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2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog (As of 10-03-17) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

History
  

  • HIST 365 Modern Brazil (3)

    This course provides an overview of the history of modern Brazil from the beginnings of independence to the 1980s. Major topics will include the Brazilian monarchy and 19th-century society, the first republic, the impact of President Vargas, industrialization, the military and race and other aspects of modern society.
    Prerequisite(s): EITHER HIST 115 -HIST 116  OR any other combination of courses that satisfies the general education history requirement.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HIST 366 Comparative Slavery in the Americas (3)

    This class is designed to introduce students to some of the complex issues relating to slavery in North and South America, from its introduction until its demise in the 19th century. This will be done by way of a comparative framework, which will examine North and South America, as well as the Caribbean.
    Prerequisite(s): EITHER HIST 115 -HIST 116  OR any other combination of courses that satisfies the general education history requirement.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HIST 370 Special Topics in Pre-modern History (3)

    Intensive examination of topics in world history to 1500. Specific topic will be listed with course title when offered.
    Prerequisite(s): EITHER HIST 115 -HIST 116  OR any other combination of courses that satisfies the general education history requirement.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
  

  • HIST 400 Seminar (3)

    A topical seminar focused around a central historical problem.
    Prerequisite(s): EITHER HIST 115 -HIST 116  OR any other combination of courses that satisfies the general education history requirement.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • HIST 402 Tutorial (3)

    Individual instruction given by a tutor in regularly scheduled meetings (usually once a week).
    Prerequisite(s): EITHER HIST 115 -HIST 116  OR any other combination of courses that satisfies the general education history requirement; junior standing, and permission of the instructor and the department chair.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 12 credit hours.
  

  • HIST 403 Reading and Independent Study in History (3)

    Designed primarily for the student whose interest has been aroused in a particular topic or field. This independent study may take the direction of producing a research paper, of reading a number of books and discussing them on a regular basis with the professor, or of reading a number of books and writing critical reviews of them, etc. The amount of reading or the nature of the project will be agreed to by the student and the professor.
    Prerequisite(s): EITHER HIST 115 -HIST 116  OR any other combination of courses that satisfies the general education history requirement and permission of the instructor and the department chair.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • HIST 410 Research Seminar in U.S. History (3)

    A topical seminar focused around a central historical problem in U.S. history with a major research paper required. Specific topic will be listed with the course title when offered.
    Prerequisite(s): EITHER HIST 115 -HIST 116  OR any other combination of courses that satisfies the general education history requirement, HIST 299 , juniors and seniors only, and permission of the instructor and the department chair.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • HIST 420 Research Seminar in Lowcountry History (3)

    A topical seminar focused around a central historical problem in the history of the Lowcountry (the tidewater and the adjacent islands between Winyah Bay and Florida). The course will consider the European, African, and Caribbean components of Lowcountry culture. Specific topic will be listed with the course title when offered.
    Prerequisite(s): EITHER HIST 115 -HIST 116  OR any other combination of courses that satisfies the general education history requirement, HIST 299 , juniors and seniors only, and permission of the instructor and the department chair.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • HIST 441 Research Seminar in Modern European History (3)

    A topical seminar focused on central historical problems in European history since 1500 with a major research paper required. Specific topic will be listed with the course title when offered.
    Prerequisite(s): EITHER HIST 115 -HIST 116  OR any other combination of courses that satisfies the general education history requirement, HIST 299 , junior or senior standing and permission of the instructor and the department chair.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HIST 450 Research Seminar in Comparative/Transnational History (3)

    Intensive examination of a specific topic. Topic will be listed with the course title when offered.
    Prerequisite(s): EITHER HIST 115 -HIST 116  OR any other combination of courses that satisfies the general education history requirement, HIST 299 , and at least one 300-level course in History, juniors and seniors only, and permission of the instructor and the department chair.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HIST 461 Research Seminar in Modern Asia, Africa, Latin America (3)

    A topical seminar focused on central historical problems in Asia, Africa, or Latin America since 1500 with a major research paper required. Specific topic will be listed with the course title when offered.
    Prerequisite(s): EITHER HIST 115 -HIST 116  OR any other combination of courses that satisfies the general education history requirement, junior or senior standing and permission of the instructor and the department chair.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HIST 470 Research Seminar in Premodern History (3)

