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† HIST 468 - Independent Study
Spring (3) Staff
A tutorial designed primarily for history majors who wish to pursue independent study of a problem or topic. Programs of study will be arranged individually with a faculty supervisor. Admission by consent of the chair of the department. Students must have a 3.0 cumulative grade point average to pursue independent study in history. (These courses may be repeated for credit if there is no duplication of topic.)
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HIST 490C - Capstone Seminar
Fall (4) Staff
Topics vary by semester. Note: For current offerings, please consult the course schedule posted on my.wm.edu. (These courses may be repeated for credit if there is no duplication of topic.)
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HIST 491C - Capstone Seminar
Spring (4) Staff
Topics vary by semester. Note: For current offerings, please consult the course schedule posted on my.wm.edu. (These courses may be repeated for credit if there is no duplication of topic.)
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HIST 492 - Problems in Modern History
Fall or Spring (3) Staff
Topics change each year. (This course may be repeated for credit if there is no duplication of topic.)
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† HIST 495 - Honors
Fall and Spring (3) Staff
Students admitted to honors study in history will be enrolled in this course during both semesters of their senior year. Each candidate will be responsible for (a) reading and discussion of a selected list of books in some specific area of historical literature; (b) submission of a scholarly thesis to his or her advisor two weeks before the last day of classes of his or her graduating semester; (c) a comprehensive oral examination. Admission by consent of the department chair. The department’s honors program guidelines are available on the department’s website and in hard copy (consult the department secretary). Note: For College provisions governing the Admission to Honors, see Honors and Special Programs under Requirements for Degrees in this catalog.
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† HIST 496 - Honors
Fall and Spring (3) Staff
Students admitted to honors study in history will be enrolled in this course during both semesters of their senior year. Each candidate will be responsible for (a) reading and discussion of a selected list of books in some specific area of historical literature; (b) submission of a scholarly thesis to his or her advisor two weeks before the last day of classes of his or her graduating semester; (c) a comprehensive oral examination. Admission by consent of the department chair. The department’s honors program guidelines are available on the department’s website and in hard copy (consult the department secretary). Note: For College provisions governing the Admission to Honors, see Honors and Special Programs under Requirements for Degrees in this catalog.
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HIST 499 - Internship in History
Fall, Spring, Summer (1-3) Staff
This designation is used for internships that would count towards the major in history. Each internship application can be approved only by the department’s Director of Undergraduate Studies who will decide whether the internship meets the academic standards and work requirements of the
history department.
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INTR 150W - Freshman Seminar
Fall and Spring (4) Staff
A course designed to introduce freshmen to topics in interdisciplinary studies. All interdisciplinary freshman seminars satisfy the lower division writing requirement.
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INTR 160 - Digital Information Literacy
Spring (1) Swem Reference Staff
Examines how computers process digital information; communicating using computers; security and privacy issues; analyzing research needs; finding information electronically; evaluating the information found; and information ethics.
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INTR 204 - GIS In the Earth and Environmental Sciences
Fall and Spring (3) Hamilton Prerequisite(s): ENSP 101 or GEOL 101 , GEOL 110 or GEOL 150W
This course will provide an introduction to using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) as a tool in earth and environmental science and policy. Emphasis will be on hands-on application of GIS to create maps, to organize and visualize spatial data, and to query spatial data to elucidate answers to earth and environmental questions
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INTR 322 - Introduction to Library Resources
Fall and Spring (1) Showalter
Course Objectives: to gain an understanding of the role of libraries and information in American culture and society today; to acquire a theoretical and logical approach to information gathering; to learn the practical skills of identifying, locating, evaluating, and effectively using print and electronic information sources.
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INTR 350 - Emergent Dialogues: The Intersection of Art and Science
Summer (4) Bagdassarian, Mead
Three-week intensive course straddling art and science. Motivated by the science of complex systems thinking, students will create sculptures interacting with the landscape of Matoaka Woods. This course will foster a creative, interdisciplinary, and reciprocal dialogue between artists and scientists.
