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ENGL 558A - Twentieth Century American Poetry 3
The range, possibility and achievement in American poetry from Frost and Robinson to present.
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ENGL 558B - Major Figures in Twentieth Century American Fiction 3
The works of major figures, excluding Faulkner. May be taken with different topics to maximum of six hours.
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ENGL 558C - Major Figures in Twentieth Century Americain Poetry 3
Major poets vary from year to year.
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ENGL 558D - African American Literature 3
A study of the major African American writers.
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ENGL 560D - Twentieth Century American and Englsih Poetry 3
The works of major figures will be studied.
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ENGL 561A - Twentieth Century English Fiction 3
A study of representative novelists and short story writers.
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ENGL 561B - Twentieth Century English Poetry 3
A study of representative poetry including war poets, Georgian poets, high modern poets and postmoderns. Political, social and cultural context will be provided in reading, films and discussion.
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ENGL 561C - Major Figures in Twentieth Century English Fiction 3
A study of one or two figures in Twentieth Century English fiction.
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ENGL 5000 - Bibliography and Methods of Research 3
An introduction to the graduate program in English, a thorough study of the principal tools of literary scholarship and a consideration of the objectives of literary research and the profession of college English teaching.
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ENGL 5400 - Teaching English in Secondary School 3
Prerequisite: Milestone II requirements
Surveys practices and issues in secondary English education and includes preparing a teaching unit, teaching lessons, and learning methods for teaching literature, language, composition, visual literacy, speaking and listening. This class requires 30 hours of field experience with specific requirements.
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ENGL 5450 - Special Topics in Professional Writing Internship 3
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and on-site supervisor.
A specialized study of the technical, professional or scientific writing discipline based on independent research and internship experience. Students must produce scholarly work and professional doucuments meeting the requirements of the instructor and the on-site supervisor.
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ENGL 5550 - Independent Study 3
Studies are planned to satisfy special individual needs and interests.
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ENGL 5700 - Literature Across Cultures 3
Explores connections among selected literary works drawn from diverse cultures and times. Works may represent all genres.
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ENGL 5710 - Selected Topics 3
A specialized area of study in linguistics or literature. May be taken with different topics to a maximum of six hours.
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ENGL 5991 - Research Requirement Completion 1
For students not fulfilling graduate school research literacy requirement within one year after scheduled completion of thesis, field study report, research project paper, or research literacy paper. Enrollment required each subsequent semester. Tuition and fees for one credit hour must be paid every semester until research requirement is met.
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Geology |
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GEOL 577A - Selected Topics in Regional Geology 4
A seminar-discussed-laboratory approach to those aspects of geology which are most basic to an understanding of the geology of a large region, like the Tennessee-Kentucky area.
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GEOL 577B - Selected Topics Environmental Geology 4
Analysis of a selected problem dealing with application of geologic concepts to regional planning, urban land use and conservation. Emphasis will be placed on student-generated field data where appropriate.
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GEOL 577C - Selected Topics in Paleontology 4
Analysis of the fossil record of selected groups of animals. Emphasis is on time-dependent changes in morphology and adaptation.
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GEOL 577D - Selected Topics in Stratigraphy 4
Field and laboratory examination of sedimentary strata. Lecture discussion of descriptive processes and historical interpretation of rock unit.
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GEOL 5050 - Geomorphology 4
An applied, systematic process approach to landform development based upon threshold concepts. The geomorphic process emphasized include mass movements, fluvial, aeolian, glacial and karat geomorphology. Laboratory work is based upon aerial photographs, maps, field projects and computer data analysis.
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Health and Human Performance |
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HHP 5000 - Research Processes in Health and Human Performance 3
An introduction to quantitative research methods in health and human performance. Designed to develop competency in analyzing research through the use of health related data bases and methodologies. Also to provide the experience of developing a research problem.
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HHP 5010 - Foundation in Health Education 3
Historical, philosophical foundations and theoretical models of health and health education will be studied. Additionally, professional ethical issues, current trends and future directions affecting health education will be examined.
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HHP 5050 - Administration for Health Educators and Managers 3
Students will explore the functions and processes needed in administering health care organizations and systems. Some focus will be on planning, organizing, leading motivating, controlling, decision making, and problem solving.
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HHP 5150 - Assessment and Analysis of Human Performance 3
The factors which produce successful motor performance are addressed. Includes the interpretation of existing research and its application to skill development and the contribution of physiological factors and mechanical principles to various aspects of human movement in sport, work, and everyday living situations.
