May 30, 2024  
2020-2021 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2020-2021 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Geology

  
  
  • GLY 410 - Elements of Geochemistry

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): GLY 304 . Chemical principles governing the formation of minerals and rocks and their reactions with the lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere and biosphere.
  
  • GLY 411 - Applied Groundwater Geochemistry

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Recommended GLY 410 , GLY 476 . Applications of chemistry to the study of groundwater, interactions with natural elements and human-induced groundwater changes.
  
  • GLY 420 - Applied Geophysics I

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): GLY 308 , PHY 201  or consent of instructor. Introduction to seismic methods used in hydrocarbon and mineral exploration.
  
  • GLY 420L - Applied Geophysics I Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): GLY 420 . Introductory exercises in seismic computation and interpretation.
  
  • GLY 421 - Applied Geophysics II

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): GLY 308 , PHY 201  or consent of instructor. Introduction to gravity, magnetic and electrical methods used in hydrocarbon and mineral exploration.
  
  • GLY 421L - Applied Geophysics II Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): GLY 421 . Introductory exercises in computation and interpretation of gravity, magnetic and electrical fields.
  
  • GLY 422 - Geophysical Well-Logging

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): GLY 101 , MAT 103 , PHY 201 . Pre- or Corequisite: GLY 405 . Principles of obtaining data from bore hole instruments, and geological interpretation of data.
  
  • GLY 422L - Geophysical Well-Logging Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): GLY 422 .
  
  • GLY 423 - Geological Remote Sensing and GIS

    2 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): GLY 301 , GLY 304  and GLY 308  or permission of instructor. Corequisite(s): GLY 423L . Applications of geospatial data and imagery to geology.
  
  • GLY 423L - Geological Remote Sensing and GIS Laboratory

    2 hrs.
    Corequisite(s): GLY 423 . A lab to accompany GLY 423 .
  
  • GLY 430 - Principles of Geology for Science Teachers

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Principles of physical and historical geology for teachers; not applicable to geology degree.
  
  • GLY 430L - Principles of Geology for Science Teachers Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): GLY 430 .
  
  • GLY 443 - Marine Micropaleontology

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): GLY 341  or permission of instructor.  Taxonomy, morphology, and stratigraphic use of marine microfossils. Field trips may be required.
  
  • GLY 443L - Marine Micropaleontology Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Prerequisite(s): GLY 341  or permission of instructor. Taxonomy, morphology, and stratigraphic use of marine microfossils. Field trips may be required.
  
  • GLY 450 - Geological Marine Science

    3 hrs.
    Pre- or corequisite: GLY 405 , or consent of instructor. Study of the formation and deformation of the oceanic crust and the distribution and character of marine sediments. (same as MAR 481 )
  
  • GLY 450L - Geological Marine Science Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): GLY 450 . (same as MAR 481L )
  
  • GLY 465 - Engineering Geology

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): GLY 308  or permission of instructor. The integration of geologic and engineering principles and their application in the evaluation and utilization of Earth resources and the mitigation of natural and human-induced hazards.
  
  • GLY 470 - Petroleum Geology

    3 hrs.
    Pre- or corequisite: GLY 401  or permission of instructor. The origin, occurrence and accumulation of oil and natural gas.
  
  • GLY 470L - Petroleum Geology Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): GLY 470 .
  
  • GLY 472 - Soils

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): GLY 101 , GHY 105  or equivalent. Instruction on the formation, composition, properties, variability, classification, distribution and mangement of soils. (same as GHY 472 )
  
  • GLY 474 - Geological Excursion

    1 hr.
    Field studies of geological phenomena in areas remote from the campus.
  
  • GLY 475 - Fluvial Geomorphology

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): GLY 101 , GHY 105  or equivalent. Instruction on river channel hydrology, hydraulic behavior, sediment transport, morphologic dynamics and applications. (same as GHY 475 )
  
  • GLY 476 - Hydrology

    3 hrs.
    Pre- or corequisite: GLY 401  or permission of instructor. An introduction to the origin, distribution, movement and properties of the waters of the earth.
  
