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REHB 421 - MENTAL HLTH & REHB SERVICES SYSTEM II
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: REHB 410, REHB 420
This course follows REHB 420 which examines models of care.
Students will learn about the mental health and rehabilitation
services delivery system. Students will make structured site visits
to selected, representative, agencies and resources in the St.
Louis metropolitan area that serve adults with psychiatric
disabilities. Students will experience programs and services that
use selected models of intervention in the metropolitan area.
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REHB 422 - MENTAL HLTH & REHB SRVCES SYSTEM III
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: REHB 410, REHB 420, REHB 421
This course completes the series of courses 420, 421 and 422.
Students will learn gain knowledge about how work impacts the lives
of people with psychiatric disabilities. Students will gain
knowledge of how housing issues, medication and diagnosis impact
successful employment outcomes for people with psychiatric
disabilities.
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REHB 430 - HISTORY OF INDEPENDENT LIVING
Credits: Three
Students will gain knowledge of the history of the Independent
Living movement in the St. Louis Region, Nationally, and
Internationally. Students will gain knowledge of how the
Independent Living movement has impacted disability legislation and
affected change in service delivery to people with diverse
disabilities.
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REHB 440 - CASE MGMT AND INDEPENDENT LIVING
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: REHB 430
Students will learn the components of case management as it relates
to Independent Living programs. Students will learn how to develop
and utilize resources to establish a rehabilitation plan; how to
work with consumers in following and modifying that plan; how to
chart effectively so that the documented services meets quality
assurance standards and how to use supervision and consultation to
improve the independence living experience.
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REHB 450 - ADVOCACY AND DISABILITY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: REHB 430, REHB 440
Students will gain knowledge of how the disability movement has
advanced, how to assist persons with disability in self- advocacy,
and how advocacy is utilized by various disability populations.
Students will gain working knowledge of a variety of disability
advocacy populations: students will select one population to
research and become active in over the course of the semester.
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REHB 460 - PERSONAL SERVICES AND DISABILITY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: REHB 430, REHB 440, REHB 450
Students will learn the functional skill sets required to deliver
and monitor effective personal services to people with
disabilities. Included in the course is the history and impact of
personal service delivery on the lives of people with disability as
they move to independent living.
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REHB 560 - WORKING W CHILDREN & ADOLESCENTS
Credits: Three
This course will involve an exploration of various issues facing
children and adolescents and the implications for rehabilitation
counselors. Students will be introduced to multiple perspectives
for working with children and adolescents within the contexts of
individual, family, and group therapy. Topics include: child and
adolescent development, assessment, current directions in research,
psychiatric diagnosis, psychotropic medication, approaches to
intervention and therapy, and working with multiple providers and
larger systems. Students will also examine their assumptions about
children, adolescents, and families and how those assumptions
impact therapeutic processes and practices.
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REHB 561 - FOUNDATIONS OF REHAB COUNSELING
Credits: Three
This course acquaints the student with the legislative, historical
and philosophical roots of rehabilitation counseling in America.
Topics covered include federal and local mandates for
rehabilitation of individuals with disability, progress of the
profession in rehabilitation towards these mandates, the basic
principles of counseling and the varied services, as well as
organizational structures, available to assist individuals with
disability. The course will introduce the student to the
professional expectations, values and ethical standards of the
profession of rehabilitation counseling.
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REHB 563 - COUNSELING & PERSONALITY THEORY
Credits: Three
An overview of counseling theories with focus on related theories
of personality development, this course will examine the following
theories: psychodynamic, developmental, person-centered,
behavioral, rational-emotive, cognitive-behavioral, reality
therapy, gestalt, transactional analysis and existential.
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REHB 564 - MEDICAL ASPECTS OF REHABILITATION
Credits: Three
This course increases the students knowledge of the medical and
functional implications of disabilities. Curricular components
include neurological impairments, orthopedic disabilities, sensory
disabilities, chronic illness, surgical and medical conditions, and
other physical disabilities. Attention will be given to the
diagnostic and prognostic judgments in assessing the individuals
functional strengths.
