SHAPE | Essential Education

Required: 3 credits minimum

This list includes all courses from the Foundations, Arts and Culture, Communication Intensive, and Intercultural Competency lists, as well as other courses from SHAPE (Social Sciences, Humanities, and the Arts for People and the Economy/Environment) disciplines listed below.

AR 2001 - Leadership and Ethics

Explores the dimensions of creative tactical leadership styles by examining team dynamics and historical leadership theories that form the basis of the Army leadership framework. Aspects of motivation and team building are practiced through planning, executing, and assessing team exercises

Credits: 2.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall

AR 2002 - Army Doctrine and Decision Making

Examines the challenges of leading teams in complex operational environments. The course highlights terrain analysis, patrolling, and operation orders. Cadets develop greater self-awareness as they assess their own leadership styles and practice communication and team building skills.

Credits: 2.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring

BL 2001 - Valuing the Great Lakes

The Great Lakes are used as the subject to examine environmental issues. A combination of reading, lecture, and discussion will be used to study the unique ecology, biology, and history of the Great Lakes.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Summer

BUS 2200 - Business Law

Provides an understanding of the legal basis of contracts and their enforcement in the areas of general contracts, contracts of commercial sales and of agency, and commercial paper.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring

CS 3000 - Ethical and Social Aspects of Computing

An examination of social and ethical issues associated with computing. Topics include: ethical theories and decision making, intellectual property, freedom of expression, privacy, security, and professional responsibility.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Junior, Senior
Pre-Requisite(s): CS 3141

EC 3002 - Microeconomic Theory

The study of consumer and producer choices, market demand and supply, and market structures.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Pre-Requisite(s): EC 2001 and (MA 1135 or MA 1160 or MA 1161 or MA 1121)

EC 3003 - Macroeconomic Theory

Analysis of the determinants of the level of output, employment, prices, and economic growth with an emphasis on fiscal policy and monetary policy.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Pre-Requisite(s): EC 2001 and (MA 1135 or MA 1160 or MA 1121 or MA 1161)

EC 3300 - Industrial Organization

Economic analysis of market power and industry structure. Topics include the goals of public policy toward business, antitrust policy, economic regulation, public enterprise, and social regulation of health, safety, and the environment.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Pre-Requisite(s): EC 2001

EC 3400 - Economic Decision Analysis

Studies economic decision-making for actions occurring over time. Covers decision tools for comparing alternatives, public project evaluation, risk and uncertainty, mutually exclusive decisions, multiple objective decisions, interest rate calculations, cash flow analysis, depreciation and taxes, cost of capital, capital budgeting.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Engineering Management, Marketing, Management, Management Information Systems, Accounting, Finance; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore

EC 4050 - Game Theory/Strategic Behavior

The study of strategic situations involving the interactions of individuals. Modeling techniques are applied to game situations faced in business, entertainment, politics, and the daily routine of life.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman

EC 4400 - Banking and Financial Institutions

Analysis of asset and liability management of financial institutions and the role of financial institutions in the U.S. and international economy.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Pre-Requisite(s): (EC 3003 or FIN 3000)

EC 4500 - Public Sector Economics

Economic analysis of how democratic governments generate revenue (primarily taxation) and make expenditure decisions and how such decisions impact the welfare of individuals. Topics include market failures, voting processes, income redistribution programs, efficiency and incidence of taxation.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Pre-Requisite(s): EC 2001

EC 4620 - Energy Economics

Introduction to the institutional, technical, and economic issues of the production and use of energy resources, including petroleum, natural gas, coal, nuclear, electric utilities, and alternative energy. Coursework applies economic analysis to supply, distribution, and use of energy resources, including environmental and social consequences.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand, in odd years
Pre-Requisite(s): EC 2001

EC 4630 - Mineral Industry Economics

Studies the role of minerals and metals in society and the economics of their use. Applies economic principles to examine the supply, demand, markets, and foreign trade for important minerals and metals. Examines the effect of government policies on the minerals industries. Requires a technical report.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Pre-Requisite(s): EC 2001

EC 4640 - Natural Resource Economics

Studies the economics of nonrenewable resources (energy and minerals) and renewable resources (water, fisheries, forests and species). Discusses the economics of land use change, macroeconomic topics such as economic growth, sustainability and green accounting.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Pre-Requisite(s): EC 2001 or EC 3002 or FW 4080

EC 4650 - Market Failure and the Environment

Considers the efficient and equitable use of environmental resources, including air, water, land, wilderness and parks, wildlife and other ecological systems. Measures the benefits and costs of decreasing pollution, cleaner environment, and protecting scarce ecological resources. Addresses market failures and the economic valuation of environmental amenities.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring, in odd years
Pre-Requisite(s): EC 2001 or EC 3002

ENG 2060 - Facilitating Group Learning

Development of facilitation skills in group environments. Topics include peer-learning strategies, developing inclusive classrooms, and facilitation techniques.

