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Courses


 

German

  
  • GER 321 - German Composition


    Stresses the acquisition of grammar skills through original composition.

    Requisites: GER 212 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • GER 332 - German Conversation


    Oral proficiency is to be acquired through both guided and free discussion.

    Requisites: GER 212 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • GER 340 - German Civilization


    A survey course of German culture from the Middle Ages to the present time including readings, discussion, and research on such cultural elements as the arts, social institutions, politics and historical events.

    Requisites: GER 212 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 4 cr

4 cr
  
  • GER 390 - Special Topics


    A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and the transcript.

    Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 1-4 cr

1-4 cr
  
  • GER 391 - Special Seminar in German


    A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and transcript.

    Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 1-4 cr

1-4 cr
  
  • GER 455 - Intensive Language Review


    This course is a comprehensive review of the major elements of written and oral German. This will include extensive practice of the more difficult grammatical structures as well as the addition of idiomatic expressions. Course work includes written and oral review exercises, compositions, presentations and discussions.

    Requisites: GER 321 or GER 332 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 4 cr

4 cr
  
  • GER 491 - Seminar in Germanic Studies


    A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and transcript.

    Requisites: Instructor permission. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • GER 499 - Directed Study


    Student must submit a plan of study for approval before enrolling. Intensive study of an author, literary form or period or some aspect of the German language.

    Requisites: Instructor permission. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 1-4 cr

1-4 cr

Health Science

  
  • HS 109 - Neuroscience and Society


    As the field of neuroscience increases our understanding of how the brain generates and controls behaviors and ideas, questions are raised that confront societal definitions of mind and body, free will, personal responsibility, and more. This course aims to unravel the ethical implications of the intersection of neuroscience and society. These ideas will be examined through peer-reviewed readings, personal reflections, class discussions, debates and formal writing. Topics and exercises are designed to help students understand different points of view than their own and to gain an understanding of what it is like to have altered mentation, i.e. a brain disease or disability.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 200 - Introduction to Health Science


    This course is designed to expose the aspiring health science major to issues critical for their professional development in the field of health science. It will focus on assisting the student in developing strategies to meet academic and career aspirations and helping them understand how to prepare for and succeed in meeting their goals.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 201 - Introduction to Health Science Research


    An introduction to the fundamental principles of research methodology and analytics as applied to conducting research in the health sciences. The course covers the fundamentals of defining a research problem, designing a study, measuring variables, selecting a sample, analyzing data, and the development of research reports and presentations. Emphasis is placed on developing skills needed for analyzing research and assessment of health behaviors and health problems.

    Requisites: ENGL 212, and MATH 132A, MATH 132B, PSYC 299 or PS 225! (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 209 - Neuroscience Seminar I


    The first of three neuroscience seminars intended to provide the neuroscience major with a broad exposure to the current questions and experimental approaches in neuroscience. Course themes will vary year to year. In general, the course material will present and illustrate current concepts, techniques, and challenges in the neurosciences in a “Journal Club” like setting where students will present, evaluate, and discuss current topics. Additionally, in Neuroscience Seminar I students will be exposed to professional development perspectives and career opportunities that might be of interest to new neuroscience majors, in both the basic and applied sciences.

    Requisites: Declared Neuroscience Major and Sophomore standing.

    Credits: 2 cr

2 cr
  
  • HS 220 - Information Management in Health Care and Medical Terminology


    Provides an introduction to the fundamentals of healthcare delivery and how the broad range of electronic information technology is used in health promotion, care and payment. Topics include introduction to the electronic health record, information systems, information technology in public health and research. Introduces elements of medical terminology through a self-paced analysis of vocabulary construction including: prefix, suffix, root, connecting and combining forms. Students acquire an understanding of medical meanings applicable to the normal structure and function of the human body along with various diseases of the human body. Abbreviations and their appropriate usages are described.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 230 - Medical Terminology


    Introduces elements of medical terminology through a self-paced analysis of vocabulary construction including: prefix, suffix, root, connecting and combining forms. Students acquire an understanding of medical meanings applicable to the normal structure and function of the human body along with various diseases of the human body. Abbreviations and their appropriate usages are described.

