2021-2022 Brenau University Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2021-2022 Brenau University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses Descriptions


 

Education

  
  • ED 965 - Dissertation Advisement 2: Proposal

    (3)
    This course deals with both the theoretical and practical aspects of designing dissertation research and successfully defending the design in a proposal hearing. This course is designed to assist students in various stages of the dissertation process, although emphasis is placed squarely on development of the first three dissertation chapters.  However, students may be: developing their dissertation topic and research design, writing a prospectus or proposal, collecting and/or analyzing data, writing concluding chapters, or preparing for the final oral defense. Upon consultation with their major professor, students will contract with the instructor to specify the dissertation-related task(s) they will complete during the semester. Note(s) Approval of adviser required. This course is taught pass/fail.
  
  • ED 970 - Dissertation Advisement 3: Data Collection

    (3)
    This course deals with both the theoretical and practical aspects of designing dissertation research and successfully defending the design in a proposal hearing. this seminar is designed to assist students in various stages of the dissertation process, although emphasis is placed squarely on the development of the first three dissertation chapters. however, students may be: developing their dissertation topic and research design, writing a prospectus or proposal, collecting and/or analyzing data, writing concluding chapters, or preparing for the final oral defense. upon consultation with their major professors, students will contract with the instructor to specify the dissertation-related task(s) they will complete during the semester. Prerequisite(s): Doctoral candidacy. Note(s) This course is taught pass/fail.
  
  • ED 975 - Dissertation Advisement 4: Conclusion of Research

    (3)
    This course deals with both the theoretical and practical aspects of designing dissertation research and successfully defending the design in a proposal hearing. This seminar is designed to assist students in various stages of the dissertation process, although emphasis is placed squarely on completion of the last chapter of the dissertation and preparation for the oral defense. However, students may be: developing their dissertation topic and research design, writing a prospectus or proposal, collecting and/or analyzing data, writing concluding chapters, or preparing for the final oral defense. Upon consultation with their major professors, students will contract with the instructor to specify the dissertation-related task(s) they will complete during the semester. Prerequisite(s): ED 970 Note(s) This course is taught pass/fail.
  
  • ED 980 - Dissertation Advisement 5: Dissertation Continuation

    (3)
    The emphasis in this course is placed squarely on completion of the last chapter of the dissertation and preparation for the oral defense. Students who have completed the program except for the dissertation shall enroll in this continuation course with access to university facilities, resources and faculty. Upon consultation with their major professors, students will contract with the instructor to specify the dissertation-related task(s) they will complete during the semester. Prerequisite(s): Approval of the Dean. Note(s) This course is taught pass/fail. May be repeated twice.
  
  • EH 446W - Comparative Literature

    (3)
    This course may focus on a culture, such as Ireland or Africa, or on a mode of writing, or subject, that stretches across cultures, such as Third World novels. This course is designated as a W course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102 Note(s) May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis.
  
  • SE 701 - Assessment & Strategies for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder

    (3)
    Candidates will become knowledgeable and develop skills necessary to assess academic, communication and social needs of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and apply those findings to meaningful educational interventions and progress monitoring. Both formal and informal assessments will be addressed as well as how Assistive Technology and Alternate/Augmentative Systems can enhance the delivery of instruction and student performance. This course includes a field component.
  
  • SE 702 - Nature & Needs of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder

    (3)
    Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a broad disability category which is composed of three primary behavioral characteristics: deficits in socialization, communication, and a narrow range of interests/activities. Individuals with ASD vary in their intelligence, behaviors, and abilities. Candidates will develop knowledge and skills related to the nature and needs of students with autism including characteristics and eligibility for special education services and supports. Collaboration with school related professionals and families will be explored through a trans-disciplinary team approach leading to an effective partnership from preschool to transition to secondary services.
  
