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Fire Science and Safety Technology |
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FIRE 101 - Fire Protection Systems, Prevention and Education
3 hrs (Sem I)
Students will study portable fire extinguishing equipment requirements, sprinkler systems installation, inspection and maintenance, special protection systems, and residential sprinklers. Students will learn to conduct prevention and education needs assessment, targeting audiences, and developing delivery systems for public fire education programs. Methods of conducting fire prevention and safety inspections will be learned. 3 lecture hours.
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FIRE 102 - Building Plans, Fire Codes and Construction
3 hrs (Sem II)
Students will study various types of building construction, principles of fire resistance, flame spread, and smoke and fire containment. Students will also acquire a basic knowledge of plan review, blueprint reading, specifications, and schedules. Familiarization and interpretation of national, state and local codes, ordinances and laws that influence the field of fire prevention will be covered. Students will study fire and life safety codes so that they can refer to them throughout the course. 3 lecture hours.
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FIRE 103 - Fire Equipment and Hydraulics
3 hrs (Sem II)
Construction, operation, and maintenance of equipment will be studied. Driving laws and techniques will be covered as they relate to fire equipment. Students will also learn about hydraulic laws and formulas as applied to delivery and supply requirements for fire suppression. Additionally, fire apparatus UL testing and certification requirements will be studied. 3 lecture hours.
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FIRE 104 - Ethics and Leadership in the Fire Service
3 hrs (Sem I)
This course will introduce and provide students with a deeper understanding of self as it relates to leadership philosophies, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Students will study and explore their core values, ethics, decision making, and begin to develop a personal philosophy of leadership. Through course presentations, dialogue, and learning activities, students will identify leadership roles in the community to include self, family, professional, and social. In addition, they will be able to define the difference between leadership and management. Students will complete self assessments to gain insights into their personal leadership style and characteristics, and participate in video and written case studies to further explore their understanding of leadership. 3 lecture hours.
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FIRE 203 - Fire Cause and Determination
3 hrs (Sem II)
This course will introduce students to the proper methods of conducting a basic fire investigation. Students will learn to determine the area and point of origin, cause and methods of fire spread, recognize and preserve evidence, arson law, constitutional law, interviewing techniques, and courtroom procedures and testimony. 3 lecture hours.
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FIRE 206 - Firefighting Strategy and Tactics I
3 hrs (Sem I)
Students will discuss in depth firefighting strategy and tactics, methods of fire attack, fire behavior, building design, and pre-incident planning. 3 lecture hours.
Writing Reading and Speaking Intensive Course
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FIRE 207 - Firefighting Strategy and Tactics II
3 hrs (Sem II)
Strategy and tactics associated with special types of incidents. For example, transportation emergencies and fires, high-rise fires, below-ground incidents, confined space emergencies and special rescue situations. 3 lecture hours.
Writing Reading and Speaking Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in FIRE 206 .
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FIRE 208 - Fire Department Administration
3 hrs (Sem I)
This course will introduce basic concepts of legal responsibilities, fire department principles, leadership and professionalism in the fire service. Emphasis is on fire ground safety, management concepts, evaluations, discipline, documentation, and community interaction. With the duties and responsibilities of fire service personnel ever expanding, it is extremely important that firefighters understand how to properly communicate within their ranks, interact professionally with the public, learn the importance of proper documentation, and learn facts about the behavioral theory of leadership. This course will provide students an opportunity to acquire more knowledge about the administrative functions in the fire service. 3 lecture hours.
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FIRE 209 - Advanced Rescue Theories and Practices
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
Advanced Rescue Theories and Practices establishes fundamental knowledge and basic skills in the area of technical rescue and current emergency situations. This course will enhance the student’s knowledge of rescuer safety and technical rescue including, but not limited to, the areas of rope, water and wilderness search and rescue. Current topics of technical rescuer safety will also be covered in the curriculum. This course will give students the opportunity to understand issues and hazards rescuers come into contact with on a regular basis as well as practice technical rescue skills. 3 lecture hours.
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FIRE 270 - Internship in Fire Science
3 hrs (Summer)
The Internship is for interested and qualified Fire Science and Safety majors with local fire departments or where they may seek employment. Supervised by Fire Science and Safety Department Chair or his/her designee. Minimum of 150 practicum hours.
Prerequisite(s): Minimum of 2.5 cumulative GPA and completion of 30 credit hours.
