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BL 322 - Biopolitics: Bodies on the Border
In this course students learn different concepts and theories of biopolitics including theorists such as Michel Foucault and Giorgio Agamben. Students apply biopolitical theory to understand the complexity of modern institutions such as education, social health, legal systems and war, with special focus on border policies and immigration laws.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Notes:
No Spanish language skills required.
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BL 325 - Special Topics: Borderlands
Mexico-U.S. border regions are not static, and the collective experiences of individuals living or crossing the border are extremely diverse. This class analyzes these experiences through narratives such as short stories, novels, movies, music, and social media. We explore how these borders were established after the Mexican American War, and how they have evolved to our contemporary understanding.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Repeatable: This course is repeatable up to a maximum of 12 credits provided the topics are different.
Notes:
Spanish language skills needed.
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BL 351 - Internship in Borders & Languages
Students gain direct experience engaging with language and culture in a community setting. The emphasis is on gaining experiential knowledge through active participation.
Credits: 1-12
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.
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BL 376 - Lenguaje y Fronteras
This course, conducted in Spanish, focuses on communication as a social practice. Students study language and communication as constrained by multiple factors relating to the identities of the speaker and the addressee - their gender, social class, ethnicity, power relationships, cultural background, former interaction experiences, and their personal expectations and goals.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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BL 381 - Gender in Children’s and YA Latinx Literature
This course introduces students to the historical and social construction of gender and gender roles in Latinx children and Young Adult books. Students learn and analyze how Latinx authors represent the experience of Latinx children and young adults in the United States, and how gender has been perceived and constructed in this genre since the Chicano Movement to contemporary times.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Cross Listed: BL 381 is the same course as GSS 381 ; credit will be given for only one of these courses.
Notes:
No Spanish language skills required.
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BL 395 - Ensenanza y Fronteras
Teaching in a border situation requires not only the knowledge of language and linguistic systems, but a great degree of flexibility, adaptability, and empathy to interact with a diverse classroom. This course explores how we can stretch the boundaries of our comfort zones as global citizens and teachers and face behaviors that might challenge our own cultural assumptions.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Junior standing
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BL 401 - Fronteras: Advanced Spanish
This is a course for advanced Spanish speakers to gain more proficiency and fluency in the language. Reading, writing, speaking, comprehending Spanish will be emphasized.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Notes:
Spanish language skills required.
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BL 434 - Trauma, Borders, and Monsters
Students will explore the relation between immigration, fear and monsters analyzing social, political, economic, and multicultural aspects of immigration in United States and Europe, as well as film and literature in English and Spanish depicting monsters and dictatorships. Students will develop communication skills in English and Spanish to be familiar with media produced in the Spanish language.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Notes:
Spanish language skills required.
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BL 495 - Imaginacion y Sociedad
This course is for advanced Spanish speakers and serves as a capstone seminar for the major. It allows students to explore how borders can be re-shaped and re-imagined in the service of social justice.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Notes:
Spanish language skills required.
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CE 122 - C++ Programming I
This course introduces computer programming using the C++ programming language. Topics include variable types, operators, control flow, functions, program structure, input and output, arrays, classes, and object-oriented programming.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: MATH 121 (minimum grade of C-) OR higher math course (minimum grade of C-) OR Computed CALC Placement Score 221 [Details: Higher math course list: MATH 221 , MATH 222 , MATH 223 , MATH 327 ]
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CE 222 - Programming with C++ II
This course builds a repertoire of programming idioms, design patterns and knowledge of advanced C++ standard library components. By contrasting patterns and working through extensive real-world case studies, it takes apart complex systems, showing the fundamental decisions that drive them and how they are implemented and maintained by programmers over time. Advanced topics include in-depth coverage of the C++ standard library (STL) and advanced design features such as programming to abstractions/interfaces.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CE 122 (minimum grade of C-)
