May 02, 2024

2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog

2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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	GEOG 3300 - Climatology (3) An analysis of weather and climatic elements with a strong emphasis on energy budget systems and climate regimes of the world. Consideration is given to understanding the variation of climates from region to region and the reciprocal relationship between climates and other primary elements of the natural environment. Particular emphasis is placed on instrumentation and interpretation of weather maps during the laboratory sessions. (Two lecture and two laboratory hours per week) Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 3320 - Cartography (4) An introductory course on the nature and use of maps, the construction of map projections and their uses, and the preparation and use of maps for various types of analysis. (Two lecture and four laboratory hours per week) Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 3400 - Geography of the West Indies and Environs (3) A study of the cultural geography of the West Indies. However, Mexico, Central America, the Bahamas, the islands adjacent to Mexico and Central America, and the Dutch islands of Aruba, and Curacao are also given considerable attention. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 3420 - Aerial Photo Interpretation (3) An examination of the numerous skills necessary to interpret aerial photos as related to the field of geography. It covers the art and science of recognizing natural and cultural features, subtle as well as obvious, on the earth’s surface. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 3430 - Principles of Remote Sensing (3) An analysis of remotely sensed environmental data. The principal topics will include data collection, instrumentation, processing, and analysis of digitized information obtained from Landsat and varied platform mounted sensors. Applications in remote sensing will include crop inventory, forest cover mapping, water resources, geology, and other land resource topics. (Departmental permission required) Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 3435 - Geographic Information Systems (3) A survey of the use of geographic information systems (GIS) to analyze spatially oriented data. Geographic information systems provide a means to integrate selected layers of spatial data into a composite for visual display or analytic modeling. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 3500 - Population Geography (3) An analysis of the spatial patterns of population size, density, distribution, and composition. It also examines the causes and consequences that the population explosion has had upon the total cultural landscape for selected developed and underdeveloped countries. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 3510 - Urban Public Transportation Systems (3) Analysis of transportation networks in populated regions is presented in a clear and technical manner. Principles reviewed in this class are used by the local, regional, and national transportation agencies. Students develop marketable skills directly transferable to the workforce. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 3600 - Geography of Hip-Hop (3) The Geography of Hip-Hop will present the history of hip-hop while exploring the various geographic elements pertaining to its worldwide impact and examine the major economic, social and cultural spatial variations that exist within the industry and lifestyle. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 4010 - Applied Geographic Information Systems (3) Prerequisites: GEOG 3435 . This is an advanced class where working knowledge of GIS and GIS software is required. Advance GIS concepts (such as data storage, analyses, and model building) will be covered. Students are required to be familiar with basic concepts (map scale, projections, shapefiles, spatial operations, and vector and raster data). As this is an applied course, the focal point of this class is a term project. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 4020 - Computer Cartography (3) Prerequisites: GEOG 3320 . A review of the use of computer hardware and software in cartography. Special attention is focused on the digitizing, plotting, and pattern generation of selected data bases which are utilized in the spatial analysis of geographic problems. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 4030 - Geohazards Analysis with GIS (3) Prerequisites: GEOG 2020 or GEOG 3435 , and GEOG 2100 or GEOG 2120 or GEOG 2350 . Study of earth systems concepts and processes, causes of natural disasters, and basics of risk assessment. Laboratory sessions will permit students to analyze real data using GIS applications to evaluate risk, make assessments and recommendations, and test their newly acquired knowledge. It is designed to benefit earth science upperclassmen and graduate students as well as other majors that are interested in geohazards. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 4110 - Quantitative Techniques in Geography (3) An introduction to the research process in solving problems in geography through statistical methods. Emphasis is placed on basic techniques used in collecting, analyzing, and presenting research data in the field of geography. Students will be exposed to research tools used in the behavioral and natural sciences. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 4120 - Advanced Cartography (3) Prerequisites: GEOG 3320 . Focuses on the problems of map making, production, and reproduction of non-topographic maps. Development of new methods of map making, such as the use of computer mapping is also a major course objective. Another objective is the representation of cultural features at different scales and for different purposes. (Two lecture and two laboratory hours per week) Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 4130 - Geospatial Statistics (3) Prerequisites: GEOG 2020 , GEOG 3435 or equivalent. Geospatial statistics provides methods and techniques that permit investigators to create models of spatial phenomena by creating surfaces that can be visualized and analyzed to aid in the interpretation of cultural and environmental interaction. Exploratory spatial data analysis, structural analysis of surface properties of nearby locations, and surface prediction and assessment of modeling results will be covered in this course. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 4220 - Conservation of Natural Resources (3) A study of the conservation of soil, water, wildlife, forest, mineral, and energy resources in the United States and North Carolina. Emphasis is placed on practices employed to assess and conserve natural resources. Attention is given to human impacts on the environment associated with the use of natural resources. The approach is through the interaction between people, power, production, and pollution in places. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 4230 - Minerals, Energy and Environment (3) Prerequisites: Sophomore standing or higher. A study of the accessibility of mineral and energy resources to population centers. The impacts of extracting and using mineral and energy resources on natural environments are examined. Conservation methods and planning strategies are analyzed. Particular attention is given to non-traditional energy sources as a means of pollution abatement. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 4310 - Geography of Africa (3) A survey of geographical facts and common myths associated with African history and development. Strong emphasis is placed on climates, physiographic, natural resources, and social conditions in Africa. Occasionally, a comparative analysis is made between North America and Africa. Selected countries are discussed in detail. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 4320 - Seminar in Cartographic Research (3) Prerequisites: GEOG 3320 . An investigation and application of specific topics in cartography. Some of the topics include map projections, mental mapping, generalization in large- and small-scale maps, computer graphics, three-dimensional mapping, and military mapping systems. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 4500 - Social Geography (3) An analysis of the spatial and social processes that act in concert to bring about present-day social structures. In addition, this course will attempt to shed light on many of the social ills of the spatial and social environment. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 4600 - Urban Geography (3) A study of the city as a geographic unit. Emphasis is placed on urban functions and structure with particular reference to the growth, arrangement, and planning of commercial, industrial, and residential districts. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 4840 - Geography of Asia (3) A survey of the physical and human geography of China, Japan, Russia, southeast Asia, South Asia, and Southwest Asia (Mideast). Emphasis is placed on population patterns, agricultural organizations and production, natural resource bases, industrial development, and the political relationships between nation-states. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 4900 - Seminar in Geography (3) Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing or permission of the department. Research tools on specific geographical topics will be emphasized. Students are required to make reports on recent developments in geography. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 4920 - Theory and Methodology (3) A survey of the history of the discipline of geography and the wide-ranging themes that define geography today. Major topics include: the development of geography American education, themes and traditions in the geosciences, human-environment relationships, regions, spatial interaction and mapping, location theory, geospatial data analysis, geospatial research methods, and field techniques. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 4950 - Field Mapping (3) Designed to expose upper-level DEEGS students to practical skills and techniques necessary to be successful in today’s competitive workforce and graduate school. Students will engage in geography field research using GIS as the primary tool to address a problem that students will encounter in their further professional and/or academic careers. Students will complete a semester long project in which they must produce a map from scratch using a variety of data development and analysis techniques learned in this class and its prerequisites. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 4980 - Independent Study (3) Prerequisites: Departmental approval. An advanced course designed to help students gain depth in selected areas of geography. This is achieved by giving students the opportunity to become familiar with geographical literature, to read selected topics independently, and to give oral and written reports on his or her readings. The courses will involve the principles of research and scientific analysis. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GEOG 4990 - Independent Study (3) Prerequisites: Departmental approval. An advanced course designed to help students gain depth in selected areas of geography. This is achieved by giving students the opportunity to become familiar with geographical literature, to read selected topics independently, and to give oral and written reports on his or her readings. The courses will involve the principles of research and scientific analysis. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GERM 1191 - Elementary German I (3) An introduction to the basics of the German language. This course provides an introduction to the language and cultures of the German-speaking world. Students develop basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills necessary to communicate about self, family and daily life, as well as basic survival needs. Students also explore cultural and subcultural aspects of the German-speaking world. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GERM 1192 - Elementary German II (3) Prerequisites: GERM 1191 or the equivalent. Students expand knowledge of grammar and syntax and continue to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills necessary to communicate about self, family, and daily life, as well as abstract concepts such as feelings and emotions. Exposure to cultural and subcultural aspects of the German-speaking world is expanded. This course will prepare students for intermediate-level German courses and satisfies the NCCU Foreign Language Requirement. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GERM 2010 - Masterpieces of German Literature in English Translation (3) A survey of the masterpieces of German literature in English translation. Includes text and cinematic materials. Conducted in English. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GERM 2101 - Applied German (3) Prerequisites: GERM 1192 or the equivalent. Extension and application of skills to materials individualized to match students’ major fields of study. Preliminary study of requisite grammar and resource tools leads to an individualized examination of authentic texts from business, the natural sciences, the social sciences, the arts, or humanities. Also open to graduate students seeking practical refresher course. Successful completion of the course fulfills the graduate foreign language requirement. Conducted in German. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GERM 2102 - Conversational German (3) Prerequisites: GERM 1192 or the equivalent. A continuation of the development of the five basic language skills with an emphasis on listening comprehension and speaking. Continued vocabulary building; use of authentic spoken and visual materials as starting points for extended verbal interchange on topics of personal expression and use in daily life. Conducted in German. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GERM 2103 - Grammar and Composition (3) Prerequisites: GERM 1192 or the equivalent. A continuation of the development of the five basic language skills with an emphasis on writing for specific purposes. Continued vocabulary building; review, extension, and application of structural and grammatical elements into connected writing. Conducted in German. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GERM 2104 - Introduction to German Civilization (3) Prerequisites: GERM 1192 or the equivalent. A survey of the major political, economic, social, and artistic developments in Germany from tribal beginnings to 1945. Major topics include Norse mythology and pre- Christian values, church and state conflict, Gothic and Baroque styles, the Reformation, industrialization, and the rise of nationalism. Readings, discussion, and some composition in German. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GERM 2105 - Introduction to German Literature (3) Prerequisites: GERM 1192 or the equivalent. A guided reading of samples and excerpts from literary texts illustrating the broad variety, periods, and movements in German literature. Introduces general definitions, concepts, and modes of approach to literary study. Readings, discussion, and some composition in German. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GERM 2106 - Contemporary Germany (3) An investigation of Post-War Germany designed to provide students from any field with an understanding of the dynamics of modern day Germany. Topics range from the Nazi legacy and consequences of the war to the economic miracle, the political division and reunification, the status of women, the educational system, artistic developments, religious life, daily customs and attitudes, the persistence of racism, and Germany in the new world order. Conducted in English. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GERM 3080 - Syntax and Composition (3) Prerequisites: GERM 2103 or the equivalent. Progressive development of writing skills. Stress on fundamental, functional grammatical, syntactical, and lexical concepts. Integration of writing and other skills. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GERM 3100 - Oral and Written Expression I (3) Prerequisites: GERM 2102 or Permission of Department. Practical speaking and listening development. Emphasis on broadened vocabulary, use of idioms, and communication strategies in both connected spoken and written expression. Conducted in German. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GERM 4110 - Advanced Grammar and Composition (3) Prerequisites: GERM 2103 or permission of Department. Integration of the formal aspects of language within the context of written expression. Diverse writing assignments. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GERM 4210 - Survey of German Literature (3) Prerequisites: GERM 2105 or permission of Department. A survey of the types, periods, and major movements of German literature. Readings, discussion, and composition in German. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GERM 4230 - Special Topics (3) Prerequisites: GERM 2104 or GERM 2105 or GERM 2106 or permission of Department. A focused study on a topic or theme related to German literature and/or culture. May be taken two times for credit each time. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GERM 4700 - Study Abroad Programs (Variable credit) Courses completed with a program or university in a German-speaking country. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	GERM 4900 - Independent Study (3) Prerequisites: Permission of Department. Individual work under the direction of a faculty member who reviews and approves the topic of study and determines the means of evaluation. May be taken two times for credit each time. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 1000 - Introduction to Hospitality Management (3) A survey of the hotel, restaurant, and tourism industries; their history, problems, general operating procedures, management functions, service excellence, and business protocol. Executives from the hospitality industry sectors will be featured. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 1200 - Introduction to Travel and Tourism (3) This course provides a basic understanding of domestic and international trends in travel and tourism to include: the terminology, demographics, historical, economic, social-cultural, and environmental trends related to tourism management and sustainable development. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 2100 - Hospitality Lodging Management (3) Prerequisites: HADM 1000 An overview of the functions and operations of departments in various lodging facilities to include front office operations and guest services, housekeeping, accounting systems, and night audit. Personnel issues and regulations related to the provision of quality services will be examined and analyzed. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 3040 - Event Planning and Management (3) This course provides students with the concepts and logistics of event planning and management. The course entails: marketing, planning costing, executing, and evaluating of events. Students are required to complete and or assist with a major event. Must pass Event Certification to receive credit. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 3050 - Introduction to Gaming (3) This course explores the history of the gaming industry and functions of casinos in relation to lodging facilities, restaurants, and resorts. This course also provides an overview of legal, social, and economical issues throughout the United States and abroad. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 3060 - Eco and Cultural Tourism (3) This course is a study of purposeful travel and tourism natural habitats to create an understanding of the cultural and natural history pertaining to the environment. The course emphasizes not altering the ecosystem while producing economic benefits to local people and governments that encourage the preservation of the inherent resources of the environments locally and elsewhere. Heritage and cultural tourism sites in North Carolina will be explored. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 3070 - Resort and Recreational Management (3) This course provides a comprehensive approach to the operations of resort and recreational properties to include: the historical aspects, planning, financial investment management, and marketing that deals with the unique nature of the business. The course also addresses the future and impact of condominiums, vacation clubs, technological changes, and the increased cost of energy and transportation status. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 3100 - Cost Control for Hospitality Operations (3) Prerequisites: HADM 1000 , HADM 2100 , ACCT 2400 This course will focus on the principles of food, beverage, and labor cost controls with emphasis on cost and sales concepts, cost/volume/profit relationship, food purchasing control, labor scheduling, food receiving controls, food sales, production controls, procurement, beverage controls, variance analysis, and establishing performance standards. This is a certification course by the National Restaurant Association. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 3300 - Advanced Lodging and Hotel Analytics (3) Prerequisites: HADM 2100 . This course provides opportunity for students to operate a large hotel obtaining certification of hotel industry analytics (CHIA). This is the only hotel-related certification for university students graduating from hospitality and tourism programs throughout the world. HADM 3410 - Convention and Event Management ( 3 ) HADM 3500 - Food Production and Service Management ( 3 ) HADM 3700 - Hospitality Leadership ( 3 ) HADM 1000 - This course focuses on leadership theory and application. It gives insight phenomena of leadership and integrates recent research and applications on subjects impacting the hospitality and tourism industry. Packed with interesting examples of real world leadership, the student will develop an understanding of theory while acquiring the necessary skills and insights to become effective leaders. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. This course satisfies 500 hours of the 1000 hours of work experience required for graduation. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. HADM 4910 - Menu Management and Design ( 3 ) HADM 4920 - Managed Services ( 3 ) Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 3410 - Convention and Event Management (3) This course introduces organization, arrangement, and operation of conventions, trade shows, professional meetings, and food functions. Emphasis is placed on the methods of marketing, selling, and servicing conventions and trade shows, and the division of administrative responsibilities in their operation. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 3500 - Food Production and Service Management (3) Prerequisites: HADM 3100 and ServSafe Certification The course will focus on food service systems, including menu management, purchasing, and production applied to an operating environment. Laboratory includes demonstration of basic food production techniques, culinary, and management principles. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. (One-hour lecture and three hours laboratory) Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 3700 - Hospitality Leadership (3) Prerequisites: HADM 1000 This course focuses on leadership theory and application. It gives insight in the phenomena of leadership and integrates recent research and applications on subjects impacting the hospitality and tourism industry. Packed with interesting examples of real world leadership, the student will develop an understanding of theory while acquiring the necessary skills and insights to become effective leaders. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 3750 - Hospitality Facilities Management (3) Prerequisites: HADM 1000 This course introduces students to concept of design, branding, basic engineering and building codes, in relation to hospitality facilities. Students are also introduced to concepts and strategies for securing financial resources. Students are required to complete a facilities design project encompassing design, site appraisal, market research, and budgetary concerns. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 3800 - Hospitality Human Resources Management (3) Prerequisites: HADM 1000 . The study of organizational behavior, selection and placement of personnel, supervision, performance appraisal, wage and salary administration, unionism, employee motivation, communication, and training pertaining to the establishment of an effective employee relations program. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 4010 - Entrepreneurship in Hospitality and Tourism (3) This course introduces students to the basic principles of entrepreneurship and franchising opportunities in the hospitality and tourism industry. Emphasis will be on selecting a franchise or development of a start-up business. Various franchised hospitality businesses will be analyzed for marketing effectiveness and financial performance. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 4200 - Hospitality Marketing (3) Prerequisites: ECON 2100 .All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. An overview of service marketing as applied to the hospitality industry, including but not limited to: unique attributes of service marketing, consumer orientation, understanding consumers and consumer behavior, market segmentation principles, target marketing, product planning, promotion planning, market research, and competitor analysis. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 4300 - Hospitality Law and Ethics (2) Prerequisites: HADM 1000 or Junior Status. A study of the laws and ethical considerations applicable to the operation of lodging, food service, travel and tourism, and recreation/entertainment enterprises. Emphasis is placed on federal and state regulations, historical and current practices, safety and security, risk management, loss prevention, torts, and contracts. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 4400 - Hospitality Financial Management (3) Prerequisites: HADM 1000 and ACCT 2400 . This course addresses the generation and analysis of quantitative information for planning, control, and decision making in hospitality enterprises. Financial reports will be examined as tools for analyzing past performance, future projects, and day-to-day decision-making. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 4500 - Advance Food Production and Service Management (3) Prerequisites: HADM 3500 This course is a continuation of HADM 3500 - Food Production and Service Management (3) . Practical experience is provided in food purchasing and preparation of large quantities of food. Emphasis is placed on major menu categories, food equipment, luncheon-style restaurant service, sanitation, and maintenance. ( One hour lecture 3 hours laboratory) (One hour lecture 3 hours laboratory) Summary of Changes. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. (One hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory) Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 4600 - Advance Hospitality Management (3) Prerequisites: HADM 4200 ,HADM 4400 A capstone course focusing on the application of strategic management, managerial, leadership, and operational concepts. Students work in groups to engage in problem solving while building their teamwork skills. A seminar is presented as the final product.(Senior status and permission of the instructor.) All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 4800 - Senior Living Management Capstone (3) Prerequisites: HADM 3800 , HADM 4200 , HADM 4400 , HADM 3700 , or HRM 3510 , FCSC 3300 This course provides a survey of the senior living communities,with special issues in finance, marketing, law, operation and risk management/safety. The course examines the histories, problems, general operating procedures, and management functions consistent with the senior community management. Throughout the semester,special attention will be given to Continuing Care Retirement Communities in which residents enter living independently, and are assured continued residency through later life stages that might require assisted care and skill nursing. Executives from the local continuing care communities will be featured. This course will integrate further their hospitality education as it applies in senior living community. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 4850 - Senior Living Management Capstone (3) Prerequisites: HADM 3800 ,HEDU 4200 ,HADM 4400 ,HADM 4200 ,HADM 3700 or HRM 3510 FCSC 3300 This course provides a survey of the senior living communities, with special issues in finance, marketing, law, operation and risk management/safety. The course examines the histories, problems, general operating procedures, and management functions consistent with the senior community management. Throughout the semester, special attention will be given to Continuing Care Retirement Communities in which residents enter living independently, and are assured continued residency through later life stages that might require assisted care and skill nursing. Executives from the local continuing care communities will be featured. This course will integrate further their hospitality education as it applies in senior living community. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 4900 - Hospitality and Tourism Internship (3) Prerequisites: HADM 1000 , and 500 Hours of Hospitality and Tourism Industry Experience. This course provides the student with supervised managerial work experience in lodging, travel and tourism, food service, and/or recreation and entertainment. Participation in a monthly seminar, submission of biweekly case studies, internship reports and a portfolio are mandatory. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 4910 - Menu Management and Design (3) Prerequisites: HADM 3000 , HADM 3100 , HADM 3500 . This course provides the principles essential to menu planning, catering, production, and service. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HADM 4920 - Managed Services (3) Prerequisites: HADM 4600 , HADM 3750 , HADM 4910 . This course will provide a comprehensive understanding of on-site contract food service, menu layout/design and analysis, and menu adjustments in a food service marketing context. Students must pass certification in order to receive a grade in this course segment including the rationale for outsourcing and the need for entrepreneurship relevant to both the client-based organization and the managed-service provider. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 1531 - Health (2) An introductory study of personal health promotion and disease prevention with an emphasis on changing behaviors from those that threaten our health to those that will promote lifelong wellness. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 1551 - Health & Physical Fitness ( Early College) (3) This course will emphasize concepts related to the development of fitness, and motor skill. Knowledge and directed practices will be used to improve fitness concepts and to develop motor skills and a comprehensive understanding of the dimensions of health. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 1600 - Peer Education and Advocacy (2) This course is designed to teach participants the basic concepts of peer education and advocacy. Peer educators will learn to educate peers on specific steps to take in order to protect themselves from HIV and sexually transmitted infections, unwanted pregnancy, and negative consequences of alcohol and drug use, abuse and misuse. Additionally, peer educators will learn how to effectively advocate for women and LGBT students in order to reduce the incidence of campus interpersonal violence and homophobia. Students will explore the relationships between HIV/STI, substance use and interpersonal violence. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 2000 - Introduction to Health Education (3) The basic philosophy, principles, and content of health education are discussed as background for suggested solutions to health problems. In addition, students are expected to learn the seven major roles and responsibilities of a health educator and gain an understanding of the practice of health education in a variety of work settings. (One lecture and two laboratory hours per week.) Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 2100 - Community Health (3) This course focuses on concepts of community health, factors influencing community health, and community resources for prevention and elimination of community health problems. Special emphasis is placed on citizens’ responsibilities and participation at the local, state, national, and international levels. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 2200 - Health Behavior for Effective Living (3) A survey of essential knowledge and practices for personal and community health. Emphasis is placed on emotional well-being, positive health behavior, health risk factors, certain environmental health concerns, and certain organizational resources for public health. Expressed interests and needs of students will also be of vital concern. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 2400 - Methods and Applications of Group Leadership for Health Personnel (3) This course focuses on the health professional’s role in working with community groups. Emphasis will be placed on developing skills such as interpersonal communication, diagnosing group difficulties, and intervening to increase the effectiveness of working groups. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 3000 - Introduction to Technical Writing for Public Health (WI) (3) Prerequisites: ENG 1210 , HEDU 3210 , and HEDU 3400 or permission of the instructor This course is a study of the tools and techniques of technical writing with individualized assignments pertaining to public health. Emphasis will be placed on writing job-seeking materials (e.g., resumes, cover letters, and personal statements) and professional documents (literature reviews, abstracts, and slide presentations). In this class, students gain experience writing a variety of documents common to public health but also many other academic disciplines and careers. Students receive practice using a handbook and other resources for writing models and advice to improve their professional writing. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 3100 - Environmental Health (3) Prerequisites: BIOL 1300 , BIOL 1610 , BIOL 1620 , HEDU 2100 or permission of the instructor. This course is designed to provide a general knowledge of principles of environmental health science and their application in the management of certain risks in the environment. Attention is given to the role of community resources, including health education, in the promotion of environmental health. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 3200 - Communicable and Chronic Health (3) Prerequisites: BIOL 1300 BIOL 1610 BIOL 1620 or Permission of instructor This course is designed to provide a concise overview of selected human diseases. The course focuses on the concept of health and illness, knowledge of risk factors, etiology and pathogenesis of selected diseases, public health approaches and prevention strategies. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 3210 - Foundations of Public Health (3) Prerequisites: HEDU 2000 , HEDU 2100 , HEDU 2200 , HEDU 2400 , HEDU 3400 co-requisite or permission of the instructor. A study of the philosophy, principles, and practices of public health. Topics include the history of public health, the organization of public health at local, state, and federal levels, the determinants of health and illness with a special focus on racial/ethnic disparities in health and efforts to reform the U.S. health care system. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 3220 - Introduction to Global Health (3) This course will provide an introduction to the critical issues currently facing global health, including trends in the distribution of disease and mortality, the determinants of global health outcomes, and cross-cutting issues such as culture, education, ethics, human rights and women’s health. Student will develop entry level global health competencies and knowledge. They will explore major global health concepts and compare it with health competencies and knowledge. They will explore major global health concepts and compare it with health challenges inside and outside of the United States. Emphasis will be placed on the most pressing concerns, paying particular attention to the health of developing countries and the health needs of poor and vulnerable populations in low resource communities. Students will examine conditions between high wealth and low/moderate wealth countries which facilitate and hinder good health outcomes. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 3230 - Communicable and Chronic Diseases (3) Prerequisites: BIOL 1300 , BIOL 1610 , BIOL 1620 , or permission of the instructor. This course is designed to provide a concise overview of selected human diseases. The course focuses on the concept of health and illness, knowledge of risk factors, etiology and pathogenesis of selected diseases, public health approaches, and prevention strategies. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 3300 - Human Sexuality (2) This course provides a broad overview of biological, social, and emotional dimensions of sexuality. It will examine sex roles of men and women in the United States with special emphasis on fostering understanding and tolerance of changing patterns, lifestyles, and attitudes. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 3400 - Theory and Practice of Health Education (3) Prerequisites: HEDU 2000 , HEDU 2100 , HEDU 2200 , and co-requisite HEDU 3210 or permission of the instructor. The course is a study of theories often used in assessing the need for community health education programs and in planning, implementing, and evaluating those programs. Special attention will be given to the study of theories at the organizational and community levels. WI Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 3420 - Principles of School Health (3) Prerequisites: EDU 3000 and EDU 3010 , HEDU 3210 , and HEDU 3400 or permission of the instructor. This course provides an overview of the principles of a coordinated school health program, current health issues in the classroom, the National Health Education Standards, classroom diversity, and assessments (including performance-based assessment). Effective classroom activities used in teaching health will be included. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 3600 - Planning for Health Promotion and Health Education (3) Prerequisites: HEDU 2000 , HEDU 2100 , HEDU 2200 , HEDU 2400 , HEDU 3210 , HEDU 3400 . An overview of the process for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating health promotion and prevention programs for targeted populations. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 3720 - Introduction to Epidemiology & Biostatistics (3) Prerequisites: HEDU 2000 , HEDU 2100 , HEDU 2200 , HEDU 2400 , and MATH 1110 or with permission of the instructor. This course focuses on epidemiological principles and methods such as describing the patterns of illness in populations and research designs for investigating disease. Quantitative measures to determine risk and association are introduced. Within this context, concepts, basic principles, and tools of epidemiology and biostatistics are studied with an emphasis on application to health education programs. (Two lecture and two laboratory hours per week). Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 4000 - Communicating Health Information: Procedures, Media, and Techniques (3) Prerequisites: HEDU 2000 , HEDU 2100 , HEDU 2200 , HEDU 2400 , HEDU 3210 , HEDU 3720 , HEDU 3400 , and HEDU 3600 . Corequisites: HEDU 4300 . This course focuses on a variety of approaches for communicating health information utilizing multiple channels of communication. Students will design, produce, and utilize educational media and materials to inform and influence individual and community decisions that enhance health. (Two lecture and two laboratory hours per week). Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 4110 - First Aid and Safety (3) This course is designed to develop an understanding of measures essential for the prevention of injury including the role of school safety education. Students are expected to develop skills in applying first aid procedures for victims of injury or sudden illness. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 4113 - Methods and Materials in Health Education (3) Prerequisites: HEDU 3420 . This course provides opportunities for students to become proficient in their knowledge of content, instructional strategies, media and procedures for teaching health (K-12). Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 4120 - Organization and Administration of School and Community Health Programs (3) Prerequisites: HEDU 2000 , HEDU 2100 , HEDU 2200 , HEDU 2400 , HEDU 3100 , HEDU 3210 , HEDU 3720 , HEDU 3400 , HEDU 3600 , HEDU 4000 , HEDU 4300 . Principles of organization and administration of health programs in the school and the community at large are covered. Of particular concern in the course are administrative and coordinating functions that can be expected of a health educator in the school or in a community health agency. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 4200 - Aging and the Aged: Health Perspectives (2) The course describes characteristics of aging and the aging process. Its major focus is on health problems common to the elderly and measures that may be applied by the individual, families, and society for preventing, coping with, and solving these problems. Current practices in the provision of health care for the elderly are reviewed. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 4213 - Directed Teaching of Health Education (6) Prerequisites: HEDU 4113 and a grade point average of 2.5 or better in the field in which licensure is sought. This course is a component of the Senior Semester in Teacher Education. The Directed Teaching component of the Senior Semester is intended to provide opportunities for the student to do teaching under supervision. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 4220 - The Senior Seminar: Trends and Directions in Health Education (3) Prerequisites: HEDU 2000 , HEDU 2100 , HEDU 2200 , HEDU 2400 , HEDU 3100 , HEDU 3230 , HEDU 3210 , HEDU 3720 , HEDU 3400 , HEDU 3420 , HEDU 3600 , HEDU 4000 , HEDU 4300 . The senior seminar will consider emerging issues in public health, providing students with opportunities to review, apply, integrate, and synthesize the roles and responsibilities of an entry-level health educator. Students will also practice strategies and skills needed to obtain and maintain employment in public health education. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 4300 - Research Methods and Evaluation in Health Education (3) Prerequisites: HEDU 2000 , HEDU 2100 , HEDU 2200 , HEDU 2400 , HEDU 3210 , HEDU 3720 , HEDU 3400 , HEDU 3600 . Corequisites: HEDU 4000 . This is an introduction to basic research methods and methods of evaluating health promotion programs. Students will examine, compare, and contrast qualitative and quantitative approaches to field research and data collection strategies. The course will prepare students for developing and delivering oral and poster presentations. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 4310 - Women’s Health (3) This course will address topics across four dimensions of women’s health: Foundations in Women’s Health, Sexual and Reproductive Dimensions of Women’s Health, Physical and Lifespan Dimensions of Women’s Health, and Interpersonal and Social Dimensions of Women’s Health. The course places special emphasis on integrating knowledge beyond the classroom to the larger community, nation, and world. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 4420 - Internship and Seminar in Community Health Education (6) Prerequisites: Completion of all courses required for the major, general education, and cognate courses with a GPA of 2.5 in health education courses. The student spends the first part of the semester in a pre-internship seminar. The second part is spent full-time as an intern in a community health agency where opportunities are provided for observing and performing a variety of community health education functions under the supervision of a professional public health educator. A student in the internship may not be employed during this eight-week period or take any other courses. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 4500 - Independent Study: Internship Pre-Planning (2) Prerequisites: HEDU 2000 , HEDU 2100 , HEDU 2200 , or permission of the instructor. This course permits the student to pursue an area of interest in collaboration with a faculty member. The student must demonstrate the capacity to work independently and with limited direction. A final project that meets predetermined learning objectives is required. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 4660 - Public Health Policy: Assessment and Advocacy (3) Prerequisites: HEDU 2000 , HEDU 2100 , HEDU 2200 , HEDU 2400 , HEDU 3100 , HEDU 3230 , HEDU 3210 , HEDU 3720 , HEDU 3400 , HEDU 3420 , HEDU 3600 , and HEDU 3720 or permission of the instructor. This course will address a major health issue in the U.S. (e.g., tobacco, obesity, HIV/AIDS) from a public health and public policy perspective. Students will consider policy assessment, policy analysis, and policy advocacy as tools for examining and addressing the issue. Students will engage in experiential learning activities such as assessing or analyzing health policies, planning or conducting a policy advocacy campaign, or implementing or evaluating a recently adopted health policy. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HEDU 4700 - Current Issues in Public Health (2) Each semester, this course will address a current public health problem of national and/or international significance (e.g., HIV/AIDS, health disparities, pandemic flu, obesity) from a multi-disciplinary perspective. The goals of the course are to foster an understanding of the complexity and multi-dimensionality of emerging public health phenomena and to explore those phenomena as paradigms for the relationship among health problems, society, and public responses to those problems. Faculty in the Department of Public Health Education will assume the major responsibilities for teaching the course. However, practitioners from other disciplines in both the public and nonprofit sectors will be invited as guest speakers. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule
	HIST 1100 - World Societies to 1650 (3) Fall, Summer Session I An examination of the life and history of humans and world societies from the earliest times to A.D. 1650. Click here for the Spring 2022 Class Schedule