    Research Seminar in Pre-Modern History to 1500 with a major research paper required. Specific topic will be listed with the course title when offered.
    Prerequisite(s): EITHER HIST 115 -HIST 116  OR any other combination of courses that satisfies the general education history requirement, HIST 299 , junior or senior standing, and permission of the instructor and the department chair.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HIST 496 Field Internship (3)

    A field internship is designed to provide the advanced student with the opportunity to pursue a research topic in the context of an experiential learning situation-in a historical organization or foundation in the tri-county area.
    Prerequisite(s): EITHER HIST 115 -HIST 116  OR any other combination of courses that satisfies the general education history requirement, juniors or seniors in good academic standing, and permission of the instructor and the department chair.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • HIST 498 Senior Paper (3)

    The senior paper is intended for the exceptional student who has a well-thought-out research topic, and it may be taken only with prior approval of the History department. At least one month before the end of the semester prior to the semester in which the paper is to be written, the student must select a topic and obtain approval of that topic from a professor willing to direct the paper. The student must then petition the department for the right to register for the course and have that petition approved by the department. The senior paper may be directed by any member of the department. Another reader of the department will serve as second reader. A copy of the paper will be kept in the department office.
    Prerequisite(s): EITHER HIST 115 -HIST 116  OR any other combination of courses that satisfies the general education history requirement, HIST 299 , junior or senior standing, permission of the instructor, the department chair and the department.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • HIST 499 Bachelor’s Essay (6)

    Independent research for students who are candidates for departmental honors.
    Prerequisite(s): EITHER HIST 115 -HIST 116  OR any other combination of courses that satisfies the general education history requirement, HIST 299 , junior or senior standing, and permission of the instructor, the department chair and the department.
    Course Frequency: Occasional

Honors
  

  • HONS 100 Beyond George Street (1)

    A course that welcomes freshmen in the Honors First-Year Learning Community into the honors experience by introducing them to faculty and peers through small-group discussion, one-on-one mentoring, and community engagement. Students explore opportunities and academic interests, ultimately creating the basis for a professional portfolio. Upper-level honors students serve as mentors. Required for first semester freshmen in the Honors College.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • HONS 110 Honors Academic Writing (4)

    An accelerated introduction to the practices necessary for successful college writing at the quality expected of Honors College students. This course satisfies the requirements for ENGL 110 . Taken during student’s first year.
    Course Frequency: Fall
    Note: A student may not receive credit for both HONS 110 and ENGL 110 .
  

  • HONS 115 Honors Calculus (4)

    The core of the course will be single-variable calculus. Applications in various areas will be emphasized.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Note: Students may not receive credit toward graduation for more than one of MATH 105 , MATH 120 , and HONS 115.
  

  • HONS 121 Honors Colloquium in Western Civilization - History section (3)

    This History component of the first semester of a year-long, interdisciplinary colloquium which relates the arts, literature and philosophy of the Western world to their political, social and economic contexts. Examines the development of Western civilization from its origins in the ancient Near East through the Renaissance and Reformation.
    Prerequisite(s): Honors students only
    Co-requisite(s): HONS 122  
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • HONS 122 Interdisciplinary Honors Colloquium in Western Civilization (3)

    This Humanities component of the first semester of a year-long interdisciplinary colloquium which relates the arts, literature and philosophy of the Western world to their political, social and economic contexts. Examines the development of Western civilization from its origins in the ancient near East through the Renaissance and Reformation.
    Prerequisite(s): Honors students only
    Co-requisite(s): HONS 121  
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • HONS 131 Honors Colloquium in Western Civilization - History section (3)

    The History component of the second semester of a year-long colloquium which relates the arts, literature and philosophy of the Western world to their political, social and economic contexts. This class examines development from the scientific revolution to the contemporary world.
    Prerequisite(s): Honors students only
    Co-requisite(s): HONS 132  
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HONS 132 Interdisciplinary Honors Colloquium in Western Civilization (3)

    The Humanities component of the second semester of a year-long colloquium which relates the arts, literature and philosophy of the Western world to their political, social and economic contexts. This class examines developments from the scientific revolution to the contemporary world.
    Prerequisite(s): Honors students only
    Co-requisite(s): HONS 131  
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HONS 151 Honors Biology I (3)


