| |
Religion |
| |
-
REL 203 Religious Diversity & Civic Cooperation
This course explores how we conceptualize and
create civic life together in a religiously
diverse society. We will examine how religion has
shaped social and political life in the United
States, compare different understandings of the
role of the state in a religiously diverse
society and analyze models for promoting civic
cooperation with attention to religious
diversity. This course prepares students to
communicate about religion in professional and
public contexts and to promote
cooperation in professional and public contexts
with attention to religious
diversity. Three Credits. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
REL 210 Introduction to the Hebrew Bible
This course will survey the religious ideas and theological motifs of the Hebrew Bible. Students will be introduced to critical methods of scriptural study as these relate to the origins, development, canonization and meanings of the text. The role of the Hebrew Bible in shaping the devotional, liturgical and moral lives of both Jewish and Christian people today will be considered. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
REL 211 Introduction to the New Testament
This course will survey the religious ideas and theological motifs of New Testament. Students will be introduced to critical methods of scriptural study as these relate to the origins, development, canonization and meanings of the text as a document written in the Greco-Roman world of the first century. The role of the New Testament in shaping the devotional, liturgical, and moral lives of Christian people today will be considered. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
REL 220 A Survey of Western Christianity
This course will survey a selected number of the major ideas and events in the history of the western churches from the second to the 20th century. The course content will provide familiarity with the central concepts and practices of Christian traditions as well as setting forth the ideas and practices that ground the faith of ordinary Christians through the centuries. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
REL 225 Christian Social Ethics
This course explores possible Christian responses to contemporary social problems. Topics include just war and pacifism, poverty and economic justice, sexuality (including homosexuality, abortion and sexism), euthanasia, capital punishment and racism. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
REL 251 Christian Spirituality
This course studies the beliefs, attitudes and practices by which Christians seek to cultivate their relationship with God and grow in Christian discipleship. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
REL 301 Christian Theology
This course serves as an introduction to Christian Systematic Theology and considers the purposes and methods for engaging in systematic theological reflection, the nature of God as Trinity, the person and work of Christ (Christology and Soteriology), the work of the Holy Spirit (Pneumatology), the nature and ministry of the Church (Ecclesiology) and Christian Hope (Eschatology). Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): REL 210 or REL 211
|
| |
-
REL 310 Judaism
This course examines basic Jewish beliefs, sacred texts, customs/ceremonies, Holy Days (the Jewish year), as well as the most common issues facing modern day Jews and Judaism. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
REL 311 Asian Religion and Philosophy (same as PHIL 311)
This course examines the major philosophies and religions of Asia, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism and Shinto. Particular attention will be paid to conceptions of self, nature, divinity and ethics. The course examines the ways in which these religions have influenced each other. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
REL 312 Islam
This course provides a general introduction to the origins and development of Islam, the principle teachings of the religion’s faith, practice, the Islamic legal system (the Shari’a), and the evolution of Islamic sects and intellectual movements to the 21st century. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
REL 320 Christian Education
In this course, students examine the educational ministry of the church. Some of the key topics include the teaching style of Jesus, theories of Christian education, the formation of Christian identity and conscience, theories of faith development, leadership development and practical issues related to resources, curriculum and programming. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): Any religion course focused on the Christian tradition
|
| |
-
REL 321 Church Leadership
This course provides students with a foundation for understanding the ministry of the local congregation and of the leadership issues related to ministry in that setting. It considers biblical and theological understandings of the ministry of the church and of the distinction between clerical and lay ministry. Different forms of church organization, styles of leadership and the decision-making structures in the local church considered. Each student has an opportunity to explore leadership issues of individual interest such as leadership in social or political ministry, the leadership of women, leadership in Black churches, worship leadership, etc. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
REL 330 Christianity in the United States
This course provides an introduction to the history of Christianity in the United States, considering the particular ways in which Christian faith and life have been manifest during the successive periods of U.S. history, particularly in the 18th and 19th centuries. Extended attention is typically given to the historical origins of the First Amendment’s “religion clauses,” religious nationalism in the United States, and the role of Christianity in the Civil War. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
REL 332 Christianity and the African-American Experience