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GEOG 3300 - Climatology (3)

GEOG 3320 - Cartography (4)

GEOG 3400 - Geography of the West Indies and Environs (3)

GEOG 3420 - Aerial Photo Interpretation (3)

GEOG 3430 - Principles of Remote Sensing (3)

GEOG 3435 - Geographic Information Systems (3)

GEOG 3500 - Population Geography (3)

GEOG 3510 - Urban Public Transportation Systems (3)

GEOG 3600 - Geography of Hip-Hop (3)

GEOG 4010 - Applied Geographic Information Systems (3)

GEOG 4020 - Computer Cartography (3)

GEOG 4030 - Geohazards Analysis with GIS (3)

GEOG 4110 - Quantitative Techniques in Geography (3)

GEOG 4120 - Advanced Cartography (3)

GEOG 4130 - Geospatial Statistics (3)

GEOG 4220 - Conservation of Natural Resources (3)

GEOG 4230 - Minerals, Energy and Environment (3)

GEOG 4310 - Geography of Africa (3)

GEOG 4320 - Seminar in Cartographic Research (3)

GEOG 4500 - Social Geography (3)

GEOG 4600 - Urban Geography (3)

GEOG 4840 - Geography of Asia (3)

GEOG 4900 - Seminar in Geography (3)

GEOG 4920 - Theory and Methodology (3)

GEOG 4950 - Field Mapping (3)

GEOG 4980 - Independent Study (3)

GEOG 4990 - Independent Study (3)

GERM 1191 - Elementary German I (3)

GERM 1192 - Elementary German II (3)

GERM 2010 - Masterpieces of German Literature in English Translation (3)

GERM 2101 - Applied German (3)

GERM 2102 - Conversational German (3)

GERM 2103 - Grammar and Composition (3)

GERM 2104 - Introduction to German Civilization (3)

GERM 2105 - Introduction to German Literature (3)

GERM 2106 - Contemporary Germany (3)

GERM 3080 - Syntax and Composition (3)

GERM 3100 - Oral and Written Expression I (3)

GERM 4110 - Advanced Grammar and Composition (3)

GERM 4210 - Survey of German Literature (3)

GERM 4230 - Special Topics (3)

GERM 4700 - Study Abroad Programs (Variable credit)

GERM 4900 - Independent Study (3)

HADM 1000 - Introduction to Hospitality Management (3)

HADM 1200 - Introduction to Travel and Tourism (3)

HADM 2100 - Hospitality Lodging Management (3)

HADM 3040 - Event Planning and Management (3)

HADM 3050 - Introduction to Gaming (3)

HADM 3060 - Eco and Cultural Tourism (3)

HADM 3070 - Resort and Recreational Management (3)

HADM 3100 - Cost Control for Hospitality Operations (3)

HADM 3300 - Advanced Lodging and Hotel Analytics (3)

HADM 3410 - Convention and Event Management (3)

HADM 3500 - Food Production and Service Management (3)

HADM 3700 - Hospitality Leadership (3)

HADM 3750 - Hospitality Facilities Management (3)

HADM 3800 - Hospitality Human Resources Management (3)

HADM 4010 - Entrepreneurship in Hospitality and Tourism (3)

HADM 4200 - Hospitality Marketing (3)

HADM 4300 - Hospitality Law and Ethics (2)

HADM 4400 - Hospitality Financial Management (3)

HADM 4500 - Advance Food Production and Service Management (3)

HADM 4600 - Advance Hospitality Management (3)

HADM 4800 - Senior Living Management Capstone (3)

HADM 4850 - Senior Living Management Capstone (3)

HADM 4900 - Hospitality and Tourism Internship (3)

HADM 4910 - Menu Management and Design (3)

HADM 4920 - Managed Services (3)

HEDU 1531 - Health (2)

HEDU 1551 - Health & Physical Fitness ( Early College) (3)

HEDU 1600 - Peer Education and Advocacy (2)

HEDU 2000 - Introduction to Health Education (3)

HEDU 2100 - Community Health (3)

HEDU 2200 - Health Behavior for Effective Living (3)

HEDU 2400 - Methods and Applications of Group Leadership for Health Personnel (3)

HEDU 3000 - Introduction to Technical Writing for Public Health (WI) (3)

HEDU 3100 - Environmental Health (3)

HEDU 3200 - Communicable and Chronic Health (3)