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2017-2018 Augusta University Catalog

2017-2018 Augusta University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Spanish
	SPAN 2001 - Intermediate Spanish I This proficiency‑centered course is designed to build on high school Spanish or on SPAN 1002. More emphasis will be placed on listening, speaking, and reading skills in practical situations. Students will learn how to “get around” in places where Spanish is spoken natively. Not open to native speakers. Heritage speakers should take the placement exam. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN1002 >= C or SP112 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 2002 - Intermediate Spanish II This proficiency‑centered course includes a grammar review and more intensive work in listening comprehension, speaking, and reading, with more emphasis on writing than in SPAN 2001. Spanish‑speaking cultures will be studied through music, art, film, literary and cultural readings, including current events. At the end of this course, students should have a basic competence in Spanish. Students who wish to take upper‑division courses in Spanish will need to demonstrate sufficient proficiency as determined by the foreign language faculty before enrolling in major/minor courses. Not open to native speakers. Heritage speakers should take the placement exam. Students must earn a C or better in order to take classes at the 3000/4000 level. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN2001 >= C or SP201 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 2950 - Studies in Hispanophone Culture A variable content course taught in English that will center on one Hispanophone country or area, or a specific issue dealing with Hispanophone culture. May not be counted towards the Spanish major and may not satisfy foreign language requirement. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 3100 - Conversational Spanish A course designed to enhance students’ listening and speaking ability in Spanish. Emphasis on expressing hypotheses, opinions, and debate. NOT OPEN TO NATIVE SPEAKERS. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C or SP202 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 3211 - Spanish American Culture I A study of Spanish American culture and civilization with attention to history, geography, customs, art, and music. From the beginnings to 1821. Emphasis on the development of oral, listening, reading and writing skills. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C or SP202 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 3212 - Spanish American Culture II A study of Spanish American culture and civilization with attention to history, geography, customs, art, and music. From 1821 to the present. Emphasis on the development of oral, listening, reading and writing skills. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C or SP202 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 3220 - Spanish Culture A study of Spanish culture and civilizations with attention given to history, geography, customs, art and music. Covers contributions of Spain to world civilization. Emphasis on the development of reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C or SP202 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 3300 - Spanish Composition A course designed to promote the student’s ability to express themselves correctly in written Spanish and become acquainted with different styles. Emphasis on vocabulary building, advanced grammar. Some expository writing, letter writing, and creative writing. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C or SP202 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 3510 - Introduction to Literature A study of the theoretical and practical foundations of literature, including poetry, narrative, drama and essay. Prepares students for analysis and literary criticism. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C or SP202 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 3520 - Drama in Spanish An introduction to drama in Spain and Hispanic America, focusing on the performance and presentation of dramatic pieces. Emphasis on the development of reading, writing, oral and listening skills. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C or SP202 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 3610 - Business Spanish A study of economics and business practices in Spanish speaking countries; emphasis on the development of communicative competence, particularly oral expression and listening comprehension. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C or SP202 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 3620 - Medical Spanish A course for Spanish students who desire to expand their Spanish knowledge in the field of medicine. It will provide oral and written opportunities to practice an active vocabulary in health related situations. Emphasis on the development of oral, listening, reading, and writing skills. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C or SP202 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4100 - Advanced Conversational Spanish A course designed to enhance students’ listening and speaking ability in Spanish at an advanced level. Emphasis on expressing hypotheses, opinions, and debate. NOT OPEN TO NATIVE SPEAKERS. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN3100 >= C or SP311 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4300 - Advanced Composition An advanced course that emphasizes critical reading, expository and creative writing. The students will use skills such as summarizing, criticizing, comparing, contrasting and expressing their opinions. This course is designed to help students write better. Emphasis on the development of reading and writing skills. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN3300 >= C or SP312 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4400 - Introduction to Hispanic Linguistics An introduction to linguistics using data from the Spanish language: phonetics, syntax, the history of Spanish, and dialectology. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4410 - The Sound System of Spanish Discussion of the sound systems of the contemporary varieties of the Spanish language. Topics include articulatory and acoustic phonetics, intonation, dialectology, previous and current phonological theory. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN4400 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4420 - Applied Linguistics A study of basic applied linguistics. Emphasis on grammatical difficulties encountered by non-native speakers of Spanish. Prerequisite(s): Three upper division classes in Spanish with a grade of C or better. Also a grade of C or better in SPAN 2002 or placement. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4530 - Spanish Literature and International Studies A study of Spanish poetry, novel, drama and short story of the 20th century. Emphasis on the development of reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4540 - Hispanic Nobel Laureates A study of all Hispanic laureate writers, including stylistic and thematic comparisons showing their contributions to Hispanic Literature. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4550 - Hispanic American Poetry A study of the foundations and evolution of Hispanic American poetry since Modernism to the present, focusing on form and content. