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H P 4701 - Seminar in Health Promotion (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A critical examination of nutritional, exercise, and health promotion products, information, and quackery. Current knowledge in nutrition, health, exercise physiology, biology, and biochemistry is used to analyze the products, information, and claims for legitimacy.
Prerequisite: H P 3200 .
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H P 4800 - Health Promotion Interventions (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course is designed to provide in-depth understanding of the structure and function of our current health care system and the role of health promotion in addressing our nation’s health. Management and organizational issues related to health promotion/education programs will be included. This course also addresses acquisition of skills in the following areas: grant writing, effective presentation, health education curricula development, community organizing and community building, and preparing students for their internship experiences.
Prerequisites: H P 2100 and senior status or permission of the instructor.
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H P 4900 - Internship (3-12)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
Students are placed in a variety of health related agencies such as health departments, community action agencies, community mental health centers, educational institutions, wellness programs, hospitals, industrial/business settings, etc. for part or all of a semester or summer, under the direction of the health internship coordinator. The student surveys agency functions, completes a project and writes a final paper under the supervision of a health educator or health related person.
Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: senior standing.
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Health and Physical Education |
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HPE 2110 - Foundations of Health and Physical Education (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course will focus on fundamental teaching-learning issues integral to effective, professional practice in health and physical education. Example topics include the history of health and physical education; national and state organizations and standards; learning theories, ethics, philosophies, and appropriate teaching practices; curricular models; trends, problems and issues affecting the profession; diversity; and technology in the classroom. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Corequisites: HPE 2120 and HPE 2130 . A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) is required.
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HPE 2120 - Kinesiology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course will address functional anatomy and basic, qualitative biomechanics relevant to teaching, evaluating and enhancing skill performance. The role of the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems as they relate to the acute and chronic responses to aerobic and anaerobic exercise will also be emphasized. The course will provide an introduction to the physiology of health and fitness that allows for the ability to design safe activities and/or exercise programs to enhance health, fitness, or performance for age groups ranging from children to adults. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Corequisites: HPE 2110 and HPE 2130 . A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) is required.
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HPE 2130 - Motor Behavior (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course will focus on basic principles in the teaching, learning and control of motor skills, current theories of how movements are acquired and performed, and motor development throughout the lifespan with an emphasis on early childhood through early adulthood. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Corequisites: HPE 2110 and HPE 2120 . A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) is required.
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HPE 2500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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HPE 2530-2549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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HPE 3010 - Coaching Principles (3)
When Offered: Summer Session
This course will focus on developing and enhancing the understanding of concepts and methods of coaching and their application to achieving important objectives in working with individuals in athletics-based environments. An emphasis will be placed on principles of behavior, teaching, physical training and management and content addressing leadership and coaching, sportspersonship, coaching diverse athletes, behavior management, drugs in sport and the games approach to coaching will be featured. This course provides insight into the fundamental theoretical and applied aspects associated with successful coaching.
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HPE 3020 - Sport First Aid (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course will focus on understanding the role of a competent first responder in an athletic context. Protocols for the following topics will be covered: emergency action steps and providing life support; first aid for bleeding, tissue damage, and unstable injuries; moving an injured athlete; and returning athletes to play, risk reduction and injury and illness prevention.
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HPE 3030 - Sport-Specific Coaching (3)
When Offered: Summer Session
This course will focus on learning how to teach the technical and tactical skills of specific sports. An emphasis will be placed on the relationship and difference between technical and tactical skills and traditional and games approaches to practice. In addition, instructing, analyzing and correcting essential technical and tactical skills will be addressed. Students will also develop knowledge and skills needed to design effective season and individual practice plans as part of a comprehensive approach to coaching.
Prerequisite: HPE 3010 .
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HPE 3210 - Community and School Health (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course will examine the relationship between communities, schools, and individual and family health. Local, state, and federal resources will provide the content and skills related to disease and injury prevention and the intelligent consumerism of health products and services, including accessing care. Coverage of CDC’s The Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) model will prepare future teachers to enhance success in Health and Physical Education by collaborating with and drawing on community resources. Future teachers will be better able to assist with prevention, intervention, and referral for health problems within the school setting.
