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    Apr 19, 2024  
2016-2017 Augusta University Graduate and Professional Catalog 
    
2016-2017 Augusta University Graduate and Professional Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Counseling

  
  • COUN 6890 - Practicum in Clinical Mental Health Counseling



    The Practicum in Clinical Mental Health Counseling is designed to function as the student’s first clinical skills-building experience with particular emphasis on helping each student develop his/her therapeutic skills with a range of client presenting concerns within a clinical mental health setting. Candidates are required to complete a supervised clinical experience that totals a minimum of 150 clock hours. Prerequisite(s): COUN 6630, COUN 6660, COUN 6680, and COUN 6850.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: COUN6630 >= C and COUN6660 >= C and COUN6680 >= C and COUN6850 >= C

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 1 TO 3

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education-EDS, Counselor Education Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester

    Fee Detail Code Description
    Counselor Ed Clinical/Intern
    Fee Amount
    200
    Fee Type
    FLAT


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  • COUN 6900 - Internship I in School Counseling



    Counseling Internship I is designed to meet certification and accreditation standards. This is a tutorial form of instruction designed to be completed in a K-12 school setting outside of the university. The internship provides an opportunity for the student to perform a variety of professional counseling activities that a regularly employed counselor in the schools would be expected to perform. The program requires students to complete a clinically supervised internship of 300 clock hours each semester. Prerequisite(s): COUN 6880.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: COUN6880 >= C

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 1 TO 3

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education-EDS, Counselor Education Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester

    Fee Detail Code Description
    Counselor Ed Clinical/Intern
    Fee Amount
    200
    Fee Type
    FLAT


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  • COUN 6910 - Internship I in Clinical Mental Health Counseling



    Internship I in Clinical Mental Health Counseling is a tutorial form of instruction designed to be completed in a counseling facility outside of the university. The internship provides an opportunity for the candidate to perform, within a clinical mental health setting, a variety of professional counseling activities that a regularly employed staff member in the setting would be expected to perform. This class requires completion of a 300 hour clinically supervised internship. Prerequisite(s): COUN 6880.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: COUN6880 >= C

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education-EDS, Counselor Education Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester

    Fee Detail Code Description
    Counselor Ed Clinical/Intern
    Fee Amount
    200
    Fee Type
    FLAT


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  • COUN 6920 - Internship II in School Counseling



    This is the second part of an Internship and the Capstone course for the M.Ed. program in counseling. This is a tutorial form of instruction designed to be completed in a K-12 school setting outside the university. The internship provides an opportunity for the student to perform a variety of professional counseling activities that a regularly employed counselor in the schools would be expected to perform. The program requires students to complete a clinically supervised internship of 300 clock hours to bring the total number of internship hours to 600 clock hours. Prerequisite(s): COUN 6900.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: COUN6900 >= C

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 1 TO 3

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education-EDS, Counselor Education Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester

    Fee Detail Code Description
    Counselor Ed Clinical/Intern
    Fee Amount
    200
    Fee Type
    FLAT


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  • COUN 6930 - Internship II in Clinical Mental Health Counseling



    Internship II in Clinical Mental Health Counseling is a tutorial form of instruction designed to be completed in a counseling facility outside of the university. The internship provides an opportunity for the candidate to perform, within a clinical mental health setting, a variety of professional counseling activities that a regularly employed staff member in the setting would be expected to perform. This class requires completion of a 300 hour clinically supervised internship. Prerequisite(s): COUN 6910.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: COUN6910 >= C

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education-EDS, Counselor Education Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester

    Fee Detail Code Description
    Counselor Ed Clinical/Intern
    Fee Amount
    200
    Fee Type
    FLAT


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  • COUN 6950 - Problems and Issues in the Practice of Counseling



    The course is a variable credit, supervised independent study or seminar in contemporary problems and issues in the field of counseling. Students will receive instructor supervision and expertise, and complete a collaboratively developed research project. Course may be repeated for credit. Students completing this course at the 7950 level will complete additional course requirements. Prerequisite(s): Graduate status and prior approval by the faculty instructor or supervisor.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 1 TO 3
    Lecture Hours: 1 TO 3

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education-EDS, Counselor Education Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester


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  • COUN 7700 - Couples and Family Counseling



    An introduction to the principles of family systems theory and their applications in family therapy practice. Included are family life cycle development, stages of relationships, premarital assessment, marriage enrichment, intervention strategies, divorce adjustment, and issues such as codependency, single-parent families, and child, spouse, and elderly abuse. Specific techniques for conducting marriage and family therapy will be presented along with considerations of current issues and ethical practices. Students completing the course at the 7700 level will complete additional assignments.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education


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  • COUN 7780 - School Counseling



    The course will provide an introduction to current concepts relative to the school counseling profession. Practical application of concepts within the diverse range of school environments will be covered. Structuring and implementation of a feasible, comprehensive school counseling program will be emphasized. Students completing this course at the 7780 level will complete additional course requirements. Prerequisite(s): COUN 6630 and COUN 6660, or permission of the instructor.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: COUN6630 >= C and COUN6660 >= C

