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2010-2011 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses

 
  

  • DCOM 490 - Seminar (C)

    A highly focused and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as Internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to fewer than 20 students.

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-6


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  • DCOM 491 - Independent Study (C)

    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems, and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-3


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  • DCOM 495 - Practicum (C)

    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-6


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  • DCOM 496 - Field Experience (C)

    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study established between the student, instructor and field experience supervisor. Due to the presence of a field experience supervisor, a lower level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case in an internship or practicum course.

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-6


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  • DHYG 213 - Embryology

    The study of developing body tissue with emphasis on tissues of the oral cavity.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites:  DHYG 214 and 214L

    Credits: 1


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  • DHYG 214 - Histology and Oral Pathology

    The study of mature body tissues with emphasis on tissue of the oral cavity. Study of oral development and pathology is also included.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 214L

    Credits: 3


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  • DHYG 214L - Histology and Oral Pathology Laboratory

    The study of developing and mature body tissues with emphasis on tissues of the oral cavity. Study of oral developmental and pathology is also included.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 214

    Credits: 0


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  • DHYG 218 - Medical and Dental Emergencies

    The prevention, recognition, and treatment of medical/dental emergencies is addressed as well as skills in obtaining vital signs.

    Credits: 2


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  • DHYG 227 - Principles of Radiography

    Study of the use of x-rays in dentistry that includes equipment design and operation, radiation safety, and basic radiograph exposure techniques.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 227L

    Credits: 2


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  • DHYG 227L - Principles of Radiography Laboratory

    Laboratory and clinical experience in exposing intra- and extra-oral radiographs.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 227

    Credits: 0


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  • DHYG 230 - Clinical Skills Development I

    Lecture, laboratory, and clinical instruction for fundamental clinical dental hygiene skills, patient care, and disease prevention.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisites: DHYG 230CL/230L

    Credits: 5


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  • DHYG 230CL - Clinical Skills Development I Clinical Laboratory

    Lecture, laboratory, and clinical instruction for fundamental clinical dental hygiene skills, patient care, and disease prevention.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 230

    Credits: 0


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  • DHYG 230L - Clinical Skills Development I Laboratory

    Lecture, laboratory, and clinical instruction for fundamental clinical dental hygiene skills, patient care, and disease prevention.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 230

    Credits: 0


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  • DHYG 231 - Dental Anatomy

    Study of oral structures, tooth morphology, nomenclature, and head/neck anatomy.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 231L

    Credits: 3


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  • DHYG 231L - Dental Anatomy Laboratory

    Study of oral structures, tooth morphology, nomenclature, and head/neck anatomy.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 231

    Credits: 0


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  • DHYG 233 - Radiography Practicum

    Laboratory and clinical experience in exposing intra- and extra-oral radiographs.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 233L

    Credits: 2


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  • DHYG 233L - Radiography Practicum Clinical Laboratory

    Study of the use of x-rays in dentistry that includes equipment design and operation, radiation safety, and basic radiograph exposure techniques.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 233

    Credits: 0


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  • DHYG 236 - Clinical Skills Development II

    Continuation of DHYG 230 with expanded clinical experience. Lecture topics focus on patient management and education.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 236CL

    Credits: 4


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  • DHYG 236CL - Clinical Skills Development II Clinical Laboratory

    Continuation of DHYG 230 with expanded clinical experience. Lecture topics focus on patient management and education.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 236

    Credits: 0


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  • DHYG 310 - Pharmacology

    Major drug groups, their actions and uses are reviewed. Emphasis will be placed on drugs used in dentistry and how other drugs affect management and treatment of the dental patient.

    Credits: 3


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  • DHYG 311 - Ethics and Jurisprudence

    Ethical conduct of the dental professional is discussed along with state dental practice acts and other legal/regulatory issues affecting dental hygiene practice.

