May 17, 2024  
University Catalog 2013-2014 
    
University Catalog 2013-2014 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Kinesiology (Undergraduate)

A student who has completed an intermediate or advanced course may not subsequently receive credit for a lower level course in the same activity.

Successful completion of UNIV 400, the Writing Proficiency Examination, is prerequisite to enrollment in all upper division major courses in kinesiology.

All 400-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements except the following, subject to limits established by School and approval of graduate adviser: KIN 498, 499

  
  • KIN 495B - Advanced Directed Field Experience in Community Leadership


    (3)
    Prerequisites: KIN Core Courses, KIN Community Leadership Option Courses, submission of Certificate of Clearance to course instructor, and consent of instructor. Student placement to provide experiential learning in leadership of physical activity programs under supervision in a community agency or school setting. The focus is delivering physical activity programming for underserved youth. Graded CR/NC. If students receive a “NC” they may repeat the entire course only once.

  
  • KIN 496 - Capstone Seminar in Exercise and Human Performance


    (4)
    Prerequisites: KIN 485B. Integration of concepts of other courses in both the exercise and human performance option and the core; provision of a forum for sharing experiences obtained in the practicum and field experience; preparation for certifications in exercise science provided by various professional organizations.

  
  • KIN 497 - Projects


    (1–3)
    Projects

  
  • KIN 498 - Cooperative Education – Advanced

    (see UNIV 498)
    (2)
    Cooperative Education – Advanced

  
  • KIN 499 - Undergraduate Directed Study


    (1–4)
    Prerequisite: Consent of an instructor to act as sponsor. Project selected in conference with sponsor before registration; progress meetings held regularly, and final report submitted. May be repeated for credit.


Kinesiology (Graduate)

All 400-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements except the following, subject to limits established by School and approval of graduate adviser: KIN 498, 499

Classified graduate standing is required for admission to 500-level courses.

  
  • KIN 434 - Organizational Strategies for Adapted Physical Education


    (4)
    Techniques for program, curriculum development in adapted physical education; effect of current legislation on roles and responsibilities of adapted physical educators; design and development of curricular materials for urban and rural environments.

  
  • KIN 503 - Applied Statistics in Kinesiology


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Undergraduate introductory course in statistics. Analysis of variables related to kinesiology, application of statistical procedures in basic research design.

  
  • KIN 504 - Research Design in Kinesiology


    (5)
    Prerequisites: KIN 503 or consent of instructor; undergraduate major in Kinesiology or related discipline. Must be completed within first 12 units of the student’s approved program. Analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of research studies and investigations in kinesiology.

  
  • KIN 507 - Cultural Analyses of Sport in the United States


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Examination of research focused on cultural analyses of sport as a sociocultural system with an emphasis on diverse populations. Focuses on theoretical and conceptual issues in the sociology of sport.

  
  • KIN 536 - Seminar: Issues in Adapted Physical Education


    (4)
    Prerequisite: KIN 491. Individual survey and analysis of current issues in administration, supervision, instruction, curriculum, and assessment in adapted physical education.

  
  • KIN 545 - Research on Effective Teaching in Physical Education


    (4)
    Methods for research on teaching in physical education; knowledge of research results related to teaching and teacher effectiveness; and current trends in research on effective teaching in physical education.

  
  • KIN 546 - Analysis of Physical Education Programming


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Examination of scholarly literature concerning principles of program development and analysis; consideration of internal and external influences on program design; comparative analyses of contemporary school-based program models.

  
  • KIN 548 - Physical Activity Program Leadership


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Analysis of research concerning skills to lead, manage, and assess physical activity programs: advocacy; staff management, development and supervision; public relations and marketing; fundraising; assessing program needs. Service learning required.

  
  • KIN 549 - Portraits of Physical Activity Experiences


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Analysis and critique of research concerning experiences of physical activity participants, including children in school and community settings, and adults across the age span in a variety of community settings.