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education-EDS Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education


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  • COUN 7790 - Clinical Mental Health Counseling



    TThe practice of clinical mental health counseling will be discussed as well as the most current issues and practices for community work in the 21st century. Special emphasis will be placed on the practice of diversity, ethics, and the role of the counselor as a change agent and advocate. This course will include planning and implementing productive clinical mental health counseling programs, providing students with a basic understanding of the role of the clinical mental health counselor services offered by community agencies and information regarding the settings in which they are offered. Students completing this course at the 7790 level will complete additional course requirements. Prerequisite(s): COUN 6630 and COUN 6660.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: COUN6630 >= C and COUN6660 >= C

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education


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  • COUN 7800 - Assess, Diagnosis and Intervention



    This course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to develop a knowledge base regarding the nomenclature and criteria imperative in the analysis and diagnosis of mental disorders. The student will also have an opportunity to become acquainted with treatment suggestions and crises intervention techniques. Students completing this course at the 7800 level will complete additional course requirements.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education-EDS Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education


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  • COUN 7840 - Introduction to Addictions Counseling



    This course is specifically designed to function as a specialty course in the graduate counselor training program. The course experience provides an overview of the strategies, methods, and knowledge necessary for the effective identification and treatment of a broad range of addictive behaviors. The course will examine the biological, psychological, sociological, and behavioral components of addiction. As such, the course will focus on such issues as drug effects, assessment and diagnosis, counseling interventions, effects on family functioning and family interventions, relapse prevention, change maintenance strategies, primary prevention programming, and the related research. Students completing this course at the 7840 level will complete additional course requirements.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester


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  • COUN 7850 - Treatment Planning in Clinical Mental Health Counseling



    This course is advanced study in theoretical techniques and interventions in counseling. Experiential in nature, the course will help students integrate diagnostic, case conceptualization and treatment planning skills, and review empirically-supported treatments and best practices for measuring client outcomes in a managed care context. Students completing this course at the 7850 level will complete additional coruse requirements. Prerequisite(s): COUN 6680, COUN 6800.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: COUN6680 >= C and COUN6800 >= C

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education-EDS Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education


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  • COUN 7860 - Counseling Children and Adolescents



    This course has been specifically designed for graduate students specializing in the school counseling track and for those students in the community counseling specialty who hold a professional interest in working extensively with children and adolescents in a variety of community practice settings. The course is designed to address both theoretical and practice aspects of counseling children. The course will synthesize concepts from research and practice and will involve students in current methods for helping children and adolescents with specific developmental, social, or behavioral problems. Special issues relative to counseling exceptional children, as well as children attempting to contend with divorce, death, abuse, satanic cults, homelessness, alcoholism, and AIDS will also be addressed. Students completing this course at the 7860 level will complete additional course requirements. Prerequisite(s): COUN 6620.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: COUN6620 >= C

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education-EDS Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education


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  • COUN 7870 - Gender Issues in Counseling



    This course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to develop a knowledge base regarding the theories and research about gender and sex-role socialization. Biological, cognitive, psychological, and emotional differences between males and females are explored. Gender-related problems, situations, and other counseling concerns are addressed (i.e., domestic violence, single-parent families, mid-life crises). Students apply concepts and constructs to develop gender appropriate treatement plans and implement gender-sensitive therapeutic techniques and skills. Students completing this course at the 7870 level will complete additional course requirements.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education-EDS Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education


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  • COUN 7910 - Professional Identity and Development in Counseling



    This course is designed to build upon basic knowledge of the role, responsibilities, identity, and functions of the professional counselor. It will provide information on the characteristics and practices of expert counselors. Resources will be provided to assist students with initiating personal wellness and professional development plans. Students will write and submit a formal proposal for presentation at a professional counselors meeting. Ideas will be exchanged to help clarify individual positions on a variety of current issues in counseling. Prerequisite(s): Program admission is required.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 0 TO 3 Lab Hours: 0 TO 3

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education-EDS Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education


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  • COUN 7930 - Advanced Multicultural Awareness



    This course is designed to build upon a basic knowledge of the cultural context of relationships, issues, and trends in a multicultural and diverse society. Factors such as culture, ethnicity, nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation, mental and physical characteristics, education, family values, religious and spiritual values, socioeconomic status, and unique characteristics of individuals, couples, families, ethnic groups, and communities will be considered. Students also will explore how counselors and clients experience crossing cultural boundaries, methods for effecting change related to culture, multicultural strategies for working with clients, and multicultural issues in counselor supervision. Prerequisite(s): Program admission or permission of the instructor is required.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 0 TO 3 Lab Hours: 0 TO 3

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education-EDS Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education


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  • COUN 7940 - Advanced Counseling Theory



    This course is designed as a didactic and experiential in-depth study of counseling theories including traditional, multicultural, feminist, and developmental perspectives. Formulation and evaluation of the theoretical basis for approaches to counseling include a study of historical and contemporary perspectives. Prerequisite(s): Program admission is required.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 0 TO 3 Lab Hours: 0 TO 3