    Credits: 1 cr

    Notes: Students may not receive credit for both HS 220  and HS 230.
1 cr
  
  • HS 240 - The U.S. Health Care System


    Examines the U.S. health care system from a multi- disciplinary perspective. Topics include historical development, comparison with structural models and health outcomes of other nations, current health system issues and roles of citizens.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 250 - Health Policy & Regulation


    Examines determinants of health policy from a political, quality, and reimbursement perspective. Topics include methods of reimbursing for healthcare, legal challenges facing health providers, regulations and policy, access, affordability and government’s involvement in health care.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 290 - Selected Topics Health Science


    A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and transcript.

    Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 1-4 cr

1-4 cr
  
  • HS 300 - Principles of Emergency Management


    This course focuses on the philosophical and theoretical underpinnings of the emergency management profession including historical perspectives designed to reduce the impact of disasters and the principles that define the effective practice of the emergency manager.

    Requisites: PHIL 205B!

    Credits: 3 cr

    Notes: May be taken concurrently with HS 302
3 cr
  
  • HS 301 - Medical Technology Seminar


    Readings, presentations and discussions of selected topics relevant to medical technology. (1-0)

    Requisites: Admission to the Medical Laboratory Science program or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 1 cr

1 cr
  
  • HS 302 - Emergencies and Risk Communication


    This course will provide an introductory foundation of crisis and emergency risk communications as it relates to public health emergencies.

    Requisites: HS 300 previous or concurrent enrollment

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 303 - Emergency Mgmt. Planning & Mitigation


    The purpose of this course is to identify policies and actions that can be implemented over the long term to reduce community risk and future losses. Foundational information regarding a community’s long-term strategy to reduce disaster losses and break the cycle of disaster damage, reconstruction, and repeated damage will be offered.

    Requisites: HS 300

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 304 - Principles of CBRNE


    Introductory course that provides Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, or Explosive (CBRNE) specific information and all hazards response skills enabling Emergency Managers to respond safely to either event. This course presents information regarding immediate response actions associated with life safety, preservation of property, and restoration of an incident site, as well as information related to the identification of CBRNE hazards.

    Requisites: HS 300  

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 305 - Public Health & Emergency Management Law


    The purpose of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the legal considerations in the planning and delivery of large scale emergencies across different jurisdictions. This course provides an overview of important federal and state legislation applicable to emergency management in various types of disasters.

    Requisites: HS 300  

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 309 - Neuroscience Seminar II


    The second of three neuroscience seminars intended to provide the neuroscience major with a broad exposure to the current questions and experimental approaches in neuroscience. Course themes will vary year to year. In general, the course material will present and illustrate current concepts, techniques, and challenges in the neurosciences in a “Journal Club” like setting where students will present, evaluate, and discuss current topics. Additionally, in Neuroscience Seminar II students will be exposed to how we communicate in science (oral and written), conference attendance etiquette and preparation, research ethics, preparing research proposals, and the UGRP at SVSU.

    Requisites: HS 209  and Junior standing. 

    Credits: 2 cr

2 cr
  
  • HS 310 - Healthy Aging


    Examines normal aging and health maintenance from personal and scientific perspectives. Health promotion and illness prevention are discussed in relation to maintenance of independence, quality of life, and availability of health resources.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 320 - Chronic Illness and Long Term Care


    Chronic Illness is explored as a common condition of aging affecting individuals and families. Care needs and options for the aging population are examined; topics include self care, family care, home care, assisted living and nursing home care.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 330 - Death & Dying


    Examines death, dying, and end-of-life care as concepts and processes affecting the dying person and their loved ones. Care needs and options are discussed from cultural, legal, ethical and spiritual perspectives.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 336 - Cultural Competence for Healthcare Prof


    This multicultural issues course is designed to provide an introduction to some of the cultural, socioeconomic, and ethnic variables that impact healthcare delivery. The course will immerse students in cultural and ethnic differences among individuals, groups, and families enhancing their ability to apply the knowledge in the area of multicultural issues to their personal and professional lives.

