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GEOL 350 - Structural Geology (4 credits)
Prerequisite: GEOL 225
This course explores the origin and analysis of rock structures produced by deformation. Laboratory exercises involve the construction and interpretation of geologic maps and geometric analysis of rock structures. Field trips will emphasize mapping skills and the interpretation of rock sequences. Two hours of lecture and one four-hour laboratory weekly. Offered spring semester. (Formerly EASC 350)
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GEOL 360 - Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology (4 credits)
Prerequisite: GEOL 260
This course will study the minerals, compositions, textures, structures, classifications and origins of the igneous and metamorphic rocks that compose the solid Earth. Lectures will emphasize rock forming processes (petrology), and laboratories will emphasize the use of the petrographic microscope (petrography). Several field trips examining the geology of southeastern New England will be required. Two hours of lecture and one four-hour laboratory weekly. Offered spring semester. (Formerly EASC 360 and EASC 463)
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GEOL 370 - Sedimentary Geology (4 credits)
Prerequisite: GEOL 260
Sedimentary geology examines the chemical, physical and biological processes responsible for generating and accumulating sedimentary rocks. The first half of the semester will focus on how sediments are created, transported and deposited in various sedimentary environments. The second half of the semester will focus on how sedimentary strata are accumulated and preserved. Two hours of lecture and one four-hour laboratory weekly. Offered fall semester. (Formerly EASC 370)
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GEOL 450 - Geochemistry (4 credits)
Prerequisite: GEOL 225 or CHEM 142
This course explores the application of thermodynamic principles to solve geologic problems. The chemical interaction of rock and water will be emphasized, as it relates to the chemistry of natural waters on and near the surface of the earth, rock weathering and global geochemical cycles. Laboratory work will include the analytical techniques used to measure water chemistry and computer modeling of natural geochemical systems. Two hours of lecture and one four-hour laboratory weekly. Offered fall semester, odd years. (Formerly EASC 450)
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GEOL 455 - Honors Thesis (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Open to earth science majors in the Commonwealth Honors Program or Departmental Honors Program and consent of instructor
The honors thesis is the culmination of a student’s work in the honors program and consists of an advanced student-generated research project to be completed by taking the honors thesis for a total of six credits over two semesters. Students will meet regularly with their thesis advisor and the thesis is read for approval by the departmental Honors Committee or its designees. This course may be repeated for a maximum of six credits. May be taken twice for a maximum of six credits. (Formerly EASC 455)
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GEOL 460 - Geophysics (4 credits)
Prerequisite: GEOL 225 or PHYS 182 or PHYS 244
In this course, students will apply physics to solve geological problems. Topics include seismology, the Earth’s gravitational and magnetic fields, heat flow, plate tectonics and the internal structure of the Earth. The laboratory involves problem solving and field measurements using modern geophysical equipment to image the subsurface. Geophysical techniques relevant to oil, gas and mineral exploration as well as engineering and environmental applications are examined. Two hours of lecture and one four-hour laboratory weekly. Offered fall semester. (Formerly EASC 460)
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GEOL 470 - Earth Systems History (4 credits)
Prerequisite: GEOL 370
Earth Systems History is a departmental capstone course that is focused on the complex interactions between Earth’s chemical, physical and biological systems. Topics include global geochemical cycles, plate tectonics, climate change, and biological evolution during Earth’s long and dynamic history. Students will learn geological problem-solving skills and will apply evidenced-based, scientific reasoning. Laboratory sessions are data intensive, and center around quantitative, analytical approaches. Two hours of lecture and one four-hour laboratory weekly. Offered spring semester. (Formerly EASC 470) (CWRM)
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GEOL 471 - Coastal Processes (3 credits)
Prerequisite: MATH 140/140E or MATH 150; and GEOL 100 or GEOG 121
The frequently complex fluid-solid interactions which result in erosion and deposition in coastal environments are developed in this course. Methods of measurement and prediction are presented. (Formerly EASC 471)
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GEOL 480 - Remote Sensing (4 credits)
Prerequisite: GEOL 225
Remote sensing is the measurement and characterization of the earth using satellites and airborne platforms. This course covers the theory of remote sensing and the acquisition, analysis and interpretation of image data collected from the visible, infrared, microwave and thermal portions of the electromagnetic spectrum. Laboratory work will emphasize digital image processing of the surface environment using state-of-the-art image-analysis software. Two hours of lecture and one four-hour laboratory weekly. (Formerly EASC 480)
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GEOL 485 - Contaminant Hydrogeology (3 credits)
Prerequisite: GEOL 240; and CHEM 132 or CHEM 142
The fate and transport of groundwater contaminants in various hydrogeologic regimes are presented in this course. Methods for conducting hydrogeologic investigations are discussed in detail. (Formerly EASC 440 and EASC 485) May be taken for graduate-level credit.
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GEOL 490 - Field Methods in Geology (4 credits)
Prerequisite: GEOL 350 and GEOL 360
In this course, basic field techniques used by geologists to create geologic maps are introduced. An emphasis will be placed on the collection, processing, and interpretation of field data collected from study areas in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Students will be required to write formal geologic reports involving maps, cross-sections and supporting data. Two hours of lecture and one four-hour laboratory weekly. Offered spring semester. (Formerly EASC 490)
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GEOL 495 - Research Methods in Geology (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
In this course, students work as a research group on a semester-long project in the faculty member’s geological sub-discipline. Students will perform an extensive literature review, develop the methodology to answer the research question, participate in data collection and analysis, and communicate the research findings to the department and the wider university community. The opportunity also exists to present the research findings at a professional conference or in a scientific journal publication depending on the quality and significance of the results. (Formerly EASC 495)
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GEOL 496 - Seminar in Geology (1 credit each semester)
Prerequisite: Senior standing in geology, earth science or chemistry/geology
This course focuses on the development of thought concerning current global models and/or continuing controversies in geology. One credit will be earned per semester for a total of two credits to be awarded at the end of the second semester. Offered fall semester. (Formerly EASC 496) May be taken for graduate-level credit.
