USC Union

This list represents the most up-to-date offerings at the time of publication. Please see the Master Schedule of Classes for expanded offerings.

Some of the courses listed in this section are offered by the originating campus through alternative methods such as open and closed circuit television and videocassette. These courses will be designated as such in the Master Schedule of Classes.

African American Studies (AFRO)

201—Introduction to African-American Studies. (3)

Anthropology (ANTH)

101—Primates, People, and Prehistory. (3) An exploration of human origins, human evolution, human prehistory, and cultural existence from its less complex forms to early civilizations. An introduction to the concepts, methods, and data of physical, biological, and archaeological anthropology. May be taken with, or independently of, ANTH 102.
102—Understanding Other Cultures. (3) An exploration and comparison of selected contemporary cultures, including their languages. An introduction to the concepts, methods, and data of socio-cultural anthropology and anthropological linguistics. May be taken with, or independently of, ANTH 101.

Art

Art History (ARTH)

105—History of Western Art. (3) The visual arts from Paleolithic times to the Renaissance.
106—History of Western Art. (3) The visual arts from the Renaissance to the present.

Art Studio (ARTS)

103—Fundamentals of Art. (3) Introduction to visual thinking and principles of two-dimensional design.
104—3-Dimensional Design I. (3) Introduction to visual thinking and principles of three-dimensional design.
107—Color and Composition. (3) (Prereq: ARTS 103) Color, color theory, and compositional systems.
111—Basic Drawing I. (3) Introduction to the materials and basic techniques of drawing.
112—Basic Drawing II. (3) (Prereq: ARTS 111) Introduction to the materials and basic techniques of drawing.
210—Introduction to Painting. (3) (Prereq: ARTS 103, 111, 112, or consent of instructor) An introductory course in the materials and techniques of painting.
215—Introduction to Printmaking. (3) (Prereq: ARTS 103, 111, 112, or consent of instructor) An introductory course in printmaking with emphasis on relief processes.
220—Beginning Ceramics. (3) (Prereq: ARTS 104) An introduction to the materials and techniques of ceramics through hand-building and throwing on the wheel.
225—Introduction to Three-Dimensional Studies. (3) (Prereq: ARTS 104 or consent of instructor) An introductory course in the concepts, materials, and techniques of three-dimensional media.

Astronomy (ASTR)

111—Descriptive Astronomy I. (3) The universe: physical processes and methods of study. Lectures, demonstrations, and laboratory experience. Designed primarily for the non-science major. (Television instruction only)
111A—Descriptive Astronomy IA. (1) (Prereq or coreq: ASTR 111) Topics from ASTR 111 studied in greater depth. (Television instruction only.)
112—Descriptive Astronomy II. (3) (Prereq or coreq: ASTR 111) Selected areas from ASTR 111 studied in greater depth. Includes laboratory experience. (Television instruction only.)
112A—Descriptive Astronomy IIA. (1) (Prereq or coreq: ASTR 111A) A continuation of ASTR 111A. (Television instruction only.)

Biology (BIOL)

101—Biological Principles I. (3) (Coreq: BIOL 101L) Introductory survey of cell structure and function, genetics and evolution. For biology majors, premed students and others needing a prerequisite in biological sciences. Three lecture hours per week.
101L—Biological Principles I Laboratory. (1) (Coreq: BIOL 101) Examination of basic principles of cellular biology, genetics, and metabolism utilizing recitations, demonstrations, and laboratory exercises. Three hours per week.
102—Biological Principles II. (3) (Prereq: grade of C or better in BIOL 101, BIOL 101L; coreq: BIOL 102L) Introductory survey of plant and animal systems, principles of development, physiology, reproduction, and ecology. Three lectures per week.
102L—Biological Principles II Laboratory. (1) (Prereq: BIOL 101, BIOL 101L; coreq: BIOL 102) Examination of phylogeny, structure, and function of plants and animals utilizing demonstrations and laboratory exercises. Three hours per week.
110—General Biology. (4) Basic biological concepts and issues for non-biology majors. Credit may not be given for both this course and BIOL 120. Three lecture, two laboratory hours per week.
110A—General Biology (Audio-Tutorial). (1) Addendum to BIOL 110.
120—Human Biology. (3) Fundamental principles of human biology. Credit may not be given for both BIOL 110 and BIOL 120. Three lecture hours per week. Not for major credit.
120L—Laboratory in Human Biology. (1) (Prereq or coreq: BIOL 120) Exercises dealing with basic concepts of human biology. Not for major credit.
206—Genetics and Society. (3) (Designed for non-major students.) Genetic principles, emphasizing human heredity. Relevance of recent advances in genetics. Three lecture hours per week.
220—Selected Topics in Biology. (1 each; 8 maximum) A series of courses each lasting one-third of a semester. Course content varies and will be announced in the schedule of classes by suffix and title. Three lecture hours per week.
232—Anatomy. (3) Functional anatomy of the human body and its relation to disease processes. Not for biology major credit.
232L—Anatomy Laboratory. (1) (Coreq: BIOL 232) The principles of anatomy as demonstrated by microscopic studies and animal dissection. Three hours per week.
242—Human Physiology. (4) (Prereq: BIOL 232 or permission of instructor) Functional biology of organ systems in the maintenance of the whole organism; homeostatic relationships. Not available for biology major credit. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week.
243—Human Anatomy and Physiology I. (3) (Prereq: CHEM 102) Functional anatomy and physiology of the human body, including the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Not available for biology major credit. Three lecture hours per week.
243L—Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory. (1) (Coreq: BIOL 243) The principles of anatomy and physiology as demonstrated by microscopic studies, animal dissection, and physiological experiments. One three-hour laboratory per week.
244—Human Anatomy and Physiology II. (3) (Prereq: BIOL 243) Functional anatomy and physiology of the human body, including the cardiovascular, endocrine, excretory, reproductive, digestive, and respiratory systems. Not available for biology major credit. Three lecture hours per week.
244L—Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory. (1) (Coreq: BIOL 244) A continuation of BIOL 243L. One three-hour laboratory per week.
270—Introduction to Environmental Biology. (3) Basic ecological principles and the impacts of human population growth and technology. Not for major credit.
270L—Introduction to Environmental Biology Laboratory. (1) (Prereq or coreq: BIOL 270) Demonstrations, data analyses, discussions, and films relating to human ecology, resource use, and environmental impact. Two hours per week. Not for major credit.
330—Microbiology. (3) (Prereq: college-level biology and chemistry; coreq: BIOL 330L) An introduction to bacteria and viruses, emphasizing structure, metabolism, and pathogenesis. Discussion of infectious diseases, antigen-antibody relationships, and anti-microbial agents in chemotherapy. Not available for biology major credit. Three lecture hours per week.
330L—Microbiology Laboratory. (1) (Prereq or coreq: BIOL 330) Not available for biology major credit. Three hours per week.
399—Independent Study. (1-6) Contract approved by instructor, advisor, and department head is required for undergraduate students.

Business Administration

Accounting (ACCT)

225—Fundamentals of Accounting I. (3) (Prereq: sophomore standing) External financial reporting for business entities, including income measurement and determination of financial position.
226—Fundamentals of Accounting II. (3) (Prereq: ACCT 225) Internal managerial and cost accounting, including budgeting, cost determination, and analysis.

Management (MGMT)

371—Principles of Management. (3) A comprehensive survey of the basic principles of management applicable to all forms of business. The course provides the student with a basis for thinking about complex business situations in the framework of analysis of the management process.
376—Organization Behavior. (3) (Prereq: MGMT 371) Introduction to human behavior in organizations. Emphasis on factors that contribute to the effectiveness of individuals and groups in organizations.

Management Science (MGSC)

190—Computer Information Systems in Business. (3) Concepts and techniques of business problem solving using microcomputers. Introduction to the PC operating environment, basic information system concepts, and spreadsheet, presentation, database, and word processing software.
291—Statistics for Business and Economics. (3) Descriptive statistics, topics in probability, statistical inference and modeling. Emphasis on the collection, summarization, analysis, and reporting of numerical findings relevant to business decisions and economic analysis.
292—Applied Statistical Modeling. (3) Multiple regression, ANOVA, forecasting, quality control, and nonparametric techniques. Emphasis is on the application of these statistical models in business decision making.

Marketing (MKTG)

350—Principles of Marketing. (3) (Prereq: ECON 224, ACCT 222) Principles and concepts underlying marketing functions, including the conception, pricing, promotion, and distribution of products and services and the role of marketing in society.

Chemistry (CHEM)

101—Fundamental Chemistry I. (4) Three lecture, one recitation, and two laboratory hours per week. A science elective surveying inorganic and solution chemistry. First of a terminal two-semester sequence.
102—Fundamental Chemistry II. (4) (Prereq: CHEM 101 or 111) Three lecture, one recitation, and two laboratory hours per week. Continuation of CHEM 101, surveying organic and biochemistry.
111—General Chemistry. (4) (Prereq: MATH 111 or 115) Three lecture, one recitation, and two laboratory hours per week. A survey of the principles that underlie all chemistry with applications illustrating these principles.
112—General Chemistry. (4) (Prereq: MATH 111 and 115 and a grade of C or better in CHEM 111 or SCCC 103) A continuation of Chemistry 111. Special emphasis on chemical equilibrium. Three lecture, one recitation, and three laboratory hours per week.

Comparative Literature (CPLT)

All Comparative Literature courses are taught in translation.

270—World Literature. [=ENGL 270] (3) Selected masterpieces of world literature from antiquity to the present.
301—Great Books of the Western World I. [=ENGL 390] (3) European masterpieces from antiquity to the beginning of the Renaissance.
302—Great Books of the Western World II. [=ENGL 391] (3) European masterpieces from the Renaissance to the present.