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HHP 5200 - Total School Health Program 3
Designed to familiarize the student with a well-balanced school health program. Opportunity is provided for actual observation and evaluation of school health programs.
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HHP 5210 - Leadership in Sport and Wellness 3
This course will cover the process of leadership within organizations in the sport and wellness fields. Topics will include motivation, organizational theory, legal aspects, and team building concepts.
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HHP 5250 - Statistics and Assessment 3
The purpose of this course is to teach the student to (1) structure, administer and evaluate tests, (2) utilize appropriate statistical procedures in evaluating test results, (3) apply computer skills in data analyses techniques to test construction and evaluation, and (4) interpret statistical methods for specific research design.
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HHP 5350 - Physiological Basis of Human Performance 3
This course involves the study of the body’s physiological response to exercise and physical activity. Emphasis will be placed on the energy systems associated with muscle metabolism, neurologic stimulation, and contraction as well as the effects of nutrition, environment, ergogenic aids, and training on performance. Cardio-respiratory and musculoskeletal response to exercise and the development of training program to enhance these systems will be discussed.
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HHP 5390 - Law, Policy and Advocacy 3
Students will explore legal processes, policies, and the role of advocacy that affect health care organizations, systems, and the related environment. Some focus will be on constitutional issues, contracts, liability, negligence, torts, ethics, and employment law.
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HHP 5410 - Stress Management 3
This course is designed to examine the causes of stress, how to identify stressors and an examination of techniques and interventions used to manage health problems caused by stress.
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HHP 5450 - Practicum 3-6
The student is provided an opportunity to study specific problems in the field of athletics, health, physical education and/or recreation.
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HHP 5460 - Principles of Conditioning for Sport and Wellness 3
This course will focus of the importance of cardiovascular fitness for sport performance and wellness. Major emphasis will be given to designing and implementing conditioning programs for sport performance and physical fitness.
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HHP 5470 - Special Problems 1-3
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
This course may be used to satisfy special needs of a student by engaging in an independent study or guided research project.
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HHP 5500 - Epidemiology and Vital Statistics 3
An introductory course that covers basic concepts and methods of epidemiology for public health and health education professionals. Sources of population data in terms of demographics, health statistics and vital statistics will be explored. An overview of study designs used in epidemiology will be presented along with the ethical issues relevant to epidemiological research.
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HHP 5510 - Health Care Economics 3
Economic aspects of the health care industry with emphasis on the tools of economics and their application to the delivery of health care services.
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HHP 5520 - Sport and Exercise Psychology 3
This course will cover various psychological principles associated with sport and exercise. Topics include psychological variables that hinder athletic performance, factors influencing adherence to exercise and psychological causes related to stress and injury.
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HHP 5540 - Health Promotion Principles and Practices 3
Overview of concepts related to the emerging field of health promotion to include moderate exercise, practical nutrition education, effective stress awareness and management practices and positive self-image enhancement principles. Also emphasized will be the development, implementation and evaluation of comprehensive health promotion programs in worksite settings.
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HHP 5550 - Public Health Education 3
Planning and organization in the public health education field. Use of mass media, group process, selection of personnel and materials, evaluation methods and procedures for public health and grant writing.
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HHP 5600 - Legal Aspects of Health and Human Performance 3
Federal, state and local regulations governing health care institutions, systems and personnel. Organizational theory, decision making, leadership and principles of personnel and fiscal control.
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HHP 5610 - Issues in Health Services Administration 3
Prerequisite: HHP 5000
Current issues and emerging trends in health services administration, including strategies for an era of health reforms, the new hospital and alternative facilities and new program offerings and guidelines for the health service market, including trends in mergers, acquisitions, competition, contracting, managed care, policy, capitation and ethics.
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HHP 5620 - Administrative Perspective of Disease 3
Malfunctions of organs and body systems as they relate to more common diseases and to the correct usage, pronunciation and meaning of medical terms. Examine issues in measuring health, diagnosing and treating illnesses from an epidemiological, sociological and political perspective as they impact health delivery systems.
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HHP 5630 - Finance Management of Health Care Service 3
Financial management theory, principles and concepts applicable to health care organizations.
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HHP 5640 - Human Resource Management 3
Integration of personnel/human resource management systems with health care industry environments.
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HHP 5650 - Alcohol Education 3
Alcohol use and misuse. Patterns and trends of use, theories of dependence, pharmacological aspects and health consequences explored. Emphasis given concerning identification of students with alcohol related problems and the role of the school in alcohol prevention, education, intervention and referral.
