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CHM 221 - Organic Chemistry II 4 Credits
The second semester of organic chemistry presents a comprehensive study of structures, reactions, syntheses, and spectroscopy of aliphatic and aromatic compounds. Students focus on modern mechanistic models as well as organic chemistry laboratory techniques.
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Prerequisites: CHM 220
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CHM 225 - Ecological Quantitative Analysis 4 Credits
Students learn how to apply quantitative methods of analysis, including volumetric, photometric, and chromatographic methods to complex environmental samples. An independent laboratory project is required. Students also learn the relevant theories that underlie the operation of complex modern instrumentation and learn and apply statistical methods of quality control and validation of results.
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Prerequisites: CHM 103 , CHM 105 , and CHM 110
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CHM 240 - Inorganic Chemistry 4 Credits
This course focuses on descriptive chemistry of main group elements. Students study spectra, structure, and reactions of transition metal complexes, as well as preparation, bonding, and applications of organometallic compounds.
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Prerequisites: CHM 103 , CHM 105 , or CHM 110
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CHM 245 - Atmospheric Chemistry and Climate 4 Credits
This course evaluates the many factors affecting global climate, its feedback mechanisms, and climate change. Topics include the global energy balance, the hydrological cycle, radiative transfer, general circulation, and natural and anthropogenic climate change. Students also study greenhouse warming, ozone layer depletion, acid rain, air pollution toxins, and other anthropogenically induced effects. The course is focused on basic concepts of atmospheric science but also includes principles of physics, chemistry and hydrology.
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CHM 326 - Atmospheric Chemistry 4 Credits
Students investigate the chemistry of the upper and lower atmosphere, including issues such as photochemical smog, acid deposition, stratospheric ozone depletion, and climate change. Along the way, students develop the necessary background in chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, and photochemistry to better understand these complex atmospheric issues.
Prerequisites: MTH 141 and any 100-level CHM course
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CHM 345 - Biochemistry 4 Credits
In this course, students explore four major biochemical themes—the nature and synthesis of proteins, pathway regulation and integration, energy flux, and information transmission—through the study of topics such as endocrine disrupters, pharmacology, biochemical adaptations, and environmental toxicology. Students also use computer data analysis for predicting biochemical structure and classifying protein sequences.
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Prerequisites: CHM 221
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CHM 443 - Quantum Mechanics and Molecular Spectroscopy 4 Credits
Students solve Schrodinger’s equation for several important model systems to explore the qualitative nature of quantum systems. They examine the nature of the covalent chemical bond theoretically, using both ab initio and semi-empirical treatments of molecular orbital theory and valence bond theory. Students also explore molecular spectroscopy through application of solved model quantum systems.
Prerequisites: MTH 141 , PHY 110 , CHM 220 , and CHM 225 or CHM 240
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CHM 447 - Chemical Thermodynamics 4 Credits
Students study the laws of thermodynamics and apply these laws to chemical processes in order to develop an understanding of chemical equilibrium and the nature of spontaneity in physical and chemical processes. Students also develop an understanding of the Boltzmann distribution and analyze molecular spectra in light of the insight provided by Boltzmann.
Prerequisites: MTH 141 , PHY 110 , and CHM 225 or CHM 240
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CHM 449 - Kinetics and Transport 4 Credits
Students study the kinetics of chemical reactions and the development of theory of transport of species in various systems. They also develop an understanding of the partitioning of species in the environment. Throughout the course, students apply these theories to the fate and transport of chemical pollutants in air, water, and soil.
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Prerequisites: MTH 141 , PHY 110 , and CHM 225 or CHM 240
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CHM 462 - Advanced Experimental Chemistry Capstone 3 Credits
Students design and carry out experiments utilizing advanced instrumentation. Specifically, students develop the expertise to interpret and analyze complex results from experiments utilizing techniques such as gas chromatography with mass spectroscopic detection, high performance liquid chromatography with varied detection including fluorescence, diode array ultra-violet spectroscopy, or conductivity detection, Fourier transform nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, and electroanalytical methods.
