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2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses

 
  

  • GS 410 - Senior Capstone

    Each student designs a senior project by working with the director of the program and a Gender Studies advisor. It must include a research thesis or project and an internship or community-based learning component linking theory and praxis. Students will give a presentation of their work at a symposium in the Women’s Center at year’s end.

    Prerequisites: GS 101 and GS 203 and permission of the program coordinator after other major requirements have been met.

    Full course
  

  • HI 101 - U.S. History to 1865

    A survey of American history from the beginnings of colonization through the Civil War.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society
  

  • HI 103 - U.S. History since 1865

    A survey of American history from the end of the Civil War to the present.

    Full course
    Misc. Notes: Students may not earn credit for HI-103 if credit has already been earned for AP US History.
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society
  

  • HI 105 - Early Modern Europe

    A survey of the social, economic, political, intellectual, and cultural history of Europe from the end of the Hundred Years’ War in the fifteenth century to the eve of the French Revolution in the eighteenth century.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society AND Catholic Intellectual Traditions
  

  • HI 107 - Modern Europe

    This course is a survey of political, economic, social and cultural forces that have changed the course of European and western civilization since the French Revolution. This course will investigate the people and events that shaped European landscapes, boundaries, and economics, as well as the European mindset over the period.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society
  

  • HI 108 - Medieval Europe, Byzantium, and the Islamic World

    An interdisciplinary survey of significant developments in the history of Europe, Islam, and Byzantium from the fifth through the fifteenth century (from the collapse of the Roman Empire through the Hundred Years War and the rise of the Ottoman Empire).

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society AND Catholic Intellectual Traditions
  

  • HI 113 - History of Rome

    The goal of this course is to survey the richness and complexity of all of Roman history. The major focus will be to consider the Roman Empire from the settlement of Augustus in the first century B.C. to the fall of the Western half of the Empire in the fifth century A.D.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society
  

  • HI 121 - The Modern Middle East: An Introduction

    A survey of the history of the Middle East, from the rise of Islam in the seventh century to the twentieth century, with particular emphasis on the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Global Issues that Impact the Common Good or Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society
  

  • HI 141 - Traditional East Asia

    An intellectual adventure across time and space into the distant past of China and Japan, from their prehistoric beginnings to approximately 1800 A.D.  A comparison between China and Japan will highlight the shared characteristics as well as the diverse experiences of East Asian societies.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society
  

  • HI 143 - Modern East Asia

    A survey of social, political, and cultural changes in China and Japan from the eighteenth century to the present.  We will compare the paths of development the two nations have taken in the past two centuries.  The hallmark of this course will be the critical examination of the contemporary relevance of China’s past and its implications for the future of our shared humanity.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Global Issues or Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society
  

  • HI 161 - Early Latin America

    A survey of Latin American history from the emergence of pre-Columbian societies to independence, with an emphasis on the effects of “empire” on pre-Columbian and Latin American societies and on Indian-European relations after 1492.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society or Engaging Diverse Identities
  

  • HI 163 - Modern Latin America

    A survey of Latin America since 1810, with emphasis on state-making and national consolidation in the nineteenth century, its impact on society, culture and economics, and the origins and course of major revolutionary and reform movements of the twentieth century.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Global Issues or Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society or Engaging Diverse Identities
  

  • HI 215 - Women in American Society

    An introductory course for students to explore the major themes and experiences of American women from the colonial period to the present.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society or Engaging Diverse Identities
  

  • HI 216 - Native Peoples of North America

    A survey of indigenous people of North America from 1400 to the present day, with emphasis on cultural diversity among native groups, the impact of colonization, rebirth of social and cultural identity/ political sovereignty in the twentieth century, and present day issues.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Global Issues that Impact the Common Good or Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society or Engaging Diverse Identities
  

  • HI 218 - History of Modern Ireland

    A survey of Irish history from the mid 16th to the early 21st century. Topics include the Tudor revolutions, English colonialism and penal laws, Irish republicanism and home rule movements, the partition of Ireland, creation of the Irish republic, and the question of the North.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society
  

  • HI 221 - Early Caribbean History: Swashbucklers, Slaves, and Servants

    Survey spanning the pre-colonial era through the mid-nineteenth century examining the diverse Caribbean region. Explores political, social and cultural events through the experiences of the diverse peoples and cultures of the region. Major themes include colonial history, slavery, race relations, political processes, relations with the United States, and immigration.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society or Engaging Diverse Identities
  

  • HI 223 - Modern Caribbean History: Cannons to Cricket

    Survey spanning the nineteenth century through the present examining the diverse Caribbean region. Explores political, social and cultural events through the experiences of the regions diverse peoples and cultures. Major themes include colonial history, slavery, race relations, political processes, religion, culture, tourism, relations with the United States, and immigration.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Global Issues that Impact the Common Good or Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society
  

  • HI 320 - American Society and Culture since 1865

    This course explores the social and cultural history of the US since 1865 through the lens of the American Dream, continually evolving, in part, because of an on-going tension between the values of two cultures, an older one of scarcity and production and a newer one of affluence and consumption.

