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CL 4220 - Laboratory Management
Credit Hour(s): 1.5
Principles of education, laboratory management, computer application and completion and presentation of a scientific project. Integrated Writing course.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Clinical Lab Science - BSCLS.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CL 4230 - Clinical Pathology Seminar
Credit Hour(s): 1.5
Discussion of clinical findings through case studies.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Clinical Lab Science - BSCLS.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Seminar
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CL 4310 - Urinalysis of Body and Fluid Analysis
Credit Hour(s): 2
Study of body fluids, including the pathophysiology of their formation and the biochemical and morphological methods used to obtain diagnostic information. This course has a fee that is non-refundable once the term begins.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Clinical Lab Science - BSCLS.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture/Lab Combination
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CL 4410 - Hematology
Credit Hour(s): 3
Theory and application of principles of hematology, including hematopoiesis, counting and identification of cells in the peripheral blood, and the use of cellular morphology to diagnose disease. Lecture and laboratory. This course has a fee that is non-refundable once the term begins.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Clinical Lab Science - BSCLS.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture/Lab Combination
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CL 4420 - Advanced Hematology
Credit Hour(s): 1.5
Advanced topics in hematology with an emphasis on the diagnosis and treatment of anemias, myelodysplastic and myeloproliferative disorders.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Clinical Lab Science - BSCLS.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CL 4430 - Introduction to Hematology Practicum
Credit Hour(s): 1
Introduction to practical application of hematology techniques at a clinical site.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Clinical Lab Science - BSCLS.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Practicum
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CL 4440 - Advanced Hematology Practicum
Credit Hour(s): 2
Practical application of hematology techniques at a clinical site.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Clinical Lab Science - BSCLS.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Practicum
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CL 4510 - Hemostasis
Credit Hour(s): 1.5
Blood vessel contraction, platelet activation and formation, and activation of coagulation factors, and their use in diagnosing coagulation defects and monitoring anticoagulant therapy. This course has a fee that is non-refundable once the term begins.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Clinical Lab Science - BSCLS.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture/Lab Combination
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CL 4610 - Basic Clinical Chemistry
Credit Hour(s): 2.5
Theory and application of human biochemistry and principles of chemistry techniques used in the analysis of blood and other body fluids. This course has a fee that is non-refundable once the term begins.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Clinical Lab Science - BSCLS.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture/Lab Combination
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CL 4620 - Advanced Clinical Chemistry
Credit Hour(s): 2
Study of endocrine system, inborn errors of metabolism, toxicology, the role of tumor markers in cancer diagnosis and management, and other advanced topics in clinical chemistry.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Clinical Lab Science - BSCLS.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CL 4630 - Introduction to Clinical Chemistry Practicum
Credit Hour(s): 1
Introduction to the practical application of clinical chemistry techniques at a clinical site.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Clinical Lab Science - BSCLS.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Practicum
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CL 4640 - Advanced Clinical Chemistry Practicum
Credit Hour(s): 2
Practical application of clinical chemistry techniques at a clinical site.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Clinical Lab Science - BSCLS.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Practicum
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CL 4710 - Diagnostic Microbiology
Credit Hour(s): 3
Study of media composition and selection, biochemical techniques used to identify bacteria and related physiology, antibiotic susceptibility of bacteria, and discussion and identification of parasites. This course has a fee that is non-refundable once the term begins.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Clinical Lab Science - BSCLS.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture/Lab Combination
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CL 4720 - Advanced Microbiology
Credit Hour(s): 2
Characteristics, pathophysiologic mechanisms and identification of chyamydia, fungi, viruses and other organisms and the methods used to diagnose and treat related diseases.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Clinical Lab Science - BSCLS.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CL 4730 - Introduction to Clinical Microbiology Practicum
Credit Hour(s): 1
Introduction to the practical application of microbiology techniques at a clinical site.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Clinical Lab Science - BSCLS.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Practicum
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CL 4740 - Advanced Clinical Microbiology Practicum
Credit Hour(s): 2
Practical application of microbiology techniques at clinical site.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Clinical Lab Science - BSCLS.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Practicum
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CL 4810 - Immunology/Serology
Credit Hour(s): 2
Antigens and the stimulation of antibodies in vivo, and the use of these reactions to perform in vitro testing to diagnose and monitor the course of disease. This course has a fee that is non-refundable once the term begins.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Clinical Lab Science - BSCLS.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture/Lab Combination
