Jun 02, 2024  
2008-09 NSU Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2008-09 NSU Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses


 
  
  • GEOG 4483 - Geography of East Asia #

    3 Hours. Geographic overview of East Asia, including the region’s physical geography, culture, economy, human-environment and international relationships. Emphasis is on China.
  
  • GEOG 4493 - Geography of Latin America #

    3 Hours. A regional study of the physical and cultural geography of Latin America from Mexico south to Argentina.
  
  • GEOG 4501 - Independent Study #

    1 Hours. For students who wish to study a particular geographic region in more detail or to study a selected geographic topic, the nature of which varies with the need. Prerequisite: Junior standing or above, and consent of the appropriate professor. May be repeated to a maximum 3 hours credit.
  
  • GEOG 4513 - Geography of the United States and Canada #

    3 Hours. A regional study of the physical, cultural and economic geography of the United States and Canada.
  
  • GEOG 4823 - Urban and Regional Planning

    3 Hours. An analysis of the concepts and philosophy of planning. The course examines a variety of urban, rural, and environmental problems together with their solutions.
  
  • GEOG 4833 - GIS Applications

    3 Hours. Applied problem-solving using geographic information systems (GIS). Employs advanced spatial analysis capabilities of GIS software with 2D and 3D data. Particular attention is given to transportation networks, terrain surfaces, and marketing data. Prerequisite: GEOG 3813, or experience with geographic information systems.
  
  • GEOG 4990 - Geography Internship

    1-3 Hours. Supervised experience in a professional organization where geographic concepts and techniques are employed. Prerequisite: (a) junior or senior standing, (b) geography major or minor, (c) approval by geography internship supervisor, obtained semester before internship is desired. Graded by pass/fail. Requires 40 hours of work experience per semester credit hour. Course may be taken for 1, 2, or 3 credit hours, but it may not be repeated.
  
  • GEOL 1114 - Physical Geology #

    4 Hours. Modern concepts of the earth’s physical makeup, including minerals and rocks, landform development, crustal structure, and plate tectonics. Laboratory emphasis on mineral and rock identification and topographic and geologic map reading. Prerequisite: Prerequisite for most other geology courses. Field trip required
  
  • GEOL 2004 - Historical Geology #

    4 Hours. Methods of historical reconstruction of the earth, the sequence of life recorded by the fossil record, and the geologic evolution of North America. Laboratory emphasis on fossil identification, the reconstruction of ancient environments, and geologic map reading. Prerequisite: GEOL 1114 or permission of instructor. Field trip required.
  
  • GEOL 3113 - Geology of the Economic Non/Metallic Minerals #

    3 Hours. An introduction to the geology and environmental aspects of fossil fuel mineral exploration and production. Emphasis is on the origin, exploration, drilling, and production methods of roil and gas and the origin, mining methods, and rehabilitation practices for coal production. Includes the environmental concerns associated with exploration and production of these important minerals. Prerequisite: GEOL 1114 or permission of instructor. Required field trip.
  
  • GEOL 3213 - Geology of the Economic Metallic Minerals #

    3 Hours. An introduction to the geology and environmental aspects involved with exploration and production of the economically important metallic minerals. Topics covered include origin, surface and underground mining methods, ore beneficiation, mining law, rehabilitation practices, and associated environmental concerns. Prerequisite: GEOL 1114 or permission. Required field trip.
  
  • GEOL 3314 - Structural Geology #

    4 Hours. Principles and interpretation of folding and faulting, the behavior of earth materials during such deformation, and the economic potential of the resulting structures. Laboratory emphasis on the analysis of geologic structures. Prerequisite: GEOL 1114.
  
  • GEOL 3413 - Field Geology #

    3 Hours. Various methods of obtaining accurate field data. Designed to give the student insight into the problems of geology field work. Prerequisite: GEOL 1114, 2004, 3314. Appropriate field problem by arrangement.
  
  • GEOL 4000 - Special Topics in Geology #

    1-6 Hours. Selected studies in Geology. Course may be repeated with a change of subject matter for a maximum of 6 hours.
  
