Subject: Actuarial Science (ACSC)

CRN: 41695

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: O'Shaughnessy Science Hall 127

Requirements Met:
     Writing in the Discipline

  Kyle Falconbury

This course introduces students to the subjects of insurance--theory and practice--and corporate risk management. In addressing these subjects, students will receive exposure to risk theory, insurance pricing, contract analysis, insurance company operations, reinsurance, regulation and the concepts and principles of business risk management. Offered fall semester. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41893

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Binz Refectory 115

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     Sustainability (SUST)
     Writing in the Discipline

  Eric Chapman

Our food system is under extreme duress; urbanization, agricultural intensification, and climate change are contributing to an increasingly vulnerable food system. BIOL 4xx - Sustainable Food Systems will help students summarize existing information about our current food system, identify key research gaps, and assess its scalability and sustainability from a biological perspective. The lab (4 hrs per week) will provide students with a variety of independent opportunities to contribute to a more sustainable food system. Prerequisites: At least two BIOL 3xx electives.  Alternative prerequisites may be accepted with the permission of the instructor.

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 42399

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Binz Refectory 115

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     Writing in the Discipline

  Afshan Ismat

Cancer Biology focuses on the molecular and cellular events that contribute to cancer. Topics include oncogenes and tumor suppressors, apoptosis, cancer stem cells, angiogenesis, and tumor metastasis. The laboratory will focus on independent research utilizing cellular and molecular techniques widely used in cancer research. Four laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: At least one of the following: BIOL 340 (Principles of Biochemistry), BIOL 349 and 350 (Comparative Anatomy and Physiology), BIOL 354 (Neurobiology), BIOL 356 (Microbiology), BIOL 360 (Genetics), BIOL 363 or 364 (Immunology), BIOL 371 (Cell Biology); or permission from instructor

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 41234

Blended Online & In-Person | Lecture

St Paul: Schoenecker Center 224

Online

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     School of Ed Transfer Course
     Sustainability (SUST)
     Writing in the Discipline

Instructor: TBD

This course focuses on emerging infectious diseases from many different perspectives with particular attention to the ways in which human behavior is altering the ecology of infectious disease transmission, thereby promoting emergence of these diseases as a major global health threat. The course will be a seminar format designed around case studies, discussion, guest speakers, and student projects. Laboratory will consist of an independent research project done in collaboration with the professor and peers. Four laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: Two biology courses at the 300-level or above

4 Credits

Subject: Biology (BIOL)

CRN: 42396

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Schoenecker Center 404

Requirements Met:
     Biology Lab Elective
     School of Ed Transfer Course
     Writing in the Discipline

  Dalma Martinovic

There is an increasing public interest and concern over the connections between ecological integrity, water accessibility, and human health (WEH). This course will allow students to use empirical strategies to explore the intersections between water, environment, and health (WEH). Through this course, students will 1) become proficient with a variety WEH research methodologies (e.g., systematic review, causal inference analysis, environmental risk assessment), 2) apply their knowledge of biology and environmental science and global health to critically evaluate primary WEH research literature, 3) Conduct original research, and, 4) generate communication materials for professionals and lay audiences. Students will be able to articulate the biological, cultural, economic and environmental implications of changes in water quality and availability. Contemporary research literature will be chosen to provide students with an in-depth examination of these topics: WEH – Disease and Molecular Dysfunction Mechanisms, WEH – Wastewater and Drinking Water Management and Disease, WEH - Crises and Diseases (war, migration) through history. Prerequisites: Completion of BIOL 207, 208, 209, AND completion of 4 credit of 300-level BIOL, AND 4 credit of BIOL 300-level OR ESCI 310.

4 Credits

Subject: Catholic Studies (UG) (CATH)

CRN: 40761

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Sitzmann Hall 207

Requirements Met:
     Writing in the Discipline

  Erika Kidd

This course provides a critical investigation into the quest for meaning and happiness as found in the Catholic tradition. Beginning with fundamental Catholic claims about what it means to be a human being, this course explores the call to beatitude in materials from several disciplines, including theology, philosophy, literature, and art, as well as ancient, medieval, and contemporary sources. Topics explored include a consideration of human persons in relation to divine persons, the supernatural end to human life, the human person as experiencing desire and suffering, the Christian paradox that joy may be found in the giving of one's self, and the search for happiness through friendship and love. Through all these topics, the course particularly examines the question, "What is the specifically unique character of Christian happiness?"