  
  • KIN 554 - Selected Topics in Kinesiology


    (4)
    Advanced study of selected contemporary topics in Kinesiology. May be repeated a maximum of 12 units as topics change.

  
  • KIN 555 - Community Development and Physical Activity Programming


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Examination and analysis of research on community development utilizing an asset-based model; application of knowledge to promote physical activity programs that support building and strengthening communities.

  
  • KIN 560 - Cardiorespiratory Aspects of Human Performance


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. In-depth analysis of research concerning the functions of cardiovascular and pulmonary systems during rest, physical performance and recovery and their adaptation to exercise training. Seminar 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours.

  
  • KIN 561 - Neuromuscular Aspects of Human Performance


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Analysis of research concerning neuromuscular factors involved in human movement. Special emphasis upon the nervous and muscular systems related to the expression and enhancement of muscular strength, endurance and power. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours.

  
  • KIN 562 - Exercise Interventions in Cardiac Rehabilitation


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Analysis of research concerning development and administration of cardiac rehabilitation programs with a special emphasis on exercise testing, prescription, and training of cardiac patients in outpatient phases.

  
  • KIN 563 - Exercise Interventions in Neuromuscular Rehabilitation


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Examination and analysis of state-of-the-art rehabilitation practices, research knowledge, and theories for regaining movement after neuromuscular injuries.

  
  • KIN 564 - Exercise Interventions for Special Populations


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Examination of research concerning physiological responses and adaptations to exercise of special populations. Includes exercise testing and prescription. Emphasis on exercise limitations and responses which differ from normal populations.

  
  • KIN 565 - Endocrine Aspects of Human Performance


    (4)
    Prerequisites: BIOL 200AB and consent of instructor. In-depth analysis of the normal and abnormal functions of the endocrine system during rest, physical performance, and recovery, and the system’s adaptation to exercise training.

  
  • KIN 580 - Exercise Psychology


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Psychological issues associated with exercise and physical activity. Analysis and critique of research and theory relevant to exercise adherence, motivation, self-efficacy, and attributional style. Practical applications of theoretical concepts.

  
  • KIN 596 - Comprehensive Examination


    (0)
    See the Comprehensive Examination in the requirements for the (Masters) Degree section of this chapter.

  
  • KIN 598 - Graduate Directed Study in Kinesiology


    (1–4)
    Prerequisite: Instructor consent to act as sponsor. Independent study of advanced topics; regular conferences with sponsor. Maybe repeated to a maximum of 12 units.

  
  • KIN 599 - Thesis or Project


    (1–6)
    Prerequisites: Advancement to candidacy, consent of student’s graduate adviser to act as sponsor. Independent research resulting in a thesis, or independent project that applies theoretical knowledge to professional problem solving. Must be repeated to a maximum of 6 units. Graded CR/NC.


Korean (Undergraduate)

  
  • KOR 100A - Elementary Korean


    (4)
    Prerequisites: See departmental “Limitation on Language Credit” policy in this catalog. Must be taken in sequence. Methodical presentation of the fundamental structure of the language through hearing, speaking, reading, and writing Korean. Introduction to the customs, culture, and institutions of the Korean people.

    GE C4
  
  • KOR 100B - Elementary Korean


    (4)
    Prerequisites: See departmental “Limitation on Language Credit” policy in this catalog. Must be taken in sequence. Methodical presentation of the fundamental structure of the language through hearing, speaking, reading, and writing Korean. Introduction to the customs, culture, and institutions of the Korean people.

    GE C4
  
  • KOR 100C - Elementary Korean


    (4)
    Prerequisites: See departmental “Limitation on Language Credit” policy in this catalog. Must be taken in sequence. Methodical presentation of the fundamental structure of the language through hearing, speaking, reading, and writing Korean. Introduction to the customs, culture, and institutions of the Korean people.

    GE C4
  
  • KOR 200A - Intermediate Korean


    (4)
    Prerequisite: See departmental “Limitation on Language Credit” policy in this catalog. Must be taken in sequence. Methodical development of intermediate communicative skills in Korean; grammar review; vocabulary building; study of the customs, culture. and institutions of the Korean people.