    Prerequisites: HI 103 or EN 253 or permission of the instructor.

    Full course
  

  • HI 330 - The Age of the American Revolution, 1763-1815

    This course explores the American Revolution from its colonial foundations through the War of 1812. In the context of economic, social, political, and cultural influences, this course will examine the concepts of revolution, liberty, independence, republicanism, and nationalism. It will also examine how race, class, and gender affected or were affected by revolutionary ideology.

    Prerequisites: HI 101 or HI 103

    Full course
  

  • HI 332 - History of the American Family

    This course will explore the functions of the institution, changes in the structure, size and character of the family, roles and relationships within the family and the institution of the family as a reflection of the broader social and historic trends in American culture and society. It will also consider methodologies and perspectives in American social and cultural history.

    Prerequisites: HI 101 or Permission of Instructor

    Full course
  

  • HI 335 - China in the Twentieth Century

    An analysis of recent Chinese history from the Boxer uprising in 1900 to the return of Hong Kong in 1997. This course examines the interplay of imperialism and nationalism, and the mixture of socialism and capitalism, that has shaped China’s experience in modern times.

    Prerequisites: HI 141 or HI 143

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Global Issues that Impact the Common Good
  

  • HI 338 - Tiananmen in History and Memory

    In spring 1989, millions of Chinese took to the streets calling for reforms. The nationwide Movement, highlighted by a hunger strike in Tiananmen Square in Beijing, ended on June 4 with the People’s Liberation Army firing on unarmed civilians. Over 200,000 soldiers, equipped with tanks and machine guns, participated in the lethal action. Student leaders, intellectuals, workers, and citizens were subsequently purged, imprisoned, or exiled.  This seminar explores the Tiananmen Movement in history and memory as well as its long-term impact.In 1989, millions of Chinese demonstrated for political reform. Protests and the hunger strike by students on Tiananmen Square ended with the army’s firing on unarmed civilians. Leaders were purged, imprisoned, or exiled. This seminar explores the Tiananmen Movement in history and memory as well as its long-term impact.

    Prerequisites: HI 141 or 143 or permission of the instructor.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Global Issues that Impact the Common Good
  

  • HI 339 - East Asia and the West

    From Marco Polo to Toyota. A topical analysis of the history of cultural, economic, and diplomatic relations between East Asia and the Western world, with an emphasis on the experience from the sixteenth to the twentieth century.

    Prerequisites: HI 141 or HI 143

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Global Issues that Impact the Common Good
  

  • HI 341 - Advanced Topics in East Asian History

    Critical inquiry of social and political issues in the history of China or Japan. 

    Prerequisites: HI 141 or HI 143 or Permission of Instructor

    Full course
    Misc. Notes: May be repeatable as long as the topic is different.
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Global Issues that Impact the Common Good
  

  • HI 343 - Advanced Topics in Medieval History

    A topical examination of a selected historical problem or issue in medieval European history from 300 to 1500. Possible topics may include women and gender, medieval heresy and dissent, or the medieval economy.

    Prerequisites: HI 108 or HU 101

    Full course
    Misc. Notes: May be repeatable as long as the topic is different.
  

  • HI 345 - The Black Death

    An interdisciplinary study of disease in Europe before, during, and after the outbreak of the plague pandemic in the mid-fourteenth century. Among the topics examined are the causes and spread of the contagion throughout Europe and Asia in the fourteenth century, the outbreak of peasant revolts, the effect of the plague on painting and literature, and the role of disease in history.

    Prerequisites: HI 105 or HI 108 or HU 101

    Full course
  

  • HI 353 - Presidential Elections

    A seminar that views US history through the lens of presidencies and presidential elections.  From the era of George Washington to the present, it explores a number of topics related to running for and serving as president, including the evolution of campaign styles, the rise and decline of parties; the spread of democracy; the effect of questions about character, personality, peace, and the economy; the growth of television, the airplane, and the internet; and the role of the mass media. 

    Prerequisites: HI 101 or HI 103

    Full course
  

  • HI 363 - Race, Class, and Gender in the Atlantic World

    This course examines the history and historiography of women’s experiences throughout the Atlantic World from the period of first contact between the “Old” and the “New” World until the final days of the plantation systems exploring concept such as color, class, honor, illegitimacy, and womanhood.