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4560 - Hispanic American Literature A study of Hispanic American Literature since Modernism until the so called Post-Boom Generation, including poetry, narrative and essay, and concepts like neo‑baroque, magical realism and boom, among others. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4570 - Short Story A study of the origin, techniques, characteristics and evolution of the short story in Hispanic literature, including Romanticism, Realism, Naturalism, Modernism and Contemporary movements. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4600 - Introduction to Spanish/English Translation This course will explore the basic principles of translation and interpretation, the theory, the methods, the challenges, the problems and the satisfaction involved in rendering both written texts and oral statements from Spanish into English and vice versa without losing the basic ideas, the intent, the stylistic level, and the linguistic register. The course emphasizes the translation of material intended for the general public; however, there will be some consideration of specialized material from fields such as business, literature, and medicine. Emphasis will be placed on translating from Spanish to English, with some consideration given to English-Spanish translation. Prerequisite(s): two upper division SPAN courses with a grade of C or better. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Undergraduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4710 - Spanish Film An introduction to Spanish films focusing on their artistic value, their relationship to literature, social and political issues, cultural differences, morals and ethics. Includes the works of Buñuel, Saura, Almodóvar and others. Emphasis on the development of reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4720 - Hispanic American Film An introduction to Hispanic American films focusing on their artistic value, their relationship to literature, social and political issues, cultural differences, morals and ethics. The course may examine the works of directors from one or more Hispanic American countries. Emphasis on the development of reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Class Restrictions: Junior-Semester, Senior-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4801 - Methods and Materials for Teaching Foreign Language I Methods and materials for listening, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural activities appropriate for elementary and middle school learners. First and second language acquisition theories, a review of foreign language teaching methods, testing procedures and teacher preparation and evaluation. A field experience of 45 clock hours is a required component of the course. Prerequisite(s): Junior status and permission of the instructor. This course is a prerequisite for SCED 4901. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 1 Repeat Status: No Class Restrictions: Junior-Semester, Senior-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4802 - Methods and Materials for Teaching Foreign Language II Methods and materials for listening, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural activities appropriate for secondary learners. First and second language acquisition theories, a review of foreign language teaching methods, testing procedures and teacher preparation and evaluation. A field experience of 45 clock hours is a required component of the course. Prerequisite(s): Junior status and permission of the instructor. This course is a prerequisite for SCED 4901. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 1 Repeat Status: No Class Restrictions: Junior-Semester, Senior-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4950 - Selected Topics A variable-content course, intended to meet the interests of students minoring or majoring in Spanish and desiring to make an intensive study of some special area of Spanish language or literature. May be repeated for credit. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPAN2002 >= C or SP202 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 4960 - Undergraduate Internship An internship is a service-learning experience based in an off-campus agency or organization. The experience entails completion of a specific task and the acquisition of specific knowledge and skills under the supervision of Augusta State University faculty and the cooperating organization or agency. Maximum of three credit hours. Only three hours may be used towards the major. Prerequisite(s): Seven upper-division classes in Spanish with a grade of C or better and permission of the instructor. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Credit Hours: 1 TO 3 Lecture Hours: 1 TO 3 Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 6801 - Methods and Materials for Teaching Foreign Languages I Methods and materials for listening, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural activities appropriate for elementary and middle school learners. First and second language acquisition theories, a review of foreign language teaching methods, testing procedures, and teacher preparation and evaluation. A field experience of 45 clock hours is a required component of the class. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the graduate program - MAT. This course is a prerequisite for EDTD 6910. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Master of Arts in Teaching Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 6802 - Methods and Materials for Teaching Foreign Languages II Methods and materials for listening, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural activities appropriate for secondary learners. First and second language acquisition theories, a review of foreign language teaching methods, testing procedures, and teacher preparation and evaluation. A field experience of 45 clock hours is a required component of the class. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the graduate program - MAT. This course is a prerequisite for EDTD 6910. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Master of Arts in Teaching Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPAN 6950 - Selected Topics A variable advanced seminar, intended to meet the interests of graduate students desiring to make an intensive study of a specific area of Spanish lingustics or literature. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): Baccalaureate degree in Spanish or equivalent. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99 Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Special Dental Studies
	SPDS 5001 - Special Dental Studies Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 1 TO 6 Lecture Hours: 2 TO 12 Lab Hours: 2 TO 12 Other Contact Hours: 2 TO 12 Repeat Status: Yes College Restrictions: Dental College of Georgia Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Special Education
