2022-2023 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Courses
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Description of courses offered by the various departments
The symbols FA (fall), SP (spring), and SU (summer) indicate when each course is offered. The credit (semester hours) for each course is indicated in parentheses after the course name. Interim course descriptions are made available during the fall semester and are published online.
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Interdisciplinary This section includes not only courses that are interdisciplinary (IDIS), but others also that do not fit logically into any single department or which are in disciplines not otherwise offered at Calvin.
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IDIS 212 - Global Health (3)
FA. This study of global health includes biological, social, and environmental contributors to health and disease in populations around the world. It covers health problems, issues and concerns as well as international health priorities and health payment systems in various countries. Students develop their own Christian response to global health issues. This course fulfills the Environmental Sustainability and the Global Regions and Cultures tags in the Engaged Citizenship Commitments core category. Prerequisite: sophomore status.
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IDIS 220 - Chinese Medicine and Culture (3)
SU, alternate years. The world’s most populous country has a long, rich cultural tradition featuring unique views of life, society, the human body, medicine, and nature. Some of these cultural roots trace back thousands of years, and yet, they still define Chinese identity today and deeply influence the modern way of life. As China takes increasingly prominent roles on the world stage, it becomes increasingly important to understand its cultural roots and practices. In this course, students will learn about Chinese history, philosophy and culture by attending lectures, reading books, interacting with Chinese instructors and students, and most importantly, by traveling the beautiful land of the Middle Kingdom (Chinese name of China). One of these cultural roots is the practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). TCM with its practice in acupuncture and herbal remedies is becoming more and more recognized and popular in western societies including the US and Europe. With a holistic approach, TCM focuses more on improving the body’s natural ways of healing rather than combating germs directly. In this course students learn the theories and practices of TCM from Chinese TCM instructors. This course fulfills the tag of Global Regions and Cultures in the Engaged Citizenship Commitments core category. It is also an elective course in Asian Studies Program. Off campus, associated course fee required.
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IDIS 240 - Introduction to Archaeology (3)
FA. An introduction to the study of the human past through the material evidence that has been left behind. Archaeology will be introduced as a historical and anthropological endeavor that seeks to document the past and create new histories through the critical and contextual evaluation of both material and documentary sources. The course emphasizes the global history of archaeology, archaeological theory and methods, interpretation, site conservation, relevant legal frameworks, and the ways in which archaeology serves as a bridges between historical disciplines and the arts, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. Upon completion, students will be prepared to participate in archaeological field work. The course serves as a prerequisite for IDIS 340. Crosslisted as HIST 280.
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IDIS 285 - Interfaith Relations (3)
SU. This course aims to build appreciative religious knowledge and cross-cultural awareness of Islam and Muslim culture, through exploring Islam as a religion, Islamic cultural identity, and worship practices, in its global setting. This learning is informed not just by reading and lecture, but primarily by face-to-face interactions and immersions into Muslim culture, through the practice of hospitality, and by creating meaningful personal relations with Muslims, which foster curiosity and enable learning about other cultures, encourage empathy with the religious other, and makes room for a deeper reflection on one’s own religious tradition and worldview.
This course will be taught in situ in a Muslim country. Previously, it has been taught in partnership with the Al Amana Center in Oman, but other locations in countries with a majority Muslim population (Indonesia, Palestine, Jordan) are possible for future courses.
While on location, students will be partnering with Muslim students, and engage in meaningful dialogue, through, for instance the practice of Scriptural Reasoning and the practice of daily hospitality. A program of visits to culturally and religously significant sites will be provided.
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IDIS 286 - Introduction to Cross-Cultural Medicine in Nepal (3)
SU. In this course, premedical/dental and nursing students get exposed to medicine in a cross-cultural context in Nepal. In Nepal, students will learn to appreciate the influence of history, culture, poverty, lack of infrastructure and religious concepts on health and sickness. This course will also examine how culture intersects with healthcare through problems such as sex trafficking, orphanages, nutrition, and mental health. Students will visit several hospitals to observe how healthcare is distributed in Nepal. This will include a 4-day rotation at the United Mission Hospital in Tansen where students will have exposure to internal medicine, pediatrics, surgery, orthopedics, maternity (Ob-Gyn), dentistry, and community medicine and meet with expat and Nepali healthcare workers; a 1-2 day rotation at Green Pasture Hospital in Pokhara to observe rehabilitation work for disabled persons and see the challenges experienced by Nepalis with disabilities; a one-day observation at a psychiatric rehabilitation center to observe challenges in mental health care in Nepal. A key feature of this course is for students to learn the joys and challenges of living in a different culture and deepen their faith and compassion for others as they interact with Nepali people. Students will find that medicine and Christianity are natural allies and Christian missions provide a unique opportunity to practice their faith in caring for others in their daily lives in a cross-cultural context. Evaluation is based on daily reflective journal writing, a final reflective written presentation, and active participation.
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IDIS 288 - Business and Engineering in China (3)
SU, alternate years. Where does your stuff come from? And why? And is that good for the environment and fair for the workers and suppliers? Students spend three weeks in China seeking answers to these questions. The learning methods include readings, discussion and meeting with business and engineering professionals at approximately twelve organizations in Beijing, Shanghai, Nanjing, and Hangzhou, as well as exploring important historic and cultural sites such as the Great Wall and Forbidden City. Topics include history, religion, urbanization, labor markets, environment, manufacturing, engineering, logistics and comparative advantage. Students also meet with Chinese Christians and hear how their faith guides their work and life. Evaluation is based on writings, quizzes, participation, and an exam. Open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors of any major. Preference is given to students majoring in engineering or business. Meets a Global Business Certificate requirement and an Engineering International Designation requirement. Fulfills Global Regions and Cultures core requirement. Course fee ($4,100) does not include airfare to Beijing and from Shanghai.