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INTR 455 - Pilgrimage Studies Seminar
Summer (3) Jenkins, Greenia Prerequisite(s): Instructor Permission (GER 7)
Intensive seminar on pilgrimage studies in Santiago, Spain, a major goal of Christian quests in a medieval and modern times. Interdisciplinary approaches to travel for transformation in diverse traditions through an examination of history, monuments, and current religious and touristic practices.
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INTR 456 - Pilgrimage Studies Field Research
Summer (4) Jenkins, Greenia Corequisite(s): INTR 455 . (GER 7)
Intensive guided field research on pilgrimage studies and practices In Santiago, Spain, or on the pilgrimage trails leading to its shrine. Interdisciplinary approaches to travel for transformation through mentored data collection and analysis on history, monuments, and current religious and touristic practices.
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INTR 470 - Leadership Theory and Application
Summer (3) Stelljes
This course aims to help students think critically about what makes for successful leaders in the public sector. Lessons and examples are drawn from
history, communication studies, education, philosophy, sociology, and politics as well as from the field of social entrepreneurship. The class will explore the complex challenges that affect our communities today. This innovative curriculum combines rigorous academic work with a variety of
site visits to locations and agencies throughout Washington DC.Through lectures, discussions, debates, readings and writing assignments, students will develop a deeper perspective from which to interpret, question, reflect upon, and engage with the underlying issues within engaged community leadership. (Cross-listed with EDUC 470 )
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† INTR 480 - Independent Study
Fall and Spring (1-4) Staff
For majors who have completed most of their major requirements and who have secured approval of the Committee on Honors and Interdisciplinary Studies and that of the instructor(s) concerned. An interdisciplinary major may include no more than six hours of Independent Study.
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* INTR 491 - Short Course in Interdisciplinary Studies
Fall and Spring (1) Staff
This course may be repeated for credit if topics vary.
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† INTR 495 - Interdisciplinary Honors
Fall, Spring (3) Staff
Students admitted to Interdisciplinary Honors will be enrolled in this course during both semesters of their senior year. Each candidate will be responsible for: (a) formulating a program of study in consultation with a faculty advisor; (b) submission of an Honors essay two weeks before the last day of classes of the semester in which the essay is being completed; (c) satisfactory performance in an oral examination on the subject matter of the Honors essay. The procedures and standards for Interdisciplinary Honors will be those in force in the department of the students primary faculty advisor. The primary faculty advisor, with the approval of CHIS, may make appropriate changes to those procedures and standards. Requests for these exceptions must accompany the student’s proposal to do Honors. Note: For College provisions governing the Admission to Honors, see catalog section titled Honors and Special Programs.
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† INTR 496 - Interdisciplinary Honors
Fall, Spring (3) Staff
Students admitted to Interdisciplinary Honors will be enrolled in this course during both semesters of their senior year. Each candidate will be responsible for: (a) formulating a program of study in consultation with a faculty advisor; (b) submission of an Honors essay two weeks before the last day of classes of the semester in which the essay is being completed; (c) satisfactory performance in an oral examination on the subject matter of the Honors essay. The procedures and standards for Interdisciplinary Honors will be those in force in the department of the students primary faculty advisor. The primary faculty advisor, with the approval of CHIS, may make appropriate changes to those procedures and standards. Requests for these exceptions must accompany the student’s proposal to do Honors. Note: For College provisions governing the Admission to Honors, see catalog section titled Honors and Special Programs.
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INTR 499 - Washington Semester Internship
Fall and Spring (6) Summer (3) Staff Corequisite(s): Enrollment in Washington Program
This course combines an internship experience in Washington, D.C., with individual research supervised by the Washington Program instructor and results in a substantial paper. Only students already accepted into the Washington Program are eligible to enroll.
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INRL 300 - International Relations in Disciplinary Perspectives
Fall and Spring (4) Staff Prerequisite(s): GOVT 204 ; ECON 101 & ECON 102 ; HIST 192 .
INRL 300 is a course that addresses contemporary issues in international relations from three distinct disciplinary perspectives. It examines what these disciplines can tell us about issues driving the choices of states, firms, NGOs, social groups, consumers, and citizens.
