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Subject Catalog Number Course Title Course Description Summer 2013 Fall 2013 ANTH 3131 Contempry Cultrl Anthropology The comparative study of culture as manifested in technology, language, personality and religion and in the social, economic and political organization of societies Offered Offered ANTH 3532 Politic/Economic Anthropology Examines the methods and theories used by anthropologists to understand political and economic systems in traditional and developing socie02ties. N/A N/A ANTH 3535 Topics in Asian Studies Investigation of social and cultural diversity. Focuses on religion economy, politics and social structure. Topics vary, may be repeated for credit with permission. N/A N/A ANTH 3537 Topics in African Studies Investigation of cultural diversity of African societies and African diaspora. N/A N/A ANTH 3538 Topics in Middle East Societie Investigates the social and cultural diversity of peoples of the Middle Eastern societies. Focuses on religion, economy, politics, and social structure. Topics vary, may be repeated for credit with permission. N/A Offered ANTH 3631 Anthropology of Food Explores production, consumption, and distribution of food in the United States and internationally. Offered N/A ANTH 3632 Medicine, Bodies & Culture Studies the relationships among illness, health, healing systems, the human body, bodily practices, and broader systems of social power through lecture, discussion, films, and projects. N/A Offered ANTH 4031 Studies in Cultural Diversity Critical examination of cultural diversity as expressed in formations of ethnicity, race, class, nationalism and gender. Topic may vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. Offered Offered ANTH 4330 Cultural Study Abroad Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Course exposes students to culture, history, religion and politics of another country. Involves foreign travel, and includes prerequisite of semester long course focusing on study abroad country. N/A N/A ANTH 4333 Peoples of Mexico & Cen Amer Surveys anthropological approaches to the regions of Mexico, Central America and the US-Mexico border. Particular attention paid to gender and women's issues, as well as race and class. N/A Offered ANTH 4334 Native Americans Examines social and cultural diversity of indigenous peoples of North America from an anthropological and historical perspective. Offered N/A ANTH 4431 Women In Society A cross-cultural study of the environment, biological and cultural factors in the division of labor; and assignment of roles, male and female. "Women's Studies N/A N/A ANTH 4432 Human Rights & Social Justice Exploration of conceptions of human rights and of recent attempts to reconcile such conceptions in the context of globalization and from the perspective of social justice. Offered N/A ANTH 4531 Families and Community Examines ideas of family, race, gender and relatedness in transnational and cross-cultural perspective. Draws on case studies and theories from anthropology and other fields. N/A Offered ANTH 4532 World Prehist And Archaeology Examines the basic methods and theories used by archaeologists to explore human evolution and prehistory. N/A Offered ANTH 4634 Visual Anthropology Study of anthropology through the visual media, specifically film and still photography. N/A N/A ANTH 4732 Applied Qualitative Meth Skill building-course focused on different methods, protocols, and techniques of qualitative research practices as applicable in social science studies and beyond. N/A N/A ANTH 4839 Indt Study In Anthropology Independent Study in Anthropology. Permission of instructor required. N/A N/A ANTH 4931 Selected Topics Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A Offered ANTH 5032 Political Economy Surveys current anthropological approaches to political and economic issues. Offered N/A ANTH 5333 Cultures of Mexico & Cen Amer Surveys anthropological approaches to societies of Mexico, Central America and the U.S.-Mexico border. Students will be exposed to methods, theories and case studies and will gain skills required to conduct future research on the topic. N/A N/A ANTH 5334 Native American Cultures Examines social and cultural diversity of indigenous peoples of North America from an anthropological and historical perspective. N/A N/A ANTH 5531 Fam, Comm, & Globaliza. Examines ideas of family, race, gender and relatedness in transnational and cross-cultural perspective. Draws on case studies from anthropology and other fields. N/A N/A ANTH 5535 Cultures Of Asia Surveys anthropological approaches to Asian societies. N/A N/A ANTH 5537 Topics in African Studies Investigation of cultural diversity of African societies and African diaspora. Students will engage with methods, theories, and case studies and gain skills required to conduct research on the topic. May be repeated for credit with permission of instructor (corss-listed with CRCL 5537). N/A N/A ANTH 5538 Cultures Of The Middle East Surveys anthropological and other approaches to understanding societies of the Middle East. Students will be exposed to methods, theories and case studies and will gain skills required to conduct future research on the topic. N/A N/A ANTH 5931 Selected Topics - Anthropology Identified by specific title each time course is offered. Offered Offered ANTH 5939 Indt Study In Anthropology Independent study in anthropology. Permission of instructor required. Offered N/A ARTS 3030 Drawing For Non-Art Majors Exploration of drawing media, composition and space relationships using recognizable forms. Offered Offered ARTS 3031 Photography for Non-Art Major Exploration of basic methods and processes of the photographic medium; designed for non-art majors. Offered Offered ARTS 3136 Sculpture A study of three?dimensional forms as related to techniques, processes, aesthetics and other materials. Offered Offered ARTS 3137 Advertising Design Prerequisites: ARTS 4433 and ARTS 4439 or permission of instructor. Survey of image techniques used in the field of advertising. Design projects requiring various computer techniques. Previously established design skills are required. Access to a Digital SLR camera desirable. Offered N/A ARTS 3231 Ceramics Study of ceramic design as related to tools, materials and processes; hand building and potter's wheel. Offered Offered ARTS 3330 Color Understanding the color properties and relationships through studio practices. Topics include color systems, fundamental vocabulary for analyzing and identifying color. Offered Offered ARTS 3331 Intermediate Drawing Principles of space relationship and composition using recognizable forms through color pastel drawings. Prerequisite: ARTS ??? Drawing 1 or ARTS 3030 Drawing for Non-Art Majors Offered Offered ARTS 3335 Intermediate Painting Prerequisite: ARTS 3331 Intermediate Drawing. Principles of space relationship and composition using recognizable forms through oil, acrylic or watercolor painting. Offered Offered ARTS 3431 Intermediate Printmaking Prerequisite: ARTS 3331 Intermediate Drawing. Exploration of printmaking techniques in intaglio, chine-colle etching, woodcuts/ linocuts and monotypes. N/A Offered ARTS 3631 Fibers History, design and techniques of woven and non-woven fiber forms. May be repeated for credit. N/A Offered ARTS 3831 Western Art Thru Middle Ages Language, form and meaning of visual culture in ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt, Graeco-Roman antiquity and medieval Europe within constructions of society, culture, religion, politics. N/A Offered ARTS 3832 Renaissance to Contemp Art Patterns of innovation, change and continuity in Western art theory and practice from Renaissance and Baroque to rise of Trans-Atlantic modernism and contemporary global pluralism. N/A N/A ARTS 4030 Methods in Elementary Art Examines trends in theory and practice for EC-5. Curriculum, instructional techniques and classroom management are addressed N/A Offered ARTS 4031 Methods in Secondary Art Explores research, theory and practice for grades 6-12. Curriculum development, instructional techniques and classroom management methods are applied. Field experience required. N/A N/A ARTS 4038 Crafts Design And History Study of crafts history, design and techniques; projects in paper, fibers, clay and other media. May be repeated for credit. N/A Offered ARTS 4039 Fiber Studio Supervised projects in woven and non-woven techniques with emphasis on color and design. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: ARTS 3631 Fibers N/A Offered ARTS 4131 Photography Designed for studio majors and serious professionals. Exploration of the basic methods and processes of the photographic medium. The foundations of photography for communication and documentation. N/A Offered ARTS 4132 Advanced Photography Further exploration of photography as an artistic medium. Emphasis will be on concept, furthering craft, alternative print processes, and the marriage of working digitally and traditionally within the wet photographic area. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: ARTS 4131 or 4133 or equivalent with instructor approval. N/A N/A ARTS 4133 Digital Photography II Prerequisite: ARTS 4439 or permission of instructor. Exploration of photography and photographic processes in the digital realm. Emphasis on larger scale art and conceptual projects. Students should have access to a digital SRL camera. Topics may vary. Course may be repeated for credit. N/A Offered ARTS 4136 Process Sculpture Prerequisite: ARTS 3136 or permission of instructor. Study of three dimensional forms through wood and metal fabrication, and bronze casting. May be repeated for credit. N/A Offered ARTS 4137 Advanced Sculpture Prerequisite: ARTS 3136. Allows students to develop advanced processes in sculpture. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit. N/A N/A ARTS 4233 Advanced Ceramics Prerequisite: ARTS 3231 or permission of instructor. Ceramics workshop with emphasis on individual projects. May be repeated for credit. Offered Offered ARTS 4234 Raku An ancient Japanese firing technique radically different from the traditional approach. Materials, tools and techniques unique to this process will be discussed and practiced. This course may be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: ARTS 3231 Ceramics N/A N/A ARTS 4331 Advanced Drawing Prerequisite: Arts 3331 or equivalent. Principles of space relationship and composition through color pastel drawings, collage drawings and mixed media works on paper; may be repeated for credit. Offered Offered ARTS 4332 Life Drawing Prerequisite: Arts 3331. Introduction to techniques of proportion and accuracy in drawing the human form. Students Offered Offered ARTS 4335 Advanced Painting Prerequisites: ARTS 3331 and ARTS 3335 or equivalent. Principles of space relationship and composition through oil, acrylic, watercolor, collage and mixed media painting. May be repeated for credit. Offered Offered ARTS 4431 Advanced Printmaking Prerequisite: ARTS 3431 or equivalent. Exploration of printmaking techniques of intaglio, chine-colle, etching, woodcuts/linocuts and monotypes. May be repeated for credit. N/A Offered ARTS 4433 Graphic Design Overview of practices of graphic design. Presentations on contemporary design techniques. Design projects in vector drawing using Adobe Illustrator. Previous art design and computer skills desirable. Offered Offered ARTS 4434 Web Design Prerequisite: Arts 4439 or permission of instructor. Creating and publishing Web pages using HTML. Study of formal design elements, theories, audience analysis and usability as students apply the Web to serve as a communication tool. Offered Offered ARTS 4435 Advanced Web Design Prerequisite: ARTS 4434 or permission of instructor. Study of advanced techniques in Web page construction, including Web animation, dynamic HTML and site management. Also covers audience and usability testing. N/A N/A ARTS 4437 Illustration Prerequisites: ARTS 4433 and ARTS 4439, or permission of instructor. Survey of professional illustration techniques. Computer projects utilizing various techniques including, but not limited to, rotoscoping, typography and photo-illustration. Access to Digital SLR camera desirable. N/A N/A ARTS 4438 Information Design Prerequisites: ARTS 4433: Graphic Design, ARTS 4439 Digital Photography I. In this project driven course, students will create information graphics from a variety of data, statistics, and informational sources. Course Lectures include: Translating data into visually dynamic projects, visual problem-solving, and overviews of professional infographics. Topics Vary. N/A N/A ARTS 4439 Digital Photography I Introduction to computer-based photography. Projects include digital camera techniques and computer collages using Adobe Photoshop. Previous computer skills desirable. Access to digital SLR camera strongly recommended. Offered Offered ARTS 4530 3D Computer Modeling Prerequisites: ARTS 4443 Graphic Design, ARTS 4439 Digital Photogarphy I. 3D modeling techniques for animation, images and 3D computer sculptures. How to build 3D models. Modeling techniques used in 3D software applications. Texture mapping and lighting in a 3D environment. N/A N/A ARTS 4532 Digital Video Explores basic methods and processes of video production using non-linear editing equipment. Emphasizes concept development, experimentation, and artistic expression. Helpful for students to have working knowledge of video cameras and basic editing skills. N/A Offered ARTS 4533 3D Animation Prerequisite: ARTS 4530. Fundamental principles of animation. Introduces students to 3D computer animation techniques including key framing, path animation, non-linear animation and hierarchical animation. Covers storyboarding and animation project planning. N/A N/A ARTS 4537 Hist & Theory of Photography Study of history and function of photography from its development in the fine arts to present-day signification of mechanical and digital reproduction. N/A N/A ARTS 4538 History and Theory of Graphic Prerequisite: ARTS 3831 or 3832 or any other 4000-level art history course. History of graphic design from inception of written communication to postmodern design and digital revolution. N/A Offered ARTS 4539 Gender & Id in the Visual Arts Feminist art theory and criticism, experiences of women artists in 20th century. Issues such as reclaiming past histories, seeking forms to valorize feminine experience, exploring personal identity. " Women's Studies Course." N/A N/A ARTS 4631 Renaissance Art Italian and Northern Renaissance art through lens of Renaissance humanism, patronage and society. Major artists such as Donatello, Masaccio, Botticelli, Leonardo, Raphael, Michelangelo, Titian, Jan van Eyck, Durer. N/A N/A ARTS 4634 Studies in West European Art Major post-Renaissance movements from 1600- to 1850: Art of the Baroque abd Rococo periods, Neoclassicsm, Romanticism. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of the instructor. N/A Offered ARTS 4635 Impressionism Spectacle of modern life and artistic avant-gardism in Second Empire Paris, its suburbs and resort areas by artists such as Manet, Monet, Renior, Degas, Casatt; the American idiom by Chase, Hassam and others. N/A N/A ARTS 4637 Modern Art Modernity, modernism, fantasy, enigma in early 20th-century European and American art and architecture by such masters as Picasso, Matisse, Kandinsky, Mondrian, Duchamp, Dali, Magritte, Kahlo, Brancusi, Frank Lloyd Wright, Le Corbusier, O'Keeffe. N/A N/A ARTS 4638 Contemporary Art Art theory and criticism - postmodernist discourses. Understanding and interpreting art since 1950. Follows the movements and relevant key figures in Abstract Expressionism and Pop Art to postmodern multiculturalism by such artists as Rothko, Rauschenberg, Warhol, Nevelson,Beuys, Sherman, Holzer, Kiefer, Viola. N/A N/A ARTS 4639 Studies in Non-Western Art Studies in the art, aesthetics and cultural politics of India, China, Japan, Africa and the America. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. N/A Offered ARTS 4730 Topics in Contemporary Art Concentrated study in single topic pertaining to contemporary are (post-WW2 period). Topics vary - including media (for example, sculpture), themes (such as multicultural issues). N/A N/A ARTS 4735 Senior Seminar in Art Required capstone course for Arts majors. Prepares students for graduate and professional engagement from several perspectives: portfolio and slide presentations; successful resume and grant writing; interviewing prospective exhibition venues; learning logistics of exhibiting artworks, including transportation, installation and publicity. N/A Offered ARTS 4739 Arts Internship Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Supervised on-site internship in art or design capacity. N/A N/A ARTS 4819 Indt Study In Art Independent study in art. Approval of instructor required. May be taken for 1 or 3 hours of credit. N/A N/A ARTS 4839 Indt Study In Arts Independent study in art. Approval of instructor required. May be taken for 1 or 3 hours of credit. N/A Offered ARTS 4931 Selected Topics In Art Identified by specific title each time course is offered. Offered Offered ARTS 5037 Studies in Art History Understanding and interpreting art history. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. N/A Offered ARTS 5038 Crafts Design And History Supervised projects in crafts history, design and techniques. May be repeated for credit. N/A Offered ARTS 5231 Sculpture and Ceramic Studio Supervised projects. May be repeated for credit. N/A Offered ARTS 5331 Painting-Drawing-Printmaking Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Supervised projects. May be repeated for credit. Offered Offered ARTS 5631 Weaving Studio Supervised projects in weaving with an emphasis on technique and design. May be repeated for credit. N/A N/A ARTS 5919 Indt Study In Art Independent study in Art. Permission of instructor required. May be taken for 1-hour credit. N/A N/A ARTS 5931 Research Topics In Art Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Identified by specific title each time course is offered. Offered N/A ARTS 5939 Indt Study In Art Independent study in Art. Permission of instructor required. Offered N/A BIOL 3000 Biology UL Elective Biology UL Elective N/A N/A BIOL 3011 Lab for Comparative Animal Corequisite: BIOL 3031. Laboratory course comparing the anatomical structure of aninals from various phyla. Involves dissection of laboratory specimens. N/A Offered BIOL 3031 Comparative Animal Morphology Corequisite: BIOL 3011. Investigations of structural similarities and differences among major invertebrate and vertebrate phyla. N/A Offered BIOL 3036 Development Of The Sciences Concepts, techniques, practices and philosophy of science, illustrated with historical and contemporary examples. Biology majors may use only as an unrestricted elective. N/A N/A BIOL 3037 Cell Biology Prerequisites: General biology, general chemistry. An introduction to fundamental principles of cell structure and function. N/A N/A BIOL 3113 Lab Plant Anatomy Corequisite: BIOL 3133. Two laboratory hours each week. N/A N/A BIOL 3131 Marine Biology Prerequisite: General biology. Study of marine organisms and their environment. One or more weekend or weekday field trip and limited laboratory exercises are required. N/A N/A BIOL 3133 Plant Anatomy Prerequisite: General biology. Structures, tissues and cells of vegetative and reproductive organs of land plants related to concepts of growth, differentiation and organization function and evolutionary history. N/A Offered BIOL 3136 Intro to Herpetology This course is designed to give the student a basic understanding of the science of Herpetology including an overview of the characteristics of reptiles and amphibians; with special emphasis on snakes. Classes will include training on collection, handling and identification of local species with some off campus field strips to local areas and zoos. Prerequisites: General biology, general chemistry N/A N/A BIOL 3221 Lab For Fund Microbiology Corequisite: BIOL 3231. Laboratory investigation of basic microbiological principles of isolation, culturing and identification of microorganisms from real life samples. N/A Offered BIOL 3231 Fundamentals Of Microbiology Corequisite: BIOL 3231. Laboratory investigation of basic microbiological principles of isolation, culturing and identification of microorganisms from real life samples N/A Offered BIOL 3333 Environmental Biology The impacts of pollution, anthropogenic activities and other stresses on ecosystem structure and function. Course designed for science majors. Offered Offered BIOL 3334 Path & Public Hlth Microbiol Prerequisite: General Biology. Focuses on the causality of infectious diseases, modes of dissemination, laboratory diagnosis, and prevention and control N/A Offered BIOL 3335 Epidemiology A study of the causes and clinical methods of controlling disease in large populations. N/A Offered BIOL 3336 NeuroPsych Prac Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Laboratory investigation of brain/behavior relationships in the rat. Readings from primary research literature, lab experiments and research reports. N/A Offered BIOL 3411 Molecular Genetics Lab Laboratory investigations using molecular genetics to demonstrate principles of transmission and population genetics. Corequisite: BIOL 3431 Offered Offered BIOL 3431 Molecular Genetics Study of the molecular basis of genetics, including transmission genetics and population genetics. Prerequisites: General biology, general chemistry. Corequisite: BIOL 3411. Offered Offered BIOL 3713 Human Anatomy Laboratory Corequisite: BIOL 3733. The structure of the human body will be studied using anatomical models, preserved tissue specimens, and computer programs. N/A N/A BIOL 3733 Human Anatomy Corequisite: BIOL 3713. Fundamentals of human anatomy emphasizing an organ systems approach to the study of the human body. Lecture and demonstration. N/A N/A BIOL 4000 Biology 4000 Level Elective Biology 4000 Level Elective N/A N/A BIOL 4011 Lab Methods In Life Sciences Corequisite: BIOL 4031. Three laboratory hours per week. N/A N/A BIOL 4031 Methods In Life Sciences Prerequisite: General biology; corequisite: BIOL 4011. Recent developments in plant and animal physiology, ecology and environmental science; emphasis on teaching biology from a contemporary standpoint. Offered N/A BIOL 4032 Survey Of Disease Prerequisite: General biology and general chemistry. Detailed study of diseases affecting humans. N/A N/A BIOL 4035 Ecology of the Amazon Study of the physical, chemical and ecological aspects of the Amazon flooded forest. Students completing course qualify for discounted optional ecology study trip to the Amazon flooded forest areas of Brazil. Offered N/A BIOL 4113 Lab for Biol of Fishes Co-requisite: BIOL 4133. Laboratory course on identification, anatomy, morphology and ecology of fishes. Weekend or weekday field trip and collections required. N/A Offered BIOL 4121 Laboratory For Ecology Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 4131. Four laboratory hours per week. Conduct experiments on population growth, competition and predation to test theoretical models; construct life tables. N/A N/A BIOL 4131 Ecology Prerequisite: General biology. Theoretical study of organisms, populations and communities related to their environments. N/A N/A BIOL 4133 Biology of Fishes Prerequisite: General Biology. Co-requisite: BIOL 4113 Systematic study o f freshwater