	SPED 3001 - Policies and Procedures in Special Education This course is an introduction to the legislations, policies, and procedures in special education. The current trends and practices of special education in today’s schools are addressed. Also examined are the historical foundations of special education, multicultural issues, and perspectives toward special education services. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 3003 - Educational Assessment in Special Education An introductory course which includes basic assessment terminology, administration of frequently used diagnostic instruments, strengths and weaknesses of various assessment tools, and evaluation and instructional recommendations. A 25-hours field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPED3110 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 3005 - Educational Planning for Exceptional Students This course is designed to prepare special educators who are knowledgeable and competent in preparing Individualized Education Plans and lesson plans for individuals with disabilities. Learning environments and assessment data will be analyzed in order to develop high quality instructional plans that include specialized strategies based on collaboration among stakeholders and improving communication for individuals with disabilities. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required for the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 3006 - Language Development and Communication Disorders In this course, students will study typical language and communication development and the communication disorders associated with children in special education. Students will learn how teachers can design and implement programs to support students in language and communication development. 30 hours of field experience is required. Prerequisite(s): admission to undergraduate program. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 3110 - Characteristics of Students with Mild Disabilities An introductory course in mild disabilities which covers perpectives on disability and issues in identification, instruction, and placement. Cognitive and perceptual characteristics, language characteristics, academic learning characteristics, and social-emotional characteristics of students with mild disabilities will be discussed in this course. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 4002 - Teaching Students with Disabilities in the Inclusive Classroom Methods for teaching students with disabilities in inclusive settings are described. Definitions and characteristics of students with disabilities are discussed as well as integration strategies that create safe, equitable and positive learning environments for all students including those at risk of developing disabling conditions. Examined are research-based instructional strategies, models, theories, and philosophies of educating students with disabilities, and how to accomodate and modify to improve outcomes. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 4004 - Collaboration and Consultation in Special Education This is an in-depth course on techniques for implementing best practices for effective collaboration, consultation, and co-teaching skills. This course will examine the barriers to effective collaboration and possible solutions when working with classroom teachers, paraprofessionals, administrators, volunteers, and parents. Furthermore, this course will examine co-teaching models and how they can be effectively implemented in the classroom. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPED3110 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 4005 - Family Literacy This course is designed to examine research-based practices for teachers/families/caregivers in enhancing early literacy and intervention techniques applicable to infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with special needs. 30 hours of field experience is required. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPED3110 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 4007 - Literacy Fundamentals This course surveys research-based reading strategies for teaching literacy skills (e.g., reading, writing, listening, speaking, critical thinking, spelling) to students (P-12). Special attention will be given to selecting and using intervention tools for literacy instruction with students who experience literacy problems. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. 30 hours of field experience is required. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 4008 - Assessment and Instruction in Literacy for Students with Mild Disabilities This course addresses the fundamentals of literacy, including early literacy and essential components of readings. We also discuss evidence-based reading strategies, tiered intervention, data-based decision, and progress monitoring for students who have reading difficulties. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 4009 - Family and Community Engagement for Exceptional Children This course focuses on family and community engagement to meet the needs of exceptional children. Content will be from a variety of literatures in education with focuses on early literacy, family involvement, access to books and expanded learning, as well as mentoring partnerships. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Repeat Status: No Program Restrictions: 1BSED-SPECE-BSED-Special Education Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 4120 - Methods of Instruction for Students with Mild Disabilities This course is designed to prepare educators who are knowledgeable and competent in teaching students with mild disabilities in a variety of collaborative settings. This course encompasses research-based methodologies, learning strategies, the development of teacher-made materials, and the utilization of commercial materials. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPED4002 >= C and SPED3110 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 4130 - Classroom and Behavior Management This course is designed to assist the pre-service teacher in developing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to assess, plan, and implement successful behavior management programs and strategies in the classroom. The creation of a positive classroom atmosphere in which students will learn and make behavioral choices is stressed. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 4491 - Student Teaching in Special Education Students are placed with selected master teachers for an entire semester during which time they are teaching in the curriculum areas for which they are seeking certification. During the semester the apprentice teacher, under the supervision of the master teacher, assumes the responsibilities of professional teaching practice. 680 hours of field experience is required. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all courses in program with a 2.5 GPA or better. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Credit Hours: 15 Repeat Status: No Class Restrictions: Senior-Semester Fee Detail Code Description Student Teacher Fee Fee Amount 200 Fee Type FLAT Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 4950 - Selected Topics in Special Education This course examines problems in light of recent knowledge and research in special education. The focus is on specifically designated areas of special education. 30 hours of field experience is required. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99 Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 5001 - Policies and Procedures in Special Education This course is an introduction to the legislations, policies, and procedures in special education. The current trends and practices of special education in today’s schools are addressed. Also examined are the historical foundations of special education, multicultural issues, and perspectives toward special education services. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 5002 - Instructional Strategies for Teaching Students with Disabilities in General Education Settings This class describes methods for teaching students with special needs in the general education classroom setting. It includes characteristics of the most common disabilities as well as collaborative interactions with special education teachers. The course covers pre-referral and referral procedures; research-based instructional methodologies; materials, strategies, and techniques; and assistive technologies. Twenty-five (25) hours of field experience is required in a general classroom containing students with disabilities Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 1 Program Restrictions: 1MAT-Master of Arts in Teaching Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 5003 - Educational Assessment in Special Education An introductory course which includes basic assessment terminology, administration of frequently used diagnostic instruments, strengths and weaknesses of various assessment tools, and evaluation and instructional recommendations. A 25-hours field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPED4002 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 5004 - Collaboration and Consultation in Special Education This is an in-depth course on techniques for implementing best practices for effective collaboration, consultation, and co-teaching skills. This course will examine the barriers to effective collaboration and possible solutions when working with classroom teachers, paraprofessionals, administrators, volunteers, and parents. Furthermore, this course will examine co-teaching models and how they can be effectively implemented in the classroom. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 5005 - Educational Planning for Exceptional Students This course is designed to prepare special educators who are knowledgeable and competent in preparing Individualized Education Plans and lesson plans for individuals with disabilities. Learning environments and assessment data will be analyzed in order to develop high quality instructional plans that include specialized strategies based on collaboration among stakeholders and improving communication for individuals with disabilities. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required for the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Repeat Status: No Degree Restrictions: Master of Arts in Teaching Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 5006 - Language Development and Communication Disorders SPED 6011 Language Development and Communication Disorders (3-0-3)Students will study how language typically develops, theories related to etiology of language disorders, and the effects of language disorders on functioning for children with disabilities. Students will learn approaches for remediating language disabilities and will apply them in authentic settings. 30 hours of field experience is required. Prerequisite(s): admission to graduate program. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 5008 - Assessment and Instruction in Literacy for Students with Mild Disabilities This course addresses the fundamentals of literacy, including early literacy and essential components of readings. We also discuss evidence-based reading strategies, tiered intervention, data-based decision, and progress monitoring for students who have reading difficulties. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 5009 - Family and Community Engagement for Exceptional Children This course focuses on family and community engagement to meet the needs of exceptional children. Content will be from a variety of literatures in education with focuses on early literacy, family involvement, access to books and expanded learning, as well as mentoring partnerships. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Repeat Status: No Degree Restrictions: Master of Arts in Teaching Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 5013 - Student Teaching in Special Education An intensive practicum course designed for MAT candidates in Special Education. Candidates will be placed under the supervision of a mentor teacher if they are not currently teaching. A mentor teacher and university faculty member will work to support the candidate’s practicum. The candidate will gain first-hand experiences working with students in an inclusive public or private school class with an emphasis on planning, reflecting, and refining teaching practices. Candidates must submit an electronic portfolio for review. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of at least 30 semester hours of program requirements. The practicum requires 600 hours of field experience. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Prerequisites: (SPED5110 >= C and SPED5120 >= C) or (SPED6014 >= C and SPED6015 >= C) Credit Hours: 6 Lab Hours: 12 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Fee Detail Code Description Student Teacher Fee Fee Amount 200 Fee Type FLAT Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 5110 - Characteristics of Students with Mild Disabilities An introductory course in mild disabilities which covers definitions, historical development of the area of mild disabilities as a field of study, and major contributors; various theories and philosophies affecting the field; and current trends and issues. 30 hours of field experience is required. Prerequisite(s): admission to graduate program. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 5120 - Methods of Instruction for Students with Mild Disabilities This course is designed to prepare educators who are knowledgeable and competent in teaching students with mild disabilities in a variety of collaborative settings. This course encompasses research-based methodologies, learning strategies, the development of teacher-made materials, and the utilization of commercial materials. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 5130 - Classroom and Behavior Management This course is designed to assist the pre-service teacher in developing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to assess, plan, and implement successful behavior management programs and strategies in the classroom. The creation of a positive classroom atmosphere in which students will learn and make behavioral choices is stressed. A 25-hour field experience with P-12 students is required in the course. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 6007 - Literacy Fundamentals I (P-12) This course is designed to examine research on literacy instruction in P-12 settings. It is particularly focused on techniques that have proven to be effective with students experiencing problems in acquiring literacy skills. 30 hours of field experience is required. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 6014 - Characteristics of Students with Severe Disabilities An overview of the field of severe disabilities; includes historical, legal, philosophical, ethical, and programming issues; current trends and issues in the field. Students will have in-depth coverage of current issues in the field of severe disabilities (including autism spectrum disorders, traumatic brain injury, moderate to severe mental retardation, and orthopedic disabilities). Current perspectives in educational programming will be covered. 30 hours of field experience is required. Prerequisite(s): admission to graduate program. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 6015 - Methods and Materials for Students with Severe Disabilities Methods for teaching students with moderate to severe disabilities throughout the life span including hands-on experiences;emphasis on career education, transitions, and lesson plans emphasizing life skills. Emphasis is on self-evaluation and plans to improve instruction. 