May 09, 2024

2014-2015 Georgia Regents University Undergraduate Catalog

2014-2015 Georgia Regents University Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Sociology
	SOCI 3187 - Sociology of Murder The study of homicide from sociological and criminal justice perspectives including the identification of macro level social processes such as political, economic and cultural forces including gender and race that impact on homicide and how individuals in society view and react to different types of homicide. The consequences of homicide for both individuals and society, and different types of possible intervention strategies based on different theoretical approaches to the socio-scientific study of murder are also studied. Prerequisite(s): CRJU 1103 or SOCI 1101, or permission of the instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: CRJU1103 >= C or SOCI1101 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 3303 - Sociology of the Family Study of the family as an institution in society. Examines why the family takes particular forms in particular societies, and what forces are responsible for changing and shaping it. Attention given to the position of men and women in society, social class, ethnic and racial differences, and historical and comparative materials. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1101 or SOCI 1103/PSYC 1103; SOCI 1160. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: (SOCI1101 >= D or SOCI1103 >= D or PSYC1103 >= D) and SOCI1160 >= D Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 3317 - Sociology of Medicine An overview of the central theories, concepts, and research findings in medical sociology, the course and experiences of illness and patient‑practitioner relationships, the social construction of disease, professional medical subcultures and institutions, and the structure and political economy of the American health care system. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1101; SOCI 1160. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SOCI1101 >= D and SOCI1160 >= D Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 3320 - Sociology of Aging An introduction to the elderly as members of society and the social institutions which impact on their lives and which the elderly helped to shape and currently influence. Covers theoretical perspectives on aging, the individual and the social system, adjustment patterns and changing lifestyles in old age, relevant societal issues, current trends, opportunities, and challenges. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1101 or SOCI 1103/PSYC 1103; SOCI 1160. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: (SOCI1101 >= C or SOCI1103 >= D or PSYC1103 >= D) and SOCI1160 >= D Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 3323 - Sociology of Popular Culture This course examines how popular culture reflects major characteristics of society and individuals at the same time that it influences that society and those individuals. The history and influence of music, humor, sports, movies and graffiti will be included. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1101 or SOCI 1103/PSYC 1103; SOCI 1160. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: (SOCI1101 >= D or SOCI1103 >= D or SOCI1103 >= D) and SOCI1160 >= D Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 3330 - Social Deviance Covers theoretical and empirical issues in the understanding and designations of deviant behavior; addresses the analysis or the social causes and consequences of deviance, conformity, and societal reactions. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1101; SOCI 1160. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: (SOCI1101 >= D or SOCI1103 >= D or PSYC1103 >= D) and SOCI1160 >= D Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 3331 - Youth and Society A study of the history of changing conceptions of childhood, the family, and childhood socialization; the invention of adolescence and the various attributions to childhood and adolescence; and a survey of major developmental schemes of adolescence with an emphasis on characteristics of American adolescence as conducive to delinquency. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1101; SOCI 1160; CRJU 1103; or SOWK 1101. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SOWK1101 >= C or SOCI1101 >= C or SOCI1160 >= C or CRJU1103 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 3332 - Juvenile Delinquency The philosophy, theory, and history of juvenile delinquency, including its causes, preventions, and measurement from sociological perspectives. Prerequisite(s): CRJU 1103 or SOCI 1101; SOCI 1160. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: (SOCI1101 >= C or CRJU1103 >= C) and SOCI1160 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 3336 - Women, Crime and the Criminal Justice System A sociological analysis of women as criminal offenders and as workers in criminal justice fields. Examines the socio-historical construction of gender for its influences on criminal law and the practices of criminal justice agencies. Covers historical perspectives on women and crime, the adequacy of contemporary criminological perspectives for explaining female criminality. Prerequisite(s): WMST 1101 or SOCI 1160; SOCI 1101 or CRJU 1103. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SOCI1160 >= C or WMST1101 >= C or CRJU1103 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 3340 - Social Stratification An introduction to social stratification with a primary emphasis on theories of stratification and on an empirical examination of the American class structure. Includes historical-comparative material and addresses other dimensions of inequality such as race, ethnicity, sex, and age as they interact with social class. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1101 or SOCI 1103/PSYC 1103; SOCI 1160. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SOCI1160 >= D and (SOCI1101 >= D or SOCI1103 >= D or PSYC1103 >= D) Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 3373 - Social Psychology Examines social interactions that relate people to each other in everyday life with special focus on symbolic communication. Exploration of how humans create and define experience. This model of symbolic interactionism is compared critically to other approaches for explaining human conduct. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1101 or SOCI 1103/PSYC 1103; SOCI 1160. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: (SOCI1101 >= D or SOCI1103 >= D or PSYC1103 >= D) and SOCI1160 >= D Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 3375 - Sociology of Death, Grief and Caring Examines the phenomenon of death as it relates to the social structure of selected cultures; the patterns of social interaction which surround and give meaning to various aspects of death, loss, grief, and caring; and the plans of action which individuals and societies develop to guide them as they confront death. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1101 or SOCI 1103/PSYC 1103; SOCI 1160. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: (SOCI1101 >= D or SOCI1103 >= D or PSYC1103 >= D) and SOCI1160 >= D Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 3380 - Sociological Theory Critical examination of the modern grounding of sociological theory based on the works of classical theorists and the emergence of contemporary theoretical paradigms. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1101 or SOCI 1103/PSYC 1103; SOCI 1160. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: (SOCI1101 >= D or SOCI1103 >= D or PSYC1103 >= D) and SOCI1160 >= D Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 3413 - Sociology of Education This course focuses on the relationships between Education and Society in the United States, including public and private education in America. Particular emphasis will be placed on application of sociological theories and insights to the advancement of the goal of increased effectiveness of schools, teachers and students. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1101 or SOCI 1103/PSYC 1103; SOCI 1160; EDUC 2110 and EDUC 2120. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: PREREQUISITES: EDUC2110, EDUC2120, SOCI1101, SOCI1160 Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 3950 - Selected Topics A variable content course. Either 1) a faculty-initiated course which allows students the opportunity to enroll in specifically titled courses, or 2) a student-initiated directed study at an introductory level. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1160; permission of instructor, and contractual agreement with department chair. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SOCI1160 >= D Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 4285 - Sociology of Sport This course will examine sport as a social institution and cultural phenomenon. Topics will include sport and socialization, youth sports, deviance in sports, gender, race, and social class in sports, sports and the media, sports and religion, and sport in educational settings. Students will be encouraged to ask questions and think critically about sports as part of social life. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 3380 and SOCI 3001 or SOCI 3002. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SOCI3380 >= C and (SOCI3001 >= C or SOCI3002 >= C) Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 4336 - Gender and Victimization A sociological analysis of crime victims and victim-service agencies. Traces the historical development of the field of victimology. Examines the influence of gender on victimization experiences and practices of criminal justice and victim-service agencies. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 3380 and SOCI 3002 or SOCI 3003; or WMST 1101 and permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SOCI3380 >= C and (SOCI3001 >= C or SOCI3002 >= C) or WMST1101 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 4385 - Sociology of Religion An introduction to the social scientific study of religion as a social institution and of the relationship of religion and people’s experiences. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 3002 or 3003; SOCI 3380. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: (SOCI3002 >= C or SOCI3303 >= C) and SOCI3380 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 4413 - Sociology of Education This course focuses on the relationship between Education and Society in the United States, including public and private education in America. Particular emphsis will be placed on application of sociological theories and insights to the advancement of the goal of increased effectiveness of schools, teachers and students. Prerequsite(s): SOCI 1101 or SOCI 1103/PSYC 1103; SOCI 1160; EDUC 2110 and EDUC 2120. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: (SOCI1101 >= C or SOCI1103 >= C or PSYC1103 >= C) and SOCI1160 >= C and EDUC2110 >= C and EDUC2120 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 4417 - Sociological Perspectives on Alternative and Complementary Medical Practices in the United States A sociological analysis of the tradtions of healing such as herbalism, acupuncture, and homeopathy which lie outside the orthodox conventions of biomedicine; explores the diverse sociocultural origins of these healing practices and examines these current socioeconomic challenges to the authoritative reach of biomecine. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SOCI3380 >= C and (SOCI3002 >= C or SOCI3003 >= C) Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 4421 - Gerontology Examines the interaction between the social, physical, psychological, and programmatic aspects of aging. Emphasis is on programs, services, interactive techniques, legislation, and advocacy efforts which address the needs and concerns of older Americans, their family members, and service providers. Prerequisite(s): SOWK 1101 or SOCI 1101 or SOCI 1103/PSYC 1103; SOCI 3002 or 3003: and SOCI 3380. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: (SOCI3002 >= C or SOCI3303 >= C) and SOCI3380 >= C and (SOWK1101 >= C or SOCI1101 >= C or SOCI1103 >= C or PSYC1103 >= C) Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 4431 - Criminology The study of criminal behavior and its treatment. The development of criminal behavior and societal reaction in contemporary society are addressed in terms of major social theories of crime and its causation. The treatment and rehabilitation of the offender by probation, imprisonment, and parole are addressed in terms of philosophy and policy. Prerequisite(s): CRJU 1103 or SOCI 1101 or SOCI 1103/PSYC 1103; SOCI 1160; SOCI 3002 or 3003; and SOCI 3380. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: (SOCI3002 >= C or SOCI3003 >= C) and SOCI3380 >= C and (CRJU1103 >= C or SOCI1101 >= C or SOCI1103 >= C or PSYC1103 >= C) and SOCI1160 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 4436 - Obedience and Authority An examination of the interactions among social structures, societal conditions and social selves that promote obedience to authority as well of those that build communities of dissent and resistance. Prerequisite(s): CRJU 1103 or SOCI 1101 or SOCI 1103/PSYC 1103; SOCI 1160; SOCI 3002 and SOCI 3380. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SOCI3302 >= C and SOCI3380 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 4441 - Racial and Ethnic Minority Groups This course focuses on the relationships between majority and minority groups in the United States. It will examine the historical and present conditions of society and the forces and motivations which have created and perpetuated minority groups status for various racial and ethnic groups and individuals. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1101 or SOCI 1103/PSYC 1103; SOCI 3002 or 3003; and SOCI 3380. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: (SOCI3002 >= C or SOCI3003 >= C) and SOCI3380 >= C and (SOCI1101 >= C or SOCI1103 >= C or PSYC1103 >= C) Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 4442 - Gender and Society Sociological insights and concepts will be employed in observing, interpreting, and analyzing the social processes creating, reinforcing and changing gender roles and the statuses of women and men in society. Prerequisite(s): WMST 1101; SOCI 1101 or SOCI/PSYC 1103; SOCI 3002 or 3003; & SOCI 3380. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: WMST1101 >= C and (SOCI1101 >= C or SOCI1103 >= C or PSYC1103 >= C) and (SOCI3002 >= C or SOCI3003 >= C) and SOCI3380 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 4443 - Social Movements Sociological analysis of historical and contemporary social movements nationally and internationally. Special attention is given to the critical analysis of social movement theory and its application to understanding the diversity of social movements. Emphasis is placed on the etiology of social movements, their causes, consequences, and social implications. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1101 or SOCI 1103/PSYC 1103; SOCI 3002 or 3003; and SOCI 3380. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SOCI3002 >= C and SOCI3380 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 4451 - Sociology of Work and Occupation An analysis of the social dimensions of work; the labor process; occupations and professions; the social meaning and organization of work; and the relationships between the structuring of work, social mobility, and social stratification. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1101 or SOCI 1103/PSYC 1103; SOCI 3002 or 3003; and SOCI 3380. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: (SOCI3002 >= C or SOCI3003 >= C) and SOCI3380 >= C and (SOCI1101 >= C or SOCI1103 >= C or PSYC1103 >= C) Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 4461 - Urban Sociology Survey of the development of the city as a social phenomenon in the modern world. Includes an examination of urban ecology, urban social stratification, social participation in the city, urban social organization, urban social problems and issues, urban policy and planning and world urbanization. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1101 or SOCI 1103/PSYC 1103; SOCI 3002 or 3003; and SOCI 3380. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: (SOCI3002 >= C or SOCI3003 >= C) and SOCI3380 >= C and (SOCI1101 >= C or SOCI1103 >= C or PSYC1103 >= C) Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 4462 - Urban Social Problems A sociological consideration of metropolitan social problems, including crime, fiscal crisis, housing and the homeless, poverty, racism, health, education, and social inequality. Emphasis will be placed on the critical analysis of contemporary urban social problems, their causes, consequences, solutions, and social policy implications. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1101 or SOCI 1103/PSYC 1103; SOCI 3002 or 3003;and SOCI 3380. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: (SOCI3302 >= C or SOCI3003 >= C) and SOCI3380 >= C and (SOCI1101 >= C or SOCI1103 >= C or PSYC1103 >= C) Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 4950 - Selected Topics A variable content course. Either as a faculty initiated course which allows students the opportunity to enroll in specifically titled courses, or as a student initiated directed study. Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing; 6 hours of advanced sociology: permission of instructor; and contractual agreement with department chair. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 0 to 3 Lecture Hours: 0 to 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 4960 - Undergraduate Internship A service-learning experience based in an institution/agency, emphasizing the completion of specific tasks and the acquisition of specific knowledge, skills, and values under the supervision of Augusta State University, the academic supervisor, and the cooperating institution/agency. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 1 to 3 Lecture Hours: 1 to 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SOCI 4990 - Undergraduate Research Independent research on a topic of student choice selected in consultation with an instructor. The student must submit a contract proposal for the research project prior to enrolling in the course. Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior Standing; 12 hours of advanced sociology; and contractual agreement with department chair. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SOCI3002 >= C and SOCI3380 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Class Restrictions: Junior-Semester, Senior-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Sonography
	SONO 3020 - Sonologic Instrumentation Course emphasizes utilization and understanding of sonographic equipment and controls through problem-based learning. A review of mathematical concepts associated with sonologic physics is conducted. Basic sonographic principles are introduced. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 0 Other Hours: 0 Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 3100 - Clinical Internship I The course is an introduction to the various clinical sites in the sonographic areas of abdominal, gynecological, and obstetrical scanning. The student will be oriented to the work atmosphere of the hospital/clinical setting provided by each clinical affiliation. This course is the foundation of both the didactic component and remaining clinical internships. Each student will utilize skills in executing procedures introduced in didactic and laboratory classes. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Other Hours: 24 Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 3110 - Clinical Internship II The course is a continuing introduction to the various clinical sites in the sonographic areas of abdominal, gynecological, and obstetrical scanning. Each student will utilize in executing procedures introduced in didactic and laboratory classes. Students continue to develop scanning expertise through supervised active participation in clinical environment. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SONO3100 Credit Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Other Hours: 24 Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 3120 - Clinical Internship III The course provides continuing exposure to the various clinical sites in the sonographic areas of abdominal, gynecological, and obstetrical scanning. Each student will utilize skills in executing procedures introduced in didactic and laboratory classes. Students continue to develop scanning expertise through supervised active participation in the clinical environment. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SONO3110 Credit Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Other Hours: 24 Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 3200 - Sonologic Application 1: Abd/OB/Gyn This course introduces students to sonographic anatomy and scanning in areas of abdomen, obstetrics, gynecology. This course emphasizes normal imaging anatomy, scanning protocols, and image orientation. Students learn Doppler ultrasound application for arterial and venous systems of above areas. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0 Other Hours: 0 Co-Requisites: SONO3205 Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 3205 - Sonologic Application Laboratory I The course is a practical, hands-on course designed to apply scanning and patient care techniques gained from didactic courses. This course introduces basic scanning techniques utilized in executing general sonography procedures. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Other Hours: 0 Co-Requisites: SONO3200 Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 3210 - Sonologic Application II: ABD/OB/GYN The course introduces students to sonographically relevant pathologic changes associated with the areas of abdomen, obstetrics, and gynecology. Emphasis is placed on all sonographic imaging modes and their role in pathology recognition. The course introduces students to sonographic anatomy and scanning in areas of the thyroid, breast, and male pelvis emphasizing normal imaging anatomy, scanning protocols, and image orientation. Students learn Doppler ultrasound application for arterial and venous systems of above areas. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SONO3200 Credit Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 4 Lab Hours: 0 Other Hours: 0 Co-Requisites: SONO3215 Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 3215 - Sonologic Application Laboratory II This course is practical, hands-on course designed to apply scanning and patient care techniques gained from didactic courses. This course refines scanning techniques utilized in executing general sonography procedures. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SONO3205 Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Other Hours: 0 Co-Requisites: SONO3210 Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 3220 - Sonologic Application III: ABD/OB/GYN This course introduces students to neurosonology, invasive procedures, and advanced techniques of the abdomen, pelvis, and small parts. Successful completion of the course requires passing grades on abdomen and OB/Gyn exit exams. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SONO3210 Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Other Hours: 0 Co-Requisites: SONO3225 Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 3225 - Sonologic Application Laboratory III The course is practical, hands-on course designed to apply scanning and patient care techniques gained from didactic courses. This course develops advanced techniques utilized in executing general sonography procedures. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Other Hours: 0 Co-Requisites: SONO3220 Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 4030 - Applied Research The course allows students to explore topics of interest in diagnostic sonography. Protocols and best practices for publishing in a professional journal and preparing presentations are explored. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Other Hours: 2 Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 4040 - Sonographic Seminar The course explores advanced, leading edge concepts in the fields of sonography through the preparation and presentation of projects. Students also design learning modules in cooperation with healthcare professionals. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SONO4030 Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Other Hours: 0 Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 4130 - Clinical Internship IV This course is an introduction to various clinical sites in the fields of echocardiography and vascular technologies. Students rotate through various clinical sites and participate with the execution of sonographic examinations under direct and/or indirect supervision. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SONO3120 Credit Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Other Hours: 24 Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 4140 - Clinical Internship V This course is a continuation of clinical education through rotations through clinical sites in the sonographic areas of vascular and echocardiography. The student is fully integrated to the work atmosphere of the hospital/clinical setting provided by each clinical affiliation. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SONO4130 Credit Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Other Hours: 24 Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 4150 - Clinical Internship VI The student will be fully integrated to the work atmosphere of the sonographic areas of echocardiography and vascular labs in the hospital/clinical setting. This course builds upon the foundation of both the didactic and clinical component present during previous semesters. Each student will utilize the skills in executing echocardiographic procedures. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SONO4140 Credit Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Other Hours: 24 Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 4700 - Introduction to Vascular Sonography The course reviews normal vascular anatomy of the human body. Introduction to common vascular procedural protocols and pathologic processes associated with vascular sonography is provided. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SONO3210 or DMS3614 Credit Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0 Other Hours: 0 Co-Requisites: SONO4705 College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 4705 - Introduction to Vascular Laboratory The course is a practical, hands-on experience designed to apply didactic course knowledge of vascular sonography. This course introduces basic common scanning techniques utilized in executing vascular sonographic procedures. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SONO3215 Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Other Hours: 0 Co-Requisites: SONO4700 College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 4800 - Sonologic Application of Echocardiography I This course introduces students to normal cardiac principles and modalities including pediatric and adult imaging techniques utilizing echocardiography including two-dimensional scanning M-mode and cardiac Doppler. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0 Other Hours: 0 Co-Requisites: SONO4805 Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 4805 - Echocardiography Laboratory I This course introduces basic scanning techniques utilized in executing echocardiographic procedures including M-mode, 2-Dimensional, and cardiac Doppler. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Other Hours: 0 Co-Requisites: SONO4800 Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 4810 - Sonologic Application of Echocardiography II This course introduces cardiac principles and modalities necessary for diagnostic evaluation of normal and variant pathologies associated with the adult patient. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SONO4800 Credit Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 4 Lab Hours: 0 Other Hours: 0 Co-Requisites: SONO4815 Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 4815 - Echocardiography Laboratory II This course gives student direction in calculation, measurement and assessment of normal and abnormal echocardiographic imaging. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SONO4805 Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Other Hours: 0 Co-Requisites: SONO4810 Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 4820 - Sonologic Application of Echocardiography III This course introduces advanced imaging techniques in the area of stress echocardiography, strain rate imaging, tissue Doppler echocardiography, intravascular echocardiography, assessment of wall motion abnormalities, and wall index scoring. This course also introduces 3-dimensional echocardiography and assists the student in preparation for the adult echocardiography registry. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SONO4810 Credit Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 4 Lab Hours: 0 Other Hours: 0 Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 4830 - Pediatric Echocardiography This course introduces cardiovascular pathologies associated with the pediatric patient population. This course includes common congenital abnormalities and pediatric echocardiographic diagnosis. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SONO4800 Credit Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0 Other Hours: 0 Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SONO 4840 - Cardiac Evaluation Methods The course correlates diagnostic information obtained from echocardiographic examinations with other methods of cardiac evaluation. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0 Other Hours: 0 Program Restrictions: BSRS_DIMS-Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Spanish
