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

Course Descriptions

 

German
  

  • GRMN 314 German Composition and Grammar (3)

    This course emphasizes writing on various topics: personal experience, assignments based on readings on culture and literature, etc. An extensive review of grammar is an important component of the course.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 202  or GRMN 250  or placement.
    Course Frequency: Spring
    Note: Native speakers or students who have already achieved a high level of oral proficiency (to be determined by an oral interview with the instructor) will not be given credit for this course.
  

  • GRMN 315 Advanced German Reading (3)

    This course enables students to acquire skills needed to read and/or translate German texts. Readings will concentrate on academic, literary, scientific and commercial texts, as well as up-to-date Internet journalism. Texts relating to the academic fields and interests of participants will be incorporated.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 202 , GRMN 250 , placement, or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GRMN 320 Special Assignment Abroad (3)

    An internship or other experiential learning project designed to enhance command of German in a German-speaking environment. Assignment to be undertaken and nature of its evaluation to be determined in consultation with the instructor or the director of the German program.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 202 , GRMN 250 , placement, or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GRMN 325 German Contemporary Issues (3)

    A course on political, social, cultural, and environmental issues currently confronting Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Students will read, discuss and write essays on newspaper and magazine articles on contemporary topics. In addition, students will regularly watch and report on German news programs received via satellite television.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 202  or GRMN 250  or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GRMN 326 German Media (3)

    A course in listening comprehension and reading in the specialized area of the German media, such as television and radio programs, film documentaries, newspapers, magazines and advertising. Extensive use of the Internet will be included.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 202 , GRMN 250 , placement, or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GRMN 328 German Language Study Abroad (3)

    Designed to develop confidence in communicative skills and greater facility in dealing with ideas in German through life and study in a German-speaking country.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 202  or GRMN 250  or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GRMN 329 Current Issues in Germany or the German-Speaking World (3)

    A study of the most important current political, socio-economic and cultural issues in the country visited. Information from the communications media (newspapers, magazines, TV, etc.) will be used and discussed whenever possible.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 202  or GRMN 250  or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GRMN 330 Collateral Study (1-3)

    Individually supervised course of reading in German and in the subject area of a concurrent course offered by another department. The nature and extent of readings will be determined in consultation among student, instructor of the primary subject-matter course, and the language instructor who will supervise and evaluate the student’s linguistic performance. A collateral study course may be repeated up to a maximum of six credit hours in conjunction with other primary courses.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 202  or GRMN 250  or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
  

  • GRMN 331 German for Business (3)

    An introduction to the vocabulary and syntax necessary to carry on normal business transactions with German firms. Topics for reading, lectures, written assignments and oral reports will include: the banking system, the role of government and trade unions in German business, the organization of corporations in Germany and cultural matters pertinent to business people.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 202  or GRMN 250  or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GRMN 332 German in International Business (3)

    Students will develop their understanding of doing business in a German-speaking setting. Assignments emphasize the practical application of students’ language skills, such as individual and group projects focusing on real-life situations; reading and translating authentic business documents; writing business letters, faxes and memos; and using the Internet.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 202  or GRMN 250  or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GRMN 341 Advanced Grammar and Syntax (3)

    Advanced study of the structure of the German language, including practice with stylistic characteristics of the language as it is written and spoken today.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 202  or GRMN 250  or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GRMN 365 Introduction to Literature (3)

    Designed for those students who have limited awareness of literary genres and concepts, or those whose German is in the intermediate stage. Students read and discuss representative works of prose, poetry and drama, and learn the basics of German literary history.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 202  or GRMN 250  or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GRMN 390 Special Topics in German (3)

    Intensive study of a particular subject or theme (specific topics will be listed in the Schedule of Courses when offered; e.g., German Poetry, the War Experience).
    Prerequisite(s): One 300-level German course, or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • GRMN 413 Advanced German Conversation (3)

    Oral communication and presentation at the advanced level, with an emphasis on improving fluency. Introduction of rhetorical strategies. Review of phonetic and syntactic principles (with practice and corrective drill).
    Prerequisite(s): One 300-level German course or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Note: Native speakers or students who have already achieved a high level of oral proficiency (to be determined by an oral interview with the instructor) will not be given credit for this course.
  