  
  • KOR 200B - Intermediate Korean


    (4)
    Prerequisite: See departmental “Limitation on Language Credit” policy in this catalog. Must be taken in sequence. Methodical development of intermediate communicative skills in Korean; grammar review; vocabulary building; study of the customs, culture. and institutions of the Korean people.

  
  • KOR 200C - Intermediate Korean


    (4)
    Prerequisite: See departmental “Limitation on Language Credit” policy in this catalog. Must be taken in sequence. Methodical development of intermediate communicative skills in Korean; grammar review; vocabulary building; study of the customs, culture. and institutions of the Korean people.

  
  • KOR 300A - Advanced Korean


    (4)
    Prerequisite: KOR 200C. Advanced study of Korean with emphasis on reading and writing. Continuation of aural-oral practice as an integral part of the course.

  
  • KOR 300B - Advanced Korean


    (4)
    Prerequisite: KOR 200C. Advanced study of Korean with emphasis on reading and writing. Continuation of aural-oral practice as an integral part of the course.

  
  • KOR 300C - Advanced Korean


    (4)
    Prerequisite: KOR 200C. Advanced study of Korean with emphasis on reading and writing. Continuation of aural-oral practice as an integral part of the course.

  
  • KOR 310 - Traditional Korean Civilization


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Intermediate level of Korean Proficiency. Historical overview of traditional Korean civilization from its origin to the late 19th century. Emphasis on understanding distinctive Korean intellectual history, culture, religion, and society. 

  
  • KOR 311 - Modern Korean Civilization


    (4)
    Prerequisite: Intermediate level of Korean Proficiency. Historical overview of modern Korean civilization from the late 19th century. Emphasis on understanding distinctive Korean intellectual history, culture, religion, and society.  

  
  • KOR 320 - Introduction to Korean Linguistics


    (4)
    Prerequisites: Intermediate-level proficiency in Korean. Exploration of the structure of the Korean language. Focuses attention on typological characteristics of Korean in terms of syntax, morphology, pragmatics, semantics and historical linguistics.

  
  • KOR 395 - Korean in Community Service


    (1–6)
    Prerequisite: KOR 300C. Approval of departmental faculty advisor in consultation with EPIC director, acceptance by community agency. Participation in work of a community agency or program utilizing communication skills in Korean. May be repeated to maximum of 6 units. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • KOR 397 - Field Work in Korean


    (1–6)
    Prerequisite: KOR 300C. To be established by coordinator in consultation with host organizations. Field work and internships in occupations in which communication skills in Korean can be used and perfected. May be repeated to maximum of 6 units. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • KOR 400 A - Advanced Reading and Composition in Korean: Current Issues in Politics and Education


    (4)
    Prerequisites: Intermediate-level proficiency in Korean. Focuses attention on productive skills (speaking and writing) in modern Korean; expository writing and presentation/debate are emphasized; covers current societal issues, including politics, Korean War, and education.

  
  • KOR 400 B - Advanced Reading and Composition in Korean: Current Issues in Economy and


    (4)
    Prerequisites: KOR 400 A or instructor’s consent. Focuses on productive skills (speaking and writing) in modern Korean; expository writing and presentation/debate are emphasized; covers current societal issues, including economy, industry and environment.

  
  • KOR 400 C - Advanced Reading and Composition in Korean: Current Issues in Technology and U.S.-Korea Relations


    (4)
    Prerequisites: KOR 400 B or instructor’s consent. Focuses on productive skills (speaking and writing) in modern Korean; expository writing and presentation/debate are emphasized; covers current societal issues, including geography, technology and American-Korean relations.

  
  • KOR 408 - Classical Korean Literature


    (4)
    Prerequisites: Intermediate-level proficiency in Korean. Explores classical Korean literature from the beginning until Chosun (the 19th century). Covers diverse genres: poems, essays, novels, dramas, and letters. Discussion is focused on the distinctiveness of Korean literature.

