Apr 18, 2024

2016-2017 Augusta University Graduate and Professional Catalog

2016-2017 Augusta University Graduate and Professional Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Genomic Medicine
	GNMD 8060 - Genomic Medicine Seminar The Genomic Medicine Seminar course consists of research seminars by visiting and MCG researchers. Students will have an opportunity to talk to each speaker during a lunch meeting and to serve as hosts to visiting scientists. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Credit Hours: 1 Other Contact Hours: 1 College Restrictions: The Graduate School Major Restrictions: Genomic Medicine Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	GNMD 8300 - Thesis Research This course requires permanent assignment to a specific lab with a faculty advisor and a defined research project. The student works under the mentorship of his/her faculty thesis advisor to define, develop, and carry out the basic study of a research problem of interest to both student and advisor. This course is designed to develop the experience, understanding, and skills to conduct and assess original, independent research in biomedical science. This course is typically taken more than one time and culminates in the final semester in the preparation and defense of a MS thesis. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Credit Hours: 1 TO 12 Lab Hours: 1 TO TO Program Restrictions: MS_GENO-Genomic Medicine Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	GNMD 9210 - Investigation of a Problem in Genomic Medicine This is a laboratory rotation course where the student works with individual faculty members on a specific research topic. This provides an introduction to techniques utilized in that laboratory as well as in introduction to the scientific method. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Credit Hours: 1 TO 12 Lab Hours: 1 TO TO College Restrictions: The Graduate School Major Restrictions: Genomic Medicine Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	GNMD 9300 - Research in Genomic Medicine The student works closely with his/her faculty dissertation mentor on an in-depth study of a research question of interest to both student and mentor. This course culminates in the preparation of a Ph.D. dissertation. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Credit Hours: 1 TO 12 Lab Hours: 1 TO TO College Restrictions: The Graduate School Major Restrictions: Genomic Medicine Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Genomics and Personalized Med
	CBGM 5085 - Genomics and Personalized Medicine Topics will include: genetic and environmental risk factors for complex diseases; next generation sequencing approaches in analysis of human genomes; genome-wide association studies; pharmacogenomics; use of personal genetic information in clinical medicine. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Normal Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 2 College Restrictions: Medical College of Georgia Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Geriatric Dentistry
	GERD 5001 - Introduction to Geriatric Dentistry This course introduces students to the unique oral health needs of older adults. Grade Mode: Normal Credit Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 1 Other Contact Hours: 1 College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	GERD 5601 - Introduction to Geriatric Dentistry Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory Credit Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Major Restrictions: Advanced Standing DMD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Health Informatics
	HINF 6312 - Medical Terminology Prerequisite: MHS program enrollment Introduction to the language used in healthcare. Emphasis on word components (combing forms, prefixes, and suffixes), pronunciation, writing exercises and case studies. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sciences Program Restrictions: MHSCLS_CLS-Clinical Laboratory Science Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HINF 6725 - Cyber Security in Health Care Settings This course focuses on building skills for understanding, assessing and solving cyber security threats within health care settings. The course examines the methods and tools to approach cyber security issues and prepares for successful design and implementation of available countermeasures to help protect the operation of the health care enterprises and to guard the confidentiality and privacy of patients’ data. This class also presents current trends and open problems related to cyber security in health care settings. This class is offered on line. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MPHI 8000 - Computerized Health Information Systems Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Master of Public Health program or instructor permission. This course explores information systems theory, current and emerging technology, applications in the healthcare industry, health information systems strategic planning, and computer-based patient record theory. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: MPH_HINF-Master of Public Health Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MPHI 8001 - Public Health Informatics An overview of the field of public health informatics, integrating themes from information sciences, public health, computer science and medical science. Topics include: utilization of health information services, organization and management of online current and emerging public health technology collections, automation of information technology, and public health professional knowledge as a component of evidence-based practice. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: MPH_HINF-Master of Public Health Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MPHI 8100 - Health Care Content, Standards, and Structure Healthcare information standards are addressed with emphasis on current healthcare regulations and standards. The effective use of networks to share healthcare data is explored; emphasis is placed on developing the expertise to apply standards effectively in a healthcare facility to achieve full integration of organizational health information systems. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: MPH_HINF-Master of Public Health Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MPHI 8400 - Health Data Management and Knowledge Discovery This course focuses on the acquisition and use of patient level data to support population, administrative and clinical decision-making in healthcare organizations. Course emphasis is in data mining and knowledge discovery techniques including the advanced treatment of statistical analysis and methods of communicating the outcomes of health interventions. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: MPH_HINF-Master of Public Health Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MPHI 8500 - Health Information Systems Analysis and Project Management This course explores the aspects of strategic planning, analysis, design, evaluation, and implementation of effective healthcare information systems. It teaches the principles, techniques, and tools for successful project management. Emphasis is placed on the skills required to lead technical and professional team members through work process design activities within a healthcare organization. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: MPH_HINF-Master of Public Health Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MPHI 8800 - Health Decision Support Systems This course presents an overview of automated decision systems used in clinical care, health administration and public health. The intensive format of the course allows for topic discussion, on-site observation of clinical, managerial, and population-based decision support systems. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: MPH_HINF-Master of Public Health Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Health Management
	MPHM 7102 - Human Resource Management A comprehensive human resource management course which develops student understanding of the employer-employee relationship. Includes the major human resource management functions. Topics include job analysis, job descriptions, employee recruitment, selection, and training, salary administration, performance appraisals, and collective bargaining. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: MPH_HINF-Master of Public Health Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MPHM 7104 - Healthcare Financial Management The purpose of this course is to provide the student with a practical understanding of the basic financial and budgeting concepts and tools used by healthcare organizations. The student will be provided with a basic refresher on accounting terminology and principles. Additionally the student will learn about cost concepts, the financial market, financial analysis, management of capital institutional budgeting, decision analysis, and emerging issues in healthcare finance. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: MPH_HINF-Master of Public Health Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MPHM 7112 - Health Policy and Politics This course provides an introduction to health policy and key features of the US healthcare system. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Degree Restrictions: Master of Public Admin, Master of Public Health Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MPHM 7210 - Health Care Performance Improvement Introduces concepts in quality management. Areas discussed include continuous quality improvement, utilization and risk management, accrediting functions, six-sigma and statistical process control, balanced scorecards, outcomes and disease management. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: MPH_HINF-Master of Public Health Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MPHM 7220 - Current Topics in Public Health This course examines major domains of public health and current trends & special topics within each domain. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Degree Restrictions: Master of Public Health Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MPHM 8110 - Leadership and Decision Making This course provides an introduction and overview to leadership, management, decision making, and organizational behavior in healthcare. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Degree Restrictions: Master of Public Health Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MPHM 8220 - Strategic Management of Healthcare Organizations This course introduces ways of introducing and managing change in healthcare organizations as adaptive responses to the external environment. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Degree Restrictions: Master of Public Health Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MPHM 8280 - Quantitative Methods in Health Administration This course aims to discuss applications of decision analysis and operations management to the healthcare organizational context. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Master of Public Health Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MPHM 8998 - Extended Capstone Extends the required capstone course to provide additional research time. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 1 Other Contact Hours: 1 Program Restrictions: MPH_HINF-Master of Public Health Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Health Professions Education
	HPEC 7001 - Introduction to Health Professions Education This course provides a general introduction to health sciences education and research. Focus will be on terminology used in education research, including health sciences education, concepts in education science, finding and reading health science education research and an introduction to health science education and social science research methodology. This course also will provide a general overview of the culminating experience which will occur at the conclusion of the HPEC program. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HPEC 7002 - Learning Theories in Health Professions Education This course provides an introduction to general learning theories and medical education theory. The focus of this course is on the exploration of learning theories and how they apply to instructional methods and designs. By examining a variety of learning theories, students will identify a range of principles, perspectives, and tools that will be useful in understanding learning and teaching in a variety of contexts. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HPEC 7003 - Contextual Factors in Health Professions Education This course provides an introduction to contextual factors that influence teaching and learning. The focus of this course is on the exploration of a variety of contextual factors and how they impact and influence instructional methods and designs. By examining a variety of contextual factors, students will identify a range of principles, perspectives, and tools that will be useful in understanding learning and teaching in a variety of contexts. Some contextual factors that will be addressed include, but are not limited to: socioeconomic, environmental, and cultural influences. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HPEC 7004 - Designing Research in Health Professions Education This course provides a general introduction to planning and conducting research in health professions education. Focus will be on conducting a literature review, designing a study (quantitative or qualitative) including a sampling plan, instruments for data collection and data collection strategy. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HPEC 7005 - Determining Learning Objectives and Competencies This course provides an introduction to learning objectives and learner outcomes of teaching and learning. The focus of this course is on the exploration and development of learning objectives and learner outcomes, how they influence instructional methods, assessment, and design. By examining a variety of learning objectives and learner outcomes, students will identify a range of principles, perspectives, and tools that will be useful in developing appropriate instructional engagements and assessments. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HPEC 7006 - Best Practices in Assessment Module This online course provides a critical examination of best practices of assessments in health professions education. Topics include but are not limited to formative assessment, summative assessment, the relationship between learning outcomes (competencies) and assessment, validity and reliability, effective feedback, self-assessment, and reflection. In addition, the concepts of validity and reliability will be explored. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HPEC 7007 - Assessment Methods Module This online course provides a critical examination of the variety of assessments available in health professions education. Topics include but are not limited to multiple choice questions, rating scales, checklists, simulations, observations, objective structured clinical exams, essay questions, peer assessments, self-assessments, reflection, and portfolios. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HPEC 7008 - Online Teaching This course provides a critical examination of various technology strategies to enhance learning experiences in health professions education. The course will focus on teaching and assessment methods that stimulate ahievement of learners. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HPEC 7009 - Clinical Teaching This course provides a critical examination of various instructional strategies to enhance learning experiences in health professions education. Techniques will focus on teaching methods in a clinical setting and educator behaviors that stimulate achievement of learners. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HPEC 7010 - Classroom Teaching This course provides a critical examination of various instructional strategies to enhance learning experiences in health professions education. Techniques will focus on active learning methods in classroom teaching and educator behaviors that stimulate achievement of learners. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HPEC 7011 - Data Analysis for Health Profession Education This course provides a basic instruction and practice in the analysis on qualitative and quantitative data especially as it relates to health professions education. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Prerequisites: HPEC7001 and HPEC7004 Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HPEC 7012 - Research Practicum in Health Professions Education This course is designed to provide guidance to HPE Certificate students in the completion of a publishable research project in medical education. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Prerequisites: HPEC7001 and HPEC7002 and HPEC7003 and HPEC7004 and HPEC7005 and HPEC7006 and HPEC7007 and HPEC7008 and HPEC7009 and HPEC7010 Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Hematology - Oncology
	RHON 5000 - Hematology- Oncology Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory Credit Hours: 27 Lecture Hours: 12 Other Contact Hours: 40 College Restrictions: Residents Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
History
	HIST 5111 - History and Culture of Africa A survey of the political, economic, social, and intellectual history of the African continent from ancient times to the present. Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 5211 - History and Culture of East Asia A survey of Asian civilizations emphasizing cultural institutions and reactions to Western encroachment. Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 5311 - Modern Russia Russia from the late nineteenth century to the present. Origins, development, and collapse of the Soviet state. Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 5371 - England to 1689 A study of the origins and development of England politically, economically, socially, and culturally from the earliest settlements through the Revolution of 1688 establishing constitutional monarchy. Prerequisite(s): HIST 1111 or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 5381 - England Since 1689 A study of the constitutional developments, rise of parliamentary supremacy, impact of the Industrial Revolution, and institutional and social reforms in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Prerequisite(s): HIST 1112 or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 5391 - Colonialism and Nationalism of the British Empire A survey of the political, economic, social, and intellectual history of the British Empire and Commonwealth. Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 5411 - Indians of North America Origins and cultures of native peoples of America north of Mexico. Discusses impact of arrival of Europeans in North America. Prerequisite(s): HIST 2111 or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 5431 - African-American History to 1877 An examination of the origins of man; the kingdoms of West Africa; African political, economic, and social systems; the slave trade; slavery in the Americas; and the experiences of African Americans through the presidential election of 1876. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 5441 - African-American History since 1877 An examination of the lives of black Americans in their search for freedom in the South, North, and West following the presidential election of 1876 and into the twentieth century. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 5481 - American Social and Intellectual History A study of some of the major social developments and political and cultural ideas that have shaped American history since the Revolutionary era. Prerequisite(s): HIST 2111 or HIST 2112 or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 5491 - Military History of the United States Overview of American military history from colonization to the present, including major wars, campaigns, battles, institutional and organizational development, and strategy. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 5531 - History of Mexico An examination of Mexico’s history. Topics include: indigenous civilizations prior to European contact, Spanish conquest, colonial society, the independence period, and a social, political, and economic survey of the turbulent modern era. Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 5591 - United States and Latin American Relations A study of the cultural, commercial, and diplomatic relations among the American republics. Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 5711 - Georgia History A study of the history of Georgia that focuses on state and local history and shows the connections with national and world events. This course fulfills the legislative requirement for Georgia history. Prerequisite(s): HIST 2111 or HIST 2112 or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 5811 - Topics in the Islamic World A survey of the political, economic, social, and intellectual history of the predominantly Muslim-populated regions in the Eastern Hemisphere from the seventh century to the present. Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 5831 - Archaeology Examines theories, methods, and techniques used by modern archaeologists in an integrated scientific approach to investigate and understand historic and prehistoric cultures. Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1102 or ANTH 2011 or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 5851 - Military History of the Western World Warfare in the western world from ancient times through the eighteenth century. Attention will be given to military doctrine, technology, and style, and the effect of war on the development of the west. Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 6011 - History of Women This course will examine the history of women in either a geographical or topical approach. It will examine the female role of mother, daughter, sister, and leader in a particular society, such as America, Europe, Asia, Latin America, etc. Or, the course will be centered on a particular cross-cultural topic, such as suffrage, family roles, leaders, religion, etc. In all cases, this course is intended to explore the paradox between the ideal woman and actual treatment of women in a given era, society, culture, or movement. Students taking the graduate level course will be required to complete additional work. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): HIST 1111 or 1112 or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 6021 - Gender and Family History This is an in-depth look at the relationship between men and women with particular emphasis on their roles in the family. The course will look at childhood, marriage, work, and cultural practices in a particular period from antiquity to modernity. Primary and secondary sources will provide comparisons between men and women in both the elite and common sectors of society. Students taking the graduate level course will be required to complete additional work. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): HIST 1111 or 1112 or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 6111 - History of World Religions This is a survey course introducing the study of religion. The students will define what “religion” is, examine why so many people in the history of the world find religion important, and try to understand some of the major tenets of the religions of the world. This course is designed with the theme of ethics and morals as defined by cultures and religions around which many of the readings and discussions will take place. Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 6211 - The Middle East 622-1914 A survey of the political, economic, social, and intellectual history of the Middle East from the time of the Prophet Muhammad to the Ottoman Empire’s entry into the First World War. Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 6221 - The Modern Middle East A survey of the political, economic, social, and intellectual history of the Middle East from the First World War to the present including such subjects as Western imperialism, Arab nationalism, and the Arab-Israeli conflict and peace process. Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 6231 - History of Modern Israel A examination of the political, economic, social and intellectual history of Israel and the Palestinian territories since 1948 with background provided on Palestine since the 19th century under Ottoman and later British rule as well as the origins of Zionism and Palestinian Arab nationalism. Students taking this course as HIST 6231 will complete additional work not required for HIST 4231. Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 6321 - Ancient Civilizations This course will look at the history of the cultures and practices of the societies that laid the foundation for civilization in Europe and the Middle East. This is a survey of the civilizations of the Mediterranean region examining the cultural, political, legal, philosophical, and artistic elements of these societies, focusing on Egypt, Greece and Rome. It also will include discussions on the lasting effects of classical ideas and institutions. Prerequisite(s): HIST 1111 or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 6361 - Age of Reason and Enlightenment A study of European institutions and ideas in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries with special attention to the growth of absolute monarchies, to discoveries in the sciences, and to the application of reason to the progress of human development. Prerequisite(s): HIST 1112 or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 6371 - Age of Revolutions A study of causation, methodology, and effectiveness of revolutions as they occurred in Europe and America from the 1600s through 1917. Prerequisite(s): HIST 1112 or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 6381 - Nineteenth Century Europe An examination of the transition of the European states from agricultural, semi-feudal monarchies to industrialized great powers. Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 6391 - Twentieth Century Europe Major trends in European history from the Russian Revolution of 1905 to the present. Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 6401 - Colonial and Revolutionary America A study of the colonization of North America by Europeans; the interaction of native peoples with the colonizers; the political, economic, social, and cultural growth of the colonies; the relationship between England and her colonies; and the American Revolution. Prerequisite(s): HIST 2111 or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 6411 - United States from the Confederation to 1850 An in-depth study of the political, economic, social, and cultural development of America during the Confederation, Federalist, Jeffersonian, and Jacksonian periods. Prerequisite(s): HIST 2111 or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 6421 - Civil War and Reconstruction A study of the causes of the American Civil War, the major military campaigns and engagements, and the problems of the nation after the war. Prerequisite(s): HIST 2111 or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 6431 - US From the Gilded Age to the Great Depression An in-depth study of the political, economic, social, and cultural development of America and of American foreign relations during the Gilded Age, Progressive Era, World War I, and the 1920s. Prerequisite(s): HIST 2112 or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 6441 - United States Since the Great Crash A study of the United States from the beginning of the Great Depression to the present with emphasis on political, social, economic, and diplomatic developments. Prerequisite(s): HIST 2112 or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 6451 - National Security and Foreign Policy, 1898- The emergence of the United States as a world power, the origins and impact of the Cold War, and the forces that have shaped America’s relationship with the world. Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 6471 - The Old South A study of the American South from the beginnings of European settlement to the Civil War with emphasis on slavery, the development of southern culture, and other topics. Prerequisite(s): HIST 2111 or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 6481 - The New South A study of the American South since Reconstruction with emphasis on race relations, the evolution of southern culture, and other topics. Prerequisite(s): HIST 2112 or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 6491 - The American West An examination of the westward movement and those factors that defined the West as a land of opportunity; the significance of race, ethnicity, and gender in the West’s creation; and the role of the West in shaping the identity and image of the United States. Prerequisite(s): HIST 2111 or HIST 2112 or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	HIST 6950 - Selected Topics Content of the course varies. Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing or permission of instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 1 TO 3 Lecture Hours: 1 TO 3 Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Implantology
	IMPL 5001 - Introduction to Oral Implantology Grade Mode: Normal Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Independent Dental Studies
	IDDS 5001 - Independent Dental Studies Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Credit Hours: 1 TO 6 Other Contact Hours: 2 TO 12 College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Indications Based Trtmnt Sol
	IBTS 5001 - Indications Based Treatment Solutions Seminar Advanced treatment planning concepts will be presented to senior students. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Credit Hours: 0 TO 1 Lecture Hours: 0 TO 1 College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	IBTS 5601 - Indications Based Treatment Solutions Seminar Advanced treatment planning concepts will be presented to senior students. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Continuing Progress Courses Credit Hours: 0 TO 1 Lecture Hours: 0 TO 1 Major Restrictions: Advanced Standing DMD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Infectious Disease
	RINF 5000 - Infectious Disease Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory Credit Hours: 27 Lecture Hours: 25 Other Contact Hours: 24 College Restrictions: Residents Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Information Management
	MINF 6353 - Introduction to Information Security Management Overview of information security practice management. Topics include information systems security governance and management, risk management, information security program management, incident response management. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Major Restrictions: Info Security Management, MBA Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MINF 6355 - Information Security Governance and Program Development Develops an understanding of the requirements for effective information security governance and the capability to develop an information security strategy – including critical controls and metrics – and plans to implement, administer, and maintain it. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: MINF6353 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Major Restrictions: Info Security Management, MBA Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MINF 6357 - Information Risk and Incident Management Develops understanding of the importance of risk management as a tool for meeting business needs while managing and auditing information risk for business and compliance requirements. Further, develop concepts and techniques to identify, analyze, manage, and respond effectively to unexpected events affecting the enterprise’s information assets or its ability to operate. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: MINF6353 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Major Restrictions: Info Security Management, MBA Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MINF 6620 - Management of Information Technology Examines the issues of information technology, operations, competitive advantage, and leadership from management’s perspective. Includes cross-functional issues, relationships with vendors and consultants, RFP’s, contracts, hardware, software, communications, and ethics. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Major Restrictions: Info Security Management, MBA Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Nursing Practice, Master of Business Admin Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	MINF 6950 - Current Issues in MINF Systems 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 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Kinesiology & Health Science
