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2012-2013 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

Course descriptions include the following elements:

Course Code,  Number, and Titles: The course code indicates the department or program in which the course is housed. The course number indicates the level at which the course should be taken. Generally, first-year students take 100-level courses; sophomores, 200-level; juniors, 300-level; and seniors, 400-level. Students are required to limit course selection to courses not more than one level above their class standing. First-year students are not permitted to enroll in 400-level courses. Undergraduate students who need 12 or fewer semester credits to complete all baccalaureate degree requirements may request permission from the Director of Graduate Studies to take courses for graduate credit to complete a regular course load during the semester of  graduation. However, undergraduate students may not enroll in courses at the 600-level or 700-level.

Credits: The number of semester hours of credit given upon completion of the course.

Course Content: A brief description of subject matter gives students an idea of what to expect in the course.

Prerequisites: If required or recommended, a prerequisite is either a course that must be completed prior to enrolling in the course or some other requirement that must be met prior to enrolling in the course.

Grading Method: If a course is offered on a grade-only or pass/no credit-only basis, that status is included in the course description. A department’s general pass/no credit policy is included in its listing of program requirements. Students should check the policy before enrolling in a course on a pass/no credit basis.

Frequency of Offering: Course descriptions may indicate how often the course is offered.

Note:

◎= Oral Intensive

◆ = Math/Critical Analysis Intensive

△ = Writing Intensive
 

Nursing
  

  • NURS 392 - Cardiac Risk Prevention

    (3 S.H.) (Elective)

    This course is designed to identify risk factors that can lead to cardiovascular disease. The major risk factors will be analyzed, and strategies for modifying each will be developed. Health information sources and their reliability for health promotion information also will be discussed. New technology in diagnosing and treating cardiac conditions is included. Prerequisites or co-requisite: Anatomy and physiology course; instructor’s permission. P/NC option.


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  • NURS 399 - Skills for Professional Success

    (2 S.H.) (Elective)

    This course helps the student learn what he/she needs to know to live a successful and harmonious life as a person working in a professional career. The coursework focuses in three areas critical to career success: (1) how to develop the self-confidence and self-esteem essential for personal and professional well-being; (2) how to relate with others in a professional and confident manner to make work more vital, effective, and satisfying every day; (3) how to determine one’s desired professional career path, make career decisions comfortably and efficiently, and achieve professional goals. P/NC option.


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  • NURS 401 - Spirituality in Nursing

    (2 S.H.) (Elective)

    The purpose of this course is to assist students in their understanding of spirituality and spiritual development, and to identify ways of incorporating the essence of spirituality in their nursing practice. Eastern and Western spirituality and practices affecting health are explored. Students examine how society and their own biases have affected their ability to respond to spiritual concerns and needs. Spiritual assessment and specific spiritual interventions are discussed. Students are challenged to explore their own spiritual nature and its impact in their personal and professional lives. P/NC option.


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  • NURS 402 - Advanced Clinical Pharmacology

    (3 S.H.) (Elective, RN-to-MS Professional Pathway)

    This course includes principles of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics as a foundation for the use of medications in the clinical management of diseases.  Major classes of drugs will be discussed in terms of actions; therapeutic and other effects; adverse, allergic and idiosyncratic reactions; indications and contraindications.  The importance of sound diagnostic reasoning in the selection of pharmacological interventions with attention to safety, cost, simplicity, acceptablity and efficacy will be stressed.  The responsibilities related to prescribing medications will be emphasized.  Prerequisite: NURS 404 - Molecular/Genetics and Immune Mechanisms  or consent of instructor. Grade only.


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  • NURS 404 - Molecular/Genetics and Immune Mechanisms

    (3 S.H.) (Elective, RN-to-MS Professional Pathway)

    Molecular, genetic and immune mechanisms will be explored as a basis for clinical assessment, risk reduction, disease prevention and disease management by advanced practice nurses.  Integration of function among mechanisms will be emphasized. Grade only.


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  • NURS 406 - Psychosocial Interventions in Family Care

    (2 S.H.) (Elective, RN-to-MS Professional Pathway)

    This course explores the role of the advanced practice nurse in addressing the psychosocial needs of the client and family. Focus will be on developing counseling skills for advanced psychosocial assessment and providing culturally sensitive guidance in caring for the client and family during health crisis and acute and chronic illness. Prerequisite: Admission to the graduate program in nursing or instructor’s permission. Grade only.


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  • NURS 408 - Advanced Role Seminar

    (2 S.H.) (Elective, RN-to-MS Professional Pathway)

    This course will provide a forum for the explorations of advanced practice role behaviors including collaboration and leadership. Selected theories and frameworks relevant to the various roles will be evaluated. Ethics and diversity issues in nursing and health care will be discussed. Prerequisite: Admission to the graduate program in nursing or instructor’s permission. Grade only.


