Jun 16, 2024  
2018-2019 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2018-2019 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Theatre

  
  • THE 482L - Practicum in Production Administration

    1-3 hrs.
    With department approval this course is repeatable for additional credit hours. Professional experience in residence with approved professional organizations.
  
  • THE 483L - Practicum in Scenic Production/Technology

    1-3 hrs.
    With department approval this course is repeatable for additional credit hours. Professional experience in residence with approved professional organizations.
  
  • THE 484L - Practicum in Lighting and Sound Technology

    1-3 hrs.
    With department approval this course is repeatable for additional credit hours. Professional experience in residence with approved professional organizations.
  
  • THE 485L - Practicum in Properties Production/Technology

    1-3 hrs.
    With department approval this course is repeatable for additional credit hours. Professional experience in residence with approved professional organizations.
  
  • THE 486L - Practicum in Artistic Production

    1-3 hrs.
    With department approval this course is repeatable for additional credit hours. Professional experience in residence with approved professional organizations.
  
  • THE 487L - Practicum in Technical Management

    1-3 hrs.
    With department approval this course is repeatable for additional credit hours. Professional experience in residence with approved professional organizations.
  
  • THE 488L - Practicum in Performance

    1-3 hrs.
    With department approval this course is repeatable for additional credit hours. Professional experience in residence with approved professional organizations.
  
  • THE 489L - Practicum in Costume and Makeup Technology

    1-3 hrs.
    With department approval this course is repeatable for additional credit hours. Professional experience in residence with approved professional organizations.
  
  • THE 492 - Special Problems

    1-3 hrs.
    To allow individual students or groups of students to study special advanced problems in theatre not normally addressed by regular courses. Senior Honors Project (Students undertaking a Senior Honors project will enroll in THE 492H.)
  
  • THE 497 - Theatre Exchange Studies Abroad

    9-15 hrs.
  
  • THE 499 - British Studies in Theatre

    3-6 hrs.

Therapy

  
  • THY 300 - Introduction to Kinesiotherapy

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): BSC 250  and BSC 250L   Kinesiotherapy majors only. An introduction to the theory of organizing and conducting kinesiotherapy as  it applies to physical and mental rehabilitation.
  
  • THY 411 - Introduction to Kinesiotherapy

    3 hrs.
    Kinesiotherapy majors only. An introduction to the theory of organizing and conducting kinesiotherapy as it applies to physical and mental rehabilitation.
  
  • THY 412 - Kinesiotherapy I

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to specialization, grade of B or better in KIN 301 . Kinesiotherapy majors only. Emphasis placed on physical evaluation procedures of spine and extremities, musculo-skeletal function, goniometry and gait analysis.
  
  • THY 413 - Kinesiotherapy II

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to specialization, grade of B or better in KIN 301  and THY 412 ;  grade of C or better in KIN 308  and KIN 308L . Kinesiotherapy majors only. Rehabilitation as a part of the comprehensive medical core and its application in restoration of physical and mental impairments toward functional independence.
  
  • THY 414 - Exercise Prescription for Special Population I

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): KIN 301  B or better, KIN 308 , KIN 308L  C or better. Kinesiotherapy majors only except by consent. Advanced course in clinical exercise concentrating on chronic diseases.
  
  • THY 415 - Exercise Prescription for Special Populations II

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): KIN 301  B or better, KIN 308 , KIN 308L  C or better. Kinesiotherapy majors only except by consent. Advanced course in musculoskeletal and functional mobility disoders.
  
  • THY 421 - Clinical Experience Seminar

    3 hrs.
    Corequisite(s): THY 470 . Seminar class discussing various rehabilitation and professional issues in kinesiotherapy.
  
  • THY 422 - Evaluation and Assessment of Physical Trauma

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): C or better in BSC 250 , BSC 250L  and a grade of B or better in KIN 301  and THY 412 . Assessment of physical trauma and disabilities as it relates to kinesiotherapy.
  
  • THY 451 - Neurological and Pathological Foundations in Kinesiotherapy

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in BSC 250 , BSC 250L  BSC 251  and BSC 251L . The introductory study of neurosciences and pathology of diseases commonly encountered by kinesiotherapists. (WI)
  
  • THY 460 - Clinical Experience I

    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 course requirements except THY 421  and THY 470  ; GPA of at least 2.5.  Extensive field based internship in kinesiotherapy. Includes application of theory into practical experience in various rehabilitation and wellness programs. Student must provide personal liability insurance.
  
  • THY 470 - Clinical Experience II

    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 course requirements except THY 421 ; GPA of at least 2.5. Corequisite(s): THY 421  must be taken concurrently Second semester continuation of extensive field-based internship in kinesiotherapy. Includes application of theory into practical experience in various rehabilitative and wellness programs. Student must provide personal liability insurance.
  
  • THY 477 - Developmental Disabilities in Early Childhood

    2 hrs.
    Overview of contributing factors to atypical early development, identification and management of atrisk conditions, legal/ethical issues and legislation/litigation.
  
  • THY 478 - Specialized Studies in Developmental Disabilities

    1-6 hrs.
    Specialized study and skill acquisition in the area of developmental disabilities; topics vary.
  
  • THY 497 - Professional Collaboration for Developmental Disability Services

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Upper-level undergraduate students only. Study of the interdependent contributions of relevant disciplines in training, service and research.
  
  • THY 498 - Families of the Developmentally Disabled

    3 hrs.
    Interdisciplinary approach to the study of families of the developmentally disabled.

Toxicology

  
  • TOX 470 - Survey of Toxicology

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): CHE 256 . A one-semester survey course in toxicology. (May be taken as CHE 470 .)

University Studies

  
  • UNV 100 - Orientation

    1 hr.
  