  
  • KOR 410 - Modern Korean Literature


    (4)
    Prerequisites: Intermediate-level proficiency in Korean. Explores modern Korean literature from the colonial period to the present. Covers diverse genres: poetry, novels, dramas, and essays. Discussion is focused on the universality and the distinctiveness of Korean literature. 


Latin (Undergraduate)

  
  • LATN 354 - Special Topics in Latin


    (1–4)
    Prerequisite: As needed for specific topic. Topics of special interest to students of Latin as announced in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated to maximum of 8 units for credit.


Latin American Studies (Undergraduate)

All 400-level courses listed in the undergraduate major, general option, may be applied toward master’s degree requirements except the following, subject to limits established by the department and approval of the graduate adviser: LAS 497AB.

  
  • LAS 102 - The African Diaspora in the United States

    (also listed as PAS 102)
    (4)
    Diversity among the varied people of African descent in the United States and their relation to the dominant society. GE D

    GE D ; Approved diversity course
  
  • LAS 108 - Comparative Ethnic Studies

    (also listed as CHS, AAAS, PAS 108)
    (4)
    his survey course examines comparatively the notions of “race” and ethnicity, the exploitation based on these statuses, and the resulting resistance and multi-ethnic social movements in the U.S. and elsewhere.

  
  • LAS 140 - Introduction to Globalization, Race, and Place

    (also listed as AAAS 140 and PAS 140)
    (4)
    Explores the role of race in structuring social relations around the globe, with special focus on the globalization of discourses about race.
     

  
  • LAS 150 - Introduction to Latin American Studies


    (4)
    A multidisciplinary introduction to the history, peoples, social structure, and geography of Latin America with emphasis on the formation of its diverse societies.

    GE D ; Approved diversity course
  
  • LAS 255 - Diverse Latin American Populations in Southern California

    (also listed as CHS 255)
    (4)
    The formation of and differences among the varied Latin American people in the Southern California region and their participation in contemporary society.

    GE D ; Approved diversity course
  
  • LAS 320 - Mesoamerican Civilization

    (also listed as ANTH/ART/CHS/HIST 320)
    (4)
    This is an interdisciplinary course that critically examines Mesoamerica as a civilization, with an emphasis on art, archaeology, literature, and cultural history.

  
  • LAS 335 - Race and Culture in the Americas

    (also listed as CHS 335)
    (4)
    Prerequisites: Completion of Basic Subjects (Block A) and one course from Block C. Comparative study of race and ethnicity as expressed in the arts and culture of Latin America, the Caribbean and the United States.

    GE Theme H ; Approved diversity course
  
  • LAS 342 - Cultural Impact of Development

    (also listed as PAS 342)
    (4)
    Prerequisites: Completion of G.E. Basic Subjects (Block A) and one course from Block C. Impact of colonialism, neocolonialism and globalization on art, literature, music and identity in developing countries.

    GE Theme A ; Approved diversity course
  
  • LAS 360 - Dynamics of Change in the Developing World

    (also listed as PAS and POLS 360)
    (4)
    Prerequisites: Completion of Basic Subjects (Block A) and one course from Block D. Case studies illustrating why the Third World came into being and how it is changing in the context of the globalized world economy.

    GE Theme A ; Approved diversity course
  
  • LAS 395 - Community Service in Latin American Studies


    (1–4)
    Prerequisites: Approval by departmental faculty adviser, acceptance by a community agency. Participation as a volunteer in work of a community agency or activity utilizing professional and/or vocational skills in service to community. Graded CR/NC. May be repeated to maximum of 9 units.

  
  • LAS 404 - The Central American Experience in the US

    (also listed as CHS 404)
    (4)
    Prerequisite: CHS 111 or CHS/LAS 255. Aspects of the Central American experience in the U. S. with emphasis on the transnational connections between the countries of origin and the communities of residence in the U. S.