and marine fishes, including evolution, ecology, life history and economics of important species. N/A Offered BIOL 4135 Biology Practicum Practical experience at an off-campus facility, such as aquarium, rainforest park, wetlands center or Galveston Bay agency. Requires pre-acceptance interview, minimum of 10 hours of work per week and approval of instructor. Offered Offered BIOL 4225 Env Toxic Lab Prerequisite: biol 4235 or equivalent. Theory and practice in aquatic toxicity testing using EPA standard methods. N/A N/A BIOL 4233 Field Biology Field methods for the study of ecological systems. Field work and laboratory are required. N/A Offered BIOL 4235 Environmental Toxicology Prerequisite: twelve hours in biology and chemistry. Physiological and systemic interactions of environmental pollutants with plants and animals. N/A N/A BIOL 4237 Plant Identification Taxonomic study of herbaceous and woody plants of SE Texas. N/A N/A BIOL 4332 Histology Prerequisite: BIOL 3037 or BIOL 4437. A microscopic study of animal tissues including the theories of fixation and staining of clinical samples. N/A Offered BIOL 4334 Environmental Microbiology Prerequisite: General Biology. A study of activity and mechanisms of microbial contribution to global ecosystems with emphasis on geochemical cycling, bioremediation, wastewater treatment and environmental biotechnology. N/A N/A BIOL 4335 Forensic Biology Prerequisites: BIOL 3431, BIOL 4431. Theory and techniques used in biological investigations of crimes, including toxicological, genetic and DNA analysis. N/A Offered BIOL 4421 Laboratory For Physiology Prerequisite: BIOL 4434 or 4435. Laboratory exercises demonstrating physiological processes. N/A Offered BIOL 4422 Laboratory For Biochemistry Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 4431. One hour of lecture and 3 hours of laboratory per week. Offered Offered BIOL 4431 Biochemistry I Prerequisites: Organic chemistry. Study of cellular biochemical components and metabolism. Offered Offered BIOL 4432 Biochemistry II Prerequisite: BIOL 4431 or equivalent. Regulation and control of intermediary metabolism. Introduction to biochemical genetics. N/A N/A BIOL 4433 Plant Physiology Prerequisites: General biology, general chemistry. Metabolic and physiological processes involved in plant growth. N/A N/A BIOL 4434 Comparative Animal Physiology Prerequisites: General biology, general chemistry. Study of organ functions in major invertebrate and vertebrate phyla. Offered N/A BIOL 4435 Human Physiology Prerequisite: General Biology and Chemistry. This course will introduce basic and advanced principles of human physiology. The study of physiology will be presented using an integrated systems approach. Lectures on topics ranging from physiology of the nervous system to human reproduction will be presented. N/A Offered BIOL 4436 Pathophysiology Prerequisite: BIOL 4435 or equivalent. This course will study the abnormal physiology characteristic of diseases in humans. A physiological systems approach will be taken. N/A N/A BIOL 4437 Cellular Physiology Prerequisite: Biochemistry. Cell structure and function; emphasis on cytological, biochemical, genetical and developmental perspectives. N/A Offered BIOL 4438 Developmental Biology Prerequisite: BIOL 3431 and BIOL 4437 or BIOL 3037. Embryology, tissue differentiation, cell determination, and pattern formation, at both descriptive and molecular level. Emphasis on animal systems, with additional examples from plants and protists. N/A N/A BIOL 4439 Plant Development Study of the developmental processes involved in seed germination, tissue differentiation, vegetative growth and transitioning to reproduction. Prerequisites: General biology, general chemistry. N/A N/A BIOL 4522 Molecular Biology Laboratory Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 4531. Laboratory methods and techniques in molecular biology. Four laboratory hours per week. N/A N/A BIOL 4523 Lab for Biotech Prerequisite: BIOL 4422 & BIOL 4432. Current methods used in biotechnological industry and research, as applied to medical, biological, agricultural, and environmental aspects. Students will learn modern techniques used in genetic engineering, DNA sequencing, gene cloning, etc. N/A Offered BIOL 4524 Lab for Gene Expression Prerequisite: BIOL 4531 Laboratory course designed to provide practical training in current gene expression studies including the isolation, quantitative PCR. Microarrays and RNA. N/A N/A BIOL 4531 Molecular Biology I Prerequisite: Genetics or Biochemistry or equivalent. General principles of molecular biology with an emphasis on gene functions in eukaryotic system, disease at the genetic level and evolution of the gene. N/A N/A BIOL 4534 Intro to Bioinformatics Experimental sources of biological data, databases and servers, operating systems (including Windows and Unix) and Internet tools. N/A N/A BIOL 4535 Tissue Culture Prerequisite: BIOL 4422 or equivalent. Students will learn how to manipulate cells in culture and develop laboratory skills in DNA transfection, gene expression, Luciferase assays and western blots. Offered Offered BIOL 4631 Immunology Prerequisites: BIOL 3431, BIOL 4431. Basic theory of humoral and cellular immune mechanisms. N/A N/A BIOL 4728 Seminar in Biology Study of objectives, methods and culture of science. Literature surveys, presentations and research papers are required. Offered Offered BIOL 4731 Cancer Biology Prerequisite: BIOL 3431 or BIOL 4531 or equivalent. Cancer, genetics and heredity: prevention, detection and treatment of cancer. N/A N/A BIOL 4819 Indt Study In Biology Prerequisite: Approval of instructor, chair and associate dean. Independent study in Biology. Offered N/A BIOL 4829 Independent Study in Biology Prerequisite: Approval of instructor, chair and associate dean. Offered Offered BIOL 4839 Indt Study In Biology Prerequisite: Approval of instructor, chair and associate dean. Independent study in Biology. Offered N/A BIOL 4921 Lab Topics in Biology Identified by specific title each time laboratory is offered. N/A N/A BIOL 4931 Selected Topics Biological Scs Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A Offered BIOL 5000 Biology 5000 Level Elective Biology 5000 Level Elective N/A N/A BIOL 5131 Membrane Biology Prerequisite: Biochemistry. Study of synthesis and function of cellular membranes. N/A N/A BIOL 5132 Cell Signaling Prerequisite: BIOL 4431 and 4437 or equivalent. Detailed study of signal transduction in living cells. Concentration on current knowledge regarding the manner in which cells communicate with one another, integrate incoming signals and respond in appropriate manner. N/A N/A BIOL 5136 Physiology Of Human Aging Prerequisite: Human physiology. Biological changes in human organ systems with advancing age; theoretical and empirical aspects of aging processes. N/A N/A BIOL 5215 Lab for Ichthyology Corequisite: BIOL 5235 Advanced laboratory course on identification, anatomy and ecology of fishes. Fisheries methods also emphasized. Weekend or weekday field trips and collections required. N/A Offered BIOL 5233 Ecotoxicology Prerequisite: BIOL 4235 or BIOL 5332 or equivalent. Study of environmental pollutants and effects on ecosystems. N/A N/A BIOL 5234 Population & Community Dynamic Prerequisite: Ecology and Genetics. Application of basic population modeling and analysis methods used in the management of animal populations. Emphasis placed on harvested populations and fisheries. N/A N/A BIOL 5235 Ichthyology Corequisite: BIOL 5215 Advanced study of the biology, ecology and evolution of marine and freshwater fishes. N/A Offered BIOL 5332 Toxicology Prerequisites: BIOL 4235 or BIOL 4431 or BIOL 4434 or BIOL 4435 or equivalent. Evaluation of the effects of poisons and other toxic substances. N/A Offered BIOL 5333 Industrial Microbiology Prerequisites: Microbiology and biochemistry. Microbial processes having economic interest to man; fermentation, deterioration, waste disposal: food spoilage and drug preparation. N/A N/A BIOL 5334 Microbial Ecology Prerequisite: BIOL 3231 or equivalent. A study of the interactions of microorganisms and their environments, including biotic and abiotic components. Topics including metabolic diversity, biogeochemistry, microbial eommunity ecology, microbial diversity, modern methodology are discussed with current research articles. N/A N/A BIOL 5336 Neuropsychology Practicum Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Laboratory investigation of drug/brain/behavior relationships in the rat. Readings from primary research literature, laboratory experiments and research report. N/A Offered BIOL 5432 Principles Of Pharmacology Prerequisites: BIOL 4431, BIOL 4434, or BIOL 4435. Emphasis on principles for evaluating the effects of drugs. Offered N/A BIOL 5433 Enzymology Prerequisites: BIOL 4431 or equivalent. Study of enzyme isolation, purification, assay and characterization. Emphasis on kinetics of enzyme catalyzed reactions and on the use of enzymes in medicine and industry. N/A N/A BIOL 5434 Human Stress Prerequisites: BIOL 4435, BIOL 4436 or equivalent. Stressors and the characteristic physiological manifestations of stress in nervous and hormonal mechanisms. N/A N/A BIOL 5435 Advanced Immunology Prerequisite: BIOL 4631 or equivalent. Courses will allow students to explore published research that supports currently accepted mechanisms of the immune function. Students will be expected to correlate basic principles of the immune system to the advances in medicine and pathology. N/A Offered BIOL 5436 Physiol Basis Disease Prerequisite: An introductory Human Physiology course or equivalent. The effects of diseases on normal physiologic funstions and the physiologic basis of medical treatments for these. N/A N/A BIOL 5530 Research Methods In Biology Prerequisite: Graduate standing. Students will develop a research proposal, which allows integrating knowledge and standard procedures in a chosen area of Biology. A written proposal and an oral presentation are required to complete the course. Offered N/A BIOL 5531 Aquatic Toxicity Testing Prerequisite: BIOL 4235 or equivalent. Theory of toxicity testing, statistical analysis procedures and laboratory practice in standard aquatic toxicity tests. N/A N/A BIOL 5532 Coast Est Ecol Prerequisite: BIOL 4131. Study of physical, chemical and biological nature of estuarine ecosystems. Includes one or more weekend or weekday field trips and lab experiments N/A N/A BIOL 5533 Ecological Methods Field methods for analysis of ecological systems. Field work and laboratory are required. N/A Offered BIOL 5534 Conservation Biology Prerequisite: BIOL 4131 or equivalent. Analysis of biological factors that shape species diversity of the earth's ecosystems and the environmental and sociopolitical issues faced in the conservation of biodiversity. N/A N/A BIOL 5535 Neotropical Rainforest Ecology Study of neotropical rain forests, including their physical and chemical characteristics and plant / animal ecology. Students completing course qualify for discounted optional ecology study trip to the Amazon flooded forest areas of Brazil. Offered N/A BIOL 5537 Limnology & Aquatic Biology Prerequisite: BIOL 4131 or equivalent. The study of physical, chemical and biological nature of freshwater systems including lakes, ponds, rivers and streams. Includes one or more weekend or weekday field trips and lab experiments. N/A Offered BIOL 5632 Bioenergetics Prerequisite: BIOL 4431 or equivalent. Mechanisms of ATP Synthesis, and other aspects of biological energy transduction. N/A N/A BIOL 5634 Apoptosis Prerequisite: BIOL 4437. Students in this course will study the stimuli and pathways involved in programmed cellular death. N/A Offered BIOL 5635 Neuroscience Prerequisite: Anatomy, Physiology. This course introduces basic and advanced concepts in neuroscience. The course covers a wide range of topics in this exciting field of science from the molecular level through the anatomical organization of sensory and motor systems. N/A Offered BIOL 5731 Advanced Cancer Biology Prerequisite: BIOL 3431 or BIOL 4531. Cancer, genetics and heredity; prevention, detection and treatment of Literature research and presentation on molecular basis of various cancers required. N/A N/A BIOL 5732 Adv Mol Biol Prerequisite: Genetics. Study of eukaryotic DNA replication, post transcriptional processing, eukaryotic gene regulation, overexpression and repression, protein structure Offered N/A BIOL 5734 Oncogenes Prerequisite: Molecular biology. Study of cancer at the level of the gene. N/A N/A BIOL 5736 BIOETHICS Prerequisite: General Biology. Study of complex situations in biology and medicine that require moral reflection, judgement or decisions. Offered Offered BIOL 5737 Molecular Vectors Prerequisite or corequisite: Molecular biology. Properties, construction and use of vectors for molecular cloning and manipulation. N/A N/A BIOL 5738 Gene Therapy Prerequisite or corequisite: Molecular biology. Gene technologies with applications to disease, cancer, neurological and genetic disorders, cardiovascular and infectious diseases. N/A Offered BIOL 5833 Proteomics Prerequisite: Molecular Biology. Analysis of gene function of mRNA expression profiling with cDNA arrays, protein: protein interactions by genome-side two hybrid screening and more direct analysis of protein expression, sequence and structure. N/A N/A BIOL 5915 Cooperative Education Work Trm Prerequisites: Approved Candidate Plan of Study, completed cooperative education file and approval of associate dean and Director of Cooperative Education. Educational paid work assignment by a student in the field of his/her career interest and course of study. Technical report will be required at the end of the semester. N/A N/A BIOL 5919 Indt Study In Biol Sciences Prerequisite: Approval of instructor, chair and associate dean. Independent study in Biology. Offered N/A BIOL 5929 Indt Study In Biol Sciences N/A Offered N/A BIOL 5931 Research Topics In Biology Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A Offered BIOL 5939 Indt Study In Biology Prerequisite: Approval of instructor, chair and associate dean. Independent study in Biology. Offered N/A BIOL 6838 Research Project And Seminar Prerequisite: 24 hours completed in approved graduate program. Students will complete a study of the current literature, including methodology and techniques, used in a selected area of Biology. A written review paper and an oral presentation will be required. Offered Offered BIOL 6939 Master's Thesis Research Prerequisite: Approval of adviser, master's committee and dean. N/A N/A COMM 3000 Communication UL Elective Communication UL Elective N/A N/A COMM 3230 Integrated Marketing Comm Overview of persuasive communication as it pertains in theory and practice to integrated marketing, public relations and advertising. Offered N/A COMM 3231 Media Writing Journalistic writing, including fact gathering, news and feature writing styles, public relations and freelance writing. Offered Offered COMM 3531 Mass Media And Society An examination of the modern public communications environment: broadcasters and publishers, advertisers, media, audiences and regulators. N/A Offered COMM 3532 Media Law Legal issues as pertinent to the professional communicator. N/A Offered COMM 3533 Understanding Advertising Study of consumer advertising from several perspectives: persuasive communication strategies, new product launches, ad execution, advertising effects and ad evaluation. N/A N/A COMM 3534 Gathering Information Research techniques in which students identify and collect information from libraries, archives, databases, the Internet and interviews. The gathered information is then used to write magazine articles, reports and strategic studies. Offered Offered COMM 3535 Communication Ethics Exposes students to range of ethical principles and case studies with ultimate goal of helping them work out their own professional standards and commit to them. N/A N/A COMM 3536 Advertising Procedure Study of consumer advertising from several perspectives: historical forces, advertising agency operations and successful campaigns. Students learn targeting demographics, innovative advertising methods and how to identify and collect information. N/A N/A COMM 4031 Global Issues in Film Film studies course in which global issues in a digital society are addressed using critical/cultural studies approaches. Focuses on world-wide cultural differences to foster knowledge and understanding of diversity issues. Offered Offered COMM 4232 Public Relations Writing Prerequisites: COMM 3230 and COMM 3231 (or equivalents). Professional approach to crafting messages that build mutually beneficial relationships between organizations and their constituents. Includes: press releases, public service announcements, newsletters, brochures, speeches, social media. N/A Offered COMM 4233 Spch Comm:Theory & Practice Introduction to theory and application of speech communication including public speaking, critical listening skills, ethics, argumentation, group presentations, and use of visual supporting materials. N/A Offered COMM 4434 Web Design Prerequisite: ARTS 4439 or permission of instructor. Fundamentals of Web design, including graphical editors, basic layouts, colors and accessibility standards. Offered Offered COMM 4435 Advanced Web Design Prerequisite: ARTS 4439 and COMM 4434 or permission of instructor. Students will create client-based projects using HTML, XHTML and CSS. Introduction to JavaScript. N/A N/A COMM 4436 2D Animation Prerequisites: ARTS 4433, ARTS 4439, and COMM 4434 or permission of instructor. Instruction in 2D animation, user interactivity and publishing files. N/A Offered COMM 4530 3D Computer Modeling Prerequisites: ARTS 4433 and ARTS 4439 or permission of instructor. 3D modeling techniques for animation, images and 3D computer sculptures. How to build 3D models. Modeling techniques used in 3D software applications. Texture mapping and lighting in a 3D environment. N/A Offered COMM 4531 3D Animation Prerequisite: COMM 4530. Fundamental principles of animation. Introduces students to 3D computer animation techniques including key framing, path animation, non-linear animation and hierarchical animation. Covers storyboarding and animation project planning. N/A Offered COMM 4532 Photojournalism Prerequisite: ARTS 4439. Exploration of photography as a form of journalistic storytelling Includes study of technical and emotional aspects of photographs, as well as techniques in Photoshop. N/A N/A COMM 4533 Advanced Media Writing Prerequisite: COMM 3231. Course covers methods and practice in the research, writing and editing of professional quality messages for print, public relations and broadcast. N/A N/A COMM 4534 Video Prod. and Editing Develops basic understanding of the technology behind video production as an information medium using non-linear editing equipment. Emphasis on concept, newsworthiness, technique, and effect on audience. N/A Offered COMM 4535 Adv Video Prod & Editing Prerequisite: COMM 4534 Video Editing and Production. Advanced editing tools such as Final Cut Pro time line, Garageband, Live Type, and DVD Pro. N/A N/A COMM 4536 Magazine Publication Prerequisites: COMM 3231. Laboratory course covering magazine production. Students will produce UHCL general news magazine, The Signal Relay. N/A Offered COMM 4538 Publication Design Prerequisite: ARTS 4439. Coverage of theory and technology related to creation of graphic products for offset printing. Includes examination of Photoshop, Illustrator, In Design and other software applications. N/A Offered COMM 4565 Media Production Prerequisites: GSP, COMM 3231. Laboratory course covering journalistic writing, fact gathering, photography, videography, graphic design, social media, advertising. Students will produce the student newspaper, the Signal. N/A Offered COMM 4601 Publication Design A pass/fail exit requirement included as part of the degree plan's capstone requirement. Students showcase their best work, both textual and graphic, in an electronic portfolio. N/A Offered COMM 4611 Communication Portfolio Exit course for Media Studies curriculum. Showcases a student's best work, both textual and graphic, from previous semesters. Media Studies faculty and outside reviewers evaluate the portfolio. N/A N/A COMM 4739 Communication Internship Prerequisite: Must pass GSP test. A supervised, onsite internship in a communication capacity. Offered Offered COMM 4819 Indt Study In Communications Independent study in communications. Approval of instructor required. May be taken for 1, 2 or 3 hours of credit. N/A N/A COMM 4831 Project Mgmt Introduction to project managment practices and tools used to manage a variety of multimedia and communication projects. N/A N/A COMM 4839 Indt Study In Communications Independent study in communications. Permission of instructor required. N/A N/A COMM 4931 Selected Topics Communications Identified by a specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A COMM 5031 Graphic Design Professional approaches to graphic design. Presentations on design theory and practice. Professional design projects using Adobe Illustrator. Previous art design and/or computer skills desirable. N/A N/A COMM 5033 Advertising Design Prerequisites: COMM 5031 and COMM 5037 or permission of instructor. Professional approaches to advertising design, theory and practice. Advertising design projects requiring photographic and computer skills. Previous art, design, computer and writing skills desirable. N/A N/A COMM 5035 Illustration Prerequisites: COMM 5031 and COMM 5037, or permission of instructor. Advanced computer projects utilizing various techniques in visual messaging including professional practices in traditional design, computer skills and typography. Previous art, design, computer and writing skills desirable. N/A N/A COMM 5931 Research Topics In Comm Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A COMM 5939 Indt Study In Communications Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Independent study in communications. May be repeated for credit. N/A N/A CRCL 5031 Theories of Cultural Diversity Theoretical approaches to cultural interpretation and methods of cultural comparison. Emphasis on cultural diversity as expressed in formations of nationalism, ethnicity, race, class, family and gender; and roots of racism and tolerance. N/A Offered CRCL 5032 Political Economy Surveys current anthropological approaches to political and economic issues. (Crosslisted with ANTH 5032). Offered N/A CRCL 5033 Religion And Community Examination of the nature of religious experience from a comparative perspective. Basic belief, ritual and institutional structures of major world faiths with attention to the operation of religious communities in multicultural settings. N/A Offered CRCL 5035 Human Rights & Social Justice Examines methods, theories, debates and case studies related to human rights in the United States and globally. Students will gain skills required to conduct future research on the topic. N/A Offered CRCL 5037 Theor & Practice Of Mediation Application of mediation techniques to the needs of community groups, churches, businesses and non-governmental agencies. N/A Offered CRCL 5039 Environment And Society Examination of diverse conceptions of and values attached to, the natural world. History of human-induced changes to the environment. Analysis of global movements. Exploration of the changing role of civil society in solving environmental problems. N/A N/A CRCL 5131 Gender, Culture And Power Exploration of the many ways gender is constructed cross-culturally. Examination of how different societies conceptualize each gender and assign them social, economic and political significance. Analysis of relationship between gender and class, race, ethnicity and nationality. N/A N/A CRCL 5132 Women of Color Examination of the experiences of women of color in the United States and globally using race, class, and sexuality as analytical tools to explore these experiences. N/A Offered CRCL 5231 Studies in European History Critical examination of major themes in the European past including historiographical analysis. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. N/A N/A CRCL 5232 Cultures of Mexico and Central Surveys anthropological approaches to societies of Mexico, Central America and the U.S.-Mexico border. Students will be exposed to methods, theories and case studies and will gain skills required to conduct future research on the topic. N/A N/A CRCL 5238 Negotiating Across Cultures Examines challenges facing international organizations and multinational corporations in negotiating across cultures. Explores decision-making and its relation to beliefs and values of people of diverse cultures and political systems. N/A N/A CRCL 5239 Egypt in Transition Examines methods, theories and case studies of Egypt and the Middle East. Students will conduct research on a specific topic. N/A N/A CRCL 5330 Cultural Study Abroad Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Students will be exposed to theories, methods, and case studies of a foreign nation; students will conduct research a specific topic. Involves foreign travel and includes prerequisite of semester long course focusing on study abroad country. May be repeated with permission of instructor. N/A N/A CRCL 5332 Diversity in Urban America Examines classical theories of urban life and urban development; explores urban issues such as ethnic diversity, transportation and policy. N/A N/A CRCL 5333 Minorities and Majorities The pattern of interaction between race, ethnic and gender groups; personality and structural effects of prejudice and discrimination. Includes both U.S. and cross-cultural perspectives. N/A N/A CRCL 5434 Studies in Latin Am Hist Critical examination of major issues and themes in Latin American history. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit. N/A Offered CRCL 5531 Cross-Cult Persp on the Family Examines ideas of family, race, gender and relatedness in transnational and cross-cultural perspective. Draws on case studies from anthropology and other fields. N/A N/A CRCL 5534 Native Americans Examines social and cultural diversity of indigenous peoples of North America from an anthropological and historical perspective. N/A N/A CRCL 5535 Cultures of Asia Anthropological approaches to Asian societies. N/A N/A CRCL 5537 Topics in African Studies Investigation of cultural diversity of African societies and African diaspora. Students will engage with methods, theories, and case studies and gain skills required to conduct research on the topic. May be repeated for credit with permission of instructor (cross-listed with ANTH 5537). N/A N/A CRCL 5538 Cultures of the Middle East Surveys anthropological approaches to societies of Mexico, Central America and the U.S.-Mexico border. Students will be exposed to methods, theories and case studies and will gain skills required to conduct future research on the topic. N/A N/A CRCL 5631 Cross-Cultural Methods Examines methods used in a variety of disciplines to study difference based on culture, race, ethnicity, gender, class and nationality. N/A N/A CRCL 5731 Seminar in Amer Multicult Litr Survey of minority or immigrant literature; intensive study of a particular ethnic group's texts and authors; a trans-ethnic theme or topic; a major author or authors. Topics vary. May be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. (Crosslisted with LITR 5731). N/A N/A CRCL 5732 U.S. Social Movements Analysis and comparison of ideology, composition and social role of such reform movements as abolitionism, civil rights, feminism, labor unions, populism, progressivism and socialism. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. N/A N/A CRCL 5734 Cross-Cult Texts in Dialogue Texts representing First-World colonialism and imperialism (e.g., Heart of Darkness, Passage to India, Robinson Crusoe) are read in dislogue with corresponding texts from perspective of the colonized (e.g., Things Fall Apart, Midnight's Children, Lucy); includes postcolonial poetry and theory. N/A N/A CRCL 5931 Special Topic - Cross Cultural Identified by specific title each time course is offered. Offered Offered CRCL 5939 Ind Study in Cross-Cultural St Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director required. Independent Study in Cross-Cultural Studies. N/A N/A CRCL 6735 Research Sem in Cross-Cult Prerequisite: 24 hours of graduate course work. An advanced research seminar in Cross-Cultural Studies. Explores research methods and techniques of cross-cultural studies. Students will write major research paper. Topic will vary by semester. N/A N/A CRCL 6739 Graduate Internship Prerequisite: 24 hours of graduate-level course work and approval of internship coordinator. Minimum of two days a week in an approved internship setting. Written report required. Arrangements for internships should be completed by the beginning of the prior semester. Offered Offered CRCL 6839 Master's Project Research Approval of adviser and project director required. N/A N/A CRCL 6939 Master's Thesis Research Approval of adviser and thesis director required. N/A N/A CRIM 3132 Criminology Theories of causation; patterns and social response. Offered Offered CRIM 3335 Deviance Theories of the existence of deviance in society; management of spoiled identities. Offered Offered CRIM 4133 Juvenile Delinquency Individual and community aspects of juvenile delinquency; theories of causes and modes of control. Offered N/A CRIM 4135 The Death Penalty History and development of capital punishment as a social institution. Focus on issues such as deterrence, discrimination and execution of innocent prisoners. N/A N/A CRIM 4330 Criminal Investigation Review of methods and techniques used by investigators to chronologically reconstruct a crime in order to arrest the criminal offender. Offered N/A CRIM 4331 Prison and Society Correctional institutions in the United States; analysis of their changing roles and functions. (Crosslisted with SOCI 4331). N/A Offered CRIM 4332 Soc Problems and the Legal Sys This course focuses on the confrontation between individual rights and welfare of society. Issues are examined from perspectives of sociological, philosophical and legal theories. N/A N/A CRIM 4333 Probation and Parole Exploration of alternatives to incarceration, emphasizing the major community-based activities of probation and parole. Includes discussion of intermediate punishments, restitution programs, house arrest and electronic monitoring of offenders. Offered N/A CRIM 4334 Criminal Law Survey of structure and philosophy of criminal law; topics include criminal liability, criminal defenses and types of offenses. Offered Offered CRIM 4335 Race and Justice Analysis of crime rates in United States and involvement of racial groups through theoretical exploration and practices in and out of the justice system. N/A Offered CRIM 4337 Organized Crime Examines organized criminal groups, such as the "mafia" and other criminal groups worldwide. Applies historical, economic, political and legal perspectives. Emphasizes victimless crime, labor rackets and extortion. Covers special governmental commissions and legislative reforms. N/A N/A CRIM 4338 Policing and Society Critical analysis of role and function of American law enforcement including historical development and evolution, contemporary police organizations, individual officers and relationship between police and community. Leverage of objectives of police: law enforcement, service, order maintenance and crime prevention. N/A Offered CRIM 4834 Statistics Introductory course in statistics in criminology. Topics include both basic descriptive and inferential statistiscs. N/A N/A CRIM 4835 Research Methods Introductory course in research methods in criminology. Topics include theory and measurement, designing and conducting research and data collection and analysis. Offered Offered CRIM 4839 Independent Study in Crim Prerequisite: Approval of advisor and independent study director required. Offered N/A CRIM 4930 Cont Issues in Criminology Prerequisites: Completion of at least 80 credits and at least four courses in Criminology. Course assesses students' skills in theory, research and subject content. Explores the many opportunities provided by degree in Criminology. N/A Offered CRIM 4931 Sel Topics in Criminology Identified by specific title each time courses is offered. Offered Offered CRIM 5036 Criminological Res and Stat I Design, analysis and application of criminological research techniques and methods of measurement. N/A Offered CRIM 5037 Criminological Res and Stat II Prerequisite: CRIM 5036. Further examination of procedures involved in designing and analyzing criminological research. N/A N/A CRIM 5133 Advanced Juvenile Delinquency In depth analysis of delinquency theories, issues and policies in the U.S. and abroad. Topics include measurement and research, serious violent offending, gangs and treatment by justice agencies. Offered N/A CRIM 5135 The Death Penalty History and development of capital punishment as a criminal justice remedy. Focuses on process and issues such as deterrence and discrimination, as related to the execution of violent offenders. N/A N/A CRIM 5136 Race and Crime Historical and social understanding of racial and ethnic groups in the United States as related to causation of crime and involvement in the criminal justice system. Offered Offered CRIM 5137 Prevention and Control of Crim Theories and application of crime control and prevention in society. N/A N/A CRIM 5138 Homeland Security Examination of events before, during and after September 11,2001 in order to prepare for future manmade and natural catastrophic threats to homeland security. N/A N/A CRIM 5139 Correctional Institutions An advanced, theoretical examination of both prisons and jails as "total institutions." Includes history of prisons, various philosophies of incarceration, organization structure, institutional subcultures and problems encountered in the classification and supervision of incarcerated offenders. N/A Offered CRIM 5331 Advanced Criminology Examination of major theories of crime causation. Emphasis on sociological theories of social structure, social process and social conflict along with classical and neoclassical perspectives. N/A N/A CRIM 5332 White-Collar Crime Study of financial, physical and social costs of white-collar crime. Examines both perpetrators and victims. Special attention paid to computer crime. N/A N/A CRIM 5333 Computer Crime Consideration of common forms of computer crime, including financial theft/embezzlement, malicious hacking, international and industrial espoinage, and dissemination of pernicious viruses and worms. N/A N/A CRIM 5335 Crim Just and Mass Media Examines collision between two powerful sets of social institutions - the criminal justice system and the mass media. N/A Offered CRIM 5336 Law and Society This course surveys a number of problematic issues in contemporary American society from the perspectives of sociologica, philosophical, and legal theories. The course examines the controversial ways our political system seeks to reconcile individual civil liberties with the collective obligations of the social contract. (crosslisted with SOCI 5336) N/A Offered CRIM 5337 Organized Crime Advanced, theoretical examination of organized criminal groups, such as the "mafia" and other criminal groups worldwide. Applies historical, economic, political and legal perspectives. Emphasizes victimless crime, labor rackets and extortion. Covers special governmental commissions and legislative reforms. N/A N/A CRIM 5338 Criminal Law Study of structure and rationale for criminal law; focus on criminal liability, criminal defenses and types of offenses. Crosslisted with CRIM 4334. N/A N/A CRIM 5339 Comparative Criminology Comparative study of criminology and institutions of social control in selected western and nonwestern countries. Offered N/A CRIM 5431 Domestic Violence Course examines historical and contextual foundations, theories of causation and victimization, legal and enforcement response, and potential solutions to abuse and violence in domestic relationships. N/A N/A CRIM 5432 Cult of Law Enforcement Critical analysis of the culture of American policing as it relates to the roles, functions, and family. N/A N/A CRIM 5433 Serial Murder Examination of phenomenon of serial muirder on national and international bases. Discussions include current and historical serial killers, why they kill, case studies and their investigation. N/A Offered CRIM 5931 Res Topics in Criminology Identified by specific topic each time course is offered. Offered Offered CRIM 5939 Independent Study in Crim Prerequisite: Approval of advisor and independent study director required. Offered N/A CRIM 6734 Future of Crime and Justice Behavioral perspective on possible and probable futures and their impact on American society and the criminal justice system. Emphasis on socioeconomic and technological factors and trends currently shaping crime in America. N/A N/A CRIM 6735 Seminar in Criminology Prerequisites: CRIM 5036; CRIM 5037; 24 hours of graduate course work. Fulfills course work option requirement in graduate criminology. Students apply the substantive knowledge and research skills they have acquired to topic selected by instructor. N/A N/A CRIM 6739 Graduate Internship Prerequisite: 24 hours of graduate course work and approval of internship coordinator. Minimum of two days a week in approved internship setting. Written report required. Arrangements for internship should be completed by beginning of prior semester. Offered Offered CRIM 6839 Master's Project Research Approval of advisor and project director required. Offered N/A CRIM 6939 Master's Thesis Research Approval of advisor and thesis director required. N/A Offered DMST 5031 Graphic Design Professional approaches to graphic design. Presentations on design theory and practice. Professional design projects using Adobe Illustrator. Previous art design and/or computer skills desirable. N/A Offered DMST 5033 Advertising Design Prerequisites: DMST 5031 and DMST 5037 or permission of instructor. Professional approaches to advertising design, theory and practice. Advertising design projects requiring photographic and computer skills. Previous art, design, computer and writing skills desirable. N/A N/A DMST 5034 Global Issues in a Digital Soc Global issues topics are explored and articulated from theoretical and/or historical approaches as they relate to digital media (film, video, art, texts, photography, commercial art) and/or social media platforms. N/A N/A DMST 5036 Digital Video Prerequisite: DMST 5534 Video Editing & Production. Develops methods and processes of video production using non-linear editing equipment. Emphasis on theory and practice. Students develop conceptual video through experimentation and artistic presentation. Students should have working knowledge of video cameras and editing skills. (INST 5635 may be taken as an alternative.) N/A N/A DMST 5038 Adv Digital Photography Exploration of photography and photographic processes in digital realm. Emphasis on theory and practice of larger scale studio art and conceptual projects. Students should have access to digital SLR camera. N/A N/A DMST 5039 Web Design Prerequisite: Proficiency in Photoshop or equivalent experience with insturctor approval. (INST 5635 may be taken as an alternative.) Students study function of, critically evaluate and create Web sites. Students create and publish client-based projects. Topics include HTML, XHTML, CSS, and JavaScript. N/A Offered DMST 5132 3D Modeling 3D Modeling techniques for animation, images and 3D computer sculptures. Covers surface and texture mapping and lighting. Students present research on topics related to 3D technologies. N/A Offered DMST 5139 Adv. Web Design Prerequisite: DMST 5039 or equivalent experience with instructor approval. (INST 5735 may be taken as an alternative). Advanced techniques in Web page construction. N/A N/A DMST 5230 Crit. Appr. to Digital Media Exploration of personal, cultural, social, economic, political and ethical impacts of information technology, using critical/cultural studies approaches. N/A Offered DMST 5231 Adv Digital Media Design Concept-based design course taken the semester before the final project in which students use digital tools from their major areas of study. N/A N/A DMST 5232 Tech Foun of Digital Media Delivery of content through digital media. Explores concepts of digital systems, computer components, networking and delivery techniques. N/A Offered DMST 5233 Dig. Media Law & Eth. Seminar Overview of legal and ethical issues pertinent to the professional communicator, regarding issues such as information access, intellectual property, privacy and defamation. Emphasis on regulation of new technology. N/A Offered DMST 5234 Public Relations Writing Writing for corporate, nonprofit and government organizations, including press releases, public service announcements, speeches, newsletters, grants, etc. Also covers interviewing, public relations research techniques, layout and production. N/A N/A DMST 5235 Animation Prerequisite: DMST 5132 3D Modeling. Fundamental principles of animation, both computer and traditional. Emphasis on 3D computer animation, editing and compositing. Storyboarding and animation project planning also covered. Students complete animated short and present research on 3D technologies, film-making or storytelling. N/A Offered DMST 5236 Video Digital Storytelling Prerequisite: DMST 5534 or permission of instructor. Covers basic structure of narrative and various forms of digital media storytelling. Students produce videos of their own narratives using various stages of production, including storyboarding, script writing, directing, filming, editing and distribution. N/A N/A DMST 5332 Motion Graphics Introduces principles of motion design. Processes, techniques and theories of motion graphics and compositing as they pertain to the integration of typography, imagery, sound, motion and narrative to create an animated product. Included project planning, production and postproduction. N/A N/A DMST 5436 Interactive Animation Prerequisite: DMST 5031 and DMST 5039 or permission of instructor. Instruction in 2D animation, user interactivity and publishing files. N/A N/A DMST 5534 Single Camera Video Prod Examines technical steps to shoot and edit video. Includes filming, camera control, and editing. Students learn equipment configuration, capturing, basic eiditng techniques, lighting, and how to convert to digital medium. N/A Offered DMST 5535 Broadcast Video Production Student production teams create professional-quality video productions for multimedia and web. Coursework includes advanced post-production, field lighting, audio production, with emphasis on script writing and story boarding. N/A N/A DMST 5538 Electronic Publication Covers design, layout, project management, printing and electronic publication. Principles, techniques and theory of typography, photography, illustration and color to express messages for specific audiences. New trends in publication and automation also included. N/A Offered DMST 5831 Project Mgmt Application of knowledge, skills, tools and techniques to activities related to project, such as creation of unique product, service or result. Course exposes students to project management practices and tools and imparts ability to choose between management styles to complete projects and initiatives. N/A N/A DMST 5931 Research Topics in Digital Med Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A DMST 5939 Ind Std in Digital Media Std Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director. Independent study in Digital Media Studies. Offered Offered DMST 6639 Pract in Digital Media Studies Supervised application of Digital Media design skills and principles in a production setting. Production portfolio and written report required. Instructor consent required. Prerequisite: 24 hours in DMST. N/A N/A DMST 6739 Graduate Internship Development of digital media under supervision of selected professor and on-site organizational supervisor. Five hundred on-site hours required. Includes the production of a professional portfolio. Completed over two semesters. Offered Offered DMST 6769 Graduate Internship Development of digital media under supervision of selected professor and on-site organizational supervisor. Five hundred on-site hours required. Includes the production of a professional portfolio. Completed over one semester. N/A N/A DMST 6839 Master's Project Research Completion of a project sufficient to represent a capstone activity that integrates knowledge and skills developed in the program. Offered N/A DMST 6939 Master's Thesis Research Completion of a research thesis sufficient to demonstrate academic writing and critical thinking skills that integrates knowledge developed in the program. Approval of adviser and thesis director. Prerequisite: 24 hours in DMST N/A N/A GEOG 3137 Global Geography Analysis of physical, economic, and political patterns of different world regions. Offered Offered GEOG 4030 Geography Of The Us And Canada Analysis of the interrelationships among physical, cultural, economic and political patterns in the United States and Canada. N/A Offered GEOG 4031 Urban Geography Examination of the interrelationships among physical geography and urbanization, the internal land utilization of cities, urban historical geography and central place theory. N/A N/A GEOG 4032 Geography Of Latin America Analysis of the physical, cultural, economic and political patterns of Latin America and its relationship to other world regions. N/A N/A GEOG 4033 Geography Of Texas Analysis of the diverse cultural, economic, environmental and political patterns of Texas. Exploration of the state's regional characteristics and of the spatial relationships with areas outside the state. Offered N/A GEOG 4034 Prin of Map Reading/Interpret A wide variety of maps including cognitive, thematic, topographic, weather and computer generated (GIS) maps are surveyed from the points of view of their interpretations and applications. Attention will be directed also to the history of cartography, the interpretation of air photos and NASA images and statistical graphs. No drafting background or artistic ability needed. N/A N/A GEOG 4131 Historical Geography An introduction to historical geography as a subfield of geography with an emphasis on the evolving patterns of land use and settlement in the United States from the pre-colonial period to the present. N/A N/A GEOG 4132 Human Geography Stresses the importance of human/environment relationships to a global society. Focuses on the world distribution of natural and human resources as they interrelate and provide character to places. N/A Offered GEOG 4133 Modern Physical Geography An identification of the geographical dimensions of ecosystems and earth's physical