Prerequisites: HPE 2110 , HPE 2120 and HPE 2130 with a grade of “C” or higher in each. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) is required.
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HPE 3220 - Instructional Systems (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course will focus on the design, implementation, and assessment of instructional systems and the effective employment of interactive pedagogical skills in physical education and activity- based settings. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisites: HPE 2110 , HPE 2120 and HPE 2130 with a grade of “C” or higher in each. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) is required.
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HPE 3230 - Assessment in Health and Physical Education (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course will focus on theoretical and applied aspects of assessment in health and physical education with an emphasis placed on tests, measurement and evaluation to enhance student learning and instructional effectiveness.
Prerequisites: HPE 2110 , HPE 2120 and HPE 2130 with a grade of “C” or higher in each. (ND Prerequisite: passing the math placement test or successful completion of MAT 0010 .) A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) is required.
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HPE 3240 - Behavioral Health Education (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course will cover the full range of mental and emotional health issues prevalent among children, youth, and families. Specifically, the course will provide an overview of psychological health issues and best practices in prevention and treatment. Particular attention is given to mental health issues for youth, including teenage depression and suicide. Additionally, interpersonal violence will be addressed along with best and emerging practices of prevention. Finally, this course examines the current status of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs and best practices in prevention; as well as resources, treatment and recovery options.
Prerequisites: HPE 2110 , HPE 2120 and HPE 2130 with a grade of “C” or higher in each. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) is required.
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HPE 3500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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HPE 3520 - Instructional Assistance (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A supervised experience in the instructional process on the university level through direct participation in a classroom situation.
May be repeated for a total credit of three semester hours. Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing. Approved contract required.
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HPE 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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HPE 4002 - Psychological Aspects of Sport (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A study of the influence of social forces and psychological factors affecting the individual’s performance in sport.
Prerequisites: PSY 1200 or equivalent or by permission of the instructor.
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HPE 4310 - Elementary Physical Education (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
This course will focus on design, implementation and assessment of elementary physical education programs and the effective employment of interactive pedagogical skills in K-6 activity-based environments. Application of subdisciplinary, pedagogical and content concepts will take place in clinical or laboratory field-based settings. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours .
Prerequisites: HPE 3210 , HPE 3220 , HPE 3230 and HPE 3240 with a grade of “C” or higher in each; R C 2001 or its equivalent. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) is required.
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HPE 4320 - Nutrition and Health-Related Fitness (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Wellness Literacy
This course will focus on planning, implementation, and assessment of nutrition and health-related fitness in K-12 health and physical education. The course will address content and concepts in nutrition, with an emphasis on disease prevention (CVD, obesity, diabetes) and health promotion, as well as fitness concepts, principles, and strategies as they relate to maintenance of a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness. Prospective teachers completing this course will learn to apply instructional strategies to promote physical activity and fitness, healthy eating and weight management, and to assess students’ knowledge and skills in these areas. (CORE: PHY ACT/WELLNESS for HPE Majors Only)
Prerequisites: HPE 3210 , HPE 3220 , HPE 3230 and HPE 3240 with a grade of “C” or higher in each. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) is required.
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HPE 4330 - Sports and Activities I (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course will focus on theoretical and research-verified methodological aspects of teaching sports and activities utilizing model-based instruction. Sport education, tactical games and teaching personal and social responsibility models will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: HPE 3210 , HPE 3220 , HPE 3230 and HPE 3240 with a grade of “C” or higher in each. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) is required.
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HPE 4340 - Sports and Activities II (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course will focus on the application of model-based instruction, providing general content and pedagogical knowledge for a variety of traditional and alternative sports and activities. Developing skills in researching, planning, instructing and assessing sports and activities will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: HPE 3210 , HPE 3220 , HPE 3230 and HPE 3240 with a grade of “C” or higher in each. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) is required.
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HPE 4350 - Sexuality and Sexual Health Education (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course is designed to help teachers of health learn and develop strategies for teaching sexuality and sexual health. Topics to be included are puberty and adolescence, reproductive anatomy and physiology, the prevention of unintended pregnancy/STDs/HIV and sexual violence, healthy relationships, and social justice. Emphasis will be on accessing resources of medically accurate and developmentally appropriate content and curricula, methods for building relationship skills, and delivery of instruction in compliance with the Healthy Youth Act and Essential Standards in Healthful Living Education.