30 hours of field experience is required. Prerequisite(s): admission to graduate program and SPED 6014. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPED6014 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 6022 - Advanced Behavioral Analysis This course is designed to provide a forum for learning and applying principles of applied behavior analysis. Students will read current research related to positive behavior change using database searches and required readings. Students will demonstrate knowledge and skills by completing an authentic behavior change project that includes objective assessment, analysis of potential interventions identified in peer reviewed research, and data collection for baseline, intervention, and generalization. These intervention projects will address problems in areas of communication, social, and academic functioning of children with disabilities. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: SPED6003 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 6026 - Introduction to Theory and Practices for Teaching Students with Autism This course includes readings, lecture, discussion, and assignments designed to familiarize candidates with a wide variety of issues related to providing services for students with autism. The course provides experienced teachers an introduction to theory and practice working with individuals with autism. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 6027 - Transitions to Adulthood for Individuals with Disabilities A course for educators and administrators who work with students with disabilities which includes an overview of transition history and development in the field of special education, discussion of research and best practice in transition policy, interagency collaboration and community-based instruction, methods for improving transition outcomes for students with disabilities ranging from mild to severe, and current issues in transition policy and legislation in special education. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 6028 - Advanced Assessment in Special Education This course emphasizes elements such as: (a) the components of direct instruction, (b) systematic analysis of direct instruction techniques, (c) assessment of student response, (d) direct instruction methodologies, strategies, and techniques and troubleshooting, (e) formal & informal assessment, and (f) adapting instruction to improve outcomes. Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Educational Specialist program. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 6204 - Single-Subject Research for Special Populations Single subject research is an experimentally controlled method for evaluating effects of interventions on participant responding. Unlike group designed research, single subejct studies compare participant response within and across baseline and intervention conditions using repeated measures over time. The course emphasizes the evaluation of quality, published single subject research and the design of single subject studies. Candidates will document at least 30 hours of field experience in which they apply skills learned in SPED 6204. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 6205 - Capstone in Special Education This is the culminating graduate course in the M.Ed. Special Education program. In this course an electronic portfolio and graduate research project are produced. It incorporates a competency based research-to-practice project using data-based strategies and interventions in a special education applied setting. 30 hours of field experience is required. Grading is on the A, B, C, D, F, WF, etc. scale. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 6500 - Advanced Studies in Special Education This course is designed of the cross-categorical model of service delivery for students with emotional/behavioral disorders, mild intellectual disabilities, and learning disabilities. Emphasis is on the similarities and differences of the three categories in historical treatment, definition, characteristics, incidence, prevalence etiology, and implications for teaching. Current issues and trends in special education will be studied. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 6950 - Selected Topics in Special Education This course examines problems inn the light of recent knowledge and research in special education. The focus is on specifically designated areas of special education. 30 hours of field experience is required. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99 Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 7023 - Ethics and Issues in Special Education This course is designed to provide special educators with an intensive study of the CEC Code of Ethics and Standards for professional practice. Students will analyze the role of professional standards as they impact Special Educators throughout their careers. Students will examine current issues in the field and will gain in depth knowledge through coursework and an applied research project. Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Educational Specialist program. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 7024 - Technical and Professional Writing SPED 7024 is an advanced course in grant and technical writing for future education specialists which includes: (a) analysis of the components of educational grants, (b) systematic instruction and practice in grant writing, (c) analysis and examples of successful grants, (d) grant writing methodologies, strategies, and techniques, (e) in-depth analysis and practice in the research process, (f) detailed instruction in APA-format and dissemination of research results, and (g) completion of a grantwriting project. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 7025 - Independent Research This course is designed as part of the exit requirements in the Educational Specialist in Special Education program. In this course a graduate research project will be produced. It incorporates a competency-based research-to-practice project using data-based strategies and interventions in a special applied setting. 20 hours of field experience is required. Must be completed in the student’s final semester. Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Educational Specialist program. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 7501 - Internship in Interrelated Special Education This practicum is for the master teacher to demonstrate competence in the inter-related special education classroom. This practicum will represent a synthesis of knowledge being put into practice at the Specialist’s level. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3 Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99 Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 7502 - Advanced Assessment/Instructional Development This course is designed for the in-service teacher who is at the post‑masters’ level; a school/community project involving a model of teaching, in‑service training sessions, or innovative practice in the field of special education will be designed, implemented, and evaluated by the student under the supervision of the major professor. The course emphasizes state of the art methods for assessing/teaching students in interrelated classrooms. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	SPED 7950 - Special Topics in Special Education A course for educators in special or general education which will cover: the history and development of special education as a civil rights initiative; current legislation, policies, procedures, and regulations governing special education practice; an examination of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA); current issues and controversies regarding inclusion and collaborative teaching; and accountability and assessment for students with disabilities. Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Educational Specialist program Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Statistics