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Funeral Service Education |
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FNRL 110 - Thanatochemistry
2 hrs (Sem I)
This course will provide a foundation for the required chemistry course with specific emphasis in embalming and death chemistries. This course will introduce students to organic, inorganic, biological, and solution chemistry as applied to the funeral service profession and the study of thanatochemistry. Topics include the study of carbon and carbon-based compounds, organometallic compounds, physicochemical processes of living organisms, and death/decomposition chemistry. Emphasis will be placed on postmortem changes: hypostasis, rigidity and corneal turbidity and decomposition. This course will also emphasize the various physical and chemical means of microbial control to ensure disinfection, sanitation, and preservation. 2 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 107 and BIOL 107L .
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FNRL 120 - Restorative Art
3 hrs (Sem II)
This is a study of the methods and techniques used to restore facial features that have been damaged by injury or disease. The course emphasizes anatomical structures providing surface contour and form to head and face, classic facial proportions and photographic interpretation of the head and face. It also studies the physiognomical forms of head and facial structure. An in-depth study will also be made of the principles of color and cosmetics applicable to restorative art. Students will apply restorative art techniques, such as cosmetic application and facial reconstruction, in the laboratory setting. 2.5 lecture hours and 1.5 clinical laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Funeral Service Education Program; and a grade of C or better in the following courses: BIOL 107 /107L , or BIOL 111 /111L and BIOL 112 /112L ; COMM 143 or COMM 148 ; ENGL 101 ; and MATH 102 or MATT 107 , or higher.
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FNRL 130 - Funeral Service Merchandising
2 hrs (Sem I)
This course is designed to give students a working knowledge and understanding of funeral merchandise and merchandising techniques. Students will gain understanding of the different types of funeral merchandise, including caskets, burial vaults, clothing, and other items found in the modern funeral home. Study will be made of the component parts of the casket as well as the different styles and types of caskets. Also included will be sales techniques as well as various pricing formulas. 2 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Funeral Service Education Program; and a grade of C or better in the following courses: BIOL 107 /107L ; COMM 143 or COMM 148 ; ENGL 101 ; and MATH 102 or MATT 107 , or higher.
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FNRL 140 - Funeral Home Operations
2 hrs (Sem II)
The course is an introduction to the business principles necessary for purchasing, establishing and operating a funeral home. It includes a discussion of inventory, inventory control, funeral home planning, human resource management and hiring practices. 2 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Funeral Service Education Program; and a grade of C or better in the following courses: BIOL 107 /107L ; COMM 143 or COMM 148 ; ENGL 101 ; and MATH 102 or MATT 107 , or higher.
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FNRL 200 - Funeral Service Law
3 hrs (Sem I)
This course is a study of the legal aspects, regulations and problems involved in mortuary practice. Special emphasis is given to the broad volume of mortuary case law and the effect that these decisions have on practicing as a funeral director in the twenty-first century. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Funeral Service Education Program; and a grade of C or better in CHEM 110 /110L , ENGL 205 , FNRL 120 , FNRL 140 , and PSYC 142 .
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FNRL 220 - Embalming I
3 hrs (Sem I)
This course is a study of the physical and chemical changes that take place in the human body after death and the effect that these changes have on the embalming process. A study is made of the chemical composition of the chemicals, solutions and materials used in the embalming process. Discussion will include the necessary components of embalming materials such as arterial fluids, supplemental fluids, water conditioners, special fluids, accessory embalming agents, and the applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirement for these chemicals. An in-depth study of anatomical structure of the cardiovascular system as it is used in embalming process is included. The course includes the location of and method of access for the vessels commonly used for the injection of embalming solutions and drainage of waste fluids from the body and the identification of vessels that are significant as routes for the embalming solution. This course includes certification training in Blood Borne Pathogens and HIPAA Laws. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Funeral Service Education program; and a grade of C or better in CHEM 110 / 110L , ENGL 205 , FNRL 120 , FNRL 140 , and PSYC 142 .
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FNRL 230 - Psychological Aspects of Grief and Death
3 hrs (Sem II)
This course is a general introduction to development, object relationship, and loss. It includes a comparative psychology of grief, clinical thanatology and reaction to loss. Study will be made of the practical aspects of bereavement, reactions to untimely death, mourning and adaptation, the child’s concept of death and reaction to death in the family. Included are approaches to counseling applicable to the grief situation and significance of the role of the counselor in post-death, pre- and post-funeral activities. 3 lecture hours.
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FNRL 240 - Funeral Management I
3 hrs (Sem I)
This course deals with the information necessary to function as a funeral director in our modern society. Included is a discussion of the forms that must be completed including death certificates. A discussion is made of veteran’s benefits and active duty military benefits. The course also covers the role of the funeral director in disaster management and the activities necessary for cremation of a dead human body. The course also covers compliance with such Federal regulations as the American’s With Disabilities Act and the Federal Trade Commission Funeral Rule. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Funeral Service Education Program; and a grade of C or better in CHEM 110 /110L , ENGL 205 , FNRL 120 , FNRL 140 , and PSYC 142 .