  • GEOL 4113 - Oceanography #

    3 Hours. Relating the various aspects of sea water, its movement, chemistry, physical properties and behavior, living organisms, etc., to the economic and recreational uses of man.
  
  • GEOL 4124 - Mineralogy #

    4 Hours. Crystallography and systematic study of mineral groups and their genesis. Laboratory devoted to the identification of minerals by physical and chemical properties and the classification of rocks composed of these minerals. Prerequisite: GEOL 1114, CHEM 1123, or permission of the instructor.
  
  • GEOL 4134 - Environmental Geology #

    4 Hours. Relationship and application of geology to environmental problems. Topics include: ground water, land stability, flooding, mining and mine land reclamation, and waste disposal. Laboratory includes procedures for identifying and mitigating geology related environmental problems. Prerequisite: GEOL 1114 or SCI 4123. Field trip required.
  
  • GEOL 4213 - Invertebrate Paleontology #

    3 Hours. Survey of the most important groups of fossil invertebrates. Includes identification, anatomy, evolution, paleoecological relationships, and stratigraphic use. Laboratory includes taphonomy, taxonomy, correlation, paleoecology, methods of paleontological research, and field trips. Prerequisite: A course in Zoology, Geology, or Biology.
  
  • GEOL 4223 - Vertebrate Paleontology #

    3 Hours. Study of the taxonomy, skeletal anatomy and history of the most important groups of fossil vertebrates. Includes paleoecological relationships, morphological changes and faunas through time. Laboratory includes identification of common fossils, collection and preservation methods, museum visits and field trips. Prerequisite: A course in Zoology, Geology, or Biology.
  
  • GERM 1013 - Introduction to German Language and Cultures #

    3 Hours. A basic introduction to the German language and to the peoples who speak German, with emphasis on customs, traditions, and cultural heritage. Taught primarily in English, with no prior German necessary.
  
  • GERM 1113 - Elementary German I #

    3 Hours. Grammar and pronunciation; reading, composition and oral-aural practice.
  
  • GERM 1123 - Elementary German II #

    3 Hours. Grammar and pronunciation; reading, composition and oral-aural practice. Prerequisite: GERM 1113.
  
  • GERM 2002 - German Culture #

    2 Hours. Basic knowledge of the peoples of the world who speak German. Includes emphasis on customs, traditions and cultural heritage. Course approach involves lectures, research, and/or travel.
  
  • GERM 2010 - Seminar #

    1-3 Hours. Courses in German language with emphasis on individual needs. Course approach may involve lectures, research and/or travel. Any combination of courses may be taken for up to six hours maximum credit.
  
  • GERM 2113 - Intermediate German I #

    3 Hours. Grammar, composition, oral-aural practice and readings. Prerequisite: GERM 1123 or equivalent.
  
  • GERM 2123 - Intermediate German II #

    3 Hours. Grammar, composition, oral-aural practice and readings. Prerequisite: GERM 2113 or equivalent.
  
  • GERM 3113 - Advanced Composition & Oral Practice I #

    3 Hours. Composition, oral reports and discussion of civilization topics. Prerequisite: GERM 2123 or equivalent.
  
  • GERM 3123 - Advanced Composition & Oral Practice II #

    3 Hours. Composition, oral reports and discussion of German civilization topics. Prerequisite: GERM 3113 or equivalent.
  
  • GERM 3203 - German Culture & Civilization #

    3 Hours. An examination of the culture and life-style of the German people, with emphasis on the historical, intellectual, artistic, and social development of Germany. Prerequisite: GERM 1113 and 1123 or equivalent. Readings, discussion, and audio-visual materials.
  
  • GERM 3283 - Second Language Acquisition and Teaching

    3 Hours. An introduction to current theories of second language acquisition and the language teaching methodologies based on these theories. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing.
  
  • GERM 3503 - Readings in German Literature #

    3 Hours. Selected readings in contemporary German literature with emphasis on conversational and written practice. Prerequisite: GERM 2123 or equivalent.
  