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REHB 565 - CULT/PSY ASPECTS OF DISABILITY
Credits: Three
An overview of systems theory and family dynamics, multicultural
perspectives, developmental stages and psychosocial aspects is
presented. Particular attention is given to how these factors
influence perceptions and reactions to disability.
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REHB 566 - SUBSTANCE ABUSE & REHABILITATION
Credits: Three
Students review major substances of abuse as well as the treatment,
trends, modalities and community agencies related to substance
abuse. Students will learn about the vocational implications of
substance abuse, vocational assessment issues and job placement
options.
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REHB 567 - CASE & DISABILITY MANAGEMENT
Credits: Three
This course examines the skills necessary to become effective in
case management. Case finding, caseload management, service
coordination, case referral, consumer advocacy, managed care, cost
containment and ethical decision making are among topics discussed.
Also reviewed is disability management including accessibility and
accommodation issues for a safe workplace, and health promotion
through education and consultation.
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REHB 568 - PSYCHIATRIC REHABILITATION
Credits: Three
This course will involve the study of the impact of significant
mental health disorders on the individual, family, and society.
Particular emphasis will be placed on the individual experience of
psychiatric disability and factors that facilitate role functioning
and recovery. Students will develop a working knowledge of
diagnostic nomenclature and criteria based upon the current
classification system of psychiatric disorders (the Diagnostic and
Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 4th Edition, Text Revision
- DSM-IV-TR). This will involve an examination of the genetic,
biochemical, psychosocial, and developmental issues related to
psychopathology. The course focuses on rehabilitation interventions
in collaboration with clinical treatment and peer support.
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REHB 570 - SUBSTANCE ABUSE ASSESSMENT & TREAT
Credits: Three
This comprehensive course involves an exploration of the major
components of substance abuse assessment and treatment. Areas of
focus will include: screening and assessment, intake, treatment
planning, case management, individual, group, and family therapy,
and relapse prevention. Students will learn about the contexts
through which substance abuse services are provided and various
theoretical frameworks, perspectives, and the implications for
clinical practice.
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REHB 600 - COUNSELING SKILLS & PRACTICUM
Credits: Three
Counseling Skills and Practicum must be taken within the first year
of coursework.
Note: REHB 600 must be completed with a 3.0 or better to continue in the program. Failure to meet the grade point expectation will require meeting with faculty advisor to determine program status. Termination from the program may result from unsuccessful completion of the practicum. Successful completion of REHB 600 is required to register for further Rehabilitation Counseling coursework.
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REHB 601 - INTERNSHIP & SEMINAR
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: REHB 600
Students work for an average of 20 hours per week for the full
semester in a rehabilitation agency or community setting and attend
a weekly seminar to discuss experiences and develop effective
rehabilitation counseling interventions. Students will be required
to do readings in professional journals related to their internship
experiences. The students agency experience must be primarily in
the provision of direct counseling services to individuals, couples
or families. In the classroom seminar, through the lectures,
discussions, video/audio taping and role-playing, the students will
develop further their clinical skills.
Note: The internship must be supervised by an appropriate supervisor for an average of two hours per week in a one-to-one session.
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REHB 602 - ADVANCED INTERNSHIP & SEMINAR
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: REHB 601
Students will continue with a second semester internship of 20
hours per week on average for the full semester in the same
rehabilitation agency as required for REHB 601. The primary focus
of this internship experience is in the provision of direct
counseling services. The student will also attend a weekly seminar
structured as described in REHB 601. The intent of this course is
to develop clinical rehabilitation counseling skills for a more
skillful approach to effectively help the individual with
disabilities.
Note: Continuation of professional journal readings will be expected.
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REHB 604 - RESEARCH METHODS AND REHAB
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: Take At Least One Undergraduate Statistics Course
This course is designed to give students an understanding of basic
concepts in research, including research design, variables,
measurement, hypothesis testing, and validity. The focus of the
course is on conceptual rather than computational aspects of
research. The student will learn how to design outcome studies and
critically analyze the applicability of research to practice.