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Prerequisites: Instructor Consent
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Computer Science |
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CPS 220 - Computer Science 4 Credits
Students study software-engineering design concepts, effective problem-solving techniques, and Object-Oriented Programming.
Prerequisites: Any 100-level MTH course, ACT math score of 17 or higher, SAT math score of 470 or higher, successful completion of Algebra II with a grade of B or above, or instructor consent
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Economics |
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ECN 310 - Environmental Economics 3 Credits
Students study the economics of environmental quality and tools for understanding and analyzing environmental problems. The course treats environmental quality as an economic good, and focuses on hazardous wastes, solid wastes, water quality, air quality, and social costs.
Prerequisites: BUS 226 or BIO 234
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Education |
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EDU 203 - Foundations Math for Elementary Teachers 3 Credits
This course is an introduction to number theory, structure of the real number system, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, coordinate and transformational geometry, as well as statistics and probability. Course content will be presented consistent with the NCTM Principles and Standards for School Mathematics and the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics. This course meets the quantitative reasoning liberal education requirement for elementary education majors only.
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EDU 204 - Language Arts for Educators 3 Credits
This course will enable the student to understand and create the elementary and middle school literacy curriculum through a balanced approach of using the Common Core State Standards for English as the framework.
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EDU 205 - Curriculum, Planning, and Assessment 3 Credits
Students learn to develop and deliver lessons using components of good lesson design. Students learn to design a multi-disciplinary framework and a variety of assessments to measure student learning, organize content, utilize resources to maximize student learning, all in the framework of diversity and human relations.
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EDU 210 - Teaching Environmentally 3 Credits
Students will establish first-hand connections with the concepts, processes, and resources of environmental education. Through course experiences and student-led activities, participants will explore, present and evaluate environmental education concepts and curricular resources. Students will reflect upon these materials to develop their own environmental education lessons around themes and events from our region.
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EDU 222 - Initial Portfolio 0 Credits
Students focus on enhancing reflective skills in order to analyze and interpret data collected from a variety of classroom settings. Students initiate the electronic portfolio of evidence, which is required throughout all teacher education majors, to demonstrate competency in the educator standards and professional dispositions.
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EDU 223 - Teaching in the Middle School 3 Credits
This course is designed to explore the many facets of teaching at the middle-school level. The students will work toward an understanding of characteristics of adolescents at this stage of development, examine the elements of middle-level concepts, and research current literature. Specific topics include motivating middle-level learners, advisor/advisee programs, block scheduling, classroom management strategies, exploration courses, transition programs, parent-teacher conferences, interdisciplinary teams, brain research, and middle-school level philosophy.
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EDU 232 - Learning, Growth and Cognition 3 Credits
This course will help students to develop an understanding of the cognitive, social, and emotional growth and development of the young child and adolescent. Current brain/mind research will be examined and implications for teaching and learning will be applied.
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EDU 315 - Classroom Management and Conflict Resolution 3 Credits
Students develop strategies for managing a classroom, investigate diverse classroom management and conflict resolution strategies, and design a classroom environment management action plan. This course is taken in the last fall semester prior to student teaching. Clinical experience required.
Prerequisites: Formal admission to the education program
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EDU 337 - Fall Practicum 1-4 Credits
This course is designed to prepare pre-service teachers for the full-time student teaching semester as well as their role as future classroom teachers. The course is divided into three parts: organization of curriculum, instruction, and assessment; an intensive clinical field experience, which deepens and strengthens the skills necessary to have a successful student teaching placement; reflection and analysis of teaching effectiveness. Clinical emphasis will be in math, classroom management, and diverse learners teaching methods.
Prerequisites: Formal admission to the education program
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EDU 338 - Winter Practicum 1-4 Credits
This course is designed to prepare pre-service teachers for the full time student teaching semester as well as their role as future classroom teachers. The course is divided into three parts: organization of curriculum, instruction, and assessment; an intensive clinical field experience which deepens and strengthens the skills necessary to have a successful student teaching placement; reflection and analysis of teaching effectiveness. Clinical emphasis will be in literacy, science, and social studies teaching methods.