    Requisites: PHIL 205B!. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 340 - Principles of Public Health


    An introduction to public health concepts and practices with emphasis on the philosophy, purpose, organization, functions, tools activities and results of public health practices at the national, state, and local levels. The core foundations of public health including biostatistics; epidemiology; environmental and occupational health; behavioral health; health policy and administration; maternal and child health and ethics are also addressed.

    Requisites: Junior or senior standing or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 350 - Introduction to Neuroscience I


    The first of a two course series introducing students to the information that is central to work in the neurosciences. This course focuses on the instruction in basic cellular neurophysiology, including the ionic bases of resting potentials and action potentials, the mechanisms of chemical synaptic transmission, including plasticity, and the transduction of sensory stimuli by receptors. The cell biology of neurons including axonal transport and processing and targeting of proteins. Basic neuropharmacology of synaptic transmission with an emphasis on the molecular mechanisms of receptor action. Neuromodulation and second messenger systems. Cellular aspects of neural development with an emphasis on neuronal outgrowth, target recognition, and specific synapse formation.

    Requisites: BIOL 111A  , BIOL 111B  , and HS 201  (or equivalent) or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 351 - Introduction to Neuroscience II


    The second of a two course series introducing students to the information that is central to work in the neurosciences. This course focuses on the organization and function of the nervous system. Students will learn the basics of brain structure and function (neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and neuropharmacology), and how we move and perceive the world (motor and sensory systems). This foundation will be used to explore what is known about regulatory systems such as sleep and dreaming; higher cognitive processing such as learning, memory, and language; and what happens in the brain when things go wrong (such as in Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases).

    Requisites: HS 350 (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 352 - Procedures in Neuroscience I


    This course is the first of an advanced two-course sequence of classes exploring the biological bases of behavior. Students will be provided with opportunities to study the structure and function of the central nervous system through experiential learning activities both in the classroom and beyond. There will be in-depth coverage of recent findings in several topics in neurobiology, neural plasticity, and behavioral neuroscience. Activities will provide experience in several different areas, including research ethics, animal care and handling, gross and cellular neuroanatomy, stereotaxic surgical preparations, and histological methods. A 20-hour off-campus neuroscience field experience and in-class research presentation required.

    Requisites: HS 350 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

    Notes: Includes a 20 hr. off campus field experience.
3 cr
  
  • HS 353 - Procedures in Neuroscience II


    This course is the second of an advanced two-course sequence exploring the biological bases of behavior. This course focuses on human and comparative behavioral measures and methods used in modern neuroscience laboratories. Topics range from human physiology (EEG, EOG, etc.) measures to explore concepts in sleep, cognition, and attention to comparative laboratories which will explore feeding behavior, sexual behavior, learning and memory, motor function, and psychopathology in rodent models. Other topics include advanced methods used in the brain sciences, the connection between stress and illness, and how the brain recovers from injury. Students will be required to develop a formal neuroscience research proposal on a topic of their choice.

    Requisites: HS 352 (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 355 - Translational Neuroscience


    The purpose of this course is to explore the processes associated with designing and performing research in the translational neurosciences. The focus of translational methods in neuroscience include experimental non-human and non-clinical studies conducted with the intent to discover mechanisms and/or exploring treatments of nervous system disorders and clinical studies that provide a foundation for developing and testing novel therapeutic strategies for humans with nervous system disorders. The course will introduce the student to this burgeoning area of science through shadowing experiences, exploration of the literature, hands-on laboratory experiences, and the development of a novel research proposal.