Strategies that promote research utilization are emphasized
throughout the course.
Note: An undergraduate level course in statistics is a prerequisite for this course.
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REHB 605 - FAMILY AND REHABILITATION
Credits: Three
This course provides an understanding of the family life cycle,
communication patterns, family dynamics, systems theory and
interventions for appropriate use of family resources. Focus is
given to developing specialized skills for working with families of
disability and to appreciating the critical issues related to the
family in the rehabilitation process. An overview of family therapy
theories is presented to add to the knowledge of family dynamics.
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REHB 610 - FAMILY STUDIES & ISSUES
Credits: Three
This course involves investigation and discussion of major issues
currently experienced by families. This advanced course will focus
on the implications of these issues on family therapy and
intervention approaches. Students will also explore their personal
lenses and how they affect services. In addition, students will
concentrate on advocacy and the implementation of the course
objectives outside of the classroom.
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REHB 611 - ISSUES IN SUBSTANCE ABUSE
Credits: Three
This course will address major issues and trends associated with
substance abuse and addiction. Students will study the impact of
substance abuse as it relates to individuals, families, groups,
communities, and society. Specific areas of concentration will
include: the historical development of substance abuse, costs
(i.e., personal, familial, societal, economic, etc.), etiological
perspectives, considerations with various populations (e.g., people
with disabilities, GLBT, etc.), societal trends and responses,
concepts of drug regulation, prevention, and education, and social
policy. This course will contribute to students’ awareness of
substance abuse as a major issue in rehabilitation counseling.
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REHB 615 - COUPLES THERAPY & ENRICHMENT
Credits: Three
This course will involve an exploration of theoretical approaches
to couples therapy and enrichment. Students will learn the
theoretical foundations, processes, and practices associated with
these models. In addition, students will explore methods of
prevention, education, and enrichment, research findings, major
issues that impact relationships, and ethical considerations.
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REHB 662 - EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT
Credits: Three
An examination of the methods of evaluation of the individual is
provided including an overview of standardized tests, personality
instruments, interest inventories, the use of observation,
interviews, rating scales and situational assessments. Cultural
difference sensitivity is developed for all evaluation methods.
This course discusses the need for a comprehensive assessment of
the individual to identify the capacity for rehabilitation.
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REHB 663 - CAREER DEVLPMNT, WORK & DISABILITY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: REHB 662
Career development theories are reviewed with discussion of the
implications for vocational evaluation. The student will analyze
jobs which exist in the labor market, analyze vocational evaluation
work samples and other data, identify appropriate testing
instruments and do a labor market survey. This course discusses
state-of-the-art practices, such as computerized vocational
instruments.
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REHB 664 - APPLIED THEORY & MULTICULTURALISM
Credits: Three
This course will provide an opportunity to examine personal and
theoretical worldviews with an emphasis on the importance of
transferring theory into practice. Paralleling the emphasis on the
application of theory will be the analysis and evaluation of the
multicultural competencies (a. awareness of own assumptions,
values, & biases; b. understanding the worldview of culturally
different clients; & c. developing appropriate intervention
strategies & techniques). In addition, research, ethical
concerns, and a disability perspective will be interwoven
throughout the course to highlight its connection to theory and
multiculturalism.
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REHB 665 - JOB DEVELOPMENT & PLACEMENT
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: REHB 663
This gives students exposure to the principles of job development,
placement and supported employment. Students learn to apply the
techniques of job seeking and keeping; job club, job analysis,
transferable skills analysis, integration analysis, systematic
instruction, reasonable accommodation and supported employment to
working with people with severe disabilities.
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REHB 666 - GROUP PROCESSES/COUNSELING
Credits: Three
The dynamics of group interaction are examined from both
theoretical and practical perspectives with particular emphasis on
group counseling with individuals with disabilities. Topics
addressed include types of groups; marriage and family concerns,
leadership styles, counselor roles and models of problem
resolution. The student acquires practical experience as both a
member and leader of the groups.