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CE 223 - Data Structures and Algorithms
The objective of this course is to achieve an understanding of fundamental data structures and algorithms with a focus on the theoretical analysis, implementation, and application of computer coding. The course is designed around the concepts of how to design, write, and analyze the performance of computer programs that handle structured data and perform more complex tasks.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CE 222 (minimum grade of C-) AND CE 232 (minimum grade of C-) AND ENGR 104 (minimum grade of C-) AND MATH 221 (minimum grade of C-)
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CE 232 - Programming with Python
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the Python programming language, including data types & built-in data structures, selection statements, loops, functions, objects and classes, GUI development, lists, file and exception handling, iPython, Python Toolkits, and Python Shell Scripts.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CE 122 (minimum grade of C-)
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CE 315 - Computer Engineering Design and Practice
Students will study the computer engineering design process and complete one or more design projects. The project topics will focus on embedded system hardware and firmware design for specific applications. The course is intended to show how engineers integrate technical knowledge with design concepts, teamwork, economics, project management, and oral and written communications. Ethics and professionalism in engineering will also be explored.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CE 122 (minimum grade of C-) AND CE 232 (minimum grade of C-)
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CE 331 - Computer Security
An introduction to the fundamentals of computer security and applied cryptography that examines how system designs, network protocols, and software engineering practices can result in vulnerabilities. Topics include software vulnerability analysis, defense, and exploitation, reverse engineering, networking and wireless security, and applied cryptography.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CE 222 (minimum grade of C-)
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CE 341 - Fundamentals of Logic
This course introduces the logic and building blocks of digital systems. Topics include combinational logic (logic gates, minimization techniques, and arithmetic circuits), modern logic devices (field programmable logic gates, sequential circuits, flip-flops, and synthesis of sequential circuits) and case studies, including counters, registers, and random-access memories. Different representations include truth table, logic gate, timing diagram, and state diagrams.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ENGR 201 (minimum grade of C-)
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CE 351 - Microcontrollers
A study of the typical architecture and internal units of microcontrollers and their application to analog and digital embedded systems and FPGAs. Topics will include: Low-level programming in C, instruction and register sets and input/output for a given microcontroller family, interfacing of analog and digital signals and devices, serial communications, interrupts and service routines, process priority, and timing analysis.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CE 122 (minimum grade of C-) AND ENGR 201 (minimum grade of C-) AND ENGR 337 (minimum grade of C-)
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CE 401 - Computer Architecture
The course is structured around the three primary building blocks of general-purpose computing systems: processors, memories, and networks. Topics include instruction set architecture; single-cycle processors; hardwired vs. micro-coded FSM processors; pipelined processors; direct-mapped vs. associative caches; pipelined caches; network topology, routing, and flow control; and integrating processors, memories, and networks..
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CE 222 (minimum grade of C-) AND CE 341 (minimum grade of C-) AND ENGR 202 (minimum grade of C-)
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CE 432 - Robotics II
This course focuses on advances concepts and understanding in robotics. “Advanced Robotics” will teach the key concepts used by manipulating robots and provide hands-on experience with state-of-the-art software and systems. Lecture materials are supported by exercises around the “Robot Operating System” ROS and will lead to the completion of a group project.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ENGR 336 (minimum grade of C-) AND ENGR 431 (minimum grade of C-) AND MATH 223 (minimum grade of C-) AND MATH 311 (minimum grade of C-)
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CE 433 - Embedded Devices
This is a hands-on, learn-by-doing course that trains students to build solutions to real-world problems using embedded systems. The course uses a bottom-up approach to problem-solving, building gradually from simple interfacing of switches and LEDs to complex concepts like display drivers, digital to analog conversion, analog to digital conversion, graphics, interrupts (real-time systems), and communication. Both general principles and practical tips for building circuits and programming microcontrollers with C will be presented. Students will develop debugging skills using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and software instrumentation.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: CE 222 (minimum grade of C-) AND CE 341 (minimum grade of C-) AND ENGR 202 (minimum grade of C-)
Notes:
This course has a course specific fee.