  • GLY 477 - Ground Water Hydrology

    3 hrs.
    Pre-or Co-requisite: GLY 476 . An introductory level course descibing the principles and applications of ground water movement in various geological environments. (same as GHY 477 )
  
  • GLY 478 - Geological Field and Research Methods

    4 hrs.
    Pre- or corequisites: GLY 304 , GLY 308 , GLY 401 . An introduction to writing, computer and field techniques in the geological sciences.
  
  • GLY 480 - Field Geology

    6 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): GLY 304 , GLY 308 , 380, GLY 401 . Geologic maps, stratographic columns, structural cross-sections and reports will be prepared based on field data collected by the student.
  
  • GLY 487 - Industrial Rocks and Minerals

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Nature and formation of industrial rock and mineral deposits.
  
  • GLY 492 - Special Problems in Geology

    1-6 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and permission of the chair. Independent study or research.
  
  • GLY 498 - Senior Thesis

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of chair. Formal presentation and publication of supervised research for students with senior standing; degree requirement for McCarty Scholarship awardees.

Health and Human Sciences

  
  • HHS 100 - Concepts of Wellness

    3 hrs.
    Wellness within an integrated framework encompassing topics associated with fitness, nutrition and health.

Health Professions and Rehabilitation Sciences

  
  • HPR 200 - Leisure and Recreation in Society

    3 hrs.
    A study of the significance of play, recreation and leisure in contemporary society and the evolution of organized leisure service programs.
  
  • HPR 201 - Leisure Skills Development

    3 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Methods and materials for selected lifetime leisure skills.
  
  • HPR 210 - Practicum

    1 hr.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    HPR majors only; pre-internship field experience in the area of specialization; may be repeated three times; therapeutic recreation students must provide personal liability insurance.
  
  • HPR 218 - Athletic Training and Therapeutic Terminology

    1 hr.
    Provides knowledge of medical terminology related to the systems of the body relevant to AT and other therapeutic health professions.
  
  • HPR 219 - Introduction to Athletic Training

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AT majors only, cumulative collegiate GPA 2.8 or better.  Introduction to AT profession and eight content areas for AT as defined by the CAATE. Explanation of the role of the certified athletic trainer as a member of the sports medicine team provided.
  
  • HPR 274 - Taping and Wrapping of Athletic Injuries

    3 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Athletic training majors only. Practical taping and wrapping experiences consisting of observation and taping of all types of athletic injuries.
  
  • HPR 311 - Athletic Training Emergency Care

    3 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Prerequisite(s): AT majors only. Minimum grade of C in BSC 250 , BSC 250L , BSC 251 , BSC 251L  and HPR 219 . Corequisite(s): HPR 311L   Recognize, evaluate and provide immediate emergency care of acute injuries and illnesses.
  
  • HPR 311L - Athletic Training Emergency Care Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Prerequisite(s): AT majors only. Minimum grade of C in BSC 250 , BSC 250L , BSC 251 , BSC 251L  and HPR 219 . Corequisite(s): To be taken concurrently with HPR 311 . Hands-on skills in AT emergency care related competencies. Certification in CPR/AED
  
  • HPR 319 - Organization and Administration of Athletic Training Programs

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AT majors only. Minimum grade of C in HPR 454L , HPR 375 , HPR 375L , HPR 378 , HPR 378L . Provides knowledge on how to manage an AT facility and provide effective healthcare for athletes.
  
  • HPR 322 - Recreation Program Planning

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Recreation majors only. HPR 200 . Procedures and methods in planning and organizing a comprehensive recreation program.
  
  • HPR 323 - Recreation Leadership

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite or corequisite: HPR 200 . Methods, techniques and materials for directing individuals in group activities.
  
  • HPR 336 - Assessment and Evaluation in Parks and Recreation

    3 hrs.
    Corequisite(s): HPR 200 . Methods and procedures for evaluating parks and recreation programs and services.
  
  • HPR 344 - Introduction to Public and Private Recreation

    3 hrs.
    An overview of the knowledge, skills and values inherent to successful public and commercial leisure service organizations.
  
  • HPR 345 - Camp Management

    3 hrs.
    Objectives, activities and administration policies of organized camps.
  
  • HPR 350 - Introduction to Therapeutic Recreation

    3 hrs.
    An overview of the therapeutic recreation profession, including historical development, professional competencies and standards, and applications across a variety of settings and populations.
  
  • HPR 350L - Introduction to Therapeutic Recreation Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): To be taken concurrently with HPR 350 .
  
