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LACS 2050 - Topics in Foreign Language
Credit Hours: (1-4)
Studies in a selected field of interest. May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
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LACS 2201 - Intermediate Foreign Language
Credit Hours: (3-4)
Grammar review, conversation, composition, and readings based on the culture and civilization.
Prerequisite(s): LACS 1202 or permission of department.
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LACS 2202 - Intermediate Foreign Language
Credit Hours: (3-4)
Grammar, conversation, composition, and readings based on students’ needs.
Prerequisite(s): LACS 2201 or permission of department.
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LACS 3050 - Topics in Language, Literature, and Culture
Credit Hours: (3)
Studies in a selected field of interest. May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
Other Requirements Satisfied: General Education - Writing in the Disciplines (W)
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LACS 3051 - Topics in Language, Literature, and Culture
Credit Hours: (1-3)
Studies in a selected field of interest. May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
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LACS 3160 - European Cinema
Credit Hours: (3)
Introduction to films of the various national cinemas of Europe and strategies for analyzing and discussing film critically and effectively. Lectures, discussions, viewing films, writing assignments, reviews, critiques, and analyses.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing and UWRT 1102 or equivalent.
Other Requirements Satisfied: General Education - Oral Communication (O), General Education - Writing in the Disciplines (W)
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LACS 3201 - Advanced Foreign Language I
Credit Hours: (3)
Review of grammar and guided conversation on prepared topics. Emphasis on spoken language.
Prerequisite(s): LACS 2202 or permission of department.
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LACS 3202 - Advanced Foreign Language II
Credit Hours: (3)
Review of grammar and guided compositions on prepared topics. Emphasis on vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, and stylistics.
Prerequisite(s): LACS 3201 or permission of department.
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LACS 3800 - Directed Individual Study
Credit Hours: (1-3)
Individual work on a selected area of study. To be arranged with the instructor, generally during the preceding semester, and by special permission only. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of department; normally open only to foreign language majors and minors.
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LACS 4050 - Topics in Foreign Language
Credit Hours: (3)
Studies in a selected field of interest. May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing or permission of department.
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LACS 4690 - Senior Seminar
Credit Hours: (1)
Survey of career options for foreign language majors, directed professional development (preparation of resume and portfolio), and completion of departmental required assessments in the areas of speaking, reading, writing, grammar, and content knowledge of the major. Graded on a Pass/No Credit basis.
Prerequisite(s): four or more courses at the 3000 or 4000 level in the major or permission of department.
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LACS 4800 - Directed Individual Study
Credit Hours: (1-3)
Individual work on a selected area of study. To be arranged with the instructor, generally during the preceding semester, and by special permission only. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of department; normally open only to foreign language majors and minors.
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LATN 1201 - Elementary Latin I
Credit Hours: (4)
Beginning survey of elementary Latin grammar through selected readings
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LATN 1202 - Elementary Latin II
Credit Hours: (4)
Completion of the survey of elementary Latin grammar; connected readings in elementary to intermediate Latin prose.
Prerequisite(s): LATN 1201 or equivalent.
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LATN 2201 - Latin Prose
Credit Hours: (3)
Extended selected readings in Latin prose of intermediate difficulty: Caesar, Nepos, or Seneca.
Prerequisite(s): LATN 1202 or equivalent.
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LATN 3800 - Directed Individual Reading
Credit Hours: (1-3)
Individual work on an author or genre to be arranged with the instructor.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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LBST 1101 - The Arts and Society: Dance
Credit Hours: (3)
An introduction to dance in the context of the arts and society. Exploration of the similarities among selected dance traditions from around the world in terms of functionality; how 20th and 21st century American concert dance, social dance, and popular entertainment dance reflect those traditions; sociopolitical issues evidenced in choreography through lectures, discussion, film video, and live dance performance. May not be repeated for credit.
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LBST 1102 - The Arts and Society: Film
Credit Hours: (3)
An introduction to the art of film in the context of the arts and society. Analysis of the elements of narrative and documentary film, including works made for television. Examines the role of Hollywood, international, and independent cinema (including television) in reflecting, shaping, and critiquing society. May not be repeated for credit.