    Prerequisites: HI 161 or HI 163 or HI 101 or HI 221 or instructors permission

    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Global Issues that Impact the Common Good
  

  • HI 365 - Public History

    Public history is a broad category that refers generally to the study and presentation of history to a broad, general, and non-academic public. Public historians work in a variety of areas including, but not limited to, libraries, museums, historic sites, historic houses, for the federal and state governments, corporations, and as historic preservationists in public and private capacities. Primarily, these various roles require that the public historian can use historical methodology, content, and skills to identify, illustrate and convey the results to a non-academic audience. This course is intended to explore the broad scope of public history, the significance of being a public historian, and provide a basis for a career path that explores history outside of the traditional classroom.

    Prerequisites: 100-level History Course

    Full course
    When Offered: Spring
  

  • HI 374 - The Roots of American Society, 1607-1763

    This course will explore the political, social, economic and intellectual life of the American colonial period. Topics may include, but not be limited to, Puritanism, Indian-white relations, slavery, western expansion, and religious movements.

    Prerequisites: HI 101

    Full course
  

  • HI 393 - The Historian’s Craft: Theory and Methodology

    An examination and analysis within a global perspective of selected influential works of historical writing since antiquity. The seminar will examine these texts as models of historical literature as well as explore the various theories and methodologies they propose. Topics examined may include (and are not limited to) the following: ancient and medieval historiography, Marxism, feminism, positivism, and postmodernism.

    Prerequisites: At least junior or senior standing and at least one other history course.

    Full course
  

  • HI 394 - Britain’s 19th Century

    Using gender and class as organizing concepts, this course focuses on the social history of the British people during the Nineteenth Century. Explores the pivotal moments and debates of the era, including the Industrial Revolution, Empire, responses to poverty and welfare, as well as the everyday experience of being British.

    Prerequisites: HI 105 or HI 107

    Full course
  

  • HI 397 - Advanced Topics in Modern European History

    A topical examination of issues in modern European history from the French Revolution to the present. Topics may include (but are not limited to) the French Revolution, gender issues in European history, poverty and welfare in European history, World War I, or Europe since 1945.

    Prerequisites: HI 107

    Full course
    Misc. Notes: May be repeatable as long as the topic is different.
  

  • HI 410 - Senior Seminar

    This course requires students to prepare a senior thesis in a selected area of history under the close supervision of a faculty member in the Department of History. All students will also be members of a seminar that will assist them to complete their theses.

    Prerequisites: Senior standing; required of all History majors; History majors and American Studies majors only; Permission of Instructor required.

    Full course
    Misc. Notes: Fulfills intensive writing requirement for History majors and American Studies majors.
  

  • HI 414 - African Slavery in the Atlantic World

    An examination of the intricacies of the Atlantic slave trade from the arrival of the first slaves in Santo Domingo until 1888 and the final abolition of slavery in the Western Hemisphere.

    Prerequisites: HI 101 or HI 161 or HI 163 or HI 221

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: N/A or CORE: Engaging Diverse Identities
  

  • HI 422 - Advanced Topics in American History

    The examination of a particular topic in American history.  Topics will vary but may include higher education, the Cold War, the Civil Rights movement, and Vermont.

    Prerequisites: HI 101 or HI 103

    Full course
    Misc. Notes: May be repeatable as long as the topic is different.
  

  • HI 425 - Europe During the Second World War

    A social, cultural, and political study of the Second World War in Europe.  Focusing primarily on Germany, France, Britain, and the Soviet Union, this course will consider the origins of the conflict, the experience of war and reconstruction in Europe, and the war’s global impact on the rest of the 20th century.

    Prerequisites: HI 107

    Full course
  

  • HI 427 - The Age of FDR, 1932-1945

    The Great Depression, which seemed to mark the collapse of capitalism, and World War II, which brought total, global war, posed some of the most difficult challenges in U.S history. The response of the American people has indelibly shaped the world in which we live. This course is a wide-ranging exploration of politics, the economy, society, culture, diplomacy, and war.

    Prerequisites: HI 103 or permission of the instructor.

    Full course
  

  • HI 461 - Society and Culture in Medieval Italy

    An exploration of the relationship between culture (literature, law, philosophy, and the visual arts) and society (politics, economy) in medieval Italy before, during, and after the age of the communes (with particular attention to the achievements of Dante, Giotto, and Boccaccio).