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  • NURS 409 - Organizational and Systems Leadership

    (3 S.H.)

    Culturally sensitive organizational and systems leadership skills necessary for improving healthcare outcomes, practice and safety are addressed.  Focus in on leadership theories, principles of ethical leadership and professional communication strategies. - Effective Spring 2013. Grade only.


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  • NURS 410 - Theoretical Foundations and Research for Advanced Nursing Practice

    (4 S.H.) (Elective, RN-to-MS Professional Pathway)

    The goal of this course is to provide students with the opportunity to critically analyze existing nursing theories and articulate a personal philosophy of nursing. Students will do an in-depth analysis of a concept. Students will analyze methods and techniques of research and interpret their usefulness for application in clinical practice. Theory and practice will be used to define nursing problems and develop a research proposal. Prerequisite: Admission to the graduate program in nursing or instructor’s permission. Corequisite or prerequisite: STAT 601. Grade only.


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  • NURS 412 - Critical Care Nursing

    (2-3 S.H.) (Elective)

    This course is designed to introduce the student to care for critically ill persons. Emphasis is on rapid assessment, setting priorities, rapid decision-making, and nursing interventions for the critically ill. The 2-credit option has theory only. The 3-credit option has theory and a clinical laboratory experience. The 3-credit option requires the instructor’s permission. Prerequisites: Senior standing or instructor’s permission. P/NC option.


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  • NURS 414 - Health Care Policy/Quality Health Care Delivery

    (3 S.H.) (Elective, RN-to-MS Professional Pathway)

    This course focuses on the conduct of clinical scholarship.  Content includes transformational research approaches and evidence-based practice processes, including epidemiological methods.  Evaluation methods of clinical practice change outcomes on individuals, groups, populations, and systems are addressed. Grade only.


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  • NURS 415 - Holistic Caring

    (4 S.H.) (3 theory/1 practicum) (Baccalaureate Completion Program)

    This course serves to assist in the transition of the RN-BS Completion student as they build on prior nursing education and identify with the baccalaureate nursing major. The student is introduced to the Winona State University Department of Nursing curriculum/organizing framework that serves as the base upon which to build their future career in nursing. Evidence-based teaching-learning theory and skills will provide the basis for teaching health promotion to a young learner population. Analysis of a political issue related to health care delivery will foster an appreciation of the political process within the baccalaureate role as a nurse. Holistic caring is related to critical thinking, teaching learning, role development, and nursing practice. Application of critical thinking skills to holistic caring will promote insight into a new vision of professionalism and professional values within this baccalaureate degree for the RN-BS Completion student. Prerequisite/concurrent courses: Admission to RN-BS Completion Program. Co-requisites: ◆ NURS 375 - Evidence-based Research , NURS 435 - Holistic Assessment , △ NURS 475 - Population-Based Health Care I .


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  • NURS 416 - Issues in Gerontology and Geriatrics for the 21st Century

    (1-3 S.H.) (Elective)

    This course is a series of three consecutive modules of content related to common issues in gerontology and geriatrics. A student may take one, two, or all three modules, and each has the preceding module as a prerequisite. The course focuses on normal aging, theories of aging, social gerontology, and societal effects of an increasing population of older people. The geriatric content will focus on major geriatric syndromes such as immobility, incontinence, instability, iatrogenic illness, and intellectual impairment. Emphasis will be placed on assessment and maintenance of individual competency, independence, and physiological function across clinical settings. Prerequisite: Senior standing in major or instructor’s permission. Grade only.


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  • NURS 417 - Health Assessment Techniques

    (1 S.H.) (Elective)

    A guided study review of the basic components of physical assessment and an opportunity for performance evaluation at completion of course. Content relative to obtaining a complete health history and performing a physical examination, with appropriate documentation of each. Designed to ensure readiness for Advanced Practice Health Assessment. Prerequisite: Instructor’s permission. P/NC option.


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  • NURS 418 - Computer Applications in Nursing

    (2 S.H.) (Elective)

    This course is designed to provide knowledge of technological modalities presently used to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients, planning and monitoring of care, management of information, and data analysis. The application of nursing informatics in nursing research, administration, education, and practice will be explored. Emphasis in this course is on extensive hands-on experience in Microsoft® Windows, word processing, spreadsheet and database applications, presentation software, the Internet, and other computer-related applications. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. P/NC option.


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  • ◎ NURS 419 - Advanced Health Promotion for Families

    (3 S.H. – 2 S.H. Seminar; 1 S.H. Clinical) (Elective, RN-to-MS Professional Pathway)

    Concepts related to health promotion, health maintenance and disease prevention are analyzed from theoretical and evidence based perspectives. Interventions for promotion of optimal health are designed with particular consideration for age and cultural differences.  A co-requisite clinical of a family based practicum allows the student to explore possibilities for enacting the advanced practice role outside traditional biomedical settings and within the context of families and culturally specific beliefs. Grade only.