  • HPR 351 - Inclusive Recreation and Sport for a Diverse Society

    3 hrs.
    A study of the best practices regarding the concepts of and techniques for providing and evaluating inclusive community recreation services and sport services.
  
  • HPR 352 - Therapeutic Recreation Areas of Practice

    3 hrs.
    Describes the practice of therapeutic recreation in typical areas of service delivery: physical rehabilitation, developmental disability, long-term care, and behavioral health.
  
  • HPR 354L - Introduction to Athletic Training Clinical

    3 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Prerequisite(s): AT majors only, grade of C or better in BSC 250 , BSC 250L , BSC 251 , BSC 251L , HPR 219 . Intro to clinical component of ATEP, policies and procedures, taping and bracing. Clinical rotation in USM AT facility.
  
  • HPR 355L - Athletic Training Clinical I

    4 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Prerequisite(s): AT majors only, grade of C or better in HPR 311 , HPR 311L , HPR 354L , HPR 371 . Emphasis on advanced skills of taping & bracing, and emergency injury management. Clinical rotation in AT facility.
  
  • HPR 371 - Injury Care and Prevention for Athletic Trainers

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AT majors only, grade of C or better in BSC 250 , BSC 250L , BSC 251 , BSC 251L , HPR 219 . Provides knowledge of the basic principles in the prevention, recognition of S & S, and care of athletic injuries.
  
  • HPR 371L - Injury Care and Prevention for Athletic Trainers Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Prerequisite(s): BSC 250 . BSC 250L . BSC 251 . BSC 251L . Athletic training majors only. This lab applies psychomotor competencies in care and prevention of athletic injuries.
  
  • HPR 372 - Athletic Training Therapeutic Modalities

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AT majors only, grade of C or better in HPR 311 , HPR 311L , HPR 354L , HPR 371 . Corequisite(s): HPR 372L  must be taken concurrently. Theory and application of therapeutic modalities used in AT, and how modalities facilitate healing.
  
  • HPR 372L - Athletic Training Therapeutic Modalities Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Prerequisite(s): AT majors only, grade of C or better in HPR 311 , HPR 311L , HPR 354L , HPR 371 . Corequisite(s): Must be taken concurrently with HPR 372 . Hands-on skills for effective delivery of therapeutic modalities on simulated injuries.
  
  • HPR 374 - Athletic Training Clinical Examination and Diagnosis I

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AT majors only, grade of C or better in HPR 311 , HPR 311L , HPR 354L , HPR 371 . Corequisite(s): HPR 374L .  In-depth study of lower extremity with emphasis on examination techniques used for diagnosing common injuries.
  
  • HPR 374L - Athletic Training Clinical Examination and Diagnosis I Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Prerequisite(s): AT majors only, grade of C or better in HPR 311 , HPR 311L , HPR 354L , HPR 371 . Corequisite(s): HPR 374 . Lab experience where students will develop hands-on skills for examination of simulated lower extremity injuries.
  
  • HPR 375 - Athletic Training Clinical Examination and Diagnosis II

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AT majors only, grade of C or better in HPR 355L , HPR 372 , HPR 372L , HPR 374 , HPR 374L . Corequisite(s): HPR 375L . In-depth study of upper extremity with emphasis on examination techniques used for diagnosing common injuries.
  
  • HPR 375L - Athletic Training Clinical Examination and Diagnosis II Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Prerequisite(s): AT majors only, grade of C or better in HPR 355L , HPR 372 , HPR 372L , HPR 374 , HPR 374L . Corequisite(s): HPR 375 . Lab experience where students will develop hands-on skills for examination of simulated upper extremity injuries.
  
  • HPR 378 - Rehabilitation of Sports Injuries

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AT majors only, ENG 101 , ENG 102 , and grade of C or better in HPR 355L , HPR 372 , HPR 372L , HPR 374 , HPR 374L . Effects of rehabilitative exercise on injury recovery & planning rehabilitation programs. WI/SI
  
  • HPR 378L - Rehabilitation of Sports Injuries Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Prerequisite(s): AT majors only, grade of C or better in HPR 355L , HPR 372 , HPR 372L , HPR 374 , HPR 374L . Corequisite(s): Must be taken concurrently with HPR 378 . Students will develop hands-on skills to perform rehabilitative techniques & prescribe rehabilitative exercises.
  