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HHP 5700 - Health Aspects of Aging and Long Term Care 3
Physiological, medical and psychosocial factors that affect the health, health promotion and health care services of older individuals are examined.
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HHP 5710 - Issues in Sport and Wellness 3
The course offers the student the opportunity to engage in a study of current issues and emerging trends in sport and wellness related to the process of leadership in formal organizations conducting such programs.
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HHP 5730 - Legal Aspects of Health Services Administration 3
Selected laws applicable to the interrelationship of our legal system with the structure and functions of the health care institution.
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HHP 5750 - Applied Nutrition for Education 3
Fundamentals of nutritional science and policy provide an intervention framework for health education and sport-related applications. Current issues are emphasized.
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HHP 5800 - Program Planning and Evaluation for Health Educators and Administrators 3
Prerequisite: HHP 5000
This course is a systematic approach to planning and evaluation of health promotion and services programs. Fundamentals of planning will include needs assessment, objectives, and partnership development. A variety of evaluation methods (formative, process, outcome, impact) will be considered.
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HHP 5900 - Professional Writing for Wellness Education 3
Prerequisite: HHP 5000 , HHP 5250
A supervised research writing experience that provides the opportunity to extend the depth and professionalism of research which began in HHP 5000 .
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HHP 5920 - Applied Research in Health and Human Performance 3
Prerequisite: HHP 5000, HHP major or permission of instructor
This course is designed to extend the knowledge learned in research processes by having student design multiple research projects. Students will gain knowledge in the collection and analysis of data, and formulate conclusions based on their results.
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HHP 5950 - Research Paper 3
Research Paper
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HHP 5990 - Thesis 6
Thesis
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HHP 5991 - Research Requirement Completion 1
For students not fulfilling graduate school research literacy requirement within one year after completion of course work. Enrollment required each subsequent semester. Tuition and fees for one credit hour must be paid every semester until research requirement is met.
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History |
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HIST 5001 - Research Methods 3
Students examine methods of research and modes of writing in history. This course prepares students to write seminar papers and master’s thesis and conduct research in archives, databases, internet resources, government documents and other bibliographic aids. The course is interactive and online for Web-based instruction.
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HIST 5002 - Warfare in the Classical World 3
Students study the character of warfare in the ancient Mediterranean world, specific wars fought by Greeks, Romans, and others; such as, the Persian Wars, the Peloponnesian War, the Punic Wars, the Gallic War, and the Roman civil wars. The Works of Herodotus, Thucydides, Polybius, Caesar, Sallust, and Livy will be included.
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HIST 5003 - The Military Revolution and State 3
Description: This course examines influences of the Scientific Revolution and Renaissance thoughts on military capabilities and their roles in building stronger European states. Students will learn how weapon advancements, fortification developments, and organizational changes all facilitated increased military forces, which in turn enabled certain European states to consolidate power and expand their influence.
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HIST 5004 - War of American Independence, 1775 to 1783 3
Description: Examines campaigns and major battles, strategy, logistics, and tactics of the War of American Independence. Political, diplomatic, cultural, and social contexts of the war considered. Eighteenth century perspectives of the military in a republic, uses of militia or irregulars, the meaning and impact of sustained warfare on institutions and thought.
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HIST 5005 - The U.S. Civil War 3
Description: Explores the political, social and economic causes of the war, also the impact the war had on the home fronts of both North and South. Considers what effect the Northern implementation of “total war” had on civilian morale and the impact of African-American troops in the military.
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HIST 5006 - The U.S. Army and the Settlemt of the West 3
This course investigates the U. S. Army’s role in the development of the Trans-Mississippi West. Students examine military contributions to exploration. Native American relations, Hispanic relations, economic development, transportation, public health, diplomacy and national policy are examined. The military’s roles as both the forerunner of Anglo-American civilization and the mediator with Native and Hispanic cultures are discussed.
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HIST 5007 - World War I 3
Students examine The Great War as the beginning of the 20th century wars and end of a Europe-centered world. The course includes military dimensions of the struggle - land, sea and air battles fought on three continents. Students choose research topic varying from military, economic, social, artistic, intellectual and diplomatic subjects.
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HIST 5008 - World War II 3
Operations, tactics, arms, intelligence and strategies employed by the major combatants are examined. Principle historiographical questions on topics such as Pearl Harbor attack and ethical implications of the atomic bombs use receive special attention, along with the American military’s role as an engine for democracy during the post-war occupations.