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CL 4910 - Immunohematology
Credit Hour(s): 2
Use of antigens and antibodies in blood grouping and transfusion medicine. This course has a fee that is non-refundable once the term begins.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Clinical Lab Science - BSCLS.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture/Lab Combination
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CL 4920 - Advanced Immunohematology
Credit Hour(s): 1.5
Advanced topics in transfusion medicine, including immune hemolytic anemias, paternity testing, component therapy, HLA antigens, quality assurance and the role of regulatory agencies in the practice of transfusion medicine.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Clinical Lab Science - BSCLS.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CL 4930 - Introduction to Clinical Immunohematology/Transfusion Medicine Practicum
Credit Hour(s): 1
Introduction to the practical application of transfusion medicine techniques at a clinical site.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Clinical Lab Science - BSCLS.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Practicum
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CL 4940 - Advanced Clinical Immunohematology/Transfusion Medicine Practicum
Credit Hour(s): 2
Practical application of transfusion medicine techniques at a clinical site.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Clinical Lab Science - BSCLS.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Practicum
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Communication |
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COM 1010 - Essentials of Public Address
Credit Hour(s): 3
Fundamentals of verbal and nonverbal communication in platform speaking. Discussion and practice in vocal and physical delivery and in purposeful organization and development of a speech.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture/Lab Combination
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COM 1040 - Introduction to Human Communication
Credit Hour(s): 3
Surveys major concepts, theories, and research approaches in the study of human communication. Assists students in developing an understanding of the foundation of communication theory in preparation for advanced study.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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COM 1520 - Mass Communication
Credit Hour(s): 3
Study of mass media functions, industries, and effects to help students become more critical mass media consumers and contributors.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture/Recitation Combination
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COM 2020 - Interpersonal Communication
Credit Hour(s): 3
A theoretical and behavioral approach to the role of communication in relationships across various contexts. Emphasis on perception and self-concept, relational development, verbal and nonverbal messages, influence, gender and diversity.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate level COM 1040 Minimum Grade of D and Undergraduate level ENG 1010 Minimum Grade of D
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture/Lab Combination
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COM 2410 - Small-Group Communication
Credit Hour(s): 3
Explores of the fundamentals of group formation, communication, and processes, including conflict resolution, leadership, problem-solving and decision-making. Emphasis on comprehension of theoretical fundamentals as well as skill development.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate level COM 1040 Minimum Grade of D and Undergraduate level ENG 1010 Minimum Grade of D
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture/Lab Combination
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COM 2460 - Organizational Communication
Credit Hour(s): 3
Nature and functions of communication in the organizational setting. Concepts and methods needed to assess and improve communication in organizations.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate level COM 1040 Minimum Grade of D and Undergraduate level ENG 1010 Minimum Grade of D
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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COM 2560 - Basic Media Writing
Credit Hour(s): 3
Introduction to writing for media. Includes structure and organization of media copy. Requires reporting in the field. Integrated Writing course.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate level COM 1520 Minimum Grade of D
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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COM 3330 - Persuasion and Rhetorical Theory
Credit Hour(s): 3
Delineation of the concept of persuasion together with an overview of general rhetorical theory. Preparation and presentation of persuasive communication. Integrated Writing course.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate level COM 1010 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Communication Studies - BA.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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COM 3450 - Public Relations: Principles and Practice
Credit Hour(s): 3
Simulation focusing on the processes of a public-relations campaign: fact finding, action planning, implementation of communication channels, and program evaluation.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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COM 3660 - Advanced News Writing
Credit Hour(s): 3
Advanced study of writing skills, practices, and procedures used in reporting news for mass media. Reporting in the field required. Integrated Writing course.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate level COM 2560 Minimum Grade of D and Undergraduate level COM 3680 Minimum Grade of D and Undergraduate level COM 4640 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Mass Communication - BA.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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COM 3680 - Visual Communication
Credit Hour(s): 3
Basic principles of visual literacy and visual communication, and utilization of light and shadow, creative devices, and other techniques in creation of photographs and multi-picture layouts suitable for publication in mass media.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate level COM 2560 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Mass Communication - BA.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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COM 3700 - Dispute Resolution