  • HPR 390 - Recreational Sport Programming

    3 hrs.
    Study of sport programming in recreational settings with attention on organization, management and problems associated with sports programs.
  
  • HPR 400 - Seminar in Recreation

    3 hrs.
    Must only be taken within two semesters of internship. A senior seminar course designed to examine pertinent issues and current practices in recreation and professional preparation.
  
  • HPR 411 - Adapted Activities and Techniques for Therapeutic Recreation

    3 hrs.
    The principles and techniques of adapting recreation programs and activities to meet the needs of people with disabilities.
  
  • HPR 413 - Organization and Administration of Recreation I

    3 hrs.
    A study of the organization and administration of therapeutic recreation agencies and their policies, procedures, and practices.
  
  • HPR 415 - Business Procedures for Parks and Recreation

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): MIS 201, 202 or CSC 100 ; HPR 322 , HPR 323 . A study of specific business procedures and administrative policies.
  
  • HPR 417 - Legal Aspects of Recreation and Leisure Services

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite or corequisite: HPR 322 , HPR 323 . Legal issues related to leisure service management, including legal foundations, legal liability, land use policy, employment regulations, services for persons with disabilities and current issues.
  
  • HPR 424 - Community Recreation Resources, Services and Organizations

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite or corequisite: HPR 322 , HPR 323 . A study of the varied agencies which provide community recreation services and the operation of specialized recreation facilities.
  
  • HPR 433 - Organization and Administration of Recreation II

    3 hrs.
    A study of advanced policy and procedures in recreation programs and services, including methods and procedures for evaluating parks and recreation programs and services.
  
  • HPR 436 - Park and Recreation Planning

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): HPR 322 , HPR 323 . Fundamental principles and methodologies dealing with proper identification, allocation and use of recreational resources through long-range master planning.
  
  • HPR 436L - Park and Recreation Planning Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): To be taken concurrently with HPR 436 .
  
  • HPR 443 - Outdoor Education

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): HPR 322 , HPR 323  or by permission of instructor. A study of outdoor education, specifically its philosophy, programs, methods and resources. Organization, programming and conducting of programs and activities in educational settings.
  
  • HPR 444 - Operational Administration of Commercial Recreation

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): HPR 344 . Emphasizes appropriate management skills which are essential to the successful operation of a commercial recreation enterprise.
  
  • HPR 447 - Interpretation of Cultural and Natural Resources

    3 hrs.
    The interpretive process as applied to natural and cultural resources.
  
  • HPR 450 - Procedures in Therapeutic Recreation

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): HPR 323  and HPR 350 ; or SPE 400  or SPE 402 . A study of the theories guiding the delivery of therapeutic recreation services and the application of techniques used in professional practica.
  
  • HPR 451 - Assessment and Documentation in Therapeutic Recreation

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): HPR 322  and HPR 350 ; or SPE 400  or SPE 402 . Procedures for conducting needs assessments and individualized assessments, and procedures for writing program plans, selecting interventions and documenting client progress.
  
  • HPR 452 - Therapeutic Recreation for Older Adults

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): HPR 322  and HPR 350 . The study of Therapeutic Recreation programming, services, needs assessments, program plans and evaluation of outcomes within the older adult population.
  
  • HPR 453 - Professional Issues in Therapeutic Recreation

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): HPR 350 . Course must be taken within two semesters of internship. The study of professional issues in therapeutic recreation practice including certification, accreditation, professional writing, ethics, standards of practice and research techniques.
  
  • HPR 454L - Athletic Training Clinical II

    3 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Prerequisite(s): AT majors only, grade of C or better in HPR 355L , HPR 372 , HPR 372L , HPR 374 , HPR 374L . Develop skills required for exam & diagnosis of lower extremity injuries. Clinical rotation in AT facility.
  
  • HPR 455L - Advanced Athletic Training Clinical I

    4 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Prerequisite(s): AT majors only, grade of C or better in HPR 454L , HPR 375 , HPR 375L , HPR 378 , HPR 378L .  Develop skills required for exam & diagnosis of upper extremity injuries. Clinical rotation in AT facility.
  
