MGMT 424 — Simulation of Industrial and Management Systems - MGMT 425 — Supply Chain Management - MGMT 426 — Strategic Sourcing and Logistics Management Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/management/supply-chain-management-minor/ --- # Digital Marketing Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - MKTG 301 — Principles of Marketing - MKTG 450 — Digital Marketing Strategy - MKTG 452 — Social Media Marketing - MKTG 453 — Digital Marketing Analytics - MKTG 454 — Content Marketing - MKTG 456 — Search Engine Optimization Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/marketing/digital-marketing-cert/ --- # Marketing, BAS **Degree** In order to properly serve graduates from community colleges and technical schools, the marketing discipline offers a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) degree. The B.A.S. degree program in Marketing will provide opportunities for individuals who have completed Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) or Associate of Science (A.S.) degree programs to achieve a bachelor’s degree with somewhat reduced course requirements when compared to a student who has not achieved any of the two-year degrees or diplomas. ## Courses - ACCT 211 — Principles of Accounting I - ACCT 212 — Principles of Accounting II - BLAW 305 — Business Law I: Legal Environment and Contract Law - ECON 201 — Principles of Microeconomics - ECON 202 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ECON 470 — International Business & Economics - FIN 230 — Business Statistics I - FIN 350 — Introduction to Financial Management - MGMT 221 — Computer Concepts and Applications - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 422 — Production & Operations Management - MGMT 440 — International Management - MGMT 456 — Organizational Behavior and Theory - MGMT 460 — Leadership and Team Management - MKTG 301 — Principles of Marketing - MKTG 321 — Retail Management - MKTG 331 — Principles of Selling - MKTG 381 — Advertising Management - MKTG 411 — Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) - MKTG 421 — Business-to-Business Marketing - MKTG 431 — Sales Management - MKTG 441 — Marketing Research - MKTG 442 — Creativity and Innovation - MKTG 452 — Social Media Marketing - MKTG 461 — Entrepreneurial Marketing - MKTG 471 — International Marketing - MKTG 481 — Negotiation Strategies and Tactics - MKTG 491 — Strategic Marketing Management - MKTG 495 — Senior Examination Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/marketing/marketing-bas/ --- # Marketing, BS **Degree** ## Courses - ACCT 211 — Principles of Accounting I - ACCT 212 — Principles of Accounting II - BLAW 305 — Business Law I: Legal Environment and Contract Law - ECON 201 — Principles of Microeconomics - ECON 202 — Principles of Macroeconomics - ECON 470 — International Business & Economics - FIN 230 — Business Statistics I - FIN 350 — Introduction to Financial Management - MGMT 101 — Introduction to Business - MGMT 221 — Computer Concepts and Applications - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 440 — International Management - MKTG 301 — Principles of Marketing - MKTG 310 — Marketing Distribution Management - MKTG 321 — Retail Management - MKTG 331 — Principles of Selling - MKTG 351 — Introduction to Digital Marketing - MKTG 381 — Advertising Management - MKTG 411 — Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) - MKTG 421 — Business-to-Business Marketing - MKTG 431 — Sales Management - MKTG 441 — Marketing Research - MKTG 442 — Creativity and Innovation - MKTG 452 — Social Media Marketing - MKTG 453 — Digital Marketing Analytics - MKTG 455 — Mobile Marketing - MKTG 461 — Entrepreneurial Marketing - MKTG 471 — International Marketing - MKTG 481 — Negotiation Strategies and Tactics - MKTG 491 — Strategic Marketing Management - MKTG 495 — Senior Examination Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/marketing/marketing-bs/ --- # Marketing, Minor ## Courses - MKTG 301 — Principles of Marketing - MKTG 321 — Retail Management - MKTG 331 — Principles of Selling - MKTG 351 — Introduction to Digital Marketing - MKTG 381 — Advertising Management - MKTG 411 — Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) - MKTG 421 — Business-to-Business Marketing - MKTG 431 — Sales Management - MKTG 441 — Marketing Research - MKTG 452 — Social Media Marketing - MKTG 471 — International Marketing Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/marketing/marketing-minor/ --- # Applied Computational Mathematics, BS **Degree** ## Courses - COMP 164 — Essentials of Computer Science - COMP 164L — Essentials of Computer Science Lab - COMP 165 — Fundamentals of Programming - COMP 165L — Fundamentals of Programming Lab - COMP 306 — Object-Oriented Design & Programming - COMP 307 — C# Programming - COMP 324 — Design and Analysis of Algorithms - COMP 328 — Theory of Computation - ENG 360 — Scientific & Technical Writing - MATH 150 — Calculus I - MATH 151 — Calculus II - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics - MATH 252 — Calculus III - MATH 300 — Modern Geometry - MATH 320 — Foundations of Mathematics - MATH 325 — Combinatorics & Graph Theory - MATH 345 — Numerical Analysis - MATH 350 — Differential Equations - MATH 360 — Linear Algebra - MATH 386 — Special Topics in Mathematics - MATH 430 — Probability & Statistics - MATH 450 — Real Analysis - MATH 455 — Applied Mathematics - MATH 460 — Complex Analysis - MATH 480 — Mathematics Seminar - MATH 486 — Advanced Topics in Mathematics Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/mathematics/applied-computational-mathematics-bs/ --- # Data Science, BS **Degree** Two courses from one discipline other than MATH, COMP, or DATA, excluding ENG 251 and ENG 360. ## Courses - COMP 165 — Fundamentals of Programming - COMP 165L — Fundamentals of Programming Lab - COMP 368 — Database Management Systems - DATA 100 — Introduction to Data Science - DATA 250 — Computational Data Science - DATA 434 — Machine Learning I - DATA 435 — Predictive Analytics & Modeling - DATA 468 — Big Data Analytics - DATA 495 — Senior Capstone - ENG 251 — Writing in Professions - ENG 360 — Scientific & Technical Writing - MATH 150 — Calculus I - MATH 151 — Calculus II - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics - MATH 202 — Statistical Programming in R - MATH 320 — Foundations of Mathematics - MATH 325 — Combinatorics & Graph Theory - MATH 360 — Linear Algebra - MATH 430 — Probability & Statistics Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/mathematics/data-science-bs/ --- # Data Science, Minor Computer Science majors are required to take both COMP 368 and DATA 468 to complete the Data Science minor. COMP 368 is required for all others in the Data Science Minor and DATA 468 is elective. ## Courses - COMP 165 — Fundamentals of Programming - COMP 165L — Fundamentals of Programming Lab - COMP 368 — Database Management Systems - DATA 100 — Introduction to Data Science - DATA 250 — Computational Data Science - DATA 468 — Big Data Analytics - MATH 150 — Calculus I - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics - MATH 202 — Statistical Programming in R Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/mathematics/data-science-minor/ --- # Mathematics, BA **Degree** ## Courses - ENG 360 — Scientific & Technical Writing - MATH 150 — Calculus I - MATH 151 — Calculus II - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics - MATH 252 — Calculus III - MATH 320 — Foundations of Mathematics - MATH 350 — Differential Equations - MATH 360 — Linear Algebra - MATH 440 — Abstract Algebra - MATH 450 — Real Analysis - MATH 455 — Applied Mathematics - MATH 460 — Complex Analysis - MATH 480 — Mathematics Seminar Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/mathematics/mathematics-ba/ --- # Mathematics Education, BS **Degree** ## Courses - MATH 150 — Calculus I - MATH 151 — Calculus II - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics - MATH 252 — Calculus III - MATH 300 — Modern Geometry - MATH 320 — Foundations of Mathematics - MATH 325 — Combinatorics & Graph Theory - MATH 350 — Differential Equations - MATH 360 — Linear Algebra - MATH 440 — Abstract Algebra - MATH 450 — Real Analysis - MATH 455 — Applied Mathematics - MATH 460 — Complex Analysis - MATH 480 — Mathematics Seminar Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/mathematics/mathematics-education-bs/ --- # Mathematics, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - MATH 510 — Advanced Number Theory - MATH 530 — Statistics - MATH 545 — Advanced Geometry - MATH 550 — Real Analysis Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/mathematics/mathematics-graduate-certificate/ --- # Mathematics, Minor (Non-Teaching) ## Courses - MATH 150 — Calculus I - MATH 151 — Calculus II - MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics - MATH 252 — Calculus III - MATH 350 — Differential Equations Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/mathematics/mathematics-minor/ --- # MBA, Accounting ## Courses - ACCT 513 — Cost Accounting - ACCT 514 — Federal Tax I - ACCT 516 — Intermediate Accounting for MBA - ACCT 521 — Auditing - MBA 606 — Accounting for Managers - MBA 607 — Strategic Marketing Management - MBA 609 — Management of Production and Operations - MBA 660 — Legal and Ethical Environment of Management - MBA 670 — Corporate Finance for Managers - MBA 681 — International Business & Leadership - MBA 684 — Managerial Economics - MBA 685 — Strategic Management and Policy Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/mba/accounting-concentration/ --- # MBA, Corporate Finance ## Courses - FIN 515 — Financial Statement Analysis - FIN 520 — Financial Institutions Management - FIN 525 — Investment and Portfolio Analysis - FIN 528 — Financial Modeling - MBA 606 — Accounting for Managers - MBA 607 — Strategic Marketing Management - MBA 609 — Management of Production and Operations - MBA 660 — Legal and Ethical Environment of Management - MBA 670 — Corporate Finance for Managers - MBA 681 — International Business & Leadership - MBA 684 — Managerial Economics - MBA 685 — Strategic Management and Policy Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/mba/corporate-finance-concentration/ --- # MBA, Cybersecurity Concentration ## Courses - CYBR 500 — Introduction to Information Security - CYBR 510 — Cybersecurity Law and Policies - CYBR 520 — Computer System Security - CYBR 530 — Internet Security - MBA 606 — Accounting for Managers - MBA 607 — Strategic Marketing Management - MBA 609 — Management of Production and Operations - MBA 660 — Legal and Ethical Environment of Management - MBA 670 — Corporate Finance for Managers - MBA 681 — International Business & Leadership - MBA 684 — Managerial Economics - MBA 685 — Strategic Management and Policy Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/mba/cybersecurity-concentration/ --- # MBA, Entrepreneurship Concentration ## Courses - MBA 568 — Fieldwork in Business and Entrepreneurship - MBA 590 — Social Entrepreneurship - MBA 606 — Accounting for Managers - MBA 607 — Strategic Marketing Management - MBA 609 — Management of Production and Operations - MBA 660 — Legal and Ethical Environment of Management - MBA 670 — Corporate Finance for Managers - MBA 680 — Technology Management - MBA 681 — International Business & Leadership - MBA 684 — Managerial Economics - MBA 685 — Strategic Management and Policy - MGMT 560 — Leadership and Team Management - MKTG 511 — Integrated Marketing Communications - MKTG 521 — Business to Business Marketing - MKTG 553 — Digital Marketing Analytics - MKTG 561 — Entrepreneurial Marketing Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/mba/entrepreneurship-concentration/ --- # MBA, General Concentration ## Courses - MBA 526 — Strategic Sourcing and Logistics Management - MBA 527 — Transportation and Logistics Management - MBA 568 — Fieldwork in Business and Entrepreneurship - MBA 606 — Accounting for Managers - MBA 607 — Strategic Marketing Management - MBA 609 — Management of Production and Operations - MBA 620 — Negotiation & Mediation: Agreements in Law & Business - MBA 630 — Application of Management Decision Instruments - MBA 652 — Organization Development & Change Management - MBA 660 — Legal and Ethical Environment of Management - MBA 670 — Corporate Finance for Managers - MBA 680 — Technology Management - MBA 681 — International Business & Leadership - MBA 684 — Managerial Economics - MBA 685 — Strategic Management and Policy - MBA 686 — Seminar in Management Issues Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/mba/general-concentration/ --- # MBA, Healthcare Administration Concentration ## Courses - MBA 606 — Accounting for Managers - MBA 607 — Strategic Marketing Management - MBA 609 — Management of Production and Operations - MBA 652 — Organization Development & Change Management - MBA 660 — Legal and Ethical Environment of Management - MBA 670 — Corporate Finance for Managers - MBA 681 — International Business & Leadership - MBA 684 — Managerial Economics - MBA 685 — Strategic Management and Policy - MGMT 550 — Diversity Management - MGMT 564 — Labor Relations - MGMT 570 — Long Term Care Administration - MGMT 571 — Managed Care - MGMT 572 — US Services, Programs, Issues & Trends in Healthcare - MGMT 575 — Healthcare Administration Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/mba/healthcare-admin-concentration/ --- # MBA, Hospitality Concentration ## Courses - MBA 501 — Sales & Convention Management - MBA 510 — Beverage Management - MBA 520 — Hospitality Revenue Management - MBA 525 — Applied Hospitality Service Management - MBA 530 — Hotel/Resort Management Seminar - MBA 606 — Accounting for Managers - MBA 607 — Strategic Marketing Management - MBA 609 — Management of Production and Operations - MBA 660 — Legal and Ethical Environment of Management - MBA 670 — Corporate Finance for Managers - MBA 681 — International Business & Leadership - MBA 684 — Managerial Economics - MBA 685 — Strategic Management and Policy Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/mba/hospitality-concentration/ --- # MBA, Human Resource Management Concentration ## Courses - MBA 606 — Accounting for Managers - MBA 607 — Strategic Marketing Management - MBA 609 — Management of Production and Operations - MBA 660 — Legal and Ethical Environment of Management - MBA 670 — Corporate Finance for Managers - MBA 681 — International Business & Leadership - MBA 684 — Managerial Economics - MBA 685 — Strategic Management and Policy - MGMT 550 — Diversity Management - MGMT 551 — Training and Development - MGMT 552 — Staffing Management - MGMT 553 — Compensation and Benefits - MGMT 555 — Human Resource Management - MGMT 564 — Labor Relations Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/mba/human-resource-mgmt-concentration/ --- # MBA, International Business Management Concentration ## Courses - MBA 512 — International Business Practices - MBA 606 — Accounting for Managers - MBA 607 — Strategic Marketing Management - MBA 609 — Management of Production and Operations - MBA 620 — Negotiation & Mediation: Agreements in Law & Business - MBA 660 — Legal and Ethical Environment of Management - MBA 670 — Corporate Finance for Managers - MBA 681 — International Business & Leadership - MBA 684 — Managerial Economics - MBA 685 — Strategic Management and Policy - MGMT 550 — Diversity Management - MGMT 556 — Organization Behavior and Theory - MGMT 560 — Leadership and Team Management Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/mba/international-business-management-concentration/ --- # MBA, Organizational Leadership Concentration ## Courses - MBA 606 — Accounting for Managers - MBA 607 — Strategic Marketing Management - MBA 609 — Management of Production and Operations - MBA 620 — Negotiation & Mediation: Agreements in Law & Business - MBA 652 — Organization Development & Change Management - MBA 660 — Legal and Ethical Environment of Management - MBA 670 — Corporate Finance for Managers - MBA 680 — Technology Management - MBA 681 — International Business & Leadership - MBA 684 — Managerial Economics - MBA 685 — Strategic Management and Policy - MBA 686 — Seminar in Management Issues - MGMT 532 — Project Management - MGMT 550 — Diversity Management - MGMT 555 — Human Resource Management - MGMT 556 — Organization Behavior and Theory - MGMT 557 — Interpersonal and Managerial Skills in Organizations - MGMT 560 — Leadership and Team Management - MGMT 564 — Labor Relations Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/mba/leadership-concentration/ --- # MBA, Marketing Concentration ## Courses - MBA 606 — Accounting for Managers - MBA 607 — Strategic Marketing Management - MBA 609 — Management of Production and Operations - MBA 620 — Negotiation & Mediation: Agreements in Law & Business - MBA 660 — Legal and Ethical Environment of Management - MBA 670 — Corporate Finance for Managers - MBA 681 — International Business & Leadership - MBA 684 — Managerial Economics - MBA 685 — Strategic Management and Policy - MKTG 511 — Integrated Marketing Communications - MKTG 521 — Business to Business Marketing - MKTG 531 — Sales Management - MKTG 541 — Marketing Research - MKTG 553 — Digital Marketing Analytics - MKTG 554 — Content Marketing - MKTG 555 — Mobile Marketing - MKTG 561 — Entrepreneurial Marketing - MKTG 590 — Consumer Behavior Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/mba/marketing-concentration/ --- # MBA, Project Management ## Courses - MBA 606 — Accounting for Managers - MBA 607 — Strategic Marketing Management - MBA 609 — Management of Production and Operations - MBA 660 — Legal and Ethical Environment of Management - MBA 670 — Corporate Finance for Managers - MBA 681 — International Business & Leadership - MBA 684 — Managerial Economics - MBA 685 — Strategic Management and Policy - MGMT 532 — Project Management - MGMT 558 — Project Management: Agile and Hybrid - MGMT 559 — Project Management: Advanced Integration and Capstone - MGMT 560 — Leadership and Team Management Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/mba/project-management-concentration/ --- # MBA, Supply Chain Management ## Courses - MBA 526 — Strategic Sourcing and Logistics Management - MBA 527 — Transportation and Logistics Management - MBA 606 — Accounting for Managers - MBA 607 — Strategic Marketing Management - MBA 609 — Management of Production and Operations - MBA 660 — Legal and Ethical Environment of Management - MBA 670 — Corporate Finance for Managers - MBA 681 — International Business & Leadership - MBA 684 — Managerial Economics - MBA 685 — Strategic Management and Policy - MGMT 520 — Business Analytics & Technology - MGMT 525 — Supply Chain Management - MGMT 532 — Project Management - MGMT 535 — Quality Management Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/mba/supply-chain-concentration/ --- # Music, BA (with Emphasis in Management) **Degree** Degree candidates need 6 credits of major ensemble for graduation, but are also required to be in a major ensemble every semester while at SMSU except during internships. ## Courses - ACCT 211 — Principles of Accounting I - ACCT 212 — Principles of Accounting II - BLAW 305 — Business Law I: Legal Environment and Contract Law - COMM 210 — Introduction to Public Relations - ECON 201 — Principles of Microeconomics - ECON 202 — Principles of Macroeconomics - FIN 230 — Business Statistics I - FIN 350 — Introduction to Financial Management - MGMT 101 — Introduction to Business - MGMT 221 — Computer Concepts and Applications - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 422 — Production & Operations Management - MGMT 425 — Supply Chain Management - MGMT 432 — Project Management - MGMT 435 — Quality Management - MGMT 455 — Human Resource Management - MGMT 495 — Senior Examination - MGMT 499 — Management Internship - MKTG 301 — Principles of Marketing - MKTG 321 — Retail Management - MKTG 461 — Entrepreneurial Marketing - MUS 101 — Survey of World Music - MUS 102 — American Music - MUS 104 — Popular Music - MUS 110 — Public Performance Studies - MUS 160 — Piano Competency, Minor Level - MUS 170 — Foundations of Aural Theory - MUS 172 — Music Theory I - MUS 174 — Music Theory II - MUS 174L — Music Theory Lab II - MUS 272 — Music Theory III - MUS 272L — Music Theory Lab III - MUS 274 — Chromatic, Post-Tonal, & 20th Century Theory - MUS 274L — Chromatic, Post-Tonal, & 20th Century Theory Lab - MUS 300 — Junior Proficiency Exam, Vocal - MUS 301 — Junior Proficiency Exam, Instrumental - MUS 303 — Junior Proficiency Exam, Keyboard - MUS 333 — Jazz Band - MUS 335 — Symphonic Chamber Winds - MUS 337 — Southwest Minnesota Orchestra - MUS 355 — Chorale - MUS 370 — Form and Analysis - MUS 381 — Music History: Medieval through Baroque - MUS 382 — Music History: Classic-20th Century - MUS 392 — Elementary School Music Methods and Materials Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/music/music-ba-emphasis-management/ --- # Music, BA (with Specialized Music Emphases) **Degree** Degree candidates need 6 credits of major ensemble for graduation but are also required to be in a major ensemble every semester while at SMSU. ## Courses - MUS 101 — Survey of World Music - MUS 102 — American Music - MUS 104 — Popular Music - MUS 110 — Public Performance Studies - MUS 160 — Piano Competency, Minor Level - MUS 170 — Foundations of Aural Theory - MUS 172 — Music Theory I - MUS 174 — Music Theory II - MUS 174L — Music Theory Lab II - MUS 251 — Applied Voice, Lower Division - MUS 260 — Piano Competency, Major Level - MUS 261 — Applied Piano, Lower Division - MUS 263 — Applied Harpsichord, Lower Division - MUS 272 — Music Theory III - MUS 272L — Music Theory Lab III - MUS 274 — Chromatic, Post-Tonal, & 20th Century Theory - MUS 274L — Chromatic, Post-Tonal, & 20th Century Theory Lab - MUS 300 — Junior Proficiency Exam, Vocal - MUS 301 — Junior Proficiency Exam, Instrumental - MUS 302 — Junior Proficiency Exam, Composition - MUS 303 — Junior Proficiency Exam, Keyboard - MUS 318 — Applied Brass Methods - MUS 327 — Applied Improvisation - MUS 328 — Applied Woodwind Methods - MUS 330 — Applied Percussion Methods - MUS 333 — Jazz Band - MUS 335 — Symphonic Chamber Winds - MUS 337 — Southwest Minnesota Orchestra - MUS 348 — Applied String Methods - MUS 351 — Applied Voice, Upper Division - MUS 355 — Chorale - MUS 361 — Applied Piano, Upper Division - MUS 366 — Conducting - MUS 370 — Form and Analysis - MUS 373 — Applied Counterpoint - MUS 375 — Applied Composition - MUS 377 — Orchestration & Choral Arranging - MUS 381 — Music History: Medieval through Baroque - MUS 382 — Music History: Classic-20th Century - MUS 392 — Elementary School Music Methods and Materials - MUS 396 — Junior Vocal Recital - MUS 397 — Junior Instrumental Recital - MUS 399 — Junior Keyboard Recital - MUS 454 — Vocal Pedagogy - MUS 455 — Vocal Diction for Singers - MUS 456 — Choral and Vocal Literature - MUS 460 — Applied Piano Teaching Methods - MUS 462 — Piano Laboratory Methods - MUS 466 — Applied Piano Literature - MUS 468 — Piano Pedagogy Workshop - MUS 494 — Independent Study - MUS 496 — Senior Vocal Recital - MUS 497 — Senior Instrumental Recital - MUS 498 — Senior Composition Recital - MUS 499 — Senior Keyboard Recital Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/music/music-ba-specialized-emphases/ --- # Music Education, BS **Degree** Because of the frequently changing state requirements in the field of education, please note the following: While you are assured of being able to graduate by fulfilling the requirements listed in the catalog when the major is declared, the latest requirements at the time of graduation must be fulfilled for teacher certification in Minnesota. ## Courses - MUS 101 — Survey of World Music - MUS 110 — Public Performance Studies - MUS 140 — Guitar Proficiency Class - MUS 170 — Foundations of Aural Theory - MUS 172 — Music Theory I - MUS 174 — Music Theory II - MUS 174L — Music Theory Lab II - MUS 251 — Applied Voice, Lower Division - MUS 260 — Piano Competency, Major Level - MUS 261 — Applied Piano, Lower Division - MUS 272 — Music Theory III - MUS 272L — Music Theory Lab III - MUS 274 — Chromatic, Post-Tonal, & 20th Century Theory - MUS 274L — Chromatic, Post-Tonal, & 20th Century Theory Lab - MUS 300 — Junior Proficiency Exam, Vocal - MUS 301 — Junior Proficiency Exam, Instrumental - MUS 303 — Junior Proficiency Exam, Keyboard - MUS 308 — Instrumental Methods - MUS 333 — Jazz Band - MUS 335 — Symphonic Chamber Winds - MUS 337 — Southwest Minnesota Orchestra - MUS 351 — Applied Voice, Upper Division - MUS 352 — Vocal Ensemble - MUS 355 — Chorale - MUS 366 — Conducting - MUS 370 — Form and Analysis - MUS 377 — Orchestration & Choral Arranging - MUS 381 — Music History: Medieval through Baroque - MUS 382 — Music History: Classic-20th Century - MUS 392 — Elementary School Music Methods and Materials - MUS 393 — Secondary Ensemble & Classroom Methods - MUS 408 — Advanced Instrumental Methods - MUS 454 — Vocal Pedagogy - MUS 455 — Vocal Diction for Singers - MUS 456 — Choral and Vocal Literature - MUS 476 — Applied Choral Conducting - MUS 477 — Applied Instrumental Conducting - MUS 493 — Senior Dual Area Recital (Instrumental and Vocal) - MUS 496 — Senior Vocal Recital - MUS 497 — Senior Instrumental Recital Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/music/music-education-bs/ --- # Music, Minor For acceptance into the Music minor program, all Music minors should contact a music faculty member for specific information. ## Courses - MUS 110 — Public Performance Studies - MUS 160 — Piano Competency, Minor Level - MUS 170 — Foundations of Aural Theory - MUS 172 — Music Theory I - MUS 174 — Music Theory II - MUS 174L — Music Theory Lab II - MUS 333 — Jazz Band - MUS 335 — Symphonic Chamber Winds - MUS 337 — Southwest Minnesota Orchestra - MUS 355 — Chorale - MUS 381 — Music History: Medieval through Baroque - MUS 382 — Music History: Classic-20th Century Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/music/music-minor/ --- # Nursing, BSN Our RN to BSN program is designed for working RNs. Students in the RN to BSN program will develop leadership and management skills, as well as, critical thinking skills needed as they advance in their career path. Students will be able to register to be a Public Health Nurse with the Minnesota Board of Nursing upon completion of the RN to BSN Program. ## Courses - NURS 300 — Transitions to Baccalaureate Nursing - NURS 310 — Transcultural Nursing - NURS 320 — Chronic Illness in Rural Settings - NURS 360 — Pathophysiology - NURS 390 — Evidence-Based Practice - NURS 400 — Prevention and Population Health - NURS 410 — Public/Community Health Experiential Nursing Learning Seminar - NURS 420 — Healthcare Policy and Informatics - NURS 434 — Care of the Rural Population - NURS 435 — Clinical Reasoning and Judgment - NURS 437 — Mental Health Nursing - NURS 440 — Organizational & System Leadership - NURS 450 — Nursing Capstone Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/nursing/nursing-bs/ --- # Nursing, MSN - Nurse Educator Elective credit must be graduate level at 600 or higher level, specific to the role of the nurse educator or nursing and approved by academic advisor or graduate director. ## Courses - NURS 600 — Transitions to Graduate Nursing Practice - NURS 620 — Holistic Nursing Approaches to Self-Care and Health Promotion - NURS 624 — Advanced Health Assessment and Pathophysiology - NURS 628 — Advanced Principles of Pharmacology - NURS 630 — Advanced Global & Societal Health Nursing - NURS 638 — Advanced Evidence-Based Practice and Applied Analysis in Nursing - NURS 640 — Advanced Leadership and Continuous Quality Improvement - NURS 650 — Education Theory and Practice for Nurse Educators - NURS 654 — Instructional Technologies in the Nurse Educator Role - NURS 658 — Culturally Responsive Teaching in Nursing Education - NURS 660 — Curriculum Development, Assessment/Quality Improvement/Evaluation - NURS 664 — Nurse Educator Capstone Project Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/nursing/nursing-msn/ --- # Philosophy, BA **Degree** PHIL 286 Topics in Philosophy (1-4 cr.) , PHIL 486 Topics in Philosophy (1-4 cr.) , PHIL 386 Studies in Philosophy (3 cr.) , and PHIL 494 Independent Study (1-4 cr.) may be repeated. ## Courses - HIST 301 — Historiography - HIST 351 — Origins of Islamic Civilization - HUMT 230 — World Religions - INDS 310 — Indigenous World View - LIT 250 — Critical Approaches to Literature - PHIL 103 — Ethics - PHIL 286 — Topics in Philosophy - PHIL 330 — History of Philosophy: Ethics - PHIL 331 — History of Philosophy: Social & Political Philosophy - PHIL 340 — Logic - PHIL 386 — Studies in Philosophy - PHIL 432 — History of Philosophy: Knowledge and Reality - PHIL 486 — Topics in Philosophy - PHIL 494 — Independent Study Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/philosophy/philosophy-ba/ --- # Philosophy, Minor ## Courses - HIST 301 — Historiography - HIST 351 — Origins of Islamic Civilization - HUMT 230 — World Religions - INDS 310 — Indigenous World View - LIT 250 — Critical Approaches to Literature - PHIL 103 — Ethics - PHIL 330 — History of Philosophy: Ethics - PHIL 331 — History of Philosophy: Social & Political Philosophy - PHIL 340 — Logic - PHIL 432 — History of Philosophy: Knowledge and Reality Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/philosophy/philosophy-minor/ --- # Physical Education, MS - Coaching of Sport PE 607 and PE 612 may be taken for 1 or 2 credits. If taken for 1 credit, the course must be taken a second time for a total of 2 credits. ## Courses - PE 601 — Philosophy & Ethics in Coaching - PE 602 — Research Foundation in Sport: Methods, Statistics, and Analysis - PE 603 — Sports Skills, Tactics, and Evaluation in Coaching - PE 604 — Educational Principles in Coaching - PE 605 — Physical Preparation and Conditioning - PE 606 — Sport Safety and Injury Prevention - PE 607 — Advanced Practicum in Coaching I - PE 608 — Organization, Administration and Marketing of Sport - PE 609 — Psychology of Athletic Performance - PE 610 — Legal Aspects of Sport for Coaches - PE 611 — Portfolio Capstone - PE 612 — Advanced Practicum in Coaching II Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/physical-education-coaching-sport-graduate/physical-education-ms-coaching-sport/ --- # Adapted Physical Activity, Minor This minor provides an option for students in the Wellness & Human Performance Department who are not enrolled in Physical Education-Teaching or DAPE. Sports Management, Recreation and Exercise Science students may be interested in this minor. This minor would be beneficial to those concerning marketability and enhancing their programming capabilities. ## Courses - PE 210 — Introduction to Adapted Physical Education & LAB - PE 300 — Recreation Diversity & Leadership - PE 390 — Organization & Administration of Athletics & Physical Education - PE 393 — Adapted Practicum I - PE 481 — Adapted Physical Education Methods & LAB - SPED 290 — Introduction to Special Needs and Lab - SPED 460 — Positive Behavior Support in Special Education Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/physical-education/adapted-physical-activity-minor/ --- # Adapted Physical Education/DAPE, Minor Students receiving this licensure have met the requirements necessary for a minor in this area at SMSU. DAPE is only recognized by the State of Minnesota. This minor would enhance their marketability in other states and lead them on the path for an Adapted PE Specialist status. ## Courses - ED 430 — Reading in the Content Areas - EXSC 100 — Anatomical Kinesiology - EXSC 100L — Anatomical Kinesiology Lab - EXSC 400 — Motor Learning & Development - PE 210 — Introduction to Adapted Physical Education & LAB - PE 220 — Curriculum and Instruction in Physical Education - PE 481 — Adapted Physical Education Methods & LAB - PE 498 — Adapted Practicum - SPED 290 — Introduction to Special Needs and Lab - SPED 450 — Curriculum Design & Implementation in Special Education - SPED 460 — Positive Behavior Support in Special Education - SPED 470 — Collaboration in Educational Settings - SPED 480 — Procedural Safeguards in Special Education Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/physical-education/adapted-physical-education-dape-minor/ --- # Coaching, Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - HLTH 110 — First Aid and Safety/CPR - PE 301L — Theory of Coaching Lab - PE 330 — Theory of Coaching of Baseball - PE 331 — Theory of Coaching of Basketball - PE 333 — Theory of Coaching Swimming & Diving - PE 334 — Theory of Coaching of Football - PE 335 — Theory of Coaching/Teaching Strength and Conditioning; - PE 336 — Theory of Coaching of Softball - PE 337 — Theory of Coaching of Volleyball - PE 338 — Theory of Coaching of Soccer - PE 348 — Theory of Coaching of Track & Field - PE 350 — Theory of Coaching of Wrestling - PE 392 — Prevention & Care of Athletic Injuries - PE 482 — Practicum in Coaching Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/physical-education/coaching-certificate/ --- # Coaching, Minor ## Courses - EXSC 225 — Nutrition - HLTH 110 — First Aid and Safety/CPR - PE 301L — Theory of Coaching Lab - PE 330 — Theory of Coaching of Baseball - PE 331 — Theory of Coaching of Basketball - PE 333 — Theory of Coaching Swimming & Diving - PE 334 — Theory of Coaching of Football - PE 335 — Theory of Coaching/Teaching Strength and Conditioning; - PE 336 — Theory of Coaching of Softball - PE 337 — Theory of Coaching of Volleyball - PE 338 — Theory of Coaching of Soccer - PE 348 — Theory of Coaching of Track & Field - PE 350 — Theory of Coaching of Wrestling - PE 392 — Prevention & Care of Athletic Injuries - PE 482 — Practicum in Coaching - PE 488 — Legal Aspects of Recreation & Sport - PSYC 301 — Sport & Performance Psychology Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/physical-education/coaching-minor/ --- # Health Education, BS **Degree** By the end of the sophomore year, the student should get the application packet from the Education Department. The student must also fulfill the K-12 professional education requirements; please see the Education Department for current requirements. ## Courses - BIOL 150 — Physiological Anatomy for Non-science Majors - BIOL 150L — Physiological Anatomy for Non-science Majors Lab - BIOL 305 — Human Anatomy & Physiology I - BIOL 305L — Human Anatomy & Physiology I Lab - ED 101 — Introduction to Education and LAB - ED 102 — Educational Technology - ED 301 — The Teaching & Learning Process & Lab - ED 304 — Pre-Student Teaching Experience for Secondary Educators - ED 430 — Reading in the Content Areas - HLTH 100 — Personal Health & Wellness - HLTH 110 — First Aid and Safety/CPR - HLTH 225 — Alcohol, Narcotics, & Tobacco - HLTH 340 — School Health and Human Sexuality - HLTH 370 — Community Health and Health Promotion - HLTH 492 — Organization and Application of Health Education: 5-12 - PE 101 — Introduction to Health and Physical Education - PE 108 — Technology in Physical Education - PE 220 — Curriculum and Instruction in Physical Education - PSYC 341 — Child & Adolescent Psychology - SOCI 331 — Racial & Ethnic Relations - SPED 290 — Introduction to Special Needs and Lab Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/physical-education/health-education-bs/ --- # Physical Education, BS **Degree** ## Courses - ACCT 211 — Principles of Accounting I - ACCT 212 — Principles of Accounting II - ECON 201 — Principles of Microeconomics - EXSC 100 — Anatomical Kinesiology - EXSC 100L — Anatomical Kinesiology Lab - EXSC 300 — Biomechanics of Human Motion - EXSC 350 — Exercise Physiology - EXSC 350L — Exercise Physiology Lab - EXSC 400 — Motor Learning & Development - FIN 350 — Introduction to Financial Management - HLTH 110 — First Aid and Safety/CPR - HLTH 370 — Community Health and Health Promotion - MGMT 101 — Introduction to Business - MGMT 221 — Computer Concepts and Applications - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MKTG 301 — Principles of Marketing - PE 101 — Introduction to Health and Physical Education - PE 105 — Camping and Canoeing - PE 106 — Winter Ice and Snow Sports - PE 108 — Technology in Physical Education - PE 200 — Recreational Sports & Games - PE 249 — Physical Fitness Concept - PE 300 — Recreation Diversity & Leadership - PE 360 — Introduction to Recreation, Parks, and Community Education - PE 362 — Recreational Aquatics - PE 400 — Recreation Program Planning - PE 478 — Recreation & Sports Mgmt - PE 484 — Planning Facilities for Physical Activities - PE 488 — Legal Aspects of Recreation & Sport - PE 489 — Sports Marketing, Sales, and Promotions - PE 490 — Field Practicum - PE 497 — Senior Seminar - PE 499 — Professional Practicum - PSYC 301 — Sport & Performance Psychology - SOCI 220 — Social Problems - SOCI 331 — Racial & Ethnic Relations Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/physical-education/physical-education-bs-recreation-emphasis/ --- # Physical Education, BS - Teaching **Degree** By the end of the sophomore year, the student should get the application packet from the Education Department. The student must also fulfill the K-12 professional education requirements; please see the Education Department for current requirements. ## Courses - BIOL 150 — Physiological Anatomy for Non-science Majors - BIOL 150L — Physiological Anatomy for Non-science Majors Lab - BIOL 305 — Human Anatomy & Physiology I - BIOL 305L — Human Anatomy & Physiology I Lab - EXSC 100 — Anatomical Kinesiology - EXSC 100L — Anatomical Kinesiology Lab - EXSC 300 — Biomechanics of Human Motion - EXSC 350 — Exercise Physiology - EXSC 350L — Exercise Physiology Lab - EXSC 400 — Motor Learning & Development - HLTH 110 — First Aid and Safety/CPR - HLTH 225 — Alcohol, Narcotics, & Tobacco - PE 101 — Introduction to Health and Physical Education - PE 108 — Technology in Physical Education - PE 122 — Lifetime Activities I - PE 123 — Lifetime Activities II - PE 144 — Golf - PE 156 — Adventure Ropes - PE 220 — Curriculum and Instruction in Physical Education - PE 387 — Rhythm and Dance Fundamentals - PE 401 — K-12 Physical Education Methods & Lab - PE 481 — Adapted Physical Education Methods & LAB Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/physical-education/physical-education-bs-teaching/ --- # Physical Education and Health, BS - Teaching **Degree** Completion of HLTH 110 First Aid and Safety/CPR or completion of a First Aid and Safety/CPR training is required for licensure. ## Courses - ED 101 — Introduction to Education and LAB - ED 102 — Educational Technology - ED 251 — Child and Adolescent Growth and Development - ED 301 — The Teaching & Learning Process & Lab - ED 304 — Pre-Student Teaching Experience for Secondary Educators - ED 312 — Human Relations and Diversity in Education - ED 430 — Reading in the Content Areas - ED 466 — Student Teaching: Secondary or K-12 Education - ED 473 — Teacher Licensure - HLTH 100 — Personal Health & Wellness - HLTH 110 — First Aid and Safety/CPR - HLTH 340 — School Health and Human Sexuality - HLTH 370 — Community Health and Health Promotion - HLTH 492 — Organization and Application of Health Education: 5-12 - PE 122 — Lifetime Activities I - PE 123 — Lifetime Activities II - PE 144 — Golf - PE 210 — Introduction to Adapted Physical Education & LAB - PE 220 — Curriculum and Instruction in Physical Education - PE 305 — Applied Motor Learning and Development - PE 335 — Theory of Coaching/Teaching Strength and Conditioning; - PE 387 — Rhythm and Dance Fundamentals - PE 401 — K-12 Physical Education Methods & Lab - PE 481 — Adapted Physical Education Methods & LAB - PE 498 — Adapted Practicum - SPED 290 — Introduction to Special Needs and Lab - SPED 470 — Collaboration in Educational Settings - TESL 431 — Foundations of Teaching Multilingual Learners & LAB Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/physical-education/physical-health-education-bs-teaching/ --- # Physics, Minor ## Courses - MATH 150 — Calculus I - MATH 151 — Calculus II - PHYS 181 — University Physics I - PHYS 181L — University Physics I Lab - PHYS 182 — University Physics II - PHYS 182L — University Physics II Lab - PHYS 291 — Modern Physics - PHYS 351 — Advanced Lab I - PHYS 391 — Classical Mechanics - PHYS 392 — Electricity & Magnetism - PHYS 491 — Quantum Mechanics - PHYS 492 — Thermal & Statistical Physics Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/physics/physics-minor/ --- # Political Science, BA **Degree** ## Courses - POL 200 — International Relations - POL 217 — Global Politics - POL 220 — American National Government - POL 221 — State Government - POL 227 — Courts and the Law - POL 252 — Comparative Politics - POL 300 — Political Research Methods - POL 328 — Constitutional Law - POL 351 — Civil Liberties - POL 355 — World Political Geography - POL 415 — Law & Society - POL 422 — American Political Thought - POL 424 — Local Politics - POL 426 — Regulatory Law - POL 430 — The U.S. Supreme Court - POL 440 — Public Administration - POL 455 — International Law - POL 490 — Senior Seminar Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/political-science/political-science-ba/ --- # Political Science, Minor ## Courses - POL 217 — Global Politics - POL 220 — American National Government Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/political-science/political-science-minor/ --- # Public Administration, Minor ## Courses - ECON 351 — Public Budgeting and Finance - ECON 380 — Public Finance - MGMT 300 — Management Principles - MGMT 455 — Human Resource Management - MGMT 456 — Organizational Behavior and Theory - POL 221 — State Government - POL 424 — Local Politics - POL 426 — Regulatory Law - POL 440 — Public Administration Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/political-science/public-administration-minor/ --- # Community Psychology and Health Promotion, BA **Degree** Restrictions: Students completing both Psychology and the Community Psychology and Health Promotion majors must have a minimum of 12 credits of unique coursework in each major. Only 9 credits from the Community Psychology and Health Promotion major can count toward a minor in Psychology. Consult with advisor. ## Courses - COMM 260 — Media Writing - COMM 305 — Principles of Health Communication - ENG 351 — Writing in Medical & Health Professions - ENG 360 — Scientific & Technical Writing - EXSC 380 — Community and Corporate Wellness and Health Promotion - HIST 359 — African-American History:1500 to the Present - HLTH 370 — Community Health and Health Promotion - INDS 217 — Indigenous Peoples of the Upper Midwest - MGMT 333 — Conflict Resolution - MGMT 450 — Diversity Management - MGMT 454 — Labor Relations - PE 300 — Recreation Diversity & Leadership - PE 360 — Introduction to Recreation, Parks, and Community Education - PHIL 303 — Ethical Issues in Professional Life - POL 440 — Public Administration - PSYC 101 — General Psychology - PSYC 120 — Introduction to Community Psychology - PSYC 200 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences - PSYC 200L — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences Lab - PSYC 235 — Abnormal Psychology - PSYC 260 — Developmental Psychology - PSYC 339 — Positive Psychology - PSYC 341 — Child & Adolescent Psychology - PSYC 343 — Adult Development & Aging - PSYC 360 — Cross-Cultural Psychology - PSYC 399 — Pre-Field Experience in Psychology - PSYC 400 — Field Experience in Psychology - PSYC 440 — Advanced Health Psychology - SOCI 220 — Social Problems - SOCI 310 — Sociology of Aging - SOCI 331 — Racial & Ethnic Relations - SWRK 280 — Substance Abuse & Other Addictive Behaviors - SWRK 351 — Diverse and At-Risk Populations Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/psychology/community-psychology-health-promotion-ba/ --- # Psychology, BA **Degree** ## Courses - PSYC 101 — General Psychology - PSYC 110 — Psychology Seminar - PSYC 200 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences - PSYC 200L — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences Lab - PSYC 201 — Research Methods in the Behavioral Sciences - PSYC 217 — Social Psychology - PSYC 235 — Abnormal Psychology - PSYC 238 — Psychology of Personality - PSYC 260 — Developmental Psychology - PSYC 309 — Biological Psychology - PSYC 312 — Cognitive Psychology - PSYC 320 — Sensation & Perception - PSYC 341 — Child & Adolescent Psychology - PSYC 343 — Adult Development & Aging - PSYC 399 — Pre-Field Experience in Psychology - PSYC 400 — Field Experience in Psychology Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/psychology/psychology-ba/ --- # Psychology, Minor Note: At least 6 of the credits must be at the 300- or 400-level. ## Courses - PSYC 101 — General Psychology - PSYC 217 — Social Psychology - PSYC 235 — Abnormal Psychology - PSYC 238 — Psychology of Personality - PSYC 260 — Developmental Psychology - PSYC 341 — Child & Adolescent Psychology - PSYC 343 — Adult Development & Aging Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/psychology/psychology-minor/ --- # Sport and Performance Psychology, Minor ## Courses - PE 301 — Theory of Coaching - PE 301L — Theory of Coaching Lab - PHIL 303 — Ethical Issues in Professional Life - PSYC 101 — General Psychology - PSYC 265 — Behavior Modification - PSYC 301 — Sport & Performance Psychology Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/psychology/sport-performance-psychology-minor/ --- # Human Services, Minor The Human Services Minor prepares students whose occupational goals may be enhanced by a human services background that includes an understanding of social services, policies, and delivery systems. A minor in Human Services is not accepted by the Council on Social Work Education as adequate preparation for entry level professional social work practice, neither does a minor in social welfare qualify one to take social work state licensure examinations. Note: Some 300 and 400 level courses may require a prerequisite. ## Courses - PSYC 360 — Cross-Cultural Psychology - SOCI 310 — Sociology of Aging - SOCI 313 — Self and Society - SOCI 331 — Racial & Ethnic Relations - SOCI 420 — Family & Intimate Partner Violence - SOCI 445 — Social Inequality - SWRK 234 — Introduction to Social Work & Social Welfare - SWRK 250 — Social Services in Health Care - SWRK 280 — Substance Abuse & Other Addictive Behaviors - SWRK 330 — Basic Interviewing Skills - SWRK 402 — Social Welfare Policy Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/social-work/human-services-minor/ --- # Social Work, BS **Degree** A grade of C- or better is required for Liberal Education Foundation, Interdisciplinary Foundation, and Professional Social Work Foundation courses. ## Courses - PHIL 103 — Ethics - POL 220 — American National Government - PSYC 101 — General Psychology - PSYC 200 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences - PSYC 200L — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences Lab - PSYC 235 — Abnormal Psychology - PSYC 260 — Developmental Psychology - SOCI 101 — Introduction to Sociology - SOCI 315 — Applied Social Research - SWRK 234 — Introduction to Social Work & Social Welfare - SWRK 330 — Basic Interviewing Skills - SWRK 340 — Human Behavior in the Social Environment - SWRK 342 — Generalist Social Work Practice I - SWRK 343 — Generalist Social Work Practice II - SWRK 344 — Generalist Social Work Practice III - SWRK 351 — Diverse and At-Risk Populations - SWRK 402 — Social Welfare Policy - SWRK 484 — Pre-Field Practicum - SWRK 485 — Social Work Field Seminar - SWRK 499 — Field Practicum Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/social-work/social-work-bs/ --- # Sociology, BA **Degree** A maximum of three credits from SOCI 450 Individual Readings (1-3 cr.) and a maximum of three credits of SOCI 499 Field Experience/Internship (1-12 cr.) may be allowed as electives. ## Courses - PSYC 200 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences - PSYC 200L — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences Lab - SOCI 101 — Introduction to Sociology - SOCI 220 — Social Problems - SOCI 270 — Gender Issues - SOCI 313 — Self and Society - SOCI 314 — Sociological Theory - SOCI 315 — Applied Social Research - SOCI 324 — Sociology of Sexualities - SOCI 331 — Racial & Ethnic Relations - SOCI 445 — Social Inequality - SOCI 450 — Individual Readings - SOCI 495 — Senior Capstone in Sociology - SOCI 499 — Field Experience/Internship Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/sociology/sociology-ba/ --- # Sociology, Minor A maximum of three credits from SOCI 450 Individual Readings (1-3 cr.) and a maximum of three credits of SOCI 499 Field Experience/Internship (1-12 cr.) may be allowed as electives. ## Courses - SOCI 101 — Introduction to Sociology - SOCI 314 — Sociological Theory - SOCI 450 — Individual Readings - SOCI 499 — Field Experience/Internship Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/sociology/sociology-minor/ --- # Spanish, Minor In addition, 3 credits from the following courses may be approved as elective credits for the Spanish minor: HIST 314, HIST 315, HIST 321, HIST 328 ## Courses - HIST 314 — Modern Latin America - HIST 315 — Mexico & Central America - HIST 321 — U.S.-Latin American Relations - HIST 328 — History of Cuba - SPAN 201 — Intermediate Spanish I - SPAN 202 — Intermediate Spanish II - SPAN 205 — Intensive Intermediate Spanish I & II - SPAN 211 — Latin American and Spanish Cinema - SPAN 222 — Beginning Applied Conversational Spanish - SPAN 235 — Spanish for Law Enforcement - SPAN 237 — Spanish for Health Care Professionals - SPAN 239 — Spanish for Teachers - SPAN 286 — Special Topics - SPAN 311 — Spanish Conversation and Reading - SPAN 312 — Spanish Composition and Advanced Grammar - SPAN 313 — Introduction to Spanish Translation - SPAN 322 — Intermediate Applied Conversational Spanish - SPAN 335 — Spanish for Professions, Community Service and Business - SPAN 341 — Spanish Culture & Civilization - SPAN 342 — Latin American Culture & Civilization - SPAN 394 — Supervised Study in Spanish - SPAN 395 — Independent Spanish Study Abroad - SPAN 465 — Independent Studies in Spanish Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/spanish/spanish-minor/ --- # Autism Spectrum Disorders, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - SPED 585 — Autism Spectrum Disorders:Issues & Needs - SPED 686 — Autism Spectrum Disorders: Assessment & Programming - SPED 687 — Autism Spectrum Disorders: Communication & Social Skills - SPED 688 — Autism Spectrum Disorders: Behavioral & Instructional Strategies Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/special-education/autism-spectrum-disorders-graduate-certificate/ --- # Early Childhood Special Education, BS **Degree** ## Courses - ECSE 422 — ECSE Foundations - ECSE 432 — Infants, Toddlers, & Families in ECSE & Lab - ECSE 441 — Assessment and Curriculum in Early Childhood Special Education & Lab - ECSE 442 — Programming for ECSE - ECSE 452 — Transitions in ECSE - ECSE 462 — Student Teaching in ECSE - ECSE 467 — Advanced Student Teaching in Early Childhood Special Education - ED 101 — Introduction to Education and LAB - ED 102 — Educational Technology - ED 251 — Child and Adolescent Growth and Development - ED 312 — Human Relations and Diversity in Education - ED 400 — Foundations of Literacy & Literature - ED 402 — Early Literacy and Linguistics & LAB - ED 404 — Literacy Methods & LAB - ED 418 — Kindergarten Methods & LAB - ED 473 — Teacher Licensure - SPED 290 — Introduction to Special Needs and Lab - SPED 430 — Foundations in Mild to Moderate Disabilities - SPED 450 — Curriculum Design & Implementation in Special Education - SPED 458 — Pre-Student Teaching Experience - SPED 460 — Positive Behavior Support in Special Education - SPED 470 — Collaboration in Educational Settings - SPED 480 — Procedural Safeguards in Special Education - TESL 431 — Foundations of Teaching Multilingual Learners & LAB Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/special-education/early-childhood-special-education-bs/ --- # Emotional Behavioral Disorders, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - SPED 560 — Positive Behavior Support in Special Education - SPED 620 — Characteristics of Students with Learning & Behavior Disorders - SPED 623 — Characteristics of Students with Moderate to Severe EBD - SPED 643 — Behavior Management & Teaching Strategies Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/special-education/emotional-behavioral-disorders-graduate-certificate/ --- # Learning Disabilities, Graduate Certificate **Certificate** ## Courses - SPED 530 — Foundations in Mild to Moderate Disabilities - SPED 620 — Characteristics of Students with Learning & Behavior Disorders - SPED 624 — Characteristics of Students with Moderate to Severe Learning Disabilities - SPED 644 — Teaching & Achievement Strategies for Learning Disabilities Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/special-education/learning-disabilities-graduate-certificate/ --- # Special Ed: Academic and Behavioral Strategist, BS **Degree** The Bachelor of Science: Special Education major leads to the K-21 Minnesota Special Education Academic and Behavioral Specialist (ABS) licensure. ## Courses - ED 101 — Introduction to Education and LAB - ED 102 — Educational Technology - ED 251 — Child and Adolescent Growth and Development - ED 301 — The Teaching & Learning Process & Lab - ED 312 — Human Relations and Diversity in Education - ED 400 — Foundations of Literacy & Literature - ED 402 — Early Literacy and Linguistics & LAB - ED 404 — Literacy Methods & LAB - ED 423 — Effective Learning Environments for Classroom Management - ED 424 — Elementary Mathematics Methods & Lab - ED 473 — Teacher Licensure - SPED 290 — Introduction to Special Needs and Lab - SPED 430 — Foundations in Mild to Moderate Disabilities - SPED 440 — Assessment & Educational Planning & Lab - SPED 450 — Curriculum Design & Implementation in Special Education - SPED 458 — Pre-Student Teaching Experience - SPED 460 — Positive Behavior Support in Special Education - SPED 466 — Student Teaching K-12 Special Education - SPED 467 — Advanced Student Teaching in Special Education - SPED 468 — Student Teaching in a Special Education Residency Program I - SPED 469 — Student Teaching in a Special Education Residency Program II - SPED 470 — Collaboration in Educational Settings - SPED 480 — Procedural Safeguards in Special Education - SPED 485 — Autism Spectrum Disorders:Issues & Needs - TESL 431 — Foundations of Teaching Multilingual Learners & LAB Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/special-education/special-education-academic-behavioral-strategist-bs/ --- # Special Education, Minor This is a non-licensure minor that includes courses that fulfill post-baccalaureate licensure in Special Education. ## Courses - ECSE 422 — ECSE Foundations - ECSE 432 — Infants, Toddlers, & Families in ECSE & Lab - ECSE 442 — Programming for ECSE - ED 331 — Infants and Toddlers - HOSP 120 — Food Sanitation and Safety - PE 210 — Introduction to Adapted Physical Education & LAB - PE 481 — Adapted Physical Education Methods & LAB - PHIL 103 — Ethics - SPED 290 — Introduction to Special Needs and Lab - SPED 400 — Field Experience in Special Education - SPED 430 — Foundations in Mild to Moderate Disabilities - SPED 440 — Assessment & Educational Planning & Lab - SPED 443 — Diseases and Disorders in Childhood - SPED 450 — Curriculum Design & Implementation in Special Education - SPED 460 — Positive Behavior Support in Special Education - SPED 470 — Collaboration in Educational Settings - SPED 480 — Procedural Safeguards in Special Education - SPED 481 — Compliant Practices in IEP Writing - SPED 485 — Autism Spectrum Disorders:Issues & Needs Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/special-education/special-education-minor/ --- # Special Education, MS SPED 620 Characteristics of Students with Learning & Behavior Disorders (3 cr.) satisfies both specialties. ## Courses - ECSE 622 — ECSE Foundations - ECSE 632 — Infants, Toddlers, & Families in ECSE & LAB - ECSE 641 — Assessment and Curriculum in Early Childhood Special Education & LAB - ECSE 642 — Programming for ECSE - ECSE 652 — Transitions in ECSE - ECSE 682 — Advanced Practicum - ED 502 — Early Literacy and Linguistics & LAB - ED 504 — Literacy Methods & LAB - ED 524 — Elementary Mathematics Methods & Lab - SPED 530 — Foundations in Mild to Moderate Disabilities - SPED 540 — Assessment & Educational Planning & Lab - SPED 543 — Diseases and Disorders in Childhood - SPED 550 — Curriculum Design & Implementation in Special Education - SPED 560 — Positive Behavior Support in Special Education - SPED 565 — Advanced Practicum - SPED 566 — Special Education ABS Student Teaching K-12 - SPED 570 — Collaboration in Educational Settings - SPED 580 — Procedural Safeguards in Special Education - SPED 581 — Compliant Practices in IEP Writing - SPED 585 — Autism Spectrum Disorders:Issues & Needs - SPED 620 — Characteristics of Students with Learning & Behavior Disorders - SPED 621 — Access and Support for Ind. with Moderate to Severe Dev. Disabilities - SPED 623 — Characteristics of Students with Moderate to Severe EBD - SPED 624 — Characteristics of Students with Moderate to Severe Learning Disabilities - SPED 625 — Applied Research and Assessment in Education - SPED 626 — Research: Project Design - SPED 627 — Research Project Implementation - SPED 641 — Life Span Learning & Outcomes for Individuals w/ Mod to Severe Dev Disabil - SPED 643 — Behavior Management & Teaching Strategies - SPED 644 — Teaching & Achievement Strategies for Learning Disabilities - SPED 670 — ASD: Practicum in Autism Spectrum Disorders Birth-Age 21, Levels 1-3 - SPED 673 — EBD: Practicum in Emotional/Behavioral Disorders in grades K-12, Levels 1-3 - SPED 674 — LD: Practicum in Learning Disabilities in grades K-12, Levels 1-3 - SPED 680 — ASD: Practicum in Autism Spectrum Disorders Birth-Age 21, Levels 3-4 - SPED 681 — DD: Practicum in Developmental Disabilities: K-12, levels 3-4 - SPED 683 — EBD: Practicum in Emotional/Behavioral Disorders in grades K-12, Levels 3-4 - SPED 684 — LD Practicum in Learning Disabilities in grades K-12, Level 3-4 - SPED 686 — Autism Spectrum Disorders: Assessment & Programming - SPED 687 — Autism Spectrum Disorders: Communication & Social Skills - SPED 688 — Autism Spectrum Disorders: Behavioral & Instructional Strategies Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/special-education/special-education-ms/ --- # Acting/Directing, Minor ## Courses - THTR 101 — Acting I - THTR 201 — Acting II - THTR 230 — Script Analysis I - THTR 242 — Stage Make-Up I - THTR 301 — Theatre Activity-Production - THTR 302 — Theatre Activity-Performance - THTR 341 — Acting for the Camera I - THTR 342 — Acting Styles and Techniques - THTR 350 — Directing I - THTR 360 — Directing II Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/theatre-arts/acting-directing-minor/ --- # Design/Technical Theatre, Minor ## Courses - THTR 140 — Stagecraft I - THTR 230 — Script Analysis I - THTR 242 — Stage Make-Up I - THTR 243 — Costume Construction I - THTR 244 — Costume History and Design I - THTR 245 — Scenic Design I - THTR 250 — Lighting and Sound Design I - THTR 265 — Stage Management I - THTR 301 — Theatre Activity-Production - THTR 302 — Theatre Activity-Performance Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/theatre-arts/design-technical-theatre-minor/ --- # Interdisciplinary Fine Arts, Minor COMM 320 Graphics for Television, Film and New Media (3 cr.) , COMM 340 Documentary Production (3 cr.) , COMM 480 Creative Project Workshop in Media Production (3 cr.) have COMM 114 Essentials of Single Camera Field Production (3 cr.) as pre-requisite. ## Courses - ART 102 — Foundations of Art & Design 2D - COMM 114 — Essentials of Single Camera Field Production - COMM 161 — Speech Activities: Public Address - COMM 220 — Storytelling in Modern Communication - COMM 232 — The Art of Making Films - COMM 320 — Graphics for Television, Film and New Media - COMM 340 — Documentary Production - COMM 350 — Narrative Filmmaking - COMM 403 — Professional Presentations - COMM 480 — Creative Project Workshop in Media Production - ENG 207 — Writers Workshop - MUS 110 — Public Performance Studies - MUS 172 — Music Theory I - MUS 173 — Class Piano I - MUS 333 — Jazz Band - MUS 335 — Symphonic Chamber Winds - MUS 337 — Southwest Minnesota Orchestra - MUS 339 — Concert Band - MUS 355 — Chorale - THTR 100 — Theatre Appreciation - THTR 220 — Film & Television Appreciation Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/theatre-arts/interdisciplinary-fine-arts-minor/ --- # Theatre Arts, BA **Degree** ## Courses - THTR 101 — Acting I - THTR 140 — Stagecraft I - THTR 230 — Script Analysis I - THTR 242 — Stage Make-Up I - THTR 243 — Costume Construction I - THTR 244 — Costume History and Design I - THTR 245 — Scenic Design I - THTR 250 — Lighting and Sound Design I - THTR 265 — Stage Management I - THTR 301 — Theatre Activity-Production - THTR 302 — Theatre Activity-Performance - THTR 320 — The KCACTF Experience - THTR 325 — Master Class - THTR 342 — Acting Styles and Techniques - THTR 350 — Directing I - THTR 430 — Senior Project - THTR 435 — Theatre History I - THTR 440 — Theatre History II - THTR 495 — Field Experience Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/theatre-arts/theatre-arts-ba/ --- # Theatre Arts, Minor Three credits total with no more than two credits from any one course. ## Courses - THTR 101 — Acting I - THTR 140 — Stagecraft I - THTR 242 — Stage Make-Up I - THTR 243 — Costume Construction I - THTR 244 — Costume History and Design I - THTR 245 — Scenic Design I - THTR 250 — Lighting and Sound Design I - THTR 301 — Theatre Activity-Production - THTR 302 — Theatre Activity-Performance - THTR 350 — Directing I - THTR 435 — Theatre History I - THTR 440 — Theatre History II Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/theatre-arts/theatre-arts-minor/ --- # Gender and Women's Studies, Minor ## Courses - ART 352 — Women in Art - COMM 230 — Interpersonal and Cross-Cultural Communication - HIST 360 — American Womens History - JUAD 300 — Women and Justice - LIT 340 — Sexuality and Gender in Literature - LIT 375 — Womens Literature - MGMT 450 — Diversity Management - PHIL 310 — The Philosophy of Sex and Gender - SOCI 211 — Marriage and the Family - SOCI 270 — Gender Issues - SOCI 324 — Sociology of Sexualities - SOCI 420 — Family & Intimate Partner Violence - SWRK 340 — Human Behavior in the Social Environment Source: https://catalog.smsu.edu/academic-programs-degrees/womens-studies/womens-studies-minor/ --- # ACCT 211 — Principles of Accounting I 3 credits · 3 hours Introduction to reporting financial information regarding the operating, investing, and financing activities of business enterprises to present to potential investors, creditors, and others. Topics covered include basic financial statements, business transactions, the accounting cycle, forms of business organizations, internal control, cash, receivables, inventories, long-term assets, depreciation, and current liabilities. --- # ACCT 212 — Principles of Accounting II 3 credits · 3 hours A continuation of ACCT 211 . Financial accounting topics covered include stockholders equity, statement of cash flows, and financial statement analysis. An introduction to management accounting topics such as cost allocation, product costing, cost-volume-profit analysis, responsibility accounting, operational budgeting, and capital budgeting. Student must receive C- or better in ACCT 211 before taking this course. The Accounting program reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the prerequisite. --- # ACCT 305 — Sustainability Accounting 3 credits · 3 hours This is an introductory course in Environmental Accounting. Students will learn: 1) what environmental accounting is and how it relates to environmental justice; 2) the major frameworks under which businesses report sustainability data; 3) how to read and analyze published sustainability reports. --- # ACCT 309 — Experiential Learning Opportunities 1 credits · 1 hours The experiential learning opportunities course will provide students with the chance to engage in a professional organization related to their field of study. Through active participation in organizational meetings, events, and initiatives, students will develop industry-specific competencies, enhance their professional networking skills, and gain real-world insights that extend beyond the classroom. --- # ACCT 312 — Intermediate Accounting II 3 credits · 3 hours A continuation of ACCT 311 Intermediate Accounting I. Accounting topics covered include: intangible assets, current liabilities, long-term liabilities, stockholders equity, earnings per share, revenue recognition, investments, accounting changes, and statement of cash flows. --- # ACCT 330 — Accounting for Government & Not-For-Profit Entities 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes a survey of state and local government accounting, as well as accounting for colleges and universities, school systems, hospitals, voluntary health and welfare organizations, and other nonprofit organizations. --- # ACCT 341 — Cost Accounting II 3 credits · 3 hours An advanced study emphasizing the design, development and use of cost/managerial accounting systems for planning, performance evaluation and analysis used in the management decision-making process. --- # ACCT 360 — Accounting Information Systems 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides the knowledge and skills needed to be able to understand and evaluate the performance of information systems. The course will examine the five principal components of an accounting system: revenues, expenditures production, human resources, and general ledger. The course will also look at control and audit of accounting information systems. --- # ACCT 370 — Microcomputers in Accounting 3 credits · 3 hours This course teaches the use of contemporary accounting software packages to maintain financial records and prepare financial statements. Students successfully completing the course will be able to set up a basic recordkeeping system, post financial transactions and prepare financial statements using the selected software. --- # ACCT 401 — Advanced Accounting 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes a study of the following accounting topics: deferred income taxes, capital leases, pensions and post-retirement benefits, consolidated financial statements, partnerships, branches, business combinations, segments, multi-national operations, interim reporting, and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) reporting. --- # ACCT 413 — Cost Accounting I 3 credits · 3 hours A study of basic development and application of accounting for management decision-making. Includes cost flows in a manufacturing environment with emphasis on job order and process cost systems. Other cost accounting topics are: cost allocation with joint and by-products, factory overhead analysis, and activity-based costing. --- # ACCT 414 — Federal Tax I 3 credits · 3 hours Theory and principles involved in computation of federal income taxes for individuals are covered in this course. --- # ACCT 416 — Intermediate Accounting I 3 credits · 3 hours An intensive study of financial accounting and reporting. Accounting topics covered include: accounting standards, conceptual framework, income statement, balance sheet, time value of money, cash and receivables, inventories, acquisition and disposition of property, and depreciation. --- # ACCT 421 — Auditing 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introductory fundamental course in auditing. Topics will include purpose, scope, concepts and methods used in examining and attesting to financial statements. Study and evaluation of internal control, statistical sampling, working papers, planning the audit engagement, professional standards and auditor liability are specific. --- # ACCT 424 — Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination 3 credits · 3 hours This course will introduce students to the core foundations relating to fraud examination, financial forensics, and careers in fraud examination and forensic accounting. Discussions will be made on criminology, ethics, the complexity of fraud and financial crimes, legal pronouncements, fraud detection and red flags resulting from fraudulent activities. Students will learn techniques used in investigating financial fraud, theft and concealment, effective interviewing styles, interrogations, and the use of information technology for fraud examination and financial forensics. This course will al… --- # ACCT 427 — Essentials of Forensic Accounting 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes a study of the following forensic accounting topics: the forensic accounting profession, the legal environment of forensic accounting, the use of screening and staging up engagements, evidence gathering, interviewing processes, white-collar crime, and procedures to use in conducting fraud investigations. --- # ACCT 430 — Forensic Analytics I: Methods and Techniques for Forensic Investigation 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes a study of the following forensic analytics topics: digital and matrimonial forensics, economic damages, valuations, use of Access, Excel, and PowerPoint in forensic investigations, high-level data overview tests, assessing conformity, the second-order and summation and number duplication and last-digits, and internal diagnostics of current period and prior period data tests. --- # ACCT 433 — Forensic Analytics II: Methods and Techniques for Forensic Investigation 3 credits · 3 hours The objective of this course is to acquaint the student on the impact of fraud. The forensic accountant and fraud examiner are the bloodhounds of the accounting profession, and the reliability of financial statements. Both the forensic accountant and fraud examiner snuffle out complex fraud shenanigans to discover irregularities. According to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners 2016 Report to the Nation on Occupational Fraud and Abuse, it is estimated that organizations loss, on average about 5 percent of their revenues to dishonesty from within. --- # ACCT 445 — Senior Capstone 3 credits · 3 hours An integrated learning experience in the senior year including applications, research, and presentations. --- # ACCT 451 — Federal Tax II 3 credits · 3 hours This course involves the study of the taxation of partnerships, corporations, trusts, estates, and property transactions. --- # ACCT 486 — Special Topics in Accounting 1 credits · 1 hours A study of more advanced topics in accounting not normally provided as part of the curriculum. --- # ACCT 494 — Independent Study in Accounting 1 credits · 1 hours Arranged Independent Study in Accounting --- # ACCT 495 — Senior Examination 0 credits · 0 hours The Senior Examination will be administered to all graduating Accounting seniors in order to graduate. The Senior Examination assesses the students knowledge of the business core. The exam can be retaken. The student must be a senior and in the final semester at SMSU. --- # ACCT 499 — Internship in Accounting 3 credits · 3 hours This course involves on-the-job experience in the accounting field. --- # ACCT 513 — Cost Accounting 3 credits · 3 hours A study of development and application of accounting for management decision-making. Includes cost flows in a manufacturing environment with emphasis on job order and process cost systems. Other cost accounting topics include: cost allocation with joint and by-products, back flush accounting, factory overhead analysis, and activity-based costing. --- # ACCT 514 — Federal Tax I 3 credits · 3 hours Theory and principles involved in computation of federal income taxes for individuals are covered in this course. --- # ACCT 516 — Intermediate Accounting for MBA 3 credits · 3 hours An intensive study of financial accounting and reporting. Accounting topics covered include: accounting standards, conceptual framework, income statement, balance sheet, time value of money, cash and receivables, inventories, acquisition and disposition of property, depreciation, and financial statement analysis. --- # ACCT 521 — Auditing 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introductory fundamental course in auditing. Topics will include purpose, scope, concepts and methods used in examining and attesting to financial statements. Study and evaluation of internal control, statistical sampling, working papers, planning the audit engagement, professional standards and auditor liability are specific topics. --- # AE 502 — Research in Action 1 credits · 1 hours This course offers educators the opportunity to earn university credit while developing reflective practice, practical activities and strategies based on knowledge attained by attending the graduate research conference. Students will attend the one-day learning community conference and then within their own classrooms explore the content, process for design, implementation, and evaluation of the teacher-based action research. --- # AE 505 — Adverse Childhood Experiences: Foundational Exploration 3 credits · 3 hours In this foundational course, educators will explore the latest research to assist with development of a basic understanding of adverse childhood experiences. The students will work with other educators in their local educational contexts (peers, community-based professionals, building administrators) and from SMSU (university professor(s) and fellow classmates). Together, they will increase their understanding of the past and current research and discoveries and explore classroom strategies and applications. This course can be taken simultaneously with the subsequent course AE 506 : Adverse C… --- # AE 506 — Adverse Childhood Experiences: Intermediate Application 3 credits · 3 hours In this intermediate course, educators will design and develop a mini action research study utilizing the information and strategies developed in the prerequisite course (Adverse Childhood Experiences: Foundational Exploration). The students will implement the study within their work environment while working with other educators in their local educational contexts (peers, community-based professionals, building administrators) and from SMSU (university professor(s) and fellow classmates). Together, they will increase their understanding of the current ACES discoveries by implementing, collec… --- # AE 507 — Adverse Childhood Experiences: Action Research 3 credits · 3 hours In this advanced course, educators will complete a mini action research paper. Students will take the research discoveries from the prerequisite courses and develop a formal action research paper. This paper must be written per APA guidelines. An advisory panel comprised of course peers and the professor will review and approve the research papers. --- # AE 509 — The Executive Brain: Development 3 credits · 3 hours In this course educators will work with professional colleagues in their local educational context, SMSU professor(s), local administrator(s) and community-based professionals to increase their understanding of the executive skills that comprise each of the three major brain networks, how to recognize each of these executive skills, how and when they develop, and how to support their development. Students will study in greater depth each of the executive skills in: the salience network including, the sensory-motor system, memory, relational (analogical) reasoning, attention, motivation, decis… --- # AE 510 — The Executive Brain: Action Research Project 3 credits · 3 hours Using the knowledge gained from The Executive Brain Foundations and Executive Brain Development, educators will collaborate with other professionals to create a classroom action plan for developing of one or more specific executive skills in their students. To do so educators will develop a set of research-based strategies to develop each of those executive skills and integrate them into their classroom practice to improve their students learning and academic achievement. Findings from their action research project will be presented to other educators to support their own and their colleagues… --- # AE 518 — Educator Self-Care Foundational Exploration 3 credits · 3 hours Careers where one is expected to manage the learning and behavior of others is stressful. When dealing with a population that has a cadre of issues ranging from safety concerns to academic issues, to behavioral problems, educators are often left feeling defeated and exhausted. In this course educators work with professional colleagues in their local context (peers, administrator(s), community-based professionals, professional organizations) and from SMSU professors to increase their understanding and the importance of educator self-care. Educators will explore the latest research to assist wi… --- # AE 519 — Educator Self-Care Action Research 3 credits · 3 hours In this advanced course, educators will complete an investigative action-based research project. This project is parallel to our Mini Action Research projects done within the Graduate Learning Communities. Students will take the research discoveries from the prerequisite course ( ED 518 Educator Self-Care Foundational Exploration) and will implement the study within their home and work environment while working with other educators in their local educational contexts (peers, community-based professionals, building administrators) and from SMSU professor(s) and fellow classmates. Together, the… Prerequisites: ED 518 --- # AE 520 — Content Development & Integration 3 credits · 3 hours In this course, students will select (or be assigned) a specific topic and will work with professionals in their assigned topic area to develop instructional practices to enhance the content they are developing. They will explore strategies for how the content is applied/integrated into the overall district curriculum. Students integrate their new understandings of real-world applications for a specific topic into the curriculum. --- # AE 523 — The Culture of Poverty: Introduction 1 credits · 1 hours This course offers educators the opportunity to increase their awareness of the culture of poverty and the impact it plays with our students, families, communities, and region. The course will provide a physical, social, and psychological understanding of poverty, inducing factors and responses. A broad array of poverty research will be presented and potential plans to assist will be explored. --- # AE 524 — The Culture of Poverty: Foundational Exploration 3 credits · 3 hours In this foundational course, educators will explore the latest research to assist with development of a basic understanding of the culture of poverty and the effects it has on students, families, communities, and especially schools in which they live and work. The students will work with other educators in their local educational contexts (peers, community-based professionals, building administrators) and from SMSU (university professor(s) and fellow classmates). Together, they will increase their understanding of the past and current research and discoveries and explore classroom strategies… --- # AE 525 — The Culture of Poverty: Intermediate Application 3 credits · 3 hours In this intermediate course, educators will design and develop a mini action research study utilizing the information and strategies developed in the Foundational Exploration course: AE 522. The students will implement the study within their work environment while working with other educators in their local educational contexts (peers, community-based professionals, building administrators) and from SMSU (university professor(s) and fellow classmates). Together, they will increase their understanding of the current poverty discoveries in their community by implementing, collecting data, and r… --- # AE 526 — The Culture of Poverty: Action-based Investigation 3 credits · 3 hours In this advanced course, educators will complete an action-based investigation research project. This project is parallel to our Mini Action Research projects done within the Graduate Learning Communities. Students will take the research discoveries from the related courses and develop a formal action-based resource guide. This guide must be written per APA guidelines. An advisory panel comprised of course peers, school peers, administrator(s), and the professor will review and approve the research presentations. --- # AE 528 — Evaluating Course & Research Resources 1 credits · 1 hours The access to information evolving, it is difficult to know what resources are credible and which are not. In this course, students will learn how to evaluate resources and make decisions regarding what to utilize within their curriculum. --- # AE 529 — Adult Mental Wellness: Issues, Intervention, & Resources 3 credits · 3 hours In this course, educators will learn what to do if an adult is having a mental health or substance abuse related crisis. Mental health and substance abuse related risk factors and warning signs will be reviewed and strategies for intervening and assisting will be highlighted. Finally, local agencies/resources will be identified so appropriate referrals can be made. The course objectives will be addressed through a lens of identification, crisis intervention and referral. Further, they will be addressed through the belief that individuals experiencing such challenges can seek professional help… --- # AE 530 — Youth Mental Wellness: Issues, Intervention, & Resources 3 credits · 3 hours In this course, educators will learn what to do when a child/adolescent is having a mental health or substance abuse related crisis. Mental health and substance abuse related risk factors and warning signs will be reviewed and strategies for intervening and assisting will be highlighted. Finally, local agencies/resources will be identified so appropriate referrals can be made. The course objectives will be addressed through a lens of identification, crisis intervention and referral. Further, they will be addressed through the belief that youth experiencing such challenges can seek professiona… --- # AE 537 — Educators as Professional Presenters 1 credits · 1 hours This course offers educators the opportunity to take a research presentation and develop a professional presentation to be utilized beyond the requirements of a graduate program and/or presentation. Through reflective practice, students will learn how to revise their research presentations to be utilized within the broader P-12 system. They will learn how to adapt and strengthen their presentations, so they are marketable and meaningful. They will take knowledge attained by attending the graduate research conference to reevaluate and reinvent their presentation content, design, and implementa… --- # AE 538 — The Classroom Culture: Introduction 1 credits · 1 hours This course offers educators the opportunity to increase their awareness of the culture of their classroom/learning environment and the impact it has on students ability to be successful. The course will provide an overview of the 4 C Model: Caring, Constancy, Candor, and Choices and the role each plays in the classroom, inducing factors and responses to the roles each plays. A broad array of 4 C research will be presented and potential plans to assist will be explored. --- # AE 539 — The Classroom Culture: Foundational: Candor and Choices 3 credits · 3 hours In this foundational course, educators will explore the latest research to assist with development of a basic understanding of the classroom culture and focus specifically on establishing a candor and choices learning environment. The students will work with other educators in their local educational contexts (peers, community-based professionals, building administrators) and from SMSU (university professor(s) and fellow classmates). Together, they will increase their understanding of the past and current research and discoveries and explore classroom strategies and applications. --- # AE 540 — The Classroom Culture Foundational Exploration: Caring and Constancy 3 credits · 3 hours In this foundational course, educators will explore the latest research to assist with development of a basic understanding of the classroom culture and focus specifically on establishing a caring and constancy learning environment. The students will work with other educators in their local educational contexts (peers, community-based professionals, building administrators) and from SMSU (university professor(s) and fellow classmates). Together, they will increase their understanding of the past and current research and discoveries and explore classroom strategies and applications. --- # AE 541 — The Classroom Culture: Action-based Investigation 3 credits · 3 hours In this advanced course, educators will complete an investigative action-based research project. This project is parallel to our Mini Action Research projects done within the Graduate Learning Communities. Students will take the research discoveries from the related courses and develop a formal action-based resource guide. This guide must be written per APA guidelines. An advisory panel comprised of course peers, school peers, administrator(s), and the professor will review and approve the research presentations. --- # AE 544 — Teaching Resilience: Foundational Exploration 4 credits · 4 hours In this foundational course, educators will explore the latest research to assist with the teaching of resilience. The students will work with other educators in their local educational contexts (peers, community-based professionals, building administrators) and from SMSU (university professor(s) and fellow classmates). Together, they will increase their understanding of the past and current research and discoveries and explore classroom strategies and applications. --- # AE 545 — Teaching Resilience: Intermediate Application 3 credits · 3 hours Students identify how teaching and learning of resilience fits into their professional practice and development. These identified areas may include, but is not limited to, instructional, organizational, or community processes related to their practice or content area. From the research students will extract resilience (teaching and learning) strategies and will develop an action research project designed to improve, implement or understand teaching resilience. Students conduct a review of the literature, examine and select a research design, determine data collection tools, and apply analytic… --- # AE 546 — Teaching Resilience: Action Based Investigation 3 credits · 3 hours In this advanced course, educators will complete an resilience focused investigative action-based research project. Students will take the research discoveries from the related courses and develop a formal action-based resource guide. This guide must be written per APA guidelines. An advisory panel comprised of course peers, school peers, administrator(s), and the professor will review and approve the research presentations. --- # AE 547 — 21st Century Skills Strategies: A Model for Success 3 credits · 3 hours In this introductory course, educators will explore the latest 21st century skills research to assist with the development of practical strategies for optimizing in the classroom/learning environment. The educators will work other educators in their local educational contexts (peers, community-based professionals, building administrators) and from SMSU (University professors and fellow classmates). Together, they will increase their understanding of the current 21st century skills strategies and explore classroom strategies and applications. --- # AE 548 — 21st Century Skills Foundational Exploration 3 credits · 3 hours In this foundational course, educators will explore the latest research to assist with development of a basic understanding of the 21st Century Skills and focus specifically on establishing a learning skills environment. The students will work with other educators in their local educational contexts (peers, community-based professionals, building administrators) and from SMSU (university professor(s) and fellow classmates). Together, they will increase their understanding of the past and current research and discoveries and explore classroom strategies and applications. --- # AE 549 — 21st Century Skills: Action-based Investigation 4 credits · 4 hours In this advanced course, educators will complete an investigative action-based research project. This project is parallel to our Mini Action Research projects done within the Graduate Learning Communities. Students will take the research discoveries from the related courses and develop a formal action-based resource guide. This guide must be written per APA guidelines. An advisory panel comprised of course peers, school peers, administrator(s), and the professor will review and approve the research presentations. --- # AE 576 — SEL Blueprint: Mapping Out a Year of Impactful Teaching ¿ Introduction 3 credits · 3 hours Description: This course offers educators the opportunity to increase their awareness of Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and what influence of creating a positive learning environment can have on their students. This course will provide an overview of the COMMUNITY theme, introducing them to how each area will support the development of their students¿ social and emotional well-being and provide a monthly framework for lesson development. --- # AE 577 — SEL Blueprint: Mapping Out a Year of Impactful Teaching - Foundat 3 credits · 3 hours In this foundational course, educators will explore the latest research to assist with development of a basic understanding of social emotional learning and will be energized and equipped with a fresh and hands-on approach to social-emotional learning, through collaborative planning sessions. Participants will discover creative strategies to cultivate a thriving classroom community, craft inclusive lesson plans, and seamlessly weave SEL into their teaching practices. Every aspect of the course is tailored to meet the unique needs and aspirations of educators, offering practical tools and insp… --- # AE 578 — SEL Blueprint: Mapping Out a Year of Impactful Teaching Action-bas 4 credits · 4 hours In this advanced course, educators will complete an investigative action-based research project. This project is parallel to our Mini Action Research projects done within the Graduate Learning Communities. Students will take the research discoveries from the related courses and develop a formal action-based curriculum map of social emotional lessons to be integrated throughout the academic year. These lessons must be written per APA guidelines. An advisory panel comprised of course peers, school peers, administrator(s), and the professor will review and approve the research presentations. 