Credit Hour(s): 3
Nature and cause of conflict, the impact of communication on conflict escalation, and the process of conflict resolution. Integrated Writing course.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate level COM 1040 Minimum Grade of D and Undergraduate level COM 2020 Minimum Grade of D and Undergraduate level COM 2460 Minimum Grade of D
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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COM 4110 - Performance for the Media
Credit Hour(s): 3
Development of skills necessary for effective television and radio presentations. Study of criteria for selecting appropriate talent and frequent practice in a wide range of media settings. Integrated Writing course.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate level COM 3680 Minimum Grade of D and Undergraduate level COM 4640 Minimum Grade of D and Undergraduate level COM 3660 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in the following Classifications: Junior, Senior. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Mass Communication - BA.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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COM 4250 - Health Communication
Credit Hour(s): 3
Basic themes and issues that have developed in health communication research including physician-patient and nurse-patient communications, organizational communication in health care organizations, and relationships among care providers.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in the following Classifications: Junior, Senior.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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COM 4320 - Race, Class and Gender in Communication
Credit Hour(s): 3
Theoretical and pragmatic consideration of the impact of race, class, and gender on the communication process within society.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate level COM 1040 Minimum Grade of D and Undergraduate level COM 2020 Minimum Grade of D and Undergraduate level COM 2460 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Communication Studies - BA, Mass Communication - BA.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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COM 4330 - Internship
Credit Hour(s): 1 to 3
Research, practice, and participation in communication fora, symposia, or an oral communication project designed to meet the interest of individual students.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Internship
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COM 4430 - Interviewing
Credit Hour(s): 3
Through a matrix organizational structure, students experience theory in selection, survey, journalistic, performance appraisal, persuasion, and counseling interviewing situations with the focus on human resource development.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate level COM 1040 Minimum Grade of D and Undergraduate level COM 2460 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Communication Studies - BA.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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COM 4470 - Communication Relationships in Organizations
Credit Hour(s): 3
Examines factors that help and hinder effective professional relationships. Aims to increase understanding of interpersonal relationships and apply the knowledge to individual and organizational goals.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate level COM 2460 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in the following Classifications: Junior, Senior.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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COM 4490 - Survey of Communication Research
Credit Hour(s): 3
Introduction to the behavioral approach and current theories and experiments in communications research. Integrated Writing course.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate level COM 1040 Minimum Grade of D
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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COM 4570 - Intercultural Communication
Credit Hour(s): 3
Emphasis on research and theory to better understand the complexity of intercultural communication interactions.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate level COM 1040 Minimum Grade of D and Undergraduate level COM 2460 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Communication Studies - BA.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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COM 4620 - Mass Media: Law and Regulation
Credit Hour(s): 3
Laws and regulations affecting mass media.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate level COM 2560 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Mass Communication - BA.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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COM 4640 - Media Criticism
Credit Hour(s): 3
Analysis of contemporary programming and production practices including the development of critical standards for evaluation.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate level COM 1010 Minimum Grade of D and Undergraduate level COM 1040 Minimum Grade of D and Undergraduate level COM 1520 Minimum Grade of D and Undergraduate level COM 2560 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in the following Classifications: Junior, Senior. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Communication Studies - BA, Mass Communication - BA.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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COM 4710 - Topics in Communication
Credit Hour(s): 3
Special topics in the various areas of speech communication.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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COM 4810 - Independent Study
Credit Hour(s): 1 to 3
Faculty-directed readings and research.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in the following Classifications: Senior. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Communication Studies - BA, Mass Communication - BA.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Independent Study
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COM 4820 - Senior Honors Project
Credit Hour(s): 1 to 3
Independent studies course that allows students to pursue research that culminates in a senior honors thesis or project.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in the following Classifications: Senior. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Communication Studies - BA, Mass Communication - BA.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Independent Study
