College of Arts & Sciences

A social-historical analysis of the impact of race and ethnicity on the distribution of power, opportunity, and privilege in a social structure. Major theoretical perspectives on racial and ethnic prejudice and discrimination will be examined along with the diverse patterns of interracial and interethnic contact, which develop in different societies. The course will also focus on the politics of minority status, studying the growth and development of social movements that have challenged the legitimacy of racial and ethnic stratification.

1/3-1/17     M-F     9:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m.     H403     Doane

An introduction to ways of seeing and discussing art from around the world, including examples of painting, sculpture, prints, photography, architecture, and other historical and contemporary media. Content of the course at the discretion of the instructor. All sections share the goal of developing an understanding of the forms, techniques, and interpretations of works of art. Students may not register for this course if they have previously taken a college-level art history course.

Visual resources fee: $35

1/3-1/13     M-F     8:45 a.m.-12:35 p.m.     E220     Anderson

Study of cinema as a cultural and artistic form. Emphasis on techniques (camera, editing, color, sound, composition) and styles (realism, expressionism, abstraction).

1/3-1/17     M-F     5-9 p.m.     H303     Greenlaw M

Introduction to basic principles, techniques, and aesthetics of motion picture production. The course emphasizes practice with a series of several short-term assignments in the first two-thirds of the semester, and the development of a focused production project in the last third of the semester. Working in small production crews and with the medium of digital video, students gain a practical and theoretical understanding of the basic principles of camera and editing for motion picture production.

Laboratory fee: $40

1/3-1/17     M-F     5-9 p.m.     H303     Cook

An introduction to the field of communication as an academic and professional discipline. The primary goal is to introduce the student to theory and research in the major divisions of the field. The course also introduces the student to communication issues and problem solving in a variety of contexts, including the workplace, the community, the family, the media, journalism, advertising, and public relations.

1/3-1/17 &     MTWR     5:30-9:30 p.m.     ABR114     Gonzalez
1/17     M     2-5 p.m.

Designed to help students develop skill and confidence in two speaking contexts: Didactic and public speaking. Course emphasizes self-assessment, adaptation to listeners and situations, organization and support ideas, and effective delivery. (Does not fulfill requirements for the Communication major.)

1/3-1/17     M-R     1-5 p.m.     H415     Longshore

Study of cinema as an art form. Emphasis on techniques (camera, editing, color, sound, composition) and styles (realism, expressionism, abstraction).

Film fee: $40

1/3-1/17     M-F     12-4 p.m.     H303     Greenlaw

The course introduces students to the diverse elements of popular culture as a valuable source of data about the social norms, values, and conflicts of mass societies. Crazes, fads, fashions, and trends are examined in terms of collective behavior and the processes of mass communication to understand their origins, development, and impact on society. Specific case studies of contemporary issues, such as pornography, television and violence, trends in popular music, and sport and leisure, are discussed.

Prerequisites: SOC 110 and CMM 110, or CMM 240.

1/3-1/17     M-F     1:00 -4:30 p.m.     HJG E228     Banks

Introduction to computers designed for non-science majors. The course emphasizes the computer's capabilities, limits, and its impact on society. Personal computer productivity software is used to demonstrate the influence of computers on society. Students are also provided an introduction to the Internet through the use of a Web browser and an e-mail facility. Not open to students who have completed a higher level CS course.

Lab fee: $50

1/3-1/17     M-F     9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.     H319     Pomposelli

Focusing on a set of literary readings different with each section of the course, students examine the nature of literary discourse, as well as perennial and contemporary issues, pleasures, and problems raised by the writing and reading of all literary texts. The course equips students to engage a variety of texts subsequently, in and out of courses, in literature and life.

1/3-1/17     M-R     9 a.m.-1 p.m.     A320     Stores

Analysis of the roles of physiological, psychological, and social factors in the definition of gender- and sex role-related behaviors. Representative theories and research into sex differences and similarities are reviewed. The concepts of masculinity, femininity, and androgyny in today's rapidly changing society are discussed.

Prerequisite: PSY 101 or 102.

1/3-1/17     M-F     12-4 p.m.     E105     Scacco

A study of the changing human experience with civilization during the formation of the modern world: the dynamics of economic, intellectual, political, and social modernization, and the dissolution of traditional civilization in the world. This course fulfills a general education requirement.

1/3-1/17     M-F     10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.     H258     Rosenthal

The second half of a two-part survey of American life since Columbus arrived in the new world. This course focuses on five principal topics in American history since 1865: the rise in American industry and the development of American labor, world wars, and America's growing influence on world affairs, the impact of immigration, the birth and explosive growth of mass culture, the struggles to extend American democracy to excluded groups. This course will emphasize broad themes and the experiences of many different Americans as well as the achievements of great leaders. Required for history majors.

1/3-1/18     M-R     5:35-9:05 p.m.     in E220     Richards

The reciprocal effects of Jewish emancipation and Western history in the modern era, from the French Revolution to the present. Particular emphasis on the Zionist movement and the rise of the “Third Jewish Commonwealth,” the modern state of Israel, viewed both as products of post-Enlightenment nationalism and in their unique aspects.