    Prerequisites: HU 101 or HI 105 or HI 108

    Full course
  

  • HI 463 - The Franciscans

    An interdisciplinary, topical, and chronological approach to the history of the Franciscan Order, with particular attention to its origins, the lives of Saints Francis and Clare, the development of gendered models of spirituality, and the impact of the Franciscans on the religious, political, and cultural development of medieval Europe.

    Prerequisites: HI 108 or HU 101 or RS 217

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: N/A or CORE: Catholic Intellectual Traditions
  

  • HI 465 - Advanced Topics in Modern Latin American History

    A topical examination of issues such as the Cuban and Nicaraguan revolutions, military dictatorship in Chile and Argentina, Hispanic immigration to the United States, slavery, and the human condition in Latin America today.

    Prerequisites: HI 161 or HI 163

    Full course
    Misc. Notes: May be repeatable as long as the topic is different.
  

  • HI 497 - Independent Research in History

    An independent research project in History under the direction of a History instructor.

    Prerequisites: B average or higher in History major and permission of instructor.

    Full or Half course
  

  • HI 499 - History Internship

    Internships may be offered both on- and off-campus. Students may apply to a history faculty member and the college internship office. At a minimum the faculty supervisor will expect the student to produce weekly journal entries and a research paper.

    Prerequisites: Three courses in history, at least Junior standing, 2.7 GPA, faculty supervisor, approval of academic advisor and department chair.

    Half or Full course
    Misc. Notes: May be repeatable.
  

  • HO 301 - Honors Colloquium

    A multidisciplinary seminar designed to engage Honors Program students in readings and discussion with peers, some based on arts and academic events offered in the greater Burlington area.

    Prerequisites: Honors Program Status and Junior or Senior standing.

    Half course
    Misc. Notes: This course is required of all students enrolled in the Honors Program.
  

  • HU 101 - Ancient and Medieval Civilization

    A chronological and interdisciplinary study of significant texts from Antiquity and the Middle Ages, primarily in the Western tradition but not excluding the non-Western. Readings may include Virgil’s Aeneid, Saint Augustine’s Confessions, the Rule of Saint Benedict, the Lays of Marie de France, an Arthurian romance, and Dante’s Inferno.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Literary Studies or Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society or Literature & The Arts AND Catholic Intellectual Traditions
  

  • HU 102 - Modern Civilization

    A continuation of HU 101 (Ancient and Medieval Civilization). Its focus is the intensive study of key and significant texts, and films, primarily in the Western tradition but not excluding the non-Western. Texts chosen may include a selection of the following: Machiavelli’s The Prince, a play by Shakespeare, Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, Marx’s Communist Manifesto, Hannah Arendt’s Eichmann in Jerusalem, and Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Literary Studies or Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society or Literature & The Arts
  

  • HU 203 - Renaissance and Reformation

    An interdisciplinary survey of some of the most important influential texts and works of art in European history from about 1350 to 1650. Authors studied may include Machiavelli, Christian humanists (Erasmus and/or More), Catholic and Protestant thinkers (Luther, Ignatius Loyola, Calvin), Marguerite of Navarre, Montaigne, Descartes, and Shakespeare.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Literary Studies or Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society or Literature & The Arts AND Catholic Intellectual Traditions
  

  • HU 205 - Enlightenment and Revolution

    Covers the years from the seventeenth century to 1815. The major areas of consideration are: the Industrial and French Revolutions, and the causes and effects of the Enlightenment through the Napoleonic Era. Readings may include The New Science (Bacon, Galileo, Descartes, Locke, and/or Newton), and selections from the area of society and politics (Locke, Pope, Voltaire, and/or Rousseau). The second half of the course concerns the Romantic reaction against the Enlightenment and focuses on the poets Blake, Wordsworth, Coleridge, Shelley and Byron.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Literary Studies or Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society or Literature & The Arts
  

  • HU 207 - The Nineteenth Century

    The Nineteenth Century is an interdisciplinary study of the main intellectual and literary currents in nineteenth century thought. Readings include Darwin, Marx, and Nietzsche as well as representative
     English, French and Russian novels.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Historical Studies OR Literary Studies or CORE: History & Society or Literature & The Arts
  

  • HU 209 - The Twentieth Century

    A cross-cultural, interdisciplinary course that draws on a wide variety of artistic manifestations in literature, art, music, and cinema.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Literary Studies or Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society or Literature & The Arts
  

  • HU 225 - Environmental Humanities

    An introductory study of the natural environment from a diverse range of perspectives across the humanities.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Literary Studies or Historical Studies orCORE: History & Society or Literature & The Arts
  

  • HU 350 - Advanced Academic Writing

    This course is designed to support students working on an extended writing project in their major. The course is a workshop in which students improve and polish their research and writing skills in preparation for graduate school or a career that involves writing.