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  • NURS 421 - Nursing of Childbearing Families

    (2 S.H.)

    Explores evidence-based practices dealing with sexuality; reproductive health promotion; and perinatal health for individuals, families, and populations across health care settings. Prerequisite:  NURS 343 - Professional Practice I  or consent of instructor.


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  • NURS 422 - Nursing Care of the Childrearing Family

    (2 S.H.)

    This course primarily focuses on the pediatric population and explores evidence-based practices related to child growth and development, and patient-centered care for children and their families across health care settings. Child-related illnesses and disease processes are presented as well as their related nursing care. Prerequisite:  NURS 343 - Professional Practice I  or instructor’s permission.


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  • NURS 426 - Clinical Prevention and Population Health I

    (2 S.H.)

    Explores the principles and practices necessary for integrating clinical prevention and population health into nursing practice. Successful completion of this course means that students will be able to provide healthcare activities, which contribute to decreasing morbidity and mortality and improving quality of life in a diverse society. Prerequisite:  NURS 343 - Professional Practice I  or instructor’s permission. 


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  • NURS 435 - Holistic Assessment

    (3 S.H. Theory) (Baccalaureate RN Completion)

    This course develops the knowledge and skills necessary to perform a holistic assessment of individuals across the lifespan. Focus is building on theoretical concepts, critical thinking, decision-making and application of clinical skills. Students will be responsible for self-management of learning activities. An online learning resource is used to understand and apply assessment content. Prerequisites/concurrent courses: Admission to the RN-BS Completion Program. Co-requisites:  NURS 415 - Holistic Caring  and △ NURS 475 - Population-Based Health Care I .


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  • NURS 460 - Cooperative Education in Nursing

    (3 S.H.) (Elective)

    Students receive a planned and supervised clinical experience with a nurse preceptor, integrating formal classroom and clinical study in nursing. This course facilitates a student’s career pathway by emphasizing clinical practice interests. Prerequisite: Completion of second semester of clinical lab courses in the nursing major or instructor’s permission. P/NC option.


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  • △ NURS 475 - Population-Based Health Care I

    (4 S.H.) (2 theory/2 practicum) (Baccalaureate RN Completion)

    Focuses on assessment and evidence-based practices to assess protective and predictive factors that influence the health of individuals, families, groups, communities, and populations. Public health concepts are introduced along with population-focused interventions. Prerequisites/concurrent courses: Admission to the RN-BS Completion Program. Co-requisites: ◆ NURS 375 - Evidence-based Research , NURS 415 - Holistic Caring , NURS 435 - Holistic Assessment 


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  • NURS 480 - Holistic Approaches to Health

    (3 S.H.) (Elective)

    This course examines the relationship of the body, mind, and spirit within the field of health, healing, and nursing. Holism, the view that an integrated whole has a reality independent of and greater than the sum of its parts, forms the framework for this inquiry. The concepts of healing, psychophysiology, the transpersonal, the transpersonal self, body-mind-spirit and the nurse as healer will be discussed. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or instructor’s permission. P/NC option.


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  • NURS 490 - Independent Study in Nursing

    (1-3 S.H.) (Elective)

    Offers an opportunity for nursing students to do independent study or research in nursing in an area of special interest. Prerequisite: Instructor’s permission. Written objectives and evaluation required. P/NC option.


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  • NURS 492 - Jamaica Studies: Health Care in an Emerging Country

    (3 S.H.) (Elective)

    This international course will focus on the health care delivery system in Jamaica and the factors which influence the effectiveness of the system. The specific focus will be on the nursing aspects of the system. Students will be exposed to both public and private aspects of nursing. Jamaican experts will present on a variety of topics which influence health care including economics, politics, culture, and society. Prerequisites: Admission to major and instructor’s permission. Grade only.


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  • NURS 493 - The Patient’s Voice: Experiences of Illness

    (2 S.H.) (Elective)

    This course is designed to introduce students to contemporary autobiographical accounts of illness, both physical and psychiatric. The content can be applied to the practice of nursing. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or instructor’s permission. P/NC option.


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  • NURS 494 - Contemporary Film: Understanding the Patient’s Experience

    (2 S.H.) (Elective)

    Utilizing contemporary film, this course explores the experiences of patients experiencing both physiological and psychiatric illness, and helps students to utilize this information in developing a caring nursing practice. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or instructor’s permission. P/NC option.


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  • NURS 495 - Seminar/Workshop in Nursing

    (1-3 S.H.) (Elective)

    Subject matter of current interest arranged by the Department. Course may be repeated when offered with different content and title. Prerequisite: Admission to major or instructor’s permission. P/NC option.