This course examines the interrelationship between Christianity and the unique experience of persons of African descent in the United States. The course focuses on the impact of the slave experience on African-American religion, the development of African-American churches with particular emphasis on the African-American church as a social and political institution and the role of African-American churches in the Civil Rights and Black Power movements. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
REL 340 Religion and Ecology
This course examines and evaluates the beliefs, attitudes and practices of the major religious traditions as they pertain to human interaction with the natural world. It will help students understand the relation of religion and ecology and to become acquainted with the thought of the best thinkers in this emerging field of study. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
REL 341 Sex and Gender in Religion (same as GWST 341 )
This course examines understandings of sex and gender in religious communities, including Christian and Muslim communities, and in religious texts, including biblical and qur’anic texts, exploring the intersection of religious and social understandings of sex and gender. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
REL 342 Religion, Violence and Peace
This course explores the relationship between religion and violence, especially political violence. It involves an examination of the major world religions and their teachings on war and peace. It will also address one or more relevant topics, such as the role of religion in promoting or opposing violence and war in the history of the United States, the place of religion in the contemporary reality of terrorism and a global war on terror, the relationship between religion and violence against women, and religion in revolutionary movements around the globe. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
REL 349 Religion and Film (same as FILM 349 )
The course explores how religious beliefs and practices are embedded in films. The ways in which film interacts with ideas of the sacred, ritual and myth will be discussed and analyzed in order to think critically and creatively about religious, ethical and cultural issues. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
REL 391 Topics in Religion
Selected topics in religion for intensive reading, discussion and writing. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): Any 100- or 200-level religion course
|
| |
-
REL 401 Seminar in Religion
An intensive seminar on a current Biblical or theological topic. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): Nine credits of religion beyond the 100 level
|
| |
-
REL 421 Practicum in Ministry I
In this course, a student serves as an apprentice in ministry at a local church or agency. The course offers students an opportunity to explore, in a practical way, a particular aspect of the ministry of the church while receiving onsite and faculty supervision. Credit(s): 2 or 3 credits.
|
| |
-
REL 422 Practicum in Ministry II
A continuation of REL 421 . Credit(s): 2 or 3 credits.
Prerequisite(s): REL 421
|
| |
-
REL 451 Interdisciplinary Topics
This course is designed to make available areas of study in religion and its relation to other disciplines that are not included in the regular course offerings. It may be taken as an Independent Study. Since the content will vary, this course may be repeated once for credit. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): Nine credits in philosophy or religion above the 100 level
|
| |
-
REL 497 Interreligious Internship
The internship provide students with the
opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills
for navigating religious diversity by working
with an organization in a capacity that promotes
civic cooperation with attention to religious
diversity.The student will acquire the internship
position with approval from the instructor in
advance of final registration.Prerequisite: REL
202. One to six credits. This course may be
repeated for a maximum of six credits. Credit(s): 1-6
Prerequisite(s): REL
202
|
Research |
| |
-
RSCH 110 Information Resources for ESL Students
An introduction to the use of print and electronic information resources that are necessary for ESL student success at the college level. The course aims to acquaint those students with best practices for finding, evaluating and utilizing information in proprietary online databases, as well as utilizing Canvas, MS Office Suite and other online resources at SU. Note: This course is designed specifically for those students for whom English is a second language. Students may not take both RSCH 190 and this course for credit. Credit(s): 3
|
Respiratory Care |
| |
-
RC 305 Foundations of Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care
An in-depth study of neonatal/pediatric anatomy, physiology, growth and development; physical, radiological, laboratory and risk assessment; general principles of management of the sick neonate and child; and special considerations in neonatal/pediatric pharmacology as each applies to respiratory care of the neonatal/pediatric patient. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
RC 306 Introduction to Sleep Studies and Neurodiagnostics
The practice of respiratory care is expanding to include the diagnosing and treatment of diseases affecting patients’ sleep as well monitoring neuromuscular diseases. This is an introductory course to sleep studies and neurodiagnostics. It provides the student the opportunity to learn how various diseases affect the act of sleep and how this impacts the patient condition. This course provides the student an understanding of how neuromuscular and neurological conditions and diseases are diagnosed and monitored. Credit(s): 2
|
| |
-
RC 307 Research and Ethics
This didactic course provides a general
understanding of research and ethics, as they
apply to healthcare. The foundation needed for
students to apply research techniques throughout
the respiratory care program and to critique
research is placed. Students are introduced to
ethical theories and confidentiality as they
relate to research and patient care.