  • SE 703 - Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder

    (3)
    Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a broad disability category which is composed of three primary behavioral characteristics: deficits in socialization, communication, and a narrow range of interests/activities. Individuals with ASD vary in their intelligence, behaviors, and abilities. Candidates will develop and implement Functional Behavior Assessments and Individual Behavior Plans focusing on proactive strategies for positive social and academic behavior. Candidates will learn to collect relevant data and use that information to guide the development of behavioral strategies. Specific behavioral strategies effective for students with ASD are addressed. Candidates will apply the research-based principles of Applied Behavioral Analysis with positive supports and strategies with a student with challenging behaviors. This course includes a field component.
  
  • SE 704 - Seminar in Special Education: Supervision and Trends

    (3)
    Candidates will have an opportunity to discuss, analyze and evaluate current issues and trends in the delivery of special education supports and services; using such evidence to evaluate current practices and its effect on various stakeholders. In addition, candidates will address federal and state rules and regulations for providing supports and services for students with disabilities 3-21 and its impact on the school environment.
  
  • SE 795 - Special Topics in Special Education

    (3)
    The Special Topics course will allow us the flexibility to offer relevant topical courses as dictated by current needs of the schools, teachers and education students. the course would afford graduate students in our education program an opportunity to explore contemporary issues in education. Specific topics would be proposed to, and must be approved by a committee composed of the Dean and the Department Chairs. Part of the department-level approval process for specific special topics in education will be to ensure that the topic is not redundant with current course offerings and/or past topics.

English

  
  • EH 100 - Academic Reading & Writing

    (3)
    Intensive sessions in the practice of reading with special emphasis on reading comprehension and genre awareness, and on writing with particular focus on organization, paragraph development, sentence structure, grammar, and usage. A grade of C or better is required. Note(s) Placement determined.
  
  • EH 101 - Written Communication *

    (3)
    This course focuses on writing papers in response to readings in a variety of genres. Students develop, draft, revise, and edit original compositions. Placement is determined by standardized test scores. Note(s) Minimum grade of C required for graduation.
  
  • EH 101W - Written Communication *

    (3)
    This course focuses on writing papers in response to readings in a variety of genres. Students develop, draft, revise, and edit original compositions. Placement is determined by standardized test scores. A grade of C or better is required. This course is designated as a “W” course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise.
  
  • EH 102 - Reading and Research Writing *

    (3)
    This course focuses on reading texts and writing research papers. Students will prepare and develop critical analyses that integrate secondary materials. Prerequisite(s): EH 101 Note(s) Minimum grade of C required for graduation.
  
  • EH 102W - Reading & Research Writing *

    (3)
    This course focuses on reading texts and writing research papers. Students will prepare and develop critical analyses that integrate secondary materials. A grade of C or better is required.  This course is designated as a “W” course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Prerequisite(s): EH 101
  
  • EH 103 - Oral Communication *

    (3)
    This course covers the fundamentals of public speaking. Students will analyze the content and performance characteristics of effective speeches. They will develop and deliver speeches of various types and for various audiences.
  
  • EH 103W - Oral Communication *

    (3)
    This course covers the fundamentals of public speaking. Students will analyze the content and performance characteristics of effective speeches. They will develop and deliver speeches of various types and for various audiences.  This course is designated as a “W” course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise.
  
  • EH 200 - Mythology: Sacred Stories, Human Lives *

    (3)
    The course focuses on ancient literature (such as the Bible and classical Greek mythology) that has shaped the Western world view. Students will also examine more modern texts that reveal the reach of these early works. In addition to reading significant literature, students will continue to develop their oral and written communication skills. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 200W - Mythology: Sacred Stories, Human Lives *

    (3)
    The course focuses on ancient literature (such as the Bible and classical Greek mythology) that has shaped the Western world view. Students will also examine more modern texts that reveal the reach of these early works. In addition to reading significant literature, students will continue to develop their oral and written communication skills. This course is designated as a W course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 201 - Western World Literature *

    (3)
    The course focuses on representative literary texts from the neoclassical period to the present. Students will examine works in their historical and cultural context and consider the interplay between text and culture. In addition to reading significant literature, students will continue to develop their oral and written communication skills. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 201W - Western World Literature *