    Half course
    Misc. Notes: This course is designed primarily for Juniors and Seniors.
  

  • ID 220 - Peer Tutoring Practicum

    Students are expected to work concurrently as peer tutors while taking this course.   Course topics include: tutoring techniques, learning theory, learning styles, handling difficult situations, setting goals, active listening and paraphrasing, using probing questions, study skills, metacognition, and strategies for tutoring ESL students and students with learning differences.

    Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor

    Half course
  

  • ID 499 - Internship

    This course offers opportunities for supervised work experience for students in any major. Interns focus on integrating theory and practice while developing skills required for success in a professional environment.

    Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor

    Half or Full course
    Misc. Notes: May be repeatable
  

  • IT 101 - First Semester Italian

    A course for designed to develop basic language skills and introduce students to the cultures of the Italian-speaking world.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Second Language
  

  • IT 102 - Second Semester Italian

    This course follows IT 101 and continues the development of students basic language skills in all areas. Some course material will be based on the culture of the Italian-speaking world.

    Prerequisites: IT 101 or equivalent placement.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Second Language
  

  • IT 203 - Third Semester Italian

    This course follows IT 102 and offers further development in all language skills. Some course material will be based on the literature and culture of the Italian-speaking world.

    Prerequisites: IT 102 with a grade of C or better; or equivalent placement.

    Full course
  

  • IT 206 - Fourth Semester Italian

    This course follows IT 203 and offers further development of students’ intermediate language skills in all areas. Some course materials will be based on Italian culture.

    Prerequisites: IT 203 with a grade of C or better; or equivalent placement.

    Full course
  

  • IT 208 - Conversation in Italian

    This intermediate-level conversation course emphasizes speaking skills: vocabulary, pronunciation, accuracy of expression, confidence, and fluency. Students will also practice listening, reading, and writing skills through class discussion and assignments. Course topics will focus on current affairs and contemporary social, political, and cultural issues in Italy and the Italian world.

    Prerequisites: IT 206

    Half course
  

  • LA 101 - Introduction to Latin

    A thorough introduction, at an accelerated pace, to the basic forms, vocabulary and syntax of classical Latin. Readings from a variety of authors and periods of Latin literature.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Second Language or CORE: Second Language for B.A.
  

  • LA 211 - Intermediate Latin

    Continued intensive study of the basic structure and idioms of the Latin language. Aims to develop and hone skills in reading, translation, composition and conversation.

    Prerequisites: LA 101

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Second Language or CORE: Second Language for B.A.
  

  • LA 310 - Directed Readings in Latin Literature

    Examines the writings of a particular author, genre, or period. Students will translate, parse words, interpret passages, examine the style of a prose author and the metrics and diction of a poet, and consider the literary, philological, and historical background of a given author. Students write interpretive and analytical essays as well as translate from sight.

    Prerequisites: Successful completion of LA 211 or equivalent experience.

    Full course
    Misc. Notes: May be repeatable as long as the topic is different.
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: N/A or CORE: Literature & The Arts
  

  • LA 410 - Senior Seminar in Latin

    A reading and writing program that draws together each student’s work in Latin. Students will take two major sight examinations and weekly sight quizzes, and will write a short explication du texte: a short interpretive exercise involving commentary on linguistic, rhetorical, and literary features of a passage or short text.

    Prerequisites: LA 101 and LA 211; Latin Majors Only: Juniors and Seniors only.

    Full course
    Misc. Notes: Students are advised to take several versions of Directed Readings in Latin Literature before taking the seminar.
  

  • LS 101 - Research Skills and Strategies

    Students will investigate and critically examine the dynamic constellation of library and information resources, including the Internet, online databases, and print resources. Focus is on developing efficient search strategies, evaluating information sources, documenting sources, and effectively using new technologies. It will provide a foundation and methodology for students planning to write senior theses, honors papers, capstone projects, or foresee graduate studies in their future.

    Prerequisites: Restricted to first year, sophomores, and juniors. Seniors require permission of the instructor.

    Half course
  

  • LS 202 - Introduction to Archives

    An introduction to archival work through hands on exploration of a variety of primary source materials. Students will enhance their understanding of the historical method by exploring theories and methodologies for managing and disseminating primary resources, while incorporating primary resources into their own research.

    Prerequisites: None

    Half course
  

  • MA 101 - Finite Mathematics

    An introduction to concepts of modern mathematics with applications to business, economics and the social sciences. Topics considered may include linear systems, matrices, linear optimization, sets, combinatorics, probability, logic, Markov chains, game theory, difference equations and the mathematics of finance.