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CHEM 123 - Chemistry for Consumers
Topics of interest to the consumer, with focus on making personal choices of everyday chemicals. Topics may include food additives and nutrition, cosmetics, drugs, pesticides, fertilizers, soaps, detergents, fabrics and plastics. The course presents basic principles leading to a practical understanding. This is a “humane” chemistry course for people afraid of science and mathematics.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
gtPathways: SC2
Notes:
This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
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CHEM 125 - Environmental Chemistry
Chemical terminology and models will be developed and applied to understanding the impacts of Homo sapiens on the natural world. Topics include natural ecosystems, anthropogenic influences on those ecosystems and application of fundamental chemical principles to our understanding of environmental issues. This is a chemistry course for people concerned about environmental issues but who are not science majors.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
gtPathways: SC2
Notes:
This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
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CHEM 150 - Fundamentals of Chemistry I: Atoms/Molecules
A study of fundamental principles guiding current thought on atoms and molecules and their relation to the micro- and macro-scale world in which we live. This includes traditional uses of mass, energy, and intermolecular forces to model current understanding of diverse topics, including materials and environmental concerns. The laboratory emphasizes the properties of materials and chemicals in the environment.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
gtPathways: SC1
Prerequisites: ((MATH 101 (minimum grade of C-) AND MATH 112 (minimum grade of C-)) OR (concurrent enrollment in MATH 101 AND MATH 112 ) OR MATH 113 (minimum grade of C-) OR concurrent enrollment in MATH 113 OR higher calculus sequence math course (minimum grade of C-) OR Computed CALC Placement Score 121 OR Computed CALC Placement Score 221) [Details: Higher calculus sequence math course list: MATH 121 , MATH 221 , MATH 222 ]
Notes:
All specified math prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of C- or better.
MATH 101 and MATH 112 may be taken concurrently with CHEM 150.
MATH 113 may be taken concurrently with CHEM 150.
There is a course specific fee for this course.
This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
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CHEM 151 - Fundamentals of Chemistry II: Chemical Reaction
This course explores fundamental kinetic and thermodynamic principles guiding acid-base, precipitation and oxidation-reduction chemistry in aqueous systems. These guiding principles will be applied to living systems, geological processes and environmental issues -air and water quality, climate and energy use, and nuclear hazards. The laboratory includes learning techniques in chemical analysis and applications of reaction principles.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
gtPathways: SC1
Prerequisites: (CHEM 150 (minimum grade of C-) AND ((MATH 101 (minimum grade of C-) AND MATH 112 (minimum grade of C-)) OR MATH 113 (minimum grade of C-) OR higher calculus sequence math course (minimum grade of C-) OR Computed CALC Placement Score 121 OR Computed CALC Placement Score 221) [Details: Higher calculus sequence math course list: MATH 121 , MATH 221 , MATH 222 ]
Notes:
All specified math prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of C- or better.
There is a course specific fee for this course.
This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
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CHEM 250 - Organic Chemistry I: Organic Compounds
Fundamentals of bonding, structure and nomenclature of carbon compounds. Principles of stereochemistry and reaction mechanisms are introduced and illustrated with alkanes, alkenes, alcohols and alkyl halides. Acid-base, nucleophilic substitution, electrophilic addition, and elimination reactions are discussed. The laboratory addresses techniques of synthesis, separation and analysis of organic compounds.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 150 (minimum grade of C-) AND CHEM 151 (minimum grade of C-)
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 251 - Organic Chemistry II: Biological Chemistry
Fundamentals of structure and reactivity of alcohols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, acids, amines, aromatic compounds and acid derivatives. Introduction to the chemistry of biological compounds including sugars, lipids, proteins and coenzyme catalysts. The laboratory emphasizes FT-IR and FT-NMR analysis of organic compounds, multi-step synthesis and identification of unknown compounds by chemical and spectroscopic methods.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 250 (minimum grade of C-)
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 299 - Individual Study
Individual research is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Topic and format must be approved by the Department Chairperson and Dean.
Credits: 1-6
Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.
Notes:
No more than eight credits in any combination of departmental 299/499 courses may apply toward a degree.