Computer Science and Engineering (CSCE)

101—Introduction to Computer Concepts. (3) (Prereq: two years of college preparatory mathematics or equivalent) History, application, and social impact of computers; problem-solving, algorithm development, applications software, and programming in a procedural language. Open to all majors.
102—General Applications Programming. (3) (Prereq: two years of college preparatory mathematics or equivalent) Introduction to systematic computer problem-solving and programming for a variety of applications. Open to all majors.
145—Algorithmic Design I. (4) (Prereq: Placement in MATH 141 or grade of C or better in MATH 115) Problem-solving, algorithmic design, and programming. Three lectures and two laboratory sessions per week. Open to all majors.
146—Algorithmic Design II. (4) (Prereq: grade of C or better in CSCE 145 and grade of C or better in MATH 141 or 174; coreq: MATH 174) Continuation of CSCE 145. Rigorous development of algorithms and computer programs; elementary data structures. Three lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week. Open to all majors.
205—Business Applications Programming. (3) (Prereq: MGSC 190 or CSCE 145) Introduction to computer applications in business. Programming exercises in COBOL. Open to all majors.
211—Digital Logic Design. (3) (Prereq: MATH 141 or 174) Number systems, boolean algebra, logic design, sequential machines. Credit may not be received for both CSCE 211 and CSCE 213.

Criminal Justice (CRJU)

101—The American Criminal Justice System. (3) A survey of the law enforcement, courts, corrections, juvenile, and planning systems. Problems of interrelationships between criminal justice agencies and the community.
211—The American Police System. (3) A survey of the police service delivery system at the federal, state, and local levels. Consideration will be given to historical development, the police role in contemporary society, and future goals.

Economics (ECON)

ECON 221 and 222, or ECON 224, are prerequisite to all 300-, 400-, and 500-level economics courses.

221—Principles of Economics I. (3) Macroeconomic analysis: basic definitions and concepts; mechanics of pricing and the fundamentals of American capitalism: national income economics, income and employment theory, and monetary and fiscal policy. Students cannot receive credit for both ECON 221 and ECON 224.
222—Principles of Economics II. (3) (Prereq: ECON 221 or the equivalent) Microeconomic analysis: theory of the firm, cost and output determination; market pricing; income distribution and international economics. Students cannot receive credit for both ECON 222 and ECON 224.
311—Issues in Economics. (3) The nature and causes of major economic problems facing the nation and its communities, and policy alternatives designed to solve them. The philosophy and methodology of economics in social problem solving.

Education

Curriculum and Instruction (EDCI)

110—Introduction to Careers in Education. (3) An individualized survey of careers in education, utilizing practica, seminars, and input from various disciplines to focus on personal and professional development. Pass-fail credit.

Elementary Education (EDEL)

642—Teaching Mathematics to Young Children. (3) Analysis of a developmental approach to teaching children under the age of 9. (Television instruction only.)

Foundations of Education (EDFN)

321—Dynamics of American Public Education. (3) (Prereq: junior or higher standing) Extensive treatment of the social, political, economic, and philosophical influences that have shaped public education. Analysis of the financial, organizational, and legal aspects of education. Library assignments provide a working knowledge of professional standard reference and journals.

Educational Psychology (EDPY)

333—Introduction to Child Growth and Development. (3) Basic course designed to familiarize the prospective teacher with the patterns of social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth of the individual. Development of these growth patterns from the prenatal stage to the onset of adolescence.
334—Introduction to Adolescent Growth and Development. (3) Basic course designed to familiarize the prospective junior and senior high school teacher with the pattern of social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth of the individual during his adolescent years. Recommendation of the advisor(s) required.
335—Introduction to Educational Psychology. (3) Applications of the psychology of learning and development. Special attention to basic statistics and the behavior of the school child.

Secondary Education (EDSE)

670—Graphics Calculators in High School Mathematics. (3) Methods and materials for using graphics calculators to teach algebra, elementary functions, and analytic geometry. (Television instruction only.)

Engineering (ENGR)

(offered through Distance Education)

200—Statics. (3) (Prereq: MATH 141) Introduction to the principles of mechanics. Equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies. Distributed forces, centroids, and centers of gravity. Moments of inertia of areas. Analysis of simple structures and machines. A study of various types of friction.
210—Dynamics. (3) (Prereq: ENGR 200) Kinematics of particles and rigid bodies. Kinetics of particles with emphasis on Newton’s second law; energy and momentum methods for the solution of problems. Applications of plane motion of rigid bodies.
260—Introduction to the Mechanics of Solids. (3) (Prereq: ENGR 200, MATH 241) Concepts of stress and strain; stress analysis of basic structural members; consideration of combined stress, including Mohr’s circle; introductory analysis of deflection; buckling of columns.
290—Thermodynamic Fundamentals. (3) (Prereq: MATH 241) Definitions, work, heat, and energy. First law analyses of systems and control volumes. Second law analysis.

Electrical Engineering (ELCT)

221—Circuits I. (3) (Prereq: MATH 142, ELCT 102) Linear circuit analysis and design.

English Language and Literature (ENGL)

101—Composition. (3) A course in the composing process with attention to invention, arrangement, and style, and closely supervised practice in reading and writing essays.
102—Composition and Literature. (3) (Prereq: ENGL 101) A course in the writing of expository and critical essays with an introduction to literature and including a research paper.

Note: Students must complete English 101 and 102 (or equivalent) before taking any other English course.

282—Fiction. (3) Fiction from several countries and historical periods, illustrating the nature of the genre.
284—Drama. (3) Drama from several countries and historical periods, illustrating the nature of the genre.
286—Poetry. (3) Poetry from several countries and historical periods, illustrating the nature of the genre.
287—American Literature. (3) Survey of American literature: major authors, genres, and periods. Designed for English majors.
288—English Literature I. (3) British poetry, drama, and prose from Beowulf to the 18th century. Designed for English majors.
289—English Literature II. (3) British poetry, drama, and prose from the 18th century to the present. Designed for English majors.

Note: Students must complete one sophomore literature course (282-289) before taking any upper-level course. English majors must complete two of the three courses from ENGL 287, 288, and 289 and earn at least a C in both; they must successfully complete one before taking any literature courses beyond the 200 level. Only courses numbered 390 and above may count toward a major in English. With the approval of the department, a graduate student may enroll in some courses at the 500 level and receive graduate credit by doing additional work.

390—Great Books of the Western World I. [=CPLT 301] (3) European masterpieces from antiquity to the beginning of the Renaissance.
391—Great Books of the Western World II. [=CPLT 302] (3) European masterpieces from the Renaissance to the present.
399—Independent Study. (3-9) (Prereq: consent of instructor) Contract approved by instructor, advisor, and department chair is required for undergraduate students.
423—Modern American Literature. (3) Poetry and prose of the 20th century.
429B—Topics in American Literature: F. Scott Fitzgerald. (3) A survey of Fitzgerald’s work and times using eight audiotapes developed by National Public Radio and 13 audiotaped lectures by Emily Brown Jefferies Professor of English, Dr. Matthew J. Bruccoli. Each NPR tape includes a documentary presentation of the life and times of Fitzgerald and a dramatization of one of his short stories. (Audio-tape instruction only.)
603—Seminar in Prose Composition: Writer’s Workshop. (3) This course features interviews with Kurt Vonnegut, John Gardner, Nora Ephron, and 12 other major contemporary writers in both fiction and nonfiction, whose specialties range from poetry to film criticism. For experienced or aspiring writers, book lovers, and anyone else interested in the writing process. (Television instruction only.)

French (FREN)

109, 110—Beginning French I and II. (3,3) Introduction to grammar and practical vocabulary necessary for fundamental communication skills. Admission to 109 restricted to those who have never studied French previously or who have placed by examination into 109; admission to 110 restricted to those who have completed FREN 109. 109 offered in fall and summer I only; 110 in spring and summer II only. Credit may be received only for one of the following: 109/110; 111; or 121.

Geography (GEOG)

103—Introduction to Geography. (3) A survey of the principles and methods of geographic inquiry. Not required for the geography major.
121—World Regional Geography. (3) Introduction to the physical and human geography of the world with a focus on selected regions.
201—Landform Geography. (4) Hydrology, soil science, and interpretation of physical features formed by water, wind, and ice, with emphasis on environmental change. Three hours of lecture and one two-hour laboratory per week.
202—Weather and Climate. (4) Processes that influence weather and climate patterns on the earth. Three lectures and one two-hour laboratory per week.
210—Introduction to Human Geography. (3) Basic principles of human geography.

Geological Sciences (GEOL)

101—Introduction to the Earth. (4) Origin and nature of the earth with emphasis on internal processes and phenomena such as earthquakes, volcanoes, and mountain building; surface processes, including landform evolution. Three lectures and three laboratory hours each week.
102—Fossils and the Evolution of Life on Earth. (4) Basic overview of fossils, including dinosaurs, and their importance for understanding earth history and the evolution of life. Three lectures and three laboratory hours each week.

Government and International Studies (GINT)

201—American National Government. (3) The formation and development of the national government, its organization and powers.
360—American Political Parties. (3) A broad survey of the role of political parties in the American political system. Following an examination of the historical evolution of party systems in the United States, primary attention is given to three aspects of contemporary political parties: the party as an organization, the party as an electorate, and the party as a governing elite.
501B—The Vietnam War. (3) Built around the outstanding PBS television series Vietnam: A Television History, this course will provide students with in-depth knowledge of the Vietnam War, from its historical origins to its eventual resolutions. The course will also provide a firmer understanding of America’s role in the war and familiarize students with different perspectives and interpretations of the Vietnam War. (Television instruction only.)