    (3)
    The course focuses on representative literary texts from the neoclassical period to the present. Students will examine works in their historical and cultural context and consider the interplay between text and culture. In addition to reading significant literature, students will continue to develop their oral and written communication skills.This course is designated as a W course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 202 - Asian and African Literature *

    (3)
    This course focuses on literatures of Asia and Africa. Through classical pieces and modern texts, students will examine theories of culture, colonialism, and current social problems/developments. Students will also explore cultural crossovers and influences in Asian and African literature. In addition to reading significant literature, students will continue to develop their oral and written communication skills. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 203 - Varied Voices in American Literature *

    (3)
    This course focuses on the literature of indigenous and multi-ethnic groups in the United States. Students will examine texts in the context of the historical and cultural development of these groups in the United States and evaluate the ways in which these texts reflect culture, tradition, ethnic identity, colonialism, and current social pressures. This course may include texts from African-American, Native-American, Jewish-American, Indian-American, Latino/Chicano, Chinese-American, or other minority literatures; it may utilize a focus on one of more of these groups. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 203W - Varied Voices in American Literature *

    (3)
    This course focuses on the literature of indigenous and multi-ethnic groups in the United States. Students will examine texts in the context of the historical and cultural development of these groups in the United States and evaluate the ways in which these texts reflect culture, tradition, ethnic identity, colonialism, and current social pressures. This course may include texts from African-American, Native-American, Jewish-American, Indian-American, Latino/Chicano, Chinese-American, or other minority literatures; it may utilize a focus on one of more of these groups. This course is designated as a “W” course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Prerequisite(s): EH 101 & EH 102 (minimum grade of C)
  
  • EH 210 - British Literature before 1700 *

    (3)
    This course focuses on representative texts from the Old English period to the Neoclassical. Students will examine works in their historical and cultural context and consider the interplay between text and culture. In addition to reading significant literature, students will continue to develop their oral and written communication skills. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 211 - British Literature after 1700 *

    (3)
    This chronological survey of English literature completes EH 210 but may be taken out of sequence. This course focuses on representative texts from the Romantic period to the Postmodern. Students will examine works in their historical and cultural context, considering the interplay between text and culture. In addition to reading significant literary works, students will continue to develop their oral and written communication skills. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 211W - British Literature after 1700 *

    (3)
    This chronological survey of English literature completes EH 210 but may be taken out of sequence. This course focuses on representative texts from the Romantic period to the Postmodern. Students will examine works in their historical and cultural context, considering the interplay between text and culture. In addition to reading significant literary works, students will continue to develop their oral and written communication skills. This course is designated as a “W” course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Prerequisite(s): EH 101 & EH 102 (minimum grade of C)
  
  • EH 220 - American Literature before 1865 *

    (3)
    This survey of American literature examines authors and their works from the pre-colonial period to the time of the Civil War. Several major writers will be examined, and newly recognized voices will be introduced. In addition to reading important literary works, students will continue to develop their oral and written communication skills. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 221 - American Literature after 1865 *

    (3)
    This chronological survey completes EH 220 but may be taken out of sequence. This survey of American literature examines authors and their works from the time of the Civil War to the present. Students will explore works by major writers and newly recognized voices. In addition to reading important literary works, students will continue to develop their oral and written communication skills. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 221W - American Literature after 1865 *

    (3)
    This chronological survey completes EH 220 but may be taken out of sequence. This survey of American literature examines authors and their works from the time of the Civil War to the present. Students will explore works by major writers and newly recognized voices. In addition to reading important literary works, students will continue to develop their oral and written communication skills.  This course is designated as a “W” course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Prerequisite(s): EH 101 & EH 102 (minimum grade of C)
  
  • EH 245 - Women’s Literary Studies *

    (3)
    Students will develop their written communication skills as they respond to works by and about women, with particular attention to historical and cultural contexts. May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 245W - Women’s Literary Studies *

    (3)
    Students will develop their written communication skills as they respond to works by and about women, with particular attention to historical and cultural contexts.   This course is designated as a “W” course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis.
  