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CHEM 305 - Natural Products From Plants
A comprehensive study of the biologically active constituents of plants of the Southwest and elsewhere. Medicinal compounds, poisons, and allelochemicals are emphasized. Chemical structures, physiological activity, plant sources and biosynthetic pathways are discussed. Lab work includes field gathering, isolation and identification of compounds.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-4)
Prerequisites: CHEM 250 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 311 - General Biochemistry I
This course covers the basic principles of biochemistry. Emphasis is on the structure and function of common building block molecules, proteins, nucleic acids, polysaccharides and membranes, and the regulation and metabolic processes occurring within living organisms.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CHEM 251 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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CHEM 313 - General Biochemistry II
The basic principles of biochemistry. Emphasis is on nucleic acid chemistry, carbohydrates and immune response.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CHEM 311 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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CHEM 333 - Advanced Environmental Chemistry
Chemical terminology and models will be developed and applied to gaining a better understanding of the impacts of Homo Sapiens on the natural world. The course explores sources, reactions, transport and fates of anthropogenic pollutants in air, water and soil and the toxicology of organic and inorganic species. Topics include toxicology, atmospheric chemistry, air pollution, water chemistry, energy and climate.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CHEM 151 (minimum grade of C-) and CHEM 365 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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CHEM 356 - Physical Chemistry: Quantum Mechanics
Fundamentals of quantum mechanics, electronic structure of atoms and molecules, molecular symmetry, molecular and reaction dynamics and the interaction of matter with light. The laboratory will include design of experiments to measure physical properties and the analysis of data. These general techniques are applied in studies of kinetics, spectroscopy, and molecular structure.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 151 (minimum grade of C-) AND MATH 222 (minimum grade of C-) AND PHYS 201 (minimum grade of C-) OR PHYS 217 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 357 - Physical Chemistry: Thermodynamics
The course explores why chemical reactions occur, the nature of chemical equilibrium, the factors determining the speed of reactions and the role of temperature in reactions and equilibria. The laboratory will include design of experiments to measure physical properties and the analysis of data. These general techniques are applied in studies of thermochemistry and electrochemistry.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 151 (minimum grade of C-) AND MATH 221 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 363 - Inorganic Chemistry I
This course builds a descriptive and theoretical framework for understanding inorganic systems. Advanced atomic structure and bonding theories will be applied to understanding the properties and reactions of inorganic compounds. Nomenclature, electron counting, and isomerism of coordination compounds will be introduced, and special topics such as solid state chemistry will be addressed.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CHEM 251 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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CHEM 365 - Analytical Chemistry
Introduction to quantitative analytical chemistry. A rigorous development of the theory of chemical equilibria is presented to guide the development of laboratory skills, the rational design of experimental methodologies, and the use of instruments. Major topics include chemical and chromatographic separations, spectroscopic analysis and electrochemical methods.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 151 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 381 - Introduction to Chemistry Research Lab
This is a laboratory involving a project of advanced nature. All aspects of the project will be discussed, including choosing an appropriate project, performing a literature search, defining a project, setting goals, planning experiments and reporting results. Each member of the class will work on their own project once it has been selected in consultation with the instructor.
Credits: 1-3
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 15 credits.
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 411 - Advanced Biochemistry Lab
In this advanced biochemistry course, students will enhance their understanding of biochemistry experiments and techniques. Students will extend their understanding of the techniques they are using by examining relevant primary literature. Students will work in groups to research and communicate questions about protein and nucleic acid structure and function and other modern experimental biochemistry.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)
Prerequisites: CHEM 311 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 431 - Advanced Organic Chemistry
Advanced studies of organic reactions and reaction mechanisms. Strategies of stereoselective synthesis of complex organic molecules will be studied.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CHEM 251 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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CHEM 454 - Advanced Topics in Chemistry
Examples of offerings include FT NMR techniques, bio-organic and bio-inorganic chemistry and advanced topics in analytical, physical and organometallic chemistry.
Credits: 1-4
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Permissions Required: Instructor
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CHEM 460 - Synthesis and Spectroscopy
This is a laboratory course in advanced synthesis techniques, with emphasis on the synthesis of organic and organometallic compounds. Students employ advanced methods of purification and structure elucidation, and spectroscopic methods that emphasize FT-NMR techniques. Students also familiarize themselves with the primary literature on synthesis. Students design research projects, allowing them to engage in a directed exploration of synthesis techniques and the identification of reaction products.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)
Prerequisites: CHEM 250 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 464 - Inorganic Chemistry II
This course covers advanced inorganic chemistry concepts, including modern bonding theories and coordination chemistry of transition metals. Special topics, including catalysis, organometallic, and bioinorganic chemistry will be addressed and reinforced using current, peer-reviewed journal articles. The laboratory focuses on advanced synthetic techniques employed by inorganic chemists, including solid waste, metal coordination, and air-sensitive organometallic reactions.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 363 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 465 - Instrumental Analytical Chemistry
Advanced instruction in state-of-the-art instrumental analysis, including separations methods, spectroscopic analysis and electrochemical methods of detection. Emphasis is placed upon analytical decision making, instrumental design and analysis of “real world” samples. Technical report writing is emphasized. Aspects of environmental analysis, pharmaceutical analysis and bioanalytical chemistry are also included.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 356 (minimum grade of C-) AND CHEM 365 (minimum grade of C-) AND one CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 496 - Senior Seminar I
The first semester of a year-long capstone research experience. Students will prepare a research proposal, execute this proposed research in the laboratory, and prepare a written report summarizing their data.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)
Prerequisites: CHEM 251 (minimum grade of C-) AND one CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 497 - Senior Seminar II
Continuation of CHEM 496 with emphasis upon presentation of senior thesis to the chemistry community.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CHEM 496 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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CHEM 499 - Independent Study
Individual research is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Topic and format must be approved by the Department Chairperson and Dean.