4 Credits

Subject: Catholic Studies (UG) (CATH)

CRN: 40829

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Sitzmann Hall 207

Requirements Met:
     Writing in the Discipline

  Erika Kidd

This course provides a critical investigation into the quest for meaning and happiness as found in the Catholic tradition. Beginning with fundamental Catholic claims about what it means to be a human being, this course explores the call to beatitude in materials from several disciplines, including theology, philosophy, literature, and art, as well as ancient, medieval, and contemporary sources. Topics explored include a consideration of human persons in relation to divine persons, the supernatural end to human life, the human person as experiencing desire and suffering, the Christian paradox that joy may be found in the giving of one's self, and the search for happiness through friendship and love. Through all these topics, the course particularly examines the question, "What is the specifically unique character of Christian happiness?"

4 Credits

Subject: Catholic Studies (UG) (CATH)

CRN: 41390

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Sitzmann Hall 207

Requirements Met:
     Writing in the Discipline

  Austin Dominic Litke

This course provides a critical investigation into the quest for meaning and happiness as found in the Catholic tradition. Beginning with fundamental Catholic claims about what it means to be a human being, this course explores the call to beatitude in materials from several disciplines, including theology, philosophy, literature, and art, as well as ancient, medieval, and contemporary sources. Topics explored include a consideration of human persons in relation to divine persons, the supernatural end to human life, the human person as experiencing desire and suffering, the Christian paradox that joy may be found in the giving of one's self, and the search for happiness through friendship and love. Through all these topics, the course particularly examines the question, "What is the specifically unique character of Christian happiness?"

4 Credits

Subject: Computer & Info Sci (UG) (CISC)

CRN: 40106

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: O'Shaughnessy Science Hall 434

Requirements Met:
     CommGood/Community-Engaged
     Signature Work
     Writing in the Discipline

  Ryan Hardt

The senior capstone course provides computer science majors the opportunity to integrate the knowledge that they have gained from across the curriculum. Students will work in groups to design, document, and implement a large-sized software project. During this process, students will be exposed to programming team organization, software development practices, as well as tools that facilitate the development of software systems. Prerequisites: Senior standing and a minimum grade of C- or better in: CISC 350, CISC 340, and CISC 380 (which 380 may be taken concurrently)

4 Credits

Subject: Communication Studies (COMM)

CRN: 41145

Blended Online & In-Person | Lecture

St Paul: Murray-Herrick Campus Center 305I

Online

Requirements Met:
     Writing in the Discipline

  Kristen Einertson

This course teaches students to become more critical consumers and producers of public messages. Students will examine a mix of historical and contemporary examples of persuasive communication in order to develop an awareness of the rhetorical power of messages in everyday life. Critical tools will be covered to help the student learn how to approach a communicative act systematically, identifying crucial interactions and suggesting ways of understanding how those interactions function. The emphasis on critical consumption also enables students to become more effective creators of public messages.

4 Credits

Subject: Communication Studies (COMM)

CRN: 41125

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: O'Shaughnessy Education Center 313

Old Core Requirements Met:
     UG Core Human Diversity

2020 Core Requirements Met:
     Diversity/Soc Just

Other Requirements Met:
     Amer Culture & Diff Minor Appr
     Narrative Medicine Minor Appr
     Writing in the Discipline
     WGSS Major Approved
     WGSS Minor Approved

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Debra Petersen

This course focuses on theories and research of the historical and contemporary correlation between gender, race, class, and communicative practices, including rhetorical practice and mass communication content. It includes the influence of gender and racial stereotypes on public speech and debate, political campaigns and communication, organizational leadership, news coverage and advertising. Topics include: gendered perceptions of credibility; who is allowed to communicate and who is silenced due to class and racial privilege; and the impact of gender, race and class stereotypes about human nature, expertise, and abilities on individuals and groups that want to participate in public culture and communication. Students analyze and evaluate their own communicative styles in light of course readings and activities.