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GEOL 497 - Research in Geology (1-3 credits)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
In this course, students work independently on a research project in consultation with a faculty mentor. The project may be designed solely by the student or through discussions with the faculty mentor and culminates with a research paper. The course is intended for more advanced students who have completed course work related to the research project. This course may be repeated for up to six credits. Offered either semester. (Formerly EASC 497)
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GEOL 498 - Internship in Earth Science (3-6 credits)
Prerequisite: Consent of the department; formal application required
This course provides an opportunity for earth science majors to gain practical job experience in some aspects of earth/environmental science. Possible internships include positions in local, state and federal agencies as well as private corporations and consulting firms. This course may be taken twice for a maximum of six credits. Offered either semester. (Formerly EASC 498)
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GEOL 499 - Directed Study in Earth Science (1-3 credits)
Prerequisite: Consent of the department; formal application required
Directed study is open to juniors and seniors who have demonstrated critical and analytical abilities in their studies and who wish to pursue a project independently. This course may be taken twice for a maximum of six credits. Offered either semester. (Formerly EASC 499)
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GEOL 560 - Special Topics in Earth Science (variable credit)
This course will cover special topics of current relevance in earth science education. The topic to be addressed will be announced prior to registration. May be taken more than once with the consent of the advisor. (Formerly EASC 560)
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NSCI 526 - Earth: Inside and Out (3 credits)
Though the geologic record is incredibly ancient, it has only been studied intensely since the end of the 19th century. Since then, research in fields such as plate tectonics and climate change, and exploration of the deep sea floor and the inner Earth have vastly increased our understanding of geological processes. This course delves into the five questions listed below in order to understand how our dynamic planet evolved and what processes continue to shape it. In the process, learners will get to know the museumʼs Hall of Planet Earth, explore geologic time, and gain an understanding of how scientists study vast Earth systems.
- How do geologists “read” the rocks? Determining the age of rocks is key to the concept of geologic time and to understanding the Earth, because in geology the present is the key to the past.
- How has the Earth evolved? Understanding how the atmosphere evolved over time - and how the emergence of life affected the process - exemplifies the way scientists make historical deductions from rocks.
- What causes climate and climate change? Studying the geologic record shows that we are living in an interglacial interval a mere 10,000 years long, between much longer Ice Ages.
- Why are there ocean basins, mountains and continents? The course ventures next into Earthʼs dynamic interior, where the continuous motion of the mantle drives plate tectonics and helps shape conditions on the planetʼs surface.
- Why is the Earth habitable? Finally, a journey to volcanic springs on the deep-sea floor reveals that organisms can live on the chemical energy of the Earth. This discovery has led to profound reflections about the ways in which the various parts of our planet, including living systems, interact with each other.
Offered online by the American Museum of Natural History. For more information about this course and associated fees, please contact the College of Graduate Studies.
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NSCI 527 - Water: Environmental Science (3 credits)
Central to all ecosystems, water is essential to life as we know it. It shapes our planet on every level, from the chemical properties of the H2O molecule to its central role in global climate. Poised to be to the 21st century what oil was to the 20th, water is also a critical environmental issue. Where do we find it? Is it safe to consume? Who has access to it? How can we manage this precious resource to provide an adequate supply to all the species that depend upon it? This course will focus on why water is such a critical resource, the effect of human consumption on aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, and the social, economic, and environmental implications of water management.
The course begins with an overview of the role of water as a key component of planetary systems, the many ways humans use water and the cumulative effects of human activity on Earth’s freshwater supply. It describes the link between water and biodiversity and the services that freshwater ecosystems provide, with a particular focus on wetlands. It considers how this finite resource is distributed across the planet, moves on to the effect of water quality on human health and concludes with an overview of the key challenges that affect water management on a global scale.
During each week of the course, case studies provide learners with in-depth, real-world and diverse exposure to these issues. They also provide opportunities for rich discussion. The studies include the history and hydrology of the Colorado River and the tradeoffs of water management; the livelihoods that revolve around the Mekong River and its fertile delta; the clean-up of wastewater through constructed wetlands in Augusta, Georgia; water supply and management in the New York City watershed; and the complexity of sharing water resources among the eight countries that share southern Africa’s Zambezi River Basin. Offered online by the American Museum of Natural History. For more information about this course and associated fees, please contact the College of Graduate Studies.
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NSCI 528 - The Ocean System (3 credits)
Why is the ocean so big? Why is it salty? How deep is it? How does the ocean work? Starting with these simple questions, this seminar investigates this complex system by looking at the way its components - the atmosphere, hydrosphere, geosphere and biosphere - interact.
The course begins by considering how plate tectonics shape ocean basins and where the water that makes up the oceans originated. The ocean’s physical characteristics have framed the origin and diversification of life across a variety of ecosystems. The course looks in depth at habitats such as coral reefs, mangrove forests, tidal zones and deep-sea hydrothermal vents, as well as the characteristics of marine organisms ranging from plankton to porpoises.
The middle section of the course examines the unique properties of the water molecule. The fact that water exists as solid, liquid, and gas and has extraordinary heat-trapping ability has important implications for Earth’s climate and local weather. So does the action of waves, wind, and density variations, which drive deep-sea and surface currents.