  • GERM 4123 - Advanced German Grammar #

    3 Hours. Pronunciation principles, orthography and punctuation; syntactical, lexical, and stylistic aspects. Prerequisite: GERM 3123.
  
  • GERM 4410 - Seminar #

    1-3 Hours. Studies in German language and literature, with emphasis on individual needs. Prerequisite: 12 hours German. Any combination of this series may be taken for up to six hours maximum credit.
  
  • GERM 4503 - Survey of German Literature I #

    3 Hours. Readings, lectures, and term projects in German Literature to 1832. Prerequisite: 6 hours of advanced German.
  
  • GERM 4603 - Survey of German Literature II #

    3 Hours. Readings, lectures, and term projects in German Literature since 1832. Prerequisite: 6 hours of advanced German.
  
  • GREK 1113 - New Testament Greek I #

    3 Hours. Introduce students to the essential grammar and diction of the original language of the New Testament and facilitate beginning reading skills of the text itself.
  
  • GREK 1123 - New Testament Greek II #

    3 Hours. Continues the cultivation of Koine grammar and diction and further develops skills in reading the New Testament in its original language. Prerequisite: GRK 1113.
  
  • H ED 1113 - Personal Health#

    3 Hours. A comprehensive study of personal health with emphasis on mental health, human sexuality, growth and development, psychoactive drugs, communicable diseases, degenerative diseases, consumer, and community health that will result in positive change in the health attitudes and practices of students.
  
  • H ED 2202 - Orientation to Health and Wellness

    2 Hours. Designed to explore different aspects of Health and Human Performance field, career opportunities, and various areas of emphasis within the field.
  
  • H ED 2212 - First Aid/Responding to Emergencies

    2 Hours. Emergency treatment for people who are injured or have suddenly taken ill. Includes a knowledge of self-help techniques and home care if medical assistance is not available.
  
  • H ED 2221 - Advanced First Aid and Safety

    1 Hours. Continuation of H ED 2211. Prerequisite: H ED 2211.
  
  • H ED 2254 - Human Anatomy and Physiology

    4 Hours. A scientific study of structure and function of the various systems of the human body with particular emphasis on their relationship to health and motor analysis.
  
  • H ED 2392 - Diet, Weight Control, and Fitness

    2 Hours. Designed to teach the principles of cardiovascular endurance, weight control, and strength and flexibility. Prerequisite: FSC 1653.
  
  • H ED 2412 - Drug Education

    2 Hours. A course designed to create an awareness of the substance abuse problems in society. The content will provide knowledge of the physiological and psychological effects of drug usage and attempt to bring about a favorable change in the health attitudes and habits of students.
  
  • H ED 3313 - Personal Fitness and Wellness

    3 Hours. Designed to emphasize the importance of personal fitness/wellness and provide clear and objective research-based information in physical fitness and wellness. Prerequisite: H ED 2202.
  
  • H ED 3323 - Health of the School Child

    3 Hours. This course provides background information and skills teachers need to develop primary areas of school health with particular emphasis on health services, health instruction and healthful environment implemented in a comprehensive school health education Pre-K - 12th grade. This course also provides the students with the opportunity to develop lesson plans and participate in a service learning teaching project.
  
  • H ED 3353 - Community Health

    3 Hours. A course designed to create an awareness of current trends, basic issues, controversial issues, and fundamental principles in Health Promotion and Health Education. Particular emphasis will be placed in promoting the physical, mental, and social welfare of citizens in schools and communities based on The Healthy People 2000: Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Objectives.
  
  • H ED 4111 - Dental Health Workshop

    1 Hours. A workshop to stress the importance of proper dental hygiene and the role of the teacher in teaching dental health education.
  
  • H ED 4333 - Physiology of Exercise

    3 Hours. A scientific study of the functions of the human body under acute and chronic stress with particular emphasis on the long term value of exercise to health enhancement. Prerequisite: H ED 2254.
  
  • H ED 4363 - Kinesiology

    3 Hours. A scientific study of the mechanical and anatomical fundamentals of human motion and methods of corrective exercises for individuals and groups. Prerequisite: H ED 2254.
  