    Credits: 1


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  • DHYG 315 - Nutrition

    Principles of adequate nutrition and diet are covered with special emphasis on dietary evaluation and counseling related to prevention and control of dental disease.

    Credits: 3


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  • DHYG 321 - Dental Materials I

    Introduction to restorative and other materials used in dentistry.  Biological and physical properties are related to operative dental and dental hygiene procedures.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Co-requisite: DHYG 321L

    Credits: 1


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  • DHYG 321L - Dental Materials I Lab

    Introduction to restorative and other materials used in dentistry.  Biological and physical properties are related to operative dental and dental hygiene procedures. 

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 321

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    Lab fee charged.

    Credits: 0


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  • DHYG 322 - Dental Materials II

    Continuation of the study of restorative and other materials used in dentistry.  Biological and physical properties are related to operative dental and dental hygiene procedures.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 322L

    Credits: 2


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  • DHYG 322L - Dental Materials II Laboratory

    The study of restorative and other materials used in dentistry. Biological and physical properties are related to operative dental and dental hygiene procedures.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 322

    Credits: 0


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  • DHYG 331 - Practicum I

    Clinical and seminar course in advanced clinical practice. Seminar topics include advanced clinical procedures, current issues, and practice management.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 331CL

    Credits: 6


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  • DHYG 331CL - Practicum I Clinical Laboratory

    Clinical and seminar course in advanced clinical practice. Seminar topics include advanced clinical procedures, current issues, and practice management.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 331

    Credits: 0


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  • DHYG 333 - Dental Health Education and the Community

    Background and techniques in organization and evaluation of community health programs are studied using biostatistics as an evaluative tool. Emphasis on dental preventive and control measures in the field of community dental health will be designed, implemented, and evaluated by students.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 333L

    Credits: 4


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  • DHYG 333L - Dental Health Education and the Community Laboratory

    Background and techniques in organization and evaluation of community health programs are studied using biostatistics as an evaluative tool. Emphasis on dental preventive and control measures in the field of community dental health will be designed, implemented, and evaluated by students.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 333

    Credits: 0


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  • DHYG 335 - Practicum II

    Continuation of DHYG 331 with seminars emphasizing advanced clinical skills and current issues.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 335CL

    Credits: 6


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  • DHYG 335CL - Practicum II Clinical Laboratory

    Continuation of DHYG 331 with seminars emphasizing advanced clinical skills and current issues.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 335

    Credits: 0


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  • DHYG 336 - Peridontology I

    A study of preventive periodontics, the diagnosis and etiology of periodontal diseases and the pathology of periodontal diseases. Laboratory and clinical experience with conservative periodontal therapies, TMJ assessment, pulp vitality testing, adjunctive antimicrobial therapy, and periodontal data analysis are included in this course.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 336CL

    Credits: 3


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  • DHYG 336CL - Peridontology I Clinical Laboratory

    A study of preventive periodontics, the diagnosis and etiology of periodontal diseases and the pathology of periodontal diseases. Laboratory and clinical experience with conservative periodontal therapies, TMJ assessment, pulp vitality testing, adjunctive antimicrobial therapy, and periodontal data analysis are included in this course.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 336

    Credits: 0


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  • DHYG 337 - Periodontology II

    Continuation of the study of preventive periodontics, the diagnosis and etiology of periodontal diseases and the pathology of periodontal diseases. Clinical experience with conservative periodontal therapies is emphasized in this course.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 337CL

    Credits: 2


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  • DHYG 337CL - Periodontology II Clinical Laboratory

    Continuation of the study of preventive periodontics, the diagnosis and etiology of periodontal diseases and the pathology of periodontal diseases. Clinical experience with conservative periodontal therapies is emphasized in this course.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 337

    Credits: 0


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  • DHYG 350 - Oral Local Anesthesiology

    Course includes specialized study in anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, armamentarium and technique leading to clinical competency in the administration of local anesthetic agents. Prevention, recognition, and management of the anesthetic-associated medical emergencies are discussed.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 350C