4 Credits

Subject: Data Science (DASC)

CRN: 42902

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: O'Shaughnessy Science Hall 432

Requirements Met:
     Writing in the Discipline

  Amelia McNamara

This course provides students with the knowledge to effectively use various forms of regression models to address problems in a variety of fields. Students learn both simple and multiple forms of linear, ordinal, nominal, and beta regression models. There is an emphasis on simultaneous inference, model selection and validation, detecting collinearity and autocorrelation, and remedial measures for model violations. Students are also introduced to the use of time series and forecasting methods. Prerequisites: Grade of C- or higher in DASC 112 or DASC 120.

4 Credits

Subject: Data Science (DASC)

CRN: 42908

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: O'Shaughnessy Science Hall 432

Requirements Met:
     Writing in the Discipline

  Amelia McNamara

This course provides students with the knowledge to effectively use various forms of regression models to address problems in a variety of fields. Students learn both simple and multiple forms of linear, ordinal, nominal, and beta regression models. There is an emphasis on simultaneous inference, model selection and validation, detecting collinearity and autocorrelation, and remedial measures for model violations. Students are also introduced to the use of time series and forecasting methods. Prerequisites: Grade of C- or higher in DASC 112 or DASC 120.

4 Credits

Subject: Economics (UG) (ECON)

CRN: 40905

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: O'Shaughnessy Education Center 449

Requirements Met:
     Writing in the Discipline

  Bradley Wilson

An introduction to the application of statistical models and methods to economic problems; simple and multiple linear regression models; generalized least-squares; model building and related topics. Emphasis is on use of econometric software to analyze data and to test hypotheses. Prerequisites: Eight credits of ECON at the 300- or 400-level, and MATH 109, 111, or 113, and a grade of C- or higher in one of the following:  STAT 220, STAT 201, MATH 303, or STAT 314.

4 Credits

Subject: Economics (UG) (ECON)

CRN: 40904

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: O'Shaughnessy Education Center 449

Requirements Met:
     Writing in the Discipline

  Bradley Wilson

An introduction to the application of statistical models and methods to economic problems; simple and multiple linear regression models; generalized least-squares; model building and related topics. Emphasis is on use of econometric software to analyze data and to test hypotheses. Prerequisites: Eight credits of ECON at the 300- or 400-level, and MATH 109, 111, or 113, and a grade of C- or higher in one of the following:  STAT 220, STAT 201, MATH 303, or STAT 314.

4 Credits

Subject: English (UG) (ENGL)

CRN: 40968

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: O'Shaughnessy Education Center 312

2020 Core Requirements Met:
     Integ/Humanities

Other Requirements Met:
     English-Theory and Practice
     Writing in the Discipline

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Katlynne Davis

This course introduces students to principles and skills necessary for writing in professional settings. It includes study of rhetoric, ethics, and information design in workplace writing; examination of the roles of professional writers; close readings of texts and documents that model professional techniques; and practice composing in a variety of professional genres. The course will include instruction in ethical communication, rhetorical context, document design, communication technologies, precision, concision, and tone. This course fulfills the Theory and Practice requirement in the English major. Prerequisites: ENGL 121 or 190.  

4 Credits

Subject: English (UG) (ENGL)

CRN: 42995

Blended Online & In-Person | Lecture

St Paul: Murray-Herrick Campus Center 308

Online

Requirements Met:
     Writing in the Discipline

  Katlynne Davis

In ENGL 318, students will develop writing practices to help them successfully communicate in business and professional contexts. Students will learn about genres of writing commonly used in professional environments while refining the rhetorical skills necessary to navigate new or organization-specific communication situations they might encounter. The course curriculum is informed by current research in rhetoric and professional writing and is guided by the needs and practices of business, industry, as well as society at large. The course will task students with applying writing practices to diverse communication scenarios, which may include the following: writing correspondence to connect with internal and external audiences; summarizing information concisely; creating messaging and content for digital audiences; engaging in revision and project management processes; and generating cohesive materials to be used in a job search. Prerequisites: ENGL 121 or ENGL 190