    Course may be repeated when offered with different content and title.


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  • NURS 496 - Feminist Perspectives in Nursing

    (2 S.H.) (Elective)

    This seminar explores the relationship of the feminist movement, feminist theory, and gender issues as they pertain to nursing history and practice. Prerequisite: Admission to major or instructor’s permission. P/NC option.


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  • NURS 497 - Nursing Care of the Aged

    (3 S.H.) (Elective)

    The focus of this course is the bio-psycho-social-spiritual and holistic care of the elderly, given within the nursing process framework. The uniqueness of the aged person is considered as students plan the care and management of altered health states including chronic and high-risk pathophysiological conditions. The course is designed to increase students’ awareness and understanding of the aging process. The strengths and life experience of the aged client are recognized and reinforced to encourage their maximal coping abilities. Course includes a clinical laboratory experience. Prerequisite: Admission to major or instructor’s permission. P/NC option.


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  • NURS 498 - Advanced Critical and Progressive Care Nursing

    (2 S.H.) (Elective for Registered Nurses Only)

    This course is specifically designed for Registered Nurses currently caring for adults in critical or progressive/acute care nursing units. Course content is designed to meet knowledge requirements for practice and/or certification in critical care or progressive care nursing and as such, promotes continuing excellence in the nursing profession. Course content will be based on topic and certification blueprints established by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) Certification Corporation. The emphasis of learning activities will (1) address clinical judgment in the eight major categories including cardiovascular, pulmonary, endocrine, hematology/immunology, neurology, gastrointestinal, renal, and multisystem; and (2) explore concepts of professional caring and ethical practice in nursing. National certification exam is an option for specific sections of the course. Grade or P/NC option. Offered spring semester.


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  • NURS 499 - Advanced Health Promotion for Families Clinical

    (1 S.H.)

    This course provides the opportunity for application of the content from the co-requisite didactic course.  Concepts related to health promotion, health maintenance, and disease prevention are analyzed from theoretical, and evidenced based perspectives.  Interventions for promotion of optimal health are designed with particular consideration for age and cultural differences.  A community-based practicum allows the student to explore possibilities for enacting the advanced practice role outside traditional biomedical settings and within the context of families and culturally specific beliefs. - Effective Spring 2013. Grade only.


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Paralegal
  

  • HIST 211 - Introduction to Paralegalism and Ethics

    (2 S.H.)

    This course will introduce paralegal majors to the practice of paralegalism and the legal ethics related to that practice. The course will examine the paralegal profession, the best practices of paralegalism, office machinery, techniques and advanced practice software, office management, the role of the paralegal in legal practice, and the nature and responsibilities of legal ethics for the paralegal. Students not enrolled in the Paralegal Program need the program director’s permission to enroll in this course and must meet the prerequisites of the program. Grade Only.

    Note: (Suggested enrollment during spring semester of sophomore year.)


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  • △ HIST 370 - Legal Research and Writing I

    (3 S.H.)

    The student will become acquainted with commonly used terminology, the need for precision in meaning, and how courts interpret documents; and techniques of legal research, the process of judicial review, the extent of legal reporting, and methods of researching court decisions. Students will draft legal briefs and legal memoranda. Prerequisites: Admission to the paralegal major and advanced sophomore standing. Prerequisites: Admission to the paralegal major and advanced sophomore standing. Grade only. Offered yearly.


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  • HIST 371 - Substantive Law and Ethics I

    (2 S.H.)

    Students will learn the basic rules of contract law, real property law, torts, including workers’ compensation, and legal ethics, and will be expected to practice their skills in legal research and writing. Grade only. Offered yearly.


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  • ◆ HIST 372 - Legal Research and Writing II

    (3 S.H.)

    Students will expand use of research and writing techniques gained in Legal Research and Writing I (△ HIST 370 - Legal Research and Writing I ) by drafting deeds, leases, negotiable instruments, business agreements, corporate minutes and by-laws, and wills and by researching issues that are relevant to these topics. Students will continue to draft legal briefs and memoranda reflecting their research findings. Prerequisite: △ HIST 370 - Legal Research and Writing I . Grade only. Offered yearly.


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  • HIST 373 - Adversary System: Civil Procedure

    (2 S.H.)

    Basic civil court procedures, such as pleadings; pre-trial discovery; trials and appeals; background of the adversary system; the role of the advocate, judge and jury in the search for justice. Prerequisite: △ HIST 370 - Legal Research and Writing I . Grade only. Offered yearly.


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  • HIST 374 - Evidentiary Rules

    (2 S.H.)

    Acquaints the student with logic of evidentiary rules, value of first-hand evidence, burden of proof, qualification of witnesses, impeachment of witnesses, differentiation between proof and argument, order of proof. Prerequisite: △ HIST 370 - Legal Research and Writing I . Grade only. Offered yearly.