Prerequisites: HPE 3210 , HPE 3220 , HPE 3230 and HPE 3240 with a grade of “C” or higher in each. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) is required.
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HPE 4410 - Adapted Physical Education (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course will focus on common types of disabilities with an emphasis on providing safe, appropriate and individualized accommodations for children with disabilities. Students will complete a supervised adapted PE teaching experience in a laboratory based setting. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisites: HPE 4310 , HPE 4320 , HPE 4330 , HPE 4340 and HPE 4350 with a grade of “C” or higher in each. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) is required.
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HPE 4420 - PE Practicum (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course will focus on the application of content and pedagogical concepts in a practicum setting. Students enrolled in this course will plan, implement and assess an instructional unit. Implementation of the unit will take place in a field-based practicum venue under the supervision of the HPE 4420 instructor and PE Activity Program course instructor(s).
Prerequisites: HPE 4310 , HPE 4320 , HPE 4330 , HPE 4340 and HPE 4350 with a grade of “C” or higher in each. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) is required.
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HPE 4430 - Physical Education Methods (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course will prepare future teachers to plan and deliver effective instruction in physical education. Implementation and assessment of the Essential Standards and Clarifying Objectives in the NC Standard Course of Study, as well as the National Physical Education Standards, will be a goal of this course. Students will be able to utilize a variety of teaching strategies to address contextual factors and meet the learning needs of a diverse student population.
Prerequisites: HPE 4310 , HPE 4320 , HPE 4330 , HPE 4340 and HPE 4350 with a grade of “C” or higher in each. Observation and teaching in public schools are required. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) is required.
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HPE 4440 - Health Education Methods (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course will prepare future teachers to plan and deliver effective instruction in health education. Implementation and assessment of the Essential Standards and Clarifying Objectives in the NC Standard Course of Study, as well as the National Health Education Standards, will be a goal of this course. Students will be able to utilize a variety of teaching strategies to address contextual factors and meet the learning needs of a diverse student population.
Prerequisites: HPE 4310 , HPE 4320 , HPE 4330 , HPE 4340 and HPE 4350 with a grade of “C” or higher in each. Observation and teaching in public schools are required. A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) is required.
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HPE 4500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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HPE 4530-4549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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Human Development and Psychological Counseling |
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HPC 2200 - Life/Career Planning (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This individually oriented study helps students consider those career choices and related factors contributing to satisfaction and happiness in life. The process of decision making, goal setting and self-management by objectives will be studied in order for the student to plan systematically for a career.
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HPC 2700 - Principles of Leadership (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Designed to introduce students to models and theories of leadership and to create an understanding of and an appreciation for the increasing complexity of leading diverse organizations. The course will provide students with opportunities for self-discovery, personal growth and skill development through active learning and group discussions.
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HPC 3150 - Peer Leader Seminar (3)
When Offered: Fall
This seminar course prepares Peer Leaders for their role in the First Year Seminar class (UCO 1200 ) and provides important skills that can be applied in any leadership setting. Focuses on public speaking and group facilitation skills, leadership, and helping skills. Open only to First Year Seminar Peer Leaders.
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HPC 3390 - An Introduction to and Procedures in the Helping Professions (3)
When Offered: On Demand
Historical, philosophical, and legal aspects of the helping professions. Emphasis placed on understanding the various approaches to counseling. Contributions of paramedical and other areas are discussed.
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HPC 3400 - Resident Assistant Development (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Designed to enhance the personal and professional growth of resident assistants. Emphasis is given to the residential living/learning environment and related student development theory; leadership development and styles; communication skills/styles; and situational topics relative to the resident assistant position. Open only to approved prospective or current Appalachian resident assistants.
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HPC 3500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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HPC 3520 - Instructional Assistant (1)
When Offered: On Demand
A supervised experience in the instructional process on the university level through direct participation in a classroom situation.