Credits: 1-6
Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.
Notes:
No more than eight credits in any combination of departmental 299/499 courses may apply toward a degree.
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CIS 302 - Network Infrastructure
This course covers the fundamentals of computer networking. Topics include how to install, configure, operate, and optimize wired and wireless networks, WAN or LAN protocols, and modern hardware infrastructure.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: BA 223 (minimum grade of C-)
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CIS 304 - Systems Analysis and Design
This course addresses the multi-phased process for developing information systems. Students learn modern methods, techniques, and tools used in requirements elicitation and the creation of design schemas. Effective systems analysis is a key component in the creation of a successful information system. Students learn the processes of eliciting and documenting system requirements and the conversion of requirements into effective technical design schemas.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: BA 223 (minimum grade of C-)
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CIS 352 - IT Security
This course covers computer system security including operating system security, network security, software development security and web security. Specific topics include security administration, network attack vectors, perimeter defense, intrusion detection, business continuity and recovery.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CIS 302 (minimum grade of C-)
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CIS 402 - Database Management
This course covers the design, development and implementation of modern database systems. Effective data management is a key component of computer-based information systems and students learn how to design, build and manage modern databases.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CIS 304 (minimum grade of C-)
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COMP 100 - Rhetoric and Research Studio
This supplemental academic instruction course is for students who require extra time to achieve COMP 150 learning outcomes. COMP 100 activities are explicitly aligned with those of COMP 150 and include continued discussions of readings, small group work, practice and research. COMP 100 creates additional time for written assignments and one-on-one conferencing with the instructor.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-0)
Prerequisites: FLC Writing Placement Score C100
Permissions Required: Instructor
Notes:
Corequisite: COMP 100 and COMP 150 must be taken together.
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COMP 150 - Rhetoric and Research
This course introduces students to the discipline of Writing Studies. Students develop a foundation of academic writing as transformative and transferrable through an anthology of readings and emphasis on threshold concepts such as: writing is linked to prior literacy experiences; writing is a social and rhetorical activity; good writing depends on the situation; and all writers have more to learn.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
gtPathways: CO1
Prerequisites: FLC Writing Placement Score C150 OR TRS 91 (minimum grade of C-) or concurrent enrollment in COMP 100 .
Notes:
This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
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COMP 250 - Academic Inquiry and Writing
COMP 250 builds on introductory rhetorical and genre theories. It focuses on analysis of specific genres and their conventions through critical thinking and writing in academic contexts. Students address specific audiences based on genres; determine appropriate exigencies; evaluate sources of evidence; deepen their understanding of writing as an activity within genre; and create and present an extended research project.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
gtPathways: CO2
Prerequisites: FLC Writing Placement Score C250 OR COMP 150 (minimum grade of C-)
Notes:
This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
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COMP 252 - Professional and Technical Writing
COMP 252 builds on introductory rhetorical and genre theories. It focuses on analysis of specific genres and their conventions through critical thinking and writing in technical and professional contexts. Students address specific audiences based on genres; determine appropriate exigencies; evaluate sources of evidence; deepen their understanding of writing as an activity within genre; create and present an extended research project.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
gtPathways: CO2
Prerequisites: FLC Writing Placement Score C250 OR COMP 150 (minimum grade of C-)
Notes:
This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
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COMP 253 - Action Research
COMP 253 builds on introductory rhetorical and genre theories. It focuses on analysis of specific genres and their conventions through critical thinking and writing in community-based research contexts. Students address specific audiences based on genres; determine appropriate exigencies; evaluate sources of evidence; deepen their understanding of writing as an activity within genre; and create and present an extended research project.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
gtPathways: CO2
Prerequisites: FLC Writing Placement Score C250 OR COMP 150 (minimum grade of C-)
Notes:
This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
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COMP 350 - Rhetoric of Knowledge
This advanced course develops mastery of writing and research in students’ field of study. Students deepen their professional skills, scholarship and/or grant writing skills, as well as an understanding of the methodologies and ideologies of their disciplines. Students progress to a proposal for a senior seminar project or research paper in their field.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
gtPathways: CO3
Prerequisites: One CO2 course (minimum grade of C-) [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore standing
Notes:
This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
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CRIM 361 - Deviance
An examination of the traditional definitions of deviance followed by contemporary critiques which emphasize labeling theory and the more sociological approaches to understanding human conduct.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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CRIM 363 - Crime and Youth