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FNRL 250 - Embalming II
3 hrs (Sem II)
This course is an advanced study in the theory and techniques of embalming. It includes case studies and embalming implications present in the wide variety of cases encountered in modern embalming. Emphasis will be placed on complex embalming, such as autopsy, hypothermia, decomposition, and other advanced cases and methodologies. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Funeral Service Education Program; and a grade of C or better in BIOL 205 , FNRL 130 , FNRL 200 , FNRL 220 , FNRL 240 , and FNRL 285 . Corequisite(s): FNRL 250L .
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FNRL 250L - Embalming II Laboratory
1 hr (Sem II)
This laboratory makes application of the principles learned in FNRL 250 . Laboratory provides clinical experience in embalming principles and practices by allowing students to participate in embalming of deceased human remains. Students will work with the instructor to select from approved preceptor sites for embalming experiences. 3 hours arranged laboratory.
Corequisite(s): FNRL 250 .
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FNRL 260 - Funeral Management II
4 hrs (Sem II)
This course is a study of the principles and practice of conducting a funeral. It includes an in-depth examination of the initial response to death, the removal of the body from the place of death, administrative practices, funeral arrangement conferences with emphasis on ways to counsel the bereaved family, establishment of an effective selection room and selection room techniques. It includes a discussion of pre-need arrangement and funding. Discussion also involves the different types of funeral services, including those related to cremation and specific religious and fraternal ceremonies. 4 lecture hours.
Writing Reading and Speaking Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Funeral Service Education Program; and a grade of C or better in BIOL 205 , FNRL 130 , FNRL 200 , FNRL 220 , FNRL 240 , and FNRL 285 .
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FNRL 285 - Pathology
3 hrs (Sem I)
This course is an introductory study to the cause, course, and effects of disease. The course examines the body systems and how disease effects each. Study is given to the historical basis for modern disease theory and the effect that these theories have had on the development of health science. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in BIOL 107 /107L or BIOL 111 /111L .
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FNRL 290 - Seminar in Funeral Service Education
2 hrs (Sem II)
This course is an in-depth follow-up to students’ theoretical study. It involves an intensive review of all theoretical and technical materials prior to graduation from the program. 2 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in BIOL 205 , FNRL 130 , FNRL 200 , FNRL 220 , FNRL 240 , and FNRL 285 .
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FNRL 296 - Board Exam Preparation
2 hrs (Summer)
This course is an in-depth review of the thirteen areas of concentration covered by the funeral service curriculum in preparation for the National Board Examination (NBE), the main assessment tool used by the American Board of Funeral Service Education (ABFSE). This course will also incorporate the required residency visit for the students enrolled in the Funeral Service Education Program to satisfy the Restorative Art and Embalming Certification. 2 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ACCT 100 , FNRL 230 , FNRL 250 , FNRL 250L , FNRL 260 , and FNRL 290 .
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FREN 100 - Basic Conversational French
2 hrs (Offered on Demand)
An introduction to spoken language using audio-visual materials. Group practice, vocabulary building. 2 class hours.
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FREN 101 - French Level I
4 hrs (Sem I)
An introduction to the French language and culture with emphasis on oral skills. Guided communication tasks, vocabulary building, listening comprehension, phonetics. Use of videos, audio-visual aids, and “less-stress” techniques. Introduction to reading and writing. This course is a transferIN course. 4 class hours.
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FREN 103 - French Level II
4 hrs (Sem II)
A continuation of FREN 101 with structured oral communication, vocabulary building. Reading of graded and glossed materials, basic grammatical structures, writing. This course is a transferIN course. 4 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in FREN 101 or appropriate placement test score.
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FREN 117 - Explore the French-Speaking World
3 hrs (Offered on Demand in the Summer)
This study tour of a Francophone country or countries involves the following components: mandatory pre-departure orientation sessions, visits of cultural and educational sites, post-trip research paper on cultural or historical topic, and post-trip presentation on VU’s campus about travel experience. 3 class hours.
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FREN 201 - French Level III
4 hrs (Offered on Demand)
Emphasis on reading. Conversation coordinated with reading of cultural text. This course is a transferIN course. 4 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in FREN 103 or appropriate placement test score.
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FREN 203 - French Level IV
4 hrs (Offered on Demand)
A continuation of FREN 201 with emphasis on writing. Readings on cultural and contemporary topics. This course is a transferIN course. 4 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in FREN 201 .
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FREN 211 - Intermediate French Readings I
4 hrs (Offered on Demand)
Readings of representative literary works, including such authors as Sartre, Camus, Simenon. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in FREN 201 .