May be repeated for a total credit of three semester hours. Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
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HPC 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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HPC 3700 - Applied Leadership Development in Student Organizations (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Designed to study the component parts of organizational leadership while assisting leaders in various student clubs and organizations to develop further their leadership skills. The course format will combine instruction, discussion, and experiential learning in order to bridge the appropriate theories with the reality of organizational leadership. The course is limited to students in existing club/ organization leadership roles.
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HPC 4300 - Advanced Student Leadership Development (3)
When Offered: Fall
Designed for designated student body officers/leaders to develop and practice their leadership capabilities. It combines the theoretical understanding through the classroom setting with the practical concepts through a practicum. Emphases include an understanding of the University community, clear organizational goals, advanced leadership concepts, and related topics/issues. The course is limited to those invited and approved by the instructor.
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HPC 4570 - The Addictive Process (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An examination of sociological and psychological contributants to alcohol and drug addiction and abuse in our society. The addictive process and its impact on the individual and society are described, as well as treatment and prevention program efforts. Students will also examine their own feelings and attitudes about alcohol and drug use and abuse.
[Dual-listed with HPC 5560.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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HPC 4700 - Capstone Seminar in Leadership (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course is the capstone course for the undergraduate minor in Leadership Studies. It provides students with the opportunity to synthesize their minor coursework and their co-curricular involvement, and it also provides students with the opportunity to develop high level leadership skills such as consensus building and ethical decision-making.
Prerequisites: HPC 2700 , senior standing, and consent of the instructor.
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HPC 4710 - Teaching Sex Education within a Family Context (3)
When Offered: Fall
This course is designed to help health educators learn and develop strategies for teaching family living and sexuality to different age groups such as elementary, middle grades, secondary and adults. Topics to be included are reproductive anatomy, physiology, STDs and AIDS, varying cultural differences, and gaining community support. Each student will be responsible for developing appropriate curricular materials for the age group she or he will be teaching.
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HPC 4790 - Group Methods and Processes (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A study of group dynamics, experimentation in groups, leadership roles, and applicability to other settings.
[Dual-listed with HPC 5790.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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HPC 4800 - Basic Dream Interpretation (3)
When Offered: On Demand
A review of C.G. Jung’s life and the development of analytical psychology. This review includes the beginning and expansion of his analytical approach to dream analysis. Special attention will be given to the structure of dreams, dream images and how dreams relate to the life of the dreamer. Students will begin to explore their dreams via the analytical method.
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HPC 4840 - Human Relations and Interaction (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Examines the key elements in effective interpersonal communication. Students will be exposed to one or more human relations models that are designed to improve their communication skills. Emphasis will be given to applying constructive methods of human relations in a variety of settings including business, schools, and social service agencies.
[Dual-listed with HPC 5840.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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HPC 4900 - Internship in Public Schools (1-9)
When Offered: On Demand
Designed for school counselor graduate students who do not possess an “A” teaching license and who must have an extended internship in a public school setting prior to obtaining an “M” license. Each internship is arranged and coordinated on an individual basis consistent with state policies. This course will be limited to students accepted into the school counselor program and the course credit will not count toward the graduate degree.
Graded on an S/U basis.
[Dual-listed with HPC 5000.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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IDS 2000 - This Grand Experiment: An Introduction to American Studies (3)
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “American Culture: Past and Present”)
Since the 1930s, scholars have been studying the core values and ideas that define American (U.S.) culture. American Studies scholars integrate ideas and methods from a diverse array of disciplines in examining what it is that makes this place and its people “American.” In this course, students will review the roots of American Studies and the concepts of exceptionalism, multiculturalism, and transnationalism, which have characterized how U.S. culture is perceived both here and abroad. Embedded in these concepts are physical, economic, political, and demographic characteristics that have historically defined and continue to define “America.”
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IDS 2001 - Interdisciplinary Connections I (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Intended for IDS majors, this course introduces students to the theory and practice of interdisciplinarity by means of selected readings and the application of methods. Students will apply concepts central to the course to a variety of integrative and investigative projects, in addition to the design of their own programs of study.
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IDS 2302 - Freudian Dreams and Cultural Analysis (3)
When Offered: Spring
GEN ED: Liberal Studies Experience
This course will introduce Freud’s theories through his own writings, including his classic, The Interpretation of Dreams, and will explore the ways in which psychoanalysis helps illuminate and explain art, literature, film, and culture.