1/3-1/17     M-F     9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.     A110     Patt

The attempt of the Muslim world to modernize without abandoning religious belief or cultural distinctiveness. Topics include the political and intellectual pressure of the West. Traditional attempts at social and political reform; and the innovations of nationalism, constitutionalism, and socialism. The course includes a discussion of the contemporary search for identity, development and peace.

Prerequisite: HIS 100 or permission of instructor

1/3-1/17     M-F     2-5:30 p.m.     H258     Rosenthal

The reciprocal effects of Jewish emancipation and Western history in the modern era, from the French Revolution to the present. Particular emphasis on the Zionist movement and the rise of the “Third Jewish Commonwealth,” the modern state of Israel, viewed both as products of post-Enlightenment nationalism and in their unique aspects.

1/3-1/17     M-F     9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.     A110     Patt

A study of linear, quadratic, cubic, exponential, and logistic equations and their use in modeling real world phenomena: the graphing of functions; solving equations with one or more variables; and systems of linear equations. The solution of word problems is stressed throughout. This course can serve as preparation for M 112.

Prerequisite: Two years of algebra

1/3-1/17     M-F     9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.     D204     McGivney-Burelle

*Note: TI-83+ Graphing Calculator or equivalent required

Designed to introduce basic concepts of probability, random sampling, data organization, measures of central tendency and variability, binomial and normal probability distributions, statistical inference, elements of hypothesis testing, one-and two-sample tests for means and proportions, chi-square tests for tabular data, an introduction to linear regression and correlation.

Prerequisite: Two years of algebra

1/3-1/17     M-F     1-4:30 p.m.     D232     Swords

*Note: TI-83+ Graphing Calculator or equivalent required

Designed to introduce the student to a variety of mathematical fields and some of their contemporary applications. Topics selected from logic, set theory, mathematical systems, recursive sequences, probability, statistics, game theory, linear programming, graph theory, computer programming, voting methods, and topology.

Prerequisite: Two years of algebra

12/27-1/23**     Distance Learning**             McGivney-Burelle

*Note: TI-83+ Graphing Calculator or equivalent required
**This course is a Distance Learning Course�ONLINE

A study of linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, the Cartesian coordinate system for the plane; and the algebra and graphing of functions with special emphasis on polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions. Definitions and graphs of the trigonometric functions; solutions of triangles; analytic trigonometry including circular and inverse trigonometric functions. Solutions of word problems are stressed throughout. A programmable graphing calculator is required. The goal is to prepare students for M144.

Prerequisite: Two years of algebra

1/3-1/17     M-F     1:30-5:30 p.m.     D205     Haruta

*Note: TI-83+ Graphing Calculator or equivalent required

**Note: This is a 4 credit course

An introduction to philosophical inquiry into the questions that have perennially engaged philosophical thought, through discussion and the writings of philosophers whose thinking illuminates those questions, such as the nature of reality; the limits of human knowledge; and the significance of social, moral, aesthetic, and religious experience./p>

1/3-1/17     M-F     9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.     A323     Tucker

This course seeks to introduce the student to basic issues in Eastern thinking through an investigation of the history, philosophical issues, and prominent thinkers in that region of the world. Included amongst the areas to be explored are Islam, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism. By the end of the course, the student should possess a fundamental understanding of these faiths and philosophies.

Prerequisite: PHI 110 or instructor's permission

1/3-1/17     M-F     12:30-3:30 p.m.     A324     Tucker

This survey course provides the foundation for understanding American government as it exists at the beginning of the 21st century. It deals with the organic background and contemporary reality of our federal republic governed under a written constitution. The established structures of government-Congress, president, bureaucracy, and courts-are studied, together with the less formal political structures, such as public opinion, parties, pressure groups, media, and voting-all of which act to grant our government the authority to act. The policies emerging from the systematic interplay of forces from within the government itself, from the states and the people of the nation, and from other nations of the world are studied and evaluated. This course fulfills a general education requirement.

1/3-1/17     M-F     9 a.m.-1 p.m.     H401     Staff

An examination of Law as a political and social force. The course emphasizes description and evaluation of contemporary American legal institutions and processes, although comparisons with the legal systems of other countries are provided where appropriate. An effort is also made to compare the formal and procedural ideals of the U.S. judicial system with its actual operation.

Prerequisite: POL 100, or POL 105, or SOC 170; or permission of instructor

1/3-1/17     M-F     1-5 p.m.     H419     Goetz

This course focuses on the basic concepts and methods of psychology. Topics include history; methodology; biological bases of behavior; child, adolescent, and adult development; sensation and perception; states of consciousness; learning, memory, and cognition.

1/3-1/17     M-F     1-4:30 p.m.     E104     McGrath

This course focuses on the applications of psychology. Topics include intelligence, motivation, emotion, personality, abnormal behavior, psychotherapy, health, and psychology applied to the workplace and society. (Please note that it is a requirement in PSY 102 that all students participate as a subject in at least one experiment within the department during the semester or discuss with the course instructor an appropriate alternative.)