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FREN 212 - Intermediate French Readings II
3 hrs (Offered on Demand)
A continuation of FREN 211 . 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in FREN 201 .
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FREN 217 - Intermediate Conversational French
2 hrs (Offered on Demand)
This course is designed to provide students at an intermediate level of proficiency additional listening and speaking practice in French. Conversation is coordinated with readings on cultural and contemporary topics. Students engage in dialogs and make short oral presentations. 2 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in FREN 201 .
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FREN 230 - Contemporary French Civilization
3 hrs (Offered on Demand)
Social, cultural and political aspects of France. A special project will be chosen by the class. Readings from French texts. 3 class hours.
Writing Reading and Speaking Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and have a grade of C or better in FREN 201 .
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Geoscience |
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GEOS 100 - Earth Science
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
Introduction to fields of geology, meteorology, oceanography, and astronomy. Designed especially for non-science majors. This course is a transferIN course. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in GEOS 100L ; must qualify for MATH 013 or MATH 022 , or higher; and must qualify for ENGL 101 .
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GEOS 100L - Earth Science Laboratory
1 hr (Sem I, II)
Laboratory activities to accompany GEOS 100. This course is a transferIN course. 2 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in GEOS 100 .
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GEOS 101 - Environmental Science
3 hrs (Sem I)
This course examines issues and events of current importance such as pollution, natural disasters, state and federal land use (including state and national parks), and population growth concerns. Career opportunities and transfer options for fields of studies covered will be included. Presentations by professional guest speakers, and utilization of World Wide Web will provide course enrichment. 3 lecture hours.
Speaking Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and must qualify for MATH 013 or MATH 022 , or higher.
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GEOS 101L - Environmental Science Laboratory
1 hr (Sem I)
Examines principles of GEOS 101 . Course may involve field sampling or environmental parameters, field trips to local sites or environmental significance, and analysis of case studies and/or data. 3 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in GEOS 101 . Examines principles of GEOS 101 . Corequisite(s): GEOS 101 .
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GEOS 105 - Geography of Indiana
3 hrs (Sem II)
Examines Indiana from standpoint of basic geography and geology. Consideration of geographic and geologic history, meteorology and climatology, agriculture, mining, and population distributions. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and must qualify for MATH 013 or MATH 022 , or higher.
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GEOS 115 - Physical Geology
3 hrs (Sem I)
Study of internal and external forces operating to form the earth’s major features. Topics emphasize study of rocks and minerals, earthquakes, volcanic activity, glaciation, surface water, and related topics. This course is a transfer IN course. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and must qualify for MATH 013 or MATH 022 , or higher. Corequisite(s): GEOS 115L .
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GEOS 115L - Physical Geology Laboratory
1 hrs (Sem I)
Examines principles of GEOS 115 . This course is a transferIN course. 3 laboratory hours.
Corequisite(s): GEOS 115 .
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GEOS 131 - Geoscience Explorations
1 hr (Sem I)
This course is intended for students considering a major in Geosciences. It is meant to engage students in their academic program and the college. Students will participate in research projects involving natural resources, geology, geography, meteorology or astronomy. The goals of the course are to give students a sense of community, explore problems in a team-based setting, develop important scientific and critical thinking skills, introduce students to academic resources available at the college, and explore potential career fields. Students with credit in BIOL 131 - Biology Explorations or CHEM 131 - Chemistry Explorations may NOT receive credit for GEOS 131 . 3 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 010 or ENGL 079 ; and must qualify for MATH 016 or MATH 022 , or higher.
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GEOS 201 - Field Geology/Geography
1 hr (Summer)
Various geologic and geographic resources are examined through a one-week field trip to selected regions of U.S. Visitations to industrial, agricultural, museums, mining sites, and natural features including state and national parks. Enrollment limited to 12. Contact the Earth Science Department Chairman for additional information. Offered on demand after Spring Semester Final Exams are completed. 2 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and must qualify for MATH 013 or MATH 022 , or higher.
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GEOS 204 - Oceanography
3 hrs (Sem I)
Description of ocean environments with detailed study of seawater, ocean life, ocean circulation, marine climates, and the sea floor. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 and MATH 013 or MATH 022 , or higher.
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GEOS 207 - World Geography
3 hrs (Sem II)
Application of geographic principles to interpretation of human activities in all major world regions. Emphasis on cultural, economic and political aspects of major nations. (This course satisfies a UCC Social Science elective, and satisfies the Diverse Cultures and Global Perspectives requirement, but does not satisfy a science elective.) 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and must qualify for MATH 013 or MATH 022 , or higher.
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GEOS 208 - Principles of Conservation
3 hrs (Sem II)
Consideration of basic conservation and land utilization principles. Discussion and readings of contemporary ecological and resource issues. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and must qualify for MATH 013 or MATH 022 , or higher.