Corequisite: RC 401. Two credits. Credit(s): 2
Corequisite(s): RC 401
|
| |
-
RC 314 Patient Assessment and Simulation
This didactic course provides a general
understanding of research and ethics, as they
apply to healthcare. The foundation needed for
students to apply research techniques throughout
the respiratory care program and to critique
research is placed. Students are introduced to
ethical theories and confidentiality as they
relate to research and patient care.
Corequisite: RC 401. Two credits. Credit(s): 2
Corequisite(s): RC 401
|
| |
-
RC 318 Pulmonary Function Testing
This course focuses on the tests used to diagnose and evaluate respiratory pathophysiology and treatment. A comprehensive study of pulmonary function testing is provided, including a description of common pulmonary function tests, techniques, pathophysiology, blood gas analysis, ventilation, cardiopulmonary exercise tests, equipment and quality assurance. Other topics include metabolic measurements, pediatric pulmonary function testing, disability determination and preoperative evaluation. The student is prepared for the certification examinations for Pulmonary Function Technologist upon successful completion of this course. Credit(s): 4
|
| |
-
RC 319 Cardiac Function and Care
EKG rhythm recognition, as well as recognition of factors that affect cardiac function, are integral to the practice of respiratory care. This course provides students the opportunity to learn how various conditions affect cardiac function, how to recognize the change in cardiac function and to treat these changes. In addition, this course prepares students to obtain their credential in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Credit(s): 4
|
| |
-
RC 320 The Neonatal and Pediatric Provider
This course focuses on the methods and modalities used to evaluate respiratory pathophysiology and the treatment of the neonate and pediatric patient. A comprehensive study of neonatal and pediatric care is provided, including a description of common pulmonary diseases, techniques, pathophysiology, blood gas analysis, ventilation and cardiopulmonary function. Other topics include family education for home care and emergency procedures. The student is prepared for the Perinatal/Pediatric Specialty (NPS) credentialing exam upon successful completion of this course. Credit(s): 4
|
| |
-
RC 399 Education Practicum I
This course is designed as an introduction to clinical teaching in a respiratory care program. The course includes self-directed study in instructional and evaluation strategies and development of performance objectives. The student performs functions required of a clinical instructor in a respiratory care program. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
RC 403 Specialties and Diagnostics
This didactic course prepares the student for the
role of respiratory therapist in the diagnostic
and outpatient settings. Mastery will be
obtained through discussion of respiratory
studies used in the diagnosis, monitoring, and
treatment of respiratory conditions across the
lifespan and across all settings. Corequisites:
RC 424. Two credits. Credit(s): 2
Corequisite(s): RC 424
|
| |
-
RC 404 Chronic Cardiopulmonary Disease & Pharmacology
This course introduces the major chronic
cardiopulmonary diseases and general care
pharmacological interventions as they relate to
those chronic cardiopulmonary diseases.
Co-requisites: RC 401. Four credits. Credit(s): 4
Corequisite(s): RC 401
|
| |
-
RC 406 Acute Cardiopulmonary Disease & Pharmacology
This course completes the student’s knowledge of
pulmonary diseases by focusing on acute
cardiopulmonary diseases and their
pharmacological interventions. Co-requisites: RC
414. Four credits. Credit(s): 4
Corequisite(s): RC
414.
|
| |
-
RC 408 Mechanical Ventilation
Upon completion of this course, the student will
be able to describe the physical characteristics
of ventilators, the basic components of breath
delivery, as well as basic modes of mechanical
ventilation. Corequisites: RC 414. Three credits. Credit(s): 3
Corequisite(s): Corequisites: RC 414
|
| |
-
RC 410 Cardiorespiratory Physiology
This course is the foundation of anatomy and physiology of the heart and lungs. It begins with a comprehensive study of the respiratory system including structure and function, pulmonary mechanics, ventilation, oxygenation and acid-base balance. Other topics include cardiac cycle, hemodynamics, fetal circulation and effects of exercise. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
RC 411 General Care Therapeutics
This course serves as the basis for general
respiratory care theory and equipment.