    Credits: 2


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  • DHYG 350C - Oral Local Anesthesiology Clinical Laboratory

    Course includes specialized study in anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, armamentarium and technique leading to clinical competency in the administration of local anesthetic agents. Prevention, recognition, and management of the anesthetic-associated medical emergencies are discussed.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 350

    Credits: 0


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  • DHYG 351 - Nitrous Oxide Sedation/Analgesia

    Complete course in administration and monitoring of nitrous oxide as a sedative and analgesic during dental hygiene and dental procedures. Content includes such areas as physiology, pharmacology, patient assessment and considerations, appropriate administration technique and recovery. Clinical experience is included in this course.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 351CL

    Credits: 1


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  • DHYG 351CL - Nitrous Oxide Sedation/Analgesia Clinical Laboratory

    Complete course in administration and monitoring of nitrous oxide as a sedative and analgesic during dental hygiene and dental procedures. Content includes such areas as physiology, pharmacology, patient assessment, and patient considerations. Clinical experience is included in this course.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: DHYG 351

    Credits: 0


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  • DHYG 391 - Independent Study (C)

    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems, and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-3


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  • DHYG 396 - Dental Practice Management and Field Experience (C)

    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study established between the student, instructor, and field experience supervisor. Due to the presence of a field experience supervisor, a lower level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case in an internship or practicum course.

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 5


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  • DHYG 396C - Clinical: Dental Practice Management and Field Experience

    This course will provide an orientation to private practice dentistry and dental practice management issues. Topics to be discussed will include practice management software, third party payors, office management, interpersonal professional communication, clinical dentistry, etc. A three-week field experience in a private dental practice will offer the student exposure to and experience with all aspects of dental private practice.

    Credits: 0


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  • DHYG 396G - Dental Practice Management/Field Experience

    This course will provide an orientation to private practice dentistry and dental practice management issues. Topics to be discussed will include practice management software, third party payors, office management, interpersonal professional communication, clinical dentistry, etc. A three-week field experience in a private dental practice will offer the student exposure to and experience with all aspects of dental private practice.

    Credits: 0


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  • DRED 493 - Workshop (C)

    Special, intense sessions in specific topic areas. Approximately 45 hours of work is required for each hour of credit. Workshops may vary in time range but typically use a compressed time period for delivery. They may include lectures, conferences, committee work, and group activity.

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-3


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  • ECON 201 - Principles of Microeconomics (C)

    Principles of Microeconomics studies basic economic concepts as they relate to consumer, worker, and business decisions. Emphasis is given to satisfaction maximizing behavior by individuals and profit maximization by firms. Market structures are thoroughly analyzed regarding their effect on price, output, and competitiveness.

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • ECON 202 - Principles of Macroeconomics (C)

    Principles of Macroeconomics considers the economy as a whole, how its sectors interact, and how monetary and fiscal policy can influence output, inflation, interest rates, unemployment, poverty, debt, and other factors.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Prerequisites ECON 201

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • ECON 301 - Intermediate Microeconomics (C)

    Intermediate Microeconomics examines more advanced microeconomic theory, then applies it to consumers’ and businesses’ consumption, pricing, and output decisions in various types of markets.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: ECON 201 and 202; and MATH 121 or 123 or 125 or 225

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • ECON 302 - Intermediate Macroeconomics (C)

    Intermediate Macroeconomics examines more advanced macroeconomic theories, then uses them to understand the determinants of national output, prices, interest rates, and employment under various conditions, and to evaluate effectiveness of monetary and fiscal policies.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: ECON 201 and 202

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • ECON 330 - Money and Banking (C)

    Money and Banking examines the historical development of money, the bank system, and the federal reserve in the United States. The course studies interest rate determination and how monetary policy affects rates and the economy.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: ECON 201 and 202

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • ECON 403 - History of Economic Thought (C)

