College of
Arts and Sciences
Victor S. Hjelm, Ph.D., Dean
Barry L. Keller, Ph.D., Associate Dean
The College of Arts and Sciences introduces students to ways of thinking and expression intrinsic to the arts, humanities, and social and natural sciences. Students are thereby aided in the development of intellectual skills and personal values which serve them in career planning and life-long learning.
Some fifty different curricula provide work leading to Associate of Science, Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Music, Master of Arts, Master of Fine Arts, Master of Public Administration, Master of Natural Science, Master of Science, Doctor of Arts, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. These curricula provide a rather wide selection which includes the recognized courses in the main fields of knowledge. The general plan is to provide an acquaintance with the basic tools of culture and to explore one or another discipline in greater depth. The bachelors' degrees which are awarded are considered as evidence of qualification to enter certain occupations directly; in many instances they indicate preparation for more advanced professional study.
Students planning to complete work in a graduate school or professional school, for example, in engineering, law, dentistry or medicine, should pay particular attention to the stated requirements of the institutions which they plan to attend to be prepared for admission. If a particular institution has not yet been selected, the student is advised to consult catalogs and seek advice as to the requirements commonly made in such schools.
General Education Requirements
All Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degree programs include a general education component intended to provide a breadth of knowledge in liberal studies as a necessary background for the specialized knowledge acquired in the discipline in which the student majors. Additionally, the General Education Requirements are intended to assist the student in developing the intellectual flexibility necessary for a fulfilling career.
By meeting these requirements, students develop their skills in oral, written and mathematical communication. They also acquire habits of thought traditionally associated with the well-educated person: the ability to analyze and propose solutions to personal, social and scientific problems, the ability to recognize and assess value structures and the ability to understand and evaluate the literary and expressive arts.
The general education component for the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degree programs require students to complete the goal requirements listed under the General Education Requirements section under General Academic Information of this catalog. Students are encouraged to consult with their advisor in determining their curriculum.
Transfer Policy
Students transferring to Idaho State University who seek a bachelor's degree in the College of Arts and Sciences should refer to the section, Policies Governing Fulfillment of General Education Goals. The College of Arts and Sciences has one exception to this policy statement: Students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree, who do not have an associate degree recognized under the designated articulation agreements, and who are transferring 58 or more credits, must complete Goals 10A, 10B and six additional credit hours in Goals 9, 11, and/or 12.
Major Concentration Requirements
In addition to the general education component, all Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degree programs require a concentration in a departmental major of at least 24 credits, of which at least 16 credits must be in courses numbered 300 and above. The particular course requirements of the departmental majors in the College of Arts and Sciences are outlined under the department headings in the catalog.
The Teacher Education Program
The College of Arts and Sciences shares responsibility with the College of Education for the Teacher Education Program. Students may fulfill the requirements of the Teacher Education Program while majoring in a discipline within the College of Arts and Sciences. Application for admission to the Teacher Education Program does not require a student to apply for admission to the College of Education. Arts and Sciences majors who apply for admission to the Teacher Education Program must meet the following academic criteria: (1) completion of 24 credits, (2) accumulative grade point average of 2.25 or better, (3) minimum grades of C in Education 200, English 101 and Speech 101. Additional certification requirements include 34 credits of specific coursework in the College of Education.
Pre-Health Professional Programs
(See Special Cooperative Programs for additional information.)
Pre-professional preparation for schools of dentistry, medicine, optometry, osteopathic medicine, podiatric medicine and veterinary medicine can be carried out at Idaho State University. Advising for such programs is available through the Health Professions Advisory Committee. Anyone interested in health professional programs located at ISU (dental hygiene, health care administration, medical technology, nursing, pharmacy, radiographic science, and speech pathology and audiology) should contact those departments and colleges directly. Present members of the ISU Health Professions Advisory Committee are:
D.E. Bunde, Ph.D.
Department of Biological Sciences
L.J. Fontenelle, Ph.D.
College of Pharmacy
L.C. Hatzenbuehler, Ph.D.
College of Health Related Professions
and Department of Psychology
C.A. Hofman, Ph.D.
Department of Economics
R.W. McCune, Ph.D.
Department of Biological Sciences, Chair
R.R. Seeley, Ph.D.
Department of Biological Sciences
C. Wigal, Ph.D.
Department of Chemistry
General Information
Pre-health professional students at ISU must satisfy specific pre-professional course requirements for their academic majors at the undergraduate level. Most health professional schools provide substantial latitude in the academic majors pursued by students preparing for application to post-graduate professional programs. Each ISU pre-health student must consult with a member of the Health Professions Advisory Committee in order to successfully combine an academic major with a pre-health professional program. It is strongly recommended that pre-professional students develop a strong background in courses such as those listed below. Courses required by most health professional schools include, but are not limited to, the following:
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I 5 cr CHEM 122 General Chemistry II 4 cr ENGL 101 English Composition 3 cr ENGL 201 Critical Reading and Writing 3 cr BIOS 101 General Zoology 3 cr BIOS 102 General Zoology Lab 1 cr BIOS 206 Cell Biology 3 cr BIOS 207 Cell Biology Lab 1 cr CHEM 301-302 Organic Chemistry 7 cr CHEM 304 Organic Chemistry Lab I 1 cr PHYS 211-212 General Physics 6 cr PHYS 213-214 General Physics Lab 2 cr
(Note the departmental prerequisites which accompany many of these courses.)
In addition to completing specified prerequisite courses, almost all health professional schools strongly recommend, and occasionally require, that the pre-professional student obtain practical experience in the health professional field s/he plans to enter. The applicant also will usually be required to take a national standardized admission test. Students who complete three years of the curriculum in zoology with a grade point average of 2.5 or higher may be eligible to receive a B.S. degree in zoology after completion of the first year of study at a departmentally approved school of medicine, dentistry, or veterinary medicine. Students choosing this option must complete a minimum of 96 credits, satisfy all Idaho State University General Education Requirements, and complete all courses numbered 300 or lower which are required by the zoology curriculum. Students are advised to consult with the chair or assistant chair of the Department of Biological Sciences early in their programs if they plan to pursue this program option.
Pre-Dentistry
The above courses provide a core for pre-dental requirements of most dental schools. However, some dental schools have additional requirements. Pre-dental students should consult the latest edition of "Admission Requirements of U. S. and Canadian Dental Schools," published by the American Association of Dental Schools, 1625 Massachusetts Avenue, N. W., Washington, D.C. 20036. Members of the Health Professions Advisory Committee have copies of this publication. Dental schools also require that all applicants take the Dental Admission Test (DAT). Idaho residents should be especially aware that the State of Idaho currently participates in a joint dental education program with the Creighton University School of Dentistry which has available up to seven seats per year for residents of Idaho.
Dentistry
In the fall of 1982, Idaho State University and the Creighton University School of Dentistry implemented a decentralized dental education program, the Idaho Dental Education Program (IDEP). Under this program, up to seven seats per year at the Creighton University School of Dentistry are reserved for Idaho residents. The first professional year of the dental school program is on the ISU campus in Pocatello. The students then move to the Creighton University School of Dentistry in Omaha for the second, third and fourth professional years.
Pre-Medicine
The core of pre-medical courses required by most medical schools is the same as that presented under General Information. Again, many medical schools have additional requirements. Pre-medical students should consult the latest edition of "Medical School Admission Requirements, USA and Canada," published by the Association of American Medical Colleges, One Dupont Circle, N. W., Washington, D. C. 20036. Members of the Health Professions Advisory Committee have copies of this publication. Medical schools also require that all applicants take the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT).
Idaho residents should be aware that the State of Idaho is a participant in the Washington-Alaska-Montana-Idaho (WAMI) decentralized medical education program of the University of Washington School of Medicine and that Idaho also has a contractual agreement with the University of Utah School of Medicine. Each of these programs reserves a certain number of seats in the respective medical school classes (presently 15 at the University of Washington School of Medicine and four at the University of Utah School of Medicine) for residents of Idaho.
Therefore, Idaho residents are advised to at least satisfy pre-medical requirements for these two medical schools. Prospective applicants should consult with the chair of the Health Professions Advisory Committee for details concerning these special medical education programs, as well as details concerning the MCAT.
Pre-Optometry
The core courses listed under General Information provide some guidance for the pre-optometry student. However, the large number of significant differences in pre-optometry requirements by the various optometry schools requires that the student obtain a specific list of requirements for each optometry school.
Prospective applicants should consult the latest edition of "Admissions to Schools and Colleges of Optometry," available free from the American Optometric Association, 243 N. Lindbergh Boulevard, St. Louis, Missouri 63141. The chair of the Health Professions Advisory Committee has a copy of this publication. All optometry schools and colleges require all applicants to take the Optometry Admission Test (OAT).
Several optometry schools are members of the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) and will therefore give preference to applicants who are residents of WICHE states, such as Idaho. Pre-optometry students should consult with the chair of the Health Professions Advisory Committee for complete pre-optometry requirements for each school or college of optometry, and also for details concerning the OAT and the WICHE program.
Pre-Osteopathic Medicine
General requirements for pre-osteopathic medicine are nearly identical to those discussed under Pre-medicine. More information concerning osteopathic medicine can be obtained by writing to the American Osteopathic Association, 212 East Ohio Street, Chicago, Illinois 60611, or by consulting with the chair of the Health Professions Advisory Committee.
Pre-Podiatric Medicine
The core pre-podiatric medical courses are the same as those presented under General Information. Pre-professional requirements of some podiatric medical schools may vary from that list. Therefore, the pre-podiatric medical student should consult the latest edition of "Podiatric Medical Education," available from the American Association of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine, 20 Chevy Chase Circle, N. W., Washington, D. C. 20015. The chair of the Health Professions Advisory Committee has a copy of this publication. All podiatric medical schools require all applicants to take the MCAT (see Pre-medicine). Pre-podiatric medical students should consult with the chair of the Health Professions Advisory Committee about complete pre-podiatric medical requirements and details concerning the MCAT.
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
The core pre-veterinary medical courses are similar to those listed under General Information. However, there are sufficient differences that the pre-veterinary medical student should consult catalogs of the veterinary medical schools to which s/he eventually plans to apply, as well as consulting with his/her advisor. Students should consult with the chair of the Health Professions Advisory Committee.
Idaho residents should be advised that long term agreement has been reached between the states of Washington, Oregon, and Idaho to share responsibility for the curriculum and program at the Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine. This program (WOI) is the major one which will accept Idaho residents.
Therefore, Idaho residents should make every effort to become familiar with the pre-veterinary requirements of the Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine so proper courses will be taken in pre-veterinary medical work at ISU. Students who are not residents of Idaho should consult with the chair of the Health Professions Advisory Committee concerning the choice of veterinary medical schools to apply and the proper development of a pre-veterinary medical program at ISU.
The pre-veterinary medical student also should be aware that most veterinary schools look upon some practical experience with a veterinarian as a very desirable or even necessary prerequisite for admission. The Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine specifically requires a minimum of 300 hours of experience with a veterinarian. It also requires that the applicant take the Aptitude (Verbal and Quantitative) Section of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Veterinary Aptitude Test (VAT).
Pre-Law Program
The successful attorney is one who understands how changes within society affect the relationships between and among people. An effective attorney should have an understanding of human behavior, social, political and economic change, our ecological systems and the general influence of our philosophical, literary and historical heritage. Hence, the student with a broad undergraduate preparation and a developed insight into many facets of life attains the best educational preparation for the practice of law.
There is no set course pattern or curriculum leading to a degree in pre-law. The Association of American Law Schools recommends that pre-law students major in whatever field interests them. Students may benefit from this recommendation in two ways: they will generally do better in areas of study which interest them, and formal training in the major area is a valuable end in itself. The student who aspires to attend law school should seek the counsel of one of the members of the Pre-Law Advising Committee. Members are:
Dr. C. A. Hofman, Economics
Dr. T. Hale, History
Dr. David Adler, Political Science
Dr. B. D. Loebs, Speech and Drama
Dr. S. B. Pawar, Business
These pre-law advisors will create a pre-law curriculum designed to accommodate the student's major and help him/her prepare for the Law School Admission Test and a career in accordance with the principles discussed above.
Bachelor of Arts in General Studies
This is a non-specialist degree program designed to meet the needs of students interested in broadly based education in the liberal arts. It provides greater flexibility and breadth in subject matter than provided by traditional degree programs. Students in the general studies program must complete all 12 of the General Education goals and will take a majority of courses in the College of Arts and Sciences. See the Associate Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences for more detailed information.
Upper division courses - A minimum of 48 credits of Arts and Sciences courses are required but not more than a total of 40 credits may be earned in any one subject field. Electives - Courses from all across the university may be utilized to complete the 128 credit hours required for graduation.
Associate of Arts in General Studies
This degree requires completion of the following program:
Credits Required
General Education Requirements for a Bachelor of Arts
degree in the College of Arts and Sciences 45 - 52* cr Additional lower division courses in the humanities 6 crAdditional lower division courses in the social sciences 6 cr
Electives 0 - 7 cr Total 64 cr
Of the last 20 credits applied to an Associate's degree, 16 credits must be taken in residence at Idaho State University.
*The number of credits required for the General Education Requirements varies depending on the student's performance on proficiency or placement examinations in English or mathematics.
Associate of Science Degree
The same General Education Requirements for a Bachelor of Science degree in the College of Arts and Sciences are required of all options for the Associate of Science degree:
Goal 1 3 - 6 cr
Goal 2 2 cr
Two of Goals 6, 7, and 8 6 cr
Three of Goals 9, 10, 11, and 12 9 - 14 cr
TOTAL 20 - 28 cr
Goals 3, 4, and 5 are satisfied in each of the options listed below.
Of the last 20 credits applied to an Associate's degree, 16 credits must be taken in residence at Idaho State University. The number of credits required for the General Education Requirements varies depending on the student's performance on proficiency or placement examinations in English or mathematics.
Biological Sciences Option
MATH 120 Essentials of Calculus 4 cr
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I 5 cr
Chem 122 General Chemistry II 4 cr
PHYS 211-12 General Physics 6 cr
PHYS 213-14 General Physics Lab 2 cr
BIOS 101 General Zoology 3 cr
BIOS 102 General Zoology Lab 1 cr
BIOS 103 General Botany 3 cr
BIOS 104 General Botany Lab 1 cr
BIOS 203 General Ecology 4 cr
BIOS 206 Cell Biology 3 cr
BIOS 207 Cell Biology Lab 1 cr
Lower division electives 0 - 7 cr
TOTAL 64 - 65 cr
Geology Option
MATH 121-222 Calculus and Analytical
Geometry (recommended) 8 cr
OR
MATH 120 Essentials of Calculus 4 cr
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I 5 cr
CHEM 122 General Chemistry II 4 cr
PHYS 211-12 General Physics 6 cr
OR
PHYS 221-22 Engineering Physics 8 cr
GEOL 106 General Geology 3 cr
OR
GEOL 109 Physical Geology 3 cr
GEOL 107 General Geology Lab 1 cr
GEOL 112 Historical Geology 3 cr
GEOL 211 Mineralogy 3 cr
GEOL 212 Lithology 2 cr
Lower division electives 0 - 13 cr
TOTAL 64 - 65 cr
Physical Sciences Option
MATH 121 Calculus and Analytical
Geometry I 4 cr
MATH 222 Calculus and Analytical
Geometry II 4 cr
MATH 223 Calculus and Analytical
Geometry III 4 cr
CHEM 121 General Chemistry 5 cr
CHEM 122 General Chemistry 4 cr
PHYS 221-22 Engineering Physics 8 cr
PHYS 223-24 Engineering Physics Lab 2 cr
Lower division electives 5 - 13 cr
TOTAL 64 cr
Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice
This two-year degree program is designed for those who are, or who are seeking to be, employed as law enforcement officers. Many law enforcement agencies encourage or require their personnel to obtain a higher education in order to better help meet increased demands to perform more effectively in the face of very complex social, legal, political and economic situations. Graduates in the A. A. degree program will find that they have also fulfilled the majority of the General Education Requirements applicable for a four-year degree. Students seeking to enroll in this program should contact one of the Criminal Justice Program advisors: these are Dr. Clifford Bryan, Sociology; Mr. Noble Taylor, School of Applied Technology Law Enforcement.
Admission to the Program
For admission to the criminal justice program, a person must have been admitted as a student in the College of Arts and Sciences at ISU.
Required Courses
I. General Education Requirements
(40 credits minimum)
Goal 1
ENGL 101 English Composition 3 cr
AND
ENGL 201 Critical Reading and Writing 3 cr
Goal 2
SPCH 101 Principles of Speech 2 cr
Goal 3
MATH 111 Algebra 4 cr
OR
MATH 117 Algebra and Trigonometry 5 cr
OR
Satisfactory score on depart-
mental placement examination
AND
MATH 140 Mathematics in the
Modern World 3 cr
OR
MATH 252 Introduction to Statistics 3 cr
Goal 4: Choose one of the following
BIOS 101-102 General Zoology plus Lab 4 cr BIOS 103-104 General Botany plus Lab 4 cr BIOS 120 Biology and Human Concerns 4 cr BIOS 201 Heredity and Its Implications 4 cr
Goal 5: Choose one of the following
CHEM 105 Architecture of Matter 4 cr GEOL 106-107 General Geology plus Lab 4 cr PHYS 152-153 Descriptive Astronomy plus Lab 4 cr
Goals 6 and 7
HUM 101 Introduction to Humanities 3 cr
AND
HUM 102 Introduction to Humanities 3 cr
Goal 8
PHIL 151 Western Thought 3 cr
Goal 9: Choose one of the following
AMST 200 Introduction to American
Studies 3 cr
HIST 121 U.S. to 1865 3 cr
HIST 122 U.S. Since 1865 3 cr
Goal 10
ANTH 238 Peoples and Cultures of
the New World 3 cr
OR
May be satisfied by satisfactory performance on a language
proficiency examination.
Goal 11
POLS 101 Introduction to American
Government 3 cr
Goal 12SOC 112 Social Problems 3 cr
II. Social Science Requirements (24 credits)
SOC 112* Social Problems 3 cr SOC 231 Juvenile Delinquency 3 cr SOC 248 Local and National Minorities 3 crPOLS 101* Introduction to American Government 3 cr
POLS 248 Politics and the Admin of Justice 3 cr PSYC 200 Child Abuse 3 crIN ADDITION: Two electives with consent
of advisor 6 cr
*If SOC 112 and POLS 101 are taken to satisfy Goals 11 and 12 as recommended, then the student has two more elective three-credit courses which may be taken with the consent of the advisor.
General Information
Please note the following guidelines:
Director and Professor: Attebery
Bachelor of Arts in American Studies
The American Studies program offers students a broadly based, flexible, interdisciplinary approach to education. In so doing, the program challenges students to discover from a number of directions the complexity of human thought and society. Graduates can find their places in many fields, such as foreign service, civil service, public relations, and law. They also may choose to pursue further professional training in graduate programs in any of the areas chosen for emphasis. American Studies students are encouraged to design programs that meet personal aspirations.
Major in American Studies
The American Studies major requires no specific courses beyond the requirements for the B.A. degree in the College of Arts and Sciences. Rather, the student will complete an American Studies component and three areas of emphasis. For the former, the student must take a minimum of 18 credits in American Studies from all courses offered. Then, for a primary departmental emphasis, the student will select a minimum of 24 credits from any one of the following disciplines: English, history, political science, sociology, anthropology, or psychology.
For a secondary emphasis, the student will select a minimum of 18 credits from another of the departments listed above or may substitute mass communication, economics, philosophy, biology, geology, or education. For a third area of emphasis, the student will select a minimum of 12 credits from any of the disciplines already listed or, with permission from the director, elect courses offered by multiple departments but focusing on a single topic, such as women's studies, religious studies, or museum studies. (The student desiring teaching certification in American Studies must meet the requirements established by the College of Education.)
Minor in American Studies
The American Studies minor is designed to give the student majoring in another field an interdisciplinary knowledge of American culture. The minor requires 18 credits in American studies, including the introductory course, AMST 200, and one senior seminar, AMST 401 or 402, or a substitute, cross-listed seminar approved by the program director. The remaining 12 credits must be divided equally between courses cross-listed with humanities and social science disciplines. No more than 6 credits cross-listed with any single discipline may be counted toward the minor.
American Studies Courses
AMST 100 Introduction to American Language and Cultures 3 credits. Introduction to the forms, uses, and conventions of American English, with emphasis upon their cultural origins and functional varieties. Intended primarily for speakers of standard English as second language or second dialect. Available on a pass/fail basis for those students who elect such an option (with a pass requiring "C" work). D
AMST 101 Introduction to American Government 3 credits. Constitutional basis, structure, and administrative organization of the national government. Cross-listed as POLS 101. Satisfies Goal 11 of the General Education Requirements. F, S, Su
AMST 106 American Music 3 credits. A listening-oriented course for general students focusing on American folk, popular and art music styles. No music reading/performance skills assumed. Cross-listed as MUSC 106. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements. D
AMST 121 U.S. to 1865 3 credits. Colonial origins and achievement of independence, constitutional government, national boundaries, and the preservation of the union. Cross-listed as HIST 121. Satisfies Goal 9 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
AMST 122 U.S. Since 1865 3 credits. The domestic and international development of a plural, industrial society. Cross-listed as HIST 122. Satisfies Goal 9 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
AMST 200 Introduction to American Studies 3 credits. This course will introduce essential themes in American studies, will outline a basic canon of interdisciplinary knowledge, and will discuss methods with which aspects of American cultural life may be analyzed. Fulfills Goal 9 of the General Education Requirements. D
AMST 201-202 Issues in American Studies 3 credits. Consideration of American culture, designed for sophomores, to demonstrate the interdisciplinary approach to knowledge through multiple documents such as those from mass media, sociology, literature, history, or fine arts. Issue, theme, or timeblock focus varies with each course offering. D
AMST 203 American Studies Laboratory 1 credit. Laboratory credit given for active participation in relating course work in any American Studies course to evidence of regional culture in southeastern Idaho. Credit requires approval of major advisor and program director. D
AMST 210 History and Appreciation of Photography 3 credits. Discovery of the photographic process and its evolution to present. Analysis of many recognized masters of photography. Cross-listed as M C 210 and ART 210. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
AMST 212 Introduction to Folklore/Oral Tradition 3 credits. Categories, functions, contexts, and modes of transmission of folk stories, songs, proverbs, games, crafts, customs, and other traditional lore. Cross-listed as ANTH 212 and ENGL 212. D
AMST 225 United States Military History 3 credits. Survey of the origins and development of the U.S. military with appropriate attention to developments outside the U.S. Cross-listed as HIST 225. D
AMST 238 Peoples and Cultures of the New World 3 credits. Overview of the indigenous peoples of the New World. Topics include prehistory, history, and ethnology of American Indians. Cross-listed as ANTH 238. Satisfies Goal 10A of the General Education Requirements. D
AMST 248 Local/National Minorities 3 credits. Sociological assessment of historical backgrounds and contemporary situations of major local and national ethnic groups. Theories of race relations examine issues associated with Black, Chicano, and American Indian populations. Cross-listed as SOC 248. S
AMST 253-254 American Literature 3 credits each. Examination of major works and authors in historical perspective with emphasis upon literary and cultural backgrounds. Cross-listed as ENGL 253-254. D
AMST 258 Native American History 3 credits. Assesses diversity of North American natives, their life and thought; European impact; federal policy; and natives' response to continual cultural and physical assault. Cross-listed as HIST 258. D
AMST 263 History of American Architecture 3 credits. Study of architecture in the Americas from prehistoric beginnings through colonial times to the present. Cross-listed as ARCH 263. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements. D
AMST 290 American Broadcasting 3 credits. Introduction to the history, structure, economics, programming and regulation of broadcasting in the United States. Cross-listed as M C 290. PREREQ: M C 119. F
AMST 291 The Historian's Craft 3 credits. Takes an interdisciplinary approach to historical research. Trains students in diverse methods of inquiry and analysis. Cross-listed as HIST 291. D
AMST 301-302 Junior Seminar in American Studies 3 credits. Discussion and practice in using the topical or issue oriented approach to problems. Topic or issue to be determined by instructors, subject to approval of department chairpersons. D
AMST 397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
AMST 401-402 Senior Seminar in American Studies 3 credits. Seminar using interdisciplinary methodology to explore particular issues in depth. Focus to be determined by instructors, subject to approval of department chairperson. D
AMST 403 Problems in American Studies 1-6 credits. For any student who wishes to do individual but guided work on a paper or project relating to American culture. Students will need to convince two instructors from different departments and the director of American Studies of the validity of their proposals. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 credits. F, S, Su
Department of Anthropology
Acting Chair and Associate Professor: Holmer
Professor: Stocks
Assistant Professors: Hall, Loether, Lohse
Visiting Assistant Professor: Seibold
The Department of Anthropology offers courses leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree and the Master of Arts or Master of Science degrees in Anthropology. For a full description of the M.A. and M.S. degrees refer to the Graduate Catalog. The anthropology major provides training in all four subdisciplines in the field, including archaeology, biological anthropology, anthropological linguistics, and socio-cultural anthropology. In addition, the department offers a minor in Anthropology or American Indian Studies.
Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology
Beyond the general university requirements, the major in anthropology must complete at least 52 credits of departmentally approved course work in anthropology and related fields. The curriculum is composed of three sections: Required Lower Division Courses in Anthropology (16 credits) The student must take all the following courses:
ANTH 107 The Nature of Language 3 cr
ANTH 203 Intro to Archaeology 3 cr
ANTH 210 Physical Anthropology 3 cr
ANTH 211 Physical Anthropology
Laboratory 1 cr
ANTH 250 Comparative Social
Organization 3 cr
ANTH 237 Peoples and Cultures of
the Old World 3 cr
OR
ANTH 238 Peoples and Cultures of the
New World 3 cr
Required Upper Division Courses in Anthropology (24 credits) In addition to the lower division core courses the student, in consultation with an anthropology advisor, will select 24 credits of courses in anthropology. 3 of these credits must be ANTH g401 History and Theory of Anthropology. At least 3 credits will be selected from each of the four sub-field core upper-division listings for a total of 12 credits. The remaining 9 credits may be chosen from any part of the elective listings with the provision that 6 of the elective credits must be from upper division courses.
Upper Division Courses (12 credits)
Archaeology Upper Division Core
ANTH 313 Old World Archaeology 3 cr ANTH 314 New World Archaeology 3 cr
Linguistics Upper Division Core
ANTH 360 Introduction to
Socio-linguistics 3 cr
ANTH 458 Historical Linguistics 3 cr
Physical Anthropology Upper Division Core
ANTH 330 Human Evolution 3 cr ANTH 432 Human Osteology 3 cr
Sociocultural Anthropology Upper Division Core
ANTH 384 Meth. & Tech. of
Ethnog. Field Res. 3 cr
ANTH 402 Cultural Ecology 3 cr
Electives
ANTH 212 Introduction to
Folklore/Oral Trad. 3 cr
ANTH 215 Women & Culture in
Anth. Perspect. 3 cr
ANTH 481 Specializations in Anthropology 3 cr
ANTH 482 Independent Problems 3 cr
ANTH 483 Field Research 3 cr
ANTH 485 Linguistic Analysis 3 cr
ANTH 486 Anthropology Field School 3 cr
ANTH 487 Analysis of Am. Indian
Languages 3 cr
ANTH 490 Folklore 3 cr
ANTH 491 Archaeology Laboratory Analysis 3 cr
ANTH 493 Interdisciplinary Anthropology 3 cr
ANTH 495 Department Colloquium 1 cr
Required Courses Outside Anthropology (12 credits)
In addition to the core lower-division and upper-division required courses, students in consultation with an anthropology advisor, will take 12 credits of courses in fields related to their professional interests within anthropology. Such courses, for example, may be in sociology, psychology, biology, geology, economics, foreign language, business, or in other fields. Three of the 12 credits must be a course in statistics. This requirement may be filled by taking MATH 252 Introduction to Statistics, SOC 207 Social Statistics, or BIOS 315 Introduction to Biometry.
Minor in American Indian Studies
Required Courses
ANTH 100 General Anthropology 3 crANTH 220 Introduction to American
Indian Studies 3 cr
ANTH 238 People and Cultures of
the New World 3 cr
Total 9 cr
Elective Courses
Twelve credit hours chosen from the following list of courses:
ANTH 314 New World Archaeology 3 crANTH 362 American Indian Verbal Arts 3 cr ANTH 364 Survey of American
Indian Languages 3 cr
ANTH 406 American Indian Health Issues 3 cr
ANTH 474 Special Topics in
Indian Education 3 cr
ANTH 489 Special Topics in American
Indian Studies 3 cr
HIST 258 Native American History 3 cr
POLS 303 Law and the American Indian 3 cr
POLS 304 Tribal Government 3 cr
Minor in Anthropology
Required Courses
Three of the following:
ANTH 107 Nature of Language 3 cr ANTH 203 Intro to Archaeology 3 crANTH 210-211 Physical Anthropology & Lab 4 cr
ANTH 250 Comparative Social Org. 3 cr
Elective Courses
Nine approved credits selected from upper-division classes in
anthropology.
Anthropology Courses
ANTH 100 General Anthropology 3 credits. Introduction to fields of anthropology-physical anthropology, archaeology, linguistics, and ethnology, and to biological and cultural development of humans. Satisfies Goal 12 of the General Education Requirements. F, S, Su
ANTH 107 Nature of Language 3 credits. Elementary and non-technical introduction to the study of language and linguistics. Topics covered are the structure of language; the evolution of language; dialects; writing. Particular attention is given to English. Cross-listed as ENGL 107 and LANG 107. F
ANTH 203 Introduction to Archaeology 3 credits. Introduction to basic methods, data and concepts of archaeology. PREREQ: ANTH 100 OR GEOL 106, 112 OR 115. S
ANTH 210 Physical Anthropology 3 credits. Introduction to human osteology and evolution, raciation, ecological relationships, primatology, genetics, and physiology. PREREQ: ANTH 100 OR BIOS 101, 103, OR 120, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. Advisable for health science students. S
ANTH 211 Physical Anthropology Laboratory 1 credit. Exercises to introduce research techniques of measurement, observation and data analysis in physical anthropology. COREQ: ANTH 210. S
ANTH 212 Introduction to Folklore/Oral Tradition 3 credits. Categories, functions, contexts, and modes of transmission of folk stories, songs, proverbs, games, crafts, customs, and other traditional lore. Cross-listed as AMST 212 and ENGL 212. D
ANTH 215 Women and Sex Roles in Anthropological Perspective 3 credits. Human behavior, social and biological differences in the context of various cultures and stratification systems. D
ANTH 220 Introduction to American Indian Studies 3 credits. Survey of areas of study within American Indian Studies. Topics include prehistory, ethnography, linguistics, art, music and history of indigenous peoples of the New World. D
ANTH 237 Peoples and Cultures of the Old World 3 credits. Examination of human social and cultural diversity from different parts of the Old World. Topics include social structure, ecology, religion, politics, and language. May be repeated up to 6 credits. Satisfies Goal 10A of the General Education Requirements. D
ANTH 238 Peoples and Cultures of the New World 3 credits. Overview of the indigenous peoples of the New World. Topics include prehistory, history, and ethnology of American Indians. Cross-listed as AMST 238. May be repeated up to 6 credits. Satisfies Goal 10A of the General Education Requirements. F, S
ANTH 250 Comparative Social Organization 3 credits. Introduction to the main theories and themes of social organization, kinship, marriage regulations, and descent groups. D
ANTH 313 Old World Archaeology 3 credits. Pre-history of the Old World. Precise areal focus and periods may vary. Includes both theory and exposition. PREREQ: ANTH 203 OR CONSENT OF INSTRUCTOR. F
ANTH 314 New World Archaeology 3 credits. Examination of the pre-history of the Americas with emphasis on the North American Continent. PREREQ: ANTH 203 OR CONSENT OF INSTRUCTOR. S
ANTH g330 Human Evolution 3 credits. Evolution process and events in the development of humans from primate ancestors: fossil hominids, origin of modern Homo sapiens. PREREQ: INTRODUCTORY COURSE IN PHYSICAL ANTHROPOLOGY, BIOLOGY, OR ZOOLOGY, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. A F
ANTH g360 Introduction to Sociolinguistics 3 credits. Examination of sociolinguistics within linguistic anthropology; link between the study of language and culture; how sociolinguistics highlights the commonalities and bridges the differences. AS
ANTH g362 American Indian Verbal Arts 3 credits. Analysis of current theories in the study of oral literature and ethnopoetics, focusing on the oral traditions of American Indians. PREREQ: ANTH 107, ANTH 220, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. AF
ANTH g364 Survey of American Indian Languages 3 credits. History of scholarship, analysis and classification of American Indian languages with emphasis on the languages of a particular phylum or geographical area. PREREQ: ANTH 107 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
ANTH g384 Methods and Techniques of Ethnographic Field Research 3 credits. Methods and techniques of ethnographic field research; field notes, types of data collection, types of analytical procedures, interviewing skills, report writing. AF
ANTH 397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
ANTH g401 History and Theory of Anthropology 3 credits. A broad survey of the development of anthropology, reviewing the various schools of thought, important personalities, and principal concepts that have contributed to anthropology over time. AF
ANTH g402 Cultural Ecology 3 credits. Examination of the interaction of human cultures, particularly hunting-gathering cultures, with their environments. Emphasis on the relation of technological inventories and practices to particular aspects of the environment. Some experimental work in hunting-gathering technology required. D
ANTH g406 American Indian Health Issues 3 credits. An overview of health concerns, both current and past, of American Indian people, and the biological and socio-cultural factors which influence health status. PREREQ: ANTH 220 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. AF
ANTH g432 Human Osteology 3 credits. Techniques of bone
identification, sex and age determination, stature
reconstruction, paleopathology, and bone biology are reviewed.
PREREQ: AN INTRODUCTORY COURSE IN PHYSICAL ANTHROPOLOGY, BIOLOGY
OR ZOOLOGY, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. AF
ANTH g458 Historical Linguistics 3 credits. Course focuses on the school of diachronic or historical/comparative linguistics. Examines language change and reconstruction theories. History and reconstruction of one language family, viz. Uto-Aztecan family. AS
ANTH g474 Special Topics in Indian Education 3 credits. Rotating review of topics dealing with issues in Indian education. Consult current schedule of classes for exact course being t aught. PREREQ: ANTH 220 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
ANTH g481 Specializations in Anthropology 3 credits. Rotating review of anthropological specializations and subdisciplines, concepts and methods, and their contributions in such areas as applied anthropology, proxemics, ethnology, religion, development anthropology. Consult current schedule of classes for exact course being taught. D
ANTH g482 Independent Problems in Anthropology 1-3 credits. Investigation of an anthropological problem chosen by the student and approved by the staff. May be repeated up to 6 credits. D
ANTH g483 Field Research 3 credits. Practical experience in field research. May be taken concurrently with g384. Methods and Techniques of Ethnographic Field Research, or g486, Anthropology Field School, with permission of instructor. D
ANTH g485 Linguistic Analysis 3 credits. Advanced course in the techniques of language analysis. Topics include sound systems (phonetics and phonology) and grammatical systems. May be repeated up to 6 credits. Cross-listed as ENGL g485 and LANG g485. R2
ANTH g486 Anthropology Field School 3 credits. Field training in professional anthropology. May include site excavation, ethnohistory research, cultural resource management, ethnography. May be repeated up to 6 credits. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. Su
ANTH g489 Special Topics in American Indian Studies 3 credits. Rotating review of topics dealing with issues in American Indian studies. Consult current schedule of classes for exact course being taught. PREREQ: ANTH 220 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
ANTH g490 Folklore 3 credits. Principles, content, and dissemination of orally transmitted religious beliefs and popular narrative forms in preliterate societies. Cross-listed as ENGL g490. D
ANTH g491 Archaeology Laboratory Analysis 3 credits. Supervised analysis of materials gathered in the course of ongoing archaeological research. May be repeated up to 6 credits. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
ANTH g493 Interdisciplinary Anthropology 3 credits. Rotating review of anthropological issues involving other disciplines. Analysis of their contributions to anthropology such as psychological anthropology, medical anthropology, visual anthropology, educational anthropology. Consult current class schedule for exact course. D
ANTH g495 Department Colloquium 1 credit. Critical examination of a significant problem in anthropology to be chosen each semester. For faculty, graduate students, and anthropology majors. Interdepartmental participation also is encouraged. D
Department of Art and Pre-Architecture
Chair and Professor: Dial
Professors: Brown, Friend, Martin
Associate Professors: Evans, Kovacs
Associate Professor Emerita: Obermayr
Assistant Professor: Granger
Affiliate Instructor: Vaughn
The primary aim of the art program is to develop the aesthetic awareness and technical proficiency of the individual student in the visual arts. The student who declares an art major can earn either the Bachelor of Arts degree or the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. The BFA is strongly recommended for those students who plan to pursue graduate work in the visual arts or who intend to enter into commercial studio production. The studio areas offered for concentration are drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, weaving, ceramics and jewelry/metals. In addition, a variety of art history classes is available, and studio classes are offered periodically in such media as papermaking, basketry, watercolor, and similar subjects.
The art major may concentrate in one studio area or work in several areas. In addition, the program offers a variety of studio and art history courses for university students majoring in other fields. For art majors, Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements must be met with courses outside the Department of Art and Pre-Architecture.
Admission
Departmental requirements are the same for both degrees. Students who wish to declare a major in art must meet the following criteria:
Prerequisites
Students who major in art must complete the foundation courses (ART 101, 102, 103, 104, and 108) before enrolling in any 200 level or above studio courses. (The student should take these courses during the freshman year.) ART 108 will be required prior to enrollment in 221 and 222 for art majors only. Non-majors may take studio courses/art history without the foundation prerequisites. All students (majors and non-majors) will take studio courses in sequence beginning with the 200 level.
Senior Presentation
During the last semester of the senior year the student must enroll in Senior Presentation, ART 494. As a requirement for graduation as an art major, the student must present a senior thesis exhibit that is reviewed by the entire art faculty. Along with the exhibit, the student must give an oral presentation to the entire art faculty regarding his/her development and growth as an artist/scholar. Elementary education majors who desire an art component are referred to the Teacher Education section of this catalog. Please note that ART 334, Secondary Art Methods, is offered spring semester of odd-numbered years only. Summer school graduates must exhibit during the spring semester preceding graduation.
Bachelor of Arts in Art
The Bachelor of Arts degree in art combines a liberal arts education with a strong concentration in studio areas and art history.
Required Courses
ART 101-102 Drawing 6 cr
ART 103-104 Creative Process 6 cr
ART 108 Introduction to
Visual Arts 3 cr
ART 221-222 Survey of Art 6 cr
ART 494 Senior Presentation 1 cr
IN ADDITION: Art electives 27 cr
TOTAL: 49 cr
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art
Students planning professional art careers in educational or commercial fields or who are planning to do graduate work in art are encouraged to earn the B.F.A. degree.