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LBST 1103 - The Arts and Society: Music
Credit Hours: (3)
This course is an introduction to music in the context of the arts and society. Students will survey the position of music in selected cultures from around the world. Emphasis will be placed on music in the United States and Europe. Students will experience a wide range of ideas and styles and move toward thoughtful, critical, and creative listening. Through this course students will gain a deeper understanding of the place of music in reflecting, shaping and critiquing society. May not be repeated for credit.
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LBST 1104 - The Arts and Society: Theater
Credit Hours: (3)
An introduction to theater in the context of the arts and society. Analysis of the elements that make up theatrical events. The place of theater in reflecting, shaping, and critiquing society. May not be repeated for credit.
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LBST 1105 - The Arts and Society: Visual Arts
Credit Hours: (3)
An introduction to the visual arts in the context of the arts and society. The analysis of visual culture in a variety of media and genres in different historical periods and geographic locations. The function, meaning, and politics of individual works of art and art movements. Also addresses the role of art as a site for the articulation of value systems, including gender, class, and race. May not be repeated for credit.
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LBST 2101 - Western Cultural and Historical Awareness
Credit Hours: (3)
All sections of this course explore a major aspect of Western culture. Particular attention is given to an examination of the constructed nature of the present through a close examination of the past and the ways that selected institutions, ideas, or practices change over time and spread in human society, producing both continuity and novelty. May not be repeated for credit.
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LBST 2102 - Global and Intercultural Connections
Credit Hours: (3)
All sections of this course examine two or more cultures in their own contexts and in the contexts of the global conditions and influences that impact all major world cultures today. Particular attention is given to an analysis of the complex nature of globalization and to a consideration of both its positive and negative impacts. May not be repeated for credit.
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LBST 2211 - Ethical Issues in Personal, Professional, and Public Life
Credit Hours: (3)
An analysis of the conceptual tools needed to make informed, responsible judgments based on the ability to think critically and knowledgeably about issues of personal, professional, and public ethics and morality. The study of a variety of ethical views and ethical issues. May not be repeated for credit.
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LBST 2212 - Literature and Culture
Credit Hours: (3)
This course examines the connections between literature and culture. Students are offered the opportunity to examine the roles that literature plays in reflecting, shaping, and challenging cultures. May not be repeated for credit.
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LBST 2213 - Science, Technology, and Society
Credit Hours: (3)
The role of science and technology in society. The appreciation and understanding of science and the public policy issues related to science and technology. Issues such as science vs. pseudo-science, the ethics of science and technology, the methods of the sciences, the importance of major scientific discoveries, and public expectations of the sciences. May not be repeated for credit.
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LBST 2214 - Issues of Health and Quality of Life
Credit Hours: (3)
A study of individual and social aspects of health. Analysis of individual health and illness behavior and theory; the social, political, and economic contexts of health and illness; and the broad cultural, ethical, and religious understandings of health and illness. May not be repeated for credit.
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LBST 2215 - Citizenship
Credit Hours: (3)
A study of the concept of citizenship as it has evolved in different cultures with an emphasis on scholarly understandings of the rights and responsibilities of citizenship. Includes an examination of the ethical dimensions of citizenship in political, social, and religious contexts. Includes a service component that allows students to explore the relations of citizenship and public service. May not be repeated for credit.
Hours of Lecture and/or Lab per week: During the semester the course meets a total of 27 hours for classroom lectures and discussions and requires completion of 25 hours of voluntary service in the community.
Other Requirements Satisfied: Service Learning (SL)
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LTAM 1100 - Introduction to Latin America
Credit Hours: (3)
An introductory, interdisciplinary survey of the field of Latin American Studies. Focus on the culture, economy, geography, history, politics, and society of Latin America, as well as on the diverse ways in which scholars have studied the region.
Other Requirements Satisfied: General Education - Oral Communication (O)
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LTAM 2001 - Topics in Latin American Studies
Credit Hours: (3)
Analysis of a selected topic related to Latin American Studies. Fulfills an elective in the “Economy and Society” course requirements. May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
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LTAM 2002 - Topics in Latin American Studies
Credit Hours: (3)
Analysis of a selected topic related to Latin American Studies. Fulfills an elective in the “Historical Perspective” course requirements. May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
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LTAM 2003 - Topics in Latin American Studies
Credit Hours: (3)
Analysis of a selected topic related to Latin American Studies. Fulfills an elective in the “Arts and Literature” course requirements. May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
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LTAM 2116 - Contemporary Latin America
Credit Hours: (3)
A survey of the people and cultures of Mexico, Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. Areas of investigation include religion, race, ethnicity, gender, kinship, social inequality, and economic development.