This course examines youth in relation to the U.S. juvenile justice system, with attention to policies that push specific youth out of school to be targets for incarceration. The school to prison pipeline, stigmatization and criminalization of youth, and youth justice and empowerment programs and policies will be central themes of this course.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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CRIM 364 - Crime and Punishment
This course will provide a historical overview of punitive justice and the U.S. criminal justice system from a critical criminology perspective. Students will be introduced to perspectives on crime grounded in various theoretical perspectives and using specific case examples.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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CRIM 365 - Crime and Justice
This course examines alternatives to punitive justice from a critical criminology perspective. This course will provide students with practical skills and knowledge about mediation, conflict transformation, transformative justice, restorative justice, peace building/making, community circles, negotiation, and other nonwestern, non-punitive practices to address issues of crime, conflict, and harm. This course will stress the importance of accountability, healing, and transformation.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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CRIM 366 - Special Topics: Criminology
Grounded in social justice and inclusion, this course will discuss current affairs within the field of criminology. The purpose of special topics is for students to be informed on the latest issues emerging within the field of criminology.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Repeatable: This course is repeatable up to a maximum of 12 credits provided the topics are different.
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CRIM 375 - Terrorism and Security
In this course students will learn common patterns in organized crime and terrorism (mafia, gangs, etc), their social structure, and their relationship with politics and law enforcement. Special focus will be given to types of crime occurring in the borders including drug dealing, smuggling, human trafficking, among others.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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CRIM 380 - Immigration Law and Professional Spanish
In this course students will gain an understanding of the historical origins and evolution of Immigration Law. Students will read and analyze elements of Immigration Law in a social and multicultural context. Students will also develop linguistic proficiency essential for communication in professional matters in law enforcement.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Notes:
No Spanish language skills required
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ECON 262 - Principles of Microeconomics
An introductory course in price theory. Topics include opportunity cost, demand, supply, markets, elasticities and the organization of markets. Modeling and the use of these models in real world situations, using current data, is explored.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
gtPathways: SS1
Notes:
This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
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ECON 272 - Principles of Macroeconomics
The objective of this course is to teach basic general education level macroeconomic concepts that will help the student understand how economic systems operate. Both strengths and weaknesses of the system will be discussed. The same concepts used to analyze the functioning of our economic system will provide the basis for analyzing personal, business, and government decisions.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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Notes:
This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
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ECON 307 - Evolution of Economic Thought
Traces the evolution of economic thought from the 1600’s to the present. Explores the major figures and their theories in the history of economic thought and the tools of analysis they utilized. Students will not only improve their understanding of economic reasoning and analysis, but also gain a unique appreciation of how modern economics evolved into its present form.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 325 - Pricing Strategies
This course takes an integrative approach, combining economic, strategic, marketing, and psychological considerations of pricing. Includes an application of economic principles and a critical analysis of the legal and ethical constraints surrounding pricing decisions. Theoretical constructs and general frameworks will be taught, in combination with real world examples through the use of case studies.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 335 - Environment/Resource Economics
A course using economic analysis to explain the underlying behavioral causes of environmental and natural resource problems and to evaluate the policy responses to them. Topics include air and water pollution, the allocation of renewable and exhaustible resources, and sustainable development.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 338 - Market Process
This course examines a particular school of economics called the Austrian School. It offers an alternative approach to economics that emphasizes the understanding of markets as processes of change and knowledge generation. Besides the theoretical underpinnings, this course will also examine the impact that market process theory has had on the economics profession and public policy debates.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 340 - Economics of Crime
This course considers the costs of crime and crime prevention to society, public policies dealing with crime, and the decision making process of criminals. It deals with crime statistics, the economic repercussions of crime, and uses economic tools to analyze current issues in crime.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 342 - Energy Economics
This course examines the economics of the energy industry and the public policies affecting energy markets. It considers both conventional, carbon-based energy and alternative energy sources. The effects of energy development and extraction on the environment and the communities where the energy sources are located are considered. Students will learn about our local energy industry from guest speakers.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 345 - Game Theory