Prerequisites: Formal admission to the education program
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EDU 341 - Science Teaching Methods 3 Credits
Pre-service teachers use appropriate tools, tactics, pedagogies, and technologies for teaching science content in a school setting. Pre-service teachers use the information, skills, and shared experiences to build self-confidence. Clinical experience required.
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Prerequisites: Formal admission to the education program
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EDU 347 - Secondary Content Teaching Methods 4 Credits
Students will develop skills with a variety of research-based teaching strategies, which will be adapted to their particular teaching majors. Students will be matched with a secondary teacher in their major who will provide additional support for content-specific planning, teaching , and assessment.
Prerequisites: Formal Admission to the Education Department
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EDU 349 - Literacy Teaching Methods I 3 Credits
Pre-service teachers plan, present, and assess a variety of language arts strategies–including phonics instruction–develop the ability to assess the level of materials, and diagnose student reading levels and writing proficiency as related to the content areas. Pre-service teachers explore resources, tools, and strategies to align with state and national standards in reading and writing. Clinical experience required.
Prerequisites: Formal admission to the education program
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EDU 351 - Physical Education Teaching Methods 1 Credits
Pre-service teachers develop appropriate tools, tactics, and strategies for teaching physical education and health in the classroom. Information provided, skills taught, technology used, and experiences shared will serve to build self-confidence.
Prerequisites: Formal admission to the education program
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EDU 360 - Instructional Strategies for Early Childhood Education 3 Credits
This course examines positive strategies to guide children’s behavior in the ECE setting. Course competencies include integrating strategies that support diversity and anti-bias perspectives, analyzing factors that affect the behavior of children, developing guidance strategies to meet individual needs, and creating a guidance philosophy.
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EDU 361 - Fostering Creativity in Young Child 3 Credits
This course focuses on curriculum development in the content areas of art, music, and language arts. Course competencies include strategies supporting the critical role of play; establishing a developmentally appropriate environment for art, music, and language arts; and creating developmentally appropriate language, literature, literacy, art, music, and movement activities.
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EDU 363 - Home/School/Community Collaboration 2 Credits
This course examines the role of collaborations with family and community in ECE. Course competencies include implementing strategies that support diversity and anti-bias perspectives when working with families and community; analyzing contemporary family patterns, trends, and relationships; utilizing effective communication strategies; and advocating for children and families.
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EDU 364 - Early Language and Literacy Development 3 Credits
This course focuses on infant and toddler development as it applies to an ECE setting. Course competencies include analyzing development of infants and toddlers; correlating prenatal conditions with development; analyzing the role of heredity and the environment; and examining the role of brain development in early learning.
Prerequisites: Formal admission to the education program
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EDU 365 - Early Childhood Program Models 3 Credits
This course focuses on the ECE profession. Course competencies include investigating the history of ECE, summarizing types of ECE settings; exploring ECE curriculum models, analyzing the principles of the WI Model Early Learning Standards, applying laws and regulations related to an ECE facility, and advocating for the ECE profession.
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EDU 366 - Curriculum Design, Early Childhood 3 Credits
This course examines the components of curriculum planning in ECE. Course competencies include integrating Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) into curriculum, developing curriculum plans that promote child development and learning across all content areas, focusing on beginning level curriculum development in the specific content areas of math, science and social studies.
Prerequisites: Formal admission to the education department
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EDU 368 - Assessment and Data Literacy 3 Credits
This course will enable pre-service teachers to analyze and interpret various forms of student assessment and data to better address student learning outcomes. By becoming data literate, pre-service teachers will be able to use data to inform and improve instruction.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Educator Preparation Program
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EDU 370 - Social Studies Teaching Methods 3 Credits
Pre-service teachers use appropriate tools, tactics, pedagogies, and technologies for teaching social studies content in a school setting. Pre-service teachers use the information, skills, and shared experiences to build self-confidence. Clinical experience required.
Prerequisites: Formal admission to the education program
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EDU 371 - Fine Arts Teaching Methods 1 Credits
Pre-service teachers use appropriate tools, tactics, pedagogies, and technologies for teaching fine arts in a school setting. Pre-service teachers use the information, skills, and shared experiences to build self-confidence.