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GEOS 210 - General Astronomy
3 hrs (Sem I)
General, non-mathematical survey of modern astronomy. Formation theories of solar system, nature of planets and stars, stellar classification, interstellar matter, nebulae, galaxies and cosmology. This course is a transferIN course. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and must qualify for MATH 013 or MATH 022 , or higher.
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GEOS 210L - General Astronomy Laboratory
1 hr (Sem I)
Laboratory to accompany GEOS 210 General Astronomy. Student will perform simple astrometric and telescopic calculations, and work with sky imagery to characterize planets, moons, stars, galaxies and other objects. Lab may involve virtual planetarium software as well as required nights of sky viewing. 3 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in GEOS 210 .
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GEOS 214 - Historical Geology
3 hrs (Sem II)
Introduction to earth changes throughout geologic time with emphasis on evolution and extinction of plant and animal life forms. Offered in alternate (odd-numbered) years. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and must qualify for MATH 013 or MATH 022 , or higher. Corequisite(s): GEOS 214L .
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GEOS 214L - Historical Geology Laboratory
1 hr (Sem II)
Examines principles of GEOS 214 . Offered in alternate (odd-numbered) years. 3 laboratory hours.
Corequisite(s): GEOS 214 .
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GEOS 216 - Earth Materials
3 hrs (Sem II)
Fundamental study of rocks and minerals-building blocks of solid earth. Physical and chemical characteristics of minerals, their interrelationships, introductory crystallography, descriptive mineralogy, hand specimen identification, geologic occurrence, and rock and mineral associations. Equipment and techniques used in mineralogy and petrology examined and brief historical synopsis provided. Offered in alternate (odd-numbered) years. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GEOS 115 and GEOS 115L . Corequisite(s): GEOS 216L .
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GEOS 216L - Earth Materials Laboratory
1 hr (Sem II)
Examines principles of GEOS 216 . Offered in alternate (odd-numbered) years. 3 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GEOS 115 and GEOS 115L , and students must also qualify for MATH 016 . Corequisite(s): GEOS 216 .
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GEOS 221 - Introduction to Weather and Climate
3 hrs (Sem I)
Provides the student with a fundamental understanding of; Earth’s atmosphere and weather systems, seasonal variations in solar radiation, air masses, frontal systems, storms, as well as the impact of changing weather patterns on climate and the environment. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and must qualify for MATH 013 or MATH 022 , or higher.
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GEOS 221L - Introduction to Weather and Climate Laboratory
1 hr (Sem I)
Students will participate in hands-on lab activities including basic map skills, interpretation and preparation of weather maps, adiabatic processes, climate modeling, and weather monitoring instrumentation and procedures. 3 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in GEOS 221 .
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GEOS 233 - Introduction to Geospatial Science
3 hrs (Sem II)
This course provides an introduction to the concepts of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems, (GPS) and remote sensing components of Geospatial Technology. This course is intended to be of value not only to future GIS specialists, but to all students with an interest in applying spatial thinking and analysis to their respective disciplines. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 and MATH 013 .
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GEOS 233L - Geospatial Science Laboratory
1 hr (Sem II)
This course provides hands-on exercises using Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems, (GPS) and remote sensing components of Geospatial Technology. Students will utilize ESRI ArcGIS and other software to conduct spatial and image analyses through a series of hands-on exercises. 3 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in GEOS 233 .
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GEOS 240 - Introductory Hydrology
3 hrs (Sem II)
This course examines the occurrence, distribution, movement, and properties of water in the hydrologic cycle with emphasis on the concepts and physical principles of surface and subsurface water flow. Students will investigate water resources, and the impact of water quality and quantity on the environment, and will learn techniques to solve introductory hydrologic problems. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GEOS 115 and GEOS 115L .
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GEOS 240L - Hydrology Laboratory
1 hr (Sem II)
This course examines principles of GEOS 240 with a special emphasis on field and laboratory methods associated with hydrological investigations. 3 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in GEOS 240 .
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GEOS 251 - Natural Hazards and Society
3 hrs (Sem I)
This course examines the Earth processes that create natural disasters, such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, landslides, forest fires, landslides, flooding, tornadoes, hurricanes, meteorite impacts, etc. The effects of natural disasters on society and the landscape will be investigated. In addition, a special focus will be placed on human responses to natural hazards, such as mitigation options, emergency response, policy, and social reactions. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and must qualify for MATH 013 or MATH 022 , or higher.
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GEOS 251L - Natural Hazards Laboratory
1 hr (Sem I)
This course provides hands-on learning in the field of natural hazards, including general Earth processes lab activities, examination and preparation of case studies, preparedness simulations, and other relevant geoscience lab activities. Offered in alternate (odd-numbered) years. 3 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in GEOS 251 .