4 Credits

Subject: Engineering (UG) (ENGR)

CRN: 40662

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 250

Requirements Met:
     Sustainability (SUST)
     Writing in the Discipline

  Steve Albers

A continuation of ENGR 480 involving the application of engineering principles to the solution of real problems in an actual industrial setting. Student design teams will work under the direction of faculty advisers and industry liaisons. Opportunity will be provided for objective formulation, analysis, synthesis and evaluation of alternative solutions. Prerequisite: ENGR 480

4 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 42672

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: McNeely Hall 115

Requirements Met:
     Writing in the Discipline

  Shinwon Noh

This course builds on the learning begun in ENTR 100, 200 or ENTR 260, by providing additional tools and skills necessary for entrepreneurs and innovators to bring new business concepts successfully to market. Drawing upon a range of applied methodologies, including Design Thinking and Lean Startup, the course provides students with the tools to uncover new market needs, develop novel solutions, craft innovative and effective business models, and determine viable go-to-market strategies. The course is experiential, emphasizing case study analysis and discussion, in- class exercises and an exploratory field study. (Students who have completed ENTR 350 cannot take this this course for credit.) Prerequisite: ENTR 100, 200 or 260, and Sophomore standing.

4 Credits

Subject: Entrepreneurship (ENTR)

CRN: 42673

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: McNeely Hall 115

Requirements Met:
     Writing in the Discipline

  Alec Johnson

This course builds on the learning begun in ENTR 100, 200 or ENTR 260, by providing additional tools and skills necessary for entrepreneurs and innovators to bring new business concepts successfully to market. Drawing upon a range of applied methodologies, including Design Thinking and Lean Startup, the course provides students with the tools to uncover new market needs, develop novel solutions, craft innovative and effective business models, and determine viable go-to-market strategies. The course is experiential, emphasizing case study analysis and discussion, in- class exercises and an exploratory field study. (Students who have completed ENTR 350 cannot take this this course for credit.) Prerequisite: ENTR 100, 200 or 260, and Sophomore standing.

4 Credits

Subject: Film Studies (FILM)

CRN: 41171

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Brady Educational Center 105

Requirements Met:
     Writing in the Discipline

  James Snapko

The purpose of this course is to learn how to write effective narrative screenplays, with an emphasis on the creation of short scripts. In order to explore and identify basic dramatic principles of story, character, and structure, we will analyze numerous short scripts and films made from them. We will look at how the dramatic principles of short scripts have been expanded and turned into feature screenplays by exploring the work of various successful contemporary writers and filmmakers. Once we establish the basics of effective screenplays, students will apply these concepts to the development of their own original short scripts. By the end of the semester, students will have written several complete short scripts that are ready to be shot on their own, produced as part of a St. Thomas filmmaking course, or that could be developed further into feature length screenplays. This course counts as a production/practice course for students pursuing the Film Studies major or minor and also satisfies a WAC Writing in the Discipline requirement.

4 Credits

Subject: Finance (FINC)

CRN: 42701

In Person | Lecture

Minneapolis: Schulze Hall 420

Requirements Met:
     Writing in the Discipline

  Annie Le

Scope and objectives of financial management in the corporate setting at an advanced level. The course will explore working capital management, risk, valuation, capital structure theory, capital budgeting and other current topics in finance. It will utilize computer-based financial modeling and forecasting. Prerequisite: FINC 311

4 Credits

Subject: Finance (FINC)

CRN: 42702

In Person | Lecture

Minneapolis: Schulze Hall 420

Requirements Met:
     Writing in the Discipline

  Annie Le

Scope and objectives of financial management in the corporate setting at an advanced level. The course will explore working capital management, risk, valuation, capital structure theory, capital budgeting and other current topics in finance. It will utilize computer-based financial modeling and forecasting. Prerequisite: FINC 311

4 Credits

Subject: Finance (FINC)