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INRL 300D - International Relations in Disciplinary Perspectives
Fall and Spring (4) Staff Prerequisite(s): GOVT 204 ; ECON 101 & ECON 102 ; HIST 192 .
INRL 300 is a course that addresses contemporary issues in international relations from three distinct disciplinary perspectives. It examines what these disciplines can tell us about issues driving the choices of states, firms, NGOs, social groups, consumers, and citizens.
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INRL 390 - Topics in International Relations
Fall or Spring (1-4) Staff
Selected topics in International Relations are offered occasionally. The topic to be considered will be announced prior to the beginning of the semester. These courses may be repeated for credit.
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INRL 391 - Short Course in International Relations
Fall or Spring (1) Staff
Selected topics in International Relations are offered occasionally. The topic to be considered will be announced prior to the beginning of the semester. These courses may be repeated for credit.
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INRL 480 - Independent Study in International Relations
Fall and Spring (3) Staff
Independent Study is an option for majors who have completed most of their major requirements and who have secured approval from a supervising instructor. An IR major can include no more than six hours of independent study. Forms for this purpose are available from the IR program or may be downloaded from the Program’s web site.
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INRL 495 - Senior Honors in International Relations
Fall, Spring (3) Staff
Students who wish to conduct an honors project must apply for admission to the Senior Honors program. As part of the application, students must submit a prospectus to the Charles Center by the end of classes in the academic semester before the project is to begin. A prospectus includes: (1) a clear statement of the problem to be researched; (2) a brief, critical review of scholarly literature on the research topic; (3) a description of the methodology to be employed; (4) and an approximate schedule of work. Eligible applicants must carry a 3.4 grade point average in International Relations and must also meet the College eligibility standard of 3.0 overall or in their junior year. For further information and an application, contact the Charles Center. Students admitted into the Senior Honors program in International Relations will enroll in these courses during both semesters of their senior year. Honors candidates are responsible for (1) formulating and completing a program of study in consultation with a faculty advisor; (2) meeting with the committee prior to the end of the first semester to present preliminary work, (3) preparation and presentation, by two weeks before the last day of classes in the spring semester, of an honors essay; and (4) satisfactory performance in a comprehensive oral examination which focuses on the subject matter of the honors essay. Note: For College provisions governing admission to the Senior Honors program, see the discussion of major honors elsewhere in this catalog and the Charles Center web site.
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INRL 496 - Senior Honors in International Relations
Fall, Spring (3) Staff
Students who wish to conduct an honors project must apply for admission to the Senior Honors program. As part of the application, students must submit a prospectus to the Charles Center by the end of classes in the academic semester before the project is to begin. A prospectus includes: (1) a clear statement of the problem to be researched; (2) a brief, critical review of scholarly literature on the research topic; (3) a description of the methodology to be employed; (4) and an approximate schedule of work. Eligible applicants must carry a 3.4 grade point average in International Relations and must also meet the College eligibility standard of 3.0 overall or in their junior year. For further information and an application, contact the Charles Center. Students admitted into the Senior Honors program in International Relations will enroll in these courses during both semesters of their senior year. Honors candidates are responsible for (1) formulating and completing a program of study in consultation with a faculty advisor; (2) meeting with the committee prior to the end of the first semester to present preliminary work, (3) preparation and presentation, by two weeks before the last day of classes in the spring semester, of an honors essay; and (4) satisfactory performance in a comprehensive oral examination which focuses on the subject matter of the honors essay. Note: For College provisions governing admission to the Senior Honors program, see the discussion of major honors elsewhere in this catalog and the Charles Center web site.
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INRL 498 - Internship
Fall and Spring credits to be arranged Staff
An internship offers work experience while providing opportunities to apply and develop ideas, languages and research techniques outside the classroom. Internships must be developed in cooperation with an on-site internship supervisor and a sponsoring William and Mary faculty member and must be approved in advance.