Required Courses
ART 101-102 Drawing 6 cr
ART 103-104 Creative Process 6 cr
ART 108 Introduction to
Visual Arts 3 cr
ART 201 Intermediate Drawing 3 cr
ART 221-222 Survey of Art 6 cr
ART 231 Introduction to
Printmaking 3 cr
ART 241 Introduction to Painting 3 cr
ART 251 Introduction to
Metals/Jewelry 3 cr
ART 261 Introduction to Weaving 3 cr
ART 271 Introduction to Ceramics 3 cr
ART 281 Introduction to Sculpture 3 cr
ART 301 Anatomy Drawing and
Painting 3 cr
ART 310 Professional Practice
and Display 3 cr
ART 494 Senior Presentation 1 cr
IN ADDITION: Electives upper-division/
studio 18 cr
Art history electives 6 cr
TOTAL: 73 cr
Minor in Studio
The art minor in studio allows the non-art-major university student to explore the discipline of art without investing the time involved in earning customary art degrees. The following courses are required:
ART 101 Drawing 3 cr
ART 103 Creative Process 3 cr
ART 108 Introduction to
Visual Arts 3 cr
ART 221 Survey of Art 3 cr
OR
ART 222 Survey of Art 3 cr
IN ADDITION: Electives (Choose 3 from ART 231, 241, 251, 261,
271, 281.) 9 cr
TOTAL: 21 cr
Minor in Art History
The minor in art history allows the university student with an interest in the cultural history of the visual arts to develop that interest. The following courses are required:
ART 108 Introduction to
Visual Arts 3 cr
ART 221-222 Survey of Art 6 cr
ART 385 Independent Projects
(Art History) 3 cr
ART 422 World Arts 3 cr
IN ADDITION: Electives 6 cr
(Choose 2 from ART 423, 424, 425, 426.)
TOTAL: 21 cr
Art Courses
ART 101 Drawing 3 credits. Introduction to the fundamental skills and techniques of drawing. Deals with the basic elements of composition, proportion, perspective, light and shade. May cover still life, landscape and figure drawing. F, S, Su
ART 102 Drawing 3 credits. Continuation of 101 with refining of skills and techniques. Additional problems in composition and subject matter. PREREQ: ART 101. F, S
ART 103 Creative Process 3 credits. A foundation course that deals with the "vocabulary" of design the basic elements of art through a series of exercises in both black and white and color and in two and three dimensions. F, S
ART 104 Creative Process 3 credits. Use of design vocabulary in the solution of specific 2 and 3 dimensional visual problems. Emphasis shifts to the thought process - the formulation of ideas and solutions, the implementation of concept and craft. PREREQ: ART 103. F, S
ART 105 Art Studio 2 credits. This course is primarily for the non-art major and consists of work in all the studio areas as department scheduling will allow. D
ART 108 Introduction to the Visual Arts 3 credits. A study of the elements of visual art, various media and techniques of artistic expression, with a brief historical overview. When appropriate, gallery tours and presentations by visiting artists will be included. F, S, Su
ART 201 Intermediate Drawing 3 credits. Course designed to expand the student's creative range in subject matter and technique; includes studies in the historical importance of the drawing in art. PREREQ: ART 101, 102. F, S
ART 202 Intermediate Drawing 3 credits. Further exploration in drawing technique and theme. Also includes thorough experience with varieties of drawing media and papers, both traditional and contemporary. PREREQ: ART 201. F, S
ART 210 History and Appreciation of Photography 3 credits. Discovery of the photographic process and its evolution to present. Analysis of many recognized masters of photography. Cross-listed as AMST 210 and M C 210. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
ART 215 Graphic Design 3 credits. Introduction to concepts and procedures of graphic design. Lectures, studio and computer exercises will explore issues and design for graphic media, typography, and design for the page. Cross-listed as M C 215. F, S
ART 221 Survey of Art 3 credits. Study of the visual arts from prehistoric times to the Renaissance and the cultural influences on art forms. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
ART 222 Survey of Art 3 credits. Study of the visual arts from the Renaissance to the contemporary era with comparisons of major movements. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
ART 230 Introduction to Photography 4 credits. Function and use of the camera, darkroom. Fundamentals of composition and use of light. How photographs communicate. Lab required. Student must have own camera and supply film, paper and some chemicals. ART 210 recommended. Cross-listed as M C 230. F, S
ART 231 Introduction to Printmaking 3 credits. Introduction to one of two major print medias, either etching or lithography. Emphasis is on the learning of various technical processes and their incorporation in the development of the student's imagery. F, S
ART 241 Introduction to Painting and Composition 3 credits. Introduction to methods, materials, and basic concepts of painting. F, S
ART 243 Watercolor 3 credits. Beginning watercolor techniques, color theory, traditional and contemporary subject matter. One field trip required. S
ART 251 Introduction to Metals/Jewelry 3 credits. Introduction to jewelry and metalsmithing in various metals with emphasis on design, basic technical processes and craftsmanship. F, S
ART 261 Introduction to Weaving 3 credits. Procedures and processes involved in dressing the loom. Production of various weaves on the loom and experimentation with woven and constructed textiles. F, S
ART 271 Introduction to Ceramics 3 credits. Techniques of forming ceramic art by coiling, slab construction, and throwing on the potter's wheel, with emphasis on form, glazing, and decorative techniques. F, S
ART 281 Introduction to Sculpture 3 credits. Introduction to various methods and materials of sculpture construction, including additive, subtractive, manipulative, and substitution techniques. F, S
ART 301 Anatomy Drawing and Painting 3 credits. Course designed for intense explorations into human and animal anatomy using both drawing and painting media. Some studies in the historical position of the figure in art of the present and the past. PREREQ: 101-102 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
ART 302 Advanced Anatomy Painting and Sculpture 3 credits. Further work in anatomical structure and form using two and three dimensional format. PREREQ: 301 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
ART 310 Professional Practice and Display 3 credits. Course will prepare the student to present work professionally, explore employment possibilities, grant writing, gallery maintenance, business practices, survival skills. PREREQ: DECLARED ART MAJOR AND COMPLETION OF 60 CREDITS. F, S
ART 331-332 Intermediate Printmaking 3 credits each. Individual work within the media of one's experience or introduction to a new print media. Students will be exposed to new techniques and processes including those used in color printing. PREREQ: ART 231. F, S
ART 333 Intermediate Photography 4 credits. Individual development through personal photographic work with intensive criticism. Controlled printing techniques; the zone system. Cross-listed as M C 333. PREREQ: ART 230 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
ART 334 Secondary School Art Methods 2 credits. Practical techniques and philosophical approaches to teaching art in the middle and high schools. PREREQ: 12 HOURS OF STUDIO CLASSES. This class is offered in the spring semester of odd-numbered calendar years. F, S
ART 341-342 Intermediate Painting and Composition 3 credits each. Special projects and experimental individual work for advanced students. PREREQ: ART 241. F, S
ART 343 Intermediate Watercolor 3 credits. Further experiments in opaque and transparent media, variety of supports and styles. One field trip required. PREREQ: ART 243. S
ART 351-352 Intermediate Metals 3 credits each. Experimental work. Individual projects may include stone settings, enameling, angle raising, procedure for hinges, anodizing, repousse and riveting. PREREQ: ART 251. F, S
ART 361-362 Intermediate Weaving 3 credits each. Experimental work on and off loom, fiber structures and dyeing. PREREQ: 261. Also listed as HEC 361-362. F, S
ART 371-372 Intermediate Ceramics 3 credits each. Individual work. Special projects may include glaze and clay technology, history of ceramic art, work on the potter's wheel and forming techniques. PREREQ: ART 271. F, S
ART 381-382 Intermediate Sculpture 3 credits each. Further explorations in imagery and development of skills in sculptural media. PREREQ: ART 281. F, S
ART 385 Individual Projects 3 credits. Supervised research, experimentation, or creative work in an art history subject or studio area not listed in the regular offerings. Course may be repeated to a maximum of 6 credits. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR/ CHAIRPERSON. F, S
ART 397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
ART 401 Advanced Study in Drawing 3 credits. Individualized course-of-study designed to address drawing-specific concerns for the advanced art student. Involves exploration of technical, material, and/or conceptual possibilities inherent to drawing as an independent medium. PREREQ: ART 202. F, S
ART 405 Color Printing 3 credits. A darkroom oriented class teaching practical applications of color theory in printing color negatives and slides. Weekly shooting and printing assignments required. Cross-listed as M C 405. PREREQ: ART 230 AND ART 333. F, S
ART 410 Advanced Photography 4 credits. Advanced darkroom techniques, archival concerns, encouragement given to individuals' photographic growth. Cross-listed as M C 410. F, S
ART 415 Advanced Graphic Design 3 credits. For students familiar with graphic design basics. Lectures and exercises explore concepts and procedures in publication design and production. Computer exercises focus on desktop publishing. Cross-listed as M C 415. PREREQ: ART 215. F
ART g422 World Arts 3 credits. Study of the art produced in cultures outside the western tradition. Topics include pre-Hispanic art of Mexico, Central and South American art, and North American Indian art, Oceanic art, and the art of Africa south of the Sahara. F, S
ART g423 Nineteenth Century Art 3 credits. History of the visual arts from the beginning of the 19th century up to the advent of Cubism. F, S
ART g424 Twentieth Century Art 3 credits. History of the visual arts from Cubism to the present. D
ART g425 Contemporary Art Forms 3 credits. The study of the major developments of art as an expression of contemporary society. Emphasis on art since 1950. PREREQ: ART 423 OR 424 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
ART g426 Seminar in Art History 3 credits. Extensive reading and discussion in art history and aesthetics under the supervision of the instructor. May be repeated for up to 6 credits. D
ART g431-g432 Advanced Printmaking 3 credits each. Advanced work in printmaking. Choice of medium. PREREQ: ART 331-332.F, S
ART g441-g442 Advanced Painting and Composition 3 credits each. Special projects and experimental individual work for advanced students. PREREQ: ART 341 AND 342. F, S
ART g451-g452 Advanced Metals 3 credits each. Experimental work. Individual projects may include plastics, electro-plating, electroforming, advanced fabrication or raising techniques. PREREQ: ART 351 AND 352. F, S
ART g461-g462 Advanced Weaving 3 credits each. Experimental work. Individual projects may include on-loom and off-loom techniques, dyeing processes, basketry, or multilayered fabrics. PREREQ: ART 361 AND 362 OR HEC 361 AND 362. F, S
ART 465 Alternative Photo Processes 4 credits. A darkroom course teaching three 19th century printing processes. These processes teach the student the evolution of modern materials and color theory. Cross-listed as M C 465. PREREQ: ART 210 AND ART 333. F, S
ART g471-g472 Advanced Ceramics 3 credits each. Individual projects may include ceramic sculpture, mosaics or experimental problems in form and techniques. PREREQ: ART 371 OR 372. F, S
ART g473 Clay and Glaze Calculation 3 credits. Research in clay bodies and glaze calculation. Development of formulas for stoneware, whiteware and porcelain. Simple to complex glaze calculation. Historical use of clays and glazes. PREREQ: ART 271 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
ART g474 Kiln Construction 3 credits. Historical use and structure of all types of kilns. Design and construction principles of kilns, burner systems, and safety methodology. PREREQ: ART 371 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
ART g481-g482 Advanced Sculpture 3 credits each. Experimental work with an emphasis on scale and environmental problems. PREREQ: ART 381. F, S
ART g490 Experimental Studio 3 credits. Class work will be in two and three dimension, conceptual art, environmental art, performance and multimedia modes. PREREQ: THREE SEMESTERS OF STUDIO OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
ART 494 Senior Presentation 1 credit. A retrospective exhibit of the student's best work. This includes techniques of professional presentation, posters and publicity. To be completed under advisor and/or director, Davis Gallery. F, S
Pre-Architecture
Affiliate Instructor: Vaughn
The practice of architecture requires training in both aesthetic concepts and practical knowledge. The pre-architecture program satisfies both of these needs as well as provides the basis for further professional education. The basic courses in the sciences, mathematics, and design will serve as a foundation upon which the student may build a professional education and career.
The program is designed to facilitate transfer to the professional architecture program at the University of Idaho, leading to the degree of Bachelor of Architecture. The required courses are as nearly as possible identical to those taken at the University of Idaho during the first two years. By following this program, the qualified student may transfer to the U of I without loss of credit. S/he would also be eligible to enter any accredited architecture program. See the current U of I general catalog for further details.
Admission Students who wish to declare a major in Pre-Architecture must meet the following criteria:
ART 101-102 Drawing 6 cr
ART 103-104 Creative Process 6 cr
ART 108 Introduction to
Visual Arts 3 cr
ARCH 111-112 Graphic Communications 4 cr
MATH 111 Algebra 4 cr
OR
MATH 117 Algebra and Trigonometry 5 cr
MATH 120 Essentials of Calculus 5 cr
ENGR 201 Surveying 2 cr
PHYS 211-212 General Physics 6 cr
PHYS 213-214 General Physics Lab 2 cr
ARCH 255-256 Basic Architectural Design 6 cr
ARCH 266 Materials and Methods 3 cr
Upon completion of ARCH 255-256, pre-architecture students are required to display a group exhibit of their work.
Architecture Courses
ARCH 111-112 Graphic Communications 2 credits each. Introduction to the methods used in the preparation of design and presentation drawing necessary in any design profession. PREREQ: ARCH 111 FOR ARCH 112. F, S
ARCH 204 Presentation Drawings 1-3 credits. Individual student selected projects to develop techniques used for preparation of display drawings. Emphasis on realism and value studies needed to "sell" design concepts to a client. May repeat for a maximum of 4 credits. F, S
ARCH 255-256 Basic Architectural Design 3 credits each. Introduction to form, space, and systems of elementary architectural projects. Course to consist of one one-hour lecture and two three-hour labs per week. PREREQ: ARCH 112 AND ART 103-104. PREREQ: ARCH 255 FOR ARCH 256. F, S
ARCH 261 Survey of Architecture 3 credits. Architectural history from Renaissance through Gothic shows how each style was affected by political, social, economic and philosophical ideas of the times. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements. D
ARCH 262 Survey of Architecture 3 credits. Architectural history from Gothic through Modern times and how each style was affected by political, social, economic and philosophical ideas of the times. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements. D
ARCH 263 History of American Architecture 3 credits. Study of architecture in the Americas from prehistoric beginnings through colonial times to the present. Cross-listed as AMST 263. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements. D
ARCH 266 Materials and Methods 3 credits. Material characteristics from manufacture to construction use. Product information and resource literature investigation. D
Department of Biological Sciences
Chair and Professor: Seeley
Assistant Chair and Professor: Bowmer
Director of Graduate Programs and Professor: J. Anderson
Professors: R. Anderson, Farrell, Griffith, Holte, House,
Huntly, Keller, Kritsky, J. McCune, R. McCune, Minshall,
Scalarone, Spall, Stephens, Streubel, Trost, Tullis, Urfer,
Winston Associate Professors: Akerston, Bunde, Rose
Assistant Professors: Fehrer, Hand, Hill, Inouye, Peterson,
Smith, Speigel, Watwood Affiliate Faculty: Apel, Bechard, Cade,
Carlson-Lammers, Chapman, Chesson, Clark, Colwell, Connelly,
Corn, Corsini, Johnson, Keay, Laundre, Markham, Mickelson,
Platts, Polman, Reynolds, Roberto, Rosentreter, Shoaf, Sommer,
Stone, Torma, Ward, Watson, Wolfram
The Department of Biological Sciences offers the following undergraduate degrees:
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Bachelor of Science or
Bachelor of Arts in Botany
Bachelor of Science in Ecology
Bachelor of Science or
Bachelor of Arts in Zoology
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology/Medical Technology
emphasis Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry*
*(Joint program with the Department of Chemistry.)
The student pursuing any B.S. degree in the biological sciences must complete General Education Goals 1, 2, 3; Goals 4 and 5; two of Goals 6, 7, 8; and three of Goals 9, 10, 11, and 12 (Goals 10 A and 10 B are alternate means of satisfying Goal 10), in addition to satisfying the departmental requirements. A student pursuing a B. A. in botany or zoology must complete all General Education Goals (i. e., Goals 1-9, 10 A and 10 B, and 11-12) in addition to satisfying the departmental requirements.
The biology major, with a minimum of required courses, is designed to present the student selecting this major with considerable latitude in developing his or her own program. It also has the flexibility of permitting a student to select courses to meet the State of Idaho requirements for teacher certification while completing a degree in the Department of Biological Sciences. The student is permitted 67 elective hours in the program. Eight of these credits must be selected from biology with the remainder restricted only by university general requirements.
The undergraduate majors in botany and zoology are designed to prepare students for professional and graduate schools. These majors incorporate the biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics, and language required to meet the admission requirements of most graduate and professional schools. Included in these programs are the General Education Requirements as well as electives which permit considerable breadth in training. The ecology program seeks to develop an understanding of ecological systems and their reactions to perturbations, expertise in problem solving and communication skills, and a solid background in basic ecology and supporting disciplines.
The curriculum emphasizes environmental assessment and the collection and analysis of field data through in-depth studies of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. The curriculum was designed to meet the needs of students who are interested in environmental assessment, planning, or conservation, or of those who wish to pursue advanced training in ecology or natural resource management. The student majoring in microbiology, medical technology, or biochemistry is provided with a broad base of theoretical and practical knowledge which will qualify him or her either for an immediate career in microbiology, medical technology, or biochemistry or for further education in graduate or professional school.
Men and women in the health professions use their microbiological and biochemical training daily to diagnose and treat disease conditions caused by bacteria, fungi, viruses, cancers, and biochemical imbalances. Food microbiologists and research scientists directly apply their knowledge of the basic principles of microbiology and biochemistry in the development and processing of their products. Doctors, nurses, and medical and dental technicians constantly utilize microbiology training in their work. Students should consult current departmental list of course rotations to determine which semesters and years these courses will be offered.
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Required Courses
BIOS 101 General Zoology 3 cr BIOS 102 General Zoology Lab 1 cr BIOS 103 General Botany 3 cr BIOS 104 General Botany Lab 1 cr BIOS 203 General Ecology 4 cr BIOS 206 Cell Biology 3 cr BIOS 207 Cell Biology Lab 1 cr BIOS 317 Organic Evolution 3 cr BIOS 221 Intro Microbiology 3 cr BIOS 223 Intro Microbiology Lab 1 cr BIOS 358 Genetics 3 cr BIOS 491 Seminar 1 cr BIOS 492 Seminar 1 cr IN ADDITION: Electives 8 cr
(Electives must include course work in both upper-division botany and zoology).
CHEM 107 Essentials of Chemistry 5 cr
CHEM 108 Essentials of Organic
and Biochemistry 5 cr
OR
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I 5 cr
CHEM 122 General Chemistry II 4 cr
MATH 117 Algebra and Trigonometry 5 cr
MATH 120 Essentials of Calculus 4 cr
Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in Botany
Required Courses
BIOS 101 General Zoology 3 cr
BIOS 102 General Zoology Lab 1 cr
BIOS 103 General Botany 3 cr
BIOS 104 General Botany Lab 1 cr
BIOS 203 General Ecology 4 cr
BIOS 206 Cell Biology 3 cr
BIOS 207 Cell Biology Lab 1 cr
BIOS 304 Elements of Plant
Physiology 4 cr
BIOS 312 Systematic Botany 4 cr
BIOS 317 Organic Evolution 3 cr
BIOS 358 Genetics 3 cr
BIOS 405 Plant Anatomy 3 cr
BIOS 406 Plant Morphology 4 cr
BIOS 491 Seminar 1 cr
BIOS 492 Seminar 1 cr
MATH 117 Algebra and Trigonometry 5 cr
MATH 120 Essentials of Calculus 4 cr
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I 5 cr
CHEM 122 General Chemistry II 4 cr
CHEM 301-302 Organic Chemistry 7 cr
CHEM 304 Organic Chemistry Lab 1 cr
PHYS 211-212 General Physics 6 cr
PHYS 213-214 General Physics Lab 2 cr
IN ADDITION: Foreign Language 8 cr
Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in Zoology
Required Courses
BIOS 101 General Zoology 3 cr
BIOS 102 General Zoology Lab 1 cr
BIOS 103 General Botany 3 cr
BIOS 104 General Botany Lab 1 cr
BIOS 203 General Ecology 4 cr
BIOS 206 Cell Biology 3 cr
BIOS 207 Cell Biology Lab 1 cr
BIOS 303 Principles of Animal
Physiology 4 cr
BIOS 310 Invertebrate Zoology 4 cr
BIOS 314 Comparative Vertebrate
Anatomy 4 cr
OR
BIOS 324 Comparative Embryo and
Human Development 4 cr
BIOS 317 Organic Evolution 3 cr
BIOS 358 Genetics 3 cr
BIOS 491 Seminar 1 cr
BIOS 492 Seminar 1 cr
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I 5 cr
CHEM 122 General Chemistry II 4 cr
CHEM 301-302 Organic Chemistry 7 cr
CHEM 304 Organic Chemistry Lab 1 cr
MATH 117 Algebra and Trigonometry 5 cr
MATH 120 Essentials of Calculus 4 cr
PHYS 211-212 General Physics 6 cr
PHYS 213-214 General Physics Lab 2 cr
IN ADDITION: Foreign Language 8 cr
Electives (upper-division
zoology) 3 cr
Bachelor of Science in Ecology
Required Courses
BIOS 101 General Zoology 3 cr
BIOS 102 General Zoology Lab 1 cr
BIOS 103 General Botany 3 cr
BIOS 104 General Botany Lab 1 cr
BIOS 192 Ecology Seminar 1 cr
BIOS 203 General Ecology 4 cr
BIOS 303 Human Physiology 4 cr
OR
BIOS 304 Plant Physiology 4 cr
BIOS 315 Introduction Biometry 3 cr
BIOS 318 Ecological Topics 1-3 cr
BIOS 317 Organic Evolution 3 cr
BIOS 320 Physiological Ecology 3 cr
BIOS 337 Conservation of
Natural Resources 3 cr
BIOS 358 General Genetics 3 cr
BIOS 489 Field Ecology 3 cr
In addition to other requirements, ecology majors must take at least two courses from the following list and one other upper-division biology course in which the natural history and systematics of groups of organisms are stressed. Select two of the following ecology course requirements:
BIOS 408 Plant Ecology 3 cr BIOS 416 Community Ecology 3 cr BIOS 452 Population Ecology 3 cr BIOS 459 Ecology: Biology of Fishes 3 cr BIOS 462 Freshwater Ecology 3 cr BIOS 476 Ecology of Water Pollution 3 cr
Select one of the following natural history and systematics course requirements (2-4 credits):
BIOS 309 Range Agrostology 2 cr BIOS 310 Invertebrate Zoology 4 cr BIOS 311 Dendrology 3 cr BIOS 312 Systematic Botany 4 cr BIOS 426 Ichthyology/ Herpetology 3 cr BIOS 431 General Entomology 3 cr BIOS 438 Ornithology 3 cr BIOS 441 Mammalogy 3 cr
Courses required outside the department:
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I 5 cr
CHEM 122 General Chemistry II 4 cr
CHEM 301-302 Organic Chemistry 7 cr
CHEM 304 Organic Chemistry Lab 1 cr
GEOL 106 General Geology 3 cr
GEOL 107 General Geology Lab 1 cr
MATH 117 Algebra and Trigonometry 5 cr
MATH 120 Essentials of Calculus 4 cr
PHYS 211-212 General Physics 6 cr
SPCH 301 Business and
Professional Speaking 3 cr
Recommendations
It is recommended that additional credits be taken in BIOS 481-482, Independent Problems, or BIOS 493, Senior Thesis, in the area of ecology. ECON 201 and 202 are highly recommended (only 3 credits apply toward General Education Requirements, Goal 11). In addition, a student should take a minimum of 9 credits in a single area of concentration outside the Biological Sciences Department, e.g. business, computer science, political science.
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
Freshman Year
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I 5 cr CHEM 122 General Chemistry II 4 cr BIOS 101 General Zoology 3 cr BIOS 103 General Botany 3 cr ENGL 101 Composition 3 cr MATH 117 Algebra and Trigonometry 5 crMATH 120* Essentials of Calculus 4 cr
SPCH 101 Principles of Speech 2 cr
One subject from
Goals 6, 7, or 8 3 cr
TOTAL: 32 cr
Sophomore Year
ENGL 201 Critical Reading and
Writing 3 cr
CHEM 301-302 Organic Chemistry 7 cr
CHEM 304 Organic Chemistry Lab 1 cr
BIOS 235 General Microbiology 4 cr
BIOS 236 Advanced General
Microbiology 3 cr
PHYS 211-212 General Physics 6 cr
PHYS 213-214 General Physics Lab 2 cr
Two of Goals 9, 11, and 12 6 cr
TOTAL: 32 cr
Junior Year
CHEM 217 Quantitative Analysis 4 cr
BIOS 332 Biochemistry 3 cr
BIOS 334 Experimental Biochemistry 1 cr
BIOS 351 Immunology 3 cr
BIOS 353 Immunology Lab 1 cr
BIOS 355 Pathogenic Micro 3 cr
BIOS 357 Pathogenic Micro Lab 2 cr
IN ADDITION: Foreign Language 8 cr
(2 semesters, Goal 10B)
One of Goals 6, 7, or 8 3 cr
Electives 4 cr
TOTAL: 32 cr
Senior Year
BIOS 433 Microbial Physiology 4 cr
BIOS 465 Microbial Genetics 3 cr
BIOS 467 Microbial Genetics Lab 1 cr
BIOS 475 General Virology 3 cr
BIOS 477 Bacterial Virology Lab 1 cr
OR
BIOS 478 Animal Virology Lab 1 cr
BIOS 491-492- Seminar, to total: 2 cr
OR
BIOS 494 (Minimum of 1 cr. must
be in BIOS 494)
IN ADDITION: Electives 18 cr
TOTAL: 32 cr
Recommended Electives
BIOS 303 Principles of Animal
Physiology 4 cr
BIOS 447 Biochemistry II 3 cr
CHEM 351-352 Physical Chemistry 6 cr
MATH 222* Calculus and Analytic
Geometry II 4 cr
*Students electing to take MATH 222 are advised to take MATH 121 rather than MATH 120 as the first calculus course.
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology/Medical Technology Emphasis
Freshman Year
BIOS 101 General Zoology 3 cr
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I 5 cr
CHEM 122 General Chemistry II 4 cr
MATH 117 Algebra and Trigonometry 5 cr
MATH 120 Essentials of Calculus 4 cr
ENGL 101 Composition 3 cr
SPCH 101 Principles of Speech 2 cr
One of Goals 6, 7, or 8 3 cr
One of Goals 9, 10A, 11,
or 12 3 cr
TOTAL: 32 cr
Sophomore Year
ENGL 201 Critical Reading and
Writing 3 cr
CHEM 301 Organic Chemistry 4 cr
CHEM 302 Organic Chemistry 3 cr
CHEM 304 Organic Chemistry Lab 1 cr
BIOS 235 General Microbiology 4 cr
BIOS 236 Advanced General
Microbiology 3 cr
PHYS 211-212 General Physics 6 cr
PHYS 213-214 General Physics Lab 2 cr
Two of Goals 9, 10A,
11, or 12 6 cr
TOTAL: 32 cr
Junior Year
BIOS 449 Human Physiology I 4 cr
BIOS 456 Human Physiology II 4 cr
BIOS 332 Biochemistry 3 cr
BIOS 334 Experimental Biochemistry 1 cr
BIOS 351 Immunology 3 cr
BIOS 353 Immunology Lab 1 cr
BIOS 355 Pathogenic Micro 3 cr
BIOS 357 Pathogenic Micro Lab 2 cr
CHEM 217 Quantitative Analysis 4 cr
One of Goals 6, 7, or 8 3 cr
IN ADDITION: Electives 4 cr
TOTAL: 32 cr
Senior Year
BIOS 423 Parasitology 3 cr
BIOS 433 Microbial Physiology 4 cr
BIOS 466* Medical Mycology 3 cr
BIOS 465 Microbial Genetics 3 cr
BIOS 475 General Virology 3 cr
BIOS 477 Bacterial Virology Lab 1 cr
OR
BIOS 478 Animal Virology Lab 1 cr
BIOS 491-492 Seminar, to total: 2 cr
OR
BIOS 494 (A minimum of 1 credit
must be in BIOS 494)
IN ADDITION: Electives 13 cr
TOTAL: 32 cr
*Students in sequence so that BIOS 466 falls in their senior year must take CHEM 217 in their junior year. If BIOS 466 falls during the junior year, the student must take CHEM 217 in the senior year.
Recommended Electives
M&O 312 Individual and
Organization Behavior 3 cr
M&O 373 Personnel Management 3 cr
MATH 252 Introduction to Statistics 3 cr
CIS 120 Introduction to
Computer Systems 3 cr
BIOS 419 Mammalian Histology 4 cr
BIOS 444 General Pathology 4 cr
BIOS 206 Cell Biology 3 cr
BIOS 207 Cell Biology 1 cr
Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology
Students may apply for entry into medical technology clinical training at an affiliated hospital at the end of the third year of the microbiology or microbiology/medical technology emphasis curriculum. The student must register for BIOS 411 (Medical Technology - Internship) to receive academic credit for the clinical training.
If all General Education Requirements are completed before the student enters the training program, a B.S. degree in medical technology will be awarded to the student upon completion of the clinical training program. However, because training programs seldom accept students after only three years of academic work, it is recommended that the student plan to complete the four year curriculum and earn a B.S. degree in microbiology or microbiology/medical technology emphasis. The fifth year (twelve-month training period) would then be spent in an approved medical technology training program at an affiliated hospital. During that year, the student would earn an additional 32 credits in BIOS 411 (Medical Technology-Internship) and a B.S. in medical technology. Students should consult the department chair about training program applications during the spring semester of their junior year (or one calendar year prior to the planned beginning of the training program).
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
Freshman Year
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I 5 cr
CHEM 122 General Chemistry II 4 cr
CHEM 126 Cations and Anions 1 cr
BIOS 101 General Zoology 3 cr
BIOS 103 General Botany 3 cr
ENGL 101 Composition 3 cr
MATH 117 Algebra and Trigonometry 5 cr
MATH 121 Calculus and Analytic
Geometry I 4 cr
SPCH 101 Principles of Speech 2 cr
TOTAL: 30 cr
Sophomore Year
ENGL 201 Critical Reading and
Writing 3 cr
CHEM 217 Quantitative Analysis 4 cr
CHEM 301 Organic Chemistry 3 cr
CHEM 302 Organic Chemistry 3 cr
CHEM 304 Organic Chemistry Lab 1 cr
PHYS 221-222 Engineering Physics 8 cr
PHYS 223-224 Engineering Physics Lab 2 cr
MATH 222 Calculus and Analytic
Geometry II 4 cr
One of Goals 9,11 and 12 6 cr
TOTAL: 32 cr
Junior Year
CHEM 313 Instrumental Analysis 2 cr CHEM 334 Instrumental Analysis Lab 2 cr CHEM 351-352 Physical Chemistry 6 cr BIOS 206 Cell Biology 3 cr BIOS 207 Cell Biology Lab 1 cr BIOS 235 General Microbiology 4 crIN ADDITION: Foreign Language
(Goal 10B) 8 cr
Two of Goals 6, 7 & 8 6 cr
TOTAL: 32 cr
Senior Year
BIOS 334 Experimental Biochem 1 cr
BIOS 445 Biochemistry I 3 cr
BIOS 447 Biochemistry II 3 cr
BIOS 448 Advanced Experimental
Biochemistry 2 cr
CHEM 491-492 Seminar 2 cr
OR
BIOS 491-492 Seminar, to total: 2 cr
OR BIOS 494 (A minimum of 1 credit
must be in CHEM 491,
492 or BIOS 494.)