Cross-listed as: ANTH 2116 .
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LTAM 2117 - Cultures of the Caribbean
Credit Hours: (3)
An introduction to society and culture in the Caribbean region. Areas of investigation include ethnicity, nationalism, family and community structure, economy, religion, and politics.
Cross-listed as: ANTH 2117 .
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LTAM 2206 - Colonial Latin America
Credit Hours: (3)
A survey of major political, economic, and cultural developments from earliest times to 1826.
Cross-listed as: HIST 2206 .
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LTAM 2207 - Modern Latin America
Credit Hours: (3)
A survey of Latin American history from 1826 to the present with emphasis on the economy and society. Special attention to twentieth-century revolutions and the role of the United States in Latin America.
Cross-listed as: HIST 2207 .
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LTAM 2252 - New World Archaeology
Credit Hours: (3)
Prehistory of North America; Paleoindians, Eastern United States, Southwest, Mexico; archaeological methods and theory.
Cross-listed as: ANTH 2152 .
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LTAM 3001 - Advanced Topics in Latin American Studies
Credit Hours: (3)
Analysis of a selected topic related to Latin American Studies. Fulfills an elective in the “Economy and Society” course requirements. The particular topic of the course may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
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LTAM 3002 - Advanced Topics in Latin American Studies
Credit Hours: (3)
Analysis of a selected topic related to Latin American Studies. Fulfills an elective in the “Historical Perspectives” course requirements. The particular topic of the course may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
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LTAM 3003 - Advanced Topics in Latin American Studies
Credit Hours: (3)
Analysis of a selected topic related to Latin American Studies. Fulfills an elective in the “Arts and Literature” course requirements. The particular topic of the course may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
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LTAM 3110 - Black Families in the Diaspora
Credit Hours: (3)
Acquaints students with historical and contemporary experiences of peoples of African descent in the Caribbean and Latin American countries with specific emphasis on family structure and family relationships. Includes discussion of theories, history, impact of globalization on family structure, roles of women and identity, socioeconomic status and mobility, slavery, colonialism, and capitalism. Provides a better understanding of the comparative relationships and links between family structures and common life experiences among peoples of African descent in different parts of the world, with specific emphasis on the Caribbean and Latin American regions.
Cross-listed as: AFRS 3210 and SOCY 3210 .
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LTAM 3129 - Cultural Dimension of Doing Business with Spanish-Speaking Countries
Credit Hours: (3)
Development of cultural awareness for conducting business with Spanish-speaking countries and U.S. Hispanic communities. Course conducted in English.
Prerequisite(s): UWRT 1102 or UWRT 1103 .
Cross-listed as: SPAN 3029 .
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LTAM 3144 - Latin American Politics
Credit Hours: (3)
Comparative overview of political and socio-economic change in Latin America from the colonial period to the present. Primary emphasis on Latin American politics in the twentieth century, competing political ideologies, socio-economic issues, international political economy, and internal political change.
Cross-listed as: POLS 3144
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LTAM 3154 - Political Economy of Latin America
Credit Hours: (3)
Intersections of politics and economics in Latin America, focusing on the efforts to foster economic development in the region. Emphasis on post-World War II era. Topics include: debt management, dependency theory, impact of free market theories, and the power of labor movements.
Cross-listed as: POLS 3155 .
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LTAM 3164 - U.S.-Latin American Relations
Credit Hours: (3)
Addresses the always-complicated and often-conflictive relationship between Latin American and the United States. Particular attention to critical contemporary issues such as the drug trade, immigration, international trade, humanitarian aid and U.S. policy toward Cuba.
Cross-listed as: POLS 3164
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LTAM 3190 - Political Economy of the Caribbean
Credit Hours: (3)
An examination of the manifestations of Caribbean economic problems and policies and Caribbean political development from the post-war period to the present.
Cross-listed as: AFRS 3190 .
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LTAM 3220 - The Caribbean from Slavery to Independence
Credit Hours: (3)
Covering the sweep of history from European/indigenous contact, through the construction of a plantation regime based on African slave labor, and up to the present day, this course explores the spread of colonialism, the dynamics of slavery, and the tumult of abolition and national independence movements. The Caribbean Sea will be examined as a region, emphasizing the ties uniting the islands and the circum-Caribbean coasts. The region’s past - including empire and imperial conflict, racial oppression and interaction, and international contact - and its legacies will be discussed in relation to political economics, race, and contemporary culture.