characteristics as it relates to the process, distribution patterns and implications for humans. N/A Offered GEOG 4134 Geographic Concepts & Skills Prerequisites: GEOG 3137, GEOG 4132 and GEOG 4133. Geographic concepts and skills which are connected with the new social studies curriculum and the appropriate teaching models, strategies and assessment. N/A N/A GEOG 4135 Political Geography The interrelationship between political activities and spatial distributions of world regions. Topics include the concept of state, political core regions, international spheres of influence and confrontations, boundaries and contemporary issues and problems. N/A N/A GEOG 4136 Economic Geography An analysis of the world distribution of fundamental occupations and commodities. N/A N/A GEOG 4137 Intern Political Economy Introduction to scientific study of international political economy, an interdisciplinary field that focuses on the interplay between politics and economics. Course topics include trade, monetary and fiscal policies, foreign direct investment, and development. N/A N/A GEOG 4231 Fundamentals of GIS An interdisciplinary introduction to the fundamentals of GIS as a method of organizing, displaying, and analyzing spatial data. The course also provides an introduction to basic cartographic conventions. N/A N/A GEOG 4232 Probs In Geog Info Systems Prerequisites: GEOG 3137, GEOG 4132 and GEOG 4133. A course designed specifically for advanced GIS candidates who will identify, interpret, analyze and evaluate a geographical problem. N/A N/A GEOG 4233 Advanced Geog Info Systems Prerequisites: GEOG 3137, GEOG 4132 and GEOG 4133. Analytical aspects of spatial data, analysis, and modeling. Theoretical and applied aspects are examined through a series of practical exercises and assignments. N/A N/A GEOG 4839 Indt Study In Geog Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and Associate Dean. Offered N/A GEOG 4931 Selected Topics In Geog Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A Offered GEOG 5132 Urban Political Ecology Examination of our relationship with nature in cities with a focus on the political, economic, social and ecological processes that produce and support our varied urban environments. N/A N/A GEOG 5134 Geog Info Systems Graduate-level introduction to concepts of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), cartography, remote sensing, and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) in the context of social and environmental problems. N/A N/A GEOG 5231 Approaches To Geographic Educ Geographic content knowledge is linked to teaching strategies and curriculum development. Content focus will address approaches designed to foster geographic knowledge, study skills and critical thinking. N/A N/A GEOG 5931 Research Topics In Geog Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A GEOG 5939 Indt Study In Geography Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and Associate Dean. N/A N/A HIST 3000 History UL Elective History UL Elective N/A N/A HIST 3138 Intro to Latin Amer History Surveys the history of Latin America from c. 1500 to the present. Introduces Latin American history. N/A Offered HIST 3230 Ancient World Surveys the development of early civilizations from Mesopotamia and Egypt through Greece and the fall of Rome in the West. N/A Offered HIST 3231 Ancient Greece A study of classical Greece with particular attention to cultural, social and political developments. N/A N/A HIST 3232 Ancient Rome Intellectual, social, political and cultural developments in the history of the ancient Roman Republic and Empire (c.300 B.C.E. to 476 C.E.). Offered N/A HIST 3331 Medieval Europe The birth and first flowering of a truly European civilization?urban society and an agricultural economy. N/A Offered HIST 3332 Renaissance And Reformation Economic, political, intellectual and religious developments in Europe from 1300 to 1600. N/A N/A HIST 3334 Studies In Native Amer History History of indigenous peoples of the Americas from the fifteenth through the twentieth centuries, especially of the contacts between these people and European culture and societies and of their relations with colonial and national societies. Areas and cultures will vary; may be repeated with permission of instructor. N/A N/A HIST 4032 Studies in U.S. History Surveys important topics in United States history. Variable content. May be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. N/A N/A HIST 4033 Stu in African American Hist Issues and developments in African American history from 1619 to present. N/A N/A HIST 4035 Texas And The Borderlands Survey of the history of Texas and the southwestern borderlands from the beginning of European colonization to the present. Offered N/A HIST 4036 Colonial America Examines the genesis of American values by tracing the development of colonial institutions such as the family, the church, the school and slavery. N/A Offered HIST 4037 The New American Nation Emergence and development of a distinctly American society, politics and national identity. N/A Offered HIST 4038 Antebellum America A study of the United States from 1820 to 1860 with special emphasis on social and political developments. Offered N/A HIST 4039 The U S West History of Trans-Mississippi West from early 19th century exploration through late 20th century urbanization. N/A N/A HIST 4133 Civil War & Reconstruction The experience of Americans from the 1840s to the 1870s; their attempts to reconcile sectional and national identities. Offered N/A HIST 4134 Growth Of Industrial America Early growth of industrial capitalism and America's social and political response to it from the Civil War to World War I. N/A Offered HIST 4135 U.S., 1919-1945 Focus on modernization of life in U.S. and survey of crises of Great Depression and World War II. N/A Offered HIST 4136 U.S. Since 1945 Focus on U.S. Cold War political history and domestic upheavals of 1960s and 1970s. N/A N/A HIST 4137 Studies In Latin Amer History Surveys important issues and regions in Latin America. Variable content. May be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. N/A N/A HIST 4138 Colonial Latin America Examines history of Latin America during period of indigenous self-rule and colonial period. N/A N/A HIST 4139 Modern Latin America Survey of development of Latin America from 19th century to the present. N/A N/A HIST 4230 History of Mexico Survey of history of Mexico from Spanish conquest to the present. N/A N/A HIST 4234 U.S. Labor History Major changes in the U.S. economy, production technology, and social movements rooted in workplaces from 19th century to the present. N/A Offered HIST 4236 Reel America I Analysis of films and historical materials from the first half of the 20th century. Focus on cultural and social history; may include Women's Studies content. N/A N/A HIST 4237 Reel America II Analysis of films and historical material since 1945. Focus on cultural and social history. May include Women's Studies content. N/A N/A HIST 4238 Women In American History Exploration of diversity within the historical gender specific experience of women's participation in and contributions to the history of the United States. N/A Offered HIST 4239 The Vietnam War in Film Examines the Vietnam War in US film. Consists of class discussion drawn from film, memoirs, popular culture and historical background. Traces intersection of fact and fiction N/A N/A HIST 4330 History Of Feminism A survey of the development of those reform movements and individuals who shaped the growth of feminism in the 19th and 20th century U.S. and the world. May focus on a particular aspect of historical feminism. "Women Studies Course." Topic may vary; may be repeated for credit with instructor's consent. N/A N/A HIST 4333 Studies In Non-Western History Surveys selected periods and areas in Asia, the Middle East or Africa. Variable content. May be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. Offered N/A HIST 4334 Revolutionary Europe The Scientific Revolution and Enlightenment tradition, the French and Industrial Revolutions; the birth of ideologies and state building. N/A N/A HIST 4336 Modern Europe An examination of the major developments within European culture, politics, society and thought since 1815. N/A Offered HIST 4337 Reel Europe Examines cultural movements and political developments in European film. Filmic analysis will use historical documents, fiction, and political manifestos to understand cultural history. N/A N/A HIST 4338 Modern Britain Britain since the Industrial Revolution: the Empire, Victorian and twentieth century society. N/A N/A HIST 4339 Holocaust: Hist, Lit & Film Examination of Holocaust from historical, psychological and sociological perspectives. N/A Offered HIST 4430 Nazi Cinema & 3rd Reich Explores Third Reich through film and cultural artifact and the concept of emotional engineering, juxtaposing recreation with complements of law and order. N/A N/A HIST 4438 Women In European History The psychological, social and economic forces that contributed to the subordinate status of women in European society and an examination of feminist response. "Women Studies Course." N/A N/A HIST 4439 Studies in European History Surveys important topics in European history. Variable content. May be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. N/A N/A HIST 4832 The US and World War II Surveys the role of the US in World War II and explores the nature of comat, the home front and cultural remembrance. N/A N/A HIST 4839 Indt Study In History Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director required. Independent study in history. May be taken for 1, 2, or 3 hours of credits. N/A N/A HIST 4931 Selected Topics In Hist Identified by specific title each time course is offered. Offered Offered HIST 5000 History UL Elective History UL Elective N/A N/A HIST 5031 Research & Methds Seminar Research methods and techniques including historiography, bibliography and introduction to primary and secondary sources in political, social, economic, quantitative and public history. N/A Offered HIST 5131 Studies in Early American Hist Critical examination of major issues and themes in the history of the British North American colonies that became the United States. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with the permission of instructor. N/A Offered HIST 5132 The Civil War & Reconstruction American society and politics between the 1850s and the 1870s, emphasizing the end of slavery and the emergence of industrial America. Offered N/A HIST 5133 Antebellum America, 1815-1865 Examines specific problems and themes in nineteenth century American culture such as changes in family structure, race relations, the status of women and psychology of popular culture. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. N/A N/A HIST 5135 American Frontiers Critical examination of idea of West as historical place, frontier process and site of national myth from early contact between European and Native American peoples on. Evaluation of parallels to modern frontier of space exploration. N/A N/A HIST 5138 Local History Seminar History of local and nearby areas including Harris, Galveston, Fort Bend and Brazoria counties; heavy emphasis on student research into local and regional people, events and institutions. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. N/A N/A HIST 5232 U.S. Social Movements Analysis and comparison of ideology, composition, and social role of such reform movements as abolitionism, civil rights, feminism, labor unions, populism, and socialism. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. N/A N/A HIST 5233 U.S., 1877-1919 Topics in transformation of U.S. wrought by immigration and industrialization between end of Reconstruction and demoblilization after World War I. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of the instructor. N/A N/A HIST 5234 U.S., 1919-1945 Topics in modernization of life in U.S. and crises of the Great Depression and World War II. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. N/A Offered HIST 5235 U.S. Since 1945 Topics in contemporary U.S. history and exploration of problems involved in analyzing the very recent past. Topics vary; may be repreated for credit with permission of instructor. N/A N/A HIST 5236 Studies In History And Films Such topics as the history of film genres or filmmakers; the use of film as historical evidence; the correlation of films to history. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. N/A N/A HIST 5237 Nazi Cinema & 3rd Reich Exploration of the Third Reich through film and cultural artifact. Film was a medium which preserved old notions of identity, while offering new instruments of consensus building. N/A N/A HIST 5238 Weimar Cinema & the Great War Study of selected German films from 1918 to 1931 as contributions to debates about rationality, gender, violence, national identity and the human condition shaped by experiences. N/A N/A HIST 5239 The Vietnam War in Film Examines the Vietnam War in US film and cultural artifact. Traces intersection of fact and fiction evident in decades following Vietnam wAR. N/A N/A HIST 5330 Mem & Rep in Holocaust Cine Explores Holocaust memory and representation in American and European cinema. Students will utilize primary and secondary sources, including history, film, art, and philosophy. N/A Offered HIST 5430 Studies In Women's History Critical examination of major themes and issues in the history of women. Topics may vary; may be repeated with the permission of the instructor. " Women's Studies Course." Offered N/A HIST 5431 Biography in European History Examination of issues involved in researching and writing biographies of individuals from the European past. Students will read important biographies and write a partial biography. Offered N/A HIST 5432 Studies In European Hist Critical examination of major themes in the European past including historiographical analysis. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. N/A Offered HIST 5433 Reformation Europe A seminar which examines the Reformation movement in sixteenth century Europe. N/A N/A HIST 5434 Studies in Latin American Hist Critical examination of major issues and themes in Latin American history. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit. N/A Offered HIST 5931 Research Topics In History Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A HIST 5939 Indt Study In History Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director required. Independent study in history. N/A Offered HIST 6839 Master's Project Research Approval of adviser and project director required. N/A N/A HIST 6909 Comprehensive Exam Comprehensive exam for students for students following Option 4 degree requirements. Offered Offered HIST 6939 Master's Thesis Research Approval of adviser and thesis director required. N/A N/A HLTH 3000 3000 Level Health Elective 3000 Level Health Elective N/A N/A HLTH 3031 Health, Emerg Care & First Aid Emergency care for victims of sudden illness or injury; etiology of accidents; current safety concerns and practices. Basic Red Cross and CPR competencies. Offered Offered HLTH 3135 Health Promotion Programs The purposes, methods and objectives of health promotion programs in business and industry. N/A Offered HLTH 3136 Applied Kinesiology The study of functional anatomy with relevance to the kinesiology of exercise, exercise movements and sports participation. N/A Offered HLTH 3739 Undergrad Practicum Prerequisites: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in HLTH 4031, 4032, 4034, 4035. Ten hours of supervised work experience each week in an approved exercise testing laboratory. Offered Offered HLTH 4031 Physiology Of Exercise Study of the physiological bases of exercise with emphasis on the adaptation of the systems of the body to stress. N/A Offered HLTH 4032 Biomechanics Biomechanical analysis of human motion based on anatomical, physiological and mechanical principles. Role of mechanics in human performance and muscle?skeletal injuries. N/A Offered HLTH 4033 Nutrition and Weight Managemen Study of relationship among nutrition, exercise and weight control and their role in health and performance. Techniques for dietary analysis. Offered Offered HLTH 4034 Prin Of Physical Fitness Role of exercise in the development of health and fitness. Techniques for exercise prescription, injury prevention, strength, cardiovascular endurance and flexibility. Laboratory participation required. Offered Offered HLTH 4035 Seminar In Sports Medicine Approaches to injury prevention by conditioning and utilization of proper equipment. Diagnosis and rehabilitation of common sports injuries. Laboratory exercises N/A Offered HLTH 4037 Peak Performance How to improve performance by enhancing strength, flexibility, speed, power, agility and coordination. Varying content. May be repeated for credit with permission of the instructor. Offered Offered HLTH 4038 Resistive Exer: Theo. & Prac. Laboratory and lecture activities relating to appropriate training techniques for traditional, Olympic and rehabilitative strength exercises. The development of advanced periodization models. Offered Offered HLTH 4738 Capstone in FHP Reviews material from primary core Fitness and Human Performance courses, preparing students for required comprehensive final examination. Additionally, course prepares students for NSCA-CSCS examiniation. Offered Offered HLTH 4739 Internship Prerequisites: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in HLTH 3739, 4031, 4032, 4034, 4035. Work-related learning experience in the application of exercise health promotion programs to teaching, clinical or research activities. Permission of instructor required. Offered Offered HLTH 4839 Indt Study In Health Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director required. Individual projects and activities in development of skills related to health. N/A N/A HLTH 4931 Selected Topics In Health Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A HLTH 5131 Applied Exercise Physiology Neuromuscular function: lecture, discussion and lab experience dealing with the impact of acute and chronic exercise on the neuromuscular system. Emphasis upon responses to various strength training procedures. N/A Offered HLTH 5132 Applied Exercise Physiology Cardiopulmonary function: Attention is focused on cardiopulmonary adaptations to acute exercise as well as adaptations associated with regular exercise training. Emphasis upon responses to aerobic training procedures. N/A N/A HLTH 5133 Sports Nutrition Cardiopulmonary function: Attention is focused on cardiopulmonary adaptations to acute exercise as well as adaptations associated with regular exercise training. N/A N/A HLTH 5231 Tech In Human Perf Prerequisite: HLTH 4033 Nutrition, Fitness and Weight Control. Study of the effect of nutrition on sports performances and personal health. Offered N/A HLTH 5333 Organizational Wellness The purposes, methods and objectives of wellness programs in the public and private sector. N/A N/A HLTH 5335 Exer Prin Special Populations Exploration of relationships among special populations, their respective pathologies and how physical activity may influence their physical function. N/A Offered HLTH 5931 Research Topics In Health Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A Offered HLTH 5939 Indt Study In Hlth Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director required. Independent study in health. Offered N/A HLTH 6032 Adv Sem In Sports Med Discussion of current research issues in cardiopulmonary, metabolic, environment and bio?mechanical factors related to sports medicine. (Crosslisted with HLTH 4035). N/A Offered HLTH 6033 Lab Techniques & Res Design Concepts and methodology related to performing exercise science research. Examination of the various statistical methods and testing procedures utilized in exercise science research. N/A Offered HLTH 6035 Stats In Exercise Science Application of statistical processes commonly used in exercise science research. N/A N/A HLTH 6037 Adv Sem in Peak Performance How to improve performance by enhancing strength, flexibility, speed, power, agility and coordination. Varying content. May be repeated for credit with permission of the instructor. Offered N/A HLTH 6039 Research in Hmn Perf Provides practical experience in research methodologies related to exercise and sports science. Students participate in ongoing research projects in the Human Performance Laboratory. Including data collection, statistical analysis, and presentation. Topics vary; may be repeated for credit. N/A N/A HLTH 6739 Graduate Internship Prerequisite: 24 hours of graduate-level course work and approval of internship coordinator. Minimum of two days a week in an approved setting. Written report required. Arrangements for internship should be completed by preregistration. Offered Offered HLTH 6839 Master's Project Research Approval of adviser and project director required. N/A N/A HLTH 6939 Master's Thesis Research Approval of adviser and thesis director required. N/A N/A HSAF 4030 Study Abroad For undergraduate students who are engaged in a study abroad experience not organized through UHCL. Department Consent Required. N/A N/A HSAF 5030 Study Abroad For graduate students who are engaged in a study abroad experience not organized through UHCL N/A N/A HUMN 3031 Basic Texts Wstrn Tradition I The synthesis and continuity of Biblical, Greek, Roman and Medieval European roots of Western culture to the Reformation, Hebrew Testament, Homer, Plato, Aristotle, Virgil, New Testament, St. Augustine, Dante, Aquinas, Luther and Calvin. Offered Offered HUMN 3033 Basic Texts Wstrn Tradition II Major dynamics of Western culture since the Renaissance. Reformation and the rise of science. Authors such as Galileo, Luther, Shakespeare, Voltaire, Darwin, Marx, Freud and Sartre Offered Offered HUMN 3034 Arts & The Child Exploration of visual art, theatre, music and dance as they relate to children's aesthetic growth. N/A N/A HUMN 3035 Basic Texts III Non-West Trad Touchstones of literature and art from non-western cultures such as those of Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Native America. Offered Offered HUMN 4038 Intro To Women's Studies General information on the wide range of issues related to the status of women. "Women's Studies Course." (Crosslisted with PSYC 4038,SOCI 4038, WMST 4038). N/A Offered HUMN 4236 Studies in Film Overview of film texts from a topical, generic or historical perspective. Includes introduction to theory. Topics vary. May be repeated for credit with instructor permission. N/A Offered HUMN 4732 Seminar In Women's Studies Prerequisite: Any previous Women's Studies course. An advanced course in Women's Studies, designed to acquaint the student with contemporary issues in feminist scholarship across the disciplines. (Crosslisted with HUMN 5732, PSYC 4732, PSYC 5732). N/A N/A HUMN 4735 Senior Seminar Prerequisites: 24 credit hours of course work at UHCL including WRIT 3037 and two of the following courses: HUMN 3031, 3033, or 3035. Required capstone for Humanities majors. Encourages students to synthesize their liberal arts experiences. Seminar focuses interdisciplinary studies around a single theme or topic. Topics vary. May be repeated for credit. N/A Offered HUMN 4739 Internship A supervised onsite internship in an approved setting. Permission of instructor. N/A N/A HUMN 4839 Indt Study In Humanities Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director