Learners emerge with an understanding of the role that symbiotic relationships and other biological adaptations have in the dynamics of oceans, and how this is threatened by human activities. Throughout the course, profiles show oceanographers at work with technologies such as ocean-going robots and core-drilling programs that herald a new era of ocean exploration. Offered online by the American Museum of Natural History. For more information about this course and associated fees, please contact the College of Graduate Studies.
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NSCI 538 - Climate Change (3 credits)
This course explores the science of climate change. Students will learn how the climate system works; what factors cause climate to change across different time scales and how those factors interact; how climate has changed in the past; how scientists use models, observations and theory to make predictions about future climate; and the possible consequences of climate change for our planet. The course explores evidence for changes in ocean temperature, sea level and acidity due to global warming. Students will learn how climate change today is different from past climate cycles and how satellites and other technologies are revealing the global signals of a changing climate. Finally, the course looks at the connection between human activity and the current warming trend and considers some of the potential social, economic and environmental consequences of climate change.
During each week of this six-week course, participants will utilize essays, multimedia, other websites and online discussion forums to explore a facet of climate science. A weekly case study will focus on contemporary research on some aspect of the climate system. These include biologist Gretchen Hofmann, who studies the effect of ocean acidification on sea urchins; geologist Dorte Dahl-Jensen, who analyzes Greenland ice cores to reconstruct climate history; and meteorologist Alan Robock who investigates the effects of volcanic eruptions, nuclear weapons, and other human activity on the climate system. Offered online by the American Museum of Natural History. For more information about this course and associated fees, please contact the College of Graduate Studies.
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LAGE 101 - Elementary German I (3 credits)
Prerequisite: See the “Departmental Foreign Language Policy” in the “Global Languages and Literatures” section of this catalog
An introduction to elementary syntactic, semantic, phonetic and paralinguistic structures is offered. Pertinent everyday cultural concepts are discussed. Relevant comparison and contrast with native language is treated. Functional communication in the second language in a controlled environment is the principal objective of the course. (CGCL; CHUM)
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LAGE 102 - Elementary German II (3 credits)
Prerequisite: LAGE 101; or see the “Departmental Foreign Language Policy” in the “Global Languages and Literatures” section of this catalog
The further study of elementary syntactic, semantic, phonetic and paralinguistic structures is offered. Pertinent everyday cultural concepts are discussed. Relevant comparison and contrast with the native language is treated. Functional communication in the second language in a controlled environment is the principal objective of the course. (CGCL; CHUM)
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Graduate Program |
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GRPP 501 - Graduate Program Planning (1 credit)
The planning and development of a coherent program of graduate study appropriate to the student’s academic and professional background and objectives. Graduate students who have been accepted into a master’s degree or CAGS program should enroll under the direction of their advisor(s) immediately after acceptance by the College of Graduate Studies and prior to enrolling in any additional courses. Graded on a (P) Pass/(N) No Pass basis.
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HEAL 102 - Health and Wellness (3 credits)
Attitudes and practices as they influence effective living: common adult health problems; community health standards and services; special problems of community health.
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HEAL 135 - Freshman Honors Colloquium (1 credit)
Prerequisite: Open to Commonwealth Honors students and to others at the discretion of the instructor
Freshman Honors Colloquia in health allow exceptionally able students to explore a challenging topic in small classes under close faculty supervision. Colloquia meet once a week for 50 minutes and culminate in a paper or scientific project, which provides the major part of the grade. Topics vary from semester to semester. This course may be repeated for a maximum of six credits. Offered fall semester.
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HEAL 136 - Freshman Honors Colloquium (1 credit)
Prerequisite: Open to Commonwealth Honors students and to others at the discretion of the instructor
Freshman Honors Colloquia in health allow exceptionally able students to explore a challenging topic in small classes under close faculty supervision. Colloquia meet once a week for 50 minutes and culminate in a paper or scientific project, which provides the major part of the grade. Topics vary from semester to semester. This course may be repeated for a maximum of six credits. Offered spring semester.
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HEAL 199 - First Year Seminar (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Open to all freshmen with a writing placement score of 3 or above or a SAT score of 500 or above or who have completed ENGL 101. Students with 24 or more transfer credits will have this requirement waived.
First Year Seminars (FYS) are writing-intensive, topic courses that introduce students to academic thought, discourse and practices. FYS courses prepare and orient students toward productive and fulfilling college careers by actively engaging them in a specific academic area of interest. Students will improve their writing, reading, research and basic information and technology skills while learning to work both collaboratively and independently. These courses will fulfill the First Year Seminar requirement and may fulfill other requirements for the core curriculum. Each course may fulfill different requirements and topics may change each semester. Only one FYS course may be taken for credit. (CFYS)
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HEAL 200 - Principles and Practices of Health Education (3 credits)
This introductory course is designed to provide students with an in-depth examination of the process and context of health education and health promotion. Students will receive information and resources that will enable them to begin developing the competencies and skills of entry-level health educators. Offered fall semester.
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HEAL 205 - Foundations of Public Health (3 credits)
This introductory course is designed to provide students with an in-depth examination of the purposes, processes and contexts of public health. Included will be the history of public health, the core functions and current issues.
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HEAL 210 - Issues in Male Health (3 credits)
This course will address relevant topics as they pertain to issues in male health. The course will examine issues in male health throughout the lifespan (i.e., from birth until death) and will incorporate various aspects of health ranging from physical and emotional to spiritual and occupational.