Corequisite: RC 401. Three credits. Credit(s): 3
Corequisite(s): RC 401
|
| |
-
RC 413 Pulmonary Diseases and Treatment
This course focuses on the current pharmacological treatments for diseases of the respiratory system. A comprehensive study of the diseases, etiology and treatment modalities are the focus of this course. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
RC 414 Applied Respiratory Care I
This course involves demonstrated competencies of
respiratory care procedures and equipment from
foundational learning experiences. The clinical
aspect of this course focuses on the application
of general respiratory care knowledge and skills
acquired in previous courses. In the laboratory
aspect of this course, the emphasis is on
acquiring new skills for the acutely ill patient
to be applied in future clinical experiences.
Prerequisites: RC 401. Four credits. Credit(s): 4
Prerequisite(s): RC 401
|
| |
-
RC 415 Ethics in Practice
This course introduces the health care practitioner to common ethical issues experienced in their practice. This course covers the various theories and principles that currently provide the foundation of ethics as they relate to health care and the practitioner. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
RC 416 Emergency Preparedness
Emergency preparedness has become the responsibility of all health care providers. This course introduces the student to the many aspects of emergency preparedness on a professional and personal level. It provides the students the opportunity to learn how various conditions and situations affect their practice and personal lives. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
RC 418 Career Development
This didactic course prepares the student for the
professional role of a respiratory therapist by
discussing the process of transitioning from
student to novice respiratory therapist. An
introduction to interviewing techniques is
provided with opportunities for application in
discussion and role-playing. The student will
develop a personal professional
portfolio.Co-requisites: RC 424.Two credits. Credit(s): 2
Corequisite(s): RC 424
|
| |
-
RC 419 Healthcare Management and Education
This didactic course provides an administrative
foundation for leadership, management and
organizational structures as these concepts apply
to the health care system.Adult learning theories
are introduced to prepare students for future
roles in education. Two credits. Credit(s): 2
|
| |
-
RC 420 Scholarship in Respiratory Care
This course involves the application and
demonstration of knowledge gained throughout the
respiratory curriculum. Students are provided the
opportunity to complete an approved scholarly
activity, consistent with their personal career
goals. This course is taken in the last semester
of the respiratory care program. Two credits. Credit(s): 2
|
| |
-
RC 421 Emergency/Critical Care Therapeutics I
This course provides theories and principles on
how to implement therapies with respiratory
equipment for use with emergency and critically
ill patients, reflecting contemporary
practice.Prerequisite: RC 411. Corequisite: RC
414. Three credits. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): RC 411
Corequisite(s): RC
414
|
| |
-
RC 424 Applied Respiratory Care II
This course involves the application of
respiratory care procedures and equipment use
covered in didactic courses into the clinical
setting. The emphasis is on respiratory care for
the critically ill patient. Clinical experience
allows the student to critically think and
independently apply knowledge and skills acquired
in didactic, laboratory and clinical exposures.
Prerequisites: RC 414. Five credits. Credit(s): 5
Prerequisite(s): RC 414
|
| |
-
RC 431 Emergency/Critical Care Therapeutics II
This course provides theories and principles on
how to implement advanced therapies with
respiratory equipment for use with emergency,
trauma and critically ill patients.
Prerequisite: RC 421. Corequisite: RC 424. Three
credits.. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): RC 421
Corequisite(s): RC 424
|
| |
-
RC 434 Applied Respiratory Care III
This course involves the application of
respiratory care procedures and equipment use in
the clinical setting. The emphasis is on
respiratory care for the critically ill patient.
Specialty clinical rotations may include neonatal
intensive care, pulmonary rehabilitation,
pulmonary diagnostics, home care and sleep
medicine. Clinical experiences allow the student
to critically think and independently apply
knowledge and skills acquired in didactic,
laboratory and clinical exposures.