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IDIS 290 - Cross-Cultural Engagement Independent Study (0 or 1)
See https://calvin.edu/go/cce
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IDIS 310 - Science in Society (3)
SP. Selective studies of how science and technology have shaped modern society. Developments within various scientific disciplines and institutions are considered, each in the context of relevant historical and cultural forces. Controversial issues involving science and society are examined in light of both scientific and religious values. While focusing mainly on examples selected from the U.S. context, the course also introduces perspectives relevant to international relations and global systems of cooperation and commerce. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
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IDIS 340 - Field Work in Archaeology (3-6)
SU (May), alternate years. Offered in conjunction with field work done by Calvin faculty or qualified field schools of other universities. An off-campus, on-site introduction to archaeological field work designed to expose the student to the methodologies involved in stratigraphic excavation, typological and comparative analysis of artifacts, the use of material remains in the writing of cultural history, and the preservation and presentation of sites. Field school enrollment and placement is overseen by the Archaeology Program Coordinator. Crosslisted as HIST 380. Prequisites: IDIS 240 /HIST 280 and permission of the instructor.
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IDIS 355 - Integrated Global Studies (1)
Students will synthesize relevant course work and reflect constructively on building cultural intelligence and engaging across cultural lines. Key themes include cultural identity formation, key elements of cultural intelligence, and applying knowledge gained in relevant courses to the practice of crossing cultures. This course should be taken concurrent with or after the student’s approved international learning experiences.
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IDIS 375 - Methods and Pedagogies for Secondary Social Studies (3)
FA, alternate years. This seminar applies an active, student-centered learning approach in order to introduce students to the methods and practices of teaching the humanities and social sciences, including economics, geography, government, history, and psychology at the middle and high school level. The course prepares students for student teaching by providing practical instruction in curricular standards, unit planning, lesson planning, teaching resources, classroom methods, and assessment instruments, and exploring these in light of Christian understandings of human nature and pedagogy. This course should normally be taken before student teaching. Prerequisites: EDUC 302 and EDUC 303 , or permission of the instructor.
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IDIS 391 - Seminar in African and African Diaspora Studies (3)
FA, SP, as needed. This course seeks to integrate key conceptual and theoretical frameworks to provide upper level students with a good sense of how multiple disciplines such as history, philosophy, theology, anthropology, and literature engage African Studies and African Diaspora Studies. In this course, common readings will expand from the theoretical and conceptual to representative works on various themes in African and African Diaspora Studies. The primary focus of the course will be on the creation of African-American, Afro-Caribbean, and Afro-Latino identities, and the negotiating processes involved. In our discussions of scholarly work, we will offer criticism and ask pertinent questions from a Reformed Christian worldview. As a senior seminar, the course utilizes a seminar approach where the class discussion and structure derives from interactions with the texts, theories, and ideologies. The course carries an honors option (to be arranged with the professor).
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IDIS 394 - Gender Studies Capstone (3)
SP. An integrative course that refers to previous work in the minor, focusing particularly on current research, theory, and controversies in the field. Special attention will be paid to nurturing mature Christian thinking on gender issues.
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IDIS 396 - Preparation for Graduate Programs in the Physical and Mental Health Professions (0)
FA. This course explores the application and interview process required for pre-doctoral students. The course is designed specifically to meet the needs of pre-health students with a specific interest in medicine, dentistry, and other physical health related professions (e.g., PA, PT, MD/DO, DDS). Topics include an overview of the application process, writing the personal statement, professionalism, current issues in the medical sciences, financial planning for graduate school, and the traditional and multiple mini interview process. Prerequisite: planned submission to graduate/professional during spring/summer of current academic year.
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JAPN 101 - Elementary Japanese I (4)
FA. An introduction to Japanese language and culture, stressing both spoken and written Japanese. After one semester students will be able to carry on simple conversations in Japanese, read dialogues written in Japanese, and understand some fundamentals of Japanese social values and ways of thinking.
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JAPN 102 - Elementary Japanese II (4)
SP. A continuation of JAPN 101. Continued study of Japanese grammar with equal emphasis on improving conversational proficiency and on reading and writing Japanese. Many more “kanji” (Chinese characters) will be introduced for reading and writing and as a medium for gaining insight into Japanese culture. Prerequisite: JAPN 101 or permission of the instructor.
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JAPN 201 - Intermediate Japanese I (4)
FA. The goal of this course is to further the student’s ability to speak, understand, read, and write the Japanese language. Extensive oral drills and reading exercises continue to be used. By the end of the term, the student will know 200 “kanji”. Numerous cultural notes and written dialogues portraying various social situations provide insight into Japanese culture and various ways of thinking. Prerequisite: JAPN 102 or permission of the instructor.
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JAPN 202 - Intermediate Japanese II (4)
SP. This semester completes the study of basic Japanese grammar and syntax. By the end of the semester the student will have been introduced to most of the basic grammar patterns of Japanese and will have mastered a total of 270 “kanji”. Prerequisite: JAPN 201 or permission of the instructor.