Health Promotion and Education (HPRE)

221—Personal and Community Health. (3) Principles of personal hygiene: physiological systems of the body with emphasis on nutrition, physical fitness, stress control, consumer health, sexuality, and self-care skills.

History (HIST)

101—European Civilization from Ancient Times to the Mid-17th Century. (3) The rise and development of European civilization from its Mediterranean origins through the Renaissance and Reformation.
102—European Civilization from the Mid-17th Century. (3) European development and expansion from the mid-17th century to the present.
106—Introduction to African History. (3) An examination of several traditional sub-Saharan African societies and of their political and economic transformation in the modern, colonial, and post-independence periods.
111,112—History of the United States from Discovery to the Present Day. (3 each) A general survey of the United States from the era of discovery to the present, emphasizing major political, economic, social, and intellectual developments. First semester: to 1865; second semester: since 1865. Honors sections are available for students in the Honors program.
385—The Expansion of Christianity. (3) Critical epochs in the spread of Christianity. Consideration of the great crises that shaped the structure and form of Christianity during the last twenty centuries: the Hellenistic world; the medieval syntheses; the breakup of Western Christian unity; the transition to worldwide mission activity in the industrial age.
399—Independent Study. (1-6) Contract approved by instructor, advisor, and department chair is required for undergraduate students.
409—The History of South Carolina, 1670-1865. (3) A study of South Carolina origins and developments.
410—History of South Carolina since 1865. (3) A survey of recent South Carolina history with emphasis on social and institutional development.
451—The History of American Medicine. (3) The development of the art and science of medicine as practiced in the United States from colonial times to Medicare. Emphasis on the social history of American medicine.
452—The History of Science in America. (3) The development of science in America from colonial times to the present. Special attention will be given to defining those factors, scientific, economic, and social, which have raised American science to its commanding position in the 20th century.

Interdisciplinary Studies (IDST)

390—Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies. (3) A study of the history, philosophy, and theory of and modes of inquiry in interdisciplinary studies.
497—Senior Seminar. (3) (Prereq: senior status in B.A.I.S. program in the College of Hospitality, Retail, and Sport Management) Integration of prior academic work. (Television instruction only.)

Library and Information Science (CLIS)

523—Materials for Early Childhood. (3) Media resources and techniques for children from birth to nine years. Reading interests and developmental needs of young children. Authors, illustrators, indexes, bibliographic tools, evaluation sources, and professional literature. (Television instruction only.)

Marine Science (MSCI)

210—Oceans and Man. (3) A nontechnical introduction to human interactions with the marine environment: marine organisms, marine systems, and the physical and chemical characteristics of oceans and estuaries. Not available for marine science major credit.

Mathematics (MATH)

111—Basic College Mathematics. (3) (Prereq: qualification through placement) Basic college algebra; linear and quadratic equations, inequalities, functions and graphs of functions, exponential and logarithm functions, systems of equations. Credit may not be received for both MATH 111 and 115.
112-—Trigonometry. (2) (Prereq: qualification through placement or a grade of C or better in MATH 111) Topics in trigonometry specifically needed for MATH 141, 142, 241. Circular functions, analytic trigonometry, applications of trigonometry. Credit may not be received for both MATH 112 and 115.
115—Precalculus Mathematics. (4) (Prereq: qualification through placement) Topics in algebra and trigonometry specifically needed for MATH 141, 142, 241. Subsets of the real line, absolute value; polynomial, rational, inverse, logarithmic, exponential functions; circular functions; analytic trigonometry. Credit may not be received for both MATH 111 and 115 or both MATH 112 and 115.
122—Calculus for Business Administration and Social Sciences. (3) (Prereq: qualification through placement or a grade of C or better in MATH 111 or 115) Derivatives and integrals of elementary algebraic, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Maxima, minima, rate of change, motion, work, area under a curve, and volume.
141—Calculus I. (4) (Prereq: qualification through placement or a grade of C or better in MATH 112 or 115) Limits, continuity; derivatives, chain rule, rates of change, curve sketching, max-min problems; definite integral, antiderivatives, and the Fundamental Theorem.
142—Calculus II. (4) (Prereq: qualification through placement or a grade of C or better in MATH 141) Techniques of integration, exponential, and inverse trigonometric functions; numerical methods, and applications of the integral; sequences, power and Taylor series.
170—Finite Mathematics. (3) (Prereq: qualification through placement or a grade of C or better in MATH 111 or 115) Elementary matrix theory; systems of linear equations; permutations and combinations; probability and Markov chains; linear programming and game theory.
174—Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science. (3) (Prereq: qualification through placement or a grade of C or better in MATH 112 or 115) Induction, complexity, elementary counting, combinations and permutations, recursion and recurrence relations, graphs and trees; discussion of the design and analysis of algorithms—with emphasis on sorting and searching.
221—Basic Concepts of Elementary Mathematics I. (3) (Prereq: qualification through placement or a grade of C or better in MATH 111 or 115) The meaning of number, fundamental operations of arithmetic, the structure of the real number system and its subsystems, elementary number theory. Open only to students in elementary or early childhood teacher certification.
222—Basic Concepts of Elementary Mathematics II. (3) (Prereq: MATH 221) Informal geometry and basic concepts of algebra. Open only to students in elementary or early childhood teacher certification.
241—Vector Calculus. (3) (Prereq: qualification through placement or a grade of C or better in MATH 142) Vector algebra, geometry of three-dimensional space; lines, planes, and curves in space; polar, cylindrical, and spherical coordinate systems; partial differentiation, max-min theory; multiple and iterated integration, line integrals, and Green’s theorem in the plane.
242—Elementary Differential Equations. (3) (Prereq: qualification through placement or a grade of C or better in MATH 142) Ordinary differential equations of first order, higher order linear equations, Laplace transform methods, series methods; numerical solution of differential equations. Applications to physical sciences and engineering. Introduction to programming desirable.
399—Independent Study. (3-9) Contract approved by instructor and academic dean required.

Music (MUSC)

110—Introduction to Music. (3) Perceptive listening and appreciation of musical elements, forms and style periods, including composers’ lives, individual styles and representative works. Emphasis on classical music; jazz and American popular music included.

Nursing (NURS)

(television instruction only)

110—Self-Care Behaviors. (3) Introduction and exploration of concepts, skills, techniques, and strategies that influence self-awareness, thinking, motivation, and self-care behaviors.
212—Evolution of Nursing Science. (3) Examination of development of nursing as a scientific discipline.
220—Clinical Nutrition. (3) (Prereq: CHEM 102) Utilization of principles of therapeutic nutrition with consideration for the physiological and chemical disturbances of various health problems; the role of the nurse in clinical nutrition.
250—Nursing Science in Professional Practice. (3) Nursing as a science; selected concepts of self-care and communication within the context of nursing science. Transition course for registered nurse students only. Credit received for NURS 110 and NURS 210 upon completion.
302—Community as Client. (3) Community health nursing as a holistic approach to client health needs through the synthesis of public health and nursing sciences; for non-degree registered nurse students.
316—Biophysical Pathology. (3) (Prereq: CHEM 102, NURS 220; prereq or coreq: NURS 309) Pathology associated with biophysical alterations.
317—Psychosocial Pathology. (2) Pathology associated with psychosocial alterations.
326—Socio-Cultural Variations in Health and Illness. (3) (Prereq: 6 hours of social sciences) Diverse health care belief systems and how they influence human responses to health and illness. Focus on African-American and other cultural groups.
524—Geriatric Nutrition. (3) (Prereq: an undergraduate nutrition course or permission of the instructor) Nutritional requirements of older people; emphasis on the preventive and therapeutic principles.
553—In-Service Education. (3) (Prereq: consent of instructor) Organizing, developing, implementing, and evaluating the in-service education program.

Spartanburg Nursing (SBSN)

These courses are taught via SCETV on the USC Union campus.

310—Health Assessment. (2) (Prereq: Biology 232, 242, 330; Chemistry 102; Psychology 302. Coreq: SBSN 310L or consent of instructor) Theory, techniques, and expansion of nursing assessment to include a beginning proficiency in obtaining a client history and performing a comprehensive assessment of the healthy individual system. Normal findings and selected common variations are explored.
310L—Health Assessment Practicum. (1) (Coreq: SBSN 310) Application of theory and techniques of nursing skills used in comprehensive assessment of healthy individual systems. Detection and description of normal findings and selected common variations are included. Two campus laboratory hours per week.
350—Concepts of Professional Nursing. (3) (Prereq: admission to the RN completion track) Systems theory, family theories, nursing theories, nursing process, roles, and professional practice issues relating to health equilibriums of individual and family systems.
431—Complex Nursing Practice. (3) (Prereq: SBSN 331, 331L, 341, 341L; for the RN completion track: Chemistry 102; SBSN 310, 310L, 350. Coreq: SBSN 431L) Expansion of decision making in nursing process with client systems experiencing acute and/or life-threatening disequilibriums.
431L—Complex Nursing Practicum. (4) (Coreq: SBSN 431) Application of nursing process with individual client systems experiencing acute and/or life-threatening disequilibriums. Eight laboratory hours per week.
451—Leadership in Nursing Practice. (2) (Prereq: SBSN 331, 331L, 341, 341L; for the RN completion track: Chemistry 102, SBSN 350. Coreq: SBSN 451L) Principles of leadership and management role of the professional nurse as provider of client care. The emphasis is on systems, theories, and collaborative roles of the generalist professional nurse.
451L—Leadership in Nursing Practicum. (2) (Coreq: SBSN 451) Application of principles of leadership and management in selected health care settings. Four laboratory hours per week.
461—Family and Community Health Nursing. (3) (Prereq: SBSN 331, 331L, 341, 341L; for the RN completion track: Chemistry 102, SBSN 310, 310L, 350. Coreq: SBSN 461L) Use of nursing process with community client systems across the life span. Concepts of community health and major community health disequilibriums are explored.
461L—Family and Community Health Nursing Practicum. (4) Coreq: SBSN 461) Application of nursing process with community client systems, across the life span, in selected community settings. Eight laboratory hours per week.
490—Nursing Research. (3) (Prereq: SBSN 331, 331L, 341, 341L; for the RN completion track: SBSN 350, Psychology 225 [or Sociology 220 or Mathematics 201]; or consent of instructor) Introduction to basic terminology, methods, and elements of research with emphasis on the application of research findings to professional nursing practice.