	SPAN 1001 - Elementary Spanish I Fundamentals of listening, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish in a proficiency-based classroom. Introduction to Spanish‑speaking cultures. Designed for students who have never studied Spanish. Students who entered GRU for the first time in the fall of 1998 or later, or those returning students who have not been enrolled for two consecutive years prior to 1998, will not be able to count Foreign Language 1001 towards graduation if it is the same language they took in high school. (First time freshmen who graduated from high school five or more years ago may count Foreign Language 1001.) However, it does count for computing eligibility for financial aid and calculating full-time student status. Students taking the language for the first time will receive credit. Not open to native speakers. Heritage speakers should take the placement exam. Students must earn a C or better in order to take Spanish 1002. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 1002 - Elementary Spanish II A continuation of Spanish 1001. Students admitted provisionally with RHSC deficiency in foreign languages may take this course to satisfy the foreign language RHSC requirement. Not open to native speakers. Heritage speakers should take the placement exam. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 1001 with a grade of C or better or placement. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN1001 >= C or SP111 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 2001 - Intermediate Spanish I This proficiency‑centered course is designed to build on high school Spanish or on SPAN 1002. More emphasis will be placed on listening, speaking, and reading skills in practical situations. Students will learn how to “get around” in places where Spanish is spoken natively. Not open to native speakers. Heritage speakers should take the placement exam. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 1002 with a grade or better or placement. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN1002 >= C or SP112 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 2002 - Intermediate Spanish II This proficiency‑centered course includes a grammar review and more intensive work in listening comprehension, speaking, and reading, with more emphasis on writing than in SPAN 2001. Spanish‑speaking cultures will be studied through music, art, film, literary and cultural readings, including current events. At the end of this course, students should have a basic competence in Spanish. Students who wish to take upper‑division courses in Spanish will need to demonstrate sufficient proficiency as determined by the foreign language faculty before enrolling in major/minor courses. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 2001 or placement. Not open to native speakers. Heritage speakers should take the placement exam. Students must earn a C or better in order to take classes at the 3000/4000 level. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN2001 >= C or SP201 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 2950 - Studies in Hispanophone Culture A variable content course taught in English that will center on one Hispanophone country or area, or a specific issue dealing with Hispanophone culture. May not be counted towards the Spanish major and may not satisfy foreign language requirement. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 3100 - Conversational Spanish A course designed to enhance students’ listening and speaking ability in Spanish. Emphasis on expressing hypotheses, opinions, and debate. NOT OPEN TO NATIVE SPEAKERS. Prerequisite(s): a grade of C or better in SPAN 2002 or placement. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C or SP202 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 3211 - Spanish American Culture I A study of Spanish American culture and civilization with attention to history, geography, customs, art, and music. From the beginnings to 1821. Emphasis on the development of oral, listening, reading and writing skills. Prerequisite(s): a grade of C or better in SPAN 2002 or placement. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C or SP202 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 3212 - Spanish American Culture II A study of Spanish American culture and civilization with attention to history, geography, customs, art, and music. From 1821 to the present. Emphasis on the development of oral, listening, reading and writing skills. Prerequisite(s): a grade of C or better in SPAN 2002 or placement. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C or SP202 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 3220 - Spanish Culture A study of Spanish culture and civilizations with attention given to history, geography, customs, art and music. Covers contributions of Spain to world civilization. Emphasis on the development of reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Prerequisite(s): a grade of C or better in SPAN 2002 or placement. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C or SP202 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 3300 - Spanish Composition A course designed to promote the student’s ability to express themselves correctly in written Spanish and become acquainted with different styles. Emphasis on vocabulary building, advanced grammar. Some expository writing, letter writing, and creative writing. Prerequisite(s): a grade of C or better in SPAN 2002 or placement. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C or SP202 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 3510 - Introduction to Literature A study of the theoretical and practical foundations of literature, including poetry, narrative, drama and essay. Prepares students for analysis and literary criticism. Prerequisite(s): a grade of C or better in SPAN 2002 or placement. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C or SP202 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 3520 - Drama in Spanish An introduction to drama in Spain and Hispanic America, focusing on the performance and presentation of dramatic pieces. Emphasis on the development of reading, writing, oral and listening skills. Prerequisite(s): a grade of C or better in SPAN 2002 or placement. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C or SP202 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 3610 - Business Spanish A study of economics and business practices in Spanish speaking countries; emphasis on the development of communicative competence, particularly oral expression and listening comprehension. Prerequisite(s): a grade of C or better in SPAN 2002 or placement. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C or SP202 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 3620 - Medical Spanish A course for Spanish students who desire to expand their Spanish knowledge in the field of medicine. It will provide oral and written opportunities to practice an active vocabulary in health related situations. Emphasis on the development of oral, listening, reading, and writing skills. Prerequisite(s): a grade of C or better in SPAN 2002 or placement. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C or SP202 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4100 - Advanced Conversational Spanish A course designed to enhance students’ listening and speaking ability in Spanish at an advanced level. Emphasis on expressing hypotheses, opinions, and debate. NOT OPEN TO NATIVE SPEAKERS. Prerequisite(s): a grade of C or better in SPAN 2002 or placement. Also SPAN 3100 or equivalent. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN3100 >= C or SP311 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4300 - Advanced Composition An advanced course that emphasizes critical reading, expository and creative writing. The students will use skills such as summarizing, criticizing, comparing, contrasting and expressing their opinions. This course is designed to help students write better. Emphasis on the development of reading and writing skills. Prerequisite(s): a grade of C or better in SPAN 2002 or placement. Also SPAN 3300 or equivalent. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN3300 >= C or SP312 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4400 - Introduction to Hispanic Linguistics An introductino to linguistics using data from the Spanish language: phonetics, phonology, syntax, diachronic and synchronic linguistics. Prerequisite(s): Three upper divisino classes in Spanish with a grade of C or better. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4410 - The Sound System of Spanish Discussion of the sound systems of the contemporary varieties of the Spanish language. Topics include articulatory and acoustic phonetics, intonation, dialectology, previous and current phonological theory. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 4400 with a grade of C or better or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN4400 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4420 - Applied Linguistics A study of basic applied linguistics. Emphasis on grammatical difficulties encountered by non-native speakers of Spanish. Prerequisite(s): Three upper division classes in Spanish with a grade of C or better. Also a grade of C or better in SPAN 2002 or placement. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4530 - Spanish Literature and International Studies A study of Spanish poetry, novel, drama and short story of the 20th century. Emphasis on the development of reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Prerequisite(s): a grade of C or better in SPAN 2002 or placement, and SPAN 3510. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4540 - Hispanic Nobel Laureates A study of all Hispanic laureate writers, including stylistic and thematic comparisons showing their contributions to Hispanic Literature. Prerequisite(s): a grade of C or better in SPAN 2002 or placement, and SPAN 3510. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4550 - Hispanic American Poetry A study of the foundations and evolution of Hispanic American poetry since Modernism to the present, focusing on form and content. Prerequisite(s): a grade of C or better in SPAN 2002 or placement, and SPAN 3510. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4560 - Hispanic American Literature A study of Hispanic American Literature since Modernism until the so called Post-Boom Generation, including poetry, narrative and essay, and concepts like neo‑baroque, magical realism and boom, among others. Prerequisite(s): a grade of C or better in SPAN 2002 or placement, and SPAN 3510. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4570 - Short Story A study of the origin, techniques, characteristics and evolution of the short story in Hispanic literature, including Romanticism, Realism, Naturalism, Modernism and Contemporary movements. Prerequisite(s): a grade of C or better in SPAN 2002 or placement, and SPAN 3510. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4600 - Introduction to Spanish/English Translation This course will explore the basic principles of translation and interpretation, the theory, the methods, the challenges, the problems and the satisfaction involved in rendering both written texts and oral statements from Spanish into English and vice versa without losing the basic ideas, the intent, the stylistic level, and the linguistic register. The course emphasizes the translation of material intended for the general public; however, there will be some consideration of specialized material from fields such as business, literature, and medicine. Emphasis will be placed on translating from Spanish to English, with some consideration given to English-Spanish translation. Prerequisite(s): two upper division SPAN courses with a grade of C or better. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4710 - Spanish Film An introduction to Spanish films focusing on their artistic value, their relationship to literature, social and political issues, cultural differences, morals and ethics. Includes the works of Buñuel, Saura, Almodóvar and others. Emphasis on the development of reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4720 - Hispanic American Film An introduction to Hispanic American films focusing on their artistic value, their relationship to literature, social and political issues, cultural differences, morals and ethics. The course may examine the works of directors from one or more Hispanic American countries. Emphasis on the development of reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Junior-Semester, Senior-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4801 - Methods and Materials for Teaching Foreign Language I Methods and materials for listening, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural activities appropriate for elementary and middle school learners. First and second language acquisition theories, a review of foreign language teaching methods, testing procedures and teacher preparation and evaluation. A field experience of 45 clock hours is a required component of the course. Prerequisite(s): Junior status and permission of the instructor. This course is a prerequisite for SCED 4901. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 1 Class Restrictions: Junior-Semester, Senior-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4802 - Methods and Materials for Teaching Foreign Language II Methods and materials for listening, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural activities appropriate for secondary learners. First and second language acquisition theories, a review of foreign language teaching methods, testing procedures and teacher preparation and evaluation. A field experience of 45 clock hours is a required component of the course. Prerequisite(s): Junior status and permission of the instructor. This course is a prerequisite for SCED 4901. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 1 Class Restrictions: Junior-Semester, Senior-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4950 - Selected Topics A variable-content course, intended to meet the interests of students minoring or majoring in Spanish and desiring to make an intensive study of some special area of Spanish language or literature. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): a grade of C or better in SPAN 2002 or placement. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C or SP202 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4960 - Undergraduate Internship An internship is a service-learning experience based in an off-campus agency or organization. The experience entails completion of a specific task and the acquisition of specific knowledge and skills under the supervision of Augusta State University faculty and the cooperating organization or agency. Maximum of three credit hours. Only three hours may be used towards the major. Prerequisite(s): Seven upper-division classes in Spanish with a grade of C or better and permission of the instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 1 to 3 Lecture Hours: 1 to 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Special Education