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JAPN 301 - Advanced Japanese Language I (4)
Tutorial–please contact the instructor This course is designed to develop advanced competence in both spoken and written Japanese through exercises, drills, and conversation in class. The finer points of Japanese grammar will be analyzed systematically. Students will also continue their study of the written language by learning many new “kanji”. Various aspects of life in Japan today are discussed in order to prepare students culturally for travel, study, or work in Japan. Prerequisite: JAPN 202 or permission of the instructor. Not offered in 2022-23.
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JAPN 302 - Advanced Japanese Language II (4)
SP. A continuation of the systematic study of advanced grammar and composition. Students will learn many new “kanji” as they improve their skills in written Japanese. Conversation practice will also be emphasized. Prerequisite: JAPN 301 or permission of the instructor. Not offered in 2022-23.
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JAPN 311 - Advanced Japanese Language and Culture I (3)
FA. This course is designed to enhance understanding of Japanese culture, people, colloquial expressions and social behaviors through literature, articles, audio and video clips. Students will practice expressing their thoughts, opinions, and comments in Japanese, and learn to interact fluently in specific situations which are very common if one lives or works in Japan. Prerequisite: JAPN 302 or permission of the instructor. Not offered in 2022-23.
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JAPN 312 - Advanced Japanese Language and Culture II (3)
SP. This course builds on JAPN 311 through more literature, articles, audio and video clips on Japanese history, society, and culture. Prerequisite: JAPN 311 or permission of the instructor. Not offered in 2022-23.
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KIN 190 - Adapted Physical Education (1)
FA, SP. This course is available to students with special needs who cannot participate in other physical education/recreation classes. See Kinesiology department chair for information.
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KIN 191 - Lifeguard Training (2)
As needed. Elective Course. The courses listed in this series are offered to meet the special interests of students. Students may select a course from this group based on interest or academic program. These courses will count toward the total graduation requirement, but will not count as core courses.
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KIN 199 - Independent Activity (1)
FA, SP. Elective Course. The courses listed in this series are offered to meet the special interests of students. Students may select a course from this group based on interest or academic program. These courses will count toward the total graduation requirement, but will not count as core courses.
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KIN 201 - Introduction to Kinesiology (3)
FA, SP, SU. An exploration of human movement in work, leisure, play, sport, fitness and similar settings. This study of personal development in, about, and through physical activity builds on a Christian understanding of the human body and the place of physical activity and personal development in the Christian life and includes biological, social and philosophical factors that affect health and wholeness in populations around the world. A gateway course designed to develop wonder and possibilities from and for professions and content areas in Kinesiology and related fields.
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KIN 204 - Curricular and Instructional Principles for Teaching Physical Education (2)
FA, alternate years. An overview of curricular concepts, planning principles and management skills necessary for effective teaching and learning in physical education. This course is designed to give prospective teachers insights into the nature of physical education and effective instructional strategies. The course involves discussions, written assignments, research readings, observations, task teaching, and assessment applications. Prerequisite: KIN 201.
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KIN 212 - Anatomical Kinesiology (3)
FA. A study of human motion based on structural foundations. Particular attention is given to bone, joint, muscle, connective and nerve structures, and the movement patterns specific to these structures. An analysis of efficient anatomical movement patterns for loco-motor, manipulative, and sport skills are studied in the course. Prerequisite: BIOL 205 (may be taken concurrently) or permission of the instructor.
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KIN 213 - Biomechanics (3)
SP. A study of human movement based on the body’s anatomical structure and mechanical function. Includes a review of anatomical movement patterns with in-depth kinematic and kinetic analysis of loco-motor, manipulative, and sport skills. Students determine patterns of efficient movement for various sports skills based on physical and mechanical principles of human movement. Prerequisite: KIN 212 and either PHYS 221 or PHYS 223 , or permission of the instructor. The physics class may be taken concurrently with KIN 213.
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KIN 214 - Applied Kinesiology (3)
FA. The course will study pragmatic and field based material related to human anatomy, kinesiology and biomechanics. Primary focus will be applied to the study of major muscle and joint groups as they are involved in the science of human movement. Students will be required to learn the basic neuro-anatomical structures and functions of the musculoskeletal system. Students will also learn the basic mechanical laws that govern movement and apply these principles to common movements in sport, exercise, dance, and other physical activities. Prerequisite: sophomore status and BIOL 115 .
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KIN 215 - Physical Education and Recreation for Persons with Disabilities (2)
SP, alternate years. Philosophy and basic concepts relating to planning and conducting programs in educational and community settings for individuals with disabilities. Concepts and techniques in program planning, leadership, and adaptations of facilities, activities, equipment in physical education and recreation services for individuals with special needs are reviewed and discussed.
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KIN 216 - Medical Terminology (3)
FA. This fulfills the prerequisite for pre-physical therapy, pre-occupational therapy, physician’s assistant, and therapeutic recreation graduate programs. The course includes basic medical word structure, organization of the body, word parts (roots, suffixes, prefixes), medical specialties, and case reports. The course includes chapter quizzes, practice reading and writing medical records, a faith perspective paper, and a comprehensive final exam.
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KIN 218 - Administration of Athletics (3)
SP, alternate years. This survey course will introduce students to the profession of sport management and its relationship to the broader fields of physical education and recreation. The course will include an overview of the major aspects of sport management including sport facility design, sports marketing and fundraising, leadership and personnel management in sport, and sport law. Prerequisite: KIN 201.
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KIN 223 - Educational Health, Movement, and Dance (2)
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This course explores the doing and creating of health topics, movement, and dance (process and product) and the planning and teaching of health, movement, and dance (lesson design and pedagogy) in the elementary classroom. Students gain a working knowledge of basic health principles and the fundamentals of movement and dance to enhance student learning and apply these fundamentals across the elementary arts and disciplines.