  
  • LAS 423 - Migration, Identity, and Religion

    (also listed as CHS 423 and RELS 423)
    (4)
    Examines the role of Theology of Liberation and Evangelical Christianity in the lives of Mexicans and Latin Americans in their home countries as well as immigrants in the US.

  
  • LAS 424 - The United States and Latin America


    (4)
    Examination and analysis of relations between the U.S. and Latin American nations; the inter-American system.

  
  • LAS 425 - Latin American Responses to Imperialism and Globalization


    (4)
    The impact upon Latin America of U.S. world hegemony and the process of globalization and Latin American response to these forces. Major international issues confronting Latin America.

  
  • LAS 430 - Cuba and the World


    (4)
    An overview of Cuban society, politics and popular culture as well as its situation in the world.

  
  • LAS 449 - Anthropology of Race and Racism

    (also listed as ANTH 449, AAAS 449, and CHS 449)
    (4)
    This course examines the anthropological ideas of race, its emergence, and its relationship to the constructions of racisms and racializations in comparative settings and in contemporary situations.

  
  • LAS 450 - Special Studies in Latin American Studies


    (1–4)
    Prerequisites: Upper division standing, others as needed for specific topic. Selected topics in Latin American Studies differ each quarter; examined in manner of undergraduate seminar; individual readings, written/oral reports, discussion. Repeatable to maximum of 12 units as subject matter changes.

  
  • LAS 465 - Gender, Sexuality, and Transnational Migration

    (also listed as CHS 465 and WOMN 465)
    (4)
    Explores international migration through the lens of gender and sexuality. Interdisciplinary examination of perspectives on socio-economic and legal issues affecting the lives, identities, and narratives of transnational (im)migrants.

  
  • LAS 470 - Labor and Social Movements in the Americas


    (4)
    A theoretical and historical overview of labor and social movements in the Americas with an emphasis on 1945 to the present. Four hours of lecture/discussion; service learning option.

  
  • LAS 482 - Latin American Women’s Movements

    (also listed as CHS 482 and WOMN 482)
    (4)
    Examines Latin American women’s movements and feminist organizing in the U.S., Mexico, Central America, South America and the Caribbean.

  
  • LAS 497A - Interdisciplinary Approaches to Latin American Studies


    (4)
    Prerequisites: LAS 150, Satisfactory completion of the Graduate Writing Assessment Requirement (GWAR). Reading ability in Spanish or Portuguese. Changing perspectives and varied methodological approaches to Latin America over the past five decades; selection of research topic; bibliography preparation.

  
  • LAS 497B - Research and Writing on Selected Latin American Topics


    (4)
    Prerequisite: LAS 497A. Senior course. Development of research skills and paper in English on topic selected in LAS 497A.

  
  • LAS 499 - Undergraduate Directed Study


    (1–4)
    Prerequisite: Instructor consent to act as sponsor. Project selected in conference with sponsor before registration, progress meetings held regularly, and final report submitted. May be repeated for credit.


Latin American Studies (Graduate)

All 400-level courses listed in the undergraduate major, general option, may be applied toward master’s degree requirements except the following, subject to limits established by the department and approval of the graduate adviser: LAS 497AB.
Classified graduate standing is required for admission to all 500-level courses.

  
  • LAS 508 - Seminar: Latin American Social Systems


    (4)
    Recommended prerequisites: ANTH 404 or 408, reading competence in Spanish or Portuguese. Analysis of selected aspects of contemporary Latin American social systems. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • LAS 590 - Interdisciplinary Seminar: Latin American Studies


    (4)
    Prerequisite: LAS 497AB. Interdisciplinary investigation and discussion of selected Latin American topics. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • LAS 596 - Comprehensive Examination


    (0)
    See Comprehensive Examination in the requirements for the Masters Degree section.

  
  • LAS 598 - Graduate Directed Study


    (1–4)
    Prerequisite: Instructor consent to act as sponsor. Independent study of advanced topics in field; regular conferences with sponsor. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • LAS 599 - Thesis


    (1–9)
    Prerequisites: Instructor consent to act as sponsor, approval of topic prior to registration. Independent research resulting in a thesis. May be repeated to maximum of 9 units. Graded CR/NC.