(Same as WRC 2302 .)
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IDS 2450 - Introduction to Not-for-Profit Organizations (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course explores many facets of nonprofit organizations including organizational structure, laws, and regulations in nonprofit, employment and working conditions, entry methods into nonprofit careers, and segments of the nonprofit world of work. This course also explores the guiding principles, philosophy and mission of nonprofit organizations from an interdisciplinary approach, studying them from a societal, historical, political, legislative, and economic point of view.
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IDS 2500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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IDS 2530-2549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring. On Demand
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IDS 3000 - Histories of Knowledges (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course introduces central concerns of interdisciplinary studies through analyses of histories of knowledge production, definition, and categorization, cultural derivations and influences on what we know, the significance of paradigms and media, and the importance of perspective and situation in shaping what we define as knowledge.
Prerequisite: R C 2001 or its equivalent.
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IDS 3001 - Interdisciplinary Connections II (2)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
Through selected readings and guided discussion, this course provides IDS majors the opportunity to write and reflect on their interdisciplinary course work, their programs of study, and on the variety of methods that may be employed in pursuing interdisciplinary scholarship.
Prerequisites: R C 2001 or its equivalent; IDS 2001 or permission of instructor. Corequisite: ANT 3410 , C J 3115 /P S 3115 , COM 3100 , ENG 3000 , HIS 2800 , IDS 3210 , GHY 3800 /PLN 3800 , PLN 3432 , SOC 3885 or STT 2820 ; or permission of instructor.
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IDS 3010 - H2O: We are Water (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “Sustainability and Global Resources”)
Water is studied in disciplines ranging from art to zoology. The hydrologic cycle functions on a global scale but has local impacts. This interdisciplinary course will look at water policy and how we manage water resources; who gets water, for what purpose; and the impacts of these decisions on the resource. It will discuss the ways we use water, abuse it, revere it, ignore it, and fight over it. In the US, our quality of life is entirely dependent on cheap, plentiful, clean water. We use it in vast quantities to produce power, grow food, and protect our health. Globally, demands for water continue to increase. The class will cover the intersections among our scientific understanding of water flows, our technological developments, and our policy approaches toward this elemental resource, locally and globally.
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IDS 3025 - Contemporary Topics in Science and Technology Studies (3)
When Offered: On Demand
GEN ED: Liberal Studies Experience
This course provides students with an in-depth understanding of how science and technology shape society and culture. Through a topical focus, students will explore the values embedded within a technological society, and the ways in which power and knowledge are produced and maintained.
Students may repeat this course for credit as long as the course topic is unique.
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IDS 3050 - Social Media and Community Engagement (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course will explore the role of social media to build, sustain, and deepen connections with community members. It will examine the role of a range of new media tools within community support programs, cultural heritage sites, and other not-for-profit organizations to engage clients, donors, and other stakeholders. This course will involve project work with community partners.
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IDS 3150 - Interdisciplinary Praxis (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course provides an overview of interdisciplinary praxis by means of selected readings in theories and philosophies of interdisciplinarity and in interdisciplinary practices. It moves from broad investigations to students’ application of them to both their concentrations and the portfolio each IDS major must complete for graduation. The course will introduce the concepts and requirements for the portfolio and assist students in preparing a plan to satisfy the portfolio requirement.
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IDS 3210 - Exploring the Documentary Form (3)
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “How We Tell Stories”)
The course offers students a chance to learn the fundamentals of non-fiction story telling. Students will research a topic, and then develop a video, audio, or photographic documentary that uses their research to tell a compelling story. During this course, students will learn a range of techniques that bridge academic disciplines: how to use both primary and secondary sources for research, writing skills to structure their documentaries, visual communication techniques to translate their writing into images, and editing skills to clearly communicate their story.
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IDS 3250 - Internet Studies (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Liberal Studies Experience
This seminar explores the emerging interdisciplinary field of Internet Studies. Topics covered may include the digital divide, virtual communities, race and gender in cyberspace, and topics in cyberculture. These and other issues may be explored for their social, political, psychological, economic, cultural, ethical, and artistic implications. This seminar will also help students develop their critical reading and writing skills in connection with the World Wide Web, explore Internet research methodologies, and introduce students to some of the technical and editorial issues involved in Web page design and publication.