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KINE 101 - Fitness, Leadership & Aging
Fall and Spring (2) K. Charles
This course is designed to introduce students to the facilitation of fitness activities primarily for older adults. It includes techniques for resistance training, cardiovascular training, balance, warm up, cool down, stretching, the basics of program design and field work with older adults.
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KINE 104 - Yoga
Fall and Spring (1) K. Charles
This course is designed as an introduction to “Iyengar yoga.” We focus on developing strength, flexibility, and awareness through practicing postures and breath awareness (adaptable to all somatotypes and disabilities).
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KINE 105 - Judo
Fall and Spring (1) Horvath
This course enables the student the opportunity to learn judo principles and be introduced to Olympic sport judo.
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KINE 106 - Tai Chi
Fall and Spring (1) K. Charles
Tai chi is a centuries-old Chinese discipline. It emphasizes an awareness of the interdependence of mind and body while enhancing health, self-cultivation and inner calm.
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KINE 120 - Ski/Snowboard Maine
Fall (1) Whitley
This course involves is an 8-10 day trip to a Maine ski resort during the winter break. Instruction will be given in both skiing and snowboarding. This course may be repeated for credit. There is a fee associated with this course.
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KINE 122 - SCUBA
Fall and Spring (1) Staff
This course is designed as an introduction to scuba diving. By completing all requirements the student will be ready to undertake the open water training dives to achieve certification.
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KINE 130 - Adventure Games
Fall and Spring (1) Drake, Whitley.
This class provides a challenging experience through “new games,” ropes and initiatives course, climbing, rappelling, prussiking and aerobic games. Emphasis is placed on group cooperation and a willingness to try.
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KINE 140 - White Water Canoeing
Fall and Spring (1) Staff
This course is designed to introduce students to tandem canoeing on Class I-II white water. This class culminates with a one day white water paddling trip.
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KINE 141 - White Water II
Fall and Spring (1) Staff Prerequisite(s): KINE 140 or KINE 154 or consent of instructor.
An intermediate level course open to canoes and kayaks. The emphasis is more advanced level strokes and maneuvers and refinement of rescue and self-rescue skills appropriate for lower intermediate whitewater.
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KINE 153 - Self Defense
Fall and Spring (1) Horvath
This course enables the student the opportunity to defend themselves in various threatening situations. Students will learn a global and unique approach to self-defense through judo techniques.
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KINE 154 - Kayaking
Fall and Spring (1) Drake, Whitley
Prepares beginners to kayak on Class II whitewater. Material covers safety practices, strokes, lake and river maneuvers, river reading, self-rescue including the Eskimo roll and proper equipment. Field experience planned.
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KINE 164 - Rock Climbing I
Fall and Spring (1) Whitley
This beginning course introduces students to basic rock climbing, belaying and rappelling techniques. Skills include climbing, belaying, rappelling, knot tying, anchor systems, self-rescue, equipment selection and care, terminology, and communications.
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KINE 165 - Rock Climbing II
Fall and Spring (1) Whitley
An intermediate level class that increases depth and breadth of climbing, belaying and rappelling skills, including rescue, mental and physical conditioning, movement techniques, and an understanding of lead climbing practices.
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KINE 175 - Weight Training
Fall and Spring (1) K. Charles
This course is designed to provide the beginning weight trainer with the information and skills necessary to establish and work toward goals in the areas of muscular strength, size, endurance, and/or toning.
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KINE 177 - Winter Camping
Fall and Spring (1) Drake.
This class introduces the beginner to the exciting activities of the winter environment during a week- long trip during spring break. Skills include cross country skiing, snow shoeing, skating, sledding, mountaineering, snow shelters, star gazing, and safety. Students spend two nights outside, otherwise accommodations are provided in an outdoor education center.
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KINE 180 - Outdoor Leadership
Fall and Spring (1) Drake, Whitley Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
This course is designed to give those students with previous experience in a particular outdoor activity an opportunity to work under the supervision of a professional outdoor educator as a teaching assistant.
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KINE 181 - Fitness Leadership
Fall and Spring (1) K. Charles Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
This course is designed to give those students with previous experience in a particular fitness activity an opportunity to work under the supervision of a professional fitness educator as a teaching assistant. This course may be repeated one time for credit.