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KIN 240 - Cardio-respiratory Fitness Assessment, Prescription, and Leadership (2)
FA. This class and lab-based course will introduce students to the methods and skills necessary for cardio-respiratory fitness (CRF) appraisal and prescription for healthy adults, as well as the principles of group and one-on-one aerobic exercise leadership. Topics include 1) risk factor identification and stratification, 2) relative contraindications to exercise testing, 3) informed consent and health questionnaires, and 4) submaximal and maximal aerobic exercise testing skills including blood pressure and heart rate. The benefits and risks of exercise testing and training, and the accepted modalities for exercise leadership will be discussed and practiced in the laboratory and both a fitness and aquatic center setting. Prerequisites: personal fitness core.
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KIN 241 - Muscular Fitness Assessment, Prescription, and Leadership (2)
SP. This class and lab-based course will introduce students to the methods and skills necessary for muscular strength and flexibility (MSF) assessment and prescription for healthy adults, as well as the principles of strength training group leadership and individualized personal training. Topics include muscular strength, endurance, power, and flexibility assessment, 2) the benefits and risks associated with resistance training, 3) selection and prescription of appropriate resistance and flexibility training modalities based on fitness assessment, 4) common orthopedic considerations, and 5) ability to safely demonstrate and lead exercises. Students will learn to conduct a comprehensive workout to include evaluation, warm-up, training bout, cool-down, and flexibility modalities. Prerequisite: personal fitness core.
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KIN 242 - Dance in Physical Education (2)
FA, alternate years. Required of all physical education/ teacher education majors and minors. This course explores the doing and creating of dance (process and product) and the planning and teaching of dance (lesson design and pedagogy) in the physical education curriculum K-12. Students gain a working knowledge of the fundamentals of dance within Physical Education. Students study, perform, create, plan and teach various dance forms (folk, square, social and creative dance) with special attention to appropriate resources and pedagogy. Learning occurs through lectures, discussions, studio activity, teaching opportunities and the collection of dance resources. Not offered in 2022-23.
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KIN 243 - Sport Psychology (3)
SP, alternate years. This introductory course examines the ways in which psychological factors influence one’s sport performance. Research based topics include an examination of attentional styles and issues, causal attributions, motivational factors, somatic and cognitive competitive anxiety, and issues related to mood states, self-talk, self-concept and self-efficacy. This course also examines an array of research based psychological principles and skills which an individual can employ to enhance her/his motor performance. Such topics include the use of imagery, motivational strategies, goal setting, thought-stopping techniques, cognitive restructuring, methods to manage somatic and cognitive anxiety, attentional control skills, and strategies to enhance one’s self-concept and self-efficacy. Students are evaluated on in-class participation, a group or individual research project and presentation, homework assignments and written tests. Prerequisite: KIN 201.
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KIN 255 - Sports Medicine (3)
The course covers physiological principles as they apply to physical conditioning and rehabilitation from injuries. Specific types of conditioning programs and general first aid techniques are studied. Prerequisite: BIOL 115 , KIN 212, or equivalent. Not offered in 2022-23.
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KIN 302 - Sociology of Sport (3)
FA, alternate years. A study of the social and social-psychological dynamics of sports in modern society. Areas receiving special attention are youth sports, interscholastic sports, and professional sports. Emphasis is put on describing and understanding sports participants, observers, and the relationship of sport as an institution to the rest of the social structure. Also offered as SOC 302.
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KIN 305 - Elementary Physical Activity and Development (3)
FA, alternate years. A study of basic knowledge, skills, and strategies involved in the various educational activities appropriate for elementary school physical education programs. This course focuses on methods and resources for the elementary school curricula. Course includes lectures, discussions, demonstrations, laboratory teachings, student presentations, and resource material compilations. Prerequisites: KIN 204.
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KIN 306 - High School Physical Activity and Skill Acquisition (3)
SP, alternate years. This course focuses on methods and resource materials appropriate for secondary school physical education programs. Coverage includes team sports, individual and dual sports, fitness building activities, recreational sports activities, and adaptive activities. The course includes lectures, discussions, demonstrations, laboratory teachings, student presentations, and compilation of resource materials. Prerequisites: KIN 204.
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KIN 320 - Sports Marketing and Public Relations (3)
SP, alternate years. This course explores the breadth of the sports marketing industry and its consumer and communication realities. Students study market selection and how to plan, create, and assess sports marketing communication programs that include advertising, marketing, public relations, and new media. Prerequisites: KIN 218 or permission of instructor.
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KIN 325 - Physiology of Physical Activity (4)
SP. A study of physical efficiency and physiological principles involved in human exercise. Emphasis will be placed on the responses of the respiratory, cardiovascular, and muscular systems. The course includes the physiology of factors affecting performance such as the environment and the use of tobacco, alcohol, and drugs. The laboratory will help students apply principles and techniques used in assessment of physiological responses to exercise. Prerequisite: BIOL 115 , BIOL 141 , or permission of the instructor.
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KIN 328 - Advanced Practices in Exercise Science (3)
FA. An in-depth survey of clinical exercise physiology, disease and disability, and practical application of prescriptive exercise throughout the lifespan. Emphasis will be placed on advanced health and fitness appraisal and exercise prescription for specific populations (youth, adults, pregnancy, elderly) and disease modalities (cardiovascular, pulmonary, neuromuscular, orthopedic, immunologic). Exercise counseling and behavior strategies, as well as legal, professional, and management topics will be discussed. The course includes critique and design of research in exercise science and a personal training practicum. Prerequisites: KIN 213 , KIN 325 , and CPR certification. Fee: $15.
