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2009 Summer Course Descriptions Term I: June 1 to 27, 2009 NOTE: Any student intending to receive a degree date of August 1, 2009 must have all summer course work completed and grades submitted by the August deadline. Link to Interactive Banner Self-Service Class Schedule 2009 Tuition for Undergraduates is $525 per semester hour CRN means Course Registration Number Schedule Changes & Alterations for Summer 2009
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ARTARTD 230: Ceramics I - AR - click for Bannerweb info Ceramic materials and techniques including hand-built and wheel-thrown methods, clay and glaze formation. Includes a survey of ceramic art. (4) ARTD 487: Special Topics in Art: 3D Digital Modeling - click for Bannerweb info Description coming. (4) BIOLOGYBIOL 116: Introduction Ecology - NS, SM - click for Bannerweb info A study of the interrelationships between organisms and their environment examining concepts in ecology that lead to understanding the nature and structure of ecosystems and how humans impact ecosystems. Includes laboratory. Not intended for biology majors. (4) BIOL 161: Principles of Biology I - NS, SM - click for Bannerweb info Cellular and molecular levels of biological organization; cell ultrastructure and physiology, Mendelian and molecular genetics, energy transduction. Includes laboratory. Co-registration in Chemistry 104, 120, or 125 recommended. (4) BIOL 161: Principles of Biology I LAB - click for Bannerweb info BIOL 205: Human Anatomy and Physiology I - NS, SM - click for Bannerweb info The first half of a two-course sequence. Topics include matter, cells, tissues, and the anatomy and physiology of four systems: skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine. Laboratory includes cat dissection and experiments in muscle physiology and reflexes. Not designed for biology majors. (4) BIOL 441: Mammalian Physiology - click for Bannerweb info BUSINESSBUSA 340: Non-Profit Management - click for Bannerweb infoAn introduction to the many facets of running or working with non-profits. Topics include strategic planning, organizational structure, budgeting and financial management, legal and tax issues, marketing, and personnel management. Open to all majors. Prerequisite: Junior standing. (3) CHEMISTRYCHEM 331: Organic Chemistry I - click for Bannerweb info Co-Register with CHEM 333 Lab An introduction to structure, reactivity, and general properties of organic molecules. Prequisite: CHEM 116. Co-Requisite: CHEM 333. (4) CLASSICSCLAS 350: Classical and Comparative Mythology - click for Bannerweb info A literary study of myths and of the methodologies used to interpret their origin, function, and meaning. This study orginates in the texts of Greco-Roman authors and includes comparisons with other world myths. All readings are in English, but students with other language abilities are encouraged to use them. (4) COMMUNICATION AND THEATRECOMA 213: Communication Writing - click for Bannerweb info Examines principles of clear written expression that are needed for communication coursework and in communication-related careers. Focus is on writing mechanics, style, documentation formats, database searching, making claims clearly, and supporting claims with evidence in ways that are appropriate to context, purpose and audience. (2) COMA 303: Gender and Communication, A - click for Bannerweb info This course examines the relationship between gender and communication in human interaction and media representations. Comparison and contrast of male and female communication styles, language usage and speech practices. Role of media in shaping gender ideals and possibilities. Prerequisites: COMA 101, 102, 120 or consent of instructor. (4) COMA 424: Advanced Media Production - click for Bannerweb info The production process for developing broadcast quality "film-style shorts" using professional video equipment. The course includes: script development, casting, location scouting, lighting effects, sound design, shot structure, use of special effects, and editing aesthetics. Prerequisites: COMA 101, 102, 120, 212, 213, and 321. (4) COMA 462: Digital Media Production - click for Bannerweb info Studies the principles and processes involved in preparing messages for print or online distribution. Integrates design concepts with technical applications. Prerequisites: COMA 101, 102, 120, 212, 213 or consent of instructor (4) COMPUTER SCIENCE and COMPUTER ENGINEERINGCSCE 120: Computerized Information Systems, NS - click for Bannerweb info Introduction to computers including net-centric computering, computer ethics, operating systems, spreadsheets, graphics, and related topics. Includes a computer laboratory component. Prerequisite: MATH 128 or MATH 140 or equivalent. (4) CSCE 287: Special Topics in Computers - click for Bannerweb info Topic: Introduction to programming Alice (4)ECONOMICSECON 495: ST: Economics of Wine Join a team of student-consultants investigating the economics of winemaking and wine pricing in established and emerging winemaking regions of the Pacific Northwest. Travel to the Columbia, Walla Walla, and Yakima Valleys, as we compare the economics of winemaking in these regions. What determines wine values? How is the industry organized? Learn the relative importance of grape characteristics, appellation, and expert taster's ratings such as those of Robert Parker. The course includes a unique internship opportunity to complete a wine economics research project and present its results to key stakeholders at Walla Walla's Institute of Enology and Viticulture. (40. EDUCATION (Instructional Development and Leadership)