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KINE 182 - Ballroom Dance Leadership
Fall and Spring (1) Rushforth Prerequisite(s): KINE 185
This course is designed to give those students with previous experience in ballroom dance an opportunity to work under the supervision of a professional ballroom dance instructor as a teaching assistant.
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KINE 185 - Ballroom Dance I
Fall and Spring (1) Rushforth (GER 6)
This course is designed to introduce students to beginning ballroom dance including social dance skills. The students will obtain dance fundamentals in rhythm, dance position, and leading/following skills. We will learn the following dances: Waltz, Viennese Waltz, Foxtrot, Cha-Cha, Swing, and Jive.
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KINE 186 - Ballroom Dance II
Fall and Spring (1) Rushforth Prerequisite(s): KINE 185 . (GER6)
This course is designed to help students apply and perfect the skills learned in Ballroom I. The students will have the opportunity to choreograph and perform their own dances. While actively involved in creating dances we will expand upon the dances learned in Ballroom I.
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KINE 191 - Adventure Sports Leadership
Fall and Spring (2) Whitley
Learn the theory and application of adventure oriented leadership In a dunamic, active setting. Topics include leadership theory, group dynamics, group facilitation, trip planning, risk management, wilderness living/survival skills, basic adventure sports skills, instructional practices, and more. Students will gain experiencee and knowledge in basic wilderness living and sports skills through regular class experiencee and a weekend backpacking trip during the course.
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KINE 196 - Topics in Physical Activity
Fall and Spring (1) Staff
Topics not covered in regular offerings. Topics and instructor will vary from year to year.
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KINE 198 - Ropes Course Facilitation
Fall and Spring (2) Drake Corequisite(s): Ropes facilitation II.
This course is designed to prepare students to work as ropes course facilitators. It will provide activities, games, strategies, and techniques that will enable a facilitator to assist groups in achieving their goals on a ropes and initiatives course.
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KINE 150 - Freshman Seminar
Fall and Spring (3-4) Staff
An intensive exploration of a specific topic in kinesiology through reading, writing and discussion.
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KINE 150W - Freshman Seminar
Fall and Spring (3-4) Staff
An intensive exploration of a specific topic in kinesiology through reading, writing and discussion.
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KINE 200 - Introduction to the Human Body
Fall (3) Deschenes (GER2B)
A broad-based examination of the human body. Structure and function of cells, tissues, and organ systems will be examined in a variety of applications such as lifespan, environmental and evolutionary adaptations. This course is not appropriate for premed students.
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KINE 204 - Introduction to Kinesiology & Health Sciences
Fall and Summer (3) Staff
An introduction to the study of human movement with emphasis upon historical, philosophical, socio-cultural, physiological, biomechanical and psychological aspects. This course provides an integrated set of general principles which are an appropriate preparation for further study in kinesiology and health sciences.
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KINE 270 - Foundations of Epidemiology
Fall, Spring (3) Ickes
An introduction to the core concepts of epidemiology, which is a study of the distribution of disease within a population and the factors that influence that distribution. The course will apply an epidemiologic lens to current issues in public health and clinical medicine.
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KINE 280 - Introduction to Public Health
Spring (3) Ickes
An introduction to the key concepts and considerations in public health research and practice. Selected public health topics will be presented from biomedical, epidemiologic, socio-cultural, and policy perspectives In the context of low, middle, and high-Income countries.
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KINE 290 - Introduction to Global Health
Fall and Spring (3) Scott
The course will introduce students to health issues around the world. Emphasis will be placed on social, economic, political, and environmental determinants of health, and health inequities.
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KINE 295 - Health-related Exercise Prescription
Fall (3) Staff (GER 2B)
This course addresses the scientific basis of designing exercise programs to promote health among individuals of all ages, and both sexes. Special concerns (e.g. pregnancy, pre-diabetes, arthritis) will also be featured. It will NOT address the conditioning of elite athletic performance. Principles of overload, progression, and specificity are covered as well as intensity, frequency, duration, and mode. Various methods of training (endurance, Interval, resistance, cross-training) are featured. Finally, the detrimental effects of disuse, such as limb immobilization or bed rest, will be discussed
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KINE 300 - The Social and Behavioral Sciences in Health
Fall (3) Scott
The course will introduce students to historical and current applications of the social and behavioral sciences in public health research and practice. The course will also examine social and behavioral determinants of health equity.