  • GRMN 424 German Civilization and Culture (3)

    Study of the cultural history of the German-speaking countries, including intellectual and artistic activity (art, architecture, literature and the performing arts) as well as popular culture (behavior patterns, beliefs and values, social norms).
    Prerequisite(s): One 300-level German course or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GRMN 460 German Literary Heritage (3)

    A course focused on acknowledged masterpieces of German literature prior to the 20th century. Students will read and discuss selected literary works and explore their relevance to modern German society.
    Prerequisite(s): Two 300-level German courses or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • GRMN 468 Studies in Modern German Literature (3)

    Study of predominant themes in modern German literature across a variety of literary genres and historical periods. Rotating themes. Topics may include the war experience, women’s literature and minority literature.
    Prerequisite(s): One 300-level German course or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • GRMN 472 Studies in German Cinema (3)

    Study of selected classic and cult films of German cinema from its origins to the present. Students will learn about the dominant periods (Expressionism, New German Cinema), national cinema (Nazi film, East German film) and historical contexts for the films shown.
    Prerequisite(s): One 300-level German course or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GRMN 490 Special Topics in German (3)

    Intensive studies designed to supplement or to investigate more fully the offerings in the German curriculum. Formulation of the specific subject matter for the course will reflect both student and faculty interest.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 202  or GRMN 250  or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • GRMN 496 Directed Reading (1-3)

    Individually supervised reading in German, agreed upon in consultation with the instructor. Credit hours assigned will be determined by nature and extent of reading.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 202  or GRMN 250   or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 3 credit hours.
  

  • GRMN 498 Independent Study (1-3)

    Research on a topic to be defined by the individual in consultation with the instructor who will guide the work and determine the credit hours to be assigned.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 3 credit hours.
  

  • GRMN 499 Bachelor’s Essay (6)

    A year-long research and writing project done during the senior year under close supervision of a tutor from the department. The student must take the initiative in seeking a tutor to help in both the design and supervision of the project. A project proposal must be submitted in writing and approved by the department prior to registration for the course.
    Prerequisite(s): GRMN 202  or GRMN 250  or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional

German Literature in Translation
  

  • LTGR 150 German Literature in (English) Translation (3)

    Study of selected works from a number of literary genres that offer different perspectives on the world and humankind.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • LTGR 250 German Literature in (English) Translation (3)

    Study of selected works by a German author or study of a particular aspect of German literature or a literary period such as: The War Experience, Medieval Epics, Masterpieces of German Literature or The German Fairy Tale. May be repeated under a different topic.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 9 credit hours.
  

  • LTGR 270 Studies in German Film (3)

    An introductory course on German cinema with rotating topics such as Postwar German Cinema and Film Noir.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 12 credit hours.
  

  • LTGR 450 German Literature in (English) Translation (3)

    A study of selected works by major authors representing different cultures with emphasis on common themes as viewed from the perspectives of these writers.
    Course Frequency: Occasional

Greek (Ancient)
  

  • GREK 101 Elementary Ancient Greek (3)

    Introduction to the fundamental grammar, syntax, and vocabulary of Ancient Greek with emphasis on reading comprehension.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • GREK 102 Elementary Ancient Greek (3)

    Continues the introduction to the fundamental grammar, syntax, and vocabulary of Ancient Greek with emphasis on reading comprehension.
    Prerequisite(s): GREK 101  
    Course Frequency: Spring
    Note: GREK 102 is a prerequisite for all 200-level Greek courses.
  