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REHB 670 - FOUNDATIONS OF FAMILY THERAPY
Credits: Three
This course will introduce students to the field of family therapy.
In addition to learning about its history and development, students
will explore the philosophical and theoretical foundations upon
which family systems therapy is built. Students will be introduced
to the modernist (classic) models of family therapy including the
concepts and methods associated with those frameworks to the
principles of job development, placement and supported employment.
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REHB 675 - ADVANCED FAMILY THEORY & THERAPY
Credits: Three
This advanced course addresses current and emerging theoretical
frameworks, perspectives, and issues in the field of marriage and
family therapy. Students will be introduced to postmodern and
constructivist approaches including associated processes and
practices. In addition, students will explore special topics
related to working with families. These include but are not limited
to: child abuse, domestic violence, substance abuse, employment,
disability and children and adolescents. This course also involves
an exploration of students’ personal philosophies and the
relationship of beliefs and assumptions to clinical practice.
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REL 208 - INTRO TO SACRED TEXTS
Credits: Three
This course introduces students to sacred texts of the world’s religions.
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REL 209H - RELIGIOUS ISSUES IN LITERATURE
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors Program
Students will examine and respond to literature from various
cultural perspectives in order to understand and appreciate the
role of religious issues in that literature, particularly the
relationship between religion and cultural identity, cultural
conflict, tradition, and questions about faith.
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REL 211 - JESUS IN THE GOSPELS I
Credits: Three
This course studies the portrayal of Jesus given by the first two evangelists, Matthew and Mark.
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REL 212 - JESUS IN THE GOSPELS II
Credits: Three
This course studies the portrayal of Jesus given by the evangelists Luke and John.
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REL 243 - RELIGIOUS ISSUES IN LITERATURE
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: Take ENGL-101
This course studies religious issues as treated in literature.
Cross-listed: See ENGL 243, 343
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REL 297 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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REL 301 - RELIGION, DEATH AND DYING
Credits: Three
The course addresses human suffering and dying. Is suffering destructive or creative, and what transformations make the difference? This course addresses the topic from a multicultural perspective.
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REL 326 - PSYCHOLOGY OF RELIGIOUS EXPERIENCE
Credits: Three
This course investigates the experiences of those who claim to find God and examines the relation or non-relation between psychological maturity and deep Christian spirituality.
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REL 328 - WOMEN IN SACRED WRITING
Credits: Three
This course provides an in-depth study of the historical roots and societal context of women’s religious experience in the traditions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. By using the Hebrew scriptures, the Christian New Testament, and the Islamic Koran, students explore the major contributions women have made and are making in humanity’s ongoing effort to understand and interpret faith.
Cross-listed: See HUM 328; WS 328
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REL 340 - THE BIBLE AND LITERATURE
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ENGL 101
A study of some of the most important literary forms and pas- sages from the Hebrew and Christian Bibles, exploring how these texts have influenced imaginative literature in the English, American, and Continental literary traditions.
Cross-listed: See ENGL 340
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REL 343 - RELIGIOUS ISSUES IN LITERATURE
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: Take ENGL-101 Minimum grade C-
This course studies religious issues as treated in literature.
Cross-listed: See ENGL 243/343,REL 243
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REL 346 - THE BIBLE, LITERATURE AND THE ARTS
Credits: Three
This course provides an opportunity for students to explore Biblical themes, not only in the Hebrew and Christian scriptures but also in vernacular literatures, art, and music.
Cross-listed: See HUM 346
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REL 350 - JUDAISM, CHRISTIANITY, HOLOCAUST
Credits: Three
This course focuses on relations between Jews and Christians before, during, and after the Holocaust. The causes of the Holocaust will be studied in detail. The lessons of the Holocaust will also be emphasized.