Liberal Studies (Undergraduate)

All 400-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements, subject to limits established by the department and approval of the graduate adviser

  
  • LBS 234 - Multicultural Arts, L. A.


    (4)
    Cultural, historical, social context for community/ municipal arts in L.A. (performance, visual, musical, literary). Emphasis on race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexuality, and youth. Attend performances/museums; discussion with artists/experts. Some course sections may offer a service learning option.

    GE C2 ; Approved diversity course
  
  • LBS 301 - Interdisciplinary Investigation


    (4)
    Prerequisite: ENGL 102. Principles and techniques of interdisciplinary problem solving, nature and limitations of knowledge, evaluation of evidence, strategy and methods of integrating materials drawn from different disciplines. Requires concurrent enrollment in LBS 302 for Liberal Studies majors.

  
  • LBS 302 - Writing the Interdisciplinary Essay


    (2)
    Prerequisites: ENGL 102. Principles and techniques of interdisciplinary research, critical analysis, and writing. Requires concurrent enrollment in Liberal Studies 301.

  
  • LBS 360 - Interdisciplinary Approaches to Culture and Society


    (4)
    Prerequisite: LBS 301 and LBS 302. Examination of interdisciplinary modes of cultural and social inquiry. Introduces concepts, theories, and methods of cultural analysis. Application to historical or contemporary issues and problems of diversity and everyday life.

  
  • LBS 386 - Gender in Science


    (4)
    Prerequisites: Completion of GE Basic Subjects (Block A) and at least one course each from Blocks B, C, and D. Interdisciplinary exploration of scientific conceptions of gender and the effects of gender ideology on the history of science from the Scientific Revolution to the present.

    GE Theme C
  
  • LBS 390 - Race, Class, and Gender in the Classroom


    (4)
    Prerequisites: LBS 301 and LBS 360, or permission from instructor. Critical examination of the effects of race, ethnicity, socioeconomic class, and gender as they are experienced in educational settings.Emphasis on the cultural reproduction of values in the learning process.

  
  • LBS 395 - Sociocultural Impact of Globalization for the Developing World

    (Also listed as COMM 395)
    (4)
    Prerequisite completion of the lower division GE Basic Subjects, and at least one course each from Blocks B, C, and D. Critical examination of globalization and its economic, political, and sociocultural challenges for the developing world. Emphasis on globalizing institutions, transborder flows, international communication, social change, and cultural identity.

    GE Theme A
  
  • LBS 410 - National Identity, Race, and Popular Culture


    (4)
    Prerequisite: LBS 301. Interdisciplinary focus on the formation of national identities; examines relationship between race, national identity and popular culture through fiction, film, music, consumerism, and cultural institutions such as written media, schools, and museums.

  
  • LBS 420 - Science, Culture, and Representation


    (4)
    Prerequisite: LBS 301. Interdisciplary study of how science is represented in cultural texts–such as literature, film, and TV; also an emphasis on scientific texts as literature to examine how culture is embedded in science.

  
  • LBS 422 - Asian Americans in Science and Literature

    (also listed as AAAS 422)
    (4)
    Prerequisites: ENGL 102, upper division standing. Interdisciplinary exploration of how Asians have been represented - and how Asian Americans have represented themselves - in relation to science and technology.

  
  • LBS 454 - Selected Topics in Liberal Studies


    (1–4)
    Prerequisites: Upper division standing, and others as needed for specific topic. Intensive study of selected topic from interdisciplinary perspective; subjects vary. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units for credit.

  
  • LBS 460 - Cultural Studies: Theories and Methods


    (4)
    Prerequisite: LBS 360. Theories and methods of Cultural Studies as an interdisciplinary mode of social inquiry. Overview of historical, theoretical, and methodological underpinnings. Exploration of cultural identity, struggle, and representation.