One of Goals 9, 11, 12 3 cr
IN ADDITION: Electives 20 cr
TOTAL: 34 cr
Suggested Electives
MATH 223 Calculus and Analytic
Geometry 4 cr
MATH 330 Linear Algebra 3 cr
OR
MATH 360 Differential Equations 3 cr
CHEM 211 Inorganic Chemistry I 2 cr
OR
CHEM 305 Organic Chemistry Lab II 2 cr
CHEM 453 Modern Experimental
Physical Chemistry 2 cr
Biological Sciences Courses
BIOS 100 Introduction to Biology 1 credit. An introduction to basic biological concepts: chemistry and energy relationships, the cell (organization, function, reproduction and metabolism) and basic genetics. Offered in an audio-tutorial format only. Does not meet General Education Requirements. F
BIOS 101 General Zoology 3 credits. General study of animals. PREREQ TO ALL UPPER-DIVISION COURSES IN ZOOLOGY. Combination of BIOS 101-102 satisfies Goal 4 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
BIOS 102 General Zoology Laboratory 1 credit. Exercises designed to introduce the tools, techniques, and significance of experimentation in the zoological sciences. PREREQ OR COREQ: BIOS 101. Combination of BIOS 101-102 satisfies Goal 4 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
BIOS 103 General Botany 3 credits. General study of plants. PREREQ TO ALL UPPER-DIVISION COURSES IN BOTANY. Combination of BIOS 103-104 satisfies Goal 4 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
BIOS 104 General Botany Laboratory 1 credit. Exercises designed to introduce the tools, techniques and significance of experimentation in the botanical sciences. PREREQ OR COREQ: BIOS 103. Combination of BIOS 103-104 satisfies Goal 4 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
BIOS 120 Biology and Human Concerns 4 credits. Considers biological issues related to human environment, population, inheritance, and basic concepts of resource conservation. Historical, contemporary and future implications of these issues are discussed. Satisfies Goal 4 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
BIOS 192 Ecology Seminar 1 credit. Designed to acquaint majors or interested students with the field of conservation and to provide opportunities for interaction among students, faculty and professionals. S
BIOS 201 Heredity and Its Implications 4 credits. Principles of heredity, especially of man, and their implications in human affairs. Satisfies Goal 4 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
BIOS 203 General Ecology 4 credits. Organisms in relation to their environment. Field trips. PREREQ: BIOS 101 OR 103. F
BIOS 206 Cell Biology 3 credits. Study of the structure and function of cells as they respond to the environment. PREREQ: BIOS 101 OR 103, ONE YEAR OF COLLEGE CHEMISTRY OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
BIOS 207 Cell Biology Laboratory 1 credit. Laboratory experiments emphasizing an evolutionary approach to cell structure and function, including basic techniques of tissue culture. F, S
BIOS 208 Homesteading 3 credits. A course emphasizing the application of ecological and biological principles of self-reliant living in balance with nature. AS
BIOS 213 Fall Flora 2 credits. For teachers and others who wish to become acquainted with Idaho plants. Common names are emphasized. Common cultivated and native plants are collected and identified. F
BIOS 214 Spring Flora 2 credits. For those who wish to become acquainted with the common names and habitat of edible, poisonous, native, and cultivated springtime plants of southeast Idaho. Identification and collection techniques are emphasized.S
BIOS 221 Introductory Microbiology 3 credits. Essential principles of microbiology and an introduction to various applications of economic importance. No credit if taken after BIOS 235. PREREQ: CHEM 107 OR 121 AND BIOS 101 OR 103. F, S
BIOS 223 Introductory Microbiology Lab 1 credit. To be accompanied or preceded by BIOS 221. F, S
BIOS 230 Bioethics 3 credits. Examination of recent advances in biology and medicine in relation to basic ethical theories and traditional value systems. Focuses on human reproduction, genetic engineering, medical care, humans as experimental subjects, environmental issues, and death and dying. D
BIOS 235 General Microbiology 4 credits. Comparative taxonomy, cytology, physiology, genetics, immunology, and ecology of microorganisms, and a survey of important applications. PREREQ OR COREQ: BIOS 101; CHEM 301, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
BIOS 236 Advanced General Microbiology 3 credits. Advanced topics in general microbiology with lecture and lab emphasis on modern developments in the science. PREREQ: BIOS 235 OR EQUIVALENT. S
BIOS 243 Nature Photography 2 credits. A course involving the techniques of maxi-, mini-, and micro-nature photography. Darkroom procedures will be covered. D
BIOS 250 Physiological Aspects of Mountaineering 3 credits. The study of human physiology as it relates to general mountaineering and outdoor pursuits in adverse environments. Topics include acclimatization to temperature, mountain sickness, energetics. PREREQ: BIOS 101 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
BIOS g301 Anatomy and Physiology 4 credits. Structures and functions of integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. PREREQ: BIOS 101. F
BIOS g302 Anatomy and Physiology 4 credits. Structures and functions of circulatory, respiratory, urinary, digestive, endocrine, and reproductive systems. PREREQ: BIOS 101. S
BIOS g303 Principles of Animal Physiology 4 credits. Compares homeostatic processes including ionic and osmotic regulation, nerve and muscle physiology, circulation, respiration, and endocrine functions among major animal groups. Lecture and Lab. PREREQ: BIOS 101; 1 YEAR OF COLLEGE CHEMISTRY. S
BIOS g304 Elements of Plant Physiology 4 credits. Study of the physical and chemical basis of plant life as related to such things as absorption, transpiration, manufacture of foods, digestion, growth, and reproduction. PREREQ: BIOS 103; ONE YEAR OF COLLEGE CHEMISTRY. F
BIOS 305 Introduction to Pathobiology 3 credits. Concepts of pathobiology, to include causes, common mechanisms and manifestations of human disease. Patterns of pathogenesis as related to physiological mechanisms are examined. PREREQ: BIOS 100, OR 101; 301 AND 302. F
BIOS 306 Laboratory Exercises in Pathobiology 1 credit. Exercises to demonstrate concepts of pathobiology including causes, common mechanisms and manifestations of disease. COREQ: BIOS 305. F
BIOS 307 Radiobiology 3 credits. Survey of the effects of ionizing radiation on living matter at the subcellular, cellular, and organismal levels. PREREQ: BIOS 101 OR 103; PHYSICS 211, 212, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
BIOS g309 Range Agrostology 2 credits. Study of grasses with emphasis on western species. Field trips. PREREQ: BIOS 103. AF
BIOS g310 Invertebrate Zoology 4 credits. General study of invertebrate animals with laboratory work on representatives of the invertebrate phyla. Field trips. PREREQ: BIOS 101. S
BIOS g311 Dendrology 3 credits. Identification, classification, characteristics, and economic importance of the principal species of trees of temperate North America. Field trips. PREREQ: BIOS 103. AF
BIOS g312 Systematic Botany 4 credits. Instruction on collecting of plants and systems of classification. Field trips. PREREQ: BIOS 103. S
BIOS g314 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy 4 credits. Descriptive studies of adult morphology of selected vertebrates and examples of other representative chordates are used to illustrate the evolution of structure and function. PREREQ: BIOS 101. F
BIOS 315 Introduction to Biometry 3 credits. Concepts of experimental design and microcomputer application of basic statistical techniques to analysis of biological data. PREREQ: 200 BIOS COURSE. AS
BIOS g317 Organic Evolution 3 credits. Critical discussion of the facts and theories of organic evolution and the general development of evolutionary speculation. PREREQ: A COURSE IN GENERAL BIOLOGY AND JUNIOR STANDING. S
BIOS g318 Ecological Topic 1 credit. Flexible use of seminars, lectures, and laboratory work dealing with ecological relationships. Emphasis varies. May be repeated until a maximum of 3 credits is earned. PREREQ: BIOS 203 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
BIOS 320 Physiological Ecology 3 credits. Study of physiological adaptations of plants and animals. Physiological mechanisms will be emphasized. Lectures, laboratories, and field trips will illustrate adaptive responses to a diversity of environments. PREREQ: BIOS 203; BIOS 303 OR 304 RECOMMENDED. AF
BIOS g324 Comparative Embryology and Human Development 4 credits. Descriptive studies of the embryonic development of selected vertebrates together with the embryonic and fetal development of the human. PREREQ: BIOS 101. S
BIOS g332 Biochemistry 3 credits. General introductory course which includes the occurrence, structure, function, and metabolism of carbohydrates, amino acids, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids; energy metabolism; and integration of the above areas. PREREQ: CHEM 302 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
BIOS 334 Experimental Biochemistry 1 credit. Laboratory course including both qualitative and quantitative experiments. PREREQ OR COREQ: BIOS g332. F
BIOS g337 Conservation of Natural Resources 3 credits. Principles and concepts relevant to man's influence upon his environment, especially through interruption of ecological succession, reduction of diversity in the landscape and pollution, and over-breeding. PREREQ: BIOS 203 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
BIOS 341 Medical Microbiology 2 credits. A course for non-majors which explores the interrelationships of pathogenic microorganisms and man. Bacterial and viral diseases which are of clinical importance will be discussed in detail. PREREQ: BIOS 221 OR 235. D
BIOS g351 Immunology 3 credits. Fundamental concepts of antibody-mediated and cell-mediated mechanisms of immunity. In-vivo and in-vitro antigen-antibody interactions are discussed. PREREQ: BIOS 235 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
BIOS g353 Immunology Laboratory 1 credit. Selected laboratory experiments to accompany Immunology 351. Must be accompanied or preceded by BIOS 351. Open to non-majors by special permission.F
BIOS g355 Pathogenic Microbiology 3 credits. Study of the important disease-producing microorganisms. Host-parasite relationships, pathogenic properties of microorganisms and pathology of disease processes will be discussed. PREREQ: BIOS 351 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
BIOS g357 Pathogenic Microbiology Lab 2 credits. Will emphasize procedures for the isolation and identification of pathogenic bacteria. Clinical specimens will be provided for use in identification of unknowns. PREREQ OR COREQ: BIOS 355. S
BIOS g358 Genetics 3 credits. Basic principles of heredity and variation. PREREQ: BIOS 101 OR 103. F
BIOS 397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
BIOS g400 Oral Histology and Embryology 3 credits. The microanatomy and formative processes of the teeth and their surrounding structures. S
BIOS g405 Plant Anatomy 3 credits. Study of the development and microscopic structure of the stems, leaves, roots, and reproductive structures of vascular plants with emphasis on the flowering plants. PREREQ: BIOS 103. AF
BIOS g406 Plant Morphology 4 credits. Study of the reproduction, structure, development, evolution, and classification of the fungi, algae, bryophytes, and vascular plants. PREREQ: BIOS 103. AF
BIOS g408 Plant Ecology 3 credits. Major factors limiting plant growth and distribution with emphasis on adaptation and response at the individual, population, and community levels. Includes studies of species distributions along environmental gradients and community structure and analysis. PREREQ: BIOS 203. AS
BIOS 411 Medical Technology Internship 32 credits. Twelve-month training course in clinical laboratory methods. Includes procedures in hematology, serology, clinical chemistry, and microbiology. Program components meet the requirements of the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences. PREREQ: BIOS 351; 355. F
BIOS g413 Biology Teaching Methods 3 credits. Designed to help biology teachers plan, teach and evaluate biological activities for their students. A diversity of laboratory and outdoor environmental educational materials and methods will be experientially considered. Required for secondary teaching majors in biology. AS
BIOS g416 Community Ecology 3 credits. Structure, function, and classification of plant and animal communities, emphasizing biotic and abiotic interactions and patterns of change in space and time. Field work emphasizes the collection and analysis of data. PREREQ: BIOS 203. AF
BIOS g419 Mammalian Histology 4 credits. Study of animal tissues, including structural and functional characteristics of tissues and organs. PREREQ: BIOS 206, 207, OR 303 OR 301 AND 302. F
BIOS g420 Musculo-Skeletal Anatomy 2 credits. Study of human body structure emphasizing muscular system and its relationship to axial and appendicular skeleton. Focus is on extremities, thorax, and pelvis with applications toward normal, diseased and rehabilitative functions. PREREQ: BIOS 301 AND 302. AS
BIOS g423 Parasitology 3 credits. Study of the animal parasites with emphasis on those of man. Laboratory includes identification of the important parasites of man; the collection and the preservation of the available local forms. PREREQ: BIOS 101. AS
BIOS g425 Human Anatomy 4 credits. General systemic anatomy with emphasis on microscopic and gross structure. PREREQ: BIOS 101. F
BIOS g426 Ichthyology/Herpetology 3 credits. Natural history, identification, classification and evolution of the ectothermic vertebrates. Lecture, laboratory and field work. PREREQ: TEN HOURS OF COLLEGE BIOLOGY. AS
BIOS g428 Veterinary and Medical Entomology 3 credits. Identification, habits, life cycles, ecology and management of arthropods of veterinary and public health importance, including relationships between vectors, pathogens, and hosts. PREREQ: BIOS 101. AF
BIOS g430 Human Performance Physiology 4 credits. Physiology as applied to human energetics with relation to respiratory, cardiovascular, muscular, nervous and endocrine systems. Includes rehabilitation analysis of abnormalities of performance. Lecture and laboratory. PREREQ: BIOS 301 AND 302 OR BIOS 303. D
BIOS g431 General Entomology 3 credits. Study of structure, development, classification, and life histories of insects, including ecological, economic and management considerations. A returnable collection of insects may be required. Field trips. PREREQ: BIOS 101. AF
BIOS g433 Microbial Physiology 4 credits. Comparative biochemistry of microorganisms, including enzyme kinetics, carbon and energy metabolism, nitrogen metabolism, nutrition, and the effect of environmental factors on growth, death, and metabolism. PREREQ: BIOS 332 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
BIOS g435 Vertebrate Paleontology 4 credits. Phylogenetic history of the vertebrates outlined in the light of morphology, classification,evolution, paleoecology, and the significance of fossils. Field trips. PREREQ: GEOL 431 OR BIOS 314 OR EQUIVALENT. F
BIOS g438 Ornithology 3 credits. Study of the origin, evolution, structure, habits, adaptations, distribution, and classification of birds. Field trips. PREREQ: BIOS 101. S
BIOS g440 Human Gross Anatomy 4 credits. Comprehensive regional study of gross human anatomy with emphasis on the upper limb, thorax, abdomen, pelvis, and perineum. Designed for first year dental students and complements BIOS g450. Lecture and laboratory. F
BIOS g441 Mammalogy 3 credits. General study of mammals including classification, identification, habits, ecology, economics, and techniques of study, with emphasis on North American forms. Field trips. PREREQ: BIOS 203. AS
BIOS g443 Endocrinology 3 credits. Study of the anatomy and physiology of the ductless glands and the properties and uses of natural and synthetic hormones. PREREQ: BIOS 303. S
BIOS g444 General Pathology 4 credits. Study of basic pathological processes which underlie disease, including inflammation, neoplasia, infarction and cellular alterations; an attempt is made to correlate the anatomical, functional, and biochemical alterations. Lectures, demonstrations and small group discussions. D
BIOS g445 Biochemistry I 3 credits. Introduction to basic aspects of biochemical systems, including fundamental chemical and physical properties of biomolecules. Enzymology, including allosterism, metabolic regulation, bioenergetics, and carbohydrate metabolism. PREREQ: CHEM 302 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
BIOS g446 Selected Topics in Physiology 1 credit. Selected topics in physiology for dental students: blood coagulation-complement-kinin systems, prostaglandin and related substances, vitamins, steroids, mucopolysaccharides, collagen and other extracellular matrix macromolecules and cyto- and molecular genetics. S
BIOS g447 Biochemistry II 3 credits. Functional continuation of g445. Lipid, amino acid, and nucleotide metabolism. Emphasis is on regulation of metabolism, metabolic dysfunctions, biochemical mechanisms of hormone action, biochemical genetics, protein synthesis, and metabolic consequences of genetic defects. S
BIOS g448 Advanced Experimental Biochemistry 2 credits. Advanced laboratory projects designed to emphasize techniques of qualitative and quantitative biochemical analysis. COREQ: BIOS 447 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
BIOS g449 Human Physiology 4 credits. First of a two course sequence. Physiology of the nervous, muscular, circulatory, respiratory, and excretory systems. PREREQ: BIOS 101; CHEM 121 AND 122; COREQ: g425. F
BIOS g450 Head and Neck Anatomy 3 credits. Comprehensive presentation of the anatomy of the head and neck as it applies to the practice of dentistry. Lecture and laboratory. S
BIOS g452 Population Ecology 3 credits. Study of the forces that determine the composition, density, and distribution of terrestrial animal populations including natality, mortality, dispersion, and environment, knowledge of which is applicable to game management. Field trips. PREREQ: BIOS 203 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. AS
BIOS g454 Advanced Immunology 3 credits. Detailed study of selected areas of immunobiology. Course content will vary with current demand. Students will lead discussions and present current literature. PREREQ: BIOS g351 AND PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. AS
BIOS g456 Human Physiology II 4 credits. Physiology of gastrointestinal, endocrine, and reproductive systems. Includes studies of acid-base balance, peripheral circulation, shock, and temperature regulation. PREREQ: BIOS g449 OR EQUIVALENT. S
BIOS g459 Ecology: Biology of Fishes 3 credits. Study of the anatomy, ecology, and management of fishes of economic importance. Field trips. PREREQ: BIOS 203 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. AF
BIOS g460 Neuroanatomy 2 credits. Comprehensive presentation of the anatomy of the central nervous system, the brain and spinal cord. Combined lecture and laboratory demonstration. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
BIOS g461 Advanced Genetics 3 credits. Detailed and critical consideration of selected genetic topics with emphasis on recent advances. PREREQ: BIOS 358 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. AS
BIOS g462 Freshwater Ecology 3 credits. Study of the interaction of physical and biotic factors in aquatic ecosystems. Field trips. PREREQ: BIOS 203. AF
BIOS g463 Human Pathophysiology 5 credits. The study of basic processes underlying diseases, with an emphasis on correlating anatomical, functional, and biochemical alterations with clinical manifestations. PREREQ: BIOS g425; BIOCHEMISTRY; ONE YEAR OF PHYSIOLOGY, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
BIOS g465 Microbial Genetics 3 credits. Principles of heredity and variation with application of these principles to bacteria and viruses. PREREQ: BIOS 236; CHEM 301. S
BIOS g466 Medical Mycology 3 credits. Lecture/laboratory course addressing medically important fungi. Taxonomy, clinical disease, pathogenesis, immunological diagnosis and laboratory identification of contaminants, opportunists, superficial, cutaneous, subcutaneous and systemic mycoses. PREREQ: BIOS 221 OR 235. AS
BIOS g467 Microbial Genetics Laboratory 1 credit. Laboratory investigations of the principles of heredity, variation and genetic exchange in bacteria and bacterial viruses. PREREQ: BIOS 235 OR BIOS 221 AND 223. S
BIOS g468 Oral Microbiology 1 credit. Study of microbiology of plaque, caries, periodontal disease, immunobiology of oral disease and control of microorganisms with antimicrobial agents. Four periods devoted to laboratory study of medically important oral microbes. PREREQ OR COREQ: BIOS 355. S
BIOS g469 Special Topics in Microbiology 1-4 credits. Study of selected topics in microbiology. Course contents will vary with topics selected. May be repeated with departmental approval for nonrepetitive course content. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
BIOS g470 Cross-Sectional Anatomy 1 credit. Human gross regional anatomy in cross and sagittal sections. Designed to prepare students in radiographic sciences to understand structure depicted by various imaging techniques. PREREQ: BIOS 100 OR 101 BIOS 301 AND 302. S
BIOS g471 Pathophysiology 4 credits. Focuses on the response of physiological systems to pathophysiological disruptions. The relationships between tissue, organ, and systemic physiology and pathological conditions will be emphasized. PREREQ: BIOS 301-302 OR BIOS 303. S
BIOS g473 Industrial Microbiology 4 credits. Microbiological and biochemical aspects of fermentative and oxidative processes of industrial importance such as yeast, mold, and bacterial fermentation. PREREQ: BIOS 433. AS
BIOS g474 Human Anatomy (Physical Therapy Emphasis) 5 credits. Human gross anatomy and histology for, but not limited to, physical therapy students emphasizing the skeletal, muscular, integumentary, peripheral nervous, cardiovascular, and pulmonary systems. PREREQ: BIOS 301 AND 302 OR EQUIVALENT. D
BIOS g475 General Virology 3 credits. Introduction to the general principles of virology through consideration of structure, genetics, replication and biochemistry of animal and bacterial viruses. PREREQ: COMPLETION OF 90 CREDITS. F
BIOS g476 Ecology of Water Pollution 3 credits. Study of causes of pollution and their effects on the aquatic environment and its inhabitants. Special consideration given to the biological and chemical assessment of pollution in streams. Field work. PREREQ: BIOS 462 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. AS
BIOS g477 Bacterial Virology Laboratory 1 credit. Designed to acquaint students with the techniques and experimental principles used in the study of bacterial viruses. PREREQ OR COREQ: BIOS g475. S
BIOS g478 Animal Virology Laboratory 1 credit. Introduces tissue culture methods and other techniques employed in the study of animal viruses. PREREQ OR COREQ: BIOS g475. F
BIOS g479 Survey of Electron Microscopy 2 credits. Introduction to the potentialities, theory, techniques, and limitations of electron microscopy. The field will be surveyed as a whole, but primary emphasis will be on biological applications. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
BIOS g481-g482 Independent Problems 1-4 credits. Individual problems will be assigned to students on the basis of interest and previous preparation. PREREQ: A MINIMUM OF TWO COURSES IN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES AND PERMISSION OF THE INSTRUCTOR. F, S
BIOS g485 Nutritional Biochemistry 3 credits. Human metabolism in health and disease. Emphasizes interrelationships among hormones, carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, vitamins and minerals within tissues and organs. PREREQ: CHEM 107 AND 108, OR CHEM 121 AND 301. S
BIOS g486 Human Systemic Physiology 5 credits. One semester human physiology course emphasizing the function and regulation of the muscular, skeletal, circulatory, respiratory, urinary, reproductive, and immune systems. PREREQ: CHEM 121 AND 122; BIOS 301 AND 302 OR EQUIVALENT. F
BIOS g489 Field Ecology 3 credits. An intensive field study of at least one biogeographical region to increase student's knowledge of, and skill with, field sampling techniques, field-study design,data collection and analysis, and report preparation. PREREQ: BIOS 203. AS
BIOS g491-492 Seminar 1 credit. Review of current research and literature in the general fields of biological science. Open only to graduate students and seniors or by permission of the department. F, S
BIOS 493 Senior Thesis 1-4 credits. (See course description, University-Wide Courses.) F, S
BIOS 494 Seminar in Microbiology 1 credit. Presentation of written and oral review of library research in microbiology and molecular biology by students for discussion with faculty and fellow students. May be repeated for a total of two credits. F
BIOS g495 Ethology 3 credits. Behavior of animals and the evolutionary mechanisms which dictate behavioral patterns. PREREQ: UPPER-DIVISION OR GRADUATE STATUS. AS Department of
Chemistry
Chair and Professor: Strommen
Professors: Benson, Ronald, Sutter, Wiegand
Associate Professors: Kalivas, Wells
Assistant Professors: Rodriguez, Rosentreter, Wigal
Professors Emeriti: Arcand, Braun, Faler, Heckler
Students who wish to major in chemistry may take courses which will prepare them for industrial or governmental laboratory work, for graduate study in chemistry, biochemistry, or allied fields, or lead toward professional training in medicine or dentistry.
The department offers three traditional degree programs and a combined BS/MS program which is designed for highly motivated students who wish to progress more rapidly. The Bachelor of Arts degree is designed for students who desire a flexible program so they can develop more interdisciplinary competence. The Bachelor of Science degree places greater emphasis on chemistry. It is designed to lead to American Chemical Society (ACS) certification upon graduation.
The Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry is a joint program with the Department of Biological Sciences. It is directed toward future work in the field of molecular biology. Students may be admitted to the combined BS/MS program at the beginning of their junior year. This program allows the student to receive the ACS certified Bachelor of Science degree and the Master of Science degree at the end of the fifth year.
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
A suggested sequence for taking the required science courses is given below. Variations on the sequence should be checked to insure that course prerequisites have been satisfied. Because many courses have structured prerequisites, major deviations from this schedule could increase the time required to obtain the degree.
First Year
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I 5 cr CHEM 122 General Chemistry II 4 cr CHEM 126 Cations and Anions 1 crMATH 121-222 Calculus and Analytic
Geometry 8 cr
Second Year
CHEM 211 Inorganic Chemistry I 2 cr CHEM 217 Quantitative Analysis 4 cr CHEM 301-302 Organic Chemistry 7 cr CHEM 304 Organic Chemistry Lab I 1 cr PHYS 221-222 Engineering Physics 8 crPHYS 223-224 Engineering Physics Lab 2 cr
Third Year
CHEM 305 Organic Chemistry Lab II 2 cr
CHEM 313 Instrumental Analysis 2 cr
CHEM 334 Instrumental Analysis
Laboratory 2 cr
CHEM 351-352 Physical Chemistry 6 cr
Fourth Year
CHEM 407 Inorganic Chemistry II 2 cr
CHEM 453 Modern Experimental
Physical Chemistry 2 cr
CHEM 466 Structural Analysis in
Chemistry 2 cr
CHEM 481-482 Independent Problems 3 cr
CHEM 491 Seminar 1 cr
OR
CHEM 492 Seminar 1 cr
Bachelor of Science chemistry majors should note the following considerations for General Education Requirements: ENGL 101 (Goal 1) and SPCH 101 (Goal 2) should be completed during the freshman year, and ENGL 201 should be passed by or during the sophomore year. The mathematics requirement (Goal 3) should be fulfilled by MATH 121 and 222 as early as feasible. All Bachelor of Science chemistry majors must complete Goal 10B (German, French or Russian) in addition to 6 credit hours from Goals 6, 7 or 8 and 6 credits from Goals 9, 11 or 12.
Combined BS/MS Program
in Chemistry
The combined BS/MS curriculum in chemistry at Idaho State University consists of required course work, research experience, and presentation of the student's research through both written and oral communication. Admission Requirements Students may be admitted to the program after having completed 64 credit hours. Application for admission must be made to the chemistry department. In addition the student must have completed the following courses or the equivalent, and have an overall minimum GPA of 3.0.
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I 5 cr
CHEM 122 General Chemistry II 4 cr
CHEM 126 Cations and Anions 1 cr
CHEM 211 Inorganic Chemistry I 2 cr
CHEM 217 Quantitative Analysis 4 cr
CHEM 301-302 Organic Chemistry 7 cr
CHEM 304 Organic Chemistry
Laboratory I 1 cr
PHYS 221-222 Engineering Physics 8 cr
PHYS 223-224 Engineering Physics
Laboratory 2 cr
MATH 121 Calculus and Analytic
Geometry I 4 cr
MATH 222 Calculus and Analytic
Geometry II 4 cr
MATH 223 Calculus and Analytic
Geometry III 4 cr
First Year Requirements
(Junior Year) See the suggested schedule
During the first semester each student is expected to select three faculty members to serve as his/her advisory committee subject to the approval of the department chair. The research advisor may be selected from another institution such as Idaho National Engineering Laboratory (INEL) with the approval of the Chemistry Department.
During the second semester, the student is expected to write a research proposal describing his/her research project. This proposal will include an introduction, the significance of the research, description of the experimental work, and the equipment and/or materials required. The student is expected to begin his/her research at the beginning of the summer session. Monthly progress reports will be required hence forth.
Each student must complete the Graduate Record Exam before the beginning of his/her second year (senior year) in the combined BS/MS program. The student must score at or above the 35th percentile in two areas of the aptitude sections (Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytical).
Other Requirements
Each student is required to maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0. The following courses must be completed.
MATH 330 Linear Algebra 3 cr
MATH 360 Differential Equations 3 cr
CHEM 407 Inorganic Chemistry II 2 cr
CHEM 435 Senior Research 8 cr
CHEM 453 Modern Experimental
Physical Chemistry 2 cr
CHEM 466 Structural Analysis in
Chemistry 2 cr
CHEM 491 Seminar 1 cr
CHEM 510 Advanced Inorganic
Chemistry 3 cr
CHEM 530 Advanced Analytical
Chemistry 3 cr
CHEM 555 Advanced Physical
Chemistry 3 cr
CHEM 571 Advanced Organic Chemistry 3 cr
CHEM 601 Seminar 2 cr
CHEM 635 Master's Research 10 cr
In addition, the student must complete an additional 3 credit hours of 600 level courses and additional electives for a total of 158 credit hours. This corresponds to 128 credit hours for the BS degree and 30 credit hours for the MS degree. Students are required to have completed all general education requirements by the end of their senior year (second year in the combined BS/MS program).
It is the intent that all students will finish within the period of 3 years after admission to the program. It will be recommended that students who are not making adequate progress discontinue the program.
Suggested Schedule
The following schedule will show how a typical student might progress through the BS/MS program.
Third Year (Junior)
Fall/Spring
*CHEM 305 Organic Chemistry Lab II 2 cr
*CHEM 313 Instrumental Analysis 2 cr*CHEM 334 Instrumental Analysis
Laboratory 2 cr
*CHEM 351 Physical Chemistry 3 cr
*CHEM 352 Physical Chemistry 3 cr
LANG 4 cr
LANG 4 cr
MATH 330 Linear Algebra 3 cr
MATH 360 Differential Equations 3 cr
Electives 2 cr
TOTAL: 28 cr
SummerCHEM 435 Senior Research 8 cr
Fourth Year (Senior)
Fall/Spring
CHEM 407 Inorganic Chemistry II 2 cr
CHEM 453 Modern Experimental
P hysical Chemistry 2 cr
CHEM 466 Structural Analysis in
Chemistry 2 cr
CHEM 491 Seminar 1 cr
CHEM 510 Advanced Inorganic
Chemistry 3 cr
CHEM 571 Advanced Organic Chemistry 3 cr
ELECTIVES 14 cr
TOTAL: 27 cr
Summer
CHEM 635 Master's Research 6 cr
Fifth Year
Fall/Spring
CHEM 530 Advanced Analytical
Chemistry 3 cr
CHEM 555 Advanced Physical
Chemistry 3 cr
CHEM 601 Seminar 2 cr
CHEM 635 Master's Research 4 cr
ELECTIVES 12 cr
TOTAL: 24 cr
*Must be completed by the end of the junior year.
Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry
A suggested sequence for the science requirements is listed below. Variations in this sequence should be checked to see that course prerequisites are met.
First Year
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I 5 cr CHEM 122 General Chemistry II 4 cr CHEM 126 Cations and Anions 1 crMATH 121-222 Calculus and Analytic
Geometry 8 cr
Second Year
CHEM 211 Inorganic Chemistry I 2 cr CHEM 217 Quantitative Analysis 4 cr CHEM 301-302 Organic Chemistry 7 cr CHEM 304 Organic Chemistry Lab I 1 cr PHYS 221-222 Engineering Physics 8 cr
Third Year
CHEM 351-352 Physical Chemistry 6 cr
Plus 6 additional upper-division credits in chemistry, approved by the department and not to include 481-482, 491-492. No more than 40 credits in chemistry will be allowed toward graduation in this program. Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry majors should complete ENGL 101 and SPCH 101 (Goals 1 and 2 of the General Education Requirements) during the freshman year and ENGL 201 should be passed by or during the sophomore year. Goal 3 (mathematics) should be fulfilled by MATH 121 and 222 as early as feasible. The other General Education Requirements (Goals 4 and 6-12) should be taken as credit loads allow.
Teaching Major in Chemistry
Teaching majors in chemistry should see the department chairman.
Minor in Chemistry
Required courses:
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I 5 cr
CHEM 122 General Chemistry II 4 cr
CHEM 211 Inorganic Chemistry I 2 cr
CHEM 217 Quantitative Analysis 4 cr
CHEM 301-302 Organic Chemistry 7 cr
CHEM 304 Organic Chemistry Lab I 1 cr
TOTAL: 23 cr
In addition to the 23 hours specified above, the chemistry minor shall consist of six additional hours of approved upper division electives in chemistry, (excluding CHEM 333, 400, 481-482, and 491-492), for a total of 29 credits.
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
The Department of Biological Sciences and the Department of Chemistry jointly offer the B.S. degree in biochemistry. The curriculum is designed to prepare the student for graduate work in biochemistry and related fields, as well as for admission to medical, dental, or other health professional schools. The graduate also is prepared to go directly into research or industrial positions which require preparation only at the B.S. level. A detailed description of the program is listed under the Department of Biological Sciences.
Chemistry Courses
CHEM 105 Architecture of Matter 4 credits. How scientific thought has produced chemical models of the structure of the material world, and the ethical and social consequences of its applications. Recommended for students not majoring in the natural sciences. Satisfies Goal 5 of the General Education Requirements. S
CHEM 107 Essentials of Chemistry 5 credits. Atomic structure, kinetic molecular theory, chemical calculations, solutions, acid-base reaction, equilibrium, and some descriptive inorganic chemistry. COREQ: MATH 111 OR 117 OR EQUIVALENT. F
CHEM 108 Essentials of Organic and Biochemistry 5 credits. Descriptive organic and biochemistry with emphasis on organic compounds of biological importance. May not be used as a prerequisite to other courses in chemistry. PREREQ: CHEM 107 OR 121. S
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I 5 credits. Introductory course for students in scientific and technical fields; structure of matter, stoichiometry, kinetic theory, equilibrium and chemical periodicity. COREQ: MATH 111 OR 117 OR EQUIVALENT. F, S
CHEM 122 General Chemistry II 4 credits. Introduction to
kinetics, equilibrium, electrochemistry, and nuclear chemistry.
PREREQ: CHEM 121 OR EQUIVALENT AND MATH 111 OR 117 OR
EQUIVALENT. S
CHEM 126 Cations and Anions 1 credit. Qualitative analysis of a selected group of cations and anions by wet chemical and instrumental means. PREREQ OR COREQ: CHEM 122 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
CHEM 211 Inorganic Chemistry I 2 credits. The chemistry of a
representative selection of the chemical elements and their
compounds: types of compounds, their preparation, and their
reactions under various conditions. PREREQ: CHEM 122 OR
PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
CHEM 217 Quantitative Analysis 4 credits. Study of the theoretical foundations of quantitative analysis and laboratory experiments in volumetric, gravimetric and colorimetric analysis. PREREQ: CHEM 122 AND MATH 121. S
CHEM g301 Organic Chemistry 4 credits. Fundamentals of organic chemistry are examined through nomenclature, structure, physical and chemical properties, reaction mechanisms and principal synthetic methods; experience with basic operations is acquired in laboratory. PREREQ: CHEM 122 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
CHEM g302 Organic Chemistry 3 credits. A continuation of CHEM g301. A more intensive study in the preparation, reactions, properties, and reaction mechanisms of organic compounds. PREREQ: CHEM g301 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
CHEM g304 Organic Chemistry Laboratory I 1 credit. Laboratory work giving further experience in fundamental operations of organic chemistry and including the preparation of typical compounds. PREREQ: CHEM g301. COREQ: CHEM g302 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
CHEM g305 Organic Chemistry Laboratory II 2 credits. Intermediate laboratory course in modern methods of preparative organic chemistry. Primary emphasis on synthesis, separation, purification and structural analysis techniques. PREREQ: CHEM g304 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
CHEM g313 Instrumental Analysis 2 credits. Advanced quantitative analysis dealing chiefly with quantitative applications of instrumental methods. PREREQ: CHEM 217 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
CHEM 317 Principles of Nuclear Science 3 credits. Radioactive decay and growth, interactions of radiation with matter, radiation detection and radiochemical techniques. Experiments in radioactivity measurements. PREREQ: CHEM 121 AND PHYS 212 OR 222 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
CHEM 333 Science and Civilization 3 credits. A critical examination of the methods of physical science, its contributions to civilization, and its inherent limitations. No science or mathematics prerequisite. Junior standing or consent of instructor required. Cross-listed with PHYS 333. D
CHEM g334 Instrumental Analysis Laboratory 2 credits. Laboratory course giving experience in fundamental operations of modern instrumental methods of analysis. PREREQ: CHEM 313 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
CHEM g351-g352 Physical Chemistry 3 credits each. The fundamental principles of physical chemistry; thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, molecular structure, quantum theory, spectroscopy, and solution chemistry. PREREQ: CHEM 122, MATH 222, AND PHYS 222, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
CHEM g370 Crystallography and X-Ray 3 credits. X-ray diffraction
analysis: study of crystallography, goniometry, powder methods.
Introduction to crystal structure analysis. Cross-listed as GEOL
g370 and PHYS g370. PREREQ: CHEM 122. D
CHEM 397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
CHEM g400 Practicum in Physical Science 2 credits. Practical problems associated with equipping, setting up and operating laboratories in chemistry and physics. Cross-listed with PHYS 400. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF DEPARTMENT CHAIR. D
CHEM g407 Inorganic Chemistry II 2 credits. Structure and reactivity of inorganic compounds including coordination compounds; acid-base chemistry and nonaqueous solvent systems; organometallic chemistry and other special topics of current interest. PREREQ: CHEM 211, CHEM g352, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
CHEM g410 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry 3 credits. Modern physical methods of inorganic chemistry with an emphasis on the application of group theory to spectroscopic analysis. COREQ: CHEM g466 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
CHEM g425 Equilibrium and Stoichiometry 3 credits. Extension of stoichiometric concepts. Calculations related to complex analytical systems involving multiple, simultaneous equilibria; relationships between exact and approximate methods. PREREQ: MATH 222 OR GRADE OF B IN CHEM 217 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR.D
CHEM g430 Advanced Analytical Chemistry 3 credits. Advanced treatment of standards, sampling, special methods of analysis, and methods of separation. PREREQ: CHEM g302, g352, g425, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
CHEM g432 Chemometrics 4 credits. Data analysis of chemical measurements and design or selection of optimal measurement procedures and experiments by mathematical and statistical analysis including sampling theory, optimization, factor analysis, pattern recognition, and multicomponent analysis. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
CHEM 435 Senior Research 1-4 credits. The student will be introduced to research techniques, development of manipulative skills, instrumental methods, laboratory notebook keeping, data interpretation and library research. PREREQ: ACCEPTANCE IN THE BS/MS PROGRAM. LIMIT 8 CREDITS. D
CHEM g446 Computer Applications in Science 2 credits. Emphasis will be on Basic Programming and Chemistry. Students will be allowed opportunity to concentrate on problems which may be of special interest to them in their science field. F
CHEM g453 Modern Experimental Physical Chemistry 2 credits. Magnetic, optical and electrical properties of materials, calorimetry, voltammetry, optical and laser spectroscopic techniques. PREREQ: CHEM 334 AND 352. F
CHEM g455 Advanced Physical Chemistry 3 credits. Introductory material from quantum chemistry and statistical mechanics with applications in chemical thermodynamics. PREREQ: CHEM g302 AND g352 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
CHEM g466 Structural Analysis in Chemistry 2 credits. The application of spectra-structure correlations to the solution of chemical structural problems. PREREQ: CHEM g302 AND CHEM g407, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
CHEM g471 Advanced Organic Chemistry 3 credits. Kinetics and mechanisms in organic reactions. PREREQ: CHEM g302 AND CHEM g352 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
CHEM g481-g482 Independent Problems in Chemistry 1-4 credits each. Directed library and laboratory research. Courses may be repeated to a maximum of 6 credits.
CHEM g491-g492 Seminar 1 credit. Oral reports of library and laboratory research. COREQ: CHEM g481, CHEM g482, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
Department of Communication and Theatre
Chair and Professor: Loebs
Professors: Bliesner, Blomquist
Associate Professors: Dienstfrey, Frazier, J. House, Mauch,
Short, Trinklein, Turner
Assistant Professors: DiSanza,
Hardy-Short, Jull, Legge
Mass Communication
Each area of study in mass communication emphasizes the importance of a strong liberal arts education to students preparing for careers in the media and mass communication. Effective communication in any form depends upon an adequate breadth of knowledge.
For the Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication, five options are
available: Journalism, Television, Photography,
Advertising/Public Relations and Media Studies. Journalism,
Television, Photography and Advertising/Public Relations
sequences require approximately 33 credits and an additional 15
credits from a selected component of specialized study outside
the options. These options are designed to give practical as
well as theoretical skills in those areas. The Media Studies
option requires 45 credit hours selected from mass communication
and other departments and prepares students in a more general
way for career options in business, industry or government. A
grade of "C" or better is required in each of the major courses.
Speech Communication
The speech curriculum is structured on the basic assumption that people's ability to communicate orally in an effective manner is vital to successful social interaction.
Two areas of emphasis are offered in the Speech curriculum: Speech Communication and Organizational Communication. Speech Communication is the humanistic study of speech from its origins in ancient Greece to the role of rhetoric in shaping the modern world. Organizational Communication is the social scientific study of the role or communication in the creation of interpersonal, small group, and organizational structures.
In both areas of emphasis, our program is designed to meet a fourfold purpose: to study the nature and process of oral communication; to develop the student's ability to communicate clearly, confidently, and rationally; to understand the critical role of rhetoric in shaping historical events; to understand the methods of the social sciences and analyze communication situations according to those methods.
Students who study speech receive a broad liberal arts background which may lead to careers in law, business, public relations, management, teaching, the ministry, politics, broadcasting, personnel work, and public administration.
Theatre
The theatre curriculum is designed to provide not only a humanistic awareness of our history and civilization through a study of dramatic literature and theatre history, but also to allow the student to pursue courses of study which develop skills and techniques applicable to the production of plays and other theatrical media. A balance between theoretical and practical courses is offered in several degree programs. A theatre program can lead to careers in such varying areas as theatre, television, film, education, journalism, public relations, personnel work, sales, insurance, government, and law. The Bachelor of Arts is offered in mass communication. The Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science and Master of Arts degrees are offered in speech and in theatre, and a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree is offered in theatre.
Bachelor of Arts
in Mass Communication
Emphases
Select one of the following emphases:
Emphasis in Journalism
M C 119 Introduction to Mass Media 3 cr
M C 121 Reporting & Newswriting 4 cr
M C 230 Introduction to Photography 4 cr
M C 270 Journalism History 3 cr
M C 321 Reporting of Public Affairs 3 cr
M C 325 Editing for Print Media 3 cr
M C 440 Media Law & Ethics 3 cr
M C 452 Mass Communication &
Society 3 cr
Plus one of the following courses:
M C 215 Graphic Design 3 cr
M C 305 Photojournalism 4 cr
M C 327 Magazine Article Writing 3 cr
M C 445 Editorial Writing 3 cr
M C 497 Media Internships 6 cr
IN ADDITION: Components 15 cr
TOTAL: 44 or 45 cr
Emphasis in Television
M C 119 Introduction to Mass Media 3 cr
M C 121 Reporting & Newswriting 4 cr
M C 230 Introduction to Photography 4 cr
M C 290 American Broadcasting 3 cr
M C 300 Television Production 3 cr
M C 435 Television News 3 cr
M C 450 Television Workshop 2 cr
M C 452 Mass Communication &
Society 3 cr
M C 460 Corporate Video Production 3 cr
Plus two of the following courses:
M C 321 Reporting of Public Affairs 3 cr
M C 350 Cable TV & New Media
Technologies 3 cr
M C 360 Film-Style Production 3 cr
IN ADDITION: Components 15 cr
TOTAL: 49 cr
Emphasis in Photography
M C 119 Introduction to Mass Media 3 cr
M C 121 Reporting & Newswriting 4 cr
M C 210 History & Appreciation of
Photography 3 cr
M C 215 Graphic Design 3 cr
M C 230 Introduction to Photography 4 cr
M C 333 Intermediate Photography 4 cr
M C 410 Advanced Photography 4 cr
M C 452 Mass Communication &
Society 3 cr
PHIL 490 Aesthetics & Photography 3 cr
Plus one of the following courses:
M C 305 Photojournalism 4 cr
M C 405 Color Printing 4 cr
M C 465 Alternative Photo Processes 4 cr
IN ADDITION: Components 15 cr
TOTAL: 50 cr
Emphasis in Advertising/Public Relations
M C 119 Introduction to Mass Media 3 cr
M C 121 Reporting & Newswriting 4 cr
M C 200 Introduction to Advertising
Media 3 cr
M C 215 Graphic Design 3 cr
M C 230 Introduction to Photography 4 cr
M C 341 Public Relations Methods 3 cr
M C 355 Creating Effective Advertising 3 cr
M C 415 Advanced Graphic Design 3 cr
M C 452 Mass Communication &
Society 3 cr
M C 455 Advertising Sales 3 cr
M C 480 Public Relations Programs 3 cr
IN ADDITION: Components 15 cr
TOTAL: 50 cr
Recommended
Econ 202 Economic Principles and
Problems 3 cr
Emphasis in Media Studies
M C 119 Introduction to Mass Media 3 cr
M C 121 Reporting and Newswriting 4 cr
M C 210 History & Appreciation of
Photography 3 cr
M C 215 Graphic Design 3 cr
M C 290 American Broadcasting 3 cr
OR
M C 300 Television Production 3 cr
M C 321 Reporting of Public Affairs 3 cr
M C 350 Cable TV & News Media
Technologies 3 cr
M C 415 Advanced Graphic Design 3 cr
M C 440 Media Law & Ethics 3 cr
M C 452 Mass Communication &
Society 3 cr
ENGL 307 Professional Writing 3 cr
OR
ENGL 308 Business Communications 3 cr
SPCH 301 Business & Professional
Speaking 3 cr
IN ADDITION Mass Communication electives 3 cr
Select one course from each of the two following blocks:
Block 1
MKTG 325 Basic Marketing Management 3 cr
MKTG 428 Marketing Communications 3 cr
SPCH 208 Group Communication 3 cr
SPCH 355 Nonverbal Communication 2 cr
SPCH 441 Interpersonal Communication 3 cr
SPCH 452 Conflict Management 3 cr
SPCH 453 Organizational
Communication 3 cr
Block 2
SPCH 436 Rhetorical Criticism 3 cr
SPCH 437 Rhetorical Theory 3 cr
SPCH 442 American Rhetoric and
Public Address 3 cr
SPCH 447 Rhetoric of Hitler, Lenin,
and Churchill 3 cr
SPCH 451 Recent Rhetorical Issues 3 cr
TOTAL: 45 or 46 cr
Recommended
MGT 312 Individual & Organizational
Behavior 3 cr
Components
Students must take 15 credits from ONE of the following five component areas subject to the following conditions:
At least nine of the 15 credits must be upper division.