    History of Economic Thought surveys the historical development of economic theory from ancient to modern times. The writings of Aristotle, Adam Smith, Marx, and Marshall provide part of the diverse menu of economic thought.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: ECON 201 and 202

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • ECON 404 - American Economic History (C)

    American Economic History surveys the economic development of the United States, with special attention given to the effects of political, social, and economic conditions.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: ECON 201 and 202

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    Credits: 3


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  • ECON 405 - Comparative Economic Systems (C)

    Comparative Economic Systems studies the characteristics of modern economic systems and the significant thought and experience that have influenced their emergence and development. It uses the U.S. as a benchmark for comparing developed and developing economies in terms of output per capita, social welfare, income distribution, and other conditions.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: ECON 201 and 202

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 2-3


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  • ECON 410 - Economic Growth & Development

    Economic Growth and Development surveys the major economic and non-economic problems of developing nations. Consideration is given to national and international policies for economic development.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: ECON 201 and 202

    Credits: 3


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  • ECON 421 - Econometrics

    Econometrics is a study of the application of statistical and mathematical methods to the analysis of economic data. Application of econometric analysis to real-world data is emphasized.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: ECON 201 and 202; and BADM 220 or STAT 281 or MATH 281; and MATH 121 or 123 or higher

    Note
    Registration restriction: Junior or Senior Standing

    Cross-listed: STAT 421

    Credits: 3


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  • ECON 432 - Economics of State & Local Government

    Economics of State and Local Governments involves a study of the problems and policies of raising and spending revenue by sub-national governments. The scope is broad enough to include not only the tax sources of states, counties, municipalities, and school districts but borrowing and grants-in-aid as well. In addition, the major expenditures of these governments are analyzed.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: ECON 201 and 202

    Credits: 3


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  • ECON 433 - Public Finance (C)

    Public Finance focuses on the role of the public sector in the United States economy. It uses economic analysis to examine when government intervention in a market economy might be justified and to evaluate public spending and taxes.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: ECON 201 and 202

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • ECON 441 - International Trade (C)

    International Trade studies the basis of international trade, investment, migration, and regional integration, and considers contemporary international economic problems and policies.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: ECON 201 and 202

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • ECON 450 - Industrial Organization (C)

    Industrial organization studies how different industry structures influence firm performance and business practices, and how government policies affect competitiveness and the economy.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: ECON 201 and 202

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • ECON 451 - Economics for Managers

    Economics for Managers involves the application of microeconomic theory to business decision-making.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: ECON 201 and 202; and MATH 121 or 123

    Credits: 3


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  • ECON 465 - Game Theory

    Game Theory is the study of strategic interaction, characterized by situations in which everyone’s well-being is dependent on each agent’s actions. Normal and extensive form games are analyzed and the Nash and subgame perfect equilibrium concepts are introduced. Applications to oligopolistic competition are emphasized.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: ECON 201 and 202

    Credits: 3


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  • ECON 472 - Resource & Environmental Economics (C)

    Resource and Environmental Economics surveys the allocation and conservation of natural resources from a perspective of optimal use and sustainability. Emphasis is placed on environmental economics including the problems of pollution, population, and economic growth. Methods for evaluating projects and programs are considered.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: ECON 201 and 202

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • ECON 482 - Labor Economics (C)

    Labor Economics studies the functioning of labor markets. Topics include the theory of labor supply, unions, discrimination, and the government role in labor markets.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: ECON 201 and 202

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • ECON 488 - International Business and Economic Studies

    International Business and Economic Studies is a study tour, lasting about one month, of at least four European countries. Students will attend daily briefings at businesses, labor unions, government agencies and international institutions to learn about the importance of international business and economics to South Dakota and to their careers.

    Credits: 1-6


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  • ECON 490 - Seminar (C)

    A highly focused and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as Internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to fewer than 20 students.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course prerequisites: ECON 201 and 202

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-3


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  • ECON 491 - Independent Study (C)

    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.