	SPED 3001 - Policies and Procedures in Special Education This course is an introduction to the legislations, policies, and procedures in special education. The current trends and practices of special education in today’s schools are addressed. Also examined are the historical foundations of special education, multicultural issues, and perspectives toward special education services. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 3003 - Educational Assessment in Special Education An introductory course which includes basic assessment terminology, administration of frequently used diagnostic instruments, strengths and weaknesses of various assessment tools, and evaluation and instructional recommendations. A 25-hours field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPED3110 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 3005 - Educational Planning for Exceptional Students This course is designed to prepare special educators who are knowledgeable and competent in preparing Individualized Education Plans and lesson plans for individuals with disabilities. Learning environments and assessment data will be analyzed in order to develop high quality instructional plans that include specialized strategies based on collaboration among stakeholders and improving communication for individuals with disabilities. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required for the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 3006 - Language Development and Communication Disorders In this course, students will study typical language and communication development and the communication disorders associated with children in special education. Students will learn how teachers can design and implement programs to support students in language and communication development. 30 hours of field experience is required. Prerequisite(s): admission to undergraduate program. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 3110 - Characteristics of Students with Mild Disabilities An introductory course in mild disabilities which covers perpectives on disability and issues in identification, instruction, and placement. Cognitive and perceptual characteristics, language characteristics, academic learning characteristics, and social-emotional characteristics of students with mild disabilities will be discussed in this course. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 4002 - Teaching Students with Disabilities in the Inclusive Classroom Methods for teaching students with disabilities in inclusive settings are described. Definitions and characteristics of students with disabilities are discussed as well as integration strategies that create safe, equitable and positive learning environments for all students including those at risk of developing disabling conditions. Examined are research-based instructional strategies, models, theories, and philosophies of educating students with disabilities, and how to accommodate and modify to improve outcomes. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 4004 - Collaboration and Consultation in Special Education This is an in-depth course on techniques for implementing best practices for effective collaboration, consultation, and co-teaching skills. This course will examine the barriers to effective collaboration and possible solutions when working with classroom teachers, paraprofessionals, administrators, volunteers, and parents. Furthermore, this course will examine co-teaching models and how they can be effectively implemented in the classroom. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPED3110 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 4005 - Family Literacy This course is designed to examine research-based practices for teachers/families/caregivers in enhancing early literacy and intervention techniques applicable to infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with special needs. 30 hours of field experience is required. Prerequisite(s): SPED 3110. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPED3110 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 4007 - Literacy Fundamentals This course surveys research-based reading strategies for teaching literacy skills (e.g., reading, writing, listening, speaking, critical thinking, spelling) to students (P-12). Special attention will be given to selecting and using intervention tools for literacy instruction with students who experience literacy problems. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. 30 hours of field experience is required. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 4008 - Assessment and Instruction in Literacy for Students with Mild Disabilities This course addresses the fundamentals of literacy, including early literacy and essential components of readings. We also discuss evidence-based reading strategies, tiered intervention, data-based decision, and progress monitoring for students who have reading difficulties. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 4009 - Family and Community Engagement for Exceptional Children This course focuses on family and community engagement to meet the needs of exceptional children. Content will be from a variety of literatures in education with focuses on early literacy, family involvement, access to books and expanded learning, as well as mentoring partnerships. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Program Restrictions: BSED-Special Education Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 4120 - Methods of Instruction for Students with Mild Disabilities This course is designed to prepare educators who are knowledgeable and competent in teaching students with mild disabilities in a variety of collaborative settings. This course encompasses research-based methodologies, learning strategies, the development of teacher-made materials, and the utilization of commercial materials. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SPED4002 >= C and SPED3110 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 4130 - Classroom and Behavior Management This course is designed to assist the pre-service teacher in developing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to assess, plan, and implement successful behavior management programs and strategies in the classroom. The creation of a positive classroom atmosphere in which students will learn and make behavioral choices is stressed. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.