required. Independent study in Humanities. N/A N/A HUMN 4915 Cooperative Education Educational paid work assignment by a student in the field of his or her career interest and course of study. Academic supervision and a report required. N/A N/A HUMN 4931 Selected Topics In Humanties Identified by a specific title each time the course is offered. N/A Offered HUMN 5031 Texts And Images I Touchstones of literature and art from ancient times through the Middle Ages. Artists and works such as: Epic of Gilgamesh, Homer, Plato, Virgil, the Bible; Mesopotamian art, classical Greek sculpture, the Parthenon; Dante, Petrarch. N/A Offered HUMN 5033 Texts And Images II Touchstones of literature and art from European Renaissance to contemporary times. Artists and works such as: Rousseau, Goethe, Wordsworth, Austen, Dostoevski, Borges, Proust, Joyce; Gainsborough, Hogarth, Goya, Manet, Cezanne, Picasso, Matisse, Rothko, Warhol. N/A Offered HUMN 5035 Texts And Images III Origins and interplay of non-western traditions; study of founding philosophical and religious traditions such as those of Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Native America. N/A N/A HUMN 5037 Writ for Technical Professions Theory and practice of creating technical documents such as instructions, procedures, process analyses, and operating manuals. Attention to the importance of form, structure, and design for successful presentation. N/A N/A HUMN 5131 Writing for Bus Professions Advanced seminar in rhetorical analysis of professional communication. Emphasizes production of effective, efficient documents. Includes overview of changing workplace demands and strategies to manage communication projects. N/A N/A HUMN 5133 Public Relations Writing Writing for corporate, government and non-profit organizations. Press releases, public service announcements, speeches, newsletters, grants, etc. Interviewing, public relations research techniques, layout and production. N/A N/A HUMN 5134 Editing Students will learn the interpersonal and liguistic skills required for editing. They will learn to make documents highly readable by revising for content, mechanics, style, visual design, organization, illustrations, tables and documentation. N/A Offered HUMN 5236 Studies in Film In-depth analysis of film texts from a topical, generic or historical perspective. Emphasis on theoretical approaches and individual research. Topics vary. May be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. N/A Offered HUMN 5237 Studies in Art History Studies in art history, art theory and criticism. Topics vary. Course may be repeated for credit when content varies. N/A Offered HUMN 5336 Philosophy in Religion In-depth examination of issues in contemporary philosophy of religion. Emphasis on application of the logical tools of recent analytic philosophy to traditional questions relating to religion. N/A N/A HUMN 5732 Seminar In Women's Studies Prerequisite: Any previous Women's Studies course. An advanced course in Women's Studies, designed to acquaint the student with contemporary issues in feminist scholarship across the disciplines. (Crosslisted with HUMN 4732, PSYC 4732, PSYC 5732). N/A N/A HUMN 5915 Cooperative Education Educational paid work assignment by a student in the field of his or her career interest and course of study. Academic supervision and a report required. N/A N/A HUMN 5931 Topics In Humanities Identified by a specific title each time the course is offered. N/A Offered HUMN 5939 Indt Study In Humanities Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director required. Independent study in Humanities. N/A Offered HUMN 6739 Internship Supervised internship in approved internship setting. Comprehensive written report required. Offered N/A HUMN 6839 Master's Project Research Approval of adviser and project director required. Offered N/A HUMN 6909 Comprehensive Exam Comprehensive exam for students for students following Option 4 degree requirements. N/A Offered HUMN 6939 Master's Thesis Research Approval of adviser and thesis director required. N/A N/A LITR 3334 Mythology Greco-Roman and other selected mythological texts important in world literature, such Homeric or Akkadian epic, the eddas, the stories of the Arthurian cycle, and Native American myths. N/A Offered LITR 3631 Shakespeare Shakespeare's major plays and their production in the theatre of the English Renaissance. N/A Offered LITR 3632 16th & 17th Cent British Litr Non-Shakespearean poetry, drama, and prose of early modern Britain, including selections from writers such as Wyatt, Marlowe, Spenser, Jonson, Donne, Lanyer, Milton, and Marvell. N/A N/A LITR 3633 Res & 18th Cent British Litr Representative British texts and authors of the period 1660-1790, such as Dryden, Behn, Pope, Swift, Defoe, Johnson, and Boswell. N/A N/A LITR 3731 Creative Writing A practical seminar in writing fiction, poetry or drama. Some theory. Emphasis on critical discussion of participants' work. N/A N/A LITR 4001 Literature Elective N/A N/A N/A LITR 4031 Principles Of Composition Advanced study of the principles of composition with emphasis on grammatical theory and analysis, discourse theory and the cognitive, rhetorical and linguistic aspects of writing; emphasis on recent developments in theory. N/A N/A LITR 4034 Workshop In Poetics The language, formal strategy and mechanical techniques of poetry. A practical sense of how poems work. Designed for teachers, readers and writers of poetry. N/A N/A LITR 4035 Film As Literature Understanding films through the languages of film (shots, montage, framing, lighting, sound, genre, classical Hollywood and avant-garde). Film interpretation and critique. N/A N/A LITR 4130 Literary Stud: Genres & Persp Introduction to the close study of literary and dramatic texts and issues affecting interpretation. N/A Offered LITR 4131 Literary Theory Prerequisite: LITR 4130 Literary Studies: Genres and Critical Perspectives. Theories about the nature of verbal art and the relationship between literature and reality. N/A N/A LITR 4132 Mod American & British Poetry Myth and epic, the personal poem, expressionism, neo-romanticism; such poets as Yeats, Auden, Stevens and Frost. N/A N/A LITR 4133 Modern And Contemporary Drama A century of national and international playwrights from Henrik Ibsen and Anton Chekhov to Sam Shepard and August Wilson; realism, symbolism, expressionism, theatre of the absurd. N/A N/A LITR 4134 The Modern Novel Major works of such novelists as Conrad, Joyce, Faulkner, Mann, Garcia-Marquez. N/A N/A LITR 4135 The American Novel Focus on development of form, style and theme in American fiction; major and lesser-known novelists over two centuries. N/A N/A LITR 4230 Jane Austen An overview of the life and work of Jane Austen, focusing on major novels, such as Pride and Prejudice, and early works, such as Lady Susan, in relation to literary and cultural traditions of the period. N/A N/A LITR 4231 Early American Literature Multicultural voices and texts from Native America, Spanish America, and African America; early dominant cultures of Puritans and Founders; spoken traditions, cultural history, and early modern literature. N/A N/A LITR 4232 The American Renaissance The Romantic period of American literature featuring Transcendentalists, classic and popular fiction, slave narratives in context of antebellum culture; authors include Emerson, Poe, Hawthorne, Stowe, Douglass, Dickinson, Whitman, and others. N/A Offered LITR 4233 American Realism & Naturalism Literature of social observation and criticism, psychological realism, effect of social and natural science on literary form, literature of American folkways. Authors may include Twain, Wharton, James, Chesnutt, Crane. N/A N/A LITR 4234 American Modernism Literary experimentation in context of international Modernism; expressions of social and cultural dislocation or search for order. Authors may include Eliot, Fitzgerald, Faulkner, Hurston. N/A N/A LITR 4235 Contemp American Literature Diverse writings from recent decades; topics addressed may include revisions of traditional narrative; conformity and counter-culture; postmodernism; re-imagining ethnic, gender, national or planetary identity. Authors may include Toni Morrison, Thomas Pyncho, Colson Whitehead, and Lydia Davis. Offered N/A LITR 4236 Romantic Mvmt in British Litr Major Romantic poets and novelists; Coleridge, Wordsworth, Byron, Scott, Mary Shelley, Bronte, and others; topics may include revolution and war, gender issues, rise of the individual, colonialism, exoticism, science, or art. N/A N/A LITR 4237 Victorian Literature Major Victorian essayists, poets, and novelists, including Tennyson, the Brontes, George Eliot, Gaskell Stoker, Wilder; literary responses to industrialization, empire and class struggle; examination of social, artistic and moral tensions in Victorian literature. N/A Offered LITR 4238 Rise & Dev the British Novel Origins and development of the novel in English; major British novelists from the late 17th through the early 20th centuries, such as Behn, Defoe, Richardson, Austen, Dickens, Hardy, and Conrad. N/A N/A LITR 4331 Contemporary Poetry Poetry in English after 1950, American or transnational focus; may include such figures as Lowell, Ginsberg, Rich, Heaney, Walcott. N/A N/A LITR 4332 American Minority Literature Classic and contemporary texts from America's ethnic and gender minorities: African Americans, Native Americans, Mexican Americans, women and others. N/A N/A LITR 4333 American Immigrant Literature America's fundamental narrative of immigration, the "American Dream" and its variations, told in voices from the Pilgrims through Jewish, European, Asian, Central American and Caribbean writers of the 20th and 21st centuries. N/A Offered LITR 4435 Medieval Literature Romance, lyric, fabliau, epic, play and story. Selections from such medieval masters as Dante, the Gawain, Tristan and Beowulf poets, Boccaccio and Chritien de Troyes. Texts will be read in translation. N/A N/A LITR 4530 Masterpieces of 19th C Eur Lit Revolutionary literary and philosophical works from 19th-century European tradition; includes such writers as Balzac, Flaubert, Nietzsche, Marx, Dostoevski, Austen, Dickens, Blake, Turgenev. N/A N/A LITR 4531 Masterpieces of 20th C Eur Lit Major works by 20th-century European writers, including James, Conrad, Woolf, Proust, Colette, Camus, Mann, Kafka, Nabokov, Duras; topics may include the problems of modern existence, war, human rights, the citizen, the writer. N/A N/A LITR 4533 Tragedy The dimensions of tragic experience as expressed in Western literature. N/A N/A LITR 4534 Comedy The comic view of the human predicament as seen in writers such as Aristophanes, Moliere, Wilde and others. N/A N/A LITR 4535 Litr Of Adolescence Growing up: variance and continuity in depictions of adolescence by American and other writers. N/A Offered LITR 4537 Women In Literature Heroines from Eve to Molly Bloom; literature constructs the female; emphasis on nineteenth and twentieth century works. "Women's Studies Course." N/A N/A LITR 4538 Literature and Religion Tests concerning spiritual journeys, religious passion and impact of belief on character. Religions may be western or non-western, world or folk. Genres may range from scriptures to novels, memoirs and poetry. Topics, texts and themes will vary. May be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. N/A N/A LITR 4631 Chaucer The art of England's greatest narrative poet: Canterbury Tales, Troilus and Criseyde. N/A Offered LITR 4632 Literature Of The Future Apocalyptic, evolutionary, and alternative narratives for literature depicting human society in the near and deep future; genres include classic and current science fiction, prophecy, utopias, dystopias, ecotopias. Offered N/A LITR 4819 Indt Study In Literature Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director required. Independent Study in Literature. May be taken for 1or 3 hours of credit. N/A N/A LITR 4839 Indt Study In Literature Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director required. Independent Study in Literature. May be taken for 1or 3 hours of credit. N/A N/A LITR 4931 Selected Topics In Literature Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A LITR 5034 Workshop In Poetics A comprehensive consideration of elements, mechanics and compositional strategies in English language poetry; bases for evaluation of both traditional and free verse forms; some attention to the development of the poetic tradition in English since the Middle Ages. Offered Offered LITR 5036 Public Relations Writing Writing for corporate, government and non-profit organizations. Press releases, public service announcements, speeches, newsletters, grants, etc. Interviewing, public relations research techniques, layout and productions. N/A N/A LITR 5037 Writ for Technical Professions Theory and practice of creating technical documents such as instructions, procedures, process analyses, and operating manuals. Attention to the importance of form, structure, and design for successful presentation. N/A N/A LITR 5038 Writ for Business Professions Advanced seminar in rhetorical analysis of professional communication. Emphasizes production of effective, efficient documents. Includes overview of changing workplace demands and strategies to manage communication projects. N/A N/A LITR 5039 Editing Students will learn the interpersonal skills required for editing. They will learn to make documents highly readable by revising for content, mechanics, style, visual design, organization, illustrations, and documentations. N/A Offered LITR 5130 Composition:Theory & Practice Workshop in approaches to the teaching process; emphasis on composition theory, techniques for teaching description, narration, exposition, syntax and grammar. N/A Offered LITR 5131 Stdy In Composition & Rhetoric Identified by specific title each time course is offered. May be repeated for credit. N/A N/A LITR 5132 Literary Theory History of main theories of literature; selected concepts, technical constructs, schools of criticism and theory. Literature MA candidates must take during first year of graduate work. N/A Offered LITR 5430 Creative Writing Seminar in writing fiction, poetry, drama or creative nonfiction. May be repeated for credit when genre varies. N/A N/A LITR 5431 American Literature Seminar focused on a particular style, period, genre, or topic in American literature; e.g., Romanticism, Realism, Modernism, fiction, poetry; drama; the city, the frontier. May be repeated for credit when content varies. N/A Offered LITR 5434 British Litr--Pre-Restoration Seminar focused on a particular author, period or genre, for instance Chaucer, Shakespeare or Spenser and Milton; women's writing. Course may be repeated for credit when content varies. N/A Offered LITR 5435 British Litr--Res to Present Seminar focused on a particular period or genre, for instance Restoration, 18th Century, Romantic or Victorian, Modernism, poetry, the novel. May be repeated for credit when content varies. N/A Offered LITR 5436 Major Authors Intensive study of one or more authors influential in American, English or World literature. For instance: Euripides, Dante, Dickinson, George Eliot, Mishima or Walcott. May be repeated for credit when content varies. N/A N/A LITR 5437 Literature and Culture Seminar on interdisciplinary approaches to the study of texts within cultures. Course may be repeated for credit when content varies. N/A N/A LITR 5438 Literature and Gender Seminar on texts exploring gender issues. Examines a range of theoretical approaches to such topics as gender and identity,; gender, class, and race; feminist theory; or gendered literary traditions. May be repeated for credit when content varies. N/A Offered LITR 5439 Genre, Movement, or Style Intensive study of a particular literary genre, movement or style such as Romanticism, Surrealism, the Gothic, the short story, the epic, confessional poetry, mysteries & detective stories or magic realism. May be repeated for credit when content varies. Offered N/A LITR 5739 Writing Center Practicum Permission of instructor required. Prepares students to work in a one-on-one tutoring environment. Instruction in working with students as peer tutors; emphasis placed on learning about the composing process, strategies for invention, organization, development, revision and editing. N/A Offered LITR 5831 World/Multicultural Literature Survey or in-depth focus on a nation's, region's, culture's, or diaspora's literature, potentially in dialogue with other literary traditions. Topics may include Postcolonial Literature, Literature of India, American Minority or Immigrant Literature, others. May be repeated for credit when content varies. N/A Offered LITR 5931 Research Topics In Litr Identified by specific title each time course is offered. Offered Offered LITR 5939 Indt Study In Literature Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director required. Independent study in Literature. Offered N/A LITR 6739 Graduate Internship Prerequisites: LITR 5130, LITR 5739 and one semester tutoring in the Writing Center. Supervised composition internship in approved setting. Comprehensive written report required. N/A N/A LITR 6909 Comprehensive Exam Comprehensive exam for students for students following Option 4 degree requirements. Offered Offered LITR 6939 Master's Thesis Research Approval of adviser and thesis director required. Offered N/A PHIL 3000 Philosophy UL Elective Philosophy 3000 UL Elective N/A N/A PHIL 3231 Logic An investigation of traditional approaches to correct and incorrect reasoning. The application of logic to our "everyday world" is an integral part of the course. N/A N/A PHIL 3331 Ethics A primary course in assessing ethical questions, judgments and systems of morality. Readings will address contemporary ethical issues. Offered Offered PHIL 3433 Philosophy And Knowledge I Historical approach to the theory of knowledge (epistemology). Issues addressed include skepticism, the role of sense perception and the justification of knowledge claims Readings include works by Plato, Descartes, Hume and Kant. N/A N/A PHIL 4134 The Great Philosophers I Survey of the ideas of the great philosophers of the western tradition from ancient Greece through the middle ages. N/A Offered PHIL 4135 The Great Philosophers II Survey of the ideas of the great philosophers of the modern western world. N/A N/A PHIL 4232 Philosophy Of Religion Investigation of the responses of philosophers and theologians to questions about the nature of God and the problem of evil. N/A N/A PHIL 4839 Indt Study In Philosophy Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director required. Independent study in Philosophy. Offered N/A PHIL 4931 Selected Topics In Philosophy Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A Offered PHIL 5431 Metaphysics Inquiry into the thought of major thinkers on the nature of reality. The particular philosophers to be studied will vary from semester to semester. N/A Offered PHIL 5433 Continental Philisophy The study of major European philosophers of the modern period: Kant, Hegel, Nietzsche, Heidegger, Levinias and others. N/A N/A PHIL 5931 Research Topics In Philosophy Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A PHIL 5939 Indt Study In Philosophy Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director required. Independent study in Philosophy. N/A N/A POLS 3031 Cont Issues in Pol Science Examination of current issues and problems in American and International politics. N/A N/A POLS 3331 Legislative Process Functions of the United States Congress and the Texas Legislature; legislative relationships with other sectors of government. N/A Offered POLS 3332 State & Local Gov Analysis of state and local government with special emphasis on Texas State Legislature and Houston city council. N/A N/A POLS 3631 Politics and Film Examines relationship between film and politics with special attention given to the role of film in the transmission of political information and ideas. N/A N/A POLS 4132 Race & Ethnic Politics Examination of relationship between racial and ethnic minorities and the American political system. N/A N/A POLS 4133 Civil Liberties In America Factors and forces that have altered the scope of civil liberties in the U.S.; history and analysis. N/A N/A POLS 4134 Chief Executive Constitutional, political and administrative responsibilities of chief executives in government in comparison to the President of the United States. N/A N/A POLS 4135 Judicial Process The role of law, lawyers and judges in influencing social and political change in America; history and analyses. N/A N/A POLS 4137 Voting & Elections Analysis of electoral behavior in the United States including determinants of the vote, election turnout, issues and elections and media in elections. N/A N/A POLS 4432 International Relations Analysis of major theoretical approaches to international politics; explores important historical and contemporary questions and debates in international affairs. N/A N/A POLS 4531 Public Administration Concepts of control, productivity and organizational design and structure; human behavior in organizations; administrative responsibility. N/A N/A POLS 4534 Comparative Political Systems Prerequisite: 4531 or equivalent. Planning outcomes of government action in countries other than the U.S.; implementation analysis; instruments for political participation. N/A N/A POLS 4535 Political Philosophy This course provides a frame of reference for classifying and assessing the merits of individual political theories in terms of their philosophical foundations. N/A N/A POLS 4536 Political Economy Examines broad survey of some major debates in political economy; an analysis of the creation, evolution and reform of market institutions. N/A N/A POLS 4630 Senior Seminar A capstone course, required of graduating political science majors, which provides an overview of the discipline. N/A N/A POLS 4734 Pre-Law Seminar A test-taking intensive course designed to prepare students for the LSAT and law school. N/A N/A POLS 4830 Intern in Gov & Politics A supervised, onsite internship in a political science capacity. Permission of instructor required. This course may be repeated once for credit for a total of six hours. N/A N/A POLS 4839 Indt Study in Political Sci Prerequisite: Approval of instructor, Faculty Chair and Associate Dean required. Independent directed study in Political Science. N/A N/A POLS 4931 Select Topics Pol Sci Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A PSLD 4234 Organizations in Society Study of several aspects of our organizational society such as roles, power and membership; investigation of fire service organizations and their influence on individuals. N/A N/A PSLD 4238 Social Conflict & Mediation Examines theories of social conflict and application of dispute resolution/mediation techniques within fire service organizations. N/A N/A PSLD 4433 Public Service Mgmt. Overview of basic theories of administrative organization, relationships and behavior. How to structure, manage, direct and control units within fire service organizations. Offered Offered PSLD 4434 Public Service Leadership Examinations of determinants and consequences of effective and ineffective leadership in fire service organzations. Offered Offered PSLD 4435 Strategic Planning Strategic Planning and facilitation of organizational change in fire service organizations. N/A Offered PSLD 4436 Organizational Comm. Examination of general