  • EH 310 - Grammar and Stylistics

    (3)
    This course focuses on how an awareness of grammatical concepts can inform stylistic choices. Traditional and transformational grammar will be studied, as will prescriptive and descriptive approaches to grammar. In addition, students and the instructor will explore contemporary topics of interest. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 310W - Grammar and Stylistics

    (3)
    The basis of this course is a study of grammar and how we come to know the rules of language. Traditional, structural, and transformational grammar will be studied, as will prescriptive and descriptive approaches to grammar. In addition, students and the instructor will explore contemporary topics of interest. This course is designated as a “W” course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise.
  
  • EH 320 - Major Periods of English Literature

    (3)
    This course focuses on British literature from major periods such as the Neoclassical, Romantic, Victorian, or Contemporary. Students will explore works by well-known and newly recognized writers. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102 Note(s) May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis.
  
  • EH 320W - Major Periods of English Literature

    (3)
    This course focuses on British literature from major periods such as the Neoclassical, Romantic, Victorian, or Contemporary. Students will explore works by well-known and newly recognized writers. This course is designated as a W course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Note(s) May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 325 - American Ethnic Literature

    (3)
    Students will examine literature such as Native American Folktales, the African-American novel, Asian-American literature, or modern Jewish fiction in the context of American life and culture. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102 Note(s) May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis.
  
  • EH 330 - Major Periods of American Literature

    (3)
    This course focuses on major periods in American literature such as American Romanticism, Realism, or Postmodernism. Students will explore works by well-known and newly recognized writers. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102 Note(s) May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis.
  
  • EH 330W - Major Periods of American Literature

    (3)
    This course focuses on major periods in American literature such as American Romanticism, Realism, or Postmodernism. Students will explore works by well-known and newly recognized writers. This course is designated as a W course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Note(s) May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 331 - Southern Literature

    (3)
    This course focuses on seminal texts and emerging voices from the American South. Students will explore intersections of gender, race, history, culture, and place as they react to literature from the region. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 331W - Southern Literature

    (3)
    This course focuses on seminal texts and emerging voices from the American South. Students will explore intersections of gender, race, history, culture, and place as they react to literature from the region. This course is designated as a W course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 340 - Genres of Literature

    (3)
    This course focuses on representative works from one or more genres of literature: the short story, drama, poetry, biography, autobiography, essays, or letters. May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102 Note(s) May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis.
  
  • EH 340W - Genres of Literature

    (3)
    This course focuses on representative works from one or more genres of literature: the short story, drama, poetry, biography, autobiography, essays, or letters. May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis. This course is designated as a W course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102 Note(s) May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis.
  
  • EH 341 - Shakespeare

    (3)
    This course focuses on the plays of Shakespeare. Students will explore the works in their cultural and historical contexts. Field trips to live performances and film viewings may supplement readings. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 341W - Shakespeare

    (3)
    This course focuses on the plays of Shakespeare. Students will explore the works in their cultural and historical contexts. Field trips to live performances and film viewings may supplement readings. This course is designated as a W course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 350 - Nonfiction Writing

    (3)
    In this course students will focus on attending to audience and purpose while crafting non-fiction prose. Students will read a variety of essay models, explore topics of interest, and write about them. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102 Note(s) May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis.
  
  • EH 350W - Nonfiction Writing

    (3)
    In this course students will focus on attending to audience and purpose while crafting non-fiction prose. Students will read a variety of essay models, explore topics of interest, and write about them. This course is designated as a W course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Note(s) May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis.
  
