The Culture of Disability
SPED 117
Course Code
SPED 117
Credit
3.0 - 3.0
Course Name
The Culture of Disability
Introduction
The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to the culture of disability across the lifespan. The impact of disabilities on an individual across the lifespan will be explored, and the unique culture that is created by having a disability will be addressed. The historical basis for the disability movement and special education will be addressed, including legislation and litigation that has had a significant impact on the field. Students also will learn about the characteristics of individuals with diverse abilities as well as current trends in educational services.
The Digital Earth
GEOG 105
Course Code
GEOG 105
Credit
3.0 - 3.0
Course Name
The Digital Earth
Introduction
Geospatial technologies such as global positioning systems (GPS) and geographic information systems (GIS) are becoming increasingly important tools in research and policy arenas and in everyday life. This course will provide an introduction to these emerging technologies and to the principles of mapping science that underpin them. At the same time, the course will explore how these innovative technologies are changing the spaces and places around us, including how we interact with the environment and each other.
The Global Food Production Web
CPSC 116
Course Code
CPSC 116
Credit
3.0 - 3.0
Course Name
The Global Food Production Web
Introduction
Introduces students to the global web involved in the production of food we consume on a daily basis. Selected ecosystems of plants, people, and cultures in Asia, Africa, and Latin America will be studied based on involvement with various crops. Presents the origin and biology of plants; their evolution with humankind in various cultures; the spread and economic importance of crops around the world; and considers current hunger and environmental issues resulting from the global food web.
The Twentieth-Century American Novel
ENGL 251
Course Code
ENGL 251
Credit
3.0 - 3.0
Course Name
The Twentieth-Century American Novel
Introduction
Critical study of selected American novels from the twentieth century.
Prerequisite: Completion of the Composition I requirement.
This course satisfies the General Education Criteria for:
Cultural Studies - Western
Humanities – Lit & Arts
The World Food Economy
ACE 251
Course Code
ACE 251
Credit
3.0 - 3.0
Course Name
The World Food Economy
Introduction
Examination of global food production, consumption, and trade; problems of hunger and population; the role of agricultural development, trade, and aid in relieving hunger.
Prerequisite: ACE 100 or ECON 102 or consent of instructor.
This course satisfies the General Education Criteria for:
Cultural Studies - Non-West
Social & Beh Sci - Soc Sci
Traditional China
EALC 220
Course Code
EALC 220
Credit
3.0 - 3.0
Course Name
Traditional China
Introduction
<p>Historical background to the modern age, tracing the Chinese state and empire from the earliest times until 1644 A.D. Basic political, social, and economic patterns; cultural, intellectual, and technological achievements; and China's impact on Asia and the world. Same as EALC 220. This course satisfies the General Education Criteria for: Cultural Studies - Non-West Humanities – Hist & Phil</p>
Traffic Capacity Analysis
CEE 416
Course Code
CEE 416
Credit
3.0 - 3.0
Course Name
Traffic Capacity Analysis
Introduction
Fundamentals of traffic engineering; analysis of traffic stream characteristics; capacity of urban and rural highways; design and analysis of traffic signals and intersections; traffic control; traffic impact studies; traffic accidents.
3 undergraduate hours. 3 or 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: CEE 310.
Transportation Engineering
CEE 310
Course Code
CEE 310
Credit
3.0 - 3.0
Course Name
Transportation Engineering
Introduction
<p>Design, planning, operation, management, and maintenance of transportation systems; integrated multi-modal transportation systems (highways, air, rail, etc.); layout of highways, airports, and railroads with traffic flow models, capacity analysis, and safety. Design of facilities and systems with life cycle costing procedures and criteria for optimization. Prerequisite: TAM 251; credit or concurrent registration in CEE 202.</p>
Undergraduate Open Seminar
EALC 199
Course Code
EALC 199
Credit
1.0 - 5.0
Course Name
Undergraduate Open Seminar
Introduction
Undergraduate Open Seminar
Unit One Sem Instruct in Music
MUS 169
Course Code
MUS 169
Credit
0.0 - 2.0
Course Name
Unit One Sem Instruct in Music
Introduction
Experimental seminar courses to introduce non-music majors to contemporary ideas in music.