CRN: 42703

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: McNeely Hall 233

Requirements Met:
     Writing in the Discipline

  Brian Reagan

Scope and objectives of financial management in the corporate setting at an advanced level. The course will explore working capital management, risk, valuation, capital structure theory, capital budgeting and other current topics in finance. It will utilize computer-based financial modeling and forecasting. Prerequisite: FINC 311

4 Credits

Subject: German (GERM)

CRN: 40431

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: O'Shaughnessy Education Center 318

Old Core Requirements Met:
     UG Core Language/Culture

2020 Core Requirements Met:
     Global Perspective AND Integ/Humanities
     

Other Requirements Met:
     CommGood/Community-Engaged
     Writing in the Discipline

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Susanne Wagner

Intended as an introduction to more advanced work in German, this course, which is required of all majors and minors, will offer an overview of the evolution of German culture and civilization (society, politics, the arts) within an historical context. The course will also contain a review of advanced grammar and offer students an opportunity to improve their reading, writing, and speaking skills. Oral and written skills will be assessed. Prerequisite: GERM 212 or equivalent completed with a C- or better

4 Credits

Subject: Spanish (Grad) (GSPA)

CRN: 42418

Blended Online & In-Person | Lecture

St Paul: O'Shaughnessy Education Center 308

  Donny Vigil

In this course, students will be introduced to the theoretical foundations of sociolinguistic variation (dialectal, social, historical, language contact) in the Spanish-speaking world. The sociolinguistic variation of specific Spanish features (phonological, morphosyntactic, discursive) along with theoretical and methodological concepts of sociolinguistic research (types of linguistic variation, types of variables, sampling, types of instruments for the collection of data, etc.) will be discussed. (3 cr.) Monday and Wednesday first 60 minutes in person + asynchronous work.

3 Credits

Subject: History (HIST)

CRN: 41789

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center 481

Requirements Met:
     Writing in the Discipline

  Jennifer McCutchen

Race and Gender in Early America. Description forthcoming.

4 Credits

Subject: Journalism/Mass Comm (JOUR)

CRN: 40110

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Schoenecker Center 201

Requirements Met:
     Writing in the Discipline

  Greg Vandegrift

This course concentrates on news reporting, teaching skills in news judgment, observation, interviewing, information gathering, organization and writing. Students learn to report news for a variety of media platforms, preparing text , audio and video versions of stories for the web, television, print and radio.

4 Credits

Subject: Journalism/Mass Comm (JOUR)

CRN: 40112

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Schoenecker Center 238

Requirements Met:
     Signature Work
     Writing in the Discipline

  Yayu Feng

This capstone seminar for graduating seniors explores ethical issues that confront professionals in journalism and other fields of mass media, and their audiences. Students explore theoretical perspectives on ethics, work from case studies to understand professional ethical standards, discuss current ethical issues, work in teams to perfect oral and written ethical analysis skills and write an individual thesis paper. Prerequisites: graduating seniors only and permission of department chair.

4 Credits

Subject: Justice & Peace Studies (JPST)

CRN: 40760

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Murray-Herrick Campus Center 211

2020 Core Requirements Met:
     Integ/Humanities

Other Requirements Met:
     Amer Culture & Diff Minor Appr
     Faith and Praxis Minor or Cert
     Sustainability (SUST)
     CommGood/Community-Engaged
     Signature Work
     Writing in the Discipline

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Mike Klein

Leadership for Social Justice examines the arc of leadership through the process of creating, sustaining, then institutionalizing positive social change. The course examines models and case studies of authoritative, positional, influential and situational leadership in diverse settings such as community organizing, social movements, social entrepreneurship and nonprofit management. The course also explores approaches to ethical leadership and provides opportunities for students to develop the skills and vision needed to become ethical leaders for social justice. Students will analyze the role of leadership in the tensions between preserving order and promoting transformation. They will develop a critical approach to the dynamics of power in order to effect systemic change. Prerequisites: 80 completed credits

4 Credits

Subject: Management (MGMT)

CRN: 42737

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: McNeely Hall 233

Requirements Met:
     Writing in the Discipline

  Rama Hart

This course focuses on the theories, concepts, research and practice of organization change and development, performance management, and employee training and development that impact organizational employee behavior. Topics include an overview of human resource management, organization entry and socialization, employee performance management, career choices, employee motivation, job design, organization structure, culture, group dynamics, team- work, power and influence, organization restructuring, change management, and employee training and development. Prerequisites: MGMT 200 or MGMT 305 and Junior standing. Note: Students who receive credit for MGMT 360 may not receive credit for MGMT 365.