EDUC 413: Language/Literacy Development: Assessment and Instruction - click for Bannerweb info Understanding of a wide variety of strategies and tools for assessing and facilitating students' development in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. (4) EDUC 424: Inquiry into Teaching I: Diverse Learners - click for Bannerweb info Focus on general principles of instructional design and delivery with special emphasis on reading and language, assessment, adaptation, and classroom management. For elementary and secondary students not majoring in music or physical education. For elementary students, concurrent with EDUC 406 and EDUC 408. (4) EDUC 431: Children's Writing - click for Bannerweb info Current theory and practice in the teaching and learning of writing in K-12 classrooms. (2) EDUC 490: Acquisition and Development of Language Investigation of how young children acquire their first language and what they know as a result of this learning. Cross-listed with EDUC 510. (2) ENGLISHENGL 213: Topic: Shakespeare, LT- click for Bannerweb info Includes trip to Ashland, OR for the Shakespeare Festival on June 19-22. Extra fee for trip. An introduction to Shakespeare. Students taking this course will read representative plays from the histories, comedies, and tragedies of Shakespeare and travel to the Oregon Shakespeare Festival for a weekend excursion, June 19-22. Activity Fee (in addition to regular tuition) includes four plays, transportation, and lodging: non-refundable $350. (4) ENGL 216: Topics in Literature, with Cross Cultural Emphasis - Short Stories, C, LT - click for Bannerweb info Topic: African Short Stories A variable-content course that focuses on literature form non-Euro-American societies. Because course topics may vary considerably, course may be repeated for credit with approval of department chair. (4) ENGL 222/322: Travel Writing, WR- click for Bannerweb info Writing about travel, while traveling or upon return. Students keep travel journals, produce short travel essays, and read selected travel writers. (4) ENGL 232: Women's Literature: Women Writers and the Body Politic, A, LT - click for Bannerweb info An introduction to fiction, poetry, and other literatures by women writers. Includes an exploration of women's ways of reading and writing. (4) MATHEMATICSMATH 123: Modern Elementary Math - MR, NS - click for Bannerweb info Concepts underlying traditional computational techniques; a systematic analysis of arithmetic; an intuitive approach to algebra and geometry. Intended for elementary teaching majors. Prerequisite: a qualifying score on the math placement test or a grade of C or higher in MATH 115. (4) MATH 151: Introduction to Calculus - MR, NS - click for Bannerweb info Functions, limits, derivatives and integrals with applications. Emphasis on derivatives. Prerequisite: Math analysis or pre-calculus in high school or MATH 140. (4) PHILOSOPHYPHIL 228: Social and Political Philosophy - PH - click for Bannerweb info An examination of major social and political theories of Western philosophy (including Plato, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau,Mill, Marx). Includes feminist and non-Western contributions and critiques. Can count for a Political Science minor. (4) PHYSICAL EDUCATION (Movement Studies and Wellness Education)PHED 100: Personalized Fitness Program - PE - click for Bannerweb info To stimulate student interest in functional personally designed programs of physical activity; assessment of physical condition and skills; recommendation of specific programs for maintaining and improving physical health. Should be taken as a first-year student. (1) PHED 276: ST: Cardio Conditioning - PE - click for Bannerweb info Selected activities as announced by the department. Provides opportunities for activities not otherwise part of the regular activity course offerings. (1) PHED 234: Relaxation Techniques - PE - click for Bannerweb info PHED 360: Professional Practicum - click for Bannerweb info Students work under the supervision of a coach, teacher, recreation supervisor, or health care provider. Prerequisite: Departmental approval. (1 or 2) PHED 480: Exercise Physiology - click for Bannerweb info