None of the courses included in the component may also be used to satisfy any of the General Education Requirements.
The Director of the Mass Communication Program must approve the courses selected to satisfy the component.
A minor or a second major may be substituted for the entire component requirement if approved by the Director of the Mass Communication Program.
Component 1-Business and Economics
Business Economics
Component 2-World Affairs
Geology 115
History
Political Science
Component 3-Social Sciences
American Studies
Anthropology
Psychology
Sociology
Speech Communication
Component 4-Arts and Humanities
Art
English
Music
Philosophy
Speech Communication
Theatre
Component 5-Natural Sciences
Biological Sciences
Chemistry
Geology
Mathematics
Physics
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Speech Communication
Emphases
Select one of the following emphases:
Emphasis in Speech Communication
SPCH 111-112-
311-312 Speech Practicum 2 cr
SPCH 208 Group Communication 3 cr
SPCH 305 Argumentation and Debate 3 cr
SPCH 308 Persuasion 3 cr
SPCH 355 Nonverbal Communication 3 cr
SPCH 408 Communication Theory 3 cr
SPCH 436 Rhetorical Criticism 3 cr
SPCH 437 Rhetorical Theory 3 cr
SPCH 441 Interpersonal
Communication 3 cr
Plus 6 credits from the following:
SPCH 442 American Rhetoric and Public
Address 3 cr
SPCH 447 Rhetoric of Hitler, Lenin,
and Churchill 3 cr
SPCH 451 Recent Rhetorical Issues 3 cr
Plus 9 credits from the following:
SPCH 301 Business and Professional
Speaking 3 cr
SPCH 440 Gender and Communication 3 cr
SPCH 452 Conflict Management 3 cr
SPCH 453 Organizational
Communication 3 cr
TOTAL: 41 cr
Emphasis in Organizational Communication
SPCH 208 Group Communication 3 cr
SPCH 355 Nonverbal Communication 3 cr
SPCH 408 Communication Theory 3 cr
SPCH 436 Rhetorical Criticism 3 cr
SPCH 437 Rhetorical Theory 3 cr
SPCH 441 Interpersonal
Communication 3 cr
SPCH 452 Conflict Management 3 cr
SPCH 453 Organizational
Communication 3 cr
Plus 15 credits from the following:
SPCH 305 Argumentation and Debate 3 cr SPCH 308 Persuasion 3 crSPCH 313-314 Speech Communication
Internship 1-6 cr
SPCH 440 Gender and Communications 3 cr
SPCH 442 American Rhetoric and
Public Address 3 cr
SPCH 447 Rhetoric of Hitler, Lenin,
and Churchill 3 cr
SPCH 451 Recent Rhetorical Issues 3 cr
Select two courses from one of the following two blocks:
Block 1
MGT 312 Individual and Organizational
Behavior 3 cr
MGT 441 Organization Behavior 3 cr
MGT 457 Organization Development 3 cr
Block 2
PSYC 341 Social Psychology 3 cr
PSYC 443 Advanced Social Psychology 3 cr
SOC 364 Industry and Society 3 cr
TOTAL: 42 cr
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Theatre
THEA 101 Appreciation of
Dramatic Arts 3 cr
THEA 104 Theatre Graphics 2 cr
THEA 111-112 Stagecraft 6 cr
THEA 251-252 Beginning Acting 6 cr
THEA 304 Theatre Management 2 cr
THEA 313-314 Theatre Backgrounds 6 cr
THEA 355 Stage Direction 3 cr
THEA 419 Modern European Theatre 3 cr
THEA 420 American Theatre 3 cr
THEA 456 Advanced Stage Directing 3 cr
IN ADDITION: Upper-division theatre 3 cr
Plus 4 credits from the following:
THEA 209 Stage Lighting 2 cr
THEA 214 Makeup 2 cr
THEA 221 Stage Costume Construction 2 cr
TOTAL: 42 cr
Related Areas
Required Courses:
ENGL 476 Shakespeare 3 cr
P E 107 Fencing 1 cr
SPCH 117 Oral Interpretation:
Textual Analysis 3 cr
SPCH 132 Voice and Diction 2 cr
Plus 2 credits from the following dance courses:
P E 140 Dance-Jazz 1 cr
P E 142 Dance-Ballet 1 cr
P E 145 Modern Dance 1 cr
P E 146 Intermediate Modern Dance 1 cr
TOTAL: 11 cr
Minors
Minor in Speech Communication
SPCH 208 Group Communication 3 cr
SPCH 305 Argumentation and Debate 3 cr
SPCH 436 Rhetorical Criticism 3 cr
SPCH 437 Rhetorical Theory 3 cr
SPCH 441 Interpersonal
Communication 3 cr
Plus 6 credits from the following:
SPCH 408 Communication Theory 3 cr
SPCH 442 American Rhetoric and
Public Address 3 cr
SPCH 447 Rhetoric of Hitler, Lenin,
and Churchill 3 cr
SPCH 451 Recent Rhetorical Issues 3 cr
TOTAL: 21 cr
Minor in Organizational Communication
SPCH 208 Group Communication 3 cr
SPCH 436 Rhetorical Criticism 3 cr
SPCH 437 Rhetorical Theory 3 cr
SPCH 441 Interpersonal
Communication 3 cr
SPCH 453 Organizational
Communication 3 cr
Plus 6 credits from the following:
SPCH 305 Argumentation and Debate 3 cr SPCH 308 Persuasion 3 crSPCH 313-314 Speech Communication
Internship 1-6 cr
SPCH 355 Nonverbal Communication 3 cr
SPCH 408 Communication Theory 3 cr
SPCH 452 Conflict Management 3 cr
TOTAL: 21 cr
Minor in Theatre
History and Dramatic Literature
THEA 101 Appreciation of
Dramatic Arts 3 cr
THEA 205 Art of the Film I 3 cr
THEA 313 Theatre Background I 3 cr
THEA 314 Theatre Background II 3 cr
THEA 419 Modern European Theatre 3 cr
THEA 420 American Theatre 3 cr
THEA 470 Contemporary Theatre 3 cr
ENGL 476 Shakespeare 3 cr
TOTAL: 24 cr
Minor in Costume
THEA 101 Appreciation of
Dramatic Arts 3 cr
THEA 104 Theatre Graphics 2 cr
THEA 209 Stage Lighting 2 cr
THEA 214 Makeup 2 cr
THEA 221 Stage Costume Construction 2 cr
THEA 323 Stage Costume History
and Design 3 cr
THEA 328 Stage Costume
History and Design 3 cr
THEA 421 Basic Pattern Drafting for
Stage Costuming 3 cr
THEA 191-392 Theatre Production 3 cr
TOTAL: 23 cr
Minor in Technical Theatre
THEA 101 Appreciation of
Dramatic Arts 3 cr
THEA 104 Theatre Graphics 2 cr
THEA 111 Stagecraft 3 cr
THEA 112 Stagecraft 3 cr
THEA 209 Stage Lighting 2 cr
THEA 221 Stage Costume Construction 2 cr
THEA 304 Theatre Management 2 cr
THEA 311 Introduction to
Scene Design 3 cr
THEA 426 Scene Design 3 cr
THEA 191-392 Theatre Production 3 cr
TOTAL: 26 cr
Minor in Acting
THEA 101 Appreciation of
Dramatic Arts 3 cr
THEA 214 Makeup 2 cr
THEA 251 Beginning Acting 3 cr
THEA 252 Intermediate Acting 3 cr
THEA 351 Problems in Acting 3 cr
THEA 424 Advanced Acting Styles 3 cr
THEA 191-392 Theatre Production 3 cr
SPCH 117 Oral Interpretation:
Textual Analysis 3 cr
SPCH 132 Voice and Diction 2 cr
TOTAL: 25 cr
Minor in Technical Theatre and Costume
THEA 101 Appreciation of
Dramatic Arts 3 cr
THEA 104 Theatre Graphics 2 cr
THEA 111 Stagecraft 3 cr
THEA 112 Stagecraft 3 cr
THEA 209 Stage Lighting 3 cr
THEA 214 Makeup 2 cr
THEA 221 Stage Costume Construction 2 cr
THEA 304 Theatre Management 3 cr
THEA 311 Introduction to
Scene Design 3 cr
THEA 323 Stage Costume History
and Design 3 cr
OR
THEA 328 Stage Costume History
and Design 3 cr
THEA 191-392 Theatre Production 3 cr
TOTAL: 30 cr
Minor in Acting and Directing
THEA 101 Appreciation of
Dramatic Arts 3 cr
THEA 111 Stagecraft 3 cr
OR
THEA 112 Stagecraft 3 cr
THEA 209 Stage Lighting 2 cr
THEA 214 Makeup 2 cr
THEA 251 Beginning Acting 3 cr
THEA 252 Intermediate Acting 3 cr
THEA 351 Problems in Acting 3 cr
THEA 355 Stage Direction 3 cr
THEA 424 Advanced Acting Styles 3 cr
THEA 456 Advanced Stage Directing 3 cr
SPCH 132 Voice and Diction 2 cr
TOTAL: 30 cr
General Minor (Unspecified)
THEA 101 Appreciation of
Dramatic Arts 3 cr
IN ADDITION: THEA electives 20 cr
TOTAL: 23 cr
Program must be approved by the department.
Bachelor of Fine Arts
General Requirements
English Composition 3-6 cr Related Areas 34 cr
(Courses in one or more of the following: art, architecture, music, literature, dance, speech)
Electives 24 cr
Major 64 cr
TOTAL: 128 cr
Major Requirements
(common to all options)
THEA 101 Appreciation of
Dramatic Arts 3 cr
THEA 104 Theatre Graphics 2 cr
THEA 111 Stagecraft 3 cr
THEA 209 Stage Lighting 2 cr
THEA 214 Makeup 2 cr
THEA 251 Beginning Acting 3 cr
THEA 304 Theatre Management 2 cr
THEA 313 Theatre Background I 3 cr
THEA 314 Theatre Background II 3 cr
THEA 323 Stage Costume History
and Design 3 cr
THEA 328 Stage Costume History
and Design 3 cr
THEA 355 Stage Directing 3 cr
THEA 419 Modern European Theatre 3 cr
THEA 420 American Theatre 3 cr
THEA 470 Contemporary Theatre 3 cr
THEA 490 Practicum Theatre Arts 3 cr
THEA 191-392 Theatre Production 2 cr
TOTAL: 46 cr
Acting-Directing Option
Major Requirements
THEA 252 Intermediate Acting 3 cr
THEA 351 Problems in Acting 6 cr
THEA 352 BFA Studio 3 cr
THEA 424 Advanced Acting Styles 3 cr
THEA 456 Advanced Stage Directing 3 cr
TOTAL: 18 cr
Related Areas (Required Courses)
ART 221-222 Survey of Art 6 cr
ENGL 476 Shakespeare 3 cr
MUSC 105 Introduction to Music 3 cr
MUSC 127 Class Voice 2 cr
P E 107 Fencing 1 cr
P E 141 Modern Dance 1 cr
P E 142 Ballet 1 cr
SPCH 101 Principles of Speech 2 cr
SPCH 117 Oral Interpretation:
Textual Analysis 3 cr
SPCH 132 Voice and Dictation 2 cr
IN ADDITION: Electives 10 cr
TOTAL: 34 cr
Electives (Recommended Courses)
BIOS 120 Biology and Human
Concerns 4 cr
HIST 101 Western Civilization 3 cr
HIST 102 Western Civilization 3 cr
PHIL 333 Aesthetics 3 cr
PSYC 111 Intro to Psychology 3 cr
PSYC 112 Intro to Psychology 3 cr
SOC 101 Intro to Sociology 3 cr
IN ADDITION: Electives 2 cr
TOTAL: 24 cr
Technical Option
Major Requirements
THEA 112 Stagecraft 3 cr
THEA 311 Introduction to
Scene Design 3 cr
THEA 412 Scenic Painting 3 cr
THEA 426 Scene Design 3 cr
Theatre Electives 6 cr
TOTAL: 18 cr
Related Areas (Required Courses)
ENGL 476 Shakespeare 3 cr
TOTAL: 3 cr
Related Areas (Recommended Courses)
ARCH 263 History of American
Architecture 3 cr
ART 101 Drawing 3 cr
ART 102 Drawing 3 cr
ART 103 Creative Process 3 cr
ART 104 Creative Process 3 cr
ART 108 Intro to Visual Arts 3 cr
ART 203 Color Theory 3 cr
ART 221 Survey of Art 3 cr
ART 222 Survey of Art 3 cr
ART 230 Photography 4 cr
ART 301 Anatomy Drawing and
Painting 3 cr
ENGL 205 Art of the Film I 3 cr
ENGL 305 Art of the Film II 3 cr
MUSC 105 Music in General Culture 3 cr
MUSC 106 American Music: A Panorama 3 cr
PHIL 211 Logic and Language 3 cr
PHIL 333 Aesthetics 3 cr
SPCH 101 Principles of Speech 2 cr
TOTAL: Select 31 of 54 cr
Electives (Recommended Courses)
ACCT 201 Principles of Accounting I 3 cr
BIOS 120 Biology and Human Concerns 4 cr
CIS 120 Intro to Computer Systems 3 cr
ENGR 103 Engineering Drawing 2 cr
MGT 215 Small Business Management 3 cr
MGT 312 Individual and Organizational
Behavior 3 cr
HEC 224 Textiles 4 cr
HIST 101 Western Civilization 3 cr
HIST 102 Western Civilization 3 cr
HIST 252 East Asian History 3 cr
HIST 253 African and Afro-American
History 3 cr
HIST 443 English History 3 cr
HIST 444 Victorian England and
After 3 cr
PSYC 111 Intro to Psychology 3 cr
PSYC 112 Intro to Psychology 3 cr
SOC 101 Intro to Sociology 3 cr
TOTAL: Select 24 of 49 cr
Costume Option
Major Requirements
THEA 221 Stage Costume Construction 2 cr
THEA 414 Advanced Makeup 2 cr
THEA 421 Basic Pattern Drafting
for Stage Costuming 3 cr
THEA 422 Period Pattern Drafting
for Stage Costuming 3 cr
IN ADDITION: Electives 8 cr
TOTAL: 18 cr
Related Areas
Same as Technical Option above
TOTAL: Select 34 of 57 cr
Electives
Same as Technical Option above
TOTAL: Select 24 of 49 cr
Mass Communication Courses
M C 119 Introduction to Mass Media 3 credits. Historical and contemporary roles of newspapers, magazines, photography, film, radio and television in society. Media economics and government regulation. Sociological and psychological effects of the mass media on the individual. F
M C 121 Reporting and Newswriting 4 credits. Fundamentals of reporting and newswriting. Elements of news, news sources, structure of news stories. Emphasis on reporting local news. PREREQ: ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR ENGL 101. F, S
M C 200 Introduction to Advertising Media 3 credits. In-depth study of newspapers, radio, TV, magazines, billboards, direct mail as advertising vehicles and their audiences. F
M C 210 History and Appreciation of Photography 3 credits. Discovery of the photographic process and its evolution to present. Analysis of many recognized masters of photography. Cross-listed as AMST 210 and ART 210. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
M C 215 Graphic Design 3 credits. Introduction to concepts and procedures of graphic design. Lectures, studio and computer exercises will explore issues in design for graphic media, typography, and design for the page. Cross-listed as ART 215. F, S
M C 230 Introduction to Photography 4 credits. Function and use of camera and darkroom. Fundamentals of composition and use of light. Students must have own camera, film, paper and some chemicals. Lab required. Cross-listed as ART 230. F, S
M C 270 Journalism History 3 credits. The development of mass media from Gutenberg to the present with emphasis on American print journalism. R2
M C 290 American Broadcasting 3 credits. Introduction to the history, structure, economics, programming and regulation of broadcasting in the United States. Cross-listed as AMST 290. PREREQ: M C 119. R2
M C 300 Television Production 3 credits. Emphasis on studio and remote television production, with exercises in basic camera operation, electronic editing, studio directing and field reporting. F
M C 305 Photojournalism 4 credits. Laboratory required. Emphasis on photographing for magazine and newspaper reproduction. Assignments designed to give students working experience making typical news and feature photos. Deadlines stressed. PREREQ: M C 230; M C 121 AND M C 210 STRONGLY ADVISED. F
M C 321 Reporting of Public Affairs 3 credits. Reporting news of local government, including police department, city council, school board, courts and other agencies. PREREQ: M C 121 OR MEDIA EXPERIENCE. D
M C 325 Editing for Print Media 3 credits. Editing, typography, layout and desktop publishing of newspapers, advertising fliers, pamphlets. Emphasis on laboratory projects. PREREQ: M C 121. D
M C 327 Magazine Article Writing 3 credits. Writing non-fiction magazine articles to the requirements of publications chosen by the student. D
M C 333 Intermediate Photography 4 credits. Individual development through personal photographic work with intensive criticism. Controlled printing techniques; the zone system. Cross-listed as ART 333. PREREQ: M C 230 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
M C 341 Public Relations Methods 3 credits. Development of news releases for print and electronic media, speeches and other tools of the practitioner. Techniques of persuasion. PREREQ: M C 121 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
M C 350 Cable Television and New Media Technologies 3 credits. Development and role of cable, home video, satellites and other video delivery systems in contemporary society. Emphasis on programming, technology, economics, regulation, industry trends and future directions. AS
M C 355 Creating Effective Advertising 3 credits. Laboratory-based exercises in creating advertising that support sales and marketing strategies. Matching of messages to media. PREREQ: M C 200 AND M C 215 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
M C 360 Film-Style Production 3 credits. Non-news film and video
production. Focuses on creative aspects of making films and
videos: sound, lighting, composition, editing, special effects,
animation, etc. PREREQ: M C 230 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
M C 397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Permission of instructor required. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
M C 405 Color Printing 3 credits. A darkroom-oriented class teaching practical applications of color theory in printing color negatives and slides. Weekly shooting and printing assignments required. Cross-listed as ART 405. PREREQ: M C 230 AND M C 333. S
M C 410 Advanced Photography 4 credits. Advanced darkroom techniques and archival concerns. Encouragement given to individuals' photographic growth. Lab required. Cross-listed as ART 410. PREREQ: ART 333 OR M C 333. F
M C 415 Advanced Graphic Design 3 credits. For students familiar with graphic design basics. Lectures and exercises explore concepts and procedures in publication design and production. Computer lab exercises focus on desktop publishing. Cross-listed as ART 415. PREREQ: M C 215. F
M C 435 Television News 3 credits. Writing, reporting and producing the television newscast. Emphasis on proper technique as well as ethical and social issues. PREREQ: M C 121, 300. D
M C 440 Media Law and Ethics 3 credits. Principles of the law of libel, privacy, copyright, obscenity, press freedom, responsibility and ethics as they apply to the news media. R2
M C 445 Editorial Writing 3 credits. Writing and producing the editorial page including fundamentals of column and opinion piece writing, syndication, letters to the editor, cartoons. D
M C 450 Television Workshop 2 credits. Practical experience producing television programs for local airing. May be repeated for a total of six credits. PREREQ: M C 300. S
M C g452 Mass Communication & Society 3 credits. Media and audiences as they relate to freedom, censorship, public opinion, propaganda, public affairs, crime and violence and other social phenomena under different forms of government. PREREQ: JUNIOR STANDING OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
M C 455 Advertising Sales 3 credits. Tactics, strategies and techniques of selling advertising. PREREQ: M C 355 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
M C g460 Corporate Video Production 3 credits. Producing for corporate, educational, home video, documentary and other non-fiction markets. Advanced production techniques. Major project required. PREREQ:M C 360 AND PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
M C 465 Alternative Photo Processes 4 credits. A darkroom-oriented course teaching three 19th century printing processes. These processes teach the student the evolution of modern materials and color theory. Cross-listed as ART 465. PREREQ: M C 210 AND M C 333. D
M C 480 Public Relations Programs 3 credits. Tactics and strategies for planning public relations programs for public and private organizations. PREREQ: M C 341 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
M C 491 Independent Projects 1-3 credits. Under direct supervision of a department faculty member, student conducts individual projects in the field of mass communication. May be repeated for a total of six credits. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
M C 497 Media Internship 6 credits. Practical experience in the media, supervised by faculty and professional journalists. Work equivalent to full time for one-half semester. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF DEPARTMENT. Open to juniors and seniors with 3.0 GPA in major course work. F, S
Speech Communication Courses
SPCH 101 Principles of Speech 2 credits. Basic course in oral communication that emphasizes the theory and practice of informative speaking, logical argumentation, persuasion, small group discussion, and interpersonal communication. Designed to explain the humanistic nature of human communication and to improve a student's ability to express ideas orally. Satisfies Goal 2 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
SPCH 111-112, 311-312 Speech Practicum 1-2 credits. Students prepare for national competition in debate and individual speaking events. In the spring students speak on timely topics to community organizations in the symposium program. F, S
SPCH 117 Oral Interpretation: Textual Analysis 3 credits. Analysis and interpretation of literature through performance. Prose, poetry and/or dramatic literature will be investigated. S
SPCH 132 Voice and Diction 2 credits. Study of pitch, rate, volume, and intensity in projecting speech. Phonetic symbols are used as the basis of acquiring skill in the use of standard American speech. Projects are designed to fit the needs of the individual. S
SPCH 208 Group Communication 3 credits. Examines the process of human communication among members of organized groups. Topics studied include the development of leadership, norms, roles, and cohesion, problem-solving techniques, and conflict management. F
SPCH 301 Business and Professional Speaking 3 credits. Speaking needs of business and professional people are determined and developed into performance oriented assignments of a practical nature. F, S
SPCH 305 Argumentation and Debate 3 credits. Study of argument, analysis, evidence, reasoning, fallacies, briefing, and delivery. S
SPCH 308 Persuasion 3 credits. Advanced theory and performance course emphasizing principles of message composition, persuasive campaigns, and methods affecting attitude change in public communication. S
SPCH 313-314 Speech Communication Internship 1-6 credits. Department approval required. Directed field experience with an approved agency. Learning contract required. BY PERMISSION ONLY. F, S
SPCH 355 Nonverbal Communication 3 credits. Explores the various dimensions of human interaction which supplement the verbal medium. Students study the dimensions of paralinguistics, time, space, form, and action, and develop an awareness of their own and others' behavior. F, S
SPCH 397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Permission of instructor required. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. F, S
SPCH g408 Communication Theory 3 credits. Examines models of social science and how these contribute to the development of communication theory. Examines a variety of communication theories in interpersonal, small group, organizational contexts. Focus on history of theory development in communication. S
SPCH g436 Rhetorical Criticism 3 credits. Study and application of various theories and methods of rhetorical criticism including Aristotelian and Burkeian principles. S
SPCH g437 Rhetorical Theory 3 credits. Principal rhetorical theories from the Greeks through the 18th century and contemporary American theorists. Writings of Isocrates, Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Quintilian, Campbell, Blair, Whately, and Burke are stressed. F, S
SPCH g440 Gender and Communication 3 credits. Course examines communication arenas from a perspective that focuses on gender and includes study of similarities and differences in female/male patterns. Topics include nonverbal, organizational, language, family and friendship. D
SPCH g441 Interpersonal Communication 3 credits. Largely theoretical course, drawing from research in social sciences as well as speech. Focuses on communication variables associated with interpersonal communication including awareness of self/others, nature/functions of language, nonverbal behavior, norms, and roles. F
SPCH g442 American Rhetoric and Public Address 3 credits. Has a dual purpose: to study the impact of rhetoric (oral and written persuasion) on major events in American history; to examine great speakers and rhetorical documents in their historical context. S
SPCH g447 Rhetoric of Hitler, Lenin, and Churchill 3 credits. Rhetorical theory and practice of these influential leaders and the impact of their persuasion. Topics include Hitler's oratory, Nazi propaganda, Churchill's wartime speeches and Lenin's rhetoric during the Bolshevik Revolution. F
SPCH g451 Recent Rhetorical Issues 3 credits. Study of the rhetoric of contemporary issues such as the Vietnam War, the Black revolution, and other current political and social topics, including the rhetoric of ongoing election campaigns. F
SPCH g452 Conflict Management 3 credits. Examines the dynamics of everyday conflicts across a variety of settings, from personal to organizational. Principles of conflict, similar across all communicative contexts, are emphasized. Theory and its application are given equal importance. S
SPCH g453 Organizational Communication 3 credits. Examines functions, forms and patterns of communication in organizations as well as effects of organizational structures and dynamics on communication. Methods of evaluating communication policies and practices as an aid to organizational management are studied. F
SPCH g491 Independent Research Projects 1-2 credits. Under the supervision of professors in the various areas of communication, students will prepare reports and carry out projects designed to promote professional growth. F, S
Communication Courses
M C 122 Practical Communication II 3 credits. Course in verbal communication with an emphasis on oral discourse, stresses clear, correct, and practical speaking and writing including interpersonal and small group communication and presentational skills. For Applied Technology students only. F, S
Theatre Courses
THEA 101 Appreciation of Dramatic Arts 3 credits. An audience-oriented course in the creative processes and aesthetic principles which guide artists of the live theatre, film and television in the shaping and reflection of human value. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
THEA 104 Theatre Graphics 2 credits. Laboratory course in the basic concepts of color design, perspective, rendering, and the application of these to the theatre. R2
THEA 111-112 Stagecraft 3 credits. Shop and crew course in building, painting, and handling scenery and properties. Required for majors. Students will form production staff and crews for university productions. Second semester includes work in scene design. F, S
THEA 191-192, 391-392 Theatre Production 1 credit each. Supervised work in theatre production. Enrollment must be approved by a theatre faculty member and does not presume casting in a given production. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits as speech and theatre activity. F, S
THEA 204 Fundamentals of Puppetry 2 credits. Study of the history and practice of the art of puppetry. Construction and staging of puppet and marionette productions will constitute part of the course requirements. R1
THEA 205 Art of the Film I 3 credits. Course examines the creative process, aesthetic principles and historical background of cinematic arts. Screening of representative films and examination of critical works and theories are included. Cross-listed as ENGL 205. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements. R1
THEA 209 Stage Lighting 2 credits. Theory and practice of lighting applied to various types of stage production. Includes operation of switchboard and participation on light crews. R2
THEA 214 Makeup 2 credits. Laboratory sessions on the technique of makeup. Includes participation on crews of university productions. R2
THEA 221 Stage Costume Construction 2 credits. Methods of assembling stage costumes. Use of various fabrics and materials will be emphasized. R2
THEA 251 Beginning Acting 3 credits. Exercises in awareness, concentration, relaxation, imagination, and character interrelationships. Includes improvisation and some scene work. F, S
THEA 252 Intermediate Acting 3 credits. Creating a character. Emphasis on movement, gesture, scene analysis, and performance. PREREQ: THEA 251, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
THEA 304 Theatre Management 2 credits. Consideration of administrative aspects of play production with emphasis on stage management, theatre management, publicity, and advertising. R2
THEA 305 Art of the Film II 3 credits. In-depth investigation of cinematic art with focus on one or more of the following: genre, historical development, aesthetics, criticism, social impact, and artists. Screening of representative films. Cross-listed as ENGL 305. PREREQ: THEA/ENGL 205, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. R1
THEA 311 Introduction to Scene Design 3 credits. Basic scene design emphasizing concepts of line, color, form, and texture; drafting techniques, perspective drawing, foreshortening, rendering, and model building will be introduced. R2
THEA g313 Theatre Background I 3 credits. Origin of the theatre and drama, from their origins through the Jacobean period. PREREQ: THEA 101, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. AF
THEA g314 Theatre Background II 3 credits. Study of the theatre and drama from the Spanish Golden Age through the "well-made play." PREREQ: THEA 101, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. AS
THEA g323 Stage Costume History and Design 3 credits. Study of clothing history and costume design from ancient times to 1800. AF
THEA g328 Stage Costume History and Design 3 credits. Clothing history and costume design from 1800 to modern times. AS
THEA 331 Materials and Methods for High School Speech Arts 3 credits. Required for teaching majors in speech and theatre. D
THEA g351 Problems in Acting 3 credits. Focuses on special acting problems such as characterization, movement, voice, pantomime, film and television acting. Content varies from year to year. May be repeated once with the consent of the instructor. PREREQ: THEA 251, 252.R2
THEA 352 BFA Studio 3 credits. Intensive process and skills training in a controlled studio environment. Lecture/survey in professional preparation and marketability for the prospective actor. Limited to BFA Acting/Directing students. PREREQ: THEA 251, 252, 351 AND PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
THEA 355 Stage Direction 3 credits. Consideration of aesthetics of dramatic production and the relationship of basic techniques of stage direction. Includes the direction of scenes and one-act plays. PREREQ: THEA 101, 111, 251, 252, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. AF
THEA 397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. F, S
THEA g412 Scenic Painting 3 credits. A study of painting techniques as used in theatrical scenery; theory, practice, and equipment will be investigated as they apply to the art of stage painting. R2
THEA 414 Advanced Makeup 2 credits. Concentrated study of characterization, care, setting, styling and application of various types of wigs. Design and construction of polyfoam prosthesis. PREREQ: THEA 214, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. R2
THEA g419 Modern European Theatre 3 credits. Continental and British theatre and drama from 1850 to mid-twentieth century. PREREQ: THEA 101, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. R2
THEA g420 American Theatre 3 credits. American theatre and drama from the beginnings to mid-twentieth century. PREREQ: THEA 101, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. R2
THEA g421 Basic Pattern Drafting for Stage Costuming 3 credits. Cutting patterns from measurements. Adjusting various patterns to designs. Alterations and fittings. PREREQ: THEA 221, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
THEA g422 Period Pattern Drafting for Stage Costuming 3 credits. Use of the basic patterns to reproduce historical costumes from the 12th century to 1950. PREREQ: THEA 221, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
THEA g424 Advanced Acting Styles 3 credits. PREREQ: THEA 355, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. AF
THEA g426 Scene Design 3 credits. Consideration of elements of design and composition, light, and shadow and period styles as applied to scenery for plays, musicals, ballet, and opera. Projects are juried. PREREQ: THEA 111, 112, 209, 311, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. AF
THEA g456 Advanced Stage Direction 3 credits. Advanced theories in techniques of stage direction including consideration of period styles. The student will direct a series of advanced projects including scenes and a full-length play. PREREQ: THEA 355, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. AS
THEA g470 Contemporary Theatre 3 credits. World drama and theatre during the two most recent decades. PREREQ: THEA 101, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
THEA g490 Practicum Theatre Arts 1-3 credits. Recital projects for advanced students in various areas of theatre arts. F, S
THEA g491 Independent Research Projects 1-2 credits. Under the supervision of the theatre faculty, students will undertake special research projects in theatre. F, S
Department of Economics
Chair and Professor: Hofman
Professor: Fouad
Associate Professors: Norman, Tokle
Assistant Professors: Benson, Stegner
Economics is the study of how business, unions and governments function in a free enterprise economy. The Economics Department offers programs leading to Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees. A student may choose an option in economic theory, or applied economics:
Economic Theory
The technical nature of economics is making it increasingly necessary for students who wish to pursue careers as professional economists, either in the public or private sector, to acquire graduate training in the subject. The economic theory major is designed to provide the preparation for future study at the graduate level. Graduate programs in Economics are quite diverse and students selecting this option should consult with their major advisor.
Applied Economics
This option is designed for students wishing to major in business economics, pre-law, political economy, or any other applied area approved by the students departmental advisor.
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science
The following courses are required in addition to the General Education Requirements for the B.A. or B.S. degree. (Recommended electives for economics majors are foreign language, mathematics and computer science.)
Option 1--Economic Theory
CIS 220 Foundations of Computer
Programming 3 cr
MATH 121 Calculus and Analytic
Geometry 4 cr
MATH 252 Intro to Statistics 3 cr
ECON 201-202 Economic Principles and
Problems 6 cr
ECON 301-302 Macro- and Microeconomic
Theory 6 cr
ECON 306 History of Economic
Doctrines 3 cr
ECON 331 Money and Banking 3 cr
ECON 334 International Economics 3 cr
ECON 338 Public Finance 3 cr
ECON 384 Quantitative Methods 3 cr
ECON 474 Current Economic Problems 3 cr
Plus 9 additional hours of upper-division courses in economics.
Option 2--Applied Economics
MATH 120 Essentials of Calculus 4 cr
OR
MATH 121 Calculus and Analytic
Geometry 4 cr
ECON 201-202 Economic Principles and
Problems 6 cr
ECON 301-302 Macro- and Microeconomic
Theory 6 cr
ECON 474 Current Economic Problems 3 cr
Plus 15 additional hours of upper-division courses in economics and a minor in an outside field.
Economics Minor
Required Courses:
ECON 201 Economic Principles and
Problems 3 cr
ECON 202 Economic Principles and
Problems 3 cr
ECON 301 Macroeconomic Theory 3 cr
ECON 302 Microeconomic Theory 3 cr
TOTAL: 12 cr
Plus 9 additional hours of upper-division courses in economics. All electives shall be selected by the student with prior approval from a Department of Economics faculty member.
Economics Courses
The following courses satisfy Goal 11 of the General Education
Requirements: ECON 100, ECON 201, ECON 202. ECON 201 and 202 are
PREREQ to all upper division courses in economics unless
otherwise specified.
ECON 100 Economic Issues 3 credits. Introduction to current economic problems as they affect such matters as inflation, unemployment, discrimination, war, peace, taxes, retirement, welfare, education, profits, poverty, pollution, and the quality of life. No PREREQ. This course may not be taken if both ECON 201 and 202 have been taken. Satisfies Goal 11 of the General Education Requirements. F, S, Su
ECON 201-202 Economic Principles and Problems 3 credits each. Introduction to economic analysis, including the structure, processes, and problems of modern economic society. No PREREQ. (ECON 201, macro; ECON 202, micro). Satisfies Goal 11 of the General Education Requirements. F, S, Su
ECON g301 Macroeconomic Theory 3 credits. Techniques of measuring aggregate economic activity including theories of general equilibrium. F
ECON g302 Microeconomic Theory 3 credits. Theory of partial equilibrium, including economics of the firm, price theory, competition, monopoly, and linear processes. S
ECON 303 Economics of Health Care 3 credits. Study of the economics of the delivery of health care services. Open to all students, especially those in pharmacy, medical arts, and the biological sciences. D
ECON g306 History of Economic Doctrines 3 credits. Survey of the development of economic thought from early times to the present, including doctrines developed by Aristotle, Aquinas, Smith, Malthus, Ricardo, Marx, Mill, Marshall, Veblen, and Keynes. S
ECON g323 Economic History 3 credits. The origin and development of modern economic institutions and the study of economic forces which have contributed to this development. F
ECON g331 Money and Banking 3 credits. Principles of money, credit, and government controls of monetary institutions. History and organization of the money and banking systems of the United States. F
ECON g334 International Economics 3 credits. Study of the principles and practices of international trade including the historical and economic background of foreign trade tariffs, foreign exchange, international finance, international balance of payments, and contemporary problems and policies in the field of foreign trade. S
ECON g338 Public Finance 3 credits. Study of government revenues, expenditures, and debt management, including an analysis of the effects of these governmental activities on the American economy. F
ECON g341 Labor Economics 3 credits. History of the American labor movement and the structure and functioning of the labor market. F
ECON g351 Business Cycles 3 credits. Introduction to national income analysis and an analytical presentation of theories of fluctuations in general economic activity. Study of the general problems involved in forecasting economic fluctuations. D
ECON 352 Environmental Economics 3 credits. An introduction to the economic principles relevant to pollution control, the use of exhaustible natural resources, and conservation. Federal, state and local policy and legislation concerning the environment is examined. D
ECON g384 Quantitative Methods of Economics 3 credits. Introductory study of the application of mathematical methods to the analysis of economic problems. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF THE INSTRUCTOR. S
ECON 397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
ECON g411 Political Economy 3 credits. A critical introduction to the relationship between economic institutions and social analysis. The social implications of different views on economic concepts, such as the division of labor, capital, and value, are investigated from a classical, neoclassical and an institutional perspective. D
ECON g433 Economic Development 3 credits. Theories and principles of economic development, characteristics, and problems of underdeveloped and developing countries, alternative techniques and policies for the promotion of growth and development. D
ECON g439 State and Local Finance 3 credits. Study of taxation, borrowing and spending by state, city, county and other local governments. Taxing and spending patterns are evaluated and compared by states. D
ECON g472 Comparative Economic Systems 3 credits. Study and comparison of the theories and practices found in various economic systems. Includes a study of both the free market and socialist planning. D
ECON g474 Current Economic Problems 3 credits. Taught jointly by the library staff and the Department of Economics. Covers the use of reference materials, research sources, and the preparation of written papers and reports on economic topics selected by the student. S
ECON g481 Independent Studies 1-3 credits. Individuals will be assigned independent problems for research under the supervision of a departmental faculty member. F, S, Su
ECON g485 Econometrics 3 credits. Identification and estimation of economic models. Statistical data analysis, asymptotic distribution theory, multicollinearity, heteroskedasticity, and auto-correlation are discussed for full, limited, and mixed estimation procedures. PREREQ: MATH 250, 252, AND 352 OR PERMISSION OF THE INSTRUCTOR. F
ECON g491-g492 Seminar 1-3 credits. F, S, Su
Department of English and Philosophy
Chair and Professor: Schow
Vice-Chair and Professor: Tate
Professors: B. Attebery, Goldbeck, W. King, Rice, F. Swetnam, S.
Swetnam, D. Walsh, M. Walsh, Wigginton Associate Professors:
Cantrill, Hellwig, Kijinski, K. King, Levenson, Wahl Assistant
Professors: J. Attebery, Engebretsen, Hamlin, Manning,
Montgomery, Myers, Schmidt Assistant Professor and Writing
Center Director: Mullin
Instructor: Spencer
The Department of English and Philosophy offers broad curricula in two humanistic disciplines. English studies include courses that treat the nature of language, courses that explore human experience as represented in imaginative literature, and courses that develop general and specialized writing skills. The philosophy curriculum examines such topics as the nature of reality and being, the ways that knowledge is acquired, and the bases for ethical choices.
These curricula serve two broad purposes: 1) they contribute to the general education, the personal enrichment and fulfillment, of students in all disciplines, and 2) they lead to degrees with majors or minors. Specifically, the department offers the B.A., M.A., and D.A. in English, the B.A. in philosophy. (Full descriptions of the graduate degree programs in English may be found in the Graduate Catalog.)
Equipped with an undergraduate degree in either English or philosophy, students are prepared to enter graduate degree programs, to pursue training in such professions as medicine, law, or religion, or to embark upon a great variety of careers in government/business/industry that demand broad, liberal perspectives and strong observational, fact-finding, analytical, and communication skills. Additionally, English majors (with proper certification) are well prepared for careers in secondary education.