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Prerequisites: Formal admission to the education program
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EDU 376 - Strategies for Teaching Diverse Learners 3 Credits
Pre-service teachers will gain an understanding of child development and the procedures used for assessing pupils with disabilities. Pre-service teachers will be able to distinguish the roles and responsibilities of regular and special education providers, and they will plan lessons and activities aimed at engaging diverse audiences, including pupils with disabilities. Course meets statutory requirements for MC-EA and EA-A (elementary/middle and secondary) education licensure. Clinical experience required.
Prerequisites: Formal admission to the education program
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EDU 377 - Mathematics Teaching Methods 4 Credits
Pre-service teachers use appropriate tools, tactics, pedagogies, and technologies for teaching mathematics content in a school setting. Pre-service teachers use the information, skills, and shared experiences to build self-confidence. Clinical Experience: 20 hours for elementary majors and 40 hours for secondary majors.
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Prerequisites: Formal admission to the education program
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EDU 393 - Portfolio Development 0 Credits
This course is required for all education majors and must be taken in the semester immediately preceding the student teaching semester. The purpose of this course is to complete and present the developing portfolio as required by DPI for assessment by the Education Department faculty members. Successful completion of this course is a pre-requisite for enrolling in student teaching.
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EDU 460 - Student Teaching (EA-A) and Seminar 6 - 12 Credits
Students teach full days for a full semester in grades 7 through 12 following the daily schedule and semester calendar of the cooperating schools, under the direct supervision of classroom cooperating teachers and college supervisors. During the interactive seminar, students focus on curriculum, human relations, career development, and reflective practices.
Prerequisites: Formal admission to the education program
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EDU 471 - Student Teaching (MC-EA) and Seminar 6 - 12 Credits
Students teach full days for a full semester in grades 1 through 8 following the daily schedule and semester calendar of the cooperating schools, under the direct supervision of classroom cooperating teachers and college supervisors. During the interactive seminar, students focus on curriculum, human relations, career development, and reflective practices.
Prerequisites: Formal admission to the education program
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EDU 472 - Student Teaching in Minor 0 Credits
Students teach in the area of their academic minor full days for a full semester following the daily schedule and semester calendar of the cooperating schools, under the direct supervision of classroom cooperating teachers and college supervisors.
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in EDU 471 or EDU 460 and formal admission to the education program
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EDU 479 - Student Teaching Continuation 1 Credits
This is a continuation of the winter semester of student teaching.
Prerequisites: EDU 460 or EDU 471
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EDU 580 - Supervision of Student Teachers I 2 Credits
Classroom teachers complete training through a seminar format and distance learning in the supervision of student teachers and the Wisconsin educator standards. Topics include introducing student teachers to the teaching process, establishing effective personal relationships, planning, clinical supervision, legal issues, and evaluating student teachers.
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EDU 581 - Supervision of Student Teachers II 2 Credits
Classroom teachers continue training in the supervision of student teachers and the Wisconsin initial educator standards from the previous course in order to meet the requirement of PI34.
Prerequisites: EDU 580
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English |
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ENG 110 - Introduction to College Writing 3 Credits
Students develop skills required to successfully complete writing assignments for collegiate-level courses. Particular focus is given to sentence and paragraph structure, grammar and spelling, critical analysis, thesis statements, and research techniques. Students work on assignments required for their disciplinary courses, develop strategies for effectively engaging in the writing process, and acquire knowledge required to accurately evaluate their own writing. Successful students acquire the confidence and skills required to continue improving their writing after completion of the course.
Prerequisites: Writing assessment score which indicates a need for this course.
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ENG 126 - Confluences: Reading and Writing in the Lake Superior Watershed 4 Credits
Part of the Superior Connections Program, in this course students gather and integrate their experiences and studies of the Lake Superior Watershed using the creative and synthetic potential of dialogue and written expression. The reading of literary and historical texts, the composition of essays, and delivery of oral presentations are integral to the course.