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HEAL 286 - Sophomore Honors Colloquium (1 credit)
Prerequisite: Open to Commonwealth Honors students and to others at the discretion of the instructor
Sophomore Honors Colloquia in Health allow exceptionally able students to explore a challenging topic in small classes under close faculty supervision. Colloquia meet once a week for 50 minutes and culminate in a paper or scientific project, which provides the major part of the grade. The minimum enrollment is two and the maximum is 12. Topics vary from semester to semester. Offered fall semester.
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HEAL 287 - Sophomore Honors Colloquium (1 credit)
Prerequisite: Open to Commonwealth Honors students and to others at the discretion of the instructor
Sophomore Honors Colloquia in Health allow exceptionally able students to explore a challenging topic in small classes under close faculty supervision. Colloquia meet once a week for 50 minutes and culminate in a paper or scientific project, which provides the major part of the grade. The minimum enrollment is two and the maximum is 12. Topics vary from semester to semester. Offered spring semester.
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HEAL 298 - Second Year Seminar (Speaking Intensive) (3 credits)
Prerequisite: _ _ _ _ 199; Open to all sophomores and juniors who have completed ENGL 101, and the speaking skills requirement. Students with 54 or more transfer credits will have this requirement waived. Cannot be taken if _ _ _ _ 298 or _ _ _ _ 299 are taken for credit.
Second Year Seminars (SYS) are speaking-intensive, topic courses that build on the academic skills and habits introduced in the First Year Seminar. SYS courses engage students in a specific academic area of interest and provide them with the opportunity to reinforce, share and interpret knowledge. Students will improve their speaking, reading, research and basic information and technology skills while building the connections between scholarship and action that are required for lifelong learning. These courses will fulfill the Second Year Seminar requirement and may fulfill other requirements for the core curriculum. Each course may fulfill different requirements and topics may change each semester. Only one SYS course may be taken for credit. (CSYS)
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HEAL 299 - Second Year Seminar (Writing Intensive) (3 credits)
Prerequisite: _ _ _ _ 199; Open to all sophomores and juniors who have completed ENGL 101 and ENGL 102. Students with 54 or more transfer credits will have this requirement waived. Cannot be taken if _ _ _ _ 298 or _ _ _ _ 299 are taken for credit.
Second Year Seminars (SYS) are writing-intensive, topic courses that build on the academic skills and habits introduced in the First Year Seminar. SYS courses engage students in a specific academic area of interest and provide them with the opportunity to reinforce, share and interpret knowledge. Students will improve their writing, reading, research and basic information and technology skills while building the connections between scholarship and action that are required for lifelong learning. These courses will fulfill the Second Year Seminar requirement and may fulfill other requirements for the core curriculum. Each course may fulfill different requirements and topics may change each semester. Only one SYS course may be taken for credit. (CSYS)
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HEAL 300 - Current Issues in Health (3 credits)
Designed to acquaint the students with current health issues and trends related to the school and community. Offered spring semester.
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HEAL 310 - Introduction to Informatics for Public Health (3 credits)
Prerequisite: HEAL 205
This introductory course is designed to provide students with a basic understanding of Informatics and its application to Public Health. Students will develop skills in the use of technology and applications in the various aspects of public health practice. Offered fall semester.
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HEAL 315 - School and Community Health (3 credits)
This course will provide an overview of the fundamental concepts and issues in school and community health and will examine basic community and school health principles. The personal, social, and environmental factors influencing the health of communities and schools will be explored. The course will also examine the historical and structural foundations of community and school health.
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HEAL 354 - Entrepreneurial Approach to Health and Wellness (3 credits)
Prerequisite: HEAL 102 or consent of instructor
This course focuses on developing entrepreneurial skills for participants in the rapidly expanding health and wellness industry. Students will develop competencies so they can be successful health entrepreneurs, own health businesses, be self-employed or manage businesses for employers. Offered either semester.
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HEAL 360 - Health Care in the U.S. (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or consent of the instructor
This course is designed to provide an overview of the U.S. health care delivery system. Course topics include health care delivery, health care financing, and health care regulation. A major focus of the course is on the ways in which health care is structured and how the different aspects of the system interact with one another. Offered every year.
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HEAL 385 - Epidemiology: The Study of Diseases (3 credits)
Prerequisite: HEAL 200
Epidemiology is the study of how health and disease are distributed in populations and the factors that influence disease distribution. This course will introduce basic epidemiological methods used in the study of health problems. It will focus on the tools and epidemiologic methods used in identifying, preventing and controlling disease. The course will also examine major chronic and infectious diseases – their etiology, transmission and prevention.
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HEAL 401 - Human Sexuality (3 credits)
This course deals with issues of sexual response, including dysfunction and reproduction. Also included are discussions of sexual styles and expressions as they impact upon the biosocial and political climate of the times. Topics of in-depth analysis may focus upon IVF issues, fertility control and sexually transmitted diseases. May be taken for graduate-level credit.
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HEAL 404 - Cultural Diversity in Health and Disease (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Any 200-level or above health course or consent of instructor
This course is a study of health knowledge, attitudes and behaviors of underserved cultural groups in the society, including but not limited to Native Americans, Hispanics, Latinos and Blacks. The focus is on the influence of cultural differences in health behaviors and practices in the etiology, prevention and treatment of diseases and health conditions. The course addresses the complexities involved in providing culturally appropriate health care and prepares participants to become culturally sensitive.
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HEAL 405 - Drugs in Society (3 credits)
Study of the impact of the environmental and cultural values affecting the drug using population. Views on subculture and alternative life styles and the forces that shape them. Understanding trends of modern treatment facilities and rehabilitation procedures. Emphasis on alternatives to drug use. May be taken for graduate-level credit.