4 C… --- # AE 580 — Science of Reading - LETRS I 2 credits · 2 hours This course is a reflective study of the Science of Reading with specific focus on the Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading & Spelling-Volume 1, Units 1-4. Teachers who have completed LETRS Volume 1, Units 1-4 may earn graduate credit with proof of completion with 80% mastery or above by submitting the LETRS certificate, participation in SoR discussions with course colleagues, and crafting a 1,500 word research-based paper regarding structured literacy and The Challenge of Learning to Read content including a reflective component on the implications for teaching and learning related to… --- # AE 581 — Science of Reading - LETRS II 2 credits · 2 hours This course is a reflective study of the Science of Reading with specific focus on the Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading & Spelling -Volume 2, Units 5-8. Teachers who have completed LETRS Volume 2, Units 5-8 may earn graduate credit with proof of completion with 80% mastery or above by submitting the LETRS participation in SoR discussions with course colleagues, and crafting a 1,500 word research-based paper regarding structured literacy and The Reading-Writing Connection content including a reflective component on the implications for teaching and learning related to the bridge to… --- # AE 585 — Creating Change: 8 Archetypes for Driving Change Introduction 3 credits · 3 hours This course offers educators the opportunity to increase their awareness of their leadership potential and the impact it can have on their ability to be a successful change agent. The course will provide an overview of the eight archetypes all educators possess, inducing factors and responses to the roles each plays. Educators will conduct several self-assessments to determine their leadership strengths. --- # AE 586 — Creating Change: 8 Archetypes for Driving Change Foundational Exploration 3 credits · 3 hours In this intermediate course, educators will explore the latest research to assist with development of a basic understanding of the eight different archetypes and focus specifically on establishing a leadership array. The educators will work with others in their local educational contexts (peers, community-based professionals, building administrators) and from SMSU (university professor(s) and fellow classmates). Together, they will increase their understanding of the past and current research and discoveries and explore classroom strategies and applications. --- # AE 587 — Creating Change: 8 Archetypes for Driving Change Action-based Investigation 4 credits · 4 hours In this advanced course, educators will complete an investigative action-based research project. This project is parallel to our Mini Action Research projects done within the Graduate Learning Communities. Students will take the research discoveries from the related courses and develop a formal action-based resource guide. This guide must be written per APA guidelines. An advisory panel comprised of course peers, school peers, administrator(s), and the professor will review and approve the research presentations. --- # AE 588 — Culturally Responsive Education: Integrating Creativity, Literacy, and Spec 3 credits · 3 hours This course will provide educators with innovative and culturally responsive methods for integrating math, literacy, and arts instruction. The course will emphasize special education strategies and the use of Hip Hop Literacy to enhance student engagement and foster diversity, equity, and inclusion in classrooms. Participants will complete a final reflections paper by April 2025, showcasing the practical application of these concepts in their teaching environments. --- # AE 603 — School Based Management 1 credits · 1 hours This course will focus on an analysis of school based management and leadership in American schools. Site visits and panel discussions of superintendents and principals are included in the program. Case studies will be reviewed and analyzed by teams of students. Leadership styles and organizational concepts will be examined. Students will conduct research of management and operations at school sites in the area. A final presentation of research by individual groups will be required. --- # AE 699 — Coursework Review and Competency Analysis 1 credits · 1 hours This course is available to licensed administrators from outside of Minnesota who are seeking to obtain Minnesota administrative licensure as a principal, superintendent, and/or director of special education. Candidates credentials will be evaluated to determine the needed competencies and/or field experiences to gain licensure. This course will be taken to establish a roadmap for the candidate to complete the needed competencies towards licensure requirements. This course can be repeated with the remaining competency levels needed. --- # AGBU 101 — Seminar I: Career Development & Portfolio Design 1 credits · 1 hours AGBU 101 is a required course for SMSU Agribusiness Majors. The course should be taken in the freshman year or in the first year of transfer. This course introduces the goals and student learning outcomes of the Agribusiness major and SMSUs Liberal Education Plan. Students use the course to identify career goals, relate those goals to their academic choices, and create electronic program portfolio to assess progress in achieving program goals and student learning outcomes. --- # AGBU 276 — Soil Science and Management 2 credits · 2 hours To enable students to gain some basic knowledge of soils and how they can best be managed for long run optimum production. --- # AGBU 290 — Agricultural Sales 3 credits · 3 hours prepares students for both a sales career in Agriculture and other industrial settings. The course also develops the general sales skills needed by anyone entering a career in agriculture. Students will learn about developing a strategic sales plan, customer prospecting, the sales process, and other topics using agriculture-focused topics. --- # AGBU 330 — Commodity Futures & Options Trading 3 credits · 3 hours A study of how to use futures and options contracts to hedge price risk. Stress is placed on the use of agricultural commodity contracts by farmers and agribusinesses working with farmers. --- # AGBU 331 — Financial Futures and Options Trading 3 credits · 3 hours Financial futures and options contracts are presented as a means for hedging and speculating. Economic and financial theories are used to analyze specific transactions. --- # AGBU 365 — Farm and Ranch Management I 3 credits · 3 hours Budgeting and financial analysis are used to study how to maximize profit and efficiency in resource use for a farming operation. Microcomputer spreadsheets and other programs are used for class projects. --- # AGBU 366 — Farm and Ranch Management II 3 credits · 3 hours Computer farm management aids, risk analysis, FIN PACK, farm business organization selection, income tax management, disinvestment, and estate planning. --- # AGBU 400 — International Agricultural Development 3 credits · 3 hours This course emphasizes the role agriculture plays in the development process. On completion of this course, the students should be able to explain the role of agriculture in the development process, analyze the effects of developing country economic policies on the agricultural sector, and use economic reasoning and tools such as graphs to analyze the agricultural sector. --- # AGBU 410 — Cooperative & Agribusiness Management 3 credits · 3 hours The organizational, legal, financial and managerial aspects of doing business as a cooperative corporation are examined in this course. Relationships between member-patrons, directors and the manager of the cooperative are analyzed using case studies. The business activities of a cooperative corporation are computer-simulated and analyzed. --- # AGBU 420 — International Agribusiness Management 3 credits · 3 hours A comprehensive analysis is conducted of the role of agribusinesses in international trade and development. Case studies involving agribusinesses are analyzed to identify the issues and methods used to market, finance, and manage the import-export of agricultural products. --- # AGBU 440 — Agricultural Marketing 3 credits · 3 hours Analysis of farm prices and the effect of supply, demand and institutional forces on farm income and farm income policy. --- # AGBU 460 — Agricultural Finance 3 credits · 3 hours A comprehensive look at all facets of extending agricultural and agribusiness loans, from analysis of the financial statements of agricultural enterprises to dealing with problem loans. Emphasizes general principles of banking management and evaluation, fulfillment of credit needs, and uses of capital from the perspective of both borrowers and lenders. --- # AGBU 475 — Agricultural and Food Policy 3 credits · 3 hours This course will describe and evaluate past and future policies developed to deal with income distribution, resource use and changes in technology in the food and agriculture system. --- # AGBU 486 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours A study of more advanced topics in agribusiness not normally provided as part of the curriculum. --- # AGBU 494 — Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours Arranged Independent Study in Agribusiness --- # AGBU 495 — Seminar II: Career Readiness & Portfolio Assessment 1 credits · 1 hours AGBU 495 is a required course for SMSU Agribusiness Majors. Students use electronic portfolios to evaluate their academic accomplishments and career readiness. Students evaluate and communicate the content of their portfolios using the goals and student learning outcomes of the Agribusiness program. Performance evaluation also includes SMSUs Liberal Education Plan Rubrics for written and speech communication, information literacy, and critical thinking. Agribusiness students systematically analyze and communicate what they have learned in their degree program, and synthesize those results to… --- # AGBU 499 — Internship 1 credits · 1 hours The opportunity to pursue an internship is designed to supplement course materials with actual related work experience. Students are expected to integrate disciplinary knowledge into a real world setting. The student will submit weekly reports on work assignments as well as a report at the conclusion of the internship. The number of credits allowed will depend on the magnitude of the internship. --- # AGED 201 — Communication & Leadership Skills for Agricultural Educators 3 credits · 3 hours Personal leadership development is a journey of self-discovery. This course is designed to provide you with an opportunity to explore your personal leadership potential. Using a variety of self-assessments and reflection, students will identify personal motivators, ethics, values and vision. This course is designed for all students who are interested in positions of leadership and who want to learn more about making themselves, as well as the groups and teams they work with more effective. The class uses discussion, reflection and self-assessment to provide a base for personal growth and deve… --- # AGED 220 — Agricultural Mechanics for Agricultural Educators 4 credits · 4 hours AGED 220 is designed to assist students in understanding the principles and practices of mechanical systems that include fluid, electrical, and fuel-powered units; the design, fabrication, construction, and use of agricultural structures, equipment, and systems; measuring tools and equipment; and product storage, water management, waste management, and materials handling. --- # AGED 301 — Advising Youth Organization & Supervising Work Experiences 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to the role and structure of the agricultural student organization (such as FFA and 4-H) as an integral component in developing the student through individual, cooperative and collaborative activities that prepare the student for a role in the school, community, and workplace. This course introduces students to the Three Circle Model (FFA, SAE, classroom instruction). Techniques for coordinating and advising an FFA chapter in conjunction with developing and conducting Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAEs) are thoroughly explained. The foundations of work-b… --- # AGED 351 — Prof. Development in Agricultural Education: Internship & Job Shadowing 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to provide students with experiential learning opportunities in order to make connections between the theory and practice of academic study and the practical application of the professional agricultural work environment. The number of credits allowed is dependent upon the magnitude of the internship. --- # AGED 401 — Agricultural Education: 5-12 Methods 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to help future agriculture teachers put instructional theory into practice. It will provide an integrated coverage of methods of classroom instruction, management and assessment. The methodology of the course will include practicum, lesson construction, practice teaching, in class exercises, discussions and Socratic questioning. This course will address agricultural program development, performance or skill-based instruction, problem solving, lesson planning, assessment procedures and techniques, and methods relevant to teaching agricultural science, technologies, and… --- # AGRO 115 — Professional Development in Agriculture: Orientation & Career Planning 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides an orientation to the profession of agronomy, agronomy curriculum and college life. Choosing the right majors, resume and cover letter writing, interviewing skills, graduate schools and careers in agronomy profession will be discussed. --- # AGRO 132 — Principles & Practices of Crop Production 4 credits · 4 hours This is an introductory course in agronomy with a goal to provide the general principles underlying crop production. The course examines the dynamics and functions of crop communities, influence of the environment on crop production, plant morphology and metabolism, crop growth and development, plant breeding as well as soil water management. Other topics that will be discussed are cultural practices associated with optimum crop production and commercial production of selected field crops. --- # AGRO 212 — Grain & Forage Crop Management 3 credits · 3 hours Production and management practices for corn, soybeans, small grain, and forage crops common to Midwestern U.S. agriculture. Topics to be covered are growth and development, plant characteristics, crop quality, production practices including crop rotation, tillage, soil fertility, cultivar selection, planting strategies, pest management, and harvesting techniques that optimize production and sustains the natural resource base needed to produce high quality and high yielding crops. Principles of grain and forage crop management will also be utilized in solving on-farm problems. --- # AGRO 250 — Sustainable Gardening 4 credits · 4 hours Gardening and local food production has become increasingly popular as consumers have become more aware of sustainability and rising food costs. This course focuses on establishment and management practices for both small scale and field scale gardens that promote sustainability. Topics to be covered include plant characteristics, plant growth and development, techniques for establishing a garden, management methods for soil health, pests, weeds, and diseases. --- # AGRO 255 — Introduction to Horticulture and Greenhouse Production 3 credits · 3 hours This course offers an exploration of horticultural principles and practices, focusing on plant cultivation/propagation techniques, crop specific production practices, as well as general production practices that ensure a safe and healthy food supply for society as a whole while minimizing the impact of agriculture on the environment. Students will gain hands-on experience with growing and caring for a variety of plants while learning about the science and art behind sustainable horticulture. The course integrates theoretical knowledge with practical applications to prepare students for career… --- # AGRO 315 — Professional Development in Agriculture: Internship 4 credits · 4 hours An internship with a professionally relevant component. Students are responsible for finding internship opportunities. --- # AGRO 325 — Seed Science and Grain Grading 4 credits · 4 hours Seed formation and development, germination, maturation, dormancy, vigor, conditioning, and quality evaluation. Seed marketing, organization of the Federal Grain Inspection Agency, development and implementation of regulations governing grain inspection, procedures, techniques, and equipment used in grain grading. --- # AGRO 332 — Crop Quality, Traits, & Utilization 2 credits · 2 hours Pre- and post-harvest factors affecting the quality of corps. Characteristics, uses, and processing of major food crops. Crop marketing and food safety. --- # AGRO 341 — Principles of Pest Management 4 credits · 4 hours Effects of insects and diseases on agronomic crops. Identification of important groups of insect pests, causal agents, and diagnosis of major crop diseases. Analysis of hosts and the environmental factors influencing the increase and spread of crop pests. Emphasis on the use of integrated pest management strategies. --- # AGRO 390 — Introduction to Precision Agriculture 3 credits · 3 hours The course gives an overview of precision agriculture. Emphasis will be on the different technologies that are currently in use and their applications. Topics include geographical information systems, geographical positioning systems, geo-stationary satellite systems, remote sensing, soil/landscape variability, soil fertility, soil sampling and testing, data collection, processing and management, site-specific farm management, yield monitoring systems, yield maps, and economic considerations in site specific farming. --- # AGRO 415 — Professional Development in Agriculture: Senior Seminar-Capstone 2 credits · 2 hours Leadership, Decision-making and Problem-solving. Forum where students interact with professionals in the field of agronomy. Course will include presentations from speakers working in agricultural fields and lectures. Students will have to prepare position papers and solutions to current issues affecting Minnesota Agriculture. --- # AGRO 422 — Principles of Weed Science 3 credits · 3 hours This is an applied science course. The course covers: -The identification, biology, and ecology of weeds, -Weed management by cultural, mechanical, chemical, and biological means, -Integrated Weed Management, -Herbicides and factors influencing their use, -Sprayer calibration and dosage calculations, and -Laws and regulations governing herbicide use. --- # AGRO 440 — Plant Breeding 3 credits · 3 hours An introductory plant breeding course designed to provide the basic principles of cultivar development. Emphasis will be on traditional methods used in developing improved cultivars of field crops and the genetic principles on which breeding methods are based. Additional topics to be covered include biotechnology and germplasm preservation. --- # AGRO 450 — Issues in Sustainable Agriculture 2 credits · 2 hours This course examines the concept of sustainable agriculture by looking at the three major themes of sustainability. Students will be introduced to the social, economic, and environmental issues affecting agricultural sustainability. The patterns and trends of agricultural production systems will be examined and strategies for implementing sustainable agricultural enterprises discussed. This is a team-taught course and will include lectures, discussions, guest speakers, and field trips. --- # AGRO 454 — Experimental Design in Agriculture 4 credits · 4 hours This course deals with the design of experiments for agronomic and plant breeding research. Design, analysis, and interpretation of both field and greenhouse experiments will be discussed. --- # AGRO 494 — Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours Arranged Independent Study in Agronomy --- # AGSO 215 — Regenerative Grazing and Pasture Management 2 credits · 2 hours Students in this course will benefit from both experiential and theoretical learning opportunities as they examine the integration of crop and soil science, pasturage, plant breeding, climatology and integrated pest management disciplines. This course is an exciting chance to learn the principles of regenerative agriculture, and apply these ideas in a real-world pasture setting. Students will learn to evaluate and develop crop management strategies that make the most efficient use of natural resources such as manure, solar radiation, water, and soil, as well as other external inputs utilized… --- # AGSO 315 — Plant and Soil Nutrition 3 credits · 3 hours This course builds on the foundation of crop science and soil science to further investigate the relationship between soil and crop plants. Students will review basic concepts of plant nutrition and soil characteristics in order for students to identify connections and the symbiotic benefits of each component. Topics covered also include soil and plant uptake, deficiencies, toxicities, causes and remedies, as well as plant and soil analysis methods. --- # AGSO 499 — Internship Field Experience 2 credits · 2 hours The opportunity to pursue an internship is designed to supplement course materials with actual related work experience. Students are expected to integrate disciplinary knowledge into a real world setting. The student will submit weekly reports on work assignments as well as a report at the conclusion of the internship. This course is required for all Agricultural Solutions majors. Students are responsible for finding internship opportunities. --- # ANSC 101 — Introduction to Animal Science 3 credits · 3 hours The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of animal agriculture with a focus on management practices related to the health, husbandry, feeding, breeding, and marketing of beef and dairy cattle, small ruminants, swine, poultry, horses, and alternative agricultural species. This will be accomplished through lectures and hands-on experiences during laboratory sessions. Live animals will be used during laboratories in accordance with federal regulations, and all laboratories will be conducted with respect for the animals. --- # ANSC 111 — Introduction to Veterinary Medicine 2 credits · 2 hours This course offers students an orientation to the field of veterinary technology. Students become familiar with veterinary medical terminology, as well as role of the veterinary technician in the field of veterinary medicine. The course additionally provides students the opportunity to examine current and future employment opportunities and essential job duties. The course strongly emphasizes the key roles of professional attitudes and ethical responsibilities. --- # ANSC 131 — Beekeeping and Honey Production 2 credits · 2 hours Students in this course learn the life history and habits of the honey bee. The course offers opportunities to examine modem methods of apiary management, honey and wax production, and the utilization and maintenance of beehive equipment. Students also learn about pollination behaviors, and investigate the identity and control of bee diseases. --- # ANSC 141 — Horsemanship: Lecture and Lab 2 credits · 2 hours This course offers students the opportunity to learn the basic principles of superior horsemanship. The course includes both classroom and hands-on learning experiences. The course covers the practical and theoretical aspects of care, good grooming, safe handling, and healthy feeding practices. Students learn to recognize vital signs and common health problems. Students are also introduced to the equine industry, and become familiar with horse breeds and registry. --- # ANSC 201 — Animal Nutrition 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the principles of nutrition and feeding of domestic animals. Students learn about the necessary and science-based characteristics of feeds, and the fundamental nutritional requirements of livestock. The course includes a comparative study of farm animal digestive systems, and also covers the terminology and classification of feedstuffs and nutrient values. Students will learn to analyze and evaluate the importance of alternative feeding formulations for different animal types and classifications. The course will also focus on managing rations that are efficient, balance… --- # ANSC 251 — Introduction to Meat Science 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to the fundamentals of meat science and provides and an overview of the meat industry. Students learn about the nutritional qualities of meat as a food source, and understand the important aspects of fresh and processed meat technology. The course offers students the opportunity to study the structure of muscle, the conversion of muscle to meat, food safety, meat quality, color, cooking, grading, inspection, curing, and processing. --- # ANSC 301 — Animal Anatomy and Physiology 3 credits · 3 hours This course trains students to compare and identify anatomical structures and basic physiological body functions of domestic animals. The course includes a thorough review of animal body systems, including: muscular, skeletal, integumentary, histology, and special sense organs. The course also examines the integration of body regulatory systems of domestic animals. --- # ANSC 311 — Animal Reproduction Technologies 3 credits · 3 hours Students in this course will examine the technologies employed in manipulating reproduction in farm animals, including beef and dairy cattle, pigs, sheep, goats, horses and poultry. The course also introduces students to the commercial application of in-vitro produced cattle embryos, and familiarizes students with current and future reproductive technologies, such as cloning and the production of transgenic animals. Students will also explore the ethical implications of modern agricultural production methods. --- # ANSC 499 — Animal Science Internship 1 credits · 1 hours The opportunity to pursue an Animal Science internship is designed to supplement the academic content of SMSUs Animal Science program with actual related work experience. Students are expected to integrate disciplinary knowledge into a real world setting. The student will submit weekly reports on work assignments as well as a report at the conclusion of the internship. The number of credits allowed will depend on the magnitude of the internship. --- # ANTH 101 — General Anthropology 3 credits · 3 hours Provides a broad overview of the major sub-disciplines of Anthropology which include physical anthropology, archaeology, and cultural anthropology. The course will progress from the historical development of human evolution and adaptation to methods of documenting prehistoric cultural relations to exploring the similarities and differences of contemporary societies. --- # ANTH 116 — Cultural Anthropology 3 credits · 3 hours This course studies the scope of human diversity across cultures ranging from hunting-gathering bands to industrial states. The course balances an introduction to theoretical concepts with practical information about peoples and cultures. --- # ART 100 — Introduction to Visual Arts 3 credits · 3 hours Designed to introduce the basic studies student to the attitudes and philosophies that relate to creative production in the visual arts and to help develop a positive attitude to the arts through the study of theory, styles of art history, structure and periods of art combined with an active art gallery program. --- # ART 102 — Foundations of Art & Design 2D 3 credits · 3 hours In this course students explore the visual elements and the organizing principles of design in a 2D context. Various media will be used in studio assignments that investigate concepts covered in lectures and readings. A vocabulary will be established that will enable students to discuss their works in a group setting. --- # ART 103 — Foundations of Art and Design 3D 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to three-dimensional design, this course covers vocabulary and basic principles of art through a series of practical assignments designed to develop creative thinking and problem-solving skills. Students will work with various media and studio production methods to produce 3D work. Analysis of work will involve group discussion and formal critiques. --- # ART 150 — Art History I 3 credits · 3 hours A survey of major artists, work and style movements from the Ancient through Medieval periods in Western art. Topics include: prehistoric, Greek, and Roman in the Ancient era; and early Christian, Byzantine, Romanesque, and Gothic in the Medieval era. The goal of the course is to help students become critical observers of the different historical style periods that shaped the Western tradition in the arts by a variety of media including painting, sculpture, decorative arts, and architecture. --- # ART 151 — Art History II 3 credits · 3 hours A survey of the major movements, key artists, and art theories appearing in the visual arts from the 14th Century to the present. Topics will include the Renaissance, Mannerism, Baroque Period, Rococo Period, Neoclassicism, Romanticism, Realism, Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, Expressionism, Cubism, Futurism, Dada, Surrealism, Abstract Expressionism, Pop Art, Op Art, Minimalism, and Conceptualism. --- # ART 208 — Artists Course 1 credits · 1 hours This is an in depth study of the art works of one artist, artistic school, or movement from a select historical period and/or geographical region. --- # ART 209 — Artists: 3 credits · 3 hours This is an in depth study of the art works of one, two, or three artists, artistic schools or movements from select historical periods and/or geographical regions. --- # ART 220 — Drawing 4 credits · 4 hours An introduction to a wide range of basic drawing approaches and materials. This course is designed to develop the quality of students drawings. Students will explore how formal elements, techniques, and materials combine with cognitive meaning. Advanced students will focus on self-directed projects and the development of significant content. --- # ART 221 — Painting 4 credits · 4 hours An introduction to basic painting techniques and materials, focused on developing students painting skills. Students will explore how formal elements, techniques, and materials combine with cognitive meaning. Advanced students will focus on self-directed projects and the development of significant content. --- # ART 230 — Sculpture 4 credits · 4 hours To further students understanding of the three-dimensional form in space, and their ability to create and present it through creating methods, materials, tools, and techniques. Processes covered include: additive, subtractive, assemblage, fabrication, molds, and metal casting. The course is repeatable to improve competencies. Advanced students concentrate on personal creative directions and content. --- # ART 240 — Concepts of Graphic Communication 3 credits · 3 hours Intended as a foundational graphic design course. Students will study design principles and current industry methods and tools. In addition, design principles are discussed not only as they relate specifically to graphic communication, but also as they apply to other forms of communication. The course is project-based with assignments designed to reinforce design principles and develop skill using software and methods common to the graphic design profession. --- # ART 241 — Typography Survey 3 credits · 3 hours Intended as an introduction to typography, this course studies the fundamentals and development of typographic forms and principles of practical type selection and control. The course touches on history of type as well as current technology as it relates to type. Type design, classification, selection, and control techniques are studied in a hands-on environment that puts considerable emphasis on aesthetic considerations. It is recommended, but not required, that student take ART 240 prior to this course. --- # ART 242 — Digital Art 3 credits · 3 hours This course addresses creating art in a digital environment by using the industry-leading raster image editing software, Adobe Photoshop. The course not only covers how to use the software in-depth, but it covers methods and strategies for developing artistic concepts. --- # ART 245 — 2D Animation 3 credits · 3 hours Intended as an introduction to 2D animation, this course covers three main aspects of animation: character development, motion theory, and animation. These concepts will be learned through successful completion of skill-building exercises and projects. The objective is to learn effective and believable computer animation. --- # ART 260 — Sophomore Review 0 credits · 0 hours A formal faculty review of student progress. --- # ART 270 — Art Education/Elementary 3 credits · 3 hours A course for students interested in learning to stimulate childrens creative visual expression. It is organized to develop insight into childrens expression as well as understanding and discovering their environment. Basic art concepts, motivations, developmental characteristics, and curriculum are also presented. --- # ART 286 — Topics in Art 3 credits · 3 hours To provide instruction in topics of special interest that will not be covered thoroughly in other art courses. --- # ART 292 — Honors Credit in Art 1 credits · 1 hours An independent study course designed primarily for Honors Program students. This course allows more in-depth or comprehensive study or research by certain students concurrently enrolled in at least one other Art course. --- # ART 320 — Drawing 4 credits · 4 hours An introduction to a wide range of basic drawing approaches and materials. This course is designed to develop the quality of students drawings. Students will explore how formal elements, techniques, and materials combine with cognitive meaning. Advanced students will focus on self-directed projects and the development of significant content. --- # ART 321 — Painting 4 credits · 4 hours An introduction to basic painting techniques and materials, focused on developing students painting skills. Students will explore how formal elements, techniques, and materials combine with cognitive meaning. Advanced students will focus on self-directed projects and the development of significant content. --- # ART 322 — Printmaking 4 credits · 4 hours To develop an understanding of traditional and contemporary hand printing processes through the editioning process, and to explore the two-dimensional image and its relationship to these processes. Emphasis is on experimentation and individual creative expression. --- # ART 326 — Figure Drawing 4 credits · 4 hours This course introduces the human form as subject matter. Emphasis will be on structure of the human form, as well as artistic anatomy and drawing from observation in the students initial enrollment. Subsequent enrollment builds on this foundation and emphasizes individual expression of artistic form and use of the figure in content exploration. Note: Life study drawing includes use of nude models. --- # ART 330 — Sculpture 4 credits · 4 hours To further students understanding of the three-dimensional form in space, and their ability to create and present it through creating methods, materials, tools, and techniques. Processes covered include: additive, subtractive, assemblage, fabrication, molds, and metal casting. The course is repeatable to improve competencies. Advanced students concentrate on personal creative directions and content. --- # ART 331 — Ceramics 4 credits · 4 hours A course structured to meet the needs of both beginning and advanced students. All ceramic processes are available for exploration. Individual creative exploration and production is encouraged. Basic processes are learned in functional pottery, hand-built constructions, glazes, and firing methods. --- # ART 343 — Digital Photography 4 credits · 4 hours The emphasis of this course will be on the use of a digital camera as a tool for artistic expression. Students will study basic photo aesthetics, composition through the lens, color manipulation through external factors, selective focus, motion capture and media distinctive of electronic cameras. Image manipulation will not be emphasized in this course, rather the class will dwell on the unique qualities of photography as a tool for looking at the world and as a means of individual and artistic expression. --- # ART 344 — Illustration 3 credits · 3 hours A technical course intended to cover a variety of styles, techniques, and issues related to graphics manipulated for commercial purposes. This class is not intended to teach drawing but instead builds upon previous drawing experience. May include airbrush, computer art, and/or traditional materials and themes. Students are encouraged to develop a personal illustrative style or a unique use of a technique. --- # ART 348 — Graphic Design Studio 4 credits · 4 hours This repeatable course focuses on creating and presenting quality work suitable for portfolio inclusion. Students will learn principles of visual communication through several individual and team projects covering identity, advertising, promotional, package, exhibit, environmental, information, wayfinding, and instructional design. Regular participation in critiques and discussion are required. Advanced students will initiate self-directed projects that reflect fast-paced work habits and professional practice. --- # ART 350 — Contemporary Art History 3 credits · 3 hours A study of the major movements, key artists and the theories appearing in the visual arts from the 1940s to the present. An examination of key works of art from these movements informed by formal, cultural and historical analysis of them. Topics include the cultural, historic, political context surrounding artworks made in every region of the world in the contemporary time period. --- # ART 351 — History of Graphic Design 3 credits · 3 hours A survey of the history of graphic design from its roots in pre-alphabetic visual communication through to modern trends and new medias for the twenty-first century. The course examines major design movements as they relate and diverge from periods in fine arts and the development of print technologies. Special attention will be given to developments of the Arts & Crafts movement, Art Nouveau, Pictorial Modernism, the Bauhaus, Swiss/International typographic style, The New York School, Post Modern Design and current trends. --- # ART 352 — Women in Art 3 credits · 3 hours Students will gain an understanding of the social and historical environment, aesthetics, and legacy of women as artist and subject through an examination of selected examples found in the visual arts from the Ancient, Medieval, Renaissance and Modern eras. --- # ART 355 — American Art History 3 credits · 3 hours Survey of the arts of North America, including indigenous, colonial European influence, folk traditions, African American and womens art in a variety of media such as painting, sculpture, decorative arts, and architecture. The goal of the course is to make the students aware of the arts of different historical periods and how the changing culture of North America is reflected in them. This course will cover pre-1940 in most media. --- # ART 360 — Junior Review 1 credits · 1 hours A formal faculty review of student progress. Student artistic development is evaluated by the whole art faculty. Student is given the opportunity to discuss their personal stylistic development. --- # ART 370 — Art Education/Secondary 3 credits · 3 hours Designed to provide the art education major with the applied psychological, philosophical, and educational information to effectively teach art in the secondary school. --- # ART 386 — Topics in Art 2 credits · 2 hours To provide instruction in topics of special interest that will not be covered thoroughly in other art courses. --- # ART 394 — Directed Studies 1 credits · 1 hours Course of study developed with supervising instructor. --- # ART 443 — Advanced Digital Photography 4 credits · 4 hours The emphasis of this course will be digital photographic content development. Students will propose the content they wish to explore under the professors direction. Students will receive direction based on their individual proposal and needs. --- # ART 460 — Graduation Exhibition: Senior Review 0 credits · 0 hours Final performance and capstone course for Art: studio emphasis majors. --- # ART 461 — Graphic Design Graduation Project: Senior Review 0 credits · 0 hours Final performance and capstone course for Graphic Design Emphasis majors. --- # ART 499 — Graphic Design Internship 2 credits · 2 hours Individually arranged internships within the broad area of design. Must be proposed and approved by instructor prior to enrollment. --- # ART 521 — Advanced Problems in Painting 4 credits · 4 hours This low residency graduate studio class is a hybrid experience of online and on campus study. This course is designed to give students a focused experience working within a topic while allowing them to develop a body of work that reflects research, an advanced skill level and personal content. This class is a hybrid combining online and on campus segments to allow students to develop a body of work related to a topic/process over the summer session. The class is structured in three parts. Prerequisite: 300 level studio classes or permission of instructor. --- # ART 543 — Advanced Photography 4 credits · 4 hours This low residency graduate studio class is a hybrid experience of online and on campus study. This course is designed to give students a focused experience working within a topic while allowing them to develop a body of work that reflects research, an advanced skill level and personal content. Prerequisite: An advanced digital art photography course or its equivalent, or permission of instructor. --- # ART 551 — Research Methods in Art History 3 credits · 3 hours This is an advanced art history class focusing on research methods while furthering knowledge in special topics in art history. Prerequisite: ENG 151 or an academic writing course, or permission of the instructor. Prerequisites: ENG 151 --- # BIOL 100 — Biology in the Modern World 3 credits · 3 hours A study of the major themes in biology including the nature of life, genetics, evolution, ecology and biological diversity. --- # BIOL 100L — Biology in Modern World Lab 1 credits · 1 hours A study of the major themes in biology including the nature of life, genetics, evolution, ecology and biological diversity. --- # BIOL 104 — Medical Terminology 1 credits · 1 hours A presentation of the basic principles inherent in the formation of medical terms. Students will develop a medical vocabulary of common and contemporary terms. --- # BIOL 120 — Conservation Biology 3 credits · 3 hours This course will provide an interdisciplinary introduction to the biologic processes that generate and maintain biological diversity, the value of biodiversity to human societies and natural ecosystems, the causes and environmental and human consequences of biodiversity loss, and biodiversity conservation. Core concepts include evolution, ecological-evolutionary interactions, ecosystem services, and conservation strategies. --- # BIOL 120L — Conservation Biology Lab 1 credits · 1 hours This course will provide an interdisciplinary introduction to the biologic processes that generate and maintain biological diversity, the value of biodiversity to human societies and natural ecosystems, the causes and environmental and human consequences of biodiversity loss, and biodiversity conservation. Core concepts include evolution, ecological-evolutionary interactions, ecosystem services, and conservation strategies. --- # BIOL 150 — Physiological Anatomy for Non-science Majors 3 credits · 3 hours A lecture-laboratory course designed for the non-major to study human anatomy and physiology with emphasis on the structure and function of the systems of the body. Special emphasis will be placed on skeletal and muscular systems, as well as the cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous, endocrine, renal, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. --- # BIOL 150L — Physiological Anatomy for Non-science Majors Lab 1 credits · 1 hours A lecture-laboratory course designed for the non-major to study human anatomy and physiology with emphasis on the structure and function of the systems of the body. Special emphasis will be placed on skeletal and muscular systems, as well as the cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous, endocrine, renal, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. --- # BIOL 186 — Special Topics in Biology 1 credits · 1 hours A study of topics in biology not normally provided as part of the curriculum. --- # BIOL 200 — Introduction to Cellular Biology 3 credits · 3 hours This is an introductory level course emphasizing the basic cellular/molecular aspects of biology including scientific inquiry, biological molecules, cell structure and function, metabolism, cell division, and genetics. --- # BIOL 200L — Introduction to Cellular Biology Lab 1 credits · 1 hours This is an introductory level course emphasizing the basic cellular/molecular aspects of biology including scientific inquiry, biological molecules, cell structure and function, metabolism, cell division, and genetics. --- # BIOL 201 — Introduction to Biodiversity & Evolution 4 credits · 4 hours This course is an introduction to plant and animal diversity with an emphasis on evolutionary relationships of organisms and the ways in which these organisms interact and function in ecological communities. Core concepts include evolution, plant and animal phylogeny and classification, and energy flow through ecosystems. This course is one part of a two course introductory biology sequence intended for biology majors. --- # BIOL 203 — Basic Microbiology for Allied Health 3 credits · 3 hours This is an introductory level course that introduces the core concepts and basic principles of microbiology, examining microorganisms and how they interact with humans and the environment. Topics include cellular structure, viruses, microbial nutrition, genetics, methods of controlling growth, and the interactions of bacteria and viruses with humans. --- # BIOL 203L — Basic Microbiology for Allied Health lab 1 credits · 1 hours This lab accompanies Biol203 lecture and covers basic laboratory skills recommended in the American society for microbiology (ASM) curriculum guidelines for undergraduate microbiology in nursing and allied health (MINAH) including proper handling of microorganisms, techniques to isolate and enrich microorganisms, procedures for identification of microorganisms, methods to quantify microbes, and microscopy. --- # BIOL 205 — Basic Anatomy and Physiology I 3 credits · 3 hours This is the first semester of a two-semester course designed to introduce allied health majors and non-science majors to the fundamentals of anatomy (body structures) and physiology (body functions). This semester, the emphasis is on basic cell biology, histology, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems. Diseases, disorders, drug actions, and therapeutic procedures will be used to reinforce basic concepts of normal anatomy and physiology. --- # BIOL 205L — Basic Anatomy and Physiology I Lab 1 credits · 1 hours This is the first semester of a two-semester lab course designed to introduce allied health students and non-science majors to the fundamentals of anatomy (body structures) and physiology (body functions). This semester, the emphasis is on basic cell biology, histology, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems. --- # BIOL 206 — Basic Anatomy and Physiology II 3 credits · 3 hours This is the second semester of a two-semester course designed to introduce allied health majors and non-science majors to the fundamentals of anatomy and physiology. This semester, the emphasis is on the cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, immune, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems, and metabolism, fluid/electrolyte, and acid/base balance. Diseases, disorders, drug actions, and therapeutic procedures will be used to reinforce basic concepts of normal anatomy and physiology. --- # BIOL 206L — Basic Anatomy and Physiology II Lab 1 credits · 1 hours This is the second semester of a two-semester lab course designed to introduce allied health majors and non-science majors to the fundamentals of anatomy (body structures) and physiology (body functions). This semester, the emphasis is on the cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, immune, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. --- # BIOL 286 — Topics in Biology 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to guide students in identifying career goals and to relate those goals to their academic major(s) and coursework. Students will write a curriculum vitae, a resume, and develop a calendar plan with timelines to meet their coursework and career goals. This course will provide the student with skills and knowledge needed to apply for jobs, graduate schools, and professional programs. The course is designed primarily for freshman and sophomore students but can be taken by students at all levels. --- # BIOL 287 — Sophomore Biology Seminar 1 credits · 1 hours In this course, students will learn to find, read, analyze, and evaluate published research in biology. The skills developed in this course will be used to prepare the student for advanced biology courses and the requisite seminar presentation in BIOL 487 . --- # BIOL 292 — Honors Credit in Biology 1 credits · 1 hours An independent study course designed primarily for Honors Program students. This course allows more in-depth or comprehensive study or research by certain students concurrently enrolled in at least one other Biology course. --- # BIOL 302 — Botany 3 credits · 3 hours Introduction to plant anatomy, physiology, growth, and development. Topics also include plant ecology, biotechnology, and human uses of plants. --- # BIOL 302L — Botany Lab 1 credits · 1 hours Introduction to plant anatomy, physiology, growth, and development. Topics also include plant ecology, biotechnology, and human uses of plants. --- # BIOL 303 — Microbiology 3 credits · 3 hours Functional and structural diversity of bacteria, protozoans, fungi and viruses; environmental, economic, and pathogenic significance of representative forms. --- # BIOL 303L — Microbiology Lab 2 credits · 2 hours Functional and structural diversity of bacteria, protozoans, fungi and viruses; environmental, economic, and pathogenic significance of representative forms. --- # BIOL 305 — Human Anatomy & Physiology I 3 credits · 3 hours Lecture and lab exercises covering basic anatomical and directional terminology; selected principles of cell biology; histology; and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and endocrine systems. Course designed for science and allied health majors. --- # BIOL 305L — Human Anatomy & Physiology I Lab 1 credits · 1 hours Lecture and lab exercises covering basic anatomical and directional terminology; selected principles of cell biology; histology; and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and endocrine systems. Course designed for science and allied health majors. --- # BIOL 306 — Human Anatomy & Physiology II 3 credits · 3 hours Lecture and lab exercises covering the cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, immune, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems; metabolism; fluid/electrolyte and acid/base balance. --- # BIOL 306L — Human Anatomy & Physiology II Lab 1 credits · 1 hours Lecture and lab exercises covering the cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, immune, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems; metabolism; fluid/electrolyte and acid/base balance. --- # BIOL 309 — Invertebrate Zoology 3 credits · 3 hours A survey of major invertebrate phyla, including structure, function, evolutionary relationships, life histories, adaptations, and health and/or economic importance. --- # BIOL 309L — Invertebrate Zoology Laboratory 1 credits · 1 hours A survey of major invertebrate phyla, including structure, function, evolutionary relationships, life histories, adaptations, and health and/or economic importance. --- # BIOL 310 — Vertebrate Zoology 3 credits · 3 hours A survey of vertebrates including discussion of characteristics of each class, representative species, and adaptations for survival and reproduction. Lab emphasizes vertebrates in the Midwest. --- # BIOL 310L — Vertebrate Zoology Lab 1 credits · 1 hours A survey of vertebrates including discussion of characteristics of each class, representative species, and adaptations for survival and reproduction. Lab emphasizes vertebrates in the Midwest. --- # BIOL 311 — Ecology 3 credits · 3 hours Discussion of ecosystem structure and function, population ecology, evolution, and applied ecology. Lab emphasizes field experiments. --- # BIOL 311L — Ecology Lab 1 credits · 1 hours Discussion of ecosystem structure and function, population ecology, evolution, and applied ecology. Lab emphasizes field experiments. --- # BIOL 321 — Genetics 3 credits · 3 hours An analysis of hereditary principles covering classical Mendelian inheritance and recent advances in molecular genetics. Expression and inheritance of characteristics in eukaryotes. --- # BIOL 321L — Genetics Lab 1 credits · 1 hours An analysis of hereditary principles covering classical Mendelian inheritance and recent advances in molecular genetics. Expression and inheritance of characteristics in eukaryotes. --- # BIOL 326 — Animal Behavior 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines mechanisms and evolutionary processes that drive animal behavior. Topics include communication, social organization, imprinting, courtship and mating, & agonistic behavior, among others. --- # BIOL 326L — Animal Behavior Lab 1 credits · 1 hours This course examines mechanisms and evolutionary processes that drive animal behavior, including but not limited to communication, social organization, imprinting, courtship and mating, & agonistic behavior. Laboratory sessions allow students to gain hands-on experiences in many of these areas. --- # BIOL 333 — Histology 3 credits · 3 hours techniques and microscopic anatomy of selected animal tissues. --- # BIOL 337 — Natural Medicines & Clinical Trials 3 credits · 3 hours An investigation into the medicinal use of drugs and supplements derived from plants and other natural sources, and how to evaluate evidence about the safety and efficacy of these medicines. Topics include characteristics of good clinical trials, how plant-derived drugs are developed, how drug mechanisms are studied, psychoactive drugs from plants, and history of some natural medicines. --- # BIOL 338 — Plant Diversity 3 credits · 3 hours A survey of the diversity of plants, their life cycles, evolutionary relationships among major groups as well as plant distribution and factors affecting distribution. --- # BIOL 338L — Plant Diversity Lab 1 credits · 1 hours A survey of the diversity of plants, their life cycles, evolutionary relationships among major groups as well as plant distribution and factors affecting distribution. --- # BIOL 371 — Food Microbiology 2 credits · 2 hours This course is a study of the nature, physiology, and interactions of microorganisms in food. Emphasis is placed on food-borne illness, food spoilage, food preservation, food fermentations, microbial standards, identification and detection of microbes in food, and sanitation and quality control of foods. --- # BIOL 371L — Food Microbiology Lab 2 credits · 2 hours This course is a study of the nature, physiology, and interactions of microorganisms in food. Emphasis is placed on food-borne illness, food spoilage, food preservation, food fermentations, microbial standards, identification and detection of microbes in food, and sanitation and quality control of foods. --- # BIOL 377 — Principles of Nutrition 3 credits · 3 hours A course focused on the biology of the digestive system, cellular functions of the macro- and micro-nutrients, diseases of malnutrition, and critical evaluation of nutrition research. --- # BIOL 401 — Evolution 3 credits · 3 hours Introduction to the concept of evolution, origin and types of genetic variation, modes of selection, and evidence for the evolutionary process. --- # BIOL 401L — Evolution Lab 1 credits · 1 hours Introduction to the concept of evolution, origin and types of genetic variation, modes of selection, and evidence for the evolutionary process. Laboratory experiences complement the lectures and discussions. --- # BIOL 403 — Ornithology 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to ornithology, including the anatomy, physiology, ecology, behavior, life history, classification, and identification of birds. --- # BIOL 403L — Ornithology Laboratory 1 credits · 1 hours An introduction to ornithology, including the anatomy, physiology, ecology, behavior, life history, classification, and identification of birds. Lab emphasizes identification of birds by sight and sound; The lab class to accompany BIOL 403 lecture. --- # BIOL 405 — Insect Ecology & Diversity 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to entomology, including the biology, ecology, diversity, and classification of insects. Emphasis is placed on the ecological, agricultural, health, and economic importance of insects. --- # BIOL 405L — Insect Ecology & Diversity Lab 1 credits · 1 hours An introduction to entomology, including the biology, ecology, diversity, and classification of insects. Emphasis is placed on the ecological, agricultural, health, and economic importance of insects; The lab class to accompany BIOL 405 lecture. --- # BIOL 407 — Restoration Science and Management, 4 credits · 4 hours An introduction to the ecological principles and management practices used in restoring and rehabilitating wildland and semi-natural ecosystems after alteration or disturbance. Examines the scientific and ethical foundations of restoration as well as the social, economic, and political forces that impinge on any restoration project. Includes practical hands-on experience in restoration activities. --- # BIOL 425 — Advanced Cell Biology 3 credits · 3 hours A critical evaluation of recent research on cellular structures and phenomena, with a special emphasis on the technological and methodological advances that have facilitated this research. --- # BIOL 430 — Gross Anatomy and Human Movement 3 credits · 3 hours This course explores human gross anatomy, and examines human movement through the study of functional anatomy, musculoskeletal relationships and body systems integration. Students will explore how various body systems work together to create and control movement. Using virtual cadaver technology, students will study detailed anatomical structures and their role in movement production, with emphasis on muscle function, joint actions, and neurological control. Laboratory sessions combine movement analysis with virtual dissection to enhance understanding of human anatomy and system relationships… --- # BIOL 461 — Immunology 3 credits · 3 hours Course will address the basics and applications of immunologic functions and will enable the student to understand one of the basic protective systems in humans. --- # BIOL 471 — Virology 3 credits · 3 hours Course is designed to address the structure, classification, and diagnosis of major viral pathogens; and the viral diseases affecting humans and animals. --- # BIOL 486 — Advanced Topics in Biology 1 credits · 1 hours This course will provide the student with skills and knowledge needed to apply for jobs, graduate schools, and professional programs. The student will learn to write professional statements and cover letters, as well as learn interviewing skills. The student will gain experience through a number of mock interviews. The course is designed primarily for junior and senior students. --- # BIOL 487 — Senior Biology Seminar 1 credits · 1 hours An applied learning experience which involves critical evaluation of biological research articles, scientific writing, and oral seminar presentation. --- # BIOL 494 — Directed Studies in Biology 1 credits · 1 hours Independent research, directed by a faculty member, which may be laboratory research, library research, or other experiences approved by the Biology Program. --- # BIOL 499 — Internship in Biology 1 credits · 1 hours Supervised experiences in learning situations that cannot be obtained on campus. --- # BIOL 589 — Special Topics in Biology 1 credits · 1 hours Advanced interdisciplinary study of the biological sciences. Intensive lectures, literature reviews, and discussions on fundamental and contemporary topics that have shaped and continue to shape our understanding of natural systems. Topics vary based on the interests of the students and the instructor. --- # BLAW 305 — Business Law I: Legal Environment and Contract Law 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to the basic elements of law and the legal system. Topics include: common law liability (torts); product liability; criminal law; and commercial transactions (Common Law Contracts & UCC Sales). The student should be able to analyze situations and then apply the law to it. --- # BLAW 355 — Business Law II: Commercial and Financial Law 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a study of the basics of commercial/finance law. Major coverage areas include: the Uniform Commercial Code; Business Organizations; Agency Law; and Personal Property. --- # CHEM 100 — Nursing Chemistry 3 credits · 3 hours Introduces concepts and principles of chemistry and scientific measurements with an emphasis on applications to the health sciences. Topics include atomic and molecular structure, bonding, chemical notation, nomenclature, stoichiometry, common organic functional groups, and the most important classes of biological molecules. --- # CHEM 100L — Nursing Chemistry Lab 1 credits · 1 hours Introduces concepts and principles of chemistry and scientific measurements with an emphasis on applications to the health sciences. Topics include atomic and molecular structure, bonding, chemical notation, nomenclature, stoichiometry, common organic functional groups, and the most important classes of biological molecules. --- # CHEM 110 — Our Chemical World 3 credits · 3 hours An introductory course for non-science majors emphasizing elementary concepts of chemistry as they relate to society and the environment. May not be used as a prerequisite for any other chemistry course. --- # CHEM 110L — Our Chemical World Lab 1 credits · 1 hours An introductory course for non-science majors emphasizing elementary concepts of chemistry as they relate to society and the environment. May not be used as a prerequisite for any other chemistry course. --- # CHEM 111 — Chemistry in Our Daily Lives 3 credits · 3 hours Lecture focuses on the specific chemicals and chemical systems that are encountered in homes and on farms, and includes the effect they have on a persons immediate environment and health. Laboratory work uses mainly chemicals obtained from stores to reinforce the connection between chemical theory and practice. May not be used as a prerequisite for any other chemistry course. --- # CHEM 111L — Chemistry in Our Daily Lives Lab 1 credits · 1 hours Lecture focuses on the specific chemicals and chemical systems that are encountered in homes and on farms, and includes the effect they have on a persons immediate environment and health. Laboratory work uses mainly chemicals obtained from stores to reinforce the connection between chemical theory and practice. May not be used as a prerequisite for any other chemistry course. --- # CHEM 121 — Basic Chemistry 3 credits · 3 hours For students interested in agriculture, foods, health, or technology. Introduces basic concepts and fundamental principles of chemistry with an emphasis on applications to the above areas. The required preparation for this course is three years of high school mathematics or MATH 060 . --- # CHEM 121L — Basic Chemistry Lab 1 credits · 1 hours For students interested in agriculture, foods, health, or technology. Introduces basic concepts and fundamental principles of chemistry with an emphasis on applications to the above areas. --- # CHEM 122 — Introductory Organic/Biochemistry 3 credits · 3 hours For students interested in agriculture, foods, health, or technology. Brief study of organic and biochemistry with an emphasis on applications to the above areas. --- # CHEM 122L — Introduction to Organic/Biochemistry Lab 1 credits · 1 hours For students interested in agriculture, foods, health, or technology. Brief study of organic and biochemistry with an emphasis on applications to the above areas. --- # CHEM 186 — Special Topics in Chemistry 1 credits · 1 hours --- # CHEM 231 — General Chemistry I 3 credits · 3 hours First course in chemistry for students majoring in a science. Topics include chemical and physical properties of matter, atomic and molecular structure, bonding, chemical notation, inorganic nomenclature, stoichiometry, and periodic laws. The required preparation for this course is three years of high school mathematics or MATH 110 . --- # CHEM 231L — General Chemistry I Lab 1 credits · 1 hours First course in chemistry for students majoring in a science. Topics include chemical and physical properties of matter, atomic and molecular structure, bonding, chemical notation, inorganic nomenclature, stoichiometry, and periodic laws. --- # CHEM 232 — General Chemistry II 3 credits · 3 hours Continuation of CHEM 231 . Topics include molecular bonding and shapes, equilibrium, kinetics, and acid/base chemistry. Descriptive inorganic chemistry is emphasized. Laboratory work includes experiments related to the lecture material including qualitative inorganic analysis. --- # CHEM 232L — General Chemistry II Lab 2 credits · 2 hours Continuation of CHEM 231 . Topics include thermodynamics, equilibrium, kinetics, acid/base chemistry, oxidation and reduction, descriptive inorganic chemistry, and nuclear chemistry. Laboratory work includes experiments related to the lecture material including quantitative analysis and qualitative inorganic analysis. --- # CHEM 243 — Analytical Chemistry I 5 credits · 5 hours Introduction, theory, and hands-on application of instrumentation used in Chemical, Medical, Pharmaceutical, Environmental, Agrochemical, and Food industries. Topics may include titrimetric and gravimetric analyses, spectroscopy, chromatography, and electrochemistry. --- # CHEM 286 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours A study of more advanced topics in chemistry not normally provided as part of the curriculum. --- # CHEM 292 — Honors Credit in Chemistry 1 credits · 1 hours An independent study course designed primarily for Honors Program students. This course allows more in-depth or comprehensive study or research by certain students concurrently enrolled in at least one other chemistry course. --- # CHEM 320 — Soil Chemistry 3 credits · 3 hours Fundamentals of soil chemical properties and processes at the mineral/water interface important for the sound management of soil resources. Topics include sorption/desorption of inorganic and organic compounds, distributive reactivity models, mobile/immobile sorption domains, bioavailability of nutrients and contaminants, oxidation/reduction, solid-phase equilibria, soil organic matter, soil mineralogy, ion exchange complexation, soil acidity, and saline/sodic soils. --- # CHEM 333 — Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry 4 credits · 4 hours A study of bonding theories, structure, stereochemistry, and acid base reactivity of inorganic compounds with an emphasis on main group elements. Symmetry and group theory, topics related to transition metal complexes, coordination chemistry, and instrumentation in inorganic chemistry are discussed. --- # CHEM 344 — Instrumental Analysis 4 credits · 4 hours Theory and techniques of modern instrumental methods of qualitative and quantitative analysis. Techniques covered include spectroscopic methods, chromatography, mass spectrometry, and electroanalytical methods. --- # CHEM 351 — Organic Chemistry I 3 credits · 3 hours An examination of the principle functional groups of carbon compounds and the relationship of their structure to physical and chemical properties. Laboratory work includes chemical and instrumental methods of structure elucidation. --- # CHEM 351L — Organic Chemistry I Lab 2 credits · 2 hours An examination of the principle functional groups of carbon compounds and the relationship of their structure to physical and chemical properties. Laboratory work includes chemical and instrumental methods of structure elucidation. --- # CHEM 352 — Organic Chemistry II 3 credits · 3 hours Continuation of CHEM 351 . --- # CHEM 352L — Organic Chemistry II Lab 2 credits · 2 hours Continuation of CHEM 351 . --- # CHEM 353L — Organic Spectroscopic Analysis 2 credits · 2 hours Students in this laboratory course receive training on the acquisition and analysis of spectroscopic data from organic compounds. The focus of the course is Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectroscopy but additional techniques may include Infrared (IR) Spectroscopy, Mass Spectroscopy (MS), and Ultraviolet/Visible (UV/Vis) Spectroscopy. --- # CHEM 363 — Basic Physical Chemistry 4 credits · 4 hours An introduction to chemical thermodynamics and its applications; chemical kinetics; and the kinetic theory of gases (lecture and laboratory). --- # CHEM 364 — Chemical Thermodynamics and Kinetics 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to chemical thermodynamics and its applications; chemical kinetics; and the kinetic theory of gases. --- # CHEM 364L — Chemical Thermodynamics and Kinetics Laboratory 1 credits · 1 hours Laboratory to accompany CHEM 364 --- # CHEM 365 — Quantum Chemistry and Spectroscopy 3 credits · 3 hours Quantum mechanics and its applications to molecular structure and spectroscopy; statistical mechanics of molecules; and chemical reaction dynamics. --- # CHEM 365L — Quantum Chemistry and Spectroscopy Laboratory 1 credits · 1 hours Laboratory to accompany CHEM 365 --- # CHEM 373 — Biochemistry 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines the fundamental structures, reactions, and metabolism of biologically important compounds, including amino acids, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids. --- # CHEM 373L — Biochemistry Lab 1 credits · 1 hours Structure, reactions and metabolism of biologically important compounds. --- # CHEM 420 — Chemistry Seminar 1 credits · 1 hours Use of the chemical literature, current developments in research, technical speaking and writing. --- # CHEM 437 — Adv Inorganic Chemistry 3 credits · 3 hours A study of advanced topics in inorganic chemistry, focusing on the development of and current trends in main group and transition-metal coordination, organometallic, and inorganic soil chemistry. --- # CHEM 447 — Advanced Analytical Chemistry 3 credits · 3 hours Advanced theory and application of topics introduced in Analytical Chemistry I ( CHEM 243 ). Subjects may include electrochemistry, chromatography, and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. --- # CHEM 457 — Advanced Organic Chemistry 3 credits · 3 hours Transition states, reactive intermediates, free energy relationships, and kinetic isotope effects in the elucidation of reaction mechanisms. --- # CHEM 467 — Computational Chemistry 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to current quantum mechanical methods of computing molecular structure and spectra as well as chemical reaction dynamics. Common semi-empirical methods are discussed as are Hartree-Fock and density functional methods. Both theory and practical experience with computer calculations are included. --- # CHEM 470 — Advanced Laboratory 1 credits · 1 hours An introduction to the integrated practice of chemical science, including the use of primary chemical literature, laboratory research, and reporting research results in papers and seminars. May be repeated for additional credit. Students completing 3 credits or more of Advanced Laboratory must complete an independent laboratory research project and report its results in a major paper as well as in a public seminar. --- # CHEM 486 — Advanced Topics 1 credits · 1 hours Organometallics, nonaqueous solution reactions, solid-state chemistry, polymers, computers in chemistry, environmental chemistry, or similar topics. --- # CHEM 494 — Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours Arranged Independent Study in Chemistry --- # CHEM 499 — Internship in Chemistry 1 credits · 1 hours Supervised work in chemistry that takes place off campus. Prior approval of the project and credits to be taken, and final report are required by the Chemistry Program. --- # CHEM 543 — Quantitative Chemical Analysis 4 credits · 4 hours Advanced theory and application of classic wet-bench analytical chemistry techniques. Topics may include: chemical measurements, experimental error, statistics, activity coefficients, coupled chemical equilibria, polyprotic acid/base chemistry, gravimetric and volumetric analyses, and electrochemistry. A completed undergraduate degree in either Chemistry or Chemical Education is required to register for this course. --- # CHEM 564 — Thermodynamics, Equilibrium, and Kinetics for Teachers 2 credits · 2 hours Chemical thermodynamics and its applications to chemical equilibrium. Equilibrium calculations including applications to chemical analysis. Elementary theories of chemical reaction rates. Related laboratory exercises with emphasis on applications to teaching of high school chemistry. --- # CHEM 567 — Educational Applications of Computational Chemistry 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to current quantum mechanical methods of computing molecular structure and spectra. Common semi-empirical methods are discussed as are Hartree-Fock and density functional methods. Both theory and practical experience with computer calculations are included. Applications of these methods to instruction in introductory chemistry courses are emphasized, including visualization of molecular orbitals, understanding molecular shapes, and predicting chemical properties and spectra. --- # CHEM 589 — Special Topics in Chemistry 1 credits · 1 hours Advanced interdisciplinary study of the chemical sciences. Intensive lectures, literature reviews, and discussions on fundamental and contemporary topics that have shaped and continue to shape our understanding of chemical systems. Topics vary based on the interests of the students and the instructor. --- # COMM 110 — Essentials of Public Presentations 3 credits · 3 hours In this course students learn how to deliver effective oral presentations for various audiences and occasions. Students practice ethical listening skills as preparation for engaged citizenship. This course is required to fulfill Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 1: Communication. --- # COMM 111 — Professional Proficiency in Public Speaking 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to provide teacher licensure candidates a means of certifying professional proficiency in public speaking as required for admission into the teacher education program. It is not intended as a substitute for the required oral communication course in Goal 1 of the LEP/MNTC but rather a means of meeting teacher licensure standards. May NOT be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: Consent of instructor. Only students with an existing bachelors degree who are pursuing teaching licensure that requires evidence of professional proficiency in public speaking will be allowed to t… --- # COMM 112 — Multicamera Television Production 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to basic television studio techniques. Students will develop skills in operating control room and studio equipment, producing, and directing. --- # COMM 114 — Essentials of Single Camera Field Production 3 credits · 3 hours The application of portable camera usage and editing techniques used in single camera field production. Students will develop skills in preproduction planning, scripting, remote shooting, directing, and editing. --- # COMM 161 — Speech Activities: Public Address 0 credits · 0 hours Participation in intercollegiate speech competition where students will research, write, and deliver an original speech. --- # COMM 162 — Broadcasting & Digital Media Activities 1 credits · 1 hours Practical experience in media program production and performance through functional involvement in the operation of the campus media production facilities. May be repeated. --- # COMM 200 — Small Group Communication 3 credits · 3 hours The theory and application of problem-solving questions of fact, value and policy utilizing group dynamics and effective leadership styles. Active and critical listening are integral components of the course. --- # COMM 205 — Podcasting and Audio Production 3 credits · 3 hours Students will learn audio recording and editing techniques, storytelling fundamentals, interviewing skills, and sound design. The course emphasizes hands-on learning, preparing students to produce professional-grade podcasts for careers in media, journalism, marketing, and education. --- # COMM 210 — Introduction to Public Relations 3 credits · 3 hours A course designed to acquaint students with the principles and practices of public relations. --- # COMM 220 — Storytelling in Modern Communication 3 credits · 3 hours This course will examine and explore classic and emerging forms of storytelling in the modern world. Students will learn the basic theory of storytelling in the areas of public address, interpersonal relationships, digital media, and public relations. --- # COMM 228 — Exploring Diversity Through Family Storytelling 3 credits · 3 hours Explores the role of family stories as an art form, as a means of handing down values, knowledge, and self-understanding. Stories will be captured using a variety of media and analyzed as to their significance. --- # COMM 230 — Interpersonal and Cross-Cultural Communication 3 credits · 3 hours A course that studies the nature of building effective relationships through development of interpersonal and cross-cultural communication. An exploration of why misunderstandings occur and how to build more productive communication. --- # COMM 232 — The Art of Making Films 3 credits · 3 hours Examines how the elements of film and video production are used to communicate a message from the creators viewpoint. Uses illustrative scenes from significant films and episodic television shows to demonstrate how production elements can be used to achieve a desired effect. --- # COMM 251 — Broadcast Newswriting & Reporting 3 credits · 3 hours The study of techniques, procedures, and practices used in news gathering, writing, reporting, and editing broadcast news. --- # COMM 260 — Media Writing 3 credits · 3 hours A course designed to emphasize how public relations and other media professionals gather, produce, and distribute material in a modern society. This course acquaints students with both why and how to write for a variety of contexts such as new media, social media and public relations. --- # COMM 261 — Speech Activities: Oral Interpretation 0 credits · 0 hours Participation in intercollegiate speech competition where students will select, analyze, and perform pieces of literature. --- # COMM 286 — Special Topics in Communications 1 credits · 1 hours A course designed to meet any special needs of students and faculty. Emphasis on in-depth study of an area not commonly covered in a general course. --- # COMM 288 — Communication Studies Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours A seminar course required for all communication studies majors, in which communication theory, career exploration and effective group work are considered through reading, research, and discussion. --- # COMM 301 — Risk and Crisis Communication 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to teach students about the burgeoning field of risk and crisis communication which deals with the task of communicating various publics about health and environmental risks associated with personal and societal choices, as well as communication during and following crisis situations such as bomb threats, natural disasters, and chemical spills. --- # COMM 305 — Principles of Health Communication 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to familiarize students with prominent theories, issues, and topics in the field of health communication. This course will expose students to diverse health communication perspectives as they relate to a range of health communication topics, including illness and health, historical and contemporary issues, patient and provider experiences, cultural differences in health, public awareness/prevention/intervention campaigns, and the role of media and relationships in health communication. --- # COMM 308 — Short Form Film Writing & Production 3 credits · 3 hours In this four-credit English / Communication Studies elective course, students will practice writing for performance, public speaking and delivery skills, editing both scripts and film, and collaboration with others - including interdepartmentally. Students will also analyze exemplars / classics of the sketch show genre, delivering their findings in essay / public speech form. This capstone project is a collectively-produced half-hour sketch show to be aired on campus near the end of the semester, with students graded not only on the quality of their content, but on their ability to work with… --- # COMM 310 — Persuasion 3 credits · 3 hours The logical and psychological theories of persuasion present in everyday communication. The course emphasizes the analysis and application of persuasive strategies. Active and critical listening are integral components of the course. --- # COMM 320 — Graphics for Television, Film and New Media 3 credits · 3 hours Introduces students to software and conventions applicable to television, film, and new media. Students will explore designs for titles, lower-third supers, backgrounds, info graphics, motion graphics and animation. --- # COMM 330 — Mass Media and Society 3 credits · 3 hours An historical and theoretical survey of the nature, functions and responsibilities of the mass media in all its forms. Emphasis on the evolution of the electronic media in the United States and its impact on the media literacy of society. --- # COMM 340 — Documentary Production 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to nonfiction video production. Students will be exposed to a combination of theory, history, and production techniques to prepare them to produce a short documentary. --- # COMM 345 — Sports Broadcasting & Media Production 3 credits · 3 hours Students will examine how sports are produced and reported in broadcast and in multimedia environments. Course will engage students in live sports coverage. --- # COMM 350 — Narrative Filmmaking 3 credits · 3 hours Explores the technical skills and the aesthetic techniques necessary for producing narrative, fiction-based films. Projects will be filmed with high definition cameras and edited on nonlinear computer systems. --- # COMM 356 — Argumentation and Advocacy 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines the principles and practices of argumentation, public advocacy, and academic debate. --- # COMM 360 — Organizational Communication 3 credits · 3 hours A study of the process of communication and behavior within the organizational culture. Students will learn the theoretical and practical means of maintaining productive organizational environments. Active and critical listening are integral components of the course. --- # COMM 361 — Speech Activities: Limited Preparation 0 credits · 0 hours Participation in intercollegiate speech competition where students will prepare and deliver speeches with minimal preparation time. --- # COMM 362 — Broadcasting & Digital Media Activities 2 1 credits · 1 hours Practical advanced experience in media program production and performance through functional involvement in the operation of the campus media production facilities. --- # COMM 403 — Professional Presentations 3 credits · 3 hours This course prepares students to develop, deliver, and analyze presentations in a variety of community and professional contexts. --- # COMM 410 — Communication Analysis 3 credits · 3 hours The rhetorical and critical analysis of a communication event through the use of classical and modern rhetorical principles. --- # COMM 435 — Media Production for Training and Learning 3 credits · 3 hours Provides the basics of media production for learning and training. Students will learn how to utilize technologies such as video, still images, animation, and graphics in business and educational contexts. This course is designed for professionals in the fields of education, corporate training, and management. --- # COMM 450 — Secondary Teaching Methods: Speech Communication 3 credits · 3 hours Secondary education teaching methods for a modern speech communication program including materials for classroom instruction as well as coaching activities. This course is designed as the required capstone course for 5-12 Communication Arts/Literature Education, Speech Track. --- # COMM 455 — PR Cases & Campaigns 3 credits · 3 hours Analytic study of guiding public relations principles illustrated by current and historical public relations cases and campaigns. Emphasis on strategic management, ethics, and two-way organizational communication. Oral and written analysis of illustrative cases and campaigns. Application of principles in planning, implementation, and evaluation of actual PR campaign. --- # COMM 460 — Transmedia Storytelling 3 credits · 3 hours Examines the Transmedia Storytelling strategies for telling stories across many media platforms in a way that engages audiences. Students will explore this approach used in marketing, public relations, and social media campaigns. Students will critique iconic transmedia storytelling campaigns and will create a collaborative transmedia project. --- # COMM 461 — Speech Activities: Performance of Advocacy 0 credits · 0 hours Course where students take a performance from COMM 161 or COMM 262 and translate it into a public advocacy project. --- # COMM 480 — Creative Project Workshop in Media Production 3 credits · 3 hours Provides students with a semester long, supervised experience in producing a major media production project. --- # COMM 484 — Collaborative Technology in the Learning & Industry Environments 3 credits · 3 hours This course will aim to teach participants how to build a collaborative environment to facilitate synchronous and asynchronous text, voice, and video communication; support co-creation of projects; facilitate consensus building through group discussions and polling; develop strategies for resource management; and use online presentation tools. Participants will also learn how to assess tools including LMS and project management software to determine how well the tool serves the intended purpose and meets the users needs. --- # COMM 486 — Advanced Special Topics Communication 1 credits · 1 hours A course designed to meet any special needs of students and faculty. Emphasis on in-depth study of an area not commonly covered in a general course. --- # COMM 488 — Senior Seminar 2 credits · 2 hours A capstone course required for all speech majors, in which selected topics, projects, and presentations are considered through reading, research, and discussion. --- # COMM 494 — Independent Study in Communication Theory 1 credits · 1 hours In depth, independent exploration of a communication event for better understanding of the communication process. --- # COMM 499 — Internship in Communication Studies 1 credits · 1 hours An off-campus training program when accepted by a business or organization to work with an employer in some area of communication studies. --- # COMM 503 — Professional Presentations 3 credits · 3 hours This course prepares students to develop, deliver, and analyze presentation in a variety of community and professional contexts. --- # COMM 511 — Professional Proficiency in Public Speaking 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to provide teacher licensure candidates a means of certifying professional proficiency in public speaking as required for admission into the teacher education program. It is not intended as a substitute for the required oral communication course in Goal 1 of the LEP/MNTC but rather a means of meeting teacher licensure standards. May NOT be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: Consent of instructor. Only students with an existing bachelors degree who are pursuing teaching licensure that requires evidence of professional proficiency in public speaking will be allowed to t… --- # COMM 535 — Media Production for Training and Learning 3 credits · 3 hours Provides the basics of media production for learning and training. Students will learn how to utilize technologies such as video, still images, animation, and graphics in business and educational contexts. This course is designed for professionals in the fields of education, corporate training, and management. --- # COMM 580 — Creative Project Workshop in Media Production 3 credits · 3 hours Provides students with a semester long, supervised experience in producing a major media production or mediated collaborative project. --- # COMM 584 — Collaborative Technology in the Learning & Industry Environments 3 credits · 3 hours This course will aim to teach participants how to build a collaborative environment to facilitate synchronous and asynchronous text, voice, and video communication; support co-creation of projects; facilitate consensus building through group discussions and polling; develop strategies for resource management; and use online presentation tools. Participants will also learn how to assess tools including LMS and project management software to determine how well the tool serves the intended purpose and meets the users needs. --- # COMM 589 — Special Topics in Communication Studies 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides graduate students the opportunity to complete work with a specific theme that is timely and relevant to the field. Students will identify specific learning outcomes for the course in consultation with graduate faculty. Can be used for credit for prior learning or other projects. May be repeated for credit. --- # COMM 594 — Independent Study in Communication Theory 1 credits · 1 hours An in depth, independent exploration of some aspect of communication in order to more effectively understand the communication process. May be repeated. Course requires special permission from professor to register. --- # COMP 164 — Essentials of Computer Science 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed for a student considering a career in a computing field but is accessible to any student wanting to learn more about computer technology. The skills developed in this course will be utilized throughout the computer science curriculum. Topics will include the binary number system, data representation, digital logic, algorithmic problem solving, and programming in both low-level and high-level programming languages. The required preparation is MATH 110 or three years of high school mathematics. --- # COMP 164L — Essentials of Computer Science Lab 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed for a student considering a career in a computing field but is accessible to any student wanting to learn more about computing technology. The skills developed in this course will be utilized throughout the computer science curriculum. Topics will include the binary number system, data representation, digital logic, algorithmic problem solving, and programming in both low-level and high-level programming languages. The required preparation is MATH 110 or three years of high school mathematics. --- # COMP 165 — Fundamentals of Programming 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to the techniques of programming. Topics include problem solving methods, program design strategies, selection structures, iteration structures, subprograms, recursion, arrays and lists, sorting and searching, object-oriented design and classes. Students will use a popular high-level programming language to write, compile, debug, and document programs. Hands-on laboratory exercises will be integrated into the course. The required preparation is MATH 110 or three years of high school mathematics. --- # COMP 165L — Fundamentals of Programming Lab 1 credits · 1 hours A continuation of COMP 164 with emphasis on the techniques of programming. Topics include problem solving methods, program design strategies, selection structures, iteration structures, subprograms, recursion, arrays and list, sorting and searching, object-oriented design and classes. Students will use a popular high-level programming language to write, compile, debug, and document programs. Hands-on laboratory exercises will be integrated into the course. --- # COMP 166 — Data Structures 3 credits · 3 hours Continuation of COMP 165 . Topics include: recursion, lists, dictionaries, sorting and searching, stacks, queues, binary trees, and graphs. Hands-on laboratory exercises will be integrated into the course. Students must enroll in both COMP 166 and COMP 166L . --- # COMP 166L — Data Structures Lab 1 credits · 1 hours Continuation of COMP 165 . Topics include: recursion, lists, dictionaries, sorting and searching, stacks, queues, binary trees, and graphs. Hands-on laboratory exercises will be integrated into the course. Students must enroll in both COMP 166 and COMP 166L . --- # COMP 199 — Field Experience in Computer Applications 1 credits · 1 hours On-the-job, supervised experience and study dealing with the applications of computers. --- # COMP 202 — Android Programming for Beginners 3 credits · 3 hours Hands on training on Android programming intended for students NOT majoring in Computer Science. Topics include Android IDE installation and configuration, application structures and resources, XML basics, UI design, Java basics, Intent and event handling, Android design