  • GREK 201 Intermediate Ancient Greek (3)

    Completes the introduction to Ancient Greek grammar, syntax, and vocabulary, while developing fluency in reading comprehension and translation.
    Prerequisite(s): GREK 101  and GREK 102 .
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • GREK 202 Intermediate Readings in Ancient Greek (3)

    Selected readings from Greek prose and/or verse selected for the intermediate level.
    Prerequisite(s): GREK 201 .
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • GREK 321 Greek Oratory (3)

    Selected reading from major works of Greek oratory by Demosthenes, Lysias, and/or other authors.
    Prerequisite(s): Two 200-level Greek courses.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GREK 322 Homer (3)

    An exploration of Homer’s epic poems with readings selected from the Iliad and/or Odyssey.
    Prerequisite(s): Two 200-level Greek courses.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GREK 323 Greek Historiography (3)

    The style and content of Greek historical literature will be studied through readings from one or more of the major historians.
    Prerequisite(s): Two 200-level Greek courses.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GREK 324 Greek Comedy (3)

    A study of Greek comedic drama with representative readings from the works of Aristophanes and/or Menander.
    Prerequisite(s): Two 200-level Greek courses.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GREK 325 Greek Tragedy (3)

    A study of Greek tragic drama with representative readings from the works of Aeschylus, Sophocles and/ or Euripides.
    Prerequisite(s): Two 200-level Greek courses.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GREK 326 Plato (3)

    Selected readings from one or more of Plato’s works.
    Prerequisite(s): Two 200-level Greek courses.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GREK 371 Readings in Greek Literature: Poetry (3)

    Selected readings from one or more of the genres of Greek poetic literature.
    Prerequisite(s): Two 200-level Greek courses.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GREK 372 Readings in Greek Literature: Prose (3)

    Selected readings from one or more of the genres of Greek prose literature.
    Prerequisite(s): Two 200-level Greek courses.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GREK 390 Special Topics (3)


    Prerequisite(s): GREK 202  or placement or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
  

  • GREK 490 Seminar: Special Topics in Ancient Greek (3)

    Intensive studies designed to supplement or to investigate more fully the offerings in the Greek curriculum. Formulation of the specific subject matter for the course will reflect both student and faculty interest.
    Prerequisite(s): GREK 202  or placement or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • GREK 496 Directed Reading (1-3)

    Individually supervised readings in ancient Greek, agreed upon in consultation with the instructor. Credit hours assigned will be determined by the nature and extent of the reading.
    Prerequisite(s): GREK 202  or placement or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 3 credit hours.
  

  • GREK 498 Independent Study (1-3)

    Research on a topic to be defined by the individual student in consultation with the instructor who will direct the project and determine the credit hours to be assigned.
    Prerequisite(s): GREK 202  or placement or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 3 credit hours.

Health
  

  • HEAL 215 Introduction to Public Health (3)

    This course is designed to introduce the basic tenets, applications, and foci of public health, including integrating public health with other health professions. It will provide a history of public health, an overview of the core disciplines, current events and issues in the field.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Cross-listing: PBHL 215  
  

  • HEAL 216 Personal & Community Health (3)

    An overview of the factors that affect one’s ability to achieve and obtain optimal health. Emphasis will be on decision making and personal responsibility.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • HEAL 217 Human Sexuality (3)

    The format focuses on providing information necessary for establishing a sound knowledge base on topics including sexual anatomy and physiology, birth control, basic psychological concepts of sexuality, sexually transmitted infections, family planning and parenting. The information is presented in relation to the decision-making process as applied to understanding one’s own and others’ sexuality.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • HEAL 225 Consumer Health Education (3)

    An examination of the factors involved in the selection and evaluation of health services and products. Topics will also include quackery, consumer protection laws and organizations, and health insurance considerations.
    Prerequisite(s): Some sections may be restricted only to declared Public Health majors or Health minors.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • HEAL 230 Global Health (3)

    This course provides an overview of the determinants that impact health outcomes around the globe. Special attention will be given to continents economically disadvantaged and currently suffering from major pandemics such as HIV/AIDS, TB and Malaria, and from other emerging and re-emerging diseases.
    Prerequisite(s): Some sections may be restricted only to declared Public Health majors or Health minors.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Cross-listing: PBHL 230  
  

  • HEAL 240 Worksite Wellness (3)

    The students will learn how to facilitate implementation and evaluation of wellness programs for individuals and worksite locations. An examination of the physical and psychological factors that affect health throughout the life cycle will be made.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HEAL 257 Principles of Nutrition (3)