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KIN 332 - Philosophy of Physical Education and Sport (3)
FA, SP. Capstone course. This course provides students with a survey of philosophical inquiry about sport and physical education. Topics include the nature of play and sport, sport as meaningful experiences, ethics in sport and physical activity, and contemporary issues such as drugs, violence, and gender. Throughout the course, students are confronted with issues from a Christian and Reformed perspective in order to develop their own Christian perspectives. Prerequisites: biblical foundations I or theological foundations I, developing a Christian mind, and philosophical foundations.
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KIN 346 - Field Internship (3)
FA, SP, SU. An internship or field experience at an approved agency, institution, or service as specified by a student’s major and advisor in kinesiology. Where applicable, the seminar focuses on the problems and issues involved in relating theory to professional practice. Prerequisite: Recreation majors must first complete all courses in the recreation program. Other kinesiology majors must have junior or senior standing. All students must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of C (2.0) and the approval of the department advisor.
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KIN 359 - Student Teaching Seminar (3)
FA. The seminar deals with perspectives and methods of teaching physical education. This course should be taken concurrently with EDUC 346 and will provide a forum for discussion of problems and issues that develop during student teaching. Before taking this course, students must be admitted into directed teaching by the Departments of Education and of Kinesiology Departments. Students must complete the physical education major prior to student teaching.
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KIN 380 - Individual Competencies (1)
FA, SP. This course assists students in the development of a portfolio documenting essential skills and experiences needed to prepare them for professional practice in the disciplines of health, physical education, recreation, and dance. Students will document their skill competence in a variety of fitness, movement/dance and sport activities, as well as document proficiency in teaching, administrative, and professional competencies. This course is cross-listed with RECR 380 .
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KIN 383 - External Practicum (1)
Students work at least 60 hours in a position that must be related to their major. May be repeated multiple times for credit. No more than 12 credit hours of internship and/or practicum can be counted toward graduation requirements. International students enrolled in this course may apply for CPT authorization. Online. Prerequisites: Not open to first-year students. Must be a major in department and have received approval from the department. Applications are initiated through the Career Center. Students find their own position, which must be approved by the Career Center and the department.
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KIN 390 - Independent Study (1-4)
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KIN 391 - Honors Project and Presentation (1-4)
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KIN 500 - Research Methods and Statistics in Exercise Science (4)
As needed. This course is a general research methods course for students studying a broad range of professions in exercise science. Topics include the scientific method, research planning and designs, data collection, descriptive and inferential statistics, and evaluation and dissemination of research. Students will complete data analyses, including binomial and poison distributions, analytical techniques, and testing of statistical concepts in exercise science and health. Prerequisite: admission into the MS in exercise science program.
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KIN 505 - Facilities and Event Management (2)
As needed. This course is designed to give students advanced information and knowledge on the operation and management of athletic and recreational facilities. Strategies and techniques required to run successful sporting, workplace wellness, and fitness and exercise events will be applied. Students will learn how to manage logistics—the who, what, where, when, and how—of running events, including task list development, process management, and development of contingency plans.
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KIN 513 - Functional Movement and Motor Learning (4)
As needed. In this course, students will investigate motor control, coordination, and motor skill acquisition and re-training, ranging from activities of daily living and rehabilitation to the performance of athletes. Course topics also include how to train the body to move efficiently, prevent injury, improve balance and flexibility, build strength, and improve overall quality of life. Applied functional movement techniques will be taught, including understanding fascia, movement screening, and assessments. Prerequisite: admission into the MS in exercise science program.
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KIN 515 - Principles of Cardiac Rehabilitation (2)
As needed. In this course, students will examine models of cardiac rehabilitation program delivery from inpatient to post-rehabilitation care. Cardiac disease patients and special demographic populations will be studied, with regard to modifiable lifestyle practices such as nutrition and physical activity, cardiovascular risk factors, behavior modification, program adherence, and management of potential emergencies. Students will gain skills in administrative and managerial procedures, program assessment, and case management. Prerequisite: Admission into the MS in exercise science program.
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KIN 520 - Marketing and Promotion in Sport and Exercise (2)
As needed. This course helps students gain a deeper understanding of the breadth of sport and exercise marketing by an in-depth examination of product, price, place, and promotion. Topics will include market segmentation, branding, sponsorships, marketing research and strategy, licensing, public relations, and venue and event marketing. Prerequisite: admission into the MS in exercise science program.
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KIN 528 - Advanced Sport and Tactical Performance (4)
As needed. In this course, students will apply scientific knowledge to train individuals for the primary goal of improving athletic and job performance. They will design sport-specific testing sessions, implement safe and effective strength training and conditioning programs, and integrate general guidance regarding nutrition and injury prevention. Students will also learn to how to design and facilitate strength training programs to increase the performance, readiness, and longevity of tactical professionals while decreasing the likelihood of fitness-related injuries. Prerequisites: Functional Movement and Motor Learning, Physiology of Activity
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KIN 530 - Injury Prevention and Return to Play (2)
As needed. In this course, students will apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology, motor learning, functional movement, and strength and conditioning to injury prevention and return to play and activity. Students will learn how to identify individuals and situations which contribute toward higher risk of injury, as well as design appropriate training and conditioning programs for prevention and mitigation.