patterns, animation, and video streaming. --- # COMP 233 — Computer Organization and Architecture 3 credits · 3 hours An overview of basic computer organization and architecture. Topics include: data presentation, digital logic, combinational and sequential circuit design and analysis, memory system organization, instruction and data path architecture, instruction set architecture and assembly language. --- # COMP 286 — Topics in Computer Science 1 credits · 1 hours A study of computer science topics not ordinarily covered in established courses. --- # COMP 306 — Object-Oriented Design & Programming 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to program design using object-oriented methods. Topics include: abstraction, composition, inheritance, polymorphism, UML design, threads and sockets, graphic elements, user interface design, web-programming and event handling. --- # COMP 307 — C# Programming 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to C# programming using Microsoft .Net platform. Topics include: inheritance and polymorphism, delegates and events, streams, LINQ, XML, ADO.net and relational database, ASP.net and WPF application, threads and synchronization. --- # COMP 324 — Design and Analysis of Algorithms 3 credits · 3 hours A study of algorithms. Topics include: analysis and verification techniques, divide and conquer, dynamic programming, greedy, backtracking, and problem complexity. --- # COMP 328 — Theory of Computation 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to areas of theoretical computer science. Topics include: finite state machines, regular languages, push down automata, context free languages, Turing machines and recursive languages. --- # COMP 343 — Computer Networking 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to the principles of computer networking. Topics include: OSI and TCP/IP reference models, data link, network, transport, and application layers, and recent applications of network technology. --- # COMP 351 — Programming Languages 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to the organization of programming languages and the run-time behavior of programs. Topics include: syntax and semantics, procedural block-structured languages, functional languages, object-oriented languages, logical languages, case studies of languages such as Pascal, Ada, FORTRAN, COBOL, Java, LISP, and Prolog. --- # COMP 368 — Database Management Systems 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to the storage and organization of information. Topics include: database management, data mining, intelligent systems, networked databases, and human-computer interaction. --- # COMP 376 — Advanced UNIX Programming 3 credits · 3 hours An in depth look at programming on the UNIX/Linux platform. Topics include C/C++ programming, shell scripts, file management, memory management, process and thread management, server management, security, and networking. --- # COMP 377 — Operating Systems 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to the major concepts in an operating system, data communication, and modern computer networks. Topics include: processes, concurrency, CPU scheduling, deadlocks and memory management, TCP/IP, ATM, OSI Model, frame relay, Ethernet, congestion control, link-level flow and error control. --- # COMP 385 — Computer Graphics 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to the major algorithms and techniques for computer graphics. Topics include: windowing, clipping, 3-D techniques, parametric curves and surfaces, hidden lines and surfaces, shading methods, ray casting and tracing. --- # COMP 390 — Professional Issues Seminar 1 credits · 1 hours Students will read, present, and discuss material pertaining to the social and professional issues of Computer Science and technology in general. Topics may include: social context of computing, professional and ethical responsibilities, risks and liabilities of computer-based systems, security issues and intellectual property. Students will also explore possible career opportunities. --- # COMP 402 — Android App Development 3 credits · 3 hours A study of Android mobile application development. Topics include Android platform and development tools, application fundamentals, activity, intent, fragment, permission, services, thread & messages, graphics, multi-touch & gesture, networking --- # COMP 403 — iOS Programming 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to introduce the methods, techniques, and utilities for developing apps for iOS (Apple mobile devices). --- # COMP 408 — Web Programming 3 credits · 3 hours A study of web programming, an in depth look at technologies that are fundamental to develop web-centric applications. Topics include HTML, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), JavaScript, web servers, Document Object Model (DOM), JSON, XML, AJAX,PHP, and MySQL. --- # COMP 425 — Software Engineering 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to the techniques of Software Engineering. Topics include: software processes, requirements elicitation and specification, analysis, design, development and implementation, validation, testing, and project management. --- # COMP 435 — Artificial Intelligence 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to the basic concepts and technologies of artificial intelligence. Applications of these concepts and technologies are then discussed. Topics include: knowledge representation, search strategies, neural networks, and machine learning. --- # COMP 486 — Advanced Topics Computer Science 1 credits · 1 hours A study of computer science topics not ordinarily covered in the established courses. Prerequisite: consent of Computer Science Program faculty. --- # COMP 492 — Capstone Project 1 credits · 1 hours Students will work in teams to design, develop, and implement a significant software or hardware project. Two semester sequence. --- # COMP 493 — Capstone Project 1 credits · 1 hours Students will work in teams to design, develop, and implement a significant software or hardware project. Two semester sequence. --- # COMP 494 — Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours An independent study of a computer science topic not covered elsewhere. --- # COMP 499 — Internship in Computer Science 1 credits · 1 hours On-the-job supervised experience and study dealing with applications of computer science. --- # CRED 510 — Instructional Strategies for College & Technical Colleges 2 credits · 2 hours This course is designed to prepare teachers to improve student learning in community and technical colleges. The course will provide students with an overview of the historical, social, and current direction of adult learning theory. It will also explore a variety of traditional and innovative modes of instruction that could be effectively used in the instruction of adults. --- # CRED 520 — Assessment & Evaluation of Student Learning for Community & Tech Colleges 2 credits · 2 hours This is a two-credit undergraduate/graduate course with a focus on both improving and promoting learning in community and technical colleges. A variety of traditional and innovative assessment and evaluation strategies/methods will be addressed that will enhance teaching and learning as a dynamic process to foster student learning. This course will focus on the construction, interpretation, use, and evaluation of student assessment/evaluation methods and tools based on the course/discipline/program outcomes in concert with theoretical assumptions that give meaning to such methods. --- # CRED 530 — Curriculum Planning & Design for Community & Technical Colleges 2 credits · 2 hours This is a two-credit undergraduate/graduate course focused on the development of curriculum and the instructional design of courses within a curriculum in community and technical colleges. Emphasis will be on curriculum and course development focused on educational outcomes and adult learning theory. --- # CULG 100 — Introduction to Culinology 1 credits · 1 hours This is the beginning course in Culinology designed to familiarize the student with the breadth and scope of Culinology as a new discipline, encompassing both culinary arts and food science. Students will gain an overview of the role of the Culinologist, and how the blending of taste and technology enhances the food product development process. The course will include tours, presentations, and guest speakers from the industry. --- # CULG 200 — Culinary Arts Fundamentals 4 credits · 4 hours This is an in-depth study of the basic core components in the creative study of culinary arts and food production. Students achieve basic competency in theories, science, and applications of working with food. Students are exposed to professional techniques of the culinary artist. Introduction to culinary terminology and ingredients will be presented. Areas of study include: tools, equipment, knife skills, food and plate presentation, food evaluation, basic cooking principles to include moist and dry heat methods, seasonings, flavorings and aromatics, fats, foams, gels, emulsions, dairy produ… --- # CULG 210 — Advanced Culinary Arts 4 credits · 4 hours Continued in-depth study of intermediate level processes in culinary arts and food production. Students study and apply cooking methods of scratch cookery through small batch assignments. Areas of study include rice and grains, potato products, beans and soy products, fruits, vegetables, salads and sandwiches, shellfish, fin fish, poultry identification and fabrication, poultry cookery, meat identification and fabrication, beef, veal, pork, lamb and offals. --- # CULG 250 — Introduction to Baking & Pastry 3 credits · 3 hours A fundamental course in baking methods and principles, to include yeast breads, quick breads, pastries, pies, cakes, custards, creams, and sauces. --- # CULG 286 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to provide an opportunity for students to experience a special or experimental enrichment course. --- # CULG 300 — International Cuisine 3 credits · 3 hours Students study International Cuisine focusing on indigenous foods, cultural and religious influences and historical events. A technical and scientific approach to flavor profiles is used. The student will build a professional palate through sensory experience of new ingredients and flavor combinations and by utilizing cooking methods practiced by each ethnic group visited. --- # CULG 310 — Introduction to Food Science 3 credits · 3 hours Overview of major food components (carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals) and the bases for food preservation, including processing, food legislation, food safety, and current food issues are covered. Structure-function relationship of water, protein, lipid, carbohydrates, minerals and natural food products in food systems will be covered also. Students will be able to relate fundamental chemical, physical, and biological principles to the preparation of food upon completion of this course. --- # CULG 325 — Food Microbiology 3 credits · 3 hours CULG 325 focuses on the significance of the presence and/or growth of microorganisms in foods and their importance in the production and safety of foods. Contents include the microbial ecology of food, beneficial microorganisms in food systems, pathogenic and spoilage microorganisms, toxins, characteristics of foodborne infection, food intoxication, and the influence within the food system. Good manufacturing practices (GMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and HACCP basics will be introduced. Food microbiology will also address the safety and quality of foods. Dealing with food followin… --- # CULG 360 — Food Sensory Analysis 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes the fundamentals of sensory perception through food appearance, texture, aroma, flavor and physiology of sensory receptors. Test designs, methods, laboratory, and consumer panels are used in studying sensory qualities of foods and interpretation of data. --- # CULG 390 — Food Products Development I 3 credits · 3 hours All aspects of new food product development from concept to store shelves will be covered, including market screening; focus groups; idea generation; prototype development; ingredient functionality and interactions; statistical designs for product development; processing; packaging; scale-up of operations; regulatory issues; labeling; physical, chemical, microbiological, and sensory evaluations; quality control procedures; and HACCP plans. --- # CULG 410 — Food Chemistry and Analysis 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers methods for quantitative, physical, and chemical analyses of foods and food products. Analytical techniques covered will include spectroscopy, chromatography, mass spectrometry, immunochemistry, and atomic absorption. The analyses will be related to standards and regulations for food processing. Students will also study the principles of physical and chemical methods and instrumentation for measuring protein, fat, moisture, and ash content. Students will also learn to identify and determine fat and oil quality characteristics. --- # CULG 430 — Unit Operations in Food Processing 3 credits · 3 hours The study of some basic ingredients used in food processing, principles of preserving and processing of foods, and food packaging. The course identifies the specific applications of engineering principles to unit operations in food production, including equipment design and effects of processing on food quality, both chemical and microbiological. --- # CULG 440 — Food Legislation and Regulation 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers food laws, regulation, labeling, additives, and residues. Current trends in market forms, packaging, and utilization of various foods will also be covered. --- # CULG 450 — Technical & Functional Ingredients in Food 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the primary constituents that affect the sensory, nutritional, and structural properties of food, including colorants, flavor compounds, vitamins, probiotics, and additives. Students will also study the effects of food processing and preparation using these functional and technical ingredients. --- # CULG 480 — Food Quality and Safety 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge of food quality control and safety assurance. It covers all the aspects of quality assurance and safety practice in the food industry, such as and specifications of quality assurance (QA), sensorial and instrumental evaluation techniques, current federal regulatory requirements and food safety practice. Students also learn how to develop, implement, and maintain a sanitation plan, which is Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP). This course includes a hands-on lab component. --- # CULG 486 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to provide an opportunity for students to experience a special or experimental curriculum enrichment course. --- # CULG 490 — Food Product Development II 3 credits · 3 hours Students have the lead in the development of products for commercial or retail food manufacturers and foodservice operations from conception, market analysis, and sensory evaluation to production and packaging. This is an interactive course that introduces students to the principles of new product development, from identification and testing of new product concepts, through prototype testing, to basic process design using examples from industry. A hands-on, real-world course. --- # CULG 494 — Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours and research within the Culinology area. Course restricted to Culinology majors with consent of Culinology advisor and selected instructor only. --- # CULG 498 — Internship 1 credits · 1 hours 100 hours per credit hour practical work experience in approved supervised and structured environment. Internships must comprise of a culinary experience as well as a research and development experience. The culinary component may include experiential learning in a quantity food production kitchen or a fine dining restaurant. The research and development component must include experiential learning in R&D facility of test kitchen. --- # CULG 499 — Internship 1 credits · 1 hours 100 hours per credit hour practical work experience in approved supervised and structured environment. Internships must comprise of a culinary experience as well as a research and development experience. The culinary component may include experiential learning in a quantity food production kitchen or a fine dining restaurant. The research and development component must include experiential learning in R&D facility of test kitchen. --- # CYBR 500 — Introduction to Information Security 3 credits · 3 hours Overview of principles and approaches to information security. Topics include software vulnerabilities, secure software design principles, trusted computing base, authentication and access control, malware, network threats and defenses, and cryptography applications. Prerequisites: B.S. in Computer Science OR BS in a closely related field and the ability to program in a high-level programming language OR CYBR 505 . Prerequisites: CYBR 505 --- # CYBR 505 — Computer Science Foundations for Cybersecurity 3 credits · 3 hours This course will provide students with the fundamental knowledge of computer science that forms the technical foundation of the cybersecurity field with an essential focus on software development. The course will further develop coding and problem-solving skills and review critical concepts in algorithm development and computer architecture that are important in creating secure software and systems. --- # CYBR 510 — Cybersecurity Law and Policies 3 credits · 3 hours Information security vulnerabilities and risks; legal, cost, privacy, and technology constraints; derivation of strategies; technical and procedural means of achieving desired ends. Prerequisite: B.S. in Computer Science (or closely related field), or its equivalent. --- # CYBR 515 — Artificial Intelligence in Cybersecurity 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide the students with a comprehensive understanding of how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be utilized to enhance Cybersecurity measures. As cyber threats become more sophisticated, the integration of AI technique is critical for effective threat detection, response and prevention. --- # CYBR 520 — Computer System Security 3 credits · 3 hours Design principles of secure systems, authentication, access control and authorization, discretionary and mandatory security policies, secure kernel design, and secure databases. --- # CYBR 530 — Internet Security 3 credits · 3 hours Study of fundamental principles of Internet security, approaches and techniques used in network attacks and defending mechanisms. Topics include threats and vulnerabilities of TCP/IP, DNS, and BGP protocols, denial of service (DOS) attacks, firewalls, IPsec, TLS, and web security. --- # CYBR 600 — Risk Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides a comprehensive overview of risk management and its implications on IT infrastructures and compliance. It covers methodologies for risk assessment, security planning, mechanisms for protection against risks, responses to security incidents and maintaining acceptable risks and compliance requirements. --- # CYBR 610 — Penetration Testing 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides the student with network and system penetration testing methodologies to prepare businesses and developers to discover and mitigate security weaknesses. It covers the basic strategies and tools that prepare students to engage in proactive and aggressive cyber security activities, with a focus on penetration testing and ethical hacking. --- # CYBR 620 — System Forensics and Incident Response 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides students with the background and skills to manage information security incidents to minimize impact on systems and software. Topics include understanding cyber threats, incident handling steps and response to different types of security incidents. Students explore these topics by utilizing industry-standard processes and forensics tools for investigating information security incidents. --- # CYBR 625 — Malware Analysis 3 credits · 3 hours Malware is a growing threat to the information and intellectual property of organizations. This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of malware analysis. Topics include malware characteristics, static and dynamic analysis, reverse engineering, and behavioral assessments. Students will gain hands-on experience with strategies and tools to detect, analyze, and respond to malware effectively. --- # CYBR 630 — Secure Software Development 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the design and implementation of secure software. Some of the topics covered are the characteristics of secure software, the role of security in the development lifecycle, designing secure software, and best security programming practices. Software security for web and mobile applications will be covered. --- # CYBR 650 — Cybersecurity Capstone 3 credits · 3 hours This course involves the planning, approval, implementation and completion of a capstone project. The capstone provides culmination of the cybersecurity program in a self-directed research or practical project that showcases students mastery of cybersecurity topics. --- # DATA 100 — Introduction to Data Science 3 credits · 3 hours An introductory overview of the tools and techniques for extracting knowledge from data. Topics to be covered include Python basics, visualization, sampling, hypothesis testing, estimation, prediction, certainty assessment, and informed decision making. The necessary preparation is three years of high-school mathematics including algebra 2. --- # DATA 250 — Computational Data Science 3 credits · 3 hours An intermediate course combining data, computation, and inferential thinking. Topics to be covered include data collection and cleaning, visualization, statistical inference, predictive modeling, and distributed computing. --- # DATA 434 — Machine Learning I 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers a collection of statistical learning models, algorithms, tools and techniques that can be applied to solve data driven decision making problems. Topics include linear regression, classification, resampling methods, and hands on machine learning applications. --- # DATA 435 — Predictive Analytics & Modeling 3 credits · 3 hours This course extends the ideas of linear models to data sets used in professional settings. Topics includes linear and non-linear regression, logistic regression, discriminant analysis, principle component analysis, cross validation, and related topics. This course will use appropriate statistical software. --- # DATA 468 — Big Data Analytics 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers methodologies and algorithms to transform big data into meaningful insights. Topics include Hadoop Ecosystem, Hadoop MapReduce, MongoDB, Spark basics, SparkSQL and hands on real world applications. --- # DATA 486 — Special Topics in Data Science 1 credits · 1 hours A study of data science topics not ordinarily covered in the established courses. Prerequisite: consent of Data Science faculty. --- # DATA 494 — Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours An independent study of a data science topic not covered elsewhere. --- # DATA 495 — Senior Capstone 2 credits · 2 hours Students will design, develop, implement, and effectively communicate an original data science project. --- # DATA 499 — Internship in Data Science 1 credits · 1 hours On-the-job supervised experience and study dealing with applications of data science. --- # ECON 110 — The Real World of Economics 3 credits · 3 hours This course is offered for the non-business major who wishes to examine the economic problems at different levels such as households, firms, governments, and the world. A basic analysis is presented on such topics as demand and supply, competition and market power, the role of the government in the economy, energy and shortages of vital resources, pollution, economic growth and investment, unemployment and inflation, taxation, poverty, and international economic problems. This course may not be used as a pre-requisite for any business course including economics. --- # ECON 190 — The Environment & Economics 3 credits · 3 hours An introductory course for studying the application of economic concepts to environmental issues. Students will be introduced to the basic economic concepts used in environmental economics. After this introduction to environmental economics, students will study how economic principles can be used to analyze rural and global environmental issues. --- # ECON 201 — Principles of Microeconomics 3 credits · 3 hours Introduction to supply and demand analysis; study of competition and monopoly power; resource allocation, pricing and the market system; business and labor regulation; and income distribution. This course requires a mathematical background including two years of high school algebra or MATH 060 . Sophomore standing recommended. --- # ECON 202 — Principles of Macroeconomics 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines the economy as a whole: measurement of the level of aggregate economic activity, growth, employment and unemployment, inflation, government spending, taxation and deficits, the monetary system, international trade, and how other economic systems work. This course requires a mathematical background including two years of high school algebra or MATH 060 . --- # ECON 300 — Introduction to Cooperatives 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines the concepts and principles unique to the cooperative form of business, whether a consumer, producer, or worker cooperative. Using primary source materials (all OER/Public Domain), students examine the history and economic, social, and legal aspects of cooperatives. Special focus is on cooperatives as a form of self-help for traditionally disadvantaged groups. Issues in the financing, management, and organization of cooperatives are introduced. --- # ECON 301 — Microeconomics Analysis & Policy 3 credits · 3 hours A continuation of the study of efficiency and equity raised in ECON 201 . Competition, monopoly, undesirable effects of monopoly power, and inefficiencies in the economy are discussed. --- # ECON 302 — Macroeconomics Analysis & Policy 3 credits · 3 hours A continuation of the study of aggregate economic behavior raised in ECON 202 . The level of economic activity, employment, inflation, unemployment, and monetary and fiscal policy are discussed. --- # ECON 315 — Applied Microeconomics 3 credits · 3 hours Intermediate microeconomic theory, its application focusing on both consumer/producer decisions. Topics include: theory of supply and demand, market structure and conduct, general equilibrium and welfare, effects of government regulations, and market failures. --- # ECON 320 — Resource Economics 3 credits · 3 hours Use, availability, control, and conservation of natural resources; analysis of policies to reduce or prevent shortages of fuels, water, and minerals; analysis of the uses of agricultural output and how the agricultural sector can help solve such problems as energy availability, water, and air pollution. --- # ECON 328 — Money and Banking 3 credits · 3 hours Monetary system and monetary policy, including aggregate economic activity, economic policy and goals, and intermediate finance. --- # ECON 330 — Rural Economics 3 credits · 3 hours The course will acquaint the student with the problems of rural America and present solutions to these problems. --- # ECON 351 — Public Budgeting and Finance 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to allow students with an interest in public service develop an increased understanding of public budgeting and financial management. The course will integrate theories of public finance with the pragmatic challenges of planning effective budgets that can implement publicly-approved goals/objectives. Students will address the dynamics of the budget process (budget development, budget execution, etc.), and also be expected to propose and defend a budget for an agency or community. Students will increase their writing proficiency by preparing concise and professional rep… --- # ECON 380 — Public Finance 3 credits · 3 hours Students in this course learn to apply microeconomic tools to public sector issues such as education, health-care, taxation and financing debt. We use positive and normative analysis to investigate socio-economic topics including public goods, externalities and how political economy influences the efficient allocation of societys scarce resources. We explore tax incidence and cost-benefit analysis to guide decisions on public expenditures and projects. --- # ECON 394 — Directed Study Economics 3 credits · 3 hours To allow the student to pursue independent studies not provided for in the curriculum. --- # ECON 470 — International Business & Economics 3 credits · 3 hours Doing business in and with other countries; why countries engage in international trade; financing international transactions; international banking; government policy and international trade and finance. --- # ECON 484 — Managerial Economics 3 credits · 3 hours The course studies applications of economic analysis to managerial decision-making, demand analysis, short-range forecasting involving supply-and-demand concepts, cost-benefit analysis; and economic optimization techniques. --- # ECON 486 — Special Topics in Economics 1 credits · 1 hours A study of more advanced topics in economics not normally provided as part of the curriculum. --- # ECON 589 — Special Topics in Economics 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides graduate students the opportunity to establish portfolios that can include advanced studies, literature reviews, workshops, conferences, work experiences, and related pursuits that are timely and relevant to the field of economics. Students will identify specific learning outcomes for the course in consultation with graduate faculty. Can be used for credit for prior learning or other projects. This course is repeatable up to a maximum of six credits. --- # ECSE 422 — ECSE Foundations 3 credits · 3 hours Foundations in the field of early childhood special education. This includes history, philosophical perspectives, characteristics, policy, and collaboration. --- # ECSE 432 — Infants, Toddlers, & Families in ECSE & Lab 3 credits · 3 hours Current research and recommended practices for early intervention will guide the study of methods, materials, and transitions employed in natural environments with typically and atypically developing infants and toddlers, birth through 35 months. The key role of the family is integrated into the course and includes working with families in the IFSP/IEP development process. This course involves a 15-hour field experience. --- # ECSE 441 — Assessment and Curriculum in Early Childhood Special Education & Lab 4 credits · 4 hours This course is designed to provide individuals seeking the early childhood special educator license with an opportunity to integrate and reflect on theory and practice related to the evaluation, planning, and supporting preschoolers (ages birth through 6) with diverse abilities. Specifically, individuals will have opportunities to learn various assessment strategies and tools, practice implementing a comprehensive evaluation, develop an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), and design individual, small and large group activities to meet a childs IEP goals in an inclusive early childhood settin… --- # ECSE 442 — Programming for ECSE 3 credits · 3 hours A study of current research and evidence-based practices for instructional, medical, and social needs of infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and primary students, ages birth through 6, and their families. --- # ECSE 452 — Transitions in ECSE 2 credits · 2 hours This course will prepare the candidate for assessment, the educational process, and transitions for young children with special needs. Topics include collaboration with families to determine appropriate individualized planning and placements of young children birth through age 6. --- # ECSE 459 — Professional Development & Action Research 1 credits · 1 hours This required course will help the teacher education student begin a plan for professional development. A portfolio will be an ongoing project for the course, as well as discussions and activities related to preparing for the teaching profession. Students taking the course will complete their Pre-Student Teaching Experience. --- # ECSE 459L — Pre-Student Teaching Experience 0 credits · 0 hours This required course will help the teacher education student begin a plan for professional development. A portfolio will be an ongoing project for the course, as well as discussions and activities related to preparing for the teaching profession. Students taking the course will complete their pre-student teaching experience. --- # ECSE 462 — Student Teaching in ECSE 12 credits · 12 hours A supervised student teaching experience providing an opportunity to relate theory to practice in a home- and center-based educational setting for infants/toddlers/preschoolers birth through age 6. --- # ECSE 467 — Advanced Student Teaching in Early Childhood Special Education 6 credits · 6 hours This course is intended for candidates seeking more than one initial licensure. Candidates need to complete a minimum of two full-time student teaching weeks in the scope and content of the licensure area sought. --- # ECSE 482 — Advanced Practicum 6 credits · 6 hours A supervised field experience and critical study combined to provide an opportunity to relate theory to practice in home-based and center-based educational settings for children identified as ECSE between the ages of birth and 6 years old. Candidates will have a minimum of 40 hours in a home-based setting, and the remaining hours in a center-based setting. --- # ECSE 559 — Professional Development & Action Research 1 credits · 1 hours This required course will help the teacher education student begin a plan for professional development. A portfolio will be an ongoing project for the course, as well as discussions and activities related to preparing for the teaching profession. Students taking the course will complete their Pre-Student Teaching Experience. --- # ECSE 559L — Pre-Student Teaching Experience 0 credits · 0 hours This required course will help the teacher education student begin a plan for professional development. A portfolio will be an ongoing project for the course, as well as discussions and activities related to preparing for the teaching profession. Students taking the course will complete their pre-student teaching experience. --- # ECSE 622 — ECSE Foundations 3 credits · 3 hours Foundations in the field of early childhood special education. This includes history, philosophical perspectives, characteristics, policy, and collaboration. --- # ECSE 632 — Infants, Toddlers, & Families in ECSE & LAB 3 credits · 3 hours Current research and recommended practices for early intervention will guide the study of methods, materials, and transitions employed in natural environments with typically and atypically developing infants and toddlers, birth through 35 months. The key role of the family is integrated into the course and includes working with families in the IFSP/IEP development process. This course involves a 15-hour field experience. --- # ECSE 641 — Assessment and Curriculum in Early Childhood Special Education & LAB 4 credits · 4 hours This course is designed to provide individuals seeking the early childhood special educator license with an opportunity to integrate and reflect on theory and practice related to the evaluation, planning, and supporting preschoolers (ages birth through 6) with diverse abilities. Specifically, individuals will have opportunities to learn various assessment strategies and tools, practice implementing a comprehensive evaluation, develop an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), and design individual, small and large group activities to meet a childs IEP goals in an inclusive early childhood settin… --- # ECSE 642 — Programming for ECSE 3 credits · 3 hours A study of current research and evidence-based practices for instructional, medical, and social needs of infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and primary students, ages birth through 6, and their families. --- # ECSE 652 — Transitions in ECSE 2 credits · 2 hours This course will prepare the candidate for assessment, the educational process, and transitions for young children with special needs. Topics include collaboration with families to determine appropriate individualized planning and placements of young children birth through age 6. --- # ECSE 662 — Student Teaching in ECSE: Birth to Age 6 6 credits · 6 hours A supervised, semester-long field experience and critical study combined to provide an opportunity to relate theory to practice in both home-based and center-based educational settings for children identified as ECSE between the ages of birth and 6-years-old. Prerequisites: Graduate Status and consent of instructor. --- # ECSE 682 — Advanced Practicum 3 credits · 3 hours A supervised field experience and critical study combined to provide an opportunity to relate theory to practice in home-based and center-based educational settings for children identified as ECSE between the ages of birth and 6 years old. Candidates will have a minimum of 40 hours in a home-based setting, and the remaining hours in a center-based setting. --- # ECSE 692 — ECSE Practicum in Special Education: Ages 3-6 years 3 credits · 3 hours A supervised field experience and critical study combined to provide an opportunity to relate theory to practice in a center-based educational setting for preschoolers and kindergartners. --- # ED 101 — Introduction to Education and LAB 3 credits · 3 hours ED 101 is an introduction to early childhood, elementary, and secondary education specifically for students interested in teaching. Students will explore their potential for teaching in light of the admission criteria and licensure requirements. This course includes the study of historical and social foundations of education, and topics such as inquiry in the teaching and learning process; schools in a multicultural and diverse society; the profession of teaching; principles of cooperative group learning; and cultural differences, communication, and stereotyping. Course requires a 20-hour fie… --- # ED 102 — Educational Technology 2 credits · 2 hours The focus of this course is educational uses of technology. Students will explore computer applications as tools for their own learning, as well as the ethics of electronic communications and the exploration of emergent technologies. --- # ED 200 — Introduction to Education Lab 1 credits · 1 hours ED 200 provides a field experience for early childhood, elementary, and secondary education students interested in the teaching profession. It is intended for students who need an introductory field experience. The lab involves a minimum of 15 hours assisting in a classroom. --- # ED 251 — Child and Adolescent Growth and Development 3 credits · 3 hours This is an introductory study of child growth and development from conception through adolescence with a concentration on the physical, cognitive, and social-emotional domains of development. Emphasis areas of the course include: historical foundations and theories associated with the study of child development, the research process, the implications of teaching and learning, student diversity and pertinent topics associated with the possible effect of environment and behavior on prenatal development through adolescence. --- # ED 275 — Foundations: Parent-Child Relationships 2 credits · 2 hours Exploration of parent-child relationships within diverse family and cultural settings. Examination of parenting styles, attitudes, and behaviors and their effects on childrens development. --- # ED 286 — Special Topics in Education 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to provide an opportunity for students to experience a special or experimental curriculum enrichment course. --- # ED 296 — Workshop in Education 0 credits · 0 hours Special workshops created and designed according to the needs of the participants. Offered in different formats and time spans. --- # ED 300L — Pre-Student Teaching Experience for Multiple Licensures 1 credits · 1 hours This course is intended to provide a field experience for teacher candidates who are double majoring and need to complete two Pre­-Student Teaching Experiences in different placements. Students taking this course will complete an additional Pre-Student Teaching Experience for 5 full days. --- # ED 301 — The Teaching & Learning Process & Lab 3 credits · 3 hours This required course for all secondary (5-12/K-12) licensure students addresses instructional strategies and assessment, diversity and exceptionality, classroom management, and home-school-community relationships. Students plan for and teach in clinical settings at nearby secondary schools. --- # ED 301L — The Teaching & Learning Process Lab 0 credits · 0 hours This required course for all secondary (5-12/K-12) licensure students addresses instructional strategies and assessment, diversity and exceptionality, classroom management, and home-school-community relationships. Students plan and teach in clinical settings at nearby secondary schools. --- # ED 304 — Pre-Student Teaching Experience for Secondary Educators 3 credits · 3 hours This required course will help the teacher education student begin a plan for professional development. A portfolio will be an ongoing project for the course, as well as discussion and activities related to preparing for the teaching profession. Students taking this course complete a practice EdTPA and complete their Pre-Student teaching for 10 full days. This course aligns with the Minnesota Standards of Effective Practice. --- # ED 304L — Pre-Student Teaching Experience Practicum 0 credits · 0 hours This required lab will provide guidance to teacher candidates as they complete 10 full days of Pre-Student Teaching Experience (PSTE) and Education Teacher Performance Assessment (edTPA) requirements. Students will be required to actively participate in a school setting by teaching lessons and engaging in day-to-day functions of the classroom. Additionally students will complete Tasks 1, 2, and 3 of edTPA. --- # ED 312 — Human Relations and Diversity in Education 3 credits · 3 hours ED 312 Human Relations and Diversity in Education covers concepts and ideas that enable students to recognize and identify oppression, discrimination, and racism, along with learning techniques for building a community of teachers and learners in a pluralistic society with its great variety of cultures, value systems, and lifestyles. This course includes the study of diverse groups¿ language, history, government, and culture.Through inquiry-based learning, students will critically examine bias, discrimination, and prejudice, focusing on their impact within educational settings. The course emp… --- # ED 315 — Play & Creative Activities & Lab 3 credits · 3 hours Emphasis will be on constructivist approaches to hands-on creative activities, expressive arts, and discovery learning for young children that is inclusive. Facilitating childrens development through planning implementing, and evaluating learning experiences in the visual arts, music, movement, dance, and dramatic play will be the heart of this integrated curriculum course. A lab experience is included. --- # ED 330 — Curriculum, Methods, & Assessments in Early Childhood & Lab 3 credits · 3 hours The course focuses on various developmentally appropriate and best curricula in the field of early childhood education in which instructional strategies, theories of curriculum development, and integrated curriculum for traditional/thematic types, to newer experimental and/or research-based models are explored. Approaches to anti-bias curriculum and inclusion of all children will be studied. A lab experience is included. --- # ED 331 — Infants and Toddlers 3 credits · 3 hours This course develops a framework for establishing and maintaining high quality programs for infants and toddlers and their families. Students will develop techniques for care giving, facilitating learning, and assessment that are developmentally appropriate and culturally sensitive. Attention to infants and toddlers with special needs is included. --- # ED 400 — Foundations of Literacy & Literature 2 credits · 2 hours This course explores the foundations of literacy with focus on the role of language and culture in language development. With emphasis on the pillars of effective reading instruction, candidates will consider structured, evidenced-based instructional strategies and modifications to support literacy and language development for diverse learners. Course includes an in-depth study of genres, authors, story elements, teaching strategies, and assessments of the literature of children and young adolescents with an emphasis on diversity and a focus on learners in early childhood, elementary, special… --- # ED 401 — Childrens & Young Adolescents Literature 2 credits · 2 hours This course includes an in-depth study of genres, authors, story elements, teaching strategies, and assessments of childrens and young adolescents literature with an emphasis on diversity and a focus on learners in early childhood, elementary, special education, early childhood special education, and multilingual learners. --- # ED 402 — Early Literacy and Linguistics & LAB 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction to early literacy and linguistics, which is the scientific study of language. The theory of linguistics and teaching methods will be investigated. Topics taught in this course are language development, including the sounds of language and how they are produced (phonology); the structure of words (morphology); sentence structure (syntax); and how meaning is expressed (semantics). Early literacy topics addressed in this course include concepts about print, alphabetic principle, phonemic awareness, phonics, spelling, fluency, and written language. Emphasis will be… --- # ED 403 — English Language Arts Methods & LAB 2 credits · 2 hours The course enables teacher candidates to improve communication proficiency as language develops in the child from early childhood through adolescence. With consideration of the academic ELA standards and inclusion of the ELA literacies: reading, writing, listening, speaking, viewing, and visually representing - including media/digital literacy, the focus of the content of English language arts includes: literature, writing, vocabulary, spelling, grammar/language conventions & effective usage, poetry, phonics, and handwriting. This course explores the process of language development and approp… --- # ED 404 — Literacy Methods & LAB 3 credits · 3 hours This course addresses the total spectrum of an inclusive P-6 developmental literacy program, including a study of phonemic, graphemic, and semantic systems, as well as strategies for teaching fluency, vocabulary, writing, and comprehension skills to learners. This course includes a field experience with structured assignments for teaching reading skills to diverse learners in grades K-6. --- # ED 405 — Secondary Methods: Language Arts 3 credits · 3 hours Study of rationale, curriculum, and special methods relevant to teaching language arts to diverse students, grades 5-12. Five classroom visits are included in the course. --- # ED 406 — Secondary Methods: Mathematics 3 credits · 3 hours Study of rationale, curriculum, and special methods relevant to teaching mathematics to diverse students, grades 5-12. Five classroom visits are included in the course. --- # ED 407 — Secondary Methods: Science 3 credits · 3 hours Study of rationale, curriculum, and special methods relevant to teaching science to diverse students, grades 5-12. Five classroom visits are included in the course. --- # ED 408 — Secondary Methods: Social Science 3 credits · 3 hours Study of rationale, curriculum, and special methods relevant to teaching the social sciences to diverse students, grades 5-12. Five classroom visits are included in the course. --- # ED 409 — K-12 Methods: World Languages & Cultures in Spanish 4 credits · 4 hours Learners will investigate language as a system, first and second language acquisition theory, developmental and cultural considerations, child/adolescent literature, curriculum/lesson development, standards-based assessment practices, and teaching/learning strategies (including technological) for diverse students. Spanish vocabulary related to the course content will be included. The learners will develop thematic/integrated teaching materials and practice using them to teach Spanish (listening, speaking, reading and writing skills and cultural understandings) in school settings. The course w… --- # ED 410 — Secondary Methods: Business 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes the study of pedagogy, standards, teaching strategies, and assessments for teaching business in grades 9-12. Topics include business organization and management, sales and marketing, finance, and business information systems. --- # ED 411 — Middle Level Methods: Communication Arts/Literature & LAB 2 credits · 2 hours Study of rationale, curriculum, and special methods relevant to teaching communication arts/literature to diverse students, grades 5-8. A field experience is required with this course. Admission to the Teacher Education Program required. --- # ED 412 — Middle Level Methods: Mathematics & LAB 2 credits · 2 hours Study of rationale, curriculum, and special methods relevant to teaching mathematics to diverse students, grades 5-8. A field experience is required with this course. Admission to the Teacher Education Program required. --- # ED 413 — Middle Level Methods: Science & LAB 2 credits · 2 hours Study of rationale, curriculum, and special methods relevant to teaching science to diverse students, grades 5-8. A field experience is required with this course. Admission to Teacher Education Program required. --- # ED 414 — Middle Level Methods: Social Studies & LAB 2 credits · 2 hours Study of rationale, curriculum, and special methods relevant to teaching social studies to diverse students, grades 5-8. A field experience is required with this course. Admission to the Teacher Education Program required. --- # ED 415 — K-8 Methods: World Languages and Cultures-Spanish 2 credits · 2 hours Learners will investigate language as a system, first and second language acquisition theory, developmental and cultural considerations, child/adolescent literature, curriculum/lesson development, standards-based assessment practices, and teaching/learning strategies (including technological) for diverse students. Spanish vocabulary related to the course content will be included. The learners will develop thematic/integrated teaching materials and practice using them to teach Spanish (listening, speaking, reading and writing skills and cultural understandings) in school settings. Required pre… --- # ED 418 — Kindergarten Methods & LAB 3 credits · 3 hours In order to teach young children it is necessary to be familiar with patterns of growth concerning physical, mental, social, emotional, and aesthetic development of this age group. And to know both methods and materials is essential in order to create a living/learning environment where children can experience the best possible educational program. This course requires a 15-hour field experience. --- # ED 422 — Pre-Student Teaching Experience 1 credits · 1 hours Must be successfully completed by elementary, secondary, and K-12 Education candidates prior to student teaching. Goals include practicing knowledge, skills, and dispositions that support learning by P-12 students in a classroom setting, and assessing readiness for student teaching. A minimum of 10 days is required. Prerequisites: No Fs or IPs on transcript; completion of appropriate methods courses; 2.8 GPA in Education and specialty courses; grade of C or higher in all Education and specialty courses. --- # ED 423 — Effective Learning Environments for Classroom Management 3 credits · 3 hours Provide education teacher candidates an understanding of the principles of effective classroom management and an opportunity to use a range of strategies to promote positive relationships, cooperation, and purposeful learning in the classroom; grow in their knowledge on how to create learning environments that contribute to the self-esteem of all persons and to positive interpersonal relations, establish a positive climate in the classroom and participate in maintaining a positive climate in the school as a whole. Participants will professionally grow in their development of skills, necessary… --- # ED 424 — Elementary Mathematics Methods & Lab 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on the central concepts and tools of inquiry for effective standards-based teaching and learning of mathematics from pre-kindergarten through grade 8. The course will address concept development, skill attainment, problem solving, lesson planning, assessment procedures, and techniques for accommodating different learning styles. Fifteen hours of classroom visits for guided practice and teaching a unit using appropriate methods for diverse learners are included. --- # ED 425 — Elementary Science Methods & LAB 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on the central concepts and tools of inquiry for effective standards-based teaching and learning of science from pre-kindergarten through grade 8. This course will address concept development, skill attainment, problem solving, lesson planning, assessment procedures, and techniques for accommodating different learning styles. Fifteen hours of classroom visits for guided practice and teaching a unit using appropriate methods for diverse learners are included. --- # ED 426 — Elementary Social Studies Methods 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes the study of pedagogy, standards, teaching strategies, and assessments for social studies concepts at the preprimary, kindergarten, and elementary levels for PreK - 6 diverse learners. --- # ED 427 — Mathematics for Educators II 2 credits · 2 hours This course focuses on the central concepts and tools of inquiry for effective standards-based teaching and learning of mathematics for grades 4 to grade 6. The course will address concept development, skill attainment, problem-solving, lesson planning, assessment procedures, and strategies for accommodating multiple learning styles. --- # ED 430 — Reading in the Content Areas 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides a study of methods for developing reading comprehension, strategies, and study skills for the acquisition of new content in a given discipline. --- # ED 435 — Media Production for Training and Learning 3 credits · 3 hours Provides the basics of media production for learning and training. Students will learn how to utilize technologies such as video, still images, animation, and graphics in business and educational contexts. This course is designed for professionals in the fields of education, corporate training, and management. --- # ED 438 — Environmental Education Strategies 3 credits · 3 hours This non-licensure course is designed for individuals planning to teach environmental education in a variety of settings. Interdisciplinary issues explored include history and trends in environmental education; goals of environmental literacy, sustainability, advocacy, and education; and research-based best practices of environmental education. The course includes practicum and lab sessions implementing course understandings into experiential learning. This course is designed for individuals who are planning on teaching in the field of environmental education in formal classroom settings and… --- # ED 446 — Inclusive Literacy Practices, Issues, & Research 3 credits · 3 hours This course develops literacy knowledge, strategies, and interventions in planning and teaching reading with focus on phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, comprehension, writing, and oral language development in grades K-8 in the context of evidence-based practices, issues, research, and the professional reading standards. --- # ED 447 — Teaching of Literacy 3 credits · 3 hours This course will help the teacher construct a framework for supporting content area literacy instruction. The course will focus on assisting teachers in developing reading and writing methods, strategies, and procedures for the 5-12 students. --- # ED 450 — Reading Assessment & Evaluation 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on assessment of the reading development of individual students and groups of students and the selection of strategies, materials, and instruction for students with a wide range of reading backgrounds and skills. --- # ED 451 — K-12 Literacy Practicum 3 credits · 3 hours This practicum is the capstone of the MN K-12 Teacher of Reading Licensure program. Placements will focus on the elementary, middle, and secondary levels. Reading teacher candidates must complete licensure coursework before enrolling in the Literacy Practicum. This should be the final term of the Reading licensure program. Approval by instructor required. Course may be concurrently taken with ED 450 /550. --- # ED 453 — Assessment in Education 2 credits · 2 hours This required course will enable teacher candidates to understand and be able to use formal and informal assessment strategies to evaluate and ensure the continuous intellectual, social, and physical development of the student. --- # ED 455 — Leadership and Advocacy in Early Childhood 1 credits · 1 hours This course focuses on the exploration, discussion, and critical analysis of contemporary issues regarding children, families, and early childhood programming. Areas will include advocacy; understanding legislation, rules, and regulations; child abuse; parenting roles; and professionalism. --- # ED 456 — Early Childhood Education Program Leadership Experience 2 credits · 2 hours Candidates will complete a supervised field experience under the direction of a qualified, licensed director in an agency that serves young children and their families. Candidates will have opportunities to understand the infrastructure of the Early Childhood field and to demonstrate professional and ethical behaviors. --- # ED 458 — Pre-Student Teaching Experience 3 credits · 3 hours This course will help the teacher candidate begin a plan for professional development. A portfolio will be an ongoing project for the course, as well as discussions and activities related to preparing for the teaching profession. Candidates taking this course will complete their Pre-Student Teaching Experience for 10 full days. --- # ED 459 — Professional Development & Action Research 1 credits · 1 hours This required course will help the teacher education student begin a plan for professional development. A portfolio will be an ongoing project for the course, as well as discussions and activities related to preparing for the teaching profession. Students taking the course will complete their Pre-Student Teaching Experience. --- # ED 459L — Pre-Student Teaching Experience 0 credits · 0 hours This required course will help the teacher education student begin a plan for professional development. A portfolio will be an ongoing project for the course, as well as discussions and activities related to preparing for the teaching profession. Students taking the course will complete their pre-student teaching experience. --- # ED 460 — Student Teaching in a Residency Program I 6 credits · 6 hours A supervised year-long clinical experience, in the scope and content of licensure area sought, evaluated by a cooperating teacher and a university supervisor. Teacher candidates demonstrate Teacher Preparation Program outcomes through a portfolio and a board-adopted performance assessment. --- # ED 461 — Educational Studies Practicum 3 credits · 3 hours Students will complete an extended supervised field experience in an organized setting serving children ages Birth - 18. Course is repeatable up to 12 credits. --- # ED 462 — Student Teaching: Early Childhood Education 12 credits · 12 hours A supervised semester-long field experience evaluated by a classroom supervisor and a University supervisor, in Birth-Grade 3 classrooms, required for ECE licensure fields. Students demonstrate Teacher Education program outcomes and present a portfolio at a final conference. --- # ED 463 — Student Teaching: Elementary Education 12 credits · 12 hours A supervised 12-week minimum student teaching experience in the scope and content of licensure area sought evaluated by a Cooperating Teacher and a University Supervisor. Candidates demonstrate Teacher Preparation Program outcomes through a portfolio and a board-adopted performance assessment. --- # ED 464 — Student Teaching: K - Grade 8 12 credits · 12 hours Supervised, semester-long field experience in K-Grade 8 classrooms, evaluated by a classroom supervisor and a University supervisor. Students demonstrate Teacher Education program outcomes and present a portfolio at a final conference. --- # ED 465 — Student Teaching: Varied Placement 12 credits · 12 hours Enrollment is restricted to student teaching in Common Market or UTEP, or to double majors. Students demonstrate Teacher Education program outcomes and present a portfolio at a final conference. --- # ED 466 — Student Teaching: Secondary or K-12 Education 12 credits · 12 hours A supervised 12-week minimum student teaching experience in the scope and content of licensure area sought evaluated by a Cooperating Teacher and a University Supervisor. Candidates demonstrate Teacher Preparation Program outcomes through a portfolio and a board-adopted performance assessment. --- # ED 467 — Advanced Student Teaching 6 credits · 6 hours This course is intended for candidates seeking more than one initial licensure. Candidates need to complete a minimum of two full-time student teaching weeks in the scope and content of the licensure area sought. --- # ED 468 — Advanced Practicum 6 credits · 6 hours This course is intended for licensed teachers seeking an additional licensure or endorsement. Candidates need to complete a minimum of 80 hours in the scope and content of the licensure area sought. Advanced Practicum candidate hours and grade bands will be determined by the evaluation of practicum candidate experience. --- # ED 469 — Student Teaching:Grade 5 - 12 12 credits · 12 hours Supervised semester-long field experience in Grade 5-12 classrooms, required for 5-12 licensure fields, evaluated by a classroom supervisor and a University supervisor. Students demonstrate Teacher Education program outcomes and present a portfolio presented at a final conference. --- # ED 470 — Student Teaching in a Residency Program II 6 credits · 6 hours A supervised year-long clinical experience, in the scope and content of licensure area sought, evaluated by a cooperating teacher and an university supervisor. Teacher candidates demonstrate Teacher Preparation Program outcomes through a portfolio and a board-adopted performance assessment. --- # ED 471 — Global Student Teaching at SMSU & Seminar 1 credits · 1 hours Supervised global student teaching field experience, required for education licensure fields, in kindergarten-Grade 12 classrooms, evaluated by a classroom supervisor and a University supervisor. Students demonstrate Teacher Education program outcomes and present a portfolio at a final conference. Admission to Teacher Education Program is required. --- # ED 472 — Extended Student Teaching 6 credits · 6 hours This extended student teaching experience will allow teacher candidates further experience in student teaching to demonstrate proficiency in preparation for licensure with the implementation of the edTPA - Teacher Performance Assessment. Special Permission Required. --- # ED 473 — Teacher Licensure 0 credits · 0 hours This course consists of the final SMSU School of Education Teacher Education Program requirements for teacher licensure in Minnesota. Teacher candidates successfully completing all the requirements for MN licensure will be moved forward for licensure recommendation. --- # ED 477 — Working with At-Risk Youth 3 credits · 3 hours This course explores the predictive factors linked to academic problems and risk behaviors in youth. It is also an evaluation of theories, models, research, and practices as they relate to working with youth in alternative schools, residential settings, and non-familial homes. Other topics of study include common risk behaviors among youth, intervention and prevention programs for at-risk youth, behavior and crisis management, and differential outcomes for youth at risk. --- # ED 478 — Coordination of Services for At-Risk Youth 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on the collaborative efforts among agencies serving at-risk youth. Major topics will include collaboration models, initiatives, and structures; benefits of and barriers to effective inter-agency collaboration; community resource mapping and capacity building; information sharing and confidentiality; as well as cultural competency within the context of a service system. Students will also gain a broad understanding of the services and programs designed to assist youth at risk. --- # ED 481 — Best Practices in Hybrid Teaching 3 credits · 3 hours In this course, students will explore how to effectively use blended instruction, both in-person and online, to design instruction, implement, and assess. --- # ED 482 — Best Practices in Online Teaching 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on the development of best practices in online teaching. Participants will investigate the roles of the online instructor, the online student, and the integration of technology in creating a successful online learning experience. --- # ED 483 — Teaching with Technology 3 credits · 3 hours This course looks at best practices in the integration of technology into classroom teaching. A variety of tools and applications will be explored in the context of specific content areas and age levels from pre-K through college level teaching. --- # ED 484 — Collaborative Technology in the Learning & Industry Environments 3 credits · 3 hours This course will aim to teach participants how to build a collaborative environment to facilitate synchronous and asynchronous text, voice, and video communication; support co-creation of projects; facilitate consensus building through group discussions and polling; develop strategies for resource management; and use online presentation tools. Participants will also learn how to assess tools including LMS and project management software to determine how well the tool serves the intended purpose and meets the users needs. --- # ED 486 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to provide an opportunity for students to experience a special or experimental curriculum enrichment course. --- # ED 488 — Assistantship 1 credits · 1 hours Tutoring of other students in the Learning Center, assisting Education Department instructors in the development of competencies or completing projects related to the students interest. --- # ED 494 — Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours This course allows students to do an in-depth, independent study exploration for a better understanding of a particular area of education. --- # ED 495 — Education in a Global Society 3 credits · 3 hours will focus on education systems around the world, making comparisons to education in the United States. This course promotes opportunities beyond the classroom, providing university students with an opportunity to visit another country and culture while enhancing their critical and creative thinking. University students will research the destination community before venturing there to teach in a K-12 school as well as prepare and implement a community service project in effort to be a concerned and active global citizen. --- # ED 496 — Student Teaching in SWTTP Elementary Education Program I 6 credits · 6 hours Supervised semester-long field experience, required for licensure in Elementary Education in Kindergarten-Grade 6 classrooms, evaluated by a classroom supervisor and a University supervisor. Students demonstrate Teacher Education program outcomes and present a portfolio at a final conference. Instructor Permission required. --- # ED 497 — Student Teaching in SWTTP Elementary Education Program II 6 credits · 6 hours Supervised semester-long field experience, required for licensure in Elementary Education in Kindergarten-Grade 6 classrooms, evaluated by a classroom supervisor and a University supervisor. Students demonstrate Teacher Education program outcomes and present a portfolio at a final conference. Instructor Permission required. --- # ED 499 — Internship - Field Experience - Field Study 1 credits · 1 hours Field experience designed by the requesting student and the faculty member who has agreed to help structure and supervise the experience. --- # ED 500 — Foundations of Literacy & Literature 2 credits · 2 hours This course explores the foundations of literacy with focus on the role of language and culture in language development. With emphasis on the pillars of effective reading instruction, candidates will consider structured, evidenced-based instructional strategies and modifications to support literacy and language development for diverse learners. Course includes an in-depth study of genres, authors, story elements, teaching strategies, and assessments of children¿s and young adolescents¿ literature with an emphasis on diversity and a focus on learners in early childhood, elementary, special edu… --- # ED 501 — Childrens & Young Adolescents Literature 2 credits · 2 hours This course includes an in-depth study of genres, authors, story elements, teaching strategies, and assessments of childrens and young adolescents literature with an emphasis on diversity and a focus on learners in early childhood, elementary, special education, early childhood special education, and multilingual learners. --- # ED 502 — Early Literacy and Linguistics & LAB 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction to early literacy and linguistics, which is the scientific study of language. The theory of linguistics and teaching methods will be investigated. Topics taught in this course are language development, including the sounds of language and how they are produced (phonology); the structure of words (morphology); sentence structure (syntax); and how meaning is expressed (semantics). Early literacy topics addressed in this courses include concepts about print, alphabetic principle, phonemic awareness, phonics, spelling, fluency, and written language. Emphasis will be… --- # ED 503 — English Language Arts Methods & LAB 3 credits · 3 hours The course enables teacher candidates to improve communication proficiency as language develops in the child from early childhood through adolescence. With consideration of the academic ELA standards and inclusion of the ELA literacies: reading, writing, listening, speaking, viewing, and visually representing - including media/digital literacy, the focus of the content of English language arts includes: literature, writing, vocabulary, spelling, grammar/language conventions & effective usage, poetry, phonics, and handwriting. This course explores the process of language development and approp… --- # ED 504 — Literacy Methods & LAB 3 credits · 3 hours This course addresses the total spectrum of an inclusive P-6 developmental literacy program, including a study of phonemic, graphemic, and semantic systems, as well as strategies for teaching fluency, vocabulary, writing, and comprehension skills to learners. This course includes a field experience with structured assignments for teaching reading skills to diverse learners in grades P-6. --- # ED 518 — Kindergarten Methods & LAB 3 credits · 3 hours In order to teach young children it is necessary to be familiar with patterns of growth concerning physical, mental, social, emotional, and aesthetic development of this age group. And to know both methods and materials is essential in order to create a living/learning environment where children can experience the best possible educational program. This course requires a 15-hour field experience. --- # ED 523 — Classroom Management Theories and Practices & LAB 3 credits · 3 hours Provide education majors an understanding of the principles of effective classroom management and an opportunity to use a range of strategies to promote positive relationships, cooperation, and purposeful learning in the classroom; grow in their knowledge on how to create learning environments that contribute to the self-esteem of all persons and to positive personal relations, establish a positive climate in the classroom and participate in maintaining a positive climate in the school as a whole. Participants will professionally grow in their development of skills necessary to lead with conf… --- # ED 524 — Elementary Mathematics Methods & Lab 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on the central concepts and tools of inquiry for effective standards-based teaching and learning of mathematics from pre-kindergarten through grade 8. The course will address concept development, skill attainment, problem solving, lesson planning, assessment procedures, and techniques for accommodating different learning styles. Fifteen hours of classroom visits for guided practice and teaching a unit using appropriate methods for diverse learners are included. --- # ED 525 — Elementary Science Methods & LAB 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on the central concepts and tools of inquiry for effective standards-based teaching and learning of science from pre-kindergarten through grade 8. This course will address concept development, skill attainment, problem solving, lesson planning, assessment procedures, and techniques for accommodating different learning styles. Fifteen hours of classroom visits for guided practice and teaching a unit using appropriate methods for diverse learners are included. --- # ED 526 — Elementary Social Studies Methods & LAB 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes the study of pedagogy, standards, teaching strategies and assessments for social studies concepts at the preprimary, kindergarten and elementary levels for PreK - 6 diverse learners. Early Childhood and Elementary Education teacher candidates teach social studies content and skill objectives during a 15 hour lab experience in an elementary school for PK -6 diverse learners. --- # ED 535 — Media Production for Training and Learning 3 credits · 3 hours Provides the basics of media production for learning and training. Students will learn how to utilize technologies such as video, still images, animation, and graphics in business and educational contexts. This course is designed for professionals in the fields of education, corporate training, and management. --- # ED 538 — Environmental Education Strategies 3 credits · 3 hours This non-licensure course is designed for individuals planning to teach environmental education in a variety of settings. Interdisciplinary issues explored include history and trends in environmental education; goals of environmental literacy, sustainability, advocacy, and education; and research-based best practices of environmental education. The course includes practicum and lab sessions implementing course understandings into experiential learning. This course is designed for individuals who are planning on teaching in the field of environmental education in formal classroom settings and… --- # ED 546 — Inclusive Literacy Practices, Issues, & Research 3 credits · 3 hours This course develops literacy knowledge, strategies, and interventions in planning and teaching reading with focus on phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, comprehension, writing, and oral language development in grades K-8 in the context of evidence-based practices, issues, research, and the professional reading standards. --- # ED 547 — Teaching of Literacy 3 credits · 3 hours This course will help the teacher construct a framework for supporting content area literacy instruction. The course will focus on assisting teachers in developing reading and writing methods, strategies, and procedures for the 5-12 students. --- # ED 550 — Reading Assessment & Evaluation 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on assessment of the reading development of individual students and groups of students and the selection of strategies, materials, and instruction for students with a wide range of reading backgrounds and skills. --- # ED 551 — K-12 Literacy Practicum 3 credits · 3 hours This practicum is the capstone of the MN K-12 Teacher of Reading Licensure program. Placements will focus on the elementary, middle, and secondary levels. Reading teacher candidates must complete licensure coursework before enrolling in the Literacy Practicum. This should be the final term of the Reading licensure program. Approval by instructor required. Course may be concurrently taken with ED 450 /550. --- # ED 553 — Assessment in Education 2 credits · 2 hours This required course will enable teacher candidates to understand and be able to use formal and informal assessment strategies to evaluate and ensure the continuous intellectual, social, and physical development of the student. --- # ED 558 — Action Research 3 credits · 3 hours The purpose of this course will be to learn research techniques and applications by participating in action research, specifically the performance assessment required by the State of Minnesota for teacher candidates who want to obtain a Minnesota teaching license. This course will focus on action research and researching learning strategies in preparation for teaching. --- # ED 559 — Professional Development & Action Research 1 credits · 1 hours This required course will help the teacher education student begin a plan for professional development. A portfolio will be an ongoing project for the course, as well as discussions and activities related to preparing for the teaching profession. Students taking the course will complete their Pre-Student Teaching Experience. --- # ED 559L — Pre-Student Teaching Experience 0 credits · 0 hours This required course will help the teacher education student begin a plan for professional development. A portfolio will be an ongoing project for the course, as well as discussions and activities related to preparing for the teaching profession. Students taking the course will complete their pre-student teaching experience. --- # ED 567 — Advanced Student Teaching 6 credits · 6 hours This course is intended for candidates seeking more than one initial licensure. Candidates need to complete a minimum of two full-time student teaching weeks in the scope and content of the licensure area sought. --- # ED 568 — Advanced Practicum 6 credits · 6 hours This course is intended for licensed teachers seeking an additional licensure or endorsement. Candidates need to complete a minimum of 80 hours in the scope and content of the licensure area sought. Advanced Practicum candidate hours and grade bands will be determined by the evaluation of practicum candidate experience. --- # ED 572 — Integrated STEA2M I 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on an overview of the history and current research supporting integrated STEAM learning with emphasis on innovative and culturally responsive teaching practices. The course introduces integrated learning as an authentic, salient, and cross-discipline pedagogy in engaging students in creative, critical, and meaningful endeavors to provide solutions to student and community generated problems. The course explores teaching science, technology, engineering, arts, agriculture and mathematics connecting understandings from each discipline to real-world applications with emphasis… --- # ED 573 — Teacher Licensure 0 credits · 0 hours This course consists of the final SMSU School of Education Teacher Education Program requirements for teacher licensure in Minnesota. Teacher candidates successfully completing all the requirements for MN licensure will be moved forward for licensure recommendation. --- # ED 574 — Integrated STEA2M II 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on current research and relevant applications of supporting STEAM learning with emphasis on engineering and environmental science integration. The course covers implementing engineering pedagogies into elementary curriculum including the engineering design cycle and optimization. The course highlights the integrated standards, particularly science, that advocate for proficiency in engineering design to equip students with the critical and creative thinking for problem solving. Additionally, the course covers incorporating nature journaling as a tool to connect to broader e… --- # ED 575 — Integrated STEA2M III 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on current research and relevant applications of supporting integrated STEAM learning with emphasis on arts and technology integration. The course provides student engagement through integration, critique, and discussion highlighting a variety of best-practice connected to current teaching practices. The Methods of improving classroom instruction through culturally responsive pedagogies as well as methods of critical evaluation of student learning outcomes will be investigated. The course also provides further foundation for research-based implementation strategies for eff… --- # ED 576 — Integrated STEA2M IV 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on the two anchor subjects for STEAM integration: science and mathematics. The course explores the positions taken by science and math teaching organizations and anchors integrated STEAM to national and state standards. The course lens explores the use of integrated STEAM to build authenticity in learning tasks, allowing students to make sense of their conceptual understandings. Sensemaking and its attributes along with modeling will be used to promote equitable and culturally responsive learning opportunities for all students to use STEAM to be scientific and mathematical… --- # ED 577 — Working with At-Risk Youth 3 credits · 3 hours This course explores the predictive factors linked to academic problems and risk behaviors in youth. It is also an evaluation of theories, models, research, and practices as they relate to working with youth in alternative schools, residential settings, and non-familial homes. Other topics of study include common risk behaviors among youth, intervention and prevention programs for at-risk youth, behavior and crisis management, and differential outcomes for youth at risk. --- # ED 578 — Coordination of Services for At-Risk Youth 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on the collaborative efforts among agencies serving at-risk youth. Major topics will include collaboration models, initiatives, and structures; benefits of and barriers to effective inter-agency collaboration; community resource mapping and capacity building; information sharing and confidentiality; as well as cultural competency within the context of a service system. Students will also gain a broad understanding of the services and programs designed to assist youth at risk. --- # ED 580 — Experiential STEA2M Learning 3 credits · 3 hours This graduate-level course offers an immersive exploration into the integration of STEA2M education through educational travel and experiential learning research. Designed for educators and education professionals, the course combines theoretical knowledge and participation in active research with practical classroom applications, focusing on the development of innovative curricular resources for elementary or middle level learning environments. By the end of the course, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of STEAM integration enriched by real-world experiences and research.… --- # ED 581 — Best Practices in Hybrid Teaching 3 credits · 3 hours In this course, students will explore how to effectively use blended instruction, both in-person and online, to design instruction, implement, and assess. --- # ED 582 — Best Practices in Online Teaching 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on the development of best practices in online teaching. Participants will investigate the roles of the online instructor, the online student, and the integration of technology in creating a successful online learning experience. --- # ED 583 — Teaching with Technology 3 credits · 3 hours This course looks at best practices in the integration of technology into classroom teaching. A variety of tools and applications will be explored in the context of specific content areas and age levels from pre-K through college level teaching. --- # ED 584 — Collaborative Technology in the Learning & Industry Environments 3 credits · 3 hours This course will aim to teach participants how to build a collaborative environment to facilitate synchronous and asynchronous text, voice, and video communication; support co-creation of projects; facilitate consensus building through group discussions and polling; develop strategies for resource management; and use online presentation tools. Participants will also learn how to assess tools including LMS and project management software to determine how well the tool serves the intended purpose and meets the users needs. --- # ED 586 — Graduate Topics in Educ 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to provide an opportunity for students to experience a special or experimental curriculum enrichment course. --- # ED 594 — Graduate Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours Additional work in a particular area, in-depth study or related projects. --- # ED 596 — Graduate Workshop in Educ 1 credits · 1 hours Expands and strengthens the teachers ability to develop an in-depth understanding of Reading Recovery practices and theory in order to teach and accelerate the learning of individual children. Classroom instruction is coordinated with the individual instruction of four at-risk students in an integrated field experience. The second semester focuses on understanding the theoretical background of Reading Recovery, analyzing and refining teaching decisions, and becoming reflective teachers. --- # ED 599 — Internship/Field Experience/Study 1 credits · 1 hours Field experience designed by requesting student and the faculty member who has agreed to help structure and supervise the experience. --- # ED 600 — Research Seminar 1 credits · 1 hours This course will assist the graduate student in the American Psychological Association (APA) publication style, choosing a research topic, conducting a review of literature, and organizing an action research project, the capstone activity for the graduate program. --- # ED 601 — Foundations in Education & LAB 6 credits · 6 hours Aspiring educators will learn the foundations of pedagogical practices in an inclusive education. The course will explore learning theories and child development in relation to culturally relevant practices to effectively instruct diverse learners as well as learners with special needs. This course will require a 20+ hour field experience in the appropriate scope and content of (specific) licensure. Prerequisite: Must be admitted to Graduate Program. --- # ED 602 — Curriculum & Instruction for the Culturally Responsive Teacher & Lab 3 credits · 3 hours Aspiring educators will learn instructional practices and curricular options for the culturally responsive classroom. The course will explore development and growth, incorporating the interrelationships among culture, language, and thought among the needs of diverse population of students including English learners, learners with disabilities, and gifted and talented learners. Additional focus on teaching methodologies and curricular modifications and adaptions are included. This course will require a 20+ hour field experience in the appropriate scope and content of (specific) licensure. Prer… --- # ED 603 — Inclusive Pedagogical Theories and Practices & LAB 6 credits · 6 hours Aspiring educators will learn instructional strategies and assessment practices focusing on collaborative methods for working with diverse populations and students with exceptionalities. Additionally, aspiring educators will demonstrate and evaluate pedagogical practices in classroom management and foster home-school-community relationships. This course will require a 20+ hour field experience in the appropriate scope and content of (specific) licensure. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. --- # ED 610 — Professional Development for Meaningful Learning 3 credits · 3 hours Students will identify the cultural and historical influences and knowledge and belief systems which shape, and continue to shape, educational organizations, processes, and individual actions. Students will investigate the concepts and skills used in educational research and evaluate research methodologies. Students will initiate a portfolio as a means of demonstrating professional competencies. Technology will be an integral component in the research and portfolio process. --- # ED 614 — Critical Analysis of Teaching and Learning 3 credits · 3 hours This course combines research and theory about teaching and learning that effectively enable educators to make informed decisions to better meet the diverse needs of all learners. --- # ED 621 — Critical Theory of Educational Systems 3 credits · 3 hours Students will identify and critically analyze a variety of cultural and historical influences, theories, knowledge and belief systems which shape educational organizations. Admission to Education Graduate program is required. --- # ED 622 — Research in Education 3 credits · 3 hours Students will learn and apply education research and assessment as a means of analyzing and improving teaching and the learning of content. Students will use their findings to enhance the scholarship of teaching and learning. --- # ED 623 — Professional Planning & Assessment 2 credits · 2 hours Students create a portfolio to reflect their professional growth and development. The portfolio will be an accurate portrayal of who they are as educators. Admission to the Education Graduate program is required. --- # ED 624 — Research Project Design 3 credits · 3 hours Students identify an issue of interest to their professional development. The issue may include, but it is not limited to, instructional, organizational, or community processes related to their practice or content area. Students develop a research project designed to improve, implement, or understand the issue identified. Admission to Education Graduate program is required. --- # ED 625 — 21st Century Based Teaching and Learning 3 credits · 3 hours Students will focus on an in-depth examination of their professional beliefs, values, and knowledge regarding teaching and learning and compare these to the current research base on teaching and learning. With this knowledge they will conduct field studies to determine the influence of their practice on student learning and work to improve that practice. Admission to Education Graduate program is required. --- # ED 626 — Democracy, Diversity, and Leadership 3 credits · 3 hours Students will critically examine culturally embedded beliefs, knowledge, practices, and organizational structures and processes to determine their appropriateness in a democratic society. Admission to Education Graduate program is required. --- # ED 627 — Action Research: Project Implementation 1 credits · 1 hours Students implement and complete their action research projects. Admission to Education Graduate program is required. --- # ED 628 — Continuing Research Education 1 credits · 1 hours This course is for graduate students who have not completed their research at the end of their final research course. Students are required to enroll each semester the student is requesting assistance from graduate faculty and using the library resources or any other University resources. Admission to the Graduate Program is required. --- # ED 631 — Professional Learning Communities 3 credits · 3 hours Students study social learning and the school as a social learning organization. Students experience first-hand the processes involved in social learning within the learning community context and transfer those processes into classroom practices. Admission to Education Graduate program required. --- # ED 632 — Linking Teaching, Content, & Learning 3 credits · 3 hours Students examine and connect current research in learning to the content areasin order to develop effective instructional decisions. Students design teaching approaches and learning environments to meet the needs of learners and organizations. Additionally, students engage in the development of personal practice knowledge in the content area as they build a knowledge base of educational research, theory, and practice. Admission to Education Graduate program required. --- # ED 633 — Trends and Issues in Education 3 credits · 3 hours Students will research and review literature on a variety of current issues, trends, and reform efforts in education. Admission to Education Graduate program required. --- # ED 634 — Educators as Change Agents 3 credits · 3 hours Students explore multiple organizational theories and practices, compare and contrast those theories and practices, and assess their value in educational contexts. Students develop or engage in active leadership roles in their educational contexts. Admission to Education Graduate program required. --- # ED 635 — Content and Curriculum Development 4 credits · 4 hours Students develop and refine curriculum using research-based design models. They research the connection between recent findings in human learning and how these findings translate into more effective curriculum design within their specific content area. Admission to Education Graduate program required. --- # ED 636 — Current Issues in Education 3 credits · 3 hours Students will research and review literature on a variety of current issues, trends, and reform efforts in education using an historical context. Students will develop an advocacy position in an issue related to his/her specialty area. --- # ED 637 — Professional Presenters 1 credits · 1 hours This course offers educators the opportunity to take a research presentation and develop a professional presentation to be utilized beyond the requirements of a graduate program and/or presentation. Through reflective practice, students will learn how to revise their research presentations to be utilized within the broader P-12 system. They will learn how to adapt and strengthen their presentations, so they are marketable and meaningful. They will take knowledge attained by attending the graduate research conference to reevaluate and reinvent their presentation content, design, and implementa… --- # ED 650 — Technology Integration as Instructional Leader 1 credits · 1 hours Charter School Leaders have the responsibility of overseeing the many operations of the school environment. Utilizing technology to support the day-to-day operations and support best practices is an important aspect of the schools ability to function at a highly productive level. Leaders will explore technologies that focus on two distinct elements: operational and instructional. Software and technology that will assist in the functions of the building, staffing needs, and scheduling will be examined, along with software and technology that supports effective instruction and curriculum develo… --- # ED 651 — Practicum in Reading Instruction 3 credits · 3 hours This practicum provides students the opportunity to apply effective reading practices with elementary, middle level, and high school students. --- # ED 652 — Charter Law, Governance, and Policy 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide an understanding and overview of organization of charter school history, systems, management, and leadership theory. Examination of the unique operations of charter schools, along with governance and affiliations with outside entities will be included. This course will analyze and review federal and state laws related to charter school education. Legal issues which affect operation of schools will also be explored. Students will learn about case law, contract law, labor relations, district, and school policies. An overview of special education and related la… --- # ED 653 — Human Resources and Charter Finance 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on fiscal and human resource management for charter schools. It includes budget allocation, planning, reporting and policies, and laws governing funding at the state, district, and local school levels for charter schools. It will also explore administrative technology applications and funding necessary to provide those resources. Participants will become familiar with a variety of technology applications. In addition, students will explore staffing, recruitment, selection, and termination processes. --- # ED 654 — Professional Development through Collaboration 3 credits · 3 hours Students dialogue with his/her professional organizations, peers, parents, learners, and the community to investigate and generate contextually meaningful personal and social processes of learning and teaching. Students will investigate and develop skills in mentoring, peer coaching, organizational and group dynamics, paradigm theory, conflict resolution/negotiation skills, effective communication, collaboration, and consultation. --- # ED 655 — Mentor Internship I 1 credits · 1 hours Candidates seeking the Charter School Leadership certificate will be assigned and will work collaboratively with a veteran Charter School Administrator for three terms; summer, fall, and spring, which will consist of a total of 80 hours. Experiences are planned cooperatively by the individual, the site mentor, and university supervisor to provide inclusion of appropriate opportunities to apply skills, knowledge, and research throughout the year-round mentoring experience. The first experience will consist of 20 hours in the summer; with 30 hours during the fall and spring terms, respectively. --- # ED 656 — Mentor Internship II 1 credits · 1 hours Candidates seeking the Charter School Leadership certificate will be assigned and will work collaboratively with a veteran Charter School Administrator for three terms; summer, fall, and spring, which will consist of a total of 80 hours. Experiences are planned cooperatively by the individual, the site mentor, and university supervisor to provide inclusion of appropriate opportunities to apply skills, knowledge, and research throughout the year-round mentoring experience. The first experience will consist of 20 hours in the summer; with 30 hours during the fall and spring terms, respectively. --- # ED 657 — Mentor Internship III & Capstone 1 credits · 1 hours Candidates seeking the Charter School Leadership certificate will be assigned and will work collaboratively with a veteran Charter School Administrator for three terms; summer, fall, and spring, which will consist of a total of 80 hours. Experiences are planned cooperatively by the individual, the site mentor, and university supervisor to provide inclusion of appropriate opportunities to apply skills, knowledge, and research throughout the year-round mentoring experience. The first experience will consist of 20 hours in the summer; with 30 hours during the fall and spring terms, respectively. --- # ED 659 — Charter School Community, Climate, and Culture 3 credits · 3 hours Students in this course will examine models of supervision, professional development, pedagogical theory, and leadership. Students will develop an effective supervision model for a charter school. In addition, relationships and communication with internal and external publics connected to charter schools will be explored. --- # ED 662 — Organization & Administration of Reading Programs 3 credits · 3 hours This course will focus on current research, trends, issues, federal and state initiatives, legislation, and resources related to the development, supervision, and administration of reading programs for Pre-K through adult learners. This course will also include censorship issues, textbook and trade-book adoption practices, assessment procedures, and integration of instructional technology, staff development and effective change strategies. --- # ED 663 — Instructional Leadership I: Mentoring, Observations, & Assessment 3 credits · 3 hours Students in this course will examine models of supervision, professional development, pedagogical theory, and leadership. Students will develop an effective supervision model for a school. In addition, relationships and communication with internal and external publics will be explored. --- # ED 664 — Instructional Leadership II: Data Driven Decision Making 3 credits · 3 hours This course explores how data based decision making is essential to sound school improvement. Students will explore data systems, technology and resources, and methods of implementation. Students will analyze and evaluate existing plans related to schools needs. Students will examine special needs populations, and diverse student populations and the impact each has on the school climate, culture, and curriculum. --- # ED 665 — Research Seminar & Field Experience I: Principal 2 credits · 2 hours To satisfy Minnesota Administrative Licensure requirements, student interns will work directly with a licensed and practicing principal for a minimum of 320 hours over the course of two/three semesters, or twelve consecutive months. Therefore, for this course, it is expected that the student intern would satisfy approximately 120 hours toward the completion of the required hours. This is the first of three consecutive courses to be taken to complete the Principal Licensure. --- # ED 667 — Research Seminar & Field Experience II: Principal 1.5 credits · 1.5 hours To satisfy Minnesota Administrative Licensure requirements, student interns will work directly with a licensed and practicing principal for a minimum of 320 hours over the course of two/three semesters, or twelve consecutive months. Therefore, for this course, it is expected that the student intern would satisfy approximately 80 hours toward the completion of the required hours. Because the Minnesota Administrative License is a K-12 license, student interns are required to have practical experience in each of the three levels: elementary, middle school, and high school. This is the second of… --- # ED 668 — Research Seminar & Field Experience III: Principal 2 credits · 2 hours To satisfy Minnesota Administrative Licensure requirements, student interns will work directly with a licensed and practicing principal for a minimum of 320 hours over the course of two/three semesters, or twelve consecutive months. Therefore, for this course, it is expected that the student intern would satisfy approximately 80 hours toward the completion of the required hours. Because the Minnesota Administrative License is a K-12 license, student interns are required to have practical experience in each of the three levels: elementary, middle school, and high school. A minimum of 160 hours… --- # ED 670 — Introduction to Leadership and Educational Issues 3 credits · 3 hours Students will explore aspects of leadership through use of questionnaires, leadership assessments, case studies, simulations, and reading. Each student will develop a personal leadership profile and professional development plan. In addition, research teams will explore and present on current issues in education. --- # ED 671 — Portfolio Development 1 credits · 1 hours In this course students will explore the Minnesota Core Leadership Competencies and the competencies specific to each area of licensure for the Principal, Superintendent, and Special Education Director. Students will also review the national Interstate School Leadership Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) standards, which are aligned with the Minnesota Administrator competencies and which have been adopted by the SMSU Department of Education. Students will learn how an e-portfolio will be developed to demonstrate mastery of those competencies using the LiveText program. Students will participate in… --- # ED 672 — Portfolio Implementation 1 credits · 1 hours In this course students will develop and design e-portfolio artifacts which demonstrate growth or mastery of the Minnesota Core Leadership Competencies and the competencies specific to each area of licensure for the Principal, Superintendent, and Special Education Director and the national Interstate School Leadership Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) standards, which are aligned with the Minnesota Administrator competencies. Students will also develop and design portfolio artifacts specific to their own professional development plans. --- # ED 673 — Portfolio Capstone 1 credits · 1 hours In this course students will develop and design e-portfolio artifacts which demonstrate growth or mastery of the Minnesota Core Leadership Competencies and the competencies specific to each area of licensure including Principal, Superintendent, and Special Education Director and the national Interstate School Leadership Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) standards, which are aligned with the Minnesota Administrator competencies. Students will also develop and design portfolio artifacts specific to their own professional development plans. --- # ED 674 — Education Systems and Organizations 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide an understanding and overview of organization of educational systems, management, and leadership theory. Reflection, experiential activities, case studies, debates, simulations, and field studies will assist the student in developing and building decision-making, communication, and collaboration skills essential for the 21st Century administrator. --- # ED 675 — Legal Issues and Special Education Law 3 credits · 3 hours This course analyzes and reviews federal and state laws related to education. Legal issues which affect operation of school districts and schools will also be explored. Students will learn about case law, contract law, labor relations, district, and school policies. An overview of special education and related laws, policies, and procedures will be included. Students will be engaged in reflections, case studies, inbox activities, research projects, school policy reviews, and debates. --- # ED 676 — Data Driven Decision Making 3 credits · 3 hours The instructional leader is responsible for developing a vision of learning and establishing and implementing clear learning goals and assessments through collaboration with teachers and other stakeholders. Students will explore their own leadership skills and develop action plans for growth of self and others. The students will examine the learning climate within the school and use data to develop research-based instructional experiences to meet the needs of all learners. --- # ED 677 — Educational Administration Licensure by Portfolio 1 credits · 1 hours This course is available to licensed administrators from outside of Minnesota who are seeking to obtain Minnesota administrative licensure as a principal, superintendent, and/or director of special education. Candidates credentials will be evaluated to determine the needed competencies and/or field experiences to gain licensure. This course will be taken to establish a roadmap for the candidate to complete the needed competencies towards licensure requirements. This course can be repeated with the remaining competency levels needed. --- # ED 678 — Leadership for Cultural Responsiveness 3 credits · 3 hours The instructional leader is responsible for developing a vision of learning and establishing and implementing clear learning goals and assessments through collaboration with teachers and other stakeholders. Students will explore their own leadership skills and develop action plans for growth of self and others. The students will examine the learning climate within the school and use data to develop research-based instructional experiences to meet the needs of all learners. --- # ED 679 — Financial and Resource Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on fiscal and human resource management. It includes budget allocation, planning, reporting and policies, and laws governing funding at the state, district, and school levels. It will also explore administrative technology applications and funding necessary to provide those resources. Participants will become familiar with a variety of technology applications and the Minnesota UFARS system. In addition, students will explore staffing, recruitment, selection, and termination processes. --- # ED 680 — Organizational Management & Leadership in Academic Settings 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides students with a comprehensive overview of organization and management theory that will form the framework for sound organizational and management practices for administration in various academic settings. Emphasis: All academic levels and all C & I areas. --- # ED 681 — Transforming Principals & Perspectives 3 credits · 3 hours This course will explore principal leadership with an emphasis on developing transformational leaders for 21st Century schools. Participants will learn about the world of the principal and practice and build skills essential for effective leadership. Exploration of topics relating to p-12 leadership will include: school climate, developing a vision and mission, instructional leadership and curriculum, staff motivation and professional development, scheduling and human resource management, communication with students, staff, parents and community, collaborative leadership, extracurricular prog… --- # ED 682 — Transforming Superintendents & Perspectives 3 credits · 3 hours In this course students will explore and understand leadership theory and practice at the executive level. Looking beyond management, students will be immersed in the realities of practice and the specific leadership skills that create effective school systems. Practical topics which will be addressed include strategic planning, goal setting, decision making, budgeting, negotiations and collective bargaining, and effective --- # ED 683 — Transforming Special Education Director Perspectives and SPED Law 3 credits · 3 hours This course will be a Director of Special Education (SPED) leadership course with an emphasis on developing transformational skills for the 21st century. Students will learn about the world of the Director of SPED and practice building skills to become an effective leader. Topics related to the director will include: special education finance, budgeting and accounting, available resources, monitoring of programs, governance and administration of policy, program development, and organizations that serve students and families with disabilities. This course will also provide a review of the stat… --- # ED 684 — Research Seminar & Field Experience I: Director of Special Education 2 credits · 2 hours To satisfy Minnesota Administrative Licensure requirements, student interns will work directly with a licensed and practicing director of special education for a minimum of 320 hours over the course of two/three semesters, or twelve consecutive months. This is the first of three consecutive courses to be completed for the Director of Special Education Licensure. Therefore, for this course, it is expected that the student intern would satisfy 100 hours toward the completion of the required hours. --- # ED 685 — Research Seminar & Field Experience II: Director of Special Education 2 credits · 2 hours To satisfy Minnesota Administrative Licensure requirements, student interns will work directly with a licensed and practicing director of special education for a minimum of 320 hours over the course of two/three semesters, or twelve consecutive months. This is the second of three consecutive courses to be completed for the Director of Special Education Licensure. Therefore, for this course, it is expected that the student intern would satisfy approximately 100 hours toward the completion of the required hours. --- # ED 686 — Research Seminar & Field Experience III: Director of Special Education 2 credits · 2 hours To satisfy Minnesota Administrative Licensure requirements, student interns will work directly with a licensed and practicing director of special education for a minimum of 320 hours over the course of two/three semesters, or twelve consecutive months. This is the third of three consecutive courses to be completed for the Director of Special Education Licensure. Therefore, for this course, it is expected that the student intern would satisfy approximately 100 hours toward the completion of the required hours. --- # ED 687 — Ed Specialist Research 3 credits · 3 hours Qualified candidates for the Ed Specialist degree conduct action research (field study) in their licensure field and write a formal paper that is presented to a faculty review panel for final approval. The paper is organized according to the Action Research Structural Guidelines using the APA format. --- # ED 690 — Research Design 3 credits · 3 hours This course will assist the graduate student in designing and implementing his or her action research project, the capstone activity for the presentation portfolio. Student projects, completed in ED 699 , are intended to investigate professional practical issues or strategies for the purpose of self-improvement and /or improved student learning. This may include a study of his or her own practice, learning environments, and professional standards. Participants will identify a research focus and design, ethical practices, and review related literature. Students will produce the initial chapter… --- # ED 691 — Change Agents in the 21st Century 3 credits · 3 hours The purpose of this course is to develop the skills and understanding to lead change in the 21st century schools. In this course students will explore change theory and its application to the school and/or district. Students will review, implement, and evaluate different change processes. Students will also design a comprehensive plan for a new change initiative. --- # ED 692 — Graduate Project 1 credits · 1 hours This course will assist the graduate student in completing the action research project, the capstone activity for the graduate program. This is a variable credit option intended for graduate students who have initiated the graduate project and are returning to complete their action research project. Candidates may enroll in up to 6 credits in graduate project. Candidates who have not taken credits in ED 692 should enroll in 699. --- # ED 693 — Special Education Law for SPED Directors 3 credits · 3 hours This course will provide a study of the state and federal laws governing Special Education in United States Schools. The course will include the Legal cases which shaped todays laws in special education, a historical background of special education, a review of IDEA 2004 and due process, the requirements of NCLB and the implications it has for Special Education students. --- # ED 694 — Research Seminar & Field Experience I: Superintendent 2 credits · 2 hours To satisfy Minnesota Administrative Licensure requirements, student interns will work directly with a licensed and practicing superintendent for a minimum of 320 hours over the course of two/three semesters, or twelve consecutive months. Therefore, for this course, it is expected that the student intern would satisfy approximately 120 hours toward the completion of the required hours. --- # ED 695 — Supervision and School Relationships 3 credits · 3 hours Students in this course will examine models of supervision, professional development, pedagogical theory, and leadership. Students will develop an effective supervision model for a school. In addition, relationships and communication with internal and external publics will be explored. --- # ED 696 — Research Seminar & Field Experience II: Superintendent 2 credits · 2 hours To satisfy Minnesota Administrative Licensure requirements, student interns will work directly with a licensed and practicing superintendent for a minimum of 320 hours over the course of two/three semesters, or twelve consecutive months. This is the second of three consecutive courses to be taken. Therefore, for this course, it is expected that the student intern would satisfy approximately 100 hours toward the completion of the required hours. --- # ED 697 — Research Seminar & Field Experience III: Superintendent 2 credits · 2 hours To satisfy Minnesota Administrative Licensure requirements, student interns will work directly with a licensed and practicing superintendent for a minimum of 320 hours over the course of two/three semesters, or twelve consecutive months. This is the third of three consecutive courses to be taken. Therefore, for this course, it is expected that the student intern would satisfy approximately 100 hours toward the completion of the required hours. An exit portfolio review will be conducted at the conclusion of the field experience. --- # ED 698 — Ed Specialist Action Research and Paper 0 credits · 0 hours This non-credit course will be offered to candidates who elect to earn the Ed Specialist Degree by completing an Action Research Project and a formal paper. Students will study research methods and action research design and will develop and conduct their field study research project in their selected area of administration, Principal, Special Education Director or Superintendent. Students will write a formal research paper following APA action research guidelines. Students will present their research to their graduate committee. A grade of B or higher is required. When completed, the Ed Spec… --- # ED 699 — Action Research Project 3 credits · 3 hours Students demonstrate professional teaching standards through a presentation portfolio that includes completion of the action research project. During this seminar course, the student puts into action and completes his or her project, which was developed in the research design course ( ED 690 ). The data is analyzed, interpreted, and reported. Implications for future action research efforts are identified. The presentation portfolio and research project results are disseminated in a graduate seminar. --- # ED 1100 — Foundations of Teaching and Learning for Apprentices 8 credits · 8 hours This introductory course explores the foundations of teaching, child development, culturally responsive practices, instructional design, and technology integration. Apprentices will engage in readings, discussions, on-the-job experiences, and portfolio-based assessments aligned to Minnesota teacher licensure standards. --- # ED 1200 — Foundations of Teaching and Learning for Apprentices 2 3 credits · 3 hours This course prepares teacher candidates to create inclusive, culturally responsive classrooms for E-12 learners. Topics include human relations, diversity, classroom management, and special education. Candidates explore strategies for equity, collaboration, and effective communication with families and communities. Special education content covers exceptionalities, gifted education, legal and ethical frameworks, curriculum adaptations, and positive behavior supports. Field experiences and reflective practice support professional growth in ethical and inclusive teaching. --- # ED 1300 — Foundations of Teaching and Learning for Apprentices III 4 credits · 4 hours Designed for elementary education majors, this course integrates physical and health education concepts for the elementary classroom. Students learn strategies to develop motor skills through movement and games, explore health content with an emphasis on drug education and social skills, and create teaching approaches that promote healthy behaviors and reduce risk-taking. --- # EMLS 095 — Intermediate Listening and Speaking Review 1 credits · 1 hours This course will provide a review for basic listening and speaking skills in English. Students are placed into EMLS classes based upon Accuplacer scores or other equivalent scores in Listening. Those who place at the Basic level will be placed in this course and EMLS 125 simultaneously. Topics will include some, but not all, of the following, depending on student need: listening for the main idea, managing conversations, presenting via compare/contrast, listening for purpose, conducting interviews, inferring meaning, using verb tenses, using appropriate register and tone, developing teamwork… --- # EMLS 096 — Intermediate Writing and Reading Review 1 credits · 1 hours This course will provide a review for basic writing and reading skills in English. Students are placed into EMLS classes based upon Accuplacer scores or other equivalent scores in writing and reading. Those who place at the Basic level will be placed in this course and EMLS126 simultaneously. Topics will include, but are not limited to, grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, vocabulary, reading for the main idea, reading for meaning, and avoiding plagiarism. --- # EMLS 098 — Basic Listening and Speaking 3 credits · 3 hours This class will focus on strategies that develop basic, effective listening and speaking skills in academic situations such as class notetaking, answering questions In class, speaking to advisors, speaking to professors, and speaking to other students, as well as basic skills to avoid plagiarism in an American classroom. This class may include one or more simple presentations. There will be considerable one-on-one instruction In this class. Students will need to receive a C or better to proceed to EMLS Intermediate Listening and Speaking. This course is required of students identified through… --- # EMLS 099 — Basic Writing and Reading 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to prepare students for the EMLS126 Intermediate Writing and Reading class, and students must earn a grade of C or better in the Basic class in order to enroll in the Intermediate class. Students will become skilled In writing various types of paragraphs along with becoming skilled in the standard conventions of academic writing particularly in the areas of spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Students will also engage in various reading assignments that are designed to Improve their Critical Thinking skills and to Improve their vocabulary at the same time. Additionally… --- # EMLS 101 — EMLS Lab 1 credits · 1 hours This course serves as an accompaniment to both EMLS 098 Basic and EMLS 126 Intermediate Listening and Speaking. Because the lab is not required, students should speak with their advisor prior to enrolling in this class to determine whether they need to enroll. Students will have weekly assignments that take about an hour to complete. These will vary from attending the on-campus ELL Lab, implementing skills learned in one of the above classes, completing assignments on Flipgrid, visiting the instructor in order to talk about specific topics or practice relevant skills, or any other activity th… --- # EMLS 125 — Intermediate Listening and Speaking 3 credits · 3 hours This class will focus on intermediate speaking and listening skills that include more advanced note taking, inferring ideas and meaning, and communicating non-verbally. Students will continue to develop their presentation skills, crafting arguments that they deliver to their classmates through the use of persuasive language and presentation aids. These presentations will include citing and referencing sources. There will be considerable one-on-one instruction in this class. Students will need to receive a C or better to proceed to EMLS Advanced Listening and Speaking. This course is required… --- # EMLS 126 — Intermediate Writing and Reading 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to prepare students for the EMLS 151 Advanced Writing and Reading class, and students must earn a grade of C or better in the Intermediate class in order to enroll In the Advanced class. Students will compose longer pieces of writing culminating in a complete essay as well as give one presentation during the semester. In addition, more complex readings will engage students In enhancing the Critical Thinking and vocabulary skills they already possess. This course is required of students identified through placement procedures of the University or the English Department.… --- # EMLS 150 — Advanced Listening and Speaking 4 credits · 4 hours This class will focus on more advanced speaking and listening skills such as delivering various types of class presentations like speeches and Power Point presentations, engaging in class discussions, and doing group work with native speakers. Speeches and presentations will include the integration, analysis, and synthesis of academic sources. There will be considerable one-on-one instruction in this class. This course is required of students identified through placement procedures of the University or the English Department. The English program reserves the right to remove students from the… --- # EMLS 151 — Advanced Writing and Reading 4 credits · 4 hours This course is designed to prepare students for English 251, and students must earn a grade of C or better in this Advanced class in order to enroll in English 251. Students will compose complete papers with various purposes and audiences. Additionally, they will learn to synthesize ideas and complete a research assignment. Students will also build upon the vocabulary skills they already have through more advanced readings and exercises. --- # ENG 099 — Introduction to Academic Writing 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to prepare students for writing at the college level in ENG 151 , Academic Writing. Students will write essays and learn about the conventions expected of college-level writing. Students will be required to attend Writing Center help sessions. This course is required of students identified through placement procedures of the University or the English Department. --- # ENG 107 — Introduction to Creative Writing 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to introduce students to the art and crafting of creative writing. Students will be asked to analyze and compose their own prose and poetry. Though this is not a workshop, students will have the opportunity to share and receive feedback on their work. --- # ENG 151 — Academic Writing 4 credits · 4 hours This course will enable students to determine a writing purpose, generate ideas to support a topic, determine an audience, develop a focus, and organize a written text. At least two papers will involve a research component through which students begin to learn the conventions of citation and documentation. Furthermore, the class will enable students to learn how purpose and audience affect the content, language, and form of a written text. The English program reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the prerequisites. --- # ENG 200 — Student Publications 1 credits · 1 hours This course is open to students who work on the student newspaper and/or the student literary magazine. --- # ENG 204 — Introduction to Journalism 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introductory level course for students interested in journalism. The course introduces students to markets, styles, and audiences for non-fiction writing, focusing on writing of articles for all print journalism. The course may be repeated once for credit. --- # ENG 207 — Writers Workshop 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed for students interested in writing poetry and fiction. Assumes the student has had an introductory course in creative writing. --- # ENG 251 — Writing in Professions 3 credits · 3 hours This course builds upon skills developed in ENG 151 - including research, critical writing, information literacy, and argument/persuasion - while introducing students to the genres of writing most applicable to their desired majors and professional careers. Students are advised to take this course during their sophomore year. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ENG 151 . The English program reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the prerequisites. Prerequisites: ENG 151 --- # ENG 286 — Special Topics in Writing 1 credits · 1 hours These courses are studies in writing topics of special interest. Consult the semester schedule of classes for the selected topic for a given term. --- # ENG 288 — Techniques in Craft: 1 credits · 1 hours Techniques in Craft is a specialized workshop offered on particular topics of writing. Generally offered in the two-hour format, the content varies depending on semester and professor. Example topics: graphic novels, dialog, and science fiction. Class may include some work-shopping of student work. Open to non-majors. --- # ENG 289 — Introduction to Professional Writing 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to introduce students interested in majoring in Professional Writing and Communication to this field of study. Topics covered in the course include: defining professional writing and its career paths, exploring trends and scholarship in professional writing, creating and keeping a professional writing portfolio, and planning a career path in professional writing. This course is open to any students who have an interest in professional writing and is a required course for all Professional Writing and Communication majors. --- # ENG 301 — Poetry Workshop 3 credits · 3 hours This course is for students interested in writing poetry. Students written work is the subject for the course. The course may be repeated up to a maximum of 8 credits. --- # ENG 302 — Fiction Workshop 3 credits · 3 hours This course is open to students interested in writing fiction. Students written work is the subject for the course. The course may be repeated up to a maximum of 8 credits. --- # ENG 303 — Screenwriting Workshop 3 credits · 3 hours This course is for students interested in writing screenplays. Students written work is the subject of the course. The course may be repeated up to a maximum of 6 credits. --- # ENG 304 — Special Projects 1 credits · 1 hours This course involves advanced work, primarily tutorial, and an individual writing project of some complexity. --- # ENG 305 — Creative Non-Fiction Workshop 3 credits · 3 hours This course is for all students who are interested in writing literary non-fiction. Assigned readings and students written work will form the basis of this writing workshop. The course may be repeated up to a maximum of 8 credits. --- # ENG 308 — Short Form Film Writing & Production 3 credits · 3 hours In this four-credit English / Communication Studies elective course, students will practice writing for performance, public speaking and delivery skills, editing both scripts and film, and collaboration with others ¿ including interdepartmentally. Students will also analyze exemplars / classics of the sketch show genre, delivering their findings in essay / public speech form. This capstone project is a collectively-produced half-hour sketch show to be aired on campus near the end of the semester, with students graded not only on the quality of their content, but on their ability to work with… --- # ENG 320 — Publishing for Creative Writers 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the business side of creative writing from the perspectives of the writer, editor, agent, and publisher, including topics such as independent presses, freelancing, contracts, copyrights, marketing, self-publishing, creating a journal, literary awards in various genres, networking, and more, as well as in-depth study of the professional roles of editors, agents, and publishers. The course will include an experiential component. --- # ENG 331 — Business Communications 3 credits · 3 hours The analysis, interpretation, presentation, and effective writing of letters, memos, reports, and other types of business documents. --- # ENG 351 — Writing in Medical & Health Professions 3 credits · 3 hours This online course builds upon skills developed in ENG 151 - including research, critical writing, information literacy, and argument/persuasion - while introducing students to the genres of writing applicable to writing in medical and health professions such as nursing, physical therapy, and related fields. Students are advised to take this course during their sophomore or junior year. Some experience with medical terminology is recommended but not required for this course. Students with majors related to health or medicine are invited to take this course as an alternative to English 251. Pr… Prerequisites: ENG 151 --- # ENG 360 — Scientific & Technical Writing 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to the field of technical communication and some of its underlying principles (audience analysis, ethics, and document design.) Students will produce and workshop a variety of practical documents, including a resume and cover letter, a summary of a scholarly article, a set of instructions, a Web site, a proposal, and a report. --- # ENG 361 — Advanced Composition 3 credits · 3 hours This course builds upon skills developed in the first-year and sophomore LEP writing sequence courses. The focus in this course is on advanced argumentation and persuasion for an arguments intended audience and purpose. Students will engage in critical reading and evaluation activities in addition to research and writing. In addition to being required of certain majors, this course is useful for students planning to go to graduate school or law school and is open to students of any major. --- # ENG 362 — History & Structure of the English Language 3 credits · 3 hours Required of all Literature majors and open to non-majors, this course reviews the history and structure of the English language and studies the process by which English and other languages change. Emphasis will be on the history, structure, and semantics of English with a review of sounds, spelling, grammar, and vocabulary. --- # ENG 365 — Modern Grammar 3 credits · 3 hours This course, required of all Communication Arts and Literature/Secondary Education majors, but open to all English majors and minors and non-majors, introduces students to the study of linguistics and focuses on the analysis of grammar and syntax. Students will learn and apply different theories of grammar and will explore language change and choices. --- # ENG 401 — Advanced Poetry Workshop 3 credits · 3 hours This course is for students who seek experience in writing poetry beyond the introductory level. The course may be repeated up to a maximum of 8 credits. --- # ENG 404 — Advanced Fiction Workshop 3 credits · 3 hours This course is for students who wish to continue writing and studying fiction beyond the introductory level. The course may be repeated up to a maximum of 8 credits. --- # ENG 410 — Advanced Journalism 3 credits · 3 hours This course is for students who have taken Introduction to Journalism and wish to research and write articles beyond the introductory level for traditional print and online newspapers as well as print and online magazines. Course will include story development, in-depth news and feature writing, crime reporting, journalism ethics and libel law, and portfolio preparation. --- # ENG 420 — Editing Technical Documents 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides students with an introduction to and practice in professional editing. The course will expose students to topics including, but not limited to, editing symbols and techniques, editing for layout and design, and editing for publication. --- # ENG 430 — Writing with AI 3 credits · 3 hours This course explores how artificial intelligence is transforming communication in professional settings. It emphasizes digital literacy, critical thinking and ethical responsibility as students learn to use AI tools to support and enhance professional communication. The ability to use technological tool effectively has become an important component of professional literacy in the age of artificial intelligence. Writers today must learn how to craft audience centered messages and engage intelligently with digital platforms that facilitate the generation, organization and refinement of informat… --- # ENG 460 — Writing and New Media 4 credits · 4 hours This class introduces students to the theory and practice of new media and asks how such technologies have changed the realities of writing creatively, academically, and professionally. We will explore questions like the history, definition, and characteristics of new media; the nature of hypertext and its implications for the writing process; the integration of text with sound and graphics; and the implications of digital media for civil society and civic engagement. --- # ENG 480 — Tutoring Writing 1 credits · 1 hours In this class students will be introduced to basic composition, conferencing, and tutoring theory and methods. Students will learn writing process theory, identification and prioritization of writing concerns, how to adapt to different writers needs, and basic conferencing communication skills. Students in this class will tutor in the Writing Center as part of their course requirements. --- # ENG 486 — Advanced Topics in Writing 1 credits · 1 hours These courses are advanced studies in writing topics of special interest. Consult the semester schedule of classes for the selected topic for a given term. --- # ENG 488 — Techniques in Craft 1 credits · 1 hours is a specialized workshop offered on particular topics of writing. Generally offered in the two-hour format, the content varies depending on semester and professor. Example topics: graphic novels, dialog, and science fiction. Class may include some work-shopping of student work. Open to non-majors. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits, but only a total of 4 credits can count in the English or Professional Writing majors. --- # ENG 490 — Contemporary Composition Theory and Pedagogy 2 credits · 2 hours The primary purpose of this course is to provide students with theoretical knowledge about how to teach writing. Students will read a variety of materials regarding composition theory and pedagogy, with the goal of developing their own philosophy about the teaching of writing. As a means of helping them to develop this philosophy, and in order for them to develop greater awareness and understanding of the writing process, students in this course will also be required to tutor in the Writing Center for course credit. This course is the capstone course for Communication Arts and Literature/Seco… --- # ENG 492 — Theory & Practice of Professional Writing 3 credits · 3 hours In this course students will develop and revise a portfolio of professional works. Students will learn about the history and dynamic nature of the professional writing field by exploring its ethical and social dimensions as well as synthesizing what has been learned in past classes about written, oral, and visual communication elements. This course is the capstone course for Professional Writing and Communication majors. --- # ENG 494 — Direct Studies in Writing 1 credits · 1 hours Independent work is available only to students with special needs or exceptional ability. --- # ENG 495 — Senior Capstone 2 credits · 2 hours This course is the required capstone all English majors in the concentrations of Literature and Creative Writing. On the Lit side, it requires an independent study based on the students chosen area of Lit (a major figure or particular period, for instance). On the CW side, it requires assembling and revising a substantial and representative portfolio of the students best work in fiction, non-fiction, poetry, screenwriting, and/or essays, along with an introductory critical essay about the students study of writing. As part of the creative writing capstone, this class culminates in a required… --- # ENG 499 — Internship 1 credits · 1 hours The internship is designed for students who wish to do internships in writing-related fields such as publishing, journalism, professional writing, or other areas as approved by the department. --- # ENG 586 — Special Topics in Composition and Rhetoric 1 credits · 1 hours This is an advanced study in topics of interest. Consult the semester schedule of classes for the selected topic for a given term. Up to 4 credits of any Special Topics may be applied to a graduate degree with permission of the English Department and the Graduate Dean. --- # ENG 589 — Special Topics in English 1 credits · 1 hours Special topics courses in English allow students to pursue interests in various fields, including composition and rhetoric, literature, and literacy when dedicated graduate courses are not offered by the Department. --- # ENG 656 — Minnesota Writing and English Practicum 1 credits · 1 hours This five-week course offers one graduate credit in English, and requires at least one full day of attendance at the annual Minnesota Writing and English conference. Students will choose a concept presented at the conference as a research focus for the course, and then produce an annotated bibliography of fifteen peer-reviewed journal articles and a formal research paper at least fifteen pages in length. This course may be repeated two times, so long as the concept(s) explored differ significantly enough to require completely new research each time the course is repeated. --- # ENG 670 — Digital Writing Seminar 4 credits · 4 hours A graduate course in which students will learn some of the key issues related to digital writing; understanding effective digital writing environments and assignments for students; evaluate digital writing tools for particular pedagogical and writing goals; and develop pedagogically-sound assessment procedures for digital writing assignments. --- # ENG 675 — Rhetoric, Literacy, and the Teaching of Writing 4 credits · 4 hours This course provides graduate students with an introduction to concepts integral to the discipline of rhetoric and composition. By exploring the terms rhetoric, literacy, and composition, students will be exposed to the fairly recent development of the study of written discourse as a key area within the broader field of English studies. Students will also have the opportunity to apply these concepts to the history and practice of teaching and assessing writing. --- # ENG 680 — Autoethnography and the Teaching of Writing 2 credits · 2 hours This is a graduate writing course that introduces students to the research method of autoethnography. Students will have the opportunity to learn how the self-reflexive practice of autoethnography can be used as valid means for studying the efficacy of the self in a professional context such as a classroom. Students will be required to apply this learning by authoring an autoethnographic study related to some aspect of their work as English teachers, tutors, students or scholars. --- # ENG 686 — Special Topics in Composition and Rhetoric 1 credits · 1 hours This is an advanced study in topics of interest. Consult the semester schedule of classes for the selected topic for a given term. Up to 4 credits of any Special Topics may be applied to a graduate degree with permission of the English Department and the Graduate Dean. --- # ENVS 100 — Earth Science 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide non science majors with an introduction to Earth Science. Students examine the general physical environment, and the emphasis of study is Earth-sun relationships, meteorology, climatology, geology, geomorphology, hydrology, natural hazards, and environmental degradation. Particular attention is devoted to the exploration of the inherent global interconnectedness of natural environmental systems and human interactions with the physical environment. --- # ENVS 100L — Earth Science Lab 1 credits · 1 hours This is the laboratory component of ENVS 100 -Earth Science. Students will engage in the practical application of the knowledge they acquire about natural environmental systems during lectures through observation, experimentation, and analysis. Topics of focus include Earth-sun relationships, meteorology, climatology, geology, geomorphology, hydrology, natural hazards, and environmental degradation. Particular attention is devoted to the exploration of the inherent global interconnectedness of natural environmental systems and human interactions with the physical environment. --- # ENVS 101 — Introduction to Geology 3 credits · 3 hours The study of the earth and the forces that shape it, including minerals and rocks, landforms, and geological processes. --- # ENVS 101L — Introduction to Geology Lab 1 credits · 1 hours The study of the earth and the forces that shape it, including minerals and rocks, landforms, and geological processes. --- # ENVS 102 — History of Life 3 credits · 3 hours Study of the history and evolution of the earth including its lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere. Topics also include the change in tectonics, rocks, environments, life, and fossils through geological time. --- # ENVS 102L — History of Life Lab 1 credits · 1 hours Study of the history and evolution of the earth including its lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere. Topics also include the change in tectonics, rocks, environments, life, and fossils through geological time. --- # ENVS 107 — Introduction to ArcGIS 2 credits · 2 hours Introduction to the basic features of Arc GIS software with hands-on exercises in a computer lab setting. Exercises will provide practice in basic GIS functions such as spatial data creation, editing, manipulation, and analysis. Basic cartographic principles will be applied to produce map displays of exercise results. --- # ENVS 115 — Redwood River Monitoring 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides a unique opportunity for students to learn about river monitoring issues and techniques and to teach these skills to others as they mentor high school and 7th grade students. The course also allows students to take an active role in a community-based service-learning project in which data generated are directly applicable to local water conservation issues. --- # ENVS 120 — Regional Geography of the U.S. & Canada 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to the various regions of North America and the study of relationships between physiography, climate, ecosystems, human activities, and environmental issues in the regions. --- # ENVS 180 — Environmental Science: Introduction 3 credits · 3 hours This course presents an overview of environmental science as well as basic principles of ecology and their implications for identifying and analyzing environmental problems. Also discussed is the impact of human activities on ecosystems and possible solutions to environmental problems. --- # ENVS 180L — Environmental Science: Introduction Lab 1 credits · 1 hours This course presents an overview of environmental science as well as basic principles of ecology and their implications for identifying and analyzing environmental problems. Also discussed is the impact of human activities on ecosystems and possible solutions to environmental problems. --- # ENVS 186 — Special Topics in Environmental Science 1 credits · 1 hours A study of environmental science topics not ordinarily covered in established courses. --- # ENVS 200 — Environmental Science Seminar 1 credits · 1 hours This one-credit seminar class will provide an opportunity for environmental science majors, instructors, and guest speakers to discuss and critically examine current events and environmental issues, journal articles, internship and career opportunities, career preparation, and to network with potential employers. --- # ENVS 270 — Soil Profile Description 1 credits · 1 hours This is a field course used to prepare students for intercollegiate soil judging contests. --- # ENVS 271 — Collegiate Soil Judging 1 credits · 1 hours Methods of soil profile description and field interpretation of landscapes. Participation in soil judging team during regional or national contests is required. --- # ENVS 286 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours A study of environmental science topics not ordinarily covered in established courses. --- # ENVS 301 — Basic Soil Science 3 credits · 3 hours Basic physical, chemical, and biological properties of soil. Soil genesis, classification, and principles of soil fertility. The required preparation for this course is three years of high school mathematics or MATH 060 . --- # ENVS 301L — Basic Soil Science Lab 1 credits · 1 hours Laboratory experimentation related to the physical, chemical, and biological properties of soil including soil genesis, classification, and principles of soil fertility. The required preparation for this course is three years of high school mathematics or MATH 060 . --- # ENVS 302 — Geomorphology 3 credits · 3 hours An in-depth, interdisciplinary investigation into landform development, landscape evolution, and the effects of geological processes and climate change on the Earths surficial systems. Special emphasis on Quaternary environmental changes, glacial and interglacial transitions, and the resulting landscapes. --- # ENVS 303 — Meteorology 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides students with an introduction to atmospheric characteristics and phenomena including: weather, composition and physical processes, air masses and global patterns of air circulation, frontal systems and severe weather, climate and climate change. Particular emphasis will be placed on human interactions with the atmosphere-natural hazards, forecasting, predicting and monitoring, pollution, and climate change-and the global nature of those interactions. For students interested in fulfilling their LAC requirements, the companion lab for this course is currently ENVS 100L - Ea… --- # ENVS 307 — Advanced GIS and Spatial Analysis 3 credits · 3 hours This course will offer hands-on experience using Geographic Information System (GIS) software to conduct geographic and spatial analyses common to many different fields. Students will learn to manage and manipulate spatial data using geodatabases, work with digital elevation models, and analyze spatial relationships while working with diverse datasets. --- # ENVS 310 — Hydrology 3 credits · 3 hours This course deals with the processes governing the depletion and replenishment of the water resources of the land areas of the earth. Students will be introduced to basic principles of the water cycle and the methodology used in determining water flow. --- # ENVS 310L — Hydrology Lab 1 credits · 1 hours This lab will give the student an opportunity to experience problems and case studies of hydrology in detail. The lab sessions will consist of data manipulation and analysis, computer simulation, and systems design for major topics of hydrology. These topics will include irrigation, drainage, groundwater use and flow, contaminant transport and remediation. Laboratory exercises and field trips are designed to provide a practical introduction to hydrologic methods. --- # ENVS 311 — Natural Hazards and Disasters 3 credits · 3 hours Study of the effects of geological processes on human society and the application of geological principles in identifying, evaluating, predicting, and mitigating natural hazards such as volcanoes, earthquakes, and floods. Other topics include global climactic change and human impacts on the environment from energy and resources extraction and utilization. --- # ENVS 312 — Rocks & Minerals 3 credits · 3 hours This course encompasses the description, identification, classification, interpretation, and formation of important common minerals and rocks and their geological implications. --- # ENVS 312L — Rocks & Minerals Lab 1 credits · 1 hours This course encompasses the description, identification, classification, interpretation, and formation of important common minerals and rocks and their geological implications. --- # ENVS 320 — Soils and Fertility 3 credits · 3 hours This course is the study of how soil fertility affects plant growth and what soil conditions are required to grow specific plants and crops, methods for testing plants and soils are reviewed. Fertilizer requirements, economics, placement, evaluation, residual effects and environmental effects are reviewed. --- # ENVS 331L — Paleoecology Lab 1 credits · 1 hours This course offers an in-depth exploration of evolution and paleoecology through the lens of the fossil record, with a primary focus on invertebrates. The course will focus on key foundational topics, including evolutionary theory, cladistics, fossil preservation, and the concept of geologic time. Building on this groundwork, we will examine major fossilized taxonomic groups to apply fundamental principles of paleobiology, such as morphological variation, taphonomy, and the organization and interactions within ecological communities of the past. --- # ENVS 351 — Environmental Toxicology 3 credits · 3 hours The study of potentially harmful agents in the environment and their effects on organisms and ecosystems. Topics covered include dose-response relationships, toxicity test methods, factors influencing toxicity, fate and effects of natural and synthetic chemicals in the environment, and ecological risk assessment. --- # ENVS 352 — Plant Nutrients in the Environment 3 credits · 3 hours Basic concepts related to plant nutrient availability in soils. Emphasis on the dynamic reactions of mineral elements in soil and water, and subsequent evaluation of plant growth and the environment. Diagnostic techniques for measuring specific soil fertility parameters. --- # ENVS 353 — Soil Conservation and Land Use Management 3 credits · 3 hours Soil erosion and land degradation processes on rural and urban landscapes. Technical, historical, economic, social, and international considerations of soil conservation. Land use management practices of soil conservation and methods of natural resource assessment. --- # ENVS 390 — Research Methods in Environmental Science 2 credits · 2 hours This course is designed to introduce students to the basic methods of research in Environmental Science. Emphasis will be placed on how to select a research project, how to conduct a literature search, how to write a project proposal, and field methods for data collection. This course is a prerequisite for ENVS 400 , the capstone course in Environmental Science. Prerequisites: ENVS 400 --- # ENVS 400 — Environmental Data Analysis & Presentation 2 credits · 2 hours This is the capstone course for the environmental science major. Students will be expected to conduct an independent research project investigating various environments topics selected in conjunction with a faculty research advisor. Students will incorporate field, laboratory, and GIS experiences in environmental data gathering, analysis, interpretation, synthesis, and presentation. Students will present their findings in a variety of oral and written formats including at the annual SMSU Undergraduate Research Conference. --- # ENVS 401 — Wetland Ecology 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a comprehensive review of the biological, physical, and chemical aspects of wetland ecosystems. The course also covers the restoration, creation, and management of wetlands as well as policy regulating these activities. The course will include North American wetland systems as well as other wetlands around the globe. Various field data collecting exercises will emphasize local wetlands. --- # ENVS 401L — Wetland Ecology Lab 1 credits · 1 hours This course is a comprehensive review of the biological, physical, and chemical aspects of wetland ecosystems. The course also covers the restoration, creation, and management of wetlands as well as policy regulating these activities. The course will include North American wetland systems as well as other wetlands around the globe. Various field data collecting exercises will emphasize local wetlands. --- # ENVS 406 — Freshwater Science 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on the study and management of freshwater aquatic systems and watersheds. Topics include abiotic and biotic diversity, hydrology, energetics, nutrient cycling, watershed monitoring and protection, as well as key challenges facing freshwater ecosystems. --- # ENVS 406L — Freshwater Science Lab 1 credits · 1 hours This course focuses on the study and management of freshwater aquatic systems and watersheds. Topics include abiotic and biotic diversity, hydrology, energetics, nutrient cycling, watershed monitoring and protection, as well as key challenges facing freshwater ecosystems. --- # ENVS 426 — Soil Morphology & Genesis 3 credits · 3 hours Physical and chemical weathering processes, factors of soil formation, introduction to soil mineralogy, soil survey utilization and interpretation. This course will also introduce students to various landscapes, their genesis, and land use impacts. --- # ENVS 426L — Soil Morphology & Genesis Lab 1 credits · 1 hours Description --- # ENVS 480 — Environmental Education Practicum 1 credits · 1 hours Applied, supervised experience in which students gain practical experience in environmental education. Specific proposal and approval by supervising instructor required prior to enrollment. A minimum of 30 hours of work experience is required per credit hour. --- # ENVS 486 — Advanced Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours A study of environmental science topics not ordinarily covered in established courses. --- # ENVS 494 — Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours Independent research, directed by a faculty member, which must be laboratory research, library research, or other experiences approved by the Environmental Science program. --- # ENVS 499 — Internship in Environmental Science 1 credits · 1 hours Supervised experiences in learning situations that cannot be obtained on campus. --- # EXSC 100 — Anatomical Kinesiology 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to develop the students proficiency in identifying the structures and functions of the musculoskeletal system. --- # EXSC 100L — Anatomical Kinesiology Lab 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to develop the students proficiency in identifying the structures and functions of the musculoskeletal system. --- # EXSC 101 — Introduction to Exercise Science 2 credits · 2 hours This course will introduce students to the career options available with an Exercise Science degree. Students will gain the knowledge and skills required for becoming an Exercise Scientist. Classroom learning experiences will be provided, as well as guest speakers who will provide first-hand knowledge of the profession. Students will also be exposed to these professions with hands on learning experiences in the field via volunteer job shadowing/observation with professionals in these areas. --- # EXSC 105 — Introduction to Motion Analysis 1 credits · 1 hours Students will use the Theia Markerless System to collect and analyze movement data related to their sport of interest. This will involve different components including learning how to place and calibrate the cameras, capture video, used the Theia software to create a 3D model of the performance, as well as use the software to calculate different movement parameters, such as joint angles and velocities. --- # EXSC 110 — Introduction to Health Professions 2 credits · 2 hours This course will introduce students to the professions of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Athletic Training, and Speech-Language Pathology, as well as Physician Assistant, Chiropractic, Nursing, etc. Students will also be exposed to these health care professions with hands on learning experiences. --- # EXSC 160 — SMSU Exercise Science Community Fitness Program 1 credits · 1 hours This course will involve participating in a fitness assessment and individualized exercise prescription written by Exercise Science students under the direction of their instructor. This course involves direct participation in the program in the SMSU Exercise Science Fitness Center. The Exercise Science students complete this service learning component of two different 400 level EXSC courses. --- # EXSC 180 — Principles of Fitness and Wellness 2 credits · 2 hours This course is designed to teach the components of fitness and the relationship of ones fitness to overall wellness. Topics will focus on understanding the components of Health-Related Fitness (cardiovascular, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition). Fundamental knowledge in the areas of nutrition, stress management, and behavior modification will be introduced and the implications of these variables on wellness will be discussed. --- # EXSC 225 — Nutrition 3 credits · 3 hours This is an introductory course investigating nutrition from a scientific perspective. This course will introduce the nutrients and their work in the body from chemical, metabolic, and physiologic perspectives. Then, this information will help students learn to use this information to understand energy balance, weight control, and nutrition through the lifespan. --- # EXSC 245 — Stress Management 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides a comprehensive understanding of stress response mechanisms and equips people with practical strategies to effectively manage stress in demanding environment. Students will explore the physiological and psychological aspects of stress, including its impact on physical and mental health. Additionally, the course emphasizes the importance of nutrition, physical fitness, exercise, sleep, and work-life balance in mitigating stress and promoting overall well-being. --- # EXSC 286 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to provide lower division students an opportunity to experience a special or experimental curriculum enrichment course. --- # EXSC 300 — Biomechanics of Human Motion 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes both lecture and lab experience to describe, analyze, and interpret the mechanical functions of human movement. --- # EXSC 325 — Nutrition & Exercise 2 credits · 2 hours This course is intended to teach students an intermediate to advanced understanding of sport and exercise nutrition for the purpose of human performance and physical activity. Topics of study will include carbohydrate, protein, fat, vitamin, mineral, and water requirements of active populations, as well as the use of nutritional ergogenic aids for performance enhancement. --- # EXSC 350 — Exercise Physiology 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes lecture and lab experience to define and interpret the adaptations of the human organism to physical activity. --- # EXSC 350L — Exercise Physiology Lab 1 credits · 1 hours This course includes lecture and lab experience to define and interpret the adaptations of the human organism to physical activity. --- # EXSC 360 — Athletic Enhancement, Human Performance, & Exercise Leadership 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to the field of Athletic enhancement, human performance, and leadership skills involved in individual and group training. The class will cover specifics including: speed, agility, power, proper development of exercise programming in the athletic/human performance arena, and proper development and leadership of exercise instruction with individual training and group training programming. Students completing this class will be prepared to sit for the American College of Sports Medicine Group Training Certification and/or Certified Personal Trainer Certification,… --- # EXSC 375 — Research Methods 2 credits · 2 hours This course is designed to introduce students to the basic methods of research in Exercise Science. Emphasis will be placed on how to select a research project, how to conduct a literature search, how to write a project proposal, and methods for data collection. This course is designed to help students be successful in EXSC 475 Capstone Research. --- # EXSC 380 — Community and Corporate Wellness and Health Promotion 3 credits · 3 hours This course will introduce students to the field of Community Health and Corporate Wellness. Topics will include the history of Employee Health Promotion, workplace health and wellness services, design and implementation of health promotion programming in communities, schools and business, health care policy and legal issues, evidence based decision making in the community health and corporate wellness field, program assessment and evaluation tools, and program design and implementation. --- # EXSC 390 — Fitness Assessment 2 credits · 2 hours This course is designed to provide students with the scientific theories and practical application for fitness assessment. Students successfully completing this course should be prepared for the fitness assessment components of the American College of Sports Medicine certification in Health & Fitness Specialist. --- # EXSC 395 — Applied Learning in Physical Therapy/Rehab Services 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides students with a unique opportunity to engage in hands-on learning within a physical therapy clinic setting. Participants will gain practical experience working alongside a licensed physical therapist. The course emphasizes the development of clinical and interpersonal skills essential for success in the field of physical therapy. EXSC 395 - participation in patient care, assisting the Physical Therapist with exercise prescription. Assignments outside of class will focus on learning about different diagnoses that may be seen in the clinic, including reading, reviewing and… --- # EXSC 399 — Psychosocial Aspects of Exercise Science 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an in-depth examination of the psychological and social dimensions of exercise science. Students will explore the interplay between biology, psychology, and socio-environmental factors and engagement in healthy behaviors and physical activity. The course covers various topics, including sociological aspects of exercise, barriers, motivation, and adherence, mental health, and the impact of social environments and cultural influences. --- # EXSC 400 — Motor Learning & Development 2 credits · 2 hours This course is designed to study motor learning and development through the lifespan of humans. Students will develop skills in analyzing and identifying learning and developmental stages in fundamental motor patterns. --- # EXSC 400L — Motor Learning and Development Lab 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to apply the concepts studied in EXSC 400 (motor learning and development). Students will develop skills in analyzing and identifying learning and developmental stages in fundamental motor patterns. Students must register for both lecture and lab courses in the same semester. --- # EXSC 401 — Human Kinematics 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed for students to further develop their analytical skills related to human motion. Students will design, capture, and utilize movement analysis software to develop an advanced skill and scientific understanding in kinematic analysis. Both quantitative and qualitative kinematics of human gait and other movement outcomes will be emphasized. These kinematic studies prepare students to assess, interpret, and instruct the proper mechanics and/or adaptations of human movement and exercise. --- # EXSC 430 — Gross Anatomy and Human Movement 3 credits · 3 hours This course explores human gross anatomy, and examines human movement through the study of functional anatomy, musculoskeletal relationships and body systems integration. Students will explore how various body systems work together to create and control movement. Using virtual cadaver technology, students will study detailed anatomical structures and their role in movement production, with emphasis on muscle function, joint actions, and neurological control. Laboratory sessions combine movement analysis with virtual dissection to enhance understanding of human anatomy and system relationships… --- # EXSC 450 — Advanced Exercise Physiology Lecture/Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to advance the students knowledge in the physiological dynamics of the organ systems of the human body in response to exercise. --- # EXSC 450L — Advanced Exercise Physiology Lab 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to have the student use critical thinking in the application of laboratory research to a physiology exercise of interest. The student will demonstrate the ability to relate the research in an in-depth thesis-style written format and an oral presentation. --- # EXSC 465 — Research Methods and Professional Development 3 credits · 3 hours This writing intensive course is designed to introduce students to the basic methods of research in Exercise Science. This will include reading, analyzing and understanding research in order to conduct a literature review, prepare a research proposal, and present in a professional manner. In addition, this course is designed to prepare students for entry into job market, therefore, students will develop a professional resume, application essay/personal statement, cover letter, and interviewing skills. This course is designed to help students be successful in EXSC 475 Capstone Research. --- # EXSC 470 — Adaptive and Inclusive Fitness Concepts 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to explore the realm of fitness programming tailored to diverse populations with varying physical abilities and needs. This course will delve into the principles, strategies, and methodologies behind adaptive fitness.Students will learn the fundamentals of adaptive fitness and gain insights into the physiological and psychological aspects of individuals with different abilities. The course will cover adaptive exercise programming, including strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, flexibility, and balance exercises, with a focus on customizing workouts to meet s… --- # EXSC 475 — Capstone Research 3 credits · 3 hours This course will teach Exercise Science majors the skills and knowledge necessary to perform discipline-specific original research. Content examines the application and interpretation of statistical methods and research design in the field of exercise, and human performance by completing original research. --- # EXSC 476 — Research Seminar 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides students the opportunity to collect data and analyze data for a research project or a service project under the direction of a faculty member in the Exercise Science Program. --- # EXSC 477 — Research Presentation 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to develop students proficiency in presenting scientific content. --- # EXSC 480 — Principles of Training & Conditioning 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide students with the scientific theories and practical applications for exercise design and prescription. This course will apply concepts of exercise physiology, anatomical kinesiology, biomechanics, nutrition, and facility planning and management. This course is also designed to include content standards related to the NSCA, National Strength and Conditioning Associations Certified Strength Conditioning Specialist, CSCS, exam. --- # EXSC 486 — Topics in Exercise Science 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to provide upper division students an opportunity to experience a special or experimental curriculum enrichment course. --- # EXSC 488 — Professional Communication 3 credits · 3 hours Students will conduct multiple review of literature studies in the field of Exercise Science and develop related professional presentations. In addition, this course is designed to prepare students for entry into the job market. Students will develop a Resume, Application Essay/Personal Statement, Cover Letter, and interviewing skills. --- # EXSC 490 — Exercise Prescription 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide students with the scientific theories and practical application for fitness assessment and exercise prescription. Students successfully completing this course should be prepared for completion of the American College of Sports Medicine certification Exercise Physiologist Certified. --- # EXSC 494 — Directed Studies 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides students the opportunity to design a curricular experience or research project under the direction of a faculty member in the Exercise Science Program. --- # EXSC 495 — Fitness Specialist Training 1 credits · 1 hours This class will allow students to provide one on one, small group training or group training for credit. --- # EXSC 499 — Professional Practicum 1 credits · 1 hours To provide an opportunity for a student who works in the area of physical education or human performance in an internship program. --- # FIN 210 — Personal Finance 3 credits · 3 hours A study of techniques and methods of effectively planning for the accomplishment of personal goals. Topics researched will consist of credit and borrowing, personal savings, risk management and insurance, investments, tax planning, estate planning, and others. --- # FIN 230 — Business Statistics I 3 credits · 3 hours Beginning statistical theory and procedures, including data collection, sampling techniques, organization and presentation of data, measurement of central tendency, probability concepts, discrete and continuous probability distributions, statistical estimation, hypothesis testing, and linear regression. Students use a computer to do some statistical analysis. --- # FIN 286 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours A study of more advanced topics in finance not normally provided as part of the curriculum. --- # FIN 309 — Experiential Learning Opportunities 1 credits · 1 hours The experiential learning opportunities course will provide students with the chance to engage in a professional organization related to their field of study. Through active participation in organizational meetings, events, and initiatives, students will develop industry-specific competencies, enhance their professional networking skills, and gain real-world insights that extend beyond the classroom. --- # FIN 350 — Introduction to Financial Management 3 credits · 3 hours Financial planning and analysis, capital budgeting, management of working capital, management of long-term funds, promotion, expansion, and evaluation. --- # FIN 353 — Healthcare Financial Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course is intended to help students analyze the financial principals, theories and concepts unique to healthcare organizations. It will review the historic development of healthcare finance. Students will review the sources and policies of financing from government and 3rd party payers. Students will analyze healthcare organizations expenses, revenues, cash flows, cost allocations, cost determinations, cost effectiveness and financial performance for healthcare organizations. Students will assess resources allocations as they relate to decision making, strategic planning and budget formu… --- # FIN 354 — Working Capital Management 3 credits · 3 hours Major theories and concepts of working capital management, including liquidity analysis; management of inventory, accounts receivable, credit and payables, cash collection, concentration, and disbursement systems; and multi-national cash flows. --- # FIN 355 — Entrepreneurial Finance 3 credits · 3 hours Emphasis on the financial management functions and responsibilities necessary to the successful operation of a small business. Factors affecting financial management are studied, including forms of business organization, planning, accounting, leverage, valuation, investment decision-making, working capital, and sources of funding. --- # FIN 360 — Insurance and Risk Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a general introduction to business and personal risk management. Risk has been defined as uncertainty about if, when, and how much loss you can have. Risk Management deals with this uncertainty as does some aspects of Finance, Accounting and Marketing. Risk Management offers some additional options. One of the most common methods in our culture is Insurance. It is purchased as one way to offset/manage risk by transferring the uncertainty resulting from perils that expose a person, or business, to loss. The Insurance Industry makes a profit by charging to take responsibility for… --- # FIN 365 — Personal Financial Planning 3 credits · 3 hours A study of techniques and methods of effectively planning for the accomplishment of personal goals. Topics researched will consist of credit and borrowing, personal savings, risk management and insurance, investments, tax planning, estate planning, and others. --- # FIN 366 — Real Estate 3 credits · 3 hours The objective is for the student to understand the basics of real estate law and financing, thus enabling the student to anticipate legal difficulties and avoid them. The student should have the ability to think critically about a situation and gather and apply information to deal with issues. This course covers the basics of buying, owning and selling real property and fixtures. Emphasis is also placed on the economic and tax considerations. For the accounting student this course prepares you to be a CPA. For the finance student this material is a topic on the licensing examination for being… --- # FIN 370 — Capital Budgeting 3 credits · 3 hours Advanced analysis of a firms long-term investments. Coverage of net present value, internal rate of return, and related techniques. Topics include evaluation of long-term projects under uncertainty and capital rationing. --- # FIN 415 — Financial Statement Analysis 3 credits · 3 hours Comprehensive analysis of the financial strengths and weaknesses of a company by examining the companys financial statements and pertinent industry information. Topics include ratio, vertical, and horizontal analyses; interpretation of financial statement disclosures; and consideration of the impact of inflation and taxes on the financial statements. --- # FIN 420 — Financial Institutions Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course explores financial markets, institutions, and their regulatory framework, covering market functions, institutional roles, and risk management fundamentals. --- # FIN 425 — Investment and Portfolio Analysis 3 credits · 3 hours Principles of investments with emphasis on security appraisal and portfolio composition. --- # FIN 428 — Financial Modeling 3 credits · 3 hours This course is intended for students who wish to implement the concepts of finance studied in introductory and other finance courses using Microsoft Excel. The course provides students with the opportunity to develop the skills needed to build financial models. The course primarily focuses on models used for valuation, capital budgeting, cost of capital and portfolio models. --- # FIN 457 — Corporate Finance I 3 credits · 3 hours Provides an overview of managerial finance in the business world by investigating various forms of business organization and considers the goal of the corporate enterprise which includes a discussion on business ethics and social responsibility. The courses focuses on the analysis of financial statements, cash flow analysis, and obtaining a familiarity with financial institutions. Fundamental concepts in risk and return and the time value of money are reviewed to set the foundation for the study of bond and stock valuations. The final segment of the course deals with strategic investment deci… --- # FIN 458 — Corporate Finance II 3 credits · 3 hours Although Corporate Finance I is not a prerequisite to this course, the financial topics covered in these courses complement each other. Corp. Fin. II begins with strategic financing decisions related to capital structure, dividend distribution theory and stock repurchases. Tactical financial decisions are dealt with in the topics associated with issuing securities and refunding operations. Lease financing, hybrid financing with preferred stock, warrants, and convertibles are included as topics in tactical financial decision making. The course ends with a review of working capital management a… --- # FIN 460 — Business Forecasting 3 credits · 3 hours Introduction to commonly used methods for forecasting business and economic activity; emphasis on real world applications to the economy, specific sectors or industries, and the firm. --- # FIN 462 — Estate Planning 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines the applications of estate planning methodologies and policies to personal financial planning in accordance with CFP board objectives. The course will discuss how to effectively work and communicate with clients during the estate planning process. --- # FIN 465 — Acquisitions and Business Valuation 3 credits · 3 hours Presents the theoretical principles and generally accepted practices of business valuation. Investigates the various valuation approaches and their underlying rationales. Examines the processes of internal and external data collection, financial statement analyses and assembly of the valuation report. Applicable to all forms of business organization. --- # FIN 473 — Retirement Planning 3 credits · 3 hours is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in retirement planning concepts in alignment with the CFP board requirements. This course discusses topics related to retirement planning needs, plans, tools, and strategies that will allow the student to best help individuals and companies in achieving their retirement goals. --- # FIN 475 — International Finance 3 credits · 3 hours To provide necessary knowledge and understanding about current issues in international finance and business. Topics include International Financial Environment, Exchange Rates and Purchasing Power Parity, International Money and Capital Markets, Risk Evaluation in an International Context, International Credit Management, and Financial Decision-Making Tools and Processes for Multinational Corporations. --- # FIN 486 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours A study of more advanced topics in finance not normally provided as part of the curriculum. --- # FIN 490 — Financial Policy: Financial Plan Development 3 credits · 3 hours This course serves as the capstone course where students will demonstrate the ability to integrate, apply and communicate their knowledge of financial planning topics as defined by the CFP Board. --- # FIN 491 — Senior Seminar-Finance 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide an integrative perspective of various topic areas within the context of business and society. It will require an in-depth analysis of issues through reading, discussion, and research. --- # FIN 492 — Financial Policy 3 credits · 3 hours A capstone course for the Corporate Finance concentration. This course provides an integrative perspective on corporate finance, financial analysis, and value creation. It examines advanced topics in finance with an emphasis on financial decision-making at the senior executive level. --- # FIN 493 — Statistical Concepts & Terminology 1 credits · 1 hours Required for graduate students who have had no previous statistics courses. It presents concepts that are essential for the student to have in order to complete a research course. It also enables business managers to understand the research reports of others. --- # FIN 494 — Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours An approved project in an area of management of particular interest to the student with responsibility for formulation and oral defense of the required work under the guidance of a faculty member. --- # FIN 495 — Senior Examination 0 credits · 0 hours A comprehensive examination covering the Finance major. --- # FIN 499 — Finance Internship 1 credits · 1 hours The opportunity to pursue an internship is designed to supplement course materials with actual related work experience. Students are expected to integrate disciplinary knowledge into a real world setting. The student will submit weekly reports on work assignments as well as a report at the conclusion of the internship. The number of credits allowed will depend on the magnitude of the internship. --- # FIN 515 — Financial Statement Analysis 3 credits · 3 hours Comprehensive analysis of the financial