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education-EDS Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education


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  • COUN 7950 - Problems and Issues in the Practice of Counseling



    The course is a variable credit, supervised independent study or seminar in contemporary problems and issues in the field of counseling. Students will receive instructor supervision and expertise, and complete a collaboratively developed research project. Course may be repeated for credit. Students completing this course at the 7950 level will complete additional course requirements. Prerequisite(s): Graduate status and prior approval by the faculty instructor or supervisor.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 1 TO 3
    Lecture Hours: 1 TO 3

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education-EDS Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education


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  • COUN 7960 - Counseling Supervision



    A comparative study of major approaches to counseling supervision and related research with emphasis on historical foundations of supervision, supervisor traits, and application of concepts and techniques to specific practice settings. Prerequisite(s): Program admission is required.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 0 TO 3 Lab Hours: 0 TO 3

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education-EDS Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education


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  • COUN 7965 - Advanced Practicum in Counseling Supervision I



    This course provides practical experience for counseling professionals who will have responsibility directing personal and professional development of counselors, promoting counselor competency, and developing and implementing counseling services and programs. Students gain practice in the supervisory role over three semesters through their participation as individual and/or group supervisors as they are monitored by counseling program faculty. Prerequisite(s): Program admission is required; completion of or concurrent enrollment with COUN 7960.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: COUN7960 >= C

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0 TO 1 Lab Hours: 0 TO 1

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education-EDS Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education


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  • COUN 7966 - Advanced Practicum in Counseling Supervision II



    This course provides practical experience for counseling professionals who will have responsibility directing personal and professional development of counselors, promoting counselor competency, and developing and implementing counseling services and programs. Students gain practice in the supervisory role over three semesters through their participation as individual and/or group supervisors as they are monitored by counseling program faculty. Prerequisite(s): Program admission is required; completion of COUN 7960.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: COUN7960 >= C

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0 TO 1 Lab Hours: 0 TO 1

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education-EDS Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education


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  • COUN 7967 - Advanced Practicum in Counseling Supervision III



    This course provides practical experience for counseling professionals who will have responsibility directing personal and professional development of counselors, promoting counselor competency, and developing and implementing counseling services and programs. Students gain practice in the supervisory role over three semesters through their participation as individual and/or group supervisors as they are monitored by counseling program faculty. Prerequisite(s): Program admission is required; completion of COUN 7960.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: COUN7960 >= C

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0 TO 1 Lab Hours: 0 TO 1

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education-EDS Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education


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  • COUN 7970 - Advanced Seminar in Group Counseling



    This course is structured as a supervision seminar and is designed for students who have had introductory coursework in group techniques, at least one counseling practicum, experience as a group member, and preferably, some experience leading groups. It is assumed that students understand fundamental group dynamics, group development theory, the role of the group leader, and basic skills necessary to lead groups. The goals of this course are to deepen students’ understanding of essential group leadership concepts and skills and to help students achieve advanced levels of theoretical conceptualizations in working with groups. Prerequisite(s): Program admission is required.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 0 TO 3 Lab Hours: 0 TO 3

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education-EDS Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education


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  • COUN 7980 - Advanced Internship in Counseling



    In this course, students will explore the fundamentals of group process and dynamics with an emphasis on group work in school and clinical mental health settings. The topics covered will include group theory, stages of development, ethics, methods, and group leadership. Practical approaches to group work with young people will also be addressed.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Other Contact Hours: 6

    College Restrictions: College of Education Major Restrictions: Counselor Education-EDS Program Restrictions: 1EDS-COUN ED-EDS-Counselor Education Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education


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  • COUN 7990 - Professional and Community Collaboration



    This experiential and collaborative inter-program course is designed to equip educators with proven skills and tools for initiating and sustaining systemic change to transform schools through promoting, leading, and participating in high performance integrated educational teams. This course will focus on effective interpersonal and organizational communication related to today’s pressing issues in American schools. Key areas will include presentation skills, facilitation, team building, and organizational change. The course is intentionally designed to be delivered in three intensive weekends to immerse students in course content and group dynamics. Prerequisite(s): Program admission or permission of the instructor is required.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 0 TO 3 Lab Hours: 0 TO 3

    Major Restrictions: Counselor Education-EDS Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education


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CPR for Dentistry

  
  • CPRD 5001 - Basic Cardiac Life Support I



    In this course the student completes a Basic Cardiac Life Support Healthcare Provider course according to the standards established by the American Heart Association.