Bachelor of Arts In English
Students who wish to major in English will select either the General Option or the Writing Option. Both options require completion of 45 semester hours as specified (excluding lower division composition courses--ENGL 51, 101, 103, 105, 106, 201).
Option I
General English Major
Category I Literature
(24 credits)
Required:
ENGL 211 Introduction to Literary
Analysis 3 cr
ENGL 311 Studies in Genre 3 cr
ENGL 491 Senior Seminar 3 cr
Plus one course from the following:
ENGL 251 English Literature 3 cr ENGL 252 English Literature 3 cr ENGL 253 American Literature 3 cr ENGL 254 American Literature 3 cr
Plus one course from the following:
ENGL 321 Studies in Dramatic
Literature 3 cr
ENGL 322 Studies in Poetry 3 cr
ENGL 323 Studies in Prose Fiction 3 cr
ENGL 324 Studies in Prose
Non-Fiction 3 cr
Plus two courses from the following:
ENGL 461 Classical Literature 3 cr
ENGL 462 Medieval Literature 3 cr
ENGL 463 Renaissance Literature 3 cr
ENGL 464 Seventeenth-Century
Literature 3 cr
ENGL 465 Eighteenth-Century
Literature 3 cr
ENGL 466 Early Nineteenth-Century
Literature 3 cr
ENGL 467 Late Nineteenth-Century
Literature 3 cr
ENGL 468 Early Twentieth-Century
Literature 3 cr
ENGL 469 Contemporary Literature 3 cr
Plus one course from the following:
ENGL 472 Proseminar in a Major
Literature Figure 3 cr
ENGL 473 Chaucer 3 cr
ENGL 474 Milton 3 cr
ENGL 476 Shakespeare 3 cr
Category II
Language Studies (6 credits)
Required:
ENGL 281 Introduction to Grammar 3 cr
Plus one course from the following:
ENGL 481 Advanced Grammar 3 cr
ENGL 485 Linguistic Analysis 3 cr
ENGL 486 Old English 3 cr
ENGL 487 History of the English
Language 3 cr
Category III
Writing (3 credits)
Required:
ENGL 301 Writing About Literature 3 cr
Category IV
Electives (12 credits)
Students will take 12 additional hours of English, of which at least 6 credits must be earned in upper-division courses.
GENERAL ENGLISH MAJOR TOTAL 45 cr
Option II Writing
English Major
Category I Composition and Communication
(33 credits)
Required:
ENGL 281 Introduction to Grammar 3 cr
ENGL 401 Advanced Composition
and Prose Analysis 3 cr
ENGL 410 Writing Internship 6 cr
M C 215 Graphic Design 3 cr
PHIL 200 Critical Thinking 3 cr
Plus one course from the following:
ENGL 301 Writing About Literature 3 cr ENGL 307 Professional Writing 3 cr ENGL 308 Business Communications 3 cr
Plus one course from the following:
ENGL 206 Creative Writing Workshop 3 cr
ENGL 306 Creative Writing Workshop 3 cr
ENGL 406 Advanced Creative Writing
Workshop 3 cr
Plus three courses from the following:
ENGL 431 Idaho Writing Project 3 cr
SPCH 301 Business and Professional
Speaking 3 cr
SPCH 437 Rhetorical Theory 3 cr
M C 326 Editing for Print Media 3 cr
M C 327 Magazine Article Writing 3 cr
M C 340 Publicity Methods 3 cr
M C 445 Editorial Writing 3 cr
Category II Literature
(12 credits)
Required:
ENGL 311 Studies in Genre 3 cr
Plus one course from the following:
ENGL 251 English Literature I 3 cr ENGL 253 American Literature I 3 cr ENGL 255 World Literature I 3 cr
Plus one course from the following:
ENGL 252 English Literature II 3 cr ENGL 254 American Literature II 3 cr ENGL 256 World Literature II 3 cr
Plus one course from the following:
ENGL 321 Studies in Dramatic Literature 3 cr ENGL 322 Studies in Poetry 3 cr ENGL 323 Studies in Prose Fiction 3 crENGL 324 Studies in Prose Non-Fiction 3 cr
WRITING ENGLISH MAJOR TOTAL 45 cr
Students electing the writing option will be required to minor in a discipline relevant to their professional interests.
Minors in English
Many students take English courses as electives to enhance their studies in other areas or as preparation for professional work. The Department of English and Philosophy offers three minors in English--one general minor and two specialized minors in writing--for students who wish to receive recognition for substantial training in literature and writing. Lower division composition courses--ENGL 51, 101, 105, and 201--do not count toward completion of these minors.
Option I--General Minor
Twenty-one hours of credit in English, 12 of which must be in upper division courses, including either ENGL 301 or ENGL 307.
Option II--Writing Minor
Twenty-one hours of credit in English, including ENGL 301, ENGL 487, and either ENGL 281 or ENGL 481, plus four other courses, of which at least two must be upper-division, from among the following courses: ENGL 107, 206, 306, 307, 401, 406, 485, PHIL 200.
Option III--Creative Writing Minor
A minimum of twenty-one hours of credit in English, including at least one of the following courses: ENGL 206, 306, 406; Twelve credits must be earned in upper-division courses, three of which must be a special ENGL 348 Senior Thesis Project. Each student in this option will be assigned a major advisor and a committee composed of members of the creative writing program. This committee will be responsible for evaluating the student's senior thesis, a substantial creative project in the genre of the student's choice. In addition, each student will be required to present in public performance, as appropriate, the thesis material to the community at large.
English Education Program
For the requirements of the Secondary Teaching Major in English, the Single Subject Teaching Major in English, and the Teaching Minor in English, see the descriptions in the Teacher Education Program.
Prerequisites and Standards
Students are encouraged to complete ENGL 101 (or its equivalent) before enrolling in other English courses. At least one semester of lower-division literature is prerequisite for all upper-division literature courses. In general, students may take the second half of a two-semester literature sequence without having taken the first. To graduate as an English major, or with an English minor, a student must maintain at least a 2.25 grade point average in courses within the English curriculum.
Placement in English Composition Courses
Regulations and procedures governing student placement in the composition-course sequence are summarized under General Education Requirements, Goal 1. Students should consult with the Director of Composition concerning applicability toward Goal 1 requirements of writing courses taken at other institutions.
English Composition and Language Courses
ENGL 51 Basic Writing 0 credits (3 credit equivalent). Fundamentals of spelling, punctuation, usage, and sentence and paragraph structures for students who do not meet Department standards for placement in English 101. F, S, Su
ENGL 101 English Composition 3 credits. Course in prose writing in which students will develop their ability to understand and write paragraphs and expository essays in standard edited English. F, S, Su
ENGL 103 Honors English Composition 3 credits. Open to students who achieve high scores on the Composition Placement Examination. Substitutes for English 101 toward fulfillment of Goal 1. (Students selected for Honors 103 may elect instead to take ENGL 101.) D
ENGL 105 Writing Laboratory 1 credit. Composition course designed for students who transfer from quarter-system schools and who are deficient in one or more hours in English composition credits. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF THE DIRECTOR OF COMPOSITION. F, S, Su
ENGL 107 The Nature of Language 3 credits. Elementary and nontechnical introduction to the study of language and linguistics. Topics covered include the structure of language, the evolution of language, dialects, and writing. Particular attention will be given to English. Cross-listed as ANTH 107 AND LANG 107. R1
ENGL 121 Practical Communication I 3 credits. Course in verbal communications with emphasis upon written discourse. Stresses effective and practical writing and speaking relevant to business and industry. Open only to Vocational-Technical students. F, S, Su
ENGL 201 Critical Reading and Writing 3 credits. Writing essays based on readings. Focus on critical reading; research methods; gathering, evaluating, analyzing, and synthesizing ideas and evidence; documenting material. PREREQ: ENGL 101 OR EQUIVALENT AND COMPLETION OF 30 CREDITS. F, S, Su
ENGL 206 Creative Writing Workshop 3 credits. Introduction to one or more forms of creative writing. May be repeated once with permission of the department. R1
ENGL 281 Introduction to Grammar 3 credits. An introduction to the basic grammatical principles of the English language. F
ENGL 301 Writing About Literature 3 credits. Course in prose writing in which students develop their ability to write expository and argumentative essays based on their reading of literary texts. PREREQ: ENGL 201 AND COMPLETION OF 60 CREDITS. F, S
ENGL 306 Creative Writing Workshop 3 credits. Advanced training in one or more of the forms of creative writing. May be repeated once with permission of the department. PREREQ: ENGL 206 OR EQUIVALENT. R1
ENGL 307 Professional Writing 3 credits. An intensive course covering skills and conventions pertinent to professional writing. Applications in disciplines or subjects of interest to the individual student. Especially appropriate for science, engineering, business, and pre-professional majors. PREREQ: ENGL 201 AND COMPLETION OF 45 CREDITS. F, S
ENGL 308 Business Communications 3 credits. An advanced course in conventions of business communications, emphasizing purpose and audience. Focus on style, semantics, research skills, format, persuasion, and critical analysis and synthesis of data. PREREQ: ENGL 201 AND COMPLETION OF 60 CREDITS. F, S, Su
ENGL 331 Methods in the Teaching of English 3 credits. Practical study of the objectives, problems and methods of teaching literature and composition in secondary schools. PREREQ: COMPLETION OF GOAL 1 AND NINE ADDITIONAL HOURS OF ENGLISH. F
ENGL 397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshop aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
ENGL g401 Advanced Composition and Prose Analysis 3 credits. Study of the principles of rhetoric, syntax, and semantics applicable to the analysis of written persuasive and informative discourse. Special attention will be given to problems in the teaching of writing. PREREQ: ENGL 301, ENGL 307 OR ENGL 308, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. R2
ENGL g406 Advanced Creative Writing Workshop 3 credits. Production and discussion of student writing. Study in a specific genre with emphasis on longer works. May be repeated once for undergraduate credit. PREREQ: ENGLISH 306 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. R1
ENGL 410 Writing Internship 1-6 credits. On-the-job writing experience in business, industry, or government settings. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits. PREREQ: ENGL 301, ENGL 307, OR ENGL 308 AND SENIOR STANDING. F, S
ENGL g431 Idaho Writing Project 3 credits. A National Writing Project affiliate program to aid teachers of all grade levels and all academic subjects develop skills in teaching writing. Combines composition theory and practical classroom exercises with daily writing and critiques. Su
ENGL g481 Advanced Grammar 3 credits. Study of the principles of structural and transformational grammar. Intended for the prospective teacher as well as the general student. PREREQ: ENGL 281. R2
ENGL g485 Linguistic Analysis 3 credits. Advanced course in the techniques of language analysis. Topics include sound systems (phonetics and phonology) or grammatical systems. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Cross-listed as ANTH 485 and LANG 485. R2
ENGL g486 Old English 3 credits. Intensive study of the Old English language, with attention to its intrinsic structure and its relation to Middle and Modern English. R2
ENGL g487 History of the English Language 3 credits. Study of the linguistic and socio-political changes and developments in the English Language. R2
Literature Courses
ENGL 110 Introduction to Literature 3 credits. Introduction to the critical reading of various literary genres, with attention to the interpretation and evaluation of representative texts. Satisfies Goal 7 of the General Education Requirements. F, S, Su
ENGL 115 Major Themes in Literature 3 credits. Introduction to literature through the study of one or more major themes that cross historical and cultural boundaries. Satisfies Goal 7 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
ENGL 205 Art of the Film I 3 credits. Course examines the creative process, aesthetic principles and historical background of cinematic arts. Screening of representative films and examination of critical works and theories are included. Cross-listed as THEATER 205. S
ENGL 211 Introduction to Literary Analysis 3 credits. Introduction to the methods and resources used in the study of literature. Will focus upon the terminology and concepts of critical reading through a study and application of various approaches to literary analysis. F
ENGL 212 Introduction to Folklore/Oral Tradition 3 credits. Categories, functions, contexts, and modes of transmission of folk stories, songs, proverbs, games, crafts, customs, and other traditional lore. Cross-listed as AMST 212 and ANTH 212. R2
ENGL 251-252 English Literature 3 credits each. Examination of major works and authors in historical perspective, with emphasis upon literary and cultural backgrounds. R1
ENGL 253-254 American Literature 3 credits each. Examination of major works and authors in historical perspective with emphasis upon literary and cultural backgrounds. Cross-listed as AMST 253-254. R1
ENGL 255-256 World Literature 3 credits each. Examination of major works and authors in historical perspective, with emphasis upon literary and cultural backgrounds. Satisfies Goal 7 of the General Education Requirements. R1
ENGL 305 Art of the Film II 3 credits. In-depth investigation of cinematic art with focus on one or more of the following: genre, historical development, aesthetics, criticism, social impact, and artists. Screening of representative films. Cross-listed as THEA 305. PREREQ: THEA/ENGL 205 OR PERMISSION. S
ENGL 311 Studies in Genre 3 credits. Examination of the manner in which form and techniques of composition create and delimit possibilities for literary expression. Course will include a study of the characteristics of major literary genres. S
ENGL 321 Studies in Dramatic Literature 3 credits. Study of selected works from dramatic literature of the world through an analysis of their definitive generic characteristics. R2
ENGL 322 Studies in Poetry 3 credits. Study of selected poems through an analysis of their definitive generic characteristics. R2
ENGL 323 Studies in Prose Fiction 3 credits. Studies of selected works of fiction through an analysis of their definitive generic characteristics. R2
ENGL 324 Studies in Prose Non-Fiction 3 credits. Study of selected works of non-fiction through an analysis of their definitive generic characteristics. R2
ENGL 331 Methods in the Teaching of English 3 credits. Practical study of the objectives, problems, and methods of teaching literature and composition in secondary schools. PREREQ: COMPLETION OF GOAL 1 AND NINE ADDITIONAL HOURS OF ENGLISH. F
ENGL 341 Bible as Literature 3 credits. Study of various types of literature found in the Bible, with a view of attaining greater knowledge of and appreciation for this aspect of the literary heritage. R2
ENGL 348 Independent Problems 1-3 credits. Consultation course for upperclassmen interested in problems in language and literature not adequately covered by regular offerings. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF THE DEPARTMENT. D
ENGL 353 The West in American Literature 3 credits. Survey of the literature of Western America since 1800. D
ENGL 356 Ethnic and Minority Literature 3 credits. Study of the literature dealing with specific issues and concerns relevant to one or more ethnic or minority groups. D
ENGL g455 Studies in a Major National Literature 3 credits. Studies in important literatures and cultures not otherwise covered in the curriculum. Will include literatures in translation and literature written in English outside of America and the British Isles. Cross-listed as LANG 415. R3
ENGL g456 Comparative Literature 3 credits. The analysis of ideas, problems, and techniques common to important writers of various national literatures. R3
ENGL g461 Classical Literature 3 credits. Study of the major literature of the classical Greek and Roman periods, especially in relationship to its cultural backgrounds. R3
ENGL g462 Medieval Literature 3 credits. Study of the major literature of the Middle Ages and its background, with emphasis upon the development of English literature. R2
ENGL g463 Renaissance Literature 3 credits. Study of the major literature of the Renaissance and its background, with emphasis upon the development of English literature. R2
ENGL g464 Seventeenth-Century Literature 3 credits. Study of the major literature of the seventeenth century and its background, with emphasis upon the development of English literature. R2
ENGL g465 Eighteenth-Century Literature 3 credits. Study of the major literature of the eighteenth century and its background, with emphasis upon the development of English and American literature. R2
ENGL g466 Early Nineteenth-Century Literature 3 credits. Study of the major literature of the early nineteenth century and its background, with emphasis upon the development of English and American literature. R2
ENGL g467 Late Nineteenth-Century Literature 3 credits. Study of the major literature of the late nineteenth century and its background, with emphasis upon the development of English and American literature. R2
ENGL g468 Early Twentieth-Century Literature 3 credits. Study of the major literature of the early twentieth century and its background, with emphasis upon English and American literature. R2
ENGL g469 Contemporary Literature 3 credits. Study of recent major literature and its background, with emphasis upon English and American literature. R2
ENGL g472 Proseminar in a Major Literary Figure 3 credits. Intensive study in a single major author other than Chaucer, Milton, and Shakespeare, demanding some independent study and small group participation. R1
ENGL g473 Chaucer 3 credits. Intensive study of selected works of Chaucer. R2
ENGL g474 Milton 3 credits. Intensive study of selected works of Milton. R2
ENGL g476 Shakespeare 3 credits. Intensive study of selected works of Shakespeare. R1
ENGL g490 Folklore 3 credits. Principles, content, and dissemination of orally transmitted religious beliefs and popular narrative forms in preliterate societies. Cross-listed as ANTH g490. R3
ENGL 491 Senior Seminar 3 credits. A capstone course in which
students consolidate their grasp of the discipline of English
through application of major scholarly approaches to literature.
PREREQ: ENGL 211, 311, AND 9 ADDITIONAL HOURS OF UPPER-DIVISION
ENGLISH. S
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
The purpose and value of study in philosophy is discussed above under the department introductory statement. To major in philosophy, a student must earn twenty seven semester-hour credits in the philosophy curriculum, of which the following are required.
Required Courses
PHIL 200 Critical Thinking 3 cr
PHIL 305 Greek Reason and Christian
Faith 3 cr
PHIL 450 Ethical Theory 3 cr
PHIL 460 Theory of Knowledge 3 cr
Philosophy Minor
A minor in philosophy is recommended for students seeking a liberal arts education. Required courses for the minor: any eighteen semester-hour credits elected from the philosophy curriculum.
Philosophy Courses
PHIL 151 Western Thought 3 credits. An introduction to the major thinkers and major problems in Western philosophical and scientific traditions. Sections may emphasize either an historical or problems approach. Satisfies Goal 8 of the General Education Requirements. F, S, Su
PHIL 200 Critical Thinking 3 credits. An introduction to the concepts and methods of deductive and inductive logic, with special emphasis on the use of logical methods to identify, analyze, construct, and evaluate everyday arguments. R1
PHIL 210 Introduction to Asian Philosophies 3 credits. A study of Hindu, Buddhist, and other Far Eastern approaches to topics such as immortality, time, reality, mystical experience, the divinity of the soul, the question of duty. Emphasis varies. R2
PHIL 220 Philosophical Issues in Religion 3 credits. An inquiry into the nature of religious belief, the concept of God, rational proofs of the existence of God, the religious experience, the concept of faith, the character of religious language, the meaning of myths and symbols, and the question of modern atheism. R2
PHIL 230 Contemporary Moral Issues 3 credits. An examination of moral problems that have recently arisen in such areas as health care, biological research, business administration, defense policy, and environmental protection. Emphasis varies. R1
PHIL g305 History of Philosophy: Greek Reason and Christian Faith 3 credits. Philosophical readings from the pre-Socratics to St. Thomas Aquinas. Topics include the theory of essence, human nature and happiness, the problem of evil, the relation of reason and faith. R2
PHIL g315 History of Philosophy: Rationalism and Empiricism 3 credits. Readings in philosophy from Descartes to Hegel. Emphasis on the question of the limits of human knowledge. D
PHIL g325 History of Philosophy: Modern Philosophical Movements 3 credits. Readings in philosophy of the 19th and 20th centuries. Organized to illuminate the development of particular schools of thought, including existentialism, pragmatism, phenomenology, analytic philosophy, and Marxism. Emphasis varies. R2
PHIL 397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
PHIL g400 Philosophy of Art 3 credits. Study of philosophic problems encountered in perceiving, interpreting, and evaluating works of art. Topics include the nature of a work of art, aesthetic response, expression, symbol; the nature and role of representation; the nature of interpretive and evaluative claims. R2
PHIL g410 Philosophy of Language 3 credits. Study of theories of language, with emphasis on contemporary thinkers such as Frege, Heidegger, Russell, Wittgenstein, Piaget, and Chomsky. Topics include the nature and origin of meaning, the temporal dimension of discourse, the significance of syntax, animal languages, computer languages. D
PHIL g420 Philosophy of Mind 3 credits. Inquiry into the mind-body problem and representative solutions, such as dualism, philosophical behaviorism, central-state materialism. Related topics include the self, personal identity, immortality, claims of parapsychology, mystical consciousness. R2
PHIL g430 Philosophy of Science 3 credits. A critical analysis of the philosophical presuppositions of the empirical sciences, with attention given to the wider expressions of these presuppositions in contemporary life. R2
PHIL g440 Philosophy and Literature 3 credits. Reflections on the relation between poetic and speculative discourse. Topics include forms of consciousness, temporality and narrative, metaphysics of genre. R2
PHIL g450 Ethical Theory 3 credits. Study of the nature of value claims, stressing ethical value claims; examination of the scope of reason in ethical decision-making. Applications to normative ethical theories. Related topics include human rights, justice, ethical and legal systems. R2
PHIL g460 Theory of Knowledge 3 credits. A survey of reflections on the question, "What, if anything, can we know?" Topics include knowing, believing, meaning, truth, and certainty. R2
PHIL g470 Symbolic Logics and Foundations of Mathematics 3 credits. A comprehensive study of formal methods of determining validity and of systems of symbolic logic, with attention to the philosophy of logic and the relationship between logic and mathematics. D
PHIL 480 Philosophy Tutorial 2 credits. Consultation course for seniors interested in a philosophical problem connected with their major field. Will consist of independent reading, conferences, and the preparation of a term paper. May be repeated up to 6 credits. F, S
PHIL g490 Philosophy Seminar 1-3 credits. Advanced reading and discussion on selected topics in philosophy. May be taken for credit more than once with permission of the department. D
Department of Foreign Languages
Chair and Professor: Cervantes
Professor Emeritus: Shelton
Associate Professors: Dolsen,
Nickisch, Park
Assistant Professors: Hunt, Sherman
Instructors: Frantz, Stewart
Adjunct Faculty: Denison, Zaltzman
The Foreign Language Department offers courses in French, German, Latin, Russian and Spanish. Students may study several other languages on a self-paced basis (see LANG 120). The courses serve several purposes: (1) to contribute to the general education of students by imparting an awareness of foreign languages, literatures and civilizations; (2) to meet the needs of language majors and minors; (3) to prepare future teachers of French, German, Russian and Spanish; and (4) to provide language training for students whose subsequent careers require the knowledge of a foreign language.
Two years (or equivalent) of a foreign language are prerequisites to all upper-division courses in French, German, Russian and Spanish. However, the department reserves the right to place students at a level commensurate with their knowledge of a specific language. To secure a major in French, German or Spanish, the student is required to complete at least 26 hours of courses numbered 300 or above, most of which are given in the respective language.
Prospective high school teachers may obtain teaching majors or minors in foreign languages. They should consult the Teacher Education Program in the College of Education concerning the requirements for certification. Foreign language majors and minors are expected to include in their programs the designated required courses and to attain a reasonable degree of fluency in the languages they have selected. The department maintains a modern language laboratory, which includes tapes, a record library, computers and video equipment. Its facilities are available to all language students.
General Education Requirements
Please note the following goal requirements:
The subject CLEP examination in French, German or Spanish may not be substituted for Goal 10B.
Bachelor of Arts in French, German or Spanish
Degree Requirements for French, German and Spanish Majors:
LANG 207 Contemporary European
Culture 3 cr
A two-semester (6 credit)
course sequence 6 cr
These courses must be supportive of the student's educational goals within the major in French, German or Spanish. Sequences which may well fulfill this requirement are ENGL 251-252 English Literature, HIST 325-326 or HIST 251-360-451. Other sequences may be selected. All sequences must be approved by the student's Foreign Language Department advisor.
Major in French
LANG 101-102 Elementary French 8 cr
LANG 251-252 Intermediate French 8 cr
(or equivalent high school
courses or experience)
LANG 301-302 French Conversation and
Composition 8 cr
LANG 341-342 Survey of French Literature
and Civilization 6 cr
AND:
Upper-division LANG
courses, at least 3 of which
are conducted in French 12 cr
Major in German
LANG 103-104 Elementary German 8 cr
LANG 253-254 Intermediate German 8 cr
(or equivalent high school
courses or experience)
LANG 303-304 German Conversation and
Composition 8 cr
LANG 343-344 Survey of German Literature
and Civilization 6 cr
AND:
Upper-division LANG
courses, at least 3 of which
are conducted in German 12 cr
Major in Spanish
LANG 108-109 Elementary Spanish 8 cr
LANG 258-259 Intermediate Spanish 8 cr
(or equivalent high school
courses or experience)
LANG 308-309 Spanish Conversation and
Composition 8 cr
LANG 348-349 Survey of Spanish and Latin
American Literature and
Civilization 6 cr
AND:
Upper-division LANG
courses, at least 3 of which
are conducted in Spanish 12 cr
Minor in French
LANG 101-102 Elementary French 8 cr
LANG 251-252 Intermediate French 8 cr
(or equivalent high school
courses or experience)
LANG 301-302 French Conversation and
Composition 8 cr
Minor in German
LANG 103-104 Elementary German 8 cr
LANG 253-254 Intermediate German 8 cr
(or equivalent high school
courses or experience)
LANG 303-304 German Conversation and
Composition 8 cr
Minor in Russian
LANG 105-106 Elementary Russian 8 cr
LANG 255-256 Intermediate Russian 8 cr
(or equivalent high school
courses or experience)
LANG305-306 Russian Conversation and
Composition 8 cr
Minor in Spanish
LANG 108-109 Elementary Spanish 8 cr
LANG 258-259 Intermediate Spanish 8 cr
(or equivalent high school
courses or experience)
LANG 308-309 Spanish Conversation and
Composition 8 cr
Foreign Language Courses
LANG 107 The Nature of Language 3 credits. Elementary and non-technical introduction to the study of language and linguistics. Topics covered are the structure of language, the evolution of language, dialects, and writing. Particular attention will be given to English. Cross-listed as ANTH 107 and ENGL 107. F
LANG 120 Autotutorial Beginning Foreign Language 1 credit. Self-paced autotutorial activity course using cassettes in the language laboratory. May be repeated once in the same language with different content. Available in: Egyptian Arabic, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Norwegian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and Swedish. Graded S/U. D
LANG 207 Contemporary European Culture 3 credits. European culture in French, German and Spanish-speaking countries is examined in terms of its historical bases and its contemporary expressions in customs, institutions, lifestyles, literature, art and music. Taught in English. Satisfies Goal 10A of the General Education Requirements. S
LANG 307 Foreign Language Practicum 3 credits. Students will teach fundamental language skills to elementary school children. Materials, methods, and instruction will be provided by the student. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. PREREQ: ELEMENTARY LANGUAGE COURSES OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
LANG 397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
LANG g415-416 Studies in Major National Literatures 3 credits each. Studies in important literatures and cultures not covered by regular course offerings. Will include literatures in translation and literature written in English outside of America and the British Isles. Cross-listed as ENGL 455. D
LANG g437 The Teaching of Foreign Languages 3 credits. Study of the various methods used in teaching foreign languages, the extent and scope of language courses; the selection of suitable text books; audio-visual techniques and their contribution to language instruction. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
LANG g477 Phonology 3 credits. Study of articulatory phonetics and practice in phonetic transcription of a broad survey of languages; phonological analysis and theory. D
LANG g485 Linguistic Analysis 3 credits. Advanced course in the techniques of language analysis. Topics include sound systems (phonetics and phonology) or grammatical systems. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Cross-listed as ANTH g485 and ENGL g485. R2
LANG g488 Foreign Language Seminar 3 credits. Advanced studies in selected topics from language, culture, literatures or methods of research. May be conducted in English. May be repeated up to 6 credits with different content. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
French Courses
LANG 101-102 Elementary French 4 credits each. Intended to teach students basic communication skills and grammatical structures in French and to acquaint them with the culture of the French-speaking countries. Practice in the language laboratory is required. Satisfies Goal 10B of the General Education Requirements. F, S
LANG 251-252 Intermediate French 4 credits each. Extensive review of grammatical structures and continued emphasis on developing students' communication skills in French. Contrastive study of culture as reflected in the French language. Practice in language laboratory required. PREREQ: LANG 102 OR EQUIVALENT. Satisfies Goal 10B of the General Education Requirements. F, S
LANG 301-302 French Conversation and Composition 4 credits each. Intensive practice speaking and writing French in forms and styles common to economics, politics, science, society, the arts and creative writing of the French-speaking world. PREREQ: LANG 252 OR EQUIVALENT. F, S
LANG 341-342 Survey of French Literature and Civilization 3 credits each. Comprehensive overview of the main currents of French cultural history and literature. Conducted in French. PREREQ: LANG 252 OR EQUIVALENT. AF, AS
LANG g361 Seventeenth Century Literature 3 credits. Study of representative works of the 17th century, with particular emphasis on the works of Corneille, Moliere, and Racine. Conducted in French. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. R3
LANG 401 French Current Affairs 3 credits. A study of contemporary French culture through an examination of current socio-cultural issues in French speaking countries. Conducted in French. R3
LANG g431 Twentieth Century Literature 3 credits. Study of the main currents of contemporary French literature including symbolism, surrealism, existentialism, objectivism, etc. Conducted in French. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. R3
LANG g441 Eighteenth Century Literature 3 credits. French thought as reflected in the literature from 1715 to the Revolution. Special emphasis on the works of Montesquieu, Voltaire, Diderot, and Rousseau. Conducted in French. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. R2
LANG g451 Romanticism 3 credits. Study of the Romantic prose, poetry, and drama of the period: Lamartine, Musset, Vigny, Hugo, and others. Conducted in French. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. R3
LANG g461 Realism and Naturalism 3 credits. Study of the main currents in French literature, as reflected in the works of Balzac, Flaubert, Zola, Maupassant, and other writers of the latter 19th century. Conducted in French. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. R3
LANG g471 Readings in French 2 credits. Reading, discussion, and preparation of reports on selected topics in French literature. May be repeated once with different content. Conducted in French. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
LANG g481 Independent Studies in French 3 credits. A directed project, under the guidance of an instructor, emphasizing individual study or research according to the needs of the student. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
German Courses
LANG 103-104 Elementary German 4 credits each. Intended to teach students basic communication skills and grammatical structures in German and to acquaint them with the culture of the German-speaking countries. Practice in the language laboratory is required. Satisfies Goal 10B of the General Education Requirements. F, S
LANG 253-254 Intermediate German 4 credits each. Extensive review of grammatical structures and continued emphasis on developing students' communication skills in German. Contrastive study of culture as reflected in the German language. Practice in language laboratory required. PREREQ: LANG 104 OR EQUIVALENT. Satisfies Goal 10B of the General Education Requirements. F, S
LANG 303-304 German Conversation and Composition 4 credits each. Students work toward mastery of German through readings, compositions, discussions and oral presentations. Subject matter centers on business, science, politics, and society. PREREQ: LANG 254 OR EQUIVALENT. F, S
LANG 343-344 Survey of German Literature and Civilization 3 credits each. Comprehensive overview of the main currents of German cultural history and literature. Conducted in German. AF, AS
LANG g353 German Realism and Naturalism 3 credits. A survey of the major works from Buechner to Hauptmann, with emphasis on prose fiction and drama. Conducted in German. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. R3
LANG g363 The Age of Goethe 3 credits. A survey of the major works and movements of the preclassical and classical periods in German literature. Conducted in German. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. R3
LANG g403 German Current Affairs 3 credits. Study of contemporary German culture through an examination of current socio-cultural issues in the German-speaking world. Conducted in German. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. R3
LANG g413 German Romanticism 3 credits. Selections of prose, verse and drama by leading German-speaking Romantic writers are read and discussed, and the principal literary movements of the period are considered. Conducted in German. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. R3
LANG g423 Modern German Literature 3 credits. Reading and discussion of 20th Century works by the major authors of the German-speaking world, including Kafka, Hesse, Mann, Grass and Boell. Conducted in German. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. R3
LANG g443 Survey of German Poetry 3 credits. Reading, analysis and discussion of representative examples of epic and lyric poetry from the major literary eras, with emphasis on German poetry since Luther. Conducted in German. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. R3
LANG g473 Readings in German 2 credits. Reading, discussion, and preparation of reports on selected topics in German literature. May be repeated once with different content. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
LANG g483 Independent Studies in German 3 credits. A directed project, under the guidance of an instructor, emphasizing individual study or research according to the needs of the student. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
Latin Courses
LANG 100-110 Elementary Latin 4 credits each. Intended to teach students basic reading skills and grammatical structures in Latin and to acquaint them with the culture of Ancient Rome. Practice in the language laboratory is required. Satisfies Goal 10B of the General Education Requirements. F, S
LANG 250-260 Intermediate Latin 3 credits each. Review and further study of Latin grammar. Readings from various authors. Study of one book of Vergil's Aeneid. PREREQ: LANG 110 OR EQUIVALENT. D
LANG g470 Readings in Latin 2 credits. Reading, discussion, and preparation of reports on selected topics in Latin literature. May be repeated once with different content. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
Russian Courses
LANG 105-106 Elementary Russian 4 credits each. Intended to teach students basic communication skills and grammatical structures in Russian and to acquaint them with the culture of Russian speakers. Practice in the language laboratory is required. Satisfies Goal 10B of the General Education Requirements. F, S
LANG 255-256 Intermediate Russian 4 credits each. Extensive review of grammatical structures and continued emphasis on developing students' communication skills in Russian. Contrastive study of culture as reflected in the Russian language. Practice in language laboratory required. PREREQ: LANG 106 OR EQUIVALENT. Satisfies GOAL 10B of the General Education Requirements. F, S
LANG 305-306 Russian Conversation and Composition 4 credits each. Intensive practice speaking and writing Russian in forms and styles common to economics, politics, science, society, the arts and creative writing of the Russian-speaking world. PREREQ: LANG 256 OR EQUIVALENT. F, S
LANG g475 Readings in Russian 2 credits. Reading, discussion, and preparation of reports on selected topics in Russian literature. May be repeated once with different content. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
Spanish Courses
LANG 108-109 Elementary Spanish 4 credits each. Intended to teach students basic communication skills and grammatical structures in Spanish and to acquaint them with the culture of the Spanish-speaking countries. Practice in the language laboratory is required. Satisfies Goal 10B of the General Education Requirements. F, S
LANG 258-259 Intermediate Spanish 4 credits each. Extensive review of grammatical structures and continued emphasis on developing students' communication skills in Spanish. Contrastive study of culture as reflected in the Spanish language. Practice in language laboratory required. PREREQ: LANG 109 OR EQUIVALENT. Satisfies Goal 10B of the General Education Requirements. F, S
LANG 308-309 Spanish Conversation and Composition 4 credits each. Intensive practice speaking, reading and writing standard Spanish in the forms and styles common to the media, commerce, research and the arts. Conducted in Spanish. PREREQ: 259 OR EQUIVALENT. F, S
LANG g338 Spanish Enlightenment and Romanticism 3 credits. Consideration of literary currents from the beginning of the Bourbon Monarchy in Spain (1700) until 1868. Conducted in Spanish. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. R3
LANG g339 Spanish Realism through Generation of '98 3 credits. Examination of major literary works beginning with the realist and naturalist authors and concluding with the Generation of 1898. Conducted in Spanish. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. R3
LANG 348-349 Survey of Spanish and Latin American Literature and Civilization 3 credits each. Comprehensive overview of main currents of Peninsular and Latin American cultural history and literature. Conducted in Spanish. PREREQ: LANG 259 OR EQUIVALENT. AF, AS
LANG g358 Twentieth Century Spanish Literature 3 credits. Examination of modern Peninsular letters as evidenced in poetry, the short story, the novel and the essay. Conducted in Spanish. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. R3
LANG 408 Spanish Current Affairs 3 credits. Study of contemporary Spanish culture through an examination of current socio-cultural issues in Spanish speaking countries. Conducted in Spanish. R3
LANG g418 Early Latin American Literature 3 credits. Study of major writers from the conquest to nationalism, including colonial, enlightenment, revolutionary and late 19th-century prose and poetry. Conducted in Spanish. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR.R3
LANG g419 Modern Latin American Literature 3 credits. Study of major writers from "modernismo" to the present. Conducted in Spanish. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. R3
LANG g428 Spanish Medieval through Golden Age Literature 3 credits. Examination of Medieval, Renaissance, Golden Age Literature with an emphasis on the major trends that shaped Spanish thought and letters. Conducted in Spanish. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. R3
LANG g479 Readings in Spanish 2 credits. Reading, discussion, and preparation of reports on selected topics in Spanish literature. May be repeated once with different content. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
LANG g489 Independent Studies in Spanish 3 credits. A directed project, under the guidance of an instructor, emphasizing individual study or research according to the needs of the student. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
Department of Geology
Chair and Professor: Link
Professor: Ore
Associate Professors: McCurry, Rodgers
Assistant Professors: Hughes, Moye
Instructor: Fortsch
Affiliate Associate Professor: Akersten
Adjunct Faculty: Hackett, Rawson, R.P. Smith, R. W. Smith,
Stephens, Welhan
The ISU Department of Geology is an active community of scholars consisting of undergraduate and graduate students, support and research staff, and professors. Our experience is that the undergraduate geology education at ISU is more comprehensive than at many universities across the country. Objectives of the department are to train students for professional positions or further study in all aspects of the geosciences. Most courses include field trips and hands-on experience. The ISU Geology summer field camp in Copper Basin, central Idaho, is run cooperatively with Boise State University. The field camp is nationally recognized and attended by students from universities nationwide. Numerous evening classes are offered for the general public.
The ISU Geology Department offers Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts Degrees, a Master's Degree in Geology and a Master of Natural Science Degree for teachers who desire more training in up-to-date science methods. Cooperative agreements with the Geology Departments at Boise State University and the University of Idaho facilitate transfer of undergraduate credits and degrees between the three schools. ISU has a cooperative Master's Degree programs in Geology and Applied Geophysics with Boise State University, and in Hydrogeology with the University of Idaho.
Bachelor of Science in Geology
The B.S. degree is offered for undergraduates who wish to become professional geoscientists. It is designed to give the student a broad and comprehensive view of the field of geology and a firm background in math, physics, and chemistry.
Required Courses
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I 5 cr CHEM 122 General Chemistry II 4 cr MATH 117 Algebra & Trigonometry 5 crMATH 120* Essentials of Calculus 4 cr
PHYS 211-212**General Physics 6 cr
OR
PHYS 221-222**Engineering Physics 8 cr
GEOL 106 General Geology 3 cr
OR
GEOL 109 Physical Geology 3 cr
GEOL 107 General Geology Lab 1 cr
GEOL 112 Historical Geology 3 cr
GEOL 113 Historical Geology Lab 1 cr
GEOL 211 Mineralogy 3 cr
GEOL 212 Lithology 2 cr
GEOL 311 Optical Mineralogy 4 cr
GEOL 402 Geomorphology 4 cr
GEOL 411 Petrology 4 cr
GEOL 421 Structural Geology 4 cr
GEOL 431 Invertebrate Paleontology 4 cr
GEOL 450*** Field Geology 6 cr
GEOL 452 Sedimentation-Stratigraphy 4 cr
*MATH 121 and 222 are recommended as substitutes for MATH 120. **OPTIONAL (May choose these as companions to ** courses):
PHYS 213-214 General Physics Lab 2 crPHYS 223-224 Engineering Physics Lab 2 cr
***GEOL 450 is a 5-week summer field course, usually taken between the junior and senior year. TOTAL: 43 required geology credits plus at least 4 other optional geology credits to equal at least 47 geology credits. Bachelor of Arts in Geology The B.A. degree is offered to those students who wish a less technical and broader-based liberal arts degree than the B. S. Though not adequate for those interested in becoming professional geologists, the B.A. degree is useful for future earth science teachers, environmental scientists, environmental lawyers, and others who simply want to learn more about how the earth works. The degree fulfills major requirements for secondary school earth science teachers.