    A study of nutrients and current dietary guidelines. The course will include a personal dietary and activities analysis and focus on the relationship of food choices to lifestyle diseases and/or premature death. Emphasis will be on health-oriented decision making and personal responsibility.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • HEAL 317 Sexual Behavior and Relationships (3)

    A study of contemporary issues in the field of human sexuality, such as sexual motivation, sexual orientation, sex roles, sexual dysfunction and therapy, the nature of sexual attraction, theories of love, critical factors in the maintenance of intimate relationships and alternative lifestyles.
    Prerequisite(s): HEAL 217  or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HEAL 320 Special Topics in Health Education (3)

    Studies in topics of current interest designed to supplement offerings in the department or to investigate an additional specific area of health education. May be repeated for credit with different research topics.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 12 credit hours.
  

  • HEAL 323 Women’s Health Issues (3)

    The course deals with a wide variety of health issues of concern to women. Major categories of topics include utilization of the health care system, issues of concern to women of diverse backgrounds, normal physiological health and well-being, common physiological and psychological health problems, and cultural as well as societal influences on women’s health.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HEAL 325 Health Promotion (3)

    The educational, organizational, economical, and environmental supports for behaviors conducive to health will be examined in the public and private sector. Health promotion will include the assessment, prescription, implementation, and evaluation of programs.
    Prerequisite(s): HEAL 215 , HEAL 216 , junior or senior standing
    Co-requisite(s): HEAL 325L  
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • HEAL 325L Field Experience in Health Promotion (1)

    Students will be placed within a variety of public health/health promotion settings, including worksite, profit, and non-profit agencies. The theoretical, educational, organizational, economical and environmental supports for behaviors conducive to health in these public and private settings will be examined.
    Prerequisite(s): HEAL 215 , HEAL 216 , junior or senior standing
    Co-requisite(s): HEAL 325  
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • HEAL 333 Sports and Exercise Nutrition (3)

    This course addresses the main aspects of nutrition as related to exercise and physical performance. Emphasis will be placed on the energy systems in exercise, components of nutrients, assessment of nutritional needs and diet modification for physically active individuals.
    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 201  or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • HEAL 347 Emergency Preparedness and First Aid (4)

    First aid procedures for illness and injury, as well as preparations for emergency situations. Lectures three hours per week; lab three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior status (60 hours plus).
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HEAL 350 Epidemiology (3)

    This course introduces the basic concepts of epidemiology and biostatistics as applied to public health problems. Emphasis is placed on the principles and methods of epidemiologic investigation, appropriate summaries and displays of data, and the use of classical statistical approaches to describe the health of populations.
    Prerequisite(s): HEAL 215  
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Cross-listing: PBHL 350  
  

  • HEAL 399 Tutorial (3)

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

  • HEAL 401 Independent Study (1-3)

    Designed to give the candidate individually structured study and experience in fitness, health promotion, public health, employee wellness or other health areas approved by the department.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department and instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 9 credit hours.
  

  • HEAL 403 Health Internship (3-6)

    Candidates are placed in cooperating local agencies in areas of interest (public health, employee wellness, school health, fitness center, etc.). The field experience is a laboratory class that requires participation in the daily activities of an assigned agency and in on-campus seminars.
    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, declared Public Health major, HEAL 325 /HEAL 325L . Students are responsible for their own transportation to off campus internship sites.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HEAL 442 Healthy Aging (3)

    This course explores the aging process and wellness for the aging population, including normal and abnormal age-related changes in physiology, sociology, psychology, and wellness. Topics also include wellness practices related to lifestyle changes in physical activity, nutrition, mental health, and sexuality. It examines strategies to enhance the aging experience.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, BIOL 201 , BIOL 202 ; or permission of the instructor or department chair
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HEAL 456 Biostatistics in Health Sciences (3)

    This course introduces the theory of probability and statistics with practical applications using biological data. Subject matter includes fundamentals of probability, distribution theory, sampling models, data analysis, basics of experimental design, statistical inference, interval estimation, and hypothesis testing.
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 104  or MATH 250 ; HEAL 215 , HEAL 350   
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • HEAL 460 Public Health Administration (3)