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KIN 543 - Sport Psychology (2)
As needed. This course examines the ways in which psychological factors influence one’s sport performance and exercise adherence. Research based topics include an examination of attentional styles and issues, causal attributions, motivational factors, somatic and cognitive competitive anxiety, and issues related to mood states, self-talk, self-concept and self-efficacy. This course also examines an array of research based psychological principles and skills which an individual can employ to motor performance, including the following topics: use of imagery, motivational strategies, goal setting, thought-stopping techniques, cognitive restructuring, methods to manage somatic and cognitive anxiety, attentional control skills, and strategies to enhance one’s self-concept and self-efficacy. Prerequisite: admission into the MS in exercise science program.
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KIN 545 - Clinical Exercise Physiology (4)
As needed. In this course, students will study the clinical aspects of exercise physiology including fundamental knowledge of disease-specific pathology and treatment guidelines. Exercise testing and training principles for patients with chronic diseases and disabilities will be examined, including metabolic, respiratory, immune, neuromuscular, and bone and joint disorders. Special populations studied will include children, elderly, and pregnant and post-partum women. Prerequisite: an undergraduate course in physiology or exercise physiology is strongly recommended.
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KIN 546 - Externship in Exercise Science (4)
As needed. This course includes a 64-hour work experience (8 hours/week) in an approved setting where students have the opportunity to enhance skills in their chosen concentration area. Students will work under the supervision of an individual at the externship site as well as a Calvin faculty member. Completion of a project which allows them to integrate their academic preparation through problem solving or program implementation in a worksite setting is due by the end of the course. This course must be taken sometime in the last two terms.
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KIN 554 - Fitness and Sports Nutrition (2)
As needed. Students will examine the role of nutrition in fitness and sport with an emphasis on human performance optimization. Topics will include advanced manipulation of macro and micronutrients, ergogenic aids, supplementation, fluid balance, body composition, and nutrition in changing environments. Prerequisite: admission into the MS in exercise science program.
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KIN 560 - Electrocardiography in Exercise Science (2)
As needed. In this course, students will learn the relationships between cardiac anatomic structure, cardiac physiology, cardiac cycle, and electrocardiogram tracings. Students will learn a five-step systemic approach to reading and interpreting an electrocardiogram by assessing an electrocardiogram for rate, rhythm, axis, hypertrophy, and infarction. Finally, students will learn to provide concluding comments about an electrocardiogram, as determined by the five-step approach.
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KIN 590 - Capstone in Exercise Science (4)
As needed. The exercise science capstone course provides an opportunity to culminate all aspects of the graduate program through development of an exercise science final project. Examples may include a publishable journal article, employee handbook, personal website, a marketing proposal, instructional media, program or facility development, on-line course materials, lab manual, curriculum development, or event plan. Students will post their capstone project to classmates and graduate instructor. Throughout the course, students will examine faith and leadership topics from a Christian perspective in order to develop their own vocation mission statement by the end of the course. This course should be taken some time during the last two terms.
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Korean |
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KOR 101 - Elementary Korean I (4)
FA. An introductory course in which basic conversational and grammatical skills are taught. The course is based on a communicative approach, aiming for students to be able to communicate in Korean at a basic level and also to have a structural awareness of the language. Major cultural aspects of Korea are also studied in a Christian context.
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KOR 102 - Elementary Korean II (4)
SP. A continuation of KOR 101, the course continues to focus on basic conversational and grammatical skills. The course is based on a communicative approach, aiming for students to be able to communicate in Korean at more than a basic level and also to have a functional structural awareness of the language. Major cultural aspects of Korea are also incorporated in a Christian context throughout the course. Prerequisite: KOR 101 or permission of the instructor.
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KOR 201 - Intermediate Korean I (4)
FA. A continuation of KOR 102. Continued study of Korean grammar, with equal emphasis on improving conversational proficiency and on reading and writing Korean, as well as the language as a medium for gaining insight into Korean culture. Prerequisite: KOR 102 or permission of the instructor.
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KOR 202 - Intermediate Korean II (4)
SP. A continuation of KOR 201. Completion of the study of basic grammar and further study of the Korean writing system, with continued emphasis on both speaking and reading. Course goals include conversational and reading comprehension and cultural understanding. Prerequisite: KOR 201 or permission of instructor.
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Latin |
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LATN 101 - Elementary Latin I (4)
FA, alternate years. For students who have had only one year of high school Latin or no Latin at all. This course will teach students the essentials of grammar and a basic vocabulary, and an appreciation of the Latin language, its literature, and its importance in today’s culture. Sententiae from the principal Latin authors will be read. Together with LATN 102 this course fulfills the World Languages I core requirement. No prerequisites
Not offered in 2022-23.
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LATN 102 - Elementary Latin II (4)
SP. A continuation of LATN 101 . Students will continue to learn the fundamentals of Latin grammar, syntax, morphology, and vocabulary, and various aspects of Roman culture and history. Students will also begin to read longer selections of authentic Latin. This course fulfills the World Languages I core requirement. Prerequisite: LATN 101 or its equivalent. Not offered in 2022-23.
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LATN 201 - Intermediate Latin (3)
A thorough review of the essentials of grammar will accompany the reading of selected Latin prose and/or poetry. Prerequisite: two years of high school Latin or two courses of college Latin. Not offered in 2022-23.