	STAT 4020 - Statistics and Research Methodology Prerequisite: College Algebra. This course provides an introduction to research methodology and principles including basic methods of statistical analysis. Topics include descriptive and inferential statistics, basic probability, nonparametrics, statistical process control, epidemiology, and research designs. Students will create data summaries and perform statistical analyses using a statistical software package. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: MATH1111 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1 Repeat Status: No College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci , Dental College of Georgia, The Graduate School, Medical College of Georgia, College of Nursing Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	STAT 6300 - Introduction to Epidemiology and Biostatistics This course serves as an introduction to epidemiology and biostatistics. The epidemiology portion of this course is intended to introduce students to epidemiology and its application to public health research and practice. It provides a conceptual foundation for further study of epidemiology; especially study design, quantitative concepts and methods, analysis, and interpretation. The biostatistics portion of this course offers an introduction to the basic statistical techniques used to analyze and interpret data in the biomedical, health sciences and related fields. Emphasis is on applications of these methods, with probability, discrete and continuous distribution, inferential statistics (estimation and hypothesis testing) for numeric and categorical data, non-parametric methods, analysis of variance, regression, and correlation topics covered. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	STAT 7010 - Biostatistics I This course offers an introduction to the basic statistical techniques used to analyze and interpret data in the health sciences and related fields. Emphasis is on application of these methods, with the following topics covered: graphical methods, probability, discrete and continuous distribution, inferential statistics (estimation and hypothesis testing) for numeric and categorical data, non-parametric methods, analysis of variance, regression, correlation and critical reading of the research literature. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Other Contact Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No College Restrictions: The Graduate School Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy, Master of Public Health, Master of Science Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	STAT 7020 - Biostatistics II This course is the second course in a two-course sequence in Biostatistics that offers an introduction to some of the more advanced statistical techniques used to analyze and interpret data in the health sciences and related fields. Emphasis is on applications of these methods. Topics include factorial ANOVA, multiple linear regression and correlation, ANCOVA, logistic regression, longitudinal data analysis, survival analysis, clinical trials, experimental design, epidemiology, diagnostic tests, and critical reading of the research. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: STAT7010 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Other Contact Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No College Restrictions: The Graduate School Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy, Master of Science Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	STAT 7060 - 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 the course, students should be able to understand, interpret, and critique the results of application of statistical techniques as found in the health sciences literature. This course is comprised of eight WebCT modules with voice-overs and remote administration/testing capabilities. Prerequisites: College algebra and permission of the instructor. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	STAT 7070 - Biomedical Statistics This course offers an introduction to the majority of statistical techniques used to analyze and interpret data in the biomedical-sciences and related fields. Emphasis is on applications of these methods, with the following topics covered: graphical methods, probability, discrete and continuous distributions, inferential statistics (estimation and hypothesis testing) for numeric and categorical data, non-parametric methods, analysis of variance, regression, and correlation. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No College Restrictions: The Graduate School Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	STAT 8110 - Introduction to Biostatistics Prerequisites: Calculus This course offers an introduction to the basic statistical techniques used to analyze and interpret data in the health sciences and related fields. Emphasis is on applications of these methods, with graphical statistics (estimation and hypothesis testing for the one and two-sample case) for numeric categorical data, non-parametric methods, analysis of variance, regression, and correlation. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Other Contact Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No College Restrictions: The Graduate School Program Restrictions: DPHIL_BIOS-Biostatistics, MS_BIOS-Biostatistics Campus Restrictions: Main campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	STAT 8130 - Introduction to Epidemiology This course serves as an introduction to epidemiology. Topics include basic concepts, types of studies, description and analysis of epidemiologic data, and epidemiology in disease control. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Other Contact Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No College Restrictions: The Graduate School Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	STAT 8240 - Introduction to Clinical Trials This introductory course will address basic and advanced statistical techniques used in clinical trials. Material presented will include the principles underlying the planning, management and implementation of clinical trials, the application of basic statistical methods used in the analysis of data from clinical trials, and the interpretation of results. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: STAT8110 >= C or STAT7010 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	STAT 8260 - Design Analysis and Observational Studies Advantages and disadvantages of prospective and retrospective study designs; design and analysis issues in both cohort and case-control studies, including proper selection of study subjects, data quality, sources and types of bias, controlling for confounding, maximizing participation and minimizing loss to follow-up in prospective studies, power and sample size; statistical methods including categorical data analysis, logistic regression, Cox regression; use of statistical packages such as SAS and StatXact for analysis. Review and discussion of current representative studies. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: STAT7010 >= C or STAT8110 >= C and STAT8130 >= C Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	STAT 8350 - Epidemic Modeling This course serves as an introduction to types of epidemiological studies and covers modeling of various types of epidemics. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: STAT8130 and STAT8640 Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	STAT 8360 - Systematic Reviews This course covers systematic reviews of the literature for controlled clinical trials and observational studies. Statistical methods and computer software is reviewed and how to use systematic reviews in practice is detailed. Topics to be covered are introduction to systematic reviews and meta analysis, systematic reviews of controlled clinical trials, investigating variability between studies, systematic reviews of observational studies, statistical methods and computer software, using systematic reviews in practice, the Cochrane collaboration, and other evidence-based medicine topics. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: STAT8240 Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	STAT 8370 - Intermediate Epidemiology Illustrates concepts, methods, and strategies used in epidemiology studies, beyond the principles discussed in Basic Epidemiology Courses. Topics include basic study designs, analysis of birth cohorts, measures of disease frequency and association, bias, confounding, effect modification and interaction, stratification and adjustment, quality control, and reporting of epidemiologic results. In the laboratory exercises, students work in small groups, further considering and discussing the topics and concepts covered in lectures. Prerequisites: STAT8110, STAT8130, and Permission of Instructor. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: STAT8110 and STAT8130 Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No College Restrictions: The Graduate School Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	STAT 8390 - Seminar in Clinical and Translational Science This course consists of clinical and translational research seminars by faculty members and visiting researchers. Students will have an opportunity to talk to each speaker informally and to serve as hosts to visiting scientists. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory Credit Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99 Program Restrictions: CERCTS_CTS-Clinical and Translational Sci, CERM_CTS-Clinical and Translational Sci, MCTS_CTS-Clinical and Translational Sci Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	STAT 8400 - Mentored Research in Clinical and Translational Science The student works closely with his/her faculty mentors and Advisory Committee on an in-depth study of a research question of interest to both student and mentors. The course may be repeated as necessary until the student completes the research. Prerequisite: Permission of Clinical and Translational Science Program and Admission in the Clinical and Translational Science Program. Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, Audit Credit Hours: 1 TO 12 Repeat Status: Yes Repeat Limit: 99 College Restrictions: The Graduate School Program Restrictions: CERCTS_CTS-Clinical and Translational Sci, CERM_CTS-Clinical and Translational Sci, MCTS_CTS-Clinical and Translational Sci Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	STAT 8510 - Programming for Data Analysis This course provides a hands-on exposure to programming, data management and report generation with one of the most popular statistical software packages. Prerequisite: College algebra Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Program Restrictions: DPHIL_BIOS-Biostatistics, MS_BIOS-Biostatistics Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	STAT 8520 - Statistical Theory I Fundamentals of random variables and probability theory; discrete and continuous distributions; exponential families; joint, marginal, and conditional distributions; functions of random variables; transformation and change of variables; order statistics; convergence concepts; central limit theorem; sampling distributions. Prerequisites: Multivariable Calculus and Matrix Algebra. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Program Restrictions: DPHIL_BIOS-Biostatistics, MS_BIOS-Biostatistics Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	STAT 8533 - Medical Genetics and Genetic Epidemiology Advanced statistical analyses specific for medical and health data and designs involving humans. Topics included are linkage analyses, association studies, linkage disequilibrium mapping, segregation analyses, and gene and environment interaction. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: (STAT8432 >= C) Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Other Contact Hours: 0 Repeat Status: No College Restrictions: The Graduate School Campus Restrictions: Main campus Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Class Restrictions: Graduate-Semester Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy, Master of Science Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	STAT 8550 - High Throughput Data Analysis This course will cover quality assessment and normalization of arrays; Summarization of various array-based assays: CGH, ChIP and methylation; Issues for high-throughput sequencing data; Tests of significance and multiple comparisons; Multivariate analysis of pathways and GO functional groups. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: STAT8520 Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	STAT 8620 - Statistical Theory II Point and interval estimation; hypothesis and significance testing maximum likelihood and moment estimators; Bayes estimators; unbiased estimators; sufficiency and completeness; Fisher information; uniformly most powerful tests; likelihood ratio tests; asymptotic inference; introduction to Bayesian inference. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: STAT8520 Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	STAT 8630 - Applied Linear Models This course will cover simple linear regresssion with extension to multiple linear regression models including model selection, validation, diagnostics and remedial measures. Additionally, one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA), multiple treatment comparisons, factorial ANOVA, randomized complete-block designs, analysis of covariance (ANCOVA), ANOVA with unbalanced data, fixed-/random-/mixed-effect models, repeated-measures designs, and nested designs. SAS will be used for applying these methods to biomedical data. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: STAT8110 and STAT8510 and STAT8520 Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	STAT 8640 - Generalized Linear Models I Fitting of generalized linear models, diagnostics, contingency tables, categorical data analysis, measures of agreement, asymptotic theory, overdispersion, quasi-likelihood, multicategorical responses, estimating equations, generalized linear mixed models. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: STAT8620 and STAT8630 Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	STAT 8650 - Introduction to Stochastic Processes Finite probability models, Markov chains, martingales, random walk, Possion processes, model elements of renewal and reliability theory, Brownian motion, stochastic differential equations. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Prerequisites: STAT8520 Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Repeat Status: No Click here for the Schedule of Classes.