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HEAL 406 - Health Behavior Change and Disease Management (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Any 200-level or above health course or consent of instructor
This course is designed to equip students with concepts of empirically tested theories and strategies of health behavior change and disease management. Selected acute/chronic diseases and health conditions such as diabetes, selected cancer types, metabolic disorders, childhood obesity, chronic respiratory disorders, selected dental and eye diseases, HIV/AIDS, autoimmune disorders, cardiovascular diseases and mental disabilities will be covered.
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HEAL 407 - Stress Management (3 credits)
This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the phenomenon of stress, and its relationship to specific illness, diseases and dysfunctions. The course also provides students with opportunities to practice, apply and demonstrate stress intervention and management techniques. May be taken for graduate-level credit.
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HEAL 450 - Health Promotion Strategies (3 credits)
Prerequisite: HEAL 200 and HEAL 451
This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to study, apply and demonstrate various strategies and techniques appropriate to the diverse approaches of health education. The focus of the class is on planning and implementing health education and health promotion activities. Offered spring semester. May be taken for graduate-level credit.
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HEAL 451 - Program Planning in Health Promotion (3 credits)
Prerequisite: HEAL 200
This class is designed to give students the tools and skills they need to design conduct, and evaluate health education programs in the various settings for health education. Assessing needs, formulating objectives, session/lesson planning, evaluation purposes, methods and designs will be covered. May be taken for graduate-level credit. (CWRM)
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HEAL 452 - Research and Evaluation in Health (3 credits)
Prerequisite: HEAL 451
This course is designed to give students the tools and skills they need to design and conduct health program research and evaluation. Evaluation research purposes, levels, methods, designs and measurement issues will be covered. Some basic statistics will be included.
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HEAL 471 - Nutrition (3 credits)
This course deals with the relationships between diet and disease prevention, cultural eating patterns, dysfunctional eating behaviors and issues relating to nutrition through the life span, as well as concerns related to food safety and the impact of technology. May be taken for graduate-level credit.
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HEAL 477 - Environmental and Consumer Health (3 credits)
This course will utilize an ecological systems approach to examine current environmental and consumer concerns that affect health. Students will explore the impact of the environment on human health as well as the impact that humans have on the health of the environment. Students will also be provided with the information and skills that will enable them to make healthful and environmentally sound decisions regarding consumer health products, practices and services. May be taken for graduate-level credit.
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HEAL 481 - Selected Health Issues (1-3 credits)
Designed to bring to the educator the latest information regarding selected health issues. Three issues will be offered each time the course is given and experts in the field will be brought in to deal with each topic. Given in modular form for 1-3 credits.
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HEAL 484 - Death and Dying Education (3 credits)
A study of the health issues (physical, emotional and social) related to terminal illness and death. May be taken for graduate-level credit.
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HEAL 486 - Honors Thesis (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Enrollment in Commonwealth or Departmental Honors in Health Studies; formal application required
One-hour weekly meetings with the thesis director will culminate in an honors thesis. With the consent of the Departmental Honors Committee and the thesis director, this course may be extended into a second semester for three additional credits depending upon the scope of the project. Whether the final version of the thesis qualifies the student to graduate with honors will be determined by the Departmental Honors Committee. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits earned. Offered annually.
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HEAL 490 - Senior Seminar in Health Education (1 credit)
Prerequisite: HEAL 200; and HEAL 315; and HEAL 385; and HEAL 450, which may be taken concurrently; and HEAL 451
This course serves as a capstone course for health education majors. A review of the concepts and skills addressed in the major courses and their applications to the discipline of health education will serve to prepare students for the National Certified Health Education Specialist exam. Student portfolios will be submitted and assessed. Also included will be a focus on job preparation skills.
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HEAL 491 - Field Based Pre-Practicum in Health (2 credits)
Prerequisite: Admission to the Professional Education Program
This course is designed to provide the student with an introduction to teaching health education in an off-campus setting.
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HEAL 492 - Practicum in Student Teaching – Health (12 credits)
Prerequisite: Acceptance and good standing in teacher preparation program and satisfactorily completed department teacher preparation program courses and admission to the Professional Education Program
Full-time teaching for one semester with supervision provided by members of the department.
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HEAL 495 - Practicum in Student Teaching – Elementary Health (Health/Family and Consumer Science) (6 credits)
Prerequisite: HEAL 491 and acceptance into student teaching
This course is designed to provide the student with faculty-supervised student-teaching experience in health education with grades K-6. This practicum is full-time for one quarter (8 weeks). Students will be evaluated using standards and guidelines set by AAHE, the Massachusetts Department of Education and the Massachusetts Comprehensive Health Curriculum Framework.
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HEAL 496 - Practicum in Student Teaching-Secondary Health (Health/Family and Consumer Science) (6 credits)
Prerequisite: HEAL 491 and acceptance into student teaching
This course is designed to provide the student with faculty-supervised student-teaching experience in health education with grades 7-12. This practicum is full-time for one quarter (8 weeks). Students will be evaluated using standards and guidelines set by AAHE, the Massachusetts Department of Education and the Massachusetts Comprehensive Health Curriculum Framework.
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HEAL 498 - Field Experience in Health (3-15 credits)
Prerequisite: HEAL 451 and a cumulative GPA of 2.8; or consent of the department
A field experience offers qualified students the opportunity to gain practical off-campus experience in health education/promotion. Placements are made in both public and private agencies and are designed to strengthen students’ competencies in the CHES (Certified Health Education Specialist) areas of responsibility. This course may be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits.