Scientific basis for training and physiological effect of exercise on the human body. Lab required. Prerequisite: BIOL 205, 206. (4) PHED 495: Internship: SR - click for Bannerweb info Pre-professional experiences closely related to student's career and academic interests. Prerequisites: Declaration of major, junior status, and ten hours in the major. (2-8) PHED 499: Capstone: Senior Seminar - SR - click for Bannerweb info PHYS 125: College Physics I, SM, NS - click for Bannerweb info Meets June 1 to July 7, 2009 (five weeks) Co-register with PHYS 135 Lab An introduction to the fundamental topics of physics. It is a non-calculus sequence, involving only the use of trigonometry and college algebra. Concurrent registration in (or previous completion of) PHYS 135 is required. Prerequisite: MATH 128 or MATH 140 (or equivalent by placement exam). (4) PHYS 135: College Physics I Laboratory - click for Bannerweb info Meets June 1 to July 3, 2009 (five weeks) Co-Register with PHYS 125 Lecture Basic laboratory experiments are performed in conjunction with the College Physics sequence. Concurrent registration in PHYS 125 is required. (1) PSYCHOLOGYPSYC 335: Cultural Psychology - click for Bannerweb info PSYC 380: Psychology of Work - click for Bannerweb info The study of human thought. Topics include attention, perception, memory, knowledge and concept formation, language, problem-solving, and reasoning. Prerequisites: PSYC 101, 242. (4) PSYC 483: Special Topics in Psychology - click for Bannerweb info Topic: Gender Development Selected topics in psychology as announced. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. May be repeated for credit. (2-4) RECREATION RECR 380: Practicum - click for Bannerweb info RECR 495: Internship - SR - click for Bannerweb info RECR 499: Capstone: Senior Seminar - SR - click for Bannerweb info RELIGIONRELI 121: The Christian Tradition - R1 - click for Bannerweb info The study of selected theological questions and formulations examined in their social and historical contexts. (4) RELI 211: Religion and Literature of the Hebrew Bible - R1 - click for Bannerweb info Literary, historical, and theological dimensions of the Old Testament, including perspectives on contemporary issues. (4) RELI 212: Religion and Literature of the New Testament - R1 - click for Bannerweb info Literary, historical, and theological dimensions of the New Testament, including perspectives on contemporary issues. (4) RELI 226: Christian Ethics - R2 - click for Bannerweb info Introduction to the personal and social ethical dimensions of Christian life and thought with attention to primary theological positions and specific problem areas. (4) SCHOOL OF ARTS AND COMMUNICATIONSOAC 495: Internship - click for Bannerweb info SOAC 499: Capstone, Senior Seminar - SR - click for Bannerweb info SIGN LANGUAGESIGN 101: Sign Language - A - click for Bannerweb info An introduction to the structure of American Sign Language and to the world of the hearing impaired. Basic signing skills and sign language vocabulary; finger spelling; the particular needs and problems of deaf people. (4) SOCIOLOGYSOCI 387: ST: Sociology of the Body - click for Bannerweb info Description pending (2 credits) SPANISHSPAN 101: Elementary Spanish - click for Bannerweb info Essentials of pronunciation, intonation, and structure; basic skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Lab attendance required. Students with more than two years of high school Spanish must enroll in SPAN 102. (4) SPECIAL EDUCATIONSPED 322: Moderate Disabilities and Transitions - click for Bannerweb info Exploration of issues related to identification of and service delivery to this population. Specialized instruction, management techniques, and issues of transitioning from schools to community. A field experience component will be required. (4) STATISTICSSTAT 231: Introductory Statistics - MR - click for Bannerweb info Meets June 1 to July 7 - Evenings 6pm to 9pm Descriptive statistics: measures of central tendency and dispersion. Inferential statistics: generalizations about populations from samples by parametric and nonparametric techniques. Methods covered will include estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation analysis, regression, chi square, and ANOVA analysis. Includes a required computer lab. Students should register for the lab corresponding to their lecture section. May not be taken for credit after STAT 341 has been taken. (4) THEATRETHEA 388: Special Topics: Solo Performance - click for Bannerweb info A beginning workshop in writing for solo performance. Includes a study of solo performance texts (and occasionally videos) by writers like Lenny Bruce, Lily Tomlin, Spalding Gray, Anna Deavere Smith, Eric Bogosian, Holly Hughes, and John Leguizamo. The course will culminate in the presentation of solo pieces written, directed, and performed by the students.(4) Term II: Monday, June 29 to Saturday, June 25 |