  • EH 360 - Creative Writing *

    (3)
    Students will learn about and practice imaginative writing in multiple genres such as poetry, fiction, essay, and drama. The best work written for this class will be considered for publication in Brenau’s literary magazine, The Elixir. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 360W - Creative Writing *

    (3)
    Students will learn about and practice imaginative writing in multiple genres such as poetry, fiction, essay, and drama. The best work written for this class will be considered for publication in Brenau’s literary magazine, The Elixir. This course is designated as a “W” course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Prerequisite(s): EH 101 & EH 102 (minimum grade of C)
  
  • EH 362 - Writing for Publications Practicum

    (3)
    This course offers an opportunity to study the practical side of revising and editing creative manuscripts for publication in Brenau University’s literary journal, The Elixir, and elsewhere. Students work with visiting professional writers and editors as well as the instructor. Collateral field work at conferences, lectures, and readings varies by semester. Prerequisite(s): EH 360
  
  • EH 370 - Introduction to Literary Theory

    (3)
    Introduction to Literary Studies will prepare students for the intensive study of English literature and language. Students will become familiar with major landmarks in literary criticism and will gain a working knowledge of contemporary literary theory in order to deepen their reading and analytical skills and become more competitive professionals. Written assignments will demand that students sharpen critical thinking, research, and communication skills to prepare them for advanced writing in English. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 370W - Introduction to Literary Theory

    (3)
    Introduction to Literary Studies will prepare students for the intensive study of English literature and language. Students will become familiar with major landmarks in literary criticism and will gain a working knowledge of contemporary literary theory in order to deepen their reading and analytical skills and become more competitive professionals. Written assignments will demand that students sharpen critical thinking, research, and communication skills to prepare them for advanced writing in English. This course is designated as a W course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 380 - Interdisciplinary Topics in Literature

    (3)
    This course focuses on cross-disciplinary topics such as literature and medicine, law and literature, the literature of political repression, and music and poetry. May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 380W - Interdisciplinary Topics in Literature

    (3)
    This course focuses on cross-disciplinary topics such as literature and medicine, law and literature, the literature of political repression, and music and poetry. May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis. This course is designated as a W course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 390 - Special Topics

    (3)
    This course explores a topic of special interest in literature, language, or composition. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102 Note(s) May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis.
  
  • EH 390W - Special Topics

    (3)
    This course explores a topic of special interest in literature, language, or composition.  This course is designated as a W course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102 Note(s) May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis.
  
  • EH 410 - Language Studies

    (3)
    This course focuses on several aspects of the English language. Students will examine the history of the English language, language acquisition, and dialects in English. In addition, topics such as the English-only movement and non-sexist language changes will be introduced. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 446 - Comparative Literature

    (3)
    This course may focus on a culture, such as Ireland or Africa, or on a mode of writing, or subject, that stretches across cultures, such as Third World novels. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102 Note(s) May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis.
  
  • EH 460 - Creative Writing: Fiction

    (3)
    Students will explore how fiction is created by reading exemplary works and by practicing narrative techniques. They will write exercises and stories and develop their critical faculties by responding to one another’s writing in workshops throughout the semester. The revision process will be emphasized, and the best stories produced for this class will be considered for publication in Brenau’s literary magazine, The Elixir. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 460W - Creative Writing: Fiction

    (3)
    Students will explore how fiction is created by reading exemplary works and by practicing narrative techniques. They will write exercises and stories and develop their critical faculties by responding to one anothers writing in workshops throughout the semester. The revision process will be emphasized, and the best stories produced for this class will be considered for publication in Brenaus literary magazine, The Elixir. This course is designated as a W course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 461 - Creative Writing: Poetry

    (3)
    Students will explore the craft of poetry by reading exemplary works and by practicing poetic techniques. They will write free and formal verse and develop their critical faculties by responding to one another’s poems in workshops throughout the semester. The revision process will be emphasized, and the best work produced for this class will be considered for publication in Brenau’s literary magazine, The Elixir. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 461W - Creative Writing: Poetry

    (3)
    Students will explore the craft of poetry by reading exemplary works and by practicing poetic techniques. They will write free and formal verse and develop their critical faculties by responding to one another’s poems in workshops throughout the semester. The revision process will be emphasized, and the best work produced for this class will be considered for publication in Brenau’s literary magazine, The Elixir. This course is designated as a “W” course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 480 - Major Authors

    (3)
    This course explores the work of a major author, which students will examine within historical and literary contexts. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102 Note(s) May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis.
  