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GEOS 304 - Soil Science
4 hrs (Sem II)
Differences in soils; soil genesis; physical, chemical and biological properties of soils; relation of soils to problems of land use and pollution; soil management relative to agriculture, fertility, erosion, drainage, and plant nutrition. Equipment and techniques of soil science are examined. Research paper on a current topic in soil science or in teaching methodologies is required. 3 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in CHEM 105 and CHEM 105L .
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GEOS 314 - Evolution of the Earth
3 hrs (Sem II)
Introduction to earth changes throughout geologic time with emphasis on evolution and extinction of plant and animal life forms. Research paper on a current topic in historical geology or in teaching methodologies is required. Offered in alternate (odd-numbered) years. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENGL 101 and MATH 102 . Corequisite(s): GEOS 314L .
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GEOS 314L - Evolution of the Earth Laboratory
1 hr (Sem II)
Examines principles of GEOS 314 and laboratory methodologies in historical geology. Offered in alternate (odd-numbered) years. 3 laboratory hours.
Corequisite(s): GEOS 314 .
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GEOS 316 - The Rock Forming Minerals
3 hrs (Sem II)
Fundamental study of minerals–building blocks of solid earth. Physical and chemical characteristics of minerals, their interrelationships, introductory crystallography, descriptive mineralogy, hand specimen identification, geologic occurrence, and rock and mineral associations. Equipment and techniques of mineralogy and brief historical synopsis. Research paper on a current topic in mineralogy or in teaching methodologies is required. Offered in alternate (odd-numbered) years. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GEOS 115 /115L and CHEM 105 . Corequisite(s): GEOS 316L .
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GEOS 316L - The Rock Forming Minerals Laboratory
1 hr (Sem II)
Examines principles of GEOS 316 and laboratory methodologies in mineralogy. Offered in alternate (odd-numbered) years. 3 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GEOS 115 and GEOS 115L . Corequisite(s): GEOS 316 .
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GRMN 100 - Basic Conversational German
2 hrs (Offered on Demand)
An introduction to spoken language focusing on traveler’s needs. Group practice, vocabulary building. 2 class hours.
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GRMN 101 - German Level I
4 hrs (Sem I)
An introduction to the German language and culture with emphasis on listening comprehension. Guided communication tasks, vocabulary building. Use of audio-visual aids, video, language lab, and “less-stress” techniques. This course is a transferIN course. 4 class hours.
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GRMN 103 - German Level II
4 hrs (Sem II)
A continuation of GRMN 101 with structured oral communication, vocabulary building. Introduction to reading of graded and glossed materials, basic grammatical structures, writing. This course is a transferIN course. 4 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GRMN 101 or appropriate placement test scores.
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GRMN 117 - Explore the German-Speaking World
3 hrs (Offered on Demand in the Summer)
This study tour of a German-speaking country or countries involves the following components: mandatory pre-departure orientation sessions, visits of cultural and educational sites, post-trip research paper on cultural or historical topic, and post-trip presentation on VU’s campus about travel experience. 3 class hours.
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GRMN 201 - German Level III
4 hrs (Offered on Demand)
Emphasis on reading. Conversation coordinated with reading of cultural text, written and oral reports. Continued study of grammar structures, vocabulary building. This course is a transferIN course. 4 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GRMN 103 or appropriate placement test score.
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GRMN 203 - German Level IV
4 hrs (Offered on Demand)
A continuation of GRMN 201 with emphasis on writing. Cultural and contemporary topics. This course is a transferIN course. 4 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GRMN 201 .
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GRMN 211 - Intermediate German Readings I
4 hrs (Offered on Demand)
Short stories from modern literature, including works of authors Boll, Wolf, Lenz, Brecht. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GRMN 201 .
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GRMN 212 - Intermediate German Readings II
3 hrs (Offered on Demand)
Selections from classical literature include such authors as Lessing, Goethe, Schiller. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GRMN 201 .
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GRMN 217 - Intermediate Conversational German
2 hrs (Offered on Demand)
This course is designed to provide students at an intermediate level of proficiency additional listening and speaking practice in German. Conversation is coordinated with readings on cultural and contemporary topics. Students engage in dialogs and make short oral presentations. 2 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GRMN 201 .
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GRMN 230 - A Survey of German Civilization
3 hrs (Offered on Demand)
An overview of the civilization and culture of the Germanic peoples will be followed by an in-depth investigation (a topic of the student’s choice). 3 class hours.
Writing Reading and Speaking Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and have a grade of C or better in GRMN 201 .