Prerequisites: RC 424. Five credits. Credit(s): 5
Prerequisite(s): RC 424
|
| |
-
RC 439 Education Practicum II
This course is designed to introduce the student to preparation, teaching and evaluation in the classroom. The course includes self-directed study in course development, correlation of clinical and classroom instruction, evaluation and lesson planning. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): RC 399
|
| |
-
RC 485 Selected Topics in Respiratory Care
This independent study allows students to investigate selected issues in respiratory care or health care in general under the direction of a respiratory care faculty member. Credit(s): 1 to 3
|
Service Learning |
| |
-
SRVL 401 Public Service and Not-for-profit Organizations
This course utilizes service learning as a basis for learning. It is intended to foster a sense of community involvement by undergraduate students with an emphasis on working with populations and the non-profit sector with whom the student may have had little or no interaction. Analysis of the effectiveness of the non-profit with creation of an action plan presented to leaders of the non-profit is central to this course. For each credit hour, at least 15 hours in service in the community is required. Credit(s): 1, 2 or 3
|
| |
-
SVRL 101 Leadership and Community Engagement
This course is designed to support students in their study, active engagement, and critical thinking of leadership in public service in their participation of the Summer High School Leadership by Design. Students will participate and provide service in a variety of non-profit organizations. Through discussions, exercises, interviews, debates, and readings, they will gain a greater understanding of the characteristic of outstanding leadership as well as examine their own developing leadership styles and abilities. Students will apply their findings to the community setting with the outcome of having a greater understanding of how those abilities and leadership traits can be utilized in community and public service. Students will maintain interactive reflective journals throughout the course in order to evaluate their own learning. As students engage in this interactive process, they will monitor the progression of their own growth. This course may be repeated for credit, for a total of six credits. Credit(s): 3
|
Sociology |
| |
-
SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology
Designed to acquaint the student with the general field of sociology, the course surveys sociological concepts, processes and mechanisms of group behavior, the community and its structure, social organization and interaction and culture and personality. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
SOC 210 Social Problems
An analysis of the major social issues, such as healthcare, poverty, the environment, technology, family, confronting groups and individuals. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
SOC 251 Marriage and the Family
A course designed to give the student a realistic and comprehensive view of marriage and parenthood. Topics covered include courtship, marriage systems, parent education and family crises. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
SOC 295 Topics in Society and Culture
Investigation of specific topics or issues in society and culture. Topic focus is preceded by a short course on the basics of human behavior from the sociological perspective. May be repeated for credit when the topic changes. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
SOC 310 Community Service
Sociology student working in community service to put thoughts into action. Credit(s): 1
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing as a Sociology major
|
| |
-
SOC 312 Social Class and Inequality
An examination of the objective and subjective dimensions of inequality in America including class, race, ethnicity and gender. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101
|
| |
-
SOC 313 Social Interaction
Theoretical and empirical analysis of the relationship between the individual and society with particular emphasis on the formation of self. Emphasis on symbolic interactionism. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
SOC 315 Gender Issues
This research-based course examines a number of topics related to sex differences and sex equity. Emphasis placed on historical and contemporary American perspectives. Focus placed on the following topics: biological/ genetic theories, socialization, work, family/relationships, literature and media, religion, cognition, aggression, legal issues and sociological and psychological theories. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
SOC 332 Medical Sociology
This course is a survey of the current issues in health and health care in the United States with an emphasis on the social construction of health and illness and on the structural provision of health care. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
SOC 334 Childhood and Society
The sociology of childhood. A study of society’s commitment to children including the role of social institutions that affect childhood experiences. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
SOC 336 Political Sociology
This course is a study of political organizations, leadership, participation and action in America. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101
|
| |
-
SOC 350 Research Methods for the Social Sciences
Systematic survey of research strategies used in the social sciences with an emphasis on the practical applications of research techniques. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): MATH 207 or comparable course
|
| |
-
SOC 360 Social Theory
Review of classical and contemporary schools of sociological theory. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
SOC 395 Topics
Investigation of specific topics or issues in society and culture. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 and junior standing May be repeated for credit when the topic changes