  • UNV 102 - Academic Support II

    3 hrs.
    Required for students enrolled in the year-long academic support program. Consists of classroom, individual and computer-assisted instruction along with career counseling (institutional credit only).
  
  • UNV 110 - University Studies

    2 hrs.
    Introduction to higher education and a general orientation to the functions and resources of the university. Encourages development of active learning skills and promotes responsible decision-making. Open to new freshmen.
  
  • UNV 112 - College Success for PASS Scholars

    2 hrs.
    Introduction to higher education and a general orientation to resources of the university for PASS Scholars. Encourages development of learning skills and promotes responsible decision-making. Course includes seminar and lab sessions.
  
  • UNV 140 - Preparing for Cross-Cultural Engagement Abroad

    1 hr.
    This course is designed to assist students in acquiring the knowledge, attitudes, and skills that will enhance the education abroad experience by providing a foundation for intercultural learning.
  
  • UNV 301 - Transfer Student Success at Southern Miss

    2 hrs.
    Exploration of transition issues for new transfer students to Southern Miss, including strategies for minimizing “transfer shock” and maximizing academic success at this research university; open to new transfer students.
  
  • UNV 310 - Introduction to Job-Seeking

    1 hr.
    To aquaint students with job-seeking techniques including professional resumé development, cover letter writing, interview skills training and networking strategies.
  
  • UNV 312 - Mentoring Students in the University

    1-3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Department consent. Explores fundamental concepts and philosophies underlying the mentor’s role in the university setting. Examines methods and techniques associated with effective mentoring.
  
  • UNV 315 - Paraprofessionals in Resident Hall Environment

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Department consent. Introduces resident assistants to a variety of topics for understanding and working with college students and educational outreach in residential communities.
  
  • UNV 325 - Peer Educators as Paraprofessionals

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Department consent. Explores a variety of topics for understanding, educating and helping.
  
  • UNV 391 - Exchange Semester or Year Abroad

    1-19 hrs.
  
  • UNV 392 - Center for Undergraduate Research Scholars Seminar

    0 hr.
    Prerequisite(s): Eagle SPUR awardees only. The course consists of biweekly set of seminars for undergraduate receiving research funding designed to enhance research and creative skill sets and develop professionalization competencies.
  
  • UNV 450 - McNair Scholars Research Seminar I

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to McNair Scholars Program. An orientation to the skills and competencies necessary to understanding research and a comprehensive preparation for the GRE.
  
  • UNV 451 - McNair Scholars Research Seminar II

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to McNair Scholars Program. Directed research in a topic of interest to the student.

Women’s and Gender Studies

  
  • WGS 301 - Introduction to Women’s and Gender Studies

    3 hrs.
    Introduces the interdisciplinary area of women’s and gender studies through readings, guest lectures, and discussions.
  
  • WGS 310 - Ancient and Medieval Women

    3 hrs.
    Introduces students to women in ancient and medieval Europe, their roles, the attitudes about women, perceptions of their strengths and weaknesses.
  
  • WGS 329 - Women in Modern European History

    3 hrs.
    Provides an introduction to the role of women in modern European history from 1500 to the present.
  
  • WGS 355 - Gender, Race, and Media

    3 hrs.
    Analysis and evaluation of media representation of class, gender and race in American culture. Crosslisted with MCJ 355 .
  
  • WGS 401 - African Women Writers

    3 hrs.
    A study of major contemporary African women writers.
  
  • WGS 402 - American Women Writers

    3 hrs.
    Emphasis on literature written by American women writers. Variable content.
  
  • WGS 403 - British Women Writers

    3 hrs.
    Emphasizes literature written by British women writers. Variable content.
  
  • WGS 410 - Women in American Society

    3 hrs.
    A survey of the experience of American women from the colonial period to the present with emphasis on the evolution of women’s role in society to changing economic and social conditions.
  
  • WGS 420 - Women and Politics

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior status. Examines feminist political theory, the role and status of women in U.S. politics, and public policy issues related to women.
  
  • WGS 421 - Women And Law

    3 hrs.
    This course will examine the constitutional and legal rights of women in the United States through an examination of case law.
  
  • WGS 423 - Gay and Lesbian History

    3 hrs.
    This course explores the history of homosexuality and gay men and women’s lives, often with a specific regional or chronological focus. Crosslisted with HIS 423 .
  
  • WGS 425 - Sociology of Gender

    3 hrs.
    A study of the relationship between gender and broader cultural patterns in various societies.
  
  • WGS 427 - Family Law

    3 hrs.
    A study of common law and statutory concepts of family relationships emphasizing legal remedies to crime in the family.
  
  • WGS 428 - Family Violence, Investigation and Deterrence

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): CJ 463  or consent of the instructor. A study of child and spouse abuse within the family emphasizing detection, investigation and deterrence.
  
  • WGS 430 - History of Women and War

    3 hrs.
    Explores the ways women have experienced, inspired, fought in, and opposed wars throughout world history, also examines how ideas about gender have shaped militaries and wars. Crosslisted with HIS 420 .
  
  • WGS 450 - Seminar in Women’s and Gender Studies

    3 hrs.
    Examines specific women’s and gender studies topics in depth.
  
  • WGS 455 - Women and Human Rights

    3 hrs.
     A comparative examination of the global struggle to expand and protect women’s human rights.
  
  • WGS 475 - Gender Issues in Speech Communication

    3 hrs.
    Examination of gender issues as applied to interpersonal, professional, organizational, persuasive and political communication.
  
  • WGS 490 - Directed Research in Women’s and Gender Studies

    1-3 hrs.
    Consent of instructor; enables students to engage in a research project or practicum involving women’s and gender studies.
 

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