    Requisites: HS 351 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 358 - Developmental Neuroscience


    The purpose of this course is for the student to understand how the organization of our nervous system defines the ways we behave, perceive, think and feel. The students will examine how species-specific patterns of neural organization emerge and learn about the cellular and molecular processes influencing neural development across the lifespan. Topics include discussion of the nature/nurture issue as it applies to the problem of nervous system development, how neural organization is a product of genetic ancestry and experience, birth and death of neurons, axon guidance, and the formation, maintenance, and plasticity of synaptic connections. Emphasizes the cellular, molecular, and genetic basis of these events and how these basic processes interact with experience to shape the brain.

    Requisites: HS 351 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 359 - Neuropharmacology


    This neuropharmacology course will explore the molecular mechanisms of action of drugs that modify nerve cell function, and subsequently behavior. The specific focus of this course will be to provide a description of the cellular and molecular actions of drugs on synaptic transmission. Discussion will include functioning of both the central and peripheral nervous systems. Selected neurotransmitter systems will be described in depth, and as time permits, the neurochemical basis for selected disease states such as Alzheimer’s disease and traumatic brain injury will be discussed.

    Requisites: HS 350 , HS 351 , and HS 355  

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 360 - Principles of Women’s Health


    Introduces basic concepts of women’s health emphasizing primary health care of women from menarche to senescence. Prioritized instruction in normal function and selected medical conditions in women’s health including gender-specific medical disorders, general gynecology, pregnancy, childbirth, behavioral and social issues unique to women, neoplasms, infection, endocrine changes and recommended health screening measures. Focus is on health promotion, disease prevention and the chronic health issues and social factors that affect women.

    Requisites: BIOL 232 or BIOL 231. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 364 - Pharmacology


    Introduces basic pharmacologic principles, classifications and relevant pathophysiology with emphasis on clinical implications. Not for BSN students.

    Requisites: BIOL 232 and BIOL 233. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 390 - Special Topics in Health Science


    Credits: 1-4 cr

1-4 cr
  
  • HS 409 - Neuroscience Seminar III


    The third of three neuroscience seminars intended to provide the neuroscience major with a broad exposure to the current questions and experimental approaches in neuroscience. Course themes will vary year to year. In general, the course material will present and illustrate current concepts, techniques, and challenges in the neurosciences in a “Journal Club” like setting where students will present, evaluate, and discuss current topics. Additionally, in Neuroscience Seminar III students will be exposed to career preparation approaches for graduate school, professional schools, or direct-entry into the workforce. Support for graduate/professional school applications, CV/resume development, personal statements, etc. will be emphasized. 

    Requisites: HS 309  and Senior standing

    Credits: 2 cr

2 cr
  
  • HS 410 - Principles of Health Behavior Change


    An introduction to health behaviors, health behavior change theories and principles, and their application to behavior change programs and interventions.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 420 - HC Supervisory Practices


    This course will focus on the daily responsibility of a healthcare administrator; designing job descriptions, conducting performance appraisals, policy formation with emphasis on accreditation standards specific to healthcare. Course will introduce students to leadership styles and motivational skills relevant to performing as an effective leader. Course will discuss the different roles associated with managing the individual, the unit, the organization, and the larger health system.

    Requisites: HS 250. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 421 - Organizational Healthcare Improvement


    This course will focus on the conceptual framework needed for long-term viability of health care organizations. The course is designed to provide students with the tools and the practical skills to enable them to formulate, execute, and evaluate operational strategy.

    Requisites: HS 250 (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 430 - Pathophysiology


    Introduces basic concepts of pathophysiology that produce alterations in normal human physiologic function and the resulting response. The course begins with a general analysis of cell injury, neoplasia, infection processes and the immune system. These concepts are applied in a system-oriented approach to disease processes affecting the hematopoietic, cardiovascular, pulmonary, neurologic, endocrines, gastrointestinal, renal musculoskeletal, integumentary, and genitourinary systems.

    Requisites: BIOL 232, BIOL 233. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 4 cr

4 cr
  
  • HS 435 - Public Health Education & Communication


    This course is designed to enable students to understand the foundations of public health education and to improve community-based communication strategies in health promotion and disease prevention. Students will gain skills in effectively communicating health information through avenues such as presentations, print materials, and media.