Game theory is the formal analysis of strategic decision making. It provides a structured approach to the problems of strategic interactions and the process of making tactical decisions. This course considers the decision making process of individuals and institutions performing economic functions.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 361 - Managerial Economics
The purpose of this course is to connect economic theory with business decision-making. The course is concerned with the application of economic models to business decisions and employs quantitative decision making tools.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ECON 262
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 362 - Intermediate Microeconomic Theory
The purpose of this course is to explore the foundations of microeconomic theory. The course is concerned with the behavior of individual economic agents and their interactions. It studies how individual economic agents make decisions and how markets function. The course focuses on both policy applications and pricing theory.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ECON 262
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 369 - Public Sector Economics
Application of economic theory to the study of non-market (political) decision making. An analysis of the types, incidences, and consequences of taxation; government expenditures and borrowing and their economic effects.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 372 - Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory
Introduces theories of aggregate economic activity including the determination of income, employment and prices; the causes of short-term business cycles fluctuations, and long run economic growth. Short and long-term macroeconomic policies are explored in both closed and open economy models.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ECON 262 AND ECON 272
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 374 - International Trade
This course investigates the causes and effects of international trade. Topics include comparative advantage, traditional and new trade theories and economic growth. Also discussed is international factor trade, trade barriers, regional economic integration, dumping and international competitiveness of firms and nations. Attention is given to analyzing the effects of various policy instruments.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ECON 262
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 378 - Special Topics - Economics
An examination of selected topics in the areas of economics.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits provided the topics are different.
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ECON 379 - Readings in Economics
In this course students will read a variety of current writings concerning economics and policy.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 382 - Money/Financial Institutions
Topics include the determination and role of interest rates, the organization and operation of the banking firm, the goals, implementation, and evaluation of monetary policy in an open economy, and exchange rate determination. Particular emphasis on the importance of financial markets in determining interest and exchange rates, bank behavior, and monetary policy.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ECON 262 AND ECON 272
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 384 - International Finance
This course examines the determination of income, the exchange rate, and the balance of payments in economies that trade goods and services and assets. Theory is developed and employed to study current events, as well as historical experience. Economic data will frequently be analyzed to draw the connection between theory and economies.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ECON 272
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 389 - Applied Econometrics
Introduction to applied econometrics. This course concentrates on using the tools of regression analysis to investigate statistical relationships between economic variables. The focus of the course is applying econometric analysis with goal of becoming proficient in developing and interpreting linear multiple regression models. The tools introduced here can be applied to any number of other disciplines.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: BA 254
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 480 - Modern World: Ethical Economics Policy and Ethics
An economics-centered liberal arts outcome-focused course addressing ethical economic decision making utilizing knowledge, critical thinking tools and skills, effective communication, and teamwork. The course will focus on a current economic policy issues as platforms for student analysis.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Senior
Program Restriction: Must be a declared Economics major or minor.
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ECON 499 - Independent Study
Individual research is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Topic and format must be approved by an Economics faculty member and the School of Business Administration Dean’s office.
Credits: 1-6
Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Notes:
No more than eight credits in any combination of departmental 299/499 courses may apply toward a degree.
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ED 203 - Guidance Strategies in the Early Childhood Classroom
Students will learn about the nature of social development in young children and the guidance theories and methods in relation to behavior management and classroom guidance. Emphasis will be on proactive, preventive techniques that increase effectiveness with young children.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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ED 299 - Individual Study
Individual research is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Topic and format must be approved by the Department Chairperson and Dean/Director.
Credits: 1-6
Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.
Notes:
No more than eight credits in any combination of departmental 299/499 courses may apply toward a degree.
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ED 320 - Social Studies for Educators
This course will prepare elementary and early childhood majors for content appropriate for teaching Colorado Academic Standards in Social Studies (Civics, Geography, History: World and US, Economics and Behavioral Science).