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LATN 205 - Latin Prose (3)
SP, alternate years. Readings in a selected Roman prose author, with special emphasis on gaining reading proficiency in Latin prose. Prerequisite: LATN 201, three years of high school Latin, or permission of the instructor. May be repeated for credit, depending on course content and permission of the instructor. Not offered in 2022-23.
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LATN 206 - Latin Poetry (3)
SP, alternate years. Readings in a selected Roman poet, with special emphasis on gaining reading proficiency in Latin poetry. Prerequisite: LATN 201, three years of high school Latin, or permission of the instructor. May be repeated for credit, depending on course content and permission of the instructor. Not offered in 2022-23.
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LATN 300 - Readings in Latin Literature (3)
SP. Readings from a Latin prose author and/or poet, with special emphasis on literary qualities, as illumined by critical scholarship. May be repeated for credit, depending on course content and permission of the instructor. Not offered in 2022-23.
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Management: Graduate |
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MGMT 531 - Marketing Concepts (3)
FA. The marketing management process (a.k.a corporate marketing or strategic marketing) is critical at all levels of the organization, regardless of the title applied to the activity. This course focuses on formulating and implementing marketing management strategies and tactics and relating marketing principles to consumer and business actions. The course also includes opportunities to develop a marketing strategy and select appropriate tactics to successfully implement the strategy and deliver value to the target market. Prerequisite: admission into the graduate business program.
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MGMT 533 - Accounting (3)
FA. Organizational leaders are expected to make effective data-driven decisions. This course focuses on the development and use of accounting information in the analysis and decision-making process. This course includes financial accounting and managerial accounting topics. The financial accounting topics include Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), asset valuation, measurement of liabilities, and income determination. The managerial accounting topics include cost-volume-profit analysis, differential analysis, and budgeting. In addition to using accounting information to make effective decisions, the course focuses on communicating (orally, visually, and in writing) to a variety of stakeholders. Prerequisite: admission to the graduate business program.
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MGMT 535 - Statistical Analysis (3)
SP. This course focuses on analyzing datasets and considering case studies from fields including marketing, finance, and management. Through the application of statistical software and Excel, computations are used to present descriptive statistics. Tools such as regression models are used to make appropriate statistical inferences for decision-making. Prerequisite: admission into the graduate business program.
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MGMT 537 - Corporate Finance (3)
SP. Organizations are often challenged in determining a capital structure that results in minimizing the cost of capital. This course focuses on the “why” and “how” companies raise debt and equity capital from investors, and considerations necessary to make informed decisions to invest capital in future growth opportunities. Accounting information and financial analyses are used and performed to assist with the above decisions and to advocate with company stakeholders. Prerequisite: admission into the graduate business program.
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MGMT 542 - Leadership: Service, Influence, and Transformation (3)
SP. What are some of the critical skills of self-leadership needed to achieve personal and professional goals? How can these skills be applied toward service, influence, and intentional development and growth? This course focuses on the social, cognitive, and psychological processes characterizing authentic, servant, and transformational leadership, and provides an introduction of certain critical skills of self-leadership that contribute to accomplishing personal and professional goals. Other areas of emphasis include identification of individual differences and using assessment materials, analytical tools, and theory to develop action plans that will support sustained personal and professional growth. Prerequisite: admission into the graduate business program.
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MGMT 544 - Leading Groups and Teams (3)
FA. Groups and teams are an integral part of modern businesses and organizational life. To be better prepared to succeed as a leader, manager or member of teams, this course: (1) creates opportunities to lead and manage dynamic teams and design and implement effective team processes, and (2) introduces the critical theories, concepts and frameworks used by successful managers to diagnose team performance and the threats and opportunities teams face. Prerequisite: admission into the graduate business program.
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MGMT 546 - Leading Organizations: Structure, Culture, and Change (3)
FA. Healthy and successful organizations are structured in alignment with their strategy, have strong, values-based cultures, and are able to adapt to change. This course will enhance an understanding of life inside organizations through an interdisciplinary examination of common organizational practices such as organizational structure, culture differentiation and internal integration, culture typologies, as well as leadership attributes and styles. The course is designed to increase effectiveness in dealing with multiple aspects of organizational change—by understanding conditions that may require it, increasing awareness of multiple ways that organizations change, managing change, receiving and participating in it, and understanding approaches and responses to change. Prerequisite: admission into the graduate business program.
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MGMT 548 - Responsible Leadership (3)
SU. How should an organization approach the many challenges and considerations involved in making sustainable business decisions that take into account all stakeholders? This course will orient students to the ethical imperatives of leadership in contemporary organizations. Responsible leadership theory will provide a framework for connecting virtuous character with responsiveness to the organization’s stakeholders, and to organizational sustainability. Alternative models of corporate social responsibility, including models informed by Christian theological and social traditions, will be presented and critiqued. Contextual agendas for responsible leadership will be developed through reflective writing exercises. Prerequisite: admission into the graduate business program.
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MGMT 555 - Strategic Management (3)
SU. To achieve its goals, an organization must design and execute an effective strategy across its various areas. This course focuses on identifying opportunities and developing strategies for success. Emphasis is placed on the strategy-making process and challenging common narratives, developing skills to analyze both the external and internal environments, and rethinking competitive positioning including business models. Prerequisite: admission into the graduate business program.
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Marketing: Undergraduate |
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MKTG 301 - Marketing (3)
FA, SP. A study of the principles and strategies for planning and controlling marketing programs, including the market research, product development, pricing, promotion, and distribution of ideas, goods, services, experiences, and values that attempts to satisfy individual and organizational needs and objectives. Includes real-world learning projects. For entry into this 300-level marketing course, students must have achieved at least a C in BUS 101, BUS 201, and ACCT 203. Prerequisite: ECON 221 .