Corequisites: XHH 115
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ENG 140 - Food for Thought 4 Credits
Food for Thought is a literature course that uses stories, essays, and poetry to allow students to explore varied current and historical perceptions regarding the consumption of food, those who work to provide it, and how cultural, political and economic attitudes and policies influence what and how we eat. The focus of student work in this course is on written and spoken expressions of the role food and agriculture have played, and will play, in human life. The course includes field trips, guest speakers, and other projects.
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ENG 160 - Natural Disasters in Literature and Film 4 Credits
Students critically examine natural disasters in literature and cinema, focusing on how the representation of events such as tornados, floods, volcanic eruptions, asteroid hits, and environmental apocalypse involves social issues such as gender, race, economics, nationhood, and global climate change.
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ENG 180 - Public Speaking 3 Credits
Students develop speech writing, presentation, and analysis skills, with concentration on the development of speech content and delivery methods.
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ENG 211 - Humanity and Nature in Literature 3 Credits
Students read and analyze selected short stories, novels, plays, essays, and poetry that focus on human relationships with the natural world.
Prerequisites: ENG 110 , a Connections Block, or Writing Assessment Score of 3 or above
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ENG 213 - Literature of the Western Worlds 3 Credits
Students study seminal Western Literature texts from Antiquity to the Renaissance with a particular focus on the Medieval period (Andrea Capellanus, Dante, Boccaccio, Chaucer).
Prerequisites: ENG 110 , a Connections Block, or Writing Assessment Score of 3 or above
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ENG 216 - The Contemporary Novel 3 Credits
In this course, students examine the novel as a genre as well as prominent novels of the past 30 years.
Prerequisites: ENG 110 , a Connections Block, or Writing Assessment Score of 3 or above
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ENG 217 - Contemporary Third World Literature 4 Credits
Study of selected novels and short stories of established authors as well as emerging young writers from Africa, Latin American, and Asia.
Prerequisites: ENG 110 , a Connections Block, or Writing Assessment Score of 3 or above
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ENG 227 - The Gothic Novel 3 Credits
Students examine the gothic tradition as it evolved from British novels in the late 18th century to writings in contemporary American horror. The course charts the progress of various themes and motifs, including the nature and origins of evil, hidden or double lives, and the natural versus the unnatural and the supernatural.
Prerequisites: ENG 110 , a Connections Block, or Writing Assessment Score of 3 or above
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ENG 228 - Literature of the Arab World 4 Credits
This course emphasizes the study of selected contemporary short stories and novels written by established authors as well as emerging young writers, of both genders. It covers culture, politics, women’s as well as other issues. Recent documentaries and movies accompany the course readings.
Prerequisites: ENG 110 , a Connections Block, or Writing Assessment Score of 3 or above
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ENG 230 - Literature and Medicine 3 Credits
Students explore the relationship between literature, narrative, and medicine through a close and thoughtful reading of novels, short stories, memoirs, poetry, and drama. Topics of discussion may include issues related to disease, long-term illness, health and healing, trauma, and the doctor/patient relationship.
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ENG 233 - Women of the Third World 3 Credits
Study of short stories and novels that explore many issues from the vantage point of women in Africa, Latin America and Asia.
Prerequisites: ENG 110 , a Connections Block, or Writing Assessment Score of 3 or above
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ENG 234 - Dystopias: Ecology&Gender in SciFi 4 Credits
Focused on the themes of women, gender, and environmental & societal collapse, this course explores through science fiction (novels and short stories) the different literary dystopias of possible futures. Selected movies are viewed in conjunction with the literature of the course.
Prerequisites: ENG 110 , a Connections Block, or Writing Assessment Score of 3 or above
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ENG 235 - Monsters, Modern and Postmodern 3 Credits
Students focus on how horror narratives reify, challenge, and critique cultural narratives revolving around monsters (supernatural, human, “real” and abstract) since the late 1950s. Through the reading and viewing of a variety of texts in fiction and film, students examine how the horror genre gives expression to (oftentimes contradictory) anxieties, fears, hopes, and beliefs animating contemporary culture.