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COM 6250 - Health Communication
Credit Hour(s): 3
Basic themes and issues that have developed in health communication research including physician-patient and nurse-patient communications, organizational communication in health care organizations, and relationships among care providers.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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COM 6320 - Race, Class and Gender Communication
Credit Hour(s): 3
Theoretical and pragmatic consideration of the impact of race, class, and gender on the communication process within society.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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COM 6490 - Survey of Communication Research
Credit Hour(s): 3
Introduction to the behavioral approach and current theories and experiments in communications research.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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COM 6640 - Media Literacy
Credit Hour(s): 3
Analysis of contemporary programming and production practices including the development of critical standards for evaluation.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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Community Health |
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CMH 2000 - Global Health
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course will investigate the commonalities and differences of global health issues around the world and how these are diverse, but interconnected. Integrated Writing course.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 4990 - Undergraduate Biomedical Research
Credit Hour(s): 1 to 6
Undergraduate biomedical research and seminar. Students will participate in hands-on research as well as reading primary literature, presenting scientific talks, and exploring the social and ethical implications of scientific research.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture/Lab Combination
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CMH 6100 - Biostatistics for Health Professionals
Credit Hour(s): 3
Introduction to the basic principles and applications of statistical methods as they are
applied to data arising in the health professions.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 6200 - Public Health Epidemiology
Credit Hour(s): 3
This is an introduction to epidemiology; including historical foundations, basic concepts, research designs, infectious diseases, screening, the influence of chance, bias, and confounding, and practical applications. The course discusses the calculation and interpretation of measures of frequency, association, and public health impact. Emphasis is placed on epidemiological principles, concepts, and methods used within public health settings. Students will complete an applied data project.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 6300 - Environmental Health
Credit Hour(s): 3
Students taking this course will develop a broad knowledge base in the multidisciplinary field of environmental health. The class will focus on the topics of environmental health that have the greatest affect on the community, such as food-borne health hazards, zoonotic disease, housing, water treatment, and solid and hazardous waste and substances. Contemporary concerns, such as climate change, environmental disaster, and the built environment, will also be thoroughly discussed.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 6400 - Social and Behavioral Determinants of Health
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course addresses the socio-ecological and behavioral theories of health behavior and their application to designing theory-based interventions. Students develop a theory-based logic map for one risk or protective health behavior.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 6500 - Health Resource Management & Policy
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course will introduce students to the theory, concepts, and practice of managing health resources in both traditional health services and public health settings. In addition, this course will cover health care policies (existing and proposed) and their impact on health care resource management. Sessions will include presentations on patient behavior, managed care, the insurance industry, health provider theory, law, and quality among other topics.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Business - MBA, Public Health - MPH. Must be enrolled in one of the following Colleges: School of Medicine.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 7110 - Applied Public Health Research Design and Analysis
Credit Hour(s): 3
This class will examine a range of research designs in the context of methods commonly used in public health departments and community based organizations. Students will also learn data analysis skills using SPSS needed to analyze data collected. Students will conduct a research project using a secondary data set.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate level CMH 6100 Minimum Grade of D and Graduate level CMH 6200 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Seminar
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CMH 7120 - Qualitative Methods in Public Health
Credit Hour(s): 3
This is an overview of qualitative research methods commonly used in public health. Students will gain experience in the qualitative research process: problem definition, instrument development, data collection, data analysis (qualitative analysis software), interpretation and write-up of findings. Students will develop a critical perspective and be able to evaluate the methodological rigor of qualitative studies by recognizing their strengths and weaknesses, appropriate and inappropriate uses.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 7130 - Using Geospatial Technologies in Public Health
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course prepares students to use geospatial technologies within the framework of Public Health issues. Topics covered include geographic information systems (GIS), global positioning system (GPS), remote sensing, spatial analysis, project design, data management, basic cartographic principles, case studies and a project. At completion, students have a baseline understanding of how to incorporate geospatial technologies into real-world Public Health matters.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate level CMH 6100 Minimum Grade of D and Graduate level CMH 6200 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH. Must be enrolled in one of the following Colleges: School of Medicine.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture/Lab Combination