|
| |
-
SOC 401 Internship
Internship in the field of sociology. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing as a Sociology major, 25 GPA and permission of the instructor
|
| |
-
SOC 415 Sociology of Religion
A study, using social science methods, of religion as a social institution in America. The focus is the role of religion in society including established religions, tele-evangelism, new religious movements, as well as the process of secularization. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101
|
| |
-
SOC 431 Social Movements and Extremism
Effectively organized social movements in America can lead to extensive social change. This course is a survey of the development and effect of non-institutional groups, with an emphasis on religions, cults and extremist political groups in America. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101
|
| |
-
SOC 441 Deviant Behavior
Definitions, theories, analysis, and social responses to various forms of deviance in American society. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): Six hours of Sociology including SOC 101
|
| |
-
SOC 451 Violence and Victims
Examination of the role of violence in society. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): Six hours in Sociology including SOC 101
|
| |
-
SOC 475 Sociology Senior Seminar
An integration of the substantive areas of sociology using the sociological perspective. Emphasis on contemporary social issues, the applications of sociology and the critical analysis of our social world. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing as a Sociology major
|
Spanish |
| |
-
SPAN 101 Beginning Spanish I
An introductory course for students with little or no previous Spanish. Students will acquire basic skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing with particular emphasis on conversation. Students learn to function in the language within a limited context of vocabulary and structure. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
SPAN 102 Beginning Spanish II
For students with one semester of college Spanish or one to two years of high school Spanish. Students will develop basic skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with particular emphasis on conversation. Students will increase vocabulary, improve comprehension and fluency, learn to narrate past events, and use more complex structures. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 101 or SPAN 111
|
| |
-
SPAN 111 Beginning Spanish for Health Care Practitioners
An introductory course for students with little or no previous Spanish. Students will acquire basic skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing with particular emphasis on conversation in health care settings and medical vocabulary. Students learn to function in the language within a limited context of vocabulary and structure. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
SPAN 112 Beginning Spanish II for Health Care Practitioners
A basic skills course for students with one semester of college Spanish or one to two years of high school Spanish. Students will acquire basic skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing with particular emphasis on conversation in health care settings and medical vocabulary. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 101 or SPAN 111 or equivalent competency
|
| |
-
SPAN 201 Intermediate Spanish I
For students with two semesters of college Spanish or two to three years of high school Spanish. Students will increase vocabulary, improve comprehension and fluency, and will be able to carry out all basic language functions. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 102 or SPAN-112 or equivalent
|
| |
-
SPAN 202 Intermediate Spanish II
For students with three semesters of college Spanish or three to four years of high school Spanish. Students will increase vocabulary and improve comprehension and fluency. By the end of the course, students will have been exposed to essentially all of the structure of the language and will be able to follow a conversation between native speakers at normal speed. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 201
|
| |
-
SPAN 295 Topics
Study of specific topics, issues or themes within the field of Spanish. Credit(s): 3
|
| |
-
SPAN 300 Making Sense: Exploring the World Through Spanish
Through the exploration of contemporary issues, students will reflect on the world around them as well as their own experiences while strengthening their understanding and mastery of the structure of the language. This course serves as preparation for upper-division Spanish classes. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 202 or equivalent placement test score
|
| |
-
SPAN 302 Spanish Composition
Development of written expression, with emphasis on expansion of vocabulary and attention to grammatical correctness. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 202 or equivalent
|
| |
-
SPAN 305 Spanish for the Professions
This course prepares students for successful communication in the Spanish-speaking professional world by developing oral proficiency, cross-cultural understanding, critical thinking and accuracy in oral and written communication. The course assists students in moving beyond everyday vocabulary to terminology used in the Healthcare, Law Enforcement, Education, Business and Social Service Fields. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 202 or equivalent
|
| |
-
SPAN 306 Spanish for Healthcare Professionals
This course combines intermediate-high to advanced Spanish language instruction, focused on medical terminology, with the study of cultural norms in order to facilitate interaction between healthcare providers and their Spanish-speaking patients and families. Of primary concern is the real-life application of conversation and fostering of cultural knowledge and sensitivity. Appropriate for students preparing for clinical practice, nursing, social work or mental health settings. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 202 or equivalent