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HIST 5009 - Cold War I, 1945 to 1960 3
Key problems, sources, bibliography and research methods of the early Cold War are explored. The course includes a breakdown of the World War II alliance, the Korean War and emerging strategies of nuclear deterrence and guerrilla warfare.
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HIST 5010 - Cold War II, 1960 to 1991, and Aftermath 3
This course highlights the Vietnam conflict, the Reagan defense buildup and Operation Desert Storm. In addition, the impact of the Vietnam experience on the American political, economic and social landscapes during and after war will be considered.
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HIST 5011 - Cold War Political Diplomatic Issues 3
This course is an examination of the conflicts, crises and politics of the Cold War with special emphases on the German-Berlin problem, the Cuban Missile Crisis and the Middle East wars. Primary sources will be augmented with scholarly analyses and contemporary accounts to afford political and social perspectives.
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HIST 5012 - German Military History 3
This course explores the many strains of thought and political and technological developments that came together to make Germany a mighty power. Militarism, nationalism, autocracy, industrialism, totalitarianism and democracy are all themes featured as student examine how and why Germany gained such prominence.
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HIST 5013 - Navies and Empires 1900 to Present 3
Students investigate the uses of naval power in peace and war since 1900, using a comparative approach to naval leadership, strategy, tactics, technology, joint operations and social and cultural contexts. The navies of Great Britain, Germany, Imperial Japan, the Soviet Union and the United States receive the closest scrutiny.
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HIST 5014 - U.S. Military and American Society 3
This course includes analysis of interaction between the civilian population and the military during war. Students examine contributions and resistance of minority groups and women along with economic, political, social and cultural changes brought about by military conflicts. Primary sources, including diaries, letters and speeches, newspapers and magazines, present a picture of each crisis.
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HIST 5015 - Philosophical Perspectives on War and Justice: War and Ethics 3
Historical practice and ethical reflection suggest that military action by one state against another has moral limits. This course addresses both the question of when a country can justly go to war and what is ethically required of participants within a war.
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HIST 5016 - The Battle for God: Jihad, Herem and Other Theologies of War and Peace 3
Students investigate Holy war (ethnic cleansing) in Judaism, Christianity and Islam. The course includes examination of beliefs, values and historical traditions shared by religions and analyzes the theologies of war and peace in the Tenakh, the New Testament and the Quarn. Student also examine the fundamentalist “Battle for God” in these religions, concluding with an analysis of extremist groups.
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HIST 5017 - The Military in Nontraditional Roles 3
This course addresses non-combat roles performed by the U.S. military. The occupation of Germany and Japan after World War II, state building and peacekeeping missions around the globe are evaluated. Course content includes focus on democratization and cultural reorientation through political, educational, economic and cultural institutions.
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HIST 5018 - Special Operations Perspectives 3
This course focuses on the evolution of special operations forces during and since World War II. To the extent possible, anti-terrorist and clandestine measures by and in conjunction with military forces are examined first-hand using unclassified sources and scholarly assessments.
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HIST 5019 - Unconventional Warfare in History 3
Description: Students examine terrorism and other forms of unconventional warfare, including goals and methods of psychological, chemical and biological warfare. The ideal logical foundations of political, economic and social conditions associated with terrorist activities are analyzed.
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HIST 5021 - Islam as a World View 3
This course is a study of Islam that explores history. The life of Muhammed, the Quran and Hadiths, the Five Pillars, basic beliefs and values, diversions of war and peace, Islamic philosophy and the relationship among Judaism, Christianity and Islam are included in the course content.
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HIST 5022 - American Foreign Policy in the 20th Century 3
This course examines the history of American foreign policy with an emphasis on major wars (the World Wars, Korea, Vietnam and Persian Gulf), secondary conflicts overseas (Grenada, Panama), guerrilla combat (Philippine Insurrection, early Vietnam) and covert action (Cuba, Nicaragua, Iran, Guatemala).
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HIST 5023 - Directed Independent Readings 3
This course is designated to treat a variety of specialized topics. The professor and student can collaborate on specificity based on professor’s area of expertise and student’s needs. May be taken twice for a total of 6 semester hours.
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HIST 5024 - Thesis Research 3
To be taken twice for a total of 6 semester hours.
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HIST 5025 - Military Historiography and Criticism 3
This course includes readings in military history from ancient times to the present. Of particular interest are the impact of military thought on operations and the relationship between the military and society.
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HIST 5026 - European Military History 1789 to 1945 3
The development of military strategy, tactics, and technology in Europe from the French Revolution to the end of World War II.
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HIST 5027 - American Military History to 1919 3
The development and employment in peace and war of American Military Power on land and at sea from the American Revolution to the end of World War I.