    Requisites: HS 340 (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 440 - Health Program Planning & Evaluation


    This course takes students through the knowledge and skills needed to design, implement and evaluate health promotion programs in a variety of settings. Topics include problem and asset identification, design of evidence-based interventions, process and outcome evaluation, identification of program funding sources and grant writing for health programs.

    Requisites: HS 340 (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 450 - Epidemiology


    An introduction to the principles and methods of epidemiology. Topics include determinants of disease distribution, measures of disease frequency and association, study designs, sources of bias, public health surveillance and outbreak investigation.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 451 - Epidemiology of Infectious Disease


    A survey of microorganisms associated with infectious diseases of man locally and globally. Topics include distribution and determinants of infectious diseases, emerging and re-emerging infections, major epidemics and bioterrorism agents, investigation of disease outbreak and prevention and control of communicable diseases.

    Requisites: BIOL 104 or BIOL 111A or instructor permission (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 460 - Health Research


    Examines research as a process from both qualitative and quantitative perspectives. Research utilization is explored from the perspectives of evidence based practice and policy.

    Requisites: ENGL 212 and MATH 132A, MATH 132B, PSYC 299 or PS 225! (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 470 - International Health Care


    An international experience in healthcare that is outside the U.S.A. with both theoretical and fieldwork components.

    XLIST: NURS 470  

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 475 - Issues in International Health


    This course covers a breadth of current issues in international health with a focus on population and community health. Students explore foundational topics such as major determinants of health inequities within and between countries and multi-directional links between health, social, cultural, economic and cultural factors in a global context before examining specific health topics of global concern including environmental, health, nutrition, sexual and reproductive health, child health and communicable diseases including HIV/AIDS.

    Requisites: HS 340. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 490 - Special Topics-Health Science


    A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and transcript.

    Requisites: As listed in the course schedule (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 1-4 cr

1-4 cr
  
  • HS 496 - Field Experience in Health Or Human Services


    Students will complete at least 240 hours of field experience in a faculty approved health or human services-related organization. Subject to program approval and may require a criminal background check.  

     

    Requisites: PHIL 205B! , completion of HS core, senior standing and instructor permission (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HS 497 - Research Experience in Health Sciences


    This capstone project builds upon work done in previous courses, allowing students to apply methods of scholarly research to issues of their own choosing. A research proposal must be approved before the student may enroll. Students may choose to work in conjunction with ongoing faculty research or in off-campus research projects, depending on available opportunities. This research experience culminates in a formal research report and research presentation at a local, regional or national conference.

    Requisites: HS 200, HS 201, junior standing, approved application for HS Research Experience. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr

History

   3 cr
  
  • HIST 100B - Hist Surv: U.S. to 1877 (GE5)


    This course will cover such topics as extents and limits of Jacksonian democracy, origins of sectional conflict, the Civil War and Reconstruction, westward expansion and overseas empire.

    Credits: 3 cr

    General Education:  

3 cr
  
  • HIST 100C - Hist Surv: U.S. Since 1877 (GE5)


    This course will cover such topics as Reconstruction, Progressive Movement, World War I and II, the Civil Rights Movement and the Vietnam War.

    Credits: 3 cr

    General Education:  

3 cr
  
  • HIST 100D - Hist Surv: World to 1500 (GE5)


    This course will cover such topics as the conquests of Alexander, Islamic trade empires, early expansion of Christianity, the first Americans and settlement of Japan.

    Credits: 3 cr

    General Education:  

3 cr
  
  • HIST 100E - Hist Surv: World Since 1500 (GE5)


    This course will cover such topics as the rise of the Ottoman and Qing empires, the development of the Atlantic slave trade, the Industrial Revolution, the Partition of Africa, World War I and II, and life in the Nuclear Age.