    This course examines public health as an organized system, pulling together the different areas of study, fields of work and government agencies that facilitate the delivery of public health services on a daily basis. Essential public health principles are discussed in the context of identifying and controlling community health problems.
    Prerequisite(s): HEAL 325 /HEAL 325L  or Permission of the Instructor
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • HEAL 495 Capstone Seminar (1)

    This seminar will use case studies and research articles to apply the competencies and sub-competencies associated with the entry-level CHES certification exam. Students will meet once a week for one hour.
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): HEAL 456 , HEAL 460 
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • HEAL 499 Bachelor’s Essay (6)

    A year-long research and writing project done during the senior year under the close supervision of a mentor from the department. The candidate must take the initiative in seeking a mentor to help in both the design and the supervision of the project. A project proposal must be submitted in writing and approved by the chair prior to registration for the course.
    Prerequisite(s): Senior status, approval of department chair and faculty mentor
    Course Frequency: Occasional

Healthcare and Medical Services Management
  

  • HMSM 302 Structure of the US Healthcare Delivery System (3)

    This course serves as an introduction to the elements of the American healthcare delivery system, covering cultural beliefs and values impacting its shape, the historical evolution of health services in the U.S., delivery outlets, and patient deliverables. Coverage is provided of the role of for-profit suppliers and patient advocacy organizations.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • HMSM 303 Healthcare Law and Regulation (3)

    This course will help students sort out the various legal and ethical issues associated with the conduct of business in the healthcare industry, looking at the history of regulation and laws that apply to healthcare, the body of state and federal laws that govern healthcare, and their evolution over time.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HMSM 320 Healthcare Financial Management (3)

    The fundamentals of financial planning, cost concepts, capital budgeting, and management analyses as applied in the healthcare environment are discussed. After completion, students should be able to discuss the basics of how healthcare organizations organize and report financial data and how they use those data to make decisions.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HMSM 325 Healthcare Information Management (3)

    This course provides an introduction to healthcare informatics and how it is transforming practice. The course will introduce students to terminology, hardware and software technologies, issues, and current trends. It includes the history of healthcare IT, fundamentals, workflow, regulations in the industries, and the system development life cycle.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HMSM 340 Human Resources Management in Healthcare Organizations (3)

    Examines the complexities and multiple issues involved in human resource management in health-care organizations. Seeks to provide the health-care professional with current thinking, theory, and best practices for the effective management of people in health-care organizations. Provides health-care professionals with specific skills in recruiting, interviewing, compensation, and more.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • HMSM 342 Healthcare Marketing (3)

    This course provides an introduction to marketing fundamentals and how they relate and to challenges faced in the healthcare environment. The course will introduce students to specific pharmaceutical and medical device companies, how they operate and communicate with their various target audiences. It includes an introduction to business opportunity identification, new product development, marketing guidance, regulatory and new product launch challenges.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HMSM 346 Leadership and Management in Healthcare Organizations (3)

    This course provides a foundation in leadership principles and management functions, applied to healthcare organizations. Leadership principles include visioning, shared values, trust, integrity, and leadership styles. Management functions include planning, leading, organizing, and controlling as well as roles related to information, decision-making, teams, and interpersonal relations.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, HMSM 302  
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HMSM 402 Healthcare Operations Management (3)

    This course explores the operational processes and systems in healthcare organizations, examining issues of costs, profitability, access, and quality. Topics include performance improvement and quality, evidence-based medicine, strategy and balanced scorecard, project management, lean enterprise, scheduling and capacity management, and supply chain management.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, ECON 200 , HMSM 302  
    Course Frequency: Occasional

Hebrew
  

  • HBRW 101 Elementary Modern Hebrew (4)

    Introduces the fundamental structures of Hebrew with emphasis on acquisition of basic language skills: reading and listening comprehension, and oral and written expression.
    Prerequisite(s): HBRW 101 is open only to beginning students of Hebrew.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • HBRW 102 Elementary Modern Hebrew (4)

    Introduces the fundamental structures of Hebrew with emphasis on acquisition of basic language skills: reading and listening comprehension, and oral and written expression.
    Prerequisite(s): Placement or HBRW 101 .
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HBRW 201 Intermediate Modern Hebrew (4)