    Grade Mode: Normal

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1

    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia


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  • CPRD 5002 - Basic Cardiac Life Support II



    In this course the student completes a Basic Cardiac Life Support Healthcare Provider course according to the standards established by the American Heart Association.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1

    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia


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  • CPRD 5602 - Basic Cardiac Life Support II



    In this course the student completes a Basic Cardiac Life Support Healthcare Provider course according to the standards established by the American Heart Association.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1

    Major Restrictions: Advanced Standing DMD


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Criminal Justice

  
  • CRJU 6430 - Social Deviance



    The purpose of this course is to provide a sociological analysis of “deviance” with an emphasis on the social construction of deviance and deviant behavior. The course explores major theoretical explanations for understanding and defining who and what gets defined as deviant and under what circumstances as well as the social organization of deviance. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the MPA Director.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester


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  • CRJU 6432 - Juvenile Delinquency and Justice



    This course uses an integrated approach to examine how theories of delinquency causation influence public policy responses. The course focuses on juvenile justice as a legal system, examines motives for the development of the juvenile court system, and analyzes the organization and processes of the contemporary juvenile court and correctional system. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the MPA Director.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester


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  • CRJU 6436 - Intimate Partner Violence



    This course uses a criminological and sociological perspective to understand the criminal justice system’s response to intimate partner abuse and violence. The development of the field of victimology and the response of social service agencies to these issues is also explored, especially with regard to how victim service agencies intersect with the ciminal justice system. Prerequsite(s): Permission of MPA Director.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester


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Dental Anatomy

  
  • DANA 5001 - General and Oral Microanatomy



    This course provides lectures, laboratory sessions and clinical correlations on the cytology and histology of the cells, tissues and organs of the human body. The cells, tissues and organs of the body are studied at the ultra structural and light microscopic levels. The histology of the primary tissues is presented, and then these tissues are used to build the various organs and organ systems of the body. Particular emphasis is placed on the cephalic portion of the gastrointestinal system where the histology of oral and perioral structures are correlated with clinical dental problems. In addition, the processes of tooth development, eruption and exfoliation are covered in detail.

    Grade Mode: Normal

    Credit Hours: 6
    Lecture Hours: 5 Lab Hours: 1

    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia


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  • DANA 5002 - Applied Head and Neck Anatomy



    Lectures correlate the anatomical information learned in the laboratory to clinical problems, and also tie the regional approach of laboratory anatomy to systemic physiological anatomy. Students dissect the head region and the superficial and deep structures of the neck region. Models and movies of prosected material supplement dissection.

    Grade Mode: Normal

    Credit Hours: 5
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia


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  • DANA 5003 - Neuroscience



    This course presents the basic structure and function of the nervous system through lectures and laboratories. Case studies are used to correlate basic science information with clinical neuropathies of dental interest.

    Grade Mode: Normal

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 1

    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia


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  • DANA 5004 - Systemic Anatomy



    This course emphasizes the anatomical organization of axilla, thorax, abdomen, pelvis, and upper and lower extremities. Dissection, models and movies of prosected material are used to study the human body on a systemic basis. Clinical correlations are emphasized. Clinical correlations to subjects such as radiographic interpretation, physical examination and spread of dental infection to thoracic mediastinum are emphasized.

    Grade Mode: Normal

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2

    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia


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Dental Biochemistry

  
  • DBIO 5001 - Biochemical Basis of Oral Health and Disease



    Biochemical concepts and information essential to understanding the chemistry of the living cell are presented. Correlations between biochemistry and dental clinical sciences are emphasized.

    Grade Mode: Normal

    Credit Hours: 6
    Lecture Hours: 6

    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia


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  • DBIO 5002 - Molecular Biology and Craniofacial Development



    Topics include regulatory mechanisms and pathways involved in the flow of genetic information required for normal tissue development and homeostasis. Special emphasis is given to development of the teeth, periodontium and other oral structures. Processes of gametogenesis and early embryo genesis with emphasis on craniofacial development also are presented.

    Grade Mode: Normal

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2

    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia


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  • DBIO 5003 - Nutrition



    In this course various aspects of nutritional counseling with patients are addressed. Major nutritional problems encountered in the clinical practice of dentistry are discussed.

    Grade Mode: Normal

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1

    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia


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Dental Clerkship

  
  • DCKL 5901 - Clerkship



    Students participate in community health projects, screening clinics, health fairs, and represent the university at meetings.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Continuing Progress Courses, Audit

    Credit Hours: 0 TO 1
    Other Contact Hours: 1

    Program Restrictions: DMD_DENT-Dentistry


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  • DCKL 5902 - Clerkship



    Students participate in community health projects, screening clinics, health fairs, and represent the university at meetings.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit, Continuing Progress Courses

    Prerequisites: DCKL5901

    Credit Hours: 0 TO 1
    Program Restrictions: DMD_DENT-Dentistry


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  • DCKL 5903 - Clerkship



    Students participate in community health projects, screening clinics, health fairs, and represent the university at meetings.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit, Continuing Progress Courses

    Prerequisites: DCKL5901 and DCKL5902

    Credit Hours: 0 TO 1
    Program Restrictions: DMD_DENT-Dentistry


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  • DCKL 5904 - Clerkship



    Students participate in community health projects, screening clinics, health fairs, and represent the university at meetings.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Continuing Progress Courses, Audit