Credits: 1.0; Graded Pass/Fail Only
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
Pre-Requisite(s): UN 1015

ENG 3060 - Developing Mentoring Skills

Provides an overview of mentoring from the mentee and mentor perspective in an active learning environment. Topics include various mentoring techniques, providing effective feedback, and observational strategies.

Credits: 1.0; Graded Pass/Fail Only
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-1-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman

ENG 4060 - Leadership in Group Environments

Develops collaborative leadership skills through active hands-on learning. Topics include collaborative software, communication, and group management strategies.

Credits: 1.0; Graded Pass/Fail Only
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-1-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman

FIN 4300 - Personal Financial Planning

Overview of personal financial issues and services and instruments offered by economic and financial institutions. Topics include the personal financial environment, personal investments and asset management, tax planning, the development of an adequate but cost-effective insurance program, and retirement planning.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
Pre-Requisite(s): BA 3400 or EC 3400 or FIN 3000

FW 2081 - Introduction to Circular Economy

The circular economy is an emerging cross disciplinary field of study that maps a transition from current linear and unsustainable practices, role of consumers, policy, business models, bioeconomy, design, innovation and technological accelerators.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring

FW 2801 - Introduction to Global Climate Change

Causes, consequences, and solutions to the issue of global climate change. Focus on evaluating potential solutions to problems arising from climate change. Intended to provide students from diverse academic backgrounds with an understanding of the issue and to provide multidisciplinary context for students pursuing further study of climate change.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring

FW 3313 - Sustainability Science

Foundational scientific concepts (dynamic systems and catastrophe theory) as applied to socioecological systems. Use of indicators and indices to track progress towards sustainability goals. Review of local, national, and global sustainability policies to avoid catastrophes and guide sustainable development.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring

GE 2100 - Environmental Geology

Introduction and study of current environmental issues related to the earth sciences. Covers major topics such as volcanism, earthquakes, shoreline erosion, and pollution of groundwater as multi-week modules with associated labs, lectures, and field projects.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring

HF 3850 - Human Factors

This class will focus on when, why, and how to apply the various human factors methods for creating more effective human-technological systems.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman
Pre-Requisite(s): (PSY 2000 or HF 2000) and UN 1015

HF 4015 - Introduction to Cognitive Task Analysis

Introduction to this cognitive-systems engineering method that unpacks complex work through systematic interviews with experts. Students will collect data to address engineering, business, or socio-technical challenges.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman
Pre-Requisite(s): (PSY 2000 or HF 2000) and UN 1015

HON 2150 - Know Yourself

Discover self-awareness and embrace ambiguity while deepening learning and welcoming challenges. Develop public profiles, negotiate effectively, and create connections. Engage in mindfulness, MBTI, emotional intelligence and design thinking. Explore values, identity, and conflict resolution.

Credits: 1.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-2)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
Pre-Requisite(s): HON 1150

HON 3150 - Pavlis Seminar II

The second of three Pavlis Honors Pathway seminars, this course focuses on "telling your story" in different settings. The Honors Abilities of communicating empathetically and balancing confidence and humility are addressed.

Credits: 1.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-2)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman
Pre-Requisite(s): HON 2150

HON 3350 - Navigate Your World

Value diverse perspectives and engage in mentorship. Develop empathetic communication, self-authorship, and goal-setting skills. Explore leadership, governance, and ethical decision-making. Participate in alumni roundtables and delve into social justice, civic action, and difficult dialogues.

Credits: 1.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-2)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
Pre-Requisite(s): HON 2150

HON 4150 - Pavlis Seminar III

In this final Pavlis Honors Pathway seminar, students use a self-authorship framework to develop their own voice while engaging with other perspectives through learning partnerships. Difficult dialogues, decision making, critical thinking, and the synthesis and sharing of experiences are expected.