    Credits: 3 cr

    General Education:  

3 cr
  
  • HIST 110! - Problems in Modern History (GE5)


    A communication-intensive examination of the impact of social, political, economic and cultural forces on significant problems in modern history. Using a range of written and oral activities students will: critically analyze historical issues; evaluate the assumptions of the historians’ writing on the topic; engage in activities that will provide practice in interpreting and evaluating primary and secondary sources of evidence; and consider methods and develop strategies for treating conflicting arguments on the problem.

    Requisites: ENGL 111. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

    General Education:  ,   

3 cr
  
  • HIST 111 - Introduction to Historical Study (GE10)


    A survey of historical methodology emphasizing research aids and techniques, writing skills and historical analysis. As a course in the Written Communication category of the General Education Program, HIST 111 assists students in developing greater proficiency in writing effective, researched academic texts in the English language.

    Requisites: ENGL 111 (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 3 cr

    General Education:  

3 cr
  
  • HIST 113 - U.S. History to 1865


    A survey of American History from settlement through the Civil War.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 114 - U.S. History from 1865


    A survey of American History from Reconstruction to the present.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 115 - World Civilization to 1500


    A survey of World Civilization through the Renaissance.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 116 - World Civilization from 1500


    A survey of World Civilization from the Renaissance to the present.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 117 - Colloquium in World History


    A detailed study of one or more of the issues presented in HIST 115  or HIST 116  .

    Requisites: Corequisite: HIST 115 or HIST 116. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 1 cr

    Notes: See special instructions in current class schedule.
1 cr
  
  • HIST 190 - Selected Topics


    A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and transcript.

    Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).

    Credits: 1-4 cr

1-4 cr
  
  • HIST 193 - College Success


    This course is attached to select existing Basic Skills and General Education courses for the purpose of enhancing the success of first year college students. More details can be found in the catalog section entitled “Resources and Services for Students.”

    Credits: 1 cr

1 cr
  
  • HIST 213 - Survey of South Asian History (GE8)


    An introduction to the history, arts, culture and philosophical and religious ideas of India, Pakistan and the south Asian region including Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam; also south Asian music, film, literature and customs.

    XLIST: PHIL 213 

    Credits: 3 cr

    General Education: Category 8  

3 cr
  
  • HIST 215 - Survey of East Asian History (GE8)


    An introduction to the history, arts, culture and philosophical and religious ideas of China, Japan and the east Asian region including Confucianism, Taoism, Shintoism, Buddhism and related traditions; also east Asian music, film, literature and customs.

    XLIST: PHIL 215 

    Credits: 3 cr

    General Education: Category 8  

3 cr
  
  • HIST 220 - Survey of European History (GE8)


    An introduction to the history, arts, culture and philosophical and religious ideas of Europe since the Renaissance.

    Credits: 3 cr

    General Education:  

3 cr
  
  • HIST 222 - American Business & Labor Hist


    A survey of developments in business and labor in the 19th and 20th centuries. Topics include early industrial development, the evolution of the corporation, the use of labor unions, the development of welfare capitalism and government participation in the marketplace.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 230 - Survey of Latin American History


    A history of Mexico, South American and the Caribbean from 1492 to the present. The course examines the history of the region as it developed under conditions of European colonization through the emergence of national governments during the 19th and 20th centuries. Issues such as the Atlantic slave trade, Indian/European encounters, revolutionary movements, militarism and economic development will be addressed.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 241 - History of Michigan


    A topical survey of the history of the Territory and State of Michigan from the 17th through the 20th centuries.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 290 - Selected Topics in History


    A broad survey course of a world region offered on a one-time basis.