  • HPR 456L - Advanced Athletic Training Clinical II

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AT majors only, grade of C or better in HPR 319 , HPR 455L , HPR 472 , HPR 475 . Develop skills required for therapeutic interventions in injury rehab. Clinical rotation in AT facility.
  
  • HPR 464 - Issues in Commercial Recreation

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): HPR 344 . Insight into issues that cause problems and lead to trends for the commercial recreation service industry.
  
  • HPR 472 - Pathophysiology & Pharmacology for Athletic Training

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AT majors only, grade of C or better in HPR 454L , HPR 375 , HPR 375L , HPR 378 , HPR 378L . Pathophysiology of systems affected by injuries & illness and pharmacology of drugs used to treat.
  
  • HPR 472L - Field Experience in Athletic Training

    3 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Prerequisite(s): HPR 456L . Athletic training majors only. Practical experience dealing with injury situations in the athletic training setting.
  
  • HPR 475 - Medical Aspects of Athletic Training

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): AT majors only, grade of C or better in HPR 454L , HPR 375 , HPR 375L , HPR 378 , HPR 378L . Medical conditions that affect more diverse populations and are typically treated by other members of medical team.
  
  • HPR 479 - Athletic Training Capstone

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s):  AT majors only, ENG 101  & ENG 102 , grade of C or better in HPR 319 , HPR 378 , HPR 455L , HPR 472 , HPR 475 . Competencies review to prepare students for BOC exam, grad school or employment. WI/SI
  
  • HPR 487 - Directed Research

    1-6 hrs.
    Contemporary research related to a wide variety of areas related to health professions is discussed and explored in this course. Students discuss relevant issues facing society regarding exercise, fitness, athletic performance, kinematic movement, recreation, motor development, and biomechanical analysis. The course challenges students to analyze and synthesize current and relevant topics and offer solutions to benefit health professions research and related industries.
  
  • HPR 495 - Internship

    12 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of all major requirements. Recreation majors only. Minimum 400-hour internship under the direct supervision of a field professional. Therapeutic recreation students must provide personal liability insurance.

Higher Education Administration

  
  • HE 315 - Myths, Mascots and American College Culture

    3 hrs.
    This course is designed to explore how symbols, the physical campus environment, and the human aggregate influence college culture.
  
  • HE 319 - Dialogues on Diversity within Higher Education

    3 hrs.
    This course addresses the development of the awareness, knowledge and skills necessary to be a multiculturally competent professional in student affairs and higher education.
  
  • HE 339 - Exploration of Student Affairs Administration

    3 hrs.
    This course provides an introduction to student affairs work in the college and university setting with a focus on the roles carried out by student affairs professionals in American higher education.
  
  • HE 492 - Special Topics

    3 hrs.
    A lecture course that investigates higher education topics of special interest: may be repeated up to 3 times.

History

  
  • HIS 101 - World Civilizations: Beginnings to 1500 C.E.

    3 hrs.
    This course traces the rise of human societies throughout the world, from the dawn of civilizations until around 1500 C.E. It stresses the interrelations of past cultures, comparing and contrasting the experiences of peoples and civilizations with one another.
  
  • HIS 102 - World Civilizations: 1500 to the present

    3 hrs.
    This course traces the development of human societies into the “modern world,” from around 1500 C.E.  to the present day. It stresses the interrelations of past cultures, comparing and contrasting the experiences of peoples and civilizations with one another.
  
  • HIS 110 - Enrichment Experiences in History

    2 hrs.
     This arranged course consists of varied enrichment experiences in World and U.S. History; it is required for candidates in the History Licensure Program. A Gold Card is not required.
  
  • HIS 201 - Survey of United States History to 1877

    3 hrs.
    (CC 2213, 2243)
  
  • HIS 202 - Survey of United States History since 1877

    3 hrs.
    (CC 2223, 2253)
  
  • HIS 204 - Exploring History

    3 hrs.
    Topic varies. May be retaken for credit (up to nine hours). Course especially recommended for students considering advanced study in history.
  
  • HIS 300 - Research Seminar

    3 hrs.
    A basic course to acquaint the student with the theory and practice of historical study.
  
  • HIS 302 - Integrated American Social Studies to 1877

    3 hrs.
    Strengthens content knowledge about social studies and models innovative multidisciplinary instructional methods.
 

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