communication processes and dynamics within fire service organization. N/A N/A PSLD 4437 Managerial Iss. in Diversity Explorers what managers in Fire Services Administration need to know abou diversity and minority/majority relations. N/A Offered PSLD 4438 Crisis Management Examines crisis management from a broad holistic systems perspective covering theories and analysis of crisis management, practice of crisis management process and handling of community crisis stress. N/A N/A PSLD 4439 Ethics in Pub. Leadership Examination of the unique ethical challenges faced by leaders with an emphasis on building ethical competency. N/A Offered PSLD 4839 Ind Study in Public Ser Lead Independent Study in Public Service Leadership N/A N/A PSLD 4931 Sel Topics in Pub Ser Lead Identified by specific title each time course is offered. May be repeated for credit. N/A N/A PSYC 3011 Careers in Psychology This course introduces students to undergraduate psychology major, provides basic advising, covers careers in psychology and prepare students for applying to graduate school or jobs. Offered Offered PSYC 3012 Writing in Psychology Introduction to APA style and writing for the social sciences. Psychology majors should take this course during their first year. N/A Offered PSYC 3135 Psychological Thinking Prerequisite: Introductory Psychology course. Focuses on gaining skills necessary to understand and critique issues and research from a psychological perspective. Emphasis will be on critical thinking, expression of ideas, APA style and journal reading. Offered Offered PSYC 3231 Learning Prerequisite: PSYC 3133 , 3134 or Introduction to General Psychology. Basic principles of learning and how they apply to human behavior. Offered Offered PSYC 3331 Theories Of Personality Theories of the origins, structure and dynamics of personality; emphasis on the "normal" personality. Offered Offered PSYC 3332 Family Psychology Overview of family psychology. Topics include family systems, family health, the family life cycle and family violence. N/A N/A PSYC 3333 Human Sexuality This course will explore psychological, biological and cultural viewpoints on sexual behavior, including research on attraction, gender, sexual dysfunction, sexual variations, sexual orientation and sexual coercion. Offered Offered PSYC 3334 Drugs And Behavior Mechanisms and effects of alcohol, opiates, sedatives, tranquilizers, stimulants, psychedelics and other psychotropic drugs; problems of abuse and attempts at control and education. Offered Offered PSYC 3335 Behavioral Pharmacology Resch Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Laboratory investigation of drug/brain/ behavior relationships in the rat. Readings from primary research literature, laboratory experiments and research reports. N/A Offered PSYC 3336 Behavioral Neuroscience Resch Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Laboratory investigation of brain/behavior relationships in the rat. Readings from primary research literature, laboratory experiments and research reports. N/A N/A PSYC 4032 Interviewing And Assessment The provision of human services is covered in this course, e.g. intake, rapport building, goal-setting, implementation and evaluation. Multicultural sensitivity and ethics are also covered. N/A N/A PSYC 4038 Intro To Women's Studies General information on the wide range of issues related to the status of women. "Women Studies Course." (Crosslisted with HUMN 4038,SOCI 4038,WMST 4038). N/A Offered PSYC 4111 Psychology Capstone Prerequisite: Completion of at least 18 hours in Psychology. The course is intended to be an integrative capstone experience for psychology majors. Offered Offered PSYC 4131 Social Psychology Attitudes, social cognition, person perception, self, social influence, relationships, prejudice, helping and aggression. Theories, research and application. Offered Offered PSYC 4132 Intro to Marriage & Family The Introduction to the practice of marriage and family therapy. History of the field. Systems and contextual theory. Major theories and practices. Professional ethics. N/A N/A PSYC 4133 Tests And Measurements Informal and standardized tests of achievement, intelligence, adjustment and aptitude. N/A Offered PSYC 4134 Child Psychology Cognitive, social and emotional development of children; psychoanalysis, behavioristic and Piagetian approaches. Offered Offered PSYC 4135 Adolescent Psyc Problems of role and identity in relation to adolescents' needs for acceptance, autonomy and intimacy; special attention will be given to topics such as sexual maturation, love and friendship and drug abuse. N/A Offered PSYC 4136 Brain And Behavior The biological basis of how one thinks, feels and acts. Offered Offered PSYC 4217 Practicum in Applied Behavior Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Supervised application of behavorial principles and methods in community settings. N/A N/A PSYC 4227 Practicum in Applied Behavior Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Supervised application of behavioral principles and methods in community settings. N/A N/A PSYC 4231 Applied Behavior Analysis I Pre- or Co-requisite: PSYC 3231. 2nd course in a 3-course sequence to prepare students for the BCaBA. Topics include: introduction to single-subject research design, use of learning principles in applied areas and ethical issues in behavior analysis. N/A N/A PSYC 4232 Applied Behavior Analysis II Prerequisite: PSYC 4231. 3rd course in a 3-course sequence to prepare students for the BCaBA. Topics include: use of learning principles in applied areas, such as education, business, health and human services, and ethical issues in behavior analysis. N/A Offered PSYC 4237 Practicum in Applied Behavior Pre or Co-requisite: PSYC 3231 Learning, and permission of instructor required. Supervised application of behaviorla principles and methods in community settings. Students may enroll twice in this course for up to six hours credit. N/A N/A PSYC 4332 Intro to Industrial/Org Psyc Overview of the issues, problems and practices in industrial/organizational psychology. Topics include work group dynamics, attitudes, job analysis, employee selection, performance appraisal, training and organizational development. N/A Offered PSYC 4334 Psychology Of Women The development of sex differences and sex roles; modern viewpoints on gender appropriate behavior. "Women Studies Course." N/A Offered PSYC 4337 Violence Against Women Global perspectives of violence against women by men. Topics include rape, sexual abuse, incest, female genital mutilation, battering, sexual slavery, sexual harassment. N/A N/A PSYC 4431 User Centered Design Covers how users should be included in design process including need analysis, requirements writing, iterative testing of low/medium/high fidelity prototype, implementation. N/A N/A PSYC 4436 Organizational Communication Examination of general communication processes and dynamics within non-profit and governmental organizations. N/A N/A PSYC 4438 Dev of Gender & Rac Ident Explores how children and adolescents come to understand gender and race, and with their changing understanding how they incorporate gender and race into their self-concept, and use them to define/categorize others. N/A N/A PSYC 4439 Psyc of Latina/os in the US In this course we will examine the ways gender, race, culture, immigration and social class shape the psychology of Latina/os in the United States. Throughout the course will consider identity development as a psychological construct and will explore identity formation of individual Latina/os as well as group identity for multiple sub-groups of Latina/os (e.g. Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Dominican, etc.) N/A N/A PSYC 4531 Abnormal Psyc Neurotic and psychotic personality patterns; etiology, symptoms, diagnosis and correctional methods and institutions viewed from a psychological perspective. N/A Offered PSYC 4536 The Aging Experience Examines cross?cultural differences, retirement, generational issues, death and dying and political and social implications of the aging experience for today's and tomorrow's elderly. (Crosslisted with SOCI 4536). Offered Offered PSYC 4730 Behavioral Statistics Permutations and combinations, probability, hypothesis testing, sample theory, parameter estimation, frequency functions and correlation and regression. Applications in the Behavioral Sciences. Offered Offered PSYC 4731 Social Sciences Research Tech Analysis and application of social science research techniques. Offered Offered PSYC 4732 Seminar In Women's Studies Prerequisite: Any previous Women's Studies course. An advanced course in Women's Studies, designed to acquaint the student with contemporary issues in feminist scholarship across the disciplines. (Crosslisted with HUMN 4732, HUMN 5732, PSYC 5732.) N/A N/A PSYC 4735 Personal Stress Management Course will explore various methodologies for stress management emphasizing personal applications. N/A N/A PSYC 4819 Indt Study In Psychology Prerequisite: Approval of advisor and independent study director required. Independent study in psychology. N/A N/A PSYC 4832 Cognitive Psychology An empirical and theoretical examination of human cognitive processes. Possible topics include perception, memory, problem solving and artificial intelligence. N/A Offered PSYC 4839 Indt Study In Psyc Prerequisite: Approval of advisor and independent study director required. Independent study in psychology. N/A N/A PSYC 4911 Selected Topics in Psychology Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A PSYC 4931 Selected Topics In Psyc Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A PSYC 5031 Human Growth & Development An overview of the developmental process throughout the life span. Focus on physical, cognitive, social and emotional components of development. Offered Offered PSYC 5111 Orientation to School Psyc Prerequisite: Admission to School Psychology program. Orients students to field of School Psychology. Addresses history and development, paradigms for service delivery, and roles and functions of school psychology specialists. Students will accompany practicing LSSP to be directly exposed to roles and functions performed. N/A Offered PSYC 5131 Psychopath Of Childhood Prerequisite: PSYC 5031 or equivalent. Survey of psychological disorders of childhood: diagnostic categories, assessment approaches, etiology, treatment and prognosis. N/A Offered PSYC 5134 Interviewing & Assessment Interviewing skills, goal setting, evaluating client progress, cultural sensitivity and ethnics. Critical analysis of research literature. N/A Offered PSYC 5135 Prof Issues In Human Services Ethics, dual relationships, legal issues, confidentiality and other professional issues in the delivery of human services. N/A Offered PSYC 5136 Multicultural Counseling This course will familiarize students with culturally sensitive clinical practice with ethnic and other minority clients. Prerequisite: Admission to Clinical Psychology, Family Therapy or School Psychology Program. N/A N/A PSYC 5137 Trauma and Resilience Theories and data concerning psychological response to traumatic events, resilience and recovery. Developmental, institutional and ethno-cultural factors also are examined. N/A N/A PSYC 5138 Mindfulness & Accept. Therapy This course will familiarize students with the theory and research supporting recent trends in behavior therapy., particularly the group of therapies interested in the constructs of mindfulness and acceptance. Prerequisite: Admission to Clinical Psychology, Family Therapy or School Psychology Program. N/A N/A PSYC 5231 Psychotherapy Thry & Rsrch Prerequisite: PSYC 3331; 4531; or equivalent; admission to clinical psychology, family therapy or school psychology program. Forms of modern psychotherapy: psychoanalysis, humanistic, existential and behavioral. N/A Offered PSYC 5233 Introduction To Family Therapy Introduction to theories and techniques of family and marital therapy; family process and lifestyle of the family. Offered Offered PSYC 5234 Family Life Cycle Prerequisite: PSYC 5233 and admission to family therapy program. Overview of family process and modifications of family structures over the course of the family cycle (e.g., birth of the first child, adolescence and mid-life, children leaving home, etc.). N/A N/A PSYC 5235 Learning Principles Basic principles of learning and their applications to human problems. Preparation for more advanced applications courses. An undergraduate learning or behavioral modification course is recommended as a preparation. N/A Offered PSYC 5236 Family Assessment Prerequisite: PSYC 4631, 4632 and PSYC 5233. Admission to the Family Therapy Program. An overview of assessment methods and instruments related to marital and family dysfunctions. Diagnosis of dysfunctional relationship patterns and of nervous and mental disorders. N/A Offered PSYC 5239 Group Psychotherapy Prerequisites: Acceptance into clinical, family therapy or school psychology program. PSYC 5731 and one therapy course. An introduction to the theory and practice of group psychotherapy including the study of group dynamics and group process. Students participate as group members and practice, under supervision, as group facilitators. Offered Offered PSYC 5331 Personnel Psychology Co-/ Pre-requisites: PSYC 6036, 6037. Overview of the issues and problems encountered by industrial/organizational psychologists. Topics include job analysis, employee selection, performance appraisal, reliability and validity and employment law. N/A Offered PSYC 5332 Organizational Psychology Overview of the issues and problems which organizational psychologists examine and the methods they employ. Topics include work motivation, job attitudes and organizational change. Offered Offered PSYC 5333 Leadership In Organizations Interdisciplinary examination of the determinants and consequences of effective and ineffective leadership in various types of organizations. N/A N/A PSYC 5334 Change and Organizational Dev Prerequisites: 5332. Introduces students to notion of change, both at individual and organizational level. Surveys organizational change techniques and strategies. Students learn to work in groups and apply OD models to diagnose organizational problems and recommend interventions. N/A Offered PSYC 5335 Career Counseling Prerequisite: Admission to clinical psychology, family therapy or school psychology program. Review of theories of career choice, accessing vocational information, theories. (Crosslisted with HMRS 5535). N/A Offered PSYC 5336 Beh in Complex Organizations Study of how complex organizations are used as "social tools" to attain specific ends; exploration of issues of organizational structure, goals, technology, boundaries, resources and power. Focus on behavioral consequences of bureaucratic hierarchy. N/A N/A PSYC 5337 Violence Against Women Global perspectives of violence against women by men. Topics include sexual assault, battering and harassment. Critical analysis of research literature. N/A N/A PSYC 5338 Cross-Cultural Communications Examines the role of cross-cultural communication in economic, political and social transactions. Examines the impact of cultural beliefs, values and behavior patterns on communication with members of different cultures and identifies the factors that facilitate cross-cultural communications. N/A N/A PSYC 5339 Training And Development Overview of training and development in organizations with particular emphasis on needs assessment, the learning environment and methods of program evaluation. N/A Offered PSYC 5431 Group And Organizational Behvr Examination of theories of group and organizational behavior and their application to such settings as the criminal justice system and corporate organizations. Inter-group conflict and conflict resolution also considered. N/A N/A PSYC 5432 Psychoactive Drugs Legal and illegal drugs and their effect on mental state and behavior; how they work on the nervous system; why people use them; attempts to control them. N/A Offered PSYC 5433 Substance Abuse: Treatments Study of the factors that contribute to substance abuse and the various treatment modalities. N/A N/A PSYC 5434 Intro Art Thrpy Theory & Pract History, theory and practice of art therapy; introduction to psychodynamic, humanist and behaviorist contributions. N/A N/A PSYC 5435 Concep Issues in Beh Ana Prerequisite: Learning Principles (PSYC 5235). Coverage of major theories that have contributed to contemporary behavior analysis. Topics include radical behaviorism, philosophy of science, and a functional analysis of language (verbal behavior). N/A Offered PSYC 5436 Adult Development Examination of common development patterns during the adult years. Emphasis on the interrelationships among work, family and leisure. (Crosslisted with SOCI 5436). N/A N/A PSYC 5437 Aging Study of current and future issues relating to the elderly from both a psychological and a societal perspective. (Crosslisted with SOCI 5437). N/A N/A PSYC 5438 Dev of Gender & Rac Ident Examines theoretical approaches to the study of gender and racial/ethnic identity development. N/A N/A PSYC 5530 Group Dynamics and Teamwork Prerequisites: PSYC 5332 and PSYC 5330. Emphasis on individual and group processes that contribute to group effectiveness. Students will work in groups to facilitate learning group dynamics concepts. N/A N/A PSYC 5532 Advanced Social Psychology Theory, methodology and research findings pertinent to the individual in social context. (Crosslisted with SOCI 5532.) Offered Offered PSYC 5533 Psychology Of Gender Sex roles, stereotyping, socialization of women and men, feminism, female sexuality, feminist therapy androgyny, situation of minority women. "Women Studies Course." N/A N/A PSYC 5534 Minorities and Majorities The pattern of interaction between race, ethnic and gender groups; personality and structural effects of prejudice and discrimination. Course includes both U.S. and cross-cultural perspectives. (Cross-listed with SOCI 5333). N/A N/A PSYC 5535 Cross Cultural Perspect Family Cross-cultural data are used to examine family systems including marriage, sex roles and child rearing. (Crosslisted with ANTH 4531, ANTH 5531 and SOCI 5535). N/A Offered PSYC 5536 Occupational Health Psychology Effects of work environment on employees' health and well-being. Emphasis on promotion of wellness and prevention of negative health-related consequences within organizational setting N/A N/A PSYC 5537 Prof Issues in I/O Psyc Survey of Issues related to professional ethics, relevant legislation, professional affiliations, professional identity, and professional responsibilities. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. N/A N/A PSYC 5731 Basic Psychotherapy Skills Prerequisite: Courses in abnormal psychology and personality, or permission of instructor and admission to general clinical, school psychology, family therapy, or counselor education program. Counseling skills development and micro-skills laboratory experience. Offered Offered PSYC 5732 Seminar In Women's Studies Prerequisite: Any previous Women's Studies course. An advanced course in Women's Studies, designed to acquaint the student with contemporary issues in feminist scholarship across the disciplines. (Crosslisted with PSYC 4732, HUMN 4732,HUMN 5732.) N/A N/A PSYC 5734 Prof Practice, Law & Ethics Prerequisite: Admission to general clinical, school psychology or family therapy program. Issues in professional practice: career planning, licensing, Texas law, ethics, professional standards and responsibilities. N/A Offered PSYC 5735 Anxiety & Stress Management Examination of stress as related to work performance, psychophysiological disease and behavioral disorders. Coping techniques studies will include biofeedback, stress inoculation and social skills training. N/A Offered PSYC 5736 Behavioral Medicine Perequisite/corequisite: A course in behavior analysis or in learning principles. Clinical applications of behavioral principles in the prevention and treatment of physical disease. Offered N/A PSYC 5737 Family Therapy Prof. Ethics Prerequisite: Admission to the Family Therapy Program. Issues in the professional practice of family therapy: legal and professional standards and responsibilites, ethics, licensing, Texas law. N/A Offered PSYC 5738 Family Therapy Practicum Prerequisite: PSYC 5233, 5731, 6531, 5737 and admission to the Family Therapy Program. Supervised clinical experience working with families including study of advanced family systems interventions and a focus on students' own families. Offered Offered PSYC 5831 Gender & Cult Persp. Th Examination of women's "pathology" from social perspectives; feminist critique of traditional psychotherapy. Analysis of values and power issues in rape, incest, battering, obesity and assertiveness. "Women Studies Course." N/A N/A PSYC 5832 Clinical Hypnosis Prerequisite: Admission to clinical psychology, school psychology or family therapy program. Induction techniques, tests for depth of trance and hypnotically induced phenomena including sensory changes, cognitive changes and suggestibility. Emphasis on clinical applications of phenomena. N/A N/A PSYC 5911 Selected Topics in Psychology Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A PSYC 5919 Indt Study In Psychology Prerequisite: Approval of advisor and independent study director required. Independent study of Psychology. May be taken for 1, 2, or 3 credit hours. N/A N/A PSYC 5929 Indt Study In Psychology Prerequisite: Approval of advisor and independent study director required. Independent study of Psychology. May be taken for 1, 2, or 3 credit hours. N/A Offered PSYC 5931 Research Topics In Psychology Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A Offered PSYC 5939 Indt Study In Psyc Prerequisite: Approval of advisor and independent study director required. Independent study of Psychology. May be taken for 1, 2, or 3 credit hours. Offered N/A PSYC 6011 Seminar in Advanced Statistics Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in or previous graduate level statistics course. Overview of advanced topics in statistics, e.g., multiple regression, meta-analysis, signal-detection analysis, etc. N/A Offered PSYC 6012 Social Issues Seminar Addresses social issues research methodology and professional development issues. Restricted to students enrolled in the General Psychology Social Issues sub-plan. N/A Offered PSYC 6031 Behavior Assessment Prerequisite: PSYC 5235 and PSYC 6238 or equivalent and admission to the Applied Behavior Analysis Sub-plan. Use of various behavioral assessment instruments, single subject research designs and ethics as applied to behavior analysis. N/A Offered PSYC 6032 Intellectual Assessment Prerequisites: PSYC 6036, 6037 (concurrent enrollment accepted) and admission to clinical psychology or school psychology program. Review of theory underlying individual intelligence tests with emphasis on the CHC approach. Supervised practice in the administration, scoring and interpretation of the WAIS-III, WISC-IV and WJ-III. N/A Offered PSYC 6033 Personality Assessment Prerequisites: PSYC 6531 or 5131 and admission to clinical psychology or school psychology program. An overview of the major psychological assessment techniques. Emphasis on structured interviews, personality inventories and projective techniques. N/A N/A PSYC 6034 Consultation In School Psyc Prerequisite: 36 hours of School Psychology Course work. Models of consultation: consultation as a collaborative problem-solving