    Prerequisites:

     

    Misc. Notes: Non-majors only.
  

  • MA 104 - Pre-Calculus

    An individually customized review of: logarithms, exponentials, functions, graphing, polynomial and rational functions, conic sections, trigonometric functions and identities. An introduction to limits, continuity and derivatives.

    Prerequisites: Open by permission of instructor only to students who will enroll or are enrolled in MA 150 or MA 130.

    Full course
  

  • MA 105 - Pre-Calculus

    An individually customized review and reinforcement of limits, continuity and an introduction to derivatives, with selected pre-calculus topics.

    Prerequisites: Open by permission of instructor only to students who will enroll or are enrolled in MA 150 or MA 130.

    Half course
  

  • MA 110 - Mathematics for Social Justice

    Mathematics and statistics will be used to understand and illuminate issues of social, political, and/or economic justice. We will also employ quantitative arguments and critical thinking to promote justice in our community, our society, and the world. This course is for non-math majors only. Credit will not be given for MA 110 if credit has already been received for MA 120.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Quantitative Reasoning
  

  • MA 112 - Mathematics in Context

    An introduction to concepts of modern mathematics with applications in real-world contexts.  Topics include the mathematics of personal finance, risk analysis, probability, logic, and game theory.

    Prerequisites: None

    Full course
    Misc. Notes: This course is for non-math majors only. Credit will not be given for both MA 112 and MA 110.
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: LSC or CORE: Quantitative Reasoning
  

  • MA 115 - Mathematics for Teachers

    This course is designed for education majors to develop both a deep conceptual understanding of pre-K-8+ mathematics along with the mathematical knowledge necessary to teach these topics. Topics include: whole number operations, place value, fractions, integers, decimals, ratios, proportions, inverse variation, percents (including percent increase and decrease), and estimation.

    Prerequisites: ED Major/Licensure Students Only

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: LSC or CORE: Quantitative Reasoning
  

  • MA 130 - Elements of Calculus

    A one-semester survey of calculus. Topics include limits, derivatives and the integral, with emphasis on applications in the life sciences and finance. Note that the prerequisite for MA160 is MA150, so additional preparation (e.g. formal limits and more in-depth trigonometry) is strongly recommended for MA130 students who subsequently decide to petition into MA160.

    Prerequisites: At least high school algebra and trigonometry; preferably pre-calculus

    Full course
    Misc. Notes: Credit will not be given for MA 130 if credit has already been received for MA 150.
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: LSC or CORE: Quantitative Reasoning
  

  • MA 150 - Calculus I

    Limits and continuity; exponential and trigonometric functions; the derivative and applications; Riemann sums, the integral, and applications.  The applications, motivation, and context for the mathematics will come from the Life Sciences (MA 150 LS), the Physical Sciences (MA 150 PS), or Finance (MA 150 FI).  Students should confer with their advisor or the calculus coordinator in the math department to determine the section best aligned with their major/minor or the best alternative in the event of a schedule conflict. 

    Prerequisites: Appropriate high school preparation, with at least pre-calculus.

    Full course
    Misc. Notes: No credit will be granted for MA-150 if credit has been earned for MA-160 or MA-211.
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: LSC or CORE: Quantitative Reasoning
  

  • MA 160 - Calculus II

    Integration techniques and applications; sequences and series; plane analytic geometry including parametric curves; polar coordinates; space geometry including an introduction to vectors.

    Prerequisites: MA 150

    Full course
    Misc. Notes: No credit will be granted for MA-160 if credit has been earned for MA-211.
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: LSC or CORE: Quantitative Reasoning
  

  • MA 207 - Discrete Mathematics

    Propositional logic; sets, functions, relations; elementary combinatorics; techniques of mathematical proof, including induction; recurrence and recurrence relations. Emphasis on connections to computing.

    Prerequisites: MA 150

    Full course
    Misc. Notes: Credit will not be given for both MA 207 and MA 240
  

  • MA 208 - Theory of Computation

    Primitive recursion and recursive functions; Turing machines; weaker computational models, including finite state machines and pushdown automata; regular expressions and Kleene’s theorem; nondeterminism; Halting Problem and Rice’s Theorem; NP completeness. Emphasis on conceptual overview of the role the topics play in computing.

    Prerequisites: MA 207 or MA 240

    Full course
  

  • MA 211 - Calculus III

    Vector-valued functions; partial differentiation; multiple integrals and applications, line integrals; Green’s Theorem and other vector calculus results.

    Prerequisites: MA 160

    Full course
  

  • MA 213 - Linear Algebra

    Systems of linear equations; vector spaces; linear independence and bases; linear maps; matrices; determinants; eigenvalues and eigenvectors; diagonalization.