Credits: 1.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-2)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman
Pre-Requisite(s): HON 3150

HON 4350 - Tell Your Story

Develop and share stories from your journey by balancing confidence and humility. Explore storytelling through personal essays and professional statements. Create stories in various formats, written and oral. Craft a portfolio to launch your post-college journey

Credits: 1.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-0-2)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
Pre-Requisite(s): HON 3350

HU 2600 - Introduction to Writing in Science and Technology

An introduction to the professional practice of scientific and technical writing. Includes the organization, style, and mechanics of technical writing, and practice in writing common technical and scientific documents including descriptions, instructions, proposals, and recommendations.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Pre-Requisite(s): UN 1015

HU 2646 - Writing with Web Technologies

Theories and techniques of content creation for the web, including rhetorical considerations, plain language guidelines, accessibility standards, and the use of markup, style sheets, scripting, and content management systems.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Pre-Requisite(s): UN 1015(C)

HU 3121 - Advanced Technical Writing

Builds on technical writing fundamentals, focusing on structured authoring techniques for writing complex technical product/process documents for multiple delivery formats.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman
Pre-Requisite(s): UN 1015 and (HU 2600 or HU 3120)

HU 3295 - Level III Advanced Spanish for Literacies

Spanish for Special Purposes is designed for students who anticipate careers in which they will need to interact with Hispanic communities in the U.S. or abroad and who wish to continue study of Spanish language and culture for specific professional purposes. Topics include Spanish for engineering and other sciences, healthcare, business, and legal professions.

Credits: 3.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, in odd years, Spring, in odd years
Pre-Requisite(s): HU 3293 or Language Placement Spanish >= 631 or CEEB Spanish Language >= 4 or CEEB Spanish Literature >= 4

HU 4628 - Usability Evaluation and Testing

Theories and practices of usability evaluation and testing relevant to technical communication contexts.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-1)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman
Pre-Requisite(s): UN 1015 and (HU 2600 or HU 3120)

HU 4635 - Principles of User Experience Design

Teaches user-centered design methods and methodologies common to technical communication and their application to interface design, software systems, and communication projects such as websites.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-2-1)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
Pre-Requisite(s): UN 1015 and HU 2645

HU 4890 - Topics in Communication

In-depth examination of selected issues or problems in the study of communication, such as gender and communication, the environment and communication, sound and communication, violence and communication.

Credits: 3.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman
Pre-Requisite(s): UN 1015

IS 2002 - Language, Culture, and Society In situ

A field-based international course offered as part of the Study Abroad Programs through the International Programs and Services office. Covers training in language, culture, and society in the host country at the entry level.

Credits: variable to 15.0; Repeatable to a Max of 15
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Pre-Requisite(s): UN 1015

KIP 2600 - Introduction to Public Health

An overview of public health including the history of public health and major issues facing the U.S. and global populations. Topics include societal conditions that lead to health disparities, role of government, and the basic sciences supporting public health.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall

KIP 3700 - Lifetime Fitness

To gain a thorough understanding in all areas of personal fitness through functional anatomy, exercise physiology, health and physical fitness, screening and evaluation, nutrition, weight management, exercise prescription and programming considerations, training instruction, and consideration for special populations.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-2)
Semesters Offered: Summer

MGT 2000 - Team Dynamics and Decision Making

Develops individual and group problem-solving skills using active, hands-on learning. Emphasizes problem identification and problem solution under conditions of ambiguity and uncertainty. Stresses creativity, interpersonal skills and skill assessment, communication, group process and teamwork, and action planning.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman

MGT 3100 - Leadership Development

Assesses students' current knowledge, abilities and values relevant to leadership and guides students in developing and implementing plans for new leadership abilities.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman

MGT 3650 - Intellectual Property Management

Covers principles of intellectual property laws, addressing managerial and policy issues in copyright, trademark, trade secret, and patents. Readings and discussions also cover how these property and legal systems impact the balance between property exclusivity, technological innovation and public access.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring, in odd years
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore

MGT 3800 - Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Develops an entrepreneurial mindset and a personal toolkit of methods and practices that enables students to create and evaluate entrepreneurial opportunities, marshal resources, and engage in entrepreneurial teams driven by creativity, leadership, smart action, and innovation.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman

MGT 4300 - Developing Entrepreneurial Ventures

The concepts, skills, and attitudes critical for identifying and evaluating business opportunities and developing these opportunities into entrepreneurial ventures. Topics emphasize understanding of the discipline of innovation and method of launching new ventures.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman
Pre-Requisite(s): MGT 3800

MGT 4600 - Management of Technology and Innovation

Introduces disruptive innovation concepts and provides occasions for their application to timely and relevant cases. Provides an understanding of technology management and innovation processes as they occur inside and outside of organizations.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore

MGT 4650 - Commercialization of Advanced Technologies

Frameworks, tools, and methods for commercializing novel technologies from lab bench to marketplace. Topics include opportunity evaluation, discovery-driven planning, legal and ethical implications. Provides a hands-on approach for students to commercialize technologies developed at research units.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
Pre-Requisite(s): MGT 4600

MKT 3000 - Principles of Marketing

Emphasizes decisions made in developing both strategic and tactical marketing plans. Uses computer simulations, experiential learning assignments, and marketing plan development to demonstrate principles of market segmentation, product development, pricing, distribution planning, and promotion.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

MKT 3200 - Consumer Behavior & Culture

Introduces students to models, theories, practices, and sociocultural issues pertinent to consumers' decision making and lifestyle choices. Discussions will be based on a variety of disciplines: psychology, sociology, economics, and anthropology.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Pre-Requisite(s): MKT 3000

MKT 4100 - Sales and Sales Technology

Focuses on sales force management and experience. Topics include the buying-selling process, sales data analysis, cutting-edge sales technologies, sales simulation and forecasting, negotiation, and sales strategies and tactics.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Pre-Requisite(s): MKT 3000

PSY 2010 - Wellness and Resilience for College and Beyond

Resilience is not only adapting in the face of adversity (surviving), but also learning skills that enable a happy, successful life (i.e. thriving). Research shows that the use of resilience strategies and emotion regulation skills is associated with effectiveness in job roles, strong relationships, physical/mental health, and overall life satisfaction.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand

PSY 2080 - Special Topics in Psychology

An in-depth analysis of current issues in Psychology. Course content varies with each offering.

Credits: variable to 3.0; Repeatable to a Max of 6
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Pre-Requisite(s): PSY 2000

PSY 2081 - Psychology of Video Games

Video games are a great example of psychology and human factors in action. Video games effectively apply psychological theories from cognition to motivation theory, from personality to team play. Through the lens of these disciplines, we will examine play and UX in games.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-1)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Pre-Requisite(s): HF 2000 or PSY 2000

PSY 2110 - Educational Psychology

The application of psychological factors, theory and research results to teaching and learning. Factors associated with both the learner (development, motivation, personality, behavioral and cognitive factors) and socio-technical learning environments (technology and multimedia, measurement, and evaluation) are examined.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, in even years

PSY 2400 - Health Psychology

Examines the theoretical, empirical, and historical bases for health psychology. Topics may include the effects of stress, determinants of addictive behavior, the impact of psychological factors on physical health, obesity, and the causes and treatment of chronic pain.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Pre-Requisite(s): PSY 2000

PSY 2800 - Critical Thinking for Social and Behavioral Sciences

This course will help develop critical thinking skills central to the social and behavioral sciences. Topics may include arguments, logic, evaluating causal claims, evaluating surveys, theory evaluation, experiment evaluation, writing in psychology, and ethical considerations in the social and behavioral sciences. Learning APA writing style is a component of this course.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Pre-Requisite(s): PSY 2000(C)

PSY 2900 - Intro to Restorative Practices

Restorative justice practices allow those who have been most affected by an incident to share their feelings, describe how they have been affected and develop a plan to repair the harm done and prevent recurrence. The process is useful for K-12 schools, criminal justice, higher education and workplaces.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand

PSY 3010 - Theories of Personality

Introduction to the variety of approaches to personality that underlie many clinical models. Discusses the formulation of personality theory, its purpose, and problems associated with personality theory generation. Emphasizes classical and contemporary theories of personality, their various applications to human behavior, and a review of relevant research findings.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Pre-Requisite(s): PSY 2000 and UN 1015