There are no prerequisites. This course is required for the concentration in Internet Studies under the B.A. degree in Interdisciplinary Studies; and it is also a required course for the undergraduate minor in Internet Studies.
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IDS 3260 - Creativity: An Introduction (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An interdisciplinary and cross-cultural investigation of creativity as an individual, social, cultural, and natural phenomenon. Although often associated with artistry, creativity contributes to the development of all academic and professional disciplines and is an important component in non-academic culture and in individual life. The concept of creativity has deep roots in Western culture (going back at least to Augustine), and the cross-disciplinary study of creativity has burgeoned in the United States since WWII. The class will explore: the history of the concept of creativity; creativity and self-fulfillment; psychological, anthropological, and sociological theories of creativity; practices claiming to enhance creativity; and case studies of creative individuals and creative breakthroughs.
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IDS 3330 - Introduction to Africana Studies (3)
When Offered: Fall
This course offers students the opportunity to examine the complex historical, social, political, and cultural issues of peoples of Africa and the African Diaspora. Central themes of this multi-disciplinary course include examinations of pre-colonial African societies, slavery in the Atlantic Basin and in the New World, the evolution of race and racism, and African influences in communities outside of the continent.
(Same as HIS 3330 .) (This course is the required introductory course for the Africana Studies Minor. (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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IDS 3500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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IDS 3520 - Instructional Assistance (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A supervised experience in the instructional process on the university level through direct participation in a classroom situation.
May be repeated for a total credit of three semester hours. Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
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IDS 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring. On Demand
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IDS 3650 - Marx’s Capital (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “Revolutions: Social and Political”)
This course provides an introduction to Karl Marx as well as an in-depth study of his major theoretical work, Capital, Volume I. The transdisciplinary uses of Marxian theory in illuminating a wide variety of issues across disciplinary boundaries will be explored. Students will be asked to make connections between Marx’s writings and their own areas of study.
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IDS 3900 - Internship (3-12)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Supervised work in an appropriate field experience. Student must get approval from the advisor of the B.A. in interdisciplinary studies program prior to enrolling.
Graded on an S/U basis.
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IDS 4001 - Interdisciplinary Connections III (1)
When Offered: Fall. Spring
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
In this course, students will draw together work covering the range of their interdisciplinary studies to produce a portfolio of representative work. This portfolio will serve not only as a culminating document, but it will also provide students with an opportunity for reflection in writing on the trajectory of their studies and future direction for their work. Students should take this course their final semester before graduating.
Prerequisite: IDS 3001 and at least 11 s.h. of IDS-prefixed coursework.
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IDS 4510 - Senior Honors Thesis/Project (1-3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Independent study and research. Honors thesis directed by a member of the Interdisciplinary Studies Program faculty and graded by a committee appropriate for the topic. Oral presentation.
Corequisite: IDS 4550 .
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IDS 4530-4549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring. On Demand
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IDS 4550 - Senior Seminar (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
In this class, students will have the opportunity to draw together the diverse strands of their interdisciplinary studies, reflect on the connections among these strands, and produce an in-depth senior project focusing on their concentration within the major. Students will have the opportunity to reflect on methodology - how one brings together data, methods and practices from diverse disciplines, both academic and non-academic. Students will be asked to present and discuss aspects of projects in class and present their final projects in a public forum to students and faculty. The final portfolio is to be turned in to the student’s Senior Seminar professor before the end of the student’s last semester.
Prerequisites: senior standing and IDS 3000 .
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IND 1001 - Technical Drafting (4)
When Offered: On Demand
Fundamentals of technical drafting including: lettering, sketching, instrument and CAD techniques, views and orthographic projection, pictorial drawing, dimensions, sections, and working drawings. Selected assignments from this course will be appropriate for inclusion in student portfolios. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours.