Required Courses
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I 5 cr
MATH 117 Algebra &Trigonometry 5 cr
GEOL 106 General Geology 3 cr
GEOL 107 General Geology Lab 1 cr
GEOL 112 Historical Geology 3 cr
GEOL 113 Historical Geology Lab 1 cr
GEOL 211 Mineralogy 3 cr
GEOL 212 Lithology 2 cr
GEOL 421 Structural Geology 4 cr
GEOL 431 Invertebrate Paleontology 4 cr
GEOL 452 Sedimentation-Stratigraphy 4 cr
GEOL 306 Environmental Geology 3 cr
OR
GEOL 415 Quaternary Geology 4 cr
OR
GEOL 430 Principles of Hydrogeology 3 cr
TOTAL: 29 geology credits plus other geology courses to equal 36Minor in Geology
GEOL 106 or 109 General Geology 3 cr GEOL 107 General Geology Lab 1 cr GEOL 112 Historical Geology 3 cr GEOL 113 Historical Geology Lab 1 cr GEOL 211 Mineralogy 3 cr GEOL 421 Structural Geology 4 cr GEOL 452 Sedimentation-Stratigraphy 4 crIN ADDITION Geology electives approved
by the Department 4 cr
TOTAL: 23 Geology credits
Bachelor's Degrees at Other Universities
Bachelor of Science in Geophysics
Boise State University
Bachelor of Science in Geological Engineering University of Idaho
These professionally oriented degrees require several more physics, math, and engineering classes than a B.S. in geology. ISU students interested in these degrees should transfer to Boise State University or the University of Idaho after their sophomore year.
Geology Courses
GEOL 106 General Geology 3 credits. Characteristics and origins of minerals and rocks; internal processes of the earth, including volcanism and seismicity and their relationships with plate tectonics; dynamic and descriptive aspects of surface processes such as weathering, mass wasting, running water, underground water and glaciation. COREQ: GEOL 107 IS RECOMMENDED. Satisfies Goal 5 of the General Education Requirements. F, S, ASu
GEOL 107 General Geology Laboratory 1 credit. Classification and recognition of minerals and rocks, landforms on topographic maps and air photos, and analysis of geologic maps. COREQ OR PREREQ: GEOL 106. Satisfies Goal 5 of the General Education Requirements. F, S, ASu
GEOL 109 Physical Geology 3 credits. Essential physical, chemical, and tectonic concepts in earth sciences, for geology and other science majors. COREQ OR PREREQ: CHEM 121, COREQ: GEOL 107. Credit not given for both GEOL 106 and GEOL 109. F
GEOL 112 Historical Geology 3 credits. Major events in earth history; continental drift, age dating, evolution of organisms, times of extinction, mountain building episodes, episodes of world glaciation. PREREQ: GEOL 106 OR 109. F, S
GEOL 113 Historical Geology Laboratory 1 credit. Required laboratory for prospective geology majors taking GEOL 112. Topics covered include rock and mineral identification, geologic maps and cross sections, stratigraphic sections, field trips in southeast Idaho geology. COREQ OR PREREQ: GEOL 112. F, S
GEOL 115 Physical Geography 4 credits. The study of the form of the earth's surface, the hydrologic cycle, weather and climate. The global distribution of soils, animals and vegetation. Effects of climatic changes. Man's role in maintaining natural ecosystems. Laboratory exercises and field trips. Satisfies Goal 5 of the General Education Requirements. F, S, ASu
GEOL 201 Rocks, Rails, and Trails 1 credit. Interaction between geology, geography and early history of Southeast Idaho, emphasizing the fur trapping period, the Oregon and California Trails, the coming of the railroad, and early Pocatello. Field trips. Graded S/U. F
GEOL 211 Mineralogy 3 credits. Introduction to minerals and rocks, their chemical composition and their identification by physical properties. Includes fundamentals of crystallography and crystal chemistry as related to major rock-forming minerals. PREREQ: GEOL 106 OR 109, 107, CHEM 121. F
GEOL 212 Lithology 2 credits. Hand specimen and field identification of igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks. Discussion of plate tectonic settings of various rock suites. PREREQ: GEOL 211. S
GEOL g306 Environmental Geology 3 credits. Humans and the environment, industrial exploitation of fossil fuels, energy sources, soils, water and other materials, environmental health, pollution, waste disposal, hazards, disasters, land use. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
GEOL 311 Optical Mineralogy 4 credits. Use of the petrographic microscope for identification and study of minerals in transmitted or reflected light. Introduction to advanced microscopic methods. PREREQ: GEOL 211. S
GEOL g351 Geologic Illustration and Photography 2 credits. A self-paced laboratory course in preparation of geologic diagrams, color and black and white photography. Students must have their own cameras and buy their own darkroom and drafting supplies. PREREQ: GEOL 106 OR 109. Graded S/U. D
GEOL g358 Geology of North America 3 credits. Regional stratigraphy and tectonics of North America emphasizing National Parks and the Intermountain West. Graduate students will do extensive additional reading in current literature. PREREQ: GEOL 106 OR 109. AS
GEOL g370 Crystallography and X-ray 3 credits. X-ray diffraction
analysis: study of crystallography, goniometry, powder method.
Introduction to crystal structure analysis. Cross-listed as PHYS
g370, CHEM g370. PREREQ: CHEM 122. S
GEOL 397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
GEOL g402 Geomorphology 4 credits. Origin and evolution of surface features of the earth; emphasis on processes. PREREQ: GEOL 421 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
GEOL g405 Volcanology 3 credits. Aspects of physical and chemical volcanology: types of volcanoes; interpretation of volcanic deposits; properties of magma; generation, rise and storage of magma; volcanic hazards and prediction. PREREQ: GEOL 411. S
GEOL g411 Petrology 4 credits. Introductory study of the principal rock associations, their nature and modes of origin. Microscopic methods will be emphasized in the laboratory. PREREQ: GEOL 311. F
GEOL 413 Sedimentary Rocks in Thin Section 2 credits. A variety of terrigenous, volcaniclastic, and carbonate rocks will be studied. PREREQ OR COREQ: GEOL 411. F
GEOL g415 Quaternary Geology 4 credits. Use and interpretation of landforms, sediments, and fossil life in the reconstruction of Quaternary events, environment, and climates. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
GEOL g417 General Soils 3 credits. Formation, morphology, and distribution of soils, including developments in soil classification. PREREQ: GEOL 106 OR 109 OR 115 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
GEOL g420 Principles of Geochemistry 3 credits. Chemistry of the earth; a discussion of factors controlling abundance, distribution, and migration of chemical elements within the earth. PREREQ: GEOL 211 AND CHEM 122 OR 217. F
GEOL 421 Structural Geology 4 credits. Structure of the earth's crust. Investigation of behavior of materials; identification and interpretation of earth structures. PREREQ: MATH 117 OR EQUIVALENT, GEOL 452. S
GEOL g430 Principles of Hydrogeology 3 credits. Topics will include surface water and groundwater occurrence, movement and recovery, water quality and pollution, principles of well construction, and computer modeling of groundwater flow. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
GEOL g431 Invertebrate Paleontology 4 credits. Principles of biology and geology applied to the study of fossil invertebrates. Consideration is given to morphology, classification, evolution, paleoecology, and the stratigraphic significance of fossils. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
GEOL g435 Vertebrate Paleontology 4 credits. Phylogenetic history of the vertebrates outlined in the light of morphology, classification, evolution, paleoecology, and the significance of fossils. Field trips. Cross-listed as BIOS 435. PREREQ: GEOL 431 OR BIOS 314 OR EQUIVALENT. D
GEOL g440 Ore Deposits 3 credits. Nature, mode of occurrence, origin of ores with each type related to a given rock association and as the product of a particular environment. PREREQ: GEOL 411 AND 421. S
GEOL g442 Economic Mineralogy Lab 2 credits. Identification and study of economic minerals and commodities by macroscopic physical properties, x-ray diffraction and fluorescence and transmission and reflectance optical mineralogy. PREREQ: GEOL 211. COREQ: 440 IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. S
GEOL 450 Field Geology 6 credits. Five-week summer field camp, applying standard geologic field instruments and geologic concepts to a series of field problems. PREREQ: GEOL 421 AND 452. Su
GEOL 452 Sedimentation-Stratigraphy 4 credits. Principles of sedimentation from source to diagenesis; the basis of stratigraphic nomenclature, classification, and correlation of rock units. PREREQ: GEOL 112. F
GEOL g456 Geology of Southeast Idaho 2 credits. A study of the geology of Southeast Idaho, particularly its structural and stratigraphic character as it relates to thrust belt development and superposition of Basin and Range extension and Snake River Plain volcanism. PREREQ: GEOL 106. AS
GEOL g461 Applied Geophysics 4 credits. Geophysical properties of soils and rock masses; application of gravity, magnetics, electrical and seismic methods to solve geologic problems. PREREQ: GEOL 421, MATH 120 OR 222 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
GEOL g465 Petroleum Geology 3 credits. The organization, function, and methods of petroleum companies; generation, migration, and entrapment of petroleum; worldwide production and reserves; local potential; careers in the petroleum industry. Field trips. PREREQ: GEOL 112 (421 AND/OR 452 RECOMMENDED). D
GEOL 482 Independent Problems and Studies in Geology 1-3 credits. Investigation of a geologic problem chosen by the student and approved by the staff. May be repeated until 6 credits are earned. D
GEOL g491 Seminar 1 credit. Field trip or discussion of current geologic literature and geologic problems. May be repeated until 3 credits are earned. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
GEOL 493 Senior Thesis 4 credits. See "All University" courses and curriculum. F, S
Department of History
Chair and Associate Professor:
A. Christelow
Professors: Hale, Hatzenbuehler, Owens, Ruckman, Swanson
Professor Emeritus: Marley
Associate Professors: S. Christelow,
Assistant Professor: Boag
Adjunct Faculty: Hogan
Although each student must answer individually why history should be studied, the History Department has agreed on the following objectives: (1) in an age of increasing specialization, to seek a fairly comprehensive view of the human condition in the universe of time and space; (2) to seek a basic knowledge of self, nation, and world; and (3) to seek knowledge with the understanding that it will never be complete, must be continually pursued, and must be sought using a variety of methods.
To declare a major in history, a student must have sophomore standing and a grade point average of 2.0 or better.
Bachelor of Arts in History
Graduation Requirements
All history majors are required to take the following courses in addition to the General Education Requirements for the B.A. degree:
HIST 101-102 Western Civilization 6 cr HIST 121-122 Survey of U S History 6 cr HIST 291 The Historians Craft 3 cr HIST 491 Seminar 3 cr
One of these Third World Classes:
HIST 251 Latin American Civilization 3 cr
HIST 252 East Asian History 3 crHIST 254 Middle Eastern Civilization 3 cr HIST 255 African History and Culture 3 cr
Two of these upper division classes with a comparative or world history emphasis:
HIST 311 American Cultures
before 1800 3 cr
HIST 320 Renaissance Creativity 3 cr
HIST 322 Religious Reformation and
Conflict 3 cr
HIST 325 Industrialization and
Social Change 3 cr
HIST 356 Imperialism and
Progressivism 3 cr
HIST 360 The Spanish Empire 3 cr
HIST 427 American West 3 cr
HIST 429 Foreign Relations
since 1900 3 cr
HIST 435 Colonial Frontiers in America
and Africa 3 cr
HIST 439 Women in History 3 cr
HIST 446 Social & Economic History of
Greece Rome 3 cr
HIST 448 Medieval Social and
Economic History 3 cr
HIST 451 Constituting Modern Spain 3 cr
Any Three additional
300-400 level classes: 9 cr
Any two additional 200-400
level history classes: 6 cr
Total: 42 cr
(Using more than one class numbered 461, 462, or 463 in a history problem requires the permission of the History Chair.)
Minor in History
All history minors are required to take the following:
HIST 101-102 Western Civilization 6 crHIST 121-122 Survey of U.S. History 6 cr
One of these Third World Classes:
HIST 251 Latin American Civilization 3 cr
HIST 252 East Asian History 3 crHIST 254 Middle Eastern Civilization 3 cr HIST 255 African History and Culture 3 cr
Two additional 200-400 level
classes in history: 6 cr
Total: 21 cr
Teaching Majors and Minors
All students exercising this option must have an advisor in the History Department as well as in the College of Education.
Pre-Law Majors
Ron Hatzenbuehler is the pre-law advisor for the History Department. Students interested in a post-graduate legal education should consult regularly with him.
Foreign Language Recommendation
All students are strongly urged to develop a foreign language program in consultation with their advisors.
History Courses
HIST 101 Foundation of Western Civilization 3 credits. Western civilization from its roots in the Near East to the 17th century. Satisfies Goal 10A of the General Education Requirements. F, S
HIST 102 Development of Western Civilization 3 credits. Western civilization from the 17th century to the present. Satisfies Goal 10A of the General Education Requirements. F, S
HIST 121 U.S. to 1865 3 credits. Colonial origins and achievement of independence, constitutional government, national boundaries, and the preservation of the union. Cross-listed as AMST 121. Satisfies Goal 9 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
HIST 122 U.S. Since 1865 3 credits. The domestic and international development of a plural, industrial society. Cross-listed as AMST 122. Satisfies Goal 9 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
HIST 205 Problems in History 3 credits. An investigation of specific historical problems with relevance to the present day. Designed primarily for the non-history major. Problem, theme, or period varies with each course. D
HIST 221 Greece and Rome 3 credits. Social, political, economic and cultural developments of the Mediterranean world during Greek and Roman times. D
HIST 223 Medieval Europe 3 credits. The decline of the Roman Empire; the early development of the states of western Europe; the Medieval Church and the Papacy; and the industry, philosophy, science, and arts of the Middle Ages. D
HIST 225 United States Military History 3 credits. Survey of the origins and development of the U.S. military with appropriate attention to developments outside the U.S. Cross-listed as AMST 225. D
HIST 251 Latin American Civilization 3 credits. The fusion of Indian, European and African traditions with particular attention to Argentina, Brazil and Mexico. Special emphasis will be given to the impact on intellectuals of nationalism, Indianist movements and Marxism. Satisfies Goal 10A of the General Education Requirements. Su
HIST 252 East Asian History 3 credits. The origins and growth of the distinctive cultures of China and Japan; their encounters with the West and different responses to Westernization, and their roles in the modern world. Satisfies Goal 10A of the General Education Requirements. D
HIST 254 Middle Eastern Civilization 3 credits. A study of traditional Middle Eastern Civilization as a product of tensions among diverse ethnic and religious groups. Particular emphasis on the intellectual and cultural aspects of Islam, Christianity and Judaism. Satisfies Goal 10A of the General Education Requirements. D
HIST 255 African History and Culture 3 credits. An introductory survey of Africa covering traditional political systems and culture, the impact of Christianity and Islam, the economic and political intrusion of Europe, and the development of economic and political crises in contemporary Africa. Satisfies Goal 10A of the General Education Requirements. D
HIST 258 Native American History 3 credits. Assesses diversity of North American natives, their life and thought; European impact; federal policy; and natives' response to continual cultural and physical assault. Cross-listed as AMST 258. D
HIST 291 The Historian's Craft 3 credits. Takes an interdisciplinary approach to historical research. Trains students in diverse methods of inquiry and analysis. Cross-listed as AMST 291. D
HIST g311 American Cultures before 1800 3 credits. A study of American cultures prior to the arrival of Europeans, of the variety of transplanted cultures in America, and their changes over time. D
HIST g313 The Age of Jefferson 3 credits. The emergence of the American nation focusing on Thomas Jefferson and his contributions. Special emphasis on the American Revolution, nation-building, and the early years under the Constitution. PREREQ: HIST 121. D
HIST g315 Civil War and Reconstruction 3 credits. U.S. 1840-1877. The origins of the war between the states and the legacy of the war and Reconstruction for North and South. D
HIST g317 Industrialization and Reform in America 3 credits. U.S. 1877-1914. The emergence of a modern, industrialized society and its many problems; agricultural and labor protest and the challenge of new ideas in the social, economic and intellectual realms. D
HIST g319 Twentieth Century America 3 credits. U.S. 1917 to present. The major political, social, and economic developments; the Twenties; the Great Depression; the New Deal; and post World War II America. D
HIST g320 The Renaissance 3 credits. The social history of the imagination, 1300-1650. Examines comparatively the conditions promoting individual creativity in an age of significant cultural change. PREREQ: HIST 101. D
HIST g322 Religious Reformation and Conflict 3 credits. A comparative study of the development of new faith communities and the religious violence which shattered the unity of Western Christianity, 1300-1650. PREREQ: HIST 101. D
HIST g323 Old Regime and French Revolution 3 credits. A study of traditional European institutions, society, and culture from 1650 to 1789 and their transformation in the age of the French Revolution and Napoleon, 1789-1815. D
HIST g325 Industrialization and Social Change 3 credits. Impact of European and American Industrial Revolutions on diverse social groups and their ways of life, on social habits and customs, and on politics and culture. PREREQ: HIST 102 AND 122.D
HIST g326 Twentieth Century Europe 3 credits. Europe in crisis: the origins and consequences of World War I; the breakdown of the Versailles settlement; the Great Depression and the rise of the fascist states; World War II and the tensions of the Cold War. D
HIST g336 Idaho and the Northwest 3 credits. Background for the settlement of Idaho; territorial developments and statehood; Idaho in the twentieth century and its relation to the other states in the Pacific Northwest. D
HIST g352 Islam and Nationalism in the Modern World 3 credits. A study of the interaction of Islam and national and ethnic identities in the Middle East including North Africa from 1800 up to the recent past. D
HIST g356 Imperialism and Progressivism 3 credits. A study of the world 1880-1920. Movements of change within the West, Third World responses to the Western challenge, and global crisis. PREREQ: HIST 252, 254, OR 255. D
HIST g360 The Spanish Empire 3 credits. The geographic, cultural, economic, administrative and military dimensions of the encounters and conflicts among the peoples of a major global empire from its medieval beginnings to its final collapse in the Napoleonic era. D
HIST g375 Early France and the Age of Chivalry 3 credits. Tests the assumption that French culture from AD 400 to l400 epitomized the culture of the middle ages--imperialistic, romantic, religious, feudal and chivalric. D
HIST g381-g382 Russian History 3 credits. Russia from its origins through the Great Reforms and the rise of revolutionary ideas in Czarist Russia to the revolutions of 1917 and the development of Soviet Russia. D
HIST 397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
HIST g405 Problems in History 3 credits. A thorough consideration of historical problems, particularly from a comparative perspective. Designed to give deeper insight into problems, issues, and topics which are treated more generally in other courses. D
HIST g427 American West 3 credits. Comparison of various American Wests in reality and imagination; emphasis on exploration, settlement, ethnic groups, economic development, resource utilization, and cultural depiction. PREREQ: HIST 121-122. D
HIST g429 Foreign Relations since 1900 3 credits. A study of foreign relations in the twentieth century from an international perspective. Special emphasis on the impact of wars on various peoples and cultures. D
HIST g430 Environmental History 3 credits. Historical examination of the social, intellectual, cultural, ecological, and political aspects of human interaction with the North American environment from Asian migration to the present. D
HIST g435 Colonial Frontiers in America and Africa 3 credits. A comparative examination of exploration, conquest, and resistance, and the interaction of cultures in frontier settings. Examines both the realities of the frontier and their impact on Western thought and imagination. D
HIST g439 Women in History 3 credits. Shifting images and perceptions of women and women's roles, as contrasted with the realities of women's lives, with emphasis on 19th century Europe and America and the development of the movement for women's emancipation. D
HIST g443 English History 3 credits. Survey of the more important British political, constitutional, economic, and cultural developments from Anglo-Saxon times to the Victorian period. D
HIST g444 Victorian England and After 3 credits. England, 1837 to the present. An examination of the cultural, social, political, and economic history of the most prosperous and productive period of English history including British national and imperial decline in the twentieth century. D
HIST g446 Social and Economic History of Greece and Rome 3 credits.Investigates ways in which geography, demography and politics affected the mentalities and behaviors of social groups--women, patrons, clients and slaves--and the functioning of households, villages and cities. D
HIST g448 Medieval Social and Economic History 3 credits. Analyzes the impact of political instability, migration and environment upon European women and men from roughly AD 400 to l400 and their economic responses. D
HIST g451 Constituting Modern Spain 3 credits. Comparative study of Spaniards' attempts to create a constitutional regime that would provide a stable political framework in the face of serious religious, national, and class divisions, 1810 to the present. PREREQ: HIST 102. D
HIST g461-g462-463 Independent Study 1-3 credits. Selected readings in areas and periods not covered by the regular curricu- lum offerings. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
HIST g491 Seminar 3 credits. Reading, discussion, and preparation of research papers on selected topics. (For seniors majoring in history.) PREREQ: HIST 291 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
Humanities Courses
HUM 101 Introduction to the Humanities 3 credits. An interdisciplinary course examining the relationship between the arts from the Classical Age through the Enlightenment. Humanities 101 and 102 together satisfy Goals 6 and 7 of the General Education Requirements. D
HUM 102 Introduction to the Humanities 3 credits. An interdisciplinary course examining the relationship between the arts from the nineteenth to the twentieth century. Humanities 101 and 102 together satisfy Goals 6 and 7 of the General Education Requirements. D
HUM 301 Issues in the Humanities 1-4 credits. Designed to demonstrate the interdisciplinary approach to our culture through the study of at least two related disciplines in the arts and humanities. Issue, theme, or historical period studied varies with each course offering. Maximum 8 credits. D
HUM 402 Seminar in Humanities 2-4 credits. A seminar using interdisciplinary methodology to explore particular, designated issues in the humanities. Maximum 8 credits. D
Program in International Studies
Director and Professor: Foster
The International Studies Program offers to students an opportunity to expand their cultural, linguistic, and social horizons beyond their own local experience. As the world becomes increasingly interdependent it demands of all of us an expanded knowledge of other people, their social and political institutions, and their culture. The program leads to a B.A. in International Studies. There is no B.S. option. The International Studies Program encourages students to develop a general understanding of language, culture, economics, and politics while simultaneously offering the opportunity to specialize in one of three areas:
General Requirements
The following courses may be taken as part of the general education requirements of the University:
The major in International Studies, in addition to the general requirements stated above, requires thirty-seven (37) credits distributed in the following categories:
Required Courses
Nine (9) credits:
P S 221 Introduction to
International Relations 3 cr
I S 200 Simulation (May be
repeated once) 1 cr
I S 400 Simulation (May be
repeated once) 1 cr
I S 493 Senior Thesis 4 cr
Areas of Concentration Eighteen (18) credits.
Students must complete eighteen (18) credits to be chosen from within one of the following options.
Option 1: Political and Economic Development
This option has as its focus the issues of political and economic development in those parts of the world which at once seek the possibility of change and are threatened by change. Eighteen credits are to be selected from the following list and approved by your advisor. No more than nine (9) of the required eighteen (18) credits are to be taken from any one department's offerings.
Anthropology
ANTH 250 Comparative Social
Organization 3 cr
ANTH 402 Cultural Ecology 3 cr
Economics
ECON 334 International Economics 3 cr
ECON 433 Economic Development 3 cr
ECON 472 Comparative Economic
Systems 3 cr
History
HIST 251 Latin American Civilization 3 cr
HIST 252 East Asian History 3 cr
HIST 254 Middle Eastern Civilization 3 cr
HIST 255 African History and Culture 3 cr
HIST 352 Islam and Nationalism in the
Modern World 3 cr
HIST 356 Imperialism and
Progressiveism 3 cr
HIST 381-382 Russian History 6 cr
Political Science
POLS 331 Comparative Politics: Framework
for Analysis 3 cr
POLS 332 Comparative Politics: Change and
Political Order 3 cr
POLS 433 Politics of Developing Nations 3 cr
Sociology
SOC 364 Industry and Society 3 cr
Option 2: Language, Literature, and Culture
This option is for those wishing to study the language, literature, and culture of societies other than the United States. It is limited to concentrations in German, French, and Spanish. No more than twelve (12) of the required eighteen (18) credits may be taken from the offerings of a single department.
French
LANG 301, 302 French Conversation and
Composition 8 cr
LANG 341, 342 Survey of French Literature
and Civilization 6 cr
LANG 361 Seventeenth Century
Literature 3 cr
LANG 401 French Current Affairs 3 cr
LANG 431 Twentieth Century Literature 3 cr
LANG 441 Eighteenth Century Literature 3 cr
LANG 451 Romanticism 3 cr
LANG 461 Realism and Naturalism 3 cr
LANG 471 Readings in French 2 cr
LANG 481 Independent Studies in
French 3 cr
HIST 255 African History and Culture 3 cr
HIST 323 Old Regime and French
Revolution 3 cr
HIST 325 Industrialization and Social
Change 3 cr
HIST 326 Twentieth Century Europe 3 cr
German
LANG 303, 304 German Conversation and
Composition 8 cr
LANG 343, 344 Survey of German Literature
and Civilization 6 cr
LANG 353 German Realism and
Naturalism 3 cr
LANG 363 The Age of Goethe 3 cr
LANG 403 German Current Affairs 3 cr
LANG 413 German Romanticism 3 cr
LANG 423 Modern German Literature 3 cr
LANG 443 Survey of German Poetry 3 cr
LANG 473 Readings in German 2 cr
LANG 483 Independent Studies in
German 3 cr
HIST 325 Industrialization and Social
Change 3 cr
HIST 326 Twentieth Century Europe 3 cr
Spanish
LANG 308, 309 Spanish Conversation and
Composition 8 cr
LANG 338 Spanish Enlightenment and
Romanticism 3 cr
LANG 339 Spanish Realism Through
Generation of '98 3 cr
LANG 348, 349 Survey of Spanish and Latin
American Literature and
Civilization 6 cr
LANG 358 Twentieth Century Spanish
Literature 3 cr
LANG 408 Spanish Current Affairs 3 cr
LANG 418 Early Latin American
Literature 3 cr
LANG 419 Modern Latin American
Literature 3 cr
LANG 428 Spanish Medieval through
Golden Age Literature 3 cr
LANG 479 Readings in Spanish 2 cr
LANG 489 Independent Studies in
Spanish 3 cr
HIST 251 Latin American Civilization 3 cr
HIST 360 The Spanish Empire 3 cr
HIST 451 Constituting Modern Spain 3 cr
Additional Courses:
ENGL 455 Studies in a Major National
Literature 3 cr
(Cross-listed as LANG 415)
ENGL 456 Comparative Literature 3 cr
LANG 107 Nature of Language 3 cr
(Cross-listed as ANTH 107
and ENGL 107) LANG 207
Contemporary European
Culture 3 cr
LANG 305,306 Russian Conversation and
Composition 8 cr
Option 3: The United States and World Affairs
This option is for those students whose primary interest is in American foreign policy and national security affairs. No more than twelve (12) of the required eighteen (18) credits may be taken from the offering of a single department.
Economics
ECON 334 International Economics 3 cr ECON 338 Public Finance 3 cr
History
HIST 225 United States Military History 3 cr HIST 429 Foreign Relations Since 1900 3 cr
Political Science
POLS 326 Recent American Foreign
Policy 3 cr
POLS 403 The Presidency 3 cr
POLS 404 The Legislative Process 3 cr
POLS 425 Topics in International
Politics 3 cr
(in consultation with your
advisor and when the topic
relates to American foreign
policy)
POLS 453 Public Policy Analysis 3 cr
Electives
Ten (10) credits to be selected from either courses listed in Options 1, 2, and 3 and not taken to fulfill the requirements for one of those options; or the courses listed below; or a mixture of option courses and those listed here.
History
HIST 356 Imperialism and Progressivism 3 cr
HIST 381, 382 Russian History 6 cr
HIST 435 Colonial Frontiers in America
and Africa 3 cr
HIST 443 English History 3 cr
HIST 444 Victorian England and After 3 cr
International Studies
I S 200 Simulation 1 cr
I S 300 Travel and Study Abroad 3 cr
(May be repeated once for
a total of 6 cr)
I S 301 Seminar: the International
World 1-3 cr
Selected topics of inter-
national interest. Offered
for visiting international
study groups and ISU
students (May be
repeated once)
I S 350 The International Symposium 1 cr
(May be repeated up to a
total of 3 cr)
I S 400 Simulation 1 cr
Political Science
POLS 425 Topics in International
Politics 3 cr
(May be repeated to a
maximum of 6 cr)
Speech
SPCH 447 Rhetoric of Hitler, Lenin,
and Churchill 3 cr
SPCH 452 Conflict Management 3 cr
Business
MGT 465 International Business 3 cr MKTG 465 International Marketing 3 cr
Minor in International Studies
General Requirements
In addition to the General Requirements, students wishing to minor in International Studies must complete twenty-three (23) credits as detailed under Required Courses and Electives below.
Required Courses
POLS 221 Introduction to International
Relations 3 cr
I S 200 Simulation 1 cr
I S 400 Simulation 1 cr
Electives
Eighteen (18) credits selected from any of the courses listed in the categories ([1] Required Courses, [2] Areas of Concentration, and [3] Electives) under Major Requirements.
International Studies Courses
I S 200 Simulation 1 credit. Preparation for, and participation in, a simulation of international affairs. Required for International Studies majors and minors. May be repeated once for a maximum of two (2) credits. F, S
I S 300 Travel and Study Abroad 3 credits. Travel and study abroad through student exchange programs and other supervised experiences. May be repeated once for a total of six (6) credits. F, S
I S 301 Seminar: the International World 1-3 credits. Selected topics of international interest. Offered for visiting student study groups and ISU students. May be repeated once. F, S
I S 350 International Symposium 1-3 credits. Participation in organizing the annual Frank Church International Symposium and attendance at the sessions. May be repeated twice. F, S
I S 397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshop aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
I S 400 Simulation 1-2 credits. Preparation for, and participation in, a simulation of international affairs. Required for International Studies majors and minors. May be repeated once. F, S
I S 493 Senior Thesis 4 credits. International Studies majors will write and present a senior thesis under direction of one of the faculty affiliated with the International Studies Program. F, S
Department of Mathematics
Chair and Associate Professor: Ford
Assistant Chair and Professor: Egger
Professors: R. Hill, Kratz
Associate Professors: Cresswell, Fisher,
L. Hill, Huotari, Lang, Lay, Parker, Stowe
Assistant Professors: Bernstein, Bosworth, Chang, Driessel,
Laquer, Wolper
The Bachelor of Science program is designed to prepare students to take positions in industry, to pursue graduate training, or to enter the teaching profession. The Computer Science Emphasis option to the Bachelor of Science degree is intended to provide the basic skills in computer science in addition to a strong mathematics background. Both programs allow some flexibility in course work which necessitates close cooperation with a mathematics department advisor who should be selected early in the student's career. It is assumed that all students registered in mathematics courses numbered 300 or above have learned (a) at least one computer language and (b) introductory material in abstract mathematics, as in MATH 287.
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
Required Courses
MATH 280 FORTRAN 2 cr MATH 287 Discrete Structures 3 cr MATH 326 Elementary Analysis 3 cr MATH 330 Linear Algebra 3 cr MATH 331 Modern Algebra 3 cr MATH 360 Differential Equations 3 cr
Plus one of the following two courses:
MATH 327 Vector Analysis 3 cr MATH 332 Modern Algebra 3 cr
Plus two of the following three sequences:
MATH 423-424 Intro to Real Analysis 6 crMATH 441-442 Intro to Numerical Analysis 6 cr
MATH 450-451 Probability and Statistics 6 cr
Plus 3 credits of 400-level mathematics coursework.
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
with a Computer Science Emphasis
Required Courses
MATH 330 Linear Algebra 3 cr MATH 360 Differential Equations 3 crC S 181-182 Intro to Computer Science
and Programming 6 cr
C S 283-284 Intro to Computer Systems 6 cr
C S 385-386 Data Structures and Algorithm
Analysis 6 cr
C S 487 Topics in Computer Science 3 cr
C S 488 Senior Project 3 cr
Plus two of the following five sequences, at least one of which must be a 400-level sequence:
MATH 331-332 Modern Algebra 6 cr MATH 355-356 Operations Research 6 cr MATH 423-424 Intro to Real Analysis 6 crMATH 441-442 Intro to Numerical Analysis 6 cr
MATH 450-451 Probability and Statistics 6 cr
Plus 6 credits of 300-level or 400-level Mathematics coursework.
Mathematics Minor
In addition to the regular college courses in analytic geometry and calculus, the required courses are:
MATH 280 FORTRAN 2 cr MATH 330 Linear Algebra 3 cr MATH 360 Differential Equations 3 cr
Plus any pair from:
MATH 326,327 Elementary Analysis, Vector
Analysis 6 cr
MATH 331-332 Modern Algebra 6 cr
MATH 441-442 Introduction to Numerical
Analysis 6 cr
MATH 450-451 Probability and Statistics 6 cr
Mathematics Courses
Students seeking placement into mathematics courses at Idaho State University are advised as follows: Students may register for MATH 120, 121, 140, 230, 250, or 252 with two years of high school algebra AND any one of the following: (a) a mathematics ACT score of 25, (b) a mathematics SAT score of 520, (c) a CLEP algebra score of 55, (d) a score of 10 or higher on Part C of the Mathematics Placement Exam; OR (e) a passing grade in MATH 111/117. Students wishing placement in classes past MATH 121, such as MATH 222, 223, 360, etc. will be placed on an individual basis.
Students who do not qualify for those courses may register for
MATH 111/117 after meeting either of the following
prerequisites: (a) scoring 11 or higher on part B of the
Mathematics Placement Exam (which indicates a working knowledge
of 8th or 9th grade algebra) OR (b) passing MATH 51.
Students who do not qualify for MATH 111/117 should register for (a) MATH 51 with a score of 9 or greater on Part A of the Mathematics Placement Exam, OR (b) MATH 50 with a score of 8 or less on Part A.
The Mathematics Department Placement Exam is administered at the Academic Skills Center (phone ext. 3662).
MATH 50 Developmental Mathematics 0 credits (4 credit equivalent). Arithmetic of whole numbers, fractions, decimals; ratios and proportions; percents; signed numbers, and linear equations. For students who do not achieve a score on the Placement Examination sufficient to enter MATH 51. Graded S/U. F, S
MATH 51 Developmental Algebra 0 credits (4 credit equivalent). Linear equations, factoring, graphing, inequalities, functions, systems of equations, rational expressions, radicals, quadratic equations. For students who do not achieve a score on the Placement Examination sufficient to enter MATH 111 or MATH 117. Graded S/U. F, S, Su
MATH 111 Algebra 4 credits. Real and complex numbers, functions, equations, inequalities, polynomials, rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, systems of equations. Credit cannot be granted in both 111 and 117. PREREQ: AN APPROPRIATE SCORE ON THE DEPARTMENTAL PLACEMENT EXAMINATION. F, S, Su
MATH 112 Trigonometry 1 credit. Only for students with algebra equivalent to 111 without trigonometry. Students desiring both algebra and trigonometry should take 117. Credit cannot be granted in both 112 and 117. PREREQ: MATH 111 OR AN APPROPRIATE SCORE ON THE DEPARTMENTAL PLACEMENT EXAMINATION. F, S
MATH 117 Algebra and Trigonometry 5 credits. Unified treatment
of algebra and trigonometry, equivalent to 111 and 112. Credit
cannot be granted in both 117 and 111, or in both 117 and 112.
PREREQ: AN APPROPRIATE SCORE ON THE DEPARTMENTAL PLACEMENT
EXAMINATION. F, S
MATH 120 Essentials of Calculus 4 credits. Course in differential and integral calculus designed primarily for students in biological sciences, social sciences, business, education, and humanities. PREREQ: SATISFACTORY SCORE EARNED IN MATH 111 OR PLACEMENT EXAMINATION OR CLEP (MATH) EXAMINATION. Satisfies Goal 3 of the General Education Requirements. F, S, Su
MATH 121 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I 4 credits. First
course of a sequence: 121, 222, 223. Real-valued functions of
one real variable: limits, continuity, derivatives, integrals.