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ENG 240 - Pens and Paddles in the North Woods 4 Credits
This course combines literary study with wilderness fieldwork. Students read accounts of North Woods canoe journeys by authors such as Henry David Thoreau, Florence Page Jacques, and Sigurd F. Olson, and then travel to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area for a 15-day canoe trip.
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ENG 262 - Survey of British Literature 3 Credits
Students read and study major British and Irish literary works from the early Medieval period to the present day.
Prerequisites: ENG 110 , a Connections Block, or Writing Assessment Score of 3 or above
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ENG 264 - Survey of American Literature 3 Credits
Students read and study representative works of American literature from its origins to the present.
Prerequisites: ENG 110 , a Connections Block, or Writing Assessment Score of 3 or above
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ENG 318 - Nature Writers 3 Credits
Students read and study selected texts from the genre of non-fiction nature writing. Discussions and writing assignments help students develop an understanding of movements and trends within the genre as well as an appreciation for the achievements of individual authors.
Prerequisites: ENG 211 , ENG 240 , ENG 264 , ENG 372 , ENG 377 , OED 328 , or HIS 325
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ENG 372 - Nature & Gender in Lat Am Lit 3 Credits
Students read and study contemporary short stories from Latin America and the Caribbean, focusing on their unique treatment of nature in both content and form. Particular attention is given to the metaphoric use of nature to treat sensitive issues: historical, political, psychological, and social – especially with regard to women and gender.
Prerequisites: Any 200-level literature course
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ENG 377 - Green Romanticism 3 Credits
This course focuses on British Romantic-era nature writing and explores the emergence of proto-ecological thought in period authors such as William Wordsworth, John Clare, and Charlotte Smith, with an emphasis on their use of precise physical detail, their depictions of the dynamism of natural processes, and their descriptions of the impact of human activities on local eco-systems.
Prerequisites: ENG 110 , a Connections Block, or Writing Assessment Score of 3 or above
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ENG 384 - Literary Criticism 3 Credits
This is an advanced course in literary study. Students examine diverse scholarly approaches to literature, including New Critical, Feminist, Historical, Psychoanalytic, Post-Structuralist, and New Historical critical traditions.
Prerequisites: Any ENG Course
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ENG 387 - The English Language 4 Credits
Students study the origins and development of the English language, advanced grammar, and issues in contemporary linguistics.
Prerequisites: ENG 110 , a Connections Block, or Writing Assessment Score of 3 or above
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ENG 415 - Chaucer 4 Credits
Students gain exposure to literary form, language and pronunciation of Middle English in the Minor Poems and in-depth study of the Canterbury Tales in Modern English.
Prerequisites: ENG 110 , a Connections Block, or Writing Assessment Score of 3 or above
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ENG 489 - English Senior Honors Thesis 3 Credits
Students complete a long scholarly or creative work in consultation with a thesis director. The thesis is presented to the college community in a public reading. Students may only take this course by invitation of the English Program Coordinator. This course is not a capstone option for the English or Writing majors.
Prerequisites: Senior Standing
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GIS 201 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems 4 Credits
Students learn GIS concepts through studying spatial data structures, sources of data, GIS analysis tools and sample applications. Students complete hands-on computer activities using ArcGIS software.
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GIS 260 - Global Positioning Systems 1 Credits
Students learn how the GPS satellite system works, accomplish GPS data collection using Trimple GPS receivers, and integrate GPS data into GIS projects.
Prerequisites: GIS 201
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GIS 301 - Intermediate GIS Applications 4 Credits
Building on knowledge and skills learned in GIS 201 , students continue to use ArcGIS to create and analyze data through numerous computer activities. ArcGIS extensions will be introduced and students will learn to apply GIS project methodology to complete a specific GIS project.
Prerequisites: GIS 201
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GIS 315 - Geodatabases 3 Credits
Students study the elements and behaviors of spatial data within the geodatabase data model and apply their knowledge by building a relevant GIS geodatabase for a project.
Prerequisites: GIS 201
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GIS 380 - Remote Sensing 4 Credits
Students learn the principles of remote sensing and its applications in GIS project work. Course lab work includes hands-on interpretation of aerial photography and computer analyses of different types of satellite imagery.