Cross-listed: See HUM 350
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REL 365 - AMERICAN RELIGIOUS EXPERIENCE
Credits: Three
This course studies American Indian religious experiences as well as many other expressions of religion in American culture. Students consider the impact of the American experience on religion, the role of religion in the American experience, the religion and state controversies, and contemporary religions.
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REL 375 - RELIGIONS IN ST. LOUIS
Credits: Three
This class introduces students to the wide variety of religious faiths practiced in St. Louis. Field trips will be taken to several houses of worship, where students will have an opportunity to meet religious leaders. Also, guest lecturers from various faith traditions speak to the class.
Cross-listed: See HUM 375
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REL 421 - SURVEY OF THE CHRISTIAN TRADITION
Credits: Three
A look at how the community founded by Jesus Christ evolved into the churches of today.
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REL 434 - CONTEMPORARY THEOLOGIANS
Credits: Three
The course explores the thought of such contemporary religious thinkers as Bultmann, Barth, Tillich, Bonhoeffer, Rahner, Congar, Teilhard de Chardin, and Harvey Cox.
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REL 465 - COMPARATIVE RELIGION & CULTURE
Credits: Three
The course introduces the basic beliefs and practices of the major religious cultures of the world. By comparing these beliefs with their own, students better understand their own beliefs and practices and become aware of how people of other cultures think and act religiously. Students develop a tolerance and an appreciation for other cultures and a basis for fuller international awareness and understanding.
Cross-listed: See HUM 465.
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REL 496 - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
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REL 497 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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REL 550 - JUDAISM, CHRISTIANITY AND THE HOLOCAUST
Credits: Three
This course focuses on relations between Jews and Christians
before, during, and after the Holocaust. The causes of the
Holocaust will be studied in detail. The lessons of the Holocaust
will also be emphasized.
Cross-listed: See HUM 550
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SCI 101 - WORLD REGIONAL GEOG
Credits: Three
Using maps, students explore physical geography and its relationship to cultures, governments and economies of the worlds different regions.
Cross-listed: See GEOG 101
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SCI 105 - ASTRONOMY
Credits: Three
Astronomy presents a survey of celestial bodies, the means of
gathering information on them, and theories of their origin and
evolution.
Cross-listed: See PHYS 105
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SCI 106 - PLANTS AND PEOPLE
Credits: Four
Corequisite: SCI 106L
Throughout human history, people have used plants for food, drink,
medicine, clothing and shelter. In Plants and People, students will
explore basic plant biology and the many uses of plants and plant
materials.
Cross-listed: See BIOL 106
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SCI 106L - REQUIRED LAB-BIOL 106
Credits: Zero
Corequisite: SCI 106
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SCI 120 - PHYSICS OF LIGHT AND COLOR
Credits: Three
This course covers basic concepts of light, color, and visual
phenomena. Optical devices including the eye, camera and laser, as
well as methods and uses of color mixing are part of the study.
Cross-listed: See PHYS 120
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SCI 201H - UNDERSTANDING THE UNIVERSE
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors Program
This seminar will explore how different civilizations have tried to
make sense of what they observe in the sky. For thousands of years
people have tried to explain the order they see around them. We
will see how these explanations of the cosmos have changed over
time, ending with the current theory of the origin of the universe,
the Big Bang.
Note: The course does not require previous knowledge of either physics or astronomy. Fulfills Science or Elective requirement
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SCI 202H - GLOBAL WARMING
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors Program
This seminar uses Global Climate Change as a modern case study to
explore the interconnections between science and politics.
Scientists worldwide agree global climate change is underway at
unprecedented rates, most likely because of relatively recent human
influences on Earths atmosphere. What is the science behind global
warming? Historically, how did scientists arrive at a consensus
that human causes were creating climate change? What global trends
are underway already, which are still predicted, and what are the
implications for our future?
Note: Fulfills Science or Elective requirement
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SCI 203H - ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES IN SCIENCE
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors Program
Some of the most important issues facing our civilization are
environmental in nature. This seminar will explore some of the
crucial environmental issues now facing global society with the
goal of understanding both the basic science involved as well as
the political and social context of the issues.