    Prerequisites: MA 160

    Full course
  

  • MA 217 - Applied Graph Theory

    Graphs, networks, paths, trees, coloring, etc. in the context of current applications such as network connectivity, conflict scheduling, optimal workforce assignment, and DNA sequencing, as well as classical problems such as the Four Color Theorem. May also include related algorithms and special topics.

    Prerequisites: MA 150 or permission of instructor

    Full course
  

  • MA 240 - Introduction to Mathematical Proof

    Fundamentals of sets and logic; logical quantifiers; methods of direct and indirect proof; mathematical induction; functions and relations; divisibility theory and modular arithmetic in the integers. Emphasis on construction of mathematical arguments and writing these arguments in a clear and convincing manner.

    Prerequisites: MA 211

    Full course
    Misc. Notes: Fulfills Written Communication requirement for the Mathematics major.
  

  • MA 284 - History of Mathematics

    A problem study approach to the history of mathematics. Topics may include: Babylonian and Egyptian mathematics, number systems, Pythagorean mathematics, duplication, trisection, and quadrature, Greek mathematics including Euclid’s Elements, Hindu-Arabian and Chinese mathematics, and the prelude to and dawn of modern mathematics.

    Prerequisites: MA 150

    Full course
    Misc. Notes: Formerly MA-304
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society
  

  • MA 303 - Differential Equations

    First order differential equations with applications primarily from physics and population dynamics; qualitative analysis; approximation of solutions. Second order linear d.e.’s and applications; series solutions; Laplace transforms. Other topics may include difference equations and iterated functions, systems, boundary value problems.

    Prerequisites: MA 160; MA 211 is recommended

    Full course
  

  • MA 305 - Scientific Computing

    Methods for approximating the solutions of problems that are difficult or impossible to solve exactly. Floating point representation; approximation of functions; roots of nonlinear equations; interpolation and curve-fitting; linear systems; some operations research methods; additional topics possibly including numerical integration and differentiation.

    Prerequisites: MA 160

    Full course
  

  • MA 308 - Geometries

    Euclidean geometry; the discovery of non-Euclidean geometry and the independence of the parallel postulate; neutral geometry; Hilbert’s axioms; some philosophical implications. Additional geometric topics such as finite geometries; an introduction to elementary topology; fractals.

    Prerequisites: MA 240

    Full course
  

  • MA 315 - Complex Analysis

    The theory of functions of one complex variable. Topics will include: topology and algebraic structure of the complex numbers; differentiation of complex-valued functions and the Cauchy-Riemann equations; contour integration and Cauchy’s Theorem; classification of singularities; Laurent series; the residue calculus.

    Prerequisites: MA 211

    Full course
  

  • MA 380 - Advanced Topics in Mathematics

    Topics of current interest not covered in the standard courses.

    Prerequisites: Dependent on topic.

    Half or Full course
    Misc. Notes: May be repeatable as long as the topic is different.
  

  • MA 381 - Mathematics Education Seminar

    Topics in teaching mathematics at the secondary level or other levels, including effective mathematics lesson preparation and delivery, current issues in mathematics education, the use of ancillary teaching resources, and engagement in teaching and learning in local classrooms.

    Prerequisites: MA 150 (or higher) or permission of the instructor.

    Half course
  

  • MA 399 - Mathematics Internship

    An opportunity to utilize mathematical skills in a non-academic environment.

    Prerequisites: Junior standing.

    Half or Full course
    Misc. Notes: It is generally the responsibility of the student (in conjunction with the SMC Internship Director) to find an appropriate internship. Math internships require a faculty sponsor from the mathematics department. Internship will not count as elective credit towards either the math major or the math minor; it may be taken as an additional course.
  

  • MA 401 - Real Analysis I

    A rigorous study of the real number system: field and order axioms, completeness, and topology. Limits, sequences and series. Functions and continuity; pointwise and uniform convergence. The derivative and the Riemann integral.

    Prerequisites: MA 240

    Full course
  

  • MA 403 - Real Analysis II

    Functions of several variables; the derivative and Riemann integral in higher dimensional real spaces; implicit and inverse function theorems; other topics in analysis.

    Prerequisites: MA 401

    Full course
  

  • MA 406 - Abstract Algebra I

    Groups, rings, and fields with an emphasis on group theory. Topics will include: subgroups, cosets, and Lagrange’s theorem; normal subgroups and quotient groups; the homomorphism theorems; the structure theorem for finite abelian groups; rings and ideals; quotient rings; integral domains and fields.