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GIS 401 - Advanced GIS Applications 4 Credits
Students gain practical experience in designing and managing GIS projects, in addition to learning advanced GIS techniques, such as geostatistical analysis. Students complete their own GIS project encompassing all project management procedures – design, data acquisition, analysis, results, and presentation.
Prerequisites: GIS 201 and GIS 301
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GSC 107 - Geology and Agriculture 4 Credits
In this course students learn about the earth systems, soils, minerals, water, and energy used in agriculture and the environmental impacts caused by the use of those resources. The course focuses on how these impacts can be decreased so that agriculture can sustainably provide for the needs of society.
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GSC 112 - Geoscience Issues of Lake Superior 4 Credits
Part of the Superior Connections Program, students learn about the geologic processes and history of the Lake Superior basin and how past geologic events established the setting in which the current ecosystem and human society reside. Field trips and laboratory exercises develop their skills in map reading, rock identification and interpretation, and give them an appreciation for the beauty and complexity of the natural environment of the lake basin and humans’ relationship to the lake.
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Corequisites: BIO 128 , ENG 126 , and NAS 160
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GSC 120 - Physical Geology 4 Credits
Students study the origin and character of rocks and minerals and the geologic forces of ground water, running water, wind, and ice. Students also gain an understanding of volcanism, earthquakes, and mountain building as they relate to plate tectonics.
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GSC 140 - Natural Hazards 4 Credits
Students study the Earth’s surface processes and how they influence human activities. Topics include earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanoes, floods, subsidence, mass wasting, coastal hazards, hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires and bolides.
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GSC 222 - Sediments and Soils 4 Credits
In this course students study the origin and characteristics of sediments and soils. They learn how sediments are created through rock weathering and how they are transformed into productive soils at Earth’s surface. Through classes, laboratories and field trips, students learn sediment and soil classification; how water and nutrients move through soils; how soils become degraded and how they can be replenished.
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Prerequisites: GSC 107 , GSC 112 , or GSC 120
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GSC 233 - Earth Resources 4 Credits
In this course students learn about the geological occurrence and use of water, minerals, and energy resources, as well as the environmental and social impacts resource extraction and use. The course emphasizes environmental issues and solutions to resource problems.
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Prerequisites: GSC 107 , GSC 112 , or GSC 120
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GSC 260 - Geology of the Lake Superior Region 4 Credits
In this field course, students examine the rocks of the Lake Superior region to decipher the long, complex history of the area. The course includes travel to spectacular geologic and scenic areas for first-hand experience with the geology of the region.
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Prerequisites: GSC 107 , GSC 112 , or GSC 120
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GSC 262 - World Regional Geography 3 Credits
Students examine a world which is undergoing political, economic and social transformations at many different spatial scales. Current issues and events will be discussed. Students become familiar with basic concepts in geography in order to understand the place of world regions in the global system and the underlying forces of world events.
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GSC 284 - On the Trail of the Ice Age 4 Credits
The geology of Wisconsin tells a story of a drastically different climatic past. Throughout this course, students explore the development and demise of former ice sheets, their impact on the modern landscape, and the climate conditions that made it possible. This course provides an introduction to the geological context of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail as a useful pathway for exploring past climates and an avenue for scientific outreach. This course includes travel to many locations along the Ice Age Trail and will require moderate hiking as well as overnight field trips and camping.
Course Fee
Prerequisites: GSC 107, GSC 112 or GSC 120
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GSC 305 - Hydrology 4 Credits
This course focuses on the processes of the hydrologic cycle. Students learn about the occurrence and movement of water in the atmosphere, over land, and in the ground.
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Prerequisites: GSC 107 , GSC 112 , or GSC 120
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GSC 312 - Paleoclimate: Past as Prologue 4 Credits
The scientific study of modern and future climate change is rooted in the geologic past. In this course, students study the record of past climate changes across a variety of timescales, the use of proxy data and general circulation models (GCMs) as tools of inquiry, and the geologic context for which modern climate change can be attributed to human activities
Course fee
Prerequisites: GSC 107 or GSC 112 or GSC 120
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GSC 320 - Landforms 4 Credits
Students study the earth’s surface features and the processes that create and modify them.