4 Credits

Subject: Management (MGMT)

CRN: 42748

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: McNeely Hall 115

Requirements Met:
     Signature Work
     Writing in the Discipline

  Ernest Owens

This course examines organizational issues from an integrative perspective. It draws on concepts from the entire business curriculum to view the organization as a whole. The focus of the course is to have you view the organization from the perspective of the president, rather than that of a manager of a particular function (e.g., VP of marketing). It examines the development of core competence and a sustainable competitive advantage as part of an organization's strategic planning process. Prerequisite: OPMT 200 or OPMT 300; FINC 310; MGMT 200; MKTG 200 or MKTG 300; BETH 300; and CISC 200 or BUSN 202; and senior standing. Note: Students who receive credit for MGMT 480 may not receive credit for MGMT 395.

4 Credits

Subject: Marketing (MKTG)

CRN: 42807

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: McNeely Hall 106

Requirements Met:
     Signature Work
     Writing in the Discipline

  Jamal Al-Khatib

Small Business Institute clients present student teams with business problems that require solutions. Student teams diagnose the client’s problem and craft and present a solution to the client. Time is divided between reviewing and integrating the students’ marketing background, facilitating the student contact with the client, and providing consulting to the client. Prerequisites: MKTG 340; MKTG 370 (May be taken concurrently); one additional Marketing elective; BETH 300 or 301; BUSN 202 or CISC 200; and Senior standing

4 Credits

Subject: Marketing (MKTG)

CRN: 42808

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: McNeely Hall 106

Requirements Met:
     Signature Work
     Writing in the Discipline

  Jamal Al-Khatib

Small Business Institute clients present student teams with business problems that require solutions. Student teams diagnose the client’s problem and craft and present a solution to the client. Time is divided between reviewing and integrating the students’ marketing background, facilitating the student contact with the client, and providing consulting to the client. Prerequisites: MKTG 340; MKTG 370 (May be taken concurrently); one additional Marketing elective; BETH 300 or 301; BUSN 202 or CISC 200; and Senior standing

4 Credits

Subject: Music Classes (UG) (MUSC)

CRN: 41797

In Person | Directed Study

St Paul: In Person

Old Core Requirements Met:
     UG Core Fine Arts

2020 Core Requirements Met:
     Integ/Humanities

Other Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course
     Writing in the Discipline

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Bruce Gleason

A survey of Western European music from 1750 to the present: the Classical and Romantic eras and the Twentieth century. Emphasis of study is on social context and issues of meaning and expression. Continuation of MUSC 411. Writing assignments are designed for teaching to the "Writing in the Discipline" objectives for the Writing Across the Curriculum initiative. This is a core course for students seeking a major degree in music. Offered in spring semester. Prerequisites: MUSC 113 and junior standing

4 Credits

Subject: Neuroscience (NSCI)

CRN: 42521

Online: Asynchronous | Lecture

Online

Requirements Met:
     Writing in the Discipline

  Uta Wolfe

This course emphasizes understanding the scientific method in the context of modern neuroscience research and covers research design and writing in neuroscience. Course content focuses on developing skills in reading primary neuroscience literature, designing neuroscience experiments, analyzing neuroscience data, and presenting neuroscience research. Two laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: NSCI 202 AND STAT 220 with a strong recommendation in taking the SPSS, R, or Excel sections. Note: Students cannot get credit for both NSCI 203 and PSYC 212.

4 Credits

Subject: Neuroscience (NSCI)

CRN: 42522

Online: Sync Distributed | Online: Synchronous

Online

Requirements Met:
     Writing in the Discipline

  Uta Wolfe

This course emphasizes understanding the scientific method in the context of modern neuroscience research and covers research design and writing in neuroscience. Course content focuses on developing skills in reading primary neuroscience literature, designing neuroscience experiments, analyzing neuroscience data, and presenting neuroscience research. Two laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: NSCI 202 AND STAT 220 with a strong recommendation in taking the SPSS, R, or Excel sections. Note: Students cannot get credit for both NSCI 203 and PSYC 212.