    Co-requisite(s): HONS 151L .
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • HONS 151L Honors Biology I Lab (1)


    Co-requisite(s): HONS 151 .
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • HONS 152 Honors Biology II (3)


    Co-requisite(s): HONS 152L .
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HONS 152L Honors Biology II Lab (1)


    Co-requisite(s): HONS 152 .
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HONS 153 Honors Chemistry I (3)


    Co-requisite(s): HONS 153L .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 153L Honors Chemistry I Lab (1)


    Co-requisite(s): HONS 153 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 154 Honors Chemistry II (3)


    Co-requisite(s): HONS 154L .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 154L Honors Chemistry II Lab (1)


    Co-requisite(s): HONS 154 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 155 Honors Geology I (3)


    Co-requisite(s): HONS 155L .
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • HONS 155L Honors Geology I Lab (1)


    Co-requisite(s): HONS 155 .
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • HONS 156 Honors Geology II (3)


    Co-requisite(s): HONS 156L .
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HONS 156L Honors Geology II Lab (1)


    Co-requisite(s): HONS 156 .
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HONS 157 Honors Physics I (3)


    Co-requisite(s): HONS 157L .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 157L Honors Physics I Lab (1)


    Co-requisite(s): HONS 157 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 158 Honors Physics II (3)


    Co-requisite(s): HONS 158L .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 158L Honors Physics II Lab (1)


    Co-requisite(s): HONS 158 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 159 Honors Astronomy I (3)

    An introduction to astronomy. (This course is the Honors College equivalent of ASTR 129 .) Topics considered include a brief history of astronomy, coordinates, time, the earth’s structure and motion, astronomical instrumentation, the moon, eclipses, comets, meteors, interplanetary medium, stars, star clusters, interstellar matter, galaxies and cosmology.
    Prerequisite(s): This course assumes a working knowledge of algebra and trigonometry.
    Co-requisite(s): HONS 159L  
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • HONS 159L Honors Astronomy I Lab (1)

    A laboratory program to accompany Honors Astronomy I .
    Prerequisite(s): This course assumes a working knowledge of algebra and trigonometry.
    Co-requisite(s): HONS 159  
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • HONS 160 Honors Astronomy II (3)

    A continuation of HONS 159  Honors Astronomy I. (This course is the Honors College equivalent of ASTR 130 ).
    Prerequisite(s): HONS 159  and HONS 159L . This course assumes a working knowledge of algebra and trigonometry.
    Co-requisite(s): HONS 160L  
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HONS 160L Honors Astronomy II Lab (1)

    A laboratory program to accompany Honors Astronomy II.
    Prerequisite(s): HONS 159  and HONS 159L . This course assumes a working knowledge of algebra and trigonometry.
    Co-requisite(s): HONS 160  
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HONS 163 Honors Psychology (3)

    This course will highlight the methods and procedures that psychologists use to understand the complexity of human behavior. Because psychology has grown to include numerous and vastly different domains, the course is team taught so that the students may gain a broader appreciation of psychology from two professors with differing laboratory approaches to the study of behavior.
    Course Frequency: Fall
    Note: This course may not be taken for credit if credit has been received for PSYC 103 .
  

  • HONS 165 Honors American Government (3)

    This is the Honors equivalent of POLI 101 . The course investigates national American government at all levels including its functions and challenges.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 166 Honors World Politics (3)

    This is the Honors equivalent of POLI 103 . The course takes an in-depth look at international politics and affairs. Topics include the nature of the state system, globalization, international cooperation and conflict and human rights.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 167 Introduction to Sociology (3)

    Have you ever wondered why people behave the way they do? In this class you will gain a scientific understanding of the social world by observing human behavior, including culture, socialization, social inequality, and more, through the window of the sociological perspective-the deeper understanding of how society affects you and how you affect society.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HONS 168 Honors Introduction to Archaeology (3)

    This course introduces students to the study of past cultures through their material remains. Examines theories and methods used in archaeology for reconstructing, interpreting, and preserving the past. Students will use this knowledge to understand how archaeologists interpret the archaeological record to understand past human behavior and societies.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 170 Honors Intro to Philosophy (3)

    An examination of problems in central areas of philosophy, including metaphysics, epistemology and ethics.
    Course Frequency: Spring
    Note: This course may not be taken for credit if credit has been received for PHIL 101 .
  