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Prerequisites: GSC 107 , GSC 112 , or GSC 120
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GSC 321 - Minerals and Rocks 4 Credits
In this course students study the composition and occurrence of the common minerals and rocks that make up the Earth. Through classes and laboratories that include extensive hands-on work with samples, students learn about the chemistry, structure, and importance of the rock-forming minerals, and the origin and significance of different kinds of rocks. The emphasis is on identification of rocks in the field.
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Prerequisites: GSC 120
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GSC 324 - Coastal Geology 4 Credits
Students study the physical and geological processes that control the formation and evolution of coasts, coastal morphology, classification, beach formation and evolution, and human impact on coasts.
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Prerequisites: GSC 107 , GSC 112 , or GSC 120
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GSC 370 - Glacial Geology 4 Credits
Students study the formation of glaciers and the processes by which glaciers flow and create landforms, the history of glaciation on Earth, and important controls on climate.
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Prerequisites: GSC 107 , GSC 112 , or GSC 120
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GSC 406 - Hydrogeology and Geochemistry 4 Credits
In this course students study the flow of groundwater and the chemical changes that it undergoes as it moves through aquifers. Students learn what controls the chemistry of water in the environment and learn to test water-quality parameters and how to determine the rates and directions of groundwater flow. An important theme that runs through the course is how humans impact water quality and how water quality can be improved.
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Prerequisites: GSC 107 , GSC 112 , or GSC 120
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GSC 474 - Tectonics and Structural Geology 4 Credits
In this course students learn the details of how plate tectonics operates and the huge influence it has on conditions on Earth. They study everything from small-scale structures in rocks to the largest mountain ranges on Earth, and, in the process, they learn how conditions on Earth’s surface are intricately connected to what is going on deep inside the planet.
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Prerequisites: GSC 107 , GSC 112 , or GSC 120
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GSC 481 - Geologic Field Methods 2 Credits
In this course students learn how to measure geologic structures and make geologic maps. The course prepares students for Geologic Field Camp, which is a month of field mapping in the Rocky Mountains in Wyoming. Recommend GSC 474 Tectonics and Structural Geology
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Prerequisites: GSC 120 , GSC 222 , and GSC 321
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GSC 482 - Geologic Field Camp 4 Credits
In this course students learn to make geologic maps that document the nature and distribution of earth materials in the field. Through extensive field work in the spectacular rock exposures of the Rocky Mountains, students become proficient at interpreting rocks and geologic histories.
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Corequisites: GSC 481
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GSC 486 - Senior Seminar in Water Science 2 Credits
In this capstone independent research project, students use all of the skills and knowledge acquired in their coursework to complete a comprehensive drainage basin analysis. This analysis includes the water budget, stream characteristics, soils and sediments, and ground water flow in a drainage basin of their choosing. Students produce maps and a report and then present their research to the campus community. Offered by arrangement.
Prerequisites: Environmental Geoscience major with Water Science emphasis and Senior Standing
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GSC 488 - Geoscience Capstone Research 2 Credits
Students conduct geoscience field work and gather data for an original research project. The research topic is chosen by students and completed in collaboration with a faculty mentor.
Prerequisites: Environmental Geoscience major and Senior Standing
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GSC 498 - Senior Seminar in Geology 2 Credits
Students complete an independent research project and prepare for the Geoscience Exit Examination. The Exit Examination requires a presentation to the faculty about the research project and demonstration of competency in basic topics in geoscience. This seminar, along with required field experiences in GSC 482, constitutes the capstone experience for geoscience majors. The seminar provides preparation for career employment or graduate school.
Prerequisites: Environmental Geoscience major with Geology emphasis and Senior Standing
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GWS 265 - Introduction to Gender and Women’s Studies 3 Credits
Students study major issues, debates, and challenges in contemporary feminism as a political and academic movement, including representations and experiences of women, the construction of gender and gender roles, and their impact in areas such as body image, health, sexuality, reproductive rights, work, and domestic violence.
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