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2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog (as of 03-10-17) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Urban Studies
  

  • URST 313 Sustainable Urbanism (3)

    Today’s cities are growing at an unparalleled rate in the face of environmental changes that we have never seen. This course explores the concept of sustainable urbanism and looks at real world examples of best (and sometimes worst) practices in light of the many environmental challenges facing urban areas.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • URST 320 Town and Country Planning (3)

    This course surveys the field of planning in areas less populated than cities, including towns and rural areas. The course also surveys the cultural landscapes, economic development, preservation, small town design, and planning theory. Some comparisons will be made to planning in cities and suburbia.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • URST 350 Junior Student Ambassadorship (1)

    In this course, the student will identify, develop, and critique a variety of community engagement techniques. The student will then work with his or her mentor and with faculty to identify a researchable policy problem affecting a community, and will then craft an independent policy review project that seeks solutions.
    Prerequisite(s): URST 251  and approval of Urban Studies Director
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • URST 351 Junior Student Ambassadorship (2)

    This course is a continuation of URST 350 . The student will identify, develop, and critique a variety of community engagement techniques. The student will then work with his or her mentor and with faculty to identify a researchable policy problem affecting a community, and will then craft an independent policy review project that seeks solutions.
    Prerequisite(s): URST 350  and approval of Urban Studies Director
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • URST 360 Land Use Law (3)

    Land Use Law introduces the foundational legal framework that enables the practice of urban planning. In this course, students will learn about the history and background of zoning and land use controls, enabling legislation for counties and municipalities, the development process, the mechanism for enforcement of ordinances, and appeals.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • URST 361 Water Use Law (3)

    This course examines the legal issues related to the uses of water in the U.S., particularly around the land-water interface, regulatory bodies that oversee water issues, environmental/ecological concerns, and the use of water for energy.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • URST 398 Special Topics in Humanities (3)

    This course is designed for the study of specialized topics in urban society. Topics, which change each semester, have included Charleston architecture, architecture and historic preservation in Britain and society and culture of early Charleston.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 12 credit hours.
  

  • URST 399 Special Topics in Social Science (3)

    This course is designed to study the development and process of policy making in a specialized field in urban society. Topics, which change each semester, have included sustainable development and geographic information systems.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 12 credit hours.
  

  • URST 400 Practicum (2)

    This is a supervised field-learning experience in an urban setting. The student observes and becomes involved in the functions and operations of a private sector, governmental or community agency. The weekly seminar provides a forum in which the student, in concert with the faculty coordinator, can integrate knowledge gained in the classroom with that acquired during the field experience.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • URST 401 Independent Study (1-3)

    A study directed by a faculty member on various subjects.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor and the advisor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
  

  • URST 450 Senior Student Ambassadorship (1-3)

    In this course, which is open only to student ambassadors, students, select and develop concepts that they find useful for solving workplace issues under the guidance of a professor and community mentor. The course is designed to prompt students to begin thinking about their future after CofC through direct application of their knowledge.
    Prerequisite(s): URST 351 , Approval of Urban Studies Director
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • URST 499 Bachelor’s Essay (6)

    Independent research for the student who is a candidate for honors in the major. The student must take the initiative in seeking faculty help in both the design and the supervision of the project. A project proposal must be submitted in writing and approved by the faculty prior to registration for the course.
    Course Frequency: Occasional

Women’s and Gender Studies
  

  • WGST 120 Studies in Women’s and Gender Studies (3)

    A topical introduction to an area in women’s and gender studies. This course may be repeated for credit if the content is different. The specific content will be listed when the course is offered.
    Course Frequency: Spring
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
  

  • WGST 200 Introduction to Women’s and Gender Studies (3)

    This is an interdisciplinary course designed to explore the rich body of knowledge developed by and about women and gender. We study gendered structures and their consequences in contemporary cultures and societies. In addition, we examine feminist theories and relevant social movements.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • WGST 320 Special Topics in Women’s and Gender Studies (3)

    An examination of an area in women’s and gender studies for which no regular course is offered. This course may be repeated for credit if the content is different. The specific content will be listed when the course is offered.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 21 credit hours.
  

  • WGST 350 Gender and Violence (3)

    In-depth study of violence against women, with a service-learning component in a community setting. Topics include domestic abuse, rape, sexual harassment, and global violence. Focus on problems and potential solutions, examining violence on an institutional, symbolic, and individual level, interrogating the “personal as political,” and exposing underlying power structures.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • WGST 356 Conservative Voices in Women’s and Gender Studies (3)

    This course considers traditionalist and conservative perspectives in women’s and gender studies. Topics include marriage, family life, human sexuality, work, and politics.
    Prerequisite(s): WGST 200  or consent of instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • WGST 381 Women’s and Gender Studies Internship (1-4)

    An opportunity for students to integrate research with social activism through supervised field placement in areas related to the study of women and gender. Students will produce specific assignments that reflect agreed upon learning goals under the direction of the director of women’s and gender studies or a program faculty member.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
    Note: A maximum of 6 credit hours may be applied to the WGST major or minor.
  

  • WGST 400 Independent Study (3)

    Individually supervised readings and study of some work, problem, or topic in women’s and gender studies of the student’s interest. A project proposal must be submitted in writing and approved by the director prior to registration for the course.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
    Note: A maximum of 6 credit hours may be applied to the WGST major or minor.
  

  • WGST 401 Capstone in Women’s and Gender Studies (3)

    An intensive reading and writing seminar open to seniors pursuing a major or minor in Women’s and Gender Studies. This course will create a synthesis of their studies in the field and deepen their skills in WGST research. Interdisciplinary topics will vary, but the curriculum will emphasize current research.
    Prerequisite(s): Only open to senior students with a declared major or minor in Women’s and Gender Studies.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • WGST 420 Seminar in Women’s and Gender Studies (3-4)

    Advanced seminar devoted to an area in women’s and gender studies. This course may be repeated for credit if the content is different. The specific content will be listed when the course is offered.
    Prerequisite(s): WGST 200 ; junior or senior standing
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 16 credit hours.
  

  • WGST 499 Bachelor’s Essay (6)

    A year-long research and writing project completed during the senior year under close supervision with faculty. The student must have an overall GPA of 3.250 to qualify and must take the initiative in seeking faculty help in both the design and supervision of the project. A project proposal must be submitted in writing and approved by the program director prior to registration for the course.
    Prerequisite(s): WGST 200 ; senior standing; 3.250 minimum overall GPA
    Course Frequency: Occasional
 

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