    Prerequisites: DCKL5901 and DCKL5902 and DCKL5903

    Credit Hours: 2 TO 12
    Program Restrictions: DMD_DENT-Dentistry


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  • DCLK 5901 - Clerkship



    This course will provide first-year dental students the opportunity to serve the oral health needs of the local community and the state. Students will be expected to accrue 20 hours of public service by participation in the Augusta Barnyard Flea Market screening clinic; Health Fairs; Children’s Dental Health Month presentations; dental mission trips; GDA Student Law Day, Boys and Girls Club activities, representing the university at dental or research meetings, and by service in leadership roles on school or campus committees or organizations such as ASDA, SNDA, ADEA and other approved service organizations.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Continuing Progress Courses, Audit

    Credit Hours: 0 TO 4
    Other Contact Hours: 8

    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia


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Dental Hygiene

  
  • DHYG 4041 - Dental Hygiene Case Management



    In professional practice, registered dental hygienists encounter several patient management issues. This course will allow dental hygienists to think more critically about the components involved in developing advanced care plans. Clinicians will synthesize prior knowledge of the dental hygiene process of care to address issues such as patient education, prescribed care, and insurance-based care as they relate to advanced care plans. Learning activities will include case presentation of involved dental hygiene care plans.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Major Restrictions: Dental Hygiene Completion Program Restrictions: BSDH1_DENH-Dental Hygiene


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  • DHYG 7000 - Current Concepts in Periodontics



    An exploration of current concepts in periodontics for the dental hygienist.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: The Graduate School Program Restrictions: MS_AHSC-Allied Health


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  • DHYG 7010 - Survey of the Dental Sciences



    Overview of pertinent dental sciences that are essential for the future dental hygiene educator.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: The Graduate School Major Restrictions: Allied Health Sciences


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  • DHYG 7020 - Teaching Methodology



    Development of the teaching qualities required to become an educator and leader in dental hygiene.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4


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  • DHYG 7030 - Teaching Practicum



    Practical experience providing instruction to dental hygiene students in didactic, clinical and laboratory.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 5
    Lab Hours: 10

    Major Restrictions: Allied Health Sciences Program Restrictions: MS_AHSC-Allied Health


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  • DHYG 7040 - Leadership, Organization, and Administration



    Preparation to implement the roles of a dental hygiene program director/coordinator.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4

    College Restrictions: The Graduate School Major Restrictions: Allied Health Sciences


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  • DHYG 7050 - Dental Hygiene Internship



    Field based teaching, administrative, and service experience in an educational or alternative setting.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit

    Credit Hours: 5
    Lab Hours: 10

    College Restrictions: The Graduate School Major Restrictions: Allied Health Sciences


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Dental Materials

  
  • DMAT 5001 - Dental Materials



    This course is specifically designed to acquaint the third year student dentist with characteristic properties of polymers, ceramics and metals as they relate to the science of Materials Engineering. It is the specific goal of this course to relate these material concepts to their clinical applications, providing the student with the ability to discern differences between materials failure and technique problems, as well as to provide a basis for rational selection of restorative dental materials.

    Grade Mode: Normal

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 1

    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia


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  • DMAT 5601 - Dental Materials



    This course is specifically designed to acquaint the third year student dentist with characteristic properties of polymers, ceramics and metals as they relate to the science of Materials Engineering. It is the specific goal of this course to relate these material concepts to their clinical applications, providing the student with the ability to discern differences between materials failure and technique problems, as well as to provide a basis for rational selection of restorative dental materials.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 1

    Major Restrictions: Advanced Standing DMD


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Dental Microbiology

  
  • DMIC 5001 - Oral Microbiology and Infectious Disease I



    This course presents lectures on microbiology and immunology, including microbial physiology, metabolism, genetics and mechanisms of pathogenesis and basic principles of immunology and immunological responses.

    Grade Mode: Normal

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia


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  • DMIC 5002 - Oral Microbiology and Infectious Disease II



    Pathogenesis, clinical features and diagnosis of bacterial, viral, rickettsial, and mycotic infections, particularly those that present with oral manifestations are presented in this course.

    Grade Mode: Normal

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia


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  • DMIC 5003 - Cariology



    The course presents an integrated study of the multi-factorial aspects of dental caries, including theories of caries etiology, epidemiology, molecular pathology, microbiolgical and biochemical composition of dental plaque, host and nutritional influences on pathogenicity. Approaches to caries prevention including immunization, fluoridation, antimicrobial agents and sugar substitutes are discussed.

    Grade Mode: Normal

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2

    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia


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Dental Pathology

  
  • DPAT 5001 - Applied Pathology for Dentistry



    This course includes lectures and clinico-pathological conferences on the basic principles of disease, relevant histopathology and the underlying mechanism at the cellular and sub cellular level. The topics include cell pathology, inflammatory process, hemodynamic disturbances, genetic and metabolic disorders and neoplasia. In addition, pathology of the systemic organs is also covered.

    Grade Mode: Normal

    Credit Hours: 5
    Lecture Hours: 5

    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia


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  • DPAT 5002 - Clinical Pathology Conferences



    This course is comprised of clinico-pathologic conferences encompassing differential diagnosis of systemic diseases. These conferences include “case studies” of diseases with emphasis on pathogenesis relative to clinical manifestations with implications for patient management during treatment of oral disease. Fundamentally, this course is conducted in a problem-solving format.