1/3-1/17     M-F     9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.     E105     Burinskas

Theories and research in human development from infancy through adulthood. Students will carry out structured observations and integrate these observations with various theoretical issues.

Prerequisite: EDF 120 or permission of department.

1/3-1/17 &     TWR     5-10 p.m.     CC118     Kindall
1/17     M     5-10 p.m.

Child growth and behavior from the prenatal period to puberty are studied. Effects of heredity and environment on the motor, language, social, and emotional development of children. Emphasis on the concept of developing self and its effects on behavior.

Prerequisite: PSY 101 or 102.

12/27-1/23**         Distance Learning         Politikos

Analysis of the roles of physiological, psychological, and social factors in the definition of gender-d and sex role-related behaviors. Representative theories and research into sex differences and similarities are reviewed. The concepts of masculinity, femininity, and androgyny in today's rapidly changing society are discussed.

Prerequisite: PSY 101 or 102

1/3-1/14     M-F     12:30-4 p.m.     E105     Scacco

The social and cultural factors affecting human behavior, with particular emphasis on their effects on motivation, personality, attitudes, and opinions. Social interaction processes, including group dynamics, are also studied.

Prerequisite: PSY 101 or 102.

1/3-1/13     M-F     8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.     E221     Powell

The application of the scientific method to human problems in the workplace. Major areas of emphasis include motivation, job satisfaction, selection, training, evaluation, equipment design, and consumer behavior.

Prerequisite: PSY 101 or 102.

12/27-1/23**         Distance Learning         Nicklin J

The purpose of this course is to help students gain familiarity with talent management issues related to operating in a global work environment. At the end of the course, students should be able to describe models and frameworks that help them understand cultural differences in work behaviors. Through assessments, exercises, and case studies, they will be challenged to think about their own cultural mindset, and gain familiarity with other ways of thinking and being.

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor

1/2-1/23         Distance Learning         Sarkar-Barney

**This Distance Learning course does not begin until 1/2/11

The reciprocal effects of Jewish emancipation and Western history in the modern era, from the French Revolution to the present. Particular emphasis on the Zionist movement and the rise of the “Third Jewish Commonwealth,” the modern state of Israel, viewed both as products of post-Enlightenment nationalism and in their unique aspects.

1/3-1/17     M-F     9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.     A110     Patt

This course seeks to introduce the student to basic issues in Eastern thinking through an investigation of the history, philosophical issues, and prominent thinkers in that region of the world. Included amongst the areas to be explored are Islam, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism. By the end of the course, the student should possess a fundamental understanding of these faiths and philosophies.

Prerequisite: PHI 110 or instructor's permission

1/3-1/17     M-F     12:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.     A324     Tucker

*This is a hybrid course. On-campus 1/3, 1/11, and 1/17 only.
Remainder of course will be distance learning. Surveys main theoretical approaches and problems in the study of social life. Topics include social origins of the self, the basic processes of social interaction, class and stratification, political power, education, organization, and family. Emphasizes continuing interaction between theory and methods in sociology. Required for sociology majors and most advanced sociology courses.

1/3-1/17*     M-F*     9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.     H301     Morra

*This is a HYBRID course. On campus meetings: 1/3, 1/11, & 1/17. Remainder of classes will be distance learning.

A social-historical analysis of the impact of race and ethnicity on the distribution of power, opportunity, and privilege in a social structure. Major theoretical perspectives on racial and ethnic prejudice and discrimination will be examined along with the diverse patterns of interracial and interethnic contact, which develop in different societies. The course will also focus on the politics of minority status, studying the growth and development of social movements that have challenged the legitimacy of racial and ethnic stratification.

Prerequisite: SOC 110 or permission of instructor

1/3-1/17     M-F     9:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m.     H403     Doane

The course introduces students to the diverse elements of popular culture as a valuable source of data about the social norms, values, and conflicts of mass societies. Crazes, fads, fashions, and trends are examined in terms of collective behavior and the processes of mass communication to understand their origins, development, and impact on society. Specific case studies of contemporary issues, such as pornography, television and violence, trends in popular music, and sport and leisure, are discussed.

Prerequisites: SOC 110 and CMM 110, or CMM 240.

1/3-1/17     M-F     1:00 -4:30 p.m.     HJG E228     Banks

A social-historical analysis of the impact of race and ethnicity on the distribution of power, opportunity, and privilege in a social structure. Major theoretical perspectives on racial and ethnic prejudice and discrimination will be examined along with the diverse patterns of interracial and interethnic contact, which develop in different societies. The course will also focus on the politics of minority status, studying the growth and development of social movements that have challenged the legitimacy of racial and ethnic stratification.

Prerequisite: SOC 110 or permission of instructor.

1/3-1/17     M-F     9:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m.     H403     Doane

Development of basic language skills, reading, writing and speaking. The course also covers cultural material of the country (Spain/Latin America/U.S. Latino) studied.

1/3-1/17     M-F     9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.     A426     Staff