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HEAL 499 - Directed Study in Health (1-3 credits)
Prerequisite: Consent of the department; formal application required
Directed study is open to juniors and seniors who have demonstrated critical and analytical abilities in their studies and who wish to pursue a project independently. This course may be taken twice for a maximum of six credits.
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HEAL 501 - Health Promotion Project (3 credits)
Individual health promotion project is planned, implemented and evaluated under the direct supervision of a faculty mentor.
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HEAL 502 - Research (3 or 6 credits)
Prerequisite: Consent of the department; formal application required
Original research undertaken by the graduate student in their field. For details, consult the paragraph titled “Directed or Independent Study” in the “College of Graduate Studies” section of this catalog. This course may be repeated for a maximum of six credits.
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HEAL 503 - Directed Study (1-3 credits)
Prerequisite: Consent of the department; formal application required
Directed study is designed for the graduate student who desires to study selected topics in a specific field. For details, consult the paragraph titled “Directed or Independent Study” in the “College of Graduate Studies” section of this catalog. This course may be repeated for a maximum of six credits.
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HEAL 504 - Seminar in Health Promotion Theory and Literature (3 credits)
This course is designed to orient the graduate student to the process of a formal literature review and the subsequent theory that ensues. The student will be required to complete a comprehensive literature review and deliver a formal seminar report.
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HEAL 511 - Research and Evaluation Methods in Health Promotion (3 credits)
This course will develop competencies needed to both produce and consume research in health promotion and allied areas. Via the development of a research proposal, students will gain an understanding of such research techniques as problem formulation, literature review, sampling, hypothesis construction, research design, instrumentation and data analysis. Offered fall semester.
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HEAL 518 - Quantitative Methods in Health Promotion and Epidemiology (3 credits)
This is an introductory course in quantitative methods in epidemiology and health promotion. The course includes inferential and descriptive techniques as well as life table construction and epidemiological rates, ratios and proportions.
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HEAL 519 - Scientific and Philosophical Foundations of Health Promotion (3 credits)
The focus of this course is on surveying and providing the historical/philosophical foundations of health promotion and providing a scientific basis for the development of health promotion programs.
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HEAL 520 - Designing and Administering Health Promotion Programs (3 credits)
Analysis and skill development in administration of health promotion programs in a variety of settings with emphasis on administrative issues, staff development and consultation.
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HEAL 581 - Special Topics in Health Education (1-3 credits)
Special topics in health education are presented with special emphasis on application in the field. Topics are given in modules of 1-3 credits each. This course may be repeated for different topics.
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HEAL 595 - Internship in Health Promotion (1-6 credits)
Prerequisite: 15 graduate credits must be completed or consent of instructor
An internship offers qualified students the opportunity to gain practical experience within their major area of interest. Placements are designed to complement a student’s program focus.
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HSED 199 - First Year Seminar (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Open to all freshmen with a writing placement score of 3 or above or a SAT score of 500 or above or who have completed ENGL 101. Students with 24 or more transfer credits will have this requirement waived.
First Year Seminars (FYS) are writing-intensive, topic courses that introduce students to academic thought, discourse and practices. FYS courses prepare and orient students toward productive and fulfilling college careers by actively engaging them in a specific academic area of interest. Students will improve their writing, reading, research and basic information and technology skills while learning to work both collaboratively and independently. These courses will fulfill the First Year Seminar requirement and may fulfill other requirements for the core curriculum. Each course may fulfill different requirements and topics may change each semester. Only one FYS course may be taken for credit. (CFYS)
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HSED 298 - Second Year Seminar (Speaking Intensive) (3 credits)
Prerequisite: _ _ _ _199; Open to all sophomores and juniors who have completed ENGL 101, and the speaking skills requirement. Students with 54 or more transfer credits will have this requirement waived. Cannot be taken if _ _ _ _ 298 or _ _ _ _ 299 are taken for credit.
Second Year Seminars (SYS) are speaking-intensive, topic courses that build on the academic skills and habits introduced in the First Year Seminar. SYS courses engage students in a specific academic area of interest and provide them with the opportunity to reinforce, share and interpret knowledge. Students will improve their speaking, reading, research and basic information and technology skills while building the connections between scholarship and action that are required for lifelong learning. These courses will fulfill the Second Year Seminar requirement and may fulfill other requirements for the core curriculum. Each course may fulfill different requirements and topics may change each semester. Only one SYS course may be taken for credit. (CSYS)
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HSED 299 - Second Year Seminar (Writing Intensive) (3 credits)
Prerequisite: _ _ _ _199; Open to all sophomores and juniors who have completed ENGL 101 and ENGL 102. Students with 54 or more transfer credits will have this requirement waived. Cannot be taken if _ _ _ _ 298 or _ _ _ _ 299 are taken for credit.
Second Year Seminars (SYS) are writing-intensive, topic courses that build on the academic skills and habits introduced in the First Year Seminar. SYS courses engage students in a specific academic area of interest and provide them with the opportunity to reinforce, share and interpret knowledge. Students will improve their writing, reading, research and basic information and technology skills while building the connections between scholarship and action that are required for lifelong learning. These courses will fulfill the Second Year Seminar requirement and may fulfill other requirements for the core curriculum. Each course may fulfill different requirements and topics may change each semester. Only one SYS course may be taken for credit. (CSYS)
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HSED 499 - Directed Study in High School Education (1-3 credits)
Prerequisite: Consent of the department
Directed study is open to juniors and seniors who have demonstrated critical and analytical abilities in their studies and who wish to pursue a project independently. This course may be taken twice for a maximum of six credits.