Philosophy (PHIL)

102—Introduction to Philosophy. (3) An introduction to the main problems of philosophy and its methods of inquiry, analysis, and criticism. Works of important philosophers will be read. Honors section offered.

Physical Education (PEDU)

Fitness and Conditioning

103—Jogging. (1) Exercise, lectures, and self-evaluation for weight control and fitness improvement.
104—Personal Fitness and Weight Control. (1) Advanced techniques for controlling weight and improving fitness through exercise, lectures, and self-evaluation.
107—Aerobic Dance. (1) Cardio-respiratory fitness, flexibility, and coordination through continuous rhythmical movements.

Sport

112—Basketball. (1) Fundamental skills of game performance. Strategy, rules, and basic offenses and defenses.
121—Beginning Tennis. (1) Basic strokes, history, rules, and strategy of the game.

Physics (PHYS)

101—Introduction to Physical Science I. (3) An introduction to the concepts, ideas, and methods of physical science. Particular emphasis is given to the principles of classical physics and chemistry.
151—Physics in the Arts. (3) The physics of sound, color, illumination; musical instruments and photographic processes. Credit may not be received for both PHYS 151 and 153 or both PHYS 151 and 155.
151L—Physics in the Arts Lab. (1) (Prereq or coreq: PHYS 151) Laboratory work on wave motion, including acoustic, optical, photographic, and electronic measurements. Credit may not be received for both PHYS 151L and 153L or both PHYS 151L and 155L.
211—Essentials of Physics I. (3) (Prereq: a grade of C or better in MATH 141; coreq: PHYS 211L) Classical mechanics and wave motion. Calculus-level course for students of science and engineering. (television instruction only)
211L—Essentials of Physics I Lab. (1) (Prereq or coreq: PHYS 211 or PHYS 301) (television instruction only)
212—Essentials of Physics II. (3) (Prereq: a grade of C or better in PHYS 211 and MATH 142; coreq: PHYS 212L) Classical electromagnetism and optics. (television instruction only)
212L—Essentials of Physics II Lab. (1) (Prereq or coreq: PHYS 212 or PHYS 302)(television instruction only)

Psychology (PSYC)

101—Introduction to Psychology. (3) An introduction to and survey of the basic concepts and findings within the field of psychology.
103—Psychology of Adjustment. (3) Introduction to theories and processes underlying and facilitating human adjustment in the community, family, and workplace.
300—Human Sexual Behavior. (3) Psychological, physiological, and sociological factors of human sexual behavior and attitudes.
301—Psychology of Marriage. [=WOST 301] (3) The psychological, physiological, and social characteristics of marriage.
310—Psychology of Women. [=WOST 310] (3) Women’s experiences: childhood and adolescence, work, family, cultural images, adjustment, and social change.
380—Sport Psychology. (3) The role of sports in socialization, personality development and competence, including: spectator-performer interactions, motivation, competition effects; and the application of psychological techniques to performance enhancement.
399—Independent Study. (3-6) (Prereq: PSYC 101 and consent of instructor) Closely supervised project or research experience in psychology. Approved contract required. May be repeated for up to six credits. Not for psychology major credit.
410—Survey of Abnormal Psychology. (3) (Prereq: PSYC 101 or SCCC 130) Covers the classification, diagnosis, etiological theories, and treatments of the major mental and emotional disorders.
420—Survey of Developmental Psychology. (3) (Prereq: PSYC 101 or EDPY 335 or SCCC 130) Psychological development from conception to late adulthood. Topics include physical, cognitive, and social processes associated with development at each stage of the life cycle.
440—Survey of Personality. (3) (Prereq: PSYC 101 or SCCC 130) Covers the major theories and research on personality and the dynamics of human motivation.
521—Psychology of Adolescence. (3) (Prereq: PSYC 420 or consent of instructor) Theories and research examining social, emotional, and intellectual development in adolescence. Explores influence of family, peer, school, and cultural contexts.

Religious Studies (RELG)

111—Biblical History and Literature. (3) A brief introduction to contemporary study of the Bible; its historical background, writing, and transmission; its principal persons, events, and ideas; and their significance for the present time.
115—Religion in America. (3) Communities, persons, themes and events which have helped to shape the religious climate in America; with emphasis on Christian communities.
202—Introduction to Reason and Faith. (3) Historical and systematic introduction to theology; the search for balance between belief and reason; contemporary developments.
203—Comparative Religion. (3) The religious experience of varied persons and groups, East and West, in traditional and contemporary settings.

Completion of at least one of the 100- or 200-level courses is prerequisite for registration in any of the following advanced courses:

301—Old Testament. (3) A critical study of the literature of the Old Testament emphasizing its historical development and meaning in the life of ancient Israel.
302—New Testament. (3) A historical and critical study of the origin, structure, and transmission of the New Testament writings and their meaning in the life and thought of the early Church; emphasis is placed on the life, teaching, and significance of Jesus and Paul—both for their day and for ours.
311—The Mission and Message of Jesus. (3) An analysis of the historical and social setting of the Gospels designed to afford the student a fuller understanding of Jesus and his mission.
312—The Life and Letters of Paul. (3) A critical study in the life and thought of Paul, his letters to the early Christian churches, his role in the expansion of the Christian movement, and his continuing influence today.
313—The Johannine Literature. (3) The Gospel of John, the Johannine letters, and the Revelation of John are considered against both the background of first century history and their theological relevance in our time; emphasis on major Johannine themes and, in the case of Revelation, the apocalyptic movement in general.
321—Old Testament Prophets. (3) Old Testament prophets, the nature of their prophetic experience, their place in the life of ancient Israel, their message, and their continuing theological significance.
330—Faith, Doubt, and God. (3) Judeo-Christian views of God; modern criticism and contemporary responses.
361—Psychology of Religion. [=PSYC 320] (3) The development of the religious consciousness and its various expressions, the psychological dynamics of growth and conversion, response to crisis, and the relation of spiritual practice to health and wholeness.
399-—Independent Study. (3-6) Contract approved by instructor, advisor, and department chair is required for undergraduate students.
514—The Quest of the Historical Jesus. (3) Examination of studies on the historical Jesus from 1778 to the present. Attention given to the relationship between "the Jesus of history" and "the Christ of faith."

Sociology (SOCY)

Note: SOCY 101 is prerequisite to all other sociology courses.

101—Introductory Sociology. (3) An introduction to sociological facts and principles: an analysis of group-making processes and products.
301—Sociology of Sex Roles. [=WOST 300] (3) Theories, methods, and substantive issues in a sociological approach to sex roles. Topics usually include sex role expectations and socialization in contemporary societies, sub-cultural and social class variations, and structural and institutional factors.
304—Race, Class, Gender, and Sexuality. [=WOST 304] (3) Historical and contemporary power relationships in race, social class, gender, and sexual orientation.
305—Sociology of the Family. [=WOST 305] (3) Sociological perspectives related to various aspects of family behaviors, roles, and values.
323—Sociology of Deviant Behavior. (3) Theories, methodology, and substantive issues in the study of social deviance.
340—Introduction to Social Problems. (3) Normative dissensus and behavioral deviance in society, and their consequences for social change and social order. Problems may include: mental disorders, juvenile delinquency, crime, drug abuse, alcoholism, suicide, sexual pathology, race and ethnic relations, world population crises, and work problems.
353—Sociology of Crime. [ =CRJU 341] (3) Social factors in the development, identification, and treatment of criminals.
362—Sociology of Disability. (3) Social dynamics of disability and the implications for society.

Spanish (SPAN)

109, 110—Beginning Spanish I and II. (3,3) Introduction to grammar and practical vocabulary necessary for fundamental communication skills. Admission to 109 restricted to those who have never studied Spanish previously or who have placed by examination into 109; admission to 110 restricted to those who have completed SPAN 109. 109 offered in fall and summer I only; 110 in spring and summer II only. Credit may be received only for one of the following: 109/110; 111; or 121.

Statistics (STAT)

201—Elementary Statistics. (3) (Prereq: MATH 111 or 115 or STAT 110, or consent of department) An introductory course in the fundamentals of modern statistical methods. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, random sampling, tests of hypothesis, estimation, simple linear regression, and correlation.

Theatre, Speech, and Dance (THSP)

140—Public Communication. (3) Public speaking and the principles and criticism of oral public communication, to include performance by students.
200—Understanding and Appreciation of Theatre. (3) An introduction to the understanding and appreciation of theatrical experience. Attendance at theatrical performances required.

University (UNIV)

101—The Student in the University. (3) The purposes of higher education and potential roles of the student within the university. Open to freshmen. Also open to other undergraduate students in their first semester of enrollment.

Women’s Studies (WOST)

113—Women and Their Bodies in Health and Disease. (3) Basic functioning of the female body; effects of society on processes of health and disease. Not for natural sciences credit.