Cross-listed as: AFRS 3220 and HIST 3180
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LTAM 3255 - Ancient Latin America
Credit Hours: (3)
Archaeology and ethnohistory of the Aztecs, Maya, Inca, and their predecessors; includes an investigation of prehistoric urbanism, the rise and fall of complex societies, and the application of archaeological methods to complex societies.
Cross-listed as: ANTH 3155
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LTAM 3257 - South American Prehistory
Credit Hours: (3)
Archaeology of the indigenous cultures in South America from the earliest settlement until the arrival of the Spanish, including Moche, Nasca, and Inca; focus on the Central Andean region including Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Ecuador; examination of the origins of agriculture, interactions of people and the environment, rise and collapse of states and empires, and the role of religion and warfare in ancient societies.
Cross-listed as: ANTH 3157 .
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LTAM 3260 - Slavery, Racism, and Colonialism in the African Diaspora
Credit Hours: (3)
This course is designed to explore how race and racism, slavery, and colonialism served as principal institutions and constructs shaping the experience between Africa and the emerging African Diaspora in the New World. Students will consider how the maintenance of Western social, economic, and political superiority materialized as functions of these three important historical developments.
Cross-listed as: AFRS 3260 and HIST 3190 .
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LTAM 3270 - Afro-Latin American History
Credit Hours: (3)
This course explores the African Diaspora in Latin America ranging from the Caribbean Sea to the Rio de la Plata. From slavery, to fighting for freedom in the Spanish- American Wars of Independence, to forging new notions of citizenship in twentieth century Brazil, African-descended peoples have an important place in Latin America’s historical past. According special attention to regions with concentrated populations of African-descended peoples, this course reveals the vibrant history of Afro-Latin America.
Cross-listed as: AFRS 3270 and HIST 3181 .
Other Requirements Satisfied: General Education - Writing in the Disciplines (W)
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LTAM 3274 - Resistance and Adaptation: Indian Peoples Under Spanish Rule
Credit Hours: (3)
A historical survey of the interactions of indigenous peoples of the western hemisphere with Spanish colonial authorities from the conquest era to 1825. The course focuses on the indigenous peoples of Mexico, Peru, Chile, and Argentina.
Cross-listed as: HIST 3174 .
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LTAM 3275 - Reform, Riots, and Rebellions in Colonial Spanish America, 1692-1825
Credit Hours: (3)
This course examines the economic, political, and cultural origins of violent conflict in colonial Latin America, culminating with an analysis of the revolutions for independence.
Cross-listed as: HIST 3175 .
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LTAM 3276 - History of Mexico
Credit Hours: (3)
A survey of Mexican history from pre-Columbian times to the present. Special emphasis will be given to the Spanish conquest, the colonial economy, the independence period, the revolution, and relations with the United States.
Cross-listed as: HIST 3176 .
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LTAM 3277 - The Cuban Revolution
Credit Hours: (3)
An examination of the economic and political forces that led to the Cuban revolution. Significant background material from the 19th and early 20th centuries will be presented in addition to an analysis of the revolution and post-revolutionary events.
Cross-listed as: HIST 3177
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LTAM 3278 - History of Brazil
Credit Hours: (3)
A study of Brazilian history since 1500, with an emphasis on social and economic history. The course emphasizes slavery and race relations, the emergence of export economics, rural protest movements, the effects of urbanization and industrialization, and the rise and fall of the military dictatorship. Meets non-Western requirement.
Cross-listed as: AFRS 3278 and HIST 3178 .
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LTAM 3279 - Authoritarianism in Latin America
Credit Hours: (3)
A study of authoritarian rule and resistance thereto in one or more selected Latin American countries, including but not limited to Argentina, Brazil, and Chile. May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
Cross-listed as: HIST 3179 .
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LTAM 3300 - Maya Art
Credit Hours: (3)
Survey of the cultures, artistic production and architecture of the Maya from c. 250 to 800 C. E. Readings and discussions focus on Maya rulership and social structure.
Cross-listed as: ARTH 3317
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LTAM 3301 - Mexica (Aztec) Art
Credit Hours: (3)
Survey of the cultures, artistic production and architecture of the Central Mexico region from c. 1300 to the period of European invasion in the 16th century. Readings and discussions focus on artistic traditions, daily life, and political structures.