|
| |
-
SPAN 307 Readings in Chicana/o Literature and Culture
This course examines the major literary works and themes throughout the development of the cultural experience formed from the conflict and confluence of U.S. American and Spanish American cultures - U.S. Latino culture. As such, it covers the major literary genres in U.S. Latino/a literature: the essay, epic poetry, lyric poetry, the short story, novel and drama, as well as folk literature. Issues of ethnicity, gender, race and sexual orientation will be analyzed at length from a critical thinking perspective in order to gain an insight into the role of this literature as part of the United States’ multicultural literary canon. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 300 or SPAN 302
|
| |
-
SPAN 308 Spanish Cinema
This course focuses on Spanish film and culture from 1929 to the present. Through the critical analysis of prominent Spanish films produced in the 20th and 21st centuries, students will examine notions related to the complex formation process of individual and national identity, paying special attention to cultural and political contexts. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 300 or SPAN 302
|
| |
-
SPAN 309 Latin American Cinema
This course explores films from various regions of Latin America and the diverse social, political and historical contexts they depict. The course also introduces essential concepts related to film studies and develops the student’s critical analysis of film by means of written and spoken expression in Spanish. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 300 or SPAN 302
|
| |
-
SPAN 311 Spanish Civilization and Culture
Students study the history, civilization and culture of Spain through extensive readings, videos, writing and class discussion. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 202 or equivalent
|
| |
-
SPAN 312 Latin American Civilization and Culture
This course focuses on the history and culture of Latin America from the Encounter to the present day. The course is taught in Spanish. Students seeking to fulfill their Spanish degree requirements must take SPAN 312. Students will not earn credit for both HIST 312 (English version) and SPAN 312. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 202 or equivalent
|
| |
-
SPAN 330 Introduction to Spanish Linguistics
Study of syntactical, morphological and phonological structure of Spanish and the evolution of the Spanish language from Latin. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 302 or equivalent
|
| |
-
SPAN 391 Internship in Spanish
A regularly scheduled and supervised weekly activity in connection with a community or volunteer organization, a health facility or a public or private school in which the student is speaking and/or writing Spanish. Credit(s): 1
Prerequisite(s): Spanish placement at 300-level or higher and permission of instructor
|
| |
-
SPAN 392 Internship in Spanish
A regularly scheduled and supervised weekly activity in connection with a community or volunteer organization, a health facility or a public or private school in which the student is speaking and/or writing Spanish. Credit(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): Spanish placement at 300-level or higher and permission of instructor
|
| |
-
SPAN 393 Internship in Spanish
A regularly scheduled and supervised weekly activity in connection with a community or volunteer organization, a health facility or a public or private school in which the student is speaking and/or writing Spanish. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): Spanish placement at 300-level or higher and permission of instructor
|
| |
-
SPAN 403 Topics
Topics dealing with language, literature, culture or pedagogy. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): 300-level Spanish course
|
| |
-
SPAN 411 Advanced Oral Spanish
Development of vocabulary, improvement of aural comprehension and strengthening of conversational skills. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 301 and SPAN 302 or equivalent
|
| |
-
SPAN 412 Advanced Written Spanish
Development of composition skills, with emphasis on acquiring a natural style in Spanish that is free from English influence. Includes study of model essays in Spanish and weekly guided and original compositions. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 302 or equivalent
|
| |
-
SPAN 416 The Southern Cone
Topics dealing with the geography, history, and culture of the countries of South America’s Southern Cone: Argentina, Chile, Uruguay and Paraguay. There will be an overview of the art, literature (prose and poetry) and film. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 302
|
| |
-
SPAN 417 Andean Literature and Culture
This is a survey course that explores the diverse literary, artistic and cultural traditions of countries from the Andean region, specifically Peru, Ecuador and Bolivia. Texts include both primary and secondary sources: short stories, essays and novels from the 19th century to present, in addition to journalistic articles and full-length films. All readings, assignments and class discussion are conducted in Spanish. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 300 or SPAN 302
|
| |
-
SPAN 420 Spanish Literature Through Popular Culture
This course treats the major movements in the literature of Spain from the Spanish Middle Ages until the present. Students are exposed to the major genres (poetry, narrative, essay and theater) through extensive readings and will become familiar with the greatest writers of Spanish literature. Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 300 or equivalent
|
| |
Page: 1 <- 3
| 4
| 5
| 6
| 7
| 8
| 9
| 10
| 11
| 12
| 13
|
Print this Page