process in the schools. Focus on primary and secondary intervention/prevention strategies. Supervised project involving consultation and requiring field experience. N/A Offered PSYC 6035 Soc Iss Meth & Ana Emphasizes qualitative and feminist methods, program evaluation, action research, researchers reflexivity, research with community partners and strategies for connecting research to real world social issues and public policy in applied settings. Permission of instructor required. N/A Offered PSYC 6036 Res Design And Statistics I Prerequisite: Undergraduate course in statistics. Application and design of research methodologies for the behavioral sciences with special emphasis on experimental and quasi-experimental research designs. N/A Offered PSYC 6037 Resrch Design & Statistics II Prerequisite: PSYC 6036. Application of statistical analysis to research results in the behavioral sciences with special emphasis on analyzing experimental and quasi-experimental research designs. (Crosslisted with SOCI 6037). N/A N/A PSYC 6038 Clinical Practicum Prerequisite: PSYC 5731 and PSYC 6531. Admission to general clinical program; permission of the instructor and twelve hours of graduate level course work including Basic Psychotherapy Skills, psychopathology and two therapy or testing courses. Application of therapy skills with clients under supervision. Written report required. Offered Offered PSYC 6039 School Psyc Practicum Prerequisites: 24 hours of School Psychology coursework which must include PSYC 5731, 6032 and 6133 (can be concurrent enrollment. admission to the school psychology program area and permission of the instructor. Application of assessment skills with clients under supervision. Written reports required. N/A Offered PSYC 6111 Student Diversity in Learning Course will familiarize students with potential effects of racial, cultural, ethnic, experiential, socioeconomic, gender-related and linguistic variables that impact development and learning. Development of cultural competency and necessary skills for providing services to diverse populations of children and families in educational setting. N/A Offered PSYC 6121 Ethics & Law in Sch Psyc Exploration of ethical and legal guidelines pertinent to delivery of psychological services in school setting. Planning and establishing a professional identity for career development; understanding legalities, ethics and standards of practice for school psychology; and working effectively with special populations and problems in school setting. N/A Offered PSYC 6132 Seminar In Prof School Psyc Prerequisite: 48 42 hours of School Psychology coursework. History and foundation of school psychology, roles and functions of the school psychologist, special education laws and professional issues related to the practice of school psychology. Offered N/A PSYC 6133 Personality Assessment Child Prerequisites: PSYC 5131 and 6032 or 6036, 6037 and admission to clinical psychology or school psychology program. Supervised practice in the use of major personality tests for children and adolescents, including projective and objective/empirical measures. N/A Offered PSYC 6134 Biological Basis Of Behavior The role of the nervous system in perception, movement, drives, emotions, higher mental processes and mental illness. Offered Offered PSYC 6137 Family Research Prerequisites: PSYC 5236 and admission to Family Therapy Program. Overview of research methods with a focus on research in family process and family therapy. N/A N/A PSYC 6139 Intervention I: Acad & Cog Sk Prerequisite: Admission to School Psychology Program or permission of instructor. Overview and clinical practice of research-basesd interventions to promote academic and cognitive skills in school-aged children. Topics include bilingual education, preschool education, curriculum-based assessment and design of reading interventions. Offered N/A PSYC 6230 Inter II: Social & Beh Skills Prerequisite: Intervention I or admission to School Psychology Program or permission of instructor. Overview and clinical practice in school, community and family interventions that promote safe schools and social competence among children and youth. N/A N/A PSYC 6231 Int III: Aff & Adap Skills Prerequisites: Admission to School Psychology Program; successful completion of PSYC 5131, 6133, 6230. Theories and evidenced-based counseling interventions for youth; field-based experience; crisis intervention; prevention issues. N/A N/A PSYC 6233 Advanced Family Therapy Prerequisite: PSYC 5233 and admission to family therapy program or permission of instructor. Must be taken in conjunction with PSYC 5731 or after taking PSYC 5731. In depth review of family systems and family therapy paradigms. N/A N/A PSYC 6234 Systems And Symptoms Prerequisite: PSYC 6233. Admission to general clinical, school psychology or family therapy program. In depth study of systems theory with emphasis on clinical implications. N/A N/A PSYC 6235 Behavioral/Cognitive Therapies Prerequisite or Corequisite: PSYC 5235 or previous course in learning and admission to general clinical, school psychology or family therapy program. Application of principles of behavior and cognition to individual therapy. N/A N/A PSYC 6236 Child & Adoles. Family Therapy Prerequisite: PSYC 5233 and admission to family therapy program or permission of instructor. Must be taken in conjunction with PSYC 5731 or after taking PSYC 5731. In depth review of family systems and family therapy paradigms. N/A N/A PSYC 6238 Applied Behavior Analysis Prerequisite: PSYC 5235 or equivalent. The use of learning principles in applied areas such as education, business, health and human services. N/A Offered PSYC 6239 Behavioral Interventions I Prerequisites: PSYC 5235, PSYC 6218, PSYC 6228, PSYC 6238. Specialized application of behavior analytic principles and methods; requires up to 10 hours per week of field activities. Students may enroll in this course twice, for up to 6 hours of credit. N/A N/A PSYC 6330 Res & Pract in App Beh Analysi Prerequisites: PSYC 5135, PSYC 5235, PSYC 6031, PSYC 6128, PSYC 6228, PSYC 6238. Supervised application of behavior analytic principles and methods in community settings. Completion of a research project is required. Students may enroll in this course twice, for up to six hours of credit. N/A Offered PSYC 6331 Behavioral Interventions II Prerequisites: PSYC 5235, PSYC 6031, PSYC 6128, PSYC 6228, PSYC 6238, . Specialized application of behavior analytic principles and methods, requires up to 10 hours per week of field activities. N/A N/A PSYC 6332 Adv Cons & Prgm Desg/Eval More in-depth coverage of consultation models. Supervised project involving consultation. Methods to evaluate effective interventions and service delivery methods for at-risk and special populations. Field experience required. Prerequisites: Admission to School Psychology program, 40 hours of coursework that must include PSYC 6139 and PSYC 6034. Offered N/A PSYC 6335 Behavioral Pharmacology Resear Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Laboratory investigation of drug/brain/ behavior relationships in the rat. Readings from primary research literature, laboratory experiments and research reports. N/A Offered PSYC 6336 Behavioral Neuroscience Resch Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Laboratory investigation of brain/behavior relationships in the rat. Readings from primary research literature, laboratory experiments and research reports. N/A N/A PSYC 6338 Ethics & Prof Issues in Behavi Prerequisite: PSYC 5235 Learning Principles and admission to the Behavior Analysis program or permission from instructor. Ethics and professional standards in the practice of behavior analysis. N/A N/A PSYC 6339 Research Methods in Behav Anly Prerequisite or Corequisite: PSYC 5235 Learning Principles and admission to the Behavior Analysis program or permission from instructor. Application and design of research methodologies for behavior analysis. Topics include measurement, experimental design, data analysis, social validity, and ethical considerations. N/A N/A PSYC 6419 Seminar for Applied Cognitive Prerequisite: Instructor approval required. Students learn about ethical issues associated with Human Factors/Human computer interaction, current research in the field and special topics. All Applied Cognitive Psychology students must be enrolled in the class every long semester they are in the program. N/A Offered PSYC 6431 User Centered Design Covers how users should be included in design process including needs analysis, requirements writing, iterative testing of low/medium/high fidelity prototypes, implementation of requirements and evaluations. Students will independently apply the UCD process to an applied problem. N/A Offered PSYC 6434 Human Factors Engineering Analysis of principles of human factors, along with introduction and overview of the HF/E disciplines. N/A N/A PSYC 6435 Hmn Factors Meth Ana Human Factors methods necessary for developing and testing human-machine interfaces and systems that support efficient and effective performance. N/A N/A PSYC 6439 Practicum for Applied Cognitiv Prerequisite: Instructor approval required. Students apply methods they have learned to practical problems in Human Factors/Human Computer Interaction. N/A Offered PSYC 6531 Psychopathology Current issues and research in behavior psychology. Prerequisite: Admission to Clinical Psychology, Family Therapy or School Psychology Program. & One course in abnormal psychology N/A Offered PSYC 6534 Couple And Sex Therapy Prerequisites: PSYC 5233, 5731 and admission to a professional psychology program. Practice of couples therapy including theory and practice as well as the etiology of sexual dysfunctions and introduction to principles and practices of sex therapy. Corequisite: PSYC 5738 N/A N/A PSYC 6538 Perf Appraisal & Feedback Prerequisite: PSYC 5331 Personnel Psychology. An overview of performance appraisal, evaluation and measurement in organizations, as well as delivery and reception of organizational and supervisory feedback. N/A N/A PSYC 6539 Practicum In I/O Psychology Prerequisites: PSYC 5331, 5332, 6036, 6037 and permission of instructor. supervised application of psychological principles in an organizational setting. Review of ethical, legal and professional issues. Written report required. N/A N/A PSYC 6636 Clinical Internship Prerequisites: PSYC 5738 (2 semesters) or PSYC 6038 or PSYC 6039; program approval for placement in appropriate internship. Arrangements must be completed by preregistration. Offered Offered PSYC 6666 Clinical Internship Prerequisite: PSYC 5738 or PSYC 6038 or PSYC 6039; admission to general clinical, school psychology, or family therapy program. Minimum of two days a week in an approved internship setting; written report required. Arrangements for internship must be completed by preregistration. N/A Offered PSYC 6734 Assessment in Industry Prerequisite: PSYC 6036. Co-requisite: PSYC 6037. Psychological testing and measurement theory as it applies to assessment of people in organizations. Covers different assessment tools and their use in industry. N/A N/A PSYC 6735 Seminar in Ind/Org Psyc Prerequisites: Completion of all core I/O courses. Issues related to the practice of I/O psychology. Topics include professional issues, consulting skills and career development. This is a hands-on course. N/A N/A PSYC 6736 Adv Personality Advanced seminar on the dynamics of personality. N/A N/A PSYC 6739 Graduate Internship Prerequisite: 24 hours of graduate-level course work and approval of internship coordinator. Students seeking an internship must have completed PSYC 5135 and if in Human Services internship, must have completed PSYC 5134. Written report required. Arrangements for internships should be completed by the beginning of the prior semester. Offered Offered PSYC 6832 Advanced Cognitive Psychology Latest theories and research findings related to human cognition. Topics include perception, attention, memory, language and unconscious processing. Offered Offered PSYC 6836 Post-Grad Internship in Sc Psy Prerequisites: Graduate degree in School Psychology or equivalent and permission of instructor. This site-based internship offers students focused experience in the role(s) of School Psychology and directed study for the National School Psychology Credentialing Examination. N/A N/A PSYC 6839 Master's Project Research Approval of adviser and project director required. N/A N/A PSYC 6939 Master's Thesis Research Approval of adviser and thesis director required. PSYC 6036/6037 suggested. Offered N/A SOCI 3131 Social Problems Defines and examines contemporary social problems from various sociological perspectives. N/A N/A SOCI 3132 Criminology Theories of causation, patterns and social response. N/A N/A SOCI 3135 Sociological Thinking Focus on skills for understanding and critiquing issues and research from a Sociological perspective. Emphasis on critical thinking and close examination of the social world. ASA style and journal reading. Offered N/A SOCI 3136 Global Sociology Examines how worldwide process of globaization is connected to local economic, political and cultural practices and identies. N/A N/A SOCI 3335 Deviance Theories of the existence of deviance in society; management of spoiled identities. N/A Offered SOCI 3531 Political Sociology The social bases of power; strategies for developing political influence; focus of power in America; relations between citizens and authorities; problems of political legitimacy. N/A N/A SOCI 3532 Urban Sociology The social organization of urban life and the structure of power in communities; urban problems and strategies for change. Offered Offered SOCI 4033 Human Services Overview of human services. Includes historical basis, current perspectives, casework terms and institutions. (Crosslisted with PSYC 4033). N/A N/A SOCI 4034 Prof Issues In Human Services Examination of ethical and legal issues in Human Services. Includes how to work with culturally diverse populations and issues related to gender and confidentiality. (Crosslisted with PSYC 4034). N/A N/A SOCI 4038 Intro To Women's Studies General introduction to the wide range of issues related to the status of women. "Women Studies Course." (Crosslisted with HUMN 4038,PSYC 4038 and WMST 4038). N/A Offered SOCI 4131 Social Psychology Conformity, mass communication and propaganda, self?justification, prejudice, human aggression, attraction, cooperation and competition theory, research and application. (Crosslisted with PSYC 4131). Offered Offered SOCI 4132 Soc Struct:Class,Power,Status Various interpretations of America's system of social stratification. Offered Offered SOCI 4133 Juvenile Delinquency Individual and community aspects of juvenile delinquency; theories of causes and modes of control. N/A N/A SOCI 4135 The Death Penalty Introduction to history and development of capital punishment as a social institution. Special focus on issues like deterrence, discrimination and execution of innocent prisoners. (Crosslisted with SOCI 5135). N/A N/A SOCI 4136 Women and the Law Evolution of women's legal rights in the United States. Examination of contemporary issues in context of human rights law. Legal status of women in economic, political and judicial sectors. (Crosslisted with WMST 4136). N/A Offered SOCI 4137 Race and the Law Evaluation of legal rights of race/ethnic groups in U.S. from Sociological perspective. Examination of civil rights movement, hate crimes and Affirmative Action pollicy. N/A N/A SOCI 4138 Women of Color in the U.S. Focus on the diverse experiences of women of color in the United States, using race, class and sexuality as analytical tools to explore these experiences. N/A N/A SOCI 4232 Theories Of Society A review of historical and contemporary statements on the nature of society by philosophers and scientists. Offered Offered SOCI 4233 Religion In Society Examination of the major theories of religion in society and empirical research on religious membership and participation; study of issues such a secularization and role of religion in modern society N/A N/A SOCI 4234 Organizations In Society Study of several aspects of our organizational society such as roles, power and membership; investigation of many types of organizations and their influence on individuals. N/A Offered SOCI 4238 Social Conflict & Mediation Examines theories of social conflict and application of dispute resolution/ mediation techniques to needs of community groups, courts, churches, businesses and non-governmental agencies. N/A Offered SOCI 4239 Egypt in Transition Course will exposes students to culture, history, religion and politics of Egypt and the Middle East. It explores sociological, historical and cross-cultural forces shaping modern Egypt. N/A N/A SOCI 4330 Cultural Study Abroad Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Course exposes students to culture, history, religion and politics of another country. Involves foreign travel, and includes prerequisite of semester long course focusing on study abroad country. N/A N/A SOCI 4331 Prison And Society Correctional institutions in the United States; analysis of their changing roles and functions. N/A N/A SOCI 4332 Sociology of Law The course will focus upon the classic confrontation between the rights of the individual and the welfare of the greater society and examine a number of the most emotionally charged and problematic issues from the perspectives of sociological, philosophical and legal theories. N/A Offered SOCI 4333 Crisis Intervention The course is aimed at providing students with basic knowledge of crisis intervention and effective listening skills. The course serves as a prerequisite for the undergraduate practicum in crisis intervention. (Crosslisted with PSYC 4333). N/A N/A SOCI 4334 Criminal Law Survey of structure and rationale for criminal law; topics include criminal liability, criminal defenses and types of offenses. N/A N/A SOCI 4335 Social Change Macrosocial change from hunting and gathering societies, through horticultural and agrarian societies to industrial societies. N/A N/A SOCI 4431 Women In Society A crosscultural study of the environment, biological and cultural factors in the division of labor and assignment of roles, male and female. "Women's Studies Course." (Crosslisted with ANTH 4431). Offered N/A SOCI 4432 Hum Rights and Social Justice Exploration of conceptions of human rights and of recent attempts to reconcile such conceptions in the context of globalization and from perspective of social justice. N/A N/A SOCI 4433 Public Service Management Overview of basic theories of administrative organization, relationships, and behavior. How to structure, manage, direct, and control units within non-profit and governmental organizations. Offered Offered SOCI 4434 Public Service Leadership Examination of determinants and consequences of effective and ineffective leadership in non-profit and governmental organizations Offered Offered SOCI 4435 Strategic Planning Strategic planning and facilitation of organizational change in non-profit and governmental organizations. N/A Offered SOCI 4436 Organizational Communication Examination of general communication processes and dynamics within non-profit and governmental organizations. N/A N/A SOCI 4534 Race and Ethnic Relations Historical development of race/ethnic relations from multiple sociological perspectives. Immigration and white privilege emphasized. Includes international component. Offered N/A SOCI 4535 Minorities In America Economic, political and social status of minority subcultures; the changing nature of minority?majority relations. "May include Women's Studies content." N/A Offered SOCI 4536 The Aging Experience Examines cross-cultural differences, retirement, generational issues, death and dying and political and social implications of the aging experience for today's and tomorrow's elderly. (Crosslisted with PSYC 4536). Offered Offered SOCI 4537 Family, Work, & Gender We will explore the competing responsibilities of market work and family work in the contemporary United States, and the role gender has on both domains. N/A N/A SOCI 4538 Family & Society Social and legal foundations of the family as an institution, examined in the context of marriage, sex roles and child rearing. Offered N/A SOCI 4539 Family Policy This course is designed to provide an in-depth examination of family policy in the US and the tools to critically analyze any family policy. N/A N/A SOCI 4633 Amer Imm & Imm Exp Explores issues of legal and illegal immigrants, and sets out to historicize American immigration and sociologically unpack these questions. N/A N/A SOCI 4634 Medical Sociology In this course we will be examining the sociological dimensions of health, illness, and healing. In particular, we will focus on five major aspects of the field known as Medical Sociology, including the social construction of health and disease and the organization of the US health care system. N/A N/A SOCI 4635 Sociology Mental Hlth & Illnes This course provides an introduction to theoretical and substantive issues concerning mental health and illness, including historical perspectives, current patterns of health and illness, help-seeking behavior, and identity and labeling. N/A N/A SOCI 4636 Ethical Issues in Med & Tech This course will provide an introduction to contemporary debates on scientific and technological developments in health and medicine, including biomedicine, culture, race, gender, cyborgs and robots, and genetic engineering. N/A N/A SOCI 4637 Women's Health & Sexuality Typically discussions on women's health focus on the impact of biological factors such as hormones or reproductive organs. In contrast, this class focuses on how social factors affect women's health, women's health care, and medical attitudes toward the female body. The class will also explore how social and policy changes can improve-or threaten-women's health. N/A N/A SOCI 4739 Internship In Human Services Prerequisites: PSYC 4033 Human Services, PSYC 4032 Interviewing and Assessment and permission of instructor. Students will do one-semester field placement in Human Services agency. (Crosslisted with PSYC 4739). N/A N/A SOCI 4810 Honors Statistics Lab Prerequisite: Must be Sociology major; must pass entry algebra test during first Honors Statistics class with score of 80% or higher. Computer lab class that must be taken concurrently with Honors Statistics (SOCI 4830). N/A N/A SOCI 4811 Honors Research Methods Lab Prerequisite: Must be Sociology major; must pass entry algebra test during first Honors Methods class with score of 80% or higher. Computer lab class that must be taken concurrently with Honors Research Methods (SOCI 4831). N/A N/A SOCI 4830 Honors Statistics Prerequisite: Must be Sociology major; must pass entry algebra test during first Honors Statistics class with score of 80% or higher. Teaches motivated students how to use, understand and conduct data analysis. Must be taken concurrently with Honors Statistics Lab (SOCI 4810). N/A N/A SOCI 4831 Honors Research Methods Prerequisite: Must be Sociology major; must pass entry algebra test during first Honors Research Methods class with score of 80% or higher. Teaches motivated students how to design, understand, evaluate and conduct various forms of social research. Must be taken concurrently with Honors Research Methods Lab (SOCI 4811). N/A N/A SOCI 4832 Honors Theories of Society Exploration of classical sociological thinkers. Limited coverage of major developments in