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HIST 5028 - American Military History since 1919 3
The development and employment in peace and war of American Military Power on land, at sea and in the air since World War I.
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HIST 5030 - Thesis Research 6
Student will conduct research and write a thesis under supervision of designated faculty committee.
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HIST 5031 - The Samurai Tradition in Japanese History 3
This course will cover the history of the samurai class from its creation in the 8th-10th centuries to its dissolution in the 19th century. The rise of the samurai; the Gempel War; shogunal rule; the Warring States period; the Three Unifers; and the development of the bushido code.
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HIST 5032 - Medieval Warfare 3
This course examines warfare in the western tradition from the breakup of the Roman Empire (400 A.D.) to the rise of the modern nation state (1500 A.D.). The focus is on the development of military institutions and covers early feudal conflict, the Crusades and the 100 Years’ War.
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HIST 5033 - History of Airpower 3
This course examines the role of airpower in conflict since the beginning of manned flight. Included are the evolution of airpower technology and theory and their application in conflict.
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HIST 5034 - The Economy and Modern Warfare 3
Warfare taxes the resources and finances of the nation-state in unprecedented ways. This course examines macroeconomic linkages between the military and society including fiscal and monetary policy and inflation in the U. S. from the Civil War to the Gulf War. It includes logistics supply and market distortions in command economies.
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HIST 5950 - Teaching Social Studies in the Secondary Schools 3
Prerequisite: Milestone II requirements
Emphasis on developing skills in unit development; lesson planning and modification for diverse learners; individualized instruction; questioning and formal discussions; teaching critical thinking, reading in the content fields, and effective strategies; formative and summative assessment; and classroom management. A minimum of 15 hours of field experience is required.
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HIST 5991 - Research Requirement Completion 1
For students not fulfilling graduate school research literacy requirement within one year after completion of course work. Enrollment required each subsequent semester. Tuition and fees for one credit hour must be paid every semester until research requirement is met.
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Humanities (Creative Arts) |
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HUM 5000 - Creativity Arts 3
Characteristics of creative people and their importance in present day society, means of fostering creativity, its application to the fine arts.
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HUM 5040 - Workshop in Elementary Music 3
Individual and group projects related to music instruction in the elementary grades, including selected materials and teaching methods such as Kodaly and Orff.
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HUM 5060 - Recent Trends inthe Humanities 3
Incorporates philosophical trends, status studies and a projection of the humanities into future years. Study of community, state, federal and private agencies that are directly concerned with funding and encouraging the arts in American life.
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Journalism |
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JOUR 5450 - Public Relations Management 3
This program introduces many of the key aspects of public relations management through the readings and understanding of public relation principles and case studies.
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Leadership Studies |
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LDSP 5000 - Current Issues and Cases 3
Based on a global and cross-discipline perspective, this course provides a study of the current trends and practices in public and private sector leadership. Students will read and discuss current news, research, and case studies and will be required to complete independent and collaborative projects. Instruction will be provided on where to track trends in leadership and how to use the case method. Specific topics may vary depending upon the current trends but will generally include personal matery and leadership development, leading organizations into the future, values-based leadership and corporate citizenship, collaborative leadership, global leadership and diversity, stakeholder relations, kowledge management, a comparative study of the roles of leaders in business, public, and nonprofit (civil society) organizations, leadership and the grassroots and board levels, the impact of technology on leadership.
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LDSP 5100 - Leadership for the Scientist-Manager 3
The interplay between management and leadership will be addressed. Using readings, group discussions, case analyses, and self-assessments, this course will explore such management topics as hiring, motivating, and appraising employees. Leadership topics to be explored include prominent leadership theories and their practical application, and leading change in today’s multicultural workplace.
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Linguistics |
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LING 506A - History of English Language 3
The development of the English language from its earliest stages to the present time.
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LING 506B - Structure and Semantics 3
An investigation of current attitudes and theories in grammar, usage, semantics and morphology.
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LING 506C - History of the American English and Dialects 3
Description: The diachronic evolution of American English into its various dialects from World War II to the present. The focus is also on language awareness in standard English, prejudice and discrimination in language usage, cultural diversity, gender, taboo, censorship, media and advertising.
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LING 506D - Survey of Early Germanic Languages 3
Introduction to characteristic linguistic features of Gothic, Old Norse, Old Saxon, Old English, Old Frisian, Old Low Franconian, Old High German; examination of relationships between members of the early Germanic language family; overview of cultural/historical backgrounds of speakers of these early languages.
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