  • H ED 4372 - Methods and Materials for Teaching Family Life Education in the Public Schools

    2 Hours. Objectives include: Prevalence of conflict regarding family life decisions; venereal disease epidemic; high divorce rate; early marriage failures; pre-marital pregnancies; high rate of juvenile delinquency; wide-spread ignorance in the area of family living; and high rate of infant and maternal mortality.
  
  • H ED 4383 - Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries

    3 Hours. Designed to aid athletic coaches in the prevention of injuries and the proper procedure and techniques to follow in caring for the injured. Prerequisite: H ED 2254.
  
  • H ED 4403 - Physiology of Aging

    3 Hours. Designed to introduce the student to the physiological changes that take place as a result of aging or of age related pathology. Further emphasis on the role of exercise, diet and lifestyle of aging is discussed. Prerequisite: H ED 4333.
  
  • H ED 4411 - Water Conservation Institute

    1 Hours. A workshop presented by the State Department of Health Education emphasizing a study of the water resources of the state of Oklahoma and how they may be utilized to obtain maximum benefit for industrial and recreational values.
  
  • H ED 4503 - Instrumentation in Exercise Physiology

    3 Hours. This course introduces the student to the instruments and equipment commonly found in a human performance laboratory. Emphasis is placed on the application of testing procedures. Prerequisite: H ED 4333.
  
  • H ED 4523 - Sports Physiology

    3 Hours. Designed to introduce the student to the important aspects of sports physiology. Scientific principles of physical training conditioning to improve athletic performance is emphasized. The environmental and nutritional factors which affect physical performance are also explored. Prerequisite: H ED 4333.
  
  • H ED 4533 - Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation

    3 Hours. Course content explores all aspects of the cardiopulmonary rehabilitation to provide students with knowledge, skills, and practical experiences in the area of cardiopulmonary rehabilitation. Prerequisite: H ED 4333.
  
  • H ED 4543 - Evaluation of Athletic Injuries

    3 Hours. Course content designed to aid athletic trainers in the evaluation of injuries and the proper procedure/techniques to administer in caring for the injured. Prerequisite: H ED 4383.
  
  • H ED 4563 - Therapeutic Modalities

    3 Hours. Course content is designed to aid athletic trainers in therapeutic modalities that are utilized in athletic training and clinical settings. Prerequisite: H ED 4383.
  
  • H ED 4573 - Rehabilitation of Athletic Injuries

    3 Hours. This course is designed to aid athletic trainers in the proper rehabilitation techniques in caring for the injured athlete or patient. Prerequisite: H ED 4383.
  
  • H ED 4583 - Organization and Administration of Athletic Training

    3 Hours. Course content includes all administrative components of athletic training. Physical exams, legal issues, emergency planning, record keeping, training room management, and administrative/leadership skills are emphasized. Prerequisite: H ED 4383.
  
  • H ED 4810 - Health and Physical Education Practicum

    1-5 Hours. Designed to provide students with practicum experience with selected groups of public school and college students. Assisting in coaching activities, intramural programs and teaching health and physical education classes. Prerequisite: P ED 2202 and 4610.
  
  • HFS 1001 - Introduction to Human and Family Sciences

    1 Hours. A study of career opportunities in family and consumer sciences. Exposure to current literature and professionals currently employed in family and consumer sciences careers.
  
  • HFS 1103 - Relationships and Marriage #

    3 Hours. The study of the development of personality and satisfactory interpersonal relationships with family members, and of basic standards and judgments involved in the establishment of a stable home and family life.
  
  • HFS 1653 - Basic Nutrition #

    3 Hours. A study of normal nutrition for all ages relating to physical development and health; functions of nutrients and their requirements for digestion, absorption, metabolism, and planning of normal diets. Does not count for HFS minor.
  
  • HFS 2103 - Food Preparation and Meal Management

    3 Hours. Principles in the preparation of selected foods including composition and properties, methods of preparation and processing to retain nutrients, and standards for desirable products. Menu planning including purchasing, preparing, and serving meals. Emphasis is given to table settings and appointments, various forms of meal service, and special occasion functions.
  