strengths and weaknesses of a company by examining the companys financial statements and pertinent industry information. Topics include ratio, vertical, and horizontal analyses; interpretation of financial statement disclosures; and consideration of the impact of inflation and taxes on the financial statements. --- # FIN 520 — Financial Institutions Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course explores financial markets, institutions, and their regulatory framework, covering market functions, institutional roles, and risk management fundamentals. --- # FIN 525 — Investment and Portfolio Analysis 3 credits · 3 hours Principles of investments with emphasis on security appraisal and portfolio composition. --- # FIN 528 — Financial Modeling 3 credits · 3 hours This course is intended for students who wish to implement the concepts of finance studied in introductory and other finance courses using Microsoft Excel. The course provides students with the opportunity to develop the skills needed to build financial models. The course primarily focuses on models used for valuation, capital budgeting, cost of capital and portfolio models. --- # FRLG 141 — Beginning Chinese 1 3 credits · 3 hours is designed for beginners who have no knowledge of Mandarin Chinese. This course serves as an introduction to Chinese, covering its basic grammar, the pinyin system, vocabulary, usage, and the Chinese writing system. Emphasis is also placed on developing the ability to engage in simple, practical conversations on everyday topics and gaining knowledge of Taiwanese and Chinese culture. Cultural experiences will also be integrated throughout the course. --- # FRLG 142 — Beginning Chinese 2 3 credits · 3 hours is designed for beginners who have completed Beginning Chinese 1 at SMSU or the equivalent elsewhere. It aims to further students¿ Chinese proficiency through: (1) consolidating the foundation build in students¿ beginning Chinese course; (2) introducing them to more grammatical structures, vocabulary, and cultural information. --- # FRLG 143 — Beginning Chinese 3 3 credits · 3 hours This course of Beginning Chinese 3 is designed for beginners who have completed the course of Chinese 2 at SMSU or have the knowledge of PINYIN system and basic grammar. It aims to further develop students¿ Chinese proficiency through: (1) consolidating the foundation built in students¿ beginning Chinese course; (2) Culture immersion is a highlight in this class where students get to experience Chinese/Taiwanese culture first hand. --- # GEOG 101 — Introduction to Geography 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to the basic concepts of geography. It covers geographic methods-including cartography and Geographic Information Systems (GIS)-physical geography, and human geography. --- # GEOG 121 — Introduction to Geographic Information Systems 3 credits · 3 hours The course introduces students to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) as applied in the business world, in municipal government, and in environmental management. The course covers general GIS topics, provides a hands-on introduction to GIS software, and illustrates practical uses of computer mapping and spatial analysis technology. Instruction will combine lectures and demonstrations with in-class and out-of-class computer lab assignments. --- # GEOG 321 — GIS Methods & Applications 3 credits · 3 hours This course is aimed at students with some Geographic Information Systems (GIS) experience. It builds on basic GIS knowledge to explore real-world spatial analysis applications. It develops GIS software skills and addresses high-quality map design. The course combines lectures, demonstrations, and computer lab assignments. A major component of the course is a semester-long spatial analysis project. --- # GLBL 100 — Global Issues & Events 2 credits · 2 hours The purpose of this class is to provide students with a faculty supervised opportunity to attend events on global issues held at SMSU and then engage in analysis of them through discussion and written assignment. --- # GLBL 180 — Introduction to Global Food and Culture 3 credits · 3 hours This course explores global food and culture. Students will understand general concept of culture and how culture is influenced by geography, history, religion and economy of the region by exploring the food cultures of different regions. Students will learn that todays world food culture is a result of diverse food cultures influencing each other. --- # GLBL 194 — Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours Students will work with faculty to develop a rigorous plan of study based on a previous Global Issues & Events theme ( GLBL 100 ). --- # GLBL 199 — Global Studies Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours In the seminar, students and faculty will discuss, analyze, and research the cluster theme. Students will learn basic research skills in preparation for an oral group presentation. The seminar is team-taught by the three faculty teaching the other cluster courses. The seminar lab includes a voyage of 10-20 days to a site where students can study the cluster theme firsthand. --- # GLBL 199L — Global Studies Seminar Lab 1 credits · 1 hours In the seminar, students and faculty will discuss, analyze, and research the cluster theme. Students will learn basic research skills in preparation for an oral group presentation. The seminar is team-taught by the three faculty teaching the other cluster courses. The seminar lab includes a voyage of 10-20 days to a site where students can study the cluster theme firsthand. --- # GLBL 294 — Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours Students will work with faculty to develop a rigorous plan of study that ties in with a significant travel experience. The experience will include discussion, analysis, and research related to the course theme and will result in one or more public oral presentations and/or written papers. Intended for students completing a global studies experience without SMSU faculty supervision to a location either in the United States or abroad. Global Studies Independent Study at the 200-level is intended for students not majoring in a designated subject discipline. --- # GLBL 299 — Global Studies Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours Students and faculty will discuss, analyze, and research the course theme. Students will learn basic research skills and prepare one or more oral presentations and/or written papers. Sessions will prepare students for firsthand experiences they will have while traveling during the Global Studies Seminar Lab. Other discipline-specific assessments may be included. Global Studies Seminar at the 200-level is intended primarily for students not majoring in the subject discipline. --- # GLBL 299L — Global Studies Seminar Lab 1 credits · 1 hours The Global Studies Seminar Lab includes a significant faculty-led off-campus experience, typically a week or more in duration. Students will complete a graded travel journal and meet regularly for discussion during the off-campus experience. Other discipline-specific assessments may be included. Global Studies Seminar Lab at the 200-level is intended primarily for students not majoring in the subject discipline. --- # GLBL 394 — Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours Students will work with faculty to develop a rigorous plan of study that ties in with a significant travel experience. The experience will include discussion, analysis, and research related to the course theme and will result in one or more public oral presentations and/or written papers. Intended for students completing a global studies experience without SMSU faculty supervision to a location either in the United States or abroad. Global Studies Independent Study at the 300-level is intended primarily for students with prior coursework in the discipline. --- # GLBL 399 — Global Studies Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours Students and faculty will discuss, analyze, and research the course theme. Students will learn basic research skills and prepare one or more oral presentations and/or written papers. Sessions will prepare students for firsthand experiences they will have while traveling during the Global Studies Seminar Lab. Other discipline-specific assessments may be included. Global Studies Seminar at the 300-level is intended primarily for students with prior coursework in the discipline. --- # GLBL 399L — Global Studies Seminar Lab 1 credits · 1 hours The Global Studies Seminar Lab includes a significant faculty-led off-campus experience, typically a week or more in duration. Students will complete a graded travel journal and meet regularly for discussion during the off-campus experience. Other discipline-specific assessments may be included. Global Studies Seminar Lab at the 300-level is intended for students with prior coursework in the discipline. --- # GLBL 494 — Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours Students will work with faculty to develop a rigorous plan of study that ties in with a significant travel experience. The experience will include discussion, analysis, and research related to the course theme and will result in one or more public oral presentations and/or written papers. Intended for students completing a global studies experience without SMSU faculty supervision to a location either in the United States or abroad. Dissemination of work to a wide audience is expected (such as a formal presentation, submission of a paper etc.). Global Studies Independent Study at the 400-leve… --- # GLBL 499 — Global Studies Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours Students and faculty will discuss, analyze, and research the course theme. Students will apply research skills and prepare one or more oral presentations and/or written papers. Sessions will prepare students for firsthand experiences they will have while traveling during the Global Studies Seminar Lab. Other discipline-specific assessments may be included. Dissemination of work beyond the confines of the class is expected (such as a formal presentation, submission of a paper etc.). Global Studies Seminar at the 400-level is intended primarily for students majoring in the subject discipline. --- # GLBL 499L — Global Studies Seminar Lab 1 credits · 1 hours The Global Studies Seminar Lab includes a significant faculty-led off-campus experience, typically a week or more in duration. Students will complete a graded travel journal and meet regularly for discussion during the off-campus experience. Other discipline-specific assessments may be included. Dissemination of work beyond the confines of the class is expected (such as a formal presentation, submission of a paper etc.). Global Studies Seminar Lab at the 400-level is intended primarily for students with prior coursework in the discipline. --- # HIST 210 — Contemporary World History 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a broadly based survey of major developments in contemporary world history. Major topics will include colonialism and nation building, war, genocide, free trade, socialism, communism, capitalism, democracy, dictatorships, national liberation, human rights, racism, gender, and freedom. Expect units on Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. --- # HIST 221 — Early America: History of the U.S. from the Colonial Era to the Civil War 3 credits · 3 hours A survey of American civilization with emphasis on the political, economic, and social aspects of our development prior to 1865. --- # HIST 222 — Modern America: History of the U.S. from 1865 to the Present 3 credits · 3 hours A survey of American civilization with emphasis on the social, economic, and political history of the United States from 1865 to the present. --- # HIST 242 — Early Europe 3 credits · 3 hours Course surveys European civilization from the time of the Greeks and Romans to the Renaissance. --- # HIST 243 — Modern Europe 3 credits · 3 hours This course surveys European history from the Renaissance to the 20th century. --- # HIST 286 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours A study of more advanced topics in history not normally provided as part of the curriculum. --- # HIST 301 — Historiography 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a basic introduction to the history of history and the philosophy of history. This course should be taken as soon as possible after a student declares a history major. --- # HIST 310 — Environmental History 3 credits · 3 hours This course explores processes of environmental change, examining them in their proper ecological, geographical, and historical contexts. This course also addresses the multi-faceted relationship between human beings and their surroundings as well as changing definitions of environment and nature. --- # HIST 311 — World in War & Crisis: 1895-1949 3 credits · 3 hours In the first half of the twentieth century, two world wars and the Great Depression revealed the negative effects of the Industrial Revolution and European, U.S., and Japanese imperialism and competition. Through books, and films from the time period, students in this course will examine world history, politics, and culture; going beyond the borders and the conflicts of Europe and the U.S. to investigate Latin America, Africa, and Asia. --- # HIST 312 — World in War and Crisis: 1949-Today 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines the most important global events and trends since the end of World War Two, including the Cold War and its aftermath, the independence and economic development of newly independent states in South Asia and Africa, the independence of Israel and conflicts in the Middle East, the transformation of China, and the economic, social, and political challenges faced in Latin America. --- # HIST 314 — Modern Latin America 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the history of Latin America since Independence, with an emphasis on the problems of reform and revolution, the socioeconomic challenges of globalization, and the cultural ferment of the region. --- # HIST 315 — Mexico & Central America 3 credits · 3 hours This course surveys the history of Mexico and Central America. It will focus on Amerindian societies before conquest by Spain and other European powers. It will examine the creation of New Spain, a colonial world neither Spanish nor Amerindian, but a combination of both. For modern times, beginning with independence in the early 19th century, the course will focus upon the successes and failures of modernization in Mexico and Central America. --- # HIST 321 — U.S.-Latin American Relations 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the history of the relations between Latin America and the United States, addressing the development and execution of U.S. foreign policy in the region, Latin American cooperation with and resistance to the U.S. and the socioeconomic challenges of globalization, and the cultural ferment of the region. --- # HIST 323 — Contemporary Hispanic World to 1955 3 credits · 3 hours This course will be taught in Spanish; it will serve as both an elective in Spanish and in History. Through Spanish-language sources and class discussion, students will examine the history of Spain and Spanish America since the nineteenth century to 1955. Topics include socioeconomic development; the experience and effect of revolution, civil war, political violence, and dictatorship; and Hispanic cultural influence in the world. --- # HIST 324 — Contemporary Hispanic World, 1955-Today 3 credits · 3 hours This course will be taught in Spanish; it will serve as both an elective in Spanish and in History. Through Spanish-language sources and class discussion, students will examine the history of Spain and Spanish America since 1955. Topics include socioeconomic development; the experience and effect of the Cuban Revolution, guerrilla insurgencies, military regimes and dictatorships; drug trafficking, reestablishment of democracies and cultural influence in the world. --- # HIST 326 — Atlantic World to 1830 3 credits · 3 hours This course explores the encounter of the peoples of the Americas, Africa, and Europe in the Atlantic World to 1800, with a special emphasis on conceptualizations of race, religion, and gender. --- # HIST 328 — History of Cuba 3 credits · 3 hours This course will examine the history of Cuba, from pre-colonial times to today, including such topics as the institution of slavery, the sugar business, the struggle for independence from Spain, economic and political relations with the US, the Revolution, and the Castro regime. --- # HIST 331 — U.S. Since 1945 3 credits · 3 hours A broad look at American social, cultural, and political history in a crucial modern period. --- # HIST 345 — United States Military History 3 credits · 3 hours As a part of analyzing warfare and United States history, this class will address strategy, tactics, technology, and ethics. Among the major conflicts we will address are the American Revolution, The War of 1812, The Mexican War, The Civil War, The Spanish American War, World Wars I and II, The Korean War, and The Vietnam War. While this course will examine the history of major wars and battles, it will also analyze topics often overlooked by military historians. These topics include the role of women and gender in shaping conflict, the ways in which religion affected combat, and the impact o… --- # HIST 349 — World War Two 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines the origins, conduct, and conclusion of World War Two, the most violent conflict in human history. Topics include the racist and fascist basis of German and Japanese aggression, the ideological conflict between fascism and communism (with democracy in-between), the strategic and tactical military history of the war, mobilization and industrial organization of the belligerents, German and Japanese occupation, resistance and collaboration, the Holocaust, life on the Allied home front, the use of massive air bombing by the Allies, the development and decision to use the atom… --- # HIST 350 — The Vietnam Wars, 1945-1975 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines the experience of Vietnamese and American women and man as they endured the Vietnam War. Critical examination of the Cold War, Colonialism, and Independence movements, and the experience of soldiers will be expected. The course makes extensive use of primary and secondary sources. --- # HIST 351 — Origins of Islamic Civilization 3 credits · 3 hours This course will examine the origins of Islamic civilization and the beginnings of some of its key traditions. Topics will include pre-Islamic Arabia, Muhammed as a religious and political leader, Islamic law, sufism (Islamic mysticism), popular piety in the Islamic world, and Muslim social organization. --- # HIST 352 — American Revolution and the Early Republic, 1763-1816 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the years from 1763-1816, the beginnings of the American Revolution through the War of 1812. It focuses on the intellectual, social, economic and political developments that brought about the American colonies break from Britain, the founding of the republic, and the launching of the republican experiment. --- # HIST 354 — Growing Up in America 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a history of children and youth in America from colonial times to the present. It looks across time at the role of the family, the school, and the state in relation to children. --- # HIST 356 — Civil War & Reconstruction 3 credits · 3 hours This course will study events leading up to the United States Civil War, the impact of the war itself, and its aftermath. Special attention will be paid to issues of race, territorial expansion, the law, and economic development. --- # HIST 359 — African-American History:1500 to the Present 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines the experience of African American women and men from slavery days until the present. We will use as an interpretative framework the concepts of resistance and institution building as a way of explaining the remarkable changes that have been the experience of black people in the United States. --- # HIST 360 — American Womens History 3 credits · 3 hours This course surveys American womens history from the colonial era through the modern era. The course will focus on the evolution of womens roles within American society and womens contributions to the development of American society. The texts used cover the stories of women from various ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds. --- # HIST 363 — History of Social Welfare in the U.S. 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on the situation of vulnerable people and American societys response to them from colonial times to the present, considering both the state and private response to those in need. --- # HIST 364 — Immigration & Ethnicity in U.S. History 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides a broad historical survey of the process of migration, the subject of ethnicity, and the impact of both on U.S. social, political, and cultural development. --- # HIST 365 — Rome: from Republic to Empire 3 credits · 3 hours This course will examine the transition of the Roman state from a republic to an imperial monarchy. Topics will include the cultural and political bases of the Roman Republic, growing instability after the Punic wars, Roman military strategies, the rise of Julius Caesar, and the establishment of imperial rule. --- # HIST 377 — Germany: The Road to Tyranny 3 credits · 3 hours A history of Germany from 1815 to the present. Major topics will include the impact of the Napoleonic invasion, German nationalism, the revolution of 1848, unification, the first and second world wars, the Nazi movement, and contemporary Germany. --- # HIST 378 — US:1920-1945 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to give the student a concentrated study of a crucial period in American history, 1920 through World War II. Emphasis will be placed on the political, economic, and social issues of the time. --- # HIST 380 — The Examined Life: American History through Autobiography 3 credits · 3 hours The Examined Life is a study of the intellectual history of the United States from colonial times to the twentieth century through the medium of autobiography. --- # HIST 382 — History of Russia 3 credits · 3 hours This course surveys Russian civilization from the Kievan period to the present. --- # HIST 384 — History of England 3 credits · 3 hours This course surveys England from Anglo-Saxon times to the present. --- # HIST 385 — War and Peace in the Middle East 3 credits · 3 hours This course will examine the ongoing crises and conflicts of the Modem Middle East and the possibility of their resolution. We will start with background readings about the Middle East in the foundational periods of Islam and during the Ottoman period. Next we will look at a series of conflicts in the Middle East over the past century and examine them from religious, political, and military perspectives, and see how conflict resolution strategies have been or could be used to resolve these conflicts. --- # HIST 395 — Minnesota History 3 credits · 3 hours This course surveys the social, economic, and political development of Minnesota. --- # HIST 486 — Advanced Special Topics in History 1 credits · 1 hours A study of more advanced topics in history not normally provided as part of the curriculum. --- # HIST 487 — Senior Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours In this capstone course, topics are considered through reading, discussion, and primary research. This course will include a paper based on primary resources. --- # HIST 494 — Individual Study in History 1 credits · 1 hours Student must propose topic and offer a preliminary bibliography. --- # HIST 499 — History Internship 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to provide students with an internship experience in an organization linked to their career or professional aspirations. This opportunity allows the student to explore career options and gain general work experience. --- # HLTH 100 — Personal Health & Wellness 2 credits · 2 hours This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge, tools, and motivation to take charge of their wellness-related behavior. The presentation of a multidimensional concept of wellness provides the student with the knowledge necessary for a lifestyle based on good choices and healthy behaviors which maximize the quality of life. --- # HLTH 110 — First Aid and Safety/CPR 2 credits · 2 hours Trauma prevention study and medically approved application techniques of administering emergency care in case of trauma due to accidents or sudden illness. --- # HLTH 225 — Alcohol, Narcotics, & Tobacco 2 credits · 2 hours This course is designed to introduce the student to pertinent topics associated with the area of drug use and abuse. The discussion and materials presented will focus on the physical, psychological, and sociological aspects of the subject. --- # HLTH 290 — Wellness, Safety, & Nutrition from Birth to Grade 3 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide the student with an overview of health, safety, and nutritional issues of the child from birth to grade three in preparation for a profession of working with children. The prenatal environment and its impact on the health of the individual will be given great emphasis. --- # HLTH 292 — Honors Credit in Health 1 credits · 1 hours An independent study course designed primarily for Honors Program students. This course allows more in-depth or comprehensive study or research by honors students. --- # HLTH 340 — School Health and Human Sexuality 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides the student with an overview of the health educators role in the healthy development of youth and the Comprehensive School Health Program. Included is an examination of how to promote healthy choices to enhance health, safety, prevent injuries, and prevent alcohol/drug abuse. This course also provides an overview of the biological, sociological, environmental, and psychological issues related to the science of human sexuality. Addressed are principles for teaching sex education in this controversial area. Instructional goals, objectives, and strategies that are age approp… --- # HLTH 370 — Community Health and Health Promotion 2 credits · 2 hours This course introduces the student to the concepts of community health and health promotion. Public health principles are applied to health promotion, risk reduction, and disease prevention needs of learners, families, and communities. Epidemiology, health promotion, health agencies/organizations, organizing the community, populations, and the School Health Program are key areas of focus. --- # HLTH 491 — Elementary School Health Education 2 credits · 2 hours The Elementary School Health Education course explores the science of health and art of teaching health. The course will focus on health content, with a special emphasis on drug education. The course will also focus on the development of social skills in the context of health education. Students will gain knowledge and understanding to formulate appropriate teaching strategies in order to promote healthy behavior and reduce risky behaviors of the elementary school student. --- # HLTH 492 — Organization and Application of Health Education: 5-12 3 credits · 3 hours This course explores the science of health and the application of the science in the classroom. The student will acquire knowledge in health content and social skills (goal setting, decision making, and interpersonal skills) in order to promote positive healthy behaviors in students of 5-12 level. Admission to Teacher Education program required. --- # HLTH 494 — Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours and research within the health and wellness area. --- # HLTH 496 — Workshop in Health 1 credits · 1 hours To provide health credit for workshops in area. --- # HONR 140 — Introduction to Honors 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to the SMSU Honors Program. Subjects covered include the requirements and responsibilities of being an honors student, an introduction to university life and campus resources, the history and goals of liberal education, and assessments of student capacities concerning those goals. The main objective will be to assist students to design an Honors Program Proposal, but there will also be formal discussions of topical issues, written assignments, guest faculty visits, off-campus visits, and a careful reading of several central texts. --- # HONR 286 — Honors Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours A study of more advanced topics in honors not normally provided as part of the curriculum. --- # HONR 401 — Discover 1 credits · 1 hours Students will discover new knowledge by completing and presenting an approved undergraduate research, scholarly, or creative project and reflecting on the experience.Prerequisites: Admission into the Honors Program on the Experiential Pathway --- # HONR 402 — Engage 1 credits · 1 hours Students will engage with the campus or community by participating in an approved volunteer opportunity or internship and reflecting on the experience.Prerequisites: Admission into the Honors Program on the Experiential Pathway --- # HONR 403 — Lead 1 credits · 1 hours Students will lead by taking on an approved leadership role in a campus or community club or organization and reflecting on the experience. Prerequisites: Admission into the Honors Program on the Experiential Pathway --- # HONR 405 — Honors Project 3 credits · 3 hours A course to be designed by the student in conjunction with his/her advisor and approved by the Honors Review Board as partial fulfillment of the requirements of the Honors Program. --- # HONR 410 — Honors Mentor 2 credits · 2 hours Students will be selected after an application process and will work with close supervision by the Director of the Honors Program. They will lead discussions, plan and conduct tours and/or trips, and arrange for class visits by faculty (and others) who might make presentations to the Introduction to Honors Course. --- # HONR 486 — Honors Advanced Special Topic 1 credits · 1 hours A study of more advanced topics in honors not normally provided as part of the curriculum. --- # HONR 487 — Honors Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours A senior interdisciplinary seminar for honors students as partial fulfillment of the Honors Program. --- # HONR 496 — Honors Advanced Workshop 1 credits · 1 hours To provide honors credit for workshops in the area. --- # HOSP 100 — Introduction to Hospitality Management 3 credits · 3 hours An overview of the hospitality industry with an emphasis on career opportunities, customer service, and personal success strategies. Brief history, description and interrelationships of key industry segments emphasizing customer relations, ethics, leadership, critical thinking, and service standards for the restaurant, hotel, and travel-related businesses. --- # HOSP 120 — Food Sanitation and Safety 1 credits · 1 hours Students will explore food sanitation and safety procedures affecting the individual, the operation, and the facility. --- # HOSP 200 — Foundations of Lodging Management 3 credits · 3 hours Students will be introduced to the scope of the hotel industry in addition to introducing them to the organizational structure and operational mechanics of how the departments of an individual hotel and resort operate. It studies both the front-of-house and back-of-house systems, procedures and controls associated with a modern hotel and resort. Students will know how work is performed and how activities are coordinated within and between the departments. Students will have a basic understanding of facilities management, learning how to manage the physical plant of a hotel, resort or restaura… --- # HOSP 205 — Hospitality Purchasing 3 credits · 3 hours Procurement procedures with emphasis on orientation to the market place, specification writing and evaluation of products. --- # HOSP 300 — Hospitality Analytics 3 credits · 3 hours The primary emphasis of the course is on analytical and decision-making uses of big data - the exponential growth, availability of information, both structured and unstructured to develop a more granular understanding of customers behavior, needs, and expectations. This course teaches students how to use the right data in the right ways, including the use of social media, customer satisfaction surveys, financial information, and market trends to help drive greater customer and market understanding as well as improved pricing, ultimately leading towards higher growth in both revenue and profits --- # HOSP 301 — Restaurant Food Operations 3 credits · 3 hours Principles of and procedures used in food production management including quality control, food costing, work methods, menu planning, sanitation, safety, and service. --- # HOSP 301L — Restaurant Food Operations Lab 3 credits · 3 hours Application of full service restaurant food production and management techniques in the student operated restaurant. --- # HOSP 310 — Expositions and Events Management 3 credits · 3 hours Introduction to the meeting and convention industry, focusing on research, planning, supervision, and control guidelines used by the Meeting Professionals International. Emphasis is placed on strategies used for planning, developing, and marketing conventions, expositions, and trade shows, as well as the division of administrative responsibility within event planning and management. --- # HOSP 325 — Hospitality Service Management 3 credits · 3 hours The service is a core component of Hospitality Industry and makes managing the industry unique. The course will explore unique characteristics of service product as opposed to manufactured products and its implications in managing Hospitality operations. --- # HOSP 400 — Sales & Convention Management 3 credits · 3 hours Analysis of methods used by sales and service departments in hospitality and tourism. Emphasis on selling, planning for, and servicing all aspects of meeting and convention business. --- # HOSP 405 — Catering/Banquet Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course explores the dynamics of on and off- premise catering, from the nuts and bolts of developing the contract to making the sale and appropriately costing the entire banquet menu. Proper purchasing techniques for food and wine as well as non-food items are studied. Students work on projects that engage their critical thinking skills and require application of concepts covered in class. --- # HOSP 410 — Beverage Management 3 credits · 3 hours Planning, organizing and analysis of a beverage facility. Problem solving methods and solution techniques are applied through written projects. Topics include alcoholic beverage control regulations, examination of product, service methods and computerized control systems. Minimum age of student must be 21 years. --- # HOSP 420 — Hospitality Revenue Management 3 credits · 3 hours Introduction to the basics of revenue management practices in the hospitality industry. Focus areas include forecasting, pricing, market segmentation, cost controls, financial analysis, economic analysis, and applications as it emphasizes practical aspects of decision-making. Both tactical and strategic approaches will be discussed. --- # HOSP 425 — Applied Hospitality Service Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course will review basic service management concepts and apply them in real life scenario using case studies of Hospitality firms and businesses. Students will analyze the nature of the issue, discover the connection of the unique service characteristics to the nature of the issue, and evaluate different strategies to address the issue while learning about a specific hospitality company in the case studies --- # HOSP 430 — Hotel/Resort Management Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours Analysis and simulation of a hotel/resort operation. Competency-based skills developed by student analysis, written reports, and on-site learning opportunities in major departments of a hotel/resort including: General and Administrative, Rooms Division, Food and Beverage, Sales and Marketing, and Sports and Activities. The focus of this course is on analysis and understanding of the interdependent nature of major departments within a hotel/resort operation. --- # HOSP 460 — Hospitality Operations and Policy 3 credits · 3 hours A capstone course to integrate various disciplines within the hospitality industry and utilize conceptual, analytical, and problem solving skills. Problem identification, data collection, data analysis, and generation of viable solutions are emphasized. --- # HOSP 486 — Special Topics: Hospitality 1 credits · 1 hours Designed to allow for the teaching of special subjects that are not offered on a regular basis. --- # HOSP 494 — Directed Studies-Hotel/Restaurant 1 credits · 1 hours Arranged Independent Study in Hospitality --- # HOSP 497 — Hospitality Internship I 1 credits · 1 hours Supervised employment within the students area of study. Minimum 100 hours for 1 credit. Students must submit acceptable report and receive adequate evaluations. --- # HOSP 498 — Hospitality Internship II 1 credits · 1 hours Supervised employment within the students area of study. Minimum 100 hours for 1 credit. Students must submit acceptable report and receive adequate evaluations. --- # HOSP 499 — Hospitality Internship III 1 credits · 1 hours Supervised employment within the students area of study. Minimum 100 hours for 1 credit. Students must submit acceptable report and receive adequate evaluations. --- # HUMT 201 — Origins of Western Civilization 3 credits · 3 hours The purpose of this course is to further students understanding of Western Civilization as evidenced by the humanities of the ancient period in the cultures of Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, and Rome. The Humanities are usually defined as including literature, philosophy, religion, and the fine arts. We will be examining selected examples of these, crossing disciplinary boundaries to look for relationships between them in the context of their historical time periods, as well as looking for relationships between the periods themselves. In that sense, we will be engaged in inter-disciplinary study… --- # HUMT 202 — European Middle Ages & Renaissance 3 credits · 3 hours The purpose of this course is to further students understanding of Western Civilization as evidenced by the humanities of the Medieval to Renaissance periods. The Humanities are usually defined as including literature, philosophy, religion, and the fine arts. We will be examining selected examples of these, crossing disciplinary boundaries to look for relationships between them in the context of their historical time periods, as well as looking for relationships between the periods themselves. In that sense, we will be engaged in inter-disciplinary study. You will also be developing your crit… --- # HUMT 203 — Thought and Culture in the Modern Era 3 credits · 3 hours This course will examine major trends in ideas and the arts since 1500 C.E. Topics will include the origins and results of religious divisions, the advent of modern science and rationalism, the Baroque, Classic, and Romantic periods of art and music, and the cultural impact of modernism. The course uses primary written sources as well as audio and visual materials. --- # HUMT 230 — World Religions 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines the historical development, the fundamental doctrines and beliefs, the practices, institutions and cultural expressions of the worlds religions. The course also explores some of the essential differences and similarities which exist among these religious traditions, and points to the uniqueness of each of them. In this course we will be exploring many of the worlds major religions, focusing on seven (Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Daoism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam) that have been classified as world religions. We will also study Native American and indigenous Af… --- # HUMT 240 — The Christian Heritage 3 credits · 3 hours This course will provide an academic examination of the Christian tradition. Readings will be drawn from a variety of sources in this tradition. Some of the themes we will discuss include the religious heritage of the early Hebrews, the rise of Messianic Judaism, the birth of Christianity, the Patristic era, the Medieval synthesis, the impact of the Reformation, and Christianity in the modern era. --- # HUMT 250 — Dare to Know 3 credits · 3 hours This is an overview of the human quest for knowledge as it has manifested itself through the ages. While the theory of knowledge - or epistemology- has traditionally been thought of as a branch of philosophy, this class will take a broad, interdisciplinary approach. It will be of interest to students of literature, the sciences, and those who are pursuing degrees in other fields. --- # HUMT 286 — Topics in Humanities 1 credits · 1 hours A study of different topics in the humanities. See current course schedule for topic listing when offered. --- # HUMT 292 — Honors Credit in Humanities 1 credits · 1 hours An independent study designed primarily for Honors Program students to allow more in-depth or comprehensive study for students concurrently enrolled in humanities course(s). --- # HUMT 486 — Advanced Topics in Humanities 1 credits · 1 hours A study of different topics in the Humanities. See current course schedule for topic listing when offered. --- # IDST 095 — Taking the GRE/GMAT 3 credits · 3 hours This course prepares students to succeed on the standardized examinations for graduate school and MBA programs (GRE and GMAT). Students will practice test-taking skills specifically geared for getting better scores on the GRE and GMAT, as well as review the basic math, English, and writing abilities that are necessary for the exams. --- # IDST 099 — Academic Success 0 credits · 0 hours This course is designed to provide resources, academic strategies, and opportunities for self-assessment and exploration of at-risk student groups. This course is designed in an online format with required face-to-face meetings to provide ongoing support. Topics addressed in the course include academics, career pathways, self-awareness, course expectations, academic advising, academic success strategies, and planning for success. --- # IDST 110 — The University Experience 2 credits · 2 hours is a first semester course designed to welcome and support students as they integrate into the learning community of Southwest Minnesota State University. Through this course, students will develop self-regulated learning, e.g. strengthening their skills for academic success by learning and practicing study and time management strategies; setting personal goals; and learning how to be proactive participants in academic advising. Students will also learn the value of a growth mindset, building confidence and a sense of self-efficacy both in and out of the classroom, and will recognize their co… --- # IDST 111 — The University Student-Athlete 1 credits · 1 hours is a first semester course designed to welcome and support student athletes as they integrate into the learning community of Southwest Minnesota State University. Through this course, students will learn the expectations associated with being a student athlete at SMSU, such as leadership and communication skills, positive interpersonal relations, community engagement, and NCAA eligibility. --- # IDST 112 — International Cultural and Academic Transitions 2 credits · 2 hours is a first semester course designed to welcome and support international students as they transition to making their home in the United States and at Southwest Minnesota State University. Topics will include academic success, effective communication with faculty and students, American culture, and positive social interaction. --- # IDST 115 — Job Search Strategies: From Backpack to Briefcase 1 credits · 1 hours This course is to enlighten students about how to succeed in their transition from college to work. Topics like Employer Expectations address the importance of teamwork and communication in the corporate world and College vs. Workplace explains the responsibility shift that occurs when becoming an employee. Other topic include: finances and budgeting, professional conduct, first year on the job, business ethics and importance of networking. Making the transition from college to the workplace is an often overlooked phase of building a career. Managing the transition successfully during the fir… --- # IDST 120 — Assertiveness 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to help students learn how to communicate with others in a way that respects the rights of all involved. Students will learn how to identify passive, aggressive, and assertive communication & behavior in themselves and others. Opportunities to practice assertiveness will be integrated into the course. --- # IDST 125 — Mental Health Awareness 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides information about a variety of mental health concerns, strategies for communicating with individuals of concern, and information about mental health-related resources. Course information will be relevant to students concerned about their peers and to students pursuing education, social service, and health related careers. --- # IDST 164 — Essentials of Computer Science 4 credits · 4 hours An introduction to the essential concepts of computer science through mobile device app development. Through learning to develop entertaining and socially relevant apps, students will explore the fundamental concepts of computing, including: abstraction, algorithmic problem solving, programming, interface design, database, hardware, networking, and security. Cross listed as COMP 164 . --- # IDST 186 — Special Topics 0 credits · 0 hours A course designed to meet any special needs of students and faculty. Emphasis on study of an area not commonly covered in other general courses. --- # IDST 270 — Tutor Training 1 credits · 1 hours Course content will include learning how to structure a successful tutoring experience, models of tutoring programs, ethics and philosophy of the SMSU tutor program, active learning strategies, using online technology in tutoring, and study techniques for learning disciplinary content. Course requirement will include 25 hours of actual tutoring. Completion of this course will qualify student for CRLA Regular/Level 1certification, and is repeatable to qualify for Advanced/Level 2, and Master/Level 3 certification. --- # IDST 299 — Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education 3 credits · 3 hours This course offers an in-depth exploration of artificial intelligence (AI) and its transformative applications in higher education. Students will learn fundamental AI concepts, including machine learning, predictive analytics, and natural language processing, and apply them to real-world educational challenges. Through hands-on projects, students will develop AI-based tools and strategies for enhancing learning, supporting student success, and improving administrative efficiency. The course emphasizes critical thinking, ethical considerations, and data privacy, encouraging students to collabo… --- # INDS 101 — Introduction to Indigenous Nations and Dakota Studies 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces Indigenous Nations and Dakota Studies (INDS) with an emphasis on its interdisciplinary and multi-disciplinary nature. An orientation to the complex and diverse cultures of the indigenous peoples of the United States will be provided. The course will examine common images and assumptions pertaining to the Indians. Analytical concepts used in approaching American Indian peoples and concerns will be studied. The course will provide an overview and sampling of contributions from key fields and disciplines (e.g., history, anthropology, sociology, education, etc.). Contempora… --- # INDS 217 — Indigenous Peoples of the Upper Midwest 3 credits · 3 hours This course studies the history and culture of the Indigenous peoples of Minnesota. Origin and migration stories will be examined. Their interactions with each other, Europeans, and other native groups will be focused on, as well as contemporary issues facing the indigenous peoples of the Upper Midwest. --- # INDS 230 — Dakota History & Culture 3 credits · 3 hours A study of the Dakota people from antiquity to modern times. Primary attention is given to the Dakota people of Minnesota, especially the reservations located near Southwest Minnesota State University. --- # INDS 286 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours Designed to provide lower-division students with an opportunity to experience a special or experimental curriculum enrichment course. --- # INDS 310 — Indigenous World View 3 credits · 3 hours This course will introduce spiritual beliefs, values, and world views of indigenous peoples in the United States. The course will specifically examine Dakota and Anishinabe peoples of our region. Students will critically examine the topics of creation and origin, migration stories, the cycle and circle, time and space, the group and the individual, death and dying, value systems, and the American Indian Religious Freedom Act. Students will have the opportunity to examine their own spirituality, values, and beliefs. --- # INDS 486 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours Designed to provide upper-division students with an opportunity to experience a special or experimental curriculum enrichment course. --- # INDS 494 — Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours Arranged Independent Study in Indigenous Nations and Dakota Studies --- # INDS 499 — INDS Practicum 2 credits · 2 hours A professional practicum for INDS minors to work within an American indigenous community in a setting related to their minor course of study. --- # JUAD 144 — Introduction to Justice & Society 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to the three components of the criminal justice system: police, courts, and corrections. The course includes the nature and history of criminal justice in society, development of criminal law, the extent and measurement of crime, crime prevention and control, and crime victims. For each area, current research, theoretical developments, and contemporary issues will be addressed. --- # JUAD 220 — Criminal Justice in Pop Culture 3 credits · 3 hours Many people enjoy watching true crime documentaries on Netflix or listening to a good episode of a true crime podcast. The popularity of this type of entertainment has created a boom in the production of such media. This course will present examples of true crime media and examine how they portray the case and/or the criminal justice system, focusing especially on accuracies and inaccuracies. We will also examine and discuss any accuracies and inaccuracies about the justice system portrayed in the piece of media. We will also examine the broader effects of this type of media on how we perceiv… --- # JUAD 238 — Restorative Justice Circle Process 1 credits · 1 hours This course will introduce participants to the peacemaking circle process. Topics will include: foundational values and philosophy of peacemaking circles, conflict as opportunity to build relationships, creating safe, respectful space for dialog, consensus decision making, structure of the circle process, facilitation of the circle process, practical applications of circle process, and problems and challenges in circles. This course will use the peacemaking circle process as the primary form of group work. --- # JUAD 239 — Resolving Conflicts in Workplace Settings 1 credits · 1 hours This course will introduce participants to how conferencing and circle process can be used to resolve conflicts in the workplace. Topics will include: conflict resolution, foundational values and philosophy of conferencing and peacemaking circles, conflict as opportunity to build relationships, creating safe, respectful space for dialog, facilitation of the circle process, practical applications of circle process, and problems and challenges in circles. This course will use the circle process as the primary form of group work. --- # JUAD 240 — Community Policing 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers theoretical and practical problems and issues in the relationship between policing agencies and the communities, along with research relevant to these areas. Problem-oriented and community problem solving techniques will be emphasized. --- # JUAD 242 — Correction Systems 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides critical analyses of contemporary correctional philosophy, theory, and practice, all on the basis of currently available research. Prisons, probation, parole, work-release, halfway houses, community-based corrections programs and other practices are examined historically and in current settings. Other topics include detainee treatment and classification issues, as well as roles of correctional personnel. --- # JUAD 246 — Introduction to Security 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to private security as it relates to business and the criminal justice system. A survey of security theory and techniques is applied to a variety of businesses, institutional and industrial settings. In addition to the historical evolution and modern rationale for security, this course addresses the technological tools of private security, the importance of security to protecting assets and profit, and loss prevention management in proprietary and governmental institutions. The work of administrative personnel and physical aspects of the security field will also be presented. --- # JUAD 250 — Motivational Interviewing 1 credits · 1 hours This course focuses on Motivational Interviewing (Ml) skills; Ml is an evidence-based practice used in the field of Corrections, as well as counseling settings, to support individual autonomy and elicit an individuals intrinsic motivation for change. Through role-playing and skill-building exercises, participants will learn how to use motivational interviewing skills to break through ambivalence, identify change and sustain talk while reinforcing and supporting behavior change. At the end of the course, participants will be able to explain the concepts of motivational interviewing, engage in… --- # JUAD 286 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to experience a special or experimental curriculum enrichment course. --- # JUAD 300 — Women and Justice 3 credits · 3 hours This course will provide students with the knowledge of issues involving women in the justice system including, but not limited to, legal professionals, victims, and offenders. Students will examine various crimes, defenses, and treatment options in the context of the female offender. --- # JUAD 304 — Victimology 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to victimology, which is a scientific study of crime victims and their roles. The course will provide students with knowledge of the role of victims in crimes, their treatment by the criminal justice system, their decisions to report crimes and help prosecute offenders, victim assistance, and victim compensation. --- # JUAD 310 — Crisis Intervention: Adult Mental Health 1 credits · 1 hours Just as CPR helps you know what to do in case someone is having a heart attack, Adult Mental Health First Aid helps you know what to do to help someone having a mental health or substance-abuse related crisis. In this course, you will learn risk factors and warning signs for mental health and substance abuse concerns, strategies for helping someone suffering in crisis and where to tum for assistance. After your successful conclusion of this course, you will be certified as an Adult Mental Health First Aid Responder. --- # JUAD 315 — Effects of Poverty and Race on American Justice 3 credits · 3 hours This course will examine the use of the American criminal justice system to address what are, inherently social problems. Topics will include the over-representation of minorities and the poor in the criminal justice system, racial profiling as a method of controlling crime, social contributors to crime, and systemic discrimination against the poor and minorities. Evidence based practices which reduce crime will be examined as well as ways of reducing barriers to effective participation in society by all people. --- # JUAD 320 — Crisis Intervention: Youth Mental Health 1 credits · 1 hours Just as CPR helps you know what to do in case someone is having a heart attack, Youth Mental Health First Aid helps you know what to do to help someone having a mental health or substance-abuse related crisis. In this course, you will learn risk factors and warning signs for mental health and substance abuse concerns, strategies for helping someone suffering in crisis and where to tum for assistance. After your successful conclusion of this course, you will be certified as a Youth Mental Health First Aid Responder. --- # JUAD 338 — Youth & Crime 3 credits · 3 hours A critical analysis of theories of delinquency and juvenile justice; crime statistics; significant research findings; evidence based assessment of what works and what doesnt; the juvenile justice system; juvenile court cases; street kids; the family, child abuse, school as a contributing factor, drug use, youth gangs, school shootings, prevention. --- # JUAD 370 — Criminology 3 credits · 3 hours Explanation and critical analysis of crime and criminal behavior. This course examines measuring crime, violent crime, crimes against property, criminal careers, terrorism, and criminological and other theories of crime. Special attention is given to what works, what doesnt, significant research, meaningful theoretical insights, restorative justice, prevention, and promising programs. --- # JUAD 380 — Corporate & White Collar Crime 3 credits · 3 hours A critical analysis of corporate and white collar crime including crimes against consumers, unsafe products, corporate fraud, financial and banking crimes, environmental crimes, corruption of government officials and government crime. An emphasis is placed on the differences between white collar crime and other varieties of crime including enforcement and the ability of corporate criminals to influence lawmakers. The course also examines how corporations use public relations approaches to minimize their wrongdoings and rebuild their public images following criminal charges. --- # JUAD 398 — Pro-Seminar 4 credits · 4 hours This course will provide students with an understanding of the statistical analysis and research methods needed for the criminal justice field such as program evaluation, grant writing and understanding and analyzing evidence-based practices. The required preparation is MATH 110 or three years of high school mathematics. This course is designed to be taken in a students junior year. --- # JUAD 399 — Criminal Procedure 3 credits · 3 hours This course will focus on the rules of criminal procedure for the State of Minnesota and the federal government, and their relationship within the criminal justice system. --- # JUAD 441 — Organized Crime 3 credits · 3 hours This course deals with the origins and workings of criminal groups such as street gangs, the Mafia, criminal conspiracies, and crime networks. Particular attention will be paid to the role that crime plays in maintaining group solidarity and in creating a self-identity for individuals within the criminal group. --- # JUAD 442 — Court, Police, and Corrections Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course applies theories and develops management skills for administering court processes, police organizations, and correctional agencies and institutions. Topics include designing and implementing effective programs, managing social and organizational change and the organizational culture, motivation, team building, ethical and civil rights issues, managing men and women, program evaluation, and working with the media, politicians, and the public. Special attention will be given to implementing community policing, unified court systems and court reform including restorative justice, pro… --- # JUAD 450 — Advanced Criminal Law 3 credits · 3 hours This course will expand students understanding of criminal law through analysis and application of core concepts. Students will become familiar with the Minnesota Statutes and its use in the court process. --- # JUAD 460 — Rehabilitation & Prevention 3 credits · 3 hours The course focuses on restorative practices for rehabilitation and prevention, such as circle sentencing, problem-solving courts, panels and peacekeeping circles. This course investigates the strengths of the traditional criminal justice system as well as its failings and discuss the potential benefits of taking a community-oriented approach to rehabilitation and prevention. --- # JUAD 486 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to provide upper-level students with an opportunity to experience a special or experimental curriculum enrichment course. --- # JUAD 494 — Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours and research within the Justice Administration area. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. --- # JUAD 498 — Senior Seminar in Justice Administration 3 credits · 3 hours This course serves as the capstone course for the Justice Administration major. The seminar course integrates students accumulated knowledge of history, concepts, theory, applications, research, and presentations in the senior year. --- # JUAD 499 — Field Experience/Internship 3 credits · 3 hours This course allows the Justice Administration major or Criminal Justice minor to explore the actual day-to-day operations of a specific career or field of interest by participating with a professional in that occupation. This opportunity allows the student to explore career options and gain general work experience in the chosen area of the criminal justice system. --- # LEP 101 — First Year Seminar: Discover. Engage. Lead. 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to equip students for academic success, provide an orientation to the Southwest Minnesota State University and assist them in making a successful transition to college both socially and intellectually. Specific areas covered are the value of liberal arts education, the importance of ethnic and social diversity, the skills of information literacy, and the foundations of the universitys mission and values. --- # LIT 100 — Literature: Human Diversity 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to multicultural literature primarily in the U.S. Students read works that explore a range of socio-cultural identities or experiences, such as race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexuality, and disability. This course does not count toward a Literature or Creative Writing major. --- # LIT 120 — Introduction to Literature 3 credits · 3 hours This course will deepen students understanding and appreciation of literature as an art form as well as to strengthen students ability to read short stories, poems, novels and drama for meaning. This course does not count toward a Literature or Creative Writing major. --- # LIT 150 — Literature: Global Perspective 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction to literature through the study of works past and present which explore both the nature of humanity and humanitys relation to the world. The course will introduce students to literature from primarily outside the United States to enable cross-cultural comparisons. Does not count toward a Literature major. --- # LIT 170 — Literature: People & Environment 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to literature focused on the environment and our relationship to it. The course covers several literary genres and may include both U.S. and non-U.S. writers and environments. This course does not count toward a Literature or Creative Writing major. --- # LIT 200 — Literature: Rural/Regional Experience 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction to literature through the study of works which are set in a rural and/or regional environment and explore both the nature of humanity and humanitys relation to the world. The course will expose students to literature from primarily those writers who focus their art on rural landscapes and/or a particular region (e.g., the Mississippi Delta, western Montana, Siouxland, etc.) which demonstrates the importance of environment and region on the human condition. Does not count toward a Literature major. --- # LIT 250 — Critical Approaches to Literature 3 credits · 3 hours This course offers students the elemental skill necessary for academic literary research and analysis. It covers the major literary critical tools in a systematic way. Required of all Literature and Creative Writing majors. Students are strongly encouraged to have completed ENG 151 , EMLS 151 , or an equivalent introductory composition course before enrolling in this course. --- # LIT 261 — Novel 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to the novel as a literary form. --- # LIT 262 — Short Story 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to the short story as a literary form. --- # LIT 263 — Poetry 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to poetry as a literary form. --- # LIT 264 — World Drama 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to drama as a literary form, including plays from a wide variety of periods and countries. --- # LIT 265 — Literature and Film 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to literary works and their film adaptations, exploring their different forms or means of storytelling, the technical and social factors that affect their productions, and their cultural impact. Texts many include the following filmic and literary genres: western, musical, science fiction fantasy, horror, comic, detective story, thriller, war, or family melodrama. --- # LIT 266 — Fiction 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to fiction - in the form of the novels and short stories - as a literary form and helps them to appreciate its gifts. We will read a selection of short fiction and novels (or novel excerpts) and come to understand how this literary genre has developed and acted as both a reflection of and influence on culture. Students will practice critical analysis of these forms of fiction within their historical and cultural context through in-class discussion, D2L forums, quizzes and essay assignments. --- # LIT 286 — Special Topics in Literature 1 credits · 1 hours These courses are studies in topics of special interest. Consult the semester schedule of classes for the selected topic for a given term. --- # LIT 292 — Honors Credit Literature 1 credits · 1 hours An independent study course designed primarily for Honors Program students. This course allows more in-depth or comprehensive study or research by certain students concurrently enrolled in at least one other Literature course. --- # LIT 303 — British Authors: Short Course 1 credits · 1 hours A study of one British authors work in-depth. Consult the semester course schedule for the author to be studied. No more than a total of 4 credits may be used toward a Literature major. --- # LIT 304 — American Authors: Short Course 1 credits · 1 hours A study of one American authors work in-depth. Consult the semester course schedule for the author to be studied. No more than a total of 4 credits may be used toward a Literature major. --- # LIT 305 — World Authors: Short Course 1 credits · 1 hours A study of one World authors work in-depth. Consult the semester course schedule for the author to be studied. No more than a total of 4 credits may be used toward a Literature major. --- # LIT 306 — Craft and Theory: Prose and Poetry 3 credits · 3 hours This class is designed for students interested in the craft and theory issues relating to the construction of literary prose and poetry. The class will focus on the authors style within the context of the different historical literary movements and social/cultural influences. The main emphasis of this class is the analysis of the processes of literary prose and poetry, and not necessarily the critical interpretation of literature. --- # LIT 309 — Authors 3 credits · 3 hours A study of one, two, or three authors work in-depth. Consult the semester course schedule for the author(s) to be studied. If a student takes 309, only one (1) credit of 308 may be counted toward the Literature major. --- # LIT 310 — Greek Mythology & Literature 3 credits · 3 hours The course covers great Greek literature, such as the Iliad and the Odyssey, plus selected plays from the Greek tragedians. The mythological background of the literature and its characters is also included. --- # LIT 320 — British Literature Survey: Beginnings to Present 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to a range of texts, authors, genres, and periods spanning from the Anglo-Saxon era to the present. Students are strongly encouraged to have completed ENG 151 , EMLS 151 , or an equivalent introductory composition course before enrolling in this course. --- # LIT 323 — Shakespeare 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on examples of Shakespeares best-known tragedies, comedies, histories, and romances. --- # LIT 330 — American Literature Survey: Beginning to Contemporary 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the periods of American Literature from Colonial to Contemporary. Students are strongly encouraged to have completed ENG 151 , EMLS 151 , or an equivalent introductory composition course before enrolling in this course. --- # LIT 335 — African American Literature 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction to the literature of African American writers from the African Diaspora through the Harlem Renaissance to contemporary African American literature. --- # LIT 340 — Sexuality and Gender in Literature 3 credits · 3 hours This course reads a selection of literature from a range of historical and cultural periods through the lens of sexuality and gender. --- # LIT 355 — Native American Literature 3 credits · 3 hours This course will introduce students to the literature of the American Indian and may include novels by such authors as Leslie Marmon Silko, N. Scott Momaday, Louise Erdrich, and James Welch, as well as poetry and memoir by Native American writers from Canada and the United States. --- # LIT 365 — Auto/Biography 3 credits · 3 hours This course considers the broad genre of writing focused on the life of a living or historical person, including the self. Students will become familiar with issues surrounding life-writing and read examples from a variety of historical periods. --- # LIT 370 — Contemporary World Literature 3 credits · 3 hours This course explores the rich diversity and interdependence of contemporary post-colonial literatures and other international literatures specifically since 1945. This class examines the works of writers from varied cultures, such as Chinua Achebe, Jorge Luis Borges, Italo Calvino, Nadine Gordimer, Milan Kundera, Louise Erdrich, and Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Students are strongly encouraged to have completed ENG 151 , EMLS 151 , or an equivalent introductory composition course before enrolling in this course. --- # LIT 375 — Womens Literature 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to literature written by and about women from various time periods and cultures. --- # LIT 410 — Literacy & Literature for Adolescents 3 credits · 3 hours This course is required of teaching majors. It covers teaching of poetry, fiction and drama, and young adult literature. The course includes methods and materials for teaching reading at the junior high and high school levels. --- # LIT 423 — Shakespeare 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on examples of Shakespeares best-known tragedies, comedies, histories, and romances. --- # LIT 486 — Advanced Topics in Literature 1 credits · 1 hours These courses are advanced studies in topics of special interest. Consult the semester schedule of classes for the selected topic for a given term. --- # LIT 494 — Directed Studies in Literature 1 credits · 1 hours Independent work is available only to students with special needs or exceptional ability. Only four (4) credits may count toward a Literature major. --- # LIT 523 — Shakespeare 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on examples of Shakespeares best-known tragedies, comedies, histories, and romances. Graduate students will be required to prepare and submit a seminar paper at the conclusion of the course in lieu of the final exam given to undergraduate students. Graduate students will also be tasked with leading and participating more actively in ongoing online discussions. --- # LIT 586 — Special Topics in Literature 1 credits · 1 hours These courses are advanced studies in topics of special interest. Consult the semester schedule of classes for the selected topic for a given term. Graduate status or Senior status (with permission) required. Up to four credits of any Special Topics may be applied to a graduate degree with permission of the English Department and Graduate Dean. --- # LIT 622 — 19th & 20th Century British Literature Survey 4 credits · 4 hours This course is a survey of the major British writers from the 19th and 20th Centuries. These literary periods are of special interest: The Romantic Period, the Victorian Period, and the Modernist Period. The class examines all the genres but focuses primarily on poetry, drama, and fiction. --- # LIT 632 — A Survey of American Literature in All Its Diversity 4 credits · 4 hours This course includes canonical as well as alternative or marginalized U.S. literary texts. The primary, if not exclusive, focus will be on those texts that have emerged out of marginalized literary traditions. Students will be expected to analyze assigned texts in order to explain how they work, but they will also analyze what historical and cultural forces might have led to texts being included, removed, or left out of the canon. Those analyses along with readings of literary criticism about the American literary survey will equip students to identify and challenge the cultural and political… --- # LIT 670 — World Literature 4 credits · 4 hours This course in World Literature covers works from a variety of periods and countries. Selected topics may include different genres of literature from different countries written by members of diverse ethnic groups. Consult the semester class schedule for the selected topic during a given term. --- # LIT 686 — Special Topics in Literature 1 credits · 1 hours These courses are advanced studies in topics of special interest. Consult the semester schedule of classes for the selected topic for a given term. Graduate status or Senior status (with permission) required. Up to four credits of any Special Topics may be applied to a graduate degree with permission of the English Department and Graduate Dean. --- # MATH 060 — Intermediate Algebra 3 credits · 3 hours Algebraic skill-building for students anticipating further courses in mathematics or areas using mathematics. Covers polynomials, roots and powers, lines and solving linear inequalities, and linear, quadratic, and rational equations. --- # MATH 090 — Algebra Review 2 credits · 2 hours A study of the fundamental concepts of algebra. Topics include: operations with real numbers; polynomial equations and inequalities; rational expressions, equations and functions; exponential, and logarithmic functions and their graphs; systems of linear equations; operations with exponents; and factoring.Corequisites: Math 110 College Algebra with same section number as Math 090 section. Instructor permission required to withdraw. --- # MATH 101 — Great Ideas of Mathematics 3 credits · 3 hours This course investigates mathematics by introducing selected mathematical models and examining how they are applied to real world problems. Students are expected to use mathematical techniques in the application of the models studied in the course. The required preparation is MATH 060 or three years of high school mathematics. --- # MATH 110 — College Algebra 3 credits · 3 hours A study of the fundamental concepts of algebra. Topics include: equations and inequalities polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions and their graphs, and systems of linear equations.Prerequisites: This course requires either of these prerequisites MATH 060 - Intermediate Algebra (Minimum grade: 2.0 GPA Equivalent) or A score of 60 on test Intermediate Alg Placement Test - CAT, unless student meets Algebra College Level placement Corequisites: Math 090 if prerequisite placement score is not met. Math 090 section number and Math 110 section number must be the same. Prerequisites: MATH 060 --- # MATH 115 — Finite Mathematics 3 credits · 3 hours Solving systems of linear equations, matrix operations, and an introduction to linear programming, including the simplex method, mathematics of finance, counting techniques, and probability. The required preparation is MATH 110 or three years of high school mathematics. --- # MATH 125 — Trigonometry & Special Functions 3 credits · 3 hours Trigonometry, both circular functions and right triangle, trigonometric equations, logarithms, exponential functions, and complex numbers. The required preparation is MATH 110 or three years of high school mathematics, not including trigonometry. Students who do not meet the stated requirements may be dropped from the course. --- # MATH 129 — Mathematics for Elementary Education 3 credits · 3 hours This is the mathematics content course for elementary education majors, which focuses on the content areas that must be taught at the elementary school level. Topics include problem solving, numeracy, discrete math, probability, statistics, and geometry. An understanding of the underlying mathematical concepts is developed to allow students to master the associated mathematical procedures. --- # MATH 135 — Precalculus 5 credits · 5 hours A detailed study of the mathematics needed for calculus. Concepts are presented and explored from symbolic, graphical, and numerical perspectives. Basic concepts covered include polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions, complex numbers, linear systems, numerical patterns, sequences and series. Students must have passed Math 060 with a B- or better, or Math 110 with a C- or better, or met one of the other stated prerequisites. Students who do not meet the stated requirements may be dropped from the course. --- # MATH 150 — Calculus I 5 credits · 5 hours Differential calculus of elementary functions, including applications. Introduction to integration. The required preparation is MATH 125 or MATH 135 or three years of high school mathematics including trigonometry. --- # MATH 151 — Calculus II 4 credits · 4 hours A continuation of Calculus I to include further techniques of integration and applications, Taylor approximations, sequences and series, plane analytical geometry, parametric equations, including polar coordinates. Students who do not receive a grade of C- or better in Math 150 (or equivalent) may be dropped from the course. --- # MATH 200 — Introduction to Statistics 3 credits · 3 hours Introduction to measures of central tendency, measures of dispersion, frequency distributions, large and small samples, testing of hypotheses, and correlation analysis. Use of computers in statistical analysis. The required preparation is MATH 110 or three years of high school mathematics. --- # MATH 201 — Statistical Software 1 credits · 1 hours Use of statistical software including SPSS and MINITAB. Graphical and numerical methods of summarizing data, hypothesis testing, regression analysis, ANOVA, and other statistical procedures. Check the validity of statistical model assumptions. The required preparation is completion or enrollment in MATH 200 or equivalent or familiarity with statistical procedures. --- # MATH 202 — Statistical Programming in R 1 credits · 1 hours Use of statistical software R for data analyses. Graphical and numerical methods of summarizing data, hypothesis testing, regression analysis, ANOVA, and other statistical procedures. Check the validity of statistical model assumptions. The required preparation is completion or enrollment in Math 200 or equivalent, or familiarity with statistical procedures. --- # MATH 252 — Calculus III 4 credits · 4 hours Vectors and the geometry of two and three space, functions of several variables, differentiability, arc length and surface area, extrema and Lagrange multipliers, multiple integration, line and surface integrals, and the theorems of Green, Gauss, and Stokes. Students who do not receive a grade of a C- or better in Math 151 (or equivalent) may be dropped from the course. --- # MATH 300 — Modern Geometry 3 credits · 3 hours The postulation systems of geometry, including Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries, projective and affine geometry. Students must earn a grade of C- or better in all prerequisite courses. The Department of Mathematics & Computer Science reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course prerequisites. --- # MATH 310 — Number Theory 3 credits · 3 hours The integers, including Peano postulates, divisibility, congruencies, Diophantine equations, and continued fractions. Students must earn a grade of C- or better in all prerequisite courses. The Department of Mathematics & Computer Science reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course prerequisites. --- # MATH 320 — Foundations of Mathematics 3 credits · 3 hours The nature of mathematics, the axiomatic method, the theory of sets, the real number continuum, and various viewpoints on the foundations of mathematics. Students must earn a grade of C- or better in all prerequisite courses. The Department of Mathematics & Computer Science reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course prerequisites. --- # MATH 325 — Combinatorics & Graph Theory 3 credits · 3 hours A survey of some of the techniques of combinatorials mathematics and their application. Topics include connectivity, planarity and colorability of graphs, graph isomorphisms, enumeration techniques, recurrence relations, and generating functions. Students must earn a grade of C- or better in all prerequisite courses. The Department of Mathematics & Computer Science reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course prerequisites. --- # MATH 345 — Numerical Analysis 3 credits · 3 hours Finite differences and applications; interpolation formulas; inversion of matrices; numerical methods of solution of equations; numerical differentiation and integration. Students must earn a grade of C- or better in all prerequisite courses. The Department of Mathematics & Computer Science reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course prerequisites. --- # MATH 350 — Differential Equations 3 credits · 3 hours Exact solutions and applications of differential equations. Students must earn a grade of C- or better in all prerequisite courses. The Department of Mathematics & Computer Science reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course prerequisites. --- # MATH 360 — Linear Algebra 3 credits · 3 hours Matrices and determinants with applications to vector spaces (linear transformations and eigenvalues) and the solution of systems of linear equations. Students must earn a grade of C- or better in all prerequisite courses. The Department of Mathematics & Computer Science reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course prerequisites. --- # MATH 386 — Special Topics in Mathematics 1 credits · 1 hours A study of different topics in mathematics. See current course schedule for topic listing when offered. --- # MATH 394 — Directed Studies in Mathematics 1 credits · 1 hours Independent study of mathematical topics not ordinarily covered in the established courses. May be repeated. --- # MATH 430 — Probability & Statistics 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to calculus of probabilities and mathematical statistics, including discrete and random variables, mathematical expectation, probability distributions, sampling, hypothesis tests, regression, and correlation. Students must earn a grade of C- or better in all prerequisite courses. The Department of Mathematics & Computer Science reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course prerequisites. --- # MATH 440 — Abstract Algebra 3 credits · 3 hours Topics may include groups, rings, fields, or fields. Students must earn a grade of C- or better in all prerequisite courses. The Department of Mathematics & Computer Science reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course prerequisites. --- # MATH 450 — Real Analysis 3 credits · 3 hours A theoretical investigation of the real numbers. Topics include sequences, series and convergence, limits and continuity of functions, differentiation, and integration. Students must earn a grade of C- or better in all prerequisite courses. The Department of Mathematics & Computer Science reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course prerequisites. --- # MATH 455 — Applied Mathematics 3 credits · 3 hours Partial differential equations of physics and engineering including Laplace, heat and wave equations, Fourier series methods and the methods of separation of variables. Additional topics may include Sturm-Liouville problems, Greens functions, and the method of characteristics. Students must earn a grade of C- or better in all prerequisite courses. The Department of Mathematics & Computer Science reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course prerequisites. --- # MATH 460 — Complex Analysis 3 credits · 3 hours The algebra of complex numbers, analytic functions, mapping properties of the elementary functions, Cauchys Theorem, Cauchys integral formula and residues. Students must earn a grade of C- or better in all prerequisite courses. The Department of Mathematics & Computer Science reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course prerequisites. --- # MATH 480 — Mathematics Seminar 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to acquaint the student with current research in mathematics by a review of current mathematical literature sources. Students integrate and synthesize their backgrounds by presenting a problem solving or research project. The Department of Mathematics & Computer Science reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course prerequisites. --- # MATH 486 — Advanced Topics in Mathematics 1 credits · 1 hours A study of more advanced topics in mathematics not normally provided as part of the curriculum. --- # MATH 499 — Internship in Mathematics 1 credits · 1 hours On-the-job supervised experience and study dealing with applications of mathematics. --- # MATH 501 — Introduction to Mathematical Logic 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to mathematical logic. Topics include: Sentential logic, the predicate calculus, the statement calculus and its completeness theorem, first order theories, consistency and completeness, and Godels Theorem. This course meets CECP Guidelines. --- # MATH 510 — Advanced Number Theory 3 credits · 3 hours Number theory, which is one of the most ancient branches of mathematics and continues to be an active area of research, is the study of integers, the most basic structure of mathematics, and many of their fascinating properties. For example, it has a major recent day application in communications and cryptography. Topics include proof by induction, divisibility, primes, uniqueness of factorization, congruencies, Chinese Remainder Theorem, Cryptography, Pythagorean triples and other Diophantine equations, Pells Equation, primarily testing, factoring methods, primitive roots, perfect numbers, r… --- # MATH 515 — Advanced Discrete Mathematics 3 credits · 3 hours An extension of the usual material presented in an undergraduate course in Discrete Mathematics. Topics will include: coding theory, Polya enumeration, scheduling and bin packing, and combinatorial games. A current computer software package will be utilized to explore these topics. The required preparation for this course is an undergraduate major in mathematics or mathematics education. --- # MATH 530 — Statistics 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to give students both the theoretical and practical aspects of statistics. Topics include probability distributions of discrete and continuous random variables, mathematical expectations, multivariate distributions, correlations, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, linear regression, and use of technology. The required preparation for this course is an undergraduate course in statistics, and an undergraduate major in mathematics or mathematics education. --- # MATH 540 — Abstract Algebra 3 credits · 3 hours A first graduate course in abstract algebra. Topics may include: groups, subgroups, quotient groups, homomorphisms, isomorphisms, group actions, direct and semidirect products, the Sylow theorems, rings, integral domains, fields, field extensions, and Galios Theory. The required preparation for this course is an undergraduate major in Mathematics or Mathematics Education --- # MATH 545 — Advanced Geometry 3 credits · 3 hours This course reviews Euclidean, synthetic, analytic, plane and solid geometry, then compares Euclidean geometry to the more recent developments in geometry dealing with non-metric properties. Projective geometry, affine geometry, and topological geometry are used as examples of non-Euclidean systems. The required preparation for this course is an undergraduate major in mathematics or mathematics education. --- # MATH 550 — Real Analysis 3 credits · 3 hours Topics include: metric spaces, compactness, countability, convergence, continuity, uniform convergence and continuity, differentiation, and integration. The objective of this course is to provide a foundation in the mathematical analysis behind the Calculus. The required preparation for this course is an undergraduate major in Mathematics or Mathematics Education --- # MATH 560 — Applied Linear Algebra 3 credits · 3 hours An extension of the usual material presented in an undergraduate course in Linear Algebra. Topics include vector spaces and linear transformations, algebra of polynomials, invariant subspaces, LU, QR and singular value decompositions, symmetric, positive definite, and Hermitian matrices, inner product spaces, and the spectral theorem. The required preparation for this course is an undergraduate major in mathematics or mathematics education. --- # MATH 586 — Selected Topics in Mathematics 1 credits · 1 hours A study of more advanced topics in mathematics not normally provided as part of the curriculum. --- # MATH 589 — Special Topics in Mathematics 1 credits · 1 hours Advanced interdisciplinary study of Mathematics. Student may use interdisciplinary research involving Mathematics, and/or Statistics, projects, paper review, or other experiences outside the classroom in real world situations as credit for prior learning towards the 18 graduate credits requirement in Mathematics. --- # MBA 500 — Introduction to MBA 0 credits · 0 hours Introductory assessment and information for the Masters of Business Administration. --- # MBA 501 — Sales & Convention Management 3 credits · 3 hours Analysis of methods used by sales and service departments in hospitality and tourism. Emphasis on selling, planning for, and servicing all aspects of meeting and convention business. --- # MBA 510 — Beverage Management 3 credits · 3 hours Planning, organizing and analysis of a beverage facility. Problem solving methods and solution techniques are applied through written projects. Topics include alcoholic beverage control regulations, examination of product, service methods and computerized control systems. Minimum age of student must be 21 years. --- # MBA 512 — International Business Practices 3 credits · 3 hours was designed for students interested in understanding the intricacies of doing business in an international environment, including language and religion. Each course will focus on a specific region and provide students with an overview of the existing and emerging business landscapes, including the smallest, largest, and fastest growing languages, folklore, festivals, philosophy, religion, family, education, literature and daily life. This course will be taught through a lecture, discussion, reading and film evaluation format. --- # MBA 520 — Hospitality Revenue Management 3 credits · 3 hours Introduction to the basics of revenue management practices in the hospitality industry. Focus areas include forecasting, pricing, market segmentation, cost controls, financial analysis, economic analysis, and applications as it emphasizes practical aspects of decision-making. Both tactical and strategic approaches will be discussed. --- # MBA 525 — Applied Hospitality Service Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course will review basic service management concepts and apply them in real life scenario using case studies of Hospitality firms and businesses. Students will analyze the nature of the issue, discover the connection of the unique service characteristics to the nature of the issue, and evaluate different strategies to address the issue while learning about a specific hospitality company in the case studies --- # MBA 526 — Strategic Sourcing and Logistics Management 3 credits · 3 hours Successful business operations involve effectively securing resources, building strong partnerships, and seamlessly moving products from Point A to Point B. This course seeks to help students from all majors gain a deeper understanding of supply chain management. It focuses on integrating strategic planning and risk management to achieve competitive advantage. Students will examine real-world challenges and emerging trends to gain a comprehensive understanding of how to leverage sourcing and logistics strategies to drive organizational success. Through a mix of theory and practical insights,… --- # MBA 527 — Transportation and Logistics Management 3 credits · 3 hours The purpose of this course is to provide students with a broad understanding and knowledge of transportation concepts and critical issues affecting the flow of materials and people. The concepts will include (but are not limited to) freight movements, transportation policies, modal characteristics, 3rd party logistics (3PL), security, globalization, and sustainability aspects related to transportation. In addition, the course will focus on developing transportation models. Emphasis will be placed on the application of these concepts to actual business situations. Upon completion of this cours… --- # MBA 530 — Hotel/Resort Management Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours Analysis and simulation of a hotel/resort operation. Competency-based skills developed by student analysis, written reports, and on-site learning opportunities in major departments of a hotel/resort including: General and Administrative, Rooms Division, Food and Beverage, Sales and Marketing, and Sports and Activities. The focus of this course is on analysis and understanding of the interdependent nature of major departments within a hotel/resort operation. --- # MBA 568 — Fieldwork in Business and Entrepreneurship 3 credits · 3 hours In this course, students are exposed to experiences in the form of project-based learning within the broad areas of for­ profit, nonprofit, and philanthropic ventures. A feature of this course is its coordination with the Center of Innovation and Entrepreneurship and the Southwest Small Business Development Center (SBDC). Students will learn baseline skills or tools to assist in advising clients on a venture chosen by the class. The project approach to this course will culminate into a final report and presentation to the client. --- # MBA 580 — Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship 3 credits · 3 hours Entrepreneurship is a driving force in the national and global economy, with entrepreneurs starting new businesses, stimulating ancillary businesses and economic growth. Entrepreneurship blends innovation and creativity, risk, and planning. Students may find themselves presented with entrepreneurial opportunities at any time in the future. Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship will provide students with the background of todays entrepreneurial mindset, the process of initiating entrepreneurial ventures, the development of the entrepreneurial plan, and growth strategies for entrepreneurial ventures. --- # MBA 590 — Social Entrepreneurship 3 credits · 3 hours This is a new course that complements the proposed Entrepreneurship Concentration in Management. Social Entrepreneurship is a growing field of study that examines social needs in the context of entrepreneurship. In particular, it examines the creation of a social value in the context of entrepreneurship practices, theory, and applications. This course looks at different forms of social ventures to include philanthropic, hybrid, or for-profit and identifies tools available to positively impact communities --- # MBA 594 — Independent Study 3 credits · 3 hours This will allow for specialized study for graduate students who seek more in-depth study in particular areas within the Business discipline. --- # MBA 599 — Internship 1 credits · 1 hours The internship course is created primarily for students with no prior full-time work experience, and to encourage students to seek practical experience where they can apply theories and concepts learned in their area of concentration. Students are expected to find a place of employment and seek authorization from their advisor before they begin the internship to ensure that job experience satisfies the concentration requirements. The course is repeatable for a maximum of three credits. Instructor permission required. --- # MBA 606 — Accounting for Managers 3 credits · 3 hours Will introduce the design, development and use of accounting systems; development and analysis of accounting data for managerial planning, control, and decision-making; and discussion of current trends and issues of managerial accounting. This will be presented as a course for non-accounting professionals and executives. --- # MBA 607 — Strategic Marketing Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed for the graduate student that either has some elementary exposure to marketing as an undergraduate or has no foundational exposure to the subject. The class content will briefly review basic marketing principles as they relate to solving case studies. Teams will be assigned and given approximately four preliminary cases and one final strategic case. The feedback gained from each case presentation is designed to enhance the students understanding of the subject and prepare them for the next case that increases in difficulty with each progressive round during the term. A… --- # MBA 609 — Management of Production and Operations 3 credits · 3 hours This course is devoted to an organizations conversion of resources into products and services. Both long-term (strategic) and day-to-day operations (tactical) level decision-making will be studied. Topics will include operations strategy, process/service development, aggregate planning, theory of constraints, JIT, TQM, and related topics. --- # MBA 620 — Negotiation & Mediation: Agreements in Law & Business 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines the role of negotiations and mediation in conflict resolution. With the former, we consider theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential to being effective negotiators. With the latter, the course delves into the mediation process. In so doing, the role of the third-party neutral, or the mediator, is examined in its role in assisting disputing parties reach resolution. With both, the course overlays law topics that are relevant to managers in the legal environment. Such legal topics will require students to employ negotiation strategies to resolve conflict. --- # MBA 630 — Application of Management Decision Instruments 3 credits · 3 hours Provides an exposure to management decision paradigms that are most widely used in the business sector of the economy. The topics extend the range of decision tools beyond those used in other coursework in the program. --- # MBA 652 — Organization Development & Change Management 3 credits · 3 hours Organization development (OD) is concerned with planning, researching, and implementing interventions aimed at organizational change and renewal. The course focuses on understanding and developing process consulting skills. The course will also engage in in-depth exploration of various intervention strategies, including human process, technostructural, systemwide, and strategic change. --- # MBA 660 — Legal and Ethical Environment of Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course seeks to provide students with a sound understanding of legal principles within the context of management decision making and commercial transactions. In addition, this course examines the ethical implications for certain business decisions. That is, this course examines ethical standards of proper conduct within business decisions, and where appropriate, applies those standards. --- # MBA 670 — Corporate Finance for Managers 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an analytical foundation in corporate finance. Topics include the fundamentals of financial analysis, stock and bond valuation, capital budgeting, risk-return tradeoffs, capital structure, and dividend policy. Emphasizing theory and application, students learn to assess financial alternatives, make informed decisions, and justify financing choices while considering ethical and business implications. --- # MBA 680 — Technology Management 3 credits · 3 hours Focuses on the role of technology in organizations. A top-down approach is used which will range from considering technology as a strategic variable for competitive advantage to applying technology as a means of improving operational efficiency and customer service. The course considers the challenges of innovation as well as the potential conflicts and resistance resulting from technological change. --- # MBA 681 — International Business & Leadership 3 credits · 3 hours Examines the international business climate and the success of American firms in the global marketplace; different modes of penetrating foreign markets; international finance and the international banking system. Factors affecting American competitiveness in the global economy will be reviewed. Students will successfully complete a term project involving a simulated negotiation to set up an operation in another country. --- # MBA 684 — Managerial Economics 3 credits · 3 hours This course will prepare the student in the area of economic reasoning, a capability that is an important element in the tool kit of all successful executives in business, government, and nonprofit enterprise. Much of the work will be grounded in microeconomic theory, although some applications of macroeconomic thinking will be employed. Microeconomic decision models are robust, used in a wide spectrum of applications to help think through the likely behaviors and outcomes. Powerful economic models will be utilized to analyze business scenarios, predict market outcomes, and recommend policies… --- # MBA 685 — Strategic Management and Policy 3 credits · 3 hours Studies the pursuit of the organizations mission while integrating the organization into its environment. This course examines techniques of long-range organizational planning, strategy formulation, and strategy implementation. The purpose of the course is to develop insights and a working knowledge of major strategic management processes. --- # MBA 686 — Seminar in Management Issues 3 credits · 3 hours This course will provide a general management perspective of current and emerging issues facing organizations. Students will be required to address and analyze the many dilemmas and problems managers encounter in fashioning short-and long-term solutions and in taking action. The focus of the seminar will be Management of the Future. --- # MGMT 101 — Introduction to Business 3 credits · 3 hours This course explores all of the traditional functions performed by business, an introduction of principles and concepts of business, and the framework and environment of our free enterprise system in a global world. --- # MGMT 221 — Computer Concepts and Applications 3 credits · 3 hours MGMT 221 provides students with an introduction to computer software used in todays business world. Students will learn how to use word processing, database, spreadsheet, and graphics software tools as means of communication and problem-solving. The course includes significant computer lab time in which the students skills and proficiency in the use of these computer software programs will be developed and refined. Students will also be introduced to enterprise resource planning concepts and software and how these programs are integrated into day-to-day business operations. --- # MGMT 281 — Fieldwork in Business and Entrepreneurship 3 credits · 3 hours In this course, students are exposed to experiences in the form of project-based learning within the broad areas of for-profit, nonprofit, and philanthropic ventures. A feature of this course is its coordination with the Center of Innovation and Entrepreneurship and the Southwest Small Business Development Center (SBDC). Students will learn baseline skills or tools to assist in advising clients on a venture chosen by the class. The project approach to this course will culminate into a final report and presentation to the client. --- # MGMT 286 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours A study of more advanced topics in management not normally provided as part of the curriculum. --- # MGMT 300 — Management Principles 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines the concepts and principles of management including historical and contemporary perspectives of management. The learner will study the four functions of management: planning, organizing, leading, and controlling, which are the foundation of management and provide context to how managers plan, make decisions, organize, motivate, lead and control operations, and the workforce, in a changing environment. --- # MGMT 309 — Experiential Learning Opportunities 1 credits · 1 hours The experiential learning opportunities course will provide students with the chance to engage in a professional organization related to their field of study. Through active participation in organizational meetings, events, and initiatives, students will develop industry-specific competencies, enhance their professional networking skills, and gain real-world insights that extend beyond the classroom. --- # MGMT 310 — Readings in Management 1 credits · 1 hours The course provides an opportunity to study and analyze the work of important management theorists, authors, and practitioners representing different perspectives and various aspects of management including strategy, leadership, and organizational theory. The readings will encompass seminal readings in management theory, management in practice, and contemporary issues in management. --- # MGMT 311 — Movies in Management 1 credits · 1 hours The course provides students with the opportunity to study and analyze different movies and identify how they can apply to current business models, challenges, or concepts. The content areas of these movies include ethics, fraud, strategy, leadership, and organizational theory. The movies will encompass depictions of management theory, management in practice, and contemporary issues in management. --- # MGMT 333 — Conflict Resolution 3 credits · 3 hours The course is aimed at developing the knowledge and skill level of students in the areas of conflict management and conflict resolution. As a result of completing this course, students will have a well-developed understanding of the various theories surrounding conflict, conflict resolution, and conflict management. Further, the class will address various techniques used in industry to resolve conflict situations. --- # MGMT 370 — Health Services Systems and Information 3 credits · 3 hours This introductory course explores the role of health care administrator in relation to information technology in the health care setting, and how computers enhance health care practice. This course includes analysis of components of computers and networks; and development, enhancement, and selection of health care information system(s). Management and uses of medical databases for health care administrators will be covered. Further topics will include the process of transforming data into usable information, personnel and training issues, understanding the roles of Information Service Departm… --- # MGMT 372 — US Healthcare Delivery, Service, and Systems 3 credits · 3 hours This course will provide students with information regarding fundamental management principles and special concerns and problems dealing with gerontology and long-term care settings at home and in a variety of institutions. This course will focus on Federal and State regulations, 3rd party reimbursement regulations, health and safety codes, residents rights and the regulatory survey process. The students will learn tools to assess residents quality of care and quality of life. Students will review issues relating to ethics, guardianship and conservatorship, liability, negligence and malpracti… --- # MGMT 380 — Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship 3 credits · 3 hours Entrepreneurship is a driving force in the national and global economy, with entrepreneurs starting new businesses, stimulating ancillary businesses and economic growth. Entrepreneurship blends innovation and creativity, risk, and planning. Students may find themselves presented with entrepreneurial opportunities at any time in the future. Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship will provide students with the background of todays entrepreneurial mindset, the process of initiating entrepreneurial ventures, the development of the entrepreneurial pIan, and growth strategies for entrepreneurial ventures. --- # MGMT 390 — Social Sustainability 3 credits · 3 hours This is a new course that complements the proposed Entrepreneurship Concentration in Management. Social Sustainability is a growing field of study that examines social needs in the context of entrepreneurship. In particular, it examines the creation of a social value in the context of entrepreneurship practices, theory, and applications. This course looks at different forms of social ventures to include philanthropic, hybrid, or for-profit and identifies tools available to positively impact communities --- # MGMT 420 — Business Analytics and Technology 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on the analytical methods and technological tools used in the optimization of business, with an emphasis on supply chain. Topics include data analysis, forecasting, inventory management, and the use of software like ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and Supply Chain Management systems. The course will also cover emerging technologies like block chain, artificial intelligence, and IoT (Internet of Things) in business contexts. The curriculum emphasizes hands on learning to prepare students to apply analytics and technology in solving business challenges and making data dri… --- # MGMT 422 — Production & Operations Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course will expose the student to an introduction to the concepts, principles, problems, and practices of production and operations management. Emphasis is on managerial processes for effective operations management in both goods-producing and service-providing organizations. Topics include the strategic importance of operations within a business, operations management and value chains, measuring performance, operations strategy, technology and operations management, goods and service design, supply chain design, process design, facility and work design, forecasting, capacity management,… --- # MGMT 424 — Simulation of Industrial and Management Systems 3 credits · 3 hours Methods of simulating industrial and management systems. Computer simulations of business and management decision-making. --- # MGMT 425 — Supply Chain Management 3 credits · 3 hours Students will learn how supply chain design, planning, and operations are strategically important to the success of every firm. Organizations that excel in these areas maintain a competitive advantage over their competitors. Students will study the strategic role of supply chains as well as the key strategic drivers of supply chain performance. In addition, students will be able to apply analytic methodologies for supply chain analysis. --- # MGMT 426 — Strategic Sourcing and Logistics Management 3 credits · 3 hours Successful business operations involve effectively securing resources, building strong partnerships, and seamlessly moving products from Point A to Point B. This course seeks to help students from all majors gain a deeper understanding of supply chain management. It focuses on integrating strategic planning and risk management to achieve competitive advantage. Students will examine real-world challenges and emerging trends to gain a comprehensive understanding of how to leverage sourcing and logistics strategies to drive organizational success. Through a mix of theory and practical insights,… --- # MGMT 432 — Project Management 3 credits · 3 hours A study of project planning and control including time, budget, materials, and personnel. Coursework will include Gantt charts and PERT/CPM methods, use of project management software, planning, and preliminary analysis of an actual project, and examination of critical chain issues. Simulations may be used when appropriate. --- # MGMT 435 — Quality Management 3 credits · 3 hours The objective of this course is for the student to learn how quality systems, both from the design and implementation perspectives, are strategically important to the success of any firm. Organizations that employ quality methodology within all organizational levels maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace. Students will study the strategic role of quality, the key strategic drivers of quality, and will be able to apply analytic methodologies for quality improvement. --- # MGMT 440 — International Management 3 credits · 3 hours Strategies and structures for multinational companies, international strategic alliances, international human resource management, motivation and leadership in multinational companies, international negotiation and cross-cultural communication, ethics and social responsibility in the multinational company. --- # MGMT 450 — Diversity Management 3 credits · 3 hours The focus of MGMT 450 is to help students develop an awareness of, and sensitivity to, the needs and conditions of diverse groups; theoretical and conceptual knowledge about diverse groups; and specific skills in interacting with people from various diverse groups. The class will approach discussions regarding diversity from the underlying issues surrounding privilege. Students will learn how invisible privilege impacts all aspects of life; this concept will be addressed from the perspective of primary and secondary characteristics of demographic diversity. --- # MGMT 451 — Training & Development 3 credits · 3 hours A study of the issues associated with the training and development of the existing workforce in an organization. Includes organizational development issues. --- # MGMT 452 — Staffing Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course will focus on the various aspects surrounding human resource staffing and recruiting. Specific topics will include: recruiting processes, interviewing techniques, legal issues surrounding recruiting and staffing, forecasting and job analysis techniques. --- # MGMT 453 — Compensation and Benefits 3 credits · 3 hours This course will focus on the various aspects surrounding the compensation and benefits field within human resource management. Specific topics will include: terminology, development and implementation of wage and salary surveys, pay audits, job evaluation techniques, legal issues, the connection between pay and performance, the rationale behind various benefit policies, and various types of benefit programs. --- # MGMT 454 — Labor Relations 3 credits · 3 hours Upon completion of the course, students will have a working understanding of:1. The evolution of unions in the United States.2. How unions influence organizational strategic direction.3. The advantages and disadvantages of unionization for organizations.4. How the external environment influences both labor and management.5. Legal aspects relative to labor-management relations.6. The phases involved in developing a relationship between labor and management.7. How labor agreements are developed and administered. --- # MGMT 455 — Human Resource Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to give students an in-depth explanation of the basic functions regarding the field of human resource management. The primary focus will include best practices and practical application strategies within the field. Content areas include strategic planning, diversity, state and federal laws and regulations, recruitment and selection, employee relations, compensation and benefits, job analysis and evaluation, performance management, training and organization development, career planning, risk management, and union relations. The course will encompass the use of current e… --- # MGMT 456 — Organizational Behavior and Theory 3 credits · 3 hours The focus will be on human behavior in organizations. Throughout this course, students will develop and apply concepts and theories of organizational behavior in business organizations. A micro to macro approach will be used to progressively study behavior from the individual, group, and organizational levels. The goal of the course is to discover ways to understand and improve behavior at each level, and thereby increase the efficiency of the organization. --- # MGMT 457 — Interpersonal Skills 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to increase students self-awareness and how it relates to interpersonal and managerial effectiveness. This course improves advanced managerial skills such as goal-setting, time management, running effective meetings, team facilitation, feedback, networking, creative problem solving, coaching, mentoring, and empowerment. It includes current research on optimism, resilience, self-efficacy, work and emotions, cooperation vs. competition, and work design. --- # MGMT 458 — Project Management: Agile & Hybrid 3 credits · 3 hours This course explores Agile and hybrid project management methodologies, emphasizing iterative approaches, collaboration, and adaptability. Students will learn to manage Agile projects while integrating predictive techniques and leveraging AI tools to optimize workflows, analyze risks, and enhance team communication. --- # MGMT 459 — Project Management: Advanced Integration & Capstone 3 credits · 3 hours This course enables students to synthesize knowledge from prior coursework, applying PMI standards across all knowledge areas in a comprehensive project. By leveraging AI tools for scheduling, risk analysis, quality management, and stakeholder communication, students gain hands-on experience with modern project management technologies. The course also helps prepare students for the Project Management CAPM exam, emphasizing real-world application, leadership skills, and certification readiness, aligning with program goals to produce industry-ready professionals equipped to manage complex proje… --- # MGMT 460 — Leadership and Team Management 3 credits · 3 hours A study of selected models and practices in effective leadership and team management. The course includes methods and practices which provide hands-on management skills. --- # MGMT 468 — Fieldwork in Business and Entrepreneurship 3 credits · 3 hours This experiential learning course consists of the complete understanding of a business start-up. It will focus on business planning and execution. Students will develop entrepreneurship competencies that include developing all elements of a business plan and prepare a professional presentation to seek funding and support of their chosen venture. --- # MGMT 470 — Long Term Care Administration 3 credits · 3 hours This course will provide students with information regarding fundamental management principles and special concerns and problems dealing with gerontology and long-term care settings at home and in a variety of institutions. This course will focus on Federal and State regulations, 3rd party reimbursement regulations, health and safety codes, residents rights and the regulatory survey process. The students will learn tools to assess residents quality of care and quality of life. Students will review issues relating to ethics, guardianship and conservatorship, liability, negligence and malpracti… --- # MGMT 471 — Managed Care 3 credits · 3 hours This course will provide students with an understanding of the origins, organizations and operations of manage care programs. Students will examine the complexities of the provider-consumer-payer arrangements in a changing and expanding managed care environment. They will review structures, practice models, role of clinicians, capitation and the health service payment systems. --- # MGMT 472 — US Services, Programs, Issues & Trends in Healthcare 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an orientation to various analytical and substantive components that are fundamental to becoming familiar with services, programs, issues and trends in Healthcare. Specifically, students will gain an awareness of the complexities of health issues, the historical evolution of issues and themes, and the nature of how different interests and actors interact. Students will learn commonly used frameworks for policy analysis and then apply them to a range of prominent, contemporary health care issues and trends. --- # MGMT 473 — Practicum in Healthcare 3 credits · 3 hours The Practicum provides students with an opportunity to apply their skills in a work setting. Its important that students select a practicum site that can accommodate student learning and skill acquisition. The Practicum of 400 hours is required for those students applying for the Nursing Home Administers License who do not have current nursing home experience. --- # MGMT 474 — Nursing Home Administrator Exam Preparation Course 1 credits · 1 hours This course will prepare students to take the Minnesota State Rules Exam and the National Association of Boards of Examiners for Long Term Care Administrators (NAB) exams. These two exams are essential to receiving the Nursing Home Administrators and Residential Care-Assisted Living Administrators license in Minnesota. This course will prepare students for the tests in South Dakota and Iowa. --- # MGMT 475 — Healthcare Administration 3 credits · 3 hours This course is intended to present students with an overview of the formation and operation of healthcare facilities with an emphasis on planning, implementing and managing. This course emphasizes the relationship and impact of theories, policies, strategies and styles of management within a healthcare organization. Students will focus on the integration of facilities and departments within the organization observing, monitoring and evaluating outcomes and customer satisfaction. --- # MGMT 486 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours A study of more advanced topics in management not normally provided as part of the curriculum. --- # MGMT 492 — Business Policy 3 credits · 3 hours Emphasizes the functions and responsibilities of general management of business enterprises and the problems which affect the character and success of the total enterprise. Devoted to internal policy making, given constraints from the external environment. Extensive use is made of case studies from business. This is a capstone course for seniors. --- # MGMT 494 — Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours An approved project in an area of management of particular interest to the student with responsibility for formulation and oral defense of the required work under the guidance of a faculty member. --- # MGMT 495 — Senior Examination 0 credits · 0 hours A comprehensive examination covering the Management major. --- # MGMT 499 — Management Internship 1 credits · 1 hours The opportunity to pursue an internship is designed to supplement course materials with actual related work experience. Students are expected to integrate disciplinary knowledge into a real world setting. The student will submit weekly reports on work assignments as well as a report at the conclusion of the internship. The number of credits allowed will depend on the magnitude of the internship. --- # MGMT 520 — Business Analytics & Technology 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on the analytical methods and technological tools used in the optimization of business, with an emphasis on supply chain. Topics include data analysis, forecasting, inventory management, and the use of software like ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and Supply Chain Management systems. The course will also cover emerging technologies like block chain, artificial intelligence, and IoT (Internet of Things) in business contexts.The curriculum emphasizes hands on learning to prepare students to apply analytics and technology in solving business challenges and making data driv… --- # MGMT 525 — Supply Chain Management 3 credits · 3 hours Students will learn how supply chain design, planning, and operations are strategically important to the success of every firm. Organizations that excel in these areas maintain a competitive advantage over their competitors. Students will study the strategic role of supply chains as well as the key strategic drivers of supply chain performance. In addition, students will be able to apply analytic methodologies for supply chain analysis. --- # MGMT 532 — Project Management 3 credits · 3 hours A study of project planning and control including time, budget, materials, and personnel. Coursework will include Gantt charts and PERT/CPM methods, use of project management software, planning, and preliminary analysis of an actual project, and examination of critical chain issues. Simulations may be used when appropriate. --- # MGMT 535 — Quality Management 3 credits · 3 hours The objective of this course is for the student to learn how quality systems, both from the design and implementation perspectives, are strategically important to the success of any firm. Organizations that employ quality methodology within all organizational levels maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace. Students will study the strategic role of quality, the key strategic drivers of quality, and will be able to apply analytic methodologies for quality improvement. --- # MGMT 550 — Diversity Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course will help students develop an awareness of, and sensitivity to, the needs and conditions of diverse groups; theoretical and conceptual knowledge about diverse groups; and specific skills in interacting with people from various diverse groups. The class will approach discussions regarding diversity from the underlying issues surrounding privilege. Students will learn how invisible privilege impacts all aspects of life; this concept will be addressed from the perspective of primary and secondary characteristics of demographic diversity. --- # MGMT 551 — Training and Development 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to give students an in-depth exploration of training and its connection to employee development. The primary focus will include best practices and practical application strategies within the field. Content areas include an introduction to employee training and development and using strategic training; designing training through using a needs assessment, learning and transfer or training, program design, and training evaluation; training development methods including traditional training methods, technology-based training methods, and employee development and career man… --- # MGMT 552 — Staffing Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course will focus on the various aspects surrounding human resource staffing and recruiting. Specific topics will include: recruiting processes, interviewing techniques, legal issues surrounding recruiting and staffing, forecasting and job analysis techniques. --- # MGMT 553 — Compensation and Benefits 3 credits · 3 hours This course will focus on the various aspects surrounding the compensation and benefits field within human resource management. Specific topics will include: terminology, development and implementation of wage and salary surveys, pay audits, job evaluation techniques, legal issues, the connection between pay and performance, the rationale behind various benefit policies, and various types of benefit programs. --- # MGMT 554 — Labor Relations 3 credits · 3 hours Upon completion of the course, students will have a working understanding of:1. The evolution of unions in the United States.2. How unions influence organizational strategic direction.3. The advantages and disadvantages of unionization for organizations.4. How the external environment influences both labor and management.5. Legal aspects relative to labor-management relations.6. The phases involved in developing a relationship between labor and management.7. How labor agreements are developed and administered. --- # MGMT 555 — Human Resource Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to give students an in-depth explanation of the basic functions regarding the field of human resource management. The primary focus will include best practices and practical application strategies within the field. Content areas include strategic planning, diversity, state and federal laws and regulations, recruitment and selection, employee relations, compensation and benefits, job analysis and evaluation, performance management, training and organization development, career planning, risk management, and union relations. The course will encompass the use of current e… --- # MGMT 556 — Organization Behavior and Theory 3 credits · 3 hours The focus will be on human behavior in organizations. Throughout this course, students will develop and apply concepts and theories of organizational behavior in business organizations. A micro to macro approach will be used to progressively study behavior from the individual, group, and organizational levels. The goal of the course is to discover ways to understand and improve behavior at each level, and thereby increase the efficiency of the organization. --- # MGMT 557 — Interpersonal and Managerial Skills in Organizations 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to increase students self-awareness and how it relates to interpersonal and managerial effectiveness. This course improves advanced managerial skills such as goal-setting, time management, running effective meetings, team facilitation, feedback, networking, creative problem solving, coaching, mentoring, and empowerment. It includes current research on optimism, resilience, self-efficacy, work and emotions, cooperation vs. competition, and work design. --- # MGMT 558 — Project Management: Agile and Hybrid 3 credits · 3 hours This course explores Agile and hybrid project management methodologies, emphasizing iterative approaches, collaboration, and adaptability. Students will learn to manage Agile projects while integrating predictive techniques and leveraging AI tools to optimize workflows, analyze risks, and enhance team communication. --- # MGMT 559 — Project Management: Advanced Integration and Capstone 3 credits · 3 hours This capstone course integrates knowledge from prior coursework, emphasizing the application of PMI standards across all knowledge areas. Students will complete a comprehensive project, leveraging AI tools for scheduling, risk analysis, quality management, and stakeholder communication. This course will assist in preparing students to take the PMI CAPM certification examination. --- # MGMT 560 — Leadership and Team Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course gives students an in-depth exploration of leadership and its connection to team management strategies. The primary focus will include best practices and practical application strategies within the field. Content areas include traits, motives, and characteristics of leadership, leadership behaviors, attitudes and style, using creativity and innovation in leadership, power and political influences on leadership, leadership ethics and social responsibility, charismatic, transformational, contingency and situational leadership styles, influence tactics of leaders, developing teamwork,… --- # MGMT 564 — Labor Relations 3 credits · 3 hours Upon completion of the course, students will have a working understanding of:1. The evolution of unions in the United States.2. How unions influence organizational strategic direction.3. The advantages and disadvantages of unionization for organizations.4. How the external environment influences both labor and management.5. Legal aspects relative to labor-management relations.6. The phases involved in developing a relationship between labor and management.7. How labor agreements are developed and administered. --- # MGMT 570 — Long Term Care Administration 3 credits · 3 hours This course will provide students with information regarding fundamental management principles and special concerns and problems dealing with gerontology and long-term care settings at home and in a variety of institutions. This course will focus on Federal and State regulations, 3rd party reimbursement regulations, health and safety codes, residents rights and the regulatory survey process. The students will learn tools to assess residents quality of care and quality of life. Students will review issues relating to ethics, guardianship and conservatorship, liability, negligence and malpracti… --- # MGMT 571 — Managed Care 3 credits · 3 hours This course will provide students with an understanding of the origins, organizations and operations of manage care programs. Students will examine the complexities of the provider-consumer-payer arrangements in a changing and expanding managed care environment. They will review structures, practice models, role of clinicians, capitation and the health service payment systems. --- # MGMT 572 — US Services, Programs, Issues & Trends in Healthcare 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an orientation to various analytical and substantive components that are fundamental to becoming familiar with services, programs, issues and trends in Healthcare. Specifically, students will gain an awareness of the complexities of health issues, the historical evolution of issues and themes, and the nature of how different interests and actors interact. Students will learn commonly used frameworks for policy analysis and then apply them to a range of prominent, contemporary health care issues and trends. --- # MGMT 575 — Healthcare Administration 3 credits · 3 hours This course is intended to present students with an overview of the formation and operation of healthcare facilities with an emphasis on planning, implementing and managing. This course emphasizes the relationship and impact of theories, policies, strategies and styles of management within a healthcare organization. Students will focus on the integration of facilities and departments within the organization observing, monitoring and evaluating outcomes and customer satisfaction. --- # MGMT 695 — Senior Examination 0 credits · 0 hours A major field test covering topics relevant to the MBA core curriculum --- # MKTG 301 — Principles of Marketing 3 credits · 3 hours This course will explore why marketing is the foundation for all successful businesses. Students will gain an understanding as to why businesses that do not effectively implement marketing principles will fail, even when possessing a superior product in the marketplace. Effective product development, promotional activities, distribution and pricing will be evaluated to discover the key elements needed for successful business operations. --- # MKTG 309 — Experiential Learning Opportunities 1 credits · 1 hours The experiential learning opportunities course will provide students with the chance to engage in a professional organization related to their field of study. Through active participation in organizational meetings, events, and initiatives, students will develop industry-specific competencies, enhance their professional networking skills, and gain real-world insights that extend beyond the classroom. --- # MKTG 310 — Marketing Distribution Management 3 credits · 3 hours Market structures, transportation networks, warehousing, communication, and selection of distribution channels. --- # MKTG 321 — Retail Management 3 credits · 3 hours The elements necessary for a successful retail operation will be evaluated and analyzed. Store location and layout, merchandise selection, purchasing procedures, inventory control, budget planning, pricing and promotion will be examined in relation to the selected target market for the retail operation. Actual case studies will be explored for greater student understanding. --- # MKTG 331 — Principles of Selling 3 credits · 3 hours This course emphasizes professionalism in sales, as well as developing an adaptive sales approach for any type of selling. Topics include locating, identifying, and qualifying prospects; obtaining appointments and selling by phone; demonstrating products and services; handling objections and closing the sale; selling after the close; the ethics of sales; and the legal environment of selling. --- # MKTG 351 — Introduction to Digital Marketing 3 credits · 3 hours The Internet has generated a new and vital distribution channel for marketers that is highly competitive, dynamic and requires specific skills in order to be an effective tool for todays practicing marketer. This course develops a comprehensive understanding of the requirements necessary for successfully incorporating the Internet into an integrated corporate marketing program. --- # MKTG 381 — Advertising Management 3 credits · 3 hours This key segment of the promotional element within marketing is analyzed from the perspective of the corporate marketing function. Costs in comparison to impact for various media choices in reaching various target markets is examined. A method of evaluating advertising campaigns recommended by advertising agencies is explored by learning the strengths and limitations of each medium typically used in the discipline. Students will develop this understanding by creating an advertising campaign through a team effort. --- # MKTG 411 — Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) 3 credits · 3 hours Todays promotional mix offers a multitude of media choices along with varied approaches to influence a target market for a given product or service. IMC is the most current approach to evaluating the relationship between personal selling, advertising, public relations and promotion and determining the distribution of resources among these elements of the promotional mix. The various forms of available media are also evaluated within the context of these various disciplines. --- # MKTG 421 — Business-to-Business Marketing 3 credits · 3 hours The marketing process between business organizations is much more extensive than consumer marketing in terms of transaction size and complexity. The high concentration of business-to-business firms in specific geographic areas is analyzed and the specialized marketing tools required to reach them are evaluated. The unique operating characteristics of the business marketing process is detailed, providing students with a broad understanding necessary to be productive in this lucrative segment of the marketing profession. --- # MKTG 431 — Sales Management 3 credits · 3 hours Motivational principles are analyzed and developed to provide fundamental principles of the management role in the selling environment. Since a sales manager typically does not see his or her subordinates on a regular basis, motivation is a key factor in helping the manager to achieve the corporate objectives being pursued. Territorial assignment and management principles are also developed. --- # MKTG 441 — Marketing Research 3 credits · 3 hours In order to determine preferences for various consumer products and services, a sampling of consumers within the target market must be questioned and their viewpoints extended to the target market as a whole. To do this effectively requires adherence to research principles so that the sample gathered actually represents the views of the marketplace as a whole. Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to define the research question, design an effective questionnaire, use correct sampling techniques, code the responses, analyze the data and properly report the findi… --- # MKTG 442 — Creativity and Innovation 3 credits · 3 hours In todays rapidly changing market conditions is important for managers to learn how to integrate creativity and innovation management in their decision-making processes. In this course, students will learn how to stimulate and develop the creative potential of the members of the organization in order to contribute to better performance and results. The course will use innovative teaching strategies with the objective of fostering the creative process among students. As part of the course, students will work a team project where they will look for innovative solutions for problems within our c… --- # MKTG 450 — Digital Marketing Strategy 3 credits · 3 hours This course will provide students with a strategic view of digital marketing and its challenges and opportunities, with a tactical approach using exercises and projects to learn and use digital marketers growth hacking tools and techniques. The course will develop a strategic framework for planning and analyzing digital marketing strategies from the web to mobile, email to apps, social media, and user-generated content. The course will cover the range of digital advertising and marketing channels and touch upon new and emerging media and developments. Discussion will focus on strategies and m… --- # MKTG 452 — Social Media Marketing 3 credits · 3 hours This course is intended to help students understand consumers social interactions while examining the various social media channels available to marketers, learning how to build social marketing strategies, and practicing how to track their effectiveness. Also since social media is heavily technology-driven some of the relevant aspects in digital marketing will be covered more broadly. This includes emerging topics in electronic commerce and mobile marketing. Further the course is designed to help the student understand how marketing has (and has not) changed due to the rise of social media a… --- # MKTG 453 — Digital Marketing Analytics 3 credits · 3 hours is foundational to digital marketing because it is the language used to optimize and connect results across all digital marketing tactics (search, social media, email, display, video, etc.). An effective digital marketing analyst is a vital data translator for a business. You can be a digital marketing analyst and establish yourself as an indispensable employee. Becoming an analyst requires the cultivation of both technical and soft skills. These skills are taught through this course. --- # MKTG 454 — Content Marketing 3 credits · 3 hours is a strategic approach that involves the sharing and creating of online material such as blogs, social media posts, videos and so on. The content delivered through social media, when used by companies has a clear direction to focus on the defined target audience. It is intended to stimulate interest, attract and retain customers while ultimately contributing to the organizations vision, mission and profitability. --- # MKTG 455 — Mobile Marketing 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers how mobile marketing is defining business today, including strategy, tracking ROI, advertising, applications and mobile websites. From text messaging to QR codes, consumer interactions with mobile devices, and the laws and ethics of mobile marketing are explored in this course. --- # MKTG 456 — Search Engine Optimization 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines the strategic use of search engine optimization in marketing to build profitable customer relationships. Topics in the course will include consumer search behavior, search engines and algorithms, website user experience, on- and off-page SEO, and strategies for conducting SEO campaigns for traditional and niche search engines. The course is designed to teach the fundamentals of SEO and provide practice with analysis and skills associated with doing SEO for a business or organization. --- # MKTG 461 — Entrepreneurial Marketing 3 credits · 3 hours The pursuit of individual ideas for successful business ventures has been flourishing during the past years in this country. Entrepreneurs and established firms launching new products/services are facing a complex and competitive environment. This course will give potential entrepreneurs the necessary skills to face this uncertain environment. New business models along with new marketing strategies will be explored assuming an entrepreneurial setting. Students will be exposed to the unique challenges of marketing in a start-up organization. The basic marketing principles will be applied to di… --- # MKTG 471 — International Marketing 3 credits · 3 hours The global economy that exists today requires a comprehension of the unique marketing qualities that confront an organization attempting to expand the influence of a product or service beyond this nations boundaries. You will learn the special issues and considerations that must be considered when marketing to other countries including the unique cultural qualities that must be considered when developing marketing campaigns. --- # MKTG 481 — Negotiation Strategies and Tactics 3 credits · 3 hours The course aims at developing the necessary skills for successful negotiations, such as communication, interpersonal relations, and critical thinking. The course will focus on the complex three-stage negotiation process: preparation, negotiating, and post-negotiation implementation and evaluation. The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical experience through hands-on learning. The students will be engaged in role-playing exercises, simulations, and group discussions. --- # MKTG 486 — Special Topics Marketing 1 credits · 1 hours Customized course of instruction with content approved by the Marketing advisor and course instructor. --- # MKTG 487 — Marketing Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours Customized set of activities designed by the student and instructor to enhance areas of marketing understanding. --- # MKTG 490 — Consumer Behavior 3 credits · 3 hours The nature of marketing to consumers makes it virtually impossible to determine individual purchasing preferences so the market must be analyzed based on general characteristics of the target market for a product or service. This course studies the behavioral characteristics of various consumer groups to better equip students with skills necessary to plan consumer-marketing strategies based on behavior patterns. --- # MKTG 491 — Strategic Marketing Management 3 credits · 3 hours This marketing capstone course will permit students to effectively use the marketing knowledge and skills developed during their entire course of study and apply that knowledge effectively while playing a simulation in a team environment. The course will briefly review marketing fundamentals at the onset to better prepare students for making effective and efficient decisions on the simulation. --- # MKTG 494 — Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours Arranged Independent Study in Marketing --- # MKTG 495 — Senior Examination 0 credits · 0 hours The Senior Examination will be administered to all graduating Marketing seniors in order to graduate. The Senior Examination assesses the students knowledge of the business core. The exam can be retaken. The student must be a senior and in the final semester at SMSU. --- # MKTG 499 — Internship in Marketing 1 credits · 1 hours The opportunity to pursue an internship is design to supplement course materials with actual related work experience. The student will submit weekly reports on work assignments as well as a report at the conclusion of the internship. The number of credits allowed will depend on the magnitude of the internship. --- # MKTG 511 — Integrated Marketing Communications 3 credits · 3 hours Historically, promotional forms have been separated between personal selling and the remaining elements of advertising, public relations and sales promotion. In recent years, most firms have experienced significant cost savings by combining all four elements to maximize the return on the invested promotional dollars. The linkage of the sales function with promotional activities enhances the effectiveness of the salesperson while creating a common linkage with all other marketing functions within the firm. This course will offer the greatest level of detail in allocating both time and resource… --- # MKTG 521 — Business to Business Marketing 3 credits · 3 hours The marketing process between business organizations is much more extensive than consumer marketing in terms of transaction size and complexity. The high concentration of business-to-business firms in specific geographic areas is analyzed and the specialized marketing tools required to reach them are evaluated. The unique operating characteristics of the business marketing process is detailed, providing students with a broad understanding necessary to be productive in this lucrative segment of the marketing profession. --- # MKTG 531 — Sales Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to help students learn sales management concepts and how to apply them to solve business problems. --- # MKTG 541 — Marketing Research 3 credits · 3 hours The marketing concept has always focused on meeting the customers needs. Those needs, in order to be properly fulfilled, must be predicted on an unbiased understanding of the consumers attitudes and perceptions. To develop that unbiased method of sampling the target population in a manner that will be reassuring as being valid, correct research principles must be implemented. This course will offer actual hands-on experience in developing an understanding of research principles. Specific organizations will be targeted and research projects will be completed in their behalf as part of the cour… --- # MKTG 553 — Digital Marketing Analytics 3 credits · 3 hours is foundational to digital marketing because it is the language used to optimize and connect results across all digital marketing tactics (search, social media, email, display, video, etc). An effective digital marketing analyst is a vital data translator for a business. This course prepares the student to be a digital marketing analyst. Becoming an analyst requires the cultivation of both technical and soft skills. These skills are taught through this course. --- # MKTG 554 — Content Marketing 3 credits · 3 hours is a strategic approach that involves the sharing and creating of online material such as blogs, social media posts, videos and so on. The content delivered through social media, when used by companies has a clear direction to focus on the defined target audience. It is intended to stimulate interest, attract and retain customers while ultimately contributing to the organizations vision, mission and profitability. --- # MKTG 555 — Mobile Marketing 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers how mobile marketing is defining business today, including strategy, tracking ROI, advertising, applications and mobile websites. From text messaging to QR codes, consumer interactions with mobile devices, and the laws and ethics of mobile marketing are explored in this course. --- # MKTG 561 — Entrepreneurial Marketing 3 credits · 3 hours The pursuit of individual ideas for successful business ventures has been flourishing during the past years in this country. Entrepreneurs and established firms launching new products/services are facing a complex and competitive environment. This course will give potential entrepreneurs the necessary skills to face this uncertain environment. New business models along with new marketing strategies will be explored assuming an entrepreneurial setting. Students will be exposed to the unique challenges of marketing in a start-up organization. The basic marketing principles will be applied to di… --- # MKTG 571 — International Marketing 3 credits · 3 hours requires a different set of marketing skills than those practiced by domestic marketers. Culture, business approaches, language barriers are all issues that must be considered for successful marketing campaigns executed outside the USA. --- # MKTG 590 — Consumer Behavior 3 credits · 3 hours The nature of marketing to consumers makes it virtually impossible to determine individual purchasing preferences so the market must be analyzed based on general characteristics of the target market for a product or service. This course studies the behavioral characteristics of various consumer groups to better equip students with skills necessary to plan consumer-marketing strategies based on behavior patterns. --- # MUS 100 — Introduction to Music 3 credits · 3 hours Deals in a historical and cultural context with Western music, helping the student become an intelligent and perceptive listener to the various modes of musical expression of the past and present. --- # MUS 101 — Survey of World Music 3 credits · 3 hours This course explores the music of the worlds people. Emphasis is on non-Western traditions. American musical cultures will be explored through Native and African American traditions. Students will examine the various sounds, patterns, and structures of music from around the globe. World cultures will be explored in terms of belief systems about the significance of music, contexts for using music, activities involving music, and the aesthetics of music. Students will experience various repertoires, styles, and genres of music and consider the effects of the media on globalization of music cult… --- # MUS 102 — American Music 3 credits · 3 hours The study of the history of American classical and vernacular music, starting from pure rural strains of diverse cultural groups, and then mixing and branching out in new directions, developing into complex urban forms. It will include: folk, country and western, blues, gospel, barber shop, jazz, rock, musical theater, band, classical, and other American traditions. --- # MUS 104 — Popular Music 3 credits · 3 hours This course allows students to explore the history, development, and cultural influence of popular music, musicians, and the music industry. Particular emphasis is placed on: the relationship between popular music of the past 90 years and the cultures from which it came including the social, economic, and political forces that have influenced it; the evolution and roots of American popular music; and the study of music, musicians, and the popular styles of the past 90 years and those of greatest interest to the individual student. --- # MUS 110 — Public Performance Studies 0 credits · 0 hours Students will learn the art of public musical performance and develop their knowledge of various musical genres, styles, and repertoire. Students will discuss issues in musical performance and attend lectures by experienced performers/educators. --- # MUS 111 — Applied Trumpet, Non-Major 2 credits · 2 hours Private trumpet instruction. For non-music majors and minors as well as for majors and minors studying a secondary performance area. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 112 — Applied Horn, Non-Major 2 credits · 2 hours Private horn instruction. For non-music majors and minors as well as for majors and minors studying a secondary performance area. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 113 — Applied Trombone, Non-Major 2 credits · 2 hours Private trombone instruction. For non-music majors and minors as well as for majors and minors studying a secondary performance area. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 114 — Applied Euphonium, Non-Major 2 credits · 2 hours Private euphonium instruction. For non-music majors and minors as well as for majors and minors studying a secondary performance area. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 115 — Applied Tuba, Non-Major 2 credits · 2 hours Private tuba instruction. For non-music majors and minors as well as for majors and minors studying a secondary performance area. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 121 — Applied Flute, Non-Major 2 credits · 2 hours Private Flute instruction. For non-music majors and minors as well as for majors and minors studying a secondary performance area. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health --- # MUS 122 — Applied Oboe, Non-Major 2 credits · 2 hours Private oboe instruction. For non-music majors and minors as well as for majors and minors studying a secondary performance area. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 123 — Applied Clarinet, Non-Major 2 credits · 2 hours Private clarinet instruction. For non-music majors and minors as well as for majors and minors studying a secondary performance area. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 124 — Applied Bassoon, Non-Major 2 credits · 2 hours Private bassoon instruction. For non-music majors and minors as well as for majors and minors studying a secondary performance area. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 125 — Applied Saxophone, Non-Major 2 credits · 2 hours : Private saxophone instruction. For non-music majors and minors as well as for majors and minors studying a secondary performance area. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 131 — Applied Percussion, Non-Major 2 credits · 2 hours Private percussion instruction. For non-music majors and minors as well as for majors and minors studying a secondary performance area. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 140 — Guitar Proficiency Class 1 credits · 1 hours Study basic guitar techniques and develop skills that will satisfy the requirement for teacher certification in the public schools. To provide a recreational subject for the general student body. --- # MUS 141 — Applied Violin, Non-Major 2 credits · 2 hours Private violin instruction. For non-music majors and minors as well as for majors and minors studying a secondary performance area. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 142 — Applied Viola, Non-Major 2 credits · 2 hours Private viola instruction. For non-music majors and minors as well as for majors and minors studying a secondary performance area. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 143 — Applied Cello, Non-Major 2 credits · 2 hours Private cello instruction. For non-music majors and minors as well as for majors and minors studying a secondary performance area. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 144 — Applied Bass, Non-Major 2 credits · 2 hours Private bass instruction. For non-music majors and minors as well as for majors and minors studying a secondary performance area. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health --- # MUS 149 — Applied Guitar, Non-Major 2 credits · 2 hours Private guitar instruction. For non-music majors and minors as well as for majors and minors studying a secondary performance area. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 151 — Applied Voice, Non-Major 2 credits · 2 hours Private voice instruction. For non-music majors and minors as well as for majors and minors studying a secondary performance area. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 160 — Piano Competency, Minor Level 0 credits · 0 hours To set minimum standards of piano competency for students earning the minor in music or the BA in Music Degree with Emphases in Music in the Liberal Arts or Management. --- # MUS 161 — Applied Piano, Non-Major 2 credits · 2 hours Private piano instruction. For non-music majors and minors as well as for majors and minors studying a secondary performance area. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 162 — Applied Organ, Non-Major 2 credits · 2 hours Private organ instruction. For non-music majors and minors as well as for majors and minors studying a secondary performance area. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 163 — Applied Harpsichord, Non-Major 2 credits · 2 hours Private Harpsichord instruction. For non-music majors and minors as well as for majors and minors studying a secondary performance area. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 165 — Applied Harp, Non-Major 2 credits · 2 hours Private harp instruction. For non-music majors and minors as well as for majors and minors studying a secondary performance area. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 170 — Foundations of Aural Theory 2 credits · 2 hours The development of exceptional aural skills is essential for all music majors. Skills such as melodic and harmonic dictation, error detection, and sight singing along with written theory skills developed in other theory courses create a strong foundation for individuals seeking careers in any musical field. This course serves as a corequisite to MUS 172 , Music Theory I and must be taken in the same semester --- # MUS 172 — Music Theory I 3 credits · 3 hours A careful study of the common practice of composers from the late 17th century through the 20th century. This knowledge is indispensable to all musicians, whether they are performers, conductors, composers, or teachers of music. This course serves as a co-requisite to MUS 170 , Foundations of Aural Theory, and must be taken in the same semester. --- # MUS 172L — Music Theory I Lab 1 credits · 1 hours Musicianship training in keyboard, sight singing, and ear training. 171 to be taken concurrently with 172. --- # MUS 173 — Class Piano I 2 credits · 2 hours Group instruction in piano specifically designed for those students with little previous background. Enrollment is limited with preference given to music majors and minors completing piano requirements. --- # MUS 174 — Music Theory II 2 credits · 2 hours A careful study of the common practice of composers from the late 17th century through the 19th century. This knowledge is indispensable to all musicians, whether they are performers, conductors, composers, or teachers of music. --- # MUS 174L — Music Theory Lab II 1 credits · 1 hours Musicianship training in keyboard, sight singing, and ear training. To be taken concurrently with MUS 174 . --- # MUS 175 — Class Piano II 2 credits · 2 hours Group instruction in piano specifically designed for those students with little previous background. Enrollment is limited with preference given to music majors and minors completing piano requirements. --- # MUS 186 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours The Special Topics course is designed for one-time offerings of content in the form of classes or workshops. Special topics must be approved by the faculty association through the curriculum process. Credits are determined based on the amount of meeting/work time for students. --- # MUS 211 — Applied Trumpet, Lower Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private trumpet instruction at the freshman and sophomore level. For music majors and minors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 212 — Applied Horn, Lower Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private horn instruction at the freshman and sophomore level. For music majors and minors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 213 — Applied Trombone, Lower Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private trombone instruction at the freshman and sophomore level. For music majors and minors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 214 — Applied Euphonium, Lower Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private euphonium instruction at the freshman and sophomore level. For music majors and minors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health --- # MUS 215 — Applied Tuba, Lower Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private tuba instruction at the freshman and sophomore level. For music majors and minors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 221 — Applied Flute, Lower Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private flute instruction at the freshman and sophomore level. For music majors and minors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health --- # MUS 222 — Applied Oboe, Lower Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private oboe instruction at the freshman and sophomore level. For music majors and minors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 223 — Applied Clarinet, Lower Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private clarinet instruction at the freshman and sophomore level. For music majors and minors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health --- # MUS 224 — Applied Bassoon, Lower Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private bassoon instruction at the freshman and sophomore level. For music majors and minors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 225 — Applied Saxophone, Lower Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private saxophone instruction at the freshman and sophomore level. For music majors and minors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health --- # MUS 231 — Applied Percussion, Lower Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private percussion instruction at the freshman and sophomore level. For music majors and minors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 241 — Applied Violin, Lower Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private violin instruction at the freshman and sophomore level. For music majors and minors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health --- # MUS 242 — Applied Viola, Lower Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private viola instruction at the freshman and sophomore level. For music majors and minors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 243 — Applied Cello, Lower Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private cello instruction at the freshman and sophomore level. For music majors and minors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 244 — Applied Bass, Lower Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private bass instruction at the freshman and sophomore level. For music majors and minors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 249 — Applied Guitar, Lower Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private guitar instruction at the freshman and sophomore level. For music majors and minors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 251 — Applied Voice, Lower Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private voice instruction at the freshman and sophomore level. For music majors and minors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 260 — Piano Competency, Major Level 0 credits · 0 hours To set minimum standards of piano competency for students earning the BA in Music with an emphasis in Instrumental Performance, Vocal Performance, Piano Performance and Pedagogy, or Theory/Composition, or the BS in Music Education-­Instrumental or Vocal. --- # MUS 261 — Applied Piano, Lower Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private piano instruction at the freshman and sophomore level. For music majors and minors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 262 — Applied Organ, Lower Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private organ instruction at the freshman and sophomore level. For music majors and minors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 263 — Applied Harpsichord, Lower Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private harpsichord instruction at the freshman and sophomore level. For music majors and minors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 265 — Applied Harp, Lower Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private harp instruction at the freshman and sophomore level. For music majors and minors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health --- # MUS 272 — Music Theory III 2 credits · 2 hours A careful study of the common practice of composers from the late 17th century through the 20th century. This knowledge is indispensable to all musicians, whether they are performers, conductors, composers, or teachers of music. --- # MUS 272L — Music Theory Lab III 1 credits · 1 hours Musicianship training in keyboard, sight singing, and ear training. To be taken concurrently with MUS 272 . --- # MUS 273 — Class Piano III 2 credits · 2 hours Group instruction in piano specifically designed for those students with little previous background. Enrollment is limited with preference given to music majors and minors completing piano requirements. --- # MUS 274 — Chromatic, Post-Tonal, & 20th Century Theory 2 credits · 2 hours The detailed study of compositional devises, formal structures, and theoretical constructs used by composers of the 20th Century. Emphasis is placed on recognizing a variety of techniques used in actual compositions and recognition of the unique musical sounds created through these procedures. --- # MUS 274L — Chromatic, Post-Tonal, & 20th Century Theory Lab 1 credits · 1 hours The detailed study of compositional devises, formal structures, and theoretical constructs used by composers of the 20th Century. Emphasis is placed on recognizing a variety of techniques used in actual compositions and recognition of the unique musical sounds created through these procedures. To be taken concurrently with MUS 274 . --- # MUS 275 — Class Piano IV 2 credits · 2 hours Group instruction in piano specifically designed for those students with little previous background. Enrollment is limited with preference given to music majors and minors completing piano requirements --- # MUS 286 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours A study of more advanced topics in music not normally provided as part of the curriculum. --- # MUS 300 — Junior Proficiency Exam, Vocal 0 credits · 0 hours The purpose of the Junior Proficiency Exam is to ensure an appropriate level of performance proficiency and content knowledge for the primary performance area of all music majors. Music students with a primary applied area of voice are expected to complete MUS 300 during their third or fourth semester of lower division applied study. Students will have no more than three opportunities to pass their Junior Proficiency. Students must continue to take applied lessons until the Junior Proficiency has been passed. All students must be enrolled in the appropriate lower division applied lesson cours… --- # MUS 301 — Junior Proficiency Exam, Instrumental 0 credits · 0 hours The purpose of the Junior Proficiency Exam is to ensure an appropriate level of performance proficiency and content knowledge for the primary performance area of all music majors. Students with an applied area of a woodwind, brass, string, or percussion instrument are expected to complete MUS 301 during their third or fourth semester of lower division applied study. Students will have no more than three opportunities to pass their Junior Proficiency. Students must continue to take applied lessons until the Junior Proficiency has been passed. All students must be enrolled in the appropriate lo… --- # MUS 302 — Junior Proficiency Exam, Composition 0 credits · 0 hours The purpose of the Junior Proficiency Exam is to ensure an appropriate level of performance proficiency and content knowledge for the primary performance area of all music majors. Composition majors are expected to have completed at least two semesters of Applied Composition and/or Applied Counterpoint prior to taking MUS 302 . Students will have no more than three opportunities to pass their Junior Proficiency. Students must continue to take applied lessons until the Junior Proficiency has been passed. All students must be enrolled in the appropriate applied composition or counterpoint lesso… Prerequisites: MUS 498 --- # MUS 303 — Junior Proficiency Exam, Keyboard 0 credits · 0 hours The purpose of the Junior Proficiency Exam is to ensure an appropriate level of performance proficiency and content knowledge for the primary performance area of all music majors. Music students with a keyboard instrument as their primary applied area re expected to complete MUS 303 during their third or fourth semester of applied study. Students will have no more than three opportunities to pass their Junior Proficiency. Students must continue to take applied lessons until the Junior Proficiency has been passed. All students must be enrolled in the appropriate lower division applied lesson c… --- # MUS 308 — Instrumental Methods 3 credits · 3 hours This course teaches basic performance skills on one instrument from each of the four instrument families (woodwinds, brass, strings, and percussion) and addresses pedagogical methods and materials used in teaching these instruments to students. This course includes performance assessments, material reviews, and teaching assignments designed to prepare educators and performers for the teaching field. --- # MUS 310 — Advanced Public Performance Studies 0 credits · 0 hours allows students to continue to develop their public musical performance skills while providing an avenue to further their understanding of musicians health concepts that relate to their intended careers and to focus their listening efforts on music that will further their preparation for those careers. --- # MUS 311 — Applied Trumpet, Upper Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private trumpet instruction at the junior and senior level. A continuation of MUS 211 . For music majors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 312 — Applied Horn, Upper Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private horn instruction at the junior and senior level. A continuation of MUS 212 . For music majors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 313 — Applied Trombone, Upper Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private trombone instruction at the junior and senior level. A continuation of MUS 213 . For music majors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 314 — Applied Euphonium, Upper Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private euphonium instruction at the junior and senior level. A continuation of MUS 214 . For music majors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 315 — Applied Tuba, Upper Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private tuba instruction at the junior and senior level. A continuation of MUS 215 . For music majors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 318 — Applied Brass Methods 2 credits · 2 hours The course is designed to survey pedagogical materials, history, methods of instruction, basic concepts of brass performance, and other relevant topics related to brass instruments. Students study trumpet, trombone, horn, euphonium, and tuba. --- # MUS 321 — Applied Flute, Upper Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private flute instruction at the junior and senior level. A continuation of MUS 221 . For music majors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 322 — Applied Oboe, Upper Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private oboe instruction at the junior and senior level. A continuation of MUS 222 . For music majors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 323 — Applied Clarinet, Upper Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private clarinet instruction at the junior and senior level. A continuation of MUS 223 . For music majors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 324 — Applied Bassoon, Upper Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private bassoon instruction at the junior and senior level. A continuation of MUS 224 . For music majors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 325 — Applied Saxophone, Upper Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private saxophone instruction at the junior and senior level. A continuation of MUS 225 . For music majors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 327 — Applied Improvisation 2 credits · 2 hours This course is a hands-on applied lesson in Jazz improvisation. Students will learn the basics of jazz improvisation through listening as well as performing on their instrument. Students will be introduced to various methods and technologies currently in use in jazz and jazz education. An outgrowth of this applied lesson can be performance of small group jazz in the SMSU Jazz Combo. --- # MUS 328 — Applied Woodwind Methods 2 credits · 2 hours This course is designed to survey pedagogical materials, history, methods of instruction, and basic concepts of woodwind instruments. Students study flute, oboe, bassoon, saxophone and clarinet. --- # MUS 330 — Applied Percussion Methods 2 credits · 2 hours This course is designed to study the pedagogical and performance techniques of orchestral and band percussion instruments, pedagogical materials, and other topics related to percussion instruments. --- # MUS 331 — Applied Percussion, Upper Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private percussion instruction at the junior and senior level. A continuation of MUS 231 . For music majors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 332 — Pep Band 0 credits · 0 hours This ensemble performs at all home basketball games and various tournament/post-season games. Membership is open to any University student. A scholarship is available for members of this group. --- # MUS 333 — Jazz Band 0 credits · 0 hours Students with an interest in performance of Big Band jazz are encouraged to participate in this ensemble. Various jazz styles will be studied, to include: swing, latin, ballad, jazz-rock, and blues. Membership is open, through audition, to any University student. Auditions are held during the first week of class each fall. --- # MUS 335 — Symphonic Chamber Winds 0 credits · 0 hours The Symphonic Chamber Winds is an auditioned ensemble consisting of 10 to 20 musicians (on woodwinds, brass, percussion, and occasional strings). The ensemble performs music of all historical periods and cultural origins written for chamber ensembles of 4 to 16 musicians. Music is assigned in a flexible format with one person per part and musicians performing independently on one or more instruments. --- # MUS 337 — Southwest Minnesota Orchestra 0 credits · 0 hours Open to all students, faculty, and other interested orchestral players. --- # MUS 339 — Concert Band 0 credits · 0 hours The Concert Band is a one night a week performance ensemble open to all SMSU students regardless of major as well as interested community members. Music selected will include pieces of varying styles and difficulty levels. --- # MUS 341 — Applied Violin, Upper Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private violin instruction at the junior and senior level. A continuation of MUS 241 . For music majors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 342 — Applied Viola, Upper Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private viola instruction at the junior and senior level. A continuation of MUS 242 . For music majors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health --- # MUS 343 — Applied Cello, Upper Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private cello instruction at the junior and senior level. A continuation of MUS 243 . For music majors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 344 — Applied Bass, Upper Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private bass instruction at the junior and senior level. A continuation of MUS 244 . For music majors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health --- # MUS 348 — Applied String Methods 2 credits · 2 hours This course is designed to survey pedagogical materials, history, methods of instruction, basic concepts of string performance, and other relevant topics related to string instruments. Students will study violin, viola, cello, and bass. --- # MUS 349 — Applied Guitar, Upper Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private guitar instruction at the junior and senior level. A continuation of MUS 249 . For music majors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health --- # MUS 351 — Applied Voice, Upper Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private voice instruction at the junior and senior level. A continuation of MUS 251 . For music majors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health --- # MUS 352 — Vocal Ensemble 0 credits · 0 hours The study and performance of choral literature for soprano and alto voices (Alta Voce) as well as for tenor and bass voices (SMSU Glee Club). Open to all students by audition. --- # MUS 355 — Chorale 0 credits · 0 hours Performance of choral literature of all periods, voices, and nationalities. Open to all students by audition. Concurrent enrollment in MUS 352 (Vocal Ensemble) required. --- # MUS 357 — Applied Opera Workshop 2 credits · 2 hours Open to a selected group of students for performance of operatic literature, study of scores, acting, actual presentation of literature. --- # MUS 361 — Applied Piano, Upper Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private piano instruction at the junior and senior level. A continuation of MUS 261 . For music majors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 362 — Applied Organ, Upper Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private organ instruction at the junior and senior level. A continuation of MUS 262 . For music majors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 363 — Applied Harpsichord, Upper Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private harpsichord instruction at the junior and senior level. A continuation of MUS 263 . For music majors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health. --- # MUS 365 — Applied Harp, Upper Division 2 credits · 2 hours Private harp instruction at the junior and senior level. A continuation of MUS 265 . For music majors. Emphasis on the development of technique and the exploration of appropriate literature, as well as background information necessary for crafting compelling performance and issues related to performers health --- # MUS 366 — Conducting 2 credits · 2 hours This course focuses on basic concepts in choral and instrumental conducting, including: score reading, score interpretation, comprehensive musicianship, rehearsal techniques, and gestural fluency. Students will critically analyze and interpret the musical examples studied and how to best communicate the musical intent to their ensembles in written, oral, and gestural forms. --- # MUS 370 — Form and Analysis 2 credits · 2 hours The detailed study of form and analysis brings together the various skills and techniques learned in previous study of music theory, performance, history, and other Liberal Education Program courses. These skills and techniques show the student how to study music from the inside out and facilitate a more sophisticated level of musical and critical thinking. --- # MUS 373 — Applied Counterpoint 2 credits · 2 hours Applied lessons in composing melodic structure and the combination of melodic line in two, three, and four voices in 16th or 18th century styles. --- # MUS 375 — Applied Composition 2 credits · 2 hours Individualized instruction in the art of composition. Students will compose short works for traditional instruments and/or voices while exploring techniques and materials of modern music. --- # MUS 377 — Orchestration & Choral Arranging 2 credits · 2 hours A study of ranges and capabilities of individual instruments of the orchestra, band and other instrumental ensembles. Advanced study of techniques in choral and instrumental arranging. --- # MUS 380 — Special Topic: Idea of Music 2 credits · 2 hours A course designed as an elective for non-music majors interested in acquiring the language of music and various ideas expressed throughout the history of music. --- # MUS 381 — Music History: Medieval through Baroque 3 credits · 3 hours Studies of musical development from early music through the music of the Baroque period. Emphasis is placed on music literature and understanding how the development of music related directly to social, cultural, and political forces. --- # MUS 382 — Music History: Classic-20th Century 3 credits · 3 hours A study of music from the classical period to the present. Emphasis is placed on music literature and understanding how the development/composition of music related directly to social, cultural, and political forces. --- # MUS 391 — Teaching Music in Elementary Schools 3 credits · 3 hours A study in methods and materials of music and techniques and principles of musical education in the elementary grades. Content includes a study of the fundamentals of music with applications for the elementary classroom. The course is designed for Elementary Education majors, non-music majors. --- # MUS 392 — Elementary School Music Methods and Materials 2 credits · 2 hours Methods, materials organization, and procedures for teaching general music classes and other related musical organizations in the school, grades K-6. For Music Majors. --- # MUS 393 — Secondary Ensemble & Classroom Methods 3 credits · 3 hours This course will look at methods for teaching classroom music in middle school and high school situations as well as commonly scheduled ensembles at these levels including choir, show choir, jazz choir, concert band, marching band, and jazz ensemble. Emphasis is placed on learning teaching strategies as well as area related skills associated with each ensemble. --- # MUS 396 — Junior Vocal Recital 0 credits · 0 hours On the recommendation of the applied instructor, a junior student with an applied emphasis in voice will be permitted to perform a full or half recital. A recital proposal must be presented to the music faculty for approval at the jury examination or at least ten weeks prior to the recital date. Concurrent enrollment in 300-level applied study is required. --- # MUS 397 — Junior Instrumental Recital 0 credits · 0 hours On the recommendation of the applied instructor, a junior student with an applied emphasis on a wind or percussion instrument will be permitted to perform a full or half recital. A recital proposal must be presented to the music faculty for approval at the jury examination or at least ten weeks prior to the recital date. Concurrent enrollment in 300-level applied study is required. --- # MUS 399 — Junior Keyboard Recital 0 credits · 0 hours On the recommendation of the applied instructor, a junior student will be permitted to perform a full or half recital. A recital proposal must be presented to the Music faculty for approval at the jury examination or at least ten weeks prior to the recital date. Concurrent enrollment in 300-level applied study is required. --- # MUS 408 — Advanced Instrumental Methods 3 credits · 3 hours This course builds on the skills learned in MUS 308 , Instrumental Methods. Students will learn basic performance skills on additional instruments from each of the four instrument families (woodwinds, brass, strings, and percussion) and examine more advanced pedagogical methods for teaching these instruments and materials used in teaching students at a more advanced level. This course includes performance assessments, material reviews, and teaching assignments designed to prepare educators and performers for the teaching field. --- # MUS 454 — Vocal Pedagogy 1 credits · 1 hours An examination of fundamental principles of vocal instruction including the structure and operation of the vocal mechanism, systematic building of vocal technique, diagnostic and corrective techniques, instructional strategies, and the adolescent changing voice. Course requires students to teach vocal instructions to others. --- # MUS 455 — Vocal Diction for Singers 2 credits · 2 hours Proper pronunciation, enunciation, articulation, and projection of English, Latin, Italian, German, French, and Spanish texts and to study the representative vocal music literature in each language. --- # MUS 456 — Choral and Vocal Literature 2 credits · 2 hours Historical overview of literature for choral ensembles and solo singers with emphasis on the performance styles and interpretive problems of the choral conductor and/or singer. --- # MUS 460 — Applied Piano Teaching Methods 2 credits · 2 hours Techniques, literature, and materials relating to first piano lessons for beginners through intermediate levels. Students will be encouraged to make full use of resources in the University Library. --- # MUS 462 — Piano Laboratory Methods 1 credits · 1 hours How to organize and maintain a piano laboratory studio, and the techniques, literature, and materials for teaching piano students in groups will be explored. --- # MUS 466 — Applied Piano Literature 2 credits · 2 hours The history and development of keyboard music will be explored. Stress will be placed upon becoming acquainted with the different styles of music literature and problems of interpretation and performance. --- # MUS 468 — Piano Pedagogy Workshop 2 credits · 2 hours For piano teachers, offered one week in the summer. Methods, techniques and performance. --- # MUS 470 — Topical Seminar 1 credits · 1 hours The Topical Seminar course is designed for one-time offerings of content in the form of classes or workshops. Special topics must be approved by the faculty association through the curriculum process. Credits are determined based on the amount of meeting/work time for students. --- # MUS 472 — Music Ensemble Touring 0 credits · 0 hours Travel with one or more of the SMSU Music Ensembles --- # MUS 476 — Applied Choral Conducting 2 credits · 2 hours builds on the skills introduced and developed in MUS 366 , Conducting including: physical conducting skills, score preparation, interpretation, and rehearsal techniques. --- # MUS 477 — Applied Instrumental Conducting 2 credits · 2 hours builds on the skills developed in MUS 366 including: physical conducting skills, score preparation, interpretation, and rehearsal techniques. --- # MUS 478 — Applied Conducting Workshop 2 credits · 2 hours Students will participate in the choral track, instrumental track, or the choral & instrumental track of the Minnesota Area Conducting Workshop; attend the peer review and discussion sessions of the workshop; and complete other assignments in preparation for and summary of the workshop. Preparatory and summary work will be assigned and completed electronically. --- # MUS 486 — Applied Band Literature 2 credits · 2 hours This course is an overview of literature for bands including: artistic and educational evaluation of music from all levels of difficulty; examination of resources available for the selection of literature; key composers and compositions of the standard repertoire; principles of programming for ensembles; and processes in the commissioning new works. --- # MUS 493 — Senior Dual Area Recital (Instrumental and Vocal) 0 credits · 0 hours A requirement for students who are pursuing both a B.S. in Instrumental Music Education and a B.S. in Vocal Music Education. A recital proposal must be presented to the music faculty for approval at least ten weeks prior to the recital date and a recital jury must be passed at least six weeks prior to the recital date. This course must be taken concurrently with MUS 351 and an appropriate 300-level applied instrumental lesson. --- # MUS 494 — Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours The purpose of Independent Study is to allow students time to research and complete major projects required for graduation. In this way, Independent Study may serve as a capstone course for some music degrees. Project proposals must be accepted by the students advisor prior to registering for Independent Study. --- # MUS 496 — Senior Vocal Recital 0 credits · 0 hours A requirement for B.S. students in Vocal Music Education and B.A. students in Vocal Performance. A recital proposal must be presented to the music faculty for approval and audition at least ten weeks prior to the recital date and a recital jury must be passed at least 6 weeks prior to the recital date. The student will be concurrently registered for both Senior Vocal Recital and MUS 351 . --- # MUS 497 — Senior Instrumental Recital 0 credits · 0 hours A requirement for B.S. students in Instrumental Music Education and B.A. students in Instrumental Performance (with an applied emphasis on a wind or percussion instrument). A recital proposal must be presented to the music faculty for approval at least ten weeks prior to the recital date and a recital jury must be passed at least 6 weeks prior to the recital date. This course must be taken concurrently with applied lessons on the primary instrument. --- # MUS 498 — Senior Composition Recital 0 credits · 0 hours A requirement for B.A. students majoring in composition. A recital proposal must be presented to the music faculty for approval and audition at least ten weeks prior to the recital date and a recital jury must be passed at least 6 weeks prior to the recital date. The student will be concurrently registered for applied lessons in composition and/or counterpoint. --- # MUS 499 — Senior Keyboard Recital 0 credits · 0 hours A requirement B.A. students in Instrumental Performance (with an applied emphasis on a keyboard instrument) or in Piano Performance and Pedagogy. A recital proposal must be presented to the music faculty for approval at least ten weeks prior to the recital date and a recital jury must be passed at least 6 weeks prior to the recital date. This course must be taken concurrently with applied lessons on the primary instrument. --- # MUS 511 — Trumpet 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 512 — Horn 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 513 — Trombone 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 514 — Euphonium 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 515 — Tuba 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 521 — Flute 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 522 — Oboe 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 523 — Clarinet 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 524 — Bassoon 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 525 — Saxophone 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 531 — Percussion 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 541 — Violin 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 542 — Viola 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 543 — Cello 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 544 — Bass 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 551 — GS:Applied Vocal Instruc 4 credits · 4 hours . --- # MUS 552 — GS:Admin of Instru Ensem 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 555 — GS:Vocal Diction & Lit 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 561 — Piano 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 562 — Organ 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 567 — GS:Adv Choral Conducting 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 568 — GS:Adv Instrumental Cond 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 572 — Music Ensemble Touring 0 credits · 0 hours Travel with one or more of the SMSU Music Ensembles --- # MUS 574 — Music Management & Public Relations 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to teach students the fundamentals of music management. In particular, this course aims to assist public school music instructors in organization and promotional activities. Students will receive a diverse educational environment including lecture, small group activities, field trips, guest lectures, and hands-on projects. For graduate credit, students will submit a final research project on an approved topic. This course will include, but is not limited to, the following topics: event planning, event and program promotion, program public relations, administrative duti… --- # MUS 578 — Applied Conducting Workshop 2 credits · 2 hours Students will participate in the choral track, instrumental track, or the choral & instrumental track of the Minnesota Area Conducting Workshop; attend the peer review and discussion sessions of the workshop; and complete other assignments in preparation for and summary of the workshop. Preparatory and summary work will be assigned and completed electronically. Prerequisite: Any college level conducting class. --- # MUS 585 — GS:Choral Technique &Lit 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 586 — GS:Band History & Lit 2 credits · 2 hours . --- # MUS 593 — Graduate Seminar:Foundations of Music Education & Curriculum 2 credits · 2 hours This course studies music teaching in the public schools and the historical, philosophical, sociological and psychological issues affecting how music is taught. There will be a block on music curriculum development. Reviews current research on music education. --- # MUS 610 — GS:Research in Music Ed 1 credits · 1 hours . --- # NURS 300 — Transitions to Baccalaureate Nursing 3 credits · 3 hours This course serves to assist the registered nurse in the transition to baccalaureate nursing practice. Growth as a BSN prepared nurse surfaces through the examination of topics surrounding professional nursing practice, Nursing Standards of Practice, ethical comportment, advocacy, evidence-based practice with statistical literacy, and nursing competencies. Prerequisites: Admission to the RN to BSN Program. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to remove students form the course who do not meet the course requirements and prerequisites. This is the first NURS course taken in the SMSU RN… --- # NURS 310 — Transcultural Nursing 3 credits · 3 hours This course builds on previously acquired nursing knowledge, skills, and attitudes to holistically assess and plan care for culturally diverse individuals, families, and groups. Students examine the use of Transcultural Nursing frameworks to guide the nursing process. Pre-requisite: Admission to the RN to BSN Program. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course requirements and prerequisites. --- # NURS 320 — Chronic Illness in Rural Settings 3 credits · 3 hours Students will explore factors that impact the individual, family, community, and health care systems in a rural setting. Chronic illness, end of life care, ethical issues, interdisciplinary collaboration, person centered care, as well as social determinants of health are explored. Pre-requisite: Admission to the RN to BSN Program required. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course requirements and prerequisites. This course must be successfully completed prior to taking NURS 434 . --- # NURS 360 — Pathophysiology 3 credits · 3 hours This course will explore patterns of illness and wellness in the individual. Concepts related to pathophysiology will be explored. Health promotion and disease prevention are highlighted. The impact of genomics, lifestyle, and social determinants of health are addressed. Content in this course builds upon previous knowledge of natural sciences. Pre-requisite: Admission to the RN to BSN Program required. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course requirements and prerequisites. --- # NURS 390 — Evidence-Based Practice 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to scientific inquiry in the discipline of nursing. Students study a basic foundation of the nursing research process. The overview includes the steps in the research process, research designs, research methodology, data collection, analysis, ethical conduct related to human research, lifelong learning, and evidence-based practice in nursing. The emphasis is placed on developing students as effective consumers of research. Pre-requisite: Admission to the RN to BSN Program. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to remove students from the course who do no… --- # NURS 400 — Prevention and Population Health 3 credits · 3 hours Students examine concepts, ethics, and theoretical frameworks of public health and population-based nursing care in this course. Students apply public health principles to health promotion, risk reduction, and disease prevention needs of persons, families, communities, and populations. Students study self-care and lifelong learning in the role of the professional nurse. Prerequisite: Admission to the RN to BSN program. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course requirements and prerequisites. --- # NURS 410 — Public/Community Health Experiential Nursing Learning Seminar 1 credits · 1 hours Students will work with the course faculty to determine public/community health experiential nursing learning experiences. Students will collaborate with community partners and health agencies to assess populations, develop health promotion projects, provide health education, and assist vulnerable populations within communities to maintain optimal health. Pre-requisite: Admission to the RN to BSN Program is required. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course requirements and prerequisites. This course must be successfully comple… --- # NURS 411 — Collaborative Leadership in Community and Population Health 3 credits · 3 hours This course prepares students for the NURS 450 Capstone by developing the inter- and intra-professional collaboration skills essential for person-centered community and population health nursing. Students engage with community and public health partners to identify potential practicum sites, establish preceptor relationships, and complete clinical readiness requirements. Emphasis is placed on effective communication, leadership, professionalism, and ethical collaboration to advance equitable, person-centered care. Through reflection and applied learning, students strengthen the competencies n… --- # NURS 420 — Healthcare Policy and Informatics 3 credits · 3 hours Students in this course analyze the historical and current factors that impact healthcare systems and population health. Students examine healthcare policies and information technology (informatics) as they influence the nature and function of nursing practice related to safe, person-centered care, and self-care. Students examine the connection between interprofessional collaboration, healthcare policy, and informatics. Prerequisite: Admission to the RN to BSN program. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course requirements and p… --- # NURS 434 — Care of the Rural Population 2 credits · 2 hours This course provides an advanced analysis of rural health care disparities, disparities of health for the rural population, along with strategies to care for the rural population. Areas of emphasis will include: unique demographics of the rural population, nursing theories applied to vulnerable populations, recruitment and retention issues for rural healthcare, and challenges facing rural hospitals. Admission to the Nursing Program required. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course requirements and prerequisites. --- # NURS 435 — Clinical Reasoning and Judgment 2 credits · 2 hours This course assists the registered nurse in enhancing and improving critical thinking, clinical judgment, and clinical reasoning skills. Emphasis is the application of clinical reasoning skills to a quality improvement project. The nurse uses interprofessional collaboration to promote change and improve health outcomes. Prerequisite: Admission to the RN to BSN Program and NURS 390 Evidence-Based Practice. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course requirements and prerequisites. Prerequisites: NURS 390 --- # NURS 437 — Mental Health Nursing 2 credits · 2 hours This course focuses on an introduction to theoretical concepts, psychobiological disorders, evidence-based treatment modalities, and culturally relevant trends affecting mental health nursing practice and care provided to individuals, families, communities, and populations across the lifespan. The course is designed to provide learners with knowledge, skills, and attitudes that will enable them to holistically function in the practice environment as they provide, manage, and coordinate care. Prerequisite: Admission to the RN to BSN Program. Completion of NURS 390 . The Department of Nursing r… Prerequisites: NURS 390 --- # NURS 440 — Organizational & System Leadership 3 credits · 3 hours Students in this course focus on nursing leadership and management concepts in the contemporary healthcare environment. Students will engage in the exploration and discovery of challenges facing the emerging nurse leader. Students develop leadership skills related to providing safe, quality care for communities and healthcare organizations. Prerequisite: Admission to the RN to BSN Program. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course requirements and prerequisites. --- # NURS 450 — Nursing Capstone 3 credits · 3 hours This final capstone course provides RN to BSN students with a public/community health practicum experience that reflects the integration of cognitive, psychomotor, and affective skills gained throughout the program. Students will synthesize their learning with an emphasis on population health nursing and apply nursing leadership skills, healthcare policy knowledge, and quality improvement principles. Throughout the course, students will design a clinically focused, population-based project aimed at improving client outcomes. They will also evaluate the social determinants of health relevant t… --- # NURS 600 — Transitions to Graduate Nursing Practice 3 credits · 3 hours Students in this course examine knowledge, skills, and attitudes in contemporary nursing through advanced analysis of nursing theories, philosophies, and standards of practice. The course includes the scientific problem-solving approach and applied analysis of advanced nursing practice. The course incorporates an in-depth study of ethical codes with connections to contemporary nursing practice. Students orient to the MSN program, University learning platform, Library database search skills, and resources available to students during the MSN program. Admission to SMSU Graduate Studies required… --- # NURS 620 — Holistic Nursing Approaches to Self-Care and Health Promotion 3 credits · 3 hours This course, Holistic Nursing Approaches to Self-Care and Health Promotion in a Contemporary Society, is grounded in holistic nursing strategies for self-care, promoting self-care in others, and health promotion. Emphasis is on the context of current issues in todays society. The course includes advanced study of strategies and motivating factors for self-care and health promotion considering individual and community/population needs. Admission to SMSU Graduate Studies required. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course requirem… Prerequisites: NURS 600 --- # NURS 621 — Holistic Nursing and Cultural Connections: Body, Mind, Soul 4 credits · 4 hours This Z course focuses on enhancing foundational contemporary holistic nursing knowledge and skills. Emphasis is on the advanced evaluation of holistic theory, knowledge of modalities, various cultural health practices, leadership, and cross-cultural communication. Advanced level study in the course includes ethical practice, bias, healthcare disparities, research and evidence-based practice as a holistic nurse and member of the interprofessional team. Admission to SMSU required. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course requirem… Prerequisites: NURS 430 --- # NURS 622 — Holistic Nursing and Healing Environments, 4 credits · 4 hours This Z course serves to assist the registered nurse in enhancing foundational contemporary holistic nursing knowledge and skills. Emphasis is on the evaluation of holistic theory, nature therapy modalities, planetary health, practice, ethics, and diversity/inclusion with the role of the holistic nurse as a member of the interprofessional team. Admission to SMSU required. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course requirements and prerequisites. Prerequisite: RN with BSN, or RN with Baccalaureate, or RN with Master or Doctorate de… Prerequisites: NURS 430 --- # NURS 624 — Advanced Health Assessment and Pathophysiology 3 credits · 3 hours This course enhances knowledge and skills through an advanced health assessment and pathophysiology at the cellular, organic, and systemic levels. Holistic perspectives, including biochemical, environmental, genetic, psychosocial, and spiritual realms and the impact on human disease, are included. An examination of evidence-based health assessment and pathophysiology comprises the incorporation of interprofessional collaboration. Admission to SMSU Graduate Studies required. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course requirements… Prerequisites: NURS 600 --- # NURS 628 — Advanced Principles of Pharmacology 3 credits · 3 hours Students in this course examine principles of clinical pharmacology for use in the treatment of disease and health promotion in the role of advanced nursing. The course includes an examination of the major classifications of medications related to pharmacodynamics, such as the mechanism of action, therapeutic effects, adverse reactions, indications, and contraindications. Students study pharmacological differences, such as age, gender, and genetics. The course includes the use of informatics as related to pharmacology and safety, evidence-based practice, patient education, and patient safety… Prerequisites: NURS 600 --- # NURS 630 — Advanced Global & Societal Health Nursing 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on advanced concepts of culturally congruent nursing practice in contemporary society. Students examine the promotion of healthy futures for humans and the planetary interactions locally and worldwide based on applied analysis of data and ethical conduct. Research, interprofessional collaboration, and health policy development are vital aspects of the advanced study of societal and global health nursing. Admission to SMSU Graduate Studies required. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course requirements and pr… Prerequisites: NURS 600 --- # NURS 638 — Advanced Evidence-Based Practice and Applied Analysis in Nursing 3 credits · 3 hours In this course, students develop their knowledge, skills, and attitudes about scientific inquiry within the discipline of nursing. The course includes the research process, designs, methodology, data collection, analysis, ethical issues related to human research, evidence-based practice, and lifelong learning in nursing. Applied analysis in the nursing and healthcare context is an integrated aspect of the course. Admission to SMSU Graduate Studies required. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to remove students who do not meet the course requirements and prerequisites. Prerequisite:… Prerequisites: NURS 600 --- # NURS 640 — Advanced Leadership and Continuous Quality Improvement 3 credits · 3 hours In this course, Advanced Leadership and Continuous Quality Improvement Through Interprofessional Collaboration, students explore advanced leadership knowledge, skills, and attitudes of systems and organizations, including safety and continuous quality improvement. The development of interprofessional collaboration, effective communication, conflict management, and fostering a diverse, inclusive work environment is included. Admission to SMSU Graduate Studies required. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to remove students from the course who do not meet the course requirements and pr… Prerequisites: NURS 600 --- # NURS 650 — Education Theory and Practice for Nurse Educators 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on knowledge, skills, and attitudes of worldview and education philosophies. A key emphasis in the course is teaching-learning theories applied to nursing education. Students examine evidence-based teaching/learning methods, variables that impact learning, scaffolding, and lifelong learning. Students explore the roles and settings of nurse educators from academia, clinical teaching, organizational orientation/education departments, and continuing education. Admission to SMSU Graduate Studies required. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to remove students who do n… Prerequisites: NURS 600 --- # NURS 654 — Instructional Technologies in the Nurse Educator Role 3 credits · 3 hours In this course, students focus on developing knowledge, skills, and attitudes related to instructional technology in the role of the nurse educator. The emphasis includes instructional technology theories, learning technology research, technology tools, open education resources (OER), and creative commons. Students collaborate with professionals of other disciplines related to an instructional technology project. Admission to SMSU Graduate Studies required. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to remove students who do not meet the course requirements and prerequisites. Prerequisite:… Prerequisites: NURS 650 --- # NURS 658 — Culturally Responsive Teaching in Nursing Education 3 credits · 3 hours In this course, students develop fundamental knowledge, skills, and attitudes about addressing the needs of a growingly diverse student body. Content includes a variety of teaching/learning methods, inclusive communication approaches, and delivery of culturally responsive feedback in the nurse educator role. Students examine the creation of an inclusive and welcoming educational environment. The practicum experience includes developing or revising a lesson plan to be culturally responsive, inclusive of all, using various teaching/learning methods, inclusive communications, and evaluation. The… Prerequisites: NURS 650 --- # NURS 660 — Curriculum Development, Assessment/Quality Improvement/Evaluation 3 credits · 3 hours Students in this course, Curriculum Development, Assessment/Quality Improvement, and Evaluation for Nurse Educators, focus on curriculum development, educational assessment/evaluation, and continuous quality improvement in the role of a nurse educator. Advanced level practicum includes curriculum development, curriculum alignment, applied analysis of educational assessment/evaluation data, and writing educational assessment narratives with supporting data. Additionally, students complete the nursing contact hour application for a continuing education activity/session, including evaluation. Ad… --- # NURS 664 — Nurse Educator Capstone Project 3 credits · 3 hours The nurse educator capstone project concentrates on synthesizing knowledge, skills, attitudes/professionalism as a culturally responsive nurse educator. The clinical practicum capstone project connects theory, research evidence, technology and informatics, ethical practices, interprofessional collaboration, and lifelong learning. Curriculum development, assessment/evaluation, writing narratives, and creating table/chart data are components of the capstone project. Admission to SMSU Graduate Studies required. The Department of Nursing reserves the right to remove students who do not meet the c… Prerequisites: NURS 650 --- # PE 101 — Introduction to Health and Physical Education 2 credits · 2 hours Concepts and theories that define the breadth of the field and the interdisciplinary relationship of Health and Physical Education as a profession. Introductory topics include: pedagogy, exercise physiology, biomechanics, recreation, sports management, allied health, athletic training, physical therapy and sports related professions. --- # PE 105 — Camping and Canoeing 2 credits · 2 hours This class is designed for students to develop skills, awareness, and knowledge in racquet activities, volleyball, canoeing, and outdoor activities. --- # PE 106 — Winter Ice and Snow Sports 2 credits · 2 hours This course is designed to develop knowledge of and fundamental motor skills in activities such as Cross Country Skiing, Snow Shoeing, Hockey, and Curling. Such content as the history, rules, strategies, etiquette, and basic motor skills will be included. --- # PE 107 — Walking for Wellness 1 credits · 1 hours This course will provide students with a moderate level of the physical exercise - walking - which can make a positive contribution to their aerobic fitness goals. The course is designed to assist the walker in acquiring the knowledge, attitudes and skills necessary for participation in a lifelong walking for wellness program and the application of walking in their lives in relation to wellness, cardiovascular fitness, strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and stress reduction. --- # PE 108 — Technology in Physical Education 2 credits · 2 hours This course will cover basic technology skills specific to the field of physical education. Technology covered will include such software programs as the Adobe Suite, heart rate monitors, video editing, and web page development as applied to the field. --- # PE 110 — Intercollegiate Baseball 1 credits · 1 hours The purpose of intercollegiate baseball is to give the highly skilled student the opportunity to learn advanced skills, techniques and strategies by competing against those of similar ability. --- # PE 111 — Intercollegiate Basketball 1 credits · 1 hours The purpose of intercollegiate basketball is to give the highly-skilled student the opportunity to learn advanced skills, techniques, and strategies by competing against those of similar ability. --- # PE 112 — Cheerleading 1 credits · 1 hours The purpose of intercollegiate cheerleading is to give the highly-skilled student the opportunity to learn and perform skills and techniques of cheerleading. --- # PE 113 — Intercollegiate Cross Country 1 credits · 1 hours This is an intercollegiate sport designed to provide student-athletes with a very high level of physical exercise, competitive distance running, which can make a positive contribution to their aerobic fitness, body composition, self-image, self-confidence, stress reduction, and overall maturation as a person. The course is designed to assist the student-athlete in acquiring the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary for collegiate competition in addition to developing a love for running and a lifelong enjoyment of fitness. --- # PE 114 — Intercollegiate Football 1 credits · 1 hours The purpose of intercollegiate football is to give the highly-skilled student the opportunity to learn advanced skills, techniques, and strategies by competing against those of similar ability. --- # PE 115 — Intercollegiate Soccer 1 credits · 1 hours The purpose of intercollegiate soccer is to give the highly-skilled student the opportunity to learn advanced techniques, and strategies by competing against those of similar ability. --- # PE 116 — Intercollegiate Fast Pitch Softball 1 credits · 1 hours The purpose of intercollegiate fast pitch softball is to give the highly-skilled student the opportunity to learn advanced skills, techniques, and strategies by competing against those of similar ability. --- # PE 117 — Intercollegiate Track and Field 1 credits · 1 hours This is an intercollegiate sport designed to provide student-athletes with a very high level of physical exercise which is based on the primary goals of each individual. The process of accomplishing these goals can make a positive contribution to their aerobic fitness, running speed, physical power, body composition, self-image, self-confidence, stress reduction, and overall maturation as a person. The course is designed to assist the student-athlete in acquiring the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary for collegiate competition in addition to developing a love for the sport of track a… --- # PE 118 — Intercollegiate Tennis 1 credits · 1 hours The purpose of intercollegiate tennis is to give the highly-skilled student the opportunity to learn advanced skills, techniques, and strategies by competing against those of similar ability. --- # PE 119 — Intercollegiate Golf 1 credits · 1 hours The purpose of intercollegiate golf is to give the highly-skilled student the opportunity to learn advanced skills, techniques, and strategies by competing against those of similar ability. --- # PE 120 — Intercollegiate Volleyball 1 credits · 1 hours The purpose of intercollegiate volleyball is to give the highly-skilled student the opportunity to learn advanced skills, techniques, and strategies by competing against those of similar ability. --- # PE 121 — Intercollegiate Wrestling 1 credits · 1 hours The purpose of intercollegiate wrestling is to give the highly-skilled student the opportunity to learn advanced skills, techniques, and strategies by competing against those of similar ability. --- # PE 122 — Lifetime Activities I 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to develop knowledge of and fundamental motor skills in such sports and activities as tennis, badminton, and bowling. --- # PE 123 — Lifetime Activities II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to develop knowledge of and fundamental motor skills in such sports and activities as aquatics, stunts & tumbling, and dance. --- # PE 124 — Intercollegiate Swimming and Diving 1 credits · 1 hours The purpose of intercollegiate swimming and diving is to give the highly-skilled student the opportunity to learn advanced skills, techniques, and strategies by competing against those of similar ability. --- # PE 135 — Dance for Fitness:Zumba 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to provide the student a cardiovascular fitness experience through a wide variety of dance and rhythmic activities. An emphasis on the application of dance to wellness, flexibility, stress reduction and lifetime fitness will be incorporated into the class. --- # PE 144 — Golf 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to develop knowledge of and fundamental motor skills in the game of golf. Such content as the history, rules, strategies, etiquette, and basic motor skills of golf will be included. --- # PE 149 — Weight Training & Conditioning 1 credits · 1 hours This course will provide basic knowledge and techniques of fitness and conditioning through weight training and the application of weight training in daily lives in relation to wellness, cardiovascular fitness, strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and stress reduction. --- # PE 152 — Basic Self Defense 1 credits · 1 hours To provide students with a foundation in basic self-defense. This foundation will involve sweeps, arm locks, kicks, and strikes which can be used against an attacker. --- # PE 154 — Adapted Physical Education Activities 1 credits · 1 hours This is an activity course designed for students with disabilities to provide mild to moderate physical activities in their daily lives. --- # PE 155 — Learn to Swim 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed for the student who is a non-swimmer or does not demonstrate proficiency in the water. It will include instruction in basic areas of water safety and basic swimming strokes. The general Red Cross swimming program will be followed. --- # PE 156 — Adventure Ropes 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to develop knowledge of and fundamental motor skills in the activity of an adventure high ropes element. Content such as the safety, equipment, belaying, rappelling, and climbing will be included. --- # PE 160 — Flexibility/Yoga 1 credits · 1 hours This course will introduce the student to the history of flexibility in society, the current uses of flexibility in our society, and the application of flexibility in their daily lives in relation to wellness, cardiovascular fitness, strength, and stress reduction. --- # PE 172 — Intramural Activities 1 credits · 1 hours Intramurals are a combination of the elements of physical education and the modern concept of recreation. The student may receive credit for participating in a sport or activity offered in the intramural setting with emphasis given to sportsmanship and social opportunity in an activity. --- # PE 173 — Outdoor Activities 1 credits · 1 hours An introduction to the skills and awareness for outdoor recreation including outdoor cooking, gear and shelter, first aid, health and safety, orienteering, nature interpretation, bicycling, hiking, environmental ethics, canoeing and rock climbing (if possible). An American Camping Association Campcraft or Advanced Campcraft Certification is optional depending upon the students motivation. A weekend trip is required. --- # PE 200 — Recreational Sports & Games 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed for recreation majors to learn the basic rules, terminology, equipment and strategies for many popular recreational sports and games offered through parks, recreation, and community education programs. --- # PE 210 — Introduction to Adapted Physical Education & LAB 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the major concepts of the IDEA law and Developmental Adapted Physical Education (DAPE). Content such as the IDEA law, adapted assessment tests, writing the physical education components of an IEP, the impact of a disability on an individuals life, and hands-on experience working with individuals with disabilities is included. --- # PE 220 — Curriculum and Instruction in Physical Education 2 credits · 2 hours This course will cover content such as curriculum development, writing unit plans, writing student-centered lesson plans, teaching skills, fitness, grading, promoting physical education and fitness, organization and administration of events/programs, and a basic understanding of the research process. --- # PE 249 — Physical Fitness Concept 2 credits · 2 hours An introductory course to provide the student with the knowledge to achieve a high degree of physical fitness and wellness. The focus of the course will be on the scientific based aspects of fitness. The students will be able to objectively assess their own fitness as well as understand the myths associated with exercise, weight loss, and wellness. --- # PE 257 — PADI Open Water Scuba 1 credits · 1 hours Learning is divided between classroom and pool. All necessary equipment is provided. Upon successful completion of this portion of the courses, learners are qualified to complete the four open water dives to become certified as a PADI Open Water Diver. These dives are offered over a two day period approximately every weekend over the summer from the beginning of May to the beginning of October. Additional cost applies. The student also has the option of completing these dives literally anywhere in the world using the PADI Open Water Referral Form. These dives need to be completed within 12 mo… --- # PE 286 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to provide lower-division students an opportunity to experience a special or experimental curriculum enrichment course. --- # PE 300 — Recreation Diversity & Leadership 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the contemporary, theoretical, and practical information necessary for developing effective leadership with a focus on diversity and special needs for recreational groups such as at-risk youth, senior citizens, and individuals with disabilities. --- # PE 301 — Theory of Coaching 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide the student with a functional understanding of sport and management skills necessary in becoming a successful coach. Students will compare and contrast a variety of objectives used to define success and then examine and redefine their individual philosophies. --- # PE 301L — Theory of Coaching Lab 2 credits · 2 hours This lab will take an in-depth look at why we provide opportunities for students to participate in athletic programs as part of the educational process. Focusing on the WHY of participation requires a shift in mindset and will challenge coaches to become aware of, and intentional about focusing on the values that can be learned through process-based instead of outcome-based experiences. --- # PE 305 — Applied Motor Learning and Development 2 credits · 2 hours A study of motor development and motor behavior across the lifespan. Skills will be developed in observation and analysis of locomotor, non-locomotor and manipulative skill. Relationships among growth, maturation, motor performance and the persons context will be included. Developmental considerations will be discussed with respect to planning and directing movement experiences for individuals across the lifespan. Students will apply the concepts taught in a community-based Day Care Center. Concepts learned in class will be recognized and applied in the Day Care setting. --- # PE 325 — Sport Science 3 credits · 3 hours This course offers the student an opportunity to learn the technical and practical features of the field of Sports Science. This course includes the role of basic scientific principles in sports to include a multidisciplinary approach including human anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, and psychology. --- # PE 330 — Theory of Coaching of Baseball 2 credits · 2 hours This course is available to students interested in developing a better understanding of different philosophies, theories, methods, and techniques of coaching and officiating of baseball. --- # PE 331 — Theory of Coaching of Basketball 2 credits · 2 hours This course is available to students interested in developing a better understanding of different philosophies, theories, methods, and techniques of coaching and officiating of basketball. --- # PE 333 — Theory of Coaching Swimming & Diving 2 credits · 2 hours This course is available to students interested in developing a better understanding of different philosophies, theories, methods and techniques of coaching swimming and diving. --- # PE 334 — Theory of Coaching of Football 2 credits · 2 hours This course is available to students interested in developing a better understanding of different philosophies, theories, methods, and techniques of coaching and officiating of football. --- # PE 335 — Theory of Coaching/Teaching Strength and Conditioning; 2 credits · 2 hours This course introduces students to the field of Athletic enhancement, human performance, and leadership skills involved in individual and group training. The class will cover specifics including: speed, agility, power, proper development of exercise programming in the athletic/human performance arena, and proper development and leadership of exercise instruction with individual training and group training programming. Students completing this class will be more prepared to sit for the National Strength and Conditioning Certified Personal Trainer Certification with additional review of prior c… --- # PE 336 — Theory of Coaching of Softball 2 credits · 2 hours This course is available to students interested in developing a better understanding of different philosophies, theories, methods, and techniques of coaching and officiating of softball. --- # PE 337 — Theory of Coaching of Volleyball 2 credits · 2 hours This course is available to students interested in developing a better understanding of different philosophies, theories, methods, and techniques of coaching and officiating of volleyball. --- # PE 338 — Theory of Coaching of Soccer 2 credits · 2 hours This course is available to students interested in developing a better understanding of different philosophies, theories, methods, and techniques of coaching and officiating of soccer. --- # PE 348 — Theory of Coaching of Track & Field 2 credits · 2 hours This course is available to students interested in developing a better understanding of different philosophies, theories, methods, and techniques of coaching and officiating of track and field. --- # PE 350 — Theory of Coaching of Wrestling 2 credits · 2 hours This course is available to students interested in developing a better understanding of different philosophies, theories, methods, and techniques of coaching and officiating of wrestling. The student will take a comprehensive look at current wrestling styles and develop a background of core moves which are necessary for coaching and officiating this sport. --- # PE 360 — Introduction to Recreation, Parks, and Community Education 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes a brief review of the cause and effect of development of community organizations. It focuses on the components that are important in being responsive to the recreation and lifetime leisure needs of our population as well as the land, financial, and organizational responsibilities and opportunities. --- # PE 362 — Recreational Aquatics 3 credits · 3 hours The student will learn skills in coordinating, scheduling, supervising and implementing aquatic programs found in many recreational settings. The student will gain basic knowledge of pool maintenance, required aquatic certification procedures, and aquatic staffing practices necessary for recreational aquatic programs. A practical experience in an aquatic setting will be included in the course requirements. --- # PE 381 — Elementary School Physical Education 2 credits · 2 hours This course is designed for elementary education majors. The student will understand and apply movement concepts and principles to the learning and development of motor skills. They will also learn skills and strategies for incorporating games and activities into the elementary curriculum. --- # PE 387 — Rhythm and Dance Fundamentals 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to give students the skills and knowledge to deliver a progressive sequence of rhythm activities for developmentally appropriate age groups. --- # PE 390 — Organization & Administration of Athletics & Physical Education 2 credits · 2 hours Principles and techniques of planning and organizing the functions, services, equipment and facilities utilized in athletics, physical education programs and public and private sector programs. --- # PE 392 — Prevention & Care of Athletic Injuries 2 credits · 2 hours This course will provide the theories and practices of athletic injury assessment, care prevention, and rehabilitation used by an athletic coach or physical educator. --- # PE 393 — Adapted Practicum I 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to allow students to develop skills in providing direct service for individuals with disabilities in an adapted physical education or activity setting. This practicum is intended to permit the student to engage in supervised professional activities in selected cooperating agencies or organizations. --- # PE 400 — Recreation Program Planning 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on the program planning process used in the community recreation setting. The student will learn methods and guidelines for the development, organization, and implementation of recreational programs and activities. Emphasis given to student design, implementation, and evaluation activities through the theoretical model: The Program Development Cycle. --- # PE 401 — K-12 Physical Education Methods & Lab 3 credits · 3 hours This course explores in detail the basic principles of Physical Education and skills and methods of teaching physical education to K-12 students. The course includes a 30-hours field experience. --- # PE 478 — Recreation & Sports Mgmt 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines the history, philosophies and theories of management in recreation and sports. The student will learn the management policies and procedures used in recreational, fitness and sports setting. --- # PE 481 — Adapted Physical Education Methods & LAB 3 credits · 3 hours Activities and sports such as wheelchair basketball, sit volleyball, beep baseball, bowling, and aquatics for individuals with disabilities will be presented. Knowledge of these activities such as the history, rules, strategies, etiquette, and motor skills will be included. --- # PE 482 — Practicum in Coaching 1 credits · 1 hours The application of techniques and coaching in a clinical situation. --- # PE 484 — Planning Facilities for Physical Activities 3 credits · 3 hours The students will gain an understanding of facility development and maintenance. They will learn about the different exterior and interior elements that are needed when developing a facility in the sport, physical education and recreational industries. --- # PE 486 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to provide upper-division students an opportunity to experience a special or experimental curriculum enrichment course. --- # PE 488 — Legal Aspects of Recreation & Sport 3 credits · 3 hours This course will develop the students awareness and knowledge of legal liability relating to recreation and sport. The student will be introduced to tort liability, negligence and risk management principles. A practical approach to topics such as waivers, standard of care, safety, security, right to participate, sexual harassment and abuse, and other legal aspects of recreation and sport. --- # PE 489 — Sports Marketing, Sales, and Promotions 3 credits · 3 hours This course will focus on a comprehensive examination of the sport industry with an emphasis on marketing sport. The course will investigate common management and marketing science, the nature of sport as a consumer product and market, sponsorship relationships and consumer behavior. --- # PE 490 — Field Practicum 2 credits · 2 hours This course will enable students to apply knowledge and principals of fitness, exercise science and/or sports management in a practicum experience. Senior standing required. --- # PE 494 — Independent Studies 1 credits · 1 hours Independent study and research within the physical education and human performance area. --- # PE 496 — Workshop in Physical Ed 1 credits · 1 hours To provide physical education credit for workshops in the area. --- # PE 497 — Senior Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a culminating experience designed to encompass the breadth of the Health, Physical Education and Recreation fields. Professionalism is the theme throughout the course. Students will be expected to draw upon their resources and acquired knowledge to formulate solutions and/or opinions on selected topics. This course fulfills Southwest Minnesota State Universitys capstone requirement for graduation. --- # PE 498 — Adapted Practicum 3 credits · 3 hours This practicum course is designed to allow teacher candidates to develop skills in providing direct service for individuals with disabilities in an adapted physical education or activity with the K-12 education setting. --- # PE 499 — Professional Practicum 3 credits · 3 hours To provide an opportunity for a student who works in the area of physical education or human performance in an internship program. --- # PE 550 — Practicum in Teaching 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide graduate students the opportunity to apply knowledge, theory, and methods of teaching in a post-secondary educational setting. The course is designed to establish a practicum in teaching opportunity for the graduate student with a faculty member in the Wellness & Human Performance Department providing mentorship. --- # PE 578 — Recreation and Sport Management 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines the history, philosophies, and the theories of management in recreation and sports. The student will learn the management policies and procedures used in recreational, fitness and sports settings. The student enrolled in PE 578 will research the complexities of the sport industry, demonstrate application of sports management principles and present two graduate level projects in the areas of human resource management and financing the sport enterprise. --- # PE 584 — Planning Facilities for Physical Activities 3 credits · 3 hours The students will gain an understanding of facility development and maintenance. They will learn about the different exterior and interior elements that are needed when developing a facility in the sport, physical education and recreational industries. The students enrolled in PE 584 will research a specialized sport facility, demonstrate application of sports management principles, and present two graduate level projects in the areas of facilities design and facilities operations/management. --- # PE 588 — Legal Aspects in Recreation & Sport 3 credits · 3 hours This course will develop the students awareness and knowledge of legal liability relating to recreation and sport. The student will be introduced to tort liability, negligence and risk management principles. A practical approach to topics such as waivers, standard of care, safety, security, right to participate, sexual harassment and abuse, and other legal aspects of recreation and sport. --- # PE 589 — Sports Marketing, Promotion, and Consumer Behavior 3 credits · 3 hours This course will focus on a comprehensive examination of the sport industry with an emphasis on marketing sport. The course will investigate common management and marketing science, the nature of sport as a consumer product and market, sponsorship relationships and consumer behavior. The student enrolled in PE 589 will research the sports marketing elements in the national sports scene. Using the framework of strategic sports marketing the student will design two graduate level projects in this area. --- # PE 601 — Philosophy & Ethics in Coaching 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes the development of a personal coaching philosophy regarding social responsibility with an emphasis on ethical conduct, values and sport involvement, and the personal growth of the athlete. Admission to Graduate Education program required. --- # PE 602 — Research Foundation in Sport: Methods, Statistics, and Analysis 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes the study of research to develop an understanding of the principles and the essential skills needed to engage in research. Admission to Graduate Education program is required. --- # PE 603 — Sports Skills, Tactics, and Evaluation in Coaching 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes the study of the skills, tactics, and strategies used to develop a competitive sport program with an emphasis on practice planning, game preparation, and evaluation. Admission to Graduate Education program required. --- # PE 604 — Educational Principles in Coaching 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes the study of methods of implementing educational principles in the daily operation of a sport program with an emphasis on organization, communication, and instructional strategies. Admission to Graduate Education program required. --- # PE 605 — Physical Preparation and Conditioning 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes the study of scientifically sound conditioning programs and the effects of various training programs and nutrition on the physical and mental performance of the athlete. Admission to the Graduate Education program is required. --- # PE 606 — Sport Safety and Injury Prevention 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes the study of methods of injury prevention, injury management, and risk management, and the legal responsibilities of the coach. Admission to the Graduate Education program is required. --- # PE 607 — Advanced Practicum in Coaching I 1 credits · 1 hours This course includes an in-depth coaching experience applying a sports coachs knowledge and skills in a hands-on environment. Admission to the Graduate Education program is required. --- # PE 608 — Organization, Administration and Marketing of Sport 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes the study of administrative duties and procedures of a sport program with an emphasis on budgeting, marketing, event management, and facility operations. Admission to the Graduate Education program is required. --- # PE 609 — Psychology of Athletic Performance 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes the study of effective methods of teaching and motivation to enhance sport performance and the athletes overall experience. Admission to the Graduate Education program required. --- # PE 610 — Legal Aspects of Sport for Coaches 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes the development of a deeper understanding of negligence, legal challenges, operational risks, and methods of documentation in sport. Admission to Graduate Education program required. --- # PE 611 — Portfolio Capstone 3 credits · 3 hours This course includes a student-lead capstone project, along with the development of an electronic portfolio of the Coaching Program reflecting the associated National Association of Sport and Physical Education (NASPE) standards. Admission to the Graduate Education program required. --- # PE 612 — Advanced Practicum in Coaching II 1 credits · 1 hours This course includes an in-depth coaching experience applying a sport coachs knowledge and skills in a hands-on environment in a setting beyond that of the Advanced Practicum in Coaching I course and the students current experience level. Admission to Graduate Education program required. --- # PE 613 — Graduate Workshop 1 credits · 1 hours This course is available, with instructor approval, to students qualified to complete graduate level projects. --- # PHIL 100 — Introduction to Philosophy 3 credits · 3 hours Philosophy is a subject that studies the most fundamental questions in life: How should we live? Is there a God? Do we have free will? What does it mean to know something? What can we know? What makes something morally right? What is the nature of good and evil? This course introduces students to some influential philosophical thinkers and some of the most important issues in philosophy. --- # PHIL 101 — Critical Thinking 3 credits · 3 hours Introduction to the fundamentals of critical thinking including argument analysis and argument construction. Study includes deductive, probabilistic, and moral argumentation as well as recognition of fallacies. No previous study of logic is necessary. --- # PHIL 103 — Ethics 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction to ethical philosophy. Possible inquiry includes questions about how one should live, how we should treat others, how we should conceive of our communities, and what components are involved in making a moral choice. A philosophical analysis will provide a framework for discussing contemporary moral problems. --- # PHIL 105 — Ethical Issues in Business 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on business issues through an introduction to ethical theories and their applications within the business setting. Topics of discussion include corporate responsibility, whistleblowing, employee rights, product liability and safety, ethics and marketing, business and the natural environment, affirmative action and diversity, and ethics and multinational corporations. --- # PHIL 107 — Environmental Ethics 3 credits · 3 hours Analyzing the complex relationships between humans and the natural environment raises some of the most challenging and important questions that we face. Students will study some of the classic and contemporary readings in the field of environmental ethics in order to start to reason for themselves about the proper principles that should guide our actions. Possible topics include the moral standing of non-human animals and inanimate nature, the conceptual divide between nature and culture, the use of animals in research and agriculture, the genetic modification of organisms, duties to future g… --- # PHIL 201 — Aesthetics 3 credits · 3 hours An examination of beauty in the fine arts; the creative process, evaluation, analysis of the work of art, appreciation, and criticism. --- # PHIL 230 — Philosophy of Religion 3 credits · 3 hours The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the area of Western philosophy known as Philosophy of Religion. Possible areas of study include: Arguments for Gods Existence, Arguments from Religious Experience, The Problem of Evil, Attributes of God, The Question of Miracles, The Intersection of Faith and Reason, Science and Religion, and Religion and Ethics. This course is designed for Philosophy majors and non-majors alike who are interested in the philosophical analysis of religious matters. --- # PHIL 240 — Philosophy East and West 3 credits · 3 hours This course will examine classic philosophical questions concerning the nature of the self; interpersonal, social, and political relationships with others; and the fundamental nature of realty as they are articulated in dominant Asian philosophical traditions, such as Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Daoism, as well as influential Western philosophical thinkers. Critical attention will be paid to the difficulties, nuances, and responsibilities involved in the pursuit of cross-cultural and comparative philosophy. --- # PHIL 250 — Philosophy Through Film 3 credits · 3 hours Philosophy is a subject that studies the most fundamental questions in life. This course examines various philosophical topics through the medium of film. Possible topics to be discussed include philosophical analysis of films and texts, the problem of perception, philosophy of mind, ethics, philosophy of time, free will, foreknowledge, and determinism, philosophy of religion, death, and the meaning of life. --- # PHIL 286 — Topics in Philosophy 1 credits · 1 hours A study of different topics in philosophy. See current course schedule for topic listing when offered. --- # PHIL 292 — Honors Credit in Philosophy 1 credits · 1 hours An independent study course designed primarily for Honors Program students. This course allows more in-depth or comprehensive study or research by certain students concurrently enrolled in at least one other Philosophy course. --- # PHIL 303 — Ethical Issues in Professional Life 3 credits · 3 hours This course builds upon the research, critical writing, information literacy, and persuasion skills developed in ENG 151 by examining the broad range of ethical issues and dilemmas that occur in professional life. The term professions refers to very specialized knowledge or expertise that serves the public good. Professionals have particular duties and responsibilities. Students will learn about the duties and responsibilities of their intended careers by reading articles about important issues in professional ethics, studying their fields Code of Ethics, and writing about ethical issues in p… --- # PHIL 310 — The Philosophy of Sex and Gender 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction to issues in philosophy relating to sex and gender, including questions about what it means to identify and be identified as male or female, and how gender structures social and personal realities. The course reviews different kinds of feminist critiques of Western philosophy and their counter-arguments, as well as philosophical analyses of sex and gender as they relate to ethics, social philosophy, theories of human nature, and theories of knowledge. The course gradually works toward positive theories of sex and gender, including biological determinism and post… --- # PHIL 322 — Medical and Bioethics 3 credits · 3 hours The course would explore ethical dilemmas that occur in the professional practices of medicine, biological research, nursing, public health, and the social and behavioral sciences. Its theoretical foundation is philosophical moral theory and its methodology emphasizes the philosophical skills of analysis, argument, and evaluation. The assessment of value involves critical scrutiny of medical practices and biological techniques, some historical, and some of which are unprecedented in human history. As a society, we continue to struggle with questions about what constitutes fairness and goodnes… --- # PHIL 330 — History of Philosophy: Ethics 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a historical survey of major ethical systems. Students will critically engage with the constantly evolving discussions regarding the foundations of right and wrong, the distinction of good and evil, and the questions of moral character. Possible historical figures covered include Plato, Aristotle, St. Thomas Aquinas, Immanuel Kant, John Stuart Mill, Jean-Paul Sartre, and Virginia Held. --- # PHIL 331 — History of Philosophy: Social & Political Philosophy 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a historical survey of social and political philosophy. Readings and discussions are organized around the fundamental questions of what is justice and what makes a just society. Students will critically examine concepts such as equality, fairness, community, and reciprocity, and apply them to issues such as private property, the family, the distribution of wealth and power, taxation, and forms of government. Possible historical figures covered include Plato, Aristotle, Thomas Hobbes, john Locke, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Karl Marx, Friedrich Engels, John Stuart Mill, Martin Luther… --- # PHIL 340 — Logic 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines the formal rules of logical thought, including elements of classical and modern symbolic logic. --- # PHIL 386 — Studies in Philosophy 3 credits · 3 hours In-depth study of a particular philosopher, school, or movement; may be repeated. --- # PHIL 432 — History of Philosophy: Knowledge and Reality 4 credits · 4 hours This course is a historical survey of major works in metaphysics and epistemology, the fields that cover foundational questions about the nature of reality and claims of knowledge. Students will further develop their writing, research, and critical thinking skills by examining questions such as: What is the nature of reality? Is this the only reality that exists? Could the universe be different than it is? Are mind, body, and spirit different substances? What is truth? What is knowledge? How can we acquire knowledge? Can we trust our senses, or should knowledge derive from pure thought? Possi… --- # PHIL 486 — Topics in Philosophy 1 credits · 1 hours A study of different topics in philosophy. See current course schedule for topic listing when offered. --- # PHIL 494 — Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours An independent study course designed primarily for Philosophy students. This course allows more in-depth or comprehensive study or research by certain students concurrently enrolled in at least one other Philosophy course. --- # PHYS 100 — Our Physical Universe 3 credits · 3 hours A non-mathematical approach to the great ideas of physics and astronomy, together with their philosophical and social impact. This course is designed for non-science majors. Scientific topics include the developmental history of science, mechanics, electricity, magnetism, cosmology, relativity, quantum theory, and nuclear physics. Philosophical and social topics include methods and values of science, problems related to energy sources, and implications of modern weapons. --- # PHYS 100L — Our Physical Universe Lab 1 credits · 1 hours A non-mathematical approach to the great ideas of physics and astronomy, together with their philosophical and social impact. This course is designed for non-science majors. Scientific topics include the developmental history of science, mechanics, electricity, magnetism, cosmology, relativity, quantum theory, and nuclear physics. Philosophical and social topics include methods and values of science, problems related to energy sources, and implications of modern weapons. --- # PHYS 120 — Introductory Physics 3 credits · 3 hours A descriptive and experiential exploration of physics. Topics will be drawn from mechanics, waves, fluids, sound, heat, light, electricity, magnetism, and modern physics. The required preparation for this course is two years of high school mathematics or MATH 060 . --- # PHYS 120L — Introductory Physics Lab 1 credits · 1 hours A descriptive and experiential exploration of physics. Topics will be drawn from mechanics, waves, fluids, sound, heat, light, electricity, magnetism, and modern physics. --- # PHYS 121 — Introduction to Astronomy 3 credits · 3 hours Qualitative introduction and historical outline of astronomy and development of physical laws used to describe the solar system, stars, galaxies, the universe, and some observational techniques. The laboratory includes extensive use of the planetarium. --- # PHYS 121L — Introduction to Astronomy Lab 1 credits · 1 hours Qualitative introduction and historical outline of astronomy and development of physical laws used to describe the solar system, stars, galaxies, the universe, and some observational techniques. The laboratory includes extensive use of the planetarium. --- # PHYS 141 — College Physics I 3 credits · 3 hours This is the first course in a two-semester sequence which makes extensive use of algebra and trigonometry covering fundamental concepts of physics. The sequence is appropriate for pre-professional majors requiring two semesters of physics. Includes basic principles of bodies at rest and in motion, periodic motion, heat, and thermodynamics. The required preparation for this course is three years of high school math including trigonometry or MATH 125 . --- # PHYS 141L — College Physics I Lab 1 credits · 1 hours Introductory physics course which makes extensive use of algebra and trigonometry. For students in the areas of biology, environmental science, health science and related pre-professional programs. Includes basic principles of bodies at rest and in motion, periodic motion, heat, thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic radiation, optics, and selected topics from modern physics. --- # PHYS 142 — College Physics II 3 credits · 3 hours This is the second course in a two-semester sequence which makes extensive use of algebra and trigonometry covering fundamental concepts of physics. The sequence is appropriate for pre-professional majors requiring two semesters of physics. Topics include electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic radiation, optics, and selected topics from modern physics. --- # PHYS 142L — College Physics II Lab 1 credits · 1 hours Introductory physics course which makes extensive use of algebra and trigonometry. For students in the areas of biology, environmental science, health science and related pre-professional programs. Includes basic principles of bodies at rest and in motion, periodic motion, heat, thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic radiation, optics, and selected topics from modern physics. --- # PHYS 150 — Directed Research 1 credits · 1 hours Directed experimental and/or theoretical research on selected problems in the physical sciences. --- # PHYS 181 — University Physics I 4 credits · 4 hours This is the first course in a two-semester calculus level sequence covering fundamental concepts of physics. This is the preferred sequence for students majoring in physical science or engineering. Topics include Newtonian mechanics, conservation laws, simple harmonic motion, wave motion, and thermodynamics. Emphasizes the use of vectors and calculus in problem-solving. --- # PHYS 181L — University Physics I Lab 1 credits · 1 hours Introductory calculus-based physics course for students pursuing fields in engineering, physics, and chemistry. Topics include Newtonian mechanics, conservation laws, simple harmonic motion, wave motion, thermodynamics, electrostatics, simple DC/AC circuits, magnetism, electromagnetic waves, and optics. Emphasizes the use of vectors and calculus in problem-solving. --- # PHYS 182 — University Physics II 4 credits · 4 hours This is the second course in a two-semester calculus level sequence covering fundamental concepts of physics. This is the preferred sequence for students majoring in physical science or engineering. Topics include electrostatics, simple DC/AC circuits, magnetism, electromagnetic waves, and optics. Emphasizes the use of vectors and calculus in problem-solving. --- # PHYS 182L — University Physics II Lab 1 credits · 1 hours Introductory calculus-based physics course for students pursuing fields in engineering, physics, and chemistry. Topics include Newtonian mechanics, conservation laws, simple harmonic motion, wave motion, thermodynamics, electrostatics, simple DC/AC circuits, magnetism, electromagnetic waves, and optics. Emphasizes the use of vectors and calculus in problem-solving. --- # PHYS 186 — Special Topics in Physics 1 credits · 1 hours --- # PHYS 241 — Engineering Statics 3 credits · 3 hours Applications of equations of equilibrium to the analysis of simple structures and machines. Use will be made of vector algebra, free body diagrams, center of gravity and moment of force acting on a rigid body. --- # PHYS 242 — Engineering Dynamics 3 credits · 3 hours Vector treatment of kinematics, Newtons Laws, work and energy, impulse and momentum with applications to problems of particle and rigid body motion. --- # PHYS 250 — Directed Studies 1 credits · 1 hours Directed study of selected topics in the physical sciences not covered elsewhere. --- # PHYS 260 — Electronics 2 credits · 2 hours Basic electricity and circuit functions, time-varying and resonant circuits, semiconductors (diodes, transistors and other devices), amplifiers, waveform generators, and nonlinear devices. --- # PHYS 260L — Electronics Lab 1 credits · 1 hours Basic electricity and circuit functions, time-varying and resonant circuits, semiconductors (diodes, transistors and other devices), amplifiers, waveform generators, and nonlinear devices. --- # PHYS 281L — Analytical Physics I Lab 1 credits · 1 hours --- # PHYS 282L — Analytical Physics II Lab 1 credits · 1 hours Course requires science programmatic tuition of $15.00 per credit --- # PHYS 286 — Topics in Physics 1 credits · 1 hours Study of physics topic not ordinarily covered in the established courses. --- # PHYS 290 — Mathematical Physics 3 credits · 3 hours A sequel to PHYS 182 designed for pre-engineers, some math majors, and other science majors. Emphasis will be placed upon a vector calculus treatment of the physical concepts of electromagnetism. --- # PHYS 291 — Modern Physics 3 credits · 3 hours A historically-based development of relativity and quantum theory as seen through the breakdown of classical physics. Investigation of the Bohr model of the atom, introduction to quantum mechanics and its application to problems involving simple forms of potential energy through the application of the Schrodinger equation. Brief introduction to topics including atomic, molecular, solid state, and nuclear physics. --- # PHYS 301 — 3D Modeling & Animation using Blender 1 credits · 1 hours Students will use a free open source software package called Blender. Blender allows users to create three dimensional object models while adding materials, textures, and movement through key frame animation. Modeling techniques will include creating scene environments and adjusting lighting. Scenes will be animated and rendered into a final movie. Movies will be created in class using two camera projections: flat and fisheye for playing in the planetarium dome. Topics include Blender Interface, Modeling, Key frame Animation, Rendering for flat & fisheye cameras, Materials, Textures, Lighting… --- # PHYS 351 — Advanced Lab I 1 credits · 1 hours Advanced physics lab for student majoring or minoring in physics. Lab experiments are derived from the areas of mechanics, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics. --- # PHYS 352 — Advanced Lab II 1 credits · 1 hours Advanced physics lab for student majoring or minoring in physics. Lab experiments are derived from the areas of mechanics, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics. --- # PHYS 391 — Classical Mechanics 4 credits · 4 hours Rigid bodies and systems of particles analyzed with Lagrangians, Hamiltonians, and methods from vector calculus, gravitation, central field problems, and wave motion. --- # PHYS 392 — Electricity & Magnetism 4 credits · 4 hours Electrostatics, magnetostatics, dielectrics, time varying electric and magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, applications of Gauss Law, Amperes Law, and Faradays Law in the development of Maxwells equations. --- # PHYS 451 — Advanced Lab III 1 credits · 1 hours Advanced physics lab for student majoring or minoring in physics. Lab experiments are derived from the areas of mechanics, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, optics, and Modern Physics. --- # PHYS 452 — Advanced Lab IV 1 credits · 1 hours Advanced physics lab for student majoring or minoring in physics. Lab experiments are derived from the areas of mechanics, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, optics, and Modern Physics. --- # PHYS 480 — Physics Seminar 1 credits · 1 hours Presentations by students, faculty, and guest speakers covering research topics and issues relating to physics and/or engineering. --- # PHYS 486 — Topics in Physics 1 credits · 1 hours Study of physics topic not ordinarily covered in the established courses. --- # PHYS 491 — Quantum Mechanics 4 credits · 4 hours Basic principles of quantum mechanics including operators, one-dimensional wells and barriers, Schrodinger equation, uncertainty, wave-particle duality, Born interpretation, unstable states, bosons and fermions, central force problems, angular momentum, spin, addition of angular momentum, and various approximation methods. --- # PHYS 492 — Thermal & Statistical Physics 4 credits · 4 hours A rigorous analysis of the thermal properties of physical systems at the microscopic and macroscopic levels. Introduction to the laws of thermodynamics, cyclic processes, and entropy functions. Development of the Maxwell-Boltzmann, Bose-Einstein, and Fermi-Dirac distribution functions. --- # PHYS 499 — Physics Internship 1 credits · 1 hours Supervised work assignments in physics outside the University for selected and qualified students. Prior approval by the Physics Program of the project and of credit to be received is required. --- # PHYS 589 — Special Topics in Physics 1 credits · 1 hours Advanced interdisciplinary study of the physical sciences. Intensive lectures, literature reviews, and discussions on fundamental and contemporary topics that have shaped and continue to shape our understanding of physical systems. Topics vary based on the interests of the students and the instructor. --- # POL 200 — International Relations 3 credits · 3 hours Examination of theories, concepts, and structures instrumental in understanding international relations. Includes a realistic, systematic and political economy analysis of actions and interactions, images and realities in international affairs. Topics include great power rivalry, the arms race, great power intervention in the Third World, trade war and conflicts in Africa and the Middle East. --- # POL 217 — Global Politics 3 credits · 3 hours This course surveys the scope and methods of the study of political behavior and political systems. It examines political ideologies; the emergence and evolution of nation-states; government policies; the pursuit and uses of power; the role of parties, interest groups and social movements in influencing decision-making institutions; the primary forms of governing institutions (parliamentary and presidential); and relations between nations. --- # POL 220 — American National Government 3 credits · 3 hours Surveys the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of the national government; the role of political parties, interest groups and public opinion. Includes discussion of local and state government and the political uses of the law. --- # POL 221 — State Government 3 credits · 3 hours Examines the role of states in the American federal system. Analyzes intergovernmental relations and issues of current interest such as taxing powers, grants, and responsibilities for providing public services such as education, policing, welfare, and environmental protection. Special attention to Minnesota. --- # POL 227 — Courts and the Law 3 credits · 3 hours This course surveys the government and politics of local governments, including counties, cities, and townships. Major topics include contrasts between major urban governments and local governments in Greater Minnesota, intergovernmental relations between local, state and federal levels, elected and appointed leadership, local budget policy, economic development, and land use issues. --- # POL 252 — Comparative Politics 3 credits · 3 hours A survey of the study of comparative politics. Students examine political concepts (including representation, legitimacy, and the state), ideologies, institutions and processes as applied to selected industrial democracies, authoritarian, totalitarian, communist regimes, and developing countries, ending with a discussion of ethics from a comparative political perspective. --- # POL 255 — Model United Nations 1 credits · 1 hours An examination of history, function, dynamics and future of the United Nations and its role as an international organization. Students will be involved in case studies and problem resolution. --- # POL 286 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours A study of more advanced topics in political science not normally provided as part of the curriculum. --- # POL 292 — Honors Credit Political Science 1 credits · 1 hours An independent study course designed primarily for Honors Program students. This course allows more in-depth or comprehensive study or research. --- # POL 300 — Political Research Methods 4 credits · 4 hours Covers the basics of research methodology and an introduction to statistical analysis and data processing with computers as applied to Political Science. --- # POL 328 — Constitutional Law 3 credits · 3 hours An examination of the role of the U.S. Constitution and the state and federal courts in handling crime and justice in America. Particular attention is paid to the evolution of legal precedents, recent Supreme Court decisions, federalism, criminal procedure, and efforts to reform the American criminal justice system. --- # POL 331 — Western Political Thought 3 credits · 3 hours The study of political thought from Plato to the 17th century. Special attention is paid to Plato and Aristotle. Various ideas are examined, including the nature of rights, absolutes, the nature of human beings, the necessity of laws and the state, and the relationship between people and society. --- # POL 351 — Civil Liberties 3 credits · 3 hours An examination of the various rights, responsibilities, and liberties guaranteed Americans in the U.S. Constitution. Special attention is paid to First Amendment speech, assembly, press and religious rights; governments ability to conduct searches; equal protection; economic liberties; protection against self-incrimination, and rights before and during criminal trials. --- # POL 355 — World Political Geography 3 credits · 3 hours A traditional regional approach to geography combined with a survey of several important subfields, such as urban geography, geopolitics, political geography, and economic geography. --- # POL 415 — Law & Society 3 credits · 3 hours A study of the impact of American laws, courts, and judicial practices on American society. Includes examination of significant Supreme Court decisions; the changing role of lawyers; the plight of the nations poor; problems associated with civil litigation; public perceptions of the nations judicial system, and efforts to reform the national legal system. --- # POL 422 — American Political Thought 3 credits · 3 hours A survey of American political ideas, and their consequences, from the American Revolution to the present. Includes an examination of the European origins of the American political tradition. Among the figures studied are John Locke, James Madison, Thomas Jefferson, John C. Calhoun, Abraham Lincoln, Woodrow Wilson, Theodore and Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Ronald Reagan. Particular attention is paid to the evolution of the dialogue between conservatism and liberalism since World War II. --- # POL 424 — Local Politics 3 credits · 3 hours This course surveys the government and politics of local governments, including counties, cities, and townships. Major topics include contrasts between major urban governments and local governments in Greater Minnesota, intergovernmental relations between local, state and federal levels, elected and appointed leadership, local budget policy, economic development, and land use issues. --- # POL 426 — Regulatory Law 3 credits · 3 hours This course considers the role of government in the regulation of the market. In doing so, we consider regulatory practice and the mechanisms to adjust market behavior. To that end, we consider rulemaking, adjudication, enforcement, licensing, the collection of information, judicial review, and public sector personnel management. --- # POL 430 — The U.S. Supreme Court 3 credits · 3 hours An examination of the history, functions, and characteristics of the United States Supreme Court. Special focus is given to the contemporary Supreme Court, current legal and judicial controversies, and the Supreme Courts individual members. The central feature of the course is a mock U.S. Supreme Court trial, which engages all class members (through research, preparation of written briefs, and presentation of oral arguments) in a term project. The trial is judged by local attorneys and other members of the legal community, all of whom appear clad in black judicial robes. --- # POL 440 — Public Administration 3 credits · 3 hours A broad overview of public administration, including policy analysis, budgeting, personnel, organization, leadership, decision-making and ethics in a political environment. Examination of the theory and application of public management practices at all levels of government. --- # POL 455 — International Law 3 credits · 3 hours This course considers the legal regimes that govern how international law is employed, how it is created, its sources, and the substantive bodies of law that have evolved to shape the field. That is, we take a look at human rights, humanitarian law, private international law, and the development of international organizations, all of which influence the structure and governance of the international community. --- # POL 486 — Advanced Special Topics Political Science 1 credits · 1 hours Selected topics in Political Science. Special emphasis will be given to individual research projects. --- # POL 490 — Senior Seminar 3 credits · 3 hours Seminar devotes intensive study to selected topics in the fields of government and statecraft. Includes exposure to scholarly literature in the field, student-led discussions of course material, a major research project, and formal presentation of findings. --- # POL 494 — Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours A study of politics through individual research projects. Topic to be selected by the student. --- # POL 499 — Internship in Government 3 credits · 3 hours The course gives credit for supervised work assigned in a government agency, political campaign, or interest group for selected and qualified students. Preparation and final report required. --- # POL 515 — Law & Society 3 credits · 3 hours A study of the impact of American laws, courts, and judicial practices on American society. Includes examination of significant Supreme Court decisions; the changing role of lawyers; the plight of the nations poor; problems associated with civil litigation; public perceptions of the nations judicial system, and efforts to reform the national legal system. --- # POL 522 — American Political Thought 3 credits · 3 hours A survey of American political ideas, and their consequences, from the American Revolution to the present. Includes an examination of the European origins of the American political tradition. Among the figures studied are John Locke, James Madison, Thomas Jefferson, John C. Calhoun, Abraham Lincoln, Woodrow Wilson, Theodore and Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Ronald Reagan. Particular attention is paid to the evolution of the dialogue between conservatism and liberalism since World War II. --- # POL 524 — Local Politics 3 credits · 3 hours This course surveys the government and politics of local governments, including counties, cities, and townships. Major topics include contrasts between major urban governments and local governments in Greater Minnesota, intergovernmental relations between local, state and federal levels, elected and appointed leadership, local budget policy, economic development, and land use issues. --- # POL 526 — Regulatory Law 3 credits · 3 hours This course considers the role of government in the regulation of the market. In doing so, we consider regulatory practice and the mechanisms to adjust market behavior. To that end, we consider rulemaking, adjudication, enforcement, licensing, the collection of information, judicial review, and public sector personnel management. --- # POL 540 — Public Administration 3 credits · 3 hours A broad overview of public administration, including policy analysis, budgeting, personnel, organization, leadership, decision-making and ethics in a political environment. Examination of the theory and application of public management practices at all levels of government. --- # POL 555 — International Law 3 credits · 3 hours This course considers the legal regimes that govern how international law is employed, how it is created, its sources, and the substantive bodies of law that have evolved to shape the field. That is, we take a look at human rights, humanitarian law, private international law, and the development of international organizations, all of which influence the structure and governance of the international community. --- # PSYC 101 — General Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours This course surveys content areas of general interest in psychology. Topics include major schools of thought in psychology, development, states of awareness, learning, memory, health and stress, personality, abnormal behavior, psychotherapy, and social issues. --- # PSYC 110 — Psychology Seminar 2 credits · 2 hours This is a lecture and seminar course which helps students develop skills related to finding, reading, abstracting, and synthesizing published research in psychology. It also introduces students to the psychology major and to career planning in psychology. --- # PSYC 120 — Introduction to Community Psychology 2 credits · 2 hours Course provides an orientation to topics and evaluation methods of Community Psychology as a formal multi-disciplinary profession, with primary aims of promotion of health/well-being and empowerment at individual and systemic levels, prevention programming, strengthening of social support networks, community development, cultural competency, and policy change. Course will also include overview of professions in community/health psychology and relevant career development resources/processes. --- # PSYC 150 — Applied Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours This course acquaints the student with the application of psychological principles and methods in a wide variety of settings. Topics include problems addressed by applied psychologists working in business and industry, clinical, community, health, legal, environmental and developmental settings. --- # PSYC 200 — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides students with an introduction to the use of statistical methods in behavioral sciences research. Topics covered include descriptive statistics, tests, analysis of variance with post-hoc tests, correlation, linear regression, and chi-square tests. Students taking this course should also enroll in the laboratory section, in which they will learn how to use statistical software for data analysis. --- # PSYC 200L — Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences Lab 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides students with instruction on the use of statistical software to perform analysis of behavioral research data. Students will learn how to run and interpret outputs for a wide variety of common statistical procedures, including descriptive statistics, t tests, analysis of variance, correlation, and chi-square tests. The required preparation is completion or current enrollment in PSYC 200 , or familiarity with basic statistical procedures. --- # PSYC 201 — Research Methods in the Behavioral Sciences 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the fundamentals of research design and methodology in a variety of settings of interest to behavioral scientists. A lab component is included which involves students in collecting data, applying statistical methods, and writing a report in APA journal format. Students use SPSS, a computer package for data analysis. --- # PSYC 217 — Social Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours is the study of how an individuals behavior is affected by other people. Topics covered include social perception, interpersonal attraction, prejudice, altruism, power, social influence, and group interaction. --- # PSYC 235 — Abnormal Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours Causes and treatment of abnormal behavior patterns, diagnosis of such behaviors and investigation of normal and abnormal behaviors are studied. --- # PSYC 238 — Psychology of Personality 3 credits · 3 hours Major theories of personality are studied. --- # PSYC 240 — Health Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an overview of major theoretical perspectives and constructs related to the field of health psychology, assuming a biopsychosocial model of health and illness. Topics include empirical foundations, role of psychological factors in health and illness, stress and coping, mindfulness, and relevant professions. --- # PSYC 260 — Developmental Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours is the study of the development of behavior across the entire life span from birth until old age. --- # PSYC 265 — Behavior Modification 3 credits · 3 hours The use of learning principles to modify behavior in a variety of settings is studied. Educational, therapeutic, and self-control domains are explored. --- # PSYC 286 — Special Topics Psychology 1 credits · 1 hours A study of more advanced topics in psychology not normally provided as part of the curriculum. --- # PSYC 287 — Mental Health Topics 1 credits · 1 hours Common topics addressed by the Mental Health topics (287) course, regardless of the particular mental health concern addressed in given semester (e.g., eating disorders, PTSD, borderline personality disorder) include the following; nature, prevalence, etiology, treatment outcome literature, prevention programs, and critical consideration of the self-help literature of a given mental health concern. In addition there will be opportunities to apply effective coping/intervention strategies. Mental health topics will be considered from the perspective of those experiencing symptoms of a given men… --- # PSYC 292 — Honor Credit Psychology 1 credits · 1 hours An independent study course designed primarily for Honors Program students. This course allows more in-depth or comprehensive study or research by certain students concurrently enrolled in at least one other psychology course. --- # PSYC 301 — Sport & Performance Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an introduction to sport & performance psychology. Topics such as motivation, reinforcement, communication, psychological skills training, and ethics associated with the field will be covered. --- # PSYC 302 — Research Seminar 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides a forum for the development, implementation, and presentation of original research projects. A seminar format is used to discuss research ideas, designs, problems, and the presentation and discussion of findings. It includes an on-campus presentation of individual research projects. --- # PSYC 309 — Biological Psychology 4 credits · 4 hours The course deals with the relationship between the brain, physiological systems, and behavior. Topics include neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, sensory systems, learning, mental disorders, and drug actions. --- # PSYC 312 — Cognitive Psychology 4 credits · 4 hours This course provides students with an overview of important principles and research methods in the area of cognitive psychology, a field of scientific study devoted to understanding the operation of the human mind. Students will examine basic findings and important theories/models related to various aspects of human cognition including perception, attention, memory, language, decision-making, and problem solving. --- # PSYC 318 — Group Dynamics 3 credits · 3 hours This course surveys factors influencing behavior in small groups. Included are topics such as leadership, social power, and group structures. --- # PSYC 320 — Sensation & Perception 4 credits · 4 hours This course provides a survey of classical theories and current research in the areas of sensation and perception. Topics include vision, object recognition, attention, audition, taste, smell, and touch. --- # PSYC 325 — Attitudes & Persuasion 3 credits · 3 hours This course reviews theory and research on attitude formation, attitude change, and the relationship between attitude, beliefs, and behavior. --- # PSYC 337 — Counseling & Psychotherapy 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an introduction to counseling fundamentals, definitions of a helping relationship, counseling goals and expectations, counselor role and function, theories and approaches, techniques and skill building, ethical and legal considerations, and counseling special populations. --- # PSYC 339 — Positive Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours This course is intended as an introduction to the emerging field of positive psychology. The sub-field of positive psychology is focused on the experience of happiness, subjective well-being, resilience, and human flourishing. Topics will include classical philosophical models of well-being, contemporary theories and concepts, a review of current findings, and discussion of potential applications and future directions. --- # PSYC 341 — Child & Adolescent Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours The course acquaints students with the basic theories, methods of study, and research findings on childrens and adolescents behavior and cognition. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking about claims made in this area. --- # PSYC 343 — Adult Development & Aging 3 credits · 3 hours This course surveys the personality changes and life crises that occur from maturity to old age. Social and cultural factors and their interrelationships with psychological adjustment are stressed. Topics include marriage, childrearing, empty nest, retirement, widowhood, grief and death. --- # PSYC 358 — Industrial/Organizational Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours is the study of the application of psychology to business. Primary topics are in the areas of personnel psychology, organizational behavior, and the work environment. --- # PSYC 360 — Cross-Cultural Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours This course deals with the impact of culture on human experience. Topics include similarities and differences in personality, emotion, cognition, development, mental health, and interpersonal behavior across cultures. --- # PSYC 399 — Pre-Field Experience in Psychology 1 credits · 1 hours This course prepares students for the psychology field experience. Students, in consultation with the faculty internship coordinator, select field placements in community agencies, with site supervisor to be approved by the faculty coordinator. The course involves development of goals and objectives for the internship, completion of an internship contract, and consideration of ethical principles and codes of conduct as they apply in the human services setting. --- # PSYC 400 — Field Experience in Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours Students will complete at least 120 hours of supervised field practice in community agencies and programs as a practical application of psychology knowledge and skills gained from major coursework. Course requirements include reflection journals and a final integration paper. This course may be repeated for credit once. NOTE: For students majoring in Community Psychology and Health Promotion, one of the internships must be directly related to community psychology and include a minimum of 30 field hours related to one or more of the following applied learning experiences: program evaluation; o… --- # PSYC 410 — Memory in Mind and Culture 3 credits · 3 hours This course will be a multidisciplinary and in-depth study of human memory. Students will explore the ubiquitous nature of memory from the mental processes that are involved in the formation and retrieval of memory to broad scale representations of memory in the form of historical narratives. We will cover the fallibility of memory in a variety of situations such as cognitive aging, eyewitness testimony, and line-up identification. Students will cover approaches in marketing, advertising, and politics to gain an understanding of what makes something more or less memorable based on certain cha… --- # PSYC 420 — History & Systems of Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an in-depth study of the major ideas in psychology and their origins, as well as key people in the history of psychology. Students trace the evolution of current psychological thought. Prerequisites: six courses in psychology. --- # PSYC 440 — Advanced Health Psychology 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an overview of major theoretical perspectives and constructs related to the field of health psychology, assuming a biopsychosocial model of health and illness. Topics include empirical foundations, role of psychological factors in health and illness, stress and coping, mindfulness, and relevant professions. --- # PSYC 486 — Advanced Special Topics Psychology 1 credits · 1 hours A study of more advanced topics in psychology not normally provided as part of the curriculum. --- # PSYC 487 — Mental Health Topics Applied 1 credits · 1 hours Common topics addressed by the Mental Health topics 487 course, regardless of the particular mental health concern addressed in a given semester (e.g., eating disorders, PTSD, borderline personality disorder) include the following: nature, prevalence, etiology, treatment outcome literature, prevention programs, and critical consideration of the self-help literature of a given mental health concern. In addition there will be opportunities to apply effective coping/intervention strategies. Mental health topics will be considered from the perspective of those experiencing symptoms of a given men… --- # PSYC 494 — Independent Study Psychology 1 credits · 1 hours Arranged Independent Study in Psychology --- # PSYC 499 — Extended Psychology Internship 1 credits · 1 hours Students register for this course when their internship requires more field hours than are credited in PSYC 400 , or when they wish to explore additional areas of professional practice in psychology. Students will be required to spend 50 hours in the field for each credit hour. --- # SOCI 101 — Introduction to Sociology 3 credits · 3 hours A survey of basic concepts and research areas in sociology, including sociology origins, major theoretical perspectives, research methods, culture, social structure, socialization, group processes, formal organizations, deviance and social control, stratification, racial/ethnic and gender inequality, social institutions, demography, collective behavior, and social change. --- # SOCI 211 — Marriage and the Family 3 credits · 3 hours The origin of marriage and family in historical and comparative perspective; family diversity in contemporary society; application of theoretical perspectives to family processes; gender roles, courtship, mate selection, married relationships, parenthood, marriage termination, alternatives to marriage, and the future family. --- # SOCI 212 — Human Relations 3 credits · 3 hours Covers concepts and ideas which enable students to recognize and identify oppression, discrimination, and racism, along with learning techniques for building community in a pluralistic society with its great variety of cultures, value systems, and life styles. Includes study of the cultural content, world view, and concepts that comprise Minnesota-based American Indian tribal government, history, language, and culture. --- # SOCI 220 — Social Problems 3 credits · 3 hours This course critically analyzes contemporary social problems from historical, structural, and theoretical perspectives. Problems analyzed vary, but all analyses are premised on the sociological understanding that humans are products of their social environments. Theory and research are used to demonstrate that social problems are interrelated and that society creates and perpetuates problems. --- # SOCI 244 — Sociology of Deviant Behavior 3 credits · 3 hours Consideration of various approaches to the study of deviant behavior; contemporary theories and methods of study; discussion of the ethical issues raised by the study of deviant behavior; the social processes whereby persons and patterns of behavior come to be identified as deviant. Topics of deviance analyzed vary, but theory and research are applied to all areas. --- # SOCI 270 — Gender Issues 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces theories, research, and current issues related to the gender roles in society. Course content includes various theoretical approaches to the sociological study of gender, historical and cross-cultural comparisons, research findings, policy issues, structural influences, and current change trends. --- # SOCI 286 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to provide lower-division students with an opportunity to experience a special or experimental curriculum course. --- # SOCI 310 — Sociology of Aging 3 credits · 3 hours This course will provide an overview of the sociological study of aging. To understand the experience of growing old, students will analyze common beliefs about old people, investigate the diversity of the aged, and consider how later life is shaped by institutions, such as the family, the economy, employment, retirement, social services, and health care. Emphasis will be given to the changes that are associated with aging and the resulting dynamic interactions between older people and their environment. --- # SOCI 313 — Self and Society 3 credits · 3 hours A sociological introduction to social psychology, including a symbolic interactionist understanding of the individual in society, the impact of social conditions and culture on personal development, freedom and control in human behavior, and the human ability to respond to and cause social change. --- # SOCI 314 — Sociological Theory 3 credits · 3 hours In this course, students will explore how sociologists use theory to understand the social world. This course introduces key sociological theories from the 19th century to the present, exploring major schools of thought and the intellectual contexts that shaped them. Students will engage with foundational texts, examine theorists¿ core arguments, and consider how theory connects abstract ideas to real-world observations. By the end of the course, students will have a stronger grasp of sociology¿s foundations and how theory continues to shape the field. --- # SOCI 315 — Applied Social Research 3 credits · 3 hours This introduction to social research applies social research methods to sociology, criminal justice, and social work. Includes analysis of published research along with quantitative and qualitative research methods in investigating social issues, program evaluation, practice evaluation, policy analysis, and needs assessment. --- # SOCI 318 — Forces for Social Change 3 credits · 3 hours Changing technology, collective behavior, reform and revolution; causes and consequences of social change, creative and destructive consequences of changing social patterns; the relevance of history to social process. --- # SOCI 324 — Sociology of Sexualities 3 credits · 3 hours This course will provide a sociological perspective on sexual identities, behaviors, and the negative societal response of homophobia. Course content focuses on the social construction of sexual identity, and the complex personal, social and political issues of sexuality. Topics on sexuality may vary, but theory and research is applied to all areas. --- # SOCI 331 — Racial & Ethnic Relations 3 credits · 3 hours Causes and consequences of prejudice, discrimination, and segregation; relationships of ethnic, racial, and religious minorities to dominant categories in the United States and globally; remedial programs to reduce racial, ethnic, and religious tensions. --- # SOCI 360 — Sociology of Work 3 credits · 3 hours This course familiarizes students with sociological concepts and research related to work. Issues include such topics as alienation, job satisfaction, control over the workplace, changing work conditions, employment and wage inequalities, and conflict between work and family. --- # SOCI 370 — Criminology 3 credits · 3 hours Explanation and critical analysis of crime and criminal behavior. This course examines measuring crime, violent crime, crimes against property, criminal careers, terrorism, and criminological and other theories of crime. Special attention is given to what works, what doesnt, significant research, meaningful theoretical insights, restorative justice, prevention, and promising programs. --- # SOCI 410 — Consumer Culture & Society 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines the social and cultural dimensions of consumer behavior. Students will explore why people consume, how consumption shapes identity and status, and what broader societal and environmental impacts result from modern consumption patterns. Through historical and contemporary examples, the course encourages critical reflection on the everyday practices of consumer life. --- # SOCI 420 — Family & Intimate Partner Violence 3 credits · 3 hours This course is an introduction to the sociological study of family and intimate partner violence (IPV). In this course, students will examine the social factors contributing to family and intimate partner violence, as well as the theoretical approaches and typologies used to understand these issues. In addition to current research looking at the risk markers of abuse, this course will also examine the consequences of and responses to family and intimate partner violence. --- # SOCI 445 — Social Inequality 3 credits · 3 hours This course examines social inequality as a multifaceted social phenomenon. Students will explore key dimensions of social inequality, stratification, and sociological theories that explain its origins, persistence, and impact. Topics include the intersection of class, race, gender, with attention to how these factors shape life chances, attitudes, and behaviors. The course emphasizes critical analysis and engagement with empirical research to understand patterns of inequality. --- # SOCI 450 — Individual Readings 1 credits · 1 hours To provide individual students with an opportunity to explore areas of special interest for academic credit. --- # SOCI 486 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to provide upper-division students with an opportunity to experience a special or experimental curriculum enrichment course. --- # SOCI 495 — Senior Capstone in Sociology 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide students with a senior capstone and offer career direction. A thesis option allows students to integrate previous sociological study by designing, completing, and presenting a research project. The non-thesis option allows students to work under a carefully planned and approved program. --- # SOCI 499 — Field Experience/Internship 1 credits · 1 hours Research or internship in an organization or community, defined in individual learning agreements and consisting of combining sociological concepts and theory with one or more of the following: qualitative research, quantitative research, applied sociology. Prerequisites: Sociology major or minor, Justice Administration major, Anthropology minor, or Criminal Justice minor. --- # SPAN 101 — Beginning Spanish I 3 credits · 3 hours Introduces students to the basic vocabulary and structures of Spanish, help build communicative competence and introduces students to the interconnectivity of the Spanish-speaking world to the world at large. Placement: for students with no prior knowledge of Spanish, 1 year or less of high school Spanish or equivalent, or consent of instructor. --- # SPAN 102 — Beginning Spanish II 3 credits · 3 hours Continues to introduce students to the basic vocabulary and structures of Spanish, helps build communicative competence and introduces students to the interconnectivity of the Spanish-speaking world to the world at large. Placement: for students with 2 years or less of high school Spanish or equivalent, or consent of instructor. --- # SPAN 201 — Intermediate Spanish I 3 credits · 3 hours Continued development of the four basic language skills (reading, writing, speaking, listening) through the study of the cultures and countries of Spanish speakers worldwide. Course assumes basic ability to use Spanish for daily discourse (present tense). This is a logical entry point for heritage Spanish speakers. SPAN 201 counts as an elective in the Spanish minor --- # SPAN 202 — Intermediate Spanish II 3 credits · 3 hours Continue the development of communicative competence in Spanish through the study of the cultures and countries of Spanish speakers worldwide. Course assumes basic ability to use Spanish for daily discourse (present tense) and simple narratives (past tenses). SPAN 202 counts as an elective in the Spanish minor --- # SPAN 205 — Intensive Intermediate Spanish I & II 5 credits · 5 hours This course continues the development of Spanish communication skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Selected readings and topics will extend student knowledge and appreciation of culture and social issues in the Spanish-speaking world. This course uses the same text and covers the same material as SPAN 201 and 202 combined in one semester (5 credits). --- # SPAN 211 — Latin American and Spanish Cinema 1 credits · 1 hours The 1-credit course, SPAN 211 Latin American and Spanish Cinema, will be taught in Spanish. It will use informative and thought­ provoking films to focus on the contemporary history, literature, and art culture of the Hispanic world. Supplementary texts and articles will provide background historical events and analysis to enhance the understanding of the circumstances and themes that each of the films address. Students will be able to improve their argumentative and analytical skills, and to develop new, more complex, vocabulary through discussions and writing assignments. --- # SPAN 222 — Beginning Applied Conversational Spanish 1 credits · 1 hours This class is open to beginning Spanish-language students as a structured opportunity to practice Spanish in a relaxed setting. The class is based on the idea of Sobremesa, a Spanish word without equivalent in English that describes the conversation that occurs between friends and family after sharing a meal. Students will attend the open Sobremesa event weekly, in order to regularly practice their conversational Spanish skills with others outside a classroom setting. --- # SPAN 235 — Spanish for Law Enforcement 1 credits · 1 hours This course is an entry-level highly specific Spanish language training course for law enforcement and other personnel involved with the U.S. judicial system. There is no prerequisite. --- # SPAN 237 — Spanish for Health Care Professionals 1 credits · 1 hours This course is an entry-level highly specific Spanish language training course for persons interested in pursuing a career within the health care system. Focus will be on intake and diagnostic questioning, and providing kinesthetic directions. There is no prerequisite. --- # SPAN 238 — Spanish for Nurses 1 credits · 1 hours This course is an entry-level highly specific Spanish language training course for persons interested in pursuing a nursing career (or currently working in a nursing capacity) within the U.S. health care system. Focus will be on intake and diagnostic questioning, and providing kinesthetic directions in Spanish. There is no prerequisite. --- # SPAN 239 — Spanish for Teachers 1 credits · 1 hours Participants will learn basic Spanish pronunciation before moving on to phrases appropriate to specific school situations. The class is divided into two major sections, one dealing with speaking with parents and/or other adults, the other dealing with children in a school setting. Focus will be on Spanish phrases needed for Teacher Talk (management phrases for the classroom, school grounds, hallways, restrooms, etc.) along with phrases for more varied school settings (specific classrooms, parent-teacher conferences, etc.). --- # SPAN 286 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours Topics in Hispanic Culture and Literature. --- # SPAN 311 — Spanish Conversation and Reading 3 credits · 3 hours Reading practice and discussion based on a novel from contemporary popular literature of a Spanish-speaking country. Intensive vocabulary building. --- # SPAN 312 — Spanish Composition and Advanced Grammar 3 credits · 3 hours Written practice based on a variety of comprehensible materials (readings and videos) drawn from contemporary culture of Spanish-speaking countries. Intensive grammar review. --- # SPAN 313 — Introduction to Spanish Translation 3 credits · 3 hours A course designed for students seeking to refine their technical abilities in translating Spanish to English and English to Spanish. Particular attention is given to the linguistic and socio-linguistic issues involved in translation. --- # SPAN 321 — Study of 20th Century Literature 3 credits · 3 hours A study of selected works from 20th century Iberian and Latin American authors which will stress major themes and movements. --- # SPAN 322 — Intermediate Applied Conversational Spanish 1 credits · 1 hours This class is open to intermediate Spanish-language students as a structured opportunity to practice Spanish in a relaxed setting. The class is based on the idea of Sobremesa, a Spanish word without equivalent in English that describes the conversation that occurs between friends and family after sharing a meal. Students will attend the open Sobremesa event weekly and practice their Spanish skills through guiding the conversation and introducing topics of interest, making sure all are included in the conversation. --- # SPAN 335 — Spanish for Professions, Community Service and Business 3 credits · 3 hours Work toward proficiency in areas of communication skills required for those who intend to use Spanish as a principal asset in their occupation. --- # SPAN 341 — Spanish Culture & Civilization 3 credits · 3 hours A systematic overview of Iberian culture and civilization. Geography, political, social, and intellectual history will be the basis for reading, writing, and discussion. --- # SPAN 342 — Latin American Culture & Civilization 3 credits · 3 hours Major cultural and historical aspects of Latin America from pre-colonial times to the present will be the basis for reading, writing, and discussion. --- # SPAN 394 — Supervised Study in Spanish 1 credits · 1 hours For those who have completed basic Spanish or are heritage speakers. Work toward mastery of a specific skill (reading, writing, listening, and speaking) as needed by student. Topic, credits, and hour awarded will be determined by the professor in conjunction with the student. --- # SPAN 395 — Independent Spanish Study Abroad 1 credits · 1 hours For students who have completed an approved Spanish educational program in a Spanish-speaking country. The student must request and receive departmental approval prior to departure in order for credits to be transferred or awarded. --- # SPAN 465 — Independent Studies in Spanish 1 credits · 1 hours For advanced students who have a specific project or topic they wish to pursue. Independent Study projects should be initiated by the student based on their interests outside of a typical classroom course. Credits and hours by arrangement. May be repeated. --- # SPAN 486 — Topics in Hispanic Culture and Literature 1 credits · 1 hours . --- # SPED 200 — Introduction to Special Needs Lab 1 credits · 1 hours This course is intended to provide a field experience in integrated special education settings and aid the student in valuing diversity and inclusion. This is intended for transfer students who need an introductory field experience. This is equivalent to the SPED 290 lab, which is 15 hours. --- # SPED 286 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours A study of more advanced topics in special education not normally provided as part of the curriculum. --- # SPED 290 — Introduction to Special Needs and Lab 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides information on the various exceptionalities and facilitates understanding of the basic special needs education services provided to children with disabilities, and includes gifted and talented. Topics include federal and state mandates, planning with parents, team approaches, teaching methodologies, and curriculum modifications and adaptations. A portfolio, reflective journal, and field experience will assist students in valuing diversity and inclusion. --- # SPED 400 — Field Experience in Special Education 0 credits · 0 hours This course is intended to provide a field experience in integrated special education settings and aid the student in valuing diversity and inclusion. The number of contact hours will be based on the credits taken. This is intended for transfer students who need an introductory field experience or for students taking the special education core and need a one credit companion field experience. This lab may be taken only once for no credit as an undergraduate or twice for one credit (undergraduate or graduate) in different settings. --- # SPED 423 — Positive Classroom & Behavior Mgmt Strategies for SPED Classroom & Lab 3 credits · 3 hours The Positive Classroom and Behavior Management Strategies for the Special Education Classroom course will focus on specific classroom management styles congruent with inclusive and culturally responsive classrooms. It will also focus on learning strategies to effectively manage and teach students who exhibit high behavioral needs in a proactive, positive manner. . Teacher candidates cooperatively plan and teach content and skill objectives during a field experience/lab in a birth - age 21 setting with diverse learners. --- # SPED 430 — Foundations in Mild to Moderate Disabilities 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides the characteristics and educational programming for mild to moderate disabilities, including emotional behavior disorders, learning disabilities, developmental cognitive disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, traumatic brain injuries, and other health disorders. --- # SPED 440 — Assessment & Educational Planning & Lab 4 credits · 4 hours This course provides strategies for planning assessment, concepts of measurement, interpretation of assessment results, and their use in making programming decisions for individual students in special education. --- # SPED 443 — Diseases and Disorders in Childhood 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on understanding the medical diseases and disorders of childhood ages birth through 18 and the implications and potential impacts of these diseases and disorders on student learning. This course is designed to provide relevant knowledge and skills needed to work with children with physical and health disorders, including knowledge of medical terminology, human anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, kinesiology, neurology, secondary health care issues with specific disabilities, specific condition needs, managing personal physical care, first aid techniques, and evacuation p… --- # SPED 450 — Curriculum Design & Implementation in Special Education 3 credits · 3 hours A course in the best practices and procedures in curriculum instruction techniques and performance evaluation for all exceptionalities. Application in the process of individualized programming and modification/accommodation plans in integrated educational settings, use of assistive technologies, and adaptive techniques will be covered. --- # SPED 458 — Pre-Student Teaching Experience 3 credits · 3 hours This course will help the teacher candidate begin a plan for professional development. A portfolio will be an ongoing project for the course, as well as discussions and activities related to preparing for the teaching profession. Candidates taking this course will complete their Pre-Student Teaching Experience for 10 full days. --- # SPED 459 — Professional Development & Action Research 1 credits · 1 hours This required course will help the teacher education student begin a plan for professional development. A portfolio will be an ongoing project for the course, as well as discussions and activities related to preparing for the teaching profession. Students taking the course will complete their Pre-Student Teaching Experience. --- # SPED 459L — Pre-Student Teaching Experience 0 credits · 0 hours This required course will help the teacher education student begin a plan for professional development. A portfolio will be an ongoing project for the course, as well as discussions and activities related to preparing for the teaching profession. Students taking the course will complete their pre-student teaching experience. --- # SPED 460 — Positive Behavior Support in Special Education 3 credits · 3 hours A course in theories of behavior, functional behavior assessment, and the laws, policies, and ethical principles regarding the planning and implementation of positive behavior supports for students with challenging behavior. --- # SPED 465 — Advanced Practicum 6 credits · 6 hours This course is intended for licensed teachers seeking an additional licensure or endorsement. Candidates need to complete a minimum of 80 hours in the scope and content of the licensure area sought. Advanced Practicum candidate hours and grade bands will be determined by the evaluation of practicum candidate experience. --- # SPED 466 — Student Teaching K-12 Special Education 12 credits · 12 hours Supervised semester long field experience, required for K-12 Special Education licensure fields, in kindergarten - Grade 12 classrooms, evaluated by a classroom supervisor and a University supervisor. Students demonstrate Teacher Education program outcomes and present a portfolio at a final conference. Admission to Teacher Education program required. --- # SPED 467 — Advanced Student Teaching in Special Education 6 credits · 6 hours This course is intended for students who are not yet licensed but who are completing the requirements for a second or third, etc., licensure field. Additional weeks of supervised practice teaching in the area of Special Education in an elementary and/or secondary school setting. --- # SPED 468 — Student Teaching in a Special Education Residency Program I 6 credits · 6 hours A supervised year-long clinical experience, in the scope and content of licensure area sought, evaluated by a cooperating teacher and a university supervisor. Teacher candidates demonstrate Teacher Preparation Program outcomes through a portfolio and a board-adopted performance assessment. --- # SPED 469 — Student Teaching in a Special Education Residency Program II 6 credits · 6 hours A supervised year-long clinical experience, in the scope and content of licensure area sought, evaluated by a cooperating teacher and a university supervisor, Teacher candidates demonstrate Teacher Preparation Program outcomes through a portfolio and a board-adopted performance assessment. --- # SPED 470 — Collaboration in Educational Settings 3 credits · 3 hours An understanding of the issues, resources, and techniques of communication, collaboration, consultation, and transitions for children, their families, the school, and all stakeholders in regular and special education settings. This includes professional reflection and development. The role of mental health professionals and agencies is included. --- # SPED 480 — Procedural Safeguards in Special Education 3 credits · 3 hours Procedural safeguards for legal, judicial, medical, and educational systems that serve students with disabilities are studied, which includes due process and transition. --- # SPED 481 — Compliant Practices in IEP Writing 3 credits · 3 hours This course will explore in depth the components of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Students will gain experience in writing all components of IEPs and as well as evaluate IEPs for compliance and best practice. --- # SPED 485 — Autism Spectrum Disorders:Issues & Needs 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an overview of autism spectrum disorders for individuals from birth through age 21. Identification and legal requirements, current theories and practices, medical and neurological perspectives, social/behavioral characteristics, and coexisting conditions will be studied with an understanding that educators rely on the assistance of a partnership with parents. --- # SPED 486 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours A study of more advanced topics in special education not normally provided as part of the curriculum. --- # SPED 490 — Trends & Traditions in Special Education 1 credits · 1 hours This course is intended to provide elective forums on topics of current importance in the field of special education as well as traditional and longstanding topics and methods in SPED. --- # SPED 494 — Independent Study 1 credits · 1 hours This course allows students to do an in-depth, independent exploration of a topic for a better understanding in the field of Special Education. --- # SPED 499 — Internship 1 credits · 1 hours This course involves on-the-job experience. It requires discussion of experience and problems with internship advisor, as well as significant oral and written reports summarizing the learning involved in the field of Special Education. --- # SPED 500 — Field Experience in Special Education 1 credits · 1 hours This course is intended to provide a field experience in integrated special education settings and aid the student in valuing diversity and inclusion. The number of contact hours will be based on the credits taken. This is intended for transfer students who need an introductory field experience or for students taking the special education core and need a one credit companion field experience. This lab may be taken only once for no credit as an undergraduate or twice for one credit (undergraduate or graduate) in different settings. --- # SPED 530 — Foundations in Mild to Moderate Disabilities 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides the characteristics and educational programming for mild to moderate disabilities, including emotional behavior disorders, learning disabilities, developmental cognitive disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, traumatic brain injuries, and other health disorders. --- # SPED 540 — Assessment & Educational Planning & Lab 4 credits · 4 hours This course provides strategies for planning assessment, concepts of measurement, interpretation of assessment results, and their use in making programming decisions for individual students in special education. --- # SPED 543 — Diseases and Disorders in Childhood 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on understanding the medical diseases and disorders of childhood ages birth through 18 and the implications and potential impacts of these diseases and disorders on student learning. This course is designed to provide relevant knowledge and skills needed to work with children with physical and health disorders, including knowledge of medical terminology, human anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, kinesiology, neurology, secondary health care issues with specific disabilities, specific condition needs, managing personal physical care, first aid techniques, and evacuation p… --- # SPED 550 — Curriculum Design & Implementation in Special Education 3 credits · 3 hours A course in the best practices and procedures in curriculum instruction techniques and performance evaluation for all exceptionalities. Application in the process of individualized programming and modification/accommodation plans in integrated educational settings, use of assistive technologies, and adaptive techniques will be covered. --- # SPED 559 — Professional Development & Action Research 1 credits · 1 hours This required course will help the teacher education student begin a plan for professional development. A portfolio will be an ongoing project for the course, as well as discussions and activities related to preparing for the teaching profession. Students taking the course will complete their Pre-Student Teaching Experience. --- # SPED 559L — Pre-Student Teaching Experience 0 credits · 0 hours This required course will help the teacher education student begin a plan for professional development. A portfolio will be an ongoing project for the course, as well as discussions and activities related to preparing for the teaching profession. Students taking the course will complete their pre-student teaching experience. --- # SPED 560 — Positive Behavior Support in Special Education 3 credits · 3 hours A course in theories of behavior, functional behavior assessment, and the laws, policies, and ethical principles regarding the planning and implementation of positive behavior supports for students with challenging behavior. --- # SPED 565 — Advanced Practicum 6 credits · 6 hours This course is intended for licensed teachers seeking an additional licensure or endorsement. Candidates need to complete a minimum of 80 hours in the scope and content of the licensure area sought. Advanced Practicum candidate hours and grade bands will be determined by the evaluation of practicum candidate experience. --- # SPED 566 — Special Education ABS Student Teaching K-12 6 credits · 6 hours Supervised 15-week long field experience, required for initial K-12 Special Education: Academic Behavioral Strategist, in Kindergarten - Grade 12 classrooms, evaluated by a classroom supervisor and a University Supervisor. Students demonstrate Teacher Education program outcomes and present a portfolio at a final conference. Instructor Permission Required. --- # SPED 567 — Special Education Advanced Student Teaching 6 credits · 6 hours This course is intended for candidates seeking more than one initial licensure. Candidates need to complete a minimum of two full-time student teaching weeks in the scope and content of the licensure area sought. --- # SPED 570 — Collaboration in Educational Settings 3 credits · 3 hours An understanding of the issues, resources, and techniques of communication, collaboration, consultation, and transitions for children, their families, the school, and all stakeholders in regular and special education settings. This includes professional reflection and development. The role of mental health professionals and agencies is included. --- # SPED 580 — Procedural Safeguards in Special Education 3 credits · 3 hours Procedural safeguards for legal, judicial, medical, and educational systems that serve students with disabilities are studied, which includes due process and transition. --- # SPED 581 — Compliant Practices in IEP Writing 3 credits · 3 hours This course will explore in depth the components of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Students will gain experience in writing all components of IEPs and as well as evaluate IEPs for compliance and best practice. --- # SPED 585 — Autism Spectrum Disorders:Issues & Needs 3 credits · 3 hours This course provides an overview of autism spectrum disorders for individuals from birth through age 21. Identification and legal requirements, current theories and practices, medical and neurological perspectives, social/behavioral characteristics, and coexisting conditions will be studied with an understanding that educators rely on the assistance of an partnership with parents. --- # SPED 586 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours This course is designed to provide an opportunity for students to experience a special or experimental curriculum enrichment course. --- # SPED 590 — Trends & Traditions in Special Education 1 credits · 1 hours This course is intended to provide elective forums on topics of current importance in the field of special education as well as traditional and longstanding topics and methods in SPED. --- # SPED 610 — ASD Professional Planning and Assessment 2 credits · 2 hours Students create a Live Text portfolio to reflect their professional growth and development in Special Education: Autism Spectrum Disorders. The portfolio is the accumulation of artifacts and written reflections they have collected throughout the course work taken and practicum experiences they have completed. --- # SPED 611 — DD Professional Planning and Assessment 2 credits · 2 hours Students create a Live Text portfolio to reflect their professional growth and development in Special Education: Developmental Delay. The portfolio is the accumulation of artifacts and written reflections they have collected throughout the course work taken and practicum experiences they have completed. --- # SPED 613 — EBD Professional Planning and Assessment 2 credits · 2 hours Students create a Live Text portfolio to reflect their professional growth and development in Special Education: Emotional Behavioral Disorders. The portfolio is the accumulation of artifacts and written reflections they have collected throughout the course work taken and practicum experiences they have completed. --- # SPED 614 — LD Professional Planning and Assessment 2 credits · 2 hours Students create a Live Text portfolio to reflect their professional growth and development in Special Education: Learning Disabilities. The portfolio is the accumulation of artifacts and written reflections they have collected throughout the course work taken and practicum experiences they have completed. --- # SPED 620 — Characteristics of Students with Learning & Behavior Disorders 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the etiology and characteristics of children and youth with learning and behavior disorders. Included is an investigation of the impact of socioeconomic and psycho-social factors; disabling, associated, or medical conditions, and culturally or linguistically diverse students. --- # SPED 621 — Access and Support for Ind. with Moderate to Severe Dev. Disabilities 3 credits · 3 hours An examination of the best practices and procedures for meeting the developmental and learning needs of children and youth with developmental disabilities, including appropriate medical support and adaptive, augmentative, and/or assistive technologies. --- # SPED 623 — Characteristics of Students with Moderate to Severe EBD 3 credits · 3 hours A study of the behavior of children and youth with emphasis on the diagnosis and modification of behaviors, intervention and reintegration strategies, and follow-up techniques in instructional settings. --- # SPED 624 — Characteristics of Students with Moderate to Severe Learning Disabilities 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the etiology and characteristics of children and youth with Moderate to Severe Learning Disabilities. Included is an investigation of the impact of socioeconomic and psycho-social factors; disabling, associated, or medical conditions, and culturally or linguistically diverse students and the collaboration needed for student success. --- # SPED 625 — Applied Research and Assessment in Education 3 credits · 3 hours Students will learn and apply education research and assessment as a means of analyzing and improving teaching and the learning of content. Students will use their findings to enhance the scholarship of teaching and learning. --- # SPED 626 — Research: Project Design 3 credits · 3 hours Students identify an issue of interest to their professional development. The issue may include, but is not limited to, instructional, organizational, or community processes related to their practice or content area. Students develop a research project designed to improve, implement or understand the issue identified. Admission to Special Education Graduate Program is required. --- # SPED 627 — Research Project Implementation 2 credits · 2 hours Students implement and complete their research project --- # SPED 641 — Life Span Learning & Outcomes for Individuals w/ Mod to Severe Dev Disabil 3 credits · 3 hours A study of the cognitive, social, motor, communication, and affective behavior and needs of children, youth, and adults with moderate to severe developmental disabilities, including transition needs and independent living, safety, leisure, and vocational programming. --- # SPED 642 — Programming & Assessment in Early ChildhooProgramming for ECSE: Birth to 6 3 credits · 3 hours Current research and recommended practices for early intervention will guide the study of the methods and materials employed with infants and young children, birth through age 6. --- # SPED 643 — Behavior Management & Teaching Strategies 3 credits · 3 hours A study of the behavior of children and youth with emphasis on the diagnosis and modification of behaviors, intervention and reintegration strategies, and follow-up techniques in instructional settings. --- # SPED 644 — Teaching & Achievement Strategies for Learning Disabilities 3 credits · 3 hours A study of the theories, content, methods, and materials for delivery of instruction for students with learning disabilities and differences. Procedures to deliver individualized instruction, develop and/or modify instructional materials, and adapt to various instructional models are developed and practiced. --- # SPED 670 — ASD: Practicum in Autism Spectrum Disorders Birth-Age 21, Levels 1-3 3 credits · 3 hours A supervised field experience and critical study combined to provide an opportunity to relate theory to practice and apply the ASD standards through a variety of early and ongoing clinical experiences in teaching children with autism spectrum disorders in birth through age 21 settings across level 1 to 3 (mild to moderate disability levels). --- # SPED 673 — EBD: Practicum in Emotional/Behavioral Disorders in grades K-12, Levels 1-3 3 credits · 3 hours A supervised field experience and critical study combined to provide an opportunity to relate theory to practice and apply the EBD standards through a variety of early and ongoing clinical experiences in teaching children with emotional/behavioral disorders in grades K-12 settings across level 1 to 3 (mild to moderate disability levels). --- # SPED 674 — LD: Practicum in Learning Disabilities in grades K-12, Levels 1-3 3 credits · 3 hours A supervised field experience and critical study combined to provide an opportunity to relate theory to practice and apply the LD standards through a variety of early and ongoing clinical experiences in teaching children with learning disabilities in grades K-12 settings across levels 1 to 3 (mild to moderate disability levels). --- # SPED 680 — ASD: Practicum in Autism Spectrum Disorders Birth-Age 21, Levels 3-4 3 credits · 3 hours A supervised field experience and critical study combined to provide an opportunity to relate theory to practice and apply the ASD standards through a variety of early and ongoing clinical experiences in teaching children with autism spectrum disorders in birth through age 21 settings across levels 3 to 4 3 (moderate to severe disability levels).Students must be enrolled in or have successfully completed one of the following courses: SPED 686 , SPED 687 , or SPED 688 --- # SPED 681 — DD: Practicum in Developmental Disabilities: K-12, levels 3-4 3 credits · 3 hours A supervised field experience and critical study combined to provide an opportunity to relate theory to practice and apply the DD standards through a variety of early and ongoing clinical experiences in teaching children with developmental disabilities in grades K-12 settings across levels 3 to 4 (moderate to severe disability levels). --- # SPED 683 — EBD: Practicum in Emotional/Behavioral Disorders in grades K-12, Levels 3-4 3 credits · 3 hours A supervised field experience and critical study combined to provide an opportunity to relate theory to practice and apply the EBD standards through a variety of early and ongoing clinical experiences in teaching children with emotional/behavioral disorders in grades K-12 settings across levels 3 to 4 (moderate to severe disability levels). --- # SPED 684 — LD Practicum in Learning Disabilities in grades K-12, Level 3-4 3 credits · 3 hours A supervised field experience and critical study combined to provide an opportunity to relate theory to practice and apply the LD standards through a variety of early and ongoing clinical experiences in teaching children with learning disabilities in grades K-12 settings across levels 3 to 4 (moderate to severe disability levels). --- # SPED 686 — Autism Spectrum Disorders: Assessment & Programming 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers assessment, eligibility criterion, programming, and transition plans for individuals with ASD. Generalization of skills to natural environments is included. --- # SPED 687 — Autism Spectrum Disorders: Communication & Social Skills 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers the communication needs and supports for individuals with ASD and their relationship to social skill development. The impact of cultural and linguistic diversity is included. --- # SPED 688 — Autism Spectrum Disorders: Behavioral & Instructional Strategies 3 credits · 3 hours This course covers factors that affect behavior in individuals with ASD. This includes research-based methods, proactive strategies, and positive behavioral supports. Includes a field experience. --- # SWRK 150 — Introduction to the Helping Professions 3 credits · 3 hours Students talk about wanting to make a difference -to change the world in some way. This course helps students examine their ideas and values related to making a difference. The course emphasizes professional values and ethics and an understanding of historical and current trends affecting vulnerable populations. It offers students an opportunity to explore the wide range of roles and areas of specialization unique to the profession, including case management, direct services, counseling, child welfare, community-based mental health, health care, criminal justice, youth work, forensic social w… --- # SWRK 210 — Preparative Field Practicum 0 credits · 0 hours Often, students in two-year schools will complete an internship or field practicum for credit for their AA or AS degree. When students transfer those credits to SMSU as part of the social work major, this course would be the course equivalent for those credits. --- # SWRK 234 — Introduction to Social Work & Social Welfare 3 credits · 3 hours This is an introductory social work course in which students will learn about the profession of social work, its fields of practice, values and ethics, policies and history of the social work profession, its interactions with contexts which shape practice, and its promotion of social and economic justice to advance human rights, alleviating critical social problems, and promoting well-being. The course will also offer knowledge and practice behaviors in engaging diversity and differences in social work practice. As an introduction to the social work profession, the course will discuss being a… --- # SWRK 242 — Introduction to Gerontology 3 credits · 3 hours This course will introduce students to the field of aging and the impact of aging upon the individual, the family, and society. The course will also cover social, cultural, political, and economic issues facing older adults. --- # SWRK 250 — Social Services in Health Care 3 credits · 3 hours This course focuses on how social workers in hospitals and clinics assist people in making better use of health care facilities, in preventing illness, in dealing with the impact of disability on themselves and their families, and in preserving their health. Emphasizes the necessity for effective collaboration with other health professionals in interdisciplinary health teams for optimum services. --- # SWRK 280 — Substance Abuse & Other Addictive Behaviors 3 credits · 3 hours This course will acquaint students with issues of substance abuse and other addictive disorders. Students will examine current theories of addiction, discuss various treatment modalities, and come to understand the issues of assessment and intervention. Race, gender, and culture will be addressed throughout the course. --- # SWRK 286 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours Specialized study in social work, such as social work with select populations or selected issues. --- # SWRK 315 — Child Welfare 3 credits · 3 hours This is an introductory course for students interested in a career in public, private or tribal child welfare services. This course is designed to provide students with an overview of child welfare services from historical, theoretical and practice perspectives. Community-based support services will be reviewed as well as services to children in their homes and services to children outside of their homes. Students will also discuss diverse family contexts and the domains and indicators of child well-being. Students will understand child welfare practice at the micro, mezzo and macro levels wi… --- # SWRK 321 — Workshop 1 credits · 1 hours Selected continuing education topics in social work. --- # SWRK 330 — Basic Interviewing Skills 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide students with practice in the use of a variety of interviewing techniques. The course will also allow the student to become acquainted with the professional literature of counseling and the role of ethics in social work and other helping professions. --- # SWRK 340 — Human Behavior in the Social Environment 3 credits · 3 hours The theoretical aspects of the systems perspective as a framework for social work practice; integration of knowledge of biological, psychological, social-structural and cultural sources of behavior as they affect or are affected by human behavior; understanding of behavior and environment with a review of micro-level systems and an emphasis on macro-level systems. It is strongly recommended students have completed a biology course, Introduction to Sociology and a developmental or lifespan psychology course before taking SWRK 340 . --- # SWRK 342 — Generalist Social Work Practice I 3 credits · 3 hours An examination of models of generalist practice in working with individuals, families, and small groups from systems, life model, and Person-In-Environment perspectives. Reviews basic interviewing and interpersonal skills. Places emphasis on assessment of strengths and problems at various system levels, contracting, and intervention strategies. Practice evaluation, utilizing single-system designs, is examined. It is strongly recommended students have completed SWRK 340 and a developmental or lifespan psychology course before taking SWRK 342 . Admission to major is required to register. --- # SWRK 343 — Generalist Social Work Practice II 3 credits · 3 hours The course will focus on family roles, family dynamics, group dynamics, group structure and process, group types, functions, roles, stages of development, styles of leadership, skills of conducting groups, techniques, problem resolution and the reality and effects of group termination. The course shall emphasize the diversity of human behavior and experience, and recognize the uniqueness of each individual client. It is strongly recommended students have completed SWRK 340 and a developmental or lifespan psychology course before taking SWRK 343 . --- # SWRK 344 — Generalist Social Work Practice III 3 credits · 3 hours An examination of models of generalist practice in working with task groups, organizations, and communities. Emphasis will be placed on the role of generalist social work practice with the community, including skills for organizational relationship building, for planning and development of programs, methods of promoting social change, managing political processes, and practice and program evaluation. It is strongly recommended students have completed SWRK 342 and SWRK 343 before taking SWRK 344 . --- # SWRK 351 — Diverse and At-Risk Populations 3 credits · 3 hours Examines quality-of-life dimensions and outcomes of diverse and at-risk populations important to human service professionals, including age, class, color, disability, ethnicity, family structure, gender, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex and sexual orientation; dimensions examined include education, employment, health, housing, justice administration, and welfare. --- # SWRK 355 — The Impact of Poverty and Inequality 3 credits · 3 hours Students will examine the Theories of Poverty and Inequity as well as look at the four systems of structural perspective on poverty: economic, political, cultural and social systems. Students will then identify and evaluate their own assumptions and learn how to become agents of change in American poverty. --- # SWRK 402 — Social Welfare Policy 3 credits · 3 hours A critical examination of the evolution of social welfare policy in the United States and examination of the importance of social policy knowledge and skills for generalist social work practice. Students will conduct an analysis of specific social welfare policy and/or program. It is strongly recommended students have completed POL 220 or other American government course before taking SWRK 402 . --- # SWRK 450 — Individual Study 1 credits · 1 hours Limited to eight (8) hours, not more than four hours in a given subject area. --- # SWRK 484 — Pre-Field Practicum 1 credits · 1 hours Course preparation for field practicum, including applying for admission to field practicum. Students, in consultation with the field director, select field practicum placements in social service agencies under the supervision of a social worker; includes completion of a learning outcomes contract and field agency orientation; examination of the mechanics of field placement, identification, and discussion of the uses of supervision in field practicum and a review of the NASW Code of Ethics, Minnesota Data Privacy Laws, and Minnesota Board of Social Work Licensing Laws. 40 hours agency orienta… --- # SWRK 485 — Social Work Field Seminar 4 credits · 4 hours Capstone, integrative seminar on topics related to social work practice, with attention to issues and problems experienced in field instruction. Concurrent enrollment in SWRK 499 required. --- # SWRK 486 — Special Topics 1 credits · 1 hours Specialized study in social work, such as social work with select populations or selected issues. --- # SWRK 487 — Social Work Field Seminar I 2 credits · 2 hours Capstone, integrative seminar on topics related to social work practice, with attention to issues and problems experienced in field instruction. Concurrent enrollment in SWRK 497 required. This course requires the following prerequisite SWRK 484 - Pre-Field Practicum. Prerequisites: SWRK 484 --- # SWRK 488 — Social Work Field Seminar II 2 credits · 2 hours Capstone, integrative seminar on topics related to social work practice, with attention to issues and problems experienced in field instruction. Concurrent enrollment in SWRK 498 required. This course requires the following prerequisite SWRK 484 - Pre-Field Practicum. Prerequisites: SWRK 484 --- # SWRK 497 — Field Practicum I 4 credits · 4 hours At least 400 hours supervised field practice in community agencies and programs as a practical application of social work knowledge and skills gained from major coursework. Emphasis on direct work with clients, whether individuals, groups, or communities; taken concurrently with SWRK 487 where students use their experiences to analyze social work theory and practice. Concurrent enrollment in SWRK 487 required. This course requires the following prerequisite SWRK 484 - Pre-Field Practicum. Prerequisites: SWRK 484 --- # SWRK 498 — Field Practicum II 4 credits · 4 hours At least 400 hours supervised field practice in community agencies and programs as a practical application of social work knowledge and skills gained from major coursework. Emphasis on direct work with clients, whether individuals, groups, or communities; taken concurrently with SWRK 488 where students use their experiences to analyze social work theory and practice. Concurrent enrollment in SWRK 488 required. This course requires the following prerequisite SWRK 484 - Pre-Field Practicum. Prerequisites: SWRK 484 --- # SWRK 499 — Field Practicum 8 credits · 8 hours At least 400 hours supervised field practice in community agencies and programs as a practical application of social work knowledge and skills gained from major coursework. Emphasis on direct work with clients, whether individuals, groups, or communities; taken concurrently with SWRK 485 where students use their experiences to analyze social work theory and practice. Concurrent enrollment in SWRK 485 , SWRK 415. --- # TESL 431 — Foundations of Teaching Multilingual Learners & LAB 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to introduce TESL teacher candidates to fundamental theories in the field of teaching ESL. The course builds a foundation of understanding of English learners and topics impacting the academic experiences of language minority students in the United States. TESL teacher candidates will participate in a 15 hour lab field experience with focus on culturally and linguistically diverse learners. The required preparation includes two years of HS foreign language or one year of foreign language in a post-secondary setting. --- # TESL 432 — Understanding Multilingual Language Acquisition 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide an overview of multilingual language acquisition, focusing on communication, pattern, and variability. Through research and practical applications, TESL teacher candidates will develop an understanding of native language acquisition and multilingual language acquisition as well as the impact on the academic setting for ELs, including linguistic, cognitive, social, and affective factors. --- # TESL 433 — Assessment in TESL 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to focus on assessment of English learners across all content areas. TESL teacher candidates will research, develop, and implement effective assessments for ELs to determine language proficiency as well as academic competency. The required preparation includes two years of HS foreign language or one year of foreign language in a post-secondary setting. --- # TESL 434 — Multilingual Literacy & Linguistics 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to focus on literacy skills: listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing, and visually representing with an emphasis on linguistics. TESL teacher candidates will consider first and subsequent language acquisition as well as linguistics in efforts to improve the literacy process for ELs. --- # TESL 435 — TESL Methods & Lab 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide TESL teacher candidates the opportunities to create, implement, and reflect on the teaching and learning process regarding the integration of content and language instruction. Teacher candidates will consider best practices in the field of ESL including strategies and methods based on evidence. The required preparation includes two years of HS foreign language or one year of foreign language in a post-secondary setting. --- # TESL 436 — TESL Partnerships 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide TESL teacher candidates with opportunities to focus on standards and principles of ESL while considering community partnerships and involvement of ESL stakeholders. This course has a community component, which requires experiences outside the class; teacher candidates develop and implement a plan of action to demonstrate planning, commitment, and involvement with ESL stakeholders. The required preparation includes two years of HS foreign language or one year of foreign language in a post-secondary setting. --- # TESL 437 — TESL Practicum 3 credits · 3 hours This practicum is the capstone of the MN K-12 Teacher of ESL Licensure program. Placements will focus on the elementary, middle, and secondary levels. TESL teacher candidates must complete licensure coursework before enrolling in the TESL Practicum. This should be the final term of the TESL teacher candidates program. Approval by instructor required. Course may be concurrently taken with ED 433/533 Assessment in TESL --- # TESL 459 — Professional Development & Action Research 1 credits · 1 hours This required course will help the teacher education student begin a plan for professional development. A portfolio will be an ongoing project for the course, as well as discussions and activities related to preparing for the teaching profession. Students taking the course will complete their Pre-Student Teaching Experience. --- # TESL 459L — Pre-Student Teaching Experience 0 credits · 0 hours This required course will help the teacher education student begin a plan for professional development. A portfolio will be an ongoing project for the course, as well as discussions and activities related to preparing for the teaching profession. Students taking the course will complete their pre-student teaching experience. --- # TESL 466 — Student Teaching in TESL; K-12 & Seminar 12 credits · 12 hours Supervised semester-long field experience, required for K-12 licensure fields, in Kindergarten-Grade 12 classrooms, evaluated by a classroom supervisor and a University supervisor. Students demonstrate Teacher Education program outcomes and present a portfolio at a final conference. --- # TESL 467 — Advanced Student Teaching in TESL-Teaching English as a Second Language 6 credits · 6 hours This course is intended for candidates seeking more than one initial licensure. Candidates need to complete a minimum of two full-time student teaching weeks in the scope and content of the licensure area sought. --- # TESL 468 — Student Teaching in a Multilingual Learner Residency Program I 6 credits · 6 hours A supervised year-long clinical experience, in the scope and content of licensure area sought, evaluated by a cooperating teacher and a university supervisor. Teacher candidates demonstrate Teacher Preparation Program outcomes through a portfolio and a board-adopted performance assessment. --- # TESL 469 — Student Teaching in a Multilingual Learner Residency Program II 6 credits · 6 hours A supervised year-long clinical experience, in the scope and content of licensure area sought, evaluated by a cooperating teacher and a university supervisor. Teacher candidates demonstrate Teacher Preparation Program outcomes through a portfolio and a board-adopted performance assessment. --- # TESL 531 — Foundations of Teaching Multilingual Learners and Lab 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to introduce TESL teacher candidates to fundamental theories in the field of teaching ESL. The course builds a foundation of understanding of English learners and topics impacting the academic experiences of language minority students in the United States. TESL teacher candidates will participate in a 15 hour lab field experience with focus on culturally and linguistically diverse learners. The required preparation includes two years of HS foreign language or one year of foreign language in a post-secondary setting. --- # TESL 532 — Understanding Second Language Acquisition 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide an overview of second language acquisition, focusing on communication, pattern, and variability. Through research and practical applications, TESL teacher candidates will develop an understanding of native language acquisition and second language acquisition as well as the impact on the academic setting for ELs, including linguistic, cognitive, social, and affective factors. The required preparation includes two years of HS foreign language or one year of foreign language in a post-secondary setting. --- # TESL 533 — Assessment in TESL 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to focus on assessment of English learners across all content areas. TESL teacher candidates will research, develop, and implement effective assessments for ELs to determine language proficiency as well as academic competency. The required preparation includes two years of HS foreign language or one year of foreign language in a post-secondary setting. --- # TESL 534 — Second Language Literacy & Linguistics 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to focus on literacy skills: listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing, and visually representing with an emphasis on linguistics. TESL teacher candidates will consider first and second language acquisition as well as linguistics in efforts to improve the literacy process for ELs. The required preparation includes two years of HS foreign language or one year of foreign language in a post-secondary setting. --- # TESL 535 — TESL Methods & Lab 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide TESL teacher candidates opportunities to create, implement, and reflect on the teaching and learning process regarding the integration of content and language instruction. Teacher candidates will consider best practices in the field of ESL including strategies and methods based on evidence. The required preparation includes two years of HS foreign language or one year of foreign language in a post-secondary setting. --- # TESL 536 — TESL Partnerships 3 credits · 3 hours This course is designed to provide TESL teacher candidates with opportunities to focus on standards and principles of ESL while considering community partnerships and involvement of ESL stakeholders. This course has a community component, which requires experiences outside the class; teacher candidates develop and implement a plan of action to demonstrate planning, commitment, and involvement with ESL stakeholders. The required preparation includes two years of HS foreign language or one year of foreign language in a post-secondary setting. --- # TESL 537 — TESL Practicum (Teaching ESL Practicum) 3 credits · 3 hours This practicum is the capstone of the MN K-12 Teacher of ESL Licensure program. Placements will focus on the elementary, middle, and secondary levels. TESL teacher candidates must complete licensure coursework before enrolling in the TESL Practicum. This should be the final term of the TESL teacher candidates program. Approval by instructor required. Course may be concurrently taken with ED 433/533 Assessment in TESL. --- # TESL 559 — Professional Development & Action Research 0.75 credits · 0.75 hours This required course will help the teacher education student begin a plan for professional development. A portfolio will be an ongoing project for the course, as well as discussions and activities related to preparing for the teaching profession. Students taking the course will complete their Pre-Student Teaching Experience. --- # TESL 559L — Pre-Student Teaching Experience 0 credits · 0 hours This required course will help the teacher education student begin a plan for professional development. A portfolio will be an ongoing project for the course, as well as discussions and activities related to preparing for the teaching profession. Students taking the course will complete their pre-student teaching experience. --- # TESL 566 — Student Teaching: K-12 & Seminar 6 credits · 6 hours Supervised capstone clinical experience for K-12 ESL licensure evaluated by a classroom supervisor and an University supervisor and meeting program approved licensure requirements. Candidates demonstrate Teacher Education program outcomes and present a portfolio at a final conference. --- # THTR 100 — Theatre Appreciation 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces the student to basic concepts in theatre, including the collaborative work done by theatre artists and the importance of the audience. --- # THTR 101 — Acting I 3 credits · 3 hours This introductory acting class combines improvisation, theatre games, and monologue and scene work intended to develop the imagination, creativity, and skill level of the theatre performer. May be taken on a credit/no credit basis by non-Theatre majors/minors. --- # THTR 140 — Stagecraft I 3 credits · 3 hours A course designed to acquaint the student with the basic materials and techniques used in building stage scenery. --- # THTR 201 — Acting II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a continuation of THTR 101 , Acting I, and focuses on in-depth performance and analysis work to further develop the students ability to rehearse and perform a role effectively. --- # THTR 220 — Film & Television Appreciation 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction to the historical development and techniques of film and television. The courses includes viewing and discussion of representative selections. Consult the semester schedule for the area to be studied. Course is repeatable up to 12 credits. --- # THTR 230 — Script Analysis I 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to techniques directors, designers, actors, and dramaturgs use for analyzing, researching, and interpreting scripts in order to bring the scripts themes, characters, and environments to life on the stage. --- # THTR 242 — Stage Make-Up I 3 credits · 3 hours This course will teach students the fundamental design principles and application techniques of stage make-up. Advanced make-up effects such as latex pieces, stage blood, and life masks will also be covered. --- # THTR 243 — Costume Construction I 3 credits · 3 hours The object of this course is to teach the student the basic methods and materials used in creating stage costumes and accessories. --- # THTR 244 — Costume History and Design I 3 credits · 3 hours This course introduces students to theatrical costume design and fashion history. Students will expand their knowledge of clothing and accessories from different historical periods and design costumes for various plays and musicals paying close attention to the details of each era. --- # THTR 245 — Scenic Design I 3 credits · 3 hours The course will concentrate on the basic principles of scene design, drafting for the stage, and theatrical model-making. --- # THTR 250 — Lighting and Sound Design I 3 credits · 3 hours This course will teach students the theatrical art of lighting and sound design and engineering. The course focuses on analysis of a script and creating the world of the play through lighting and sound. Utilizing lighting and sound design techniques and equipment, this course will examine the art and mechanics of designing and executing theatrical lighting and sound. --- # THTR 265 — Stage Management I 3 credits · 3 hours This course will explore the roles and functions of stage managers in theatrical productions, and provide an opportunity to practice basic stage management skills, with an emphasis on organization, documentation, dissemination of information, and running technical rehearsals and performances. --- # THTR 286 — Special Topics in Theatre 1 credits · 1 hours A course designed to meet any special needs of students and faculty. Emphasis on in-depth study of an area of theatre arts not commonly covered in a general course. --- # THTR 301 — Theatre Activity-Production 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides the student practical experience associated with SMSU Theatre productions. Students may choose to participate through working in the Scene Shop, Costume Shop, as a designer, or on the installation crews for lighting or sound. They may also work in various positions backstage, run crew or as a board operator. Course is repeatable up to 8 credits --- # THTR 302 — Theatre Activity-Performance 1 credits · 1 hours This course provides the student practical experience associated with SMSU Theatre productions, through directing or acting. Course is repeatable up to 8 credits. --- # THTR 310 — The London Theatre Experience 1 credits · 1 hours This course involves participation in a faculty-led Theatre study tour designed to introduce students to the history and current practice of theatre in London. Students will see productions, take backstage tours, and participate in workshops at theatres such as the National Theatre, Shakespeares Globe, and the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford, as well as visiting museums and cultural and historic sites. Prior to the trip, students will participate in several orientation sessions in order to prepare for the experience. Non-degree seeking students (such as alumni, employees, and community… --- # THTR 315 — The New York City Experience 1 credits · 1 hours This class is two-fold in its presentation. First, students will be required to meet regularly with the instructor to discuss their time in New York City. Attention will be given to events, choices of productions, hotels, other attractions, and requirements for the class. Second, students will be traveling to NYC with one or more faculty members. During their time in NYC students will be exposed to Broadway and Off-Broadway theatre productions as well as various cultural activities and events (museums, historic sites, and other artistic endeavors). --- # THTR 320 — The KCACTF Experience 1 credits · 1 hours Students will travel to the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) in Region 5, held one week in January in one of the Region 5 states (MN, ND, SD, IA, NE, KS). At the festival, students will participate in workshops and competitions and attend performances, will participate in required pre-and post-festival meetings, and turn in materials documenting their experiences at the festival. This course may be taken multiple times to a maximum of ten credits. --- # THTR 325 — Master Class 1 credits · 1 hours Students in this course will interact with and learn from a theatre professional in an intensive hands-on workshop setting, focusing on one of the major areas of theatre, such as acting, directing, design, technology, playwriting, or stage management. This course may be taken multiple times to a maximum of 10 credits. --- # THTR 330 — Script Analysis II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a continuation of THTR 230 , Script Analysis I, and students will apply script analysis techniques to scripts in styles other than Realism, such as Absurdism, Post-Modernism, etc. --- # THTR 340 — Stagecraft II 3 credits · 3 hours This is a continuation of THTR 140 (Stagecraft I), and further develops the students ability to work with materials and apply advanced techniques used in building stage scenery. --- # THTR 341 — Acting for the Camera I 3 credits · 3 hours This course concentrates on vocal, improvisational, listening, and performance skills to increase students ease, clarity, spontaneity, creativity, energy, naturalness, and concentration in on-camera performances. --- # THTR 342 — Acting Styles and Techniques 3 credits · 3 hours The study and application of advanced acting techniques, theories, and styles for the stage. Course work includes rehearsal techniques, scene and monologue work. The focus of the course varies with each offering (e.g. Modern Styles, Period Styles, Shakespeare Performance, etc.) and typically relates to one or more productions in the SMSU Theatre season. The course may be taken multiple times to a maximum of 12 credit hours. --- # THTR 343 — Costume Construction II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a continuation of THTR 243 - Costume Construction I. Students will focus on expanding and refining their costume and millinery skills and talents. Projects will be student-driven and may contribute to theatrical productions, depending on the SMSU Theatre season. --- # THTR 344 — Costume History and Design II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a continuation of Costume History and Design I ( THTR 244 ). Students will work with the instructor in choosing play productions and historical eras of which they would like to study. Students will expand their knowledge of clothing and accessories from different historical periods and design costumes for various plays and musicals paying close attention to the details of each era. --- # THTR 350 — Directing I 3 credits · 3 hours An introduction in concepts in text analysis, planning skills, and rehearsal methods needed to realize the text as a theatrical experience. The student is required to apply these techniques in producing a scene to be performed as a final project. --- # THTR 351 — Acting for the Camera II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a continuation of THTR 341 , Acting for the Camera I, and further develops the students character analysis and on-campus performance skills in additional genres and with more challenging scripts. --- # THTR 360 — Directing II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a continuation of THTR 350 Directing I and further develops the students directing skills through experience with additional techniques, styles, and approaches, as well as with more challenging scripts. --- # THTR 365 — Stage Management II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a continuation of THTR 265 Stage Management I and will continue to explore the roles and functions of stage managers in theatrical productions. The course will provide an opportunity to practice advanced stage management skills, with an emphasis on organization, documentation, dissemination of information, and running technical rehearsals and performances. A key component to this advanced class is the possible opportunity to network with a professional stage manager. --- # THTR 430 — Senior Project 3 credits · 3 hours Working with the guidance of a faculty mentor, the student will develop, complete, and present a capstone project in his or her primary interest area (e.g. design, directing, acting, stage management, playwriting, dramaturgy, etc.). --- # THTR 435 — Theatre History I 3 credits · 3 hours This survey class begins with the origins of theatre in regard to ancient rituals and the Greeks, and traces its development up to and including the works of William Shakespeare. --- # THTR 440 — Theatre History II 3 credits · 3 hours This course traces the development and increasing diversity of theatre practice, styles, and theories around the world from the 1600s to the present day. --- # THTR 442 — Stage Make-Up II 3 credits · 3 hours This course looks at the application of advanced make-up techniques. Students will work with various prosthetic and mask making tools and create more advanced make-up designs. --- # THTR 445 — Scenic Design II 3 credits · 3 hours This course is a continuation of THTR 245 (Scenic Design I), and further develops the students skills in scene design by focusing on advanced design principles and techniques. --- # THTR 450 — Lighting and Sound Design II 3 credits · 3 hours This advanced course will further instruct students on the theatrical art of lighting and sound design and engineering. The course focuses on detailed analysis of a script and creating the world of the play through lighting and sound design techniques and equipment. Further utilizing lighting and sound design techniques and equipment, this course will examine the art and mechanics of designing and executing theatrical lighting and sound. --- # THTR 486 — Theatre Topics 1 credits · 1 hours A course designed to meet any special needs of students and faculty. Emphasis on in-depth study of an area of theatre arts not commonly covered in a general course. --- # THTR 494 — Independent Studies 1 credits · 1 hours Permits the student to develop an interest under faculty guidance in an area normally not provided by the curriculum. --- # THTR 495 — Field Experience 1 credits · 1 hours Through this course, the student spends at least 15 hours observing or working in a professional, hybrid, or university theatre, for a production company, or in another approved setting, to gain a better understanding of the theatrical working world. This course is repeatable for credit, up to 8 credits. --- # THTR 499 — Internship 3 credits · 3 hours This course requires that a student obtain an off-campus internship with another college, a professional theatre group, or a touring theatre company. This course may be taken multiple times to a maximum of 12 credit hours.