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  • HIST 375 - Substantive Law and Ethics II

    (3 S.H.)

    Students will study the basic elements of probate law, negotiable instruments, bankruptcy, landlord-tenant law with extensive coverage of family law (divorce, separation, and paternity), including the study of motion practice and the Minnesota Rules of Family Court Procedure, pre-trial discovery and conflict resolution techniques as well as ethical issues associated with each. Prerequisite: ◆ HIST 372 - Legal Research and Writing II . Grade only. Offered yearly.


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  • HIST 377 - Practical Legal Investigation Techniques

    (3 S.H.)

    Students will learn the practical techniques used in investigating cases involving traffic, aircraft, personal negligence, employer negligence, product liability, professional malpractice, and criminal investigation. Students also will become acquainted with the technique of working with witnesses. Prerequisite: Admission to the paralegal major. Grade only. Offered yearly.


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  • HIST 381 - Paralegal Topics and Issues

    (2-3 S.H.)

    Students will learn about more specialized substantive law topics such as immigration law, bankruptcy law, intellectual property law, and others that may not demand a full semester offering. The course will supplement HIST 371 - Substantive Law and Ethics I  and HIST 375 - Substantive Law and Ethics II , which are required offerings currently listed in the Paralegal major as electives, allowing students to experience a broader base of substantive knowledge. These courses will be offered on an as-needed basis permitting maximum flexibility in scheduling for special paralegal topics. Grade Only. Offered each semester as needed.


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  • HIST 383 - Paralegal Institute

    (1-3 S.H.)

    The Paralegal Institute will cover various specialized topics, which directly relate to areas of the paralegal profession. The specialized institutes will be offered for 1-3 credits and may be repeated to a maximum of three credits toward the WSU paralegal degree. P/NC only.


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Philosophy
  

  • PHIL 110 - Critical Thinking

    (3 S.H.)

    This course teaches students how to employ good reasoning skills and how to avoid being fooled by bad reasoning and rhetorical tricks. Competencies acquired in the course include the following: Identifying, evaluating, and constructing arguments; identifying informal fallacies; testing syllogisms and propositional arguments for validity and overall cogency; and assessing and constructing position papers.  Meets GOAL 4. Offered each semester.


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  • PHIL 120 - Introductory Philosophy

    (3 S.H.)

    An introduction to major areas in philosophy, considering some fundamental problems and concepts. Typical issues include some of the following: the existence of God, what we can know, what reality is, how mind and body are related, whether or not we have free will. Traditional and intellectually chic theories on these or other topics are critically reviewed.  Meets GOAL 6 (Humanities). Offered each semester.


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  • PHIL 130 - Moral Problems

    (3 S.H.)

    A practical course in ethics, involving concrete issues and their impact on the individual, society, and social policy. Topics may include abortion, euthanasia, sexuality and sexual morality, feminism, welfare, capital punishment, pornography and censorship, animal rights, world hunger, war, and terrorism.  Meets GOAL 6 (Humanities) and GOAL 9. Offered yearly.


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  • PHIL 140 - Introduction to War, Peace, and Terrorism

    (3 S.H.)

    An introductory course exploring issues concerning war, peace, and terrorism from the perspectives of moral and political philosophy. Guest speakers present points of view. Topics usually include causes and justifications of war, conditions for peace, and whether terrorism is ever justified. Further topics may include conscientious objection, varieties of pacifism and nonviolent resistance, land mines, child soldiers, suicide terrorists, mercenaries, genocide, and international arms sales.  Meets GOAL 6 (Humanities) and GOAL 9. Offered yearly.


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  • PHIL 201 - Classical Philosophy

    (3 S.H.)

    A study of the philosophical ideas, values, and world views of ancient Greece, especially its views on the nature of the universe, humanity, knowledge, religion, ethics, and politics. Theories from the Presocratics, Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle will be critically examined and contrasted with contemporary beliefs and values.  Meets GOAL 6 (Humanities). Offered yearly.


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  • PHIL 210 - Inductive Reasoning

    (3 S.H.)

    Introduction to inductive reasoning and how to avoid being tricked by faulty or pseudo scientific claims and arguments, and how to critically assess public policy in light of good scientific reasoning. Students study how to use experimentation and the scientific method to test theoretical, statistical, and causal hypotheses. Famous discoveries in the history of science are used as illustrations. Other topics include fundamental concepts of probability, sampling, causation, and correlation.  Meets GOAL 4. Offered yearly.


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  • PHIL 230 - Moral Theory

    (3 S.H.)

    A study of major ethical theories, concepts, and issues; for instance, Kantianism, utilitarianism, ethical relativism, concepts of justice, human rights, moral responsibility, and free will.  Meets GOAL 6 (Humanities) and GOAL 9. Offered as appropriate.