	KNHS 6241 - Seminar in Contemporary Kinesiology and Health Science Research This course introduces students to research in the disciplines of kinesiology and health science. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: 1MS-KINES-MS-Kinesiology Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	KNHS 6311 - Behavioral Aspects of Physical Activity This course examines physical activity as a health behavior and health-related dimension of physical fitness. Associations between physical activity and fitness with health habits, chronic diseases, the behavior physiology of stress, and mental health are examined. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: 1MS-KINES-MS-Kinesiology Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	KNHS 6312 - Cardiovascular Response to Exercise This course will deal specifically with the cardiovascular function of the human body during physical exertion. Concepts will be reinforced through laboratory experiences. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: 1MS-KINES-MS-Kinesiology Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	KNHS 6313 - Principles of Strength and Conditioning This course examines the principles of strength training. Included topics are the physiological responses to training as well as the practical considerations for developing a strength training program. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: 1MS-KINES-MS-Kinesiology Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	KNHS 6314 - Biomechanics The purpose of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the basic biomechanical principles of movement and their application to sports and human performance. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: 1MS-KINES-MS-Kinesiology Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	KNHS 6321 - Foundations of Teaching Sport and Physical Education This course is the initial pedagogy experience for teacher education candidates and kinesiology-related majors interested in teaching physical education and/or coaching sports. Various teaching styles and skills necessary to develop and maintian an effective learning environment will be examined. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: 1MAT-Master of Arts in Teaching, 1MS-KINES-MS-Kinesiology Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	KNHS 6331 - Organization and Administration of Physical Education and Athletic Programs This course will provide the student with an understanding of personnel administration, physical education and athletic objectives, and program administration. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: 1MS-KINES-MS-Kinesiology Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	KNHS 6334 - Methods of Presentation in Kinesiology and Health Science The purpose of this course is to examine and understand systematic methods to improve teaching skills. Two critical subject areas of this course will be the creation of conditions for effective teaching and a review of the literature on effective teaching in physical education. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: 1MS-KINES-MS-Kinesiology Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	KNHS 6339 - Trends and Issues in Kinesiology and Health Sciences The purpose of the course is to offer the graduate student an exploration of kinesiology and health science topics which, during the offering of the course, is under great discussion and contemplation within the professional community. Topics may differ between semesters. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: 1MS-KINES-MS-Kinesiology Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	KNHS 6342 - Physical Education for Middle and Secondary School Students Candidates will learn about developmentally appropriate physical education for youth in middle and high school (grades 6-12). This course is designed to provide the teacher education candidate with the ability to plan and implement an effective middle school physical education program. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: 1MAT-Master of Arts in Teaching, 1MS-KINES-MS-Kinesiology Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	KNHS 6343 - Elementary Methods of Physical Education and Health Teacher education candidates will learn about developmentally appropriate physical education for students in elementary school. The purpose of this course is to enable the teacher education candidate to create a variety of learning opportunities for diverse students that will be developmentally appropriate for children in grades K-12. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: 1MAT-Master of Arts in Teaching, 1MS-KINES-MS-Kinesiology Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	KNHS 6350 - Foundations and Principles of Sports Coaching This course is a comprehensive introduction to the coaching profession. The primary goal of the course is to develop and enhance students’ knowledge and understanding of concepts and techniques of coaching and their application to achieving important objectives in working with athletes. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: 1CERG-SPCO-Post Bac Cert in Sports Coach, 1MS-KINES-MS-Kinesiology Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	KNHS 6351 - Ethics of Sports Coaching This course will investigate the methods, principles, and decision-making responsibilities of a coach and promote critical examination of ethical issues and moral dilemmas that are inherently found within sports coaching settings. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: 1CERG-SPCO-Post Bac Cert in Sports Coach, 1MS-KINES-MS-Kinesiology Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	KNHS 6352 - Athletic Injuries, Care, and Prevention This course is designed to provide the student an introduction to the recognition, care, and prevention of athletic injuries from a coach’s perspective. It involves fulfilling the role of being a competent first responder to athletic injuries and illness in a variety of athletic contexts. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: 1CERG-SPCO-Post Bac Cert in Sports Coach, 1MS-KINES-MS-Kinesiology Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	KNHS 6353 - Taking the Athlete to the Next Level This course is designed to expose coaches to the psychological variables that have an effect on athletic performance and to equip them with the knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations to better support youth athletes transitioning from the recreation, club, and/or high school levels to competitive collegiate athletics. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Program Restrictions: 1CERG-SPCO-Post Bac Cert in Sports Coach, 1MS-KINES-MS-Kinesiology Click here for the Schedule of Classes.