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ED 222 (minimum grade of B-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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ED 327 - Children’s Literature
A study of all types of literature for children, development of criteria for evaluating books and methods of creating in children a love of good books through a sound literature program for early childhood and elementary schools.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ED 222 (minimum grade of B-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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ED 328 - Children’s Literature Field Practicum
This practicum accompanies ED 327 . It provides the basis for students in Children’s Literature to apply the literacy concepts they are studying, such as drama, puppetry, book production, and storytelling.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Hours: 30 hours of practicum in a field setting are required.
Prerequisites: ED 222 (minimum grade of B-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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ED 329 - Family and Community Relations
The purpose of this course is to learn about resources to effectively implement family, school and community partnerships that support student success. Students will explore topics such as school climate, family engagement, and diverse family structures. Effective communication techniques, relationship-building strategies, and resources supporting children and families will be addressed.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ED 222 (minimum grade of B-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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ED 332 - Materials and Methods of Bilingual Education
This course covers specialized methodology and materials to empower teachers to serve the needs of linguistically different students in bilingual settings. Current methods for teaching cognitive areas in other languages and English as a second language are covered. Students make specialized materials to meet future classroom needs. Some facility in a non-English language is expected.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ED 222 (minimum grade of B-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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ED 333 - Southwest Language Immersion for Teachers
Language immersion is designed for prospective teachers who may encounter Native American languages and/or southwest Spanish dialects in the school community. It provides the student with basic oral skills in the languages and the respective course is taught almost entirely in the target language. Students may enroll for one, two or all of the courses for a total of 3 credits.
Credits: 1-3
Prerequisites: ED 222 (minimum grade of B-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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ED 335 - Linguistics for Educators
This course is designed for teachers, particularly bilingual and ESL teachers, who need to convert the science of language to practical classroom application. The student will become familiar with the three types of grammar, will explore how language is learned and will apply the science to reading, writing, spelling, vocabulary and grammar instruction. Further, the student will explore the phenomenon of dialect and improve personal language skills.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ED 222 (minimum grade of B-) AND CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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ED 336 - Spanish for Educators
This course is for prospective teachers and provides students with basic oral and written skills needed to communicate to Spanish speaking students and family members by modeling strategies to be used with second language learners in the classroom. This course is taught almost entirely in Spanish, yet no Spanish is required in order to succeed in the course.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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ED 338 - Literacy and Arts Integration
This course will prepare elementary and early childhood majors with content appropriate for integrating Colorado Academic Standards in Drama, Music, Visual Arts, Physical Education, and Dance in Literacy standards.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: (COMP 150 OR one CO2 course OR FLC Writing Placement Score C250) AND ED 222 (minimum grade of B-) [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]
Program Restriction: Sophomore
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ED 340 - Science for Educators
This course will prepare elementary and early childhood majors for content appropriate for teaching Colorado Academic Standards in Science, specifically Life Science, Physical Science, and Earth Science.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ED 222 (minimum grade of B-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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ED 341 - Foundations of Teaching
This course provides a foundation for the core teacher education courses. Topics addressed include theories and models of teaching and learning, classroom management, assessment strategies, and instructional design.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ED 222 (minimum grade of B-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
Notes:
Corequisite: ED 342
Students must complete this course with a B- or better for admission to the Teacher Education Licensure Program.
If pursuing a Biochemistry Secondary Education Major you may need to seek an electronic override prior to registration from Skyhawk Station, advising, or the instructor.
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ED 342 - Foundations of Teaching SBFE
This school-based field experience works in tangent with the ED 341 classroom instruction and content, for students to observe and implement techniques and strategies for teaching. Students will work with a cooperating teacher in a public school setting and the course instructor around concepts such as lesson design, instructional practices, assessment, differentiated learning styles, and classroom management.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Prerequisites: ED 222 (minimum grade of B-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
Notes:
Corequisite: ED 341
Students must complete a background check.
Students must complete this course with a B- or better for admission to the Teacher Education Licensure Program.
If pursuing a Biochemistry Secondary Education Major you may need to seek an electronic override prior to registration from Skyhawk Station, advising, or the instructor.
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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ED 416 - Literacy & Numeracy Integration K-12
Teacher candidates seeking K-12 endorsements will learn to integrate content-specific vocabulary, reading, writing, oral language and numeracy into their K-12 instruction. Concurrent enrollment in ED 417 is required.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ED 341 (minimum grade of B-) AND ED 342 (minimum grade of B-)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Notes:
Corequisite: ED 417
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