sociological theory since 1930. Course is for motivated Sociology majors only who have completed at least 9 hours of Sociology courses with cumulative GPA of 3.5. Enrollment by permission of instructor only. N/A N/A SOCI 4834 Statistics Prerequisite: College Algebra. Teaches students how to use, understand and conduct data analysis. N/A N/A SOCI 4835 Research Methods Prerequisite: College Algebra. Teaches students how to design, understand, evaluate and conduct various forms of social research. N/A Offered SOCI 4839 Indt Study In Sociology Prerequisite: Approval of adviser and independent study director required. Independent study in Sociology Offered N/A SOCI 4931 Topics In Sociology Identified by specific title each time course is offered. Offered Offered SOCI 5032 Sem Mental Health & Illness This course will provide an overview of mental health and illness beginning with a comparison of the sociological perspective of mental illness to biological and psychological views. We will then examine how social factors relate to patterns of mental health illness in society. Finally, we will examine various aspects of mental health systems and policies. N/A N/A SOCI 5035 Hum Rights and Social Justice Examines methods, theories, debates and case studies related to human rights in the United States and globally. Students will gain skills required to conduct future research on the topic. N/A N/A SOCI 5131 Contemporary Soc Theory Exploration of major developments in sociological theory since 1930, including Critical theory, Feminist theory, Post-Modern theory and Rational Choice theory. N/A N/A SOCI 5133 Advanced Juvenile Delinquency In depth analysis of delinquency theories, issues and policies in the U.S. and abroad. Topics include measurement and research, serious violent offending, gangs and treatment by justice agencies. N/A N/A SOCI 5135 The Death Penalty Introduction to history and development of capital punishment as a social institution. Special focus on issues like deterrence, discrimination and execution of innocent prisoners. (Crosslisted with SOCI 4135). N/A N/A SOCI 5136 Women and the Law Evolution of women's legal rights in the United States. Examination of contemporary issues in context of human rights law. Legal status of women in economic, political and judicial sectors. N/A N/A SOCI 5137 Race and the Law Evolution of legal rights of race/ethnic groups in U.S. from sociological perspective. Examination of civil rights movement, hate crimes and Affirmative Action policy. N/A Offered SOCI 5236 Religion And Global Change Examination of religion in the modern world, religious identities and the process of secularization, all from a global, cross-cultural perspective. N/A Offered SOCI 5237 Religion & Immigration in Hou This course will examine the changing nature of religion in America by focusing on the diversity of religion in Houston, Texas. We will focus on immigrant religious groups, as well as the changing structure of American denominations. N/A N/A SOCI 5238 Negotiating Across Cultures The challenges facing international organizations and multinational corporations in negotiating across cultures and generating decisions that take into account the beliefs and values of people of diverse cultures and political systems. (Crosslisted with PSYC 5238). N/A N/A SOCI 5239 Egypt in Transition Course exposes students to culture, history, religion and politics of Egypt and the Middle East. It explores sociological, historical and cross-cultural forces shaping modern Egypt. N/A N/A SOCI 5330 Cultural Study Abroad Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Students will be exposed to theories, methods, and case studies of a foreign nation; students will conduct research a specific topic. Involves foreign travel and includes prerequisite of semester long course focusing on study abroad country. May be repeated with permission of instructor. N/A N/A SOCI 5331 Advanced Criminology Study of criminal behavior from perspectives of biology, psychology and sociology. Within each discipline, major theories will be examined and critiqued. N/A N/A SOCI 5332 White-Collar Crime Study of financial, physical and social costs of white-collar crime. Examination of perpetrators and victims of consumer fraud, environmental crimes, unsafe products and political corruption. N/A N/A SOCI 5333 Minorities And Majorities The pattern of interaction between race, ethnic and gender groups; personality and structural effects of prejudice and discrimination. Course includes both U.S. and cross-cultural perspectives. N/A Offered SOCI 5334 Social Stratification Patterns of social and economic inequality in the United States. Distribution of income and wealth, social mobility, life chances, education and power. Class, race and gender differences will be discussed as well as patterns of social change. N/A N/A SOCI 5335 Criminal Justice & Mass Media This course examines the collision between two powerful sets of social institutions--the criminal justice system and the mass media. (Crosslisted with COMM 5335). N/A N/A SOCI 5336 Law And Society This course surveys a number of problematic issues in contemporary American society from the perspectives of sociological, philosophical and legal theories. The course examines the controversial ways our political system seeks to reconcile civil liberties with the collective obligations of the social contract. N/A Offered SOCI 5337 Complex Organizations Study of how complex organizations are used as "social tools" to attain specific ends; exploration of issues of organizational structure, goals, technology, boundaries, resources, power and organizational environments and exercises in designing prototype organizations. N/A N/A SOCI 5338 Crimnal Law Study of structure and rationale for criminal law; focus on criminal liability, criminal defenses, types of offenses and contemporary issues, with attention to the Model Penal Code N/A N/A SOCI 5339 Leadership In Organizations Overview of the topic of leadership in organizations from multiple perspectives including psychology, sociology and management. (Crosslisted with PSYC 5333). N/A N/A SOCI 5430 Organizational Development Overview of the current theories and methods of organizational development and the role of the behavioral sciences in the process. (Crosslisted with PSYC 5334). N/A N/A SOCI 5431 Group And Organizational Behvr Examination of theories of group and organizational behavior and their application to settings such as the criminal justice system and corporate organizations. Inter-group conflict and conflict resolution also considered. N/A N/A SOCI 5432 Human Services Management Management principles, leadership, conflict resolution, budgeting and fundraising in human services agencies and government and other community organizations. (Crosslisted with PSYC 5430). N/A N/A SOCI 5433 Social Conflict & Mediation Examines theories of social conflict and application of dispute resolution/mediation techniques to needs of community groups, courts, churches, businesses and non-governmental agencies. N/A Offered SOCI 5434 Marriage & Family This seminar will introduce students to a wide range of studies in the sociology of family, improving their ability to critically analyze work in this field and inspiring students' own family-related research N/A N/A SOCI 5435 Gendered Inequality: Wrk & Fam In this course, we will be examining two important institutions in American society: work and the family. In doing so, we will explore how gender, work, and family life influence each other. N/A N/A SOCI 5436 Adult Development Examination of common development patterns during the adult years. Emphasis on the interrelationships among work, family and leisure. (Crosslisted with PSYC 5436). N/A N/A SOCI 5437 Aging Study of current and future issues relating to the elderly from both a psychological and societal perspective. (Crosslisted with PSYC 5437). N/A N/A SOCI 5438 Sociology Life Course & Aging This course is designed to introduce studies to the life course, in particular, the theories, methods, and substantive topics which exemplify the life course paradigm. N/A N/A SOCI 5532 Advanced Social Psychology Prerequisite: PSYC 4131, 5036, 5037 or 6036, 6037or equivalent. Theory, methodology and research findings pertinent to the individual in social context. (Crosslisted with PSYC 5532.) N/A N/A SOCI 5533 Sociology Of Human Intimacy Inquiring into the forms and dynamics of human intimacy. Topics include attraction, sexuality, marriage and divorce, domestic violence, friendship and loneliness. (Crosslisted with PSYC 5531). Offered N/A SOCI 5535 Cross-Culture Persp Family Cross-cultural data are used to examine family systems in terms of marriage, sex-roles and child rearing. "May include Women's Studies content." (Crosslisted with ANTH 4531, ANTH 5531 and PSYC 5535). N/A N/A SOCI 5536 Culture And Economic Change The course will examine the effects of cultural values and social organization on business endeavors, entrepreneurship and economic change. The role of transitional corporations in breaking down traditional practices and possibly creating new cultures will also be explored. N/A N/A SOCI 5537 Urban Problems Examine classical theories of urban life and urban development; explores urban problems such as crime, transportation, suburban conflict and corresponding urban policy. N/A N/A SOCI 5633 Amer Imm Studies Examines central concepts and major paradigms in the study of American immigration. N/A N/A SOCI 5731 Politics and Protest Explores issues of race, religion, sex, and gender in American politics and protests. N/A N/A SOCI 5732 Social Prob & Dystopian Examines dystopian film in the context of sociological perspectives on contemporary social problems. N/A N/A SOCI 5931 Research Topics In Sociology Identified by specific topic each time course is offered. Offered Offered SOCI 5939 Indt Study In Sociology Prerequisites: Approval of adviser and independent study director required. Offered N/A SOCI 6338 Strategic Planning An introduction to planning and decision-making approaches that reflect anticipated changes in organizational, environmental and competitive conditions. N/A N/A SOCI 6730 Graduate Statistics Multivariate statistical analysis including advanced regression, ANOVA, and logistical regression. Students will develop a research project and do statistical analysis; may be part of a student MA thesis. N/A N/A SOCI 6731 Graduate Research Methods Advanced Study of the logic, principles and procedures involving techniques of data collection, organization, and analysis. Students are encouraged to take Graduate Research Methods before taking Graduate Statistics. N/A Offered SOCI 6734 Seminar in Women's Health This course offers an in-depth look at the social and political issues that shape women's health, health care, and social and medial attitudes towards the female body. We will also explore how social and policy changes can improve-or threaten- women's health. N/A N/A SOCI 6735 Seminar In Sociology Prerequisites: SOCI 5334 and 5537. Overview of the discipline of sociology, covering recent theoretical trends in the last 20 years. Focus will be on institutions of family, educational system, economy, community and the state. N/A N/A SOCI 6736 Seminar in Global Health This course applies a global approach to the study of health and illness, focusing on the various societal factors that shape health, illness, and health care across the world. N/A N/A SOCI 6737 Seminar in Medical Sociology This course presents a conceptual and substantive overview of Medial Sociology, focusing on some of the most fundamental and salient sociological issues concerning health, illness, and health care. N/A N/A SOCI 6738 Sem Bioethics, Biotech & Body This course will focus on biomedical developments in contemporary society. Applying critical thought, students will contribute to debates on the benefits, drawbacks, and ethical issues associated with various technological developments. N/A N/A SOCI 6739 Graduate Internship Prerequisite: Twenty-four hours of graduate-level course work and approval of Internship Committee. Minimum of two days a week in an approved internship setting. Written report required. Arrangements for internships should be completed by the beginning of the prior semester. Offered Offered SOCI 6839 Master's Project Research Approval of adviser and project director required. N/A N/A SOCI 6909 Sociology Comprehensive Exam The comprehensive exam will either be a research proposal developed by the student in consultation with their faculty advisor that synthesizes theory, a literature review, and methodology; or a written exam that includes questions from all full-time sociology faculty. N/A N/A SOCI 6939 Master's Thesis Research Approval of adviser and thesis director required. Offered N/A SPAN 3131 Intensive Spanish II Prerequisite: 2000 level Spanish or the equivalent. Focus on the intensive study of spoken and written language to facilitate spontaneity of expression. N/A N/A SPAN 3132 Intensive Spanish III Prerequisite: SPAN 3131 or the equivalent. Focus on the intensive study of spoken and written language to facilitate spontaneity of expression. N/A N/A SPAN 4931 Selected Topics In Spanish Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A SPAN 5031 Intensive Spanish I This course is designed to provide Spanish language proficiency and communication skills; listening, reading, speaking and writing. N/A N/A SPAN 5033 Intensive Spanish II Prerequisite: 1 semester of college Spanish or 2 years of high school Spanish. Development of Spanish communication skills: listening, reading, speaking and writing. N/A N/A SPAN 5035 Intensive Spanish III Prerequisite: 2 semesters of college Spanish or 4 years of high school Spanish. Development of Spanish communication skills and cultural background. N/A N/A SPAN 5931 Research Topics In Spanish Identified by specific topic each time course is offered. N/A N/A SWRK 4031 Intro To Social Work Overview of field of social work, including history, philosophy, values, roles, fields of practice and settings for professional social work practice. Students required to complete 40 hour volunteer placement. N/A Offered SWRK 4034 Issues & Ethics In Social Wk Examination of professional values and behaviors specific to social work as set forth in NASW Code of Ethics and various other codes of ethics for social work professionals. Offered Offered SWRK 4134 Divers/Hum Dev thru Life Cycle First of two courses on Human Behavior and the Social Environment. Overview of theories and knowledge related to human behavior, growth and development throughout life cycle with particular attention to human diversity. Prerequisite: Pre or Corequisites - SWRK 4031 Introduction to Social Work and SWRK 4034 Issues and Ethics in Social Work. N/A Offered SWRK 4137 Social Welfare & Policy Svcs Provides knowledge of social welfare and policies and the impact of policy on client systems of all sizes. Prerequisite: Pre or Corequisites - SWRK 4031 Introduction to Social Work and SWRK 4034 Issues and Ethics in Social Work. N/A N/A SWRK 4138 Social Work Practice I Introduction to theories, skills, values and techniques for social work assessment, intervention and practice evaluation with individuals, with particular attention to human diversity and multicultural responsiveness. Prerequisite: SWRK 4134 Diversity and Human Development throughout the Life Cycle and SWRK 4234 Oppression, Diversity and Social Justice. N/A Offered SWRK 4139 Soc Welfare Policy Analysis Examination of social welfare policy perspectives, models of policy analysis and contemporary social service/welfare policies. Prerequisite: SWRK 4137 Social Welfare Policy and Services. N/A Offered SWRK 4169 Social Work Internship I First of two concurrent 240-hour generalist social work practice field placements. Taken in conjunction with the Integrative Seminar. Students must have applied for and accepted into a field placement with the Social Work program in order to register for this course. Prerequisite: All other coursework must be completed. Must have approval of BSW faculty. N/A Offered SWRK 4234 Oppress,Divers & Soc Justice Overview of theories and knowledge related to social, cultural and systemic influences on human behavior with particular attention to social and economic justice and persons and groups most affected by oppression. Prerequisite: Pre or Corequisites - SWRK 4031 Introduction to Social Work and SWRK 4034 Issues and Ethics in Social Work. N/A N/A SWRK 4238 Social Work Practice II Introduction to theories, skills, values and techniques for social work assessment, intervention and practice evaluation with groups and families, with particular attention to human diversity and multicultural responsiveness. Prerequisite: SWRK 4138 Social Work Practice I. N/A N/A SWRK 4269 Social Work Internship II 240-hour generalist social work practice internship. Prerequisite: All other coursework must be completed. Must have approval of BSW faculty. N/A N/A SWRK 4338 Social Work Practice III Introduction to theories, skills, values and techniques for social work assessment, intervention, planned change and practice evaluation with communities and organizations. Prerequisite: SWRK 4238 Social Work Practice II. Offered N/A SWRK 4633 Research Methods Design and application of quantitative and qualitative research methods. Prerequisite: Pre or Corequisites - SWRK 4031 Introduction to Social Work and SWRK 4034 Issues and Ethics in Social Work. N/A Offered SWRK 4730 Behavioral Statistics Permutations and combinations, probability, hypotheses testing, sample theory, parameter estimation, frequency functions and correlation and regression. Applications in the Behavioral Sciences. Prerequisite: SWRK 4633 Research Methods Offered Offered SWRK 4839 Ind Study In Social Work Prerequisite: Approval of advisor and independent study director. Independent study in social work. N/A N/A SWRK 4931 Selected Topics In Social Wk Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A WMST 4038 Introduction To Women's Stdies General introduction to the status of women in many academic disciplines. (Crosslisted with HUMN 4038, PSYC 4038, SOCI 4038) N/A Offered WMST 4132 Women of Color Focuses on diverse experiences of women of color, using race, class and sexuality as analytical tools to explore these experiences. Course content may vary; may be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. N/A Offered WMST 4134 Latina Social Mvmt in Americas This course invites students to use the historical record to imagine and analyze the roles of women in Latin America. N/A N/A WMST 4136 Women and the Law Evolution of women's legal rights in the United Stated. Examination of contemporary issues in context of human rights law. Legal status of women in economic, political and judicial sectors. N/A Offered WMST 4238 Wmn in Amer History Exploration of diversity within the historical gender specific experience of women's participation in and contributions to the history of the United States. Cross-listed with HIST 4238. N/A Offered WMST 4330 History of Feminism Survey of the development of reform movements and individuals who shaped the growth of feminism in the 19th and 20th century U.S. and the world. May focus on a particular aspect of historical feminism. Cross-listed with HIST 4330. N/A N/A WMST 4334 Psychology of Women Development of sex differences and sex roles; modern viewpoints on gender appropriate behavior. N/A N/A WMST 4335 Women's Health Survey of current issues in women's health and sexuality using a life-span perspective. N/A N/A WMST 4337 Violence Against Women Global perspectives of violence against women by men. Topics include rape, sexual abuse, incest, female genital mutilation, battering, sexual slavery, and sexual harassment. N/A Offered WMST 4431 Women in Society Cross-cultural study of the environment, biological and cultural factors in the division of labor and assignment of roles, male and female. (Cross-listed with ANTH 4431 and SOCI 4431). Offered N/A WMST 4438 Dev of Gender & Rac Ident Explores how children and adolescents come to understand gender and race, and with their changing understanding how they come to incorporate gender and race into their self-concept, and use them to define/categorize others. N/A N/A WMST 4537 Women in Literature Heroines from Eve to Beloved; literature constructs the female; emphasis on nineteenth and twentieth century works. N/A N/A WMST 4539 Gend and Ident In Vis Arts History, theory, and criticism in relation to issues of gender, sexuality, and identity in the visual arts. N/A N/A WMST 4732 Seminar In Women's Studies Prerequisite: Any previous course with Women's Studies content. An advanced course in Women's Studies designed to acquaint student with contemporary issues in scholarship on women's and gender studies across disciplines. Topics may include feminist theories, methodologies, ethics, and philosophies. (Crosslisted with HUMN 4732/PSYC 4732). N/A N/A WMST 4819 Ind Study in Women's Studies Prerequisite: Permission of instructor required. Independent Study in Women's Studies. N/A N/A WMST 4839 Ind Study in Women's Studies Prerequisite: Permission of instructor required. Independent Study in Women's Studies. N/A N/A WMST 4931 Sel Topics In Women's Studies Identified by specific title each time course is offered. N/A N/A WMST 5337 Violence Against Women Global perspectives of violence against women by men. Topics include rape, sexual abuse, incest, female genital mutilation, battering, sexual slavery, sexual harassment. N/A N/A WMST 5438 Dev of Gender & Rac Ident Examines theoretical approaches to the study of gender and racial/ethnic identity development. N/A N/A WMST 5533 Psychology of Gender Topics include sex roles, stereotyping, socialization of women and men, feminism, female sexuality, feminist therapy, androgyny, situation of minority women. N/A N/A WMST 5732 Seminar In Women's Studies Prerequisite: Any other Women's Studies course. An advanced course in Women's Studies, designed to acquaint the student with contemporary issues in feminist scholarship across the disciplines. (Crosslisted with HUMN 5732, PSYC 5732). N/A N/A WMST 5931 Res Topics In Women's Studies Identified by specific title each time course is offered. Offered Offered WMST 5939 Independent Study in Women's Prerequisite: Approval of independent study director. Independent study in Women's Studies. N/A N/A WRIT 3035 Intermediate Writing Prerequisite: 6 Hours of lower-level English. A review of basic grammar. Focus on the writing of short papers, themes and reports. N/A N/A WRIT 3037 Advanced Writing From invention of ideas to strategies appropriate to various kinds of writing. Models of organization, analysis of style, role and importance of mechanics and syntax. Offered Offered WRIT 3132 Written Communications in Bus. Theory and practices of business communications; preparation of effective letters, policy statements, procedures, reports and related documents. Offered Offered WRIT 3135 Technical Writing Approaches to the writing of technical documents: proposal reports, manuals and descriptions. Offered Offered WRIT 3231 Tutoring Writing Prepares students to work as writing center peer tutor. Emphasis placed on learning about composing process and tutoring strategies. Permission of instructor required. N/A Offered WRIT 4931 Topics in Writing Identified by specific title each time course is offered. Topics vary. May be repeated for credit. N/A N/A

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