  • HONS 173 Introduction to International Studies (3)

    The Honors version of the Introduction to International Studies course introduces a base of knowledge, analytical skills, and a vocabulary of concepts useful for understanding the multi-dimensional concerns of International Studies. Through an examination of international politics, economics, society, history, literature, and environment, this course will enhance the student’s appreciation for an international studies approach to issues associated with global development. The Honors version of the course entails more in-depth discussion, a heavier reading load, and more substantial written assignments.
    Course Frequency: Fall
    Note: This course may not be taken for credit if credit has been received for INTL 100 .
  

  • HONS 175 Approaches to Religion (3)

    An introduction to the comparative study of world religions using a thematic approach in at least three traditions, combined with a specific theoretical analysis of the theme.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Note: This course may not be taken for credit if credit has been received for RELS 101 .
  

  • HONS 180 Honors Business and Consumer Ethics (3)

    This is the Honors equivalent of PHIL 175 . It is designed to introduce the student to the ethical issues of the marketplace.
    Course Frequency: Fall
    Note: This course may not be taken for credit if credit has been received for PHIL 175 .
  

  • HONS 190 Accelerated General Chemistry (4)

    This course covers the content of a typical one-year sequence of general chemistry in a single semester. Topics include stoichiometry, thermodynamics, quantum chemistry introduction, structure and bonding, gas laws, kinetics, redox chemistry and equilibrium. Only students with substantial high school chemistry will be admitted to the course.
    Prerequisite(s): Honors College admission; AP credit in chemistry and/or placement
    Co-requisite(s): HONS 190L ; MATH 111  or placement into MATH 120  or higher
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • HONS 190L Accelerated General Chemistry Lab (1)

    The course covers the content of a typical one-year sequence of a general chemistry in a single semester. Topics include stoichiometry, thermodynamics, quantum chemistry introduction, structure and bonding, gas laws, kinetics, redox chemistry and equilibrium. Only students with substantial high school chemistry will be admitted to the course.
    Prerequisite(s): Honors College admission; AP credit in chemistry and/or placement.
    Co-requisite(s): HONS 190 ; MATH 111  or placement into MATH 120  or higher
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • HONS 192 Honors Organic Chemistry: Applications of Molecular Structure and Properties (3)

    An introductory course utilizing theoretical principles and fundamental facts to form an understanding of the structure, characterization, properties and reactivities of organic compounds. Functional groups, fundamentals of reaction mechanisms, and spectroscopy are included.
    Prerequisite(s): HONS 190  and HONS 190L  with a grade of D+ or higher
    Co-requisite(s): HONS 192L  
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): MATH 120  is recommended as a pre-or co-requisite.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HONS 192L Honors Organic Chemistry Laboratory: Purification, Separation and Characterization of Organic Compounds (1)

    An introductory course presenting practical applications related to concepts from lecture. This course stresses the student development of proper technique, application of scientific method, data analysis, and reporting of scientific data. The formal reports for each experiment will be 1-2 pages each.
    Prerequisite(s): HONS 190  and HONS 190L  with a grade of D+ or higher
    Co-requisite(s): HONS 192  
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): MATH 120  is recommended as a pre-or co-requisite.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HONS 200 Honors Economics I (3)

    Macroeconomics and microeconomics courses that introduce the principles of economics and the history of the development of these principles.
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 120  or its equivalent.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 203 Honors Financial Accounting (3)

    A survey of accounting information essential for external parties to make business decisions about an organization. This course satisfies the requirement of ACCT 203 .
    Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing; open to all Honors College students.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 204 Honors Managerial Accounting (3)

    A survey of accounting information critical for planning, control and business decision-making within an organization.
    Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing; HONS 203 ; open to all Honors College students
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 205 Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice (3)

    This course provides an introduction to theoretical and experiential issues in entrepreneurship including the language of entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation, lean startups, business models, entrepreneurship, and learning from both successful and unsuccessful ventures. Readings, lectures, and live case discussions with entrepreneurs will be used to explore these and related issues.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • HONS 210 Honors Business Law (3)

    This is the Honors equivalent of BLAW 205 . It is designed to introduce the student to the legal, ethical and regulatory environment of business. Students will focus on the laws of contract, property and torts once a foundation of the legal system is established. Analysis of ethical considerations in a business environment will strengthen the student’s ability to make critical decisions in the strategic arena of business.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and other prerequisites as required.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HONS 211 Honors Economics II (3)