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CMH 7140 - Social Networks and Health
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course provides an introduction to the major theories, methods, models, and findings of social network analysis research and application with attention to medical and public health topics. While not a methods course, the goal of the course is to introduce scholars to the body of research of social networks and health. The emphasis of the course will be to apply the theory of social networks to practical public health situations through engaging peer-reviewed research and class discussion.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate level CMH 620 Minimum Grade of D and Graduate level CMH 770 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH. Must be enrolled in one of the following Colleges: School of Medicine.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Seminar
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CMH 7150 - Applied Epidemiology
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course will overview advanced topics in epidemiology as they apply in public health research and applications.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate level CMH 6200 Minimum Grade of B
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Seminar
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CMH 7160 - Advanced Statistical & Epidemiology Methods Using SPSS
Credit Hour(s): 3
This class will introduce advanced statistical methods such as regression analysis applied in epidemiological research. Students will learn application of these methods using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) to do data analysis.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate level CMH 6100 Minimum Grade of D and Graduate level CMH 6200 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture/Lab Combination
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CMH 7170 - Public Health Epidemiology II
Credit Hour(s): 3
Through homework, readings, exercises and class projects, students will gain hands-on experience of epidemiologic research.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate level CMH 6100 Minimum Grade of B and Graduate level CMH 6200 Minimum Grade of B
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 7210 - Maternal and Child Health
Credit Hour(s): 3
Concentrating on women of childbearing age, pregnant women, infants, and children from birth through 21 years, this course provides an introduction to the health needs of women and children and to the delivery of services/interventions designed to meet these needs. Critical areas in maternal, infant and child health are examined from several perspectives. Students learn the biological, social, political, and economic context within which maternal and child health problems arise.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate level CMH 6200 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 7220 - Issues in Aging
Credit Hour(s): 3
Multidisciplinary approaches to the challenges and opportunities of communities and/or families faced with providing health care and social services to a growing number of older adults. Students will work in multidisciplinary teams for class projects.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Seminar
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CMH 7230 - Health Promotion with Individuals with Disabilities
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course introduces the health disparities experience by individuals and explores the unique social, physical and political needs for health promotion interventions.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate level CMH 6100 Minimum Grade of D and Graduate level CMH 6200 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 7310 - Public Health Ethics and Policy
Credit Hour(s): 3
This is a general introduction to the ethical and legal foundations underlying public health in the United Stated and internationally. The goal is to equip students with the basic conceptual tools they will need as professionals, whether they work in medicine, law, or public service. The readings offer a range of perspectives each week, and are essential background for Team-Based Learning activities and discussions. Written assignments include two short research papers and a final exam.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 7320 - Public Health Law
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course provides a general introduction to the field of public health law. The objective of the course is to provide non-lawyers with a general overview of contemporary public health laws, regulations, and court decisions, and the key issues raised thereby with regard to the protection of individual civil and economic liberties. Objectives will be accomplished via lectures, assigned readings, and team-based learning activities. Periodic writing assignments and a final exam are required.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 7410 - Community Assessment
Credit Hour(s): 3
Course is designed to provide a practical public health experience. To describe communities quantitatively, learners will create tables and descriptions using current public health and community data; they will also conduct qualitative inquiry about the nature of communities. Visual display and reporting and presentation skills will be covered. Quantitative and qualitative data are combined to give learners practical experience creating a community assessment from a variety of data sources.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate level CMH 6200 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 7420 - Health Program Planning and Evaluation
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course develops a depth of health education knowledge and skills for planning, implementing, and evaluating community health education programs. Awareness, behavioral, social, environmental, and policy type interventions will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate level CMH 6400 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 7430 - Health Awareness and Advocacy Communications