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KINE 301 - Public Health and Physical Activity
Spring (3) Scott
The course will explore behavioral, social, and environmental determinants of physical activity. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of these issues to the obesity epidemic, and to widening health disparities based on class and race.
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KINE 303 - Human Anatomy
Fall, Spring and Summer (3) McCoy Prerequisite(s): KINE 200 or BIOL 220 or BIOL 225 .
Gross and histological study of the human organism with particular emphasis on the neuro-muscular systems as related to human movement.
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KINE 304 - Human Physiology
Spring (3) Deschenes Prerequisite(s): KINE 200 or BIOL 220 or BIOL 225 . (GER 2B)
Detailed study of the manner in which different organ systems of the human body function.
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KINE 305 - Human Physiology Lab
Spring (1) Looft-Wilson Prereq/Corequisite(s): KINE 304 .
Experiments and demonstrations illustrating nerve and muscle function, sensory physiology, reflex activities, heart function and blood pressure and renal responses to fluid intake. Two laboratory hours. There is a fee associated with the laboratory.
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KINE 308 - Biomechanics of Human Movement
Spring (3) McCoy Prerequisite(s): KINE 303 . Corequisite(s): KINE 308L.
A study of the mechanical principles of the human body during movement. Two class hours, two laboratory hours. There is a fee associated with the laboratory.
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KINE 314 - Dissection Human Anatomy Lab
Fall , Spring and Summer (1) McCoy Prereq/Corequisite(s): KINE 303 .
Examination of the human body through detailed cadaver dissection. Emphasis is placed on the skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems of the body. Four laboratory hours. There is a fee associated with this laboratory.
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KINE 315 - Human Anatomy Lab
Fall , Spring and Summer (1) McCoy Prereq/Corequisite(s): KINE 303 .
Examination of the human body through detailed cadaver examination. Emphasis is placed on the skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems of the body. Two laboratory hours. There is a fee associated with this laboratory.
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KINE 320 - Issues in Health
Spring (3) Harris
Contemporary issues in health are examined. These issues include immunity and AIDS; cancer and genetics; cardiovascular health and assisted suicides and abortion.
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KINE 321 - Health and Human Movement
Fall (3) Staff
A survey of several contemporary topics in health including but not limited to mental/emotional health, cardiovascular health, human sexuality, nutrition, psychoactive drugs, alcohol and ethical issues.
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KINE 322 - Motor Learning
Fall and Spring (3) Kohl
An introduction to the principles and concepts of learning basic to the acquisition and performance of physical skills. Factors and conditions affecting skill learning will be stressed. Emphasis will be placed on practical applications in instructional setting.
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KINE 335 - Play, Sport and Culture
Summer (3) J. Charles
An interdisciplinary examination of the significance of play, sport and other forms of human movement as socio-cultural phenomena. The course incorporates cross cultural analysis of play as an acculturation process and sport as an established institution.
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KINE 340 - Motor Development
Summer (3) Kohl (GER 3)
This course is designed to examine the growth and development of motor skills throughout the entire life span, and to investigate the changes in motor development from childhood and adolescence through older adulthood.
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KINE 350 - Science of Nutrition
Fall, Spring and Summer (3) Kambis (GER2B)
An introductory course beginning with the anatomy and physiology of the gastrointestinal system. Individual nutrients are discussed and there is an in depth treatment of life cycle nutrition issues.
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KINE 352 - Nutrition and the Brain
Spring and Summer (3) Kambis (GER 2B, 3)
Although the science of nutrition and brain function is relatively new and is still evolving, certain nutrients In foods are known to be essential to human brain function. Through exploration of past and current research in the area of nutrition science, students will be exposed to the development of the body of literature exploring the effects of various nutrients found in food and how these nutrients affect the brain and subsequent behavior.