PREREQ: MATH 117 OR EQUIVALENT. Credit cannot be granted for
both MATH 120 AND MATH 121. F, S, Su
MATH 140 Mathematics in the Modern World 3 credits. Survey of the historical development of mathematics for the description and solution of problems. May include topics from geometry, combinatorics, logic, computers, matrices, calculus, biographies of famous mathematicians. PREREQ: SATISFACTORY SCORE EARNED IN MATH 111 OR PLACEMENT EXAMINATION OR CLEP (MATH) EXAMINATION. Satisfies Goal 3 of the General Education Requirements. F, S, Su
MATH 209 Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers 4 credits. Investigates mathematical concepts relevant to teaching mathematics in the elementary schools. PREREQ: MATH 111 OR EQUIVALENT. F, S, Su
MATH 222 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II 4 credits. Continuation of 121. Techniques of integration, infinite series, plane curves and polar coordinates, functions of several variables, partial derivatives. PREREQ: MATH 121. F, S
MATH 223 Calculus and Analytic Geometry III 4 credits. Continuation of 222. More about functions of several variables, multiple integration, introduction to vector calculus. PREREQ: MATH 222. F, S
MATH 230 Introduction to Linear Algebra 2 credits. Vector algebra and geometry in 3-space, systems of linear equations, real n-space, linear transformations, determinants, eigenvalues. PREREQ: MATH 111 OR EQUIVALENT. F, S
MATH 250 Finite Mathematics 4 credits. Introduction to probability, linear systems, inequalities, and linear programming. Applications directed to non-physical science areas. PREREQ: SATISFACTORY SCORE EARNED IN MATH 111 OR PLACEMENT EXAMINATION OR CLEP (MATH) EXAMINATION. Satisfies Goal 3 of the General Education Requirements. D
MATH 252 Introduction to Statistics 3 credits. Introduction to statistical methods and techniques as applied to the behavioral, biological, social, and managerial sciences. PREREQ: SATISFACTORY SCORE EARNED IN MATH 111 OR PLACEMENT EXAMINATION OR CLEP (MATH) EXAMINATION. Satisfies Goal 3 of General Education Requirements. F, S, Su
MATH 280 FORTRAN 2 credits. Introduction to scientific programming in FORTRAN with emphasis on good structuring. PREREQ: MATH 117 OR EQUIVALENT. F, S
MATH 287 Discrete Structures 3 credits. An introduction to discrete structures. Material covered will include sets, propositions, proofs, functions and relations, equivalence relations, quantifiers, Boolean algebras, graphs. Cross-listed as C S 287. PREREQ: MATH 120 OR MATH 121. F, S
MATH 315 Mathematical Methods in Secondary Schools 3 credits. Designed for prospective teachers of junior and senior high school mathematics. Topics include curriculum, the teaching of special subject matter, teaching aids, the history of mathematics, and the evaluation of recent curriculum improvement studies. PREREQ: MATH 222 AND EITHER MATH 230 OR MATH 250. S
MATH g326 Elementary Analysis 3 credits. Rigorous calculus on real line. Completeness, compactness and connectedness. Continuity, images of compact and connected sets. Series, uniform convergence. Differentiability, inverse functions, chain rule. Integration, fundamental theorem, improper integrals. PREREQ: MATH 223 AND MATH 287. S
MATH g327 Vector Analysis 3 credits. Calculus of vector functions of several variables, derivative matrix, chain rule, inverse function theorem, multiple integration. Change of variables. Integrals over curves and surfaces. Green's, Stokes' and divergence theorems. Applications to physics. PREREQ: MATH 223. F
MATH g330 Linear Algebra 3 credits. Fields, vector spaces, linear transformations and matrices, triangular and Jordan forms, eigenvalues, dual spaces and tensor products, bilinear forms, inner product spaces. PREREQ: MATH 222 AND MATH 230. F, S
MATH g331-g332 Modern Algebra 3 credits each. Rings, fields, groups, algebras, and selected topics in abstract algebra. PREREQ: MATH 287 AND MATH 330. F, S
MATH g340 Computer Graphics Software 3 credits. Matrix and other data structures. Geometry of 2D and 3D as required for isometric and perspective drawing. Includes spline interpolation, least-squares approximation, and patches. PREREQ: MATH 222 AND MATH 280 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
MATH g343 Modern Geometry 3 credits. Projective, Euclidean, and non-Euclidean geometries from an axiomatic point of view. PREREQ: MATH 222 AND EITHER MATH 230 OR MATH 330. F
MATH g352 General Statistics 3 credits. Reviews some essential material from a first course in applied statistics and proceeds to additional statistical techniques; estimation, testing hypotheses, regression and correlation, analysis of variance, and non-parametric statistics. Oriented toward the behavioral, social, and managerial sciences. PREREQ: MATH 250 OR MATH 252, OR EQUIVALENT. D
MATH g355 Operations Research 3 credits. Deterministic problems in operations research oriented towards business. Includes linear programming, transportation problems, network analysis, PERT, dynamic programming, and elementary game theory. PREREQ: MATH 230 OR MATH 250, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. AF
MATH g356 Operations Research II 3 credits. Probabilistic models oriented towards business are treated. Selections from stochastic processes, Markov chains, queuing theory, inventory theory, reliability, decision analysis and simulation. PREREQ: MATH 355. AS
MATH g360 Differential Equations 3 credits. Theory and applications of ordinary differential equations. PREREQ: MATH 222 AND MATH 230 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
MATH g421 Advanced Engineering Mathematics I 3 credits. Cross-listed as Engineering g421. Analysis of complex linear and non-linear engineering systems using advanced techniques, including Laplace transforms, Fourier series and classical partial differential equations. PREREQ: MATH 360, ENGR 264. F
MATH g422 Advanced Engineering Mathematics II 3 credits. Cross-listed as Engineering g422. Analysis of complex linear and non-linear engineering systems using advanced techniques, including probability and statistics, advanced numerical methods and variational calculus. PREREQ: ENGR 421 or MATH 421. S
MATH g423-g424 Introduction to Real Analysis 3 credits each. The real number system, limits, sequences, series and convergence; metric spaces; completeness; and selected topics on measure and integration theory. PREREQ: MATH 287, MATH 326, MATH 330 AND MATH 360. F, S
MATH g435 Elementary Number Theory 3 credits. Diophantine equations, prime number theorems, residue systems, theorems of Fermat and Wilson, and continued fractions. PREREQ: MATH 331. D
MATH g441 Introduction to Numerical Analysis 3 credits. Introduction to numerical techniques for solving problems dealing with non-linear equations, systems of linear equations, differential equations, interpolation, numerical integration, and differentiation. PREREQ: MATH 326 AND MATH 360 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
MATH g442 Introduction to Numerical Analysis 3 credits. Extension of MATH 441 for students who wish to pursue more advanced techniques with emphasis on analysis. Typical topics covered include numerical methods applied to partial differential equations, integral equations, and in-depth treatment of topics covered in MATH 441. PREREQ: MATH 441. S
MATH g450-g451 Probability and Statistics 3 credits each. MATH 450 includes discrete and continuous random variables, central limit theorem and some special distributions. Other topics may include Markov chains, branching processes, and random walks. MATH 451 includes interval and point estimation with emphasis on sufficient statistics, testing hypotheses, including uniformly most powerful tests, sequential probability ratio tests, Chi square tests, analysis of variance, regression analysis, tests for independence, and non-parametric methods. Applications to the physical, social and biological sciences will be stressed. PREREQ: MATH 223. F, S
MATH g462 Introduction to Complex Variables 3 credits. Introduction to the study of functions of a complex variable including analytic functions, power series, integral theorems, and applications. PREREQ: MATH 360 AND EITHER MATH 326 OR MATH 421. D
MATH g465 Partial Differential Equations 3 credits. Equations of the first and second orders, methods of solution, Laplace's equation, heat equation, and wave equation. Emphasis on applications in physical sciences and engineering. PREREQ: MATH 360 AND EITHER MATH 326 OR MATH 421. D
MATH g473 Introduction to Topology 3 credits. Metric spaces; convergence; notions of continuity; connected, separable and compact spaces. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
MATH g481 Special Problems 1-3 credits. Reading and conference in an area not usually covered by a regular offering. Individual work under the supervision and guidance of a professor whose specialty includes the chosen area. Open to seniors and graduate students in good standing and with consent of the instructor. May be repeated until 6 credits are earned. D
MATH g491 Mathematics Seminar 1-3 credits. Advanced reading and discussion on selected topics in mathematics. May be taken for credit more than once. PREREQ: SENIOR STANDING OR EQUIVALENT. D
Computer Science Courses
C S 181 Introduction to Computer Science and Programming I 3 credits. Problem solving methods and algorithm development in Pascal or other programming language with an emphasis on programming style. COREQ: MATH 120 OR MATH 121. F, S
C S 182 Introduction to Computer Science and Programming II 3 credits. Continuation of C S 181, including such topics as data structures, sorts, searches, recursion, and string processing. PREREQ: C S 181 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
C S 282 Advanced Computer Programming 3 credits. Further supervised programming experience, including use of a Unix Operating System and a modern language such as C or Ada. PREREQ: C S 182 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
C S 283 Introduction to Computer Systems I 3 credits. Basic concepts of computer systems with an introduction to computer architecture and assembly language programming. PREREQ: C S 182 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
C S 284 Introduction to Computer Systems II 3 credits. Survey of operating systems and their relation to computer architecture. PREREQ: C S 282 AND C S 283 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
C S 287 Discrete Structures 3 credits. An introduction to discrete structures. Material covered will include sets, propositions, proofs, functions and relations, equivalence relations, quantifiers, Boolean algebras, graphs. Cross-listed as MATH 287. PREREQ: MATH 120 OR MATH 121. F, S
C S 385 Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis I 3 credits. Analysis and design of non-numeric algorithms which act on data structures. PREREQ: C S 282 AND EITHER C S 287 OR MATH 330. F
C S 386 Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis II 3 credits. Continuation of C S 385. PREREQ: C S 385. S
C S 487 Topics in Computer Science 3 credits. Selected topics in Computer Science will be chosen depending on the instructor's interests. PREREQ: C S 386 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D C S 488 Senior Project 3 credits. Design, implementation and testing of a large program. PREREQ: C S 386 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
Museum
Director: Holmer
Professors and Curators: Holte,
Keller, Trost
Associate Professor and
Curator: Akersten
Assistant Professors and Curators: Lohse, Peterson
Adjunct Curator: Sommer
Museum Courses
MUSE g411 Basic Museology 2 credits. History, philosophy, purposes, organization and administration of museums. Practical work in collections management and museum interpretation. D
MUSE g450 Independent Study in Museum Methods 1-3 credits. Individual projects based on student's background and interests. Could include, but not limited to, advanced work in collections management, exhibit design and construction, museum education, or administration. May be repeated up to 6 credits. PREREQ: MUSE 411 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
Department of Music
Chair and Professor: Stanek
Professor: T. George
Assistant Professors: Brooks, Earles, Remy, Swansbourne
Instructor: Anderson
Adjunct Instructors: Attebery, Barte, Blackburn, P. George,
Hoffmann, Knutson, O'Brien, Redd, Snyder
The Department of Music offers programs leading to Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Music Education degrees. Students who major in music take courses that provide a broad cultural background for careers in music teaching, performance, graduate study and music-related work. Membership in organized music groups, Symphonic Band, Symphony Orchestra, Concert Choir, Idaho State Chorale, Jazz Band, Chamber Choir, Opera Workshop and a variety of small woodwind, brass, percussion, string, vocal and keyboard ensembles, is open to all university students.
Accreditation
The ISU Department of Music is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music. Its music education program is also accredited by regional and state accrediting agencies.
Admission
All prospective music majors/minors and transfer students must contact the department office prior to their first semester's registration to be assigned a departmental advisor and take diagnostic placement tests and performance auditions. Acceptance as a music major/minor is dependent upon these examinations. Examinations should be taken before or during the week preceding classwork.
Performance Auditions
These auditions will include technique demonstration and repertoire performance.
Theory Placement Exam
This exam will determine the specific semester of music theory to which a student will be assigned. Piano Placement Exams These tests serve to determine the specific semester and section of class piano or private instruction to which a student will be admitted. All music majors must successfully complete the department's required piano proficiency to graduate. Credits in MUSC 118-119, 218-219, or 120 may be used toward passing the piano proficiency. The student must register for piano or piano class each semester until passing the proficiency exam.
Music Department Handbook
A handbook is available from the department chairperson which describes more completely the facilities, policies, course sequencing and departmental operations. Prospective students and music majors/minors are urged to become familiar with its contents.
Bachelor of Music
The Bachelor of Music degree is designed for students preparing for careers in performance and graduate study. The degree is offered with majors in voice, orchestral instruments and keyboard instruments.
Basic Non-Music Requirements
English Composition 6 cr Foreign Language (French and/or German) 8 cr(Voice majors are strongly encouraged
Social Sciences 12 cr Natural Sciences 8 cr(including at least one laboratory course) Humanities (not counting foreign language
or music) 4 cr(Speech 101 recommended)
Electives (other than music) 9 cr
TOTAL: 47 cr
Basic Music Requirements
MUSC 100 Recital Attendance (seven
semesters) 0 cr
MUSC 103-104 Theory of Music I-II 8 cr
MUSC 105 Introduction to Music 3 cr
MUSC 203-204 Theory of Music III-IV 8 cr
MUSC 205-206 Music History I-II 6 cr
MUSC 305-306 Music History III-IV 6 cr
MUSC 311 Form and Analysis 2 cr
MUSC 319-320 Conducting and Materials 4 cr
MUSC 419 Major Performance
Literature 2 cr
MUSC 495 Senior Recital 2 cr
Applied Music (major) 16 cr
*Applied music (secondary) 4 cr
Large Ensemble (band,
orchestra, choir) 8 cr
Chamber Music 4 cr
Electives, 8 credits from the following courses:
MUSC 167 Opera Workshop 1 cr MUSC 211 Diction for Singers 2 cr MUSC 212 Voice Pedagogy 2 cr MUSC 255 Woodwind Methods 2 cr MUSC 256 Brass Methods 2 cr MUSC 258 Percussion Methods 2 cr MUSC 259 String Methods 2 cr MUSC 301 Accompanying 1 cr MUSC 401 Orchestration 2 cr MUSC 406 Opera Literature 2 cr MUSC 407 Symphonic Music Literature 2 cr MUSC 408 Chamber Music Literature 2 cr MUSC 415 Seminar in Band Music 2 cr MUSC 416 Seminar in Choral Music 2 cr MUSC 417 Advanced Conducting 2 cr MUSC 420 Major Performance Pedagogy 2 cr MUSC 433-434 Composition 4 cr MUSC 491 Independent Study 1-4 cr
*Piano proficiency is required for all degree candidates. Applied music secondary credits (MUSC 118-119, 218-219, or 120) may be used toward passing the piano proficiency. The student must register for piano each semester until able to pass the proficiency exam.
Bachelor of Music Education
The Bachelor of Music Education degree is designed to prepare students to teach music in secondary and elementary schools. Graduating students will be eligible for certification K-12, vocal and instrumental music.
Music Requirements
MUSC 100 Recital Attendance (seven
semesters) 0 cr
MUSC 103-104 Theory of Music I-II 8 cr
MUSC 105 Introduction to Music (Goal 6) 3 cr
MUSC 127 Class Voice 1 cr
OR
MUSC 173 Concert Choir 1 cr
MUSC 203-204 Theory of Music III-IV 8 cr
MUSC 205-206 Music History I-II 6 cr
MUSC 255-256-
258-259 Class Instrument Instruction 8 cr
MUSC 305-306 Music History III-IV 6 cr
MUSC 311 Form and Analysis 2 cr
MUSC 319-320 Conducting and Materials 4 cr
MUSC 333 Elementary School Music
Methods 3 cr
MUSC 336 Secondary School Music
Methods 3 cr
MUSC 401 Orchestration 2 cr
Applied Music (major
instrument or voice) 8 cr
Large and
Chamber Ensembles 8 cr
IN ADDITION: Solo or joint senior recital
*Piano Proficiency
Education Requirements
H E 200 Promoting Wellness 2 cr
HEC 200 Human Growth and
Development 2 cr
CESE 200 Mainstreaming and
Multicultural Education 2 cr
EDUC 200 Aide Experience 1 cr
EDUC 323 Motivation, Learning and
Assessment 3 cr
EDUC 333 Content Area Reading 3 cr
EDUC 343 Fundamentals of Educational
Thought 3 cr
EDUC 492 Secondary Music Education
Student Teaching 7-14 cr
EDUC 498 Student Teaching Seminar 2 cr
General Education Requirements
Goals, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7,
8, 9, 10A, 11, 12
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Arts in Music degree is a general music degree with additional electives in the arts and humanities. The Bachelor of Science in Music degree emphasizes the study of music with additional electives in science and mathematics. Seventy credits of non-music courses are required in the B.A. and B.S. degrees. Degree candidates whose applied major is voice are encouraged to take a second year of a foreign language - French or German.
Music Requirements
MUSC 100 Recital Attendance (seven
semesters) 0 cr
MUSC 103-104 Theory of Music I-II 8 cr
MUSC 105 Introduction to Music(Goal 6) 3 cr
MUSC 203-204 Theory of Music III-IV 8 cr
MUSC 205-206 Music History I-II 6 cr
MUSC 305-306 Music History III-IV 6 cr
MUSC 311 Form and Analysis 2 cr
MUSC 495 Senior Recital 2 cr
Applied Music 8 cr
Large and Chamber
Ensembles 8 cr
IN ADDITION: *Piano Proficiency
Music electives 7 cr
(Choose from MUSC 211, 212, 255, 256, 258, 259, 301, 319, 320, 401, 406, 407, 408, 415, 416, 417, 419, 420, 433, 434, 491.)
Music Minor
Required Courses
MUSC 100 Recital Attendance (four
semesters) 0 cr
MUSC 103-104 Theory of Music I-II 8 cr
MUSC 105 Introduction to Music (Goal 6) 3 cr
MUSC 305-306 Music History III-IV 6 cr
Applied Music (2 credits at
the 100 level, 2 credits at
the 200 level) 4 cr
Large Performing Ensembles
(band, choir, orchestra) 4 cr
Performing Organizations
Membership in organized music groups is open to all university students subject to approval of the respective directors. All ensembles listed below may be repeated at any time without limitation. However, only 8 credits of music ensembles can be counted toward graduation credit hour requirements. All music majors must participate in large and small ensembles as a portion of their applied music study.
MUSC 166 Chamber Choir 1 credit. Reading, study and performance of representative literature for chamber choir. Emphasis is placed on the individual's contribution toward the highest of choral standards. Open to all students by audition. F, S
MUSC 167 Opera Workshop 1 credit. Ensemble course devoted to the study of opera from the standpoint of workshop. S
MUSC 168 Instrumental Ensemble 1 credit. Ensemble training in various instrument combinations, such as string quartet and various woodwind and brass ensembles. Section 1, Woodwind Ensemble; 2, Brass Ensemble; 3, Percussion Ensemble; 4, String Ensemble; 5, Keyboard Ensemble. F, S
MUSC 169 Orchestra 1 credit. Sight reading of representative orchestral literature; orchestral routine, study, and public performance of major symphonic compositions including orchestral accompaniments. F, S
MUSC 170 Idaho State Chorale 1 credit. Reading, study, and performance of representative choral literature. Open to the community and faculty as well as all students through Continuing Education. Does not meet the ensemble requirement for music majors. F, S
MUSC 173 Concert Choir 1 credit. Study and performance of the entire body of choral music. Includes several performances and concerts. Emphasis on attaining high musical standards and levels of choral-vocal proficiency. Open to all students by audition. F, S
MUSC 177 Symphonic Band 1 credit. Rehearsal and performance of traditional and contemporary wind literature in on-campus concerts and annual tour. During fall semester, the Symphonic Band performs concurrent duties as the football pep band. Open to all students by audition. F, S
MUSC 178 Jazz Band 1 credit. Rehearsal and performance of standard and contemporary big-band literature. One or two concerts are given each semester. Open to all students by audition. F, S
Applied Music-Private Lessons
Private lessons are offered in band and orchestral instruments, voice, piano, organ and classical guitar for 1 or 2 credits each semester. There is no fee for music majors whose curricula require applied music. All others pay special music fees. Students desiring to major or minor in music will normally be classified as entering freshmen in the 100 level of the series. All music majors must pass the department's Junior Standing Exam in applied music (usually taken at the end of the sophomore year) and register for, and pass, a minimum of 2 credits at the 300 level and 2 credits at the 400 level.
Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior
Piano 121 221 321 g421
Voice 131 231 331 g431
Organ 141 241 341 g441
Strings 161 261 361 g461
Brass 165 265 365 g465
Woodwinds 175 275 375 g475
Percussion 185 285 385 g485
Any student registering in any of the above course numbers will be required to register for MUSC 100 and attend the weekly General Recital Hours/Studio Classes and evening concerts. If a student does not plan to attend the required recital hour/studio classes and evening concerts, s/he should register for one of the following secondary instruction course numbers.
MUSC 120 Piano Secondary 1 cr MUSC 130 Voice Secondary 1 cr MUSC 140 Organ Secondary 1 cr MUSC 160 Strings Secondary 1 cr MUSC 164 Brass Secondary 1 cr MUSC 174 Woodwinds Secondary 1 cr MUSC 184 Percussion Secondary 1 cr
These courses are an undergraduate classification for non-majors, for prospective majors who do not yet meet the level of proficiency expected of a major, or for majors who wish to study an additional applied music area other than their major area.
Music Courses
MUSC 100 Recital Attendance 0 credits. Attendance at weekly recital hour and prescribed number of evening concerts. Enrollment in this course is required of all students taking applied lessons numbered 121-485. Graded S/U. F, S
MUSC 101 Elements of Music 2 credits. Introductory course for non-majors or prospective majors covering music reading/notation and elementary music theory. Music performance skills are not a prerequisite. D
MUSC 103 Theory of Music I 4 credits. Melodic and harmonic part writing, dictation, sight-singing, and basic analysis. Majors who have not passed piano proficiency should register concurrently with class piano 118-119 or 218-219. PREREQ: MUSC 101 OR EQUIVALENT. F
MUSC 104 Theory of Music II 4 credits. Continuation of MUSC 103. PREREQ: MUSC 103. S
MUSC 105 Introduction to Music 3 credits. A listening-oriented course with Western art music as its principal focus. Designed for the general student. No music reading ability/performance skills are assumed. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements. F, S, Su
MUSC 106 American Music 3 credits. A listening-oriented course for general students focusing on American folk, popular and art music styles. No music reading/performance skills assumed. Cross-listed as AMST 106. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements. F, S, Su
MUSC 118-119 Class Piano 1 credit each. Primarily for music and elementary education majors completing piano proficiency requirements. Normally taken concurrently with MUSC 103-104 or 203-204. F, S
MUSC 127 Class Voice 1 credit. Basic singing technique and vocal repertoire. Open to any student, including elementary education majors completing requirements. May be repeated to satisfy the 18-and-30-hour music components for elementary education majors. F, S
MUSC 203 Theory of Music III 4 credits. Continued development in aural and visual perception through analysis and writing of 18th, 19th, and 20th century styles. PREREQ: MUSC 104. F
MUSC 204 Theory of Music IV 4 credits. Continuation of MUSC 203. PREREQ: MUSC 203. S
MUSC 205 Music History I 3 credits. Introduction to music of India, China, Japan, Native Americans, Africa and Middle East comparing functions, techniques, instruments. Survey of Western art music from ancient Greeks to c1600. PREREQ: MUSC 104 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
MUSC 206 Music History II 3 credits. Music in Europe during the Baroque and Pre-classical periods, with detailed examination of selected works. PREREQ: MUSC 104 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
MUSC 211 Diction for Singers 2 credits. Principles of vocal diction with emphasis on English, French, German, Italian and Latin. AS
MUSC 212 Voice Pedagogy 2 credits. Elements of voice teaching, vocal production and repertoire of interest to the singer and teacher. Application of pedagogical techniques in teaching situations. AS
MUSC 218-219 Class Piano 1 credit each. Continuation of MUSC 118-119. S,F
MUSC 233 Music Methods for Elementary Teachers 2 credits. Methodology/materials for teaching elementary school music. Basic skills for the classroom teacher include: basic notation, conducting, autoharp, Orff instruments, piano, recorder, guitar, singing, listening. Two lectures, one lab per week. F, S, Su
MUSC 255-256-258-259 Class Instrument Instruction 2 credits each. Courses designed primarily for music education majors. Application of the theory and playing techniques involved in teaching band/orchestral instruments: 255 Woodwinds; 256 Brass; 258 Percussion; 259 Strings. R1
MUSC 301 Accompanying 1 credit. Practical training in the tradition, interpretation, and execution of accompaniment, vocal and instrumental. May be repeated for a maximum of four hours. D
MUSC 305 Music History III 3 credits. Music in Europe during the Classical and Romantic periods. Close examination of some major works. PREREQ: MUSC 104 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
MUSC 306 Music History IV 3 credits. Music in Europe and America during the Twentieth Century. Examination of major trends and works in serialism, jazz, and electronic music. PREREQ: MUSC 104 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
MUSC 311 Form and Analysis 2 credits. Analysis and study of standard compositions from the Renaissance to the 20th century with emphasis on structural, stylistic, and historical aspects. PREREQ: MUSC 203-204. F
MUSC 319 Choral Conducting and Materials 2 credits. A practical course in selecting and conducting choral materials, rehearsal techniques, use of small ensembles, planning and organization of choral groups. Students will work with ensemble groups for laboratory experience in conducting. F
MUSC 320 Instrumental Conducting and Materials 2 credits. A practical course in selecting and conducting instrumental materials, rehearsal techniques, use of small ensembles, planning and organization of instrumental groups. Students will work with ensemble groups for laboratory experience in conducting. S
MUSC 333 Elementary School Music Methods 3 credits. Methodology, materials, and problems in elementary music education. PREREQ: MUSC 103-104 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
MUSC 336 Secondary School Music Methods 3 credits. Principles of secondary music education, vocal and instrumental group instruction and general music classroom activities. Must be completed prior to student teaching. PREREQ: MUSC 255, 256, 258, 259 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
MUSC 397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
MUSC 401 Orchestration 2 credits. Study of the characteristics of individual instruments and their combinations from section to full orchestral scoring. Scores, recordings, and performances may be used as available and appropriate. AS
MUSC g406 Opera Literature 2 credits. Masterworks of operatic literature. PREREQ: MUSC 306. D
MUSC g407 Symphonic Music Literature 2 credits. Masterworks of symphonic literature. PREREQ: MUSC 306. D
MUSC g408 Chamber Music Literature 2 credits. Masterworks of chamber music literature. PREREQ: MUSC 306. D
MUSC g415 Seminar in Band Music 2 credits. Analysis and study of instrumental works from the Baroque to the present era with particular attention to performance practice. PREREQ: MUSC 305-306 OR EQUIVALENT. D
MUSC g416 Seminar in Choral Music 2 credits. Analysis and study of choral works from the Renaissance through the present era with particular attention to performance practice. PREREQ: MUSIC 305-306 OR EQUIVALENT. D
MUSC g417 Advanced Conducting 2 credits. Designed for secondary school music teachers, this course provides opportunity to discover and analyze technical conducting problems in music of the various historical eras. PREREQ: MUSIC 319-320 OR EQUIVALENT. D
MUSC g419 Major Performance Literature 2 credits. A study of instructional materials and literature pertinent to the performing medium. PREREQ: JUNIOR LEVEL STANDING IN APPLIED MUSIC. D
MUSC g420 Major Performance Pedagogy 2 credits. A survey and comparative study of pedagogical materials, principles and procedures. Application of pedagogical techniques in teaching situations. PREREQ: JUNIOR LEVEL STANDING IN APPLIED MUSIC. D
MUSC g433-g434 Composition 2 credits each. Organization of musical ideas into logical and homogeneous form with an emphasis on contemporary styles. May be repeated twice. PREREQ: MUSC 204 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
MUSC g491 Independent Study 1-4 credits. Supervised study in selected areas, primarily research, writing, or analysis. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR AND THE DEPARTMENT CHAIR. D
MUSC 495 Senior Recital 2 credits. Graded S-U. D
Department of Physics
Chair and Professor: Harmon
Professors: Gessell, Knox, Parker
Professor Emeritus: Price
Research Professor: Vegors
Assistant Professor: O'Rear, Shropshire, Vizkelethy
Visiting Assistant Professor: Irwin
Instructors: Hackworth, Johnson
Adjunct Faculty: Cummings, Harker, Nieschmidt, Serrano, Walsh
Affiliate Faculty: Denison, Horan, Langley, Otis, Paulson,
Varesko
Students who wish to major in physics will take courses which will prepare them for industrial or governmental positions or for graduate study in physics or allied fields. The department offers two degree programs as well as a minor in physics. The Bachelor of Arts degree and the minor are designed for students who desire a flexible program so they can develop interdisciplinary competence.
The Bachelor of Science degree places greater emphasis on physics and is designed to prepare students for careers in the physics profession or a closely allied profession. The Bachelor of Science degree is obtained in one of the following options: physics, applied physics, physics-computer science, or health physics. These programs consist of a common set of required core courses plus a selection of courses in a particular field. The required set of core courses includes the basic physics and mathematics courses which serve as a foundation for more advanced study.
Health physics is an applied science concerned with the protection of people and the environment from the hazards of radiation and chemical pollutants. Health physics is a relatively new branch of science which incorporates both the physical and biological sciences. Students in the Health Physics Program work closely with INEL professionals. A practicum is required in an active health physics capacity.
A student planning to do graduate work in physics should elect the B.S. physics option. To be admitted to one of these programs, a student must have completed at least 24 semester hours and not be on probation.
For further details concerning the various B.S. options, please consult the Department of Physics.
Bachelor of Science in Physics
The following courses are required in addition to the General Education Requirements for the B.S. Degree:
All Options
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I 5 cr CHEM 122 General Chemistry II 4 cr CHEM 126 Cations and Anions 1 crMATH 121-222 Calculus and Analytic
223 Geometry 12 cr
MATH 230 Introduction to Linear
Algebra 2 cr
MATH 360 Differential Equations 3 cr
PHYS 221-222 Engineering Physics 8 cr
PHYS 223-224 Engineering Physics Lab 2 cr
PHYS 301 Modern Physics 3 cr
PHYS 302 Introductory Quantum
Mechanics 3 cr
PHYS 383-384 Theoretical Mechanics 6 cr
PHYS 421-422 Electricity and Magnetism 6 cr
PHYS 492 Colloquium in Physics 1 cr
Physics Option
PHYS 307 Electronics I 4 cr
PHYS 352 Intermediate Optics 3 cr
PHYS 405-406 Advanced Physics Lab 4 cr
PHYS 461-462 Introduction to Mathematical
Physics 6 cr
Applied Physics Option
PHYS 307-308 Electronics I & II 6 cr
PHYS 310 Electronics II Lab 2 cr
PHYS 352 Intermediate Optics 3 cr
OR
PHYS 415 Statistical Physics 3 cr
Computer Science Option
PHYS 352 Intermediate Optics 3 cr
AND
PHYS 415 Statistical Physics 3 cr
OR
PHYS 461-462 Introduction to Mathematical
Physics 6 cr
MATH 330 Linear Algebra 3 cr
C S 181-182 Introduction to Computer Science
and Programming 6 cr
C S 283-284 Introduction to Computing
Systems 6 cr
C S 385-386 Data Structures and Algorithm
Analysis 6 cr
C S 487 Topics in Computer Science 3 cr
C S 488 Senior Project 3 cr
Bachelor of Arts in Physics
The following courses are required in addition to the General Education Requirements for the B.A. degree:
MATH 121-222 Calculus and Analytic
223 Geometry 12 cr
MATH 230 Introduction to Linear
Algebra 2 cr
PHYS 221-222 Engineering Physics 8 cr
PHYS 223-224 Engineering Physics Lab 2 cr
PHYS 301 Modern Physics 3 cr
PHYS 302 Introductory Quantum
Mechanics 3 cr
PHYS 383-384 Theoretical Mechanics 6 cr
PHYS 421-422 Electricity and Magnetism 6 cr
Physics Minor
MATH 121-222 Calculus and Analytic
223 Geometry 12 cr
MATH 230 Introduction to Linear
Algebra 2 cr
MATH 360 Differential Equations 3 cr
PHYS 221-222 Engineering Physics 8 cr
PHYS 301 Modern Physics 3 cr
PHYS 302 Introductory Quantum
Mechanics 3 cr
IN ADDITION: Physics electives approved
by the department 4 cr
Bachelor of Science in Physics (Health Physics Emphasis)
The following courses are required in addition to the General Education Requirements for the B.S. degree:
CHEM 108 Essentials of Organic and
Biochemistry 5 cr
CHEM 121 General Chemistry I 5 cr
CHEM 122 General Chemistry II 4 cr
CHEM 126 Cations and Anions 1 cr
BIOS 101-102 General Zoology and Lab 4 cr
BIOS 301-302 Anatomy and Physiology 8 cr
BIOS 307 Radiobiology 3 cr
ENGL 307 Professional Writing 3 cr
MATH 117 Algebra and Trigonometry 5 cr
MATH 280 FORTRAN 2 cr
PHYS 216 Into to Nuclear Measurements 3 cr
PHYS 251-252 Intro to Health Physics 2 cr
PHYS g331-g332Principles of Health Physics 6 cr
PHYS g433-g434Advanced Health Physics 6 cr PHYS g455-g456Topics in Health Physics 4 cr PHYS 459 Practicum in Health Physics 3 cr PHYS 492 Colloquium 2 cr
Bioscience Track
MATH 120 Essentials of Calculus 4 cr PHYS 211-214 General Physics and Lab 8 cr BIOS 203 General Ecology 3 cr BIOS 315 Intro to Biometry 3 cr
Applied Science Track
MATH 121-222 Calculus and Analytical
223 Geometry 12 cr CHEM 432 Chemometrics 3 cr PHYS 221-224 Engineering Physics 10 cr
Physics Courses
PHYS 110 Essentials of Physics 4 credits. A survey of basic physics principles; motion, gravitation, electricity and magnetism, light, atoms and nuclei. Includes lecture, demonstrations and elementary problem solving. COREQ: MATH 111 OR EQUIVALENT. F, S
PHYS 111 Introduction to Solar Energy 2 credits. A non-mathematical introduction to the principles of solar energy, especially as applied to individual households. D
PHYS 152-153 Descriptive Astronomy 3 credits and 1 credit. Non-mathematical survey of the historical and modern observation of the sky. Physical relationships in the solar system; planets, satellites, comets, etc., and theories of the creation of the universe and life in the universe. 153 concerns use of astronomical equipment, telescopes, cameras, etc. Satisfies Goal 5 of the General Education Requirements. F, S, Su
PHYS 211 General Physics I 3 credits. Introductory physics course for students in scientific and technical fields, particularly the biological sciences; mechanics, wave motion, thermodynamics. COREQ: MATH 111 OR 117 OR EQUIVALENT. F
PHYS 212 General Physics II 3 credits. Introduction to optics, electricity and magnetism and selected topics from atomic and nuclear physics. PREREQ: PHYS 211 OR EQUIVALENT AND MATH 111 OR 117 OR EQUIVALENT. S
PHYS 213-214 General Physics Laboratory 1 credit each. Demonstrating principles of physics. Accompanies PHYS 211-212. F, S
PHYS 216 Introduction to Nuclear Measurements 3 credits. Lecture/laboratory course emphasizing practical measurement techniques in nuclear physics. PREREQ: CHEM 122, AND PHYS 211 AND 213 OR PHYS 221 AND 223. D
PHYS 221-222 Engineering Physics 4 credits each. Mechanics of particles and rigid bodies; kinetic theory and thermodynamics; electricity and magnetism; wave motion; optics. COREQ: MATH 222 FOR PHYS 221; PREREQ: PHYS 221 FOR PHYS 222. F, S
PHYS 223-224 Engineering Physics Laboratory 1 credit each. Principles and methods of physical measurement. COREQ: PHYS 221 and 222. F, S
PHYS 300 Medical Electronics 2 credits. A lecture-laboratory course covering circuit theory, qualitative theory of active devices and their applications to instrumentation. Laboratory work will be done with basic test instruments. Primarily for students in the allied health fields. COREQ: PHYS 212; PREREQ: MATH 120. S
PHYS g301 Modern Physics 3 credits. A one-semester course surveying 20th century physics including elements of special relativity and quantum mechanics as applied to atoms. A continuation of the Engineering Physics sequence. PREREQ: PHYS 222; COREQ: MATH 360. F
PHYS g302 Introductory Quantum Mechanics 3 credits. The development of Schrodinger's wave mechanics and applications to atomic and aggregate systems. PREREQ: PHYS 301 OR ENGR 327 OR CHEM 351 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
PHYS g307 Electronics I 4 credits. Circuit theory, solid state devices, and simple electronic circuits. Course includes two laboratory sections and two lectures per week. PREREQ: PHYS 222 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
PHYS g308 Electronics II 2 credits. Continuation of PHYS 307, instrumentation and logic circuits. PREREQ: PHYS 307 OR ENGR 313. F
PHYS g310 Electronics II Laboratory 2 credits. Provides actual experience with circuits discussed in PHYS 308.COREQ: PHYS 308.S
PHYS 312 Introduction to Biophysics 4 credits. Survey course designed for pre-medical, pharmacy, biology, and physical science students covering topics such as the physics of sensory systems, electromagnetic radiations, and physical measurement techniques applied to biological problems. PREREQ: CHEM 122, MATH 120 OR 121. D
PHYS 321 Radiologic Physics 2 credits. Analysis of the production of x-rays including x-ray circuitry, emphasizing interactions of radiation with matter, units of radiation measurements, and radiation protection. Includes laboratory. S
PHYS 333 Science and Civilization 3 credits. A critical examination of the methods of physical science, it contributions to civilization and its inherent limitations. No science or mathematics prerequisite. Cross-listed as CHEM 333. PREREQ: JUNIOR STANDING OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
PHYS g352 Intermediate Optics 3 credits. Fundamental wave theory, interference, diffraction, polarization, and selected topics from the electromagnetic theory of light. PREREQ: PHYS 222; COREQ: MATH 360. AS
PHYS g353 Topics in Astrophysics 2 credits. Laboratory oriented course covering various selected topics in astronomy. Projects on and work with telescopes will be included. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. AS
PHYS g370 Crystallography and X-ray 3 credits. X-ray diffraction
analysis: study of crystallography, goniometry, powder method.
Introduction to crystal structure analysis. Cross-listed as GEOL
g370, CHEM g370. PREREQ: CHEM 122. D
PHYS g383-g384 Theoretical Mechanics 3 credits each. Mechanics of particles, planetary motion, rigid bodies; vibrating particles, vibrating strings and additional topics in theoretical mechanics. PREREQ: PHYS 222 AND MATH 360; PHYS g383 FOR PHYS g384. F, S
PHYS 397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
PHYS 400 Practicum in Physical Science 2 credits. Introduction to practical problems associated with designing, equipping, setting up, operating, and administering laboratories in physics and chemistry. Experience with the design and maintenance of equipment used in these laboratories. Introduction to sources of pre-designed experiments. Offered jointly with the Department of Chemistry. Cross-listed as CHEM 400. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF DEPARTMENT CHAIR. D
PHYS g403-g404 Advanced Modern Physics 3 credits each. Study of the elementary principles of quantum mechanics and an introduction to atomic, solid state and nuclear physics. Quantum mechanics will be used as much as possible. PREREQ: MATH 360 OR EQUIVALENT, AND PHYS 302; PHYS g403 FOR PHYS g404. D
PHYS g405-g406 Advanced Physics Laboratory 2 credits each. Experiments in atomic physics, nuclear physics, and optical spectroscopy. PREREQ: PHYS 302 AND MATH 360. F, S
PHYS g408 Accelerator Health Physics 3 credits. Fundamentals of particle accelerator design and operation. Examination of the potential radiation environment associated with accelerators and health and safety issues of their operation. PREREQ: SENIOR STANDING IN HEALTH PHYSICS OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
PHYS g409 Introductory Nuclear Physics 3 credits. A course in Nuclear Physics with emphasis upon structural models, radioactivity, nuclear reactions, fission and fusion. PREREQ: KNOWLEDGE OF ELEMENTARY QUANTUM MECHANICS AND DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
PHYS g415 Statistical Physics 3 credits. Topics covered may include kinetic theory, elementary statistical mechanics, random motion and the theory of noise. Choice of topics will depend upon the interest of the students and instructor. PREREQ: PHYS 222, MATH 360. AS
PHYS g421-g422 Electricity and Magnetism 3 credits each. Intermediate course in fundamental principles of electrical and magnetic theory. Free use will be made of vector analysis and differential equations. PREREQ: PHYS 222 AND MATH 360; PHYS g421 FOR PHYS g422. F, S
PHYS g442 Solid State Physics 3 credits. Introduction to the field of solid state physics emphasizing the fundamental concepts. Topics usually covered are crystal structure, x-ray diffraction, crystal binding energies, free electron theory of solids, energy bands. PREREQ: PHYS 302, 384, MATH 360 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. AS
PHYS g461-462 Introduction to Mathematical Physics 3 credits each. Introduction to the mathematics most commonly used in physics with applications to and practice in solving physical problems; includes vector analysis, ordinary and partial differential equations. PREREQ: PHYS 222 AND MATH 360; PHYS g461 FOR PHYS g462. F, S
PHYS 481 Independent Problems 1-3 credits. Students are assigned to, or request assignment to, independent problems on the basis of interest. F, S
PHYS g492 Colloquium in Physics 1 credit. Faculty and student lectures in current research topics in physics. Open to upper division and graduate students in physics. F, S
Health Physics Courses
PHYS 251-252 Introduction to Health Physics I & II 1 credit (each). An introduction to the field of health physics including terminology, overview of health physics applications, and instrumentation. COREQ: PHYS 211 OR 221. F, S
PHYS g331 Principles of Health Physics I 3 credits. A lecture/laboratory course covering topics such as the interaction of radiation with matter, instrumentation for measuring radiation and shielding from radiation. PREREQ: JUNIOR STANDING IN HEALTH PHYSICS. F
PHYS g332 Principles of Health Physics II 3 credits. A continuation of g331. A lecture/laboratory course covering topics such as the interaction of radiation with matter, instrumentation for measuring radiation and shielding from radiation. PREREQ: PHYS g331. S
PHYS g433 Advanced Health Physics I 3 credits. A lecture/laboratory course covering topics such as personnel and effluent monitoring, bioassay, sampling techniques, and calibration and standards. PREREQ: PHYS g332. F
PHYS g434 Advanced Health Physics II 3 credits. A continuation of g433 course covering topics such as personnel and effluent monitoring, bioassay, sampling techniques, and calibration and standards. PREREQ: PHYS g433 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
PHYS g455 Topics in Health Physics I 2 credits. A lecture/seminar course covering special topics in Health Physics such as state and federal regulations, waste disposal methodology, and emergency procedures. PREREQ: PHYS g332 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
PHYS g456 Topics in Health Physics II 2 credits. A continuation of g455. A lecture/seminar course covering special topics in Health Physics such as state and federal regulations, waste disposal methodology, and emergency procedures. PREREQ: g332 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
PHYS 459 Practicum in Health Physics 3 credits. Supervised field training in Health Physics. Requires written reports. Open to students completing their junior year in Health Physics. Graded S/U. F, S, Su
Department of Political Science
Chair and Professor: Foster
Professors: Bowen, Hjelm
Associate Professors: Maughan, Adler
Assistant Professors: Gilbertsen, Nilson, Gabardi, Hogan
Adjunct Faculty: Critchfield
Affiliate Faculty: Pulling, Winmill
The study of governments and human beings as decision makers is at once an ancient discipline and one of the most recently developed social sciences. Political inquiry reaches back to the recorded beginnings of human society, for individuals have always been curious about the nature of governments, the bases of authority and personality of leaders, the obligations of followers, and consequences of public policies.