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course introduces the concepts, principles, and practices of health communications. It utilizes social/behavioral theory to develop a comprehensive, integrated plan that provides communications targeting interpersonal, community, and policy/system comm. Students will learn how to communicate risk, identify and segment target audiences, develop culturally appropriate messages and materials, social marketing and using new media, communicating with the media and policy makers, and evaluation.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate level CMH 6400 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 7510 - Strategic Leadership in Health Care Organizations
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course will introduce students to concepts, principles, and practices of strategic management in multiple health care settings. Principles of organizational behavior and culture will be examined and techniques in negotiation, leadership, and strategic analysis will be applied
Prerequisite(s): Graduate level CMH 6500 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Business - MBA, Public Health - MPH. Must be enrolled in one of the following Colleges: School of Medicine.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 7520 - Problems in Public Health
Credit Hour(s): 3
This introduces the future public health workforce to historical and contemporary public health challenges that range from the local public health jurisdiction to the theoretical integration of public health, veterinary and medical practice, including health care management systems that enable efficiency of care and delivery. It’s intended to flex with contemporary issues to accommodate real-time public health issues in the community and/ or impacting federal, state, and global health.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 7530 - Health Systems Communication
Credit Hour(s): 2
The course introduces principles and practices of communication in health systems settings. Students develop knowledge in communication styles, interpersonal relations, conflict management, grant writing, consensus building, conducting meetings, correspondence, and community communications with the media, interviews, and risk communication. Case studies are used from healthcare and other sectors. The course is presented by an interdisciplinary team of faculty and community leaders.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 7640 - Principles of Emergency Management
Credit Hour(s): 3
Course provides an understanding of the phenomena of disasters and management of disaster impacts, as well as an understanding of the emergency management system, currently in place in the US, which serves as a model for developing systems worldwide. Analysis of the National Incident Management System for disaster/crisis/consequence management will be done through case studies, lecture, and independent study that will provide insight into emergency management and the role public health plays.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 7650 - Public Health Crisis and Consequence Management
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course provides an analysis of the players involved; coordination with governmental emergency management at the local, state, tribal and federal level; legal requirements; public health disaster awareness and preparedness; disaster mitigation and response; public health business resumption considerations and public policy considerations and community outreach.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 7660 - Public Health Terrorism Preparedness
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course provides an in-depth investigation of terrorists, their targets and potential methods and the resultant implications for public health and emergency managers. This course explores terrorists and their motives, vulnerability of critical infrastructure and other civilian targets, risk assessment and interventions. This course will describe and critique local, national and international resources and initiatives in this evolving modern phenomenon.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 7710 - Global Health
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course offers an introduction to the institutional, economic, epidemiological,
ideological, and political forces in the field of global health. Social constructs of health will be reviewed, as well as how environmental factors and political decision making affect global and international health. Students will also explore “best practices” approaches to health systems both at national and global levels.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 7720 - Global Health Systems
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course provides an overview to the institutional, economic, epidemiological,
ideological, social, and political forces that shape global health systems. A health system includes all organizations, people and actions that promote, restore or maintain health. A health system incorporates efforts to influence determinants of health as well as more direct health improving activities. Students will investigate best-practices approaches to health systems both at national and global levels.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate level CMH 7710 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 7910 - Independent Study
Credit Hour(s): 1 to 3
Independent study of topics in community health.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Independent Study
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CMH 7920 - Special Topics in Public Health
Credit Hour(s): 1 to 3
This course enables students to work with faculty to address current topics in public health.
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 8100 - Critical Thinking in Public Health
Credit Hour(s): 1
This course is designed to assist students in developing the skills and knowledge needed to be successful in the MPH program. Students will meet every other week, have weekly assignments, and will write a concept paper based on a public health issue.
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Undergraduate. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CMH 8110 - Public Health Practice
Credit Hour(s): 2
This practice placement is intended to provide an intensive applied public health learning experience. Students must complete 200 hours of supervised practice in an approved public community site.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate level CMH 8100 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Undergraduate. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Practicum
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CMH 8120 - HSM Practice Placement
Credit Hour(s): 1 to 3
This practice placement will provide the student with the opportunity to engage in any area of population health, health systems, health policy, health economics and/or health finance.