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  • PHIL 231 - Business Ethics

    (3 S.H.)

    An introduction to ethical theory and reasoning and their application to business decisions. Topics addressed are economic justice and the rights and obligations of employers, employees, and consumers. Issues include product liability, privacy, exploitation, and obligations to future generations and the environment.  Meets GOAL 6 (Humanities) and GOAL 9. Offered yearly.


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  • PHIL 232 - Environmental Ethics

    (3 S.H.)

    A critical investigation into our rights and ethical responsibilities with respect to nature. Topics include, the moral status of nature, its value, and the sustainability of our consumption, population, and pollution growth given their effects on the environment and future generations.  Meets GOAL 6 (Humanities) and GOAL 10. Offered yearly.


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  • PHIL 240 - Philosophy of Science

    (3 S.H.)

    Examines basic issues in the philosophy and foundations of science, such as the testing of hypotheses, the construction and confirmation of theories, the nature of scientific explanation, and the concept of laws of nature. The course also investigates the distinction between science and pseudoscience and studies to what extent each has influenced recent public policy, social debates, and school curricula. Meets GOAL 6 (Humanities). Offered yearly.


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  • PHIL 250 - Symbolic Logic

    (3 S.H.)

    An examination of methods for putting ordinary deductive reasoning into symbols in order to test its validity. Topics include ways to translate English into symbols, uses of truth tables, rules for deduction in propositional and predicate logic, models for showing invalidity, and strategies for constructing proofs.  Meets GOAL 4. Offered as appropriate.


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  • PHIL 260 - Problems in Philosophy

    (3 S.H.)

    A variable-content course considering salient problems in philosophy. May be repeated as University Studies credit as issues change.  Meets GOAL 6 (Humanities). Offered as appropriate.

    May be repeated as University Studies credit as issues change.


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  • PHIL 270 - Philosophy of Religion

    (3 S.H.)

    Topics will include arguments for and against the existence of God; the nature of religious belief, miracles, religious language, faith, and reason; as well as Freudian, Existentialist, and Postmodern approaches to religion. This course also briefly reviews the historical and theological background of the main Western religions.  Meets GOAL 6 (Humanities). Offered as appropriate.


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  • PHIL 280 - Philosophy of Art

    (3 S.H.)

    An introduction to the fundamental concepts and issues in the philosophy of art. Topics include: The definition of art, art’s role and function, taste and judgment, interpretation and intention, representation and expression. The course covers a wide range of views and spans the length of Western philosophy, within the larger realm of social, political, moral, gender, and scientific issues.  Meets GOAL 6 (Humanities). Offered as appropriate.


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  • PHIL 301 - Early Modern Philosophy

    (3 S.H.)

    This course examines the main themes of early modern philosophy by investigating the views of some of the principal European philosophers of the 17th and 18th centuries: the rationalism of such philosophers as Descartes, Spinoza, and Leibniz; the empiricism of Locke, Berkeley, and Hume; and the constructivism of Kant.  Meets GOAL 6 (Humanities). Offered yearly.


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  • PHIL 302 - Contemporary Philosophy

    (3 S.H.)

    A study of major figures and issues from the 19th and 20th centuries. Philosophers may include Mill, Marx, and Wittgenstein. Issues may include the nature of knowledge, the nature of mind, and the nature of the state.  Meets GOAL 6 (Humanities). Offered as appropriate.


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  • PHIL 330 - Biomedical Ethics

    (3 S.H.)

    Ethical issues in health care; for example, abortion, termination of treatment, euthanasia, truth-telling and confidentiality, medical experimentation and informed consent, transplant surgery, artificial insemination, surrogate pregnancy, the allocation of medical resources.  Meets GOAL 6 (Humanities) and GOAL 9. Offered yearly.


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  • PHIL 332 - Philosophy of Law

    (3 S.H.)

    Consideration of the philosophical foundations of law. Topics may include the nature of law, concepts of responsibility and liability, theories of punishment, causation in the law, discrimination and equality, the relation of law and morality, the obligation to obey the law, civil disobedience, liberty and privacy, and theories in private law (tort, contract, property).  Meets GOAL 6 (Humanities) and GOAL 9. Offered as appropriate.


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  • PHIL 341 - Just War Tradition

    (3 S.H.)

    At the junction of ethics, philosophy of law, and political philosophy, this course investigates the just-war tradition and its modern application in the acts and laws of war. Topics may include historical developments in just-war tradition, conditions for just-war and just-fighting, preventive war, humanitarian military intervention, nuclear weapons, guerrilla warfare, terrorism and counter-terrorism, and treatment of terrorist suspects.  Meets GOAL 6 (Humanities) and GOAL 9. Offered as appropriate.


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Physical Education and Sport Science
  

  • PESS 100 - Soccer

    (1 S.H.)