    Prerequisites: MA 213 and MA 240

    Full course
  

  • MA 407 - Abstract Algebra II

    Commutative rings, ideals, and the construction of quotient rings. Axiomatic description of fields; algebraic (and transcendental) extensions of fields. Applications of field theory to ruler-and-compass constructions; Galois theory and the non-solvability by radicals of quintic equations. Other topics as time permits.

    Prerequisites: MA 406

    Full course
  

  • MA 410 - Seminar in Mathematics

    Exposes students to a variety of topics in current mathematics, including research, career, and ethics-related issues. Students will present lectures on selected topics.

    Prerequisites: Senior Math Major or permission of instructor.

    Half course
  

  • MA 417 - Applied Mathematics

    Mathematical methods and models used in the sciences. Topics typically include linear and nonlinear systems of differential equations; Fourier series methods; partial differential equations.

    Prerequisites: MA 211, MA 213 and MA 303.

    Full course
  

  • MA 490 - Readings and Research in Mathematics

    Independent reading and/or research of an advanced topic, under the direction and supervision of a faculty member. Results for the course are often submitted in written form and presented in a seminar setting or a student symposium.

    Prerequisites: Junior standing; permission of supervisor and department chair.

    Half or Full course
    Misc. Notes: Topic and course credit must be approved by a faculty supervisor, department chair, and the Associate Dean of the College. This course may not be used to replace one of the required electives for the major.
  

  • MA 495 - Honors Thesis in Mathematics

    Independent research and thesis under the supervison of a member of the mathematics & statistics faculty.

    Prerequisites: Membership in the Honors Program, permission of Supervisor and Department Chair.

    Half or Full course
    Misc. Notes: Students must have permission of a supervisor and submit their research proposal to the department chair before preregistration for the semester in which the proposed research is to take place. This course does not count toward the major requirements; it is taken to fulfill requirements of the Honors Program.
  

  • MJD 101 - Media Revolutions: Social, Political, & Psychological Issues

    Interdisciplinary in its focus, the course combines psychology, sociology, history, political science, and communication studies to challenge students to think critically about the mass media revolutions that are currently taking place. In addition to teaching the course in an interdisciplinary way, the professors encourage students from many majors to bring the expertise of their field to the class discussions, research essays, and class projects.

    Full course
    Liberal Studies Curriculum: Social and Institutional Dimensions of Human Behavior or CORE: History & Society
  

  • MJD 110 - Digital Media: Arts, Culture, & Theory

    Digital media have radically changed the ways words, images, and sounds can be manipulated and delivered.  In the process, they’ve altered the ways in which humans communicate, think, create art, express ideas, get information, and conduct relationships. This course takes a two-pronged approach to cultivating students’ understandings of the current changes in digital media.  First, students will be introduced to the critical examination of the digital revolution, including issues connected to creative expression, privacy and surveillance, consumerism, psychological distraction, and device addiction. Second, they will gain experience and skills in the processes and practices involved with digital art and graphic design.  They will be introduced to new technologies and engage their imaginations through art projects in digital imaging (Adobe Photoshop), illustration and animation (Adobe Illustrator), and web design (Adobe Muse).

    Full course
    Misc. Notes: Preference given to Media Studies majors and minors.
  

  • MJD 205 - Reporting for Media

    We begin with an analysis of several exemplary print publications and a discussion of literary and media theories that will inform the student’s work in creating their own stories. Students will learn the art of storytelling, from story idea through interviewing, researching and writing and ultimately, over a series of weeks, publish their own stories in the student newspaper and online publication. Course readings explore basic concepts pertaining to nature and design of interviews, ethical concerns, validity, and role of the journalist in a democratic society. Additional exercises focus on best form writing practices with an emphasis on AP style. The course is designed to be a broad, rigorous orientation for understanding basic elements of media writing as well as skills training in reporting, writing, editing and publication of news media.

    Prerequisites: Majors and Minors Only; Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors Only.

    Full course
    Misc. Notes: Fulfills Written Communication requirement for the Media Studies and Mass Communication major.
  

  • MJD 207 - Multimedia Reporting

    This class teaches various ways of conducting a journalistic inquiry. Advanced Writing for Media explores a wide range of storytelling media. From print to online to radio to television to audio slideshows, techniques are explored that reveal common storytelling strategies and essential differences among the media. In addition to using Pulitzer-Prize-winning and other highly regarded journalism (including investigative journalism), instructors will use media analysis to explore the structure of objectivity, balance, fairness and other journalistic norms. Students will become fluent in a range of storytelling media, with an aim to engage and inform the public.

    Prerequisites: MJD 205

    Full course
 

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