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Undergraduate. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Business - MBA, Public Health - MPH. Must be enrolled in one of the following Colleges: School of Medicine.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Practicum
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CMH 8210 - Public Health Culminating Experience I
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course provides the opportunity to apply, integrate, and synthesize knowledge and experience gained throughout the MPH Program to a question or problem of public health relevance. Under supervision of a faculty advisor, students conduct an integrative writing project usually developed in the form of an applied research paper, policy analysis, community assessment, program evaluation, comprehensive case analysis, or “best practices” review. A full report is written and presented.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate level CMH 6100 Minimum Grade of D and Graduate level CMH 6200 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Undergraduate. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Independent Study
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CMH 8220 - Public Health Culminating Experience II
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course provides the opportunity to apply, integrate, and synthesize knowledge and experience gained throughout the MPH Program to a question or problem of public health relevance. Under supervision of a faculty advisor, students conduct an integrative writing project usually developed in the form of an applied research paper, policy analysis, community assessment, program evaluation, comprehensive case analysis, or “best practices” review. A full report is written and presented.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate level CMH 8210 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Undergraduate. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Independent Study
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CMH 8230 - Graduate Culminating Experience Research Credit
Credit Hour(s): 1
Continuation of Culminating experience project research carried out with faculty approval and supervision.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate level CMH 8210 Minimum Grade of D and Graduate level CMH 8220 Minimum Grade of D
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Undergraduate. Must be enrolled in one of the following Programs: Public Health - MPH.
Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Independent Study
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CSD 2870 - Community Services Development Practicum I
Credit Hour(s): 1 to 4
Application of theory and practice in Community Development/Services settings. Individual supervised learning experiences and on-site seminars under the direction of instructor and site staff.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Practicum
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CSD 3210 - Introduction to Health Care Issues
Credit Hour(s): 3
Broad functions, operations and tools of health care administration; topics such as managing in health services environments, managerial tools and techniques and managing relationships.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CSD 3220 - Legal Issues in Health Care
Credit Hour(s): 3
Legal principles covering sources of law, business, enterprises, government regulations, general health law, and managed care.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CSD 3230 - Health Care Financial Management
Credit Hour(s): 3
Financial principles and concepts in health care management organizations.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CSD 3240 - Strategic Management in Health Care Administration
Credit Hour(s): 3
Strategic planning responsibilities of administrators in the health care industry. Includes business and functional plans, performance audits, organizational culture, gap analysis, values clarification, and decision making.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CSD 3870 - Community Services Development Practicum II
Credit Hour(s): 1 to 12
Individual supervised learning experiences and on-site seminars under the direction of instructor and site staff.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate level CSD 2870 Minimum Grade of D
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Practicum
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CSD 4790 - Community Services Development Special Topics
Credit Hour(s): 1 to 4
Focused study in an area of interest in community services and development.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CST 2210 - Comparative Nonwestern Environments
Credit Hour(s): 3
Human development and the impact of globalization on patterns of land use, population, economic activity, culture, settlements, and political systems in Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Middle East. Integrated Writing course.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CST 2310 - Comparative Literature: Non-Western Literatures
Credit Hour(s): 3
Introduction to literature from the global South, including Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East, and development of critical vocabulary for the appreciation of issues relevant to the literature. Integrated Writing course.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CST 2320 - Nonwestern Religions
Credit Hour(s): 3
Introduction to the academic study of major nonWestern religious traditions of the world, examining their historical development, fundamental doctrines and beliefs, practices, institutions, and cultural expressions. Integrated Writing course.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture/Recitation Combination
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CST 2410 - Comparative Nonwestern Cultures
Credit Hour(s): 3
Introduction to basic concepts, ideas, issues and debates in cultural anthropology, using examples from Asia, Africa, Latin America, Native North America and the Middle East. Explores diverse ways in which humans relate to one another, and reveals the cultural milieus, political configurations, ways of speaking and environments which people have used to shape their world. Integrated Writing course. Credit for CST 2410 will not be given to students who have completed ATH 2500.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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CST 2420 - Comparative Nonwestern Cultures: Music
Credit Hour(s): 3
Introduction to the music and cultural diversity and uniqueness of selected areas of the globe. Study of indigenous folk music and instruments of Asia, India, Africa, North America, Central and southeast Europe. Integrated Writing course.
Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
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