Although interest persists in these matters, inquiry has broadened to include scientific observations about politics which utilize relatively new techniques of analysis that are common to many of the social sciences. The newer emphasis is upon systematic procedures of investigation, rigorous standards of proof, comparative analysis and interdisciplinary studies. Both of these approaches--the traditional and the behavioral--are offered in the undergraduate and graduate levels of study.
The curriculum provides background in the theory and practice of politics and techniques of methodological inquiry for the student with general interests. It offers training of a general and specific nature that is useful for persons planning to seek careers in education, the legal profession, state and local government, urban and regional planning, the federal bureaucracy and journalism, or in any of the proliferating quasi-public organizations which seek to monitor the political processes or to influence the content of public policy.
The Department of Political Science offers programs leading to Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Master of Arts, Master of Public Administration, and Doctor of Arts degrees. Within the framework of the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science programs, students may pursue a major in political science or they may choose an emphasis in pre-law. There is no required or specified curriculum which students who emphasize pre-law are expected to follow. An advisory committee has been created to assist such students in developing a curriculum that reflects their individual needs.
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science
Requirements for the B.A. and B.S. Degrees:
In addition to the general requirements for the B.A. and B.S. degrees, political science majors are required to take the following courses from the "core curriculum":
POLS 101 Introduction to American Government 3 cr POLS 202 Introduction to Politics 3 cr POLS 221 International Relations 3 crPOLS 301 Political Parties and Interest Groups 3 cr
OR
POLS 427 Voting and Public Opinion 3 cr
POLS 313 Introduction to Political Philosophy 3 cr
POLS 331 Comparative Politics: Framework
for Analysis 3 cr
POLS 403 The Presidency 3 cr
OR
POLS 404 Legislative Process 3 cr
POLS 442 Constitutional Law 3 cr
OR
POLS 443 Constitutional Law 3 cr
POLS 460 Senior Seminar 3 cr
In addition to the 27 credits from the core curriculum, majors are required to earn a minimum of 12 elective credits selected from any of the courses in the political science curriculum (excluding POLS 459).
Emphasis in Pre-law
Students who desire to complete this emphasis should consult with a pre-law advisor in the Department of Political Science.
Requirements for the Political Science Minor
Students seeking a minor in political science must complete the
following: POLS 101, 202, six credits of core curriculum courses
(excluding POLS 460) and six elective political science credits
(excluding POLS 459).
Political Science Courses
Introductory Courses
POLS 101 Introduction to American Government 3 credits. Constitutional basis, structure, and administrative organization of the national government. Cross-listed as AMST 101. Satisfies Goal 11 of the General Education Requirements. F, S, Su
POLS 202 Introduction to Politics 3 credits. This class is an introduction to the fundamental issues in political science. Examples of topics covered include equality, majority rule, and the fact-value distinction. Required for all students majoring in political science. F
American Indian Studies
POLS 303 Law and the American Indian 3 credits. Study of law affecting American Indians: relations to federal, state, and tribal government, development of laws affecting Indians, contemporary legal issues of Idaho Indian tribes. PREREQ: ANTH 220 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
POLS 304 Tribal Government 3 credits. Examines complex legal position of Indian tribes as self-governing entities, principles of inherent tribal powers, tribal governmental organization, tribal law-making, tribal justice, relation to state and federal government. PREREQ: ANTH 220 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
American Politics
POLS g301 Political Parties and Interest Groups 3 credits. The nature and development of political parties and pressure groups as exemplified in the United States. S
POLS 308 State and Local Government 3 credits. Study of the institutions of state and local government in a behavioral context. D
POLS g403 The Presidency 3 credits. Evolution and development of the office of the President; its major responsibilities in domestic and foreign affairs, with emphasis on particular power problems that confront the President. F
POLS g404 The Legislative Process 3 credits. Nature and functions of the U.S. Congress. Topics covered: legislative campaigns, the politics of lawmaking, congressional investigations, and major problems facing the Congress. S
POLS g405 The Administrative Process 3 credits. Analysis of the principles of public administration with an introduction to theories of organization and administration. D
POLS g406 Intergovernmental Relations 3 credits. Analysis of patterns of intergovernmental relations including changing patterns of program and fiscal responsibility in the federal system. The emerging role of new federal structures, state and substate regional organizations will be reviewed in the context of "new" federalism and its implications for intergovernmental relationships. D
POLS g408 Metropolitan and Urban Studies 3 credits. Analysis of metropolitan and smaller urban systems with emphasis on relationships among general groups, political organizations and institutions. Federal, state and interlocal programs will serve as a focus for analyzing particular problems of metropolitan and urban systems in the 20th century. D
POLS g409 Community and Regional Planning 3 credits. Steps involved in planning will be analyzed in the context of community and regional decision-making processes. Two perspectives will be stressed: that of the decision-maker, the social structure within which the decision-maker operates, and strategies for implementing decisions; and that of the citizen or group interest which lies outside the power structure of the community. Each perspective will be used as a framework for analyzing power configurations, techniques of identifying patterns of decision-making, and various forms of citizen participation. D
POLS g427 Voting and Public Opinion 3 credits. Analysis of the way citizens and government communicate with each other. Elections, public opinion, and media influence are studied. AF
POLS g453 Public Policy Analysis 3 credits. Theoretical and practical analyses of public policies, including theories of policy formation and their political implementation through governmental institutions. Case studies will provide the means of analyzing specific policy problems.
D POLS g455 Environment Politics and Policy 3 credits. Study of the Political forces affecting environmental policy and investigation of several specific policies affecting the environment, such as: pollution control, energy production, hazardous chemicals, and the public lands. D
Political Analysis
POLS g412 Modern Political Analysis 3 credits. Methods of political inquiry and theories and doctrines of politics, with emphasis on modern developments. D
POLS g419 Political Research Methods 3 credits. This class investigates the theory and application of various research methods and statistical techniques common to the social sciences, with particular reference to their use in political inquiry. D
POLS g419L Political Research Methods Lab 1 credit. Application of and practice in research methods. D
Public Administration
POLS g441 Administrative Law 3 credits. Introductory survey of the legal principles defining governmental administrative processes. Topics include judicial review, tort liability of governments and offices, rules and rule-making, due process, and the limits of administrative discretion. D
POLS g451 Organizational Theory and Bureaucratic Structure 3 credits. Introduction to the study of complex organizations and organizational behavior in the administration of public policy. Emphasis on public institutions. PREREQ: POLS 405 RECOMMENDED. D
POLS g452 Financial Administration and Budgeting 3 credits. Emphasis on different approaches to financial administration, ranging from incremental and short-term planning to more recent and comprehensive emphases on management by objectives and zero based budgeting. The development of the Office of Management and Budget and its relationship with the President, Congress and the Federal Bureaucracy will be considered as well as political, organizational and behavioral constraints on budgetary decision-making. D
POLS g454 Public Personnel Administration 3 credits. Operations and processes of personnel management in public institutions. Major topics include personnel processes, public employee rights and duties, employee motivation and morale, the political environment of public personnel administration, and the impact of professionalism, technology, and participatory democracy on public personnel practices. D
POLS g456 Labor Organization 3 credits. Evolution of economic systems and labor's response to changing patterns of production is studied, and a counter perspective to traditional management views of "efficiency" is presented. Emphasis is on governmental employee unions. D
Political Theory
POLS 313 Introduction to Political Philosophy 3 credits. Examination of selected writings in political philosophy from the classical, Christian and early modern eras. S
POLS g318 Topics in Political Theory 3 credits. This course requires examination, analysis and investigation of selected texts and topics in political philosophy. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. D
POLS g411 American Political Theory 3 credits. Political ideas in the United States from Colonial and Revolutionary times through the controversies of the Civil War to the present. D
International Politics
POLS 221 Introduction to International Relations 3 credits. Conceptual introduction to international relations, with emphasis on sovereignty, national interest, power, and balance of power. F
POLS 326 Recent American Foreign Policy 3 credits. Study of recent American foreign policy focused on the interrelationship of domestic and foreign policies and the problems of formulating foreign policy in a democratic state. D
POLS g425 Topics in International Politics 3 credits. This course requires examination, analysis and evaluation of selected topics in international politics. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. D
Comparative Government
POLS 331 Comparative Politics: Framework for Analysis 3 credits. Introduction to various theoretical approaches to comparative analyses of different cultures and nations, and to other courses in this area of emphasis. F
POLS g332 Comparative Politics: Change and Political Order 3 credits. The nature of political change is examined in a multifaceted framework consisting of concepts such as political order, progress and decay, revolutionary violence, and political culture. The technological and post-industrial revolutions are examined as they relate to political change and stability in developed societies. D
POLS g433 Politics of Developing Nations 3 credits. Study of problems in the political analysis of rapidly changing and unstable "developing" nation states with an emphasis on problems of the political, economic, and social development of selected states. D
Public Law
POLS 248 Politics and the Administration of Justice 3 credits. The criminal justice system in the United States will be examined by investigating its component parts: police, court, and correction. In addition, the problem of coordination among these agencies will be explored as will the relationship of the criminal justice network to the larger society. D
POLS 249 Introduction to Criminal Law 3 credits. The major categories of criminal liability are studied within the context of American criminal justice. These include crimes against individuals, property, and society. Defenses available to those accused of criminal activity are also discussed. D
POLS 342 American Legal Systems 3 credits. Relationship of the judicial process to the American political process will be examined with emphasis on the various factors influencing the making of judicial decisions. D
POLS 345 Jurisprudence and Legal Systems 3 credits. Nature, source, and theories of law; the role of law in modern society; and the application of legal philosophy to the political system. D
POLS g442 Constitutional Law 3 credits. Analysis of opinions of the United States Supreme Court concerning the distribution of authority between the national government and the states and the relationship among the branches of the national government. F
POLS g443 Constitutional Law 3 credits. Analysis of opinions of the United States Supreme Court with a special emphasis on criminal cases and civil liberties. S
General Courses
POLS 397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
POLS g459 Government Internship 1-9 credits. Directed student internship in political science and organizations or associations related to public policy and the selection of public officials involving supervised work experience in research, staff management practices, or making and implementing public policies. The student will be placed in a supervised position commensurate with his/her abilities as determined and approved by faculty in the department. May be repeated up to 9 credits. F, S, Su
POLS 460 Senior Seminar 3 credits. This seminar is designed to integrate undergraduate academic experience in the major. Students will be required to do research and writing on topics encountered in their undergraduate curriculum. Required of, and open to, senior majors. S
POLS g491-492 Seminar 1-3 credits. Research, reading, discussion, and the preparation of reports on selected topics. Ordinarily for seniors majoring in political science and having the instructor's consent. F, S, Su
Department of Psychology
Chair and Professor: Joe
Professors: Brown, Hartman,
Matthews, Roberts
Associate Professors: Enloe,
Hatzenbuehler
Assistant Professors: Gordon,
Harris, Heyneman
Psychology is defined as the science of behavior. Its domain ranges from the natural to the social sciences and includes such diverse topics as sensation and perception, brain function, learning and conditioning, emotion, and interpersonal relations. With the use of objective and systematic observation, psychologists hope to answer questions such as how do people learn, what are the effects of tranquilizers on the behavior of normal and disturbed people, what are the roots of prejudice and strife between groups and nationalities, how does conscience develop in children, and what are the neurophysiological bases for perception, motivation and memory.
Most of the hindrances to solving the crucial problems of the world today lie more in the minds of men and women than in technological deficiencies. The study of psychology can help a young person to understand him or herself, other people and the turbulent interpersonal forces around him or her, and can lead to an interesting and satisfying profession. Students wishing to declare a major in psychology must have completed 24 credit hours with a grade point average of 2.0 or better.
Bachelor of Arts or
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Majors in the psychology program have as their core the following courses:
PSYC 111 Introductory Psychology I 3 cr PSYC 112 Introductory Psychology II 3 cr PSYC 227 Basic Statistics 3 cr PSYC 228 Tests & Measurements 3 cr PSYC 303 Experimental Psychology 4 cr PSYC 431 Physiological Psychology I 3 cr PSYC 472 History of Psychology 3 cr PSYC 491 Seminar 2 cr
One of the following courses:
PSYC 435 Animal Behavior 3 cr
OR
PSYC 445 Psychology of Learning 3 cr
One of the following courses:
PSYC 341 Social Psychology 3 cr
OR
PSYC 401 Theories of Personality 3 cr
TOTAL: 30 cr
Elective Courses
In addition, the student must take 15 additional credits in psychology; 12 of these must be at the upper-division level. Students who are preparing for graduate study are strongly encouraged to take two of the following as part of their required electives:
PSYC 404 Sensation & Perception 4 cr PSYC 432 Physiological Psychology II 3 cr PSYC 446 Cognitive Processes 3 cr
Minor in Psychology
PSYC 111 Introductory Psychology I 3 cr
PSYC 112 Introductory Psychology II 3 cr
PSYC 227 Basic Statistics 3 cr
PSYC 228 Tests and Measurements 3 cr
PSYC 303 Experimental Psychology 4 cr
TOTAL: 16 cr
In addition, the student must take 6 additional elective credits in psychology.
Psychology Courses
Courses that satisfy Goal 12 of the General Education Requirements are PSYC 111 AND 112. PSYC 111-112 or PERMISSION OF THE INSTRUCTOR are prerequisites of all upper-division courses in psychology.
PSYC 111 Introductory Psychology I 3 credits. Brief history of the development of psychology as a science and a study of individual behavior in terms of development, personality, and adjustment. Satisfies Goal 12 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
PSYC 112 Introductory Psychology II 3 credits. Biological bases of behavior, sensation, perception, higher cognitive processes, intelligence, and social influences on behavior. Satisfies Goal 12 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
PSYC 200 Child Abuse 3 credits. Investigation into the psychological and social factors which contribute to child abuse and neglect, and to their identification, treatment, and prevention. F, S
PSYC 205 Human Sexuality 3 credits. The psychological, biological, and sociological aspects of human sexuality. Emphasis on gender identity, the human reproductive system, human sexual expressions, and sexual problems in males and females. D
PSYC 211 Personality and Adjustment 3 credits. The lifelong development of personality and the search for self-realization will be emphasized. Opportunities and crises common at various periods will be discussed. PREREQ: PSYC 111. F
PSYC 225 Child Psychology 3 credits. Study of the child, taking the clinical viewpoint, emphasizing the development of the child as a whole person rather than an approach centering on the development of various functions. F, S
PSYC 227 Basic Statistics 3 credits. Consideration of statistical techniques and methods used in psychological investigations in terms of derivation, application, and limitation. PREREQ: MATH 111. F, S
PSYC 228 Introduction to the Theory of Measurement and Test Construction 3 credits. Brief history and survey of the development of psychological test instruments and an introduction to the theory and mechanisms of test construction. PREREQ: PSYC 227. S
PSYC 250 Female and Male Roles 3 credits. Examines the biological and social factors involved in the present-day conceptions of male and female and the relations between the sexes. D
PSYC 301 Abnormal Psychology I 3 credits. The role of biological, psychological and sociological factors in the development of abnormal behavior of a functional nature. Neuroses, character disorders, functional psychosis, behavior disorders of childhood, and maladaptive groups. Explanatory and predictive value of several models of psychopathology. PREREQ: PSYC 111-112. F, S
PSYC 302 Abnormal Psychology II 3 credits. Alcoholism and drug dependence, psychosomatic disorders, organic brain syndromes, and mental retardation. Contemporary approaches to assessment and treatment of abnormal behavior, including a survey of psychotherapeutic methods. PREREQ: PSYC 301. D
PSYC 303 Experimental Psychology 4 credits. Introduction to the methods of psychological research. Students will be required to perform experiments. PREREQ: PSYC 227, 228. F
PSYC 332 Psychology of Adolescence 3 credits. Critical review of work related to the physiological, cognitive, and emotional development of the adolescent personality. General concepts relating to specific characteristics of adolescent behavior will be developed. PREREQ: PSYC 111-112 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
PSYC 341 Social Psychology 3 credits. Study of the impact of social and cultural forces upon the individual and of the interaction between individuals producing social phenomena. PREREQ: PSYC 111-112. F
PSYC 397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
PSYC g401 Theories of Personality 3 credits. Detailed study of the leading theories of personality with emphasis on the Freudian, Neo-Freudian, humanistic and existential theories. PREREQ: PSYC 225 OR PSYC 301. S
PSYC g402 Study of Personality 3 credits. Critical study of some of the leading traits and situational determinants in the area of personality with emphasis on the empirical research supporting the validity of these constructs and determinants. PREREQ: PSYC 401 OR PERMISSION OF THE INSTRUCTOR. D
PSYC g404 Sensation and Perception 4 credits. The anatomical and physiological bases of sensation will be reviewed. Moreover, traditional and contemporary theories of perception will be critically considered. Students will be expected to do laboratory work illustrating basic concepts of sensory and perceptual functions. PREREQ: PSYC 303, PSYC 431. S
PSYC g411 Advanced Psychopathology 3 credits. The study of various forms of behavior pathology, primarily neuroses, psychoses, and affective disorders, including mental deficiency and antisocial behavior. Alternative theories of etiology and treatment will be examined by careful analyses of current empirical literature. PREREQ: PSYC 301. F
PSYC g412 Ethical and Professional Issues in Psychology 2 credits. Topics include informed consent, confidentiality, deception, duty to protect, competency, malpractice, dual and collegial relationships, and impaired professionals in research and practice. Prerequisite: 24 credits in psychology or permission. D
PSYC g417 Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team 1 credit. Introduction to the principles and techniques of interdisciplinary evaluations and treatment planning for youth with special needs. Disciplines emphasized: Social Work, Psychology, Speech Pathology, Audiology, Nursing, Special Education, Physical Therapy. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
PSYC g423 Community Practicum 1-6 credits. Students work in state and local agencies and involve themselves in professional activities including research, testing, and counseling. Four hours per week on site are required per credit hour. PREREQ: 24 CREDITS IN PSYCHOLOGY. F, S
PSYC g425 Psychology Clinic Practicum 1-6 credits. Students are supervised by faculty in the evaluation and treatment of the Psychology Department Clinic clients. Four hours per week in the clinic are required per credit. PREREQ: 24 CREDITS IN PSYCHOLOGY. F, S
PSYC g426 Psychology of the Problem Child 3 credits. Causes, common symptoms, therapeutic procedures, and preventive measures of maladjustment in children. PREREQ: PSYC 225. F
PSYC g427 Advanced Psychometric Methods 3 credits. Critical review of the major approaches to psychological assessment of individuals and groups with emphasis on administration and interpretation of paper and pencil personality tests. PREREQ: PSYC 227-228. D
PSYC g428 Personality Assessment 3 credits. Survey of psychometric instruments and techniques used in research and in applied settings. Includes approaches to evaluation of instruments and topics related to interpreting and applying data obtained from their use. PREREQ: PSYC 228 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
PSYC g431 Physiological Psychology I 3 credits. Introduction to neuropsychology with an emphasis on methods, basic neuroanatomy, and neurophysiology. PREREQ: PSYC 303. F
PSYC g432 Physiological Psychology II 3 credits. Survey of the physiological bases of psychological processes, including learning, emotion, motivation, sensation, and perception. Emphasizes current research and theory concerning brain mechanisms and behavior. PREREQ: PSYC 431 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. AS
PSYC g435 Animal Behavior 3 credits. Study of experiments in animal learning that have thrown light upon the problem of understanding human learning. Course is concerned with both observation and experimental studies of habit formation, conditioning, related endocrinology, and nerve structure as they are associated with behavior capabilities. PREREQ: SIX HOURS IN PSYCHOLOGY BEYOND 111-112 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
PSYC g443 Advanced Social Psychology 3 credits. In-depth study of current theory, issues and research in the field of social psychology. Emphasis is on newly emerging research areas such as nonverbal communication; human uses of space; development of moral and ethical values; helping behavior, and compliance-obedience research. PREREQ: PSYC 303 AND 341 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
PSYC g445 Psychology of Learning 3 credits. Survey of the major principles of learning. Including the processes underlying classical and instrumental conditioning and motor behavior. PREREQ: PSYC 303 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
PSYC g446 Cognitive Processes 3 credits. Survey of current theories of human learning and cognition, including decision-making, information processing and an emphasis on model building and current research. PREREQ: PSYC 445. AS
PSYC g451 Clinical Psychology 3 credits. Surveys the field of clinical psychology; with emphasis on past and present status, diagnosis, assessment, critical topics related to intervention, the clinical psychologist's professional role, and student training. PREREQ: PSYC 301. F
PSYC g452 Theory and Techniques of Psychotherapy 4 credits. Introduction to theories and techniques of individual, group, and marital/family therapies. Includes training in microcounseling skills. PREREQ: PSYC 301. S
PSYC g454 Clinical Psychology and the Law 2 credits. An introduction to the field of forensic psychology by exposing students to the primary areas in which clinical psychology relates to the legal system. Emphasis will be on expert testimony by clinicians in matters of criminal responsibility, mental competency, civil commitment, and child custody. D
PSYC g455-g456 Behavioral Assessment and Behavioral Assessment Laboratory, 3 and 1 credits. The assessment of social deviance through self-report, observational and mechanical technologies. Emphasis on the clinical utility of measurement strategies in the description of deviant behavior, treatment selection, and treatment evaluation. PREREQ: PSYC g445 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. AS
PSYC g460 Behavior Therapy 3 credits. Introduction to techniques, theories, and research in behavior therapy. Critical theoretical, empirical, and ethical issues will be integrated within the description and the demonstrations of behavior therapy techniques. The practice of behavior therapy will occupy the central focus of this course with the better part of in-class time devoted to technical rehearsal. PREREQ: PSYC 445 OR PSYC 451 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. AS
PSYC g464 Dilemmas of Youth 3 credits. This course surveys theory and research concerned with dilemmas of identity formation. Personal accounts, literature--classical and psychological--will serve to illustrate dilemmas and explain their resolutions. F
PSYC g465 Behavioral Medicine 3 credits. Psychological issues of health, disease states, and prevention. Critical evaluation of clinical research and practice, including nontraditional healing techniques and current models used to understand health and disease. PREREQ: PSYC 111 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. AS
PSYC g472 History of Psychology 3 credits. Modern psychology in historical perspective. The genesis of and development of the fundamental problems and methods of psychology, with emphasis on the more specific fields of research which constitute the chief chapters of experimental psychology. PREREQ: SIX HOURS IN PSYCHOLOGY BEYOND 111-112 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
PSYC g483 Special Problems 1-3 credits. Research or readings in a special area of interest to be arranged on an individual basis with individual faculty. PREREQ: 24 HOURS IN PSYCHOLOGY. D
PSYC 491 Seminar 2 credits. Each senior major in psychology will conduct and report research in one or two topics during the semester. The class will be devoted to critical discussion of the student's work at each stage. F, S
Religious Studies
Religion courses are offered by the LDS Institute of Religion, Logos Center for Religious Studies and the University Bible Church. The Logos Center includes the ISU Ecumenical Ministry (American Baptist, Disciples of Christ-Christian, Episcopal, United Methodist, United Presbyterian, United Church of Christ-Congregational) and the Lutheran and Roman Catholic Ministries in Higher Education. A maximum of eight credits may be applied toward a degree from the courses listed below.
Courses Eligible for Credit
RELI 103 Introduction to the Old Testament 2 credits. Chronological development of the Old Testament in its historical context. Graded S/U. D
RELI 104 Prophets of the Old Testament 2 credits. Background and teachings of the major and minor prophets. PREREQ: RELI 103 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. Graded S/U. D
RELI 108 Contemporary Christian Thought 2 credits. Broad outline of the theological, philosophical, and sociological current trends in Christian thinking with comparison to traditional Christian thought. Graded S/U. D
RELI 205 Introduction to the New Testament 2 credits. Chronological development of the New Testament in its historical context. Graded S/U. D
RELI 206 Teachings of Jesus 2 credits. Analysis of the life and thought of Jesus. PREREQ: RELI 205 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. Graded S/U. D
RELI 208 Life and Letters of Paul 2 credits. The life and letters of Paul considered in the light of their influence on the thought and growth of the church. PREREQ: RELI 205 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. Graded S/U. D
RELI 235 Christian Church History I 2 credits. Study of the beginnings of the Christian Church from 4 B.C. to 1000 A.D. Graded S/U. D
RELI 236 Christian Church History II 3 credits. Continuation of the history of the Christian Church 1000 A.D. to modern times. PREREQ: RELI 235 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. Graded S/U. D
RELI 238 Contemporary American Churches 2 credits. Premise, history, and development of American churches with some comparison. Graded S/U. D
RELI 251 The World's Living Religions 2 credits. Study and comparison of the major religions of the world with a view of understanding their similarities and differences. Graded S/U. D
RELI 275 Modern Christian Philosophy 2 credits. Analysis of 20th century trends in religious thought. Graded S/U. D
RELI 285 Christian Ethics 2 credits. Study of Christian teachings concerning the relationship of faith to problems of self and society. Graded S/U of faith to problems of self and society. Graded S/U. D
RELI 286 Christian Ethics, Courtship, and Marriage 2 credits. Emphasizes spiritual factors contributing to successful courtship, marriage, and family living. Graded S/U. D
Department of Sociology and Social Work
Chair and Associate Professor: Cutchen
Professors: Aho, Bryan, Sarraf
Assistant Professors: Druham, Oakes, Pierson
Adjunct Professor: Phoenix
The Department of Sociology and Social Work offers courses leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology or social work and the Master of Arts degrees in sociology. For a full description of the M.A. degrees refer to the Graduate Catalog. Sociology deals with social institutions, activities, and patterns of behavior of diverse groups. The challenge for sociologists is to sort out trends and to find ways to resolve the conflicts between groups of people.
The sociology major provides students with background in the basic theoretical, research, and substantive areas of the discipline. The field of sociology leads to an understanding of the social forces impinging upon one's life and can lead to careers in many diverse settings.
The social work program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education for the preparation of bachelor's-level social work practitioners. This program emphasizes a generic base for beginning professional social work practice. The goals of the program are to prepare the student for competent entry-level social work practice and for graduate education in social work or other helping professions.
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
Required Courses for Graduation
SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology 3 cr
SOC 112 Social Problems 3 cr
SOC 206 Sociological Methods 3 cr
SOC 207 Social Statistics 3 cr
SOC 301 Principles of Sociology 3 cr
SOC 361 Social Stratification 3 cr
SOC 403 Contemp. Sociological Theory 3 cr
TOTAL: 21 cr
Elective Courses
In addition to the required courses, students are expected to complete 21 credit hours from any of the remaining courses in the Sociology curriculum excluding SOC g482. Sixteen (16) of the total credits in Sociology must be upper division.
Minor in Sociology
Required Courses
SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology 3 cr
SOC 112 Social Problems 3 cr
SOC 206 Social Research 3 cr
SOC 301 Principles of Sociology 3 cr
TOTAL: 12 cr
Students who are taking research methods in their majors may omit SOC 206 and select 3 hours of additional elective credits.
Elective Courses (9 credits)
With the approval of a Department of Sociology faculty the student shall select nine credit hours from any of the remaining sociology courses.
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work
The Social Work Program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and provides students with a general base for beginning professional social work practice. Social workers and social welfare programs help individuals, families, groups, and communities meet basic human needs and enhance the quality of life. The social work curriculum is designed to:
Graduation Requirements for Major in Social Work
General University Requirements
As part of the general university requirements, the following courses are required of the major:
BIOS 120 Biology and Human Concerns 4 cr PSYC 111 Intro to Psychology 3 cr ECON 100 Economic Issues 3 cr
Departmental Requirements
SOC 101 Intro to Sociology 3 cr SOC 207 Social Statistics 3 cr SOC 248 Local and National Minorities 3 cr SOC 301 Principles of Sociology 3 cr
Social Work Course Requirements
SOWK 271 Intro to Social Work 3 cr
SOWK 272 Human Behavior and the
Social Environment 3 cr
SOWK 308 Social Work Research 3 cr
SOWK 371 Social Welfare Policy 3 cr
SOWK 372 Prac with Individuals and
Families 3 cr
SOWK 373 Group Work 3 cr
SOWK 476 Social Work Field Practicum I 6 cr
SOWK 477 Social Work Field Practicum II 6 cr
SOWK 497 Community Organization and
Social Change 3 cr
SOWK 498 Integration of Social Work
Methods 3 cr
An additional six units of upper division course work from any sociology, anthropology or social work courses are required.
Social Work Electives Include
SOWK g482 Independent Problems 6 cr SOWK g491 Seminar 3 cr
Sociology Courses
SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology 3 credits. Introduction to the scientific point of view in the study of group life, social institutions, and processes. Satisfies Goal 12 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
SOC 112 Social Problems 3 credits. Theoretical analyses and application of research to selected social issues and social institutions such as politics, economics, education, medicine, families, the military, crime and corrections, religion and related major social forces. Satisfies Goal 12 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
SOC 206 Sociological Methods 3 credits. Introduces the principles and procedures of scientific research and includes a variety of strategies and tools for studying social phenomena. F
SOC 207 Social Statistics 3 credits. A survey of statistical techniques utilized by sociologists, focusing on descriptive statistics, hypothesis testing, measures of association, and basic regression analysis. PREREQ: MATH 252. S
SOC 231 Juvenile Delinquency 3 credits. Theories of delinquency, criminal behavior, and law enforcement in relation to the modern social institutions in American culture. PREREQ: SOC 101 OR SOC 112. F
SOC 248 Local and National Minorities credits. Sociological assessment of historical backgrounds and contemporary situations of major local and national ethnic groups. Theories of race relations examine issues associated with Black, Chicano, and American Indian populations. Cross-listed as AMST 248. S
SOC 301 Principles of Sociology 3 credits. Intensive analysis of the basic concepts and orientations which make up the sociological perspective as an approach to the understanding of human behavior. Focus upon such fundamental sociological concepts as role, norm, value, interaction, cooperation, conflict, and other social processes. PREREQ: SOC 101. F, S
SOC 321 Marriage and Family 3 credits. Analysis of: American family in social-historical/institutional contexts; contemporary issues confronting family as social institution and impact of family interaction dynamics on personal development/interpersonal relationships. Cross-listed as HEC 321. F
SOC g330 Sociology of Health and Illness 3 credits. Sociological examination of health and illness including social and cultural variables related to illness, conceptual problems in research on health care, and a discussion of the professions associated with health care. AF
SOC g335 Demography and Human Ecology 3 credits. A study of the interrelationships of population trends with technology, environment, and social institution. Consideration of world population patterns and their implications. AF
SOC g361 Social Stratification 3 credits. Theories and methodology of status systems; the relation of class to the social structure; analysis of class in different societies, with emphasis upon the class system in contemporary American society. PREREQ: SOC 101 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
SOC g364 Industry and Society 3 credits. Summary of the scientific knowledge that is applicable to the understanding of the sociological aspects in industrialization as a culture system, the individual work situation, and the socio-political and community aspects of industrialism. PREREQ: SOC 101 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
SOC g366 The Community 3 credits. Development of the concept of "community." Examination of selected theories of community origins, characteristics, and consequences, internal community structure, tensions, and processes of change. PREREQ: S0C 101. AS
SOC g368 The Sociology of Religion 3 credits. Contemporary issues as they relate to religion. The relationship of religion to other social institutions. Religious experience and mysticism. Prophecy and its routinization. Cults and religious dissent. PREREQ: SOC 101. F
SOC 397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
SOC g403 Contemporary Sociological Theory 3 credits. Survey and appraisal of major schools of sociological thought at present, with an examination of areas of change and controversy emphasizing recent significant sociological contributions. PREREQ: SOC 101 AND 103. S
SOC g408 Advanced Sociological Methods 3 credits. Emphasizes advanced techniques in research design, data measurement, and multivariate analysis utilizing computer application. PREREQ: SOC 206 AND SOC 207. AS
SOC g413 Mind, Self and Society 3 credits. Discussion of regularities in human social behavior and interaction arising from group life. Emphasizes communication, attitude, language, interpersonal perception, sexual identities, symbolic interaction and other phenomenological experiences. PREREQ: SOC 101. F
SOC g431 Criminology 3 credits. Analysis of criminal law, law enforcement, judicial roles and processes, correctional approaches, the criminal offender and societal reactions. Theory and research as applicable to behavior and institutional relations. PREREQ: SOC 231. S
SOC g450 Sociology of the Third World 3 credits. Survey of pertinent literature and analysis of the socio-economic characteristics of third world countries. The quest for modernization and social change, along with the obstacles encountered by developing nations, will be emphasized. S
SOC g482 Independent Problems 1-4 credits. Consultation course consisting of independent student effort under the guidance of the instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
SOC g491 Seminar 3 credits. Readings, discussion, and preparation of reports on selected topics. May be repeated for up to 6 credits. D
Social Work Courses
SOWK 271 Introduction to Social Work 3 credits. Introduction to social welfare institutions, social work profession, practice approaches, occupational contexts, and historical development of social welfare. Designed for students considering a career in social work or related fields. F, S
SOWK 272 Human Behavior and the Social Environment 3 credits. Survey of human development from conception through adulthood. Focus is on the social context within which the bio-psycho-social development occurs using systems theory as a frame work. F, S
SOWK 308 Social Work Research 3 credits. Basic elements of the scientific method and research on human behavior. Examination of various research designs and techniques utilized in the field. F
SOWK 371 Social Welfare Policy 3 credits. Social policies are created as society's strategy for addressing social problems such as unemployment, poverty, mental illness. Programs and policies are re-examined to understand strengths and weaknesses. PREREQ: SOWK 271 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
SOWK 372 Practice with Individuals and Families 3 credits. Presents generic base of skills utilizing systems theory. Interviewing methods, problem identification, assessment, treatment planning, implementation and evaluation are examined in use with families and individuals. PREREQ: SOWK 272 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
SOWK 373 Group Work 3 credits. Group theory, process and dynamics and their application to practice. Designing, facilitating and terminating groups using a generic skills base. PREREQ: SOWK 372 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. S
SOWK 397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
SOWK g417 Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team 1 credit. Introduction to the principles and techniques of interdisciplinary evaluations and treatment planning for youth with special needs. Disciplines emphasized: Social Work, Psychology, Speech Pathology, Audiology, Nursing, Special Education, Physical Therapy. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
SOWK 476-477 Social Work Field Practicum I & II 6 credits each. Field experience in a social service agency under direct supervision of licensed social worker. Minimum of 200 hours of field instruction and weekly seminar. PREREQ: SOWK 373 AND SOWK 372. F, S
SOWK g482 Independent Problems. Consultation course which may be repeated for maximum of 6 credits. PREREQ: 12 CREDITS IN SOCIAL WORK AND PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
SOWK g491 Seminar 3 credits. Reading, discussion, and preparation of reports on selected topics. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
SOWK 497 Community Organization and Social Change 3 credits. Practice skills related to understanding and working in the community. Focus is on social action and social change. PREREQ: SOWK 373 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F
SOWK 498 Integration of Social Work Methods 3 credits. Integration of advanced skills and theory involved in working with individuals, families, groups, and communities. Focus on work with poor, elderly, minorities, and women. PREREQ: SOWK 497. S
Program in Women's Studies
Directors: Professor Ruckman and
Assistant Professor Hogan
Minor in Women's Studies
Women's Studies promotes an interdisciplinary approach to learning which emphasizes gender as an essential component in an understanding of our past, present, and future. Its focus on women and attempt to see the world through women's eyes provide a different perspective on familiar subjects. Its emphasis on women's concerns and women's achievements opens up new areas of study. By helping students to understand how gender shapes both women's and men's lives, the Women's Studies program prepares them to cope with current realities and encourages them to contemplate future change.
An interdisciplinary minor in Women's Studies consists of 18 credits of courses in gender topics offered by various departments and approved by the director of Women's Studies. The 18 credits must include W S 201 and one upper division course. Courses include HIST 439, Women in History; SPCH 440 Gender and Communication; SOC 321, Marriage and Family; PSYC 205, Human Sexuality; ANTH 215, Women and Sex Roles in Anthropological Perspective. In addition, special courses in gender topics are offered by various departments. Students who are pursuing a minor in Women's Studies should consult the Director of Women's Studies each semester for a current listing of approved courses in gender topics.
Women's Studies Course
W S 201 Introduction to Women's Studies 3 credits. Interdisciplinary survey of the ways that various academic disciplines examine women's roles and women's issues past and present and in various cultures, with a focus on American culture. D