  • HFS 2111 - Introduction to Dietetics

    1 Hours. An introduction to dietetics including career opportunities, educational and clinical requirements to ADA membership. To be taken during the first semester in which a dietetics career is being considered.
  
  • HFS 2203 - Contemporary Human Environments

    3 Hours. Selecting and planning living environments to meet the needs and wants of individuals and families throughout the family life cycle. Contemporary housing issues, including homelessness; environmental and energy issues; impacts of technology; housing to meet special needs; elements and principles of design related to interiors, housing, and architecture; and creating functional, safe, and aesthetic spaces.
  
  • HFS 3103 - Experimental Foods

    3 Hours. Investigation of selected nutritional, chemical, physical, and sensory properties of foods in relation to preparation procedures. Experimentation involving preparation, preservation, cooking methods, and food safety. Lab required.
  
  • HFS 3113 - Consumer Issues #

    3 Hours. Philosophy of consumerism, interrelationships between the consumer and the market; legislation and protective agencies and their effect on consumer purchasing to meet basic needs and wants.
  
  • HFS 3423 - Child and Adolescent Development #

    3 Hours. The application of principles of normal growth and developments from pre-natal through adolescence will be explored. Physical, mental, emotional and social needs of the child will be emphasized.
  
  • HFS 3463 - Parenting in Contemporary Society

    3 Hours. Education as to the decisions, responsibilities and social issues related to parent-child relationships. Special issues faced by parents and challenging family situations will be included.
  
  • HFS 3583 - Nutritional Assessment

    3 Hours. Methods of screening and assessment of nutritional status including dietary, clinical, biochemical and anthropometric measurements. Introduction to counseling theory, techniques, and documentation methods. Prerequisite: HFS 1653.
  
  • HFS 3590 - Field Experience

    3-10 Hours. On-the-job training at a business related to the student’s major. Students must have completed 12 hours in HFS at NSU, be approved by the HFS advisor and the HFS Department Chair, be accepted by the participating business, and make weekly reports to the university coordinator. Maximum 6 hours can be earned by a combination of HFS 3590 and HFS 4680. Course is pass/fail.
  
  • HFS 3653 - Food and Culture

    3 Hours. Socioeconomic, psychological, and cultural factors that impact food selection; factors that impact food production, availability and consumption in the world; international food and culture.
  
  • HFS 3763 - Medical Nutrition Therapy I

    3 Hours. Study of general health assessment, nutrient-drug interactions, nutrition care process relating to medical nutrition therapy. Physiological and metabolic bases for dietary modifications in certain health conditions. Nutrition management of health conditions through medical nutrition therapy. Prerequisite: HFS 1653.
  
  • HFS 3883 - Instructional Strategy

    3 Hours. Basic guidelines for designing, delivering and evaluating family and consumer sciences instruction. Emphasis will be placed upon the communication of HFS to a variety of audiences.
  
  • HFS 3953 - Food Systems Management

    3 Hours. Organization and management of food service operations including personnel issues, material management, workflow and production, and financial management. Types of food service systems and quality improvement related to food systems.
  
  • HFS 4033 - Families in Crisis

    3 Hours. Examination of theories and methods of helping families deal productively with crises. Consideration of child exceptionality, child abuse, unemployment, divorce, rape, alcoholism, aging, death, and other crisis events.
  
  • HFS 4060 - Problems in Human and Family Sciences

    1-6 Hours. Individual or group study of a definite aspect of Human and Family Sciences.
  
  • HFS 4071 - Problems in Human and Family Sciences

    1 Hours. Individual or group study of a definite aspect of Human and Family Sciences.
  
  • HFS 4080 - Problems in Human and Family Sciences

    1-6 Hours. Individual or group study of a definite aspect of Human and Family Sciences.
  