			Courses This list represents the most up-to-date offerings at the time of publication. Please see the Master Schedule of Classes for expanded offerings. Some of the courses listed in this section are offered by the originating campus through alternative methods such as open and closed circuit television and videocassette. These courses will be designated as such in the Master Schedule of Classes. African American Studies (AFRO) 201—Introduction to African-American Studies. (3) Anthropology (ANTH) 101—Primates, People, and Prehistory. (3) An exploration of human origins, human evolution, human prehistory, and cultural existence from its less complex forms to early civilizations. An introduction to the concepts, methods, and data of physical, biological, and archaeological anthropology. May be taken with, or independently of, ANTH 102. 102—Understanding Other Cultures. (3) An exploration and comparison of selected contemporary cultures, including their languages. An introduction to the concepts, methods, and data of socio-cultural anthropology and anthropological linguistics. May be taken with, or independently of, ANTH 101. Art Art History (ARTH) 105—History of Western Art. (3) The visual arts from Paleolithic times to the Renaissance. 106—History of Western Art. (3) The visual arts from the Renaissance to the present. Art Studio (ARTS) 103—Fundamentals of Art. (3) Introduction to visual thinking and principles of two-dimensional design. 104—3-Dimensional Design I. (3) Introduction to visual thinking and principles of three-dimensional design. 107—Color and Composition. (3) (Prereq: ARTS 103) Color, color theory, and compositional systems. 111—Basic Drawing I. (3) Introduction to the materials and basic techniques of drawing. 112—Basic Drawing II. (3) (Prereq: ARTS 111) Introduction to the materials and basic techniques of drawing. 210—Introduction to Painting. (3) (Prereq: ARTS 103, 111, 112, or consent of instructor) An introductory course in the materials and techniques of painting. 215—Introduction to Printmaking. (3) (Prereq: ARTS 103, 111, 112, or consent of instructor) An introductory course in printmaking with emphasis on relief processes. 220—Beginning Ceramics. (3) (Prereq: ARTS 104) An introduction to the materials and techniques of ceramics through hand-building and throwing on the wheel. 225—Introduction to Three-Dimensional Studies. (3) (Prereq: ARTS 104 or consent of instructor) An introductory course in the concepts, materials, and techniques of three-dimensional media. Astronomy (ASTR) 111—Descriptive Astronomy I. (3) The universe: physical processes and methods of study. Lectures, demonstrations, and laboratory experience. Designed primarily for the non-science major. (Television instruction only) 111A—Descriptive Astronomy IA. (1) (Prereq or coreq: ASTR 111) Topics from ASTR 111 studied in greater depth. (Television instruction only.) 112—Descriptive Astronomy II. (3) (Prereq or coreq: ASTR 111) Selected areas from ASTR 111 studied in greater depth. Includes laboratory experience. (Television instruction only.) 112A—Descriptive Astronomy IIA. (1) (Prereq or coreq: ASTR 111A) A continuation of ASTR 111A. (Television instruction only.) Biology (BIOL) 101—Biological Principles I. (3) (Coreq: BIOL 101L) Introductory survey of cell structure and function, genetics and evolution. For biology majors, premed students and others needing a prerequisite in biological sciences. Three lecture hours per week. 101L—Biological Principles I Laboratory. (1) (Coreq: BIOL 101) Examination of basic principles of cellular biology, genetics, and metabolism utilizing recitations, demonstrations, and laboratory exercises. Three hours per week. 102—Biological Principles II. (3) (Prereq: grade of C or better in BIOL 101, BIOL 101L; coreq: BIOL 102L) Introductory survey of plant and animal systems, principles of development, physiology, reproduction, and ecology. Three lectures per week. 102L—Biological Principles II Laboratory. (1) (Prereq: BIOL 101, BIOL 101L; coreq: BIOL 102) Examination of phylogeny, structure, and function of plants and animals utilizing demonstrations and laboratory exercises. Three hours per week. 110—General Biology. (4) Basic biological concepts and issues for non-biology majors. Credit may not be given for both this course and BIOL 120. Three lecture, two laboratory hours per week. 110A—General Biology (Audio-Tutorial). (1) Addendum to BIOL 110. 120—Human Biology. (3) Fundamental principles of human biology. Credit may not be given for both BIOL 110 and BIOL 120. Three lecture hours per week. Not for major credit. 120L—Laboratory in Human Biology. (1) (Prereq or coreq: BIOL 120) Exercises dealing with basic concepts of human biology. Not for major credit. 206—Genetics and Society. (3) (Designed for non-major students.) Genetic principles, emphasizing human heredity. Relevance of recent advances in genetics. Three lecture hours per week. 220—Selected Topics in Biology. (1 each; 8 maximum) A series of courses each lasting one-third of a semester. Course content varies and will be announced in the schedule of classes by suffix and title. Three lecture hours per week. 232—Anatomy. (3) Functional anatomy of the human body and its relation to disease processes. Not for biology major credit. 232L—Anatomy Laboratory. (1) (Coreq: BIOL 232) The principles of anatomy as demonstrated by microscopic studies and animal dissection. Three hours per week. 242—Human Physiology. (4) (Prereq: BIOL 232 or permission of instructor) Functional biology of organ systems in the maintenance of the whole organism; homeostatic relationships. Not available for biology major credit. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. 243—Human Anatomy and Physiology I. (3) (Prereq: CHEM 102) Functional anatomy and physiology of the human body, including the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Not available for biology major credit. Three lecture hours per week. 243L—Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory. (1) (Coreq: BIOL 243) The principles of anatomy and physiology as demonstrated by microscopic studies, animal dissection, and physiological experiments. One three-hour laboratory per week. 244—Human Anatomy and Physiology II. (3) (Prereq: BIOL 243) Functional anatomy and physiology of the human body, including the cardiovascular, endocrine, excretory, reproductive, digestive, and respiratory systems. Not available for biology major credit. Three lecture hours per week. 244L—Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory. (1) (Coreq: BIOL 244) A continuation of BIOL 243L. One three-hour laboratory per week. 270—Introduction to Environmental Biology. (3) Basic ecological principles and the impacts of human population growth and technology. Not for major credit. 270L—Introduction to Environmental Biology Laboratory. (1) (Prereq or coreq: BIOL 270) Demonstrations, data analyses, discussions, and films relating to human ecology, resource use, and environmental impact. Two hours per week. Not for major credit. 330—Microbiology. (3) (Prereq: college-level biology and chemistry; coreq: BIOL 330L) An introduction to bacteria and viruses, emphasizing structure, metabolism, and pathogenesis. Discussion of infectious diseases, antigen-antibody relationships, and anti-microbial agents in chemotherapy. Not available for biology major credit. Three lecture hours per week. 330L—Microbiology Laboratory. (1) (Prereq or coreq: BIOL 330) Not available for biology major credit. Three hours per week. 399—Independent Study. (1-6) Contract approved by instructor, advisor, and department head is required for undergraduate students. Business Administration Accounting (ACCT) 225—Fundamentals of Accounting I. (3) (Prereq: sophomore standing) External financial reporting for business entities, including income measurement and determination of financial position. 226—Fundamentals of Accounting II. (3) (Prereq: ACCT 225) Internal managerial and cost accounting, including budgeting, cost determination, and analysis. Management (MGMT) 371—Principles of Management. (3) A comprehensive survey of the basic principles of management applicable to all forms of business. The course provides the student with a basis for thinking about complex business situations in the framework of analysis of the management process. 376—Organization Behavior. (3) (Prereq: MGMT 371) Introduction to human behavior in organizations. Emphasis on factors that contribute to the effectiveness of individuals and groups in organizations. Management Science (MGSC) 190—Computer Information Systems in Business. (3) Concepts and techniques of business problem solving using microcomputers. Introduction to the PC operating environment, basic information system concepts, and spreadsheet, presentation, database, and word processing software. 291—Statistics for Business and Economics. (3) Descriptive statistics, topics in probability, statistical inference and modeling. Emphasis on the collection, summarization, analysis, and reporting of numerical findings relevant to business decisions and economic analysis. 292—Applied Statistical Modeling. (3) Multiple regression, ANOVA, forecasting, quality control, and nonparametric techniques. Emphasis is on the application of these statistical models in business decision making. Marketing (MKTG) 350—Principles of Marketing. (3) (Prereq: ECON 224, ACCT 222) Principles and concepts underlying marketing functions, including the conception, pricing, promotion, and distribution of products and services and the role of marketing in society. Chemistry (CHEM) 101—Fundamental Chemistry I. (4) Three lecture, one recitation, and two laboratory hours per week. A science elective surveying inorganic and solution chemistry. First of a terminal two-semester sequence. 102—Fundamental Chemistry II. (4) (Prereq: CHEM 101 or 111) Three lecture, one recitation, and two laboratory hours per week. Continuation of CHEM 101, surveying organic and biochemistry. 111—General Chemistry. (4) (Prereq: MATH 111 or 115) Three lecture, one recitation, and two laboratory hours per week. A survey of the principles that underlie all chemistry with applications illustrating these principles. 112—General Chemistry. (4) (Prereq: MATH 111 and 115 and a grade of C or better in CHEM 111 or SCCC 103) A continuation of Chemistry 111. Special emphasis on chemical equilibrium. Three lecture, one recitation, and three laboratory hours per week. Comparative Literature (CPLT) All Comparative Literature courses are taught in translation. 270—World Literature. [=ENGL 270] (3) Selected masterpieces of world literature from antiquity to the present. 301—Great Books of the Western World I. [=ENGL 390] (3) European masterpieces from antiquity to the beginning of the Renaissance. 302—Great Books of the Western World II. [=ENGL 391] (3) European masterpieces from the Renaissance to the present. Computer Science and Engineering (CSCE) 101—Introduction to Computer Concepts. (3) (Prereq: two years of college preparatory mathematics or equivalent) History, application, and social impact of computers; problem-solving, algorithm development, applications software, and programming in a procedural language. Open to all majors. 