    Develops a basic proficiency in Hebrew through practice in the use of basic language skills and acquisition of vocabulary.
    Prerequisite(s): Placement or HBRW 102 .
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • HBRW 202 Intermediate Modern Hebrew (4)

    Develops a basic proficiency in Hebrew through practice in the use of basic language skills and acquisition of vocabulary.
    Prerequisite(s): Placement or HBRW 102 .
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HBRW 313 Hebrew Conversation and Composition (3)

    Develops an advanced proficiency in modern Hebrew through conversation and composition. Texts will be drawn from contemporary Israeli newspapers, literature, and film.
    Prerequisite(s): HBRW 202 , or proficiency as demonstrated through placement exam.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • HBRW 314 Hebrew Conversation and Composition (3)

    Develops an advanced proficiency in modern Hebrew through conversation and composition. Texts will be drawn from contemporary Israeli newspapers, literature, and film.
    Prerequisite(s): HBRW 313 , or proficiency as demonstrated through placement exam.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HBRW 330 Collateral Study (1-3)

    Individually supervised course of reading in Hebrew and in the subject area of a concurrent course offered by another department. The nature and extent of readings will be determined in consultation among student, instructor of the primary subject-matter course, and the language instructor who will supervise and evaluate the student’s linguistic performance. A collateral study course may be repeated up to maximum of six credit hours in conjunction with other primary courses.
    Prerequisite(s): HBRW 202  or placement or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.

Hebrew Literature in Translation
  

  • LTHB 250 Hebrew Literature in (English) Translation (3)

    Study of selected works, representing major literary periods and genres, which illuminate another language and culture or era of a shared human condition.
    Course Frequency: Occasional

Hindi
  

  • HNDI 101 Elementary Hindi I (4)

    Introduces the fundamental structures of Hindi with emphasis on acquisition of basic language skills: reading/listening comprehension and oral/written expression.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • HNDI 101C Elementary Hindi Conversation Supplement (1)

    An optional one-hour weekly session for intensive listening-speaking practice in Hindi using vocabulary and grammatical structures presented in the corresponding course.
    Course Frequency: Fall
    Note: A “C” course may be taken only in conjunction with the basic sequence course in which the student currently enrolled. Credit may not be applied to fulfill the language requirement nor may it count toward the Minor in Asian Studies or Japanese Studies or the Asian Concentration in International Studies.
  

  • HNDI 102 Elementary Hindi II (4)

    Continuation of HNDI 101 . Introduces the fundamental structures of Hindi with emphasis on acquisition of basic language skills: reading/listening comprehension and oral/written expression.
    Prerequisite(s): HNDI 101  or placement.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HNDI 102C Elementary Hindi Conversation Supplement (1)

    An optional one-hour weekly session for intensive listening-speaking practice in Hindi using vocabulary and grammatical structures presented in the corresponding course.
    Course Frequency: Spring
    Note: A “C” course may be taken only in conjunction with the basic sequence course in which the student currently enrolled. Credit may not be applied to fulfill the language requirement nor may it count toward the Minor in Asian Studies or Japanese Studies or the Asian Concentration in International Studies.
  

  • HNDI 201 Intermediate Hindi I (4)

    Develops a basic proficiency in Hindi and familiarity with Indian culture through practice in the use of the basic language skills, acquisition of vocabulary, and familiarity with script.
    Prerequisite(s): HNDI 102  or permission of instructor.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • HNDI 201C Intermediate Hindi Conversation Supplement (1)

    An optional one-hour weekly session for intensive listening-speaking practice in Hindi using vocabulary and grammatical structures presented in the corresponding course.
    Course Frequency: Fall
    Note: A “C” course may be taken only in conjunction with the basic sequence course in which the student currently enrolled. Credit may not be applied to fulfill the language requirement nor may it count toward the Minor in Asian Studies or Japanese Studies or the Asian Concentration in International Studies.
  