Cross-listed as: ARTH 3318
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LTAM 3302 - Andean Art
Credit Hours: (3)
Survey of the cultures, artistic production and architecture of the Andean region to the period of European invasion in 1532. Readings and discussions focus on artistic traditions, cosmology, and political structures.
Cross-listed as: ARTH 3319
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LTAM 3309 - Masterpieces of Hispanic Literature in English Translation
Credit Hours: (3)
Advanced studies of Spanish or Spanish-American literature in English translation. Course conducted in English. May be repeated for credit with change of topic
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing and UWRT 1102 .
Cross-listed as: SPAN 3009 if course is on Latin America topic.
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LTAM 3310 - Spanish American Civilization and Culture
Credit Hours: (3)
Introduction to the cultural heritage of Spanish America.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2202 or permission of department.
Cross-listed as: SPAN 3210 .
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LTAM 3312 - Introduction to Spanish American Literature
Credit Hours: (3)
Introduction to Spanish American literature from the 16th century through the contemporary period.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2202 or permission of department.
Cross-listed as: SPAN 3212 .
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LTAM 3313 - Pre-Columbian Art
Credit Hours: (3)
Survey of the arts and architecture of the Americas before European contact in the 16th century. Special emphasis on the interactions of religion, social systems, and the arts as well as identification of ethnic styles of art. Discussions of readings, lectures, slides and video tapes. Essay exams.
Cross-listed as: ARTH 2003 .
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LTAM 3319 - Hispanic Women Writers in English Translation
Credit Hours: (3)
Examination of prose and poetry by women writers from Spain and the Americas to understand women’s voices and other cultures. Conducted in English. Knowledge of Spanish not required.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing and UWRT 1102 .
Cross-listed as: SPAN 3019 and WGST 3019 .
Other Requirements Satisfied: General Education - Writing in the Disciplines (W)
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LTAM 3360 - Studies in Hispanic Film
Credit Hours: (3)
The study of Spanish, Spanish American and/or Hispanic/Latino films. Course conducted in English. May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
Cross-listed as: SPAN 3160 if course is on the Latin American topic.
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LTAM 3400 - Latin American Studies Internship
Credit Hours: (1-3)
Practical experience and/or training related to Latin American studies. A minimum of 45 hours per credit.
Prerequisite(s): permission of the coordinator.
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LTAM 3800 - Independent Study
Credit Hours: (1-3)
Supervised investigation of an issue related to Latin American Studies that is of special interest to the student and that is not covered in existing or available courses.
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LTAM 4116 - Culture and Conflict in the Amazon
Credit Hours: (3)
This course examines the development strategies Brazil has used in the Amazon and explores how these policies have affected both the environment and the various populations living in the Amazon. Topics covered include environmental degradation, human rights abuses, culture change, migration, and globalization.
Cross-listed as: ANTH 4616 .
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LTAM 4120 - Advanced Business Spanish I
Credit Hours: (3)
Advanced studies in Business Spanish, intensive practice in speaking, listening comprehension, reading, writing, and translation in functional business areas such as economics, management, and marketing.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2210 , SPAN 3201 and an additional 3000- or 4000 level course (3202 recommended), or permission of department.
Cross-listed as: SPAN 4120 .
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LTAM 4121 - Advanced Business Spanish II
Credit Hours: (3)
Advanced studies in Business Spanish, intensive practice in speaking, listening comprehension, reading, writing, and translation in functional business areas such as marketing, finance, and import-export.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2210 , SPAN 3201 and an additional 3000- or 4000 level course (3202 recommended), or permission of department.
Cross-listed as: SPAN 4121 .
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LTAM 4302 - Caribbean Literature in English
Credit Hours: (3)
Topics include: loneliness, quest for identity, nationalism, protest, and the use of patois.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and at least one course in AFRS for AFRS majors.
Cross-listed as: AFRS 4102.
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LTAM 4310 - Studies in Spanish American Poetry
Credit Hours: (3)
Studies of 19th- and 20th-century Spanish American poetry
Prerequisite(s): two 3000 level courses or permission of department.
Cross-listed as: SPAN 4210 .
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LTAM 4311 - Studies in Spanish American Prose Fiction
Credit Hours: (3)
Studies of 19th- and 20th-century Spanish American prose fiction.