102—General Applications Programming. (3) (Prereq: two years of college preparatory mathematics or equivalent) Introduction to systematic computer problem-solving and programming for a variety of applications. Open to all majors. 145—Algorithmic Design I. (4) (Prereq: Placement in MATH 141 or grade of C or better in MATH 115) Problem-solving, algorithmic design, and programming. Three lectures and two laboratory sessions per week. Open to all majors. 146—Algorithmic Design II. (4) (Prereq: grade of C or better in CSCE 145 and grade of C or better in MATH 141 or 174; coreq: MATH 174) Continuation of CSCE 145. Rigorous development of algorithms and computer programs; elementary data structures. Three lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week. Open to all majors. 205—Business Applications Programming. (3) (Prereq: MGSC 190 or CSCE 145) Introduction to computer applications in business. Programming exercises in COBOL. Open to all majors. 211—Digital Logic Design. (3) (Prereq: MATH 141 or 174) Number systems, boolean algebra, logic design, sequential machines. Credit may not be received for both CSCE 211 and CSCE 213. Criminal Justice (CRJU) 101—The American Criminal Justice System. (3) A survey of the law enforcement, courts, corrections, juvenile, and planning systems. Problems of interrelationships between criminal justice agencies and the community. 211—The American Police System. (3) A survey of the police service delivery system at the federal, state, and local levels. Consideration will be given to historical development, the police role in contemporary society, and future goals. Economics (ECON) ECON 221 and 222, or ECON 224, are prerequisite to all 300-, 400-, and 500-level economics courses. 221—Principles of Economics I. (3) Macroeconomic analysis: basic definitions and concepts; mechanics of pricing and the fundamentals of American capitalism: national income economics, income and employment theory, and monetary and fiscal policy. Students cannot receive credit for both ECON 221 and ECON 224. 222—Principles of Economics II. (3) (Prereq: ECON 221 or the equivalent) Microeconomic analysis: theory of the firm, cost and output determination; market pricing; income distribution and international economics. Students cannot receive credit for both ECON 222 and ECON 224. 311—Issues in Economics. (3) The nature and causes of major economic problems facing the nation and its communities, and policy alternatives designed to solve them. The philosophy and methodology of economics in social problem solving. Education Curriculum and Instruction (EDCI) 110—Introduction to Careers in Education. (3) An individualized survey of careers in education, utilizing practica, seminars, and input from various disciplines to focus on personal and professional development. Pass-fail credit. Elementary Education (EDEL) 642—Teaching Mathematics to Young Children. (3) Analysis of a developmental approach to teaching children under the age of 9. (Television instruction only.) Foundations of Education (EDFN) 321—Dynamics of American Public Education. (3) (Prereq: junior or higher standing) Extensive treatment of the social, political, economic, and philosophical influences that have shaped public education. Analysis of the financial, organizational, and legal aspects of education. Library assignments provide a working knowledge of professional standard reference and journals. Educational Psychology (EDPY) 333—Introduction to Child Growth and Development. (3) Basic course designed to familiarize the prospective teacher with the patterns of social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth of the individual. Development of these growth patterns from the prenatal stage to the onset of adolescence. 334—Introduction to Adolescent Growth and Development. (3) Basic course designed to familiarize the prospective junior and senior high school teacher with the pattern of social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth of the individual during his adolescent years. Recommendation of the advisor(s) required. 335—Introduction to Educational Psychology. (3) Applications of the psychology of learning and development. Special attention to basic statistics and the behavior of the school child. Secondary Education (EDSE) 670—Graphics Calculators in High School Mathematics. (3) Methods and materials for using graphics calculators to teach algebra, elementary functions, and analytic geometry. (Television instruction only.) Engineering (ENGR) (offered through Distance Education) 200—Statics. (3) (Prereq: MATH 141) Introduction to the principles of mechanics. Equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies. Distributed forces, centroids, and centers of gravity. Moments of inertia of areas. Analysis of simple structures and machines. A study of various types of friction. 210—Dynamics. (3) (Prereq: ENGR 200) Kinematics of particles and rigid bodies. Kinetics of particles with emphasis on Newton’s second law; energy and momentum methods for the solution of problems. Applications of plane motion of rigid bodies. 260—Introduction to the Mechanics of Solids. (3) (Prereq: ENGR 200, MATH 241) Concepts of stress and strain; stress analysis of basic structural members; consideration of combined stress, including Mohr’s circle; introductory analysis of deflection; buckling of columns. 290—Thermodynamic Fundamentals. (3) (Prereq: MATH 241) Definitions, work, heat, and energy. First law analyses of systems and control volumes. Second law analysis. Electrical Engineering (ELCT) 221—Circuits I. (3) (Prereq: MATH 142, ELCT 102) Linear circuit analysis and design. English Language and Literature (ENGL) 101—Composition. (3) A course in the composing process with attention to invention, arrangement, and style, and closely supervised practice in reading and writing essays. 102—Composition and Literature. (3) (Prereq: ENGL 101) A course in the writing of expository and critical essays with an introduction to literature and including a research paper. Note: Students must complete English 101 and 102 (or equivalent) before taking any other English course. 282—Fiction. (3) Fiction from several countries and historical periods, illustrating the nature of the genre. 284—Drama. (3) Drama from several countries and historical periods, illustrating the nature of the genre. 286—Poetry. (3) Poetry from several countries and historical periods, illustrating the nature of the genre. 287—American Literature. (3) Survey of American literature: major authors, genres, and periods. Designed for English majors. 288—English Literature I. (3) British poetry, drama, and prose from Beowulf to the 18th century. Designed for English majors. 289—English Literature II. (3) British poetry, drama, and prose from the 18th century to the present. Designed for English majors. Note: Students must complete one sophomore literature course (282-289) before taking any upper-level course. English majors must complete two of the three courses from ENGL 287, 288, and 289 and earn at least a C in both; they must successfully complete one before taking any literature courses beyond the 200 level. Only courses numbered 390 and above may count toward a major in English. With the approval of the department, a graduate student may enroll in some courses at the 500 level and receive graduate credit by doing additional work. 390—Great Books of the Western World I. [=CPLT 301] (3) European masterpieces from antiquity to the beginning of the Renaissance. 391—Great Books of the Western World II. [=CPLT 302] (3) European masterpieces from the Renaissance to the present. 399—Independent Study. (3-9) (Prereq: consent of instructor) Contract approved by instructor, advisor, and department chair is required for undergraduate students. 423—Modern American Literature. (3) Poetry and prose of the 20th century. 429B—Topics in American Literature: F. Scott Fitzgerald. (3) A survey of Fitzgerald’s work and times using eight audiotapes developed by National Public Radio and 13 audiotaped lectures by Emily Brown Jefferies Professor of English, Dr. Matthew J. Bruccoli. Each NPR tape includes a documentary presentation of the life and times of Fitzgerald and a dramatization of one of his short stories. (Audio-tape instruction only.) 603—Seminar in Prose Composition: Writer’s Workshop. (3) This course features interviews with Kurt Vonnegut, John Gardner, Nora Ephron, and 12 other major contemporary writers in both fiction and nonfiction, whose specialties range from poetry to film criticism. For experienced or aspiring writers, book lovers, and anyone else interested in the writing process. (Television instruction only.) French (FREN) 109, 110—Beginning French I and II. (3,3) Introduction to grammar and practical vocabulary necessary for fundamental communication skills. Admission to 109 restricted to those who have never studied French previously or who have placed by examination into 109; admission to 110 restricted to those who have completed FREN 109. 109 offered in fall and summer I only; 110 in spring and summer II only. Credit may be received only for one of the following: 109/110; 111; or 121. Geography (GEOG) 103—Introduction to Geography. (3) A survey of the principles and methods of geographic inquiry. Not required for the geography major. 121—World Regional Geography. (3) Introduction to the physical and human geography of the world with a focus on selected regions. 201—Landform Geography. (4) Hydrology, soil science, and interpretation of physical features formed by water, wind, and ice, with emphasis on environmental change. Three hours of lecture and one two-hour laboratory per week. 202—Weather and Climate. (4) Processes that influence weather and climate patterns on the earth. Three lectures and one two-hour laboratory per week. 210—Introduction to Human Geography. (3) Basic principles of human geography. Geological Sciences (GEOL) 101—Introduction to the Earth. (4) Origin and nature of the earth with emphasis on internal processes and phenomena such as earthquakes, volcanoes, and mountain building; surface processes, including landform evolution. Three lectures and three laboratory hours each week. 102—Fossils and the Evolution of Life on Earth. (4) Basic overview of fossils, including dinosaurs, and their importance for understanding earth history and the evolution of life. Three lectures and three laboratory hours each week. Government and International Studies (GINT) 201—American National Government. (3) The formation and development of the national government, its organization and powers. 360—American Political Parties. (3) A broad survey of the role of political parties in the American political system. Following an examination of the historical evolution of party systems in the United States, primary attention is given to three aspects of contemporary political parties: the party as an organization, the party as an electorate, and the party as a governing elite. 501B—The Vietnam War. (3) Built around the outstanding PBS television series Vietnam: A Television History, this course will provide students with in-depth knowledge of the Vietnam War, from its historical origins to its eventual resolutions. The course will also provide a firmer understanding of America’s role in the war and familiarize students with different perspectives and interpretations of the Vietnam War. (Television instruction only.) Health Promotion and Education (HPRE) 221—Personal and Community Health. (3) Principles of personal hygiene: physiological systems of the body with emphasis on nutrition, physical fitness, stress control, consumer health, sexuality, and self-care skills. History (HIST) 101—European Civilization from Ancient Times to the Mid-17th Century. (3) The rise and development of European civilization from its Mediterranean origins through the Renaissance and Reformation. 