    Credits: 1-4 cr

1-4 cr
  
  • HIST 301 - Introduction to Public History


    An introduction to methods and theory in Public History. The course will cover topics such as oral history, cultural resources management, historic preservation and educational outreach. Students will also learn ways to build collaborations between academia and community organizations.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 302 - Specialized Topics in Public History


    Through classroom instruction and practical experience, students will explore a particular field related to Public History. The topics offered in particular semesters will vary from a range of possibilities that include cultural resources management, historic preservation, oral history, archives management, museum studies, or digital history.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 310 - U.S. History in the Colonial Period


    A survey of the American colonies from the fifteenth century to the American Revolution.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 311 - U.S. History During the Revolution


    A study of the origins, course and consequences of the American Revolution from the Seven Years’ War through the ratification of the U.S. Constitution.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 313 - U.S. History During Andrew Jackson Era


    A study of the Age of Andrew Jackson from 1815 to 1850.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 314 - U.S. History Civil War & Reconstruction


    A study of the conflict between North and South from 1850 through the disputed presidential election of 1876.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 316 - America & the World: 1900-1945


    A history of American war and diplomacy in the first half of the 20th century.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 317 - America & the World: 1945-PRESENT


    A history of American war and diplomacy in the latter half of the 20th century.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 318 - 20th Century American Social Movements


    A study of the strategies and goals employed by social movements to change American society in the 20th century. Topics include the labor movement, civil rights, antiwar activism, the counterculture, and the women’s movement.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 319 - African-American History


    History of African-Americans in the U.S. from 1619 to the present.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 320 - United States Women’s History


    This course examines the history of women in the United States since 1789. Topics include work, the family, women’s rights, and education.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 321 - U.S. Social History to 1877


    This course examines recent works in American social history from the colonial period through Reconstruction. Topics include the development of the family, the meaning and transformation of work, the relationship between religion and society and the shifting constructions of race and gender.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 322 - European Intellectual & Cultural History


    The relationship between ideas and the social development of European peoples as reflected in material culture from the 17th through the 20th centuries.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 323 - American Intellectual & Cultural History


    The relationship between ideas and the social development of the American people as reflected in material culture from the 17th through the early 20th centuries.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 324 - Modern European Women’s History


    This course examines women’s experiences in Europe from the 18th century to the present. The course details women’s identities, at both the individual and societal levels in the context of socio-economic transformations, patriarchal constraints in the social structure and consciousness, class contradictions, overpowering, influences of the state and civil apparatus, foreign rule, and struggles for women’s emancipation.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 325 - American Frontier History


    A topical survey of the frontier experience of the American people from the 17th through the 19th centuries.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 326 - The Black Freedom Struggle 1941-PRESENT


    This course examines the struggle for African American civil and human rights from the outbreak of World War II to the present. Emphasized are such concepts as colonialism, human and civil rights, segregation, integration, Pan-Africanism, nationalism, emigration, institution building, gender, self-determination, self-defense, identity, race and class.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 327 - Religion in America 1600-Present


    Students in this course will examine American religious history from the colonial period to the present. Beginning with the interaction between Native American spiritual traditions and European Christianity the course will analyze the role of religious ideas, movements and institutions in shaping the culture, society and politics of the United States.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 329 - The Vietnam War


    A study of the origins, development and outcome of American involvement in Indo-China from 1946 to 1975.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 330 - Euro-American History in The 20th Century


    A course studying the history shared by Europeans and Americans in the first half of the 20th century. The course will cover such topics as American involvement in Europe in World War I and II, Wilson at Versailles, American intellectuals, émigrés in Europe and European intellectuals in the United States. United States economic investment in Europe, Dawes and Young plans and American volunteers in the Spanish Civil War.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 331 - History Tudor-Stuart England 1485-1688


    A study of the growth of monarchial power and shifting relationships during the Age of Expansion.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 332 - Modern Britain, 1688-present


    A study of Britain’s rise to dominance in the 18th century, world supremacy and demise as a major world power.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 333 - American Indian History


    A survey of American Indian history from the pre-colonial period to the present.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 344 - France: 1515-1815


    Includes Louis XIV, Enlightenment, French Revolution and Napoleon.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
  
  • HIST 345 - History of Modern France 1815-PRESENT


    This course will cover such topics as the post-Napoleonic Restoration, the Revolutions of 1830 and 1848, the Second Empire, French industrialization, imperialism, and urbanization, the First and Second World Wars and France’s postwar role in the European Union.

    Credits: 3 cr

3 cr
 

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