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MKTG 302 - Consumer Behavior (3)
FA, SP. An in-depth look at the processes involved when consumers purchase and use products, study of internal and external influences for purchase, and implications for marketing research and marketing strategy. Includes real-world learning research projects. Prerequisites: MKTG 301 and STAT 143 or equivalent.
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MKTG 303 - Professional Selling (3)
SP. This class uses a relationship selling model that builds value and benefits both the buying and selling parties. Students will learn communications skills useful in making informative and persuasive presentations. Course topics include prospecting, how to make positive first impressions, presentation skills, managing objections, negotiating, reaching win-win decisions, time management, team-selling, sales force management, and serving customers. Prerequisite: MKTG 301 .
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MKTG 310 - Special Topics in Marketing (3)
FA, SP. A study of marketing theory, strategy, and tactics. This course is research based and includes real-world learning projects. Prerequisites: STAT 143 and MKTG 301 .
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MKTG 383 - External Practicum (1)
FA, SP, SU. Students work at least 60 hours in a position that must be related to their major. May be repeated multiple times for credit. No more than 12 credit hours of internship and/or practicum can be counted toward graduation requirements. International students enrolled in this course may apply for CPT authorization. Online. Prerequisites: Not open to first-year students. Must be a major in department and have received approval from the department. Applications are initiated through the Career Center. Students find their own position, which must be approved by the Career Center and the department.
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Mathematics |
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MATH 071 - Calculus I Supplemental Instruction (1)
FA. This course introduces students to learning theories and practices used to be successful as college learners of Calculus. Students will regularly apply theories and practices to a paired Calculus I course (MATH 171) to aid student learning. Many of the strategies learned will have application across content areas, but the primary focus will be on calculus and its prerequisites. Corequisite: MATH 171 .
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MATH 072 - Calculus II Supplemental Instruction (1)
SP. This course introduces students to learning theories and practices used to be successful as college learners of Calculus. Students will regularly apply theories and practices to a paired Calculus II course (MATH 172) to aid student learning. Many of the strategies learned will have application across content areas, but the primary focus will be on calculus and its prerequisites. Corequisite: MATH 172 .
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MATH 100 - Mathematics in the Contemporary World (3)
FA. An introduction to the nature and variety of mathematics results and methods, mathematical models and their applications, and to the interaction between mathematics and culture. Not open to mathematics and natural science majors.
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MATH 132 - Calculus for Management, Life, and Social Sciences (4)
SP. Functions, limits, and derivatives. Applications of derivatives to maximum-minimum problems, exponential and logarithmic functions, integrals, and functions of several variables. Not open to those who have completed MATH 171.
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MATH 171 - Calculus I (4)
FA, SP. This course serves as an introduction to calculus. Topics include functions, limits, derivatives, applications of derivatives, and integrals. Prerequisite: four years of college preparatory mathematics or the equivalent. A calculus readiness test is administered by the department during orientation.
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MATH 172 - Calculus II (4)
FA, SP. Techniques of integration, applications of integration, infinite sequences and series, parametric equations and polar coordinates. Prerequisite: a C- or better in MATH 171 . First-year students with advanced placement credit for MATH 171 should normally enroll in section AP.
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MATH 190 - First-Year Seminar in Mathematics (1)
FA. An introduction in seminar format to several different topics in mathematics not otherwise part of the undergraduate program. Topics vary by semester, but will include both classical and recent results and both theoretical and applied topics. The goals of the course are to acquaint students with the breadth of mathematics and to provide opportunity for students interested in mathematics to study these topics together. All first-year students interested in mathematics (regardless of prospective major program) are welcome to register. This course will be graded on a credit/no-credit basis.
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MATH 221 - The Real Number System and Methods for Elementary School Teachers (4)
FA, SP. This course provides prospective elementary school teachers with background needed for teaching elementary mathematics. Both content and methodology relevant to school mathematics are considered. Topics covered include the real number system and its sub-systems. Pedagogical issues addressed include the nature of mathematics and of mathematics learning and the role of problem solving and the impact of technology in the elementary school mathematics curriculum. Prerequisite: EDUC 102 , may be taken concurrently. Fulfills the mathematics core requirement.
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MATH 222 - Geometry, Probability, Statistics, and Methods for Elementary School Teachers (4)
FA, SP. This course is a continuation of MATH 221. Both content and methodology relevant to teaching geometry, probability, and statistics in elementary school are considered. Topics covered include basic geometric concepts in two and three dimensions, transformational geometry, measurement, probability, and descriptive and inferential statistics. Pedagogical issues addressed include the place of geometry, probability, and statistics in the elementary school curriculum, use of computers in mathematics, and the development of geometric and probabilistic thinking. Prerequisite: MATH 221 or permission of the instructor.
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MATH 231 - Differential Equations with Linear Algebra (4)
FA, SP. An introduction to solutions and applications of first and second-order ordinary differential equations including Laplace transforms, elementary linear algebra, systems of linear differential equations, numerical methods and non-linear equations. Prerequisites: a C- or better in MATH 172 .
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MATH 251 - Discrete Mathematics (3)
FA. An introduction to a number of topics in discrete mathematics including propositional and predicate logic, functions and sets, induction and other proof techniques, recurrences, and modular arithmetic. Prerequisites: CS 106 or CS 108 and MATH 132 or MATH 171 .
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