  
  • LBS 489 - Senior Project


    (4)
    Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of the graduation writing assessment requirement (WPE/GWAR), LBS 360, senior standing. Advanced principles and techniques of interdisciplinary research, including research and methodology; supervised senior project. Requires concurrent enrollment in LBS 490.

  
  • LBS 490 - Proseminar in Liberal Studies


    (4)
    Advanced interdisciplinary study of structure and practice of knowledge at key institutional sites such as the family, school, media, and arts; and government. Requires concurrent enrollment in LBS 489.

  
  • LBS 499 - Undergraduate Directed Study


    (1–4)
    Prerequisites: Instructor consent to act as sponsor, approval of coordinator, minimum 2.5 grade point average. Projects must be approved before registration, progress meetings held regularly, and final report submitted. May be repeated for credit.


Library Course (Undergraduate)

  
  • LIBR 150 - Introduction to Information Literacy and Research Skills


    (1)
    Develops effective and efficient skills for identifying, retrieving, and critically evaluating electronic, print, and Internet sources. Assists students in preparing information literate papers and presentations. Graded ABC/NC.

  
  • LIBR 230 - Intermediate Information Literacy and Research Skills for Lifelong Professional Success


    (2)
    Explores how information is produced and used in professional settings. Designed to teach students research and critical thinking skills required to access, evaluate, synthesize and understand information for professional success and development. Graded ABC/NC.

  
  • LIBR 250 - Intermediate Information Literacy and Library Research Skills


    (2)
    A practical and theoretical course offering students a framework for how information and knowledge is produced in society and organized by libraries and indexing systems. Designed to give students the technological skills and critical thinking abilities needed to access and use the printed and electronic information resources found in libraries and on the Internet; develop strategies for finding, evaluating, synthesizing and managing information. Graded ABC/NC

  
  • LIBR 330 - Advanced Information Literacy for Decision Making in the Professional World


    (4)
    Advanced information literacy course that considers the role of information in a professional context. Using company, industry, legal and demographic information, research, analysis and decision-making in professional environments will be simulated and explored. Graded ABC/NC.

  
  • LIBR 430 - Legal Information Literacy


    (4)
    Advanced information literacy course that considers the use and impact of different forms of legal information. Students will learn to analyze and evaluate legal information to determine meaning and relevancy. Graded ABC/NC.


Manufacturing Process and Automation (Undergraduate)

All 400-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements, subject to limits established by the department and approval of the graduate adviser.

  
  • TECH 160 - Introduction to Metalworking


    (3)
    Basic metal properties, metalworking processes, and hand and machine tool applications. Lecture 1 1/2 hours, laboratory 4 1/2 hours.

  
  • TECH 360 - Modern Manufacturing


    (3)
    Introduction to the practices and procedures used in modern manufacturing to bring a product to market. Review of industrial materials, processes, standards, safety, quality, and computer software used in manufacturing. Lecture 1 1/2 hours, laboratory 4 1/2 hours.

  
  • TECH 361 - Welding Technology


    (3)
    Prerequisite: TECH 160. Inert gas, oxyacetylene, and electric arc welding, cutting, brazing, and testing theory and practice. Lecture 1 1/2 hours, laboratory 4 1/2 hours.

  
  • TECH 448 - Plastics Technology


    (3)
    History, materials, processes, and application of plastics technology; principles and procedures of modern application in industry. Lecture 1 1/2 hours, laboratory 4 1/2 hours.

  
  • TECH 460 - Manufacturing, Materials, and Processes


    (3)
    Prerequisite: TECH 360. Materials and processes used in manufacturing. Processes to organize industrial activity as well as hard processes used to shape and form materials. Lecture 1 1/2 hours, laboratory 4 1/2 hours.

  
  • TECH 462 - Digital Manufacturing


    (3)
    Prerequisites: TECH 360, and 460. Development of basic skills needed to perform simulation construction in the virtual manufacturing environment with CNC, CAM, machining and robotics simulation. Lecture 1 1/2 hours, laboratory 4 ½ hours.

 

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