    Fundamental skills and knowledge necessary for the recreational purposes of the participant. Includes rules, conditioning, and strategy of play. Yearly or on demand.

    Note: Activity courses are offered on an optional pass/no credit basis except those designated grade-only. Activity courses required for physical education majors and dance minors must be taken for letter grade. If physical education activity courses are repeated to improve competency, only the final grade will count in calculating GPA.


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  • PESS 101 - Basketball

    (1 S.H.)

    The development of basic fundamental skills, knowledge, and strategies involved in beginning basketball in order to be able to enjoy recreational basketball. Offered yearly or on demand.

    Note: Activity courses are offered on an optional pass/no credit basis except those designated grade-only. Activity courses required for physical education majors and dance minors must be taken for letter grade. If physical education activity courses are repeated to improve competency, only the final grade will count in calculating GPA.


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  • PESS 103 - Racquetball

    (1 S.H.)

    The development of basic fundamental skills, knowledge, and strategies involved in beginning racquetball in order to be able to enjoy playing recreational racquetball. Yearly or on demand.

    Note: Activity courses are offered on an optional pass/no credit basis except those designated grade-only. Activity courses required for physical education majors and dance minors must be taken for letter grade. If physical education activity courses are repeated to improve competency, only the final grade will count in calculating GPA.


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  • PESS 104 - Volleyball

    (1 S.H.)

    The development of basic fundamental skills, knowledge and strategies involved in volleyball in order to be able to enjoy recreational volleyball. Yearly or on demand.

    Note: Activity courses are offered on an optional pass/no credit basis except those designated grade-only. Activity courses required for physical education majors and dance minors must be taken for letter grade. If physical education activity courses are repeated to improve competency, only the final grade will count in calculating GPA.


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  • PESS 120 - Ballroom Dance

    (1 S.H.)

    Introduction to the basic techniques of recreational ballroom dancing. Includes the foxtrot, waltz, lindy, and rumba. Yearly or on demand.

    Note: Activity courses are offered on an optional pass/no credit basis except those designated grade-only. Activity courses required for physical education majors and dance minors must be taken for letter grade. If physical education activity courses are repeated to improve competency, only the final grade will count in calculating GPA.


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  • PESS 122 - Beginning Swimming

    (1 S.H.)

    This course covers basic water safety skills and knowledge including physical and mental adjustment to water for non-swimmers. Additional fee. Yearly or on demand.

    Note: Activity courses are offered on an optional pass/no credit basis except those designated grade-only. Activity courses required for physical education majors and dance minors must be taken for letter grade. If physical education activity courses are repeated to improve competency, only the final grade will count in calculating GPA.


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  • PESS 123 - Intermediate Swimming

    (1 S.H.)

    Fundamental skills and endurance related to swimming strokes and aquatic safety. For swimmers who can handle themselves in deep water.  Additional Fee. Yearly or on demand.

    Note: Activity courses are offered on an optional pass/no credit basis except those designated grade-only. Activity courses required for physical education majors and dance minors must be taken for letter grade. If physical education activity courses are repeated to improve competency, only the final grade will count in calculating GPA.


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  • PESS 124 - Water Safety Instructor

    (2 S.H.)

    Teaching methods for swimming, diving, basic water safety, and program development. Culminates with Red Cross certification.  Additional fee.   Prerequisite: PESS 123 - Intermediate Swimming  or demonstrated competency. Yearly or on demand.

    Note: Activity courses are offered on an optional pass/no credit basis except those designated grade-only. Activity courses required for physical education majors and dance minors must be taken for letter grade. If physical education activity courses are repeated to improve competency, only the final grade will count in calculating GPA.


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  • PESS 125 - Lifeguarding/CPR & First Aid

    (2 S.H.)

    This course presents the knowledge and skills required of an American Red Cross certified lifeguard.  Additional Fee. Grade only. Yearly or on demand.

    Note: Activity courses are offered on an optional pass/no credit basis except those designated grade-only. Activity courses required for physical education majors and dance minors must be taken for letter grade. If physical education activity courses are repeated to improve competency, only the final grade will count in calculating GPA.


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  • PESS 129 - Perspectives of Physical Education

    (1 S.H.)

    Introduction and orientation to the field of Physical Education. Includes brief historical perspective, aims, objectives, values, issues, qualifications and opportunities in the profession. Grade only.


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  • PESS 130 - Individual/Dual Sports and Activities

    (3 S.H.)

    Courses in this category include comprehensive development of skills, knowledge of rules, strategies, terminology, and participation in the designated activities.  Additional fee. Grade only.


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  • PESS 132 - Rhythm, Dance, Tumbling and Movement Forms

    (3 S.H.)

    Courses in this category include comprehensive development of skills, knowledge of rules, strategies, terminology, and participation in the designated activities. Grade only.