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HIMT 100 - Introduction to Health Information Management
3 hrs (Sem I)
Introduces philosophy and ethical relationship of records. Reviews health care delivery system, analysis, organization and responsibilities of medical staff, numbering and filing systems, registers and accreditation organizations. 2 lecture hours, 3 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance to the Health Information Management Program.
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HIMT 110 - Medical Terminology for Allied Health
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course is designed to acquaint students with the specialized language of medicine by focusing on the precise communication required by practitioners in medicine (i.e., health information managers, physical therapists, nurses, surgical technologists, occupational therapists, respiratory care practitioners, dental hygienists, doctors, etc.) and related fields. After learning the word elements (prefixes, suffices, and combining forms), and being taught the correlation between word elements, abbreviations and symbols with the basic anatomy, physiology and disease processes of the human body, students will be able to quickly recognize medical word meanings and understand medical reports. This course is a transferIN course. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 010 or ENGL 079 .
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HIMT 121 - Data Analysis
1 hr (Sem II)
Emphasizes acquiring basic knowledge and skills in health statistics and health data systems. Also emphasizes data analysis (descriptive statistics, basics of data presentations, etc) and preliminary electronic health record information. 3 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in HIMT 100 and HIMT 110 .
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HIMT 130 - Medicolegal Aspects of Health Records
3 hrs (Sem II)
Discusses concepts and principles of laws, discusses concepts and principals of ethics, health record as a legal document, confidential communication, consents, authorization release of information, privacy and security, and current trends in health legislation. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for placement into MATH 102 or MATH 103 , or higher; and qualify for ENGL 101 , or higher.
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HIMT 190 - Professional Practice I
2 hrs (Sem I)
This course is designed to provide hands-on experience at an affiliate facility in admissions, filing/numbering systems, discharge analysis, health statistics, tumor registry and release of information. 90 practicum hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in HIMT 121 , HIMT 130 , BIOL 107 , and BIOL 107L .
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HIMT 200 - Health Care Coding I
4 hrs (Sem I)
This course continues study of health records with emphasis on nomenclature, coding and indexing, sequencing of diagnoses and procedures, MS-DRG and prospective payment system, emphasis on ICD-10 coding and instruction on the rules for ICD-9 as a legacy system and for research purposes. 2 lecture hours, 6 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in HIMT 121 , HIMT 130 , HIMT 190 , BIOL 107 and BIOL 107L .
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HIMT 204 - Health Care Coding II
3 hrs (Sem II)
Advanced sequencing of diagnosis and procedures, coding principles as they apply to coding for prospective payment, and HCPCS coding principles will be discussed with emphasis on CPT coding. Students will acquire hands-on experience with outpatient chart and computer coding, plus reimbursement methodology. Intensive 8-week course preceding HIMT 240 . 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in HIMT 200 , HIMT 211 , HIMT 212 .
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HIMT 206 - Medical Transcription I
3 hrs (Sem II)
This is a self-paced course that introduces the various forms in a basic medical office. Emphasis is placed on letters, instruments, lab reports, pharmacology, transcription career, resumes, etc. Recommend that student be able to demonstrate correct English usage, applying the rules of proper grammar, punctuation and style, using correct spelling and logical sentence structure. 3 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in or concurrent enrollment in HIMT 110 , OADM 230 , ENGL 101 , BIOL 111 and BIOL 111L .
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HIMT 207 - Medical Transcription II
3 hrs (Sem II)
The study of medical transcription with proficiency in using standard references, such as medical dictionaries and drug indexes. Utilizes taped dictation by doctors with emphasis on accuracy of the completed report (utilizing various software). 1 lecture hour, 6 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in or concurrent enrollment in HIMT 206 , ACCT 100 , and COMM 143 .
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HIMT 211 - Clinical Quality Management
3 hrs (Sem I)
This course emphasizes acquiring basic knowledge and skills in medical care evaluation, performance improvement techniques and research, utilization management, meaningful use, risk management, accreditation/licensure requirements, and corporate compliance. Emphasis is also placed on acquiring basic knowledge and skills in EHR (electronic health record - technology applications, database management, etc), PHR (personal health record), and data analysis (monitoring quality and accuracy of clinical data, documentation of improvement methods, etc). 2 lecture hours, 3 laboratory hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in HIMT 121 and HIMT 130 .
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HIMT 213 - Pharmacopathology for Allied Health
3 hrs (Sem I)
This course is an introduction to the cause, course, and effects of disease and the medications that may be used in treatment. The course will take a body systems approach. The leading causes of disease and their treatments for each system will be discussed. Appropriate use of abbreviations and terminology will be a major component of this course. In addition, this course will also introduce the fundamentals of transcription, as well as surgical and laboratory terms. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in HIMT 121 and HIMT 130 .