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SPAN 2001 - Intermediate Spanish I

SPAN 2002 - Intermediate Spanish II

SPAN 2950 - Studies in Hispanophone Culture

SPAN 3100 - Conversational Spanish

SPAN 3211 - Spanish American Culture I

SPAN 3212 - Spanish American Culture II

SPAN 3220 - Spanish Culture

SPAN 3300 - Spanish Composition

SPAN 3510 - Introduction to Literature

SPAN 3520 - Drama in Spanish

SPAN 3610 - Business Spanish

SPAN 3620 - Medical Spanish

SPAN 4100 - Advanced Conversational Spanish

SPAN 4300 - Advanced Composition

SPAN 4400 - Introduction to Hispanic Linguistics

SPAN 4410 - The Sound System of Spanish

SPAN 4420 - Applied Linguistics

SPAN 4530 - Spanish Literature and International Studies

SPAN 4540 - Hispanic Nobel Laureates

SPAN 4550 - Hispanic American Poetry

SPAN 4560 - Hispanic American Literature

SPAN 4570 - Short Story

SPAN 4600 - Introduction to Spanish/English Translation

SPAN 4710 - Spanish Film

SPAN 4720 - Hispanic American Film

SPAN 4801 - Methods and Materials for Teaching Foreign Language I

SPAN 4802 - Methods and Materials for Teaching Foreign Language II

SPAN 4950 - Selected Topics

SPAN 4960 - Undergraduate Internship

SPAN 6801 - Methods and Materials for Teaching Foreign Languages I

SPAN 6802 - Methods and Materials for Teaching Foreign Languages II

SPAN 6950 - Selected Topics

SPDS 5001 - Special Dental Studies

SPED 3001 - Policies and Procedures in Special Education

SPED 3003 - Educational Assessment in Special Education

SPED 3005 - Educational Planning for Exceptional Students

SPED 3006 - Language Development and Communication Disorders

SPED 3110 - Characteristics of Students with Mild Disabilities

SPED 4002 - Teaching Students with Disabilities in the Inclusive Classroom

SPED 4004 - Collaboration and Consultation in Special Education

SPED 4005 - Family Literacy

SPED 4007 - Literacy Fundamentals

SPED 4008 - Assessment and Instruction in Literacy for Students with Mild Disabilities

SPED 4009 - Family and Community Engagement for Exceptional Children

SPED 4120 - Methods of Instruction for Students with Mild Disabilities

SPED 4130 - Classroom and Behavior Management

SPED 4491 - Student Teaching in Special Education

SPED 4950 - Selected Topics in Special Education

SPED 5001 - Policies and Procedures in Special Education

SPED 5002 - Instructional Strategies for Teaching Students with Disabilities in General Education Settings

SPED 5003 - Educational Assessment in Special Education

SPED 5004 - Collaboration and Consultation in Special Education

SPED 5005 - Educational Planning for Exceptional Students

SPED 5006 - Language Development and Communication Disorders

SPED 5008 - Assessment and Instruction in Literacy for Students with Mild Disabilities

SPED 5009 - Family and Community Engagement for Exceptional Children

SPED 5013 - Student Teaching in Special Education

SPED 5110 - Characteristics of Students with Mild Disabilities

SPED 5120 - Methods of Instruction for Students with Mild Disabilities

SPED 5130 - Classroom and Behavior Management

SPED 6007 - Literacy Fundamentals I (P-12)

SPED 6014 - Characteristics of Students with Severe Disabilities

SPED 6015 - Methods and Materials for Students with Severe Disabilities

SPED 6022 - Advanced Behavioral Analysis

SPED 6026 - Introduction to Theory and Practices for Teaching Students with Autism

SPED 6027 - Transitions to Adulthood for Individuals with Disabilities

SPED 6028 - Advanced Assessment in Special Education

SPED 6204 - Single-Subject Research for Special Populations

SPED 6205 - Capstone in Special Education

SPED 6500 - Advanced Studies in Special Education

SPED 6950 - Selected Topics in Special Education

SPED 7023 - Ethics and Issues in Special Education

SPED 7024 - Technical and Professional Writing

SPED 7025 - Independent Research

SPED 7501 - Internship in Interrelated Special Education

SPED 7502 - Advanced Assessment/Instructional Development

SPED 7950 - Special Topics in Special Education

STAT 4020 - Statistics and Research Methodology

STAT 6300 - Introduction to Epidemiology and Biostatistics