Note: Fulfills Science or Elective Requirement.
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SCI 204H - AIDS: NAT, SOC, POLIT HIST OF A DISEASE
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors Program
This course will provide an in-depth understanding of the biology
of AIDS so that students will have the background needed to
appreciate the medical, social, and political implication of the
disease in the U.S. and across the world. We will also review the
history of the pandemic in the United States, paying close
attention to different perspectives and agendas of various segments
of our society and the scientific and political response to the
epidemic.
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SCI 206H - THE PHYSICS OF STAR TREK
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors Program
Science fiction is not only entertaining but can also give us a
glimpse into the future. Jules Verne described submarines and
trips to the Moon. Arthus C. Clarke predicted global
telecommunications satellites. A global news station much like
CNN was first envisioned in John Brunner’s classic book on
Zanzibar’. This is an honors course that will go where no one has
gone before and explore what in the Star Trek television series
and movies is theoretically feasible and what may forever be
science fiction. The topics include faster-than-light travel,
artificial gravity, teleportation, force fields, and the
possibility of artificial intelligence.
Note: Fulfills Science or Elective requirement.
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SCI 207H - BIOMEDICAL POLITICS
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors Program
For decades, biomedical scientists have taken credit for the
dramatic improvement in the practice of medicine and the
accompanying improved health outcomes across many diseases and
conditions. Examples include remarkable advances in coronary heart
disease, declining mortality rates of cancer, improvements in the
therapies for diabetes and improved treatment of cognitive decline
and mental disorders. Because of our ever-increasing desire for
improved health, pressure is mounting on our Nation’s biomedical
research enterprise. This course will provide a framework for
understanding the changing roles, ethical conflicts, and public
perceptions of biomedical science and scientists in American
society. Topics to be covered include the modern history of
biomedical research, public support and sponsorship of biomedical
research, and the responsibilities of scientists to society.
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SCI 208H - GLOBAL INFECTIONS
Credits: 4
Prerequisite: Honors Status
Global Infections will provide an overview of the biology of emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases. The course will also explore the effect of poverty, nutrition and politics on these diseases. In spite of advances in science and medicine, infectious diseases remain a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. While much of the recent focus has been on HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria, close to one billion people are also infected with a variety of worms and other parasites and suffer from imparied development, stigma and medical complications. These diseases disproportionately affect the poor and are to a large extent responsible for the disparate life expectancy between developed and developing countries. However, only 10% of global research addresses the diseases responsible for so much human suffering. In adition, the signifiant social and economic challenges facing developing countries essentially ensures that health outcomes for their citizens will be poor. Strategies for addressing these challanges will be analyzed.
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SCI 222 - METEOROLOGY
Credits: Three
Meteorology is the scientific study of Earths weather and climates,
including the structure and composition of the atmosphere, and how
the elements of temperature, pressure, moisture, and energy
interact to produce various weather phenomena. Current events in
weather, including extreme weather and environmental concerns, also
will be emphasized.
Cross-listed: See PHYS 222
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SCI 293 - COOPERATIVE
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
Students may take cooperative education courses before completing
the major, minor and General Education requirements, but
cooperative education courses do not count as part of those
requirements.
Cross-listed: See SCI 393
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SCI 296 - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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SCI 297 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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SCI 301 - PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY
Credits: Three
Students are introduced to the earth as a planet with continents, oceans, atmospheres, landforms, climate, vegetation and soils.
Cross-listed: See GEOG 301
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SCI 309 - GEOLOGY
Credits: Four
Geology is the scientific study of the rocks and minerals that make
up the earth and the processes that have shaped its long and
interesting history. Topics include plates tectonics, earthquakes,
volcanic activity, the work of water, wind and ice, and the fossil
record.
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SCI 313 - HUMAN/NATURAL HISTORY OF ST LOUIS
Credits: Four
Five full-day field studies in five weeks in different sections of
the St. Louis region to acquaint students with the areas historical
and ecological background.