  • EH 480W - Major Authors

    (3)
    This course explores the work of a major author, which students will examine within historical and literary contexts. This course is designated as a W course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102 Note(s) May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis.
  
  • EH 480W - Senior Internship

    (3)
    This course offers a capstone experience in a professional setting, including such possibilities as teaching, advertising, editing, or writing. As a result of this guided experience, the student will complete a project to be defined in consultation with the instructor. May be taken on a pass/fail basis. This course is designated as a W course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required. Senior class standing. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102 Note(s) May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis.
  
  • EH 490 - Senior Internship

    (3)
    This course offers a capstone experience in a professional setting, including such possibilities as teaching, advertising, editing, or writing. As a result of this guided experience, the student will complete a project to be defined in consultation with the instructor. May be taken on a pass/fail basis. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required. Senior class standing. May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis.
  
  • EH 490W - Senior Internship

    (3)
    This course offers a capstone experience in a professional setting, including such possibilities as teaching, advertising, editing, or writing. As a result of this guided experience, the student will complete a project to be defined in consultation with the instructor. May be taken on a pass/fail basis. This course is designated as a W course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required. Senior class standing. May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 491 - Senior Thesis

    (3)
    This course offers a capstone experience for those intending graduate study or for those interested in conducting research. Regularly scheduled meetings with the instructor will ensure familiarity with the research and writing processes. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required. Senior class standing.
  
  • EH 491W - Senior Thesis

    (3)
    This course offers a capstone experience for those intending graduate study or for those interested in conducting research. Regularly scheduled meetings with the instructor will ensure familiarity with the research and writing processes. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required. Senior class standing.This course is designated as a W course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102
  
  • EH 493 - Senior Creative Project

    (3)
    This courses offers a capstone experience for those wishing to develop a creative project in a selected genre, such as the short story or poetry. Student must have senior class standing. Note(s) Permission of the Department. Senior class standing. May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis.
  
  • EH 493W - Senior Creative Project

    (3)
    This courses offers a capstone experience for those wishing to develop a creative project in a selected genre, such as the short story or poetry. Student must have senior class standing. This course is designated as a W course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the department; TH*340 or EH*350 or EH*360 or EH*460 or EH*461 Note(s) Senior Standing. May be repeated for credit with a change in course emphasis.
  
  • EH 495 - Senior Seminar

    (3)
    This course provides junior and senior English majors with a culminating experience that synthesizes their undergraduate studies in the discipline. This seminar focuses upon critical problems and current scholarship within the field. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required. Junior or Senior class standing.
  
  • EH 495W - Senior Seminar

    (3)
    This course provides junior and senior English majors with a culminating experience that synthesizes their undergraduate studies in the discipline. This seminar focuses upon critical problems and current scholarship within the field. This course is designated as a W course. W courses emphasize the experience and expertise of women throughout course design and delivery. Students will identify and analyze the contributions and experiences of women. More than 50% of course activities, readings, and assessments emphasize and explore female experience, perspective, or expertise. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required. Junior or Senior class standing. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department

Environmental Science

  
  • ES 401 - Directed Independent Study

    (1 to 4)
    A course open to well-qualified students consisting of a guided, but independent, study of an assigned problem or project. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required.
  
  • ES 436 - Literature, Society, and the Environment

    (3)
    This courses examines socio-cultural attitudes toward the environment through a historical survey of literature with selections from the bible, exploration literature, 19th century transcendentalists, 20th century nature writers, and activist writers. Prerequisite(s): EH 101, EH 102, HY 210, HY 211
  
  • ES 621 - Environmental Science for Teachers

    (3)
    Experiential-orientated course designed to prepare the early childhood and middle grades classroom teacher for the development of field-based science education activities which occur outside of the typical classroom setting. Content will emphasize environmental science as a global concern as well as the importance of environmental education. Course work emphasizes the development of skills for selecting appropriate resource materials, planning field exercises and the incorporation and application of technology to field science investigations.