PSY 3030 - Psychopathology and Mental Distress

Helps the student build an understanding of abnormal behavior through critical examination of historical and contemporary models used in this field. The student learns the causes and treatment proposed by Cognitive-Behavioral, Psychodynamic and Sociocultural Models with particular emphasis placed on the Diagnostic and Statistical manual used by clinicians for diagnoses.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Summer
Pre-Requisite(s): PSY 2000 and UN 1015

PSY 3200 - Motivation and Emotion

Introduction to the theoretical, physiological, cognitive, and behavioral factors underlying the processes of motivated behaviors and emotional states. Emphasis is placed on methods for studying motivation and emotion and their role in human behavior.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman
Pre-Requisite(s): PSY 2000 or HF 2000

PSY 3400 - Developmental Psychology

A survey of human development across the life span (prenatal, infant, child, adolescent, and adult) in the areas of biological, cognitive, social, emotional, and personality development. Provides insight into both the universality of human development and the uniqueness of individuals.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Pre-Requisite(s): PSY 2000

PSY 3600 - Cognitive Psychology

Through lecture, demonstrations, and participation in classic cognitive experiments, this course provides a survey of topics in human cognition, including perception, attention, mental representation and processing, the architecture of memory, knowledge, visual imagery, problem solving, reasoning, and decision making.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman
Pre-Requisite(s): PSY 2000 or HF 2000

PSY 3700 - Industrial Organizational Psychology

Introduction to the use and application of psychology in the workplace. Focus is on the development of employees and the management of work groups and organizations.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman
Pre-Requisite(s): PSY 2000 or HF 2000

PSY 3800 - Environmental Psychology

Psychological effects of the physical environment and effects of human action on the sociophysical environment, including an examination of global environmental issues and ecologically-relevant behavior.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring, in even years
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman
Pre-Requisite(s): (PSY 2000 or HF 2000) and UN 1015

PSY 4080 - Topics in Psychology

An examination of a specific area or approach within the field of Psychology.

Credits: variable to 4.0; May be repeated
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Pre-Requisite(s): PSY 2000 and UN 1015

PSY 4750 - Judgment and Decision Making

How can we make better decisions? Using examples from medicine, politics, law, business, and daily life, we review "descriptive" (psychological), "normative" (rational), and "prescriptive" (decision-engineering) theory. Topics include judgment, cognition, emotion, risk, uncertainty, heuristics, biases, and applications.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
Pre-Requisite(s): PSY 2000 or HF 2000

SS 2001 - Introduction to Social Science Research

Students are introduced to various social science research methods and design. Covers scientific reasoning, developing questions, sampling, ethics, and quantitative and qualitative data collection using experiments, content analysis, survey, interview, oral history, statistics, GIS, comparative analysis, and archaeology.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring

SS 2620 - Introduction to Public Policy

Introduction to key public policy and public management concepts and issues.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall

SS 2801 - Introduction to Global Climate Change

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring

SS 3200 - Archaeology of the Modern World

Introduction to historical archaeology. Topics include the methods of historical archaeology, theoretical approaches, and sources of evidence. Emphasizes archaeological contributions to understanding of the American past, and the contributions of historical archaeology to an alternative view of American history and culture.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring, in even years

SS 3230 - Archaeology of Industry

The study of industrial heritage using archaeological and historical perspectives. Covers theories, methods, and techniques by means of lectures, readings, and case studies. Students conduct original research, generally on Copper Country industrial sites, under the guidance of the instructor.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring, in odd years

SS 3315 - Population, Health, and Environment

This course investigates relationships between the world's population, population change, population distribution, resource consumption, and environmental, health, and social consequences. Addresses local and global relationships and the population processes (mortality, fertility, and migration) involved.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, in odd years

SS 3505 - Military History of the U.S.