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    Registration restriction: Instructor consent, Business or economics majors only

    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-4


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  • ECON 492 - Topics (C)

    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-4


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  • ECON 494 - Internship (C)

    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.

    Note
    Registration Restriction: Economics majors in good standing who have completed junior level coursework

    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-6


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  • ECON 498 - Undergraduate Research/Scholarship (C)

    Includes Senior Project, and Capstone Experience. Independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and the student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical.

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 0-12


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  • EDER 415 - Educational Assessment (C)

    A study of educational measurements covering both the elementary and secondary fields.

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    Credits: 2


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  • EDFN 338 - Foundations of American Education (C)

    A survey of the goals, history, organization, and philosophy of pre-K-12 American education, with emphasis on teaching as a profession, contemporary issues and practices, legal and ethical responsibilities, and attributes of effective teachers.

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    Credits: 1-2


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  • EDFN 365 - Computer-Based Technology & Learning (C)

    Prepares students to integrate computers into the curriculum by exploring the evolving uses and expectations of technology as a teaching and learning tool. Course objectives based on ISTE standards.

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    Credits: 2-3


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  • EDFN 395 - Practicum (C)

    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid.  Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study.  A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.

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    Credits: 1


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  • EDFN 453 - Personal Transition & Change Management

    This course explores the personal side of change, the difference between change and transition, and basic change theory.

    Credits: 2


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  • EDFN 475 - Human Relations (C)

    Focuses on characteristics, contributions, and strengths of a pluralistic society; various cultural perspectives and specific information about cultures; the dehumanizing impact of biases and negative stereotypes; and the human relations approach to teaching.

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    Credits: 3


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  • ELED 121 - Physical Science for Elementary School Teachers

    Selected content, materials and laboratory procedures in the physical sciences for elementary majors.

    Credits: 2


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  • ELED 162 - Geography for Elementary Teachers

    An analysis of cultural and physical features through a systematic study of major world regions.

    Credits: 2


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  • ELED 296 - Field Experience (C)

    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study established between the student, instructor and field experience supervisor. Due to the presence of a field experience supervisor, a lower level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case in an internship or practicum course.

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    Credits: 1


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  • ELED 311 - Introduction to Early Childhood

    Provides understanding of early childhood education today. Covers many kinds of early education programs, research, developmental theories, teaching young children and basic philosophy underlying early childhood education.

    Credits: 3


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  • ELED 320 - K-8 Science Methods (C)

    Students develop an understanding of the tools of inquiry of K-8 science; the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate a variety of instructional strategies and processes that incorporate learning resources, materials, technologies, and state and national curriculum standards appropriate to K-8 science; the ability to assess student learning in K-8 science; and to apply these knowledge, skills, and attitudes to real life situations and experiences.

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 2-3


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  • ELED 330 - K-8 Math Methods (C)

    Students develop an understanding of the tools of inquiry of K-8 math; the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate a variety of instructional strategies and processes that incorporate learning resources, materials, technologies, and state and national curriculum standards appropriate to K-8 math; the ability to assess student learning in K-8 math; and to apply these knowledge, skills, and attitudes to real life situations and experiences.

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    Credits: 2-3


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  • ELED 342 - Grammar for Teachers (K-8)

    This course is designed to enhance a student’s understanding and competency in the use of grammar in K-8 grades.

    Credits: 1


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  • ELED 343 - Technology in Literacy & Language (P-8)

    This course is designed to include a variety of instructional strategies based on knowledge of subject matter and technology. Students will be introduced to the uses of technology in literacy and language arts in preschool through 8th grade.

    Credits: 1


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  • ELED 352 - Understanding Reading Process I

    This course is designed to introduce students to the reading processes that affect literacy acquisition. Focus will be given to the role of language in learning to read, to the social constructive processes that influence reading acquisition, and to how perceptual and cognitive processes interact in children’s literacy.