Cross-listed: See HIST 313
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SCI 326 - HISTORICAL GEOG OF NORTH AMERICA
Credits: Three
A survey of the geological, ecological, cultural and economic development of the various regions of the North American continent.
Cross-listed: See HIST 326
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SCI 337 - INTRO GEOGRAPHIC INFO SYSTEMS
Credits: Three
This course provides an introduction to the principles and
application of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and related
spatial analysis tools. The course is designed to offer a broad
overview of technologies used in examination of natural and
man-made environments and cultural landscapes. Lectures will
introduce students to theories, terminology, and examples of
spatial analysis with emphasis placed on the application of this
technology in archaeological and cultural resource contexts.
Students will gain hands-on experience in the application of these
technologies through laboratory exercises that introduce the state
of the art GIS and spatial analysis software.
Cross-listed: See ADAH 337
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SCI 342 - EPIDEMIOLOGY
Credits: Three
Epidemiology studies disease occurrence in human
populations,emphasizing research and methods for prevention and
control.
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SCI 386 - GEOLOGY OF MISSOURI
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: Previous science courses highly recommended
Note: Visits to field locations and museums acquaint students with Missouri’s unique geologic history and varied land forms.
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SCI 393 - COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
Cross-listed: See SCI 293
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SCI 406 - NUTRITION
Credits: Three
What foods do humans need to be healthy? How can we meet our nutritional needs in a Big Mac society? Human nutritional requirements and their effects on health and disease are some of the topics covered.
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SCI 477 - HISTORY & PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE
Credits: Three
Humans have practiced science from primitive times to the present. Worldwide historical and philosophical perspectives on scientific inquiry will include empiricism, rationalism, materialism and utilitarian morality.
Cross-listed: See BIOL 477
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SCI 496 - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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SCI 497 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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SCI 498 - ADVANCED TOPIC S SEMINAR
Credits: Two
The advanced topics seminar provides students an opportunity for
advanced inquiry into topics of scientific interest and importance,
and development of skills in technical and professional reading.
Cross-listed: See BIOL 498, CHEM 498, ENV 498
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SOC 101 - INTRO TO SOCIOLOGY
Credits: Three
This course introduces the study of human society, including an examination of group life and customs, social institutions, and ways of thinking and behaving related to group life.
Note: This course is a prerequisite for all upper division courses in Sociology.
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SOC 102 - INTRO TO ANTHROPOLOGY
Credits: Three
This course introduces the study of human beings and their origins, with special focus on their language, customs, physical characteristics, and institutions.
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SOC 200H - IMMIGRATION: AMERICAN KALEIDOSCOPE
Credits: Four
Using films, autobiographies, and oral histories, students will
examine the phenomenon of U.S. immigration from the perspective of
the immigrants themselves. Students will learn about the conditions
of the immigrants lives in their native countries, why they left,
how they arrived in the United States, what they have experienced,
and how they have adapted or are adapting to this society. Students
will also explore the contributions that immigrants have made to
our culture and the issue of undocumented workers and porous
borders. By interviewing immigrants, students will learn the
ethnographic technique of collecting life histories and of relating
them to the historical and contemporary social context.
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SOC 201 - SOCIAL PROBLEMS
Credits: Three
This course examines major social problems, including violence, sexual deviance, poverty, and health care issues.
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SOC 202H - EXPLORING SOCIAL ISSUES
Credits: Four
The design of this course is such to allow for a systematic
exploration of complex social issues. We will give attention to
various social issues and learn how the discipline of sociology
offers us a framework for understanding them.
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SOC 203H - GLOBAL SOCIETY: THE EAST-WEST CONNECTN
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors program
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SOC 206H - ISSUES IN GLOBAL SOCIETY
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors Program
Global social issues are shaping our lives in unprecedented ways,
regardless of where we call home. Through a sociological lens, this
course explores many of these complex issues and focuses on
strategies used not only by policymakers but by the world’s
citizens who are advocates for change. Using the most current data
available, issues to be explored include challenges of
globalization, ethnic conflict and terrorism, human rights, women
and development, population and health, the situation of refugees,
and environmental degradation.