    Grade Mode: Normal

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2

    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia


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  • DPAT 5003 - Oral Pathology



    This course examines the etiology and pathogenesis of oral and paraoral diseases in basic oral & maxillofacial pathology. The subject matter includes an introduction and biopsy techniques, developmental defects and anomalies, abnormalities of teeth, pupal/periapical diseases, periodontal diseases, bacterial infections, fungal and protozoal diseases, viral infections, physical and chemical injuries, allergies and immunologic diseases, oral cancer and epithelial pathology, and salivary gland pathology. The course is conducted via lectures coupled with clinico-pathology conferences which emphasize the development of a differential diagnosis and establishment of a final diagnosis.

    Grade Mode: Normal

    Credit Hours: 5
    Lecture Hours: 5

    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia


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  • DPAT 5004 - Clinical Oncology



    This course is comprised of lectures and clinico-pathologic conferences, which primarily emphasize the diagnosis and management of malignant and benign lesions of the oral/perioral regions. Clinico-pathologic conferences are integrated for establishment of a differential diagnosis of lesions in the oral/perioral region as well as oral manifestations of systemic neoplasms.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1

    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia


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  • DPAT 5602 - Clinical Pathology Conferences



    This course is comprised of clinico-pathologic conferences encompassing differential diagnosis of systemic diseases. These conferences include “case studies” of diseases with emphasis on pathogenesis relative to clinical manifestations with implications for patient management during treatment of oral disease. Fundamentally, this course is conducted in a problem-solving format.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2

    Major Restrictions: Advanced Standing DMD


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  • DPAT 5603 - Oral Pathology



    This course examines the etiology and pathogenesis of oral and paraoral diseases in basic oral & maxillofacial pathology. The subject matter includes an introduction and biopsy techniques, developmental defects and anomalies, abnormalities of teeth, pupal/periapical diseases, periodontal diseases, bacterial infections, fungal and protozoal diseases, viral infections, physical and chemical injuries, allergies and immunologic diseases, oral cancer and epithelial pathology, and salivary gland pathology. The course is conducted via lectures coupled with clinico-pathology conferences which emphasize the development of a differential diagnosis and establishment of a final diagnosis.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

    Credit Hours: 5
    Lecture Hours: 5

    Major Restrictions: Advanced Standing DMD


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  • DPAT 5604 - Clinical Oncology



    This course is comprised of lectures and clinico-pathologic conferences, which primarily emphasize the diagnosis and management of malignant and benign lesions of the oral/perioral regions. Clinico-pathologic conferences are integrated for establishment of a differential diagnosis of lesions in the oral/perioral region as well as oral manifestations of systemic neoplasms.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1

    Major Restrictions: Advanced Standing DMD


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Dental Physiology

  
  • DPHY 5001 - Physiological Foundation for Dental Practice I



    This is the first of two courses designed to present Physiology to dental students with a special emphasis placed on concepts and principles specifically related to dental practice. While this course provides dental students with an integrated knowledge of the functional systems of the human body, it also covers specific topics unique to dental practice such as: stress on the heart due to dental treatment; the relationship between diet and oral health; and the positive and negative aspects of fluoride use on the body.

    Grade Mode: Normal

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4

    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia


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  • DPHY 5002 - Physiological Foundation for Dental Practice II



    This is the second of two courses designed to present Physiology to dental students with a special emphasis placed on concepts and principles specifically related to dental practice. While this course provides dental students with an integrated knowledge of the functional systems of the human body, it also covers specific topics unique to dental practice such as: N2O sedation in dentistry; the diabetic patient; pregnancy gingivitis; and the relationship between calcium homeostasis and alveolar bone loss.

    Grade Mode: Normal

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2

    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia


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Dental Radiology

  
  
  
  • RADD 5602 - Dental Radiologic Interpretation



    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2

    Major Restrictions: Advanced Standing DMD


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Dental Resident Clinical Core

  
  • CLCR 8001 - Physical Diagnosis



    This course provides basic information for the resident with limited prior experience in physical examination of the human body other than the oral cavity. Information presented is limited to components of physical examination important in the workup of a patient for a dental procedure to be performed under sedation or general anesthesia. It is assumed that, through training in the PGY 1 year, the resident has experience in interviewing a patient, taking a health history, and a thorough understanding of human anatomy and physiology.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1

    College Restrictions: Residents


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  • CLCR 8004 - Research Design and Statistics



    The primary objective of this course is to provide students with an understanding of basic concepts and methods of statistical inference in the biomedical health sciences. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to understand, interpret and critique the results of application of these statistical techniques as found in the health sciences literature. The overall objective of this course is to instill in students a practical understanding of and appreciation for the role of statistics in the biomedical health sciences.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1

    College Restrictions: Residents


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  • CLCR 8006 - Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology



    The major objectives of this course are to provide the student with an advanced course in oral and maxillofacial radiology. Oral and maxillofacial radiology interrelates with all clinical disciplines of dentistry with the exact nature of the relationship varying from one discipline to another. These relationships include a diagnostic role in identifying or confirming the presence of an abnormality; a treatment planning role such as determining the extent of a condition; being an integral part of a clinical technique in another discipline; and acting as a tool to monitor the progress of healing, the recurrence of previously treated disease, and the evaluation of the status of previous conditions.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1

    College Restrictions: Residents


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  • CLCR 8008 - Interdisciplinary Seminars: Esthetics and Function



    This seminar course will review common orthodontic techniques utilizing fixed and removable appliances that will support a multidisciplinary treatment plan. This course will highlight the importance of an accurate and timely orthodontic diagnosis emphasizing a team approach in developing a patient’s comprehensive treatment plan to maximize the patient’s esthetic and functional goals. This seminar will provide an overview of orthodontic treatment philosophy and biomechanics.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1

    College Restrictions: Residents


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  • CLCR 8010 - Practice Management



    CLCR 8010 is a course in practice management for the graduate student. It is a focused study on various aspects relating to their setting up and operating a successful dental practice. It is broad based in that the selected topics must appeal to all specialties represented. An in-depth two hour seminar for each subject is presented to the residents by experts in the respective areas of business.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1

    College Restrictions: Residents


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  • CLCR 8011 - Basic Cardiac Life Support (CPR)



    In this course the student completes a Basic Cardiac Life Support Healthcare Provider course according to the standards established by the American Heart Association.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1

    College Restrictions: Residents


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  • CLCR 8014 - Dental Implantology



    This is a curse designed to introduce the resident to the theoretical principles, designs and materials used in osseointegrated implant prosthodontics.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2

    College Restrictions: Residents


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  • CLCR 8016 - Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Anomalies



    This seminar is an overview of normal and abnormal facial development and speech. A multidiscipline approach to the recognition, and the treatment of many aspects of patients with cleft palate will be presented.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1

    College Restrictions: Residents


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  • CLCR 8020 - Ethics and Professionalism in Dental Practice



    This web-based, self-paced course is designed to prepare advanced dental education students for the ethical challenges that they will encounter in the practice of dentistry and to encourage students to recognize and follow the high ethical standards required by the profession of dentistry. This course is designed to improve awareness of ethical and professional responsibility, promote ethical conduct and professionalism in dentistry, advance dialogue in ethical issues, and stimulate reflection on common ethical problems in dental practice.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit

    Credit Hours: 1
    Other Contact Hours: 12

    College Restrictions: Residents Level Restrictions: Post Professional


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Diagnosis & Treatment Planning

  
  • DXTP 5001 - Diagnosis and Treatment Planning



    DXTP is a continuation of ODOM 5001 with a focus on the dentition, primarily identifying caries and identifying and charting existing dental restorations, conditions, and dental pathosis in AxiUm. Determining caries risk using a formal assessment tool and interview process and developing individualized caries prevention plans will be a major focus. In addition, diagnosing the patient in pain and determining viability of existing restorations will be introduced. All topics will be explored using a case-based format. Successful completion of this course is a pre-requisite for enrollment in TXP the following semester.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: ODOM5001

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1 Other Contact Hours: 1

    Program Restrictions: DMD_DENT-Dentistry


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  • DXTP 5901 - Diagnosis and Treatment Planning Clinic



    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 0 TO 1
    Other Contact Hours: 2

    Program Restrictions: DMD_DENT-Dentistry


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Diagnosis and Treatment of Tem

  
  • TMDT 5001 - Diagnosis and Treatment of Temporomandibular Disorders



    Diagnosis and treatment concepts of Temporomandibular Disorders will be presented.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 1

    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia


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  • TMDT 5601 - Diagnosis and Treatment of Temporomandibular Disorders



    Diagnosis and treatment concepts of Temporomandibular Disorders will be presented.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 1

    Major Restrictions: Advanced Standing DMD


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Dietetic Internship

  
  • DINT 5100 - Dietetic Internship I



    Supervised dietetic internship with affiliated institutions offering specialty rotations in various areas of dietetics, including nutrition support, diabetes, wellness, and food service management for the achievement of skills development for entry-level practice in dietetics.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit

    Credit Hours: 12
    Lecture Hours: 2 Other Contact Hours: 10


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  • DINT 5200 - Dietetic Internship II



    Supervised dietetic internship with affiliated institutions offering specialty rotations in various areas of dietetics, including nutrition support, diabetes, pediatrics, wellness, and food service management for the achievement of skills development for entry-level practice in dietetics.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit

    Prerequisites: DINT5100 >= C

    Credit Hours: 12
    Lecture Hours: 2 Other Contact Hours: 10


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Diversity and Dentistry

  
  • DIVD 5001 - Diversity Issues and Language Skills for Dentistry



    This is a lecture course which reviews opportunities in the profession of dentistry with emphasis on private practice, public health and opportunities in rural areas. This course also provides epidemiologic information on dentistry in Georgia as well as some training in cultural sensitivity.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 1

    College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia


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  • DIVD 5601 - Diversity Issues and Language Skills for Dentistry



    This is a lecture course which reviews opportunities in the profession of dentistry with emphasis on private practice, public health and opportunities in rural areas. This course also provides epidemiologic information on dentistry in Georgia as well as some training in cultural sensitivity.

    Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 1

    Major Restrictions: Advanced Standing DMD


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Early Childhood

  
  • ECED 6343 - K-5 Math Endorsement: Capstone



    This is a capstone course intended for teachers who are pursuing the K-5 Mathematics Endorsement. It is designed to provide opportunities for teachers to implement, document, and reflect upon the implementation of their content and pedagogical knowledge. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of MATH 6341.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Prerequisites: MATH6341 >= C

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education, Master of Education


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Economics

  
  • ECON 6800 - National and International Economics for Management



    This course demonstrates how economic theory is applied to national and international managerial decision-making.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    Major Restrictions: MBA Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester


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  • ECON 6950 - Current Issues in Economics



    A variable content course individually designed to meet the needs, interests, and professional objectives in business administration.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    Major Restrictions: MBA Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester


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Education

  
  • EDUC 5020 - Theories of Learning



    This course is designed to explore some of the major theories of learning and teaching, as well as theories of child development. Students will examine their own learning processes and use it as a basis for exploring the learning processes of others. This course will seve as a foundation to enhance the learning of all students across a variety of educational settings.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    College Restrictions: College of Education Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Master of Arts in Teaching


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  • EDUC 6020 - Foundations of Education



    This course is designed to help advanced students develop a connected array of perspectives on the development of educational thought including philosophical and historical perspectives; society’s great expectations of the school; contemporary schooling patterns and the foundations of curriculum; pressing issues of finance, cultural diversity, accountability, and control of the schools; and a look at the future of American Education.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester


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  • EDUC 6021 - Introduction to Educational Research



    Through this core research course students should understand basic concepts of educational research, including research design options. Students should understand data analysis protocols and should be able to perform various data analyses. Students will be able to interpret and evaluate published research. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Graduate Program in Education.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester


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  • EDUC 6040 - Tests and Measurement



    This course is concerned with practical methods and procedures involved in the construction and evaluation of teacher-made tests and the interpretation of test scores, as well as with the considerations involved in the selection and use of standardized tests.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester


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  • EDUC 6140 - Advanced Educational Psychology



    This course involves the application of psychological theories of learning and scientific findings to learning activities of the classroom as well as to the more complex problems of the educational process. The main focuses are on the learner, the learning process, and the learning condition. In addition to examining the science of learning, the art of teaching will also be discussed.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester


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  • EDUC 6271 - Identifying Outstanding Talents and Potentials



    An examination of the nature of children and youth having high potential in multiple areas. Includes consideration of definitions, characteristics, and identification of the gifted and talented as reflected in historical and contemporary theory and research. Prerequisite(s): none.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester


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  • EDUC 6272 - Developing Outstanding Talents and Potentials



    An opportunity to develop and implement appropriately challenging instructional strategies and materials, and to examine and critique teaching models for meeting the unique educational needs of the bright learner in the classroom. Prerequisite(s): EDUC 6040 Tests and Measurement for Educational Leaders.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester


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  • EDUC 6273 - Curriculum and Program Design for Developing Talents



    An investigation of administrative designs, conceptual programs, and approaches to provide qualitatively differentiated curriculum for the bright learner. Prerequisite(s): EDUC 6272.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester


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  • EDUC 6950 - Selected Topics



    This course examines problems in the light of recent knowledge and research in foundational education. The focus is on specifically designated areas of foundational education.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 1 TO 3
    Lecture Hours: 1 TO 3

    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester


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  • EDUC 7001 - Education Specialist Seminar



    The course involves developing skills of self-analysis, goal setting and building fundamental communication and leadership qualities. A personal/ interpersonal approach will be used to examine themes related to developing leadership/change agent skills. Themes addressed include the change process, leadership, collaboration, and context issues.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education


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  • EDUC 7002 - Education Specialist Seminar II



    School will be examined as a political institution within various contexts and constraints which affect leaders in the school community. Themes will include the change process, leadership, collaboration, context and policy issues. Prerequisite(s): EDUC 7001.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education


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  • EDUC 7003 - Education Specialist Seminar III



    Students will work with their “mentor leader” to apply knowledge and skills gained within their own role and workplace. These experiences will allow students to further develop, directly apply, and demonstrate their knowledge and skills related to leadership. Prerequisite(s): EDUC 7001 and EDUC 7002.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Specialist in Education


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  • EDUC 7004 - Philosophy of Education



    The content of this course includes descriptions of the following branches of philosophy: epistemology, metaphysics, ethics, and aesthetics. The focus is on philosophical concepts and questions which have special relevance to education in the 21st century. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Graduate Program.

    Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3

    Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester


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