4 Credits

Subject: Physics (PHYS)

CRN: 40617

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 169

Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course
     Writing in the Discipline

  Paul Ohmann

This course connects the subatomic world of particle and nuclear physics to the evolution of the universe after the Big Bang through the study of relativity and the four fundamental forces of nature. The course consists of lecture, discussion and laboratory. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of C- in either PHYS 110 or 212 and in MATH 114.

4 Credits

Subject: Physics (PHYS)

CRN: 40618

In Person | Lab

St Paul: Owens Science Hall 155

Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course
     Writing in the Discipline

  Rob Davies

This course connects the subatomic world of particle and nuclear physics to the evolution of the universe after the Big Bang through the study of relativity and the four fundamental forces of nature. The course consists of lecture, discussion and laboratory. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of C- in either PHYS 110 or 212 and in MATH 114.

0 Credits

Subject: Political Science (POLS)

CRN: 41650

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center 481

Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course
     Writing in the Discipline

  Caleb Goltz

Seminars in political science provide an opportunity for students to synthesize and further develop knowledge gained in previous courses and enhance their critical and analytical skills. Students will engage in reading and discussion and undertake a major research project pertinent to the seminar's topic. Specific topics or themes of each seminar will vary. Seminars are offered in each of the sub-fields of the discipline. Prerequisite: Juniors and seniors may enroll in a seminar once they have completed at 300-level course within that subfield, or with permission of the instructor.

4 Credits

Subject: Political Science (POLS)

CRN: 40154

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: Schoenecker Center 224

2020 Core Requirements Met:
     Global Perspective

Other Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course
     Writing in the Discipline

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Arijit Mazumdar

Seminars in political science provide an opportunity for students to synthesize and further develop knowledge gained in previous courses and enhance their critical and analytical skills. Students will engage in reading and discussion and undertake a major research project pertinent to the seminar's topic. Specific topics or themes of each seminar will vary. Seminars are offered in each of the sub-fields of the discipline. Prerequisite: Juniors and seniors may enroll in a seminar once they have completed at 300-level course within that subfield, or with permission of the instructor.

4 Credits

Subject: Psychology (UG) (PSYC)

CRN: 40479

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center LL45

Requirements Met:
     Family Studies Major Approved
     Writing in the Discipline

  Rachel Cole

Research designs and problems, with emphasis on operationalization of concepts, development of hypotheses, specific research designs, sources of error, literature reviews, data collection, data analysis and use of APA format. Prerequisites: PSYC 111 and STAT 220 (QMCS 220 or IDTH 220) View Online Printable Schedule

4 Credits

Subject: Psychology (UG) (PSYC)

CRN: 40558

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: John Roach Center LL45

Requirements Met:
     Family Studies Major Approved
     Writing in the Discipline

  Elise Amel

Research designs and problems, with emphasis on operationalization of concepts, development of hypotheses, specific research designs, sources of error, literature reviews, data collection, data analysis and use of APA format. Prerequisites: PSYC 111 and STAT 220 (QMCS 220 or IDTH 220) View Online Printable Schedule

4 Credits

Subject: Psychology (UG) (PSYC)

CRN: 40480

In Person | Lab

St Paul: John Roach Center LL45

Requirements Met:
     Family Studies Major Approved
     Writing in the Discipline

  Rachel Cole

Research designs and problems, with emphasis on operationalization of concepts, development of hypotheses, specific research designs, sources of error, literature reviews, data collection, data analysis and use of APA format. Prerequisites: PSYC 111 and STAT 220 (QMCS 220 or IDTH 220) View Online Printable Schedule

0 Credits

Subject: Psychology (UG) (PSYC)

CRN: 40559

In Person | Lab

St Paul: John Roach Center LL45

Requirements Met:
     Family Studies Major Approved
     Writing in the Discipline