History of the American military and its place in American society in both peace and war from the colonial period until the present.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall

SS 3515 - History of American Architecture

Survey of North American architecture from prehistoric times to the present. Focuses on principal architectural styles, building types, and construction technologies. Also examines ideas about architecture to understand the American past.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring

SS 3621 - Non-Profit Management

Key public policy and public management concepts are introduced and applied to the student's field of interest.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand

SS 3625 - Policy Analysis

This course provides students with a working knowledge of how public policy decisions are made, the policy analysis tools that support decisions, and practice applying the knowledge to conduct a policy analysis project.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring, in odd years

SS 3630 - Environmental Policy and Politics

A broad survey of how environmental policy making actually works in the U.S. Covers both environmental policy processes and politics, and the major environmental policies themselves for control of air pollution, water pollution, hazardous wastes, and other major environmental problems.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring

SS 3650 - Intellectual Property Management

Covers principles of intellectual property law, addressing managerial and policy issues in copyright, trademark, trade secret, and patents. Readings and discussions also cover how these property and legal systems impact the balance between property exclusivity, technological innovation, and public access.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring, in odd years

SS 3755 - Sustainability and the Private Sector

This course provides an overview of corporate social responsibility (CSR), and how it is being implemented with particular consideration for interaction with government and the non-profit sector.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring

SS 3801 - Science, Technology, & Society

Examines the relationship between science, technology, society, and the environment. Topics may include effects of technologies such as computers, biotechnology, and chemicals on society and nature, science and technology policy, and the history of technology and its global consequences.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall

SS 3815 - Energy and Society

Course examines the role of energy in society by exploring energy infrastructure, consumption, technology, their implications for social systems and human impacts on the natural world, and the problems and potential solutions in intertwined energy and social systems.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring, Summer, in odd years

SS 3990 - Topics in the Social Sciences

Examines an important theme or topic in the social sciences, such as social theory, work and society, or the engineer in American society. May be repeated if topic differs.

Credits: variable to 3.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Semesters Offered: On Demand

SS 4009 - Introduction to Survey Methodology

A general introduction to survey methods. Students will learn the basics of survey design from questionnaire construction to the measurement of complex social science concepts. Students will also demonstrate their ability to conduct an original survey through a class project.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring, in even years
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore

SS 4120 - Sustainable Development and Communities

Advanced anthropology course that focuses on cultural, social structural, historical, and environmental analyses of sustainable development. Students engage with relevant social theory and practical applications in sustainable development case studies.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Pre-Requisite(s): UN 1015

SS 4230 - Archaeological Analysis and Interpretation

Course focuses on how archaeologists mobilize material data to understand everyday life in the past. Discussion, exercises, and lab time are used to cover the goals of archaeology, nature of archaeological data, research design, sampling, typology, classification, database management, and quantitative and qualitative analytical methods.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Pre-Requisite(s): SS 2200

SS 4313 - Sustainability Science

This course covers the fundamental scientific concepts (dynamic systems and catastrophe theory) as they are applied to socioecological systems and the use of indicators and indices to track progress towards sustainability goals. Review of local, national, and global sustainability policies to avoid catastrophes and guide sustainable development.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman

SS 4390 - Seminar in Sustainability

This seminar in sustainability topics will cover a rotating set of topics, depending on semester offering. Topics may include energy use, justice, pollution, green design, or regulations bearing on sustainability.

Credits: 3.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman
Pre-Requisite(s): UN 1015

SS 4554 - Global Industrial History

Seminar exploring histories of industrialization around the world. Covers key theoretical debates and uses different methodological approaches in case studies of selected industrial topics and themes.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, in even years
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Junior, Senior

SS 4995 - Topics in the Social Sciences

Examines an important theme or topic in the social sciences, such as social theory, work and society, or the engineer in American society. May be repeated if topic differs.

Credits: variable to 3.0; Repeatable to a Max of 9
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman

THEA 1110 - Entertainment Technology I

Overview of the basic technical techniques, theories, and terminology for the entertainment industry, including theatre. Focuses on practical application of stagecraft and rigging for a theatrical production, safety in technical theatre, physical theatre structures, production processes, and theatre organization.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall

THEA 1120 - Lighting Technology I

Overview of the basics of entertainment lighting, stage electrics, and techniques for theatrical production. Focus on practical application of static and automated lighting for a theatrical production, including instrumentation and control.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring

THEA 1130 - Costume Technology I

Introduction to basics of costume shop technology, costume construction/sewing. Focus on costume shop procedures, practical use of tools, machines, and techniques through individual projects. Overview of hand sewing and pattern fitting/alteration.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring

THEA 3340 - Scenic Design

An introduction to scenic design for theatre and collaborative design in entertainment. This project-based class develops technical and conceptual skills: collaborative relationships, design development, story boards, rendering paint elevations, model making, hand drafting.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring, in even years
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman
Pre-Requisite(s): THEA 1110