Prerequisite(s): two 3000 level courses or permission of department.
Cross-listed as: SPAN 4211 .
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LTAM 4312 - Studies in Spanish American Theater
Credit Hours: (3)
Studies of 20th-century Spanish American theater.
Prerequisite(s): two 3000 level courses or permission of department.
Cross-listed as: SPAN 4212 .
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LTAM 4314 - Studies in Hispanic Children’s Literature
Credit Hours: (3)
Literary works in Spanish written for children.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 3211 , SPAN 3212 ,or permission of department.
Cross-listed as: SPAN 4214 .
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LTAM 4315 - Studies in Regional Literature of the Americas
Credit Hours: (3)
Studies of Mexican, Central American, Caribbean, Andean, Amazonian, or Southern Cone literature. Readings from representative works. Works from non Spanish-speaking areas read in Spanish translation. May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 3211 , SPAN 3212 , or permission of department.
Cross-listed as: SPAN 4215 .
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LTAM 4316 - Social, Political, Cultural, Economic Issues in Hispanic Literature
Credit Hours: (3)
Contextual issues surrounding Hispanic literature.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 3211 or SPAN 3212 or permission of department.
Cross-listed as: SPAN 4216 .
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LTAM 4317 - Topics in Hispanic Culture and Civilization
Credit Hours: (3)
Various topics involving the fine arts: music, dance, art, film. Applicable toward Spanish major or minor only when taught in Spanish. May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 3211 , SPAN 3212 , or permission of department.
Cross-listed as: SPAN 4217 .
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LTAM 4318 - Cuban Literature
Credit Hours: (3)
Cuban literary works in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 3211 , SPAN 3212 , or permission of department.
Cross-listed as: SPAN 4218.
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LTAM 4322 - Studies in Advanced Business Spanish
Credit Hours: (3)
Advanced studies in special topics in Business Spanish (e.g., Tourism in Spain and Latin America, Free Trade in the Americas (NAFTA/TLCAN, Mercosur, The Andean Pact, CAFTADR), Socioeconomic Issues in the Greater Caribbean, Business and Technology in Latin America and Spain).
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 3201 , SPAN 3202 , or SPAN 3203 ; and SPAN 3220 or permission of department.
Cross-listed as: SPAN 4122 .
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LTAM 4350 - Studies in Latin American Literature
Credit Hours: (3)
Study of a predetermined topic in Latin American literature. May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
Prerequisite(s): two 3000 level courses or permission of department.
Cross-listed as: SPAN 4050 .
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LTAM 4600 - Seminar in Latin American Studies
Credit Hours: (3)
A capstone seminar involving in-depth research and analysis of a topic of common interest to Latin American Studies majors, and the elaboration of a senior writing project. May be taken more than once, in which case the second course will fulfill the capstone requirement.
Prerequisite(s): advanced junior or senior class status.
Other Requirements Satisfied: General Education - Writing in the Disciplines (W)
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LTAM 4700 - Senior Honors Thesis
Credit Hours: (3-6)
The preparation and presentation of an acceptable honors thesis.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, an overall minimum GPA of 3.25; permission of the Coordinator of Latin American Studies; and approval of a proposal through the Honors College Application to Candidacy process the semester prior to taking the course.
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MAED 3000 - Topics in Mathematics Education, Elementary
Credit Hours: (1-6)
Special topics in mathematics education for grades K-6. May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of department.
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MAED 3040 - Topics in Mathematics Education, Middle Grades
Credit Hours: (1-6)
Special topics in mathematics education for middle grades. May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of department.
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MAED 3070 - Topics in Mathematics Education, Secondary
Credit Hours: (1-6)
Special topics in mathematics education at the secondary level. May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of department.
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MAED 3222 - Teaching Mathematics to Elementary School Learners, Grades K-2
Credit Hours: (3)
This course is designed to help students develop knowledge and understanding of school mathematics and methods for teaching mathematics to children in grades K through 2. The course focuses on the importance of learning through manipulative and concrete experiences, and on planning lessons in which students develop their ideas through action and discussion.
Prerequisite(s): Students must be accepted as Elementary Education majors in the College of Education.