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KINE 355 - International Nutrition
Fall (3) Ickes
This course uses physiologic, socio-cultural, and political-economic perspectives and multiple theoretical frameworks to examine the causes and
consequences of poor nutrition in the global context, with an emphasis on low- and middle-income countries.
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KINE 360 - Physiology of Aging
Fall (3) Looft-Wilson
An introduction to the theories of aging, the physiological changes associated with aging, and common diseases of aging. Class discussion involves a survey of the basic scientific literature in aging research.
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KINE 365 - Current Scholarship in Kinesiology & Health Sciences
Fall and Spring (1) Staff
Consent of instructor required. Issues will be studied in conjunction with attendance at a regional or national professional meeting. Graded Graded pass/fail. This class may be repeated for credit.
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KINE 380 - Introduction to Clinical Practice
Fall, Spring (3) Connell
This course addresses principles of contemporary health care. Students are introduced to concepts in quality practice and economic issues affecting current health care delivery.
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KINE 393 - Health Ethics
Fall, Spring (3) J. Charles (GER7)
An introduction to health-related ethical problems and the nature of ethical reasoning. Emphasis upon ethical problem-solving in personal, public, and environmental health for Kinesiology & Health Sciences and Environmental Science/Studies majors.
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KINE 394 - Statistics and Evaluation
Fall (3) Staff Prerequisite(s): KINE 204 or KINE 304 . (GER 1)
An introduction to the use of statistics within the process of evaluation. Descriptive and inferential statistical procedures including confidence intervals, correlation, t-tests, and analysis of variance are covered. Proper application of those procedures during the evaluation of data is emphasized.
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KINE 400 - Sport Psychology
Spring (3) Connelly (GER 3)
This course is designed as an introduction to the study of psychological dimensions to sport. Various topics which will be included: behavior change in sport, motivation, personality factors and the elite athlete. Structure of the course also allows the student to investigate topics of individual interest.
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KINE 405 - Maternal, Neonatal, and Child Health
Spring (3) Buchanan Prerequisite(s): KINE 270 or KINE 280 or KINE 290 or instructor permission
The course will explore medical and social aspects of maternal, neonatal, and child health, with an emphasis on health systems and the continuum of care for women and children. Basic knowledge of global public health or epidemiology is expected.
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KINE 422 - Motor Control
Fall (3) Kohl Prerequisite(s): KINE 322 .
Detailed study of issues associated with motor control. Drawing heavily from epistemology, neurology, cognitive science and motor behavior research the students will be expected to integrate and generalize such information to different clinical contexts.
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KINE 442 - Exercise Physiology
Fall (4) Harris Prerequisite(s): KINE 304 or consent of instructor. Corequisite(s): KINE 442L.
An in-depth study of the physiological aspects of exercise, fatigue, coordination, training and growth; functional tests with normal and abnormal subjects; investigations and independent readings. There is a fee associated with the laboratory.
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KINE 450 - Cardiovascular Physiology
Spring (3) Looft-Wilson Prerequisite(s): KINE 304 or BIOL 225 or consent of instructor.
A concentrated study of the normal function of the heart and blood vessels, coordinated responses of the cardiovascular system, and general features of cardiovascular diseases. Class discussion involves a survey of the basic scientific literature in cardiovascular research.
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KINE 455 - Physiology of Obesity
Spring (3) Looft-Wilson Prerequisite(s): KINE 304 or BIOL 225 or consent of instructor.
A seminar course examining the physiology of body weight regulation, mechanisms of diseases that are associated with obesity and inactivity, and the role of the fat cell and its secretions in the disease process.
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KINE 460 - Topics in Kinesiology & Health Sciences
Fall and Spring (2-3) Staff
Topics not covered in regular offerings. Subjects, prerequisites and instructor will vary from year to year. Course may be repeated for credit if the topic varies.
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† KINE 470 - Independent Study in Kinesiology & Health Sciences
Fall, Spring and Summer (1-3) Staff Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
An independent study program for the advanced student involving reading, research and the writing of a paper. Course may be repeated for credit if the topic varies.