102—European Civilization from the Mid-17th Century. (3) European development and expansion from the mid-17th century to the present. 106—Introduction to African History. (3) An examination of several traditional sub-Saharan African societies and of their political and economic transformation in the modern, colonial, and post-independence periods. 111,112—History of the United States from Discovery to the Present Day. (3 each) A general survey of the United States from the era of discovery to the present, emphasizing major political, economic, social, and intellectual developments. First semester: to 1865; second semester: since 1865. Honors sections are available for students in the Honors program. 385—The Expansion of Christianity. (3) Critical epochs in the spread of Christianity. Consideration of the great crises that shaped the structure and form of Christianity during the last twenty centuries: the Hellenistic world; the medieval syntheses; the breakup of Western Christian unity; the transition to worldwide mission activity in the industrial age. 399—Independent Study. (1-6) Contract approved by instructor, advisor, and department chair is required for undergraduate students. 409—The History of South Carolina, 1670-1865. (3) A study of South Carolina origins and developments. 410—History of South Carolina since 1865. (3) A survey of recent South Carolina history with emphasis on social and institutional development. 451—The History of American Medicine. (3) The development of the art and science of medicine as practiced in the United States from colonial times to Medicare. Emphasis on the social history of American medicine. 452—The History of Science in America. (3) The development of science in America from colonial times to the present. Special attention will be given to defining those factors, scientific, economic, and social, which have raised American science to its commanding position in the 20th century. Interdisciplinary Studies (IDST) 390—Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies. (3) A study of the history, philosophy, and theory of and modes of inquiry in interdisciplinary studies. 497—Senior Seminar. (3) (Prereq: senior status in B.A.I.S. program in the College of Hospitality, Retail, and Sport Management) Integration of prior academic work. (Television instruction only.) Library and Information Science (CLIS) 523—Materials for Early Childhood. (3) Media resources and techniques for children from birth to nine years. Reading interests and developmental needs of young children. Authors, illustrators, indexes, bibliographic tools, evaluation sources, and professional literature. (Television instruction only.) Marine Science (MSCI) 210—Oceans and Man. (3) A nontechnical introduction to human interactions with the marine environment: marine organisms, marine systems, and the physical and chemical characteristics of oceans and estuaries. Not available for marine science major credit. Mathematics (MATH) 111—Basic College Mathematics. (3) (Prereq: qualification through placement) Basic college algebra; linear and quadratic equations, inequalities, functions and graphs of functions, exponential and logarithm functions, systems of equations. Credit may not be received for both MATH 111 and 115. 112-—Trigonometry. (2) (Prereq: qualification through placement or a grade of C or better in MATH 111) Topics in trigonometry specifically needed for MATH 141, 142, 241. Circular functions, analytic trigonometry, applications of trigonometry. Credit may not be received for both MATH 112 and 115. 115—Precalculus Mathematics. (4) (Prereq: qualification through placement) Topics in algebra and trigonometry specifically needed for MATH 141, 142, 241. Subsets of the real line, absolute value; polynomial, rational, inverse, logarithmic, exponential functions; circular functions; analytic trigonometry. Credit may not be received for both MATH 111 and 115 or both MATH 112 and 115. 122—Calculus for Business Administration and Social Sciences. (3) (Prereq: qualification through placement or a grade of C or better in MATH 111 or 115) Derivatives and integrals of elementary algebraic, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Maxima, minima, rate of change, motion, work, area under a curve, and volume. 141—Calculus I. (4) (Prereq: qualification through placement or a grade of C or better in MATH 112 or 115) Limits, continuity; derivatives, chain rule, rates of change, curve sketching, max-min problems; definite integral, antiderivatives, and the Fundamental Theorem. 142—Calculus II. (4) (Prereq: qualification through placement or a grade of C or better in MATH 141) Techniques of integration, exponential, and inverse trigonometric functions; numerical methods, and applications of the integral; sequences, power and Taylor series. 170—Finite Mathematics. (3) (Prereq: qualification through placement or a grade of C or better in MATH 111 or 115) Elementary matrix theory; systems of linear equations; permutations and combinations; probability and Markov chains; linear programming and game theory. 174—Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science. (3) (Prereq: qualification through placement or a grade of C or better in MATH 112 or 115) Induction, complexity, elementary counting, combinations and permutations, recursion and recurrence relations, graphs and trees; discussion of the design and analysis of algorithms—with emphasis on sorting and searching. 221—Basic Concepts of Elementary Mathematics I. (3) (Prereq: qualification through placement or a grade of C or better in MATH 111 or 115) The meaning of number, fundamental operations of arithmetic, the structure of the real number system and its subsystems, elementary number theory. Open only to students in elementary or early childhood teacher certification. 222—Basic Concepts of Elementary Mathematics II. (3) (Prereq: MATH 221) Informal geometry and basic concepts of algebra. Open only to students in elementary or early childhood teacher certification. 241—Vector Calculus. (3) (Prereq: qualification through placement or a grade of C or better in MATH 142) Vector algebra, geometry of three-dimensional space; lines, planes, and curves in space; polar, cylindrical, and spherical coordinate systems; partial differentiation, max-min theory; multiple and iterated integration, line integrals, and Green’s theorem in the plane. 242—Elementary Differential Equations. (3) (Prereq: qualification through placement or a grade of C or better in MATH 142) Ordinary differential equations of first order, higher order linear equations, Laplace transform methods, series methods; numerical solution of differential equations. Applications to physical sciences and engineering. Introduction to programming desirable. 399—Independent Study. (3-9) Contract approved by instructor and academic dean required. Music (MUSC) 110—Introduction to Music. (3) Perceptive listening and appreciation of musical elements, forms and style periods, including composers’ lives, individual styles and representative works. Emphasis on classical music; jazz and American popular music included. Nursing (NURS) (television instruction only) 110—Self-Care Behaviors. (3) Introduction and exploration of concepts, skills, techniques, and strategies that influence self-awareness, thinking, motivation, and self-care behaviors. 212—Evolution of Nursing Science. (3) Examination of development of nursing as a scientific discipline. 220—Clinical Nutrition. (3) (Prereq: CHEM 102) Utilization of principles of therapeutic nutrition with consideration for the physiological and chemical disturbances of various health problems; the role of the nurse in clinical nutrition. 250—Nursing Science in Professional Practice. (3) Nursing as a science; selected concepts of self-care and communication within the context of nursing science. Transition course for registered nurse students only. Credit received for NURS 110 and NURS 210 upon completion. 302—Community as Client. (3) Community health nursing as a holistic approach to client health needs through the synthesis of public health and nursing sciences; for non-degree registered nurse students. 316—Biophysical Pathology. (3) (Prereq: CHEM 102, NURS 220; prereq or coreq: NURS 309) Pathology associated with biophysical alterations. 317—Psychosocial Pathology. (2) Pathology associated with psychosocial alterations. 326—Socio-Cultural Variations in Health and Illness. (3) (Prereq: 6 hours of social sciences) Diverse health care belief systems and how they influence human responses to health and illness. Focus on African-American and other cultural groups. 524—Geriatric Nutrition. (3) (Prereq: an undergraduate nutrition course or permission of the instructor) Nutritional requirements of older people; emphasis on the preventive and therapeutic principles. 553—In-Service Education. (3) (Prereq: consent of instructor) Organizing, developing, implementing, and evaluating the in-service education program. Spartanburg Nursing (SBSN) These courses are taught via SCETV on the USC Union campus. 310—Health Assessment. (2) (Prereq: Biology 232, 242, 330; Chemistry 102; Psychology 302. Coreq: SBSN 310L or consent of instructor) Theory, techniques, and expansion of nursing assessment to include a beginning proficiency in obtaining a client history and performing a comprehensive assessment of the healthy individual system. Normal findings and selected common variations are explored. 310L—Health Assessment Practicum. (1) (Coreq: SBSN 310) Application of theory and techniques of nursing skills used in comprehensive assessment of healthy individual systems. Detection and description of normal findings and selected common variations are included. Two campus laboratory hours per week. 350—Concepts of Professional Nursing. (3) (Prereq: admission to the RN completion track) Systems theory, family theories, nursing theories, nursing process, roles, and professional practice issues relating to health equilibriums of individual and family systems. 431—Complex Nursing Practice. (3) (Prereq: SBSN 331, 331L, 341, 341L; for the RN completion track: Chemistry 102; SBSN 310, 310L, 350. Coreq: SBSN 431L) Expansion of decision making in nursing process with client systems experiencing acute and/or life-threatening disequilibriums. 431L—Complex Nursing Practicum. (4) (Coreq: SBSN 431) Application of nursing process with individual client systems experiencing acute and/or life-threatening disequilibriums. Eight laboratory hours per week. 451—Leadership in Nursing Practice. (2) (Prereq: SBSN 331, 331L, 341, 341L; for the RN completion track: Chemistry 102, SBSN 350. Coreq: SBSN 451L) Principles of leadership and management role of the professional nurse as provider of client care. The emphasis is on systems, theories, and collaborative roles of the generalist professional nurse. 