  • HFS 4083 - Adult Development

    3 Hours. Individual or group study of a definite aspect of Family and Consumer Sciences.
  
  • HFS 4213 - Child Guidance #

    3 Hours. Primarily deals with the influence of the family experience on the physical, intellectual, social and emotional development of children in the pre-school years. The role of parents, teachers, and community leaders emphasized. Also included are principles of guiding behavior.
  
  • HFS 4283 - Community and Life Cycle Nutrition

    3 Hours. Survey and evaluation of nutrition resources available in the community and food and nutrition policies affecting individuals. Study of nutritional needs of individuals from conception through the senior adult years. Prerequisite: HFS 1653.
  
  • HFS 4293 - Health and Nutrition of Young Children

    3 Hours. A study of health of the young child, basic nutrition, food selection, planning nutritious snacks and menus for young children, and evaluation and use of teaching aids.
  
  • HFS 4353 - Advanced Nutrition

    3 Hours. Biochemical and physiological interactions among nutrients in relation to nutritional requirements and utilization. Prerequisite: HFS 1653 and CHEM 3123.
  
  • HFS 4563 - Quantity Food Production

    3 Hours. Production of quantity foods with an emphasis on menu planning, procurement, costing, preparation, service, sanitation, delivery systems, and use and care of quantity food equipment. Prerequisite: HFS 3583 and HFS 3763. Lab required.
  
  • HFS 4583 - Medical Nutritional Therapy II

    3 Hours. A continuation of Medical Nutritional Therapy I covering Physiological and metabolic bases for dietary modifications in disease states. Nutrition management of disease through medical Nutrition therapy. Interpretation of laboratory data as it applies to Specific disease states. Prerequisite: HFS 3583 and HFS 3763.
  
  • HFS 4592 - Dietetics Capstone

    2 Hours. A capstone course required of all dietetics majors. Included in the course are professional ethics, professional organizations, professional dress, portfolio development and current issues and problems related to dietetics including ethics of health care and standards of practice. Prerequisite: 20 hours of Foods and Nutrition courses. Recommended to be taken last spring student is on campus. Offered spring only.
  
  • HFS 4633 - Professional Development

    3 Hours. A study of employment and work related problems. Included in the course a market survey for employment purposes; development of resumes and writing letters of application; the development of interview techniques, and internship preparation. Required of all Human and Family Science majors.
  
  • HFS 4652 - Human and Family Sciences Seminar

    2 Hours. Study or research in various HFS-related areas.
  
  • HFS 4680 - Human and Family Sciences Internship

    max. 6 Hours. A full semester of internship in a business appropriate to student’s major area. Prerequisite: HFS 4633, approval of internship coordinator and department chairman, and 90 hours completed. Interns must be accepted by the participating business.
  
  • HFS 4686 - HFS Internship

    6 Hours. A full semester of internship in a business appropriate to student’s major area. Prerequisite: HFS 4633, approval of internship coordinator and department chairman, and 90 hours completed. Interns must be accepted by the participating business.
  
  • HFS 4743 - Family and Human Development #

    3 Hours. Insights and considerations in the establishment and maintenance of a stable home and family life through the family life cycle.
  
  • HFS 4792 - Human and Family Sciences Capstone

    2 Hours. A capstone course required of all HFS majors. Included in the course are professional ethics, professional organizations, professional dress, portfolio development, and current issues related to HFS. Prerequisite: Junior status. (Spring only).
  
  • HIST 1113 - Early Western Civilization #

    3 Hours. Development of characteristic ideas and institutions of Western cultural tradition, from origin of civilization in ancient Near East through the Reformation Era.
  
  • HIST 1213 - Modern Western Civilization #

    3 Hours. The development of the Western world during the modern era from the 17th Century to the present. The European foundation of Western culture is explored as well as the growth of nationalism; development of political, social, and economic institutions; and the problems facing the Western nations in the 20th Century.
  
  • HIST 1483 - American History 1492-1876 #

    3 Hours. From the colonial period through the Civil War; political reconstruction of the South after the war.
  
  • HIST 1493 - American History since 1876 #

    3 Hours. From reconstruction to the present with emphasis on industrialization, imperialism, World War I, the New Deal, World War II and its aftermath.
 

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