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SOC 251 - INTRODUCTION TO WOMEN’S STUDIES
Credits: Three
This course uses theoretical frameworks from sociology and social psychology to examine womens issues and roles in contemporary society as well as their contributions to various disciplines. Topics include socialization, communication, health, media, leadership, sexual harassment, and violence. Womens contributions to history, politics, education, and science are highlighted.
Cross-listed: See SOC 251, WS 251/351
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SOC 297 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
Courses on special topics in sociology may be offered by faculty in
the psychology/sociology department upon the request of students in
the program.
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SOC 321 - SOCIOLOGY OF DEVIANCE
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: SOC 101 or SOC 202H; Minimum grade C-
This course studies deviance in society, specifically how actions or actors come to be defined as deviant, and what functions deviance serves.
Cross-listed: See CRIM 321
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SOC 322 - CRIMINOLOGICAL THEORY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: SOC 101 or SOC 202H;Minimum grade C-
This course offers an introduction to criminology and a survey of the major theoretical traditions with criminology over the past three centuries.
Cross-listed: See SOC 322
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SOC 323 - JUVENILE DELINQUENCY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: SOC 101 or SOC 202H; Minimum grade C-
Note: This course surveys the criminal and deviant conduct of youths. Theoretical and treatment patterns are also considered.
Cross-listed: See CRIM 323
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SOC 325 - SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: SOC 101 or PSYC 101; Minimum grade C-
This course is an overview of social psychological aspects of human behavior focusing on the role that social interaction, group influences, and culture play in individual behavior.
Cross-listed: See PSYC 325
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SOC 326 - UNDERSTANDING VIOLENT CRIME
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: SOC 101; Minimum grade C-
The purpose of this course is to understand the dynamics of violent criminality. Using a multidisciplinary approach, the course will explore the major social theories attempting to explain violent criminal behavior and its presence within society.
Cross-listed: See CRIM 326
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SOC 328 - MENTAL ILLNESS & SOCIETY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: SOC 101, SOC 202H, PSYC-101, PSYC 202H; Minimum grade C-
Mental disorder is studied according to defined criteria, the hospitalization experience, and legal and ethical components. The course focuses on impact of mental disorder on social institutions, particularly family.
Cross-listed: See PSYC 328
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SOC 340 - SOCIAL ASPECTS OF THE AGED
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: SOC 101, SOC 202H, PSYC 101, PSYC 202H; Minimum grade C-
This course examines the problems and issues relevant to Americas elderly population, focusing on financial concerns, public policy, health and institutionalization.
Cross-listed: See PSYC 340
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SOC 341 - UNDERSTANDING STATISTICAL INFERENCE
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: MATH 115 or MATH 116; Minimum grade C-
This course introduces students to methods used to describe and
evaluate numerical information for purposes of drawing conclusions
and making decisions. This course covers both descriptive and
inferential statistics.
Cross-listed: See CRIM/PSYC 341
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SOC 342 - RESEARCH METHODS
Credits: Three
This course introduces basic research methods used in the
behavorial and social sciences.
Note: To ensure students success it is strongly recommended that students complete SOC 341 before enrolling in SOC 342 or that they enroll in SOC 341 concurrently with SOC 342.
Cross-listed: See CRIM/PSYC 342
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SOC 344 - INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVES ON HEALTH
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: SOC 101 or SOC 202H; Minimum grade C-
This course describes the health care delivery systems of several countries. The emphasis is on structural similarities/differences, cultural imperatives undergirding the systems and transferable elements.
Cross-listed: See HCAR 344
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SOC 350 - SOCIAL ASPECTS OF THE HEALTH
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: Minimum grade C-
This course examines the health care system including topics on sick role, epidemiology, mortality and morbidity patterns and public policy.
Cross-listed: See PSYC 350
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