Excercise Science

  
  • EX 201 - Exercise Science Practicum

    (1)
    This course provides an introduction to concepts, theories, models, and resources related to Athletic Training and Exercise Science, by following and observing Certified and Licensed Athletic Trainers and other professionals in their normal work environments. Students should be exposed to common athletic injuries and gain insight into emerging trends and issues in Athletic Training and Sports Medicine practice and the role of health educators in various settings.
  
  • EX 300 - Kinesiology

    (4)
    This course looks at the major muscle groups of the pelvis, spine, hips, lower extremity and shoulder girdle. Focus will be on how they interact with other muscle groups in order to both create movement and contribute to joint stability. This course covers principles of classical mechanics applied to the study of human motion to provide students with an understanding of the internal and external forces acting on the body during human movement. The role of muscle in generating force and controlling movement is emphasized. Students participate in a team project to compare the biomechanics of two motions by collecting and analyzing motion data. Students will also learn the computer skills necessary to perform a bio-mechanical analysis of human movement. Corequisite(s): EX 300L
  
  • EX 300L - Kinesiology Lab

    (0)
    Lab associated with EX 300 . Corequisite(s): EX 300
  
  • EX 301 - Biomechanics

    (3)
    In this course the students will be introduced to the foundations of biomechanics such as kinetics and kinematics and how these relate to human movement. Emphasis will be given on the anatomical, mechanical and neurophysiological factors that influence human motion. Mathematics and Physics are required to solve some basic equations that will facilitate the understanding of human motion.
  
  • EX 302 - Coaching Principles and Practices

    (3)
    This course covers the fundamentals of coaching theory and practices for administering effective sports programs. The topics of sport science, team management, sports psychology, organization, teaching/learning styles, and current trends in sports will be covered to enable students to develop a sound philosophy of coaching.
  
  • EX 303 - Fitness Business Management

    (3)
    This course is designed to discuss managing and operating health programs and fitness facilities. Topics include health promotion, program objectives, benefits, and services, as well as management principles relating to planning, designing, staffing, and operating a fitness facility.
  
  • EX 304 - Foundations of Exercise Science

    (3)
    This is an introductory course designed to provide students with the basic knowledge of exercise. Particular attention will be placed upon the neuromuscular adaptations to exercise and how the cardiovascular system responds to acute and chronic exercise under different environmental conditions.
  
  • EX 305 - Physiology of Exercise

    (3)
    This course is designed to study the physiological effects and responses of the body and organ systems to physical activity. The course includes metabolic, neuromuscular, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems, and well as body composition.
  
  • EX 330 - Prevention and Management of Athletic Injuries

    (3)
    This course provides an introduction to sports medicine with an emphasis on the profession of athletic training. Students will be introduced to the roles of various disciplines within sports medicine; athletics training as an allied health profession; National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) structure and governance; athletic training competencies and proficiencies. This course will teach the students to recognize, evaluate and provide care to athletic injuries. Students will demonstrate skill in taping and wrapping techniques and construction and fitting of equipment to comply with safety regulations. Upon completion of this course, students will have a basic understanding of pharmacology and nutrition.
  
  • EX 401 - Disability, Sport & Physical Activity

    (3)
    Students explore issues related to persons with disabilities and their participation in physical activity. Topics include historical context of disability sport, risks/benefits of physical activity, legal issues of participation, inclusion vs. segregation, and attitudes towards persons with a disability. Students will interact with athletes with disabilities to better understand how individuals with disabilities participate in sport and physical activity.
  
  • EX 402 - Fitness Assessment & Prescription

    (3)
    In this course, students art introduced to methods and procedures to assess physical fitness and prescribe appropriate exercise programs to groups and individuals.
  