451L—Leadership in Nursing Practicum. (2) (Coreq: SBSN 451) Application of principles of leadership and management in selected health care settings. Four laboratory hours per week. 461—Family and Community Health Nursing. (3) (Prereq: SBSN 331, 331L, 341, 341L; for the RN completion track: Chemistry 102, SBSN 310, 310L, 350. Coreq: SBSN 461L) Use of nursing process with community client systems across the life span. Concepts of community health and major community health disequilibriums are explored. 461L—Family and Community Health Nursing Practicum. (4) Coreq: SBSN 461) Application of nursing process with community client systems, across the life span, in selected community settings. Eight laboratory hours per week. 490—Nursing Research. (3) (Prereq: SBSN 331, 331L, 341, 341L; for the RN completion track: SBSN 350, Psychology 225 [or Sociology 220 or Mathematics 201]; or consent of instructor) Introduction to basic terminology, methods, and elements of research with emphasis on the application of research findings to professional nursing practice. Philosophy (PHIL) 102—Introduction to Philosophy. (3) An introduction to the main problems of philosophy and its methods of inquiry, analysis, and criticism. Works of important philosophers will be read. Honors section offered. Physical Education (PEDU) Fitness and Conditioning 103—Jogging. (1) Exercise, lectures, and self-evaluation for weight control and fitness improvement. 104—Personal Fitness and Weight Control. (1) Advanced techniques for controlling weight and improving fitness through exercise, lectures, and self-evaluation. 107—Aerobic Dance. (1) Cardio-respiratory fitness, flexibility, and coordination through continuous rhythmical movements. Sport 112—Basketball. (1) Fundamental skills of game performance. Strategy, rules, and basic offenses and defenses. 121—Beginning Tennis. (1) Basic strokes, history, rules, and strategy of the game. Physics (PHYS) 101—Introduction to Physical Science I. (3) An introduction to the concepts, ideas, and methods of physical science. Particular emphasis is given to the principles of classical physics and chemistry. 151—Physics in the Arts. (3) The physics of sound, color, illumination; musical instruments and photographic processes. Credit may not be received for both PHYS 151 and 153 or both PHYS 151 and 155. 151L—Physics in the Arts Lab. (1) (Prereq or coreq: PHYS 151) Laboratory work on wave motion, including acoustic, optical, photographic, and electronic measurements. Credit may not be received for both PHYS 151L and 153L or both PHYS 151L and 155L. 211—Essentials of Physics I. (3) (Prereq: a grade of C or better in MATH 141; coreq: PHYS 211L) Classical mechanics and wave motion. Calculus-level course for students of science and engineering. (television instruction only) 211L—Essentials of Physics I Lab. (1) (Prereq or coreq: PHYS 211 or PHYS 301) (television instruction only) 212—Essentials of Physics II. (3) (Prereq: a grade of C or better in PHYS 211 and MATH 142; coreq: PHYS 212L) Classical electromagnetism and optics. (television instruction only) 212L—Essentials of Physics II Lab. (1) (Prereq or coreq: PHYS 212 or PHYS 302)(television instruction only) Psychology (PSYC) 101—Introduction to Psychology. (3) An introduction to and survey of the basic concepts and findings within the field of psychology. 103—Psychology of Adjustment. (3) Introduction to theories and processes underlying and facilitating human adjustment in the community, family, and workplace. 300—Human Sexual Behavior. (3) Psychological, physiological, and sociological factors of human sexual behavior and attitudes. 301—Psychology of Marriage. [=WOST 301] (3) The psychological, physiological, and social characteristics of marriage. 310—Psychology of Women. [=WOST 310] (3) Women’s experiences: childhood and adolescence, work, family, cultural images, adjustment, and social change. 380—Sport Psychology. (3) The role of sports in socialization, personality development and competence, including: spectator-performer interactions, motivation, competition effects; and the application of psychological techniques to performance enhancement. 399—Independent Study. (3-6) (Prereq: PSYC 101 and consent of instructor) Closely supervised project or research experience in psychology. Approved contract required. May be repeated for up to six credits. Not for psychology major credit. 410—Survey of Abnormal Psychology. (3) (Prereq: PSYC 101 or SCCC 130) Covers the classification, diagnosis, etiological theories, and treatments of the major mental and emotional disorders. 420—Survey of Developmental Psychology. (3) (Prereq: PSYC 101 or EDPY 335 or SCCC 130) Psychological development from conception to late adulthood. Topics include physical, cognitive, and social processes associated with development at each stage of the life cycle. 440—Survey of Personality. (3) (Prereq: PSYC 101 or SCCC 130) Covers the major theories and research on personality and the dynamics of human motivation. 521—Psychology of Adolescence. (3) (Prereq: PSYC 420 or consent of instructor) Theories and research examining social, emotional, and intellectual development in adolescence. Explores influence of family, peer, school, and cultural contexts. Religious Studies (RELG) 111—Biblical History and Literature. (3) A brief introduction to contemporary study of the Bible; its historical background, writing, and transmission; its principal persons, events, and ideas; and their significance for the present time. 115—Religion in America. (3) Communities, persons, themes and events which have helped to shape the religious climate in America; with emphasis on Christian communities. 202—Introduction to Reason and Faith. (3) Historical and systematic introduction to theology; the search for balance between belief and reason; contemporary developments. 203—Comparative Religion. (3) The religious experience of varied persons and groups, East and West, in traditional and contemporary settings. Completion of at least one of the 100- or 200-level courses is prerequisite for registration in any of the following advanced courses: 301—Old Testament. (3) A critical study of the literature of the Old Testament emphasizing its historical development and meaning in the life of ancient Israel. 302—New Testament. (3) A historical and critical study of the origin, structure, and transmission of the New Testament writings and their meaning in the life and thought of the early Church; emphasis is placed on the life, teaching, and significance of Jesus and Paul—both for their day and for ours. 311—The Mission and Message of Jesus. (3) An analysis of the historical and social setting of the Gospels designed to afford the student a fuller understanding of Jesus and his mission. 312—The Life and Letters of Paul. (3) A critical study in the life and thought of Paul, his letters to the early Christian churches, his role in the expansion of the Christian movement, and his continuing influence today. 313—The Johannine Literature. (3) The Gospel of John, the Johannine letters, and the Revelation of John are considered against both the background of first century history and their theological relevance in our time; emphasis on major Johannine themes and, in the case of Revelation, the apocalyptic movement in general. 321—Old Testament Prophets. (3) Old Testament prophets, the nature of their prophetic experience, their place in the life of ancient Israel, their message, and their continuing theological significance. 330—Faith, Doubt, and God. (3) Judeo-Christian views of God; modern criticism and contemporary responses. 361—Psychology of Religion. [=PSYC 320] (3) The development of the religious consciousness and its various expressions, the psychological dynamics of growth and conversion, response to crisis, and the relation of spiritual practice to health and wholeness. 399-—Independent Study. (3-6) Contract approved by instructor, advisor, and department chair is required for undergraduate students. 514—The Quest of the Historical Jesus. (3) Examination of studies on the historical Jesus from 1778 to the present. Attention given to the relationship between "the Jesus of history" and "the Christ of faith." Sociology (SOCY) Note: SOCY 101 is prerequisite to all other sociology courses. 101—Introductory Sociology. (3) An introduction to sociological facts and principles: an analysis of group-making processes and products. 301—Sociology of Sex Roles. [=WOST 300] (3) Theories, methods, and substantive issues in a sociological approach to sex roles. Topics usually include sex role expectations and socialization in contemporary societies, sub-cultural and social class variations, and structural and institutional factors. 304—Race, Class, Gender, and Sexuality. [=WOST 304] (3) Historical and contemporary power relationships in race, social class, gender, and sexual orientation. 305—Sociology of the Family. [=WOST 305] (3) Sociological perspectives related to various aspects of family behaviors, roles, and values. 323—Sociology of Deviant Behavior. (3) Theories, methodology, and substantive issues in the study of social deviance. 340—Introduction to Social Problems. (3) Normative dissensus and behavioral deviance in society, and their consequences for social change and social order. Problems may include: mental disorders, juvenile delinquency, crime, drug abuse, alcoholism, suicide, sexual pathology, race and ethnic relations, world population crises, and work problems. 353—Sociology of Crime. [ =CRJU 341] (3) Social factors in the development, identification, and treatment of criminals. 362—Sociology of Disability. (3) Social dynamics of disability and the implications for society. Spanish (SPAN) 109, 110—Beginning Spanish I and II. (3,3) Introduction to grammar and practical vocabulary necessary for fundamental communication skills. Admission to 109 restricted to those who have never studied Spanish previously or who have placed by examination into 109; admission to 110 restricted to those who have completed SPAN 109. 109 offered in fall and summer I only; 110 in spring and summer II only. Credit may be received only for one of the following: 109/110; 111; or 121. Statistics (STAT) 201—Elementary Statistics. (3) (Prereq: MATH 111 or 115 or STAT 110, or consent of department) An introductory course in the fundamentals of modern statistical methods. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, random sampling, tests of hypothesis, estimation, simple linear regression, and correlation. Theatre, Speech, and Dance (THSP) 140—Public Communication. (3) Public speaking and the principles and criticism of oral public communication, to include performance by students. 200—Understanding and Appreciation of Theatre. (3) An introduction to the understanding and appreciation of theatrical experience. Attendance at theatrical performances required. University (UNIV) 101—The Student in the University. (3) The purposes of higher education and potential roles of the student within the university. Open to freshmen. Also open to other undergraduate students in their first semester of enrollment. Women’s Studies (WOST) 113—Women and Their Bodies in Health and Disease. (3) Basic functioning of the female body; effects of society on processes of health and disease. Not for natural sciences credit.


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