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HSED 503 - Directed Study (1-3 credits)
Prerequisite: Consent of the department; formal application required
Directed study is designed for the graduate student who desires to study selected topics in a specific field. For details, consult the paragraph titled “Directed or Independent Study” in the “College of Graduate Studies” section of this catalog. This course may be repeated for a maximum of six credits.
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HIST 111 - Western Civilization to the Reformation (3 credits)
The course surveys the major developments from the genesis of Western civilization to the establishment of absolute monarchy. These developments include the Near Eastern, the Graeco-Roman, and the Judeo-Christian traditions of our civilization. Offered either semester. (CGCL; CHUM; CMCL)
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HIST 112 - Western Civilization since the Reformation (3 credits)
The course surveys the major developments in Western civilization from the establishment of absolute monarchy to the present. These developments include the evolution of political, economic, social and intellectual aspects of the modern world. Offered either semester. (CGCL; CHUM; CMCL)
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HIST 131 - World History to 1500 (3 credits)
This course will survey major issues in the politics, society, culture and economy of human societies around the world, from human evolution to 1500. (CGCL; CHUM; CMCL)
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HIST 132 - World History since 1500 (3 credits)
This course will survey major issues, events and processes in the politics, society and economy across societies from the world’s major regions, from 1500 to present. (CGCL; CHUM; CMCL)
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HIST 151 - Asian Civilization (3 credits)
An introductory survey of the major Asian civilizations including those of China, Japan, and India. This course presents a historical view of Asian traditions and their modern transformation in the context of East-West interactions. (CGCL; CHUM; CMCL)
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HIST 161 - History and Culture of Mexico (3 credits)
This course surveys the history of Mexico from the earliest human inhabitation to the present. It will present different interpretations of the major themes and developments in Mexican history: the ancient civilizations of Mesoamerica, the Spanish conquest and colonization, Mexico’s struggle for independence from Spain, the development of a unique Mexican culture incorporating Hispanic and indigenous traditions, and the quest for modernization and nationhood through reform and revolution. Special attention will be paid to relations between Mexico and the United States, from the Mexican-American War to NAFTA. (CGCL; CHUM; CMCL; CWRT)
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HIST 199 - First Year Seminar (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Open to all freshmen with a writing placement score of 3 or above or a SAT score of 500 or above or who have completed ENGL 101. Students with 24 or more transfer credits will have this requirement waived.
First Year Seminars (FYS) are writing-intensive, topic courses that introduce students to academic thought, discourse and practices. FYS courses prepare and orient students toward productive and fulfilling college careers by actively engaging them in a specific academic area of interest. Students will improve their writing, reading, research and basic information and technology skills while learning to work both collaboratively and independently. These courses will fulfill the First Year Seminar requirement and may fulfill other requirements for the core curriculum. Each course may fulfill different requirements and topics may change each semester. Only one FYS course may be taken for credit. (CFYS)
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HIST 221 - United States History and Constitutions to 1865 (3 credits)
This course examines the development of the nation from the age of exploration to the end of the Civil War. It emphasizes the economic, political, intellectual and social maturing of the United States. Offered either semester. (CHUM; CUSC)
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HIST 222 - United States History and Constitutions since 1865 (3 credits)
This course continues the study begun in HIST 221 down to the present. It emphasizes the growth of America as an industrial and world power and the increasing role of government in American life. Offered either semester. (CHUM; CUSC)
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HIST 298 - Second Year Seminar (Speaking Intensive) (3 credits)
Prerequisite: _ _ _ _199; Open to all sophomores and juniors who have completed ENGL 101, and the speaking skills requirement. Students with 54 or more transfer credits will have this requirement waived. Cannot be taken if _ _ _ _ 298 or _ _ _ _ 299 are taken for credit.
Second Year Seminars (SYS) are speaking-intensive, topic courses that build on the academic skills and habits introduced in the First Year Seminar. SYS courses engage students in a specific academic area of interest and provide them with the opportunity to reinforce, share and interpret knowledge. Students will improve their speaking, reading, research and basic information and technology skills while building the connections between scholarship and action that are required for lifelong learning. These courses will fulfill the Second Year Seminar requirement and may fulfill other requirements for the core curriculum. Each course may fulfill different requirements and topics may change each semester. Only one SYS course may be taken for credit. (CSYS)
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HIST 299 - Second Year Seminar (Writing Intensive) (3 credits)
Prerequisite: _ _ _ _199; Open to all sophomores and juniors who have completed ENGL 101 and ENGL 102. Students with 54 or more transfer credits will have this requirement waived. Cannot be taken if _ _ _ _ 298 or _ _ _ _299 are taken for credit.
Second Year Seminars (SYS) are writing-intensive, topic courses that build on the academic skills and habits introduced in the First Year Seminar. SYS courses engage students in a specific academic area of interest and provide them with the opportunity to reinforce, share and interpret knowledge. Students will improve their writing, reading, research and basic information and technology skills while building the connections between scholarship and action that are required for lifelong learning. These courses will fulfill the Second Year Seminar requirement and may fulfill other requirements for the core curriculum. Each course may fulfill different requirements and topics may change each semester. Only one SYS course may be taken for credit. (CSYS)
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HIST 396 - Proseminar in History (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Must have successfully completed two of the following: HIST 111, HIST 112, HIST 131, HIST 132, HIST 221, HIST 222
This seminar uses a theme or topic chosen by the professor to introduce majors to historical methods and historiography. Students will learn how historical scholarship is conceived, constructed and interpreted. They will also locate and scrutinize primary and secondary sources, including electronic databases. History majors are required to take HIST 396 before the completion of 18 history credits. Offered fall, spring and summer.