  • EX 403 - Health & Exercise Across the Lifespan

    (3)
    Study of the physiological role of exercise in modulating the health of humans across different phases of the lifespan. Students will learn how to screen and assess health status and fitness levels of individuals of various ages and to create recommendations for developmentally appropriate movement skills, activities, and exercise for individuals from childhood through old age.
  
  • EX 404 - Health Promotion & Disease Prevention

    (3)
    This course provides an introduction to concepts, theories, models, and resources related to health promotion and disease prevention, including the application of activity for improving health. Includes a focus on emerging trends and issues in health promotion and disease prevention practice and the role of health educators in various settings.
  
  • EX 405 - Intro to Clinical Nutrition

    (3)
    The effect of nutrients on biochemical processes is the central focus of this course. The course investigates the role and benefits of nutritional support and therapy in the metabolic and pathophysiological changes associated with both wellness and disease in humans. Emphasis is placed upon energy balance, drug-nutrient interactions, metabolic disorders, gastrointestinal, hepato-biliary, endocrine, and cardiovascular interactions both in wellness and diseases processes.
  
  • EX 406 - Motor Control in Human Performance

    (3)
    In this course students will learn about the development of motor skills and how they relate to performance and training principles. This course is also designed to help students understand how we learn and control movements. Some elements of neurophysiology and neuroscience will be included.
  
  • EX 407 - Nutrition & Performance

    (3)
    This course provides a nuanced understanding of the importance of nutrition in physical activity and sport performance. Topics will include energy metabolism during exercise, fluid intake and performance, common nutritional deficiencies for athletes/exercisers, and the role of nutritional supplements in physical activity. Strategies for weight change, unique dietary concerns for the female, endurance and vegetarian athletes, the pre-game meal, and the interrelationships among nutrition, physical activity and cardiovascular health are also explored. Topics to include the common myths associated with nutritional management of the athlete. Prerequisite(s): CY 121
  
  • EX 408 - Strength Training & Conditioning

    (3)
    This course is designed to increase the practical and theoretical understanding and knowledge of the physiological, bio-mechanical, and administrative aspects of designing and supervising strength and conditioning programs for diverse populations. The course includes a laboratory. Corequisite(s): EX 408L
  
  • EX 408L - Strength Training & Conditioning Lab

    (0)
    Lab associated with EX 408 . Corequisite(s): EX 408
  
  • EX 490 - Internship

    (1-6)
    A required capstone experience for junior or senior exercise science majors interested in gaining experience related to their career plans. This course can be taken multiple times for 1-6 hours with a 6 hour maximum. Experiences may involved, but are not limited to, shadowing professionals, workplace experiences, research activities in science, mathematics, or medicine, or summer experiences in discreet programs.
  
  • PY 305 - Sports Psychology

    (3)
    This course examines how psychological factors such as motivation, emotion, and personality influence physiology, exercise, and individual and group sports participation/athletic performance. Additional topics include stress and pain management, exercises and rehabilitation adherence, burnout and over-training, goal setting, enhancement of health and well-being, motivation and mental skills training, and sports leadership.

Fashion Design

  
  • FD 171 - Apparel Construction

    (3)
    This course will provide students the opportunity to master a variety of construction techniques necessary for the fabrication of apparel and accessories. Special emphases will be placed on acquisition of skills related to machine sewing and operation, various hand tools and their uses, pressing equipment and techniques, special seam finishes and couture hand-sewing techniques.
  
  • FD 171L - Apparel Construction Lab

    (1)
    This laboratory will emphasize the practical application of skills learned in FD 171 Apparel Construction.
  
  • FD 172 - Patterning and Draping

    (3)
    This course will provide students the opportunity to learn flat pattern making and draping techniques used in the development of patterns for apparel and accessories. Special emphases will be placed on acquisition of skills related to measurement, creation and manipulation of slopers, pattern layout, marking and cutting as well as the preparation of fabrics to be used in apparel construction for mock-ups and actual garments.
  
  • FD 172L - Patterning and Draping Lab

    (1)
    This laboratory will emphasize the practical application of skills learned in FD 172 Patterning and Draping.
 

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