    Macroeconomics and microeconomics courses that introduce the principles of economics and the history of the development of these principles.
    Prerequisite(s): HONS 200  or its equivalent.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 214 Honors Business Statistics (3)

    Advanced statistical analysis with applications in business and economics utilizing relevant computer software. Topics include business applications in descriptive and inferential statistics emphasizing such topics as simple and multiple regression, analysis of variance, hypothesis testing, quality control, decision making using software and non-parametric techniques.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 215 Honors Calculus II (4)

    A second calculus course especially designed for students with advanced placement credit for MATH 120 . The course will cover the material of MATH 220 , plus additional material to be determined in part by the backgrounds, interests and abilities of the students in the course.
    Prerequisite(s): Advanced placement credit for MATH 120  or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Note: Students may not receive credit toward graduation for both MATH 220  and HONS 215.
  

  • HONS 216 Conceptual Tour of Contemporary Mathematics (3)

    This course will highlight mathematics as a network of intriguing and powerful ideas, not a dry formula list of techniques. Emphasis will be placed on conceptual, non-technical understanding of current developments in higher-level mathematics, and how these concepts and results are intertwined and employed in other areas outside mathematics.
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 105  or MATH 120  or equivalent; or permission of instructor
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HONS 220 Honors Colloquium in the Social Sciences (3-6)

    An examination of the social sciences from their origins in the 17th and 18th centuries through their development in modern times as independent disciplines. Readings cover both theory and current practice.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 230 Honors Colloquium: The Elements of Human Culture (3-6)

    An interdisciplinary study of literature, philosophy and fine arts as shaping forces for individuals and for society.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 240 Honors Colloquium: Value and Tradition in the Nonwestern World (3-6)

    This seminar is intended to introduce students to non-Western cultures.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 245 Honors Colloquium in the History and Philosophy of Science (3)

    This lecture/discussion course is a study of the evolution of scientific ideas from the intuitive insights of early cultures through modern analytic and experimental investigation.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 246 Honors Colloquium in the History and Philosophy of Science (3)

    This lecture/discussion course is a study of the evolution of scientific ideas from the intuitive insights of early cultures through modern analytic and experimental investigation.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 280 Honors Special Topics Course (1-4)

    An introductory or intermediate Honors course on a special topic not in the Humanities or Social Sciences. Topics will be proposed by faculty based on their particular expertise and interests and approved by the Honors College Committee. Repeatable up to 12 hours.
    Prerequisite(s): Being a member of the Honors College or, on a space available basis, with the consent of the instructor and Dean of the Honors College.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 12 credit hours.
  

  • HONS 281 Special Topics in the Humanities (1-4)

    An introductory or intermediate Honors course on a special topic in the Humanities. Topics will be proposed by faculty based on their particular expertise and interests and approved by the Honors College Committee. Repeatable up to 12 hours.
    Prerequisite(s): Being a member of the Honors College or, on a space available basis, with the consent of the instructor and Dean of the Honors College.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 12 credit hours.
  

  • HONS 282 Special Topics in the Social Sciences (1-4)

    An introductory or intermediate Honors course on a special topic in the Social Sciences. Topics will be proposed by faculty based on their particular expertise and interests and approved by the Honors College Committee. Repeatable up to 12 hours.
    Prerequisite(s): Being a member of the Honors College or, on a space available basis, with the consent of the instructor and Dean of the Honors College.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 12 credit hours.
  

  • HONS 293 Honors Organic Chemistry: Reactions and Applications of Organic Compounds in Materials Science and Biology (3)

    This course provides qualitative introduction to concepts of kinetic and thermodynamic control of the reactions of organic compounds.
    Prerequisite(s): HONS 192  and HONS 192L  with a grade of D+ or higher and MATH 120 ,
    Co-requisite(s): HONS 293L , MATH 220  is recommended.
    Course Frequency: Fall
    Note: Students who fail HONS 192  or HONS 192L  should take CHEM 112 /CHEM 112L  as needed and then take the CHEM 231 /CHEM 232  sequence.
  