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† KINE 471 - Independent Study in Kinesiology & Health Sciences
Fall, Spring and Summer (1-3) Staff Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
An independent study program for the advanced student involving reading, research and the writing of a paper. Course may be repeated for credit if the topic varies.
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† KINE 480 - Kinesiology & Health Sciences Research
Fall, Spring (1-3) Staff Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
A course for the advanced student affording an opportunity for independent laboratory or field research under the supervision of a faculty member. Course may be repeated for credit if the topic varies.
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† KINE 481 - Kinesiology & Health Sciences Research
Fall, Spring (1-3) Staff Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
A course for the advanced student affording an opportunity for independent laboratory or field research under the supervision of a faculty member. Course may be repeated for credit if the topic varies.
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KINE 485 - Cellular Basis of Neuromuscular Physiology
Fall (3) Deschenes Prerequisite(s): KINE 304 , BIOL 220 or BIOL 225 or consent of instructor.
A detail study of the neuromuscular system and its exercise-induced adaptations at the cellular and biochemical levels. Topics include the development of the neuromuscular system, organization of motor units, characteristics of different muscle fiber types, substrate utilization and causes of fatigue.
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KINE 493 - Philosophy in Kinesiology & Health Sciences
Fall and Spring (3) J. Charles (GER 7)
Philosophical principles in the context of human movement. Examination of the relationship of the mind and body and the distinctions between western and eastern attitudes towards the physical. Analysis of the ethics and the aesthetics of the kinesthetic dimension.
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KINE 494 - Environmental Human Physiology
Spring (3) Kambis Prerequisite(s): KINE 442 or consent of instructor.
Lectures and applied research will determine how heat, cold, high terrestrial altitude, hyperbaric conditions, and air pollution affect human performance.
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† KINE 495 - Honors
Fall, Spring (3) Staff
Students admitted to Honors study in kinesiology will enroll for both semesters of their senior year. Requirements include (a) supervised readings in the field of interest, (b)the preparation and presentation by April 15 of an Honors essay or an Honors thesis based on the students own research, and (c)satisfactory performance in an oral examination based on the Honors project and related background. Consult the chair for eligibility, admission and continuance requirements. Note: For College provisions governing the Admission to Honors, see catalog section titled Honors and Special Programs.
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† KINE 496 - Honors
Fall, Spring (3) Staff
Students admitted to Honors study in kinesiology will enroll for both semesters of their senior year. Requirements include (a) supervised readings in the field of interest, (b)the preparation and presentation by April 15 of an Honors essay or an Honors thesis based on the students own research, and (c)satisfactory performance in an oral examination based on the Honors project and related background. Consult the chair for eligibility, admission and continuance requirements. Note: For College provisions governing the Admission to Honors, see catalog section titled Honors and Special Programs.
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† KINE 498 - Internship
Fall, Spring and Summer (3) J. Charles, Kambis, Kohl, McCoy Prerequisite(s): Kinesiology & Health Sciences Major.
A structured learning experience designed to complement and expand on the student’s academic course work. This course includes readings in related areas, portfolios, written reports and on-site supervision.
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LATN 101 - Elementary Latin
Fall and Spring (4) Staff Prerequisite(s): For LATN 102 : LATN 101 or departmental placement.
This course is designed to equip the student with a mastery of the structure of the Latin language and with knowledge of basic vocabulary. There are translations from appropriate Latin texts and parallel study of pertinent aspects of Roman life and history.
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LATN 102 - Elementary Latin
Fall and Spring (4) Staff Prerequisite(s): For LATN 102: LATN 101 or departmental placement.
This course is designed to equip the student with a mastery of the structure of the Latin language and with knowledge of basic vocabulary. There are translations from appropriate Latin texts and parallel study of pertinent aspects of Roman life and history.
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LATN 201 - Introduction to Latin Prose
Fall (3) Irby Prerequisite(s): LATN 102 or departmental placement.
There will be a review of forms and syntax, after which some major prose author will be read at length.
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