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  • PESS 133 - Team Sports and Activities

    (3 S.H.)

    Courses in this category include comprehensive development of skills, knowledge of rules, strategies, terminology, and participation in the designated activities. Grade only.


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  • PESS 134 - Downhill Skiing

    (1 S.H.)

    Fundamental skills and knowledge appropriate for the beginner, intermediate, and advanced skier. Additional fee. Yearly or on demand.

    Note: Activity courses are offered on an optional pass/no credit basis except those designated grade-only. Activity courses required for physical education majors and dance minors must be taken for letter grade. If physical education activity courses are repeated to improve competency, only the final grade will count in calculating GPA.


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  • PESS 135 - Weight Training

    (1 S.H.)

    Fundamental skills and knowledge necessary for the recreational purposes of the participant. Yearly or on demand.

    Note: Activity courses are offered on an optional pass/no credit basis except those designated grade-only. Activity courses required for physical education majors and dance minors must be taken for letter grade. If physical education activity courses are repeated to improve competency, only the final grade will count in calculating GPA.


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  • PESS 140 - Bowling

    (1 S.H.)

    Fundamental skills and knowledge necessary for the recreational purposes are provided for the participant. The course includes rules and strategies of play. Additional fee. Yearly or on demand.

    Note: Activity courses are offered on an optional pass/no credit basis except those designated grade-only. Activity courses required for physical education majors and dance minors must be taken for letter grade. If physical education activity courses are repeated to improve competency, only the final grade will count in calculating GPA.


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  • PESS 141 - Golf

    (1 S.H.)

    This course will teach students the techniques of a golf swing. Golf course strategies and etiquette will be explained and examined on an authentic golf course. Additional fee. Yearly or on demand.

    Note: Activity courses are offered on an optional pass/no credit basis except those designated grade-only. Activity courses required for physical education majors and dance minors must be taken for letter grade. If physical education activity courses are repeated to improve competency, only the final grade will count in calculating GPA.


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  • PESS 142 - Badminton

    (1 S.H.)

    The development of basic fundamental skills, knowledge, and strategies involved in beginning badminton in order to be able to enjoy playing recreational badminton. Yearly or on demand.

    Note: Activity courses are offered on an optional pass/no credit basis except those designated grade-only. Activity courses required for physical education majors and dance minors must be taken for letter grade. If physical education activity courses are repeated to improve competency, only the final grade will count in calculating GPA.


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  • PESS 144 - Contemporary Activities

    (1 S.H.)

    This course introduces the student to varied contemporary, movement-based activities. A variety of activities will be introduced as a means of encouraging movement and expanding the student’s leisure interest profile.  Additional fee for some courses. Yearly or on demand.

    Note: Activity courses are offered on an optional pass/no credit basis except those designated grade-only. Activity courses required for physical education majors and dance minors must be taken for letter grade. If physical education activity courses are repeated to improve competency, only the final grade will count in calculating GPA. May be repeated for credit under different subtitle.


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  • PESS 195 - Foundations of Physical Education

    (2 S.H.)

    Introduction and orientation to the field of physical education. Includes a brief historical perspective of the field, current issues and trends; as well as an introduction to lesson planning, class management principles and instructional delivery. Grade only.


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  • PESS 199 - Lifetime Fitness/Wellness

    (2 S.H.)

    A theory and lab course designed to encourage a lifetime commitment to regular physical fitness. Includes wellness topics, laboratory sessions, and aerobic activities. Activities vary according to semester offered. Grade only. Yearly or on demand.

    Note: Activity courses are offered on an optional pass/no credit basis except those designated grade-only. Activity courses required for physical education majors and dance minors must be taken for letter grade. If physical education activity courses are repeated to improve competency, only the final grade will count in calculating GPA.


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  • PESS 200 - Elementary Physical Education for Classroom Teachers

    (3 S.H.)

    Program planning, games, materials, methods, and techniques of teaching physical education activities to children for early childhood, elementary and middle school. Grade only.


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  • PESS 205 - Secondary Methods of Physical Education

    (3 S.H.)

    This course provides practical instruction methods through lecture, classroom settings, and teaching models that will be focused at the middle and secondary level of instruction. Students will be able to understand and instruct a prescribed curriculum in the physical education classroom setting. Prerequisites:  PESS 195 - Foundations of Physical Education . Grade only.


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  • PESS 206 - Elementary Methods of Physical Education

    (3 S.H.)

    Introduction to teaching physical education in grades PK-6; the course is designed especially for physical education majors. The course focuses on movement concepts, fitness, integration, rhythmic activities, games, and motor development of young learners and how to organize, plan, implement, and assess that content through a physical education program. Prerequisites: PESS 195 - Foundations of Physical Education . Grade only.


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