  • HONS 293L Honors Organic Chemistry Laboratory: Reactions and Applications of Organic Compounds in Materials Science and Biology (1)

    An introductory laboratory course presenting practical applications related to concepts from lecture. This course stresses the student use of proper technique, application of scientific method, data analysis, and reporting of scientific data. The formal reports for each experiment will be one-two pages each.
    Prerequisite(s): HONS 192 /HONS 192L  with a grade of D+ or higher and MATH 120 .
    Co-requisite(s): HONS 293 , MATH 220  is recommended.
    Course Frequency: Fall
    Note: Students who fail HONS 192  or HONS 192L  should take CHEM 112 /CHEM 112L  as needed and then take the CHEM 231 /CHEM 232  sequence.
  

  • HONS 380 Interdisciplinary Special Topics (3-6)

    An Honors course on an interdisciplinary topic, not in the Humanities or Social Sciences. Topics will be proposed by faculty based on their particular expertise and interests and approved by the Honors College Committee. Repeatable up to 12 hours.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, HONS 121  and HONS 122  or consent of instructor and Dean of the Honors College.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 12 credit hours.
  

  • HONS 381 Interdisciplinary Special Topics in the Humanities (3-6)

    An Honors course on an interdisciplinary topic in the Humanities. Topics will be proposed by faculty based on their particular expertise and interests and approved by the Honors College Committee. Repeatable up to 12 hours.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, HONS 121  and HONS 122  or consent of instructor and Dean of the Honors College.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Repeatable: For up to 12 credit hours.
  

  • HONS 382 Interdisciplinary Special Topics in the Social Sciences (3-6)

    An Honors course on an interdisciplinary topic in the Social Sciences. Topics will be proposed by faculty based on their particular expertise and interests and approved by the Honors College Committee. Applied toward general education requirements in Social Science. Repeatable up to 12 hours.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, HONS 121  and HONS 122  or consent of instructor and Dean of the Honors College.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Repeatable: For up to 12 credit hours.
  

  • HONS 390 Special Topics (1-6)

    An honors course on a special topic to be determined by faculty and student interest.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • HONS 391 Special Topics in Humanities (3)

    An honors course on a special topic in the humanities to be determined by faculty and student interest.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • HONS 392 Special Topics in Social Sciences (3-6)

    An honors course on a special topic in the social sciences to be determined by faculty and student interest.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • HONS 394 Honors Research Methods (3)

    In this course, students will use qualitative and quantitative methods in research. By the end of this course, students will be able to apply research methods for (1) understanding and articulating assumptions about the business world; and (2) helping to develop basic knowledge of the principal techniques in research.
    Prerequisite(s): HONS 390  and junior standing.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 395 Scholarly Off-Campus Project (3)

    Honors College students are encouraged to engage in scholarly projects off campus; e.g., study abroad, exchanges with other honors programs, internships, etc. Such projects are normally conceived by the student and worked out in detail with the student’s advisor or tutor with the assistance of the Honors College dean. Projects will be approved and evaluated for credit by the Honors College committee.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 12 credit hours.
  

  • HONS 398 Honors Independent Study (1-3)

    Individually supervised reading and/or research on a topic or project agreed upon by student and supervisor. The amount of reading or the nature of the project will determine the credit to be assigned.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
  

  • HONS 399 Tutorial (3)

    Individual instruction given by a tutor in regularly scheduled meetings (usually once a week).
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing plus permission of the tutor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 12 credit hours.
  

  • HONS 490 Senior Honors Seminar (3)

    Honors students working on bachelor’s essays meet in a weekly seminar that provides an opportunity for all senior Honors College students to work together. Topics will vary according to student and faculty interest and will emphasize the common ground of intellectual endeavor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HONS 499 Bachelor’s Essay (6)

    A year-long research and writing project done during the senior year under the close supervision of a tutor. The student must take the initiative in seeking a tutor to help in both the design and the supervision of the project. A project proposal must be submitted in writing and approved by the Honors College committee prior to registration for the course.
    Course Frequency: Occasional

Hospitality and Tourism Management
  

  • HTMT 210 Principles and Practices in Hospitality & Tourism (3)

    An overview of the hospitality and tourism field including its historical development, major components, functions and current and future trends. Does not count toward major GPA except in HTMT major and/or concentration.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • HTMT 244 Internship (1-3)

    The purpose of this course is for students to gain an entry level experience within the hospitality and tourism realm. Students will increase their exposure to and understanding of the hospitality and tourism industry and potential career paths to which they may work towards. The internship will be guided by a Learning Contract and academic components designed to enhance the student’s knowledge.
    Prerequisite(s): HTMT 210  
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Repeatable: For up to 3 credit hours.
  