  Elise Amel

Research designs and problems, with emphasis on operationalization of concepts, development of hypotheses, specific research designs, sources of error, literature reviews, data collection, data analysis and use of APA format. Prerequisites: PSYC 111 and STAT 220 (QMCS 220 or IDTH 220) View Online Printable Schedule

0 Credits

Subject: Sociology (SOCI)

CRN: 40488

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: O'Shaughnessy Education Center 449

Requirements Met:
     Family Studies Major Approved
     School of Ed Transfer Course
     Writing in the Discipline

  Monica Liu

Consideration of both quantitative and qualitative strategies for each stage of the research process. Emphasis is on the skills required to design and successfully perform research projects: selection of topics, development and testing of hypotheses, collection and analysis of data and reporting of findings. Data entry and recoding with SPSS will also be introduced. Prerequisite: SOCI 100

4 Credits

Subject: Spanish (SPAN)

CRN: 42411

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: O'Shaughnessy Education Center 208

Old Core Requirements Met:
     UG Core Language/Culture

2020 Core Requirements Met:
     Global Perspective

Other Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course
     Writing in the Discipline

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Irene Domingo Sancho

In order to understand contemporary Spain, this course examines key texts, films, and other artistic creations in their historical, social, economic, cultural, and political context. Prerequisites: Successful completion of SPAN 300, 301, 305 or their equivalent with a C- or better in each course.

4 Credits

Subject: Spanish (SPAN)

CRN: 42412

Blended Online & In-Person | Lecture

St Paul: O'Shaughnessy Education Center 204

Online

Old Core Requirements Met:
     UG Core Human Diversity

2020 Core Requirements Met:
     Global Perspective

Other Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course
     Writing in the Discipline

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Sonia Rey-Montejo

This specific offering of the course examines 20th and 21st century literary representations of afro-identity in Latin America, the Spanish Caribbean and Equatorial Guinea with special attention to the intersections of race, gender, class, and nationality. We will analyze how the work of art (a literary text, a movie, a painting, a song, to name a few examples) serves as a space for reflection on concepts such as ‘race,’ ethnicity, hegemony, resistance, multiculturalism, and hybridity. Primary readings will be supplemented by relevant historical, critical, and theoretical texts. Along with these readings we will also view documentaries and films that deal specifically with issues of race and ethnicity within these minority communities. Class discussion will focus on how identities are constructed within the space of fiction and other artistic representations. The objective for this course offering is to provide an overview of contemporary literary works by Latin American, Caribbean and Equatorial Guinean writers of African descent. Monday and Wednesday in person, Friday online/asynchronous.

4 Credits

Subject: Spanish (SPAN)

CRN: 42415

Blended Online & In-Person | Topics Lecture 1

St Paul: O'Shaughnessy Education Center 308

2020 Core Requirements Met:
     Global Perspective

Other Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course
     Writing in the Discipline

(2020 Core Planning Guide)

  Donny Vigil

In this course students will be introduced to the theoretical foundations of sociolinguistic variation (dialectal, social, historical, language contact) in the Spanish-speaking world. We will discuss sociolinguistic variation of specific Spanish features (phonological, morphosyntactic, discursive, etc.) along with theoretical and methodological concepts of sociolinguistic research (types of linguistic variation, types of variables, sampling, types of instruments for the collection of data, etc.). Monday and Wednesday first 60 minutes in person + asynchronous work.

4 Credits

Subject: Statistics (STAT)

CRN: 41072

In Person | Lecture

St Paul: O'Shaughnessy Science Hall 214

Requirements Met:
     School of Ed Transfer Course
     Writing in the Discipline

  Arkady Shemyakin

The course introduces the theory and applications of simple and multiple regression methods, including model construction and selection, transformation of variables and residual analysis; introduction to GLM (generalized linear models) for categorical and count response variables; time series analysis with ARIMA (autoregressive integrated moving average models). Students are introduced to principles of data collection and analysis, learn to work with statistical literature. Students present a writing intensive small group course project. Prerequisites: Grades C- or higher in MATH 240 and in STAT 303 or STAT 314.

4 Credits