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HIMT 220 - Reimbursement and Management Processes
3 hrs (Sem II)
Intensive eight-week course preceding HIMT 240 . Includes discussion and practice of governmental and commercial reimbursements, health information management-personnel supervision, professional relations, current trends, and employment situations for graduates. Also covers topics of clinical document improvement (CDI); coding information from a data analysis perspective; auditing; and billing reconciliations. 3 lecture hours.
Writing Reading and Speaking Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in HIMT 200 , HIMT 211 , and HIMT 212 .
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HIMT 240 - Professional Practice II
3 hrs (Sem II)
Students will practice theoretical knowledge and skills in an extended field experience. Students are placed in the health information management department of a health care facility. 135 practicum hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in HIMT 200 , HIMT 211 , and HIMT 213 .
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HIMT 250 - Seminar in Health Information Management
2 hrs (Sem II)
This course is an in-depth review of the areas of concentration covered by the Health Information Management curriculum in preparation for the AHIMA Registered Health Information Technician Exam (RHIT). 2 class hours.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in HIMT 200 , HIMT 211 , HIMT 213 .
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HIST 125 - History of American Technology
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course will examine the technological development of the modern world and especially emphasizes the United States. Emphasis will be given not only to the inventions themselves but the reasons why such technology was needed and what influence the technology has had on our society. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 010 or ENGL 079 , or higher.
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HIST 131 - Survey of European History I
3 hrs (Sem I)
A survey of European history up to 1600, the development of ancient civilizations, the rise and fall of ancient empires, the origin and growth of the Christian church, politics and civilization of the Middle Ages, the Renaissance and Reformation. 3 lecture hours.
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HIST 132 - Survey of European History II
3 hrs (Sem II)
A survey of European history dealing with Commercial Revolution; absolutism, the Enlightenment; the French Revolution; the industrial developments of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries; politics and wars of the twentieth century; and contemporary economics, social, and cultural change. 3 lecture hours.
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HIST 139 - American History I
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
The colonial period; causes and results of the American Revolution; the development of the federal system of government; the growth of democracy; early popular American culture; territorial expansion; slavery and its effects; sectionalism; causes and effects of the Civil War; Reconstruction, political and economic. This course is a transferIN course. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 010 or ENGL 079 , or higher.
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HIST 140 - American History II
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
Industrial growth of the nation and its effects, agrarian and urban discontent and attempts at reform, World War I, the Roaring Twenties, social and governmental changes of the thirties, World War II and its consequences, the growth of the federal government, social and political upheaval in the sixties and seventies, and the conservatism of the eighties. This course is a transferIN course. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 010 or ENGL 079 , or higher.
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HIST 155 - Survey of Architectural History
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
This course presents a survey of architectural history including various significant works dating from prehistoric times to the present. Students are introduced to the effects of cultural influences on the use, structure, and aesthetics of specific architectural works as well as recognized periods of history. 3 lecture hours.
Writing Reading Intensive Course
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 .
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HIST 164 - Introduction to Afro-American History
3 hrs (Sem I)
A survey of the origins and history of the Afro-American culture in the Americas from 1400 to present. Topics include African Tribal Culture, Arabic, English, Dutch, and American slave trade, the culture of slavery, the Abolitionist movement, the Civil Rights movement of the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s, Black Liberationism, and Afro-American culture at the millennium. 3 lecture hours.
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HIST 230 - Special Topics in History
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
A study of special topics in history. Different topics or internships will be selected each semester for indepth studies by the student. 3 lecture hours.
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HIST 232 - Indiana History
3 hrs (Sem II)
A study of the geographical features; prehistoric and historic Indians; the French and British periods; the American Revolution; the territorial period; formation of the state; immigration; Indiana’s part in the national wars; agricultural, commercial, and industrial development. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 010 or ENGL 079 , or higher.
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HIST 235 - World Civilization I
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
The development of early civilizations of the Eastern Hemisphere, the civilizations of Greece and Rome, the rise and growth of Christianity and Islam, early Oriental history, medieval Europe, the Renaissance and Reformation, power politics and diplomacy, the expansion of Europe and its effect on various civilizations, scientific and intellectual developments to 1650. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 .
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HIST 236 - World Civilization II
3 hrs (Sem I, II)
Seventeenth Century absolutism, science and economics, the Enlightenment and the French Revolution; Romanticism, the Industrial Revolution; revolutions of the nineteenth century; colonialism and imperialism and their effects on under-developed areas; the prelude to World War I and the war itself; twentieth century world politics and the cold war; independence movements in Africa and Asia; recent social and cultural developments. 3 lecture hours.
Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 .
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