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GNMD 8060 - Genomic Medicine Seminar

GNMD 8300 - Thesis Research

GNMD 9210 - Investigation of a Problem in Genomic Medicine

GNMD 9300 - Research in Genomic Medicine

CBGM 5085 - Genomics and Personalized Medicine

GERD 5001 - Introduction to Geriatric Dentistry

GERD 5601 - Introduction to Geriatric Dentistry

HINF 6312 - Medical Terminology

HINF 6725 - Cyber Security in Health Care Settings

MPHI 8000 - Computerized Health Information Systems

MPHI 8001 - Public Health Informatics

MPHI 8100 - Health Care Content, Standards, and Structure

MPHI 8400 - Health Data Management and Knowledge Discovery

MPHI 8500 - Health Information Systems Analysis and Project Management

MPHI 8800 - Health Decision Support Systems

MPHM 7102 - Human Resource Management

MPHM 7104 - Healthcare Financial Management

MPHM 7112 - Health Policy and Politics

MPHM 7210 - Health Care Performance Improvement

MPHM 7220 - Current Topics in Public Health

MPHM 8110 - Leadership and Decision Making

MPHM 8220 - Strategic Management of Healthcare Organizations

MPHM 8280 - Quantitative Methods in Health Administration

MPHM 8998 - Extended Capstone

HPEC 7001 - Introduction to Health Professions Education

HPEC 7002 - Learning Theories in Health Professions Education

HPEC 7003 - Contextual Factors in Health Professions Education

HPEC 7004 - Designing Research in Health Professions Education

HPEC 7005 - Determining Learning Objectives and Competencies

HPEC 7006 - Best Practices in Assessment Module

HPEC 7007 - Assessment Methods Module

HPEC 7008 - Online Teaching

HPEC 7009 - Clinical Teaching

HPEC 7010 - Classroom Teaching

HPEC 7011 - Data Analysis for Health Profession Education

HPEC 7012 - Research Practicum in Health Professions Education

RHON 5000 - Hematology- Oncology

HIST 5111 - History and Culture of Africa

HIST 5211 - History and Culture of East Asia

HIST 5311 - Modern Russia

HIST 5371 - England to 1689

HIST 5381 - England Since 1689

HIST 5391 - Colonialism and Nationalism of the British Empire

HIST 5411 - Indians of North America

HIST 5431 - African-American History to 1877

HIST 5441 - African-American History since 1877

HIST 5481 - American Social and Intellectual History

HIST 5491 - Military History of the United States

HIST 5531 - History of Mexico

HIST 5591 - United States and Latin American Relations

HIST 5711 - Georgia History

HIST 5811 - Topics in the Islamic World

HIST 5831 - Archaeology

HIST 5851 - Military History of the Western World

HIST 6011 - History of Women

HIST 6021 - Gender and Family History

HIST 6111 - History of World Religions

HIST 6211 - The Middle East 622-1914

HIST 6221 - The Modern Middle East

HIST 6231 - History of Modern Israel

HIST 6321 - Ancient Civilizations

HIST 6361 - Age of Reason and Enlightenment

HIST 6371 - Age of Revolutions

HIST 6381 - Nineteenth Century Europe

HIST 6391 - Twentieth Century Europe

HIST 6401 - Colonial and Revolutionary America

HIST 6411 - United States from the Confederation to 1850

HIST 6421 - Civil War and Reconstruction

HIST 6431 - US From the Gilded Age to the Great Depression

HIST 6441 - United States Since the Great Crash

HIST 6451 - National Security and Foreign Policy, 1898-

HIST 6471 - The Old South

HIST 6481 - The New South

HIST 6491 - The American West

HIST 6950 - Selected Topics

IMPL 5001 - Introduction to Oral Implantology

IDDS 5001 - Independent Dental Studies

IBTS 5001 - Indications Based Treatment Solutions Seminar

IBTS 5601 - Indications Based Treatment Solutions Seminar