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IND 1010 - CADD I: Imaging (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course is a survey of Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) software as it relates to Industrial Design. A focus will be placed on skill development of digital illustration and presentation techniques. Selected assignments from this course will be appropriate for inclusion in student portfolios. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
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IND 2000 - Sophomore Portfolio Review (0)
When Offered: Spring
The process of preparing and submitted the sophomore portfolio. The portfolio represents the student’s best course work to date
Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisites: IND 1010 , IND 2120 ; IND 2411 or IND 2421 ; R C 2001 or its equivalent; and declared major in Industrial Design. Students are required to pass the review for admittance to upper level courses.
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IND 2004 - Introduction to Metals Technology (3)
When Offered: On Demand
Experience-centered exploration into the sub-fields of metals technology with emphasis given to both the unique and supportive roles the metals industry plays in the total industrial scheme. Specific areas to be covered are: the nature and characteristics of metals, designing metals for manufacturing and production, layout techniques, bench metals, sheetmetal fabrication, fastening techniques, foundry, forging and heat treating. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
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IND 2005 - Wood Technology (4)
When Offered: On Demand
Introduction to woodworking with wood and the woods industry; care and use of basic woodworking tools and machines; processes and techniques involved in the planning, designing, jointing, shaping, and finishing of wood materials in the furniture industry. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours.
Prerequisite: IND 1001 .
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IND 2008 - Plastics Technology (3)
When Offered: On Demand
Introduction to materials and processes of the plastic industry. Laboratory experiences will include a variety of techniques and procedures utilizing these materials and processes. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
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IND 2012 - Product Design (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Fine Arts Designation; Liberal Studies Experience
This is an introduction to product design and problem-solving techniques. Emphasis is given to history of industrial design, methods for communicating design ideas, systematic design, product design specifications, corporate strategies in planning product innovations, fundamentals of materials and manufacturing processes used in the mass production of consumer products. Students will write multiple reports and give oral presentations throughout the semester. Selected assignments from this course will be appropriate for inclusion in student portfolios. Lecture three hours.
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IND 2110 - Introduction to Fabrication (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course will be an introduction to different materials and how to process them. Included will be a discussion of characteristics and the nature of woods, metals, and plastics. In addition, students will be exposed to a variety of processing techniques for these materials. Studio six hours.
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IND 2116 - Ceramic Technology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Exploratory experiences with ceramic materials that emphasize the application and forming processes for industrial use. Specific areas covered are: materials, construction, jiggering, slip casting, molding, tech. glazing, kilns, and firing tech. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
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IND 2120 - Materials and Processes I (3)
When Offered: Fall
This course is an introduction to different materials and how to process them. Discussion of characteristics and the nature of materials might include: woods, metals, plastics, rubbers, concrete, fibers and ceramics. In addition, students will be exposed to a variety of processing techniques for these materials. Studio six hours.
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IND 2201 - Design Drawing I (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course will introduce basic drawing principles and techniques as important tools for visual thinking and communication of design ideas. The primary emphasis will be on freehand sketching for quick ideation during problem-solving, though experimentation with different media will be encouraged. Studio six hours.
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IND 2211 - Design Drawing II (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course will introduce basic marker drawing principles and techniques as important tools for visual thinking and communication of design ideas. The primary emphasis will be on ballpoint and marker (Prismacolor or Pantone, etc.) rendering. Experimentation with different media will be encouraged (Prismacolor pencils, pastels, etc.). Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: IND 2201 .
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IND 2222 - Laboratory Management (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Practical experience in facilities management and control. Including materials management, access regulation, machine functionality, material control, and safety. Laboratory two hours.
Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisites: IND 2120 ,
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IND 2301 - Model Making (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course introduces students to wood shop equipment, machine shop equipment, mockup techniques, mold-making, thermoforming, painting, and finishing techniques. Quality, craftsmanship and shop safety are emphasized. The skills developed will provide students with the opportunity to create professional phototypes and visual tools to aid in their presentation/design development. Students are exposed to materials such as chipboard, wood, plastic and foam.
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IND 2311 - Human Factors in Design (3)
When Offered: Fall
The study of human capabilities and the design of parameters to fit an environment, task or product. Topics include the range and application of human measurements and senses. The course also addresses ergonomic design and design for challenged individuals. Lecture three hours.