    Credits: 1


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  • ELED 360 - K-8 Social Science Methods (C)

    Students develop an understanding of the tools of inquiry of K-8 social studies; the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate a variety of instructional strategies and processes that incorporate learning resources, materials, technologies, and state and national curriculum standards appropriate to K-8 social studies; the ability to assess student learning in K-8 social studies; and to apply these knowledge, skills, and attitudes to real life situations and experiences.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 2


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  • ELED 394 - Internship (C)

    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than in the case with field experience courses.

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-2


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  • ELED 395 - Practicum

    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.

    Credits: 1


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  • ELED 412 - Kindergarten Education (C)

    An overview of the principles and philosophy of kindergarten education as it relates to curriculum planning and the development of activities and materials. Course utilizes NAEYC curriculum standards.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • ELED 413 - Early Childhood Curriculum (C)

    The materials and methods employed with young children in early childhood education programs with emphasis on developmentally appropriate practices.

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 3


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  • ELED 422 - Science/Math Technology (K-8)

    Methods of integrating the teaching of science and mathematics through the use of technology.

    Credits: 1


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  • ELED 431 - Classroom Management

    This course is designed to explore the principles and practices of effective classroom management. It also examines methods of establishing a safe, orderly, and equitable learning environment that fosters positive social interaction, active engagement in learning and self-motivation.

    Credits: 1


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  • ELED 432 - Teaching Remedial Mathematics (K-8)

    This course is designed to introduce students to methods of teaching remedial mathematics to children in K-8.

    Credits: 1


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  • ELED 433 - Professional and Ethical Issues

    Course provides skill building in strategies necessary for applying integration of content, work sample/unit development, and dealing with professional and ethical issues in the elementary school.

    Prerequisites and Corequisites
    Course corequisite: ELED 394

    Note
    Registration restriction: Admission to Teacher Education

    Credits: 1


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  • ELED 440 - K-8 Language Arts Methods (C)

    Students develop an understanding of the tools of inquiry of K-8 language arts, integrating reading, writing, speaking and listening, the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate a variety of instructional strategies and processes that incorporate learning resources, materials, technologies, and state and national curriculum standards appropriate to K-8 language arts; the ability to assess student learning in K-8 language arts; and to apply these knowledge, skills, and attitudes to real life situations and experiences.

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 2-3


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  • ELED 450 - K-8 Reading Methods (C)

    Students develop an understanding of the research and tools of inquiry of K-8 reading; the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate a variety of instructional strategies and processes that incorporate learning resources, materials, technologies, and state and national curriculum standards appropriate to K-8 reading; the ability to assess student learning in K-8 reading; and to apply these knowledge, skills, and attitudes to real life situations and experiences.

    Note
    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 2-3


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  • ELED 453 - Understanding Reading Process II

    This course is designed to expand understanding of reading processes by introducing students to perceptual and cognitive processes associated with low progress children. The focus will be the role of phonological awareness, perception, and cognitive processes in literacy learning of low progress readers.

    Credits: 1


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  • ELED 458 - Introduction to Literacy Assessment and Remediation

    This introductory course to remedial reading will present material relative to the factors of disability, principles and techniques of group and individual assessment and techniques and materials for remediation.

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    Registration restriction: Admission to Teacher Education

    Credits: 3


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  • ELED 462 - Teaching English as a New Language

    This course is designed to introduce and prepare students to teach new English language learners in diverse classrooms. This course focuses on curriculum, instruction, and assessment methods for teaching English as a new language to multicultural students in rural and urban settings.

    Credits: 2


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  • ELED 488 - K-8 Student Teaching (C)

    Students preparing for teaching in the elementary school will observe, participate, and teach under the supervision of the regular classroom teacher in an approved elementary school.

    Note
    An additional mandatory fee applies to this course

    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 2-16


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  • ELED 491 - Independent Study (C)

    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Student complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.

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    (C) denotes common course

    Credits: 1-6


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