  • HNDI 202 Intermediate Hindi II (4)

    Develops a basic proficiency in Hindi and familiarity with Indian culture through practice in the use of the basic language skills and acquisition of vocabulary.
    Prerequisite(s): HNDI 201  or permission of instructor.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • HNDI 202C Intermediate Hindi Conversation Supplement (1)

    An optional one-hour weekly session for intensive listening-speaking practice in Hindi using vocabulary and grammatical structures presented in the corresponding course.
    Course Frequency: Spring
    Note: A “C” course may be taken only in conjunction with the basic sequence course in which the student currently enrolled. Credit may not be applied to fulfill the language requirement nor may it count toward the Minor in Asian Studies or Japanese Studies or the Asian Concentration in International Studies.

Hindi Literature in Translation
  

  • LTHI 250 Hindi Literature in Translation (3)

    In addition to introducing students to Hindi literature from 11th century to modern times, this course provides deep understanding of major political, religious, and cultural influences that have played a fundamental role in the formation of the diverse, unique, and dynamic Indian society.
    Course Frequency: Occasional

Hispanic Studies
  

  • HISP 498 Independent Study (1-3)

    Research on a problem related to Hispanic culture - topic to be defined by the individual student in consultation with the instructor in the department who will guide the work and determine the number of credit hours to be assigned. Does not count toward the major or minor in Spanish. A project proposal must be submitted and approved by the department prior to registration.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor and departmental approval prior to registration.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 3 credit hours.
  

  • HISP 499 Bachelor’s Essay (6)

    A year-long research and writing project done in English during the senior year under the close super vision of a tutor. A project proposal must be submitted and approved. Does not count toward the major or minor in Spanish. A proposal must be submitted and approved by the department prior to registration.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor and departmental approval prior to registration.
    Course Frequency: Occasional

Historic Preservation and Community Planning
  

  • HPCP 199 Introduction to Historic Preservation (3)

    An introduction to the history and contemporary practice of historic preservation in the U.S. The course includes a survey of the content and context of the heritage to be preserved and examines current preservation practice in preserving buildings, landscapes and material culture. Issues related to archeology, architectural history, social history and community planning will be covered.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • HPCP 215 Researching Historic Properties (3)

    This course is designed to introduce research materials and skills applicable in the historic preservation field. Students will learn about the process of documenting properties, understanding their historical context, discussing their significance, and utilizing preservation terminology.
    Prerequisite(s): HPCP 199  
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • HPCP 222 Heritage Preservation and Environmental Conservation (3)

    This class is a survey of how Heritage Preservation and Environmental Conservation overlap in sustainable practice and theory. Topics include preservation and environmental planning, landscape design, rural preservation, Smart Growth, adaptive reuse of historic buildings, green building and architecture, heritage eco-tourism, historic sties, and global climate change.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HPCP 275 History of Land Design (3)

    This course deals with the history of landscape architecture, including urban spaces such as city parks, urban plazas and both formal and vernacular non-urban landscapes. The course will explore the designs and wider meanings of both Western and non-Western landscapes through human history.
    Course Frequency: Fall
    Cross-listing: ARTH 275  
  

  • HPCP 280 Conservation of Historic Materials (3)

    Conservation of Historic Materials focuses on the properties and performance of traditional and historic building materials. Through lectures, site visits and hands on opportunities in the lab and field, a basic knowledge will be provided that will allow students to better understand the mechanics of deterioration and choices for treatments.
    Prerequisite(s): HPCP 199  
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • HPCP 290 Special Topics in Historic Preservation (3)

    Special topics in historic preservation and community planning includes travel abroad courses. May be repeated for credit with differing topics.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 12 credit hours.
  

  • HPCP 298 Autocad and Photoshop for Preservationists (3)

    This course is an introduction to the use of these commonly used digital media for preservation applications. The class will also work on a team based research project specifically geared to demonstrate the capabilities of these tools. No prior experience is required.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • HPCP 299 Preservation Planning Studio (3)

    This course will include case studies and a concentrated study of a local project area. “Tools” to promote revitalization and historic preservation will be discussed. Students will work both individually and in groups and will formulate recommendations for the study area. Charleston area political and preservation organizations will be consulted and research resources in the Charleston community will be utilized.
    Prerequisite(s): HPCP 199  or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
 

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