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MAED 3224 - Teaching Mathematics to Elementary School Learners, Grades 3-6
Credit Hours: (3)
This course is designed to help students develop knowledge and understanding of school mathematics and methods for teaching mathematics to children in Grades 3 through 6. The course includes a focus on planning and developing mathematics lessons and also includes the study of a variety of techniques for assessing student learning.
Prerequisite(s): MAED 3222 .
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MAED 4103 - Using Technology to Teach Secondary School Mathematics
Credit Hours: (3)
Technology as a tool for exploring mathematical ideas and representing mathematical concepts, including lab assignments related to using technology throughout the secondary school mathematics curriculum.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education or permission of department.
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MAED 4105 - Geometry in the Secondary School Mathematics Curriculum
Credit Hours: (3)
Study of geometry from synthetic, transformational, and algebraic perspectives including activities and software to enhance the conjecture/theorem/proof process.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education or permission of department.
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MAED 4232 - Teaching Mathematics to Middle School Learners
Credit Hours: (3)
The initial teaching methods course for middle school mathematics teachers. Focuses on middle school mathematics and its relation to the K-12 curriculum. Topics include: the development of teaching strategies and activities in middle school mathematics with an emphasis on problem solving, mathematical connections, communication and assessment, including school-based field experiences.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education or permission of department.
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MAED 4252 - Teaching Mathematics to Secondary School Learners
Credit Hours: (3)
The initial teaching methods course for secondary school mathematics teachers. Focuses on secondary school mathematics and its relation to the K-12 curriculum. Topics include: the development of teaching strategies and activities in middle school mathematics with an emphasis on problem solving, mathematical connections, communication and assessment, including school-based field experiences.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education or permission of department.
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MATH 0900 - Math Study Skills and Algebra Review
Credit Hours: (1)
Prepares students to be successful in college algebra or precalculus. Topics include: a review of elementary algebra, exponents and radicals, polynomial and rational functions, equations, and inequalities. Study skills needed to be successful in mathematics are an important part of this course. Placement in this course is based on an appropriate eligibility level of math placement and is restricted to students who do not have college-level math credit.
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MATH 1100 - College Algebra and Probability
Credit Hours: (3)
The basic mathematics course for undergraduates not majoring in Mathematics, Engineering, or the Physical Sciences. Fundamental concepts of algebra. Students who already have credit for MATH 1103 , MATH 1120 , MATH 1121 , or MATH 1241 with grade of C or above may not take MATH 1100 for credit and for a grade.
Prerequisite(s): Appropriate eligibility level of math placement or placement by the department.
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MATH 1102 - Introduction to Mathematical Thinking
Credit Hours: (3)
An introduction to mathematical ideas designed primarily for non-science students. Topics are drawn from various branches of mathematics which may include algebra, geometry, number theory, probability, statistics and graph theory. Computers may be used.
Prerequisite(s): Appropriate eligibility level of math placement or placement by the department.
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MATH 1103 - Precalculus Mathematics for Science and Engineering
Credit Hours: (3)
Functions and graphs, linear and quadratic functions, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric identities. Students who already have credit for MATH 1120 , MATH 1121 , or MATH 1241 with grade of C or above may not take MATH 1103 for credit and a grade.
Prerequisite(s): Appropriate eligibility level of math placement or placement by the department. Intended for students who plan to take MATH 1241 .
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MATH 1105 - Finite Mathematics
Credit Hours: (3)
Review of high school algebra, elementary matrix algebra, systems of linear equations and inequalities, elementary linear programming; probability.
Prerequisite(s): Appropriate eligibility level of math placement or placement by the department.
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MATH 1120 - Calculus
Credit Hours: (3)
Intended for students majoring in fields other than engineering, mathematics or science. Elements of differential and integral calculus for polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic functions, with applications to business and the social and life sciences. May not be taken for credit and a grade if credit has been received for MATH 1121 or MATH 1241 with grade of C or above.
Prerequisite(s): Appropriate eligibility level of math placement; MATH 1100 or MATH 1103 ; or placement by the department.
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MATH 1121 - Calculus for Engineering Technology
Credit Hours: (3)
Intended for students majoring in Engineering Technology. Elements of differential and integral calculus for polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions, with applications to engineering. May not be taken for credit and a grade if credit has been received for MATH 1120 or MATH 1241 with grade of C or above.
Prerequisite(s): Appropriate eligibility level of math placement; MATH 1100 or MATH 1103 ; or placement by the department.
Cross-listed as: ETGR 2171 .
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