2021-22 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

SPAN-4610 Advanced Spanish Grammar –Fa 3 hours Intensive review of high frequency grammatical structures problematic to non-native speakers of Spanish. Exploration of the history of the language as well as the theoretical aspects of the nature of language and the practical development of written and oral skills in Spanish. Prerequisite: permission of instructor . (even years) SPAN-4640 Research in Language and Culture –Fa 3 hours In-depth study of a particular topic of interest either through individual research or group discussion. Orientation may be interdisciplinary or author and genre specific. Capstone course. Prerequisite: major or minor in Spanish; permission of instructor. (odd years) SPAN-4650 3 hours Civilization and Literature of Latin America I –Fa A survey of the geography, history, culture, and literature of Latin America from the pre-Columbian period through the 19th century. Emphasis is on the diversity of Latin American society and the factors that have shaped it. Literary works will be studied for their literary significance within their socio-historical context. Prerequisite: SPAN-3640 Introduction to Hispanic Literature . (odd years) SPAN-4670 3 hours Civilization and Literature of Latin America II –Sp A survey of the history, culture, and literature of Latin America from the 19th century to the present. Emphasis will be on acquiring a greater awareness of current issues in Latin American society and understanding their contributing factors. Literary works will be studied for their literary significance within their socio-historical context. Prerequisite: SPAN-3640 Introduction to Hispanic Literature. (odd years) SPAN-4680 2 hours Advanced Conversation and Composition –Sp Development of oral and written communication skills at the advanced level as well as expansion of vocabulary dealing with a variety of contemporary topics. Prerequisite: SPAN-3610 Spanish Composition, SPAN-3620 Spanish Conversation, or permission of instructor. (even years) SPAN-4700 Independent Study in Spanish –Fa, Sp 1–3 hours Independent and intensive study in a particular area of the Spanish language, literature, or culture for individual students who demonstrate special interests and ability. SPAN-4740 Civilization and Literature of Spain I –Fa 3 hours A study of major literary works of Spain from the medieval and Renaissance periods to the 17th century, with emphasis placed on understanding works within their socio-historical context, as well as their literary significance. Geography, history, and culture of Spain from prehistoric civilizations to the 17th century. Prerequisites: SPAN-3640 Introduction to Hispanic Literature; permission of instructor. (even years) SPAN-4750 Civilization and Literature of Spain II –Sp 3 hours A study of major literary works of Spain from the 17th century to the present day, with emphasis placed on understanding works within their socio-historical context, as well as their literary significance. Geography, history, and culture of Spain from the 17th century to present. Prerequisites: SPAN-3640 Introduction to Hispanic Literature . (even years) SPAN-4760 Advanced Medical Spanish –Sp 2 hours Study of Spanish medical terminology and cross-cultural concepts essential for effective communication with Latino patients and their families in a variety of healthcare settings. Prerequisite: SPAN-2760 Spanish for Professionals. (odd years) SPAN-4770 1 hour Spanish Clinical Experience for Health Care Personnel –Fa, Sp A practical experience in which students minoring in Spanish for Healthcare Personnel assist healthcare professionals in clinical settings as they interact with Latino patients or clients. Prerequisite: SPAN-4760 Advanced Medical Spanish. SPAN-4790 20th Century Spanish Theatre –Sp 3 hours Selected reading and analysis of outstanding Peninsular theatre from Benavente, García Lorca, and other post-Civil War period dramatists. Prerequisites: SPAN-3640 Introduction to Hispanic Literature; permission of instructor . (even years) Department of History and Government Course Descriptions Anthropology (ANTH) ANTH-1800 Cultural Anthropology –Fa, Sp 3 hours Analysis of the concept and its importance for the study of man; an examination of various cultures of the world as they relate to technological, economic, social, political, and religious aspects of these cultures. ANTH-4940 1–3 hours Independent Study in Anthropology Provides the means whereby gifted and interested students may explore, in a more in-depth and intensive manner, general information acquired in the major courses. Further, independent study provides a logical way to complete required hours not obtained in normal sequencing. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Criminal Justice (CRJU) CRJU-1310 Introduction to Criminal Justice –Fa 3 hours Introduction to the discipline and institutions of criminal justice in the United States. Law enforcement, the courts, and corrections will be recognized as a system with interacting and interdependent institutions. An understanding and comprehensive view of the formal criminal justice system is essential. (Fee: $60) CRJU-2200 Criminology –Fa 3 hours Introduction to the major criminological perspectives regarding crime causation. Selected notorious crimes are considered as case studies to enhance understanding of each perspective. Crosslisted as CRJU or SOC. CRJU-2310 Juvenile Delinquency –Fa 3 hours Study and assessment of causal theory and problems of correction and prevention of delinquency. Crosslisted as CRJU or SOC (Fee: $15) CRJU-2840 Concepts of Chemical Dependency –Fa 3 hours Available to all students. This course presents an overview of the social, economic, political, legal, spiritual, and ethical considerations concerning the use and abuse of alcohol and other drugs in our culture. A primary emphasis of the course includes application of a biblical perspective to assess use of various philosophies and perspectives on drugs and abuse. Treatment and prevention options for individuals and families will be discussed. Crosslisted as CRJU, PYCH, SOC, or SWK. CRJU-3300 Corrections –Fa 3 hours In-depth consideration of probation, penology, and community supervision sectors of the field of criminal justice. (Fee: $30) CRJU-3310 Corrections Administration –Fa 3 hours Contemporary issues related to management of correctional organizations from the administrator’s perspective within the context of legal and political parameters. Prerequisite: CRJU-1310 Introduction to Criminal Justice. Page 274 2021–22 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Course Descriptions SPAN-4610 – CRJU-3310 HISTORY AND GOVERNMENT