  • HTMT 260 Special Topics in Hospitality & Tourism (1-3)

    An in-depth treatment of a current area of special concern within the field of hospitality and tourism.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • HTMT 310 Current Topics in Hospitality and Tourism Management (1-3)

    The purpose of the course is to explore current advanced issues related to the hospitality and tourism industries. Topics will vary depending on the course section and instructor’s particular professional expertise. Students can take this course for up to six credit hours, as long as the course content varies, and with permission of the department chair.
    Prerequisite(s): HTMT 210 , junior standing, or permission of the department chair
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
  

  • HTMT 350 Hospitality & Tourism Marketing (3)

    This course examines how leading hospitality and tourism enterprises apply marketing principles to create and retain customers. Special attention is given to the timing, packaging, pricing, channels of distribution, advertising and personal selling functions of destination-marketing organizations and convention and meeting facilities.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing; HTMT 210 ; MKTG 302  or ARTM 370 ; or permission of instructor
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • HTMT 351 Hotel Management (3)

    This course examines hotel management issues emphasizing general management, service, sales, forecasting, financial aspects, rate efficiencies, labor management and guest relations.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing; HTMT 210  or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • HTMT 352 Service Operations Management (3)

    This course focuses on the socio-technical systems of hospitality operations. Through cases, role-playing and computer simulations, students will be exposed to a variety of human relations skills (i.e., communications, negotiating and personal selling) as well as technical skills (i.e., yield management, CRS) required to manage successful “hi-tech hi-touch” businesses.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing; HTMT 210  or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • HTMT 353 Hospitality Sales & Negotiations (3)

    Theory and practice of personal selling as used by hospitality and tourism organizations to develop long-term partnerships with customers with emphasis on marketing, planning, communications, presentation and negotiation skills.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing; HTMT 350  or MKTG 302 .
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • HTMT 354 Hospitality and Tourism Technology (3)

    This course examines theories and current trends in Internet marketing and information technology and teaches analytical skills with information systems, online marketing and social media management in the hospitality and tourism industry. It exposes the students to the dynamics of technological changes and how it significantly transforms this industry.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HTMT 355 Negotiations: Principles and Practices (3)

    The objective of this course is to learn an effective negotiation framework for doing business in a hospitality/tourism management context. The intent is to experientially develop one’s negotiation skills. Emphasis will be placed on negotiation case studies, exercises, and role-plays.
    Prerequisite(s): HTMT 352  or instructor permission
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HTMT 360 Special Topics in Hospitality & Tourism (1-3)

    In-depth treatment of current areas of special concern within the field of business administration. A maximum of six hours of special topics courses may be applied toward the business major elective requirement.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing; other prerequisites depending on topic.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • HTMT 361 Meetings and Convention Management (3)

    This course is intended to serve as a comprehensive overview of the Meetings, Exhibitions, Events and Conventions (MEEC) industry. Learners will achieve a macro working knowledge of MEEC industry principles, practices, operations and management. Emphasis will be placed on both the supply and demand components of MEEC.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing; HTMT 210  or permission of the instructor; ACCT 203 .
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HTMT 362 Events Management (3)

    This course focuses on the cultural origins and significance of celebration within society; an introduction to management of special events and festivals from initial planning through delivery; questions of event feasibility; costing and financial management; assessing and meeting communication objectives; merchandising and marketing; staffing and task analysis; safety and security; debriefing and evaluation.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing; ACCT 203 ; HTMT 210  or ARTM 200 ; or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Cross-listing: ARTM 362  
  

  • HTMT 370 Foodservice Enterprise: Design & Development (3)

    This course explores conceptualization, design, and development of an independent foodservice enterprise. Responsible practice, current trends in menu design - theory, historical perspectives and sociological impact, recipe development strategies, beverage programs, sanitation, interior layout and flow, equipment alternatives, and technological opportunities are examined.
    Prerequisite(s): HTMT 210  and junior or senior standing.
    Course Frequency: Fall
 

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