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HIST 400 - The Ancient World: Near East (3 credits)
Prerequisite: HIST 111 or HIST 131
See Addenda for changes to this course, effective Spring 2018.
From prehistoric times through the Persian Empire. May be taken for graduate-level credit.
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HIST 405 - History of Modern Science (3 credits)
Prerequisite: HIST 111 or HIST 112 or HIST 221 or HIST 222
See Addenda for changes to this course, effective Spring 2018.
This course surveys the development of science weighted toward the modern era. Rather than an exhaustive survey, this course will emphasize influential individuals, controversies and events that manifest the tensions between science and society. The goal of this course is not simply to explain science to non-scientists, but rather to encourage students to understand science as a human institution that both shapes and is shaped by the political, economic and social context in which it takes place. Specific topics to be explored include the scientific community, science and religion, science and war, science and race, science and gender and social science. No scientific knowledge or experience is expected or required for this course. Offered alternate years.
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HIST 406 - Rise of Early Christianity (3 credits)
Prerequisite: HIST 111 or HIST 131
See Addenda for changes to this course, effective Spring 2018.
This course traces the development of Christian beginnings from the birth of Christ to the Council of Nicaea in A.D. 325. It intends to examine the cultural, social, intellectual, political and religious climate in the Roman Empire out of which Christianity sprang, the problems the early Christians encountered, and the Christian reaction to these problems. May be taken for graduate-level credit.
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HIST 410 - Latin American Women and Gender History (3 credits)
Prerequisite: One course from two of the following: HIST 111 or HIST 131; HIST 112 or HIST 132; HIST 477 or HIST 478
See Addenda for changes to this course, effective Spring 2018.
This course will explore Latin American women’s history and gender issues from the Spanish conquest through the present. Special emphasis will be given on the ways that class and race influence women’s experiences and on how and why gender was a central component of Latin American social and political development over time.
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HIST 412 - The Vietnam War (3 credits)
Prerequisite: HIST 221 and HIST 222; or consent of instructor
See Addenda for changes to this course, effective Spring 2018.
Although no longer America’s “longest” war, the Vietnam War continues to profoundly shape American culture, politics and memory. At the same time, Vietnam was the crucible for some of the most significant changes in the twentieth century world, including imperialism, ideology, violence, nationalism, colonialism, communism and revolution. This course studies the causes, outcomes and legacies of the conflict in Southeast Asia within a broad geographical and chronological context. Offered alternate years. May be taken for graduate-level credit.
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HIST 413 - History of the Atomic Bomb (3 credits)
Prerequisite: HIST 221 and HIST 222; or consent of instructor
See Addenda for changes to this course, effective Spring 2018.
This course adopts an international approach in examining the development of nuclear weapons from the discovery of fission in 1938 to the present day. The scientific, social, cultural and political background behind the development of the atomic bomb, the organization of the Manhattan Project, the decision to use atomic bombs against Japanese cities, the post-war debates over arms control, the development of the hydrogen bomb, as well as the role of nuclear weapons in the culture and geopolitics of the Cold War will be examined. Particular attention will be paid to the influential individuals who shaped the life of the A-bomb, as well as the moral decisions surrounding and consequences of the development of atomic weapons. Offered alternate years. May be taken for graduate-level credit.
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HIST 414 - Politics and Culture in Modern Ireland (3 credits)
Prerequisite: HIST 112 or HIST 132 or consent of instructor
See Addenda for changes to this course, effective Spring 2018.
This course explores the social and political history of Ireland from the late 18th century to the present. Particular attention will be given to events such as the Famine, the campaign for Home Rule, the signing of the Anglo-Irish Treaty and the “Troubles” in Northern Ireland.
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HIST 415 - Europe in the Middle Ages (3 credits)
Prerequisite: HIST 111 or HIST 131
See Addenda for changes to this course, effective Spring 2018.
From the fall of Rome to the Renaissance. Offered once in three years. May be taken for graduate-level credit.
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HIST 417 - Edwardian England (3 credits)
Prerequisite: HIST 112 or HIST 132 or consent of instructor
See Addenda for changes to this course, effective Spring 2018.
This course presents a thematic study of England from the 1890s until the end of the First World War with an emphasis on social class, parliamentary politics and literature. This course examines how social class was structured, and how war altered a culture. The Edwardian period marked the dawn of a new century, presented innovative technologies and growing demands for full democracy. Offered alternate years. May be taken for graduate-level credit.
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HIST 418 - Renaissance Europe (3 credits)
Prerequisite: One of the following: HIST 111, HIST 112, HIST 131, HIST 132
See Addenda for changes to this course, effective Spring 2018.
This course will begin with an examination of the implications of the commercial revolution in Western Europe and with the rise of the Italian communes and then explore the demographic, social, political, military, cultural, and economic history of western and central Europe during the Renaissance. May be taken for graduate-level credit.
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HIST 420 - Topics in European History (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Any two of the following: HIST 111, HIST 112, HIST 131, HIST 132, HIST 221, HIST 222; or consent of the instructor
This course designates varied topics in European history from antiquity through the modern era. May be repeated for different topics. Offered annually.
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HIST 424 - 18th Century Britain (3 credits)
Prerequisite: HIST 112 or HIST 132 or consent of instructor
See Addenda for changes to this course, effective Spring 2018.
This course focuses on culture and society in order to expose students to the experience of individuals living in this time period. Students will investigate how people’s lives were shaped by politics, commerce, religion, social rank, gender, race and war. Offered alternate spring semesters. May be taken for graduate-level credit.
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