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SOCI 3187 - Sociology of Murder

SOCI 3303 - Sociology of the Family

SOCI 3317 - Sociology of Medicine

SOCI 3320 - Sociology of Aging

SOCI 3323 - Sociology of Popular Culture

SOCI 3330 - Social Deviance

SOCI 3331 - Youth and Society

SOCI 3332 - Juvenile Delinquency

SOCI 3336 - Women, Crime and the Criminal Justice System

SOCI 3340 - Social Stratification

SOCI 3373 - Social Psychology

SOCI 3375 - Sociology of Death, Grief and Caring

SOCI 3380 - Sociological Theory

SOCI 3413 - Sociology of Education

SOCI 3950 - Selected Topics

SOCI 4285 - Sociology of Sport

SOCI 4336 - Gender and Victimization

SOCI 4385 - Sociology of Religion

SOCI 4413 - Sociology of Education

SOCI 4417 - Sociological Perspectives on Alternative and Complementary Medical Practices in the United States

SOCI 4421 - Gerontology

SOCI 4431 - Criminology

SOCI 4436 - Obedience and Authority

SOCI 4441 - Racial and Ethnic Minority Groups

SOCI 4442 - Gender and Society

SOCI 4443 - Social Movements

SOCI 4451 - Sociology of Work and Occupation

SOCI 4461 - Urban Sociology

SOCI 4462 - Urban Social Problems

SOCI 4950 - Selected Topics

SOCI 4960 - Undergraduate Internship

SOCI 4990 - Undergraduate Research

SONO 3020 - Sonologic Instrumentation

SONO 3100 - Clinical Internship I

SONO 3110 - Clinical Internship II

SONO 3120 - Clinical Internship III

SONO 3200 - Sonologic Application 1: Abd/OB/Gyn

SONO 3205 - Sonologic Application Laboratory I

SONO 3210 - Sonologic Application II: ABD/OB/GYN

SONO 3215 - Sonologic Application Laboratory II

SONO 3220 - Sonologic Application III: ABD/OB/GYN

SONO 3225 - Sonologic Application Laboratory III

SONO 4030 - Applied Research

SONO 4040 - Sonographic Seminar

SONO 4130 - Clinical Internship IV

SONO 4140 - Clinical Internship V

SONO 4150 - Clinical Internship VI

SONO 4700 - Introduction to Vascular Sonography

SONO 4705 - Introduction to Vascular Laboratory

SONO 4800 - Sonologic Application of Echocardiography I

SONO 4805 - Echocardiography Laboratory I

SONO 4810 - Sonologic Application of Echocardiography II

SONO 4815 - Echocardiography Laboratory II

SONO 4820 - Sonologic Application of Echocardiography III

SONO 4830 - Pediatric Echocardiography

SONO 4840 - Cardiac Evaluation Methods

SPAN 1001 - Elementary Spanish I

SPAN 1002 - Elementary Spanish II

SPAN 2001 - Intermediate Spanish I

SPAN 2002 - Intermediate Spanish II

SPAN 2950 - Studies in Hispanophone Culture

SPAN 3100 - Conversational Spanish

SPAN 3211 - Spanish American Culture I

SPAN 3212 - Spanish American Culture II

SPAN 3220 - Spanish Culture

SPAN 3300 - Spanish Composition

SPAN 3510 - Introduction to Literature

SPAN 3520 - Drama in Spanish

SPAN 3610 - Business Spanish

SPAN 3620 - Medical Spanish

SPAN 4100 - Advanced Conversational Spanish

SPAN 4300 - Advanced Composition

SPAN 4400 - Introduction to Hispanic Linguistics

SPAN 4410 - The Sound System of Spanish

SPAN 4420 - Applied Linguistics

SPAN 4530 - Spanish Literature and International Studies

SPAN 4540 - Hispanic Nobel Laureates

SPAN 4550 - Hispanic American Poetry

SPAN 4560 - Hispanic American Literature