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IND 2321 - Physical Principles for Designers (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course studies a broad array of physical principles useful for design. Topics include: heat transfer, thermodynamics, power mechanics, electronics and electricity, material science, strength of materials, statics, dynamics, and acoustics. The topics are covered as an overview with application examples. Students are expected to solve various design problems and give portfolio quality presentations to the class. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
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IND 2401 - History of Furniture Design (3)
When Offered: Spring
A seminar studying the history of furniture design from 3000 B.C. - present. As a survey of the development of furniture from antiquity to the present day, the course will examine furniture design within a broad context of social, political, economic, and technical perspectives exclusive to each historical period. Lecture three hours.
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IND 2402 - Survey of Contemporary Design (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course examines design in the late 20th and 21st century; such as furniture, architecture, interiors, textiles, lighting, product, and fashion. Testimony from forward-thinking design figures, international fairs, museum exhibits, and the influence of new materials and technologies; Culminating in the exploration of dominant themes driving design today. Lecture three hours.
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IND 2411 - Introduction to Design Studio (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Product design studio is an integral aspect of the educational process of a designer. This course will allow students the opportunity to experience the process and methodology associated with studio projects. Successful students will complete a series of design projects where they develop concepts from ideas to fully realized models. Studio six hours.
Prerequisites: INT 1001 , INT 1002 , and IND 2201 .
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IND 2421 - Preliminary Design Studio (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Product design studio is an integral aspect of the educational process of a designer. This studio based course offers students the opportunity to experience the process with furniture based projects. Successful students complete a series of design projects focused on furniture related topics. Design concepts are generated, developed, and clarified in a process that moves from schematic studies to detailed proposals to built works. Studio six hours.
Prerequisites: INT 1001 , INT 1002 , and IND 2201 .
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IND 2901 - CADD II: Free Modeling (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course is an in-depth exploration of Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) software as used in free modeling applications. Units will include: layout and construction methods, perspective, finished illustration techniques and an introduction to animation. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: IND 1010 or permission of the instructor.
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IND 3004 - Welding (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course covers information about welding safety, equipment, materials, and applications of arc, oxy-acetylene, and inert gas techniques to include typical welding positions and welding ferrous and nonferrous metals. Lecture one hour, laboratory four hours.
Prerequisite: IND 2110 or IND 2120 .
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IND 3025 - Advanced Wood Technology (4)
When Offered: On Demand
Advanced machine tool operations, furniture construction, and a study of general materials used in the furniture industry. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours.
Prerequisite: IND 2005 .
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IND 3054 - Metals Technology (3)
When Offered: On Demand
An in-depth, experience-centered examination of metal processing techniques. This course concentrates on advanced machine and non-machine metal manufacturing techniques. Emphasis will be placed on individual problem solving. Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisite: IND 2004 .
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IND 3100 - Furniture I (3)
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
This course takes an in-depth approach to research, sketching, and drawing to give students insight into furniture types, elements, and construction. This insight may be utilized to help focus further research and design, culminating in construction documents and renderings. Studio six hours.
Prerequisites: IND 2000 , IND 2401 , R C 2001 or its equivalent.
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IND 3120 - Materials and Processes II (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course is an advanced investigation into materials and techniques. Students are exposed to a variety of methods in a breadth of materials. Materials covered may include plastic, wood, metal and resins. Processes covered may include: rapid prototyping, computer numerical control, thermoforming, mold-making, casting, extrusion, injection and blow molding. Topics discussed may include: design for manufacturing, snap-fit design, design for disassembly, design for reuse, and the cradle to grave vs. cradle to cradle design theory. Studio six hours.
Prerequisite: IND 2000 .
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IND 3200 - Furniture II (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course is a study of the construction practices commonly used by the furniture industry. Additionally, students will take an in depth look at the techniques utilized in the construction and design of upholstered products. The knowledge obtained will be utilized to help focus further research and design, culminating in construction documents and a completely fabricated piece of furniture. Additional methods and processes addressed may include mock-ups, scale models, veneering, bent lamination, and finishing.
Prerequisite: IND 3100 . Studio six hours.
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IND 3500 - Independent Study (1-5)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Approved contract is required
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